€¢ Provide a brief overview of the book.

€¢ Identify the thesis of the book; what are the central ideas?

€¢ Explore issues raised by the book.

€¢ Respond to the author/director’s opinions as presented

€¢ Were your prior ideas changed because of the book?

€¢ Conclude with a personal critique and judgment of the quality, value and contribution of the book.

A book review is more than a summary; it is a commentary that evaluates the work for authenticity, contribution to knowledge, or even as entertainment. You may note the content of a book, but extensive quotation is not necessary.