• Midnight Sun

  • By: Stephenie Meyer
  • Narrated by: Jake Abel
  • Length: 25 hrs and 49 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (23,036 ratings)

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Midnight Sun

By: Stephenie Meyer
Narrated by: Jake Abel
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Publisher's summary

Number one best-selling 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, listeners 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 and brings us an epic novel about the profound pleasures and devastating consequences of immortal love.

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Critic 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)

"[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)

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Editor's Pick

Step aside, Robert Pattinson...
we have our new Edward
As any Twihard would know, Midnight Sun has been a long time coming. I remember how devastating it was to learn that Stephenie Meyer had shelved the manuscript after the partially written draft leaked to the internet. Now, finally, we can hear Twilight from Edward's perspective, and, man, does it deliver. I couldn't have asked for a better voice for Edward Cullen than Jake Abel. His timbre and his emotional—but also strangely levelheaded—delivery captures exactly how I always imagined Edward would sound. And with 25 hours to get comfortable in the story, pretty much any detail that was glossed over in Twilight is covered here. Basically, this means my teen self can now die happy. —Melissa B., Audible Editor

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Didn’t finish yet so far so good

I hate his voice it’s heard to listen to tbh
I wish it was more soothing or smooth

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Meh...

Basically it’s the same as the other books all over again with some commentary by Edward. Just trying to keep Edward and Bella story “alive” a little longer.

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A DIFFERENT VIEW!

Really loved experiencing the story from Edward's viewpoint! It added a deeper facet to a jewel of a tale!

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narrator?

didn't like the narrator. he sounded much older than I was expecting his voice too sound. more like Jacob than Edward.

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loved it!!!!

Stephanie is amazing. The story from Edward is exactly what we ask needed and made the story come full circle.

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Wrong Voice for narrator/Edward

They chose the wrong person to read- the voice is too flat, deep, rough, and angry sounding. It’s just...wrong. I couldn’t get past the first few chapters. I’m going to just read it on kindle instead.

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wonderful listen

absolutely loved this side of the story...so riviting and moving...narration was excellent...great listen overall...nice

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Unbelievable Performance by Jake Abel

I read the Twilight books in my mid-20’s, so I wasn’t sure how I’d feel about this book as a 40-year old. I enjoyed getting things from Edward’s perspective, definitely a more mature version of the story. But what really impressed me was the narrator. Jake Abel is one of the best narrators I’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to. Bravo!

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The long wait was definitely worth it.

Loved Edwards version. I'm torn witch was better hers or his. Thank you for writing this. I also hope you are inspired to write the rest from Edwards side also. Amazing how in depth his mind truly is. You did a great job bringing that wonderful side to us.

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Edward’s struggles are so “human”

I’m a fan of Edward’s internal dialogue and appreciate the narrators performance. Edward’s struggle with loving Bella but not wanting her to be a vampire feel so real and “human.” Their teasing and flirty humor is just icing on the cake.

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