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Twilight
Ever since Anne Rice delivered us into the world of the vampire I have enjoyed reading these kinds of tales. There have been many attempts by other authors to repeat her fame with poor results. Given this, I was lured by the Twilight series by Stephanie Meyer. The movie trailers looked tantalizing, but I hate to see a movie first, knowing that you cannot get the full detail of the book in the condensed version of a movie.
The first book in the series, focuses on an misfit teenage girl looking to relocate and live with her father in gloomy Washington State. Upon starting school in Forks, WA she quickly becomes popular as this is a small town and the new girl would be an excitement. She is intrigued by a set of pale teenagers from the Cullen family. Edward Cullen soon saves her life and she becomes ensnared into the life of the vampire. The teens have discovered that they are soulmates and meant to be together. This starts a life of excitement and danger within this small dark town.
The book is meant to be for the young adult scene. I can understand why millions of young teenage girls are swooning over these stories. It is very seductive and dangerous, while still being meant for the junior age (i.e. no sex.) I enjoyed the book and went on the read the second book in the series which introduced werewolves into the mix. I found the second book to be even more enthralling. I plan on reading the remaining two books in the series and look forward to the publication of the 5th book. Only then will I consider renting the movie, lol!
P.S. I finished all of the books and loved them. Loved the movie, though it is a bit simple. Cannot wait for the second movie to come out in November 2009. My daughter and I have become quite the Twi-fanatics!
I see that I have not posted for about a month. Sorry about that. I could make excuses but life goes on. Instead of New Years resolutions (which I never really believed in anyway) I am going to make a blessing list for this year. 2008 was a difficult year to get through and I am glad its gone. I consider it a blessing that a new year is here for us to start over and enjoy. I am going to start listing my blessings in my personal journal so that I can keep focus on the good things and not the uncontrollable bad things.
- A beautiful, vivacious granddaughter.
- My father surviving his brain surgery with gusto.
- A wonderful, supportive husband who gives into my whims.
- Five happy and healthy children who appreciate me (at the moment.)
- My husband being able to keep his job during the company layoff.
The one thing I am going to try to change is to not let the “little” insignificant people in my life control it. Only I can give them that power, and I refuse to do it anymore. There are too many more important people to worry about.
I hope everyone had a happy holiday season and enjoys their new year along with me!
