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THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLER AND REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICK

'Wildly romantic' DAILY MAIL
'Epic' DAVID NICHOLLS
'Delightful' THE TIMES
'Beautiful' LIANE MORIARTY

A spellbinding story of love, community and friendship from the author of the international bestselling phenomenon Me Before You andThe Last Letter from Your Lover, now a major motion picture
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THE GREATEST LOVE STORY IS THE ONE YOU LEAST EXPECT . . .

Alice Wright doesn't love her new American husband.

Nor her domineering father-in-law or the judgmental townsfolk of Baileyville, Kentucky.

Stifled and misunderstood, she yearns for escape and finds it in defiant Margery O'Hare and the sisterhood bringing books to the isolated and vulnerable.

But when her father-in-law and the town turn against them, Alice fears the freedom, friendship and the new love she's found will be lost . . .
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'A beguiling tale of unlikely love. The most appealing thing is Moyes' wonderful way with romance. Delightful' The Times

'Beautiful, special . . . with characters so real they feel like dear friends. I loved it and didn't want it to end!' Liane Moriarty

'Inspiring and wildly romantic' Daily Mail, Books of the Year

'Her best book yet. It's a romance - but about female friends, the outdoors and the magic of reading' Grazia

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3 Oct. 2019
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HER BEST NOVEL YET ― The Times

Inspiring and wildly romantic ― Daily Mail Books of the Year

Utterly enchanting ― Mail on Sunday

An entertaining, immersive and moving read. The Giver of Stars is rip-roaring popular fiction . . . but it is also a novel that celebrates education, intellectual curiosity and, above all, books and the knowledge, comfort, company and power that they can bring. Moyes shines a light on a historic footnote to pay tribute to women's work, endurance and female solidarity ― The Sunday Times

For years I've been a huge Jojo Moyes fan. It's such a great narrative about personal strength and really captures how books bring communities together, especially for these women who are completely bonded by their love of literature ― Reese Witherspoon

A genuinely entertaining book that's a perfect gift for people who need some escape from the everyday and just want to be absorbed in a really cracking story. Set in rural America in the 1930s, it's got a band of feisty characters who are funny and sweet with contemporary resonances to boot ― The best books to give this Christmas, Stylist

With characters so real they feel like dear friends and a compelling storyline, this is a beautiful, special novel. I loved it and didn't want it to end! ― Liane Moriarty

What a wonderful novel. The Giver of Stars is the most sweeping, dramatic, richly evocative book, full of brilliantly feisty women. I whipped through the pages, utterly agog, pretty much feeling as though I was on a horse in 1930s Kentucky myself ― Sophie Kinsella

Epic ― David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day

Timeless, Jojo Moyes' greatest work yet, and one of the most exquisitely-written - and absolutely compulsory - novels about women ever told. Brilliant and perfect and will remind you of why you read; even of why you breathe ― Lisa Taddeo, bestselling author of Three Women

Purest joy - even as it cheerfully breaks your heart. A go-get-em adventure about E Roosevelt's horseback librarians, it celebrates female friendship and the power of books ― Damian Barr

Both a love letter to reading and a hymn to female friendship, this is a tale packed full of romance, tension, and brilliantly drawn characters. Pure pleasure ― Sunday Mirror

I loved this dashing adventure set in 1930s Kentucky, America. Intensely moving and crammed with romance and emotion, this is a full-pack-of-tissues novel. ― Sun

Based on a true story of the real Horseback Librarians of Kentucky this was a truly joyous and divine read. The rich, determined, extraordinary characters consumed me. The history, the setting; everything about this glorious book is superb ― Nina Potell, Prima

Dipped into this on Saturday and then simply couldn't put it down. Superb characters, great story and sense of place. For me, her best yet. And I wept buckets over Me Before You! ― Fanny Blake

Touching on the still-burning issues of control, violence, poverty and racism, Moyes has created a rollicking story that's perfect for long autumn nights. Enjoy . . . ― Stylist

Misfit women rule in a beguiling tale of unlikely love. Moyes writes with warmth and intelligence . . . the most appealing thing about The Giver of Stars, however, is her wonderful way with romance. Delightful ― The Times

This blisteringly good novel is one to add to your basket quick smart ― Fabulous, Sun

Her best yet ― Bookseller

Jojo's characterisation is so vivid, and the insight into the gender and race discrimination of the 1930s is truly eye opening ― Clare Mackintosh, author of I Let You Go

Her best book yet. It's a romance - but about female friends, the outdoors and the magic of reading ― Grazia

Moyes' best yet . . . A stonker of a read. Laced with humour and heartache, it's addictive ― Sunday Post

While her novel is set in the midst of the Great Depression, Moyes crafts a tale that's remarkably contemporary. Moyes depicts the courage and resourcefulness of these women in loving detail. A tribute not just to the brave women who brought the light of knowledge in dark times, but also to the rejuvenating bond of women's friendship. ― Daily Mail

