Midnight Sun Review (3 Cups ☕☕☕)
Edward Cullen is… a lot. But somehow? I enjoyed this more than I thought I would.
I’ll be honest: when Midnight Sun was announced, I wasn’t exactly counting down the days. Brutal honesty: I forgot it was even a thing. Twilight nostalgia has a funny way of hitting differently as an adult, especially after reading authors like Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, and Nisha Tuli who have completely rewired my brain chemistry.
And yet… here we are.
Using my 5-Cup Rating System, Midnight Sun earned a solid 3 Cups, and most of that credit goes to Edward’s surprisingly compelling point of view.
☕ Cup 1: I Finished the Book
No DNF here. Despite the length (sir, we did not need this many internal monologues), I stayed invested all the way through. That alone earns a cup.
☕ Cup 2: It Made Me Feel Something
Edward’s POV adds a level of emotional intensity that Bella’s just… didn’t. His constant inner turmoil, hyper-awareness, and dramatic self-loathing somehow made the story feel richer and more emotionally charged. Did I roll my eyes occasionally? Yes. Did I also feel things? Also yes.
☕ Cup 3: Stuck in My Head
This is where Midnight Sun loses a cup for me. While I enjoyed the experience, it didn’t fully lodge itself in my brain the way certain romantasy reads have. There was a time in my reading life when this book would’ve lived rent-free—but my standards have since evolved, and Edward has some stiff competition now.
☕ Cup 4: Characters I Care About
Edward shines here. Seeing events unfold through his perspective adds depth, context, and emotional nuance that Bella’s POV never quite captured. His internal chaos made him more layered, more human (ironically), and honestly… more likable than I remembered.
☕ Cup 5: Plot That Works
The plot itself didn’t earn the final cup—not because it’s bad, but because it’s still fundamentally the same story we already know. The added perspective enhances it, but it doesn’t fundamentally change the structure enough to fully elevate it to four cups.
Final Thoughts
Midnight Sun is a cozy, nostalgic revisit that works best if you’re curious about Edward’s internal world and willing to embrace a little dramatic brooding. It surprised me—in a good way—and I genuinely enjoyed reading it more than Bella’s POV.
Would it wreck me emotionally today? No.
Did it entertain me, add depth, and make me rethink my original Twilight experience? Absolutely.
And honestly? That’s enough.
If you enjoyed this review, I’ll be sharing more of my reads—both NetGalley ARCs and personal picks—using my 5-Cup Rating System here on the blog and over on Instagram. As always, reading is personal… and this is just how this book worked for me.