Django Wexler’s next novel isn’t even out yet, and the rights to adapt it have already been picked up in what Deadline calls “a competitive battle.” How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying is being developed for Legendary by Adam Wingard, the director of Godzilla vs. Kong.
The novel is described by publisher Orbit as “Groundhog Day meets Guardians of the Galaxy.” Here’s the synopsis:
Davi has done this all before. She’s tried to be the hero and take down the all-powerful Dark Lord. A hundred times she’s rallied humanity and made the final charge. But the time loop always gets her in the end. Sometimes she’s killed quickly. Sometimes it takes a while. But she’s been defeated every time.
This time? She’s done being the hero and done being stuck in this endless time loop. If the Dark Lord always wins, then maybe that’s who she needs to be. It’s Davi’s turn to play on the winning side.
Wexler is also the author of several series, including The Wells of Sorcery and Burningblade & Silvereye.
How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying will be published on May 21st. The series is in early development, with no production schedule yet announced.
