You honestly did not think that we were over the Twilight phenom, did you? Becky, Erin, and I had movie night this weekend and watched the DVD. I won't deny we laughed through quite a few scenes.Rehashed our opinions concerning certain scenes. All around it was a great night.I am not really writing about the movie though. I was asked the other day, why those who enjoy the books are so engrossed in them? Why do we adults care so much for this young girl and her love for a vampire? Why we have a hard time putting the book down and once we do, we keep thinking about the characters? My only answer is Stephenie Meyer is a master at weaving a story.
Michelle picked on me for my Twilight obsession and could not understand the appeal. She had browsed the book and thought it was horrible. Then during the holidays, she read the first book in one sitting. Mind you, it was a car ride sitting, but she couldn't put it down. She bought the second book in the series, but has remained determined not to read it. My sister, who is not a reader in any sense of the word, started the book this past week. She finished Breaking Dawn on Sunday. She kept asking me all week, why she couldn't stop reading it. She watched the movie and is rereading the first book to catch items she may have missed.
Can anyone explain the obsession with these books in a better fashion? I am pleased that it brings out the reader in those who would normally not read books, but can't explain to others why I am compelled to follow the books.
3 comments:
I still contend that it is not a "good" book, just an irresistable story. I simply had to know what happened.
Twilight gives us a star-crossed couple determined to overcome the dangers that their relationship presents. Edward is a compelling romantic interest--his love for Bella is powerful enough to override his vampy instincts. I think part of the appeal is our desire to see love conquer all. That said, Meyer does create an interesting vampire/shapeshifter mythology . . .
Yes, I have been bitten by the Twilight obsession. I am reading the books again at a slower pace, I strongly believe the books are by far better than the movie. I'm still searching for the reason that I became addicted to this; so I ask that when you find the answer fill me in.
-JoAnn
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