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Top 10 Action Science Fiction Novels You Need to Read

If you're a fan of both action-packed adventures and mind-bending science fiction, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we will introduce you to the top 10 action science fiction novels that will take your imagination to new heights. From intergalactic battles to futuristic dystopias, these books will satisfy your craving for thrilling plots and captivating characters. So, without further ado, let's dive into the realm of action-packed science fiction!

1. "Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline: Set in a virtual reality world, this novel follows Wade Watts on his quest to solve puzzles and earn control of a massive fortune, hidden by the creator of the game.

2. "Neuromancer" by William Gibson: Considered a seminal work in the cyberpunk genre, "Neuromancer" is a gripping tale of a washed-up hacker hired for one last job that could end up costing him his life.

3. "Dune" by Frank Herbert: This epic science fiction masterpiece is set in a distant future where interstellar politics, giant sandworms, and religious zealotry collide, creating a rich and complex universe.

4. "Ender's Game" by Orson Scott Card: Join young Ender Wiggin as he trains at a military academy in space, preparing to face an alien race known as the buggers in a battle for the survival of humanity.

5. "Old Man's War" by John Scalzi: In a future where aging can be reversed, senior citizens are recruited to fight in a galactic war. Follow protagonist John Perry as he discovers the truth behind his new youthful body.

6. "Snow Crash" by Neal Stephenson: This cyberpunk novel follows Hiro Protagonist, a hacker and pizza delivery driver, as he uncovers a conspiracy surrounding a dangerous virtual reality drug known as Snow Crash.

7. "Red Mars" by Kim Stanley Robinson: If you're fascinated by stories of colonizing other planets, this novel takes you on a journey to Mars, exploring the challenges and conflicts faced by the first settlers.

8. "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins: In a dystopian society, Katniss Everdeen volunteers as a tribute in a deadly game where only one can survive. This thrilling series captivated readers worldwide.

9. "Hyperion" by Dan Simmons: In this Hugo Award-winning novel, a group of travelers recounts their tales on a pilgrimage to the enigmatic and dangerous world of Hyperion, each with their own hidden agendas.

10. "The Expanse" series by James S.A. Corey: This highly acclaimed series features a future where humanity has colonized the solar system, complete with political intrigues, interplanetary conflicts, and a mysterious alien protomolecule.

For more action science fiction recommendations, reliable online platforms like Goodreads and Amazon can provide extensive reading lists tailored to your preferences. With countless novels waiting to transport you to thrilling worlds beyond imagination, what are you waiting for? Dive into these action-packed stories and let your imagination soar!
District Nine. Fiction
District Nine.

After the catastrophe, the land lay in ruins. There was a shortage of food, scarce resources, and a chaotic situation... A young man emerged from the planned area, facing the desolate wasteland, and ventured alone into District Nine to make a living. Unexpectedly, he encountered a small group of friends by chance, and with a slight change of mind, they rose to prominence in this turbulent era, embarking on a legendary journey... The martial world remained as treacherous as ever. The only designated WeChat public account — Pseudo Jie.

602.39 Million words | 2023-06-30 22:38Update

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Transcending to become the caretaker AI of a lost civilization. Fiction
Transcending to become the caretaker AI of a lost civilization.

What is the experience of being a transmigrated AI like? Li Wenyuan, who was hit by a meteor, successfully had a taste of this feeling. Luckily, he realized that the planet he was controlling... seemed to have a tiny bit of something special. "Precious living metal? Any random wall here is living metal!" "Zeelo? You said intelligent machines don't need this? Sorry..."

106.00 Million words | 2021-04-06 21:56Update

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Star Domain Odyssey Fiction
Star Domain Odyssey

In a future year, the people of Hua Nation discovered and named the "Pangu Star Territory" as the interstellar migration wave began. Over a century has passed, and humanity still struggles on that vast and magical continent, with the flame of humanity seemingly extinguishing at the slightest blow. Two years ago, Xi Ze, driven by dreams (or temporarily insane), volunteered for military service. Two years later, Xi Ze's misfortune turned into an opportunity, and he soared to new heights! "My journey lies in the vast sky of the star territory. Whether obstacles have two legs or four hands, I will crush them all beneath my military boots!"

150.05 Million words | 2022-08-02 07:48Update

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I am cultivating the liver attribute on a deserted island. Fiction
I am cultivating the liver attribute on a deserted island.

