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Moss'd in Space
USA Today Bestselling author Rebecca Thorne delights in a brand new cozy science-fiction series...for fans of Martha Wells and Olivia Waite! Features original inside art!
Torian Razner finally bought a starship, and contrary to Amelia’s assessment, it was not “a meteoric sign of stupidity.” Sure, the alien starship may have been abandoned for a century, and it may be covered in moss now… but it’s Torian’s ticket to freedom, regardless of what her ex… ah, captain… said.
Except Torian’s first flight reveals a surprise passenger: the moss is actually an organic computer with a snarky attitude and serious abandonment issues. The target of its loathing? The immortal alien who built it (and then parked the starship, with Moss inside, and forgot about it). The same alien who just found Torian and accused her of “stealing” the ship.
It’s entirely possible that Amelia was right about this meteoric stupidity.
Torian Razner finally bought a starship, and contrary to Amelia’s assessment, it was not “a meteoric sign of stupidity.” Sure, the alien starship may have been abandoned for a century, and it may be covered in moss now… but it’s Torian’s ticket to freedom, regardless of what her ex… ah, captain… said.
Except Torian’s first flight reveals a surprise passenger: the moss is actually an organic computer with a snarky attitude and serious abandonment issues. The target of its loathing? The immortal alien who built it (and then parked the starship, with Moss inside, and forgot about it). The same alien who just found Torian and accused her of “stealing” the ship.
It’s entirely possible that Amelia was right about this meteoric stupidity.
368 pages, Paperback
First published July 7, 2026
About the author
Rebecca Thorne
14 books2,349 followersRebecca Thorne is a USA Today, Indie, and Sunday Times Bestselling author, specializing in fantasy and sci-fi with romantic subplots.
She is a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, lives near Denver, Colorado, and uses her ADHD as a superpower to write multiple books a year. When she’s not writing (or avoiding writing), Rebecca can be found traveling the country as a flight attendant, hiking with her dogs and lovely wife, or basking in the sun like a lizard.
She is a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, lives near Denver, Colorado, and uses her ADHD as a superpower to write multiple books a year. When she’s not writing (or avoiding writing), Rebecca can be found traveling the country as a flight attendant, hiking with her dogs and lovely wife, or basking in the sun like a lizard.
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July 6, 2026
3.5 stars
In my opinion, everything fell way too convenient into place.
In my opinion, everything fell way too convenient into place.
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October 28, 2025murderbot and becky chambers vibes?? from one of my autobuy authors?? say less 💳💳💳
May 8, 2026
I’m a sucker for talking, sentient plants. Probably because I know that the only way a plant will ever stay alive in my house is if it can keep itself alive. Moss is more than capable of keeping himself alive, which is a good thing since his previous owner ABANDONED him.
Luckily, Torian comes along and is more than willing to be his new best friend.
I love Rebecca Thorne’s work so much. She writes such amazing, heartfelt characters that are so realistic in their feelings and attitudes. I am always here for a snappy comeback whether it’s from an orc, a human, or a plant. And I’ll be here impatiently waiting for the next book in the series.
Thank you to the author for the ARC!! It was absolute delight to read!
Luckily, Torian comes along and is more than willing to be his new best friend.
I love Rebecca Thorne’s work so much. She writes such amazing, heartfelt characters that are so realistic in their feelings and attitudes. I am always here for a snappy comeback whether it’s from an orc, a human, or a plant. And I’ll be here impatiently waiting for the next book in the series.
Thank you to the author for the ARC!! It was absolute delight to read!
June 30, 2026
Moss’d in Space by Rebecca Thorne
Moss’d in Space series #1. Cozy Science fiction adventure. LGBTQ+, slow-burn romance. Cliffhanger aka great hook at the very end.
Torian Razner will do anything to get her sister to a planet where she can breathe. She’s dying from the artificial recycled air. Finally, after 20 years of saving, she has enough to buy a ship. For that price, there isn’t a choice. The one and only ship available is an alien ship that was abandoned a hundred years ago and it’s covered in moss. It’s only as she’s aboard that she finds out that Moss is sentient and has abandonment issues. It doesn’t matter. She sets off to find a place her sister can live. A wormhole, an engine failure, a reroute and a ship graveyard are just the start of finding their new home.
🎧 I listened to an audiobook version narrated by Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick and Natalie Naudus, the latter having over 400 audiobooks and both having done sci-fi and Romantasy books. The story is told in alternating POV chapters and each creates the two main voices in distinct voices or accents for the other. The voices are male and female so switches are easy to hear. More, Dylan is more computer and artificial mechanical voice though Moss is sentient. Natalie’s voice variances in conversations are amazing and I had to listen closely to determine if it was just person or more. Very impressive.
I will definitely watch for the next story. Especially if these two narrators are again onboard.
Loved Moss, and the banter. Plus Auto Nav!
