FallenKingdomReads’ list of 5 Science Fiction Books That Will Make You Believe in the Power of Love.
The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
Henry, a time-traveler, and his wife Clare must navigate the complexities of their relationship as he jumps through time, experiencing their lives out of order.
The Host by Stephenie Meyer
When an alien race takes over Earth, one human host and her alien counterpart must navigate their shared consciousness and the threats posed by those who seek to destroy them.
Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card
As a gifted child soldier, Ender Wiggin learns the true meaning of love and sacrifice as he trains to fight against an alien invasion.
The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin
A human envoy is sent to a planet where gender is fluid and must navigate the complexities of love and attraction in a society that has no fixed gender identity.
Contact by Carl Sagan
A scientist makes contact with an extraterrestrial civilization and must reconcile her scientific beliefs with her personal experiences, including falling in love with a fellow researcher.