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Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Two Can Play That Game (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Man Apart (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Laurel Canyon (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best Man (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bounce (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stir of Echoes (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Oleander (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sleeping Dictionary (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man From Elysian Fields (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The End of the Affair (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paid in Full (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Brothers (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lilo and Stitch (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Minds (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angels in the Outfield (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motives (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Dogs (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Save the Last Dance (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: From Dusk Till Dawn (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Practical Magic (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enough (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 1 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends: The Series Finale (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Cinderella Story (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Breakin' All the Rules (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hurricane (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunset (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swimfan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boogeyman (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gia (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Fullscreen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Where the Heart Is (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Girls (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Les Miserables (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Great Expectations (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fever Pitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: United Curtain Metro Woven Tie Up Shade, 40 by 63-Inch, Taupe; Brand: United Curtain; Review: These are awesome curtains. They are very well made and the material is substantial. For the price you can't go wrong.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: United Curtain Metro Woven Straight Valance, 54 by 16-Inch, Navy; Brand: United Curtain; Review: These are awesome curtains. They are very well made and the material is substantial. For the price you can't go wrong.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brentwood Originals Tapestry Toss Pillow, Union Jack; Brand: Brentwood Originals; Review: Very well made pillow. I seen this pillow at high end dept store and the price was 50.00 this is a steal for the quality of this pillow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Decorbox Cotton Linen Square Throw Pillow Case Decorative Cushion Cover Pillowcase for Sofa Vintage Anchor 18 "X18 "; Brand: decorbox; Review: Nice pillow cover. Its just the writing is a little faded near the bottom of the quote. I do think it is suppose to look like that to give it a vintage look.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kilner Glass Butter Dish; Brand: Kilner; Review: The butter we made was awesome. Took 12 minutes from start to finish. All parts were in perfect condition and delivered on time. Could not ask for a better product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Sierra Court Blues-A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Lawrence Parlier Page; Review: This book is an emotional roller coaster. Once you get into it you can't put it down. His marriage is falling apart, his best friend brings drama into his life. He is so stressed that he gets sick. He loves his son and wants to be with him. This book has you turning pages because you can't put it down. I wasn't entirely sure i would like the book as much as I did because it isn't the type of book I would normally read, I was surprised when I loved it. It takes time to get into it but once you do you keep reading. You forget about the fact that these are 19 year old kids. There is drinking and drug use in this book so I would advise those who don't enjoy reading about it to not pick this book up. I do recommend this book for people who like drama and emotional books. Though do not read this book on a day that you are after something light hearted, you won't get that with this book. You will get a book that keeps you reading past the time you want to put it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to Bite You: A Novella of Bayou Gavotte - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara Monajem Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. It's a quick read, the author knows how to write a plot and characters. There is some suspense in there towards the end of the book. I won't go into the food fight club. I didn't really get it so I mostly ignored it. It was fun to watch these two fall in love and gravitate towards each other. It isn't your typical vampire book so don't go in expecting the traditional vampire or even one of the kind today. It got 4 stars instead of 5 because of the food fight club and the instant attraction/love at first sight.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rescue My Heart: Manhattan Dinner Club 1 (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Jean C. Joachim Page; Review: This book is amazing. I loved it. I can not wait to get started on the next one. Rory is a writer and dog walker with everyone telling her to get a real job. Hack is a vet who runs her down. They are forced to be together for 3 months. hack has family issues which make him unavailable but doesn't stop him from falling for her. I can't tell you too much for fear of spoiling the book but I will tell you if you are on the fence about getting this book, get it, read it, love it. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A First Love Never Dies (The Spi-Corp Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Taylor Page; Review: This book was awesome. She gets abducted by aliens and ends up working for them. She comes home to get pregnant to avoid mating with someone else. I don't normally read books relating to space but this book was intriguing and I am glad I read it. Can't wait to read number 2. Its nice for the nerd girls to grow up and become something and have people notice it. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone. The author leaves you wanting more and she keeps you reading. She creates a world you can get lost in a characters you like. Read this book if you like romances that aren't straight forward. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Montana Fire (Montana Promises) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Vella Day Page; Review: This is a great book. I loved it. I didn't realize until I came here to review it that it was part of a series. I will be going back and reading the other books soon. This book can be read as a stand alone. The characters are well thought out. They each have their own problems but are able to over come them to be together in the midst of a terrorist plot and having people targeting her. I enjoyed this book a lot and read it in a couple hours. I do wish there was a little more action than what was in it but overall it was a great book which is why it gets a 5star rating. Pick this book up today, enjoy the suspense and romance and the naughty bits as well,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood and Magic: Historical Paranormal Romance--With a Steampunk Edge (Coven Enforcers) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Gimpel Page; Review: This book was a good read. I enjoyed the story and plot line and would continue to read stories written by her. It did seem a little rushed and the fight scenes a little rushed and to kill the big bads a little too easy though they made it sound like they would be hard to kill. The book starts out exciting and stays that way through out with its own rules written for magic users. I always I enjoy well written paranormal romances and this was one of them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seducing His Heart (Manhattan Dinner Club) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Jean C. Joachim Page; Review: This is a great story. I read the first part and wanted to read number two and am glad I did. It wasn't as good as the first and the word chick was over used. Reminded me of Grease 2 in the use of the word. The story was great and so were the characters. The plot line moves forward at a steady pace which is nice as it isn't rushed or too slow like some books. You can read this book without reading the first one without being too lost as the dinner club which you only see a couple times in the story is the same in both books. I recommend this book to people who have read the first book and those who haven't.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Witch's Bounty: Urban Fantasy Romance (Demon Assassins) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Gimpel Page; Review: Ann Gimpel did a wonderful job creating this world. It had creatures I recognized from other paranormal books and some I hadn't read about before but know are in other books of this type. The love story/life mates are the type of stories I love and what got me rrally into paranormal romance. Its easy to follow though some things needed a bit more explaining like more o n how demon stalking witches came to be. I liked the plot line and the writing style. Characters were well written and had depth. I recomend getting this book if you enjoy paranormal romance.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unwanted Earl; Author: Visit Amazon's Ruth J. Hartman Page; Review: This was a good book. It is your typical regency book. IMO Conrad could have been a little stronger while trying to find himself but otherwise it is a good book. I enjoyed the read. It is a light read and you pretty much know what to expect if you read regency at all. There were some funny parts in the book and I liked that his hat kept getting stolen by different animals. There were some silly parts and sweet parts. I enjoyed this book about as much as I enjoy most regency books I read. I do feel the author could have stopped Amelia and Conrad from repeating the same phrases over and over again or put them in a different way because most people when speaking with someone over the course of several days/weeks don't repeat the same things in the same ways all the time. Otherwise it was a very nice quick read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunrise in a Garden of Love & Evil; Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara Monajem Page; Review: This is a great book. Its not your normal take on vampires being night dwelling undead creatures but more rare genetics that produce fangs, craving for blood and the ability to attract the opposite sex intensely. The author does a good job of separating her vampires from the main stream vampires of today. The book is well written and the plot line is excellent. She keeps the suspense going in this book with giving you trying to figure out who is targeting Ophelia and why. I did figure out who it was early on but thought it was for a different reason than what was revealed to be the reason. It was a good read even figuring it out pretty quickly. Her characters are well written and have more than one side unlike certain vamp books portray in their main characters. There is more about the budding romance between Gideion and Ophelia than about sex which is a nice turn to not see sex pop up every time the two mains get together. They both have reasons for not wanting to fall in love or be with one another. Which once learned you kinda get them, even if you want to smack both of them through out the book. :) I love this book and will be reading more of Barbara's bayou vampire books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hawthorne; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Ballance Page; Review: This is a sweet little story. You don't really expect the end but it is a good ending. There is no sex just closure for those involved in the story. It is a very short story but very well written.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Light The Dragon's Fire: Dragons, Griffons and Centaurs, Oh My! (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Taylor Page; Review: This was a great book. Paranormal at its best. I love the ideas of dragons and griffins and everything in between but have never really been able to get into the paranormal dragon stories even though I keep trying. I am glad I kept trying. I loved this book. You take two people who don't know the truth of them selves, one powerful king and one kings adviser who is an outcast among his kind, add a curse, an evil figure bent on taking over the kingdom and some magic and you have a great story. Margaret Taylor wove magic within the very words of the book and casts a spell over the reader to not want to stop reading. You don't want to leave the story and you want part two as soon as you finish part one. This book does end on a cliff hanger but the ending of the book feels like you haven't been deprived of anything but still leaves you wanting more. So many cliff hanger books feel rushed or unfinished and this one doesn't. Read this if you love dragons and paranormal; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surrender The Past (Loring-Abbott Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Johns Page; Review: This was a good book. You understand why she has the reasons she doesn't want to marry though I wouldn't put what happened as the only reasons she is the way she is. I like thtre way the story ended up but forgiveness isn't always the way and in most womens cases wouldn't even be an option. She might have been better if she had written it in the way of acceptance and healing as opposed to forgiveness. I liked the plot of the book and the ending minus the forgiveness and the way she starts to feel more comfortable with her attacker. Otherwise good book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sea Crest Surf Racquet Club; City: Hilton Head South Carolina; Review: This is an older resort but there were updates. The best part is you are one block from the beach! Also great location for shopping & dining. You can go to Piggly Wiggly across the street and fill the fridge with food for the week too. I thought we were staying at the location on the beach so I was disappointed at first, however, we had access to the beach and pool on the beach. The staff was friendly & professional. The units were clean. We used the resort pool which was nice. This is a great place if you just want to have a nice home base and spend the days on the beach or take a short drive to many area attractions. We visited in mid-August and I was surprised by the location how quiet the place was. They even hosted a Sunday morning meeting (coffee, tea, & donuts) and taught us a lot about the many activities to do in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus The Inn Suites At The Falls; City: Poughkeepsie New York; Review: We needed to stay local while work was being done at our home. This property made that stay worthwhile. The rooms were clean & spacious. The staff very helpful. Many things to do in the area mansions, Walkway, shopping, dining etc. The view from the breakfast room is very beautiful. We would stay again but we live only a few miles away!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Florence I 95 I 20 Civic Ctr; City: Florence South Carolina; Review: wow! ez checking with comp cookies, comp upgrade to suite, clean, friendly, awesome salt water pool, great shower pressure, fast internet, a/c, full breakfast- thank you William A.! we travel NY to FL usually once a year and this stay was great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cove at Yarmouth; City: West Yarmouth Yarmouth Cape Cod Massachusetts; Review: Very good central location, clean, wonderful staff, indoor and outdoor pool, close to shopping, beaches, whale watches, seal tours, restaurants, Cape Cod Playhouse...I would stay here again, they say the Cape has a lot of wood roaches, we had a few downstairs, they moved us upstairs and we had no further issues, they had meal/drink service at the outdoor pool too, great security but the area is safe, ample parking; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Colonel Williams Lake George Motel and Resort; City: Lake George New York; Review: We stayed here for our first time...will return again!...we booked a junior suite for two nights...clean, spacious, small fridge, small sink, microwave oven, pull out couch for kids,...the area lost power (no fault of the resort) but they kicked back some money for the issue...close to everything the area has to offer! fair price, very comfortable, safe location, outlet village and great Escape a few miles south, Lake George Village a few miles north- these are wonderful owners who want you to be happy, they said they have updates going on during the off-season- can't wait to return! Thank you!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Grand Vacations at Tuscany Village; City: Orlando Florida; Review: We traded for a two bedroom unit & were in our happy place for the week, fourteen year old son had his own room with balcony overlooking lake, he brought his tabletop telescope and enjoyed some stargazing, ten year old son had the pullout couch, wife and I had master bedroom, all clean and comfortable! We spent time at NASA, Kennedy Space Center only an hour drive away. Enjoyed both pools, many fun resort activities, pricy food on site but we shopped at Public across the street and went out a couple nights. The staff was great. Great atmosphere. We did not visit other attractions other than Downtown Disney. Everything is close though. Would absolutely return here again! We stayed in building six, floor six units 12&13. Oh yeah, we took the short easy walk to outlet village adjacent to property. Wonderful place to stay!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Swimline 70200SL FrogLog Critter Saving Escape Ramp; Brand: Swimline; Review: Great product, arrived on time and has worked like a charm, haven't had to pull a frog or bunny rabbit out of the pool since this ramp arrived !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flashing LED Buccaneer Pirate Sword (1 pc); Brand: Avner-Toys; Review: The kids loved this sword, they are 2 and 5 - the sword lit up and so did the kids eyes. Great size , great colors and fantastic Company. I had a minor problem (not the Company's fault) and this Company sent me another one out immediately at no charge. Will be purchasing more from this Company.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toysmith Get Outside GO! Super Sport Easy Catch Ball & Glove Set; Brand: Toysmith; Review: This is the cutest set, my little 2yr old played and played with this , it comes with a tiny glove and ball the size of a tennis ball, and the glove has Velcro strips so he always "thinks" he's catching it .... he did learn that ball will also stick to our Berber carpet which took the game into another direction LOL; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toysmith Monster Bus, 5"; Brand: KinsFun; Review: This little school bus is nice but I was very surprised at how small it is, it rolled really well, was nice to carry in the car because of it's size it fits in the diaper bag no prob there, but for some reason I thought it would be bigger which is why I'm giving it only 3 stars; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Graco Affix Backless Youth Booster Seat with Latch System, Sailor; Brand: Graco; Review: Great seat comes with a latch which you always look for in a booster seat IMO, sturdy, works well, comes well packaged, can't beat the price in Amazon's Deal of the Day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Count and Color Gumball; Brand: Fisher-Price; Review: This is the little toy that could, it makes noise, lights up, the balls go in the top , you push the hand and out they come out the bottom my kids played with this for hours - will be purchasing more for gifts this Holiday season.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WolVol Bump & Go Action Electric Police Car Toy with Lights and Sirens; Brand: WolVol; Review: This little car is just wonderful AND LOUD LOL, the kids love it , it flashes lights, in red and blue and has a siren , the car goes all over the floor but does not do well on carpet but the kids didn't care they stayed in the kitchen and played with it and play with it and played with it. The Company sent it well packaged and fast. Would recommend this product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playhut Despicable Me Minions Classic Hideaway; Brand: Playhut; Review: Was disappointed in this product. It's very flimsy and the kids kept trying to crawl into it only to have it constantly fall over on them or have it push backwards while they are climbing in the front. Next time I will spend a little more money because it would be worth it for me not to have (1) keep having to pick it up and get it to stand again (2) having to untangle the kids from it falling over. The one good thing about it is that it just pops right out of the box no assembly required.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Power Wheels Lil’ Quad; Brand: Power Wheels; Review: Just a short note to inform anyone out there who is thinking about purchasing this item that it is very small and was too small for my 3yr old. He could ride it yes, but it was obvious he was "scrunched' up on it - IMHO I think it's fine for a younger child like around 1 yr old. So please keep that in mind when deciding to purchase it .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radio Flyer Big Flyer (Discontinued by manufacturer); Brand: Radio Flyer; Review: Received a PINK trike not the red one ....be sure to check your package, and don't do like I did, wrapped it up for my grandson without checking the box oh brother was I so embarrassed so I'm posting this review hopefully to help others avoid the same thing that happened to me; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Haktoys Jurassic Dinosaur Bubble Gun Shooter Light Up Blower | Toy Bubble Blaster for Toddlers, Kids, Parties; Brand: Haktoys; Review: Great kids love it !; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Propet Women's W3851 Wash & Wear Slip-On; Brand: Propt; Review: Comfortable...haven't washed them yet. Plan to use these for working in yard....where I often end up with wet feet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Propet Women's W3851 Wash & Wear Slip-On; Brand: Propt; Review: Comfortable...haven't washed them yet. Plan to use these for working in yard....where I often end up with wet feet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Propet Women's Erika Shoe; Brand: Propt; Review: Because of fit, had to return. But quality and style was lovely.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clarks Women's Arbor Opal Flat; Brand: ; Review: My go to shoes in rainy weather.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bali Women's Double-Support Cotton Wire-Free Bra #3036; Brand: ; Review: Love the cotton jersey as opposed to elastic backs!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrangler Authentics Men's Classic 5-Pocket Regular Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: Wrangler still makes good jeans!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrangler Authentics Men's Classic 5-Pocket Regular Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: Wrangler still makes good jeans!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soophen Mens Necktie 3.75" Tie Solid Color Ties; Brand: Soophen; Review: This color was really a bluish pink, but not the pink we needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KissTies Solid Tie Set Satin Wedding Ties + Pocket Square + Gift Box; Brand: KissTies; Review: Just not the perfect match needed for the wedding..,nice quality, though; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jacob Alexander Solid Color Men's Regular Tie; Brand: Jacob Alexander; Review: Very nice quality tie for use in a wedding party...but the shade of pink didn't match the dresses....returned only for that reason.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dyson V6 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Purple; Brand: Dyson; Review: Best vacuum I have ever purchased; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BargainRollBack Gun Pistol Ice Cube Chocolate Soap Tray Mold Silicone Party Maker; Brand: BargainRollBack; Review: Used it for soap. Works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ello Elsie BPA-Free Glass Water Bottle, 22 oz; Brand: Ello; Review: The bottles are amazing, the low review is for the false advertisement of the color. It's not real it's green.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Precision Kitchenware - Ultra Sharp Stainless Steel Dual Julienne & Vegetable Peeler with Cleaning Brush & Blade Guard; Brand: Precision Kitchenware; Review: Absolutely love this kitchen tool. It was nice and sharp sliced through zucchini like butter! Super easy and simple to use. It's a pain in the butt to clean but definitely worth it! It beats using a big bulky machine!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hummingbird Glass Straws Clear Straight 9" x 9.5 mm Made With Pride In The USA; Brand: Hummingbird Glass Straws; Review: Love these! They aren't thin and fragile. They are fairly thick walled straws and don't feel like they will break when u hold them. I leave them inside my glass bottles with juice. Absolutely love these, won't ever use another kind of straw again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prepworks by Progressive Dome Citrus Juicer, Lemon Lime Orange Grapefruit Press, Hand Held, Manual Lemon Squeezer; Brand: Progressive; Review: Used with with lines and lemons and it works great! The measuring marks on the base and the lid are a nice touch! Definitely helped with receives and didn't have to dirty up a measuring cup!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Update International Wood handle Serrator, 7-Inch, Stainless Steel; Brand: Update International; Review: Used this to cut soap bars, gives it a pretty looking surface. Cuts through it like butter!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Omega VRT350 Heavy Duty Low Speed Masticating Juicer (white); Brand: Omega Juicers; Review: So I have now been using this juicer for about 2 weeks straight almost daily. It does give a goof juice output, and I love the fact that the juice doesn't come out warm like some of the others. There's very little foam unless you are juicing a lot of greens. Pulp comes out fairly dry. Now for what I didn't like, celery was a pain to juice. You honestly have to cut the celery down to less that 1in chucks, the fibers in the celery get stuck and it builds up in the exit spout for pulp. Greens have to be rolled up tightly and shoved down and juice with something else like a carrot or it work juice and will just stay in the middle and when you take it apart to clean you will see whole leaves still. It juice watermelon okay... It juiced it better when I left the rind on, pulp came out much drier. Oranges was another that I would juice with a carrot or the pulp would still come out supper wet. Beats needed to be cut up in small pieces and fed one by one or it would get stuck. I think apples, carrots, cucumbers and ginger was the only ones that have me no problems.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairly Odd Novelties FON-10019 Ice Cube Tray, Black; Brand: Fairly Odd Novelties; Review: I don't believe this is made out of silicon, and when I received it the end was smashed and did not bounce back to its original form. Disappointed in the product but the rest of the mold still works.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Omega VRT350 Heavy Duty Low Speed Masticating Juicer (Red); Brand: Omega; Review: So I have now been using this juicer for about 2 weeks straight almost daily. It does give a goof juice output, and I love the fact that the juice doesn't come out warm like some of the others. There's very little foam unless you are juicing a lot of greens. Pulp comes out fairly dry. Now for what I didn't like, celery was a pain to juice. You honestly have to cut the celery down to less that 1in chucks, the fibers in the celery get stuck and it builds up in the exit spout for pulp. Greens have to be rolled up tightly and shoved down and juice with something else like a carrot or it work juice and will just stay in the middle and when you take it apart to clean you will see whole leaves still. It juice watermelon okay... It juiced it better when I left the rind on, pulp came out much drier. Oranges was another that I would juice with a carrot or the pulp would still come out supper wet. Beats needed to be cut up in small pieces and fed one by one or it would get stuck. I think apples, carrots, cucumbers and ginger was the only ones that have me no problems.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gourmet Basics by Mikasa 5147845 2-Tier Flatback Metal Storage Basket, French Countryside; Brand: Gourmet Basics by Mikasa; Review: Good Sized baskets; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pard 4 Size Roses Flower Silicone Cake Mold Chocolate Sugarcraft Decorating Fondant Fimo Tool, Blue; Brand: Pard; Review: I used these with MP soap... I tried twice... Went hotter the second time to see if I could get into the little detail with no luck. The spacing inbetween the petals are super small and the mold touches in between.. So u end up with some not so cute gaps. I used a dropper to get into the cracks and it still didn't help. So disappointed, the look nothing like the pictures.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: NIKE Men’s Air Max 90 Essential Low-Top Sneakers; Brand: ; Review: Really tight on my feet; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NIKE Men's Air Max 90 Leather Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Really tight on my feet; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NIKE Men’s Air Max 90 Essential Low-Top Sneakers; Brand: ; Review: Really tight on my feet; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nike Men’s Air Max 90 Essential Low-Top Sneakers; Brand: ; Review: Really tight on my feet; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Georgia Boot Men's Georgia Athens Steel Toe Wellington Work Boot Work Shoe; Brand: Georgia Boot; Review: Ive had many pairs of work boots and these are the best by far, great boot their light and durable and fit perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Georgia Boot Men's Georgia Athens Steel Toe Wellington Work Boot Work Shoe; Brand: Georgia Boot; Review: Ive had many pairs of work boots and these are the best by far, great boot their light and durable and fit perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Caldwell DeadShot Shooting Bag Combo; Brand: Caldwell; Review: I have used it about eight times so far and it works real well and just the way it shoud; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Birchwood Casey Bullseye Repair Pasters - 1 Inch; Brand: Birchwood Casey; Review: They perform just as I would have expected , it was a while worthwhile purchase; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Splatterburst Targets - 12 x 18 inch Bullseye Reactive Shooting Target - Shots Burst Bright Fluorescent Yellow Upon Impact; Brand: Splatterburst Targets; Review: The purchase was exactly is what I expected and they worked well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Splatterburst Targets - 12 x18 inch - Silhouette Reactive Shooting Target - Shots Burst Bright Fluorescent Yellow Upon Impact; Brand: Splatterburst Targets; Review: The target is very easy to see on the hits and it helps in the training; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SME Bullseye - WiFi Shooting Target Camera Systems; Brand: SME; Review: save a lot of septs; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Stalemate (Eve Duncan); Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: So far I have enjoyed each and every one of the Eve Duncan books.. Its great how Iris Johansen brings in to each novel a key charater and brings back older charaters that you enjoyed in the past. Howeve this novel was good but perhaps not the best of the series so far.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Countdown (Eve Duncan); Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: So far I have enjoyed each and every one of the Eve Duncan books.. Its great how Iris Johansen brings in to each novel a key charater and brings back older charaters that you enjoyed in the past.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blind Alley: An Eve Duncan Forensics Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: So far I have enjoyed each and every one of the Eve Duncan books.. Its great how Iris Johansen brings in to each novel a key charater and brings back older charaters that you enjoyed in the past.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eight Days to Live: An Eve Duncan Forensics Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: I love this series, every book has been great. Eve and her family and each new character are exciting. I enjoy the recent introduction of the super natural. .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eve: A Novel (Eve Duncan); Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: I enjoyed hearing about Eve's early years and the father of Bonnie. Very interesting how the father has returned to the story line..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleep No More (Eve Duncan, Book 12); Author: Visit Amazon's Iris Johansen Page; Review: I enjoy every book of the series. There are so many wonderful characters that weave in and out of this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gods of Guilt (A Lincoln Lawyer Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Connelly Page; Review: really enjoyed this book and the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Michelin Map The World 12701 (p, Rolled) (Maps/Wall (Michelin)); Author: Visit Amazon's Michelin Page; Review: Perfect, just what I was looking for. Love to be able to see the world at a glance and think about past and future travel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gathering Prey (A Prey Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's John Sandford Page; Review: a typical PREY story. If you enjoy the series I'm sure you will like this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Brioni Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: best hotel in blackpool spotless rooms comfy beds.breakfast to die for .centrally situated for buses and trams .service is first class .small touches like tissues and bottled water make this a five star hotel .although the tariff is very reasonably priced; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bay New Southlands Hotel; City: Scarborough Scarborough District North Yorkshire England; Review: We booked with coast and country for a four day break paid extra for an upgrade and were delighted with our room .Room had four poster bed and all mod cons menu was superb nbothing was too much for any of the staff.The only fault was the lack of entertainment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Blackpool Beach Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: Spotless room clean towels every day disabled amenities excellent .Only complaint why are guests allowed to park in disabled bays without a blue badge. When i asked the receptionist she explained the guest in question had left badge in other vehicle? really ? poor excuse only 3 disabled bays but i think more than 3 dedicated disability rooms; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bay Great Western Hotel; City: Oban Argyll and Bute Scotland; Review: spent a few days in oban great western is up to the usual shearings standard we had a premier room well worth the extra premium. good views nice and warm and the staff were very friendly. food was plentiful although when asked for biscuits and cheese which came with celery and grapes yes the sum total of three grapes!!! but all in a lovely break thanks shearings!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brioni Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: the place to stay in blackpool wondeful hosts breakfast to die for . beds are sooo comfortable . we have been going for several years now and it just gets better .nothing is too much trouble for john and clare.thanks again .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel; City: Pitlochry Perth and Kinross Scotland; Review: break was first class . food was very good bed was a killer !!! . even after putting 4 pillows under mattress it was still saggy . had to have toilet seat replaced filthy !!! staff were lovely . spa sauna ,and fitness centre and a pool !!! wonderful will be back; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Janelas do Mar Apartments; City: Albufeira Faro District Algarve; Review: spent 5 days here apt was clean but very basic . beds clean but saggy ,fridge was poor basic cutlery and crockerty.the beach was 10 mns away if you were an olympic sprinter ? but was too far from shops bars and any entertainment. never again ! but the plus side was the sun shone ! and coming from scotland in the rain the heat was glorious!!!!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Blackpool Bispham Hotel; City: Bispham Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: very comfortable we book a disability room and it was perfect very clean plenty of towel changes ,have stayed often im premier inns but this one was first class.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chandlers Hotel; City: Ascog Isle of Bute Argyll and Bute Scotland; Review: just back from chandlers hotel . can;t find anything negative to say !. WONDERFUL STAY good company attentive hosts .room are so special ! could have stayed on . THANK YOU to ANDREW ALISON and lovely family tansy @bobby KENNEDY room; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 69 Cromwell Road; City: Burntisland Fife Scotland; Review: terrific value so comfortable ,and the hosts annie and eddie were so kind .my partner took ill and an ambulance had to be sent for .they were so good and kept me calm when all i wanted to do was cry . thanks so much annie and bobby port glasgow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bay Great Western Hotel; City: Oban Argyll and Bute Scotland; Review: our last break was over a year ago ,but what a change room was clean but the bed was a bit saggy .bathroom was shabby poor finishing round the bath towel rail didnnt work .quiet room though with a seaview extra payment. food was very poor asked for salad which was a side salad with 1 slice of cheap ham and a slice of cold beef . took the chicken next night with salad but when the waitress brought it she told me (the chef says it does not go ) let me be the judge of that ! carpet near the dining room door is very dirty sorry shearings but surely you can do better we paid just over £200 for the two nights in a double room for dinner bed and breakfast and felt we had overpaid; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Balmoral Guest House; City: Morecambe Lancaster District Lancashire England; Review: wonderful hosts great company .the beds were so comfortable .good food and easy parking lots of places to eat nearby well stocked bar .we were very comfortable and warm thanks to rob and lee .see you soon.tansy and bobby; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Anchorage Hotel; City: Troon South Ayrshire Ayrshire Scotland; Review: last week my partner and i enjoyed a lunch in the hotel .food was very good and we got a tarriff for rooms .some days later i found the bill for our food and drink and was amazed that we had been charged £4.20 for a pint of heinekin lager .bit steep i thought so i rang to see if we had been overcharged .but to my dismay the lady on phone said yes thats the price .sorry never again .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brioni Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: thanks to clare and john for another wonderful break . guests are treated like friends and that makes the visit so much more homely ! love to the family . hope mum has a good trip home . thanks again t@b; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Angel Hotel; City: Whitby Scarborough District North Yorkshire England; Review: We ate a couple of times while we were in whitby .pleasant staff welcoming atmosphere sat in the window overlooking the harbour .reasonably priced but do try the fish @chips to die for nearly kidnapped the chef! well worth a visit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dionard Guest House; City: Inverness Scottish Highlands Scotland; Review: Thanks to Doris for being such a gracious hostess . The Dionard is very warm and comfortable ideal for a couple of recycled teenagers ! A memory foam mattress on the most comfy bed ,a well equipped room with a silent fridge . Super shower and lots of toiletries. great breakfasts with plenty of choice . we enjoyed super weather but there is lots to do and see.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brioni Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: the best in customer service . great breakfasts fantastic hosts spotless rooms and central for transport . lots of car parking spaces thanks to john and clare for a wonderful stay ! keep aroom free for us we will be back soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Putechan Hotel; City: Campbeltown Kintyre Peninsula Argyll and Bute Scotland; Review: We are just back from a two day stay at the Putechan hotel . Hotel was not what we expected basics were good spotless bed linen good view from windows large bathroom . But we were were expecting the room to be slightly cleaner ,mirror was dirty walls were stained . Quite a lot of dust inside bedside lamps which didn't work . Had to go back and forward to reception for bath mats none supplied supplies of milk satchets of coffee all of which was given with a smile and a sorry ! But the state of the mugs supplied ! they hadn't been near a dishwasher . Staff were all lovely very warm and friendly and doing their best Including the barman who I nearly swallowed when I realised we had paid £11 for two small glasses of red wine sorry Putechan I do realise that there are new owners but surely new brooms sweep clean !; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Linksview Guest House Carnoustie; City: Carnoustie Angus Scotland; Review: Stayed here for two nights for a short break .Hosts June and Phil were warm and welcoming was our room .Spotless room with all amenities power shower was super .Breakfast was a delight with June waiting on us making sure we had all we could eat ! all in an excellent stay with wonderful and knowledgeable owners thanks and hoping to see you again Bobby and Tansy l.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brucefield Boutique B B; City: Arbroath Angus Scotland; Review: Stayed a few days and had a fantastic time .Thanks to Jane and the girlies ,not forgetting Raymond wonderful host. Great pleasure staying with you .Hoping to see you all soon. and apart from anything else the weather was bright and dry .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Elbow Room; City: Kirkcaldy Fife Scotland; Review: just stayed the one night with our westie ,large room spotlessly clean and well equipped fridge too .bathroom was huge with a roll top bath superb ! food was freshly prepared and cooked .staff were all very friendly .and animal lovers thanks for all; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Parts Express Power Supply Regulated 3-12 VDC 2A 6-Way; Brand: Parts Express; Review: I bought this power supply because it seemed very similar to one I already have that has worked really well for me. Turns out the this power supply was similar in all the right ways, but uses a large transformer at it's core. Nothing wrong with that. This power supply is very solid and forgiving. I've been using to power a high voltage circuit (kilovolts) and it has performed perfectly. So if you are looking for a solid 12 volt power supply this little guy should work just fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speedy Battery Charger,Universal Smart Rechargeable Battery Charger for AA AAA C Li-ion IMR 18650 26650 21700 14500 16340 18500 10440; Brand: DOCA; Review: This is a good power supply, but it has a few things that may bother other users. FIrst positive and negative covers are not marked if you remove the caps. This is easily resolved by marking the positive and negative poles to the right and left of them with a sharpy. Second, notice it does not have a ground pole, but the power supply is grounded. This means that the DC output is isolated from the grounded primary. The third grounding pole option is nice, but not absolutely necessary. You cannot set the voltage or current limit in advanced. While an inconvenience it can be easily resolved by simply starting the unit with no load, setting the voltage (which will show without a load) and dropping the current to zero on the dial. Then add your load and slowly raise the current to whatever level you desire. Another way is to make marks around the current dial for the different current levels it represents. For the money, this unit works as advertise and if you want the extra bells and whistles, you will have to spend more. If you can live with the limitations than this power supply is very good purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Audio-Technica ATR-6550 Video Camera Cardioid/Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone; Brand: Audio-Technica; Review: Use this all the time for my videos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BM Premium 2-Pack of LP-E10 Batteries and Battery Charger Kit for Canon EOS Rebel T3, T5, T6, T7, Kiss; Brand: BM Premium; Review: This is a great substitute for any cannon camera system The batteries fit perfectly and last longer than the standard cannon battery. Love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Foto&Tech Metal Adapter 5/8-Inch Male to 3/8-Inch Female Mic Screw for Mic Microphone Stand; Brand: Foto&Tech; Review: Just what I needed for my microphone. I use a Snowball Blue and this adapter works great on it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M570 Wireless Trackball Mouse – Ergonomic Design with Sculpted Right-hand Shape, Compatible with Apple Mac and Microsoft Windows; Brand: Logitech; Review: I've had this type of Trackball before and I still love them over the standard mouse. Not having to move my hand all over the place to click on an item on the screen is heaven for me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gosky Smartphone Capturer for Iphone Smartphones - Three Sides Held the; Brand: Gosky; Review: This thing works as advertised. I used it both on my telescope and binoculars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gosky 1.25 Crystalview Moon Filter for Telescope Eyepiece - Standand 1.25inch Filter Thread - Metal Frame - Optical Glass; Brand: Gosky; Review: This thing works as advertised. I used it both on my telescope and binoculars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gosky Universal Cell Phone Adapter Mount; Brand: Gosky; Review: This thing works as advertised. I used it both on my telescope and binoculars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AudioQuest LP record clean brush; Brand: AudioQuest; Review: Well I bought this just because dust is everywhere and tends to collect on my vinyls. The first time I used it I took out an old jazz album that was pretty dusty, and surprisingly it picked up a lot of stuff! I then got a newer vinyl that is kept very clean (yet had a little dust on it) just to see how it works with that. After a few spins, it seemed to collect like 97% of the dust! The design is nice, but it could have been made out of metal or something. Still it works great, and I use it all the time (sometimes on my computer screen too). I hate you dust...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Opteka 0.20X Professional Super AF Fisheye Lens for Nikon D4s, D4, D3x, Df, D810, D800, D750, D610, D600, D7200,; Brand: Opteka; Review: I really like fish-eye photography. It may be a bit silly, but its just incredibly useful sometimes. For this reason I could not justify paying over 600 bucks for a good fish-eye lens, so I gave this adapter a try. It is made pretty darn well. The glass is actually pretty nice too, with a bit of fringing but overall great for the cheap price. I would surely recommend this if you want to have some fun. However, I was very disappointed in the design of the lens cap. Basically the glass comes RIGHT up to the edge, and it comes with a cheap thin plastic cap that unfortunately has some beveled out numbers on the inside. Thats probably the STUPIDEST thing they did in making this product. I woudl probably respect it more if it didn't come with a lens cap. After using my cap for like 3 days I noticed that the beveled numbers were starting to hurt the glass. I had to glue in a nice soft material so it works better. Still, amazing fun lens adapter for the low cost! I use it all the time!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bower VLB1658B High-Speed Super Fisheye Wide-Angle Lens with Macro 0.16x 58mm; Brand: Bower; Review: I can't go without a fisheye and I cant afford a true fisheye lens, and so this is a perfect solution. I just upgraded my digital SLR camera to the Nikon D7000 and had to get rid of all my old lenses and filters. I decided to go with this fisheye and I am happy I did. I think all photographers should use a fisheye from time to time just for kicks. It is so much fun to toy around with. The quality isn't AMAZING, but for the price it is perfect. I rated the "Lens Quality" lower only because the edges get a bit out of focus and the color does tend to split, but again, this is just a quick filter and it gets the job done without spending 900 bucks. I was worried that it wouldnt be as good as my last fisheye filter (different brand name) but it is as good and better. So fun.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony NSZ-GT1 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player Featuring Google TV with Built-In Wi-Fi; Brand: Sony; Review: My First Impressions: -Now, remember I just got this thing so if I am missing any unlearned knowledge that is understandable. As far as the design itself, it is a beautiful piece of work: sleek and well built. Especially the remote with its compact yet easy to use shape. I do however have a few deal-breaking design complaints. One is that the remote is not back-lit and for $250 I would think a high end remote would be included. I watch in the dark 90% of the time so it is annoying trying to type without seeing the buttons. You can however use your Droid phone as a remote, and that's awesome (i believe some new models coming out might have a back-lit remote). Secondly, the buttons "click" when pressed which is a picky complaint but in my case a good one. I hate that. Lastly as far as design, the unit only has an HDMI output, which these days is the new standard, but I also like to use an old video projector I have which means I need to get a converter box for another $40 or so just to get the component wires. -As far as the interface itself, I am very pleased. The 'mouse' control on the keyboard is a little slow sometimes and took some time to get used to, but its second nature now. I love how you can search various apps, tv, youtube, the web and more all in one click (the roots of Google). I also like only needing one single remote to control my TV, BluRay, and Comcast DVR box. Finally! The tv listings in Google is great, showing everything in categories and letting you know how much time is left. I have been trying to find out how to search for a show that is not currently on, which I figure must be do-able. I am disappointed that almost everything costs money. Whether it be Amazon or whatever, if you want to stream it, you probably have to pay for it. Even Hulu is blocked (which can be seen just fine with a work around thanks to PlayOn, however it costs a little $ after the trial period and come on, get real, give us the internet back Hulu!). The last complaint I want to talk about is the Market. The rage is being able to download all kinds of useful apps, however there are not that many. In fact some apps I really wanted (like SubSonic for streaming music and video from my PC) was not on the market. Now, all I had to do was copy the APK files from my rooted Razr to my email, then open them on Google TV and install them, but still. Yes, this works for a lot of phone apps, and yes they look big and strange on the TV but at least they work. Now I can stream music no problem, get facebook notifications, and more because of 'hacking' them onto the system. I know it is new and so more apps will; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CowboyStudio Pro Video Counter Weight Boom Set with Light Stand, Boom Arm and Counter Weight; Brand: CowboyStudio; Review: I am very new to lighting, but I knew that I should have a softbox and a boom stand. This stand was quite cheap, but I thought I would give it a shot. Boy am I glad I did! I am using this for a speedlight softbox, fyi... The stand is designed well, thick heavy metal ,as a boom stand should be to hold all that weight. It does not have stupid screws to hold the joints, but rather little knobs that turn to unlock and turn to lock, so simple and efficient. If I have any worries at all it is the plastic boom joint, however it seems very very strong and well made, so time will tell. The legs are wide and strong. The sandbag has a double zipper (which I suggest to fill with metal or rocks, rather than sand which is annoying). I filled it up, attached a softbox and speedlight, then moved the arm as high as it can go (which was quite high!). Obviously it was a little wobbly, as any stand attempting to balance all that weight would be, but it was strong and safe. I love the shots I am getting with this thing. Oh, also you can take off the boom and use it as a regular stand too, since it has the metal top. I suggest you buy this. I am sure you can find better ones for a lot more money, but dang, this is a great strong boom stand. Do it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yongnuo RF-603 N3 2.4GHz Wireless Flash Trigger/Wireless Shutter Release Transceiver Kit for Nikon D90/D3100/D5000/D7000; Brand: YONGNUO; Review: I am new to wireless, and obviously I didn't want to spend hundreds on JUST the triggers. I took a chance on this company and I have to admit I would recommend this product to anyone in need. The remotes run off two AAA batteries, and seem to last a long time. I tested the radio from far away and it fired every time. I have seen videos on YouTube showing someone firing it even over a football field away. It is a sleek design and is great because every one is a remote, reciever, AND a shutter release. Amazing. My only annoyance with the product is that the "ON-OFF" switch is right on the top, right where the speedlight goes... So basically everytime you need to turn them on or off you need to detach your light to do so. Not a huge issue, but if it was on the side it would be flawless. Buy this. I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hardline Products HR-8061-2 Hour Meter/Tachometer for up to 2-Cylinder Engines; Brand: Hardline Products; Review: I bought a new ATV that did not come with an hour meter so there would be no way to know when service would be due other than to guess. This unit has exceeded my expectations as it not only shows you the engine hours, it also shows you the total number of starts and the current engine RPM. The unit was easier than expected to install as all you have to do is to wrap the wire that is on the unit around the engine's spark plug wire and secure it with a zip tie. It is best to determine where you want to mount the display unit before you route the wire. Even if the wire that comes with it is not long enough all you need to do is replace the wire with any length of 18 gauge wire and slip the end of the wire into the holes in the unit. You do not even need to strip the end of the wire or make any electrical connections as this unit works through inductive elecrtical pulses. Also, any adjustments to the units output readings are simple and straight forward. I would buy another one of these in a hartbeat if I ever need another one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Battery Tender 081-0069-6 Ring Terminal Harness with Black Fused 2-Pin Quick Disconnect Plug; Brand: Battery Tender; Review: I bought this to permanently install onto the battery of my ATV. Installation was simple and the length of the attached wires were sufficient to easily route it through the frame work of my ATV. Now that it is installed, all I have to do is remove the protective cap and plug my Battery Tender Junior into it. This harness exceeded my expectations.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pit Bull CHIT0012 AIR Tires Wheels, 10.00 x 6.00 x 10.00; Brand: Pit Bull; Review: These Tires & Wheels completely met our expectations and I would definitely buy them again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plano 1510-01 Rear Mount ATV Storage Box; Brand: Plano; Review: I put this on the back of my ATV and it works great for hauling tools, etc. around the ranch. I have never regretted buying this, in short, I love it! Plus, it was easy to install.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ACDelco A3083C Professional Air Filter; Brand: ACDelco; Review: The OEM filter for my GMC Acadia. And it works great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ACDelco CF179C GM Original Equipment Cabin Air Filter; Brand: ACDelco; Review: This is the OEM Cabin Air Filter for my GMC Acadia. This was easy to replace and should be replaced at least once a year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Qty (2) Strong Arm 4339 compatible with Ford Excursion 2000-2005, F250,350,450,550 1999-2007 Super Duty Front Hood Gas Lift Supports; Brand: Strong Arm; Review: Perfect fit and easy to install.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain-X 19 inches 5079276-2 Latitude 2-in-1 Water Repellency Wiper Blade, 19" (Pack of 1); Brand: Rain-X; Review: The installation was extremely easy and the break in procedures were clearly stated on the product packaging. Unfortunately, we are currently in a drought so I have not had the opportunity to use them yet that is why I am only giving them four stars. I will add additional comments once I have used them; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: EzyShade Windshield Sun Shade + Bonus Item. See Size-Chart with Your Vehicle (Easy-Read). Universal Car Sunshades Keep Your Vehicle; Brand: EzyShade; Review: Fits perfectly in my 2011 GMC Acadia. This product exceeded my expectations.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Summer Office Supply Caddy - Can Hold ALL Office Accessories.; Brand: PRTSupply; Review: Love it. Thank yoi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anne Taintor 73062"Helpless without Her Sticky Notes; Brand: Anne Taintor; Review: Thank you; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Embellished Thank You - 36 Thank You Cards - 6 Designs - Blank Cards - Gray Envelopes Included; Brand: Note Card Cafe; Review: Yup works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mountain Sun Thank You Cards - Note Cards Set of 12 Cards and Envelopes; Brand: Peaks Publishing Inc; Review: Yup; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics 8-Sheet Cross-Cut Paper and Credit Card Shredder; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Works like a charm!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Coleman Propane Grill | RoadTrip LXE Portable Gas Grill; Brand: Coleman; Review: cooks awesome - love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coleman Propane Grill | RoadTrip LXE Portable Gas Grill; Brand: Coleman; Review: cooks awesome - love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winterial Camping Cookware and Pot Set, 10 Piece Set for Camping, Backpacking, Hiking, Trekking; Brand: Winterial; Review: Great set, smaller than imagined; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ozark Trail Ultra High Back Folding Quad Camp Chair Fuchsia; Brand: QAS; Review: Very Sturdy, lightweight but doesn't fold up as small as other cheaper chairs. Feels like a real chair though; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SIGGI Faux Fur Trapper Hat for Men Cotton Warm Ushanka Russian Hunting Hat; Brand: SIGGI; Review: This is one awesome hat, comfortable, wore it all winter in deep snow, with a nice hoodie is perfect and warms whole face and head; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mossy Oak String Nocking Points (5 Pieces); Brand: Mossy Oak Hunting Accessories; Review: Great item - better quality than picture, very pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OMP Youth Armguard; Brand: OMP; Review: Great item - better quality than picture, very pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GPP Archery Carbon 30-Inch Targeting/Hunting Arrows Field Points Replaceable Tips (12 Pack) Recuve Bow & Compound Bow; Brand: GPP; Review: Great item - better quality than picture, very pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Southwest Archery Spyder Takedown Recurve Bow and Arrow Set – Compact Fast Accurate 62" Hunting; Brand: Southwest Archery; Review: Great item - better quality than picture, very pleased. It is awesome, a year later. Love this bow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HOYT / EASTON ARCHERY BOW ARROW REST - STICK ON ADHESIVE - AVAILABLE IN RIGHT AND LEFT HAND; Brand: HOTY/EASTON; Review: Great item - better quality than picture, very pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEET Suede Leather Glove; Brand: Neet; Review: good quality and looks nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vortex Optics Flip Cap Optic Covers; Brand: Vortex Optics; Review: good quality and looks nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burris 200261 Ballistic Plex 2-7x32mm; Brand: Burris; Review: very clear works great - perfect scout scope; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: October Mountain Products No Spill Tube Quiver; Brand: OMP; Review: good quality and looks nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snow Peak Men's Titanium Coffee Press; Brand: Snow Peak; Review: good quality and looks nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TOURBON Canvas and Leather Rifle Buttstock Ammo Cartridge Holder; Brand: TOURBON; Review: good quality and looks nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Mizado Latin Kitchen; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: Although I like the atmosphere and concept of this place, and really want to like the food, unfortunately everything is just too spicy for me to eat. I wish they could consider offering some milder tacos/dishes. The first couple times I went I tried different tacos, all of which I found too spicy to eat. So I went again last night and ordered the ceviche sampler, thinking it would be less spicy. However, I found this to be extremely spicy as well, and couldn't eat this dish either. I've talked to others who feel the same - so if you like spicy food or are just there for the drinks, this place is great. If you aren't a fan of spicy food though, this place isn't for you.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Muddy Mutts; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: We have two large dogs (90lbs and 70lbs), and we love bringing our dogs here for the do-it-yourself baths. It is extremely affordable, and they provide all the necessary tools and products to make bathing as easy and quick as possible. Our dogs don't even mind getting bathed here, which is surprising, given one of them is extremely shy and timid. I am so glad we have this option in the city!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rowdy's Rascals; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: For the price point, I was very disappointed in the variety of animals. We were told 7 animals, I assumed it was 7 different animals. Instead, we got 2 small bunnies, 2 small hens/roosters, a duck, and 3 miniature donkeys/ponies. As we had also gotten the pony ride package, the kids really did not care at all about seeing the bigger animals. I was assuming we would at least get a little goat, miniature pig, or a furry chicken (based on other petting zoo parties I have been to and other reviews), but we did not get any of that. Additionally, since the only staff member was giving the pony rides, there was no oversight provided over the petting zoo animals. This was ok since everyone was watching their kids, but it made me very concerned for the animals, given the apparent lack of care. The poor small animals also seemed terrified, and I felt bad having them at the party. Next time, I would skip the petting zoo and just get pony rides.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evolve Coffee + Matcha; City: Metairie, LA; Review: I finally tried this place after a friend recommended it, and it did not disappoint! I am so happy to finally have a good coffee spot in the area - I'd say this is the best coffee shop I've been to in the greater New Orleans area. We also tried their muffins, and they were the best I have had. Muffins were super fresh (still warm), with the perfect crunchy top. Prices were very reasonable. I can't wait to go back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Store PoBoys & More; City: Metairie, LA; Review: We've ordered take out from The Store twice; both times have been great. I ordered the Asian avocado salad with fried shrimp tonight. The salad was a very generous portion by itself, with lots of avocado. The shrimp though were gigantic, and there were probably 12 on the salad. I couldn't even eat them all. Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bub’s Nola; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: These are definitely my favorite burgers in the city! The patties are perfectly thin and delicious, and the bread and butter pickles aren't too sweet (as I usually don't like B&B pickles). The peanut bubber is also incredible... I was initially skeptical but after I tried my husbands I am a convert. Definitely worth checking them out if you haven't yet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YuYan Kitchen; City: Metairie, LA; Review: We visited YuYan for the first time this evening and will definitely be back! I am not normally a fan of Chinese food as everything is so greasy and covered with sauce, but this was the best Chinese food I have had. Everything tasted super fresh and the flavors were delicious. We got the beef and onion dumplings (obviously homemade and delicious), I got the shrimp fried noodles and my husband got the spicy beef noodles. The portions were very generous. It might be slightly more expensive than the Americanized Chinese food you are used to, but the quality of food is a lot better. I am looking forward to going back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Marina Elite; City: Arguineguin Mogan Gran Canaria Canary Islands; Review: Just had a 10 night break in this somewhat oddly layed out hotel.after reading some reviews we were a little hesitant to say the least.we arrived at 11pm due to flight times.On checking in at reception we were given a box containing our evening meal which was a nice surprise given the time we arrived. The gentleman on reception was welcoming and polite as were 99% of the staff during our stay.Our room was spotless and had an ample balcony.the choice of food during our stay was varied and ther was always a good selection,be it,fish,meat,salads,and cheeses.for a hotel with a lot of people in it the bar seavice was good,no massive queues and very polite barstaff.Entertainment was not top class but sitting round the pool on an evening with a beer it was nice to be entertained,we had an average spanish singer and a rather good juggling act to name a few.we enjoyed short walks to anfi beach and a taxi into puerto rico was 3.5€.this hotel is not recommended if you cant walk up hills.the hotel is on 3 tiers with two pools.however you will feel better after 10 days here,we did.i would recomend this hotel to my family and friends without hesitation. Dont believe all you read and give it a go.you wont regret it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Kurfuerst Kamp; City: Kamp Bornhofen Rhineland Palatinate; Review: We travelled on a 5 night break with national holidays. THe hotel is somewhat outdated but our room was warm and clean and had a view of the rhine from our window,beds we're comfortable and warm.the food is good quality if a tad sparce.i never had to queue for a drink at the bar on any of the all inclusive nights.the staff we're helpfull and polite and nothing was to much trouble.lovely area to stay ,with breathtaking views.when you get a break as nice as this for a very reasonable price you shouldn't expect the waldorf! Will do this again,no problem.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crioula Club Hotel Resort; City: Santa Maria Ilha do Sal; Review: After reading some reviews on this hotel i was a little apprehensive about our holiday. Well i can tell you it was an amazing hotel in an up and coming area. Outside was packed with half built hotels and not a lot else.however a short walk into santa maria proved to be very enjoyable and relaxing.yes,you do get bugged by locals wanting to sell you all sorts of souvenirs and such,but a simple no thank you is enough and they leave you alone. We walked all around the town and felt safe.Now for the hotel! i will start with our room,spotlessly cleaned every day,fresh bedding and towels.tv left a lot to be desired but they are in the process of upgrading all rooms to flat screens.reception on telly was poor.only wanted news but very rarely able to watch it.restaurant, WOW!so many choices every day and all beautifully cooked and presented.we had two weeks and never once were bored with the choice on offer.staff.from reception to cleaners,barstaff,gardeners,all were polite,welcoming and fun.Here comes the best bit!the animation team were amazing,all day every day making your holiday as active or not as you want it to be.Samuel,Alexandre and the team work there backsides off to help you have fun.from games around the pool to great shows on an evening.they spend all day and night making your holliday fun.if you go to this hotel you will not have to look for them!THEY WILL FIND YOU.cant sing their praises enough.i would highly recomend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kings Head Hotel; City: Hoveton Wroxham Norfolk East Anglia England; Review: We decided to try this establishment whilst on holiday in wroxham. Bad decision. The pub was less than half full,yet finding a clean and empty table proved to be a hard task.eventually found a member of staff to clear us a table.wish we hadn't bothered.we ordered a ribeye and a rump steak.ribeye was not a ribeye and rump was three bits of steak of various thickness.so much so that one of the pieces was raw in the middle.on returning it we then recieved a further mix and match of steak pieces.not one member of the very young staff seemed bothered.the toilets are digusting and the floors of the dining areas were filthy.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Derwent Blackpool; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: Just returned from a weekend in this hotel.A very warm welcome from the owner.He is very informative about what's going on in Blackpool and helpfull with directions .Our room was clean and the bed very comfortable. Tea and coffee in room.It is on a busy road and a little noisy at night,however it is Blackpool! For those of you who say you couldn't swing your cat in the room,do what i did,dont take your cat with you!Looking forward to doing this again ln same hotel/bnb.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Burstin Hotel; City: Folkestone Kent England; Review: Just returned from a three night stay National holidays. Where do i begin? First thing is to remove the word grand! Two of the three nights without hot water in room.mould on bathroom ceiling, filthy window frames, dogs left in rooms all night yapping. Dogs barking in the bar.A dislexic bingo caller who couldn't make his mind up if you'd won or not.flat lager served by staff who have no idea about customer service. Evening meals consisted of dry as cardboard pork chops.Next night braised beef,again cooked until dried out.cold vegetables and coffee that looked like muddy water. I understand this is a budget hotel and you should not expect a lot for your money, however, basic service, standards and quality are lacking in this hotel. I have done this trip a number of times but even the basics have slipped below the standard of this normally average hotel.Thanks to national holidays for the usual great service and driver.shame they cant find a nicer place for their customers. Will be my last visit to this dump but not my last ,holiday with national.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Beach Club Hotel; City: Kololi Serekunda Banjul Division; Review: Just returned from a two week stay in this hotel. Its our second visit in three years and the improvements are very noticeable. New locks on room doors,breakfast has improved, entertainment in bar on evenings, all be it much the same every night.prices on food and drinks much more in line with the strip.the biggest difference is the atmosphere generated by the staff.happy to help with anything and so polite.If i had to make one criticism it would be the amount of shall we say "Lady's of the night"who visit the hotel.there seems to be an opinion among regular guests that its getting a bit like a brothel. Will definitely return again for a good value break.a big thank you to all the staff,from gardeners to reception.see you soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Virgilio; City: Riva Del Garda Province of Trento Trentino Alto Adige; Review: We did this nine day trip with National Holidays. Our outward journey started with a 5.15am pick up . We travelled to woodall services to change coaches for our trip to Italy. Our driver was a short and very angry man who laughed like Sid James. Everyone else on the road was a useless driver and he moaned all the way to woodall.His sidekick sat at the front or the coach on his phone all the way.They joked to themselves about the driver who had slept and missed this trip and then had him on the phone winding him up.on arrival at woodall it was pouring down as everyone changed coaches.Sid James then proceeded to shout and yell at passengers telling them to get out of the way whilst he emptied his lockers, flinging cases onto the wet ground.And now i will tell you about the coch ws boarded for our journey to Italy.Our drivers were Ken and Jordan.Nothing was too much trouble for the dynamic duo.they were kind,helpful, informative, funny and much more.Our hotel was clean ,staff were fantastic,food was amazing. I would recomend this trip with National Holidays. Yes,it is a long trip to Italy and back but the sights are totally amazing.If your lucky enough to get Kenand Jordan as your drivers you will enjoy it all the more. Once again,thanks to the brilliant staff at this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Best and worst QB performances from NFL Week 6; Abstract: The 13 games played so far in NFL Week 6 were highlighted by a couple of epic offensive showdowns, some flawless masterpieces and a few rotten eggs. We're diving into the best and worst quarterback performances from the weekend's action, starting with the man who led the Houston Texans over the Kansas City Chiefs.; Category: sports
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: Sanders tries to one-up Warren on fighting 'corporate greed' ahead of Tuesday debate; Abstract: As Democratic presidential hopefuls prepare for another debate Tuesday night, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., released a plan on "corporate accountability and democracy" that attempts to go further than proposals from fellow progressive Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., released earlier this year.; Category: news
Title: Lakers and Nets players lost money on broken agreements in China; Abstract: According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, players on the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers both lost money last week in China.; Category: sports
Title: Pelosi says she and Graham will introduce resolution to block Trump on Syria; Abstract: Senator Lindsey Graham has been trying to dissuade the president from withdrawing all the remaining U.S. troops from Syria; Category: news
Title: Couple Didn't Know Why Car Was Running Strangely Then They Popped The Hood; Abstract: Earlier this week, Holly Persic was driving to work in Pennsylvania when her car suddenly started acting up. The engine was making a weird sound, and there was a faint smell of burning. Persic pulled over and called her husband, Chris. He suggested she pop the hood. And sure enough, this is what they found: Chris Persic Inside the engine compartment were hundreds of walnuts, along with some dry grass. A squirrel, it seems, had chosen the...; Category: lifestyle
Title: Is There Such A Thing As A Harmless Crush When You're Married?; Abstract: "Do you need help with those bags?"I am walking past the Studio City Starbucks to my car, carrying two medium-sized shopping bags from Papyrus. Without looking up, I smile politely in hisdirection and shake my head "no." Next, I hear his footsteps and briefly feelthe warmth of his hand next to mine as he gently takes the larger of the twobags out of one of my hands ― he smells like a freshly laundered T-shirt.It's a move that I would typically...; Category: lifestyle
Title: Chicago Teachers Union's Negotiations With City Wrap Up With No Deal Monday Night; Abstract: Ngotiations between the Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union wrapped up for the night with no deal Monday, as the days count down before a strike could go ahead.; Category: news
Title: Simultaneous implosion of Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota signals sad end to 2015 NFL draft; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: China wants tariffs cut to enable $50 billion imports from U.S.- Bloomberg; Abstract: China wants tariffs cut to enable $50 bln imports from U.S.; Category: finance
Title: 'Dejuiced' or not, Yankees baffled by these playoff baseballs in Game 3; Abstract: Science says the postseason ball is different than the regular season baseball, which was different than the 2018 ball, and so on, stretching back to 2015. MLB says, and this is a exceptionally rough paraphrase: Shut up nerds, everything is fine ... y'all tripping. Brett Gardner almost tripped over himself in the fourth inning trying to track down a fly ball. He wildly misread the ...; Category: sports
Title: Disheveled USMNT out-muscled by Canada; Abstract: The listless, answerless, planless Americans were out-everything'ed by John Herdman and Canada.; Category: sports
