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Twilight is a young-adult vampire romance novel written by Stephenie Meyer. It centers around the lives of 17-year-old mortal beauty Bella Swan and her love Edward Cullen, a vampire who has been immortalized as a teenager. The novel was adapted into a hit film in 2008 starring Kristen Stewart as Bella and Robert Pattinson as Edward.
Twilight is the first novel in the Twilight series, which also includes New Moon, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn.
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Fast Facts
- Author: Stephenie Meyer
- Genre: Young Adult Fiction
- Publication date: October 1, 2005
- Publisher: Little, Brown & Co.
- Pages: 498
- ISBN 9780316015844
- Has sold over 17 million book in the three years since the release of the first bookio9: 5 Things You Need To Know About Twilight (November 9, 2008)
- Adaptations: Movie starring Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson
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Books in Series
- 2005: Twilight
- 2006: New Moon
- 2007: Eclipse
- 2008: Breaking Dawn
- 2008: Midnight Sun
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Critical Reception
- "My only complaint with the story was Bella's pathetic parents, who probably have to be so lame in order for much of the plot to take place, but are still occasionally outside the suspension of disbelief. That, and Meyer's tendency to describe every single twitch of her characters' facial expressions."—LAistLAist: Book Review: Twilight (August 11, 2008)
- "Despite its length it is very readable, though it's all too easy to read a hundred pages, enjoy it, and then not be able to remember anything that actually happened. The vampires are not only presented sympathetically, but with their amazing superhero-ish powers, spectacular looks, and hipster style, they make vampirism seem like a sensible and appealing lifestyle choice -- though they would certainly fit in better in Soho than in Forks, WA. Still, it's mostly good fun, and passes the time pleasantly."—Common Sense MediaCommon Sense Media: Twilight: The Twilight Saga, Book 1
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Main Characters
- Isabella "Bella" Swan - lead female protagonist, teenage girl
- Edward Cullen - lead male protagonist, vampire
- Jacob Black - Quileut teenager, friend to Bella
- Charlie Swan - Bella's father, police chief of Forks, WA
- Carlisle Cullen - head of the Cullen family, ER doctor, vampire
- Esme Cullen - matriarch of the Cullen family, vampire
- Rosalie Hale - adopted daughter of the Cullen family, wife to Emmett, vampire
- Emmett Cullen - Adopted son of the Cullen family, husband to Rosalie, vampire
- Alice Cullen - adopted daughter of the Cullen family, wife to Jasper, vampire
- Jasper Hale - adopted son of the Cullen family, husband to Alice, vampire
- James - antagonist, tracker vampire
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Story Setting: Forks, WA
Forks, Washington is the main setting for the Twilight series. Founded in 1945, Forks is a real town in Clallam County, Washington, with a population of 3,120. It is known for its trout and salmon fishing, and its abonormally high amount of annual rainfall (the highest of any city in the nation). -
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Twilight Video - New Moon Movie Trailer (Official HD)
This is the official HD movie trailer for the 2nd movie in the Twilight saga, "New Moon". It is being released in U.S. theaters November 20, 2009. Watch this trailer not only to see the much-anticipated early Edward-Bella kiss, but also to see first look at Jacob Black transforming. The trailer is filled with a tender beginning, and ends on a suspenseful action scene, indicating very much what the feel of the movie is going to be like.
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Twilight Series of Books Plot Synopsis
TwilightBella Swan, a teenage brooding beauty, reluctantly moves to Forks, WA to live with her dad. In the rainy rural town of Forks she encounters a mysterious and handsome classmate named Edward Cullen and all of his adopted siblings. After a series of freak accidents and close calls Bella slowly discovers that Edward and his family are all vampires living among the normal world. These "vegetarian" vampires that only feed on animals, never people, greet Bella with mixed reception once it becomes clear that Edward and Bella are falling in love with each other. Tension in the book builds as the vampire family (during an evening of baseball during a thunderstorm) encounters some roaming vampires who become very interested in Bella's presence. One of the three newcomers in particular, named James, decides that Edward's protectiveness of Bella is a great challenge and he decides to hunt her as prey. With the help of the Cullens, Bella escapes to Phoenix where James is already waiting for her. He tricks her into meeting at a ballet studio where Bella is seriously wounded and nearly killed/turned into a vampire. Edward, assisted by his family, is able to arrive in time to save Bella and kill James. They all return to Forks happy and safe.
