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message 51: by Kaitlyn (new)

Kaitlyn  Fajilan Awesome review. Whenever I was reading this book in public, I always had to make sure the cover was hidden from sight :) On the day the film came out, I took a bus downtown by myself to see it at the theaters (I didn't want any of my friends to get the wrong idea). As I was waiting in line to purchase my ticket, a reporter from the city news press came up to me and asked, "So what is it you like about Twilight?" I told him I hated it, that it was insipid juvenile fiction, and that the only reason I was watching the movie was for Robert Pattinson. At this, his eyes grew round and he murmured "fascinating!" while scribbling frantically in his notepad.


message 52: by Em (new)

Em Wait, do you like the book or not?


message 53: by Kaitlyn (new)

Kaitlyn  Fajilan Not a big fan of the book, but I do have a weak spot for Robert Pattinson :)


message 54: by Em (new)

Em Well, alright. But why were you hiding it in your lap when you were around people you knew?


message 55: by Christina (new)

Christina I agree with you 100%!! I was going to write my own review until I saw yours. You said everything I was going to say, only I'm sure you said it better.

I, too, read all of the books, despite the fact that after the first one, I knew I would despise the rest just as much. The actual story could have been a good one. . .Its the actual WAY that its written that pains me so much. I believed you summed it up very nicely by saying- "In short: the writing mechanics are atrocious." A more honest statement could have never been made.

I actually cringed, gagged, and had to use brute force to make my way through those books. I have a theory about the people that adore them, but I won't post it here. Its not really mean, but I've realized that if you have any criticism whatsoever about this book or its fans, they will hunt you down and try to murder you.


message 56: by Em (new)

Em Hell yeah we will. Besides, WHY DO YOU PEOPLE CONTINUE TO READ THEM IF YOU DON'T LIKE THEM? They're obviously not going to seem any better to you, so why read them? Honestly, you people think you're soooo smart, nad then go read them just so you can say they're bad. Well, if they're "SO BAD" ,hears a thought.....DON'T READ THEM!!!! That's what most people do.


message 57: by Christina (new)

Christina Emma wrote: "Hell yeah we will. Besides, WHY DO YOU PEOPLE CONTINUE TO READ THEM IF YOU DON'T LIKE THEM? They're obviously not going to seem any better to you, so why read them? Honestly, you people think you'r..."

I can't speak for everyone, only myself. I continued reading them because I tried to give them a chance to redeem themselves. I think if you didn't like the first book in a series, yet didn't bother to read the rest, then you can't really form an opinion on them. I'm not one to go tossing my opinion around if its not something I can stand behind 100%.

No one here is being rude. We're criticizing. Its what this website is here for. If you don't like the criticism of this book, then don't read the reviews. There are books that I like that people don't like. That's fine. I don't get angry at people for sharing their thoughts on the matter.



message 58: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that there are those out there who see the books for what they are; garbage.

A note to those Twilight-Fans who've felt the need to make comments against us non-fans:

I get SO irritated when "Twilight lovers" get so irked when we "Twilight haters" rant about Twilight.

First of all, if you know going into comments/reviews that they express opinions that anger you, DON'T read them. I am a DIE-HARD fan of Sherrilyn Kenyon (she is the complete antithesis to Meyer. Her Dark-Hunter books kick butt), and as such, I never look up, check out, or read any reviews that criticize her books because I'm smart enough to know two things. 1- everyone's allowed to have an opinion, and I don't really have a right to knock said opinion. (Although it doesn't mean I'm not allowed to thereby express my own said opinion). 2- I KNOW it will make me mad to see someone bashing Kenyon (human nature, ladies and gentlemen), so as such I don't put myself in those environments where I'll feel compelled to argue against others.

My point is this- if you're a fan of Stephanie Meyer (and God help your literary mind if you are), then fine. Stick to your fan clubs and be content in your ignorance, and leave be those who actually have a brain and are in need of venting their disgust over the Twilight series as a whole. We're subject to being around an infinite number of Twilight fans, and as such, we NEED said places to vent.

~Jacqueline~


message 59: by Em (new)

Em Christina wrote: "Emma wrote: "Hell yeah we will. Besides, WHY DO YOU PEOPLE CONTINUE TO READ THEM IF YOU DON'T LIKE THEM? They're obviously not going to seem any better to you, so why read them? Honestly, you peopl..."

