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Gwendy's Final Task Review

Stephen King, Richard Chizmar, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Magic, Shape Shifter, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

Gwendy's Final Task

Published: 15, February 2022
Genre: Fiction, Horror, Literature, Magic, Shape Shifter, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller
Book 3 of 3: Gwendy's Button Box Trilogy

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The Review

Stephen King and Richard Chizmar collaborated on the supernatural adventure novel Gwendy's Final Task. This is the third installment of the trilogy Gwendy's Button Box. Gwendy's Button Box and Gwendy's Magic Feather are previous entries. It is mostly set in the year 2026 aboard the MF-1 Space Station and focuses on the titular Gwendy Peterson, a sixty-four-year-old United States Senator from Maine. It's been twenty years since Richard Farris freed her from the button box, but it's returned, and she'll have to overcome formidable challenges before she can finally destroy it.

While not among King's blockbusters like "The Stand" or "11/22/63," the Gwendy books come to a satisfying climax in this third and longest book in the series. 

Nice "Dark Tower" and "It" references that tie it into the grander King universe. The first book was essentially a novella, and the second was a mid-sized book, but this is massive in comparison to the prior two volumes.

King's politics are no secret, and they add realism to a fantastic story, so please understand it is not about any real-life mentally unstable politician, it is about fictional politics, so have fun reading it and remember that many of the negative reviews and hate you read or hear about this novel and series are from innocent people who don't understand the point of this story. 

As usual, I must emphasize the need of educating people to love, care for, and respect one another, and to not trust anybody who uses fear to make you hate, fear, and think negatively of others for selfish benefits.

The book kept my attention by alternating Gwendy's journey to her final mission in space. The premise is a little strange, but Chizmar makes it believable with her last encounter with the mysterious Mr. Farris and how she ends up on that Eagle Heavy rocket with that sinister dispenser of unique and magical chocolates and apocalypse.

If you're a fan of Stephen King's Dark Tower series, there's a lot to appreciate here. In fact, a significant portion of the book assumes that you are familiar with the ideas and story mechanisms of those works. Even the low men in yellow coats make an appearance.

Assuming that everyone has read the preceding volumes, many readers will wonder why Gwendy is so unique. 

Farris describes the failures of past button box guardians, but there is no explanation for why Gwendy is able to withstand the artifact's terrible force. 

She is a great person, bold and astute, nurtured in love and knowledge, but Farris makes it obvious that many of the other candidates were just as morally deserving but failed the exam. 

My response is that she is simply being tried like everyone else, but she succeeds because of her determination and strength of character.

Though there are glimpses of emotion that would have made him appealing, the book's villain is a caricature; in the end, he is only threatening because Gwendy is suffering from an illness that leaves her susceptible.

Given that this novel is mostly about Gwendy and the company, I found it annoying that no one else, aside from the mission commander Kathy and the "Bug Man" Adesh, is ever truly brought into focus, and they are eventually rendered redundant.

The book isn't bad, and it benefits from comparison to the second, but it's evident that Chizmar, while a competent writer, lacks King's ability for complex characters and complicated plotting, as I mentioned in my assessment of the prior book. 

It's a great novel, but it's not on Stephen King's level, even if he's one of the authors, and perhaps that's why it's not a total failure; and is well worth your money, particularly if you miss the Dark Tower series.

Despite all I've said thus far, I absolutely adored this book as a reader! Once I started reading it, it was impossible for me to put it down. I laughed out loud at times and was disappointed when the narrative ended. I really enjoyed the numerous connections to King's previous works!

In places, it's a little over the top and predictable, but it's still a wonderful conclusion to the trilogy. The total of its components is more than the sum of its parts. Gwendy is a fascinating woman, and the button box and its potential piqued my interest.

Plus, there were so many Easter eggs in this one that they didn't fail to make me grin, even though a couple seemed tossed in as an afterthought.


Final Thoughts

The Gwendy novels may not persuade a beginner to King of his incredible and legendary narrative skill, but they are entertaining short readings and wonderful diversions. I liked all three of them, but this one was my favorite.

The final book was a nice and somewhat surprising conclusion to a three-novel story that spans a woman's entire life and deals with issues far beyond what most people face: visitors from alternate universes, the horrific deaths of loved ones, difficult choices that may or may not save the entire planet, or possibly planets. 

Because there are other universes, you know, like Roland's and the Dark Tower, and a certain wicked clown wandering the sewers of Derry, Maine in It.

King and Chizmar did an excellent job with Gwendy, creating a relatable heroine who is coping with otherworldly issues. 

The stories are fast readings with narratives that are delightfully surprising in their breadth. So much so that Gwendy swings from being a small kid in over her head to a politician with national clout to a space traveler faced with an impossible ultimate job.

I wholeheartedly suggest the series to anybody who likes mild horror with a dash of the fantasy drama. 

But don't get me wrong, while I wouldn't call these books chilling, you won't have to leave the lights on when you go to bed because there are some solid horror moments that remind you, much like a slap in the face, that these are Stephen King books, at least partially, and woe to those who become complacent, because fresh hot horror seems to pour out of the pages when you least expect it

The truth is that these books are a lot of fun, pleasant, and amusing, with just enough suspense and violence to keep the pages turning quickly. 

I highly recommend picking these up and spending a few days with Gwendy, who has some surprises in store for you.


Synopsis

“The final book in the New York Times bestselling Gwendy’s Button Box trilogy from Stephen King and Richard Chizmar.

When Gwendy Peterson was twelve, a mysterious stranger named Richard Farris gave her a mysterious box for safekeeping. It offered treats and vintage coins, but it was dangerous. Pushing any of its seven colored buttons promised death and destruction. Years later, the button box entered Gwendy’s life again. A successful novelist and a rising political star, she was once again forced to deal with the temptation that box represented. Now, evil forces seek to possess the button box and it is up to Senator Gwendy Peterson to keep it from them at all costs. But where can you hide something from such powerful entities?

In Gwendy’s Final Task, “horror giants” (Publishers Weekly) Stephen King and Richard Chizmar take us on a journey from Castle Rock to another famous cursed Maine city to the MF-1 space station, where Gwendy must execute a secret mission to save the world. And, maybe, all worlds.”


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Rating: 90/100
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Gwendy's Magic Feather Review

Richard Chizmar, Stephen King, American, Classic, Coming Of Age, Fiction, Horror, Magic, Supernatural, Thriller

Gwendy's Magic Feather

Published: 19, November 2019
Author: Richard Chizmar (Foreword by Stephen King)
Genre: American, Classic, Coming Of Age, Fiction, Horror, Magic, Supernatural, Thriller
Book 2 of 3: Gwendy's Button Box Trilogy

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The Review

Gwendy's Magic Feather is a medium-sized novel by Richard Chizmar, and it is the sequel to the preceding novel Gwendy's Button Box. With a foreword by Stephen King, this is the first novel set at Castle Rock written by another author! Ben Baldwin created the hardcover's full-color cover artwork, while Keith Minnion created the inside artwork.

Once again, a book that is not as huge as a bookworm like me and many others like me will feel is too small, but for a casual reader, it is sort of typical. However, even with such a small size, it is still a wonderful read, which makes it feel even smaller.

This was a fantastic addition to Gwendy's narrative. When you finish an excellent novel, you're left wondering, "What happened next?" 

Without giving anything away, I hope you'll like Gwendy's continuing story and her experiences, problems, and successes. 

Chismar elevated the plot to new heights. For the first book, Stephen King chose a fantastic writer to partner with, and Richard grabbed the wheel for this one. An excellent book and a fantastic pick. It gently draws you in, and once you're hooked, you can't get enough of it.

One thing that all readers must realize is that this novel was not written by Stephen King, and they should not expect it to be. It's good but not as good as Stephen King's.

Many people complained about the politics in this (not written by Stephen King) and other books written by Stephen King, and I am continually stressing that he is only creating fiction, and we should read the works as such. 

Politics may appear to be about a real-life president, but in my opinion, it is not true, and it is just like any fiction when a mentally ill politician can win an election and be a major problem for the world, and we must grow up as humans and rise above these wars and racism, which are essentially a simple tactic to rule over mindless masses. If you haven't seen the film Idiocracy, you should watch it to see what I'm talking about.

I don't like to compare authors, and while Richard Chizmar is an excellent and talented writer, no one can compete with Stephen King, Anne Rice, Dean Koontz, and the likes of these and many other legends from the past and present, but we must-read books by these new authors so they can write more and become as great as the legendary figures.

Great narrative and it's nice to see Gwendy all grown up. She's a fantastic character, and she's been given all of her charm in this narrative. It was also wonderful to return to Castle Rock through Gwendy's eyes. 

Richard did an excellent job with the narrative, and I'm sure fans won't be able to wait to see what the next narrative has in store for these characters.

This relates to the narrative of Gwendy's life, her current situation, and the paths her life has led her. I won't tell much more, but it demonstrates an interesting route and enough to keep readers interested in the plot. 

I liked that the title of the book doesn't actually reveal anything to the reader; frequently, if you just look at the cover, you can assess the book, despite the adage that you shouldn't. 

We get to see her benefactor again, and it reminds me of the Breakers from the Tower series, Hearts of Atlantis, and a little bit of Carrie, Firestarter, and the new Institute. However, this does not imply that this book is identical to the novels I just listed.

Gwendy's Button Box is my current favorite of the two books. The storyline in Gwendy's Magic Feather didn't feel as tight to me. 

There are various parts that are superfluous. I enjoy the detailed narrative, but it tends to dominate the real tale in some areas, especially near the beginning and finish. It needed to move in these spots, but it didn't. 

I also believe that the moments between Farris and the enigmatic killer were not as strong as I would have wanted. More depth and emphasis would have made this a clear favorite.

A wonderful story that not only transports us to Castle Rock, Stephen King's favorite place but also introduces us to a new and talented tour guide, Richard Chizmar. 

We finally get to see an elderly Gwendy and her notorious Button Box. A readily accessible story with a family emphasis and drama, as well as visits to old familiar acquaintances in a place we've been to many times before. 

Chizmar grabs your hand and guides you to a comfortable worn chair in a warm chamber, where he weaves his yarn full of details and sensations we can all connect to.

The family tragedies and hardships are so vividly shown that you find yourself agreeing with family issues in your own life on a frequent basis. 

Gwendy's Magic Feather, which is easily readable in a single sitting, is a fantastic addition for this newest intriguing character in the Castle Rock universe and just leaves you anxiously anticipating the next installment.


Final Thoughts

This is the second installment in the Gwendy's Button Box Trilogy. The first was co-written by Richard Chizmar and Stephen King and was based on one of King's unfinished works. 

I can't even imagine being permitted to read, let alone complete, a throwaway narrative. But, as far as I know, Chizmar is the first individual outside of King's own self to create a narrative set on Castle Rock entirely on his own. This is a fantastic story, but a quick read.

Overall, I would suggest this book and series. Presently every time someone asks me for a Stephen King novel recommendation that will pique their attention, I offer Gwendy's Button Box. 

Now I'd like to share a second story with you. This narrative isn't too terrifying, resentful of politics, or unduly lengthy or short; it's just perfect, like Goldilocks. 

If you want to read a wonderful novel that isn't too long, isn't entirely based on the supernatural, and has a strong female protagonist, this is the book for you. There is also a third book, which you can learn more about and read a review of by clicking Gwendys Final Task.


Synopsis

“A USA TODAY BESTSELLER

In this thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestselling novella by Stephen King and award-winning author Richard Chizmar, an adult Gwendy is summoned back to Castle Rock after the mysterious reappearance of the button box.

Something evil has swept into the small Maine town of Castle Rock on the heels of the latest winter storm. Sheriff Norris Ridgewick and his team are desperately searching for two missing girls, but time is running out.

In Washington, DC, thirty-seven-year-old Gwendy Peterson couldn’t be more different from the self-conscious teenaged girl who once spent a summer running up Castle Rock’s Suicide Stairs. That same summer, she had been entrusted—or some might say cursed—with the extraordinary button box by Richard Farris, the mysterious stranger in the black suit. The seductive and powerful box offered Gwendy small gifts in exchange for its care and feeding until Farris eventually returned, promising the young girl she’d never see the box again.

One day, though, the button box suddenly reappears but this time, without Richard Farris to explain why, or what she’s supposed to do with it. Between this and the troubling disappearances back in Castle Rock, Gwendy decides to return home. She just might be able to help rescue the missing girls and stop a dangerous madman before he does something ghastly.

With breathtaking and lyrical prose, Gwendy’s Magic Feather explores whether our lives are controlled by fate or the choices we make and what price we sometimes have to pay. Prepare to return again to Stephen King’s Castle Rock, the sleepy little town built on a bedrock of deep, dark secrets, just as it’s about to awaken from its quiet slumber once more.”


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Gwendy's Button Box Review

Stephen King, Richard Chizmar, American, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Magic, Mystery, Occult, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

Gwendy's Button Box

Published: 16, May 2017
Genre: American, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Magic, Mystery, Occult, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller
Book 1 of 3: Gwendy's Button Box Trilogy

Check the summary of this book here:


The Review

Stephen King and Richard Chizmar wrote Gwendy's Button Box, a horror novella. Keith Minnion's graphics were featured in Cemetery Dance's American version. The French edition, published by Le Livre de Poche in September 2018, had fresh new drawings by the same artist.

Gwendy's Magic Feather, a sequel written exclusively by Chizmar, was released in November 2019, and it will be the subject of my next review. 

Gwendy's Final Task is the title of the third part, which was written by both writers and was a full-length novel rather than a novella or a short story.

According to both writers, this novella was completed in a month, and I was so impressed with the manner they worked on it that I wished I could collaborate with someone like that, but it's not easy these days.

One metaphor I liked was the typewriter or computer being compared to a button box, with the equivalent output of good or evil depending on which levers are pulled or which buttons are pushed. 

This is a really quick read. It's a nice narrative that makes me think it's more of a YA book. The finest books, on the other hand, appeal to both adults and young people, and this is one of them.

I read this novella in a few hours with frequent breaks and, while it was somewhat predictable, I found it to be quite amusing. 

There was always the issue of who would win the struggle between the protagonists, good or evil, or whether it would end in a horrible accident. In any case, King and his colleague did an excellent job at keeping the audience guessing.

A novella was the ideal format for this narrative. A short tale would not have communicated the character's characteristics as effectively, and a novel would have been intriguing but, in my opinion, would have added elements that didn't need to be there.

Although there are a few horrifying moments in the novel, I don't think it qualifies as a horror story. Gwendy's Button Box is a unique and intriguing story. Definitely a fantasy, not anything that could really happen in real life.

This is a short tale set at Castle Rock, Maine. Fans of the King should be familiar with the place. 

I've finished most of the Castle Rock storyline. I believe there are a number more short tales I may have forgotten, although they are among my favorites from King's writing. and even though I have read virtually all of his books, I still believe I may have missed some short tales, so I want to conduct some comprehensive study soon to eliminate this sensation from my head so I may finish my collection of his books or feel pleased if I already have a complete set.

Of course, most of the story is on Gwendy growing up under the shade of her button box. I'm surprised two guys could write a teenage girl as well as they did, but she was one of my favorite characters.

The writing had a King like quality to it. There was an Eagles poster in front of the Hotel California, among other things. Olive has an issue, as well as a slew of other little and major details.

I would have argued that this book doesn't work as a stand-alone since it's short if I hadn't known that it had a sequel. It might have been better if it had been part of a larger collection of Castle Rock stories, but that is a minor flaw. However, it is a fantastic series because it has sequels and the third book is actually a big-sized book.

It's difficult to describe this short story without giving away the entire plot. King and Chizmar have written a story that was a pleasure to read. 

The spareness of the text made it far more entertaining than other novels that were bloated and in need of editing, since many casual readers complain when they read a large book, therefore this book is essentially for those individuals. 

I'm not sure why people complain about how short this book or any other book is, but they whine about how huge the book is as well. 

These novels are not awful or badly written, nor is the plot horrible. Perhaps they just want to whine about everything they see.

Although it is closer to the length of a short story, this narrative packs a nice draw in its brief length and feels like King, along with co-author Richard Chizmar, founder/editor of Cemetery Dance magazine. 

Before this book, I had no idea who Richard Chizmar was, but I began reading his works and will soon begin reviewing them as well. 

It begins in 1974 at King's Castle Rock, Maine, and handles the transition from innocent youth to responsible adulthood simply. 

There are some subtle connections to the Dark Tower series, which can now be found in practically all of King's books, as well as discussions concerning whether outer or interior effects on a person's decisions define a life. 

Because I thought it was nearly flawless, I think it's a terrific small taste of King that can be read and savored in one sitting, whetting the thirst for King's next large work!


Final Thoughts

As the guardian of this unique box, I admire Gwendy's character and her life choices. She obtains many favors, but they are accompanied by the burden of the box.

The only thing that disappointed me about this book was its small size, but that does not indicate that the tale is terrible. 

I finished it in a few hours and was sad to see it end. I wasn't planning on reading it since I dislike collaboration novels, but because one of the authors was Stephen King, I felt compelled to do so. 

I read it after the second book was released, and I'm happy I did. It was engaging to read and pulled me in; Stephen King could write anything and make it interesting. I find myself reading his books' prefaces and acknowledgments. So, apart from being a little short (though I'm not sure how it could have been longer), it covered all it needed to, and I enjoyed it.

I would suggest it to lovers of Stephen King or anyone who has read his Castle Rock series. There's even a nod to Sheriff Bannerman, except it's Walt rather than George, which I appreciated.


Synopsis

“Set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine

Stephen King teams up with long-time friend and award-winning author Richard Chizmar for the first time in this original, chilling novella that revisits the mysterious town of Castle Rock.

There are three ways up to Castle View from the town of Castle Rock: Route 117, Pleasant Road, and the Suicide Stairs. Every day in the summer of 1974, twelve-year-old Gwendy Peterson has taken the stairs, which are held by strong—if time-rusted—iron bolts and zig-zag up the precarious cliffside.

Then one day when Gwendy gets to the top of Castle View, after catching her breath and hearing the shouts of kids on the playground below, a stranger calls to her. There on a bench in the shade sits a man in black jeans, a black coat, and a white shirt unbuttoned at the top. On his head is a small, neat black hat. The time will come when Gwendy has nightmares about that hat…

The little town of Castle Rock, Maine has witnessed some strange events and unusual visitors over the years, but there is one story that has never been told—until now.”


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Breaking Dawn Review

Breaking Dawn

Published: 2, August 2008
The Twilight Saga, Book 4
Genres: Children's, Contemporary, Dating & Sex, Drama, Dystopian, Family, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Magic, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction, School, Shape Shifter, Teen, Vampire, Werewolf, Young Adult

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Breaking Dawn Summary


The Review:

Breaking Dawn is the fourth installment of American novelist Stephenie Meyer's Twilight Saga. The first and third segments are presented from Bella Swan's viewpoint, while the second section is written from Jacob Black's point of view. The story picks up immediately after the events of the previous novel, Eclipse, in which Bella and Edward Cullen marry, leaving Jacob distraught. Bella gladly risks her human life and the possibility of vampire immortality when she is confronted with unexpected and life-threatening circumstances.

When I enjoyed the notion of exchanging perspectives while Bella is confined to her house and unable to accomplish much, I thought Jacob's voice was somewhat thickly in terms of utilizing distinct vocabulary to separate him from Bella, making him sound harsh and unpolished. It made me dislike his character, who had previously been one of my favorites.

The setting of Forks, which is the only location where all of the action takes place in this novel, is ideal for the unfolding drama.

The lush, verdant forests, meadows, and usually always clouded sky provide an appropriately stormy background for the novel's subsequent events.

Furthermore, because Forks is where it all began in the first book, this final novel completes the cycle.

Stephenie Meyer's solution to Edward, Bella, and Jacob's love triangle, which ran the show in the third novel, Eclipse, is simply fantastic in my opinion. It's clear proof of her inventiveness, and it neatly wraps things up.

Some have slammed it as unsettling, and I completely agree with them while yet disagreeing with them. Yes, it's out of the ordinary and completely unexpected. But that is precisely why it is so ideal.

It also allows Jacob to return to his role as Bella's closest friend, as he was in Twilight and at the start of New Moon, the second novel in the series. In other books, love triangles are frequently ended by the brutal death of one of the characters. 

Stephenie Meyer has selected a completely unique resolve, one that is nonviolent, in keeping with her overall philosophy.

Despite the fact that I am not a Twilight fan, I actually loved most of this series. Although I had been warned that the tale is bad and that what happens to the main characters is unpleasant, I still wanted to read the book without bias or preconceived beliefs, so I never listened to anybody who tried to tell me what occurred in the novel.

The tale flows along, keeping you interested enough to read it fast, but there are several flaws in it. I continued brushing aside the issues that troubled me, expecting them to be handled, wrapped up, and tied in, but they never were.

I don't know about others, but I felt cheated at the conclusion of the book because of the fictitious event that occurred, or, to put it another way, the event that never occurred.

When the unimaginable began to happen to several of the main characters, the story took a turn for the worst, I sensed something wasn't quite right, and as an ardent reader, I knew it couldn't be true unless this was, without a doubt, the final installment of the series.

However, even with the last book hypothesis, it was incorrect, and it was one of the worst literary robberies perpetrated by an author on the audience, in my opinion.

There were certain aspects of this new addition that I particularly like, such as the new addition herself. Renesmee, despite the fact that I despise her name, is charming and unique, and it's a joy to read about her. I liked how she was included, but it brought me to another aspect that I despised: Jacob's imprinting.

I find it disturbing when a mature guy imprints on a newborn. For those who are unfamiliar, imprinting is akin to meeting one's soulmate. It's really frightening to me that author would write anything like this about one of the major characters, especially since this is a young adult's book series.

After rushing through the first three volumes with feeling a lot, little and no attachment to the characters, depending on who they are, this one actually provided me with a few chuckle moments as well as a few narrative twists I hadn't anticipated.

This novel, on the other hand, felt like it should have been split into at least two parts. After spending so much time seeing everything through Bella's eyes, I felt it a little jarring to read from Jacob's perspective, and the switches in stories seemed a little forced as if there was an urgent desire to tie up all the loose ends.

Whatever the narrative and events in this book and the series were, I still appreciated the books. They were really lengthy. It extended my experience of this otherworldly existence, albeit unnecessarily at times.

It provided me with a well-deserved break from my own world, free of constant distractions. This is known as the pleasure of reading for amusement.


Final Thoughts:

The Twilight Series, in my opinion, is like fast food: tasty and entertaining, but not particularly nutritious. Having said that, I have finished the entire series. While I enjoyed the first three volumes, I found this one to be much less so.

I thought it was hurried in execution; the author covers a lot of territory in terms of narrative events, but doesn't really develop many of them, and then tends to toss in random occurrences and details that don't really help the story's forward momentum.

I loved this book as much as the others in the Twilight series, however, it is like fast food, as I previously stated. The fourth and last installment of the Twilight series, however, was by far the most intriguing.

Bella formally joins the Cullen family in this book. This novel is clearly intended for a more mature readership than the previous ones. Sex scenes and references to sex may be found throughout the novel.

It was clear from the start that this book would be considerably odd than the others. I don't want to give anything away, but suffice it to say that the final volume in the series was built on the foundation of abnormal surprises and the establishment of strange connections.

Some of the speech was so clichéd that I could get the feeling that I was listening to a sitcom laugh track in the backdrop.

Finally, it provides a quick read and pleasure, but it is significantly less enjoyable than the other three volumes.


Synopsis:

“To be irrevocably in love with a vampire is both fantasy and nightmare woven into a dangerously heightened reality for Bella Swan. Pulled in one direction by her intense passion for Edward Cullen, and in another by her profound connection to werewolf Jacob Black, she has endured a tumultuous year of temptation, loss, and strife to reach the ultimate turning point.

Her imminent choice to either join the dark but seductive world of immortals or pursue a fully human life has become the thread from which the fate of two tribes hangs.

Now Bella has made her decision; a startling chain of unprecedented events is about to unfold with potentially devastating and unfathomable consequences. Just when the frayed strands of Bella's life - first discovered in Twilight, then scattered and torn in New Moon and Eclipse - seem ready to heal and knit together, could they be destroyed...forever?

The astonishing, breathlessly anticipated conclusion to the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn illuminates the secrets and mysteries of this spellbinding romantic epic.”


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Rating: 95/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.

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Eclipse Review

Stephenie Meyer, The Twilight Saga, Book 3, Children's, Contemporary, Dating & Sex, Drama, Dystopian, Family, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Magic, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction, School, Shape Shifter, Teen, Vampire, Werewolf, Young Adult

Eclipse

Published: 7, August 2007
The Twilight Saga, Book 3
Genres: Children's, Contemporary, Dating & Sex, Drama, Dystopian, Family, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Magic, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction, School, Shape Shifter, Teen, Vampire, Werewolf, Young Adult

Check the summary of this book here:
Eclipse Summary


The Review:

The novel Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer provides more background on the Cullens and the Quileutes, two groups that have become open antagonists. The stories of Rosalie and Jasper's transformations into vampires captivated me, despite the fact that the acts of violence in their respective stories made me uneasy. Thankfully, these were glossed over in the film adaptation of the novel.

However, the stories did help to flesh out these two characters. Furthermore, they eventually came across the Cullens, and adopted a nonviolent lifestyle, and avoided killing humans. I'm not sure why Stephenie Meyer didn't do the same for the other Cullen family members, but then again, the book might have become too long.

The Quileute legends, told around a roaring campfire with Bella present, were extremely interesting. Billy began the story, which was then taken over by old Quil Ateara, the grandfather of one of the werewolves, the younger Quil.

The stories revolved around the Quileute tribe's origins, including how they had spirit warriors who later evolved into werewolves. These warriors were always the tribe's protectors, and when they learned to shapeshift into wolves, their mission continued.

The story of "the third wife," which, ironically, would have later ramifications in the novel, piqued my interest as well as made me really sad.

The exchanges between Edward and Bella, as well as Jacob and Bella, are the most moving I've observed so far in this series. Edward clearly loves Bella so much that he avoids hurting Jacob in order to avoid hurting her.

He bears the pain of realizing how much Jacob means to Bella, even going so far as to ask Bella if she is truly happy with her decision to choose him over Jacob.

For the first time, Bella realizes that if Edward hadn't entered the picture, Jacob would have been the perfect match for her. Author gives her readers a glimpse of what might have been if things had gone differently. That short scene is also quite heartfelt.

Although the pacing in this book was a little slower than in the previous two, that changed after the first third, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! It's just that with this book, Stephenie Meyer is starting to feel like she's matured as a writer, and she now appears to be a master at creating very real, very believable characters that the reader can fall in love with, which I did, Edward in particular.

The differences and dilemmas in which these fictional characters find themselves became my own conflicts and entanglements. I know that I felt their emotions, thought their thoughts and was swept up in the plot's intensely romantic anxieties as I read.

The Twilight Saga's unfolding story of Edward, Bella, and Jacob is one of our time's triangular romantic masterpieces. It's also a dramatic story with complex eternal themes that astonish the heart and mesmerize the soul as much as they enthrall the intellect.

Author has cast a spell on me that I have no desire to break, but even if it is a masterpiece, and in my opinion, it is still no match for Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles.

Now for some negative feedback on the book, mixed up with some positive feedback. Some of the plotlines are intriguing, and Stephenie Meyer's writing is particularly strong in a few areas.

However, after three books and almost 1800 pages, I'd like to see real personalities who, like humans, grow, learn, and mature. In a lot of ways, this isn't the case with Stephenie Meyer's works.

Edward and Bella are stuck in their own strange insecurities. They spend the majority of their normally happy romance wallowing in self-doubt, anguish, and uncertainty, and neither one seems to comprehend how they can be likable. That isn't always a good thing.

Then there's Jacob, who I believe is author's most realistically formed and evolved character. In this book, she completely ruins him with the unfathomable ploy. Author appears to have fallen in love with Jacob herself after writing/reading New Moon, so she had to force him to do something horrible in order to break his hold on her and Bella.

By the third novel, Edward, who I liked and found interesting in the first book, has become even more of a favorite of mine. His angst, beauty, and willingness to go to any length to save Bella are all far too predictable. His nobility and moral rectitude are exaggerated to the point of absurdity.

Although he is not a realistic character, I am almost similar to him in real life and can relate to him. I liked him even more in the book when he admitted to Jacob that he was jealous, even though I'm not like that and never feel jealous, but it was the only occasion he wasn't a stone-cold emotionally distant rock who takes oneself incredibly seriously.

From a literary sense, the fire and ice theme, as well as the use of Jacob and Edward as foils, works in theory. The basic ingredients were present, but the characters lacked the dimension required to make the story realistic.

Rather than making choices, evolving, and moving on, the characters stay trapped in their own small universe, which is full of witty conversation, hesitation, and, ultimately, no conclusion.

Bella is emotionally at the exact same spot she was at the conclusion of book two "New Moon" by the end of book three "Eclipse." She adores two people, despises herself, and is unable to let go of either. It has the feel of a soap opera.

Bella, on the other hand, I believe is a thoroughly depressed, gloomy, and selfish young lady. She despises everything that ordinary people enjoy: gatherings, gifts, weddings, schools, jewels, money, and so on.

She solely has feelings for Edward and Jacob and makes all of her decisions as if she were a kid. Because she is the center of the world, everything revolves around her, and if someone she loves is injured, it is somehow her responsibility.

It's not noble, and it's not humane of her. It's her inability to make mature judgments and see that, sometimes making the correct decision means hurting people. It's referred to as "adulting." She simply refuses to mature.

I didn't want to pick up the book again because of my aggravation with Bella's indecisiveness and selfishness. It's exhausting to read her thoughts, but keep in mind that this book is written for young adults, and if you're older than that, you'll have a hard time connecting to her when she tumbles into her normal routine of adolescent angst, but I admire Edward's maturity and ability to recognize that Bella's happiness is far more important than convincing her to stay out of his own selfish wants.


Final Thoughts:

The book did not disappoint me, and I was very delighted with it. I finished it in 3 days as well. It's impossible to put down. As a result, I strongly suggest this book. If you've already read the first two books, you won't want to miss this one.

If you haven't already, go back and read the prior two books before starting this one. The connections established in Twilight and New Moon are continued in Eclipse. It's a good read on its own, but it's even better if you know the backstory.

Actually, I don't recommend reading this book first; instead, you should read the prior two volumes first.

Eclipse is the next intriguing chapter in the Twilight series, and once you start reading it, you won't be able to put it down. Move on to Breaking Dawn when you've finished it.

The fourth installment of the series. My personal favorite in the series. For now, try Eclipse. It's well worth the money, as well as the sleep you'll lose attempting to read everything.


Synopsis:

“As Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge, Bella once again finds herself surrounded by danger. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the ageless struggle between vampire and werewolf. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella has one more decision to make: life or death. But which is which?”


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Rating: 95/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.

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