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The Twilight craze has completely taken over the nation: the minds and Facebook profiles of teenaged girls across the country are consumed by this series of books and the accompanying movies, and it is really beyond understanding. Those who truly know good literature and what it entails cannot comprehend the attraction to these books, nor the obsession that so often results from reading them.
Before the legions of angry Twilight defenders descend, hurling invective and claiming that someone who has not read the books cannot dare to criticize them, be aware that each one of the books has been read, cover to cover. And the books deserve every bit of legitimate criticism they receive.
Bella and Edward
First and foremost, the characters themselves are appalling. Nobody in the entire world acts like the characters in this series, except in B-movies and romance novels. And girls, Edward is not that great. He’s paranoid, obsessive and controlling: sitting outside someone’s window while they sleep is not a romantic gesture. It’s stalking. Physically preventing someone from acting in a way that they want to isn't a protective, sweet gesture -it's abuse.
Bella is what is known as a “Mary Sue”: a character written into a major role with her main purpose being wish fulfillment for the writer or readers (or both). Bella is not a well-developed character by any stretch of the imagination. Her main purpose is to narrate the story and complain about her life, allowing unhappy teenagers to insert their own personalities where Bella’s is left to be nonexistent, or annoying.
Stephenie Meyer created the perfect vessel for young or impressionable readers to put themselves into: a vacuous, empty character who does little outside of narrating allows readers to place their own personality in it. That doesn't make the writing better, or Bella a more valuable character; on the contrary, by associating their hopes and dreams with a character who submits to physical and emotional abuse, and subordinates herself completely to the men in her life, girls are given a bad role model. In creating such a negative relationship that is glorified so much within the Twilight stories, younger readers are setting themselves up for disappointment and pain when they face a real relationship.
Other characters in Twilight
As for the rest of the cast, the stereotypes are so obvious as to be sickening: the jealous “other man” (Jacob Black and apparently every other guy with whom Bella goes to school despite her constant protestations about how unattractive she is), the gooey best friends who contribute nothing but convenient interruptions to Bella’s musings on Edward, annoying parents who are perceived as being unnecessarily intrusive or over-protective and, in the case of these fantasy stories, slick, unlikeable but tempting villains. The list goes on and on, but the point is this: the characters are cardboard cutouts, destined to fall over at the first sign of a real plot line.
Twilight's awful plot, poor writing and low quality
And there is another problem: the story itself. Rarely, if ever, has a book (much less an entire series) been so contrived and poorly written that it really wasn’t worth finishing. Every book in the series follows the exact same narrative path, without changing a bit. A narrative arc is one thing; repeating it four times over many hundreds of pages is another.
Meyer’s books are incredibly puerile in both content and form; they may be intended for younger audiences, but youth does not equal the inability to read complex stories or well-constructed sentences. Any stickler for proper grammar and good writing will be horrified at the sheer number of mistakes and poorly written sentences they’ll find–even if the books were great, sloppy writing is sloppy writing, and it detracts from the work.
One of the biggest issues with Meyer’s writing is her absolute inability to take a risk as an author. Nothing in real life works out as smoothly as it does in the Twilight series. The entire story line condenses into a simple, neat package, as easily put together as a four-piece puzzle, and about as exciting. Nothing goes wrong that is not remedied; no questions are left unanswered; no actual tragedy or real harm befalls any single character. No imagination or intelligence is required of the reader beyond the ability to read. When readers are left wishing that the villains had in fact killed a few of the main characters, something is not right.
Vampires and Twilight
The vampire genre itself is an old one, and many of the characteristics shown by Meyer’s cardboard lookalikes are nothing new. However, many of the traits are downright ridiculous when thought about (sparkly vampires? Really?). While holding onto a literary theme or motif for a long period of time can cause it to stagnate and become uninteresting, Meyer’s “innovations” on the vampire genre completely ignore any and all aspects of what makes vampires so interesting. Her creations are emasculated, shiny and entirely too conveniently written for them to be the fascinating creatures promised by the series.