It's an extraordinary story. This is the best thing she has written since Me Before You. Moyes writes with gusto and compassion ― Metro

Based on a true story, this poignant novel is a celebration of strong women and friendship. With a fast-paced plot and intricate characters, fans of Moyes won't be disappointed ― Heat

She's done it again! Joyous. I loved this adventure story for girls for its plucky female characters and wonderful writing ― Good Housekeeping, Books of the Year

An inspiring, romantic tribute to female friendship and the power of books ― Woman's Own

As passionate about challenging gender stereotypes as it is enthralling in narrative sweep ― i

Explores the interconnected lives of five women with honesty and hilarity ― Cosmopolitan

With strong, memorable female characters and a sprinkling of men who can make a 'heart flutter like a clean sheet on a long line.' The Giver of Stars is a celebration of love, but also of reading, of knowledge, of female friendship . . . inspiring ― Washington Post

The Giver of Stars is the story of five extraordinary women and their remarkable journey through the mountains of Kentucky and beyond . . . a classic drama of loyalty, justice, humanity and passion ― SheerLuxe

Uplifting. One of Me Before You author Moyes's best novels ― The Mail on Sunday

A heart-wrenching love story, a nail-biting legal drama and a beautiful study of female friendship ― Daily Mail

Jojo Moyes is on dazzling form ― Sunday Express

This big-hearted tale will stay in your head long after you have finished reading it ― Independent

Moyes's book delivers evocative descriptions of the Kentucky landscape and rich historical detail. But it is in her compassionate portrayal of well-drawn characters that the novel's greatest strength lies ― Hannah Beckerman, Observer

Escapism in the form of adventure and sisterhood. This is a novel with real depth and feeling and touches on worker's rights, racism, environmentalism and education ― i

This tribute to female friendship and the joy of books is a compelling read ― Woman's Weekly

A captivating tale of love, friendship and self-actualisation ― People

Escapism in the form of adventure and sisterhood. A novel with real depth and feeling. Empowering ― Press Association

An exploration of people's cruelty and also their kindness -- Ruth Junes ― Good Housekeeping

The author of Me Before You pulls off a cracker with this stirring, exciting adventure story inspired by true events, in depression-era Kentucky, women find freedom and friendship by joining a brigade of horseback librarians ― Best

Jojo Moyes is back with another page turner. Inspired by a remarkable true story, The Giver of Stars features five incredible women who will prove to be every bit as beloved as Lou Clark, the unforgettable heroine of Me Before You ― Stellar

Joyous. Pucky female characters and wonderful writing. This is her best ― Good Housekeeping

About five extraordinary women in 1920s Kentucky, who worked on horseback as travelling librarians ― Woman & Home

An enthralling read based on a true story ― My Weekly Special Series

One to get lost in. Escape with this book and follow the story of five women who are embarking on a powerful journey - and refuse to obey any man's commands! ― No. 1 Magazine, Books to cosy up with this winter

A brand-new page-turner . . . based on a true story and tracks five feisty women living in America during the Great Depression ― That's Life

Jojo Moyes is back with this tale based on the real-life horseback librarians of Kentucky ― Hello!

Took me to the mountains of depression-era Kentucky where brave women librarians risked all to deliver books on horseback ― Damian Barr, Big Issue Books of the Year

Celebrates the world of books . . . A fictional yarn about a quintet of extraordinary intrepid women from disparate backgrounds ― RTE Guide

From the very first page, I was drawn into the world and the characters that Jojo Moyes has so carefully created ― Health & Wellbeing

A fabulous adventure story ― Best

Praise for Jojo Moyes ― -

Moyes somehow manages to break your heart before restoring your faith in love ― Sunday Express

Raw, funny, real and sad, this is storytelling at its best ― Marie Claire

Immensely readable and enjoyable ― Sunday Times

This truly beautiful story made us laugh, smile and sob like a baby - you simply have to read it ― Closer

Wonderfully written and completely engrossing, with exquisitely drawn characters in a brilliantly plotted narrative ― Daily Mail

A heart-stopping read. Destined to be the novel that friends press upon each other ― Independent on Sunday

Britain's best contemporary female author ― Sun on Sunday

The storytelling treads the delicate balance between heartbreak and hope perfectly ― Good Housekeeping

A triumph ― Heat

A tender, funny and hopeful look at love, grief and life. Bumper box of tissues required ― Stylist

Joyful, with a pitch-perfect ending ― Daily Express

Julia Whelan is perfect as Alice Wright ― The Times, Pick of the Audiobooks

Concentrates on sisterhood and friendship ― Scotsman, Best books to give this Christmas

A sweeping story of female friendship with a dash of romance, set in 1930s Kentucky ― Daily Express

Her writing is beautiful and whimsical with unique storylines ― Liv Arnold, author of Etched in Stone --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

About the Author

Jojo Moyes is a novelist and journalist. Her books include the bestsellers Me Before You, After You and Still Me, The Girl You Left Behind, The One Plus One and her short story collection Paris for One and Other Stories. The Giver of Stars is her most recent bestseller and Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick. Her novels have been translated into forty-six languages, have hit the number one spot in twelve countries and have sold over thirty-eight million copies worldwide.

