10 books for fans of The Martian
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Artemis
by Andy Weir
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When a small-time smuggler on the moon's only city sees the chance to commit the perfect crime, she risks everything in this clever heist novel. Weir builds a believable lunar society where economic desperation drives ordinary people to extraordinary risks.
★ 3.68 Goodreads (332.8K ratings) - 2
Project Hail Mary
by Andy Weir
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Weir combines hard science with humor as amnesiac Grace pieces together his solo mission to save Earth from microscopic invaders that devour stellar energy.
★ 4.51 Goodreads (1.4M ratings) - 3
Devoradores de estrelas
by Andy Weir, Natalie Gerhardt
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Weir's latest combines scientific problem-solving with cosmic stakes as a lone astronaut must prevent humanity's extinction from stellar parasites threatening all life.
★ 4.51 Goodreads (1.3M ratings) - 4
The Egg
by Andy Weir
Why this book?
Andy Weir's signature blend of scientific problem-solving and dark humor carries over into *The Egg*, offering that same clever, thought-provoking listening experience with R.C. Bray's compelling narration. While *The Martian* focuses on survival against cosmic odds, *The Egg* pivots to philosophical mystery, maintaining Weir's talent for making complex ideas feel intimate and urgent.
★ 4.21 Goodreads (39.0K ratings) - 5
The Collapsing Empire
The Interdependency • Book 1
by John Scalzi
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Scalzi builds a space empire dependent on interdimensional Flow streams, then watches it crumble as the physics that bind civilization start breaking down.
★ 4.13 Goodreads (60.3K ratings) - 6
The Android's Dream
The Android's Dream • Book 1
by John Scalzi
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Diplomatic relations with an alien species depend on finding a specific genetically-modified sheep before Earth faces annihilation—only Scalzi could make this work.
★ 3.99 Goodreads (24.2K ratings) - 7
Agent to the Stars
by John Scalzi
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Benevolent aliens want to make contact but face a PR nightmare: they're hideous and smell terrible, so they hire Hollywood's hottest agent to rebrand them.
★ 3.93 Goodreads (24.1K ratings) - 8
Ancient Among Us
Battle for Forever • Book 2
by Edward Savio
Why this book?
Wil Wheaton's engaging narration brings the same witty, problem-solving energy to this mystery, where an ordinary person must unravel extraordinary circumstances against the clock. Both audiobooks deliver that satisfying blend of intellect and suspense wrapped in a protagonist's distinctive voice that makes the 11-hour journey feel like a conversation with a brilliant friend.
★ 3.93 Goodreads (643 ratings) - 9
Lock In
Lock In • Book 1
by John Scalzi
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After a pandemic causes 'lock in' syndrome in millions, society adapts with neural networks and robotic bodies. Scalzi uses this setup to explore disability, technology, and what makes us human through a murder investigation.
★ 3.92 Goodreads (72.3K ratings) - 10
When the Moon Hits Your Eye
by John Scalzi
Why this book?
Wil Wheaton's energetic narration brings the same wit and humor to Scalzi's mystery that made *The Martian* so engaging, while both audiobooks balance clever problem-solving with moments of genuine tension that keep listeners invested throughout.
★ 3.78 Goodreads (18.5K ratings)