Space opera is one of science fiction's earliest and most popular subgenres, telling sprawling stories across multiple planets. Frank Herbert's Dune and the Star Wars franchise are among the most famous examples, but classic authors like Isaac Asimov, Larry Niven, Dan Simmons, and Iain M.
Banks also helped shape the genre. For readers seeking new adventures full of space battles and galactic politics, there are countless worlds to explore. This list highlights 10 near-perfect new sci-fi books that should appeal to fans of both Star Wars and Dune.
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