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1. Overall Impression
In a few sentences, how would you describe your experience reading this book?
2. Frank's Voice
Did Frank feel like a real person? Was his voice consistent throughout? Were there moments where he didn't sound like himself?
3. Jean (the AI)
Did Jean's responses feel realistic — like what an AI would actually say? Did the evolution of Frank's relationship with the machine feel believable?
4. Emotional Arc
Did the grief feel earned and natural, or did any moments feel forced? Which months hit hardest? Which felt slow?
5. Strongest Section
Which month, scene, or moment stayed with you most? What made it work?
6. Weakest Section
Was there a section where your attention drifted, or something that felt unnecessary? Be honest — this is the most useful feedback.
7. The Ending
Did the final chapter and epilogue land? Did the book end at the right moment? Did it feel complete?
8. Pacing
How was the pace? Rate from 1 (too slow) to 5 (just right) to 10 (too fast).
9. Would you recommend this book?
If a friend asked "should I read this?" — what would you say?
10. Reviewer's Blurb
Would you be willing to provide a short quote we could use on the book's website or back cover? Something like "A quiet, devastating novel about..." — one or two sentences. No pressure at all.
11. Thank-You Page
Would you like your name included in a thank-you page in the published book?
12. Anything Else
Typos you caught, lines that made you laugh or cry, things you'd change, things you wouldn't touch — all welcome.

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