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Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Other Boleyn Girl (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #9); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book! When I picked this book up, I wasn't sure if it was something I'd enjoy but this book made me want to read more by Philippa Gregory.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Queen's Fool (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #13); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: It was an OK book, not one of my favorites though. Still worth reading if you're into the Boleyn series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Boleyn Inheritance (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #10); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Constant Princess (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #6); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: This one bored me a little, but there were some interesting parts in it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin's Lover (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #14); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Very, very good book!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nothing Too Good for a Cowboy; Author: Richmond P. Hobson Jr.; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I love this book! I read it after the tv show went off the air and I've read it numerous times. Definitely worth picking up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth About Pregnancy and Childbirth; Author: Jenny McCarthy; Genres: history, children, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Read this in half a day, very funny and true book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wiped!: Life with a Pint-size Dictator; Author: Rebecca Eckler; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I love this book!! So funny and hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Shopaholic (Shopaholic, #1); Author: Sophie Kinsella; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book! I laughed out loud many times, I can't wait to read the rest of the series; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toddlers Gone Wild!: Rants From a Mommy Brain; Author: Rebecca Eckler; Genres: non-fiction; Review: I read "Knocked Up" and "Wiped" and loved those books, so I thought I would love this one just as much. Maybe my tastes in books have changed since I read the first two but I didn't like this one at all really. Reading it irritated me.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Broken; Author: Daniel Clay; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This was one of those books I bought because the cover drew me in, it reminded me a lot of 'Lullabies For Little Criminals'. It was an okay book, the story was good, but the way it jumped around annoyed me. This book was definitely not one of my favorites.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sunshine; Author: Norma Klein; Genres: history, young-adult, children, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: My mom shared this book with me when I was about 13, it is one of the only books I really remember from my younger years. I remember how much I loved it then, I plan to read it again soon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen Reasons Why; Author: Jay Asher; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: From all the hype on this book, I expected a much better read. It was still a good book but nothing like I expected. You shouldn't always believe the hype!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spin (Spin, #1); Author: Catherine McKenzie; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I finished this book in two nights, I could not put it down!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Birth House; Author: Ami McKay; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: I loved the first two parts of this book but I wasn't very fond of the third. It was still a very good book and so hard to put down.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Her Shoes; Author: Jennifer Weiner; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Really good book. I wasn't sure how much I would enjoy it, since I had already seen the movie but it almost felt like a different story but with a few of the same scenes. I really enjoyed seeing the cameo of Cannie and Joy from "Certain Girls" and "Good In Bed".; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Thieves; Author: David Benioff; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: I spotted this book on my parent's bookshelf and decided to read it. I wasn't entirely sure about it but my dad told me I should see if it was any good. It was. There were parts that were really disturbing to read. The part about the young girl getting her feet cut off, not so fun to read. There was a paragraph that I really enjoyed though, it made me smile. Kolya was talking of his hate for a character in the novel War and Peace. "I was half asleep but I smile. In spite of all his irritating qualities, I couldn't help liking a man who despised a fictional character with such passion." Great book. I definitely would recommend this to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sarah's Key; Author: Tatiana de Rosnay; Genres: history, fiction, young-adult, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: This was a really good book, it really dragged towards the end though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something Blue (Darcy & Rachel, #2); Author: Emily Giffin; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book! I could not put it down, I read it in only a day. It was much better than Something Borrowed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Still Alice; Author: Lisa Genova; Genres: non-fiction, fiction; Review: I loved this book, it was beautiful and heart breaking. I will definitely be recommending this book to everyone I know!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go the Fuck to Sleep; Author: Adam Mansbach; Genres: young-adult, comics, children, poetry, graphic, non-fiction, fiction; Review: My sister is expecting a baby and just bought this book. It's a hilarious book, I feel like saying these things to my kids most nights; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Testimony; Author: Anita Shreve; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This was a wonderfully written book! It was very hard to put it down, the story was just so good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (Millennium, #1); Author: Stieg Larsson; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery, fiction; Review: This was a really, really good book! It took me quite awhile to getting fully into it (it was my bathtub read for over a month) but it happened yesterday and I finished well over half the book in a couple hours! I just couldn't put it down. I'm ready for the next one.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If I Stay (If I Stay, #1); Author: Gayle Forman; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I read this book in only a few hours, I just could not put it down, it was so good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Divergent (Divergent, #1); Author: Veronica Roth; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I really liked the book but it wasn't as good as I expected. From all the reviews I read from people who read the Hunger Games as well I expected to love it as much as those books. I still enjoyed it (only 2 days to read it) but I won't be running out for the second until it comes out in paperback; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bumped (Bumped, #1); Author: Megan McCafferty; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: It was "for seriously" one of the worst that I have read in awhile. Like "rilly". That slang crap made me want to clean my brain out, the worst!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Fault in Our Stars; Author: John Green; Genres: romance, young-adult, fiction; Review: I can't believe it took me so long to figure out that John Green is the one of the vlogbrothers, I watch him on YouTube once in awhile. Obviously I wasn't watching when this book came out... While reading the first few chapters, all I could hear was his voice telling me the story. Eventually I found Hazel's "voice". This was such a good book! I cried more than I thought I would.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clockwork Princess (The Infernal Devices, #3); Author: Cassandra Clare; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: This book took me forever to actually get through but I really liked it! I spent the first two books really not liking the main male character, Will but I finally liked him in this last book. This book wrapped the whole story up well, I'm actually satisfied with the ending!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mothers and Other Liars; Author: Amy Bourret; Genres: thriller, children, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: I really liked the book up until Ruby came up with an insanely stupid solution to everyone's problems. The book just annoyed me after, I kept reading hoping somehow the book would get better but it didn't.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Girl with All the Gifts; Author: M.R. Carey; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: couldn't really get into this one.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Betrayals (Cainsville, #4); Author: Kelley Armstrong; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: ** spoiler alert ** Spoiler-ish? I guess. Just like the rest of the books in this series, I loved it, could not put it down! I am happy about the ending but it doesn't make me like him more, not my favorite still. I am excited to see the next relationship!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Let You Go; Author: Clare Mackintosh; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Emotional and hard to read through in the beginning. I was reading thinking that I knew what was happening and then you're hit with a twist, you just don't see it coming. It's been awhile since I have read a book that really shocked me, it was a great surprise. This book deals with a lot of tough subjects but it was written in such a real way, an excellent read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lily and the Octopus; Author: Steven Rowley; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: It was a decent read, it's written in such a way that you want to keep reading. I just didn't care much for the characters and I did not cry at the end, I know it's supposed to make you sad but it didn't do it for me. I did enjoy how the Octopus came into the story, that was described so well that it made me keep reading.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Will Always Write Back: How One Letter Changed Two Lives; Author: Caitlin Alifirenka; Genres: history, young-adult, children, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: This was such a good, enjoyable book! I remember getting a pen pal in school when I was young, it never went past one letter though. I don't think too many pen pals keep it going for as long as the two in the this book did, it was so interesting to read. I've passed this to my 11 year old daughter to read next.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: It Ends with Us; Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I feel like I don't know what to say about this book, I had so many feelings while reading it and still do now that I've finished. Maybe once my emotions have calmed a little, I can write the review I want to. People should read this one...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Results May Vary; Author: Bethany Chase; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: the book was a slow read for me, it got a little dull and I almost gave up on it. It did eventually get better, I thought I knew where the book was heading for awhile but it turned out differently that I thought. I ended up quite enjoying this one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Homegoing; Author: Yaa Gyasi; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: This books seems a bit like a book filled with short stories, they all work together but with every narrator change I was a little disappointed that I couldn't read the rest of their story. Other than that, I really enjoyed the book. I liked that there was a family tree in the book for reference, sometimes I didn't know which side of the family a character was from.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Road; Author: Cormac McCarthy; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Knowing more would have been nice but this was an amazing book even not knowing what happened to the world. I couldn't put it down, read in one night.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Do Not Become Alarmed; Author: Maile Meloy; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery, fiction; Review: Really liked this one, I could not put it down! It wasn't exactly what I expected when I picked up the book and I felt a bit annoyed at first but it didn't take long to get over that and get sucked into the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Miles Kimball Full Felice Bedding; Brand: ; Review: Just what I was looking for. Seems durable, warm, and cut full size so it hangs nicely.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brielle Fortune Faux Dupioni Silk Lined Insulated Room Darkeninng Grommet Panel, 50 by 84", All Natural; Brand: Brielle; Review: The size is accurate. Quick shipment. And they effectively darken the room. However the material of the curtains is blotchy in coloring; obviously you get what you pay for.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Window Film 3D Ecology Non Toxic Static Decoration For UV Rejection Heat Control Energy Saving Privacy Glass Stickers,35.4x78.7 Inches; Brand: CottonColors; Review: Easy to apply, nice appearance. Just what I wanted!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: jinchan Lined Thermal Energy Efficient Room Darkening Curtains for; Brand: jinchan; Review: Perfect for what I wanted, which was to keep the cold air out of my room. Does an excellent job of darkening too. Nicely made. Quick ship from dealer. Would definitely buy again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Utopia Bedding Bed Ruffle Skirt - Brushed Microfiber Bed Wrap with Platform - Easy Fit - Gathered Style; Brand: Utopia Bedding; Review: I was VERY pleased with the quality of this skirt; wasn't sure what it would be like since the price was so reasonable. Ironed up easily to get rid of packaging wrinkles. Got here when promised. Really couldn't be happier with my purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Mars Attacks! Men's Big Yellow Martian Subway T-shirt Yellow; Brand: Mars Attacks; Review: The shirt looks really nice and graphic was really nice quality on the shirt. It made for a great gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thorogood Men's American Heritage 6" Moc Toe, MAXwear Wedge Non-Safety Toe Boot; Brand: ; Review: They need to be properly broken in to be a comfortable boot. They look great and I receive loads of compliments on them from random people on the streets. Get your true size and spend some time stretching the leather and breaking the boot in. You will be glad you did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: StrapsCo Vintage 4mm Thick Leather Watch Strap w/PVD Matte Black Pre-V Buckle; Brand: StrapsCo; Review: The leather is a very high quality. The strap looks identical to the image. One note: The clasp is a bit thick (as the photo indicates).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TAILUN Men's Wedding Cufflinks Batman Super Hero Cufflinks; Brand: Bonamana; Review: Looked awesome and were easy to use! Great wedding cuffs and a ton of people loved them! Be bold.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lunar Landing NASA Patched Mesh Back Cap - Black; Brand: E4hats; Review: Cool looking hate with a unique patch. People seem to really like it and ask if I work for NASA. It's weird to some but it's really, really cool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hyper Pet Hyper Chewz Chew Toys for Dogs; Brand: Hyper Pet; Review: my labradoodle puppy can destroy just about any toy we find except hyper-pet and she especially loves this ball! cant find it anywhere but amazon! definitely recommend if you have a dog that loves to chew and destroy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benebone Real Flavor Wishbone Dog Chew Toy, Made in USA; Brand: Benebone; Review: my puppy loves this bone! i cant figure out whats so special about it but they go crazy and they haven't been able to destroy it yet! love that its made in the usa also! buying another one for my parents dog!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Dog Bakery | Dog Treats | All-Natural | Peanut Butter & Molasses; Brand: Blue Dog Bakery; Review: I love these treats and so does my pup! Simple ingredients and they seem to taste great! The only thing is I've noticed the price fluctuates a lot but then the price is down its a great deal!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benebone Real Flavor Wishbone Dog Chew Toy, Made in USA; Brand: Benebone; Review: I love these and so do both of my pups! I have some pretty aggressive chewers and these have lasted the longest out of anything i could find on the market! They certainly aren't going to last forever but usually last a couple of months and for the price you cant beat that! Already have multiples and will continue to buy more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benebone Real Flavor Dental Dog Chew Toy, Made in USA; Brand: Benebone; Review: have bought benebones multiple times now! my dogs love them and they are great for avid chewers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Holiday Inn Express Mexico Reforma; City: Mexico City Central Mexico and Gulf Coast; Review: This Holiday Inn Express was a pleasant surprise when I first stayed here. This is now my hotel of choice when I visit Mexico City. The location is near many types of restaurants and there is a large world-class mall right next door....Reforma 222. It is safe and near to things like the American Embassy (about 4 blocks), the Angel of Independence, and a beautiful, walkable, tree-full park. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that their breakfast buffet is limited. I just eat the fresh fruit and yogurt....but if I recommend a hotel in Mexico City, this is it. It's a great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Mexico City Plaza Universidad; City: Mexico City Central Mexico and Gulf Coast; Review: I am a business traveler. This Holiday Inn was excellent!! The facilities were new, clean, and in repair. The atmosphere of the lobby and the hotel was world-class. The room had great faciliies to do work. The location was a shot in the dark for me but turned out to be nice. There is a mall within easy walking distance that had restaurants and shopping, and the overall neighborhood had a lot of safe things to experience. I had a business dinner in that mall. Yes, like other reviewers said, there also is a Walmart down the street. There is another large mall within a short cab ride, Parque Delta. I would say that this is a safe area. I did not eat in this hotel. The value is excellent!! I will return to this hotel...no questions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Mexico City At The Wtc; City: Mexico City Central Mexico and Gulf C; Review: This Holiday Inn Express at the World Trade Center (WTC) has only one positive attribute to which I can comment...location. It is located 100 yards from the World Trade Center and there are tons of restaurants to which you can easily walk. This is a great attribute, but wait for the rest. For business travelers, I do not recommend this place. Here's why: 1. Non-exisitent Internet. I literally was offline the whole week. I was living off my iphone trying to get something productive done, but it was a lost week, production wise. 2. Multiple items in my room needed to be repaired. My desk chair was so bad that I sat in my bed and worked. The door knob was broken and I had to ask twice, on 2 separate days, for them to repair it because the door wouldn't close. The curtains were torn. The shower was designed in such a way that I had water all over my bathroom floor every time I took a shower. The supposedly modern sink and counter design is such that you get even more water on the floor. Basically the whole design is trying to be modern, but it's not functional. 3. Bell hops were worthless. I showed up with what was obivously 3 very heavy suitcases, full of marketing stuff, and the bell hop watched me and the cabby drag them to the check-in desk. After I got to the desk, the bell hop showed up with his cart....really? Then when I was checking out, I had to call twice for a bell hop to come to my room to get the bags....sat around for 30 minutes. By the way, I was the only person checking out. We didn't have some tour group that had the bell hop "hopping". 4. The air conditioner was so loud that I would try to get the room as cold as possible at night and then turn if off so I could sleep. Again, unless the location is your thing, look somewhere else.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Panama; City: Panama City Panama Province; Review: The Crowne Plaza was a very nice relaxing and productive stay for me. The room was functional, spacious, clean, in good repair, and very quiet. I actually slept with the AC running at night. But I will tell you that my room was on the north side of the hotel so the sun didn't shine in the window. I could actually turn the AC off periodically and the room would stay comfortable. NOTE: I am from the Midwest and a very hot person. Turning off the AC is not something I do. The only negative was the horrible Internet access in my room. It worked but the bandwidth was so bad that changing pages on a web site was something I timed using a calendar. One of my colleagues said her Internet access was excellent. Something's not right. The restaurant and bar were nice. I had one breakfast in the hotel and it was one of the few times in my trips to Latin America where they could make a decent omelette. I had room service and the food was good. The staff was very helpful and efficient. I would return here without hesitation. I recommend this hotel for business and non-business travlers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown West Loop; City: Chicago Illinois; Review: Again, not disappointed by my stay at a Hampton Inn. This is a relatively new hotel at the corner of Jefferson and Randolph, an excellent location because it's an quick walk from the Ogilvie Train Center and just 1/2 a mile from the beginning of the Randolph Street restaruant scene. Our room was excellent. A nice twist is a little window that opens for fresh air. Their breakfast is excellent with great fresh fruit, good scrambled eggs, sausage, waffles, etc. I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: RCX Controller; Brand: Leupold; Review: Had too may Leupold cameras not to have an extra.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SOG Specialty Knives; Brand: SOG; Review: Awesome knife, same on that my nephew carried while deployed and he loved it, so that is all I needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: adidas Women's No-Show Sock (6-Pack); Brand: adidas; Review: Socks are great. Been wearing Adidas socks for years, they just feel right.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SOG Classic Throwing Knives Set with Sheath - Fling Balanced Throwing Knife Set; Brand: SOG; Review: You throw them and they stick in anything you throw them at. Good enough.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Louisville Slugger Boy's Slugger All-American Open Bottom Pant; Brand: Louisville Slugger; Review: Perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Storm Tactical Pocket Coil Bound Data Book; Brand: Storm Tactical; Review: Over thought and too much data for a sportsman shooter but still a great product. Just use what you need.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sportsman's Outdoor Products 1004989 Beard Buster EZ Chair Camo; Brand: Sportsman's Outdoor Products; Review: Awesome product. I am a big guy and it works great. Granted it is not a Lazy Boy but for the field it sure feels like one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pokemon White Version; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: I'm always been a huge Pokemon fan. I owned all the Pokemon games since GBA. So I have every right to rate this game with 3 star. That being said, now I'm gonna tell you the reason: I really disappointed towards Nintendo when I couldn't get my Eevee evolution promo from Pokemon Global link. I played the mini game (in Pokemon Fun Zone) for 6 hours straight because I really want to have Espeon. But then on May 19 (up until today I wrote this review), I still couldn't see my Eevee. I kept thinking "What did I miss?" I remembered screaming of joy when I got the Eevee because it took me 6 freaking hours. I accepted the Espeon (befriended it), and now I couldn't see it on my Global Link Dream World. I contacted Nintendo by email, and they telling me they will investigate this further. I just feel upset with this ordeal. Nintendo really took out the joy of playing Pokemon for me. I feel left out from other people who got their Eevee evolution.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nintendo 3DS - Limited Edition with The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: I got mine during the black friday this year. I've been reluctant to get 3DS when it first came out, even after the price drop to $169. But when I saw this limited edition bundle, oh boy I glad I waited. At first I thought the reason why this bundle is black with gold markings is because Nintendo has more Cosmo black in stock (because its sales were behind the blue and red consoles, which you can check at Amazon 3DS best seller). But when I opened the box and see the console myself, I was wrong. The slot where you put the game cartridge is all gold (unlike the regular console which is silver), and all the buttons have gold accent font, and lastly, at the bottom, the logo and everything written in gold. I really love this console and for those of you who haven't own a 3DS, and thinking of getting one, this bundle will be perfect for you (if you like playing Zelda). But if Zelda is not your cup of tea, then I suggest getting the Mario red bundle or the Nintendogs pink 3DS bundle that will be release in US on December 4. I know Amazon LLC doesnt sell this bundle for its official price $199, but as I write this review, gamestop still selling this bundle for $199.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: inviZimals UMD with PSP Camera; Brand: by
Sony; Review: I must admit, I enjoyed it the first 2 days. I play it constantly for 4 hours straight for 2 days. But after awhile, it gets repetitive and boring real fast. I love Pokemon and this game somewhat bring that feeling of enjoyment of capturing and battling Pokemon. But alas, this is not Pokemon so there is a feeling of "there's something missing" from this game. But I'm an adult 28 years old, so I'm bias. I'm sure kids will love it! I still recommend this game to parents who wanna buy this game for their kids or my nephew/nieces.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 - Playstation 3; Brand: by
Capcom; Review: I bought Marvel VS Capcom 3 when it first came out. And then not long afterwards I saw this game Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3 available for pre-order. My first reaction is "WHAT?!?!?!" So it upset me, but because I'm a fanboy, I decided to get this game as well and sell the original Marvel VS Capcom 3. Playing this game I'm glad there are a lot of new additional character but I thought DLC (downloadable) charaters; Jill and Shuma Gorath will come for free. And I was wrong. So my final verdict: This game is still fun but in a way its also upsetting because of how Capcom (the maker of this game) rip us off. Lucky for people who didn't bought the original game and buying this game instead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DSi Pikachu Charge Stand; Brand: by
Hori; Review: This must sound crazy but as soon as I opened it, I can't wait to charge my DSi XL. All the other reviewers mentioned that you still need the original DSi charger because this is only a dock (nothing more). But if you love Pokemon like I do, you won't regret buying this product. It makes me smile everytime I charge my DSi and it does make a great room decoration. The cons: Before I have this dock, I almost sell my DSi in order to cough up extra money to get Nintendo 3DS, but because of this dock, I decided to keep my DSi and bought a 3DS. Yes, this dock will make you wanna keep your DSi even tho the new 3DS console is a better upgrade but sadly this dock won't work for 3DS.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Official Nintendo Wii Wheel - Black; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: I got my Wii Wheel black from Amazon (US seller) and when it came the ring in the back of the wheel is in black color, while if you buy the Canada version (which I bought previously from a seller on ebay), the ring on the back is chrome color. Both genuine Nintendo Wii Wheel. Just hope it might help for people who interested in buying.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: God of War: Ascension Collector's Edition - Playstation 3; Brand: Sony; Review: So there you go. I like the game but IMO don't bother to get the CE. The statue looks cheap. Very different than other CE with statue like (Uncharted 3 or even Assassins's Creed 3). Compared to God of War 3, this game story line isn't as par. So I only gave 4 stars. But its fun to play. And multiplayer is something new so it warrant 1 extra star. So like I said 5 stars game, but horrible CE statue.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: I love Luigi's Mansion Dark Moon. Was looking between this or Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Gates to Infinity but decided to get this one instead. I'm glad I did. The game is so casual yet crazy fun. I'm happy when Luigi takes the spotlight instead Mario (most of the time).; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Video_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Premium Horizontal Leather Pouch for Motorola RAZR V3, Samsung T629, T809, A900; Brand: Wireless Technologies; Review: Very well made. holds up well. I really like this case, it is easy to use, well made, appears to be durable. and fits the phone perfectly. I'd buy another; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OEM MOTOROLA SNN5696 BR50 RAZR V3 V3c V3m BATTERY; Brand: Motorola; Review: This replacement battery is an exact replacement for the battery found in the RAZR. Don't go to the wireless store and pay a fortune when you cna have this at a bargain basement price. It'll bring your razr back to life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sennheiser VMX100 Bluetooth Headset (Titanium); Brand: Sennheiser; Review: If you are like me and don't like the types of earpieces that fit inside your ear, this is the earpiece for you. While it does take a little time to fit and adjust onto your ear, once you do, it is very secure and comfortable as it sits over your ear. I especially like the easy way it turns on and off (opening it or closing it) and the easy to feel controls. It works well with my iPhone and the USB style charing cable means I can easily plug it into my usb car charger anytime I need to. the sound is clear enough and people can hear me just fine although people have noted that it sounds a little "stilted" at times. THis must be hte noise reduction kicking in as this seems to be the most pronounced when I have the window open. I like it alot, but having said all this, if you a) do not like the feel of something resting on your ear, or like having any kind of bulk or weight on your ear (it is very light, but it is noticeable) then this is not the earpiece for you. Otherwise I highly recommend this model.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sennheiser VMX 100 Bluetooth Headset (Black); Brand: Sennheiser; Review: Let me begin by saying that this was my favorite earpiece of all time. Strange looking but totally functional. The problem is that Sennheiser, in their infinite wisdom, decided to discontinue the design and model. so when I bought my iPhone 4 I decided to buy a new VMX 100. To my dismay It does not function properly with the iPhone. I bought the newest Sennheiser modl and it works well, but this one is still my favorite. If they ever reintroduce it, I'll be first in line. But dont' buy this one anymore, epseically with an iPhone. Shame.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hempz: Rosemary & Mint Herbal Bath Gel, 9 oz; Brand: Hempz; Review: I purchased this light as a replacement for a 70 watt High Pressure Sodium light. While the light pattern does not throw quite as far as the old HPS light, the quality of the light is far superior. It was a direct replacement for the original light so I didn't have to drill any new holes, wired in using the existing wire nuts and functioned the same (save for the lack of a warm up time for the LED light). I'll save about 70% in powering this light, so it was a win all the way around. If you need a good yard light, while the initial price is a bit high, this product should be given serious consideration.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Like have 30000mah Dual USB Portable Solar Panel Power Bank; Brand: E-Age; Review: I hate trashing a product, but I can't see myself telling anyone to do anything but to not buy this. The solar panel is all but for cosmetic purposes (it literally took days to fully charge this thing under full sun) and has the fraction of the capacity of some other battery packs costing just a few dollars more. if I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't have purchased this. I ended up giving it to a relative who liked it, although I have no idea why.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Little Buddy Super Mario Series Iggy Koopa 8" Plush; Brand: Little Buddy; Review: Fake, white tag, terrible quality, wrong colors! I'm very disappointed in what I got; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Little Buddy Toys Koopa Paratroopa 6" Plush; Brand: Little Buddy Toys; Review: Looks like the picture but it is not the best quality and it looks really fat and rushed but usable; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Buddy Super Mario Series Lemmy Koopa 8" Plush; Brand: Little Buddy; Review: It was a real and good quality plush toy. I love it and it is a good part of my collection!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanei Super Mario Plush Series Wendy O. Koopa Plush Doll, 7"; Brand: Sanei; Review: It was fake but it was really good quality fake it almost looks real! It is just a little squishy then normal but very nice toy and fun to play with!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sanei Super Mario Plush Series Iggy Koopa Plush Doll, 8"; Brand: Sanei; Review: I got a fake super Mario plush it looks nothing like the character; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Twelfth Imam; Author: Visit Amazon's Joel C. Rosenberg Page; Review: This story suddenly come to a unexpected dead stop at the end and is left completely unresolved. I guess you have to wait for the sequel. I wouldn't have bought this title had I know that. The ending is very unsatisfying.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Falling Star; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip Chen Page; Review: In the end, this book was just a setup for the ones that will follow and left me fairly unsatisfied. Waited until the end for the big reveal and didn't do much with it. Of course, you can find more when he releases book 2. You could have summed this book up in a chapter or two and just added to the beginning of the next book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zombie Fallout 3: The End; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Tufo Page; Review: Why this was titled "The End" is beyond me. I bought the book under the assumption that this series was coming to a close. Well I was wrong and I will not buy anymore books from this writer. The series was ok but I don't want to make it my life's work and I hate being mislead.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nanomech; Author: Visit Amazon's R. David King Page; Review: This book was hard to read and I found myself skipping and skimming through whole pages to pick up the pace. The storyline was as hard to follow and was full of difficult alien names. I usually save all my Kindle books but I deleted this one.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Invasion: Alaska (Invasion: America) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Vaughn Heppner Page; Review: It high tech action is your game, you will enjoy this book. I'm taking away one star however, just because I got tired of hearing how much better the Chinese equipment was than the Americans. I got the idea after reading it the hundreth time. After that, it was pretty much overkill and irritating.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wings of Steele - Destination Unknown (Volume 1); Author: Jeffrey J Burger; Review: All I can say is that the word he meant to use over and over is "lose" not loose. Please edit next time.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#4 - "Freedom's Dawn": The Frontiers Saga; Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: I found this to be boring and fairly pointless. It adds nothing to the overall series and could easily be skipped waiting for the next book to be released. It almost comes across as padding trying to stretch out the series as long as possible. Needs to get back to the real space action as quick as possible. One more thing. I would like to see writers state up front how many books are going to make up the entire series. I'm usually not interested in reading 5, 6 or more books to finish one out. Right now this looks like it might go on too long.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cassafire; Author: Visit Amazon's Alex J. Cavanaugh Page; Review: I thought the book was fairly lifeless and boring. I found myself speed reading through large sections that weren't interesting. I will not continue on with any future sequels. Did not live up to volume one; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Incredible Victory; Author: Visit Amazon's Walter Lord Page; Review: One of the best narratives about WWII I've ever read. Very exciting and well researched books about one of he most important battles against Japan. My only complaint is the price. It's too high for a book this old. Why should a digital book cost this much? You can find hard copies for less; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#5 - "Rise of the Corinari": The Frontiers Saga (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: There's just not enough action. There's no real military engagement until almost the end of the book. Too much talking and too much minutiae about repairing and restocking the ship. At this rate they might not return to earth by volume 15 of this series. This was my last purchase of this series.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Nameless War: The Nameless War Trilogy (Volume 1); Author: Mr Edmond Michael Barrett; Review: Everything you would want in a classic space opera. Plenty of high tech and military action to keep anyone interested. I can only hope that the rest of the series is this good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Landfall Campaign: The Nameless War; Author: Mr Edmond M Barrett; Review: I didn't like this one as much as I did volume one. It seemed a bit disjointed and I found the land battles boring. The writer should stick to space and concentrate more on captain Crowe.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Martian; Author: Visit Amazon's Andy Weir Page; Review: By far one of the best Kindle books I have read in two years. Engrossing story of a man's survival under terrible odds. It's funny and nerve racking all at the same time. I can't suggest this book enough to those who are thinking about reading it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 2 (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Doug Dandridge Page; Review: Excellent read. My only disappointment is that it didn't last longer and I have to wait for the next installment. The author gives you all the action and high tech you can stand and keeps you on the edge of your seat. The young hero is great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: StarFire: A Vince Lombard Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Mike Lee Page; Review: The front and middle of the book are great. The end (if you could call it that) was terrible. Leaves all the questions unanswered and no hint of what really happened. A real let down.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Poor Man's Fight; Author: Visit Amazon's Elliott Kay Page; Review: i enjoyed this book and it has everything you want in a good space opera. It had plenty of action, technology and is fast pace. I look forward to seeing these characters in future editions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annihilation (Star Force Series) (Volume 7); Author: Visit Amazon's B. V. Larson Page; Review: I've bought all of these books up till now but the story is starting to repeat itself and has become stale. This will be the end of the line for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tribune: A Novel of Ancient Rome; Author: Visit Amazon's Patrick Larkin Page; Review: I found this book to be a bit slow and devoid of very much action. It was more a murder mystery than anything else. When I buy a book about ancient Rome and the Legions I want grand heroic military action and lots of it. This is not that kind of book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Red And Savage Tongue: A Tale Of Ethnic Cleansing In The Forests Of Fifth Century England; Author: Visit Amazon's F J Atkinson Page; Review: I finished it in one day and enjoyed it very much. It's full of action and take you back to that period in a very satisfying way. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 3: The Rising Storm (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Doug Dandridge Page; Review: Continues the action from volumes 1 & 2 and this is a good thing. Plenty of high tech space opera to keep any fan interested. I do, however, hope to never hear the phrase 'idiot cousin' ever again in relation to the new emperor . The author tends to repeat certain points like this over and over again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Omega Rising (Omega Force); Author: Visit Amazon's Joshua Dalzelle Page; Review: Books like this are one of the reasons I have come to love my Kindle app. It's a fast pace action pack space opera that never sags or slows down. The hero is immensely likeable and he has a full entourage of alien characters to help him out. It's a familiar story but done well. I look forward to future episodes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arisen, Book Four - Maximum Violence; Author: Visit Amazon's Glynn James Page; Review: While I like the book for the most part I found myself frustrated with it at time. I found that everything that happened on the lake to be mostly contrived and unlikely. There's no way the team would have deviated from their mission to save the world to go check that out. The book would have been better off without this detour. I thought the book ended to abruptly. Pretty much everything was the same as when the book started. Just how long is this series going to be?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maximum Violence: Arisen, Book 4; Author: Michael Stephen Fuchs; Review: While I like the book for the most part I found myself frustrated with it at time. I found that everything that happened on the lake to be mostly contrived and unlikely. There's no way the team would have deviated from their mission to save the world to go check that out. The book would have been better off without this detour. I thought the book ended to abruptly. Pretty much everything was the same as when the book started. Just how long is this series going to be?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dark Space; Author: Visit Amazon's Jasper T. Scott Page; Review: The book is a nice standard space opera story. There were two things that kept me from rating it higher. The " surprise" in the story is a bit hard to swallow and believe and the novel is not very long at all. I finished it in several hours.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Remaining: Fractured; Author: Visit Amazon's D.J. Molles Page; Review: Best of the series so far. Pretty much read through the night until I finished and very enjoyable. I liked how several story lines we're concluded with more to go. The very end was particularly satisfying as I was afraid it would take a whole another book to resolve that issue. Good job.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moon Wreck: Fleet Academy (The Slaver Wars Book Three); Author: Visit Amazon's Raymond L. Weil Page; Review: Not as enjoyable as the rest of this series. A bit slow and no where near enough action. There's a conflict between the lead character and one of the bad guys. It makes no sense, is never really explained and goes absolutely no where.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The End: A Postapocalyptic Novel (The New World Series); Author: Visit Amazon's G. Michael Hopf Page; Review: Did not grab my interest enough to want to continue with the series. Jump around a bit to much and it seemed far fetched at times. Close but no cigar.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wolf's Head (The Forest Lord); Author: Visit Amazon's Steven A. McKay Page; Review: Hated to see the story end but look forward to future editions. Interesting take on the story of Robin Hood and his men. You get a good sense of what it must have been like to live in those days and there's enough action to keep you engaged.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#8 - "Celestia: CV-02": The Frontiers Saga (Volume 8); Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: I'm 60 years old and I'm starting to wonder if I'll live long enough to see an end to this thing. I agree with some of the others that this book was mostly pointless. I really didn't care for much of the Jung takeover of earth. This should be about the Aurora and it's crew. The series continues to take tiny baby steps towards it's conclusion and needs to pick up the pace; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Homeworld (Odyssey One); Author: Visit Amazon's Evan Currie Page; Review: Plenty of high tech action and never boring. It will keep your attention the whole way through. Good space opera.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 4: The Long Fall; Author: Visit Amazon's Doug Dandridge Page; Review: This latest book had too much talking, planning, conspiracy, intrigue and not enough straight up space military action. It was less enjoyable than the others in this series. In space operas, ground action can never take the place (or be as exciting) as space action. This book makes that mistake at times in my opinion. I learned that the author intends for this series to be 20 volumes long. That's ridiculously long as most series run out of steam by volumes seven or eight at most.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Second Ship: Book One; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Phillips Page; Review: This book ended so abruptly I thought I was missing part of the download. I found it slow and plodding and ended up speed reading through many sections. It left me with no interest to continue the series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Slaver Wars: First Strike: The Slaver Wars Book Four; Author: Visit Amazon's Raymond L. Weil Page; Review: well written and fast paced. Plenty of high tech and space action to keep anyone entertained. The author stated that there should be two more books in this series. I look forward to them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel World (Undying Mercenaries); Author: Visit Amazon's B. V. Larson Page; Review: This book kept my attention from beginning to end. It had some very clever concepts and was full of action the whole way though. I look forward to future issues.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Synchronicity War Part 1 (The Synchroncity War) (Volume 1); Author: Dietmar Arthur Wehr; Review: Highly enjoyable read. My only disappointment was that it ended and we have to wait for the next volume. The main character is likable and interesting and there is plenty of action and high tech.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Koban: Rise of the Kobani (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen W Bennett Page; Review: Much like the first two of the series, I found this one to have a lot of interesting ideas but not enough action. There is too much detail on just about everything and this makes for a very slow and ponderous storyline. Its just doesn't move fast enough. I don't need to read as much about the genetic engineering as he writes. He could cut out about a third of the book and it would be better for it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arisen, Book Five - EXODUS; Author: Visit Amazon's Glynn James Page; Review: I gave up 2/3 of the way through. Just too repetitious and was tired of every last possible thing going wrong every last possible time. Every situation doesn't have to this hopeless.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#9 - "Resistance" (The Frontiers Saga) (Volume 9); Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: Too slow and not enough action. You only need 15 books to tell this story if you draw each out like this one. It would be a lot better story if it moved faster and you condensed the different storylines. More is not better in this case; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fate's Needle; Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry Autieri Page; Review: An excellent read. Full of heroes, villains and action. As soon as I finish this review I'm ready to buy volume two. A good story on the Viking legend; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Islands in the Fog (Ulfrik Ormsson's Saga Book 2) - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry Autieri Page; Review: Often our Viking hero is as dumb as a bag of rocks and barely survives his own bad decisions. No where near as readable or believable as the first book. I found myself rapidly skimming through this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Synchronicity War Part 2 (Volume 2); Author: Dietmar Arthur Wehr; Review: While I'm in the minority here, I found this book a let down from volume one. There wasn't enough action and too much time was spent on the artificial intelligence characters. I found the ending to be particularly unsatisfying as it related to Earth. Too many SF authors fall back on this particular plot device when they seem to run out of original ideas.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blood Eye: A Novel (Raven: Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Giles Kristian Page; Review: Ok but not enough to want me to continue with the series. I didn't like the way the book ended carrying the main story line into the next volume. The writer could have concluded it with this volume and started with new stories next time.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 5: Ranger (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Doug Dandridge Page; Review: My biggest complaint would be that this book does nothing to really advance the main storyline at all. There's a more important story that needs to be told and this book doesn't do that. As always, ground action can never successfully replace space action in a SPACE opera. That said, the main character is likable, heroic and the story is fairly entertaining; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lines of Departure (Frontlines); Author: Visit Amazon's Marko Kloos Page; Review: This was a 5 star read until about the 64% mark. The civil war on the ice planet derailed the book for way to long. It gets back on track near the end but left me wondering why the author abandoned the main theme for that wasted side trip.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Slaver Wars: Retaliation (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Raymond L. Weil Page; Review: One of my favorite series. Plenty of high tech, aliens and space action. This is all I ask of a good space opera and it's well written to boot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deathstroke; Author: Richard Kelley; Review: First off, this book demands a sequel as I want to know what happens to the Prosians. This was a very original book that was hard to put down. It's well thought out and enjoyable to read. It brings a whole new angle of science the end of the world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galactic Empire Wars: Destruction (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Raymond L. Weil Page; Review: A great start to a new series. Has everything that makes for good space opera and I anxiously look forward to future editions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Sword Into Darkness; Author: Visit Amazon's Thomas A. Mays Page; Review: Good space opera and character development. Well done book about first contact and the questions that come with it. Are they good or bad? How do you prepare? I would recommend this book to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fear the Survivors (The Fear Saga) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen Moss Page; Review: No where near as good as the first. This was a page turner but for a bad reason. Many parts were boring and tedious (all the AI conversations for instance) and I found myself flipping through the pages to find something interesting. The meat of this book could have been summed up in a few chapters. In my opinion, you could almost just skip this book and wait for volume three; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Koban: Shattered Worlds (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen W Bennett Page; Review: A much superior book to volume 3. A lot more action and a lot less genetic science that slowed things down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galactic Empire Wars: Rebellion (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Raymond L. Weil Page; Review: I like this series. Plenty of high tech and plenty of military space action. The one thing I didn't like was the very small storyline about the bias against clones. I thought that was just plain stupid and a waste of everyone's time. It is highly doubtful that a civilization that was nearly wiped out would care about something like that.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pennsylvania; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Bunker Page; Review: This book was ok but used a plot device that I find very frustrating. Everyone knows what going on except the main character and the readers. I see no point in the many secrets that were kept from us for much of the book. I find this style aggravating and a cheap way to try and maintain suspense.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alice (Volume 1); Author: Mr C. W. Lamb; Review: I was surprised by how much I liked the book. It's a combination space opera (even though it takes place mostly on the surface and a post apocalyptic novel. It bring some different twists to the story which I really enjoyed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Longbow (The Saga of Roland Inness) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Wayne Grant Page; Review: Enjoyed the book a lot. Good character development and enough action to keep things exciting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silver Ships (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's S. H. Jucha Page; Review: A superior read that I could not put down. My only disappointment is having to wait on volume 2. A really good space opera with well developed characters and plenty of action to boot. Nice use of AI.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silver Ships: The Silver Ships, Book 1; Author: S.H. Jucha; Review: A superior read that I could not put down. My only disappointment is having to wait on volume 2. A really good space opera with well developed characters and plenty of action to boot. Nice use of AI.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Empty Space; Author: Visit Amazon's Alan Black Page; Review: Not my cup of tea. A somewhat bizarre read where the protagonist is no where near what he seems. This underdog story could have easily worked without making the hero(?) into Ted Bundy.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Atlantis Ship (Carson Mach Space Opera) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's A. C. Hadfield Page; Review: A good space opera with plenty of action and interesting characters. An above average Kindle read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Command Decisions: Book 3 of The Empire of Bones Saga (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Mixon Page; Review: I read all three books in three days. Has all the required prerequisite of a good space opera and plenty of action to keep you entertained.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Immune; Author: Visit Amazon's David Kazzie Page; Review: A depressing and cynical read that I struggled to finish. The characters of this book (the ones not killed by the virus outright) are mostly lacking of any social redeeming qualities whatsoever and makes you wonder if the world wouldn't be better off without people after all The few survivors spend most of their time killing each other off. The book was just too dark for me and I have read plenty of end of the world stories; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sol Shall Rise (The Pike Chronicles) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's G. P. Hudson Page; Review: Thru main character is rash, stupid and quite unlikable. You will enjoy this book the most by not reading the last 1/4. The captain doesn't care who gets hurt by his bad decisions. The aliens were right to try and lock him up. I have no desire to continue with this series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#13 - "A Show of Force" (The Frontiers Saga) (Volume 13); Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: This series is basically repeating itself now. There is absolutely no reason to drag this story out book after book except for money. Wrap it up and start something new. I wouldn't be still reading this series except for the Kindle Unlimited program; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Year Of The Horsetails; Author: Visit Amazon's R. F. Tapsell Page; Review: I first read and reread this book more than 30 years ago. I had an old paperback version that got lost with time. It was always one of my favorites stories and I'm thrilled to see it finally show up on amazon in a digital format. It is full of exciting action and is a first rate read. You will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stiger's Tigers (Chronicles of An Imperial Legionary Officer) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Marc Alan Edelheit Page; Review: An excellent read. It's an Roman Legionary style book with a very small amount of Lord of the Rings thrown in. I loved it and look forward to volume 2. I wanted to add that a prequel about the Forest of Abath is a must. Hopefully the author will provide one in the future. I like this book so much that I immediately started reading it again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 8: Soldiers (Exodus: Empire of War) (Volume 8); Author: Doug Dandridge; Review: This book does little to move the overall story line forward and it seems to stall. It's starting to get a bit stale and repetitious and needs to be brought to a conclusion before too many more issues.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Renegade Legion (The Human Legion) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Tim C. Taylor Page; Review: I didn't see much purpose in this book as it did almost nothing to move the overall storyline forward. I found myself speed reading through whole sections and that is never a good sign. Needs to pick up the pace in future editions.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angles of Attack (Frontlines); Author: Visit Amazon's Marko Kloos Page; Review: This book was much better than volume 2. It is full of action and enough twist to keep you interested throughout. The ending is intriguing and makes me wonder where it goes from here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forge a New Blade (The Laredo War) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Grant Page; Review: I could not finish this book and started speed reading after the first third. It commits a great sin for a space opera by having far too little action. Too much talking and plotting that lead no where.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Libre, A Silver Ships Novel (The Silver Ships) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's S. H. Jucha Page; Review: Let me deviate from the rest here. I found this book boring and devoid of space action. I liked the first book but not this one very much and I started finding all the extra punctuation regarding the way they communicated annoying. All in all, a let down. As a space opera, it needed more action and less talking.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Constitution: Book 1 of the Legacy Fleet Trilogy (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Nick Webb Page; Review: Good space opera with plenty of high tech and action. The hero is likeable and heroic and the politicians slimy . A good read and I look forward to volume 2.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Land of Blood and Water (The Long War for England Book 1) - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Martin Lake Page; Review: Parts of this book I really like. The narrative about life and battle during the period were done well. What I didn't like was the obsession with rape and sex with underage children. There was way too much of this and it degraded the overall book rating as it wasn't necessary to the extent it was used.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TFS Ingenuity: The Terran Fleet Command Saga - Book 1 (Volume 1); Author: Tori L Harris; Review: A solid effort. Plenty of space, high tech and a story that keeps your attention. Earth is new to interstellar travel but there's a lot of danger out there. I look forward to future volumes; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Squire eBook; Author: James E. Wisher; Review: This is a four star read but I'm taking one star away because of something that annoyed me with this book. At times the author used modern vernacular that seemed totally out of placed with the setting of the book. I had a hard time picturing a knight saying "What else can this baby do?, when talking about his enchanted sword. It sounded like more a modern teenager talking about their new car. It's a good sword and fantasy book other than that.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Tiger: Chronicles of An Imperial Legionary Officer Book 2; Author: Visit Amazon's Marc Alan Edelheit Page; Review: I have been impatiently waiting for this book for some time as I loved the first one. My only complaint is that this one ended too soon and leaves me impatiently waiting once again for the next volume. This book does not disappoint and is exciting to read. We have plenty of Roman Legion style military action, intrigue and a bit more of the fantasy storyline than the first volume......but it doesn't come anywhere near overwhelming the rest of the story. I highly recommend this book. Legions, dwarfs, elves and a wizard or two.... what more could you want? The Tiger is a big winner!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Decisively Engaged (Warp Marine Corps) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's C.J. Carella Page; Review: This is a really good space opera even though most of it takes place on the surface of a planet. There is plenty of action and high tech warfare to satisfy anyone. And as always, don't piss off the humans. Good read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Beast of the North: Stories of the Nine Worlds (Thief of Midgard) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Alaric Longward Page; Review: The plot of the book is convoluted and full of twist and turns. Some reviews here see that as a positive. I found it to be a negative as it made the storyline hard to follow and I stopped caring about the characters at some point. I forced myself to finish but It left me with no desire to continue this series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Exodus: Empires at War: Book 10: Search and Destroy (Volume 10); Author: Visit Amazon's Doug Dandridge Page; Review: I mostly liked this book but I'm starting to wonder just how many volumes it will take to finish the story. I have abandoned more than a few series that did not end in a timely manner as they grow stale. I start losing interest whenever there's no end in sight and now we are starting to add time travel to the mix. Sorry, but I rolled my eyes a bit (no it was a lot) when I first read that concept being tossed around. Volume 1 was published almost 3 1/2 years ago. I'm 63 and wonder if I will be around to see a conclusion :; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: TFS Theseus: The Terran Fleet Command Saga - Book 2 (Volume 2); Author: Tori L Harris; Review: Slow to get moving and really bad (lack of) ending. A really good space opera should not move this slow. When a story ends abruptly like this I find myself wondering if the digital download aborted too soon and I missed something.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Son of Justice; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven L Hawk Page; Review: I really liked this book. The main characters were mostly likeable and heroic. Enough action and intrigue to keep things interesting and moving along. Tried this book on a whim and I'm glad I did so. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Invasion (Alien Invasion) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Sean Platt Page; Review: I couldn't finish this book. I found it to be boring, disinteresting and I started to skip pages. That is always a bad sign.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Tiger's Fate: Chronicles of An Imperial Legionary Officer; Author: Visit Amazon's Marc Alan Edelheit Page; Review: At its base, the first two books (both 5 stars) were a unique telling of a Roman legion style army in a different setting and world. Book three is so unlike book's one and two as to be almost unrecognizable in my opinion. In my book one review I said that there was a little bit of Lord of the Rings style but it was very minor and didn't overwhelm the book. Book two had a bit more but still was a minor part of the story. Book three goes way beyond that, jumps in with both feet with a full blown Hobbit like treatment and derails what I liked so much about the series. We now have dragons, orcs, time travel, a war between gods and lord knows what else. In particular, the time travel is just plain silly. I don't understand why the author took this detour. Had I been one of his previewers, I would have said no. Stick to the basics that made this story so good in book's one and two. I really did not like the direction this series took as book three is nothing like I envision and nowhere near as enjoyable as the first two. There is little to no action until about 45% into the book. I have read and reread books 1 & 2 multiple times. Once was enough for this book and I am finished with the series..; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Warrior King (Odyssey One); Author: Visit Amazon's Evan Currie Page; Review: This is a very good series and this was a very good book. Space Opera at its finest. Plenty of space action, high tech and bigger than life characters. I look forward to the next addition when the full might of the Empire is revealed; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Hope; Author: Visit Amazon's John Dreese Page; Review: This book started out kind of interesting but got really goofy and preposterous along the way. The military involvement thing was just stupid and out of left field. I'm sorry I wasted some of my limited time on this book.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Forever Soldiers: The Tyrus Chronicle - Book Four (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Joshua P. Simon Page; Review: I found this book to be somewhat tedious to read. It had little to none of the action and excitement that the first books had. Our hero Tyrus is reduced to basically a big quivering bowl of jello, full of self doubt and an addict to boot. It goes out with a whimper and no bang as if the author didn't know how to quite finish the series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stiger: Tales of the Seventh (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Marc Alan Edelheit Page; Review: This is really good book. The Tiger is back to it's roots of Roman style military action and this is a fun book to read. It makes the last book (third in the previous series) about the Tiger all the more confusing. These stories can more than stand on their own without overwhelming it with armies of trolls, dragons and time travel. I still scratch my head why the author went head over heels in that direction on that particular book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glory Boy; Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Partlow Page; Review: A good entertaining read. Plenty of larger than life heros and villians. The book moves fast with a lot of action and high tech technology. I liked it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Hero: Book 2 of The Last War Series (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Bostrom Page; Review: Was book two written by the same person as book one? Sorry, but this volume was no where near as exciting as the first one. There is almost on space action, too much back room dealings and a narrative that jumps all over the place. The author needs to go back to book one and put the "space" back in space opera.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fire From the Sky: Brotherhood of Fire (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's N. C. Reed Page; Review: I like this series a lot, but I'm taking one star away for the stupid people that inhabit the book. For the love of God I wish the authors would get rid of the Abigail character. Put a bullet in her head and move on. The book would be better off without her.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea; Author: Visit Amazon's Masaji Ishikawa Page; Review: Holy cow! I don't think I can ever complain again about the minor bumps in my life after reading this. This man has led a life that few of us can even begin to comprehend or imagine. This book is very touching in it's description of ever day life in a time and society where almost no one cares if you live or die. Well worth reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fort Covenant: Tales of the Seventh: Part Two; Author: Marc Edelheit; Review: A good read. Like the first book of this track, and the first two books of the Chronicle track, the series is about a fighting unit modeled on the Roman Legions. Although it takes place on a different world, and you have some magic, dwarfs and Elves thrown in, it mostly reads in a traditional way with plenty of action. I would hope the author keeps this track clean and doesn't overdue it with trolls, dragons and gods like he did with book three of the Chronicle track.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Worlds: The Awakening (A Sci-Fi Mystery) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Jasper T. Scott Page; Review: I mostly liked this book. I took away one star because of the character Blake. The guy was too annoying, stupid and unnecessary. Too many authors include a character like this to create artificial tension and I wish they would stop. Either don't include them, keep it in short doses or kill that character off quickly. They almost never make the story better. Still, I look forward to volume two and hopes that Blake will be eaten by a ghoul.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark World (Undying Mercenaries Series); Author: Visit Amazon's B. V. Larson Page; Review: Excellent read...again. I have never been a big fan of a series that runs past 4 or 5 volumes. This series is a major exception. The writing is sharp, fun and entertaining. McGill is one of the best characters in all of space opera writing and I look forward to future volumes eagerly; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: VineyardFresh Wine Preserver, Set of 2; Brand: VineyardFresh Wine Preserver; Review: This product when used properly will preserve wine after opening. I have recipes that call for small amounts of wine, sherry or port and I don't drink the stuff so I use the spray and reseal it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Camwear Seal Cover for 2 & 4 Quart Camwear Round Food Storage Containers; Brand: Cambro; Review: Item was as described and shipped A S A P. Great seller! Lid for camaro round container. Works well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cambro RFS6PP190 Camwear 6-Quart Round Food Storage Container, Polypropylene, Translucent, NSF; Brand: Cambro; Review: Item was as described and shipped A.S.A.P. Great seller! I use it for cold bread rising in the fridge.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Now Designs Staybowlizer, Orange; Brand: Now Designs; Review: Item was as described and shipped A S A P. Great seller! It is like a suction cup holding the bowl to the table so I can whisk and add ingredients. A must have if you make your own mayo. This is a pitched aid that works!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge 2 Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven. Pre-seasoned Pot with Lid for Cooking, Basting, or Baking; Brand: Lodge; Review: Item was as described and shipped A S A P.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirt Devil 2SV1102000 Swift Stick Vacuum Cleaner Style Replacement F25 Filter; Brand: Dirt Devil; Review: Item was as described and shipped A.S.A.P.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KitchenAid BCG211OB Blade Coffee and Spice Grinder Combo Pack - Onyx Black; Brand: KitchenAid; Review: I already have the big kitchen aid coffee burr grinder. I use this for spices it is the best took for the job. It comes with two small covered grinder chambers that work great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pyrex Simply Store Replacement Lids for 18 Piece Storage Set - Lids only; Brand: Tanu Collections; Review: Direct replacement for Pyrex container kids.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Clay Pot King; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Very nice decor, servers were attentive, and the wait time was less than 15 minutes on a friday night, but the food fell just short of our expectations. The ribs were tender and fall of the bone, but it felt like the ingredients were all prepared separately in advance, and then put together for our order. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a friday night at 7pm. We ended up parking across the street.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clay Pot King; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Very nice decor, servers were attentive, and the wait time was less than 15 minutes on a friday night, but the food fell just short of our expectations. The ribs were tender and fall of the bone, but it felt like the ingredients were all prepared separately in advance, and then put together for our order. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a friday night at 7pm. We ended up parking across the street.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clay Pot King; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Very nice decor, servers were attentive, and the wait time was less than 15 minutes on a friday night, but the food fell just short of our expectations. The ribs were tender and fall of the bone, but it felt like the ingredients were all prepared separately in advance, and then put together for our order. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a friday night at 7pm. We ended up parking across the street.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yu Garden; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Great neighbourhood restaurant with delicious food. We came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. Everything we ordered was good, and I'd highly recommend Yu Garden to anyone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Noble Seafood; City: Markham, ON; Review: Came here for a Chinese New Year set dinner. Most of the food was good, though a few clunkers. I wouldn't suggest the fried oysters, and the Yi mein was a bit flavorless - but maybe the last point is a personal preference. Food was cooked a little too quickly with our table full of food. I would have liked a lazy-susan for the table, but maybe I'm just being lazy. Will need to revisit Noble on another day when the kitchen is running more normal. Until then, I'm giving it a cautious 3 out of 5 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Noble Seafood; City: Markham, ON; Review: Came here for a Chinese New Year set dinner. Most of the food was good, though a few clunkers. I wouldn't suggest the fried oysters, and the Yi mein was a bit flavorless - but maybe the last point is a personal preference. Food was cooked a little too quickly with our table full of food. I would have liked a lazy-susan for the table, but maybe I'm just being lazy. Will need to revisit Noble on another day when the kitchen is running more normal. Until then, I'm giving it a cautious 3 out of 5 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Noble Seafood; City: Markham, ON; Review: Came here for a Chinese New Year set dinner. Most of the food was good, though a few clunkers. I wouldn't suggest the fried oysters, and the Yi mein was a bit flavorless - but maybe the last point is a personal preference. Food was cooked a little too quickly with our table full of food. I would have liked a lazy-susan for the table, but maybe I'm just being lazy. Will need to revisit Noble on another day when the kitchen is running more normal. Until then, I'm giving it a cautious 3 out of 5 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 0109 Dessert & Chocolate; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice quiet place and desserts are not overly sweet. Besides the food, we love the decor of photographs from all around the world. Would recommend 0109 to family and friends.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rally Restaurant and Bar; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Newly opened in the North York area, this restaurant has lots of seating and tv screens to watch your games. Their menu includes all of your usual comfort foods and drinks, and they're all averaged priced. While tonight's Valentine's special included a steak, it would be nice to have it available on a regular basis.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SU&SHI Noodle Bar - Yorkdale; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Quick and easy place to get your fix of ramen. Servers were attentive and our bowls of ramen came out of the kitchen fast.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Congee Queen; City: Markham, ON; Review: A fantastic chain of restaurants for Chinese comfort food. Highly recommend at ANY time of the day, and there is lots of parking. Food is always delicious and cooked very quickly, but you can certainly eat at your own pace. Waiters & waitresses speak English, and you can also pay by credit card.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KINKA IZAKAYA NORTH YORK; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Great place experience a variety of Japanese dishes. Servers are really nice and I love that they play 90's hip hop. And for a limited time, there's a promotion to get a free dessert if you take a picture of their dishes and post it to Instagram.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Korean Grill House; City: Toronto, ON; Review: All you can eat marinated meat with also unlimited side dishes in the downtown area. And, they will also replace your used bbq grill with a clean one - though, I suggest using it for 15-20 minutes before putting in the request. Servers were attentive in refilling our glasses of water, taking our orders, coming back with food, and also taking our group photo. Don't expect the same quality of meat as the steakhouses, but you will definitely be full when you leave Korean Grill House! On the bill, they'll point out that the tip had already been added to the bill.