Reading Twilight
No story worth the acclaim Twilight has received should fall into place without even the slightest hitch. No books as long as these should leave the reader without anything to think about except how dreamy Edward is, or how much they wish they were Bella. Escapism is not a new tradition in writing, and it’s not without merit, but Twilight crosses over from “escapism” into “absolute pipe-dream.” Escapism can be lots of fun to read when it’s well done. Unfortunately for Twilight and its legions of fans, these books are not even remotely well done.
In the end, there’s nothing wrong with sitting down and reading Twilight, if you don’t mind wasting several hours or days on a series of books not worth the paper on which they are printed. By all means, read and enjoy, drool over Edward and wish to be Bella. But stop insisting to the world that these are “the greatest books ever.” They aren’t.
Comments
So true! I read the first book because I wanted to at least give it a try, and I seriously approached it with an open mind - it actually seemed halfway decent because at least Edward was kind of interesting at first, but then it just hit this plateau and never got any better AT ALL. The plot was so predictable - I felt like Meyer's writing expertise level was that of a 7th grade Power of the Pen writer or something. She used the same descriptors OVER and OVER. And she constantly used the "-ing" trick to make sentences more "interesting" (Shivering, Mary crawled out of the water). It got sooo old. And you're right, Bella has no substance or character development at all (unless you call being illogically defensive and annoying as sh** character development) other than being this sort of shell with which you can insert your own persona. I feel like Meyer learned everything she thought she needed to know in an 8th grade language arts class and then decided to write a book... HORRIBLE.
I bow to your greatness and I applaud you profusely for saying what I think many have been too afraid to say with enough gusto. THANK YOU!
MEYER SAYS THE WORD "guesstimate"...and not as a character dialect...I thought I was going to die. I hate that and all the other improper grammar and sentence/word structure. TERRIBLE!
I will admit I found myself drooling a bit over the "shine-y" new literary man, Edward, but after the first few gooey, dramatic scenes I realized the emptiness of his character. Very disappointing.
Again, THANK YOU!
Well put. I hope that this craze will die out sooner than later...and I'm hoping the next best seller is a book I can actually take pride in reading.
"allowing unhappy teenagers to insert their own personalities where Bella’s is left to be nonexistent, or annoying."
Amen to that and very eloquently written. The entire article is complete bliss to read. Contrary to the mini blogs of obsessed teenagers waiting for their Edward. Who doesn't exist.
Great job!
Though I have not read Twilight or any books of that series, I applaud you for your well-written article.
I thought you were supposed to be examining literature.
But seriously, keep up the good work!
To think that just because young people are reading this book you ass ume "What do they know" you have forgotten what it was like to be young and in love. It's different and its out of control. We can relate to Bella but can only dream of Edward... This is no Jane Austin novel, and you are in titled to your opinion, and so am I...
I will be the first to admit that I am no expert on literature, but i do have an open mind. I have read this article and can understand your point of view and respect it even though I am a twilight fan. I will say this though I am 21 years old and can not remember the last time I have read a book for the sake of it until twilight. These books have helped me see that i was missing out on the experience in getting completely lost in a book. So, even though it may have had it's downfalls in your eyes, it has given me something to look forward or an escape rather. Plus it is just a book after all and it is not real so no need to get worked up over it, i say if it impacts people in a good way then what is all the fuss about. Like I said i respect other people's opinions, but it did not kill anyone so thats all i got to say.
Excuse me but alot of us are going to have to disagree with you ! I love and adore all the books and the second time I read Twilight was even better than the first.
Your entitled to your opinion and so does everyone else but YOUR STATEMENT JUST ISN'T TRUE !
