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Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hoover Carpet Cleaner SteamVac with Clean Surge Carpet Cleaner Machine F5914900; Brand: Hoover; Review: Product works very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips 4-Cup Fat Separator; Brand: OXO; Review: Nice size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ORIENTAL FURNITURE 3 ft. Tall Double Cross Shoji Screen - Walnut - 3 Panels; Brand: ORIENTAL FURNITURE; Review: Wish I had ordered one with more height, but it is very beautiful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moon and Stars Mirror Art; Brand: Wall Pops; Review: These stay stuck very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scent-Sation Charmeuse Satin Standard Pillowcase Pair, Mocha; Brand: Scent-Sation; Review: Very soft and washes well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OION Technologies S-3000 Permanent Filter Ionic Air Purifier Pro Ionizer with UV-C Sanitizer, New (Silver); Brand: OION Technologies; Review: I use this to remove cigarette smoke from my smoking room. So far, it has done very well. My husband noticed the difference. I have to clean the collector tube every four or five days, but it's very simple to do. The only concern I have is that it is said to emit a small amount of ozone. I turn it off at night and only run it when I need to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Classic Brands Defend-A-Bed Deluxe Quilted Waterproof Mattress Protector, Queen; Brand: Classic Brands; Review: Fits bed very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Messermeister Pro-Touch 5.25-Inch Vegetable Knife; Brand: Messermeister; Review: Slices tomatoes nicely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Flower Power!: Amazing Tips, Tricks, and Tonics for a Beautiful, Bloomin' Garden All Year Long; Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry Baker Page; Review: This is one of the most helpful books for flower gardening. I will have some great flowers this year! Thanks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stilettos & Scoundrels; Author: Laina Turner-Molaski; Review: Loved reading this book. Lots of excitement and energy. This book really keeps you guessing till the end.looking forward to reading the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Hunters; Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: This was such a good book. I had it read in no time. Lots of adventure and intrigue. It will keep you guessing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Target; Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: I am just loving these books. They really hold your attention. I cannot read enough of these books. Fixing to start no. 7; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deception in Paradise; Author: Visit Amazon's Deborah Brown Page; Review: This book is great. It has all the good characters that makes you visualize as you read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crazy in Paradise; Author: Visit Amazon's Deborah Brown Page; Review: I am loving this series. I read a lot of Robert Patterson and these keep your attention equally as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Quinta Do Mar Da Luz; City: Luz Faro District Algarve; Review: This complex of rooms and apartments in multiple buildings in a lovely setting of landscaped grounds, pools and plantings was a wonderful place to stay. The breakfast was outstanding. The staff was especially helpful going out of their way to help us with our GPS and laundry.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lisbonaire Apartments; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: We spent 4 nights here, immaculately clean, well supplied for light cooking, comfortable beds, and most of all conveniently located for walking the city and taking public transportation. The desk clerks were especially helpful in recommending local places to eat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn by Hilton Detroit Dearborn; City: Dearborn Michigan; Review: This new Hampton Inn has particularly well designed bathrooms, was immaculate and was very well located near tourist sights. Zak, the front desk clerk, was perfect for his position: pleasant and helpful suggesting restaurants, interesting neighborhoods, and how to prioritize Henry Ford activities. We would highly recommend staying here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orchid Inn; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: This is a lovely, well-located, clean inn made especially comfortable by Cindy, the innkeeper. She could not have been more hospitable and gracious, a wealth of information about the area. We encourage other travelers to stay here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rustic Inn; City: Moab Utah; Review: This is a modest motel, very conveniently located to main street Moab, very clean and comfortable. Staff was very helpful and pleasant. Laundry was clean and helpful to remove travel dust! Beautiful flower centerpieces on picnic tables and hanging baskets.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beachside Motel; City: Fernandina Beach Amelia Island Florida; Review: Right on the beach, immaculate, with extremely comfortable beds and pillows, I would stay here again and recommend this modest motel to anyone. Most important, employees Shari and Amber could not have been more accommodating and pleasant. Rooms are a bit small but adequate and the breakfast is minimal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Comfy Commuter Basics Travel Pillow - Made in USA; Brand: Comfy Commuter; Review: The quality seems fine but the material is not dense enough and neither does it fit snugly to provide neck support as it advertised to do. I am about to return this item. Very disappointed.!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ShakeAwake Vibrating Alarm Clock - ATC0833; Brand: TimeVision; Review: worked mostly. Very hard to struggle to open the back of the alarm to shut it down. We have not used it since.. There needs to be a better system to turn off he alarm.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FORLIFE Curve Teapot with Infuser, 24-Ounce, Red; Brand: FORLIFE; Review: Works like a charm. No more stains on my counter top. It's 3 cups large.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paddywax Apothecary Collection Soy Wax Blend Candle in Glass Jar, Medium, 8 Ounce, Vetiver and Cardamom; Brand: Paddywax; Review: Its a gorgeous perfume. We love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eparé Egg Cracker Topper Set – Soft Hard Boiled Eggs Separator Tool – Include Spoons and Cups; Brand: epar; Review: Good set overall. The ss is very fine on the edge and cut akin if not careful. It also got hot!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Solvit PetSafe Deluxe Extra-Long Telescoping Pet Ramp, Longer Length Dog Ramp for Steep Inclines; Brand: Solvit; Review: I love, love this ramp. I purchased my first ramp for my two large, older dogs about a year ago but the large male would not use it because it bounced. Now our large male is very lame he is 102 pounds and will use this ramp because it is so strong and does not move and it's easy to adjust. We ordered this through amazon.com and received it within a few days this ramp is perfect for our dogs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greenies Original Regular Size Dental Dog Treats; Brand: Greenies; Review: My dog really, really, really loves these I have to keep them on hand all the time, I give her one at noon everyday and she will remind me if I forget.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wellness Complete Health Natural Grain Free Wet Canned Cat Food Pate Recipe Beef & Chicken Pate; Brand: Wellness Natural Pet Food; Review: I've purchased Wellness from the local pet stores for years and my cat loved it, she ate a lot! I decided to purchase a case through Amazon, the price difference was better and more convenient purchasing from Amazon. I couldn't believe my cat wouldn't eat the Wellness I thought she was sick because she used to love it. After awhile I thought well maybe it's the cat food, she continued to eat her Chicken Soup dry cat food so I went out a purchased a few cans of Evo canned cat food and she gobbled it up, so I'm s convinced there's something wrong with the Wellness. Save your time and money and try another brand of canned cat food.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: PetSafe Solvit Deluxe Pet Seat Cover- For Car, Truck, and SUV Use - Available in Hammock and Bench Styles; Brand: Solvit; Review: I really like the quality and design of this seat cover, it's good quality and l liked the plastic roll that tucks into the back seat to keep the cover from slipping around.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Slumber Pet Sherpa Crate Beds; Brand: Slumber Pet; Review: I ordered this slumber pet bed for my cat, she sleeps in my good living room chair often, this chair is the exact color as the "slumber pet bed" it was a perfect match, you can't see the pet bed it blends right into the chair. I no longer have to clean up cat hair from the chair before company comes I just remove the pet bed, it works great for me and the quality is very good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wellness Complete Health Natural Grain Free Wet Canned Cat Food Pate Recipe Chicken Pate; Brand: Wellness Natural Pet Food; Review: I've purchased Wellness from the local pet stores for years and my cat loved it, she ate a lot! I decided to purchase a case through Amazon, the price difference was better and more convenient purchasing from Amazon. I couldn't believe my cat wouldn't eat the Wellness I thought she was sick because she used to love it. After awhile I thought well maybe it's the cat food, she continued to eat her Chicken Soup dry cat food so I went out a purchased a few cans of Evo canned cat food and she gobbled it up, so I'm s convinced there's something wrong with the Wellness. Save your time and money and try another brand of canned cat food.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Organix Castor & Pollux Chicken Flavored Dog Cookies; Brand: Organix; Review: These dog treats are great, my dog loves them and I like the fact that they are organic.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: sWheat Scoop Fast-Clumping All-Natural Cat Litter; Brand: sWheat Scoop; Review: I like this much better than the clay clumping heavy cat litter, this Swheat Scoop cat litter is much lighter and it does the same as the old cat litter, it clumps and scoops.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kurgo Backseat Reversible Dog Bridge Car Extender — Water Resistant — Universal Fit; Brand: Kurgo; Review: This backseat bridge extender is a pretty good design idea, I only wish the stiff piece that lays on top of the back seat was a little stronger, I've broken one already but I do like the design invention.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nylabone Natural Nubz Edible Dog Chews 22ct. (2.6lb bag); Brand: Nylabone; Review: I started purchasing greenies for my dog because I thought they would be good for her teeth. She ate them so fast I started looking into their benefits and found they were not that good so I changed to Nylabone Chews. She loves them just as well as the greenies if not better and the Nylabone Chews are much less expensive.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carolina Prime Duck & Sweet Tater Tenders, 2.5Lbs; Brand: Carolina Prime Pet; Review: My dog loves these, I give her one every day and she jumps around when I open the bag.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carlson Extra Wide Walk Through Pet Gate with Small Pet Door; Brand: Carlson; Review: Worked great for what I wanted it for, easy to install, very sturdy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Southerner's Handbook: A Guide to Living the Good Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Editors of Garden and Gun Page; Review: I loved everything about this book, all the recipes I've tried are fantastic, the advice is great and I can't wait to make the Chatham Artillery Punch this summer!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One-Woman Farm: My Life Shared with Sheep, Pigs, Chickens, Goats, and a Fine Fiddle; Author: Visit Amazon's Jenna Woginrich Page; Review: Enjoyed reading this book and plan to pass it on to my Mom who is a "One Woman Farm" er herself and will really enjoy it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Girl on the Train; Author: Visit Amazon's Paula Hawkins Page; Review: Really enjoyed this book. It was slightly hard to get into but worth it in the end. I recommend as a good read; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rosie Project; Author: Visit Amazon's Graeme Simsion Page; Review: Loved it, so fun to read I could barely put it down. I highly recommend this book and can't wait to read the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Goldfinch: A Novel (Pulitzer Prize for Fiction); Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Tartt Page; Review: While the basic story is good I found at time this book "rambled". I especially found the conclusion to ramble.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sh*t My Dad Says; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Halpern Page; Review: This book had me laughing so hard I was crying! This is a great coffee table book. I highly recommend. Has a lot of F word but other than that it's great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Triptych (The Will Trent Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Karin Slaughter Page; Review: This is my first Karen Slaughter book. It was a quick read and kept me engaged. I would recommend and plan to read more; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Lewis Page; Review: This book is not easy to read for a beginner, I've read it twice and will read it again to try and wrap my head around how badly we all were ripped off by the banks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cop Town: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Karin Slaughter Page; Review: This was my 2nd Karen Slaughter book, it started slow, didn't catch my interest until 5 chapters in but was good, Id recommend; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Inn Club at Harbour Town Sea Pines Resort; City: Hilton Head South Carolina; Review: The resort, and Hilton Head in general, is a golf-lover's paradise. For those of us visiting with a golf-lover, there were a minimal number of other activities available. The property was beautiful, but everything, down to the gift stores, catered only to golf enthusiasts. I was hard-pressed to find something to do except walk around. Direct flights to the island can also be quite a thrill ride and not for the faint-hearted (to say the least - I was almost certain that my life was about to end).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cabot Lodge Jackson North a Red Lion Hotel; City: Ridgeland Mississippi; Review: You can tell that the hotel once had charm, but desperately needs renovation, especially the rooms. Pros: free breakfast, cocktail hour - so worth considering if you're traveling with children or in groups, such as sports tournaments. Staff was very friendly. Small pool and courtyard. Cons: rooms desperately need renovation - rooms smelled like mildrew (strongly) and smoke, even though non-smoking hotel. Years of smoking still linger in the furnishings. There was a sticky substance that appeared to be thrown at the wall and dripping down had never been cleaned and was growing mold. Television didn't work and signal went in and out even after we reported and it was supposedly fixed. Hot/cold faucet in the shower was very old and impossible to control. Both kids were scalded even with parent assistance. Beds each had two of the world's tiniest pillows. They were so small, it was hilarious to see them on the bed - about the size of a piece of paper. We had to use the chair cushions to sleep. Comforter was incredibly thin and not enough to sleep comfortable. Only one elevator was not sufficient for peak times and barely held passengers plus luggage, and it was small and very old. Children were terrified that they were going to get trapped and chose to take the stairs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Edgar Degas House Historic Home and Museum; City: New Orleans Louisiana; Review: Extremely charming wedding venue. Spacious and elegant rooms offer many unique wedding configurations. Outdoor space is perfect for mild weather (March/October are ideal) ceremonies and receptions. Catering is delicious and food is regularly prepared onsite for B&B guests. B&B rooms are perfect for wedding party and out of town guests.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center Hotel; City: Denver Colorado; Review: Hotel is a converted bank, complete with vaults. Elegantly styled and well appointed interior design. Spacious rooms and high end amenities. Highly recommended and centrally located in downtown Denver. Within walking distance of shopping, restaurants and sporting events.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Contessa; City: San Antonio Texas; Review: Hotel room and hallways all smelled as though there had been water damage (strong mildew) and everything showed it's age. Renovations are definitely in order and I would not recommend until this happens.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monarch Beach Resort; City: Dana Point California; Review: Luxurious accommodations and spa facilities, delicious restaurants and impeccable grounds. Relaxing and tranquil private beaches. It's easy to see why this is a Dana Point favorite and has so many repeat visitors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Roosevelt New Orleans A Waldorf Astoria Hotel; City: New Orleans Louisiana; Review: This well-appointed and magnificent hotel over the top gorgeous during Christmas. Local families visit the lobby lined with handsomely decorated trees and lights and an oversized ginger bread display to take annual family portraits. Thousands of visitors pass through the lobby everyday to marvel at the splendor of the annual decorations. A stop in the Sazerac bar will transport you in time to the creation of the many iconic local drinks. Not to be missed in December!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Oracle's Moon (A Novel of the Elder Races); Author: Visit Amazon's Thea Harrison Page; Review: I have read all of the Elder Races books and a couple of the short stories. Dragon Bound was my favorite so far - until Lord's Fall. Read it twice. Pia has truly come into her own - she was always smart and independent and strong willed but you really respect her in this book. Dragos has not changed and that is a good thing. Their relationship has matured and it was satisfying to see that development. The other characters are great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadow's Claim (Immortals After Dark); Author: Visit Amazon's Kresley Cole Page; Review: This was the first Kresley Cole I've read and it was a fairly quick, entertaining read. The dialogue was well written - fast and smart. If I compare it to Thea Harrison's Elder Races or J.R. Ward's BDB series, my major criticism is that it is short on character development. The lead male is supposed to be a cold blooded killer but I never really got a sense of his danger or menace. The lead female is a bit shallow. Overall though for what it is, it was fun.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thrill Ride (Black Knights Inc.); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Ann Walker Page; Review: I've read several of the books in this series - completely out of order but it hasn't mattered. The characters have been fun ... until now. I have no issues with Rock, but Vanessa ("Van") comes across as very immature. She cries, sobs, suffers emotional breakdowns, gets teary, or is threatening to get teary for most of the book. Her constant internal monologue is monotonous and, well, boring. Rock is far more interesting and likeable.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Darkness Bound (A Night Prowler Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's J.T. Geissinger Page; Review: I really loved these characters and the relationship that developed. Jack is a strong heroine, who is smart and funny and yes, a bit damaged emotionally, but so is Hawk. And it is steamy. It is a well written book that is hard to put down because you want to read what happens next. The end is a great set-up for what should be coming in the next book, although it was a bit of a cliff hanger (not in terms of Jack & Hawk) but with the colony. This is just an aside, but if anyone has read the Dragon Kin series by GA Aiken, the twins reminded me somewhat of the twin babies Annwyl gives birth to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Torn (Blackthorn) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay J Pryor Page; Review: I debated even reading this one. I had skipped the second book because I found Blood Shadows a little uncomfortable to read but it's been long enough that I read the sample of Blood Torn and ended up buying it. In Book 1 Kane is dark and manipulative without, in my opinion, any hint of redeeming qualities - making the disproportionate amount of power he has over Caitlin and her reaction to him cringe-worthy at times. HOWEVER, in Blood Torn, there is plenty of humor as well as a much feistier heroine in Sophia. Granted, sometimes she seems a bit immature - like a teenager without an edit button, but the dynamic between her and Jasx is fun. He's a great alpha male who is likeable and knows Sophia is holding something back. And she keeps purposely doing everything she can to push his buttons. Still a dark story in a dark setting, but a good satisfying read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twisted (Eternal Guardians) (Volume 7); Author: Visit Amazon's Elisabeth Naughton Page; Review: This was a really great read. Nick has been such an enigma from the first book, it was good to finally get his story. Both Nick and Cynna are survivors of emotional and physical torture - in different ways, but they are both strong, smart and yes, twisted. This makes them exactly right for each other. They don't understand the pull toward each other - especially as Cynna was designated by Zargeus to oversee Nick's torture. However she is also his rescuer. The relationship between them from the beginning is raw and emotional. It is not slow, sweet or pretty. The sex scenes were just a raw and terrifically written. I love this series, and I have to say, this is my favorite so far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luca's Magic Embrace; Author: Visit Amazon's Kym Grosso Page; Review: It reads like something a teen girl would have written - or the writer of a bad, straight to video porn movie. The premise and general plot theme is not bad. But it is hard to get past sentence after sentence where Samantha says Luca's name - like the reader will forget who she is talking to. The other issue is with general flow. Character decision making/thought processes were abrupt and in the context of the heroine having been kidnapped, drugged (or something) and used as a sexual submissive, it was just weird.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blood Deep (Blackthorn) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay J. Pryor Page; Review: The way this series has developed and the intersection of the characters is amazing. Blood Deep centers around Eden and Jessie. Eden has been sent by the head of the TSCU to pose as a con and rescue Jessie. Jessie is a woman whose origins or species is uncertain. She's neither vampire or lycan, but she is strong and her blood heals and she appears to be held by, or under the control of, the head con. But the TSCU or the Global Council never have someone else's best interest really in mind, so rescue might be more like capture. You can feel how conflicted Jessie is. Eden, well, he's just hot and smart and hot again. Both characters are well developed and their sexual attraction begins almost immediately. She may be staying against her will, but Jessie is no helpless victim. Where this story goes - what she is and what she knows makes the wait for the next book way too long. Also, I love that this picks up where Blood Torn left off - and we find out the where and why of the lycan young taken in the raid on the compound.