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These books are ranked using the characterization labels extracted for Ship of Ruin.
Characterization labels used: unlikely hero, genius protagonist, quirky characters, flawed characters, lovable cast, nerd hero, broadly likable cast, antihero, childhood nemesis, competent underdog, smart heroine, robotics expert, biologist, genetically modified human, knight figure, pirate captain, mercenary, android companion, secretive characters
This does not mean the books share the same plot, setting, quality, or difficulty. It means their characterization embeddings are close.
A brilliant, vulnerable homecoming turns dangerous when a court, terrorists, and hidden origins collide in space-opera intrigue.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: unlikely hero · geek hero · brilliant protagonist · underdog · nonphysical hero · clone · robotics scientist · quirky cast · imperfect heroes · morally nuanced characters · ensemble cast · competent side characters · insecure protagonist · kind hero
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1188
A captive robotics professor must escape execution while allies race to save him and a power struggle reshapes humanity’s future.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: robotics professor · genius · nerd hero · unlikely hero · quirky characters · outcast hero · underestimated hero · morally driven protagonist · genius bacteriologist · robot creators · androids · AIs · criminal/pirate figures · narcissistic ruler · idealistic characters
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1495
In a plague-ravaged future, immune scavengers race to keep humanity alive when the alien space elevator protecting Darwin starts to fail.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: reluctant hero · unlikely leader · immune scavengers · brilliant scientist · corrupt ruler · petty despot · morally shady businessman · rogue captain · crew ensemble · villainous thug · strong female characters · imperfect characters · underqualified hero · self-deprecating hero
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1786
After a plague kills every Y-chromosome mammal on Earth, one man and his monkey cross a changed world seeking answers and loved ones.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: antihero protagonist · reluctant hero · underqualified hero · escape artist · female survivors · secret agent · scientist · bodyguard · geneticist · capable women · flawed humans · character growth · likable cast · competent women · frenemies
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1814
A hidden exile’s plan to vanish collapses when a rescue pull him into a crew, an ancient ship, and galactic trouble.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: reluctant hero · competent protagonist · overpowered protagonist · kindhearted hero · introspective hero · self-doubting hero · benevolent AI · loyal crew · strong moral code · decency · resourceful hero · unflappable hero · broadly likable cast
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1935
A teen enters an ultra-immersive VR world to reconnect with his friend and uncovers a dangerous company conspiracy.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · antihero · smart aleck · rebellious teen · flawed hero · unlikeable protagonist · obsessive protectiveness · impulsive · sarcastic · resourceful · rich kid · troubled teen · chosen one · love interest · strong supporting cast · side character depth · underdeveloped characters · independent female character · badass female character · mischief maker · genius protagonist (contested)
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1962
A bored shipboard hacker and a desperate thief get pulled into a fleetwide conspiracy over a habitable world.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: misfits · unlikely heroes · lovable cast · stock characters · character-driven · quirky characters · hacker · thief · detective · corrupt officials · organized crime · shy protagonist · awkward nerd · female lead · ensemble cast · flawed characters
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1968
A reluctant young woman is forced into a public alien game show where survival means saving Earth.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: reluctant hero · unlikely protagonist · bookish protagonist · homebody protagonist · young adult protagonist · spunky lead · resilient lead · relatable protagonist · diverse cast · ensemble cast · flawed but lovable · human aliens · morally ambiguous figures · supporting character depth · character transformation · character development
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.2014
A sarcastic queer astronaut crash-lands on a bizarre alien world and must survive long enough to stop Earth’s doom.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: antihero · reluctant protagonist · sarcastic protagonist · selfish protagonist · unlikable protagonist · misfit · queer protagonist · gay protagonist · black protagonist · POC protagonist · one-dimensional characters · buffoonish men · competent women · quirky cast · misfit crew · cowardly protagonist · witty smartmouth · science officer · bio-engineer · naked wizard · motivational orb
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.2029
A dead gamer in a collapsing VRMMORPG races through a deadly quest to stop an imperial enemy without becoming him.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: underdog protagonist · moral protagonist · power-seeking villain · tech genius villain · honorable hero · stealth class protagonist · outsider hero · unlikely hero · supporting cast · AI mediator · loyal allies · comic relief characters
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.2034
Michael and his electric friends race to Peru to rescue his kidnapped mother while an evil power network tightens its grip.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: reluctant hero · brave protagonist · sarcastic hero · smart friend · genius sidekick · villainous mastermind · creepy villain · powered children · loyal team · character growth · bully turned ally · flawed hero · overpowered protagonist · tortured villain
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.2065
A snarky D-list supervillain in power armor becomes the world’s unlikely last hope against mind-controlling bugs.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: sarcastic protagonist · snarky protagonist · underdog · geeky protagonist · engineer protagonist · mechanical genius · reluctant leader · flawed hero · morally gray · misunderstood villain · noble heroes · dysfunctional heroes · strong supporting cast · love interests
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.2071