Amusing, captivating and a great adventure.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley and Macmillan Audio
Moss’d in Space series #1. Cozy Science fiction adventure. LGBTQ+, slow-burn romance. Cliffhanger aka great hook at the very end.
Torian Razner will do anything to get her sister to a planet where she can breathe. She’s dying from the artificial recycled air. Finally, after 20 years of saving, she has enough to buy a ship. For that price, there isn’t a choice. The one and only ship available is an alien ship that was abandoned a hundred years ago and it’s covered in moss. It’s only as she’s aboard that she finds out that Moss is sentient and has abandonment issues. It doesn’t matter. She sets off to find a place her sister can live. A wormhole, an engine failure, a reroute and a ship graveyard are just the start of finding their new home.
🎧 I listened to an audiobook version narrated by Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick and Natalie Naudus, the latter having over 400 audiobooks and both having done sci-fi and Romantasy books. The story is told in alternating POV chapters and each creates the two main voices in distinct voices or accents for the other. The voices are male and female so switches are easy to hear. More, Dylan is more computer and artificial mechanical voice though Moss is sentient. Natalie’s voice variances in conversations are amazing and I had to listen closely to determine if it was just person or more. Very impressive.
I will definitely watch for the next story. Especially if these two narrators are again onboard.
Loved Moss, and the banter. Plus Auto Nav!
Amusing, captivating and a great adventure.
I received a copy of this from NetGalley and Macmillan Audio
May 19, 2026
This was delightful but also a lot more emotional than I had expected. The characters were great and their dynamics were incredible. It was a lot of fun to accompany Torian and Moss on their travels but also I bawled my eyes out at one point. Also love me some disaster lesbians in space. The narration is also fantastic and both narrators do an amazing job of bringing the characters to life. Definitely my favourite Rebecca Thorne book so far!
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Many thanks to Macmillan Audio for the ALC!
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Many thanks to Macmillan Audio for the ALC!
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July 15, 2026
A cozy sci-fi featuring sentient moss and lesbians.
It was cute, I had lots of fun, but I kept trying to figure out where the tension was? There WAS tension, there was a plot, but I kept expecting like, a big climax or drama or overarching stuff and it wasn't really there. Lots of little events happening, but all resolved fairly quickly or kinda glossed over.
Anywho, I really enjoyed it, even if it fell into the "wow MC, you're so special without exhibiting any actual special qualities" trope that I don't particularly like. It seems like I didn't like it, but I promise, I did!
Four stars, solely for Moss.
It was cute, I had lots of fun, but I kept trying to figure out where the tension was? There WAS tension, there was a plot, but I kept expecting like, a big climax or drama or overarching stuff and it wasn't really there. Lots of little events happening, but all resolved fairly quickly or kinda glossed over.
Anywho, I really enjoyed it, even if it fell into the "wow MC, you're so special without exhibiting any actual special qualities" trope that I don't particularly like. It seems like I didn't like it, but I promise, I did!
Four stars, solely for Moss.
Did Not Finish
June 25, 2026DNF @ 53%.
I really liked the beginning of this and I really enjoyed the writing. I would say the coziness of the first half of this book is similar to Becky Chambers' Wayfarer series, where the atmosphere is cozy but there are stakes and the characters find themselves in actual danger. Normally, that's the kind of cozy I prefer (I know there are some cozy fantasy enjoyers that would rather read something with no stakes at all), because otherwise I would be really bored. In this case, stuff was happening but I was still pretty bored and the plot just wasn't gripping me at all. I do really like the sentient moss character (called Moss!), who reminded me a lot of ART from the Murderbot Diaries albeit slightly snarkier. It was the best part of this book for me, but unfortunately I wasn't really interested in much else.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bramble for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I really liked the beginning of this and I really enjoyed the writing. I would say the coziness of the first half of this book is similar to Becky Chambers' Wayfarer series, where the atmosphere is cozy but there are stakes and the characters find themselves in actual danger. Normally, that's the kind of cozy I prefer (I know there are some cozy fantasy enjoyers that would rather read something with no stakes at all), because otherwise I would be really bored. In this case, stuff was happening but I was still pretty bored and the plot just wasn't gripping me at all. I do really like the sentient moss character (called Moss!), who reminded me a lot of ART from the Murderbot Diaries albeit slightly snarkier. It was the best part of this book for me, but unfortunately I wasn't really interested in much else.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bramble for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
June 24, 2026
Moss’d in Space 🚀
By Rebecca Thorne
This was my first book by Rebecca Thorne, and now I need to read the rest of her work!
This fun cozy scifi about an abandoned moss covered ship was a fun read! Rebecca Thorne’s writing was perfect at capturing a light hearted atmosphere while still making you feel some tension from what our character is going through. The witty little banter between our two main characters was an aspect I really enjoyed!
The audiobook is so perfectly done, the dual narrators and their ability to give characters their own unique voices really brought this story to life! I will be seeking out more of their work for sure!
If you like cozy then this is a must for you!
