The tween Anne Rice

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Mandee Newman Fri, May 30, 2008 at 01:15 AM EST

Let's just say I fell in love with the story Twilight. My friend introduced me to this series of an untold love between a vampire and a human! AndI couldnt get enough of it...it took me a matter of 3 days to read both the first second and the third book...I could not put themdown...I have just recently picked up her new book the Host, and it also is a wonder to read. I love the way Meyer writes her books. I can't wait to read Breaking Dawn.

Sienna Sun, May 11, 2008 at 06:40 PM EST

Well, when i first read Stephenie Meyer"s book Twilight, i knew i wasn't going to be able to get enought of her books. Me, well i wasn't much of a reader until her.
Might i say thanks, Stephenie, if it wasn't for you, i would have never uncovered this new and different world. I'm only 14 years old, but i love writing, i mean ever since i started reading.Stephenie Meyer was my inspiration for writing. The night Eclipse came out, i went and bought it then as soon as i got into the car i was reading. i stayed up all night reading it, i just couldn't put it down. I have read all of the books more then 4 times. So i'm really looking forward to Breaking Dawn.
Thanks to Stephenie Meyer, i have something better then reality.

Sienna Sun, May 11, 2008 at 06:37 PM EST

Well, when i frist read Steohenie Meyer"s book Twilight, i knew i wasn't going to be able to get enought of her books. Me, well i wasn't much of a reader until her.
Might i say thanks, Stephenie, if it wasn't for you, i would have never uncovered this new and different world. I'm only 14 years old, but i love writing, i mean ever since i started reading.Stephenie Meyer was my inspiration for writing. The night Eclipse came out, i went and bought it then as soon as i got into the car i was reading. i stayed up all night reading it, i just couldn't put it down. I have read all of the books more then 4 times. So i'm really looking forward to Breaking Dawn.
Thanks to Stephenie Meyer, i have something better then reality.

Rainy Kilgore Thu, Apr 3, 2008 at 01:35 PM EST

Stephanie Meyer’s trilogy caught my attention with the first book and has captivated many young readers al well as adults. I believe this book is written more for the girls then the boys but can be enjoyed by both. She has introduced a new type of vampires that has never been seen before.
I, as a reader of all three books so far, have noticed her tendency to put all the action at the end. The beginning grabs your attention and then stuff starts happening slowly after that. Through most of the book (any of them, Bella is basically just living life. Just going though her day, strange as it may be. Then towards the end something big and unexpected comes from nowhere and is usually her fault. THAT is where the story becomes a page turner!
Twilight was best, eclipse was second, and new moon was my least favorite of the three, but they all rocked the world of books!

9 out of 10 for the series as a whole!

Jenny Kelm Sun, Mar 16, 2008 at 04:53 PM EST

i love stephenie meyer! i was introduced to her books a year and four months ago next week, and they are just brilliant. i am very excited for the movie, the shots i've seen so far are fantastic. what i don't like about the article is how he described it as a "tween" book. this is definitly a high scool and up book, and although middle schoolers read it, they don't have as large of a fanbase. so yeah. BREAKING DAWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nicole Sat, Oct 20, 2007 at 08:34 PM EST

I absolutely adore Stehenie Meyer. Her fanfiction has inspired me to write a fan fiction of my own. I'm also doing a report on the impact of vampire novels on readers so she was one of the first authors I thought of writing about, along with Anne Rice of course

Tracy Sat, Oct 20, 2007 at 11:08 AM EST

I am not sure what everyone has not read these books. The best series I have ever read, and all in a matter of a week. I cannot wait for the fourth in the series, and the other one that she is writing from Edward's perspective. I am an addict. Is there a support group out there?

Candy Tue, Oct 9, 2007 at 11:23 AM EST

I read all three books in three days after I saw an add in a magazine for the third book. I thought "Hey I'd like to read that". So I read it and I was enslaved. The books were great and by the time I was done with the third one the emotions that pass seem like your own. They were great and now I'm a big fan and I can't wait till the next one comes out.

BillS Sun, Sep 30, 2007 at 01:20 PM EST

I have read all three of her books and liked them very much. I'm a 65 year old male. I suspect I'm really at the far end of her fan base. The only other vampire book I've read recently was "The Historian" which I found much too complex and somewhat boring.