Title: Presidential election model that got it wrong once in 40 years predicts Trump 2020 win; Abstract: A presidential election model that incorrectly predicted just one election outcome since 1980 shows President Trump winning reelection in 2020.; Category: news
Title: Six people are dead after a mass shooting in Puerto Rico; Abstract: ; Category: news
Title: Mystery Woman Kissing Singer Usher Identified As Record Exec; Abstract: He is newly single.; Category: music
Title: Why I stopped shopping at Marshall's and Trader Joe's; Abstract: They're money pits. There, I said it.; Category: finance
Title: Joe Maddon taking on challenge bigger than winning with Angels; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: China Is Leasing an Entire Pacific Island. Its Residents Are Shocked.; Abstract: SYDNEY, Australia The island of Tulagi served as a South Pacific headquarters for Britain then Japan, and during World War II, its natural deepwater harbor made it a military gem. Now, China is moving in with plans to effectively take control. Under a secretive deal signed last month with a provincial government in the Solomon Islands, a Beijing-based company with close ties to the Chinese Communist Party has secured exclusive development...; Category: news
Title: Fort Worth shooting: Officers weren't asked to do welfare check. Here's how it changed things; Abstract: When Atatiana Jefferson's neighbor called police, he says he expected them to go check and see if she was OK.; Category: news
Title: A tourist was fined for wearing a string bikini on a beach in the Philippines, but travelers get punished for the way they dress more often than you might think; Abstract: A Taiwanese tourist was recently arrested and fined after wearing a bikini that was deemed to be too revealing on the Philippine island of Boracay.; Category: travel
Title: Report: Ezekiel Elliott's dad investigated after police shoot wild cat near his home; Abstract: The father of star Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is being probed after Ohio police shot a wild, Serval cat near his home, according to NBC4i.com. The mid-sized, spotted feline - a breed that can stand two feet at the shoulder and weigh ...; Category: sports
Title: Alec Baldwin's 'heart goes out to' imprisoned Felicity Huffman and husband William H. Macy; Abstract: Alec Baldwin thinks incarceration shouldn't be a consequence for those guilty in the admissions scandal and gave a shout-out to Felicity Huffman.; Category: tv
Title: 'The Office' star Jenna Fischer responds to Chrissy Teigen's theory that Jim and Pam are divorced; Abstract: Jenna, who played Pam opposite John Krasinski's Jim on the hit NBC sitcom, thinks Chrissy got it wrong.; Category: tv
Title: Solomon: Astros are Team October; Abstract: NEW YORK In the pregame hype video at venerable Yankee Stadium, a broadcaster's call blared throughout the stadium as a highlight reel ran on the video screen, stating that the "dream season continues." Well, it is continuing. But perhaps for just one more day, thanks to the Houston Astros. On Thursday, the Astros once again flexed their muscle against the Yankees, taking an 8-3 win to move within a victory of advancing to the World Series for...; Category: sports
Title: Trump's Advisers Gave Him Option to Recognize Armenian Genocide as Tactic to Pressure Turkey; Abstract: Dozens of nations see the deaths of a million and a half Armenians and hundreds of thousands of Greeks and Assyrians under the Ottomans as a genocide, the U.S. might have too, an NSC official told Newsweek.; Category: news
Title: Patrick Mahomes shouldn't try to rush back; Abstract: The league has seen too many young quarterbacks leave early for too many reasons. The Chiefs, and the NFL, need his talent and flair.; Category: sports
Title: Anxious Democratic Establishment Asks, 'Is There Anybody Else?'; Abstract: Party leaders who are fatalistic about Democrats' chances in 2020 are musing about possible late entrants to the race.; Category: news
Title: Report: Patriots trade for Mohamed Sanu, send second-round pick to Falcons; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: NFL Week 8 Power Rankings: Old-school football rules the day; Abstract: NFL Week 8 Power Rankings: Old-school football rules the day; Category: sports
Title: Why the Patriots made a very un-Patriots trade for Mohamed Sanu; Abstract: The Patriots haven't traded a second-round pick for an age 30 player since ... Corey Dillon.; Category: sports
Title: XFL releases its debut schedule for 2020 season; Abstract: NEW YORK (AP) Jim Zorn will return to the sideline to coach the XFL's Seattle team against Washington's when the new league kicks off on Saturday, Feb. 8.; Category: sports
Title: CTU Says Mayor 'Dashed Hopes' for Quick Settlement; Abstract: It appears the Chicago Teachers Union strike won't end any time soon after Mayor Lori Lightfoot sent the union a letter on Monday that CTU President Jesse Sharkey said "dashed hopes" for a quick settlement. In the letter,; Category: news
Title: Iraq: American troops leaving Syria cannot stay in Iraq; Abstract: BAGHDAD (AP) U.S. troops leaving Syria and heading to neighboring Iraq do not have permission to stay in the country, Iraq's military said Tuesday as American forces continued to pull out of northern Syria after Turkey's invasion of the border region.; Category: news
Title: Putin and Erdogan Announce Plan for Northeast Syria, Bolstering Russian Influence; Abstract: His jets patrol Syrian skies. His military is expanding operations at the main naval base in Syria. He is forging closer ties to Turkey. He and his Syrian allies are moving into territory vacated by the United States. And on Tuesday, President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia played host to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey for more than six hours of talks on how they and other regional players will divide control of Syria, devastated by eight years of civil war.; Category: news
Title: Mohamed Sanu Can't Contain Excitement Over Trade To Patriots On Twitter; Abstract: It was a good day for New England Patriots fans and perhaps and even better day for Mohamed Sanu. Patriots fans awoke on Tuesday morning basking in the glory of; Category: sports
Title: Official's homophobic slur ignites explosive reaction against Tennessee tourism hot spot; Abstract: Commissioner Warren Hurst used a homophobic slur to describe presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, setting off widespread criticism.; Category: news
Title: Chipotle is running out of a meaty option, but guac fans you can breathe easy; Abstract: Chipotle is running out of carne asada but is testing a new queso, salads and quesadillas. Plus, the avocado shortage from the summer is over.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 'What Is Going to Happen to Us?' Inside ISIS Prison, Children Ask Their Fate; Abstract: NORTHEASTERN SYRIA The prisoners cover the floor like a carpet of human despair. Many are missing eyes or limbs, some are bone-thin from sickness, and most wear orange jumpsuits similar to what the Islamic State, the terrorist group they once belonged to, dressed its own captives in before it killed them. Upstairs, jammed into two cells with little sunlight, are more than 150 children ages roughly 9 to 14 from a range of countries. Their...; Category: news
Title: Frustrated with season so far, Melvin Gordon appears to regret his holdout; Abstract: The Los Angeles Chargers rusher seems to have wished he attended training camp after all.; Category: sports
Title: Georgia sheriff's 'No Trick-or-Treat' signs trigger lawsuit from sex offenders; Abstract: A group of sex offenders in Georgia is suing the Butts County Sheriff's office for posting "No Trick-or-Treat" signs on their homes.; Category: news
Title: There shouldn't have been doubt about Aaron Rodgers thriving with Packers' rookie head coach; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Nationals fans, welcome to the World Series. Here's hoping you make it to the end.; Abstract: Game 1 was a heart attack of a win in Washington's first Fall Classic appearance in 86 years. Are you ready for more?; Category: sports
Title: Elizabeth Warren alarmed about turmoil in overnight lending markets; Abstract: Elizabeth Warren fears Wall Street will use the recent mayhem in overnight lending markets to convince Washington to relax regulations aimed at preventing a repeat of the 2008 crisis.; Category: finance
Title: Tom Brady: I don't know what the future holds; Abstract: During the pregame show before Monday night's game between the Patriots and Jets, Adam Schefter of ESPN noted that Tom Brady's contract is up after the 2019 season and that he's put his house in Massachusetts up for sale. Schefter went on to say that Brady is "setting it up to move on," although there's [more]; Category: sports
Title: CNN Poll: Biden's lead in Democratic primary hits widest margin since April; Abstract: Former Vice President Joe Biden's lead in the race for the Democratic nomination for president has rebounded, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS.; Category: news
Title: Bernie Sanders slams Joe Biden campaign for accepting super PAC donations in effort to 'buy the election'; Abstract: Sen. Bernie Sanders' campaign on Thursday accused Joe Biden of selling out to big donors in an effort to "buy the election" following reports that the former vice president and frontrunner for the Democratic Party's 2020 presidential nomination would form a super PAC to accept unlimited donations from billionaires and corporate elites to cure his current fundraising woes.; Category: news
Title: As Chicago teachers' strike drags on, union members learn civil disobedience tactics; Abstract: As the Chicago teachers' strike drags on, educators and union members formed a road block and locked arms Thursday during civil disobedience training.; Category: news
Title: Solomons vetoes Chinese 'lease' on Pacific island; Abstract: A Chinese company's attempt to lease an entire island in the Pacific archipelago was unlawful and will not be allowed to go ahead, the Solomon Islands said Friday. Tulagi, an island about two square kilometres (0.8 square miles) with a population of 1,200, is the site of a former Japanese naval base and was the scene of fierce fighting in World War II.; Category: news
Title: New Hyundai Azera Looks Pretty Gorgeous; Abstract: The full-size sedan quietly left the U.S. market a few years ago, but now we're hoping it returns.; Category: autos
Title: NFL rushing title likely to go down to the wire; Abstract: The race to lead the league in rushing appears set to go down to the wire this season, with the NFL's top four running backs all projected to finish the season within 30 yards of each other. Vikings running back Dalvin Cook leads the league with 823 rushing yards, followed by Jacksonville's Leonard Fournette at [more]; Category: sports
Title: Jeff Bezos is set to lose his crown as world's richest person; Abstract: Jeff Bezos is about to relinquish the title of world's richest person to Bill Gates, as Amazon.com Inc. stock tumbled in late trading Thursday.; Category: finance
Title: Woman who made it on Delta flight without a ticket or boarding pass says 'it's not my fault'; Abstract: The woman who managed to board a Delta flight out of Orlando insists that she bought a ticket at a kiosk, accidentally chucked her boarding pass on her way to the plane, and was let through all the screening checkpoints with just a selfie on her phone. "It's their fault," she told WKMG-TV on Tuesday. "This is not my fault." She said she does not have a driver's license so could not show that as ID. But officials searching garbage bins for 45...; Category: travel
Title: Five NFL rookies who are already becoming household names; Abstract: It seems like it was ages ago when fans were clamoring to watch this NFL season. Now that it is here, we are already through Week 7. During that time, several rookies have become household names.; Category: sports
Title: U.S. court rejects challenge to EPA review of Obama vehicle rules; Abstract: U.S. court rejects challenge to EPA review of Obama vehicle rules; Category: news
Title: Jane Fonda, Ted Danson Arrested During Ongoing Climate Change Protest; Abstract: Jane Fonda was arrested (again) on Friday during an ongoing climate change protest in Washington D.C., and this time was joined by Ted Danson. A video posted by Washington Post's Hannah Jewell showed Danson being detained by police outside of the Capitol Building with his hands restrained on Friday morning. When asked if he has; Category: movies
Title: Whistleblower complaint: Coalition of Inspectors General slam DOJ opinion; Abstract: A coalition of Inspectors General is urging the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel to withdraw or modify its opinion that the whistleblower complaint regarding President Donald Trump's communications with Ukraine was not of "urgent concern," a determination that initially blocked the allegations from reaching Congress.; Category: news
Title: Putin just took a victory lap in the Middle East. Now he's turning to Africa; Abstract: For decades, the most visible link between Russia and the continent of Africa was the Kalashnikov. Rebel groups, national militaries and even police officers carried the Soviet-designed AK-47 rifle. They still do.; Category: news
Title: Orlando Scandrick rips Eagles: They have 'accountability issues'; Abstract: Orlando Scandrick found himself released on Monday, one day after surrendering the first touchdown of the Week 7 game against his former team, the Dallas Cowboys.; Category: sports
Title: Detroit Lions' Darius Slay: 'Nobody's safe' after Quandre Diggs trade; Abstract: A two-time Pro Bowler, Darius Slay did not directly answer when asked Thursday whether he wants to stay with the Detroit Lions at the trade deadline; 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: Kyoto's Gion neighborhood cracks down on photography; Abstract: Kyoto's historic Gion neighborhood is banning photography in certain areas in response to ongoing issues with bad tourist behavior.; Category: travel
Title: U.S. Rep. John Conyers, civil rights icon and former dean of Congress, dies at 90; Abstract: Conyers' death comes nearly two years after he resigned his seat in Congress during a #MeToo scandal.; Category: news
Title: Elizabeth Warren's Days Defending Big Corporations; Abstract: Elizabeth Warren had never taken on the federal government before. But in 1995, she found herself up against the Clinton administration, representing the Cleveland-based conglomerate LTV Steel. Even though LTV had sold off its coal mines during the 1980s, a new law required it to contribute to a health fund for retired miners. LTV believed that it should not have to pay. Those claims, the company said, should have been handled as part of its...; Category: finance
Title: US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen; Abstract: White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call for the US Federal Reserve as it prepares for a meeting on interest rates this week.; Category: finance
Title: A false ad claiming Republicans back the Green New Deal tests Facebook's policy on lies; Abstract: A left-leaning PAC ran a Facebook ad falsely claiming that Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham endorsed the Green New Deal. The ad came after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez grilled Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg earlier this week about the company's policy of allowing politicians to run ads on the platform that are false.; Category: news
Title: MLB bans women who flashed their chests behind home plate during Game 5 of World Series; Abstract: MLB has indefinitely banned two women who flashed their chests on television during the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Sunday night.; Category: sports
Title: Fact Checker: Trump's shiny new talking point about income growth; Abstract: The president is touting numbers that favorably compare his record to Obama and Bush, but he's cherry-picking the data.; Category: news
Title: Jets trade DL Leonard Williams to Giants; Abstract: The USC product is in the final year of his deal, and the Jets wanted to get something for him while they still could. The third-rounder they'll be getting from the Giants will presumably be an early third-rounder.; Category: sports
Title: As Kurds Tracked ISIS Leader, U.S. Withdrawal Threw Raid Into Turmoil; Abstract: When the international manhunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State, zoomed in on a village in northwestern Syria, the United States turned to its local allies to help track the world's most-wanted terrorist.; Category: news
Title: Baghdadi hid among rivals and enemies in rebel-held Syrian province; Abstract: Idlib is a reminder of threats still radiating from the country's civil war; Category: news
Title: Trump says likely Baghdadi successor killed by U.S. troops; Abstract: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the U.S. military had killed the person who likely would have succeeded Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi as the leader of Islamic State.; Category: news
Title: As Kurds Tracked ISIS Leader, U.S. Withdrawal Threw Raid Into Turmoil; Abstract: When the international manhunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State, zoomed in on a village in northwestern Syria, the United States turned to its local allies to help track the world's most-wanted terrorist.; Category: news
Title: Over 70 Female British Politicians Sign Letter Supporting Meghan Markle; Abstract: They call out the "colonial undertones" of many stories written about the duchess.; Category: lifestyle
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: Minnesota Armenians upset Rep. Omar didn't support measure recognizing genocide; Abstract: Members of the Twin Cities Armenian community criticized U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar on Tuesday for not supporting a measure that recognizes the century-old mass killings of Armenians by Ottoman Turks as a genocide. The House voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to approve the measure in a clear rebuke to NATO ally Turkey in the wake of its invasion of northern Syria. Omar, however, was one of three members ...; Category: news
Title: Kroger accepting Visa credit cards again after banning them; Abstract: Kroger is now accepting Visa credit cards at all stores, a Kroger spokeswoman told Business Insider on Wednesday.; Category: finance
Title: This popular New York City public park has a dark past; Abstract: Washington Square Park is a wonderful place for a rainbow of reasons including the dog park, street performers and N.Y. Dosas, the resident South Indian food truck. This Greenwich Village hangout is undoubtedly iconic to New York City. However, it harbors a secret history. While most locals might know this morbid tidbit, tourists on a Sunday stroll might not: Washington Square Park was once a burial ground and thousands of remains could still be...; Category: travel
Title: Anthony Davis is why you always trade for the superstar if you can; Abstract: This is the teammate LeBron James was waiting for.; Category: sports
Title: Fall TV Scheduling Hits & Misses (2019); Abstract: ; Category: tv
Title: Foie Gras Is Banned by New York City; Abstract: Lutèce served it seared, with dark chocolate sauce and bitter orange marmalade. Le Cirque offered it in classic terrine form, but also served it with rabbit and bacon and made it the scene-stealer in a ravioli dish. But Lutèce closed in New York in 2004. Le Cirque shut its last Manhattan location in 2017. And foie gras, the calling card of fine French dining, is about to follow suit. The New York City Council overwhelmingly passed legislation on...; Category: foodanddrink
Title: A Michelin-starred chef is crafting $3 lunches for thousands of public school kids; Abstract: Dan Giusti was chef at the world's "best restaurant" where people spend over $350 to dine. Now, he feeds kids beef enchiladas and jelly sandwiches.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Obama calls out call-out culture: "That's not activism"; Abstract: At the annual Obama Foundation summit, the former president said he's concerned about how people approach differences in opinion, especially on social media; Category: news
Title: Former CIA Director Brennan: Votes were swayed by Russian influence operation; Abstract: Former CIA Director Brennan: Votes were swayed by Russian influence operation; Category: news
Title: Avonte Maddox feared he was paralyzed after hit; Abstract: When Eagles cornerback Avonte Maddox was hit by teammate Andrew Sendejo on Sept. 26, he knew his legs hurt. The problem was, nothing above his waist did. According to Dave Zangaro of NBCSportsPhiladelphia.com, Maddox described the incident from the game against the Packers, and the moments of fear. He said for 20 seconds, he couldn't [more]; Category: sports
Title: Hinch: "I'll have to live with" bullpen decision in Game 7; Abstract: HOUSTON (AP) Astros manager AJ Hinch had options. There was Zack Greinke, a veteran ace showing his first signs of fatigue. Out in the bullpen, Gerrit Cole was watching. And of course, Will Harris was warming. What came next, Hinch will contemplate for years. "It's a decision I'll have to live with," he said. After Greinke allowed a homer to Anthony Rendon and walked Juan Soto, Hinch handed a 2-1 lead to Harris in the seventh inning of World...; Category: sports
Title: Chicago teachers' strike ends after 11 days. CPS will have 5 make-up days of school; Abstract: The Chicago Teachers Union voted to accept a tentative agreement with Mayor Lori Lightfoot. The two sides argued over how many days to make up.; Category: news
Title: Stephen Strasburg goes from shutdown to World Series MVP; Abstract: HOUSTON (AP) The shutdown that shook baseball paid off for Stephen Strasburg and the Washington Nationals. It just took seven seasons. Strasburg was voted MVP of the World Series following the Nationals' 6-2 win over the Houston Astros in Game 7 on Wednesday night, the first title in the 51 seasons of the Washington/Montreal Expos franchise. Ending the most prolific of 10 big league seasons for the 31-year-old right-hander, Strasburg went 5-0...; Category: sports
Title: Trump quietly cut legal immigration by up to 65%; Abstract: This is what immigration restrictionists have been waiting for.; Category: news
Title: Trump hints that dog injured in al-Baghdadi raid will visit White House; Abstract: President Trump on Thursday indicated that the dog injured in the raid that led to the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi will visit the White House next week.; Category: news
Title: Anxious and Cooped Up, 1.5 Million Kashmiri Children Are Still Out of School; Abstract: Every day, Aliya Khan, a fifth-grader in Kashmir, steps out of her house and walks down a dirt lane lined by tall maple trees to check on what's happening at her school.; Category: news
Title: McDonald's apologizes for 'Sundae Bloody Sundae' Halloween promotion; Abstract: McDonald's has canceled a promotion for a "Sundae Bloody Sundae" ice cream that was available in Portugal for Halloween.; 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: McDonald's apologizes for 'Sundae Bloody Sundae' Halloween promotion; Abstract: McDonald's has canceled a promotion for a "Sundae Bloody Sundae" ice cream that was available in Portugal for Halloween.; Category: finance
Title: Patriots wanted a test. Now, they need some answers; Abstract: The first quarter was the worst the Patriots had played all season.; Category: sports
Title: The US has been left alone to drive the world economy; China should help out; Abstract: Destructive confrontation and intractable hostility between nuclear-armed military powers should give way to a sober-minded statecraft based on a worldly assessment of national interest.; Category: finance
Title: As companies flee blue cities, middle class workers are hurt; Abstract: Burdensome taxes will drive out even more businesses and harm local economies in the future.; Category: finance
Title: Rodgers rips Packers' road focus after blowout loss to Bolts; Abstract: CARSON, Calif. (AP) There's a saying around the NBA about visiting teams that play terribly at Staples Center after spending the previous evening out enjoying Hollywood's innumerable pleasures for young millionaires. LA nightlife is undefeated. Aaron Rodgers wouldn't go so far as to say explicitly that the young Green Bay Packers enjoyed too much of the good life during their weekend on the coast. But the 35-year-old superstar said something...; Category: sports
Title: Seahawks' Wilson is the MVP right now and there's no debate; Abstract: The NFL MVP debate has had about 10 different candidates at the forefront since the season began.; Category: sports
Title: Bette Midler mocks Lori Loughlin's college admission scandal; Abstract: In a new tweet, Bette Midler pokes fun at Lori Loughlin's involvement in the college admission scandal.; Category: music
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: Reports: LSU LB Michael Divinity removed from team days before Alabama game; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Lane Kiffin interested in Florida State head coach job; Abstract: Look out, folks. Lane Kiffin wants back into the Power Five, expressing his interest in the Florida State job on the heels of Willie Taggart's Sunday firing.; Category: sports
Title: MLB free-agent predictions: Rankings, rumors for the top players on the market; Abstract: We'll take a quick look at why 10 players will be attractive as free agents, a couple of places they might wind up and then a prediction.; Category: sports
Title: US issues $20 million reward for American missing in Iran, ups sanctions; Abstract: WASHINGTON (AP) The Trump administration on Monday offered a reward of up to $20 million for information about Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent who disappeared in Iran in 2007, and imposed new sanctions on leading Iranian officials as relations deteriorated further on the 40th anniversary of the U.S. Embassy takeover. The reward for help solving the Levinson disappearance and the sanctions also come as Iran said it was doubling the number...; Category: news
Title: Iran displays new anti-U.S. murals on the 40th anniversary of the U.S. Embassy seizure; Abstract: One mural appeared to reference the June shoot-down of a U.S. drone.; Category: news
Title: Bears' Khalil Mack calls out Eagles C Jason Kelce's controversial tactics in offsides penalties; Abstract: The Chicago Bears doomed themselves early in the first half in a 22-14 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. While the Bears offense had a historically bad first half performance netting just 9 total yards the defense had its share of struggles with five pre-snap penalties in the first half against the Eagles. Bears outside linebacker Khalil Mack isn't one to point fingers for the defense's struggles, but when asked about those pre-snap...; Category: sports
Title: Black cat visits field during Cowboys-Giants game on 'Monday Night Football'; Abstract: ; Category: sports
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: Martin Scorsese Elaborates on Marvel Criticism: Tentpoles Have No 'Revelation, Mystery or Genuine Emotional Danger'; Abstract: Martin Scorsese, never one to be understated, published a lengthy opinion piece on Monday evening, hoping to clarify his widely-disseminated remarks that he does not think Marvel movies qualify as cinema.; Category: movies
Title: Giannis Antetokounmpo had hilarious quote about crooked rim; Abstract: Giannis Antetokounmpo offered a hilarious quote on Monday night about a crooked rim in his Milwaukee Bucks' game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night.; Category: sports
Title: A New Zealand man accidentally bought 1,000 chickens online for $0.96; Abstract: Steve Morrow was initially only looking to buy "a couple more" hens for his bed and breakfast but accidentally won an online auction for 1,000 birds.; Category: news
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: Man Goes To Adoption Event And Finds His Long-Lost Dog; Abstract: Shannon McCann and Nick Pizio hadn't planned on adopting another dog.; Category: lifestyle
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: US dad fears for his young children trapped in Syria; Abstract: It's been four years since Bashirul Shikder has seen his children. His wife took them to Syria to be with ISIS. Now he fears the withdrawal of US forces will make it harder to get them back.; Category: news
Title: 25 bathrooms? Former Clinton labor secretary says Bezos' mansion helps make case for soaking the rich; Abstract: Robert Reich served as labor secretary in the Clinton administration, where he was named by Time Magazine as one of the 10 most effective cabinet secretaries of the 20th century. He's a Rhodes scholar, a best-selling author, a documentarian and a professor of public policy at UC Berkeley. What he's not, apparently, is a fan of billionaires clinging to their riches.; Category: finance
Title: Dez Bryant plans to reach out to NFL teams in two weeks; Abstract: The former Cowboys' WR1 is just looking for a chance.; Category: sports
Title: Man charged with hate crime in racist acid attack; Abstract: Clifton Blackwell, 61, was charged with first degree reckless injury, use of a dangerous weapon and a hate crime.; Category: news
Title: A man dies in Hawaii after falling into a lava tube in his yard; Abstract: An elderly man died after falling into a lava tube on his property in Hilo, Hawaii, police announced on Wednesday.; Category: news
Title: Sneaky reason why Ravens, not Patriots, are AFC's best; Abstract: In addition to MVP candidate Lamar Jackson, the Ravens' improving defense gives them an edge, Chris Mueller writes.; Category: sports
Title: Bill Gates: I'm happy to pay $20 billion in taxes, but Warren's plan would make me do a little math; Abstract: Bill Gates, the Microsoft co-founder, waded deep in to the hotly debated topic of taxing the wealthy to redistribute money to the have-nots a contentious issue that Sen. Elizabeth Warren has been at the forefront of as she bids to become the 2020 Democratic presidential nominee.; Category: finance
Title: DHS expected to have biometrics on 260 million people by 2022; Abstract: That's about 40 million more than the agency's expected in 2017.; Category: news
Title: Iowan convicted of murder claims his life-sentence was served once he died, was revived in medical emergency. The court disagrees.; Abstract: An Iowa convicted of murder was rushed from prison to the hospital where his heart was restarted five times. Now he claims he should be freed; Category: news
Title: New pass interference reviews have led to a lot of confusion; Abstract: MINNEAPOLIS (AP) When the yellow flag flew for defensive pass interference on Minnesota Vikings cornerback Xavier Rhodes in a recent game, coach Mike Zimmer immediately contested the call. His newfound right to seek a replay, however, went unexercised. The email Zimmer received earlier in the day from the NFL, containing current statistics on the experimental penalty reviews, had already dashed that hope. "They haven't overturned any, so I...; Category: sports
Title: South Korea deports two murder suspects back to North Korea; Abstract: South Korea has deported two North Korean fishermen suspected of killing 16 fellow crew members, including the boat's captain, before fleeing to South Korean waters.; Category: news
Title: Yang on possible Bloomberg run: 'There are limits to what money can do'; Abstract: Democratic 2020 candidate Andrew Yang praised Michael Bloomberg, but cautioned the billionaire businessman.; Category: news
Title: Snow crab sells for record price in Japan; Abstract: A "five shining star" snow crab was auctioned off in Tottori, Japan for a record-breaking 5 million yen ($46,000). wide.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Jimmy Garoppolo addresses Erin Andrews interview by saying he uses 'baby' 500 times a game; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Netflix is ending support for old devices from Samsung, Roku, and Vizio in December; Abstract: Everyone needs a set-top box eventually; Category: news
Title: Chase Young fiasco highlights absurdity of NCAA's outdated model; Abstract: The nation's No. 1 team (per the College Football Playoff selection committee) will be without it's No. 1 player (per NFL scouts) on Saturday, a self-inflicted wound to college football that could morph into something even bigger.; Category: sports
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: Chrissy Teigen Apologizes for Her 'Tone Deaf' Joke About Her Mom; Abstract: "I'm sorry and I will do better to not be such an a------."; Category: tv
Title: 'The bridge has definitely been burned': Williams says Redskins have smeared him in aftermath of cancer diagnosis; Abstract: Seven-time Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams won't play for the Redskins this season, and his future with the team is unclear.; Category: sports
Title: 10 Gazans dead as Israel hit on militant chief sparks rocket barrage; Abstract: Israel's military killed a commander from Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad in a strike on his home in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, triggering exchanges of fire in a violent escalation that left another nine Gazans dead. Islamic Jihad is the second most-powerful militant group in the Gaza Strip after Hamas.; Category: news | mind |
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Title: Blue Q Men's Crew Socks - Fits Men's Shoe Size 7-12; Brand: Blue Q; Review: Love the quirkiness of these socks. They could be a little heavier but fits well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: CBTL Kaldi 9905 Single-Cup Brewer with Espresso, Coffee, Tea and Milk Frother Bundle, White; Brand: CBTL; Review: I'm very happy with this machine. I already have a La Pavoni and enjoy the theater of pulling espresso shots, except when I really need coffee and I can't muster the coordination. In the past, I've resisted any kind of machine that requires pods, capsules...anything where there's a question of freshness. I was shocked at the flavor of the drinks this machine produces. It's a small machine, as others have mentioned, but feels substantial. It doesn't have that hollow feel many other machines have. It's easy to operate under my upper cabinets. I don't like kitchen clutter, but I can tuck this away and run it in-place. It heats quickly; I can have my shot pulled within two minutes total. And because I drink lattes, I can fill the water tank and have it last for days. I was excited to read what other reviewers wrote about changing the temperature and volume of the beverage dispensed. I'll be experimenting with that in the morning. I'm already looking forward to my morning latte. I have tried several different drinks: premium and Italian espresso, decaf espresso, house and french roast, chai and tropical tea. My favorites are the straight-up espressos. I also purchased some of the CBTL sugar free vanilla powder. I'm a nonfat latte gal, and don't generally like sweet drinks but I can use the powder to add just a touch of sweetness and extra flavor, when I am in the mood. The drinks produced by this machine are as good as any coffee-house drinks I have had (and this is Seattle!). And there's a nice head of crema on the shots; better than I have been able to produce with any other machine. Some small challenges though: -the space for cups is small. It's not just the height as someone else mentioned but the base of the spot where you rest the cup. I can fit a nice cafe au lait cup in there but not a standard mug, so it's not as convenient when I am making tea or regular brewed coffee. -The controls are very simple, but that means that you have to know the difference between a light being on, off or blinking. It's not a big deal, you just have to keep the quick reference nearby until you get used to it. Not particularly intuitive in that regard. But otherwise, very easy to make your first cup. -The level markings inside the frother are estimates and there is some fine-tuning you'll want to do based on your choice of liquid. My foam runneth over. And the cord-seating under the base of the frother is a bit wonky. The cord won't stay rolled into the base. But now I am nit-picking. I am really happy with the coffee maker, frother and the pods. I didn't expect this to displace my (also new) brew coffee maker but it essentially has. It's awesome if you have multiple people who each want something different. Love it! UPDATE: instructions for raising drink temperature are here: [...] They worked for me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Misslo Hanging Closet Dual-Sided Organizers, 42 Pockets, 38.5 by 17.75-Inch; Brand: MISSLO; Review: I use this to organize my costume jewelry. It's nice and substantial and has pockets on both sides. Really solid hanger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dandelion - Ivory Basic Pattern - Naturally-Dyed Cotton Turkish Towel Peshtemal - 71x39 Inches - Orange; Brand: Dandelion Textile; Review: I love Turkish towels and this is my favorite one. It's beautiful to look at and absorbent. I plan on eventually replacing all of my towels with this one. Would work great as a throw or beach blanket too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEMO® Generic Washable Bathroom New Shaggy Rugs Non Slip Bath Mat Thick Shag Pile; Brand: Lemo; Review: What I got looks nothing like the product photo or the one I see uploaded by another reviewer. No soft loops. Mine is very small (as others have noted) and looks like it's made out of the same fabric as a cheap furry halloween costume. Extremely shiny and synthetic. The backing is papery and everything looks very flammable and polyestery. Normally, if I got a rug that just wasn't great quality, I would use it for my dogs. I am afraid to let me dogs near this one. It's really horrible.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Umbra Woodrow Trash Can – Duo-Tone Wood Wastebasket Garbage Can for Office, Study, Bathroom, Living Room, Powder Room and; Brand: Umbra; Review: Super light-weight and simple. I mean let's face it, most garbage cans are ugly. This one is really subtle. Stashed under my desk I hardly know it's there. Trash cans aren't supposed to be decorative items. This one is unassuming and perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ojia Deluxe Home Decorative Super Soft Plush Mongolian Faux Fur Throw Pillow Cover Cushion Case (18 x 18 Inch,; Brand: Ojia; Review: The color is a little more intense than I had hoped, so doesn't really match my decor. But my dogs love it, so it's still on my couch. They literally fight for the spot o the pillow that has this cover.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: The Quiet Man VHS; Brand: John Wayne; Review: Can watch this over and over again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Quiet Man; Brand: Maureen O'Hara; Review: Can watch this over and over again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paris Blues [Region 2]; Brand: Sidney Poitier; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sparkle; Brand: Jordin Sparks; Review: love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Distinguished Gentleman VHS; Brand: Eddie Murphy; Review: Great Movie Eddie at his best; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Anchorage Inn Bed and Breakfast; City: Coupeville Whidbey Island Washington; Review: ; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spindrift Inn; City: Manzanita Oregon; Review: We stayed at Spindrift Inn for two nights and overall I would say this accomodation is fine given the location is 1 block away from a stunning beach. Recent upgrades are evident in the new TV's, fresh paint and bathroom decor (fluffly towels!) . The inner courtyard garden and window boxes/baskets create an inviting appearance. I have two issues which I think if the Inn addresses will make a great improvement: bed linens need to be replaced, comforters looked old and I'm sorry to say the pillows were stained and smelly. The shower was a bit of a shock because when showering I could hear the shower in the next unit starting up and suddenly there was no hot water....that certainly woke me up! I think it's important to note that this is an older accommodation ( I believe I read it was built in the '40's) so it will definitely retain an older feeling to it - but that's part of the charm!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Katy s Inn; City: La Conner Washington; Review: My daughters and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Katy's Inn. We only stayed one night but will definitely be back for longer in the future. Charming house, lovely outdoor sitting areas, delicious breakfast and extra touches like cookies and milk before bed and morning coffee delivered to your room make this place extra special in my opinion. La Conner is a beautiful, waterfront town so we would highly recommend it as a great get-away destination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Osoyoos; City: Osoyoos Okanagan Valley British Columbia; Review: We stayed here for one night. We would have changed hotels if it was longer. While the setting was beautiful, right beside the lake, I feel that this hotel is severely lacking in general maintenance and cleanliness. We have stayed at many Holiday Inns in the past, this hotel does not meet the standards of the other Holiday Inn locations I have experienced. Shower head/faucet were very old and did not work properly. Fan and bathroom light did not work the morning we woke up. Signs of water damage in the bathroom that have not been repaired. Overall cleanliness of the suite was far below standards of other hotels we have stayed in. We paid $189 a night for what I feel is below standard accommodations.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hume Hotel Spa; City: Nelson Kootenay Rockies British Columbia; Review: We have always stopped in at the Hume for a meal (great food) when we are in Nelson but this was the first time we stayed at the hotel. We stayed in one of the recently renovated rooms on the 4th floor. Beautiful renovations! The bathroom is gorgeous! I love the way they have honoured architectural detailing even with using new materials. Another reason for us to keep visiting the beautiful town of Nelson.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holywell Bed and Breakfast; City: Oxford Oxfordshire England; Review: I stayed at Holywell B&B for 3 nights during my recent 3 week trip through England. This B&B does everything that I feel other B&B's should strive for: friendly owners with a great deal of knowledge about the area and attractions to visit, delicious breakfast, very clean and comfortable accommodations. Now here are the reasons that Holywell is particularly special: owners were more than happy to do extras for me i.e.. lugging my suitcase full of shopping up (and down!) a couple of flights of stairs, arranging a taxi for pick up, suggestions on which attractions to visit based on my interests which they learned about through conversation, delicious but also personalized breakfasts within day's menu choice, little extras such as refreshments in the room, a cozy book corner filled with local history reading selections and probably one of the most comfortable beds I slept in during my 3 week trip. The affection that Carrie and Stuart feel towards this very special city is so evident in their conversations as well as Carrie's very enjoyable blog posts and Facebook page. While my trip to the city of Oxford will hold special memories for me, a significant part of those special memories will be my stay at a very memorable B&B. Well done, Carrie and Stuart, I truly hope to stay at your B&B again one day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auburn House B B; City: Cork County Cork; Review: Our family of 4 stayed a few nights at the Auburn House and are so glad we did! Excellent location to walk to after our arrival by train and as a "home base" to visit other destinations i.e. Cobh and Kinsale. Olive and Kieran's hospitality is wonderful and an example of what makes staying at a B&B so special. Their great recommendations on places to eat and visit while in Cork resulted in some wonderful memories for our family. Excellent breakfast each morning with a great range of variety in breakfast meal options. This was our first trip to Ireland and staying in a B&B like this makes a trip extra special.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No 21; City: Hereford Herefordshire England; Review: We stayed one night at No. 21 as an overnight stop between train rides to a further destination. I would highly recommend this B&B for a stay while in Hereford. The short walk to the train station was our main motivation for staying here however, upon arrival it was apparent this is a very lovingly cared for B&B which takes great pride in attention to details and guest comfort. Thank you to Jane, one of the owners, also for her willingness to accommodate our arrival and departure times based on our travel needs. The breakfast was hearty and delicious, keeping us well-fueled for the long day of travel ahead of us. We would highly recommend staying at this B&B for travellers in the Hereford area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Robin Hood - Prince of Thieves VHS; Brand: Kevin Costner; Review: and give back to the poor. great movie, good story, acting, bad guy good A stars would watch again thanks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of the Furnace; Brand: Christian Bale; Review: it was okay; low budget character study of working man that cant find work. better done on other movies but Christian Bale is always good; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Homefront; Brand: Jason Statham; Review: gotta give kudos to Jason for continuing to add story lines to his badboykarate image. Good action flick thanks yeap; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Hercules (Blu-ray); Brand: ; Review: One of the worst renditions of the story told. Characters stiff, wooden act like they needed lines read. It was a herculean effort to sit through this movie. Some of the scenery looked like painted cardboard and the CGI was pitiful. If I could get a refund I would...; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Gunman [DVD] [2015]; Brand: ; Review: Thought it would have more action or at least some adult dialogue. Seems like a movie written for an aging Sean Penn.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evolution (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: America's Sweethearts (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Timecop (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wild Wild West (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Dogs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hearts in Atlantis (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Day (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Risky Business (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: First Contact (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Insurrection (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Home Alone (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Abyss (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Time Machine (1960); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Starship Troopers (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Planet (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bubble Boy (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Replacements (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stakeout (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Little Vampire (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Life as a House (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hollow Man (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Hal (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ice Castles (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: It Had to Be You (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Children on Their Birthdays (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Planet (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's Club (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Hulk: Original TV Series: Pilot / Married (1977); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I'm With Lucy (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anna and the King (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Green Card (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beethoven (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adventures in Babysitting (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Private Benjamin (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cool Runnings (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Far and Away (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daylight (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mask of Zorro (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nicholas Nickleby (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: First Knight (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The American President (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ghost and the Darkness (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reindeer Games (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park III (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Majestic (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stand and Deliver (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Michael (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Space (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deep Blue Sea (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Anywhere But Here (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Frantic (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stealing Beauty (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Showtime (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Horse Whisperer (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crocodile Dundee (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cliffhanger (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Holland's Opus (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bicentennial Man (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Malice (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Fellow Americans (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: French Kiss (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: School Ties (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Norma Rae (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Peacemaker (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: End of Days (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Murder By Numbers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Haunting (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death Becomes Her (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Agent Cody Banks (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Picture Perfect (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Fight the Future (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silkwood (1983); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Winterbourne (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Soul Food (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Head Over Heels (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weekend at Bernie's 2 (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Home Alone 3 (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Chamber (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tuck Everlasting (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sugar & Spice (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Down in the Delta (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: O (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Poetic Justice (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riding in Cars with Boys (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Music of the Heart (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hope Floats (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Backdraft (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Always (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magnum Force (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bulletproof Monk (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: White Oleander (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Conan the Barbarian (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Truth About Cats & Dogs (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blind Date (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eye for an Eye (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The In-Laws (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holes (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ernest Goes to Jail (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gordy (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rudy (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cutting Edge (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Newsies (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Joshua (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It Could Happen to You (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: It Takes Two (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Natural (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Perfect (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Black Hole (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Now and Then (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1949); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Homicide (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Memphis Belle (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: View from the Top (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anastasia (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: She's All That (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Someone Like You (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hulk (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Capture the Castle (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Walk in the Clouds (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's New Groove (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jack Frost (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic Pizza (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Other Sister (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 48 Hrs. (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bring It On (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Deal (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blue Streak (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cheech & Chong's Still Smokin (1983); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cowboys and Angels (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Book of Days (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Boy! (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bring It On Again (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Better Off Dead (1985); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sixteen Candles (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Chorus Line (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pelican Brief (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Return to Me (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UFO (1970); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lilo and Stitch (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Voyager: Season 1 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Parenthood (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hercules (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Poltergeist (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aliens: Collector's Edition (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 5 (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Collector's Edition (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mark of Zorro (1920); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping Beauty: Special Edition (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Sea of Trouble (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Wishes (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Cousin Vinny (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Fat Liar (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Right Stuff (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trading Places (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Roxanne (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: From Justin to Kelly: The Tale of Two American Idols (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Real Genius (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dying Young (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Empire of the Sun (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: An American Werewolf in London (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Alien Saga (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hoosiers (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes: The TV Series (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Nemesis (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Save the Last Dance (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out to Sea (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Splash: 20th Anniversary Edition (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wyatt Earp: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Can't Buy Me Love (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: U-571 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bed of Roses (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Lagoon (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Valley Girl: Special Edition (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Mom (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sabrina (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Witness (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Excalibur (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K-Pax (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The 20th Anniversary (Rerelease) (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stuck on You (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Starman (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guarding Tess (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chain Reaction (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flatliners (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Liberty (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Judge Dredd (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping With the Enemy (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Time Machine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: At First Sight (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Single White Female (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Junior (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waiting to Exhale (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Seven (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brewster's Millions (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Caddyshack (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon: The Return (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Air America (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cowboy Way (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bird on a Wire (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Knights (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tom and Huck (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Short Circuit (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Practical Magic (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heaven Can Wait (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Striking Distance (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Somewhere in Time (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters 2 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iron Eagle (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid Part III / The Next Karate Kid (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Made in America (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Man (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tombstone (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curly Sue (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nine Months (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: K-9 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Center Stage (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Little Lady (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dante's Peak (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dinosaur (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Flintstones (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angels in the Outfield (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twins (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladyhawke (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Day (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flubber (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Night of the Living Dead (1968); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Problem Child / Problem Child 2 (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Girl (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty Ducks (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Now (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Doc Hollywood (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fighting Temptations (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love Don't Cost a Thing (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Blast from the Past (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fly Away Home (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Garden (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Cinderella Story (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Innerspace (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Starfighter (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heart and Souls (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: That Thing You Do! (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calendar Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Silverado (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Willow (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arthur (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ella Enchanted (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laws of Attraction (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Dog Skip (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sandlot (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baby Boom (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flight of the Navigator (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Win a Date with Tad Hamilton! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation: Special Edition (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pride and Prejudice (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jersey Girl (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Chronicles of Riddick (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wimbledon (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Little Princess (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlotte's Web (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: For Your Eyes Only (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Footloose: Special Collector's Edition (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sneakers (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shiloh (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Brothers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Road to El Dorado (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fiddler on the Roof (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Outbreak (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Manhattan Project (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rainmaker (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The NeverEnding Story (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: D2: The Mighty Ducks (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jack (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: D.A.R.Y.L. (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Class Action (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mask: Director's Cut (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Philadelphia Experiment (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something to Talk About (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Predator: Collector's Edition (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mark of Zorro (1940); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 20 (1954); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Last of the Dogmen (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Boys: Special Edition (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Fine Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maverick (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Fair Lady: Special Edition (1964); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Carolina (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragonfly (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Explorers (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antz (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Simon Birch (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Monsters (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Straight Talk (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mulan: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Young Guns (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raise Your Voice (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Garden (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Astra Hotel Vevey; City: Vevey Canton of Vaud; Review: Situated just opposite the Vevey train station, convenient for travelers who do not want to drag along heavy luggages across town to reach hotel. Restaurant food was good. Room was ok. However, it is more and more expensive there these days comparing to other hotels in Vevey. Service is only so so. WIFI is not always working; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kembali Villas; City: Seminyak Kuta District Bali; Review: Beautiful villa, feel pampered by the friendly and attentive staff. Private breakfast served at our desired time. Need to walk 15 min to any shops outside under scorching heat. Water in Seminyak is bitter and not clean. Hotel designated driver charges higher price for day tour. We had to look for other options by ourselves.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sala Boutique Hotel; City: Male; Review: Perfect for stopover. Hotel owner is a German man called Thomas who meticulously decorated the whole hotel with taste. He imports cheese, yoghurt from Europe to serve his guests. Generous Flow of Nespresso. Rooms are clean, hotel staff are very attentive. Everything was perfect except for hotel pickup, we had to wait for sometime for the hotel staff to take us in the public ferry and then flag down taxi when we reached Male harbor. There were no taxis and we had to ride in a pickup. (We do not expect a family run hotel to have private boats but at least private car to wait for us instead of the pickup); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Centara Grand Beach Resort Villas Krabi; City: Ao Nang Krabi Town Krabi Province; Review: Beautiful hotel with very helpful and friendly staff. Amazing scenery. Family suite was spacious and luxurious. Loved the monkey trail that leads to Krabi town. The sea was quite rough and I didn't personally enjoy walking through the floating platform when boarding and disembarking from the ferry. Ferry ride was also very rough. It is exclusive site only for hotel guests but not convenient if you want to go out for dinner. There are nice eateries at the otherside of the jetty. However, if you come back after dinner, the jetty is quite dark and we have to book seats in the ferry that runs hourly, mobility and flexibility is not so good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kurumba Maldives; City: Vihamanafushi; Review: It was really one of the best holidays we have had, totally relaxing where you feel really away from the busy worklife and hustle and bustle of cities. The beach is so beautiful with turquoise sea and fine white sand. Each room has its own beach chairs. Hotel staff are all very well trained and helpful, even the house-keepers who clean the room and replenish drinking water twice a day. The best part is the house reef that is perfect for Snokerlling and scuba diving. Fishes are big, colorful and plentiful, even saw reef sharks and sting rays within the lagoon. The hotel provides free rental of Snokerlling equipments, free coaching and guided trips around the house reef. We took up another Snokerlling safari trip to nearby islands but there, the fishes were less than those just around the hotel. Food and beverage are good but generally expensive like any other luxury hotels in big cities. Here you feel the pinch as there are no other options to dine outside or buy something from supermarkets. Cheapest wine is USD40 per bottle, a decent meal is around US 50++ per head. Full board / half board are not necessarily cheaper, only that you don't need to calculate how much you spend every day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Centara Grand at CentralWorld; City: Bangkok; Review: The hotel is attached to the Central World shopping mall where there are plenty of good Thai restaurants and shops. I did not even have to go out of the building to eat and shop. There is a night market just outside the mall and Big C hypermarket. Hotel Service was very good, staff were polite and attentive. Checking was impressive as we were seated in the lounge while they processed the registration. The only downside was the restaurant food after 10pm was not so good, tasted like recooked leftovers from the dinner buffet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nathan Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: Love the location, minutes walk to Jordan MTR station. Airport A21 bus stops directly in front of the hotel. Walking distance to temple street night marker. Only 1 station to shopping area in at Tsim Sha Tsui. Room is big for 5,people.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inns Of Virginia Arlington; City: Arlington Virginia; Review: The price is value for money with even simple breakfast served at the lobby every morning. Location was good, there is a bus stop just opposite the road which take us to the nearest metro station Rosslyn, from which we could go downtown easily. Room was very clean and staff were helpful too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diary of Taipei Taipei Station Branch; City: Zhongzheng District Taipei; Review: We had a quadruple room but it was so small that we couldn't even open our luggage. The beds have already taken up most of the space, no place to store our luggage. The 4 of us kept bumping into each other as there was no place to move around. Carpet was old and soiled. Bed was very bed, bedsheets very rough, low quality. We did not even have good sleep. Sound proof was very bed, we could hear baby crying and people taking shower. Price was not cheap. Total disappointment. We travelled to more than 100 cities and this is one of the worst hotels we had ever stayed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Internacional; City: Porto Porto District Northern Portugal; Review: Love the location as it is just 3 minutes walk from Sao Bento train station right at the heart of Porto., major tourist sites are within walking distance. The front desk staffs are all very friendly and helpful. Rooms are ok considering hotel is old (>100'years old).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Basking Ridge; City: Basking Ridge New Jersey; Review: It is a simple hotel that has all the basics including a small grocery corner selling drinks and snacks. There is a microwave oven in the room that can heat up frozen food purchased from the grocery corner. However, there was nothing around the hotel, there is nothing much to do around.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trump International Hotel Washington D C; City: Washington DC District of Columbia; Review: It is very new, luxurious, spacious. Staff are extremely friendly as they don't make us feel underdressed to be in this hotel though we were only in casual T-shirts and jeans with backpacks. The cafe serves nice coffee and pastries with reasonable price considering the posh ambience. You may be surprised the room rates on promotional price is not much more expensive than other 4-5 stars hotels in town. It is conveniently located to the museums if one is there for the museums.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Suzhou; City: Suzhou Jiangsu; Review: I have stayed at several other international hotels in Suzhou and I think this is the best one. Hotel is very new and modern with options of many spacious meeting rooms. Love the roof TOP bar on the 27th floor which offers fantastic view on good sunny day. Hotel is walking distance to several Malls with plenty of restaurants. If you order something from house-keeping, you will be greeted by a robot at your door. It can take the lift by itself and find its own way around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Samui Resort; City: Chaweng Bophut Ko Samui Surat Thani Province; Review: It was rainy season when I stayed there and it rained every single day. We had to walk 10 min in the rain to the meeting room. The sea was also too rough to swim. There was only one restaurant in the hotel and the food was only so so. The hotel is away from the town centre and it takes 15 min by taxi to Chaweng. There is a shuttle bus that goes there every hour at 70Baht per person. Nearby the hotel, there are a few small eateries but not sure of their hygiene standard. There are 2 pharmacies, mini-mart and 7 eleven and also massage shops within walking distance. Good side of thing is the staff. The chief F&B guy who is from Denmark is very friendly and greets people everyday. Other staff were also polite and helpful.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sotetsu Fresa Inn Ginza Nanachome; City: Chuo Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Great hotel with good price. Great location. Short walk from GINZA station A3 exit. 200m to the Marriot hotel to catch the Narita airport limousine bus. Many restaurants nearby that open till late night. There is a Family Mart just downstairs that sells a lot of varieties of snacks, beverages, personal care items. Rooms were very new and comfortable. We had a connecting room with plenty of Soave considering the Japanese standard where hotel rooms are typically small. There are coin operated laundry machines and driers (300 Yen for washing and 100 Yen for 1 round of drying) Hotel provides free supplementary toiletries like facial masks, cleansing oil, hair spa, even bath salts with frangrance. We will not hesitate to come back here, highly recommended !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waterfront Hotel; City: Kuching Sarawak; Review: The hotel is just in front of new Datuk Hana Bridge, the latest attraction at the Kuching Waterfront. It is situated centrally in the Kuching old town, just next to the old court house, Main Bazaar where you can get good and cheap local souvenirs. Being minutes of walk to many good food places like carpenter street, open air market where we can savour local street food. The service quality of the hotel is top notch with friendly and helpful staff. Any requests are attended to immediately. Room rate is very reasonable. Speed of the wifi is good considering that internet speed is always a problem in many Malaysian hotels. However, it may not be necessary to pay extra to stay at the executive floor as there is nothing much at executive lounge except the good river view. The so called high tea only offers 2-3 types of finger food and Tiger Beer, no other cocktails or soft drinks. We would come back to stay at this hotel perhaps to try out the Suites.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stelle Hotel; City: Naples Province of Naples Campania; Review: Hotel is connected with the Napoli Centrale train station. Trains to major cities depart and arrives here. The train to Pompeii also starts here. Hotel is walking distance to the Garibaldi Metro station line 1 & 2 which takes you to many attractions in Napoli. The bakery shop at the 1st floor serves good coffee and pastries. Beware that dine in prices for drinks are more expensive than take away. We sat down and drank our water but found out that they charge additional 50 cents. The downside of the rooms are no racks in the bathroom for putting small toiletries bags. The floor is not carpeted and feels cold in winter season. Hotel staffs are quite friendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Metropolitan Nagano; City: Nagano Nagano Prefecture Koshinetsu Chubu; Review: Hotel is just attached to the JR Nagano station, Super convenient for people who use Nagano as a base to explore the nearby sites by JR train, Nagano dentetsu line or the different buses departing from Nagano to various tourist sites such as snow monkey park, Matsumoto, Matsushiro, Hakuba and within Nagano city etc. The breakfast was so so, good enough for some quick bites before heading out in the morning. Within walking distance, there are convenient stores, many restaurants and the 3 storey Don Quijote store is just across the road.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Hsinchu Hotel; City: Zhubei Hsinchu County; Review: The hotel lives up to the standard of a Sheraton. Breakfast was good. Room was clean and bed comfortable. The Japanese restaurant serves teppanyaki which was quite good though price was on the high side.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Shantou Hotel; City: Shantou Guangdong; Review: Hotel room is spacious and comfortable, staff are very polite and helpful. Love the Yue Chinese restaurant- my favourite dish is the traditional Teochew braised duck / goose. Location is good, next to a big shopping mall and taxis and didi services are readily available, Would not hesitate to go back !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Makati Shangri La Manila; City: Makati Metro Manila Luzon; Review: Great location at the heart of Makati shopping area, within walking distance to Greenbelt, Landmark, Glorietta. The limo pick up from hotel is good, driver was polite, cat was comfortable, with wifi, cold towels and refreshing cold drinks served. The Club Horizon has good service, the conference room is conducive for meetings. Buffet Breakfast at the Club is great with a lot of choice plus ala carte menu for additional choice. Room was spacious and clean. Will stick to this hotel for business trip to Makati.