We're not big into "rating" or ranking books, since one reader's "one star" review would be another's "three star" review. But we realize people will ask, "How do you rate this book?" So, we've come up with the "sushi roll ratings system." Here's how it works:
One sushi roll -- This book needs some work (grammar, typos, editorial concerns, etc.) but it's still worth a look if you're into its theme or concept. (For a non-fiction book, you could say it has some worth as reference material, but isn't the best example in the field of study.)
Two sushi rolls -- This book still needs some work, but it's better written than a one roll reviewed book and doesn't leave as many questions with the reader as to its construction/research. Not a total waste of time to read and okay to recommend to others.
Three sushi rolls -- This book is solid, with no editorial concerns, but it might have a few places where it could be improved plot-wise or character-development-wise or research-wise. You can feel safe recommending this book to other readers.
Four sushi rolls -- This book is a real treat, one of the best in its genre and a thoroughly enjoyable read. You'd be crazy not to recommend it to others and look out for other books written by the same author(s).
Four + sushi rolls -- The reviewer really liked this book and can't recommend it enough.
"The Red Banner-Fireworks Special" -- This book is a rare and beautiful thing. Perfection itself. You won't see us posting this rating very often (if at all) because not many exist or have existed. Still, it's good to have a ratings scale that includes the best of the best, isn't it?
The No Sushi Tuesdays Review Team
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