If you loved how Prey dives deep into nanotechnology and emergent behavior, you'll be fascinated by Blindsight. Watts crafts a gripping story grounded in real neuroscience and cutting-edge science, where a crew investigates a mysterious alien artifact and confronts the limits of human consciousness. The book’s attention to scientific detail and plausible speculative technology will keep you riveted and thinking long after you finish.

If you enjoyed the tense, mission-oriented plot of Prey, you’ll be hooked by The Martian. Mark Watney’s desperate struggle to survive on Mars is a masterclass in resourcefulness and problem-solving, with every chapter driven by his clear objective: stay alive and get home. The relentless pursuit of a goal and constant tension will keep you turning the pages.

If you appreciated the way Prey keeps you on edge with constant threats and surprises—like the swarm's sudden evolution and the mounting sense of dread—Pandora's Star will deliver. This book offers a pulse-pounding pace, with high-stakes scientific discoveries spiraling out of control and plot twists that upend everything you thought you knew.

If you were intrigued by the layers of science and the deeper questions about technology in Prey, Anathem will captivate you. It weaves together complex scientific concepts, evolving threats, and philosophical mysteries, challenging you to think about consciousness, society, and the dangers of emergent technology—all wrapped in a compelling narrative.

If you were drawn to the ominous tone and escalating horror in Prey—from the isolated desert setting to the sense of creeping doom as the swarm evolves—The Girl With All the Gifts will grip you. It’s a tense, dark story where scientific experimentation unleashes a terrifying new threat, and the claustrophobic mood never lets up.