New Moon - Stephenie Meyer

Not bad, fun read, again. Elements of the plot are ripped from Romeo and Juliet, in case you couldn't tell from the 6 explicit references to the work, or the passage where the protagonist compares her situation, in detail, to the play. But, it's R&J with all the meaning, including social and psychological commentary, taken out of it. The climax of the book is interesting, but I found it kind of lacking impact after the first initial rush. I think the author needs tighter control of her pacing. Still, I had a great time reading it and think the author's great at drawing you in.