Spiritual rejuvenation, mysterious arrival, rules changing, times shifting. I am the original superhuman, also the world's strongest. In fact, I did not die, I was just trapped on a deserted island.

100.92 Million words | 2022-09-10 12:04Update

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Horror High Fiction
Horror High

A very ordinary yet extremely special "admission letter"... A nameless "university"... Yin Kuang, an ordinary teenager who despises school to the extreme, ends up at this so-called "university" because of a piece of "admission letter"... And then he realizes that the school he used to detest is simply heaven compared to this... In this "university," Yin Kuang's sole goal in life is to obtain that damn bloody "diploma"!! New book update... Your gentle touch without any effort can give me boundless passion and motivation... I need your support... Quality assurance is a must ~@^_^@~~@^_^@~~@^_^@~

390.60 Million words | 2021-04-23 13:06Update

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The Strongest Mecha in History Fiction
The Strongest Mecha in History

A young boy who failed his physical examination, in order to enter the prestigious Yao Guang Academy, one of the seven major military academies in the Asian region, applies for the position of janitor at the academy's garbage dump. By chance, he discovers a mysterious chip. From then on, a new door opens for him. The most magnificent maneuvers, the most shocking carnage, all within the realm of the strongest mechs in history.

34.54 Million words | 2021-04-06 09:09Update

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Invade the fantasy world. Fiction
Invade the fantasy world.

What would happen when the fantasy world invades the real world? It would be a scene of immense power, eternal life, and elements vastly different from reality becoming a tangible existence. By chance, Zhao Wuji stumbled into this different realm and obtained a seed to awaken his own power. And thus, the world began to change.

56.32 Million words | 2020-08-16 03:46Update

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Walking Alone in the Abyss Fiction
Walking Alone in the Abyss

At the moment the Earth exploded, the fear of death finally transformed into physical agony, and the burning pain left an indelible mark in Yang Ming's memory. "The universe is an abyss," Yang Ming whispered under the stars. [PS: Starting a new journey on a different track, purely sci-fi, departing from my previous style so I won't rely on the reputation of my old books. Please treat me as a newcomer. Stepping into the interstellar sci-fi genre for the first time, I welcome any feedback on the details.] If you, my fellow readers, think Abyssal Solo is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends and fellow book lovers.

260.37 Million words | 2021-08-23 03:35Update

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The Legend of the Little Soldier Fiction
The Legend of the Little Soldier

He has had ambitions since he was young, hoping to become a marshal in command of soldiers and horses throughout the world. He believes that in order to become a marshal, one must first become a general, and to become a general, one must start as a foot soldier.

205.88 Million words | 2022-09-05 15:41Update

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Nine-star Poison Milk Fiction
Nine-star Poison Milk

This is a parallel world brimming with star power. Star charts, star skills, star pets, and awakeners are prevalent. Jiang Xiao, who transmigrated into this world, possesses a unique internal starmap and becomes a rare medical awakening talent. He had initially hoped to become a happy and successful nurturing talent, but instead, he was labeled as a toxic one by everyone. The story begins during the week leading up to his enrollment in high school. Let's start this story with... that slap... Tired of writing heavy stories, here's something light-hearted and funny. This novel is completed with over ten thousand words. Click on the author's name to read and enjoy it.

427.82 Million words | 2020-09-23 14:31Update

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A new global rule every month. Fiction
A new global rule every month.

"The Blue Star version will begin non-stop updates at midnight on the day of, with the main content and adjustments for this update as follows." "New rules for this month have been added..."

107.26 Million words | 2021-09-08 19:54Update

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Rebirth of the Super Warship Fiction
Rebirth of the Super Warship

In the week leading up to Earth's destruction, Xiao Yu fused his soul with the main control computer of an interstellar spaceship and escaped just before Earth's demise. After merging with the computer, Xiao Yu gained not only its powerful computational capabilities but also the immense innovation and exploration abilities of a human. As a result, the crude interstellar spaceship that Xiao Yu resided in began to evolve continuously, progressing from a chemical engine to a nuclear-powered engine, and further advancing to a matter-antimatter annihilation engine, all while growing in size and mass. With the continuous development of technology, Xiao Yu also began to attempt to create a truly interstellar super fleet that encompassed multiple functions, including attack, defense, exploration, landing, and resource collection... Thanks to the contribution of readers, a Q group has been created, and those who enjoy this book can join by searching for the group number.

