The Secret Circle. Poster of the 2011 TV series and cover of the 1992 book, The Initiation
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The Initiation
L.J. Smith, 1992
TV series vs book
Andrew Miller, 2011-2012

Following the death of her mother, Cassie Blake moves to Chance Harbor, Washington, to live with her grandmother. It is only after she discovers an old leather-bound book of spells left to her by her late mother, Amelia, that Cassie begins to accept her power.


The Devil's Teardrop. Poster of the 2010 movie and cover of the 1999 book
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The Devil's Teardrop
Jeffery Deaver, 1999
movie vs book
Norma Bailey, 2010

After a gunman perpetrates a shooting, claiming seven lives at a train station in Washington DC, the FBI enlists the expertise of a forensic document analyst. Their sole piece of evidence is a ransom note that threatens another attack within 24 hours unless a payment of $20 million is made, and the analyst is tasked with deciphering the document to identify the killer.


The Bronx Bull. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 1986 book, Bronx bull, Raging bull II
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Bronx bull, Raging bull II
Chris Anderson, Sharon McGehee, Jake LaMotta, 1986
movie vs book
Martin Guigui, 2016

The movie portrays the turbulent real-life journey of the legendary boxing champion, Jake LaMotta, detailing his ascent as a world-class boxer and his battles with life beyond the ring. It provides an unwaveringly candid glimpse into the mindset of a true champion.