Books--Reviews

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#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Colleen Hoover writes bad books Northern Iowan 119:11, p.3	10/03/2022	Bailey Klinkhammer writes their opinion on Colleen Hoover's books specifically focusing on the book "November 9". Klinkhammer believes that Hoover's love stories romanticizes obsessive and controlling men and will teach teenage or young adult women that it is okay to be in an emotionally abusive relationship; photo.
2	Ottessa Moshfegh is brilliant Northern Iowan 115:49, p.3	04/15/2019	Hall recommends author Ottessa Moshfegh; photo.
3	Romance novel with secrets Northern Iowan 111:47, p.6	04/06/2015	Taija Tucker reviews the book "Confess".
4	Mystery receives high marks Northern Iowan 111:35, p.4	02/12/2015	Student Taija Tucker reviews "I was here" a mystery novel.
5	Mystery novel captivates readers Northern Iowan 111:28, p.7	01/15/2015	Student Taija Tucker looks at "Dark Places" by Gillian Flynn.
6	Sparks brings tears Northern Iowan 111:22, p.5	11/13/2014	Taija Tucker reveiws Nicholas Sparks' book "The Best Of Me"
7	Immerse into danger Northern Iowan 111:11, p.5	10/06/2014	Taija Tucker reviews "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner.
8	'Before Summer' illustrates growing up gay in Iowa Northern Iowan 110:34, p.4	02/06/2014	Review of the book "Before Summer" written by Harry Arlo Nimmo, a UNI alumnus; reflects on his experience at UNI as both enjoyable and educational. The book deals with the pressure and fears of being homosexual in the 1950's.
9	CME to host sixth annual book club Northern Iowan 109:6, p.7	09/14/2012	A diverse group of books will be available for members. Books offer a great and simple way for people to experience a culture.
10	Attack of Banana-man! Northern Iowan 106:25, p.6	12/04/2009	Author Ray Comfort's book, a version of "Origin of the Species" reviewed.
11	Pride and prejudice and zombies, oh my! Northern Iowan 105:57, p.2	06/26/2009	Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith wrote, "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies". Comments from Amazon.com shared.
12	Poet visits UNI campus Northern Iowan 105:7, p.10	09/23/2008	James A. Autry held a book signing at University Book and Supply, followed by discussion on his two most recent works and a presentation in the Communication Arts Center.
13	Big Boned heroine is one to admire Northern Iowan 104:28, p.9	01/18/2008	Review of the book "Big Boned", by Meg Cabot.
14	A look back Northern Iowan 104:27, p.11	12/07/2007	Review of the book "Evensong"
15	Hart's "Operation" fails to impress Northern Iowan 104:22, p.7	11/09/2007	Review of the book "Operation Supergoose"; photo.
16	"-Isms and -Ologies" and others! Oh my! Northern Iowan 104:21, p.13	11/06/2007	Review of "Isms and -Ologies"; photo.
17	Finders 'keepers' Northern Iowan 104:19, p.12	10/30/2007	Review of the book "My Sister's Keeper"; photo.
18	Reiching havoc Northern Iowan 104:17, p.11	10/23/2007	Review of Kathy Reich's latest book, "Bones to Ashes"; photo.
19	Sparks knows how to tug the heartstrings Northern Iowan 104:16, p.10	10/19/2007	Review of Nicholas Sparks' latest novel, "Dear John"; photo.
20	"Star Trek" comes back Northern Iowan 104:15, p.12	10/16/2007	The latest "Star Trek" novel reviewed; photo.
21	Take a step back in time with Erickson Northern Iowan 104:14, p.9	10/12/2007	Review of Carolly Erickson's new book, "The Secret Life of Josephine: Napoleon's Bird of Paradise"; photo.
22	Tyler makes an art out of people-watching Northern Iowan 104:12, p.8	10/05/2007	Anne Tyler's latest book, "Digging in America" reviewed; photo.
23	"Snapshot": life's only handbook Northern Iowan 104:11, p.13	10/02/2007	Review of Ryan O'Reilly's new novel.
24	Nicholas Sparks sticks to formula Northern Iowan 104:10, p.9	09/28/2007	Review of book "At First Sight" by Nicholas Sparks; photo.