What would you ask a plant if you could communicate with it? 🤔
Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC! 🙏🏼
By Rebecca Thorne
This was my first book by Rebecca Thorne, and now I need to read the rest of her work!
This fun cozy scifi about an abandoned moss covered ship was a fun read! Rebecca Thorne’s writing was perfect at capturing a light hearted atmosphere while still making you feel some tension from what our character is going through. The witty little banter between our two main characters was an aspect I really enjoyed!
The audiobook is so perfectly done, the dual narrators and their ability to give characters their own unique voices really brought this story to life! I will be seeking out more of their work for sure!
If you like cozy then this is a must for you!
What would you ask a plant if you could communicate with it? 🤔
Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the ALC! 🙏🏼
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July 8, 2026
Book Riot’s Best Books of 2026 (So Far)
Cozy sci-fi + spaceship adventures + a sentient moss life support system with serious abandonment issues? Yes please! That would already be more than enough to win me over; but add in an overly optimistic heroine determined to save her sister's life, compelling sci-fi worldbuilding, and interesting alien species, plus a not-quite-unrequited romance, and you can see why I absolutely devoured this book. I guarantee you will too.
- Rachel Brittain
Cozy sci-fi + spaceship adventures + a sentient moss life support system with serious abandonment issues? Yes please! That would already be more than enough to win me over; but add in an overly optimistic heroine determined to save her sister's life, compelling sci-fi worldbuilding, and interesting alien species, plus a not-quite-unrequited romance, and you can see why I absolutely devoured this book. I guarantee you will too.
- Rachel Brittain
July 10, 2026
it was fun and ok, but definitely it didn't do well being compared to murderbot. i would probably read the next book in the series if there is a next book and yet if there is not, i wouldn't miss it.
July 10, 2026
This tickled the same serotonin spot in my brain that Monsters and Mainframes by Barbara Truelove did
100000/10 cozy queernormative space adventure with sentient moss 🥹
100000/10 cozy queernormative space adventure with sentient moss 🥹
July 16, 2026
There is a lovely confidence to Moss'd in Space. It's not trying to be the biggest book in the room, but it knows exactly what it wants to be and never feels the need to apologize for it. I found myself settling into this universe surprisingly quickly. The world feels lived in rather than assembled, and Rebecca Thorne has a knack for making even small details feel as though they belong to a much larger whole.
By the time I was properly immersed in it, I realized I wasn't reading to find out who was going to save the galaxy or prevent the collapse of civilization. I was reading because I simply enjoyed being there. Science fiction sometimes seems afraid of quiet moments, as though every chapter needs to escalate the stakes in order to justify its existence. Moss'd in Space never falls into that trap. It understands that wonder doesn't always arrive with explosions attached to it. Sometimes wonder is a place. Sometimes it's a conversation.
What surprised me most was how little I missed the spectacle I had unconsciously expected going in. The book has imagination, charm and personality in abundance, but it wears them lightly. Nothing feels forced. Nothing feels as though it's straining to impress the reader.
The result is something that felt oddly rare: a science fiction novel that left me smiling more than breathless. And somehow that made the experience feel all the more memorable. There are books that leave you thinking about their twists, and books that leave you thinking about their ideas. This one wasn't quiet either of those. It could have chased spectacle. It didn't need to. And somehow that made it all the more wonderful because of it.
By the time I was properly immersed in it, I realized I wasn't reading to find out who was going to save the galaxy or prevent the collapse of civilization. I was reading because I simply enjoyed being there. Science fiction sometimes seems afraid of quiet moments, as though every chapter needs to escalate the stakes in order to justify its existence. Moss'd in Space never falls into that trap. It understands that wonder doesn't always arrive with explosions attached to it. Sometimes wonder is a place. Sometimes it's a conversation.
What surprised me most was how little I missed the spectacle I had unconsciously expected going in. The book has imagination, charm and personality in abundance, but it wears them lightly. Nothing feels forced. Nothing feels as though it's straining to impress the reader.
The result is something that felt oddly rare: a science fiction novel that left me smiling more than breathless. And somehow that made the experience feel all the more memorable. There are books that leave you thinking about their twists, and books that leave you thinking about their ideas. This one wasn't quiet either of those. It could have chased spectacle. It didn't need to. And somehow that made it all the more wonderful because of it.
Want to Read
July 9, 2026Thank you to Bramble & Macmillan Audio for ARC copies. I love the title of this and the story sounds so fun.
I can't wait to check it out!
I can't wait to check it out!
April 6, 2026
*3.75*
I just wanted to say a quick thank you to the publisher for sending me an early copy of this book to review- all thoughts are honest and my own.
this book is what I would call the definition of cosy fantasy/sci-fi. we have diverse characters who would do anything for those they care about, travelling through rich space worlds and planets, exploring new and undiscovered elements of science and also stumbling upon to old items once forgotten. a range of personalities that shouldn’t work together but do, because they all in their own weird way gel together like they were always destined to be with one another.