FabJillyG Sun, Sep 23, 2007 at 04:52 PM EST

I first heard about Stephenie Meyer and the Twilight series a few weeks ago in my issue of Entertainment Weekly. I've always liked vampire stories (and I am a HUGE fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer), but I'm 32 years old and thought that perhaps these books would seem a little "too young" for me. Well, I starting reading the Twilight series a couple of weeks ago and am currently reading Eclipse (which I LOVE so far...I am so glad to have Edward back in the story again!). In sum, I LOVE THESE BOOKS! This is the most I've enjoyed a book in a long time...I really can't put them down. Bella is such a sweet character and at times seems a little too young to me, but on the other hand, I like that she is so relatable. She kind of reminds me of myself when I was in high school (except that I didn't know any vampires back and still don't....though my husband sometimes dreams that he's a vampire...he's a little strange like that!). Anyhow, I just wanted to say that I love these books!

Elle Wed, Aug 29, 2007 at 07:12 PM EST

Omg!!!!!! Thes books were all sooooo amazing!!!!! Ive really never read a book where two people ( bella and Edward) are so deeply in love!! And not the gross type of love, but true, passionate love for eachoter. I really don't like Jacob though, for coming between them.

G. Wed, Aug 29, 2007 at 06:54 PM EST

I dont even think words can describe how in LOVE I am with these books(not to mention Edward himself)! The books are sooo amazing-I was completely drawn into Bella's world the minute I opened Twilight. Everything about the series is so...romantic and almost magical. In a review I read Stephenie Meyer's writing was said to be hypnotic-it is!! I can picture Forks so clearly in my mind and... Anyway, I love the vampires-they're so sleek and sophisticated and they all have so much depth(all the characters do). I could go on forever...

Lynn Mon, Aug 27, 2007 at 07:52 PM EST

I just heard about the Twilight series last week when Stephenie Meyer was on GMA. I bought the first book on Thursday, the second book Saturday and the third book on Sunday. It is only Monday and I read them all this week!! They were the most addictive series I have ever read since Flowers in the Attic. Oh, did I mention I am 37 years old?? Amazing books - do an article soon!

Erin Sun, Aug 26, 2007 at 03:19 AM EST

I'm 23 and just started reading this series a couple weeks ago when I heard about Eclipse. I was looking for something new to read and devoured Twilight and New Moon within 2 days staying up until 4am one night and 3am the next. They're very well written, fast-paced, and addicting. I will admit that sometimes I just want to tell the characters to grow up a little but they are only 17, though Edward has been that age quite awhile. I'm eagerly awaiting Eclipse to come into my local bookstore; they've already sold out their first 2 shipments. And I'll be eagerly awaiting Breaking Dawn next fall and Midnight Sun whenever Ms. Meyer finishes it and it's hopefully published as a Twilight companion. My hat's off to this enchanting author who has given me a new treasure trove of characters to fall in love with.

Brandi Barnett Sat, Aug 18, 2007 at 11:22 AM EST

I am a 35 year old mother of 3. I heard about the books from my sister-in-law. I have had 3 other people read them as well: 2 friends who are my age, as well as my 16 year old daughter. We can't get enough!

Libertie Fri, Aug 17, 2007 at 12:48 PM EST

I just discovered these books 6 days ago, and have read the first two already! I LOVED them, and couldn't put them down! While there are certainly some flaws, and I did find all the eye rolls & teenage angst a little annoying (I'm 29), I found the story to be compelling - you can just feel Meyer's excitement for the story & her characters on every page! Can't wait to tackle Eclipse!

Andrea Wed, Aug 15, 2007 at 07:35 PM EST

My 13 year old sister got me into reading the Twilight series and absolutely loved them. I'm 21 and I've gotten many others of varying ages to read them - even my 30 year old brother, who would never admit it, likes them, too. I think Ms. Meyer's books are very interesting and amusing. And after all, isn't that what books are supposed to be?

kats Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 04:45 PM EST

Thanks for the recommendations. I'm very much looking forward to checking them out. Then I can start rereading all of the Harry Potter series ;-)

Lauren Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 02:23 PM EST

I read as much as I could of Twilight, but I'm afraid that it's a little to "Y" and not enough "A" for my tastes. That pre-dance shopping trip, for instance, really made me cringe, and I have a difficult time believing the characters or relationships. That said, the writing flows OK, and I'm sure that over time, Ms. Meyer's style will evolve. I'm just surprised that no one has mentioned Eoin Colfer's Artemis Fowl series (excerpts can be found at www.artemisfowl.com). The "protagonist" is more like an extremely clever and slightly more tolerable Malfoy, but compelling - and Colfer's spin on fairies as being far more than cute little pixies is clever. It's considered YA as well, I believe, but it has a broader appeal as Colfer's plots and writing are much deeper while maintaining approachability for his main audience.

