(R7 is short for Review 7)

Review : Book7 (Mystery/Thriller)
BOOK TITLE: Precipitous
AUTHOR: @WriteAwayGirl01

NOTE :
--This is my personal analysis, with the present contents of book, and the mentioned judging criteria. It may change after author edits the book or if criteria is changed.
--Any other person judging the same book, on same criteria/points, may hold different opinions/comments/suggestion/advice, than highlighted here.
--Nothing is written/criticized to offend anyone. If you don't agree, it's alright, I don't mind others having different opinions.

REVIEW :

1. Cover, Title, Summary (5/10)
Cover shows the portrait of the cast, pertaining to the lead character, Hayley. Though it relates the character, but doesn't relate the title or the theme or plot of the story, and a first look makes the reader conclude that it's a girl's story. Albeit sustaining the suspense, it doesn't hint towards the hilarious plot of story, which it should (Read Advice section)
The title basically depicts any one of the many elements related to the book, eg.- the theme/ characters' motive/ gist of the plot / genre etc. As per the meaning of 'precipitous', the title suits well to the plot and the scheme of events, the only flaw- 'precipitous' is an adjective. An adjective emphasizes & highlights the adjoining noun and the title seems incomplete. Though many successful authors, in the past, have used adjectives as their book titles, but here, my personal opinion is, I think it is incomplete & inappropriate.
Summary is very well written.

2. Images/photos etc., audio, video, GIFs- Graphics (10/10)
Images, GIFs, aesthetics, videos are appropriately chosen throughout the book. They feature the cast very well and suit according to the theme, in each chapter. A fascinating & captivating trailer is attached after Chapter 4, featuring the cast (3:44 min.), which heightens the readers' imagination. The dialogues, roles enacted by the cast, background music, situations, visuals, scenes' set up, in the video, everything is just PERFECT (touching professional perfection).

3. Grammar, Spelling, vocabulary (6/10)
Spelling mistakes- few but present, eg. 'occurance' in place of 'occurrence' etc.
Grammar: Punctuation - mainly comma, single quotation marks mistakes, at many places. A very few other mistakes too.
Word mistakes - 'whose' is used in place of 'Who is' ; incorrect usage of 'off of' at many places ; 'too' is used in place of 'to' etc.
Word repetitions are many.
Vocabulary is good.

4. Literary elements: plot, setting, characterization, conflicts, POVs, mood, tone (9/10)
The plot environment is chosen appropriately. The story and plot chosen is unusual & unrealistic but unique and attracts readers.
Settings (meaning living environment, clothing, conversation styles, food habits, transportation, etc.) need elucidation.
Characters are developed gradually with their thoughts, feelings, behavioral patterns, concerns etc., but the main focus of the author is on Hayley & her adventures, which is a good thing. Her boyfriend Daniel, who has a key role isn't clearly defined & developed, in the first few chapters.
Conflicts are properly woven with the story.
The book is written in first person POV (lead character Hayley). Moods induced are bouncy and exhilarating. Author's tones are hilarious, mystical and unearthly. In a nutshell, author has done justice to writing first person POV, and moods & tones are very well expressed as per the genre and storyline.

5. Diction, writing style, pacing (8/10)
Barring certain lacking credentials in description, author has tried hard to put it through perfection. The only thing unspecified is, how the characters residing in the book, have access to living requirements like shelter, food - Is it specified by author or any other reason? I understand that it can't be revealed so early in such a novel, but it can be pointed in the novel as the doubts of the lead characters. This will let the reader probe the further chapters to get the answer.
Writing style is narrative with a slight descriptive tone and pacing is exactly in synchronism with events & conflicts.

6. Allusion, epigraphs, euphemism, foreshadowing, metaphors/simile, imagery (10/10)
Foreshadowing is properly used throughout book chapters. The author divulges little information, with each chapter which, while satiates readers' curiosity, keeps him bound for continuing to the next chapter.
Poems, are used contextually, which add extra spice to existing mystery, giving the book a rich literary essence. Metaphors, simile used in quotations & poetic elements (presented as clues, Hayley's mother's songs, etc.).
Quotations are used very effectively against the storyline, and I think most of them are originally your own.
Imagery is quite good but could be improved and made magnificent.
Other devices not used, which is as per the story requirements (not required).

7. Structuring (10/10)
Starting & ending clearly presented in text. Paragraphs, dialogues are properly structured. Chapters are numbered sequentially & names precisely chosen according to content. Prologue, aesthetics, trailer, graphics prove to be the book's strength, as the plot & character explanation in such a novel, is a vigorous task.

8. Cliffhangers, twists/turns/incident presentation (8/10)
Cliffhangers are maintained throughout Chapters.
The storyline is intriguing & engaging and the inter related sequence of events makes it more interesting.
Intensity of emotions isn't felt due to lack of related vocabulary. Some scenes need elaboration at a few places.
As the story unfolds gradually, reader realizes there is more to it than anticipated. Twists and turns are abundant which maintains reader's curiosity & keeps him bound. If proper vocabulary is used, it can serve as a voracious appetite for readers.

9. Originality, creativity (8/10)
The concept, scenes & all other necessary traits are creatively presented, which appeals to the readers' curiosity.
Original elements are present, like quotations, some plot twists and incidents.

Rating/Marks :
5+10+6+9+8+10+10+8+8= 74/90
Since such plot & related characters are difficult to manifest in writing and taking into consideration the efforts of author in many aspects (graphics, prologue, GIFs, images, creativity, fascinating plot realization), I give bonus marks of +5, amounting to a total of 79/90
I know the bonus is high, but the efforts of the author are magnificent. In spite of all shortcomings, a reader can't resist to read the next chapter.

Reviewer's note:
I came across the book, when I judged it for Spectre Awards and I recommend it for readers who are interested in 'thriller' genre. You will not be disappointed a bit.

ADVICE (to author):
1)To take the suggestion or not, is at author's discretion, but my opinion is, specify the title properly- is it a Precipitous 'escape' /Precipitous 'murder'/ Precipitous 'strategy' etc.
2) The author may include an image, depicting the main character Hayley, emerging out from a book - as the book cover, (as I don't approve the cover photo due to the reasons mentioned above, though it's done properly & brightly)
I already wrote some more suggestions in the points above, if the author would like to consider.

If there is anything you don't understand, let me know, as an inline comment here. I will surely explain, if I find time for it.