Political Intrigue

1984

George Orwell · Literary Fiction

"Big Brother is Watching You." In a world where truth is dictated by the Party, freedom is slavery, and war is peace, Winston Smith dares to think…

dystopian society · psychological thriller · political intrigue · survival

Blood Over Bright Haven

M. L. Wang · Fantasy

**Magic has made the city of Tiran an industrial utopia, but magic has a cost—and the collectors have come calling.** An orphan since the age of…

grimdark · political intrigue · quest · morally grey character · chosen one

Brimstone

Callie Hart · Romance

**Duty. Blood. Honour. Power.** Saeris Fane doesn't want power. The very last thing she needs is her name whispered on an entire court's lips, but…

dark romance · possessive romance · paranormal romance · chosen one · political intrigue · high stakes survival

Babel

R. F Kuang · Fantasy

From award-winning author R. F. Kuang comes Babel, a thematic response to The Secret History and a tonal retort to Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell…

dark academia · political intrigue · morally grey character · revenge plot · magic academy

The Poet Empress

Shen Tao · Fantasy

Debut author Shen Tao introduces readers to the lush, deadly world of The Poet Empress, a sweeping, epic and intimate fantasy perfect for fans of The…

forbidden romance · political intrigue · slow burn

Mistborn

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

For a thousand years ashes have fallen from the sky.

chosen one · heist · political intrigue · enemies to lovers · slow burn · found family · magic academy

Dune

Frank Herbert · Sci-Fi

Set on the desert planet Arrakis, Dune is the story of the boy Paul Atreides, heir to a noble family tasked with ruling an inhospitable world where…

space opera · chosen one · quest · political intrigue

Brave New World

Aldous Huxley · Literary Fiction

Aldous Huxley's "Brave New World" presents a chilling vision of a dystopian future characterized by the pervasive influence of technology and state…

dystopian society · political intrigue

Animal Farm

George Orwell · Literary Fiction

Animal Farm is a brilliant political satire and a powerful and affecting story of revolutions and idealism, power and corruption.

political intrigue · morally grey character

The Book of Fallen Leaves

A. S. Tamaki · Fantasy

Shogun meets Game of Thrones in the blockbuster epic fantasy event of the year.

historical fiction · political intrigue · revenge plot

Red City

Marie Lu · Fantasy

The Godfather meets The Magicians in the sweeping adult debut from #1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu.

dark romance · urban fantasy · enemies to lovers · political intrigue · morally grey character

The House in the Cerulean Sea

TJ Klune · Fantasy

Linus is an uptight caseworker with a heart of gold working for the department in charge of magical youth.

found family · urban fantasy · cozy vibes · political intrigue

A Trade of Blood

Robert Jackson Bennett · Mystery & Thriller

Eccentric yet brilliant detective Ana Dolabra must prove a man's innocence to stop a civil war in the third book of the series that began with the…

political intrigue · cat and mouse

The Unicorn Hunters

Katherine Arden · Fantasy

Anne of Brittany was a child when her land was invaded, her castle besieged, and her royal father driven to his death.

forbidden romance · historical fiction · enemies to lovers · political intrigue

The Hero of Ages

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

This book is not only the third book in a trilogy, but it’s Act Three of the the three-act structure for the Mistborn Trilogy—it’s the part of the…

heist · political intrigue · grimdark · twist ending · chosen one

Jade War

Fonda Lee · Fantasy

The Kaul siblings' battle with rival clans reaches new heights in the heart-pounding continuation of the Green Bone Saga, an epic trilogy about…

revenge plot · political intrigue

The Pillars of the Earth

Ken Follett · Literary Fiction

The Pillars of the Earth is a historical novel by Welsh author Ken Follett published in 1989 about the building of a cathedral in the fictional town…

historical fiction · political intrigue · found family

The Left Hand of Darkness

Ursula K. Le Guin · Sci-Fi

[Comment by Kim Stanley Robinson, on The Guardian's website][1]: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K Le Guin (1969) > One of my favorite novels…

space opera · coming of age · political intrigue · first contact

Royal Assassin

Robin Hobb · Fantasy

Young Fitz, the illegitimate son of the noble Prince Chivalry, is ignored by all royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has had him tutored him…

political intrigue · revenge plot · quest · trauma recovery · survival

Jade Legacy

Fonda Lee · Fantasy

Jade, the mysterious and magical substance once exclusive to the Green Bone warriors of Kekon, is now coveted throughout the world.

