Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 1987 book, Patriot Games
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Patriot Games
Tom Clancy, 1987
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Carlton Cuse, Graham Roland, 2018-2023

When CIA analyst Jack Ryan stumbles upon a suspicious series of bank transfers his search for answers pulls him from the safety of his desk job and catapults him into a deadly game of cat and mouse throughout Europe and the Middle East, with a rising terrorist figurehead preparing for a massive attack against the US and her allies.


Lone Survivor. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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Lone Survivor
Marcus Luttrell, 2006
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Peter Berg, 2013

In 2005, Afghanistan, Taliban leader Ahmad Shah is responsible for killing over twenty United States Marines, as well as villagers and refugees who were aiding American forces. As part of the mission, a four-man SEAL reconnaissance and surveillance team is given the task of locating Shah. The four SEALs include team leader Michael Murphy, Marksmen and medic Marcus Luttrell, Matthew Axelson and communications specialist Danny Dietz.


Body of Lies. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 2007 book
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Body of Lies
David Ignatius, 2007
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Ridley Scott, 2008

Roger Ferris is a CIA case officer in Iraq, tracking a terrorist called Al-Saleem. when Nizar is captured, Ferris is forced to shoot him to prevent his exposing the identities of Ferris and his associate, Bassam. Ferris and some salvaged discs are rescued by helicopter, but Bassam is killed in the explosion.


Arthur the King. Poster of the 2024 movie and cover of the 2016 book, Arthur: The dog who crossed the jungle to find a home
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Arthur: The dog who crossed the jungle to find a home
Mikael Lindnord, 2016
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Simon Cellan Jones, 2024

Mikael Lindnord, captain of the Swedish adventure running team, experienced a remarkable encounter during a 400-mile race in the Ecuadorian jungle when a stray dog crossed his path. After offering the dog food, it continued to accompany him throughout the entire course, tackling even the most challenging terrains. Upon completing the race, Lindnord made the heartfelt decision to adopt the dog, whom he named Arthur, and brought him back to Sweden.