The announcement that a prequel to the beloved Twilight series, titled Midnight Sun, was on the way sent a wave of excitement through the fandom. However, with that excitement came the inevitable backlash from critics. You know the type—those who argue that Bella lacks depth, claim Edward is nothing more than a creepy stalker, and insist that Stephenie Meyer’s writing is subpar. Even after 15 years, these naysayers feel the need to voice their disdain for a story about a seemingly mundane teenager who falls for a centuries-old vampire. (Let’s not forget, he’s perpetually stuck at 17!)
If you consider yourself part of this elite literary circle, I have a message for you: Keep it to yourself. Seriously. Your condescending opinions are not welcome here. We, the Twi-hards, are ecstatic about the release of Midnight Sun, and frankly, I couldn’t care less if you think my taste in literature is lacking. Your views are irrelevant to me and to the many fans eagerly anticipating this release. So, take a back seat, would you?
I see you over there, the one who claims to read Dostoyevsky and Palahniuk, all while sipping on a bottle of wine that costs more than my monthly grocery bill. Bravo! My bookshelves also boast a mix of classic literature and contemporary works, and I enjoy them well enough, but I’ve never reread any of them quite like I have with Twilight.
It’s absurd that some people feel the need to criticize us simply for enjoying these books. What do you hope to achieve by dampening our excitement? Do you also have a penchant for hating cute kittens and tiny babies? Yes, we understand the mechanics of good writing—character arcs, dialogue, and narrative structure—yet we still love Twilight for what it is: a captivating story.
Twilight was a phenomenon that captivated me like no other. I found myself reading at red lights, praying for them to turn back to green so I could get just a few more sentences in. I would sneak peeks at the pages hidden beneath my desk during work meetings, hoping no one noticed my literary transgressions. The characters haunted my dreams, and I could relate to Bella’s feelings of ordinariness. The allure of a vampire who is drawn to you despite the danger he represents is simply irresistible.
I’m especially grateful to Meyer for choosing to release Midnight Sun during these chaotic times; it’s exactly the kind of escape many of us need. Interestingly, this book was never supposed to see the light of day. I vividly remember the uproar in 2008 when an early draft was leaked online, causing Meyer considerable distress. She shared the leaked pages on her website but maintained she would never release a complete version. After years of waiting, I had almost lost hope, but here we are—it’s actually happening!
Let me be clear: I’m not here to persuade anyone to embrace Twilight. If it doesn’t resonate with you, that’s perfectly fine. Everyone has their preferences, and it’s essential to respect that. My heart simply longs for the thrill of a diamond-hard eternity with my vampire family in a stunning modern abode tucked away in the woods.
You are entitled to your opinion about Twilight, even if it’s negative. Just remember not to extinguish the joy of others simply because you think your literary taste is superior. The only thing you’re likely to achieve is making us want to thump you with our brand-new copy of Midnight Sun.
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In summary, my love for Twilight is unwavering, and I’ll proudly wear the ‘Twi-Hard’ label for eternity. We can appreciate literature in all its forms, but there’s something uniquely thrilling about the world Meyer created, and I’m here for it.