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Twilight's Child

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I liked this book because of all the different tragedy's, that made you wonder How can anyone have so much bad luck. I liked Dawn up until she cheated on Jimmy. I thought it was just puppy love for her and for him it was just a good time. But in this book it seemed like she got this big ego. It seemed she was always comparing people to herself and how she was SO much better looking. She obviously thinks highly of herself. I got this understanding after she met Phillips wife Betty Ann. She kept comparing herself to Betty Ann. Also I thought Fern was a little snot. And it aggravated me that Jimmy didn't take notice right away. I still don't see how they could of gotten away with taking her away from her adoptive parents without the law involved. Sure Fern would've lied but I still think that there was a way for the adoptive parents to win in court. Besides how could the adoptive parents (don't remember their names) explain to other people (familly members, teachers, friends, etc.) why she isn't with them no more. Other then those things the book was enjoyable. I look forward to reading the next.

There's so much to enjoy in this book! I was thoroughly satisfied by the way it turned out and the twists, turns, and directions the book takes makes you crave for more. I was blissfully happy that one of my favorite heros, Jimmy, finally wed Dawn. That slimeball Michael Sutton got what he deserved. I cheered when Dawn faced him down and made him see the lowly creature he really was. Fern was quite a suprise with the way she turned out- And there was plenty of romantic suspense and drama. As bad as Philip is, I have a soft spot(kinda, sorta) in my heart for him. He isn't such a bad guy if you take away the sick obsession with Dawn. Overall a wonderful book!

After being rescued from the Meadows in the previous book ("Secrets of the Morning") by her longtime sweetheart Jimmy Longchamp, Dawn Cutler is back at Cutler's Cove, this time as the owner of the prestigious hotel. The estate was left in her name when her grandfather's will was read in the previous book, revealing that he was, in fact, her biological father.

Yet Dawn isn't the only one to be lied to about her birth. Clara Sue, Dawn's younger sister, soon discovers another secret kept by both girl's mother: that Randolph Cutler isn't Clara Sue's father either; Bronson Alcott is. In fact, just two months after Randolph dies (which happens during Dawn and Jimmy's honeymoon), Dawn's mother and Bronson intend to marry. All of this is quite a shock, especially for Clara Sue, and she takes it out on Dawn one day by attacking her and causing her to miscarry.

Despite the constant barrage of problems from her dysfunctional family, Dawn tries to take more control of her life and create a new, more stable environment for herself by, first, tracking down her newborn baby, Christie, who had been stolen and adopted shortly after being born in secret at the Meadows. Next Dawn marries Jimmy, who has remained loyal and devoted to her ever since they were children, even after both of her ill-fated relationships with Philip Cutler (her half-brother, who is still obsessed with her) and Michael Sutton (her vocal instructor, who pays her a visit later on). Yet I wouldn't consider Dawn's marrying Jimmy the most "normal" decision she's ever made. It's still slightly incestuous, even though Jimmy is a great guy.

Additional past characters revisit Dawn (and a few more die) over the course of years this book covers, such as her estranged "father" (Daddy Longchamp, the one who had "kidnapped" her) and his new family. Even Fern Longchamp (Dawn baby "sister") makes an unforgettable appearance at the end. Sadly, "Twilight's Child" is the last book told from Dawn's viewpoint, for tragedy strikes again in the following book, "Midnight Whispers", which is the story of Dawn's 16-year-old daughter, Christie Longchamp. The Cutler family series concludes with the fifth installment, "Darkest Hour".

I cant put these books down! 3rd one in a week! i guess ive got too much time on my hands. lol. I erally enjoyed this book. I liked how it took different twists and turns. I hate Micheal, but from the last book, i always expected he'd turn up again. Dawn and Jimmy face many problems throughout there marraige. I wish Dawn would tell Juimmy more though, rather than getting him upset with her al the time. But they always seem to fix there problems and relinquish there love for one another. Im glad Dawn could finally become pregnant with Jimmy's child. I can imagine how it broke his heart that they were unable to for a number of years. The way Fern turned out completaly took me by surprise. Maybe she'll improve in the next book. Clara Sue was cut out of the series quit harshly too. But i suppose it was for the best. no more torment. I wonder if Phillip will get over his obsession with Dawn, or will he attack her once again? Will she ever tell Jimmy of the initial rape, and the attack in there own home, or wil Dawn and Phillips encounters remain a secret from Jimmy, one who has every right to know, forever?

V.C. Andrews is my favorite author. I love every book that she has every read. However, the Cutler series is my least favorite series. It's for reasons unknown, but I just don't think that it was the best series. Out of all of them "Twilight's Child" is my favorite. I think it's because of the strength and the growth of the character Dawn. It also seems there is more of a story in this one compared to "Dawn" and "Secrets".

This was one of the best books of the whole Cutler series. There were many new revelations and many deaths and unhappiness. I'm rather disappointed that the next book will be told by Christie's point of view rather than Dawn's I've become rather attached to Dawn! Oh well! At the very end of the story I felt my first course of sympathy to Grandmother Cutler. The whole story has the perfect ending! I love V.C. Andrews books so much! They are twisted and evil. Yet at the same time they are marvelous and wonderful! Be sure to read The entire Cutler series I'm sure that the other ons will be just as good as the first three!

this book was absolutely GREAT. it has a lot of climax,then it tones down..and just when you think it got boring,HA! guess again!! a MUST have!

The book "Twilights Child" is a good and twisting book. Although the book has no basic plot, it is a highly recommanded book. "Twilights Child" has a very good irony and many revelling secerts. Like many other books of V.C. Andrews, The "Twilights Child" is a good haunting yet chilling novel. Even though the book is long and thrilling, it may not keep the atention of more experianced readers. So this book would be recommanded for the ages 12-21. Finally, after Dawn Culter gets Christie ( her baby ) back and finds love with a man named Jimmy, her life is complete. Yet, the evillness of her grandmother still haunted her. Many things happen to change the course of Dawn's life. There are many aspects in the story. One of the worst aspects is that it has no basic plot. The story is full of many different events and has no room for a plot. One of the best aspects is that there are a lot of events and it is very well described. The more describtion in a story, makes the story interesting.

This book is the best one in the Cutler series. Dawn's character is stronger in this book, and she takes charge of the situation at hand. I didn't like how Jimmy couldn't see what was going on with Fern, because its not that hard, but oh well. If you read this book you will not be disappointed. I could hardly put it down from the very first page!

This was a pretty good book. I'd have to say that I am enjoying the 4th book better than this one. But, it's still worth reading. It's just that in all V.C. Andrews books I realize that her characters although have different names, they seem to all be the same person on the inside. there is always a Mean person like a grandmother and a mom that is light headed and some kind of incest that happened and because of that incest there is someone who hates the person born from it. Its always the same all story with a differnt plot. But, I guess I keep buying it because I have nothing else better to do. I never buy these full price or new, I always check a half priced or used book store instead.