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Alibris UK

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Alibris UK has a rating of 4.6 stars from 8,503 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Alibris UK most frequently mention good price, excellent service, and shipping costs. Alibris UK ranks 2nd among Textbooks sites.

  • Value
    4
  • Shipping
    3
  • Quality
    3

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 89%
Positive
1,097
Neutral
87
Negative
49
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Top Positive Review

“So far so good”

Caroline B.
9/25/24

So far so good. I am slightly concerned that the description of my order no longer includes the specific UPC code: *******79959. I specifically want this version and hope that this is what the seller HPB Movies will provide (as was listed).

Top Critical Review

“If I put a one star rating (I won't bore you with the...”

John P.
9/14/24

If I put a one star rating (I won't bore you with the reasons) and your response is: 'Oh you can't possibly mean that - would you like to think again?' then you are just inviting an even more negative response. Try not to be so irritating.

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December 29th, 2021
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Excellent way of searching for books at competitive pricing

Reason I chose this business:

Birthday gift

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December 28th, 2021
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Simple and very good. I would like to have PayPal as an option

Reason I chose this business:

Found through Bookfinder.com

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May 17th, 2021
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Always reliable, never had any problems. Books are often in better condition than I expect.

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February 12th, 2021
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Simple and very clear, thank you. Await my birthday present!

Reason I chose this business:

Only place I could find what I wanted from the UK.

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December 26th, 2021
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Easy access to out of print and rare books// thank you

Reason I chose this business:

Used before. Very good

EXCELLENT WEBSITE
December 18th, 2021
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EXCELLENT WEBSITE. EASY TO USE. WIDE SELECTION OF OLD BOOKS. WIDE CHOICE OF BOOK CONDITION AND SELLERS. THANKS

Reason I chose this business:

YOU HAD THE BOOKS I WANTED!. AT VERY GOOD PRICES. Thank you!

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December 22nd, 2021
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Hard to discern 'only UK' orders without a Seller location filter (or I missed it!)

Reason I chose this business:

Used the site before successfully

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May 16th, 2021
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More clarity about shipping costs earlier in process would help

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January 19th, 2022
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It has been quick and straightforward to order, but I have no idea of the estimated delivery date.

Reason I chose this business:

It looked as though they could supply the book I wanted.

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December 20th, 2021
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Finally found an alternative that benefits local booksellers, I hope!

Reason I chose this business:

Trying to find an alternative that benefits local booksellers when I can't get to town.

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May 16th, 2021
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Reason I chose this business:

To find a used book

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May 14th, 2021
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Alibris has a good number of options for books and sellers.

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June 12th, 2021
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Would not accept my credit card, despite details being correct.

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February 11th, 2021
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Excellent service, as always. And I have a clearer conscience than when using Amazon..

Reason I chose this business:

Used it before. Trusted.

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January 31st, 2021
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My experience with Alibris (UK) has always been wonderful. NO complaints!

Reason I chose this business:

Had a book, I could not find anywhere else.

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June 18th, 2023
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So simple; all the information you need about type of book, condition and postage costs!
Brilliant!

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December 14th, 2021
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Great -found what I needed quickly and easily, thank you

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May 13th, 2021
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Reason I chose this business:

Best place to find rare books.

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June 17th, 2023
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Nice, simple interface, not needing to put in my phone number. All round good.

Reason I chose this business:

Because you are not Amazon (and hopefully not owned by them either though I admit I have not done my due diligence to find out. I suspect you are indipendant)

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June 15th, 2023
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• Updated review

Last time i added a complimentary review you asked for it to be re-worded!

Rxcellent as always
March 16th, 2023
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Womderful as always
January 3rd, 2023
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• Previous review

Womderful as always. Sorry to see there are no 2nd hand copies of this title.

I love Alibris!
August 11th, 2022
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Reason I chose this business:

I want to encourage recycling and help maintain the value of print books.

Do you know how I can find a copy of Holy wells and...
July 4th, 2022
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Do you know how I can find a copy of
Holy wells and healing springs of Lincolnshire?

Reason I chose this business:

Always use it for everything.

Wonderful selection, good value prices and a brilliant...
June 5th, 2022
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Wonderful selection, good value prices and a brilliant customer interface as always.

Excellent as always
October 25th, 2021
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I love Al-libris
March 1st, 2021
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March 9th, 2021
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Good, very cheap books, but shipping times are long, sometimes several months.

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January 5th, 2021
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Very impressed with website and availability of books in other countries

Reason I chose this business:

I have been looking for a particular book for some time, finally tracked one down to Alibris and I can buy it from them in the UK, just brilliant.

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July 12th, 2023
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• Updated review

I signed up for a voucher but have received absolutely no response after several attempts.

Reason I chose this business:

Have ordered through Alibris for many years

Good
February 4th, 2021
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Reason I chose this business:

Already customer

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June 3rd, 2023
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• Updated review

Books were easy to find.
Some options also not listed on Amazon

Reason I chose this business:

Some options also not listed on Amazon

Why no paypal?
August 2nd, 2022
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Why no paypal?
Why no delivery discount when buying from the same shop?
Might as well go to Amazon.

Reason I chose this business:

Alternative to Amazon.

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January 12th, 2022
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For some reason I had to enter my visa card number four times before it registered

Reason I chose this business:

Looking for a book you did not have

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May 12th, 2021
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Very quick and easy way to find books you need. Great service so far

Reason I chose this business:

Great price

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