Breaking Dawn (Twilight Saga) [Hardcover]

 

 

Create your own review

Well, Stephenie Meyer has done it again. I loved this novel just as much as the first three. Let's face it, most of her books are fairly predictable; however, she has a talent of making the predictable happen in unexpected ways. This is exactly what happens in Breaking Dawn. Well done Stephenie. Like her other novels, this took me less than 24 hours to read.

The biggest critique I have is one that many have mentioned before, I am bothered by the amount of whining and seemingly ungrateful attitude Bella has most of the time but I have realized this is just her personality. In the 4th book the whining does get less frequent about half way through the novel. Anyway happy reading to those who have yet to indulge in the final book of this saga.

I have loved all the books. I grew very attached to the characters. These books, however, are all fairly predictable. For example in book 1, you knew Edward was going to save Bella from James but you didn't know how. Book 2-You knew Edward had to come back and you knew he wasn't going to die, but you didn't know how it would work out. Book 3-You knew she was going to pick Edward over Jacob but you didn't realize the extent of her feelings. And you knew they would defeat the newborns, but you didn't know the cost of that fight. Book 4-You knew Bella and Edward were going to live happily ever after, but not how this would happen. This is where Stephenie Meyer, in my opinion, shines. The books are fairly predictable BUT she makes the predictable happen in unexpected ways. That takes talent.

1-I loved the first part of the book (although Bella's constant whining about the wedding preparations got annoying. You know you have to wear a white dress so get over it!) I loved the honeymoon scenes. I have heard several complaints that books 3 and 4 were too sexual. Here is my comparison: They are like the Harry Potter Books, each one gets a little darker and directed at a slightly older audience. Meyer's books are no different. I also think her love scenes were very tastefully done, nothing to descriptive, leaving plenty for the imagination if one wants to dwell on it or, if one doesn't, you can read it w/out having to read descriptions. It was great for both sides. I think she played the sex card very well and very tactful.

2-The pregnancy totally threw me. I wasn't expecting this at all. I love how Edward reacted. It was perfect for him to be more concerned about Bella than his child as well as to go into vampire shock. That is just who Edward is. Bella's reaction surprised me though. I guess those maternal instincts kicked in. I was just expecting more of a "Holy crap I am 18 and pregnant" reaction. By the way I loved the whole "Why am I covered in feather's scene?"

3-The book 2 part of Breaking Dawn took a while to get into. I wasn't expecting to jump into Jacob's perspective. But, after I got used to it, I loved the change of pace with how he talks and views things. I loved his chapter headings as well--they were funny. I liked seeing her pregnancy through his eyes. Through Bella's it would have been the same emotions over and over, whereas, with Jacob, we got to experience several different emotional facets.

4-The pack splitting up. Although this was a side story, it threw me but I liked how it ended up. Jacob always needed to be the Alpha. I was glad to see him step up to the plate.

5-The birth was really well done. I liked that it wasn't a perfect delivery, although the earlier chapters strongly alluded to the fact that it would not be easy. The reason I loved this so much is because, in all the other books, Edward didn't want to change Bella because he didn't want to end her life. Well, he didn't have to end her life, he saved it. I thought this was perfect. I do wish that Bella had screamed more during the transformation, not because I want her to be in pain, just because it would have been more realistic. I was also surprised that the baby was a girl...I was expecting a boy. The name is weird but fitting. I am slightly bothered that Renesmee is advancing so quickly. I thought the books have had a great balance between fantasy and romance. Nessie developing so quickly kicks the fantasy notch up a bit and I didn't love that.

6-Charlie's reactions to everything were weird. He was just too calm for Charlie, it was out of character. Maybe he did this because Bella is now married and he no longer has stewardship over her but I still think he should have reacted differently.

7-It bothered me that Bella seemed to have perfect control over her thirst, again, I didn't want to see her slaughter the town, but I wish Meyer had made that first scene with Charlie (after her change) be more tempting. Like maybe have to have Bella leave for an hour because she wants to drink Charlie's blood so badly or something. Meyer just made it too easy. There was the pain in the throat but it should have been more than that especially since the other books had given us a certain buildup of newborn life. On the other hand, if Bella had gone AWOL with blood drinking, it would have not fit either. It is a fine line and I think Meyer erred on the side of caution.

8-Jacob imprinting on Renesmee. Weird but fitting. Jacob can't have Bella but he has the next best thing and now Jacob and Bella's relationship can finally be what I always wanted it to be. Maybe this part will bother those fans rooting for Jacob, but I have always been an Edward girl at heart and this was a nice touch. It makes sense in an odd sort of way.

9-The fight scene was suspenseful. I honestly didn't know how it would play out. Obviously I didn't think Bella or Edward would die but I didn't know about anyone else. Also, when Alice and Jasper ran away I figured they were trying to help but I didn't know how. I figured she was putting her love for Jasper over that of her family, which, considering they are married, makes sense. I liked this twist and I LOVED how it came together at the end when Alice brought the evidence back. I think I would have liked a little more fighting, like with the newborns in book 3, but this works too. The fact that none of the Volturi were killed leaves things open for another book possibly through Renesmee's eyes. I think that would be fantastic! We would still get to "see" Edward and Bella again, but we would also get to know Nessie better.

10-Bella's power. I really think it is a great power and perfect for her. She has always felt like she was the burden, she couldn't protect herself or anyone else, well now she can. I loved it.