Should I respect ones opinion if one legitimately thinks a 3rd graders mindless scribble is a greater work of art than the Mona Lisa? No of course not but people like Andrea up there and other members in our ridiculous world think we should. I think Andrea shows us the crux of baileys argument when she says "its just a book no need to get worked up about it", that statement shows where America is with regards to the arts and most things in general, we call britney spears music, we call McDonalds food, we call Twighlight literature. All those things lack genuine creativity and while satisfying to the mindless and tasteless, they truly lack depth. I bet Andrea would say "there's no need to get worked up about the constitution its just a piece a paper" ... your opinion is trash Andrea go satisfy your mind by coloring in the lines in coloring books
Ok, so maybe it's not litterature but it is a very good series of books. I have not watched television since i started reading this series because i have re-discovered the joys of reading.
Come on, you have to admit that you would rather people (not just teens i'm 25) were getting into books than reading gossip mags?
Call me crazy, but isn't it a positive thing that this series has got young (and mature people) back into the joys of reading? It may not be a series that will be read and enjoyed for decades to come, or studies in as English Literature, but the fact is, there are people out there that are turning off their TV's and settling into the pages of a book. In my opinion, that in itself deserves applause!
Good article. I am in the over 30 age bracket and love the books. I think Meyer's just put me back in high school when I thought I was in love with "the one" and couldn't live without him. Maybe her grammar was horrible, but I wouldn't know and don't care. She really put you there. My biggest problme is Meyer herself, who wrote these books from a dream. I really do think she sat down and wished for this life.
The love of Twilight teenagers have is only a passing fancy compared to the love that 20 something, 30 something +++ have for the series. As a 26 year old college-educated, married, NPR listening, literature reading gal, I love the series. Is Stephanie Meyer the best writer out there? Hell no. But she tells a pretty damn good story.
I am not one that thinks everyone should love Twilight- it's not for everyone! But I will definitely take up issue that 'Those who truly know good literature..cannot comprehend the attraction to these books' is not true in any way shape or form. Through meeting other Twilight lovers I have met the most educated & wonderful women who love the world Stephanie Meyers built.
Regardless of your criticism on Meyer or her characters, she is rolling in the dough! Hard to argue with the cold, hard, (and sparkly) facts!
I thought the Twilight was not bad. It could have been so much better though. She spent too much time emphasizing on how "PERFECT" the Cullen family was. If you take out all of the emphasis on the perfections of the Cullens, the book would only be about 200 or so pages long. She should have spent more time developing the characters. Seriously. I think everyone got the point about how perfect they were after the first 3 or 4 chapters.
My only real qualm with this argument is really the defense of "the purity of the vampire genre", if you will. I agree that Meyer's execution is subpar (to say the least), but a world with sparkly vampires is capable of sustaining worthwhile fiction. Meyer's didn't pull it off, but creative concepts are at least worth identifying. Competent authors have altered and questioned time and time again what it means to be human, what it means to be a person, and various inquiries in this same vein- why could one not do the same for vampires?
Again, Meyer's does not do this well- but the criticisms towards her work should stick to this fact, and not flaws with her conceptual lore. At least, that seems sensible to me.
Oh my, how elitist it is of Ms. Richards to slam not only the author of Twilight but the fans as well, both young and old, for having a hell of a good time with the Twilight saga. Let me get this straight, the only reason a person, in Ms. Meyers case a stay at home mother of small children, should dare put pen to paper and try to have it published is if it is perfect, the grammar must be on spot, the character development must pass a rigorous litmus test, and shame on you if you use a formula for each book, because hey, if it worked so well with the first book, let’s make a huge departure and try something different. Brilliant And you have really crossed over the line if this said abomination is well received and you become a bestselling author. What is the world coming to? And before you English majors dissect my comments and point out whatever it is a have written incorrectly, please forgive me, I am an accountant, so I work better with numbers than words, but damn do I enjo
I don't know the "do's and dont's" of writing a book but I do know that this series has not only captured my 20-something heart but billions of others! Regardless is her grammar isn't correct from the dictionaries point of view - Twilight lovers can relate to it. I know I speak for a lot of readers when I say that her books left me yearning for more! I get lost in her books and have a hard time coming back to reality. I've found that since I finished her series I no longer find tv of interest... I'm constantly searching for books to read - thanks to Stephanie! Critique her writing and characters all you want, it will not stop me from loving them all and re-reading them over and over. :) BTW, I CANNOT wait for Midnight Sun to come out!
