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Books I still think about years later, part 3
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items Ever stop and stare at the wall after finishing a book? Or just close your eyes? Or cry? If you strive to read the best the world has to offer, sometimes you just need to take a minute to process and move on. Look below and find your next excuse to t...
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For dystopians
For sci-fi nerds
For gamers
For dystopians
Sometimes a bit of slow chaos is just what we need
It's never too late to read this one. The book is too prophetic to pass up. I truly encourage you to see for yourself why Orwell is so prolific.
1984 - George Orwell
Whether you've seen the movie or not, read this book. Absolute cult classic. Plot twists so shocking and satisfying.
Fight Club - Chuck Palahniuk
Believe it or not, the book is indeed better than the movie. I finished this one in a few days. No wonder Spielberg took such an interest.
Jurassic Park - Michael Crichton
Read this one for school. Had no idea what I was in for. Incredible post-apocalyptic story which keeps things refreshingly simple.
The Road - Cormac McCarthy
Back when zombie stories felt fresh. I adore the format and perspective changes throughout this book. Don't let the movie shape your memory of this story.
World War Z - Max Brooks
Subtle in how it lures you in with a sense of concern and then slowly unwinds a wild reality. Highly recommend.
The Giver - Lois Lowry
For sci-fi nerds
Required reading if you're into 80s sci-fi. This book stands on its own in my mind. Dazzlingly descriptive and unique. Scratches that VR spot nicely.
Neuromancer - William Gibson
This story has captivated and inspired countless people, including me. HAL 9000 proves more relevant than ever in today's AI-infused environment.
2001: A Space Odyssey - Arthur C. Clarke
Doesn't hold your hand. But, thanks to remarkable translation work, the story holds up and blew my English-speaking mind. People are talking about this book for good reason.
The Three-Body Problem - Cixin Liu
Helped recapture my imagination concerning the Moon. Loved the space drama. Weir is cementing himself as a staple in this genre.
Artemis - Andy Weir
I hope you have a sense of humor because this book is possibly the funniest I've ever read.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams
For gamers
See your favorite worlds and characters in ink
Possibly my favorite video game franchise of all time, so of course I read the book. Loved every second of it – the literary art deco, the backstory, the gore, all of it.
BioShock: Rapture - John Shirley
Unpopular opinion: Infinite was the best one. Getting a bit more of that Daisy Fitzroy narrative was a great expansion on the storyline from the game.
BioShock Infinite: Mind in Revolt - Joe Fielder
I was MASSIVELY into Oblivion, so this book was a logical fit. Not a direct game tie-in, but still worth the read, both for some lore and for a disturbing story.
The Infernal City - Greg Keyes
Like many, I relished the stealth shooters of the mid-to-late 2000s. Getting to learn more about Sam Fisher and his adventures scratched that old itch.
Splinter Cell - David Michaels
I was floored by the level of thought and detail which went into this book. Seriously, the references go layers deep and appeal to all levels of nerds. All-around fun story to read.
Ready Player One by Ernest Cline
I'll be honest and say I never played S.T.A.L.K.E.R., but I absolutely loved this novel. Eerie story and themes with highly memorable events.
Roadside Picnic - Arkady Strugatsky
The book follows the plot of the game pretty closely, so think of this one as a way to relive and enhance the game's experience. Still, if you're like me and fell in love with Kojima's world-building, then this one is for you.
Death Stranding - Hitori Nojima