- (What is a Book Review?)
- A book review is a short text that:
- gives information about a book
- describes the story and characters
- shares the writer’s opinion
- helps readers decide if they want to read the book
- Book reviews combine information + opinion.
Book Review Structure
1️⃣ Title & Author
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Start by writing the book title and the author’s name.
Example: The Field Next To My House by Callum Brian -
2️⃣ Type of Book
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Say what kind of book it is:
Example: comedy, adventure, short story, novel -
3️⃣ Setting
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Where and when the story happens.
Example: In a small town in an imaginary country -
4️⃣ Main Character
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Who the story is about.
Example: A man who lives in a house -
5️⃣ Plot / What Happens
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Write a few sentences about the story’s main events.
Example: The story develops quickly, with exciting events that change the character’s life -
6️⃣ Your Opinion
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Say what you think about the book. Give reasons.
Example: I enjoyed it because the story was exciting and funny -
7️⃣ Recommendation
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End by telling others if they should read it or not.
Example: I recommend this book to everyone who loves a good short story