found family · redemption arc · political intrigue

The Blade Itself

Joe Abercrombie · Fantasy

Logen Ninefingers, infamous barbarian, has finally run out of luck.

grimdark · morally grey character · redemption arc · political intrigue

Foundation

Isaac Asimov · Sci-Fi

One of the great masterworks of science fiction, the Foundation novels of Isaac Asimov are unsurpassed for their unique blend of nonstop action,…

space opera · political intrigue · quest · chosen one

Rain of Shadows and Endings

Melissa K. Roehrich · Fantasy

A world the gods forgot. Of all the worlds and life they created, the gods favored their children the most. But with that favor came the fear that…

dark academia · chosen one · quest · magic academy · political intrigue

The Well of Ascension

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

The impossible has been accomplished.

heist · political intrigue · chosen one · found family · high stakes survival

Rose in Chains

Julie Soto · Fantasy

The war is over, the dark forces have won, and the hero who was supposed to save them is dead.

enemies to lovers · dark romance · forbidden romance · magic academy · political intrigue

A Game of Thrones

George R. R. Martin · Fantasy

***A Game of Thrones*** is the inaugural novel in ***A Song of Ice and Fire***, an epic series of fantasy novels crafted by the American author…

political intrigue · dark academia · morally grey character · revenge plot

Gardens of the Moon

Steven Erikson · Fantasy

The opening chapter in an epic fantasy masterpiece....Bled dry by interminable warfare, infighting and bloody confrontations with Lord Anomander Rake…

grimdark · high stakes survival · political intrigue · found family

Oathbringer

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

**The eagerly awaited sequel to the #1 *New York Times* bestselling *Words of Radiance*, from epic fantasy author Brandon Sanderson, at the top of…

chosen one · quest · political intrigue · found family

A Song of Ice and Fire Boxed Set

George R. R. Martin · Fantasy

George R.R. Martin's A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE -- the story so far. The greatest epic work of the modern age is now available in a collectible box set.…

grimdark · political intrigue · revenge plot · found family

Reckless

Lauren Roberts · Fantasy

**Paedyn and Kai battle with duty and desire in this highly anticipated second installment in the sizzling and epic romantic fantasy trilogy that’s…

slow burn · forbidden romance · love triangle · quest · political intrigue

Howling Dark

Christopher Ruocchio · Sci-Fi

"Hadrian Marlowe is lost. For half a century, he has searched the farther suns for the lost planet of Vorgossos, hoping to find a way to contact the…

grimdark · space opera · quest · political intrigue · first contact

Warbreaker

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

By using "breath" and drawing upon the color in everyday objects, all manner of miracles and mischief can be accomplished.

quest · slow burn · forbidden romance · political intrigue

Good People

Patmeena Sabit · Literary Fiction

“Good People is a stunning read.

historical fiction · political intrigue · trauma recovery

The Grapes of Wrath

John Steinbeck · Literary Fiction

Steinbeck’s classic novel of the Great Depression is as vivid now as ever.

historical fiction · survival · coming of age · political intrigue

Grave Empire

Richard Swan · Fantasy

From critically acclaimed author Richard Swan, Grave Empire begins the epic tale of an empire on the verge of industrial revolution, where sorcery…

grimdark · revenge plot · political intrigue · dystopian society

Fallen City

Adrienne Young · Fantasy

In the great walled city of Isara, political turmoil ignites a rebellion one hundred years in the making.

