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The best books like The Three-Body Problem are:
- 1Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro0
- 2Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson0#1
- 3The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 4Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr4.2
- 5Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 6The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin0
- 7When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi4.1
- 8The Giver by Lois Lowry0
- 9Brave New World by Aldous Huxley4.4
- 10Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
During China's Cultural Revolution, astrophysicist Ye Wenjie makes contact with an alien civilization, setting in motion events that will determine humanity's fate
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by Lois Lowry
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This science fiction shares a haunting and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Quick Comparison: Books Like The Three-Body Problem
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klara and the Sun | Kazuo Ishiguro | 0 | 2021 | 330 | Closest match |
| Red Mars | Kim Stanley Robinson | 0 | 2003 | 640 | Similar vibes |
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| Cloud Cuckoo Land | Anthony Doerr | 4.2 | 2021 | 641 | Similar vibes |
| Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) | A.K. DuBoff | 4.3 | 2025 | 419 | Similar vibes |
| The Dispossessed | Ursula K. Le Guin | 0 | 2015 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| When the Moon Hits Your Eye | John Scalzi | 4.1 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The Giver📚 Series starter | Lois Lowry | 0 | 2017 | 240 | Start a new series |
| Brave New World | Aldous Huxley | 4.4 | 2006 | 288 | Similar vibes |
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Three-Body Problem?
The most similar books to The Three-Body Problem are Klara and the Sun, Red Mars, The Mercy of Gods.
What should I read after The Three-Body Problem?
After finishing The Three-Body Problem, readers most commonly pick up Klara and the Sun next.
Who writes books like Cixin Liu?
Authors similar to Cixin Liu include Matt Haig, Andy Weir, John Ringo, Matt Dinniman, A.K. DuBoff.
What genre is The Three-Body Problem?
The Three-Body Problem is a Science Fiction novel by Cixin Liu. It features elements of First Contact, Cultural Revolution Setting, Scientific Concepts.
How long is The Three-Body Problem?
The Three-Body Problem varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Three-Body Problem have romance/spice?
The Three-Body Problem has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About The Three-Body Problem
During China's Cultural Revolution, astrophysicist Ye Wenjie makes contact with an alien civilization, setting in motion events that will determine humanity's fate. Liu's groundbreaking novel introduces Western readers to Chinese science fiction while exploring complex scientific concepts and political history. Winner of the Hugo Award and the first Asian novel to win the honor, this first book in the Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy combines rigorous science with philosophical depth, examining humanity's place in the universe and the consequences of our first contact with alien intelligence.