hahahahahaha tbh i think you actually are a bit strange, twilight is a good book. yes, most girls are obsessive over it and yes it will never happen in real life. and maybe the story does go to smoothly but its still a good book. its one of the actual GOOD books that you can get lost in to. also, they are not the same path in every book, its something completely different! the characters are good aswell, they go with the story and they are just plain good characters. the story is different from normal books these days and its one of the only good books that i actually like. i know you are entitled to your own opinion, but i think yours is wrong! twilight is amazing!
btw....nicole d i totally agree with you!!
your comment made alot more sense than mine =P
The main reason I read any work of fiction is the experience I have from page to page. I want to go places, get a glimpse into someone's life. Many of the books I read do that. Some do it better than others. It is all opinion.
I enjoyed the "Twilight" series. Everyone should be allowed their form of escapism. I am happy (as a parent and writer) these books made kids pick them up and read them (multiple times). This is an important fact some of us forget. It doesn't matter the genre or how great the writing is, these books are being read! We can sit and criticize all day, but who cares? We are individuals and we read what we like.
If someone can touch us with their words and we get totally lost in the world they have created, that is what truly matters. We should be celebrating our youth reading, not criticizing their choices.
I think the point that Bailey was trying to make perhaps was not that the fans are insane for likeing the book...but the INTENSITY of the hysteria that has erupted since the books first hit the stores. I do agree that it's a good thing that people who previously hated books are reading (even though this isn't technically "reading") but I think my biggest problem was the absolute mind numbing mania that is sweeping the pop culture scene. It isn't necessary.
I just think it is sad that so much expectation is placed on the qualitiy of literature that Meyers has created. For obvious reasons this series has touched many for one reason or another. Mostly of the dream of something else. All reading/TV/etc is, is an escape from the mondane. Why does a story have to be perfect? The truth is that people who criticise other people's work are people who fail to see the entertainment value in it. I am sorry that Bailey isn't able to let loose enough to enjoy the fun. I am in the 30 + age bracket and have found many other women my age who are very entertained if not, enthralled by this series. I myself was never much of a reader. This is my "gateway drug" of reading. It has opened me up to the many emotions and imaginations of authors who take it upon themselves to retell a story they themselves found fascinating enough to put on paper. Why criticise...just enjoy or shut the hell up.
Good article.
For those saying that "at least kids are reading," I have to disagree. Yeah, they're reading, but what do they get out of it? A better understanding of the english language? No. An introduction to other novels? Sometimes, maybe, but in my personal experience, fans of Twilight who didn't enjoy reading before don't go looking for more to read... they just sit and reread Twilight, over and over. Twilight doesn't make people think. As others have admitted, it's pure escapism. The plot is simple, as are the characters. Non-romantic conflict is kept to a minimum. The author has stated that she didn't write with theme in mind. So... what does it matter if they're reading, if WHAT they're reading doesn't offer mental stimulation of any sort?
all you people that dont like twilight5 suck!!!Twilight is awesome and i like how it all fits as a puzzle and doesnt leave any questions unanwsered
I find this string of commentary fascinating. It's interesting to see how a review has turned into a debate, which is always a possibility, I suppose. Those criticizing the author should stop at "you're entitled to your opinion" and leave it at that- by going on and saying "Your opinion sucks" totally devalues any contribution you've made to this commentary.
The beauty of fiction is that it is art, and art truly is in the eye of the beholder. If this were a review of a restaurant, it would be easier for Twilight mentality readers to swallow (yes, pun intended) in that perhaps they could appreciate that one person's dissatisfaction in the menu choices don't always translate the same to other patrons in the restaurant.
