For those who are going to go to the cinema to see these films, it will not be superfluous to read these works. After all, it will be easier to catch the essence in your native language than in the original voice acting. You can always buy books in Europe with delivery on our website. We have collected the 5 most interesting stories, the film adaptations of which will be in cinemas as early as 2024. These are books about politics, teenagers, science fiction, war and difficult childhood.

"My Life", Golda Meir

Golda Meir was born to Ukrainian Jews in Kiev, went through two emigrations, and then became the Prime Minister of Israel. A particularly critical period in her career was the Yom Kippur War of 1973, when the existence of the state was threatened. However, thanks to the determination and intelligence of the Prime Minister, Israel neutralized its enemies in 18 days.

The film "Golda" was released in Ukrainian cinemas on January 25. Although its creators do not indicate a reference to the memoirs, the plot of the film revolves around the life of Golda Meir - in particular, during the Yom Kippur War. The main roles are played by Helen Mirren, Camille Cotten and Liev Schreiber.

"Gray Bees", Andriy Kurkov

Andrey Kurkov's novel "Gray Bees" has been awarded a prestigious literary award - the French Medici Prize for the best foreign work. The story is about two men, pensioner Sergei Sergeevich and his former classmate Pashko, who live in a gray zone. They have learned to live their lives under shells and are not afraid of uninvited armed guests. But even this shaky world collapses when a Russian sniper appears in the village.

The film "Gray Bees" directed by Dmitry Moiseyev has been selected for the main competition of the 53rd Rotterdam Film Festival, which starts on January 25, 2024. The main roles in the film were played by Viktor Zhdanov and Volodymyr Yamnenko.

"Leave it if you love it," Colleen Hoover

The main character Lily loses her father and is once again plunged into memories of a difficult childhood. The house of her parents, respected and decent citizens, was never a cozy family nest, because Lily and her mother lived in constant tension due to the aggressive nature of her father. Finally, the girl is ready to set out on her own path and build her own family. However, she must first overcome all the shadows of the past and dare to break the vicious circle of fear, indecision and love.

The film adaptation of the novel "Leave It If You Love Me" is scheduled for release on June 21. The film stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

"Dune", Frank Herbert

Only on the distant desert planet of Arrakis is melange mined - the most valuable and rarest substance that can prolong life and facilitate interstellar travel. Whoever owns the planet controls the entire universe. The enemies of the ruling Atreides clan have captured the planet, so the young Duke Paul needs to undergo serious personal transformations, as well as gain the favor of the indigenous inhabitants of Arrakis, to lead a tiny army against the countless forces of the enemy.

The fantastic action film "Dune: Part Two" is a sequel to the film that was released in 2021. The main roles are played by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Javier Bardem, Rebecca Ferguson. The premiere in Ukraine is scheduled for February 29, 2024.

"Summer Without You Is Not Summer. Book 2," by Jenny Han

This novel is a sequel to "This Summer I Became Beautiful." After Susanna's death, the lives of the Belle and Fisher families change. Everyone feels devastated and sad. Half of the summer passes without the usual beach house, long gatherings by the pool, and fun family evenings. It seemed that Belle would never go to Cousins ​​again, but Conrad's sudden disappearance changes the girl's plans. Jeremiah asks Bella for help to find his wayward brother. Can this summer still be saved?

The series of romance novels has been adapted into a TV series. The new season is scheduled to premiere on July 14, 2024. The main roles are played by Lola Tang, Gavin Casalengo, and Christopher Briney.