forbidden romance · slow burn · political intrigue · love triangle

The Pretender

Jo Harkin · Literary Fiction

A sweeping historical novel in the vein of Hilary Mantel and Maggie O’Farrell set during the time of the Tudors’ ascent.

historical fiction · secret identity · political intrigue · coming of age

The Blackfire Blade

James Logan · Fantasy

Winter has come early to Korslakov, City of Spires, and Lukan Gardova has arrived with it.

quest · cat and mouse · political intrigue

The Grace of Kings

Ken Liu · Fantasy

Emperor Mapidere was the first to unite the island kingdoms of Dara under a single banner.

political intrigue · quest · chosen one

The Lion Women of Tehran

Marjan Kamali · Literary Fiction

When Homa, a girl from her childhood, reappears in her privileged world, Ellie, amidst Iran's political turmoil, joins her in pursuing their goals…

coming of age · historical fiction · political intrigue · trauma recovery

Universality

Natasha Brown · Literary Fiction

Late one night on a Yorkshire farm, in the midst of an illegal rave, a young man is nearly bludgeoned to death with a solid gold bar.

unreliable narrator · political intrigue · psychological thriller

The Overstory

Richard Powers · Literary Fiction

*The Overstory* unfolds in concentric rings of interlocking fable that range from antebellum New York to the late-twentieth-century Timber Wars of…

historical fiction · political intrigue · multiple timelines

The Infinite State

Richard Swan · Sci-Fi

In this blistering science fiction epic, international bestselling author Richard Swan presents a thrilling tale of survival and an eviscerating…

dystopian society · political intrigue · survival · psychological thriller

Chain-Gang All-Stars

Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah · Sci-Fi

She felt their eyes, all those executioners… Loretta Thurwar and Hamara “Hurricane Staxxx” Stacker are the stars of the Chain-Gang All-Stars, the…

dystopian society · high stakes survival · political intrigue · revenge plot

The Ragpicker King

Cassandra Clare · Fantasy

In the epic follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Sword Catcher, praised by George R.

enemies to lovers · slow burn · political intrigue

The Handmaid's Tale

Margaret Atwood · Sci-Fi

The Handmaid's Tale is a dystopian novel by Canadian author Margaret Atwood, published in 1985.

dystopian society · survival · political intrigue · high stakes survival

Demon in White

Christopher Ruocchio · Sci-Fi

The third novel of the galaxy-spanning Sun Eater series merges the best of space opera and epic fantasy.

space opera · quest · political intrigue · demons

The Bridge Kingdom

Danielle L. Jensen · Fantasy

A warrior princess trained in isolation, Lara is driven by two certainties.

enemies to lovers · slow burn · political intrigue · forbidden romance · forced proximity

The Winter King

Bernard Cornwell · Literary Fiction

Uther, the High King of Britain, has died, leaving the infant Mordred as his only heir.

historical fiction · quest · political intrigue

Invisible Man

Ralph Ellison · Literary Fiction

Invisible Man is the story of a young black man from the South who does not fully understand racism in the world.

coming of age · anti hero · morally grey character · political intrigue

Dune Messiah

Frank Herbert · Sci-Fi

**Book Two in the Magnificent Dune Chronicles—the Bestselling Science Fiction Adventure of All Time** Dune Messiah continues the story of Paul…

space opera · grimdark · political intrigue · morally grey character

The Ice Angels

Caroline Mitchell · Mystery & Thriller

The first in a new crime series with Nordic-noir elements featuring a compelling woman detective, for fans of Lisa Jewell and Stieg Larsson, by a two…

psychological thriller · revenge plot · political intrigue · twist ending

Next of Kin

Kia Abdullah · Mystery & Thriller

“Abdullah’s legal thrillers make John Grisham seem like a maiden aunt.” Sunday Times Crime Club “An enthralling, heartbreaking and thrilling…

political intrigue · psychological thriller · twist ending

Light Bringer

Pierce Brown · Sci-Fi

The Reaper is a legend, more myth than man: the savior of worlds, the leader of the Rising, the breaker of chains.

