Spot on, and that's exactly what happenned to me. Once you lose interest in the story, there really is no point continuing.The Keeper Jr wrote: ↑31 Jul 2023, 23:51 I would stop reading if the book doesn't capture my interest by the first few pages or chapters ( same as Kaylyn ). Sometimes I end up with some book expecting to be fun and interesting but then it turns out to be the opposite, so I can't continue reading that. It feels really tiring to keep on reading something that isn't of my interest.
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When the plot deviates from the topic, that is undoubtedly upsetting. But if it's making the reader unwell, you simply ought to quit. I agree with you.Stephen Christopher 1 wrote: ↑01 Aug 2023, 21:43In this case, it was the plot. The book took off in a totally unexpected direction, but it was a topic that was very difficult to read about, and it made me almost feel ill. That was the end for me. I read to enjoy, not to be made sick hehe.Seetha E wrote: ↑28 Jul 2023, 23:35 I
What is the tipping point for you, when would you stop flipping the pages? I recently read a book (won't name the book). I had to look up the dictionary too often but the subject was interesting, so I finished it. It was a shame that such an interesting and pertinent subject may get dismissed just because of the sophisticated vocabulary.
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wow that's a really smart suggestion, one more chapter and then call quits if it doesn't improve. I'm going to apply that rule in the future, thank you.Julie Basil wrote: ↑01 Aug 2023, 22:43 I have definitely finished a book just for the sake of finishing it in the past, but I have grown more willing to DNF books as I have grown older and have more priorities vying for my time. If I am starting to lost interest in a book I will usually keep reading for one more chapter to see if there is any improvement and if I am still losing interest I will stop there.
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that's a great commitment point right there, give it X number of chapters and then decide. I like that!
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Another thing that loses my interest is the most "perfect" protagonists. Like, why? Being a protagonist doesn't mean you are not prone to weaknesses and making bad decisions or even you're not average looking or in terms of money and bank balance, you may not be wealthy and extravagant.
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Yes! I reviewed a book where not only the protagonist but every other major character was flawless; they all went to the best schools, were handsome or beautiful, muscular or athletic, and had zero negative traits. I actually mentioned it in my review. By book 2 in the series, suddenly, everyone had flaws.Nimra Kiran wrote: ↑08 Aug 2023, 02:47
Another thing that loses my interest is the most "perfect" protagonists. Like, why? Being a protagonist doesn't mean you are not prone to weaknesses and making bad decisions or even you're not average looking or in terms of money and bank balance, you may not be wealthy and extravagant.