
The Cullen family is equally dedicated to Bella, even pushing back their ravenous thirst to keep watch over her. Jacob asks one if he’s willing to fight his own brother or sister, and the younger werewolf replies that he is “if it’s the right thing to do.” And two fellow packmates end up helping him provide that protection. Jacob commits to the same thing even though it means he must stand against his pack. Later, he vows to keep her alive and safe no matter what the sacrifice to himself.

After getting married, Edward fears that his strength might hurt Bella, and he apologizes profusely for her inadvertent bruises after their night of lovemaking. Vampires and werewolves can be fang-toothed villains, to be sure, but in this case they’re also impassioned protectors and devoted friends and lovers. This baby is going to be a serious blessing … or the bane that breaks Bella into bits.īreaking Dawn – Part 1 very clearly promotes the joy and closeness of committed marriage, right alongside the companion virtue of strong family bonds. A something that no one thought was possible. Her bruised body makes him back away before anything bad happens.īut it turns out that something has already happened. Now this is a honeymoon! After turning the bedroom furniture to kindling with his wedding-night passion, though, Edward is fearful for his young bride’s well-being. A luxurious honeymoon retreat with a sumptuous suite and a moonlit waterfall grotto just steps away from the back door.

Then it’s off to Brazil and an island getaway. And even jilted werewolf Jacob shows up to wish the bride well and growl one last time in her groom’s direction. The beautiful couple say their vows and kiss tenderly. Smiles abound as the nuptials play out in an idyllic woodland setting.

Edward insists.Īnd what a wedding it turns out to be. No matter what the complications, their love will see them through. Nobody’s really sure how a human 18-year-old can live with a preternaturally strong undead spouse … but they both want to give it a go. Through three books and their accompanying movies, Bella Swan and her vampire hunk Edward Cullen have been moving ever closer to their marital vows and what they hope to be a happily-ever-after.