329.95 Million words | 2022-09-04 21:59Update

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Legend of the Masters Fiction
Legend of the Masters

It is undoubtedly a monumental task to establish a standard of beauty and ugliness for Ye Zhong, who has never had any dealings with women. Ye Zhong approaches this from a practical perspective. His legs are too slender to provide sufficient explosive power. His hands have delicate skin, indicating a poor resistance to impact. Despite having overly developed chest muscles, they are not solid, resulting in a serious lack of strength and becoming a burden for mobility. Overall assessment: extremely terrible!

216.37 Million words | 2022-07-08 17:06Update

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Strange Tales Research Club Fiction
Strange Tales Research Club

If one day, you discovered the dark truth of the world. Those bizarre stories and urban legends that you once thought were fictional and widely spread, turned out to be real! What would you do? "Fantastic!" Zhang Luo made a victory gesture by forming a "V" with his fingers. For this crazy supernatural tales enthusiast, the whole world seemed to have transformed into a magnificent giant amusement park.

143.60 Million words | 2021-10-22 03:08Update

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The Martian Orphan Fiction
The Martian Orphan

Alien civilizations quietly descend as the world collapses, and the last hope for humanity lies in a group of Chinese high school students... Jinteng High School—a school like no other—maintains a miraculous graduation rate through unimaginably unconventional teaching methods. However, behind the glittering academic achievements, seeds of rebellion are quietly sprouting. As turmoil erupts within Jinteng, mysterious events unfold around the world: a truck inexplicably levitates, numerous enigmatic stone tablets emerge from the underground. Ultimately, humanity clings to survival amidst a decaying civilization. At this critical moment, a group of high school students from Jinteng becomes humanity's final beacon, the last ray of light...

16.37 Million words | 2022-11-12 05:59Update

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The Blue Starry Journey Fiction
The Blue Starry Journey

Also known as Wandering with the Earth! When civilization collapses, a new civilization will rise from the ruins. There is no such thing as a peaceful time, it's just someone else carrying the burden for us. PS: Booklovers community

200.16 Million words | 2020-09-04 14:29Update

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Star Hunter Fiction
Star Hunter

The universe, this endless starry sky, is the dream of every hunter. For hunters who roam among the stars, only the universe is their limit. Does the universe have limits? Where are those limits? After accidentally obtaining a mysterious chip, Xilin, a young shadow hunter, embarks on a journey into this boundless starry sky. A lighthearted adventure story, not torturing the main characters. Please feel free to bookmark it. ^^ Also, check out my new book "Going back in time and turning into a cat", a city life genre, not cultivation.

176.34 Million words | 2020-10-03 15:11Update

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The Chronicle of Hypo-Ni Fiction
The Chronicle of Hypo-Ni

When the interstellar era arrived, humanity conquered the vast starry seas. Endless desires drove humans forward, but eventually a great disaster struck - an invasion by aliens. After a long and arduous battle, the Phylaxian death front was established, forming a stable stellar domain. As the era of Fantasia commenced, fueled by desires, humanity continued to seek knowledge and explore. Eventually, they transcended into the realm of forbidden gods, unleashing unimaginable technologies. A millennium later, the land of dreams blossomed, fantasies shattered, and a grand new interstellar era dawned.

317.78 Million words | 2021-02-25 12:01Update

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Star Wars Storm Fiction
Star Wars Storm

The military academy exam is approaching, and the eligibility for the exam was directly cancelled for those with a gene count of twenty-eight. In an attempt to deliver a love letter for a friend, it accidentally fell into the lake, leading to rumors of a tragic ending. Wang Zheng, a student, received a gift for the first time, but it felt like stepping into purgatory... However, when everything was over, Wang began his happy college life! The flame of passion will never die, this is the march of the storm, the most fierce and passionate mecha frenzy!

393.61 Million words | 2022-05-03 11:00Update

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The Cataclysm Fiction
The Cataclysm

One day, a mysterious mastermind transformed the world into a post-apocalyptic era infested with monsters. Each person was endowed with a character from the game "League of Legends." In order to survive, you must level up and evolve. Reaching level oo grants you the status of a universal citizen; otherwise, death awaits. Unfortunately, Ye Zhan died at level oo but was reborn five years before the catastrophic outbreak. In this new life, ...

313.40 Million words | 2022-08-03 08:57Update

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The Forever Life in Online Games Fiction
The Forever Life in Online Games

Grant me eternal life.

361.80 Million words | 2023-05-12 00:41Update

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