Twilight

Twilight, a time of night that is still slightly illuminated by the sun, is a symbol for secrecy in the novel. During twilight, vampires can roam freely without fear of being discovered. Bella resents this daily routine, just as she hates being a vampire.

Beau's car

Beau’s car, a welcoming gift from Charlie, represents Beau’s potential to be genuinely happy in Forks. In reference to the car, Beau says, “And I loved it. I wasn’t really a car guy, so I was kind of surprised by my own reaction. I mean, I didn’t even know if it would run, but I could see myself in it” (8). Charlie’s gift clearly thrills Beau, giving the boy something to look forward to in this new life.

Vampires

Vampires represent uninhibitedness in the novel. Normally, vampires feast on human blood, enjoying the process of hunting...