| Legend / Key | | Pre (() | Impression before starting (eg “hype”) |
| Start ([) | Impression during early parts |
| Mid (–) | Impression through most of it; current impression |
| End (]) | Impression at end (or towards the end) |
| Post ()) | Final, overall impression |
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  | Not applicable; haven’t/hasn’t started yet; have not heard of it |
| Hate(d) it; was/is a mistake/waste of time; dreading it |
| Negative feelings; a chore; not looking forward to it |
| Neutral feelings; no opinion; can take or leave it |
| Positive feelings; want more; looking forward to it; heard good things |
| Love(d) it; worthwhile; can’t wait for it |
