The Answers (Lacey novel)
| Author | Catherine Lacey |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Farrar, Straus and Giroux |
Publication date | 2017 |
The Answers is a 2017 novel by American writer Catherine Lacey published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
Writing and publication
The novel emerged from a combination of two short stories.[1] The character Kurt Sky was not inspired by a particular actor.[2]
Reception
Dwight Garner, in a review published by The New York Times, praised the novel as a book of "intellect and amplitude that deepens as it moves forward".[3] Garner also praised the book as a worthwhile follow-up to Lacey's first novel, Nobody Is Ever Missing.[3] In a starred review, Kirkus Reviews said "with otherworldly precision and subtle wit, Lacey creates a gently surreal dreamscape that’s both intoxicating and profound. A singular novel; as unexpected as it is rich."[4]
Adaptation
Deadline reported in November 2022 that the novel would be adapted into a television series for channel FX.[5] In November 2022, David Corenswet was reported tapped to star as the male lead in the pilot, with Deadline describing his character 'Christopher Skye' as a charismatic but troubled movie star involved in an enigmatic, futuristic dating experiment.[6]
References
- ^ O'Grady, Megan (June 1, 2017). "This Summer's Must-Read Takes Dystopian Dating to a Whole New Level". Vogue. Retrieved March 27, 2023.
- ^ Rappis, Sydney (June 7, 2017). "Catherine Lacey's Novel Experiments". Interview Magazine. Retrieved April 2, 2023.
- ^ a b Garner, Dwight (May 30, 2017). "'The Answers' Runs Down the Rabbit Hole of Love". The New York Times. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
- ^ "The Answers". Kirkus Reviews. March 20, 2017. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
- ^ White, Peter (November 3, 2022). "Kit Steinkellner, Danny Strong & Darren Aronofsky Score Pilot Order At FX For 'The Answers' Adaptation". Deadline. Retrieved March 22, 2023.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (November 29, 2022). "David Corenswet To Star In FX Pilot 'The Answers' From Kit Steinkellner, Danny Strong & Darren Aronofsky". Deadline. Retrieved July 4, 2023.