FallenKingdomReads’ list of five must-read science fiction books for fans of The Matrix.
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick
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This dystopian novel is the basis for the classic film Blade Runner, and it explores a world devastated by nuclear war where bounty hunter Rick Deckard must retire six rogue androids.
Altered Carbon by Richard K. Morgan
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In this novel, human consciousness is digitized and can be transferred between bodies, leading to an interstellar conspiracy that draws the protagonist Takeshi into a thrilling adventure.
Cyber Mage by Saad Hossain
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Set in a future Dhaka, Bangladesh, this novel follows mercenary Djibrel and cyber mage Murzak as they discover a new type of AI that could change everything.
Otherworld by Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller
This novel explores a virtual reality game that becomes all too real for protagonist Simon as he uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that could change humanity forever.
The Beholder by Ivan Amberlake
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In this novel, protagonist Jason discovers that he is the only one who can prevent darkness from enslaving the world, embarking on a journey with extraordinary powers and falling in love with the beautiful Emily.
I would definitely recommend Neuromancer (Gibson, William) -which The Matrix took many concepts including the “Matrix” name itself – and Snow crash (Stephenson, Neal), a brilliant work, my favorite Cyberpunk novel.