Okay, I had better finish up this review for once and for all! Firstly, I cannot say that this book was enjoyable. It just did not have the same wow factor like how Twilight had. There were a few dragging parts in the book with lots of unnecessary things thrown in.
So, all of a sudden Edward decides to leave Bella. For good. He wants her to forget him and everything to do with him. It’s pretty creepy, but it isn’t new here isn’t it since it’s a vampire book and all? Anyway, Edward removed all traces of himself from Bella’s life and it’s obvious that she’s in shock over what has just happened.
She can’t bring herself to believe that she may never see her beloved Edward again. So every day, she goes to school and work and comes back home and does her homework like a good girl. She doesn’t hang out with her friends and she doesn’t laugh much, if not at all. Also, she has nightmares every single night where she will wake up screaming.
Then, she discovers that if she does something dangerous or taking part in any activity where ending up dead is a huge possibility, she hears Edward’s voice in her head, warning her and trying to steer her way out of further trouble. It’s as if he’s right beside her and talking into her ear.
Soon, she’s indulging herself in reckless stunts like riding a motorcycle with her new friend, Jacob. Jacob Black is also another peculiar character but it’s apparent that he likes Bella very much and wished that Edward did not exist. To spice things up, he has his own set of secrets too! The secret will be revealed later in the book.
Edward wasn’t around for the most part of New Moon. He’ll be back though so don’t worry. Bella will have a tough decision to make. Jacob or Edward? She only likes Jacob as a friend and nothing more. Jacob, on the other hand, can’t stand the sight of Edward Cullen. And Bella wants to be with both of them! Well, as a friend to one and as a girlfriend to the other. Hence, it’s a complicated triangle.
I wonder how Eclipse will be. May it not be as disappointing as this one.
Other Bloggers’ Reviews: Nicole, Framed, Alice
New Moon isn’t the best of the three she’s written for this series so
far, but Eclipse is worth reading — that one is my favorite! =3
I plan on reading Twilight for the first time this year. My daughter gave it to me for Christmas. She is a huge fan.
Nicole B.: Yup, I still prefer Twilight and I haven’t read Eclipse yet, so I can’t say which is the best among the three. Okay, I’ll have to find out for myself if Eclipse is that good!
Framed: That’s nice of your daughter. Well, tell me how you find the book, okay? =)
I had the same feeling about this book too. It just didn’t give me the same satisfaction like “Twilight” did. I have yet to read “Eclipse” but it’s there waiting for me in the TBR.
Alice: I read somewhere that the second book in a trilogy or short series will need to be a strong one. A strong plot and strong everything so that readers will continue to be mesmerized.
Eclipse is too expensive. I’m waiting for the paperback version to come out. If it ever comes out.
I’ve heard a lot of buzz about these books, in particular, the stunning book covers. This is the first review I’ve read about New Moon though. Is this a series where you need to start with the first book or can you jump in at any time?
FantasyGirl: Yup, the book covers are certainly interesting. Uh, I think you could start with Twilight (the 1st book) so you would understand the story better. Here are the books in order:
1. Twilight
2. New Moon
3. Eclipse
I read twilight and loved it… i heard that new moon was really boring but its worth reading because eclipse is really really good!
alyssa: Hi, I like the way you put all three titles in one sentence! For me, New Moon was awfully boring but like you said, I heard that Eclipse is much better. I’ll have to read it myself to find out.
Uh, I don’t really liked it too! Bella is so flirty! Why does she have to choose over two guys and why do they need to protect her all the time? What is she, a three-year old? When she was left by Edward, she was lifeless for months and tried to get herself killed just to hear his voice. If I was ambivalent about Twilight, I was bored and somewhat irritated with New Moon.