The second novel in the bestselling The Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer.

Following the events of Twilight, Bella Swan is deeply in love with Edward Cullen and wishes to remain with him forever. However, a tragic incident convinces Edward that Bella would be safer without him, leading him to make a decision that leaves her heartbroken and alone.

As Bella struggles with loss and depression, she grows closer to her friend Jacob Black. Their friendship becomes a source of comfort, but Bella soon discovers that Jacob is hiding secrets of his own—secrets connected to an ancient supernatural rivalry that threatens everyone she loves.

New Moon shifts focus from romance to themes of heartbreak, healing, friendship, and personal growth. The novel also expands the mythology of the Twilight universe by introducing powerful new supernatural groups and deepening the conflict between vampires and werewolves.