What are the best science fiction books?

Some of the great science fiction books from 2017 could include 'The Collapsing Empire' by John Scalzi. It has an interesting concept of an interstellar empire on the verge of collapse. Another might be 'Artemis' by Andy Weir, which takes place on a lunar colony and has a great story about a woman trying to make her mark in a unique environment.

Well, 'The Terraformers' by Annalee Newitz is among the top. It explores themes of environmentalism, colonialism, and what it means to shape a planet. It's a really engaging read with interesting characters. And then there's 'Light from Uncommon Stars' by Ryka Aoki. This book combines science fiction elements with music and a touch of the supernatural, creating a very distinct and captivating story.

Some of the great science fiction books from 2016 include 'Ninefox Gambit' by Yoon Ha Lee. It's a military science fiction novel with complex world - building and unique strategies. Another one could be 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead which uses a science - fiction - like concept of a literal underground railroad in a historical - yet - otherworldly setting.

One of the best science fiction books in 2019 was 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a great follow - up to 'The Handmaid's Tale', exploring more about the dystopian world she created.

Some of the best science fiction books include '1984' by George Orwell. It presents a dystopian future where the government has extreme control over people's lives. Another great one is 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley, which explores a society based on genetic engineering and conditioning.

One of the best is 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It has a richly detailed universe, complex politics, and a hero's journey that is both epic and thought - provoking.

There were several excellent 2018 science fiction books. 'An Absolutely Remarkable Thing' by Hank Green is quite notable. It tells the story of a young woman who becomes an overnight sensation after encountering a strange object. The book touches on fame, social media, and the human reaction to the unknown. Then there's 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang, which blends historical and fantasy elements in a unique way, though it also has strong science - fiction undertones in its world - building and magic systems.

Well, 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams is a must - read. It's a hilarious take on space travel and the universe. 'Ender's Game' by Orson Scott Card is also among the top. It delves into military strategy in a future where children are trained to fight off an alien threat. And 'Foundation' by Isaac Asimov, which is famous for its grand scope of a galactic empire and the science of psychohistory.

One of the great science fiction books in 2019 was 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a sequel to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and continues to explore the dystopian world she created, with complex characters and a thought - provoking plot.

One of the best 2019 science fiction books is 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a great follow - up to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and continues to explore the dystopian world in a very engaging way.