11-I am torn on this next comment. I feel like Bella just gets everything handed to her in this book. There wasn't quite the emotional pull in this book as in the others, or rather it is different. I am sure in book 2 when Edward left, all our hearts sunk. It was really an emotional experience. I think, in order to write really believable characters, you have to have these types of pain. This didn't happen as strongly in Book 4. I think there needed to be more loss, or at least more struggles. Make her thirst more powerful or have (the thought is scary) but have someone die. Or have her make some type of choice. I feel like Meyer did hand Bella too much without the struggles.

12-This next point is such a minor detail, I shouldn't even mention it but during Bella's first hunt, she is originally hunting elk and she finds a nice big buck (before she catches the hunter's scent). My problem is that male elk are not called bucks, they are called bulls. Male deer are bucks. I know it is trivial but it bugged me a bit because it seems an error like that could have been caught by the numerous editing processes. Oh well, its so trivial.

So to gather all my thoughts, I really loved the book. I liked the elements of surprise. I love how Meyer makes the predictable happen in unexpected ways. I like how she tied all the loose ends up and made it a happily ever after but still left the story line open to new adventures with new characters. I love that Jacob is finally happy, even if his imprinting was a bit strange. The twists were great and made the book a page turner. Are there things I think she could have done better, well sure, but that comes with any book. Overall, she did a great job and I am sad to see the saga end. Now I am anticipating Midnight Sun. There won't be anything new because we all know what happens, but it will be interesting to read it through Edward's eyes. Stephenie Meyer has a rough draft of chapter 1 on her website. Check it out, it will be good.

For now, in my head, I will imagine the Cullen family living happily in Forks. I am assuming they will have to leave soon because of their lack of aging, but I'd like to think their travels will always bring them home. Well done Stephenie for a great series.

OKay, so I am 27 years old and was an original "I am not bothered about some tortured teenage romance story! I am a Grown Up!"....but once I read Twilight I was hooked. I have now read all 4 of the series and Breaking Dawn was the best. In Eclipse we left off with Bella & Edward arranging their Marriage (well, Alice was) and were looking forward to seeing them live Happily ever after....Forever. Simple....or so we thought. The book is split into 3 parts, first Bella's story, then Jacob's, then back to Bella. There is a huge reason for this and I don't want to spoil too much but anyone who has read Eclipse probably already has an idea about why this is the case. It's a great twist! I expected (there's a clue) the first part of the plot but the second hit me like a juggernaut!! It was sensational...and also made complete sense...why did I not see it before!!! I couldn't put this down! This book also reveals the extent of Bella's strength as a Human and more and how her and Edward were meant to be more than ever. To say I am nearly 30 years old has me slightly ashamed of how passionate I am about this "teenage" series but then I thought what the heck! It's an old fashioned love story with a new modern edge...a Romeo & Juliet with Vampires & Werewolves instead of Motagues & Capulets. For anyone who is still not sure about the whole series I urge you to continue until you have reached the end of the Twilight Journey....it's one you won't want to miss!

This is a film tie-in re-release of the Breaking Dawn novella with a cover featuring still photograph from Breaking Dawn: Part 1 film. Since Twilight, New Moon and Eclipse were also re-released with the corresponding films pictures, it's great that the same has been done with Breaking Dawn to complete the collection.

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review

› See all 1,020 customer reviews on Amazon.co.uk

 

5.0 out of 5 stars breaking dawn
i love this book, it is my fav book
but if you haven't read twilight, new moon and eclipse then you have to read those 1st. Read more

Published 2 days ago by Bookish

5.0 out of 5 stars dawn finally breaks
A brilliant finale to an enthralling saga. I really enjoyed sharing the journey of each character and felt satisfied with their demise as their destinies unfolded. Read more

Published 6 days ago by suemg

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent end to this fabulous era
I was not always a Twilight fan but it grew on me so I decided to give the books a chance. I found myself addicted and ready to continue on to the next story. Read more

Published 13 days ago by Ande

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!!!!
I have read this book at least 5 times since I bought it, its def my favourite of the Twilight Saga. A must read again and again

Published 18 days ago by Mummylulu

5.0 out of 5 stars great reading
i really enjoyed this book, a new reader to the twilight saga i wasn't sure what 2 expect, looking forward to recieving my breaking dawn dvd in march. Read more

Published 19 days ago by donatella

5.0 out of 5 stars i love it
i love the fact that they bhad a baby, made love and lived together, but i think that jacob should have left them forever live their lives, without falling in love nor with bella... Read more

Published 19 days ago by VISU

5.0 out of 5 stars Breaking Dawn
This book was just as gripping as the first two I read. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and am grateful that my grand daughter introduced them to me

Published 29 days ago by Mazda

5.0 out of 5 stars Great end to the series
Amazing end to the brilliant series of books. If you like the vampire and warewolfe things then you will love these books. This ones the last in the series.

Published 29 days ago by Person

2.0 out of 5 stars A bit disappointed
I was reasonably excited and hopeful for Breaking Dawn... I'll say it - I loved Twilight and wanted some more.... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Bonnie J

5.0 out of 5 stars Breaking Dawn
I thought the books was great but what really spoiled it for me was the vague descriptions of important parts, though you could argue this suggests that the reader must use their... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Miss R. Sims

Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

› See all 1,020 customer reviews on Amazon.co.uk

Search Listmania!