India, June 28 -- Everyone knows Dune. Everyone has heard of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. But the science fiction universe is vast - and some of its most mind-bending, thought-provoking, and utterly unputdownable books are hiding in plain sight. Here are 10 underrated sci-fi books that deserve a permanent spot on your shelf.

Why Underrated Sci-Fi Hits Different

The bestseller lists don't always get it right. Some of the most original ideas in science fiction never made it to a Netflix adaptation or a BookTok viral moment - and that's exactly what makes them special. These are the books that will make you think, keep you up past midnight, and leave you staring at the ceiling wondering about the nature of reality. Ready to discov...