Jolene. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 2004 book, Jolene: A Life
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Jolene: A Life
E. L. Doctorow, 2004
movie vs book
Dan Ireland, 2008

Jolene is a young woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating through a series of relationships and experiences. From her early years in foster care to her troubled adolescence, Jolene encounters various people, each leaving a lasting impact on her life.


Wakefield. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2015 book
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Wakefield
E. L. Doctorow, 2015
movie vs book
Robin Swicord, 2016

Experiencing a nervous breakdown, a man reaches a point where he decides to separate from his wife and takes refuge in his attic for an extended period. During this time, he contemplates assuming the status of a missing person, leaving his family and the authorities in uncertainty.