I really enjoyed the found family elements of this. I enjoyed seeing a mix of species / elements grow and evolve to becoming the best versions of themself through friendships and care. I think having moss as a main character was a really fun and quirky way to help the story develop and it was an interesting choice to have the focal point of the story hinge from literally moss?? I think it was cringey and camp but in such a cute and fun way
I think my reason for this not getting four stars is I do think that the plot suffered in order for the characters to develop and grow close, which is fine because its a cosy sci-fi but it did leave me wanting more. I wanted to know more about the world, its history, the missing species and where they went, how humans ended up on these stations with different creatures and species. the world at times felt more like a back drop than an actual flushed outer world- it didnt ruin the story for me because like I said I love the characters, but it did leave me wanting more.
I just wanted to say a quick thank you to the publisher for sending me an early copy of this book to review- all thoughts are honest and my own.
this book is what I would call the definition of cosy fantasy/sci-fi. we have diverse characters who would do anything for those they care about, travelling through rich space worlds and planets, exploring new and undiscovered elements of science and also stumbling upon to old items once forgotten. a range of personalities that shouldn’t work together but do, because they all in their own weird way gel together like they were always destined to be with one another.
I really enjoyed the found family elements of this. I enjoyed seeing a mix of species / elements grow and evolve to becoming the best versions of themself through friendships and care. I think having moss as a main character was a really fun and quirky way to help the story develop and it was an interesting choice to have the focal point of the story hinge from literally moss?? I think it was cringey and camp but in such a cute and fun way
I think my reason for this not getting four stars is I do think that the plot suffered in order for the characters to develop and grow close, which is fine because its a cosy sci-fi but it did leave me wanting more. I wanted to know more about the world, its history, the missing species and where they went, how humans ended up on these stations with different creatures and species. the world at times felt more like a back drop than an actual flushed outer world- it didnt ruin the story for me because like I said I love the characters, but it did leave me wanting more.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Thank you Macmillan Audio for the gifted audiobook and Tor for the gifted ebook!
✦ 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 ✦
Moss’d in Space was a cozy, charming adventure with an original premise, but the execution left me with mixed feelings.
The sentient, snarky moss computer was a huge highlight for me and the banter between protagonist Torian and MOSS provided ongoing, excellent comic relief. Their dialogue kept me coming back to this book, and the found-family dynamic among the misfit crew was genuinely heartwarming.
However, the story frequently stalled. The pacing was incredibly slow, focusing heavily on slice-of-life spaceship maintenance rather than driving a cohesive story forward. Additionally, the highly anticipated sapphic romance was such a distant slow-burn that it felt like an afterthought.
I think in spite of these issues I personally had with the book, the writing was strong, and this may work for readers who enjoy very slow paced, cozy reads.
✦ 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 ✦
Natalie Naudus is one of my favorite narrators, and she once again brought her award winning talent to her performance of Torian’s perspective. I loved how she was able to capture Torian’s determination and grit through her tone. Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick really leaned into the dramatics for MOSS’s lines and I loved how much sarcasm and snark he added to the character. Excellent comedic timing for both of these artists, and I highly recommend the audio if you’re interested in checking out this story!
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚:
Found Family
Sentient Spaceship
Grumpy x Sunshine
Slow Burn
Overcoming Trauma and Abandonment
Redemption and Starting Fresh
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Genre: Sci-Fi, Romance
3.5 Stars rounded up
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✦ 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 ✦
Moss’d in Space was a cozy, charming adventure with an original premise, but the execution left me with mixed feelings.
The sentient, snarky moss computer was a huge highlight for me and the banter between protagonist Torian and MOSS provided ongoing, excellent comic relief. Their dialogue kept me coming back to this book, and the found-family dynamic among the misfit crew was genuinely heartwarming.
However, the story frequently stalled. The pacing was incredibly slow, focusing heavily on slice-of-life spaceship maintenance rather than driving a cohesive story forward. Additionally, the highly anticipated sapphic romance was such a distant slow-burn that it felt like an afterthought.
I think in spite of these issues I personally had with the book, the writing was strong, and this may work for readers who enjoy very slow paced, cozy reads.
✦ 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 ✦
Natalie Naudus is one of my favorite narrators, and she once again brought her award winning talent to her performance of Torian’s perspective. I loved how she was able to capture Torian’s determination and grit through her tone. Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick really leaned into the dramatics for MOSS’s lines and I loved how much sarcasm and snark he added to the character. Excellent comedic timing for both of these artists, and I highly recommend the audio if you’re interested in checking out this story!
𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚:
Found Family
Sentient Spaceship
Grumpy x Sunshine
Slow Burn
Overcoming Trauma and Abandonment
Redemption and Starting Fresh
✄----------
Genre: Sci-Fi, Romance
3.5 Stars rounded up
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June 25, 2026
Moss’d in Space is a sweet, cozy Sci-Fi story with several aspects I adored:
❤️ Sentient talking plant
❤️ Found Family
❤️ Cozy vibes
❤️ Funny banter
❤️ Zany side characters
Unfortunately, the story felt surface level. Most side characters were not fully present until at least the 60% mark in the story. Many obvious questions were not asked during the story. For example, why couldn’t Moss help fix one of the many existing human space station air systems? The situations lacked depth and complexity. Several injustices and issues were mentioned, but none were helped or solved, just stated and moved on from.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio for the gifted ALC of this book to read and review.
