Multiple choice general knowledge IN THE BOOK THE ORIGINAL PLOT IS IN WHICH CITY? LOS ANGELES NEWYORK CITY WASHINGTON CHICAGO Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Richard Matheson's 'I Am Legend' is specifically set in Los Angeles, where Robert Neville lives in a suburban home. This differs from film adaptations which place the story in New York City (Will Smith version) or other locations.