Reacting to 1 star reviews of my favorite books

[@whisperofashley]

I have to say that *everyone* is entitled to their own opinions on something subjective like reading preferences.. . HOWEVER... I wish people would keep in mind that there are authors who are REAL PEOPLE on the other end of these books. It's perfectly fine to absolutely LOATHE a book and give it a 1 star or even say I would give 0 if I could BUT follow that up with a reason other than something hateful. I much more respect the ones who gave actual examples, as in pacing was off etc to the ones who say "poop book" basically. And man, oh man, this is telling me 2 things to keep in mind when I publish, I am going to a) need to stay away from my own reviews cuz ouch! and b) I need readers like you who champion for the authors and defend these crazy thoughts or provide actual criticism that is useful. I enjoyed the video, the subject matter not so much but only because I think that when you dive deep into the low stars you really get to see the sad glimpses of how cruel and purely hateful society/people have become. That is in no way a reflection of you or this video type making its rounds across the youtubes, just more a reflection on society as a whole. We need more kindness and I commend you for showing that with your responses. Despite not agreeing with a lot of them, you tried to find the reason they could have said what they said and gave them the benefit of the doubt just as you do the authors. So in that way, truly treasure you and your wife and the beacon of light you guys spread.

[@BookishDaddy]

Always love your responses! So articulate and thought out! I agree so many people have become very comfortable with hurting people’s feelings

[@whisperofashley]

@@BookishDaddy Ha, thank you. I know I say a lot but I do love engaging with creators who bring such positivity to this space. It's a much needed breath of fresh air.

[@BookishDaddy]

@@whisperofashley I love the engagement!!!

[@BetsyAndTheBooks]

Ok these comments had me rolling laughing! I have only read TOG series out of them all that these people are all wrong! I do like chaol in the books but there are other characters I love more. I so want to read Tress Of The Emerald Sea especially since I heard he loosely based it off of The Princess Bride and that is one of my favorite books and movies of all time! Another great video by you I would love to see you do this again! I’m sorry you’re having a tough time lately I’ll be praying for you.🩷🩷🩷

[@BookishDaddy]

Appreciate the prayers always! And you should definitely read Tress I think you’d love it!

[@AmandasBooktopia]

These one star reviews. Wow. I don’t know how anyone could call Empire of Storms dull. It’s the best book in the series! So much going on. Crazy what people say for real.

[@BookishDaddy]

@@AmandasBooktopia I know right! The entire series is good but specifically Enpire of Storms is truly amazing

[@Derpsman2021]

Honestly just don't read reviews. I know you are for the video, but from now on erase them from your life.

[@BookishDaddy]

@@Derpsman2021 oh I’m going to

[@fangs1972]

I added that “Darth Bane” book to my wish list! You’re an influencer 🧙‍♂️! I’ve already bought two other books you mentioned in other videos.

[@BookishDaddy]

Oh you won’t be disappointed! Darth Bane is my favorite sci fi character of all time you’re in for a treat!!! Let me know when you finish the first book!

[@kimmyyyk]

Also, life will always be “lifing” and I know the KZbin algorithm probably doesn’t like it when you break from uploading, but anyone who truly enjoys your content and is subscribed- we here and we completely understand❤ ❤ sometimes we just got to handle our biz

[@BookishDaddy]

Thank you so much!!!

[@AlexanderHalliwell-sf2fd]

Highly disagree with the one start reviews specially because I’m on the TOG series, finally, and they are nothing dull at all. They are tripping !!!

[@BookishDaddy]

People are so crazy lol

[@kimmyyyk]

Had to pause the video because I am shocked. My fiancé bought me The Shadows Between Us for my birthday and I DEVOURED the duology!! The second book did feel somewhat repetitive and too similar to the first book but I thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless. I have never read a villain x villain book before and it was so fun.

[@BookishDaddy]

I completely agree it was so unique and fun to read a villain x villain book

[@jacintatate]

The colonisation comment has me rolling ahahaha

[@BookishDaddy]

Right?!??? lol

[@AshWednesday06]

I dnfd Tress of The Emerald Sea! It just wasn’t catching my interest, it was my first Sanderson read too! But I think it may have been the way the audiobook was read, I still plan on reading a physical copy and seeing if that makes a difference!

[@BookishDaddy]

Ya you also like some pretty hardcore books 😂 so I get it lol

[@AshWednesday06]

lol it may surprise you but I only recently started reading horror books! It was always horror movies for me, not so much horror books. Jane Austen is one of my favorite authors, Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite books! lol I actually have a lot more fantasy or regency books than I do horror books! 😂

[@BookishDaddy]

@@AshWednesday06 my bad! Idk why I thought it was primarily horrror and thrillers

[@AshWednesday06]

@@BookishDaddyit’s ok! I’m pretty aware I give that impression! Especially from my instagram! 😂

[@BookishDaddy]

@@AshWednesday06 that’s what I was going off of lol what are your top 3 fantasy books? :)

[@Derpsman2021]

I just don't read reviews. It's a great life 👍

[@BookishDaddy]

It sounds super pleasant! 😂

[@Micmezle]

like, unless the book is literally problematic, I don't really get the point of 1 star reviews. and if you've dnf'd? you shouldn't get an opinion unless it's something like, "I dnf'd because I didn't like This or Character X'" I dunno. I've given some 2 star reviews when I've thought the book was pretty okay, but the writing style wasn't for me but I've not yet given nor will I probably ever give a 1 star

[@BookishDaddy]

I completely agree! 2 stars at the lowest seems fair and if you DNF it just say why