space opera · grimdark · revenge plot · anti hero · political intrigue

The Jasmine Throne

Tasha Suri · Fantasy

A. Chakraborty, author of the The City of Brass). Exiled by her despotic brother, princess Malini spends her days dreaming of vengeance while…

slow burn · political intrigue · found family · magic academy · quest

Birth of a Dynasty

Chinaza Bado · Fantasy

Combining the political intrigue of SHE WHO BECAME THE SUN with the gorgeous world-building of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE, BIRTH OF A DYNASTY is the…

political intrigue · chosen one · magic academy

Memories of Ice

Steven Erikson · Fantasy

The Pannion Domin is sweeping across the land, ravaging anything and anyone that refuses to heed the word of its elusive prophet, the Pannion Seer,…

grimdark · quest · political intrigue

Rhythm of War

Brandon Sanderson · Fantasy

The eagerly awaited sequel to the #1 New York Times bestselling Oathbringer, from epic fantasy author Brandon Sanderson After forming a coalition…

chosen one · quest · political intrigue · found family

Our Vicious Oaths

N.E. Davenport · Fantasy

"An instant romantasy classic!" -- Katee Robert, New York Times bestselling author Enter a new world of romantic fantasy from award-winning author…

enemies to lovers · slow burn · political intrigue · fae

The Wall of Storms

Ken Liu · Fantasy

One of the Time 100 Best Fantasy Books Of All Time In the much-anticipated sequel to the “magnificent fantasy epic” (NPR) Grace of Kings, Emperor…

quest · political intrigue · revenge plot · high stakes survival

Heat of the Everflame

Penn Cole · Fantasy

The third book in the Kindred's Curse Saga, a four-book epic fantasy romance series.

dark academia · slow burn · political intrigue · high stakes survival

Five Broken Blades

Mai Corland · Fantasy

The instant New York Times bestseller It’s the season for treason...

grimdark · heist · revenge plot · cat and mouse · political intrigue

The Appeal

John Grisham · Mystery & Thriller

Carl Trudeau is very unhappy that the Mississippi court system has ruled against his chemical company.

revenge plot · political intrigue · high stakes survival

The Justice of Kings

Richard Swan · Fantasy

Action, intrigue, and magic collide in this epic fantasy following Sir Konrad Vonvalt, an Emperor's Justice, who is a detective, judge, and…

political intrigue · quest · revenge plot · grimdark · cat and mouse

The Bone Shard Daughter

Andrea Stewart · Fantasy

The Bone Shard Daughter is an unmissable fantasy debut from a major new voice in epic fantasy — a stunning tale of magic, mystery, and revolution in…

revenge plot · chosen one · political intrigue

Wolf Hall

Hilary Mantel · Literary Fiction

Wolf Hall (2009) is a historical novel by English author Hilary Mantel, published by Fourth Estate, named after the Seymour family's seat of…

historical fiction · political intrigue · morally grey character

The Faith of Beasts

James S. A. Corey · Sci-Fi

James S. A. Corey's Expanse series has sold more than 12 million copies worldwide and has been translated into more than 23 languages, establishing…

space opera · political intrigue · survival

Shōgun

James Clavell · Literary Fiction

After Englishman John Blackthorne is lost at sea, he awakens in a place few Europeans know of and even fewer have seen--Nippon.

historical fiction · fish out of water · political intrigue · survival

Gliff

Ali Smith · Literary Fiction

From a literary master, a moving and genre-bending story about our era-spanning search for meaning and knowingAn uncertain near-future.

dystopian society · magical realism · portal fantasy · political intrigue

The Thorn Queen

Sasha Peyton Smith · Fantasy

Wed to one brother. In love with the other. Bridgerton, The Selection, and The Cruel Prince collide in this Victorian-inspired romantasy; the sequel…

enemies to lovers · forbidden romance · love triangle · political intrigue · fae

Blood & Betrayals

Alexis Rune · Fantasy

Power flows through the ancient halls of Avalon University like a neverending flood.

