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Ancestral Night by Elizabeth Bear

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In Ancestral Night, did you enjoy ...

... a high-stakes, mission-driven adventure?

Leviathan Wakes by James S. A. Corey

If the relentless pursuit of a mysterious alien artifact and the pulse-pounding objectives that Haimey and her crew undertake in Ancestral Night thrilled you, you'll love Leviathan Wakes. Join Holden and Miller as they chase secrets across the solar system, battling powerful factions and uncovering dangers that could threaten humanity itself.

... the interplay of a diverse, complex crew?

Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha Lee

If you enjoyed the dynamic among Haimey, Connla, and Singer in Ancestral Night, Ninefox Gambit offers a similarly compelling ensemble. Captain Kel Cheris teams up with the infamous undead tactician Shuos Jedao, and together they lead a diverse cast into mind-bending battles and political intrigue in a mathematically driven empire.

... a protagonist’s journey of self-discovery and transformation?

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

If Haimey's struggle with her past and her quest for self-acceptance in Ancestral Night resonated with you, you'll be drawn to Rosemary Harper’s personal growth as she finds her place among the Wayfarer’s crew, learning to face her secrets and redefine herself amid the stars.

... deeply developed alien civilizations and mysterious technologies?

Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds

If you were fascinated by the enigmatic alien relics and the sense of ancient galactic history in Ancestral Night, Revelation Space will immerse you in a universe brimming with lost civilizations, cryptic artifacts, and the haunting question of what came before humanity.

... philosophical questions about humanity’s place in the cosmos?

Aurora by Kim Stanley Robinson

If you loved the thought-provoking exploration of consciousness, identity, and morality in Ancestral Night, Aurora invites you to grapple with the existential dilemmas faced by a generation ship’s inhabitants as they confront the limits of survival, adaptation, and what it truly means to reach for the stars.

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