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Clare Mackintosh Novel Optioned by Red Planet Pictures
10 Feb
Summary
- Red Planet Pictures acquired rights to Clare Mackintosh's upcoming novel.
- Kam Odedra will adapt the bestselling author's book for television.
- The thriller, 'It's Not What You Think', is set for a March 2026 release.
Red Planet Pictures has successfully acquired the option for "It's Not What You Think," the forthcoming novel by bestselling author Clare Mackintosh. This acquisition comes after a competitive auction, underscoring the high demand for Mackintosh's work.
Kam Odedra, whose writing credits include "Hijack" and "Lupin," is set to adapt the novel for television. Mackintosh expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, calling Red Planet Pictures the "perfect partner" for her ambitious thriller, which is scheduled for publication in March 2026.
The novel centers on Nadeeka Prasanna and Detective Chief Inspector Lauren Caldwell, who are drawn into an investigation following the murder of Nadeeka's partner. The plot promises dark, sinister twists as the characters race against time to uncover the truth, with the author noting that "none of what emerges is what you think."