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bound (The Mastered Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Lorelei James Page; Review: This is one of those books that you'll read again, even after reading the next book(s) in the series and know where the relationship between Ronin and Amery goes. The characters, even the secondary ones, are well developed and believable. Amery owns her own graphic design business, is surrounded by a few good, well-intentioned friends, including Molly who is also her employee. When Amery agrees to accompany Molly to her first self defense class to provide moral support - she ends up signing up for the class herself because of the dojo "no observation" rule. This is the last thing Amery really wants to do. She ends up being noticed almost immediately by the dojo's owner, Ronin for not having on proper attire. The interaction is funny and it just rolls from there. He is intense. Sometimes so intense that you wonder if he shouldn't unnerve or scare Amery a bit. She is not without backbone and self confidence, but he is 10 years her senior. There is a lot of mystery about the very sexy Ronin and the sex is off the charts ( really well written). There is more interesting story, character development and chemistry than so much erotica that is out there. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Master (The Game Maker Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Kresley Cole Page; Review: This is a story that gets better as the book goes on. Kat/Lucia has been successfully running from her killer husband for three years and finds herself in desperate need of money. She's been befriended by a high class escort (suffering from adverse botox reaction) who talks her into taking her place for a wealthy Russian client who turns out to be Maskim. We met Maskim briefly in the Professional. There were parts of this book that just did not set right with me. Without giving too much away, I'll just say that there is a scene where a doctor is called that I found a little over the top - but that's my personal opinion. Although it was hard to imagine, even in the book fantasy world way, that Kat would have developed an emotional tie to Maskim and vice versa, the last part of the book made the other parts I didn't care for forgivable. Read it and you'll understand what I mean. I wish the balance was a little different - I would have like to have seen more of a story of Maksim chasing Kat and discovering her secret. Overall, a good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Falling For Sarah: Book Two In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: The beginning of the book is so real and so moving that it just sucks you in. Ethan and Sarah have been friends since before her husband Jake is KIA in the Mid East. Ethan and Jake and Hunter who we meet in book 1 -"Morgan's Hunter" have been friends for a long time and Ethan has stepped in to help Sarah in Jake's absence - including being there for the birth of Sarah and Jake's daughter which Jake got to witness via skype. There has never been a hint of romance or inappropriate feelings which means the romance that develops over time takes them both by surprise. I really liked this story (although not as much as Morgan and Hunter's) and understand that there needs to be some emotional angst, otherwise it's just gooey and uninteresting. I have to say though that Ethan's turmoil over his feelings for Sarah, committing to a relationship, and then his calculated decision to not communicate with her for a period of time made him seem a little immature. Sarah does not just forgive and forget - she does make him wait and work for it. Of course all of this is happening while Sarah is the focus of a murderous stalker. SPOILER ALERT!! STOP READING NOW IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KNOW. Okay, this is my biggest pet peeve with this book. Why must Sarah get pregnant? I could see it coming so personally, I wasn't that surprised. But really? They couldn't find love and romance without being somewhat forced into it by an unplanned pregnancy? She's a widow with a 2 year old. Presumably hasn't been intimate with anyone since before her husband deployed (almost 3 years?), and she has unprotected sex? Please. The pregnancy is what pushed Ethan finally to make the commitment - or realize he wanted to make one. Wish the story allowed them to fall in love with the possibility of continuing to build a family without leaving you to wonder if maybe 'but for' the pregnancy, the relationship may not have come to fruition.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grave Danger; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Grant Page; Review: I have really enjoyed this series by Rachel Grant. The characters are smart and dialogue is well written. In this story, the he is an archeologist working in a small town where an Indian Cultural Center is to be constructed. She finds human remains which may or may not be those of long missing local woman. The identification of the remains as either Native American or not, is crucial to the future of the project as well as whether further investigation is warranted. She becomes the focus of a campaign to smear her reputation, and threats to her life, while falling under suspicion of the local law enforcement (the Sheriff is the HE) that she is either delusional, deceitful, unbalanced or criminal. It was a good and fairly quick read. I didn't feel the depth of connection with these characters as I have with others from the series, but still a good book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Incriminating Evidence (Evidence Series) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Grant Page; Review: Best one of the series yet! Isabelle is smart, funny, tough but with real vulnerabilities. Alex is also smart but he's also flawed and made a number of mistakes which he realizes and admits. Isabelle has very valid reasons for believing he participated in or had knowledge of the cover-up of what she is positive was her brother's murder. Although she wrote letters, complained to authorities and pursued her own investigation, Alex has never attempted to speak to or hear her out directly - until he falls victim to an attack that left him for dead in the Alaskan wilderness and without any memory of the attack. His unwitting savior is Izzy who had no idea who he was. He repays her by having her arrested for violating a no trespass order on his land. Then it gets interesting. Izzy isn't a push-over and she's conflicted by her feelings for Alex. They have great chemistry as they work through the mystery and their mutual distrust of one another. Unlike some other readers, I thought the sex scenes were hot and a great part of the overall book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever Alexa: Book Four In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: So far the best of this series for me was the first book, Morgan's Hunter. This book has a compelling plot and characters with a history that usually makes for good story telling about second chances. The problem? I couldn't stand the title character - Alexa. Although her sister has been kidnapped and she's under enormous stress, I didn't feel sorry for her. Jack I liked and felt for. Alexa undermined the tactics and plans of the professionals, including Jack and the police, ignored repeated warnings and defended her stupidity with the repeated mantra "I have to save my sister". What did she think all of these other people were trying to do? The kidnappers have threatened Alexa and her daughter directly, yet she continues to substitute her judgment for that of the security and law enforcement professionals. Which of course, just increases the risk to everyone's safety. She wasn't kind or nice or sympathetic. Jack could do better except, as he discovers, after he abruptly ended their relationship four years earlier, Alexa discovered she was pregnant. So Jack is just meeting his daughter and in the midst of all of the drama over Alexa's sister's kidnapping, Jack is developing a relationship with her while trying to right past wrongs and win Alexa back. The beginning and the end were the best parts. The middle left much to be desired and although it had potential, it missed the mark for me with such and unlikeable heroine.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Morgan's Hunter: Book One In The Bodyguards of L.A. County Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: As mush as I liked Reagan's Redemption which I also gave five stars, this first book is still my favorite of the series so far. Morgan is not perfect - she does some things that made me hope she would get shot (just for a minute), but she's smart and sweet and vulnerable too. Sometimes I'm not sure why she tolerates Hunter's behavior. He is a kind of an ass at times. But you can see these two will be very good together. Morgan's father has hired him to accompany her back to Yellowstone National Park where three of her friends and team members were killed while working for the government on finding and tagging a lynx. So they get to go hiking and back packing together, and Hunter begins to see first hand, that although Morgan comes from wealth and class, she is tough, has know-how in the back woods, and not at all afraid to get dirty. Hunter is still recovering from a mission gone very wrong in Afghanistan where he loses his best and oldest friend. His willingness to feel and connect with anyone on a personal and emotional level (other than Sara, his friend's widow), is seriously inhibited by his PTSD. When he starts to feel for Morgan, he behaves impulsively, then like a jerk when he regrets his own actions. The romance and suspense are equal partners in this book and it made for a great story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reagan's Redemption: Book Eight In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: In this installment we meet Reagan who is an ER doctor who, although determined not be at fault or having medically malpracticed, has lost her nerve a bit as doctor after having a young patient die on her watch in the ER. She takes a position as the doctor at a federally funded station in the back woods of a mining town where people are suspicious of outsiders, especially the 'feds' . Hunter is the LA Bodyguard assigned on rotation to provide security to the station, protect the drugs stored there and the doctor. Their relationship is a slow build, and Hunter, who freely admits it, was kind of a jerk upon arrival - this was so not the place he wanted to be assigned for the next few months. In many ways this was just a really sweet story of two people learning to trust and appreciate one another while developing into a very untraditional family with the entrance of Jenny and Hope into their "home" and lives. I loved the dynamic between all of them and seeing Hunter's soft and paternal side as well as his sexy and romantic side. In the mix is Reagan's discovery of the black lung disease in several of the miners who have ventured to seek her out at the clinic and the mystery surrounding their misdiagnosis by other doctors. The owners of the mine have a lot to protect and they will go to any lenghts to silence someone who may be able to expose their activities.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Sophie: Book Seven In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: Sophie and Stone end up as unlikely and unexpected roommates. Sophie is the victim of horrible domestic abuse who, with the help of a friend escape her situation in Maine and ends up in LA. The women's shelter has helped her land a job cleaning the Ethan Cooke Security offices at night and she is just happy to be alive but in constant fear of being found by Eric, her ex-fiance and abuser. When Abby recognizes Sophie at the shelter she helps support as the cleaning woman from the office she asks Stone to check on her and make sure she seems okay. Stone is wonderfully clueless, a little grumpy, but he does it because Abby asked him too. The first night he gives Sophie a ride 'home' when she misses her bus and finds out she's living in a really awful by the hour hotel. The second night he gives her a ride they get to the hotel and it's a crime scene complete with CSI and a body being removed from the premises. He ends up taking her home. Their relationship is very sweet and Sophie has no expectations and Stone ends up being warm and caring - surprising even himself. When the truth of Sophie's circumstances come to light, the love story of Sophie and Stone really takes off. My only pet peeve with the way this played out is it would have been more satisfying for Stone to really show he understood how his interactions with Amber - and her behavior - gave the wrong signals. Otherwise, this was up there with Morgan's Hunter for me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blood & Roses Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Callie Hart Page; Review: What a great cast of characters and a compelling story. Zeth is so complex and real - he's a 'good' bad guy that you don't like immediately by any measure, but as you get to know him and his story with Sloan develops, well, I was all in. Zeth is the gang enforcer / hit man, and Sloan is a doctor whose mission has been to find her sister who was abducted two years earlier. While I am not a fan of plots that include virgin women having their first sexual experience, this was handled very differently in this book and Sloan is not spending any time feeling sorry for herself and her choices. She's smart, strong and more capable than you expect. Zeth and Sloan cross paths several times - the first time Sloan doesn't even remember is when Zeth sees her at the hospital when he comes to ID his uncle's body. This is why Zeth recognizes her when the sleazy private detective she's hired shows him her picture. And let the games begin. They end up in a partnership that includes Sloan caring for Zeth's suicidal sister while Zeth works on finding Sloan's sister. This is a gritty story that includes violence, death, explicit sex, and more than a few twists and turns. The relationship between Zeth and Sloan and to each of the other core characters - including Lacy (Zeth's sister), Michael (Zeth's right-hand man), Sloan's psychiatrist best friend, Rebel and the others is a reading treat for those who enjoy a well developed plot, without shortcuts and memorable characters. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Covert Evidence (Evidence Series) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Grant Page; Review: Let me start by saying that I have really enjoyed this series, and I liked this one, but not as much as the previous books. It goes at a good pace, there is suspense and mystery. I didn't care for the heroine all that much and I didn't feel the connection between her and our hero. The romance was kind of blah for me personally. The story revolves around her being suspected of aiding terrorist - when all she's really done is trust the wrong person to be her translator for a trek across a very dangerous area in the Mideast, not just as an American, but as woman traveling alone. Of course she is on her way to find archeology gold in the form of a long hidden tunnel. There are double agents, double crossers, hero angst (he's been deep cover CIA too long to have a real lasting relationship) and danger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Tap (Code 11- KPD SWAT) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Lani Lynn Vale Page; Review: This book was so confusing I'm not sure where to begin. First of all, the hero and the heroine come back together after being apart for many years - while she grows up and recovers from a horrific crime committed by her father against the family, and he joins the military. They were neighbors and in high school together because that's where she first meets him through his sister. They were friends and almost lovers while she was in high school - but I think him being older, their 'near miss' was when he was already in the service. Not sure the time frame. It jumps back and forth between periods of time in their lives, can't figure out when the really reconnected - or if that first time they see each other in present day is the first time and they are a couple immediately, Didn't get the impression - and the story doesn't cover it, that they were ever really a couple as teenagers. Okay, now my review is as confusing as the book. There is so much going on and no cohesive plot all I can say is .... there is something about illegal adoptions, him being targeted by bad guys, him going into Witsec, she's a 'good' catholic girl who won't use birth control, but doesn't shy away from unprotected, pre-marital sex (him too apparently - talk about a stretch!). And so on. Others in this series were much better.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Sorceress of His Own (The Gifted Ones) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Dianne Duvall Page; Review: This is a combination of medieval and paranormal story telling. The characters are really well developed and the relationship between Dillon and Alyssa is sweet. He is a knight and Lord and she is his mystic advisor. He along with everyone else believes the woman who wears the dark robes with her face covered is very old, and the same woman who was advisor to Dillon's father. In fact, Alyssa has replaced her grandmother and began her tenure seven years earlier with Dillon. When a moment of crisis ends with Dillon and his brother having to remove Alyssa's robes in order to inspect her wounds, they discover her true nature - that of a young and beautiful woman. This was a really lovely story - with some battles for castles thrown in. The ending provided a HEA but after the carefully written story up until the end, the end was a bit "tidy" and a little rushed. All in all, a recommended read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tempted by Fire: Dragons of Bloodfire; Author: Visit Amazon's Erin Kellison Page; Review: This was just okay for me. It has good bones and plenty of potential - which may be better developed in later books? Neither character is particularly well developed - although I did enjoy the dialogue between the two main characters and I always like a heroine who can hold her own and doesn't swoon at the first six pack of abs she sees. I think there just wasn't enough there - the story, the relationship and the plot were not given enough time to stretch and evolve. So overall it felt rushed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Shame: Beyond, Book One; Author: Visit Amazon's Kit Rocha Page; Review: Liked it like a guilty pleasure. You need to be able to stomach the multiple sex partners and some BDSM. It's hard to have a love story where the hero and the heroine are so sexually involved with other people. The description is not deceptive - you know what you're getting. Alpha males who willing share the women they love and care about with other men? and vice versa? This book does that without it being nearly as disgusting as it sounds but still a bit uncomfortable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Pursuit (Aegis); Author: Visit Amazon's Elisabeth Naughton Page; Review: This was a really fun read. These two characters have been in an evolving relationship since book 1. What I appreciated most was Marley was smart, not at all wimpy, and completely ready to walk away. Jake had to work for it. There is plenty of humor mixed with the suspense. In this story Jake has just plucked Marley's last nerve - and she basically tells him to shove it. At the same time she gets a call from her ex-lover, boyfriend who she thinks was KIA in Columbia SA while in a rescue mission with her father's company. While Marley 'borrows' Jake's plane to get to Columbia to embark on a rescue mission of her own, Jake follows her, and things take off from there. There is suspense and mystery and yes, a HEA.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Pain: Beyond, Book Three; Author: Visit Amazon's Kit Rocha Page; Review: This is a great series that is exceptionally well written. Although it comes under the erotica genre, it is so much more than just the sex - which I thought from the beginning I would find kind of 'icky'. I ended up reading the other books in the series and I have to say, I love the complexity and the strength of the characters. This is great world building coupled with good story telling and yes, hot sex. I'm not an erotica fan but the first book was free and so I tried it. Really pleasantly surprised.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ravaged (1001 Dark Nights); Author: Visit Amazon's Elisabeth Naughton Page; Review: Love this series and it was fun to go back and revisit the world of the Eternal Guardians, but with a new character (briefly introduced in Twisted). Although it was very short (novella), it was well developed and gives just a hint of what we are missing by so much time in between books in this story line.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hell Bent (A Military Romance Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Emma Fawkes Page; Review: Let me start by saying I didn't even finish. The dialogue was ridiculous and the character interaction not only unbelievable, but kind of uncomfortable. The underlying plot concept is good but not well delivered. The beginning of the book when the girls meet as kids was very well written but I didn't feel the rest of the book was following suit. It needed work.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mercury Striking (The Scorpius Syndrome); Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Zanetti Page; Review: This author is an auto buy usually for me, but I wondered about the foray into post-apocalyptic setting. The apocalypse being a viral infection that has wiped out most of the population, left others infected and zombie-like, while others who appear to have recovered are the moral equivalents of serial killers masking as normal people. Then there are those that survived the virus and are just trying to continue surviving in a violent world, with rapidly diminishing resources (like food, electricity, medical supplies), and B-12 which is necessary for continued infection free survival. Lynne Harmony is the former head of infectious diseases at the CDC and blamed for the outbreak. She was the first infected and though she survived, treatments toward her 'cure' left her with a tell tale blue heart - the blue visible from the outside of her skin. Jax Mercury is the leader of a group of survivors in the LA. Lynne makes her way to Jax to ask for protection - while she pursues her own agenda of finding a secret lab that she thinks may hold the key to a cure. Sparks fly with these two. The characters are really well developed, and I love Jax and Lynne together. She is smart and determined. He's a soldier that doesn't get attached. He's much smarter than she expected, and also much more dominant than she's use to. She's braver and kinder than he ever expected. Great secondary characters and will definitely be looking for the release of the second book in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEALs of Honor: Shadow (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Dale Mayer Page; Review: I gave this 3 stars because the beginning was so good and the heroine was smart and capable. Then it was like someone switched characters midway through. Shadow was okay if not terribly deep, but she lost a bunch of IQ points and started sounding like a 14 year old rather than a grown woman,. And this group of Navy Seals participated in this ridiculous dialogue? Ugh. If the book had stayed consistent with its beginning all of these characters would have been more interesting and respectable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Purest Hook: A smoldering, sexy tattoo romance (Second Circle Tattoos); Author: Visit Amazon's Scarlett Cole Page; Review: This was the story of Pixie and Dred. These two were so real and wonderful together. The story flows easily and since they have known each other for quite some time, it isn't instant lust. And while Pixie has some intimacy issues, they were not dragged out - just a part of who she was as a person trying to move on with her life. Dred was a surprise - I liked him. He has his own checkered past that informs his present and his relationships. Well written with a HEA.