From the Bookshelf of Tyler Public Library…

[close] This book is a must read for science-fiction fans and fans of survival stories. Everything in this book is completely possible, maybe not now but sometime in the future at least. If you like the technical aspect of science-fiction then definitely pick this one up. There is so much science and math within this book. Normally that would throw me out of a book but Mark Watney makes it worth it. Mark is one of the most fascinating narrators I’ve ever read. He makes all the science and math interesting. Plus, the technical details add to the credibility of the novel. Mark’s desire to live really makes it worth it though. The themes of survival and basic human instincts is so important to this novel. It’s truly amazing. (AW)