Over It Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 12:26 PM EST

I'm 26 and HUGE fan of YA lit, Harry Potter included, though I'd never consider myself a hardcore Fantasy fan. I LOVED Twilight, thought New Moon was okay (though could Bella please pull herself together in the middle, my god), and I'm having a really hard time getting through Eclipse. After like 400 pages, NOTHING has happened. And if one more character grinds their teeth or narrows their eyes to show frustration and/or anger, I'm done.

If you really want something to fill the Harry Potter void, check out The Golden Compass (and its sequels) by Philip Pullman. Dare I say they're better than Harry P? Certainly more thought-provoking. Certainly, for me, more emotional. Let's hope they don't ruin the book for the movie...

Kelsey Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 12:21 PM EST

Kats,
I too am a Harry Potter fan with a large hole in my heart. I really enjoyed "The Shadow in the Wind." The book is realistic, historical fiction with good writing, compelling plot and amazing characters. Isn't that why we all read Harry Potter to begin with? Another tactic is to read the books the JKR has said inspired her own writing styles such as Jane Austen or Jessica Mitford. You may also want to look at MuggleNet's Book Trolley. They recommend books for fans to read.
What pains me the most about these books is that they are compared to Harry Potter. According to one article, they are more popular than Harry! Whatever you have to say about Ms. Meyer's books they are meant to cater to a niche audience of tween girls (though some older folks enjoy them as well) were Harry Potter was always meant to be an all gender children's novel that blew all the expectations.

dan Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 09:40 AM EST

Congrats to Meyer on her success -- but large sales do not a good book make. I read the first book -- had a hard time getting through it, because it was pretty poorly written. The main character just keeps almost getting killed (car accidents, crazy murderous thugs) and her vampire lover keeps rescuing her. These events make the main character seem like a weak idiot. Boring! Also - the main climax hinges on a totally unironic game of vampire baseball. Um... Huh? I understand why the books are popular, but they'll never rival harry p. They're jut not very well written.

kats Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 09:37 AM EST

Other than the books mentioned, does anyone have any suggestions for a now depressed Harry fan? I'm heartbroken that HP is over and eager to find something else exciting to dig into. I do read other types of novels but nothing has ever given me the sheer delight, thrill and anticipation that Rowling did.

Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 08:44 AM EST

To all the people complaining and trashing these books. It's not that serious. These books are for entertainment. I just came across the EW interview with Stephanie Meyer last week. Just from reading the article I was curious to read one of her books. I finished Twilight and immediately went out and purchased New Moon and Eclipse. I love the books. I am a loyal Buffy fan and these books fill the void. Congratulations to Mrs. Meyer on all of her success and wish her more on her future endeavors.

Matthew Mon, Aug 13, 2007 at 12:07 AM EST

Some of my friends read the series and I think she definitely has a very loyal, almost cult-ish fan base of readers.

Roman Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 11:17 PM EST

Wow, it was so strange to come here (after being out of town all weekend) and see a post about these books, because until Saturday afternoon, I had never heard of them. My 14 year old cousin, who never reads, had her nose buried in a book all weekend. Finally, I asked her what she was reading and she proceeded to hand over a copy of "Twilight", warning me not to attempt to read it, because I would get hooked. Long story short, I did and I am. And no, this book isn't just for tween girls, because I'm in my early 20's and male. Meyer is no J.K. Rowling, but perhaps she can attempt to fill the (achingly large) void left by the Harry Potter series.

maggie Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 11:12 PM EST

I am a 31 year old stay-at-home-mom of two. Though I do love the relationships developed in the books, and falling in love with the characters, the best part for me are the total fan girl squee moments -- I feel like a young girl again.

Jen Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 09:57 PM EST

People, either you enjoy them or you do not. There is no need to be insulting to Ms. Meyers or her fans. That said, I am a 31 year old Twilight fan. New moon was good, Eclipse is beter, but nothing touches the original.

Jane Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 12:05 PM EST

Dracula kept three vampire woman in his house, imprisoned a business associatate and slowly destroyed Lucy mentally and pyschically through his nightly visits. He used his position as a Count to hide his crimes.
It is not so much that her characters have compassion its that she does not explore well. Plus the vampires act like they are saints because they avoid human blood. I tend to avoid drinking human blood and am not a saint.
My big beef with her novels are boring characters, large plot holes and the lack of strong females. I would rather watch Buffy kick butt than ready a whiny teenage complain about being human. If I wanted that I could complain to myself.

