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Project Hail Mary [Audio] MP3 CD

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  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1867556235
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1867556237
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.2 x 1.4 x 12.2 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 147,937 ratings

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Andy Weir

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ANDY WEIR built a two-decade career as a software engineer until the success of his first published novel, The Martian, allowed him to live out his dream of writing full-time.

He is a lifelong space nerd and a devoted hobbyist of such subjects as relativistic physics, orbital mechanics, and the history of manned spaceflight. He also mixes a mean cocktail.

He lives in California.

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Customers find the content awesome, interesting, and a pleasure to read. They describe the story as incredible, full of science, and twists and turns. Readers describe the humor as witty, sarcastic, and hilarious. They find the story suspenseful, heartwarming, and an emotional roller coaster. They praise the writing quality as well-written, easy to read, and fast-moving. Opinions are mixed on the complex science, with some finding it easy to understand and others finding it sometimes too technical.

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244 customers mention "Content"223 positive21 negative

Customers find the book awesome, fun, and interesting. They say it's a pleasure to read and a real page turner. Readers also mention the scenarios are realistic, plausible, and backed up with technical details. They also appreciate the unique, brilliant storytelling method and science Andy weaves into the book.

"Great book! The story was full of science but never once did I get bored. I was always fully engaged. Lots of high five moments...." Read more

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"Excellent book. My favourite from this author. Light, quick read, completely engrossing. I love it so much...." Read more

72 customers mention "Story"72 positive0 negative

Customers find the story incredible, amazing, and full of science. They appreciate the great plot, twists and turns, and reveals. Readers say the premise is believable and the book takes readers on an unforgettable interstellar journey. In addition, they say the book is science fiction at its truest intersection.

"Great story and makes great use of plenty of scientific topics presented in an easy to read format for all to enjoy" Read more

"...Such a great story! The disaster that you have created for earth to overcome was masterful and fascinating...." Read more

"Such an awesome story. The science is excellent and weaved into an exciting narrative...." Read more

"...It is quite simply science fiction at its very best. Great plot, great characters." Read more

54 customers mention "Engaging"54 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining, enjoyable, and addictive. They say it's a real page-turner with lots of action-packed moments. Readers also mention the book has a great mix of adventure, hard science, and humor. They also mention the author has a wonderful way of having technological events, experiments, and issues seem wonderful.

"...the subject matter easy to digest and more importantly engaging and fun." Read more

"...Engaging, funny, and an emotional roller coaster. I can’t recommend this book enough." Read more

"...(Court battle.) While this format is distracting it is entertaining. It probably slowed my reading down, which could be good or bad...." Read more

"...Exciting and hilarious, this is well worth the read for any nerdy science geek but also anyone who has ever dreamed of space travel." Read more

33 customers mention "Humor"33 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the humor in the book. They say it makes them smile and laugh out loud. Readers also love Andy's writing.

"...Mostly this is a funny, engaging story of two aliens forging a friendship...." Read more

"...The problem solving, walkthroughs, humour. It was a great read." Read more

"...Ryland Grace has a snide, witty, and sarcastic sense of humour, usually directed at himself...." Read more

"This novel is filled with easy science, a little suspense, a smattering of comedy, and some interesting ideas about what alien contact might look..." Read more

28 customers mention "Suspenseful"28 positive0 negative

Customers find the book suspenseful, heartwarming, and an emotional roller coaster. They also describe the characters as relatable, compelling, and interesting instead of frightening. Readers describe the book as delightful and captivated by the suspense and tension.

"...was enough for me to follow what was happening and be captivated by the suspense and tension without understanding the scientific theories involved...." Read more

"...That said, Project Hail Mary has the heart of The Martian- it’s hopeful and even heartwarming at times, with friendships, and that united-in-a-common..." Read more

"Project Hail Mary is a gripping sci-fi novel that takes readers on an unforgettable interstellar journey...." Read more

"Andy Weir is a gifted story teller and always makes me smile. His plots are rich and provide many surprises along the way...." Read more

26 customers mention "Writing quality"24 positive2 negative

Customers find the book well-written, easy to read, and fun. They say it should be required reading in English or whatever language you learn. Readers also mention the scenes are easy reads and many they read multiple times.

"...To be fair, it is well written. I just could not get into it...." Read more

"Very well written! Great story with humour and well paced. I am not an avid Science fiction reader but this book made me a convert once again!..." Read more

"...5. Stellar Writing: The author's masterful storytelling and evocative prose make Project Hail Mary a pleasure to read, even for those new to the sci-..." Read more

"...Each of the scenes are easy reads, and many I read multiple times, because they’re fun! (Court battle.)..." Read more

17 customers mention "Pacing"14 positive3 negative

Customers find the pacing of the story great, fast-moving, and creative. They say the book is action-packed yet heartwarming with just the perfect amount of real.

