Midnight Sun - book cover
Science Fiction & Fantasy
  • Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Large type / Large print edition
  • Published : 04 Aug 2020
  • Pages : 1072
  • ISBN-10 : 0316592633
  • ISBN-13 : 9780316592635
  • Language : English

Midnight Sun

#1 bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly anticipated companion: the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from the vampire's point of view.
When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella's side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward's version in the long-awaited companion novel, Midnight Sun.
This unforgettable tale as told through Edward's eyes takes on a new and decidedly dark twist. Meeting Bella is both the most unnerving and intriguing event he has experienced in all his years as a vampire. As we learn more fascinating details about Edward's past and the complexity of his inner thoughts, we understand why this is the defining struggle of his life. How can he justify following his heart if it means leading Bella into danger?
In Midnight Sun, Stephenie Meyer transports us back to a world that has captivated millions of readers and brings us an epic novel about the profound pleasures and devastating consequences of immortal love.
An instant #1 New York Times BestsellerAn instant #1 USA Today BestsellerAn instant #1 Wall Street Journal BestsellerAn instant #1 IndieBound BestsellerApple Audiobook August Must-Listens Pick
"People do not want to just read Meyer's books; they want to climb inside them and live there." -- Time
"A literary phenomenon." -- New York Times

Editorial Reviews

"For ardent fans of the star-crossed couple, [Midnight Sun] offers a more richly detailed view of Forks, Wash., and its inhabitants, undead and otherwise."―The New York Times

"So, will team Edward be happy with this book?... Absolutely. Meyer wrote with her biggest fans in mind, dedicating the book to them, and plunging into the mind of Washington state's most complicated teenage vampire as he falls for a woman who is more determined than we've given her credit for."―The Washington Post

"[Midnight Sun] is more complex, more sophisticated and less innocent than Twilight. Although it was Bella's story that launched more than a decade's worth of young adult sci-fi and dystopian heroines, it turns out the narrative power -- and compelling internal drama -- was on Edward's side all along."―Time

"Stephenie Meyer's Midnight Sun brings about a long-awaited consummation. It's not a climactic moment between teenager Bella Swan and the gorgeous vampire Edward Cullen but a consummation that reconnects Ms. Meyer with her vast and hungry audience.... Will gratify devotees."―The Wall Street Journal

"The new book does, however, unexpectedly and rather wonderfully, suggest that the Bella-Edward relationship was never the central love affair of the Twilight series. Humans and vampires may gaze meaningfully into each other's eyes, but the true passion in the books is Meyer's love for her readers -- and their love for her."―NBC News

Readers Top Reviews

HaliMadelyn BennettB
I was sent the book in LARGE PRINT. Its huge. Are you joking?
me
Received the Large Print version instead of the one advertised. The book is much heavier than the regular version, so it was uncomfortable to hold while reading. Contacted Amazon and they refused to exchange it for the correct one. The seller couldn't do anything about it because it was fulfilled by Amazon. Be careful with future book purchases.
jashmond
I really loved getting to read Edwards point of view. I also think Stephanie did an outstanding job at capturing the differences in their thought patterns and processes. Only issue with this book is that they sent me the large print edition when I purchased just the regular edition, I even tried to get it replaced and they still sent me the large print edition. Made reading it a little annoying.