After cooking the thinly sliced meat, try adding some of the appetizers into meat, roll it up, and eat it like a meat wrap!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bymark; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Fantastic food and service, and beautiful taste in the decor. My only negative comments are, the music was slightly too loud last night and a bit odd of an arrangement to have the urinals in the men's room to be back-to-back. But I still give the restaurant 5 stars. Bymark burger was phenomenal and I'd highly recommend the fish tacos!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Full House Chinese Cuisine; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Great portion size and your neighbourhood chinese restaurant with decent quality on all dishes. If you order over $35 of food, you can get a plate of 10 shrimps for an extra $1 - although to get the deal, you need to pay in cash. My only criticism would be the wait staff tried a bit too hard to suggest expensive dishes when we put in our food order.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silver Bay Cafe; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Big portions and decent quality. The fried noodles were very crispy. And the beef tongue was tender.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Parcheggio; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Delicious food all around, but I personally favor the pasta. The restaurant wasn't too busy on a Thursday night which made it easy to get seats, but it did take awhile for the food to come out of the kitchen. I should mention the torte dessert was warm and decadent - a very nice last memory of Parcheggio.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Burger's Priest; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Great quality burger and closeby. The option (a deep fried portobello mushroom) really makes it unique. Food is made to order, so expect a 10-15 minute wait for the food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Leenamjang; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Very nice service, where it feels like you are in a family home and they are taking good care of you. They also recently renovated and the food is good. While the food is spicy, it's not too hot and you can still taste the other flavors.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nomé Izakaya; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A fun and trendy bar/restaurant with lots of food and drink options. They're also open late, although it gets busy from dinner time to closing. Music is upbeat and a bit loud, but that's normal for a place like this. Portion sizes are small-modest, but prices are as well and you try lots of dishes. Highly recommend the kalbi short ribs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tasty Delight Fusion Cuisine; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A gem in the North York area for Chinese food. The wok hay is strong and adds to the dishes' flavor. The quality of the ingredients shown through, especially the beef and the generous thickness of the beef. I'll definitely be coming back in the near future!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yan's Kitchen; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Finally a slightly upscale Chinese restaurant. They just opened and are trying it out. Decor is clean, modern and stylish. They played classical music in the background. Waitress was Mandarin speaking, but she understood English. We got a noodle dish and braised fish dish which were delicious and expertly prepared. Forewarning, expect a price point a bit higher than usual for a Chinese restaurant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tasty Delight Fusion Cuisine; City: Toronto, ON; Review: This is our second time visiting, and we had another great meal here. All delicious dishes. Although a bit more work could go into the lotus rice dish. Some dishes require pre-ordering a day in advance, such as the deboned duck with rice stuffing. They also gave us compliamentry Chinese soup and compliamentary Chinese dessert. We arrived at 6pm on Friday night and was able to easily get a table. However when we left around 7:30pm, 70% of the restaurant was full.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Lin Cafe; City: Markham, ON; Review: They did a great job decorating the cafe to give it a sense of calmness and played classical music to make us feel at ease. Service didn't seem overly slow, compared to previous reviews, and the price point of the food is average. Quality of the food is also average and I wouldn't be opposed to coming back here. But there are lots of other places to try in the neighborhood and probably won't travel across town to come here.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Lin Cafe; City: Markham, ON; Review: They did a great job decorating the cafe to give it a sense of calmness and played classical music to make us feel at ease. Service didn't seem overly slow, compared to previous reviews, and the price point of the food is average. Quality of the food is also average and I wouldn't be opposed to coming back here. But there are lots of other places to try in the neighborhood and probably won't travel across town to come here.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Lin Cafe; City: Markham, ON; Review: They did a great job decorating the cafe to give it a sense of calmness and played classical music to make us feel at ease. Service didn't seem overly slow, compared to previous reviews, and the price point of the food is average. Quality of the food is also average and I wouldn't be opposed to coming back here. But there are lots of other places to try in the neighborhood and probably won't travel across town to come here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patisserie Fleur; City: Markham, ON; Review: Desserts are expertly prepared and it's very obvious that a lot of care goes into preparing each cake. Decor is trendy and when we visited the cafe in the late evening, it felt like we were in a new cafe in Manhattan. Given the quality of the dessert, I'd say the prices are also modest. The waiter recommended the pistachio eclair, mango cloud, hazelnut supreme, and rose lychee. We will definitely tell our friends about this place and we will be back soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planta Burger; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A very hearty PLANT-BASED burger with a good selection of toppings, and you can also order a ginormous sized cookie located right by the cashier. We arrived during the weekday shortly after 12pm, and fortunately it was not too busy. It did get progressively busier over the lunch hour. As a meat eater, I was full after finishing the burger and truffle fries. Burger is good, and the fries were exceptionally good!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yunshang Rice Noodle; City: Markham, ON; Review: A super busy place, so it's likely best to come during off hours. You will likely use their touch screen display at the front of the restaurant to put your name down for a table and joint the waitlist. Table's turnover is quite quick, so the wait time is low. The menu is quite straight forward and I would recommend the original broth. Each order comes with a standard set of toppings, and you can order extra if you'd like. I also tried the tomato broth, and my personal preference is the original broth. I gave a somewhat low score because while the broth is good, the rest of the meal seemed average to me. The long wait time is a bit of a turnoff too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yunshang Rice Noodle; City: Markham, ON; Review: A super busy place, so it's likely best to come during off hours. You will likely use their touch screen display at the front of the restaurant to put your name down for a table and joint the waitlist. Table's turnover is quite quick, so the wait time is low. The menu is quite straight forward and I would recommend the original broth. Each order comes with a standard set of toppings, and you can order extra if you'd like. I also tried the tomato broth, and my personal preference is the original broth. I gave a somewhat low score because while the broth is good, the rest of the meal seemed average to me. The long wait time is a bit of a turnoff too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yunshang Rice Noodle; City: Markham, ON; Review: A super busy place, so it's likely best to come during off hours. You will likely use their touch screen display at the front of the restaurant to put your name down for a table and joint the waitlist. Table's turnover is quite quick, so the wait time is low. The menu is quite straight forward and I would recommend the original broth. Each order comes with a standard set of toppings, and you can order extra if you'd like. I also tried the tomato broth, and my personal preference is the original broth. I gave a somewhat low score because while the broth is good, the rest of the meal seemed average to me. The long wait time is a bit of a turnoff too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Keung's Delight; City: Markham, ON; Review: Really can't go wrong with the food from Keung's. It is very flavorful and good comes out very quickly. Perhaps the only downside is the very noisy eating experience. But that is expected from a casual place like Keung's.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: Decent place for Chinese food. They are fluent in Cantonese, mandarin, and English. Their set meals are pretty good, where you pick 2 dishes and they give you a duck/pork appetizer, soup, and a few desserts. Decor is a bit fancy, so they charge a bit more than Chinese restaurants in Scarborough.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patisserie Fleur; City: Markham, ON; Review: Another great experience at this dessert place. We ordered the chocolate dessert and also the Rose Lychee. I typically prefer chocolate, but I really thought the Rose Lychee was spectacular and enjoyed it more. It is a bit pricey, but we will be coming back again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grandma's Home; City: Markham, ON; Review: What a wonderful new restaurant for (Hunan?) Chinese food. We went on a Monday night at 8pm, and it was about 70% full. It can get a bit noisy, but that's the only downside. The restaurant soars with authentic Chinese food that has been expertly prepared. You can tell there's been a lot of thought put into every dish. I personally enjoyed the Sauteed Aged Tofu with pork dish the most.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prairie Lamb Kabob; City: Markham, ON; Review: Drop by for a quick eat. They have lamb skewers for a fairly good price 3 skewers for $7 flat. Skewers are cooked fairly quickly and great if you are looking for a quick bite.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elegance Chinese Cuisine & Banquet; City: Markham, ON; Review: Solid dim sum experience, especially on a Sunday morning. Parking was fairly easy to find, and there's an underground parking lot for overflow. We were able to reserve a table and arrived to a semi-full restaurant at 11:30am. Food is delicious and consistent throughout.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Congee Queen; City: North York, ON; Review: Pretty good take out option. Looking online for menu options and ordering ahead really saved us time. We ordered the Beef with Tomato Rice, and Shredded pork and preserved cabbage braised vermicelli. I'd give an extra star if there were more toppings and less carbs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Congee Queen; City: North York, ON; Review: Pretty good take out option. Looking online for menu options and ordering ahead really saved us time. We ordered the Beef with Tomato Rice, and Shredded pork and preserved cabbage braised vermicelli. I'd give an extra star if there were more toppings and less carbs.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Congee Queen; City: North York, ON; Review: Pretty good take out option. Looking online for menu options and ordering ahead really saved us time. We ordered the Beef with Tomato Rice, and Shredded pork and preserved cabbage braised vermicelli. I'd give an extra star if there were more toppings and less carbs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jade Restaurant; City: Markham, ON; Review: I've eaten at the restaurant and gotten take out, and overall, it's much better to eat at the restaurant. We got take out and while the portion size is still generous, the fried/ stir fried dishes taste much better when dining in.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jade Restaurant; City: Markham, ON; Review: I've eaten at the restaurant and gotten take out, and overall, it's much better to eat at the restaurant. We got take out and while the portion size is still generous, the fried/ stir fried dishes taste much better when dining in.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jade Restaurant; City: Markham, ON; Review: I've eaten at the restaurant and gotten take out, and overall, it's much better to eat at the restaurant. We got take out and while the portion size is still generous, the fried/ stir fried dishes taste much better when dining in.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chat Bar; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: A fun place to grab a snack or a full meal. We often come for some skewers and their tofu soup, and leave the restaurant full and satisfied.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Fine Chinese Cuisine; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: I'm sure this place is a neighborhood favorite and while we had a bad experience, I might be willing to give this place another try.
We arrived early and was able to get a seat fairly easily. We ordered dough fritters, haw gaw, haw gaw with foie gras, congee, and a recommendation from the waitress (dumplings). The foie gras addition seemed a little unnecessary but still good to try. The recommended dumplings were very ordinary and felt it was a lost opportunity. Arriving really early was the dough fritter (which is usually paired w congee), and after waiting 45 mins, we find out that the congee typically isn't served until 10:30am which would be another 45 minutes - honestly, let customers know at the time of ordering. Otherwise we would NOT have ordered the congee or dough fritters (which ended up being wasted).
Maybe an off day for the restaurant, but really a poor first impression - esp for a fine dining restaurant which should exceed expectations in service.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: After Queen Tea Shop; City: Markham, ON; Review: A very unique experience, especially in the North York area. Afternoon tea with a good variety of treats and types of tea. Really, a hidden gem in North York. Highly recommend making reservations because it is popular and the place is cozy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Lion Seafood Resturant; City: Markham, ON; Review: A nice casual neighborhood Chinese restaurant that seems to cook all dishes well. They also have someone making hand pulled noodles and a setup for bubble tea. Prices are modest, portion size is average, dining experience is very casual, lots of parking, and it can get noisy if the restaurant gets full.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: High quality food and service, and a Chinese restaurant that is well-decorated. This is our family's go-to spot for special occasions and they never disappoint. Definitely deserve the 5 stars!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grandma's Home; City: Markham, ON; Review: Another great meal. Perhaps we were especially hungry or it was busy that night, but it seemed to take awhile for the food to get to our table. We ordered the Rice wine ribbon fish which had a nice sweet sauce, but watch out because there are lots of small bones. We also got our favorite, the sauteed dry aged tofu w pork.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Another great dim sum at Crown Prince. It didn't take long to get a table, the service is still top notch, and the food is consistently good. Still highly recommend this restaurant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Copper Branch; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Pretty good for a vegetarian lunch. I was certainly full but I didn't feel the weighty-ness that you would get from eating a large beef burger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wood House BBQ; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice, quaint restaurant and the decor has a lot of character. The plants around the restaurant are a nice touch and being in the restaurant, you quickly forget it is a below ground unit. The server is attentive and food comes out pretty quickly. While some of the skewers can be spicy with a slight kick, you can ask for no or less spicy if that's what you prefer. Tonight's background music is hip hop/rap/r&b, with a song or two with some profanity - something to consider if you are sensitive to it. The clientele are mostly young professionals. Free wifi is also available.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: Consistently good food at Legend. What was surprisingly good was the beef ribs tonight. I think it is translated as stir fried soya sauce beef ribs. The compliamentary black sesame dessert was also really good!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cheesecake Factory; City: North York, ON; Review: Great decor, food and service. The food and decor is very consistent with other Cheesecake Factories. But the service was quite exceptional. Our waitress, Nancy, noticed us taking selfie photos and had offered to take my photos for us and suggested repositioning us to optimize the lighting in our photos. She also checked in regularly, refilled our coffees, and raced after us with our forgotten sunglasses when we left the restaurant.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chinese Dumpling House; City: Markham, ON; Review: Great local spot for not only dumplings, but also other Chinese dishes. Decor is quite minimal, but food is delicious and it is a great price. There is a great variety of dumplings that you can order and the menu is in both Chinese and English. I think they make the dumplings to order?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maple Yip Seafood Restaurant; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Sadly, this restaurant will be closing this weekend. However we were able to have one last meal here. The restaurant is extremely busy with many other customers having the same idea. And despite the looming closure and busyness, the quality is still consistently good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magic Noodle; City: North York, ON; Review: Came here on Saturday at noon, and it was 90% full with the lunch crowd. Fortunately we found a spot along the bench and overlooking the sidewalk. Service is fairly quick and they will deliver the food once it is ready. The noodles had a nice springy texture and it is an average amount of toppings. If you're looking for a quick and easy place for noodle, check out Magic Noodle.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by on a Friday night and had no problems getting a table. It can get really busy on a weekend, but weekdays are the best time to come by. The restaurant's service and food quality continue to be top notch. I particularly enjoyed their olive and honey glazed pork ribs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cactus Club Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came here for summerlicious. The set 3-course meal is quite reasonable for $28. However, it is quite a lot of food. I'd probably order a la carte next time. The food is a bit above average and reminds me a lot of the food from their competitors (such as Earl's, Bannock, Moxies). Perhaps it was that particular day and trying to manage the lunch rush of the working crowd, but the service was quite slow in getting our food and paying at the end.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cactus Club Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came here for summerlicious. The set 3-course meal is quite reasonable for $28. However, it is quite a lot of food. I'd probably order a la carte next time. The food is a bit above average and reminds me a lot of the food from their competitors (such as Earl's, Bannock, Moxies). Perhaps it was that particular day and trying to manage the lunch rush of the working crowd, but the service was quite slow in getting our food and paying at the end.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cactus Club Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came here for summerlicious. The set 3-course meal is quite reasonable for $28. However, it is quite a lot of food. I'd probably order a la carte next time. The food is a bit above average and reminds me a lot of the food from their competitors (such as Earl's, Bannock, Moxies). Perhaps it was that particular day and trying to manage the lunch rush of the working crowd, but the service was quite slow in getting our food and paying at the end.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 1675 Patisserie; City: Toronto, ON; Review: One of the best cake places that I've tried for some time. The price is a bit steep, but it makes up for our worth the service, decor and most importantly the quality of the food. We only tried the pomme de pin, but we're will be going back to try more cakes soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rougamo & Noodles; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice place for hand pulled noodles. Service and food is very quick. Servers are native Mandarin speaking, but also speak very good English. The restaurant is fairly small, but we sat and ate comfortably.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sang-Ji Fried Bao; City: North York, ON; Review: Great place and with just 3 main menu items, food is quickly served. Unfortunately we came here one 35°C day and the air conditioner was mild. I thought the sang jin bao was okay, but I enjoyed the bite sized dumpling and its soup much more. The space is quite cramped as well; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dumpling King; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Average place and I'd consider coming here if I was in the area. But i did not feel we'd after eating here, I wouldn't drive across town to come here. We did visit the restaurant on a 35°C day and the restaurant was not very cool. The air conditioning was barely working. Although Yelp did give me 10% off for checking in at the dumpling king, so that is a plus!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Dumpling King; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Average place and I'd consider coming here if I was in the area. But i did not feel we'd after eating here, I wouldn't drive across town to come here. We did visit the restaurant on a 35°C day and the restaurant was not very cool. The air conditioning was barely working. Although Yelp did give me 10% off for checking in at the dumpling king, so that is a plus!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Dumpling King; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Average place and I'd consider coming here if I was in the area. But i did not feel we'd after eating here, I wouldn't drive across town to come here. We did visit the restaurant on a 35°C day and the restaurant was not very cool. The air conditioning was barely working. Although Yelp did give me 10% off for checking in at the dumpling king, so that is a plus!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KoSam; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Service is pretty good and I like how they not only give you small Korean plates of food, but you can ask them to refill these small plates. The ginseng chicken came with a nice hearty soup. I probably won't order the Korean short rib patties appetizer next time - it wasn't too special in my opinion.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cora Breakfast and Lunch; City: North York, ON; Review: The large portion size is undeniable and even when the restaurant is full, they are still able to serve all of us. Although it did start a little slow at first in getting us seated. There were several tables vacant, but we could not get seated quite yet. Quite odd. A drop in a Yelp star because of that slow start.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Congee Queen; City: North York, ON; Review: Another great experience at Congee Queen. The food came out quickly and the food tastes just as good as the first day they opened their doors. My only suggestion is to improve the wait staff's service- their attention seems a bit too much with tunnel vision and positioning in the restaurant is uncoordinated.
The dishes always taste better when dining in. Maybe another observation is the price of the dishes have gone up significantly over the past 5 years - but that might be a reflection of the overall cost of raw ingredients.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liwan Kitchen; City: Toronto, ON; Review: We came here around 1pm on a Saturday afternoon and it is a popular neighborhood Chinese restaurant. Their casserole rice takes awhile to cook, but it is why everyone comes here. The beef noodle dish was cooked fairly well too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Bone BBQ & Wicked Wings; City: Markham, ON; Review: Great deal on Mondays - full rack of ribs, 2 sides and a pound of wings for $25!
This place is all about the food. Service is good too. Highly recommend if you haven't been before!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cantina Mercatto; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Lovely interior decor that goes along with an attentive service and good food. My only criticism, which maybe more of a personal preference, is that the food was a bit too salty. Otherwise, great place to go for brunch!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chat Bar; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Some new dishes at Chat Bar. Not my personal favorites, as I prefer the skewered meats. Service is quick and food is too. The restaurant is running very smooth - like a well oiled machine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Keg Steakhouse + Bar; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Enjoyed another good meal at The Keg. The service was attentive, decor is modern, and I think the food is very reasonable at this price point. I would recommend The Keg for your nice night out and for special occasions. We were also able to get a reservation on the same day in the afternoon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1675 Patisserie; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Another great tasting dessert, however I enjoyed the chocolate (pomme de pin) cake much more (personal preference). This time, we had the 1675 fluffy cotton cheese cake.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chinese Dumpling House; City: Markham, ON; Review: Enjoyed another speedy meal of dumplings and diced chicken. They truly have a wide variety of dumplings that they make to order. It's truly a craft and probably under appreciated, since I've tried wrapping my own homemade dumplings. Tonight we tried the pork and green pepper dumplings, which turned out to be pretty good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cantina Mercatto; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Unfortunately I'm dropping a star from my previous review. The service was still very responsive and decor is fantastic, but unfortunately the food fell flat for me. I don't usually don't set too high a standard to enjoy a burger and fries. But regrettably I found the burger to be a bit too dry and crumbly, and the fries under seasoned and a bit undercooked. I wish I ordered the pizza instead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cantina Mercatto; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Unfortunately I'm dropping a star from my previous review. The service was still very responsive and decor is fantastic, but unfortunately the food fell flat for me. I don't usually don't set too high a standard to enjoy a burger and fries. But regrettably I found the burger to be a bit too dry and crumbly, and the fries under seasoned and a bit undercooked. I wish I ordered the pizza instead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cantina Mercatto; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Unfortunately I'm dropping a star from my previous review. The service was still very responsive and decor is fantastic, but unfortunately the food fell flat for me. I don't usually don't set too high a standard to enjoy a burger and fries. But regrettably I found the burger to be a bit too dry and crumbly, and the fries under seasoned and a bit undercooked. I wish I ordered the pizza instead.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kellys Landing; City: Toronto, ON; Review: If you are lucky enough to get a spot on the patio, it's a great place to enjoy the sights and sounds of Toronto. It is a fairly large bar so getting a table is usually not a problem. Service is good. Although after we were nearing the end of our food and drinks, there were a few signs that the restaurant wanted the table back. Both the fish tacos and Korean cauliflower were great.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kellys Landing; City: Toronto, ON; Review: If you are lucky enough to get a spot on the patio, it's a great place to enjoy the sights and sounds of Toronto. It is a fairly large bar so getting a table is usually not a problem. Service is good. Although after we were nearing the end of our food and drinks, there were a few signs that the restaurant wanted the table back. Both the fish tacos and Korean cauliflower were great.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kellys Landing; City: Toronto, ON; Review: If you are lucky enough to get a spot on the patio, it's a great place to enjoy the sights and sounds of Toronto. It is a fairly large bar so getting a table is usually not a problem. Service is good. Although after we were nearing the end of our food and drinks, there were a few signs that the restaurant wanted the table back. Both the fish tacos and Korean cauliflower were great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jade Restaurant; City: Markham, ON; Review: Our dining in experience was exceptional. We pre-ordered many of our dishes in advance so the food was brought out promptly and in a gradual process, so we weren't overwhelmed with food and we were eating the food while it was still hot. We ordered several high end dishes and received extra attention by the servers and owner. Many good dishes overall. A bit on the pricey side, but they certainly deliver high quality food.
Highly recommend the 'Deep fried tiger shrimps'; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legend Chinese Restaurant; City: Thornhill, ON; Review: We came back to Legend restaurant for a big dinner and while both the service and food were good, a HUGE disappointment was not fully honoring the VIP card. The card was supposed to give us 10% off our meal, however they only gave us 10% off select items which is not fine print on the VIP card, in the menu, or explained to us in advance. It ended up only honoring the VIP card for half of the dinner items. Also, who decides what receives 10% off? To nickel and dime customers really speaks to the restaurant's management style and leaves a horrible bitter taste, especially at the end of the meal. There are many other equally good and better Chinese restaurants in Toronto to go to instead.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rougamo & Noodles; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Got takeout from Rougamo for lunch. Service was fairly quick and prices seem fair. Would recommend the restaurant to others as their portions are good sized, good quality food, tastes good, and there is no other restaurant nearby that serves something similar.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pai Northern Thai Kitchen; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A restaurant with lots of energy and fun place to grab dinner. It is super busy, so I suggest going early. Drinks took surprisingly awhile to get, but the food came out of the kitchen quickly. All of the food tasted great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cafe Hollywood; City: Markham, ON; Review: My friends and I used to come here 20 years ago, and now wanted to see what it was like today. Since moving to this new location, the vibe has changed to a more sports bar feel. Prices are really affordable, so I see the appeal. As for food, it was pretty thin on the ingredients and cooking seemed a bit amateur. But I'm more lenient at this price point. But when it came down to the chicken wings, we could not eat them because they were not fully cooked. Also the wait staff is young and inexperienced. Hence, the low rating.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steam Legend; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: It seemed promising as potentially a niche restaurant that focuses on steamed foods. The restaurant is fairly small with a few big tables. There is free parking outside. The prices were high, considering the portion sizes and the quality of the ingredients. I would say the prices are about 30-50% higher compared to what I could get elsewhere. It was nice to try something new, but our experience was not satisfactory and we won't be coming back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steam Legend; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: It seemed promising as potentially a niche restaurant that focuses on steamed foods. The restaurant is fairly small with a few big tables. There is free parking outside. The prices were high, considering the portion sizes and the quality of the ingredients. I would say the prices are about 30-50% higher compared to what I could get elsewhere. It was nice to try something new, but our experience was not satisfactory and we won't be coming back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steam Legend; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: It seemed promising as potentially a niche restaurant that focuses on steamed foods. The restaurant is fairly small with a few big tables. There is free parking outside. The prices were high, considering the portion sizes and the quality of the ingredients. I would say the prices are about 30-50% higher compared to what I could get elsewhere. It was nice to try something new, but our experience was not satisfactory and we won't be coming back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Roywoods; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Quite a long lineup, especially at the lunch hour. But going 15 mins early can save you a lot of time in lining up. It is one of the best, quickest and most affordable options in the area. Must warn you that the food is a bit spicy. Probably a 'hot' level of spiciness if you were ordering chicken wings. Getting a small portion of jerk chicken and rice/coleslaw was the right amount.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Enjoyed another experience at Crown Prince. Granted, it was very busy at dim sum on Saturday morning at 11am. But the food was cooked and delivered to our table fairly quickly. I typically love all of their dishes, but I'd say their 'yew tiao' could have been cooked slightly longer for extra crispiness and color - although it still tasted good. We tried a new dish which was quite nice. It was the the deep fried sticky dumpling w meat which tasted great. I feel we can try any new dish at Crown Prince and not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: We came by on a weeknight for dinner and it was pretty quiet at 6:00pm. There were 3 tables occupied at the time, but 4 more tables got occupied after an hour. Service was on point and food (as usual) was delicious. For dinners, I'd recommend coming during the weekdays. It is a much different dining experience when there are less than 5 tables.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chat Bar; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: We were fortunate to get a table for two on a Friday night around 7:30pm. Many other tables were full except two tables. Food was great and there are enough waiters/ waitresses that it is easy to get service.
I've got two recommendations.... Try the honey glazed chicken wings and beef skewers!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Wonderful decor and I'd recommend going before 10:30am for Sunday brunch. We were also able to get a reservation earlier that morning. Overall a bit pricey for brunch, but consider for a special occasion. Personally I thought the basque benny was better than the croque madame.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blu Ristorante; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Fantastic service and wonderful dishes. We arrived on a Sunday night at 6pm and shared the entire restaurant with two other tables. It was nice to have a quiet restaurant. At 7:30pm, the restaurant was half full. The highlight among the dishes was the Apple and Spinach Stuffed Chicken dish. I'd recommend visiting Blu and would come back in the near future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Wonderful decor and I'd recommend going before 10:30am for Sunday brunch. We were also able to get a reservation earlier that morning. In the future, I'd consider Cluny for those special occasions. It's a tad pricey, but the service, food, and ambiance is certainly top notch. I'd also recommend ordering the basque benny.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Taste Casserole Rice; City: Markham, ON; Review: Another good claypot rice meal. I ordered the Chicken w salted fish and they were very generous with the amount of chicken. Also, the rice seemed more infused with the chicken and fish flavor. Maybe this chicken and salted fish combo does a really great job with flavoring the rice. We arrived on a Wednesday night at 6:30pm and were able to get one of the last vacant tables.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Go For Tea; City: Markham, ON; Review: Great place if you are looking for a casual and quiet place to grab a bite. There are many pages of food items and the drink menu is likely just as extensive. The food quality is average, priced a bit on the high side, and service is average at best. But again, you're probably going there for a quick meal, to eat something to get full, and not looking to be blown away with a spectacular experience.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TOCA; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Had a great time at brunch. Dropped in on a Saturday morning and the restaurant was about 50% full. The buffet's food ensemble looked fantastic, but the portion size from the a la carte menu was the right amount for us. The meal began with a complimentary shot of a smoothie, before going into the main course. We took notice how the lighting and spacing made the room's atmosphere very relaxing and the meal very enjoyable. The price point is a bit higher than usual, but you are getting value in service, decor, and food. And after all, it is at the Ritz.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full House Chinese Cuisine; City: Scarborough, ON; Review: Another solid and consistent Chinese dinner at Full House, where there really is not bad dish nor a truly inventive out of this world Chinese dish. I describe Full House as your go-to neighborhood Chinese restaurant. To elevate the experience, they could reinvest into the restaurant and upgrade the furnishings and decor. The food all came out fairly quickly from the kitchen. Service was fairly attentive where they replaced our dirty plates midway into the meal. There is also ample parking outside.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 1675 Patisserie; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came back for the pomme de pin on a Friday afternoon and we were fortunate to have grabbed the last one. The cafe was also nicely decorated with Halloween trinkets, which is a nice addition. There were also some limited edition Halloween desserts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Allwyn's Bakery; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Great spot to get some Caribbean food. I typically get the jerk chicken and rice, but I tried the curry chicken instead. Personally, I much prefer the jerk chicken over the curry chicken. Price point is great and the portion size is generous. It also comes with a side of Cole slaw. The eating area is in a common area shared with other food court stalls.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Petit Potato; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Visited close to Halloween and was pleasantly surprised by all of the decorations. They did a wonderful job setting up a Halloween themed restaurant. Service was pretty good, considering the restaurant was full of customers and food came by quickly. However, the quality of the food is average and portion size is modest. There are lots of other good options in the area, but may come back for a drink or dessert in the future.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Petit Potato; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Visited close to Halloween and was pleasantly surprised by all of the decorations. They did a wonderful job setting up a Halloween themed restaurant. Service was pretty good, considering the restaurant was full of customers and food came by quickly. However, the quality of the food is average and portion size is modest. There are lots of other good options in the area, but may come back for a drink or dessert in the future.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Petit Potato; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Visited close to Halloween and was pleasantly surprised by all of the decorations. They did a wonderful job setting up a Halloween themed restaurant. Service was pretty good, considering the restaurant was full of customers and food came by quickly. However, the quality of the food is average and portion size is modest. There are lots of other good options in the area, but may come back for a drink or dessert in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bymark; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came here for a wedding and considering they served over 100 guests, the quality of the food and service was on point. I'd recommend other people to consider holding their special occasions at Bymark. The Lamb Rack & Sous Vide Lamb Shoulder entree was fantastic!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Northern Dumpling Kitchen; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Great place for some Northern Chinese food. The place can get quite busy, so try to come during off-hours. We ordered the jumbo pork ball with vermicelli and chinese cabbage in broth, which is fantastic. In precious years, I've had their Xiao Long Bao - Shanghai Steamed Soup Dumplings and I would say it was much better before. Perhaps their recipe has changed ?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beacher Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice family friendly restaurant with lots of tables and seating. The vibe is laid back and friendly, especially since it is close to the beach. We hopped in for an afternoon snack of a chocolate cake with coffee and tea.
The menu has lots of daily specials and interesting options. I'll definitely be back to try some of them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beacher Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice family friendly restaurant with lots of tables and seating. The vibe is laid back and friendly, especially since it is close to the beach. We hopped in for an afternoon snack of a chocolate cake with coffee and tea.
The menu has lots of daily specials and interesting options. I'll definitely be back to try some of them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beacher Cafe; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A nice family friendly restaurant with lots of tables and seating. The vibe is laid back and friendly, especially since it is close to the beach. We hopped in for an afternoon snack of a chocolate cake with coffee and tea.
The menu has lots of daily specials and interesting options. I'll definitely be back to try some of them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LOUIX LOUIS; City: Toronto, ON; Review: A restaurant with stellar design, service and food. The price point is a bit high, but you certainly get it back in overall dining experience. We were seated next to two rowdy tables, which soured the elegant experience of the restaurant. But that is likely a special case, and not the norm.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chat Bar; City: Toronto, ON; Review: One of our new favorite places to go for chinese food in the north york area. Similar to Chat Bar's other branches, they serve skewered meats and the menu is the same as it's other locations. Food wise, it is very similar. However, we did notice the flavor is not as intense as the Silver Star location - which is our preferred location of the 3 locations. But it is still a great option for the north york area. Highly recommend visiting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: We came by on a friday night after 8pm, and we were surprised to see the restaurant 40% full. Usually, it is pretty quiet on weeknights with maybe less than 5 tables occupied. We ordered the honey garlic pork ribs which were absolutely fantastic, and also a beef dish with cumin seeds and mixed vegetables. Also, the scallop with vermicelli was great and the broth underneath was also delicious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pi Co; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Finally got to try Pi Co. I love how I can choose among a selection of fresh ingredients, and know I can add as much/little as I want for the flat rate. However, I would advise splitting the pizza with someone as the pizza can get cold by the time you get to the 3rd and final slice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Braised Chicken Rice - NorthYork; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Lots of seating inside the restaurant, but it is more of a drinks place than for food. For main entrees, they only had the braised chicken pot which we ordered a version with bone and one without bones. They did not have the flank and ribs. The chicken and sauce tastes great initially, but after awhile it seemed a bit too salty for us.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Braised Chicken Rice - NorthYork; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Lots of seating inside the restaurant, but it is more of a drinks place than for food. For main entrees, they only had the braised chicken pot which we ordered a version with bone and one without bones. They did not have the flank and ribs. The chicken and sauce tastes great initially, but after awhile it seemed a bit too salty for us.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yang's Braised Chicken Rice - NorthYork; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Lots of seating inside the restaurant, but it is more of a drinks place than for food. For main entrees, they only had the braised chicken pot which we ordered a version with bone and one without bones. They did not have the flank and ribs. The chicken and sauce tastes great initially, but after awhile it seemed a bit too salty for us.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Asian Legend; City: North York, ON; Review: Lots of parking, and also with some parking that's covered with a roof. Asian Legend is a franchise with many locations, so the quality is pretty consistent - it won't be too low nor too high - and the restaurant is made for volume with efficient service. It is always popular which is a healthy sign of a well run restaurant. It is a nice go- to restaurant, but personally I enjoy trying new restaurants and different dishes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KoSam; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by on a Friday night and we were able to get a seat fairly easily at 6:30pm. They served us with lots of small dishes - some spicy and some not spicy. The Hot stone japchae dupbap ($16) and Kosam fried chicken ($16) was great, but I thought the Beef noodle soup ($14) fell flat. There was no flavor in the soup broth. Service was great and the restaurant was full when we left at 7:30pm.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chef 88; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Consistent quality chinese food overall, and an extemely fast kitchen that served 9 main dishes practically at the same time. Although we did arrive at 5:30pm and ahead of the usual dinner time. The restaurant has very high ceilings, so it doesn't seem too crowded and it is easy to have conversations at the table.
For $68, we ordered the six dish combo which also came with complimentary dessert. Unfortunately the dessert tasted watered down. But for the price point, the speed of cooking the food, and size of the dishes, it is a good deal and would modestly suggest it to friends. The braised beef was a highlight of the night, which we ordered separately from our combo.
Six dish combo;
Crab Meat & Fish Maw Soup
Deep Fried Pork Chop w/ Thousand Island
Dressing
Braised Chicken w/ Soya Sauce
& Chili (1/2)
Sauteed Baby Bok Choy
w/ King Mushroom
Shrimp w/ Cashew Nut
Whole Steamed Tilapia w/ Ginger & Soya
Sauce; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by for dim sum at 1:00pm on a Saturday afternoon, and we were seated right away. The servers were very attentive and the food arrived at our table fairly quickly. We tried a few more dishes and they were average to above-average.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Akasaka Japanese Restaurant; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Came by on a Sunday afternoon around 1:30pm, and we were the only new guests. Two other tables were wrapping up. Food was good and David, our Teppanyaki chef, made the experience fun and entertaining.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zuì Là; City: Markham, ON; Review: There's lots of free parking and it was easy to get a table on a Wednesday night at 8:00pm. The food is tasty, but the time to cook the dishes is a turn-off. And while the food quality is high, the price point for the modest portion size and long wait time brought down my review of the restaurant. There are several other Chinese restaurants in the area with the same price point and quality of food, but quicker service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zuì Là; City: Markham, ON; Review: There's lots of free parking and it was easy to get a table on a Wednesday night at 8:00pm. The food is tasty, but the time to cook the dishes is a turn-off. And while the food quality is high, the price point for the modest portion size and long wait time brought down my review of the restaurant. There are several other Chinese restaurants in the area with the same price point and quality of food, but quicker service.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Zuì Là; City: Markham, ON; Review: There's lots of free parking and it was easy to get a table on a Wednesday night at 8:00pm. The food is tasty, but the time to cook the dishes is a turn-off. And while the food quality is high, the price point for the modest portion size and long wait time brought down my review of the restaurant. There are several other Chinese restaurants in the area with the same price point and quality of food, but quicker service.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mapo Gamjatang; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Admittedly, I don't often have Korean food so I cannot comment on the authenticity. But there seems to be a lot of other customers speaking Korean and seemed happily eating, so the restaurant must be doing something right. We were fortunate to get a table right away, however it typically is tough to get a table here. The entree choices are limited, favored meal size for for +2, and about 50% of the dishes had some level of spiciness. We started the meal with the usual korean side dishes, although the side dishes seem limited in quantity and variety. When our main dishes arrived, the meat was very tender and easily fell off the bone. The price point was also quite good, and the waitress came by twice to check up on us.
Food is good, service is good, parking is only through paid, and wait times can be long. I might prefer KoSam, which is nearby and two stores over because of the smaller wait time for a table and larger menu selection.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mapo Gamjatang; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Admittedly, I don't often have Korean food so I cannot comment on the authenticity. But there seems to be a lot of other customers speaking Korean and seemed happily eating, so the restaurant must be doing something right. We were fortunate to get a table right away, however it typically is tough to get a table here. The entree choices are limited, favored meal size for for +2, and about 50% of the dishes had some level of spiciness. We started the meal with the usual korean side dishes, although the side dishes seem limited in quantity and variety. When our main dishes arrived, the meat was very tender and easily fell off the bone. The price point was also quite good, and the waitress came by twice to check up on us.
Food is good, service is good, parking is only through paid, and wait times can be long. I might prefer KoSam, which is nearby and two stores over because of the smaller wait time for a table and larger menu selection.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mapo Gamjatang; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Admittedly, I don't often have Korean food so I cannot comment on the authenticity. But there seems to be a lot of other customers speaking Korean and seemed happily eating, so the restaurant must be doing something right. We were fortunate to get a table right away, however it typically is tough to get a table here. The entree choices are limited, favored meal size for for +2, and about 50% of the dishes had some level of spiciness. We started the meal with the usual korean side dishes, although the side dishes seem limited in quantity and variety. When our main dishes arrived, the meat was very tender and easily fell off the bone. The price point was also quite good, and the waitress came by twice to check up on us.
Food is good, service is good, parking is only through paid, and wait times can be long. I might prefer KoSam, which is nearby and two stores over because of the smaller wait time for a table and larger menu selection.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crown Prince Fine Dining & Banquet; City: Toronto, ON; Review: We came by on a Friday night and even though we made reservations, it was not needed. There was many available tables. The food tasted great and maybe because we were celebrating a birthday, we were given 4 different types of dessert?! While everything tasted good, I probably wouldn't re-order the fish and crab soup in the future - it seemed a bit too pricey for what we were given.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sassafraz; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by around 12pm, and fortunately they were still servicing a few breakfast items. I'm glad we were able to try Sassafraz as it has been on my list of "restaurants to try" for some time. We are coming from uptown so getting here takes a bit more effort and if you are driving, paid parking is likely the option. The food looked great, but I thought it was mediocre. The decor is upscale and a great location to people watch, so I think that is the bigger draw - which is enjoying the atmosphere.
Because there are other options with higher quality of food and requiring less effort to commute to, I'll probably opt for other options next time than Sassafraz.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sassafraz; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by around 12pm, and fortunately they were still servicing a few breakfast items. I'm glad we were able to try Sassafraz as it has been on my list of "restaurants to try" for some time. We are coming from uptown so getting here takes a bit more effort and if you are driving, paid parking is likely the option. The food looked great, but I thought it was mediocre. The decor is upscale and a great location to people watch, so I think that is the bigger draw - which is enjoying the atmosphere.
Because there are other options with higher quality of food and requiring less effort to commute to, I'll probably opt for other options next time than Sassafraz.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sassafraz; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by around 12pm, and fortunately they were still servicing a few breakfast items. I'm glad we were able to try Sassafraz as it has been on my list of "restaurants to try" for some time. We are coming from uptown so getting here takes a bit more effort and if you are driving, paid parking is likely the option. The food looked great, but I thought it was mediocre. The decor is upscale and a great location to people watch, so I think that is the bigger draw - which is enjoying the atmosphere.
Because there are other options with higher quality of food and requiring less effort to commute to, I'll probably opt for other options next time than Sassafraz.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maxim's Café & Patisserie; City: North York, ON; Review: Maxim had been in the North York neighborhood for over +20 years, and best known for their cakes. Even though they are run by Chinese people and their pastries have always been geared towards the Chinese palate of less sugar, they also serve Western style food. The price point is quite good for a proper sitdown restaurant and dinner service is usually less than 40% full - so it's a nice hideaway for a quiet meal. It's also one of the few restaurants where you can 'up' your meal to include soup, salad, bread and dessert for an extra $9. On Friday and Saturday nights, they have a live band. The food is quiet average, it feels dated, and many new bakeries have surpassed them with better quality (and more modern) cakes - so I am limiting my Yelp review to just 3 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maxim's Café & Patisserie; City: North York, ON; Review: Maxim had been in the North York neighborhood for over +20 years, and best known for their cakes. Even though they are run by Chinese people and their pastries have always been geared towards the Chinese palate of less sugar, they also serve Western style food. The price point is quite good for a proper sitdown restaurant and dinner service is usually less than 40% full - so it's a nice hideaway for a quiet meal. It's also one of the few restaurants where you can 'up' your meal to include soup, salad, bread and dessert for an extra $9. On Friday and Saturday nights, they have a live band. The food is quiet average, it feels dated, and many new bakeries have surpassed them with better quality (and more modern) cakes - so I am limiting my Yelp review to just 3 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maxim's Café & Patisserie; City: North York, ON; Review: Maxim had been in the North York neighborhood for over +20 years, and best known for their cakes. Even though they are run by Chinese people and their pastries have always been geared towards the Chinese palate of less sugar, they also serve Western style food. The price point is quite good for a proper sitdown restaurant and dinner service is usually less than 40% full - so it's a nice hideaway for a quiet meal. It's also one of the few restaurants where you can 'up' your meal to include soup, salad, bread and dessert for an extra $9. On Friday and Saturday nights, they have a live band. The food is quiet average, it feels dated, and many new bakeries have surpassed them with better quality (and more modern) cakes - so I am limiting my Yelp review to just 3 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Keung's Delight; City: Markham, ON; Review: Great neighborhood place for a quick Chinese meal. We usually come here for their Tiger shrimp on fried rice and garlic, and also their pepper mustard green in hot pot. But I'd be interested in trying a few more of their dishes. I recommend getting here before the typical mealtime hours as it gets awfully full very quickly. There is a good mix of big and small tables, and there's lots of free parking - assuming you don't come during the lunch/dinner time rush.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chi Star House; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Good: Food is authentic, the flavors of the dishes is above average, and there's a good variety of dishes.
Bad: Parking is limited, seating options are limited, tables are always full (although, you can then bet there is good turnover with the raw ingredients), weekend dinner options are either 5:45pm or 7:15pm (don't even try coming without a reservation), noisy (because of the small space and cramped seating), and prices are about 25% higher than other Chinese restaurants. Specifically about that price point, I'd rather eat in a more spacious and higher end chinese restaurant than eat here and finish my meal within the 1.5 hour dining deadline.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chi Star House; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Good: Food is authentic, the flavors of the dishes is above average, and there's a good variety of dishes.
Bad: Parking is limited, seating options are limited, tables are always full (although, you can then bet there is good turnover with the raw ingredients), weekend dinner options are either 5:45pm or 7:15pm (don't even try coming without a reservation), noisy (because of the small space and cramped seating), and prices are about 25% higher than other Chinese restaurants. Specifically about that price point, I'd rather eat in a more spacious and higher end chinese restaurant than eat here and finish my meal within the 1.5 hour dining deadline.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chi Star House; City: Richmond Hill, ON; Review: Good: Food is authentic, the flavors of the dishes is above average, and there's a good variety of dishes.