Clearly Meyers has struck a nerve, but I believe Jeanie summed things up well- Meyers' focus on Cullen perfection is too fairy tale for most people who appreciate LITERATURE. Not just stories. There is a difference. Megan and Fai D also hit the nail on the head.
the article raised interesting points and they certainly are not the greatest books ever but they are a easy read where for a few hours the people reading do not have to deal with reality. So what if everything turned out nicely and there were no questions unanswered? Its a good book to be able to read...not everything has to be a literature masterpiece.
I agree with Megan that those who dislike Twilight aren't annoyed that the book isn't perfect - it's just that the sheer magnitude of attention being paid to the book is undue for its quality. It IS good that people are being drawn away from TV and into reading by this book, but like some have said, how much does that really mean considering the caliber of the book itself? Most lovers of Twilight (including most in this comment list) admit that Twilight may not be a great work of literature, but it's entertaining and a nice escape from ordinary life. Entertaining and an escape. Sounds kind of like TV.
I think maybe some of the fervor behind those against Twilight comes from the fact that we're struck by how unfair it is that the really good books, the ones that make you think, the ones that help you become who you are, go largely unnoticed by the masses while books of mediocre quality like Twilight provoke a pop cultural craze. Maybe for some, Twilight IS one of the books that (TBC)
makes you think or helps you become who you are. I don't really see how that's possible personally, but who am I to say what books can and can't provoke thought. It's just frustrating to see really well-written (and for me, this has precious little to do with grammar - my Linguistics class has proven to me multiple times that grammar and language as a whole is constantly changing, and that those who use it improperly are by and by no more intelligent or unintelligent than those who use it properly, so I rarely get worked up about grammar misuse) books with truly well-crafted characters are overlooked while Twilight is exalted to this pedestal. Again, I'm not presenting these as reasons why people shouldn't like Twilight - I'm just trying to explain why some people might hate it with such a passion. People who like Twilight aren't crazy or stupid, but there are so many other books they could read that would be worth their time on so many levels, not just as an escape from reality.
Curious how the scathing yet accurate critiques given by "Demosthenes" have suddenly disappeared the moment a new article is posted. I fully believe in negative and positive criticisms, as an artist, we grow more through the honesty of people to take our work and help push it through to its potential. By taking down the comments you don't find personally appetizing, this shows a lack of maturity as a writer and as a person.
Salicious- yours is the only comment I'll reply to, because you make a legitimate point. However, I removed Demosthenes' comment because it contributed nothing to this discussion; it is my prerogative as the Examiner to determine which comments stay. I have no issue at all with criticism, as long as it's on topic. Demosthenes' comment crossed a line, and so I removed it. Feel free to e-mail me if you'd like a more detailed explanation.
As a teacher, I can tell you that many kids dislike reading because they think books need to have some intrinsic value. They feel required to search for hidden meaning, or remember details for an upcoming exam. Can't a book just be a fun read? Are there grammatical errors in Meyer's books? Sure. Very few written works are 100% free of them (including the article to which I am responding).
Yes, the characters are stereotypical and shallow, but most of us remember someone that fits every character mold in Meyer's world. Maybe nobody in the "real world" acts like these characters, but in high school, they do. Aside from the whole vampire thing, high school is full of paranoid boyfriends, woe-is-me girlfriends, and jealous kids.
By criticizing the author and fans, Bailey, you come off sounding more like a jealous, struggling writer than an Examiner. I'm 32, and found the series enjoyable. I wanted to be entertained, and I was. Books don't always need to do more than tha
While the writing in the Twilight series is not the best, I do believe that the series has some depth that perhaps has been overlooked. First, all of the "good" vampires in this series did not have a choice in what they became. None of them would have chosen the life that they have and are trying to overcome temptation every day. Though I do agree that she over emphasized the perfection of their appearance. Also, as a mother and a teacher, I was thrilled that Edward refused to make love to Bella until they were married. How many books published today, even in the young adult category, have a male character wanting to wait until marriage.
