8 popular Netflix shows based on books

Siddhi Narvankar

Bridgerton

Bridgerton is based on the books of author Julia Quinn. Each season revolves around the Bridgerton family and focuses on one of the Bridgerton siblings and their quest for love amid scandals.

The Fall of the House of Usher

Inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, the gothic horror show is the tale of the Usher family and their ancestral home. It explores themes of madness, family curses and supernatural occurrences. 

Heartstopper

Adapted from Alice Oseman’s graphic novel, Heartstopper is a teenage drama series about Charlie and Nick, who meet at school. The show explores the themes of friendship, love and self-discovery.

Firefly Lane

Based on the popular book by author Kristin Hannah, the show follows the friendship between Kate and Tully. Their friendship goes through several ups and downs, as well as their individual ambitions and struggles.

The Lincoln Lawyer

Based on Michael Connelly’s novels, it is about Mickey Haller, an unconventional lawyer who practices law from his Lincoln Town Car. The show involves drama, action,  mystery, with Haller solving cases in LA.

Tales of the city

Based on Armistead Maupin’s novels, show continues the story from the early 1990s series. The story starts with Mary Ann returning to San Francisco and reuniting with her old friends from 28 Barbary Lane.

Tiny Pretty Things

Based on the books of Sona Charaipotra and Dhonielle Clayton, the show is set in an elite ballet school in Chicago, where the students face intense competition and is about the pressures of professional dance.

Shadow and Bone

Adapted from Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse novels, the show is a fantasy series. It revolves around Alina Starkov, an orphan who discovers a unique power and navigates the dangers that come with her abilities.