The Left Hand of Darkness immerses you in the world of Gethen, where gender and social norms are fundamentally different from our own. Like Lilith's encounters with the Oankali, Genly Ai's attempts to understand and connect with the people of Gethen force both character and reader to question what it means to be human—and alien. If you found the Oankali's biology and society intriguing, you'll be drawn into the complexities of Le Guin's masterpiece.

If you appreciated the intricate societies and oppressive hierarchies of the Oankali and surviving humans in Dawn, you'll be captivated by An Unkindness of Ghosts. Aster's journey through the stratified decks of the Matilda spaceship offers a rich, immersive world with its own history, customs, and power struggles, echoing Butler's attention to detail and complexity.

Kathy, Tommy, and Ruth's emotional journeys in Never Let Me Go mirror Lilith's evolution as she grapples with her new reality and identity among aliens. If you were moved by Lilith's adaptation and resilience, you'll find Ishiguro's characters' growth—facing love, loss, and existential questions—equally powerful and haunting.

Much like Dawn, The Dispossessed is a profound meditation on the nature of society, individuality, and coexistence. Shevek's journey between two radically different worlds echoes Lilith's struggles with alien morality and societal expectations, offering a rich, thought-provoking experience for readers who enjoy big questions and nuanced dilemmas.

If you were drawn to the bleak, often unsettling atmosphere of Dawn—where hope is hard-won and every choice has weight—Parable of the Sower will resonate deeply. Lauren Olamina's struggle to survive in a collapsing world is as unflinching and raw as Lilith's journey, with Butler’s signature intensity and realism.