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All Systems Red by Martha Wells

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In All Systems Red, did you enjoy ...

... a clear, driving objective or mission?

A Psalm For The Wild Built by Becky Chambers

If you loved following Murderbot’s determined quest for autonomy and purpose, you’ll be drawn into A Psalm for the Wild-Built. Here, a tea monk and a robot embark on a heartfelt journey of discovery, with each chapter propelling them toward answers about what people need to feel fulfilled. The sense of purpose and forward momentum will feel warmly familiar.

... humor, satire, and clever dialogue?

The Long Way To A Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers

If Murderbot’s dry, sardonic internal monologue and the witty banter throughout All Systems Red made you laugh, you’ll love The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet. The crew’s playful exchanges and offbeat humor create a charming, lighthearted tone—even as they navigate serious challenges in space.

... morally complex protagonists?

Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie

If you appreciated Murderbot’s conflicted ethics—the way it wrestles with its programming and independent will—you’ll be fascinated by Breq in Ancillary Justice. As a former AI warship now occupying a single human body, Breq’s layered morality and ambiguous choices make for a compelling, thought-provoking read.

... exploration of artificial consciousness and what it means to be sentient?

Machinehood by S.B. Divya

If you were captivated by Murderbot’s existential questions about personhood, autonomy, and its place in the world, Machinehood delves even deeper into the philosophical implications of AI, consciousness, and the struggle for rights in a near-future society. The narrative asks tough questions about humanity and technology that will resonate with you.

... a fast-moving plot with frequent action and suspense?

Velocity Weapon by Megan E. O'Keefe

If you enjoyed how All Systems Red keeps the tension high with rapid developments and tight pacing, Velocity Weapon delivers a similarly relentless drive. Sanda’s race against time aboard an intelligent ship recalls the urgency and suspense that made Murderbot’s adventures so gripping.

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