I agree - life's too short to finish a book that I don't like. And re-reading an old favorite can sure bring a lot of pleasure. With that said, I do try to persist for a few chapters at least, because there are a few times that I've hated a first chapter, and then ended up really liking the book.
(Or, of course, if I'm reviewing for my blog, I keep reading, since the publisher has trusted me to read the book...)
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