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Eclipse: The Twilight Saga, Book 3

(2007, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Stephenie Meyer)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Engrossing vampire read is bad model of romance.

Themes in this book include:   dating/crushes, friendship
updated 09.25.09

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–15

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The whole Twilight series centers around obsessive romance and may give the wrong idea about how to behave in relationships.

  • Role models:

    Bella is a helpless damsel in distress, and her life completely revolves around her love, from whom she can't stand to be separated, and for whom she will make any sacrifice, including her family and life. In Book 2 Edward attempted suicide when he thought Bella was dead. In this one Jacob threatens it if Bella chooses Edward. Overall Bella doesn't have healthy relationships, yet they're not portrayed as unhealthy -- just romantic.

  • Violence:

    Vampires fight and dismember one another, with some help from werewolves. Body parts fly. A helpless teen vampire who has surrendered is killed anyway.

  • Sex:

    Kissing. Lots o'kissing. Bella wants more, but Edward says no. Bella's father awkwardly tries to have a sex talk with her.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Eclipse: The Twilight Saga, Book 3

Parents need to know that, aside from some kissing and one violent fight, the main concern here is how Bella is portrayed. This book follows the conventions of a romance novel -- the heroine is completely helpless, and completely obsessed with her love, and this is portrayed as perfectly OK instead of unhealthy.

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  • Families can talk about Bella's relationship with Edward. Why is she so obsessed with him? Why can't she be apart from him? Do you think this is what true love is really like? Do you think it's healthy? Why or why not?
  • Why do you think the Twilight series, with the books and now the movies, is so popular, even with adults?
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  1. Parent Reviewer
    Human
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Excessive consumerism
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    poor quality movie

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    abiqailsotelo4
    I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    ahh for everyone

    This book its just perfect.! i love it! i love how bella and edward love each other! :)) me encanta!

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    abiqailsotelo4
    I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    It's he perfect book! So romantic! I love it

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    paramorechic575
    I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it 5.0

    not for younger kids !! ):

    this is a great book really popular right now but its not good 4 youger kids!!

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  5. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Luna Lovegood
    I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    horrible

    hated it not for kids or young teens maybe grow to like it but its a joke compared to harry potter

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