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If you liked Market Forces, here are the top 53 books to read next:
- #1
Save:A zippy, darkly funny dystopian thriller that skewers corporate culture - wild, clever, and entertaining, but not exactly profound. Great fun if you’re in the mood for fast-paced satire, but not the best choice if you need literary depth or emotional resonance.
Hack first heard about Jennifer Government at the water-cooler. He was only there because the one on his floor was out; Legal was going to come down on Nature's Springs like a ton of shit, you could b... A quick, clever, and biting lampoon of corporate culture - light on depth, heavy on laughs. Perfect for anyone who's ever rolled their eyes at an all-hands meeting.
The Zephyr Holdings building sits nestled among the skyscrapers of Seattle's Madison Street like a big, gray brick. It is bereft of distinguishing features. You could argue that it has a certain neutr...- #3
Save:Unsettlingly relevant, quick to read, and full of twisty intrigue - The Warehouse is modern dystopian fiction at its most entertaining and alarming. Recommended if you want a smart, timely thriller that’ll make you rethink next-day shipping.
I don’t have time to write a book about my life, like everyone has been telling me I should, so this’ll have to do. A blog seems pretty fitting, doesn’t it? I haven’t been sleeping much lately, so thi... - #4
Save:In the book 'Terminal Cafe' by Ian McDonald, the story unfolds in a futuristic setting where nanotechnology has led to the reanimation of the dead as a slave labor class. The narrative follows a group of artists who gather annually on the Day of the Dead at the titular cafe in Necroville, Tijuana. The plot weaves together complex narrative threads, exploring themes of rebellion, primal urges, and the consequences of manipulating life and death. The writing style is described as lush, poetic, and filled with alliteration and haikus, creating a unique reading experience.
- #5
Save:A clever, quick, idea-rich romp through a Disney-fied future; not for everyone, but a must-read for curious sci-fi minds and fans of speculative tech societies.
My girlfriend was 15 percent of my age, and I was old-fashioned enough that it bugged me. Her name was Lil, and she was second-generation Disney World, her parents being among the original ad-hocracy... - #6
Save:A classic dystopian satire that predicted the rise of consumer culture with wit and cynicism - it's a must-read for sci-fi fans, especially those who love clever social critique.
As I dressed that morning I ran over in my mind the long list of statistics, evasions, and exaggerations that they would expect in my report. My section—Production—had been plagued with a long series... - #7
Save:A raw, thought-provoking cyberpunk thriller that stands out for its setting and character depth - perfect for those who want their sci-fi dark, smart, and unflinching.
- #8
Save:A gripping, controversial confessional that offers a provocative look at economic exploitation on the international stage. Take it with a grain of salt, but it's sure to spark a reaction - whether eye-opening or eye-rolling.
I was an only child, born into the middle class in 1945. Both my parents came from three centuries of New England Yankee stock; their strict, moralistic, staunchly Republican attitudes reflected gener... - #9
Save:A high-octane, gritty sci-fi noir set on a convincingly lived-in Mars - perfect for fans of complex antiheroes and immersive, adult storytelling. Not for the faint of heart, but a must-read if you like your sci-fi hard-boiled and unapologetically bold.
IT WAS EARLY evening when I hit the Mariner Strip, and up in the Lamina they were trying again for rain. With limited success, I’d say. Got this thin, cold stop-start drizzle weeping down out of a pap... - #10
Save:A thought-provoking, timely sci-fi political thriller with brilliant worldbuilding - be prepared for an info dump early on, but the payoff is a rewarding, intelligent page-turner that's well worth the effort.
The sign on the defunct pachinko parlor proclaims 21STCENTURY, but the style—kanji in neon outlined in individual light bulbs? Who does that?—suggests it was named at a time when that was a bold look...
