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Mary Robinette Kowal

The Calculating Stars

If you enjoyed the blend of science, politics, and action in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, you'll love The Calculating Stars. This book, the first in the Lady Astronaut series, follows a mathematician and pilot as she fights for her place in the astronaut corps amidst the backdrop of an impending meteorite impact. Kowal's attention to detail in her portrayal of the early space program and her strong female protagonist make this a must-read for fans of Reynolds.

Ann Leckie

Ancillary Justice

For readers who enjoyed the complex world-building and AI-focused storylines in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, Ancillary Justice is a great choice. This novel, the first in the Imperial Radch space opera trilogy, follows the consciousness of a starship as it seeks revenge against those who destroyed it. Leckie's exploration of identity, consciousness, and power dynamics make this a standout in the genre.

Mary Doria Russell

The Sparrow

If you appreciated the sense of exploration and discovery in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Sparrow is a must-read. This novel tells the story of a group of Jesuit priests and scientists who travel to another planet in search of extraterrestrial life, with disastrous consequences. Russell's thoughtful exploration of faith, culture, and the human condition make this a powerful and moving read.

Becky Chambers

The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet

For readers who enjoyed the diverse cast of characters and sense of adventure in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet is a great choice. This novel follows the crew of a spaceship as they travel to a distant planet on a dangerous mission. Chambers' focus on character development and world-building make this a cozy and engaging read.

James S.A. Corey

The Expanse series

If you loved the political intrigue and action-packed space battles in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, you'll enjoy The Expanse series. This series, which has been adapted into a hit TV show, follows a diverse cast of characters as they navigate a future where humanity has colonized the solar system. Corey's attention to detail and fast-paced storytelling make this a thrilling read.

Liu Cixin

The Three-Body Problem

For readers who enjoyed the exploration of complex scientific concepts in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Three-Body Problem is a must-read. This novel, the first in the Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy, follows a physicist as she uncovers a mysterious alien civilization's plan to invade Earth. Liu's exploration of physics, philosophy, and the nature of humanity make this a thought-provoking read.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Left Hand of Darkness

If you appreciated the exploration of societal norms and cultural differences in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Left Hand of Darkness is a classic sci-fi novel that you'll love. This novel follows a human envoy as he attempts to establish diplomatic relations with an alien planet where gender is fluid. Le Guin's exploration of gender, sexuality, and culture make this a groundbreaking and influential read.

Alfred Bester

The Stars My Destination

For readers who enjoyed the fast-paced action and gritty characters in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Stars My Destination is a classic sci-fi novel that you'll love. This novel follows a man who gains the ability to teleport himself as he seeks revenge against those who wronged him. Bester's exploration of technology, revenge, and the human condition make this a thrilling and thought-provoking read.

Iain M. Banks

The Culture series

If you loved the exploration of AI and the impact of technology on society in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Culture series is a must-read. This series follows a post-scarcity society where AI and humans coexist in a utopian society. Banks' exploration of technology, politics, and the nature of consciousness make this a fascinating and engaging read.

Douglas Adams

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

For readers who enjoyed the humor and wit in the Prefect Dreyfus Emergency series, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a classic sci-fi novel that you'll love. This novel follows a man who is thrust into an intergalactic adventure after Earth is destroyed. Adams' exploration of technology, philosophy, and the absurdity of life make this a hilarious and entertaining read.