If you were intrigued by the way The Unpleasant Profession of Jonathan Hoag blurs the boundaries between reality and perception, you'll find The City & The City equally captivating. Detective Tyador Borlú’s investigation into a murder leads him through two overlapping cities that exist in the same physical space, unraveling layers of bizarre logic and existential uncertainty.

If you enjoyed the mind-bending, reality-questioning aspects of Heinlein’s story—where nothing is quite as it seems—Ubik will fascinate you. As Joe Chip’s world unravels through shifting realities and existential threats, you’ll find yourself grappling with deep questions about existence and consciousness, much like Jonathan Hoag’s strange journey.

If you loved the way Jonathan Hoag kept you guessing about what was real and who could be trusted, The Third Policeman is a wild ride. The narrator’s dubious reliability and the bizarre, looping logic of the world create a dizzying sense of uncertainty and dark humor that echoes Heinlein’s surreal style.

If you were drawn to the intricate, intertwined mysteries of Jonathan Hoag, Night Film will keep you up late. Scott McGrath’s investigation into a reclusive filmmaker’s dark world unfolds through interviews, documents, and digital media, offering layers upon layers of secrets and revelations.

If Heinlein’s blend of noir atmosphere and sly, sometimes bleak wit appealed to you, you’ll love The Yiddish Policemen's Union. Detective Meyer Landsman navigates a world of Jewish noir laced with dark humor and absurdity, uncovering conspiracies as strange and compelling as Jonathan Hoag’s.