What are some literary elements in The Host by Stephenie Meyer?
Characterization : Characters Melanie “Mel” Stryder — Melanie is a 20-year-old human who managed to escape capture by the invading souls for years, living on the run. Eventually she is captured, and a soul known as Wanderer is implanted in Mel’s body. Mel continues to fight after Wanderer is implanted in her body, speaking to Wanderer and feeding her memories of the people she loves in hopes that Wanderer will one day lead her back to them. Mel likes the feeling of being physically strong and berates Wanderer for neglecting to keep her that way. She has a temper and may be considered volatile compared to docile Wanderer. Melanie is passionately in love with another human named Jared, and shares a strong mother-like bond with her younger brother. She grows to care for Wanderer deeply as a sister, as well. Melanie is described as beautiful, tall and athletic, naturally tan skin, a square face, dark brown hair, and hazel eyes. Wanderer/Wanda — Wanderer is the invading soul that inhabits
