Sixteen year-old Isabella Swan moves back to Forks, Washington to finish out high school living with her father. Bella arrives expecting the wet, gloomy town to be incredibly dull and monotonous, but her life soon takes a thrilling turn. On her first day at Forks High School, Bella comes face to face with the mysterious Edward Cullen. He is distant and cold, and seems to have an unwarranted hatred for her. Edward’s eyes change colors, he is extremely strong and fast, and he avoids the sun at all costs. Intrigued by his suspicious behavior, Bella begins to look into Edward and his family’s history. She is astounded by what she finds.
I greatly enjoyed reading Twilight. The story is full of suspense and mystery that leaves you constantly on the edge of your seat. Bella’s quick wit and dry humor make her a wonderful protagonist, and Edward’s cool composure and mystifying personality compliment her perfectly. Their transition from aversion to affection is charming. The unpredictability of the story made it impossible to put down, and it left me very eager to read the rest of the series.
The language is very straightforward and accessible. However, the story is very detailed, and the book is nearly 500 pages.
I would recommend Twilight to fans of mystery, romance, and science-fiction who are 12 years and older.
Review written by Asha, Grade 9