A guy reads Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (2009-2011)

Reading Twilight: Chapter 10 (Interrogations)

by Kaleb Nation

by Kaleb Nation

The song for this chapter is Song In My Head by Sherwood

[audio:https://twilightguy.com/music/songinmyhead.mp3]

As I started on this chapter, I couldn’t help but think back on all the memorable snacks I have enjoyed so far while reading, usually munching with one hand and turning the pages with the other to avoid greasy stains on its pages. So far, I have enjoyed popcorn for two of the chapters, some Tex-Mex chips-and-salsa for another, leftover macaroni a few weeks ago, and today: half of a pepperoni pizza.

My reasoning for doing two things at once is that I usually discover upon picking up the book that I haven’t eaten in six or so hours and I had better do two things at once before I blasphemously nibble on the pages. Also, being starving, exhausted and up past midnight makes me feel more like the way true Twilighters end up after picking up the book: not even wanting to stop reading for such frivolous necessities required to keep oneself in the land of the living. So without further ado, my pizza-stained fingers flip through Chapter the Tenth!

Speaking of eating, I find it interesting the things I discovered in this chapter about Edward’s own hunting habits. I recently discovered the meaning of the term ‘vegetarian’ as used in Twilight, and to see the way that Edward gets around that to keep himself alive is certainly one I hadn’t expected. But of course, I’m wondering exactly what happens to him in the sunlight, and what would happen if he does drink human blood? I am catching something behind him being able to smell Bella from so far away and follow her scent, and even though I don’t think it has been said yet, I am thinking that he is actually smelling the scent of her blood. Is they why he calls himself dangerous? I am thinking that it is becoming very hard for him to resist.

Being a writer, I can’t help picking up on funny phrases and just laughing uproariously trying to imagine what they could mean. Any writer will know what part of this sentence caught me:

I couldn’t argue, with the eyes or the motivation, and it was a moot point anyway.

What? Moot Point? I apologize to all the non-writers out there, but when I see that phrase, a great many things come to mind, including but not limited to:

Davy Crockett, in his favorite Moot Point pose:

Davy Crockett, in his favorite Moot Point pose

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After our coach called the referee an asparagus, the opposing team was given one Moot Point:

One Moot Point

Sorry, I just can’t help what goes through my crazy brain. If you want to know the actual definition of the term, I discovered it over here.

Anyhow, this chapter was full of great stuff and I am getting the feeling that it is lining up for something big. I also have a feeling that it will be in The Famous Chapter 13, which causes nearly everyone to swoon just by it’s very mention. This also leads me to a question out of curiosity: what chapter is the best in Twilight? I want to see which one I should be looking forward to with greatest anticipation 😀 .

Next chapter coming soon!

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131 Responses

  1. You’re definitely picking up on the story.
    The good part’s coming up.

    I must say, I really think Chapter 13 is THE best chapter in the entire book. It’s….yeah, it’s amazing. No words can possibly describe it.

    Chaper 22 might be my second favorite. It gets your heart pumping. Chapter 23 kind of intertwines along with it. This is the one part of the movie I’m so excited to see. It’ll be awesome to see it when it’s played out live.

    You’re so close to the defining point in the story. Don’t stop!

    I also can’t wait to see what you’ll think of New Moon and Eclipse. Particularly New Moon. That one threw everybody for a loop. :]

    Have fun reading!
    -Makayla

  2. Ah, you catch on quick. I didn’t have time to stop and think when I was reading because I was to busy flipping the pages.

    So it’s interesting your mind is blogging with these questions. [smart questions too]

    Haha, and I loved your little rant on “moot point”

    Glad you updated, keep them coming ! Can’t wait for you to read the next chapter !!!

  3. i agree with Makayla. Chapter 13 and Chapter 22 are also my favorite chapters 🙂

  4. Yeah, Chapter 13 is one of my favorite’s, too. Very swoon-worthy (for me at least), which, thank you by the way for giving me a swoon attack before school. I think that means it’s going to be a good day.
    You are coming up with some great questions! I’m impressed, but that’s probably because I wouldn’t put it down the first time I read it, therefore not allowing myself to think of many questions.
    Can’t wait for your next update, and of course your choice of snack for chapter 11. For 13, it had better be something epic, mister!

