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Red Moon by Kim Stanley Robinson

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In Red Moon, did you enjoy ...

... a clear objective driving the characters across a futuristic solar system?

2312 by Kim Stanley Robinson

If you enjoyed how Red Moon centered around a critical mission involving Fred Fredericks and Chan Qi, you'll appreciate 2312's compelling goal-driven narrative. The story follows Swan Er Hong as she undertakes a galaxy-spanning quest to unravel a conspiracy threatening human civilization, blending adventure with high-stakes objectives.

... a large ensemble of intersecting characters with distinct backgrounds and motivations?

Leviathan Wakes by James S. A. Corey

If the shifting perspectives of Fred, Qi, and other characters in Red Moon kept you hooked, you'll love the dynamic ensemble cast in Leviathan Wakes. The narrative alternates between detective Miller and officer Holden, but quickly expands to a broad cast whose fates intertwine as a galactic crisis unfolds.

... detailed, immersive worldbuilding that explores political, social, and cultural systems?

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin

If you were fascinated by the intricately realized lunar society and the nuanced depiction of China's future in Red Moon, The Dispossessed will draw you into its meticulously crafted twin worlds. Le Guin’s Anarres and Urras societies are rendered with depth and complexity, immersing you in their politics and philosophies.

... hard science fiction elements grounded in plausible technology and scientific detail?

The Ministry For the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson

If you appreciated the rigorous scientific speculation and plausible lunar technologies in Red Moon, The Ministry for the Future offers a similarly grounded approach. The novel meticulously explores climate intervention strategies, geopolitics, and technological solutions, providing a thought-provoking vision of near-future science.

... political intrigue and maneuvering set against a backdrop of Chinese-dominated future society?

China Mountain Zhang by Maureen F. McHugh

If you were intrigued by the behind-the-scenes power struggles and government conspiracies in Red Moon—especially those involving Chan Qi's family—China Mountain Zhang will captivate you. The novel weaves personal stories with larger societal machinations in a richly imagined future shaped by Chinese ascendance.

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