If you were fascinated by how Mae navigates the upheaval brought by Air in Karzistan, you'll be drawn to The Dispossessed. Shevek’s struggle to bridge the gap between radically different societies through his scientific breakthrough mirrors the cultural transformation and societal resistance that made Air so compelling.

Much like Mae’s central role in Air, The Power features a cast of strong, complex women facing a global upheaval. You'll appreciate seeing how Roxy, Margot, and others challenge norms and seize agency when the world’s power dynamics are suddenly upended.

If you loved the personal evolution Mae undergoes as her village is swept into the future, The Book of Strange New Things offers a similarly intimate journey. Follow Peter as he adapts to an alien world, his inner life and relationships tested by forces far beyond his control.

If you were captivated by Ryman’s richly realized Karzistan and its collision with new technology, River of Gods plunges you into a dense, vibrant near-future India. The novel’s intricate worldbuilding and attention to cultural nuance will satisfy your craving for immersive, plausible futures.

Just as Air uses the arrival of a new technology to probe deep questions about tradition, identity, and belonging, The Left Hand of Darkness explores profound themes of gender, society, and connection through Genly Ai’s encounters on the planet Gethen. Both novels invite you to reflect on what it means to adapt and understand the ‘other.’