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The Guns of the South by Harry Turtledove

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... a clear, driving objective or mission in an alternate history?

Fatherland by Robert Harris

If you loved the relentless, goal-driven momentum of The Guns of the South—where history pivots and characters must act decisively—you'll be gripped by Fatherland. Here, detective Xavier March races against time in a Nazi-dominated Europe, unraveling secrets that could topple the regime. The alternate history backdrop and the protagonist's single-minded pursuit will keep you turning pages.

... a large, diverse cast navigating an alternate historical world?

The Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick

If you were fascinated by the ensemble of soldiers, politicians, and time travelers in The Guns of the South, you’ll appreciate the multifaceted perspectives in The Man in the High Castle. Multiple characters—like Juliana, Frank, and Tagomi—grapple with life in a world where the Axis powers won World War II, offering a rich tapestry of viewpoints and struggles.

... characters experiencing profound personal change amid time travel?

11 22 63 by Stephen King

If the personal transformation of people like Robert E. Lee, forced to reconsider his beliefs by the intrusion of future technology, resonated with you in The Guns of the South, you’ll be moved by Jake Epping’s journey in 11/22/63. As Jake travels to the past to prevent JFK’s assassination, his mission changes him in ways he never expected—emotionally and morally.

... protagonists with complex or questionable ethics in alternate history?

SS-GB by Len Deighton

If you appreciated the morally tangled choices faced by both the Confederates and the time-traveling South Africans in The Guns of the South, you’ll find SS-GB compelling. Detective Archer, caught between collaboration and resistance in Nazi-occupied Britain, must navigate shifting allegiances and ethical gray zones at every turn.

... meticulous, immersive alternate historical worldbuilding?

Bring The Jubilee by Ward Moore

If you loved how The Guns of the South brings an alternate Civil War era to life—down to the weapons, politics, and daily life—Bring the Jubilee will captivate you. Moore’s account of a world where the South won at Gettysburg is rich in detail and atmosphere, immersing you in the consequences and culture of a dramatically different America.

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