25	Debut novel plants a seed Northern Iowan 104:8, p.9	09/21/2007	Review of "Garden Spells" by Sarah Addison Allen; photo.
26	A journey that leads you back to the beginning Northern Iowan 104:7, p.11	09/18/2007	"The Alchemist', a book by Paulo Coelho, is reviewed; photo.
27	Megan McCafferty's series continues Northern Iowan 104:6, p.7	09/14/2007	"Fourth Comings" published by Megan McCafferty is reviewed; photo.
28	Gregory Maguire's twist on the Cinderella story Northern Iowan 104:5, p.10	09/11/2007	Review of "Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister" written by Gregory Maguire; photo.
29	Nicholas Sparks next classic Northern Iowan 104:3, p.7	08/31/2007	Book review of "The Wedding", by Nicholas Sparks; photo.
30	"The Giver:" more than just a children's book Northern Iowan 104:2, p.10	08/28/2007	Lois Lowry's timeless novel, "The Giver", is reviewed; photo.
31	Harry Potter still lives up to hype Northern Iowan 104:1, p.12	08/24/2007	Review of latest and final "Harry Potter" book; photo.
32	"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: released Saturday Northern Iowan 103:61, p.1	07/20/2007	The final "Harry Potter" book goes on sale July 21, 2007, at 12:01 am; photo.
33	A first person historical fiction gem Northern Iowan 103:61, p.7	07/20/2007	"The Last Wife of Henry VIII" is reviewed; photo.
34	Things to do and not do when you get "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Northern Iowan 103:61, p.6	07/20/2007	Advice on actions following the purchase of the latest Harry Potter book; photo.
35	A ghost story comes to life Northern Iowan 104:1, p.6	07/13/2007	Mitch Albom's latest book, "For One More Day", is reviewed; photo.
36	Cabot's "Babble" sequel better than first Northern Iowan 103:59, p.7	06/29/2007	Review of Meg Cabot's book, "Queen of Babble".
37	"Queen of Babble" great summer read Northern Iowan 103:58, p.5	06/22/2007	Review of the book "Queen of Babble"; photo.
38	Dorothy Francis crowds pages Northern Iowan 103:57, p.6	06/15/2007	Review of the book Cold Case Killer.
39	Lap dancers don't take checks Northern Iowan 103:48, p.9	04/03/2007	Review of the book "Lap Dancer's Don't Take Checks"; photo.
40	Long road to "The Assassins' Gate" Northern Iowan 103:47, p.9	03/30/2007	Book, "The Assassins' Gate" reviewed; photo.
41	Into Inman's history with Jeffrey Copeland Northern Iowan 103:39, p.14	02/20/2007	Jeffrey Copeland's book, Inman's War, reviewed; photo.
42	Laziness cited as money maker in new book Northern Iowan 103:20, p.12	11/03/2006	Corinne Maier states that degrees are not a measure of intelligence or competence, but they do provide proof that a person can earn a wage and buckle down to complete a task; photo.
43	"Hooking Up" is a must-read for all girls Northern Iowan 103:13, p.11	10/10/2006	Amber Madison's book receives a glowing recommendation. The author relates to the younger generation with the use of straightforward stories and humor; photo.
44	"Magical Thinking" could change your world Northern Iowan 103:5, p.14	09/12/2006	The new number 1 book on the New York Times best seller list is comprised of short stories/memoirs from Augusten Burroughs.
45	Harry Potter not magical at all Northern Iowan 101:61, p.5	07/22/2005	Believes the writings of J. K. Rowling are more of a fad than good literature.
46	Pattern Recognition filled with 'character' Northern Iowan 99:55, p.18	05/02/2003	Review of the book "Pattern Recognition" by William Gibson.
47	Two books on picking up women battle for superiority Northern Iowan 99:50, p.16	04/15/2003	Review of "The Guide to Picking Up Girls," written by Gabe Fischbarg, and "Make Every Girl Want You," written by John Fate; photo.
48	'Sick Puppy' in need of medical assistance Northern Iowan 99:48, p.14	04/08/2003	Review of "Sick Puppy," written by Carl Hiaasen; photo.
49	Characters 'flaw' "Tricky Business" Northern Iowan 99:46, p.12	04/01/2003	Review of "Tricky Business," written by Dave Barry; photo.