Bad: Parking is limited, seating options are limited, tables are always full (although, you can then bet there is good turnover with the raw ingredients), weekend dinner options are either 5:45pm or 7:15pm (don't even try coming without a reservation), noisy (because of the small space and cramped seating), and prices are about 25% higher than other Chinese restaurants. Specifically about that price point, I'd rather eat in a more spacious and higher end chinese restaurant than eat here and finish my meal within the 1.5 hour dining deadline.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cheesecake Factory; City: North York, ON; Review: Had another great Sunday lunch at Cheesecake Factory. It didnt take long to find parking, although our spot was closer to the outer edges of the parking lot. The wait time was about 1 hour, but they give you a pager and it'll ring when your table is ready. Once we came back with the ringing pager, we wait another 10 minutes before being escorted to our table. Beverages and complementary bread is served fairly soon, and the wait for our main dishes is not too long. Portion size is generous and easily filled us with just ordering the entree. Our server was also very pleasant and cheerful. Great experience overall!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patisserie Fleur; City: Markham, ON; Review: Came by on a Saturday mid-afternoon, and we were able to get a table easily. There were only two other tables being occupied. We treated ourselves to the Hazelnut supreme, a tea (flavored as 'spa'), and an Americano. The overall experience was relaxing and the cake tasted great. There is also a lot of parking nearby. I'd recommend others to visit Patisserie Fleur.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allwyn's Bakery; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Great value for the jerk chicken and rice. It also comes with a side of compliamentary coleslaw! I would have liked the chicken to be more spicy, but the combination of the chicken, rice and coleslaw was perfect! The food is served right away and there are plenty of tables for dining in the food court. Unfortunately there is only one restroom for guys and gals for the whole foodcourt - but that's more of a reflection of the building's design and not Allywn's.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rally Restaurant and Bar; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Came by on a Friday night for some dessert. It is probably one the best kept secrets as a place for a quiet dinner. It is quite easy to get a table and there are many TV's around to catch a sporting game. We came by for some chocolate cake and was not disappointed with this chocolatey goodness.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Democracy And Education; Author: Visit Amazon's John Dewey Page; Review: Clean, neat, white, one, made of paper, the cover is shiny, with words, Is anyone getting my point good bye; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Day No Pigs Would Die; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Newton Peck Page; Review: wow I love the way this book was packaged and sent to me you guys are great I love reading I have to go now my mommy made me a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the crust cut off I have to go eat lunch and then take a nap. Bye bye I may order another book later when I finish my nap will you guys still be up?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gilded Age, Part 1.; Author: Mark; Review: wow I love the way this book was packaged and sent to me you guys are great I love reading I have to go now my mommy made me a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the crust cut off I have to go eat lunch and then take a nap. Bye bye I may order another book later when I finish my nap will you guys still be up?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Colors of Learning: Integrating the Visual Arts Into the Early Childhood (Early Childhood Education Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Rosemary Althouse Page; Review: What I've read so far this book is right on point I am currently working on my Graduate studies and my research is along the same information if you don't have this book and you are serious about your craft of visual arts then I would suggest picking up a copy for yourself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Kids' Multicultural Art Book: Art & Craft Experiences from Around the World (Williamson Kids Can! Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Alexandra M. Terzian Page; Review: I love Star Wars toys I know if I don't buy it from Wal-Mart. I can't support the Chinese economy. But plastic toys, lets face it if this was made in America it would cost ten times as much. Greed, our politicians have to be paid first. 1% baby that top one percent rule the world and will burn in hell.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emphasis Art: A Qualitative Art Program for Elementary and Middle Schools; Author: Visit Amazon's Frank Wachowiak Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blink - The Power Of Thinking Without Thinking; Author: Visit Amazon's Malcolm Gladwell Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outliers, The Story of Success; Author: Visit Amazon's Malcolm Gladwell Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Art of Teaching; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay Parini Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Essential 55: An Award-Winning Educator's Rules For Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child; Author: Visit Amazon's Ron Clark Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drawing for Older Children & Teens; Author: Visit Amazon's Mona Brookes Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dynamic Art Projects for Children: Includes Step-by-step Instructions And Photographs; Author: Visit Amazon's Denise M. Logan Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 501 Great Artists; Author: Stephen Farthing; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Children And Painting; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Weisman Topal Page; Review: Merry Christmas have a happy new year keep up the good work God Bless you and the work you do in the name of Jesus Christ our lord and savior.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Photoshop Handbook: The COMPLETE Photoshop Box Set For Beginners and Advanced Users (Photography, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Creativity); Author: Visit Amazon's Dwayne Brown Page; Review: Do not get this book. Photoshop is a great program this book tells you very little about how to do anything.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Woodcarving Magic: How to Transform A Single Block of Wood Into Impossible Shapes; Author: Visit Amazon's Bjarne Jespersen Page; Review: love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Butterflies; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Michael Pyle Page; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds: Eastern Region, Revised Edition; Author: National Audubon Society; Review: Love these book just remember anything you buy used may come smelling like cigarette smoke; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Critical Thinking Skills For Dummies; Author: Visit Amazon's Martin Cohen Page; Review: Can't wait to read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Up, Tall and High; Author: Visit Amazon's Ethan Long Page; Review: Awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Follow the Directions & Draw It All by Yourself!: 25 Reproducible Lessons That Guide Kids to Draw Adorable Pictures; Author: Kristin Geller; Review: nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: African Masks: The Barbier-Mueller Collection; Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Hahner-Herzog Page; Review: so cool; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Dumbo VHS; Brand: Sterling Holloway; Review: Not great streaming visability and quite grainy.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Los Aristogatos The Aristocats VHS; Brand: Phil Harris; Review: Horribly grainy!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wall-E (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: Ben Burtt; Review: Clear quality; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: John Lasseter; Review: Good streaming imagery not so interesting though and too short; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Muppets; Brand: Amy Adams; Review: Color way off and grainy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
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Title: Canon PowerShot SX700 HS Digital Camera (Black) + 32GB Memory Card + All in One High Speed Card Reader; Brand: Canon; Review: A great bundle with a great camera!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MegaGear "Ever Ready" Protective Leather Camera Case, Bag for Canon PowerShot SX720 HS (Black); Brand: MegaGear; Review: Great quality and fit, but could have used a hand strap in addition, or instead of the neck strap.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 3DR IRIS+ Battery - 5100 mAh 3S 8C; Brand: 3DRobotics; Review: I have 4 of these batteries for my Iris +, and they all take about 2 hours to fully charge from the recommended half charge for storage. Flight times as advertised.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3DR IRIS Case; Brand: 3DRobotics; Review: A seriously heavy duty case! A great way to store and carry your Iris + around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pelican 1495 Laptop Case (Black); Brand: Pelican; Review: I must like it...after buying the first one, I bought another!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Fleece; City: Witney Oxfordshire England; Review: Stayed in a family room for one night with 20 and 11 year old daughters. Room was across car park access lane in an annex. Smallest bed was very uncomfortable and not popular with the girls. No milk to make hot drinks and only two cups supplied. Bathroom had a funny smell and no shelf for toiletries and no glasses for teeth cleaning. Was adapted for disabled and was a large wet room. No bath. Smokers from pub congregated outside our door and smell was awful! Now the good points - staff were friendly and helpful (but I guess they are paid) food was good and beds were clean. I would recommend it but probably not stay there again myself. Paid £210 for dinner, bed and breakfast. Not cheap.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Wilmington Hotel; City: Eastbourne East Sussex England; Review: My 12 year old daughter and I spent two nights here. The room was a twin at the back and was very comfortable with a good sized bathroom. There was some early morning noise from scaffolders outside our window and a terrible smell of paint at times but obviously this won't always apply. The beds were comfortable, TV a good size for the room. The shower didn't have a great amount of pressure but was ok for a couple of nights. The breakfasts and dinners were really good value for money and very tasty. The location opposite the theatres and minutes from the beach was ideal for us. The staff were all polite and friendly and all in all I couldn't fault the service. It was a good value break in a quiet residential spot. No sea views but no pricey rooms either!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woodbury Park Hotel Golf Club; City: Woodbury Salterton Devon England; Review: Took a short break here for our daughter's 13th birthday (even gave her a golf lesson!). The family room was spacious and comfortable and clean. May have been a bit cramped with two children but okay with just one. Breakfasts were good but evening meals confusing - great on the first night but not so good on the second. My daughter (even though we paid for half board for her) selected the burger and chips each night which incurred a £5 supplement each night - a bit naughty when the meal choices available were cheaper than a burger! However, on the second night the burger, bun and chips were burnt and inedible. Naturally when they billed me for it I refused to pay - and yes I had sent it back to the kitchen. That aside, I would still recommend the hotel but advise ladies to take a wrap or cardigan into the Atrium at dinner time as it was quite chilly in there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lodore Falls Hotel Spa; City: Borrowdale Keswick Lake District Cumbria England; Review: My husband, 2 daughters and I stayed here for three nights (in 2 rooms) on a Voyage Prive rate. I paid extra for lake view rooms and it was well worth it. The hotel sits on a small plot fronting a road which runs alongside the lake. The rooms were beautifully furnished and housekeeping should be congratulated for the thorough cleaning and servicing daily. The hotel restaurant was very good with attentive service but the dinners were not so good on the third night - food was cool and nobody checked if everything was ok. The breakfasts were served to order and alright - nothing spectacular but sufficient. I refused to pay the £3.50 supplement for scrambled eggs and salmon. Our deal included winter Pimms and crumpets on arrival. I was a little disappointed when this menu was off and we were given tea and scones - not quite the same! Also, being the uber prepared traveller, I pre-booked spa treatments for my eldest daughter and I, only to have them cancelled and changed to a different day. However, they were cancelled for a second time and we never got to use our £10 spa vouchers at all - £40 down the drain. The hotel's leisure facilities are limited with a very small indoor pool and an outside hot tub which you have to pre-book, situated round the side of the hotel and next to a public footpath - shrinking violets beware! The hotel has quite a homely feel with imitation coal fires round every corner and residents lounging around with their dogs - most seemed to have 2 - okay with us as we are dog lovers and don't mind the occasional hair, but may be a problem for some. When I checked out the reception staff made quite a fuss of another guest (I assume) who turned up and failed to ask me if I had enjoyed my stay. Pity really, as I did have some comments, after all I had spent upwards of £1,400 there. Quite expensive but as our daughters are over 12 years we had to pay for 4 adults. Would I go back? Probably, if I could get the family suite for a good price. Oh, my last little niggle - everyone checking out received a free bottle of wine except me! Now I'm being petty, aren't I?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Emlyn Hotel; City: Newcastle Emlyn Carmarthenshire Wales; Review: Had a mid week family break here with a Groupon deal. Family room big enough although sofa bed wasn't too comfortable. Hotel very well run and clean. Breakfasts were first class and cooked to order. Staff friendly and helpful and the town itself was interesting. My only gripe would be the absence of a children's menu at dinner time. We ate in the bar both nights as the restaurant menu for a family of four would have cost almost £120 each sitting without drinks. The bar food was great and good sized portions. The cheese platter went down extremely well and would have served two normal people - my hungry hounds however ate one each! Would certainly recommend this charming little coach house - never tried the hot tub as there wasn't any water in it when we looked! Not a deal breaker, however!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lincombe Hall Hotel; City: Torquay English Riviera Devon England; Review: My daughter and I enjoyed a fabulous five days here in July. From the moment we arrived until we sadly said farewell, everything was spot on. The owners and dedicated staff are to be congratulated on a job well done. The rooms are great (ours was 5) with everything you need including a fan and heated towel rail for drying swimsuits etc. Everything is scrupiously clean and the food is first class. The view of the ferris wheel and the sea was a bonus as was the lovely outside pool and jacuzi. It is a super hotel with a warm, family feel and one I will certainly return to with the rest of my family. Can't fault it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Beaufort Coaching Inn Brasserie; City: Raglan Monmouthshire South Wales Wales; Review: This was the third time in an many months we stopped here for a lunch. My husband and youngest daughter tucked into delicious sandwiches and gourmet chips while my older daughter enjoyed a starter size ample helping of Welsh rarebit - the best she had ever eaten! I opted for the muffin with onion marmarade and goats cheese which was simply sensational. The accompanying salad was delicious and once again we enjoyed home-made shortbread with coffees. Previously I had enjoyed the tuna salad - again first class. This is rapidly becoming one of the best places to eat in this area and I look forward to my next visit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Harbour Lights B B; City: Ilfracombe Devon England; Review: This family run restaurant and b and b has to be one of the best in the UK. Conveniently located a stone's throw away from the harbour, the welcome was warm and inviting. Our rooms were spacious, clean and homely. Everything was provided. We ate in the restaurant three out of our four night stay and enjoyed delicious fish and meat dishes. Service was excellent, portion sizes generous and value for money outstanding. Breakfasts were equally impressive. Nothing was too much trouble for this hard working family who are to be commended for a lovely establishment. We hope to return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billesley Manor Hotel; City: Stratford upon Avon Warwickshire England; Review: Booked a great DBB deal here for our 25th wedding anniversary. Were upgraded to a first class room with huge bed and curtains round the bath! View over front lawn was amazing and the whole place has a feeling of yesteryear. Dinner was really good but the complementary bottle of house wine was a bit rough! A very restful location with good access to Stratford. The little church behind the hotel was delightful and quite romantic - we sang some of our wedding hymns! Will certainly come back with our girls and indulge in the spa.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boscundle Manor Hotel Restaurant and Spa; City: St Austell Cornwall England; Review: Hmm - where to start? I stayed here alone for two nights while house hunting. I had booked a single room but was given a complementary upgrade to a double which I thought was a good move. Unfortunately my room (Joanna) was outside of the hotel up an external staircase. I had my own front door and patio doors which led onto a small exterior courtyard. I felt quite vulnerable and isolated. The room was very shabby chic and the bathroom was quite shabby. But, the shower was hot and the sheets clean and there were Molton Brown toiletries, so not all bad. I ate in both nights (bit expensive) and the first night I had rack of lamb which was delicious even if devoid of vegetables. I also enjoyed some smallish scallops. Second night I opted for fillet steak which was actually fillet beef which ironically had been on the menu the night before. A glass of house white was £7.50 - a bit steep. I ordered the cheese board for dessert and took it up to my 'tower' with me where I had a nice bottle cooling in the fridge! As I was alone and quite busy the fact that the outdoor pool was devoid of water and the indoor one was being serviced didn't really matter. It was a bit disappointing but I can imagine it might have irked some travellers, especially families. Also the advertised hot tub didn't seem to be accessible either, though I could have double checked. The grounds are lovely and the staff accommodating. A plate of fresh fruit and two biscuits were welcome as were the bottles of milk and water in the fridge. I didn't use the lounge as it was a tad small and filled quickly with one family. Breakfasts were good, if bijou. My two night break cost me just over £250. Would I return there? Possibly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Galleon Inn; City: Fowey Cornwall England; Review: Used this hotel next to the Fowey estuary a few times last year for quick breaks. Price is always reasonable, beds are always clean and comfy and the food is good too! Can get busy in the season but service doesn't suffer. Great hearty breakfasts kept my man happy and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Book direct for the best price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lincombe Hall Hotel; City: Torquay English Riviera Devon England; Review: Two years after my first visit this hotel had become adults only. But not to worry my youngest daughter still qualified and we returned for an equally wonderful five day summer break. The hotel was as we remembered. Clean, welcoming, family run with pride and great food and optional evening entertainment. The twin rooms were sadly not overlooking the front but we didn't go there to sit in the room, and with the sun blazing away each day we flopped by the pool. We met many nice new people there and enjoyed chatting to like minded guests who didn't miss the grizzling kids! My husband heard so much about our fabulous break I'm banking on taking him there some time soon. A hotel with a winning formula - we love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bear Hotel; City: Crickhowell Brecon Beacons National Park Wales; Review: After really looking forward to supper here with some friends, I was greatly disappointed with both the food and the cold and clinical upstairs setting. The bar downstairs is always welcoming and bustling but we were seated upstairs in a room with no outlook and chairs covered in white nylon covers stretched and pinned under the legs. It reminded me of a cheap function room for low key parties. Anyway, I ordered the jerk beef with anticipation, only to be served the most luke-warm and salty tasting lump of meat covered in a jelly-like gloop which I presumed was the sauce. It was clear the sauce had not been warmed and stirred properly after coming out of the packet for there is no way it was home-made. My friends had burgers - no special training to make those required. I complained to the waiter that I could not eat my cool salty puddle and meat and I was offered to have it warmed very quickly. I declined the offer of microwave intervention and did not eat. The meal was included in the bill and I was made to go to a till near the kitchen door downstairs to have the item removed. I watched the staff at work in the kitchen and the wait proved interesting. Don't think I will be dining here again. Shame really as it could have been so much better.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Speech House Hotel; City: Coleford Forest of Dean Gloucestershire England; Review: One of the advantages of eating here is you can take the pooch with you. The Orangery was undergoing redecoration but this did not interfere with customers. My husband and daughter chose the steak baguette and chips while I opted for a chicken Caesar salad. We enjoyed our coffees while waiting ( lovely complementary shortbread) and were only mildly distracted by the number of crying babies there, some of them silenced when breast-fed (thankfully my husband had his back to them, he's a bit old fashioned about things like that!). The real disappointment, however, was my salad. The little gem lettuce was smothered in mayonnaise to the point where you could not see any green. I left most of it and told the waitress why. There was no offer of a refund or reduction, just the usual "I'm very sorry about that. " The bill came to just over £46 and under normal circumstances I would have refused to pay for my salad, but we had received some unwelcome family news that day. I wasn't firing on all guns, you might say. I will return there as it's a convenient spot and in the summer you can dine al fresco. Not cheap, but pleasant enough.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Llanwenarth Hotel Riverside Restaurant; City: Llanwenarth Abergavenny Monmouthshire South Wa; Review: Oh deary me not sure where to start with this one. I'll start with the bill - £78.75 for an Early Bird meal for a family of four. Two 2 courses, two 3 courses and a bottle of wine. The best part for me was the braised beef - very tender and tasty. My husband had a pie and the veg were good. My daughters ate the pork dinner which the teenager left. It was a bit bland and the starters were straight out of the freezer - chicken pakoras. The puddings were large and clumpy devoid of much flavour. I had bread and butter pudding and left over half. It was all a bit like what your old Nan would serve you on a Sunday! No doubt fine for some people and great after a night out on the tiles, I'm sure. But at almost £80 we would have found much better elsewhere and won't be tempted to visit again. Oh yes - it was quite cold in there too and only one other table of customers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clayton Hotel Cardiff; City: Cardiff South Wales Wales; Review: Got a deal on Secret Escapes to stay at this hotel. Few minutes from Cardiff central train station and a short walk to the shops. Several hen and stag parties there but didn't bother us on the eighth floor. Deal included afternoon tea which initially we were told we couldn't have that day even though we were there for one night only. I insisted it had to be the Saturday and so we were 'found' a spot at 4pm. When we went for tea the restaurant was virtually deserted! Tea arrived at 4ish with the sandwiches and cakes arriving some 40 minutes later. The food was bland and dry round the edges but filled a hole before we went off for our show. When we got in at 10.30pm the only food available was on room service and the choice was chicken and mayo sandwich or pizza! We had one of each and it cost around £20. And yes - it was bland and a little dry. On a plus point the cocktails are good at £6 each and after a few you forget that the carpets could do with a good hoover! The beds were comfy and the breakfast plentiful. Would I stay there again? Probably not. There are much nicer hotels in Cardiff and plenty of good deals on offer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apex City of Bath Hotel; City: Bath Somerset England; Review: Fabulously clean and comfortable hotel right in centre of Bath. Breakfast great and super friendly and efficient staff. Rooms spacious and full of everything you need. Will definitely use Apex again.Next time might take a dip in the pool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grove Hotel; City: St Davids St Davids Peninsula Pembrokeshire Wales; Review: Stayed here two nights bed and breakfast for £89 with a Travelzoo voucher and it was a real bargain find! Hotel opposite Visitors Centre at top of town allowing you to have a short walk down to the famous St David's Cathedral. Beds large and clean, showers adequate and staff as helpful as they could be. Breakfasts were great and the dinners were excellent. Cocktails weren't bad either! Sure, the hotel could do with a lick of paint here and there and refurbishment is in the pipeline, but I never judge a place by the decor - it's the standard of service and the warm Welsh welcome which makes this a place I'll happily return to. Well done everyone at the Grove!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Majestic Hotel; City: Harrogate North Yorkshire England; Review: Currently undergoing refurbishment the Majestic continues to remain open to customers. Our check in certainly didn't go smoothly with a three hour delay and no explanation for two hours just free tea and coffee which eventually led to a free bar! It turned out there had been damage to a water pipe and subsequently no water in the hotel for many hours. The room was clean and beds comfy. Breakfasts were the usual selection with supplements if you wanted something off menu. Dinners were average and the same choice each night. Disappointingly my steak on the second night (which carried a supplement) was served rare instead of medium rare, was cold as well as the accompanying chips. I never ate it and was excused the supplement. Puddings were the same each night, hence impaired flavour as the week progressed. It was our first trip to Harrogate and as we didn't envisage another three train trip to return in the near future we accepted 50% off our first night's stay in lieu of a half price return voucher for one night. While the compensation was fair, the wasted arrival afternoon on a sunny day when we were stuck in the lounge waiting for information, took the shine off the break somewhat. Had we been told it would take until 6pm to get a room, we could have left our case and gone for a walk etc. Communication is a wonderful thing. Together with the banging and clacking of workmen who frequented the bar in their workclothes it made us feel like we were staying in a cheap motel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Witching Way of the Hollow Hill; Author: Visit Amazon's Robin Artisson Page; Review: This is, truly, the best book on Witchcraft written to date. What the very few traditional authors vaguely touch on, Robin Artisson goes into orphic detail-- clearly explaining a myriad of topics superficially mentioned in other publications. These other authors aren't to be deemed ineffectual; however, Robin Artisson makes sure to bring many of their topics into a clearer light. You cannot get any better than "The Witching Way of the Hollow Hill"-- it has everything one needs. The concept of Fate explained clearly, The Dark Matriarch of the Craft, the origins of the Old Veiled Witch-queen, the Daughter of the Great Queen, the Old One and The Master, the dead, trance states and fetch flight, the hidden wisdom found in Balladry, extensive rites and many essential books for one to further their reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RAISING A VACCINE FREE CHILD; Author: Wendy Lydall; Review: What happens when you child contracts tetanus? "The natural reservoir of C. tetani is soil, where it is a ubiquitous resident..." (Madigan & Martinko. Pg. 904) "Treatment of acute symptomatic tetanus involves administration of antibiotics, usually penicillin, to stop growth and toxin production by C. tetani; administration of antitoxin to prevent binding of newly released toxin to cells, and supportive therapy such as sedation, muscle relaxants, and mechanical respiration to control the effects of paralysis. Treatment at this level cannot provide a reversal of symptoms, since toxin that is already bound to tissues cannot be neutralized. Even with antitoxin, antibiotics, and supportive therapy, tetanus patients have SIGNIFICANT MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY." (Madigan & Martinko. Pg. 904) "To cause tetanus, spores must be deposited deep in tissues, where oxygen is unavailable. This occurs in deep cuts and puncture wounds. Stepping on a rusty nail has a reputation for leading to tetanus, but it is tetanus endospores, not rust, that cause the disease--a shiny new nail can be just as dangerous if spores are present." (Black. Pg. 732) So what are you going to do once your kid cuts themselves outdoors and tetanus is a grim possibility? Give them herbs and orange juice? Your child will die more than likely. Better keep them in a bubble! SOURCES: Black, Jacquelyn G. Microbiology: Principles and Explorations. 6th ed. New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2005. Madigan, Michael T., and John M. Martinko. Brock Biology of Microorganisms. 11th ed. New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall, 2006.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Return of the Dead: Ghosts, Ancestors, and the Transparent Veil of the Pagan Mind; Author: Visit Amazon's Claude Lecouteux Page; Review: This book is excellent! Lack of formal academic books devoted solely to the dead in Paganism has rendered this work a one-of-a-kind. Sure, there are hundreds of books out there on spirits, the dead, and "crossing over", but all of them are presented from the position of washed-up neo-Spiritualism, usually mixed up with heretical Christianity. "Ghost hunters", Sylvia Browne fans, and new agers will either be immediately turned off by this book or enlightened; I see no middle ground. Likewise, many neo-Pagans will share the same sentiment, as they discard traditional Pagan beliefs of the afterlife and dead for the quackery of Victorian Spiritualism. Dr. Lecouteux's ground-breaking work in this field has produced a volume that cannot be excluded from serious Pagan "recommended reading" lists; and one that is sorely needed to purge the nonsense from the Pagan movement once in for all. The dead must be returned to their original, true forms in the minds of polytheists, no matter how frightening and ego-shattering that may be.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flaming Circle; Author: Visit Amazon's Robin Artisson Page; Review: I am really shocked at the negative responses to this book! But with that said, I expect no less from the types of people who say such things--they're all the same to me. Robin has given us a book that is deeper than "linguistics" or "etymology" or hardcore proto-atheist reconstructionism, which is more about playing dress up and saying names of gods with empty hearts instead of real paganism; excuse me "heathenism." I better use the right word or people will get upset and start yelling at me for not being linguistically or etymologically or culturally correct. Heaven forbid. If you can think deeper than the mud puddle in the sun, then you will enjoy this book as a pagan or heathen (see there?). What an insult that an author includes acumen and profundity in his work and doesn't pander to the easily-hurt feelings of a bunch of people that are going to die christian or agnostic anyway.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Deed Without a Name: Unearthing the Legacy of Traditional Witchcraft; Author: Lee Morgan; Review: Lee Morgan goes out of her way to subtly whisper into your ear, from page one to the last, that Witchcraft takes no prisoners. If this doesn't scare you off the topic completely, then I recommend buying the book and preparing yourself for the most unique read on Traditional Witchcraft written so far. The realm of TW has its sacred texts and its bibles and its controversial tomes "we're all instructed to read first", and thankfully, this isn't one of them! This book is for THE Witch who has GONE there and came back. THE Witch who is already well familiar with every single topic she speaks of and yearns for a holistic outlook on the subject. Lee's book is the only one that provides that. Throughout the book, you come across many things you've heard of here and there, and many things you feel or do know a lot about. What makes this book worth having isn't that it repeats that material, but that it DOESN'T repeat that material. Lee assumes you've GOT THIS. You KNOW what she's talking about. This book is her fire-side discussion with you about these various realms of witchery without it being an instructional guide. Because really, do we need another how-to book? I really don't think so. Buy this. Buy it now. If you're not prepared to read it, put it on the shelf. Read through her recommended reading first, then tackle what Lee Morgan has to offer. And wow, the art!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Like Lambs to the Slaughter; Author: Visit Amazon's Johanna Michaelsen Page; Review: This book is just amazing. If not for Ms. Michaelsen, I would have never learned step-by-step how to procure and then sacrifice a live newborn child to the Lord Satan on Halloween. Though time-consuming it may be, the author makes sure to indicate what to do and when, which gives me the confidence that I am learning from a professional child-killer. Kudos to you, Ms. Michaelsen!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tampa: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Alissa Nutting Page; Review: "Tampa" was recommended to me by a friend one evening, and like most books, I surfed over to Amazon and added it to my Wishlist without giving the synopsis or reviews a second glance. We all have those friends who instinctively know what you will or will not enjoy, you know? A few weeks later I was browsing the bookstore looking for nothing in particular when I came across something that looked very familiar: that tacky, sleazy dust jacket (ironically itself a lint magnet) my friend told me about. One chapter in, and I knew that nothing else would do for a cover save for perhaps a binding made from used condoms or the scrotal remains of one of those unfortunate Castrati. True, there is little character development; but can a novel *really* have *everything*? Celeste, the ..protagonist? doesn't need development because the book isn't about her! The story is about raunch at its most raunchy being channeled through a bombshell female sexual predator. This is the new "Juliette", so step aside, De Sade. This is the next John Waters film, so cram it you people who can recite Gore Vidal like some ancient bard. In one hundred years, I expect this story to be in the Norton Anthology of Literature from the Former United States. Even Nathaniel Hawthorne was considered garbage during his writing career. If you're looking for a book that will make you have to stop, put the book down, laugh, and then take a picture with your phone and text it to a friend, then this is the book for you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: We Have Always Lived in the Castle; Author: Visit Amazon's Shirley Jackson Page; Review: in Shirley Jackson, I feel that this novella best captures her bizarro creative capability, more so than "The Haunting of Hill House" with that insufferable Eleanor. This one, like "The Lottery"--although just a short story--is a page turner. I turned the pages in "Hill House," but only to get to the end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Full Dark House: A Peculiar Crimes Unit Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Christopher Fowler Page; Review: ...by the author's style of presenting dialect. That did not, however, take away from the overall enjoyability of the book. I wouldn't recommend it to people who have a hard time envisioning a place, if they haven't been to London.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Me: A Questionnaire Journal; Author: Visit Amazon's Shane Windham Page; Review: I give it a 3/5 only because there are so many questions that I am unable to answer. Oh, I'd answer them if there was an answer, but perhaps if it were spiral bound, I could feel more motivated to fill it all in. Trying to get it flat for neat writing is a chore.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dark Harvest; Author: Visit Amazon's Norman Partridge Page; Review: Very "Cry Baby Lane" themed, if any of you recall that Nickelodeon movie on Halloween all those years ago, remember how it wasn't really all that good, even to a kid?; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The 120 Days of Sodom and Other Writings; Author: Marquis De Sade; Review: Yes, it's wrong. Yes, it's filth to the extreme. It's perverted; it condones rape, torture, child abuse, child rape, and murder. But this was De Sade's mockery of pre-Revolutionary French society, and was well-earned. If you think the book is repugnant, have a little get together with friends on evening, drink some wine (or maybe your own recipe inspired by the tales presented in the novel), get a bit tipsy (or furiously drunk like a manead), and then open that book to the many dogeared pages I KNOW you've marked (because you could not resist after all), and recite some of the most hilarious accounts ever written.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dead of Night: The Ghost Stories of Oliver Onions (Tales of Mystery & the Supernatural); Author: Oliver Onions; Review: Onions was an obscure author for me up until recently. He wrote great stories, but I warn the reader that, although you may be a seasoned adept at difficult reading, Onions is a bit overkill on the stereotypical complexity inherent in post-Victorian, post-Edwardian writing, so expect your eyes to cross a few times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strange and Secret Peoples: Fairies and Victorian Consciousness; Author: Visit Amazon's Carole G. Silver Page; Review: I devoured this book in two hours. What a rare peek into the repressed Victorian libido it provides. But it doesn't stop there. One is given a unique, rare glance of fairy-related artwork and what the topic of "fairies" represented (or didn't represent) in the psyche of the era.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dream-Hunters of Corsica; Author: Dorothy Carrington; Review: Just wow. Who knew such a thing? Definitely recommend this for anyone interested in the occult, witchcraft, folklore, or are just forever seeking out the unknown and obscure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Practice Of Witchcraft Today: An Introduction to Beliefs and Rituals (Citadel Library of Mystic Arts); Author: Visit Amazon's Robin Skelton Page; Review: Your typical 101 book. It can go on the shelf next to all the other 101's and 102's, as all keep rehashing the same ol' blah that can be found on any New Age bookshelf.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Secret History of Vampires: Their Multiple Forms and Hidden Purposes; Author: Visit Amazon's Claude Lecouteux Page; Review: Yes. I have. Under a different title, "The Return of the Dead," a book that, I believe, was published before "Vampires." Claude Lecouteux gets four stars because he is brilliant, resourceful, and provides unique scholarship to overlooked, under appreciated, and shunned topics by the neo-pagan community. The missing star had to be given, because, like I said, it's too much like "Return." Many, many accounts overlap between the two books; and "Vampires," being a rather small tome, could have just as well been another part of "Return."; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Visions of Isobel Gowdie: Magic, Witchcraft and Dark Shamanism in Seventeenth-Century Scotland; Author: Visit Amazon's Emma Wilby Page; Review: Once obtaining and reading this book, all others on witchcraft pale in comparison. This is a holy text as far as I'm concerned. It's very difficult to obtain, and I had to order directly from the publisher. Seek it out: you won't regret it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cunning-Folk and Familiar Spirits: Shamanistic Visionary Traditions in Early Modern British Witchcraft and Magic; Author: Visit Amazon's Emma Wilby Page; Review: "Cunning-Folk and Familiar Spirits" provides an unofficial prequel to "The Visions of Isobel Gowdie." Do not miss out on either one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remember Mia; Author: Visit Amazon's Alexandra Burt Page; Review: I find it doubtful that "Remember Mia" will ever be overstocked or rotting away on the stacks at your local bookstore, in a desperate attempt, pleading "buy me, please! Someone!" There's no hogging the reader down with tiresome, filler "relationship drama" as Mia's parents try to cope with their daughter missing. You don't get a chapter or ten of them working on their marriage from lack of story telling. Instead, you get chapter after chapter of "Christ, what!" and never ending, nagging paranoia as to what's happened to this little girl. You can read this novel, and really imagine this sort of thing happening to you or someone you know. It unnerves--but it's not a typical thriller. What else is great is how the author weaves in characters and situations (e.g. A fictional "Nancy Grace"; and a particular parallel to gawker news stories from the mid 2000's) to add some great realism. For me, however, the best part of the novel was the ending. I wouldn't spoil the book for anyone, but will only comment that--if you're into reading the real but uncomfortable, then you'll be satisfied at the end. There's an ending for everybody that caters to nobody.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remember Mia eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's Alexandra Burt Page; Review: I find it doubtful that "Remember Mia" will ever be overstocked or rotting away on the stacks at your local bookstore, in a desperate attempt, pleading "buy me, please! Someone!" There's no hogging the reader down with tiresome, filler "relationship drama" as Mia's parents try to cope with their daughter missing. You don't get a chapter or ten of them working on their marriage from lack of story telling. Instead, you get chapter after chapter of "Christ, what!" and never ending, nagging paranoia as to what's happened to this little girl. You can read this novel, and really imagine this sort of thing happening to you or someone you know. It unnerves--but it's not a typical thriller. What else is great is how the author weaves in characters and situations (e.g. A fictional "Nancy Grace"; and a particular parallel to gawker news stories from the mid 2000's) to add some great realism. For me, however, the best part of the novel was the ending. I wouldn't spoil the book for anyone, but will only comment that--if you're into reading the real but uncomfortable, then you'll be satisfied at the end. There's an ending for everybody that caters to nobody.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Good Daughter; Author: Visit Amazon's Alexandra Burt Page; Review: I received this novel as an ARC directly from the author, and it would have been read in a day, had I not had to go to work. Alexandra Burt tops her debut novel, "Remember Mia," with this second installment of her ability at genius storytelling. Believable, monopolizing of one's interests, and shockingyou won't be able to read "just one more chapter"!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Thermaltake Purepower W0100RU 500W V2.0 with 12cm Fan Power Supply; Brand: Thermaltake; Review: This power supply is great!!! It is ultra quiet and was easy to install in my HP Media Center. I wouldn't hesitate recommending it to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neewer 58mm 2X Telephoto Lens for Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Sony,; Brand: Neewer; Review: Yes, the zoom is twice as close however the quality goes way down. When you zoom in on the picture you can easily see blurring when compared to the same shot using the cannon lens only. I will probably still use this lens when I need to get some higher magnification for bird identification or something however you will never take a shot with this lens that you would want to hang on your wall. For [...], including shipping though, I do not feel cheated in the least.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DeLorme Earthmate PN-60W Portable GPS Navigator with SPOT Satellite Communicator; Brand: Delorme; Review: I started off GeoCaching with my iPhone and life was great - right up until the point I had to walk into the trees to get the find. That thing had me tromping all over the place, at some points, up to 150' from my target. Returning to the exact same location with the PN-60W, it parked me within 3' of the cache. My buddy without a GPS located it and grabbed it while I was still making sure I know how my new fangled device worked. Another friend was standing 30' away and his iPhone 4 was certain he was standing right on top of the cache. Delorme has been making some great updates as far as Geocaching go too - I was worried after reading the reviews that I would have difficulty with this unit - boy was I wrong. It could not be any easier to load, find and log your caches. Even better is that I have the ability to switch out the data fields that I'm looking at in case I want to look at information other than what they are showing me. The small screen is also not an issue for me. It's plenty big enough and very very easy to zoom in and out. I have not yet gone head to head in a challenging environment with my friends Garmin but so far the PN-60w seems to lock on and settle into a tighter area, and the ease with which I can load up the maps and satellite images just blows what I've seen with the Garmin away. My only wish is that it had WhereIGo support.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SAPPHIRE AMD Radeon HD 6870 1GB GDDR5 PCIE Graphics Card; Brand: Sapphire Technology; Review: I was just going to buy this card until I noticed this in the rebate paperwork. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS * This promotion excludes Amazon; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SoundMAGIC Earphones with Microphone Green (ES18 Green); Brand: SoundMAGIC; Review: These earphone work just fine IF you are just sitting around. If you are planning on running with these then your every stride will be echoed loudly in your ears as the cord slaps - much like a doctors stethoscope. If you are just going to be laying in your bed watching a movie on your iPad then these seem to work fine and fit comfortably.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Magellan eXplorist GC Waterproof Geocaching GPS; Brand: Magellan; Review: For the price, this is a decent GPS. That being said however, it is worth the money to spend more. What I love about this unit: Maps come pre-loaded It holds about 13K geocaches making it quite easy to load enough for an entire trip What I don't like: There is no (known) way to load your previous finds GPS can be very sluggish updating your position; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy S5 USB 3.0 Cable (3 Feet Flat Charging Data Cable) for Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 3; Brand: Aoitun; Review: Works like a charm. The 2 pack of 3' cords is exactly what I needed and it works perfectly with my Galaxy S4.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: 'Go back to work': Outcry over deaths on Amazon's warehouse floor; Abstract: Billy Foister died last month after a heart attack at work. The incident was just one in a series of recent accidents and fatalities; Category: finance
Title: MLB umpire Joe West suing former All-Star Paul Lo Duca for claiming he took bribes; Abstract: Lo Duca, a four-time All-Star made comments on a podcast earlier this year alleging that the longtime umpire had taken bribes from a teammate.; Category: sports
Title: MLB should suspend Astros' Brandon Taubman to save the World Series; Abstract: Major League Baseball needs to step in and save the World Series. After those in leadership positions with the Houston Astros refused to use the benefit of time and hindsight to cool their emotions and make room for a simple apology, MLB will have to do their work for them and suspend assistant general manager Brandon Taubman.; Category: sports
Title: DeVos held in contempt for violating judge's order on student loans; Abstract: A federal judge on Thursday held Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in contempt of court and imposed a $100,000 fine for violating an order to stop collecting on the student loans owed by students of a defunct for-profit college.; Category: news
Title: Opinion: Astros still don't get it, and must pay a steeper price beyond firing assistant; Abstract: Astros assistant GM Brandon Taubman was fired for his expletive-laced tirade last week, but the team's reaction shows it still doesn't get it.; Category: sports
Title: Judge calls USC dad a 'thief,' gives longest prison sentence so far in college admissions scandal; Abstract: Toby MacFarlane, a California real estate executive, received six months for his actions in the college admissions scandal. It's the longest so far.; Category: news | mind |
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Title: Lilyette by Bali Women's Dream Back Smoothing Jacquard Minimizer Bra; Brand: ; Review: this bra fits great, minimizes without the "smushed" look and it is very comfortable. back smoothing is a nice touch also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angelina High Waist Boxer Briefs with Lace Accent Detail; Brand: Angelina; Review: cheap fabrications. the lace is ripping after just laundering it (not wearing it) and the darker colors are not colorfast so your hands turn black from just handling the items. don't bother.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Blue House by Hatley Women's Land Animals Jersey Pajama Pants; Brand: ; Review: i love these pj bottoms! they are cute and comfortable. i love hatley pajamas and these definitely meet expectations. they are a good quality cotton, fun to wear and super cute. definitely a rest purchase!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SCALA Women's Cotton Big Brim Hat with Inner Drawstring & UPF 50+ Rating; Brand: ; Review: bought this hat in black for me and one in oatmeal for my mother. fits great, versatile, comfortable and attractive on. I'm planning in buying more colors when the NorCal weather improves soon for spring and summer!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Women Blouse Backless Hollow Wing Back Crewneck Tops T-shirt (US12=XL, black); Brand: Angel Wings; Review: tiny tiny tiny. put it in the goodwill bin.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Retro Rewind Classic Polarized Sunglasses; Brand: Retro Rewind; Review: Inexpensive plastic wayfarers. Pretty straight forward.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fun World Women's Soft Butterfly Wings Costume Accessory, Blue, Standard; Brand: Fun World; Review: Overall it's just ok. Cheap fabric and the finger holes to extend the wings were installed improperly. I look like a damaged butterfly; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Tramontina 80120/000DS Tramontina Gourmet Stainless Steel Covered Stock Pot, 12-Quart; Brand: Tramontina; Review: Was the gift the bride asked for; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer Photo Albums CLB-346/BN Sewn Bonded Leather Bi-Directional 300 Photos Pocket Album (Brown); Brand: Pioneer Photo Albums; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenmore Canister Vacuum Cleaner, Lime 29229; Brand: Generic; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midea WHS-65LSS1 Compact Reversible Single Door Refrigerator and Freezer, 1.6 Cubic Feet, Stainless Steel; Brand: MIDEA; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (2 Pack) Plastic Microwave Plate Cover Splatter Guard with Steam Vented Clear Lid; Brand: Paragon; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cypress 4NGE5593W 90 Piece Home Embossed Monogram"W" Paper Guest Napkin; Brand: Cypress Home; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Storyteller; Author: Visit Amazon's Mario Vargas Llosa Page; Review: As a docent at the St. Louis Holocaust Museum and Learning Center, I have read numerous books on the Holocaust. Jodi Picoult's book was one of the most realistic and intense books I have ever read on this subject. I not only admire her realistic descriptions, but I was impressed with the way she connects the Holocaust with today's world. I have already recommended this book to many adult friends as well as to my teenage granddaughters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winter of the World: Book Two of the Century Trilogy; Author: Visit Amazon's Ken Follett Page; Review: What a fabulous story about WWII by excellent author, Ken Follett! Being a history buff, I know that all of the historical references are accurate. I also was impressed with the family stories that are continued from Ken Follett's Book One of his Century Trilogy, "Fall of Giants." I highly recommend this book, as well as book one, to any historical fiction lovers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Wife; Author: Visit Amazon's Alyson Richman Page; Review: Alyson Richman did a marvelous job on creating this WWII love story. I especially liked the way she told the story from both lover's viewpoints.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Husband's Secret; Author: Visit Amazon's Liane Moriarty Page; Review: This novel was a truly fascinating story. At first, it was a little difficult to keep track of the characters. It didn't take long to get totally engrossed in Moriarty's fabulous novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Invention of Wings; Author: Visit Amazon's Sue Monk Kidd Page; Review: What a fantastic book about slavery in the United States! It was cleverly written by going back and forth between the lives of the two main characters, Handful and Sarah.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Rosemorran; City: Porthleven Helston Cornwall England; Review: We have stayed at Rosemorran a number of times over the last two years. It is an excellent B&B. Penny and Robert make you most welcome, the rooms are bright, clean, very comfortable and the breakfast is excellent. Could not expect more from this type of accommodation. Would thoroughly recommend staying here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosemorran; City: Porthleven Helston Cornwall England; Review: My wife and I spent three days with Penny and Robert at Rosemorran.We have stayed here a number of times and the quality of the B&B, the breakfast, helpfulness and general hospitality always impresses and delights us. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Widefield Farm; City: Okehampton Dartmoor National Park Devon England; Review: My wife and I stayed at Little Widefield Farm and were delighted by the warmth of the welcome, helpfulness and the top-notch quality of the accommodation. The breakfast was fantastic and it was so cosy by the fire in the evening. It was just for an overnight stay en-route to Cornwall, but we will be back here again t stay for longer. Thanks so much Danielle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tintern Old Rectory B B; City: Tintern Monmouthshire South Wales Wales; Review: We just stayed one night here in a room overlooking the River Wye. The room was very comfortable and there is a lovely lounge downstairs packed with books, guidebooks and maps of the area. Ian cooked a brilliant breakfast and made us most welcome indeed. We will be back!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: East Friars; City: Hereford Herefordshire England; Review: East Friars is an informal B&B only a few minutes walk from the centre of Hereford. We were made most welcome and had excellent facilities in our room (including tea and real coffee - not instant). Very quiet with great view overlooking the river and excellent breakfast. Would strongly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Kingston ValueRAM 2GB 1066MHz DDR3 Non-ECC CL7 SODIMM Single Rank x8 Notebook Memory; Brand: Kingston; Review: Easy to install, powered down my DS1812+ installed the ram, powered it back up. Done. I haven't really pushed my DS1812+ but with this extra 2gb I'm sure whatever i throw at it, it'll handle like a champ.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WD My Passport 2TB Portable External USB 3.0 Hard Drive Storage Black (WDBY8L0020BBK-NESN); Brand: Western Digital; Review: I own several of these drives and for one simple reason they work! and they work! and they WORK! Rd/Rw speeds are fast as long as you are using it on a USB 3.0 port like any sane human being should. I have 4 of these connected to a 2012 Mac Mini, transferring files between them is very fast even when multiple streams are going. couldn't recommend these enough as a great home and portable solution for storage. Would love to see these in 3TB soon!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vizio 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar with Subwoofer and Satellite Speakers, 42 - Inch; Brand: VIZIO; Review: The bar sounds amazing. mush improved upgrade being also an owner of a Vizio VSB200 w/o the sub. The setup was flawless and easy. Smart thinking with the LCD being on the remote (more OEM's should do this) makes changing inputs easy, the soft white led light indicators on the bar itself are very easy to follow. The bluetooth pairing was quick, sound quality seemed like it improved and i was able to hear instruments in the background that before i never noticed. The sub puts out a very good "thump" (explosions feel like explosions). Now.....Why this sound bar ruined my life...joking obviously....but because everything sounds so much better I've re-watched several movies "38" to be exact just so i could see a difference and YES there is a difference. the first test was star wars 1080p Bluray DTS 5.1 ...wow. wow wow. I'll leave it at that. I'd recommend this sound bar to anyone that wants an amazing sounding home theater experience for an amazing Price and simplistic easy setup.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speck Products SeeThru Satin Soft Touch, Hard Shell Case for MacBook Air 13-Inch, Black; Brand: Speck; Review: Dark Grape Purple is just one of the colors that i like. This case gives the MacBook a definite upgrade, not that it needed it. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dell UltraSharp U3415W 34-Inch Curved LED-Lit Monitor; Brand: Dell; Review: Awesome Monitor, works great, picture quality is great. Fast Shipping.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: XtremeMac USB-SBT-11 Soma Wireless Bluetooth Speaker; Brand: XtremeMac; Review: This isn't a speaker to fill a medium or larger room with music. I bought it to listen to news casts in the bathroom while getting ready for work. It's low cost and small size fills that need perfectly. The sound is fuller than I expected. It pairs to my Galaxy S3 very quickly and there is plenty of volume and battery life. I haven't had the need for the USB or audio-in ports. Once I received a phone call while connected and that seemed to work well. I bought it for $35 + shipping (Amazon seller) and would definitely buy it again for that price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Earphones Headphones in-Ear Earbuds Headset - Earphones with Microphone and Volume Control for Android, Computer, ps4; Brand: KSINGO; Review: I would have given this a 5 star rating but what would I rate high-end ear buds costing hundreds? For the price, they are easily 5 star. They don't tangle, have somewhat longer than average cable and sound great! I do not hear the cable rustling in the ear buds like many other brands. The small, medium and large changeable buds are sized to fit virtually any ear. I would buy these again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: (OLD MODEL) Seagate Expansion 1TB Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 (STBV1000100); Brand: Seagate; Review: Device is USB 3.0 fast and typical of external HDD's, plug and play. 3TB for this price is the best deal I've found. I shopped a lot before purchasing this and and am comfortable recommending this as the best deal around. If I were to do it again, I wouldn't change my decision.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wovte Google ASUS 7 DC USB/Power/Audio/Jack Port Dual Board Replacement; Brand: Eathtek; Review: It fit like it's supposed to and already had adhesive applied to the correct side. Worked as advertised. This is an easily replaced item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ZTHY® Battery Google Asus Nexus 7 Table Pc 3.7v 4270mah/16wh Li-polymer C11-me370t; Brand: ZHRBAT; Review: Battery fit in the space provided and the cable was the right length. It works as advertised. This is an easily replaced item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cocoweb PortBlock Dual-Function Door Security Bar; Brand: Cocoweb; Review: Price is right. Product works as advertised and is plenty robust.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Flip Video Camcorder: 60-Minutes (Black) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Flip Video; Review: The microphone picked up sound amazingly well, even the bubbling of mud pots in yellowstone. I had a ball with this camera, so easy to aim, turn on and off. I had no problem using it with a mac.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple Airport Express MB321LL/A; Brand: Apple; Review: I've had two of these Airports, both have died shortly after one year in service. Set up was easy to Macs, more difficult to PCs. Networks drop, have to unplug and restart. I will be purchasing a different brand.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nikon 25851 UC-E16 USB Cable; Brand: Nikon; Review: Does what it is supposed to do, can't understand why it didn't come with camera.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple iPad 2/3/4 Case, CINEYO(TM) 360 Degree Rotating Stand Case Cover with Auto Sleep; Brand: Cineyo; Review: i love it now that 6 year old showed me how to use it. relieves hand cramps from holding it with one hand and using the other.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AVANTEK TV Simulator Light Burglar Deterrent Simulates 42-Inch TV with Timer for Home Security; Brand: AVANTEK; Review: It will be returned. You can't have a light on in the room. I like to have a lamp on a timer.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tayogo Waterproof MP3 Player, IPX8 Waterproof Headphones for Swimming, 8GB Memory Can Download 2000 Songs, Swimming; Brand: Tayogo; Review: Everything started off nice. It was easy to charge, easy to load music. I was so happy as I went walking in the water to music that I picked instead of the noise the gym plays, the sound of the hot tub and people talking. One half hour later - Nothing. Dead. I hadn't even gone under water. Took it home, tried to charge it and nothing. Pressed and held the reset button and got a blinking blue light, so I plugged it back in to charge it. Hours later and it is still dead. I'll be asking for a replacement, and if that one doesn't work, a refund.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Fintie Kindle Fire HDX 7 360 Rotating Case Cover with Auto Wake / Sleep Feature; Brand: Fintie; Review: I purchased this Fintie for my 7" HDX Kindle Fire and it fits perfectly. It's nice to be able to rotate the tablet for easy viewing. It is a well made product and I love the red color.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Cruzer CZ36 64GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive, Frustration-Free Packaging- SDCZ36-064G-AFFP; Brand: SanDisk; Review: Works great. Perfect for storing my pictures and other files.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HAVIT 5 Fans Laptop Cooling Pad for 14-17 Inch Laptop, Cooler Pad with LED Light, Dual USB 2.0; Brand: Havit; Review: I highly recommend this product to anyone who has a laptop gaming computer that runs hot. I have an older Alien laptop that i used to use both a cooling pad and a small desktop fan in back of it, but it still ran too hot. When my previous cooling pad finally gave out i ordered this product and i couldn't be happier. My Alien now runs nice and cool without an extra fan in the back. I wish I had purchased this when I first got my laptop.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Asus X540LA-SI30205P 15.6-Inch Flagship Premium Laptop (Intel Core i3-5020U 2.2GHz Processor, 4GB DDR3, 1TB HDD, Windows 10) Silver; Brand: Asus; Review: I've had this laptop for over a month and it runs as smooth as silk and as fast as lightening. It also runs very cool. I can actually put my laptop on my lap for the first time ever! No cooling pad required. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TiVo Roamio Pro 3 TB DVR (Old Version) - Digital Video Recorder and Streaming Media Player; Brand: TiVo; Review: Worked fine until today. It suddenly is making a whirring sound like there is an internal cooling fan going bad. I can't find how to get in touch with the vendor. I'll Update this feedback In The Event They resolve this problem.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Nordic Oceanfront Inn; City: Lincoln City Oregon; Review: My husband and I stayed here for our anniversary and we got the room with the spa in it. The view took our breath away, and we loved using the jacuzzi tub while listening the the waves of the ocean. The flat screen TVs where nice, and the bed was very comfortable. The beach access was amazing, one of the better beaches. Also the staff was pleasant and professional. We would recommend this hotel to anyone staying on the coast looking for a great view for great price. We look forward to coming back again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hi Tide Oceanfront Inn; City: Seaside Oregon; Review: My husband and I wanted to get away for the weekend and be able to bring our dog. I was super excited to find a oceanfront hotel that allowed pets that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Dogs are only allowed on the first floor, which worked out perfectly for us. Or room had a great view of the ocean, we only had to walk less than 1000ft and we were on the beach! Yes, the hotel is a little outdated (footprint tv, burnt yellow color bathroom) but overall worked for us. If you are looking for something fancy this is not the place for you. But if you want a convenient location (to the beach, downtown and promenade) this is a great place. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The breakfast was nothing worthy to talk about but at least they had something. All and all an average hotel, with a great view, great location and we would stay there again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Candy Cane Inn; City: Anaheim California; Review: This was a great hotel, primarily because of the location! It was about a 10 min walk to Disneylands entrance. Breakfast was included, make sure you get there early as the good stuff runs out. The rooms were well equipped with towels, and your standars hygienic needs. The hotel is a little old but well maintained. Staff was very friendly, good for our party of 9. Pool and hotub were very clean. Would recommend for a good deal, and great location for everyone visiting Disneyland!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn; City: Redding California; Review: My husband and I were driving from So Cal to Washington and needed a convenient place to sleep for the night. This hotel was a great choice, clean rooms, nice sized bathrooms and a fantastic free breakfast! The breakfast lady was also very nice and friendly. Only reason why I would not give this hotel 4 or 5 stars was because the management really needs to give the night girl at check in some support. We checked in around 930pm on a Saturday and she was swamped and very overwhelmed. She was super sweet and very professional, but please give her help!!! 5 plus people in line is unacceptable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silver Sands Oceanfront Motel; City: Rockaway Beach Oregon; Review: Was worried when we pulled in to the parking lot what this motel would entail, but we were all very pleasantly surprised! We had a kitchen in our hotel room with a stove, mini fridge,plus a microwave and was very beneficial for our stay. The rooms were spacious however the bathrooms were a tad small but manageable. The pool and hot tub were well kept. There was a sauna but that didn't work very well. The front desk lady was very helpful and was very kind to my neice. Although, the main selling point was the location! Just a few steps off of the beach! Could not beat that! My niece and nephew loved being so close to the beach, and we enjoyed being able to watch the waves in our hotel room. Overall for the price and location you can't go wrong!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Kinivo 301BN 3-Port High Speed 4K HDMI Switch With IR Wireless Remote And AC Power Adapter; Brand: Kinivo; Review: Very useful, specialy if you are using appletv; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wharfedale - Diamond 10.1 (Rosewood); Brand: Wharfedale; Review: Although they sound great, one of them came with a loose thread that produces a very disgusting vibration. Have to put a screw, that is helping in preventing the noise. Hope in works for a while; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SVS SB-1000 Subwoofer (Black Ash) – 12-inch Driver, 300-Watts RMS, Sealed Cabinet; Brand: SVS; Review: It have been difficult to set it right. The documentation doesn't help much. I have found big differences in CDs so if I have it right in one the other has to much base and I don't think I have to Be playing around each time; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Marantz PM7005 High Class Integrated Amplifier with Digital Inputs and Full Discrete Current Feedback Amplifier; Brand: Marantz; Review: It sounds great, I could plug my old CD player optically and it's a big difference. Also I'm using my old iPhone to play Spotify, again digitally and I'm very happy with the difference in sound against the RCA wire; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marantz CD6005 Hi-Fi Compact Disc Player with USB-A DAC; Brand: Marantz; Review: After 18 months it stopped runningMarantz CD6005 Hi-Fi Compact Disc Player with USB-A DAC. It doesn't even read the CD; worst CD player ever had; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Topheadwear Long Beanie - Red; Brand: TOP HEADWEAR; Review: Great for my Steve Zissou costume. Very happy!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AJs Retro Thigh High Tube Socks; Brand: AJs; Review: Used these socks for my Fionna (Adventure Time) costume. Would definitely recommend. I have chubby thighs so they didn't go much past my knees but they stayed up ALL NIGHT! Didn't have to adjust them once. They do have 3 x stripes but like others I just folded the tops down to cover the top stripe. I got the Turquoise socks as recommended by forums. The turquoise stipes are a little darker than what's pictured on Amazon. I was really happy with what I got. Great for cosplay. TIP: The foot in the socks are quite thick (sports sock fleece). I was glad I bought a half size up in my ballet flats to accommodate for the thickness.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: First Class 100% Polyester Short-Sleeve Men's Uniform Shirt Light Blue; Brand: First Class; Review: Fantastic for my Steve Zissou costume. The material is really good quality. Very happy with my purchase. Tip: the breast pockets have buttons on the outside but they are velcro underneath. I found this handy because I could get in and out of the pockets much easier. They are a decent size. I carried my iPhone 6 around in it on Halloween.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's EDS Signature Unisex Drawstring Scrub Pant Big & Tall; Brand: ; Review: My boyfriend is 6' tall so we bought the Medium Tall because we didn't want them to be too short. They were quite long. He had to re-hem them by 3-4 inches. We purchased these pants to make up a Steve Zissou Halloween costume. If you are considering buying the 'First Class 100% Polyester Short-Sleeve Men's Uniform Shirt Light Blue' ([url]) note they are different shades of blue - see picture.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SPANX Women's Shape My Day Open Bust Mid-Thigh Bodysuit; Brand: ; Review: I bought this to wear under my Halloween costume and it wasn't as tight as I was expecting but I ordered a size above just to be cautious. It was very flexible and comfy to wear and I will definitely use it again. I wore it all night and did not feel suffocated or sore, which has happened with other brands. It has an opening in the crotch for toilet stops which is handy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shoe String King Flat Shoelaces for Sneakers, Boots and Shoes - Chose your colors and size; Brand: Shoe String King; Review: Really compliments my Steve Zissou costume.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: DEPO 328-5403R3EB Scion tC CPE Passenger Side Non-Heated Power Mirror with Turn Signal Lamp; Brand: Depo; Review: Perfect factory-like fit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FRAM FCF10139 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter with Arm & Hammer; Brand: Fram; Review: I mean, it kinda gets the job done but I can't smell any fragrance like it supposedly should do since it's baby powder smell. Also, outside odors still get inside partially.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KeylessOption Keyless Entry Remote Control Car Key Fob Replacement for MOZB41TG; Brand: KeylessOption; Review: You have to program it twice. First, to be able to turn the car on. Second to open doors, or else it won't work. You only need one working key for this to be possible. It can be done at home, no need for stealerships to interviene. The quality was more than ok.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KeylessOption Keyless Entry Remote Control Car Key Fob Replacement for OHT692427AA KOBDT04A; Brand: KeylessOption; Review: Just like the factory key.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cobra CPI890 800W CPI 890 Power Inverter 800 1600 Watt Peak; Brand: Cobra; Review: Durable material, charges pretty fast.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
