A really good sci fi action novel is 'Snow Crash' by Neal Stephenson. It's set in a future where the United States has been fragmented and much of life is lived in a virtual meta - universe. The main character, Hiro Protagonist, has to deal with a virus in both the real and virtual worlds. Also, 'Altered Carbon' by Richard K. Morgan is interesting. It's about a world where human consciousness can be transferred between bodies, and the main character, Takeshi Kovacs, is a former soldier brought back to solve a murder.
A third example would be 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It's a complex and epic story set in a far - flung future universe, filled with political intrigue, battles, and a unique desert planet setting. It's a classic in the sci - fi action genre that has influenced many other works.
I'd recommend 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It has a lot of action, from the political intrigue to the epic battles on the desert planet Arrakis. The sandworm rides and the combat scenes are really exciting. 'Starship Troopers' by Robert A. Heinlein is another classic action sci - fi novel. It follows the story of a young man joining the military to fight against alien bugs. The combat descriptions are detailed and full of action. And 'Altered Carbon' by Richard K. Morgan is great too. With its concept of body - swapping and a noir - like atmosphere, there are many intense action sequences.
One of the best is 'Ender's Game' by Orson Scott Card. It has great action in a futuristic military setting where kids are trained to fight alien threats. Another is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It combines a post - apocalyptic world with intense action as Katniss fights for survival in the deadly games. And 'Dune' by Frank Herbert is also excellent, filled with political intrigue and epic battles on a desert planet.
The combination of elements. The science - fiction part allows for amazing and imaginative settings like far - off planets or future societies. This provides a unique backdrop for the action. The action keeps the readers on the edge of their seats, with battles, chases, and high - stakes situations. And the mystery adds an extra layer of intrigue. For example, in 'Dune' by Frank Herbert, the sci - fi world of Arrakis is full of political and technological wonders. The action of the war and the mystery of the Spice are what draw readers in.
Among young readers, 'The Maze Runner' series by James Dashner is quite popular. It has a lot of action as the characters try to escape the maze and there are sci - fi elements like the changing maze itself. Another popular one is 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series which has adventure, action and blends Greek mythology with modern - day sci - fi like the idea of demigods existing in our world.
One popular 2016 sci fi novel is 'Ninefox Gambit' by Yoon Ha Lee. It has a complex and unique world - building with a military - space opera setting. Another is 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead, which, while also having historical elements, uses a sci - fi concept of a literal underground railroad. And 'All the Birds in the Sky' by Charlie Jane Anders combines magic and science in an interesting urban fantasy - sci fi blend.
One popular sci fi novel is 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It has a complex and immersive universe with political intrigue, unique ecosystems, and a messianic storyline. Another is '1984' by George Orwell, which, while often considered dystopian, also has strong sci - fi elements in its vision of a totalitarian future. 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams is also very popular. It's a hilarious and absurd adventure through space with memorable characters like Ford Prefect and Arthur Dent.
One popular 2017 sci - fi novel is 'The Collapsing Empire' by John Scalzi. It's set in a future galactic empire that is starting to face some serious infrastructure problems. Another is 'Artemis' by Andy Weir. It takes place on a lunar colony and follows the adventures of a smuggler. And 'Autonomous' by Annalee Newitz, which delves into issues of intellectual property and artificial intelligence in a very engaging way.
Some popular sci fi novels include 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It has a complex world with political intrigue and unique ecosystems. Another is '1984' by George Orwell, which, although more of a dystopian novel, has strong sci fi elements like a totalitarian regime with advanced surveillance. Also, 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams is very popular. It's a humorous take on space travel and the universe, with crazy characters like Ford Prefect and Marvin the Paranoid Android.
Some 2020 sci fi novels worth mentioning are 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. Although it was originally published in 1965, it had a new edition in 2020 which brought it back to the spotlight for a new generation of readers. 'Axiom's End' by Lindsay Ellis is also great. It tells a story of first contact with an alien species from a unique perspective. Then there's 'Remote Control' by Nnedi Okorafor, which has a very interesting take on a post - apocalyptic world with a young girl having some extraordinary powers.