The Ultimate Gift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 1991 book
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The Ultimate Gift
Jim Stovall, 1991
movie vs book
Michael O. Sajbel, 2006

When his rich grandfather, Howard Red Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. He strongly resents his grandfather because his father had died while working for him. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it.


The Ultimate Gift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Ultimate Gift
Rene Gutteridge, 2007
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Michael O. Sajbel, 2006

When his rich grandfather, Howard Red Stevens, dies, Jason does not expect to inherit anything from his multi-billion-dollar estate. He strongly resents his grandfather because his father had died while working for him. There is an inheritance, in fact, but it comes with a condition: Jason must complete 12 separate assignments within a year in order to get it.


The Ultimate Legacy. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Ultimate Legacy
Jim Stovall, 2016
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Joanne Hock, 2016

Jason Stevens receives an unexpected legacy from his grandfather upon his passing: a crash course in life. This road will lead him to the ultimate spiritual question: ‘What is the connection between riches and happiness?’ and transform him forever.


The Ultimate Legacy. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2013 book, The Gift of a Legacy
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The Gift of a Legacy
Jim Stovall, 2013
movie vs book
Joanne Hock, 2016

Jason Stevens receives an unexpected legacy from his grandfather upon his passing: a crash course in life. This road will lead him to the ultimate spiritual question: ‘What is the connection between riches and happiness?’ and transform him forever.


Must Love Dogs. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 2002 book
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Must Love Dogs
Claire Cook, 2002
movie vs book
Gary David Goldberg, 2005

Sarah Nolan, an attractive 40-year-old divorced preschool teacher, is urged by her family to date more. Although they show her photos of men with whom they want to set her up, Sarah does not seem interested in pursuing any relationships. Jake Anderson, another recent divorcé, finds himself in a similar position.


Open Water 2: Adrift. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 1996 book, Adrift
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Adrift
Kōji Suzuki, 1996
movie vs book
Hans Horn, 2006

During a weekend cruise on a luxurious party yacht, a group of old high-school friends finds themselves in a dire situation. After jumping into the ocean for a swim, they realize they forgot to lower the ladder, leaving them stranded in the water without a way to climb back onboard.


Beverly Hills Chihuahua. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Beverly Hills Chihuahua
Kate Egan, 2008
movie vs book   [NOVELIZATION]
Raja Gosnell, 2008

In Beverly Hills, California, wealthy businesswoman Vivian Viv Ashe leaves her richly pampered pet chihuahua, Chloe, with her irresponsible niece, Rachel, while she embarks on a business trip for ten days. When Rachel leaves Chloe alone in the hotel room to go dancing at a club, Chloe goes looking for her, but gets dognapped as she tries to find Rachel and is sent to the dog fights in Mexico City.