The Host - Stephenie Meyer

The Host

By Stephenie Meyer

  • Release Date: 2010-04-26
  • Genre: Science Fiction
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 2,820 Ratings

Description

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.

Reviews

  • Amazing

    5
    By JayBird🧬
    Absolutely loved this book. The detail were unmatched. The twists and turns in the story thoughtfully placed. Wish there was a book 2!
  • Love it!

    5
    By HappInessa6
    This is my second time reading it and it’s better the second time then it was the first. My absolute favorite of her books. It had the perfect ending. But still wish there could be more about the world Mrs.Mayers has created for us in this book. 🤭
  • I loved this book

    5
    By pots246
    The Host was really unique in so many aspects! I even liked it more than some of her books in the twilight saga. I really would love to see a sequel to this series as Meyer herself has promised. But, considering how long she took publishing midnight sun, I still hold on to the hope of the trilogy. If your a fan of sci fi, or even if you were someone who didn’t like her other books, give this a go. It doesn’t disappoint
  • Love, love, love the book, The Host!

    5
    By bootycakea
    I absolutely LOVE this book! I’ve read and re-read it 4 or 5 times. I love how Wanda makes her OWN friends through her passionate personality, and grieved for them when they were lost. Also how she and Melanie became friends, or more like sisters, towards the end of the book. I’ll probably re-read it again here soon. I would LOVE to see a second book involving the same characters. They are like family to me! Maybe Lily could find love again.
  • OMG best book ever

    5
    By DoggieLover128
    OMG. I love the twilight series so I read this book. It took me a bit to get into it cause the beginning was a little slow. But i promise you, if you just give it a chance you will love it! It made me laugh and cry! I NEED my own copy. Ian is my favorite by far, and I plan on watching the movie real soon. I freaking love this book with all of my heart, mind, and SOUL 😂
  • Amazing

    5
    By LoveTheRain80
    I love this book. I have the paperback, turtleback and the audiobook. I love this story so much! Its sci-fi meets romance meets action and probably the best human story seen through the eyes of an alien.
  • One of the best books I’ve ever read

    5
    By SuperDuperTwi-hard
    I bought this book because I am a huge twi hard and I was looking for something to read and I thought I’d try one of Stephanie Meyer’s other books. I love sci fi and I thought this might be good.It did not disappoint. It started a little slow but once I got in to it I literally could not put it down. I actually read this book while I walked. It is so good. Ian is definitely the best character. I love the romance between Ian and Wanda. I love the relationship between Wanderer and Melanie.The book really makes you care about the characters. This book is truly spectacular.
  • Amazing!!

    5
    By lordzack41
    Agh!! I just love this book!! Wanda is the sweetest thing ever!! I love the total angelic approach she has to everything and the sweet and gentle way she perceives everything!! The way she is so selfless is so heartwarming and beautiful!! I loved it- an amazing book for someone who’s looking around for a good book to read on a long night!!
  • The host

    1
    By disgruntledtraveler
    Nothing wrong with the actual book as the Host is probably the only meyer book I enjoy. The app was not transparent enough as to which was the audiobook and was a text version. Buy this thinking it's the audio version for a 24 hour car ride and to my dismay it's the book itself. There goes 8.99 and the ability to actually enjoy this book.
  • Ah, here you are.

    1
    By Thechoedenkal
    I have the perfect remedy for someone who keeps getting bad reviews: do better, not worse.