Sunday, November 18, 2007

Of Friends and Folly


New Moon completely changes the tone of the series so far.

In Twilight, Bella and Edward's love for each other set a joyful mood, although sometimes it hinted at impending danger because of Jacob's infatuation for Bella.

Now, in New Moon, everything is dark and menacing. Edward is gone, and for Bella, the world is empty. Jacob is left like a lantern in the thick night. However even Jacob's light is tainted- he hints at the power of Sam Uley's cult and is afraid that he will be their next victim. So while reading the book, the reader is left with a sense of hopelessness.

We can only guess what will happen next... how much longer will Bella be able to survive when everything that she loves is crumbling to the ground?

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