So as I said I will be doing reviews of the books that I am reading no matter how old or new they may be. Here is an explanation of the way I will rate books.
I will use the following 5 star system:
1- hated it!
2- it was ok
3- liked it
4- really liked it
5- loved it!
Quite often I will express my love of a book by proclaiming it a keeper. Let me explain. I am a book buyer. I rarely use the library or borrow books. I like the books to be mine to do with as I please. I've had to learn over the years to let go of books because I am not fortunate enough to live in a house big enough for a library, lol. So, if I really love a book and decide it's one that I could see myself reading again in the future then it's a keeper.
As for new to me authors, I tend to not judge an author by the first read. Unless I really despise the first read I generally will give someone a second chance to impress me before I discard the author or series all together. So don't be surprised to see me totally pan a book but proclaim I will be reading a second book in the series.
Hopefully this explains how I grade books and will help you to understand my reviews. I'm sure I'll change a few things as we go along but for now we'll stick with the simple 5 star method.
Oh and one other thing, don't expect to get a recap of the story unless it is pertinent to the review. I hate when I find a review and the whole thing is a retelling of the book, not only spoiling the read for me, but not being at all helpful in the sense of reviewing!
And of course my reviews are strictly a matter of opinion...mine. They are in no way meant to harm, offend or belittle the work that these authors put into their creations. I will try to be honest but respectful at all times.
Happy Reading!
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