If you were drawn to the centuries-spanning life of Lazarus Long and Heinlein’s ambitious examination of future societies in Time Enough for Love, you’ll love The Dispossessed. Le Guin’s novel follows Shevek, a brilliant physicist, across two radically different worlds—exploring philosophy, politics, and the human condition on an epic scale.

If you appreciated the philosophical musings on love, death, and what it means to be human in Time Enough for Love, you’ll find Hyperion deeply satisfying. Simmons weaves together the tales of seven pilgrims, each grappling with questions of faith, purpose, and existence in a richly layered future.

If you relished the way Heinlein explored generations, family, and shifting social norms through Lazarus Long’s many lives, you’ll be fascinated by Stand on Zanzibar. Brunner’s mosaic narrative follows a sprawling cast across a densely populated future Earth, balancing intimate character arcs with sweeping societal shifts.

If you were intrigued by Lazarus Long’s sometimes questionable ethics and his complex relationships, you’ll be captivated by Sam, the rebel protagonist of Lord of Light. Zelazny crafts a world where technology mimics divinity, and Sam’s ambiguous morality shapes the fate of an entire civilization.

If you delighted in the clever dialogue, playful anecdotes, and sardonic humor Lazarus Long dispenses in Time Enough for Love, you’ll enjoy the adventurous tone of Glory Road. Heinlein delivers a swashbuckling quest packed with wit, irreverence, and memorable one-liners from its roguish hero, Oscar.