TV series · 2011 · Hunan Broadcasting System
Is Scarlet Heart based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Scarlet Heart is based on the book Bu Bu Jing Xin by Tong Hua (2005).
The TV series premiered in 2011 on Hunan Broadcasting System.
The book behind Scarlet Heart
Bu Bu Jing Xin
by Tong Hua · first published 2005 · alternate history, science fiction, historical fiction
2005 novel written by Tong Hua, the title translates as "Startling Every Step".
Other adaptations of Bu Bu Jing Xin
- Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (TV, 2016)
Common questions
Is Scarlet Heart based on a book?
Yes. Scarlet Heart is based on the book Bu Bu Jing Xin by Tong Hua (2005).
Who wrote the book Scarlet Heart is based on?
Bu Bu Jing Xin was written by Tong Hua and first published in 2005.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Bu Bu Jing Xin before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.