This method was invented by G at Book Roast, and you can see their video for a better understanding by clicking here.
CAWPILE stands for:
Character
Atmosphere/Setting
Writing style
Plot
Intrigue
Logic
Enjoyment
Every book read will be rated 1 to 10 in each of these seven areas. The sum will then be divided by seven, and the result will be assigned a star rating based on where it falls on the following scale:
The Result | Rating | Recommended or not |
---|---|---|
0-1 | 0⭐ | Not Recommended |
1.1-2.2 | 1 ⭐ | Not Recommended |
2.3-4.5 | 2 ⭐ | Not Recommended |
4.6-6.9 | 3 ⭐ | Average Recommendation |
7-8.9 | 4 ⭐ | Recommended |
9-10 | 5 ⭐ | Highly Recommended |
In each review, I’ll explain how I assessed the book in these seven categories and give you the final star rating.