Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club: Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfar

Jakub embarks on a dangerous solo mission to Venus in order to become his country’s first astronaut, but in doing so he leaves behind his wife, Lenka. Alone in deep space Jakub discovers a possibly imaginary alien spider with whom he develops a meaningful friendship, but will that friendship be enough to avoid a clash with his rivals and return him to his wife? Please note, after 5 minutes of the event starting, anyone not checked in will forfeit their spot to whoever may be waiting for an opening.