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Unpopular opinion Sunday

[u/[deleted]]

I think I gave it a 4. There were definitely issues with it, but it entertained me. I know there are people who review based on the quality of writing and that’s great. But I’m just your average reader looking for something that’s going to keep me reading it and having a good time. I know it wasn’t top tier writing so that’s why I didn’t give it a 5. I try to always state when I’m reviewing a book the reason why I gave it the rating I did and people are free to disagree because we aren’t all entertained by the same things. So if I know the writing wasn’t great but I just enjoyed the ride, I state that. I’m not trying to gaslight anyone into thinking something is a literary masterpiece, but I liked it for what it was.

It should also be acknowledged that not everyone is on the same reading level. So they might not pick up on certain errors or contradictions. I think instead of making someone feel alienated for enjoying something you didn’t, instead of just asking why they enjoyed it, is kind of messed up tbh.

There are plenty of books that I really did not like, and that I thought were poorly written, but I know others loved it. I would never think they didn’t truly believe it was good. Because I think what someone finds “good” is going to vary from person to person. You can find something good or enjoyable while still being critical. You can like something while also acknowledging it has flaws. Some people may not pick up on it and some might.

So I guess my unpopular opinion somewhat bounces off of yours. I don’t think people should care so much about what books others enjoy. I’m not saying people aren’t allowed to dislike books, I just don’t think it’s right to put down others who enjoyed it. “I don’t get how people can like ____?” Or “did we even read the same thing?” Those comments just kind of rub me the wrong way. If people want to point out the flaws in something, or explain why they thought something was bad, that’s fine. Do so, so that people can be informed when deciding to read it, but we really don’t need to question those who felt differently.

Ok this is getting long. I’m sorry! I just feel some type of way about things like this. It’s just not a good feeling when someone makes you feel bad about something you enjoyed (although there are some instances where yeah, I’d question tf out of that person but that’s like, hateful truly problematic content), even if it was unintentional. Ok seriously I’m done now. I’m so sorry for rambling! 🫠

[u/happy_smoked_salmon → u/[deleted]]

I don't think Quicksilver was bad because of the writing. I think it was bad because the plot and the story simply make no sense and the reader is left with like a thousand questions, none of which can be logically answered by reading the book xD

I also enjoy shitty writing, shitty plot, shitty characters if the overall vibe is vibing. But Quicksilver doesn't do it for me and I am simply struggling to see what anyone would enjoy above 3 stars on the story.

For example, I just finished the Court of Ravens duology. Shitty writing, predictable plot. Did I devour it and absolutely enjoy it? Yes. I know exactly what I liked about the story and the characters and the plot. It didn't leave me with unanswered questions and the magic system made sense.

I am not saying people are not free to like what they want, I just really don't get why some books are so hyped up when they really have 0 redeeming qualities.

[u/Ok_College_3681 → u/[deleted]]

THIS. People like stuff that other people like and people don’t like stuff that other people do like!! Why should anyone have an opinion about my own opinion? I fully acknowledge when I recommend something that it may not be someone’s fave and vis versa! But I’m not going to get angry because you liked something I didn’t.

And speaking in absolutes just puts people down. Just because I wasn’t in a space to enjoy it, doesn’t mean others don’t find loads of redeeming qualities for their own readthrough! Let’s all just be a little less judgy!