Is The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 based on a book?

Common questions

Is The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 based on a book?

Yes. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 is based on the book Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer (2008).

Who wrote the book The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 is based on?

Breaking Dawn was written by Stephenie Meyer and first published in 2008.

Is Breaking Dawn part of a series?

Yes, it is book 4 in the Twilight series (4 books listed below in reading order).

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with Twilight, book 1 of Breaking Dawn. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.