Well, thanks. That's very different than what SOME people do. Read them just so they can continue to complain. (hint hint.)


message 60: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that there are those out there who see the books for what th..."

Just because someone likes Twilight doesn't mean they're a moron. You shouldn't make steryotypical remarks like that. It just makes it easier for someone to comment back at you. Like me. And you're probably right. If you don't want to read bad things about the things that you love, you probably shouldn't read reviews that make you angry. But regardless of that, your comment about brains was really rude. I know I have a brain. I also know that I love Twilight. And I know that there are ohters who are like me in this way, so if you can't respect them, maybe you should keep your mouth shut on that subject.


message 61: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that there are those out there who see th..."

Easy, easy. I guess this is what happens when I don't realize how many comments got left on this thing.

In short: I don't hate Twilight fans. I just massively dislike Twilight. I'm not insulting anyone's intelligence because they like the books. I just... hate the book. Ranting and raving over it isn't going to change anything. I said what I thought and I don't need to apologize for it.

I don't know why Twilight fans toss around personal insults (not necessarily you guys, just a general statement) the minute someone dislikes their favorite book. Try to make your case, sure, but just calling somebody a big talentless stupidhead is like being on the playground in elementary school again. Doesn't make your case.


message 62: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "Christina wrote: "Emma wrote: "Hell yeah we will. Besides, WHY DO YOU PEOPLE CONTINUE TO READ THEM IF YOU DON'T LIKE THEM? They're obviously not going to seem any better to you, so why read them? H..."

"Hint, hint" nothing. I haven't touched another Stephenie Meyer book since I read this one. I explained earlier in the comments that it does get obnoxious when people encourage you to keep reading because it gets better (especially in Utah, where the books are so huge because Meyer is a Mormon success story). It would be nice to say "I did keep reading. It didn't get better." And if it does, I will be very pleasantly and happily surprised.


message 63: by Em (new)

Em If you read the rest of the series, and you don't like it, that's fine, but if you're just continuing to get better fuel against Twilight, that's where I have a problem.Oh, and you should probably never go to a vacation in Utah. Or Arizona. Or Forks.That probably wouldn't be good for anyone who doesn't like Twilight sanity. I also wouldn't read the rest of the series if you think Twilight was bad about the obsessiveness. But you might find solace in Jacob(yick.sorry.). I don't know. Some people have.


message 64: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "If you read the rest of the series, and you don't like it, that's fine, but if you're just continuing to get better fuel against Twilight, that's where I have a problem.Oh, and you should probably ..."

I live in Utah. Thanks for the advice, though. :)

Like I said, I plan (key word "plan", I am pretty sure it'll never go through) to read the rest of the series so I can either defend my opinion or admit that I've been wrong, and so people will no longer tell me "oh just keep reading! it really does get better!" So I can definitively say, you know, you were right! It did! or so I can say, yeah, you know? It didn't. Thanks though.

I do actually like Jacob okay, but I think that's because I'm not to the last book yet, where (from the summaries I read) I find his behavior kind of really creepy too. If I were forced in some bizarre Twilight-driven world to wear only "team so-and-so" t-shirts, mine would definitely read Team Jacob.


message 65: by Em (new)

Em Hehe. I'm Team Edward. ALL THE WAY. And I'm only slightly afraid of saying this on your review where a bunch of people who really dislike Twilight loudly voice their opinion. But only a little.


message 66: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "Hehe. I'm Team Edward. ALL THE WAY. And I'm only slightly afraid of saying this on your review where a bunch of people who really dislike Twilight loudly voice their opinion. But only a little."

Eh, whatever, they can sauce you if they want. Edward gives me the willies until I feel like my skin is going to peel off and crawl away on its own, but hey. Your kink's not my kink. :) You probably hated The Time Traveler's Wife and I'd have eighty million of Henry DeTamble's babies. Everybody's got their thing.


message 67: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that there are those out there who see th..."

Actually, Emma, I can make stereotypical comments like the ones noting the intelligence of Twilight fans for the simple fact that it's my opinion. I think you're completely stupid from a literary entertainment standpoint if you happen to like the plots (aka lack there of) and characters (I use that word loosely mind you) of the books.

