I read Stephen King's latest novel, Revival, this month. I didn't look at reader reviews until after I finished the book. But I'd seen some quotes from professional reviewers who called it terrifying, scary, or horrifying. But then, King's publisher wouldn't choose to quote any reviewer who said otherwise, would they? When I checked the… Continue reading Why give 4 stars to a book when the climax disappointed me?
Tag: Reviews and Criticism
Can you explain why book reviewers have this prejudice?
First off, I want to say how much I appreciate every single person who’s taken the time to read The Brevity of Roses. And those who went the extra mile by rating or reviewing it, get a second gold star in my book. Most of you paid for the book, and I’m honored. Actually, that you parted with real legal tender to read my writing totally freaks me out!