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wicked Burn; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Zanetti Page; Review: Nick and Simone turned out to be much more fun and interesting than I expected. While we knew from earlier books that they have a history you have no idea how involved they were. Nick has put in his time and is ready to start a life with Simone. The only problem is she is on trial for treason and facing a possible death penalty, there are attacks on witches - including her own mother, and apparently some facts about her family tree that are a surprise to just about everyone. Other characters make appearances which is fun and I really enjoyed Bear. This is a great addition to the Realm Enforcers/Dark Protectors series and for anyone who has read these books, followed the stories and the characters it is a must read. There is definitely more to the story but clearly being reserved for the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Protecting Justice (The Justice Team) (Volume 6); Author: Visit Amazon's Adrienne Giordano Page; Review: Well written and smart characters This is about family and politics and while Fallyn has lost her twin sister to what she thought was a heart attack, she quickly realizes there is something going on. I hadn't read any other books in the series but it didn't matter. Tony is on a self imposed break from Supreme Court protection detail after the Chief Justice is killed on his watch.. His temp home is with the Justice Team and he is tasked with helping Fallyn keep safe and maintain some privacy. Really liked how smartly and independent Fallyn's character is and how much Tony respects and understands her. The plot was good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Awakened by Fire: Dragons of Bloodfire 2; Author: Visit Amazon's Erin Kellison Page; Review: This was (in my opinion) better than the first book in the series. The characters have a history and know one another. Enjoyed the twist that is her ability and how she came to have it. Some really funny moments. She is smart and strong and brave - a female character a reader can like and respect.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deadly Silence (Blood Brothers); Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Zanetti Page; Review: Rebecca Zanetti just does not write books I don't really enjoy reading. The connection to the Sin Brothers was a great twist. Zara was funny, strong and a heroine you can get behind. Ryker was everything a protective alpha male should be with a healthy does of caring and compassion. You don't have to have read Sin Bros. but the significance of their appearance is probably more meaningful if you have. With or without, highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deceiving Bella: Book Eleven In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series (Volume 11); Author: Visit Amazon's Cate Beauman Page; Review: Bella and Reed were so good together. This was one of the best in the series (my other personal favorite was Morgan's Hunter). Bella and Reed meet right at the same time Bella finds out where her father is living after disappearing from her life just before her 5th birthday. While we get a little about what happened to Bella and her mother, it isn't a big part of the story. Bella was almost toooo sweet, tooo good - to the point where you could get a little tired of her wholesomeness do-gooder syndrome. But what I did really like was she was not an instant forgive, forget and move on to happily ever after. Reed had to work for it. The renewed connection to her dying, former mobster father was the heart with Reed's personal connection and their romance mixed in. Loved Reed's interactions with Bella's dad and everyone should have their own Lucy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonshadow (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Thea Harrison Page; Review: I have loved the Elder Races since Dragon Bound. While I found the more recent vampire ones less interesting, I feel like this spin-off is on equal footing with the original ER books. The world building and character development are fantastic. Sophie is a hoot. Smart, no pushover, independent, and kind hearted. What a great female lead. Nik is a dark face knight, who with others has been trapped on the earth side when all crossover passages to the dark face kingdom were destroyed. Their meeting and ultimate partnership was so much fun to read. The romance is hot and supporting characters, the puk/Robin especially were great. Robin is the dog badly injured and tortured by light fae queen who is rescued by Sophie. Only he isn't really a dog and from there the story just gets better and better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sins of the Heart (Otherkin); Author: Visit Amazon's Eve Silver Page; Review: This book has wonderful complex characters, terrific world-building, and a well developed plot. Not read anything like it conceptually. Very good. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torn: LOST Series #4; Author: Visit Amazon's Cynthia Eden Page; Review: Smart, well developed characters. The plot keeps you guessing and when you think you know .., well. The chemistry between Wade and Victoria is great - loved how determined he was. She's brilliant with secrets and that makes her capable and s bit vulnerable at the same time. Really all works very well together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Crucial 2GB Single DDR3 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) CL7 SODIMM 204-Pin Notebook Memory Module CT25664BC1067; Brand: Crucial; Review: It arrived on time. It was easy to install with the help of the video and printed instructions on the Critical website and it's working fine. However, I would have liked the instructions WITH the chip which is the only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: iLuv SmashBox (iSP110) Portable Amplified Stereo Speaker Case; Brand: iLuv; Review: I've been using one of these every night for over a year and have no complaint. The sound isn't that great but they are small, durable and portable. And all for under $10. That's a deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic Headphones On-Ear Lightweight with XBS RP-HT21 (Black & Silver); Brand: Panasonic; Review: As it says in the title, they were to small and therefore uncomfortable for a man's size head. They would probably be okay for a kid especially for the price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Maxell 190399 Headphone Splitter 20 Foot Extension Cord with Adapter Kit and Travel Pouch; Brand: Maxell; Review: Planes now have 3 different kinds of head phone jacks. If you want to use your good headphone instead of their crappy ones then buy this adopter set; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belkin USB 2.0 4-Port Ultra-Mini Hub; Brand: Belkin; Review: This is my second one and for the price you can't beat it. It does exactly as it's supposed to without fail. Unless you're running a device that needs a lot of power buy this hub.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech S120 2.0 Stereo Speakers; Brand: Logitech; Review: These are good sounding cheap speakers. Good enough for daily PC use. However, I would not use them for listening to music.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Simran SMF-200 Deluxe 200 Watts Step Down Voltage Converter for International Travel to AC 220V/240V Countries, Ideal for Laptops,; Brand: Simran; Review: It's a bit heavy but it worked without a problem the whole time I was in India. However, this has only a 2 prong plug and some outlets in India are 3 prong so buy a cheap 2 to 3 prong adapter along with this and you'll be trouble free.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingston Digital 64GB Data Traveler 101 G2 USB 2.0 Drive, Green (DT101G2/64GB); Brand: Kingston; Review: I don't get the "protective" metal top since it's open on both sides. But it works good enough and it's reasonably priced from a name brand.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Transcend 16GB JetFlash 500 USB 2.0 Flash Drive (TS16GJF500); Brand: Transcend; Review: The flash drive works okay but it's very flimsy. I have many flash drives and it's the only one that rattles when shaken and doesn't lock in the open position. But a Kingston, Sandisk or PNY instead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transcend 4 GB Class 4 microSDHC Flash Memory Card TS4GUSDHC4; Brand: Transcend; Review: Unlike their flash drives (don't buy one) this product as advertised is very good for the price - so far. If it fail soon I'll let you know.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Sansa Clip Zip 4GB MP3 Player, Blue With Full-Color Display, MicroSDHC Card Slot and Stopwatch- SDMX22-004G-A57B (Discontinued by; Brand: SanDisk; Review: At first I really liked the Clip + model with the slot for expanding the player with up to a 32 gb chip. However after a year of use I've encountered many negative with it, and I'm not the only one - Look up the Sandisk Clip Forums (see below) and other negative reviews before buying. Pro: Sounds Good - Expandable Slot for lots of music - Good Size and has the Clip - Has a good easy to view screen. Con: Advertises 15 hour battery life, you'll be lucky to get over 8* - Turns itself off and will not turn back on until you reset it - Can only be charged from a PC, not from a power block which will only drain the battery - It takes at least 3 hour to recharge - Most music folder will have the correct title but many will simply display as a bunch of numbers, or as New Folder, or as Unknown. Even after you correct this the next time you turn on the player it will go back to whatever title it had before - Under Music only the Artist & Albums functions work, the rest of the menu is useless because it is a total mess of random songs - The Equalizer dose not work - It has an extremely short USB connector. But with all it's problems, with the short battery life being the worst, by far it's still way cheaper and easier to use than an IPod so 2 stars instead of 1 star from me. * This is my fourth MP3 Player, one of which was a cheap Colby, and the other 3 all had a better battery life Sandisk Clip forums; [url] [...]; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Microsoft Notebook Optical Mouse 3000; Brand: Microsoft; Review: Mickey, I mean Microsoft has done well with this mouse. It's small, but not too small so it's portable and easy to use. Plus it's very responsive and way easier to use than a touch pad. Keep your wireless junk, in some things wired is always better and this mouse is one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sangean WR-11 Wood Cabinet AM/FM Table Top Analog Radio; Brand: Sangean; Review: If you know some one who is not digitally minded or who is into retro and who still like to listen to the radio then buy them this as a gift. I promise you they will love this radio with it's dials. Plus it is a good sounding radio with a very good receiver that can pull in far away stations, it's a nice size with a real wood cabinet.and it's reasonably priced. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is; it dos not have a Tone button and is a bit heavy on the base especially for the older generation.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Touch A93 9'' Quad Core Google Android 4.4 KitKat Tablet PC, 8GB Multimedia, Dual Camera, Google Play; Brand: PowerbookMedic; Review: I bought this for my 90 year old PC illiterate Mother who is now using it with only a little difficulty which after a bit more practice will be able to use effortlessly. I, myself, have a 2-year old Acer Iconia and I have to say this tablet is a vast improvement over it. It's sleeker, thinner, faster and most importantly, easier to use. Plus it has not only a SDHC expansion port but a mini USB port as well. Also it has a lot less bloatware than the Iconia therefore more memory is eaten up bu useless Apps that I never use I would highly recommend this tablet to any novice or entry level person.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Arris DG1670A Touchstone Data Gateway Bulk Packed; Brand: ARRIS; Review: Great Modem! I'm very happy with my purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CLIKR-5 Time Warner Cable Remote Control UR5U-8780L; Brand: URC; Review: Works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zyxel C1000Z 802.11n VDSL2 Wireless Gateway Modem/Router; Brand: ZyXEL; Review: Awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arris TG852G Telephony Docsis 3.0 Gateway Modem; Brand: ARRIS; Review: Works great for Comcast, just remember to Self-Activate the unit yourself online and not call in!!! Should have bought this a long time ago.. Would have saved sooo much on rental fees :/; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CenturyLink Actiontec PK5001A ADSL2/2+ Modem & Wireless N Router; Brand: Actiontec; Review: Fast shipping, modem works like a charm!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arris TM822g DOCSIS 3.0 Telephony Cable Modem [Bulk Packaging]; Brand: Touchstone; Review: Saving money and internet speeds are crazy fast now!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Piano (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The English Patient (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: South Park: Bigger (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blair Witch Project (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You Can Count on Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Gift (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Golden Bowl (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: True Believer (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sweet and Lowdown (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pollock (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Zelig (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crumb (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sexy Beast (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K-Pax (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shipping News (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex But Were Afraid to Ask (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost Horizon (1937); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Analyze This (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radio Days (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Battlefield Earth (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Plan 9 from Outer Space (1958); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All About Eve (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bully (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Boulevard (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Piano Teacher (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Good Girl (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gardens of Stone (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shadow of the Vampire (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Frontal (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pat and Mike (1952); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mosquito Coast (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Dinner with Andre (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Videodrome (1983); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Grey Zone (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Best Fiend: Klaus Kinski (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Original Sin (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Straight Story (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gray's Anatomy (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fast Runner (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Hal (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Akira Kurosawa's Dreams (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Metropolis (1927); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boondock Saints (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mostly Martha (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Professional (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Husband (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Graffiti: Collector's Edition (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quills (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blood Simple (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Roughing It (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Roger Dodger (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Skins (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Michael Moore's The Awful Truth: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Band of Brothers (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blind Spot: Hitler's Secretary (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Auto Focus (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Nouvelle Experience (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Croupier (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunshine State (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fog of War (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Max (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In America (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wonderful (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cowboy Bebop: The Movie (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Impromptu (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Happiness (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Affliction (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fresh (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gleaners and I (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bubba Ho-Tep (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sylvia (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Living in Oblivion (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lovely & Amazing (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Defending Your Life (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wit (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingpin (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I'm Not Scared (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elling (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Control Room (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stone Reader (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Touching the Void (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capturing the Friedmans (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Step Into Liquid (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waco: The Rules of Engagement (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Spanish Prisoner (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glengarry Glen Ross (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Repo Man (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Talk to Her (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Romance (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intimacy (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Days (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Song for Martin (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex at 24 Frames Per Second (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hugh Hefner: American Playboy (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: On the Waterfront (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Regret to Inform (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Handmaid's Tale (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swimfan (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: City of God (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nazi Officer's Wife (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Last Days (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wild Things (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 4 (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Irreversible (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Primer (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Topeak Explorer Bike Rack; Brand: Topeak; Review: This rack is great! It was easy to install on mine and the wife's Trek bikes. The bending of the metal arms that hold the upper portion of the rack to the bike was not that hard. The Topeak sliding system for trunks and other carring options, baskets etc. is by far the best I've ever seen for varity. The price at Amazon was the lowest I've found too. The racks are going to be used with the Topeak's trunk with the fold down panniers for short motel touring in N Texas. Already they have been very handy. The rack is solid and quiet on the bike. Lightweight too. Don't get the one with the spring clamp, it's heavier and noiser from what I've read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Topeak MTX Trunk Bag EXP Bicycle Trunk Bag with Rigid Molded Panels; Brand: Topeak; Review: If you want a trunk that secures better then the four velcro strip types and has the option of a ton more room for everyday riding around town or even a two day tour this is the bag for you! It secures perfectly on the Topeak sliding rack and doesn't make any noise on the road. The truck is roomy enough and you can even put some items in the side pockets when they are not down.I installed them on both mine and the Wife's bikes. We intend to use them for short hotel tours in North Texas area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon CoolMax MummyLiner; Brand: Cocoon; Review: I've been backpacking for 10+ years from the AT to Philmont and this is the single best purchase I've ever made to sleep better in my North Face bag. I won't step foot into the woods without it. Whether you sleep in just your undies or clothed this liner will work for you. It's also great for those warmer nights when you just need alittle covering.Do yourself a favor and get this liner!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ATC CREE XML T6 LED 1200 Lumen Bike Light / Bike Bicycle Light HeadLight headLamp with improved battery and charger; Brand: Atc; Review: I would say that this is a great deal for a high power light. You can definitely use it for a "see your way" light. Mounting is easy with two different sizes of bands to attach it to your bike or the headlamp strap (included).As far as how well it lights up the road I'd say really well. On flash and high mode it was lighting up signs that reflected more then 100 yards away.Great commuter light.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serfas Thunderbolt USB Taillight; Brand: ; Review: I'm a commuter and these are really great for dead of night riding. If you place two on the seatstays to the rear you will be seen for sure. Maybe even by the texting A-Holes. Being they are LEDs the battery life is great. Easy to mount and remove too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunlite Bottom Bracket Type Bicycle Display Stand; Brand: Pyramid; Review: This stand is good for most standard frames. However for larger down tubes and odd larger shaped downtubes it won't fit and the bike will not be secure on it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with Wikipedia articles as follows:
Title: Frances Glessner Lee; Description: 'mother of forensic science'""
Title: Po-Lin; Description: 2008 film by Jolanta Dylewsk
Title: Ravish Malhotra; Description: Indian astronaut
Title: Georgi Katys; Description: Soviet cosmonaut
Title: Valentina Ponomaryova; Description: Russian singer
Title: Yurii Alekseevich Vasnetsov; Description: Russian illustrator
Title: Jochen A. Werner; Description: German physician
Title: Valentina Ponomaryova; Description: Cosmonaut
Title: István, a király; Description: Hungarian rock opera
