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New Moon
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Book Brief
565
Novel • Fiction
Forks, Washington • Contemporary
2006
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer follows Bella Swan as she narrates her struggle with grief after her vampire boyfriend Edward Cullen leaves her, pushing her to befriend Jacob Black, who turns out to be a werewolf. Their friendship deepens as they face threats from hostile vampires. Meanwhile, Bella’s risky behavior leads to a confrontation with the powerful Volturi coven before she and Edward reconcile, but new challenges arise as she navigates her complex relationships with Edward and Jacob. Sensitive topics include self-harm.
Melancholic
Romantic
Emotional
Dark
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
2,004,577 ratings
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Review Roundup
New Moon by Stephenie Meyer receives mixed reviews. Critics praise its emotional depth and character development, particularly Bella's struggle with heartbreak. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative less engaging than its predecessor. Despite polarized opinions, it remains a compelling read for fans of the series.
Who Should Read New Moon?
Fans of New Moon by Stephenie Meyer are typically young adults who enjoy emotionally charged romance and supernatural elements. If you are captivated by the dynamic interplay between love and danger in novels like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl, this book is for you.
2,004,577 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
565
Novel • Fiction
Forks, Washington • Contemporary
2006
YA
12-18 years
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