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Inherit The Stars by James P. Hogan

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In Inherit The Stars, did you enjoy ...

... scientific puzzles and rigorous speculative science?

The Gods Themselves by Isaac Asimov

If you loved the scientifically plausible mysteries and meticulous attention to real science in Inherit The Stars, you’ll be drawn into The Gods Themselves. Asimov’s novel revolves around the discovery of a new energy source with universe-altering consequences, and its three-part structure presents complex scientific concepts and the consequences of technological advancement in a compelling, accessible way.

... the sense of discovery driven by a clear mission?

Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke

Rendezvous with Rama delivers that same sense of purposeful exploration you enjoyed as scientists and astronauts work together to unravel the mysteries of the enigmatic alien craft, Rama. The investigation is propelled by a clear, urgent mission, echoing the focused, goal-driven narrative that made Inherit The Stars so gripping.

... the intellectual thrill of unraveling alien mysteries?

Contact by Carl Sagan

If the painstaking investigation into the origins of the 'Man on the Moon' fascinated you, Contact will similarly absorb you as Dr. Ellie Arroway and her team decode an extraterrestrial message. The novel’s detailed scientific process and profound questions about humanity’s place in the cosmos will satisfy your appetite for intellectual discovery.

... encounters with fully realized alien civilizations?

The Mote in God’s Eye by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle

If you were captivated by the revelation of ancient alien origins and the scientific investigation of non-human life in Inherit The Stars, you’ll be engrossed by the first contact and cultural exchange at the heart of The Mote in God's Eye. The Moties are one of science fiction’s most thoughtfully depicted alien species, and their interactions with humanity lead to gripping mysteries and surprises.

... big ideas and the epic sweep of cosmic adventure?

Tau Zero by Poul Anderson

Tau Zero offers the kind of vast, time-spanning scope and sense of scientific wonder that made Inherit The Stars memorable. As the crew of the Leonora Christine starship faces the relentless, accelerating passage of time, you’ll experience an epic journey that explores the limits of human endurance and the possibilities of the universe.

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