How to write a book a book review Before reading, consider: Title - What does it suggest? Preface or Introduction - Provides important information about the author's intentions or the scope of the book. Can you identify any limitations? Has the author ignored important aspects of the subject? Table of Contents - Shows how the book's organized -- main ideas, how they're developed (chronologically, topically, etc.) Points to ponder as you read the entire book: What's the general field or genre? Does the book fit? From what point of view is the book written? Do you agree or disagree with the author's point of view? Make notes as you read, passages to quote in your review. Can you follow the author's thesis, "common thread"? What is the author's style? Formal? Informal? Suitable for the intended audience? Are concepts well defined? Is the language clear and convincing? Are the ideas developed? What areas are covered, not covered?How accu...