REVIEW POLICY

Hi,

Since I (surprisingly) still receive review requests (which I am honestly happy about), I decided to finally set up a 'review policy' page. Here you will know my review style, what I like and look for in a book, my (highly subjective) rating system, my preferred genres, and preferred book format.

my review style.

If you have read my recent reviews, my usual review format goes as follows: (1) why I read the book, (2) the plot, (3) important points that I like/dislike (i.e. characters, flashbacks, writing), and (4) quick wrapup. Simple structure! I usually add a bit of sarcasm or rant or fangirling depending on how much I like or dislike the book. Sample of positive review. Sample of disappointed review.

When I review and rate my reads, it highly depends on: how the writing impacted me, how thrilling the progression was or how fitting it was for the story, how relatable or understandable the characters are (I despise unreasonable actions), how well the characters are developed and established. I also talk about the Point of View of the narrator - how it's voiced out how many were there, is/are the voice(s) confusing, - the inclusion of romance (not really an important point for me, honestly), strength of a mystery or plot twist - did it surprise me? If not, was it well written? Will it surprise other readers?.

my rating system.
I post 1-5 stars with 1 as the lowest and 5 as the highest. I give 0.5's and everything will (hopefully) be explained on my review.

Here's personal definition of my star rating:
1.0 - A waste of my time.
2.0 - Not for me, might be for you.
3.0 - The dreaded 'okay read'. I'll explain everything in my review, of course.
4.0 - Great read. I liked it. I enjoyed it. Minor problems.
5.0 - Highly recommended read.

my genre.
YOUNG ADULT
- contemporary (preferably involves mental illness. romance centered is not advisable as they are a hit or miss for me. no lgbt books as well, nothing against it, just not my read.),
- science fiction (space is okay but not high on my list, preferably books set in the future),
- dystopian and post-apocalyptic (some of my most fave genres ever!!),
- historical fiction (another fave!!), and
- mystery-thriller (fave genre but it's a hit or miss as I've read enough plot twists. surprise me!)

ADULT
- mystery thriller and psychological thriller (fave genres!!),
- historical fiction (fave genre again!!),
- literary fiction (finally getting into this genre!)
- crime fiction (I specifically mentioned this because it's my fave mystery sub-genre. I read both cozy and police procedural), and

- chick lit / romance (preferably not-so-steamy ones)

my format.
- I prefer physical copies (either ARC or finished copy)
- ebook is okay. I accept ebooks in mobi format. I have a NetGalley just in case your book is there.

where I post.
- BLOG: HERE of course!
- GOODREADS: czai @ the Blacksheep Reader
- BOOKBUB: czai

what to send.
If you think I'm the person for your book, shoot me an email (posted below) with the following:
- Book Information: title & author, blurb, publication date, genre
- Book Links (if available) : goodreads; purchase links (Amazon, Book Depository, B&N, etc.)
- Why should I read it? or Why do you think I'll enjoy it?
- Book formats available (see 'my format' section above)
- Review deadline.

contact.
For questions and review or post inquiries, here's my email: czai.theblacksheep[at]gmail.com

important note!
I'm currently going through my eGalleys and I won't be accepting books for review for now.

let's connect!