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By: Carmen

Carmen — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:19:42 +0000

I’m a 15 year old and I was in love with this book series. The moives ruined the books for me. My 10 year old brother has read Twilight thanks to my mom buying him a copy because I refused to let him read my copy because he is too young to read this series. With everything that goes on in the books as a whole I don’t think you should read them until you are at least in 7th grade. I know that alomst everyone has read this series at my school though. If you are looking for good books for pre-teens to read then I suggest The Door Within by Wayne Thomas Batson or Maximum Ride, perhaps Vampire Kisses but I would say it depends on the parent. God bless and happy readings.

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:08:07 +0000

I have to say first that I do agree with a parent wanting to check on the books that their child reads. But, these books are relatively mild. There are romantic elements within it. But these elements are related to the elements of abstinence (Edward and Bella) and close friends (Bella and Jacob). I think that you should read the books first before you pass a final judgement on it. My mother did the same thing when I was younger and wanted to read a new book so I absolutely understand. But I am now 19 years old and I absolutely love this series. I am a college student who loves to read and if I have a free moment these are the first books I pick up to read for my free time.

By: Adri

Adri — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:45:33 +0000

A friend gave me copy of the first book an I was presently surprised at how much I liked it. Vampires and romance aren’t usually what I like. I’ve since enjoyed the other books ad the 1st movie. Some points reminded me of the Christian walk, sacrificial, people thinking they are unlovable etc. Unfortanetly Twilight isn’t the book for a Christian book club so, it’s hard to tell what hearkens to real Christian values and what is just wishful thinking.

By: Crystal

Crystal — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:21:09 +0000

I am a married woman in my twenties with a 2 year old child. I have just recently became interested in the Twilight saga and I LOVE it!! I read through the whole series in 2 weeks and I’m not a reader, and I have seen the movie SEVERAL times, as I have tickets for the midnight showing of New Moon. I don’t see where their is ANYTHING wrong with this series. People need to realize and remember that this is just fiction!! It is crazy that people have made this out to be some “evil” movie when it is basically a new age Romeo & Juliet. I mean, you don’t hear this big uproar over such popular movies that have drugs, sex, & adultry but let a teenage girl fall in love with a vampire and obstain from having sex while having a werewolf as her best friend and people go CRAZY!!

By: missy crace

missy crace — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:53:01 +0000

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By: Rachael

Rachael — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:37:54 +0000

I am a Christian, 29, who loves the series. I only have an infant son, but I would let my teenage daughter read them. I have the perspective to see that this is FICTION, therefore, not real. So should I have a daughter who is interested, I would most certainly have that discussion with her especially about they obsessive love themes. I am interested in this book and will read it.

By: Margaret

Margaret — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:08:53 +0000

I have read all of the Twilight books and I enjoyed them, but there is no way I would let a young child read them, or see the movies. I have Beth’s book on my to read list because I’m really interested in what she has to say about the series!

By: TulipGirl

TulipGirl — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:20:12 +0000

Quote: “Okay, I have to say, that I will not be reading this book. Their is nothing wrong with them…”

I’d encourage you to reconsider reading “Touched…” While it does critique some of the themes in the Twilight saga, it isn’t “anti-Twilight.”

By: Marj M.

Marj M. — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:50:24 +0000

I have never seen this TV series. (we have had no reception for going on 6 yrs. and do not miss it.) I have a 14 year old grand daughter, on the other hand, who watches this show with her mom. I know they would both enjoy the book. (After I read it too)

By: john pratt

john pratt — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:07:39 +0000

i haven’t read the book but would love to. please include me for the chance to win the book.

By: Thomas

Thomas — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:55:31 +0000

I’m probably the only guy writing on this. Oh well. I had Dr. Jones as a theology professor in college. She’s a great teacher, and I’m going to say this book is a must-read for any parent with tween/teen girls familiar with the Twilight series. She always has a way of presenting with clarity and wisdom that is totally admirable.

Thanks for your contribution to the Twilight discussion, Dr. Jones!

By: Cindy B. in Montana

Cindy B. in Montana — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:20:59 +0000

I’m a 50+. Hubby and I saw Twilight. I hadn’t even heard of the series till the movie came out and all the hoopla started. We both thought the movie was cheesy, but I like the story. My step-daughter is a huge Twilight fan and she convinced me to read the books. I’m just finishing up Eclipse. I do like the books and enjoy the story line, but I’m definitely not addicted. I can put the book down to get things done

By: Angel B

Angel B — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:37:25 +0000

I have read the whole saga and absolutely love them. I do not have any daughters this age, but I am a fourth grade teacher. A lot of my girls started wanting to read them last year. I strongly advised against this. They are ten years old!! No, the first few books are not “explicit,” but it is just too heavy for girls this age! Not to mention that Bella is not always the world’s best role model for young girls who do not know any better. And besides, the last book does get a little graphic. It’s tasteful, but definitely not something I want my daughter reading until she is at least 15 or 16 and I know she can handle it.

But as a Twilight fan, I would love to read this book! I am definitely putting it on my list!