Alright, here’s the skinny. I am obsessed with Twilight. I know, I know. Vampires? Honestly, I have never been obsessed with bloodsuckers (other than lawyers and politicians) until this fall (for reference, please see prior post on HBO’s True Blood).
Something about this autumn got me (and seemingly everyone) into the whole un-dead scene. For those that don’t know, Twilight is a book series by Stephanie Meyer. The four books have done quite well in the post-Harry Potter tween/adult/horror/magical/romance/thing niche.
I hitched a ride on the Vamp express quite late. The first novel came out in 2005 and I didn’t read it until 2008. I had thought I was above it, until a value and trusted friend (several, in fact) showed me the error of my ways. After 30 pages, I was hooked.
The story, simply, revolves around Bella and her love affair with Edward. Not only do the pair face the perils of everyday high school, they have to worry about Edward going one step too far and killing Bella as they lock lips. Yes, he’s a vampire.
Why should you care? Good question. Let me tell you:
1) The books, although long (too long in my mind–200 pages could easily be trimmed and the overall story tightened up in each book) are quick reads and mindless fun.
2) It’s this falls hottest new film. Next Friday, girls and their mothers (and yes, me too) will be waiting in line for the premiere of the film.
Let’s hope it lives up to expectations!
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