Torian, the FMC, is accepting, kind, understanding, and selfless. In my opinion, she is overshadowed by the true MC of the book: Moss! Moss is the sentient life support system on Torian’s new ship. They have abandonment issues and immediately identify Torian as its best friend. Moss is funny, snarky, nosy, and often struggles with forgiveness. I wanted more of the side characters in the story. I loved Dutch, Amelia, and Celise. Also, little Peet and Auto Nav!!!
The plot pacing was slow, with some plot points being a bit redundant and predictable. The author’s writing was smooth and entertaining. This is my first book by Rebecca Thorne.
This book lightly touches on weighty topics such as surveillance by computers, fully computer-controlled vehicles (in this case a spaceship), and the value of AI vs a book.
The world building is detailed in some parts yet basic in others. There is very little information on the smuggling companies or any political entities (human or otherwise). We learn very little about Dutch and his people and history. I am hoping more will be revealed in the next book, since this book ended in a cliffhanger.
The book narration was well done. Both narrators brought the story to life with their great character voices. I highly recommend the audio!!
This book does not contain spice or steam.
Overall, this was a sweet story with a hopeful message but lacked depth.
❤️ Sentient talking plant
❤️ Found Family
❤️ Cozy vibes
❤️ Funny banter
❤️ Zany side characters
Unfortunately, the story felt surface level. Most side characters were not fully present until at least the 60% mark in the story. Many obvious questions were not asked during the story. For example, why couldn’t Moss help fix one of the many existing human space station air systems? The situations lacked depth and complexity. Several injustices and issues were mentioned, but none were helped or solved, just stated and moved on from.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio for the gifted ALC of this book to read and review.
Torian, the FMC, is accepting, kind, understanding, and selfless. In my opinion, she is overshadowed by the true MC of the book: Moss! Moss is the sentient life support system on Torian’s new ship. They have abandonment issues and immediately identify Torian as its best friend. Moss is funny, snarky, nosy, and often struggles with forgiveness. I wanted more of the side characters in the story. I loved Dutch, Amelia, and Celise. Also, little Peet and Auto Nav!!!
The plot pacing was slow, with some plot points being a bit redundant and predictable. The author’s writing was smooth and entertaining. This is my first book by Rebecca Thorne.
This book lightly touches on weighty topics such as surveillance by computers, fully computer-controlled vehicles (in this case a spaceship), and the value of AI vs a book.
The world building is detailed in some parts yet basic in others. There is very little information on the smuggling companies or any political entities (human or otherwise). We learn very little about Dutch and his people and history. I am hoping more will be revealed in the next book, since this book ended in a cliffhanger.
The book narration was well done. Both narrators brought the story to life with their great character voices. I highly recommend the audio!!
This book does not contain spice or steam.
Overall, this was a sweet story with a hopeful message but lacked depth.
July 6, 2026
I am fairly certain that the bookseller of the local independent bookstore thinks I am insane. Why, you may ask? Well when she attempted to talk to me about the plot of Moss'd in space, I had to admit I didnt actually know anything about it, I just trusted the author would write something i liked so I preordered it.
But to my credit - I was completly right. I very much enjoyed Moss'd in space. This is a cozy style scifi novel about a woman's dedication for her sister and a sentient moss's desire for companionship. It's a story of a found family, who are also starting to learn that perhaps the world isn't as fair as it should be.
I love found family. It is one of my favorite tropes. I like the way that connections are built and relationships are developed. Thia story has very natural growth between the characters, and I really enjoyed seeing it.
I liked that there is romance in this book, but it is very slow burn. It is just kind of a background thread of this story, and there is going to be a lot of time to explore it in further books!
I highly recommend!
But to my credit - I was completly right. I very much enjoyed Moss'd in space. This is a cozy style scifi novel about a woman's dedication for her sister and a sentient moss's desire for companionship. It's a story of a found family, who are also starting to learn that perhaps the world isn't as fair as it should be.
I love found family. It is one of my favorite tropes. I like the way that connections are built and relationships are developed. Thia story has very natural growth between the characters, and I really enjoyed seeing it.
I liked that there is romance in this book, but it is very slow burn. It is just kind of a background thread of this story, and there is going to be a lot of time to explore it in further books!
I highly recommend!
July 2, 2026
This was such a fun adventure!!
If you enjoyed the relationship between Grace and Rocky in Project Hail Mary, I’m sure you’ll find the bond between a sentient moss computer system and its pilot best friend equally compelling!
