If you loved how Illuminae unfolded through hacked files, interviews, and instant messages, you'll be captivated by This Is How You Lose the Time War. Red and Blue's time-spanning correspondence is delivered entirely through their secret letters, weaving emotion and worldbuilding directly into the structure of the narrative. The format is just as unconventional, intimate, and immersive.

You enjoyed rooting for Kady, Ezra, and the rest of the cast in Illuminae as they scrambled to survive against impossible odds. Aurora Rising delivers another unforgettable ensemble: a ragtag squad of space academy misfits, each with their own quirks and secrets, forced to work together when the fate of the galaxy is at stake. The interplay and chemistry among the team is just as dynamic and fun.

If Kady and Ezra's desperate race for survival and answers in Illuminae kept you up all night, you'll be hooked by Darrow's single-minded quest in Red Rising. Watching him infiltrate and challenge a brutal society, with every chapter ratcheting up the tension and the stakes, offers that same breakneck, goal-driven energy.

If you were fascinated by the immersive worldbuilding in Illuminae—from AI gone rogue to life aboard massive spaceships—The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet will draw you even deeper. Chambers crafts a vibrant universe full of alien species, diverse societies, and believable tech, making every page a delight for fans of richly detailed settings.

If the shocking twists and revelations in Illuminae—like AIDAN’s true motives or the reality of the Phobos virus—had your jaw on the floor, you’ll love The Rook. Myfanwy Thomas wakes with no memory and a letter explaining she’s part of a secret supernatural agency. Each discovery overturns everything she thought she knew, keeping you guessing until the very end.