The Long Song. Poster of the 2018 TV series and cover of the 2010 book
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The Long Song
Andrea Levy, 2010
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Mahalia Belo, 2018

Set in early-1830s Jamaica, this BBC adaptation of Andrea Levy’s novel depicts the story of sugar cane plantation slave July as she adapts to her new role as a house slave for the demanding Caroline Mortimer and the arrival of the progressive overseer Robert Goodwin. Their fates become entwined during the 1831 Christmas Rebellion and the subsequent years of societal change.


Lee. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 1985 book, The Lives of Lee Miller
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The Lives of Lee Miller
Antony Penrose, 1985
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Ellen Kuras, 2023

The story of Elizabeth ‘Lee’ Miller, a fashion model turned respected war correspondent for Vogue magazine during World War II, exploring her journey from the fashion world to the frontlines of the war.


Love Again. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 2009 book, Text for You
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Text for You
Sofie Cramer, 2009
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Jim Strouse, 2023

In an attempt to alleviate the anguish of her partner’s passing, a young woman sends love messages to her deceased fiancé’s former cell phone number and develops a bond with the man who now possesses the number.