TJR might be able to be classified as women’s fiction, a term that to some may feel derogatory, but I use it in the sense that it’s about strong women seeing strong women characters in their novels. Whether it’s Daisy or Evelyn, or even Emma from #OneTrueLoves which was my first book by @tj almost a decade ago.

Seeing how her writing has changed (much like some other favs like Hannah or Picoult), it’s been a journey to realize that the term ‘women’s lit’ feels like the definition is channeling into a better description. And with it, the FMC she creates with it.

This novel is about space.
It’s about family.
Expectations, community and science.
But within all of that is a love story and the FMC going through a transformation that sees her stronger with the ones who walk all over her and the gift of being “that person” for someone else: both little and adult.

The opening chapter had my heart thumping as we enter 1984 up in space where something has gone epically wrong for astronaut Vanessa. Back on the ground, her command leader speaker (not the right title but easier this way) Joan is trying to assess without emotion.. knowing darn well it will be impossible to separate the two.

As the book progresses, we flip back and forth in time to see how these women (and the group around them) find themselves as some of the first women astronauts. It’s part historical fiction (ugh is 1980 really HF now?) and part teaching a piece of history with emotions we may never feel.

I was fascinated to tip my toes into this NASA world. I could never do it, knowing that my own feet need to stay firmly on earth (I puke in helicopters ok?🤣), but also amazed at what humans have done to space exploration and the way in which women have broken into a male dominated part of Government.

There were pieces as I said earlier that went over my head but she writes in such a way that I can already see this up on 📺 or 🎥. It’s got that genre blending that works so well in that format.

For me, I was there for the ride. Happily on earth and with tears running down my face in the last 10 min. What is it with found family that just gets me so good 😭

BIG Taylor Jenkins Reid fan here! Was so excited to receive this ARC in exchange for a review. The character development was amazing and the plot addicting. At points I felt that TJR was trying a bit too hard to make things fit together but generally I was enraptured with the story and the strong women characters - something we need more of in our novels. This is not a literary feat but rather a very digestable and enjoyable read. The ending was gripping, extremely emotional and hopeful. I read the acknowledgments at the end and could totally imagine TJR telling this story to her daughter. It’s one we need to share with ALL our daughters. Reach for the stars! Thank you to Penguin Random House and Net Galley for the ARC - and of course to Taylor Jenkins Reid for the opportunity to read this well crafted love story. What’s next TJR??? Looking forward to it already.

Completely captivating and mesmerizing, ATMOSPHERE is an incredible character study against the backdrop of NASA's Space Shuttle program from the 1980s. Taylor Jenkins Reid is a master at research, delivering a story that is both compelling and historically accurate without being too bogged down by the science/facts. This novel also feature robust supporting cast that is well-developed.

ATMOSPHERE is absolutely out of this world!

Amazing!! I loved this book so much! But I would expect nothing less from a book written by Taylor Jenkins Reid. She can write a strong female character like nobody else. This book is filled with so much emotion, friendship, perseverance and love; and I couldn't put it down. I cried so many tears. Like a lot! It really shows the human ability to do so much more than we ever dreamed possible when we have no other choice but to do it. I also adored the strong focus on women's rights and equality. She really showed the pressure put on a woman to represent all women, while a man is just himself.

I would definitely recommend this book. It is so good!

I received a copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was very well written, and had some incredibly poignant quotes. I liked how the story was laid out, but for the first 20% I wasn't super invested. After that, I was, BUT overall, I just think something is missing from TJR's writing for me.

I apologize for the disorganized nature of this review. I'm finding it very hard to put how I feel about this book into words. Also, I'm not even sure anyone reads these reviews.

Anyway, to be completely honest, I have been disappointed by Taylor Jenkins Reid's other novels. I had even concluded that perhaps her writing just wasn't for me. I wasn't even expecting to get approved for this ARC, but I am forever grateful that I did, because if I hadn't, I probably would have never read this book. I don't want to picture a world where I never read this book.

Reid's Atmosphere completely blew me away. I had no idea what this book was about going into it. I didn't even read the synopsis. When I first started, I didn't know if I would like it because it was about astronauts and Space. Not topics I usually enjoy reading about it. But, within the first few pages I had a sneaking suspicion that this book was going to be a queer love story between two women. I, of course, had to keep on reading to see if I was right.

