Age: 47
male
Patrick Somerville is an American novelist and screenwriter known for his literary works and contributions to television. He has authored novels such as "The Cradle" and "This Bright River," receiving critical acclaim for his storytelling and character development. In addition to his literary accomplishments, Somerville has made significant contributions to television as a screenwriter. He served as a writer and producer for the acclaimed series "The Leftovers" and created the Netflix series "Maniac," which showcased his imaginative storytelling and unique narrative style. Somerville's ability to craft compelling stories across different mediums has established him as a versatile and influential figure in literature and television.
Set in an alternate 1890s America devastated by a 19th-century flu pandemic, Outlawed follows Ada, a brilliant young midwife whose life is upended by strict, state-mandated fertility laws. In a society where a woman’s worth is measured solely by her ability to bear children, barrenness is treated as a crime and a curse. When Ada fails to conceive after a year of marriage, her community turns against her with accusations of witchcraft. Forced to flee her hometown and family to escape execution, she initially seeks refuge in a quiet convent. However, unable to accept a life of passive hiding, Ada leaves the sanctuary and crosses paths with the notorious Hole-in-the-Wall Gang, an outlaw band that forever alters her destiny.Instead of traditional bandits, Ada discovers a found family of outcasts—including gender-nonconforming individuals, queer rebels, and infertile women—led by the charismatic and non-binary Hole-in-the-Wall Kid. Utilizing her medical skills to save a wounded member, Ada earns her place in the gang just as the Kid plans their most dangerous mission yet: robbing the Denver Mint. The heist aims to fund a sovereign sanctuary outside the reach of U.S. reproductive terror. As Ada transforms from a displaced exile into a resilient criminal, she must survive brutal shootouts, betrayal, and a relentless pursuit by law enforcement. Ultimate sacrifices push her to the limit, forcing her to step up and lead the survivors toward a new dawn of freedom.
