book review

noun

1. a critical description, evaluation, or analysis of a book, especially one published in a newspaper or magazine.
2. a section or page of a newspaper or magazine devoted to such material.

Other Words From

• book reviewer noun
• book reviewing noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of book review¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Weekly, where I was writing book reviews and covering the arts.

From Los Angeles Times

The idea that these corporations place profit above health is not just a cocktail hour talking point gleaned from some book review – it is deeply ingrained in the community’s memory.

From Salon

BMJ, which publishes BJSM, announced on 10 May that a further investigation has now concluded, with the journal pulling four editorials and a book review for plagiarism and a letter for duplicate publication.

From Science Magazine

So they have a very close friendship in the 1950s and Oliver comes on as a book review editor for the National Review.

From Salon

This isn't the time and place for a book review.

From Salon

Related Words

• analysis
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