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Title: Walker Edison 58" Black Wood Storage TV Cabinet with Mount; Brand: Walker Edison Furniture Company; Review: We ave an entertainment center but our large old tv fit it perfectly. We have just bought a Smart TV and this fits perfectly in the center. Took a little more time than we thought to put together but love this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninja Blender/Food Processor with 450-Watt Base, 48oz Pitcher, 16oz Chopper Bowl, and 40oz Processor Bowl for Shakes,; Brand: SharkNinja; Review: Love love love this makes great smoothies!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tervis Handle, 24 oz, Red; Brand: Tervis; Review: Makes it easier to handle the cup.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tervis 1085452 Accessory Bundle-Assorted Insulated Tumbler, 24oz, Black; Brand: Tervis; Review: Love these accessories for the cups.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tervis 1100505 Guy Harvey - Pink Ribbon Turtle & Marlin Tumbler with Wrap and Pink Lid 24oz, Clear; Brand: Tervis; Review: Beautiful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tervis 1141874 Star Wars - Darth Vader Tumbler with Wrap and Black Lid 24oz, Clear; Brand: Tervis; Review: My hubby is a Star Wars person. He loved the cup!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Galaxy Note 5 Battery; Brand: iBeek; Review: You can not access the stylist case on. It would have been nice to leave a hole for the stylist. I got it charged it fully and tried to use it. It would start to charge then just stop for no reason. Tried it several times. Finally decided to return it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NETGEAR N300 WiFi Range Extender (EX2700); Brand: NETGEAR; Review: I hooked this up to my wifi and it messed up my network. Read on the Internet how it took over other people's wifi. I would not recommend this product.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NETGEAR N300 Wi-Fi Router and Range Extender Bundle; Brand: NETGEAR; Review: I hooked this up to my wifi and it messed up my network. Read on the Internet how it took over other people's wifi. I would not recommend this product.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wireless Bluetooth 4.0 Invisible in Ear Mini Headphones Headset Earphone Earpiece; Brand: Toullfly; Review: I received the Bluetooth Friday. No instructions. Charged to for about 1 and a half. Light came on to pair it with my phone (Note5). Nothing showed up on my phone to indicate the item. Tired it with a Ipod touch. Still nothing. It will be returned.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kopack FBA_K585 Anti Theft Laptop Backpack Shockproof Travel Bag Lightweight ScanSmart TSA Friendly Water Resistant Grey; Brand: kopack; Review: One of the best backpacks I have ever own. When you live in a big city you need to carry alot of things. But you want to be light and organize. This backpack checks off all boxes. The private pockets are the best. There is even a slot to attach my heads to my cell phone when I wear wired headphones. Great backpack for work. Several people at my job want one now. Would highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: The End of Dieting: How to Live for Life; Author: Joel Fuhrman M.D.; Review: Dr. Fuhrman will change the way you look at food! I had read all kinds of diet books and tried so many diets! I have read almost all of Dr. Fuhrman's books! With Dr. Fuhrman you DO NOT DIET! You learn how to be smart about what you eat, and you just eat the healthy food you learn about, feel great, and lose weight at the same time! I am a changed person! I don't view food the way I used to anymore! My refrigerator does not store the junk food I was feeding my family and myself. Read this book and you'll know what I am talking about. Dr. Fuhrman is my hero, and he opened the door to an entirely new view of foods for us. I recommend his books to all I care about and to those who read this review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Animals:Guess the Animal Kids Book: 65 Real Animal Photos with Interesting Fun Facts (Guess and Learn Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Selena Dale Page; Review: Our two year old seemed to love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wall Street Journal Complete Money and Investing Guidebook (Wall Street Journal Guidebooks); Author: Visit Amazon's Dave Kansas Page; Review: You'll learn a lot. Great book for an investor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple Cider Vinegar: Miracle Health System (Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Miracle Health System: With the Bragg Healthy Lifestyle); Author: Patricia Bragg; Review: I love the apple cider vinegar, and bought this book to learn more about other uses, but have not had chance to read through it yet, if it's by Bragg then it has to be good, the product is good, so the book about it must be good too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bragg Vegetarian Health Recipes eBook; Author: Paul C. Bragg; Review: have not tried any of the recipes yet! but I assume they'll be good, I love the Bragg products.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rick Steves Europe Planning Map: Including London, Paris, Rome, Venice, Florence, Amsterdam, Vienna & Prague City Maps; Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Steves Page; Review: Great map, very durable paper like material. Love it! Have not travelled with it yet, but won't leave with it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Song Cook's; City: Mississauga, ON; Review: This place has awesome jajangmyun sauce and the best soon tofu vegetarian soup. The restaurant is pretty and is open space with a lot of room. They also have a fried rice dish with egg, chicken and cabbage which my partner enjoyed. The quality and portion size is worth the price. I took off a star because there was only one server for the entire busy restaurant.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planta Queen; City: Toronto, ON; Review: I'm thrilled that there's a high end vegan restaurant in Toronto. The ambiance is gorgeous, the staff is attentive and friendly. The general lee cauliflower is something I highly recommend. I also really enjoyed the potato and truffle dumplings, and the sausage bao. The rainbow roll is a must order. It is the best vegan sushi I've ever had. The chocolate cake for dessert is a must order. The textures were great. The ramen was okay, and the mushroom bao is something I probably wouldn't order again (I would choose the sausage bao over it). I highly recommend this restaurant for a special celebration, or for a company lunch or dinner. I came here for brunch (only on sundays) and I would love to come here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Everest Hakka House; City: Etobicoke, ON; Review: The mixed vegetable Manchurian was awesome! I ordered medium which was spicy, sweet and a bit tangy and so good. The vegetable Hakka noodles were also very good. Our server was friendly and professional. Great value and there's a ton of items on the menu.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DeCourses Café; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Cute cafe near Humber. I highly recommend this place for students. The bread is awesome and vegan. I had the mushroom melt without the cheese. The serving is big, and I think it's good value. I do wish there was more vegan items on the menu for food. They do have bubble tea with dairy alternatives so I'll definitely have to go back for that!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prairie Girl Bakery; City: Toronto, ON; Review: I've done delivery with prairie girl and they are awesome. I received my order on time, and my coworkers enjoyed all the vegan cupcakes. I ordered the red velvet, Oreo, vanilla and chocolate vegan cupcakes. They were all but free and vegan which was a great choice for a pot luck. Everyone loved them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Tibet Restaurant; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Very clean restaurant and it has outdoor seating. Service is friendly. Their veggie momos are unique (the dough is green). They're really good, and their hot sauce is awesome. My boyfriend thought his chicken chilli was a bit on the oily side, but it was okay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bobbette & Belle; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Very cute place for pastrties. The almond croissant is light and flaky. The fudge cupcake was incredible. The place is beautifully decorated and has a French country look. The lemonades were a bit expensive for what you get. I would recommend taking your mom here for a sweet treat.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mahjong Bar; City: Toronto, ON; Review: This place has awesome drinks. I really enjoyed the tropic thunder and party trick cocktails which were sweet and refreshing. I had the smashed cucumber and the spring rolls which were super expensive, but were good. My friend had the beef noodle bowl and fried chicken which she really enjoyed and was a better value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bang Bang Ice Cream and Bakery; City: Toronto, ON; Review: Prices are great if you're just getting single or double scoop ice cream without the cookie. I love that they have vegan options. The vegan caramel was okay, but next time I'll stick with vanilla. Don't be intimidated by the line up, it moves pretty fast.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pursuit OCR; City: Etobicoke, ON; Review: We had an amazing time at our company team builder. The place is much bigger and more awesome than what you see in photos. Thanks Sebastian for the tour! I highly recommend this place for large groups. We had a ton of laughs, and the experience definitely brought the team closer together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Best Western Fredericksburg; City: Fredericksburg Virginia; Review: The room keys did not work. Could not control temperature. Room decor was hideous. Everything screamed cheap, cheap. Best WEstern can do better"; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Disney s Caribbean Beach Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: Stayed here several years ago. Liked it then. This time, the room looked tired, The carpet felt wet and smelled musty. The bathroom smelled of urine.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Motel 6 Roanoke VA; City: Roanoke Virginia; Review: Clean,well maintained,friendly helpful staff. Slightly lumpy bed. Would stay there again. Convenient location off I 581. Very quiet for being convenient to the airport. After a long trip and stays in several motels / hotels, I consider this to be a very good value. I would certainly stay here again. Thumbs up!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wingate by Wyndham Streetsboro Cleveland Southeast; City: Streetsboro Ohio; Review: After spending a week on the road and staying in a variety of hotels / motels, I must say this was refreshing. The desk clerk was very polite and seemed genuinely interested in making certain our stay was enjoyable, helpings us get a room on the first floor and recommending a good restaurant nearby. The facility was by clean and quiet. The complimentary breakfast was a pleasant surprise. A large selection of cereals,muffins,cereals,yogurt,scrambled eggs,waffles,and good coffee. The attendant made certain that the tables were cleaned immediately after a guest left and kept the breakfast bar well stocked. We would certainly stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Los Gatos A Greystone Hotel; City: Los Gatos California; Review: After a week of being in a different place every night,we checked in to this oasis for one night. After only a few hours in our beautiful room, we decided to stay another night. Everything has been thought of. Our king suite was spacious and tastefully decorated. The staff was very helpful and courteous. We agreed we should have stayed at Hotel Los Gatos for the week . Can't say enough about the hotel and the town of Los Gatos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: San Simeon Lodge; City: San Simeon San Luis Obispo County California; Review: Stayed here because it was the only room available. 70's era TV set ,weak cable,poor internet. Cheap and we got what we paid for. Not the worst , but way below average. Had an Elvis impersonator in the lounge Doing singalong.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Disney s Polynesian Village Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: This is one of the original hotels at Disneyworld. It has been updated and is very clean and well-run. The location is on the monorail which makes getting around much easier,plus you are within sight of the Magic Kingdom. The rooms are spacious,clean and well-appointed,but not luxurious. This is a good choice for a family. Have stayed here before and would not hesitate to stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Baltimore White Marsh; City: White Marsh Maryland; Review: Stayed in a Garden Inn in Florence,Sc. Very impressed. Sought out another Garden Inn. Another great stay on our way home from Florida. Clean,well-run hotel. The room was comfortable and quiet. Everything worked. No excuses or apologies. As with the other Garden Inn, the entire operation was professional,courteous, friendly. Would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Florence; City: Florence South Carolina; Review: After spending 2 weeks staying in another chain's hotels, the Hilton Garden Inn was a pleasant surprise. Very clean, staff very courteous, could not do enough for us, as if we were their only guests. Had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. Very good. The overall atmosphere is a very well-run, professional operation. For our stay the next night we made certain we stayed in a Hilton Garden Inn. Another winner. Hilton Garden Inn is our new "go to" hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wyndham Reef Resort; City: East End Grand Cayman Cayman Islands; Review: Beautiful facility,immaculate inside and out. Great food . The thing that sets the Wyndham Reef way above others is the people. Every staff member does everything they can to make your stay enjoyable. Pleasant, polite,friendly and genuinely helpful. A wonderful experience. Would come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caribou Inn Convention Center; City: Caribou Maine; Review: Spent 4 nights during a racing event. Room was comfortable. The roll away bed was old and sagged. Convenient to track for Loring Speed Trials. Discount meals for racers. Would stay here again during next Racing event.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Danford s Hotel Marina; City: Port Jefferson Long Island New York; Review: Sanford’s was recommended by a relative. We enjoyed a Delicious lunch on a beautiful day. Service was very good. Would come here again. Took the ferry ride over from Bridgeport. Danfords is next to the ferry dock. A beautiful,large old hotel in excellent condition. Perfect for a quick getaway.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel Aran; City: Hemmingen Lower Saxony; Review: I booked this last minute due to other hotels in area full due to busy exhibition . I then read reviews and feared the worse. thankfully upon arrival the host and hostess made me feell very welcome , I arrived 21.30hours and requeste some food if possible and immediately was delivered with salami, 3 types of cheese and bread, perfect with a cold beer. The room was bigger than I expected with two very comfy single beds, wooden floor desk tv shower toilet , very happy. Breakfast again was a very pleasant surprise and all very good. I AGREE with other reviews..the rate per night exceeds the standard I paid €240 for one night but I cannot blame the host and hostess as the rates are simpley supply and demand during the exhibition week. I will definitely return next month as I need to attend another fair in hannover ..i look forward to seeing you again..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bonnington Guest House; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: from the moment I arrived late Friday evening, the house impresses almost as much as the cheerful reception I was greeted with by the owner Gill. I stayed 2 nights in the attic room ,(double bed with ensuite -supplied with coffee and tea facilities and also cookies!) which was perfect for myself. After reading the reviews of the cooked breakfast I made sure I attended both mornings even though Sunday was a struggle and I arrived 2 minutes before closing time , but again after my apology , nothing was too much trouble for Gill and her friend who helps out at breakfast. The food is pining hot and cooked to perfection , with an array of cereals fruits, yoghurts , extra coffee unlimited toast and then the great fry up...set me up for my long drive back to Uk on the Sunday. As I mentioned the house is beautiful and the owner makes you feel so welcome and assisted with directions for the local area and nthing was too much trouble...As and when I return , I will definitely try to reserve a room here , value for money was excellent!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Linden Hall; City: Westport County Mayo Western Ireland; Review: We have just returned from a Friday and Saturday night stay 19-20 June at Linden Hall. We stayed in room two , which was lovely and spacious with a very large bed and very comfy! Room was really nice but I have to say the breakfast was fantastic! We stayed with family and friends so we had four rooms here and everyone said the hosts and rooms were great and all enjoyed the brekkie in the morning after visiting many of the pubs the night before. Location is fab only a couple of minutes walk to all the shops bars and restaurants on offer, beautiful town and great live entertainment in all pubs we visited .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Manoir Saint Eloi; City: Noyon Oise Hauts de France; Review: I have travelled on business for the last 18 years all over Europe and resided in 2-5 star accommodation subject to availability. This first trip to this region in France my colleague identified this hote for two nights accommodation. Upon arrival you are met by a beautiful building and hope that what lies within the exterior matches ones expectations- This hotel does not let you down once you go through the door. I was greeted at reception by a charming cheerful lady ( albeit circa 8pm at night) who quickly checked me in and I went to my room 203. The grandeur of this room ( based on a three star grading) blew me away - absolutely gorgeous interior and very opulent! The bathroom look as they have had a refurb amd were very modern in contrast to the bedroom but this work’s superbly well and again the interior design should warrant this hotel with min 4 star grading. I then visited the hotel restaurant- which can only be described as a culinary fantastic experience. From the exceptional customer service from the ladies and gentleman that were waiting on to the mouthwatering meals delivered by the very talented chef!!! I even requested an iron at 930 to ensure my work shirts were all organised for the morning ahead and the very polite staff offered to provide laudry service for the very next morning! This fantastic hotel one which i will return to Must be your place to reserve when in this area ! Well done to the proprietors - you have a winning formula and I will certainly see you again when I return to this region in France !! Superb !!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cabo Verde Hotel; City: Nea Makri Marathon East Attica Region Attica; Review: I arrived her 3rd April around 22:50 hrs amd enquired if the restaurant was still open .The young lady advised it will be open till 23:00 and enquired if i wished for a drink whilst i select a meal .. this was duly served within 15 mins and was greatly appreciated. The supervisor at reception enquired if I wished for an early alarm call at 0530 i said yes please and he replied that a coffee and cake/express breakfast would be available for me and my colleague. Great customer service !! The bed and cushions were one of the most comfortable I have ever slept in ! I do a lot of business travel and frequented many 5 star hotels that need to source this hotels bed and cushions suppliet! We were away for one night and duly returned to this hotel on the 5th.. again new persons greeted us at 10:00 am and the excellent customer service is witnessed through ALL members of staff , it truly is testament to the unity of these people and really makes a difference!! The rooms are modern , the location and views are over the sea and harbour are stunning .. the pool area is amazingly inviting even if the weather was only 14 degrees! I tried a pizza and it wa sgreat quality and very good value .. Would i stay here again ... in a heartbeat! I did use the gym , it was a tad compact but perfectly balanced and consisted of a treadmill , a cross trainer , and two cycle machines along with a few free weights etc .. definitely did the job for one hour C.V. Great hotel , managed superbly well, amd has all the facilities you will require not too forget the amazing view !!! Book it , do not regret it !; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Witching Hour (Lives of the Mayfair Witches, #1); Author: Anne Rice; Genres: history, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: I enjoyed this book up until the last 100 or so pages. I loved the way that she went about revealing the history of the Mayfair family, the descriptions of New Orleans and all the architectural details; it made me jealous that I don't live in a house like that. The plot, character development, etc. was great until almost the very end. Then the story was taken in a completely different direction - Lasher is successful and Rowan, who is supposed to be the strongest of all the witches in both power and will gives in to his temptations and becomes almost sympathetic towards him. She abandons love and friendship and instead, decides (rather stupidly) that she's going to go into it alone and try to trick him. This results in the loss of her and Michael's child and her abandonment of him after he attempts to fight Lasher. I found this to stray hideously from her character throughout the rest of the story. There's a previous comment on here that says something along the lines of Anne Rice deciding at this point to make a second book, and although it seems that way there are certainly hints of the conclusion (Michael and Rowan's previous experiences with abortions, the dreams Rowan is having, the fact that Michael keeps getting the feeling everything is planned, etc.) which don't really justify the ending, but at least show that it was conceived to be the ending before the story was in its final pages. I think that this was unnecessary in order for a sequel to occur... there are many other ways that Rice could've taken the story and I just have an immense dislike for the way it was carried out. The ending was the only real problem I had with the book and otherwise I sincerely enjoyed it and found the writing to be splendid. I am reading the other books in the series in hope of the Rowan achieving some sort of redemption (although so far I'm disappointed in that area).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Song of Kali; Author: Dan Simmons; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I really liked this book up until about the very end. It was fast paced and had all the elements that an excellent horror story should have. However, I was disappointed at the ending. I feel that Simmons didn't really take the time to explain what had just happened in the rest of the book. It left me feeling confused. Of course, there are things you can infer from the story, although not as many as I would like. Perhaps if I read some of the other reviews, it'll clear up my confusion. Also, I didn't care for the snide remark that the main character says about Stephen King, but that's just a matter of personal preference. Maybe it was meant to be a joke and I didn't get it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sharp Objects; Author: Gillian Flynn; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Most books I never really feel inclined to give a review on but having just finished this book I feel the need to express my thoughts on it. I absolutely adored this story for several reasons. The first and foremost was how downright creepy it was. The strange mother-daughter relationship that was almost passed down through generation and the eerie similarities between those relationships. The teeth in the dollhouse was probably the largest creep-factor though (same with the carpet made of hair) and I love how the author hints at these subtly throughout the book with Amma's mention of how she likes the ivory floors and how it's a shame they don't make them anymore, and how Lily's hair reminds her of the carpet in Camille's old room. I also liked how it was a book about a self-harmer but the emphasis wasn't necessarily on the self-harm or hospital visits and the like. It's refreshing to hear a story of someone who's done these things in the past but still struggles with them in the present - resisting the urge while trying to live a normal life. It pissed me off that the cop decided he wanted nothing to do with her after seeing her scars, but sadly that's something that does happen and it makes the story that much better that Camille didn't have the perfect fairy tale ending with the guy (who actually seemed to be quite an ass hole throughout the whole story and not just at that part). The relationship between Camille, Curry, and Eileen was parental and was made obvious in the beginning of the story but I think that it was at least some what of a happy ending that she has two people in her life substituting for the mother and father she never had. The bond between her and John through similar struggles and the desire to punish themselves is true to real life: sometimes people that have both gone through tough things can find comfort in each other (in other ways than sex, of course). Finally, I loved the plot twists. From a little bit before half-way through (a little bit before Camille starts to suspect her mother) it was obvious that Adora was being set up in the story as the perpetrator of the crimes although it wasn't necessarily known to the characters at the time. This solution seemed to simple to me, however, and my brain would jump from Amma to Adora to even Adora's mother at one point (perhaps she wasn't really dead?) but that was only in passing. To have it turn out to be Adora and Amma, who was under the sick influence of her mother was an interesting end although it was not entirely surprising (the dollhouse thing was a surprise though, and so was the fact that John had suspected Amma). Overall I thoroughly enjoyed the story and towards the end it kept me reading on until I was finished.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lasher (Lives of the Mayfair Witches, #2); Author: Anne Rice; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I feel as if this book would be so much better without the rampant pedophilia/incest, and without the character of Mona entirely. Out of anything that bothered me in the book her character bothered me the most. I read on to find out what would happen to Michael, to Rowan, and if Lasher would be destroyed, not to force myself through countless pages of a pompous conceited 13 year old girl whine about how she's smarter than everyone else and plan the seduction of her cousin's husband. I don't see how including that has any bearing on the story as a whole and it seemed to be thrown in as page filler and to give the story opportunities to go back to Michael, and to demoralize his character at that. I could rant on about all the things wrong with her and the entire situation but that would be pointless. I do enjoy Anne Rice's style of writing and I love how she incorporates the history within the story which to me adds another layer to it. I found the story continued to be intriguing; minus the parts I already mentioned. According to some other reviews this isn't her best work and that gives me hope to finish reading the series and more of her books in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Houses Without Doors; Author: Peter Straub; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: The only story in this that made it worth reading was the second to last one. It was the only one that really kept my interest for a long period of time. The rest of the stories just felt odd and disjointed, with no real story line or conclusion.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flesh and Bone (Body Farm #2); Author: Jefferson Bass; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I loved the first book, but half of this book seemed to be a pro-evolution rant. I get that the author might be frustrated with people who don't believe in evolution but including that as one of the main focuses of the book didn't add anything to the story. If anything, it took away from the actual plot which is what I was interested in reading. The end seemed kind of random without much build up (although it did make sense). It just felt like a cop out to me. The authors spent more time focusing on evolution (which didn't really have anything to do with either of the killers) instead of building up the evidence. Hopefully the next book will be better and more centered on the actual crime(s).; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: End of Watch (Bill Hodges Trilogy, #3); Author: Stephen King; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Overall a great book that I devoured in a day or so. The ending was a bit sad, but I should know better than to expect a happy ending from Stephen King. I think I got through this one a bit faster than the others because there had already been foreshadowing in the other books as to what was going to happen and there was more of a supernatural element in this book which the others in the series were lacking. I would definitely recommend this series (:; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fireman; Author: Joe Hill; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I consider this to be one of my favorite Joe Hill books so far. I liked his others but none of them kept me up late trying to finish the story with perhaps the exception of Horns. As usual he delivered a unique concept instead of the general trite themes and monsters found in other horror novels. There were some weak points to the book, mostly that it was a bit long when it could've been shortened a bit if it hadn't rambled on, putting the characters in one miserable situation after the next. It became tiresome after a while. I know that in general horror stories usually lack a happy ending, but after all that the characters went through, I just wanted them to catch a break for once. SPOILERS It was a bit obvious that the island was a big sham to me not long after they began the discussion of going to it since in the rest of the novel nothing had gone as planned, and the story kind of ends on a note where nothing has really been resolved and the characters are still trying to figure out where to go and what to do. I don't think the bit with the cat was necessary. It became just another symbol of hope that was dashed soon after it appeared. What's the point of that? In my opinion, it would've been better if the cat had lived and they had found a place to live (even if it wasn't the island) or if the cat was just removed from the story altogether. I don't see a reason to insert a symbol into the story just to reinforce the already obvious idea that nothing is going to work out as it should. I also don't like that the Fireman became a martyr at the end. What was the purpose of the love between him and Harper if he was just going to go up in flames like his former wife - his wife who had already committed an act of heroism and quite literally went out in a blaze of fire. In the beginning of the book he seems to be this larger than life character, and I'm fine with the fact that he turned out to be just your average guy who happens to be able to control flames if he so desires. However, I feel that if Hill was going to kill him off it should've been in a more dignified way than being shot in the stomach after he'd already survived so much. In all honesty I don't think he should've died at all. Even though the book was supposed to end on a somewhat hopeful note, the fact that the character who the novel is named for doesn't make it after all that's happened leaves me as a reader feeling rather hopeless and unsatisfied with the ending. Overall I did enjoy the story, and I'm mostly nitpicking on things toward the end that I felt could've been done better. I highly recommend it - but not; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Cathedral (Department 18, #1); Author: L.H. Maynard; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: My rating for this book fluctuates between 3 and 4 stars. There were a lot of things that I liked about it, but I feel like there were also a lot of elements that were confused or thrown in at the last minute. An example of this being the writer character who seemingly came in last minute in order to give backstory to what was happening. Another being that the physical church building wasn't considered the source of the evil until the last bit of the book (up until then it was the mansion) without any real explanation. Yes they referenced the church multiple times throughout the book but I just felt that as for the physical building it was ignored until the very end. The ending seemed a bit rushed after a big build up of this terrible evil and was kind of a let down. I suppose that I'll have to read the other books in the series to get closure/explanation on the events that happened.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Multiple Houses on Fire After Plane Crashes in NJ; Abstract: At least two houses are on fire in Colonia, New Jersey, after a plane crash, according to the Colonia Fire Department. A Cessna 414 crashed into a home on Berkley Avenue at 11 a.m. Tuesday, according to the FAA. The FAA will conduct an investigation into the cause of the crash. The number of people aboard and their conditions are unknown. The area is a heavy residential area with tree-lined streets. News 4's Dennis Protsko, who is part of the...; Category: news
Title: The 50 Best One-Hit Wonders of All Time; Abstract: Not every successful artist stays successful. Here are the best one-hit wonders from the 1950s all the way through the 2000s.; Category: music
Title: 4 Reasons You Should See Your Gynecologist Every Year; Abstract: Even if you don't need a Pap smear.; Category: health
Title: Kelly Ripa Channeled 'Old Town Road' for Halloween; Abstract: Halloween is not just for kids. Some beloved television hosts got into the spirit this holiday and dressed up in some iconic outfits. Ellen kicked things off on Wednesday as she was makin' money moves dressed as Cardi B, but she called herself "Cardi E." The Bronx rapper even surprised the daytime host for a meta meeting of the minds. The "Good Morning America" hosts hustled it all the way back to the 1970s as they channeled the beloved disco era of New York City and the heyday of Studio 54.; Category: entertainment
Title: Trump Tax Return Case Confronts Supreme Court With a Momentous Choice; Abstract: In a matter of days, President Trump will ask the Supreme Court to rule on his bold claim that he is absolutely immune from criminal investigation while he remains in office. If the court agrees to hear the case, its decision is likely to produce a major statement on the limits of presidential power and to test the independence of the court itself. Mr. Trump has been the subject of countless investigations and lawsuits since he...; Category: news
Title: 13-year-old survivor in Mexico attack hid siblings in bushes; Abstract: Three American women and six children were killed after they were attacked by gunmen believed to be with one of Mexico's cartels; Category: news
Title: Judge strikes down new Trump rule on religious objections; Abstract: NEW YORK (AP) A federal judge on Wednesday struck down a new Trump administration rule that could open the way for more health care workers to refuse to participate in abortions or other procedures on moral or religious grounds. U.S. District Judge Paul A. Engelmayer said the U.S. Health and Human Services Department overstepped its authority and went beyond existing law in issuing the rule. He also said that the measure could be costly,...; Category: news
Title: Venting can be super healthy until 1 common pitfall gets in the way; Abstract: As much as we get a feel-good release when we're complaining about our boss, we need to put a time limit on our venting sessions. Here's why.; Category: health
Title: The Before-And-After Photos of This Man Who's Three Years Sober Will Amaze You; Abstract: Alcohol was destroying Kenny Dunn's life. Now three years clean, his sobriety progression photos and the inspiring story behind them are going viral.; Category: health
Title: Airline Apologizes After False Hijack Alarm Causes Dozens of Flight Delays; Abstract: "Nothing has happened, all passengers are safe and sound waiting to fly soon. We deeply apologize."; Category: travel
Title: Holocaust survivor under guard amid death threats; Abstract: Liliana Segre, 89, is assigned two police officers in Italy after hundreds of anti-Semitic messages.; Category: news
Title: Man loses 176 pounds to become a cop; Abstract: Romar Lyle got his degree in investigative forensics, but needed to lose weight to become a police officer. So he lost 176 pounds.; Category: video
Title: Meghan Markle Says That Archie Has Two Teeth and Is Crawling; Abstract: The cutest? Or the cutest ever?; Category: lifestyle
Title: 18 things flight attendants wish you would stop doing; Abstract: From crowding the galley to walking around barefoot, here are things people do on a plane that are frustrating for these airline pros.; Category: travel
Title: 'We're standing by it': Sheriff doubles down on 'In God We Trust' decals after atheist group's complaint; Abstract: A Florida sheriff doubled down on his defense of a new decal on patrol cars that says, "In God We Trust," after a group of atheists complained.; Category: news
Title: Groom Makes The Most Heartfelt Vows To His 9-Year-Old Stepdaughter; Abstract: Jimmy Gisondi made not one, but two sets of vows on his wedding day: first to his new wife, Kelsea, then to his new stepdaughter, Olivia.; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Louisiana heads into November runoff for governor's race; Abstract: Edwards came just shy of the 50% needed to win Saturday's "jungle" primary outright; Category: news
Title: NLCS Game 4: Nationals complete sweep to clinch first-ever World Series appearance; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: LeBron James addresses 'tough situation' after China backlash; Abstract: LeBron James made headlines with his remarks Monday about China, Hong Kong and a pro-Hong Kong tweet, some would say for all the wrong reasons.; Category: sports
Title: Silver: China requested for Rockets' Morey to be fired; Abstract: NBA commissioner Adam Silver talks about the Daryl Morey controversy.; Category: sports
Title: Hours before passing, Elijah Cummings signed subpoenas directed to two US immigration agencies; Abstract: In one of his last official acts before his death, the late House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings signed two subpoenas for documents related to a temporary end to a policy change that allowed some immigrants with severe health issues to remain in the US.; Category: news
Title: Gabbard hits back at 'queen of warmongers' Clinton; Abstract: Presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) did not hold back Friday when responding to 2016 nominee Hilary Clinton's suggestion that she is the "favorite of the Russians" for 2020, excoriating the former secretary of State as "the queen of warmongers" and "personification of the rot that has sickened the Democratic Party."; Category: news
Title: Cowboys run over Eagles, take 1st in NFC East with 37-10 win; Abstract: Ezekiel Elliott ran over safety Malcolm Jenkins on his way to 111 yards and a touchdown, Dak Prescott threw an easy scoring pass on a great fake to his star running back before a TD run and the Cowboys rolled to a 37-10 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night. The Cowboys (4-3) won with the NFC East lead on the line while ending a three-game losing streak that followed their 3-0 start and clouded high...; Category: sports
Title: Fake Facebook Ad Claiming Lindsey Graham Backs the Green New Deal is Actually a Test for Zuckerberg; Abstract: "It just shows you that only is Facebook not enforcing any kind of truth in advertising, there's no tools for people to get it to the fact-checkers that I can see and people believe it," the man behind the fake 90-second ad told Newsweek.; Category: news
Title: Former US Senator Kay Hagan dead at 66; Abstract: Former U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan, a one-time Capitol Hill intern who went on to become North Carolina's first Democratic female senator, died Monday at her Greensboro home. She was 66.; Category: news
Title: Nunes Aide Is Leaking the Ukraine Whistleblower's Name, Sources Say; Abstract: A top aide to Rep. Devin Nunes has been providing conservative politicians and journalists with information and misinformation about the anonymous whistleblower who triggered the biggest crisis of Donald Trump's presidency, two knowledgeable sources tell The Daily Beast.; Category: news
Title: 40 conservative groups sign ethics complaint against Pelosi; Abstract: A coalition of conservative groups have filed an ethics complaint against Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), arguing among other charges that she has usurped authority from the executive branch by "weaponiz[ing]" the impeachment process.In a complaint to the Office of Congressional Ethics, 40 conservative groups led by Jenny Beth Martin of Tea Party Patriots Action wrote to board chairman David Skaggs arguing that a vote scheduled for this week...; Category: news
Title: Florida air show crash: Pilot killed when plane crashes; Abstract: An airplane crashed Friday afternoon at an air show in Florida, killing the pilot, Martin County Sheriff William Snyder said.; Category: news
Title: Zimbabwean girl, 11, says she wrestled crocodile, gouged out eyes to save 9-year-old friend: report; Abstract: An 11-year-old Zimbabwean girl claims she wrestled a crocodile and gouged out its eyes to save her 9-year-old friend last week, according to a local report.; Category: news
Title: What Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson Told Each Other After Patriots-Ravens; Abstract: Tom Brady offered credit where it was due Sunday night in Baltimore. The Ravens handed Brady and the Patriots their first loss of the season in Week at M amp T Bank Stadium. The primetime; Category: sports
Title: 'Do your job!': Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul demands media reveal whistleblower's identity; Abstract: Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul called on the media to report the whistleblower's identity: "I say tonight to the media, do your job and print his name."; Category: news
Title: New Mexico DE Nahje Flowers dies at 21; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: The Woman Who Flipped Off Trump Has Won an Election in Virginia; Abstract: The cyclist who lost her job after giving the middle finger to President Trump's motorcade has found a new one after running for local office and ousting a Republican supervisor in Loudoun County, Va., on Tuesday. The cyclist, Juli Briskman, had been active in local politics before, but in October 2017 she lifted that one specific finger to make a point and ended up gaining the national spotlight. Mr. Trump had just finished a round of golf at...; Category: news
Title: RHOP's Monique Samuels Charged With Assault After Incident With Candiace Dillard; Abstract: RHOP's Monique Samuels Charged With Assault After Incident With Candiace Dillard; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Democratic debate, impeachment inquiry deadlines: 5 things to know Tuesday; Abstract: The fourth Democratic debate will feature 12 candidates, subpoena deadlines in the Turmp impeachment inquiry arrive and more news to know Tuesday.; Category: news
Title: What Elijah Cummings' death means for impeachment; Abstract: The passing of House Oversight Chairman Elijah Cummings leaves a vacancy in the leadership of the congressional impeachment inquiry.; Category: news
Title: Tamron Hall says she 'never dealt' cocaine after reports say she confessed to doing so; Abstract: Tamron Hall issued a statement in response to the Daily Mail reporting that she confessed to facilitating the sale of cocaine as a teenager.; Category: tv
Title: Lori Loughlin's Daughters No Longer Enrolled at USC; Abstract: Lori Loughlin's Daughters No Longer Enrolled at USC; Category: tv
Title: Martha Stewart says Felicity Huffman looks 'schlumpy' in prison; Abstract: Martha said the actress needs to up her style while in the slammer.; Category: tv
Title: Mitch McConnell snubbed by Elijah Cummings' pallbearer in handshake line at U.S. Capitol ceremony; Abstract: A pallbearer appeared to refuse to shake Mitch McConnell's hand as Rep. Elijah Cummings was lying in state at the Capitol.; Category: news
Title: Property Brothers' J.D. Scott Marries Annalee Belle in Vintage Theatre-Themed Wedding; Abstract: J.D. Scott is Married! Third Property Brother Ties Knot; Category: tv
Title: Why President Trump's kids are probably celebrating his move to Florida; Abstract: The No. 1 reason billionaires decide to move.; Category: finance
Title: Chrissy Teigen's Mom and Dad Are Getting Divorced; Abstract: Chrissy Teigen's parents are calling it quits after being married for quite some time.; Category: tv
Title: 'We've had a lot of questions': Family looking for answers in ASU student's death; Abstract: The family of an Arizona State University student found dead in his room on campus is opening up about their sudden and puzzling loss. Ivan Aguirre's death remains a mystery to his family members, who are searching for answers as they focus on the positive impact he had on the world. "Ivan lived a full life. For somebody who was here 20 years, he lived a full life. He really did," said Paul Aguirre, Ivan's uncle. Ivan would have been 21 next...; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Marvel Captain America Men's Marvel Tank Top; Brand: ; Review: Gift; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marvel The Punisher Men's No-Sweat Tank Top; Brand: ; Review: Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yantu Stainless Steel Crystal Tragus Earring Labret Monroe Lip Barbell Stud Body Piercing 10pcs; Brand: Yantu; Review: LOVE these!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JewelrieShop Rhinestones Crystal Ball Stud Earrings Set Fireball Disco Ball Pave Bead Earrings Hypoallergenic for Teen Girls Women; Brand: JewelrieShop; Review: Gift; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BMC 8pc Mens Fashion Alloy Metal 1.5 in. Metallic Colored Skinny Tie Bar Clips; Brand: b.m.c; Review: Gift; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tiger Anime Faux Animal Hood Hoods Mittens Gloves Scarf Spirit Paws Ears; Brand: HatButik.; Review: Perrrrrfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Mercenaries; Author: Angela Knight; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Reading another Angela Knight book is I must say a very nice experience. I have yet to be disappointed by anything that I have read of hers. This book is no exception. 3 different stories with the same group of people. Mercenaries all. Nathan, Sebastion and Cassidy never seem to realize that they were looki for love until it bites them on the ass. Without giving the story away suffice it to say they are never the same again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Afraid; Author: Jack Kilborn; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book was awesome. Maybe I am a little crazy, but it wasn't scary to me. I thought it was very suspenseful an har to put down. Made me want to check that all my doors were locked .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prey (Shifters, #4); Author: Rachel Vincent; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Back Cover Blurb: Sometimes playing cat and mouse is no game... Play? Right. My Pride is under fire from all sides, my father's authority is in question and my lover is in exile. Which means I haven't laid eyes on Marc's gorgeous face in months. And with a new mother and an I-know-everything teenager under my protection, I don't exactly have time to fantasize about ever seeing him again. Then our long-awaited reunion is ruined by a vicious ambush by strays. Now our group is under attack, Marc is missing and I will need every bit of skill and smarts to keep my family from being torn apart. Forever. First, I must say that this is her best Shifter book to date. Action, suspense, blood, sweat and tears, this book has it all. Rachel Vincent has proven herself again with her wonderful characters and enthralling storyline. With every story Faythe grows up a little more. With Prey, she was thrust full force into being an Alpha. Other experiences were just rehearsals for this book. She proves in this book that she has what it takes to run the Pride after her father. I laughed, cried and was angry right along with Faythe. I enjoyed this book immensly. Intriguing stories like this are exactly why Rachel Vincent is a New York Times Bestselling Author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hint of Wicked (James Family, #1); Author: Jennifer Haymore; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: What happens when a lady desires not one man, but two? CAUGHT BETWEEN DUTY AND DESIRE... Sophie, the Duchess of Calton, has finally moved on. After seven years mourning the loss of her husband, Garrett, at Waterloo, she has married his best friend and heir, Tristan. Sophie gives herself to him body and soul...until the day Garrett returns from the Continent, demanding his title, his lands-and his wife. TORN BETWEEN TWO HUSBANDS... Now Sophie must choose between her first love and her new love, knowing that no matter what, her choice will destroy one of the men she adores. Will it be Garrett, her childhood sweetheart, whose loss nearly destroyed her once already? Or will it be Tristan, beloved friend turned lover, who supported her through the last, dark years and introduced her to a passion she had never known? As her two husbands battle for her heart, Sophie finds herself immersed in a dangerous game-where the stakes are not only love...but life and death. My Thoughts: - I loved this book. It has been so long since I read a historical romance and for the life of me I can't figure out why. If the rest of historical romance has been even half this good, I definitely have got some catching up to do. - This was a great storyline and I am looking forward to reading the next installment of this story. - Loveable characters who even though flawed make you feel for them. - Wonderful descriptions that made me feel like I was there in the story with them, feeling what they feel. - Overall this was a wonderful read, that I will be reading again. - Jennifer Haymore is a wonderful addition to my To Be Read/Author To Watch List. I rate this 5 Stars-; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Myst (Indigo Court, #1); Author: Yasmine Galenorn; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: great start to a new series; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Parfait by Affinitas Women's Plunge; Brand: Parfait by Affinitas; Review: This bra feels good quality, but the cut is very odd. The gore is far too low to be supportive and the wires far too high on the sides. Also the material is too soft, so it flares out on the cup edge. Would suit someone with firmer tissue/self supporting/close set/over 5'5". Band was tighter than most other 30"s.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cleo by Panache Women's Neve Plunge Bra; Brand: ; Review: Had to size up one cup. Gives a great shape under clothes, but too low a gore to be supportive. Spillover increases with time. Not quality materials - starts to show wear early on. Like the colors, patterns, straps and detailing. Wires too high on the sides. Need to be tall/long torsoed to wear it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Parfait by Affinitas Women's Plunge; Brand: Parfait by Affinitas; Review: This bra feels good quality, but the cut is very odd. The gore is far too low to be supportive and the wires far too high on the sides. Also the material is too soft, so it flares out on the cup edge. Would suit someone with firmer tissue/self supporting/close set/over 5'5". Band was tighter than most other 30"s.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Panache Women's Non-Wired Sports Bra; Brand: Panache; Review: Review for 30FF: The band is tighter than the same band size in the Panache Wired bra. The cups are big enough (seemingly enough volume), but feel shallow/difficult to fill out and wrinkle at the bottom. There is no wire and the foam gore doesn't separate well enough. The support is otherwise good. The straps don't tighten enough if you're short. I will update after trying one cup size up. Review for 30G: Update: against the advice of the retailer I ordered from (via Amazon), I ordered the next cup size up. This fixed virtually all the fit problems I was having. I still wish the straps could be adjusted shorter and the bottom of the cup can still wrinkle a bit, but not nearly as much. I give the bra 5 stars now. However, the second one arrived with a puncture in the strap. Refund was easy, but I ended up ordering a replacement somewhere else for half the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curvy Kate Women's Starlet Moulded Bra; Brand: Curvy Kate; Review: The band runs way too tight. The 30 was unwearable even though that's my usual size*. Cups are true but very shallow. Wires are a little too wide and cup sides are too high as well, which can cause rubbing. Remember when sizing up in the band to size down in the cup to reach an accurate sister size.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Panache Women's Porcelain Lace T-shirt Bra; Brand: Panache; Review: First, this bra arrived with obvious signs of wear, so it had to go back. Second, it ran very deep in the cup. The wires ride up extremely high into the armpits and the cups are far too tall. Impossible to wear if you're short! Wasn't impressed with the quality, but that could be because it was pre-worn!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Curvy Kate Women's Seamless; Brand: Curvy Kate; Review: This bra has an awkward pointy shape. The wires are too wide and the cups are too tall. It also arrived crushed/damaged from Amazon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cleo Women's Mimi Balconnet; Brand: ; Review: I bought this looking for a padded balconette bra. The cups on this bra are way too tall. Do not recommend for short roots. The band seems ever-so-slightly looser than typical Cleo. Might be a good fit for those who can wear Juna. Straps are also only partially adjustable.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freya Women's Deco Vibe Underwire Molded Plunge Bra With J-hook; Brand: ; Review: The fit of this bra is much better for me than the Original Freya Deco plunge. I think this is due to the binding on the top of the cups. Unfortunately the bra arrived damaged from Amazon. The cups were crushed and creased. The bra itself fits me well. When I was a 30G, I tried the regular Freya Deco plunge and it was not good. It seems like the cups on this are somewhat shorter and narrower. Only issue is the J-hook which is irritating for my skin.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Memphis I40 and Sycamore View; City: Memphis Tennessee; Review: This hotel was very cheap but there were problems. The sink and bathroom wall was dirty. Once I pulled back the sheets, there were greasy looking stains, along with something reddish brown smeared on the sheets, along with a hole. I called the front desk and was told that they would check to see if there were clean sheets and bring them to my room. The hotel staff came to the room with the blanket. I explained the blanket was fine and showed him the sheets. He went back downstairs and returned later with two flat sheets. I took them and had to change the linen myself. YUCK!! With another "!" During the night my family and I sweated so bad we were wet. The air was turned down as low as possible and blowing as hard as it could. However it just did not work. I spoke to the manager at checkout and he was completely unconcerned. Probably had heard the complaint before and just didn't do anything about it. His attitude was "Oh really. So what...I got your money. Now get out. Too bad for you." He did nothing. So I'm doing what I can by giving him some free advertisement. Travelers spend a few more dollars and stay somewhere that will be cool and clean.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Tunica Resort; City: Tunica Mississippi; Review: I must give compliments first. Hotel staff were really nice. The room was not only clean, but smelled clean. The hot breakfast was great! Now for the bad. My son and I left out of my room around 7:30 am to get breakfast. Upon returning to my room (hands full with hot biscuits and gravy, and hot coffee) tried to use my keys to get back in my room and they did not work. I sat my coffee down on the floor and went to the front desk. The staff was very helpful and gave me another set of keys. I go back try both keys and it sitll didn't work. Patience is growing thin...I walk back up to the front desk she is quite puzzled and give me another set of keys. I try both keys and again they didn't work. I am a very fair person and this was beyond reasonable. So I walk back to the front desk and she gives me another set. I try them and it still doesn't work. I was about to blow a fuse but kept my composure. The staff at front desk said the battery must has died so she got the master key and walked me down to my room to let me in. She said she would do a maintenance report and get him to come down get the battery changed and give me new keys. At around 11:30 I called to check the status of the maintenance man coming to get things fixed and he was at another location. As I was getting ready to leave the hotel around noon, I stopped at the front desk to let them know that no one came by and I still hadn't received keys to my room, and that it would be late when I returned. The staff told me that the problem should be fixed and was very apologetic and gave me keys to try upon my return. I got back to the hotel around 11:45 pm. Tried my keys and guess what...they didn't work. Went back to the front desk and repeated the process. Upon the third time the staff walked down to my room and tried the a set of keys and it worked. There was young men standing in the hallway leading to my room (they did not bother me) but made me uncomfortable. If they were scrupulous, they would have had more than one opportunity to do me harm. This was unacceptable. I paid money to be able to get in and out of my room and was not able to do so. If this problem didn't exist, the hotel would have been a really nice place to stay. I was told they were changing over to a new system because the magnetic strips on the old cards were of poor quality. Before I left I spoke to the General Manager Rodney Lewis about what happened and he was genuine about my frustrations. Guys, this problem HAS to be fixed because your guests should not have to go; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wingate by Wyndham Shreveport Airport; City: Shreveport Louisiana; Review: The hotel was clean, hotel staff were nice, and the breakfast was more than continental. The hotel has adjoining rooms. Our room had a refrigerator which actually kept the food cold. Lots of restuarants in the area. The hotel is located next door to Wal-mart. Would definitely recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Memphis East; City: Memphis Tennessee; Review: This hotel was very nice. The grounds and rooms were clean. Parking was somewhat a challenge.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Memphis Primacy Parkway; City: Memphis Tennessee; Review: I was very please with this hotel from the time I walked in. Hotel staff were very warm and made me feel right at home. The room was impressive with a huge couch and TV. I've stayed at many hotels and this one was impressive. The hotel is in a good area and is near several restuarants. For me, feeling safe is MAJOR. So this hotel definitely met my expectations. If your traveling with children, the TV has plug-ins for gaming systems. Not sure what the hotel's rules are regarding usage.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Embassy Suites by Hilton Hot Springs; City: Hot Springs Arkansas; Review: This hotel is everything you'd expect from an Embassy Suites. Clean rooms, friendly staff, nice lobby, and the free breakfast ROCKS! Parking is a problem, there doesn't seem to be enough parking for guest. I had to park behind the hotel and I saw no security. As I was walking towards the entrance I saw a car backing out, so I ran back to my car and burnt rubber out of my space in the back to get the space up front. YES it is that serious! On another note, I do not recommend eating at the hotel's restuarant. It is expensive and the food is mediocre. I think Wendy's has a better baked potato than they do. Also, my salmon was barely warm. I was not impressed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wingate by Wyndham Shreveport Airport; City: Shreveport Louisiana; Review: I stayed at this hotel last year and it was nice and convienently located next to a WalMart. This year the hotel was still nice, however the area seemed to decline some. We had to park on the backside of the hotel each day with the WalMart in view. The WalMart was deplorable with trash all in the parking lot and patrons who looked like they will cut you if you cross them. I am not overly sensitive to bad neighborhoods because I am from LA. Anyway, there were no problems with my stay at the hotel. My sister, unfortunately found a lizard in their bathroom. Probably will not stay here next time I am in Bossier.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn; City: Camden Arkansas; Review: This hotel was very impressive. It is fairly new and nicely decorated. The staff were very attentive. The breakfast was AWESOME! I didn't realize they offered flavored waffles (strawberry and cinnimon) while there. I would have definitely tried them, but I thought it was just the standard batter. Our room was clean and comfortable. The hotel can be easily missed because it sits back off of the Highway. You have to know where you are going not to miss your turn. A sign on the main highway would be very helpful to travelers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thousand Hills Golf Resort; City: Branson Missouri; Review: I went to Branson for a girls trip with 4 of my close girlfriends along 3 children. From the moment we pulled up in the parking space it was impressive. Once entering the condo it was beautiful and immaculent. I mean the place was spotless! There is a full kitchen with counter height bar chairs, a full sized living area, a dining area seating 8 people, a wet bar and a patio. Each room had a king size bed with a bathroom. The place is decorated in a way that makes you feel right at home, comfortable and able to relax. My standards for Branson has been raised. I'm not staying anywhere else but here or better!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Monticello; City: Monticello Arkansas; Review: This hotel has been kept up well. It still seems brand new. Hampton beds are some of the most comfortable beds to sleep in to me. Check in and out were a breeze. The hotel is right down the street from several chain restaurants.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Amite; City: Amite Louisiana; Review: The outside of the hotel was impressive, then once we walked in the inside was very clean a decorated nicely. Hotel staff was slim, but appropriate. Rooms were also clean and nicely decorated. Breakfast area was immaculate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Embassy Suites by Hilton Hot Springs; City: Hot Springs Arkansas; Review: Check in was a breeze, manager reception in evening is decent, breakfast was good (cooks were better than in past). My room was the standard suite which was fine. What wasn't ok was that upon my late evening return the next day my room had been untouched. My family had dinner the night before so the room had day old food cartons, unmade beds, towels on the floor, trash in the trash cans, etc. This was a first for Embassy. I've never had a problem with this before. I called the front desk and they promptly sent someone up (may have been over housekeeping) and she was astonished. She couldn't believe the room hadn't been entered and cleaned. She told me she would personally clean it and would be back with her supplies after she talked to the Manager. I heard NOTHING from the manager. No call, no note, no apology, nothing! My family and I left to allow the room to be cleaned and upon our return it was.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites Texarkana; City: Texarkana Arkansas; Review: I was impressed as I walked into the hotel. When I got to the front desk the girl there did her job but was not welcoming at all. She was on the phone with her friend (Shea) and handed me my key and then walked off. I was waiting for her to tell me what room I was in and where the elevators were but she stood off to the side looking through reservation papers. I stood there unacknowledged until I finally asked the girl "Are you done with me?" she said yes without looking up. Good thing I can read because that's how I found out what room I was in and the wifi code. I came back to the front desk to purchase a candy bar and she had to put her dear friend Shea on hold again. What counts here for the rating is that the hotel and rooms are really nice and spacious. I'm attaching some pics. I was very impressed with the rate received. My checkout experience with your staff was much more pleasant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn; City: Camden Arkansas; Review: My husband and I visited this hotel arriving late at night and tried to get a room. As I walked through the door the "Bombquesha" lady at the front desk looked at me like I was crazy. This was just the beginning of a horrible experience. The lady I believe named Star was very rude to me and challenged me about the government per diem. I understand your hotel may have a "government rate" but it was not the per diem per the US General Services Administration (GSA) website [url]. I've stayed at your hotel before and have always had pleasant experiences. This lady couldn't get the printer to work, couldn't scan my card and took a impression of my card, and ended up not being able to book the room because it was "no longer available". Hot mess! WE LEFT! Please...if you want to hire people from Burger King or McDonalds help them to understand that they are on a higher level and more is expected from them when communicating with your guests. It is no telling how many customers she has angered or turned away because of her attitude.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance St Louis Airport Hotel; City: Berkeley Saint Louis Missouri; Review: My family and I were pleased from the time we pulled up to the hotel. This is a full service hotel. Hotel staff were genuinely friendly and helpful. The décor is nice. The rooms are spacious and nice as well. Beds were comfortable too. The hotel is close to the airport but we didn't hear the planes. We had an issue getting a refrigerator (requested when placed on waiting list to check-in early at 1:00pm) but my husband and staff worked it out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Texarkana East; City: Texarkana Arkansas; Review: This hotel was very clean, quite, and in a good spot. We had an emergency and the hotel handled the situation with professionalism and urgency. Staff was very accommodating. The only downfall was that the pool was closed two day (Memorial Day weekend) due to maintenance. We had to deal with some disappointed children. There was a hot breakfast that was really good and hearty. We will definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Nashville Vanderbilt Downtown; City: Nashville Davidson County Tennessee; Review: We were there during the time it snowed due to my sister's surgery. Road conditions were not great and the driver "Larry" was awesome. He worked all day taking people here and there safely. Even made a last trip after his shift was suppose to end to make sure he didn't leave anyone. Other drivers were ok and my hats off to the front desk rep who stepped in to drive the shuttle Saturday (1/23/16) night because no one could get to work. The rest of our stay was unimpressionable. Staff was shorthanded and overworked because the ones that were there were stuck and had worked many hours. Here is the problem: We stayed at the hotel 4 nights and our room was only cleaned once. That's no beds made, uncleaned room for 3 days, no clean towels (unless we called for them), several days worth of trash unemptied, had to ask for more toilet tissue and kleenex, and only a few channels worked despite the laminated list of channels offered. It was three of us in a room so you can imagine how the room looked even with us trying to keep things neat. While staff were pleasant there were no apologies for their neglect nor was there any offers made to us to make up for this. Complimentary breakfast, valet parking or a credit would have been nice and really should have been offered. We did pay for services that were not available to us. It would have been good business to do so.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Marriott Plaza San Antonio; City: San Antonio Texas; Review: I am so pleased to write this review. The hotel staff was exceptional. They not only greet you as you arrive but throughout the stay are stationed in main traffic areas to assist you if needed. The staff addresses you by name also if you need to call them or visit the front desk for any reason. I attended a conference there and the staff working the breaks and meals worked so hard and were friendly. No one I saw looked as if they hated what their jobs but looked and acted as if they appreciated the business and were happy to help us. This hotel may not be the newest but it is well kept and the service received is more than I expected. The peacock are also a nice addition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand View Inn Suites; City: Branson Missouri; Review: Check in was a breeze and staff was very polite and helpful during the visit. I agree with other reviewers about the pillows. Not terrible, but could be better. You can tell that management and owners care about the property and keeping it updated. Only other thing is that parking along the backside of hotel could be better lit. I wasn't alone, but if I were would have been uneasy coming in late and walking to an entrance. Would I stay there again? Yes!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Embassy Suites by Hilton Greenville Downtown Riverplace; City: Greenville South Carolina; Review: I'm sure many have stayed with Embassy Suites before and we love them for the 2 room suites, hot and made-to-order breakfast, and the manager's reception in the evening. As I walked into the lobby of this Embassy Suites it was different. No jungle theme. The décor felt a bit upscale and pristine. I was pleased. The meeting rooms are fully sufficient. The meals and breaks as well. The food was actually good. Lunch in the restaurant was reasonable. All in all, this Embassy is the best I've stayed in thus far. If ever in Greenville again, I will be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TownePlace Suites Monroe; City: Monroe Louisiana; Review: The rooms at this hotel is similar to a studio apartment. Full kitchen (everything except the oven), 2 walk in closets, standard size bathroom, table that extends to seat more people, etc. We were very pleased with everything. The hotel is right across from the mall just steps away from Belk and a plethora of dining options. Coffee, tea, and hot water available 24/7.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Greensboro; City: Greensboro North Carolina; Review: I really like Hyatt Place room designs. There is more than enough seating for visitors and for families lodging together to spread out. Having a refrigerator is becoming uncommon in rooms, but not only do you get the refrigerator but also a bar area. The beds are comfortable too. I was a good location. Shopping and a variety of eating places in the area. The breakfast had really good hot and cold options. Staff were very accommodating. I'd definitely stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Houston SW Sugar Land Area; City: Houston Texas; Review: ...so when you come in from the heat you expect your room to be nice and cool. Our room did not get cool. I was sweating in my sleep and I'm cold natured. Our room was on the 3rd floor and our travel companion was on the first floor. She said her room was freezing. So, I guess it depends on where you are. Also, our showers water pressure was very low. The hotel appears to have been recently renovated. Staff at the front desk were very nice and offered us water when they learned of how far we'd traveled. It was most appreciated. The hotel is in great proximity of the interstate, all types of restaurants, and shopping.