  7. I think Chapter 18 is the best altough yes it does make me swoon at the thought of 13 -sighs- Anyways, I think The Game (18) is the best by far because it int-…nevermind don’t want to ruin it. 😛

  8. A moot point is an issue that could be debated for the sake of learning more or about simular situations in the future, but the ideas are no longer really relevant. I could explain it better if I had my book(my mother-in-law has my copy) sitting right here.

  9. Your journey through the book reminds me I need to go read Twilight again :O

    My New Moon book is full of pizza stains D: And maybe spaghetti stains.

  11. Oh, 13! Of course. I don’t swoon but I do squee. *squees to demonstrate*

    I like 14, too, 16, 17, 23 and I don’t like but DO like at the same time, 24.

    And then of course, the Epilogue…

    But at least on 13 you need something BIG. Or else…lol

  13. I love chapter 13, but I also love the Port Angeles chapter, an chapters 14 and 15. 14 and 15 are probably my favorites along with 13. And I also love chapter 23 too.
    Reading your blog make me want to reread the book for like the 10th time… damn you, I’m supposed to be revising! lol

  14. I don’t have my Twilight in front of me now…(I know, blasphemous), but I am assuming chapter 13 is the famous meadow scene. That is definitely my favorite chapter. You need to eat a snack worthy of such a chapter as that.OoOO, instead of a snack, since it’s so special, make dinner, eat and read. 🙂

    The Game chapter is also one of my faves…*sigh*

    Can’t wait to read your thoughts!

  15. Ch. 13 in twilight is the best. However the best chapter over all has to be ch 20 in Eclipse.

  16. I totally agree with Jenny – Ch. 13 is the best in Twilight – But Ch. 20 in Eclipse is awesome… actually there is not a chapter in Eclipse that I DON’t enjoy – it is my favorite book of the 3.

  17. Definately Ch 13. It’s too sweet. Like a perfect moment for the both of them. I absolutely love all of the books, It’s kind of hard to pick a favorite.

  18. You are really an observant reader, and I’m really impressed with your theories! I’ll just say keep reading and the answers to all your questions will soon be revealed…

    And the infamous chapter 13… It definitely makes every girl swoon (mention the words “the Meadow” and listen to the collaborative fangirl sigh), but it’s also a really important chapter. It’s among my favorites, but I also love the two following chapters, 14 and 15. And chapter 23 really touches your heart…

  19. OMG! THE MEADOW SCENE…I believe that’s the chapter called confessions. That is the CRAZIEST & MOST INTENSE chapter that make everyone, mostly us girls go “awww” and make us want to hyperventilate and forget to breath.
    I guess the night after the meadow scene would be second best. But overall, each chapter is great!

  20. I am so thoroughly entertained about the whole “moot point” thing. This is a phrase Stephenie likes to use a lot, although I had never heard it until I read her books. You will find it in every book she has written–yes, even once or twice in The Host. I pretty much figured that it meant “debatable but still irrelevant”.

    I like Chapter 17: The Game. Why? For just the plain girly reason that there is a great makeout scene and it gets me breathing hard. (Blush). Love this book.

  21. my opinion is this: at this point, Stephenie has been feeding us all these small and huge hints and bits of information. in the next two chapters, she gives you more, until chapter 13 where she pulls a HUGE amount of info together and a lot of things made sense all of the sudden. this book is like walking down a steadily inclining hill, a little faster and a little faster.. thirteen? all the sudden that hill of yours is way steep and you are flat out running! it really does just take off!

    while chapter 13 is absolutely fantastic, i have to say that it is not my favorite, simply because i find myself unable to pull a favorite from any of her books.. but i suppose that would be a moot point yeah? *snickers* sorry.. that was REALLY, really bad..

    keep up with the reading and the blogging! i find your pictures and your comments on the book quite humorous honestly.. 🙂

  22. Kaleb, I am a 21 year old twilighter that happen to fall on the book (yes fall) in a shelf in mexico, while traveling since then well…. as they all say I’m ADDICTED! So comiing across your blog brings a refreshing insight on how guys really feel when reading a “Novel” a friend of mine recently was in a complete stage of confusion when communicating with girls and your blog inspired me to go and buy him the book! Althought he has not recieved it, I can only hope he will be logging on to hear about guys that have fallen to the DARK SIDE 🙂 So as for your question on best chapters well YES, cliche to say CHAPTER 13 is the ONE, I suppose it is becuase its where it really all began in Stephenie’s mind so you will find it to be most condensed with what makes every girls knees turn to JELLO! BUT…… from perpective in a guys mind, I think you will find chapters 17-19 quite satisfying and worth the read!- Izzabella (Yes, I was born with tht name!)

