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Yeah - that's my point - why is he being persecuted for doing that? Isn't that NORMAL? I mean, it's HIS book - why can't he do that without Oprah raking him over the coals?

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I agree that he can write whatever he wants, but if he's going to promote it as non-fiction then he can only go so far without losing credibility. Changing dates, names, locations, etc. seems like a good idea, but if you're flat-out fabricating things (like the infamous dental scence) or exaggerating to the point of ridiculousness (saying that you spent 17 months in jail when you actually spent less than a day) then you have to expect some backlash.

As for Oprah, from what I've heard she promoted that book like crazy on the strength of the "testimonial" Frey gave on her television show. When it comes out that most of his "true life" story was a pack of lies and distortions, I can't blame her for raking him over the coals. After all, it's her name on the book club and her reputation she puts on the line to promote the book.

Here's another thought...Frey had to know that Oprah was going to tear him a new one when he agreed to come back to the show, but no one forced him to do it. He decided to do it. Why would someone do that? The only explanation I can think of is that he knew it would result in more book sales. I don't think too highly of him, and not because he was an addict or a criminal, but because he's a shill.

My two cents, for what their worth. (Probably about 1.5 cents.)