I have read all 3 books in the series and was eagerly anticipating the movie release. I was not disappointed in the movie. It was well acted and did a great job of staying true to the plot of the book. However, if I hadn't read the book I would have found the movie to be a little weak. I don't think it is an outstanding, stand alone movie, but serves as a great side order to the book. The book is the burger and the movie is the fries.