"This book was a wonderful read! It was well paced, and kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time!..." Read more

"...I was always fully engaged. Lots of high five moments. A what a great ending!" Read more

"A well-paced, plausible, apocalyptic yarn that contains Weir's signature humour peppering everything. This relatively new author has done it again...." Read more

"Read the story and thoroughly enjoyed the plot, pace and science that Andy weaves into his characters...." Read more

21 customers mention "Technical"14 positive7 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the technicality of the book. Some find the complex science made easy to understand, while others say it's tedious and not very well-written. Readers also mention the descriptions are fascinating.

"...Science fiction scenarios are realistic, plausible backed up with technical explications." Read more

"...written as hearing the main characters inner dialogue and meticulous methods was tiring...." Read more

"This novel is filled with easy science, a little suspense, a smattering of comedy, and some interesting ideas about what alien contact might look..." Read more

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  • Shannon George
    5.0 out of 5 stars Save the world with Math and the power of friendship
    Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2025
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    Honestly made me realize more women should be in STEM. The ending was bittersweet, and yes, made me emotional. 5 stars for making me feel things for space faring spiders.
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  • Carolyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great science fiction adventure
    Reviewed in Canada on June 2, 2021
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    Having read The Martian and seen the movie, I was anxious and excited to read Project Hail Mary. First, let me explore some of the problems causing mixed reviews. It is very heavy on science and technology. I thought the explanations by Andy Weir were difficult to follow for anyone without a strong background in mathematics, physics, chemistry or astronomy. Still, the author did this as well as possible. I found I did not need to fully follow the explanations to be along on the wild ride through space. It was sufficient to read about the actions, danger, and problems faced. I found the story so exciting and thought-provoking that it was enough for me to follow what was happening and be captivated by the suspense and tension without understanding the scientific theories involved. I imagine that readers with a strong background in science or math might enjoy fact-checking the accuracy of the explanations, but this is not necessary to believe this thrilling story.

    The earth is facing annihilation in the not-too-distant future. Alien microorganisms, astrophages, are absorbing energy from the sun. The sun is cooling, and it is predicted that this will lead to an ice age, famines, wars for resources, and the eventual extinction of most of the life on earth. There seems to be a glimmer of hope on a planet, Tau Ceti, in a distant solar system. This is the only place discovered where astrophages are being destroyed.

    The Petrova task force has been set up consisting of the worlds' greatest minds from many nations. They establish Project Hail Mary under the leadership and authority of the director (dictator) Eva Stratt. She is driven to save the world from impending catastrophe at all costs. What she possesses in authority puts her on a power trip. She is cold-hearted, lacks scruples and willing to set aside legalities, morality and ethics to achieve her goals. She will select a three-person crew of the best scientists and astronauts capable of withstanding a prolonged coma on their long one-way suicide journey into interstellar space.

    Sometime in the future, aboard the spaceship Hail Mary, Ryland Grace awakens from an induced coma. Tubes, electrodes and IV lines are attached to his body. Nearby are the mummified bodies of his two crewmates. He cannot recall his name, where he is, or why he is there. As his physical body gains strength, he recovers snippets of memory of the past.

    He was a dedicated, enthusiastic, and popular Junior High science teacher whose work was inspiring to his students. He had few friends. How did he come to be selected for this mission, and for what purpose? He is horrified to learn he is somewhere in deep space with no way back to earth. He knows he doesn't want to die, but there is no way home with insufficient food and fuel. His two crewmates could have explained the mission and helped him, but they are dead. He realizes this will soon be his solitary fate. As bits of his memory and thoughts begin to clarify, we learn more about his life and how he got to be on this mission into outer space. If only he could remember what he is supposed to do now!

    He makes contact with a masterful engineer and mechanic named Rocky. To say more about this endearing and wonderful character would be a spoiler.

    Ryland Grace has a snide, witty, and sarcastic sense of humour, usually directed at himself. It is a wild, exciting journey towards his destination, Tau Ceti. The ride is full of danger, twists and excitement. Through his tireless ingenuity, he manages to overcome obstacles never before faced by anyone. Does Grace muddle through and save the earth? What difficult choice must now face him? Of all the endings I could envision, I never thought of its fantastical conclusion which was most unexpected and satisfying for me.
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  • jennifer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Project Hail Mary has the heart of The Martian
    Reviewed in Canada on January 13, 2022
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    Ryland Grace wakes aboard the Hail Mary (which btw. I laughed and laughed all through the book about these names and their double meanings) with no memories, and there starts our journey as he tries to figure out the how, what, and why’s, of his circumstances. I’ll try to stay vague without going into too many details- others have said it better anyway and there is something to be said about discovering and enjoying a story as it unfolds.

    Having read and adored The Martian, multiple times (between book, movie, and the audio), I wondered with Hail Mary, with its similar sounding premise of ‘science guy surviving alone in space’, if I would ever be able to separate myself from seeing Watney, as Ryland Grace.

