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Published 15:52 IST, October 25th 2019

Popular Science Fiction Books: Best sci-fi novels you must check out

Science fiction books collide the contrasting worlds of science and imagination to create interesting stories. Here's a list of popular science fiction books.

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A good book does not always have to be believable. Imagination has always influenced writers, and when the theme is science, creativity naturally increases to a great extent. Here is a list of some of the best science fiction books you must read in 2019:

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Here are some of the best science fiction books:

The Gone World by Tom Sweterlistch

Set against the backdrop of the previous century, this book is about an alien mystery. Tom explores the world of time and space travel here. Right from the beginning, there is an evident mystery, which keeps on unraveling through the course of the book. This is a guaranteed treat for readers who love to explore things pertaining to space.

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Children of Ruin by Adrian Tchaikovsky

This book is the second instalment of Adrian’s Children of series. Set in outer space, this book follows an attempt to find a backup planet for the survival of humans. There are numerous references of giant spiders and octopuses spread throughout the book. The ending note of the book emphasizes that the idea of utopia is no longer far-fetched.

Ancestral Night by Elizabeth Bear

The interstellar setup of this book is engrossing. Embedded with several galaxies, space machinery, alien references, and scientific methodologies, this book is a complete package of science fiction. Elizabeth has cited instances that shout out ‘science fiction' in every detail. The adventure story is gripping but demands undivided attention from the readers.

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Semiosis by Sue Burke

Sue Burke has made an astonishing writing debut with this interesting science fiction book. Revolving around various human generations and the transition phases in between them, the book captivates the reader's attention right from the start. It is widely considered to be one of the best science fiction books of all time.

The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal

This is a women-centric astronaut novel. Mary Robinette Kowal has focussed on some of the most relevant issues of today. The combination of themes and the interesting setup of the International Aerospace Coalition amidst a meteorite apocalypse makes this book worth reading.

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14:21 IST, October 25th 2019