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Thank you to our judge, Itshikha for her dedication and skill. We'll be posting all the reviews here only, as it was a request from our judge. Let's not take any reviews to our heart and maintain an optimistic environment. Congratulations to our winners!

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﹒1ST PLACE WINNER﹒

moon_ttea — The Phantom's Waltz

Grammar & Vocabulary: 9/10

Sentence Construction: 9.5/10

Opening Paragraph: 8/10

Intriguing Factor: 9/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 10/10

Total: 45.5/50

 Brief Review:I'm absolutely captivated by this story. Your ability to create such vivid imagery and evoke emotions with your words is truly impressive. I found myself completely immersed in the world you've crafted, eagerly devouring each sentence. It is such an underrated book.

"Driven by hypnotic compulsion, I followed the ominous strains deeper into the forest, guided only by the ethereal glow of fireflies that flew around me like flickering stars." This snippet gave me goosebumps as I felt like I was myself going into the deeper forest, following the fireflies. Your writing has a magical quality that pulls me into this fantastical world.

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﹒2ND PLACE WINNERS﹒

LiebeKlara — Dawn In The Foggy Dew

Grammar & Vocabulary: 9/10

Sentence Construction: 9/10

Opening Paragraph: 8/10

Intriguing Factor: 7.5/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 8.5/10

Total: 42/50

Brief Review: Wow, this book is totally gripping! The way you described the setting and built up the suspense had me hooked from the very beginning. I love stories that transport me to different times and places, and this one seems to do just that. The mystery of the phantom and the unexpected appearance of Andre have me dying to know more. It's like a thrilling mix of supernatural elements and historical fiction. Also, I wanted to mention that I really like your writing style. It's quite impressive.

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﹒3RD PLACE WINNER﹒

MiaKurenai_2009 — Fall With You

Grammar & Vocabulary: 7/10

Sentence Construction: 7.5/10

Opening Paragraph: 8.5/10

Intriguing Factor: 9/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 9/10

Total: 41/50

Brief Review: The way you painted the autumn season with the pumpkin and cranberry leaves gracefully dancing in the wind, as if they were reciting poetry, is truly enchanting. And the bickering between friends, especially when Jane dares Ayla to date the playboy Enzo, adds such an intriguing twist to the story. I can already feel the anticipation building up to see how Ayla will handle Enzo and if their relationship will take an unexpected turn. It's definitely a page-turner that keeps you hooked from chapter to chapter. Your writing style is simple and lucid.

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SuVida777 — Black Avatare

Grammar & Vocabulary: 8/10

Sentence Construction: 8/10

Opening Paragraph: 8/10

Intriguing Factor: 7/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 7/10

Total: 38/50

Brief Review: I love how the author creates such vivid and intense imagery, making it feel like I'm right there experiencing it alongside the protagonist. And the way you described the young man who appeared, tall and striking, wrapped in blackness with power radiating out of him like seismic waves, it sent shivers down my spine! 

 This snippet: "It was a young man-tall, striking and wrapped in blackness. Power radiated out like seismic waves, as if he hadn't quite bottled it into his earthly form. Silver eyes pierced her to the core, burning into memory."

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ally_vw — Leave An Imprint

Grammar & Vocabulary: 7/10

Sentence Construction: 6/10

Opening Paragraph: 8.5/10

Intriguing Factor: 6.5/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 7/10

Total: 35/50

Brief Review: The opening line of the book, "I'd rather be anywhere. Anywhere, but here" really grabbed my attention. It perfectly captured Zavian's frustration and longing to escape from high school. In the first chapter, Zavian's act of punching a boy and receiving a 10-day suspension adds an exciting twist to the plot. Additionally, the strong bond between Zavian and his friend is heartwarming. Their amusing bickering adds a touch of humor that keeps the story engaging.

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Phase19 — The Chosen Bride

Grammar & Vocabulary: 8/10

Sentence Construction: 7/10

Opening Paragraph: 6/10

Intriguing Factor: 6/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 7/10

Total: 34/50

Brief Review: The negotiation between Wade and his father, the business deals, and even the prospect of grandchildren running around Idle-worth - it's all so intriguing! It will be interesting to see how everything unfolds and how Wade handles his newfound responsibilities. The story seems to have a perfect mix of drama, family dynamics, and business ventures. Your writing style is coherent and vivid.

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Kathy_Marwin — Chaos Begins

Grammar & Vocabulary: 7/10

Sentence Construction: 6.5/10

Opening Paragraph: 6/10

Intriguing Factor: 5.5/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 6/10

Total: 31/50

Brief Review: The opening of Camilla's first day at school, with all her unease and insecurities, was a really solid start. I loved how she interacted with characters like Remi and Kira —it was both funny and interesting. And those pictures, wow! They really brought the story to life and helped us imagine everything so clearly. Overall, I think the mix of absurd humor and the visual element makes it such an enjoyable and funny read.

The absurd literature genre of this book actually reminded me of another absurd literature work, "Waiting for Godot." Both of them have that unique and unconventional approach.

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strawberry1d — Chefs' Kiss

Grammar & Vocabulary: 7/10

Sentence Construction: 6.5/10

Opening Paragraph: 5/10

Intriguing Factor: 5.5/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 6/10

Total: 30/50

Brief Review: It is written in the second-person perspective, which didn't quite resonate with me. I think it would be advantageous to contemplate incorporating more descriptive writing. Descriptive language brings the setting, characters, and emotions. On a positive note, I really enjoyed the opening, which reminded me of Annie Proulx's 'Brokeback Mountain' —it was a great start! I did find the excessive use of pictures in the very first chapter to be a bit overwhelming. However, I must say that overall, the writing style was simple and lucid.

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_abhipreeti_ — Fall Of Dragonesia

Grammar & Vocabulary: 6/10

Sentence Construction: 6/10

Opening Paragraph: 6/10

Intriguing Factor: 4/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 5/10

Total: 27/50

Brief Review: I must say, the opening of the book was quite emotional. Poor Alana had to witness such a tragic and gruesome scene, and her bravery in facing the terrifying dragon with a dagger was commendable. However, I personally found that the book didn't fully capture my interest. Maybe the pacing or the storyline just wasn't my cup of tea.

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lamaR_Army7 — Agent Silver Phoenix | KTH FF |

Grammar & Vocabulary: 6/10

Sentence Construction: 6/10

Opening Paragraph: 5/10

Intriguing Factor: 4/10

Interest to read the further chapters: 5/10

Total: 26/50

Brief Review: It's a storyline about how the agents went undercover as high school students to spy and solve the case. It'll be interesting to see how they uncover the truth. Even though I'm not a fan of fanfiction, those who like it will definitely enjoy it. Gotta be honest, some of the dialogues between the characters were pretty weird, as I found them lacking tact and decency. Besides that, your writing style is lucid.

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Again, congratulations to all the winners!! To all the participants, thank you for participating in our awards and please don't feel discouraged if you didn't win this time, every single story is unique and different in it's own way.

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