Carley Fortune Thinks “There’s a Lot of Respect for the Readers of the Books” in Prime Video’s ‘Every Year After’: “They Understand How Important the Readers Are”
Carley Fortune, author of the novel "Every Summer After," talks about Prime Video's adaptation titled "Every Year After." She stresses the importance of keeping the story set in Canada and casting Canadian talent. Fortune says Prime Video respects the book's readership, citing previous successful adaptations.
- ▪Fortune grew up in Barry’s Bay, Ontario, which inspired the setting of her debut novel and the series.
- ▪She ensured the series remained set in Canada after an early script placed it in Wisconsin.
- ▪As an executive producer, she advocated for Canadian actress Elisha Cuthbert to play Sue Florek.
- ▪Fortune notes Prime Video respects the built‑in fanbase, referencing adaptations like "Off Campus" and "The Summer I Turned Pretty."
- ▪The series follows Percy Fraser returning to Barry’s Bay ten years after a pivotal summer romance.
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