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The Host: A Novel

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Author: Stephenie Meyer
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Category: Book

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Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 624
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 5.6 x 2.1

ISBN: 0316068047
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.6
EAN: 9780316068048
ASIN: 0316068047

Publication Date: May 6, 2008
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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Review
Amazon Best of the Month, May 2008: Stephenie Meyer, creator of the phenomenal teen-vamp iTwilight/i series, takes paranormal romance into alien territory in her first adult novel. Those wary of sci-fi or teen angst will be pleasantly surprised by this mature and imaginative thriller, propelled by equal parts action and emotion. A species of altruistic parasites has peacefully assumed control of the minds and bodies of most humans, but feisty Melanie Stryder won't surrender her mind to the alien soul called Wanderer. Overwhelmed by Melanie's memories of fellow resistor Jared, Wanderer yields to her body's longing and sets off into the desert to find him. Likely the first love triangle involving just two bodies, it's unabashedly romantic, and the characters (human and alien) genuinely endearing. Readers intrigued by this familiar-yet-alien world will gleefully note that the story's end leaves the door open for a sequel--or another series. i--Mari Malcolm/i

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The author of the ITwilight /Iseries of # 1 bestsellers delivers her brilliant first novel for adults: a gripping story of love and betrayal in a future with the fate of humanity at stake. BRBRMelanie Stryder refuses to fade away. The earth has been invaded by a species that take over the minds of their human hosts while leaving their bodies intact, and most of humanity has succumbed.BRBRWanderer, the invading "soul" who has been given Melanie's body, knew about the challenges of living inside a human: the overwhelming emotions, the too vivid memories. But there was one difficulty Wanderer didn't expect: the former tenant of her body refusing to relinquish possession of her mind.BRBRMelanie fills Wanderer's thoughts with visions of the man Melanie loves-Jared, a human who still lives in hiding. Unable to separate herself from her body's desires, Wanderer yearns for a man she's never met. As outside forces make Wanderer and Melanie unwilling allies, they set off to search for the man they both love.BRBRFeaturing what may be the first love triangle involving only two bodies, THE HOST is a riveting and unforgettable novel that will bring a vast new readership to one of the most compelling writers of our time.BR

Customer Reviews: Read 95 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

LOVE Meyer's writing style January 7, 2009
I loved this book. I bought it after i finished the Twilight series and was not disappointed. The Host is a great story and I was sad for it to be over, although the ending was good. It started off a little slower than i expected, but picked up quickly. I absolutely love the way Meyer makes u feel like you ARE the narrator. i felt happy when she was happy, cried when she cried. she is a compelling writer and i highly reccommend anything she writes! i cant wait until she writes another piece!!

5 out of 5 stars

I tore through this one in less than two days... January 6, 2009
I really loved it. I was invested in the characters, cared what happened to them, laughed and cried... Meyer is an easy read and her writing style flows well (at least in my head). Hey, it was entertaining and I cared about how it would end (even if I didn't love how everything was "resolved"). Guess they just had to leave it open for another book, huh?

5 out of 5 stars

A surprise January 5, 2009
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

In October I finished the Twilight Saga, and found it hard to pick up another book. I didn't want to be disappointed. I had picked up Stephenie Meyer's book "The Host" in the books store a couple of times but I didn't think it would interest me. Then I read a book review. It said that "The Host" was for those people that say they they don't read alien books, just like "Twilight" was for those people that say they don't read books about vampires. So, I decided to give it a shot.br /br /I was surprised. I really liked it. There is danger, love, and you just can't put the book down. I just wonder how Stephenie comes up with these ideas. Eventhough it is an adult novel, the story line is mild enough that young adults could read it too. Just like I fell in love with the characters from "Twilight", I can't get the characters in this book out of my mind. You'll fall in love with them too.br /br /So, if you liked "Twilight", I am pretty certain you'll like this book too.

5 out of 5 stars

More great writing, more mature characters... January 5, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

She really does pull you into her stories. Twilight Series books were as great as everyone said they were, so this was a no brainer. You do have to be able to untangle yourself from the Edward Bella obsession and accept this novel on its own. She is great because she pulls you in so deeply, becoming emotionally invested in the characters. I am not a sci-fi reader, but I really did enjoy this. Same great writing, older characters. This would appeal more to adults since we rarely seek out teenage characters. Young adult may not relate as much, but you should give it a try anyway. OPEN MIND... She is allowed to write something different. The main characters are mid-twenties instead along with other smaller characters ranging from kids to older adults. Dripping with the sexual tension she builds so well. Not graphically sexual, but leaving the same breathlessness as the Twilight books. THis is such an interesting approach to sci-fi and alien invasion. Not unlike her fresh approach to the overdone vampire genre, she took sci-fi and made it a great story for those who would not normally grab a sci-fi book. Enjoy.

5 out of 5 stars

very good read January 5, 2009
i loved this book a lot it was very hard to put down and i cant wait for stephanie to write her next exciting adventure

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