TWILIGHT SAGA BOOK CLUB – CHAPTER EIGHTEEN – THE HUNT

TA Staff member Erica gives you chapter 18 of Twilight

The family baseball game is suddenly interrupted as Alice announces the arrival of the nomads. Laurent, Victoria and James enter the clearing baring blood red irises. They exchange pleasantries about hunting, the Cullens’ permanent residence in Forks and the baseball game. When the wind blows Bella’s hair, James realizes that she is human and immediately sets his eyes on her. Edward guards her protectively and James senses their bond. Carlisle attempts to diffuse the situation but after a few verbal spats, Edward, Bella, Alice and Emmett leave together.

Edward can see that James is a tracker and will stop at nothing to get Bella. He wants to take Bella away from Forks immediately but Bella insists that they ensure Charlie’s safety. During the drive, there is a heated discussion with a furious Edward; finally, Bella, Alice and Emmett convince him that a plan to head home to Phoenix might deter James. Alice offers to take Bella with her and Jasper so that Edward can stay in Forks to track and destroy the nomads.

Characters Involved:
Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, Alice Cullen, Jasper Cullen, Emmett Cullen, Rosalie Cullen, Carlisle Cullen, Esme Cullen, the Nomads- James, Victoria and Laurent
Characters Mentioned:
Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, Alice Cullen, Jasper Cullen, Emmett Cullen, Rosalie Cullen, Carlisle Cullen, Esme Cullen, the Nomads- James, Victoria and Laurent, Charlie Swan
Places Visited:
The clearing, the car, Swan residence, Cullen residence

Significant events
The Nomads arrive at the clearing during a game of vampire baseball.
James sets his eyes on Bella.
Edward, Bella, Alice and Emmett devise a plan to get rid of the tracker.

Memorable Quotes

Bella Swan: Three things seemed to happen simultaneously while Carlisle was speaking. My hair ruffled with the light breeze, Edward stiffened, and the second male, James, suddenly whipped his head around, scrutinizing me, his nostrils flaring. Chapter 18, pg 378

Laurent: “You brought a snack?” Chapter 18, pg. 379

Carlisle Cullen: “She’s with us.” Chapter 18, pg, 379

Laurent: “It appears we have a lot to learn about each other.” Chapter 18, pg 379

Bella Swan: Edward was growling something too fast for me to understand, but it sounded a lot like a string of profanities. Chapter 18 pg 381

Emmett Cullen: “She’s diabolical.” Chapter 18, pg 387

Edward Cullen: “I saw his mind. Tracking is his passion, his obsession — and he wants her, Alice — her, specifically. He begins the hunt tonight.” Chapter 18, pg. 382

Edward Cullen: “Bella, if you let anything happen to yourself – anything at all — I’m holding you personally responsible. Do you understand this?” Chapter 18, pg 388

Edward Cullen: “But keep your opinions to yourself.” Chapter 18, pg 389

Questions for consideration:

Is there something you noticed in this chapter that you’d like to discuss with the book club?

Did something or someone in this chapter catch you by surprise?

What did you expect to happen when the nomads showed up?

What were your perceptions of each nomad – Victoria, Laurent, and James?

Did you agree with Edward that Bella should leave Forks immediately?

What were you thinking about when Bella, Alice, Emmett and Edward were discussing the plan? Were you scared, confident in the plan, or nervous?

What did you think about Edward’s comment to Alice at the end of the chapter?

What is your favorite quote from this chapter?

Did you see any particular symbolism or little detail you have never
noticed before while re-reading this Chapter?

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