Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

Britt's take

An adventurous, funny, and hopeful sci-fi read. Dr. Ryland Grace wakes up alone on a spaceship millions of miles from Earth, the sole survivor of a one-way mission to save humanity. Soon after, he makes first contact with an alien named Rocky—and their dynamic is everything. Accessible without being dumbed down, emotionally satisfying without being heavy. You won't see the twists and endings coming—enjoy the ride.