The Changeling (LaValle novel)
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| Author | Victor LaValle |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Yuko Shimizu |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Horror/Fantasy |
| Publisher | Spiegel & Grau |
Publication date | June 13, 2017 |
| Publication place | United States |
| Pages | 431 |
| ISBN | 0812995945 |
The Changeling is a 2017 fantasy/horror novel by Victor LaValle.
Synopsis
Apollo Kagwa is just beginning to settle into his new life as a committed and involved father, unlike his own father who abandoned him, when his wife Emma begins acting strange. Disconnected and uninterested in their new baby boy, Emma at first seems to be exhibiting signs of post-partum depression, but it becomes clear that her troubles go beyond that. Before Apollo can do anything to help, Emma commits a horrific act—beyond any parent's comprehension—and vanishes, seemingly into thin air. Thus begins Apollo's journey through an enchanted world to find his wife.
Reception
The Changeling received the 2018 Locus Award for Horror Novel,[1][2] the 2018 British Fantasy Award for Horror Novel,[3] and other awards and nominations. It won the 2018 World Fantasy Award for Best Novel (2018), tying with Jade City by Fonda Lee,[4] and was one of 15 winners of the 2018 American Book Award.[5][6] It was 7th in Time magazine's "Top 10 Novels of 2017"[7] and among The New York Times Book Review's "100 Notable Books of 2017."[8]
Adaptations
In 2018, FX announced that they were planning a TV adaptation of The Changeling. The series would be a co-production with Annapurna Television with Kelly Marcel attached to pen the script.[9] After Disney's acquisition of 21st Century Fox assets, Disney announced budget cuts leading to the series' cancellation.[citation needed] In 2021, Apple TV+ announced a series order for the show, with Lakeith Stanfield to star and executive produce.[10]
References
- ^ "2018 Locus Awards Winners". Locus Magazine. June 23, 2018. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Schaub, Michael (June 26, 2018). "Locus Award winners include N.K. Jemisin, Victor LaValle and John Scalzi". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "British Fantasy Awards 2018 – winners". The British Fantasy Society. October 22, 2018. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "World Fantasy Awards 2018". World Fantasy Convention. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "LaValle Wins American Book Award". Locus Magazine. September 23, 2018. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "American Book Awards honor cultural diversity". Seattle Times. Associated Press. August 13, 2018. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Begley, Sarah (November 21, 2017). "The Top 10 Novels of 2017". Time. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "100 Notable Books of 2017". The New York Times. November 22, 2017. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Goldberg, Lesley (June 12, 2018). "FX Adapting Fairy-Tale Novel "The Changeling" for TV (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Apple TV+ orders "The Changeling", starring and executive produced by LaKeith Stanfield, written by Kelly Marcel, and directed by Melina Matsoukas". Apple TV+ Press. August 25, 2021. Retrieved September 6, 2021.