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Berlin Marriott Hotel; City: Berlin; Review: Great location, just 3 min walk from Potsdamer Platz U & S Bahn station which can take you anywhere in Berlin. It is just 5 min walk to the Mall of Berlin & Arkaden. There are plenty of restaurants within the vicinity of f the hotel. The room is spacious and clean. Staffs are polite and helpful. The cleaning maid broke my cologne bottle and the housekeeping manager wrote me a note to offer replacement or refund without me asking for it. The breakfast is average of a hotel in European city. Would recommend this for both business and family stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JW Marriott Hotel Beijing Central; City: Beijing; Review: The room was spacious with reasonably good amenities. However, lights were hard to adjust to the dimness level for sleeping at night. I could have missed something but if there is a way, it should be more user-friendly even to frequent 5 star hotels traveller. Overall service was good and staff were polite and friendly. The club lounge was spacious comparing to other hotels if similar rate. However they don’t offer cocktail drinks during the cocktail hours and we have to mix our own drinks using whatever they provided. can’t find sparkling water. Love the extended breakfast hour (till 11am) on weekends.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel; City: Depok Sleman District Yogyakarta Region Java; Review: The room is very spacious and clean. Food at the restaurants are good. Hotel is linked to Hartono Mall which is a great place for more food options and some shopping, However, the M lounge is quite a disappointment, it is on the lobby floor which everybody walk pass, does not feel exclusive. The evening cocktail is very simple, very few guests go to the lounge as there was nothing much, they keep all the wines and you have to request from the staff. The only thing is the staff were friendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Plataran Heritage Borobudur Hotel; City: Borobudur Magelang Central Java Java; Review: Hotel is new and clean. Beautifully and tastefully decorated with a colonial feel. Love the breakfast which provides a lot of varieties of food. We had a room overlooking the field and mountain which is a tranquil and relaxing scene to wake up to. It is only few KM to the Borobudur temple. Free hotel transfers 3 times a day, other times it is RP100,000. Hotel provides Jogya airport pick up at RP550,000 per car which is convenient and huddle free. Grab ride hailing is also easily available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Temple Boutique; City: Siem Reap Siem Reap Province; Review: We have travelled all over the world and stayed in many kinds of hotels and I must say this is the hotel with the best service with the price we paid. For USD150/night, we got a luxury suite which is very spacious and clean. Right from the moment we arrived, we were treated like royalty throughout our stay. It is a small boutique hotel with only 18 rooms. We were given breakfast everyday, 1 hour complimentary spa massage, 1 snack box for temple tour, 1 lunch at the temple & 2 dinners. For the dinner, the hotel staff accompanied us to the restaurant and attended to us until we finished dinner just to make sure we were happy with it. In terms of location, it is also perfect being 4-5 min walk to Pub Street & night markets. Highly recommended if you want to stretch your dollar and looking for a place to be pampered.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hatten Hotel Melaka; City: Melaka Central Melaka District Melaka State; Review: Hotel is quite new, convenient location which is linked to 3 shopping Malls. It is also walking distance to Jonker St. The rooms are clean & comfortable. We love the Alto sky lounge in the 22nd floor that serves cocktails & beers at reasonable price under the happy hours. We visited Melaka during year end vacation & one down side is the hotel is crowded with many local tourists that the lifts were always crowded. There is no way to swim in the pool as it was full of people. The gym however was not bad. They also have one of the best spa massage in Melaka.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: I stayed here for a big company convention, not many other hotels have this many conference rooms of various sizes for a huge group, one can actually get lost on the first day to find the right conference room. Food offered for convenient was poor, almost like school canteen food. However, there are several good restaurants like the Shula steakhouse, Blue Zoo Todd English. In the adjacent Swan hotel, there is a good Italian & also a Japanese restaurant but all are rather pricey. I like Fuel cafe which sells pastries, coffee and some convent food but price is also on the high side. Rooms are rather run down comparing to normal standards of Sheraton & Marriott in Asia. Free shuttle / water taxi is available to the Parks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lao Plaza Hotel; City: Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture; Review: The location is convenient, walking distance to shopping mall & 2 night markets (Vientiane & Ban Anou). There are a variety of restaurants within reach. The hotel is rather standard, quite old but reasonably clean. Staff are helpful & polite. Breakfast is only so so. I won’t call it a 5 star but rather a good 3 star in other modern Asian cities.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: EAST Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: Rooms are spacious considering the normal standard of HK hotels which are generally small. The harbour view from my room is great on a good & sunny day. We had our meeting at the roof top SUGAR which is turned into a bar at night. Bright natural light & scenic view during our meeting. The bar is great place to hang out at night with good night view of the harbour. Hotel is next to Taikoo MTR station which can take you to many places in HK. However, I must say I am very disappointed with the food from the one & only restaurant on the first floor (Feast). Food is too over-priced. As one will naturally expect good food in HK, it turned out to be a disaster for the ‘sucking pig’ which was tough & hard. The so called ‘fried rice’ set lunch was actually covered with very salty gravy. The steak was a thin slice of meat that you don’t get to request how it is done. Suggest to walk to the Taikoo shopping mall for meals instead.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Big and Tall Cotton Jersey Pant with Pockets; Brand: ; Review: Material is very thin, almost sheer. Great if you were a 20 year old girl. Not so good for my 40+ year old body. Nice otherwise. Good construction. Nice pockets.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Big and Tall Cotton Jersey Pant with Pockets; Brand: ; Review: Material is very thin, almost sheer. Great if you were a 20 year old girl. Not so good for my 40+ year old body. Nice otherwise. Good construction. Nice pockets.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rockport Men's RocSports Lite Moc Toe Lace-Up-; Brand: ; Review: I have always liked Rockport for their superior workmanship and lightweight construction. They seem to last forever and are very comfortable to wear and provide excellent support. The same is true of this shoe. It looks cool as hell.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster Jam Grave Digger Costume, Size 8/Medium; Brand: Fun World; Review: Are you digging it? BURNIN' the witches & DIGGIN' the ditches & SLAMMIN' in the back of my Dragula ! Wait, wrong Gravedigger! This is NOT the WWE GraveDigger-ThankGott. This is the legend. The Monster Jam Gravedigger. Four time world champion freestyler champion. Kids love him. Women want him. Men want to be him. This is the coolest cost him of all time. For some helpful information now. It's well-made. It's extremely cute. This durable. Any child would be insane not want one. Girls Drive monster jam. Different drivers drive the Graeve Digger truck so girls could drive this truck. Therefore little girl could wear this costume easily.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: '47 Null Mens MVP Adjustable Cap; Brand: '47; Review: This looks nothing like their current on-field caps. This is an old-style ball cap. Nothing wrong with it, just beware. It's well made and I like it. My wife hates it. All the more reason to wear it everyday. LOL.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grey "Lectra" Socks; Brand: Rothco; Review: Works extremely well. Using laser thermometer, the toes heat 15F warmer than rest of sock. Well designed battery compartment. Recommend getting Velcro blousing garter straps to keep heavy D cell batteries from pulling socks down, like those from rothco. If using rechargeable batteries, be aware that D cells come in different "strengths". Some are AA cells in D cell cases and would not last long in these socks. I use 10,000 mAh rechargeable D cells which work well. Also, any Batttery will not work well when they get COLD. So if you are outside for extended time, keep the battery warm, or the socks will stop working. (you can wear second pair of socks over these Electric socks, which insulates the battery pack) They are comfortable to wear. Thick socks. Well made. Could probably machine wash on gentle but hand wash to be sure. Will last longer. Happy hunting or football watching, hiking, etc.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timberland Men's Kick-Around Mule Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: Comfortable. Warm. Non-slip bottom. Everything I wanted. No complaints. & I am very hard to please. Just ask my five star wife.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NIKE Men's Benassi Swoosh; Brand: ; Review: Not good. Foam under swoosh. Too tight in arch.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: Rubie's; Review: Comfortable enough for autistic son to wear for Halloween; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under Armour Men's Locker II Slide; Brand: Under Armour; Review: Nice design BUT SLICK IN SHOWER; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Deadpool Belt Buckle, Die Cast Chrome Finish Enamel Fill; Brand: SwellCraft; Review: :-) Deadpool belt buckle with enamel paint is incredibly cool. Well made. Functional. Keeps my pants up until I went to drop them. Can't ask for much more from the belt buckle. Oh yeah. You can. You can ask for it to be Deadpool; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLACKHAWK! Enhanced Military 2.25-Inch Web Belt (Modernized); Brand: BLACKHAWK!; Review: belt is 100% the real deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timberland Mens Leather Belt Classic Jean Belt With Logo Buckle 1.4 Inches Wide (Big And Tall Sizes Available); Brand: ; Review: The belt is pretty much as advertised except the leather was extremely dry. I had to put leather conditioner on it, at my expense, to make it actually functional. I'm still afraid that it will crack.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Men's Marvel Classic Deadpool Weapon Costume Accessory Kit, Multi, One Size; Brand: ; Review: I would rather buy this then a bunch of chimichangas! Anyone reading this review should know that means that this is the bomb. Awesome. Worked well for Halloween. It's really not designed to be played with.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AKAKING's Funny Mask Headwear Party Cosplay Spandex Adult Mask for Deadpool; Brand: AKAKING; Review: This is a high-quality Deadpool mask. Don't expect the same quality you see in the movie though. That would cost close to $1,000. Replace the one on your costume with this high quality mask.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rothco Canvas Parachute Cargo Bag; Brand: Rothco; Review: Good size and well designed. quality materials.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Costyle Black Grey Retro Polarized Clip on Flip up Plastic Sunglasses Driving Fishing Traveling; Brand: Costyle; Review: I couldn't ask for anything more. Exactly what I wanted; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: House M.D.; Review: The lettering is not even silkscreened. Lettering appears to dye rather then standard T-shirt ink. ) Shrunk like crazy in wash; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dockers Men's Leather Dress Belt; Brand: ; Review: I've never had a problem with a belt from Dockers. High-quality. Holds up well. And does what it's meant to do Keeps my pants up. And keeps my firearm on my hip in place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mudder 360 Pieces 6-23mm Watch Band Link Cotter Pin Assortment; Brand: Mudder; Review: This came with some kind of scum on the outside & most of the cotter pins inside were rusted. Not worth returning because my time is valuable. Just took the time to warn others.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heat Holders Thermal Socks, Men's Original, US Shoe Size 7-12, Black; Brand: HEAT HOLDERS; Review: They work as advertised.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Men's Go Walk 3 Slip-On Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: A very lightweight shoe. The sole is somewhat unconventional, but works well. Good stitching. Correct size. And they are wide enough for wide feet. I'm going to buy a second pair, that should tell you how much I like them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Men's Big and Tall Cotton Classics 2 Pack Boxer Briefs; Brand: ; Review: Quality workmanship. Has withstood multiple washings without fading. And best of all, they look nice and feel good. You don't even know you're wearing underwear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Prestige Medical 377-hrb Heartbeat Nurse Socks; Brand: Prestige Medical; Review: Excellent!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Next Level Women's Tri-Blend Dolman; Brand: Next Level; Review: Too cheaply made and shrunk in the first wash and I hung it up to dry!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bali Passion For Comfort Minimizer Underwire Bra; Brand: ; Review: I love Bali Minimizer bras, this one is perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bali Passion For Comfort Minimizer Underwire Bra; Brand: ; Review: I love Bali Minimizer bras, this one is perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bali Passion For Comfort Minimizer Underwire Bra; Brand: ; Review: I love Bali Minimizer bras, this one is perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: What's Up (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: That Touch of Mink (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young at Heart (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Streetcar Named Desire (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Better Off Dead (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard 2: Die Harder (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Solaris (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Accidental Tourist (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crocodile Dundee 2 (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Porky's (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mask: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wonder Boys (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dancer in the Dark (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cable Guy (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pelican Brief (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Diner (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Something to Talk About (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hannah and Her Sisters (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheena (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Miranda (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sexy Beast (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Celebrity (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadows and Fog (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Fine Day (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fletch (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kingpin (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Husbands and Wives (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lonely Guy (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comedian (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Repo Man (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rocky V (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosemary's Baby (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buffalo '66 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breathless (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planes (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Secret! (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hustler (1961); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonstruck (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Grifters (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Everybody's All American (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flatliners (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Toy (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ordinary People (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Reality Bites (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Broadcast News (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hope Floats (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kentucky Fried Movie (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kids in the Hall: Brain Candy (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: St. Elmo's Fire (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Basketball Diaries (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Crying Game: Collector's Edition (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wildcats (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Roxanne (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Chill (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Aphrodite (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Lieutenant (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Overnight Delivery (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grand Canyon (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pick-up Artist (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gung Ho (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Story (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Natural (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Psycho (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Distinguished Gentleman (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Last Picture Show (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Risky Business (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Major League 3: Back to the Minors (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Accused (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Good Girl (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bullets Over Broadway (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kramer vs. Kramer (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters 2 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Man with Two Brains (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The House of Yes (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Misery (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deconstructing Harry (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Amigos (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Norma Rae (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My Stepmother is an Alien (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Wasn't There (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Born on the Fourth of July (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Real Women Have Curves (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drugstore Cowboy (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World 2 (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Vertigo (1958); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Decade Under the Influence (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secretary (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 4 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hand that Rocks the Cradle (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Roger & Me (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Minds (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Strange Brew (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bob Roberts (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hocus Pocus (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid to Order (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Muriel's Wedding (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Once Bitten (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Encino Man (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Woman in Red (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last American Virgin (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping With the Enemy (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Butcher's Wife (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soul Man (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Party Girl (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ed Gein (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rear Window (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Palookaville (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scary Movie (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Protocol (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Atlantic City (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Harder They Come (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rose (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: With Honors (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rocky III (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Dreams (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Business (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stripes (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flashdance (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Who's Harry Crumb? (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Season 1 (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stay Tuned (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gas Food Lodging (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chances Are (1989); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Road House (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Can't Buy Me Love (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sibling Rivalry (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bird on a Wire (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Airplane! (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hairspray (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Jerk (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Weekend at Bernie's 2 (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Revenge of the Nerds / Revenge of the Nerds 2: Double Feature (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chinatown (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Notorious C.H.O. (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I'm the One That I Want (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Housesitter (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Captain Ron (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lone Star (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pet Sematary (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coal Miner's Daughter: Collector's Edition (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best of The Muppet Show: Steve Martin / Carol Burnett / Gilda Radner (1977); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hud (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Polyester (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paper Moon (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking (1989); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: History of the World: Part 1 (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on the Moon (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: True Romance (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: All That Jazz (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crash (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freeway (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 4 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caddyshack (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost World (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Peggy Sue Got Married (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dogfight (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Ending (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brazil (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 5 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Graffiti: Collector's Edition (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Maude (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Slums of Beverly Hills (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pollock (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Me (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Designing Women (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Untamed Heart (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mannequin (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trekkies (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Cried (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Overboard (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bodyguard (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heart and Souls (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Boys on the Side (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Truth About Cats & Dogs (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Troop Beverly Hills (1989); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 3 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quiz Show (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inventing the Abbotts (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman & Robin (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Short Circuit 2 (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Down With Love (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zoolander (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Comic Book Villains (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sweet November (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Amy (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star 80 (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Happiness (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kurt & Courtney (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Women (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Urban Cowboy (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teen Wolf / Teen Wolf Too (Double Feature) (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Singin' in the Rain (1952); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trees Lounge (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Saturday the 14th (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Way We Were (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Birdy (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 9 1/2 Weeks (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death Becomes Her (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Amores Perros (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Mighty Wind (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Conan the Barbarian (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bound (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grace of My Heart (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Doc Hollywood (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Her Alibi (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twins (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Secret of My Success (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sling Blade (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tommy (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Young Guns (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Point Break (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Frailty (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unfaithful (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Single White Female (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Simple (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adventures in Babysitting (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Romeo & Juliet (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Skin Deep (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swimming with Sharks (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RoboCop (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cheech & Chong's Nice Dreams (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flirting with Disaster (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Big Easy (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride 2 (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jaws 2 (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: State and Main (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Married to the Mob (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bring It On (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carrie (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Mom (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Poison Ivy (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The King of Comedy (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Crush (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Body Heat (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Oleander (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and the Showgirl (1957); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: sex (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday the 13th (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blind Date (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waiting for Guffman (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lenny (1974); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Searching for Paradise (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nine Months (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swimfan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wicked (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Seven Year Itch (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Now and Then (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I Love Trouble (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Up Close & Personal (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Say Anything (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Parenthood (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ed Wood (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seems Like Old Times (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: There's a Girl in My Soup (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Town & Country (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: From Hell (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All of Me (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Don Juan De Marco (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shampoo (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Brasco (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Little Shop of Horrors (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Everyone Says I Love You (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Private Benjamin (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swing Shift (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Banger Sisters (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Butterflies Are Free (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Novocaine (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bowfinger (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Leap of Faith (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blow (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Out-of-Towners (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heathers (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bachelor Party (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Le Divorce (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Holes (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Duplex (Full-screen) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Endless Summer (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Cowboy (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Outsiders (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Muse (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Postcards from the Edge (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mother (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Being There (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost in America (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Summer of Sam (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown: Collector's Series (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grosse Pointe Blank (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Four Rooms (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Truman Show (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet and Lowdown (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sordid Lives (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Capturing the Friedmans (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Duplex (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Texas Funeral (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 200 Cigarettes (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Eyes of Tammy Faye (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Friends (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sylvia (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Naked Gun (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tape (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Life as a House (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ice Storm (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Velvet Goldmine (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Go (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Waking Life (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Grave (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mallrats (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All the Real Girls (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Step Into Liquid (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beetlejuice (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Psycho (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Fever (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Company of Men (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swingers (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin Suicides (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Welcome to the Dollhouse (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lolita (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Temptation of Christ (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sirens (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Opposite of Sex (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid Part II (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cool Hand Luke (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lucas (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brewster's Millions (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road Trip (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nell (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Henry & June (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Somewhere in Time (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lean on Me (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Basic Instinct (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lolita (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Perfect Murder (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pecker (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Life Without Me (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Ruth (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reversal of Fortune (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Poltergeist (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Giant (1956); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Like Water for Chocolate (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Is Spinal Tap (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Girl (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Craft (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jesus' Son (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hudsucker Proxy (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pacific Heights (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Valley Girl: Special Edition (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wilde (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Party Monster (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pieces of April (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Carnival of Souls (1962); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Baby (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Happy Accidents (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carlito's Way (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fabulous '50s (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pumpkin (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Private Parts (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Time Bandits (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Supper (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cannonball Run (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Shot Andy Warhol (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The War of the Roses (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butterfield 8 (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wag the Dog (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ref (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cook (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Witches of Eastwick (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mark Twain (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prizzi's Honor (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Killing Zoe (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting: Collector's Edition (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pillow Talk (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unzipped (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1950); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Alive (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eating Raoul (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nurse Betty (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clue (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love the Hard Way (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Towering Inferno (1974); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blue Car (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ecstasy (1933); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Living in Oblivion (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weird Science (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Duets (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: T-Rex: Back to the Cretaceous: IMAX (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Child Star: The Shirley Temple Story (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Being Mick: You Would If You Could (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tadpole (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Major League (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Night Shift (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Splash: 20th Anniversary Edition (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Animal House (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ruthless People (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Melvin Goes to Dinner (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Footloose: Special Collector's Edition (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Golden Child (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moonlight Mile (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freaks (1932); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogville (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Raw (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet Joe Black (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My So-Called Life (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Seduction (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Highway (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Caveman (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Urban Legend (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cabaret (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cool and the Crazy (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Summer Fling (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bad Santa (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogtown and Z-Boys (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Small Time Crooks (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: De-Lovely (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Eulogy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Casa de los Babys (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko: Director's Cut (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Switchback (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Heart Huckabees (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love of Man (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: His Secret Life (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Too Beautiful For You (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Have I Done to Deserve This? (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nine Queens (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Son of the Bride (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Latter Days (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Healer's Legacy; Author: Sharon A Skinner; Review: I have often wondered where the best author's found their muse to write such amazing works, as each author seems to have found their start from different areas - In the case of Sharon Skinner, her day-time job is one of strict rules and regulations and yet somehow from that starting place she has crafted a true "Fantasy Masterpiece" that has only whetted my appetite for her to write her next adventure!!! This is the story of a young apprentice Healer named Kira who was unable to complete her training and has been severely abused and taken advantage of by Toril the most powerful warlord in the land. When her teacher dies she passes Kira a medallion from her unknown mother who lived in a land across the seas, and that provides Kira the reason to finally break free of Toril's cruely and search her out her heritage. Kira has always known that she was different as she can communicate telepathically with hunting animals Kelmir (a Moon Cat) and Vaith (a Wyvern/bird), and together with her two companions she saves a gnome princess and meets and falls in love with Milos the Holder of Temhold and eventually ends the tyranny of Toril. While Kira is a true Hero, she is a tragic hero who will never be content until she knows her heritage and I am anxiously awaitining the next adventure of Kira!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love, Greed and Lie$; Author: Visit Amazon's D. W. Harper Page; Review: From the first few pages of reading this new book by Diane Harper, I knew instantly that I was going to rate this as a 5 star book as I literally could not put the book down. This is the most fascinating tale of two twins Emma Jean and Gloria, who were separated at birth, and their two separate families and how all of them were apart but eventually connected. This book has all of the hooks you could look for. On Emma Jean's side of the family, there is the conniving, lying and greedy daughter Alice who drains her mothers semi-wealthy bank account and then tries to kill her; and her two sisters Aimee and Lexi who are good people but very busy and do not follow up on their mother enough and this leaves aging Emma Jean susceptible to believe all of Alice's lies. Her twin sister Gloria was given up for adoption by their parents when she was born and leads a much rougher life, but somehow comes through this with great morals and work ethic who she passes on to her daughter Sarah. It is Sarah who forms her own cleaning company and winds up cleaning Emma Jean's house and begins to put two and two together. Even though I almost knew what was going to be the conclusion, I found myself cheered for the ending anyway!!! I read at the back of the book that Diane is going to be working on a sequel and I will be anxiously looking for it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lincoln Myth (Cotton Malone); Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Berry Page; Review: Awesome book by the Master of Historical Fiction; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ancient Origins: Revelations; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Storey Page; Review: Outstanding start to an intriguing story line, I can't wait for book 2 in the series, as this was a true page turner!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Whispering Room: A Jane Hawk Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Dean Koontz Page; Review: Outstanding novel; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: HIC Mortar and Pestle Spice Herb Grinder Pill Crusher Set, Fine-Quality Porcelain, Set of 3; Brand: HIC Harold Import Co.; Review: This small mortar and pestle is just the perfect size to crush the arthritis supplement my elderly dog has been prescribed. He won't eat it as a treat so it gets mixed into his morning canned food. I'm so glad I made the decision to purchase this item and it will probably be used for so much more as I grow and dry my own herbs. I'm sure there will be more uses in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bormioli Rocco Oslo Cappuccino Glass Cups 4 Set 7.5 Oz | Tempered Glass, Ergonomic Stainless Steel Handles, Dishwasher Safe; Brand: Bormioli Rocco; Review: These were smaller than expected, but help my teas to look great. They hang well, and wash easily.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miracle Blade 4'' Steak Knife Set (8 Steak Knives and Mini Wood Block); Brand: Steak knives; Review: Replaces blades that have been lost or damaged through the years.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Utopia Towels Premium 8 Piece Towel Set (Dark Grey) - 2 Bath; Brand: Utopia Towels; Review: Impressed with the quality. It's always hard to know if a purchase is a good one via a photo. Very impressed; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ClosetMaid 8051 Tie and Belt Rack, White; Brand: ClosetMaid; Review: It's perfect for ties and belts. I don't have to use the closet rod to hang items or to find out what has been hung fell off.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Utopia Kitchen Stainless Steel Compost Bin for Kitchen Countertop - 1.3 Gallon Compost Bucket Kitchen Pail Compost with Lid; Brand: Utopia Kitchen; Review: This is exactly what I needed. It 's easier to get my waste vegetables out to the composter. It's easy to clean up. Just absolutely perfect, and I'm so glad I made this purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: There Are No Sad Dogs in Heaven: Finding Comfort After the Loss of a Pet; Author: Visit Amazon's Sonya Fitzpatrick Page; Review: Even though I have believed and hoped that my animals would be waiting for me when my time comes, this book made me feel so wonderful to know that they are right here with me now even though I cannot see them. I loved the stories and would recommend this to anyone who loves their animals and are struggling with their loss.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care; Author: Visit Amazon's C.J. Puotinen Page; Review: I already had this book. I purchased this one for a family member. Great information. I use this book all of the time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fit and Fabulous in 15 Minutes; Author: Visit Amazon's Teresa Tapp Page; Review: This book is wonderful and very inspirational for the begining of my weight loss.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Take Heart, My Child: A Mother's Dream; Author: Visit Amazon's Ainsley Earhardt Page; Review: I bought both books as a birthday gift to 2 one year old twin girls. I hope their Mom and they enjoy such a book written from the heart of a beautiful woman,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Through Your Eyes: My Child's Gift to Me; Author: Visit Amazon's Ainsley Earhardt Page; Review: Beautiful book. I gave this as a gift for 2 twin girls first birthday. I love Ainsley Earhardt, she is wonderful on Fox and Friends and you can see her wonderful heart show through everyday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Let Trump Be Trump: The Inside Story of His Rise to the Presidency; Author: Corey R. Lewandowski; Review: I love this book. It is so great to see how some smart conservatives outfoxed the liberals, I have always loved Corey Lewendowski and finding out how he was fired and that he still stuck by our great President, it made me respect him even more. The book is an easy read. I had always believed that Trump would win, but the beginning of this book really made me a little antsy. Loved finding out what it was like inside a campaign and especially with a candidate who was not part of the swamp. This is a great inside look into the REAL Donald Trump, not what the liberal media spews every day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The New American Revolution: The Making of a Populist Movement; Author: Visit Amazon's Kayleigh McEnany Page; Review: A Wonderful book!!! Now I can see why the d's have to bring our President down. They were SO wrong in their predictions, they are totally embarassed so they have worked hard for a year plus to try to get him out, but that will NEVER happen. Kaleigh McEnany is a great author and I have so enjoyed this book. The beginning of the book is full of stories of people who were in dire straights with obamacare and other obama creations. An easy read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Rockport Men's truwalk Zero II Touring T-Toe Oxford-; Brand: ; Review: The perfect shoe and affordable. Very lightweight and comfortable for walking long distances. They felt somewhat small at the beginning but are comfortable now.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rockport Men's Dressport Truwalk Bike Toe Waterproof Lace-Up-; Brand: ; Review: Tight at 1st. Perfect fit now. Very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rockport Men's Essential Details Waterproof Dress Chukka Boot; Brand: ; Review: I love Rockports. I love that these are waterproof. Dirt wipes right off of them. I don't have to polish often.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Merrell Moab Ventilator Wide Width Men 11.5; Brand: Merrell; Review: These are very comfortable and supportive. I've been walking hours with them. I don't like them for driving as I don't feel the pedals but great for walking, hiking and standing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Merrell Men's Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe; Brand: Merrell; Review: These are very comfortable and supportive. I've been walking hours with them. I don't like them for driving as I don't feel the pedals but great for walking, hiking and standing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Merrell Men's Moab Ventilator Hiking Shoe; Brand: Merrell; Review: These are very comfortable and supportive. I've been walking hours with them. I don't like them for driving as I don't feel the pedals but great for walking, hiking and standing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Claremont Motel; City: Woodhall Spa Lincolnshire England; Review: I have stayed here 3 years out the last 4 but there's new ownership and it's going from strength to strength. The period features (e.g. fireplaces in most rooms) have been brought out, and the chintz has gone. It has a fresh, bright feel. the breakfast quality is excellent and you'll still feel full at lunchtime. The village is small so it's an easy walk to both the pubs, and restaurants. Some of the rooms are en-suite, the showers aren't power showers but they're adequate. The new owner Alan & his wife are very welcoming and treat you as part of the family, without being too intrusive. They were good enough to lock our bikes away at the end of the day. Top place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zoutspruit B B; City: Kroonstad Free State; Review: This place is absolutely ideal if you're travelling up the N1 and need a place to stay for the night; alternatively, it could be used as a base to explore the surrounding region (though I don't know what's there, as we used it for the former). Retha, your hostess, is delightful, and nothing is too much trouble for her. She laid on snacks and drinks when we arrived quite late, and the following morning, provided the best home-cooked breakfast I had in my entire stay in South Africa. This B&B is 2 km off the N1 so it's very quiet and very dark, with excellent views of the Southern Hemisphere night sky! The accommodation is homely rather than chic, but all of the basic necessities are there and the extremely warm welcome and fantastic breakfast more than make up for the somewhat cluttered feel of the rooms. I would very happily stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Vertigo; City: San Francisco California; Review: I liked this hotel very much. The theme and decor were quirky and gave it a funky feel. It is well located centrally. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and whilst there was no bath, the bathroom was well appointed. Staff were generally polite. I would stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Occidental Fuengirola; City: Fuengirola Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: This hotel is tired; the whole Egypt theme just doesn't work in 2016 - but at least the big pyramids on the top make this particular high-rise slightly easier to find from the road! The rooms were clean and adequate and the air-con worked. The TV was small, and wi-fi was only available in the lobby. I didn't use the pool. The downside was breakfast - it felt like a scrum, though May isn't exactly peak season, and all the food was of mediocre quality (e.g. those bright orange cornflakes that look super-cheap, soggy streaky bacon, small glasses for juice concentrate). Some days there weren't bowls to put cereal in. The staff seem to be working very hard but I'd guess there are too few of them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VP Jardin Metropolitano; City: Madrid; Review: This hotel is very near the metro and, whilst the decor is a bit retro, it's quiet with very comfortable large beds (in our twin room) and a good TV; great water pressure so a good shower. We didn't breakfast here but lots of cafes in the environs. Friendly reception staff. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashgrove House; City: Stratford upon Avon Warwickshire England; Review: Loved this place - great value for money. Spotlessly clean and a really nice range of cereals and fresh fruit to go with the traditional full English breakfast. The owners bend over backwards to be helpful and give up their time to chat if that's what you want. I got the impression that nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were adequate sizes - by putting 3 beds in and charging for a triple, the cost stays down. It's not a 'boutique hotel' but it's central location and friendliness means I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mallory Court Hotel; City: Leamington Spa Warwickshire England; Review: Excellent stay with family; 9 of us, all of whom felt we'd been very well looked after. The staff were very polite and couldn't do enough for us. It was a fantastic surprise to have a private dining breakfast! The rooms in the separate annex look a little tired, especially in communal areas, but this is a minor gripe. Be sure to have a wander round the gardens; amongst the nicest kept that I have ever seen at a hotel! The spa apparently opens in April 2017; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Keighley; City: Keighley West Yorkshire England; Review: Next to a roundabout and an A road, I din't expect this to be the quietest of hotels. The double glazing was good so dampened much of the road noise. unfortunately the room doors slam if not gently closed and many people aren't considerate. Worse still was an intermittent humming - maybe from fans out the back but not sure - that interfered with my sleep after 0600. I didn't raise it with staff though. The staff I saw before this problem had been supremely smiley and informative. It was clean and the bed was comfy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite; City: Carcassonne Center Carcassonne Aude Occitanie; Review: Whilst this is a fairly basic Premier Inn type hotel, I couldn’t really fault it. Spotlessly clean, a perfectly serviceable on site restaurant and good strength WiFi. It is a fair old walk to both the mediaeval city and the town, buses are infrequent and taxis weren’t easy to come by, so be prepared to do some walking. There is a very helpful review elsewhere describing how to get the bus from the airport to the hotel for a bargain €1. Karen, Samara and the other staff were superbly friendly and helpful despite obviously being very busy. You’ll be surrounded by supermarkets but not bars at this hotel; there’s one Chinese buffet restaurant that I didn’t try.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Chisinau; City: Chisinau Chisinau District; Review: I’ll try to start with some positives. There are lots of nice pot plants around a splendid double sided staircase. A couple of the reception staff smiled and were helpful. It exudes communism, both in terms of architecture and customer service. The bed sheets were a delightfully incongruous yellow and orange pattern. The WiFi is fast. On the downside: the towels are tatty. Several of our party had limited hot water. One previous review stated that breakfast was filling. I’m sure it is, if you can eat it! Pre-soaked cornflakes, plastic sausages, non free range boiled eggs that might have been cooked some days earlier, and stale bread, all served by utterly miserable staff in a green walled dimly lit cellar. As we were packing our cases, a chambermaid came and insisted on taking our towels away! All in all, whilst some communist hotels are so bad they’re good, this one tips over into being truly depressing. Have a look at the lobby and the exterior, but stay somewhere else!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: La Maison de la Poupee; City: Brussels; Review: I think there are 3 different apartments called Maison de la Poupee. We stayed in one via AirBnB - a 1 bed flat about 120m from the Place de Brussels and 5 mins walk to Brussels central train station, so a superb location. It was bright, clean, spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was well appointed and the flat was extremely quiet despite ready access to bars and restaurants.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Beijing Friendship Hotel; City: Beijing; Review: We booked the Friendship Hotel for our last night in Beijing. We were hoping to have anice room and spend some time by the outside pool. We were told that the hotel was unsuitable forus as we had a 5 year old and were put into the apartment block. It was very run down and still only had 2 beds. We stayed at a cheap backpackers the night before that was much better. We did not want it spoil our last day so headed for the pool. We were shocked when we found out it costs $10 per person for 2 hours. It was actually an indoorpool with removable cover. All other accomodation in Beijing and Xian exceeded our expectations, this was the most expensive, but was very dissapointing.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cromwell International Hotel; City: London England; Review: Could not believe how awful the place was. We had to sleep in seperate rooms as they did not have a triple room that we had booked. We have travelled the world on a budget and never come across a room/hotel so bad. We joked about cockroaches only to see one minutes later - it was huge. The bedroom had huge parts of the wallpaper missing and what was still on the wall was filthy. There were patches of white paint where they had tried to paint over grafitti - on an orange background! Two single beds were crammed into a single room. The door would not even open properly. The beds were disgusting, the sort where there is big dips in the middle and you feel every spring. Breakfast was thrown at you. Cold toast and orange flavoured water. The place is very noisy as all the doors seem to slam shut. Cannot believe it is allowed to run as a hotel.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bamburi Beach Hotel; City: Mombasa Coast Province; Review: we have stayed in many all inclusive hotels and this one definately is better than 3*. I thought it was fantastic value for money. The rooms are spacious and clean. The food always looked fresh (alot cooked in front of you) with plenty of choice. The beachboys can be a pain which puts you off wanting to walk along the beach, but this is a problem along most of the Kenyan coastal resorts. The staff were fantastic. I did not feel like they were being friendly just to get a tip they were incredibly polite and attentive. We only tip at the end of the holiday as we believe service should be good without tipping each time. Our problem was deciding who to tip as the service by each member of staff was fantastic.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Igoudar Aparthotel; City: Agadir Souss Massa Draa Region; Review: Really run down, cockroaches, bedbugs, damp, windows opened to views of concrete, nowhere to relax by pool (not that you would want to as pool was very dirty and cloudy). Went 2 mins down the road and found something far superior which was cheaper. We are seasoned travellers used to backpacking in 3rd World countries. Avoid this place if you want a decent holiday.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Riad Amanouz; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: Loved everything about this small Riad. Chantal, the owner could not do enough for us. Rooms lovely, breakfast super. Lovely roof top area to relax after shopping in the local souk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airport Hotel Consul; City: Sofia Sofia Region; Review: As we were unable to book a room for 3 via the website I used, we accepted that we would have a room for 2 and our son could share our bed. When we arrived they insisted we have a suite with extra bed at no extra cost. It was very large with a super comfy bed. The decor is very out dated but it is spotless. The food at the restaurant was excellent and very cheap by British standards. 3 pizzas, 6 beers, 2 sprites, 1 soup for approx £12. As we had a very early departure and would not make breakfast, they made us a take away breakfast without even asking for it. This hotel is incredibly good value and only a 5 min drive from the airport. All the staff were very friendly and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MEININGER Hotel Frankfurt Main Airport; City: Frankfurt Hesse; Review: Room was small but exceeded expectations. It is across the road from the airport and there is a free shuttle from airport to the hotel. You have to pay 3 Euros each to get back to the airport though. We only had hand luggage as we were on a stopover so decided to walk 5-10 min. Hotel very modern, clean and rooms well equipped (iphone/pod docking station. Would definitely use again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bedouin Moon Hotel; City: Dahab South Sinai Red Sea and Sinai; Review: We only booked 3 nights at BM, but loved it soo much we stayed 8! The sea view rooms were lovely and we would sit on the balcony each evening watching life go by (including camels). The pool was fab, (often had it to myself) sat up the hill slightly with great view of the sea. The breakfast buffet was great for the size of the hotel and restaurant food excellent. My son (age 12) completed his Open Water with Reef 2000 the on site dive centre. I can highly recommend them. Very professional - I felt my son was in very safe hands. We have visited Dahab many times and without a doubt, this is best hotel we have stayed in. Staff are very friendly. The place was really peaceful and only a short taxi ride from the centre. We will definitely be back - just off to check out cost of flights for next visit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taba Hotel and Nelson Village; City: Taba Red Sea and Sinai; Review: As we had been travelling on a budget, we booked the Hilton,Taba, for our last night in Egypt as a treat. Unfortunately, it did not live up to the 'Hilton' reputation as we expected. There was nothing really bad about the hotel but more 3*. Ate at Nelson restaurant - portions very small and didn't taste anything like real Mexican food. Waiter seem disgruntled that we did not leave a tip but service was not that good and 12 % service charge (and 10% tax) added to bill. Rooms OK. Pool very noisy. Very difficult to get a sunbed on beach - towels on them all day but no sign of anyone using them. On the whole staff very friendly and helpful, but much preferred our stays at smaller hotels throughout the Sinai.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Koh Tao Tropicana Resort; City: Koh Tao Surat Thani Province; Review: We spent our first 3 nights at another hotel very close by but wished we had booked this one from the beginning. The rooms were a good size and all have balconies overlooking the really well kept garden. Staff were very friendly/helpful. Although the place was very busy, unlike our other hotel, it was very quiet. Loved sitting on the balcony listening to the wildlife.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buddha View Dive Resort; City: Koh Tao Surat Thani Province; Review: We stayed at Buddha View for 3 nights so our son could do some diving. We had an economy room as part of the package so we expected it to be very simple which it was. Did not expect to pay extra for blanket/sheet and towels though. The restaurant and cafe serve very good food and service excellent. The real downside was the noise. The music was loud until quite late and then the dive meeting place in front of the rooms was really noisy very early in the morning. Moved to a quieter place for the rest of our stay on Ko Tao. Most of the other hotels offer free wi-fi, but here you had to pay. My son had a fantastic diving instructor so if we returned would use the dive centre but stay elsewhere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: New Siam Guest House II; City: Bangkok; Review: Having been to Bangkok several times, this is by far the best budget hotel we have stayed in. It was very clean, modern and is very close to Soi Rambuttri, Khao San Rd and river boats. Will definitely use again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Casa de Santos Bed Breakfast; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: Arrived in the early hours of the morning but were given a very warm welcome. Without asking, we were given a map and all the necessary information of best places to go and how to get there. room was fantastic! Very large and beautifully decorated. Although there was no ensuite, there were plenty of very big bathrooms for customers, so never had to queue. Breakfast was very sufficient and lots of tourist sites within walking distance or public transport. Only had 2 nights but will definitely be going back to Lisbon and staying at Casa de Santos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Manchester East; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: Stayed 1 night before flying out on holiday from Manchester airport. All Staff were really friendly, room was more than adequate and breakfast very good. Very handy location and great value. Will definitely use again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel; City: Kusadasi Turkish Aegean Coast; Review: Love the location of this hotel. Great views from the room (sea view rooms are quite a bit more expensive). Roof top pool and terrace are excellent and 5 minute walk to the Bizarre and restaurants. Room was a bit of a squash with 3 of us and felt the breakfast a bit limited, especially the hot food selection which on one day was pizza! Would definitely recommend the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Barton Hall Hotel; City: Barton Seagrave Kettering Northamptonshire England; Review: Really lovely room with adjoining bedroom. Loved the bathroom. Unfortunately didn't get much sleep as it was really hot and stuffy. There was a portable air cooler/conditioner in one room but wasn't efficient enough to keep the room cool. Breakfast was adequate but presentation of the cooked food let it down. It all looked a bit sloppy and undercooked.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Everglades Park Hotel; City: Widnes Cheshire England; Review: Usually stay at Premier Inn but all were fully booked. Other hotels seemed expensive so opted for Best Western. Was very surprised at the quality of the hotel at a decent price. will definitely consider again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Sheffield Central Hotel; City: Sheffield South Yorkshire England; Review: After a long journey I enjoy relaxing in a hotel room with a cup of coffee. Unfortunately, their was a strong smell of wet dog. There was also hair on the floor. The room was very hot even with the window open. Wasn't relaxing and could not wait to leave.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel ibis budget Sheffield Arena; City: Sheffield South Yorkshire England; Review: If I had got this hotel at a bargain I would not have felt the same way, but paid £65 for what I thought would be a decent hotel room. Lady on reception very pleasant and helpful but that's where it ends. It was the tiniest of rooms with lino on the floor. The shower and sink in the room. The shower had a glass door which did not impress my teenage son! No kettle! Beds really uncomfortable. £4 for parking but not many places so if you leave the hotel you are not guaranteed a space. Found a 4 star hotel for the following night for the same price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Milton Manchester Hotel; City: Eccles Salford Greater Manchester England; Review: Usually stay in the city but all hotels were more expensive than prepared to pay. First impressions were not good, above a job centre, run down area and security guards in the middle of the day. Was pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness of the room. Thick carpet, large bed ( similar to Premier inn standard). Bar prices were very reasonable but would not recommend eating there as both meals were tiny, microwaved and just about edible. Have booked to stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Sheffield Parkway; City: Rotherham South Yorkshire England; Review: Great value hotel that i would expect to pay a lot more for. Have stayed here twice and each time have been really happy. Staff lovely, room a good size that is finished to a very good standard. Much better value than a premier inn. My first choice of hotel when staying in Sheffield.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurys Inn Liverpool; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Had to queue for 15 mins before I could even check in. Receptionist pleasant. Room was like a cave. Very small window at side of the bed. Room ok, spacious enough. No bottle of water or biscuit but good selection of teas. Bathroom very disappointing. Serious need of upgrade. Grotty shower curtain, black grouting, noisy toilet, shower dial covers missing, low pressure. Bed very comfy. Very good location but would not stay again. Have stayed at quite a few Jurys but this one not the usual standard.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sea Safari; City: Rawai Phuket; Review: Were very disappointed on arrival as the tent we were given did not match the pictures of the tent we thought we were booking. Whilst I knew there were 2 lines of tents, the pictures showed they were staggered, therefore each having a Seaview. The tent we were given looked straight onto the the tent in front with approx 1 1/2 metre in between. The owner did offer us our money back as he said there were no other tents available and he would be able to resell ours easily. Told us we had got a bargain. We decided to stay but found it strange that there were empty tents both nights. We did actually enjoy the 2 nights, but as a frequent travellers to Thailand, would not return. We knew before we arrived the beach is not swimmable but were shocked by the amount of rubbish brought in by the tide each day. The food offered at the hotel is a little limited but there is a place next door that does decent priced Thai food. The staff were very friendly and it is a really relaxing place, just make sure when booking you know which tent you are getting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Transworld Durable Deluxe Insulated Lunch Cooler Bag (Many Colors and Size Available) (12"x10"x8 1/2", Royal Blue); Brand: Transworld; Review: this was a Christmas gift for my son. I like that I had a choice of 3 sizes. I chose the middle size. He said it is perfect foe him to bring to work. Lots of room and good insulation; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Strawberry Street Simply Round 45 Piece Dinnerware Set, White; Brand: 10 Strawberry Street; Review: this was a gift for my son & his family. They absolutely love it. good weight, great service quantities nice size on all pieces; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pruta Food Container 601.496.73, Set of 17, Green; Brand: IKEA; Review: Wow what a great deal this was. I love these containers. Nice and light. Lids fit easily. Wash nicely, no stains. Can go in the dishwasher.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor Ironing Board Cover and Pad; Brand: Whitmor; Review: great product not too thick or puffy. I like a thinner board cover and this is it. The elastic edging holds tight to the board. No rippling or sliding. No strings to pull or hang down. This is the best cover I have had in a long time; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ExcelSteel 503 Stainless Steel Cookware with Encapsulated Base, 7 Piece, Silver; Brand: ExcelSteel; Review: I love this cookware. I followed instructions for cooking and cleaning. No problems. It cooks much faster than the coated cookware. I just had to adjust for that. Easy to clean. Light weight. The big thing is it is not coated. No chemicals to leach into the food I cook. That is why I bought it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MelonBoat 4-Sided Hand-held Grater Mandoline Slicer Set 5 in 1 with Tray and Peeler, Kitchen Vegetable Fruit Julienne; Brand: MelonBoat; Review: This is great. I like the fact that I don't have to hold the item in my hands. I have the holder so my fingers don't get nicked. The shredding attachments slide in and out easily. Just the right types of adjustments for grating. The main unit is easy to hold. Definitely a good choice. Easy to clean, and can go in the dishwasher.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ChefLand Stainless Steel Pineapple Corer | All in One Pineapple Tool, Peeler, Slicer and Cutter | Non Slip Detachable; Brand: ChefLand; Review: WOW I love this! It is so easy . It is to use. I hardly ever bought whole pineapple until I got this. A friend at work mentioned this type of product. So, I searched Amazon. Of course I found it!. I have carpel tunnel so I thought maybe it would be hard to use, but when I got it I was so surprised. It is like cutting through butter. Quick and easy! I buy whole pineapp;le not about every other week. Love it !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Bamboo Floor Mat – Ideal Mat for Kitchens, Bathrooms or Offices - 24” x 72”, Natural; Brand: InterDesign; Review: Wow who would think this mat is so great. I love all things bamboo. Have many things already, but mostly for the kitchen, This mat is awesome. No slipping, dries fast. Looks great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Expert Chef The ORIGINAL Watermelon Slicer Corer Cutter Knife and Server with Free Melon Baller; Brand: Expert Chef; Review: This is awesome I have also used it on cantaloupe and honey dew melons. They sent directions to my email how to pick ripe melons & uses; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kuuk Fruit Infusion Pitcher - BPA Free Acrylic - 93Oz / 2.9 Quart; Brand: ; Review: Well, I'm guessing at the 5. This will be a Christmas gift so at this time, like I said I'm hoping it will be a 5. I looks good. I like the idea. Hope my son & his family will as well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GoWISE USA GW22634 2.75-Quart Digital 50 Recipes for Your Air Fryer Book, White; Brand: GoWISE USA; Review: Christmas present for my son. He loves it. Does a great job on chicken & meals for my grandsons. Easy to use, easy to clean. Does a variety of meats in a short time. Easy to clean Healthier meals for all; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: SanDisk Sansa Clip+ 4 GB MP3 Player (Blue) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: SanDisk; Review: Battery is CRAP! Refreshing playlist every time I disconnect from a PC just to charge with out editing the music. REFRESH TAKES 10 MINS. You guys need to do more work with the software and the battery and you've got a gem. Bought it 6 months ago just died 6-19-2015. Though the new release one is got decent reviews. San Jam; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ZTHY 11.1V 7800mAh 9cell Laptop Battery for Dell XPS 14 L401X 15 L501X L502x 17 L701x 3d L702x 1591 J70W7; Brand: ZHRBAT; Review: *** UPDATE 6-21-2015*** Battery is now dead, their half charging replacement only lasted 4 months. Thanks for nothing seller, GARBAGE SELLER! WASTED MONEY Sent first battery charged to 59%. Seemed interested in fixing it so they sent me another one. Following their instructions of powering down, removing battery and powering up to set in with no battery. Then powered it off normally of course all good every time. Installed the 2nd now battery and it only charges to, let me look to be exact, 37%. Just keeps saying charging for both, but they top out. 1 at 59% and the second now at 37%. This is such a waste of my time, I think I lost money when it comes to a month ago I wanted to purchase a battery to replace the one that came with it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: InstallerParts 10Ft 1/4" Mono Male to XLR Female Microphone Cable- Compatible With Amplifiers, Instruments, and more!; Brand: InstallerParts; Review: Work great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics 14-Inch Laptop Sleeve - Black; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Just as advertised, thanks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ZXUY Big Capability USB Flash Drives Bag, Black; Brand: ZXUY; Review: Just as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MSI GE72 APACHE-078 17.3-Inch Gaming Laptop; Brand: MSI; Review: Have no problems with it once you figure out the Microsoft Driver bug.