Describe a book you desire to read again – IELTS Speaking part 2, 3

1. Vocabulary related to the theme of Book

2. IELTS Speaking part 2: Discuss a book you wish to revisit

2.1. Topic

To start the speaking, candidates should introduce basic information about the book they want to read again, including the title, year of publication, genre of the book, etc. Regarding the genre information, candidates should directly introduce whether it is a detective or horror genre, etc. In this section, candidates can summarize in 1-2 sentences.

Next, candidates should succinctly summarize the content of the book in 2-3 sentences and highlight some bright points of the book. Candidates should not delve too deeply into the content of the book, which can make the speech boring and verbose. 

Instead, candidates should deduce from the main content which audience the book would be suitable for. For example, today's youth are very fond of romance novels or horror stories, while older people prefer books with more contemplative content.

Finally, candidates need to explain why they want to read the book again. 

2.2. Sample 1: The Hunger Games

Please join us to listen to the Mytour Part 2 podcast example:

First off, I should say that I consider myself to be an avid reader. In other words, I’ve read several novels and have thoroughly enjoyed doing so. The Hunger Games, though, was the novel that had the biggest impact on me, and I’d want to tell you about it.

American novelist Suzanne Collins is the author of the young adult dystopian book series The Hunger Games. She is widely considered as one of the world’s most extraordinarily gifted novelists.

The story centers on Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old coal miner from a low-income neighborhood, and is set in a dystopian future version of North America. She is chosen at random, along with 23 other kids, to compete in a public death match. They are compelled to slaughter one another brutally until only one is left.

The book quickly became so well-known around the world that it was turned into a hit television show. It was thus no surprise that the movie’s adaption was a huge financial hit when it came out.I absolutely enjoyed getting lost in Collins’ science fiction universe. The acting is flawless and fantastic, as well as the sound effects are excellent. Overall, I think this was one of the most interesting and compelling books I’ve ever read.

Bài dịch

Trước tiên, tôi muốn nói rằng tôi xem bản thân mình là một người yêu sách. Nói cách khác, tôi đã đọc rất nhiều tiểu thuyết và rất thích thú khi đọc chúng. Tuy nhiên, Đấu trường sinh tử là cuốn tiểu thuyết có ảnh hưởng lớn nhất đến tôi và tôi muốn chia sẻ với bạn về nó.

Tác giả tiểu thuyết người Mỹ Suzanne Collins là người viết các cuốn sách viễn tưởng dành cho giới trẻ The Hunger Games. Cô được nhiều người coi là một trong những nhà văn có tài năng đặc biệt nhất trên thế giới.

Câu chuyện tập trung vào Katniss Everdeen, một công nhân mỏ than 16 tuổi đến từ một khu dân cư có thu nhập thấp, và diễn ra trong một tương lai tối tăm của Bắc Mỹ. Cô đã được chọn ngẫu nhiên cùng với 23 đứa trẻ khác để tham gia vào một cuộc thi giết chóc công khai. Họ buộc phải giết nhau một cách tàn bạo cho đến khi chỉ còn một người sống sót.

Cuốn sách nhanh chóng trở thành hiện tượng toàn cầu đến mức đã được chuyển thể thành một chương trình truyền hình phổ biến. Do đó, không có gì ngạc nhiên khi phiên bản điện ảnh đã thu hút sự chú ý lớn về mặt tài chính khi ra mắt. Tôi thật sự thích thú khi được đắm mình vào vũ trụ khoa học viễn tưởng của Collins. Diễn xuất xuất sắc và hiệu ứng âm thanh tuyệt vời. Tóm lại, tôi cho rằng đây là một trong những cuốn sách thú vị và hấp dẫn nhất mà tôi từng đọc.

Từ vựng nổi bật

• Avid reader (n): độc giả ham đọc sách
• Dystopian (adj): viễn tưởng
• Be compelled to (adj): bị buộc phải
• Slaughter (v): tàn sát
• Brutally (adv): một cách tàn bạo
• Adaptation (n): chuyển thể
• Flawless (adj): hoàn hảo

2.3. Mẫu 2: Thư gửi các cô gái

Hãy cùng bạn nghe Podcast mẫu phần 2 của Mytour nhé:

Contrary to my nerdy outward look, I have never been a huge reader. I hardly ever read because I don’t really enjoy the act of staying still for hours at a time while gazing at dense pages. There is, however, one book that I genuinely enjoy reading. It is titled “Dear Girls” and was written by none other than Ali Wong, my favorite stand-up comedian.

After watching Ali Wong’s comedy specials “Baby Cobra” and “Hard Knock Wife” on Netflix, I discovered this book last month. Unfortunately, Ali took a break from performing shortly after due to her pregnancy with her second child. While waiting for her return, I decided to read her book. Despite my aversion to reading, I managed to order it, sit down, and spend time reading a 200-page book out of admiration for Ali.

Fortunately, the book meets my expectations. In reality, “Dear Girls” is a thoughtful message to Ali’s daughters when they are older. It is jam-packed with Ali’s life experience and covers anything a girl could possibly need to know. Ali had such a distinct perspective on the world that she freely shared her opinions on marriage, Asian culture, working women, and other topics.

