Atmosphere, by Taylor Jenkins Reid, is a book about practically all of my favorite things, by one of my all-time favorite authors. 8os vibes. Brave, brilliant women. The drama, optimism, and fearlessness of NASA's Space Shuttle program. Life-or-death stakes. All wrapped up in TJR's masterful storytelling. Joan, Lydia, Donna, and Vanessa feel like real women to me–I rooted for them, cried with and for them, and ultimately was awed by them. Atmosphere deserves ALL THE STARS!!!!! Highly recommend!!!

I have been a long time fan of Taylor Jenkins Reid so I was very excited to read her new book, it did not disappoint! I was hooked from the beginning as a space enthusiast, though you do not have to love space to love this book. The details about astronaut selection and training when women were not treated so well in the science field were fascinating. Taylor gives a nod to the unfairness and ridiculousness of these double standards between men and women at the time but does not dwell on them, which can get mind numbing after a while. The personal relationships were realistic and well done as only TJR can do them! This is now my favorite Taylor Jenkins Reid book!

I absolutely loved this book! I guess I am not surprised, I always like Taylor Jenkins Reid's work but this one...this one is really special!

From the get go of Atmosphere I pictured Vanessa as Vanessa Doofenschmirtz from Phineas & Ferb and Joan as the mom from Ice Princess whose name I think is Joan and I could just never un-see those images.

I loved everything about this book except for Joan. Joan was not interesting.
Donna was interesting.
Lydia was interesting.
Hank and Griff were interesting.
Frances was interesting.
Heck even Barbara was interesting.
The intricacies of how to latch the latches on the I-shaped door on the outside of the spaceship were interesting.
But Joan? No. Joan was not interesting.
Joan was off-brand mayonnaise on the same shelf as a bunch of other condiments with actual color and flavor. But also… what kind of a good sandwich doesn’t have mayonnaise? It’s an essential!

But alas, Atmosphere was still incredible because TJR is such a good writer that I could be obsessed with everything about a book even though I didn’t like the main character. I couldn’t stop thinking about this for the couple days it took me to read it, and I won’t be able to stop thinking about it for a long time. I felt everything that happened in my very soul because TJR is just that good. Gah. So good! One might even say this book was … out of this world.

TJR has such a gift with making characters seem like real people and fictional events feel so real. She really is the best and I will auto-read and auto-buy every book she will ever write until the end of forever.

I loved this book about the first female astronauts. Reid obviously did her research. This book is sad and hopeful and lovely. It did make me cry and also want to read more about space. I don't want to say too much and give things away. It does not have obvious connections to Reid's other works like so many of the rest but does have many similar themes. Definitely recommend.

Every time I sit down to read a new book, I feel a bit of happy hopefulness for the story I'm about to engage with. Sometimes, I am rewarded with something fantastic. Other times, not so much. With Atmosphere, I hit the jackpot. This book was exactly what I needed right now.

I picked this title only because I've read and enjoyed other books by TJR. I didn't know what it was about, and when I found out it is based around NASA in the 1980s I was all in. I was a child in the 80s, enthralled by NASA and space travel. Of course, the author did her research and the science in this book was enjoyable for me to read.

But mostly, it was the characters that really made this book great. Joan Goodwin is one of the first women accepted into the program, and as such she and the other women carry the weight on their shoulders for all women. And what a wild ride it is for Joan. She has so much to learn about herself.

Thank you to the publisher and to Netgalley for an early copy! Publishes in June, 2025.

TJR, WOW! I laughed, I cried...what more do you need??

I really did not know what to expect with this story, completely went in blind, and could not stop reading,

Follow the life of FMCs Joan Goodwin and Vanessa Ford as they traverse the female role at NASA during the 1980s. Hold on tight, this book will take you for a ride! All of the characters play such important roles in Atmosphere and make you connect with them on different levels.

Thank you, NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for the ARC.

Taylor Jenkins Reid is really one of my favorite authors. She does a great job creating characters that are likeable and ones you are rooting for. Taking place in the 1980s, this was filled with nostalgia for me. It is an emotional love story. Highly recommend for TJR fans.

