Better

Rating: 7/10 (23 April 2011)

Following a rather clumsy second entry, Eclispe is just the kind of third entry that the Twilight series needs. Though not great, it's Superior to Twilight and New Moon. The editing is tighter, the plot is more fluid, the cast is starting to open up, and there is more action. Even the writing, which is the worst thing about the whole series, is improved here. In addition to throwing in a few jokes, we are treated to some back story to characters which up till now have been little more than sparkling faces.
The one thing about Eclipse that I didn't like was that the rivalry between Jacob and Edward is snarly and obnoxious. Bella frequently has to play referee and step between the two. In New Moon we were meant to think that Jacob is the nice boy. Now I'm not too sure I like him that much. He is presented as being a bit more selfish and immature than I think he should be.
Eclispe deserves credit where credit is due, things are coming to life in a way that makes the series enjoyable to anyone outside the twilight fan base, (or at least to anyone who likes Gothic). The problem is whether, it warrents the recommendation of two predecessors, one not bad, and the other mediocre.