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ION Audio Block Rocker (iPA76A) | Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Mic, Radio, and Wheels & Handle for Transport; Brand: ION Audio; Review: Way bigger than older models; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sandisk Cruzer 32GB USB 32 GB Flash Drive, Black - SDCZ36-032G; Brand: SanDisk; Review: Transferring files now! :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samsung 64GB 80MB/s EVO Select Micro SDXC Memory Card (MB-ME64DA/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: Worked right out of the box!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BOSS AUDIO R2504 1000W 4 Channel Car Amplifier Power+Remote+8Ga Amp Install Kit; Brand: BOSS Audio Systems; Review: It ok, the installers wouldn't even use the cables that came with it. They said the power wire was too small and the wires just seemed cheap. otherwise though the amp is working fine!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics USB 3.0 Extension Cable - A-Male to A-Female - 3 Feet (2 Pack); Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Works fine, seems a little heavy duty. Its like the USB anchor as well.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cisno Mini Rotate Splitter 3 Ports USB 2.0 Hub Adapter for Chromebook Macbook Air, Surface RT/Pro, PC; Brand: cisno; Review: Was cheap and died quickly; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Category 6 Ethernet Module, MACTIS 180° Cat6 RJ45 8-Wire Jack with Unshielded Information Module (2 Pack, 3 Port RJ45; Brand: MACTIS; Review: These are not splitters like you'd think. They enable you to take 2 things turn them into one cable for a distance and then plug 2 things back in. I was hoping to take 1 LAN line and be able to put 2 devices on it. Thats not how they work. This is to reduce cables, not to actually split it into 2 like you'd think of with a cable tv splitter.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Microlab M850 40 Watt 2.1 Subwoofer Deluxe Multimedia Speaker for PC and Multimedia Entertainment; Brand: Microlab; Review: The smaller speakers seem to vibrate a lot when the music is loud. Almost like its too thin of plastic for the design.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fluke 115 Compact True-RMS Digital Multimeter; Brand: Fluke; Review: I bought this to replace a Radio Shack DVM that I no longer trusted. The look and feel, and the craftsmanship of this meter is on par with what I expect from the brand. I gave it 4 out of 5 stars because there is no duty cycle measurement to go along with the frequency measurement.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maglite Solitaire Incandescent 1-Cell AAA Flashlight Black; Brand: MagLite; Review: Solid construction, but the bulb is not very bright. I purchased this flashlight on the MAG name, before looking at the ratings.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Maglite Solitaire Incandescent 1-Cell AAA Flashlight in Presentation Box Silver; Brand: MagLite; Review: Solid construction, but the bulb is not very bright. I purchased this flashlight on the MAG name, before looking at the ratings.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Securitying 3.5W 300 Lumens Mini XPE Q5 Zoomable LED Flashlight Adjustable Focus Portable LED Light Lamp Flashlight Torch; Brand: SecurityIng; Review: This is the second flashlight is this style that did not work.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coast HP1 190 Lumen Pure Beam Focusing LED Flashlight with Slide Focus and Adjustable Pocket Clip; Brand: Coast; Review: I would purchase another...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kershaw Cryo G-10 Pocket Knife (1555G10) 2.75”; Brand: Kershaw; Review: A decent knife for the price. Fun to flick open and close until you grow tired of the spring action. Would be much better without the speed assist. I removed the spring and found that the detent ball does not line up with the blade indentation. Even with its issues, I find myself carrying it several times a week alternating between my ZT 0550, and Mini Griptillian.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sanrenmu 7010LUC-SA 710 Pocket EDC Folding Knife; Brand: Sanrenmu; Review: This Sebenza copy is not as nice as my genuine Sebenza, but it's sharp and I won't shead a tear if it is lost. It's heavy for its size and does not feel as nice to hold. I understood what I was buying so my expectations were low.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Olight 90 Lumens i10E EOS PMMA TIR lens AAA Flashlight Compact Keychain Flashlite EDC Flashlight; Brand: OLIGHT; Review: Very bright for a AAA sized flashlight. I prefer AAA powered flashlights over lipo rechargeable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Loloho Lodge; City: Cape Town Central Western Cape; Review: Small lodge with excellent rooms and excellent location. The only downside to this accommodation is the owner/manager and his friend. Both made a wrong career choice! They are moody, not service oriented and sometimes outright blunt. Despite the qualities of the location, the behavior of this managerial duo grows on you, and not in a nice way. I won’t be back….; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Aldeia da Mata Pequena; City: Mafra Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: Lovely small (12 houses) historic village on a small hill ridge. Beautifull location, very friendly owners. Mata Pequena is close to both Lisboa and the beach/ocean (surfing). All houses are restored to the original and filled with historic artifacts. All this is very nicely done. At the same time electricity and running (hot) water are available. The village also has a small but good restaurant, so you can stay in to have dinner.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pensao Flor de Coimbra; City: Coimbra Coimbra District Central Portugal; Review: This pensao is family run, with a very friendly and helpful owner. The rooms are situated in an old house that is on the first floor with a steep stairway as entrance. The rooms are OK sizewise, bathroom is very small and the shower was broken. The whole pensao is primitive.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Quartier des Spectacles; City: Montreal Quebec; Review: The lobby can be reached by ascending quite a few steps, so carrying a heavy suitcase a bit of a hassle. The rooms are clean, small and noisy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is situated right next to a sex shop in an interesting part of downtown. The hotel offers good value for a short business stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: I stayed at this hotel for a conference. The room, in this huge hotel, was clean and recently refurbished. Water power in shower was minimal (but not uncommon in NY). The breakfast restaurant only serves a buffet. Which is fine for most, but not for me. The hotel staff was excellent: Very polite and helpful. Prices for breakfast, business center, calls where a bit over the top but not unusual at a Times Square hotel. The hotel lobby was a zoo at any time of day. Great for people watching!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alvisse Parc Hotel; City: Luxembourg City; Review: The hotel is newly refurbished and looks modern and good. The staff is very friendly. The pool and spa are fine too. However, the rooms are very sparsely furnished for a four star rated hotel (e.g. no tea/coffee maker, medium quality bed). The TV did not fit within the confines of the bookshelves and was thus placed just under the ceiling! The restaurant was good enough. All in all, we enjoyed the pool and sauna but the rooms could be improved.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bella Vista Hotel Studios; City: Benitses Corfu Ionian Islands; Review: This two star hotel delivers a great quality/price ratio. The rooms are clean and cleaned daily. Towels changed every two days. Every room has air-conditioning (we needed it at 25 Celsius nightly minimum). The staff is very helpful and perhaps the friendliest in Corfu! They really try to make you feel at home. The many international interns help to deliver mother tongue communication with the different tourists. Very ungreek, the breakfast is huge and differs every day (all home made). The hotel itself is located on a quite side street and only 100 meters from the nearest (small) beach and swimming pool. All-in-all a great place to stay during your stay in Corfu.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: San Domenico Palace Hotel; City: Taormina Province of Messina Sicily; Review: What superlatives can I use? It is simply a beautiful, exquisite, efficient and friendly 5 star hotel. I had a great room with a balcony overlooking the bay (blue water, yachts) from a cliff. The rooms are large, comfortable with great daily service. The only thing missing is coffee maker and the wifi is spotty (hence my 4 start rating). Unfortunately, the gym was closed due to repairs. I wish hotels would announce that on their site...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mont Rochelle; City: Franschhoek Western Cape; Review: My TomTom had difficulty finding the resort and so it should be! Once we were cleared by the guard at the gate and drove up the driveway, we knew this was going to be special. The staff was lined up at the entrance to greet us. Everything about this place exhumes luxury and elegance. The staff is top notch and so is the service. All meals were excellent (from breakfast to dinner). Of course this all comes at a price… but it well worth it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cathedral Peak Hotel; City: Winterton Drakensberg Region KwaZulu Natal; Review: Cathedral Peak Hotel is an old fashioned family vacation resort in one of the most beautiful areas in South Africa. It is a 3 hour drive from Durban international airport, but an oasis once arrived! The hotel has different room types and the layout is spacious. Dining is buffet type, thus catering to all tastes. The hotel is a great starting point for hikes in the Northern Drakensbergen. I would return here any time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casa Richard; City: Remedios Villa Clara Province Cuba; Review: Three rooms (with air conditioning) with doors opening up to a spacious court yard. The court yard (see pic) has trees and plants and is a great place to relax. The well-stocked fridge helps to overcome the outside temperatures. The dinner at the casa was one of the best we had in Cuba. Remedios is a very nice town with little traffic and a beautiful town square.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostal Nelson; City: Trinidad Sancti Spiritus Province Cuba; Review: The casa is located on the second floor of a restaurant. The rooms are adequate. However, the beds are small for 2 people. The casa is situated ideally for visits by foot to the historical center. Showers are sometimes warm, but generally vary in temperature. Breakfast is very good, with yoghurt, fresh fruit and juice a choice of eggs and cheese and buns. A down side is that the area in front of the rooms is used as an overflow area of the restaurant.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kiki Hostal; City: Playa Larga Matanzas Province Cuba; Review: Very friendly and cozy Hostel /Casa right on the beach at Playa Larga. The dinner we had was probably the best in Cuba (lobster, crab, shrimp, octopus, and fish fillet)! Breakfast too was perfect with mango juice and a choice of eggs. The air conditioning worked and was much needed and the shower was hot. All in all a place to return to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa Graciela y Carlos; City: Vinales Pinar del Rio Province Cuba; Review: Vinales is a small town with prettily painted houses located in the mountains. It is truly a very beautiful area with lots to see. We really liked the Quiet Valley (Did a tour on foot, not on horseback). With all this beauty there is one draw-back: tourists (like ourselves) come in droves. And with the tourists come the tourist traps. We really liked the visit of the tabocco plantation, but really disliked the visit of the coffee plantation (Very commercially driven, too many tourists). Almost every house in Vinales has rooms for rent. Our Casa had very friendly owners, a great breakfast and the adequate rooms.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Cayo Levisa; City: Pinar del Rio Province Cuba; Review: After a 30-minute boat trip from the main land we arrived at this one-hotel bounty island. The boat arrives at 10:30 am and check-in time is 4:00 pm so be prepared to change for the beach before you have a room. The hotel constitutes a large number of luxurious bungalows, connected by a raised wooden board walk. The bungalows are spacious (and air conditioned) with a huge king-size bed and a bathroom with a double shower. However, water was not always available! All meals are included in the hotel fee (except the first). The meals offered are buffet style with a made to order corner with lots of choice. The beach is almost white and the water warm. Despite the day-trippers the beach is not crowded because it stretches far along the coast.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moka Hotel; City: Las Terrazas Artemisa Province Cuba; Review: Located on a hill surrounded by forest this very nice eco hotel offers large rooms with good beds and a small bath overlooking the valley. The hotel pool is situated nearby and has a bar. The hotel is frequented by tours and their busses. However, this is not a reason to skip this beautiful place.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Fischer am See; City: Heiterwang Tirol Austrian Alps; Review: This hotel is family owned and run. It has a modern interior with spacious rooms, a small bar and a restaurant. A scenic view of the lake is provided for free. We greatly enjoyed this hotel, its restaurant, sauna and relax room. The atmosphere is informal, the staff personal and interested, but not overly so. The menu at the restaurant is limited but enough to provide variety for a weeks stay. The portions are big and the quality is excellent. I can recommend the steak and the trout! The prices of the hotel and the restaurant are very reasonable. The hotel offers 3 different sauna's and a relax room for free. Massage services are extra. Any criticism? I would like to see a coffee/thee maker included in the room and wifi extended beyond the lobby and restaurant. All in all we were very satisfied with our stay. Definitely a place to return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Agriturismo Leano; City: Piazza Armerina Province of Enna Sicily; Review: We stayed for 5 nights in this beautiful place. The location is about 10 minutes by car from Piazza Armerina. It is both beautiful and quiet, with a grand lay-out. We were the only guests in this 8 bedroom (each can sleep 2-4 people) country house. Having the place to ourselves was luxurious in one way, but may have its down sides too (e.g. not always clear when restaurant is open). The rooms are very nice, with a queen size bed and 2 beds which can be reached via stairs in the room. Each room has air conditioning and a large window. The bathroom was excellent. Wifi is good and free. Staff are very friendly and helpful. What we really missed in our room was a small fridge (for our water). The restaurant was really good and can match any 5 star place nearby. Traditional Sicilian dishes done really well and delicious pizza's at dinner time. They served the best pork I've ever had! Breakfast was a combination of Sicilian (fresh cakes made by the chef) and continental, with fresh fruit. One can ask for coffee and tea, but the availability and quality can be improved. Leano has two pools with a large deck with chairs. Very beautifully done! The pools are also available to locals (at a fee) which can make them very busy, especially during the weekend. The pool closes at 6 pm, which I think is too early in this hot weather. Another point of criticism is the loud music (Italian and international pop hits) that is being played at the pool, especially when it is busy. In conclusion, a great place to stay and eat. With only a few minor changes I would have given it a 5/5.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Casa delle Monache; City: Graniti Province of Messina Sicily; Review: A beautifully located hotel. The rooms were fine (cleaned every day). We had a nice balcony. We did not use the available air conditioning. The shower was a disaster, with constantly fluctuating temperatures (too hot or too cold). Staff was not not very helpful and made an uninterested impression. The restaurant (dinner) and breakfast were Oke, although things gradually declined over the weekend because items were not replaced (e.g. wine, cereal). The pool was dirty, but cleaned unexpectedly on the day we were leaving. Comparatively, this was the least of our hotels/Agriturismo's in Sicily.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel il Castelletto; City: Casarile Province of Milan Lombardy; Review: The location (near the highway just south of Milan) is very convenient, and so is the underground parking (for cars filled with vacation luggage). The rooms are standard, but the halls smell of smoking residue. The restaurant was average. Service was relatively slow. The advertised pizzeria was closed without notice. When queried the waiter said it was because of the holiday season! Breakfast was fine. All in all, fine for a stop over, but nothing more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: RockyPop Hotel; City: Les Houches Haute Savoie Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: A relatively newly built large concept hotel in the Chamonix-Mont Blanc valley. Parking is free, but the large parking lot is often full. The concept is the ‘80s! The reception area serves as reception (duh), sitting room, a large bar with annex playing rooms for kids. Coffee and tea are always available free of charge. A communal fridge too. A couple of nights per week there is live music. Most of the guests were families with young children. The hotel offers several room types. We stayed in the simplest room. The room was small and contained a small bathroom, a 2 bed/couch and a double bed a few steps up (sort of second floor). Every room has it’s own WIFI and TV with free movies and 50 channels. The beds are excellent, as is the service. However, our room had two major issues: firstly in a large part of the room I could not standup straight! I estimate the height of this part of the room at 1.80 m. I never bumped my head, so I got used to this very irritating limitation quickly I imagine. The second issue was the room temperature. Even though we set the thermostat to 17 degrees, it never got below 23 degrees, even with the window open at night.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Gore Starhotels Collezione; City: London England; Review: The hotel market in London seems oversaturated but prices are still extremely high. The Gore offers an excellent hotel experience at a London price. The hotel is very nicely situated, with small rooms (typical London), with all amenities somehow stashed away in the small space. The quality of the rooms, service, and breakfast are impeccable. As it should be at this level!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anew Hotel Hluhluwe Safaris; City: Hluhluwe Zululand KwaZulu Natal; Review: This hotel is conveniently located in between Hluhluwe Game Park (17 km) and St Lucia Estuary (45 km). It is frequented by tours (Dutch and English). The hotel offers different types of accommodation. We stayed in a self-catering Rondavel, which we had booked via hotels.com (expedia). We are a family of 5 and had expected, per our booking, 6 beds. However, the Rondavels only have 4 beds. The management suggested that housekeeping would convert our two couches to a bed every evening. Not ideal but it’s a solution. This arrangement worked well the first night but not subsequent days. The Rondavel is beautiful. New and spacious, with two bedrooms, a living room and kitchenette. Everything is new, modern and clean. Great beds! The hotel offers both ala carte and buffet style meals. The quality of the food is good. The dining room is noisy thanks to the tour groups. Hotel staff is excellent: friendly and helpful. Conveniently, there is a large Spar supermarket within walking distance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mopani Rest Camp; City: Kruger National Park; Review: We stayed in the park for 6 nights: Punda Maria, Mopani, Talamati Bushveld (lighted watering place next door),and Berg-en-Dal. We saw it all: the Big-5 (multiple times) and many more. All visited park accommodations are excellent. The kitchen has all that is needed, the rooms are clean and daily serviced. The braai area is functional. The compound is clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. My only comment would be that the assortment of the shop (when available) is generally small. This is more so in the north of the park than in the south. The north is also less crowded, with less tourists. My compliments to the SANPark management and staff: the park and camps are run very well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Berg en Dal; City: Kruger National Park; Review: We stayed in the park for 6 nights: Punda Maria, Mopani, Talamati Bushveld (lighted watering place next door),and Berg-en-Dal. We saw it all: the Big-5 (multiple times) and many more. All visited park accommodations are excellent. The kitchen has all that is needed, the rooms are clean and daily serviced. The braai area is functional. The compound is clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. My only comment would be that the assortment of the shop (when available) is generally small. This is more so in the north of the park than in the south. The north is also less crowded, with less tourists. My compliments to the SANPark management and staff: the park and camps are run very well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Punda Maria Restcamp; City: Kruger National Park; Review: We stayed in the park for 6 nights: Punda Maria, Mopani, Talamati Bushveld (lighted watering place next door),and Berg-en-Dal. We saw it all: the Big-5 (multiple times) and many more. All visited park accommodations are excellent. The kitchen has all that is needed, the rooms are clean and daily serviced. The braai area is functional. The compound is clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. My only comment would be that the assortment of the shop (when available) is generally small. This is more so in the north of the park than in the south. The north is also less crowded, with less tourists. My compliments to the SANPark management and staff: the park and camps are run very well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gooderson DumaZulu Lodge Traditional Village; City: Hluhluwe Zululand KwaZulu Natal; Review: This tourist attraction has two parts paid for separately. A small reptile (e.g. various crocs), birds and snake zoo and a traditional village. Most animals in the zoo are very passive, due to their normal day-time behavior. There is ample information presented about the animals. A tour takes about 30-45 minutes. Our guide lives in the traditional village together with 20 adults and 1 child. We are introduced to the Zulu culture, learn a few words, take a tour of the village, and see some arts and crafts. The end of the tour consists of a Zulu dance display by the men and women of the village. Our guide was informative but all in all you have to like this kind of thing and I am not particularly a fan.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dinkweng Safari Camp; City: Vaalwater Waterberg Limpopo Province; Review: Dinkweng (the place of the Leopard) is small non big-5 safari camp. We stayed in one of the twelve beautiful villas. The villas are each set apart which provide great privacy. The villa is huge and extremely luxurious, both outside and inside. It is serviced daily, including the dishes and the outside fire place. The views from the deck over the Waterberg area are magnificent. I have never been in a place this quiet and dark at night. The night sky is magnificent (no light polution)! Dinkweng is located a bit off the main road and we passed through 4 gates to get there. The area within the most inner gate and fence is where the villas are located and the wildlife.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Talamati Bushveld Camp; City: Nelspruit Mpumalanga; Review: We stayed in the park for 6 nights: Punda Maria, Mopani, Talamati Bushveld (lighted watering place next door),and Berg-en-Dal. We saw it all: the Big-5 (multiple times) and many more. All visited park accommodations are excellent. The kitchen has all that is needed, the rooms are clean and daily serviced. The braai area is functional. The compound is clean and staff is very friendly and helpful. My only comment would be that the assortment of the shop (when available) is generally small. This is more so in the north of the park than in the south. The north is also less crowded, with less tourists. My compliments to the SANPark management and staff: the park and camps are run very well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Sofia; City: Sofia Sofia Region; Review: I know it’s just a hotel, but still.... The difference is that every single staff member I encountered here really radiates hospitality. And honestly, that is very nice. Aside from this the rooms are clean and the hotel has all the facilities a (business) traveler needs, even though the gym is quite small. The location of the hotel is great, within walking distance of the city center and very near subway station European Union. So definitely to be recommended if you want to stay just outside of the center in a relatively quite place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Philips 12820WLEDX1 DayLight 4 High Powered Luxeon LED Daytime Running Light; Brand: Philips; Review: I poured through pages of reviews before I bought this. I checked other websites and looked at other products before I finally purchased this. I'm so glad I did. I installed this on a 2011 F-150. Installation (aside from a trip to HD for 3M tape) was super easy. The width of the light is right at 1" (the product desc says otherwise). I would probably have gone with the 8 LED one (but I didn't want to spend 2x the money), but trust me when I say these dual 4-LED lights DEFINITELY make my truck seen. There is no doubt about that. I hear people say "this is nothing but a cutesy light for your truck" and I hear people say "it helps increase visibility". I would say both those statements are true. I love fancy lights. I have LEDs throughout my whole house, automatic motion sensing lights, stairway lighting, you name it. I've always more or less felt that DRLs were just that; fancy schmancy lights for rich people with expensive cars. In January of this year, I was hit head on by someone who "just didn't see me". My car was totaled but thank God I walked away uninjured. In the 17 years I've been driving, I've only had two major accidents, and both were a) not my fault and b) because someone "didn't see me". That's it. Verbatim. "I didn't see you". After January, I decided I was going to try and find something to make me more noticeable. Obviously, nothing can 100% prevent an accident, but I'm pretty sure these will help people notice me. They're super easy to install (at least they were on my truck). I would suggest going beforehand for some 3M double sided sticky tape and some zip ties. The cables are more than long enough to run the front end of my truck. The lights are well crafted and not cheaply made, which I like. The connectors are made to where you can't reverse the polarity by accident. It is probably a MUST that you hook them up to either your parking light or low beam headlight, because trust me - these things light up my garage. I love the fact that they say "SAE approved" or something on the front, so in case someone was to hassle you about them, they're legal. The light has thick glass on the front, and appears to be aluminum casing. They're surprisingly lightweight. I connected mine to the low beam headlight, which works out perfect for me (since my parking lights come on when I open the doors). I took my SwissArmy knife and scraped off the insulation on the wire and attached the relay wire to that. I probably turned my truck on and off 15 times just to jump out and see how they would turn on and off automatically...LOL. When you first turn the ignition, they immediately power on. When I flip on my low beams, they immediately power off. When I stop the engine, they wait about 5 seconds and go; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1Pc Aaron EP-27 EP27 5 Pin LED Turn Signal Flasher Relay for Hyper Blinking Flash Decoder Load Equalizer 12V 0.1W; Brand: Aaron; Review: first off its too big to put in an F150 - I ended up rednecking it and sawed off the sides to get it to fit. Just to get it in and realize that it doesn't work. It flashes but both sides flash. Disappointed !; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fit System 80194 Passenger Side Non-heated Replacement Mirror Glass with Backing Plate; Brand: Fit System; Review: For the price, it's great. It's definitely not OEM and you can tell. It vibrates like crazy going down the highway. But as narrow as my alley is, and as many mirrors as I seem to smash on trash cans and my garage door, it works. Much better than the $80 Ford charged me at the dealership.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SNGL H3 Super Bright CREE LED DRL Fog Light bulbs - Plug-and-Play - 6000K Cool White (Pack of 2); Brand: SNGL; Review: I really wanted to love these. I read every single review before buying them. This was my third LED headlight bulb conversion attempt. My application is a 2011 F-150. The lights are impressively built at first glance. I have had xenon HID conversion kits in my vehicles since 2009, and never have I seen something so impressively built and quality made headlight-wise. I kick myself now for not doing a side by side comparison between HID and LED, but the HIDs were ever so slightly brighter (I attribute this to more of the concentrated beam pattern). The light pattern of these bulbs was more uniform, which I really liked. I also love the fact that they are adjustable (as some others have said - this is a bit deceiving from the description) - the only adjustment to these lights is rotation. However, I'm certain that that is useful to most people's applications. For my truck, I just couldn't get the light to focus properly. It would either shine up and around into the heavens, or downward in a weird U-shape. The concentration of light, while uniform, was not near as bright as my HIDs. Keep in mind that in my particular application, the HIDs have a higher concentration of "spot length" and the LEDs had a complete uniform beam light spread. With the high beams on, it was more in line with my HID beam spread. Can't do that though. I really wanted to love them, but I'm convinced that for my application, I have to have dual side emitting bulbs (triangular or rectangular). The color was beautiful though - a pure white that wasn't blue, wasn't purple, wasn't yellow. Sadly, I had to return them. I don't want to leave a negative review just because my personal application was unsuccessful - my review is based more on the design of the product itself than anything. They would probably work better in projector headlights, or headlights that didn't have the weird F-150 "box" design for a refractor (most cars have a round sided refractor to reflect the light back into the reflector).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AEM 28-20385 DryFlow Air Filter; Brand: AEM; Review: I've only had this filter for less than a day but I'm already loving it. Previously I've had a K&N filter on my truck which I have just NOT been happy with (didn't realize I was unhappy with it till recently). My truck has always struggled with hesitation, rough idle, and lack of responsiveness. It's a V6, but still hasn't acted like a V6. While perusing the online forums, I discovered that K&N filters aren't good for F-150 2004 year model and up. Figured I would give this a shot. I snapped it in, took it out and gave it a test. Incredible performance increase. On ramp to the highway went from 40-75 in about 2.5 seconds. Never had my truck be so responsive. Driving it's like it's not having any problems breathing whatsoever. It's like someone gave my truck antibiotics when it had a sinus infection lol. My truck is my baby and I spend a lot of money making sure it's well maintained but have always struggled with performance. I was about to get a tuner but now I don't think so. We'll see how MPG does when I get gas again after driving, but so far it's night and day. Still has that low throaty "growl" that I grew to love with my K&N. Definitely recommend! It's THICK too - I was worried it might impede the airflow. But thicker filter means more sq inches of media, just like in your furnace filter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Optix 9005 (HB3) LED Headlight Conversion Kit - High Beam Bulbs - 80W 8000LM High Power; Brand: Optix; Review: This is my FOURTH set of LED headlights. I've looked at dozens of them in Amazon and the Internet. Ordered 3 sets - hated 'em all and sent them back. These... Are legit. They're bright. Probably TOO bright (as if there is such a thing). I've been using HID kits for 8 years now and while I've always been moderately happy with them, the quality has just gone downhill. Kits that used to outlast my vehicle now last a few months. I found these and figured I would give them a try. I literally had to LOWER my headlights because these FAR exceeded my HID lights. By FAR. I estimate that the LED produces about 3100 lm of light per bulb, which is about 1000 lm more than xenon. I installed one at a time. Put the first one in. Flick it on. Thinking to myself no way this is brighter. Put the second one in. Yep. It's far brighter. It's a beautiful pure white blanket of light that just lights up the road like a dream. The high beams are useless but they serve the purpose for inspection. But not even necessary to have with as much light as these things put out. I'm still in the "this is too good to be true for $51" stage - time will tell how long they last. I'm keeping my HIDs in my truck till I know for sure they're going to not leave me in the dark. But wow. This is a hidden gem in a sea of junky headlights. For reference I'm installing in a 2011 F-150 which has weird rectangular refractors in the headlight which aren't very conducive to changing. I parked my truck with the lights on and walked down the road to make sure that they weren't blinding others. Even with Oakley HDO sunglasses on, staring at them directly left the little blurry spot in my vision. That's how bright these are. Unreal. UPDATE - After 8 months, one LED has failed (flickering). It looks really bad, so I ended up taking them out. Contacted the company as they're under warranty, they offered to exchange them, then I agreed - no response - not very impressed. Switching back to my xenon HIDs till something better comes along.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
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Title: Lightshare LED Blossom Tree, 6.5 Feet, Warm White; Brand: Lightshare; Review: I love this tree so much. It is BEAUTIFUL! The single complaint that I have regards where the main tree attaches to the trunk. It's wiggly. Maybe a screw-in type connection would be better? But really it doesn't matter. Put your tree where you like and it will stay just fine. Easy to assemble and arrange.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Weighted Blankets Plus LLC - Made in USA - Child Small Weighted Blanket - Smoke - Cotton/Flannel; Brand: Weighted Blankets Plus; Review: I wasn't sure if this blanket would work out for me the way I was hoping, and it's been even better. I love it, and at this point refuse to sleep without it. I've even begun dragging it over to the couch for when I'm sitting there. I have the 18-lb version, and it's just lovely. I suspect the 20-lb version would be, too. At 18-lbs, it's over 15% of my bodyweight, but I don't care and it doesn't seem to matter. I think that warning is standard for safety purposes. This isn't to say it won't matter for some, but in my case I'm just fine with it. I now want another one so I can stop lugging it back and forth from bed to couch. I have various mental problems, and it seems to help. Either that or I'm getting a really great placebo effect out of it. Either way, it helps to solve some issues. Buy one! You'll probably love it as much as I do mine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where The Polka Dots Roam XL Twin Gray Chevron Sheet Set Soft Microfiber Sheets For Deep Mattresses; Brand: Where The Polka Dots Roam; Review: These are soft, cute, and light. Perfect for going with any light-coloured bedroom.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snuggle-Pedic Ultra-Luxury Bamboo Shredded Memory Foam Full Size Body Pillow with Kool-Flow Breathable Cooling Hypoallergenic Pillow Outer Fabric; Brand: Snuggle-Pedic; Review: I REALLY REALLY REALLY like this thing. Its aweaome on a lot of levels. I wish it were a wee bit firmer, but thats just thanks to my personal health problems. Otherwise, totally fantastic. I love it. It will off-gas for a bit once its been poofed up in the dryer (really, do that; it helps get it into fluffy shape after being in the package. The smell will wear off in a few hours, and mine went away even sooner as I got a cover for it. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NICETOWN Black Out Room Darkening Curtain - (Black Color) Thermal Insulated Modern Window Coveing Soundproof Drape Panel for; Brand: NICETOWN; Review: I very much like these curtains. I was wanting something shorter and more light-coloured. That said, these will NOT block out the light the way the longer, dark-coloured ones do. Its fine by me, but if you're wanting the total blackout effect, look for something longer, heavier, and darker.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snuggle-Pedic Zipper Removable Pillow Cover Kool-Flow Luxurious Bamboo Material - All USA Made (Queen Size); Brand: Snuggle-Pedic; Review: The cover fits the pillow really well, and the added zipper down feature is helpful to avoid accidentally yanking it off onto your face while sleeping. You can obviously also take it off and wash it should something land on the pillow. Glad I got it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: BonJour 9-Cup Cafe Milano Stove Top Espresso Maker; Brand: BonJour; Review: This unit provides a large amount of great tasting espresso. For those who need to cater for multiple persons, or for the hopelessly caffeine dependent. It does exactly what it's supposed to and there have been no signs of significant flaws. Complaints about build quality and price may have some validity, but I see no real issues. I was looking for a large, sturdy, dependable coffee maker and this appears to fit the bill perfectly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vintiquewise(TM) Decorative Treasure Box Wooden Trunk/Chest, Set of 2; Brand: Vintiquewise; Review: I really like this box. It's very light and attractive. I would not use it for storage of heavy items. I just use it for my sex toys which are not that heavy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calypso Basics by Reston Lloyd Enamel On Steel Utensil Holder, Red; Brand: Reston Lloyd; Review: The first showed up with enamel chipped off. I ordered a second and that showed up with enamel chipped off too. I didn't give it a third try. I don't see how the product could handle any decent amount of wear in the kitchen if it can't handle a few bumps in a well padded shipping box.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Progressive- Prepworks Ceramic Tool Crock - Utensil Kitchen Organizer - Red; Brand: Progressive; Review: Awesome, good looking, tough, large crock.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farberware 5077243 Classic Color Kitchen Knife Set, 6-Piece; Brand: Farberware; Review: These knives are a good solution for a short term situation or a very light kitchen user. They perform pretty well when new but don't hold their edge that well when used moderately for a few months. Careful with the big purple one -- if you slot it into the sleeve the wrong way a small part of the blade can protrude. I carelessly grabbed the knife from a drawer, relying on the sleeve to cover the blade, and sliced my finger on the protruding blade corner.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DuraHold by Creative Escape Bath Collection Curved Tension Shower Road; Brand: DuraHold by Creative Escape Bath Collection; Review: When placed in situ this rod is very good. It makes the shower feel more spacious and totally stops the liner from billowing into the tub area. However, the quality is suspect. Mine arrived with broken pieces. I lashed it together and got it to work but it was a pain and took a long time. You shouldn't have to deal with such issues with a product that claims to be super-easy to install. That said, there aren't many curved tension rod options, so you might have to give this one a shot or get your drill out. No evidence of rust after 6 months use.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Regal Flame Premium Ventless Bio Ethanol Fireplace Fuel - 12 Quart; Brand: Regal Flame; Review: I use this fuel in an indoor fireplace. The product is great value and I have no issues with odor or smoke. I'm not giving a full 5 stars because it doesn't seem as clean as the NuFlame fuel I had before. Moda leaves a sooty residue on the glass walls of the fireplace. It wipes off easily but it's an extra chore that I'd rather not deal with.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid AntiMicrobial In-Sink Dish Drainer, Bisque, Large (FG6032ARBISQU); Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: It does everything a dish drainer rack should do and it does it with class and style. Thankfully I now have a dishwasher and plan to never use it again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Toilet Brush Replacement Head; Brand: OXO; Review: This brush is ok but I don't like it for the price. I was thinking that the OXO brand/cover would make it a long term feature of the bathroom. Not really. The white finish gets dirty very quickly and the whole system gets gross as quickly as any other brush. I think you have to accept that toilet brushes will always need to be replaced once a year or so. So it's probably better to spend no more than $5-10 on a brush.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wusthof Classic 8-Piece Knife Set with Block; Brand: Wsthof; Review: If you are a casual chef like me this knife set is more than you'll need. The knives have good weight and blades stay sharp. I wanted a set that had at least a large chef's knife, steel, and shears. The paring and sandwich knives are handy. I've yet to use the bread knife, so i can't comment on that one. From the moderate amount of research I did, Amazon appeared to have the best prices for "Classic" sets.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ClosetMaid 8985 Stackable 3-Shelf Organizer, Espresso; Brand: ClosetMaid; Review: Decent sturdy little shelves idea for in-closet organization. When pulling things off the middle and upper shelves it's easy to pull the shelf itself out too which can be annoying but for the price it's a decent solution.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hooks & Rings Shower Curtain Rings, Metal Roller Shower Curtain Hooks,! Set Of 12 Rustproof Nickel Plated Brass; Brand: Hooks & Rings; Review: Good hooks. Going strong with no sign of rust after 1.5 years.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids Food Storage Containers, Racer Red, 30-Piece Set 1887941; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: Pretty good food storage boxes. One of the lids deformed in the dishwasher but it still works so no big deal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ashley Furniture Signature Design - Cottage Retreat Nightstand - 2 Drawers - Casual Kids Room - Cream Cottage; Brand: Signature Design by Ashley; Review: For the price and the declared materials of construction, I was expecting a mediocre piece of flat pack furniture that would show up banged up and broken. Then I expected a two month long fight to get a replacement or replacements parts. Then, of course, I expected that it would take an hour to assemble and that it would become structurally less stable every time it was moved to clean around it ... I've been down this road before, but who wants to spend $1000+ on a night stand from ABC? I'm just going to spill wine and candle wax all over it. OH MY, WAS I WRONG! This little beaut comes intact, well packed, pre-built and all you have to do is screw on the handles (handles are metal). It seems very sturdy. The veneer is an attractive gray and seems quite tough. Don't get me wrong, this is budget furniture, there's no solid wood here. But, it's just what I needed and I'm very happy I took a gamble on buying from this line of furniture on the net. The one oddity, which is a plus for me, is that there are two drawers that look like three. The upper drawer is quite shallow and the lower drawer is very deep and has two handles for ... aesthetics I suppose. Two thumbs up. This product is vastly superior to the flimsy and overpriced garbage they peddle at West Elm (I also don't fancy your chances of getting FREE SHIPPING from those muppets either). Note that at the time of purchase this was $170 before tax with free shipping. It seems to have gone up a bit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Microfiber Frizz Bath Rug; Brand: InterDesign; Review: Bit pricey but works well and feels nice on the feet. The bubbly microfiber looks pretty unique. I like the grey.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calphalon Textiles Twill Thumb Mitt, Lemon; Brand: Calphalon; Review: A little small for average sized man hands. A little rigid and hard to grip things. Great heat protection. Also, which is totally my bad, I thought this would be a pair -- note that it is just a single mitt.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ashley Furniture Signature Design - Zelen Dresser - 7 Drawer - Warm Gray; Brand: Signature Design by Ashley; Review: I bought 3 Zelen Warm Gray pieces and I've lazily copied my review from the two drawer night stand and just made a few edits -- but this is a real review and all the furniture is perfect after a few months of use... For the price and the declared materials of construction, I was expecting a mediocre piece of flat pack furniture that would show up banged up and broken. Then I expected a two month long fight to get a replacement or replacements parts. Then, of course, I expected that it would take an hour to assemble and that it would become structurally less stable every time it was moved to clean around it ... I've been down this road before, but who wants to spend $1000+ on a night stand from ABC? I'm just going to spill wine and candle wax all over it. OH MY, WAS I WRONG! This little beaut comes intact, well packed, pre-built and all you have to do is screw on the handles (handles are metal). It seems very sturdy. The veneer is an attractive gray and seems quite tough. Don't get me wrong, this is budget furniture, there's no solid wood here. But, it's just what I needed and I'm very happy I took a gamble on buying from this line of furniture on the net. Two thumbs up. This product is vastly superior to the flimsy and overpriced garbage they peddle at West Elm (I also don't fancy your chances of getting FREE SHIPPING from those muppets either).; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Kenneth Cole REACTION Men's Windy Cuff Links; Brand: ; Review: These are a great cufflinks for everyday use. Originally they were designed and sold under the Kenneth Cole Reaction brand, but lately there has been a lot of Chinese immitations/knock-off. The original Kenneth Cole Reaction cufflinks come in a brushed-metal/mat variation. The Chinese copies are often glossy/reflective but sometimes they can be in brushed-metal/mat style like the original Kenneth Cole Reaction cufflinks. Kenneth Cole also produced the belt with belt buckle of this design as well as a money clip. Matching cufflinks and the belt make a great coordinated combination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: adidas Men's Calissage Slide; Brand: ; Review: I wear these slides at home, but sometimes I walk outside with them. Personally I don't like the warm slippers and I like my feet to be exposed. I did some research before buying the slides and concluded that these slides are the best ones in the $20.00-$30.00 price range. The quality is nice: solid rubber-gel and size adjustment straps on Velcro pads. These slides will last you a long time if you wash them under warm water once in every 4-to-6 months.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Penguin Shoe Deodorizer Aerosol 9.5 oz; Brand: Original Penguin; Review: Excellent footwear deodorant. I have been using it for over 5 years and just bought a bottle today and decided to do a review on it. Basically if you spray this shoe deodorant at once every 2 days in your shoes then you will never smell any foul odor from your shoes. Just remember to spray it after you take your shoes off because some people want to spray before it before they put their shoes on, which will basically stink up your socks. I use it with my sneakers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sof Sole Sneaker Balls Shoe, Gym Bag, and Locker Deodorizer, 1 Pair; Brand: Sof Sole; Review: I use to have exactly the same basketball deodorant balls about 10 years ago. They worked well and the sneakers smelled good. I do not remember much about them other than what I said. I think I bought them at Modell's.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fruit of the Loom Men's Boxer Briefs (Pack of 4); Brand: ; Review: I bought 13 units of these 4-packs of boxer briefs 2 years ago and so far they are still holding. The quality is nothing to rave about, just your standard boxer briefs. 2 years ago the price per 4-pack was $10.50 (just checked my purchase history here on Amazon) and now they almost doubled in price to $19.35.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ASICS Men's GEL-Strike 3 Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I've been wearing these sneakers for over 5 months now and from day 1 these sneakers were kinda off: my feet are size 13, so I ordered these Asics in size 13; I've been buying Asics for about 3 years and never had a problem until I got these. They seemed to be a size too small, especially on the width, and the laces are the shortest in all the sneakers that I had in my life; they barely tie up and pretty much choke my feet. I am approaching the 6th month of wearing them and the foam on the back where the heel is is starting to break and come out. I use these sneakers for everyday use and the gym. Also the insoles seem to be glued-shut to the sneakers, and I can't fit the size 13 Dr. Scholl's gel insoles into these Asics because of too little space inside. Every time I take off these sneakers, my feet feel like they got out of prison. Water gets into these sneakers very easily, like rain and puddles.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Invicta Men's 16739 Pro Diver Analog Display Swiss Quartz Gold Watch; Brand: Invicta; Review: One of my 3 top favorite watches, other than classic Invicta diver and generally unknown Fossil men's watch model. Its pretty much Invicta's answer to Rolex's Presidential Gold watch. I received a very good/smooth one that I am happy with: feels solid but bracelet can be much better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: LAT 3622 Junior Fine Jersey V-Neck Tee Dress; Brand: LAT; Review: Perfect little dress for running to the grocery store or being in around the house! The dress is inexpensive also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orthaheel Women's Black Geneva 8 B(M) US; Brand: Orthaheel; Review: The slippers are well worth the money and I am looking at buying a pair of shoes as well! With in minutes my foot immediately felt better (as I have planters fasciitis).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MG Collection Haley Studded Structured Satchel Shoulder Bag; Brand: MG Collection; Review: I love this bag! It's sharp and sophisticated! And it's very roomy on the inside! I've received tons of compliments on it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bella + Canvas - Women's Flowy Circle Top - 8806; Brand: Bella; Review: Looks great on!!!! Great addition to my wardrobe! I should have bought more than one color! And it's great for the price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FASH Limited Ostrich Skin Turn Lock Tote Handbag Top-Handle Bag; Brand: FASH Limited; Review: Very stylish! Clean and classy! I love the cream color with gold accents! Perfect for summer! I love this bag!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vera Bradley Vera Tote in Blue Bayou; Brand: ; Review: We love Vera Bradley! This toad is excellent quality! It arrived in a timely manner! We are very pleased with it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jessica Simpson Women's Orsona Boot; Brand: ; Review: Absolutely love, love, love these booties! Very stylish and comfortable!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Women's WL801 Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Love these shoes!!!!!!!! I'm a school teacher and I wear them everyday?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Converse Unisex Chuck Taylor All Star Low Top White Sneakers - 5.5 D(M) US; Brand: ; Review: Love, love, love my shoes!!!!! And this was the best price I found!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Core Ox; Brand: ; Review: Love, love, love my shoes!!!!! And this was the best price I found!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Converse Unisex Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Top Sneaker Shoes Navy Blue (7.5); Brand: ; Review: Love, love, love my shoes!!!!! And this was the best price I found!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Canvas Low Top Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Love, love, love my shoes!!!!! And this was the best price I found!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The North Face Borealis Backpack; Brand: The North Face; Review: Absolutely adore this bag! My highschooler uses it for classes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever Womens Celebrity Inspired Plain Ruched Polo Crop Top Skirt 2 Piece Set; Brand: Forever; Review: Awesome outfit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: eshion Women High Heel Strap Sandal Ankle Open Toe Platform Pump Shoes; Brand: ; Review: They fit great and tgey look sexy. They smell though. Know be of like a rubber smell. But I love them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MICHAEL Michael Kors Signature Tote; Brand: MICHAEL Michael Kors; Review: I love love love my bag what else can you say! Michael Kors knows how to make handbags!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Michael Kors Grayson Medium Satchel - Vanilla; Brand: Michael Kors; Review: I adore this bag!!!!!! Perfect size and looks very stylish with any outfit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Men's and Women's Baya Clog; Brand: ; Review: Still love them though even though they're just little bit big!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MICHAEL Michael Kors Mk Logo Zip Around Continental Wallet; Brand: MICHAEL Michael Kors; Review: Absolutely love my new wallet! It's the perfect size and it's very stylish!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Women's Rumblers 2 Strap Slide Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: The shoe fits very nicely and looks great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spenco Women's Siesta Slide Mule; Brand: Spenco; Review: The fit is great! And it does make my feet feel little bit better!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sunbeam Reversible Sherpa/Mink Throw Blanket; Brand: Sunbeam; Review: Love my coat electric throw. The only downfall is the way the cord and controller are positioned. A little awkward. But I still love it on the cold Michigan winter evenings!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Animal Upright Vacuum Cleaner, Purple/Iron; Brand: Dyson; Review: This is the second Dyson vac I've had and I LOVE IT!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: USB Portable Cool Mist Humidifier with Color LED Light and Timed auto shutdown,white; Brand: 11years; Review: At first I didn't understand that all you need to do to turn it off and on was to "bump" it...give it a gentle jiggle. I use this in my office and it's lovely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tea Forte ICON Stainless Steel Loose Leaf Tea Infuser; Brand: Tea Forte; Review: It's lovely, sturdy, and functional! I am very happy with this purchase. The stainless steel is heavier than expected. The green parts appear to be silicone and are odorless. The holes are very small making use of finely cut tea possible. It is easy to open and close (I have rheumatoid arthritis and that's important for me.) The only, albeit minor, negative comment I can make is that it is a bit difficult to clean. Wet tea clings to the tiny top of the pyramid and it takes some coaxing. I would buy again and am thinking about giving them as gifts to my tea drinking friends and family.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pantry Elements Silicone Cupcake Liners/Baking Cups - 12 Vibrant Muffin Molds in Storage Jar; Brand: Pantry Elements; Review: These are pretty and seem heavy-duty. They are larger than regular size cupcakes and you can certainly use them by placing them on a cook sheet as they will stand alone. I had a little trouble at first getting them to cleanly release the cupcakes, but after a little practice we got better at it. They are odor-free, too, in case you are wondering. Love the bright, happy colors. I probably could have gone with a smaller size, but the kids love the extra large cupcakes!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Known Devil; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Gustainis Page; Review: A good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Known Devil; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Gustainis Page; Review: A good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster Hunter Nemesis; Author: Visit Amazon's Larry Correia Page; Review: Decent author and I love his work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Song: Book 1 of Raven's Shadow; Author: Visit Amazon's Anthony Ryan Page; Review: Good dark military coming of age type story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swords of Exodus (Dead Six); Author: Visit Amazon's Larry Correia Page; Review: Larry Correia is not a great writer, but he is very enjoyable and I like his work. A new book is generally purchased quickly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tower Lord: Book 2 of Raven's Shadow; Author: Visit Amazon's Anthony Ryan Page; Review: In his second book he improves on the first. They need to make him more available in the states.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Red-Rose Chain (October Daye); Author: Visit Amazon's Seanan McGuire Page; Review: I just like her stories and writing style.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House Immortal; Author: Visit Amazon's Devon Monk Page; Review: Good solid book. I like the author and will generally read a new one shortly after it comes out.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Neverwhere: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Neil Gaiman Page; Review: I am a big fan of Neil Gaiman. I have been hooked since Sandman #1. This book was the turning point for me. I still love him as an author, but he is what he is. I did really like this book, but having read his previous stuff when we hit the angel my mind said bad guy. Yup angels are bad. Neil has become predictable in his own way. For a new fan, this book will be much better than it was for me. Still for me it was excellent.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blinding Knife (Lightbringer); Author: Visit Amazon's Brent Weeks Page; Review: I really like this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Broken Eye (Lightbringer); Author: Visit Amazon's Brent Weeks Page; Review: I am just really enjoying the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fold: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Clines Page; Review: I really enjoyed this one.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Awaken Online: Catharsis (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Travis Bagwell Page; Review: Not a great book, but I really enjoyed it. It was fun and I am looking forward to the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lunar Marked (Sky Brooks Series) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's McKenzie Hunter Page; Review: Not the best but by no means bad.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magic Born; Author: Visit Amazon's Caethes Faron Page; Review: Good but not great. I will be reading the second one.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Awaken Online: Precipice (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Travis Bagwell Page; Review: I am still enjoying this series, and am waiting for more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hemingway Didn't Say That: The Truth Behind Familiar Quotations; Author: Visit Amazon's Garson O'Toole Page; Review: Better than I thought it would be.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Junkyard Druid: A New Adult Urban Fantasy Novel (The Colin McCool Paranormal Suspense Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's M.D. Massey Page; Review: Good, not the best, but I am reading the next one....; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: If You Could See What I See; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Lamb Page; Review: This was a great read. I loved her message and as always her fun characters in this story. I recommend this for everyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curby; Author: Visit Amazon's Adrian Del Valle Page; Review: When I read the information about this story, it interested me. However I was disappointed in the way the story line did not get fully explored and how poor the writing was. I thought it was not worth reading.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Best to Laugh: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Lorna Landvik Page; Review: It was one of her best books. I loved all the characters and their stories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nightingale: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristin Hannah Page; Review: I loved this book! The story stayed with me for days after I had finished it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Very Best Friend; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Lamb Page; Review: As always Cathy Lamb has written a great story. I really enjoyed this one- it made me laugh and cry. I really hated when the book ended, I felt like I lost some great friends.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Take Me With You; Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Ryan Hyde Page; Review: I loved the author's description of the emotions of all the characters. I felt like I could see it. The story was just so sweet and wonderful. I really enjoyed it. I read the whole book in a day- just couldn't put it down. I am now anxious to read more by this author.; 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 hated when this book was done. I feel like I know every character and I want to keep hearing about them. The author did a great job of letting us know Ove and come to love this funny, sweet, caring, old man. I laughed and cried with this book- you will love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Because of Lila; Author: Visit Amazon's Abbi Glines Page; Review: Overall the book was somewhat disappointing. It was a slow plot and the ending left me feeling let down- it was like the author lost interest and just decided to end it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Cliffdene Hotel; City: Newquay Cornwall England; Review: I booked this Hotel on Booking.com for a discounted price which was great as was looking for a budget holiday. The hotel is easy to find as you can"t miss it's faux tutor frontage. The car park is a little small comprising of about 8 car parking spaces when there is atleast 60 rooms in the hotel. But as it is directly outside its not too much of an issue. Directly opposite there is probably five minute decent to a decent sized beach but a good accent up some steps. On arrival the staff were very friendly and very inviting and continued to be like this for the whole duration of the stay. One of the younder chaps was very good. He was very chatty and very helpful. They asked if I wanted to pay now or at the end of my stay and if it was the same details as those I used to book. I wasn't needed for the payment and set by a reciept for me to pick up when settled in. The room we chose was a double and was pretty small but there was enough room to move about. The room was pretty bare on the facilities. We had a small Tv which did have freeview but it maybe needed to be a bit bigger as it was pretty hard to see what you were doing if you were sat at the top of the bed. There was a small chair that you could sit on so that you were sat at the side baord. It was very wobbly and felt really unstable that I didn't like to sit on it unless I was making tea. A standard kettle in the room and a small hair dryer which I didn't use. The side board had a good mirror and a small over light ewth a shavers plug attached. The shower room was pretty small but the shower was nice. It did take a little time to warm up and at first we didn't know if there was any hot water. The towel rail was heated but got very hot by night time I did catch my elbow on it a couple of times and it stung. A potential burn hazard? The towels were a little on the small side The heater was on high so was like sauna walking in but this easily sorted by turning it down. The bed was solid and wasn't the most comfortable place to sleep but it was a good sized double. We didn't have the breakfast or drink from the bar as all the food shops are only 5 minutes walk up the road. We did want to have a drink from the bar but as we found as a regular occurance in the area they didn't take card. This put me off. We also had a do not disturb sign up until about 10am but as we found out that this meant that our room was not tidied. I wasn't too fussed as this meant that our stuff wouldn't have; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vrissaki Beach Hotel; City: Protaras Paralimni Famagusta District; Review: We arrived rather late to the hotel but we were still greeted with a light bright hotel. The water fountain was still going. The staff greeted us with smiles and sorted out our accommodation. They took our passports over night to complete the booking in which I found nice not having to deal with the stress of standing there for a period of time. We were offered a complimentary drink when we arrived but I wasn't sure if this was because we were given All inclusive bands when we are only half board. (Only a small mix up and was sorted the next day) We got to our room and I was very impressed with it. The ambiance was fantastic. there is a funky blue light which lights the room quite well if you want a little mood lighting. would have been quite cool if it had changed colour. My friend whom I was travelling with commented saying that the room was nicer then the room she had stayed at in the 4/5* hotel next door. The balcony was quite small but a good size for just two people but it was over looked a little but this is fine as long as you don't mind the people next door to you. We had a great view out towards sea and in towards land from our balcony and at the time of year we went (April) it was the perfect spot to see both sun rise and sun set, Breakfast always smelt so good. you had a large choice from fruit to cake and cereal to 3 kinds of eggs. the bacon was not like the British bacon but I soon fell in love with it and I now miss it. they have fresh orange juice and tea and coffee there as well as other drinks. I was fairly impressed with the breakfast. We only ate lunch once as we exchanged a missed meal for it. It was a Good deal as it was Easter Sunday lunch and so all the meat was cooked on the BBQ. it was a very good selection of hot and cold foods. Salads were also included. From this I concurred that the lunch was very similar to the dinner. Now 90% of the time dinner was fantastic. The food fell to pieces in your mouth and I even ate things I didn't like it was that good. The puddings were all in wide variety but being a cook by trade I did analyse it a bit and even though I know people in other countries make British food differently I couldn't get my palette around it. A lot of the puddings were either not cooked properly or were drowned in syrup which unless you have a serious sweet tooth can make you cringe a little. Certain pudding dishes you thought might be nice were not so nice but I do recommend the Caramel cake. This was my favourite of them all. The staff were so good to us in the restaurant. Panicos, Nina and one of; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xenos Kamara Beach; City: Argassi Zakynthos Ionian Islands; Review: I haven't actually been to this hotel for a few year but my mum and grandmother went back for the 11th time this year. George is an amazing person. He runs this hotel so well and is always there to help out. The reception staff are just as good and will always be ready to help out when ever needed. The hotel is sitting directing just off the beach and isn't massive but it is a lovely places to watch the sun set or the wall a few thunder storms go by. The food is cooked very well and is very nice. They are always good sizes. The prices are about right for the area so no complaints there. The rooms are a good size and even though the beds can feel like hard rocks like a lot of European beds, you get used to them and are actually quite comfortable. The hotel is a short walk from the centre of Argassi and the resaurants. The Stars restaurant is just across the road, also very yummy. Disabled access if needs be. I just love this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lavender Lodge; City: Chester Cheshire England; Review: I chose this place because I fell in love with it the minute I saw pictures of it. This stunning Edwardian semi-detached house is wonderfully done in such a way that it hold its roots but it also very modern. We arrived quite late but Fredericka, our host didn't mind. She was very cheerful and greeted us so. I was quite tired and stressed from a long drive but this didn't bother her. I found this very welcoming and very refreshing. It calmed me down quite well. I had requested a decent view for my stay and she admitted messing up a little bit but she showed us 2 rooms, a smaller one that was really quite cute, with a red and cream theme, it looked cosy but we chose the larger of the two rooms. This looked out the back and even though it looked onto next doors back garden, which wasn't very nice, the rest was great, I felt in a completely different world. The room was light and wonderfully warm on arrival. There were two beds, a double and a smaller single bed. This made the room feel a little smaller but I wasn't bothered. It was good for my fiancé to sit on the other bed and sleep in if I was keeping him awake, which I did. There was a TV in there with free view channels and it was only a small one but perfectly adequate. There was a wardrobe and draws so if you were staying for a little while you have places to put your clothes. On top of the draws was the tea making stuff. It was only a little kettle but again perfectly fine for what we wanted. There wasn’t any shortage of tea bags or coffee sachets which was good. We were told about the little folder with all the information in and various other things that were local which as helpful. We had an en-suite bathroom, which was quite small but I wasn't fussed about this point. The shower I found a little tight, I kept knocking the handle and so I kept getting hit with cold water. A little shock to the system. It was a really sensitive temperature so if you moved it just a little bit you’d either be to hot or too cold depending on your tastes. Once I got it right though, I loved it. I could have stayed there all day. The little collection of bathroom stuff was a really nice touch, especially the free shower cap and the facial wipes. I liked the lights around the mirror as you could use these for lighting instead of the main light, it gave it a nice atmosphere. The hot towel rail also was a great addition. The bed was a good size and even though, for my personal tastes I found it quite soft, my fiancé said it was too hard so I’m sure it is just fine and depends on people personal ideas about how a bed should feel. There was a mattress topper; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Coach House; City: Brecon Brecon Beacons National Park Wales; Review: I picked this due to wanting to splash out for my anniversary and I can honestly say that this stay will be for me for a very long time and would certainly go back again. The look on arrival was unexpected but pleasant. I didn't think it would be so close to the main road but this doesnt take away from the charm and elegance of the building. The building itself blends in well with the town making it seem less like a hotel but more like a home stay. Walking through the main door (which is separate from the guest entrance) leads straight from a little porch in a light spacious room containing tables and reception. The tables were all wonderfully set up. Kayt, the owner, came in before we even got to the reception desk greeting us with a massive great big smile. The whole room was exceptionally clean and wonderfully elegantly decorated for the Christmas period. We were offered a hot drink to settle in before we signed any papers. The room we were in was spacious and warm. The curtains were thick and along with the wood shutters on the inside of the window, all the light was kept out, making the morning wonderfully dark. The coffee and tea selection was good and the bottle of water, being refreshed daily, was a wonderful touch. The bathroom was a good size and the array of toiletries blew my mind. I have never seen so many choices in bottle to pamer myself with! They covered everything from dry hands to removing makeup. The fagrances for the bottles were pleasant as well. The rooms were wonderfully warm. The TV access was really good as well, with access to NowTv and Netflix, if you own it. The breakfast menu selection was good showing a good mix of English and Welsh favourites. Cereals were also supplied and a fresh fruit salad along with toast. We also had banana bread. There was also yogurt at breakfast. Tea and coffee and orange juice were also supplied. Kayt was helpful, supplying walking books and very knowledgeable about the area. She was also interested in what we had done the day before or what we had planned for the day. this made me feel very much at home. I am also glad no one minded me wearing my slippers to breakfast! I would like to say rounding up my whole experience that it was pleasant and cheerful and absolutely wonderful. I would recommend The Coach House to anyone who would love a romantic weekend away in the mountains.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Cross Justice (Alex Cross); Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: Another good one from Patterson. Keep them coming. Reading NYPD 4 now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cross Justice: (Alex Cross 23) - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: Another good one from Patterson. Keep them coming. Reading NYPD 4 now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Black Echo (Harry Bosch); Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Connelly Page; Review: Chapters are too long which means a reader cannot quickly put it down and return to reading. More like Patterson's format?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Private Paris: (Private 11); Author: Howard Hughes; Review: Good story. Back to the level PAtterson has written before.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Mile; Author: ; Review: As always, interesting and gripping. More?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Black Book; Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: One of the best. Keep them coming.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Private: Gold (Bookshots); Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: Always enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fix (Memory Man series); Author: Visit Amazon's David Baldacci Page; Review: Waiting for more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Cliff Keen E58 Headgear; Brand: Cliff Keen; Review: Straps fell apart pretty quick.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sub Sports Mens Long Sleeve Compression Top Base Layer Vest; Brand: Sub Sports; Review: Seams started coming undone after a few washes.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cliff Keen E58 Headgear; Brand: Cliff Keen; Review: Straps fell apart pretty quick.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sub Sports Mens Compression Running Shorts Trunks Briefs Knee Length Base Layer; Brand: Sub Sports; Review: I have some Sub Sports compression shirts and I feel that they are good value for the price, but these shorts missed the mark. They were very poorly designed and ride up my thighs which require constant adjustment.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sub Sports Mens Graduated Compression Long Sleeve Top Vest Running Recovery; Brand: Sub Sports; Review: I've purchased multiple Sub Sports products and always seem to have issues with proper sizing. After spending time to research the reviews I was hoping I got the sizing right on this Sub Sports RX compression shirt. Despite following recommendations the sizing was way off. Disappointed :(; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Under Armour Men's HeatGear Solo No-Show Socks (3 Pairs); Brand: Under Armour; Review: Comfortable socks but the heel slips off.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sub Sports Mens Graduated Compression Short Sleeve Top Vest Running Recovery; Brand: Sub Sports; Review: Started piling already after 1 wash. I own several of these but with this last order seems as if the quality has gone down.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Lithia Springs Resort; City: Ashland Oregon; Review: I highly recommend a stay @ Lithia Springs Resort. The rooms are beautifully appointed and with soaking tubs. The healing waters of the Lithia spring that run through the resort calm the spirit. The grounds are filled with beautiful gardens. The resort is in close approximation to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and many wonderful wineries. This was our second visit and I can't wait for the next!