Book-to-movie adaptations have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many beloved novels being brought to life on the big screen. While some adaptations have been successful in capturing the essence of the book, others have fallen short of expectations. However, there are still some book-to-movie adaptations that I’d love to see come to fruition. Here are the top ten adaptations I’d like to see finished:

1. “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern – This magical and enchanting novel would make for a visually stunning movie adaptation. The intricate world of the circus, with its black and white tents and mysterious performers, would be a treat for the eyes.

2. “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman – This heartwarming and poignant novel follows the life of quirky and lonely Eleanor Oliphant. A movie adaptation could bring her story to a wider audience, highlighting the importance of compassion and human connection.

3. “The Miniaturist” by Jessie Burton – This atmospheric historical novel set in 17th century Amsterdam would make for a suspenseful and visually striking movie adaptation. The mysterious and intricate world of the miniatures would be captivating on the big screen.

4. “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab – This beautifully written and imaginative novel explores themes of immortality and identity. A movie adaptation could bring Addie’s story to life in a visually stunning and emotionally resonant way.

5. “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman – This heartwarming and humorous novel follows the curmudgeonly Ove as he navigates life and unexpected friendships. A movie adaptation could capture the heart and humor of the story, bringing Ove’s journey to the big screen.

6. “All the Light We Cannot See” by Anthony Doerr – This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths cross during World War II. A movie adaptation could bring the beauty and tragedy of their story to life in a powerful and moving way.

7. “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid – This engrossing and emotional novel follows the glamorous and enigmatic Evelyn Hugo as she recounts her tumultuous life in Hollywood. A movie adaptation could capture the glamour and drama of Evelyn’s story, bringing her larger-than-life character to the big screen.

8. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens – This bestselling novel follows the life of Kya Clark, a young girl who grows up in the marshes of North Carolina. A movie adaptation could capture the beauty and solitude of the marsh, as well as the mystery surrounding Kya’s life.

9. “My Sister’s Keeper” by Jodi Picoult – This emotional and thought-provoking novel explores themes of family, love, and sacrifice. A movie adaptation could bring the complex relationships and moral dilemmas of the story to life on the big screen.

10. “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah – This bestselling novel follows two sisters in Nazi-occupied France during World War II. A movie adaptation could bring the courage and resilience of the sisters to the forefront, highlighting their bravery in the face of adversity.

These are just a few of the book-to-movie adaptations I’d love to see finished. Each of these novels has the potential to make an impactful and visually stunning movie adaptation, capturing the beauty and depth of the original stories. Hopefully, these adaptations will come to fruition in the near future, bringing these beloved books to a wider audience.