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Diva ( Visual )
22 editions published between 1981 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 181 libraries worldwide
Jules, a young mail courier, is an impassioned fan of Cynthia Hawkins, a legendary, and determinedly unrecorded opera star. He smuggles a tape recorder into a performance and tapes her singing. At the same time, a prostitute hides a tape recording that details the career of a French mobster in Jules' delivery bag. Dizzying chases and bizaare plot twists follow, as Jules is pursued through Paris, aided by his two eccentric friends, Gorodish and his Vietnamese mistress, Alba.

XIII the conspiracy ( Visual )
2 editions published between 2008 and 2010 in English and held by 107 libraries worldwide
The first female U.S. President is shot dead by a sniper during her Independence Day speech. Three months later, a wounded man is found hanging from a tree with no memory of his identity. The only clue is a tattoo on his neck, 'XIII.' Submerged in a far-reaching conspiracy which threatens to overthrow the entire government, XIII's identity becomes the key to unraveling a complex and dangerous truth. And the only way for XIII to get his life back is to play bait in a deadly cat and mouse game.

Diva ( Visual )
1 edition published in 2008 in French and held by 89 libraries worldwide
Cynthia Hawkins is the operatic superstar whose refusal to make a recording frustrates her adoring public. A young fan named Jules makes a secret tape and is stalked by thugs who plan to blackmail the diva. Jules also accidentally acquires a tape which tells of a top mobster's role in an international sex and drug ring. He must escape the police chief, the cop's henchmen and the bootleggers to keep both tapes safe, and to stay alive.

Thorgal child of the stars by Hamme ( Book )
8 editions published between 1986 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 82 libraries worldwide
A foundling raised by Vikings discovers his extraterrestrial origin through the psycho-transmitter he carries as a talisman.

The archers by Hamme ( Book )
3 editions published between 1987 and 2008 in English and held by 78 libraries worldwide
In "Alinoe," Thorgal's son creates an imaginary friend with green hair that attempts to destroy their family; and in "The archers," Thorgal reluctantly joins an archery competition with a firece woman warrior who will win at any price.

Largo Winch by Jean Van Hamme ( Book )
56 editions published between 1977 and 2009 in 5 languages and held by 67 libraries worldwide
Note: Un des personnage "Simon Ovronnaz" a des origines valaisannes.

The heir by Philippe Francq ( Book )
1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 66 libraries worldwide
Largo Winczlav, born in Yugoslavia, is an orphan. Thousands of miles away, one of the richest men in the world will change Largo's destiny. This man, Nerio Winch, wants to find an heir to his empire and adopts Largo, offering him the best education. When his adoptive father disappears under dramatic circumstances, Largo inherits the W Group, the biggest conglomerate of multinational enterprises ever possessed and managed by a single man. From now on, he will be worth $10 billion. Which is not to everybody's taste, as he is about to find out.

The three elders of Aran by Hamme ( Book )
2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 56 libraries worldwide

Beyond the shadows by Hamme ( Book )
9 editions published between 1995 and 2009 in 3 languages and held by 52 libraries worldwide
Taken aback by Aaricia's disappearance, Thorgal is only a shadow of his former self. Consumed with remorse, the young Shania begs his pardon and accompanies him, protecting him in his wanderings. They learn from two strangers, Worgan and Galathorn, that Aaricia is still alive but held captive in the court of Brek Zarith, ruled by the evil Shardar. Thorgal will try, alone, to penetrate the impregnable fortress of Brek Zarith to save his wife and his son, Jolan.

The strange encounter by Hamme ( Book )
1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 51 libraries worldwide