★★★★★
Reserved for books that are unforgettable and leave an emotional and intellectual impact. The writing, the characters, the reading experience, and how all elements come together are flawless.
★★★★☆
A strong and impressive read that I truly enjoyed. The book may have some issues with structure, pacing, or flow, but overall it is absolutely worth recommending.
★★★☆☆
An enjoyable and solid reading experience. Still, I didn’t feel a lasting emotional or intellectual connection to the story.
★★☆☆☆
A book that didn’t meet my expectations. It had potential, but the execution didn’t deliver.
★☆☆☆☆
Very rare. Given only if I struggled to finish or felt little connection or value in the experience.