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swan Hotel; City: Port Townsend Washington; Review: We stayed in the main building. The room was a bit cozy, but the bed was comfortable and the staff very welcoming and helpful. The hotel is located next to Pt Hudson and walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Pt Townsend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle; City: Seattle Washington; Review: We greatly enjoyed our stay at Hotel Monaco! The staff are friendly, the rooms are comfortable and nicely decorated. We were upgraded to premier suite because our tim was not ready upon arrival. We enjoyed the complimentary wine happy hour! We also enjoyed appetizers in the hotel restaurant Outlier where the manager treated us to a cocktail of our choice as we were celebrating our 1 yr wedding anniversary! We will definitely stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Seattle Woodinville WA; City: Woodinville Washington; Review: We enjoyed our stay at The Hampton Inn in Woodinville. After a day of wine tasting and then attending a concert at St Michelle Winery we had a great nights sleep and wonderful breakfast at the Hampton Inn. We will definitely stay here again and will recommend The Hampton Inn to our family and friends!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay; City: Montego Bay Saint James Parish Jamaica; Review: We were looking forward to our stay at Secrets Wild Orchid and are leaving a bit disappointed with our stay. The rooms and amenities are great and the food at the World Cafe buffet is wonderful but the dinners we had at the Mexican and French restaurants was not good. We ordered the jerk pork chop which was overcooked and so hot from the seasoning we couldn't eat it. We ordered what was supposed to be filet mignon at the French restaurant and it looked to be flank steak layered three high to try to look like a filet and wad strewn with fatty grissel. Upon check in we were ushered to the concierge desk to receive our coupons for resort credits. We were then asked if we would be interested in dinner on the beach for $300, we declined, then was offered dinner for $240, or we could take a 90 min tour of the property and have the dinner at no charge, which being this is an all inclusive resort we found this a bit odd. We showed up for our tour the next day. We were ushered into another office on the property which was filled with other couples, long story short it was a high pressured sales pitch to purchase a preferred membership in the property chain. Once they asked for our identification and to see our credit card they said the presentation would last 3-4 hrs. We got up and excused our selves. For the next two days the employee who signed us up for the tour continued to call our room to offer us other incentives. My husband told her four different times that we were not interested before she left us alone. So, all this being said it is a beautiful property with great beaches and pools and it is a fun environment. Just prepare to give a firm NO when asked to tour the property. We were informed by another guest that there are levels of membership ranging from $8,000-25,000!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Couples Negril; City: Negril Westmoreland Parish Jamaica; Review: We had a wonderful stay at Couples Negril! We felt welcome by everyone. The food was amazing, the room was comfortable and the entertainment was a blast. We were lucky enough to be staying at the resort during their 19th anniversary and do they know how to throw a party! The employees worked day and night to create this amazing event. The lobby was recreated with ice sculptures, bars, beautifully displayed appetizers and a reggae band in the driveway. We were so impressed with the props and food stations and more ice sculptures around the pool deck. There was so much to choose from in food options and the food was five star! There was even a room dedicated to desserts! We called that room chocolate heaven!! The evening was complete with world renouned reggae musicians and dancing! We hope to return for the 20th anniversary! We enjoyed sailing the hobicats and had a wonderful time on the sunset catamaran sail, it is a must! We feel we made friends at the resort with Shakur and Loretta, they made us feel at home! We can not wait for our next visit! It is definitely worth the drive there from the airport!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: FRYE Women's Veronica Slouch Boot; Brand: ; Review: I had been stalking these boots for about a year, on the fence about spending that much money, and worried that they wouldn't fit my hefty calves. I finally ordered them because Amazon had such a fantastic price plus free shipping and returns. I normally wear a size 8, but after reading so many reviews, I ordered a 8 1/2. I am so glad I did because they fit perfect. Even though it's 90 degrees outside, I have been wearing them for two days and they are so comfortable, twelve hours a day is no problem. I even have room for my skinny jeans but leggings look the best. They are very easy to put on and take off and are already molding around my feet. They don't even bother my bunion at all. I have gotten THREE compliments already from total strangers. I bought Frye Carmen two years ago and I love those too and they still look great. Frye boots are so well-made, the leather smells wonderful, and they last for years. If you are thinking about purchasing the Veronica Slouch, don't hesitate, just do it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FRYE Women's Veronica Slouch Boot; Brand: ; Review: I had been stalking these boots for about a year, on the fence about spending that much money, and worried that they wouldn't fit my hefty calves. I finally ordered them because Amazon had such a fantastic price plus free shipping and returns. I normally wear a size 8, but after reading so many reviews, I ordered a 8 1/2. I am so glad I did because they fit perfect. Even though it's 90 degrees outside, I have been wearing them for two days and they are so comfortable, twelve hours a day is no problem. I even have room for my skinny jeans but leggings look the best. They are very easy to put on and take off and are already molding around my feet. They don't even bother my bunion at all. I have gotten THREE compliments already from total strangers. I bought Frye Carmen two years ago and I love those too and they still look great. Frye boots are so well-made, the leather smells wonderful, and they last for years. If you are thinking about purchasing the Veronica Slouch, don't hesitate, just do it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sak Indio Crochet Satchel Bag; Brand: The Sak; Review: The purse overall is nice, just kinda slouchy and lumpy with my things in it. Though packaged nicely, I feel it was a previous return because the zipper was unzipped with MATERIAL CAUGHT IN IT! I almost sent it back immediately, (I had read another review where someone did send it back because the zipper was caught). However, hubby calmed me down and worked on it, freed it and now it works fine. I was going to get an additional color, but changed my mind after seeing it in person. I wish I would have done my research as they are cheaper on E-Bay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Leigh Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: These were super cute and so light. Unfortunately, they were too snug for my size 8 feet, and I am afraid the nine would be too large, so back to Amazon. I wish they would have worked.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KEEN Women's Presidio Shoe; Brand: ; Review: These did not last long before sole came apart from shoe! No more Keens for me.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's Long Sleeve Cool Dri T-Shirt UPF 50+ (Pack of 2); Brand: ; Review: Hubby absolutely loves these. No sunburn and cooling!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ASICS Women's GEL-Foundation 8 Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Very comfortable for my flat feet!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Leigh Leopard Print Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: These were soooo cute and I really wanted them to work, but were too large. The size under was too small, so I guess a half size person is just out of luck.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dansko Women's Marta Heeled Sandal; Brand: ; Review: Comfortable and cute shoes, and they work perfectly with my bunion, which is why I bought them! In fact, I got a black pair and a camel pair to go with everything. Well worth the bucks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Best Baltic Kaunas Hotel; City: Kaunas Kaunas County; Review: This lovely little hotel is situated about 50 metres from the main pedestrian thoroughfare. My wife and I had a four night stay in Nov 07 although the weather was not the best the hotel was warm and comfortable. We had a first floor standard room which had a comfortable king size double bed very nicely appointed bathroom with walk in shower and all that we could ask for really, for our short stay. The reception staff we found to be very helpful and most spoke very good English. The restaurant come bar area was very nice without being over flash and the staff were friendly once you got to know them. The buffet breakfast we found very good although maybe a little bit repetative and in the evening we ate most nights in the hotel and the food was very pleasent at very reasonable prices. Kaunas is a city still to waken up to the tourist industry but that in itself is quite charming. The Daniela Hotel we thoroughly recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Desert Rose Resort; City: Las Vegas Nevada; Review: My wife and myself stayed at the Desert Rose for a week in Nov. We arrived late on the Saturday and were checked in very quickly. Our first impressions of the reception and foyer area were it looked a bit tired and could do with a more modern facelift. Like wise when we we arrived at the room. The facilities in the one bedroom apartment were however very good with plenty of space in sitting room particularly. The kitchen facilities were also very good. We experienced a slight hic up with the power in the bathroom as it tripped a few times while we were there. For the non USA residents there is a reset button on the socket outlet in the bathroom which restores the power. The king size bed was very comfortable and the room servicing also very good. The free breakfeast is adequate to get you going and provided you can live with the paper plates and plastic cutlery its ok although a little repetitive. We found taking it back to your room a little more comfortable. The early evening drinks,nibbles and music are also quite fun again if you like your drink out of a plastic cup! Recommend the three day monorail ticket as decent value at $28. If you fancy a decent steak try Gallaghers in NYNY outstanding although not cheap. We found the lunch buffet in Mandalay Bay excellent value at $20 each also the revolving restaurant at top of Stratosphere worth visiting. The Desert Rose whilst not being in the same league as some of the big players such as the Bellagio does represent great value for money within a 10 min walk to the strip.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel BonSol Resort Spa; City: Illetes Calvia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: My wife and I spent a week at the Bon Sol from 13th to 20th May. From the moment we arrived the staff were very attentive and offered us a drink on the house as we waited for our room. The room was very comfortable with a lovely sea view from the balcony. The hotel layout is quite different from most as it is split into three distinctive sections all charming in their own way getting from one to another is by lifts and a couple of underpasses or indeed a pleasant walk down through the gardens. You have to negotiate crossing two raods this way but they were relatively quiet. The private beach and restaurant were great with plenty of space for sunbathing either at the sea or by the pools. You can eat at the beach restaurant as an alternative to the main dining room in the evening to be recommended at least a couple of times during your holiday. Breakfast was well presented buffet style with a very good range of food and your eggs cooked to order as you like them if you wish. The evening meal in the main dining room was semi formal - smart casual. Long trousers required for the men which may put some people off but all in all a very nice dining experience with waiter service and a good choice of food which you can mix and match from the main and gourmet menus at no extra cost. There was different entertainment every night although "Jimmi" appeared three nights out of the seven. Just as well we enjoyed his show and the dancing just finished off our night great fun. It is apparent speaking to other guests that this is a hotel that people just keep coming back to time after time. That in itself speaks volumes for the standard of service you receive from this family run establishment and the comfortable and elegant surroundings both in the public areas and the bedrooms. The only slight downside to this hotel is that it is situated on a pretty steep hill and getting down and back up from the local shops would be a challenge for anyone with walking difficulties. Otherwise fantastic. There is no doubt we will return in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel BonSol Resort Spa; City: Illetes Calvia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: My wife and I returned for our second visit to the Bon Sol in May. Initially I was slightly disappointed in my room due to its location and view compared to the one we had the year previously. However the room itself was very nice, spacious and comfortable albeit with little or no sea view. Looking on to the crazy golf putting course did nothing for me. The restaurant and table service for evening dining was very good and generally around the hotel all the services and facilities were excellent. I had a slight disagreement in the lounge on my first evening about the price of my alcoholic drink but that was quickly cleared up and I had no issues thereafter. There was entertainment in the lounge every night which may not be to everyone’s liking but we certainly enjoyed it. I would guess that 70% of the clientele are returning customers so that says a lot about the standard of the hotel. The majority of the clientele are middle aged and upwards just in case you were coming to disco. It is located on quite a steep hill for walking down and back to the local shops and pubs so if you have walking difficulties it would be quite a challenge. The hotel itself is quite quirky in that it is in three separate parts from the top of the hill down to the beach. There are lifts to negotiate this route and the beach area is very pleasant with alternative dining down there if the weather is favourable. Palma is 8km away and cost 1.5 euros on the local bus and drops you off about 100m down the road from the hotel however at busy times it could take you 40 mins to get to the centre of Palma due to traffic. All in all a very enjoyable break again at the Bon Sol. I have no doubt we will return again some time in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mediterranean Palace Hotel; City: Playa de las Americas Arona Tenerife Canary Islands; Review: Due to a family bereavement and 3 day delay we had to change hotels and plunked for the Palace. The exterior blue coloured decor did nothing to excite us when we arrived. We were warmly welcomed by the check in staff and offered a glass of bubbly. Check in was quick and efficient no complaints. Our room was overlooking the patio at the pool side of the hotel but our first impressions of the room were it was very dated and badly in need of a face lift. There is not a lot of room and its a bit of a squeeze to pass each other. The black furniture and gold trimmings were very 1980's or earlier and the general fabric of the room was mediocre. The bathroom was well equiped with two hand wash basins, bath with shower toilet and bidet. Again the decor just needed that wee bit effort to make it very nice. The chipped tiles and the quality of the tile grout and sealing around the bath area in particular let it down. This is a big hotel and the public areas spacious. The areas around the pools are all tiled with no greenery anywhere other than in plant pots. There is a sport bar and entertainment hall for bands and dancing which they had on every evening. The dining room is buffet service at all meals and we would say the food again being mediocre. Some days better than others and I got fed up eating half frozen fruit in the morning. The dining room at peak times can be a bit of a cattle market and I would advise either going early or late. As the week went on the place did grow on us a bit and overall we enjoyed our stay but it is not a place I would rush back to. Although we spoke to a few people who loved it and never go anywhere else. One good tip. The shop on the ground floor level has nice snack type food and drinks and the coffee is very good all at reasonable prices. The one thing this hotel does have going for it is the staff. Every one of them was very helpful, courteous and friendly and we just couldn't fault them for their hospitality.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Club i Pini Residenza D Epoca; City: Lido Di Camaiore Camaiore Province of Lucca Tuscany; Review: We spent a week at this hotel in June 2014. In some ways it has a certain charm and the welcome we received on our arrival was very warm and genuine. The decor has an artistic theme going back to the original owner Chini however I feel the need to upgrade the basic fabric of the place is long overdue in my opinion it is very tired. Our room was very basic with an en-suite shower room 1.3 metres square that's about 4 feet sq in old money. It was classed as a wet room and I can tell you everything was wet after a shower. We were given exclusive access to another shower room across the hallway which we had to use but not much privacy when you have another three bedrooms adjacent to ours. The resident ants in our room also did not add to the luxury feel. The good points were the evening meal in the garden restaurant with waitress's Anna and Laura just terrific. The 4 course meal at €25 each was good value with two choices each evening and a change every evening. The breakfast also served in the garden was was ok but no better than mediocre in my opinion. Overall we enjoyed our stay in Lido di Camiore and reading previous reviews on this hotel you would have it as a 5 star establishment however in our opinion this place does not live up to the hype and is most certainly a 3 star hotel nothing more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Buen Provecho; City: Hamilton, NJ; Review: I got a to go order. You really can feel the family vibe here. I ended up waiting a few minutes and the employees were very friendly. And I was offered a seat while I waited. As for food, I got a shrimp trifongo. It was a tad bit salty and I added a little heat for myself but otherwise it was VERY tasty. Also I got a queso frito with guava sauce. I don't even need to tell you that was good. Even though it was not super hot by the time I got home it was super flavorful and the cheese was tasty. Lastly but not least... The flan.... Get the coconut flan. Omg.... If I'm in the vacinity I'll be back. Actually it's good enough that I might just make sure I'm in the vacinity.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ploy Siam; City: Westampton, NJ; Review: I was very excited to see a Thai spot open up near me and it was very satisfying. I had the Pad See Ew and the Thai Veggie Rolls. The staff I interacted with was very nice. The asked me about heat levels and asked me if egg was okay since I ordered veggie everything. I appreciated that. I will definitely return.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nail Cafe; City: Haddonfield, NJ; Review: This is definitely my new nail spot. I've only been twice and they've won me over. I've seen two different nail tech and had a great experience both times. Everyone has been very friendly thus far plus they do great work. The two times I've been there I got exactly what I wanted. I got a dip manicure both times and they looked great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nail Splash; City: Willingboro, NJ; Review: Umm don't go here. I cracked my nail and needed a repair. I don't live very close to my normal nail spot. I was also short on time. So I decided to go to a new nail spot. Don't go here. Just don't. He's what you will end up with: Thin nails. Nails so thin you will see the color through the back side of your nails. Uneven, thin nails. The wrong color potentially. Gunk all over your hands. And uneven dip manicure because they dip all your nails randomly and also because you'll be expected to dip them yourself. This is not a test. Don't go here. I gave them one star because I didn't wait and they were nice more or less. Do I hate my nails? No. Because I love the color and the glitter in the shade hides most of the issues. Now perhaps if you're more outspoken you can avoid some of these issues. But honestly still thinking about coming here? Don't.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hên Vietnamese Eatery; City: Cherry Hill, NJ; Review: I had a very good takeout meal from here... The food was tasty and it was packaged well. I had the vitamese crepe (bahn xeo?) and a bahn mi with eggplant. And once again both were good. The one thing I didn't care for was I got a dish that was ordered vegetarian but had meat in it. And honest mistake I'm sure but....not ideal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LesbiVeggies; City: Audubon , NJ; Review: Super tasty! In order from good to awesome: 1. Birria tacos were super good...I'm not the biggest jackfruit fan but a little squirt of lime in the veg consume and I enjoyed it. 7/10 2. Truffle potatoes smelled very truffle-y. Well seasoned. Some might have need a few more minutes in the oven but overall, a very substantial tasty side. 7/10 3. The BRUSSEL sprouts...So damn good. Sweet glaze, caramelized shallots...also maybe a tad more cook time just so they could get a little more toasty but 9/10. I would (and will) come back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dulce Artisanal Pastry; City: Collingswood, NJ; Review: Um no. They have a lot interesting looking desserts but I got a inedible rice pudding and edible but old tasting cheesecake. Perhaps it was the time of day I went and I really want to support a small business but I would NOT go back.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Makita GA4530 4-1/2-Inch Angle Grinder,Makita,GA4530" />; Brand: Makita; Review: using it for my welding classes and about to get into the welding field. This comes in handy for getting out slag(protective shielding and metal).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3M 8515HA1-A-PS Welding Valved Respirator; Brand: 3M; Review: could fit more snug around the mouth and nose, conforming and cushion perhaps would be good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: P-38 Can Opener and P-51 Can Opener; Brand: US Shelby Co; Review: got to work with it a little, but where would you be without it.. great thing to have in a little cubby, in your car, on your keychain, backpack for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frostfire 16 Bright LED Wireless Solar Powered Motion Sensor Light (Weatherproof, no batteries required); Brand: Frostfire; Review: Got it for my dad last christmas and he loves it. great for that added security; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CBConcept UL Listed, 20 Feet, 2100 Lumen, Blue, Dimmable, 110-120V AC Flexible Flat LED Strip Rope; Brand: CBconcept; Review: nice looking color effect. nice background lighting. looks cool; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CBconcept UL Listed, 20 Feet, 2100 Lumen, 4000K Soft White, Dimmable, 110-120V AC Flexible Flat LED Strip Rope; Brand: CBconcept; Review: nice looking color effect. nice background lighting. looks cool; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Browns, Mayfield sunk by miscues in loss to Seahawks; Abstract: Baker Mayfield threw three interceptions and the Browns came up short in the second half as they fell to 2-4 after a loss to the Seahawks.; Category: sports
Title: Terrell Owens trolls Cowboys, Jason Garrett after loss to Jets; Abstract: The former Cowboys receiver called Garrett the "same old song and dance," and said the team's calls late in the game were too predictable.; Category: sports
Title: 15 top luxury SUVs that will keep you pampered during fall; Abstract: Top luxury SUVs for the fall; Category: autos
Title: Boxer Patrick Day dies after suffering traumatic brain injury in super welterweight fight; Abstract: Boxer Patrick Day, 27, died on Wednesday after being knocked out against Charles Conwell on Saturday. He had surgery and had been in a coma.; Category: sports
Title: 'Why Women Kill' Renewed for Season 2: Watch Lucy Liu in Juicy Finale Sneak Peek; Abstract: ET exclusively debuts a first look from Thursday's episode.; Category: tv
Title: Hield unloads, says Kings must make better offer or else; Abstract: Kings guard Buddy Hield said he feels undervalued by the organization and hinted he might demand a trade.; Category: sports
Title: Dominick Reyes calls out Jon Jones after demolishing Chris Weidman with first round TKO; Abstract: Dominick Reyes is ready for his title shot after making quick work of Chris Weidman in the UFC on ESPN 6 main event from Boston.; Category: sports
Title: Father of Atatiana Jefferson takes legal action regarding memorial services for slain daughter; Abstract: This story has been updated with information about next week's scheduled funeral. The father of Atatiana Jefferson has taken legal action to halt her funeral and burial. According to court documents that were signed by a judge Friday, Marquis Jefferson was granted a restraining order against the family. The court order states Marquis has full authority of Atatiana's internment services. Marquis held a news conference Friday evening. During the...; Category: news
Title: McGee's mindset on viral dunk: 'Forget the pain, I'm gonna go get these buckets'; Abstract: Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee describes his mindset on his viral dunk against the Golden State Warriors.; Category: sports
Title: TV Shows Ending in 2020; Abstract: ; Category: tv
Title: Patrick Beverley, fined $25K for throwing ball, shares heartfelt DM from fans who caught it; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Diddy files legal paperwork to change his name (again); Abstract: Diddy is feeling the "love" these days, and he wants his name to reflect that.; Category: music
Title: Astros fire assistant GM for 'inappropriate comments'; Abstract: The Astros fired assistant general manager Brandon Taubman on Thursday afternoon.; Category: news
Title: Nunn sets NBA record as Heat beat Hawks 106-97; Abstract: Miami beat Atlanta 106-97 on Thursday night, giving the Heat two wins over the Hawks in three days.; Category: sports
Title: Watch Naomi Campbell Deadlift 105 Pounds Like It's No Biggie; Abstract: Reminder: She's 49.; Category: health
Title: Google to buy Fitbit for $2.1 billion to boost hardware; Abstract: Alphabet Inc.'s Google agreed to buy smartwatch maker Fitbit Inc. for $2.1 billion in cash, a move that could shore up the internet giant's hardware business while also potentially increasing antitrust scrutiny. Fitbit shares jumped 17%.; Category: finance
Title: Trailer - Bloodshot; Abstract: Trailer 1; Category: movies
Title: Evander Holyfield's son wins pro boxing debut in 16 seconds; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: New York Senator Chuck Schumer Mocks Trump Making Florida His New Home, Donald Jr. Fires Back; Abstract: "New York, New York. If you can make it there, you can make it anywhere... Trump can't," Schumer tweeted.; Category: news
Title: Oklahoma officer convicted of 2nd-degree murder; Abstract: OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) A jury on Monday found an Oklahoma City police officer guilty of second-degree murder in the shooting death of a suicidal man who was threatening to set himself on fire. The jury deliberated about 5½ hours before finding Sgt. Keith Sweeney guilty in the Nov. 15, 2017, death of 29-year-old Dustin Pigeon and recommending a 10-year prison sentence. Second-degree murder is punishable by 10 years to life in prison. Sweeney was...; Category: news
Title: Greg Hardy loses UFC fight in Moscow; Abstract: Former Panthers and Cowboys defensive end Greg Hardy had another UFC fight today in Moscow, and it did not go well. Hardy was matched up with one of the UFC's top heavyweights, the Russian Alexander Volkov, and Volkov picked him apart for an easy victory. It was a unanimous decision, with all three judges awarding [more]; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Inblue 2-Pieces Stainless-Steel I Love You Black & Love Gold Heart Pendant His & Hers Charm Set With 20; Brand: INBLUE; Review: I thought the pendants would be larger. I ordered these as a Christmas gift for myself and my girlfriend. When they finally arrived this week, I was very disappointed in not only the size but the length of the chains that came. They were not long at all. I will have to go and buy new chains for them as the length of the chains make these very hard to wear. The seller sent an additional chain but its plastic and not long either.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cyqun Fashion Furious Brave Mens Cross Pendant Necklace Chain Crystal Silver 24" Cool; Brand: Cyqun; Review: I just received this package and even though I knew it wouldn't be of the same quality nor metal as the chain in Fast and Furious, I was disappointed in the length of the chain. I like the style but I thought the chain would be longer. I can't even wear it because its basically a choker. I thought it would at least be long enough for the cross to hang mid chest level. With me using the extender chain, the bottom of the cross rests at the top of my chest. Just thought it would be longer. I mean, I understand that the cost was fairly cheap but was still hoping for better quality product.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: H2H Mens Casual Slim Fit Henley T-Shirt Long Sleeve of Various Styles; Brand: H2H; Review: I needed to find a shirt for an outfit to wear for my birthday. I found this shirt online and wasn't sure but I liked the photos and the color works with my shoes. Once it arrived, I immediately tried it on. It is a great fit and looks just like the photo. Comfortable and breathable, I think it will be great for my concert. As long as it holds up in the wash, I will be ordering more in various colors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEE Men's Big-Tall Dungarees Performance Cargo Short; Brand: ; Review: The material is different but I wasn't expecting them to be so breathable and light. They are comfortable and I definitely will order another pair.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Besteel 3-8 PCS Mens Womens Wood Necklace Chain Bracelets 108 Buddhist Strand Wood Prayer Beads Sandalwood Link Wrist; Brand: Besteel; Review: Love the colors and the ordered the bracelets to go with an outfit for a concert. I have been wearing them individually and together. The only thing is that I have to make them go around 4 times and at times they can be a little tight but I like them and wear them loose or as a necklace. Thus far a great buy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Creative Recreation Men's adonis mid Fashion Sneaker; Brand: Creative Recreation; Review: I used the sizing online and they are accurate. They are a little loose at the heal but fit well otherwise. They are comfortable and the color is perfect. I didn't want to order a smaller size because I was told they may be tight if I order smaller. I will see how they hold up standing in them for 2 hours but thus far they have been comfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Too (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: K-9 (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pelican Brief (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eraser (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Reagans (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Passenger 57 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Boy! (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty Ducks (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Now (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Varsity Blues (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gilligan's Island: Season 1 (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Basic Ab Workout for Dummies (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Westin Washington National Harbor; City: National Harbor Maryland; Review: Good: We had a harbor view room so the view was outstanding! For the first time ever, we slept with the curtains open just to catch the great view in the morning. Good: Very comfortable bed! I have sciatic nerve and lower back issues so I get very little sleep in hotel beds; however, this bed was fantastic! It's a pillow-top mattress (12-3/4") and it was so soft. Not good for someone who prefers a firm bed though. Good: Very friendly staff. Good: Must use your room card to use elevator up to your room, so it gives a sense of security that not just anyone can wander around the hotel. Good: Love the dual shower head! I absolutely despise when the shower curtain touches me while I'm showering, but I didn't have a problem because the shower curtain rod is curved outward so the curtain never touched me once. Good: No sign of bed bugs in my room (529). Good: Room was very clean. Bad: No fridge/microwave in room. No vending machines in hotel. Either bring a cooler and non-perishable foods/snacks or you'll be forced to pay high prices for room service (or the Sauciety restaurant) or go out to eat. Bad: The Sauciety restaurant is not my cup of tea at all. The restaurant is nice, but the food is not very good for the price. We ate breakfast at the Sauciety once...the only part of my omelet that was semi-hot was the egg...the rest of it was cold. I wondered if someone put it in the microwave because it had "hot spots." Bad: At the price of the room, the internet should be included, not $9.95/day. Beware: If you check in with a debit card, you'll be charged upon check-in, rather than upon check-out. I've always used my debit card when reserving/checking in to hotels, and this was the first time I was charged upon check-in. Beware: If you use your laptop to access the internet in your room, and your child uses his/her iPod Touch to access the internet, you'll be charged for using BOTH the laptop AND the iPod Touch ($19.90/day, instead of $9.95/day). Beware: I read someone else's review before going and I learned that valet parking is $31/day so I parked my own car. The parking garage is very close so I strongly suggest you park your own car for only $11/day. Would I recommend this to a friend? Hmmmm...I HAVE to answer yes or no, so....I'll say yes; however, ONLY if they get a room with a harbor view, otherwise it's not worth the money.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Easton; City: Easton Talbot County Maryland; Review: Reserved a non-smoking room...my sister & I smoke but our 15- & 11-yr-old sons don't. The AC was broken so the front desk moved us...the only rooms left were smoking rooms. We tried one room but were flooded with an extremely strong smoke smell so we requested another room. The next room smelled a bit smokey, so we tried yet another room. That room had a "strange" smell but was tolerable. We put our luggage in the room and left for a few hours. Upon returning, none of our 4 room cards would open the door (and only 1 of our 4 cards worked to open the door that lead to the lobby). It was extremely frustrating going back and forth to the lobby several times that night since our cards worked only when they felt like working. The young man at the front desk told me that after changing our room, he forgot to change it in the computer, so he accidentally gave our room to other guests. He said the guests told him they looked through the window and saw suitcases & shoes so they knew the room was already occupied. I told the young man at the front desk that I didn't see how the guests could look through the window because the curtains were completely closed. He didn't comment. Our cards were "rekeyed" but still didn't work! As we tried to open the door, a family came out of the room next door. They informed me that the front desk gave them a card to my room and that they didn't realize it was already occupied until they opened the door and saw suitcases & shoes. I was STEAMED because the young man at the front desk lied to me...he said the guests looked through the window...he didn't say the guests actually opened my room door!! We had a few things of value in the room so we were very thankful that the family who was assigned to our room was honest and didn't take anything. We went back to the front desk to have the cards "rekeyed" (again) and the young man who assigned our room to other guests wasn't there. I complained to another gentleman and I asked for the manager. I was told the manager wasn't there but he'd be there in the morning. As I was checking out the next morning, I asked to see the manager. A very nice young lady told me that the manager wasn't there and she gave me a card containing the district manager's name/number. I called him and after telling him about the horrible night we had, he credited the entire cost back to my credit card (thank you to him for being so understanding!). For more than one reason, this was the worst stay in a hotel ever! Actually, it's not even a hotel...it's a motel...had I known that, I wouldn't have reserved a room. I had initially planned to stay at the Holiday Inn Express next door, but with my AAA discount at the Comfort Inn,; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Philadelphia at Penn s Landing; City: Philadelphia Pennsylvania; Review: Maybe not the best location if you plan to walk to see the historic sights. It seemed like we had walked a long way before seeing any of the sights. We were somewhat close to South Street and to the Bourse. I spent a lot of money on taxis because our feet were hurting after walking around, so we took a taxi back to the hotel. I chose this hotel because of the river view, but honestly, I didn't think the view was anything special. If we visit Philly again, I'd rather stay at a hotel that's more centrally located.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Regency Boston; City: Boston Massachusetts; Review: Staff was very pleasant and helpful, especially with explaining how the hop-on, hop-off trolley operates. Great location...just blocks away (definitely within walking distance) from many eateries and places to shop. Also, very close to the Boston Common. I have no complaints with the staff or the hotel itself (although it's very odd that registration & concierge are on the 3rd floor and we had to use 2 separate elevators to get from street level to registration to our room)...my only real complaint is the value. I don't have a problem for paying a lot for a city hotel, but for the price, I feel each room should have a fridge and microwave, and that the hotel should have snack & soda vending machines. The gift shop is extremely overpriced, especially for snacks and drinks!! We ended up walking to a nearby CVS to buy snacks and drinks to save money. A souvenir shot glass in other gift shops was $5 but the same shot glass was $10 in this hotel. The hotel was very clean and that's always a plus!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Denver Airport Convention Ctr; City: Denver Colorado; Review: Good: - Staff was pleasant. - Rock/waterfall decor was beautiful! - Hotel surprisingly quiet during our 3-night stay. - Comfortable bed/pillows...no back pain. - Shower...great water pressure. - Rounded shower curtain rod. - Free WIFI. Bad: $15 to watch a movie :-o Ugly: Nothing :-D; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Matthews East; City: Matthews North Carolina; Review: GOOD: - very comfy beds - very quiet/peaceful - friendly staff - clean hotel - great shower head/water pressure - curved shower curtain rod (so shower curtain never touches the person showering) - AAA store located next door - plenty of restaurants and stores along E. Independence - free wi-fi BAD: - only 1 elevator and it broke down (thankfully repaired quickly the next morning) UGLY: - location...can't make left turn (toward Charlotte) out of hotel, and the traffic was so bad each day of our stay that it took us at least 10 min just to head toward Charlotte, and about 20 more min to get to downtown Charlotte. FINAL NOTES: We would definitely stay at this hotel again! Since we stay at Holiday Inn Express every time we travel, I have a request for the person in charge of all Holiday Inn Express hotels (and I feel I speak for many other guests as well)...please stick to scrambled eggs...the folded egg with cheez whiz filling is pretty nasty. And thank you so much for providing free wi-fi at your hotels!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Pittsburgh South Side; City: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania; Review: Good: - friendly staff - John (the hotel's only shuttle driver)...outstanding personality! I don't know when he has time to eat or answer "nature's calls"...he's always on the go!! - very clean hotel - location great...most places we went were within walking and/or shuttle distance - free wi-fi - other reviews mentioned annoying trains at all hours but it didn't disturb us (and our room faced the tracks) Bad: - showers...Saturday (noon) - water was barely warm; Sunday (8:30 am) - water barely warm for approx 1 minute, then ICY COLD; Monday (8:00 am) - water was ok - shower water drained incredibly slow so I was standing in 6" of water the whole time - beds way too firm (I'm a side-sleeper so my hips hurt all night) UGLY: Lots of VERY LOUD young folks returning from the bars at 2:00 am...the young ladies across from room 501 very rudely held their room door open while yelling back and forth to each other for 5 minutes in the middle of the night...woke me up! TIPS: - If you prefer morning showers, I strongly suggest you stay elsewhere on weekends; it seems cold showers are the norm when the hotel is at full capacity on weekends FINAL NOTES: The friendly staff and the convenient shuttle service made our stay enjoyable. We would stay at this hotel again but not on a weekend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites Cumberland; City: Cumberland Maryland; Review: Conveniently located within a 5-min walk (or less) to Scenic Train Station. Also, a family movie was playing on a large screen behind the hotel (possibly every Sat night in summer)...short walk to buy popcorn. Canal towpath is behind hotel also, so we enjoyed a nice walk. Also nearby (maybe a 10-min walk) is Baltimore Street...bands play in the street (closed to vehicles) and chairs are set out for spectators. Pretty cool...wish we had the free lawn movie and free music-in-the-street where I live!! Not many attractions in Cumberland, but we enjoyed our stay anyway, mainly because of the perfect location of this hotel. Breakfast was good (scrambled eggs, waffles, pork sausage, toast, bagels, yogurt, cereal, beverages).; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: The Devil's Advocate VHS; Brand: Keanu Reeves; Review: Keaunu Reeves is a horrible actor. Al Pacino putting his pointy tongue along his veneers is so gross and makes me throw up a bit every time it happens in the film, which is like every five minutes. The irrational leap they ask us to make in thinking any one of the beautiful extras would think he is sexy, even if he had supernatural powers, is an insult to intelligence. You gotta love the devil's daughter's botched boob job in the end when she says "look at me" as though she were gorgeous and she is as skinny as a concentration camp victim. Sorry, the story was ok but whoever made this movie needed to pay attention to these details and there are many.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lovely Bones; Brand: Saoirse Ronan; Review: ***SPOILER ALERT COMING****This film could have been mind blowingly good. However, certain details really ruined it. I read the book and not all the flops are the film's fault. The book employs a similar philosophy of dying as "What dreams may come." I somehow saw the version of The lovely bones with the rape scene before it was deleted to make a better rating. The scene was so disturbing, yet I felt was courageous in showing what our society obviously doesn't think about enough; the rape of children. The death was so horrible that it is too much to ask us that Susie's character wouldn't go through more emotions than just one moment of rage while watching her father get attacked.***** SPOILER ALERT**** It was a very interesting and cool move to have Susie meet the other victims in "the between" and to hint that they were connected and needed each other to move on, but why was that only hinted at? Why wasn't it explored more? You see Susie crying when she sees them and they are all smiling but isn't this a little unrealistic? When you deal with a terrible situation you go through many more emotions that this and it would have been great to see them somehow deal with it together. Like the girls in the movie "FoxFire." Why is Susie crying? She loves her family so much, why are we supposed to be satisfied with her heaven when it is solipsistic and "her own world." That is a very western individualistic value. Like, "what dreams may come" it is assumed that heaven would be a place of your own like an automobile you buy or a house you own? That is ridiculous. Susie loves her family so much, why are we to think she would be completely satisfied in a heaven where all she has in common with those who great her is that the same creepy guy killed them? Would that continue to define them after death? It is just, ... You can tell a man made this movie. I have much more to say about how I would make it, but It is done. Many scenes have been deleted and they really scrambled it up.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What We Do in the Shadows; Brand: Jemaine Clement; Review: This film was so funny, silly, and clever. It really cheered me up! The humor is ridiculously funny and it is a well made movie. Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Smoke Signals VHS; Brand: Adam Beach; Review: Great Film. It is a favorite. A great story and a powerful message for anyone who has dealt with poverty, and the broken heart of a father's hurtful behavior. It is a film based on a poem and great writing therefor it is a work of art. If you have attention problems or are looking for Adam Sandler's banal humor - you won't appreciate this film. If you want to see a work of art made to truly move your soul - this is an awesome film.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Krampus; Brand: ; Review: This film was entertaining but I like my films with more thought and effort. It is a horror film and contains violence that can be disturbing but it doesn't cross over into disgusting and stupid. If you are like horror movies but aren't deranged and do not like gratuitous gore and perversity - you can watch this one without being too disturbed. There is definitely some but not a lot. I like the pathos of the story and would like to see it worked out in a film in better hands..; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Understanding exposure; Author: Bryan F Peterson; Review: Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson is one of those books that when you first start to read it you say to yourself "I already know what", but if you can stay focused and actually read all of the words of this book (i.e., no skimming) then you'll discover many little nuggets of info that will help you to be more creative in your photography. The exercises and stories Bryan talks about cause me to have numerous "ah ha" moments where I feel like my mind and view of the world changes and my photography will get better in the process. Another thing I like about Bryan's books is that he shares his stock photo shots that have been successful and tells you how much money he has made on them. I find this valuable because I look at certain shots, like his cover picture, and say "wow that's nice" but I wouldn't expect it to be a $40,000 stock photo (in the 90's). His shots remind me that you can have a simple basic shot that is well taken and exposed and still make some good money with it. While the current stock photography market is exponentially harder now, and I don't think you are going to see $40k photos anymore, it does remind me that you don't need to travel to a national park or exotic location to make good money with a photo. I highly recommend getting this book. For those who think they know all of this stuff, I suggest that you keep reading and pay close attention. Don't let your mind wander and start skimming pages, because you will miss nuggets of useful information that will help make you a better photographer. While this book isn't first on my reading list, it is high on the list! Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced Value: Worth every penny Recommendation: Highly recommended. It is hard to go wrong with Bryan's books and this is no different. This was his first book that got it all started and he's got a winning formula for writing fantastic books. Learning to See Creatively should be read first, but this book is great. [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Lighting Setups for Portrait Photographers: Easy-To-Follow Lighting Designs and Diagrams; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven H Begleiter Page; Review: The format of this book is fantastic. However, the problem is that the author is stuck in the past and nearly all the images feature shots taken with his Hasselblad 503c film camera. As a result, the images look bland and washed out by today's standards. While I'm confident that if you applied the techniques Steven describes in the book with modern day cameras and equipment, that you'd get fantastic results, I think many readers are going to be turned off by the dated film-based images portrayed in the book. With that quibble aside, the fact still remains that the properties of light haven't changed and the diagrams are indeed helpful and applicable to modern day equipment. If you were to scan the case studies and find a shot that is similar to what you are trying to shoot, you'll be thrilled to see the setup diagram and read the notes on how the shot was accomplished. You may want to ignore some of the camera settings used as digital cameras face different challenges (i.e., diffraction) and advantages (RAW images that support +/- 2 stop exposure adjustments after the fact & of course Photoshop) not found in film cameras. I applaud Steven and Amherst for releasing this type of book - it is sorely needed - but I'd love to see future efforts ditch the film camera work and focus strictly on using the latest gear (the latest Canon or Nikon cameras and flash systems as well as the latest studio lighting from Elinchrom, Profoto, etc... and their modifiers). In short, I'd like to see gear that people can go out and buy rather than stuff that you can't even find on eBay anymore. I'd also like to see a little more variety in the shots presented (ala Joe McNally's fantastic variety of shots in The Hot Shoe Diaries: Big Light from Small Flashes (Voices That Matter) and The Moment It Clicks: Photography secrets from one of the world's top shooters (Voices That Matter)). [...]; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: On-Camera Flash Techniques for Digital Wedding and Portrait Photography; Author: Visit Amazon's Neil van Niekerk Page; Review: Let me just cut to this chase - this book by Neil van Niekerk is simply fantastic! This is the book you've been waiting for, and it should be considered an instant classic! Why? Because everyone knows how hard it is to get good results out of their on-camera flash, so we spend hundreds of dollars on light modifiers to try to get Joe McNally caliber results, yet no matter how hard we try our flash shots still end up sucking! Well my friends, the solution to your problems are here and no rocket science degree or expensive gear is required to get top caliber results. Read my full review on [...] to understand why I like this book so much! This is my #1 pick for Photography Book of the Year in 2009 and it earns a spot on my must own photography books in my Which books should I read? article. Thank you Neil van Niekerk for sharing your pearls of wisdom in a way that is easy to understand, without using 47 speedlights or $1000+ in light modifiers! Thank you for not going into geeky theory in an attempt to make yourself look smart. Thank you for showing us the HOW but also providing the WHY for those who need that. I look forward to seeing more books from you in the future. Skill Level: All Value: Priceless (especially for people with expensive flashes they don't know how to operate properly) Recommendation: Buy it, read it, apply it, and then read it again. Fantastic stuff that is sure to help your photography more than a new lens or camera body! Neil ( & Amherst Media), if you are reading this I'd LOVE to see you write books on How to Master the Canon Flash System and How to Master the Nikon Flash System (although McNally already did that). If you do, I'm sure the demand would be huge as I've found no books to date that adequately cover the subject; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Photographer's Guide to Making Money: 150 Ideas for Cutting Costs and Boosting Profits; Author: Karen Dorame; Review: It's funny that in today's world the best way for photographers to make money is by writing books and teaching classes to millions of aspiring photographers, so I tend to laugh when I see books like this. However, as I read through this book I became pleased to see that its subtitle (150 ideas for Cutting Costs and Boosting Profits) was probably a more appropriate title. In fact, this book has no chapters and simply lists 150 tips of the trade - very good tips in many cases! It's actually quite hard to write a review for this book because I can't do my typical chapter-by-chapter walkthrough. What I can tell you though is that you can think of this book as a collaboration of tips collected by the author, Karen Dorame, by a legion of seasoned professionals to come up with some great tips for any aspiring photographer - whether you intend to make money with your hobby or not. From basic tips like #1 - Specialize in a genre, to the practical like #14 - Practice is the cheapest training, there's a lot of sound advice that may come off as "duh" to some, and a light bulb moment to others. For example, I've heard tips #33 - Raise prices instead of lowering them and #121 - Effective print displays sell larger wall art from multiple well-seasoned sources, but reading it in this book made me think - you know, I've heard this enough now that I think I'm going to do something about it! There's good tips in here from the beginner (#97 - Learn to say no), to the intermediate (#81 - Show only your best work), to even the hard core pro (i.e., #88 - Get on the blog bandwagon) so I can easily recommend this book for anyone. Just like going to the psychologist, you may feel that the book states the obvious, but if you look at your life you are certain to see that you aren't really applying some of these tips (which really are more like rules) to help minimize your costs and maximize your profits. It's sound advice and a super easy read. In fact, this is one that I'll pick up from time to time to remind myself of what I should be doing, instead of being stuck in the habits of what I am doing. Conclusion If you take pictures of more than just your family, or if you spent more than just the cost of a kit lens DSLR setup, then it's worth your time to read this book. Buy and read it, and then from time to time read it again and make sure your not falling into your old bad habits again. Skill Level: All Value: Good. At first it may seem like a waste, but when you think about the thought provoking actions you will take from reading it then it's priceless. Recommendation: Buy it, read it, apply it, and then read it again. Good stuff that is sure to help you as a photographer more; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sculpting with Light: Techniques for Portrait Photographers; Author: Visit Amazon's Allison Earnest Page; Review: When you pick up a book like this, what is your real intention? Is your goal to work for your local portrait studio? Is your goal to build your own studio and take portraits there? If you answered YES to either of these questions, then I think this is a great book for you to consider reading. If your goal is to take better pictures of your family members using your flash gun, or reach the elite level of fashion photography, then your search for the right book isn't over yet. Allison Earnest takes you on a journey into her world of what I would call common private studio photography. This is actually the type of professional photographer that most of interact with at some point in our lives, be it our first family portrait, Senior portraits, or our wedding studio shoot. There's people like Allison in every city of the country, some of whom work independently and other who work for a large studio which sees hundreds of families daily. The techniques described in this book will teach you how to work in that industry to get results that you once paid what you thought was a lot of money for (your perception changes when you're the photographer :). When I first skimmed through this book my first thought was "these pictures aren't that great," so I admit I went in with a negative attitude when I read this book. I quickly got annoyed with the author seemingly trying to sell me on Hensel lights throughout the book (note to editor - skip brand names if there is a next edition). However, as I read on I appreciated the authors middle chapters that offered some really good advice and tips that aren't always easy to find. Had I been the editor, I would have cut chapters 1 and 8 from the book and enhanced chapters 2 & 6. That leaves chapters 3, 4, 5, & 7 as being the real useful content in this book. For many that will be enough, especially if you don't have exposure to those concepts. I appreciated what was there, and suspect you will as well. Skill Level: Any Value: At retail, too much - but the going rate on Amazon is fair Recommendation: If you are new to studio lighting and want to improve your portraiture then chapters 3 through 5 will be useful to you and probably worth the price of the book. If that isn't your goal then you shouldn't bother with this one. In the end, I say pick it up on sale and skip to the good stuff.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lighting Techniques for Photographing Model Portfolios: Strategies for Digital Photographers; Author: Visit Amazon's Billy Pegram Page; Review: This is one of those books you see at the bookstore, and the cover immediately grabs your attention. Beautiful woman, great pose, killer lighting, super sharp, etc... so naturally you thumb through it. Inside you find more of the same - fantastic composition, colors, exposure, etc... of more gorgeous women. Now unless you are one of those lame people that reads the whole book right there in the bookstore, you then have to decide is this book worth my $20+ or is it another one of those books that has great images, but no substance. I answer this question and more on my full review at [...]. By reading the chapter by chapter section in my full review on my blog you might think that I didn't care for this book, but you'd be wrong. Instead, I actually quite liked this book and found that it had lots of useful and practical information. What was bad about the book was that the chapter titles were totally bogus as you can easily tell that they have little to do with the information the author wants to share with the reader. The author does a good job of educating the reader on how to be a more successful model photographer, but not in a methodical way that some will require. In the end I kinda chucked because this book is written much like I would probably write a book because the author pretty much shares what is on his mind at the time he sat down at the computer the day he wrote any given section, despite what part of the book he was working on. He has a genuine desire to share his wealth of valuable knowledge but he expresses it very loosely which works well for some people like me, but less so for the more methodical types. In the end I'm glad I got this book, and I enjoyed reading it. I felt I learned some useful information which I was able to apply to my work and improve my photography. To me that is the definition of a successful book so it is for that reason I must recommend* it. I use an asterisk because if you are the type of person who can watch something do something once and without taking notes, apply that knowledge to a new situation then this book will be useful. If you are the person who can use a complex product without reading the instruction manual, then this book is for you. If you aren't, then you may find yourself with more questions than answers after your done reading this book. Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate Value: Good for those who are a quick study Recommendation: Clearly this book is for those who want to know more about how to photograph beautiful women. if complex methodology and/or theory bore you to tears, then this might be a good book for you so pick it up and enjoy. If you want detailed instructions, then skip it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Welcome to Oz 2.0: A Cinematic Approach to Digital Still Photography with Photoshop (2nd Edition) (Voices That Matter); Author: Visit Amazon's Vincent Versace Page; Review: If you are a photographer who has advanced to the point where you are getting a lot of things right in camera, and you are doing a lot with layer masks, blending and opacity then I think this is a must read book for you. If you are still at the phase where you fix it in Photoshop, or do it all in Lightroom or Photoshop with just plug-ins, then this book may frustrate you (as it did with me when I read the first edition) until your skills are where they need to be to understand the content. Reading this book is much like reading the bible where your eyes may move across some of the content without really grasping the real message. It took me a few reads before I really "go it", and when I did I found myself constantly pointing colleagues to this book. As a result of that fact alone, I consider it a must read book. Take a look at my interview of Vincent Versace and his guest blog article on my blog to see more of his images and observe how your eye behaves with his photos. If this is something you want from your own work, then there's no other resource out there better than this book. Go to ronmartblog to see my full review of this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Royal Doulton 8574021736 Gordon Ramsay Maze White 16-Piece Set; Brand: Royal Doulton; Review: good looking and quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor Rattique Storage Baskets Java Set of 3 Pieces; Brand: Whitmor; Review: good looking and quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Proctor Silex 022333922408 (K2070YA) Electric Kettle, for Tea & Coffee, 1 Liter, 1, White; Brand: Proctor Silex; Review: good quality and easy to use!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Lightweight 200 Thread Count Sheet Set - Full, White; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: good looking and quality! Comfortable!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Utopia Kitchen - 8-Inches Multipurpose Stainless Steel Chef Knife with ABS Handle; Brand: Utopia Kitchen; Review: good quality and easy to use1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bamber Wooden Spatula Set, Wood Turners, Pack of 2; Brand: Bamber; Review: good looking and quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Low-Back Computer Chair - Red; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: good looking and quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Relax Home Life Cervical Contour Memory Foam Bamboo Pillow | Standard Size | Stay Cool Removable Cover (Standard); Brand: Relax Home Life; Review: good looking and quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oster 6-Cup Rice Cooker with Steam Tray, Black (CKSTRCMS65); Brand: Oster; Review: so fast to cook rice!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zojirushi SM-SA36-PB Stainless Steel Mug, 12-Ounce(360ml), Pearl Pink; Brand: Zojirushi; Review: I likeit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1500 Thread Count Duvet Cover Set, 3pc Luxury Soft, All Sizes & Colors, King-Gray; Brand: HC COLLECTION; Review: soft and smooth; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farberware Soft Grip Ceramic Santoku Knife with Sheath, 5-Inch; Brand: Farberware; Review: the knife is very sharp Good to use; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ambesonne Cat Lover Decor Tapestry, Geometrc Digital Color Artistic Robot Cat with Technologic Patterns Little Retro; Brand: Ambesonne; Review: So pretty; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Justus; City: Riga Riga Region; Review: Hotel Justus was a gorgeous, boutique hotel recently renovated by a group of friends. Very tastefully decorated and attractive and comfortable, great views from windows, nice bar for pre dinner drinks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nicholas Hotel Residence; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: The Nicholas Hotel Residence was one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. Three comfortable bedrooms, only one bathroom but we managed.n fantastic location in Lesser Town, 2 mins from Charles Bridge, close to castle and many other attractions. Very friendly, helpful staff who went beyond call of duty to make us feel welcome. Can't wait to go back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ICEHOTEL; City: Jukkasjarvi Kiruna Norrbotten County; Review: Two nights in the Icehotel was an amazing experience. Loved the activities, especially the dog sledding, reindeer experience and local Sami experience. Didn't sleep well in the ice room but the rooms and their sculptures were amazing. Great to have a sauna in the morning. Wonderful restaurant and also had a great meal at the Homestead restaurant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adina Apartment Hotel Copenhagen; City: Copenhagen Zealand; Review: Very nice comfortable apartments by harbour. Great to hire bikes and ride in to the city. Very bike friendly. Self contained apartments and very comfortable and well equipped, comfortable beds. A little out of city centre but easily accessible. Free Wifi in lobby,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Checkpoint Charlie; City: Berlin; Review: Adina Apartments at checkpoint Charlie are excellent, great location, self contained, very helpful staff. Have stayed in another Adina in Berlin before which was nice but this location was perfect. Close to Friedrichstrasse and Brandenburg Gate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Mazarin; City: New Orleans Louisiana; Review: great location in French Quarter,great staff,can be a bit noisy at times outside room . 21st bar excellent atmosphere.Breakfasts good.Patricks bar can be crowded. Very clean and well maintained. Overall very good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Genovese; City: Bonifacio Corse du Sud Corsica; Review: Gorgeous hotel, certainly worth more than 3 stars, great views over the port and across to the mountains. Lovely pool area and fabulous restaurant. Very friendly helpful staff. Definitely will return one day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Sampiero Corso; City: Propriano Corse du Sud Corsica; Review: Amazing accommodation right by the sea. Simple but newly decorated rooms with great views, friendly staff and own sandy beach. Would love to return and spend a week or more, very relaxing. Good food and short walk to township. Highly recommend; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Marina Corsica; City: Porto Vecchio Corse du Sud Corsica; Review: Great hotel with many facilities for the whole family. Easy 30 minute walk into bustling township and lovely to get back to this tranquil site afterwards. Delicious cocktails and dinner at resort-style restaurant overlooking beach. Lovely rooms and very friendly helpful staff. Would love to come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Checkpoint Charlie; City: Berlin; Review: This was our second stay at Adina Apartments Checkpoint Charlie. Very comfortable hotel, very friendly helpful staff, huge rooms, great facilities and excellent location. Very close to frederichstrasse for shopping and many eateries nearby; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Millbrook Resort; City: Arrowtown Otago Region South Island; Review: We come as a group of approx 20 to Millbrook every March. It is always an amazing four days, wonderful food,gorgeous rooms, friendly staff and great golf courses. We look forward to coming back again next year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: J.A. Henckels International Eversharp Pro 5-Inch Stainless-Steel Utility Knife; Brand: ZWILLING J.A. Henckels; Review: Nice knife. It cuts everything including your fingers if you are not careful. Cuts nice, super thin tomatoes or anything you need to cut. I will buy another.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snapware 1098734 Snap 'N Stack 2-Layer Food Storage Container with Egg Holder Trays, Medium, Clear; Brand: Snapware; Review: This is a great product! It can hold 2 dozen eggs or one dozen deviled eggs. Sometimes, I use the bottom to store eggs and the top to store hard boiled ready to eat eggs. It fits nicely in the refrigerator. Snaps easily. I highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hang A Bunch Set of 3 Multi Purpose Hangers, White; Brand: Hang A Bunch; Review: This is just a great item for anyone to have in their closet. I use it to keep my tanks easily available but I can see how you could also use it to hang scarves, belts, bras etc.... It was worth the price to me for the organization it provided.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Victorinox Tomatoknife yellow; Brand: Victorinox; Review: Great price for such a sharp lightweight knife. It's so well worth it's price. It cuts anything with ease.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor 4-Tier Folding Skirt Hanger Chrome / Black; Brand: Whitmor; Review: This hanger is perfect to hang my different length slips. I can easily find the right length of slip I am needing at my fingertips. It's helped organize what use to be thrown in one drawer and I had to go through each slip trying to find the right one. Great item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fat Daddio's Bread/Cake Knives, 14 Inches; Brand: Fat Daddios; Review: Seriously!! You can't go wrong on this item! I bake lots of bread and this knife slices it so easily. I would of been thrilled with it at triple the price. Also, because it's so long, at 14 inches, it cuts watermelon easily and levels the tops of cakes. I've been very pleased with this purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VHC Brands Burlap with Black Stencil Stars Prairie Swag Set of 2, 36x36x18; Brand: VHC Brands; Review: I've bought the valance for several windows and it adds the perfect touch. It has a nice rustic look. I was very pleased with how nice these are.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paksh Novelty Plastic Containers for Lunch / Medium Food Containers with Lids, Leak Proof, Microwavable, Freezer And Dishwasher; Brand: Paksh Novelty; Review: These are the perfect size container. I use them every day over and over again. They stack nicely in the the fridge too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Rothco Coyote ECWCS Polar Fleece Gen III Level 3 Jacket; Brand: Rothco; Review: very warm and light jacket. great pockets. perfect inner layer for cold winter months or light jacket for fall; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: adidas Performance Men's Vigor 4 TR M Trail Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: great sneaker for the price, good traction for trails and outdoors, horrible on smooth surfaces like metal, hardwood, or tiles. a little tight on the foot and a bit narrow. if you're gonna buy this get a half size larger to ensure proper fit. I noticed all Nike and Adidas sneakers usually run about a half size smaller than other major brands.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Soffe Men's Core Undershirt 3 Pack; Brand: ; Review: comfortable but shrinks a bit and becomes shorter on the torso; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HASLRA Men's Excellent Stretch Comfort Crew Toe Socks 2-6 Pairs; Brand: HASLRA; Review: you cant beat these for the price. they are perfect if you wear them for light usage. i wear another wool sock over these if i go hiking or other outdoor activity. perfect for keeping the skin on my feet nice and cozy and preventing extra friction and skin infections from trapped seeat between the toes. these are the first five toe socks i bought and they feel great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Polar Fox Jasper MPX508013PL Mens Casual Moc Toe Heritage Leather Lining Wedge Boots.; Brand: Polar Fox; Review: great lookin boots, i recommend putting in aftermarket insoles like superfeet if you need extra foot/arch support; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: An Extremely Goofy Movie (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jacket (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Born Into Brothels (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cop and a Half (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Executive Decision (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Escape from L.A. (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Negotiator (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Tuskegee Airmen (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luther Vandross: From Luther with Love (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kiss of the Dragon (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patti Labelle: Live! One Night Only (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boat Trip (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Road Trip (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hollow Man (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Godzilla (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Freakin' Sweet Collection (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Live in Las Vegas (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rize (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Wax (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Goofy Movie (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Vol. 2: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Vol. 1: Seasons 1-2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Domestic Disturbance (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jamie Foxx: I Might Need Security (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: House of D (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Drury Inn Suites Houston Near The Galleria; City: Houston Texas; Review: I liked the room, courteous service, and reliable free internet. I liked even more the generous free meals provided: breakfast and "happy hour"--a free bar drink plus various appetizer-type foods, all included with the room tab. I have to say the decor is rather frumpy and the layout of this establishment is rather confusing, but the value for your money can't be beat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Northpark Inn; City: Nacogdoches Texas; Review: My opinion of this establishment is somewhat colored by the fact that, due to a late arrival, I was given a smoking room even though I am a non-smoker. As one can imagine this was not a pleasant experience, especially since there were no other rooms left. I can say that the central pool is magnificent, easily the best feature of the place, and the room (other than the pervasive smoke residue) was clean and spacious, though the bathroom was small and cramped. The front desk clerk who checked me in was friendly and informative. I appreciated the free wi-fi, which worked well (not always the case in these hotel chains), and the free breakfast in the morning. Next time I'll try and arrive earlier.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Hospes Puerta de Alcala; City: Madrid; Review: We stayed here for four days in one of the establishment's deluxe rooms, a double that overlooked the Plaza and the Alcala Gate--a prime view and location, close to the wonderful Retiro Park and an underground stop. Accommodations were extremely comfortable and clean, though it took a while to figure out all of the controls in the bathroom. Service was always friendly and courteous. The snacks and beer that greeted us were a nice touch. There is an on-site spa and fitness center as well as a restaurant. We took the included breakfast, which was extensive and delicious, at an additional charge. This hotel is definitely not a budget establishment, but you get what you pay for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Santa Fe; City: Santa Fe New Mexico; Review: There are a large number of chain hotels along Cerrillos Road (State Route 14), one of the main highways leading to Santa Fe. This one is really far from the center of town (though close to the airport), which is its one major drawback, although they do run a shuttle to the Plaza. It's on a rather barren stretch of Cerrillos and there are not a whole lot of eating options within walking distance, other than Horseman's Haven, a decent diner. Other than that though I've had a good time on each of my several stays here: parking is free, the rooms are spacious, comfortable and clean, the wireless internet is free and works well, the pool and included breakfast are welcome (though try and get there early especially on crowded weekends). I wish they would get a bigger road sign, though--I missed the turnoff again on my first try this time (and getting to the hotel coming FROM town is convoluted, necessitating driving past the place and U-turning at the entrance to Horseman's Haven).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites Weatherford; City: Weatherford Texas; Review: My experiences with La Quintas have generally been good and this one, for a short stay, was no exception. Check-in was courteous and quick; the single room was spacious and clean; the free breakfast the next morning was plentiful and kept well-stocked, though as often is the case, it got hard to find a seat as the morning went on. The main drawback was the supposedly free in-room wi-fi, which refused to let either of my Apple devices connect to it successfully. Matters went better down in the lobby. Walls and floors seemed rather thin, but as long as the place isn't full and guests are reasonably courteous this probably won't be an issue. NOTE: Right now road work on the nearby state highway (Main St.) that crosses the interstate makes getting to and out of this property a bit of an issue--better to turn off the access road early onto Texas Drive then quick left onto Adams, as I found out after the fact.