The Host
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Summary
The novel «The Host» by Stephenie Meyer tells the story of a future where Earth has been taken over by alien beings called Souls, who inhabit human bodies, erasing their consciousness. The main character, a Soul named Wanderer, inhabits the body of a girl named Melanie Stryder. However, Melanie does not completely disappear and begins to fight for control over her body. Gradually, Wanderer starts to experience human emotions and becomes attached to the people Melanie loved, including her brother Jamie and her beloved Jared. Together, they try to survive in a world where humans have become rare and find a way to coexist. The story explores themes of love, identity, and humanity.
Date of publication: 22 February 2025
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Genre: Science Fiction