    Not a problem. Ryland and Mark, couldn’t have been more different. It took no time at all to realize that it was never going to be an issue. Ryland is more of an everyday kind of guy. Which becomes more apparent as the story unfolds, and as good as he is at the sciency parts and stepping up when the chips are down, he is still just a school teacher and isn’t prepared mentally for what will be asked of him.

    I hate to compare books but its hard not to when the one that came before is so beloved. That said, Project Hail Mary has the heart of The Martian- it’s hopeful and even heartwarming at times, with friendships, and that united-in-a-common-purpose-to-overcome-our-problems kind of theme, without feeling like a carbon copy…I think fans of that book will be happy.

    But it has a different feel in its style, the story doesn’t rely so heavily on a series of cliffies building to a grand finale, but works at a steadier pace, unfolding the events in the past, while tackling the problems in the now. Always keeping you curious as to how things got to this point, and how they can be fixed. That’s not to say there is no tension or surprises along the way, because there definitely is that, it’s just different.

    At is core Hail Mary is a buddy story about friendship, redemption, and of course, science. Weir has a way of making science accessible to people like me, while giving us a relatable main character to root for, which is a lot of what makes his books so much fun.

    A great story, totally recommend it.

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  • P. Bawa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Warm
    Reviewed in Canada on June 12, 2025
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    I have rarely read a science fiction book; a friend recommended it, I thought I will try it. Project Hail Mary got my attention after after about 70 pages. Then I could not put it down--enjoyed it very much. This is the first book that made me think--- there could be life somewhere besides out own planet.
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  • Mumther
    5.0 out of 5 stars **Jazz Hands** (You'll get this about half way through the story lol)
    Reviewed in Canada on June 21, 2025
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    Excellent book. My favourite from this author. Light, quick read, completely engrossing. I love it so much. They author did an amazing job at keeping his quirky author voice while making his characters uniquely relatable and his stories fresh.
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  • Joe G. Horacki
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! Just wow!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 4, 2025
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    Great book! The story was full of science but never once did I get bored. I was always fully engaged. Lots of high five moments. A what a great ending!
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  • Karen
    4.0 out of 5 stars kindle book
    Reviewed in Canada on February 16, 2025
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    I have not started to read this yet.
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  • 鶹 Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun read
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on October 27, 2024
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    Laid out really well, if great little surprises throughout the book that kept you turning the page. Great book for young adults and older adults.
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  • NoAlm
    3.0 out of 5 stars .
    Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on March 2, 2025
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    The cover is damaged
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  • Siddh Pandya
    5.0 out of 5 stars "An Epic Sci-Fi Adventure with Heart, Humor, and Brilliance"
    Reviewed in India on July 2, 2025
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    Project Hail Mary is one of the most gripping, emotionally satisfying, and cleverly written sci-fi novels I’ve ever read. From the very first page, I was hooked by the mystery and momentum—and it never let go.

    The story blends science, survival, and humor with perfection. The pacing is spot-on: never slow, never rushed. Just like The Martian, Andy Weir’s signature wit shines through, but here he adds a surprising amount of heart and emotional depth—especially in the bond between the characters.

    The climax is absolutely epic, and the conclusion left me stunned in the best way. It’s not just a great sci-fi story—it’s a celebration of friendship, sacrifice, and problem-solving at the edge of the universe.

    If you want a book that makes you laugh, think, and maybe even tear up a little—this is it. A modern sci-fi classic.
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    Siddh Pandya
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    "An Epic Sci-Fi Adventure with Heart, Humor, and Brilliance"

    Reviewed in India on July 2, 2025
    Project Hail Mary is one of the most gripping, emotionally satisfying, and cleverly written sci-fi novels I’ve ever read. From the very first page, I was hooked by the mystery and momentum—and it never let go.

    The story blends science, survival, and humor with perfection. The pacing is spot-on: never slow, never rushed. Just like The Martian, Andy Weir’s signature wit shines through, but here he adds a surprising amount of heart and emotional depth—especially in the bond between the characters.

    The climax is absolutely epic, and the conclusion left me stunned in the best way. It’s not just a great sci-fi story—it’s a celebration of friendship, sacrifice, and problem-solving at the edge of the universe.

    If you want a book that makes you laugh, think, and maybe even tear up a little—this is it. A modern sci-fi classic.
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  • GUILLERMO SAN ROMAN GARCIA
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buena historia
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 22, 2025
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    Si han leido The Martian por Andy Weir, dejame contarles que Hail Mary es todavia mejor! La narrativa es semejante en donde el protagonista resuelve problemas conforme van surgiendo. Todavia mejor es que nuestro heroe Ryland Grace es el unico sobreviviente de la mision y encuentra un Alien -al que llama Rocky- en una mision semejante y juntos trabajan para salvar sus respectivos mundos. Una lectura altamente recomendable!
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  • Philip J.
    5.0 out of 5 stars read it twice.
    Reviewed in Japan on June 13, 2025
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    Once for the story. Then again to digest the science.
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