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"book review"
or article a specialized form of academic
critique writing in which a reviewer
evaluates the contribution to the
knowledge of scholarly works.

it usually ranges from 250 to 750

words.

It is not simply a summary but a

critical assessment, analysis, and
evaluation of a work.
 parts of a book review
(This varies depending on what kind of review is necessary.)

01 Introduction It includes the

information about a book
(title and author).

It gives the background of

the story, wherein readers
will be able to understand
what the story is about.
 parts of a book review
(This varies depending on what kind of review is necessary.)

02 Characterization It describes the attributes

and emotions of the
characters in the story.

A good description of their

personality is what makes
readers love or hate the
characters in the story.
 parts of a book review
(This varies depending on what kind of review is necessary.)

It examines that way the

introduction, the suspense, the
03 Plot
climax, and the conclusion are
written.
The writer may compare the
plot of the book being
reviewed with other books
similar to it.
A writer may also suggest
ideas that could have been
added of removed.
 parts of a book review
(This varies depending on what kind of review is necessary.)

Writer critiques the artistic side

of the book.
04 Art and Delivery A writer may focus on the
typography and illustration.

Typography - refers to font

size/style, letter spacing, line spacing,
and line length.

Illustration - refers to drawings and

graphic materials found in the book.
 parts of a book review
(This varies depending on what kind of review is necessary.)

05 Final Verdict It is like a conclusion wherein

final comments and overall
critiques are expressed.

This is also where the book is

rated based on the reviewer's
opinion and standard.
steps in 1. Choose a book - select a book you want to review and
read thoroughly.

writing 2. Write the book review - based on the given parts, try to
describe the book and express your thoughts about it.

a book
3. Reread and revise your book review - you may also ask a
peer to do it for thorough editing.

review
4. Share your book review with other - you might not know
it, but your book review might be useful to others.
 activity
Write T if the statement is True and F if False.
Thank You for
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