Twilight Collector's Edition (The Twilight Saga)
by Stephenie Meyer
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Book Summary Information
Author: Stephenie MeyerEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-11-18
ISBN: 0316033413
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Book Reviews of Twilight Collector's Edition (The Twilight Saga)
Book Review: Collector's Edition Book PRODUCT review...not the story.
Summary: 2 Stars
It seems everyone is so busy giving content reviews that always seem to entail entirely of the repetitive explaining of the books plot (which, by the way, anyone can read in back of the actual book or on the Amazon -- or any other book store for that matter -- expert. You really don't have to keep typing up the plot of the story over an over. Just give your OPINION!). Be that as it may, there is still no mention of anyone's take of the actual physical item. If there is, after about the 25th review, I just got tired of looking. It just seems so hard to find reviews of the actual physical product (be it books, movies, whatever!), which can be frustrating because sometimes I'd like to know if the more expensive collector/limited editions are really worth their prices. So anyway, this will be my quick 2-cents about the Collector's edition of this book, with the 2-star rating based on the physical item and not the actual story. This review will also coincide with the rest of the collection as they have all been made the same way.
For such a widely popular story, I was really expecting a lot more in the making of this edition (especially considering the price). Sure, it looks nice and pretty with the plastic on (or in the stock photos), but almost as soon as you take the plastic off, the wear and tear starts. Almost any movement will create some kind of blemish on the case, which is also not as sturdy as I thought it would be; very flimsy cardboard indeed. I've also noticed the placement of the spine printing is off-center a lot. The first one I bought (that came with the case completely damaged, by the way) had the spine printing so far to the right, it almost started wrapping around to the front! I guess some were made with better care than others because I have seen some that are aligned correctly. As for the actual book inside, it's ok. Very plain except for the small square sticker pasted on the front that depicts the original cover photo (just seems a little off to me for it to be there). On the plus side, it does have the old-fashioned uneven frayed edging to the pages that I've always liked in books. The ribbon bookmark is just a plain old red satin ribbon that will probably start to fray by the time you finish reading the book.
Overall, this collector's edition is nicer than the first printed books (something would definitely be wrong if it wasn't), but for such a well-known/liked book I just expected so much more. Unless you're a complete die-hard fan that doesn't care about money at all, I really wouldn't spend more than the $20-$25 (or less) retail before it becomes out of print and sellers try to gouge you with the "out-of-print-collectors" price (saw several of these on fee-bay a few months back going for over $100...what?!). Try to buy it before all that nonsense if you really want it. Otherwise, do yourself a favor and just save your money; perhaps a better quality collector's edition will come out later.
Summary of Twilight Collector's Edition (The Twilight Saga)
When seventeen-year-old Isabella Swan moves to Forks, Washington to live with her father she expects that her new life will be as dull as the town itself. In spite of her awkward manner and low expectations, she finds that her new classmates are drawn to this pale, dark-haired new girl in town. But not, it seems, the Cullen family. These five adopted brothers and sisters obviously prefer their own company and will make no exception for Bella. Bella is convinced that Edward Cullen in particular hates her, but she feels a strange attraction to him, although his hostility makes her feel almost physically ill. He seems determined to push her away - until, that is, he saves her life from an out of control car. Bella will soon discover that there is a very good reason for Edward's coldness. He, and his family, are vampires - and he knows how dangerous it is for others to get too close.The book that started the phenomenon is now available in a deluxe collector's edition! Featuring a ribbon bookmark, cloth cover, ragged edges, new chapter opener designs, and a beautiful protective slipcase, this edition is perfect for fans and collectors alike.
Bella Swan's move to Forks, a small, perpetually rainy town in Washington, could have been the most boring move she ever made. But once she meets the mysterious and alluring Edward Cullen, Bella's life takes a thrilling and terrifying turn. Up until now, Edward has managed to keep his vampire identity a secret in the small community he lives in, but now nobody is safe, especially Bella, the person Edward holds most dear.
Deeply romantic and extraordinarily suspenseful, Twilight captures the struggle between defying our instincts and satisfying our desires. This is a love story with bite.
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