Taylor Swift’s influence does not stop at music; she can shake up the world of entertainment in ways people would not expect. That was clear when her thumbs-up for a book got Netflix to greenlight it for a screen adaptation. This is not just any series; her approval gives it extra buzz.

Packed with twists, suspense, and dark secrets, the effort is set to pull viewers in from the first scene and keep them hooked. It is a reminder of how one person’s taste can change what millions end up watching.

In her Disney+ docuseries, The End of an Era, Taylor Swift was heard listening to Liz Moore’s bestselling novel, The God of the Woods, backstage at the Eras Tour. Now, according to Variety, Netflix has picked up the book for a show adaptation, with Moore and Liz Hannah (The Girl From Plainville) set as co-showrunners, writers, and producers, promising a faithful and gripping translation from page to screen.

The God of the Woods follows the Van Laar family in the Adirondacks, whose dark secrets come to light after 13-year-old Barbara Van Laar disappears from her family’s summer camp. The story explores past tragedies, class tensions, and the destructive power of wealth and privilege. 

With its mix of suspense, family drama, and mystery, the series, reported exclusively by Variety, is shaping up to be a must-watch addition to Netflix's treasure trove of book-to-screen offerings. The book, in discussion meanwhile, also counts a former US president among its fans.

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An ex-POTUS known for sharing his summer books and music picks with the world, shouted out Liz Moore’s work not too long ago.

Liz Moore found a place on Barack Obama’s summer reading list in 2024 with The God of the Woods. She featured on the former president’s list alongside authors such as Adelle Waldman (Help Wanted), Kaliane Bradley (The Ministry of Time), Lisa Ko (Memory Piece), and many more.

The book was released last July. The debut date of Netflix’s series adaptation, meanwhile, is still at large, given that the production is still in the early stages of development.

Ultimately, with Netflix bringing The God of the Woods to the screen, the story that captivated both Taylor Swift and Barack Obama is set to reach an even wider audience. As the masses await the adaptation, the combination of Liz Moore and Liz Hannah’s vision and the book’s darkly compelling narrative promises a series that could dominate conversations and screens alike. In an era where a single recommendation can spark cultural moments, this adaptation is poised to be one to watch.

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