Gen Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 10:41 AM EST

If I can get my strange, hipsterish 17 year old brother, my 17 year old sister with amazingly painful aim, and my Muse adoring mother to read these books, they must be pretty good. i picked up New Moon, when reading the last page and seeing MUSE, and I don't regret it. Although, Bella looses some of her, *for lack of a better word* Bellaness, in Eclipse. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed it, but she didn't seem exactly like herself. I've read Dracula, and The Historian, Blue Bloods, and countless other vampire stories, and each author brings diffrences to their particlular set of vampires. Which is exactly what Meyer did. Some people say that vampires are ruthless and horrid creatures, but did they forget that Dracula was a COUNT? Vampires always seem to hold an honourable place in society, and keep their cover. so why can't the Cullens have some compassion? Most monsters hold some compassion in their hearts. They just need someone to help bring it out.

vh Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 10:31 AM EST

I love the books. I started reading the first one a week ago and finished the most resent one very early this morning. They nicely fill the void that the Harry Potter series end left in my life.

JL Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 08:25 AM EST

28 year old married dad. Love the books. Great for non-genre fans. I couldn't carte less about vampire books until now.

GingerCat Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 08:15 AM EST

I haven't read these books, so I know I shouldn't be commenting on them, but . . . they feature vampires who don't drink human blood?!? Doesn't that go against everything vampires are about? And where's the suspense if the vampires aren't dangerous?
Just the fact that this author avoids R-rated movies makes me suspicious . . . most movies that are worthwhile for adults to see are rated R (I'm talking independent and arthouse films here, not Wedding Crashers). Does she refuse to read books meant for adults, too? If so, no wonder people below are saying her writing is callow.
I'll have to check these books out in the store and see what I think.

karen Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 08:00 AM EST

I saw Twilight at my local library one day and checked it out on a whim. I proceded to read the entire book in one setting and waited impatiently to get my hands on New Dawn. Can't wait to read Twilight! I am a high school teacher, and saw those books being passed around and read by both girls AND boys. BTW, I am 33 years old, and enjoy them as much as the teenagers reading them. We've actually talked a little bit about them outside of class.

Kelsey Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 04:44 AM EST

The "no sun" rule has been done too death already by every other tween vampire author. She didn't want to explain how Bella could fall for a guy she only say at night. That is laziness.

As for the "we hate killing humans", once again it has been done by much better writers. The vampires are pompous and pretentious about not eating humans while other novels deal with the guilt of remorseful vampires in a much more realistic way.

I would be able to consider these acceptable flaws but Ms. Meyers goes on to create 2D stock characters that could all have died and I wouldn't have cared about. Bella sits around and whines the whole novels. Some reason Edward wants to stay with her. I don't get it.

The books are nothing compared to Harry Potter. Despite their flaws, Ms. Rowling made me care about Harry, Ron and Hermoine and not wish for their untimely desmise.

Kelsey Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 04:44 AM EST

The "no sun" rule has been done too death already by every other tween vampire author. She didn't want to explain how Bella could fall for a guy she only say at night. That is laziness.

As for the "we hate killing humans", once again it has been done by much better writers. The vampires are pompous and pretentious about not eating humans while other novels deal with the guilt of remorseful vampires in a much more realistic way.

I would be able to consider these acceptable flaws but Ms. Meyers goes on to create 2D stock characters that could all have died and I wouldn't have cared about. Bella sits around and whines the whole novels. Some reason Edward wants to stay with her. I don't get it.

The books are nothing compared to Harry Potter. Despite their flaws, Ms. Rowling made me care about Harry, Ron and Hermoine and not wish for their untimely desmise.

Snarf Sun, Aug 12, 2007 at 03:48 AM EST

Thanks but no thanks. I'll stick to Christopher Moore and his two great Vampire novels "Bloodsucking Fiends" and it's follow up, "You Suck" and yes, they are as side splittenly funny as their titles suggest.

Lillian's back to say a bit more Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 10:11 PM EST

About the critiscm about the loophole of the vampire's inability to be in the sun as 'unoriginal', I would have to say I disagree.
If Stephenie Meyer were to keep the same vampire rules as Anne Rice would, or as the vampires exist on Buffy, or as any others, she would still be ridiculed by some as being unoriginal. At least she is trying to come up with some fresh and new ideas of her own to add to her books to separate it slightly from others. Unoriginal, I think, would not be quite the adjective to describe that.
As for the "not killing humans", I find that aspect of the story really intriguing, and makes the characters noble. The struggles that go along with it also make the story more interesting than just bloodthirsty creatures. It humanizes them, by giving them enough emotional turmoil, while still making them distinct from the humans at the same time, which if you ask me is a pretty good recipe for a well-selling story, and a character 1.3 million can fall in love with!

