The Finder. Poster of the 2012 TV series and cover of the 2004 book, The Knowland Retribution
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The Knowland Retribution
Richard Greener, 2004
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Hart Hanson, 2012

Walter Sherman, a veteran of the Iraq war, earned renown during his military service as the indispensable individual for hunting down insurgents, deserters, and locating improvised explosive devices. Tragically, an unforeseen turn of events occurred when an explosive device he was seeking found him first, causing significant brain damage that left an enduring and unanticipated impact.


The Finder. Poster of the 2012 TV series and cover of the 2006 book, The Lacey Confession
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The Lacey Confession
Richard Greener, 2006
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Hart Hanson, 2012

Walter Sherman, a veteran of the Iraq war, earned renown during his military service as the indispensable individual for hunting down insurgents, deserters, and locating improvised explosive devices. Tragically, an unforeseen turn of events occurred when an explosive device he was seeking found him first, causing significant brain damage that left an enduring and unanticipated impact.


L.A. Confidential. Poster of the 2003 movie and cover of the 1990 book
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L.A. Confidential
James Ellroy, 1990
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Eric Laneuville, 2003

The story is about several Los Angeles Police Department officers in the early 1950s who become embroiled in a mix of sex, corruption and murder following a massacre at the Nite Owl coffee shop. The story eventually encompasses organized crime, political corruption, heroin trafficking, pornography, prostitution and Hollywood.


The Odyssey. Poster of the 1997 TV series and cover of the -700 book
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The Odyssey
Homer, -700
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Andrei Konchalovsky, 1997

Odysseus, the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Ithaca, is called to service in the Trojan War after the birth of his son Telemachus, much to the dismay of his wife Queen Penelope. Odysseus is worried that he may not return, and tells Penelope that she should remarry by the time Telemachus is a man if he does not return.


A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2002 book
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A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints
Dito Montiel, 2002
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Dito Montiel, 2006

Caught in a dilemma involving his ailing father, his overbearing friend and guardian Antonio, the conflicts in the neighborhood, and the seductive allure of youthful desires, Dito grapples with the urge to break free, ultimately choosing to flee from all that is familiar to him.


Actors Anonymous. Poster of the 2017 movie and cover of the 2013 book
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Actors Anonymous
James Franco, 2013
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Melanie Aitkenhead, Abi Damaris Corbin, Shaun Duffy, 2017

This film is a cinematic adaptation of James Franco’s novel ‘Actors Anonymous,’ delving into the intricate lives of young actors in Hollywood. It unravels the rollercoaster journey, from the soaring highs to the crushing lows, unveiling the web of lies and heartbreak that accompanies their pursuit of stardom.


In Cold Blood. Poster of the 1996 TV series and cover of the 1965 book
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In Cold Blood
Truman Capote, 1965
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Jonathan Kaplan, 1996

Detective Alvin Dewey from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation takes charge of a perplexing case when a well-to-do and highly regarded Kansas farmer, along with his wife and two teenage children, are ruthlessly murdered. With a lack of leads, apparent motives, and suspects, this gripping series delves into the depths of criminal psychology, unraveling the enigmatic inner workings of those involved.


Heaven's Prisoners. Poster of the 1996 movie and cover of the 1988 book
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Heaven's Prisoners
James Lee Burke, 1988
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Phil Joanou, 1996

Dave Robicheaux, a seasoned New Orleans police officer, eventually renounces the badge and begins a new life with his wife on a swamp. However, he returns to the conflict after a strange plane crash when his family is brutally threatened.


The Specialist. Poster of the 1994 movie and cover of the 1984 book, A Talent for Revenge
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A Talent for Revenge
John Cutter, 1984
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Luis Llosa, 1994

In 1984, Captain Ray Quick and Colonel Ned Trent, explosives experts working for the CIA, are on a mission to blow up a car transporting a South American drug dealer. Against his better judgment, and pushed by her insistence that she will infiltrate the gang with or without him, Ray is persuaded to accept the job.


Walking Shadow. Poster of the 2001 movie and cover of the 1994 book
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Walking Shadow
Robert B. Parker, 1994
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Po-Chih Leong, 2001

At the behest of his longstanding companion, Dr. Susan Silverman, Spenser undertakes a pro bono investigation into the disturbing case of a theater company director being stalked. However, before he can even commence his inquiries, a shocking incident unfolds during a play, with an actor losing their life to an unexpected arrow strike.


The Child. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2007 book
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The Child
Sebastian Fitzek, 2007
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Zsolt Bács, 2012

When Robert Stern consented to this unconventional meeting, he had no inkling that he was essentially scheduling a rendezvous with mortality. Even more surprising was the fact that death would enter his life in the most desolate corner of an industrial estate.


The Reliant. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the 2017 book
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The Reliant
Patrick Johnston, 2017
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Paul Munger, 2019

Following a routine trip to the store that escalates into a situation of rioting and chaos, Rick, a father of five, rushes home urgently, aiming to gather his family and secure their safety. However, his efforts are thwarted when the same armed men unexpectedly emerge. Caught in the midst of a deadly crossfire, the children are compelled to defend their lives, their home, and their family.