The Host
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Interesting Facts
- The book combines elements of science fiction and romance, making it unique in its genre.
- The main character, an alien Soul named Wanderer, inhabits the body of a girl named Melanie but discovers that Melanie's consciousness has not disappeared, and they begin to coexist in one body.
- The book explores themes of identity, love, and humanity through the lens of an alien invasion.
- Stephenie Meyer created a complex world where alien beings called Souls take over human bodies but retain their memories.
- The novel was adapted into a film in 2013, starring Saoirse Ronan and Max Irons.
- The book has been translated into numerous languages and has been recognized by both science fiction fans and romance enthusiasts.
- Unlike Meyer's other works, this book does not feature vampires, making it unique in her bibliography.

Date of publication: 22 February 2025
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Genre: Science Fiction