If you found the tension and focus of the mission to Jupiter in 2010 compelling, you'll love The Martian. Follow Mark Watney as he uses his ingenuity and scientific knowledge to survive on Mars, tackling one challenge after another in a race against time. Like the Leonov crew, Watney's journey is defined by a clear objective and the relentless drive to achieve it.

If you enjoyed the mix of Russian, American, and Chinese crew members—each with their own backgrounds and motivations—in 2010, then Red Mars will draw you in. The novel follows an international ensemble of scientists and engineers as they attempt to colonize and terraform Mars, exploring the complex relationships and conflicts that arise when so many perspectives collide.

If the detailed and plausible technology, the rigorous approach to space travel, and the mysteries of alien intelligence in 2010 fascinated you, you’ll be riveted by Blindsight. This novel follows a crew of scientists and specialists sent to investigate a mysterious alien signal, delving deep into cutting-edge science and the limits of human understanding.

If you appreciated the sweeping scale of 2010, moving from Earth to space stations to Jupiter and encountering vast cosmic mysteries, Foundation offers an even grander scope. The series follows the rise and fall of civilizations over centuries, weaving together politics, science, and the fate of humanity across the galaxy.

If the enigmatic Monoliths and the attempts to understand alien intelligence in 2010 intrigued you, The Sparrow will captivate you with its first-contact mission to another world. The novel explores humanity’s struggle to comprehend an alien culture, blending science, philosophy, and the limits of communication in a way that echoes the wonder and challenge of Clarke’s vision.