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When the Moon Hits Your Eye

By: John Scalzi
Narrated by: Wil Wheaton
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New York Times bestseller John Scalzi flies you to the moon with his most fantastic tale to date: When the Moon Hits Your Eye

The moon has turned into cheese.

Now humanity has to deal with it.

For some it’s an opportunity. For others it’s a moment to question their faith: In God, in science, in everything. Still others try to keep the world running in the face of absurdity and uncertainty. And then there are the billions looking to the sky and wondering how a thing that was always just there is now... something absolutely impossible.

Astronauts and billionaires, comedians and bank executives, professors and presidents, teenagers and terminal patients at the end of their lives -- over the length of an entire lunar cycle, each get their moment in the moonlight. To panic, to plan, to wonder and to pray, to laugh and to grieve. All in a kaleidoscopic novel that goes all the places you’d expect, and then to so many places you wouldn’t.

It’s a wild moonage daydream. Ride this rocket.

©2025 John Scalzi (P)2024 Audible, Inc. Adventure Editors Select Humorous Science Fiction
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Editorial Review

Listen to the moon and back
Between conference calls and car-pool pickups, my days are more chaotic than ever—and there is absolutely nothing that allows me to escape my daily life as entertainingly as a new John Scalzi audiobook. The thoughtful blend of humour and heart had me laughing out loud and smiling from ear to ear, from start to finish. The unique combination of Scalzi’s brilliant and witty storytelling and Wil Wheaton’s incredible narration is science fiction at its finest. Whether you’ve ever wondered how you’d react if the moon turned into cheese or not, this production will entertain, delight and inspire you. —Esther B., Audible Editor

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I admire an original idea, and a bit of satire. This has both in spades. I just struggled with it and nearly gave up twice. Made it to the end, meh! Probably should’ve given up the first time.

Original, though not for me.

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Performance was fantastic. The story dwindled off though. No real feelings of closure or fulfilling ending.

Great premise. Doesn’t really know what to do with it.

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This is a good book. It is in an anthology style that I don't mine and sometimes even like. My partner was less a fan of this style then I am. Overall the story is good and I like that you get a bit.more of a long-term view of how the events would have been precived.

I always like Scazi

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When the Moon Hits Your Eye was definitely a quirky, offbeat read, and to be fair, I picked it up knowing it was more of a novelty. The premise alone (yes, the moon literally turning into cheese) sets the tone for a light, absurd sci-fi experience. While it had its fun moments, I found the overall storytelling didn’t quite meet my expectations. With so many characters and side plots, it was hard to keep track of who was who, and the main narrative felt like it lacked a clear direction. That said, it’s a fun concept, just not as cohesive or impactful as I’d hoped. In comparison, The Measure by Nikki Erlick handled a similar narrative structure with more clarity and emotional depth. My rating: 3/5

A little cheesy

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This didn't feel like a novel. There were recurring characters and almost a plot, but nothing of consequence occurs in the window of time we are shown. Instead we see a number of vignettes, some of which i think might be best viewed as a short story.

Not a fan of the cheese story. Yoghurt was great. I hope that Mr Scalzi has a go at custard to break the tie.

A disconnected collection of short stories

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