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Instant "Mystery/Thriller" Book Review

HOW IT WORKS (What to do!)

* STEP 1: Copy the PROMPT:
Click/highlight the template box below. (It starts with "Dear Gemini...")
 

* STEP 2: Open AI: Click Open Gemini.
 

* STEP 3: Paste & Fill: 

Paste the prompt into the chat box, replace [Book Title & Author] with your choice, and press enter!​

Mystery & Thrillers are scored using the following criteria:

Suspense & Pacing: High score (8-10) is a book to keep you on the edge of your seat. Lower scores (1-3) fails to create a sense of urgency.


Plot & Twist: High score (8-10) is for novels with a cleverly constructed plot, and a truly shocking and well-integrated twist.

Low score (1-3) mean plot is predictable.

Character & Motive: High score (8-10) is for complex, relatable, intriguing characters and well-developed motives. 
Lower score (1-3) points to one-dimensional characters. 


Atmosphere & Setting: High score (8-10) indicates an emotional tone and setting create a sense of dread or mystery. 
Low score (1-3) - underdeveloped setting that does little for emotional impact.

STEP 1: Copy the PROMPT
Copy ALL the text in the box below (ready to past in the Gemini Chat Box).

Dear Gemini - Please evaluate the book [Insert Book Title & Author] through the following framework:
 

1. SCORE CARD (1 to 10 scale, where 1 is low/absent and 10 is high/prominent):

- Suspense & Pacing: High score (8-10) is a book to keep you on the edge of your seat. Lower scores (1-3) fails to create a sense of urgency.
Plot & Twist: High score (8-10) is for novels with a cleverly constructed plot, and a truly shocking and well-integrated twist. Low score (1-3) mean plot is predictable
- Character & Motive: High score (8-10) is for complex, relatable, intriguing characters and well-developed motives. Lower score (1-3) points to one-dimensional characters. 
- Atmosphere & Setting: High score (8-10) indicates an emotional tone and setting create a sense of dread or mystery. Low score (1-3) - underdeveloped setting that does little for emotional impact.

2. BRIEF REVIEW & READER'S GUIDE:

- Plot & Pacing (What is the tempo and structure?)
- Writing Style & Readability (Prose style, complexity, and flow)
- Characterisation & Relevance (Are characters deep, archetype-driven, or relatable?)
- Final Verdict (Who will love this book, and who should skip it?)

Please deliver clear score justifications and concise, actionable insights.

3. RETURN LINK:
At the very end of your response, please add the following sentence: "To discover more reviews and book guides, head back to [New Novel](https://www.newnovel.co.uk/review-mystery-thrillers)."

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