dark academia · magic academy · political intrigue

Ship of Destiny

Robin Hobb · Fantasy

Robin Hobb has established herself as one of the masters of fantasy fiction And nowhere is that more apparent than in this powerful, poignant,…

quest · survival · found family · political intrigue

Verity Guild

Mai Corland · Fantasy

High Priestess Kerasea Vestal has spent her life hiding the truth—that she’s the last surviving heir of the magical bloodline the republic…

dark academia · political intrigue · secret identity · chosen one · redemption arc

Daughter of the Empire

Raymond E. Feist · Fantasy

Mara, a young, untested Ruling Lady of Kelewan, is called upon to lead her people in a heroic stuggle for survival.

historical fiction · political intrigue · revenge plot

The Winds of Winter

George R.R. Martin · Fantasy

The sixth book in George R. R. Martin's critically acclaimed, world wide best-selling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE - the inspiration behind HBO's…

grimdark · political intrigue · quest · multiple timelines

The Sisters of Book Row

Shelley Noble · Literary Fiction

From bestselling author Shelley Noble comes a gripping and timely historical novel of books, banning, and the women who helped save New York’s famed…

historical fiction · found family · political intrigue

The Twisted Throne

Danielle L. Jensen · Fantasy

In the fifth novel of the thrilling Bridge Kingdom series, a princess promised in marriage falls for the wrong brother, and their forbidden love…

forbidden romance · slow burn · political intrigue · love triangle · quest

Long Time Gone

Charlie Donlea · Mystery & Thriller

On the first day of an elite two-year fellowship, Sloan Hastings receives a research assignment in the emerging field of forensic genealogy.

psychological thriller · missing person · small town · political intrigue · cat and mouse

Nonesuch

Francis Spufford · Literary Fiction

A spellbinding tale about an ambitious young woman who must thwart an occult plot by time-traveling fascists during the chaos of the London…

historical fiction · time travel · political intrigue · twist ending

Sublimation

Isabel J. Kim · Sci-Fi

Doppelgangers, corporate intrigue, heartbreak, betrayal, and the harsh permanence of the border: Sublimation is a thrilling and provocative debut for…

dystopian society · psychological thriller · political intrigue · morally grey character

Best Served Cold

Joe Abercrombie · Fantasy

War may be hell, but for Monza Murcatto, a solider of considerable fortune; it's a damn good way of making money too.

grimdark · revenge plot · morally grey character · anti hero · political intrigue

Honor & Heresy

Max Francis · Fantasy

Northgard has known war for far too long, but the city's plight has just begun.Roy Dawnseve, heir to Dawnseve Manor, cares more for philosophy than…

dark academia · redemption arc · coming of age · political intrigue

Slow Horses

Mick Herron · Mystery & Thriller

London, England: Slough House is where the washed-up MI5 spies go to while away what's left of their failed careers.

cat and mouse · political intrigue · unreliable narrator

Disquiet Gods

Christopher Ruocchio · Sci-Fi

The sixth novel of the galaxy-spanning Sun Eater series merges the best of space opera and epic fantasy, as Hadrian Marlowe continues down a path…

space opera · grimdark · revenge plot · anti hero · political intrigue

Where the Axe Is Buried

Ray Nayler · Sci-Fi

All systems fail. All societies crumble. All worlds end. In the authoritarian Federation, there is a plot to assassinate and replace the President, a…

dystopian society · psychological thriller · political intrigue · survival

The City of Brass

S. A. Chakraborty · Fantasy

"Step into The City of Brass, the spellbinding debut from S.

