Monday, May 12, 2008

The Host


I just finished Stephenie Meyer's newest book, The Host. It was a great read and I would definitely reccommend it to anyone. I wasn't sure I would like it when I first saw what genre it would be, but thought I would give it a try anyways since I loved the Twilight series despite my hesitations that I wouldn't because of the whole sci-fi thing. Meyer is fast making her way to the top of my author list as #1...I mean it says a lot that she is making me fall in love with these books that wouldn't even interest me in the slightest since I am usually more of a mystery or fictional history lover...but vampires and body snatchers?? Who would have thought?? So if you are still thinking to yourself that you would most definitely NOT like reading anything to do with vampires or body snatchers then you're missing out :-) Go on just give 'em a try...I did and loved them!! I do have to say that The Host was not as good as Twilight, but it was pretty dang close. The Host touched on so many different aspects of humanity that it would be appealing to a bunch of different types of reader...love of community, love of a mother, romanitc love (my favorite, I'm a sap), etc.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

I just put my name on the reserve list at the library for this new book and for her "Breaking Dawn" book coming out in August!

I can't wait to get to read them. I loved her first three books.

Mom

laurel said...

This book is in the mail, on it's way! I'm glad to hear you liked it because I was a little worried~ I figured it would be a safe bet because like you said, Stephenie Meyer has already proved herself (in my book) with the whole Twilight series. Can't wait to dive in and read!

Lisa said...

Good to know, I haven't heard too much about it yet but on your recommendation I'm going to give it a try...no pressure! : )

Kim said...

Okay, was a little questionable after reading what it was about. Now I MUST go out and get it. I needed another new book to read anyway!! Yeah!!!

The Keetch Family said...

I loved twilight series as well (contrary to my expectations) so I'll have to give Host a try. I'm sure it won't disappoint. thanks for the recommendation!

btw...thanks so much for the cute baby present! love them all! you have the best taste. what a good friend you are!

Whit said...

You likey? I knew it!