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Corrs: Live in London (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 7 Girls: White Knuckle Extreme (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Industry (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: A Baroque Odyssey (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sirens (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Potion #9 (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Emmanuelle 6 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Pluto Nash (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Saltimbanco (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Practical Magic (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wisegirls (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Video Essentials (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Innocents (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Demolition Man (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Cirque Reinvented (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of War (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Curve (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Minds (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aliens: Collector's Edition (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Girls in Prison (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Anniversary Party (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Van Halen Live: Right Here (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Simple Plan (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Boss's Daughter (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CKY3 (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gas Food Lodging (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shag: The Movie (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CKY (Landspeed) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aria (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Chains: Unplugged (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminal Velocity (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Money Train (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: The Video Collection 1993-1999 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CKY2K (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cradle 2 the Grave (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Alegria (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2-D version) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: B.B. King: The Jazz Channel Presents: BET on Jazz (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 1 (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lies (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crazy/Beautiful (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tempo (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 29 Palms (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Escape from Alcatraz (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All I Wanna Do (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Honey (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Druids (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rose Hill (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Washington Square (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 2 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fortress (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Southlander: Diary of a Desperate Musician (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unfaithful (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deep Impact (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legend: The Director's Cut (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Empty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Max (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Strip (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin Suicides (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The House of Yes (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fire on the Amazon (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grind (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Texas Rangers (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fortress 2 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Waterdance (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Highlander (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tangled (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Collector's Edition (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 3 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Good (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fiddler on the Roof (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist: Restored Version (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting: Collector's Edition (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Santa (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intacto (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sex and Lucia (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Witch Hunter Robin; Genres: Action, Drama, Magic, Mystery, Police, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Naruto; Genres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Prince of Tennis; Genres: Action, Comedy, School, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Trinity Blood; Genres: Action, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Tenshi Kinryouku; Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Chrno Crusade; Genres: Action, Demons, Historical, Romance, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Full Metal Panic!; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mecha, Military, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Fruits Basket; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Fullmetal Alchemist; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Magic, Military, Shounen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Gensoumaden Saiyuuki; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Saiyuuki Reload; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shoujo; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Saiyuuki Reload Gunlock; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Shoujo; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Loveless; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Shounen Ai, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: X/1999; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Magic, Sci-Fi, Supernatural; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: X; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Magic, Romance, Shoujo, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Tsubasa Chronicle; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Magic, Romance, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Wolf's Rain; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Elfen Lied; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Romance, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gankutsuou; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Gravitation; Genres: Comedy, Music, Romance, Shoujo, Shounen Ai; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Hellsing; Genres: Action, Horror, Seinen, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Petshop of Horrors; Genres: Horror, Josei, Mystery, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Ginyuu Mokushiroku Meine Liebe; Genres: Fantasy, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Howl no Ugoku Shiro; Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Shoujo Kakumei Utena; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Psychological, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Damekko Doubutsu; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Neko no Ongaeshi; Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Night Walker: Mayonaka no Tantei; Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Vampire; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Uta Kata; Genres: Drama, Magic; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Uta Kata Special; Genres: Drama, Magic; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ai no Kusabi; Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi, Yaoi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Enzai; Genres: Hentai, Horror, Yaoi; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Sensitive Pornograph; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Hentai, Romance, Yaoi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Papa to Kiss in the Dark; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Yaoi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Haru wo Daite Ita; Genres: Drama, Romance, Yaoi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Boku no Sexual Harassment; Genres: Hentai, Yaoi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ginyuu Mokushiroku Meine Liebe Wieder; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Boku wa Imouto ni Koi wo Suru; Genres: Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Strawberry Panic; Genres: Drama, Romance, School, Shoujo Ai; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Air Gear; Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Nana; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Tsubasa Chronicle 2nd Season; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Bronze: Zetsuai Since 1989; Genres: Drama, Music, Romance, Sports, Yaoi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Boku wa Konomama Kaeranai; Genres: Drama, Romance, Shounen Ai; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Earthian; Genres: Drama, Shoujo, Shounen Ai; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: D.Gray-man; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Shounen; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Suki na Mono wa Suki Dakara Shou ga Nai!!; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Shoujo, Shounen Ai, Slice of Life; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Death Note; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch; Genres: Action, Mecha, Military, School, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Boku no Pico; Genres: Hentai, Yaoi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Angel's Feather; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi, Shoujo, Shounen Ai, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Devil May Cry; Genres: Action, Demons, Fantasy; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Lesson XX; Genres: Romance, Shounen Ai; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch Picture Drama; Genres: Comedy, School, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Naruto: Shippuuden Movie 1; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Tsubasa: Tokyo Revelations; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Shounen; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch R2; Genres: Action, Drama, Mecha, Military, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro; Genres: Comedy, Demons, Mystery, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Death Note Rewrite; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Bronze: Kouji Nanjo Cathexis; Genres: Music, Shounen Ai; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gakuen Heaven: Hamu Hamu Heaven; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, School, Shounen Ai; Rating: 9.0/10.0 | anime |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Marana, AZ; Review: Ok I get late night ice cream cravings like every night. So I ordered a concrete through door dash last week and got nothing but a little voucher in a bag because they were "out of concretes" .... didnt try to reach out or anything and tell me they were "out" so I could just cancel!! tried again tonight to go here and they closed early apparently. Hours are until 10. Closed at 9:20 lol. Nice.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Marana, AZ; Review: Had awful experiences here before. Was asked to try again. And here we go once again. I got 3 custards. 2 of them I asked for two mix ins in. Neither got any of the mix ins I asked for. $20 What the fuck! ):; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Salted Pig American Barbecue; City: Oro Valley, AZ; Review: F*CK this place. Not joking. Have literally come here 3 separate times. All 3 times we called 10 mins ahead asking if they'd have the brisket. Every single time we get there there is none. Even one of the times was literally right when they opened. And they didn't have it. Absolute bull sh!t. Every. Time. And we don't live close at all. So done with this place. I hope it closes down lol; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: CSL Plasma; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: I don't know what kind of bimbo ass idiot is running this place, but FCK. I'm livid right now. Last week I came in to do the 1st time donor BS, it took 3 hours. And then as soon as I'm about to donate I tell them I shouldn't really do surgical tape bc it gives me a rash. They just happen to be unable to find the paper tape, so IVETTE tells me I can't donate until they get paper tape, if they do. Now at that point I was like oh my god I've been here 3 hours just do the surgical tape I literally couldn't give 2 sht's at this point. And now she says no I'm not allowed to use surgical tape unless I go to an allergist and have it cleared. You think I'm rich or something? My insurance doesn't cover that???? So Ivette then tells me to call back the next day and specifically ask for her to see if she will be able to order paper tape. So I called. And then called again the next day. The day after that. And the day after that. Left my phone number every single day and nothing. So finally I get out over to the supervisor. He says "oh we've had paper tape the whole time you can just come in and donate .... so I just call right now to make sure everything will be fine if I come try and donate and now I'm being told I have to redo the entire 1st time donor thing AGAIN if I want to donate. A whole nother 3 or more MFing hours. Like what the hell? Are you kidding me? This is actually ridiculous. Ivette should be held accountable for totally screwing me over. This is time out of MY life, not your lives. And it's just a waste. Literally the most absolute BS place, if you can go somewhere else, go somewhere else.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: CSL Plasma; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: Okay i had an AWFUL experience the first time with Ivette. but today was different staff they really did do a great job and in a timely manner considering how busy it was. The front desk girl and the male supervisor were wonderful to me today and I really appreciate that.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chick-fil-A; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: I love chick-fil-a food. But this review is purely on the people working here managing to fuck my order up in some way EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. I'm not kidding there hasn't been one time where my order is actually correct. Tonight. Long ass line, my boyfriend waited like 20 minutes in the drive through. We each have a strict-ish diet so we simply ask for 2 salads with grilled chicken and no corn. And then we ask for just an extra side of grilled nuggets. Very simple. Get home and have 1 salad and crispy nuggets. For real what the fuck dude every single time. This time was just enough for me to write this.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Carl's Jr; City: Marana, AZ; Review: Waited in line for 20 minutes just to get up to the thing and be told the grill broke :'); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Genesis OB/GYN Northwest; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: First of all, I'd just like to start out with a big F U to Erin. I went here for years, complaining of being in excruciating pain. Erin had me do multiple ultrasounds that came back showing nothing so instead of doing other tests and trying to figure out what the problem was, she kept trying to prescribe birth controls to just somewhat "suppress" the pain, which they never did. I tried many different birth controls that fucked with my hormones and emotions so much. I kept asking her appointment after appointment if it could possibly be endometriosis and if we could please do a laparoscopy. But no, she kept saying no you probably don't have it, and she told me I was exaggerating my pain which absolutely crushed me because that was farthest from the truth. For years I had to deal with pain, so many appointments, and judgment from her. I finally decided I was going to try a new place. The first appointment I showed up for, i told my new OB/Gyn exactly what has gone on over the years and immediately she said, it honestly sounds like you have endometriosis, we are going to schedule you for a laparoscopy. My first appointment there and she did what Erin wouldn't do for 4+ years!!!!! Well I had my laparoscopy yesterday and guess what. I had endometriosis and they burned it off. I cried real tears knowing my pain was validated and real and that stupid bitch Erin, fucked with my mind and emotions. Seriously, fuck this shady ass place and fuck Erin. Stupid ass, bitch.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Funtasticks Family Fun Park; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: Okay, this is specifically about the mini golf. AWFULLL. The second hole didn't work, the thing just eats your ball and doesn't give it back. The course is all ripped up, riddled with cockroaches, and very very just gross. Some of the putting holes were filled with this nasty water. Most of the lights around the course were out so it was very hard to see where you were even putting. Should have asked for our money back....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Blacktop Grill; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: I am so so disappointed. ): Was seriously so excited to see somewhere had keto tacos and seeing the amazing reviews.... First off. The place was completely dead. Only one table there, and they already had their food. My boyfriend and I ordered tacos and 2 sides of elote to-go. It took about 30 minutes Idk if the steak tacos were meant to be that way but they were completely unseasoned. My boyfriend got bacon tacos. Each taco had 2 pieces of bacon. Like it literally just looks pathetic with its measly two pieces of bacon Idek how else to describe it it was $9 for two bacon tacos with like barely any bacon and a few onion slices? Ok I'm like a salsa-holic so maybe I'm just being judgy bc I'm super picking about my salsas but the salsas didn't have a lot of taste. My boyfriend liked them but idk to me they were a little flavorless for some reason. I so wanted to have an amazing experience. Im sad; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Cut Above Family Hair Care; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: I've been in here a few times just for a trim, I have always had very long hair (past my butt). Well I told MARIE I still wanted my long hair and showed her where I wanted my hair at. I asked her if she could just like thin out the ends a little with those kind of scissors that look like a comb, and she said She thought I should just get subtle layers at the ends and that it would "look best" so I trusted her. So she cut it the first time and it was at perfect spot where I asked. Then she washed my hair and after said she was just going to touch up the ends and add in the "subtle layers". She cut off about another like 3 or 4 inches from my hair from the length I wanted it when she was "touching up" the ends.... And then she did the "subtle layers". They are AWFUL. I already have thin hair I figured she was just going to do small amounts of hair for these layers she said I should get, and my hair is SO choppy and uneven and I now have bangs somehow. It is fucking god awful. My long hair is now short and I have fucking bangs. I didn't even really notice the extent of it until I got home and dried it because my hair was wet when I left. She fucked up when she cut the hair around my face. You are supposed to part the persons hair, and then cut the hair around the face according to how they part it. Not just blindly combine all the hair and cut it super short around the face. It is so choppy and my hair is ruined. This is the reason why I rarely go for hair cuts... I can't wear my hair straight anymore like I always do because it looks so bad. I am either going to have to wear my hair up or curl it every single time I wear it down so I can hide the "layers" (bangs) she gave me. I literally look like a goth highschool boy with this haircut. I was so upset I cried for about 2 hours after and called all my friends. They all tried to make me feel better about it but still agreed it's fucking awful. They asked me where the hell I went and I told them here. I trusted Marie and she was really nice but she completely fucked my hair up.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark) (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kalifornia (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection (1997); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989); Genres: Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Last Temptation of Christ, The (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Seed, The (1956); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm X (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Psycho (1960); Genres: Crime, Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. No (1962); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christmas Story, A (1983); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Jones (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vertigo (1958); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Green Mile, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Day the Earth Stood Still, The (1951); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pit and the Pendulum (1961); Genres: Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fargo (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of Africa (1985); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World (1992); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sophie's Choice (1982); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boys Life (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boot, Das (Boat, The) (1981); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Lieutenant (1992); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Genres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Menace II Society (1993); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unforgiven (1992); Genres: Drama, Western; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Few Good Men, A (1992); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hurricane, The (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Astronaut's Wife, The (1999); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blair Witch Project, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Civil Action, A (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Creepshow (1982); Genres: Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doors, The (1991); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frances (1982); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: General's Daughter, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Saw What You Did (1965); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kingpin (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Instinct (1999); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Powder (1995); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Payback (1999); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Phantasm (1979); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stir of Echoes (1999); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: eXistenZ (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: MinifigFans Building Blocks Bracelets Multi-Color - 12 Piece Bulk Party Pack; Brand: MinifigFans; Review: The kids loved it and they are a cute addition to my party bags for our party!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coolest Mini Figure Shape Cutout Self-Stick Notepads - Bricks or Building Blocks Theme by Lifetime Inc; Brand: Lifetime Inc; Review: These were a cute addition to our party bags for our guests. We combined them with the Lego figurine crayons and it worked out like a charm!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BirthdayExpress Building Blocks Deluxe Party Pack Kit for 16; Brand: BirthdayExpress; Review: These arrived just as expected and worked out great for our party! Would recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fun Express Paper Color Brick Party Mini Popcorn Boxes (24 Count); Brand: Fun Express; Review: These were smaller than expected but since we were using with kids I didn't mind, it would have been better if they were a tad larger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Operation Despicable Me Silly Skill Game; Brand: Hasbro; Review: My children had issues using this game, and the pieces are very small. They lost interest in the game after a few hours as a result. This game would be perfect with older children who can sit still long enough to play it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gooey Louie — Pull the Gooey Boogers Out Until His Head Pops Open Game; Brand: Goliath Games; Review: This game is simple to use, however the head doesn't stay closed as easy as t should and pops open occasionally. I would recommend this game for young children, as it is extremely simple to play and put together. (It's not as gross as it looks lol!); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pokemon - Delphox BREAK (14/124) - XY Fates Collide - Holo; Brand: Pokemon; Review: Card came in protective case and was exactly as described and expected. I would order again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Window Elements Sheer Voile Rod Pocket Extra Wide 54 x 63 in. Curtain Panel, Burgundy; Brand: Window Elements; Review: These are very nice but I really thought they would have been longer in length and higher quality in fabric; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Happy Sales HSSM-NAT01, Bamboo Sushi Natural 2 pc Mats; Brand: Happy Sales; Review: nice mats; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Happy Sales Bamboo Sushi Mats Green - 2 pc; Brand: Happy Sales; Review: nice mats; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Popsicle Molds Set – 100% BPA Free – Set of 6 Reuseable Ice Pop Makers, Tupperware Quality with Sturdy; Brand: The Kitchen Paradise ; Review: These are the best for homemade popsicles !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DOZZZ Fluffy Chenille Knitted Throw Blanket With Decorative Fringe and Striped For Home Décor Bed Sofa Couch Chair; Brand: DOZZZ; Review: amazing throw, so soft; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peakeep 4" Twin Bell Green Alarm Clock, Battery Operated, Loud; Brand: Peakeep; Review: The wheels bearings and trucks are all good, the deck is so flimsy and weak that it bows when I step on it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Embrava Best Sports Water Bottle - 32oz Large - Fast Flow, Flip Top Leak Proof Lid w/One Click Open; Brand: Embrava; Review: Works great, light and holds a lot of water.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BodyGlide Anti-Chafe Balm; Brand: BodyGlide; Review: It's tiny; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Speedo Jr. Vanquisher 2.0 Swim Goggles; Brand: Speedo; Review: Great for my daughter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEOSLING; Brand: NEOSLING; Review: Works great. Wish it had a pocket for my cell.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TYR Big Mesh Mummy Backpack; Brand: TYR; Review: Not highest of quality but works; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker with Removable Plates (26030); Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: I'd like to preface this by saying I could be on the "Worse Cook" show. I was fortunate to have someone cook for me from my younger days to my adult life. I rely on the instructions that come with the product. The instructions stated to use about a cup of batter. What a mess that made! Use less than a cup. Make sure you place the batter evenly, so that it will cook evenly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bissell Natural Sweep Carpet and Floor Sweeper with Dual Brush Rotating System and 4 Corner Edge Brushes, 92N0A; Brand: Bissell; Review: I don't know what type of floors people are using this Bissell on, but I've used it on my hardwood floors, marble floors, and short carpet. It has worked great. It's much easier to use this than to use a broom and dust pan. Whenever I broom something into a dust pan, it flies out of it. I no longer have to worry about those light items that never want to stay in a dust pan. This is exactly what I needed. Of course, I'll still need to use my broom, because it isn't thin enough to fit underneath my kitchen cabinets. Once I've used the broom for those small areas, I'll complete the job using this Bissell!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Basics 50-Pair Shoe Rack, Black; Brand: Home Basics; Review: This was HORRIBLE! It kept falling down. I should have returned it. Since I had thrown away the box, there was no way for me to return it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ekco Meat Tenderizer; Brand: Ekco; Review: I like how both sides are capable of tenderizing the food. I need all the help that I can get, since I'm just learning how to cook.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor GRADE A Natural Wood Suit Hangers (Set of 16); Brand: Whitmor; Review: I couldn't believe how inexpensive these were. I was expecting my coats to fall off, once I hung them in my closet. I was VERY HAPPY that these were able to hold my heavy coats. Those other non-wood hangers kept breaking on me. I can FINALLY hang my winter coats/jackets without having to worry about seeing them on the bottom of my closet. By the way, this site had the lowest priced for these hangers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Lineo Kitchen and Bath Silicone Sink and Vanity Tray, Gray; Brand: InterDesign; Review: I really like the color and how I don't have to worry about it slipping from one side to another. The only downside about this is that it is just too short. Just as a previous review, I also purchased two of these. At least I'll be able to rest my pans on the center divider without having to hear the pan scratch up against my steel kitchen sink.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bartelli Soft Edge Automatic Electric Can Opener - Red Battery Powered; Brand: Bartelli; Review: I previously purchased another brand, and after reading the reviews I returned it. I ended up purchasing one for my friend that had a stroke, and he told me that he loved it. So... I also ended up purchasing one for myself. I have had it for a few months, and it works GREAT!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bamboo Cutting Boards - Four All Natural Index Chopping Board Set with Non-Slip Base; Brand: Good Cooking; Review: I like how the boards are indexed, but I dislike how a slight cut marks the bamboo board. I have had other bamboo boards, and they don't easily mark.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Germ Guardian PS-100 Personal Air Purifier; Brand: Germ Guardian; Review: I bought this during those days that people were paranoid about the bird flu in Asia. Since I was flying to Asia, I was intending on using it on my flight to Asia. I was asked by the stewardess to remove it. I was not allowed to use it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pyranna Plastic Package Opener; Brand: ASOTV; Review: It worked better than another brand that I previously purchased. I finally don't have to play tug-of-war in trying to open those plastic sealed items anymore. I also don't have to worry about cutting myself while I'm playing tug-of -war.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cuisinox Jar Opener, Blue; Brand: Cuisinox; Review: This is my second type of jar opener. The first type I have has ridges, and it works better than this one. For some reason I'm not having any luck with jar openers. The jar just rolls around with this jar opener. Maybe I'm just not strong enough to hold it down tight? I guess I should try purchasing one of the automatic jar openers?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: NORCHO Bath Mat Soft Chenille Rug Water Absorbent with Non-Slip Back for Bathroom 20 x 31 inch White; Brand: NORCHO; Review: Pro: Size Price Anti-Slip Memory Foam Cons: None The item was as described. I like memory foam mats better than the regular anti-slip mats. This was a great price for being an anti-slip memory foam mat. I just wish that it was wider.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Flower Bud Bungalows Balangan; City: Jimbaran South Kuta Bali; Review: Our 5 night stay at Flower Bud was fantastic. The accommodation was quaint, rustic, but impecably clean. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. And the food was sublime!! We thoroughly enjoyed our entire stay. Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lembongan Reef Bungalow; City: Nusa Lembongan Bali; Review: We booked chalets 1,2,3 and 4 for our 2 families. The chalets were clean and well serviced. Very comfortable beds. Rooms are air conditioned. The only thing missing is a kettle. The kitchen only opens at 7:30, and as an early riser, its a long wait for as cup of tea! Overall a fabulous place to stay. Super friendly and helpful staff. Will definitly stay there again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flower Bud Bungalows Balangan; City: Jimbaran South Kuta Bali; Review: This was our second visit to Flower bud. It was once again, fantastic! Incredible food, wonderful service. This time we stayed there with our teens and friends with their teens. The rooms are lovely, the garden is so pretty. A very peaceful, tranquil place to stay. The perfect place to unwind! It is faraway from shops etc, but for us, that was just perfect. An inexpensive taxi ride to nearby supermarket. And we were lucky to have a room with a view of the sea! Will definitely stay there again. The only negative I can say is all the litter in the beach. But sadly that seems to be a Bali problem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanur Seaview Hotel; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: After arriving at our booked accommodation, which was horrific, we found this gem! Nyoman, the assistant manager, was so helpful. He went out of his way to help us out. The rooms were clean. The breakfast was lovely. And all the staff were great. We were so thrilled to find this place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sanur Bed Breakfast; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: We booked to stay at this establishment. 2 families, 9 people in total. The accommodation is nothing at all like advertised. Even though they knew our arrival time, they were not ready at all. The place is very run down. The one room obviously hadn't been used in ages as the bedding was dusty and smelly. That same room had an outside bathroom which was dirty. The private splash pool was empty except for green filthy sludgy water at the bottom. They were expecting us to also use their persinasl room which was filled with their clothing and smelt awful. The other room had water dripping through the ceiling. We decided to walk to thge beach to allow them to finish cleaning. It is most definitely not the 5 minute walk as advertised. After 15 minutes if walking, we decided that was our finals straw. We found alternative accommodation and collected our stuff.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lemon Lime; City: Bloemfontein Free State; Review: I stayed in feb this year with a friend. amazingly friendly mom and daughter team. even on my return to bloem 5 days later, they allowed me to store my luggage and dropped me at the mall while i wasted time till my flight. extremley helpful and kind. brilliant breakfast. gorgeous rooms; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hantam Huis; City: Calvinia Northern Cape; Review: My husband and colleagues travelled back from upington this week. They needed somewhere to stay overnight. I looked up on tripadvisor and found Hantam house. To say they were overjoyed would be an understatement!! They loved every single thing about it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petal s Place; City: Robertson Western Cape; Review: What a fantastic nights stay! Beautiful rooms. Exquisite bedding. Lots of lovely touches (chocolates and pretty petals on the bed and towels) Wendy and Gary are the ultimate hosts. We would highly recommend Petals Place!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kembali Lagi Guest House; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: What an amazing establishment. The staff are so friendly and kind. Nothing is too much trouble! The room was super clean and had a little bar fridge and tv with cable. The pool is nice and cool, so very refreshing. Breakfast can be served to your room or served at the pool lounger or at the outside table! Coffee and tea are available from 7am. Easy walk down to the main road to all the restaurants and shops. Very relaxing. Big bonus for me was that they were fostering 3 gorgeous 4 week old kittens! Such a pleasure to see animals being cared for and loved in Bali. I absolutely fell in love with them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Black 6" High Mini Accent 60 Watt Clip Light; Brand: ProTrack; Review: I read other reviews and decided to gamble. Received lamp, switch was defective lucky for me it was broken in the on position didn't have to remove switch,thought about sending it back,but would have cost 68% of what I paid for it. No guarantee new one would be serviceable. For $3.50 I installed a inline switch,measured from the headboard to a handy position,and IMHO actually improved the function. Light works great,another review say no side adjustment, 20% tilt,mine rotates left and right & tilts 20%. He was right about the tilt. He must have got a damaged one too. Look at all the reviews, fairly high % of problems with this lamp. I don't think LAMPS PLUS makes these, Just sells them. A little better quality control & this would be a nice little reading Lamp. I think I will just stick with products only sold by amazon and is qualified for Prime. Purchased from Amazon seller, Lamps Plus; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VIM Tools NS100 12-Piece SAE Power Drive Nut Setter with Magnetic and Hollow Point Drivers; Brand: Vim Products; Review: well made & magnetic force is strong enough to hold bit for work; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MasterMind 800344 Compact Precision 3-Inch Circular Saw; Brand: MasterMind Tools; Review: I knew before I bought it that you couldn't see the blade,more of a problem I thought it would be-Needs better manual-I put a paint dab on the side to see where the blade is-not a great solution but works; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Freud D1012LF PCD Laminate Flooring Blade; Brand: Freud; Review: For laminate flooring-excellent -not a blade for molding or regular wood cutting; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HSS Rotary Tool Accessories Circular Saw Blades Kit Set Fits Dremel 1/8" Mandrel; Brand: ROK Power Tools; Review: These worked but has a very short life span,If you them for a specific project probably work. If you want them for a go to blade to cut close work-more than a few times, maybe consider something else; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER BDST11000 Workmate Workbench 550lb Capacity Work Bench WM1000; Brand: BLACK+DECKER; Review: I purchased this may 14 2014,It has a great open & close feature. worked well for what I wanted to do then. I had another project & learned the center opening with not fit a 6"board-can't figure what it is for- has no room for clamps- purchased a clamp set for this workbench what a joke. When I tried to return it amazon told me they would refund my money & I could keep them--Yea for amazon-I still can't find a use for these clamps. I would like to know what the center opening is for? I still use it as a table,not much use for me. For projects; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum VS3280H Via 24" to 36" x 80" Accordion Folding Door, White; Brand: LTL Home Products; Review: ok I have tried to find out to contact on this door-I bought two-1 small damage-repaired & installed-sent damage one back-sent be another door in not too bad on delivery--replacement severe damage. I have one installed need a match,have to keep ordering until get a good one. if you read this send me a cut door 48". Less chance of damage; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Urparcel 30 & 60X LED Lighted High-Power Eye Loupe; Brand: Leoie; Review: they work ok for little screws & ok for seeing detail & small letters-remember the cost . They are not good for precise work. Think a good tool to remove a sticker,look at small letters,read instructions that manufactors put with tiny little letters.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kidde KN-COSM-XRT-B Intelligent Battery Operated Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm, 2-Pack; Brand: Kidde; Review: THE product seems to work ok-think puzzle- instructions . there is no real instructions-I guess this is made in china??? If it is don't waste the time to include batteries- everyone will have to buy them anyway. It seems to work ok; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Allen Company Molded Gun Rack for trucks, Holds Two Shotuguns, Rifles, Bows, or Tools; Brand: Allen Company; Review: good deal; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HOOK-EZE Fishing Hook, Swivel, Line, Safety Tying Device, Line Cutter & More; Brand: HOOK-EZE; Review: awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: J+S Premium Military Style Classic Aviator Sunglasses, Polarized, 100% UV protection; Brand: J+S; Review: Way better than I thought; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allen Company Ruger Tucson Handgun Case; Brand: Allen Company; Review: better quality than shown on picture; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: J+S Premium Military Style Classic Aviator Sunglasses, Polarized, 100% UV protection; Brand: J+S; Review: Way better than I thought; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: TIANLI 7 inch Tablet 2015 Case, ArmorBox [Three Layer] Convertible [Heavy Duty] Rugged Hybrid Protective With KickStand Case For; Brand: TIANLI; Review: this protective table "kickstadevice is simply perfect for anyone wanting to shock-proof their kindle tablet. it is especially nice with the kickstand is adjustable to allow for all viewing angles. i would highly recommend this item to anyone. in need of protection foor your kindle tablet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2015 New Fire 7'' Case - Premium Leather Folio Stand Case Cover for Amazon New Fire; Brand: oenbopo; Review: it is flimsy and difficult to make sit right with tablet, once you get the hang of it, it works well. i bought the pink and blue. it does not appear to be made of leather; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Cruzer CZ36 64GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive, Frustration-Free Packaging- SDCZ36-064G-AFFP; Brand: SanDisk; Review: what can i say about this item? i ordered it, it was in my hands within 2 days.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr Shield for Amazon New - Fire Tablet 7" 7 Inch (5th Generation - 2015; Brand: Mr Shield; Review: this item came, but there were so many pieces to it, i could not make heads or tails with them.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fintie Silicone Case for Amazon Fire (Previous 5th Generation, 2015 7 inch) - [Honey Comb Series] [Kids; Brand: Fintie; Review: theday this item arrived, i emmediately put in on my tablet. a minute or so later, i dropped my tablet on garage concrete floor. not a scratch, the tablet bouned up and stayed clean. great product to protect you fire tablet, comparitavly, price is on spot!! the bright oranfe color, permits me to find it quickly after putting it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: That's So Raven - Disguise the Limit; Brand: Raven; Review: a must buy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That's So Raven - Raven's Makeover Madness; Brand: Raven; Review: best of Raven!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That's So Raven - Raven's House Party; Brand: Raven; Review: Nice collection; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Suite Life of Zack and Cody - Taking Over the Tipton; Brand: Dylan Sprouse; Review: Nice dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Suite Life of Zack & Cody: Lip Synchin' In The Rain; Brand: Dylan Sprouse; Review: Awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Panera Bread worker fired after TikTok exposed frozen mac and cheese; Abstract: On Friday, the poster said on Twitter that she was fired for the video, showing her place a frozen bag of macaroni and cheese into a vat of hot water.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better; Abstract: Whether you're gearing up for a road trip or just want to make your daily commute less of a chore, these car hacks will instantly improve your driving experience. The post 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: autos
Title: My Husband and I Have Sex Once a Month. Is It Enough?; Abstract: My husband and I are extremely happy, but we only have sex once a month. Is this normal? Should I be having more?; Category: lifestyle
Title: ALCS Game 4 postponed for rain, Yanks-Astros resume Thursday; Abstract: Game 4 of the AL Championship Series scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed because of rain in the forecast.; Category: sports
Title: Former Florida cop won't serve jail time after accidentally killing woman, 73, in training exercise; Abstract: A former Florida police officer who accidentally shot and killed a 73-year-old woman during a demonstration will not serve any jail time as part of a plea agreement.; Category: news
Title: Dallas NBC station apologizes for delaying tornado warning during Cowboys' game vs. Eagles; Abstract: Dallas' local NBC affiliate waited six minutes to interrupt the Cowboys' game against the Eagles to provide a tornado warning.; Category: sports
Title: Freshman Georgia Southern offensive lineman Jordan Wiggins dies at 18; Abstract: Georgia Southern freshman offensive lineman Jordan Wiggins has died. He was 18 years old.; Category: sports
Title: Kylie Jenner and her bestie get surgery together, plus more news; Abstract: What kind of surgery did Kylie Jenner and her BFF just get together? Plus, more celebrity news for Oct. 23, 2019.; Category: entertainment
Title: Big US retailers pull some baby powder off shelves after recall; Abstract: Four major U.S. retailers, including Walmart and Target, are removing all 22-ounce bottles of Johnson & Johnson's baby powder from their stores after the health care conglomerate's recall last week of some bottles for possible asbestos contamination.; Category: finance
Title: We'd Arrest Trump For Fifth Ave Shooting, NYC Mayor Says; Abstract: NYPD cops would put President Donald Trump in handcuffs if he tested his lawyer's theory that he could freely shoot someone on Fifth Avenue, city officials said.; Category: news
Title: 2 horses killed, 2 riders in critical condition after crash in Lake View Terrace; Abstract: ; Category: news
Title: What Is Mirin and Why Should You Use It?; Abstract: Here's everything you need to know about the rice wine staple and products you can use as substitutes when making Japanese food.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Tatu Kamau: Kenyan female doctor in court to legalize female genital mutilation; Abstract: A female doctor in Kenya wants female genital mutilation to be decriminalized.; Category: news
Title: Have a little piece of extra skin? Everything you need to know about skin tags; Abstract: Are skin tags dangerous? How do you get rid of them? Doctors explain what you need to know.; Category: health
Title: Nurse adopts man with autism so he can have a heart transplant; Abstract: Jonathan Pickard wasn't eligible for the procedure because he didn't have a support system.; Category: health
Title: Apple is laying the groundwork for an iPhone subscription; Abstract: Apple could bundle hardware upgrades with services like iCloud storage or Apple TV+ content and hardware.; Category: finance
Title: South Florida principal who made controversial comments about the Holocaust is fired; Abstract: The South Florida principal who stirred national controversy after refusing to say the Holocaust was a "factual, historical event" was fired Wednesday during a school board meeting at the recommendation of the district's superintendent.; Category: news
Title: 40 conservative groups sign ethics complaint against Pelosi; Abstract: A coalition of conservative groups have filed an ethics complaint against Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), arguing among other charges that she has usurped authority from the executive branch by "weaponiz[ing]" the impeachment process.In a complaint to the Office of Congressional Ethics, 40 conservative groups led by Jenny Beth Martin of Tea Party Patriots Action wrote to board chairman David Skaggs arguing that a vote scheduled for this week...; Category: news
Title: 18 things flight attendants wish you would stop doing; Abstract: From crowding the galley to walking around barefoot, here are things people do on a plane that are frustrating for these airline pros.; Category: travel
Title: How To Open a Can Without a Can Opener; Abstract: All it takes is a metal spoon and some elbow grease.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Chin Hair: 7 Embarrassing Red Flags No Woman Should Ever Ignore; Abstract: Here's how to know if your annoying chin hair is a sign of a more serious issue.; Category: health
Title: Ask the Captain: Do pilots like it when passengers clap after landing?; Abstract: Does working a redeye flight hurt the flight crew as much it does passengers? And what do pilots think when they hear passengers clap after landing?; Category: travel
Title: The Nostalgic Ingredient That Changed My Cheesecake Game Forever; Abstract: We're partnering with Miele to help you Cook Smarter with simple yet delicious recipes where the technique makes all the difference.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: An Alaskan moose hunter beat the odds at the Supreme Court. It cost $1.5 million.; Abstract: John Sturgeon fought the federal government for years after he was banned from using his hovercraft in a national preserve. But success at the high court doesn't come cheap. Here's how he did it.; Category: news
Title: Demi Moore Says Her 'Addiction' to Ashton Kutcher Was 'Devastating': 'It Took Me Away Emotionally'; Abstract: Demi Moore Says Her 'Addiction' to Ashton Kutcher Was 'Devastating'; Category: tv
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Man dies after stabbing in Maryland Popeyes; fight over chicken sandwich, sources say; Abstract: A man was fatally stabbed Monday evening while inside a Maryland Popeyes following a fight over a chicken sandwich, a source told Fox News.; Category: news
Title: Boss pays off his employee's mortgage to allow him to retire early; Abstract: A 69-year-old Vietnam veteran is retiring early thanks to the generosity of his boss of over 13 years.; Category: news
Title: For the first time ever, a US cheese is named best in the world; Abstract: Forget the American love affair with Cheez Whiz, blocks of Velveeta and pasteurized processed cheese food slices. An organic blue cheese from Oregon has been named the world's top cheese.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: After seeing a FedEx worker walk 12 miles home for months, co-workers rally to buy her a car; Abstract: Darlene Quinn, 60, had her car break down and couldn't afford to fix it, so she walked home from work. Co-workers and strangers rallied to help her.; Category: news
Title: Here's How to Correctly Store Potatoes to Keep Them Fresh; Abstract: Potatoes are a staple food in most people's diets for good reason.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: What happens in your body when you sneeze?; Abstract: Here are some wacky things that happen to your body with every "achoo!"; Category: health
Title: 60+ Restaurants Where Veterans Eat for Free on Veterans Day This Year; Abstract: Active military and veterans can score free donuts, burgers, pizza and more with their military ID.; Category: finance | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Otis M-16 Chamber Brush; Brand: Otis Technology; Review: works; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tapco Intrafuse Pack of 10 .223 Magazine Dust Covers; Brand: Tapco; Review: works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Combat Application Tools Barrel Scraping Tool for Gun Cleaning and Maintenance; Brand: Combat Application Tools; Review: do's the job; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CAT M-4 Field Kit; Brand: CAT Outdoors, Inc.; Review: mine come with very thing , works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CONDOR Double Rifle Case; Brand: CONDOR; Review: love it.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AR15 M4 FLAT TOP 1 INCH COMPACT RISER MOUNT PICATINNY RAIL 8 RING SLOT; Brand: Gizmo Supply Co; Review: works very well ,great riser; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: .223/5.56 Laser Bore Sighter Boresighter .223 Red Laser Cartridge Bore Sight; Brand: ; Review: it worked; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hogue Handall Full Size Grip Sleeve; Brand: Hogue; Review: it fit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: F W Klever GmbH Ballistol Multi-Purpose Aerosol Can Lubricant Cleaner Protectant; Brand: F W Klever GmbH; Review: smells like ass, but it works ,my wife don't like me using it...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: UTG Ergonomic AK/SKS Sight Tool; Brand: UTG; Review: it works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: S&W 38 Bodyguard Insight Laser OWB Thumb Break Holster R/H Black - 0003; Brand: Winthrop Holsters; Review: spot on; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beretta Nano Trijicon Night Sights Kit; Brand: Beretta; Review: very nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TALON Grips for Beretta NANO; Brand: TALON Grips; Review: still holding up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: e-Long Quick Detach Picatinny Side Railed Scope Mount ADM Lock Systerm for AK-47 AK-74 Black; Brand: ; Review: come, lose after awhile not sure if i didn't get it tight or what ...happens very time; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ScopeGuard Alaska Neoprene Scope Covers; Brand: ScopeGuard; Review: spot on, Very happy ....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MTM Gunsmith Maintenance Center Rifle Cleaning; Brand: MTM; Review: works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NcStar Rubber Tactical Compact 4x30E Double Illumination Scope; Brand: NcSTAR; Review: still works; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DeSantis Thumb Break Scabbard Belt Holster Right Hand Colt Pocketlite, Mustang, Pony Leather; Brand: DeSantis Gunhide; Review: spot on; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BARSKA AC11876 4x32 IR Contour Riflescope; Brand: BARSKA; Review: nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aeroshell 33 MS Grease Kit (Specifically Sized for Gun Owners and Builders) , Best Gun Grease , MIL-G-21164D (1/4oz); Brand: armory labs; Review: grease.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xtreme Precision 1/2-28 Stainless Fluted .710 OD x 5/8 long, Thread Protector; Brand: Xtreme Precision LLC; Review: works; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ade Advanced Optics Tactical 1" Compact Weaver-picatinny High Profile See Through Riser Rail Riflescope Sight; Brand: Ade Advanced Optics; Review: works; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: FieldSport Micro Red Dot Sight, Precision Red Dot Only No Green; Brand: Field Sport; Review: works good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TACFUN AIM Sports Tactical 4X32 Compact .223 .308 Scope/w Rings Mil-Dot Reticle; Brand: TACFUN; Review: good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magpul M-LOK QD Quick-Disconnect Sling Mount; Brand: Magpul; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoppe's Phosphor Bronze 5.56mm/.223cal AR Rifle Chamber Brush (Pack of 3); Brand: Hoppe's; Review: Works; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: T O K G O; Brand: Bieroog; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YYST 2 X Adjustable Kayak Safety Rod Leash Fishing Rod Paddle Leash; Brand: YYST; Review: Time will tell; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CVLIFE 6-9 Inches Tactical Rifle Bipod Adjustable Spring Return with Adapter; Brand: CVLIFE; Review: Work good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UTG Keymod Adaptor Base for Standard QD Sling Swivel; Brand: UTG; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: 25 Shoto-Kan Kata; Author: Shojiro Sugiyama; Review: Any Shotokan student who desries to know the pure traditional Shotokan Katas should have this book. It is a must have book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Karate: The Complete Kata; Author: Visit Amazon's Hirokazu Kanazawa Page; Review: This book is one of two books that I now own that illustrate pure traditonal Shotokan Karate Katas. It has served me well, in the short time that I have owned it, as an invaluable reference. It is not only well illustrated with hundreds of photos but also details the origins of the 27 Shotokan Katas. This is a must have book for all serious Shotokan stylist or any martial artist.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Twenty Guiding Principles of Karate: The Spiritual Legacy of the Master; Author: Gichin Funakoshi; Review: This book steps deeper into the meanings put forth by Master Funakoshi in his Twenty Guiding Principles of karate. It makes one think more about the spiritual side of Karate as it can be a guide for one's life. An enlightening and must have book for all martial artists; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Parting the Clouds - The Science of the Martial; Author: Visit Amazon's Mr. Grenville Harrop Page; Review: This is a book that has been long overdue. It details the anatomical physics of martial arts techniques. It will clear up disputes that have lasted for many decades as to how a technique should be executed to generate the most power. It is a book that details the proper mechanics of traditional karate. Instructors and students can easily benefit from the many illustrations. It is a must have for all styles of traditional karate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice; Author: Visit Amazon's Shunryu Suzuki Page; Review: I wanted to learn what Zen is and this book taught me the underlying philosophies of its principles. I would recommend this book as a started book for anyone who has a beginning interest in Zen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind; Author: ; Review: I wanted to learn what Zen is and this book taught me the underlying philosophies of its principles. I would recommend this book as a started book for anyone who has a beginning interest in Zen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adobe Premiere Pro CS6 Classroom in a Book; Author: Visit Amazon's Adobe Creative Team Page; Review: Good book. However, reading it as a teacher and a former AVID user I had some trouble following the lessons. Perhaps, all writers of this type of book should obtain a copy of an older manual that taught Deluxe Paint for the Amiga computer. Its lessons were perfect for the learning the program. I taught with it for years and the students had no problem learning the program. Too many authors and teachers make assumptions when writing or teaching. This is not good .; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: HTC One M8 Case, Shocksock [Reflective] [Black] HTC One M8; Brand: SHOCKSOCK; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: E-TRENDS Bike Mount, Universal Bike and Motorcycle Handlebar, Roll Bar Mount for iPhone 6 6+ 6S 6S plus 5S; Brand: E-TRENDS; Review: good!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: HTC One M9 Case : Stalion [Hybrid Bumper Series] Shockproof Impact Resistance (Diamond; Brand: Stalion; Review: Broke after 2 weeks ... very bad quality; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: HTC One M9 Screen Protector Glass, amFilm Tempered Glass Screen Protector for HTC One M9 with Lifetime Replacement Warranty; Brand: amFilm; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HTC ONE M9 32GB Unlocked GSM 20MP Camera Smartphone, Gunmetal Grey; Brand: HTC; Review: After 3 month only the vibration stopped and not working anymore !!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Akally 3D VR Headset Glasses Virtual Reality Mobile Phone 3D Movies for iPhone 6s/6 Plus/6/5S/5C/5 Samsung Galaxy S5/S6/Note4/Note5; Brand: Akally; Review: Great !; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug; Brand: Martin Freeman; Review: I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies [DVD] [2015]; Brand: ; Review: I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heartland: Season 7; Brand: Amber Marshall; Review: I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit 3: The Battle of the Five Armies; Brand: Sean Austin; Review: I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heartland: Season 8; Brand: Amber Marshall; Review: I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Micca MPlay Digital Media Player For USB Drives and SD/SDHC Flash Cards - Plays MPEG1/2/4, DivX, Xvid, RMVB, AVI,; Brand: Micca; Review: I love this micca mplay media player. I am going to order 2 more. I pluged it in and turned it on,then I put in a 8gb flashdrive with 2 movies just to test it out.the movies came on the screen in about 1/3 of a second and the i pressed play and the movie started playing in widescreen. Then i pressed the 16:9/4:3 button and the fullscreen option came up and i pressed it and now the widescreen movie plays on the whole screen without zooming in and losing some picture. Iplayed both movies .avi format. Then i plugged my three tb harddrive with 1579 movies and again 1/3 of a second the whole 1579 movies came on the screen (no waiting at all like i read in different reviews saying it would take hours to load a lot of movies)I picked a mp4 movie and pressed play and the movie immediatley started playing. So i am really really happy i bought it. The micca mplay is really small and as light as a writing pen,i figure all that is in micca is a little cicuit board that allows you to play different formats of movies,all i payed for this is $30. The best blue ray dvd players only play mpeg 4 and .avi movies and the cheapest is $80.why cant they build blue ray dvd players with a chip to play different movie formats?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uniden BC75XLT, 300-Channel Handheld Scanner, Public Safety, Police, Fire, Emergency, Marine, Auto Racing, Civil Air, Ham Radio, Railroad, CB; Brand: Uniden; Review: i like the product and it works nice and it is loud and clear i would recommend this to a friend.so buy one too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UPBRIGHT New Global Two USB Port AC/DC Adapter; Brand: UPBRIGHT; Review: this wall charger is great and it is built well and should last you many years of wall charging.i like that it comes in black to match my scanner.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RCA 25 feet Handset Coil Cord, White (TP282W); Brand: RCA; Review: good cord.i purchased this 25 footer because it is better than the 12 footer.it is very durable and it stretches; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uxcell 2-Way RJ11 US Telephone Plug to RJ11 Socket Adapter and Splitter for Landline Telephone; Brand: uxcell; Review: good jacks.i bought these so i could use a standard phone during a power outage and this works really good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Ultra-Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna - 25 Mile Range; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: i already had owned the clear tv model which is a good hdtv antenna but it still would cut out for a secound here and there but not very often.i decided to take a very costly chance and bought this AmazonBasics High Performance Ultra Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna -Made in USA and what a disappointment.does not pickup all the channels in my area and the channels it did pickup were distorted except 3 channels with only a little distortion.my rabbit ears are way better than this piece of garbage.i was just going to throw it in the garbage but my friend is going to take it.i told him just becuase i paid $35 don't me it is good.i told him he could have it but was going to be disappointed with it. DO NOT BUY THIS,YOU WILL BE VERY SORRY.BUY THE CLEAR TV IT WORKS AND HAS SUCTION CUPS.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Transcend USB 3.0 SDHC / SDXC / microSDHC / SDXC Card Reader, TS-RDF5K (Black); Brand: Transcend; Review: i bought this card reader and really liked it so i bought another one.works really good and never a problem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk SDSDQM-016G-B35A 16 GB Class 4 MicroSDHC Memory Card with SD Adapter; Brand: SanDisk; Review: good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intel 1st Generation Compute Stick with Intel Atom Processor and Windows 10 (BOXSTCK1A32WFCL); Brand: Intel; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones with CCAW Voice Coil; Brand: Sony; Review: good but missing sound you can't quite explain; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Element ELEFW247 24" Class 1080p 60Hz LED HDTV; Brand: Element; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Greer Peaks Lodge; City: Greer Arizona; Review: We really wanted to like this place since we love Greer and since most of the reviews were positive. Our room (#307) had a small, old TV, old microwave and fridge. Besides another couple, we were the only people staying there that weekend so it's not as though they were full. We figured we were given a "lesser" room since we used an online coupon, but isn't the point of those to encourage return bookings? Worst of all was the rudeness from Sylvia, who told us she was running the lodge while the owners were away. When we asked about using the hot tubs she said "they're not working". When I questioned this since it is ski season, she replied "they're not functioning, I don't know how else to say it". We can understand things not working at times, but an apology would have been nice. I can't think of any reason to stay here over Greer lodge or Red Setter Inn. We would have left early if it was possible.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mountainside Lodge; City: Whistler British Columbia; Review: We are shell vacation owners so probably qualified for a nicer room, but we were very pleased with the layout and size of our accommodation. It was very spacious and comfortable and had some extra touches that went above and beyond. Two fireplaces, full kitchen, great bath/jacuzzi tub. Front desk staff was so friendly and helpful, and the hot tub and pool outside were great after skiing all day. Can't think of any negatives about our experience. We will definitely be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antlers on the Creek Bed Breakfast; City: Durango Colorado; Review: We stayed in the Lightner suite and it was perfect- spacious, with a great bathroom with jacuzzi tub and all the amenities- stocked fridge, coffee, toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc. Also a beautiful fireplace, robes, lots of towels and fresh flowers in room. Susan and her staff take such great care of their guests with awesome breakfasts, happy hour appetizers and beer/wine, and the best cookies ever! Cant wait to go back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little America Hotel Flagstaff; City: Flagstaff Arizona; Review: We have stayed here before and really enjoyed our experience, but I agree with the earlier review about the renovation restrictions making this a less desirable choice. With no lounge or lobby the charm is gone. Rooms are very dated but that would be ok if there were robes in room for use at the pool and spa, and the coffee and coffee maker were decent. Coffee amenities are in the bathroom which to me is rather unsanitary. There was no price discount for the lack of ambiance and that doesn't seem fair.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Plaza Beach Resort Spa; City: Puerto Vallarta; Review: We had a 2 bedroom and had plenty of space, it was very clean and well supplied. Great oceanfront rooms, only complaint about room is dim lighting in the master bath which is where it's most needed! Pool areas are clean and well tended with a gorgeous upper deck/adult pool and jacuzzi area. I would not go back to Italian restaurant Luciano- overpriced, food way oversalted and really bad bread which is unusual for an Italian restaurant! Also, we ordered pizza and a burger from room service one night and the food was awful; don't waste your money for convenience. Alberto gave us excellent service at the pool and everyone was very friendly overall. We would definitely stay at Sunset Plaza again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meranova Guest Inn; City: Dunedin Florida; Review: We stayed in the Contemporary suite which at the time was only one available. It has a fully stocked kitchen which we didn't really need, but if you do you will be very happy with all of the attention to detail. The best thing about this room is the quaint private little patio where we enjoyed breakfast which was out of this world: delicious omelets a with different sauces and vegetables, fresh fruit, muffins, bread, assorted teas, coffee and juice. David and Frank do all of the cooking and serving, take care of the beautiful grounds, and are great hosts who take pride in their unique property. Metanova is within walking distance to restaurants, shops, the bike trail, and just blocks from the gulf. We look forward to another stay very soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa del Arco Beach Resort Spa Cabo San Lucas; City: Cabo San Lucas Los Cabos Baja California; Review: We encountered some communication issues with the staff at the front desk and in the spa. We were never able to get Internet service even though we are members and it should have been free. This was extremely aggravating and frustrating despite multiple conversations with the staff. The spa did not have our appointment reservations so we had to make them again which wasted some of our time since there was a language barrier with spa desk personnel. Everything else was good, the two bedroom facing the pool and ocean was very spacious, clean and well supplied.