The Slap. Poster of the 2015 TV series and cover of the 2008 book
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The Slap
Christos Tsiolkas, 2008
TV series vs book
Jon Robin Baitz, Walter F. Parkes, 2015

Hector is a government employee, a husband, a father, and a cherished friend who is about to turn 40. His wife, Aisha, who is smart and attractive, is organizing a lively party for him with his noisy Greek relatives and friends. It appears to be a perfect day, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, that’s not the case.