In teaching, I have found that I could get some students who where not thrilled to read reading by finding just one book that they loved even if it wasn't the most well written book out there. It helped me to introduce them to other literature. Besides, there is nothing wrong with an easy read. It's better than most things on TV these days.
You clearly missed the point of the entire series. That may be because you never been "in love" or have someone love you "unconditionally" as Bella loves Edward. For you to even criticize the "sparkling vampires" is crazy. Stephanie provides a different take on the stale vampire story i.e. True Blood. The traditional story we've seen a million times. The only item Stephanie may have kept is the attraction vampires have to their victims or in this case, Bella is entranced w/his beauty, smell etc... (See Dracula -Frank Langella's version). The style of writing, yes, could be better. But the story is unique from the standard vampire/werewolf story. Clearly, you didn't grow up with an imagination. Because if you did, you can appreciate the story for what it is...A Love Story. The detached critique clearly shows you have not understood the premis. Edward is not a stalker. Bella falls in love w/him on her own. He protects her like a boyfriend should. Maybe you should get one and you'll see.
Look, I'd just like to say that I totally agree with Bailey on this one, and I'd like to add my own comments here.
Twilight is poorly written, mindless drivel written by some Mormon Soccermom with no sex life. It is BEYOND sub-par, to say the least.
Oh, and really? Sparkling Vampires? Puh-lease.
Now, Vampires ARE fictional, and sure, you can do whatever you want with them...WITHIN REASON. I give her nine out of ten for creativity, and one out of ten for execution. She cannot write, and insults works far better than her own. (i.e.: Romeo and Juilet)
To think that this sea cow's book has gotten more recognition, and more fans than books far better than it, is, to say the least, aggravating. Her books not only prove that some things should be left unpublished, but that "It doesn't matter what they read, as long as they read" is pure bollocks.
I have nothing against overweight people, but the fact this Manatee's books are all about how PRETTYFUL everyone is just pathetic.
Ashlee!! I thought we were talking about writing here? i think you are way out of order saying those things what does Stephanie Meyer's waist size have to do with anything!!!
PATHETIC!
Honestly, WR? You assume she has never been in love because she didn't 'understand' this pathetic excuse for a story? Oi...
Anyway, the points in this article were true. The characters, the 'plot', and the writing style are all about as shallow as a puddle on a sunny day. Sure, she had great ideas, but they were resolved too quickly or ended just perfectly. Her characters and the plot had potential, but she did nothing with it. And her focus on only the beautiful and perfect is just sad, especially considering she's not exactly Miss America either.
Also, it doesn't matter if this book actually got kids to read. This is all they're reading, and stories not much different from this. It's basically the same as not reading if they're not getting anything out of it.
I have tried to read the classics and have not read them as easily nor enjoyed them as much as I have with Stephanie Meyers novels. I love that she left the main character Bella to be infused with my personality, I love these books and can really relate to the story because of how she wrote it. I like the movie less because it is Kristen Stewarts personality more than mine, but I've still seen it several times. I'm not a literature major or minor for that matter and I don't care if it is written to those standards whatever they are. I don't think people that do not like the series understand why people do like it so I'll let you know why I do. I do not like it because it is a horror/scary story about vampires. I like it because it's a love story. A simple love story with characters I find facinating.
The Twilight series was written for the young adult genre. She used language that is simple, easy to read and understand, and described emotions that teenagers can relate to. She used a teenager’s first person point-of-view as the narrator, so it makes sense that she would spend so much time describing how Edward looks, what others are saying, and the way she feels etc. The intense feelings of love, shallowness, and loss, are all a part of high school and growing up. I feel that she dove into the teenager’s psyche perfectly and that’s why teenagers, and those that once were teenagers, can relate to this book so well. For me, the simplicity of the writing does not overshadow the well created story she has weaved.
I agree 100% with you about the Twilight books.
