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Midnight Sun

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It's here! 1 bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly anticipated companion: the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from the vampire's point of view. When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella's side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward's version in the long-awaited companion novel, Midnight Sun. This unforgettable tale as told through Edward's eyes takes on a new and decidedly dark twist. Meeting Bella is both the most unnerving and intriguing event he has experienced in all his years as a vampire. As we learn more fascinating details about Edward's past and the complexity of his inner thoughts, we understand why this is the defining struggle of his life. How can he justify following his heart if it means leading Bella into danger? In Midnight Sun, Stephenie Meyer transports us back to a world that has captivated millions of readers and brings us an epic novel about the profound pleasures and devastating consequences of immortal love. "People do not want to just read Meyer's books; they want to climb inside them and live there." -- Time "A literary phenomenon." -- The New York Times Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; First Edition (August 4, 2020)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 672 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 031670704X


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 46


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up


Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ HL690L


Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 and up


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.06 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.6 x 2.45 x 9.35 inches


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    • Loved the films, love the books
I have watched the Twilight films many times because it's a great story and the actor casting is perfect. I have hardcopies of all the books and will read them all again as they 'fill out' the films that are limited by time. And vice versa. Once you have watched the films you can picture what's happening while you read. I wasn't sure I would like Midnight Sun, being Edward's point of view. I did. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2024 by Newbury Lady
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Midnight Sun is a great book. It is recommended to read. Love it.
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024 by Traci
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Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2024 by Amazon Customer
    • Disappointed that it's over...
I originally read Midnight Sun at work in a cubicle after downloading the draft Stephanie Meyer posted on her website when a copy of it had been leaked. I finished it in one sitting and I enjoyed it very much. As things tend to go, this is not much like the draft. I've read Stephanie Meyer's entire bibliography. I'm a fan. I try not to be biased, but I am. My favorite of her work is The Host and my least favorite is the Chemist. A lot of me wants to be defensive about the negative reviews and shame them, but that wouldn't be constructive or a good review. Midnight Sun is a large book. It took longer to read than the original Twilight and much longer than the draft. The paragraph structure is larger as well. But, in typical Stephanie Meyer style, it's very easy to read. She throws in some thesaurus words this time, but it's not frequent enough to derail the ease of reading. It feels to me that if this were to go through one more edit to reduce the size by even 1 or 2 more percent it'd be perfect, but I'm not mad it didn't happen. I enjoyed the longer book and time in this fictional story and did not want it to end. There was one paragraph that was difficult to read and it seems like it should have been picked up by the editor. There was also a sentence with the "He He" pronouns next to each other that should have been caught. No big deal though. Stephanie Meyer brings in some of her action chops she developed with the Chemist and there are a few detailed action scenes. She goes into a lot of detail and they are very fun in how outrageous they are. If I did have complaints about the book it would be that from when James begins the hunt to the epilogue feels rushed. This is where the small editing errors are and there's even a weird new thing with Jasper that feels out of place and shoe horned in. If I were to edit the story I would remove that new Jasper thing. What Stephanie Meyer does well is she addresses a lot of the plot holes, elaborates, and is consistent with the new perspective. For example, one of the things that I found brilliant was the new answers to questions when Bella and Edward get to know each other. If it were Bella she'd have not felt her answers were important, but with Edward her answers are given instead of just saying that he asked her questions about things. I'm explaining it poorly, but I thought the way it was done was great. Alice's huge plot whole of an ability is explained very well and in detail. There were no unanswered questions for me after reading Midnight Sun. It completes the Twilight story. A new reader could read Midnight Sun and skip Twilight, but they may be disappointed to go read Twilight after Midnight Sun and it would be a big shift going into New Moon from Midnight Sun. You'd probably have more sympathy for Jacob in New Moon. I recommend this book if you liked the series. Sometimes it's popular to hate on the popular, but this is a good romance and people do act this way even if it's not the ideal you have in your head. Love makes you break the rules and be stupid. I bought the Hardcover edition. It came scuffed a bit on the sleeve, but the binding held up well to my first read and the pages/ink were pretty good. Not thick quality stuff, though. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2020 by Ray Reed
    • Experience Edward's Perspective in Midnight Sun
