New Moon is a
romantic fantasy novel by author
Stephenie Meyer, and is the second novel in the
Twilight series. The novel continues the story of
Bella Swan and vampire
Edward Cullen's relationship. When Edward leaves Bella after his brother attacks her, she is left heartbroken and depressed for months until
Jacob Black becomes her best friend and helps her fight her pain. However, her life twists once more when Jacob's nature reveals itself and Edward's sister decides to visit.