• Strong beginning, well-crafted plot and satisfying ending
  • Quality of prose
  • Compelling and convincing characters
  • Rich and immersive world
  • Representation and diversity
  • Originality (e.g of plot/ world/ character/ style/ perspective)
  • Pleasurable reading experience overall that leaves a lasting impression and is likely to result in a reader recommending it to others.
     
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