2024 Galactic Book Odyssey: A Science Fiction Genre Tour - hosted by nedens

Colonization
Embark on interstellar voyages with the Colonization subtopic, where the frontiers of space beckon humanity to new worlds and civilizations. 

In these stories, you'll explore the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of establishing colonies on distant planets. Encounter narratives that grapple with the challenges of alien environments, the complexities of creating new societies, and the ethical dilemmas of interacting with indigenous life forms. From the hopeful beginnings in Kim Stanley Robinson's 'Red Mars', depicting the terraforming and settlement of the Martian landscape, to the struggle for survival in James S.A. Corey’s 'Leviathan Wakes', set in a colonized solar system, each story offers a unique perspective on the human spirit and its relentless drive to explore and settle new frontiers. 

As you journey through these tales, prepare to confront the unknown, face the challenges of adaptation and coexistence, and experience the profound impact of expanding human civilization beyond Earth. 
All books added
Morning Star by Pierce Brown

Morning Star

Red Rising Saga #3

Pierce Brown

526 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction dystopian science fiction adventurous dark tense fast-paced
Desperate Hours by David Mack

Desperate Hours

Star Trek: Discovery #1

David Mack

9 hours, 59 minutes • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous mysterious medium-paced
The Blighted Stars by Megan E. O'Keefe

The Blighted Stars

The Devoured Worlds #1

Megan E. O'Keefe

544 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ science fiction adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced
Nemesis Games by James S.A. Corey

Nemesis Games

The Expanse #5

James S.A. Corey

18 hours, 6 minutes • first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous fast-paced
The Klingon Gambit by Robert E. Vardeman

The Klingon Gambit

Star Trek: The Original Series #3

Robert E. Vardeman

158 pages • first pub 1981 (editions) user-added

fiction science fiction adventurous medium-paced
System Collapse by Martha Wells

System Collapse

The Murderbot Diaries #7

Martha Wells

256 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous emotional funny fast-paced
Supernova by Robb Pearlman

Supernova

Star Trek: Prodigy #2

Robb Pearlman

147 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction middle grade science fiction adventurous lighthearted fast-paced
Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty

Station Eternity

The Midsolar Murders #1

Mur Lafferty

456 pages • first pub 2022 (editions)

fiction mystery science fiction funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
Elder Race by Adrian Tchaikovsky

Elder Race

Adrian Tchaikovsky

4 hours, 14 minutes • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction fantasy science fiction adventurous medium-paced
The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz

The Terraformers

Annalee Newitz

13 hours, 18 minutes • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ science fiction adventurous hopeful medium-paced