Stephenie Meyer has become a household name. Even if you've never read her books, you've at least heard of her and her either much-loved or much-hated Twilight series. (I'm in the 'much-loved' category, and I'm not the least bit ashamed to admit it.) In the middle of the Twilight hype, Stephenie released The Host, the first book I ever read by her and one that was completely over-shadowed by the noise of squealing Team Jacob and Team Edward teenage fans. It's a shame, really, that this book didn't receive the attention it deserved. It's more science fiction than paranormal ~ think Revenge of the Body Snatchers ~ but it's more about the surviving and thriving elements of humanity than about the conquering of the world by an alien race. Just trust me ~ it's good ;).
They made movies of all of Stephenie Meyer's other books, so it makes sense that would make one based on The Host. I stumbled upon the trailer and cast list ~ the movie will be released in March, 2013 ~ and although the trailer looks awesome, I'm a little perturbed about who they are casting as Melanie Stryder ~ Saoirse Ronan. I love her, don't get me wrong, but I always pictured Melanie as this dark Amazonian looking woman who can outrun just about anyone. I guess we'll find out..
My preconceived notions aside, here's the trailer for The Host. Looking forward to it :).
I agree, it can be confusing.. Melanie and Wanderer going back and forth in essentially the same mind.. I've read the book three times and each time the book got better and better :)
I've attempted to read this book many times. but it's so damn confusing!
ReplyDeleteI agree, it can be confusing.. Melanie and Wanderer going back and forth in essentially the same mind.. I've read the book three times and each time the book got better and better :)
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