Author Colleen Hoover is getting another one of her books adapted into a movie, with her standalone thriller Verity being picked up by Amazon MGM Studios. The project was confirmed by Hoover herself, who shared the announcement on her Instagram Story. The screenplay for the film is being written by Hillary Seitz, known for her work on movies such as Insomnia, Eagle Eye, and The Unforgivable. Producers Nick Antosca and Alex Hedlund are also attached to the project.
First self-published by Hoover in 2018, Verity follows the story of Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer who takes on the task of finishing the remaining novels of best-selling author Verity Crawford, who is in a coma following a mysterious accident. While working on the books, Lowen uncovers Verity’s unfinished memoir, which reveals disturbing details about her hidden life, including the truth about her late daughter. As Lowen becomes romantically involved with Verity’s husband, she must navigate the blurred lines between fiction and reality within the complicated family dynamic.
With the movie adaptation of It Ends With Us, starring Blake Lively, set to premiere soon, the announcement of Verity being turned into a film adds to the growing list of Colleen Hoover’s works making its way to the silver screen. Despite no cast or director being announced for Verity yet, the credentials of the screenwriter and producers attached to the project hint at a promising adaptation that will do justice to the suspenseful and complex plot of the novel.
The success of Verity as a novel lies in its ability to captivate readers with its gripping story, which combines elements of mystery, romance, and psychological thriller. Hoover’s writing skillfully weaves together a narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, as they unravel the secrets and mysteries hidden within the pages of Verity’s memoir. The character of Lowen Ashleigh serves as a relatable protagonist, struggling with her own demons while getting entangled in a web of deceit and danger surrounding the enigmatic Verity Crawford.
As the production of the Verity movie moves forward, fans of Colleen Hoover’s work can anticipate a film adaptation that stays true to the essence of the novel while bringing its suspenseful storyline to life on the big screen. With the talented team of creators involved in the project, including the screenwriter and producers, there is excitement surrounding the potential for a gripping and memorable movie that captures the dark and twisted aspects of Verity’s tale. Hoover’s loyal fan base eagerly awaits the release of the film, hoping to see their favorite characters and storyline translated into a cinematic experience that does justice to the original novel.
