If you were drawn in by the ambitious terraforming missions and the drive to reimagine human civilization in Blue Mars, you'll find 2312 equally captivating. The book follows Swan Er Hong and a cast of pioneers as they tackle the monumental project of shaping planets and redefining what it means to be human, with clear objectives propelling the story. The sense of purpose and transformation echoes the grand undertakings of Robinson’s Mars trilogy.

If you enjoyed following the diverse perspectives of Ann, Sax, Nirgal, and others as they navigated personal and political upheaval in Blue Mars, Revelation Space will appeal to you. Reynolds crafts a galaxy-spanning tale told through the eyes of multiple protagonists—Dan Sylveste, Ana Khouri, and Ilia Volyova among them—whose intersecting stories build a rich, multifaceted narrative.

If you appreciated the philosophical depth and the way Blue Mars delved into questions about democracy, human nature, and planetary stewardship, The Dispossessed is a must-read. Le Guin’s novel follows Shevek, a physicist navigating two radically different societies, provoking deep reflection on utopia, freedom, and ethical responsibility with every page.

If you loved the sweeping scale of Blue Mars—the way it charted lifetimes, generations, and the changing face of Mars itself—Red Mars gives you the origins of that grand saga. The story begins with the First Hundred and tracks the birth of a new world across time, combining personal stories with a planetary scope.

If the scientific realism and technological ingenuity of Blue Mars—from terraforming processes to ecological engineering—captivated you, then Neptune's Brood will satisfy your craving for hard science fiction. Stross explores the economics of interstellar colonization, post-human societies, and the nuts and bolts of space-faring civilizations, all with meticulous detail and creativity.