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single handedly the best book i’ve read. i loved everything ab this book, and it’s the only book ive ever had a true connection to the characters. i LOVED rocky so much. the ending was amazing, and weir is an amazing author. can’t wait for the movie.
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A Stunning Mix of Science, Survival & Heart
Project Hail Mary was such an experience to read. Ryland Grace wakes up alone in space with no memory of who he is or why he’s there, slowly piecing together the truth that he may be the only hope for Earth’s survival. What follows is a story filled with problem-solving, teamwork in the most unexpected form, and the realization that humanity can’t make it alone. This book made me laugh, hold my breath, and feel so much more than I expected. Space both fascinates and terrifies me, but stories like this make it feel real in a way that lingers long after the last page. I read it with my teen boys, and one of them asked if something like this could actually happen. Honestly, it feels like it could. Some of the science was far above my head, even with a science background, but it never took away from the story. If anything, it made the world feel more believable. This is a powerful story about survival, curiosity, hope, and connection. It made me think deeply, and those are the books I treasure. A must-read.
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Great Read
A bit hard to stay involved in the story but great theme and narrative. A bit corny but very sweet relationships in the book.
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THE PAPER BACK PRICE IS WORTH IT
I saw a YouTube recommendation on this book, this is by far one of the best books I’ve read. This book does NOT follow the cliché storyline of its genre. It’s VERY chemistry and astronomically term heavy?? But the mc is written so humorously and relatable-ly? where he breaks its down for the reader. Loved the writing, (some) characters and the plot. 10/10 def would recommend if you like the movie Interstellar. Shout out Rocky :p
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Very Good and Original Book
I feel like there are very few sci-fi books that aren't just "what if humanity fought aliens" or "what if the government was really bad". And while those books aren't always bad, it's nice to see a unique story like this book, which I think was very well written. The scientific explanations for the future technology also seemed much more plausible than those of other sci-fi books I've read, explaining how the technology works and why it was suddenly possible to make it. So overall, a very good sci-fi book, and I highly recommend it.
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Had me (a non-reader) absolutely hooked!
I picked up Project Hail Mary back in June thinking it would just be another overrated generic sci-fi story. Oh boy was I wrong and I’m glad it wasn’t! Project Hail Mary introduces a known concept but with a unique twist: it had me thinking on the scientific information it provided, happy about the results of finding a possible solution to the central issue, angry when it the said result turned to be false, and at the edge of my seat as the main character gets into life threatening circumstances beyond his already grim situation. In simple terms, this book may of gotten me back into reading! Would recommend to readers and non-readers before the movie comes out!
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Wow!
I think I bought this book. I do remember where it was the last time I saw it. Anywho, I read it not knowing anything about it other than it looked interesting. I was not disappointed. Twists and turns to excite any SF fan. Your life is not complete without reading this book.
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Absolutely awesome
“You sleep now, I watch” Finished this book in two days, I was absolutely glued to it, definitely highly recommended.
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