The Host
Published: 6, May 2008
Author: Stephenie Meyer
Genres: Action, Adventure, Alien Invasion, Dystopian, Fantasy, Fiction, Media Tie In, Paranormal, Post Apocalyptic, Romance, Science Fiction, Young Adult
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The Host Summary
The Review:
Stephenie Meyer did an excellent job with the plot of The Host, blending romance, friendship, and a larger struggle. Instead of cramming this book with physical action sequences, Stephenie Meyer used a little calmer approach, convincing readers to care about these individuals and then presenting us with a moral issue that fits the backdrop of their narrative. This may have backfired, but it ended up working out beautifully.
To be honest, the book's beginning was a little tough. It took a few chapters for me to become immersed enough to keep turning the pages, but once it connected, the drive to know what occurred next persisted with me until the conclusion.
It seemed like a rip-off of Invasion of the Body Snatchers, but with far more depth and storyline. That film is a masterpiece, but when it came to the aliens, it fell flat on its face, most likely on intention.
What planet did they come from? What brought them here? What was their backstory, exactly? Who were they, exactly? Aside from pointing and yelling, what were they like?
Mel and Wanderer's inner conversations were one of my favorites. But I didn't like the moniker Wanda since it reminded me of Wanda the witch, whose persona has been irreparably destroyed for me due to the overacting. However, this is only my viewpoint, and others may have enjoyed the same acting that I did not.
This book shocked me in a variety of ways, all of which were positive. I wasn't expecting much; after finally reading the Twilight series, my impression of Stephenie Meyer's writing style was mixed; I didn't detest Twilight, but I also didn't adore it.
The Host's inventiveness, as well as a certain degree of charisma, amazed and charmed me. Then there was the richness of the characters and environment, which beyond anything Stephenie Meyer had ever created.
In a nutshell, I adored this book. I was a little hesitant at first, but then I forgot who wrote it and simply went with the plot. And I believe it is the only way to enjoy reading books.
The Host was unlike any other novel I've ever read in terms of surprising, entertaining, and enthralling me. This is a significantly superior book to the Twilight series, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
The plot is well-written and intriguing, and the characters are well-rounded and well developed. The entire world is well described and has a rich history. The author takes her time engrossing the reader and doesn't let go until the very last page.
Even though I was upset by some of the characters at times, I understood it was only because I was genuinely rooting for the ones I loved. And, let's face it; we wouldn't enjoy all of the characters in a novel even if we did want it.
I adored how shocked I was by the book. I was so engrossed in the convoluted love triangle that I didn't notice when the author slipped in the true love story. But it's more than a love story; it's a sci-fi marvel and a thought-provoking exposé of our society's greatest and worst aspects.
I realized while I was reading this novel that it was nothing like Twilight. Instead, I believe the closest analogy is to the film Avatar, in which an outsider enters a foreign planet and succumbs to its and the residents' charms.
The only problem is that the stranger in a foreign place isn't a human who gives up his humanity to live with a smurfified version of himself. The stranger, on the other hand, is something really foreign, but real, with goals, dreams, and feelings, who is attracted into becoming human.
The Host has piqued my interest, therefore I'm hoping for a sequel. Given how it finished, I believe one is a distinct possibility. I just hope they don't ruin the tale by making it into something geared just at teens who like the Twilight books.
I'm surprised by how the author was able to portray her narrative from a female viewpoint without going into flowery trendy literature, which I believe many men would avoid. As I've proceeded through the novel, I've developed a strong attachment to the major characters.
I almost awarded The Host a perfect score, but I had to admit that it wasn't quite there. It's close, but it's not quite there. The novel's opening, like the rest of it, is plodding. I wanted to keep reading, although I wished more had happened in some parts.
Even though it was released with an adult classification, it was really a young adult book, especially in the romance aspect. We only receive a few kisses and hugs. The type of love triangle, on the other hand, was really fantastic.
Because the connections in this novel were so intricate, I had no idea how Stephenie Meyer would manage them. However, she did a wonderful job of providing each couple with a happy conclusion. It was all so lovely and chaotic at the same time, with Jared and Melanie, Wanderer and Ian.
Final Thoughts:
First and foremost, Stephenie Meyer's "The Host" is not about vampires. It deals with aliens and humans, as well as what it means to be human.
This is an excellent book. I enjoy science fiction, and I enjoyed The Host's characters and ideas, even if I thought it was a rip-off of a famous film. Reading about an extraterrestrial invasion from the perspective of a sympathetic alien is fascinating.
It raises the question of who is the villain and who is the hero. The story's moral and psychological dilemmas are just as complex as the exterior ones.
The people are believable, their emotions are palpable, and the Arizona desert location is thrilling and enjoyable.
The author has created a narrative that is not only action-packed but also compels us to contemplate the wonder of life and what it is to be human.
I know I'm repeating myself, but I never imagined I'd read, much less enjoy, The Host as much as I did. I didn't think the Twilight Saga author could produce a narrative that would appeal to anybody other than the young ladies, usually teens, who have been consuming a story about a heroine torn between a handsome vampire and an equally magnificent werewolf.
The Host is now one of my top twenty all-time favorite books. It's not perfect, but it's pretty darn near, at least for me. You'll quickly fall in love with every character. Furthermore, the plot will leave you wanting more. This is a must-read book and it comes highly recommended.
Synopsis:
“Now available as a special edition eBook:
New Bonus Chapter and Reading Group Guide, including Stephenie Meyer's Annotated Playlist for the book with linking to and back from text.
Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away. The earth has been invaded by a species that take over the minds of human hosts while leaving their bodies intact. Wanderer, the invading "soul" who has been given Melanie's body, didn't expect to find its former tenant refusing to relinquish possession of her mind.
As Melanie fills Wanderer's thoughts with visions of Jared, a human who still lives in hiding, Wanderer begins to yearn for a man she's never met. Reluctant allies, Wanderer and Melanie set off to search for the man they both love.
Featuring one of the most unusual love triangles in literature, THE HOST is a riveting and unforgettable novel about the persistence of love and the essence of what it means to be human.”
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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.
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