Thankfully, I was right. By the time I got to that point in the book, however, I was already hooked. I would have kept on reading even if Joan and Vanessa had never gotten together. But once they did, the book took on a whole new, deeper, more personal meaning for me. Needless to say, I sobbed so hard through the last 10% that I couldn't breath. My eyes were swollen shut. I had to find my partner and tell them through tears that I was happy we weren't lesbian astronauts in the 1980s. That we have so much more freedom to love each other now.

To me, Atmosphere is the epitome of a love story. Not just romantic love, but also familial and platonic love. While Joan and Vanessa's love story was incredibly moving and exciting, I was also moved by Joan and Frances's love story. The love story between Vanessa and Lydia, Joan and the rest of her team. The love story between Joan and Space.

I really could not put this book down. I think this is a book that will stick with me forever. I can't wait for this book to be released in June so I can buy a paper copy for myself. I will recommend this book to everyone I can.

Again, I apologize for the unprofessional nature of this review. In short, this novel was absolutely incredible and I think it will become an instant classic. Thank you.

TAYLOR. JENKINS. REID. She has done it again oh my GODDDDD.

This book was stunningly beautiful, heartbreakingly sad, and a true love story for the ages. She said she wanted a high stakes love story and she gave us that. This was devastating and heartwarming and so emotional I was hanging on every word.

This book showed you exactly what love is, in all its forms, in all its glory and pain, through trials and tribulations and joy and hurt. This book shows you what it means to fall in true love and what it means to fall in love with yourself in the process. To love yourself and lose yourself in love for someone else. Achingly beautiful in every way.

This book also explores the depths of familial love, platonic love, passion and lust and pain and it does it all so wonderfully. You can see the main characters and side characters grow and change in response to love and I thought that was beautiful.

I liked that love as a theme was kept up through the characters passion for space - you can FEEL how much they love what they do and I really appreciated that.

This was a 100/10 read for me, falling 3rd in my overall tjr ranking, only behind Daisy jones and malibu rising, and tied with Carrie Soto!

Thank you taylor jenkins reid for another masterpiece, and thank you to penguin and netgalley for gifting me the chance to read this early and fall in love with it🤍🪐🔭

This was fantastic up until 51%.

I absolutely loved the focus on female astronauts and their journey to overcome the odds. The ‘event’ was pulse-pounding and adrenaline-fuelled. I was completely absorbed in the story.

However, the last half of the book took an unexpected turn, causing me to double-check the synopsis; there was no warning that this was a sapphic novel.

Consider me extremely disappointed.

So, so, so good!! I wasn't immediately drawn in by the premise of astronauts, but Taylor Jenkins Reid does as she does and wrote an insanely compelling, engrossing story with so much heart. I flew through this and I'm still thinking about the characters and wish I could continue to follow their journey.

Another vivid read by TJR. Loved the reflections on life while considering one’s place in the universe. And a unique love story

Another wonderful title by Taylor Jenkins Reid!! Atmosphere felt like a stunning blend of historical insight, heartfelt romance, and unforgettable characters. I loved reading about the fictional journey of the first American women in space. The rich detail about their training and the challenges they faced makes the book as educational as it is emotional. The romance, while sweet and occasionally frustrating, feels authentic to the time period, adding layers of complexity to the characters’ relationships. I was rooting for Joan and Vanessa, to make it to space (and back!!) and for their romance.

This book had me hooked from start to finish, keeping me up late into the night and leaving me in tears as I read the final words. Atmosphere is moving, inspiring, and unforgettable. I loved it!! Thanks so much!

In-sa-ne-ly good book. I read all the author's work (and loved every book !) and I truly think this is her best one yet.
Joan is an incredible main character, and her relationship with Frances is so touching and pure. The building up of the love story between Joan and Vanessa was SO well done, the oh-so-right amount of slow burn, and then just perfection until the very end.

I finished reading it a few days ago and I'm still thinking about it.

Will absolutely recommend this book to everyone, and I can't wait for June for everyone to fall in love with it.

This book made me want to fist pump the air through my tears. I appreciate how Taylor Jenkins Reid tells a story of astronauts in the eighties with a rich balance of technical details and rich characters that you cheer for. A love story between two women in a field that opposed their relationship meant one more thing they had to rise up against, and it was told in a way that pulled me in and refused to let go. What a fabulous book.

I absolutely loved Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid! This truly is a love story and it made me cry! Joan’s romance is so heartfelt and her journey to becoming an astronaut in the 1980s is such an interesting backdrop. Her relationship with her sister and niece were so compelling as well. Joan was such a fascinating character and her love story was so emotional. I loved the drama and all my tears at the end!!