Blonde. Poster of the 2022 movie and cover of the 2000 book
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Blonde
Joyce Carol Oates, 2000
movie vs book
Andrew Dominik, 2022

After a traumatic childhood, Norma Jeane Mortensen became an actress in the Hollywood of the 1950s and early 1960s. She became world famous under the pseudonym Marilyn Monroe. But her on-screen appearances are in stark contrast to the love issues, exploitation, abuse of power and medicament addiction she faced in her private life.


Aquamarine. Poster of the 2006 movie and cover of the 2001 book
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Aquamarine
Alice Hoffman, 2001
movie vs book
Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum, 2006

When two preteens stumble upon a lively mermaid named Aquamarine resting at the depths of their beach club’s pool, they quickly realize that their encounter exceeds their expectations. Aquamarine, who has ventured onto land in her pursuit of genuine affection, offers the youngsters an unexpected and enchanting experience.