How To Write a Book Review

A book review allows students to illustrate the author's intentions of writing the piece, as well as create a criticism of the book — as a whole. In other words, form an opinion of the author's presented ideas. 

What Is a Book Review?

 Book reviews are commonly assigned students to allow them to show a clear understanding of the novel. And to check if the students have actually read the book. 

Book reviews are assigned to allow students to present their own opinion regarding the author’s ideas included in the book or passage. 

Book Review Template

The book review format includes an introduction, body, and conclusion.

1. Introduction

• Describe the book cover and title.
• Include any subtitles at this stage.
• Include the Author’s Name.

2. Thesis

• Write a brief description of the novel.
• Briefly introduce the main points of the body in your book review.
• Avoid mentioning any opinions at this time.

3. Body

• Use about 3 quotations from the author’s novel.
• Summarise the quotations in your own words.
• Mention your own point-of-view of the quotation.
• Remember to keep every point included in its own paragraph.

4. Conclusion

• In brief, summarize the quotations.
• In brief, summarize the explanations.
• Finish with a concluding sentence.
• This can include your final opinion of the book.
• Star-Rating (Optional)..