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Pushing Ice by Alastair Reynolds

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... a relentless, mission-driven narrative with shifting objectives and high-stakes decisions?

Leviathan Wakes by James S. A. Corey

If you loved following the crew of the Rockhopper as they navigated the perilous and ever-evolving mission to pursue the alien object in Pushing Ice, you'll be riveted by Leviathan Wakes. The crew of the Rocinante is thrust into a vast conspiracy and a planet-threatening crisis, propelling them from one urgent mission to the next as they uncover secrets that could change humanity's destiny.

... a large, diverse group of characters working together (and sometimes against each other) to survive in deep space?

Aurora by Kim Stanley Robinson

If you connected with the ensemble of engineers, miners, and leaders on the Rockhopper and their complex relationships under extreme pressure, you'll appreciate the rich cast in Aurora. The story follows the inhabitants of a multi-generational starship as they face technical crises, social challenges, and the daunting prospects of colonizing a new world, all told through the eyes of many characters whose fates are deeply intertwined.

... scientifically plausible technology and alien life, with a focus on evolution, astrophysics, and survival?

Children Of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky

If you were fascinated by the realistic engineering, the physics of comet mining, and the speculative yet credible portrayal of alien megastructures in Pushing Ice, you'll be enthralled by Children of Time. Tchaikovsky crafts a sweeping tale of terraforming, uplifted spiders, and interstellar travel, all built on solid scientific concepts that challenge and expand the imagination.

... an epic story that spans vast stretches of time and space, exploring the far future of humanity and other sentient life?

Diaspora by Greg Egan

If the cosmic scale and sweeping timeline of Pushing Ice—from the isolation of the crew to their encounter with mind-boggling alien civilizations—captivated you, Diaspora will take you even further. Egan's novel follows posthuman entities as they traverse the universe, witness the birth and death of stars, and confront existential threats across eons.

... deeply imagined alien cultures and minds, with first contact at the heart of the narrative?

Blindsight by Peter Watts

If you were intrigued by the mysterious, inscrutable alien technology and the challenge of understanding non-human intelligences in Pushing Ice, Blindsight offers an intense and cerebral exploration of first contact. The crew of the Theseus must decipher the nature and motives of alien entities that defy human comprehension, raising profound questions about consciousness and communication.

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