Harlan Coben’s New Novel ‘Nobody’s Fool’ – A Sequel to Netflix Series ‘Fool Me Once’

Harlan Coben’s latest novel, “Nobody’s Fool,” is set to hit shelves soon, and the inspiration behind it may surprise some fans. Coben reveals that this new book is actually centered around Adeel Akhtar’s character, Sami Kierce, from the Netflix series “Fool Me Once,” taking place one year after the events of the show. What’s interesting is that Sami Kierce and his wife were not major characters in the original “Fool Me Once” book, making this novel more of a sequel to the TV series than the book itself – a rare occurrence according to Coben.

The character of Sami Kierce was a small part in the book, but the series creators saw potential to expand his role. Producer Nicola Shindler explains that they always look for elements missing from the book that could enhance a series adaptation, while co-adapter Danny Brocklehurst mentions that they worked to build out Sami Kierce’s character for the show. This effort led to Harlan Coben writing “Nobody’s Fool” based on this expanded character.

It’s fascinating to see how the world of a book and a TV series can intersect and inspire new stories. Coben and his team’s creative work on Sami Kierce has now blossomed into a standalone novel, adding depth and complexity to the character’s journey. If you’re a fan of “Fool Me Once” or enjoy Coben’s storytelling, “Nobody’s Fool” promises to be an intriguing read that builds upon the foundations laid out in the series.