Is it creepy to be obsessed?
Recently, I have rediscovered my simple adoration of reading. I've been so busy for the last few ages that I haven't read anything longer than a play or a magazine. I know that when I pick up a book, I'll start to read it, then get sidetracked by my many extracurriculars and other little details of life (like not ignoring my boyfriend...more on that in a bit) and not give myself the time to get into the story.
But I've loved reading basically since I knew that words existed, and I've missed being a bookworm. I've gone through book after lovely book in the last few weeks, and on Sunday, after reading Jess's glowing review, I started Stephenie Meyer's Twilight.
It is like a drug. All I want to do is read this book, and I haven't had nearly enough time to devote to it. I read it on my lunch break Monday instead of tackling one of several things on my neglected To-Do list. Then I devoured more of the story on Monday evening, completely ignoring the time limits I'd set for myself. Then I thought about it yesterday morning at work, and about how I just needed to get the hell through the afternoon so I could continue reading. And in my non-reading time, I am daydreaming about the characters.
What is it about this book??? I told my boyfriend on the phone yesterday that I couldn't wait to get home and continue the book, and he said, "I'm never going to see you again, am I?" Usually, spending time with him is the best part of my week. I adore him. However, I cannot rest until I've finished this book. I have told him that he is welcome to come hang out with me while I read, but he simply mustn't distract me.
So, the workday is over. I get to go home and read now! See you suckers later.
posted by Jill @ 5:33 PM
5 Comments:
Yay! Another fanatic! My work here is done. :) You should try to read New Moon before Saturday, too, so we don't accidentally spoil you!
This is why I learned to read fast :). I think the last book that hit me like that was either one of the Series of Unfortunate Events books, or maybe the end-part of American Gods. Well, a lot of book endings are like that for me...
This happens to me ALL.THE.TIME. Often with totally unexpected books, like what I thought would be a lame historical romance novel that turned out to be a great page turner. I read that sucker in one day, because I could not put it down.
After reading the rave reviews you and Jess have given Twilight, I may have to check it out for myself.
I did the exact same thing when I was reading the sequel! And what's worse, it was the second day of school, and I totally spent it watching the clock and counting the seconds until the bell would ring and I could rush home to Edward, Bella, and Jake...
Aww, I just noticed that you had linked me as "Witty Live Journal". I blush, madam. Also, it's awesome that you met Mr. Beam (not to be confused with Rowan Atkinson), and I cannot believe you didn't tell me. Hope to see you for A&C this weekend or next!
Heartx2,
Kevin
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