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A review by talknerdybookblog
Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I was expecting to enjoy Midnight Sun mostly for nostalgic reasons. Because the book is Twilight, just written from Edward’s perspective, I knew there would have to be duplicated dialogue. And it’s not like I haven’t read Twilight recently (see my opinion piece)—I read it in March/April, so the book is still very present in my mind.
But, Edward’s history as a vampire, his relationships with his family and how he interacts with the modern world were so compelling. I LOVED seeing the Cullen family from Edward’s POV and understanding them as nuanced people instead of cold vampires. I always felt that the otherness of vampirism created a wall between Bella and her connection to the Cullens (until the last book). In Midnight Sun, that wall is gone, and because of Edward’s telepathy, we get an even more intimate look at each of his siblings and parents.
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Safety Rating: Safe with Exceptions
• No cheating
• Does have OM drama
- The Heroine is the new girl in a small town so 3 OM attempt to date her; she turns them all down
• Does have OW drama (kinda)
- Tanya has been into Edward for a long while but sees him more as a conquest rather than someone to love. Edward is friends with her but otherwise is not interested.
- Rosalie is simply offended Edward wasn’t remotely interested in her.
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away
• Does have a separation between the Hero and Heroine
Possible Triggers: Yes
• Planning of murder
• Murder
• Death
• Discussion of rape
• Allusions to pedophilia
• Torture
Ending:HFN... but very much so doomed. Edward is thinking of when to leave Bella (and he’s certain he will leave her).
But, Edward’s history as a vampire, his relationships with his family and how he interacts with the modern world were so compelling. I LOVED seeing the Cullen family from Edward’s POV and understanding them as nuanced people instead of cold vampires. I always felt that the otherness of vampirism created a wall between Bella and her connection to the Cullens (until the last book). In Midnight Sun, that wall is gone, and because of Edward’s telepathy, we get an even more intimate look at each of his siblings and parents.
Read my full review on my blog:
Talk Nerdy Book Blog | Midnight Sun Review
Follow Me
Blog • Instagram • Goodreads • Facebook • BlogLovin'
Safety Rating: Safe with Exceptions
• No cheating
• Does have OM drama
- The Heroine is the new girl in a small town so 3 OM attempt to date her; she turns them all down
• Does have OW drama (kinda)
- Tanya has been into Edward for a long while but sees him more as a conquest rather than someone to love. Edward is friends with her but otherwise is not interested.
- Rosalie is simply offended Edward wasn’t remotely interested in her.
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away
• Does have a separation between the Hero and Heroine
Possible Triggers: Yes
• Planning of murder
• Murder
• Death
• Discussion of rape
• Allusions to pedophilia
• Torture
Ending: