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[Clare loves Stitch]

I just impulse bought Twilight, New Moon and Eclipse from Amazon.

I am not usually a reader of fiction (im the one reading a text book on the beach normally sociology or psychology related much to DBFs disgust ) - Im dyslexic and find descriptive books quite hard going but im going to university and have been recommended by a learning needs tutor to read some fiction to improve my vocabulary and spelling. The only book I have read was sybil (im very intrested in mental health).

I watched the Movie and really enjoyed it and thought the book would have to be very descriptive.

Do you think these books are good, would you recommend them? or have i made a huge mistake? (I say huge because I bought them out of disney money which is obviously very important )

[Sandra Bostwick]

Originally Posted by Clare loves Stitch

I just impulse bought Twilight, New Moon and Eclipse from Amazon.

I am not usually a reader of fiction (im the one reading a text book on the beach normally sociology or psychology related much to DBFs disgust ) - Im dyslexic and find descriptive books quite hard going but im going to university and have been recommended by a learning needs tutor to read some fiction to improve my vocabulary and spelling. The only book I have read was sybil (im very intrested in mental health).

I watched the Movie and really enjoyed it and thought the book would have to be very descriptive.

Do you think these books are good, would you recommend them? or have i made a huge mistake? (I say huge because I bought them out of disney money which is obviously very important )

I have not had time to read them yet, but my students love them. I also have a friend who is obsessed with the series! I might read it after I clear some other books off my "To do" list.

As far as your comment on being dyslexic, I teach college students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, and just by looking at the way you used words on your post, I'd say you are off to a great start!

Vocabulary and spelling develop with exposure to various words, so keep reading and before you know it, you'll be a pro.

[Tawnya]

You made a very wise investment! Although I am a huge book nerd this series (saga) is by far one of my favorites you will absolutely love it! Happy Reading!

[goofysdtr]

I really enjoyed them! Good choice!

[nladams]

You made the right choice!! These books are great!! and im someone who normally likes to read along the same lines as you..but i found them very addicting! Enjoy!!

ps keep us posted when you start reading ... i'd love to hear your thoughts

[Luvsun]

I came to the boards and asked the same question a month or so ago.
I bought Twilight and read it in less than 2 days once I started it.
I went out and bought the other books and within a very short amount of time I had read them all!
I never thought I would read a book about vampires, let alone an entire series!
Happy reading!

[Sandra Bostwick]

I'm hearing alot of good things about these books! Doing a book discussion really adds to the reading if you'd think of starting one.

[Jennifer2003]

I finished the entire series in less than a month.

Then, I re read them again! (I've actually read Twilight three times, the following books just twice each.)

LOVE THEM! Great choice! Take your time and soak up every detail!

[srsatkowiak]

I finished the series in two weeks. I think they are very entertaining and I am an adict and want more!! I do think the movie was disappointing, but what movie isn't when compared to the book.

One thing I would suggest is when you are reading is put yourself back in your 16 yr old shoes and that will help you get past a lot of the "OMG I love you" stuff. I feel the book is not the most well written piece, but it is written perfect for a young adult looking for something quick, easy and entertaining.

[Clare loves Stitch]

[quote=Sandra Bostwick;2899767
As far as your comment on being dyslexic, I teach college students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, and just by looking at the way you used words on your post, I'd say you are off to a great start!

Vocabulary and spelling develop with exposure to various words, so keep reading and before you know it, you'll be a pro.[/quote]

oooh Sandra I have a feeling I will be trying to tap you up for advice over the next few years - I will be doing Social Work at University so need descriptive ways of explaining situations that are quite complex and very sensitive as my clients can read my reports and I find it hard to write a factual account that gives the evidence my service managers need whilst not using loaded language.

My dyslexia is not that bad but I'm very aware of it and my tutor has already flagged it in my application essay submission . I'm so keen to be a complete geek as im so lucky to get a second chance at this level of education.

Originally Posted by Tawnya

You made a very wise investment! Although I am a huge book nerd this series (saga) is by far one of my favorites you will absolutely love it! Happy Reading!

YEY my disney money went to a good place! thanks!

Originally Posted by nladams

ps keep us posted when you start reading ... i'd love to hear your thoughts

Ok I will

Originally Posted by Luvsun

I came to the boards and asked the same question a month or so ago.
I bought Twilight and read it in less than 2 days once I started it.
I went out and bought the other books and within a very short amount of time I had read them all!
I never thought I would read a book about vampires, let alone an entire series!
Happy reading!

OPS to be honest I rarely lurk on the Liberary part of the boards.... but im glad your enjoying these books!

I received my email to say they have been dispatched today

[defyinggravity93]

i love the twilight books!
i got twilight grudgingly because i swore to myself i wouldn't become one of those freaky obsessive twilight addicts, but i wanted to see what all of the fuss was about, but the second i started reading twilight i couldn't put it down. read it in 2 days.
i ordered the next three and read new moon in one friday night, and eclipse i finished that weekend.
and of course i ended up getting my mom hooked the same day we left for our cruise last november.
that was not the best of plans, she barely left the stateroom for the first few days, she just wouldn't stop reading.

[vsonnier]

Money very well spent! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the series. DH bought me Twilight a couple of years ago and it sat on my shelf for almost 18 months before I finally gave in and read it in one night. I couldn't put it down....excellent book and the series only gets better! I've read all of the books twice since then and have read all of the outtakes and Midnight Sun on Stephenie Meyer's website. I can't wait to hear what you think of them!

[Clare loves Stitch]

I got the books last night but only had 40 min before bed and im not a very fast reader but I got through the first chapter and im loving it soo far.

[Clare loves Stitch]

Ok I have read the whole of twilight and now im half way though New Moon.

Im right there with her I love him then im sobbing and I hate him ..... OOOHhh its intoxicating!

[fiferpig]

I LOVED the whole series. I think you will really enjoy all the books. They are actually pretty easy reading. Enjoy!