Let me elaborate when I say there was no suspense: the whole story was centered around Bella and Edward's relationship and it was obvious from book #1 that they would end up together. In other words, no matter who their enemies were, both of them would survive. So, no suspense at all.
The series was filled with filler pages where all we read is Edward and Bella having lovey-dovey talk with no purpose than Edward repeating over and over how he won't let anyone hurt Bella and Bella trying to concentrate on something beside his perfect face.
Edward says he will leave; he comes back in the same book. He says he won't do it; he wants do it by the end of the book. She says she won't get married; she wants to get married before the end of the book. He says he won't turn her into a vampire; he agrees to turn her into a vampire. Edward is too perfect. The way they love each other is presented as way superficial and over done.
And the situation with Jacob was so idiotic (to say the least). She says he "needs" her. No he doesn't! She "needs" to get away from him so that he can move on with life. She herself admits that she loves him. She says his name while sleeping. She says Edward's name in the same sleep. Edward forgives Jacob for lying next to his future bride. And Bella's parting words to Jacob: "Love you." Right. She uses Jacob however she sees fit and than throws him away. As if that weren't enough, they send him a wedding invitation. Really. I don't support JacobxBella; I think he deserves a lot better. And I really can't be bothered with Edward and Bella anymore.
The same basic plot line with someone like Alice or Rosalie as the heroine would have been more to my liking. But, each to their own and again, I apologize if I sound offensive or anything along those lines.
There are so many books out there about teen romance that are way better than this. If you want a story about vampire romance, you really should give "Vampire Academy" a chance. Now that book has suspense and a conclusion hardly anyone sees coming. There are many other book about romance with comedy/fantasy/action (or any other genre you prefer) that are really amazing.
I'm reading The Host and I really like it so far (6th chapter). This heroine (or heroines :X) makes a more enjoyable read for moi. :statisfie
I found the series gripping and it has a happy ending with them married with a child. I like Edwards traditional views on relationships. It isn't your usual teen romance with high school cheerleaders going loopy lol 
Most Sci-fi books are based on some scientific principles, and it also speculates on where humanity will be going as newer and more sophisticated technology is introdoced to the public. There is no redeeming quality in Fantasy. Nothing can be applied to the real world from a fantasy novel. I guess other people like it because its good escapist fun. 
