{"id":8807,"date":"2024-02-11T17:08:08","date_gmt":"2024-02-11T17:08:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/?p=8807"},"modified":"2024-03-31T19:13:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-31T19:13:44","slug":"5-new-book-adaptations-to-watch-in-february-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/5-new-book-adaptations-to-watch-in-february-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"5 New Book Adaptations To Watch in February 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.69921875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8814\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-960x640.webp 960w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1080x720.webp 1080w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1200x800.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20683'%3E%3Crect%20width='1024'%20height='683'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8814 eager-load\" title=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations.webp\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1024x683.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-960x640.webp 960w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1080x720.webp 1080w, https:\/\/wroteabook.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/february_2024_book_adaptations-1200x800.webp 1200w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As February 2024 approaches, book lovers and film enthusiasts like me are eagerly awaiting a wave of new adaptations coming to both big and small screens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This month offers some interesting mysteries and animated fantasies. While we await in-depth columns on Netflix&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WlopfWYGBh4\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WlopfWYGBh4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One Day<\/a>, which is based on David Nicholls&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3SDFWnk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">novel of the same name<\/a>, here are five more highly anticipated book adaptations that will make your February 2024 more exciting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Sh&#333;gun (TV Series Premiere, Hulu, FX, Disney+)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sh&#333;gun - Official Trailer | Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, Anna Sawai | FX\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yAN5uspO_hk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book adaptation:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UxHT7D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sh&#333;gun<\/a> by James Clavell<br><strong>Release Date:<\/strong> February 27, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on James Clavell&rsquo;s 1975 novel, Sh&#333;gun is an upcoming historical drama series that unfolds the collision of two ambitious men from different worlds and a mysterious female samurai. Cosmo Jarvis, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Anna Sawai lead the cast in a tale set in Japan, where an English sailor, Lord Toranaga, and Lady Mariko navigate a land with unfamiliar culture, political intrigue, and honor. This limited series promises to redefine characters and history in a fictionalized account inspired by real events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. The Tiger&rsquo;s Apprentice (Film Premiere, Paramount+)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Tiger's Apprentice | Official Trailer | Paramount+\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HLgMpF5ki_o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book Adaptation: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3SRF8wC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Tiger&rsquo;s Apprentice<\/a> by Laurence Yep<br><strong>Release Date:<\/strong> February 02, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adapted from Laurence Yep&rsquo;s Newbery Honor-winning fantasy series, this animated film introduces us to 12-year-old Tom Lee, a Chinese American boy thrust into a magical world after his grandmother&rsquo;s death. With a stellar voice cast including Brandon Soo Hoo and Henry Golding, the story unfolds with a talking tiger, dragon, and monkey, drawing inspiration from ancient Chinese mythology. Originally slated for theatrical release, this much-anticipated adaptation now premieres on Paramount+.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. The Taste of Things (Theatrical Film Premiere)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Taste of Things - Official Trailer | HD | IFC Films | Ft. Juliette Binoche\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cKKCGtoIOVY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book adaptation:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3STmu7z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Passionate Epicure<\/a> by Marcel Rouff<br><strong>Release Date:<\/strong> February 09, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transporting us to 1885 France, The Taste of Things is a visually stunning film directed by Tr&#7847;n Anh H&ugrave;ng. Inspired by Marcel Rouff&rsquo;s novel, the movie stars Juliette Binoche as Eug&eacute;nie, a talented cook entangled in a love affair with her employer. As health issues threaten their world, Binoche and Beno&icirc;t Magimel deliver compelling performances against the backdrop of sumptuous French culinary creations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Tracker (Series Premiere, CBS)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tracker (CBS) Trailer HD - Justin Hartley series\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hr8a_UCSRVA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book adaptation:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UxHNNj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Never Game<\/a> by Jeffery Deaver<br><strong>Release Date:<\/strong> February 11, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bringing Jeffery Deaver&rsquo;s 2019 thriller to the small screen, Tracker introduces us to Colter Shaw, played by Justin Hartley. A freelance bounty hunter with a unique skill set, Colter navigates the world of rewards and family mysteries. With a promise of weekly adventures and a supporting cast including Mary McDonnell, the series looks set to captivate audiences with its blend of action and familial drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (Film Premiere, Hallmark Movies &amp; Mysteries)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sneak Peek - Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O66XVJt2Gnw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Book Adaptation: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bqLKcu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Murder at The Breakers<\/a> by Alyssa Maxwell<br><strong>Release date:<\/strong> February 02, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kicking off the month, this film brings to life Alyssa Maxwell&rsquo;s captivating series set in the opulent world of 19th-century Newport, Rhode Island. Following the adventures of society-page reporter and amateur detective Emma Cross, played by Ali Skovbye, the film delves into a personal mystery involving Emma&rsquo;s half-brother accused of murder. This Hallmark movie, starring an ensemble cast including Danny Griffin and Nathan Witte, promises to be a delightful companion to HBO&rsquo;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wKj1cMz3yfI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Gilded Age<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Which adaptation are you most excited about? <\/strong><br><strong>Happy reading!<\/strong>&#10084;&#65039;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As February 2024 approaches, book lovers and film enthusiasts like me are eagerly awaiting a wave of new adaptations coming to both big and small screens. 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