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Americas Best Value Inn Nacogdoches; City: Nacogdoches Texas; Review: I got sent over here when the Best Western Northpark lost my reservation. The clerk there was frankly unhelpful and unapologetic, but she did get me a room here. I'm seeing horrid reviews on this site for this hotel and am bound to say that my experience wasn't horrible. I got a clean room at a dirt-cheap price, wi-fi that worked and a decent night's sleep. That said, the property is in a sketchy part of town and the premises are bare-bones dreary. I wasn't very taken by the alternately surly and over-friendly proprietor either.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Houston Near The Galleria; City: Houston Texas; Review: I've stayed here twice and liked the place each time. Each time the room I got was clean, quiet and comfortable, and the free internet worked well. I also appreciated the courteous service at the front desk and the generous free breakfast provided. Drawbacks are minor--common areas on the ground floor seem rather small and cramped, with awkwardly placed columns and low ceilings giving a somewhat claustrophobic feel. Although there is plentiful parking, some of it secured, the hotel adds a $9 fee to your bill if you bring a car, an odd and annoying charge you don't run into very often.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt DFW; City: Dallas Texas; Review: Airport hotels can be cookie-cutter dreary, but this one is most certainly not. Check-in is fast, service is unfailingly polite, rooms are clean and spacious, the decor modern without being in-your-face. There is a great fitness center on the ninth floor, one of the best I've used at a hotel. Although room prices are surprisingly reasonable, food in the downstairs restaurant is not--be warned. Other than that, no complaints whatever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kimpton Hotel Monaco Chicago; City: Chicago Illinois; Review: I hadn't tried this hotel before but booked it for two after some recent less-than-stellar experiences at other Chicago establishments. We liked the professional treatment, the intriguing decor of the room, and the small luxuries: padded window seats, bathrobes and slippers provided, multiple newspapers as well as tea, coffee, and water available down in the lobby, and complimentary wine hour. I didn't get to try out the fitness center but was impressed by its spaciousness. Breakfast in the adjoining restaurant was fast and tasty. Just a couple of small reservations: wireless internet was not free, at least to a first-timer, and there seemed to be no privacy sign available to hang on the door handle and the housekeeper knocked at what seemed to us an excessively early hour on the morning of our checkout. Nevertheless, I'd definitely stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Graylyn Estate; City: Winston Salem North Carolina; Review: It's apparently really difficult to book a room here, so we felt lucky to have been invited for a weekend stay during a recent visit to Wake Forest U. The property is a converted luxury estate that once belonged to the Gray family, and its picturesqueness is matched by its hospitality. Our room in the Mews annex, formerly the stables and now converted, was impeccable and comfortably furnished, though not all that soundproof. Complimentary breakfast is available both at the Manor House (the main building) and the Mews every morning, and there is a fitness center, gift shop, and best of all, complimentary ice cream available on site. Fitness and jogging trails are all around, but even walking the lovely grounds is good exercise. All the staff members we encountered were full of old-fashioned Southern charm. Despite the uncomfortably chilly weather that marked our stay we had a lovely time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Tulsa City Center; City: Tulsa Oklahoma; Review: The check-in was fast, and service at both the front desk and in the restaurant was courteous. Our double room was clean and quiet, and everything worked. We enjoyed the two meals we ate in the Boulder Grill downstairs, especially breakfast the morning we left (the fresh strawberries on the waffle I ordered were a nice touch, not the usual soggy frozen ones). Drawbacks? Appreciated the on-site parking, but the garage was partially under repair and hard to negotiate. Also, although the rooms were clean, the hallways were not--the carpet on the fourth floor was littered and really needed vacuuming. I even saw a stray utensil from someone's room service lying in front of a room door. Still, it was a good stay and the price couldn't be beat.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Suites Houston Near The Galleria; City: Houston Texas; Review: The suite we booked with two double beds was spacious and clean. I liked the roomy closet, the safe, and refrigerator, but was less happy with the relative scarcity of electrical outlets (got to recharge all the devices, you know) and the confusing arrangement of light switches--it seemed as if none of them were placed in the rooms whose lighting they controlled. Internet is nominally free, but in actuality the faster plans carry a daily charge. Parking also carries a fairly hefty daily price tag, though the garage is roomy and there are in-and-out privileges. We liked the generous breakfast buffet ($20) in the restaurant and the helpful service--disliked very much the location, on a narrow, traffic-choked access road intersection off of the 610 Loop. Getting into and out of the property was an ordeal. Too bad, because the establishment itself is solid and the room prices reasonable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Staybridge Suites San Antonio NW near Six Flags Fiesta Texas; City: San Antonio Texas; Review: I got here late the night before an all-day event I had to attend the next day, and had to call from a phone by the front door to get someone to let me in. Otherwise this hotel was hospitality itself. The single-bed suite I had was surprisingly spacious, comfortable and clean, with a kitchen area and refrigerator, and quiet despite the hotel's being situated right next to the busy Anderson Loop. The establishment not only offers a generous complimentary breakfast but has snacks and sundries for sale twenty-four hours a day, as well as "happy hours" three days a week where food is served as well as drinks. I'd come back here again and, I hope, stay a bit longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Hua Hin; City: Hua Hin Prachuap Khiri Khan Province; Review: Due to circumstances too long to explain here I ended up staying both here and at the extravagantly luxurious Hyatt Regency resort on my visit to Hua Hin. The contrast as can be imagined was startling, but this place didn't come off so badly. The room was clean and well-equipped (save for the lack of a steam iron, which I really could have used). Wi-fi access was easy and reliable. Breakfast, included in some packages, is fresh and delicious in the airy downstairs dining room. There is a small swimming pool which seemed to be much enjoyed by many of the guests. The interior was quiet, but my stay was marred by some sort of festival/market taking place on the busy thoroughfare on which this hotel is situated, with blaring music and chanting that torpedoed efforts at an afternoon nap. Still, this is a more than adequate accommodation for budget-minded travelers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beijing Foreign Experts Building; City: Beijing; Review: My view of this place has to be taken with a grain of salt as I do not speak a word of Chinese and this definitely impacted my experience. That said, it was not at all an unpleasant stay, though the room I got was rather basic and many things that might be complimentary in other hotels had price tags on them. The included breakfast was not overly generous in quantity or choice, but hot and fresh every morning. When I got my Chinese-speaking companion to ask for a steam iron, it was delivered within half an hour by a very friendly housekeeper who proceeded to explain to me (in Chinese, but I got the gist) exactly how to use it without an ironing board--I appreciated her care. On the other hand, one morning when due to circumstances I had to stay in the room until noon, the maid doing the rooms in my hall was visibly annoyed and I didn't get any service that day, though I was out all afternoon and into the evening. Still, it would have been a perfectly acceptable experience save for the fact that this hotel does not have wi-fi--a big drawback in my opinion.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ewa Hotel; City: Honolulu Oahu Hawaii; Review: This is one of the older properties on Waikiki, situated on the Kapi'olani Park side (near the Zoo). It is not on the ocean so there are no views, and not all rooms have lanais (ironically, the ones that do face away from the beach). The lobby is tiny and the hallway carpets are badly in need of refurbishment. However, the double room we stayed at was perfectly clean and comfortable, though the largely fluorescent lighting was ugly and there were not enough electrical outlets for our devices. The Ewa used to nickel and dime you for all sorts of services--these have now been combined into a $10 per day "convenience" fee, which is an improvement of sorts. Although the establishment claims to have on-site parking ($20 a day) it is limited to a dozen spaces and they tend to sell out--be warned that you may be sent to the nearby Aston Banyan garage (same price, much bigger), or the Zoo parking lot. Wireless internet was free but tended to log you off at the slightest pretext, necessitating repeated re-entry, an annoyance. I really disliked the fact that there was only one elevator, old and rickety. In short, the main reason to stay here is the price, which is still a good deal--who comes to Hawai'i to sit in a hotel?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Regency Hua Hin; City: Hua Hin Prachuap Khiri Khan Province; Review: Now this is a resort. A beautiful beach with glistening white sand awaits just behind the hotel, but you might never get to it, what with the luxurious rooms, beautifully landscaped grounds with multiple swimming pools and water slide, several restaurants, a historic home, and miscellaneous live Thai musicians lurking on the grounds, not to mention a really good lounge band that played golden oldies and sang in impeccable English one evening during my stay. The food was superb, the service was friendly and the bed was comfortable. The clientele seems to consist mainly of well-heeled Europeans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Zelos San Francisco; City: San Francisco California; Review: We had a lovely time at this Kimpton Hotel, situated over an Old Navy store in an ideal location just off of Market Street near BART, the Moscone Center and an easy walk to the Ferry Building as well as multiple eating and shopping opportunities. The room was quiet, spacious and clean, the concierge and the rest of the staff terminally agreeable. The lack of a business center was a bit of a surprise but Emmett at the front desk was more than happy to print a document that we needed. Kimpton hotels have a sharp look about them without being garish and in-your-face. We also enjoyed dinner one night in the hotel's tapas-style restaurant, Dirty Habits, which is obviously a happening place. Our four-night stay passed entirely without negative incident. Thanks for a great stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Eurosol Leiria; City: Leiria Leiria District Central Portugal; Review: I stayed at this hotel two nights on my first visit to Portugal. The carpets in the hallways and furnishings seemed a bit old, but the room was spotless, the bed comfortable, and the internet worked well. Service was courteous and the included breakfast simple but generous. The dining room is on the eighth floor, a really good idea as there are beautiful views of the town of Leiria and its castle, high on a hilltop. All in all it was a good home base for a pretty intense working trip--I enjoyed being here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton London Hyde Park; City: London England; Review: This was a totally unplanned stay--due to a travel disruption at Heathrow on the way home from a European trip, I was compelled to stay two nights that I hadn't planned on in London, and was lucky to get a room here after desperately searching while sitting with my laptop on the floor at the airport. Thus I was predisposed to like the place, since they had been there in a time of need, but even so I had a much better time than expected considering my stressed state of mind. The room I got was a standard single, quite small but more than adequate. It had an ironing board and iron, and a refrigerator, things I really needed this time around. My room faced onto Queensway and not Bayswater Road, the main thoroughfare that goes by Hyde Park, which was important as it was quieter (though not noiseless--no place in central London is). The hotel does not have many services that larger places do, but the staff was kind and helpful and the location turned out to be terrific--not only close to Hyde Park but steps away from two Underground stops and one stop away from Paddington Station, where the Heathrow Express terminates. There are all sorts of groceries and small restaurants on Queensway and it's easy to get anywhere you'd like to go. I highly recommend this place and would come back even when it's not an emergency.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites Chicago Downtown; City: Chicago Illinois; Review: The room with two double beds that I booked was comfortable, but the curtains that were supposed to shut out light were of an odd design, in several separate panels, one of which was partially detached from its rod and let the morning light filter in. The lobby and fitness center were in the midst of renovation so there was not much in the way of public space. The central location and included breakfast were distinct pluses, as was the very helpful and friendly service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little America Hotel; City: Salt Lake City Utah; Review: I stayed here for a convention a decade ago and liked it so much that I chose this hotel again on the occasion of my second visit to Salt Lake. I was happy to find that not much had changed. The room I was given was huge by most hotel standards for a single, a corner room on an upper floor with a generous "living" area and great city views. The bathroom area was spacious as well with lots of closet space. I didn't try the fitness center this time but enjoyed it a lot on my last visit and trust that things have not changed. In addition to all of the other amenities this hotel has free parking and lots of it! Drawbacks were minor--at odd intervals the hot water took a long time to get really hot, and my one visit to the Coffee Shop restaurant onsite was marred by an unconscionably long wait to get service at the bar--but I'd come back here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knights Inn Berkeley; City: Berkeley California; Review: This is pretty obviously a cut-rate place, but as such it was not bad for a quick one-night stay. The single room I had lacked a closet, bathtub (shower only) or iron, but did have a refrigerator and microwave, which were welcome, and the bed was comfortable. Although there is on-site parking, a premium in Berkeley, the spaces are cramped and divided at frequent intervals by walls, making them difficult to use. Similarly, a free breakfast is advertised but consists mostly of prepackaged food which you have to take back to your room to eat, since there is no lobby to speak of. Still, the service was kind and competent and I felt I got an okay deal. Be warned that University Ave. is a main thoroughfare and noise from the street easily carries into the rooms at night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rani Garden; City: Denpasar Bali; Review: Stayed here with a couple of friends for two nights on sightseeing tour. The hotel is not right in the middle of the action, but this may be an advantage if you want to get a good night’s sleep after being out all day. The property is immaculately kept, the rooms are large and clean, and free bottled water, tea and coffee are provided. Breakfast appeared promptly each morning and was delicious. There are additional stores and eating places nearby. The operator was extremely friendly and helpful even though we arrived well before the stated check-in time. An additional plus for me was that the hotel wi-if was very good. If I ever return to Bali I would certainly consider staying here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jakarta Airport Hotel; City: Tangerang Banten Province Java; Review: Arriving close to midnight into CGK on a JAL flight from Narita, I was apprehensive about finding the place and making sure it would be possible to actually register. Actually my fears were unfounded, as the hotel is located right above the terminal 2E arrivals area and the staff appeared extremely used to guests checking in at all hours. The room itself was comfortable and clean and supplied with water and coffee. There was a free shuttle to terminal 3, from where I had to catch a domestic flight the next morning. For this weary and jet-lagged traveler this establishment was ideal for a brief layover.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Novotel New York Times Square; City: New York City New York; Review: We stayed here just one night on a theater-viewing trip to the city. Check-in was fast and efficient to the point of breeziness, but everything was clean, in working order, and considering the location and the constant bustle downstairs, being in the room was amazing quiet and comfortable, which was really appreciated. I'd certainly consider staying here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Santa Fe; City: Santa Fe New Mexico; Review: I’ve stayed at this hotel a half dozen times now and I’ve always found it to be a high-quality accommodation. I like the spacious rooms, extensive free breakfast, and generally friendly and considerate service. On this trip I was assigned a ground-floor room, which was not the best as it was noisy late at night with people walking by. Next time I’ll make sure to get a room on the second or third floor as I’ve done on past visits. Other than that there were no problems. Thanks Hyatt!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Altis Avenida Hotel; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: The lobby is compact but the rooms are quite spacious, clean, comfortable and well-equipped--the only thing I missed was an ironing board and iron. On the other hand the towel warmer in the bathroom was most welcome, as was the opaque sleep curtain that descended at the touch of a button. Although this hotel faces a busy thoroughfare the soundproofing is very good and closing the window ensures a quiet night. The rooftop restaurant where breakfast is served is extremely pleasant. Highly recommended and worth the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JW Marriott Parq Vancouver; City: Vancouver British Columbia; Review: I actually didn't gamble, since I was actually on a work trip, but the possibility was there :-). This is a new and luxuriously appointed establishment with appropriately classy service and amenities. I loved my room with a city view, the sixth-floor promenade with a reflecting pool and bar, and the spacious conference facilities on the floor above the casino. The Parq Vancouver hotel is ideally located, close to the water and within easy walking distance of the Yaletown-Roundhouse stop on the Canada Line from YVR airport. Yale town itself is the bustling entertainment district, with multitudes of eating and shopping options. It is also a short walk to the Plaza of Nations Aquabus stop, which can take you to multiple points along the water. Any drawbacks at all? The well-intentioned housekeeping staff turned the air conditioning on every afternoon after I'd turned it off to keep the room from getting freezing cold. One hotel staff member at the front desk gave us erroneous information about the SkyTrain (the Canada line DOES run from early morning on weekends, though the other two branches don't). Other than that, no complaints whatsoever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Tempo WidePath Bagged Corded Upright Vacuum U5140900; Brand: Hoover; Review: For the price, very nice. Great suction, comes with 2 extenders making it easy to reach floors from the standing position. I like the feature, (like many other uprights), has a handle on the front to lift for carrying and for use on stairs. Not too heavy. Middle of the road and reliable brand for average use around the house. Great carpet lines, if you're into that!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calyx Interiors Cordless Honeycomb 9/16-Inch Cellular Shade, 35-Inch Width by 60-Inch Height, Blackout Ivory; Brand: Calyx Interiors; Review: Item described as "34-Inch Width by 60-Inch Height" but the box and product shipped clearly are marked 34.5" width and subsequently did not fit. 1/2" too wide for inside mounting.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NO ODOR Dish Cloth for All Purpose Dish Washing (3PK) | No Mildew Smell from Sponges, Scrubbers, Wash Cloths,; Brand: The Crown Choice; Review: Size like a washcloth, nice scrubbing action; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Glass Froth Master; Brand: Norpro; Review: Unfortunately we were loving it and then accidentally broke a tiny bit of the glass around the top rim and it cracked all the way downshortly after. We do like a glass frother for microwaving the milk! Will buy another one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VANTAKOOL Coffee Mug Warmer with Automatic Shut Off to Keep Temperature Up to 131/55 Electric Beverage, MUG-98, BlackMUG-98; Brand: VANTAKOOL; Review: Washes easily; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HONEYMOON HOME FASHIONS Ultra Luxury and Soft Satin King Bed Sheet Set - Black; Brand: HONEYMOON HOME FASHIONS; Review: Soft silky feel but these sheets are hot! Used to breathable cotton blend varieties, loved the feel initially but couldn't sleep though the night with them in a 72 degree house. Probably the case with any satin blend sheets though.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Columbia Baby Boys' Frosty Freeze Bunting; Brand: ; Review: Warm and easy to take on/off. It is slippery as heck, though, when you try to hold your baby who is wearing it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gold Toe Men's Crew 656s Athletic Sock, 6 Pack White, Shoe Size: 6-12.5 / Sock Size: 10-13; Brand: ; Review: Nice price, quick ship. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Men's Cotton Classics 3 Pack Crew Neck Tshirts; Brand: ; Review: Nice new package of shirts. Will probably buy again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OshKosh B'Gosh Spear-B Athletic Sandal (Toddler/Little Kid); Brand: ; Review: Takes some wiggling to get these shoes on but found that to be true with all baby shoes. These are well made, well ventilated and sticks well on to his feet to avoid tripping.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sorel Snow Commander Childrens Winter Boot; Brand: SOREL; Review: Warm and sturdy; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jacket (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Little Lady (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Seuss: Green Eggs and Ham and Other Favorites (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bambi: Platinum Edition (1942); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Son in Law (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boogeyman (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: May (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring Two (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dumbo (1941); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tom and Jerry's Greatest Chases (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Carlos Kleiber - Beethoven Symphonies 4 and 7; Brand: Kleiber; Review: Add this to your collection of Kleiber performances. If you want to know what Beethoven was probably thinking when he wrote the 7th symphony, listen to this - perfect rhythm, extraordinarily clean lines, beautiful color contrasts and lots of fun to watch. They say that Kleiber actually didn't like music. That's a crock. All you have to do is watch this DVD and you will immediately share in his joy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schubert: Symphonies Nos. 3 & 8; Brand: Kleiber/Vienna Philharmonic Orch.; Review: These two symphonies give you the light and the dark of Schubert. In order to really enjoy this recording one must listen very carefully to the inner voices. Pianissimos are so soft you can barely hear them. Pauses are just slightly longer than expected and one of Kleiber's strengths is bringing out passages that one ordinarily doesn't hear. Also, this is one of the more muscular renditions of Schubert. Rhythmically the 3rd is a joy. Be prepared to dance. Someone should have tied this man down and made him conduct more. Since listening to him, I've completely lost my taste for overblown, exaggerated romantic symphonies (except for Karajan). This recording belongs in every serious musician's library (and everyone else's as well)!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Symphony 6 in F Major Op 68: Pastorale; Brand: Ludwig van Beethoven; Review: This is a recording of the one and only time Kleiber conducted this symphony. Kleiber's son asked a friend to tape the performance on a little cassette recorder. He also knew that every performance was recorded by the orchestra. Well, the orchestra recording disintegrated in storage and if it weren't for the friend's cassette we would never hear this absolutely spectacular performance. A brilliant engineer cleaned up the sound and although a bit below modern standards one doesn't care. The sense of being out in the open country is palpable and the audience was so mesmerized that they didn't clap when it was over. Kleiber had to have the orchestra stand up to indicate the end. Then there is almost 4 minutes of pandemonium from the audience. Add this to your collection. Sometimes I think Kleiber is Beethoven!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carlos Kleiber - New Year's Concert 1992, Vienna; Brand: Carlos Kleiber; Review: Everyone in the orchestra and the audience knew this would be the last time they would see Carlos Kleiber conduct this celebration. There was an underlying sense of sadness during the performance as well as great joy. Gerhard Hetzle (concertmaster) was terrific. I prefer the '89 concert because I like the musical choices better and I think Kleiber was in better health but all in all, anytime you have a chance to hear and see Carlos Kleiber you should! The orchestra plays superbly for him and, of course, his interpretations are squeaky clean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carlos Kleiber - New Year's Concert 1992, Vienna; Brand: Carlos Kleiber; Review: As usual, Kleiber conducts with emotion, rhythmic perfection and great knowledge of style. Each selection seems to be treated as a single, finely honed entity. You can't go wrong with Carlos Kleiber.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: American Horror Story: Season 1; Brand: Evan Peters; Review: Write your review here received and one was completely broken and the other works very badly...would cost too much to mail back...stuck with very bad products..; Rating: 2.0/5.0
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Title: America: Imagine a World without Her; Brand: Graveto; Review: Very intensive. .a lot to think about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Homeland Season 4; Brand: Rupert Friend; Review: Best season. Totally on the edge of my chair the whole time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Hitching Rides with Buddha: A Journey Across Japan; Author: Visit Amazon's Will Ferguson Page; Review: This appears to be a reprint of the Hokkaido Highway Blues, this could potentially mislead buyers who were thinking he had written a new book about Japan. I will give my brief impressions of the book. Firstly the good parts, I believe he does capture with reasonable accuracy the experience of a foreigner in Japan. Also I don't disagree with the majority of his observations about japan. Although this book was written in the 1990s from my perspective not a great deal has changed (I lived in Japan for several years relatively recently). Moreover the book does have some quite decent humour, and is relatively well written making it a fairly quick read. The bad parts, people looking for lots of suggestions of interesting places to visit may be disappointed, although he does visit some places of interest to the tourist, for much of the book he follows a route far from the more developed parts of Japan and a lot of the places described in these chapters are not especially interesting. The author complains often about negative stereotypes Japanese hold about foreigners, but then he leaps to his own stereotypes of Japanese. Now that is not to say that there aren't a reasonable number of Japanese that fit these stereotypes, but I think he paints with too broad a brush at times. Also although I have come across people who resemble some of the more annoying people in his book, most Japanese are not always so in your face with their prejudices. I suspect he has used some dramatic license with regards to some of the characters he meets, but then again maybe not. At times the author does kind across as kind of arrogant and smug and he obviously pictures himself as an astute observer of the human condition. Also his attitude towards women is sometimes worrying. One example that struck me was he met a woman who was a tour guide at a brewery. Later she tries to keep in touch "... for awhile I received postcards and letters in carefully printed English, with the a's written like those on a typewriter , with the curly bits on top", but the author decides she isn't the women in distress that he is looking for and so doesn't answer her letters, "I was looking for: someone to rescue. Someone to sweep up and carry away. Someone to save. I never answered Ariko's letters". Another example is when he scolds a young mother who stops to give him a ride. It seems kind of strange to be hitchhiking and then berate someone for giving them a ride. "Don't pick up hitchikers .. not late in the day when you have children in the car", when the woman tries to explain how he looked sad by the side of the road, he berates her further "I'm sorry but it's not a good idea ... I'm sorry but you really shouldn't". You just want to smack the author on the side of the head and tell him to cut the woman some slack.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snow Crash; Author: Visit Amazon's Neal Stephenson Page; Review: There are a lot of well written reviews for this book, and I'm not going to attempt a thorough review. That would be unfair as I didn't finish the book. But I just wanted to say that I didn't really like it. For some reason I found the style of writing extremely irritating. I think the author tries too hard to write in a cool style, but it ends up as a flashy, verbose, cacophony of words totally obscuring anything in the way of character development or plot. After a while I got so annoyed with the book I couldn't be bothered finishing it and took it back to the library. Some people might like it, but I found it unreadable.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Art of Computer Virus Research and Defense, The; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Szor Page; Review: I read this book quite a while ago. When searching for a new book on viruses to read it came up in the list of search results. Reading all the positive reviews I find it hard to believe we read the same book. Unfortunately I cannot recommend this book for a variety of reasons. Firstly it is now out of date, a lot has changed in the last 5 years. Secondly even when it first come out I found the book quite superficial and lacking in technical detail. Certainly for someone seeking an indepth knowledge of how viruses are designed and can be defended against this book wasn't up to the task. The audience I can see this book as being useful for would be someone who is not a programmer but is looking for a detailed history of the different types of computer viruses. For those looking for discussion and analysis of virus or antivirus source code please look elsewhere !! I think the reason the author didn't provide much detail was that he didn't want to make his own job producing antivirus software any harder than it already was. Also he wasn't about to give away any trade secrets to his competitors. Perhaps as well he wanted to make the book reasonably accessible to people without a strong programming background. So for those looking for detailed and current technical information, look elsewhere, for those after a history and taxonomy of computer viruses this book might be adequate.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Concurrency: State Models and Java Programs; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Magee Page; Review: Back when I had only been programming for a short time, I tried to read the 1st edition of the book, but couldn't make sense of it. After some additional experience and having studied some more computer science I looked at the newer version of the book and found it quite illuminating and insightful. This is not a book for those who just want the basics of how to use concurrency in their java programs. Nor is it a book for those looking for a discussion of the latest features in the java language. Rather this book is aimed at those who want to really start thinking about concurrency that just happens to use java as a language in the examples. This is not a java book, it is a book about concurrency. I recommend that people who read this book do have some basic background in computer science. Not because there is any topic in particular you really need to know, but you really need to have a background in thinking about issues that are more abstract. This is a four star book, but I took 1 star off because I e-mailed the authors asking about some issue but they didn't bother to reply. (I read this book a couple of years back so I can't remember the exact issue, it might have been asking for the source code, although that now appears to be on the books website). It always annoys me that you have to pay so much for a book but you don't get much support from the publisher or authors. From the preface "This book provides - a systematic treatment of the concepts and issues in concurrency - a rigorous technique to specify and model concurrent behavior, with analysis tools for animation and verification - a wide range of Java examples to illustrate the concepts and issues in concurrent programming"; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Telling Lies: Clues to Deceit in the Marketplace, Politics, and Marriage; Author: Visit Amazon's Paul Ekman Page; Review: I find it hard to fathom all the 5 star reviews of this book, regrettably I'm forced to give it 2 stars. Firstly I will acknowledge that the book does contain a lot of useful information, but having said that the book does have a number of serious flaws - The writing style is quite dull and academic and takes forever to make a point - Most of the book was written in the early 80s, only a couple of more recent chapters have been tacked on to the end. There would have obviously been a substantial amount of research done since the 80s either confirming or refuting some of his conclusions. If I read an academic text whose references were mostly from the 80s or earlier I wouldn't give it any credence. There is no reason this book should be judged any differently. - The author uses the same tedious examples over and over, namely Hitler deceiving Neville Chamberlain, the suicidal patient Mary deceiving her Doctors (don't worry she doesn't die), Ruth's telephone conversation with her lover from the Novel 'Marry Me' etc. After reading a few chapters I got so sick of them. I started to pray that he would introduce some better anecdotes. The most annoying thing is that many of his examples about deception are actually from works of fiction !? - The author makes up terms for things like 'Brokaw Hazard' that I just found irritating You probably don't need to read the book, it's main ideas can be summarized something like 'Some people are bad liars, but many people are good liars. Some people are good at detecting lies, but the vast majority aren't. While there may be some clues when people are telling lies, these clues are not reliable indications of deception, in practice most people are very poor at detecting lies. Even learning all the material in this book, you probably won't get much of an edge in lie detection. The idea that you can become a skilled detector of deception is false' I haven't read any other books in this area, but I would be very wary of any book that promised to turn you into some kind of 'human lie detector'.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Trust Us, We're Experts!: How Industry Manipulates Science and Gambles with Your Future; Author: Visit Amazon's Sheldon Rampton Page; Review: Regardless of your politics I recommend that everyone reads this book, and I hope the authors continue to write more of this kind of book. Basically this book shows how the general public are being mislead and manipulated by a cornucopia of supposedly independent experts, think tanks, research centers and other organizations when the reality is that their opinions are bought and paid for. Of course the usual suspects seem to be the worst such as the Tobacco Companies, Big Oil, Pharmaceutical companies, Agri-chemical companies and the like. Even though you might not agree with everything the authors say, I think the key message of the book is that you need to look very carefully at how the so called experts are funded, and dig deep to find the truth behind the public relations spin. Whenever I read a good book, I make a point to read the 1 star reviews just to get an idea of what exactly they disliked about the book. Some of the 1 star reviews are hilarious. Especially the one from Jeff Stier who takes issues with the attacks on the American Council on Science and Health. Although he actually admits the book is well researched he still gives it 1 star. It is worth noting as well that Jeff Stier is actually mentioned in the book on p303, as he believes that corporate funding of research should not be disclosed, which obviously the authors of the book take issue with. Furthermore Jeff Stier refused to provide the authors of the book with a list of ACSH's corporate and foundation donors. To quote from the book 'Jeff Stier is the associate director of the ACSH ... Stier goes as far as to claim that "today's conventional wisdom in favor of disclosing corporate funding of research is a 'new McCarthyism'"'; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Behind the Wheel Chinese (Mandarin), Level 1: Learn to Speak Mandarin Chinese Quickly and Easily! (8 One Hour CDs); Author: Mark Frobose; Review: I borrowed this CD from the library. I have to say I was quite disappointed. This course is kind of a poor man's pimsleur. I'm not really a big fan of pimsleur except as a supplement, the lack of grammar instruction and additional information is a big draw back of the audio only approach. Sure you don't need to overdose on grammar as a beginner, but it's my belief that you do need it. So this CD shares the drawbacks of pimsleur, but in addition is of generally poorer quality and organization. I can't believe all the 5 star reviews as well, also if you click on some of the names, surprise surprise, they have only written a couple of reviews, one heaping effusive praise on this product, and one making some negative comments about a competitors product. Add to that the similarity of content, and the tone that reads like it was written by the marketing dept, well I will let people draw their own conclusions. Sadly compared to other languages there are relatively few products for learning mandarin, and nearly all of them are poor quality. So I have no other recommendations.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Irregulars: Roald Dahl and the British Spy Ring in Wartime Washington; Author: Visit Amazon's Jennet Conant Page; Review: Unfortunately I was unable to finish the book. I read about a quarter of the book, but I found it didn't really grab my attention, and soon some of the other titles sitting on my bookshelf started to look more attractive. The book just plods along and just isn't particularly interesting.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Growing Object-Oriented Software, Guided by Tests; Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Freeman Page; Review: This book seems to have been well received by the TDD community, however I was somewhat disappointed. I might write a fuller review later, but for now I will just make some brief points. Some time ago I read the original book on TDD by Kent Beck. I wasn't that impressed to be honest. I disagree with the approach of test driven development. That is you write a test first, then do the minimum to make your application pass the test, then you add more tests, then you add more to the application etc. Normally I don't follow this approach as it seemed somewhat nonsensical. Instead I design my classes, then I tend to write tests to cover areas I regard as problematic. That isn't to say I follow a waterfall approach, as my program evolves, I often need to redesign certain aspects. Back to the book. The first part gives a brief overview of TDD. Those without experience in this might feel a bit lost. The second part of the book gives a few more details about the process of TDD and the author's approach to OOD. The third part discusses an extended example which is an Auction sniper program. Basically the authors approach to TDD is to use appropriate tools to automate the build/deploy/test process and enable end to end testing of the application. These tools include "WindowLicker", "JMock", "JUnit", "Hamcrest" I didn't really care for the extended example as I found it kind of tedious. Also the problem with extended examples like this is when you put the book down for a few days and come back to it, you have trouble picking up where you left off. In addition I sometimes found it hard to follow how the tools work. Really the book's message can be summed up as "use TDD, test your application end-to-end", illustrated with a long Java example. To be honest my reaction to the long example was, "holy cow that is a lot of tests for such a basic application". If you don't use Java and you don't use the tools mentioned I can't see it as being that useful. If you do plan on using the tools mentioned, you might be better off reading dedicated tutorials rather than this book. Also although the books discussion on OOD was reasonable, other books are better, so I wouldn't read the book for that either. In summary then although this is an OK book, I just didn't find it that interesting or useful. Most people who liked the book appear to be experienced with the tools and TDD, and hence found reading the book quite easy and also compatible with their own views. People who aren't experienced with Java and/or TDD might be better to look elsewhere. Let me say as well (not really trolling here) that TDD has become kind of a cult. Long before TDD came about people were writing good and bad software. After the appearance of TDD, people are still writing good or bad software. Also every few years something new seems; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Japanese for Everyone: A Functional Approach to Daily Communication; Author: Susumu Nagara; Review: I decided to give this book a short review. I think this is an excellent text but it is really only suitable for what I would call advanced beginners. If you are a complete beginner you will be overwhelmed by this book. I studied beginning Japanese using another text "Japanese for Busy People", volumes I and II, quite some time ago. After I left Japan I stopped studying but recently have been doing some study again. I think the books dialogues are quite good, grammar explanations are good, the quizzes are quite fun. New vocabulary is introduced at a reasonable rate. I think this book is one of those books where people with a bit of experience love it, because it reinforces what they already know at a reasonable rate, as well as improves their knowledge. Complete beginners will dislike it (unless you are a language learning genius) because of the high density of information, and the rapid introduction of hiragana. Some kanji is used but typically the first use on the page has hiragana as well. In conclusion then this book is excellent, especially for those looking to review basic Japanese. However it's not for complete beginners. Also you should know hiragana before tackling the book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Programming Python: Powerful Object-Oriented Programming; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Lutz Page; Review: I've programmed in Python before, but haven't used it for a couple of years. I was looking for a refresher, as well as some example applications. Firstly note that this book isn't an introduction to Python, nor is it a reference. The author makes that clear in the preface, instead referring you to the other titles he has written. Also the book covers Python 3.x. Perhaps those who are interested in earlier versions should get the previous edition of the book. On the other hand while there are some changes between the two versions, reading the book wouldn't be a waste of time if you are interested in Python 2.x I liked this book in the sense that if I looked up a particular topic, I often found his discussion reasonable and could get some useful idiomatic python code to use. On the other hand, the author intends this book as a tutorial. When I tried to read through it as a tutorial I just found it falling a bit flat. Also at around 1600 pages I doubt I would have the endurance to read through it from beginning to end. I guess the main problem with the book is that you are interested in one particular area to use Python, say web development, or interfacing with databases this book would probably have insufficient detail, and you would want a specialist book in that area. Also I found the authors writing style somewhat verbose. Another issue is that those people who want to build a GUI for instance may not be interested in his choice of tool Tkinter. In conclusion, this book does have some useful information, I didn't really like it. While it is hard to pin down the reasons for my dislike, I guess it is because he tries to cover so many topics, that not all of them are covered that well. Also it is not always clear who the audience is, beginners may find his explanations to terse, whereas those who have some familiarity with python may wonder why he is pointing out the obvious. I recommend people who are looking to develop a particular application in python, instead get a book more focused on their area of interest. Those who are new to python should avoid this book also. Those who are looking for a python 3.x refresher should find a book that's a little less weighty. It's kind of annoying all those people who have received a free book from O'reilly giving it a five star review. Although they disclosed it, it now makes me suspicious as to how many other five star reviews are given by people who enjoy getting free books, and haven't disclosed the fact.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Influencer: The Power to Change Anything; Author: Visit Amazon's Kerry Patterson Page; Review: Others have written excellent critiques of this book, so I will just add my negative vote. While the 'case studies' were somewhat inspirational, the whole book just didn't have enough substance and dragged on far too long for the amount of material.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: SharePoint 2010 Development with Visual Studio 2010 (Microsoft Windows Development Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Eric Carter Page; Review: I was quite disappointed by this book. I have yet to find a decent book on Sharepoint development. Obviously it is hard to find an author capable of producing one as there is no official training kit for the certification exam objectives (or even an unofficial book that covers the objectives) (as at the date I'm writing this). Let me start with the good points. I think the authors write reasonably well and when they explain things you can usually understand what they are discussing. Unfortunately as I progressed through the book I kept waiting for the substance and it didn't really arrive. This book is not that useful and commits the same cardinal sins as many other programming books. Namely it resorts to going through the object model / api / features in a systematic fashion but only dumps information (including numerous tables) outlining various features with some brief introductory descriptions. Any examples boil down to the equivalent of a "Hello World!". You never really come to a situation where they present various real world business scenarios of why you would want to do something, and then a tutorial of how you do it. Essentially parts of the existing product documentation are reproduced but less comprehensively. Unfortunately it is much easier for authors to churn out books that just present massive dumps of features and trivial examples but never really going into when you should use those features, and what kind of problems they solve. Development in Sharepoint seems a relatively comprehensive undertaking and I'm starting to think that if the out of the box features are inadequate and you need a heavily customized solution then you might want to consider another platform. In conclusion if you want a bit of an overview of developing for Sharepoint 2010 in Visual Studio with descriptions of the API and some simple examples without much context, then this is OK. If you are looking for something more comprehensive with examples of actual business scenarios and more full-fledged solutions look for another book. Sorry I can't suggest one as I haven't discovered it yet. Both Sharepoint 2010 and Dynamics CRM are sadly lacking in good programming books.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blowing My Cover; Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Moran Page; Review: I enjoyed reading this book. I didn't think it was as bad as some people say. Yes the author may come across as a bit self-absorbed and naive at times, on the other hand I believe she was honest. I'm sure many of us weren't that different when we were at that stage of our lives we just would be a bit more selective about what we put into print. Most of the criticisms she makes of the CIA do seem to be justified and I can understand her annoyance at some of the rules. There are other books that people can read if they want some jingoist flag waving account of life at the CIA where everyone is a brave hero defending democracy. No doubt there are many dedicated staff at the CIA but the organization obviously could use some changes. She doesn't use real names in the book but often mentions her two best friends "Emma" and "Emily". Then later in the acknowledgements she thanks her invaluable friends Annie and Amy (full names are listed). Are Annie and Amy the Emma and Emily in the book? You be the judge. In summary this a quick and easy read and reasonably interesting account of her life as a CIA case officer. Anyone who is interested in working at the CIA or life as a CIA officer should read this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finance and the Good Society; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert J. Shiller Page; Review: I'm a fan of Shiller's other books such as Irrational Exuberance and Animal Spirits. However I was disappointed with this book. The first half of the book discusses the major players in the modern financial system. I didn't really enjoy this part of the book as most moderately informed readers already know the various roles, and the discussions didn't really seem to have much point. Some chapters such as the one on insurance had some somewhat bizarre comments. For example Shiller complained that the media made too big a deal about the gulf of mexico oil spill. According to him the spill wasn't really much of a problem since most people had insurance and got some compensation for their losses. I found these remarks insensitive and lacking insight. The second half of the book was somewhat better although the chapters were uneven. Many of them appeared somewhat aimless and not really contributing to some sort of cohesive theme. He spends too much time making excuses for some of the problems with the modern financial system. I believe in capitalism and markets, but I think there is plenty of room for improvement. In summary I was very disappointed with this book, I didn't enjoy reading it, and I found some of Shiller's arguments poorly considered.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Practical CSS3: Develop and Design; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Mills Page; Review: Overall this is a reasonably good book on CSS3. Positive points are that Chris writes clearly and explains things well. I thought he made good choices about what to include in the book. Some of the other review give more detail about the good points so I will discuss some of what I perceived as shortcomings. Firstly I didn't think it was really hands on enough. I would've preferred to see a more tutorial approach. Often I find that just reading a book puts me to sleep, I really need lots of stuff to engage me. Secondly one thing I like to do with books on HTML5, CSS, javascript etc is steal their designs ! However with Chris's book I wasn't that impressed with the end result. The end result just didn't look that slick and professional. Thirdly he adopts a chatty writing style and makes a quite a few jokes. The problem with jokes like this are not everyone shares the sense of humour, and also when you reread something at a later date the humour starts to become annoying. With regards to humour it seems that a lot of programmers including Chris like Monty Python. Maybe if you are like me and are extremely irritated by Monty Python, avoid this book !!! ha ha. A couple of other points to note. This book assumes you have experience with HTML and CSS. If you lack either of these consider a different book or do some online tutorials first. If you are new to CSS, a book which starts from the basics is CSS3: The missing manual. This remains in my opinion the best introduction to CSS. The last thing which annoyed me is that I went to the website and tried to find the official download materials, but couldn't locate them!! Maybe they are there and I couldn't see them, but I wish they made the link a bit clearer. Perhaps use some CSS3 to highlight it ! LOL. If anyone knows where they are let me know !!! Thanks.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Web Game Developer's Cookbook: Using JavaScript and HTML5 to Develop Games (Game Design); Author: Visit Amazon's Evan Burchard Page; Review: Back in the late 1970s popular video games included 'Space Invaders', 'Galaxian', later in the 1980s we got games such as 'Kung Fu Master', 'Donkey Kong', 'Pacman' etc. It is now over 30 years since those games were released. In my opinion it should be possible for people with a bit of work to construct games with similar sound, graphics quality and perhaps playability. I hoped a book like this would help someone create games like the above. Unfortunately I was quite disappointed. This book is essentially a series of very basic introductions to certain game engines. However there is not much depth, and the 'games' that you end up producing are very very basic. Not even up to the quality of a basic tetris or space invaders style game. If you have even a little knowledge of game programming this book is likely to be too basic. On the other hand if you are starting out programming, it doesn't go into the basic principles enough. Unfortunately there are so many bad books about game programming. Some of them are just introductions to programming with a basic game introduced in the last chapter. Others introduce a basic game such as a platform game, and then just have a few chapters of hand waving where they are supposedly teaching how to build a first person shooter or real time strategy game. Few books 'cut to chase' and actually teach how to build a decent game from the ground up. What the author wrote is not that bad I suppose, but he would've been much better off maybe concentrating on just one or two games in the book and giving the reader a more decent end result. As an example in Chapter 6 the author is teaching how to build a "Street Fighter II" style game. Sorry but the end result which involves moving a couple of primitive sprites around and doing "rock-paper-scissors" doesn't cut the mustard. Obviously many contemporary commercial games have big teams and big budgets so you aren't going to produce one in your basement, but given the advances in technology, it should be possible to teach someone how to produce something comparable to a decent 8-bit style game. Unfortunately I can't recommend any books unconditionally. However those with a knowledge of javascript looking for a game programming introduction could look at a book such as "Foundation Game Design" by Rex van der Spuy. This book is basic, but I think very clear and well written. If you have more programming experience try the book "Pro HTML5 Games" by Aditya Shankar. He teaches how to build a real time strategy (RTS) game and an "Angry Birds" style game. No you don't get exactly starcraft or angry birds, but with a bit of imagination it is similar. The "starcraft" taught in Chapter 10 of Burchard's book is not even remotely like starcraft. By the way if anyone knows any good game programming books let me know. Unfortunately game programming remains something of a "black art". Maybe my expectations were too high, but; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Dance Music Manual: Tools, Toys and Techniques; Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Snoman Page; Review: Unfortunately I didn't really like this book. It covers a lot of topics, mostly in not much depth, and in many cases not especially well ! Also the biggest flaw, is that it doesn't really teach you how to do anything. The book consists of mostly introductory theory, definitions and background information. There isn't much in the way of tutorials in the entire book. After finishing this book, you might know some more background information, but you won't have got your hands dirty actually making dance music, and unfortunately for many people (if you already have a beginner's level of background knowledge), you won't be any closer to achieving your goal of making music. So in conclusion if you don't know anything at all about music theory, synthesis, and the technology of music production this will give you a bit of background information and key definitions. But if you are looking for tutorials and actually making different kinds of tracks this book is a big failure. I'm sure someone will come along and tell me I was mistaken about the purpose of this book, but whether or not that is true, I didn't find the book useful and in fact was quite annoyed because I was looking forward to it. I'm going to look for another book and will update this review if I find some good tutorials.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Filmmaker's Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide for the Digital Age; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven Ascher Page; Review: Be sure to take a close look at the contents before buying this book. The vast bulk of this book is about every conceivable film and video technology from the last 100 years. Most of which is obsolete and you probably don't care about. And even if you did care about a particular technology, you would be better off getting some technical information specific to that piece of equipment. The actual information on how to actually make a film is reasonable, but in my opinion you would be better off consulting superior and more detailed sources. For example if you are looking for information on cinematography you could check out the classic book 'The Five C's of Cinematography', or the more recent 'Cinematography: Theory and Practice'. If you are a complete beginner and want to just make better videos for youtube look to a book like 'How to Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck'. In conclusion this book is OK, but contains a lot of obsolete technical information, and there are better sources regarding the actual art and practicalities of film making.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The DSLR Filmmaker's Handbook: Real-World Production Techniques; Author: Barry Andersson; Review: Lately I've been reading a few different books on filmmaking. I borrowed this one from the library. In my opinion this is a pretty good introduction to the basics. If you already have experience maybe this book is too elementary and you would be better to refer to more specialized texts in areas of interest. One thing that I like about this text is that it does include some hands-on / step-by-step information. Even though I don't use the same brand of camera (Canon 5D Mark III) I still found the steps helpful and I could look to perform similar steps on my camera. In conclusion this book does a good job of covering the issues beginning filmmaker's need to be aware of, but experienced DSLR filmmaker's might be better to consult more specialized sources for in depth information.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pro ASP.NET Core MVC; Author: ADAM FREEMAN; Review: This is a generally a good book, and the author definitely has considerable expertise in the area, however a few aspects of this book may make it unsuitable for particular audiences. The organization of this book is a tutorial using a sports store example, followed by an indepth reference on various aspects of asp.net core. The sports store example is not bad, but it is the same one he uses in some of his other books, so now I feel a bit sick of it. If he wants to continue working with it he should add more features. The reference section is also OK, but he goes into a great deal of depth, depth that may overwhelm some people. Also a lot of the material he covers I feel many users won't ever really need, so it ends up just being kind of dull and also potentially confusing. Many of the examples are chosen to show how things work under the cover, rather than being the standard way to do things. This could be confusing to some readers. I think this book is unsuitable for the following audiences for the given reasons Beginners to asp.net core: Book is too detailed and all the digging into the product internals may overwhelm some people Beginners to web development: Book is definitely not suitable as it skips over the basics and dives into this particular product People who want to focus on the main features: Book spends a lot of time looking under the cover, sometimes hard to get the big picture People who want lots of examples they can cut and paste into their own projects : Lots of examples use non-standard approaches to illustrate a point about how asp.net core works People with limited time: Book is verbose and goes into a great deal of detail Sadly I haven't found a book I really like on asp.net core yet. There are a few online tutorials good for starting with, there is this book that has a lot of depth on how asp.net core works under the hood. But not much in between. So in conclusion this is a great book for those who really want to understand in depth how the product works, but those with other goals might find the book has too much detail and doesn't get to the point quick enough.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Python Data Science Handbook: Essential Tools for Working with Data; Author: Visit Amazon's Jake VanderPlas Page; Review: This book is not bad, but not great either in my opinion. The author obviously knows his stuff and covers the material in an accurate and competent manner. However there are a couple of flaws in my opinion. Firstly this book is quite dull, I've read other data science books that are more engaging. For example he might discuss matplotlib and go exhaustively through many options. That is fine, but boring, in my opinion it might be better to do things in not quite as much depth but more in the context of a realistic analysis. Secondly this book can't decide if it is a reference or a tutorial. The author gets a bit carried away showing too many features, I often found myself nodding off or losing my concentration. With so many online references, it might be better to concentrate on being a tutorial and not try to show so many features. Or perhaps separate each chapter into a tutorial and then a reference. On the other hand I realize that some readers might want this extra depth, so I'm just saying what I personally would have preferred. A related problem is that the material can quickly go out of date, I already found some options to be deprecated when running code. Thirdly, I question some of the organization of material, he often introduces some aspect, doesn't explain it properly, and then returns to it later on to explain it in more depth. An example is the Scikit-learn pipeline object, he starts using this leaving me puzzled and only later returned to explain it. This kind of issue was relatively common. In conclusion this is a decent book and certainly not a bad book, but more suited for particular audiences. This book would be good for those looking for a reference and relatively detailed information on a particular topic. Not so suited for beginners, I think they would be confused, or overwhelmed. People with some experience who are looking for more of a tutorial could be bored. It is worth noting as well that there are so many python data science books, but nearly all of them not very good. Relative to the other books, this is probably one of the best. In contrast there are a number of excellent books that use R.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Man for All Markets: From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market; Author: Visit Amazon's Edward O. Thorp Page; Review: This is an interesting but uneven autobiography. I found the chapters on his early life a bit dull, and some of the anecdotes didn't really ring true (like the one where he claims to have broken into his school office to search through some records). Also maybe it was just me, but some of the stories were quite similar and often along the lines of I was top of the class, top of the state, did some awesome experiment etc due to my own intelligence, but sometimes when I didn't do well it was all someone else's fault. (I have no doubt he is very intelligent, but it is kind of annoying to take all the credit for your successes, but when something doesn't go well, someone else is to blame. Maybe we are all like this to some degree though). The book picks up after the first few chapters and his exploits in the Casinos and early days of investing are the highlights. Later in the book he digresses into a discussion of principles of good investing etc which has all been done many times before and in more depth by other authors. So in conclusion, I will say that this is a good book that is worth reading, but some parts are a little dull and also repeat material commonly discussed in many investing books. The highlights are in the middle when he discusses topics like his research into gambling and counting cards.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The 100 Greatest Console Video Games: 1977-1987; Author: Visit Amazon's Brett Weiss Page; Review: This is a reasonably interesting book. The author basically goes through his 100 favorite console games from the era. Each section has some discussion of game mechanics, information about how the game was received at the time (from reviews in magazines such as Electronic Game magazine), and also quotes from interviews with the programmers (from other sources rather than new interviews). However the book is let down by a couple of annoyances, firstly the font is inexplicably tiny !! Aging gamers better not lose their reading glasses. Also the book has nowhere near enough screen shots. Lots of games don't have a screen shot and when there is a screen shot sometimes it is too small. Why not have a couple of large screen shots per game, some reviews have this, but nowhere near enough. Yes sometimes the screen is mostly the same and one large shot would suffice, but nevertheless there are lots of reviews that would benefit from more and larger screen shots (of different levels, different scenarios). So this is a decent book, but probably only good for a single read, also let down by a couple of annoyances.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Data Science Handbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Field Cady Page; Review: I'm only going to give this book a brief review as I didn't find it very useful and didn't finish reading it. What the author wrote is not terrible, but the book has one pervasive flaw and that is the amount of coverage and explanation on any given topic is so brief as to be almost pointless. Beginners are going to need a lot more explanation, detail, and hand holding, whereas experienced data science people aren't going to find the cursory coverage of topics much use. Experienced data science people should look at the table of contents and ask themselves am I really going to learn anything from 1-2 pages of material on topics on a topic such as neural networks or decision trees. I'm sure someone is going to tell me the point of a handbook is brief coverage of many topics, well maybe, but in this case the coverage is far too brief. Also the book doesn't exist in a vacuum and in addition to many vastly superior competing books there is comprehensive information available online for basically every topic and software library. This book is a waste of time for beginners and experts alike.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Asian Slow Cooker: Exotic Favorites for Your Crockpot; Author: Visit Amazon's Kelly Kwok Page; Review: I'm a big fan of slow cooking. Some of the advantages of the slow cooking process include tenderizing tough cuts of meat, energy efficiency (costs less than heating the oven), easy to clean (low temperatures mean less burning or scorching of food that is tough to remove), convenience (can just put all the ingredients in and leave for the day), use less meat (the slow cooking really extracts the meaty flavor, so less meat is necessary). I often cook casseroles and stews which can be put on early in the day and have them ready at dinner time. Using a conventional oven might take 2-3 hours which would make the timings impossible on a busy weekday. Also I normally cook large quantities and then freeze portions for use later. I find that dishes such as casseroles, stews and so on freeze and reheat well. So now we come to this book from Kelly Kwok, most of the recipes are for cantonese style or north american chinese takeout style dishes. Although there are well known dishes from other asian countries thrown in as well such as teriyaki chicken, thai red curry, chicken adobo, banh mi sandwiches etc. Anyone with a familiarity with asian cuisine is likely familiar with the dishes as they are the standards from the different cuisines. From my perspective this book has a number of flaws (some minor and one more major) One minor flaw is that some of the recipes don't involve the slow cooker (noodle dishes, fried rice etc), I thought all the recipes would be for the slow cooker. The biggest problem with this book is how she has tried to adapt standard dishes such as beef & broccoli, cashew chicken, kung pao chicken, sweet & sour shrimp to using the slow cooker. It seems so pointless to cook these dishes in the slow cooker. They can be cooked in a wok or fry pan in a few minutes !! Why bother putting them in the slow cooker for 3-4 hours, especially if you are going to sear the ingredients in a skillet first ?? There is just no advantage ?! The usual advantages of the slow cooker seem not to apply to this style of dish. The fact that 90% plus of the dishes in the book can be prepared more efficiently just using a wok seems to undermine the raison d'tre of the book !! I guess the author Kelly Kwok must have wanted to put a novel spin on these standard recipes, but really this book would have been better as a book called Asian Takeout Favorites or similar and just used a wok (although that book market is more saturated). People who might want to use a wok to cook these dishes could be in trouble as they don't know how much Kelly has changed the recipes for the slow cooking process. Yes you can prepare sweet & sour chicken in a slow cooker, but what is the point ? Just use a wok ! You can always prepare the ingredients earlier and; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Down Where The Spirit Meets The Bone; Brand: Lucinda Williams; Review: I am giving this 5 stars because 6 or 7 are not available. This album is AWESOME. I listen to it over and over and rather than getting sick of it, my appreciation grows with each listen. She has been called one of the great American songwriters and this is Exhibit A through T to substantiate it. Her voice is incredible. You FEEL this music. I bought three or four for Xmas presents so look for some 5 star reviews before New Year's.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life's Too Short; Brand: Marshall Crenshaw; Review: I wish they had 4 1/2 because this album/CD is better than a four but not quite a five. The quality and catchiness you expect from Marshall Crenshaw. Not his best, to be sure, but another fine effort. He has set the bar pretty high.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Storytone; Brand: Neil Young; Review: What a concept: 2 albums in one. From years of seeing Neil Young in person, it was always interesting to see him break from convention and take an electric song and play an acoustic version (Hurricane, Mr. Soul). Now, you get both. Sure the orchestra is a little heavy, but the two versions provide some interesting contrasts. I like some of the solo versions better than the orchestra versions, but for some, it is vice versa. Neil keeps on keeping on. Who knows what he will do next. Long May You Run...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mary Jean & 9 Others; Brand: Marshall Crenshaw; Review: Marshall does it again. A great group of songs from one of the greatest stylists ever. How did this guy not get to be a megastar?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reflections; Brand: Graham Nash; Review: What a great compilation of an extraordinary career. All the classics are here from the days of the Hollies to recent solo and CSN work. Well worth the investment. Great to hear Military Madness and Immigration Man again. They are still timely unfortunately.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's in the Bag?; Brand: Marshall Crenshaw; Review: I have two ratings for this album. If I judge it relative to other Marshall Crenshaw albums, it gets four stars. Very good solid stuff, but not the first album I would go to if I had 45 minutes and was jonesing for MC1. I am loved his first two albums and think that some of his other albums have gotten a bum rap because they did not hit those heights. But compared to other music and albums out there, it deserves a 5. Not as catchy as his usual hooks, but more thoughtful and mature in content and substance. Rock On Marshall. He is truly a hidden treasure. People really need to wake up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaggedland; Brand: Marshall Crenshaw; Review: This is not my favorite Marshall Crenshaw album and by a fair amount. But it is a Marshall Crenshaw album so it is quite good. It has some great cuts like Right on Time to open the album. This fits in with the best of his earlier work (which I worship, daily). Sunday Blues and Someone Told Me are great also. I am less enthralled with Gasoline Baby. His voice sounds great. I think we are going to see fewer and fewer albums from this underappreciated great, so I am going to enjoy this one and keep my eyes peeled for more.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: Ray Villafane's Pumpkins; Author: Visit Amazon's Ray Villafane Page; Review: My artistic skills are not at the same level as the wonderful that was shown in the book. I guess it will take a lot of practice to get to their level to match the pictures, then there will be something that will do it all for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Drywall: Professional Techniques for Walls & Ceilings (Fine Homebuilding DVD Workshop); Author: Visit Amazon's Myron R. Ferguson Page; Review: I thought I would get something more out of this, something new. This may be a good starter book for the novice. You can get as much or more out there on youtube.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jim Cramer's Stay Mad for Life: Get Rich, Stay Rich (Make Your Kids Even Richer); Author: James J. Cramer; Review: I found much of the material to be the same thing I do now, GET RID OF DEBT first then save, save save. I'm not sure that I'll follow Mr. Cramer's advice about choosing no more than 30 securities though. I'm near retirement and I feel that having that few options may hurt more than being more diverse. I will take some of his advice and distill some of his knowledge for my needs though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflote): Vocal Score; Author: Ruth Martin; Review: I won't be using my baritone voice in any productions, but it's nice to know the words in German.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jim Cramer's Real Money: Sane Investing in an Insane World; Author: James J. Cramer; Review: I bought all Mr. Cramer's books trying to get into his head. There is redundancy, but that's not all bad. Not to discredit Mr. Cramer, but I think I like my system what to buy/sell and when a bit better. I have issues with some of his choices, that's why I bought all the books to get into his head.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flat Belly Diet!; Author: Visit Amazon's Liz Vaccariello Page; Review: Doesn't work for me. Didn't have the willpower; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Silk Road Internet Address & Password Logbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: She'll not forget them again. No more scraps of paper laying around the computer, couch, DR table or the other places she frequents with the laptop. Encrypt the site so she still knows what it is and write done the correct password. That's all it took so passwords don't have to be reset each time roaming.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dust & Decay (Rot & Ruin); Author: Visit Amazon's Jonathan Maberry Page; Review: Grandson loved it. He has the entire series. He'll probably want more as they the series expands. Hope he branches out to other authors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dog Days (Diary of a Wimpy Kid); Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Kinney Page; Review: I have 2 grandsons in Holland that love the series. They feel a bit old now though. So I bought this set for my grandson here. He loves to read and he has similar interests with the Dutchies.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beating the Street; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Lynch Page; Review: I liked his selection when I 1st started playing with the market when he was with Fidelity. Now I'm retired and hunting different strategies from known writers. I thought this to be an easy read and not challenging.