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Top TV series on Amazon Prime Video adapted from books

Amazon Prime Video has become one of the most popular streaming services, offering a vast collection of movies and TV shows for its subscribers. With its massive library of content, Amazon Prime Video has emerged as an excellent resource for quality entertainment. One of the main reasons for its success is its production of high-quality adaptations of best-selling books. From thrillers to comedies, Amazon Prime Video has adapted numerous popular books, providing viewers with an exciting and engaging watching experience.

One of the most significant advantages of Amazon Prime Video is its wide range of content. The streaming service boasts a vast selection of movies and TV shows from different genres, including drama, action, comedy, and romance. With its constantly expanding library of content, Amazon Prime Video offers viewers endless choices for entertainment, making it an ideal streaming platform for every member of the family.

Looking for your next binge-watch? Watch your favorite tomes come to life onscreen with these Top TV series on Amazon Prime Video adapted from books.

American Gods: Neil Gaiman’s fantasy novel is brought to life in this series, which explores the clash between old gods and new gods in modern-day America. With three seasons available, American Gods is a visually stunning and thought-provoking watch for fans of mythology and fantasy.

The Man in the High Castle: Based on the novel by Philip K. Dick, this series presents an alternate reality where the Axis powers won World War II and divided the United States into occupied territories. The show’s four seasons are a thrilling mix of sci-fi and drama, exploring themes of resistance, loyalty, and power.

Bosch: Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch novels are the source material for this police procedural drama. Titus Welliver stars as the titular detective, who solves crimes while navigating the complex bureaucracy of the LAPD. With seven seasons available to stream, Bosch is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

Jack Ryan: Tom Clancy’s CIA analyst turned operative is brought to life in this action-packed series. John Krasinski stars as Ryan, who finds himself embroiled in global terrorist threats. With two seasons under its belt, Jack Ryan is a thrilling ride for fans of espionage and political intrigue.

The Expanse: James S.A. Corey’s sci-fi novel series serves as the basis for this epic space opera. Set 200 years in the future, the show follows a group of humans caught in a vast conspiracy that threatens the balance of power in the solar system. With five seasons available, The Expanse is a must-watch for fans of hard sci-fi.

Good Omens: This irreverent and charming series is based on the novel by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. The show follows an angel and a demon who team up to prevent the end of the world, and the quirky characters they encounter along the way. With one season available, Good Omens is a delightful watch for fans of the supernatural and humor.

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HBO drama series THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE premieres on May 16 on HBO and HBO GO

An extraordinary tale of a moving and spellbinding love unfolds in the new HBO Original series The Time Traveler’s Wife. The six-episode science-fiction and romantic drama premieres same time as the U.S. on Monday, May 16 at 9am on HBO and HBO GO, with a same day 10pm encore on HBO. A new episode will follow every Monday.

The genre-bending drama series expertly weaves themes of love, loss, marriage, and survival – in a story that defies the laws and logic of time.

Rose Leslie (HBO’s Game of Thrones) is Clare Abshire, fiery, clever, unstoppable – and for most of her life she has had an amazing secret. At six years old, Clare meets Henry, the future love of her life – and who, as a time traveler, is actually visiting from the future. Fourteen years later, when Rose wanders into the library where Henry, played by Theo James (Divergent) works, claiming not only to have known him all her life but also to be his future wife, a magical romance ensues that is as sprawling and complicated as Henry’s attempts to explain his “condition.”

In addition to Rose Leslie and Theo James, The Time Traveler’s Wife also stars Caitlin Shorey and Everleigh McDonell as younger versions of Clare Abshire; Brian Altemus and Jason David as younger versions of Henry DeTamble; as well as Desmin Borges as Gomez, and Natasha Lopez as Charisse.