Why? It's my opinion. I'm allowed to have an opinion. I'll state that opinion till the cows come home. I won't however go on a pro-twilight website or fan-site and blast that opinion all over said site. Because THAT'S rude. I know I'm in "ya'lls territory" and as such feel you have more than the right to express your pro-ignorance - once again- till the cows come home. And actually, when I come across your fellow stupid comrades in arms, I never EVER insult you Twi-tards. I complement you on taking the time to read a book and quickly change the subject. I realize that it's a fad, and I let it pass. However, when in the presence of a fellow hater, be it in my real life or in the cyber one, I let my opinions fly because that's called freedom of expression.

And I would like to point out that by agreeing with my argument about fans staying away from non-fan areas, then quickly diverting to bash my Twilight insults makes you look like an idiot. Thus proving my point. It's an opinion. Don't get so sensitive. If it offended you to know that I think that you're a blithering idiot for liking- or loving- the Twilight books, then what on earth were you doing in a non-twilight-fan-area to begin with? If you can't handle the heat, get out the kitchen. I think you're idiot. Get over it.

Also, just because you THINK you have a brain does not by any circumstance prove you do in fact have a brain. It all goes back to opinion. I think you're idiot. You don't. That's it. There's nothing past that. As such, since your not in your territory - like I said - you're opinion quickly means jack. So if you want to get petty about it, I win. You loose. Go home.

Another point- If you should so happen to think I would ever dare to respect the infinite love your Twi-tards have for these badly written, atrocious novels, think again. The only thing I respect about your literary mind in this department is the fact that you took time to read a book. A horrible book, mind you, but a book nonetheless. I respect that. And that's it.

One final point, dear, and that is this. The only person on this entire planet, and in the entire universe, who has any right or authority over me and my "mouth" happens to be my mother. (Who incidentally, ALSO hates this book with the 'passionate fire of a thousand suns.') So hon, just because you think your intelligent for liking this book series does not automatically mean I respect you. I'm sure you're a lovely person, full of insights and wonderful opinions. But I just so happen to think that, from a literary standpoint, your as ignorant as a bucket of mud.

~Jacqueline



message 68: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Hehe. I'm Team Edward. ALL THE WAY. And I'm only slightly afraid of saying this on your review where a bunch of people who really dislike Twilight loudly voice their opinion. But only a little."

*Rolls eyes and proceeds to set ablaze a copy of Twilight.*


message 69: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that there are those out the..."

What do you define as "no brain"?


message 70: by Angelina (new)

Angelina So I get your points of views and all, but really.... it brought in 780 million dollars in the box office and is honestly the best book I have EVER read


message 71: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. LOVE that ther..."

The expression "no brain(s)" has a lot of meanings in my book but specifically, in this instance, it relates to one issue. You are obviously head-over-heals in love with this pathetic piece of crap, despite numerous taboos that a good writer never breaks when creating a book. (Lack of a plot, no character personalities, painfully dull and spastic dialogue, ect.- not to mention all the socially wrong points in this book. Meyer has exposed young, impressionable girls to the idea a "good guy" is one who obsesses, dominates, and border-line abuses them and that when you find said guy you should have no life whatsoever, to revolve your entire world around him and him alone.)

So to sum it up, if a person can read this joke of a series and walk a fan, they simply have "no brains." They cannot see what is right in front of them, and understand that not only does this book suck from a literary standpoint, it is a determent to society as well.

~Jacqueline


message 72: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had over this series. L..."

I do agree with you at parts, but I do like this series; sure it isn't the best writing ever,(yeah,yeah, I know, it's awful) but somehow I like this story inspite of it's flaws. Nothing's perfect. And while I can recoginize these flaws on my own, thank you very much, I still like this series. I AM A FAN. AND PROUD. And please stop saying I have no brain, it's really starting to get me down. And freak the crap out of me. Especially because of finals....But I digress, this series has it's flaws, but if reading makes that person happy, then it does. Do you get what I mean? Oh, and since I'm on a review thingy where lots of people have said her writing sucks, maybe you could do the reading population a favor and recomend some good stories with good writing.....


message 73: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had ..."

