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Ubik
by Philip K. Dick (1969)
★4.06(582)
Like 'A Scanner Darkly', Ubik offers a mind-bending exploration of reality and perception.
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A Scanner Darkly
by Philip K. Dick (1977)
★3.88(395 ratings)
Substance D is not known as Death for nothing. It is the most toxic drug ever to find its way on to the streets of LA. It destroys the links between the brain's two hemispheres, causing, first, disorientation and then complete and irreversible brain damage. The undercover narcotics agent who calls himself Bob Arctor is desperate to discover the ultimate source of supply. But to find any kind of lead he has to pose as a user and, inevitably, without realising what is happening, Arctor is soon as addicted as the junkies he works among...
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The Three Stigmata of Palmer Eldritch
by Philip K. Dick (1965)
★3.85(178)
Similar to 'A Scanner Darkly', this novel plunges into a psychedelic sci-fi world where reality is blurred.
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Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
by Philip K. Dick (1968)
★3.96(1.3K)
Like 'A Scanner Darkly', this explores the nature of humanity in a gritty, philosophical sci-fi setting.
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
by Hunter S. Thompson (1971)
★3.93(537)
Echoing 'A Scanner Darkly', this offers a raw, drug-infused, and darkly humorous look at a distorted reality.
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Naked Lunch
by William S. Burroughs (1959)
★3.30(166)
Like 'A Scanner Darkly', Naked Lunch dives into the chaotic and surreal world of addiction with unflinching honesty.
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