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Blues Brothers, The (1980); Genres: Action, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dragonheart (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Genres: Action, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Nell (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crying Game, The (1992); Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Amy (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Muriel's Wedding (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Copycat (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Casper (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Talented Mr. Ripley, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Iron Giant, The (1999); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964); Genres: Comedy, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Léon: The Professional (a.k.a. The Professional) (Léon) (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Hero (Ying xiong) (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Fifth Element, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell (Kôkaku kidôtai) (1995); Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (2003); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (2001); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Wo hu cang long) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Gattaca (1997); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Genres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Lebowski, The (1998); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Starship Troopers (1997); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part II (1989); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (La Vita è bella) (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Lion King, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Fargo (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Musical; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Mind, A (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Starman (1984); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Battlefield Earth (2000); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death Becomes Her (1992); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Astronaut's Wife, The (1999); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 13th Warrior, The (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Color Purple, The (1985); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Arlington Road (1999); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meet Joe Black (1998); Genres: Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Genres: Action, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flubber (1997); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Six Days Seven Nights (1998); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kramer vs. Kramer (1979); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mimic (1997); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Volcano (1997); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Spawn (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Dracula (Bram Stoker's Dracula) (1992); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Michael (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: The Best of Aardman Animation (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: City of Lost Children, The (Cité des enfants perdus, La) (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Genres: Action, Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Solaris (2002); Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: War of the Roses, The (1989); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ghosts of Mars (2001); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Sweet November (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Limbo (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dreamlife of Angels, The (Vie rêvée des anges, La) (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (Halloween 7: The Revenge of Laurie Strode) (1998); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Borrowers, The (1997); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Celluloid Closet, The (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blink (1994); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on the Train (Homme du train, L') (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Darkness Falls (2003); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Lost in La Mancha (2002); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yentl (1983); Genres: Drama, Musical, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bully (2001); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Cecil B. DeMented (2000); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story 2 (1999); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Romance (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally... (1989); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clockwork Orange, A (1971); Genres: Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Aliens (1986); Genres: Action, Adventure, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Net, The (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Matrix Revolutions, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My Wife is an Actress (Ma Femme est une Actrice) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Genres: Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spy Game (2001); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Others, The (2001); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hannibal (2001); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Get Real (1998); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Truman Show, The (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Good Morning, Vietnam (1987); Genres: Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Le) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Genres: Drama, Musical, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Torch Song Trilogy (1988); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Few Good Men, A (1992); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Monty, The (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary (1998); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Pianist, The (2002); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iron Ladies, The (Satree lek) (2000); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances with Wolves (1990); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Six Degrees of Separation (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Chocolat (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 Angry Men (1957); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Celebration, The (Festen) (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Brigadoon (1954); Genres: Fantasy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (2003); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Jin Roh: The Wolf Brigade (Jin-Rô) (1998); Genres: Animation, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark City (1998); Genres: Adventure, Film-Noir, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of Silicon Valley (1999); Genres: Documentary, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Apartment, The (Appartement, L') (1996); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Dark Water (Honogurai mizu no soko kara) (2002); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pleasantville (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Battle Royale (Batoru rowaiaru) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Sixteen (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Game, The (1997); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The (2002); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Nightmare Before Christmas, The (1993); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Life as a House (2001); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Bent (1997); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Wonder Boys (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Cleopatra (1963); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Voice (1998); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dernier Combat, Le (Last Battle, The) (1983); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Training Day (2001); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Abyss, The (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: People vs. Larry Flynt, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Misery (1990); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Swimming with Sharks (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bourne Identity, The (2002); Genres: Action, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Girl, Interrupted (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ring, The (2002); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Man on the Moon (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Show Me Love (Fucking Åmål) (1998); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark) (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Thing (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grave of the Fireflies (Hotaru no haka) (1988); Genres: Animation, Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: My Neighbor Totoro (Tonari no Totoro) (1988); Genres: Animation, Children, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Kings (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cypher (2002); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bug's Life, A (1998); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cinema Paradiso (Nuovo cinema Paradiso) (1989); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: This Boy's Life (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: In the Name of the Father (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Basketball Diaries, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Insomnia (1997); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Green Mile, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Princess Mononoke (Mononoke-hime) (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave (1995); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers (1993); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Perfect Blue (1997); Genres: Animation, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ringu (Ring) (1998); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Femme Nikita, La (Nikita) (1990); Genres: Action, Crime, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Brasco (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Heat (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bound (1996); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Your Eyes (Abre los ojos) (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Supper, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ridicule (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heavenly Creatures (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Sleepers (1996); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ed Wood (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Amistad (1997); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Delicatessen (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Pi (1998); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baraka (1992); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pump Up the Volume (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Avalon (1990); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stalingrad (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut (1999); Genres: Animation, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise (1991); Genres: Adventure, Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Benny & Joon (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Cube (1997); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ronin (1998); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Billy's Hollywood Screen Kiss (1997); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wag the Dog (1997); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: First Contact (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (a.k.a. MIB) (1997); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Baxter (1989); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Antz (1998); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: All About My Mother (Todo sobre mi madre) (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: My Life (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Love! Valour! Compassion! (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dinner Game, The (Dîner de cons, Le) (1998); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Living in Oblivion (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Queen Margot (Reine Margot, La) (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Piano, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: My Life in Pink (Ma vie en rose) (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Birdcage, The (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scream (1996); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Breaking the Waves (1996); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Schizopolis (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Egypt, The (1998); Genres: Animation, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secrets & Lies (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Night Is Falling (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel at My Table, An (1990); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Howards End (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dobermann (1997); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Payback (1999); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Exotica (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Truth About Cats & Dogs, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bedrooms & Hallways (1998); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Insider, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Madame Bovary (1991); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Birdy (1984); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Moonstruck (1987); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Maurice (1987); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bagdad Cafe (Out of Rosenheim) (1987); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Goat, The (a.k.a. Knock On Wood) (Chèvre, La) (1981); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Professional, The (Le professionnel) (1981); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shining, The (1980); Genres: Horror; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Name of the Rose, The (Name der Rose, Der) (1986); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien (1979); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection (1997); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Alien³ (a.k.a. Alien 3) (1992); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Death and the Maiden (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Velvet Goldmine (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Triplets of Belleville, The (Les triplettes de Belleville) (2003); Genres: Animation, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: And Your Mother Too (Y tu mamá también) (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dancer in the Dark (2000); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shaolin Soccer (Siu lam juk kau) (2001); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Magdalene Sisters, The (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man Without a Past, The (Mies vailla menneisyyttä) (2002); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost World (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Kikujiro (Kikujirô no natsu) (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Far from Heaven (2002); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Virgin Suicides, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Hours, The (2002); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lantana (2001); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dogville (2003); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: L.I.E. (2001); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spanish Apartment, The (L'auberge espagnole) (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Bloody Sunday (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Girl on the Bridge, The (Fille sur le pont, La) (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Girl, The (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Metropolis (2001); Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Amen. (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (a.k.a. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone) (2001); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Gosford Park (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bon Voyage (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gift, The (2000); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heaven (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Love Me If You Dare (Jeux d'enfants) (2003); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Son's Room, The (Stanza del figlio, La) (2001); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Importance of Being Earnest, The (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Irreversible (Irréversible) (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mostly Martha (Bella Martha) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Rivers, The (Rivières pourpres, Les) (2000); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: With a Friend Like Harry... (Harry, un ami qui vous veut du bien) (2000); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Avalon (2001); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Journeys with George (2002); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: 8 Women (2002); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Musical, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nico and Dani (Krámpack) (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Trip, The (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Harrison's Flowers (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Wasabi (2001); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Dog Soldiers (2002); Genres: Action, Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Housekeeper, The (femme de ménage, Une) (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Genres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Elephant (2003); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Affair of Love, An (Liaison pornographique, Une) (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Life of David Gale, The (2003); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Nurse Betty (2000); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: From Hell (2001); Genres: Crime, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: American Psycho (2000); Genres: Crime, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Urbania (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Human Nature (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pitch Black (2000); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Safe Conduct (Laissez-Passer) (2002); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Femme Fatale (2002); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Safety of Objects, The (2001); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Signs & Wonders (2001); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Criminal Lovers (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Rules of Attraction, The (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Flower of Evil, The (Fleur du mal, La) (2003); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waking the Dead (2000); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Last Castle, The (2001); Genres: Action; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Cell, The (2000); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Alice and Martin (Alice et Martin) (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Legend of Bagger Vance, The (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Human Stain, The (2003); Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Jet Lag (Décalage horaire) (2002); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blade II (2002); Genres: Action, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Come Undone (Presque Rien) (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crush (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Heartbreakers (2001); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ninth Gate, The (1999); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Tailor of Panama, The (2001); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mothman Prophecies, The (2002); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bounce (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Hal (2001); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Day After Tomorrow, The (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (a.k.a. The Grinch) (2000); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hulk (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil (2002); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination 2 (2003); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Beach, The (2000); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bedazzled (2000); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Banger Sisters, The (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Not Another Teen Movie (2001); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Wedding Planner, The (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Evolution (2001); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (a.k.a. MIIB) (a.k.a. MIB 2) (2002); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dragonfly (2002); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: One, The (2001); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Matrix Reloaded, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Terminator, The (1984); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mask (1985); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dangerous Liaisons (1988); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Decline of the American Empire, The (Déclin de l'empire américain, Le) (1986); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (a.k.a. Ghost Busters) (1984); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Last Temptation of Christ, The (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Beautiful Laundrette (1985); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: After Hours (1985); Genres: Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Drowning by Numbers (1988); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Squall (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982); Genres: Children, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Always (1989); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Lost World: Jurassic Park, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven Years in Tibet (1997); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters II (1989); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don Juan DeMarco (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arizona Dream (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Point Break (1991); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strange Days (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Total Eclipse (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Celebrity (1998); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Genres: Action, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Firm, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Legend (1985); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: 9 1/2 Weeks (Nine 1/2 Weeks) (1986); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Real McCoy, The (1993); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Serial Mom (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Horror; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Jeepers Creepers (2001); Genres: Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Betty Blue (37°2 le matin) (1986); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc, The (1999); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Subway (1985); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: eXistenZ (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (Fast and the Furious 2, The) (2003); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I, Robot (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Callas Forever (2002); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Colonel Chabert, Le (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: In the Cut (2003); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Simone (S1m0ne) (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brazil (1985); Genres: Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2002); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Anything Else (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0 | movielens |
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Title: Xmas Album; Brand: Herb Alpert; Review: Perfect as background music for a store or shopping mall or airport or any American gathering place during the holiday season. This album is festive and upbeat and uplifting at the same time. Alpert and friends have come up with ten wonderful arrangements of universal holiday season melodies for brass, string, wind, voices and percussion. (Only certain of the non-secular items express any specific lyrics.) Play this CD at any holiday-season special occasion, especially when you are serving salsa and nachos or frijoles or burritos or flan - with or without tequila in the punchbowl!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swingin The Blues; Brand: Doc Severinsen; Review: If there ever was an album worth giving a cookie over to Amazon, this is it. Amazon found out I liked Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Frank Sinatra from the '50s, even Lawrence Welk 22 Big Band Favorites. Amazon found out I liked the "Tonight Show Band" Volume 1 and then Volume 2. "Doc" has got Dixie, he's got ragtime, he knows about gospel, and he obviously has studied everything beginning with Duke Ellington and from there on. This album has a LOT of the sheer glory of BRASS but it also has a LOT of the glory of DRUMS and many other things (such as vocalists). With this album from Doc, the Big Bands have come of age! Big Bands have all grown up and are yours for the taking.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Christmas Mood II; Brand: Glenn Miller; Review: "In the Christmas Mood II" is disc 2 of a three-disc box set titled "In the Christmas Mood" that I recently got from Amazon. Glenn Miller always wanted to put out a Christmas album and more than twenty years later, his old band members and arrangers made that dream a reality. These discs were recorded in stereo so that didn't have to be remastered or digital or any of that stuff. They are the best an American orchestra can give to the yuletide repetoire. If you like the Big Band sound, you cannot miss out on them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Christmas Mood; Brand: Glenn Miller; Review: Whatever I paid for this group of three stereo CDs by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, it wasn't enough. They were produced by LaserLight Digital but, having been arranged and recorded more than twenty years after Glenn Miller gave his life as an Army major during World War II, they were recorded in stereo with modern techniques. Any one of the the three discs can stand alone as a great "Big Band" (no, correction, "Glenn Miller Band") album, but you will want to put all three of them in your CD changer for hours of continuous entertainment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Little Night Music 1973 Original Broadway Cast; Brand: Stephen Sondheim; Review: There is only one track on this thing worth listening to: "Send in the Clowns". Otherwise, it's a schmaltzy story of two "upscales" on the way to filing in divorce court. The score is mundane with that one exception. The book is less than inspiring. I'm trying to sell my copy in a zShop. West Side Story it's not.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Keely Sings Sinatra; Brand: Keely Smith; Review: Keely Smith is not widely known and, as far as I know, underrated. Amazon has so far tried to get me to review her "Swing, Swing, Swing" album - she ranks and she ranks very high. This album is a celebration of Frank Sinatra's career hits recorded on the occasion of his birthday after his death. There is an intro by Frank Sinatra, Jr. and a few words by Keely and a "Happy Birthday, Frank!" from the band about halfway through. She is accompanied by a great, big, talented band (orchestra?) all the way through. With this CD, Keely has probably become my favorite female vocalist. Yes, she does "New York, New York". She does "It Was a Very Good Year (lyrics slightly altered)", but she doesn't do "Chicago" at least this time around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mis 30 Mejores Canciones; Brand: Vikki Carr; Review: Vikki es una cantadora muy especial. Tambien tengo "The Unforgettable Vikki Carr". Este disco en espanol es mucho mejor por la musica y aparamente, liricos. Pero no me basta el espanol para apreciarlo. TR: It would be better if it were in English. Vikki Carr is a very special singer. I also have "The Unforgettable". However, this disk in Spanish is superior both in terms of background music and score as well as lyrics. BUT I am lacking in enough Spanish to really appreciate it. Try "The Vikki Carr Christmas Album" where she can go both ways without 1960s "Petula Clark" arrangements.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Christmas Mood; Brand: Glenn Miller; Review: This CD album became volume 1 of a 3-volume box set. It was recorded by the "Glenn Miller Orchestra" which inherited the authentic "Glenn Miller" style of arrangement, orchestration, dynamics and vocal style. The Orchestra obviously had a lot of fun doing it using "standard" Christmas melodies. (They reveal in the signature "In the Christmas Mood" number that they still have a hankering for the Andrews sisters.) Glenn Miller himself, who had been promoted to a major in the Army, died in a plane accident during World War II on the way to entertaining the troops in Europe but not before he imprinted his own style on his own band during the ongoing "Big Band" era. "In the Christmas Mood", inspired by the GM band's most well-known and well-known work, "In the Mood", but drawing on the entire GM repertoire is therefore part tribute, part nostagia and pure entertainment. You will enjoy this CD and the other two in the box set - share it with your kids, your friends, your associates during Christmas parties and all during the season. I have explored the GM websites and read the history. My father played GM and Tommy Dorsey when I was but a toddler. After you buy "In the Christmas Mood, vol. 1" then go to the other two (warning: go for the box set now - you will want it later after you try this one).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heartland: An Appalachian Anthology; Brand: Various; Review: Amazon's Recommendations Explorer has scored a DIRECT HIT. I had never heard of almost any of these people but Amazon has tracked me through Heifetz, Segovia, Mendelssohn String Symphonies, the Beethoven Violin Sonatas, Walter Piston Violin Concertos, a Latin American Guitar Festival, Magic of the Greek Bouzouki, Dvorak, Prokofiev -- I was getting tired of all of them!!! "Heartland" is NOT "Appalachian" except in minor aspects. It is also not much of an "Anthology" either. (Whose Heartland is it?) What it is is a combination and ensemble get-together of the finest "string" performers across the country. There is the usual violin, cello and bass, but there is also the mandolin, the mandola (what's a mandola?), the banjo, the "fiddle" (a violin in the right hands). They strum, they pick, they pizzicato -- there are fugues and there are ballads. A couple of the numbers have vocalists but not many. All of the collective performers on this album have a profound sense of the acoustics of a "string" and they blend them beautifully. GO FOR IT!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 25 Vivaldi Favorites / Various; Brand: A. Vivaldi; Review: Yes, you guessed right - Amazon has the temerity to charge the absolute LIST PRICE for this item - $3.97. When I got the CD I couldn't believe it. I did more research and went to the website on the disk. I was granted permission to quote - in full - from the back of the album: "25 VIVALDI FAVORITES". "EDITED FOR LEISURE LISTENING" (see below). "Antonio Vivaldi, who lived in 18th Century Venice, was the greatest composer/violinist of his period who penned literally hundreds of wonderful works memorable for their charm, vitality and originality of expression. This CD includes many of his last tunes from his vast output." What this translates to is that VOXCD has chosen and selected the best of Vivaldi's output, whether trumpet concerto, string symphony or soprano aria and blended them into a quite pleasurable "Afternoon With" or "Evening With" that composer. The performers are diverse. The sound quality is excellent. There are selections (repeat, selections) from "The Four Seasons", religious music and about a dozen concertos. This is what is meant by "Edited" - they have not been rewritten. What Vox has arrived at is a 78 minutes 37 second All-Vivaldi concert that will please even the most discriminating and most incapable-of-discriminating members of your friends and family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MacDowell: Piano Music, Vol. 1; Brand: MACDOWELL; Review: These vignettes are not bravura performances (such as Chopin, Polonaise in A-flat), but short and brief tellings of a larger story. The only criticisms I have is that pianist James Barbagallo played, "To a Wild Rose", a bit too fast for my taste, and MacDowell might have written a different, "From a Wandering Iceberg", had he lived to see the Titanic disaster.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Symphonies 1 & 2; Brand: RIMSKY-KORSAKOV; Review: Rimsky-Korsakov came from a Russian naval family. He graduated from the Naval Academy at St. Petersburg (then the capital of Russia) and went to sea where he visited New York, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. during our own Civil War. Symphony No. 1 was completed during this period and was performed for the first time New Year's Eve, 1865 to a warm reception. R-K was then 21 and this was the first performance of a full-fledged symphony by a Russian composer. The second symphony was completed in 1868. Both were amended subsequently, the first in 1884, the second in 1876. . . . . On my Sony boombox, all the flavor of both pieces comes shining through and I can hear the popular, well-known "Scheherezade" foretold. . . . . The recordings were done by the St. Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Andr Anichanov. (Perhaps at some time in the future they can be rerecorded by the New York Philharmonic.) Naxos has done us a great service by releasing this beautiful material with such historic significance at such an attractive price. I have found solace and inspiration in this album in the days following 9/11/01.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dvorak: Stabat Mater, Legends; Brand: Dvorak; Review: Stabat Maters (the story of Christ's Mother) date to the 15th and 16th centuries. Dvorak, a Czech national, uses Latin text to reiterate the anguish and suffering of the Mother of Christ at the foot of the cross, hoping to revive interest in Mary in Europe, Russia and the Americas in the 19th century. In doing so, Dvorak writes not a symphony, but a series of ten cantatas. They are performed here by the Bavarian Radio Chorus under the direction of Josef Schmidhuber. The Dvorak Stabat Mater was completed in 1877, but not performed until 1880 and then in 1882. Why it is not so performed now confounds me. In typical format, the Stabat begins with the crucifixion, then the piercing, then the suffering, then the dying - it ends with the promise of ascension. The Mother recalls the joy at Christ's birth and the fate she knew he was destined. The chorus sings that the Virgin is in a state of prayer. Finally, it is accepted that Christ has died but he will continue to inspire us and ascend in very short time. The tenth and last cantata explains that the body has died and ends with a rousing, quite magnificent, partly fugal "Amen" to the spirit. This image of Mary and Christ is not that of the classical, serene, monochromatic Michaelangelo Pieta. It is firmly part of the Romantic Eastern Europe (Czech) national movement, written years before Dvorak travelled to America, writing his famous Symphony No. 9 ("Othello"), more popularly known as the "Symphony of the New World" which used American themes such as Negro spirituals. In view of the "Stabat Mater", Op. 59 "Legends" (on the second CD) has become somewhat of an afterthought but it has power and grace and beauty all its own. It is performed by the English Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Rafael Kubelik. The one criticism I have for this Dvorak Stabat is that only seven of the ten cantatas fit on one CD. It is broken where Mary is in prayer and should immediately continue to the realization of the mortal death of Christ. Fortunately, the next two cantatas lead to the promise of ascension and eventual victory over mortal death. They are rousing and they are spiritually uplifting. If you have interest: A further example of Eastern Europe nationalism is "Ma Vlast" ("My Homeland") by Smetena, containing the famous river "Moldau" work, as well as Dvorak's own "Slavonic Dances".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bach: Morimur; Brand: Johann Sebastian Bach; Review: Beginning by quoting from the back of the album (which should have appeared in the Editorial Reviews in the first place): "Ancient art has a specific inner content. At one time, art possessed the same purpose that books do in our day, namely: to preserve and transmit knowledge. In olden days, people did not write books, they incorporated their knowledge into works of art. We would find a great many ideas in the works of ancient art passed down to us, if only we knew how to read them." (G. Gurdjeff) If you would have but one album of Johann Sebastian Bach (and I have many), this would be it. It captures the essence of the career and life and loves of the man. It has beauty, it has majesty, it has mystery and it has illusion. I regret that I don't know the German language, for I would be able to have a literal comprehension of this work. Notwithstanding that, by listening, I am back in the early Eighteenth Century and I can sense the profound love and loss of Maria Barbara and many of the children she bore him. Morimur is transcendence to another era in its purest sense.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music 1959 Original Broadway Cast; Brand: Rodgers & Hammerstein; Review: The plot of the play was young girl reaching maturity leaving the convent, growing up handling seven kids, falling in love, getting married, and facing adversity, growing up more this time with more resolve, the nuns inspiring and guiding her. Embarking on a new world as a mature woman leading a family. The plot of the movie was young girl stuck in a convent, having fun and games with children as she had never known, becoming sexually attracted to the father figure and vice versa, getting married, growing up, at last knowing what 16 going on 17 really meant, escaping the Nazis with the helpful buffoonery of the nuns. Still retaining her girlish charms grouped with the kids. "Climb Ev'ry Mountain" by Patricia Neway (the Abbess) is the greatest cut on any album I have ever heard. This song - not "The Hills Are Alive" - was the theme of the show. "How Can Love Survive?" and "No Way to Stop it (There's a crazy planet full of crazy people that's somersaulting all around the sun --)" gave a lot more insight into the Nazi era than the movie ever dared imagine. I note that all this was recorded November 22, 1959 - four years to the day before the Kennedy assassination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bob Booker and Earl Doud Present the First Family 2 Volumes; Brand: Vaughn Meader; Review: "The First Family" vols. 1 & 2 really put you back into 1962-1963 at the height of the Kennedy administration. When two characters are speaking, it sounds like there are two people in the room. There are tender moments with the Kennedy family, but there are far more interesting moments such as when Adenaur, de Gaulle, Nasser, Ben Gurion, Chang Kai-shek, Castro, Kruschev and Nkrume are sitting down to lunch. A lot of material is direct take-off from press conferences. There are references to well-known commercials and the politics of the time (a knowledge of the cabinet, the Senate and the IRS is recommended). There is deadpan and slapstick and pratfalls. There is Jewish humor. The timing and accents on the part of all the actors is perfect. Q. "When are we sending a man to the moon?" A. "Whenever Senator Goldwater wants to go!" What might detract from this album is that it is loaded with '62/'63 "inside" jokes - a few of them even I can't decipher. Who is Elsa Maxwell? Who is Paul Butler?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade / Tsar Saltan ~ Barenboim; Brand: Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov; Review: I started with the Scheherazade from the London Symphony Orchestra (Sir Charles Mackerras) and this one is BETTER (Enrique Batiz). The conducting is not quite the same such as there is much better use of percussion such as gongs, cymbals and triangles. The violin soloist (David Nolan) here is better than Kees Hulsmann as on the more expensive disk. This "Scheherazade" is better, also, because it is coupled with "The Tale of Tsar Saltan", another story from the Arabian Nights, as opposed to "Capriccio Espagnol". "Tsar Saltan" is sensitive and melodic, shows good use of triangles and brass, has superb orchestration and conducting, and finishes with a dramatic fluorish. A criticism: The violin soloist (David Nolan) is not mentioned in the liner notes. (...); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Complete Brandenburg Concertos / Overtures 1 & 2; Brand: Johann Sebastian Bach; Review: This is a Laserlight Digital recording. That means a recording out of copyright has been restored to its original condition. This also means the quality ranks with or outranks comparable recordings by rival groups. This 2-CD box set contains all six Brandenburgs and a pair of overtures (orchestral suites). Period instruments are used throughout. The first disc contains 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6. They are faster than I am used to with more expensive versions. They are masterfully conducted and coordinated. Their sound is great! You can really hear the string and wind instruments and the harpsichord. The second disc contains two orchestral suites (C-major and B-minor) and the 5th Brandenburg. It has the same quality of ensemble and sound as the first. The 2-CD Box Set is worth double the asking price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shostakovich: 24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87; Brand: D. Shostakovich; Review: An utterly sensitive and delicate performance. Mastery of intricate rhythms. Phrasing impeccable. Profound sense of the meaning of chords and chord changes. Innate sensibility as regards to the intentions of the composer. Total command of the instrument. Dynamics almost beyond belief. Acoustics and recording exceptional. First choice and first rate if you're into Shostakovich.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glass Harmonica; Brand: VARIOUS ARTISTS; Review: All right. This is a great album. It explores the history of the glass harmonica since the classical period. But to add to the other reviewers, there is one cut - the last cut - done by Thomas Bloch in the last century - Sancta Maria - that makes the whole album worthwhile. It is an extraordinary track and I don't care if the soprano is female or male. It is great music and a great listening pleasure. You will want to play it over and over again. Make it you most favorite MP3.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scarlatti: Complete Keyboard Sonatas, Vol. 1; Brand: SCARLATTI; Review: This CD contains dynamics, phrasing and embellishments on the piano, not the harpsichord. They are done very well but they have interspersed and overlaid the 20th century with the 17th.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scarlatti: Complete Keyboard Sonatas, Vol. 2; Brand: Michael Lewin; Review: This is in serious contrast to vol. 1 Scarlatti of the same series. A lot less pedal. A lot more staccato particularly in the fast sections. A lot more legato in the slow ones. Up tempo all the way. Lewin is abstemious with dynamics but he uses them well. He has an innate feel for rhythms. There is clarity to the sound. You can tell the left from the right hand throughout. Lewin does not let the embellishments overshadow the melody, and he deftly puts the piano in place of the harpsichord, making the most of the more advanced instrument. This vol. 2 of the Scarlatti series is a pleasure to hear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scarlatti: Complete Keyboard Sonatas, Vol. 3; Brand: Domenico Scarlatti; Review: It has been a privilege to hear Scarlatti vol. 1 with Eteri Andjapararidze, vol. 2 with Michael Lewin and vol. 3 (this album) with Jeno Jando on the piano. Although it would have been better to hear these works on their written instrument, the harpsichord, I have had a fascinating afternoon. With regard to Jeno Jando, his interpretation of Scarlatti is characterized by its fluidity, speed and emphasis. He abandons the staccato style of Lewin and he does not bring in 20th century interpretations of 17th century material as in vol. 1. This is yet a 20th century creation but it brings to the Baroque a new style which is not to be ignored. Jando does not bring out bouncing rhythms - he uses his left hand in conjunction with the right to bring out emphasis. On the whole, this is a superior album but for true Scarlatti fans, it is important to have ALL the albums in this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Art Of The Theremin; Brand: Clara Rockmore; Review: Imagine a virtuoso soprano with an unlimited upper range. Imagine a violin with the lower range of a cello. Imagine an instrument that allows for every nuance, for every slight embellishment, for every dynamic flourishment imaginiable. This album consists of plain piano and plain theramin - no other orchestration. The Theramin, as proved by Clara Rockmore, is capable of soaring song, of delicate melody, of pure expression. Rockmore's performance is a pure joy and a testament to the versatility of the instrument. When she takes off in the higher registers, the only thing missing is diction. But she more than amply supplies it with her exploration of all the registers this instrument is capable of - she is also capable of exploring the theramin as a contralto. This is an extraordinary album and well worth the price paid. Were it not for synthesizers and whatnot, the theramin would be envied as an instrument for virtuoso musicians.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Romeros: Celedonio, Celin, Pepe, and Angel: The Royal Family of the Spanish Guitar; Brand: Enrique Granados; Review: There are LOTS of alternatives out there on virtuoso guitar. Check the Segovia Collection. Check Barrueco Nylon and Steel. The only advantage this one has is price.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Romances for Saxophone; Brand: Branford Marsalis; Review: Branford Marsalis plays with all sensitivity and expression. Whether an orchestra or a chorus behind him. The album is characterized by dramatic interludes. He plays "Claire de Lune" by Debussy heartfelt exhibiting great range with a harp accompaniment. The ensemble is perfect. Due to the nature of the instrument, coloring is soulful and mournful throughout. Marsalis handles the phrasing well but does not overcome the limitations of his instrument. If you're looking for "hot, down and dirty Sax", this is not the album you are looking for. If you are looking to expand your collection of classical music, it is.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rameau: Orchestral Suites vol. 1; Brand: JEAN PHILIPPE RAMEAU; Review: Rameau at his best. Flutes, tambourines and strings in wonderful arrangement. Oboes in the slow movements played with infinite precision. Tubas and horns adding contrast. Embellishment with the greatest of delicacy. Rhythm is created by stress on the strings and overlay of the other instruments. A tribute to the 18th century and the royal court of Louis XV. Here, the ensemble Capella Savaria, led by Mary Terey-Smith, a Hungarian who became an accomplished academician in the United States and Canada, uses original instruments to create the authentic sound of the royal court in Baroque France. This is supposed to be "opera", but it is far from the "operas" two centuries hence and, controversally, the Italian operas of the day. The libretto is not disclosed nor is it significant. Polyphony is restrained but very much evident in multi-instrument dialogues and duets. The interplay of the flutes with the strings and other instruments is very satisfying. It all culminates in a rousing finale in 6/8 time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rachmaninoff: Vespers Mass for Unaccompanied Chorus; Brand: Sergey Rachmaninoff; Review: This is not Gregorian chant -- it uses a full choir of men and women. This is not a Mass -- it is an All-Night vigil. Rachmaninoff has strayed from his famous piano concertos to write a cappella choral music of ancient Russian heritage. It has a tremendously Russian flavor with chord changes and use of soft and loud. This flavor is aided by the use of the Russian language. Of note, the text of some of the hymns revolves around worship of the Virgin Mary. Emphasis is placed on resurrection with concluding thanks to the Mother of God.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Missa Mexicana; Brand: Andrew Lawrence-King; Review: I have explored the great cathedral in Puebla, I have meditated upon the Aztec calendar stone in the Museo de Antropologia, I have attended Mexican weddings and I have studied the native language Nahuatl. This is a European Harp Consort - it is not Mexican. At the least it could have included Mariachi music. It has no sense of time: 1588, 1820, 1917. It cannot tell the difference between Mayan and Toltec. It is a very pleasant album to listen to, but it is NOT Mexican.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Music for St Paul's; Brand: George Frederick Handel; Review: The singing is beautiful, melodious and full of harmony. The organ would make Bach proud. But the lyrics do not stand out. In fact, they are obliterated by the surrounding melodies. I hate to do this, but I am comparing with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. These little boys would learn from them. It is a pity that these grand lyrics should be obscured by inept singing by a choir of young boys and men.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Equal Rights; Brand: Peter Tosh; Review: This is an especially good album ... . It talks about freedom and rights and it does it with a rhythm and beat ...". If you order this album through Amazon, they will hit you with "reggae" until you are sick of it. There are references to apartheid in South Africa. There is a live audience that is very responsive. This is definitely NOT Harry Belafonte. ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Papa Blues; Brand: Papa John Creach; Review: Papa John Creach does double duty on this album as a vocalist and solo violinist. On this album, he is working with the Bernie Pearl Blues Band, an excellent ensemble even if Papa John were not working with them. Papa John can do with a violin what Izhak Perlman can't. The CD is on the Bee Bump Records label - not exactly mainstream but it should be. The best cut is the "Bumble Bee Blues" but the entire album is one you will want to have - DEMAND to have - if you enjoy the blues.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brazilian Portrait: Villa-Lobos & the Guitar Music of Brazil; Brand: Luiz Bonfa; Review: This is an exquisitely beautiful album that captures the very essence of Brazil. Of all the solo guitar albums in my collection, this is the most expressive and poignant. The performance is masterful, intricate and sensitive. There is a wide mastery of inflection and style. Gerald Garcia is one of the true masters of solo guitar at any level much less Brazilian. (This album was recorded in 1988.) So treat yourself to the best 72'46" of listening pleasure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost Recordings RCA; Brand: Glenn Miller; Review: You have to realize that these discs were recorded at the height of World War II. The "jerries" were just across the English Channel. Here we have Glenn Miller toned down - Henry Mancini or Montovani - while retaining the whole of his best work. A lot of German soldiers must have dreamed of Betty Grable after these broadcasts. It is obvious that the Glenn Miller Orchestra contributed a lot to the war effort. D-Day was only part of it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: What the Gospels Meant; Author: Visit Amazon's Garry Wills Page; Review: Garry Wills' knowledge of ancient Greek drives this discourse where he continually reminds us to consider the historical setting of Jesus' life, the motivation of each gospel writer in telling his story, and the importance they all placed on linking Jesus with the Jewish scripture and prophecies. For myself? I see the search for Jesus' true mission and message going on and on, but with his core teachings of love, acceptance, and faith in God surviving the scrutiny.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chasing the Sea: Lost Among the Ghosts of Empire in Central Asia; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom Bissell Page; Review: The author writes from a fund of historic knowledge about a place little known to most Americans, Uzbekistan. He had served there briefly in the Peace Corps and went back as a journalist conducting a study of the demise of the Aral Sea. It takes most of the book to get there but the journey is rich with people, experiences and personal discovery. I found him a man worth knowing, a gifted writer honestly engaging the reader as he recounts a modern day Asiatic trek.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dakota - A Spiritual Geography; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathleen Norris Page; Review: This book is a patchwork of writings, many previously published, inviting us to visit the plains of North America. Many of the pieces effectively transport you there -- to small towns set apart under the big sky, remote enough to challenge our cultural concepts. Others are more personal, taking you on the author's "spiritual journey," and in these you meet Kathleen Norris the seeker. I'm not sure if it all came together as she intended. I learned things I didn't know about the sparsely settled plains states of our country. If you also want to explore some inner territory, you might like this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gerald Durrell (Authorised Biography); Author: Visit Amazon's Douglas Botting Page; Review: Douglas Botting is a terrific writer and he has chosen a compelling subject, zoo-master nnd conservationist Gerald Durrell. Using passages from Durrell's own vivid descriptions, this book is a lively journey to exotic places, but neither the settings nor the creatures fascinate as much as the man himself. His unique childhood, his dedication to the natural world, his many enterprises and a tumultuous personal life are all here -- and photographs too. A great find.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Britain's Royal Families: The Complete Genealogy; Author: Visit Amazon's Alison Weir Page; Review: This is a complete record, accessibly arranged. As you would expect from this writer, well done. If you are into British histiory, get this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Landscape of Britain; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Fortey Page; Review: An engaging writer, Fortey not only knows his rocks but writes about prehistoric life, country living today and a wealth of national history. Walk the highlands -- wearing warm clothes and sturdy boots -- and view the lakes, green hills and fields of this ancient island. Illustrations add to the experience, and reading this book is the next thing to being there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference?; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip Yancey Page; Review: So many ideas and experiences are examined, not only the author's but many other people's shared in detail. As always, Mr. Yancey is readable and down to earth. Get involved in the conversation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Was Just Wondering; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip Yancey Page; Review: Mr. Yancey writes as if he wre holding a conversation with the reader. He doesn't talk down to you or avoid your questions. These are short pieces based on his columns, read quickly but don't stop thinking about what he had to say.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sea Around Us, Special Edition; Author: Rachel Carson; Review: This landmark book was for many the first glimpse of the underwater world of our vast oceans. While there have been many discoveries since it was written, Carson's writing is captivaating and worth diving into.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Humorists: From Hogarth to Noel Coward; Author: Visit Amazon's Paul Johnson Page; Review: What is a humorist? This book profiles people as diverse as Benjamin Franklin and Stan Laurel. They might capitalize on human quirks or just do amusing things with their hands. They each have a unique style, based on observation interpreted with wit. The reader may not be trying to analyze humor, but it does become clear that humor is largely about human absurdity and the unexpected. Each chapter is based on research and a thoughtful assessment of an artist's work. They truly are artists, and they deserve historic recognition for lightening the human spirit and bringing us pleasure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sails Luxury Apartments; City: Merimbula New South Wales; Review: This is one of the finest properties I have ever stayed in. Merimbula offers a number of great places to stay Sails has to be the best place the pool is heated all year round and is just great relaxing in the spa end late in the evening. BBQ facilities and just a short walk to Main Beach. Short walk across the bridge to town and the Waterfront cafe; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sails Luxury Apartments; City: Forster New South Wales; Review: We stayed on the 8th floor with fantastic views over the Forster beach and saw whales frolicking in the ocean along with the dolphins from the east end of the unit. From the western end of the balcony we could see across Lake Wallis to the mountains. The unit was very comfortable and clean well managed by Garry, Anne & Jo who personally greeted us each time we went through reception. The unit is situated in walking distance of the beach and town and has a very client friendly spa, swimming pool, sauna and tennis court. The undercover security car parking is a plus and takes the worry out of any loss or damage to your car. We will definitely say here again and recommend the apartments to anyone wanting a relaxed holiday. The unit was accurate to the website description.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Sydney Norwest; City: Baulkham Hills The Hills Shire Greater Sydney New South Wales; Review: The room was very comfortable and spacious. Great comfortable bed. Disappointed we did not get help with luggage as I am disabled and walk with two walking sticks. The car park is steps away or a long ramp from reception. Had to pay for internet a bit surprised as Novotel Manly does not charge for internet!!! The mini bar prices are much less than Manly however. Breakfast was great and espresso coffees were free, a real plus.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Caribbean Motel; City: Coffs Harbour New South Wales; Review: The motel is very clean the staff are friendly and convenient to the restaurant strip at Coffs Jetty. The accessible room is near the car park and has plenty of room. The bed is a bit low, the desk is correct height. The bathroom needs more grab handles there are none around the toilet and the shower could have an extra one just for safety.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cowra Services Club Motel; City: Cowra New South Wales; Review: The Cowra Services Motel is one of the best motels we have stayed in over the last few years. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. We had been travelling for 4 days and just wanted a quiet night. The staff recommended the RSL next door and then suggested we could order from the bistro and it would be delivered to the room and charged to the motel. The rooms were quite comfortable and very roomy and the bathroom was great and had plenty of room. I had booked for the wrong night and they did not charge me for the night before as a "No Show" If you are in the area make sure you stay here; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Squatter s Homestead Motel; City: Casino New South Wales; Review: The motel rooms did not represent the photos on tripadvisor and it was very small. The bed was very soft the bathroom was small and ad been renovated but did not make up for the small room. The wi-fi reception was very poor and Foxtel poor reception.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quality Hotel Powerhouse Armidale; City: Armidale New South Wales; Review: The Quality Powerhouse is a top quality motel and we were impressed with all aspects from reception to the room and the dinner in the restaurant. If you dine in the restaurant and enjoy a great curry then Lucy's Indonesian Curry is the meal to order. The room was a high standard and equal to 4 or 5 star quality. All the staff we interacted with were great and when we left for another day's travel we were offered a couple of bottles of water free of charge to take with us.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Wichita Northeast; City: Wichita Kansas; Review: Our room was spacious, super clean and the staff worked hard to make our stay worry free. Thank you to the hotel manager for organizing our family in rooms near each other so we could enjoy each other without interrupting other guests.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Loyal Inn; City: Seattle Washington; Review: We unexpectedly had to stay in Seattle. The gentleman who checked us in was extremely helpful despite the fact that we checked in well past 11pm. The room was comfortable and the location was perfect.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Ahtanum Inn; City: Yakima Washington; Review: We were traveling through the area and had good experiences with Best Western in the past. Very helpful staff. Small bathrooms. Good location. Would stay her again when in the area. We did not eat breakfast here. Staff provided good information about the area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Syracuse Airport; City: North Syracuse Finger Lakes New Y; Review: The staff here was very friendly and made sure we were taken care of, shuttle was quick and efficient. Great breakfast variety of hot and cold. Great coffee. Didn't realize they have a restaurant. Easy to get to, close to 81. Park and fly option is available.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: University Inn Academic Suites; City: Orono Maine; Review: Our room was well decorated with great surface space to spread out. We enjoyed the patio facing the river. The staff was always friendly. Our room was very clean and the breakfast was well prepared. I especially appreciated the fresh cut up fruit and nice variety. It is an easy walk to the village and the coffee shops, breweries and restaurants. Overall, a great place to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Plattsburgh; City: Plattsburgh New York; Review: This hotel appears to be new. Beautiful, inviting rooms. Good breakfast with multitude of choices including fresh fruit. Great staff and excellent location. We unexpectedly needed an additional night in a very booked city and the staff were very accommodating in finding us a room at a good rate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tailwater Lodge Altmar Tapestry Collection by Hilton; City: Altmar Finger Lakes New York; Review: This property is brand new. The rooms are very comfortable. The bar has an outstanding selection of NY State beer and wine. My steak at the restaurant was cooked to perfection. I was the perfect short respite.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Syracuse Airport; City: North Syracuse Finger Lakes New Y; Review: We consistently use this property when flying in and out of Syracuse. The property has a lot to offer and is updating. The restaurant is open late to accommodate our arrival after work. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The access is easy, so close you could walk to the airport.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saratoga Arms; City: Saratoga Springs New York; Review: We were passing through Saratoga Springs and decided to stay at the Saratoga Arms. What a wonderful experience. It started with personal contact after booking, continued with the outstanding greeting we received on arrival, the personal attention at breakfast and the follow-up after our stay. The room was very inviting and comfortable, I spent the morning finishing a baby gift for an upcoming shower. The hotel is located right downtown so we walked to dinner and comfortably strolled home. It was a perfect evening so spent time relaxing on the front porch. All in all a very enjoyable experience. This has become our new favorite place to stay in Saratoga!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Plattsburgh; City: Plattsburgh New York; Review: Great experience. Great location with everything you could want under one roof. We used the lounge for a couple of beers and had a great time. We ate off property and should have stayed on the property .; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Voyager Beach Resort; City: Mombasa Coast Province; Review: Just back from Mombasa, stayed 10 days in Voyager beach Hotel. Wonderfull experience. Highlight of my trip was the staff. Wonderful, friendly and helpful staff. I would mention here few names I remember. Captain Stanley was very good to us.More....Faith,Richard, Marrion M or K , jacklin( may be wrong spelling) House keeper David......I can go on and on all of them were so nice. now the negative part of the hotel. Rooms are nice and clean but showers do need upgrading, Very old and tired looking Bathroom definitely needs upgrading. Most negative comment is their Italian Restaurant. Very slow and lousy service. Food looked like ...chef didn't seem to be Italian or he did not know Italian food. Asking for chilly oil.....what you get was small bowl of olive oil and another bowl of green chilly how do you make chilly oil of this.....!!!!! Ordered Pizza with one side no tamatoes as one of us did not like. What you get one side only tomato and rest everything ....... well no wonder there were not many tables taken or booked. Very negative part of whole stay. Lovely landscaped garden,nice pools and nice food in main kitchen Overall will go back again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Nalanda; City: Ahmedabad Ahmedabad District Gujarat; Review: During my recent stay, was disappointed with falling standards. Upon complaining staff was swift to correct the short coming. Ever so helpful staff and management brings you back to use this hotel. Would like to see lot more improvements. For overseas visitors liquor shop was very refreshingly welcomed. I would like to strongly mention the tranfer service provided were both time very poor and very very undesirable drivers with the vehicles.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smartline Meridian Hotel; City: Sunny Beach Burgas Province; Review: Just back from Sunny Beach Bulgaria. Srcond time in two years. Love Sunny Beac Hotel Meradian stay was comfortable and cosy. The Area around the Hotel is nice and laid back.The staff was very pleasant and helpful. Food was plenty and good. Only negative I will like to mention is the room was comfortable specialy he bed was fine but th only complant was the room service. the bed linen was not changed in five days and also the room and bathroom was not properly cleaned. The bathroom needs really updting, too small shower cubicle and basin was a joke. Also Wi Fi was in a very bad taste. use it for few minute and stops ...enter the passwaor again and waorks for few minutes stops... in a very ver unusable state. allthough upon complaining to a pleasant manager things got mving but it was too late for us.Overall good stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sea Princess; City: Mumbai Maharashtra; Review: In my recent visit two weeks ago was the first time after the renovation of the ground foyer area. Not that happy since they have given the bar to outside on contract.Drinks have gone very expensive, you can compare with five star hotel.The choice of drinks is very limited compare to previous bar they had. The old bar they had was cosy and friendly inviting atmosphere. The staff at the bar was not up to the standard and inexperiened.Mainy cosmetic improvement,Sadly will try to look some where else now that my favourite place has tried to improve the looks and lost the plot.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Masa International; City: Torrevieja Costa Blanca Province of Alicante Valencian Country; Review: As used this hotel before in first week of Nov. Stayed there for few nights. Small cosy hotel with very nice restaurant with superb view and nice bar too. Friendly staff and for short stay will recommend this hotel anytime. Beach near and town Walking distance. No complaints.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Nalanda; City: Ahmedabad Ahmedabad District Gujarat; Review: My recent visit to Ahmedabad as usual I booked Nalanda. Landing at 4.00 in the morning upon checking in needed good sleep after long flight. I ended changing the room three times. Most of the staff was changed by new management(owner). Although the new staff appear to help the whole experience was ‘never come again ‘. Management policy appears to be increase the terriff and cut the cost even the hair dryer was now removed from the room, Terrible Wi Fi ,most of the time wouldn’t work in the rooms. Restaurant although the food was OK ish but new staff appear to be useless Even the breakfast was called complimentary but useless. The managers tried hard to persuade me to stay longer but I left. Sorry even the bathroom was terrible. Lots of regular that I know wouldn’t use this Hotel even the location that also attracted the guests. I blame foreign return new (owners) management for decline in everything for their idea of making money without any experience in hospitality businesses.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Iron Man 2; Brand: Robert Downey Jr.; Review: It was hard to live up to the hype of the original Iron Man. Nonetheless, Iron man 2 is still action packed, fun to watch, and an overall great time! 8.5/10; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird; Brand: Gregory Peck; Review: One of the best movies ever made, along with one of the best books ever made. Movies are hard to come by in this day, but this is one that anyone and everyone could and can love.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Gatsby 2013; Brand: Leonardo DiCaprio; Review: Leonardo Dicaprio has done it again. One of the greatest actors of our time, his role is perfect in a thrilling movie overall.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prometheus; Brand: Noomi Rapace; Review: It has its problems, but for science-fiction visual representation and on the edge of your seat experiences, it does not get any better than Prometheus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Mr. Banks; Brand: Emma Thompson; Review: It has charm, an interesting story-line and Tom Hanks delivers a great tone for his character. A new renound respect for the creation of Mary-Poppins had been created.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Way, Way Back; Brand: Steve Carell; Review: It is an interesting drama/comedy and is my favorite movie of 2013. Great performances and a unique story creates an awesome all-around movie.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gravity 2013 Region Free; Brand: George Clooney; Review: It has its ups and downs, but for on the edge of your seat experiences and great effects, it pulls you in for a thrill-ride of a lifetime.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Journey to the Well: A Novel; Author: Diana Taylor; Review: This book is a must read! It really shows you how good we have it sometimes, and shows the mercy of God and His grace!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Claudia, Wife of Pontius Pilate: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Diana Wallis Taylor Page; Review: This book was an amazing read. I love how the author is descriptive, but not so much that it goes on and on. It is an awesome read, by a great author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Immortal Reborn - Choices of the Heart (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Natalie D Wilson Page; Review: Not as good as the first two!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims: Time-Travel Adventures with Exceptional Americans; Author: Visit Amazon's Rush Limbaugh Page; Review: all 3 kids and I thoroughly enjoyed it! We will read all 3 books!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kisses from Katie: A Story of Relentless Love and Redemption; Author: Visit Amazon's Katie Davis Majors Page; Review: Loved it! Life changing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For the Love: Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards; Author: Visit Amazon's Jen Hatmaker Page; Review: Loved it! I laughed so hard I cried; while also very thought provoking! My all time favorite book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taxi (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Racing Stripes (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Head of State (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Drumline (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Changing Lanes (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Woodsman (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tarzan (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostage (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holes (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Elite Screens Tripod Series, 99-INCH 1:1, Adjustable Multi Aspect Ratio Portable Indoor Outdoor Projector Screen, 8K; Brand: Elite Screens; Review: It's a little awkward and bends at the sides when fully pulled up. But for the most part, it does the job. We'll see how long it actually it holds up for.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cable Matters Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Cable (Mini DP to DP) in White 6 Feet - Thunderbolt; Brand: Cable Matters; Review: Used it to connect my ASUS 4k monitor at 60HZ just fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Satechi 4 Port Portable USB 3.0 Hub for Ultra Book, MacBook Air, Windows 8 Tablet PC (4USB Black); Brand: Satechi; Review: I haven't used it much. But it does what basic USB hubs are intended to do (albeit this is USB 3.0). No issues with backwards compatibility either.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of Marley Liberate XLBT Wireless, Bluetooth, Over Ear Foldable Headphones; Brand: House of Marley; Review: Pros - Excellent sound quality over Bluetooth - Ability to use Bluetooth OR 3.5mm with smartphone support. - Decent battery life - should get most through the day - Nice feel on the ears Cons - Proprietary 3.5mm jack - if this ever goes missing, I'll be SOL or have to buy a House of Marley replacement cable :/ - The sound response over 3.5mm is bass heavy. I assume that the connection is directly attached to the drivers in the headphones and doesn't receive any pre-processing. That being said, the Bluetooth connection is seemly good as it probably receives some kind of EQ or quality treatment before hitting the drivers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 4K QFHD/HD 16X Long Zoom Digital Camera (Black) + Panasonic 16 GB UH3 SD Card; Brand: Panasonic; Review: Great Camera; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link AC1750 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Router, 802.11ac Internet Router, Wireless routers for home(Archer C7); Brand: TP-LINK; Review: The 5GHZ range could be a lot better. Other than that, it's a fine upgrade!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pyle-Pro Pyle, 15 Feet (PPSS15); Brand: Pyle; Review: This cable is a great bang for your buck if you aren't looking to spend over $80 for 2 speakon speaker cables. The attachment to the speakers/amp works, but you can tell the connector is cheap (knocking off a star). Although after 2 years and 16 gigs, I haven't experienced any issues with the performance or the connectors themselves. In response, to all of the bad reviews from other reviewers, it does seem clear that Pyle has a quality control issue when it comes to these cables, I just haven't experienced it yet with the 8 cables I've purchased from them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ASUS ZenBook UX305UA 13.3-Inch Laptop (6th Generation Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, Windows 10), Titanium Gold; Brand: Asus; Review: Everything about this laptop is a great value. The only caveat is that the function keys still require you to hit the function key combination to work. ASUS, we aren't in 2012, people would rather use the these keys to adjust the brightness or manipulate the volume.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: iMBAPrice iMBA-PS-06MF 6-Feet Gold Plated 3.5mm Male to 3.5mm Female Extension Stereo Audio Cable; Brand: iMBAPrice; Review: The cable itself seemed okay initially. Only when I went to use a few pair of headphones did I encounter issues. For some reason, it won't fit correctly with half of my headphones and won't work at all on my iPhone or Samsung earbuds. The icing on the cake was when I found out the L/R signals were swapped. The only reason why this thing didn't get a 1-star is because it didn't fall apart physically on me. I do not recommend this extension cable, go with something else.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: AGPtek Portable Power Strip Travel Charger with 1 Universal Plugs Wide Range Outlet; Brand: AGPTEK; Review: This little device has earned its way onto my nightstand and a place in my travel bag. Whether you have two phones like me or have a tablet and cellphone combination, this little device is perfect for you. You also gain an outlet to plug in something else like another charger or a laptop.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dell Ultra HD 4k Monitor P2715Q 27-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor; Brand: Dell; Review: This 4K IPS Monitor for Dell is a delight to use. The color reproduction is on point and the 4K resolution makes lower DPI screens look like a toy. The only fault I have with this monitor is it's size and the bezels. First the bezels are a little bit on the larger size. I understand what the design team was trying to go for, but the rounded edges make it seem like the bezels are larger than they really are. Second, 27-inch for a 4k 150% DPI screen is a little on the small side. After using some other 4K monitors at 28-inches, I find that the extra inch is the sweet spot for these settings. That being said, this monitor is great when you compare it's feature set and price to others in the market. It's not going to give you that 1 ms response time, but it's only about 1-2 ms slower than another monitor rated at 1 ms response time, even with the Dell monitors "Gaming Mode" mode off.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AVAWO Universal 12" Inch Flexible Tripod Wrapable Leg Quick Release Plate for; Brand: AVAWO; Review: This mini-tripod is pretty awesome for its price. It's able to hang from anywhere it's able to get it's legs around. I'm able to hang my iPhone 7 Plus from wiremold and poles. It also serves as a great table tripod. Would highly recommend. I'll update this review in regards to it's durability and longevity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingston Digital 480GB SSDNow UV400 SATA 3 2.5" Solid State Drive SUV400S37/480G; Brand: Kingston; Review: Very, very early review, but this cheap SSD does as intended. Outpaces any HDD of the same size. Definitely recommend if you're trying to breathe some new life into older machines.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link AC1900 High Power Wireless Wi-Fi Gigabit Router, Ideal for Gaming (Archer C1900); Brand: TP-LINK; Review: The signal from this thing is definitely stronger when compared to it's AC1750 counterpart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YI 4K Action and Sports Camera, 4K/30fps Video 12MP Raw Image with EIS, Live Stream, Voice Control - Black; Brand: YI; Review: This product is great competitor to the GoPro models. Pros - Price vs the GoPro makes this a great deal - The OSD is super simple, quick, and effective at getting what you need to. - Picture from the 4K UHD is pretty great with my only grip is that it seems softer than higher priced DSLRs - This is my first action camera, but charging over USB AND a removable battery is amazing. Even charging it/powering it when it's on is great. Cons - BIG CON: The left mic on my YI barely works if at all, it only picks up light background noise or body noise (i.e my fingers touching it). My first thought was that maybe the left mic was directional, but after performing a test recording from all different angles, I couldn't get this mic to work. I'm not sure if I have a defect or not. - The body of the camera has a cheap plastic feeling to it. Throwing in some extra money for a more durable build (rubber maybe?) would have been worth it as I feel like I almost have to get a case for it. For the case, I purchased YI's complimentary leather case. Alas this is my first take on the camera. I haven't used it's other features like the complimentary app, EIS, low-light, or any video mode other than the 4K Ultra/30 FPS (which I believe is their version of HDR). I'll update this review with my thoughts.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: GLS Audio 25 feet Speaker Cable 12AWG Patch Cords; Brand: GLS Audio; Review: This is a true 12AWG Speakon cable. Unlike the others that are crazy thin.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samsung T3 Portable SSD - 250GB - USB 3.1 External SSD (MU-PT250B/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: Has weird issues when connecting to certain USB 3 devices.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Liquid Health For Animals K9 Ear Solutions 12 oz Liquid; Brand: Liquid Health; Review: Cleared up my dogs stinky, scratchy ears in less time than expected. Spent way too much on vet bills and this stuff did what the rx's should have!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PlayaPup Pup Chiller Cooling Mat, Pressure Activated, Non-Toxic Gel, Blue; Brand: PlayaPup; Review: My new pup made it through the summer on this pad! She is a heavy coat breed, and never strayed too far from this during when she napped!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indipets Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Pail; Brand: Indipets; Review: Heavy duty, beautifully made. Purchased to use as a large dog watering bucket. Wished I hadn't waited so long, this is a great bucket. Found out plastic buckets harbor too many bacteria, my female dog was struggling with urinary tract infections, even with scrubbign the plastic bucket using disinfectant. This is a must have. Sturdy. Will order more for other uses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gardnerpet THE BEST Extra Large Dog Pet Training Pads 2, 10, 30, 50-count, 100-count, 200-count 24-Inch By 24-Inch Max-Absorb; Brand: ICShopToday; Review: These are the best puppy training pads I have tried. Five Great Pyrenees puppies. That's a lot of testing, folks !! Holds liquid better than anything else I've tried, stays flatter, edge leaking is almost non-existant. This will be my go to product with the next litter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nupro Nutri-Pet All Natural Supplement for Dogs; Brand: Nupro; Review: My adult dog and puppy love this stuff. The ingredients are top notch. I can see why show dogs are given this. Believe it or not, this just will last a long time. Have two Great Pyrenees. Happy and healthy. Tried Dinovite, they would eat it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: N- Bone Puppy Teething Treat 3.74 oz; Brand: N-Bone; Review: Puppy chewed them up way too fast. But he liked them. And didn't cause still issues.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nupro Nutri-Pet All Natural Supplement for Dogs; Brand: Nupro; Review: My adult dog and puppy love this stuff. The ingredients are top notch. I can see why show dogs are given this. Believe it or not, this just will last a long time. Have two Great Pyrenees. Happy and healthy. Tried Dinovite, they would eat it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KONG Senior Dog Toy, Purple; Brand: KONG; Review: Says senior, but perfect for puppies. Small teeth need softer chews.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Puppy Biscuits Natural Chicken Flavor 4 Pounds; Brand: Iams; Review: These biscuits are like crack for my puppy. He's going to need a support group when I cut him back....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wellness Soft Puppy Bites Natural Grain Free Puppy Training Treats, Lamb & Salmon, 3-Ounce Bag; Brand: Wellness Natural Pet Food; Review: Too stinky, gave my puppy gas.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nutro Max Cat Indoor Adult Dry Cat Food, Weight Control, (1)16 Pounds; Rich In Nutrients And Full Of; Brand: Nutro; Review: Yup, great food. Easily switch my eight year old cat over to this product. Was using Purina, but know this company is better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eagle Pack Natural Dry Dog Food Large Breed Puppy Food Lamb, Chicken & Fish; Brand: Eagle Pack Natural Pet Food; Review: Great company, however, puppy wouldn't eat it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: PetProjekt Cozmo; Brand: PetProjekt; Review: Love this toy, it's a softer rubber, easy for teething puppies, yet hard enough they can't chew through it. Thought my pup would love it (he's a Great Pyrenees), but, not so much. I am more impressed than he is at this point. But I'm keeping it around, cuz it'll be a great toy to throw around outside, and then he'll want to keep it away from me !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Triumph Puppy Biscuit, 24 Oz, Medium; Brand: Triumph; Review: Puppy didn't like them at all, and he eats everything else.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Upgraded Dogwidgets DW-3 Rechargeable Remote Dog Training Shock and Vibration Collar; Brand: Dogwidgets; Review: Tested this on myself before putting it on my Pyrenees. Worked on me, so I shaved a spot on her neck. No result at all. She can feel the vibration 50 feet in one direction, but nothing the opposite direction. Doesn't make sense. Shock didn't work at all in any direction. Am trying to keep her from chasing cars. She just started that at the age of four. This product may very well be a good product, just isn't working for us. I can't shave any more off her neck. Her skin is right up against the prongs. Not sure why it isn't working.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dog Pee Pads and Puppy Training Potty Pads by Gardner Pet - 50 Count 100 Count Box -; Brand: Gardnerpet; Review: Well made, larger size for larger puppies. I tried several brands and this one is the one I will use in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Lay's Newest Flavor Is Grilled Cheese And Tomato Soup, So It's About To Get Real Cozy 'Round Here; Abstract: These were made to be stuffed inside your sandwich.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: The 'Joker' stairs might be New York's latest tourist attraction; Abstract: Fans of the "Joker" movie, which hit theaters earlier this month, are making the stairs featured in the film New York's newest tourist attraction.; Category: travel
