Reading the partial draft of Midnight Sun is a tantalising look from the other side of the looking glass. it’s funny to hear Edward’s interpretations of all the thoughts he hears, and funny too because he is from a much older generation (originally).
Edward perceives and experiences Bella as a new student but is completely overwhelmed by her scent. Amusing also is his comparison to the her father, whose thoughts are also somewhat hidden form Edward. He also makes a great observation about how selfless Bella is.
But breathing Bella causes Edward symptoms like toxic nerve gas and breaks all his control to be vampiric- almost. Edward has a very isolated interior life, much like Bella. Calling her Bella instead of Isabella immediately makes Bella realize something about Edward is off. Does Bella’s lack of selflessness affect her quieted “speaking voice” to Edward?
I happened to Google the term ‘Midnight Sun” and got a pdf with a partial draft. I can’t be sure Stephanie Meyer wrote it, and because the story is first person Edward it reads strangely. The back story details of Edward’s life are consistent with the Twilight story, but it is still not the same as reading from Bella’s experience.
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May 19, 2009
#1
you can actually get the partial draft on Stephanie Meyers website, including her thoughts on it’s illegal release.
May 19, 2009
#2
I actually read the partial draft from Stephanie’s website, she has put it on hold indefinetaly, because it was leaked and that is why she put it on her website. I myself hope she eventually finishes it because I think it awesome!
May 28, 2009
#3
At 39 years old I am addicted to Twilight and all the books and movies that follow! I am hoping and praying that Stephanie finishes Midnight Sun. I loved reading the exerpt that is on her web site and I thought it was amazing to get Edward’s perspective on the developing relationship with Bella!
June 12, 2009
#4
Stephenie please finish MIDNIGHT SUN I Love it I read parts of it then go back and watch the movie. It makes more since knowing what the expressions mean gives you a better meaning of whats going on in his mind I Love It! I have read the books 3 times and have it on audio so I can listen to it while I’m driving crazy uh? Yes I am a true twight-er. ANY CAN”T WAIT TILL nOV.20
nowing what the expressions mean. I have
October 14, 2009
#5
I am praying that Stephanie will publish Midnight Sun. Please do that for your LOYAL fans. Oh and I read Midnight Sun from her website as well.
November 16, 2009
#6
I read Midnight Sun and thought it was AMAZING! I really hope she decides to finish it! I agree that it really helps understand what Edwards thinking as he’s looking at Bella. When I first watched the movie (before reading the books) I LOVED the movie but thought certain parts mad no sense cuz of the way he responded at times but after reading the books (especially Midnight Sun) I finally understood him better! I thought being obsessed with hott vampires was for young girls but I’m pretty sucked in myself!!! It’s almost embarrassing how much I read and think of Twilight!!!