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Twilight

Stephenie Meyer (2005)

SubgenreParanormal Romance
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SettingRegency England
CSM age13

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Star-Crossed Lovers

Synopsis

About three things I was absolutely positive. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him -- and I didn't know how dominant that part might be -- that thirsted for my blood. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him. When Isabella Swan moves to the gloomy town of Forks and meets the mysterious, alluring Edward Cullen, her life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. With his porcelain skin, golden eyes, mesmerizing voice, and supernatural gifts, Edward is both irresistible and impenetrable. Up until now, he has managed to keep his true identity hidden, but Bella is determined to uncover his dark secret. What Bella doesn't realize is the closer she gets to him, the more she is putting herself and those around her at risk. And, it might be too late to turn back. Deeply seductive and extraordinarily suspenseful, Twilight will have listeners riveted right until the end. -- Container. Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, a pair of star-crossed lovers whose forbidden relationship ripens against the backdrop of small-town suspicion and a mysterious coven of vampires.

Tags

Young Adult FantasyUrban FantasyGothic RomanceSupernatural Fiction

Is Twilight appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Teen girl falls for a vampire who struggles with his bloodlust around her. Contains supernatural danger, obsessive romance dynamics, and moderate violence involving vampires hunting humans, but no explicit content or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include blood, violence, and obsessive relationship (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens will be swept up in the intense forbidden romance between Bella and the dangerously attractive vampire Edward, with plenty of mystery and suspense.