If you loved following Murderbot's relentless quest to uncover the truth and complete dangerous objectives in Rogue Protocol, you'll be drawn to All Systems Red. Here, Murderbot is thrust into another tense mission that requires quick thinking, resourcefulness, and a laser focus on survival—all while facing unexpected threats and protecting a human team. The high-stakes objective and constant sense of forward momentum will have you hooked from the first page.

If the ragtag group of humans and bots in Rogue Protocol made the story for you, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet offers a delightful ensemble of misfits aboard the Wayfarer. You'll experience camaraderie, conflict, and heartwarming moments as the crew faces interstellar challenges, with each character—alien or human—bringing their own perspective and baggage to the journey.

If Murderbot’s internal struggles with ethics and its willingness to bend the rules in Rogue Protocol intrigued you, you'll find a kindred spirit in Takeshi Kovacs of Altered Carbon. Kovacs is a tough, cynical anti-hero navigating a gritty world of body-swapping technology, where the line between right and wrong is constantly blurred. The book’s protagonist often makes dark, ambiguous choices for survival and justice.

If Murderbot’s dry sarcasm and snarky internal monologue made you laugh out loud in Rogue Protocol, then Redshirts is sure to amuse you. Scalzi’s crew faces the absurdities and dangers of starship life with relentless humor and self-awareness, poking fun at sci-fi tropes while delivering clever dialogue and laugh-out-loud moments throughout their adventure.

If what you loved about Rogue Protocol was its focus on characters’ emotional journeys and the consequences of advanced technology for individuals and society, then Sea of Tranquility will resonate with you. Mandel crafts a story that spans centuries and characters, exploring humanity’s place in a technologically advanced world, with the science always serving the story’s emotional and philosophical depth.