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Red Mars
Mars #1 (works standalone)by Kim Stanley Robinson
02003640 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a cerebral and contemplative tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
10 Best Books Like Dune
If you loved Dune by Frank Herbert, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Dune are:
- 1Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson0#1
- 2The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 3Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 4Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 5The Host by Stephenie Meyer0
- 6The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams0
- 7Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
- 8Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card0
- 9Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr4.2
- 10The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu0#1
Science Fiction02019
On the desert planet Arrakis, young Paul Atreides becomes embroiled in a struggle for control of the universe's most valuable substance—the spice melange
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The Mercy of Gods
Start of The Captive's War seriesby James S. A. Corey
4.52024
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and cerebral tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
3
Stranded (Starship of the Ancients)
Starship of the Ancients #1 (works standalone)by A.K. DuBoff
4.32025419 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and methodical tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
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by Matt Dinniman
4.12026448 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a dark and visceral tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
5
by Stephenie Meyer
02008
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a contemplative and earnest tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
6
by Douglas Adams
01979169 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a absurdist and irreverent tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
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by John Scalzi
3.92012320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a clever and affectionate tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
8
by Orson Scott Card
02004
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a haunting and philosophical tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
9
by Anthony Doerr
4.22021641 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a melancholy but hopeful tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
10
The Three-Body Problem
Remembrance Of Earth'S Past #1 (works standalone)by Cixin Liu
0
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a cerebral and unsettling tone that will resonate with Dune fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Dune
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Mars | Kim Stanley Robinson | 0 | 2003 | 640 | Closest match |
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) | A.K. DuBoff | 4.3 | 2025 | 419 | Similar vibes |
| Operation Bounce House | Matt Dinniman | 4.1 | 2026 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| The Host | Stephenie Meyer | 0 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams | 0 | 1979 | 169 | Similar vibes |
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Ender's Game | Orson Scott Card | 0 | 2004 | — | Similar vibes |
| Cloud Cuckoo Land | Anthony Doerr | 4.2 | 2021 | 641 | Similar vibes |
| The Three-Body Problem | Cixin Liu | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Dune?
The most similar books to Dune are Red Mars, The Mercy of Gods, Stranded (Starship of the Ancients).
What should I read after Dune?
After finishing Dune, readers most commonly pick up Red Mars next.
Who writes books like Frank Herbert?
Authors similar to Frank Herbert include Kim Stanley Robinson, Isaac Asimov, Ursula K. Le Guin.
What genre is Dune?
Dune is a Science Fiction novel by Frank Herbert, published in 2019. It features elements of Chosen One, Desert Planet, Political Intrigue.
How long is Dune?
Dune varies in length depending on edition.
Does Dune have romance/spice?
Dune has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About Dune
On the desert planet Arrakis, young Paul Atreides becomes embroiled in a struggle for control of the universe's most valuable substance—the spice melange. Herbert creates one of science fiction's most complex and influential worlds, blending ecology, politics, religion, and philosophy into an epic tale of destiny and power. Winner of both the Hugo and Nebula Awards and inspiration for multiple film adaptations, this masterpiece explores themes of environmentalism, religious manipulation, and the corrupting nature of power while establishing the template for modern space opera with its intricate worldbuilding and political complexity.