They are not very well written at all and it is no excuse to say they were written "simply" for teen audiences. Teenagers aren't stupid. Jesus, I was reading Classic Literature when I was a teenager (and it was only a few years ago).
Anyone who says these are the 'greatest' pieces of 'literature' ever really needs to expand their horizons and get their nose into a proper 'classic' that's stood the test of time. Then see how Twilight holds out.
This review is amazing! You basically said everything about how I feel about this wretched book series. Brilliant job.
If people are obsessed with such a crappy series they are weak-minded, easy-to-manipulate and NEEDS TO GET A LIFE. The whole series has brain-washed everyone who has read it and loved it. It's not only teenagers that like it but weird adults as well who are obsessed with it. Now that is a major problem.
Some girl was so obsessed with it, she attempted to drown one of her friends who said she didn't like it. There goes the world as we know it. People who LOVE Twilight are SICKENING, LOUD AND ANNOYING.
Only smart people who have read it would agree with the article.
There's so many more articles in why Twilight sucks.
I loved your article and it was very well-written. It amuses me that Nicole called you "elitist" for disliking a badly-written, boring series. Right... Since when did disliking a book or participating in actual literary criticism make one elitist?
I get how some people can like the series for the escapism, but it really isn't deep and there's basically no character development.
Bailey, I absolutely agree with everything you've written here. Twilight is little more than a pathetic lump of literary drivel, and I really cannot understand those who claim it's the most amazing series to ever hit the shelves of a bookstore. I do agree with whoever said that Twilight is a good story, and I think that Meyer is probably a decent storyteller. Her problem, though, is that she is not an author. Her books barely qualify as literature, if they qualify at all, and I truly cannot wait until all the Twihards grow up and move on.
Looking at how regular peoples' negative responses to twilight are written and how twilight fans type out their rebuttals is all you have to do to see why the books are crap.
You see, the only people who enjoy them are near-illiterate to begin with.
Joanne Kay, I did not say that Meyer's weight was the problem. Far from that, actually. I was just commenting how hypocritical it was for a woman to write a "saga" in which all the characters that get a happy ending a "beautiful" and "dazzling" when she doesn't keep up her own appearance. Personally, I have nothing Against the writer. I just found it ironic, and mean no offense by it. I am sorry for any confusion, and none was intended.
Oh come on people! If you hate the book so much, DONT EVEN TALK/WRITE ABOUT IT!
I love the books, but I dont drool over edward or wish to be Bella because that will never happen. I have read every single book so many times that I lost count after 25.
So what if it is like Romeo and Juliet? It adds a whole other twist to mythical creatures!And if they Sparkle; again, it adds a whole new twist.
and again, SO WHAT if steiphinie is mormon???? IM MORMON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE! If she was cathlic and I was mormon; it wouldnt change anything. who cares what religion she is, and what she does, or who she hangs out with! Everyone is like "Oh, ya. I havent read the twilight seriese because the athur is mormon" I hear a lot of people sayng that!!!!!
Anyway, dont complain about twilight because if you complain about it, you are just waisting time complainng about a book.
Mat - I have always found that trend quite amusing. It definitely says a lot about the books.
Leah - I've repeated this ad nauseam, but one more time won't kill me. If you can gush, we can gripe. And trust me, we have PLENTY of reasons to gripe.
this article is just someones opinion but for him to say it was a waste of time and all ,then he should see how many twi fans think it wasnt. it might not be a good book to him but to other people it is. and its just so silly how he even bothered to write this silly little article when he clearly hates it so much...why would you bother writing so much about things you hate?
however I do agree on this >No books as long as these should leave the reader without anything to think about except how dreamy Edward is, or how much they wish they were Bella.
and for her to write abotu sparkly vampires was an original idea that she actually dreamt up.
not everyone is going to like a book no matter what its about, sure , we have our own opinions but to go OTT on a book that was only written for entertainment for people who like that sort of thing, is puzziling!
im sure if i wrote about how awful your favourite book is or film or whatever you sure wouldnt like it .
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