The Twilight Saga White Collection

I simply cannot say enough about these books. I got introduced to the "Twilight" series very late in the game--it was just this past November as "Breaking Dawn part 2" was coming out in theaters. I was one of those people that had thought they were too old, I'm 42, for a teen vampire romance etc. However, after I happened to see Robert Pattinson in "Water for Elephants" I decided I had to give "Twilight" a try. Boy, was I proven wrong, age has absolutely nothing to do with it, not when the story is this good! So, after seeing the first movie (and making my husband watch it with me again the next day--he's now a fan too), we rushed out and bought the rest of the DVDs and got caught up. We have seen "Breaking Dawn part 2" twice now as well. That same week I also ordered this book set. And then, when it came, I read the entire set TWICE in less than a month. I kid you not, folks, and we are talking about over 2500 pages in all! It may be an old saying but I literally could not put them down. As my husband can tell you, when I was reading there was no interrupting me! Stephenie Meyers is a fantastic writer, one of the best I've read in a very long time. And I read a lot. The last time I was even close to being this absorbed in a series was when I read the "Harry Potter" books. In the "Twilight" series, Meyers reveals an incredible talent for bringing unique characters to life in a way that draws you completely into the world she sees in her mind, she creates a new, vibrant vampire--and wherewolf--mythology in a world that seems so real it's as if you could step right into it without any hesitation (just as Bella does). Bella is a 17-year-old high school girl in love with forever-17-year-old vampire Edward, and their love story becomes the stuff of legend set in reality. Later, when it grows into a love triangle with newly-transformed wherewolf Jacob, reality takes on a whole new meaning. And amid love and joy Bella must also face death, loss and pain before she can make the final choice for her future. There really isn't one sentence or paragraph that can truly capture the entire tale and do it justice because Meyers' writing is so visceral, she makes you experience everything so deeply along with her characters as they journey through her masterful storytelling. Everything feels fully three-dimensional, from the intensly detailed inner thought processes of the main characters to the dramatic and often comical dialogue between them, from the richly described environments in which they live to the sometimes difficult and distant places they find themselves going to, Meyers never takes any short cuts with her writing. From what quite literally began as a happy dream one night, she has created an entire world that I will eagerly return to again and again. I am also extremely impressed that Meyers made sure to keep a strong grip on her material when the movies were being made, making sure that they stayed as true to the original books as humanly possible.Yes, the books contain more than the movies for which I am grateful, but they are really close and that is miraculous for all of the Twi-hard book fans out there! I could probably go on for pages here so I will wrap this up by saying that no matter your age or gender you will find so much in these books that transcends typical fantasy stories that I strongly urge everyone to take a chance and jump into the "Twilight" Universe!!!

Contrary to appearances, The Twilight Saga is not bloated with bloody action sequences. And of course that does not mean it must be boring. The action sequences that exist are well done and are not overdone. My approach to The Twilight Saga was similar to my approach to the Harry Potter books. They both seemed suitable only for teenagers. Stephenie Meyer's first book in the series, Twilight, also seemed too romantic for my male tastes, and I was afraid it would be a dish of pulp fiction smeared with vampire sleaze. But she wrote sequels, they continued to be published, and they continued to be bestsellers. So I read some reviews. The reviews gave me another reason to avoid the books: They were boring. I mean, that is what a few reviews said. Things like this: "This is not horror. Why should I care what Bella [the main character] does in class? I survived four years of boredom in my own high school. Am I supposed to pay the author to torture me with more of the same?" I refused to buy into the series. But when the first movie came out, I thought moviemakers might edit the boring parts. I saw the movie and was pleased. Likewise for the second movie. Thanks to the movies, I read more book reviews, and I noticed that the series of books had ended. That was good. In a series that does not end, the books have a habit of becoming cookie-cutter copies. Read one and you have read them all. Knowing that The Twilight Saga had an ending and seeing that amazon.com offered a good deal on a boxed set, I took a chance. (The third movie came out before I read the books, but I have postponed seeing it, not wanting to spoil my reading more than it may already have been spoiled.) Having just completed my reading of the four novels, I have reached a conclusion regarding the allegation that these books are only for teenagers. The allegation is baloney. The sole indication I found that the books are only for teenagers is the absence of vulgar language. For example, I am sure that if Meyer's characters were realistic, they would use the common F-word instead of using Meyer's "freaking." But that is not her fault. If she used the F-word, high school libraries might not shelve her books, or at least they might restrict them to eighteen-year olds. Many teenagers would be denied easy access to a story that is obviously suitable for them, if not suitable only for them. Is the story too romantic? I do I hold true to the conviction that a human being cannot love a human being. It is impossible. Also I maintain that marriage is a social invention, not a natural one. Therefore I disapproved of Bella's obsession with love, and I was wary of her mate Edward's insistence on marriage. Nevertheless these are secondary complaints. Since I do not deny males and females the freedom to cohabit, the issues of love and marriage become academic. If Bella and Edward want to live together, that is okay. (As long as they are not denied the freedom to separate.) Regarding these books having too much bloody sleaze, I think not. The blood and gore is minimal, appropriate for the telling of the story. Regarding the alleged boredom, I feel that "boredom" is too harsh. I do think the content includes much that is prosaic. Enough that I would categorize the books as romance, as well as horror. Pages are filled with domestic life, high school scenes, small talk, a beach party, lovemaking, and teenage dating. But I suppose this is standard material for romance novels, and many readers welcome it. I for one tolerated it, and I was rewarded when I got to uplifting sequences of plot development and denouement. In other words, the prosaic sequences were necessary for the development of the story. NOTE: I do not regret having seen the first two movies. Indeed if they encourage you to read the books, I recommend seeing them. Regarding the two movies, I remember them as being more violent than the books. Also, the appearances of the movie characters only hint at the aesthetic perfection of the characters in the books.

