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The Host

By: Stephenie Meyer
Narrated by: Kate Reading
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Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away. Earth has been invaded by a species that takes over the minds of 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.

©2008 Stephenie Meyer (P)2008 Hachette Audio
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Audiobook Got Me Through

When The Host first came out I bought it in hardback and had the hardest time getting into it. I couldn't get past the first few chapters, which made me sad because I really wanted to like this book. However, I remembered an experience I'd had with another amazing book that I had had trouble getting into at first, but then ultimately loved after listening to the audiobook, so I, thankfully, decided to listen to The Host on audiobook. I have now listened to it more than ten times and still absolutely love it every single time. It gives such richness and depth to the story and Kate Reading is amazing!!! I highly recommend.

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Fun and exciting

This was one of my first audible books, and it was a good start. The book was exciting with a lot of adventure. A good teen book

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In my top 10 favorite books

I just finished reading The Host for the 5th time. I absolutely love this story. Stephanie’s writing is incredible and the story flows so well. The ended always brings tears to my eyes. I never want to book to end. Love love love

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One of my all time favorites

This is one of my all time favorites of modern fiction.
Such a beautiful story.
The Narrator makes it all enjoyable.
The way she describes things... I found myself welling up with emotions.
I have listened to this atleast 20x.
Actually better than just reading the book.
When I watched the movie I was terribly disappointed.

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JUST amazing! Great performance by the reader plus the book is fantastic! The movie does NOT do this book justice. Take a chance and listen or read this book!

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Enjoyable

I really am wishing we could get a sequel. I would love to know what happens next to them all.

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Multiple Readthroughs

So far I've enjoyed every story told by Stephanie Meyers: Twilight Saga, The Chemist, and now Host. I listed to it from the Library 3 times back to back bit. When I couldn't renew, I bought it. It's is rare for me to purchase instead of loan or rent but I'm happy I have now that I've relistened for a 5th time. I hope you enjoy it too.

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Gripping & heart wrenching

This is one of my favorite audiobooks. It’s a very imaginative story and I am sad to have finished it. The narrator also does a great job.

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Love this book

I have read this book so many times!! it was nice to listen to it for once

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Phenomenal

I love the characters, story, and worlds that Stephanie creates. This is no different. Awesome.

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