political intrigue · quest · forbidden romance · demons

A Court This Cruel and Lovely

Stacia Stark · Fantasy

THE FIRST BOOK IN A SERIES FULL OF ADDICTIVE ROMANCE AND POLITICAL INTRIGUE BY BESTSELLING AUTHOR STACIA STARK This slow burn, enemies-to-lovers is…

enemies to lovers · slow burn · political intrigue · forbidden romance

A Song of Legends Lost

M. H. Ayinde · Fantasy

“The exhilarating must-read fantasy debut of the year.” —Tasha Suri, World Fantasy Award–winning author An unforgettable tale of revenge and…

revenge plot · chosen one · political intrigue · high stakes survival

The Wicked King

Holly Black · Fantasy

The enchanting and bloodthirsty sequel to the New York Times bestselling novel The Cruel Prince.

enemies to lovers · dark academia · grimdark · fae · political intrigue · morally grey character

Princess of Blood

Sarah Hawley · Fantasy

Once a servant, now a princess, a young woman thrust into power challenges everything about the underground Fae realm in the spellbinding sequel to…

enemies to lovers · slow burn · fae · political intrigue · chosen one · dark romance

King of Scars

Leigh Bardugo · Fantasy

Nikolai Lantsov has always had a gift for the impossible.

dark academia · grimdark · morally grey character · redemption arc · political intrigue

A Day of Breath

Darby Cox · Fantasy

A dark and imaginative fantasy filled with demons and religious conspiracy, A Day of Breath is a perfect read for fans of Naomi Novik and N.K.

dark academia · grimdark · demons · political intrigue · trauma recovery

Before They Are Hanged

Joe Abercrombie · Fantasy

Superior Glokta has a problem. How do you defend a city surrounded by enemies and riddled with traitors, when your allies can by no means be trusted,…

grimdark · morally grey character · political intrigue · survival · high stakes survival

Mad Ship

Robin Hobb · Fantasy

In the second breathtaking volume of Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders trilogy, a new tide of glory and terror sweeps forward the story of the Vestrit…

found family · quest · high stakes survival · political intrigue

The Councillor

E. J. Beaton · Fantasy

When the death of Iron Queen Sarelin Brey fractures the realm of Elira, Lysande Prior, the palace scholar and the queen's closest friend, is…

dark academia · political intrigue · morally grey character · quest · cat and mouse

Gormenghast

Mervyn Peake · Fantasy

A young earl's future in a sprawling castle could be changed by a feral girl and a cunning servant in this acclaimed gothic fantasy trilogy's second…

grimdark · gothic atmosphere · dark academia · political intrigue · morally grey character

Pretenders to the Throne of God

Adrian Tchaikovsky · Fantasy

Arthur C. Clarke winner and Sunday Times bestseller returns to a world steeped in magic – and the Tyrant Philosophers' campaign to bring reason,…

grimdark · political intrigue · morally grey character

The War Beyond

Andrea Stewart · Fantasy

In this thrilling sequel to the Sunday Times bestseller The Gods Below, loyalties will be tested, long-lost secrets will be revealed, and two sisters…

grimdark · revenge plot · political intrigue · found family

When the Moon Hits Your Eye

John Scalzi · Sci-Fi

John Scalzi flies you to the moon with his most fantastic tale to date: When the Moon Hits Your Eye The moon has turned into cheese.

space opera · high stakes survival · political intrigue

This Brutal Moon

Bethany Jacobs · Sci-Fi

Bethany Jacobs returns with the thrilling conclusion to The Kindom Trilogy that began with the Philip K.

space opera · revenge plot · high stakes survival · political intrigue

Ashes of Man

Christopher Ruocchio · Sci-Fi

The fifth novel of the galaxy-spanning Sun Eater series merges the best of space opera and epic fantasy, as Hadrian Marlowe continues down a path…

space opera · revenge plot · political intrigue · high stakes survival

A Memory Called Empire

Arkady Martine · Sci-Fi

Won the 2020 Hugo for Best Novel.

space opera · political intrigue · twist ending

Empire of the Damned

Jay Kristoff · Fantasy

From holy cup comes holy light; The faithful hands sets world aright.

grimdark · revenge plot · political intrigue · quest · anti hero

The Words of Kings and Prophets

Shauna Lawless · Fantasy

THE BRILLIANT NEW GAEL SONG NOVEL FROM SHAUNA LAWLESS, THE LAND OF THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, AVAILABLE NOW!

