I do think it’s best to be specific with readers as to what kind of feedback you’re looking for, whether that’s “does the opening grab your attention?” Or “do you find character x compelling” or whatever… I’ve found that it helps readers to know exactly what kind of feedback one is looking for…also as someone who is interested in medieval women (my upcoming novel features a 14-century anchoress!), I would absolutely pick your book up off the shelf in a bookstore!
I do think it’s best to be specific with readers as to what kind of feedback you’re looking for, whether that’s “does the opening grab your attention?” Or “do you find character x compelling” or whatever… I’ve found that it helps readers to know exactly what kind of feedback one is looking for…also as someone who is interested in medieval women (my upcoming novel features a 14-century anchoress!), I would absolutely pick your book up off the shelf in a bookstore!