I hade to read this book after reading the first two books in the series because I didn't want it to end and I wanted to know what was going to happen. I wouldn't say that Stephanie Meyer is the best writer but she really knows how to captivate you with the telling of her stories. I don't currently own this book but I hope to when it comes out in Paperback. 
 Bella and Edward have been through a lot in the last two books so this books feels like it should be about them getting to be together and things going their way. Of course, they have to deal with Jacob, the werewolf best friend to Bella who is continually claiming his love for her. 
 One of the things I love most about Bella is her inability to stay unharmed. She is the biggest clutz I have ever encountered in any story and it really does make things funny. Edward on the other hand is the most moral vampire you will ever come across because he wants love, marriage and intimate relations in that order. And you would think with all his concern and straight forward honesty, Charlie (Bella's dad) would just love him, but alas he can't get over the heartbreak in New Moon. 
 I have to mention Jacob again because I really liked him and I guess I still do but in this book he really steps over the line. He pretty much forces a kiss on Bella and then gives her an ultimatium about his life which doesn't go over very well. He also forces Bella into an assumption about her feelings that doesn't really ring true to me. Yes, Bella loves Jacob because he is her best friend but somehow what Jacob wants her to feel doesn't see so plausible because no matter what he thinks she wants Edward and there is no stopping her. 
 There are some really great mischeivious moments with Bella and Alice and we get to know the La Push Werewolves a little bettter which I like. I'm a total fan of Seth because he's such a sweetie and he paw high-fives Edward. We also learn a little more about the whole imprinting thing and while it is strange and in some cases really wierd it is also a nice touch and very similar to what the vampires experience when they find their mates. 
 This has to be one of the best of the series. I loved Twilight but this one is right up there with it because I like Edward's overprotective nature and his bride to Alice. I also love that we get to know a little more about the Cullen Clan. 
 This series is totally worth it. Go for it.