12 Gripping Series On Netflix Based On Bestselling Books To Keep You On Edge

Reading a novel or any book is an experience where you can visualise a whole new world and imagine characters to your liking. But when these popular reads get turned into a series? It's definitely a treat, as you can now see the action you so loved happening in front of your eyes. And if you're not an avid reader, you get an insight into what's got everyone excited without picking up the book as well. So, we're here with 12 such gripping series on Netflix that have been adapted from popular bestselling books that are absolutely worth a watch! Let's dive into the list.

1. Bridgerton

Based on Julia Quinn’s novel by the same name, the 1st season of the show deviated from the book when it actually disclosed the identity of Lady Whistledown AKA the town’s leading secret gossip magazine newspaper. Don’t worry, we won’t kill the suspense for you. Bridgerton is a romance-drama series that follows the lives of close-knit siblings of a powerful family who attempt to find love during the Regency era. So, if you love period dramas, then you will love this show and how regally and beautifully it’s been shot.

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2. Lupin

Lupin is the retelling of the notorious Arsène Lupin and is adapted from the novel by the same name authored by Maurice Leblanc. Based on the life of the world-famous gentleman thief and master of disguise, this classic French story will leave you in awe of his skill, even though we all know that it’s ethically wrong. And you might just end up rooting for our anti-hero! So, doesn’t it sound like something that you should watch?!

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3. Shadow And Bone

Based on the novel by the same name, this fantasy show follows the story of a mythical land called Ravka which has been split into 2 parts by a shadowy stretch where actual monsters lurk. Only someone who can summon the sun with their powers can unite the lands. These days the show is on the top and Ravka has been beautifully depicted. After that terrific ending, we just can’t wait for the new season. So, keep your popcorn close for this one!

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4. Tiny Pretty Things

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This series is adapted from the novel of the same name by Dhonielle Clayton and Sona Charaipotra. The intriguing story is about a ballet school where the star ballerina is brought down after an attack and her replacement enters a world wrecked with distrust, lies and betrayal. Watch her survive against these odds and make a place for herself in the hearts of the audience, which might just include you!

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5. Virgin River

This popular series on Netflix is based on a bestselling Harlequin novel by Robyn Carr. It follows the story of a nurse practitioner who moves from Los Angeles to a remote Northern California town seeking a fresh start and is surprised by what and who she finds. Is it an old flame? A long-lost friend? If you're also equally curious, then you must definitely give this romantic drama series a watch for sure!

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6. The Letter For The King

The Letter For The King is based on the book written by Dutch author Tonke Dragt. This adventure-thriller series follows a young squire who holds the fate of the kingdom in his hands as he embarks on a quest to deliver a secret message to the king. This EPIC journey will keep you on the edge of your seat and you'll definitely binge-watch your way through the series because that's how interesting it is. So, do keep your movie snack near for this one!

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7. Behind Her Eyes

Behind Your Eyes is based on the popular psychological-thriller novel by the same name authored by Sarah Pinborough. This psychological-thriller series has just had one season out and the climax is going to make you scream in terror (not the paranormal kind). The story is of a single mother who ends up getting tangled in mind games as she starts an affair with her new psychiatric boss and also befriends his mysterious wife. It’s as twisted as it sounds! We can’t wait for the new season, as the current gossip says there might be a new story in the second round.

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8. The Umbrella Academy

The next popular show on Netflix is based on American comic book series created and written by Gerard Way and illustrated by Gabriel Bá. The Umbrella Academy has 2 seasons as of now on Netflix, and the banging climax of the last season has still left us reeling! If you've read the comic series, you will want to watch this show or if you're into superhero shows, then too, this one is definitely an entertaining watch. The story follows six people with extraordinary powers and their quest to save the world from doomsday. Now, who’d want to say no to this fantastic story?!

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9. Jupiter’s Legacy

Jupiter's Legacy is based on Scottish writer Mark Millar’s comic of the same name. This story follows the turmoil that takes place when children with superpowers have to step into the feat of their legendary parents with a really high bench of expectations. Will they be successful? Or is this going to give rise to a new set of dangerous problems? You've gotta watch the show if you want an answer to these questions!

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10. Outlander

The next show on the list is adapted from the popular novel series written by Diana Gabaldon. It follows the life of a combat nurse in the year 1945 who is swept back in time to 1743. This gripping story follows her extraordinary journey of being torn between two loves and two different times. If you are fond of some period-fantasy shows with a pinch of drama, then you will absolutely love this one. Did you know the novel series that it's adapted from is still ongoing? Yep.

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11. You

You is based on the popular bestselling novel with the same name by Caroline Kepnes but there's no denying the fact that the show did make some creative changes to the storyline but the basic premise remains more or less the same. The stalker series has had two successful seasons so far, and each of them has ended on a major cliffhanger. The last one took almost all of us by surprise and boy we were not expecting those twists and turns. As difficult as it was keeping up with the constantly changing plot, we can admit, we kinda binged-watched our way through it. And let's admit it, we were not really mad at the ending, rather we've become more intrigued!

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12. The Last Kingdom

The last name on this list is based on the popular Historical novel series of the same name by Bernard Cornwell. This British series is the story of a time when England was invaded and during this Danes captured Uhtred, a young successor of Saxon earldom, and raise him as their own. However, years later, Uhtred's loyalties are put to the test by the Danes. If you love some Historical-action-drama series, then this one has been shot just for you. And yes, we're absolutely in love with the gorgeous backdrop of the show, that alone will make it an experience!

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These were a few popular names that you should definitely binge-watch your way through. We know some of them (if not all) introduced quite a few creative changes but that's the novelty factor and there's no denying that these will keep you hooked. So binge on!