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The Host: A Novella Kindle Edition

by Brandon Massey (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 168 ratings
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A luxurious rental house on the beach. Gorgeous weather. Free Wi-Fi. What could possibly go wrong?

On the verge of divorce, Dante and Nicole attempt to rekindle their marriage by renting a secluded, luxury beach property via Airbnb, for a romantic getaway. It should be the perfect balm for their relationship: a week of beautiful sunrises and sunsets on a white sand beach, a sublime setting for them to rediscover their love. But once they settle in at the seaside villa, they realize the host not only has them under surveillance--he has somehow stolen their most closely guarded secrets. Secrets that, once revealed, could destroy their already fragile marriage. And even move them to destroy each other . . .

"The Host" is a novella, of about 60 pages. It was originally published in the FOUR SECRETS anthology in 2019.

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    55 pages
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  4. Publication date
    May 22, 2020
  5. File size
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Editorial Reviews

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Rave reviews for Brandon Massey's suspense thrillers:"An intense thriller . . . a wild ride!"- Kevin O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author
"A razor-sharp thriller guaranteed to keep you turning pages well into the night. Start this one on your day off---you won't be able to put it down."-- Douglas Clegg, bestselling author of The Queen of Wolves and The Hour Before Dark
"The talented Mr. Massey has the rare knack of grabbing the reader early and not letting go. Massey knows how to ratchet up the suspense."
-- John Lutz, New York Times bestselling author
"A taut, involving, and utterly convincing thrill ride."
-- Gregg Olsen, New York Times bestselling author

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0893L62YH
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 22, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1337 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 55 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 168 ratings

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Brandon Massey

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Brandon Massey sold his first short story in 1996 to a speculative fiction magazine. Three years later, he self-published Thunderland, his first novel. After managing to sell a few thousand copies on his own, Kensington Publishing Corp signed him to a publishing contract and republished the novel in 2002.

Since then, Massey has published up to three books a year, ranging from thriller novels such as The Other Brother and Don't Ever Tell, vampire fiction such as Dark Corner, and short story collections such as Twisted Tales; he's also edited multiple anthologies in his Dark Dreams series, featuring the short works of acclaimed authors from Eric Jerome Dickey to Tananarive Due.

Massey currently lives with his family near Atlanta, GA.

To stay posted on his latest book news, visit his website at www.brandonmassey.com and sign up for his free newsletter.

Customer reviews

4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5
168 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the storyline suspenseful and great. They also describe the writing style as short, well-written, and nicely paced. Opinions differ on the characters, with some finding them relatable and others unlikable and lackluster.

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21 customers mention "Storyline"17 positive4 negative

Customers find the storyline suspenseful, entertaining, and full of action. They also say the book holds their attention and has a great concept.

"Mr Massey can do no wrong in my opinion. His stories pull you in, put you in a chokehold and leave you wondering what did I just read...." Read more

"I enjoyed this book. It was short and suspenseful.i Will definitely be checking out more from this author. I stayed engaged" Read more

"This was an entertaining read about Dante and Nicole who were interesting characters with many secrets...." Read more

"I loved everything about this . It was short. It was compelling. Nicely paced. Well written. No fluff secenes...." Read more

9 customers mention "Writing style"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the writing style of the book short, suspenseful, and well written. They also say it's a good short read with no fluff.

"I enjoyed this book. It was short and suspenseful.i Will definitely be checking out more from this author. I stayed engaged" Read more

"...He is a truly talented writer." Read more

"...It was short. It was compelling. Nicely paced. Well written. No fluff secenes. Be careful what you do over the internet!" Read more

"The book held my attention and kept it. Good short read. I recommend it if you want something quick and straight to the point." Read more

6 customers mention "Characters"4 positive2 negative

Customers are mixed about the characters. Some find them relatable, while others say they're unlikable and superficial.

"...an entertaining read about Dante and Nicole who were interesting characters with many secrets...." Read more

"...The couple wasn't likable and the ending felt rushed and thrown together." Read more

"...The plot becomes a game of cat-and-mouse. The characters are relatable. The dialogue flows, and the settings are vibrant...." Read more

"...The characters are realistic and not over-the-top, which makes their situation even more terrifying...." Read more

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Adriane Griggs
5.0 out of 5 stars Saw meets Alexa
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2023
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Mr Massey can do no wrong in my opinion. His stories pull you in, put you in a chokehold and leave you wondering what did I just read.

Marriage is complicated and for this couple, almost over. A forced vacation to work on getting back on track turns into a game of survival as "The Host" puts the secrets they hold on display. Alexa and Siri be watching....
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Semi W.
4.0 out of 5 stars thrilling
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2024
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I enjoyed this book. It was short and suspenseful.i Will definitely be checking out more from this author. I stayed engaged
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Tiffany Roper
3.0 out of 5 stars The “predictable” Host
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2020
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A short read but SUPER predictable. I had it figured out before I made it halfway through. 2 1/2 stars.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love the plot twists
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2022
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I discovered Brandon years ago when I read his book Thunderland. I've read all of his books and never have I been disappointed. He is a truly talented writer.
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AlexanderMyQueen
4.0 out of 5 stars Dante and Nicole
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2023
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This was an entertaining read about Dante and Nicole who were interesting characters with many secrets. I recommend this to any one who likes quick, suspenseful reads.
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Vivienne Diane Neal
5.0 out of 5 stars A Riveting Novella with an Unexpected Ending
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2021
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As always, the author does not disappoint when it comes to writing a dark mystery. The plot becomes a game of cat-and-mouse. The characters are relatable. The dialogue flows, and the settings are vibrant. Nichole and Dante Edgewood decide to spend a week at a seaside residence that seems like a dreamland, but things are not what they appear to be. When an enigmatic stranger approaches Nichole, the plot will take a different path. The narrative will reveal some eerie happenings, secrets and lies, recordings, and micro-cheating, leading up to a jaw-dropping ending, reminding us that what we seek outside is actually in front of us.
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Aquariusmoon7
2.0 out of 5 stars Great concept, bad follow through
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2024
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This was an extremely predictable read. From the man on the beach to the free wi-fi when they arrived, there was no real suspense. The secrets that were revealed were embarrassing for both, but felt more like "it's over" than "let me pick up this weapon they provided us" 
The couple wasn't likable and the ending felt rushed and thrown together.
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Jupiter Love
5.0 out of 5 stars Thrill ride
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2020
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I loved everything about this . It was short. It was compelling. Nicely paced. Well written. No fluff secenes. Be careful what you do over the internet!
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