I thought New Moon was much better than the first movie; it was more detailed and easier to follow. I am 47, have a 13 year old daughter who got me to read the books. I am a big reader and was completely sucked into the book series. Yes, it's a little sappy, super romantic, I don't know how to explain it, but I loved all the books. This movie was not the best movie I've ever seen, but I still cannot wait to see the next two. I will go back and read the books again. I think the Cullen family characters are wonderfully played by the chosen actors. I wish they had expanded on the Volturi and the trip to Italy; they definitely could have made the movie longer to capitalize on this. I will see the movie again.