The Twilight

I was first adamant to join the Harry Potter bandwagon years ago that it took years before I finally gave in and read the series. It was out of curiosity that prompted me to read it, given all the hype and craze it caused. I would like to think I'm a voracious reader, but to pass up this series, when it was considered one of the best books of the century must be wrong. I had to submit and experience it.

So when my sister came home with these books, with her unusual shouting and giggling, I was again intrigued. She told me not to expect too much (i over-criticize details when i read) and just enjoy it.

Just by looking at the font size, I know this is a book for the High School Musical crowd. The fact that this would be about vampires and young love even made me think twice. But I admit I was intrigued (again), after my sister's unusual reactions and change in her usual routine, I decided I'm in.

The story is about Bella Swan who meets Edward Cullen who appears very intriguing, and well handsome. After he saves her from an accident, she eventually finds out he's a vampire and they fell in love.

At first I was annoyed, at how everything seems "given", Edward as the vampire (odd one who has ivory-colored skin, dark under eyes and refuses to eat during lunch) and how everyone at Forks seem oblivious to the fact that the Cullens might be vampires (except the Blacks), which I think is a very unusual reaction, thinking that there were already legends and gossip around. But as the novel unfolds, the more it becomes interesting and intelligent, with its witty and humorous dialogue, pacing, action,suspense and of course the romance.

More than just a love story, it's also about life, hope, trust, decision-making, and faith. Though I doubt if it will gain the same following as Harry Potter (HP enjoyed the readership of both male, female, young and old), I hope people will look beyond the young-love angle because its really a good read.

The Twilight is a definite page-turner, a perfect light read. No doubt it has received accolades from the NY Times.

Now I can't wait to see the movie, heard Cedric Diggory of HP got the role and Kristen Stewart (Teen Vogue cover girl)! Imagine, it has been rumored that the playdate of HP 7 was moved to a later date so it won't coincide with Twilight's showing, talk about a threat?

Funny fact: The Philippines' Danang (Filipino version of vampire) was mentioned on the earlier part. Talk about Filipino pride, haha.

I'm now on the second book, New Moon and loving it...

" Twilight again, he murmured. Another ending . No matter how perfect the day is, it always has to end".

The Twilight by Stephenie Meyer