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The Wanderer by Fritz Leiber

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... an epic, globe-spanning alien crisis and humanity's response?

Footfall by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle

If you loved the way The Wanderer swept across continents and showed the world reeling from a cosmic event, you'll be riveted by Footfall. When alien invaders arrive and their vast ship threatens all of Earth, the narrative jumps between military strategists, scientists, and everyday people, creating a true sense of global scale and urgency.

... richly imagined alien civilizations and first contact?

The Mote in God’s Eye by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle

If you were fascinated by Leiber's depiction of the enigmatic Wanderer and its mysterious feline aliens, The Mote in God's Eye will captivate you with its intricate portrayal of the Moties—a truly alien civilization with its own logic and culture. The novel dives deep into humanity's attempt to understand and communicate with the unknowable.

... a sprawling ensemble cast facing global upheaval?

Stand on Zanzibar by John Brunner

If you enjoyed the way The Wanderer wove together the stories of a diverse cast as their lives intersected during a world-altering event, you'll be drawn into Stand on Zanzibar. Through a mosaic of characters ranging from corporate executives to revolutionaries, Brunner paints a panoramic view of a near-future society on the edge.

... unexpected twists and cosmic surprises?

The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut

If the unpredictable, reality-bending turns in The Wanderer kept you turning pages—like the sudden appearance of the titular planet and the way it reshapes Earth's fate—then The Sirens of Titan will delight you with its wild plot swerves, enigmatic aliens, and cosmic revelations that reframe everything you thought you knew.

... a fast-paced, cataclysmic disaster and its aftermath?

Lucifer's Hammer by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle

If you were gripped by the relentless pace and mounting tension as Earth faces destruction in The Wanderer, you'll be glued to Lucifer's Hammer. The story follows multiple characters as they scramble to survive a comet strike, with action and personal stakes driving the narrative forward at breakneck speed.

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