“What makes a good book and what makes a good movie are totally different things.”

–Seth Grahame-Smith

There’s this age-old debate that books are always better than movies. This argument has been going on ever since some of the incredible stories from books garnered the attention of the entertainment industry and got adapted into films/TV shows. Now, many people might disagree with it, but one thing is definite for an avid book reader. Whenever you watch a movie or a TV show that entices you, the next thing you realize is that you are searching for some other epic books with similar plots or vice versa. Every year, movies based on books release in theatres or on online streaming websites. Movie critics do not waste a single moment sharing their thoughts on where it stands with the book. Many TV shows based on books also get compared to the original source. This intrigues the readers and leaves them with the ultimate dilemma of whether the book was better or the movie.

Today we bring you epic books that resemble famous movies and/or TV shows. Not sure which ones to read next? Here’s the list for you to decide.

Book: Drogo: Romano-Briton
Author: Noel D Conway
Similar TV Show: Game of Thrones

Drogo: Romano-Briton is set in first-century Britain, giving you instant Game of Thrones vibes. Drogo is a young, courageous warrior who will stop at nothing to resist the Roman invaders. In an age where the Romans are the most dominating force on Earth, Drogo soon realizes it won’t be easy to defeat them. Instead, he decides to learn tactics from them that could be useful to him. While working for the Romans, Drogo is denounced as a traitor and is forced into a British camp. With the help of a Celtic goddess, Arianrhod and the mystic Arthfael, he begins his quest for creating a Roman British Legion. Will he be successful in his mission or will his dreams be shattered once and for all? Similarly, TV shows based on books like Game of Thrones is also set in a medieval world where warriors fight for the kingdom. If you like Game of Thrones, buy Drogo: Romano-Briton here.

Book: Daisy Weal
Author: Robert A.V. Jacobs
Similar Movie: Matilda

Daisy Weal was nothing like the ordinary girl. Her life was vastly dissimilar to that of a normal girl of her age. Daisy was born with a special gift that no one should know about. She spent a lot of her time trying to control her powers and fit in with the rest of the lot. Daisy finds a companion in her intricate life in the form of a dog, Bruce. Daisy and Bruce, together, face the world while Daisy tries to come to terms with who she really is. Should Daisy accept that she is not completely human or be content with the small human part? This book will remind you of Matilda in the sense that both Daisy and Matilda are little girls born with a special gift. Matilda’s impeccable intelligence and telekinesis set her apart from the rest. Similarly, Daisy Weal is born with special powers that shall be disclosed in the book. If you like movies based on epic books like Matilda, buy Daisy Weal here.

Book: A Secret Existence
Author: George A Smith
Similar TV Show: Spooks

If you like the TV Show, Spooks, filled with lots of tension and drama, apocalyptic terror threats and deadly racist maniacs, then you’re definitely going to have an epic reading session with this book.

Whenever the members of MI5 get killed on service, nothing is ever made public and their existence is never even acknowledged. The MI5 recruits Ben Swan. He had been previously working as a detective with the Counter Terrorism Command in Ireland. After being recruited in the MI5, his real identity remains hidden from his colleagues. Ben gets assigned to track down the terrorists who plan to initiate a bombing campaign. He dwells deep into the investigation, coming face to face with dangers and adversities. The only people he can trust are his fellow agents, whose identities are also hidden from him. Will Ben succeed in his task? Will the terrorists get caught? To know more, buy this book here.

Book: The Lying Truth
Author: Jaimy vd Waal
Similar Movie: I Am Mother and Passengers

The human race is on the verge of extinction in the year 2070, as a series of catastrophic disasters are imminent. A life-saving facility is constructed as a hub for survival and recolonization to save the human species. In a random pick, 1000 individuals are selected and put into a hibernation state to ensure survival. Things get a bit uncertain when a computer with artificial intelligence is left in charge to ensure human survival. The AI computer comes into action when question marks are raised over the human right to freedom. From then onwards, it’s a war between the two. Is there any chance of liberation for these people? What will the consequences be of rebellion? I Am Mother, a recently released Netflix movie, has a similar vibe where a teenage girl is raised by a robot designed to repopulate Earth. The concept of hibernation cells and being put into deep sleep can also be found in Passengers. So, if you enjoyed watching those two movies, this book will make for an epic reading time. Order now.

For a movie buff or a bookworm, this list of epic books resembling movies/TV Shows is a must-read to help decide the next book to add to their TBR list. It doesn’t matter if you love movies based on books or not, you’re definitely going to love our list of epic reads.

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