The Martian is a gripping space novel for adults written by Andy Weir. It follows the story of Mark Watney, an astronaut who gets stranded alone on Mars after his crew mistakenly leaves him behind. With limited supplies and no way to communicate with Earth, Mark must use his ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive on the hostile planet. This thrilling tale of survival and resilience showcases the power of the human spirit and the lengths one can go to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.