If you loved reading Margaret Atwood’s gripping dystopian novel, Handmaid’s Tale, you’re probably on the lookout for more thought-provoking reads that delve into dark and complex worlds. Fortunately, there are plenty of other books out there that will captivate you with their similar themes of oppression, resistance, and survival. Below, we’ve compiled a list of 10 must-read books that are bound to resonate with fans of Handmaid’s Tale.

10. 1984 by George Orwell

In this classic novel, George Orwell paints a chilling picture of a totalitarian society where individual freedoms are completely erased. Winston Smith, the protagonist, dares to rebel against the oppressive regime of Big Brother, but soon realizes the harsh consequences of his actions.

9. Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World takes place in a futuristic society where technology and conditioning are used to control every aspect of human life. As the story unfolds, we follow the journey of Bernard Marx and his struggle against the conformity enforced by the World State.

8. The Power by Naomi Alderman

In this electrifying novel by Naomi Alderman, women all over the world suddenly develop the ability to generate electric shocks. The Power explores what happens when the balance of power shifts, challenging traditional gender dynamics and societal norms in a thrilling and thought-provoking way.

7. Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower is set in a dystopian America plagued by environmental and social collapse. The protagonist, Lauren Olamina, possesses the unique ability to feel others’ pain, and she embarks on a dangerous journey to create a new belief system based on empathy and resilience.

6. Vox by Christina Dalcher

Vox presents a harrowing vision of a near-future America where women are limited to speaking only 100 words a day. Dr. Jean McClellan must navigate this oppressive society while searching for ways to resist and fight back against the forces that seek to silence her.

5. “The Children of Men” by P.D. James:

Set in a future where humanity faces extinction due to infertility, “The Children of Men” explores themes of hopelessness, societal decay, and the struggle for survival. Like “The Handmaid’s Tale,” it offers a stark commentary on the fragility of human civilization.

4. The Testaments by Margaret Atwood

A sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale, The Testaments provides readers with a deeper look into the world of Gilead through the perspectives of three different women. This compelling narrative sheds light on the inner workings of the oppressive society and the resistance movements that seek to dismantle it.

3. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 explores a world where books are banned, and “firemen” are tasked with burning any that are found. Guy Montag, a fireman, begins to question the society he lives in and embarks on a dangerous journey to preserve knowledge and free thought.

2. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games is set in a dystopian society where children are forced to fight to the death in a televised spectacle designed to keep the population in check. Katniss Everdeen becomes the face of rebellion as she defies the Capitol and fights for a better future.

1. “Never Let Me Go” by Kazuo Ishiguro:

Ishiguro’s novel follows the lives of cloned individuals raised to be organ donors. It examines questions of identity, ethics, and the value of human life, evoking a sense of existential dread similar to that found in “The Handmaid’s Tale.”

We hope this list of books like Handmaid’s Tale provides you with plenty of thrilling and thought-provoking reads to dive into next. Happy reading!