Books like I, Robot
30 science fiction books to read after I, Robot, by Asimov, Isaac, the closest match first.
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Singularity book 2
1. A.i. Apocalypse
by William Hertling
- On the same lists
If you are a literary snob, this book will not appeal to you, but if you are a science-fiction nerd who lists their interests as: artificial intelligence, neural networks and...
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2. The Gods Themselves (1973)
by Asimov, Isaac
- Same author
In the 2070s, a scientist realises that a sample of tungsten has turned into plutonium that cannot exist in our universe. His discovery leads to the Electron Pump, which gives...
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3. The Adolescence Of P-1
by Thomas J. Ryan
- On the same lists
Contrary to popular belief, Canadians do know more about life other than snow, hockey, poutine, and being awfully polite. They've also managed to produce Thomas J. Ryan, the author of...
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4. When Harlie Was One
by David Gerrold
- On the same lists
Ever felt like your computer was your best friend and the only person who really understood you? The only person who really listened? C'mon, I can't be the only nerd...
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5. The Caves Of Steel
by Asimov, Isaac
- Same author
Earth is overpopulated a thousand years from now. Planets outside of our solar system have been colonized and development of robots through the âpositronic brain.â In this new society, only...
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6. The End Of Eternity
by Asimov, Isaac
- Same author
Guardians of time steer history along safe paths, ultimately stagnating humanity--an example of the common theme of time police.
'Eternity' is an organization that's kind of 'above time', is that makes any sense at all. I mean, how can you be? Still, they are, and they can go here...
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7. War With The Robots
by Harry Harrison
- On the same lists
Harrison's novels were described by his friend, Irish author Michael Carroll, as rip roaring adventures with a lot of heart, comparing them to Raiders of the Lost Ark and Pirates...
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8. Soul Of A Robot
by Barrington J. Bayley
- On the same lists
In this novel a robot tries to convince humans that it is their equal.
Soul of a Robot is sweet, and funny, and ridiculous. And I mean ridiculous in the nicest possible way. The novel is like the Katy Perry of the robot world...
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I, Robot (reichert) book 2
9. I, Robot: To Protect
by Mickey Zucker Reichert
- On the same lists
Reichert's novel is amongst a trilogy of novels inspired by Asimov's I, Robot. A tough gig, I'll admit, given the hordes of hungry sci-fi, robot nerds ready to devour poor,...
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10. Foundation
by Asimov, Isaac
- Same author
Some softer elements, like FTL and antigrav cars, but otherwise a rational series.
Book Flap Description One of the great masterworks of science fiction, the Foundation novels of Isaac Asimov are unsurpassed for their unique blend of nonstop action, daring ideas, and extensive...
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Culture book 5
11. Excession
by Iain M. Banks
- On the same lists
This novel features spaceships that are sentient.
The only negative accusation that the Culture Novels series receives is that it's too complicated and detailed, with so many AI characters to remember. Now of course, we don't think...
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12. Newton's Wake
by Ken Macleod
- On the same lists
Our favorite Mad-Scotsman, Ken McLeod, crosses the genres of sci-fi, cyber-punk, space opera and post-apocalyptic fiction in Newtown's Wake, telling the story of the world after the Hard Rapture, a...
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Humanoids book 1 Start here
13. The Humanoids
by Jack Williamson
- On the same lists
Humanoids were created to serve humanity, but as they spread across the galaxy they turn out to be more master than servant. A classic exploration on the values of natural life and artificial life.
Why does Jack Williamson's The Humanoids take fourth place on our list? Only because he was named a Grand Master of Science Fiction by the Science Fiction Writers of America...
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14. Silent And Very Fast
by Valente, Catherynne M.
- On the same lists
Okay, I admit to doing a Lance Armstrong here. I've put a novella on the list. But this novella by Catherynne M. Valente is so beautifully, poetically written, with such...
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15. The Alchemy Of Stone
by Ekaterina Sedia
- On the same lists
Two women in a row on this list! This list could pretty much be recognized as an equal opportunity brand. (For the slower ones in the class, I feel I...
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16. Ilium
by Simmons, Dan
- On the same lists
Do you like original, intelligent fiction, with a hard sci-fi slant? No? Well, clearly there's something wrong with you. Google your symptoms, and get to a doctor! Personally, our prescription...
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17. The Complete Roderick
by John Sladek
- On the same lists
This book is one of my favorites on this list because of the satirical viewpoint of our western society. Roderick, the robot with learning capabilities, is educated by watching television....
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18. Robopocalypse
by Daniel H. Wilson
- On the same lists
I, for one, welcome our new overlords! (You know you're getting old when you feel you need to explain that H.G. Wells is actually behind a super-popular The Simpsons reference.)...
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Freyaverse book 1 Start here
19. Saturn's Children
- On the same lists
Stross himself calls this novel a "space opera and late period Heinlein tribute", referring to Heinlein's Friday. A Charles Stross sci-fi novel is always an entertaining read, and the cover...
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20. Code Of The Life Maker
by James P. Hogan
- On the same lists
Hogan's 1983 science fiction novel used NASA's Advanced Automation for Space Missions as its inspiration for Earth astronauts meeting the Taloids, robots who have colonized Saturn's moon Titan. Around 1,000,000...
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21. The Two Faces Of Tomorrow
by James P. Hogan
- On the same lists
The Two Faces of Tomorrow is described as a world where civilization has grown so complicated that only a world-wide computer network can control its complexity. Now, I must admit...
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22. Mockingbird
by Walter Tevis
- On the same lists
I'll give you the bad news up front: this novel has been classified as Young Adult. I know, I know - I can hear the groans already, and I don't...
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23. The Lifecycle Of Software Objects
by Ted Chiang
- On the same lists
On the list of things I thought I'd never do is: a) own a tamagotchi, and b) recommend a novel about adults playing with adorable virtual pets. While I still...
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24. How To Survive A Robot Uprising
by Daniel H. Wilson
- On the same lists
Between Romero, Max Brooks, The Walking Dead, and every second American being a "prepper", you probably know all there is about a zombie apocalypse. But are you prepared for the...
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25. Daemon
by Daniel Suarez
- On the same lists
The first of this two-part series, is a thrilling tale about a computer program that gets activated—a program that begins to unravel our hyper-connected world.
What do you get if William Gibson and Neal Stephenson had a love affair and decided to merge equal portions of their DNA in some not yet heard of pregnancy...
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26. House Of Suns
by Alastair Reynolds
- On the same lists
What are the Welsh famous for? Prior to House of Suns' rip-roaring success, it was Sean Connery, Catherine Zeta-Jones. And not much else! But in 2007, Welsh science-fiction author Alastair...
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27. The Metamorphosis Of Prime Intellect
by Roger Williams
- On the same lists
The only thing missing from making this the perfect cocktail of naughty adult pursuits is some drug taking, because there is enough sex and violence to keep everyone's inner animal...
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28. Alpha Redemption
- On the same lists
I never thought I'd be recommending Christian science-fiction with family-friendly content, but that day has come. I'm dulling the atheist in me with a good few stiff drinks as I...
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29. Destination Void
by Herbert, Frank
- On the same lists
When I think of Frank Herbert I think of a hallucinogenic world of giant worms and magic dust that gives you special abilities and powers (any wonder he didn't receive...
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30. Www: Wake
by Sawyer, Robert J.
- On the same lists
The delicious irony (or coincidence? I never know which one is appropriate and I blame Alanis Morrisette and that terrible song entirely for this confusion) about this novel is that...
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