Mary Kassel is a Senior Lists Writer at Screen Rant and a contributor to the site's Reviews section as well. Kassel studied film and television in college and emphasizes theory and analysis in their work. Additionally, they focus this analysis on intersectionality and the experience of artists from all walks of life.
Summary Sci-fi is one of the biggest genres within speculative fiction, and it's often discussed in terms of the scientific aspects used to build the story's world. However, plenty of fantastic and well-received science fiction novels simply use elements of potential advancements or otherworldly aspects to be the delivery system for a universal and human tale. For readers hesitant to make the leap into sci-fi, these books that are lighter on science could be a great stepping stone.
1 8 Uglies Written by Scott Westerfeld Like many novels that use sci-fi as a storytelling tool, Uglies makes the case for turning away from advancing technology and returning to harmony with the natural world. Never Let Me Go won multiple awards and was highlighted as a landmark book of the early 2000s. When it was made into a film in 2010, the movie didn't have to turn down the parts of the story that relied on sci-fi, as the romances and interpersonal relationships were already elevated to the place of highest importance.
5 Ready Player One Written by Ernest Cline Close It won't be long before the virtual reality at the heart of Ready Player One is a genuine part of everyday life, as VR and AR are gaining traction in the video game industry. However, the author of Ready Player One, Ernest Cline, set out to write an escapist fantasy for younger audiences that acknowledged the growing presence of gamer culture in the media.
However, it's most deeply connected to the human issues at the heart of the story. The protagonist, George Orr, can recreate the rules and fate of the world with his dreams, and it doesn't take long for outside forces to use this ability to their advantage. It's an interesting take on the concept of utopia, as many of Orr's attempts to create a world free of prejudice and suffering ultimately backfire.
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