I know that everyone is crazy over this series of books but I wanted to add my reaction. I love these books, I didn't think I would I'll be honest. I thought especially during the first 50 pages that it was a silly little high school drama that happened to include vampires. Having grown up on a regular diet of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel I had my extreme doubts on whether an English major from BYU could create believable vampire lore especially a love story. I was wrong. Stephanie Meyers has been able to create a wonderfully intricate story that entwines the best of both genres, the fantasy and the romance.
What I love most is her treatment of forever. The author is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, as I am. In our faith we tend to think of love and relationships in the scope of eternity more often than your average person. That is why I love these books. It isn't preachy, it isn't judgemental, there are subtle mention of having a sinful nature and still doing all that you can to be righteous. I admire Edward for his intention of doing everything right, of wanting to marry her before sealing her "fate." I love how they both recognize that what they have is forever. It makes for refreshing and uplifting reading.
I add my humble kudos for Stephanie Meyers. She has been able to prove herself as a writer who recognizes the goodness that mankind has, that is truly refreshing. These are books that I will read over and over.
I want to express my knowledge of the eternity. A little out of place I know, but as I grow I redefine my priorities and lately I have been impressed with the closeness of eternity. The mystical, spiritual feeling that there's more to life than meets the eye. I love my life, I love my husband and I am truly glad for the Atonement. Without it I would have no hope.
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