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The Host: A Novel

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Released: 2008-05-06

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The author of the Twilight series 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.

Melanie 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.

Wanderer, 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.

Melanie 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.

Featuring 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.

Amazon Best of the Month, May 2008: Stephenie Meyer, creator of the phenomenal teen-vamp Twilight 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. --Mari Malcolm

Customer Reviews:
excellent read

Though her Twilight series has received much more attention, I liked The Host much better. It is well written and has a truly fascinating and novel story line.

Not Twilight
I'm not a fan of science fiction, but I enjoyed this book a lot. While mystery, suspense, and action didn't fill the pages as in the Twilight series, it was still difficult for me to put the book down once I got into it. Towards the beginning I found myself a little frustrated with part of the plot, but then realized its purpose. However, I did feel like the author got a little carried away with some of the "science fiction parts;" but then again, isn't that what this genre is all about?

Beautiful Romatic Story
This is an excellent book. In fact it was the first science fiction book I have ever read. I loved the plot and the entire story line. Stephenie Meyer is an excellent story teller who has a wonderful imagination.

Good entry into sci-fi
Good start into sci-fi. I do think it needed some editing for length though.

Science fiction for people who don't like science fiction
I personaly do not like science fiction books, movies, or shows but for some reason I couldn't resist this book. Well first of all because I am a fan of Stephanie Meyer addicting writing ability. She has made me at 28 years old turn into a readaholic. Before the Twilight Saga I hated reading and I am now a reader for life! I have read every book she has writen and I can't wait for her to write something else. Thanks Stephanie for opening my mind the way you do.