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A Written Rhapsody: Follower Fridays # 14

Friday, April 6, 2012

Follower Fridays # 14




Q: Have you ever bought a book BECAUSE of a bad review?

A: I haven't before, but I've always believed in checking things out regardless of reviews. I think people should make a decision for themselves. I'd use the review for feedback, but a bad review wouldn't influence my decision to read it or not. In the end it all comes down to being interested in the subject matter.

posted by Preet @ Friday, April 06, 2012   14 Comments

14 Comments:

At April 6, 2012 at 1:24 AM , Blogger Lauren B said...

I agree. You should definitely decide for yourself. Everyone has different tastes.

Here's my Follow Friday. Stop by if you get a chance.

 
At April 6, 2012 at 2:25 AM , Blogger Pocketful of Books said...

Yeah it's better to make up your own mind about books rather than follow the crowd :-)

Old follower but new follower on Networked Blogs :-)

My FF: http://pocketfulofbooksblogger.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/follow-friday.html

 
At April 6, 2012 at 4:53 AM , Blogger Jessica @ a GREAT read said...

The only time a review will keep me away from a book, is if I feel like I agree with what the blogger says. I mean I would only be influenced if I was skeptical about the book in the first place.

Here's my Friday Hops

Have a GREAT weekend!

Old Follower :)

 
At April 6, 2012 at 10:35 AM , Blogger Christina @ Biblio Thoughts said...

Agree! It's all about the story and whether you find it interesting or not. If you like it in the end that great, but if you don't that too bad.

Thanks for visiting my blog and following! Returned :)

 
At April 6, 2012 at 12:41 PM , Blogger Reve @ YA Books said...

Definitely agree! Though, I would be more inclined to borrow than buy, I think. That way if I don't end up liking it, I don't lose money, and if I do like it - I can always buy it.

Thanks for stopping by! Followed you via GFC :).

(Also, I absolutely ADORE your header! I love your blog is laid out!)

 
At April 6, 2012 at 5:56 PM , Blogger Jennifer said...

I always think it is good to use reviews for feedback, but not to rely solely on them for purchases. You just never know!

Thanks for visiting!

New follower.

Jennifer @ Feminist Fairy Tale Reviews

 
At April 6, 2012 at 11:34 PM , Blogger Unknown said...

I agree with you, Preet. :) Nice answer. and thanks for stopping by the blog! You have a new follower in me. have a wonderful weekend.

 
At April 7, 2012 at 1:26 AM , Blogger Patricia said...

Hm, true.. I don't think a negative review of "The sexual behaviour of slugs" would in any way influence my decision, but in general I do read books because they got many negative and positive reviews to know what the fuss is about etc. :)

Patricia // My FF

 
At April 7, 2012 at 1:26 AM , Blogger Patricia said...

Oh and I'm finally also a Facebook Fan. Didn't know I wasn't before. Gah.

 
At April 7, 2012 at 7:37 PM , Blogger Kristina said...

Great answer! I completely agree. Hope you have a great weekend!

Kristina
Ladybug Storytime

New follower :)

 
At April 9, 2012 at 7:25 AM , Blogger Mandroid said...

Definitely agree. Not everyone likes the same things and it's hard to determine how a book will strike you even if you're familiar with the reviewer's likes and dislikes.

Thanks for stopping by WFTM!
Leslie @ Working for the Mandroid

 
At April 9, 2012 at 5:10 PM , Blogger Preet said...

Thanks so much! Makes my day when I get compliments!

 
At April 9, 2012 at 5:11 PM , Blogger Preet said...

Followed back through Networked Blogs! Thanks.

 
At April 9, 2012 at 5:12 PM , Blogger Preet said...

Following through NB and email!

 

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