Title: Irina Solovyova; Description: Russian cosmonaut
Title: Airbus THOR; Description: 3D printed unmanned aerial vehicle
Title: Target in the Clouds; Description: 1939 film by Wolfgang Liebeneiner
Title: Hans Wocke; Description: German opera singer and film actor (1904-1972)
Title: Hans Wocke; Description: German airplane designer
Title: Pyotr Kolodin; Description: Soviet cosmonaut
Title: Rubin Abdullin; Description: Russian music educator
Title: Yakovlev EG; Description: experimental aircraft
Title: Aleksey Ovchinin; Description: Russian cosmonaut
Title: HP.115; Description: 1961 experimental aircraft by Handley Page
Title: SZD-24 Foka; Description: glider aircraft
Title: SZD-24 Foka; Description: Glider
Title: Alf-Gerd Deckert; Description: East German cross-country skier
Title: PZL MD-12; Description: passenger and civil utility aircraft
Title: Jan Wróblewski; Description: Polish sportsperson and aviator | wikirec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Clarion Inn Suites Chambersburg; City: Chambersburg Pennsylvania; Review: I stayed there and i worked there. the place is clean. and spacious. the resturaunt was just newly added a few yrs ago. its very nice. friendly staff. the food is good. has a huge pool. beds are very comfy to sleep in. tv, wifi. good prices.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn; City: New Columbia Pennsylvania; Review: Spouse and I went there to get away for night, so we went there. We got a king room with a jacuzzi tub.We laid and relaxed , watched tv, ate. Decided to get in the jacuzzi but it was too hot for me so i didnt stay in long. but it was nice. The room was a nice size and was clean and the bed and pillows were very comfy, i would have loved to brought the whole bed and pillows home with me. The price is a little steep for someone whos watching their pennies but it it is a nice clean place to stay and the staff was very friendly also. would reccomend this palce to travlers; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sullivan Trail Inn Suites; City: Pocono Lake Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylvania; Review: My husband and I had wanted to get away for a few days and we found this little place and decided to give it a try. The price was right. the staff was friendly and helpful. the room was very spacious and clean. Had a small fridge, coffee maker, microwave. Ac, a large closet for all our clothes.Place was old but clean and homey. Loved the pool. Had a two bedroom cabin and area to grill and have fire outside to roast marshmallows. Miniture golf next door and a good resturaunt too. we will stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Lewisburg PA; City: Lewisburg Pennsylvania; Review: My husband and I were looking around at the motels to see where we would like to get away for a few days to, so we wanted to go check some out and see what was available and what they offered. we went here and we were told a price and showed a room and the amenities they had to offer. the rooms were nice and comfy and clean. the amenities were nice, we of course love the pool, and jacuzzi. the staff was friendly and very helpful and answered our many questions. would recommend this place to travelers and anyone looking to get away from it all for a few days.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All Suites Inn Budget Host; City: Lewisburg Pennsylvania; Review: Went there to see how the place was and we got a surprise, they are not just rooms but they are 1 bedroom places, like a one bedroom apartment. they have a small living room, kitchen and bed and bath . very cozy, very cute and clean. also they do monthly rates, which i love. there is a resturaunt on premises which is very cool. staff was nice to us and all we were doing was checking out the place at this time. its also pet friendly. short term and long term.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Country Place Inn Suites; City: White Haven Luzerne County Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylvani; Review: This is one of the motels we stopped to look at to see how the rooms were and also check price to see if this is one wed stay in when we return to poconos. well the answer is NO WAY! the rooms were very small , and not clean and smelled like smoke,.. awful. pink bathroom, the whole bathroom was ugly pink... so we will not be staying there at all next trip to Poconos.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Econo Lodge Inn Suites Near Split Rock And Harmony Lake; City: White Haven Luzerne County Poco; Review: We were looking at some motels in the area to stay in when we come back to that area, seeing which would be the best for us and check out the rates. well i said lets go look at the econolodge ,my hubby was like im sure its going to be like the other rooms a bed , dresser. ya know. wow were we surprised. Lady took us to a room, opened the door and i was floored. It was a tiny apartment, really! I was like so adorable. you walk in and there was a living room, across room was a small dining table and chairs, a kitchen, a bath and a bedroom.. it was so adorable. i was like ok, im afraid to ask the price of it. lady laughed and said its $55 a night. REALLY! thats it!? wow awesome. well needless to say i got the card for the place and when were back in the area we will def stay there.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Econo Lodge Inn Suites Near Split Rock And Harmony Lake; City: White Haven Luzerne County Poco; Review: My husband and I had went there last night for a room, it is our anniversary, the little apartment that we stayed in was cozy and warm. I like how it separates everything and it looks like a little apartment. The bed was so soft and comfortable , i had no trouble sleeping. The room had good heat in it, which was great to have since it was so cold outside. will go there again. thank you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sullivan Trail Inn Suites; City: Pocono Lake Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylvania; Review: This place was our place, we loved it there, (hubby) we decide to get away and go there was told 65 total a night and even if we decided to stay for two then we gt there and were told different but we stayed for a night. were told we were gt this room 2 cheap because the other ppl who stayed there was not happy with a loud ac well the ac did not bother me at all. i was asleep and was woke up at midnight from loud music and it was the ppl beside us, the loud music and partying continued till 3 am i thought ok good ill sleep now but no the ppl started arguing and banging doors and banging things and it went on till 6 or 7 am and my hubby and i got no sleep, we wentt o leave and the booze bottles and cans all in garbage from ignorant ppl who had no decencny to let ppl sleep, we told the manager at the trail and was told how sorry they were , we said no prob not ur fault, then was offered a diff room but at a much higher rate, that was when we got very upset because after no sleep from ppl passing thru and were regulars we thought we would gt told u can have the other room for a cheaper rate because of all the inconv but nope so we left. and may not ever go back which is sad because i really liked the place but if having ppl like they had stay there gt a better deal and chase ppl like us away well ... sorry its how i feel. it is a very nice place and love the pool and woods there ppl who act as the ppl beside us did ruin it for ppl like us. and room was not clean as it usually is,; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sullivan Trail Inn Suites; City: Pocono Lake Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylvania; Review: Was in area with hubby. Had our small dog with us. Hes 8 pounds . The web site says pet policy pets allowed. Well the ppl turned around told us no dogs my hubby says the site says pets allowed. They said nope we don't allow any. Well I was not very happy considering their website says pets allowed. Will not b goin back; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Pocono Mountain; City: White Haven Luzerne County Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylva; Review: My husband and I along with our Tiny.(dog) went there to check it out since it had a pool and allowed pets. Ppl at front desk were friendly. Gave us a room on the 3 rd floor and by a back door to take out Tiny out . that was nice. We had a huge king bed. Loved it. Flat screen TV. Loved it. The pool was nice. Only issue was the bathroom wasn't very clean. There was an empty shampoo bottle left in shower ewww. Which leads me to think it wasn't cleaned. The TV stand was so dusty I could write on it include TV. For over a $100 a night it should have been clean. But not a total disaster .; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Tommy Hilfiger Men's 5-Pack Brief Underwear Set; Brand: ; Review: Good product and fit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Haggar Men's Big & Tall Cool 18 Hidden Expandable-Waist Plain-Front Pant; Brand: ; Review: Really nice fit and look great. Highly recommend these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DREAM PAIRS Girls Toddler/Little Kid/Big Kid Faux Fur Lined Mid Calf Winter Snow Boots; Brand: DREAM PAIRS; Review: Seem to be well made and the pink color was just as pictured. My daughter loves them and I'm a hit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Van Heusen Men's Big and Tall Long-Sleeve Traveler No-Iron Button-Front Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Lightweight but good quality. Fit much larger than anticipated. Nice color.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: IZOD Men's CLEARANCE Big and Tall Advantage Performance Solid Polo Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Nice color and quality good. They are a bit long.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Men's Swiftwater Flip; Brand: ; Review: Pretty darn comfy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Backyard Bowls; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: PERFECTION IN A BOWL. I tried to replicate their acai bowls at home, using their menu as a reference. No matter what I did, it just did not compare to the bowls they serve. People say that the bowls are a little pricey, and I completely disagree. They claim to use no fillers like yogurt in a majority of their bowls, and if this is truly the case, their pricing makes complete sense. The acai berry is native to Brazil and can not be transported without being processed into pulp form, because it rots quickly after picking. The amount of work it takes to process and import the berries warrants higher prices. A 4-pack of individually packaged acai berry pulp costs about $6.50 at Whole Foods. The Backyard Bowl and Island Bowl are my favorites. They are very filling and refreshing, especially on a hot summer day. They also advocate sustainability and give a stamp card incentive if you get the bowls "for here" instead of "to go" or if you re-use a "to go" container. It's not very often that you have businesses care about how they affect the environment and serve something delicious and healthy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: This place is brand spankin' new, and as expected with new places with a good rep, it was PACKED. The beer and crowd are great here. It might be difficult to flag an employee since they get so busy, but you can tell they're working hard. The bouncer was really funny and friendly. All in all, this place has a great vibe. It's a mixed crowd, but everyone there is just looking to have a good time. Shout out to The Caverns, a kick-ass group of teenagers who, apparently, are now the resident band here. These kids know how to entertain.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dune Coffee Roasters - Anacapa; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: I didn't have a particularly great intro to the French Press. The first time I tried their coffee at the State St. location, my latte tasted like the beans were burnt. My boyfriend and I came here to have some morning coffee with his family. He really likes the look of this new location. He like the glass walls, which gives the place a bright, open and airy feel. He also has a weird obsession with concrete floors. My Americano was good. I tried my boyfriend's iced chai, and I seriously felt like I was doing the Cinnamon Challenge. That cinnamon in that chai was STRONG. They were out of half and half, which I had to point out. They weren't particularly busy (employee at the register was just standing around), so it's kind of annoying when these things are left unchecked. Nothing was extraordinary here, but nothing was terrible about it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: State & Fig; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: This is a relatively new establishment in the ever-exploding Santa Barbara food scene (which, unfortunately, is really lacking in diversity). State & Fig, aptly named for its location, only started their dinner service a couple of months ago. They started out as a brunch/lunch place to test out the waters. Dining on they outdoor courtyard is quite lovely on a really nice summer night. The inside is charming, dimly lit, and romantic. The staff is really nice and easy to talk to. They gave us recommendations for the starters. We ordered the antipasti and chose the crispy garbanzo beans, potatoes, and brussel sprouts. Each were so flavorful and really lived up to the term "appetizer." We were definitely excited to eat after that. The boyfriend ordered the short rib with soft polenta and I ordered the fig burger. The burger was really good. The sweet fig jam was a nice contrast to the blue cheese and the patty was juicy. The burger was large and filling. The boyfriend's short rib was so tender. However, my favorite part has got to be the soft polenta. It was SO GOOD. It was creamy, cheesy, salty without being inedible. So much OOMPH in that polenta. My second favorite was the budino for dessert. It was like eating little spoonfuls of heaven. I am big fan of this place, and I am eager to come back to try their brunch.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taqueria La Colmena; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: I still prefer Cuernavaca over La Colmena, but I would definitely keep coming back for the rajas tacos and the homemade tortillas. I know some people don't like the orange peanut salsa, but I like it. It's different. The rajas are the best thing they have here. Stringy, gooey, grilled cheese, grilled pasilla and onions...the ONE taco that I would eat over one with meat!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Heavenly Shapewear Women's Seamless Molded Cup Bodysuit; Brand: Heavenly Shapewear; Review: I purchased a several of these and this is definitely the one I liked the least. The sizing was off and the cups were oddly shaped HOWEVER - I never put this on bc I could tell it was going to be wicked uncomfortable by pulling it on just slightly up my torso......go with another choice Sorry :-( There are better ones out there....; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Olympia Luggage Cosmopolitan Rolling Shopper Tote, City, One Size; Brand: Olympia; Review: Excellent! Live in a city. This is light to carry 'to' shopping and handles like a champ when full. HIGHLY recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Women's Go Walk Coziness Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Very minimalist looking for those who want subtle. I love these. The material is great, and as with all Skechers Go Walk - super comfortable. This is probably 1 of 7 I own and I love every one of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Women's Go Walk Snug Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Love these. Had to wash them I wore them so much and they got a little stinky. Fluffiness disappeared a bit but wearing them as I type this review. Highly recommend and yes, I want the blue ones too. :-) Anybody?? LOL; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chaco Z/Volv Flip Synth; Brand: Chaco; Review: Typically not a fan of plastic soles on flipflops but my sister recommended these. And she was right. These are great. However overpriced in my opinion. I would not buy multiples of these due to the pricing. I am typically an 8 - no matter what the shoe. My foot goes completely to the back. I live in a city and don't wear flip flops around for walking bc of filth but I'd probably order a half size up if these were going to be heavy walking shoes. t\\\\; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arus Women's Organic Turkish Cotton Adjustable Closure Spa Shower and Bath Wrap; Brand: ; Review: LOVE this. Soft absorbent, and a must have for post shower as you add lotions and potions as part of your beauty regime. Because these are so affordable, when they get too stained, I replace it. I just purchased the bright blue, but have had other colors like white and dark green in the past. Loved them all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Hot Ticket Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Terrible support but cute; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Women's Go Walk 3 Fitknit Extreme Slip-On Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I used to love skechers and have purchased many of them. NOT buying another pair. My podiatrist said these are horrible for support and city walking. Likely one of the causes of my plantar faciitis which is extremely painful. Shame on this company for promoting them as 'walk all day' shoes. Podiatrist said if you can twist a shoe - it doesn't have enough support. Who knew?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vassarette Women's Comfortably Smooth Slip Short Panty 12674; Brand: VASSARETTE; Review: My go to for under skirts and dresses in the summer. LOVE love love; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fruit of the Loom Women's 6 Pack Comfort Covered Waistband Boyshort Panties; Brand: ; Review: The actual items have different patterns.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Womens Original Adjustable Back Short Wellington Rain Snow Festival Boot; Brand: Polar Products; Review: It's really heavy, kind of hard to take them off.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Breathe Easy Jackpot Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I'm an 8 for sneakers but these are just tiny. Returned.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Breathe Easy Jackpot Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I'm an 8 for sneakers but these are just tiny. Returned.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Skyway Luggage Mirage Superlight 28-Inch 4 Wheel Expandable Upright, Black, One Size; Brand: Skyway; Review: Light, large, wheels work fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pant Stretcher - Heavy Duty - Easy to Use - Instant Stretch - 30" to 59" Stretch Range; Brand: USA Country Pant Stretcher; Review: This product is fantastic. It is very durable made of high quality metal and hardwood. It is very easy to use and works great. I highly recommend it and it has a lifetime guarantee.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finn Comfort Samara Sandal; Brand: Finn Comfort; Review: I live in Hawaii and only wear sandals. I tried almost every brand available. These Finn Comfort are the most comfortable sandal I have ever worn. I bought another identical pair so I have one for inside and outside. I highly recommend these shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mountain Hardwear 1528601 Men's Yumalino Pant; Brand: Mountain Hardwear; Review: After I tried these pants on for the first time I didn't want to take them off. They fit perfectly and are totally awesome. I highly recommend these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tigre Amore Men's Braided Elastic Stretch Belt Mix Design; Brand: Tigre Amore; Review: EXCELLENT BELT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hawke & Co Men's Full-Zip Polar Fleece Jacket; Brand: ; Review: Great jacket and great price; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Peculiar Miss Pickett; Author: Nancy R. Julian; Review: My mother loved this book as a child and so she shared it with me when I was a child. I shared it with my children and they loved it. I wanted to share it with my students but my copy was worn out after fifty years. I was thrilled when I found it and the condition it was in. Great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #6: The Castle Crime (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)); Author: Visit Amazon's Ron Roy Page; Review: My son loves everything Ron Roy writes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cup of Our Life: A Guide for Spiritual Growth; Author: Visit Amazon's Joyce Rupp Page; Review: This is my favorite daily inspirational book I've ever done. We did it with a book group that met weekly and it was great. Would do it again in a heart beat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The LEGO Neighborhood Book: Build Your Own LEGO Town!; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Lyles Page; Review: Our son loves some of the ideas shown in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A to Z Mysteries Super Edition #4: Sleepy Hollow Sleepover; Author: Visit Amazon's Ron Roy Page; Review: Our son has read this several times. He loves the A to Z Mystery books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: The Coziest Restaurant in Every State; Abstract: It's tough to explain what makes a place cozy, but we all know it when we see it, especially with restaurants. The décor, the lighting, the accessories, the menu all of these can take a place from merely comfy to cozy. The next time you're craving a meal that makes you feel warm and fuzzy, try one of these 50 restaurants.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: JetBlue, Norwegian Air pair up to make transatlantic bookings simpler; Abstract: Norwegian Air, JetBlue tie up to make transatlantic bookings simpler; Category: travel
Title: New Orleans' Second Oldest Restaurant Is Moving; Abstract: Onwards and upriver!; Category: foodanddrink
Title: The Best Brunch Spot In Every State; Abstract: These are the places across the US whip up the best brunch, according to Yelp.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: The one restaurant you need to visit in every state; Abstract: These 51 restaurants best represent regional culture and cuisine, making them a must stop for any food lover.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Quick Jack: The Safer and Faster Alternative to a Floor Jack; Abstract: We show you how to set up Quick Jack, the faster and safer alternative to using a traditional floor jack and jack stands.; Category: autos
Title: 7 'Italian' foods Americans eat that you typically won't find in Italy; Abstract: Things like spaghetti and meatballs or even a single slice of pizza seem normal and standard in the US, but that's not the case in Italy.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport Manual First Test: Unhappy Marriage; Abstract: Pentastar V-6 and six-speed stick an imperfect match; Category: autos
Title: What It's Really Like to Sail on a 100-Day, Around-the-World Cruise; Abstract: 15 tips, tricks, and secrets on making the most of a world cruise, from the people who have been there.; Category: travel
Title: The 10 best countries to travel to in 2020; Abstract: When selecting locations for its annual list, Lonely Planet paid particular attention to the best sustainable travel experiences around the world.; Category: travel
Title: Mercedes-Benz Vision EQS shows the future that's driving luxury; Abstract: We get behind the wheel of one of the most beautiful concepts of 2019 to find out why it's so important to Mercedes-Benz, and why it's such good news for drivers who actually want to drive.; Category: autos
Title: Abandoned mills and industrial buildings reveal a world gone forever; Abstract: Dilapidated reminders of our manufacturing past.; Category: finance