Absolutely, Emma! Go look at my favorites list if you'd like-- I'd recommend ANY of those to almost anyone.

If you like things like Twilight (i.e. moody spooky otherworldly things), try Neil Gaiman on. He's a guy who really gets what spooky means. And on top of it, he's brilliant. Coraline is great. Neverwhere is fantastic. Stardust is genius... you get where I'm going.

Good luck with finals!


message 74: by Em (new)

Em Chelsey wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I..."

Thanks!! I've thought about reading Stardust. I saw the movie a couple years ago and really liked it. Thanks for the good luck wish!


message 75: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson The book and the movie are a LOT different, but they're equally awesome, I think. :D The love story in the book is a lot more subtle, but it has a lot of really amazing Victorian fairy tale influences-- Gaiman is influenced a lot by myths and fairy tales, etc. It's pretty awesome!



message 76: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Chelsey wrote: "The book and the movie are a LOT different, but they're equally awesome, I think. :D The love story in the book is a lot more subtle, but it has a lot of really amazing Victorian fairy tale influen..."

(P.S. I love the movie too. :D)


message 77: by Em (new)

Em Chelsey wrote: "The book and the movie are a LOT different, but they're equally awesome, I think. :D The love story in the book is a lot more subtle, but it has a lot of really amazing Victorian fairy tale influen..."

Really? Cool. I love mythology. I have these two big books on them. What else would you reccomend?


message 78: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Give Libba Bray's books a shot-- the Gemma Doyle trilogy (A Great and Terrible Beauty, Rebel Angels, and The Sweet Far Thing). I just finished the series and I really like them. Feel free to go prowl through my books! Anything with four or five stars is something I'd probably recommend!

(In the same recommendation vein, f you like mythology, Neil Gaiman's American Gods is jam-packed full of it. It's really cool! I'm about to read it again for the first time in a while.)


message 79: by Em (new)

Em I read the Gemma Doyle series last year!!!! It was so good!!!!! Except the third book moved really slowly. I ended up skipping parts for the last fourth of the book, because my friend finished it right before I started it. (The library only takes ya so far...) Then I made her tell me the ending. So I knew the ending, and I didn't end up finishing the whole thing. I began to read another book.( You know, slow moving book for the next six hours in the car, or new taunting book from library, by L. J. Smith about witches? But yeah, I really do like that series.) And I LOVE LOVE LOVE The Princess Bride!!!!LOVE IT! LOVE IT! LOVE IT!!!


message 80: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson The Princess Bride is so one of my favorites! YAY! "If only we had WHEELBARROW, that would be something!"

(And I agree, the third Gemma book did move kind of slowly, it was not at all my favorite of the three. I think I liked the second one best.)


message 81: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Chelsey- I LOVED your review! Very articulate and clear-cut; it expressed every facet of irritation I've ever had ..."

First off, the series isn't just atrocious for it's bad writing- that's only a tiny facet as to why the series needs to be burned in effigy (if not literally burned in reality). Honestly, if it were just bad writing, I wouldn't hate this series as much as I do. I've read hundreds of books in my short time, and can appreciate a book even when it isn't "perfect," and manage to find at least one circumstance to find value within the novel. Such isn't the case for Meyer's piece of excrement.

Quite frankly, if you can truly recognize the flaws within Meyer's so-called novels, then you wouldn't be reading them or call yourself a fan- much less be proud to note yourself as such. The flaws are not simply overlooked spelling mistakes or accidental plot-holes; they are more than that. Basic story point contradictions, social taboos in regards to women, and so on are quite frankly a sad example of American writing in the twenty first century. So yes, nothing's perfect, but there are basic standards that real authors uphold. Mistakes happen, true, but entire manuscripts that are littered with literary landmines can't be compared with simple mistakes.

As to the "no brain" comment and your apparent emotional breakdown as a result, honey, grow some thick skin. If my opinion in regards to thinking you to be greatly lacking in the literary intellect department causes you to "freak out" and "get" you "down," then that's your own self-confidence problem. Once again, you're the one who came into the non-Twilight-fan arena, so if you can't handle the remarks thrown your way about your intelligence for enjoying this series, then stop coming back.

