Have you ever wondered what the most fair way to rate books is? Problem solved. I’ve come up with LibRate, a rating scheme that I think compares books in a semi-fair manner.

Okay, there are five options when you rate a book:

5. This rating applies only to Harry Potter

4. This rating, also known as “Beyond Really Good,” is for books like The Dark is Rising, Dragonriders of Pern, and Terrier. In other words, books that are exceptional…but of course none of them are exactly as good as Harry Potter.

3. Also known as “Really Good”. This rating is for enjoyable boks.

2. Also known as “Okay”. Use this rating for books that are sort of….”Eh, whatever”.

1. A.k.a. “Bleh!” Need I say more?

Now, you can also use decimals in your ratings as well.For example, 3.5 would be halfway between a “Really Good” book and a “Beyond Really Good” book. You should also note that the spacing between the ratings is not equal (see below chart). Though the space signifies a great difference is quality, it does not affect the way you form your decimals.

Well, that’s LibRate.

Note: Take this seriously at your own peril.

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