human
It's merely spite, was all he said.
gpt
How dare they call me insincere? They know it's a good seller and that's just what they can't stand. I've written to the editor and I hope I get that swine the boot.
human
Is that very kind, dear? she asked.
gpt
It's his job, you know, and you said bad reviews would sell the book.
human
Yes, I dare say, but not this kind. No plot, nothing except that its fatiguing and _may_ be a burlesque. English people hate being puzzled even more than they hate being bored.
gpt
Well, no matter, let them do their worst. Trust the public later on to find out that the novel's bad! ... When's dinner?