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Top 10 Underrated Science Fiction Books

"Science fiction is a genre brimming with iconic titles like Dune, Foundation, and 1984, but beyond the spotlight lies a treasure trove of lesser-known gems. These underrated sci-fi novels offer fresh perspectives, imaginative worlds, and gripping narratives that deserve more attention. Here's our list of the top 10 underrated science fiction books you need to read—perfect for fans looking to dive into something new and extraordinary." Author not listed.

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The Left Hand of Darkness (Ursula K. Le Guin)
The Left Hand of Darkness
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Ursula K. Le Guin
Roadside Picnic (Boris and Arkady Sturgatsky)
Roadside Picnic
2
Boris and Arkady Sturgatsky
Blindsight (Peter Watts)
Blindsight
3
Peter Watts
The Dispossessed (Ursula K. Le Guin)
The Dispossessed
4
Ursula K. Le Guin
A Fire Upon the Deep (Vernor Vinge)
A Fire Upon the Deep
5
Vernor Vinge
The Lathe of Heaven (Ursula K. Le Guin)
The Lathe of Heaven
6
Ursula K. Le Guin
The Sparrow (Mary Doria Russell)
The Sparrow
7
Mary Doria Russell
Lord of Light (Roger Zelazny)
Lord of Light
8
Roger Zelazny
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet (Becky Chambers)
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet
9
Becky Chambers
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