Is the author of “The Night Watch” novels, Sergei Lukyanenko, well-known in Russia?
“Most definitely. He is one of the most popular science fiction writers in Russia. Since the 1980’s Sergei wrote around 30 novels. The famous “Night Watch” books were published around 1998 and eventually sold over 2 million copies worldwide.” Could you name an American author with a similar level of popularity/fame in this country? “Dan Brown (‘The Da Vinci Code’), James Patterson (‘Cross’), and Stephen King.” Why do you think the “Night Watch” books received all the attention they did in Russia? “I think Sergei’s strikingly original writing style made him very popular. Every single book has elements of suspense, psychological drama, and humor (all at the same time!) His books are so engaging and addictive that once you start reading, you literally can’t stop.” What role did the books play in the success of their cinematic counterparts? “The popularity of the books definitely played a tremendous role in the success of Day Watch and Night Watch films. These books are so intriguing, thou