New Moon
After a scare at a birthday celebration for Bella, Edward and the rest of the Cullens decide that for Bella's own good they must pack up and leave town, never to return. Bella is stunned and broken hearted at the departure of Edward and becomes caught in a spiral of depression. The only comfort she finds is in her friendship with Jacob Black, who she discovers has become a werewolf along with most of the other men on his tribal reservation. Despite her burning love for Edward, Bella does find some romantic connection with Jacob, causing her much inner turmoil. When Victoria, the mate of Bella's deceased would-be assassin, James, comes hunting for Bella it is up to the Quileute werewolves to protect Bella. In the meantime Edward, after a major miscommunication, believes that Bella has been killed. In reaction, Edward heads to Volterra, Italy, the seat of world vampirism to be voluntarily assassinated. Bella learns of his plan and arrives in Volterra with Edward's sister, Alice Cullen, just in time to stop him. The ruling vampire coven of Volterra, the Volturi insist on an audience with the Cullens and Bella in which they allow them all to leave unscathed on the condition that Bella be turned into a vampire very soon. The Cullens agree to return to Forks so that Edward and Bella may be together again.
Eclipse
Victoria, the spurned vampire, is still on the loose and eager to avenge the death of her mate, James. As part of her plan she creates a group of newborn vampires to go after the Cullens and Bella. The newborn army is a terrible threat that requires natural enemies, the Cullen vampires and Quileute werewolves, to join forces. Together they defeat the army and kill Victoria. During the story the rivalry between Edward and Jacob grows to a fervor as they both compete for Bella's love. She ends up choosing to be with Edward, even reluctantly agreeing to marry him. This breaks Jacob's heart.
Breaking Dawn
Edward and Bella get married and find out during their honeymoon that Bella is pregnant. Her pregnancy, being of a supernatural nature, progresses quickly and endangers Bella's life. Some of Bella's loved ones encourage her to end the pregnancy, but Bella finds strength to keep going with the help of her new sister-in-law, Rosalie Cullen. During the birth of the baby Bella is so badly injured that she is quickly dying. According to her wishes, and as a last resort to save her from death, Edward transforms Bella into a vampire. Together, Edward, Bella, and their new daughter, Renesmee Cullen (a half-vampire, half-human) learn to live life as a family living on the Cullen property. The birth of Renesmee stirs up controversy in the vampire world, where immortal children are forbidden. Unable to convince the politically motivated Volturi council that Renesmee is not purely immortal (and therefore immune to such laws), the Cullens and other vampire friends have a tense showdown with the Volturi and their army of vampires. Bella learns that she has a shielding power of protection, and is able to buy time to convince the Volturi that Renesmee really is no threat. The standoff eventually ends peacefully and the Cullens are free to live a happy immortal life together.
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Official New Moon Movie Poster
In this poster for the 2009 movie, "New Moon", Edward Cullen is posed with his back to Bella Swan and Jacob Black, who are embraced in friendship.
New Moon is the second movie in the Twlight series, which features a growing tension and love triangle among Bella, Edward, and Jacob. The movie will feature not only the angst of the Edward and Bella relationship, but also a brand-new transformative side of Jacob not seen in the first movie.
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Twilight Inspirations and Themes
Twilight author Stephenie Meyer has said in interviews that she drew inspiration for each of her Twilight books from classical literature.Twilight - "Pride & Prejudice", in that Bella and Edward loosely resembled Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.
New Moon - "Romeo and Juliet", in that Bella and Edward nearly emulated the deaths of the famous lovers.
