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by Philip Fracassi
4.02025336 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a melancholic but hopeful tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
10 Best Books Like Illuminae
If you loved Illuminae by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Illuminae are:
- 1The Third Rule of Time Travel by Philip Fracassi4.0
- 2Scythe by Neal Shusterman4.6Series starter
- 3The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 4The Martian by Andy Weir0
- 5Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 6This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar4.3
- 7Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky4.6
- 8The Host by Stephenie Meyer0
- 9The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi0
- 10Future's Edge by Gareth L. Powell4.1
When their planet is attacked, Kady and Ezra find themselves aboard evacuation ships, their broken relationship the least of their problems as an AI begins to malfunction
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Scythe
Start of Arc Of A Scythe seriesby Neal Shusterman
4.62017464 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a thoughtful and unsettling tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
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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 Illuminae fans.
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by Andy Weir
02014
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a optimistic and humorous tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
5
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 Illuminae fans.
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by Amal El-Mohtar
4.32019
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a lyrical and yearning tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
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by Adrian Tchaikovsky
4.620231760 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a cerebral and awe-inspiring tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
8
by Stephenie Meyer
02008
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a contemplative and earnest tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
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by John Scalzi
0
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a light and irreverent tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
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by Gareth L. Powell
4.12025320 pages
Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a grim but determined tone that will resonate with Illuminae fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Illuminae
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Third Rule of Time Travel | Philip Fracassi | 4.0 | 2025 | 336 | Closest match |
| Scythe📚 Series starter | Neal Shusterman | 4.6 | 2017 | 464 | Start a new series |
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| The Martian | Andy Weir | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) | A.K. DuBoff | 4.3 | 2025 | 419 | Similar vibes |
| This Is How You Lose the Time War | Amal El-Mohtar | 4.3 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| Children of Time | Adrian Tchaikovsky | 4.6 | 2023 | 1760 | Similar vibes |
| The Host | Stephenie Meyer | 0 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Kaiju Preservation Society | John Scalzi | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Future's Edge | Gareth L. Powell | 4.1 | 2025 | 320 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Illuminae?
The most similar books to Illuminae are The Third Rule of Time Travel, Scythe, The Mercy of Gods.
What should I read after Illuminae?
After finishing Illuminae, readers most commonly pick up The Third Rule of Time Travel next.
Who writes books like Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff?
Authors similar to Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff include Matt Haig, Andy Weir, John Ringo, Matt Dinniman, A.K. DuBoff.
What genre is Illuminae?
Illuminae is a Science Fiction novel by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff, published in 2015. It features elements of Epistolary Format, AI Character, Star-Crossed Lovers.
How long is Illuminae?
Illuminae is 601 pages long.
Does Illuminae have romance/spice?
Illuminae has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About Illuminae
When their planet is attacked, Kady and Ezra find themselves aboard evacuation ships, their broken relationship the least of their problems as an AI begins to malfunction. Told through documents, emails, and transcripts, this innovative space opera combines stunning visual storytelling with heart-pounding action. The first in the Illuminae Files trilogy revolutionizes YA sci-fi with its unique format and morally complex AI character AIDAN. Perfect for readers who enjoy creative narrative structures, space battles, and philosophical questions about consciousness and survival.