Title: The Best Potato Recipe from Every State; Abstract: We scoured the Taste of Home recipe library to find the best potato recipes in America. Submitted by local home cooks, these dishes are our highest-rated and best-loved in every state.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Dad Lied About 4-Year-Old's Role In Double Shooting: Report; Abstract: Authorities say a Milwaukee man blamed a double-shooting on his 4-year-old daughter, then changed his story to the more truthful version once police warned him about the charges he would be up against if he continued his tale.; Category: news
Title: The Best and Worst Countries for Expats; Abstract: ; Category: finance
Title: You can now book a European cruise that's entirely dedicated to chocolate; Abstract: The eight-day trip around Italy, Spain, and Malta includes pastry-making classes, chocolate tastings, and even a trip to a chocolate museum.; Category: travel
Title: 'Priceless' finds that turned out to be worthless; Abstract: From a bottle of rare Scotch whisky to a fake Picasso painting, we take a look at items from around the world that were believed to be highly valuable... but turned out to be worthless.; Category: finance
Title: President Donald Trump greeted with boos at Game 5 of World Series, fans chant 'lock him up'; Abstract: President Donald Trump was greeted with a thunderous chorus of boos from the sold-out crowd of baseball fans at Nationals Park.; Category: news
Title: The ice used to protect them. Now their island is crumbling into the sea.; Abstract: Shrinking ice, rising sea levels and fierce storms are damaging the Magdalen Islands. Residents are trying to fend off the water in some places, and retreat from it in others.; Category: weather
Title: Why President Trump's kids are probably celebrating his move to Florida; Abstract: The No. 1 reason billionaires decide to move.; Category: finance
Title: Best all-inclusive resorts in the world; Abstract: Certain vacation destinations are known for having a wealth of all-inclusive resorts (the islands of Fiji and Jamaica come to mind). But resorts that wrap fun, food and drinks into a convenient package can be found all over the world. From a Cancun family favourite and an all-inclusive ski resort in the Alps to a far-flung locale that caters to scuba divers, you'll find a bit of everything on this roundup of the best all-inclusive resorts in the world.; Category: travel
Title: Toyota Supra vs. Ford Mustang Shelby GT350: Kicking Tail!; Abstract: Toyota's new sports coupe goes Head 2 Head against Ford's updated pony.; Category: autos
Title: Alaska mine could generate $1 billion a year: Is it worth the risk to salmon?; Abstract: A brown bear loped across rolling green tundra as Charles Weimer set down a light, single-engine helicopter on a remote hilltop.; Category: finance
Title: Video captures terrifying moment woman slips at Grand Canyon; Abstract: Emily Koford was visiting the national park with her mom when a step backward left her clinging to the rocks.; Category: video
Title: 16 Secrets Olive Garden Doesn't Want You to Know; Abstract: Here's everything you've wanted to know about your favorite breadstick-serving restaurant.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Chasing a Lamborghini Huracán Evo With a 200-MPH Ducati for 1200 Miles; Abstract: Some Italian manufacturers just don't know what the word "comfort" means.; Category: autos
Title: Trump boasts of 'blowout' 303,000 jobs report, leading economists to puzzle over his math; Abstract: Trump touted 'blowout' 303K jobs added in October, more than twice figure reported. He accounted for prior months revisions and GM, census effect; Category: finance
Title: Texas' Best-Kept Secret: The Second-Largest Canyon in the U.S.; Abstract: "The history of this area is game changing," Phyllis Nickum says as I stare into Palo Duro Canyon, a 120-mile-long chasm slicing through the level landscape of the Texas panhandle just south of Amarillo. Palo Duro marks the southern border of Nickum's Los Cedros Ranch, a 3,000-acre spread where she raises cattle, horses, and harvests wheat and water. It's also home to "Cowgirls and Cowboys in the West," the ranch's tourist arm, which celebrates...; Category: travel
Title: Oklahoma approves largest single-day commutation in U.S. history; Abstract: The commutations of more than 500 prisoners means Oklahoma no longer has the highest incarceration rate in the country.; Category: news
Title: I've lived in Seattle for a year and a half, and here are the 9 best cheap or free things to do when you visit; Abstract: Sample local seafood, see the city from above, and ride to a local hiking trail for next-to-nothing when you visit Seattle.; Category: travel
Title: 12 Things U.S. Presidents Have to Pay for on Their Own; Abstract: Not everything comes for free with the (White) house. The post 12 Things U.S. Presidents Have to Pay for on Their Own appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: lifestyle
Title: What It's Really Like to Sail on a 100-Day, Around-the-World Cruise; Abstract: 15 tips, tricks, and secrets on making the most of a world cruise, from the people who have been there.; Category: travel
Title: Tom Brady explains why he's angry at this point in the football season; Abstract: New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady wasn't happy on Monday morning. That much was clear when he logged on for his call with WEEI sports radio. But he wasn't sad, even if he sounded a little down after his team's 37-20 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night. "I'm more angry. I'm just an angry football I'm like an angry during football season. It's always kind of at a boil just below boil. It doesn't take much to push me over the...; Category: sports
Title: Supreme Court leans toward expanding Clean Water Act to protect oceans from wastewater; Abstract: Supreme Court justices, both conservative and liberal, appeared skeptical Wednesday of a Trump administration argument that the federal Clean Water Act should not apply to sewage plant wastewater that flows into the ground and eventually seeps into federally protected waters, such as rivers or oceans.; Category: news
Title: Lufthansa strike cancels 1,300 flights, stranding thousands; Abstract: Lufthansa said that customers could rebook their flights, but passengers reported having trouble reaching the airline.; Category: travel
Title: Never spend more than this amount of your income on a car, says finance expert and millionaire; Abstract: Not following the 1/10th rule of car buying led to a $15,000 loss and it hurt like hell.; Category: finance
Title: 21 Costco Bulk Buys to Score for Thanksgiving; Abstract: Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and the time is nigh for resurfacing that gravy boat and thinking about how many extra leaves you need for the dining table. This particular holiday is a favorite for many people, including me and mine, but also a stressful one, because getting a big meal with lots of components on the table is not instinctual for even the most perfectly capable cooks. There is a lot to say about being more prepared and relaxed...; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Charles Rogers, former Michigan State football, Detroit Lions star, dead at 38; Abstract: Charles Rogers, the former Michigan State football star whom the Detroit Lions selected with the second overall pick in 2003 NFL draft, has died.; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Polar G3 GPS Sensor Set; Brand: ; Review: The only issue I have is with the armband itself. The rubber grip tends to separate from the inside of the band, a bit like the tread of a tire when it separates. This does not make the armband useless, merely a bit unattractive when I put it on and take it off. The strap itself remains functional.The GPS tracker works fine with my FT80 watch and chest strap. I run 8-9 miles twice a week. The trees and forests don't really get in the way. If the signal gets lost, it recovers itself in a few seconds. I'm quite happy with this device.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Impex Apex Solid Olympic Curl Bar; Brand: Impex; Review: What's not to like. It is inexpensive, compatible with Olympic weights, easy to grip, and even aesthetically pleasing. I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wald 10252 Bicycle Training Wheels (16 to 20-Inch Wheels, .75 and 1-Inch Frame Tubes); Brand: Wald; Review: They keep coming loose. I'm sure it must be my fault somehow, but then again, I expect training wheels to be idiot-proof...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Razor V-17 Youth Multi-Sport Helmet; Brand: Razor; Review: My daughter loves to ride her bicycle. Being a doting parent, I worry about her safety, so I make her wear elbow pads, knee pads, and a helmet. I know, I know, in my day we didn't bother with any of that rubbish, but I grew up in a small village with lots of fields whereas my daughter is in the city with roads and cars. This helmet fits well, is comfortable, and doesn't look too dorky.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3M Peltor Combat Arms Earplugs; Brand: 3M; Review: If you are on a firing range, in a factory, or in bed with a snoring partner, these earplugs are just the ticket.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wald 10252 Bicycle Training Wheels (16 to 20-Inch Wheels, .75 and 1-Inch Frame Tubes); Brand: Wald; Review: They keep coming loose. I'm sure it must be my fault somehow, but then again, I expect training wheels to be idiot-proof...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wald 10252 Bicycle Training Wheels (16 to 20-Inch Wheels, .75 and 1-Inch Frame Tubes); Brand: Wald; Review: They keep coming loose. I'm sure it must be my fault somehow, but then again, I expect training wheels to be idiot-proof...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wald 10252 Bicycle Training Wheels (16 to 20-Inch Wheels, .75 and 1-Inch Frame Tubes); Brand: Wald; Review: They keep coming loose. I'm sure it must be my fault somehow, but then again, I expect training wheels to be idiot-proof...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wald 10252 Bicycle Training Wheels (16 to 20-Inch Wheels, .75 and 1-Inch Frame Tubes); Brand: Wald; Review: They keep coming loose. I'm sure it must be my fault somehow, but then again, I expect training wheels to be idiot-proof...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mongoose BMX Bike Gel Knee and Elbow Pads; Brand: Mongoose; Review: My daughter hates wearing this stuff when she's riding a bike (I don't blame her) but she admits that it has saved her from a few scrapes and cuts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 5 LED Bicycle Rear Tail Red Bike Torch Laser Beam Lamp Light; Brand: ; Review: Mine arrived with only one of the lane-generating LEDs working. I don't care. For $11, I can order another one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Serfas TCPG Bicycle Floor Pump; Brand: Serfas; Review: It took me a few minutes to figure out how to use the thing, but in the end, it was worth it. The dial is particularly easy to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Inverlea Guest House; City: Ayr South Ayrshire Ayrshire Scotland; Review: Dont waste your time looking for a B&B in Ayr go direct to the Inverlea where you will find everything that you need. Thank you Liz, Douglas little Max and staff for a wonderful stay, every time we come to Ayr you make us feel like we are family. Lovely modern decor and clean warm rooms, great breakfast with all you could want as usual.Parking no problem. Keep up the good work and we will see you next year. Love and thanks to you all Kay and Les Cumbria.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inverlea Guest House; City: Ayr South Ayrshire Ayrshire Scotland; Review: Lovely to come back, like staying with good friends. Lovely modern and clean, fantastic food and 'nae bother' the usual catch phrase.Many thanks to Liz and Douglas for their warm welcolm and kindness throughout our stay and thanks to Max for bringing the toast each morning. We will be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inverlea Guest House; City: Ayr South Ayrshire Ayrshire Scotland; Review: well done Liz & Douglas, excellent stay with you and young Max really enjoyed your hospitality. the garden looks amazing after the overhaul. Rooms spotless as usual and the breakfast was terrific Ideal location within walking distance of town centre and plenty on street parking Many thanks Kay & Les; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inverlea Guest House; City: Ayr South Ayrshire Ayrshire Scotland; Review: A big thank you to Liz and Douglas for a fantastic stay once again. We are beginning to feel like part of an extended family! The newly refurbished room (no. 3) is wonderful and shows such great taste. Breakfast surpassed itself this time (thank goodness for the Lang Mile- needed to work it off) We will Definitely be back again soon - Kay and Les Cumbria; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Newcastle Airport South Hotel; City: Woolsington Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear; Review: Stayed at the beginning and end of a 4 week holiday and parked the car here while away. Room was clean and comfortable - as expected and the staff were all very friendly and helpful with suitcases etc. Would recommend without hesitation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: RSVP INTERNATIONAL Stoneware Teapot Brown, 1 Each; Brand: RSVP International; Review: Used it for centerpiece excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilton Chocolate Pro Electric Melting Pot- Discontinued By Manufacturer; Brand: Wilton; Review: Excellent to make party desert such as cake pops Marshmallow with chocolate cover etc; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Train Pan; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: Best cake ever for my 3yo son, it was perfect. I made 2 of them for the party for 18 people, one cup cake each.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GGI 1 Pack Inflatable Buffet and Salad Bar; Brand: GGI INTERNATIONAL; Review: Good quality I recommended; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Essentials & Beyond Home Essentials HEB-3013G-1, 3 Sizes; Brand: Home Essentials & Beyond; Review: Very cheap quality; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Babycakes Pop Maker: CP-94LV - Purple, Makes 12 Cake Pop's; Brand: Baby Cakes; Review: It works fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Francois et Mimi DCP0023 23-Cupcake Multi-Tiered Metal Dessert and Cupcake Stand; Brand: Francois et Mimi; Review: I bought 2 of them. I use them every party; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Qualatex Holstein Cow Print Biodegradable Latex Balloons 11-Inches Round (20-Units); Brand: Qualatex; Review: Great for cowboys party; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1 X Pastry Icing Piping Bag Nozzles Tips Fondant Cake Sugarcraft Tool Decorating Pen; Brand: ; Review: Just what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nip/Tuck: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The 20th Anniversary (Rerelease) (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Francis Marion Hotel; City: Charleston South Carolina; Review: The walls are paper thin -- somebody next door wanted to talk to Cindy, but they couldn't get her to the phone. There was banging on the roof one day that echoed through our room six stories below. (We were on the fifth floor and there are eleven floors, I believe.) The hotel restaurant, the Swamp Fox, served a terrible breakfast with aloof service. (Made that meal amusing. I don't equate aloof with cold grits.) The bathroom was tiny, so small even the shower stall was shaped like a Z instead of being square. The lobby was pretty and the conference rooms were fine.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stagecoach Inn; City: Salmon Idaho; Review: This is a 100-room hotel with a little more than half of the rooms just steps away from the Salmon River. The rooms are comfortable but dated i.e. carved shag carpet and fake bricks on two walls. There is no hotel restaurant, but coffee and Danish are offered to hotel guests for free each morning. It would be nice if they could offer milk for the kids. Mine don't care for canned juice. On the downside, the front desk called me one night at 10:15pm to see if I was checking out the next day. I was sound asleep and the phone was not by the bed, but across the room on the dresser. Once I answered and discovered it was NOT a family emergency, then I was furious. Someone had apparently messed up many of the reservations and the front desk was working to clear things up while I slept. Nobody at the hotel was apologetic about this that night or the next morning, but rather took the attitude that if they had mistakenly checked me out a day early, then I WOULD have had something to grouse about it. I do not recall another instance in my life where a hotel or restaurant was so clearly in the wrong and then compounded things by not responding appropriately to my complaints. A snub doesn't cut it. A heartfelt apology would have been accepted graciously.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kimpton Hotel Monaco Seattle; City: Seattle Washington; Review: My two kids and I spent four days at the Hotel Monaco while we walked Seattle. We stayed in a suite, so that my son got the pullout couch while I slept in the king-sized bed with my daughter. The room felt a bit small, but was okay for what we needed. On the negative side, the bath tub plug didn't hold the water in and when I pulled it out, there was hair hanging from it. The cleaning staff saw the plug and just dropped it back in the tub, didn't fix it. Also the one time I made coffee in the room (coffee is served in the lobby), the staff failed to replace the coffee and creamer. Minor glitches, but still room for improvement. The staff was happy to answer all our questions, very helpful. The restaurant Sazerac has fascinating decor, but the food was uninspired. We had one breakfast and one dinner there. The herb vinaigrette salad (with bleu cheese added for a dollar more) was very good. This is our 3rd stay at a Kimpton hotel. They're reliable. I always consider them first when we travel and if we return to Seattle, we'll definitely stay at the Monaco again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rusty Parrot Lodge and Spa; City: Jackson Jackson Hole Wyoming; Review: I made my reservations at the RPL back in August after seeing the glowing Travel and Leisure review and other reviews here. I asked if we could stay for two days and was told the minimum was three days, but we could stay for two if we accepted a "seamless move" meaning we would stay in one room one night and then the staff would move our belongings to a second room when the latter room was clean. We were offered a discount for the inconvenience. I requested a top floor room and was told we would have "upper level" both nights. There are three floors. RPL defines "upper level" as floors two and three. Lesson number one. If you ask for the top floor to avoid the elephants walking above you, don't accept "upper level." We loved our Friday stay, although the restaurant took an hour and a half to bring our entrees. We were given complementary glasses of wine for the inconvenience. The food was quite good, but you can get a similar quality or even better quality meal at Stiegler's where the service smothers you with attention. To be fair, the breakfast at RPL can't be beat. Seamless move? Try seam-filled move or what we call Grand Canyon Move. On Saturday morning, we received a letter confirming our belongings would be moved when the second room became available. We left the hotel Saturday morning, came back midday to freshen up only to find we had no room. Our belongings had been put in storage. Our first room was already cleaned for people who were checking in hours later, but our second room was not yet cleaned. The gal at the front desk told us to go to lunch. Not helpful. We spoke to the assistant manager, told him we were roomless, where he told us no, we were NOT roomLESS, emphasis on less. And yet we had no room, our toothbrushes were stored away somewhere, and we had no sink even if we had our toothbrushes handy. Heaven forbid we were to get ill. We would have been better luck getting a bed at the local hospital than at the hotel where we had already paid for a bed. They did make an effort to hasten the process. We waited at the hotel for a while then went to lunch (though we weren't hungry yet) then returned to find the room getting a last minute inspection. That inspection failed to find somebody's used shower cap hanging on the door of the bathroom. Go figure. You would think return business would matter to RPL. And we live in Idaho. We can fill beds that with a three-night minimum stay would otherwise go empty. Next time, we're heading to the Four Seasons.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Great Wolf Lodge; City: Williamsburg Virginia; Review: When we arrived, I bought an imported beer on tap to take to the room. Six bucks! But I was on vacation, I could adjust, come what may. We stayed in a Kids' Cabin on the ground floor for five nights. The first night, my daughter put her gold necklace on the bedside table. We went to the amusement park the next morning, returned to the room, the necklace was gone. I tore the room apart looking for it, finding food crumbs under the beds but no necklace. I filed a complaint, they assured me my daughter had simply brushed it against her clothes, somehow knocked it on the floor. I was skeptical. I left a note for housekeeping offering a $50 reward. Magically the necklace reappeared, purportedly having been found under a bed. I found the woman who "found" it, she said $50 was too much, so I gave her $25. I was glad to have the necklace back, but I was suspicious. Then I got an admittedly crazy idea. I left my daughter's bandaid by the fireplace. I left a nickel-size chunk of pizza crust in a corner, another under the bed. When we returned to the room in the late afternoon, all of this stuff was still on the floor though the beds were made and four of the six towels replaced. As I asked management, how do you find a tiny gold necklace and NOT find chunks of food and a Bandaid? On the positive side, my kids loved the waterpark, spent two days there. There's a fridge in the room and a Walmart closeby, so we could stock up on our own snacks and beverages.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Driggs; City: Driggs Idaho; Review: We requested a non-smoking second floor room. Our first floor room was designated non-smoking, but the motel ventilation is such that all rooms are smoking because the air is circulated throughout the building irregardless of who wants smoke and who doesn't. We requested a fridge upon their suggestion. They provided a microwave. If anybody showered in the building, it sounded as though they were using our bathroom. At one point, I was so spooked by the loud water running later at night that I even checked our bathroom to see if maybe somebody might actually BE in there. Our room was next to the lobby which was locked at night. Everyone stopped at the locked door first thing in the morning to try to get coffee. Again, it sounded like these people were in our room, it was just that loud. There's a green smoke detector light that shines in the middle of the ceiling all night long. The street noise was very loud. To be fair, the room was reasonably clean. The front desk recommended a restaurant with a menu that served salmon. At the restaurant, I asked the waitress what kind of salmon it was. "Are there different kinds of salmon?" she asked. The Subway across the street was open around midday, we could see bread baking, but the doors were locked. Half a dozen kids on our baseball team had to drive somewhere else because the one restaurant they craved couldn't function. The mosquitoes were unbearable throughout the Driggs/Victor/Tetonia area and the biting flies were nearly as bad. If we have to play baseball there again next year, we'll probably rent a camper and stock it with cases of bug spray and food. How hard can it be to provide goods and services to tourists? Even a hotdog stand somewhere would have lifted our spirits a bit.