Eclipse - "Wuthering Heights"
Breaking Dawn - "A Midsummer Night's Dream"http://www.examiner.com/x-11613-Books-on-Film-Examiner~y2009m5d24-Stephenie-Meyers-classical-inspirations-for-Twilight-saga
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Stephenie Meyer Talks About Twilight, New Moon, and Eclipse
Twilight author Stephenie Meyer talks about her original inspiration and vision for Twilight, which originally came from a dream. She details the process of drawing out the characters and the personal suspense she felt for the characters and the story during the time she was writing. Watch to hear her discuss the process of how she got Twilight published.
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Edward & Bella Barbie Dolls
Toy maker Mattel is releasing a line of two Twilight Barbie Dolls. Edward Cullen and Bella Swan are carefully recreated in these action figures that feature clothing from the original Twilight movie. The dolls will be available for sale beginning November 1, 2009 at Toys R Us, Walmart, and barbiecollector.com. The Edwards doll is supposed to come with shimmering skin and piercing gold-colored eyes. The price for each of the dolls is listed as $25.
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Twilight-Themed Motel Room
This image is taken from a real motel room at the Pacific Inn Motel in Forks, WA - the setting of the Twilight books. In addition to the vampire-themed accommodations, the Forks Pacific Inn Motel boasts a Bella Burger and Twilight Sandwich, and local tourist attractions including Bella's red truck, and Dr. Cullen's parking space at the local hospital.
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Questions and Answers About Twilight | View All | Ask a Question
View All Twilight Questions (133) | Ask a QuestionWhy does everyone love twilight ? (1 Answer)Everyone is drawn in by the mystery of Edward and the romance between Edward and Bella. It is a good romantic love story with tension and conflict. The teenagers are ... read moreWhat is the deal with the leaked Twilight book? Was it 20 pages or 20 chapters.... (1 Answer)The leaked manuscript was a partial draft, and approximately 264 pages long. You can find some great information on the Mahalo page about it: Midnight Sun. read moreOpen Thread: The Official Twilight Convention (1 Answer)For sure there would be lots of girls and moms in there! But oh, I read from the mahalo page that Kellan Lutz and Ashley Greene will be there? Is ... read more
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@shockkwave yes, yes he is. one of my friends hates twilight so i was sending him the links to all the videos that make fun of twilight. XDD
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@wonderwhygal why the hell I didn't think BATS for vampire fangirl (for others-Skelanimals, NOT Twilight) in the first place?
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@metroid0714 Ive thrown rants about how things like Twilight and Disney Channel are responsible for the downfall of the Western Civilization
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@cleolinda No! What?? Gardasil is targeting TWILIGHT FANS??
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Camdyn thought JEdward was Jacob and Edward from Twilight........hahahahahaha
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Twilight Interview with Robert Pattinson
Robert Pattinson talks about all of the wire work he did for the many tree-climbing scenes in the "Twilight" movie, what it was like to perform the big fight scene on the first day of filming, and the tension of the big first kiss between Edward and Bella. Rob also describes how unfamiliar he was with the book series until fan obsession began to build before the release of the first film. -
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The Men of Twilight Pose for a Photo Shoot
The men of Twilight: Robert Pattinson (Edward Cullen) Kellan Lutz (Emmett Cullen), and Taylor Lautner pose for a photo shoot and describe in this video what their characters are like and where they draw their influences for their Twilight roles. The video is mostly a nice piece of eye candy for the female fans who love the see the men of Twilight flashing charming grins at the camera. -
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Trailer for Original Twilight Movie
See the original movie trailer that started the whole movie phenomenon. This trailer reveals Bella's discovery of Edward's true identity along with the growing dangers that have arrived in Forks. We see glimpses of Edward and Bella's blossoming romance, along with scenes from the famous fight scene that concludes the story.
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"Softly he brushed my cheek, then held my face between his marble hands. Be very still, he whispered, as if I wasnt already frozen. Slowly, never moving his eyes from mine, he leaned toward me. Then abruptly, but very gently, he r...
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Twilight Soundtrack - $18.98
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