I really enjoyed this read! Thorne has a talent for crafting heartfelt characters, and her writing style is engaging. I appreciated Moss's character development throughout the story, and I found Torian's relationship with her sister to be compelling, even in its complexities. I personally loved the asthma representation with her sister as someone who is currently battling the asthma attacks that comes with spring/summer pollen.
This was an enjoyable and lighthearted (yet still emotional) book that kept me engaged.
Thank you Pan Macmillan | Tor for the digital arc.
If you enjoyed the relationship between Grace and Rocky in Project Hail Mary, I’m sure you’ll find the bond between a sentient moss computer system and its pilot best friend equally compelling!
I really enjoyed this read! Thorne has a talent for crafting heartfelt characters, and her writing style is engaging. I appreciated Moss's character development throughout the story, and I found Torian's relationship with her sister to be compelling, even in its complexities. I personally loved the asthma representation with her sister as someone who is currently battling the asthma attacks that comes with spring/summer pollen.
This was an enjoyable and lighthearted (yet still emotional) book that kept me engaged.
Thank you Pan Macmillan | Tor for the digital arc.
July 15, 2026
I had a really great time with this one! I'm excited to see where the rest of this series goes!
March 16, 2026
Cozy sci-fi with heart and a grumpy twist. Torian Razner finally buys a long-abandoned alien starship to escape her dying colony, only to discover the moss coating the ship is actually Moss, a snarky, lonely organic computer with serious abandonment issues. What follows is a warm, funny adventure about unlikely partnership, healing old wounds, and building found family in deep space. Light on dense science but rich in charm, the story is perfect for readers who like character-driven sci-fi with humor, heart, and a cranky plant.
June 30, 2026
Thank you Macmillan Audio for the gifted copy.
This was such a cute, low-stakes romp through space with sentient moss, and honestly, that's enough to catch my attention. The pacing was a little slow at times, but overall I still found it to be a really enjoyable story.
The found family vibes were definitely the highlight for me, especially with the excellent sisterly relationship woven throughout the story. While it didn't quite give me the cozy feeling I was expecting, it also wasn't a high-octane sci-fi adventure. Instead, it felt like the kind of book that encourages you to slow down, enjoy the journey, and spend time with the characters.
🎧 Natalie Naudus and Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick both did a wonderful job with the narration. They really brought the story to life, and they're both narrators I always enjoy listening to.
This was such a cute, low-stakes romp through space with sentient moss, and honestly, that's enough to catch my attention. The pacing was a little slow at times, but overall I still found it to be a really enjoyable story.
The found family vibes were definitely the highlight for me, especially with the excellent sisterly relationship woven throughout the story. While it didn't quite give me the cozy feeling I was expecting, it also wasn't a high-octane sci-fi adventure. Instead, it felt like the kind of book that encourages you to slow down, enjoy the journey, and spend time with the characters.
🎧 Natalie Naudus and Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick both did a wonderful job with the narration. They really brought the story to life, and they're both narrators I always enjoy listening to.
June 15, 2026
3.5 ⭐️
Thank you so much to the Macmillan Early Listeners Program for this ALC!
Moss’d in Space is a story that is a little bit outside of my personal comfort zone when it comes to stories. Torian is looking for a space ship, there are like space gangs, there’s talking moss, lots of stuff is going on. Overall, it all comes together for a very cozy sci-fi that worked well for someone just dipping their toes into this genre.
I love moss (as a plant). I’m also a huge fan of Moss, the character. Moss gives a similar vibe to Rocky in Project Hail Mary, which is delightful. Moss is sarcastic and funny, while also feeling and sharing deep emotions. I really appreciated it as a character and it was fun to get to see the world from its perspective.
Torian is a very dedicated and loyal character. Her entire purpose is to save those around her. Whether that be her sister or her “not romantic partner,” Torian will do what’s best for them. In a broader sense, she is also very self-sacrificing for the good of all humanity (and all alien life forms). She is such a selfless character to read and she is someone that wants to do good. It is easy to root for her.
There were parts of this book that took twists and turns that I was not anticipating. As someone new to sci-fi, it was at times hard to follow these parts, especially in an audio format. Despite some of my initial confusion, these twists kept me engaged to see how the story would turn out.
The multiple narrators for this book did a really great job. The different voices for different characters helped me to determine what was going on and it felt like listening to a movie at times. Highly recommend the audio, especially because I don’t think I would’ve had the correct pronunciations for most places.
Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone wanting a cozy, sci-fi story.
Thank you so much to the Macmillan Early Listeners Program for this ALC!
Moss’d in Space is a story that is a little bit outside of my personal comfort zone when it comes to stories. Torian is looking for a space ship, there are like space gangs, there’s talking moss, lots of stuff is going on. Overall, it all comes together for a very cozy sci-fi that worked well for someone just dipping their toes into this genre.
I love moss (as a plant). I’m also a huge fan of Moss, the character. Moss gives a similar vibe to Rocky in Project Hail Mary, which is delightful. Moss is sarcastic and funny, while also feeling and sharing deep emotions. I really appreciated it as a character and it was fun to get to see the world from its perspective.
