Plot: Bella Swan has just moved to Forks, Washington to live with her dad. She meets the handsome Edward Cullen, who at first seems repulsed by her, but later can't seem to stay away from her. Bella's friend Jacob tells her the stories of the Cold Ones and she puts the clues together. Edward is a vampire. After Edward saves her life in Port Angeles, the two decide not to fight it anymore and that they are going to be together. They are falling in love, passionately. Edward and his family of vampires don't drink human blood, but other vampires do and once they catch Bella's scent she is in serious danger!
Genre: Fantasy
Suggested reading level: Grades 6 & up
Subjects/themes: Vampires, love, family, Washington, school, death, revenge.
Awards:
- School Library Journal Best Books of the Year 2005
- Bluegrass Award 2007
- Garden State Children's Books Award 2008
- Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award 2008
- Garden State Teen Book Award 2008
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