Conspiracy of the Planet of the Apes helps fill some simian plot-holes

I may be losing some “geek cred” with this post, but I can’t help it: I’m a big big Planet of the Apes fan. I have three real loves when it comes to semi-obscure TV shows and movies: The Prisoner, Twin Peaks, and the Apes films. I’ve been an “Apeophile” for most of my life, and I can still remember specific dates cited in the films (thank goodness there wasn’t really an Ape Rebellion in 1991 – that would have really put a damper on my personal life).

I admit this because I just read (and am excited) about a new Apes novel that is forthcoming: Conspiracy of the Planet of the Apes fills the gaps (coughPlotHolescough) of the first three films. Read how Landon got lobotomized, how Dr. Milo repaired Taylor’s ship, how the three Ape-o-nauts were shot back into the 20th Century from 3955 (see what I mean about the whole date thing?). And more! Yes, of course, it’ll be pure pulp and probably cheesy as all get out, but sometimes you want a big sloppy fast food burger instead of a healthy meal.

Hat tip to Chud.com for bringing this to my attention, and here’s a link to the publisher.