Also...I have no doubt about the fact that reading the Twilight books sends you into a state of euphoria, and that's fine. If it makes you happy immersing yourself into that joke of a world, okay. Hop to it, skippy. But don't expect me to respect you for it, or harbor any camaraderie with you as a result.

If you or anyone else insists my respecting you for liking Stephanie Meyer's genuine piece of trash...well, it's a joke, and nothing more than being politically correct- and that's just another fancy term for lying to your face. You and your fellow fans praising this series isn't really your fault, though, it's simply society degenerating further because of it's fast-paced Persian-slick crap that's delegated to us by idiots abroad. If something is pathetic, it's a success. End of story.

So, if you really want to read an author that's modern, entertaining, enjoyable, and just plain damn good, check out Sherrilyn Kenyon, or J.R. Ward. They know how to write real paranormal modern romances, and it is they who deserve fandom and praise (which they rightly have already), not- NOT I repeat- Stephanie Meyer, who's nothing more than an insult to the writing community at large.



message 82: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings PS: Emma, if you really enjoy mythology, then I reiterate looking into Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter books. They are heavily laced with almost every pantheon in mythology...Greek, Roman, and even Celtic.

Also, she is one of the first authors I've ever read who utilizes her own creative explanation behind what vampires truly are- and weaves it with mythology quite well.


message 83: by Em (new)

Em Chelsey wrote: "The Princess Bride is so one of my favorites! YAY! "If only we had WHEELBARROW, that would be something!"

(And I agree, the third Gemma book did move kind of slowly, it was not at all my favorite ..."


Yeah, I liked that one too. I made one of my friends read it, and she started to freak out. It was so funny.


message 84: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson Emma wrote: "Chelsey wrote: "The Princess Bride is so one of my favorites! YAY! "If only we had WHEELBARROW, that would be something!"

(And I agree, the third Gemma book did move kind of slowly, it was not a..."


It totally gave me the willies! And I am not a super-easy scare. But that one... guuhh. Wow. Good job, Libba Bray, two thumbs up.


message 85: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "PS: Emma, if you really enjoy mythology, then I reiterate looking into Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter books. They are heavily laced with almost every pantheon in mythology...Greek, Roman, and even ..."

I think I read one of her books before, but I can't remember the name of it....which is sad because I actually really liked it....


message 86: by Em (new)

Em Chelsey wrote: "Emma wrote: "Chelsey wrote: "The Princess Bride is so one of my favorites! YAY! "If only we had WHEELBARROW, that would be something!"

(And I agree, the third Gemma book did move kind of slowly, i..."


No kidding. She's coming out with another book, not for the same series though. It might have actually already come out. But it sounded really good.


message 87: by Clare Richardson (new)

Clare Richardson It is out! It's called Going Bovine and I just barely started it today. :D It's apparently awesome, but I haven't gotten far enough into it to have an opinion of my own.




message 88: by Em (new)

Em Cool! Keep reading!!!:)


message 89: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "PS: Emma, if you really enjoy mythology, then I reiterate looking into Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter books. They are heavily laced with almost every pantheon in mythology...Gree..."

JR Ward of Sherrilyn Kenyon? Both are good, but my favorite has to be Kenyon. (I'm so obsessed that my entire room is decorated in Dark-Hunter/Sherrilyn Kenyon paraphernalia and I have went to her signings three years in a row. Obsessed much am I, lol.

I really recommend the Dark-Hunters, aside from the fact the books are all around good, but it is a HUGE series. I think there are now somewhere around 25 or so books, thus far. It's a big series, but it's well worth the time- I think what I love about it most is that she's one of the few authors that combine very dark plots with sarcastic humor and one-liners from her characters. Great comic relief and entertainment as a whole.


message 90: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "PS: Emma, if you really enjoy mythology, then I reiterate looking into Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter books. They are heavily laced with almost every pantheon in myt..."

Which one is your favorite?


message 91: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Absolutely Sherrilyn Kenyon. In fact, I've yet to read any author, in any genre, that even competes with her talent. Not just for her ability to write good romance, but her ability to write good anything. I think what I love best is the fact that her books are multifaceted in that they contain multiple genres; romance, horror/dark plots, comedy, mystery, drama...Pretty much the only author I've found to do that, and do it as well as she.


message 92: by Em (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Absolutely Sherrilyn Kenyon. In fact, I've yet to read any author, in any genre, that even competes with her talent. Not just for her ability to write good romance, but her ability to write good an..."

