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Trouble and Her Friends by Melissa Scott

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In Trouble and Her Friends, did you enjoy ...

... goal-driven cyberpunk missions?

Glasshouse by Charles Stross

If you loved Trouble's high-stakes digital infiltration and the sense of a protagonist on a mission, Glasshouse will grab you with its breakneck plot. Follow Robin, who volunteers for an experimental society but soon finds himself fighting for his identity and survival in a future where the boundaries of self, memory, and reality are constantly shifting.

... diverse queer characters navigating future societies?

China Mountain Zhang by Maureen F. McHugh

If the queer representation and richly imagined cultural diversity in Trouble and Her Friends resonated with you, China Mountain Zhang offers a nuanced exploration of identity. You'll follow Zhang, a gay Chinese-American engineer, as he finds his place in a future dominated by China, encountering an array of memorable characters and perspectives.

... deeply immersive cyberpunk worlds with social themes?

Synners by Pat Cadigan

If you were drawn to the detailed virtual landscapes and the way Trouble and Her Friends explores how technology shapes society, Synners will captivate you with its visionary take on the merging of human consciousness and technology. The vivid worldbuilding and intricate plotlines make for a thrilling, immersive read.

... capable, complex women forging their own paths?

The Steerswoman by Rosemary Kirstein

If Trouble's intelligence, skill, and determination inspired you, you'll love Rowan in The Steerswoman. Rowan's relentless curiosity and resourcefulness drive her to uncover the secrets of her world, facing dangers with the same grit and independence that make Trouble so compelling.

... queer and outsider protagonists navigating alien worlds?

Midnight Robber by Nalo Hopkinson

If you appreciated Trouble's journey as an outsider in a strange, often hostile environment, Midnight Robber offers a powerful story of Tan-Tan, a girl cast out from society and forced to survive in an alien world. The novel weaves themes of exile, identity, and resilience with a distinctive, lyrical style.

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