It's really difficult to compile a list of the top science fiction novels for novice readers. Since the genre features so many diverse types of art from throughout the world, there are plenty of alternatives.
Sci-fi novels, in my experience, are often rather straightforward to get into, but if the storyline is too complicated, new readers may get lost. The genre often includes a number of alternative and dystopian ideas that may not exist in our reality. For novices or readers who are comparatively younger, it is thus ideal to go through a reasonably simple narrative that is nonetheless interesting.
All of the books on this chronologically arranged list are excellent choices for sci-fi fans of all ages looking to get into the genre.
Frankenstein
Picture courtesy of Penguin ClassicsFrankenstein is a sci-fi classic in every sense and one of my first sci-fi book reading recollections. The original writings of Mary Shelley serve as a witness to the consequences of excessive modification. It's important to keep in mind that, despite advancements in science since the 1800s, humanity should not attempt to play god. The beloved work has been turned into cartoons, films, TV shows, and has served as an inspiration for several fan fiction works.
The War of the WorldsPicture courtesy of Tor BooksYou may choose any book by the great science fiction author of the classical times, H.G. Wells, which is one of my favorites. The War of the Worlds has a special place since it presents aliens in a completely different light. Their invasion of Earth was limited to taking human hostages and plundering the globe for natural resources. The tale has also been made into television shows and films throughout the years, all of which have had some degree of success.
I, RobotPhoto courtesy of Harper Voyager.Love science fiction literature and short stories? I, Robot will make the ideal starting partner for you. The fabled author Isaac Asimov first published his tales with several publications. It's interesting that Asimov decided to focus his novels on the twenty-first century, because there are some unsettling parallels between his works and the state of the world now. The tales all touch on the distinctions between humans and machines and how they must balance their coexistence, even though they may all be appreciated as stand-alone works.
Neuromancer
Picture courtesy of Penguin Random HouseAfter reading Neuromancer I was unaware that William Gibson wrote it for the first time (I never would have imagined that it was in 1985!). Gibson's multi-award winning first book greatly influenced the cyberpunk subgenre. When I was younger, I really enjoyed how the plot connected to the The Matrix films, which drew extensively on and other similar works.Neuromancer. A lot of future ideas and an exploration of the full potential of supercomputers are to be expected, but Gibson's masterwork makes it all extremely clear for the reader.
Ender's Game
Tor Science Fiction provided the image.I really enjoyed every page of this magnificent opera, which has a dream narrative that blends space exploration, military action, and science fiction. The Game of Ender focuses on Ender, a small kid who is taught from an early age to be the final chance for humanity in a fight against the extraterrestrial Formics, who resemble insects. Along the journey, Ender must handle psychological problems resulting from being raised for war by adults as well as conflicts between other Battle School applicants. From beginning to conclusion, this story is amazing, and you can get the volumes anywhere in the globe.
A Dinosaur Park
Picture courtesy of PenguinWith a focus more on animals than space or neon, this is a totally different voyage from the other books on this list. Jurassic Park is a work of vision. Although humans have always aspired to be gods, the first fiction saw them resurrecting ancient dinosaurs. It turns out that creating a dinosaur zoo may lead to a number of issues. The book was later made into a movie, which is a decent adaptation of the book, but the original work is still worth reading since it contains even more information and value.
The Martian
Picture sourced from Amazon The Martian is now his most well-known novel, helped along by the box office success of the companion film. Being abandoned anywhere is bad, but when it's the Red Planet and you have the barest necessities for survival, things grow much worse. Because Mark Watney has to fight every day until he is rescued, you want to support him on his adventure. The Martian is a fascinating glimpse at what it may actually be like to survive in space, as well as a great testimonial to the real-life dangers that our astronauts and space explorers take.
Leviathan Wakes
Photograph by OrbitCall me prejudiced, but the The Expanse trilogy is a must-have on any list of science fiction literature. The Dawn of Leviathan is the starting point of everything, a well-known story of treachery, corruption, and power. The Earth, Mars, and OPA are the three primary factions in the future scenario. Everything begins with the wreckage of the Canterbury hauler, which causes the Milky Way to become more dissented. But there's more to the narrative than meets the eye—a plot involving an unidentified organic growth that spreads death along its path. Although Leviathan Wakes is an excellent science fiction novel on its own, there are further books in the The Expanse series that continue the plot.
Evergreens
Picture courtesy of Pan BooksBlake Crouch's portfolio includes an impressive collection of science fiction books, including Pines is a fantastic fusion of post-apocalyptic survival and science fiction. But this isn't your typical stuff, and initially, Pines will seem like a more enigmatic time-traveler. The main character, Ethan Blake, survives an accident and learns there is no way out of Wayward Pines. Although the location seems pleasant at first, there is a very sinister conspiracy underway, which the first book in the trilogy lays out for readers to discover.
Scythe
Walker Books provided the imageCutlass is much easier to read than some of the other items on this list. Scythe, a 2016 novel by Shusterman, explores an alternative history in which illness and death have faded into the past. Still, the population must be controlled, and the disagreeable task of doing so falls to the Scythedom. Rowan and Cintra, who are selected as apprentices to join Scythedom, are the main characters of the first book. But it's against the law to have two apprentices, which sparks the start of a complex scheme. Shusterman has published two additional books, making a trilogy.