In Midnight Sun, Stephenie Meyer presents a long-anticipated retelling of the beloved Twilight saga, this time through the eyes of Edward Cullen. Fans of the original series can now immerse themselves in Edward's thoughts and feelings as he navigates the complexities of his intense connection with Bella Swan. This companion novel not only revisits their iconic love story but also adds depth and nuance to the characters and plot that readers have come to adore. As Edward grapples with his instincts as a vampire and the desire to protect Bella, the narrative takes on a darker tone, exploring the inner turmoil that defines his existence. Through Edward's perspective, readers uncover details about his past, his struggles, and the conflicting emotions that arise from wanting to follow his heart while keeping Bella safe from potential dangers. Midnight Sun invites readers back into a world rich with passion, danger, and the challenges of immortal love. Meyer's vivid storytelling and Edward's complex character bring new life to the narrative, making this book a must-read for fans eager to experience the Twilight saga from a fresh and intriguing angle. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024 by MommaLayne
    • An Entertaining Read if You Enjoyed the Other Books
What's different: Midnight Sun is the story of Twilight from Edward's perspective. This leads to an entirely different reading experience, and not just because the author, and likely audience, have aged since the first book. Edward's perspective is entirely different in style and tone from Bella's. Edward is a 100+ year old vampire who can read minds, and is constantly trying not to kill the humans around him. These facts lead to a character who overthinks everything and has a self-loathing complex that is unrivaled in modern YA literature (and that's saying something). The result is an introspective, wordy book that frequently shifts between timelines, past, present, and potential futures. The entire book (specifically the romance) has a feeling of inevitability about it, though I'm still not sure if this feeling is a result of my prior knowledge, or Meyer's character set-up. What I liked: I thoroughly enjoyed the family dynamic of the Cullens. In Midnight Sun we see Edward's brotherly friendship with Emmett, his perfect sync with Alice around their gifts, and Rosalie's cool distance from her brother. We also get to see more of Carlisle in his role as father of the family, we get to see why Esme is treated with such respect and love, and we get to see Jasper for the frightening character he is, while also seeing the depth of his relationship with Alice. I also enjoyed the feeling of inevitability in the romance. The way Meyer sets up Bella as the one person in Edward's life who subverts all of his expectations may feel forced, but the reader can truly understand why someone who has lived such a lifestyle for decades would suddenly find himself drawn to someone who breaks from the mold. Edward's feelings follow a logical transition from hate to interest to love in Meyer's writing. This all makes the star-crossed lovers trope even more cheesy and angsty, but what is Twilight without cheese and angst? Stephanie Meyer did a fantastic job characterizing Edward. You really feel (especially in the beginning of the book) that he has been dealing with monotony for decades and expects much the same in his future. The writing style is entirely different as omniscient Edward is constantly aware of everything around him, including the thoughts and intentions of the other characters. Knowing what every character wants and what they really mean when they speak creates such a unique experience as a reader that I feel more in tune with the characters than ever. What I didn't like: The aforementioned omniscience leads to a lack of interpersonal tension among most of the characters and Edward. Edward knows just what to say, just how to act, and just what everyone really wants, so there is only nominal tension regarding Edward's decisions and interactions. I also struggled at some points as dialogue was secondary to introspection and flashbacks in this book. I acknowledge that Meyer was somewhat limited by the dialogue from the first book (though she did add in a bit), but the sheer wordiness was at times daunting as I found myself glazing over a paragraph or two of Edward's self loathing more than once. Additional comments: In the light of 2020, with the focus these last few years on the importance of things like respecting people's distance and the need for consent among partners, there are many problematic things Edward does in Twilight (specifically being in Bella's room while she is asleep) that stand out more in this version of the story. Meyer tries to show Edward's intentions behind his actions, makes it clear that he recognizes his actions as wrong, and shows how he feels compelled to act in the way he does. The attempt to make what is essentially breaking and entering and stalking feel less creepy than it is kind of(?) succeeds? Readers will either acknowledge it as weird and move on, or will be thoroughly turned off from the characters based on said actions. What makes the problematic actions more palatable is the knowledge of not only Edward's intentions and the final result of the romance, but also Edward's later admission of his actions to Bella, who does not have a problem with said actions. The attempt by Meyer to retroactively establish Bella's consent feels a little forced, though this version of Edward does explicitly recognize the need for it. It will be up to the reader though to decide whether they excuse/forgive Edward's actions. I do not recommend this for your first Twilight series book. A reader could find themselves at varying points confused, bored, or disinterested if they didn't have the background knowledge the other books provide. Teenage years are fraught with all-encompassing emotions and thoughts, so readers may forgive the more over-the-top moments in the book, and the borderline obsessive behavior of the characters. Ultimately: I really enjoyed Midnight Sun. The dynamic of the Cullen family makes it more than worth the read for long-time fans, and seeing events from Edward's perspective is very entertaining. Edward can be a bit wordy and introspective, but you can see where those character traits come from. The long lapses of thoughts also make the dialogue that much more significant, and indeed the cheesy, romantic moments feel much more intense when you add in the fact that Edward is trying not to kill Bella. TL;DR: Recommended for fans of the series to see the Cullens' relationships, Edward's perspective, and the sheer fun of an easy read. Beware of wordiness and teenage angst. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2020 by Daniel

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