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Very Best of Eagles; Author: Visit Amazon's Eagles Page; Review: Been working with it, but not mastered. I enjoy reading music, just not keeping up with the masters. I'm not broken yet.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The New Comprehensive A-Z Crossword Dictionary; Author: Redentor M. Tuazon; Review: Having never used one before, I found this to be lacking in answers for the crosswords. When the clue is multi-word, I found it to be useless, wow, that's most of the puzzle. Many of my needing an answer for a clue fit that category. It was interesting to look through.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Merriam-webster's Crossword Puzzle Dictionary; Author: Merriam-Webster; Review: Not what I thought it would be. I had a few searched on idioms, but they didn't show up, so I did it the hard way, I went online to find what I was looking for. I would say it does alright though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Children's books : " The Lucky Monkey ",( Illustrated Picture Book for ages; Author: Visit Amazon's Efrat Haddi Page; Review: Our grandson is reading with minimal assistance. He likes the animation. We ready the same story, at his request, and he's needs less help and meaning of all words. We'll continue with the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Webster's New World College Dictionary, Fifth Edition (with CD-ROM); Author: Editors of Webster's New World College Dictionaries; Review: Bought for 2nd grapes to look up words from my crossword puzzle. We use it every time he comes over. Even though it takes all night for 4-6 words he likes flipping the pages.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Avery Address Labels with Sure Feed for Laser Printers, 1" x 2-5/8", 750 Labels – Great for FBA Labels; Brand: Avery; Review: I don't know how Avery continues to improve on products that seem to work so well, but they manage to find ways to tweak their labels to make them even easier to use. These labels work as promised - no jamming in my printer, the print is legible and clean, and the labels peel off like magic. I've used Avery products for years and I'm never disappointed. These labels are no exception. They zip out of my printer in a jiffy, and the labels are great to use on all sorts of packaging. I ship a lot of things in the craft bubble mailers, and these labels stick like a charm.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guided Products ReBinder Original Corrugated Recycled Binder, 1 Inch (GDP00004); Brand: Guided Products; Review: First of all...hooray! I love the idea of useful products made out of other useful products, products that can then be recycled themselves. This binder is one more step in the right direction. The one-inch size is perfect for some of the things I need around the house. I like having a convenient three-ring binder on my desk to store papers that I'm not necessarily going to keep forever but need to store for a while and keep handy at the same time. This binder does the trick. I also like the kraft look - it's easy to draw or write on, a feature that I think would be very attractive to kids. I admit to getting a bit creative with the Sharpies myself. Having said that, however, this binder is not that sturdy. It's holding up fine for my use, but it doesn't leave my desk area at home. The corrugated cardboard would not hold up in a kid's backpack. In fact, I can easily bend it with almost no pressure at all, so imagine how this thing would look after one week of being banged around in a backpack, kicked around on the bus or squished into a locker. Water from a water fountain or that stray milk carton in the cafeteria would spell the demise of this binder. So, if you want a more eco-friendly product for light use, this line of products might fit the bill. If you need sturdier materials because you want products that will last for quite a while, you'll want to keep looking.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pilot Bottle 2 Pen (B2P) Retractable Premium Gel Roller Pens Made from Recycled Bottles; Dozen Box, Fine; Brand: Pilot; Review: I've got a bit of a reputation at the office as a hoarder of office supplies. I prefer to think of myself as a...connoisseur. I try all the new pens that my company orders, and I jumped at the chance to try one of these Bottle to Pen pens. I really like this pen! I thought it would be flimsy or that it wouldn't write any better than my other pens, but I was wrong. This thing has a great grip. It's large enough to hold on to but small enough to still be comfortable in my hand. The gel ink produces a smooth, clean line. I've been using the new(er) Sharpie pens and I love those. I was happy to keep that as my go-to pen, but this B2P pen is so good that I've been using it almost exclusively for the past week. I have to sign a lot of documents, and this pen has been great. The ink doesn't smear - even on the super slick color copy paper. Considering how much I really like those office supplies, I've been generous and have given out a couple of these pens to coworkers, asking them to report back to me what they think. It's a solid thumbs up from my fellow cube dwellers; we like these pens. I'm now hoping to get these in the order rotation for our company (and red would be perfect for all those editing tasks). It's great to have a reliable, recycled product that works well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Post-it Notes, America’s #1 Favorite Sticky Note, 4 x 6-Inch, Canary Yellow, Pack of 12 Pads (659); Brand: Post-it; Review: This is one of those items that makes me want to smack my forehead while proclaiming, "Why couldn't *I* invent something like this?" Post-its are so simple and so useful. I admit that I can't remember a darn thing if I don't leave a note for myself. I like to use Post-its because I can stick them nearly everywhere (my steering wheel is a favorite - saves me the inconvenience of driving to work without my lunch, my presentation, my sanity...). They can be reused for a time, so I can get two or three notes out of one sheet (yep, I'm *that* cheap). The colors make them so visible. And now that Post-its are made out of recycled paper, they're even better. The quality is still the same, and the notes are still convenient. It's difficult to provide a novel review of such a dependable, ubiquitous product, so I won't even try. These recycled Post-its are convenient, useful, and surprisingly affordable for the number of notes in each pack.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Post-it 654-18BRCP Notes, 3 x 3-Inches, Jaipur Collection, 18 Pads/Cabinet Pack; Brand: Post-it; Review: This is one of those items that makes me want to smack my forehead while proclaiming, "Why couldn't *I* invent something like this?" Post-its are so simple and so useful. I admit that I can't remember a darn thing if I don't leave a note for myself. I like to use Post-its because I can stick them nearly everywhere (my steering wheel is a favorite - saves me the inconvenience of driving to work without my lunch, my presentation, my sanity...). They can be reused for a time, so I can get two or three notes out of one sheet (yep, I'm *that* cheap). The colors make them so visible. And now that Post-its are made out of recycled paper, they're even better. The quality is still the same, and the notes are still convenient. It's difficult to provide a novel review of such a dependable, ubiquitous product, so I won't even try. These recycled Post-its are convenient, useful, and surprisingly affordable for the number of notes in each pack.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Park 2-in-1 Giftcard-e-lope, Giftcard Mailer with Greeting Card Built-In, Assorted Holiday Decorated Designs, 4.5 x 6.3125; Brand: Quality Park; Review: This is a handy little product to have if you want to spruce up a gift card that you're sending to someone. This particular pack has a Christmas theme, so if you're sending cards for Hanukkah (like I tend to do more so than for Christmas), this isn't the theme to pick. However, the card folds over to enclose your gift card, and there's room for you to write your personal message to the recipient. The kit comes with 2 cards and 2 envelopes. I'm not sure that if I saw this in the store I would buy it for this price. But when you consider that these have built-in greeting cards, you can assume that if you dished out the money for a couple of over-priced greeting cards, you'd be spending more money than on this produc. You actually probably come out ahead. This is a nifty idea and the cards are quite cute and festive. The cards work exactly like they're supposed to - no surprise there. I only rate this 3 stars because I don't see that it serves some real need that I have in my seasonal gift card mailing, but it does provide an attractive alternative to shoving a gift card in a plain envelope and mailing it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 3M Whiteboard Eraser for Whiteboards, 2-Pack, White/Blue (581-WBE); Brand: 3M; Review: Whiteboards are great tools, but if you leave marker on the board for too long they can turn into an awful mess (regardless of whether the marker was either a "whiteboard" marker or a permanent one) with lots of shadowing that makes it difficult to read. Therefore, I was really excited when I read the blurb for this product and how it was specifically designed to clean those issues up. I have one of those whiteboards with a lot of shadowing so it was the perfect opportunity to test the eraser. Unfortunately, it really didn't make a difference with my board. Eventually, after much scrubbing and adding water to the rougher side the whiteboard did come somewhat clean but the shadowing still exists. After doing this test, I decided to just try it against a napkin that I had and I honestly think that worked better and didn't cost me a thing. Does it erase markers from a whiteboard? Yes. Does it do it any better than anything else? Not really.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Post-it Full Adhesive Roll, 1 in x 400 in, White, 1-Pack (2650-W); Brand: Post-it; Review: I have crates and crates of books and I like to label the crates so that I can easily tell what books are in which crate. I normally just write on or print out address labels for this, so I figured that this Post-it adhesive roll might prove to be easier. I like the tape. It is easy to write on and the color is eye-catching. I didn't have any issues with the tape dispenser, although it was challenging to get just the exact amount of tape I wanted to use. Unfortunately, the tape doesn't stick for very long on the Rubbermaid containers I use, so it does me no good for that purpose. However, I have used it to label glass and hard plastic without any problems so far. Would I go out of my way to buy this tape? No. I think my old way of using address labels works just fine for what I need. But the tape is pretty and functional if you use it on certain surfaces.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Five Star 7-Inch Tablet Sleeve with Loop Handle, Blue (72414); Brand: Five Star; Review: Just got a new "fablet" with a 7-inch screen and really needed something to both carry and protect it. This tablet sleeve is basic, but covers what I need. The zipper runs a little less than half way around the sleeve, with it starting just on the left side near the top, and going a little more than 3/4 of the way down the right side. This allows the fablet to fit nicely into the case without any trouble. It also features a small, unzippered mesh pouch on the front which will probably be good for some small accessories like a USB and power cable. There is nothing really special about this case, but you have to like something that just does what it is intended to do.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quartet Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, BOLD COLOR, EnduraGlide Whiteboard/White Board Markers, Assorted Vivid Colors, 12-Pack (5001-VECR); Brand: Quartet; Review: Fine points and darker (but vibrant) colors on these markers make writing very legible on white boards. The fact that they feel like normal pens in your hand rather than a marker also makes it much easier to control, draw and write. In addition, I was easily able to erase all colors without shadowing on multiple different whiteboards without having to spray some special solution even after they had dried for a while, which is sometimes a problem. For these reasons, these pens have now replaced the markers I used to carry with me to meetings and I can't give a better recommendation than that. The only issue with these markers are that the caps that they decided to use. Someone decided that to make the top a "cool design" but there is literally no function and it makes the markers bulkier than they should be (as well as not able to sit flat next to each other). There is also the fact that the cap seems to be made so that you could stack them with the other markers but the bottoms of the markers do not fit into the caps, so it is a completely useless design feature than actual impairs storage. I consider this to be a minor flaw but it is something that may cause a major headache for some people.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Montana Men Arrested With $4.25 Million Worth of Marijuana Go Free; Abstract: Two Montana men arrested for possession of 900 pounds of marijuana had their charges dismissed when a judge ruled the seizure was illegal.; Category: news
Title: Shepard Smith leaving Fox News; Abstract: Longtime Fox News host Shepard Smith is leaving the network after 23 years, saying he plans to "begin a new chapter."; Category: news
Title: Feds to drop weapons charges to protect gun control efforts, sources say; Abstract: A case once touted by ATF and federal prosecutors as a crackdown on an illicit AR-15-style weapons factory near Los Angeles is now seen has having the potential to pave the way to unfettered access to one of the most demonized guns in America.; Category: news
Title: Brooklyn shooting: 4 dead, 3 injured at gambling site in Crown Heights; Abstract: New York police say four people were killed and three others injured in a shooting at an illegal gambling site in Brooklyn.; Category: news
Title: Environmentalists' new target? Charmin toilet paper; Abstract: Critics say Procter & Gamble contributes to deforestation and should use recycled materials for paper products; Category: finance
Title: Charlize Theron Talks 'White Privilege,' Growing Up During Apartheid in South Africa; Abstract: Charlize Theron, during an onstage discussion with her "Gringo" costar David Oyelowo about philanthropy at Thursday's annual fundraiser for Nigerian children's educational and health program GEANCO, said she was a beneficiary of "white privilege" while growing up in Apartheid-torn South Africa. "I obviously am a white person who benefited from my white privilege," Theron said; Category: movies
Title: Caught On Camera: Suspect Sought In Sunday Church Arson In Longmont; Abstract: Longmont police are searching for a man suspected of starting a fire inside Central Longmont Presbyterian Church early Sunday morning.; Category: news
Title: Nevada gambling bosses move to bar Wynn from casino industry; Abstract: The complaint filed Monday by the state's Gaming Control Board lists sexual misconduct allegations that have been lodged against the mogul since January 2018. The complaint asks Nevada's Gaming Commission, which acts on the board's recommendations and has final say on licensing, to fine Wynn and revoke his status as being found suitable to be licensed in the industry.; Category: finance
Title: Miller-Budweiser battle over corn syrup now includes accusations of corporate espionage; Abstract: In one more twist in the corn syrup wars, Anheuser-Busch accused brewing rival MillerCoors of stealing its recipes and other trade secrets.; Category: finance
Title: 'Totally avoidable': 3 construction companies fined for deadly Seattle crane collapse; Abstract: The state of Washington fined three companies involved in a crane collapse that killed four people in Seattle, determining it was "totally avoidable."; 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: 2 shots of mountain snow and wind for Front Range this weekend; Abstract: DENVER -- There are two shots of mountain snow coming on Friday, then on Sunday and Monday. Snow overspreads the mountains on Friday with gusty wind of 30-70 mph. There will be 1-2 inches of accumulation at the ski areas and across the high peaks. Highs will be in the 30s and 40s. In Denver, it will go from sunshine to partly cloudy skies with breezy west winds of 15-30 mph on Friday ...; Category: weather
Title: Weapons seized from alleged neo-Nazi leader in Washington state; Abstract: A man who Seattle Police say is the Washington cell leader of a neo-Nazi group isn't allowed to own any guns for one year, according to a court order.; Category: news
Title: Small cans lead to big sales for Coca-Cola; Abstract: Good things came in small sizes for Coca-Cola last quarter. The company reported sales that topped forecasts, thanks in part to a double-digit increase in volume for its 7.5-ounce mini cans.; Category: finance
Title: Man beats peeping Tom to death after catching him outside girlfriend's window; Abstract: A Florida man has been arrested after catching a peeping Tom outside of his window and beating him to death.; Category: news
Title: 'He fought them,' father says of son killed on birthday defending his family in home; Abstract: Brenton Estorffe, an Australian living in Texas, was died defending his family.; Category: news
Title: 3 US Army soldiers killed during training at Fort Stewart, officials say; Abstract: Three U.S. Army soldiers were killed during training at Fort Stewart in Georgia, according to officials.; Category: news
Title: Turf, ego and dollars: Denver anti-gang activists rethink strategy as new "hybrid gangs" form; Abstract: A new type of gang -- quick to violence and difficult to track -- is ensnaring Denver's young people and driving the number of teens killed in the city to a level not seen here in recent years.; Category: news
Title: California tribe regains island it calls center of universe; Abstract: Indian Island off the coast of Northern California was the site of a massacre, a place that was contaminated by a shipyard and flush with invasive species. It's also the spiritual and physical center of the universe for the small Wiyot Tribe, and it now belongs to them almost entirely after a city deeded all the land it owns on the island to the tribe during a packed signing ceremony Monday. "It's a really good example of resilience because...; Category: news
Title: Body of ex-soldier, 34, who 'was known to frequent California motels' found wrapped in tarp in trunk of abandoned Lexus; Abstract: Police say the body of Adrian Darren Bonar, 34, of Escondido, California, was found in the trunk of a car parked on a dirt lot in Ananheim by high patrol officers who were about to tow the vehicle.; Category: news
Title: Arizona quietly suspends Medicaid work requirement; Abstract: PHOENIX (AP) Arizona quietly suspended plans to require about 120,000 people to work, volunteer or go to school to receive Medicaid benefits, as courts have taken a dim view of similar mandates in other states.; Category: news
Title: Under Armour founder Kevin Plank to step down as CEO; Abstract: Chief executive is stepping down at the sporting goods company he launched more than two decades ago; Category: finance
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: Expert questions decision to withdraw nutrition from Colorado girl whose mother is now charged with murder; Abstract: Even if Olivia Gant's medical condition was as severe as her mother led others to believe, there's no reason the girl couldn't still be alive today with proper medical management, a children's hospice expert said.; Category: health
Title: Ex-Russian Olympics official who drew wrath of Putin arrested by ICE in South Florida; Abstract: A former Russian Olympic official once publicly ridiculed by President Vladimir Putin was arrested Tuesday morning by U.S. immigration agents at his South Florida home.; Category: news
Title: Man, grandson reel in huge trout on South Platte River; Abstract: DENVER A man and his 8-year-old grandson each caught huge trout on the South Platte River on Tuesday. Boden Lewis and his grandfather Jim Cleveland were on a guided fly fishing trip about an hour south of Denver. Young Boden reeled in a 27-inch trout that was estimated to be 6 to 7 pounds before it was released. Cleveland one-upped his grandson, catching a 28-inch trout before releasing it.; Category: news
Title: President Trump: 'We're Building A Wall In Colorado'; Abstract: President Donald Trump said, "We're building a wall in Colorado" when talking about border wall progress on Wednesday afternoon.; Category: finance
Title: If you buy a MAGA hat, where does your money go?; Abstract: The Post's Michelle Ye Hee Lee explains how President Trump's successful merchandise sales have altered the campaign fundraising game for Republicans.; Category: finance
Title: California sheriff's deputy shot dead, ride-along injured in 'active shooter incident,' officials say; Abstract: A police officer in Northern California was killed and another deputy was injured after an "active shooter" incident early Wednesday, according to officials.; Category: news
Title: World's largest treehouse burns to the ground; Abstract: The entire structure collapsed in less than 15 minutes; Category: news
Title: Woman doused with gasoline, set afire at Florida Taco Bell. Police arrest suspect; Abstract: Police are searching for a suspect who entered a Tallahassee Taco Bell, doused a woman with gasoline, set her on fire, then fled.; Category: news
Title: Denver metro area school and government office closures, Oct. 24, 2019; Abstract: On days with severe weather, school closures and government office closures will be updated throughout the day.; Category: weather
Title: TV reporter fired after climbing on cars live at auto show; Abstract: He climbed atop a Ford Thunderbird and 2020 Explorer, and dinged the door of another T-bird; Category: autos
Title: 'A sad day': Louisiana deputy and his school teacher wife face 60 counts of child porn and child rape accusations; Abstract: Sheriff's deputy Dennis Perkins and his wife Cynthia Thompson Perkins, a teacher, were arrested on child pornography and rape charges in Louisiana.; Category: news
Title: South Dakota inmate on death row loses 2 appeals in 1 day; Abstract: A convicted killer in South Dakota who is scheduled to be executed early next month for the fatal stabbing of a young doughnut shop worker lost two appeals on Friday.; Category: news
Title: Homeowner says a mystery object damaged his house. It didn't fall from a plane, FAA says; Abstract: Authorities including the Federal Aviation Administration have not been able to identify a canister-type object that damaged a Kentucky man's home.; Category: news
Title: Cause of death in case of murdered 3-year-old 'Cupcake' revealed; Abstract: The remains of 3-year-old Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney were discovered Tuesday in a landfill not far from the public housing community where the little girl was abducted.; Category: news
Title: 2 horses killed, 2 riders in critical condition after crash in Lake View Terrace; Abstract: ; Category: news
Title: Gunman opens fire in Georgia Walmart before killing himself; Abstract: A man who fired shots inside a Walmart store in Georgia early Saturday has died after he turned the gun on himself, police said; Category: news
Title: 7 charged after police respond to stabbing; Abstract: Seven people are facing charges after police say they responded to a fight involving a knife and baseball bat in Manchester.; Category: news
Title: Twin Storms To Bring Snow, Record Cold To Colorado Through Wednesday; Abstract: An unusual dip in the Polar Jet Stream will make it feel more like the middle of January over the next several days.; Category: weather
Title: Thirty months after fatal Firestone blast, Colorado's widening web of underground pipelines still not fully mapped; Abstract: Colorado leaders promised back in 2017 that they'd do all they could to make sure a tragedy like the Firestone home explosion never happens again. They promised comprehensive public pipeline maps and better inspections to detect leaks along underground lines. But that still hasn't been done.; Category: news
Title: Trial to begin for body donation facility accused of fraud; Abstract: Opening statements are scheduled Monday at a civil trial against a now-closed Phoenix body donation facility accused of mishandling donated human remains.; Category: news
Title: Grand Junction Fertility Doctor Suspected Of Malfeasance; Abstract: As many as nine women and men have learned through commercial DNA databases that they're all related to each other as half siblings, and they suspect a fertility doctor secretly inseminated their mothers with his sperm.; Category: news
Title: Brandon Gonzales Charged With Capital Murder In Greenville Party Shooting; Abstract: Brandon Gonzales, 23, is charged with capital murder of multiple persons and his bond is set at $1,000,000.; Category: news
Title: California struggles to keep illegal guns and ammunition from crossing state lines; Abstract: Ten special agents from the California Department of Justice were watching as a man walked out of the Big Reno Show and placed his purchases in his car.; Category: news
Title: Nearly $400M worth of cocaine and marijuana intercepted by US Coast Guard; Abstract: The U.S. Coast Guard announced that it seized nearly $367 million of cocaine and about 11,000 pounds of marijuana worth an estimated $10.1 million at a Florida port.; Category: news
Title: A secretive family landing a $4 billion haul has everyone guessing; Abstract: One of the world's richest and most discreet families must decide what to do with a massive pile of cash.; Category: finance
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: Christie's Auctioned a $40 Million Diamond. Was It Stolen?; Abstract: This is the story of one of those diamonds so exquisite it was given a cute little name: the Princie. Yet despite its diminutive moniker, the Princie is a big stone 34.65 carats that sparkles in the cheerful color of a flamingo and is valued at $40 million.; 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: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office receives 2 reports of contaminated Halloween candy; Abstract: The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said Thursday night that it had received two reports of homemade candy that appeared to be contaminated.; Category: news
Title: Amelia Bambridge: Body of missing backpacker found in sea; Abstract: The body of a 21-year-old British backpacker who went missing after a beach party on a Cambodian island has been found, according to the charity assisting her family.; Category: news
Title: Man Stopped While Trying to Roll Through Airport Security with Gun-Shaped Toilet Paper Holder; Abstract: TSA agents in Newark were surprised to discover an unusual decorative item that they thought might have been a gun. Veuer's Justin Kircher explains; Category: video
Title: Utah officials seeking information on illegal killing of elk; Abstract: ESCALANTE, Utah (AP) Authorities are seeking information on the illegal killing of a bull elk along State Route 12 west of Escalante in southern Utah in late October. The state Division of Wildlife Resources says the elk likely was shot between Oct. 19 and Oct. 22 and that officials suspect the shooter likely shot the elk from the highway and then made a U-turn to leave the area.; Category: news
Title: Missing New Hampshire couple's bodies found buried on a Texas beach; Abstract: James and Michelle Butler had been camping in their RV along the South Texas coast when they went missing in mid-October.; Category: news
Title: The Money Farmers: How Oligarchs and Populists Milk the E.U. for Millions; Abstract: Under Communism, farmers labored in the fields that stretch for miles around this town west of Budapest, reaping wheat and corn for a government that had stolen their land. Today, their children toil for new overlords, a group of oligarchs and political patrons who have annexed the land through opaque deals with the Hungarian government.; Category: news
Title: Suspect named in connection with killings of N.H. couple in Texas; Abstract: Adam Curtis Williams, 33, has been identified as the man seen driving the New Hampshire couple's truck into Mexico on Oct. 21, an official said Tuesday afternoon.; Category: news
Title: Tourists stabbed in Jordanian city near Roman ruins: police; Abstract: Several Spanish-speaking tourists were injured in a stabbing on Wednesday in Jerash, a Jordanian city popular with foreign visitors, along with a local guide and a security guard, police said, adding that a man had been arrested.; Category: news
Title: Rare purebred dingo pup dropped by eagle in Australian family's backyard; Abstract: Rare purebred dingo pup found in family's backyard; Category: video
Title: Rock tossed off pedestrian bridge, onto vehicle in north Denver; Abstract: DENVER -- A rock was recently thrown off a pedestrian bridge and onto a vehicle in north Denver. Christie Cline says she was driving down West 38th Avenue near Kalamath Street when a rock fell from the sky and onto the door of her SUV. "My son freaked out and was like, 'What's happening?' My first reaction was, 'Are you kidding me?' I can't afford to get this paid," Cline said. Cline ...; Category: news
Title: France Announces Tough New Measures on Immigration; Abstract: President Emmanuel Macron of France tried to seize control of the issue of immigration on Wednesday, as his government announced steps to make the country less attractive to migrants while cracking open the door to skilled foreign workers.; Category: news
Title: Injured Cowboys DL Daniel Ross arrested on drug, gun charges; Abstract: Cowboys defensive lineman Daniel Ross won't play this season after being placed on injured reserve in August because of a shoulder injury and any future availability may be impacted by a suspension. Ross was arrested on Wednesday morning in Frisco, Texas. The Frisco police department said, via Clarence Hill of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, that [more]; Category: sports
Title: Man arrested in Texas Halloween party shooting freed days after cop said he was '100%' guilty; Abstract: Brandon Gonzales, a suspect arrested in the deadly shooting at a Halloween and homecoming party in East Texas, has been released from jail.; Category: news
Title: William Shamblin Accused Of Hitting UPS Driver, Stealing Truck In Boulder; Abstract: Boulder police arrested a man after they say he assaulted a UPS driver and stole a delivery truck.; Category: news
Title: 40 Fun Facts About Jennifer Aniston; Abstract: ; Category: tv
Title: 4 High School Students Killed in Texas Car Crash That Also Injured 3: 'We Grieve Together'; Abstract: 4 High School Students Killed in Texas Car Crash; Category: news
Title: Dangerous fugitive in case of slain couple caught, authorities say; Abstract: The bodies of James and Michelle Butler were found on Padre Island last week.; Category: news
Title: Aurora man sentenced to 16 years for hate crime; Abstract: An Aurora man who shot his gender-fluid neighbor in a hate crime has been sentenced to 16 years in prison. According to a release from the Arapahoe County District Attorney's office, a jury convicted 41-year-old Jonathan William Hultquist in September of attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault and a bias-motivated crime for shooting and seriously injuring his 54-year-old neighbor. He was sentenced Monday. The release said neighbors...; Category: news
Title: Donald Trump Jr. reflects on explosive 'View' chat: 'I don't think they like me much anymore'; Abstract: After a heated appearance on "The View" Thursday, Donald Trump Jr. talked about the experience later that day with Sean Hannity on Fox News.; Category: tv
Title: One of FBI's Most Wanted fugitives offers surrender; Abstract: One of the FBI's Most Wanted fugitives says he wants to surrender but claims his offers are being ignored by the United States government.; Category: news
Title: 3 charged with smuggling gun parts from US to Saudi Arabia; Abstract: LOS ANGELES (AP) Three Saudi nationals were charged in Southern California with violating federal export laws by buying $100,000 worth of gun parts in the U.S. while on student visas and smuggling them to Saudi Arabia, federal prosecutors said Wednesday. An indictment returned this week charges Hatim Humeed Alsufyani, 36, and Mosab Alzahrani, 27, with conspiracy and knowingly exporting weapons parts without a license, the U.S. Department of...; Category: news
Title: Another Palm Beach County juror may be jailed in new contempt case; Abstract: Right on the heels of a national controversy over a man jailed for missing jury duty, another South Florida juror now faces the possibility of being put behind bars.; Category: news
Title: How Michael Bloomberg became the richest man in media; Abstract: Entrepreneur Michael Bloomberg's estimated $52.4 billion net worth dwarfs the value of president Donald Trump's real estate empire. Just how did Bloomberg, the Boston native and son of an accountant and a secretary, amass so much wealth?; Category: finance
Title: Eleven charged in major drug ring bust: Country's largest seizure of carfentanil, police said; Abstract: Eleven people have been accused of taking part in a major drug ring that sent truckloads of carfentanil a drug 100 times more potent than fentanyl across the country, including $2.4 million worth of drugs that were seized in West Nyack, New York.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Ansteys Beach Self Catering and Backpackers; City: Durban KwaZulu Natal; Review: What a lovely place! We stayed in the Seaview Cottage for 5 weeks with our family of 4. The apartment is well equipped and the ocean view is gorgeous. We used the pool every day and the kids loved it! Heidi´s Café is a must for breakfast and coffee. We really recommend Anstey´s and we hope that we can return one day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ansteys Beach Self Catering and Backpackers; City: Durban KwaZulu Natal; Review: We spend 5 weeks at Ansteys and we had such an amazing time! Our two small children played in the pool every day and there is also a little childrens play area. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Heidi's cafe on the premises is great for breakfast, coffee and smoothies!! We would recommend this place anytime!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Champagne Castle Hotel; City: Winterton Drakensberg Region KwaZulu Natal; Review: We stayed at Champagne castle for one night with our two kids. The rooms were clean and the view was fantastic! The dinner that was included in the room deal was ok. It was a buffet and a decent amount to choose from. The surroundings were great for walking with small children. There is a little animal farm on the premises with rabbits, horses and birds. We were the only family with children at the hotel! We would recommend this hotel anytime!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BIG4 Whiters Holiday Village; City: Lakes Entrance Gippsland Victoria; Review: We stayed in a Hibiscus cabin and it was extremely worn down, dirty and very small. We do not recommend anyone to stay in this cabin, not even for one night! The playground was pretty small but it was ok.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Discovery Parks Robe; City: Robe South Australia; Review: The playground was amazing! The kids loved it and kept busy for a very long time. The park is pretty small which is nice and the cabins are great. The staff was very friendly and helpful! The location of the park is perfect, right by the lovely beach.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pelican 1170 Case With Foam (Silver); Brand: Pelican; Review: I bought this case to replace a Glock-brand locking firearm case which broke way too early given the use conditions. My first impression of this case was that it is very tough and durable, has plenty of room for a single, compact frame, semiautomatic handgun and two magazines. It doesn't pull open at all with the 7/8" shackle padlocks I bought to go with the case based on recommendations from other reviewers (Master Lock 140T is a perfect fit -- two pack, keyed alike. Link below.) The perforated ("pick and pluck") foam inside is very dense and protects well, and I was easily able to carve out spaces for the contents using a utility knife. The latches are very solid and feel nice when opening and closing. Here are the locks I got; they work very well with this case. Master Lock 140T Solid Brass Keyed Alike Padlock with 1-9/16-Inch Wide Body and 7/8-Inch Shackle, 2-Pack; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flying Wheels 25 Bicycle Bike Shifter Brake Cable Tips; Brand: The Flying Wheels; Review: Effective and inexpensive! They crimp easily and fit tightly. No need to pay more when these are more than adequate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BV Bicycle Strap-On Bike Saddle Bag/Seat Bag/Cycling Bag; Brand: BV; Review: Great bag. I got medium and it's perfect for my repair kit, spare tube, phone, and a couple odds and ends. Very well thought-out design, from the reflective strips to the clip points on rear and bottom for lights etc. Quite lightweight and the expander is handy for when I want to stuff it full.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schwinn 5 in 1 Floor Pump With Gauge; Brand: Schwinn; Review: Sturdy, compact, and effective. The multi-valve head works great. Pumps quickly and efficiently. Built-in gauge is super handy also. Multiple swivels help position the hose perfectly. Tucks nicely out of the way with handy tube storage clips. Edit: see photos of the 2-in-1 head with attachments; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunlite Deluxe Reflector Kit; Brand: Sunlite; Review: All four reflectors mounted easily on my bike in about ten minutes. Easy and effective!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Friendly Swede Silicone 7 LED Bike Light Set of Headlight and Rearlight, White and Red …; Brand: The Friendly Swede; Review: Bright, lightweight, easy to put wherever you want, and a great value. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Rubie's Costume Co - Wonder Woman Toddler; Brand: Rubie's Costume Co; Review: My daughter love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DC Comics Super-Girl T-Shirt With Cape Costume; Brand: ; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Marvel Women's Universe American Dream Classic T Shirt, Multi, Small; Brand: ; Review: Nice; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Angcoco Women's Long Sleeve Sexy V-Neck Back Slit Bodycon Denim Dress; Brand: Angcoco Womens Dresses & Skirts; Review: Very nice; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MiYang Women 's Long Sleeve Chiffon A-line Lace Stitching Trim Mini Dress Ivory ,Small; Brand: ; Review: Looks cheap; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lilax Little Girls' Rose Printed Dress with Glitter Bolero; Brand: Lilax; Review: Gorgeous!!! Excellent quality. I love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mini Melissa Ultragirl Cinderella Slip-On Flat (Little Kid); Brand: Mini Melissa; Review: I love Melissa shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Children's Place Girls' Solid Woven Jegging; Brand: ; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capezio Little Kid/Big Kid DS03 Canvas Dance Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Good quality but runs too small; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SheSole Womens Low Heel Dress Pumps Rhinestone Peep Toe Wedding Shoes; Brand: ; Review: Hice Shoes. Go 1/2 size up; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Scooby-Doo and the Monster of Mexico; Brand: Casey Kasem; Review: Kids love it, and it is voiced by most of the originals so why not? It is entertaining and like most of the other Scooby movies the kids will sit and watch it all the way through. We got it for 5 bucks, so at that price it is totally worth it. Also, unlike many other cartoons/shows today, it is decent enough for adults to watch as well. Most kid movies today and I just can't stand to watch them. I would recommend this installment highly to those who love Scooby.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Despicable Me 2 (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: Pierre Coffin; Review: This is a rare sequel that is just as entertaining as the first. The music, characters, and contraptions are great. I didn't think the story was as strong in this film as the first, but it is still a must have if you liked the first movie. I don't think anyone could be too disappointed with this one. So if you are looking for a good movie that you and the kids can handle together, this is a go... It has some very funny moments as well that will make everyone smile a lot, and even laugh a bit.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Croods; Brand: Catherine Keener; Review: I really don't know what to say on this movie. I think it is just a really middle of the road film. It has moments of action, humor, reflection, etc, but it just has a lot of flaws. I thought the idea of the movie was great. I thought the actors did well. But the story itself had some real issues. I wasn't big on the artwork or design in the film. It was almost too much for me. My kids enjoyed it, but unlike other movies they have they haven't put this one on more than the one time. This should be a red flag for many. I mean my oldest must have watched Nemo a hundred times! If you just feel you must watch this film, rent it! That or wait until it hits 5 bucks... Currently at around 15, it is not a good deal...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BEST OF THE NEW SCOOBY-DOO MOVIES, THE (; Brand: Various; Review: I don't want anyone to misunderstand this... What is included is great, but unfortunately many of the original shows were left out by Warner... I am sure they have their reasons but for the price of this collection, it is very hard to give more than 3 stars. Especially when the shows omitted are some of the best ones... If it were half the price I would give it 4 stars, and if it were complete I would give it 5. That said, I still think this is worth having if you are a Scooby fan. My kids love it, and it is nice to have longer episodes; especially ones without Scrappy! This is all pre-Scrappy, and it is fun having so many stars thrown in with the gang.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pixels; Brand: Lainie Kazan; Review: Family likes it. It is a unique take on video games from the past being created by aliens and then attacking earth. I give it a 3.5 stars though because it is very predictable as far as the lead, Sandler, goes. His movies are all the same, and that is ok. However, a little more originality would go a long way. The supporting actors run circles around him in this one. It is worth a look, but I would rent it first... If you love it, then pull the trigger... In an odd way this has a real cult classic feel to it though that is kind of fun.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: SE MZ101B Helping Hand with 4x Magnifier; Brand: SE; Review: Went to use this (for the first time) today, and one of the alligator clips is missing...; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Amprobe BAT-200 Battery Tester; Brand: Amprobe; Review: It has worked the couple of times Ive used it, so far. It loses a star because the construction is just questionable...it feels like it was made out of the cheapest plastic ever, almost like its a childs toy, which makes me wonder just how long this thing is gonna last...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MG Chemicals Liquid Rosin Flux, for Leaded and Lead Free Solder, 125 ml Bottle; Brand: MG Chemicals; Review: The lid wasn't tightened all the way before shipping, so some of it spilled out and made everything gunky.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pocket Chainsaw Survival Gear with Cutting Teeth Every Link - Protect your investment * Best Lifetime Guarantee; Brand: Stunning Gadgets Wewdigi; Review: Good to have camping as long as you're not having to chop down anything too terribly thick!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Whetstone Sharpening Stone 1000/4000 Grit - Chefic BearMoo Knife Sharpener Stone - Waterstone Rubber Stone Holder Included; Brand: Chefic; Review: Nice, heavy duty whetstone! Worked well for my husbands and sons hunting knives.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: North Texas Couple Moving Into New Home Sees It Destroyed By Tornado; Abstract: James and Sherri Wiggins were moving in to the home they'd spent six months renovating -- unfortunately it was the same weekend an EF-3 tornado touched down in Dallas.; 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: Judge: Brad Pitt, others can be sued over New Orleans homes; Abstract: The Times-Picayune/ The New Orleans Advocate reports Pitt and other foundation directors asked the court to remove them from the lawsuit, saying they weren't personally responsible for the construction.; Category: movies
Title: Coast Guard searches for man who fell from cruise off Texas; Abstract: The U.S. Coast Guard late Thursday said it was searching for a man who plunged into the Gulf of Mexico while the ship was about 47 miles off the coast of Galveston, Texas.; 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: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle just shared a never-before-seen photo of baby Archie with his 'Grandpa' Prince Charles to celebrate his birthday; Abstract: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared a new photo of Archie, Harry, and Charles to mark the Prince of Wales' 71st birthday on Thursday.; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: From Seed to Pumpkin (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Wendy Pfeffer Page; Review: k - 3 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How Do Apples Grow?; Author: Visit Amazon's Betsy Maestro Page; Review: Excellent non fiction to go along with apple week and teaching about Johnny Appleseed, life cycle of a plant, seasons, etc.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Latkes, Latkes, Good to Eat: A Chanukah Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Naomi Howland Page; Review: This is such a fun story!!! a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Johnny Appleseed; Author: Visit Amazon's Jodie Shepherd Page; Review: Great resource for primary children. a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apples; Author: Visit Amazon's Gail Gibbons Page; Review: She is great. Love all of her non-fiction fact books. Great for primary grades. a b c d e f g h; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thanksgiving Is . . .; Author: Visit Amazon's Gail Gibbons Page; Review: As always this is an excellent resource for primary students. ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pumpkin Book; Author: Visit Amazon's Gail Gibbons Page; Review: Another well-done children's non-fiction fact book. Great for primary grades. a b c d e f g h i j k l; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Picking Apples and Pumpkins; Author: Visit Amazon's Amy Hutchings Page; Review: Love this one. a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Halloween Is...; Author: Visit Amazon's Gail Gibbons Page; Review: As always a great resource for primary graders. a b c d e f g h i j k l m; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: P Is for Pilgrim: A Thanksgiving Alphabet (Sleeping Bear Alphabets); Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Crane Page; Review: Ideal as a read aloud for 2nd or 3rd graders. A good filler book to read a page here or there as time allows.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tin Drum; Author: Gnter Grass; Review: We LOVE music and these bells are very good quality. They have been around for over 2 years now! Great for pre-schoolers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Addy: An American Girl/Boxed Set (American Girl Collection); Author: Connie Porter; Review: She helps me teach my class about Slavery, civil rights, and the civil war every February!!! These books captivate the entire class!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thanksgiving on Thursday (Magic Tree House #27); Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Pope Osborne Page; Review: Historical fiction, interesting, with fantasy included. Great read. Lots of good info included. a a a a a a a; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The New Encyclopedia of Snakes; Author: Chris Mattison; Review: More appropriate for a middle schooler than elementary schooler. Has some great photographs but DK snakes is much better for elementary ages.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snake; Author: Chris Mattison; Review: Just wish I could have gotten it in hardcover because this book is definitely well used! Excellent illustrations. Another great book from DK.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins; Author: Visit Amazon's Eric A. Kimmel Page; Review: One of THE BEST Hanukkah books for classroom read aloud! Super! LOVE! a a a a a a a a; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashlyn's Unsurprise Party (American Girl: Welliewishers); Author: Visit Amazon's Valerie Tripp Page; Review: My daughter is 7. She reads on a very high level and can read books much more advanced than these. But developmentally these are so age appropriate for her. She LOVES the blend of text and illustrations. And she loves all the rhyming the girls do. She read through the first 5 and now we are waiting for new titles!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Slice Pizzeria; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: This place was good, but not awesome. The appetizers are expensive and small, and the service was SO SLOW!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Emeril's Delmonico; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: My husband took me here for Valentine's day, and we had a blast. The food was delicious and inventive. Our Favorite was the green onion sausage stuffed bell pepper. The only drawback is that is is super expensive. 210 dollars for just me and him, and we only had one glass of wine each. You can get good meals all over in New Orleans. I am not saying it wasn't a good meal, but it wasn't the best for the price. Just keep that in mind before visiting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bennachin Restaurant; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I would like to give this place more stars, but the dining experience was so uncomfortable due to the heat I had a dreadful time even though the food and staff were pretty good. We went with a group of about 12 people which they handled beautifully (we made a reservation) even though the place is pretty small. The plantains were very good and so were the black bean fritters. I got a chicken breast with coconut rice which was very bland. A shame considering how much I was looking forward to trying coconut rice. Our friends, however, who got the jambalaya and stew were very impressed with their entrees. So my advice is do not go during the summer...this place was SWELTERING, and get either the jambalaya or the stew for your entree! Hope this helps!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Surrey's Café & Juice Bar; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I LOVE LOVE LOVE Surrey's! I cannot wait to go there again. I got the Huevos Rancheros with a side of avacado mash. Everything was so fresh! I also liked that they had healthy food along with traditional breakfast items such as french toast and hash browns. Works well for us because I like healthy and my husband likes sweet. I would recommend to anyone. Also, it is pretty small in there and they don't take CC. So Just keep that in mind.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dat Dog; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: We decided to try this place for a quick dinner last Saturday. Upon walking in we were greeting by several of the staff. The place has that new orleansy charm that I love. We looked over the menu which was very clear and easy too read. I decided on the polish sausage with andouille sauce. We waited for about five minutes to get our order which they brought outside to us. The dog was HUGE and delicious! I ate about half and I was stuffed for the rest of the night. I look forward to going back and trying something a little more adventurous!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Thai Uptown; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I want to start by saying that this place is beautiful! The service is good, and it is in a great location. The food left much to be desired. My sister, mother and I went there for a girls lunch, and we tried many different things...none of which wowed. The calamari was a generous portion but was over cooked, and the sauce that they poured over it was way too heavy. If you get it maybe ask for the sauce on the side. We also got the summer rolls, which were just not that impressive. For the entrees we got the paht thai, which was probably the worst I've had. It was over cooked, and kind of tasted like spaghetti. We got the asparagus stir fry, which was good. I have a feeling that their stir fry might be one of their strong points. We also got the Scallop entree. The scallops were good...not great,, but not bad. All in all I would go again to maybe try some of their less traditional dishes on the menu because I heard that some of their seafood dishes are fantastic, but I would only go if someone else suggests it. I really wanted to love this place, but it just doesn't measure up. If you want great pad Thai go to The Equator in Metairie. I have yet to find one as good as theirs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cherry Blossom Japanese Restaurant; City: Kenner, LA; Review: We went to Cherry Blossom for Mother's Day with 7 people. The staff was very sweet and accommodating. We ordered the tuna tartar appetizer. It is AMAZING! It has such a wonderful fresh flavor! I definitely recommend this dish. We also got the squid steak appetizer. It was good but I have had better. We too a LONG time to decide what we were going to order for our entrees, but they weren't pushy and kept our cups full and didn't crowd us while we were trying to decide but at the same time were available. I ended up getting the super saints roll. It was good, but a little too much snow crab for me. My husband got the salmon cilantro roll. That was very tasty, but my FAVORITE was what my mother ordered. The mini roll. It was so yummy! I also tried some other rolls that other people at the table had ordered. The cherry blossom roll and the lobster roll. Both were good, but the lobster was prob my least favorite. I will definitely go there again. Oh and I almost forgot, we got a free banana tempura dessert for mothers day!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mick's Irish Pub; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I love Micks! Cheap drinks and a really good vibe.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Parkway Bakery & Tavern; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: We went here the other day looking for a quick bite after a day at the Aquarium. I got the Shrimp poboy and the people with me split a Surf and turf. I enjoyed mine, but thought the shrimp tasted kind of fishy (not in a good way) , and my friends said theirs was good, but that the debris could have had more flavor. I was kind of put off by the prices. Around 5 dollars for sweet potato fries?! We also shared the bread pudding with rum sauce, and that was very yummy! I might get shot for saying this, but I kind of preferred Mahoneys. They are expensive too but I feel like the quality is better. Also, I was surprised that there was no oyster poboy on the menu.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vega Tapas Cafe; City: Metairie, LA; Review: We went to Vega Tapas Cafe for my sister's birthday last night. We had 8 people all together. We weren't sure where we were going until the last minute so I was afraid we would have to wait without a reservation but They sat us right away. Our waiter was very patient with us and gave us as much time as we needed to look over the menu. We finally decided on 16 Racions (which are larger than the tapas). That made it 2 per person, and we shared everything. We liked pretty much everything, but I was a little disappointed with the gazpacho. I ordered it with the lump crab meat, but they were out so they brought it out without the crab meat (the cheaper version). It just felt really lacking, and no one really like it. I love gazpacho so it was a pretty big disappointment for me. Everything else that we ordered was devoured! The things everyone seemed to like the most were the ceviche, and the scallops over butternut squash. The service was wonderful and they have half priced bottles of wine on Mondays! I would definitely go again! Also, it wasn't as expensive as some of the other Tapas restaurants in New Orleans ($190 for 8 ppl), which is always a plus!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cowbell; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I would really like to give this place more stars, but I had a couple of issues with it. First off...communal tables. They are not for me. It is so awkward sitting in such a close proximity to people you don't know. I felt like the people sitting next to us were listening to our conversation and that I needed to whisper to not disturb them. My second issue was that the service was ok, but the waitress was so quiet I could not hear anything she was saying and had to ask her everything twice...I don't have hearing problems but it was like she was whispering. Okay so now on to the good part...The food! The mac and cheese was AWESOME! SOOO CHEESY! I can even get over the fact that a small bowl of it was 6 dollars. Me and the hubby split a burger and got the zinfandel onion topping. It was AMAZING! Try it! Also, the homemade ketchup was good, and so was the other creamy sauce. Fries were good. So NO complaints in the food department. I really want to go back and try the fish tacos, but I really did not enjoy the atmosphere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Young's Garden Chinese Restaurant; City: Kenner, LA; Review: Young's is awesome! Their food is delicious. The service could be better some days, but their food more than makes up for it! Try the Empress Lo Mein!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Velvet Cactus; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: I am glad I didn't listen to reviews and decided to try this place. I thought it was really good and had a nice.atmosphere. The service was decent even though they were super busy. There seems to be a lot of reviews complaining about price. What do you people expect Taco Bell? My husband and I got two drinks, an app, and an entree to split and spent about 35 dollars. That doesn't seems excessive to me. Anyway we tried Four tacos for our entree. Not only were they tasty, but also larger than expected. We enjoyed them all but our favorites were the Deep South and the Corona Shrimp. The salsa was delicious. We also got the dip trio for an app. The queso and guac were amazing! The bean dip could have had more flavor. Anyway, I would def go here again. We didn't catch happy hour but they seem to have pretty good happy hour deals so I will come back for that! Happy Eatings!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fat Molly's; City: Kenner, LA; Review: This place is AMAZING! It is my favorite restaurant in Kenner. They have awesome appetizers. Some of my favorites are cheese curds, and the Wings with Tiger Sauce! Oh! and I can't forget the fried pickles! The salads are really great as well. All the dressings are house made and super delicious. And of course, the pizza! I have yet to try one of their specialty pizzas that I don't like. The owners are really nice, and they have great foursquare specials as well as weekly specials. Try this Joint out NOW!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenner Seafood; City: Kenner, LA; Review: Don't bother with Over-Priced Smitty's or Harbor. Kenner Seafood is THE BEST place for seafood in Kenner. Everything that I have had is awesome. They have very good shrimp poboys and seafood platters. The side are delicious. My favorite is their mac and cheese. Also, the onion rings are REALLY good. I eat seafood when I am in Kenner but when I do this is my place!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reginelli's Pizzeria; City: Kenner, LA; Review: Reginellis in a pretty good local chain restaurant. My favorite thing to get is the Avocado and Asparagus Salad. It is huge and delicious! They also have really good sandwiches, and pizza. Actually, everything is pretty good. I have never had a bad meal from here. They also have pretty good daily drink specials during the week. I recommend: Sandwich: The Uptowner Calzone: Sergios Special Salad: Avocado and Asparagus Pizza: Smokin' Chicken; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Creole Creamery; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: This is the best place for Ice Cream in New Orleans! They have awesome specialty flavors, but also the yummy stand-bys! Try it and you will not be disappointed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Belvedere Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: Excellent location for most of the attractions and Times square just round the corner... the Hotel is clean and comfortable.. the beds especially comfortable, the rooms cleaned and re equipped daily, some of the reception staff were a bit unhelpful but as we were only in the hotel to sleep it didn't bother us...Patzeria is a lovely restaurant next door with a varied menu and also offer a delivery service to your room.. ideal after a long days shopping.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crystal Palace Studios; City: Skala Cephalonia Ionian Islands; Review: Just got back from Kefalonia staying at the Crystal palace and what an amazing Island and excellent accommodation. You could not fault this place, the owner Nick and his lovely wife and family are happy to look after you and nothing is too much trouble, from the little details of greeting you when you arrive to personally taking you to your room and ensuring everything is to your needs. The accommodation is spotless, with water in the fridge when you arrive, washing up liquid and cleaning cloths if you need them.. The food is excellent and they will cook to your needs if its not on the Menu... and all very reasonably priced too. We hired a Jeep for a day just to see the Island... which is easily done in a day.. the roads are empty so getting about is good and the locals are aware of hire cars and keep well away from you. The views are amazing and the sea so blue and clear... would definitely return to this Island and to this accommodation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Les Cotils Christian Retreat; City: St Peter Port Guernsey Channel Islands; Review: Stayed at le cotils for a long weekend and this helped make the weekend perfect. The staff were helpful and friendly and the rooms very clean and stylish.. Never slept in such a comfy bed! Only a short walk to the Port albeit uphill coming back , but nice to get the exercise. Definitely stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eurotel Altura; City: Altura Faro District Algarve; Review: Lovely hotel right on the beach. Nice and clean friendly staff and rooms nice and clean. The a la cart restaurant menu was a bit limited and the breakfast not refilled when it was empty on some food which was a shame or they were just busy, but all in all a nice hotel. Spa was nice and treatments were good.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Room2 Southampton; City: Southampton Hampshire England; Review: Stayed st this hotel as part of a package for peppa Pig world at Paultons park. Excellent hotel, the rooms are big and airy and beds v comfortable. It’s a modern hotel so everything is fairly new. There is a kitchenette in the room too. The price included continental breakfast which was perfect for us. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend and would come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: My Straight Son; Brand: Guillermo Garcia; Review: This movie show society that we are all humans. It should not be differences in between who marry whom nor whom is straight or guy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Visitor; Brand: Engin Sert; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holding the Man; Brand: Ryan Corr; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Phoenix; Brand: Chad Bartley; Review: OK; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tell No One; Brand: ; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dostana; Brand: Abhishek Bachchan; Review: OK; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boys in Brazil; Brand: Simon Phillips; Review: OK; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dishonored Bodies; Brand: Alicia Zorzano; Review: OK; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eisenstein in Guanajuato; Brand: Elmer Bck; Review: OK; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fair Haven-Original Kinofassung; Brand: ; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Schylling Children's Ceramic Tea Set; Brand: Schylling; Review: Much smaller in person than it appears online, but still cute for my daughter.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Manhattan Toy Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat 12" Soft Plush Toy; Brand: Manhattan Toy; Review: Cute, but a little stiff and scraggly. It's also smaller than I expected.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Schylling Ladybug Porcelain Tea Set Basket; Brand: Schylling; Review: Much smaller in person than it appears online, but still cute for my daughter.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TOMY John Deere Farm Pond Fish Adventure; Brand: TOMY; Review: Cute, but it looks a little cheap inside of its packaging. The quality of the product is so-so, but fun for a 4-yr old.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Mouth Feed The Frog Game; Brand: TOMY; Review: Game box had to be repaired prior to gifting this item and it looks like it had spent a lot of time on the shelf. Internal contents were fine, though. Works as well as expected.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intelex, Warmies Therapy Plush Hooty Owl - Brown; Brand: Intelex; Review: Great design idea, but this is not something you're going to snuggle with normally. It smells very nice (if you like lavender), but because this plush is meant to be heated or refrigerated, there are hard beads inside. (It feels similar/a little heavier in weight to those bean bags used in a bean bag toss game.) I purchased three and all arrived in excellent condition except this one. It had a small tear in the seam of the wing. This is a wonderful item to have handy for boo-boo's or small muscle aches, etc., but I do not know how it will hold up in the long run. This can only be surface-washed, so direct body-contact use might prove unsanitary after awhile.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mattel Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots; Brand: Unbranded; Review: It's been too long since I played with the original, but this version does not maneuver very well. The hand controls stick and the plastic is weak.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: dazzling toys Shuttle Pens 1 Dozen Prettily Designed Colored Shuttle Pen; Brand: Dazzling Toys; Review: Cheap plastic casing. Three pens out of the set did not work properly & I imagine the others will be cracking during use in the near future.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Road Rippers CAT Mini Machine Free-Wheeling Construction Playtime Truck Kit (5 Pack: 1 x Dump Truck, 1 x Wheel; Brand: Cat; Review: Toys are made of weak plastic, but fine for typical child play.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yellow Monster School Bus – Big Wheel Die Cast – Pull Back – Plus Bus Keychain Gift; Brand: Kidsthrill; Review: This is small, but cute. I love that the door opens and closes. It would be nice if the back door opened, too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WALIKI TOYS Hopping Ball For Kids Ages 3-6 (Hippity Hop Ball, Hopper Ball, Bouncy Ball With Handles, Sit &; Brand: WALIKI; Review: I bought 2 of these during Christmastime for my youngest children, but it appears I should have bought 2 more for my oldest. They all love hopping on these around the house, and it's a great way to expend some of that seemingly never-ending energy. I am pleased with their quality & durability, and that they come in different sizes & styles. Their only drawback is they take up an awkward amount of space when not in use. You could opt to deflate/re-inflate them each time, but that doesn't seem practical & would probably loosen the plug. (Note: I bought the handheld pump along with these & that was a great time saver.) My only complaint was the extreme difference in delivery time between both items. I did purchase them separately, but one was received in the weeks before Christmas and the other came in early to mid-January, even though the time exchange between the placement of both orders was small. (The blame is not entirely on the sender for this lag. I believe this is due to my changeover to Amazon Prime midway into my online shopping, which may have sent one expedited and the other regular. Even so, I find it hard to understand how any shipment would take that long to process, expedited or not. So, to avoid sharing issues, I waited until both were received to give them to my kids, making them essentially non-Christmas gifts.) On a sidenote: please be certain you have ample open space for children to bounce around & ensure there are no edges protruding or steps nearby. I know that seems like common sense, but...well, you know.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Panache Women's Holly Bandeau Bikini; Brand: Panache; Review: THIS FITS REALLY WELL. YOU CAN BELIEVE THE SIZE THAT IT SAYS. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS TOP TO ANYONE WITH A FULL FIGURE; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jessica Simpson Women's Sasa Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: I WAS REALLY BUMMED... I WEAR A LOT OF JESSICA SIMPSON AND I AM DEFINATELY A 7.5 AND THESE WERE TOO BIG MY FOOT WASNT SUPPORTED. SUCKS BECAUSE I HAD TO PAY FOR RETURN POSTAGE. BUY A HALF SIZE SMALLER; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steve Madden Women's Xternal Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: I love the shoes, but I only wore them twice and they are coming apart at the one and only seam. overall very disappointed with the shoe for the cost; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Natori Women's Seamless; Brand: ; Review: I WISH THE STRAPS TIGHTENED THE OTHER WAY; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jessica Simpson Women's Avalona Dress Boot; Brand: ; Review: IF THEY FIT THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE BOOTS; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sassy Sexy FLEXIE Women's Strappy Vamp Stilleto Platform Heel Pumps Shoes New; Brand: DREAM PAIRS; Review: UNCOMFORTABLE; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jack&Chris Ladies Handbags and Purses Tote Bag for Women Leather Shoulder Bag; Brand: Jack&Chris; Review: VERY NICE LEATHER BAG; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: eshion Women High Heel Strap Sandal Ankle Open Toe Platform Pump Shoes; Brand: ; Review: SHOES FIT A LITTLE WEIRD; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: BCBGeneration Women's BG-Gracie Dress Sandal; Brand: ; Review: VERY NICE LEATHER; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Women's Extreme High Fashion Pointed Toe Hidden Platform Sexy Stiletto High Heel Pump Shoes; Brand: ; Review: very uncomfortable; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fashion Women's High Heels Short Boots Shoes Platform Pumps Black Boot; Brand: MDR Store; Review: they fell apart after 1-2 wearings. very very disappointed; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Steve Madden Women's Dyvurse Platform Pump; Brand: ; Review: runs really big; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jessica Simpson Women's Evans Platform Pump; Brand: ; Review: pretty; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rodeo M6 Aviator Full Field Magnifying Sun Reader Sunglasses; Brand: RODEO; Review: Flimsy. They broke already and I didn't do anything to them that they would!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Canon CLI-251 GY Gray Ink; Brand: Canon; Review: Good price on this Canon ink package. Seller shipped very quickly. The packaging is very solid without being wasteful. Love being able to order one of each for my printer all at once.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon Office and Business MX922 All-In-One Printer, Wireless and mobile printing; Brand: Canon; Review: Very nice printer that does a great job. Instructions are a little vague and that's my only complaint on the printer so far. Scans well, feeder works great! Love the larger capacity paper tray that feeds from the front. Don't use fax function, so can't vouch for that area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Le Petit Mouse Wrist Cushion, Blue; Brand: Imak Products; Review: This wrist cushion is fairly small, but I have small wrists, so it works for me. I do find relieve using it since I spend a lot of time using my mouse.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scotch Box Sealing Tape Dispenser H180, 2 in; Brand: Scotch; Review: This makes taping up boxes for shipping SO much easier! Less wasted tape, much more efficient!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon PGI-250XL Pigment Black Ink, Twin Value Pack, Compatible to MG5520, MG6620, MG5420, MG5422, MG5522, MG5620, MG6320, MG6420, MG7120,; Brand: Canon; Review: Work great in my Canon printer; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brother TN315BK High Yield Toner Cartridge - Black - Laser - 3500 Page - 1 Each; Brand: Brother; Review: As expected, good product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swingline Paper Trimmer, Guillotine Paper Cutter, 15" Cut Length, 15 Sheets Capacity, ClassicCut Pro (9115); Brand: ACCO Brands; Review: Works great, good size for home office use!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HP Printer Paper, Multipurpose20, 8.5 x 11, 20lb, 96 Bright, 1,500 Sheets / 3 Ream Carton; Brand: HP Paper; Review: Nice quality paper and works well in my printer. High quality results.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Color Card Stock Paper, 11" x 17", 50 Sheets Per Pack - White; Brand: S Superfine Printing; Review: Very nice quality for my graphics projects; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: #10 Security SELF-SEAL Envelopes, Windowless Design, Premium Security Tint Pattern for Secure Mailing, Ultra Strong QUICK-SEAL Closure; Brand: Aimoh; Review: Nice product for a very reasonable price; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Hon Machi Sushi and cocktails; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: I love the relaxing environment here, I have been here several times. This time I tried the off menu special they were having of Baked Lobster Rolls. Amazing. The staff was very attentive and courteous. The overall experience was just what we were looking for, something simple with great food in a nice cozy place where we could relax. Thanks Jackie!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers; City: Chandler, AZ; Review: Came in for an early lunch. My wife and I were among the first in for the day. The first thing we noticed was the sticky floor and tables that did not appear to be wiped very good. For being first customers of the day I would expect to be walking into a cleaner situation. It was clean swept, no garbage, and very organized so I knew they do have a cleaning routine. They just need take it to the next level and a little more detail to the finishing touch of being clean.
I had the bacon burger which was very good. I liked the jalapeno fry sauce they had. My wife had the Chicago dog and half of my burger because the dog was bland and over priced. Next time we will stick to Sonic for a quick Chicago dog. Salted caramel milkshake was good. All in all not a bad experience, but I probably won't be returning anytime soon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Teakwoods Tavern & Grill; City: Gilbert, AZ; Review: I love the grilled fish tacos here on Fridays. They are what keep me coming back. Food and service are good for being as busy as they were. My wife and I really enjoy the time here. The one thing I would recommend for this location is it is very noisy. There is outside seating that is less noisy like we prefer. I will keep coming back for Friday grilled fish tacos!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SaDec Bistro; City: Mesa, AZ; Review: This place used to be one of our regular places to go. But after last time when we had to wait almost 45 minutes for bland food after ordering we were hesitant to go back. However we did. We were in no rush so we were prepared for a wait. The food took a long time to get to us for what we expected because the place was not too busy, but nothing like the previous wait. This was long but acceptable.
The food was great this time. Good flavor in the Pho and the dish my wife ordered.
Service was a little slow but unlike previous times the server was actually trying take care of people which helped make a better impression on us. And to their credit they did have a help wanted sign out front.
We will come back again because the food here is very good for us. Just hope they get some good help and service times improve.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SaDec Bistro; City: Mesa, AZ; Review: This place used to be one of our regular places to go. But after last time when we had to wait almost 45 minutes for bland food after ordering we were hesitant to go back. However we did. We were in no rush so we were prepared for a wait. The food took a long time to get to us for what we expected because the place was not too busy, but nothing like the previous wait. This was long but acceptable.
The food was great this time. Good flavor in the Pho and the dish my wife ordered.
Service was a little slow but unlike previous times the server was actually trying take care of people which helped make a better impression on us. And to their credit they did have a help wanted sign out front.
We will come back again because the food here is very good for us. Just hope they get some good help and service times improve.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SaDec Bistro; City: Mesa, AZ; Review: This place used to be one of our regular places to go. But after last time when we had to wait almost 45 minutes for bland food after ordering we were hesitant to go back. However we did. We were in no rush so we were prepared for a wait. The food took a long time to get to us for what we expected because the place was not too busy, but nothing like the previous wait. This was long but acceptable.
The food was great this time. Good flavor in the Pho and the dish my wife ordered.
Service was a little slow but unlike previous times the server was actually trying take care of people which helped make a better impression on us. And to their credit they did have a help wanted sign out front.