Lillian Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 10:03 PM EST

Perhaps because I'm a teenager, I don't realize that the books are as light as other people have said. I am in my late teens however, and don't find anything in the writing that would insinuate it was "written for tweens by a tween" as mentioned below. If someone could give proper examples to back that up..?

On another note, I love the series. Twilight is one of my favorite novels. New Moon was a bit disappointing to me in comparison, and so far, Eclipse is very good. I haven't finished it yet, so excuse me while I return to my 'light and unoriginal' reading! ;)

mimi Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 09:57 PM EST

I love Stephenie Meyers' series. I'm not a fan of the 12-year-old comment, I would definately guess tweens are not the demographic intended, whether they happen to enjoy the books or not. I'd have to agree on the female demographic, although tough and admirable characters like Edward and Jacob could certainly inspire some guys out there.

Ehe Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 09:53 PM EST

I adore the books. I feel they are really well written. And if there are many cliches, as someone above has claimed, I certainly aren't aware of them.
The characters all have a lot of inner struggle which I find makes an interesting path to follow.

Jacob Fan Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 09:17 PM EST

I've actually read a great deal of vampire fiction, and I really enjoy Meyer's books. I became interested in the genre by reading the granddaddy of them all, Dracula, in college and writing a seminar paper on the book. Meyer may change many aspects of the vampire myth and her characters may not all be as developed as they could be, but the characters are growing up and many of her young readers are getting to grow up with them. Twilight was a novel that my students could select as independent reading for the summer, and I was happy to have them read it, because they actually did, even though they did not have a test or paper due to force them to read it. Maybe some of them will even read Dracula one day. Meyers is helping the vampire genre to continue to grow and change, and she has a lot of kids and adults reading in the process. I applaud her, and I'm eagerly waiting for her next novel, The Host.

glg Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 05:57 PM EST

I love these books, though I wouldn't compare them with Anne Rice (so much better) and I'm getting tired of all the comments about 12-year-old readers. I'm in my mid-20s as well, and I stumbled across Twilight by accident last year, and since have absolutely devoured New Moon and Eclipse. They're wonderful, engrossing books, completely captivating and unique, and I, for one, cannot wait until the next volume comes out a year from now (please oh please let it be only a year!). The writing is absolutely beautiful, and I can't wait to read more. And it's great to see EW support other YA writers!

Amanda Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 05:41 PM EST

I'm a fan from Brazil. Ever since reading a summary for her first book Twilight I've been interested in the series. Once I gave it a try, New Moon was already out and I read both in the space of a week. I love her books a lot! She's incredible writing her characters, she knows them well and they're very realistic (even when she's dealing with a 100 year old vampire). The plot is also really good and interesting. The writing is beautiful, in my opinion. I'm glad her books and her are recieving the attetion they deserve.

Sam Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 04:17 PM EST

I haven't read the most recent book, but Meyer's first two are decent. Not great, but decent. The main character, Bella, leaves something to be desired. Many events that happen in the book seem cliched, especially to the reader who's ever seen an episode of "Buffy" or really read anything involving vampires before.

But I'll say this: anything that can get my 16-year-old younger sister to enjoy reading is all right by me.

Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 11:00 AM EST

I don't think these books will be very popular outside of the set that usually reads YA because the writing is so insipid, it sounds as if it were written by a tween and not just for tweens.

Jorqamily Sat, Aug 11, 2007 at 01:45 AM EST

Why, oh WHY do people love these utterly RIDICULOUS books?! They are not only cliche-ridden drivel, they are also terminally sexist. "New Moon" is particularly aggravating, with Meyer lazily including BLANK PAGES to represent the "OMG, woe!" angst Bella faces when Edward has the nerve to leave her. Meyer has said that Bella is a strong female heroine, but she spends pages literally curled up in a ball, almost comatose because she cannot survive without her precious Edward. Good GRIEF!

Don't even get me started on how utterly 2D all the characters in this series are. Jacob is the only one with a semblance of an actual personality, but Meyer has to ruin that by making him a) a half-werewolf and b) in love with Bella, because of course, EVERYONE has to be in love with Bella. And then Bella turns out to be in love with both Jacob AND Edward? COP OUT! Unbelievable. As a young English teacher, I would never, never let teenaged girls read this in my classroom.