I just have to say that I am a very HUGE fan of TWILIGHT!!! With that being said I was not always a huge fan of it. I heard and seen the interviews, previews, ect... On everything Twilight and was just not interested. Until one day I was BIG PREGERS and very bored. Being house-bound for your entire pregnancy gets boring after awhile and so I wondered about the movie after hearing so much about it. So after about 6 months of hearing about it, I decided to watch the movie. I loved it!!! I didn't know that there was going to be more books or movies just was happy to have watched the movie and was pleased. To be totally honest I didn't even know that it was based on a book series. If I had known that, I would have just read the books first and then went for the movies. I do have to say that I did hear about Twilight after my son was born, thus is when the Twilight book first came out and I was intrigued with it, but I was also 17/18 now I'm 23. I never put the 2 puzzle pieces together that it was the same book or author until recently. So after finding out this past year that the first 3 movies were based on the books and there would be a 4th I was like man I have to get them BOOKS. So I did and I was more than pleased with them. I have read every book in just 5 days. That should tell you right there that I was like man this is too good to put down. Given that I was some what a little bit disappointed about how much the books and the movies were so different. I still cant get over the books or the movies for that matter. I am all about everything TWILIGHT! I had never been a fiction reader much every once in a-while as a kid, or when I would get free books from family or friends then yea but not really on my own. So I'm very shocked and will have to look around thanks to this series from Stephenie Meyer. You have to buy them you will not be disappointed. They are one of the best investments I have ever purchased for myself!!! For the books over all review I have to say that Twilight is good New Moon was good-er Eclipse was better and Breaking Dawn is... Well the BEST DUH!!! Books wise for me that is I loved all them but it was plots in the last book that got my attention the most with everything. But every books has its good plots mine just happened to be the love making ones (haha). Twilight you get to meet them and start to recognize the characters. Also you get more of a feel for TEAM EDWARD OR TEAM JACOB. This book would be more of the Swan Family, and Cullen Family, and the Bad Nomad Vamps, Bella's Friends. New Moon you get to love them. Really feel for them all. We get to meet the Vicious Volturi, and the Wolves. Eclipse is more or less that you understand them and fall even more in love with the characters. You meet New-Borns. And in Breaking Dawn you relate to them in your own ways, even more so given the situations that are going on. You meet tons of the Cullen Family's Friends and Relatives, New Born Family members, More of the Volturi Members. They also say that the books were based upon other famous books which you might take note on if you like them as well. Twilight - Pride and Prejudice. New Moon - Romeo and Juliet. Eclipse - Withering Heights. Breaking Dawn - A Mid Summers Night Dream and A Merchant of Venice. With all this being said I don't see how you would not be interested in reading the books!

If you grew up loving Twilight or are just discovering the saga, this white box set is absolutely stunning. The minimalist covers give it a fresh, elegant look while still holding all the nostalgia of the original series. Each book feels well-made, and the set includes Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, Midnight Sun, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner. It’s a complete collection that looks gorgeous on any bookshelf. The stories themselves? Still as emotional, romantic, and addicting as ever. This edition feels like a collector’s dream and the perfect gift for any Twilight lover.

The books came in a lot faster than I expected them too, they arrived in great quality, in perfect condition as well. Collection box had no issues or damage to it, I loved it.

Lovely set. The boxed collection I received is just over 8 x 8 inches. This was the sizing I was hoping for, but wasn't sure I would receive. From previous reviews and photos the collection seemed to be two different sizes in the paper format. The box case was sealed in plastic, but the four corners of box facing out did have small white spots where the red rubbed away from pressure. I don't mind this, on a shelf it still looks good. And the box is made of paper so a little wear in transit is to be expected. Yes the fit is tight but that's what I want. Tip the case forward with the books you don't want to come out covered on each side (with your hands) and lightly shake the case. The book you want will shimmy forward and you can pull it out. Based on a prior review I double checked that Breaking Dawn was not missing pages or out of sequence. It wasn't but I noticed that my page count was much lower- prev reviewer went into 700+ pages for BD while mine ends on page 640. So I must have a larger sized page. I received my set today so, I haven't read thru each book for any errors yet. It looks wonderful. I already own the books on Kindle and have read them multiple times, but now I want to physically hold them in my hand. These feel perfect for me. Just the right size and weight. I prefer paper to hardcover. BD is my favorite book so I NEEDED that one to be complete. The ending pages are what I expected so- perfect! I'm happy to add this set to my collection of all the digital movies, the decorative dvd set, and the kindle set. I feel like I have it all now. This set was worth my purchase price of $45. I missed a small coupon by a day but I don't care. This set does include Midnight Sun and The short second life of bree tanner. I HIGHLY recommend.

Came with a little damage to the corner of the book holder.

I am excited to reread these! Came super fast and were on sale!

the cover designs are really pretty - I 100% recommend to buy them cause the story is great but I think a lot of you know this since nearly everyone saw the films ( which are also really good) they are really good deco - like I said the covers are great and make every bookshelf look better

Quick delivery, well wrapped and arrived in great condition. Really pleased with the item and exactly as described. Would definitely buy again. 👍

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Español: Realmente precioso! no había leído esta saga y ahora puedo disfrutarla entera. Tienes que tener cuidado con las portadas blancas porque se manchan fácil,pero no es un gran problema, son hermosas, las letras de los títulos tienen un acabado brilloso en rojo y se ve muy lindo, además,por el precio está increíble, recomendado al 100. English: Really pretty, I haven't read this saga and now i'm enjoying the books. You have to be careful with the white covers because you can stain it very easily, but it doesn't really matter, they are lovely, the titles of the books are in a shiny red ink, so pretty, and for the price, it's all what you can ask for.

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