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The Mercy of Gods
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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and cerebral tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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The best books like The Three-Body Problem are:
- 1The Mercy of Gods by James S. A. Corey4.5Series starter
- 2Operation Bounce House by Matt Dinniman4.1
- 3The Host by Stephenie Meyer0
- 4Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card0
- 5Brave New World by Aldous Huxley4.4
- 6Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) by A.K. DuBoff4.3#1
- 7Scythe by Neal Shusterman4.6Series starter
- 8Redshirts by John Scalzi3.9
- 9Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson0#1
- 10Dune by Frank Herbert0
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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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a dark and visceral tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a contemplative and earnest tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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by Orson Scott Card
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This science fiction shares a haunting and philosophical tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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This science fiction shares a clinical and disturbing tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Stranded (Starship of the Ancients)
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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a tense and methodical tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Scythe
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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a thoughtful and unsettling tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This science fiction shares a clever and affectionate tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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Red Mars
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This science fiction shares a cerebral and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
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by Frank Herbert
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This science fiction shares a epic and foreboding tone that will resonate with The Three-Body Problem fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Three-Body Problem
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mercy of Gods📚 Series starter | James S. A. Corey | 4.5 | 2024 | — | Start a new series |
| Operation Bounce House | Matt Dinniman | 4.1 | 2026 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| The Host | Stephenie Meyer | 0 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| Ender's Game | Orson Scott Card | 0 | 2004 | — | Similar vibes |
| Brave New World | Aldous Huxley | 4.4 | 2006 | 288 | Similar vibes |
| Stranded (Starship of the Ancients) | A.K. DuBoff | 4.3 | 2025 | 419 | Similar vibes |
| Scythe📚 Series starter | Neal Shusterman | 4.6 | 2017 | 464 | Start a new series |
| Redshirts | John Scalzi | 3.9 | 2012 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Red Mars | Kim Stanley Robinson | 0 | 2003 | 640 | Similar vibes |
| Dune | Frank Herbert | 0 | 2019 | — | 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 The Mercy of Gods, Operation Bounce House, The Host.
What should I read after The Three-Body Problem?
After finishing The Three-Body Problem, readers most commonly pick up The Mercy of Gods 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.