Test reading of the novel - contemporary Ukrainian prose
Looking for two or three beta readers for a novel I just finished working on.
About the book: Contemporary Ukrainian prose. 43,000 words (about 5-8 hours of reading). A literary thriller in the spirit of Le Carré, a story about a Ukrainian intelligence channel, a Belarusian KGB officer who is recruited as a source, and a female operator who coordinates the operation. Three voices, five parts, chamber structure. The tone is restrained, not genre-specific; this is literary prose, not an action thriller.
What I need from you:
- Read the manuscript in full within 2-3 weeks.
- After reading, provide honest feedback — 15-60 minutes verbally or via messenger. NOT a review. No edits. Just tell me: where it was boring, where it was captivating, which characters you remembered, what remained unclear, how the ending works.
I need real reactions. What I do NOT need: professional editors, military experts, intelligence specialists. I need reading experience, not technical expertise.
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3958 70 0 1 Good day!
I have extensive experience in writing, editing, and translating texts on various topics. I read a lot and regularly attend book clubs where I share feedback about what I've read with other participants.
You can view examples of completed projects and reviews in my profile, more in private messages.
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Available for work, ready to start immediately after discussing the details of cooperation.
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649 2 0 Hello! I am very interested. Yes, I am an editor, but considering that your work is not a genre I work in, I will gladly turn off my professional side and provide only an honest, sincere emotional feedback. I am quite picky myself, and I am not easily impressed, but what I like, I will gladly praise. I will tell you what personally resonated with me, what did not, where I felt the events were illogical, and which moments pulled me out of the flow of reading.
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622 13 0 Good day, I can complete your task. I will give an honest review!
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588 2 0 Good day. I am interested in your offer.
In general, I am engaged in beta reading, so I will gladly read your work and provide feedback in any format convenient for you, covering all criteria and with the level of detail you desire. I will calmly share my impressions of the text, evaluate the brightness and persuasiveness of the characters, point out any ambiguities, and generally review the plot and the logic of the ending.
If you wish, I can add a few more criteria for free so that you can gain more benefit from my feedback. This may seem strange, but I simply enjoy working with artistic texts, so it is not difficult for me))
The price is acceptable. You can reduce the deadline if you need to.
I am ready to start working immediately. I carry out my work responsibly, so I guarantee quality.
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208 Good day! I am interested in your task, as I can read quickly and attentively, while not losing the meaning of the text. I am ready to take it on at any moment.
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310 1 0 Good day.
I am ready to help.
I read a lot, I also write a little.
I can formulate clear feedback.
Sincerely, Yuriy.
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1068 10 0 Hello!
I am ready to take on beta reading. I will address all the listed questions. I have some experience. I completed 2 writing courses and started writing myself. I prefer classic detective stories, but I have read something by Le Carré.
Are you interested? Please ask clarifying questions.
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418 Hello! I love and support modern Ukrainian prose, especially intellectual thrillers. I am interested in the description of your novel. I would gladly share my impressions of the plot, without professional reviews or searching for mistakes. As a reader, I will honestly tell you where it was difficult for me to detach, and where something seemed unclear. I also have an education in psychology, so I will be interested in looking at the characters' traits and their actions from this perspective. Overall, I will be happy to get to know your work, feel free to reach out!
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236 Good day! I am interested in your project. I can act as a beta reader and provide an honest reading response without a "professional" approach.
I will be able to note where the text drags or conversely falls flat, how the characters are perceived, and whether the ending works. I am ready to read within 2-3 weeks and provide feedback in a convenient format.
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276 Hello.
I can read your manuscript and write a review as a reader (I have read and continue to read many books of various genres). Feel free to reach out, I would be happy to collaborate.
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186 Good day!
I have familiarized myself with the task. I am interested in your project, I love contemporary prose and read a lot.
I am ready to read the text carefully and provide honest feedback regarding perception, dynamics, and characters.
I can meet the specified deadlines.
I will be happy to collaborate!
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942 69 0 Good day.
I am interested in your project. I was just looking for a book to read. I will gladly read yours and provide a meaningful review.
I read quickly. I will format the review according to your wishes.
I will be happy to collaborate. I can start today.
Sincerely, Nadia
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1944 94 0 Good day! I am a philologist and librarian by education. I love reading. I have experience as a beta reader. I will gladly help you.
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2942 222 0 Hello.
I can read your manuscript and write a review as a reader (I have read and continue to read many books of various genres). Feel free to reach out, I will be happy to collaborate.
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207 For me, such a number of words for one little tooth! Ready to execute!
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2211 141 0 Hello! I am ready to read your manuscript and write a review. I have experience working with books on military topics. Feel free to contact me.
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543 3 0 I will complete the tasks with quality and within the agreed timeframe. I am ready for cooperation.
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871 10 0 I am interested in your project and would be happy to be a beta reader. The volume is clear (approximately 150–200 pages), and the feedback format is suitable.
I can provide detailed, lively reader reactions: where the dynamics lag, how the characters are perceived, what works/does not work in the ending — without a formal approach.
Regarding the cost — I am aiming for 1500 UAH, as this includes a thorough attentive reading.