Title: American Dream Nickelodeon Universe giant indoor theme park sells out for first weekend; Abstract: Nickelodeon Universe theme park in New Jersey has 35+ rides and attractions. It's touted as the largest indoor theme park in the Western Hemisphere.; Category: travel
Title: Hawaii airport and homes evacuated as fast-moving fire hits West Maui; Abstract: A fast-moving blaze is burning near the airport in West Maui, Hawaii, as firefighters scrambled to save nearby homes.; Category: weather
Title: This 2800-HP Turbocharged Hemi-Powered Supra Is the King of Flames; Abstract: When too much is not enough.; Category: autos
Title: Netflix's Playback Speed Feature Slammed By Judd Apatow; Abstract: The streaming giant is currently testing out a new feature that allows viewers to change the playback speed of content--and the "Big Sick" director disagrees. Watch!; Category: entertainment
Title: 'The Little Mermaid Live!': TV Review; Abstract: ABC's "hybrid format" live performance of the Disney classic spent more time replaying moments from the original film than staging a grand musical spectacular.; Category: tv
Title: Porsche launches into second story of New Jersey building, killing 2; Abstract: The Porsche went airborne off a median in Toms River, causing it to crash into a red brick building.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: SquareDealOnline - DV4R14BKWT - Standard 14mm DVD Cases - 4 Disc Capacity - Black - (5 Pack); Brand: Generac; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iNassen Compatible Earphone Adapter Headphone; Brand: iNassen; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sty-HD 9 pcs Rainbow of Colors Capacitive Stylus/Styli Touch Screen Cellphone Tablet Pen for iPhone 4 4s 3 3Gs iPod; Brand: StyHD; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3pcs Stylus Pen 5.5" with Replaceable Thin-Tip - Universal Capacitive High Precision Styli + Replacement Tips, Elastic Lanyards; Brand: The Friendly Swede; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snugg Leather Flip Stand Case for Apple iPad Mini & Mini 2 with Retina - Black; Brand: Protty; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SupCase Slim Fit Folio Leather Case Cover for 7.9-Inch Apple iPad mini, Black (MN-62A-BK); Brand: SUPCASE; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Executive Stylus for Touchscreen Devices - Blue; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gitzo GM2561T Series 2 6X Carbon Fiber Traveler Monopod Replaces GM2560T (Black); Brand: Gitzo; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 8 - 10.1 inch Café in Paris Silver Gray Netbook Notebook Laptop Sleeve Bag Carrying Case; Brand: Dell; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocketfish 30-Pin to Composite A/V and USB Cable 6 feet for iPad 2; Brand: Rocketfish; Review: As described - thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Nagoya Ekimae Montblanc Hotel; City: Nakamura Nagoya Aichi Prefecture Tokai Chubu; Review: This hotel is only a 2 minute walk away from JR Nagoya station, the subway and a shopping area which makes it a perfect place to stay if you are arriving or leaving by Shinkansen and don't want to drag heavy suitcases too far. It is classed as a Business Hotel which probably relates to the size of the very small bedrooms and even tinier bathroom, but the affordable rates and convenient location make up for any shortcomings. We chose a twin bedded room as it had a larger floor area than a doublebed room. The room was tired but spotlessly clean. My only complaint was that the room windows could not be opened for fresh air and we had to rely on airconditoning. The reception staff speak limited English but are happy to help wherever possible. The hotel also offers an Italian restaurant on the ground floor, a Japanese one on the second floor along with well equiped vending machines. I would definately stay here again if only because of the location.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: APA Hotel Kyoto Eki Horikawadori; City: Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: This hotel is in a brilliant position just a few minutes walk away from the amazing JR Kyoto Railway Station, is quite new and modern and was very reasonably priced which explained its constantly busy reception area. We knew to expect smaller hotel rooms in Japan than other Asian countries but our twin bedded room here was the smallest hotel room we had ever encountered. I particularly chose a twin room as I knew we would get more floor space than a double bed room but this room, in no way catered to foreign visitors lugging 2 large suitcases. Hanging space was at a minimum and we had to keep both cases closed and standing up in a corner and if one of us wanted to move around the room the other had to sit on the bed. The spotlessly clean and well equipped bathroom was a tiny prefabricated unit that was less than a meter wide and very claustrophobic. On the plus side- The staff were friendly, the windows opened for fresh air, the king single beds were comfortable, the lobby offered 2 internets at about $1 for 10 minutes and a microwave oven, and on the top floor were lovely Japanese style segregated hot baths available for Y100 ($1.20). I would only recommend this hotel to those travelling with very little luggage.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Villa Maria; City: Sanremo Italian Riviera Liguria; Review: Arrived for a stay of one night at this hotel. Very pleasant from the outside with attractive gardens and facade. The hotel is three connected buildings and our room was in the far building which allowed sweeping views of the jack hammering and renovation work going on next door. With heavy suitcases, the walk from reception to our room was not for the faint hearted! The room had not been touched in years, the furniture and bathroom facilities were ancient, as opposed to antique and the floorboards were broken meaning we had to watch our step carefully at all times. We complained to reception and asked for another room but were told the hotel was full and nothing could be done. We had booked the hotel nine months ago and secured the room with credit card details...so why did we get the worst room in the place?? We paid AU$150 for the night and consider it the worst value for money we spent in Italy. I would not recommend this hotel under any circumstances.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Astor; City: Limone sul Garda Province of Brescia Lombardy; Review: My husband and I stayed here last month so he could participate in the annual Lake Garda Marathon. We used the past Trip Advisor reviews of this hotel to make our decision and could not be happier. The hotel and staff lived up to all expectations and we could not find fault with any aspect of our stay. We opted for the half board option which gave us a huge selection at breakfast and a more than adequate choice at dinner and proved very good value for money when compared to the costs of the local Limone restaurants. The majority of hotel guests were older German trourists and the friendly and helpful staff all spoke German fluently but had enough English for us not to struggle . As we were driving, we decided to book a secure lock up garage located under the hotel - an extra 5euro per day- but could have easily and safely left the car in the hotel parking area on the road level. The only minor gripe...no air conditioning as this is shut down throughout the hotel after mid September. We had unseasonably warm weather and some air conditioning would have been appreciated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capitol Hotel; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: The hotel is in a great location for walking to the major shopping centres as taxis can be a problem with very congested traffic in this area. We requested a deluxe room on a high floor (13th) and could not have been happier with the aspect overlooking the towers through a floor to ceiling window. Rooms ending in 04,05,06 will have this view. The room was of average size but had a lovely big bathroom, a big bed with crisp white linens,a safe, bar fridge,jug and tea & coffee items and a very quiet a/c unit. The down side was that the carpet was grubby, the furniture and tv were tired, the lift motors could be heard inside the room and the music from the street below was very loud until 2:30am on Saturday night. Reception was friendly and helpful and for $A80 per night we were satisfied with our choice but would probably pay more and stay elsewhere next time.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hotel 91; City: New York City New York; Review: My son and I stayed here for 7 nights in March in a twin bed room on the 6th floor. We just needed a reasonably priced, comfortable and clean room close to a subway station and this hotel met our expectations. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was adequate. We liked the availability of the coin laundry on the 7th floor , the ice machine on the 4th, the complimentary tea and coffee on the second floor and the free wi-fi. The downside was the train noise from the Manhattan Bridge but with the double glazed windows closed it was only a minor concern. The single lift was very small and exceedingly slow at busy times. There is a Vietnamese bakery right next door that sells excellent pasteries and 20 meters away, under the bridge, is a Chinese supermarket selling fresh fruit and any other supplies you might require.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arabian Courtyard Hotel Spa; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: We booked a basic Heritage Room for 3 nights and on our arrival at 2am we were checked in and given the keys to a room on the second floor. When we opened the door, the stench of stale cigarette smoke was overpowering. We were exhausted from the long haul flight but agreed we could not stay in this room, so we dragged everything back downstairs to reception. As soon as we told him about the smell he handed us the keys to a Family Room on the 4th floor. This upgrade was totally unexpected and greatly altered my initially poor opinion of this hotel. Having a huge bedroom (4m x 8m) and a separate lounge/sitting/dining room (4m x 4m) with microwave, sink, 2nd tv, 2nd fridge and a sofa bed was a wonderful luxury. We also used the small but adequately equipped gym and the pool but at 7am the water temperature was already tepid and not refreshing. The hotel breakfast was average and a little on the expensive side so I would recommend the Arabian Teahouse Café a 6 minute walk away for a truly authentic breakfast in a beautiful setting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apartments Kordic; City: Kotor Kotor Municipality; Review: A delightful owner who provided very detailed directions and photographs when we booked, on how to find the apartments as there are no house numbers. On arrival she welcomed us with fresh fruit juice straight from her fruit trees and the following day she delivered a freshly baked cake to us. Although her English is limited we got by very well. Our apartment was on the middle level and had great views over the bay. It was immaculately clean, tastefully decorated, well designed and much larger than we expected. There was a large entry hall with an iron and ironing board and storage cupboard. A bright open plan room contained a kitchen /diner with large 2 door fridge freezer, microwave, 2 burner electric cook top, double bowl sink, table and 4 chairs, TV& Wi-Fi at one end, and a sofa bed and wall mounted air con unit at the other end. The bedroom had a comfortable queen bed and bedside tables plus cupboards and the bathroom was compact but well equipped. The balcony extended the full length of the apartment and held a table and chairs and was the perfect place for drinks as the sun went down. The apartments are on the main road and there was a lot of road noise but the windows/sliding doors were equipped with external metal shutters that could be lowered to provide privacy, stop the morning light and heat and to a lesser extent, reduce the noise level. Parking could be an issue in busier times but we had a very small rental and could park it beside the owners garage. There is a popular butcher/seafood supplier next door and for a very reasonable cost, you can select your meat or fish and have him cook it for you. One tiny negative was that there was no plug for the sink, no toaster in the kitchen nor a pan to fry anything .I am sure if I had asked, these items would have been provided. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and Mrs Kordic was a delightful host.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Istanbul International Airport; City: Istanbul; Review: Like many other reviews of this hotel, it's all the little issues that made this a less than enjoyable stay. Firstly it should be explained that the location is "close to the airport" but could not be described as an "airport hotel" as the taxi took at least 10 minutes in low traffic. The over-the-top hotel security measures were not explained nor were they a comfort; were we a target? . The water pressure in the over-the-bath shower was poor but we didn't linger as the position of the bath plug hole made it uncomfortable to stand there for long anyway. The only complimentary bathroom items were one tiny soap and three tissues in the box. The floor lift buttons were very hard to read ensuring an error every time we got in the lift. There were no bedside clock/radios; a wake up call had to be organised through the tv remote but the instructions were unfathomable. There was an ice machine on our floor but no ice in it. There was an iron in the room but no ironing board. Wi-Fi was available but it cost 20 euros. The room air conditioner control would not go lower than 24 and this did not cool the room which was already hot and stuffy when we checked in. The only item in the mini bar was a 1.5lt of water; as you cant drink the tap water, we assumed this was complimentary - but no, it was for sale. The final straw in our 10 hour transit stay here was when I used the ladies toilets on the ground floor. The lights were on a motion sensor and came on when you walked in the door, but if you stay too long in a cubicle then the lights go off and leave you in total darkness. Yes, the room was a good size, the black out curtains were great and the beds were comfortable BUT I really expect more of this chain and could not recommend this hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apartments Merica; City: Split Split Dalmatia County Dalmatia; Review: I really tried hard to like this apartment with its "rustic charm" exterior but the only positives were its handy location, a soft bed and a new 6kg washing machine. There was no one to meet us even though we had emailed our e.t.a. three times on the day of our arrival. Eventually the brother of the owner turned up but he did nothing more than take our payment and give us a phone number if we needed anything. The studio had only one small window that opened onto a very noise side street so the room was stuffy, dark and gloomy. The kitchenette lacked some basic holiday equipment like a toaster, wine glasses and coffee mugs . There was no overhead shower, just a hand-held nozzle and the wall mounted boiler/heater ran out of hot water three nights in a row. The access to the rear parking area is so narrow that its should be clearly explained to prospective guests that only very small cars will fit. Not my idea of a pleasant stay and I would look elsewhere if I were to return.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Macau; City: Macau; Review: Location was ideal for us to walk to all the tourist attractions. The staff were friendly and efficient and the front door security men were reassuring. Unfortunately we picked a time when the hotel restaurant had closed suddenly for renovations and the pool heater wasn't working but aside for that we were very happy with our stay. The twin bed room was well appointed, had comfortable beds and pillows and was quiet & restful. The new trend bathroom with a glass window looking into the bedroom wasn't to our taste but a roller blind gave plenty of privacy. Our only complaint related to the lazy shuttle bus driver who watched with indifference as we two 60 year old ladies struggled to get our heavy suitcases up the bus steps.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Salisbury YMCA of Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: I'm very pleased we opted to stay here as the location was perfect for everything we wanted to do on both sides of HK. Our standard twin bed room on the 11th floor was a good size for Asia and gave a partial view of the harbour. The beds were harder than we like and there was only 3 pillows and one blanket in the room. The air con was hard to get right and every day housekeeping turned it off so we returned to a stale smelly room (windows screwed shut) We didn't think housekeeping did a very good job overall but the front desk staff were all helpful and because of its proximity to everything we would certainly stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Saigon Hotel; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: Apart from the well appointed room, the very comfortable bed and the great food in the hotel restaurant, it was the concierge who made my stay memorable. The concierge team went above and beyond anything I expected when I asked their suggestions in locating a locally made item. They rang many outlets on my behalf and then typed out very specific directions enabling me to successfully complete my search. Its this type of service that would ensure my return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Metropark Hotel Hangzhou; City: Hangzhou Zhejiang; Review: The marble entry with sweeping staircases, huge chandelier and grand piano give a great first impression but enter the 6th floor hallways with low ceilings, and even lower wattage light-bulbs and its a different story altogether. Our room was dark and dingy with nowhere near enough lighting, no iron or ironing board, no bedside clock, filthy carpets and smelled of stale smoke. The air con was not adjustable but we could crank the window a few inches to get some fresh air. On the plus side, the bed was comfortable and the water pressure in the shower was great. OK for one night if the price is right.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai Hong Quan; City: Shanghai; Review: Our tour group stayed at this hotel earlier this week and some of the group had rooms they loved while others had rooms in dire need of renovation. Our small twin room on the 7th floor was in a very tired condition with filthy carpets and stained furniture. The shower was over the bath and no matter how hard we tried, the poor design guaranteed the area flooded and the wooden vanity blinds were saturated. The iron wall plug did not stay in the socket and required my partner to hold it in the wall until finished and the heat dial was totally missing. The room was hot and stuffy because the air conditioner would not adjust so we slept with the window open which was very noisy as the room looked over a busy street. Breakfast was served in another building altogether and seemed to be an after thought as our group were the only ones using it. Selection was poor and staff had no English making simple requests very difficult. We often ran out of clean plates, cutlery and glasses. Housekeeping failed to leave bath towels one day and friends dry cleaning was left untouched in their room. The location had nothing to offer international tourists and was a long way from Pudong and the Bund. A disappointing stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Altiplanico Bellas Artes; City: Santiago Santiago Metropolitan Region; Review: Yes, this boutique hotel has all the lovely qualities mentioned in previous posts - but we found that having the bathroom vanity/sink in the bedroom area and not inside a confined bathroom space provided no privacy at all and interrupted our partners sleep. The toilet and shower are behind such a poorly fitting opaque glass door that there was limited privacy. There was no need to design the bathroom in this way and to me its unnecessarily poor functionality. I would not stay here if travelling with family.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Athens Studios; City: Athens Attica; Review: We arrived on a day when the tiny lift had just been repaired. We were told it was operational and I got in with 2 cases - the door shut and it didn't move- nor did the door open again. There was no emergency button and no phone so I just screamed until someone opened it from the outside. We then proceeded to carry our heavy luggage up 4 flights of stairs (72 steps) to our apartment and we used those stairs for the entire length of our stay just be to safe. On entering our spacious unit we found that management had removed all the a/c remote controls "because it was November".- just not good enough when its still so warm in Athens this year. On check in we were given lots of verbal information but nothing written about breakfast hours and unfortunately we missed the cut off by 25 minutes. On a positive- the beds were comfortable, the apartment was clean and we loved our huge private balcony.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Creta Hotel; City: Agios Nikolaos Lasithi Prefecture Crete; Review: We had a very hard time trying to find this hotel using the car rental sat nav and Google maps and an even harder time trying to find somewhere to park close by, but I'm glad we persevered. The very friendly and welcoming receptionist gave us keys to two apartments before committing to the larger rear unit with a side view of the water from an enormous private patio area. The décor was dated but everything was functional and spotlessly clean.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Livikon Hotel; City: Sfakia Chania Prefecture Crete; Review: We stayed for just one night two weeks ago as a stop off point to get the ferry to Loutro. The staff were obviously tired after a long summer season because the man checking us in could barely manage a smile let alone make conversation. We were shown to a two bedroom unit on the top floor (lots of stairs) with a little balcony overlooking the sea. Amenities were basic: toiletries consisted of 2 tiny bars of wrapped soap. The shower was a hand held hose only with no shower curtain so the entire room was wet instantly. There was a little bar fridge in the room but it didn't keep anything cold and couldn't make ice. It would have been nice to have had a kettle and a second air conditioner in the other bedroom because airflow was nil and sleeping was uncomfortable even in November. Our booking showed "free parking" but the only place offered was the public parking area that cost us 3 euro to enter. I was a little disappointed with our stay but the experience would have improved considerably if the staff attitude was more positive.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Archontiko Santorini; City: Fira Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: My son and I stayed here last week and loved our beautifully decorated apartment and the magnificent views. The building has a long and important history dating back to 1865 and has been loving renovated and maintained by the on-site owners. Yes, there are lots and lots of steps that are hard work when carrying heavy suitcases, but that's true of so many places in Santorini. As an older traveller , I was a little wary of the apartments internal ladder up to the bedroom and this should be taken into consideration before booking here. Would I stay here again- absolutely!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ammos Suites; City: Rethymnon Rethymnon Prefecture Crete; Review: I very much enjoyed my two night stay in a lovely apartment on the first floor. The room was well appointed and had everything I could need Regina went out of her way to make me feel welcome and comfortable and I would certainly stay here again next time I visit Crete .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meriton Suites Southport; City: Southport Gold Coast Queensland; Review: Very well equiped apartment with lovely views over the Broadwater. The lack of free guest car parking was unexpected and even the pay parks at $30 a night were full So I was reduced to parking on the street.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Piccadily Hotel; City: New Delhi National Capital Territory of Delhi; Review: I was amazed at the total incompetence of the staff throughout the hotel. From the rude men running reception, who barely acknowledged my existence when checking in, to the staff in the coffee shop on the ground floor who stood around helplessly when I asked for a fork, to the barman who took 30 minutes to take my payment for 2 cans of beer. We used this hotel twice and both times the room key cards didn't work- meaning, at my 2am check in after a long haul flight, I had to drag my suitcase back down to the foyer to get it rectified- twice. One morning I arrived at breakfast at 7am to find that 80% of the food was gone and the rest was cold and stale (Danish's) but I couldn't even eat that as there wasn't a piece of china or cutlery available nor was there an available chair to sit on. The only beer the ground floor bar served was slightly warm cans of Budweiser at AU$9 a can and a very limited range of spirits with only coke or red bull available as mixers. The barman could not handle the workload of 6 patrons and had to be asked numerous times for the bill. The room wasn't too bad: the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was well equipped and the shower was hot, and the a.c. worked when it wanted to but didn't respond to the remote control. Unfortunately the bath towels were grey with age, the corridors all smelled stale and the carpets were filthy. The swimming pool was most unappealing with hundreds of pigeons using it as a bird bath. This hotel has great potential but management needs to step in NOW and train their staff to an acceptable level, before all the negative reviews by international guests impact their occupancy levels.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bagh; City: Bharatpur Bharatpur District Rajasthan; Review: The poor staff at this hotel didn't know what had hit them when 96 Australians on a package tour, descended on them just in time for lunch. It was chaotic to say the least and unfortunately, the worst food we had all trip. I hope this gets addressed soon as it was a complaint shared by all. My husband and I were extremely lucky to be given room #112. This was a much bigger room than those of our tour mates and we had a 50 sq. metre marble bedroom and a fully tiled marble bathroom of an additional 12 sq. meters. The room was so big that there were 4 ceiling fans and an a.c. unit to keep it comfortable, a bar fridge that actually froze a bottle of water (Yah!!!) tea and coffee facilities, a safe, and the biggest king size bed I have ever seen, with lovely clean linens. The 10 room building we were in, had a lovely alfresco sitting area and a fountain inlaid in marble and was quite close to the pool. It was very hot that evening and the owner/ manager quickly organised a table for 20 of us, who requested to eat outside. He was a gracious host and seemed genuinely interested in our constructive opinions on how to better meet international visitor needs. I do hope TripADeal continues to use this hotel on its Rajahstan tours as it oozes old world charm, showcases a past way of life and is a delightful stopover after visiting the Taj Mahal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aaram Baagh Pushkar; City: Pushkar Ajmer District Rajasthan; Review: I loved everything about this over- the- top, themed hotel, seemingly in the middle of nowhere. We stayed in the Egyptian block- complete with golden pharaohs, pyramids, the sphinx and even a mini Nile river. Our apartment had a partly equiped kitchen, an empty room off the kitchen,(???) a very large combined lounge /sleeping area, a separate room to store and hang our belongings, a very large tiled bathroom and a fully fenced, private outdoor area with a fully tiled in-ground spa big enough for 2 people. It was wonderful to have so much space and we didn't even mind the uphill walk to the main dining room and pool area . If you need assistance, the hotel will send a camel drawn cart or a tractor pulled carriage to collect you from the front of your themed apartment block. The meals were more than adequate and all the staff were friendly and helpful. The pool was a restful place to unwind at the end of a dusty day at the Camel Fair. Like a lot of hotels in India, WiFi was only available in and around reception.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FAIRWAY COLOMBO; City: Colombo Western Province; Review: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Fairway last week. The staff were exceedingly professional from the moment we arrived. Check- in was quick even though the reception area was packed with guests. Our cases were delivered promptly and we were given a map and talked through all the places to visit. We arrived hours before the normal check in time and we were offered a room immediately- something that rarely happens but was greatly appreciated. Even though we had a very ugly view over an old building, it was at the back of the hotel and we could not hear any noise at all. The room was modern, well equipment and immaculately clean. It was great fun to be part of the evening street party - one night it was a music and dance cultural show and the other was a band playing covers. We would certainly stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beach Castle Bed and Breakfast; City: Unawatuna Galle District Southern Province; Review: I just loved laying in a sun chair at the waters edge, watching the waves and feeling the spray as it hit the rocks just a meter or two away. We stayed here at the end of August and it felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. We had a well equipped room on the ground floor with plenty of floor space. Breakfast was simple but more than adequate. My only complaint was the lack of privacy in the bathroom. It had trellis type doors and those using it, were clearly visible to anyone in the bedroom area. Housekeeping was haphazard, water pressure in the shower was poor and ventilation was non existent but none of this would stop us from opting to stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of Leisure; City: Nuwara Eliya Central Province; Review: We recently stayed in the lower room with sweeping views over the valley and despite its large size it was very dated and shabby. The room door didn't shut without slamming, the pillows were long overdue to be replaced, the bed was very hard and the towels were thin. There was no wardrobe to hang anything up and the bathroom was a bright pink throwback to the 1950's with a wall hung water heater that provided a scalding hot shower that was difficult to control. I also saw the room on the top floor and its picture window was plastic and not glass. The upside was the cook, Sandun. This charming man took so much pride in the freshness of his food, its preparation, the cleanliness of his kitchen and his desire to please, that we couldn't help but feel very welcome and made this a memorable stay indeed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coral Sands Hotel; City: Hikkaduwa Galle District Southern Province; Review: This hotel missed the mark on so many levels. Firstly, the ladies at reception were incapable of dealing with any issues what so ever - don't even try! Luckily there was one male at the front desk who was extremely helpful. Our room on the first floor (no lift) was clean but the decor was old and battered and the bed only had sheets-no blankets unless requested from housekeeping and even then they were removed each day and had to be re-requested each evening. The limited lighting was so bad that we could not even read our books after sunset. The bathroom was small and had filthy grouting and threadbare grimy towels. The slow and patchy Wi-fi was only available in the public areas and in this day and age that just isn't convenient or good enough. The barman had no idea how to make the cocktails in the menu and didn't even get the ingredients correct for the drinks we ordered. On our day of arrival, lunch was so bad it was totally inedible. We never ate at the hotel again apart from breakfast which was included in the room rate and wasn't too bad The pool never appeared to be clean and had a milky look to it. One night we saw a maintenance man scooping what looked like custard , off the top of it. I did like the security from the hotel onto the beach but directly in front of the hotel there were 42 boats moored and from early morning to sunset at least 3 or 4 glass bottom boats continuously trolled up and down the hotel beach just meters from the sand, spewing fuel fumes into the air, making it an unpleasant place to be . The hotel offers no day time activities- such as a cooking or yoga class or pool games and at night its deadly quiet by 8pm. There is no music in the bar, no atmosphere at all and it felt like we were staying in an old peoples retirement home. The Coral Sands is greatly overpriced for what it provides and it's no wonder they weren't anywhere near full during the recent holiday period. The best part of our stay was being met each morning by Thushara working in the breakfast area, with a wide smile and a caring personality that made us feel welcome.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Adina Serviced Apartments Sydney Martin Place; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: The Good: Having such a huge, well appointed, corner apartment with high- end appliances (e.g. SMEG oven and dishwasher) and a full size fridge, two tv's, dishwasher, washer, dryer and microwave was wonderful. Conveniently located for visiting all the usual tourist sights and CBD shopping was a bonus. The Bad: Our 1st floor, corner apartment was very dark during the day and needed all the lights on. We had a huge 4.5m x 3.5 m verandah but it overlooked a dirty laneway and was overlooked by high rise buildings. The shower/bath issue has been mentioned many times in these reviews and needs to be a consideration for anyone with reduced mobility. We found a dirty grill plate from a previous tenant and were reluctant to have to deal with it, as housekeeping made no attempt to clean it during our stay. The only blanket in the room needed a good washing, the bedroom ceilings were stained and the carpet felt grimy underfoot. It's not the hotel room with sweeping views of the harbour, but it is a big self contained space in the centre of the CBD and certainly has a place in the holiday rental apartment market.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Cappuccino Finish Wooden Chair Side End Table; Brand: eHomeProducts; Review: very nice little table, especially for the price. Easy to put together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Labhanshi Indian Mandala Round Roundie Beach Throw Tapestry Hippy Boho Gypsy Cotton Tablecloth Beach Towel, Round Yoga Mat; Brand: Labhanshi; Review: so pretty; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 12-inch Straight Butcher Knife, Black Handle - Extremely Sharp Blade Will Glide Through Meats for Clean, Beautiful Cuts; Brand: Brandobay; Review: works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YiShuo Automatic Soap Dispenser with Waterproof; Brand: YiShuo; Review: works great! I just wish it had a setting to allow less soap to dispense. Even the smallest amount is probably double what is necessary.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SKG 6 IN 1 Multifunctional Non-Chemical 212F Hot Steam Mops & Carpet and Floor Cleaning Machines; Brand: SKG; Review: fits/works fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King Kooker JRC Jalapeno Corer Tool; Brand: King Kooker; Review: works so well!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remedy Microbead Pillow; Brand: Remedy; Review: super small, more of a travel size; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection (1997); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: French Connection, The (1971); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Thin Red Line, The (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waking Ned Devine (a.k.a. Waking Ned) (1998); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apartment, The (1960); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diamonds Are Forever (1971); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Licence to Kill (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Thirteenth Floor, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Great Dictator, The (1940); Genres: Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boot, Das (Boat, The) (1981); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Bridge on the River Kwai, The (1957); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Vertigo (1958); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Godfather, The (1972); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rock, The (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Princess Bride, The (1987); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Heat (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Fifth Element, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Wo hu cang long) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Léon: The Professional (a.k.a. The Professional) (Léon) (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Hunt for Red October, The (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Genres: Action, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fish Called Wanda, A (1988); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Piano, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now (1979); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964); Genres: Comedy, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clockwork Orange, A (1971); Genres: Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maverick (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Western; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Shining, The (1980); Genres: Horror; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Truman Show, The (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Mars Attacks! (1996); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Much Ado About Nothing (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Green Mile, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chinatown (1974); Genres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Little Miss Sunshine (2006); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Departed, The (2006); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: City of God (Cidade de Deus) (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Godfather: Part II, The (1974); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Fallen Angels (Duo luo tian shi) (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seven Samurai (Shichinin no samurai) (1954); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Volver (2006); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: 2046 (2004); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Mood For Love (Fa yeung nin wa) (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in the West (C'era una volta il West) (1968); Genres: Action, Drama, Western; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in America (1984); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Le) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wings of Desire (Himmel über Berlin, Der) (1987); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Battle Royale (Batoru rowaiaru) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saw II (2005); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Babel (2006); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Match Point (2005); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Science of Sleep, The (La science des rêves) (2006); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lives of Others, The (Das leben der Anderen) (2006); Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prestige, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances with Wolves (1990); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (a.k.a. MIB) (1997); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lion King, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Afterlife of Billy Fingers: How My Bad-Boy Brother Proved to Me There's Life After Death; Author: Visit Amazon's Annie Kagan Page; Review: A wonderfully uplifting book! Just what I needed to read. Happy, positive, full of gems of wisdom. A book I will re-read/; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Little Amazonian; Author: Visit Amazon's Miroslava Espinosa Page; Review: As a testament to the human spirit I cannot recommend this as highly as it deserves. This first hand true chronicle of a little girls passage into womanhood should be required reading for every young woman. While some of it is gut wrenching graphic and violent it is not any worse than what is available on public TV. To survive, accomplish and succeed at living, growing, learning and excelling is the story of a little girl who through sheer will became a giant. Some of it you will have to read holding your breath for what happens next. Other parts will require reading through tears while using up a box of tissues. If you are raising a family your children both female and male will profit from the example of a child from less than humble beginning triumphing against impossible odds. My advice... read it today !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pharaoh: A Novel of Ancient Egypt; Author: Visit Amazon's Wilbur Smith Page; Review: I have tried to read everything Wilbur Smith has written. I have never been dissatisfied with anything I have read that has come from his pen. The characters Wilbur Smith creates live as vividly for me as though they were friends of mine and I was intimately connected to them. The clarity of his vision as he writes the scenes of the action in his book Springs from the pages and into life. It is hard not to believe that you are there and experiencing what is happening on the page. I would recommend anything and everything that Wilbur Smith has written to any person who desires to be catapulted into the story and live alongside the characters that he draws so vividly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winter's Child (A Wind River Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Coel Page; Review: I've read all her Wind River Mysteries and this one is just as good as all the rest. She captures the spirit of the ongoing conflict between the White Man and the American Indian. In doing so she brigs us all face to face with our indivisible shared humanity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charmed Particles: A Novel; Author: Chrissy Kolaya; Review: I loved this book! So bright, and the characters are so real. Great read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Maneechan Resort Hotel; City: Chanthaburi Chanthaburi Province; Review: We first discovered the Maneechan 5 years ago, and have gone back every year since. Located in Chantabhuri, only ~ 3hrs. from Bangkok, and 2 or so away from either the Trat or Aranyapratet border crossings into Cambodia, it has become one of our regular stops. Great restaurant, free access to 'the spa', convenient location, and great staff all add up to an excellent recommendation from yours truly. Great pool that is never crowded, free shuttle to 'downtown' Chan. If you want a place to chill this is a great spot to do it. WIFI signal tough to get if you are not at the front end of the hotel though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: T3 House; City: Ubon Ratchathani Ubon Ratchathani Province; Review: While it was our second choice, we are actually very glad we wound up here . New 5 story hotel run by a very friendly Thai gentleman. Very nice rooms, friendly staff and a short walk to Porntip restaurant , home of the best chicken in town. Rooms have a fridge, flatscreen and a nice bathroom. Entire place is very well maintained . Would most definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus At 20 Sukhumvit; City: Bangkok; Review: Rooms were nice, service friendly. Very small lobby check-in area, and breakfast buffet on the roof was 'ok'. Only a couple of minutes walk from Sukhumvit, and maybe 10-12 to either the Asoke or Phrom Phong skytrain stations made it fairly convenient. Open air Street-side bar would probably be better used as a small restaurant/breakfast space. Price came in just under $80 a night once taxes in. Will most probably stay somewhere else next year all things considered; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House Boutique Eco Hotel; City: Phnom Penh; Review: Just off of Mao Tse Tung by the small BKK market, this new, small property has a lot going for it. Nice large rooms, good wifi, small pool to chill around and a decent restaurant. 10 minute Tuk Tuk ride to Sisowath or Russian market. Lots of new, good restaurants popping up in this area. Would definitely stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tamajun Hotel; City: Chanthaburi Chanthaburi Province; Review: Located in the old part of town this heritage area features 2 storey 'business on the ground floor' buildings. Tamajun has maybe a dozen rooms. Live music every night (right under our room), but we knew that going in. Excellent restaurant and good service. Second building across the street if you want to avoid the noise (which ends around 1030),but then you won't get to sit by the balcony and enjoy the river. Teak floors, cool spot.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sichang My Home; City: Ko Si Chang Chonburi Province; Review: Often, in Thailan, owners strive to maximize their investment by jamming as many bungalows as possible on their property. Khun Puk's approach is just the opposite. Until quite recently their were only two wonderful little teak bungalows which has recently doubled to four! Room to breath, scrupulously clean, and a quiet ambience that is difficult to find. We are staying in one of the new bungalows. Roomy, good cross ventilation means we only need a fan for a great nights sleep. No restaurant, but several choices close by. Free bicycles for use and just a great overall feel. We came to Koh Sichang because we thought it might be a bit of an overlooked spot. Enjoying it here immensely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Memoria Palace Resort; City: Pailin Pailin Province; Review: Located in a beautiful valley 10 minutes or so this property has great bungalows, staff is friendly. Has a pool. Flatscreen tvs in room and a selection of DVDs if you need some entertainment. Not much going on in Pailin other than some gem mining, but if you want a place to be quiet and chill it is perfect. Menu could use a few more selections. Generous portions. Would go back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Opium Serviced Apartment Hotel; City: Chiang Mai; Review: Just a 15 minute walk from the Chiangpuak gate, this property is tucked off a soi and provides a nice little oasis. Breakfast only, but as we were out bopping about every day it was not an issue for us. Small pool and shaded area to chill. Five minute walk from Tannin fresh market.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park Pool Resort; City: Nong Khai Nong Khai Province; Review: Near the bridge to Laos, this nice property offers rooms and stand alone bungalows. While it is an 8 minute tuktuk ride from city centre, it is actually nice to be a bit away from the crowds. Nice little pool (that could use more lounge chairs) and a friendly and helpful staff would put it on our would stay here again list.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Well Hotel Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: We have wanted to try this spot for a couple of years, and the pricing point came down a bit, so we decided to spend our last 5 nights in Thailand at The Well. Very good staff and check in process. Room was nice, if a bit on the small side, but modern and comfy. The sauna on the pool level was a disappointment, but the excellent spa and massage area on the same floor made up for it. Close to the skytrain, with a 10 minute walk to either Asoke or Phrom Phrong stations makes getting around easy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baanrabiangmai Hotel; City: Mae Sot Tak Province; Review: Only a few minutes drive from the airport this great little hotel has very nice rooms, friendly staff, and offers complimentary breakfast. Would most definitely stay again. Within walking distance of banks and restaurants is also in a convenient location.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Sushi King; City: Cherry Hill, NJ; Review: This place is fantastic. My wife and I go here as often as we can. I love getting the salmon sashimi. The fish is fresh.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sushi King; City: Cherry Hill, NJ; Review: This place is fantastic. My wife and I go here as often as we can. I love getting the salmon sashimi. The fish is fresh. Update: This place is STILL fantastic.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Organico Pizza; City: Marlton, NJ; Review: Eggplant Meatballs - Excellent for a vegetarian option Wings - Prefer them naked over breaded South Philly Burger Grilled Chicken - Good. Enjoyed the hot peppers. The Shroom Burger - It was an average burger. I enjoyed the Brioche roll. Fries - Excellent Love that they have Boylan's soda. Wished they had Birch Beer flavor though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rio Nails & Spa; City: Winslow Township, NJ; Review: This joint is an oasis in this urban desert, a happy getaway from my day-to-day grind. I came here for a spa day with the wife and it was exquisite. We loved the mani/pedi. This place was very clean, especially for how busy it was. Ask for Theresa She is the best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teppanyaki Grill and Supreme Buffet; City: Clementon, NJ; Review: It's buffet. It's the best in the area. The hibachi grill is great. They have great options. Although the food is mislabeled. The ham is in the fettuccine section. Lol.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: El Cid Marina Beach Hotel; City: Mazatlan Pacific Coast; Review: We have been enjoying La Marina for almost 10 years now & we feel like family. The entire staff is wonderful & we look forward to seeing them each year. The lovely, bubbly, & very efficient Olivia Vasquez; Fidel; Rodolfo; Edy; Armando; Isreal; Freddy...and so many others take such good care of us. We see improvements & upgrades to the rooms & grounds every year. It is always superbly maintained. 11 months & counting until we see you again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mountain View Motel RV Park; City: Joseph Oregon; Review: My husband has an army reunion with his buddies & they go to a different place every year. So far; this has been the best & we would come back again. Beautifully maintained grounds & the atmosphere that owner Scott has created is just sooo relaxing. We had use of a large bbq & wood for campfires. A creek runs through the back of the property which just adds to the relaxation. I can't remember the housekeeper's name but she was very friendly and nice to us all. Thanks!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Punta Pacifico Mazatlan; City: Mazatlan Pacific Coast; Review: This is a boutique resort a little north of Mazatlán & near Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay. We have stayed twice. The beach is beautiful with many shells. If you're looking for lots of activity this is not the place for you. There are restaurants nearby for about $4.00 US taxi ride or about $10.00 US to get to town by taxi or pulmonia. The bus line stops just short of the resort. They have a very nice infinity pool that is very clean but it is not heated.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Obertal Inn; City: Leavenworth Washington; Review: This is the second time we've stayed here. The rooms are very clean and neat. Close to downtown. No need to drive once you've parked your car. Their free breakfast is very good. We only had one issue with our TV. The volume kept going up & down to the point of being obnoxious but we didn't watch it much anyway. We would definitely stay here again. It was mid-week & the prices were reasonable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Port Angeles Inn; City: Port Angeles Clallam County Washington; Review: This is an older hotel located on top of a hill overlooking downtown Port Angeles & the ferry terminal. We had used a groupon during the off season & our third floor room was very reasonable with a great view. The staff was very nice. The room was clean & comfortable. DVD players are available upon request. The continental breakfast (between 7 & 10 am) had limited options (waffles/toast/cereal/hard boiled eggs/yogurt) but filled the tummy so it was fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Polynesian Resort; City: Ocean Shores Washington; Review: This was a spur of the moment trip with our children & grandchildren. We had been to Ocean Shores many times but never stayed at this hotel. It has been here for many years & I was afraid it might be aging & a little run down. NOT SO! We stayed here with a groupon for a great discount. It was a 1 br suite on the 3rd floor & very clean. My biggest aversion in any hotel is walking barefoot on the carpet. This carpet was cleaner than mine at home! Full kitchen with dishwasher & full size fridge. Fireplace with presto log. Flat screen TV's with DVD players. The grandkids really enjoyed the indoor pool. The front desk staff is very friendly. I would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel Kyriad Disneyland; City: Magny le Hongre Marne la Vallee Seine et Marne Ile de France; Review: We stayed here over New Year for 4 days. We chose this hotel as it was working out the cheapest within the Disney vacinity compared to the others. We were a bit aprehensive on what to expect from the Kyriad due to some of the reviews but we was pleasantly suprised when we arrived. The reception staff was very pleasant and even printed out some tour tickets from my emails for me. The rooms are really spacious, clean and fresh with a large comfy bed and even a set of bunk beds for when my missus was drunk too kick her out haha! There was also tea/coffee provided in the rooms and even shower gel/shampoo and fresh towels everyday. You have to pick a time for breakfast when checking in, we chose 8am too avoid the queues we read about. Breakfast was sufficient with lots of crossaints, a small variety of cooked breakfast and continental breakfast. The hotel is literally 5 minutes away from disney parks on the free shuttle bus (number 54) After a long day in the parks, we enjoyed a few beers and cocktails in the hotel bar.. we found this to have a good atmosphere, tv, music was on and lovely staff! We used the Kyriad as a base to travel into central Paris for 2 days. This was extremely simple. Take the free shuttle to disney, and get an all zone RER ticket. This cost us approx £12 and it has unlimited use for the day so we travelled all around Paris.The RER is simple and well signed and mapped for users. If we went back to Disneyland Paris, we would definatly return here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shaftesbury Metropolis London Hyde Park; City: London England; Review: Recently returned from our 2nd stay at the Shaftsbury Metropolis, on which both occasions our room had been upgraded from a standard room to a club room free of charge! This hotel is in a prime location with Paddington, literally a minute from the tube/train stations and bus stops. There are lots of restraunts, bars, pubs, fast food of all nationalities on the doorstep of the hotel. We found the hotel great value for money as we have paid more to stay is a basic hotel with no ammenities. The rooms are beautifully decorated, with very comfy beds, great shower and bathroom, large flat screen tv, fridge, microwave, and hairdrier all provided! The club room upgrade was a lovely suprise as the room consists of freebies such as soft drinks, water, wine, and a bowl of fresh fruit. Breakfast was very filling with a choice of English cooked breakfast or continental breakfast, cereals and fresh fruit. We will definatly be staying here again on our next visit to London!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Pilsen; City: Pilsen Pilsen Region Bohemia; Review: I stayed here with 2 friends, we got the beer package which was worth every single penny and more. We bought vouchers off eBay for £40 which included a stay, free beer all day, beer museum tour and breakfast. We drank more than £40 worth of beer each. We extended our stay another night! The rooms are very modern, spacious and comfortable. There has been a lot of thought effort and time spent on this hotel. The food was great, and breakfast catered for all including cooked options, continental, cereals, fruits, yogurts everything you could possibly want! The location is perfect, a few yards away from bars, restraunts, shops, canal and lots of sights. Pilsen is a great place an I'd seriously recommend anybody to stay here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton London Paddington; City: London England; Review: We booked the Hilton Paddington as our usual hotel in Paddington was fully booked. We booked this at a fantastic rate on expedia for £100 per night. Location.. This couldn't be any better as a base for travelling around London. Hotel situated on the main bus route to wherever you desire, tube station and train station are both very very close! Paddington is full of a wide range of places to eat and drink, from casual pubs and take aways to lovely restaurants and bars all on the door step of the hotel The hotel... It has a very grand feel to the building as you approach, with its own pull in bays, door men, and concierge. We had a great reception of which we was sceptical about as we are in our mid 20's and thought we may be looked down upon, but then again we are young professionals. The staff couldn't have been more helpful if they tried. The hotel is extremely clean and high standard of decor. The room was huge, with a king sized bed and more pillows than you could desire! There was also an array of "freebies" such ad shampoo, body wash, tea/coffee of many varieties and bottled water. Beware the mini bar was ridiculous prices. There are substantial works occurring to Paddington tube station but we couldn't hear any noise what so ever from within the hotel! So don't let that put you off.. On our next visit to London we will certainly be looking out for this offer again as we found it to be an exceptional hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Oxnoble; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: Recently stayed here with some friends which we booked by chance. Location: unbeatable for shopping, eating and drinking! Located right on Deansgate virtually with all the bars you could possibly want. The Ox is made easy to find as you just look for the Hilton and it's approx a 2 minute walk down the road directly facing the museum of science and industry. Service We arrived on a glorious sunny Saturday afternoon and the pub staff couldn't have been any more helpful! They took us right to our room and made us feel very welcome. They seemed to show an interest in what our plans were and how things went each time we returned to the pub. Easy check in, easy check out... Simple. The Pub: Very nice set up, pretty stylish and very clean. There seems to be lots of variety of beers etc.. And the food menu looked pretty good too although we only had breakfast the following day which was delicious. Some may say a tad pricey at £7.95 but it had top quality produce and we was stuffed! Oh yea we even seen Tony Morris (Granda Reports) eating in there. We was fortunate enough to have a glorious weekend where we could enjoy the terrace outside with nice cold beers watching some flash cars pass by. Rooms: We had a room for 4 people which was pretty spacious and consists of 4 single beds. It was very clean and fresh and modern. All the amenities are in the room, TV, kettle with tea/coffee etc, linen, big soft towels, iron and ironing board. The bathroom was big with a nice power shower after a long night out. The Ox is a GREAT place, and when in Manchester for the night I will be staying in the Ox. Very underpriced, FANTASTIC location, Lovely staff.. What more can anybody ask for???; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Poonsiri Resort Aonang; City: Ao Nang Krabi Town Krabi Province; Review: I'm currently staying here with my girlfriend over the Christmas period after living in Australia. This place is an absolute steal of a place for a couples get away! We found this place by chance and what a good choice it was. Rooms These are large, beautifully furnished, modern, with everything you could possibly need plus more! These are also really well decorated, even to Australia and UK standards compared to some hotels I've experienced The superior double offers a good power/ rainfall shower, complimentary shower gel, shampoo, toothbrush etc.. 2 bottle waters each day, fairly priced mini bar, air con, hot water, flat screen tv, very comfortable bed and a balcony over the lagoon with a swing bench and a set of wooden table and chairs. Location The resort seems pretty new and taxi drivers don't seem to know exactly where the place is. It's located about 10 minutes drive from Aonang beach but there's a free shuttle bus running 3/4 times a day from the hotel. There are a few mini markets around 15min walk and a couple of places to eat, which look a step up from street food Resort This place is spotless, the staff are great, very friendly and speak good English! They will help in anyway possible and always say hello and take an internet in your days activities. There's a nice swimming pool and comfy cushioned sun loungers with free pool towels available in the small hut which you help yourself too. There is free wifi available all over the hotel which I found unusual on my trip to Thailand where it's been segregated to restaurant/reception areas. Overall I've found the Poonsiri Resort a great find and would certainly recommend people to come and stay! Probably more suited to couples or a chilled out break.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 30 James Street Home of the Titanic; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Yesterday this venue provided us with an experience that will last forever! Our expectations were truly demolished and we left with something far superior. First of all we would like to thank all the staff, they are a huge credit to the venue. We have been made to feel like royalty on our special day. Nothing has been a problem, everybody is working in a happy environment and you provide excellent honest down to earth northern hospitality. We would like to make a special thank you to Sophie (wedding coordinator) and Charlie (master of ceremonies) who made our stay run smoothly and stress free. Sorry Charlie if I broke your mic, kinda went all Obama and did a mic drop. The venue is a piece of art work in itself, fantastically restored by the owners creating a luxury Art Deco ambiance full of original features. The food is of a really high standard everything from the huge breakfast selection to the wedding meal. We've had lots of great feedback from our guests regarding this! If anybody is contemplating this venue to celebrate your special day please don't hesitate to book and create your own memories. We can't wait to return next year for our anniversary, but until then we will be on the balcony in the sunshine in the coming months reminiscing our special day! Thank you yet again from the bottom of our hearts for helping us create a new chapter in our lives for us, our family and our friends. Kevin & Jessica Scott; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dear Hotel Madrid; City: Madrid; Review: ; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Animas 303; City: Havana Ciudad de la Habana Province Cuba; Review: Just returned from a 2 week stay in Havana of which we spent 7 nights here at Animas 303. Probably more a 3.5 to be fair. Location... Great central location if you want to be in the thick of the local culture, only a few minutes walk to Parque Central or the Malecon in the opposite direction. Cafes, take away, restaurant, banks, small convenience store easily walkable. Hotel... Up a few flights of stairs you’ll find reception. Nicely greeted by a young lady and quickly shown to the room. The room was clean, cool, modern but old at the same time and plenty of hot water in the shower albeit maybe a little small. The rooftop has been well designed with some metal rocking chairs, don’t miss the sunrise from here. Being an early bird I was here every morning before 7am. Once checked in we found that the safe did not work nor did the hairdryer. We was told the “previous guests” had broken them? No replacement or repair taken place in our 7 days. Staff... Was greeted well on arrival, and was told they could book us tours, reservations etc.. Didn’t really know who worked here most of the time and who was a guest. Only met Yordan on check out and he was only bothered about checking the state of our room. DO NOT book a trip to Viñales here, it is such a rip off. $350 USD for the first person then an additional $150 USD for each additional person. Please! We booked the exact same tour at the excursions desk in Parque Central Hotel for $170 USD for the whole vehicle/day, private tour. English speaking guide, all the same stop off points, pick up/ drop off at Animas, just had to pay for our own lunch at a restaurant with the most amazing views ($30 USD for 2 people with drinks) so yes it’s a HUGE price difference $200 as opposed to $500.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tower Guest House; City: York North Yorkshire England; Review: We booked into the tower guest house as a last minute bank holiday get away in York. We couldn't have asked for more. Location - just a short 10 minute walk into the centre of York. Parking - free on site parking which is a bonus considering the close proximity of the city centre. Staff - very very attentive and helpful without being in your face. Small touches like knowing your name makes your stay feel personable. Room - (room no1 golden Versailles) beautifully decorated and some obvious thought had gone into styling. Well equipped with free toiletries, sanitary products, hot and cold drinks and sweets. Great touch. Immaculately clean! Breakfast - a great selection of pre ordered hot food all cooked fresh. Lots of fresh juice, fruits, yogurts, cheese to kick off your day. This place is a gem and a lot of other establishments could take tips from the tower guest house on how to provide top drawer customer service. Whilst staying here we went for dinner at a local restaurant called Little Italy. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Palm Beach Hotel; City: Benidorm Costa Blanca Province of Alicante Valencian Country; Review: Caution. If making a group booking of 6 people or more you'll be charged a "safety deposit" which I full understand. We booked 3 rooms for 6 people and charged €300 per room. The money isn't just frozen on your card but actually taken so be aware. Split your bookings into groups of 4 to avoid this. I probably wouldn't say the hotel was anything more than a 3 star at best. Saying that, the hotel was very clean and the staff seemed fairly friendly and helpful. The hotel is situated at the top of a hill but it's easily walkable to the beach. Walking back can be more tricky so we opted for a taxi which cost around €5/€6 from the bars. Hotel rooms are clean, comfy beds, tv, balcony, lots of shower gels, shampoo etc but no in room safe??? Pool area was decent, lots of sun beds available. The pool bar was fairly priced and well stocked. Breakfast was plentiful and catered for pretty much everybody. Hot, continental, pastries lots of drinks. Cava is available for free too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hard Eight (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Show: Season 2 (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clay Pigeons (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: New Legend of Shaolin (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: The Frighteners (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Troopers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bones (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
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Title: Six Feet Under: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Straight Story (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: sex (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
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Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
