Is My Brilliant Friend based on a book?

Common questions

Is My Brilliant Friend based on a book?

Yes. My Brilliant Friend is based on the works My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante (2011) and Neapolitan Novels by Elena Ferrante (2014).

Who wrote the book My Brilliant Friend is based on?

My Brilliant Friend was written by Elena Ferrante and first published in 2011.

Is My Brilliant Friend part of a series?

Yes, it is book 1 in the Neapolitan Novels series.

Should I read the book before watching?

Start with My Brilliant Friend, book 1 of My Brilliant Friend. If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read it before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.