Review: An entertaining story that is FAR from plagiarism
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 5, 2013
The review about plagiarism made me curious to read the story, so I 'bought' it for free. And boy was I pleasantly surprised. I was captivated and couldn't put it down. I am baffled at how the other reviewer could call this plagiarism. The story of Cinderella was first published in 1697, then by the Brothers Grimm and, as we all know, Disney had their version, not to mention the hundreds of other versions, along with hundreds of film and theater adaptations. The original Rodgers and Hammerstein version was 1957, then 1965 (one that I recall watching and enjoying immensely as a child, so I know the story well), then the remake in 1997. Did everyone other than the original author in the 17th century commit plagiarism?The author of The Wronged Princes was apparently inspired by the story and cleverly worked in a few nods to the lyrics WITHOUT venturing into plagiarism. The chances of most readers understanding the references to the music are more than slim.Plagiarism is a serious accusation and one that should not be thrown around lightly. Especially if the accuser has no idea what they are talking about. Plagiarism is stealing, not using an idea for inspiration.Kae Elle Wheeler's story put a new spin on the old tale by asking, "What if Cinderella's glass slipper fit one of the stepsisters?" The story is well written and original and charmingly entertaining. I can't wait to read the rest in the series.