The Host by Stephenie Meyer

An alien race has taken over the planet Earth. Humans have now become hosts for souls - creatures that can only live within another being. The souls came quietly, a few at a time, to Earth and slipped in without notice. Once they were discovered, it was too late.

Souls are a peaceful race and they feel humans do not deserve the planet they have been given. Not only are people destroying their world, but they tend to hurt, maim, and kill each other. Better that the souls take over and make Earth a more beautiful and peaceful place to live.

The quiet war is almost over. Most of the human minds have been erased by the souls that have invaded their bodies. But a small group of humans are still in hiding - running to avoid capture and doing what they can to survive.

I received my copy of The Host as an incentive to join a book club. I knew nothing about the book except that the author was Stephenie Meyer, who also wrote the Twilight series. I loved Twilight, so I was excited to give The Host a try.

Once it arrived in the mail, I realized The Host was a type of science fiction novel - with aliens coming from deep space to take over the world. This is usually not my type of read (I am more into horror fiction), so the book set for a week before I picked it up again. I finally decided to give it a chance and I am so glad that I did. I was hooked by the first chapter and totally immersed myself in The Host for two days.

To my surprise and enjoyment, I discovered that The Host is much more than just a science fiction novel. The author has combined sci-fi with adventure, action, drama, suspense, and a bit of mystery. It is even a love story. I fell head over heels for the world Stephenie Meyer has created in The Host.

The book is absolutely wonderful. The characters have a lot of depth and are very intriguing. You feel you come to know and love them. The story is full of suspense and very exciting. It captures you and does not let go. Best of all, the ending is very satisfying and the story feels complete.

The Host is an adult novel, but it is very clean and (in my opinion) safe for young adult readers. My eleven year old daughter read it when I was done. When I asked her how she liked it, she exclaimed, "That book was awesome!" I had to agree.

I highly recommend The Host to anyone that loves a good read. If offers something for everyone and it is a wonderful storyline. Stephenie Meyer should be applauded for another great book.

The Host Book Review
© 2009 - Crystal D. Booth


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