An HBO and Warner Bros. Television production based on the book by Audrey Niffenegger, The Time Traveler’s Wife is executive produced by writer Steven Moffat, director David Nutter (HBO’s Game of Thrones, The Sopranos); Sue Vertue (Sherlock, Coupling) and Brian Minchin (Doctor Who, Torchwood) through Hartswood Films; and Joseph E. Iberti (HBO’s Watchmen, Boardwalk Empire).

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HBO GO’s new thriller The Girl Before premieres February 10

From creator, author and executive producer JP Delaney (The Perfect Wife, Playing Nice), the new original limited series The Girl Before debuts same time as the U.S with all four episodes on Thursday, February 10 exclusively on HBO GO.

The Girl Before tells the story of Jane (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), who gets the chance to move into a beautiful, ultra-minimalist house designed by an enigmatic architect (David Oyelowo). There’s just one catch: the occupants must abide by his list of exacting rules. Jane starts to feel the house changing her in unexpected ways, but when she makes the shocking discovery about her predecessor, Emma (Jessica Plummer), she’s forced to confront unnerving similarities. As the two women’s timelines interweave, Jane begins to question if her fate will be the same as the girl before.

The four-part psychological thriller stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Loki, The Morning Show) who also debuts as associate producer, Golden Globe®, BAFTA, and Emmy®-nominated actor David Oyelowo (Selma, Les Misérables), Jessica Plummer (EastEnders, How To Talk To Girls At Parties), and Ben Hardy (Bohemian Rhapsody, X-Men: Apocalypse).

Adapted by Delaney from his own global best-selling novel of the same title which sold more than a million copies since publication in 2016, The Girl Before is written and executive produced by Delaney with Marissa Lestrade (White Stork, Deep State 2) as co-writer of episodes. It is directed by Emmy-nominated Lisa Brühlmann (Killing Eve, Servant, Blue My Mind), who also executive produces.

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Regency era romance series “Bridgerton” based on Julia Quinn novels premieres today on Netflix

From Shondaland and Creator Chris Van Dusen, Bridgerton follows Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. Hoping to follow in her parent’s footsteps and find a match sparked by true love, Daphne’s prospects initially seem to be unrivaled. But as her older brother begins to rule out her potential suitors, the high society scandal sheet written by the mysterious Lady Whistledown casts aspersions on Daphne. Enter the highly desirable and rebellious Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page), committed bachelor and the catch of the season for the debutantes’ mamas. Despite proclaiming that they want nothing the other has to offer, their attraction is undeniable and sparks fly as they find themselves engaged in an increasing battle of wits while navigating society’s expectations for their future.

Bridgerton is a romantic, scandalous, and quick-witted series that celebrates the timelessness of enduring friendships, families finding their way, and the search for a love that conquers all.

This is the first project among many of writer-producer Chris Van Dusen with streaming service Netflix. Together with Shonda Rimes and Betsy Beers through Shondaland, Van Dusen adapted, show-ran and executive produced the series.

This smart feminist take on Regency England romance unveils the glittering, wealthy, sexual, painful, funny and sometimes lonely lives of the women and men in London’s high society marriage mart as told through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family.

“I couldn’t be more excited about being a part of the creative powerhouse that is Shondaland at Netflix,” said Van Dusen. “Bringing these irresistible books by Julia Quinn to the screen, with the fearless and talented team of storytellers I’ve been so fortunate to have worked alongside for so long, is a dream come true. I am grateful to have a home at Netflix, whose commitment to innovative, groundbreaking storytelling is unmatched.”

The series also stars Golda Rosheuvel, Jonathan Bailey, Luke Newton, Claudia Jessie, Nicola Coughlan, Ruby Barker, Sabrina Bartlett, Ruth Gemmell, Adjoa Andoh, Polly Walker, Ben Miller, Bessie Carter and Harriet Cains and Julie Andrews as the voice of Lady Whistledown.

Bridgerton premieres today on Netflix.

Want to lose yourself in the Regency world of the Bridgertons? Check out the best-selling novels by Julia Quinn that inspired the series.

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