When you finish a book are you one to write a review about said book or do you rate it and move on? Do you read reviews before starting a book or just jump right in? Has a review ever made you read or not read a book?

I typically just rate and move on. Occasionally I will write a review, but normally, only if I really enjoyed the book.

I do read reviews occasionally and would like to start reviewing more, but I would like to get better in creating more captivating reviews. I typically only read the reviews after I’ve finished a book, not sure why, but it’s what I do.

Thoughts?

  • WiggleeFeet@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    Just a star rating (if you’re listening Goodreads Gods, please make it so you can give half stars!), then recommend any I really like. I try not to let other reviews impact whether I’ll give a book a try. Lots of incredible books don’t get the attention they deserve, so I make an effort to seek out books that don’t have many reviews, are newly released, indie published, etc.

    • Wild_Blossom@alien.topOPBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      OMG, I would love to give half stars on Goodreads.

      Do you find yourself rounding up when it’s a half star? Like 3.5 to 4? Or just leave as is?

      • WiggleeFeet@alien.topBEnglish
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        10 months ago

        I just try to ignore my instinct to give halfs and round up. I’m also guilty of just marking ‘read’ if it’s not at least 3 stars🫣 that old adage, “if you don’t have anything nice to say…”

        • Wild_Blossom@alien.topOPBEnglish
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          10 months ago

          I still mark it as read and give a rating even if it’s below 3. I just don’t comment on why. I still read it…