If you loved how Tony Valdez’s job as a Dispatcher drives the plot forward with urgency and high stakes, you’ll be hooked by Six Wakes. The novel opens with six clones awakening to a grisly murder on a spaceship—and they must solve the crime before it happens again. The clear objective and relentless pacing will keep you eagerly turning the pages, just like in The Dispatcher.

If you enjoyed the dry wit and sharp dialogue of Tony’s narration in The Dispatcher, you’ll love Thursday Next’s adventures in The Eyre Affair. The book is filled with clever wordplay, satirical humor, and a protagonist who always has a snappy comeback—making for a delightfully fun read.

If you were fascinated by Tony’s ethical dilemmas and the gray morality of a world where murder victims can be brought back to life, Altered Carbon offers a similarly complex protagonist in Takeshi Kovacs. The book explores the consequences of immortality and the blurred lines between right and wrong in a noir, cyberpunk setting.

If you appreciated how The Dispatcher maintained a tight focus on Tony’s experiences and relationships within a small circle, Kindred offers an equally intimate narrative. Dana’s story is intensely personal, centering on her harrowing time travel and the impact it has on her and those close to her, making every moment feel immediate and real.

If you loved the surprises and sudden shifts in The Dispatcher—like the rules of death and the evolving investigation—Dark Matter is packed with mind-bending twists. Every chapter brings a new revelation that upends what you thought you knew, keeping you guessing until the very end.