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The Host

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 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. Adventure Fantasy Fiction First Contact Paranormal Romance Romance Science Fiction Paranormal Dystopian
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After Twilight, I wasn't sure what to expect from Meyer but this book is really enjoyable and believable for me. It isn't too sappy but the romance is there, for sure. #Audible1

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Stephanie Meyers did an amazing job especially with the character architecture! years ago I watched the movie and loved it but the book was even more amazing!

I laughed, & cried at this wonderful story! bravo

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I loved the book, the movie and now the audiobook. The characters are so we'll developed and her description of the world they live in is rich and complex. The narrators voice for the seeker is a little irritating but so is the character. Will definitely be a reread in the future.

beautiful story.

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I originally read this years ago, and fell in love with the characters. Therefore I try to read it once a year. This is very much a story that is centered on the characters, and the mind of the main character. I love seeing how every character evolves throughout the story, and I hope that someday there will be a book two.

This is one of my favorites

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I love the themes, very unique and great character development,

Surprised more people have not read it, would love to see a Part 2

One of my favourite stories

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