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Canyon Ranch in Tucson; City: Tucson Arizona; Review: I went to Canyon Ranch to fortify myself for upcoming surgery. I have never been to a place before where almost every minute, every bite of food, every word spoken is an opportunity to improve yourself if that's what you desire. Otherwise, the food is amazing and nutritious, the staff are welcoming and helpful, the facilities are incredible. Burn 300 calories on the tread mill one hour, restore yourself with a yoga class the next. Sip freeze squeezed lemonade in between! Thanks, CR. I'm so grateful to you and also to the guests I met there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swift House Inn; City: Middlebury Vermont; Review: My son is in college here in Middlebury and this is Trip Advisor's top pick and it truly is a jewel. We had a lovely corner table last night. We both had Caesar salads -- so good! We split French fries cooked in duck fat and the veggie wontons -- the portions were almost TOO generous and both dishes were very flavorful. For the entrees, he had the ravioli and I had the crab cakes with fingerling potatoes and tiny green beans. The crab cakes were large, well-seasoned, and there was very little if any filler -- crazy good! Given the high quality of the food, I thought the bill was a bargain. The service was attentive without being clingy. An exceptional meal!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Driggs; City: Driggs Idaho; Review: I'm getting helpful votes for a visit I made a decade ago. I have no doubt things are upgraded and I feel terrible that people think I'm current. My little baseball player is now a college grad. Change happens in 10 years!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lake Austin Spa Resort; City: Austin Texas; Review: Five years ago, I went to a health spa just prior to my double mastectomy. Fast forward five years, I am celebrating being cancer free with a similar solo adventure. I'm older, wiser, with even more mature tastes. I love this place. Every meal has been decadent and yet within healthy parameters. You can do everything or nothing, no pressure. I workout at the gym, get a massage, then read/relax, feel grateful the rest of the day. It's so peaceful here! (Sorry wedding people!); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks Kitty Hawk; City: Kitty Hawk Outer Banks North Carolina; Review: I don't if it's just this time of year, but every morning here there are swarms of seniors wearing their id's and getting breakfast. Last night, a bus full of students clogged the elevators, said they would be here until Friday. Me, too! Today, I'm not allowed to have breakfast until 7am because I'm not in a group. This hotel is clean, it's a great location, but I don't like my vacation being curtailed others. Yes, it's petty but feeling like a second rate customer tends to annoy me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fashion Forms Women's Bandeau Bra; Brand: ; Review: Very nice for the price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fashion Forms Women's Bandeau Bra; Brand: ; Review: Very nice for the price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fox River Men's Mid Weight Fingerless Ragg Glove; Brand: Fox River; Review: Good when you need to use your fingers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beechfield Unisex Plain Basic Fingerless Winter Gloves; Brand: Beechfield; Review: Good for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: elope Magician Hat with Rabbit for Teens and Adults; Brand: elope; Review: Great fun.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Doctor Who: The Snowmen; Brand: Matt Smith; Review: Will never looks at snowmen the same again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who - Last Christmas: 2014 Christmas Special; Brand: ; Review: Love the new Doctor - going back to the serious instead of the pretty boy toys; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: Series 9 Part 1; Brand: Peter Capaldi; Review: Enjoyable watching Peter Capaldi find himself in the role; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: Series 9 Part 2; Brand: Peter Capaldi; Review: Some instant classics in this lot. Peter Capaldi and the writers have found each other in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove: Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb; Brand: James Earl Jones; Review: great movie - classic; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 2-Cup Mix-N-Measure Glass Measuring Cup, Clear; Brand: dezine; Review: Must have for the kitchen! All the measurements you'll ever need in one glass.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drinking Pig Wine Bottle Holder Sculpture for Country Farm Bar and Kitchen Decor Tabletop Wine Stands; Brand: Home 'n Gifts; Review: Got this for my wife...she loves wine and her favorite animal is a pig so this was perfect. Great addition to all the random pig stuff we have in the kitchen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ozeri ZK14-R Pronto Digital Multifunction Kitchen and Food Scale, Red; Brand: Ozeri; Review: This is a nice little scale for the kitchen. I use this often and it seems to be very accurate. I am pleased for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fermtech 5478-6H Auto-Siphon Mini with 6 Feet of Tubing and Clamp; Brand: Fermtech; Review: Great auto-siphon for smaller carboys. I use this with my 2 gallon primary fermenter and my 1 gallon carboy and it works perfect. My old auto-siphon that I got from the local home brew store started building up some residue so I thought it was about time to invest in a new one. This seemed to be a little better quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Caliber BMG Real Bullet Bottle Opener by American Brass; Brand: American Brass; Review: Perfect gift for my groomsmen! It looks really nice and having the little box was a good touch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MSC International 78039 Joie Piggy Kitchen Timer, 60-Minute Mechanical; Brand: MSC International; Review: The cutest darn egg time I've ever seen. It works great too. Perfect addition to my pig themed kitchen :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adeco [PF0304] Decorative Black Wood Wall Hanging Heart-Shaped Picture Photo Frame, 13 Openings of 4x6 inches, 4x4 inches; Brand: Adeco; Review: This was an awesome picture frame, especially for the price. Really glad I bought this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Malden 8 Opening Picture Frame, Black; Brand: Malden; Review: I really like the look of this picture frame. The middle part comes out easily so I printed out my own saying to put in it. Definitely pleased with this frame for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bormioli Rocco Selecta Collection Whiskey Decanter – Sophisticated 33.75oz Diamond Decanter With Starburst Detailing – For Whiskey, Bourbon, Scotch; Brand: Bormioli Rocco; Review: This is a very nice looking decanter for the price. I got this for my groomsmen and they all seemed to like it a lot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ArtToFrames 13x19 inch Chrome Stainless Steel Picture Frame, WOMFRBW26966-13x19; Brand: ArtToFrames; Review: Great quality and perfect size for what I needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MAYTEX Pixel Ultra Soft Stretch 2 Piece Sofa Furniture Cover Slipcover, Dark Olive; Brand: MAYTEX; Review: Looks good and fit my couch and love seat perfectly. Pretty easy to put on as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ComfiLife Orthopedic Knee Pillow for Sciatica Relief, Back Pain, Leg Pain, Pregnancy, Hip and Joint Pain; Brand: ComfiLife; Review: My wife has knee issues and she says that this has helped a lot. She uses it every night when sleeping.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Norpro Stainless Steel Grapefruit Spoons, Set of 4; Brand: Norpro; Review: Quality appearance and weight of spoons are excellent. I have others which won't hold a candle to these, Great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HIC Squirtfree Serrated Twin-Blade Grapefruit Sectioning Knife; Brand: HIC Harold Import Co.; Review: A knife that gets the job done. Quality and design are very good. Just be careful. It is very sharp.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deglon 4-Inch Grapefruit Knife, Stainless Steel; Brand: Deglon; Review: Perfect knife; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Home Fast Defrosting Tray - The Safest Way to Defrost Meat or Frozen Food Quickly Without Electricity,; Brand: Imperial Home; Review: Gotta have; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WhiteClassic Luxury Washcloths for Bathroom-Hotel-Spa-Kitchen - Circlet Egyptian Cotton - Highly Absorbent Hotel Quality Face Towels; Brand: White classic; Review: Nice product; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blair Witch Project, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tarzan (1999); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dreamlife of Angels, The (Vie rêvée des anges, La) (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut (1999); Genres: Animation, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 20 Dates (1998); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Go (1999); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jawbreaker (1999); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yellow Submarine (1968); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Analyze This (1999); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave (1995); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Other Sister, The (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boot, Das (Boat, The) (1981); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Next Stop Wonderland (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Player, The (1992); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gods and Monsters (1998); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanya on 42nd Street (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Primary Colors (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dancer, Texas Pop. 81 (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secrets & Lies (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story 2 (1999); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Manhattan (1979); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hard Day's Night, A (1964); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Genres: Action, Western; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M*A*S*H (a.k.a. MASH) (1970); Genres: Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fargo (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ed Wood (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spanking the Monkey (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice Storm, The (1997); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Night (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rapture, The (1991); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spanish Prisoner, The (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Colors: Blue (Trois couleurs: Bleu) (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crying Game, The (1992); Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grifters, The (1990); Genres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: English Patient, The (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Awakenings (1990); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smoke (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Welcome to the Dollhouse (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Glengarry Glen Ross (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fisher King, The (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quiz Show (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emma (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Amy (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Six Degrees of Separation (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ridicule (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love and Death on Long Island (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nobody's Fool (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Ruth (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Selena (1997); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Piano, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swingers (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angels and Insects (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kalifornia (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don Juan DeMarco (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Madness of King George, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wag the Dog (1997); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Own Private Idaho (1991); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Circle of Friends (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: River Runs Through It, A (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: It Could Happen to You (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shine (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neon Bible, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shadowlands (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Copycat (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moonlight and Valentino (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American President, The (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trees Lounge (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doors, The (1991); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Powder (1995); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Orlando (1992); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Falling Down (1993); Genres: Action, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances with Wolves (1990); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Henry Fool (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go Fish (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Deconstructing Harry (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kicking and Screaming (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grace of My Heart (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors (1998); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Yes, The (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paper, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Queens Logic (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Like Water for Chocolate (Como agua para chocolate) (1992); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pyromaniac's Love Story, A (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunrise (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strictly Ballroom (1992); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hudsucker Proxy, The (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: True Romance (1993); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tin Cup (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Afterglow (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Story (1991); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wedding Singer, The (1998); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I.Q. (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Muriel's Wedding (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crow, The (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Truth About Cats & Dogs, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Again (1991); Genres: Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fools Rush In (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Something to Talk About (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Benny & Joon (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mask of Zorro, The (1998); Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: How to Make an American Quilt (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Butcher's Wife, The (1991); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If Lucy Fell (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: She's All That (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: French Kiss (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forget Paris (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dracula (Bram Stoker's Dracula) (1992); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man with the Golden Gun, The (1974); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Crystal, The (1982); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Torch Song Trilogy (1988); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bambi (1942); Genres: Animation, Children, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fearless (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia Story, The (1940); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Birds, The (1963); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Say It Isn't So (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cliffhanger (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Original Kings of Comedy, The (2000); Genres: Comedy, Documentary; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adventures of Robin Hood, The (1938); Genres: Action, Adventure, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broadcast News (1987); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Concorde: Airport '79, The (1979); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Trading Places (1983); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Karate Kid, The (1984); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lords of Flatbush, The (1974); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon, A (1988); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bachelor, The (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, The (1984); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moscow on the Hudson (1984); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Every Which Way But Loose (1978); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tall Guy, The (1989); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman & Robin (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hang 'Em High (1968); Genres: Crime, Drama, Western; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zorro, the Gay Blade (1981); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferngully: The Last Rainforest (1992); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lion King, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Instinct (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Postman Always Rings Twice, The (1981); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return of the Living Dead Part II (1988); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Airplane II: The Sequel (1982); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heart and Souls (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sword in the Stone, The (1963); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Genres: Children, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Throw Momma from the Train (1987); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wyatt Earp (1994); Genres: Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When We Were Kings (1996); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young Poisoner's Handbook, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cable Guy, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Help! (1965); Genres: Comedy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lone Star (1996); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Western; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cannonball Run II (1984); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Furniture of America Broadway Platform Bed with Storage Drawer and Light, Queen, Espresso; Brand: Furniture of America; Review: 5 stars for delivery and setup. Less one star because quality is good, not great. About what I expected for the price. If you don't want to spend 12 hours assembling furniture, this is for you. If you want a super nice piece of furniture, spend more money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Triangle Black & White Marble Bookends; Brand: PhotoFramesPlus; Review: These are nice, good quality, match my countertops, but seriously, the price? Would be 5 stars if I could get these for around $25-30.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chef'n VeggiChop Hand-Powered Food Chopper (Cherry); Brand: Chef'n; Review: Absolute five stars. I love cooking, but never have enough time. This is worth the price if you only used it to chop/mince onion - the amount of time and tears it saves makes it worth it for that one task. The only problem I have had is some foods (i.e.: carrots) will stain the white plastic a little. It wears off, and didn't bother me much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walnut Conductor Stool - Winsome 94213; Brand: Winsome Wood; Review: I bought three of these, they are awesome. Don't tip, construction is good, finish is nice/durable. Packaging is a nightmare (have a fresh razor blade handy, and your eyeglasses if you need them to cut the plastic around the bottom of the table portion of the stool without scratching it). They did arrive undamaged though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Set of 2 Compact Size Butterfly Can Openers. Mini Size Can and Bottle Openers, Nickel Plated Steel, 4"; Brand: Chef Craft; Review: These are well constructed and do a good job once you get them on the can. My complaint is that they are difficult to get started, and twist the opposite of every other mechanical can opener I've ever used. Price is good though!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brieftons Manual Food Chopper, Compact & Powerful Hand Held Vegetable Chopper / Blender to Chop Fruits / Vegetables; Brand: Brieftons; Review: Loved it so much, I bought one for mom too. Worth it, even if all you did was use it to dice onions. A real timesaver, and doesn't take up a lot of space. White plastic is marked temporarily by some foods.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xia Home Fashions Riviera Collection Contemporary Table Runner, 15-Inch by 36-Inch, Gold; Brand: Xia Home Fashions; Review: Overpriced, and the first one was crookedly sewn. They did replace it, but still very, very cheap. I would find something better for the price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Mabledon Court Hotel; City: London England; Review: My wife and i had stayed in 3 star hotels all around England, Wales and Scotland on our holidays - we had booked 2 nights via the internet in this supposed 3 star hotel in Bloomsbury as it was close to things we wanted to see. On arrival we were charged on our credit card, for the 2 nights and allocated a room on the first floor. First we could not fit our regulation airline luggage and ourselves in the lift so I sent my wife via that and walked up to find a room that was the smallest double room I have ever seen. It looked tired and on a closer inspection, it smelt and had marked and dirty paintwork. The bed was jammed against two walls so the person on the inside would have to clamber over the other to get out (not good for the older traveller who needs the loo in the night). We told the Desk clerk that this room was unsatisfactory and he offerred us another on the third floor. Whilst slightly larger, it also smelt and had cracked and stained paint and wallpaper, the windowsill was exploding with dry rot and the catches were broken off the windows. The bathroom was indescrobable, a ten year old would have trouble fitting in the shower stall. Again we told the clerk that it was unsatisfactory but he could offer no solution so we told him we were leaving immediately - he would only offer a refund of the second nights charge, when I protested he told me it was hotel policy to charge one night cancellation fee!!! we did not cancel we marched out in high dudgeon-- I have subsequently demanded a refund to no avail - one email from them even said we stayed and used the facilities which shows how out of touch they are. I have now challenged the charge via my credit card and expect to solve the matter that way - however I would recommend that anyone looking to stay in London find another hotel, this one is definitely not 3 star, in fact not even half a star. There are many other good hotels in this area, gio to one of them; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Village Hotel Changi by Far East Hospitality; City: Singapore; Review: We were on a one night stopover on our way to the UK and we booked this hotel as it was close to the Airport and Changi Museum. What a good choice it turned out to be, staff were pleasant and , although we had a delay in checking in because of a difficult client in front of us, we were treated very well by the same (slightly frazzled) staff member. Room was ppleasant and clean, and teh local shops & restaurants were fascinating to explore. Breakfast was good and the service to get a taxi to the museum was fine, we sghared our cab with other guests who also commented positively about the hotel. Would we stay again? Certainly and I would have no hesitation about recommending this hotel to any others. Overall a nice experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Budapest Marriott Hotel; City: Budapest Central Hungary; Review: After a horrendous experience with British Airways and a delayed flight, we arrived at the Marriott at about 3am - check in was quick and we stumbled to our room to find that it must have been previously occupied by a chain smoking cigar addict - back to Reception and without any question we were allocated another (I think better) room. When we awoke we saw the magnificent view across the Danube to Buda, and the Royal Palace. Following this we ventured out to the shops & city centre which were just a short walk, visited nearby great restaurants and dined in the hotel. Every experience was positive and I can highly recommend this hotel to business or leisure travellers. Coffee & Cake in the afternoon was an enjoyable break, the free wi fi in the coffee shop/foyer was a bonus and all contact with the staff efficient.