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Imagine I could only choose 5 sci fi books for a brand new sci fi reader -- what would they be?

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm not the most prolific reader, and pretty new to sci-fi books in general, but I came here to mention The Book of the New Sun (mentioned in another comments as Shadow and Claw, the first half of the series), as well as Dune. Both these books really drew me in with their world building.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

In that case, I recommend CJ Cherryh (maybe start with Downbelow Station) as she is one of the master worldbuilders. And given your selections, I'd specifically also recommend Hyperion (and Fall of Hyperion); Gnomon by Harkaway; and Anathem by Stephenson.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Thanks very much for the suggestions!