My review will usually include:
- a short summary, usually from Goodreads,
- my thoughts about the plot, characters, writing style, etc.,
- positive and negative points (if you are not willing to be critisized do not ask me to review your book),
- a rating,
- a short summary of my review.
Rating-system
Here at A Universe in Words we rate in Universes, rather than stars. Although I will of course elaborate in my review, this is a quick summary of how my ratings work:
One Universe:
This rating means I didn't enjoy the book, would not recommend it and definitely would not give it to someone as a present. I will make this judgement based on the development of both plot and characters, the author's writing style etc. I will hardly ever hand out this rating since I tend to only start reading books I know I will at least enjoy a little bit.
Two Universes:
This book is not bad, but the characters were a bit flat, story-lines were not convincing or closed. Although I managed to finish it there was not a lot to the book that held my attention and captured me. I would not recommend this book.
Three Universes:
I enjoyed reading this book. The characters were convincing, the story-lines entertaining. Although I wasn't entirely blown away by it, it captured my attention and made me want to continue reading. I would recommend it to friends and family.
Four Universes:
I really enjoyed this book and would have loved to read more. The characters were very well developed and the plot was fascinating. I will definitely recommend this book to friends and family and would even buy it for them.
Five Universes:
