Sherlock Holmes. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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A Study in Scarlet
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Guy Ritchie, 2009

After finally catching serial killer Lord Blackwood, legendary sleuth Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson can close yet another successful case. But when Blackwood mysteriously returns from the grave and resumes his killing spree, Holmes must take up the hunt once again and will have to unravel the clues that will lead him into a twisted web of murder, deceit, and black magic.


Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 1887 book, A Study in Scarlet
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A Study in Scarlet
Arthur Conan Doyle, 1887
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Guy Ritchie, 2011

In 1891, Irene Adler delivers a package to Dr. Hoffmanstahl, payment for a letter he was to deliver. Adler meets with Professor Moriarty to explain the events, but Moriarty, deeming her position compromised by her love for Holmes, seemingly poisons and kills her.


Above Suspicion. Poster of the 2009 TV series and cover of the 2004 book
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Above Suspicion
Lynda La Plante, 2004
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Lynda La Plante, 2009-2012

Is rookie detective Anna Travis equipped to thrive in a predominantly male domain? Drawing inspiration from Lynda La Plante’s acclaimed novels, this popular British police drama serves as a more youthful and spirited heir to Prime Suspect.


A Haunting in Venice. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 1969 book, Hallowe'en Party
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Hallowe'en Party
Agatha Christie, 1969
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Kenneth Branagh, 2023

Set in post-World War II Venice, Poirot, who is now retired and living in self-imposed isolation, hesitantly participates in a seance. However, when one of the attendees is murdered, the former detective is compelled to resume his role in unraveling the identity of the killer.


Shell Shock. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the 1998 book, Triage
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Triage
Scott Anderson, 1998
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Danis Tanovic, 2009

Following a devastating injury sustained during a mission, Mark Walsh, a seasoned photojournalist marked by the scars of battle, returns home from Kurdistan, leaving behind his friend and fellow journalist David. As haunting images trigger harrowing flashbacks of the wartime atrocities he witnessed, Mark becomes consumed by an insatiable desire to uncover the unsettling truth surrounding David’s vanishing act.


The Safe House. Poster of the 2002 movie and cover of the 1998 book
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The Safe House
Nicci French, 1998
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Simon Massey, 2002

After witnessing the brutal murder of her parents, Finn, their sole surviving daughter, is left injured and traumatized. Seeking safety, she is placed under the care of Dr. Sam Graham, a trauma psychologist, at a secluded residence. As Finn starts to heal, a suspicious death occurs involving the cleaner who initially found the murdered couple.


Heaven Is for Real. Poster of the 2014 movie and cover of the 2010 book, Heaven is for Real
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Heaven is for Real
Todd Burpo, Lynn Vincent, 2010
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Randall Wallace, 2014

Four-year-old Colton is the son of Todd Burpo, pastor of Crossroads Wesleyan Church in Imperial, Nebraska. Colton says he experienced Heaven during an emergency surgery. He describes to his incredulous family about having seen the surgeon operating, his mother calling people in the waiting room to pray, and his father in another room yelling at God to not let him die.


A Single Shot. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 1996 book
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A Single Shot
Matthew F. Jones, 1996
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David M. Rosenthal, 2013

Prompted by the sorrowful demise of a captivating young girl, a gripping and atmospheric pursuit ensues, pitting the hunter, John Moon, against a group of ruthless criminals from the remote backwoods, igniting a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.


Poldark. Poster of the 1996 movie and cover of the 1945 book, Ross Poldark
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Ross Poldark
Winston Graham, 1945
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Richard Laxton, 1996

British officer Poldark returns to his native Cornwall after the Revolutionary War after escaping as a prisoner. He finds that because he was believed dead, his home has fallen into ruin and his estate has shifted to his mercenary uncle following the death of his father. His uncle has committed to selling the family copper and tin mines, while his former fiancée has agreed to marry his cousin in his absence.