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Hotel Tilburg Centrum; City: Tilburg North Brabant Province; Review: We had been staying with friends in Tilburg when my wife unfirtunately broke her ankle, requiring hospitalisation and an operation (if you are going to do something like this - Holland is the place, medical care is fantastic) When she came out of hospital, our friends home was not suitable because of access problems, so we booked into this hotel. First we had a room on the first floor, overlooking the square, whilst it was OK, it was a little noisy so a helpful receptionist suggest we upgrade to a Superior room - It was one floor up and quite a long walk with a wheelchair through the corridors, however it was really nice, very quiet and, perfectly suitable for wheelchair access. The staff were also very understanding, supplying extra pillows, counting early morning coffees against breakfast and altogether being extremely helpful. The restaurant served superb food in generous portions . In general I would recommend that you ask for a room towards the back to be quieter, but the rest of our stay was very pleasant. Being located centrally to all of the shops and restaurants in the city centre was a huge bonus, allowing us to explore widely , even with a wheelchair. I would highly recommend this hotel to fellow travellers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Motor Inn; City: Katoomba Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: Again needing a place with parking for a large truck, I came to book the Alpine Motor Inn. Convenient on highway location, with reasonable access for a large vehicle, but easy for a car, I was checked in by he proprietor, who could not have been more helpful. On entering the room I was struck by the spaciousness and cleanliness. Bed was excellent, and room fitting ware in good condition. There was a comfortable sofa a table and chairs and usual tea and coffee facilities, and, although on the highway the room was very quiet. In the morning, needing a little assistance to reverse out, the proprietor gladly helped and profusely thanked me for my stay, which was most appreciated. From the number of cars in the car park, I guess they were busy, but he was prepared to give me time--- a lost art today-- I would recomend it to fellow travellers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Wales Hotel; City: Gulgong New South Wales; Review: We needed accommodation for a team attending a country field day and the towns nearest the venue were all booked out. On contacting the Prince of Wales they said they had a cottage that was not on their website and maybe that would do. DO? - it was great!! Once a small shop adjacent to the pub, this cottage has been renovated into accommodation for 4 people, 1 Double room, 1 with 2 single beds and a bed in an annexe near the laundry. Though very cold outside the aircon made short work of heating the interior, which was warm and welcoming. A spacious Lounge area with flat screen TV and X Box a kitchen with all appliances and well stocked with tea, coffee, milk etc., With the temperature as it was we did not try the outdoor BBQ and sitting area, but opted for a meal in the Pub, good food, generous serves and despite a busy night, not a long delay. Would we stay another time, most definitely and would we recommend it, again, most definitely. Very homely and quite a treat in this interesting town.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Airport International; City: Queanbeyan New South Wales; Review: On a business trip to Southern NSW, I needed a place to park a large truck carrying a tractor & implements, This venue certainly met that criteria, with a very large parking area. Check in was fine, except I had to request the correct password for wireless as the one in the compendium was incorrect. Room was clean & fresh, but very cold on entry, no doubt because the public areas were only roofed in sailcloth type material and were at the outside temperature (close to freezing) The aircon on high changed the room to comfortable in a reasonable time, but one needed an overcoat for at least 15 mins. One off putting feature was the price list for missing room items which was prominently on the desk, telling you how much you would be charged on your card if items were not present after you checked out---- But the worst feature was the included breakfast, sure it included the usual things, but all of the hot food had been in the Bain Marie for a long time and looked quite unappetising. Only Orange juice was provided in a hard to find jug, there was no choice of milks and the teas & coffees were of the instant packet variety. In addition this Motel had the worlds slowest toaster, by the time my 2 slices were toasted, there was a queue of about 6 people waiting and it had not dissipated by the time I had eaten. There was another toaster but it was not plugged in!! The only attendant was young girl who seemed busy cleaning tables and not able to do much else or be helpful; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Marlin Hotel; City: Ulladulla Shoalhaven New South Wales; Review: Situated on the highway and only a short stroll from the famous little harbour in Ulladulla, The Marlin Hotel has all that could be expected of a great venue. Unfortunately the location is the only good thing that can be said about the place. Being a little late into Ulladulla, all the Motels had their signs turned off, indicating that they were not taking any more booking that night - but the Marlin was open - so I checked in there at a fairly stiff price for a country hotel. The first room i was allocated had the standard single bed, a chair and a wash basin, no table for the case and the carpet was somewhat threadbare. On trying to charge my mobile phone, I found that the only power point did not work - so back downstairs to see the Manager, Spiros, who was playing pool with bar patrons and his solution was for me to leave my phone with him to charge. When I demurred, he reluctantly found me another room after quite a long search of the key cabinet (not sure why he took so long as it seemed I was the only guest - perhaps I should have gleaned something from that!!) So off to room 12 which was hard to find as there was little logic in the numbering system and aha - the power point worked, but it was behind the bed so the phone had to charge under my pillow. Not that it really mattered, as it turned out- I had stayed in this Hotel whilst in the Army, about 40 years ago and I am almost prepared to swear that I had the same mattress, you could feel every spring-- and Spiros could not offer another room - so to get to sleep I left the bed made, laid my towel and the one they provided on top and rolled myself in the bed cover. As I had also had a couple of Rums in the Bar whilst waiting between rooms at last I got to sleep. When I woke in the morning all was quiet and all doors except the one to the outside were locked, so I determined they did not offer breakfast and left - never to return. If I had one good thing to say, the showers were fine!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Fairways; City: Wollongong New South Wales; Review: I booked the Comfort Inn on the net, but was not disappointed when I checked in. A helpful lady at the desk was efficient and gave me fresh milk for my refrigerator, then sold me on eating in the Restaurant. The room was a good size and had been recently revamped though curiously the bed had been moved against another wall, leaving the reading lights like orphans- Never mind the room was sparkling clean, and well equipped with large flat screen TV, desk, plenty of power points to charge laptop & phone. Exploring further I found a large wardrobe with iron & ironing board, together with a selection of teas, coffees, 3 packs of shortbread biscuits and even more fresh milk. The amenities included a bath, with shower over and the usual toiletries. Everything was sparkling clean and the towels were really fluffy. In the restaurant the menu was limited as they had a big crowd at lunchtime, but I could not fault the steak, chips & salad. Located off the main highway, adjacent to a golf course and a short stroll to the ocean & Lake Illawarra, this motel is ideal, quiet and inexpensive. I would recommend it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Hotel Sydney Wynyard; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: Needing a place in Sydney for 3 nights, close to the CBD and at a reasonable price, I booked the Travelodge. Not expecting much, I was surprised that the hotel was really quite good. If I had a complaint, it is that they have wooden shutters to keep out the city noise and lights and these also seem to negate the air conditioning. So each night my room got quite hot. The Restaurant was OK with standard breakfast fare but there are many cafes nearby which offer good breakfasts at a more reasonable price. I also ate there ine night and had their special schnitzel, which was well presented and tasty. For a stay in the CBD at a reasonable price I would go there again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stagecoach Inn Motel; City: Tamworth New South Wales; Review: Arriving in Tamworth late evening, I had to find a motel with space for a large truck. Stagecoach Motor Inn had a side street which was very convenient, a vacancy sign and a welcoming light in the office. The friendly owner checked me in efficiently, escorted me to my room to make sure i was happy with it, provided fresh milk and advice about good places to eat nearby. The room was welcoming and clean, with plenty of pillows and all services, Iron, tea, coffee, hairdryer, aircon etc., all for a very reasonable price. Because I was at the back it was extraordinarily quiet in my room promoting a very restful sleep, and the walls provided good sound insulation from my neighbours, I knew they were there because room lights were on but I did not hear a sound from their rooms - I hope I did not disturb them when I left very early the next morning. Normally in Tamworth we stay in the Austin Caravan Park, but needing a Motel, I had made a good choice, I would recommend this to anyone contemplating a stay in Tamworth.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blackheath Motor Inn; City: Blackheath Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: At the end of an exhausting day, I arrived at this motel and got their last room. It was clean and neat, but very dated. In typical mountains weather it was cooI, misty and drizzling, the friendly owners lent me an umbrella to walk the short distance to a nearby hotel for a meal. Lucky that because I would have been soaked in the few hundred metres. The room had all the facilities, flat screen TV good bathroom and plenty of towels etc., The downside was the pillows, I think I tried every one but could not get the right comfort. Having parked a large truck out the front, I was conscious of the highway noise and was woken at 3am by a roaring engine, after a time I thought it may have been the truck in front of mine trying to get going, so I got up and went out into the mist and rain to discover it was the waste truck emptying the bins !!! What a time to choose, but I suppose if you wanted an early start it was OK - I didn't. The owners were certainly friendly and helpful on check in and I left before they were up (result of the garbage truck) I would say it would be a good place to stay, but recommend you get a room at the back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gunnedah Lodge Motel; City: Gunnedah New South Wales; Review: again on business I called ahead and booked, on arrival I was delighted to find the premises were rand new. Room was spacious and very modern, good toiletries and plenty of tea, coffee etc., plus good towels. The Lady at the desk was very helpful when I asked about early departure and offered a breakfast tray at a very reasonable price, juice & toast with spreads, just what was needed. Located on a back street the room was very quiet, bed & pillows comfortable to promote a good sleep. The motel was a short stroll to pubs and the Services Club, where I had a delicious meal. I would recommend this to any traveler needing a good stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: First Landing Beach Resort Villas; City: Lautoka Viti Levu; Review: We arrived in Fiji on a yacht and came to First Landings via their attached Marina. The staff were friendly and helpful in our requirements and surprisingly prompt (for Fiji) in promised services. Set in the usual tropical gardens, with well spaced villas, First landings looked like a great place to spend a relaxing few days. The attached shops had all the tourist could need and friendly and obliging taxi drivers would whisk you off to Lautoka for more serious shopping. Food in the Restaurant was good and reasonably priced, as were the drinks, we certainly enjoyed the homely atmosphere where staff made a great effort to know guests by name and give personal service. On departing we had a lovely farewel where the bar staff sang us aa song and presented a small gift to the Captain. For a simple and enjoyable break I would recommend First Landings, not pretentious but friendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Newcastle Beach; City: Newcastle Greater Newcastle New South Wales; Review: Attending a function in Newcastle, my Wife and I stayed a night in the Novotel, as it was near to the function venue. The location was great, close to the beach and in proximity to a plethora of good cafes for breakfast or a snack, if you did not care to eat in the Hotel. On check in staff were pleasant and helpful and we had a nice clean room with good , but limited views of the harbour entrance and Stockton Beach, framed by adjacent high rises. It seems unfortuate that the Newcastle city planners do not better plan so that high rises are on the top of the hills allowing better vistas from those closer to the sea. Anyway, back to the hotel - room was immaculate, with a good supply of pamper products and nice linen. My wife did mention that she found the towels a bit scratchy, but I did not have that problem. The king bed was extremely comfortable, there was a good comfortable office chair at the desk and a rather odd easy chair and footrest that almost laid you down when you sat. TV was a modern flat screen and an Ipod dock radio was beside the bed. There was a couple of functions in the hotel when we stayed, but we heard nothing of them and also we heard no street noise The included breakfast was all that one could ask, with standard hotel fare and, additionally , eggs cooked to order and a good selection of fruits, cereals and breads. If I had a beef it would be that they wanted to charge me $19.00 per night to park, but free street parking is plentiful around the hotel. Staff were obliging and helpful in the dining room and very efficient on check out. In all I would say an enjoyable experience; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cowra Motor Inn; City: Cowra New South Wales; Review: I have nothing but good comments fro the Cowra Motor Inn. I was going to arrive very late, sio I called Nicole and advised her, asking if that was a problem/ "No problem" she said. When I arrived it was t a beaming smile, a quick, efficient check in and an enquiry whether I had eaten. ON saying no! I was directed to the few places open that night. My room was small but immaculate, had good quality linen and towels, and good tea, coffee & bikkies. It was right at the back so it was also very quiet. The location is great with everything in town within an easy stroll. I would recommend this for great budget accommodation in a good location; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royal Hotel Motel; City: Singleton New South Wales; Review: We went to the Royal as a party of12 for a luncheon, menu was very traditional pub food, with a couple of good specials. Food after order arrived quite quickly, considering it was a friday before Christmas. Everything looked good and my Pasta certainly was tasty and generous. There were plenty of tables and a good selection of wines and beers. The Royal may have to be our cheap pub venue from now on. We did not drink enough to have to stay so I can only offer a revue of the Bistro; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Canobolas Motel And Units; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: On business in Orange for a few days I needed a quiet and comfortable room and I got it at the Occidental Hotel Motel. Situated a block off the main street the Occidental is quiet, has plenty of parking and a good standard of room. The room was quiet, had comfortable beds and a great air conditioner, necessary because of the extreme heat The usual tea and coffees were supplied and perhaps a bit sparse on the pamper products, but the room was spotless and the overall standard was certainly above country average at a reasonable price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay Sydney; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: Needing accommodation close to Rushcutters Bay, I got a deal in the Vibe. Staff at check in were very efficient and welcoming, and the room was fine, with views into the neighbouring apartments. Certainly all the facilities were there with a generous supply of toiletries in the bathroom and a selection of teas & coffees. I suppose I have no complaints about the room it was fine, but the Hotel was let down badly by the Curves restaurant on the ground floor. Tired after a hard days work, I elected to eat in the restaurant rather than head to more vibrant venues in the Cross and Darlinghurst - that was a mistake. Just wanting a steak, I ordered a medium rare Sirloin on mash with spinach - I think they had to travel to Sydney Markets to buy the spinach as I waited more than 45 minutes for the meal to arrive. The restaurant was not busy as only 3 or 4 other tables were occupied, mostly by single diners. A particular sucker for punishment, I opted to return for a very early breakfast, at $30.00 for the full buffet it was overpriced and the food quality was very disappointing. I don't know how hotel chefs are taught to cook sausages and bacon, but if I can do it, it can't be hard! The sausages were like little bullets, hard and unappetising looking, the bacon had been steamed and then blasted under a grill so there were burnt edges, the fruit selection was mostly preserved and there was a poor choice of cereals. The obligatory scrambled eggs tasted just like any other prepacked cooked eggs and there seemed no other egg choice, the tomatoes were unripe and had been cooked till they were dry and tough - sorry chef, but I expect 30 Dollar value for a 30 Dollar price. If anyone wants a tip, stay here by all means but avoid the restaurant; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wrest Point; City: Hobart Greater Hobart Tasmania; Review: When we arrived at our room, after an efficient check in, I was appalled that we were right opposite the lifts, but it proved no problem for the nights we were there, in fact this was one of the quietest hotel rooms I have ever experienced. To make it even better we had wonderful views to Mt Wellington and to a corner of the river where the Yacht Club had its' Marina, fantastic. It was a great treat to see the sun creeping down the mountain each morning and to see it set in the evening. The room was very clean, the housekeeping service prompt when we requested more coat hangers and the pamper stuff seemed good quality. One disappointment was that the refrigerator was not turned on and I did not discover this until a couple of days into the stay, not a problem for the mini bar, but we like glasses of cold water-- We had Breakfast three times in the restaurant and the choices were good each morning, the sausages looked like they had been grilled, and the addition of poached eggs was a bonus. Only real problem was the conveyor toasters that hotels insist on using, they either don't colour the bread on the first pass and then cremate it on the second! The location was good with a taxi to the CBD only about $11.00 and plenty of restaurants and cafes in nearby Sandy Bay. If I had a tip I would request a room with mountain and water views, not that the Derwent is boring, but the mountain has a personality that changes as you watch it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Wales Hotel; City: Gulgong New South Wales; Review: I have previously stayed in the Prince of Wales, once in the attached cottages and twice in pub rooms. Recently I have stayed there twice in their motel rooms, which are excellent. Really all I want is what the ordinary traveller wants, a clean room with good facilities and a comfortable bed. Certainly I got these with friendly and prompt service from the check in staff in the Bar and nice smiles when I came back to eat and even with a two week separation between stays a remembering of my chosen tipple - very good I say. Rooms are at the top of the hotel, separated by an outdoor eating area, with a giant open fire for chilly nights, a security gate to the motel courtyard and another security gate to the outside. The rooms are on a back lane so there is no traffic or traffic noise, except as pub patrons leave the car park and this proved not to be a problem. Rooms have the standard double and single layout with a small but adequate bathroom. A blanket box holds extra pillows and blankets. POW has all foxtel channels and a brilliant signal so your favourites are available when away from home. Meals in the Pub are excellent as well, having eaten here a number of times I can attest to the quality of the food and the care the Chef takes to get your meal right. WIth three steaks, one medium rare, one medium and the other well done, they came out together and perfect, aside from this, the menu has a good selection and the salads and veggies are good. All in all I would recommend the Prince of Wales for anyone who wants to stay in the fascinating town of Gulgong; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Canowindra Riverview Motel; City: Canowindra New South Wales; Review: I checked into the Riverview just on spec as daylight had run out and I could not finish my task in Canowindra until morning - apart from being very cold and damp because of the poor weather. As I said in the header, the Motel was a haven - starting from a friendly greeting at the desk, fresh milk for tea or coffee and a recommendation for a good meal in town. When I got to my room it was a fairly standard double and single layout, immaculately clean and with quality linen and bathroom accessories. The motel was quiet in the night, I heard nothing from neighbours indicating the walls were well insulated, the bed was comfortable and , besides an electric blanket, there were additional blankets in the wardrobe. A continental breakfast is provided at a very reasonable price and I think a full cooked brekky is also available, but I did not need that. I would recommend this motel to travellers, if not just for the very friendly and welcoming owners, then for the peace and comfort of the rooms.