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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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I keep listening over and over

If you could sum up The Host in three words, what would they be?

A great listen

What did you like best about this story?

The story just draws you in.

What about Kate Reading’s performance did you like?

She is Melanie/Wanda and and she keeps the story enteraining.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

We will survive.

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One if my favorite stories ever!

This is my fourth time reading this book, but only my first time with Audible. It took me a while to want to read it because I wasn't sure if I was going to like the narrator, but turns out she is fantastic. I loved it! I can't wait to read it again.

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Amazing!

Not only is the story absolutely fantastic, the reader does an amazing job of portraying each different character and making you really feel the story. It’s definitely worth the money!

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simply wonderful

Ms. Stephanie Meyer did her thing on this one. She is such a wonderful author. Loved it.

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My favorite book ever

Such an amazing unique book.
The reader is wonderful as well.
went through so many paper back copies over the years that the bindings would give out.
luckily I cant wear out this copy because Ive already listened to it multiple times!
definitely worth a listen. highly recommended.

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great

the book is much better than the movie. read/listen to the book first, then the movies...

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This is NOT Twilight

I’ve listened to this book twice. It is well thought out and the writing is great. I liked the story, the character development is well done. The narrator does a great job in distinguishing the character voices.

I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

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Even better in audio

I have rewd this book many times, listening to it was a whole new experience. I usually find the 1st few chapters slow but in an audio book the pace geels much quicker and I stayed engaged. 10 out of 10, love this audio book even more then the original

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One of my favorite books

As a teenager, I’ve read this book many times; even a couple times as an adult. I don’t have much time to read nowadays, but audiobooks are perfect for my busy schedule. I have listened to this audiobook at least a half a dozen times. The first time I listened to it, my initial response was to question the choice of narrator. I tend to prefer voices that match the main character. Regardless of that, she does an incredible job of drawing me in with her distinct voices for each character. Even her male voices are so believable. Every time I finish this audiobook my heart aches for more. I’ve always wished for a follow up book, but the best I can get is to listen to this one over and over. This is a highly underrated young adult book, with a perfect mixture of sci-fi, drama, action, and romance. It’s really unlike any other books I can find.

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Great narrator! Story required a touch of patience

Narrator was great! I could easily differentiate the characters speaking. I remember loving this book in highschool, but I hadn't remembered it being this long!

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