Heroes of the Golden Mask. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 2018 book, The Ruined City
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The Ruined City
John Wilson, 2018
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Sean Patrick O'Reilly, 2023

Charlie, a witty and homeless American orphan, finds himself magically transported to the ancient Chinese kingdom of Sanxingdui. There, he teams up with a vibrant group of superheroes to protect the city from a ruthless conqueror. While fighting alongside the heroes, Charlie also hatches a secret plan to steal the invaluable golden masks that bestow their powers.


1st to Die. Poster of the 2003 movie and cover of the 2001 book
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1st to Die
James Patterson, 2001
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Russell Mulcahy, 2003

Homicide inspector Lindsay Boxer joins forces with three other female professionals to catch a serial killer who targets newlywed brides on their honeymoons. As she works to solve the most significant case of her career, Lindsay finds herself developing feelings for her partner and struggling with a life-threatening illness.


The Ravine. Poster of the 2021 movie and cover of the 2014 book
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The Ravine
Robert Pascuzzi, 2014
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Keoni Waxman, 2021

This is a story inspired by true events. In a peaceful suburb of Akron, Ohio, the town awakens discovering that Rachel Turner and her son, Evan have been brutally murdered during the night. Days later, Danny Turner, the husband and father is found at the bottom of a ravine. Cause of death: Suicide, no one knows why he committed his last series of crimes.


Catwoman. Poster of the 2004 movie and cover of the 1940 comic book
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Catwoman
Bill Finger, Bob Kane, 1940
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Pitof, 2004

Liquidated after discovering a corporate conspiracy, mild-mannered graphic artist Patience Phillips washes up on an island, where she’s resurrected and endowed with the prowess of a cat – and she’s eager to use her new skills … as a vigilante. Before you can say “cat and mouse,” handsome gumshoe Tom Lone is on her tail.


Catwoman. Poster of the 2004 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Catwoman
Elizabeth Hand, 2004
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Pitof, 2004

Liquidated after discovering a corporate conspiracy, mild-mannered graphic artist Patience Phillips washes up on an island, where she’s resurrected and endowed with the prowess of a cat – and she’s eager to use her new skills … as a vigilante. Before you can say “cat and mouse,” handsome gumshoe Tom Lone is on her tail.