Me Before You has now sold over fourteen million copies worldwide and was adapted into a major film starring Sam Claflin and Emilia Clarke. Jojo lives in Essex with her family.

--This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07P9DRRBR
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin; 1st edition (3 Oct. 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 5959 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 442 pages

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Jojo Moyes is a British novelist.

Moyes studied at Royal Holloway, University of London. She won a bursary financed by The Independent newspaper to study journalism at City University and subsequently worked for The Independent for 10 years. In 2001 she became a full time novelist.

Moyes' novel Foreign Fruit won the Romantic Novelists' Association (RNA) Romantic Novel of the Year in 2004.

She is married to journalist Charles Arthur and has three children.

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There are insufficient stars in the Universe to give this a high enough rating.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 October 2019

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Blimey! I was tearful by the end of the author's note at the beginning! I loved the literary references and passages quoted throughout - so much so that I ended up down a Lloyd C Douglas rabbithole which culminated in me reading an eBook version of "The Robe", then scouring eBay and purchasing a hard copy from 1947! In "The Giver Of Stars", Jojo Moyes has given us something magical. The book is beautifully written and meticulously researched. As a library campaigner and community activist, the story hit me right in the feels. Everything about it is wonderful! The characters are so lifelike that I feel I know them personally. This is a novel to cherish, read again and again and gift to everyone you know. I've already ordered a hardback version for my friend's birthday. This book is very special indeed. There are insufficient stars in the Universe to give it a high enough rating. A first class piece of work from an author at the very top of her game. Stunning!

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Captivating

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 October 2019

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Alice married to get away from her life in England, only to find herself in a cold relationship in America far from everything that she knows and understands, until one day she volunteers to join the newly established 'travelling library'. Here she finds the oddballs of her small town and they form an unlikely friendship group; their library opens a new world and a appreciation of reading to the children of the town and the people living in the surrounding area.
The book explores a host of subjects; (love and finding your "tribe" through genuine friendship.
It also highlights how reading affects people in a positive way: giving hope, comfort and the power to make informed decisions) it was a privilege to read.
- my full review is on goodreads

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Disappointing

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 November 2019

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I have loved so many of Jojo Moyes books and was looking forward to getting stuck into this one. I found it difficult to get into and more difficult to continue with... such a disappointment. The writing seemed tedious and the story and characters did not hold any interest for me. Not being one to give up on a book, especially one by an author I have loved in the past, I speed-read it to the end but was relieved to finish it. Hope this is a temporary blip.

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Another triumph for JoJo Moyes .... Starstruck by The Giver of Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 October 2019

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I pre-ordered this book and was eagerly anticipating beginning to read it, envious of those who read it before me. I can't remember looking forward as much to a book since years ago waiting for the postman to deliver the latest Harry Potter into my hands. This had the same sort of vibe about it for me. The scene setting took a while, but once the story took off, I loved it. JoJo Moyes is one of the few writers I will jettison a current read for and I have loved almost everything she has written. I would say it does, thankfully, live up to the hype and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I would say, yes it is timeless and peopled with great, interesting and feisty women all of whose stories and journeys are meaningful. Baileyville in Kentucky and the scenery and mountains are vividly drawn. I enjoyed too the little snatches of poetry and quotes from other books threaded through a story about bringing joy through the written word. Clever, compelling and, above all, so accessible and readable. I can already see the film in my imagination. Great story telling. Thank you SO much!

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Completely spellbound!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 October 2019

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I believe that this could truly be one of the best, if not the best book I have read. It transported me to the mountains, it took me into the small town and I felt like I was involved in a western film! A remarkable departure from previous material. Jo-Jo Moyes is extremely gifted author. I am sleep deprived and red eyed as I cried with emotion and was compelled to finish it in 2 nights!

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lcmn

A really good book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 October 2019

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I've read most of Jojo Moyes books and enjoyed them but I think this one is a cut above !
There is more depth to the story and to the characters -especially the women. I found the location and the historical authenticity of the background fascinating and the quotations at the beginning of the chapters interesting and relevent. (Not something that I find always adds to the flow of a book !)
Very sorry to finish it.

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A Beautiful Read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 October 2019

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My wife and I read this book and as well as being a page turner, it is full of every sort of emotion imaginable; from love through dislike and distaste to distress and upset. The lead characters, the ladies of the story plus the two single men, are so beautifully described. The stories behind them are exceptionally well written. We found it impossible to do anything except fall in love with them. What also impressed us was the way that the author has switched to an environment that is different to others that she's written about and make it feel natural.

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4* for The Giver of Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 October 2019

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I utterly adored The Giver of Stars. I’m a huge Jojo Moyes fan and this is up there with the best. A tender and evocative tale of a bygone time and the joy of reading. Nicely summed up by me missing my suitcase at the baggage carousel as I had my Kindle out.

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