Torian is a very dedicated and loyal character. Her entire purpose is to save those around her. Whether that be her sister or her “not romantic partner,” Torian will do what’s best for them. In a broader sense, she is also very self-sacrificing for the good of all humanity (and all alien life forms). She is such a selfless character to read and she is someone that wants to do good. It is easy to root for her.
There were parts of this book that took twists and turns that I was not anticipating. As someone new to sci-fi, it was at times hard to follow these parts, especially in an audio format. Despite some of my initial confusion, these twists kept me engaged to see how the story would turn out.
The multiple narrators for this book did a really great job. The different voices for different characters helped me to determine what was going on and it felt like listening to a movie at times. Highly recommend the audio, especially because I don’t think I would’ve had the correct pronunciations for most places.
Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone wanting a cozy, sci-fi story.
July 2, 2026
4.5 stars!! I really enjoyed this books!! I am loving the cozy books that are taking over and this one is no different.
Moss'd in Space is the first in a cozy sci fi duology about a girl who wants to save her sister who is dying on her home planet from breathing the recycled air. She buys a starship that happens to be "alien" covered in Moss that is actually a sentient super computer.
The two go on a journey to rhymarra, the only terraformed human planet in hopes they will be able to find refuge there for her sister!
I loved the plot. I thought it was unique and interesting with just enough tension to keep myself engaged through a cozy novel.
I absolutely LOVED Moss, the sentient moss super computer with abandonment issues. The character growth of Moss was so emotional and really well done.
The found family aspect of the book with all the side characters that they collected along the way was also amazing.
The only thing I didn't really love was the way Moss's chapters were broken down. I felt sometimes it pulled me out of the story and I wish they had just been placed in the story instead or something? For me it messed with the pacing at times. But I do understand that it was a choice and others will probably love it.
But overall I LOVED this book and can't wait for book two.
Moss'd in Space is the first in a cozy sci fi duology about a girl who wants to save her sister who is dying on her home planet from breathing the recycled air. She buys a starship that happens to be "alien" covered in Moss that is actually a sentient super computer.
The two go on a journey to rhymarra, the only terraformed human planet in hopes they will be able to find refuge there for her sister!
I loved the plot. I thought it was unique and interesting with just enough tension to keep myself engaged through a cozy novel.
I absolutely LOVED Moss, the sentient moss super computer with abandonment issues. The character growth of Moss was so emotional and really well done.
The found family aspect of the book with all the side characters that they collected along the way was also amazing.
The only thing I didn't really love was the way Moss's chapters were broken down. I felt sometimes it pulled me out of the story and I wish they had just been placed in the story instead or something? For me it messed with the pacing at times. But I do understand that it was a choice and others will probably love it.
But overall I LOVED this book and can't wait for book two.
July 8, 2026
Moss’d in Space gave me Murderbot Diaries vibe, but more cozy. A fun sci-fi adventure!
Torian has been working to buy her own starship with plans to find a solution to her sister’s failing lungs before it’s too late. Her sister can’t tolerate the suboptimal atmosphere in their home space station and time is running out for her. Unfortunately, the only starship she can afford is a small alien ship covered in moss. Little does she know that the “moss” life support system has a mind of its own.
This was fun and silly in parts, and I enjoyed the found family here. I was rooting for Torian to find a solution for her sister. It ended up opening a mountain of possibilities for Torian and her group.
The story ended on a sort of cliffhanger/to-be-continued situation, but I didn’t mind it. I’m looking forward to finding out what happens next!
I listened to the audio version with Natalie Naudus narrating Torian’s POV and Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick performing Moss’s. The dual narration was a treat and I felt the narrators embodied their character and supporting cast wonderfully!
I voluntarily listened to an audio copy courtesy of the publisher. These are my thoughts and opinions.
Torian has been working to buy her own starship with plans to find a solution to her sister’s failing lungs before it’s too late. Her sister can’t tolerate the suboptimal atmosphere in their home space station and time is running out for her. Unfortunately, the only starship she can afford is a small alien ship covered in moss. Little does she know that the “moss” life support system has a mind of its own.
This was fun and silly in parts, and I enjoyed the found family here. I was rooting for Torian to find a solution for her sister. It ended up opening a mountain of possibilities for Torian and her group.
The story ended on a sort of cliffhanger/to-be-continued situation, but I didn’t mind it. I’m looking forward to finding out what happens next!
I listened to the audio version with Natalie Naudus narrating Torian’s POV and Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick performing Moss’s. The dual narration was a treat and I felt the narrators embodied their character and supporting cast wonderfully!
I voluntarily listened to an audio copy courtesy of the publisher. These are my thoughts and opinions.
July 6, 2026
This was a highly anticipated release for me because I love Rebecca Thorne’s style, and it definitely lived up to the hype. Cozy sci-fi is a genre I for sure need more of, because cozy fantasy is so prevalent but this was exactly what I could’ve wanted. The characters were all fantastic, Moss especially and I totally get the Murderbot comparisons.