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Title: Lord Stanley's Cup: Hockey's Ultimate Prize (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: The Experiment (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: Six Feet Under: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Northern Exposure: Season 2 (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Dead Like Me: Season 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Northern Exposure: Season 3 (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vampyres (1974); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All I Want (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cursed (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dead Birds (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Prozac Nation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: Queer Eye for the Red Sox (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Machinist (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lady Chatterley's Lover (1981); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Phil Hartman (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MPD Psycho (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Believer (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rivers and Tides (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Boston Red Sox: 2004 World Series Collector's Edition (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: AL Boutique Hotel Tel Aviv; City: Tel Aviv Tel Aviv District; Review: We enjoyed a four day stay at the AL Boutique in Tel Aviv. Avi and his staff were extremely accommodating and the hotel was very comfortable and modern. Since it is small, the breakfast was served at the Coffee Shop just two blocks away. It was convenient and easy to manage. The location was very good for touring the city and it was a good location for walking to most places.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Jazz; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: This is our third stay at the Jazz Hotel and they continue to offer a great location and very good service. The front desk is very knowledgeable and helpful. We were able to walk all over Barcelona from this location and still be away from the hustle and bustle of Las Ramblas, which is two blocks away from the Jazz Hotel. The breakfast option is very tasty with good selections and we will go there again, when we are in Barcelona.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Clifton Park; City: Clifton Park New York; Review: An adequate property that is clean and offers good service. The property is average in terms of amenities other than an indoor pool. However, the staff is very friendly and the breakfast is certainly better than a continental offering in some hotels.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wyndham Long Wharf Resort; City: Newport Rhode Island; Review: We had a good stay here and the facility has an indoor and outdoor pool. There are no dining facilities other than facilities in the units. Also, the parking is a bit strange. You only get one parking space per unit. So if two couples come with cars, one car needs to be parked in a public lot or metered space.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Delray Sands Resort on Highland Beach; City: Highland Beach Florida; Review: We enjoyed our stay at the Delray Sands Resort. The rooms are very comfortable with enough room to get around without bumping into each other. The bathroom features appear to be fairly new and shower is very good. The staff is wonderful and we got tips for restaurants from the Pool Manager to the Valets. The location is really close to lots of restaurants, shopping and Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Once Upon a Secret: My hidden Affair with John F. Kennedy; Author: Visit Amazon's Mimi Alford Page; Review: If for no other reason, I liked it for giving me insight into the White House itself. Now I know what they mean by "residence."; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Everything; Author: Visit Amazon's Rona Jaffe Page; Review: My headline pretty much says it all. You have to read it in the context of the times, of course, but she did a great job with the characters, even the minor ones. Heads over heels better than the movie version.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama Bin Laden; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Owen Page; Review: And I'm glad it wasn't. I thought it was well-written, honest, and the voice sounded like it came from a military guy, not the co-writer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peyton Place and Return to Peyton Place (Modern Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Metalious Page; Review: I found Ardis Cameron's forward tedious and he didn't say anything I didn't already know or could have figured out myself.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Cousin Rachel; Author: Daphne du Maurier; Review: I like many of Daphne Du Maurier books, including this one and when I moved, Rachel went missing. I bought a used copy from Amazon and it's a little beat up, but my old one was too, which is why I like this copy. It has that lived-in look.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freud's Mistress; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Mack Page; Review: This was a very interesting book, better than I thought it would be. It definitely lived up to its reviews.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Young Thomas Edison; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Dooling Page; Review: For educators who would like Common Core aligned lesson plans for Young Thomas Edison and George Washington's Army and Me (both by Michael Dooling), google Balkin Buddies blog, then scroll down till you see information about them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rosie Project; Author: Visit Amazon's Graeme Simsion Page; Review: This was a great read and I like the main characters a lot. I might have to revisit them again sometime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Circle; Author: Visit Amazon's Dave Eggers Page; Review: This book was disturbingly enjoyable. Set in the near future, I could see some similarities with the present that kept me thinking about the book long after I finished it. It's not your typical dystopian novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Masters of Sex: The Life and Times of William Masters and Virginia; Author: Visit Amazon's Thomas Maier Page; Review: I bought this because I liked the Showtime series, but the book is, in fact, much better -- the characters much more complex and details about their work much more in-depth.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sedition: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Katharine Grant Page; Review: This is a funny, sad and clever book. Set in the late 1700s, it has a Victorian flavor and, although it makes fun of the restrictions and flaws of that time period, never condemns it. This is achieved through the characters who are also flawed but vulnerable and full of life. Even when they get their comeuppance, you still find yourself rooting for them. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, but I should warn readers that sexual situations are abundant in the story, which is as sad as it is funny. Seduction, rape, repression, uninhibitedness, love, egocentricity -- all these themes can be found in Sedition, mostly with a light touch that you nevertheless feel more than a little lightly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sunrise (Ashfall Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Mike Mullin Page; Review: I've been eager to read this, the last book in the Ashfall trilogy. The book arrived in excellent condition and before I even expected it, which was a pleasant surprise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: And Then There Were None: The World's Favourite Agatha Christie Book; Author: Illustrated by Cover Art Christie Agatha; Review: I read this nearly 40 years ago and, although a bit old fashioned in modern times, it's still an interesting mystery. A classic Agatha Christie. Definitely worth reading again, and I was glad I was able to find a replacement copy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Lantern in Her Hand (Puffin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Bess Streeter Aldrich Page; Review: This is another title I read as a kid. My 5th or 6th grade teacher recommended it for summer reading. I must have read it a dozen times. I still have my old copy, but it's so fragile, I was afraid it would fall apart if I tried reading it again, so when I saw it was available on Amazon, I ordered it right away. I still liked it as much as I did when I was a kid. My teacher was right.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wuthering Heights (Penguin Classics); Author: Emily Bronte; Review: I have a copy that came out in the early 1950s and it has the best cover ever. I re-read it many times over the years and was afraid it would fall apart if I re-read it again, so I ordered this copy. The cover's not as good -- but it would be hard to top the one I have. It's nice to have a copy that's in good shape, though. I've read everything the three Bronte sisters published, even the one that was half in French. WUTHERING HEIGHTS is still the best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mystery Off Glen Road (Trixie Belden); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the book I had as a kid. I liked the cover I had as a kid better, but this copy was in great shape. I was glad to find; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gatehouse Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the copy I had as a kid, which went missing long ago. This copy is in good shape and I was pleased that it was available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trixie Belden and the Mysterious Visitor; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the Trixie Belden book I had as a kid. I liked the cover I had as a kid better, but this is okay. I was glad to find it at all!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mystery in Arizona; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the copy I had as a kid that went missing. It's in pretty good shape. I was glad to find it again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Red Trailer Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the copy I had as a kid. The cover of my old copy, now lost, I liked better, but this was okay, and it was in very good shape.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Secret of the Mansion; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Campbell Page; Review: I bought this to replace the old lost copy from my youth. I was glad to find it available. The quality of this copy is very good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Living Without the One You Cannot Live Without: Hope and Healing after Loss; Author: Natasha Josefowitz Ph.D.; Review: I bought this for a friend who recently lost her husband, but I read many of the poems before sending it to her. They were very moving, very sad, very real. My friend appreciated it, too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashen Winter (Ashfall Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Mike Mullin Page; Review: This is the best recent young adult dystopian trilogy I've read -- and I've read a lot of them, since so many have been published since THE HUNGER GAMES came out. I'm looking forward to reading Mike Mullin's next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Sweet Homicide (Rue Morgue Vintage Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Craig Rice Page; Review: This book was out of print for a very long time. I read it many years ago and wanted to re-read it. It's still very good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rosie Effect; Author: Visit Amazon's Graeme Simsion Page; Review: I loved the first book and the second is very good too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Spool of Blue Thread; Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Tyler Page; Review: If you've liked Anne Tyler's other recent books, you'll like this one. I'm a big fan of her books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adios, America; Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Coulter Page; Review: I learned more than I expected to, but be prepared to be depressed about U.S. politics by the time you finish it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Andersen Brower Page; Review: The author interviewed butlers, maids, cooks, florists and described presidents from an insider's perspective and also gives you a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes in the White House. I really enjoyed it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Road; Author: Visit Amazon's Cormac McCarthy Page; Review: This is a classic dystopian novel long before they became so popular from a very, very good writer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Heart Goes Last: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Atwood Page; Review: I've read better books by Atwood (Surfacing, The Handmaid's Tale) but this was pretty interesting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Caiques: Their Care, Breeding and some Natural History; Author: John C. McMichael PhD; Review: If you have a caique, are planning to get one, or just like the species, you'll like this book. A quick read but it has lots of information.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Red Badge of Courage (Puffin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen Crane Page; Review: It's very detailed and you feel like you're right there next to him and feeling everything he's feeling. Excellent read. Best portrayal of combat I've read in a long time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atlas Shrugged; Author: Visit Amazon's Ayn Rand Page; Review: Ayn Rand could have used a good editor. She repeats herself constantly in this book. The characters all say nearly the same thing and when the dialog goes on for a huge number of pages (90 pages at one point!), it sounds like Ms. Rand's voice, not the character's. The author has a point to make, which is fine, but she beats you over the head with it, as if she thinks you didn't get it the first 50 times she made it. I'm glad I got all the way through it, but believe, it's work -- not pleasure -- to read it. I wrote the above paragraph many months ago and I'm back, only because of what came out today (Oct. 29, 2016) and have to add that Atlas wouldn't just be shrugging anymore. He'd be laughing his -- to be polite, I'll say head -- laughing his head off.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Widow; Author: Visit Amazon's Fiona Barton Page; Review: This is one of the few books I'm looking forward to reading again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone Girl; Author: Visit Amazon's Gillian Flynn Page; Review: It pretty much lived up to its hype. I enjoyed it. Good -- and fast -- read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mildred Pierce (Wisconsin / Warner Bros. Screenplays); Author: Tino Balioe; Review: You can't go wrong with James Cain. For such a short book, he really packs a punch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Beginner's Goodbye; Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Tyler Page; Review: I'm a big fan of Anne Tyler. In one sentence, she gives enough to feel you know the character. I always come away wishing the book hadn't ended yet. My favorite of her books is still DINNER AT THE HOMESICK RESTAURANT. Of THE BEGINNER'S GOODBYE, the NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW said it best: Over five decades of exuberant shape-shifting across the fictional landscape, Anne Tyler has cut the steady swath of a literary stalwart, writing novel after novel whose most memorable characters inhabit a cosmos all their own . . . What makes each story distinctive is the particular way its characters rebel against hereditary confines, cope with fateful crises, or forge relationships with new acquaintances who rock their world . . ."; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Children's Story: .but Not Just For Children - 1st UK Edition/1st Printing; Author: Visit Amazon's James Clavell Page; Review: I read this many years ago. It's still haunting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Johnny Carson; Author: Visit Amazon's Henry Bushkin Page; Review: An interesting book about an interesting personality and it was a pretty fast read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Killing Jesus (Bill O'Reilly's Killing Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Bill O'Reilly Page; Review: It was better than I thought it would be and pretty much followed the bible.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catherine; Author: Visit Amazon's April Lindner Page; Review: I was kind of disappointed. I didn't expect it to be as modern as it was.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Worlds of Lois Lowry 3-Copy Boxed Set (The Giver, Messenger, Gathering Blue); Author: Visit Amazon's Lois Lowry Page; Review: THE GIVER is the best of the three, but they are all quite good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Between You & Me: Confessions of a Comma Queen; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Norris Page; Review: I like it, but you've got to be interested in the subject to appreciate it. I work in the book world and am a word nerd, so it appeals to me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?; Author: Frans de Waal; Review: Very interesting book! A little on the technical side but not enough to detract from it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Almost Forgot About You: A Novel (Random House Large Print); Author: Visit Amazon's Terry McMillan Page; Review: It was a fast read and very enjoyable. Great beach reading. If you liked her previous books, you'll like this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hillary the Other Woman: A Political Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Dolly Kyle Page; Review: I found this to be very interesting. I learned more about her than I thought I would. Die-hard democrats will hate it, though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories: Yellow Back Book (Dr Seuss - Yellow Back Book); Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Seuss Page; Review: It's hard to go wrong with a Dr. Seuss book, including this one. Adults as well as kids will enjoy it. Everyone should read the title story, which is the best of the stories in this book. That's not to say any of the others aren't great, either.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Man Called Ove (Thorndike Press Large Print Core Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Fredrik Backman Page; Review: I know Ove. I've met him a couple of times. The first time was in my father -- a gruff man trying to hide a soft heart, sometimes even from himself. If you've ever met a man like Ove, you'll love getting to know him all over again in this book. And if you've never met a man like Ove, you'll love getting to know this one all the more. We should all have the chance to have an Ove in our lives. A MAN CALLED OVE offers that chance. I loved all the other characters, too. Backman has the wonderful ability to introduce a character whole in just a few short phrases. And did I mention it's funny? And sad? And that there's nothing simple about the simple plot? I hope this review convinces you to read it. You won't be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Goodnight Moon Board Book & Baby Socks; Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Wise Brown Page; Review: I bought this as a Christmas birthday present for my great niece -- because every child should come into the world with GOODNIGHT MOON waiting for them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Jake: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Bryan Reardon Page; Review: This book had a slow pace. The characters were well developed and interesting but the ending was pretty predictable. It didn't live up to it's hype, but all in all, it was okay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Girl on the Train; Author: Visit Amazon's Paula Hawkins Page; Review: I heard a lot about this book so I thought I'd check it out. It was better than I thought it would be. I did figure out who the killer is pretty much before the end, but I was watching pretty carefully for the clues. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I don't expect it to be as good as the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deliver Us from Evie; Author: Visit Amazon's M. E. Kerr Page; Review: I read this many years ago and thought it was good back then. This time I bought it for a friend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vinegar Girl: William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew Retold: A Novel (Hogarth Shakespeare); Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Tyler Page; Review: I know some of the reviewers didn't like VINEGAR GIRL, but I thought it was pretty good. It wasn't Anne Tyler's best. Her best book, in my opinion, was DINNER AT THE HOMESICK RESTAURANT. I thought that was the one that should have won the Pulitzer instead of BREATHING LESSONS, but I should add, I did like the latter very much. But HOMESICK RESTAURANT was her best, THE ACCIDENTAL TOURIST her second best. My least favorite of her books is CELESTIAL NAVIGATION, although I admire her for trying to create a character with agoraphobia that readers could relate to; it just didn't work. I've read all Tyler's books, and this is what I know: all her books are character driven. She draws them in one simple sentence so you feel as if you know them, and by the end of the book, they're close friends you hate to part from. In nearly every book, along the way, she places these people you know so well in situations that wouldn't be at all funny if you didn't happen to know them so well. Like many of her other books, VINEGAR GIRL does this. And that's why I say it's a pretty good book. In my opinion, but as Pyotr would enjoy saying, Tyler succeeded in giving Shakespeare a run for his money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robinson Crusoe; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Defoe Page; Review: Who is the publisher of this edition? It's not shown. The very first page typically has the title, author and publishing information and all of this is missing. Instead, the story begins on the very first page! And there are no page numbers. Who ever heard of a paperback with no page numbers?! And then, the entire ending is missing! As others have pointed out, the book ends in the middle of a sentence. I felt absolutely cheated by the seller. Buyer, beware! Don't buy this edition!.It was only $4 but I think I should get my money back. The nerve of this seller. UPDATE: It's even worse than I thought. I bought the Scribner edition and discovered that not only is half the book missing in this "paperback" but whoever produced it CHANGED THE TEXT; that is, the chapter headings have been completely changed. I've only just begun reading the Scribner edition, so I may find even more changes in this cheaply made copy. The Scribner edition, on the other hand, is is just as amazing as it looked in the 1980s when I worked at Macmillan (which had absorbed Scribner). I should have bought it in the first place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Joy Fowler Page; Review: This book lived up to all the great reviews it got, including the Booklist starred review. I've read a lot of nonfiction about animals, including chimps, and the author obviously did her research. My favorite character was, of course, Fern, but all of them were well drawn, even Lowell. Now I think I might have to read THE JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Arrangement: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Dunn Page; Review: I thought this would be a quick, light read, and it was, but I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robinson Crusoe; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Defoe Page; Review: I used to work at Macmillan when Scribner was under the Macmillan umbrella and I knew when I bought this edition that it was the highest quality you can buy. The N.C. Wyeth illustrations are wonderful and they're on the very best high quality paper. All the Scribner Classics are well made. If you like classics, you'll love these editions. They are very well bound on very good paper and, as I just said, the illustrations are on the very best paper. For the price, you're getting a great deal. The only drawback: because it's such a high quality edition, you'll want to take very, very good care of it. Read it away from anything that might spill on it. Try to keep it away from any humidity. I know I'm sounding like a crazy book person and, okay, I probably am, but when you buy it, you'll see what I mean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder on the Orient Express (Hercule Poirot); Author: Visit Amazon's Agatha Christie Page; Review: This title wasn't as good as I thought it would be. The characters were well-described, yet I found it hard to tell them apart sometimes. Fortunately, the author provided a list of them and where they were located on the train. The story was very well plotted, maybe too well plotted. Maybe I expected too much; I just didn't like it as much as I thought I would. I found TEN LITTLE INDIANS much more interesting.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Black Witch: An Epic Fantasy Novel (The Black Witch Chronicles); Author: Visit Amazon's Laurie Forest Page; Review: This is the first title in a young adult fantasy series, probably a trilogy. I didn't think I'd like it as much as I did. I know one reviewer from a school library found it racist, but what it's really about is young adults overcoming racism and fighting against it. It's not an in-your-face-story about racism, though, as the characters are not human. It has well developed characters, a good plot line and is a very fast read. I did find it a little repetitive and that it went on a bit too long, which is why I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars. Also, not everything is resolved in the first book, since there are more books to come. I would recommend it if you like fantasy that addresses questions we face in everyday life and are willing to work through the whole series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rules for Radicals: A Practical Primer for Realistic Radicals; Author: Saul David Alinsky; Review: I'm glad I read this awful book, but I didn't like it, just like I don't like the Saul Alinskys of the world. Yes, this book gives us some understanding of how and why certain people think this way and maybe even a few clues on how to deal with them. Nevertheless, aren't we giving it just a little too much attention? Are you aware of how many comments have been made about this book on Amazon alone? Surely, there is other and better reading material to focus on. The Declaration of Independence maybe? The U.S. Constitution? I'm sorry -- maybe I'm just tired from reading bits and pieces of some of the 100+ comments on Rules for Radicals, not to mention the comments on the comments. And here I am, not doing exactly what I'm trying to tell all of you to do: examine some other and better reading material.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Poison: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Galt Niederhoffer Page; Review: This book held my interest through to the end. Interesting characters, interesting dilemma, and well plotted out. The reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it contained some technical errors. The author didn't do quite enough scientific research.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Britt-marie Was Here (Thorndike Core); Author: Visit Amazon's Fredrik Backman Page; Review: If you loved A MAN CALLED OVE, you'll love this, too. Fredrik Backman's books remind me of many of Anne Tyler's. Their characters make the story and drive it along right up to the end. Like Tyler, Backman does a great job of creating fully-developed odd characters that are so human, you can't help but fall in love with them -- and then you find yourself missing them as soon as the book ends. I envy those who haven't read this yet because you're in for a treat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's Learned; Author: Visit Amazon's Lena Dunham Page; Review: A quick read of too much navel-gazing.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sports Illustrated College Football's Greatest (Sports Illustrated Greatest); Author: The Editors of Sports Illustrated; Review: I bought another Sports Illustrated football book that my oldest great nephew loved, so I'm pretty sure his brother will like this one as well. Like the first book, it's to be a birthday gift, just before he goes off to college. I must admit, I'm not into football, but both great nephews are definitely into it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 20th Century Maurice (Twentieth Century Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's E M Forster Page; Review: I read this as an older young adult and bought this for an older young adult that I thought would finding it worth the read. How times have certainly changed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Bargain; Author: Visit Amazon's Agnes Sligh Turnbull Page; Review: This was just as good as it was when I read it 40 years ago.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Many a green isle; Author: Visit Amazon's Agnes (Sligh) Turnbull Page; Review: I liked The Wedding Bargain better. Many a Green Isle was a little old-fashioned for my taste, but I did like it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 10 inch Bronze Double Tier Metal Wire Cylinder Jewelry Hanger / Earring & Bracelet Display Stand Rack; Brand: MyGift; Review: This works well to organize larger bracelets, but I have very small wrists and cannot get most of my bracelets to stretch wide enough to get hem over the ends without distorting the metal.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 72 Pairs/144 Holes Rose on Top Rotating Earring Holder / Earring Tree / Earring Oraganizer / Earring Stand; Brand: Blingmate; Review: Takes up a lot of space on the dresser; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ray-Ban RB8301 Tech Sunglasses 59 mm, Non-Polarized; Brand: ; Review: Good price. Previously paid $190 for same frame at optometrist office.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Champion Women's Mesh Hot Short; Brand: ; Review: The green shorts are glow in the dark green! Everything arrived on time as ordered. I ordered medium shorts since I wer an 8-10 in pants, but should have ordered small since I am short and the elastic waist on these is very large.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forum Novelties Santa's Helper Elf Wig; Brand: Forum Novelties; Review: The wig was so smashed in the packet that it didn't stand up on top at all.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Love Lakeside-Women's Watercolor Crinkle Scarf; Brand: Love Lakeside; Review: This scarf comes ready to wear out of the bag. The crinkle in the fabric gives them a desirable "messy" look, yet in elegant colors. Is long enough to do a slip knot, a lose wrap or shoulder duster. Probably not long enough for a braid wrap.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: bSoft Women's Footie (B&W Damask, Large); Brand: bSoft; Review: Nice product but I wear a size 9 shoe and these are much too tight on my feet.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: bSoft Women's Slipper; Brand: bSoft; Review: These were okay, but I wear a size 9 and they were at too small for my feet.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: How to Talk about Books You Haven't Read; Author: Visit Amazon's Pierre Bayard Page; Review: Based on the back cover and reviews, I expected this book to be a fun romp through lit crit, with witty and pertinent remarks about all the works Bayard's book promises are discussed inside. My expectation was that the title was a wink and a nod covering up the real truth - that you *should read these works and others. Maybe there was a subtext I missed here, but this book was painful to read. By the third chapter I was reading while hearing, "blah, blah blah" in my head. By the fourth chapter I was actually saying, "Blah blah who cares?" out loud. Bayard is apparently attempting to construct a Bloom like argument, but instead of Bloom's Anatomy of Influence, Bayard substitutes a pseudoFreudian idea of a "cultural library" we all possess, intersected with a "internal library" belonging to the individual. In other words, we can all talk about books we haven't read because culture provides us with a framework. Additionally, because we all have this internal library, the act of reading itself is pointless if it doesn't fit our intersections. Or something. To be honest, by that point I wasn't really listening. I just wanted the book to get better. It didn't. Bloom can be tedious and see meaning where there is none, but at least his arguments can be followed. Bayard, not so much. Bayard is some type of psychoanalyst, and based on this book I'd say in the Freudian style. Which? In my humble opinion is a bunch of sexually repressed old men who try to insert their penis obsessions where they don't belong. Bayard sees symbols where there are none. In addition to being a psychoanalyst, he teaches in Paris. Were I to find myself in his class, I think I would drop out of college and spork myself in the eye. Save yourself, don't read this book. I gave it one star only because Amazon won't let me review without rating. For the record, I get that it is *supposed to be subtle satire, and that by constructing his argument in the way he has, Bayard wants you to draw the opposite conclusion. However, it's so dense and irrelevant that by the time you get there, you no longer care what he's trying to say. I'm a voracious reader and have taken upper level lit classes, in fact, I've read many of the very books and have discussed many of the same ideas he covers here. I don't think it's a matter of me not being able to understand his wit, as a few reviewers have intimated about the negative reviews on Amazon. Past reviewers have called this book witty and sparkling. I found it to be neither. Instead, I think obtuse and dull might be better. I threw myself under the bus so you won't have to. Using Bayard's system, this is SB---.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Atlas Obscura: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders; Author: Visit Amazon's Joshua Foer Page; Review: Just as good as the website. Bite sized oddities. Beautifully done, a great gift, but get one to keep.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Classics for Pleasure; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Dirda Page; Review: Dirda and books. Match made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Appetites: A Cookbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Anthony Bourdain Page; Review: Bourdain, love him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Universal Harvester: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's John Darnielle Page; Review: Compelling, do not read if you don't like ambiguity.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mischling; Author: Visit Amazon's Affinity Konar Page; Review: Hard to read. Often had to take a break, heartbreaking. But excellent and I see why this won many awards.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beastly Bones: A Jackaby Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's William Ritter Page; Review: 3.5 stars, these should definitely be a movie. Fun but not deep at all, very formulaic but still entertaining. Latest just out; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Georgian London: Into the Streets; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucy Inglis Page; Review: Overall I'd give this a 3.5. It was quite interesting, my complaint is it's very disjointed. It's meant to give a history of each area of London, but often you get only one sentence about an interesting fact and then you're off to another piece of trivia with no segue? My understanding is that this began life as a series of articles rather than a book. It shows. An avalanche of names and dates and places needing more to the it together. I read this for the #nonfichistoryclub January pick. I'm glad I did, but I wanted more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cuckoo's Calling (Cormoran Strike); Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Galbraith Page; Review: It's decent, could have used some editing and of course if I didn't know it was JK Rowling I'd be more impressed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Silkworm (A Cormoran Strike Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Galbraith Page; Review: Decent pacing on this one, and again if I didn't know who wrote it it would probably be a solid 4 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ready Player One; Author: Visit Amazon's Ernest Cline Page; Review: Not a great work of fiction, but a fun nostalgia trip. Reading this one for N's reading club 2018. Movie next.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Panera Bread worker fired after TikTok exposed frozen mac and cheese; Abstract: On Friday, the poster said on Twitter that she was fired for the video, showing her place a frozen bag of macaroni and cheese into a vat of hot water.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: A Texas mom is going to prison after putting her son through unnecessary medical procedures; Abstract: A Dallas mother made her son go through unnecessary medical procedures throughout the first years of his life, court documents say.; Category: news
Title: 3-year-old Alabama girl kidnapped from birthday party, believed to be in 'extreme danger'; Abstract: An Alabama toddler is missing after police say she was kidnapped at a birthday party Saturday night. Kamille (Cupcake) McKinney went missing about 8:30 p.m. from Tom Brown Village public housing community in Avondale.; Category: news
Title: Miguel Cervantes' Wife Reveals Daughter, 3, 'Died in My Arms' After Entering Hospice Care; Abstract: Miguel Cervantes' Wife Reveals Daughter 'Died in My Arms' After Hospice Care; Category: tv
Title: 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better; Abstract: Whether you're gearing up for a road trip or just want to make your daily commute less of a chore, these car hacks will instantly improve your driving experience. The post 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: autos
Title: Queen Elizabeth's Favorite Beauty Products Have Stood the Test of Time; Abstract: Here, all the brands the British monarch swears by.; Category: lifestyle
Title: NBC News President Hits Back at Ronan Farrow's Book: "We Have No Secrets and Nothing to Hide"; Abstract: "There is no evidence of any reports of [Matt] Lauer's misconduct before his firing, no settlements, no 'hush money,'" says Noah Oppenheim in a lengthy and detailed staff memo ahead of Tuesday's release of 'Catch and Kill.'; Category: news
Title: Exclusive: Jayme Closs feeling 'stronger every day' 1 year after kidnapping; Abstract: One year after Jayme Closs was kidnapped as a 13-year-old and held for months by a man who murdered her parents, the teenager says she's feeling "stronger every day."; Category: news
Title: Eddy Merckx Hospitalized for Serious Head Injury Following Bike Crash; Abstract: The five-time Tour de France winner was injured Sunday during a bike outing with friends.; Category: sports
Title: Aubrey O'Day Responded to Critics Who Say Plastic Surgery Has Dramatically Changed Her Appearance; Abstract: "I look in the mirror. I know what I look like," the 35-year-old singer says. "I love me! I'm the happiest I've ever been."; Category: health
Title: Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's Trusted Private Secretary Has Resigned; Abstract: She stepped down from the esteemed role on Friday.; Category: lifestyle
Title: WeWork set to sack 2,000 staff as anger toward founder Adam Neumann grows; Abstract: Troubled office rental company to lay off 13% of its workforce to try to staunch massive losses and few believe the cuts will stop there; Category: finance
Title: NASCAR driver's car got flipped over and then stuck the landing in wild wreck at Talladega; Abstract: Brendan Gaughan had the best reaction to getting flipped.; Category: sports
Title: 17 photos that show the ugly truth of living in a tiny house; Abstract: From cramped lofts that are hard to access to small appliances, this is what it's really like to live in a tiny house.; Category: lifestyle
Title: The Best Hole-in-the-Wall Diner in Every State; Abstract: Did your favorite diner make the list? Thanks to our friends at Yelp, we were able to determine the best diner in every state!; Category: foodanddrink
Title: America's largest auto retailer sells customers defective used cars, report says; Abstract: A new report found that one in nine used vehicles sold from AutoNation contained defects.; Category: news
Title: 10 Cool Camper-Van Conversions You Can (Probably) Afford; Abstract: Where to start if you want to go #vanlife for your next getaway.; Category: autos
Title: Cuba Gooding Jr. pleads not guilty to sex misconduct claims; Abstract: NEW YORK (AP) Cuba Gooding Jr. has pleaded not guilty to an indictment alleging two instances of sexual misconduct. Gooding appeared Tuesday before a judge in New York City and was released on his own recognizance. The new charge involves an alleged incident in October 2018. The defense paints it as a shakedown attempt. The 51-year-old "Jerry Maguire" star was previously accused of groping a woman's breast at a bar on June 9. The woman told...; Category: movies
Title: Tiger Woods is finally writing a memoir and it has the perfect title; Abstract: HarperCollins Publishers has acquired the rights to the first-ever memoir authored by Tiger Woods.; Category: sports
Title: Former Deadliest Catch Star Jerod Sechrist Arrested, Charged with Heroin Possession; Abstract: Deadliest Catch: Jerod Sechrist Charged with Heroin Possession; Category: tv
Title: Chrisleys sue Georgia tax official with link to estranged daughter; Abstract: Todd and Julie Chrisley claim a Georgia tax official started a relationship with Lindsie Chrisley to get dirt on them.; Category: tv
Title: Soldier wounded searching for Bergdahl dies; Abstract: Allen's unit was ambushed when they were looking for Bergdahl after he deserted his base in 2009; Category: news
Title: Charles Conwell riddled with guilt, almost quit boxing after knocking Patrick Day into coma; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: See Justin Theroux's Sweet Reaction to Ex Jennifer Aniston Joining Instagram; Abstract: Actress made her debut on the social media platform on Tuesday with a Friends selfie; Category: tv
Title: Former Jacksonville Jaguar Kevin Hardy selling massive Jacksonville home for $3,175,000; Abstract: ; Category: news
Title: Apartments for rent in Jacksonville: What will $900 get you?; Abstract: Curious just how far your dollar goes in Jacksonville real estate? From budget apartments to luxury apartments, here's what you can get locally by price point, with photos and amenities.; Category: finance
Title: I Got Acrylic Nails For the First Time in a Decade, and Here's What I Wish I'd Known; Abstract: Prom night was not only the most anticlimactic experience of my high school career (my evening was, admittedly, very boring), but it was also the last time I had gotten acrylic nails until very recently.; Category: lifestyle
Title: A luxury travel company is hiring someone to stay in lavish homes around the world for $2,500 a week; Abstract: Homes include a luxury château on the French Riviera, a 25-bedroom Spanish villa, and an oceanfront home in Florida's exclusive Ocean Reef Club.; Category: travel
Title: Woman, suspect dead at 'Tarzan' actor Ron Ely's California residence; Abstract: Ron Ely, who portrayed Tarzan in the TV series in the 60s, was not harmed and is alive and well, a sheriff's office spokesman said.; Category: tv
Title: Felicity Huffman is pictured in prison jumpsuit during visit from husband William H. Macy and daughter Sophia as she starts two week sentence over college admissions scandal; Abstract: Felicity Huffman was seen Saturday wearing her green prison jumpsuit and a white hat as she goes out to meet her relatives during family visiting day at California's minimum security FCI Dublin.; Category: tv
Title: Prince Harry acknowledges tensions with William in ITV interview; Abstract: Britain's Prince Harry has acknowledged tensions with his older brother Prince William for the first time, saying they are on "different paths."; Category: lifestyle
Title: 50 Home Décor Horrors You Can't Look Away From; Abstract: Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction, and these home decor doozies are prime examples.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Illegal vapes traced to California woman who was CBD pioneer; Abstract: CARLSBAD, Calif. (AP) Some of the people rushing to emergency rooms thought the CBD vape they inhaled would help like a gentle medicine. Others puffed it for fun. What the vapors delivered instead was a jolt of synthetic marijuana, and with it an intense high of hallucinations and even seizures.; Category: news
Title: These Are 2020's Hottest Travel Destinations, According to Airbnb; Abstract: Courtesy of Airbnb An unexpected trip can be the most exciting kind of vacation to take.; Category: travel
Title: Kate Middleton Shares a Personal Message for the First Time on Instagram for a Special Cause; Abstract: Kate Middleton Shares Personal Message for First Time on Instagram; Category: lifestyle
Title: 19 Mysterious Old Home Features That Aren't Useful Anymore; Abstract: Many old homes have perplexing features that baffle their modern-day owners. Here we've solved 19 of those mysteries!!; Category: lifestyle
Title: Florida woman allegedly flees 2 car crashes, kills driver in 3rd crash; Abstract: A Florida woman who killed a 53-year-old man after running a red light and smashing into his Lexus on Saturday morning was in the process of fleeing two earlier car accidents when she caused the fatal collision, police said.; Category: news
Title: Want to retire and live in an RV full time? 8 things you need to know; Abstract: 8 tips to retire & live in an RV; Category: finance
Title: 2 reported dead after plane that vanished from radar and crashed in North Carolina; Abstract: Authorities in North Carolina have found the small plane that vanished from radar near the Raleigh-Durham International Airport on Sunday night -- two are reported dead.; Category: news
Title: Passenger wears over 5 lbs of clothes to avoid excess baggage charge; Abstract: ; Category: travel
Title: Want to retire and live in an RV full time? 8 things you need to know; Abstract: 8 tips to retire & live in an RV; Category: finance
Title: 16 transgender celebrities who are changing television; Abstract: Shows like "Euphoria," "Pose," "The Fosters," and "Shameless" have all introduced trans actors and characters in recent years.; Category: tv
Title: Jimmy Carter hospitalized after fall at Georgia home; Abstract: Spokeswoman says former President Jimmy Carter hospitalized with a pelvic fracture after falling his home.; Category: news
Title: The most powerful LGBTQ movies; Abstract: From Boys Don't Cry and Milk to Love, Simon and The Kids Are All Right, these are the most moving films about members of the LGBTQ community.; Category: movies
Title: Singer stands up to heckler who told her to take shirt off; Abstract: After being heckled on stage and told to "free the nips" at a concert in Texas, singer Maggie Rogers voiced her anger about the harassment.; Category: video
Title: Lori Loughlin Is Facing New Charges in the College Admissions Scandal; Abstract: Federal prosecutors brought new charges on Tuesday.; Category: tv
Title: Four flight attendants were arrested in Miami's airport after bringing in thousands in cash, police say; Abstract: Four American Airlines flight attendants were arrested at the Miami International Airport and charged with money laundering after bringing large amounts of cash into the country, police said.; Category: news
Title: Body of missing Alabama girl found; 2 being charged; Abstract: Investigators searching through garbage found the body of a 3-year-old girl who was missing more than a week, and authorities are charging two people with murder, police said Tuesday.; Category: news
Title: Inside Megyn Kelly's Fight Against NBC Amid New Matt Lauer Allegations; Abstract: Inside Megyn Kelly's Fight Against NBC Amid New Matt Lauer Allegations; Category: tv
Title: 1 person seriously injured in crash on the Westside; Abstract: One person was trapped with serious injuries following an accident involving a semi-truck and a pick-up truck on the Westside Monday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department. The patient was extricated from the vehicle shortly before 3 p.m. and rushed to a local hospital, JFRD said in a tweet. JFRD said the accident happened at Normandy Boulevard and Guardian Drive. It temporarily shut down Normandy Boulevard in the...; Category: autos
Title: Apartments for rent in Jacksonville: What will $1,700 get you?; Abstract: Curious just how far your dollar goes in Jacksonville real estate? From budget apartments to luxury apartments, here's what you can get locally by price point, with photos and amenities.; Category: finance
Title: 4 habits that could wreck your finances beyond repair; Abstract: Avoid these at all costs.; Category: finance
Title: 'Miracle on Ice' player Pavelich found incompetent to stand trial; Abstract: GRAND MARAIS, MINN. A player on the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic gold-winning hockey team was found incompetent to stand trial in a criminal case involving charges that he beat a friend with a metal pole. The case against Mark Pavelich, 61, of Lutsen, Minn., was suspended while Cook County authorities will petition to have Pavelich civilly committed to treatment. In a hearing late ...; Category: sports
Title: Apartments for rent in Jacksonville: What will $1,700 get you?; Abstract: Curious just how far your dollar goes in Jacksonville real estate? From budget apartments to luxury apartments, here's what you can get locally by price point, with photos and amenities.; Category: finance
Title: Multiple Houses on Fire After Plane Crashes in NJ; Abstract: At least two houses are on fire in Colonia, New Jersey, after a plane crash, according to the Colonia Fire Department. A Cessna 414 crashed into a home on Berkley Avenue at 11 a.m. Tuesday, according to the FAA. The FAA will conduct an investigation into the cause of the crash. The number of people aboard and their conditions are unknown. The area is a heavy residential area with tree-lined streets. News 4's Dennis Protsko, who is part of the...; Category: news
Title: Mississippi woman found after being missing for days by writing S.O.S. with rocks; Abstract: "S.O.S" spelled out with rocks saved a woman missing in a national park for days, according to a release from the National Park Service.; Category: news
Title: Man with brick in his hand arrested at David Schwimmer's home; Abstract: David Schwimmer was not home when a man allegedly smashed a window at his NYC pad.; Category: tv
Title: Celebrity hookups and first dates: How your favorite stars met and got together; Abstract: Find out how Beyonce and JAY-Z, Goldie and Kurt, Tim and Faith, J.Lo and A-Rod and dozens more stars first met.; Category: entertainment
Title: John Witherspoon Dies: Comedian & 'Friday' Star Was 77; Abstract: John Witherspoon, an actor-comedian who for decades made audiences laugh in television shows and films, including the hit Friday franchise, died suddenly at his home today. He was 77. "It is with deepest sorrow that we can confirm our beloved husband and father, John Witherspoon, one of the hardest working men in show business, died; Category: tv
Title: Couple's haunting wedding photo captures California wildfire raging nearby; Abstract: A Chicago couple on a destination wedding in California wine country took a surreal wedding photo while wearing masks as a wildfire burned in the distance.; Category: news
Title: Kevin Spacey Won't Be Charged in Sexual Assault Case After Accuser Dies; Abstract: The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has formally dropped a case against actor Kevin Spacey, after the accuser died.; Category: movies
Title: What 72 celebrities look like without a lick of makeup; Abstract: Stars like Bella Thorne and Alicia Keys have helped others believe that makeup is just an accessory not a necessity.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Miranda Lambert Reveals the Real Reason Behind Her Secret Wedding: 'It's Not for Everybody Else'; Abstract: Miranda Lambert Reveals Why She Secretly Married Brendan McLoughlin; Category: music
Title: Eminem Says He Sides With Chris Brown Over Rihanna Assault on Alleged Leaked Song; Abstract: Leaked audio of Eminem allegedly rapping that he'd side with Chris Brown over Rihanna assault is making rounds on social media and fans are not happy.; Category: music
Title: Celebrity Headshots from Before They Were Famous; Abstract: Prepare for some straight-up baby faces.; Category: entertainment
Title: Maryland man, 46, gets probation after he killed a father and his four daughters when his SUV crossed a median and slammed into their minivan; Abstract: Alvin Hubbard III, 46, of Cambridge, Maryland, was sentenced to one year of probation after he killed a father and his four daughters when his SUV slammed into a family's minivan in 2018; Category: news
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Before his execution, a death row inmate told his victim's family he forgives them; Abstract: Charles Rhines, who was convicted of murder in the brutal stabbing of a 22-year-old man in 1992, was executed in South Dakota Monday, the state's attorney general said, after the Supreme Court denied a last-ditch appeal of his case.; Category: news
Title: Charles Rogers, former Michigan State football, Detroit Lions star, dead at 38; Abstract: Charles Rogers, the former Michigan State football star whom the Detroit Lions selected with the second overall pick in 2003 NFL draft, has died.; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Dhole s Den; City: Bandipur Chamarajanagar District Karnataka; Review: BEAUTIFUL LOCATION AND EXCELLENT FOOD ANS STAFF : GREAT PLACE FOR A WILD LIFER AND A FAMILY VACATION. Ensure that you book the extra safaris well before hand to avoid dismantlement. The place is run by someone called Dave married to a German and the owner has a great aesthetic sense is all I can say; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dhole s Den; City: Bandipur Chamarajanagar District Karnataka; Review: this was my second trip to Dholes Den : - The place has an unmistakable Aura around it, which is brought about by the passion and Love with which its built by Karthik Dave the owner and equally the passion and love with which its maintained by Sukanta and the staff -The design of the rooms and the location are simply Divine- Its highly recommended for anyone looking for peace and bliss coupled with Luxury albeit with a eco friendly touch . All this coupled with the jungles of Bandipur and their rich wildlife make it a dream place for wild lifers ,nature lovers or simply someone desirous of being touch with nature in its most pristine form ... CHARUL; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pench Jungle Camp; City: Kohka Seoni District Madhya Pradesh; Review: I have been visiting Pench Jungle Camp for the last 5 years now on a regular basis ; The place has an aura of excellence about it :- Right from the world class quality of the tents and the quality of food and the nature park ..the place is a dream for any wildlifer seeking a high end experience with reasonable rates : One tip though .... Bargain hard for getting good rates; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neemrana s Deo Bagh; City: Gwalior Gwalior District Madhya Pradesh; Review: I have been in touch with Neemrana for the last 12 years and will ever be thankful fro the same . All of the Neemrana Hotels have the mark of excellence and Deo Bagh is no exception . The cordial and well groomed staff ..the Location and the Heritage structures situated on the property ...makes the property top class. The 16th Century Mogul chatri , the Ancient Maratha temples and structures and the Royal Jadhav family all made my visit memorable..... Its quite simply beautiful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kali Adventure camp; City: Dandeli Uttar Kannada District Karnataka; Review: Its a good place for nature and wildlifelovers. The animal sightings are not great. It could be slightly dissapointing for casual holiday goers. .............the quality of food is good but nothing great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bandipur Safari Lodge; City: Bandipur Chamarajanagar District Karnataka; Review: I visited Bandipur Jungle Lodges a few days back : The staff ,the food ,the location are all great . The most advantageous aspect si that u are assured of the safaris . If u are an avid wildlifer like me ...one should choose the Jungle lodges mainly bcoz of the assured jungle safaris . Private resorts in Karnataka also have to book safaris only through jungle lodges and hence are not always assured of safaris as all resorts have quota system . Besides its only jungle lodges have smaller vehicles and private resorts have to be satisfied with a bus/canter ... Overall the Jungle lodges are professionally run and u may not have cause for complaint; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Maison; City: Kotagiri The Nilgiris District Tamil Nadu; Review: La Maison run by a French Gentleman Named BENOIT is quite simply a piece of heaven . The Heritage bunglow once the home of a Scottish family is now renovated and is an ideal place for a good family vacation . It gives one a sense of in an Europen home surrounded by the Nilgiris . A must visit for families/indivduals looking to get a real sense of the Nilgiris away from the maddening crowd of OOty .The Host is incredible . food is good . Only complaint could be the lack of constant hot water .The heating system for water is a bit inadequate .Besides this as good as it gets .Yes the Wifi is free but there is not BSNL network for the time we were there; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rajputana Heritage; City: Sawai Madhopur Sawai Madhopur District Rajasthan; Review: The place is newly built and one gets a feeling of being at home .. The Owner /Manager Mr Vishnu Rathnd one can rely on him for helping u for almost anything required ... Strongly recommended for families and wildlife enthuisists alike ....... Also its quite economical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Osho International Meditation Resort and Guesthouse; City: Pune Pune District Maharashtra; Review: the place is ideal place to stay when at OSHO GUESTHOUSE .. No room service or TV but the place is best suited and supports the meditative space . Would recommend for anyone visiting the OSHO guesthouse .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anjushree Ujjain; City: Ujjain Ujjain District Madhya Pradesh; Review: I drove down from Ranthambhore and by the time reached Ujjain it was around 8pm and did not wish to go till Indore ..got a great deal on goibibo ..and was completely satisfied .. the rooms are big and spacious ... well maintained ..staff are professional and courteous ... the food was also great and so is the location ..most convinient Would easily recommend to any one; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fern Bhavnagar Iscon Club and Resort; City: Bhavnagar Bhavnagar District Gujarat; Review: I booked this Hotel on a recent trip in November . wanted to visit Velavadar Black Buck Sanctuary near Bhavnagar .. the Hotel is around 50kms from the place. However i booked the place through Goibibo and got a great deal .. the Place is worth every penny paid .Everything about the place has a stamp of excellence , the quality of t he rooms ..the decor ,the pool ,the facilities ..A complet thumps up..This place is however not a exclsuive hotel but doubles with a upmarket club; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Queen Elizabeth Steps Out in a Blue Coat and Hat, Following Her Months-Long Summer Vacation; Abstract: The British monarch is back at work in London this week.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Trace Adkins ties the knot in New Orleans; Abstract: Trace Adkins gets married, and you need to see who officiated the nuptials.; Category: music
Title: 17 Hallmark Movies That Are Totally Worth Watching; Abstract: From festive flicks to cheesy romantic comedies, here are all the best Hallmark movies that are worth watching at least once.; Category: tv
Title: Dwayne Johnson Jokingly Warns His Mom About Her 'Magic Mike' Birthday Celebration in Vegas; Abstract: Dwayne Johnson Jokingly Warns Mom About 'Magic Mike' Birthday Celebration; Category: movies
Title: Is Tyra Banks off the market?; Abstract: Tyra Banks has been spotted with Louis Bélanger-Martin for several months.; Category: tv
Title: Think Twice Before Logging In to Free Wi-Fi at the Airport; Abstract: Despite numerous warnings from cybersecurity experts, travelers often connect their devices to free Wi-Fi networks at airports. Next time you travel, think twice before logging in to free Wi-Fi at the airport. Buzz60's Johana Restrepo has that story.; Category: travel
Title: Flavor Flav, You ARE The Father! Paternity Test Confirms Rapper Is Dad Of 2-Month-Old Baby; Abstract: Congratulations!; Category: music
Title: 40 Tiny Health Adjustments That Can Change Your Life After 40; Abstract: Getting healthier doesn't have to mean overhauling your lifestyle. These small health changes after 40 will give you more healthy years to look forward to.; Category: health
Title: Pippa Middleton Takes Baby Son to Cranial Osteopath: 'I Was Fascinated to See How Calming It Was'; Abstract: "Soon after Arthur was born last year, I heard a few mums talking about seeing a cranial osteopath," she said. "It's a popular alternative therapy for newborns, particularly those who have had a traumatic birth, are unsettled, or have trouble sleeping," she added.; Category: health
Title: What Causes Vertigo? 15 Things Doctors Wish You Knew; Abstract: The spinning, dizzying loss of balance that indicates vertigo can come without warning.; Category: health
Title: Dean Foods files for bankruptcy; Abstract: Dean Foods, America's largest milk producer, is filing for bankruptcy.; Category: finance | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Chinese Knots for Beaded Jewellery; Author: Visit Amazon's Suzen Millodot Page; Review: This book is far superior to any of the others. This is the only book that gives complete instruction. Many of the other books do not want you to know their "trade secrets", so they leave steps out. But, this lady is a true teacher and she gives of all she knows. I began knotting to increase my mental and physical dexterity after an auto accident. Not being able to accomplish something can be very depressing. Susan Millodot takes away all the mystery! Remember that any beautiful art takes a great deal of time and effort to learn. You must be patient with yourself. And, you must practice one thing at a time. And, practice every day. If you do this, and follow Susan's greatly illustrated directions, you will be achieving better tension and more beautiful knots as time passes. And, you can do it fairly quickly. My hat goes off to a very encouraging and sharing teacher, person and author! I am so very grateful that she wrote this book and wish I could thank her personally.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gemstones of the World; Author: Visit Amazon's Walter Schumann Page; Review: I use this book constantly as a reference in my hobby. It not only has complete descriptions of the gemstones, but the color pictures are marvelous and include not just one, but MANY pictuers of the gemstones in the rough, polished and cut states. You will be glad you purchased this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diabetes and Heart Healthy Cookbook; Author: American Diabetes Association; Review: I was completely disappointed in this book and in fact, threw it in the garbage. I expected to find recipes to supplement my current bland diet, but upon examining this book, I found sugar to be in almost every recipe, including main courses, not to mention the deserts. This would be fine for someone who is simply trying to lose weight, but not for a diabetic. Especially one like me who is Type 2 and needs to strictly control their sugar consumption. I don't feel this author understands diabetic eating nor diabetes itself, as not controlling it properly can result in blindness and loss of limbs. I do not recommend this book for anyone who takes their diabetes seriously.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Brain Power: Improve Your Mind as You Age; Author: Michael J. Gelb; Review: For over 20 years I have been struggling with memory loss from a TBI. Days I can't even remember the names of my neighbors. I regularly take my meds and do brain puzzles and brain games. Living in an area where, at the time, there was no type of rehab available. I had to do it on my own. I knew how to transfer physical aspects to the opposite side of my brain, and how to teach myself to read again and retain things through repetition. But, I never realized that certain foods, organic foods and spices can help your brain. I have been living an "upside down" world as I could not sleep at night--my days and nights were mixed up. The section on sleep was a huge help to me. The section on Brain Synchronizing was extremely helpful. I have two other books on relaxation; but I could only use about 2 suggestions from each. And, creating a brain enhancing environment was a tremendous help after I recently spent several years in my home caring for my elderly mom; which caused me to lose much of what I had gained over the years. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with a Traumatic Brain Injury. Lastly, my doctor gave me results of a test I took a few weeks back; and, to my surprise there is no sign of dimentia. So, even though I was following only a few of the steps outlined in this book, the new information I found will help me to stay out of a future in a care facility.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fifties Flashback: The American Car (Motorbooks Classic); Author: Visit Amazon's Dennis Adler Page; Review: My brother was born in the early 40's and loved the cars of the 1950's when he began to drive. He was always drawing pictures of the cars of the era in his school notebooks and hoped to become a car designer. He moved to Detroit in the early 60's and lived near one of the production plants. His love of classic cars never left him and owned several and participated in car shows. He is now very ill and under nursing care. I sent him this book for his birthday and he was delighted to receive it and share it with other residents. It helps infirmed patients to relive their past and keeps them mentally alert. He had a partial hip replacement at that time and the book was a greatly appreciated surprise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: SmartyKat Corrugated Cat Scratchers; Brand: SmartyKat; Review: Cat uses it all the time; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catit Jumbo Hooded Cat Litter Pan - Warm Gray; Brand: Catit; Review: Lid doesn't sit properly and sometimes cat gets stuck inside; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Precision Pet SnooZZy Mod Chic; Brand: Petmate; Review: It's nice, but cat won't use it sadly; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pet Magasin Thermal Self-Heated Bed for Cat, Pack of 2; Brand: Pet Magasin; Review: Makes a crinkle sound that my cat doesn't like at all; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fashion's Talk Cat Toys Variety Pack for Kitty 20 Pieces; Brand: Fashion's Talk; Review: Some of the toys don't really catch my cat's attention; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Astor Aparthotel Cologne; City: Cologne North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Great location - one block off of main street. Hotel is in an older building but interior has been completely updated with very upscale details - lots of marble and tile, all new carpet and modern furnishings. I was given a room at the back and it was very private - never saw or heard another guest and it opened onto a secluded ivy covered courtyard. It was vault like quiet. Breakfast was very impressive - huge selection. There are some busy bars and cafes on the street, so I suppose a room at the front may be a little noisier, but my room at the back was just great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Studio 6 Cleveland Mentor; City: Mentor Lake County Ohio; Review: This place should be bulldozed. It looks like an old mom and pop motorcourt with new signs. When I got there the fire alarms were going off in the other bldg and all those guests were standing outside their rooms since the alarm was too loud to stay inside. The alarm continued 45 mins. After the alarm was silenced, most of them stayed outside milling about and drinking. In my room, every piece of fabric had cigarette burn holes. The mattress was worn and wrapped in some crinkly plastic. The floor was sticky. I decided to grin and bear it, went to bed, but was awakened every half hour by loud cars coming and going, conversations outside my door and a few shouting matches. Truly a scary night.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Guy Harvey Outpost a TradeWinds Beach Resort; City: St Pete Beach Florida; Review: Absolutely fantastic location, walk out the back door to the beach. There is a lovely pool, campfire pit and comfy couch chairs out back. Great bar and staff who really work hard to deliver a great experience. There is a hefty daily resort fee, but I've tried other hotels down the block to save money, and end up coming back here because it is so comfortable. Worth the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Elmira Horseheads; City: Horseheads Finger Lakes New York; Review: Very nice hotel on the surface - brand new, beautifully decorated, but it has issues. We checked in on a very hot day, the room was cool and fairly quiet at first, but once we relaxed in the room, we started hearing a steady pounding noise. My wife was convinced it was heavy construction equipment working outside, but there was none. Asked the front desk and they said it was just loud A/C equipment and nothing they could do about it. It was relatively quiet in the room, but all night there was noise and vibration (almost like hammering) from other A/C units making it hard to sleep. I've never experienced anything like this in a reputable hotel. The next morning we had breakfast in the lobby. They had 3 staff who were not keeping up. One was cooking in back, and two were consumed with making fancy Starbucks drinks. Tables were covered with dirty dishes and people were lined up at the counter. When orders were finally taken, they were wrong, and took a long time to deliver. It was really a train wreck in slow motion. We gave up on trying to get the items we paid for. I've stayed at Courtyards all over the country, but this property really reflects poorly on the brand. I will definitely choose a different property the next time I'm in the area.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Royalton New York Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: Room was amazing - large, spacious and terrace with a view on the 12th floor. Everything was new and high end. Blown away to find a spacious NYC room with a couch and a terrace.Fantastic location. Worth the price. Only grip is that the lobby bar closes too early for a Sat nite, but that seems the norm in the neighborhood.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay; City: Monterey Monterey County California; Review: Beautiful room, comfortable beds and quiet, yet walking distance to everything. It's an easy 5 min walk to fishermans wharf, and surrounded by many great restaurants, bars and shops. Tuesday evening there is also a large farmers market that runs several blocks. A perfect choice in Monterey.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas Las Colinas; City: Irving Texas; Review: Beware - Avoid this hotel - bad stay & miserable staff. I stayed for 5 nights, and it seemed nice at first, until nite 4. I realized at 2AM that the A/C had shut down. It was a long hot sleepless night, but things happen, I get that. In the morning, I told the woman at the front desk. She typed on her keyboard and told me they'd have someone fix it during the day and if not they'd move me. Reassured, I went to work. When I returned, the room was hot - no one had been in, not even the maid - bed was unmade and towels not refreshed. Back to front desk and they said no one ever told them, but they put in a call. I waited in the room half an hour until maintenance guy showed up, worked around for half hr, then said "I don't know if it's fixed, stay here and I'll check back in an hour." After this, went to desk and asked to move. They hemmed and hawed, looked annoyed, then moved me to another room. This room was in a construction zone - yellow police tape stretched across entrance on 2 sides as the sidewalk was removed and 4 ft deep trenches were dug on either side - okay, at least it was cool. Next morning on checkout, I was charged full price! When asked if everything was ok, I told the story. They apologized, took copious notes, confirmed my phone # and email and said the mgr would be in touch later that morning. Never got that call, but replied to Marriott survey a week later. Immediately got an email from hotel mgr saying she "needed time to investigate the matter". After 2 weeks with no response, I sent her a note asking if she was still investigating - no response. Unbelievable!!! I am no longer a Marriott customer because of the staff at this hotel!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Sarasota Bradenton Airport; City: Sarasota Florida; Review: The first hint of a problem was at check in - the lone person at the desk was overwhelmed- waiting on 3 guests checking in, giving directions to another guest, all with a phone pressed to his ear helping someone else book a stay. Later that night, I realized there was an all night party in the room next door - people in and out every 15 mins. By 2:30AM, I had enough and called the front desk - I called 3 times over 20 mins and no one ever answered. At checkout I told them of the issue - they apologized profusely and offered points as compensation. 2 weeks later and nothing showed in my account. I called and they promised to call back - never did. Eventually 2000 points showed up on my account. That is insulting- 2000 points does not begin to address a lost night of sleep charged at full price and the fear of knowing that no one is manning the front desk at night.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: DELSEY Paris Delsey Luggage Helium Aero Large Checked Luggage Hard Case Spinner Suitcase Titanium; Brand: DELSEY Paris; Review: We ordered this from "Racy's" online. They waited a week to email us that it was back ordered. The amazon price was within 5% and with prime shipping it arrived the next day. We have the 25" suitcase as well and loved that it stood out in a sea of black at the airport. They are lightweight and I stuffed them to the brim and still was under the limit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: eBags Large Packing Cubes for Travel - 3pc Set; Brand: ; Review: We lived overseas and travelled frequently. These were great for sectioning off clean/dirty, business/casual, and sharing a suitcase with more than one person.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kanu Surf Women's Breeze ii Rashguard; Brand: ; Review: Great fit, nice sleeve length. You do need a bra/suit on underneath...there no shelf bra or support but no "show though" issues while wet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kanu Surf Women's UPF 50+ Quick Dry Active Prints Iii Swim Boardshort; Brand: ; Review: Works great as a back and forth to the pool cover up. I wish it had a pocket big enough for today's giant smart phones.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reebok Men's Ros Workout TR Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: A little worried by the rubbing of on the right tensor from only 1 run...; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: War Brides; Author: Visit Amazon's Helen Bryan Page; Review: heart warming, cannot put it down book about the backbone of Britain.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Long Way Home; Author: Visit Amazon's Robin Pilcher Page; Review: I think Louise Penny is one of the great mystery writers alive today. She has a terrific sense of description. Her characters are believable and intelligent and contemporary. The story unfolds and it is hard to put down the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sweet Life in Paris: Delicious Adventures in the World's Most Glorious-and Perplexing-City; Author: Visit Amazon's David Lebovitz Page; Review: Both informative and entertaining. He captures the essence of Paris in people and food. Loved the book and his blog as well was very useful. I visited many of the sites in the book, even there marshmallow store. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Great Reckoning: A Novel (Chief Inspector Gamache Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Louise Penny Page; Review: Once again Louise Penny writes a can't put down mystery, with detailed description, rich human characters. The book makes you want to find and live in mythical 3 Pines.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Story Of The Lost Child (The Neapolitan Novels: Maturity, Old Age: Thorndike Press Large Print Basic); Author: Visit Amazon's Elena Ferrante Page; Review: The series of Neapolitan stories seems to improve with each book. However it is more difficult to keep track of characters on kindle as it is cumbersome to flip back to the first pages. A very complete story of an era and evolution to modern times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mystics of Mile End: A Novel; Author: Sigal Samuel; Review: The story is told from 3 different viewpoints. Touching family drama.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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