Ararat (novel)
Ararat is a 2017 horror novel by Christopher Golden.
| Author | Christopher Golden |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Series | Ben Walker |
| Genre | Horror, thriller |
| Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
Publication date | April 18, 2017 |
| Pages | 320 |
| ISBN | 978-1-250-11705-2 |
Synopsis edit
After an earthquake reopens a cave on Mount Ararat, revealing a ship that many researchers and treasure seekers identify as Noah's Ark. Inside, explorers uncover demonic opposition.
Reception edit
Ararat was well received by critics for its suspense and well developed characters.[1][2][3][4] Dave Simms of Cemetery Dance Publications wrote that "Golden's knack for intertwining sympathetic characters and the horrific with suspense begs for continued reading".[5] The book received the Bram Stoker Award for Novel in 2017.[6]
Adaptation edit
In 2019, AGC Television purchased the rights to produce a television series based on Ararat and its sequels.[7] The series was scheduled to begin production on a first season based on the book in late 2019.[8]
References edit
- ^ "Ararat by Christopher Golden". www.publishersweekly.com. from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ "a book review by Catherine Grant: Ararat". www.nyjournalofbooks.com. from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ ARARAT | Kirkus Reviews.
- ^ "Ararat: A Novel | Washington Independent Review of Books". www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com. from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ "Review: 'Ararat' by Christopher Golden". Cemetery Dance Online. April 11, 2017. from the original on September 30, 2022. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ "2017 Bram Stoker Award® Winners & Nominees – The Bram Stoker Awards". from the original on August 13, 2022. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (February 5, 2019). "AGC Television Plots Series From Christopher Golden's Ben Walker Book Franchise". Deadline. from the original on December 26, 2022. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ Roxborough, Scott (February 5, 2019). "AGC Television to Adapt Christopher Golden's Ben Walker Novels". The Hollywood Reporter. from the original on February 17, 2023. Retrieved February 17, 2023.