After countless recommendations in this subreddit, I finally picked up Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary as my first real sci-fi, and it GREAT(I do love sci-fi movies so this was expected). Weir's structure reminded me of a blend between Memento and Interstellar (besides Inception, these are my favorite movies by Christopher Nolan),and kept me engaged with its unfolding mysteries and scientific depth (No spoilers).
I couldn't help but wonder about the extensive research that must have gone into crafting this book. Weir's ability to make complex concepts accessible is truly impressive (and the humor was great).
The ending was satisfying (and trying not to spoil).
As a newcomer to the genre, I'm eager to explore more sci-fi titles. Any recommendations for someone looking? I'd also love to discuss Project Hail Mary with others—what were your thoughts and surprises along the way?
by Bookumapp