Taylor Jenkins Reid is back with another stellar read! When I first heard she was writing a book based on astronauts, I was definitely intrigued. Reid can make me read anything as long as she’s the one holding the pen. Atmosphere is an incredibly well written book. Reid does a great job with the technical aspects of this book and you can tell how much research went into writing this book. And of course it’s not a TJR book without interesting characters all around. Not only did I love Joan and Vanessa but the side characters also held their own. I really appreciated the slow and steady development between Joan and Vanessa.

I want to write something punchy and smart, but can you imagine a book so good you have to finish it in a crowded rideshare pickup lot, crying openly around 40 strangers?

The cover calls this "Atmosphere: A Love Story" and I can see TJR with her smile and a knife in her hand. A LOVE STORY. And so much more than what you think.

Thanks NetGalley and PRH! I assume you gave me this title as a mistake and it was the best mistake all year. Sorry to my seatmate as I wept on a plane.

Taylor Jenkins Reed does it again with Atmosphere. She finds a way to make you so attached to the characters that you feel all the emotions they do. I loved that it was set in the early 80s and addressed many of the issues at the time. I also love all the information about space that was included in the book. Highly recommend!

Taylor Jenkins Reid has done it again! I love this author's take on the historical fiction genre -- each one of her books is fresh and unique, and ATMOSPHERE is no exception. I had no idea I'd love a story about NASA and space, but of course TJR has made that possible!

Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Publishing for the ARC of Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
Atmosphere was an incredible book, with a myriad of emotions embedded in the reading experience. In fact, I read this book a few weeks ago, and even today, as I ruminate about the book, I think of the layers that it contains. This would be a GREAT book club choice, especially a woman's club who wouldn't shy away from talking about tough topics.

Taylor Jenkins Reid writes another hit. This time taking us back in time to outer space and following the intricate details of a time period when women weren't at the forefront of anyone's mind. Following in the footsteps of The Women, we see the challenges and pitfalls of women in a male dominated arena and the successes they made. From work and personal challenges, Joanie finds ways to succeed and come out on top. Great read!

I loved this book. Which isn’t surprising since Taylor Jenkins Reid wrote it! I’ve always been fascinated by space exploration so I really enjoyed that part of it. I adored the characters, and their journey.

This which is missing something her previous books I’ve had. I felt like their relationship was pretty predictable like I knew it was gonna happen as soon as they met. The just has not impacted me as much as some of Reid’s other books.

This book was such a delightful read! From the very first page, I found myself completely immersed in the story. The writing was so approachable and warm, making it easy to connect with the characters and the plot. I loved how the book felt both inviting and engaging, without ever being too complex or hard to follow. It was just the right mix of comfort and intrigue, and I truly enjoyed every moment of it. It’s a wonderful read that I’d happily recommend to anyone looking for a heartwarming escape!

Oh my GOD this was so good.

Set in the 1908s, this story follows Joan, a professor who finds that her dreams are bigger than where she ended up. When the call from NASA comes out that they are looking to expand their space program to women astronauts, she takes her chance and is selected. This story follows her struggles and triumphs throughout the program as well as in her personal life, trying to find love and help raise her niece. However, Joan ends up finding herself in the eye of the storm when a space mission goes awry and becomes deadly. The book opens with this and then the chapters jump in time from there, making this a fast paced read.

Nobody writes historical fiction the way Reid does. She can take any subject make it riveting. The addition of the love story really hit it home for me. Loved all of it. Highly recommend.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced reader’s copy!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC. Another great read by Taylor Jenkins Reid. This book follows Joan as she applies to NASA to become an astronaut and her journey in life. You learn a lot about her relationship with her niece, her friends, her NASA colleagues and her partner. The book has multiple points of view- first starting out at NASA, and then her in present time. 4/5 stars.

I consider this one of the greatest books I've read in my life! Taylor Jenkins Reid has done an outstanding job once again.

My full review will be available as we approach the pub date. For now, I just want to say how much I adore these characters and how amazed I am to be captivated by a story centered around a theme I rarely dive into.

Love, love, love! 5 STARS!