If you admired the way Jarvis navigates the Martian landscape using real scientific principles, you'll love Mission of Gravity, where the Mesklinite explorer Barlennan must traverse a bizarre, high-gravity planet. Clement’s attention to physics and biology creates a truly plausible alien world, making every challenge a puzzle grounded in science.

If you were fascinated by Tweel and the intricate, baffling customs of Martian life, The Left Hand of Darkness will captivate you with Genly Ai’s encounters on Gethen—a planet whose inhabitants defy human gender norms. Le Guin’s deep dive into alien social structures and communication echoes the cultural surprises of Weinbaum’s Mars.

Enjoyed Jarvis’s mission to rescue a crewmate and the unfolding discoveries on Mars? In Rendezvous with Rama, a team of astronauts is tasked with investigating a mysterious alien cylinder passing through the solar system. Every step is a methodical, purpose-driven expedition into the unknown, mirroring the sense of wonder and purpose in A Martian Odyssey.

If the strange landscapes and bizarre lifeforms of Mars drew you in, Solaris offers a hauntingly intricate alien ocean that shapes reality itself. As Kris Kelvin attempts to understand the planet’s mysteries, you’ll find the same rich, immersive worldbuilding and sense of otherworldly mystery.

If you appreciated how A Martian Odyssey moves briskly through Jarvis’s adventure with direct, unadorned prose, you’ll find The Martian just as compelling. Mark Watney’s first-person account of survival is told with clarity and wit, making each step of his journey both thrilling and easy to follow.