Mike A. asked this question about The Giver of Stars:
According to today's Buzzfeed https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/tomiobaro/jojo-moyes-the-giver-of-stars-kim-richardson-bookwoman-of it sounds very much like this book represents a significant plagiarism. Who has read both Book Woman, by Kim Michele Richardson which came out first and Mrs. Moyes' book, and what is your take on this controversy?
Nan I have read both and liked each on their own terms. Yes, the settings and backdrop are similar but that's true for many books. I recommend reading bot…moreI have read both and liked each on their own terms. Yes, the settings and backdrop are similar but that's true for many books. I recommend reading both.

I totally agree with Nancy, Beth and Kathryn below. (less)
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