Lovelorn until he found Bella, Edward lived his sleepless days in longing and solitude. Upon finding the love of his immortal life, he couldn't fathom a life without her. And Bella, well, she can't get enough gazing into Edward's topaz eyes. She's eager to change into a bloodsucker and join Edward in eternity.
Fanatics of the book can't get enough of the romance. Yup, it's sappy. Perhaps a fairytale love that could overcome the direst of circumstances is what's so appealing.