But which NOVEL by her is your favorite?



message 93: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Absolutely Sherrilyn Kenyon. In fact, I've yet to read any author, in any genre, that even competes with her talent. Not just for her ability to write good romance, but her abili..."

Ahh, sorry for the misunderstanding. Quite frankly, that's what's so amazing about Kenyon's books; I love each and every one. I know that seems pretty unbelievable, considering there are roughly twenty-something books in the series, but they are impressive.

Each book is unique in its own right, with individual character personalities and plot points...and yet they all contain elements that allow them to be so addictive and entertaining.

However, if I were forced to pick an absolute favorite (and believe me, that's seriously hard to do!), I'd have to go with Night Pleasures. Technically it's the second book in the series, but in reality it's the first. I can only say it's my favorite with the argument that it's what spiraled me into my obsessive love for the series.

In truth, Sherrilyn Kenyon is the reason why I have no respect for Stephanie Meyer. After seeing how good writing can be, I have zero tolerance for anything but. This is not to say that I can't read an author below Kenyon's par, for mediocre can be entertaining, too...however bad writing is as inexcusable as it is intolerable.


message 94: by Em (last edited Dec 28, 2009 02:45PM) (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Emma wrote: "Jacqueline wrote: "Absolutely Sherrilyn Kenyon. In fact, I've yet to read any author, in any genre, that even competes with her talent. Not just for her ability to write good romance, ..."

What do you like so much about that one? What makes it stand out from the others? What's it about?


message 95: by Fangirl Musings (new)

Fangirl Musings Honestly, I love all the books for different reasons; Night Pleasures for the fact that it's the first in the series, and thus has a sentimental value to me. Aside from that, the characters are so strong in their personalities, the book has HILARIOUS one-liner sarcasm, the fight scenes are entirely kick-ass, the context behind the paranormal aspects makes SO much sense when Kenyon explains the legends behind her creatures and creations- I could go on and on. But in truth, most of those same praises could be said for any other of her Dark-Hunter books. Yet I suppose what is so outstanding with this book and this series is that the stories- no matter how seemingly fantastical- seem real and you feel the plot like no other author I've read.

Kenyon allows you to become close with her characters, so when the climax comes or plot points arise, you feel for the characters, you care for them. There by, when you relate and feel for the people in a story, you can enjoy that story so much more. It makes all the difference in the world.


message 96: by Em (last edited Dec 28, 2009 02:45PM) (new)

Em Jacqueline wrote: "Honestly, I love all the books for different reasons; Night Pleasures for the fact that it's the first in the series, and thus has a sentimental value to me. Aside from that, the characters are so ..."

Cool. Do you think you could give me a short summary? That really sounds good.


message 97: by Shelby (new)

Shelby Why is it that all of the people defending twilight here have a horrible understanding of grammar and even how words are formed? As in, words are generally composed of letters, not numbers. It's kind of interesting, and maybe proves a point.


message 98: by Em (last edited Dec 28, 2009 02:44PM) (new)

Em Shelby wrote: "Why is it that all of the people defending twilight here have a horrible understanding of grammar and even how words are formed? As in, words are generally composed of letters, not numbers. It's k..."

I'd just like to point out that I make a concentrated effort to not sound like a total moron on the internet....Especially when proving the point of my intelligence. And I like Twilight.......I'm just saying.....


message 99: by Heather (new)

Heather Yay! A fellow Utahn (Utah-onian? Utah-ite?) who hasn't been hypnotized by the wretch that is Twilight. I want to be your best friend. haha.


message 100: by Teno (new)

Teno Q. Jenn{bLiNk-182 LuVa!!!!} wrote: "ok, im just putting this up cuz i forgot it on my first comment.

DONT BE A HATER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
there we go, thats about it, but seriously chelsey. ur review is just 9 paragraphs of hate!..."



If you want people to take you seriously, please write with proper SPG (spelling, punctuation, grammar). You sound like a kid.



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