50	Whitaker disses the dystopia of 'Jennifer Government' Northern Iowan 99:43, p.10	03/11/2003	Review of "Jennifer Government," written by Max Barry; photo.
51	'Blackwood Farm' sucks more than just blood Northern Iowan 99:41, p.10	03/04/2003	Review of "Blackwood Farm," written by Anne Rice; photo.
52	Bestseller "Lovely Bones" gets under readers' skin Northern Iowan 99:40, p.16	02/28/2003	Review of "The Lovely Bones," written by Alice Sebold; photo.
53	Martin strays from his comic roots in "Shopgirl" Northern Iowan 99:39, p.10	02/25/2003	Review of Steve Martin's book, "Shopgirl"; photo.
54	'The Kid' tackles taboo topic Northern Iowan 99:37, p.10	02/18/2003	Review of "The Kid," written by Dan Savage; photo.
55	'Twelve' not quite a ten Northern Iowan 99:35, p.12	02/11/2003	Review of Nick McDonell's "Twelve"; photo.
56	'Bump and Run' mindless fun Northern Iowan 99:33, p.12	02/04/2003	Review of "Bump and Run," written by Mike Lupica; photo.
57	'Lullaby' sounds sweeter than it is Northern Iowan 99:32, p.11	01/31/2003	Review of "Lullaby," written by Chuck Palahniuk; photo.
58	Crichton does it again with "Prey" Northern Iowan 99:31, p.11	01/28/2003	Review of "Prey," written by Michael Crichton; photo.
59	Hawke better actor than author with 'Ash Wednesday' Northern Iowan 99:30, p.15	01/24/2003	Review of "Ash Wednesday," written by Ethan Hawke; photo.
60	"Booga booga" book rates well with reviewer Northern Iowan 99:25, p.13	11/26/2002	Review of Frank E. Peretti's new book, "This Present Darkness"; photo.
61	"Student Body Shots" shot down by NI reviewer Northern Iowan 99:23, p.14	11/19/2002	Review of "Student Body Shots," written by Steve Hofstetter; photo.
62	Author applies face to Sept. 11 passenger Northern Iowan 99:17, p.19	10/29/2002	Review of "Let's Roll," written by Lisa Beamer; photo.
63	Readers sound off on religious implications of book review Northern Iowan 99:17, p.10	10/29/2002	Disagrees with statements made by Justin Wise and his review of the book "Darwin's Black Box."
64	Untitled Northern Iowan 99:17, p.11	10/29/2002	Feels that Justin Wise used his book review on "Darwin's Black Box" as a chance to publicize his personal views on evolution.
65	Untitled Northern Iowan 99:17, p.11	10/29/2002	Claims that Justin Wise did not even read "Darwin's Black Box," the book he was reviewing.
66	Author argues long-debated evolution topic Northern Iowan 99:15, p.18	10/22/2002	Review of "Darwin's Black Box," written by Michael Behe; photo.
67	Book sheds light on high school football in Texas Northern Iowan 99:13, p.15	10/15/2002	Review of H.G. Bissinger's book, "Friday Night Lights"; photo.
68	Barry's fiction disappoints column fan Northern Iowan 99:9, p.17	10/01/2002	Review of Dave Barry's new comedy book, "Big Trouble"; photo.
69	Moral of the story: thou shalt not steal Northern Iowan 99:7, p.12	09/24/2002	Review of Frank Abagnale's book, "Catch Me If You Can"; photo.
70	Sedaris shares life-stories in comical book Northern Iowan 99:5, p.20	09/17/2002	Review of David Sedaris' new book, "Me Talk Pretty One Day"; photo.
71	Reviewer gives 'The Giving Tree' nostalgic twist Northern Iowan 99:3, p.13	09/10/2002	Review of "The Giving Tree," by Shel Silverstein; photo.
72	Few books can "beat" reviewer's latest selection Northern Iowan 98:60, p.7	07/19/2002	Review of the book 'On the Road' by Jack Kerouac; photo.
73	"Left Behind" series leaves readers wanting more Northern Iowan 98:59, p.7	07/12/2002	A review of the books in the "Left Behind" series.
74	Book provides insight into faith Northern Iowan 98:58, p.8	06/28/2002	Review of the book "Traveling Mercies;" photo.
75	It's okay to let go of your fear, but hang on to this book Northern Iowan 98:57, p.7	06/21/2002	Review of the book "Love is Letting Go of Fear."
