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Take Back Plenty by Colin Greenland

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... the relentless pursuit of a goal against all odds?

The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester

If you loved the non-stop drive of Tabitha Jute's mission in Take Back Plenty, you'll be swept up by Gully Foyle's obsessive quest for revenge and redemption in The Stars My Destination. Both protagonists are propelled by clear, desperate objectives that pull them through vividly realized, chaotic futures, delivering a thrilling, high-octane narrative.

... a colorful ensemble of misfit characters on a space journey?

The Long Way To A Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers

If what grabbed you in Take Back Plenty was the motley crew dynamic—Tabitha, Marco, and the eccentric band of travelers—The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet offers a delightful, character-driven voyage with an equally memorable cast. You'll enjoy the interactions, backgrounds, and camaraderie as the Wayfarer crew navigates the galaxy together.

... witty, fast-talking antiheroes with a knack for trouble?

The Stainless Steel Rat by Harry Harrison

If Tabitha Jute's sardonic wit and the book's playful tone struck your fancy, The Stainless Steel Rat will charm you with Slippery Jim DiGriz's clever banter, comic situations, and gleefully subversive escapades. Harrison's classic delivers sharp dialogue and a mischievous sense of fun in a spacefaring setting.

... exploring strange and imaginative alien cultures?

Venus Plus X by Theodore Sturgeon

If the wild, unpredictable alien societies and the sense of cosmic wonder in Take Back Plenty drew you in, Venus Plus X will intrigue you with its bold exploration of an alien civilization, challenging human norms and expectations through the eyes of a bewildered visitor.

... resourceful and independent female protagonists in science fiction?

A Door Into Ocean by Joan Slonczewski

If you admired Tabitha Jute's resilience and complexity, you'll appreciate the strong women at the heart of A Door Into Ocean. This novel features Sharers, an all-female society of ocean-dwellers, and focuses on their intelligence, determination, and agency in the face of galactic power struggles.

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