If you loved the relentless drive of Lededje Y'breq's quest for vengeance and the high-stakes mission to destroy virtual Hells in Surface Detail, you'll be riveted by the intertwining objectives in Revelation Space. The novel follows multiple characters, including Dan Sylveste, as they pursue personal and cosmic goals that collide against a backdrop of ancient mysteries and interstellar conflict. The sense of purpose and momentum echoes the goal-driven energy you enjoyed.

If the diverse ensemble of Surface Detail—from Lededje to Demeisen to Vatueil—captivated you, you'll be drawn into the rich cast of Leviathan Wakes. The narrative balances the perspectives of detective Miller and XO Holden while weaving in a range of supporting characters, all navigating an escalating crisis that ties their fates together. The interplay of agendas and personalities will feel just as dynamic and engaging.

If you were fascinated by the moral complexity of characters like Lededje, Veppers, and the Culture’s Special Circumstances agents, Use of Weapons will grip you with its deft exploration of ambiguous ethics. Cheradenine Zakalwe is a protagonist whose choices and loyalties are never clear-cut, and the story challenges you to question the very idea of heroism, just as Surface Detail does.

If the virtual afterlives, digital Hells, and mind-uploading technology in Surface Detail intrigued you, you'll be amazed by the radical technological landscapes of Diaspora. Egan explores post-human societies where consciousness exists in a variety of substrates, and the novel’s detailed speculation about artificial realities and future science pushes the boundaries of hard science fiction.

If you found yourself pondering the existential questions raised by virtual afterlives, simulated suffering, and the nature of self in Surface Detail, Permutation City is essential reading. Egan’s novel delves into the philosophical ramifications of digital consciousness, immortality, and subjective reality, challenging you to rethink what it means to exist in both virtual and physical worlds.