Adaptation of Jordan Harper's Novel into a Movie: A Bitter-Sweet Journey
In the world of crime fiction, Jordan Harper has made a name for himself with his gritty portrayals of the Los Angeles underworld and complex characters facing moral complexities. Known primarily for his award-winning novel She Rides Shotgun, Harper is now set to release a sequel titled "A Violent Masterpiece".
The novel, a follow-up to Harper's "Everybody Knows", promises to delve deeper into the dark corners of California, featuring dirtbag motels, meth labs, prisons, diners, and the Aryan Steel gang. The setting is a far cry from the glitz and glamour often associated with the Golden State.
Harper's inspiration for "A Violent Masterpiece" can be traced back to his love for the film "Shogun Assassin". After multiple rewatches, the seeds of his latest novel were sown.
While Harper has made a significant impact in the literary world, he has not shied away from expressing his disdain for Hollywood executives. He has criticised them for their "cheap greed" and "loathsome brainworms". Despite this, he has no plans to adapt "Everybody Knows" himself, as a film version is already in the works with another writer.
Harper's career in writing began while working for the television show "The Mentalist". It was during this time that he penned his breakout novel, "She Rides Shotgun". The novel, which won the Edgar Award for Best Debut Novel in 2017, was later adapted into a crime thriller film starring Taron Egerton and Ana Sophia Heger.
In addition to "A Violent Masterpiece" and "Everybody Knows", Harper has published other novels set in the same gritty California milieu, including "The Last King of California" and a short story collection titled "Love and Other Wounds".
Interestingly, Harper initially wrote "She Rides Shotgun" from Nate's point of view, but realized it needed to be told from Polly's perspective. He rewrote virtually every page to reflect this change, demonstrating his commitment to creating authentic and compelling characters.
Collaborating with Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski, Harper also penned the screenplay for the film adaptation of "She Rides Shotgun". The novel's underlying theme, about a father protecting his offspring in a brutal world, is a timeless one that resonates deeply with readers and audiences alike.
As Harper continues to push boundaries and explore the darker aspects of society, there's no doubt that "A Violent Masterpiece" will be a highly anticipated addition to his body of work. With its gritty setting, complex characters, and suspenseful plot, readers can expect another masterpiece from the black belt in writing fiction and television scripts.
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Delving deeper into his passion for noir fiction and historical crime, Jordan Harper is set to release a sequel to his critically acclaimed novel "Everybody Knows", titled "A Violent Masterpiece". This new book promises to offer an immersive reading experience as it delves into the shady corners of California, filled with dirtbag motels, meth labs, prisons, diners, and the Aryan Steel gang, providing entertainment that transcends the glitz and glamour often associated with the Golden State.
Adding to his collection of gritty novels set in California, "A Violent Masterpiece" is a testament to Jordan Harper's commitment to creating authentic and compelling crime narratives, much like his award-winning book "She Rides Shotgun" and the short story collection "Love and Other Wounds".
