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If you were captivated by the automata called 'avtomats' and their secret histories in The Clockwork Dynasty, you'll love how The Mechanical brings to life Jax, a clockwork servant struggling with free will in a world where the Dutch Empire rules with its mechanical men. The novel dives into the lives and ambitions of artificial beings woven into human history, blending action, philosophy, and a richly imagined world.
If you enjoyed the epic sweep of The Clockwork Dynasty—where centuries pass and the hidden influence of beings like Peter and Elena shapes history—you'll be engrossed by The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August. Harry’s repeated lives take you through the decades, uncovering secret societies, conspiracies, and the long shadows of immortality on human events.
If you loved the driving urgency behind June's search for truth and Peter's quest for survival in The Clockwork Dynasty, Altered Carbon will grip you with its relentless pacing. Follow Takeshi Kovacs as he navigates a noir-tinged future, piecing together a murder mystery in a world where consciousness and bodies are interchangeable.
If you were fascinated by the philosophical questions of identity and consciousness posed through the avtomats in The Clockwork Dynasty, Ancillary Justice will intrigue you with Breq, the last remaining fragment of a once-great AI starship. The novel thoughtfully examines what it means to be human, the nature of memory, and the limits of self-awareness.
If you appreciated the dark undertones and ethical ambiguity of Wilson’s immortal characters navigating violence and betrayal, The Water Knife will pull you into a near-future Southwest where survival demands ruthless choices. Follow Angel Velasquez as he navigates corruption and danger in a world where water is more precious than gold.
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