The Host by Stephanie Meyer

The human race has been invaded by parasitic "souls" who claim to live a more peaceful and civilized way of life. Melanie, a human resistor, has her worst nightmare come true when she is caught and embedded with a soul known as Wanderer. Wanderer, unable to shake off Melanie's consciousness, seeks out Melanie's family and loved ones. She soon becomes a sole alien living among human survivors, integrating herself into their daily lives. However, there is a price to pay when one body shares two souls and the ultimate decision must be made.

I had originally bought The Host last year when I read The Twilight Saga. However, it has sat on my self unread because I wanted to allow my mind enough time to fully separate the two stories in my mind. They are indeed, quite different. Meyer brings a complex, rich voice to this "sci-fi story for people who don't like science fiction." I found the characters in this book easy to identify with, both human and alien alike. Meyer also raises several moral and ethical questions that leaves one thinking long after they have set the book down. Overall, I highly enjoyed The Host, and would recommend it to all readers, even those who didn't enjoy The Twilight Saga.

Breaking Dawn by Stephanie Meyer

I have heard a lot of negative buzz in regards to Breaking Dawn. Honestly, it was my favorite book in the Twilight Saga. I had to ration the last half of the book to make it last as long as possible. I really enjoyed the entire series. I wasn't even through the first chapter of Twilight before I became completely wrapped up in the Cullen's world. I believe that people have heavily criticized the series because they were looking for a great literary masterpiece. The fact of the matter is this is just a good story. There is nothing precisely remarkable about the series, except that it's a good story. So if elegant prose or symbolism are what you seek, look further. For those willing to get immersed into an imaginative and magical world, I highly recommend Breaking Dawn as well as the entire Twilight Saga.

Eclipse by Stephanie Meyer

Soooo good.

New Moon by Stephanie Meyer

Amazing.

Favorite quote from the book:

"He thought for a minute. 'All right.' Forget time limits. If you want me to be the one-then you'll just have to meet one condition.'

'Condition?' My voice went flat. 'What condition?'

His eyes were cautious-he spoke slowly. 'Marry me first'."


*squeeeeeeeeeeeeee*

Twilight by Stephanie Meyer

I just finished the first book in the "Twilight" series. All I have to say is it's AMAZING. I don't even want to see the movie. I'd rather just allow the book to play out as it did in my imagination. *insert side note: So MANY movies ruin the way you picture books as you read them* If you haven't already read it, do so immediately (admittedly, it' does have a target audience).

I am extremely eager to read the rest of the series.