political intrigue · historical fiction · grimdark · fae

Mistress of the Empire

Raymond E. Feist · Fantasy

Lady Mara of the Acoma clan, named Servant of the Empire by Ichindar, Emperor of the Tsuranuanni, whom she has raised from figurehead to true ruler,…

political intrigue · quest

The Daevabad Trilogy

S. A. Chakraborty · Fantasy

grimdark · political intrigue · enemies to lovers · found family · quest

The Wars of Light and Shadows

Janny Wurts · Fantasy

quest · magic academy · political intrigue

Guards! Guards!

Terry Pratchett · Fantasy

Here there be dragons ... and the denizens of Ankh-Morpork wish one huge firebreather would return from whence it came. Long believed extinct, a…

cozy vibes · found family · political intrigue

The Tempest Blade

Danielle L. Jensen · Fantasy

In the searing finale to the iconic Bridge Kingdom series, the battle for Ithicana comes to an epic conclusion—from the #1 New York Times bestselling…

quest · chosen one · high stakes survival · revenge plot · political intrigue

A Song for Arbonne

Guy Gavriel Kay · Fantasy

Based on the troubadour culture that rose in Provence during the High Middle Ages, this panoramic, absorbing novel beautifully creates an alternate…

forbidden romance · enemies to lovers · political intrigue · quest · historical fiction

The Bone Shard Emperor

Andrea Stewart · Fantasy

In this action-packed magical fantasy epic, a heroine at the head of a powerful empire confronts a raging battle as she’s forced to do whatever it…

political intrigue · chosen one · high stakes survival · grimdark

Golden Fool

Robin Hobb · Fantasy

Taking up residence at Buckkeep as a spy, FitzChivalry Farseer navigates the complex intrigues of the court as he seeks to unravel the secrets of…

slow burn · found family · quest · political intrigue · enemies to lovers · paranormal romance

A CANTICLE FOR LEIBOWITZ

Walter M. Miller Jr. · Sci-Fi

dystopian society · post apocalyptic · political intrigue

The King Must Die

Kemi Ashing-Giwa · Sci-Fi

From the USA TODAY bestselling author of The Splinter in the Sky comes a pulse-pounding science fiction adventure following the daughter of rebel…

enemies to lovers · space opera · political intrigue · quest

Embassytown

China Mieville · Sci-Fi

Embassytown: a city of contradictions on the outskirts of the universe.

space opera · first contact · political intrigue

The Power

Naomi Alderman · Sci-Fi

ix, 340 pages : 20 cm

dystopian society · political intrigue · multiple timelines

Silo 2

Hugh Howey · Sci-Fi

Dies ist Teil 2 von SILO: Hugh Howeys verstörende Zukunftsvision ist rasanter Thriller und Gesellschaftsroman in einem.

dystopian society · closed circle · survival · political intrigue

Downbelow Station

C. J. Cherryh · Sci-Fi

From back cover Daw paperback February 1981: Pell's Star occupied the central spot in the coming conflict between Earth's tired stellar empire and…

space opera · political intrigue · closed circle

Rosewater

Tade Thompson · Sci-Fi

"Rosewater is a town on the edge.

space opera · political intrigue · first contact

The Man in the High Castle

Philip K. Dick · Sci-Fi

Slavery is back. America, 1962. Having lost a war, America finds itself under Nazi Germany and Japan occupation. A few Jews still live under assumed…

dystopian society · political intrigue · survival

The Player of Games

Iain M. Banks · Sci-Fi

The Culture - a human/machine symbiotic society - has thrown up many great Game Players, and one of the greatest is Gurgeh.

space opera · political intrigue · cat and mouse

Radiant Star

Ann Leckie · Sci-Fi

Space opera's sharpest mind returns to the world of the Imperial Radch in this brilliant standalone from award-winning author Ann Leckie.

space opera · political intrigue · found family