The book was absurdly amusing, unexpectedly emotional, instructive, and, as to be anticipated from Ali, also nasty. I think readers who appreciate the unusual or just want to laugh a lot will find this book to be the most appealing.

Even though I may not have enough time to finish the book, it has certainly enhanced my reading experience beyond any I’ve had before.

Bài dịch

Contrary to my bookish appearance, I have never been much of a book reader. I hardly ever read because I'm not particularly fond of sitting still for hours staring at dense pages. However, there is one book that I really enjoy reading. It's titled 'Dear Girls' and it's written by none other than Ali Wong, my favorite stand-up comedian.

Through the success of Ali Wong's two Netflix comedy specials “Baby Cobra” and “Hard Knock Wife,” I became aware of this book last month. Unfortunately, Ali took a few months off stage after performing it because she did so while expecting her second child. I chose to read her book while waiting for her return. Despite my dislike for reading books, I was still able to place an order, sit down, and spend time reading a 200-page book out of love for Ali.

I'm fortunate that the book met my expectations. In fact, “Dear Girls” is a profound message to Ali's daughters as they grow older. It's packed with Ali's life experiences and covers everything a girl might need to know. Ali has a unique perspective on the world to the extent that she comfortably shares her views on marriage, Asian culture, working women, and other topics.

The book is amusingly interesting, emotionally rich, surprisingly instructive, and as predicted by Ali, also annoying. I believe readers who appreciate the unconventional or just want a good laugh will find this book most appealing.

Even though I don't have enough time to finish the book, I think it has enhanced my reading experience more than anything I've ever experienced.

Vocabulary Highlights

• Nerdy outward look: bề ngoài mọt sách
• Gazing at dense pages: nhìn chằm chằm vào những trang sách dày đặc
• Stand-up comedian (n): diễn viên hài độc thoại
• Be jam-packed with (adj): chan chứa
• Absurdly (adv): một cách vô lý
• Instructive (adj): mang tính dẫn dắt

3. IELTS Speaking part 3: Describe a book you want to read again

Please listen to Mytour's Part 3 podcast sample:

3.1. What genres of books do you enjoy most?

Since I was a young child, I have been a major lover of crime fiction. I enjoy reading thrillers more than romantic fiction. Until the mystery is resolved, I can’t help but become completely engrossed in the plot. Stephen King is my all-time favorite writer.

• Engrossed (adj): bị cuốn hút vào

(Translation: Since childhood, I've been a big fan of crime novels. I prefer reading horror stories over romance novels. Until the mystery is solved, I can't help but be completely drawn into the plot. Stephen King is my all-time favorite author.)

3.2. How about your childhood? Do you read the same kinds of books now as you did when you were a child?

I must admit, it’s a little different. My favorite childhood reading material was comic books and fantasy novels featuring superheroes and fairies. As I’ve become older, I now choose crime fiction or stories that make readers think.

• Fantasy novels (n): tiểu thuyết giả tưởng

(Translation: I have to admit, it's a bit different now. My favorite childhood reads were comics and fantasy novels about superheroes and fairies. As I grew older, I now choose crime novels or stories that make readers think.)

3.3. What kinds of books do children like?

I think that most kids are attracted to fairy tales because they feature fantastical creatures and wonders. You know, when reading this kind of book, kids enjoy letting their imaginations run wild and lose themselves in the enchanted, enigmatic world. Folk tales are beloved by many kids because they often contain deep lessons that inspire kindness and empathy in young people.

• Enchanted (adj): mê hoặc
• Enigmatic (adj): bí ẩn
• Empathy (n): sự đồng cảm

(Translation: I think most children are attracted to fairy tales because they feature magical creatures and fantastical things. You know, when reading these types of books, children enjoy letting their imagination soar and getting lost in a world full of enchantment and mystery. Folk tales are popular among kids because they often contain profound lessons, stirring compassion and empathy in children.)

3.4. How can parents foster their children's love for reading?

Well, in my opinion, there are several approaches for parents to pique their kids’ interest in reading. Reading books to children is one of the best things you can do. It might give kids an excellent head start on reading later in life, in my opinion. The relationship between the children and their parents is also strengthened as a result.

Taking kids to a book street, where a variety of books are available, is another excellent option. Children can simply stroll along the street to unwind while perusing the shops at the same time.

• Pique (v): khơi dậy
• Stroll along the street (v): đi dạo dọc đường phố
• Peruse (v): tham quan

(Translation: Yes, in my opinion, there are several approaches to ignite your child's love for reading. Reading to children is one of the best things you can do. In my view, it can give children a great start in reading later in life.

The relationship between children and parents is also strengthened through this. Taking children to bookstores, where there are many types of books, is another great option. Children can simply stroll along the street to relax while exploring the shops.)

3.5. Why should adults continue to read books?

I believe that learning is a lifelong process and that the need for information is insatiable. Reading not only improves one’s intellect and spiritual life but also serves as a natural stress reliever. I believe that everyone, regardless of age, should continue reading as many books as they can.

• Insatiable (adj): vô tận
• Intellect (n): trí tuệ
• Spiritual (adj): tinh thần
• Regardless of: bất kể