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Cherry is a 2018 semi-autobiographical novel written by American author Nico Walker. It was published by Alfred A. Knopf on August 14, 2018.

Plot summary
A young man drops out of college and enlists in the Army. He comes home in a poor state, becomes addicted to opiates, and starts robbing banks.

Reception
According to Vulture.com, upon its publication the book received "near-universal praise." It debuted at number 14 on The New York Times bestseller list.

Film adaptation
Days after the book's publication, the movie rights were acquired for $1 million by Joe and Anthony Russo's studio AGBO, with the brothers planning to direct and produce, and the script to be written by Jessica Goldberg.