If you loved following Luke, Han, and Leia as they scramble to outmaneuver Grand Admiral Thrawn in pursuit of their goals, you'll be swept up by Dune. Paul Atreides’ journey to reclaim his family’s legacy on Arrakis is every bit as urgent, goal-driven, and fraught with peril. The momentum and stakes will keep you turning pages just as Heir to the Empire did.

If you enjoyed the interplay between the New Republic’s leaders and the resourceful, sometimes clashing personalities of Han, Luke, and Leia, you'll love Leviathan Wakes. The Rocinante crew—Holden, Naomi, Amos, and Alex—form an engaging team, each with their own strengths and conflicts, facing threats that require them to work together in thrilling, character-driven ways.

If you were captivated by the growth of characters like Mara Jade or the evolving loyalties of old friends and new allies in Heir to the Empire, Mistborn: The Final Empire will draw you in. Vin’s transformation from wary street urchin to powerful Mistborn is deeply satisfying, full of hard choices and internal struggles reminiscent of the best Star Wars arcs.

If Thrawn’s ruthless strategy and the web of intrigue within the New Republic kept you hooked, A Game of Thrones offers even more tangled plots and betrayals. The shifting alliances, secret plots, and Machiavellian characters like Tyrion Lannister and Petyr Baelish make for a gripping read filled with the political complexity you enjoyed.

If you found yourself immersed in the Star Wars galaxy’s alien worlds, cultures, and layered histories, Children of Time will amaze you. Tchaikovsky’s sweeping vision of evolving civilizations and intricate societies is every bit as detailed and imaginative, making for a world you’ll want to explore as much as the Star Wars universe.