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The Hollow Lands by Michael Moorcock
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In The Hollow Lands, did you enjoy ...
... the epic, world-spanning journey and the pursuit of a mysterious goal?
The Book of the New Sun: Shadow & Claw by Gene Wolfe
If you were drawn to Jerry Cornelius's quest across the shifting landscapes of the Multiverse in The Hollow Lands, you'll love following Severian's enigmatic journey through a dying Earth in Shadow & Claw. Like Moorcock, Wolfe crafts a tale driven by a protagonist's pursuit of destiny, filled with cryptic objectives and transformative encounters.
... morally complex protagonists who blur the line between hero and anti-hero?
The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester
If Jerry Cornelius's ambiguous morality and unpredictable decisions fascinated you in The Hollow Lands, Gully Foyle in The Stars My Destination will be equally compelling. Bester's anti-hero is driven by vengeance and survival, making choices that challenge the very definition of heroism in a chaotic, futuristic world.
... lush, intricate worldbuilding that immerses you in strange and surreal settings?
Viriconium by M. John Harrison
If you loved the richly detailed and ever-shifting realities Moorcock creates in The Hollow Lands, you'll be mesmerized by the dreamlike, intricate cityscapes of Viriconium. Harrison's world is alive with history, decay, and wonder—perfect for readers who crave immersive, enigmatic settings.
... philosophical exploration of identity, memory, and the nature of reality?
Engine Summer by John Crowley
If the existential and philosophical undertones of Jerry's journey through fragmented realities in The Hollow Lands captivated you, Engine Summer offers a deeply thoughtful meditation on truth, storytelling, and selfhood. Crowley's post-apocalyptic tale weaves meaning into every detail, inviting readers into profound contemplation.
... unexpected narrative twists and reality-bending developments?
Lanark by Alasdair Gray
If you enjoyed the unpredictable leaps between surreal worlds and the wild narrative turns of The Hollow Lands, Lanark will thrill you with its inventive structure and sudden shifts in reality. Gray's novel constantly surprises, blending the mundane and the fantastical in ways that keep you guessing to the final page.
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