If you were fascinated by the shifting, disorienting geography of the city in The Inverted World and the scientific rigor with which its reality is explored, you'll find Roadside Picnic equally compelling. Follow Redrick Schuhart as he navigates the bizarre, physics-defying Zone—an area shaped by alien visitation—where understanding the rules is a matter of survival. The Strugatskys’ meticulous attention to the inexplicable, yet scientifically grounded, hazards will captivate anyone who loved the hard science and the sense of otherworldly danger in Priest's novel.

If the existential questions and the underlying philosophical mysteries of The Inverted World drew you in, The Dispossessed will resonate deeply. Through Shevek's journey between two radically different societies, Le Guin unpacks profound ideas about time, freedom, and identity. Much like Helward Mann’s struggle to comprehend the city’s distorted reality, Shevek’s quest to bridge worlds is both a personal and intellectual odyssey that will leave you pondering long after you finish.

If you loved how The Inverted World upended your expectations with its reality-altering twist, Permutation City will blow your mind. Egan’s story follows Paul Durham and others as they grapple with simulated realities and consciousness, leading to jaw-dropping revelations that challenge the very nature of existence. The book’s climactic surprises and the way it redefines what’s possible in science fiction make it a must-read for fans of unpredictable, reality-bending narratives.

If you were enthralled by the slow unveiling of the city’s true nature and the meticulous construction of its world in The Inverted World, The Shadow of the Torturer will sweep you away. Join Severian as he navigates the decaying, puzzling world of Urth—where every detail, from the ancient guilds to the enigmatic landscapes, is woven into a rich tapestry. Wolfe’s subtle clues and intricate setting invite the same kind of careful reading and sense of discovery you enjoyed in Priest’s novel.

If Helward Mann’s inner turmoil and the psychological complexity of grappling with an incomprehensible world struck a chord in The Inverted World, Solaris will haunt you. As Kris Kelvin faces the sentient ocean’s manifestations, the novel delves deep into memory, guilt, and what it means to encounter the truly alien. Lem’s exploration of his characters’ mental states provides a similarly immersive, introspective experience.