TV series · 2022
Is Shining Girls based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Shining Girls is based on the book The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes (2013).
The TV series premiered in 2022.
The book behind Shining Girls
The Shining Girls
by Lauren Beukes · first published 2013 · science fiction
2013 novel by Lauren Beukes.
Common questions
Is Shining Girls based on a book?
Yes. Shining Girls is based on the book The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes (2013).
Who wrote the book Shining Girls is based on?
The Shining Girls was written by Lauren Beukes and first published in 2013.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read The Shining Girls before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.