If you were fascinated by the richly detailed societies and histories in Hyperion, you'll be swept away by Le Guin's exploration of the planet Gethen, where complex customs, politics, and gender norms shape every interaction. The deep dive into alien cultures and the subtle worldbuilding echo the best parts of Simmons' universe.

If you loved how Hyperion wove together the pilgrims' stories in a tapestry of different voices and eras, you'll find Cloud Atlas mesmerizing. Mitchell's novel interlaces six stories across time and genre, each building on the last, creating a narrative puzzle that rewards careful readers.

If the galaxy-spanning stakes and centuries-long intrigues of Hyperion gripped you, Dune will deliver even more. Follow Paul Atreides as he becomes embroiled in interstellar power struggles, religious prophecy, and the fate of an entire planet, all within a vast, meticulously crafted universe.

If you found yourself pondering the nature of humanity, destiny, or divinity in Hyperion, you'll be captivated by Severian's journey in Shadow & Claw. Wolfe's narrative is layered with philosophical riddles, moral ambiguity, and existential reflection, inviting you to question every assumption.

If you enjoyed getting to know each uniquely flawed pilgrim in Hyperion, you'll love Ninefox Gambit. The novel features a compelling cast, from the brilliant but unstable Kel Cheris to the infamous undead tactician Shuos Jedao, all thrown together in a battle where loyalty and identity are fiercely tested.