The Mosquito Coast. Poster of the 2021 TV series and cover of the 1981 book
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The Mosquito Coast
Paul Theroux, 1981
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Neil Cross, 2021-

A gripping adventure and layered character drama following the dangerous journey of a radical idealist and brilliant inventor, Allie Fox, who, disgusted with the corruption of the civilized world, uproots his family for Mexico when they suddenly find themselves on the run from the US government.


The Slap. Poster of the 2011 TV series and cover of the 2008 book
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The Slap
Christos Tsiolkas, 2008
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Tony Ayres, Robert Connolly, Jessica Hobbs, Matthew Saville, 2011

During a family barbecue in the suburbs of Melbourne, a man becomes angry and slaps an unruly child who is a guest at the gathering. This incident leads to strained relationships among the family and friends when the mother of the boy files charges for assault.


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.


Heartbeat. Poster of the 2016 TV series and cover of the 2010 book, Heart Matters: A Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon
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Heart Matters: A Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon
Kathy Magliato, 2010
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Jill Gordon, 2016

Although Alex Panttiere’s recent appointment to a senior role at a major hospital brings more responsibilities, it does not diminish her nonconformity or unorthodox approach to her work as a highly skilled cardio-thoracic surgeon.


30 Days of Night. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the 2002 comic book
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30 Days of Night
Steve Niles, Ben Templesmith, 2002
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David Slade, 2007

The town of Barrow, Alaska is preparing for its annual 30 Days of Night, a period during the winter when there is a month-long polar night. While the group heads for the station, Eben creates a diversion by having the vampires chase him to his grandmother’s house, where he uses one of her ultraviolet lights to burn the face of Marlow’s lover, Iris, so badly that Marlow is forced to kill her.


30 Days of Night. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the book novelization
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30 Days of Night
Tim Lebbon, 2007
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David Slade, 2007

The town of Barrow, Alaska is preparing for its annual 30 Days of Night, a period during the winter when there is a month-long polar night. While the group heads for the station, Eben creates a diversion by having the vampires chase him to his grandmother’s house, where he uses one of her ultraviolet lights to burn the face of Marlow’s lover, Iris, so badly that Marlow is forced to kill her.


Derailed. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 2003 book
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Derailed
James Siegel, 2003
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Mikael Håfström, 2005

Advertising executive Charles Schine’s marriage to his wife Deanna is deteriorating, and his daughter Amy suffers from diabetes, requiring expensive medication. Charles embezzles $10,000 from his company and he and Winston plot to get the drop on LaRoche at his specified meeting location.


The Slap. Poster of the 2015 TV series and cover of the 2008 book
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The Slap
Christos Tsiolkas, 2008
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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.


The Amityville Horror. Poster of the 2005 movie and cover of the 1977 book
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The Amityville Horror
Jay Anson, 1977
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Andrew Douglas, 2005

In November 1974, Ronald DeFeo Jr. murdered his family at their house at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York. One year later, married couple George and Kathy Lutz move into the house along with Kathy’s three children from a previous marriage, Billy, Michael, and Chelsea.


Bag of Bones. Poster of the 2011 TV series and cover of the 1998 book
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Bag of Bones
Stephen King, 1998
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Mick Garris, 2011

Best-selling novelist Mike Noonan and his wife, Jo, are unable to conceive children; Mike conceals that he has a low sperm count. During his stay at the lake, Mike learns about Dark Score Crazy, an apparent form of madness that caused several men in the town to murder their daughters by drowning them.