Off Campus: Elle Kennedy Analyzes What the TV Show Improved Upon Compared to Her Books

Elle Kennedy, the author of the Off Campus series, has shared her thoughts on the new Prime Video show based on her books. The show premiered its first season on May 13, and Elle discussed some of the changes made to adapt the love story between Hannah Wells and Garrett Graham for the screen.

One significant change was making Justin a musician in the show, instead of a football player as he was in the book. Elle explained that this change added an interesting dynamic to the story and provided a new way for Garrett and Hannah’s relationship to evolve. Despite the alteration, the core elements of their story remained intact, with Hannah’s crush on Justin leading to a fake dating arrangement that turns into something more.

Elle, who also serves as a producer on the show, expressed her satisfaction with the changes made for the adaptation. She emphasized the importance of capturing the vibe and dynamics of the relationships, friendships, and vulnerabilities between Garrett and Hannah on screen. The slow-burn romance between the characters was crucial to Elle, as she wanted to see their friendship grow into a meaningful relationship over time.

Overall, Elle praised the show for capturing the essence of Briar U and staying true to the spirit of her books. Fans can expect to see the trust, intimacy, and banter between Garrett and Hannah translated onto the screen in a way that honors the original story.

Off Campus season one is now available to stream on Prime Video, with a second season already in the works. As fans of the books tune in, they can look forward to experiencing the beloved characters and storylines in a new and exciting format.