I Am Pilgrim
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I Am Pilgrim is the debut novel by former journalist and screenwriter, Terry Hayes.[1] It was published on 18 July 2013 in the United Kingdom.
Synopsis
"Pilgrim" is an American former intelligence agent known as the "Rider of the Blue" who later writes a book on
variola major
virus.
Awards and honours
- 2014 Specsavers National Book Awards "Thriller & Crime Novel of the Year"[2]
Film adaptation
In July 2014, MGM bought the movie rights for the book and are set to target a series of films, similar to the Bond franchise, with Matthew Vaughn directing.[3] In April 2018, James Gray was set to direct.[4]
References
- ^ Maslin, Janet (16 June 2014). "A Superspy Races to Halt Armaggedon, 'I Am Pilgrim,' by Terry Hayes". The New York Times.
- ^ Alison Flood (27 November 2014). "David Nicholls and David Walliams win top prizes at National Book Awards". The Guardian. Retrieved 14 March 2015.
- ^ Siegal, Tatiana (29 September 2015). "Matthew Vaughn to Direct 'I Am Pilgram' for MGM (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter.
- ^ "James Gray To Direct MGM's 'I Am Pilgrim' Spy Franchise From Terry Hayes Novel". Deadline. 16 April 2018. Retrieved 17 April 2018.