We are on to a new week for the Book Blogger Hop hosted by the lovely folks over at Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer. This weeks questions is:
What are your thoughts on book-to-book comparisons (for example, "It's the next Harry Potter")? (submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer)
I have a tendency to make these kinds of comparisons myself when I'm reviewing books, to an extent at least. I will definitely say when books reminded me of other books I've read, or had similar vibes. I don't think I usually go so far as to say any book is the next any other kind of book because who the heck am I to make that kind of judgement call. All that being said, it doesn't bother me when other reviewers do it, and if I'm familiar with the original book being referenced, it can definitely entice me to check out the newer book too. I really think they can help in recommending books, otherwise all you have to go on is whether or not I liked a book and why, but unless we've read some of the same books, my opinions are just that, and maybe not super relevant for you. But if I tell you that this book reminded me of Book X that you are familiar with, you don't even have to go back and see if I reviewed Book X on my blog because you know how you feel about Book X. And now I'm rambling, so I guess I'll just leave it at that.
How do you feel about book to book comparisons? If you're stopping by from the linkup, please be sure to drop a link to your post below so I can head over and check out your answer too. - Katie
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I can see why you'd tell your reviewers when one book is similar to another book, I don't do that too often, though, i try to keep the attention on the book being reviewed.
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https://getlostinlit.blogspot.com/2024/08/one-tiny-sentence.html
You make it good point. I have thought about making comparisons in my reviews before, but then never done it.
ReplyDeleteI generally don't take a lot of notice of them, especially as I haven't always read the book that they are comparing it to.
Have a great weekend!
Emily @ Budget Tales Book Blog
My post:
https://budgettalesblog.wordpress.com/2024/08/16/book-blogger-hop-book-to-book-comparisons/
I actually really like it when actual reviewers draw comparisons - I feel like those are usually more to do with how the book felt to read than surface similarities that will often be used to try to sell a book. I've found some wonderful books because a reviewer whose opinions I trust has spoken highly of a book and pointed out crossover with other books I've liked! Excellent take on the question!
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