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We Are Legion
by Dennis E. Taylor
We Are Legion kicks off with Bob, a software engineer, waking up a century after his death to find his consciousness uploaded into an AI. His new job? Piloting a self-replicating space probe to find new worlds for humanity. The twist is, he's not the only 'Bob' out there, and each clone develops their own quirks and missions. This book is a pure delight for anyone who loves clever problem-solving mixed with a healthy dose of snark. You'll find yourself laughing out loud at Bob's internal monologues as he grapples with existential questions, encounters bizarre alien life, and tries to save humanity – or at least, humanity's future. It's an expansive, often hilarious, and surprisingly thoughtful space adventure that feels like hanging out with your smartest, funniest friend on a cosmic road trip.
10 Books similar to 'We Are Legion'
If you loved We Are Legion for its witty, problem-solving protagonist and expansive, technically-minded space adventures, we have a stellar lineup for you. These books share Bob's unique blend of humor, ingenuity, and a knack for getting into (and out of) cosmic trouble. Whether you're drawn to the existential questions of identity and consciousness from an outsider perspective, or simply crave more hard sci-fi where cleverness saves the day, you'll find kindred spirits here. We've curated this list to bring you more of that optimistic, adventurous spirit and the joy of seeing complex problems tackled with intelligence and a good laugh.
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by Andy Weir
Like the Bobiverse, this features a highly competent, witty protagonist using science and engineering to solve existential problems in deep space. It captures the same optimistic, problem-solving spirit and humorous internal monologue that fans of Dennis E. Taylor adore.
by John Scalzi
This book shares the 'consciousness transfer' hook and the snarky, conversational narrative voice found in We Are Legion. It explores the implications of technology on identity while maintaining a fast-paced, action-oriented plot with plenty of humor.
by Martha Wells
If you enjoyed Bob's struggle with his own programming and his preference for solitude over human interaction, you will love Murderbot. It features a cynical yet deeply relatable non-human narrator who just wants to be left alone to watch media but keeps getting pulled into saving people.
This epic covers the grand scale of space exploration and the evolution of a species over centuries, much like the later stages of the Bobiverse. It balances hard science concepts with a fascinating look at how society and intelligence develop in isolation.
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by Andy Weir
This is the gold standard for the 'competent man solving problems with science' trope that defines We Are Legion. The snarky, diary-style narration and the focus on technical ingenuity make it a perfect companion piece.
This novel features a highly capable protagonist navigating a massive, technologically advanced starship and dealing with complex logistics and first contact scenarios. It shares the Bobiverse's love for technical detail and expansive world-building.
by Scott Meyer
While it leans more toward fantasy, this book shares the 'nerdy guy gains god-like power through technology' premise. It has a very similar sense of humor and focuses on the protagonist's attempts to optimize and hack his new reality.
If you enjoyed the 'Found Family' aspects of the Bobs interacting with each other and other species, this character-driven space opera is a perfect fit. It captures the optimistic and philosophical side of space travel.
This book focuses on the near-future technical reality of asteroid mining and space commercialization. It matches Taylor's attention to engineering detail and the high-stakes, fast-paced nature of space-based survival.
Written by the same author, this standalone novel explores similar themes of consciousness, AI, and first contact but with a slightly more serious and philosophical tone. It is a natural next step for any Bobiverse fan.
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