76	Cool off this summer with hot summer reads Northern Iowan 98:54, p.17	04/30/2002	Recommends books for summer reading, by authors such as Michael J. Fox and Robert James Waller; photo.
77	Classic murder mystery suggested for enjoyable spring break travel Northern Iowan 98:43, p.14	03/12/2002	Reviews the book, "And Then There Were None," by Agatha Christie.
78	Eating disorder concerns emphasized this week Northern Iowan 98:39, p.15	02/26/2002	Reviews, "The Eating Disorder Sourcebook," by Carolyn Costin, as a part of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
79	'Monologues' brings about awareness of hushed topics Northern Iowan 98:37, p.15	02/19/2002	Reviews Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues"; photo.
80	A little something for everyone Northern Iowan 98:35, p.14	02/12/2002	Reviews books that relate to dating and romance; photo.
81	Midwives: story of a manslaughter mishap Northern Iowan 98:33, p.13	02/05/2002	Reviews the book, "Midwives," written by Chris Bohjalian.
82	Bargain books can be treasures in disguise Northern Iowan 98:31, p.14	01/29/2002	Reviews books bought at bargain prices; photo.
83	Give a gift from the heart Northern Iowan 98:27, p.16	12/11/2001	Review of books that would make great Christmas presents; photo.
84	"Simple Abundance" rates simply stellar Northern Iowan 98:25, p.17	12/04/2001	Review of the book "Simple Abundance"; photo.
85	Why not say 'thank you'? Northern Iowan 98:23, p.12	11/20/2001	Review of the books "The Thank You Book," "Simple Abundance Journal of Gratitude," and "Basket of Blessings: 31 Days to a More Grateful Heart"; photo.
86	"She's Come Undone" captures women's voices Northern Iowan 98:21, p.17	11/13/2001	Review of the book "She's Come Undone" by Wally Lamb; photo.
87	Marathon trainer helps readers race to finish line Northern Iowan 98:19, p.16	11/06/2001	Review of the book "The Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer"; photo.
88	Haunting Halloween tales provide variety of spooks and chills for college students Northern Iowan 98:17, p.17	10/30/2001	Review of the book "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"; photo.
89	"Not Just One in Eight" provides awareness about breast cancer Northern Iowan 98:15, p.12	10/23/2001	Review of the book "Not Just One in Eight: Stories of Breast Cancer Survivors and Their Families"; photo.
90	Relax, sit back and Chill Out with latest book Northern Iowan 98:13, p.17	10/16/2001	Review of the book "Chill Out: 100 Creative Ways to Relax"; photo.
91	Lose yourself in 'The Lost Boy' Northern Iowan 98:11, p.15	10/09/2001	Review of the book 'The Lost Boy'; photo.
92	Lose yourself in 'The Lost Boy' Northern Iowan 98:11, p.15	10/09/2001	Interim Dean of Library Services, Marilyn Mercado, suggests reading "The Lost Boy".
93	Take a stab at this book Northern Iowan 98:9, p.15	10/02/2001	Review of the book "Politics Is Murder".
94	Reading "Wasted" will not be waste of time for anyone Northern Iowan 98:7, p.12	09/25/2001	Review of the book "Wasted" by Marya Hornbacher; photo.
95	College handbook provides hope in face of U. S. tragedy Northern Iowan 98:5, p.16	09/18/2001	Review of the book "The College Women's Handbook"; photo.
96	Tuesdays with Morrie inspirational, thoughtful read Northern Iowan 98:3, p.13	09/11/2001	Review of the book "Tuesdays with Morrie."
97	"Values from the Heartland": 'refreshing, inspiring' Northern Iowan 92:23, p.8	11/14/1995	Book review.
98	Coupland creates "hope and optimism" Northern Iowan 92:7, p.11	09/19/1995	Review of Douglas Coupland's book "Microserfs".
99	Generation Ecch! Takes twenty-something crowd to new lows Northern Iowan 91:56, p.13	04/25/1995	Review of book.
100	Mystery of greatest mage in AD&D revealed; with magic swords, gender switches, power plays¿ Northern Iowan 91:40, p.10	02/21/1995	A review of the book "Elminster: the Making of a Mage" by Ed Greenwood.