Discover books similar to "Xenogenesis" series

Octavia E. Butler

Kindred

A time-traveling novel that explores the painful legacy of slavery, as a modern black woman is involuntarily transported back in time to the antebellum South. A powerful examination of the intergenerational impact of racism and the trauma it inflicts, much like Xenogenesis' exploration of humanity's capacity for change and survival.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Left Hand of Darkness

A groundbreaking work of science fiction, this novel explores a world where inhabitants can choose and change their gender. The focus on themes of identity, humanity, and societal norms makes it a great fit for Xenogenesis readers who enjoyed the series' exploration of genetic engineering and its impact on society.

William Gibson

Neuromancer

The novel that defined the cyberpunk genre, Neuromancer follows a washed-up computer hacker hired by a mysterious employer to pull off the ultimate hack. Readers of Xenogenesis will appreciate the immersive world-building and exploration of the intersection between technology and humanity.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Dispossessed

A tale of two planets, one anarchist and one capitalist, and the physicist who travels between them. This novel delves into themes of politics, society, and identity, offering a thought-provoking and engaging narrative similar to Xenogenesis' exploration of genetic manipulation and its consequences.

Ann Leckie

Ancillary Justice

The first book in the Imperial Radch space opera trilogy, Ancillary Justice follows a starship's AI avatar seeking revenge for the destruction of her ship and crew. Fans of Xenogenesis will enjoy the exploration of artificial intelligence, identity, and the consequences of advanced technology.

Mary Doria Russell

The Sparrow

A thought-provoking novel about a Jesuit mission to another planet and the challenges they face. Readers of Xenogenesis will appreciate the exploration of first contact, cultural clashes, and the moral complexities of interstellar travel.

Mary Robinette Kowal

The Calculating Stars

An alternate history novel where a meteorite accelerates the space race, The Calculating Stars features a mathematician and pilot fighting for her place in the astronaut corps. Fans of Xenogenesis will enjoy the focus on character development, societal change, and the impact of technology on humanity.

Starhawk

The Fifth Sacred Thing

Set in a post-apocalyptic future, this novel explores a society built on cooperation, sustainable living, and spirituality. Xenogenesis readers will appreciate the focus on community, diversity, and the consequences of humanity's actions on the planet.

Margaret Atwood

The Handmaid's Tale

A dystopian novel about a totalitarian society that treats women as property, The Handmaid's Tale offers a chilling exploration of power, gender, and resistance. Readers of Xenogenesis will enjoy the thought-provoking themes and the exploration of societal norms.

Octavia E. Butler

Dawn

The first book in the Lilith's Brood series, Dawn follows Lilith Iyapo as she awakens aboard a spaceship after a nuclear war. User 1: As she learns about the alien race that saved humanity, she must confront her own identity and the future of her species. Fans of Xenogenesis will enjoy the continuation of Butler's exploration of genetic engineering, societal norms, and the consequences of advanced technology.

Octavia E. Butler

Parable of the Sower

In a near-future America devastated by climate change and economic collapse, a young woman with the ability to feel the pain of others creates a new religion to help her community survive. Xenogenesis readers will appreciate the immersive world-building, exploration of societal norms, and the resilience of the human spirit.