MRBunderson: Bad Review

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Bad Review

I saw my first bad review the other day. I was checking out goodreads reviews and one of them was pretty negative.

Ok, she hated it.

I had been dreading the moment but you know what--it really wasn't that bad. My first thought was, "Oh no, maybe everyone feels the same way and my friends are just being nice." I was worried that people would buy my book and then hate it and feel like they'd wasted their money.

Then I thought, "Nah, you can't please everyone." So my disappointment didn't really last very long. I reread it and realized that she actually made some pretty good points.

SO NOW THAT'S OVER WITH.

Whew.

6 comments:

BrodieApril 11, 2010 at 5:22 AM
It's unfortunate that she didn't like your book, but I'm glad you were able to quickly squash those negative thoughts and think positive! I think for every one person who doesn't like it, there are going to be at least 4 more who absolutely adore it!

I just read a fantastic review of The Mark over at Fire and Ice Photos blog which has me wanting to read it even more!! I haven't seen it anywhere here in Australia so I might have to look online for it.
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M.R.BundersonApril 11, 2010 at 11:41 PM
Brodie,
Thanks for the positive vibes. I hope you're right. Heather over at Fire and Ice did a very kind review. If anyone's interested it's at www.fireandicephoto.blogspot.com
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AikApril 14, 2010 at 4:54 AM
Well, the majority likes your book. How I wish I could read it too! Too bad it's not available in my area. I just saw the book on Goodreads and there's only one 2 star rating. I assume that's the one you're talking about?

Sometimes, a negative comment will actually help you in writing a better book in the future, so it's not necessarily a bad thing. Anyway, keep up the good work, and stay positive! :)
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M.R.BundersonApril 15, 2010 at 12:21 PM
I agree, you can sometimes learn more from a "bad" review than a "good" one. Criticism is a good thing if you allow it to impact you in a positive way.
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UnknownApril 16, 2010 at 4:52 PM
Don't feel to bad. I had my first one this week too. I wish it was something I could learn from, but they didn't speak much in specifics. Hm.
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M.R.BundersonApril 18, 2010 at 1:14 PM
Rough, sorry you got a bad review. It's inevitable though--right?
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Reviews

"The Mark is a fantastic book, with a great plot line and an easy-to-love cast of characters. I was hooked from page 1. It was such a page-turner that I even took it with me and read it on a cruise ship. I just couldn't put it down! It's an enchanting story, with mystery, romance, action, humor and suspense- I can't wait to get my hands on the sequel."
--Anna

It's fun and full of mystery. Books with those aspects tend to draw readers in, like myself. I love the way the book keeps you on edge, and anticipating the turning of the next page. The mysterious and unique qualities portrayed in The Mark, are liable to send your head spinning and keep you hungry for more."
--Abby

"The Mark is a GREAT book! I loved the original storyline of the book, it is not your same old same old. You are drawn in to the book from the beginning and are hooked until the very end. It kept me intrigued waiting to see what would happen to Tori and her friends. I loved it!"
--Morgan

"I loved The Mark with its fun story line and real life feel. I was drawn to the characters and into this world full of puzzles until the very last page! I hope there's a sequel coming!"
--Betsy