Atmosphere (USED)

Reach for the stars in Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones & The Six. Set during the high-stakes era of the 1980s Space Shuttle program, this sweeping historical fiction novel blends ambition, love, and scientific discovery into an unforgettable story of women breaking barriers at NASA.

Joan Goodwin, a brilliant physics professor at Rice University, has always been captivated by the mysteries of the cosmos. When the opportunity arises to join one of NASA’s early astronaut training programs for scientists, she takes a leap of faith—risking everything to pursue her dream of space exploration.

Immersed in the demanding world of astronaut training, Joan forms powerful connections with a diverse and driven crew. Among them are elite pilots, engineers, and mission specialists, each navigating their own ambitions, secrets, and sacrifices. But it is fellow candidate Vanessa Ford—an exceptionally skilled aeronautical engineer—who challenges Joan’s understanding of love, identity, and what it means to truly belong.

As tensions rise and the pressure of space missions intensifies, Joan must confront her deepest fears and desires. When a pivotal moment in December 1984 changes the course of everything, she is forced to reevaluate her place in the universe—both on Earth and beyond.

Perfect for fans of historical fiction, women in STEM stories, and emotionally rich character-driven novels, Atmosphere is a soaring tale of resilience, passion, and the courage to chase the impossible.