The Incredibles. Poster of the 2004 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Incredibles: The Junior Novelization
Irene Trimble, 2004
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Brad Bird, 2004

Public opinion turns against superheroes due to the collateral damage caused by their crime-fighting. After several lawsuits, the government initiates the Superhero Relocation Program, which forces supers to permanently adhere to their secret identities and abandon their exploits.


The Killing Fields. Poster of the 1984 movie and cover of the 1985 book, The Death and Life of Dith Pran
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The Death and Life of Dith Pran
Sydney Schanberg, 1985
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Roland Joffé, 1984

In the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, during May 1973, the Cambodian national army wages a civil war with the communist Khmer Rouge group, a result of the Vietnam War spilling over Cambodia’s borders. Knowing that Pran will be imprisoned or killed, Rockoff and fellow photographer Jon Swain of The Sunday Times try to forge a British passport for Pran, but the deception fails when the image of Pran on the passport photo fades to nothing, as they lack adequate photographic developer.


The Killing Fields. Poster of the 1984 movie and cover of the book novelization
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The Killing Fields
Christopher Hudson, 1984
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Roland Joffé, 1984

In the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, during May 1973, the Cambodian national army wages a civil war with the communist Khmer Rouge group, a result of the Vietnam War spilling over Cambodia’s borders. Knowing that Pran will be imprisoned or killed, Rockoff and fellow photographer Jon Swain of The Sunday Times try to forge a British passport for Pran, but the deception fails when the image of Pran on the passport photo fades to nothing, as they lack adequate photographic developer.


Incredibles 2. Poster of the 2018 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Incredibles 2: The Junior Novelization
Suzanne Francis, 2018
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Brad Bird, 2018

Three months after the events of their last adventure, the Incredibles and Frozone battle the Underminer. trying to help Dash with math homework, Violet’s heartache over Tony standing her up for their first date (being unaware of his memory wipe), and Jack-Jack wreaks havoc with his burgeoning superpowers.


The Devil's Advocate. Poster of the 1997 movie and cover of the 1990 book
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The Devil's Advocate
Andrew Neiderman, 1990
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Taylor Hackford, 1997

Kevin Lomax, a defense attorney from Gainesville, Florida, has never lost a case. After the jury delivers a not guilty verdict, the head of the firm, John Milton, offers Kevin a large salary and an upscale apartment if he joins the firm.


Poltergeist. Poster of the 1982 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Poltergeist
James Kahn, 1982
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Tobe Hooper, 1982

Steven and Diane Freeling live a quiet life in a California planned community called Cuesta Verde, where Steven is a successful real estate developer and Diane looks after their children Dana, Robbie, and Carol Anne. The following night, while the Freelings sleep, Carol Anne fixates on the television set as it transmits static again.


Man, Woman and Child. Poster of the 1983 movie and cover of the 1970 book, Man, Woman, and Child
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Man, Woman, and Child
Erich Segal, 1970
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Dick Richards, 1983

The movie delves into the lives of an ordinary American family whose profound love is put to the test, challenging their bonds and prompting a soul-stirring exploration of adaptation and growth. Through a mature and engrossing lens, we witness the complexities and transformations that unfold, ultimately reaffirming the unyielding strength of their connection.


The Osterman Weekend. Poster of the 1983 movie and cover of the 1972 book
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The Osterman Weekend
Robert Ludlum, 1972
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Sam Peckinpah, 1983

CIA director Maxwell Danforth watches a recording of agent Laurence Fassett and his wife having sex. When Fassett goes into the bathroom to have a shower, two KGB assassins enter the bedroom and kill his wife. The CIA had in fact sanctioned her killing. Fassett, unaware of his employer’s involvement, was consumed by grief and rage. He hunted the assassins, eventually uncovering a Soviet spy network known as Omega.