‘Divergent’
Why You Should Read It:
Divergent is the first book in the Divergent Trilogy by Veronica Roth. Set in a world where you’re placed in neat little categories called factions, it’s a dangerous game to be someone like Tris — someone who is Divergent. Being Divergent means you don’t just belong in one category, and it also means you can’t be controlled. Set in a frightening world that isn’t as impossible as it may seem at first glance, this is definitely a must-read book.
Why You Should Watch It:
Shailene Woodley has gotten a lot of press recently with her casting in such movies as Divergent and The Fault in Our Stars, among others. Directors, fellow cast members, and authors are all gushing about the actress, and we’re definitely looking forward to seeing her play Tris. With a strong fan base in place already, this movie has the potential to be huge and is definitely a can’t-be-missed film.
Release Date: March 21, 2014
‘Days of Future Past’
Why You Should Read It:
We’re switching it up a little in order to offer a different kind of book to read — a comic book. Days of Future Past is a popular story in the X-Men world, and one that you should definitely read ahead of the movie. While the film won’t be borrowing from the comic point for point, it will be interesting to see what parts make it into the film.
Why You Should Watch It:
The follow up to X-Men: First Class has a lot of promise. The first film blew X-Men fans out of the water, exploring Charles Xavier and Erik Lehnsherr as young men before they became enemies. Days of Future Past will bring the original story, the one with Patrick Stuart and Ian McKellan, in direct contact with the former one. And few things will get X-Men fans as excited as seeing Old Charles and Young Charles coming face to face.
Release Date: May 23, 2014
‘The Fault In Our Stars’
Why You Should Read It:
The Fault in our Stars is a beautiful story about life and death from author John Green. It follows Hazel and Augustus, who both have cancer, and explores how they live and express themselves in a world that doesn’t know exactly how to treat them. It’s full of deep thoughts and memorable moments, and we’d recommend it to anyone who isn’t opposed to crying their eyes out over fictional characters.
Why You Should Watch It:
When the author of the book visits the set of the film and can’t help but cry with joy, you know this is going to be a good movie. Green has been outspoken about his trust in the movie, and if it’s good enough for Green, it’s good enough for us. Shailene Woodley will play Hazel and Ansel Elgort will play Augustus.
Release Date: June 6, 2014
‘The Giver’
Why You Should Read It:
Louis Lowry wrote The Giver in 1993, and it has continued to be popular with both children and adults. It follows the story of a boy who is given the responsibility of remembering the history of the world that existed before the establishment of the Utopian society in which he now lives. Profound and full of important messages, this is definitely a novel that should be on your To Be Read list.
Why You Should Watch It:
This movie is already gearing up to be something of a magnificent adaptation. With names like Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep attached, it might be worth a viewing for the star power alone. Other actors involved include Alexander Skarsgård, Katie Holmes, and even Taylor Swift. Brenton Thwaites will play Jonas, and we’re sure that everyone working on this film will do their very best to capture the heart and soul of a book that is loved by so many.
Release Date: August 15, 2014
‘The Maze Runner’
Why You Should Read It:
The Maze Runner is the first book in the trilogy of the same name by James Dashner. It follows the story of Thomas, who wakes up in a strange place and can remember nothing more than his name. Set in a mysterious place surrounded by a maze that changes every night and contains hideous monsters within its walls, this is a sci-fi thriller that’s a little bit Lord of the Flies and a little bit The Hunger Games.
Why You Should Watch It:
Fans are cautiously optimistic to see The Maze Runner, which stars a relatively unknown — but very promising — actor named Dylan O’Brien. Though there is not yet a trailer for the film, author James Dashner’s excitement for the adaptation is contagious, and we’re hoping that this trilogy will do great things for both the novels and the cast and crew involved in the film.
Release Date: September, 2014
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