Discover books similar to "Revelation Space" series

James S. A. Corey

The Expanse series

If you enjoyed the space opera elements and political intrigue in Revelation Space, you'll love The Expanse series. This modern space opera series has a richly detailed universe, complex characters, and thrilling plotlines that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Iain M. Banks

The Culture series

Fans of Revelation Space will appreciate the post-scarcity society and advanced technology in The Culture series. These standalone novels and short story collections explore the moral and ethical implications of artificial intelligence and the consequences of intervention in less advanced civilizations.

Richard K. Morgan

Altered Carbon

If you enjoyed the dark, gritty tone and exploration of technology and consciousness in Revelation Space, you'll love Altered Carbon. This cyberpunk novel explores a future where consciousness can be transferred between bodies, leading to a world of intrigue, violence, and moral ambiguity.

Mary Doria Russell

The Sparrow

If you enjoyed the exploration of religion and morality in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the thoughtful and nuanced exploration of faith in The Sparrow. This novel follows a group of Jesuit priests who travel to another planet in search of extraterrestrial life, with tragic consequences.

Liu Cixin

The Three-Body Problem

If you enjoyed the exploration of science and technology in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the rigorous world-building and scientific detail in The Three-Body Problem. This novel explores the first contact between humans and an alien civilization, with far-reaching consequences for both species.

Douglas Adams

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

If you enjoyed the wit and humor in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the comedic genius of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. This science fiction series follows the misadventures of Arthur Dent, an ordinary man who finds himself at the center of an intergalactic conspiracy.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Left Hand of Darkness

If you enjoyed the exploration of gender and sexuality in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the groundbreaking exploration of gender in The Left Hand of Darkness. This novel follows a human envoy who travels to a planet where gender is fluid and sexuality is complex, leading to a profound exploration of identity and culture.

Alfred Bester

The Stars My Destination

If you enjoyed the exploration of technology and human potential in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the thrilling narrative and philosophical exploration of The Stars My Destination. This novel follows a man who gains the ability to teleport, leading to a dangerous journey of revenge and self-discovery.

Mary Robinette Kowal

The Calculating Stars

If you enjoyed the exploration of science and technology in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the historical accuracy and scientific detail in The Calculating Stars. This alternate history novel explores a world where a meteorite hits Earth in the 1950s, leading to a space race to save humanity.

Becky Chambers

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet

If you enjoyed the exploration of diversity and community in Revelation Space, you'll appreciate the warm and optimistic exploration of community in The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet. This space opera follows the crew of a spaceship as they travel to a distant planet, encountering a diverse range of cultures and species along the way.