Anon Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 10:24 PM EST

On livejournal, the fanart world has taken a firm hold on Meyer's books. Some are completely captivated, some push the book to friends as 'so bad its good'. There is a whole 'not so under-world' making fanart and manipulations casting their own characters which I think should be acknowledged :)

Kelsey Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 10:19 PM EST

I have never gotten the allure of these novels. Her writing is rather bland and filled with cliches and steroetypes. Bella spends most of the first novel complaining about being human. I couldn't relate. I like vampire fiction but prefer the old fashion rules (no sunlight, stake through the heart, no remorse!!!) When an author makes a loop hole in the no sun rule, it's just laziness and lack of orginality. Don't get me started on "we hate killing humans, so we drink animal blood."

Ms. Meyer in the interview said that all her characters are basically good and if not that, their intentions are always good. This makes for boring characters and villians I am not worried about.

Buffy mixed classic and modern myth the best, along with vampric cliches. Angel was always feeling down on himself while Spike enjoyed every moment of his undeadness (until the fifth season that is.)

But hey, she's making more money than I am complaining about her books.That makes her the smart one.

Jacob Fan Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 08:03 PM EST

I'm in my 20s, and I've taught high school English. I love the books and so did every girl I know who read them. Meyers obviously loves her characters, and even if the books are not very difficult to read, you fall in love w/ her characters, too. She's written one of the few romances I've ever read where I love both love interests for the girl. I read all three books in less than 24 hours each, because I just couldn't stop. My boyfriend teased me, because I would start grinning or crying out of the blue. You just feel so much for these characters. I can't wait for the fourth book!

tania Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 07:48 PM EST

hahaha i just read the comments and my sister posted something thought maybe I should too. Love the books, it seems like the books were made for teen girls but everyone who posted here was in there 20s except one. Meyer really makes you fall for the characters she's an amazing writter and you just can't put the books down... my favorite characters are Alice who I just love, Bella and Jacob. Trust me pick up the books they're good! I'm also going to get to see her this month she's doing a signing at a borders near my house!!! i can't wait!!!! (also i'm almost sure just like my sister i'm going to read the books again...) i got sooo many people hooked on them they must hate me by now!

Maggs Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 07:29 PM EST

Im 27 and my sister is 21 and we can not stop reading her books. I read New Moon and Twilight so mnay times that I can't remember. Do yourself a favor and pick these books up, you won't regret it. Im starting Eclipse tmorrow so i might not see daylight for a few days. Have a great weekend all!

Sarah Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 07:14 PM EST

I'm 29, and I just picked up my copy of "Eclipse" this afternoon. It's definitely been on my to-read list this summer. Are they The Best Thing Ever? Well, no. I tend to think that Bella loses all semblance of a personality when anywhere near Edward (although I could probably have said that about a lot of my peers and their respective boyfriends in high school,) and there are some moments in the books that put an awful lot of weight on one's suspension of disbelief, but if you can get past that they are pretty darn entertaining in the best 'check your brain at the door' tradition, and I'd gladly recommend them to teens and vampire fanatics.

(I'm also really looking forward to Libba Bray's new novel "The Sweet far Thing" in December which is another big trilogy in the current YA supernatural/paranormal movement. Where were these when I was in High school? All I had were the Annes Rice and McCaffrey!)

Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 07:02 PM EST

I'm 20 and basically the books are my guilty pleasure. My friend started reading them and I was looking around for something light to read and the books were perfect for that. You can't help but love the characters and want the best for all of them! She's written some enticing characters!

Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 06:44 PM EST

I love these books and I'm 24. I just heard about them a couple months ago. She is a great writer. You can tell she cares about these characters (like J.K. Rowling does about hers).

Carly Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 06:33 PM EST

I'm in high school and Meyer's one of those authors that every teenage girl who claims she likes to read reads. I read the first two books and didn't enjoy them very much. I kept expecting they would grow on me but they never did. The books follow the same format: nothing happens for hundreds of pages and then BANG everything happens and there's no foreshadowing or anything... She also created a new breed of vampire. Apparently, they can't go out in the sun becaue they're very shiny.

moni Fri, Aug 10, 2007 at 06:10 PM EST

YES! I LOVE her books! I am in my mid-20s, yet my calendar was marked for quite some time alerting me to the release of Eclipse! The story is classic and Meyer knows how to create people the reader cares about.

Also, I work with teens, and they adore Meyer as well. One girl even had temporary tattoos with Edward's name on them...