  23. Every chapter in Twilight is amazing..:D
    (And especially every chapter where Edward opens his mouth…or is there..XD)

  25. CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13 CHAPTER 13,

    one word – meadow

    and edward is absolutely irrisistable in this chapter. i had to highlight so many lines, because theyre my favorites hahaha, i fell in love with this book because of that chapter. but also, chapter 13 is actually where many of ur questions will be answered. its very insightful and towards the end of it, you will feel like you can really sympathize with both edward and bella. it really explains a wholeeeeee lot.

    i think its the best chapter in the whole series, besides the fire and ice chapter in eclipse which is also really good.

  26. My favorite is chapter 23, The Angel. I just love the way everyone is talking!!! Oh, and I love Chapter 13, of course. Those two are most definitely my favorites.

    Haha I got a boy in my class to read Twilight!!!! I am very happy!!!!!11 =]

  28. Moot point when i first read that line. I thought FRIENDS its a MOO point. Its like a cows opinion it just doesnt matter.

  30. Hmm…my favorite would have to be 9, because that’s where we find out what Edward is… ( though we kind of already knew from reading the back of the book now didn’t we ;))

  31. Chapter 23! Then 13! The beginning of 23 (for me) is one of the biggest swooning moments in Twilight followed by 13! Haha I loved the moot point rant, nice one kaleb !

  32. for twilight? chapter 13 fer sure. but for the twilight SAGA? that would be eclipse: chapter 20: compromise. the. best. chapter. EVER.

  33. I Honestly can’t say what my favorite chapter is in twilight. I never have actually paid attention to the chapters except for being a convenient Place to stop. And in my copy of twilight, i have too many food stains. I even got some home made teal frosting in it. and the scary thing is, it’s on the first page of chapter 10. lol

  37. Yes, Chapter 13 is by far the best. It’s what spawned the entire series, afterall! 😀

  38. chapter 13 rules!!!!!!!
    and i also love the epilogue, but it is better if you read the extended version on stephenie meyer’s website. 🙂 i would find what other chapters i like, but someone borrowed my copy of twilight and so i only have a copy of eclipse. but eclipse is soooooooo good! 😀 😀

  39. i think my favorite chapter in the entire series is chapter 14 in twilight (mind over matter)

    but since you’re a guy, i dont know how much you’ll actually enjoy this one

  40. I, of course, like everyone else in the whole Twilight world, love chapter 13. It’s just the sweetest thing ever. But I actually love the Port Angeles chapter (which you’ve already read) where Edward saves her from the thugs. =]]

  42. chapter 13! the infamous Meadow Scene… *sigh*
    but chapter 23 is really good too

    New Moon chapter 20 has to be my favorite of the entire series though!
    just thinking about it makes me want to read the series all over again!

  43. I don’t know what the best chapter in Twilight is, but my favorite is chapter 23 in New Moon.

  44. Ooooo chapter 13!! Andd I love 14!! And 17-18.. the game is awesome! Its a major turning point in the series and it should be my fav scene in the movie xD I also love 21-22, and OF COURSE the epilogue

  45. I’m glad your catching on. Chapter 13 is the best chapter. I can’t wait to see what you have to say about it!:)

  46. Chapter 13 (It’s titled “Confessions”) is the best chapter, of course!

    KEEP READING, KALEB! You’re only three chapters away from from discovering what we all squeal about at the very mention of…

    The Infamous Chapter 13.

  47. 13.

    the best.

    port angeles is good. also: ch. 14, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 23.

    but 13 is the best by far. it leaves them in the dust.

  49. *crazy fangirl squeal* Okay, fine, I’ll swoon. *swoons* That is ordinarily out of character for me, but what the heck. I’m an insane fan. I get allowances. 😉

    I am excited for you to read my favorite book and enjoy it as well. *strikes a moot pose*

  50. I just wrote a paper for English, and because of you and Stephanie Meyer I chose to use “moot point” in my paper. It fit perfectly.

    Love you! Thanks for the daily Twilight fix.

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