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The Host (The Host, #1)

Stephenie Meyer

Why we're reading this: This is from the perspective of a parasitic alien in a human host, after most of the humans on the planet…more
[close] This is from the perspective of a parasitic alien in a human host, after most of the humans on the planet have been converted. A few humans remain here and there, trying to survive in a world that no longer welcomes them.

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Sep 29, 2009 Elizabeth rated it it was ok

Shelves: ya, post-apocalyptic

The start and premise of The Host is promising, but as the story develops, the black and white nature of Wanda becomes a bit tiresome and irritating. I was intrigued by the potential laid within the story, but disappointed in its lack of fruition. In its simplicity of interpretation, it sidelines character growth and in the end does not learn the lessons it aims to teach.

In an especially infuriating turn, the point is proven when choices made by Wanda's friends prove that they still see her as ...more

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Aug 14, 2008 Kris rated it liked it

This is the same author that writes the tween vampire books I tore through recently.
It's advertised as being her first 'adult' novel, but I fail to see any difference between the polite avoidance of anything sexual or violent in her other books aimed at a younger demographic and this one.
*yawn* It's such a great idea and the story really was interesting and well written but there's absolutely no grit or darkness or anything complex about her characters.
I think I'm done with this author. ...more

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Apr 19, 2013 Michelle rated it really liked it

Shelves: horror, series, sci-fi

Was slow to start and a bit confusing but once it got up to speed was a really great read. Different in a good way. At no time reading this did I say ahhh yes, this is the twilight author.

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