My Book Synopsis for...
Twilight

Title: Twilight

Author: Stephenie Meyer

Publication date: September 2005

Page count: 498

Type: Fiction

Started on: The end of September (not quite sure the official date) (sorry about that)

Finished on: Once again (sorry but i forgot to record that!!!)

My grade: A+

1. Why did I decide to read this book?

The question should be, "Why didn't I decide to read this book?" Okay, well, at lunch Halea had this book with her to give back to Katie because she was done with it. Katie didn't have any room for it so I told her I would keep it for her until fourth block. Well, I started reading it in Driver's Ed and immediately it caught my undivided attention. It was almost like Harry Potter, a book you couldn't dream of shutting. When fourth block came Katie was ready for her book, but she noticed that I was reading it. "Is it good?" she asked me. "Yes, I love it already!" I said enthusiastically. She let me borrow it, and I'm glad she did because I think she got me into a new set of books aside from Harry Potter. Thanks Katie!

2. Plot summary (avoiding major spoilers when possible):


The story begins with a teenage girl named Bella who decides to live with her lonesome father in Forks. She does this because she doesn't want to really hold her mother and her new husband Phil down. When Bella first gets there, the locals practically isolate, and they stare at her a lot too. Not to mention, the guys seem to stare with strange curiosity. Even she caught a lot of guys' attention, a certain teenage boy has her attention- Edward Cullen. There's something strange about that family, but she just can't put her finger on it. Why do they miss school so much for a long time? Especially when it's sunny. Why did Edward skip class when they were doing a lab that required taking some blood? When she goes to La Push, she sees an old friend- Jacob Black. He warns her about a legend his father believed to be true. One about the wolves and the blood suckers. However, she makes a new friend named Jessica, and after they become friends, others practically line up wanting to be friends with her. Finally, Edward warms up to her, and eventually things change a lot. Edward confesses his secret to Bella- he's a vampire. That's not the only problem. A misunderstanding leads her into deep trouble with a tracker. This vampire wants her and he won't take no for an answer. Now everyone she loves is at stake. Now she'll find out if Edward's love is really worth the pricey cost.



3. What is the setting, and why is it important to the novel?

The setting of this story takes place in Forks, Washington. It is a very important setting because it is damp, dark, dreary, it has plenty of forests, and it's population is low. All those qualities are important for a vampire. You see, when they go out in the sunlight, the tend to shimmer (if you want more details read the book!). I know you're probably thinking, "So! What difference does that make?" Well, it does make a lot of a difference. It's difficult to explain too, but let's just say that it's almost completely obvious that they don't look human at all in the sunlight. Also they have perfect hide outs and hunting grounds provided by the forest. It also gives the vampires the opportunity to live a "somewhat" human life in an environment that isn't overly crouded.

4.Who are the main characters, and what roles do they play in the novel?

The main characters are Bella Swan, Charlie Swan, Renee and James, The Cullen Family, Jessica, and Mike. Bella plays the main character because the whole book is pretty much about her. Her character plays the "new kid on the block" and falls in love with the dreamy "everyday" Romeo. The Cullen Family plays the role of Bella's "family" because they have warmed up to her so much that they treat her like family. Edward Cullen plays the role of her romantic yet dangerous boyfriend. Renee is Bella's mother, who's constantly nagging her to e-mail her about her life in Forks, and Phil is herBella's stepdad who gives her a Linkin Park CD. Charlie is Bella's real dad who she goes to live with, and he is Chief Police in Forks. Jessica is practically the first friend Bella makes, and she introduces her to her other friends such as Mike. Mike is not only one of Bella's friends, but he is also a guy who finds that he really likes her too.

5. What is/are the main conflict(s) in the novel?

The main conflicts in the novel are whether Bella and Edward will be together because he does not want to kill her. The other conflict is between Edward and James, and Bella and James. Bella has a conflict with James because he wants to kill her, and he's practically threatening her by "using" her family. Edward and James have a conflict because whenever somebody puts Bella, the love of his life, in danger, then he feels as he he must destroy them. The last conflict is whether Bella should stay in Forks or not. I'd give you more details, but that would spoil the book.

6. Describe the climax of the novel.

When it is known that the trackers are near, Bella goes into hiding. Later, though she receives a call from the head hunter-James. He is the one who wanted her, or at least to drink her blood. He lures her into a trap, her old dance studio. James tricks her into thinking that he's got her mother with him, but it turns out it was just a home video of her mother. Renee was still in Florida safe. Finally, she realizes that there is no way out until the Cullens arrive, but are they too late?

7. What is the significance of the book's title? Is the title appropriate, or would I change it to something else?

The significance of the book title is it's the one time that Edward is most likely not hunting. The time that the two can be together when he's not thirsty. I believe that the title is most definetely appropriate for this book. I wouldn't even dream of changing a title such as "Twilight". For some reason, it seems catchy, but I can't explain why. Probably because it is unique and creative.

8. What is my opinion about this book? Why (give specifics)?

I believe that this book is just amazing because of the suspence, drama, and love. When the hunters came in this book, I could barely put it down. Whenever it was time to put our books away or the bell rang, I didn't want to put it down. I just wanted to refuse because it was just that good! It seemed as if everytime while I was in the middle of reading it, it was okay, but when I left off, it was at a suspensful part. Just my luck, huh? The love between Bella and Edward was just wonderful to read. When I read the part about her visiting him at his house, I couldn't help myself from just reading some parts over and "aww"ing.