Not exact matches
I don't know if it's just the
circles I'm in, but I've noticed a large number of authors who've suddenly had trouble with
beta readers, who
read a book and offer feedback before publication.
Similarly, if there's someone in your
circle of associates who volunteers to
beta read, but they have a reputation for being unreliable, then don't count on them to be your only
beta reader.
You should be able to find people within your
circles who will be willing to
beta read for you for free or for a favor in return.