I also like how this set up so much for another entry while still feeling like the characters grew throughout the story. The universe Thorne created is so interesting and I’m glad we get to explore it more.
I also like how this set up so much for another entry while still feeling like the characters grew throughout the story. The universe Thorne created is so interesting and I’m glad we get to explore it more.
July 16, 2026
Excellent. This was so good and funny. I love Moss and I honestly cannot wait for the next one
July 6, 2026
wdym it ends like that!! will absolutely be continuing this series. i'm normally not a sci-fi girly, but i'm SO glad i picked this up. i would die for Moss.
i listened to the audiobook and the narrators did a great job- Natalie Naudus is one of my favorites, conversational and able to differentiate between characters- and i loved Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick as Moss!!
*i've seen a few reviews misgendering Dylan, I just want to point out they are nonbinary and their pronouns are they/them/theirs
Thanks to Macmillian Audio for this ALC!
i listened to the audiobook and the narrators did a great job- Natalie Naudus is one of my favorites, conversational and able to differentiate between characters- and i loved Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick as Moss!!
*i've seen a few reviews misgendering Dylan, I just want to point out they are nonbinary and their pronouns are they/them/theirs
Thanks to Macmillian Audio for this ALC!
July 10, 2026
Thank you Definitelybooks for the ARC. Full RTC
July 1, 2026
These types of books - cozy fantasy, like Legends & Lattes - just are *not* for me. I don't see the point of them. Yes there's danger, yes there's sometimes "violence" (guns that shoot jelly bullets) but it just feels so YA (or "New Adult," which to me just feels like YA ashamed to bear that label) for me to actually enjoy it. The writing is fine, it's just absolutely not what I enjoy.
July 7, 2026
I had no idea what I was getting into when I picked up this read. Sentient moss with abandonment issues? ARE YOU JOKING?? Moss just wanted a friend and someone to talk to? BRB I’m sobbing.
Moss’d in Space was hilariously punny and absolutely heartwarming. I loved how sassy Moss was and how it grew to befriend all the characters in unique ways. This little found family of lovable misfits was perfect for the story. I liked that it talked mad shit about the other plants and then began collecting friends intentionally and unintentionally. The little bits where Moss is trying to get to know people or learn new concepts was absolutely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed all of those micro moments that really brought the characters together. I’m kinda annoyed with the alien that created the Moss ship because what do you mean you just FORGOT where you left it for 100 years? I don’t blame Moss for holding a grudge because I’d feel abandoned too. Like you couldn’t have cared enough to take note? I’m not sure I personally ever forgave them but whatever!
While I know the point of the story was NOT about the romance, I’m a little disappointed that the MC’s romance didn’t play a bigger role. To me the romance kinda fell into a middle ground that I didn’t love: not a central part of the story yet not small enough to just be a detail about the characters past. It was a bit like being romantically edged the whole book.
I really enjoyed the cozy nature of the adventure that also had enough stakes to keep the plot moving forward at a decent pace. I definitely wish the stakes were a bit higher for my own personal taste, but i tend to feel that way about cozy stories in general. I am so curious to see what happens in future books in this universe (hello that ending can’t be it!)
I am an audiobook girlie through and through and I thought the Moss’d in Space audiobook was a lot of fun. The narrator’s voice for Moss especially was absolutely perfect and had me cackling multiple times. Truly the performance was truly top notch!
Moss’d in Space was hilariously punny and absolutely heartwarming. I loved how sassy Moss was and how it grew to befriend all the characters in unique ways. This little found family of lovable misfits was perfect for the story. I liked that it talked mad shit about the other plants and then began collecting friends intentionally and unintentionally. The little bits where Moss is trying to get to know people or learn new concepts was absolutely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed all of those micro moments that really brought the characters together. I’m kinda annoyed with the alien that created the Moss ship because what do you mean you just FORGOT where you left it for 100 years? I don’t blame Moss for holding a grudge because I’d feel abandoned too. Like you couldn’t have cared enough to take note? I’m not sure I personally ever forgave them but whatever!
While I know the point of the story was NOT about the romance, I’m a little disappointed that the MC’s romance didn’t play a bigger role. To me the romance kinda fell into a middle ground that I didn’t love: not a central part of the story yet not small enough to just be a detail about the characters past. It was a bit like being romantically edged the whole book.
I really enjoyed the cozy nature of the adventure that also had enough stakes to keep the plot moving forward at a decent pace. I definitely wish the stakes were a bit higher for my own personal taste, but i tend to feel that way about cozy stories in general. I am so curious to see what happens in future books in this universe (hello that ending can’t be it!)
I am an audiobook girlie through and through and I thought the Moss’d in Space audiobook was a lot of fun. The narrator’s voice for Moss especially was absolutely perfect and had me cackling multiple times. Truly the performance was truly top notch!
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