We will come back again because the food here is very good for us. Just hope they get some good help and service times improve.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Real Vampires Take a Bite Out of Christmas; Author: Visit Amazon's Gerry Bartlett Page; Review: The characters are all entertaining with enough danger and suspense to keep you reading. The use of comedy only adds to the likability of the characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Real Vampires Say Read My Hips (Volume 11); Author: Visit Amazon's Gerry Bartlett Page; Review: I loved it. Gloriana finally gets her man! If you've read the other books in the series you'll really want to read this one. This could either end the series satisfactorily, or it could move the characters in an entirely new direction.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lost (Sin Hunters, Book 3); Author: Caridad Pieiro; Review: It was suspenseful with exciting characters.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scandalous Miranda; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Sizemore Page; Review: This book fits well with the rest of the Primes Series. The characters from prior books appears again in this book. The main characters were first seen in prior books. I liked the continuation themes found in the book. It is a book that can be read as an independent selection, but when included with the series, it's great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chained (Decorah Security Series, Book #3): A Paranormal Romantic Suspense Novella - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca York Page; Review: When Isabella was in danger, Matthew's spirit keeps her safe. This is a story of faith in love. It has some unexpected twists that most readers will not anticipate, but will appreciate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: At Risk: A Decorah Security Series Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca York Page; Review: This book has many twists that keep the reader in suspense. The characters are varied and interesting. It is a fast read that is hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CHRISTMAS CAPTIVE (Decorah Security Series, Book #8): A Paranormal Romantic Suspense Novella - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca York Page; Review: Although this story takes place in December, it could just as easily be set in any month. The action has several unexpected turns, but the real value is the character development. It is a heartwarming story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If He's Noble (Wherlockes); Author: Visit Amazon's Hannah Howell Page; Review: Primrose's life is changed forever when she meets up with Bened Vaughn. Thanks to his special gift, Bened feels he must help keep her safe from dangerous relatives. The plot is fast moving with twists and turns that are not always expected. There are numerous moments that make the characters real to the reader. The addition of the Sherlock and Vaughn gifts give it a paranormal slant as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost of a Chance (Chintz 'n China, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Yasmine Galenorn Page; Review: I was often surprised by the unexpected plot development. The reader becomes very involved emotionally with Emerald and her family. The story is suspenseful and sometimes down right scary, but it is also warm and humerous. humerous too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legend of the Jade Dragon: A Chintz 'n China Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Yasmine Galenorn Page; Review: Emerald and her family draw the reader into a series of adventures and misadventures. Ms Gorenorn develops her story with enough plot twists to keep any reader guessing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder Under a Mystic Moon (Chintz 'n China Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Yasmine Galenorn Page; Review: Emerald's life continues to be mixed with both danger and wonder. The reader will find it heartwarming and also scary. It is a great addition to the Chintz 'm China Series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Hex of a Wedding (Chintz 'n China Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Yasmine Galenorn Page; Review: Every bride has things that don't go exactly right the days leading up to her wedding. Emerald's wedding had everything go wrong except for the groom's devotion. If you've read the other Chintz 'm China books you will love this story. If you have not read them, this story will stand alone, but you are cheating yourself out of a deeper enjoyment by not reading the others first.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Question Of Honor (Silhouette Special Edition, No 529); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay McKenna Page; Review: What a perfect hero! Give me a man like Noah! The story is suspenseful and exciting but also very sentimental. The heroine gets the kind of man she deserves but only after overcoming several big obstacles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Surrender; Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay McKenna Page; Review: It takes a near death experience before Clay can let go of his hatred for Aly's brother. Then he was ready for love. Now Aly has to be able to forgive him for all the times he has crushed her feelings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return of a Hero; Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay McKenna Page; Review: Publicly Branded a traitor to his country, it takes seven years to set the record straight. McKenna keeps the reader in suspense because Morgan,s true identity might be discovered before his innocence can be proven.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dawn Of Valor (Silhouette Special Edition, No. 649 Love and Glory); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay McKenna Page; Review: Using a flashback, McKenna ties the three books in her series,Love and Glory, together. We learn the story of Chase and Rachel Treyhern. If you watched MASH on TV, you will like this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Single Undead Moms Club (Half-Moon Hollow Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Molly Harper Page; Review: Msn Harper has combined humor, romance, and the paranormal to form a story that's hard to put down. She brings back characters from earlier books which made it even more enjoyable for me. On a more serious side, Harper reminds us to judge others by their actions not their ethnicity, family backgrounds, or positions in society. Harper uses humor to teach us how to get along with others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Cat (A Leopard Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Feehan continues to produce a "can't put it down story". Her leopard stories blend suspense with explicit love scenes that somehow transcend sex and become pure love. Her characters are dramatic. The reader easily becomes involved with the story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Ghost ('Dark' Carpathian); Author: ; Review: Feehan continues to deliver excellent stories. Her thrilling encounters with vampires are balanced with thrilling love scenes. This book was hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mystic Warrior (Rogue Angel); Author: Alex Archer; Review: When Annja Creed is asked to consult for a movie, she discovers clues to an ancient treasure. Unfortunately, a murderer, a dealer in illegal antiquities , and a security expert also want the treasure. She is followed and attacked wherever she goes. This story is filled with danger and suspense.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rafe and the Redhead (Real Vampires); Author: Visit Amazon's Gerry Bartlett Page; Review: I really enjoyed the story about Rafe. He was a favorite character from earlier Bartlett books. I'm glad he got his own story. It was exciting and kept the reader involved.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Heat: An Alpha and Omega novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Briggs Page; Review: When Charles and Anna visit an old friend to buy a horse they encounter a face who steals children. This story is suspenseful and full of danger. It is also a story of family love. I found it a fast read that was hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreamwalker (Stormwalker) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer Ashley Page; Review: I found the story gripping. It was good to read about characters found in former books. In this story evil versed good. The past bleeds into the future in the form of dreams.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Hawk (Jackson Hole, Wyoming); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay McKenna Page; Review: This book is a romance with an extended family setting. Characters from prior books make the story double enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willow Brook Road (A Chesapeake Shores Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryl Woods Page; Review: It was a real pleasure to return to Cheasapeake Shores with the O' Brian family. The story reminded me again that love and family make life worth living. This warm hearted story will leave you feeling hopeful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shameless: A Bitter Creek Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Joan Johnston Page; Review: All kinds of heartbreak that happened years ago effect the lives of three generations of Greyhawks and Flynns. This book tells the story of how part of the trouble is overcome. It leaves several characters up in the air. This reader can hardly wait to see how they overcome their past history.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Promises ('Dark' Carpathian); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Freshman has written about the Carpathians in so many books I did not believe she could surprise me. I was wrong. This story wraps up the lives of several characters from earlier books. It also introduces characters I hope to read about in future books. She introduced hope to ancient warriors that need it the most. I loved this story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Real Vampires and the Viking (Volume 12); Author: Visit Amazon's Gerry Bartlett Page; Review: In typical Gloriana fashion a honeymoon turns into an adventure. Bartlett mixes romance and humor with unexpected plot twists to make a story that's hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Here Comes the Vampire: A Dead-End Dating Novel (Dead-End Dating Novels); Author: ; Review: Lil is terrified she has committed to Remy while she loves Ty. Ms Raye puts Lil in a number of hilarious situations when she tries to find out if the commitment has been consummated. She adds some danger to keep the reader, and Lil on their toes. It is a fast read everyone can enjoy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saxon Lady; Author: Visit Amazon's Margo Maguire Page; Review: When the Normans storm the castle of a Saxon, no one expects the outcome. Both the conquered and the conqueror must change their plans. Neither expects an instant attraction. Love must overcome many hurdles before succeeding in bringing the hero and heroine together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadow Rider; Author: Christine Feehan (author); Review: I didn't think Msn Feehan could top her previous series,but she did. Stefano and his family seek justice for those that nobody else can help. When Francesca comes into their lives, they have new hope for a better future that includes true love.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Carousel ('Dark' Carpathian); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: When Tariq meets Charlotte, he saves her from a vampire's clutches. Ms Feehan continues to weave suspenseful tales filled with hot love scenes. Her villains have become more dangerous in each story. I can hardly wait to read about the lives of the Carpathian hunters I met in this book. The women and girls are also intriguing. I'm sure their stories will be as exciting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridal Jitters (Ghost Hunters); Author: Visit Amazon's Jayne Castle Page; Review: This is the story of Sam and Virginia. Neither is sure how the other one feels when they agree to a marriage of convenience. Throw illegal smugglers and alien energies into the mix. The result is an exciting adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Illusion Town (Harmony); Author: Visit Amazon's Jayne Castle Page; Review: If you enjoyed the Arcane Series and the books that followed it, you will find this story doubly enjoyable. Ms Castle continues to mix romance, with danger and mystery to create a story that is hard to put down. The addition of a "dust bunny" definitely adds to the reader's enjoyment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where the Wild Things Bite (Half-Moon Hollow Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Molly Harper Page; Review: Ms Harper puts a neurotic introvert with a con artist vampire. The result is a hilarious adventure in the wilderness. She adds some off beat villains to complicate Anna and Finn's attempt to survive after a plain crash in a wilderness. The story has lots of unexpected twists which keeps the reader on his/her toes. She also includes characters from earlier Half-Moon Hallow books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Starlight on Willow Lake (The Lakeshore Chronicles); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Wiggs Page; Review: When Faith and her two girls enter Alice Bellamy's life, everything changes. Susan Wiggs shows us the value of love in all it's forms-- parental, fraternal, and romantic. While Faith helps Alice's life be happier, she also finds greater happiness for herself and her family. The author pulls you into the story with her amazing characters. A great read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leopard's Fury (Leopard People); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Freshman has written another spectacular story. Alonso and Evangaline are complex characters that grab the reader's heart. The plot is exciting with hot love scenes interspersed with danger and adventure. The return of characters from previous books is a plus. It's a highly enjoyable read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Crime (Dark Series Book 27) eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: This story continues to captivate the reader just like the others in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highland Chieftain (The Murrays); Author: Visit Amazon's Hannah Howell Page; Review: Hannah Howell writes another exciting book with characters that grab the reader's heart. The story is fast paced with several subplots to make it even more interesting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting, 2nd Edition: *All You Need to Know to Knit; Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Hubert Page; Review: The book contains many patterns which I am eager to try. Many of the projects look like something I want to do. The directions are clear and the pictures aid the reader in understanding how your own finished project should look. I'm sure I'll find it very helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christmas in Cowboy Country (The Bennetts); Author: Visit Amazon's Janet Dailey Page; Review: I expected a sentimental Christmas story. I got a crime story instead. The main characters, Annie and Marshall, had several misunderstandings because Marshall was undercover. The main subplot held all the sentimentality any reader could want. I enjoyed the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Christmas on My Mind (A Cowboy Christmas); Author: Visit Amazon's Janet Dailey Page; Review: The characters in this story are spectacular. They grab the reader's heart from the first few pages. The plot involves enough tension to make the reader nervous while unfolding in a heart warming way. It is suitable for young adults as well as mature reader's.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sign of the Wolf (Thorndike Press Large Print Romance Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Elaine Barbieri Page; Review: The plot held several twists that held the reader's interest. The supernatural content was left unanswered so I am eager to begin the next book in the trilogy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night of the Wolf; Author: Visit Amazon's Elaine Barbieri Page; Review: There are two equal plots developing in the book. One plot has been continued from the first book in the trilogy. The second plot is mostly completed in this book. I am anxious to read book three in order to see how the incomplete plot develops. Also I think the characters from this book and book one will be United in book three.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cry of the Wolf; Author: Visit Amazon's Elaine Barbieri Page; Review: This book tells the story of its own and also winds up the stories left hanging in books one and two of the trilogy. The stories were all exciting and heart felt. It is important to read all three in the order they were written to have full enjoyment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night's Mistress (Children of the Night); Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Ashley Page; Review: Maria's story was as great as I hoped. I enjoyed her character in earlier books and wanted her to have a book of her own. Mara, the most powerful vampire in the world needed to lose everything before she could gain real happiness. Msn Ashley gives us a complicated story needed to do justice to a queen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bound Together (Sea Haven); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: What a great way to tie together the Drake sisters, the Prakenskii brothers, and the sisters of the heart from the Bound Series. It was also the perfect way to introduce Torpedo Ink, as a possible new series. Each of the characters grabbed your heart. I didn't want to put down this book. I can't wait to read more about all these characters. Msn Feehan gave us another outstanding tale.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highland Hearts; Author: Visit Amazon's Hannah Howell Page; Review: Tessa and Regan must escape a murderous uncle, a traitor to the king, a vengeful woman, and a man,s pride before they can find happiness. The plot is filled with dangerous adventure. There are moments of humor to relieve the tension. I enjoyed the story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: About That Man (Trinity Harbour Trilogy 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryl Woods Page; Review: When a small time school teacher takes in an orphaned boy , she runs into all kinds of trouble from family, job, and the boy's newly discovered uncle. The characters in the story are strong, particularly King Spencer, the teacher's meddling father.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ask Anyone: A Romance Novel (A Trinity Harbor Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryl Woods Page; Review: When King Spencer sets out to see his youngest son married, he'll stop at nothing. The story grips the reader using several plot twists and lovable characters. Even the villains in the story are likeable. Enjoy this story of love and family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Trouble (A Trinity Harbor Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryl Woods Page; Review: Will a murder bring together two former lovers, or drive them further apart? Msn Woods wraps up her trilogy of the Spencer family with a suspenseful tale of murder and revenge. King Spenser relieves the tension offering lots of humorous interludes while perusing his own romance. This was a perfect way to end the family saga.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Born to Bite; Author: Visit Amazon's Hannah Howell Page; Review: I got this anthology to read Hannah Howell's story "Dark Secret" . The other two vampire tales were a bonus. I enjoyed all three tales and recommend them to reader's who enjoy shorter books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Highland Hunger; Author: Hannah Howell; Review: Each author gives their own unique twist to exactly what makes a vampire a vampire. Each story is entertaining because of these differences. Anyone who likes vampire heroes will like these stories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Embrace; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Ashley Page; Review: Alexandros battles the urges of a vampire all for the Love of a mortal girl. He puts her needs before his own. He has a ferocious enemy he must defeat in order to assure Lisa is safe. His existence is filled with anguish before he learns love can give him peace.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deeper Than the Night; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Ashley Page; Review: I enjoyed the story, but found it easy to put down. I liked the characters, but felt the heroes angst somewhat trying.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Contact; Author: Visit Amazon's Tara Taylor Quinn Page; Review: Ellen remains afraid of men physically after being raped. An unorthodox treatment by a man emotionally afraid saves them both.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It's Never Too Late; Author: Visit Amazon's Tara Taylor Quinn Page; Review: When Addy agrees to go undercover to prevent blackmail she must overcome her greatest fears. A meeting with her next door neighbor causes her to regret the lie she is living. Together they solve all their insecurities and problems. I enjoyed this story very much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Like Me Knits: Matching Patterns for Kids and Their Favorite Dolls; Author: Visit Amazon's Brandy Fortune Page; Review: The one pattern I have made was clear and accurate. The finished product was really great. It fit the doll very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finally Home (Hope Springs); Author: Visit Amazon's Lois Greiman Page; Review: To really enjoy this book you need to read the first two books in the H hope Springs trilogy. Together they make up one of the best stories I've ever read, and I read a lot. The characters grab your heart and refuse to let go. Lois Greiman puts in enough twists and turns to keep your interest to the end. Then you wish there was more to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadow Reaper (The Shadow Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Christine Feehan's series is a winner. This brother must overcome memories and enemies from his past. With the help of his family he is able to right some very old wrongs. The villans are unexpected. The suspense keeps the reader on the edge of his seat. The love scenes are hot!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gypsy Magic; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca York Page; Review: At last you find out who the killer really is. It has a real plot twist. Andrei is reunited with a lost love. Prejudices have to be overcome to guarantee a happy ending.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forever Wicked (Castle of Dark Dreams); Author: Visit Amazon's Nina Bangs Page; Review: Ganymede and Sparkle appear in all the Catle of Dark Dreams books. I was glad to read their story--past, present ,and hints of the future. Ganymede learns that no man is an island when he battles the ultimate evil. Msn Bangs brings back characters from earlier books and introduces characters that will make great future books. This one is a winner!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rides A Hero; Author: Heather Graham Pozzessere; Review: The conflict between the hero and heroine make for a lively story. Also it makes you realize that both sides of the Civil War had honorable and dishonorable men. It also made me realize how long hatred hangs around after a war is over.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knight Everlasting; Author: Visit Amazon's Jackie Ivie Page; Review: I enjoyed this story of Scotland in the days of knights and casles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fun Fashions: Contemporary Outfits to Knit for 18 Dolls; Author: Visit Amazon's Andra Knight-Bowman Page; Review: I haven't actually knitted most of the patterns, but they read like they will be easy for me to follow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sassy Knit Outfits: For 18-Inch Dolls (Annie's Knitting); Author: Jeanne Kussrow-Larsen; Review: I haven't actrually knitted most of the patterns, but they read like they will be easy for me to follow.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Legacy ('Dark' Carpathian); Author: ; Review: Msn Feehan reintroduced characters from her earlier books to give us an ancient Carpathian hero who finds his lifemate can weave her dreams to alter the future. Emelline is hunted by a fanatical vampire and only Dragamir can save her. He cannot protect her without the help of many other ancient Carpathians. The story has many unexpected plot twists. I found it hard to put down and think you will enjoy this story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gift of Fire; Author: Visit Amazon's Jayne Ann Krentz Page; Review: Verify Ames and Jonas Quarrel become a couple in the book Gift of Gold. This book continues their story. It is filled with danger and lots of plot twists. They must learn if their love for each other is real or only part of a psychic bond. Both characters must learn to trust in the other. I enjoyed their development as well as the exciting plot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lilac Lane (A Chesapeake Shores Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryl Woods Page; Review: When the O'Briens set up a cooking contest between professional chef B Ryan Laramie and Kiera Malone, they get more than they expect. The outcome of a romance might depend on the outcome. The reader gets to catch up on familiar characters and meet some new ones that might appear on future tales about Chesapeake Shores. I enjoyed this book very much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Champion of Barsh (Star World Frontier) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Grant Page; Review: Huge obstacles must be overcome before Jemm Aves can help her family escape extreme poverty on a mining planet on the outskirts of the galaxy. Prince Klarke needs to reclaim his reputation and enhance his family's honor. These two unlikely individuals gain their objectives together, but only after breaking tradition and stirring up the known galaxy. This was an exciting and heartwarming story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leopard's Blood (Leopard People); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Sonja is betrayed by the family she believes loves her. When she runs away, she finds her true mate. Now the question is can she trust him to be any different from the people who betrayed her. Freshman weaves a thrilling story with hot love scenes. She also gives the reader some unexpected surprises.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Graveyard Shift: A paranormal mystery (A Pepper Martin Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Casey Daniels Page; Review: When Pepper meets the spirit of Elliot Mess, her problems begin. She and the people she loves are stalled and used by a vengeful spirit of Al Capone. The are great characters and exciting twists to the plot. It was a fun read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Wicked Sins; Author: Visit Amazon's Eve Silver Page; Review: Fear and death stalk Elixabeth. Msn Silver weaves a tales of terror that captures my imagination making me almost afraid to continue reading. The hero of this story is burdened by guilt. It takes a child to bring them happiness.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seduced by A Stranger (Zebra Historical Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Eve Silver Page; Review: Msn Silver had me intriqued from the opening paragraphs. I did not unravel the plot until she revealed it herself. This was unusual for me because I can usually solve a mystery quite early on the story. Her characters are complex with many facets.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bride by Midnight: A Columbyana Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Winstead Jones Page; Review: Alyssa and Blade are destined to fight evil together. This is the story of their meeting and the beginning of their fight. I look forward to more of their adventures.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Firebird; Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Winstead Jones Page; Review: A lonely woman finds her mate and discovers hidden powers in this tale. The characters are all sympathetic, even those touched with evil. I wish there were more adventures for them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marriage Wanted (From This Day Forward #3) (Silhouette Special Edition, No 842); Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: When two people with opposite opinions about love decide to marry, lots of interesting things happen. Msn Macomber brought both of her characters into agreement in a most satisfying manner for her reader. I found the book hard to put down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Valerie (Orchard Valley Trilogy #1) (Harlequin Romance #3232); Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: When Valerie's father has a heart attack, Valerie returns home to see him. She meets her fate, according to her dad, when she meets her dad's doctor. She and Colby believe they have nothing in common. Will they give up on love or except their Destiny? Read the book and see for yourself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stephanie (Orchard Valley Trilogy, No. 2 / Harlequin Romance, No. 3239); Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: Stephanie left home when the man she loved didn't love her back. After three years she returned home to see her ailing father. He is determined she and her past love are meant to wed. The past must be settled before that can happen.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Inn at Rose Harbor: A Novel; Author: Debbie Macomber; Review: The characters in this book are in need of peace. They come to Rose Harbor Inn with serious personal burdens. Msn. Macomb finds a way to bring relief into their lives. I believe a reader also might find a pathway to a more joyful life from her characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Inn at Rose Harbor: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: The characters in this book are in need of peace. They come to Rose Harbor Inn with serious personal burdens. Msn. Macomb finds a way to bring relief into their lives. I believe a reader also might find a pathway to a more joyful life from her characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rose Harbor in Bloom: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: Ms. McComber continues to introduce sympathetic characters that need to make major changes in their lives. She also lets the reader be involved in Jo Marie's life. I am eager to see what is in store for her and her guests.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Judgment Road (Torpedo Ink); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: I have read all of Feehan's series. Each time I start a new one I am pleased, but this one is definitely my favorite. I was also glad to meet characters from another series in this book. Any Feehan fan will love this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Covert Game (A GhostWalker Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Freshman continues to deliver a suspenseful story interspersed with spicy love scenes. Gino and Zara's love is threatened by two different enemies. It takes the combined forces of the Ghostwalkers to assure them of safety. This book was hard to put down. I'm already eagerly awaiting the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn Bright; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Briggs Page; Review: Charles and Anna are left to ferret out a traitor in Bran's pact. The hunt leads them to murders, witches, ancient curses and possession by a snowballed. Victory is possible by the intervention from unexpected sources. This story stands on its own, but the reader probably enjoys it more of they have read the other Alpha and Omega books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surrender: A Bitter Creek Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Joan Johnston Page; Review: The Flynns and Greyhawks face years of hatred. Their fathers animosity makes the attraction that Kings Beats and those awful Flynn boys extremely complicated. This is the story of Brian and Tag. When there lives are in danger they realize the Love they felt as teenagers still exists. Aiden and Leah have their own problems finding their way to love. There are many dangers to overcome and trust that must be built before real happiness can happen. The story is fast paced and keeps you turning pages to see what will happen next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Bites: Stormwalker (Volume 6); Author: Visit Amazon's Allyson James Page; Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading a story told from so many points of view. It let the reader become really attached to the characters because you could get inside their feelings. I especially liked getting to know Gabrielle; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Warsong; Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Vaughan Page; Review: This is the culmination of the struggle to unite the people of two cultures to benefit both. Many enemies must be vanquished before the union can occur. Even harder is the destruction of old fears and resistance to change. This story ties up loose ends and brought lives into alignment. It was a God read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadow Keeper (A Shadow Riders Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Feehan Page; Review: Wow! Msn Feehan delivers another group of outstanding characters, thrilling plots and hot love scenes. Giovanni and Sash's story is hard to put down. Every woman dreams of a love like theirs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL Camp: Tall, Dark and Dangerous # 12 (Volume 12); Author: Visit Amazon's Suzanne Brockmann Page; Review: Our hero is facing the possibility that he can no longer make it as a SEAL. Before he can accept there might be some major changes happening in his life, he meets our heroine. She is hoping to change her life. Can these two people face the future together? Read the book to see. You'll be glad you did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids Food Storage Container, 1.5 Gallon, Racer Red 1777163; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: its a bit bigger than i expect, but it is so handy and well-made. perfect for freezing a lasagna or cake. it fits so many cookies. i would recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ZeroWater 23 Cup Dispenser with Free Water Quality Meter BPA-Free NSF Certified to Reduce Lead and Other Heavy Metals; Brand: ZeroWater; Review: this was a true investment...and has ended up being a really great cost-effective option for my boyfriend and i. it's scary to think about what is in our drinking water. our tap water, we discovered after testing it with the included tester, is already pretty low. that was a relief, since we had been drinking tap water for the first 2 months of living here. i've heard that the filter lasts longer when it is working harder (which makes sense), but for our purposes, we have been using the same filter for the past 3 1/2 months and we're still getting a zero reading. i bought 2 replacement filters and haven't needed to use them yet. definitely was a worthwhile investment for us.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Salad Dressing Shaker, Green; Brand: OXO; Review: its a great salad dressing shaker for liquid dressings. i tried to make a thick, goddess-type dressing and it was a disaster. the dressing clumped through the top and made a mess. so i wouldn't recommend using this for a thick dressing. a vinaigrette worked perfectly, though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Artscape New Leaf Window Film 24" x 36"; Brand: ARTSCAPE; Review: i get compliments on this from everyone who visits my apartment. i was afraid that it would look cheap and obvious that it wasn't stained glass, but it really does look nice! it lets the light through while offering a bit of privacy. it was also fairly easy to cut/apply. it comes with a squeegee and instructions.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grapefruit and Dessert Spoon, Stainless Steel with Serrated Edge, 7-inch, Set of 8; Brand: Chef Craft; Review: Great quality. Look great and work well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel; Brand: Maggie Smith; Review: It made me wish I could afford to sell everything and move to a far away place where there were other Seniors and a new way of life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paradise Road VHS; Brand: Glenn Close; Review: Very unexpected & wonderful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Young Frankenstein VHS; Brand: ; Review: One of the best comedies ever...my grown kids and I have watched at least 20 times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Christmases (DVD); Brand: Reese Witherspoon; Review: So Funny...don't miss it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Slumdog Millionaire; Brand: Dev Patel; Review: Not for me.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Australia; Brand: Hugh Jackman; Review: One of the best movies I have seen!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hachi: A Dog's Tale; Brand: Richard Gere; Review: Soooo Wonderful!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Masterpiece: Mr. Selfridge Season 2; Brand: Frances O'Connor Jeremy Piven; Review: IT HAS EVERYTHING...ALL EMOTIONS.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr Selfridge: Season 1; Brand: ; Review: Keeps you guessing what is going to happen next; Great costumes and characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Masterpiece Mystery: Grantchester; Brand: Robson Green James Norton; Review: Its interesting with humor, murrder mysteries, and how one can love someone and not lose your lifestyle over it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Unprecedented movement detected on California earthquake fault capable of 8.0 temblor; Abstract: A major California fault capable of producing a magnitude 8 earthquake has begun moving for the first time on record, a result of this year's Ridgecrest earthquake sequence destabilizing nearby faults, Caltech scientists say in a new study released in the journal Science on Thursday. In the modern historical record, the 160-mile-long Garlock fault on the northern edge of the Mojave Desert has never been observed to produce either a strong...; Category: news
Title: Mexico's Chocolate Clams Are Worth the Trip; Abstract: ; Category: travel
Title: Why Is a Secretive Billionaire Buying Up the Cayman Islands?; Abstract: As the scion of a Michigan family business, Dart Container, Mr. Dart was born into a significant fortune.; Category: finance
Title: Patrick Mahomes already back at practice for Chiefs; Abstract: Although Reid didn't rule Mahomes out for the team's Week 8 game, it seems like a long-shot for the quarterback to get back onto the field that quickly.; Category: sports
Title: Lawsuit blames Tesla motorized door handles for death of driver stuck in burning car; Abstract: Car's owner died in a fire when a police officer couldn't open the doors; Category: autos
Title: Deer fatally attacks hunter who shot him; Abstract: In what officials are calling a bizarre incident, an Arkansas hunter was killed by a deer that he thought he had killed.; Category: news
Title: NFL Week 9 Power Rankings: More ammo for Belichick as greatest coach ever; Abstract: Doug Farrar offers up myriad surprises in Touchdown Wire's Week 9 NFL Power Rankings.; Category: sports
Title: Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween Costume Transformation Is Mind-Blowing But, Like, What Is It?; Abstract: You might say she's scary good at playing dress-up, because Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween costume is even more impressive than we could have imagined and that's saying a lot, considering transformative Halloween costumes are kind of her thing. But this year Klum took it up one more notch as she shared her metamorphosis into,; Category: lifestyle
Title: A White Woman Searches for Her Black Family; Abstract: DNA testing tells people a lot about their geographic ancestry, prompting difficult questions about racial identity and belonging. "In my heart, I feel a connection."; Category: lifestyle
Title: Killing of Americans sucks Mexican president into Trump election vortex; Abstract: The massacre of nine American citizens has dealt a new blow to the Mexican president's aim to free his country of foreign interference, enveloping him in a growing security crisis just as U.S. counterpart Donald Trump seeks re-election.; Category: news
Title: 6-year-old can't contain tears of joy after meeting baby sister; Abstract: Watch as Addy meets her little sister for the very first time. Priceless!; Category: video
Title: Facing Investigation, Giuliani Needed a Lawyer, but Firms Stayed Away; Abstract: President Trump's personal lawyer, Rudolph W. Giuliani, said on Wednesday that he had assembled a legal team to represent him in the criminal investigation into his activities related to Ukraine, an announcement that came after weeks of sputtered attempts to find a lawyer willing to take him on as a client. Mr. Giuliani said on Twitter that he would be represented by three lawyers, including his longtime friend, Robert J. Costello. The hires...; Category: news
Title: The captain becomes a player as Tiger Woods picks himself; Abstract: U.S. captain Tiger Woods used one of his four wild-card selections on himself Thursday and will become the first playing captain in the Presidents Cup since Hale Irwin in the inaugural edition 25 years ago. The decision was hardly a surprise. Woods is the Masters champion and two weeks ago tied the PGA Tour record with his 82nd career victory at the Zozo Championship in Japan. He is No. 6 in the world ranking. He also took Tony Finau, U.S. Open...; Category: sports
Title: $355,000 is priciest ticket to Obama appearance in Silicon Valley; Abstract: Former U.S. President Barack Obama is coming to town next week for a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee's Unity Fund. But if you want to attend, you'll need at least $10,000 to get in the door and $35,000 to take a photo with Obama. Obama will appear for a conversation with DNC Chair Tom Perez on Nov. 21 at the Los Altos home of Democratic donor Karla Jurvetson. The Los Altos Town Crier posted the invite: Ticket prices range from...; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: GM strike has already cost automaker more than $1 billion; Abstract: Financial toll is rising for both the car company and for workers as the labor dispute drags on; Category: finance
Title: Where to Find Food and Drink Deals During Nationals Playoff Games; Abstract: Cash in on steals while savoring a historic moment in D.C. sports; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Two women joined GM more than a decade ago. Their futures couldn't be more different; Abstract: Tentative labor deal aside, the transition to electric and autonomous vehicles is leaving a generation of workers behind.; Category: finance
Title: 20 of the Best 3-Row SUVs for 2020; Abstract: Our picks for family-friendly SUVs in the mainstream and luxury segments; Category: autos
Title: Is This the New BMW M3's Aggressive Rear End?; Abstract: A leaked photo purports to show the new sports sedan ahead on the assembly line of its official debut.; Category: autos
Title: Israel says overnight strike on Gaza house killed Islamic Jihad commander; Abstract: Israel's military said Thursday that an overnight strike in Gaza that Palestinians officials say left eight members of the same family dead killed an Islamic Jihad commander.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Bluffing is Murder (Lauren Rousseau Mysteries) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Tace Baker Page; Review: I really enjoyed this cozy even without reading the first one in the series. I plan to do that asap. The story has many interesting lines as the heroine is a Quaker, a martial artist, a linguist, a teacher and we get to explore them all. The ending was a surprise after all the red herrings the author had thrown in our path. No spoilers here though. Read and enjoy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dragonslayer's Sword (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Resa Nelson Page; Review: I loved this book. The heroine was super, the locales intriguing, the characters very interesting. I do not want to give anything away, so for something to read that is not run of the mill try this series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Darned if You Do (A Needlecraft Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Monica Ferris Page; Review: Needlework, hoarder, finds, murder, oh my.....This is my first by this author, but it won't be my last.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Last Dance (A Sharyn Howard Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Joyce Lavene Page; Review: I want to read all of the Sharyn Howard mysteries. She is smart, dogged, but human and flawed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yarned and Dangerous (A Tangled Web Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Sadie Hartwell Page; Review: I really enjoyed this first in what I hope is a series. Family, conflict, love interest and knitting instructions. What's not to love.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daisies For Innocence (An Enchanted Garden Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Bailey Cattrell Page; Review: I raced through this book! I loved the characters, the setting and the story. I am really looking forward to #2 in this series!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder on the Last Frontier (A Charlotte Brody Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Pegau Page; Review: I really enjoyed the historical parts of this book. The story was fine but bogged down for me in the middle. That siad I am looking forward to the 2nd in this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Just Killing Time (A Clock Shop Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Julianne Holmes Page; Review: It's been a while since I read this book so even if I don't remember specifics I can give an all over impression. I can't wait for the next book...August do you hear me. An interesting and new basis for a book. Our neighbor is a clock repairer and made this even more appealing to me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Perfectly Proper Paranormal Museum (A Perfectly Proper Paranormal Museum Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Kirsten Weiss Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one. I want to see how both Maddie and her museum develop over time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Because of Miss Bridgerton; Author: Visit Amazon's Julia Quinn Page; Review: Another great Bridgerton story!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flipped For Murder (A Country Store Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Maddie Day Page; Review: I really enjoyed this new series start from one of my favorite authors.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Til Death Do Us Part; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Quick Page; Review: Once again Amanda Quick tells it like it is. Time and characters mesh! I look forward to more by Quick. (Krentz); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard Sale: A Sarah Winston Garage Sale Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Sherry Harris Page; Review: I really enjoyed this second in the series by Sherry Harris. Not only did I feel I knew the town she lived in but some history was included and not overwhelming. I liked the main character and her friends. I also like to tips for yardsaling, selling and buying, in the book. I am looking forward to reading the next in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: By Kate Clark Flora Chosen for Death (Thea Kozak Mysteries) [Paperback]; Author: ; Review: I have enjoyed the Lt. Burgess stories by Kate Flora but never tried Thea Kozak. I won a book in the series and thought I'd better begin at the beginning. I really enjoyed this one and will continue to read this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jubilee Trail; Author: Visit Amazon's Gwen Bristow Page; Review: One of my favorite historical romances...the romance of the westward movement and the romance between two pioneers. The violence is not gratuitous but part of the story. The sex is so minimum. you may not notice it. I read this book years ago and have reread it since.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Tumbling Turner Sisters: A Book Club Recommendation!; Author: Visit Amazon's Juliette Fay Page; Review: What a fun read. Back in time and trials and tribulations of family. Surely enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Ibis Styles Linz; City: Linz Upper Austria; Review: Good location near city center of Linz and close to highway A1. Nice refurbished hotel. Free wifi, free parking. Small but well equiped rooms. Very good and various buffet brekfast. Small swimming pool in the garden.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Celjska Koca; City: Celje Styria Region; Review: Close to Celje (11km) and highway (12 km). Nice location with great view above city, in a meadow surrounded by forest. Quality new architecture type "mountain chalet". Good furniture, equipment, appliances, decoration. Very clean, warm atmosphere. Fiendly staff. Delicious and complete breakfast Weak wifi internet signal. Lack signaling hotel on the road to Celjska Koca. Price for breakfast (for apartments) is not mentioned on the site.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Milan Nord Ca Granda; City: Milan Lombardy; Review: Convenient location for a family with 2 children under 16 (which are free) to visit Milano. There are bus and metro to center of the city. The architecture of the hotel is boring, but the facilities are complete. Parking, wifi and a various breakfast are included in the price. The staff was helpfull and provided us map of the central Milano. The city tax , 2 eur /person is big (in our case 8% of the room price).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antique Hostel; City: Bucharest; Review: Very good location between Victoriei si Romana squares (metro and bus stations), on a silent street . It is a little hostel in an old refurbished house. The owner are young and friendly . Accomodation include various breakfast, wifi, free parking on the street. The room was very clean and fresh smelling. Overall, it is a great value for money. Some details could be improved with the help of an architect, for example "the blind facade toward the street".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Albergo Alla Campana; City: Dolo Veneto; Review: Nice location in center of Dolo, along Riviera di Brenta, close to Padova and Venezia. The little garage is a plus. A good restaurant is across the street. Albergo is an old house and need a refurbish and better inner design. The "bufet" breakfast was poor. It was served slice by slice, little by little, for each client appear in the dining room. The signal of internet is weak.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Albergo Carancini; City: Salsomaggiore Terme Province of Parma Emilia Romagna; Review: Salsomaggiore Terme is a lovely spa In Reggio Emilia. The hotel has a nice location near the park. It is an old fashion design hotel, but in good condition. Old, friendly and professional staff. Good value for money: free parking in the court, free wifi, various and tasty breakfast included in the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Furman; City: Rakek Inner Carniola Region; Review: Furman Pizzeria is an inn near railway station. It is a good location , 2 km from highway, to stop a night in transit close to Ljubljana and Postojna or Trieste. Parking in the front of the house. The owner is friendly and speak English. Good breakfast. The dinner food is very good: various huge portion of local specialities, very good bread. Maybe pizza is the best choice because is made in wood oven by a "pizzaiolo" , member of the Slovenian team who win the 2002 world contest for pizza, in Italy. The internet signal is weak.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Styles Toulouse Cite Espace Hotel; City: Toulouse Haute Garonne Occitanie; Review: new building, nice interior, well managed; various and very good breakfast; free wifi and parking; good value for money; you need a car to reach center of Toulouse; the little swimming pool is "a joke with much concrete around"; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel YIT Ciudad de Zaragoza; City: Zaragoza Province of Zaragoza Aragon; Review: the location is in the north of Zaragoza, in a district with industry and services; the breakfast was good; the hotel need a refurbish (wall painting, furniture); weak wifi signal; unsafe neighborhood; car parked behind the hotel and mirrors were stolen; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Moser; City: Pochlarn Lower Austria; Review: Hotel is close ( 2 km) to A1 highway , exit Pochlarn. Free parking in the street, in front of the hotel. There are spacious rooms in the villa near the hotel. Unfortunately the wifi did not work in the villa. The furniture could be improved. The restaurant is good for a traditional dinner and the breakfast is various, typical ( except instant coffee).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Villa Ermitage; City: Busteni Prahova County Southern Romania; Review: ambient dining room with an old fireplace and painted wooden furniture; preparation and service quality offered by the restaurant (mix of traditional and fusion cuisine), with a big plus for dessert; ratio value / price accommodation; very clean; location, view and garden; parking and wifi included in the price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casa Sofia; City: Valdisotto Province of Sondrio Lombardy; Review: good location for ski close (5km) to Bormio; the very good Pizzeria Krapena in Valdisotto (1.4km); renovated house with 6 apartments, charming wood furniture and nice decoration; wifi and parking included in the price; friendly and helpful owner Barbara Colturi the appliances could be improved with oven and dish washing machine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toparceanu Vila; City: Otopeni Ilfov County Southern Romania; Review: a small house with 8 double rooms; nice furniture , very clean; free wifi, parking and transfer to/from Otopeni airport; also good for explore the north part of Bucharest; good breakfast; helpful staff; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Oradea; City: Oradea Bihor County Northwest Romania Transylvania; Review: Good value for money; central location; spacious rooms, good furniture, nice inner design; parking, spa & wifi included in the price; helpfull staff; various and healthy breakfast; overall a nice ecperience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tafarn Y Rhos; City: Llangefni Anglesey North Wales Wales; Review: location close to ferry ( 25 km), friendly staff, free parking and wifi; old furniture and amenities, unguvtional design of the bathroom; the breakfast could be improved with cheese and vegetables; expensive for 2 star hotel; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Col delle Rane; City: Montebelluna Province of Treviso Veneto; Review: Very good location between Montebelluna and Asolo, to visit Treviso (25km), Belluno, Vicenza and Venezia. Nice landscape of Veneto with old villas in the neighbourhood. Very nice garden, nice refurbished farm, cozy details, Inner private parking, 4 bicycles to rent without charge, wifi, new exterior swimming pool. Welcome drink (home made prosecco) , good breakfast and coffee. Friendly owners, english speaking, who informed us about the sights and restaurants of the area . We have provided maps of the area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Euro Hostel Glasgow; City: Glasgow Scotland; Review: The breakfast ( 5 pound)is not worth the money... a better option is fresh pastry from Lidl or any of fast food restaurant 100m away; wifi signal is weak in the room; the furniture is tired; the construction need a refurbish and new bright colors; it is difficult to park in central area; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Berthelot; City: Bucharest; Review: nice area around, welcome drink, small rooms, standard breakfast, free wifi, clean; expensive and small garage (10 eur / day ) accesible through a big slope; otherwise is difficult to find a place in the street; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ramada Brasov; City: Sacele Brasov County Central Romania Transylvania; Review: Good location for business and transit . Free wifi & parking near the hotel. Nice ambient in the restaurant. Good coffee machine. Typical American breakfast: quantity, diversity. Boring furniture and decoration in the rooms. Parking in the dark .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Casa Emilio; City: Murcia; Review: Very good location to explore old city, helpful staff, good value for money. Wifi signal could be better; the optional breakfast is very basic; tired furniture ; parking in the street (free in August).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Marshal; City: Bucharest; Review: Good location of the hotel, parking in the courtyard, spacious, quiet and nice restaurant terrace with Romanian traditional menu. Elevator should be reviewed , breakfast can be diverse and include varieties of coffee.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Edel House; City: Rasnov Brasov County Central Romania Transylvania; Review: Spacious new rooms, nice interior design, furniture and wooden floors. Various and good breakfast. Parking in the street . Good value for money. Antique Sapori pizzeria nearby. Wi-Fi signal can be improved.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pensiune Tohanu Vechi; City: Zarnesti Brasov County Central Romania Transylvania; Review: Professionally renovated and expanded building, finely chosen details inside, parking in the courtyard garden tastefully decorated, very clean, kindly receptionist, room ambience and serving breakfast.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flower Inn; City: Guilin Guangxi; Review: No lift ( there are 4 floors ). In summer, noisy air cond work hard to cope . No insulation of rooms on the top floor (greenhouse effect) , Matress direct on the floor (like a tatami ) Bathroom without privacy (glass wall). No refrigerator in the room. Poor basic breakfast (fried eggs, jam, butter). Good wifi signat internet. Nice design of the lobby.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express HONG KONG KOWLOON EAST; City: Hong Kong; Review: Good location above MTR station and Pop Corn mall. New and well managed building. Nice room, well equipated. It is very expensive to list something , even for IHG members.... The ample breakfast could be improved with cheese and joghurt. Old pastries.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vila Trapez; City: Brasov Brasov County Central Romania Transylvania; Review: Very good location, close to the DN 1 / E60 behind the BMW auto center. Quiet place, parking space in the court. Comfortable rooms. Beautifully landscaped terrace. Friendly and professional staff. Continental breakfast divers (seven variants) . Coffee, juice, water could be "self service".; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Iron Kingdom: The Rise And Downfall Of Prussia 1600 To 1947; Author: Visit Amazon's Christopher Clark Page; Review: This is a readable and scholarly work covering the social, military, political rise and fall of Prussia. It treats the various components of the once important German state in a thorough manner which allows the reader to view how each component influenced the others. It is especially revealing of the 16th., 17th., and 18th. century influences, something you don't get in the more casual histories of Europe. I enjoyed the book a great deal and it is now part of my reference library. Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mussolini: The Rise and Fall of Il Duce; Author: Visit Amazon's Christopher Hibbert Page; Review: Probably the best book on Mussolini and Facist Italy I have ever read. The author's style and pace are excellent ( for me ) and he makes Mussolini seem like a real, flesh and blood, here and now kind of figure. Familiar historical information was presented in a way that made much of it more relevant to Mussolini's era. This is a book that will stay in my reference library and one that I will reccomend to those looking for a first rate book on a most interesting dictator. Should be a must read for anyone interested in WWII personalties. Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arming&Equipping the UnitedStatesCavalry, 1865-1902; Author: Dusan P. Farrington; Review: An excellent, in depth reference on a rather esoteric subject. This book fills a long empty niche in my library. The author refers frequently to original military sources, contracts, field reports, equipment and arms boards and provides a year by year and piece by piece view of carbines, sabers, knives, revolvers. Excellent attention to detail. I would reccomend this volume to any beginning or advanced collector. Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Horn of the Hunter: The Story of an African Safari; Author: Robert C. Ruark; Review: This was the only book by this author that I had not read. Seized by the desire to complete my Ruark experience I found this copy on Amazon and buried myself in it for the next three days after its arrival. I was not disappointed. The style of writing may be overly dramatic to some and Ruark was not politically correct in his opinions by today's standards but if you want to know about Africa and hunting and have a little philosophy in the mix this is an excellent book to start with. I would have definitely liked to have met this man as his work was inspiring to me as a teenager.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bayonets of the World; Author: Paul Kiesling; Review: This is a classic reference for bayonet collectors. Originally printed in four volumes this single volume contains all the material from the original publications. Well arranged and nicely detailed line drawings provide the basic information on a wide range of bayonets by country.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Battles for Spotsylvania Court House and the Road to Yellow Tavern, May 7--12, 1864; Author: Visit Amazon's Gordon C. Rhea Page; Review: This author has written a series of excellent, in-depth, wonderfully detailed studies of the last great campaign in the Eastern theater of the Civil War. This author has done an excellent job of high- lighting mechanical details as well as personalities and presents a well balanced approach to a complex subject. A very hard history book to put down. I would rate this author right up there with Bruce Catton when it comes to the subject of the Civil War. Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Glass Harmonica: A Lexicon of the Fantastical; Author: Barbara Ninde Byfield; Review: I mistakenly loaned this book to someone years ago and it disappeared to whatever dimension loaned books go to. I had bought this fine little book when it was first published and re-read it several times until I loaned it out. This volume is a nice mix of humor and history, legend and fantasy and rates right up there with many of my better books of science fiction and fantasy. Sadly the author passed away many years back; I would have loved to see her write a sequel of some sort. This is a charming work that would be enoyed by kids who like to read as well as adults interested in the genre. I was glad I could find a copy through Amazon! Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harley-Davidson; Author: Visit Amazon's Allan Girdler Page; Review: Although this doesn't address the latest developments of the Harley Davidson line this is an excellent overview of the watershed designs up to the late 1990s. A very well illustrated book with a prose style that is quite easy to read and enjoy. The author obviously likes his subject and provides in-depth, meat and potatoes information for the Harley enthusiast. Does a good job explaining engine and frame development and provides some excellent technical detail.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rome and the Sword: How Warriors and Weapons Shaped Roman History; Author: Visit Amazon's Simon James Page; Review: For my purposes this is an excellent book written from an interesting perspective. Does and excellent job of tracing the changes in Roman military technology. The style of writing made this book and easy to read reference as well. Sine I spend some of my spare time building armor and hand weapons of the classical era the book gave some fresh insight into weapons manufacture as a response changing military need. This is an excellent companion to Roman Military Equipment. Joe Turner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legionary: The Roman Soldier's (Unofficial) Manual; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip Matyszak Page; Review: A moderately useful book meant to entertain as well as to inform. The author has a good sense of humor, a hard thing to inject into such a subject as the Roman army. Some folks may find some of the material dismissive via the humor route but as a light read it has its place. This would be a book better found as a soft-cover with a smaller price as I did not buy it as a formal research work. It would be a pretty good overview for re-enactors but it lacks some mechanical detail that such folks need when choosing their kit. Joe T.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: German Sidearms and Bayonets : 1740-1945; Author: Klaus Lubbe; Review: This a handy reference in that it gives quick written description and good photographs for fast recognition. This is not an in-depth meat and potatoes book and is not meant to be. It is a straight-forward introduction into its subject matter and that is what I personally am after in some cases. Joe T.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dictionary of American Hand Tools: A Pictorial Synopsis (A Schiffer Book for Collectors); Author: Visit Amazon's Alvin Sellens Page; Review: Overall an excellent reference. I restore old tools and this book has been helpful in identifying some of the items I have worked. A good book for any serious old tools collector to have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antique Trader Tools Price Guide; Author: Kyle Husfloen; Review: Very handy for the tool collector but not as broad in scope as I would have liked. Books like these of necessity would have to be sold as multi-volume sets to cover all tools. Still a good book and I have had borrowed by some friends who purchase and sell old tools.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Mad Catastrophe: The Outbreak of World War I and the Collapse of the Habsburg Empire; Author: Visit Amazon's Geoffrey Wawro Page; Review: I have all of Wawro's books and like his others I thoroughly enjoyed this latest offering. He writes about a little known aspect of the early days of WW1 and the intrigue, sloth and mendacity of one of the co-belligerents is clearly revealed. I personally like Wawro's style and even though the subject matter is very complicated he makes much of the confusion of the times much more clear to the WW1 scholar.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bayonets of the First World War; Author: Claude Bera; Review: Nice clear photos with some excellent detail and/or close-up of detail. There seems to be some issues with translation in some of the descriptive text but overall not a bad overview of the subject.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Warrior Ethos; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven Pressfield Page; Review: I am a big fan of Pressfields writing and own almost all he has written. Not as detailed as I would like but in some senses Pressfield does not mince words. His historical novels remain top-notch for me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The great Boer war; Author: Visit Amazon's Byron Farwell Page; Review: Farwell is one of my favorite authors and I have re-read this book, The Great Boer War so much that I had to buy another copy. The author is a thorough historian with an excellent ability to make his work very readable. He brings the second Boer War into proper perspective in the study of African continental studies and how war played an important part in shaping fortunes and politics in that part of the world. A rousing up-close story of valor and stupidity, unbridled geed and self-sacrifice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: War of Attrition: Fighting the First World War; Author: William Philpott; Review: Well organized approach to WW1. The very nature of attrition and how it is a factor at several different levels of armed conflict is carefully presented. I must admit I did grow weary of the word " attrition " however.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Virtues of War: A Novel of Alexander the Great; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven Pressfield Page; Review: Steven Pressfield is a master story teller and has the uncanny ability to present his story in a way that draws you firmly into the theme of that story. He is at his best with classical warfare and his historical research is firmly imbedded in all of his novels. I would like to see him write a novel about the Jewish Revolt against Rome or about any aspect of ancient Roman history. Can't recommend his books highly enough.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hell With the Fire Out: A History of the Modoc War; Author: Visit Amazon's Arthur Quinn Page; Review: A very good book on a little known segment of history known as The Indian Wars. The average American understands our conflict with the various native American tribes as one of plains warfare or the merciless vista of the Apache Wars. This book provides an excellent overview of the Modoc War and the character and nature of both natives and soldiers and civilians involved in this conflict. An excellent and well paced read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: World War I: The Definitive Visual History; Author: Visit Amazon's R. G. Grant Page; Review: A somewhat cluttered overview of the Great War. There are some errors in captioning that should not have escaped editing. Not a bad volume for the general history buff but not the precise review I would expect from a volume of this size and scope. I may be expecting too much from one volume however. For me it is not a " definitive" work.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mark IV vs A7V: Villers-Bretonneux 1918 (Duel); Author: David R. Higgins; Review: A nice overview of a little known encounter between WW1 tanks. Good information and statistical comparisons between the two types of opposing tanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: British Mark IV Tank (New Vanguard, Vol. 133); Author: David Fletcher; Review: This is an excellent little monograph for the WW1 history buff or historian. It is well written, well illustrated and a welcome addition to my WW1 library. I can only wish that a similar quality but larger book would be written on this type of early tank.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honor in the Dust: Theodore Roosevelt, War in the; Author: Visit Amazon's Gregg Jones Page; Review: An excellent overview encompassing the politics and the military operations in the Philippines. This is a detailed work in some ways tracing the progress of " Empire politics " and the reality of the war against the fragmented Philippine Republic ( as proclaimed by Aguinaldo ). The ferocity of the military response to the insurgency of the various Philippine groups is well covered as is the make up and operations of the Philippine Republic. This was an excellent read and well organized. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is interested in this phase of American growth of the late 19th century and the early 20th. century.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winchester's Finest: The Model 21; Author: Visit Amazon's Ned Schwing Page; Review: Bought this book for a collector friend. he is still going through it and likes the detail and photos. He states it is a " very good reference "; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Philippine War, 1899-1902; Author: Brian McAllister Linn; Review: An excellent history of the Philippine War, well detailed and thorough. Told from a slightly different perspective than other books on the subject such as A War of Frontier and Empire: The Philippine-American War 1899-1902 it is an excellent companion offering detail not expanded on in companion volumes. Another good read on a little known subject.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A War of Frontier and Empire: The Philippine-American War, 1899-1902; Author: David J. Silbey; Review: A well told story regarding a war little known much less understood. Well organized and detailed. A solid read for the historian and student of America's " little wars " You get a good overview as well as solid detail, warts and all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moroland: The History of Uncle Sam and the Moros 1899-1920; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert A. Fulton Page; Review: One of the best history books I have read in quite awhile. This in-depth look at our combative relationship with the Moros, the role played by certain American military figures and the basic meat and potatoes of combat and uneven diplomacy is all here in what I feel is a well balanced study of a little known aspect of our early imperial reach. A good read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U.S. KNIFE BAYONETS & SCABBARDS, A Collector's Guide, by Gary Cunningham; Author: Visit Amazon's Gary M. Cunningham Page; Review: Excellent, easy to use upgrade of the original book. Nicely organized with most useful listings of manufacturing data.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gods and Heroes of Ancient Greece (The Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library); Author: Visit Amazon's Gustav Schwab Page; Review: Useful and entertaining volume for the student of ancient Greece.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roman Military Equipment from the Punic Wars to the Fall of Rome, second edition; Author: Visit Amazon's M. C. Bishop Page; Review: Excellent reference for the Classical Warfare student. The illustrations are excellent for such a work. I had a copy of the original edition and use this current edition a great deal in my reproduction work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Web Equipment: 1910-1967 (Europa Militaria); Author: Martin Brayley; Review: Handy quick reference for the collector. Quite informative despite its small volume.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Spartacus War; Author: Visit Amazon's Barry Strauss Page; Review: Overall an excellent book. Reads well, nicely paced. The author has done a good job of telling a timeless story that is so often difficult to find enough factual material to base a discussion on.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heavenly Discourse; Author: Charles Erskine Scott Wood; Review: An old favorite of mine, The copy I received was in very nice shape. A different take on a wide range of issues during the time the book was written.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Battle of Salamis: The Naval Encounter That Saved Greece -- and Western Civilization; Author: Visit Amazon's Barry Strauss Page; Review: Excellent examination of this famous and decisive battle in antiquity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cartridges of the World: A Complete and Illustrated Reference for Over 1500 Cartridges; Author: Visit Amazon's W. Todd Woodard Page; Review: Far ranging book on a complex subject. There are some identification errors as well as some historical background errors but still and all an excellent general reference.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lee-Enfield: A Century of Lee-Metford and Lee-Enfield Rifled and Carbines by Ian D. Skennerton (2007-08-01); Author: Visit Amazon's Ian D. Skennerton Page; Review: Still the best book on this fine old rifle series. Skennerton is a thorough researcher and this book reflects that in both the printed word as well as supportive photographs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Civil War Army Swords; A Study of United States Army Swords from 1832 through 1865; Author: Visit Amazon's John H. Thillmann Page; Review: For the advanced collector this is an excellent reference book with a heavy emphasis on officers swords. The research and many photos are well worth the money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Go Pogo; Author: Visit Amazon's Walt Kelly Page; Review: A wonderful revisitation to my long gone teen years. I was missing this little volume from my collection. The acumen and wit of Walt Kelly stills resonates with me and is just as applicable to our prersent day as it was back in the 1950s.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Handloader's Manual of Cartridge Conversions (Revised Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's John J. Donnelly Page; Review: This book has been around for some time but it offers a different and easier to use format than previous editions. A valuable book for the reloading enthusiast, especially for those who are interested in obsolete calibers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Japanese Destroyer Captain; Author: Tameichi Hara; Review: An exciting read featuring an obviously different perspective on the war in the Pacific Theater of WW2. This is a well known addition to the library of any serious WW2 naval student.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pilum: The Roman Heavy Javelin (Weapon); Author: Visit Amazon's M.C. Bishop Page; Review: A welcome addition to the study of Roman military equipment. Good illustrations and well written text. A concise work on a little known subjet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tin Can Sailor: Life Aboard the USS Sterett, 1939-1945; Author: Visit Amazon's C. Raymond Calhoun Page; Review: One of the best concise histories of WW2 naval warfare in the Pacific Theater. The author does an excellent job of telling not only the day to day story of a destroyer at war but also of the men who served aboard her. Another must read for the WW2 naval history student.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hornady 9th Edition Handbook of Cartridge Reloading; Author: Hornady Manufacturing Company; Review: Any serious hand loader should have a good library of loading manuals and Hornady publishes one of the best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mauser Military Rifles of the World; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert W.D. Ball Page; Review: An excellent overview of the famed Mauser rifle in all its variety and issue. The text format can sometimes be difficult to follow owing to the way the pictures are laid out but all in all an excellent reference for the collector.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A War Like No Other; How the Athenians and Spartans Fought the Peloponnesian War; Author: Visit Amazon's Victor Davis Hanson Page; Review: Another classic by Victor Davis Hanson. For those who love classical history this is a most excellent read. Concise, flows smoothly, lots of historical detail, plenty of meat and potatoes information for those who hunger after the broader picture of warfare. in ancient Greece.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Standard Catalog of Military Firearms: The Collectors Price & Reference Guide; Author: Philip Peterson; Review: As a general reference it is fine but sometimes not enough information. Covers a lot of territory.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Collector's Guide to Military Rifle Disassembly and Reassembly; Author: Stuart C. Mowbray and Joe Puleo; Review: Excellent book with excellent photographs. Have referred to mine on a regular basis. A must have for the gunsmith and the collector.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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