If you were captivated by Marîd Audran’s morally gray decisions and his struggle to survive amidst corruption and shifting loyalties in A Fire in the Sun, you'll find When Gravity Fails equally engrossing. Marîd’s world is full of dangerous choices, and his actions often blur the lines between right and wrong, creating a compelling anti-hero narrative in a richly textured cyberpunk setting.

If the vibrant, layered cityscape of Budayeen and its cultural intricacies drew you in, The City & The City will fascinate you with its twin cities of Besźel and Ul Qoma—two interwoven societies occupying the same space, separated by convention and law. Miéville’s meticulous worldbuilding creates a setting as enigmatic and immersive as Effinger’s, inviting you to unravel its mysteries.

If the bleak, neon-lit grime and pervasive sense of danger in A Fire in the Sun struck a chord, Altered Carbon plunges you into a similarly hard-boiled, violent future. Follow Takeshi Kovacs as he investigates murder and conspiracy in a brutal world where bodies are disposable and trust is scarce, echoing the gritty atmosphere that makes Effinger’s work so compelling.

If you appreciated the sardonic humor and sharp dialogue woven through Marîd Audran’s adventures, Gun, with Occasional Music offers a satirical, witty spin on noir detective tales. Lethem’s protagonist navigates a surreal future full of evolved animals and mind-altering drugs, blending deadpan wit with biting social commentary much like Effinger’s style.

If you found the exploration of marginalized communities, shifting identities, and street-level intrigue compelling in A Fire in the Sun, Trouble and Her Friends delves deep into the social fabric of a future cyberpunk society. Melissa Scott’s hackers navigate loyalty, love, and prejudice, emphasizing character relationships and cultural nuances over technical detail.