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Astor Hotel; City: Goulburn New South Wales; Review: Arriving late in Goulburn to find the Astor right at the end of the main street, I searched a bit to find a truck park, and finally got one right outside the pub. Check in was at the Bar which was busy and took a bit of time with a trainee bar person, then I was directed to room 7. In Japan I thought i had stayed in the worlds smallest hotel room, but I was wrong, room 7 at the Astor was tiny- If my colleague had been with me two blokes sharing would have been quite a stretch. However the room was clean and quiet, with all one needed for a night, but very dated, the Bathroom was smaller than in our 8 metre caravan and if you couldn't find the toilet, it was behind the door!! I would not like an extended stay here as the space was so limited, but for a traveller and one night it was fine.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Line Holiday Park; City: Bendigo Greater Bendigo Victoria; Review: Needing accommodation for two men for a few days stay, we chose that A Line at late notice in that it had a separate bedroom and a promised sofa bed in the lounge. Certainly it did as well as a functional kitchenette and a clean bathroom. Unselfishly I gave I gave my colleague the bedroom and had the sofa bed, which was a mistake-- as it had a bar across just where the shoulder fell!! however that is my only complaint. The cabins were nicely situated amongst trees with some pleasant gardens surrounding them an some van sites towards the front. It was very peaceful and a bit of a haven after a busy time at Elmore Field Days. For the traveler wanting a quiet and clean stay for a few days I would recommend this Park. Only one peculiarity was the check in and out system - the office hours are about 9.30 to 4 so they were not open when we arrived or left, however the key allocation and drop system was fine with a contact telephone number if necessary.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goulburn Central Motor Lodge; City: Goulburn New South Wales; Review: As before we arrived very late into Goulburn but the Central has a night phone and Alphonse responded promptly. allocating two rooms to us weary travellers. If there was one downside it is that all rooms are close to the street and roistering drinkers going home seemed to be a feature of the street, however that did not last long and our rooms were otherwise quiet and comfortable. Again the decor was dated however for a budget motel it was clean and acceptable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rodney Motor Inn; City: Mooroopna Greater Shepparton Victoria; Review: As usual, arriving late in Shepparton, we found the Vacancy sign and sighed with relief. A smiling face at reception, some milk for the unit and we were ensconced in a perfectly clean and comfortable motel room at the back, well away from the traffic noise. Even though it was late we were able to order breakfast to be delivered- Like many motels the bathroom was a little dated but clean with good quality soaps and shampoos, the refrigerator was running so our milk was cold and also there was a jug of water already in it, a nice thoughtful touch. The noise from early leaving travellers did not disturb and we left with a note to selves that this was a good place to stay on another journey; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Molong Motor Inn; City: Molong New South Wales; Review: I have now stayed three times at the Molong Motor Inn, when booking for this stay, my previous stays were remembered and I was welcomed like an old friend. Can't beat that when travelling on business!! The Owner/Manager Jim, was pleasant and friendly, explained some changes in he town and directed us to the newly renovated pub for a good meal. Rooms are beautifully clean and fresh, good quality bedding and friendly staff, what more could you want from a country Motel?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Canberra Carotel Motel; City: Canberra Australian Capital Territory; Review: Like always 9note to self - get better organised) I arrived in Canberra very late, after not finding accommodation in my chosen venue, Yass or Murrumbatemnan. Again with a truck it was going to be difficult to find a motel with parking, so, starting at the north end, I tried and moved on south. As luck would have it, the Carotel was the second place I tried. The after hours Caretaker was very pleasant and helpful, allocating a room in the bungalow section with truck parking right outside. The room was large and bright, with a King bed, table, two chairs and a spacious bathroom, whilst the carpet was a bit threadbare round the edges, the rest of the accoutrements were in good, clean condition and the choice of pillows, supply of extra blankets and the usual tea & coffee tray was excellent. (But why, oh why, do they buy kettles which don't fit under the tap!!) As the Carotel is about 400 metres off the Highway in a residential zone, it was very quiet and for me the bed was supremely comfortable. Dixon Shops were a short drive away offering a great choice of eateries. I would recommend this as an alternative to the cold and soulless chain hotels closer to the city. My Son has stayed here as well and says they have a good choice of family units in the Motel section, as the grounds are pretty spacious there is plenty of space for kids to play, or adults to walk and explore.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Mountains Motor Inn; City: Blackheath Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: I have stayed here twice recently and each time have had a very good experience. From a pleasant check in to the very tastefully decorated rooms< i could not fault the Motel. Immaculately clean rooms, good quality towels and linen, excelllent tea, coffee, biscuit selection and Austar with your own box, what more could a traveller want. One morning I ordered an in room breakfast, it arrived on time with superb poached eggs on crisp toast - certainly could not fault that. The next time I left before breakfast service commenced, which was a shame. Just a few hundred metres down the road are a couple of good pubs offering meals and around the corner is a pleasant park, the bed is comfortable, the shower clean and hot - what more could a wearly traveller need? I would recommend the High Mountains for a night or two as a base to explore the sights of the upper mountains; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Canobolas Motel And Units; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: Having previously stayed in the motel section of the Occidental, I was only offered a pub style room this time, not wanting to have to re park and search for alternatives, I paid the price for my laziness. The room I got wasa converted pub room, with ensuite - tiny room with a double bed, no bedside tables of reading lamps and a fridge. In fact the top of the fridge was the only flat space in the room. In the ensuite was a toilet, OK, a shower, fine, and the smallest hand basin imaginable, and no other flat surface except the toilet lid, so there was no where to put your bathroom bag, comb etc. I did have dirty hands and it was a real trial getting them clean without spreading dirty water all over the bathroom floor. The charge was $85.00 per night, just a bit up the road at Molong is a very pleasant motel, with all the facilities for just $5.00 more - I should have made the extra miles!! My advise is, if they don't have a Motel style room available - look somewhere else.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Auto Lodge Motor Inn; City: Seymour Victoria; Review: Right in the main street of Seymour and across the road from a good pub, the Auto Lodge is well situated, also as it is behind a office complex it is somewhat insulated from street noise. On approaching, one sees a very old motel with three wings around a central courtyard and pool, however the rooms belie that a little as they are certainly clean and fresh, though small. My room had only one problem in that the security chain was missing from the door - this needs fixing. Whilst the motel was quite full, I heard no excess noise from the other occupants, even those who left earlier that me in the morning, perhaps a tribute to the age and brick construction. Bathroom was adequate, towels were clean and fluffy and the bed comfortable. This Motel is fine for an overnight stay and the pub across the road does a very good meal.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cudgegong Valley Motel; City: Mudgee New South Wales; Review: A very pleasant gentleman took my booking and subsequent phone calls to advise I would be late, but nothing was a problem for a very late arrival, notwithstanding he had to depart very early in the morning. Arriving at the room I found a standard motel room that could have done with a spruce up. Certainly it was clean, but it showed signs of age. Mismatched sheets and pillow cases were something I immediately noticed, but in contrast there was a good selection of quality toiletries provided and the towels were thick, crisp and sun dried. Although it is right on the Highway I did not hear any noise from adjacent rooms, which is often the case with older properties. The TV was modern, had some pay TV channels as well as the standard free to air. A toaster and kettle with tea, coffee and bikkies was on display and the cupboard held an iron and ironing board. I quite enjoyed my stay at the Cudgegong Valley Motel and could recommend it for a budget overnight stop.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Club Motel Tumbarumba; City: Tumbarumba New South Wales; Review: From a quick and efficient check in, I went to my room to be very pleasantly surprised. The room was spacious, bright and welcoming, immaculately clean and well equipped. Quality toiletries, iron, microwave, toaster etc, and the bread for breakfast and fresh milk were already in place together with a selection of cereals. After a long drive I was pretty tired, so I noted that Cable TV was available, along with the Free to Air channels - very handy in the morning for news whist breakfasting. I was given good advice from the office as to best place to eat. The Tumbarumba Hotel was about 5 minutes walk away and served a great meal and had a good selection of beers on tap - I have reviewed that separately. I have to say that the Club was very quiet and had a very comfortable bed, plus a good selection of pillows in the cupboard and I did not hear a noise in the night. If there was a negative it is that the motel is next door to the Fire Station and it's bright lights prevented having the bathroom window and door open for fresh air, but the aircon worked just fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motel Ningana; City: Mudgee New South Wales; Review: From a pleasant booking experience to a pleasant check in process, I went to my room - all of which are named for local wine growers or makers, and found a clean, pleasant room with all the expected fittings plus a microwave and tiny kitchenette. Just a block from the main street, Ningana is opposite a hotel, which on the Friday night I was there was packed, so I expected some noise. But no - either the thick curtains worked or the crowd was quiet as I heard nothing disturbing at all. The bed was comfortable, with good pillows, the air conditioner worked well to draw down the room temperature and the bathroom, whilst small was adequate, with quality toiletries provided. Right across the road is a Pub, as mentioned, well they serve a great meal in pleasant, whilst renovating, conditions. All in all a good, pleasant experience and one to be recommended; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Canberra Carotel Motel; City: Canberra Australian Capital Territory; Review: I have stayed at the Carotel before and happily booked again for this trip, as my business was on the northern outskirts of Canberra, again I was not disappointed. My room had been recently freshly renovated, leading to a bright welcoming feel on opening the door. This continued as I saw the well equipped kitchenette and clean bathroom. Crockery, cutlery toaster and kettle (which fitted under the tap) were all there together with quality toiletries and good supply of tea and coffee to go with the fresh milk provided. One nice touch was a jug of cold water already in the frig. A large wardrobe contained the ironing board and iron, a set of shelves and a few hangers, together with a soft broom, which I thought was nice touch. The location is well off the highway, so it was very quiet, this together with a very comfortable bed and efficient aircon made for a restful night and a fresh morning. If there is a downside to this property it is that to find a restaurant one must drive, even the Maccas is a distance away. While this may not be a problem with a car, it is restrictive with a large truck, I might suggest hat Reception carry a range of frozen meals to alleviate this problem. I would recommend this as a good place to stay in Canberra; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis budget Wentworthville; City: Wentworthville Holroyd Greater Sydney New South Wales; Review: As usual I was late and needed a place for a truck to park, clearways being what they are in Sydney, that can be difficult. SO then I found an ibis Budget with plenty of parking - that and the pleasant Manager at check in were the highlights. On entering the room it was basic as expected, clean, but it did not have a good feel, The shower/toilet cubicle was tiny and the shower wet the whole floor, just the addition of a curtain would obviate that. = - but my main issue was the bed and bedding. Just a continental style doona was provided and I suspect the bed was connected to the refrigerator!!! not withstanding the air conditioning trying to warm the room, i could not warm up - two threadbare blankets were provided to the childs bunk, so adding these to the mix only helped a little . With the price at only $11.00 below many of the opposition, I think that a bit better could be provided. Adding clothes eventually led to a reasonable sleep, but even in freezing Gulgong at another Motel I did not need this - not good enough Mr. Ibis.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sundowner Hotel Motel; City: Caboolture Moreton Bay Region Brisbane Region Queensland; Review: This place had the potential to be really good, but little stuff let it down. Whilst the reception was well signposted once you found it, I needed guidance fromn the Bar staff, it seems the desk is only manned when someone is told so I had a pleasant check in, went to my room and discovered the first problem - there were no coat hangers in the wardrobe - then the second problem - no one at the desk to speak to. Finally tracked the pleasant lady to the bar, explained the problem and a bout half an hour later three hangers turned up. I must say the room was large, airy and had decent fittings, but surprisingly no microwave, although there were plates and cutlery and a modern refrigerator. Next problem, the bathroom was a good size with plenty of room to lay out toiletries etc, but there were no shampoos provided, only some soap and three threadbare towels, also in the shower it was clear that a tile ad been replaced, this was probably the one which held the soap tray - another tile had holes drilled in it where perhaps there was another soap tray, but - there was no where now to put the soap except the floor. Not good enough Sundowner, guests are to expect a reasonable standard for the price you charge. I had a meal in the Bistro, that was fine, the bed was comfortable the car park was great, the friendly lady who called me after checkout to verify my credit card number for a refund was excellent, but little things let you down.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harbour Foreshore Motel; City: Ulladulla Shoalhaven New South Wales; Review: A very efficient man answered my telephone enquiry for accommodation and, when I reached the property about 5 minutes later, he had already been in the room, turned on the air conditioner, put milk in the frig and left a TV Guide - one could not have asked for better service than that. The room was welcoming, pleasantly decorated and had almost all that could be needed, my only criticism is that a box of tissues could be included. Otherwise it was quiet, comfortable, had an electric blanket so it was warm and conveniently located just a short walk from the town centre for cafes and supplies. A week or so ago i reviewed a Ibis Budget with some critical comments, this Motel was one dollar more per night but provided much better, more comfortable accommodation. As a bonus it had plenty of parking on site and room for my truck in the street, with easy access back to the highway on departure. I would recommend the Harbour Foreshore to any travellers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ballina Hi Craft Motel; City: Ballina Ballina Shire New South Wales; Review: The only two things going for the Motel are that it had a comfortable bed and it had plenty of on and off street parking. When checking in I wondered if the mans name was Bates!! he directed me to an aging and somewhat dilapidated room 12A. It looked OK when entering, but really it was soooo tired. There were odd cupboards, one over the main light switch, all chipboard, were chipped and flaking and the bathroom cabinet looked like it had been in a war!!. Tiles off the floor, basin tap loose, a thin coat of paint over the walls and the airconditioning not working (did not find that out until later). If you are in Ballina, which is a lovely town, there are plenty of other places to stay - I would reccommend this option; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Burringa Motel; City: Wagga Wagga New South Wales; Review: I needed a room for 4 nights in Wagga Wagga, particularly I needed somewhere to park a very large truck - The Burringa Motel fitted the bill perfectly with great gronds, nice room and plenty of on street parking for the truck and trailer. My room had a kitchenette with cooktop, microwave, kettle. toaster etc.,. and was supplied with pots and pans, utensils etc., for cooking. Not that I did as as the Blamey Tavern nearby offered a Courtesy bus and great meals. Being well off the highway and well out of town was a bonus in one way, in that it was very quiet, but a drawback in that you had to travel about 5 kms to get to the CBD if needed. John was a pleasant and accommodating host and the daily room service could not be faulted I would reccomend the Burringa for anyone visiting Wagga, it is close to the picturesque Lake Albert and provided a pool, pleasant gardens and nearby pubs for food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Central Caleula Motor Lodge; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: I stayed twice recently in the Central Caleula Motor Inn in different rooms, however the standard or service did not diminish each time. First stay I had a room with two queen beds, a huge bathroom and kitchenette all to myself. My only problem here was, having done my washing in the Motel Laundrette, the cord for the iron was a bit short which made positioning the ironing board a bit awkward. Second stay a few nights later was with a colleague and we had to share a room because of the Orange Food & Wine Festival and the Notional Field Days coinciding. This room was not so large but equally as well equipped and clean, perfectly adequate for two blokes for a night. Also in this room it had a rain shower which was a delight!! Notwithstanding the events clashing the Central had not lifted it's prices as some other motels had done, in one case to an outrageous price for a second rate property--- If I had any adverse comment it would be that the price of a buffet breakfast was a bit high at $30.00, sure everything was there on offer but few took advantage of it, possibly reflecting the high price. I would recommend this as a great stay in Country NSW; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hamilton Hume Motor Inn; City: Yass New South Wales; Review: We are in Yass each year for a business event and have had some very ordinary experiences with accommodation. The Hamilton Hume was a notable improvement. Two boofy blokes had to share a room and, on entering we found a spacious and very clean , open and airy space with very comfortable beds and a good sized bathroom. If I had a criticism, the towels were a bit passed their use by date, otherwise there was noting negative to comment on. Service from the office was efficient on booking, check in and to stay an extra night. Recommend the Hamilton Hume to fellow travellers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Molong Motor Inn; City: Molong New South Wales; Review: We have stayed in the Molong Motor Inna a number of times now and each stay have found it a pleasant, quiet and comfortable stopover whilst working at the National Field Days. On booking, we were remembered and our favourite room was allocated to us, a two room family suite, well suited to two blokes. The Motel is located a short walk from two pretty good pubs who serve great meals, the bottom pub being the better of the two in my opinion. The Motel is off the main road so very quiet and we could not blame them for the storm or the blackout which accompanied it. Had we been better organised the BBQ area looked very inviting with a gas BBQ and comfortable chairs & tables, but we had to flee Molong for a great Chinese in Orange. On our return the power was back on and all returned to normal. We have booked again for next year and will continue to do so as long as this standard of service is maintained. The rooms are immaculately clean, well provided with toiletries and fresh milk, with good biscuits in the supplies as well. If you are travelling through Molong, it is worth a stopover at the Motor Inn; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Mountains Motor Inn; City: Blackheath Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: A lightning trip to Sydney meant I needed a bed in the wee hours, so I called Peggy at the High Mountains and told her my problem. She allocated me a room, ensured it was open, with the key inside and the heater on. Of course the room was the usual immaculate clean and comfortable as well as being tastefully decorated and having all that a bloke needs for a good rest and a shower. A few days later I arranged for our Chinese guests to stay here as well and Peggy looked after them so well, they were very impressed that a town like Blackheath should have such quality accommodation and friendly people. I have now stayed here about 6 times and cannot praise them enough, even they cook a great breakfast and provide fresh milk for the tea tray. Well done you guys, you have nailed running a very pleasant Motel Highly recommended; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moon River Motor Inn; City: Kempsey New South Wales; Review: Arriving late as usual, I picked the Moon River as I had stayed years ago and knew it had plenty of parking for the truck. A pleasant check in, assurance of a quiet room and advice that the Restaurant was still open. On entering the room it was clear that it had been refurbished since I last stayed, it was clean and welcoming, dump the bags and wander to the restaurant, which despite the lateness, I was welcomed and offered a menu and a drink by an efficient and pleasant waiter. Shortly a meal arrived, with a generous serving of delicious food, one could not ask for better. As to the room it was clean, had good quality toiletries and a very comfortable bed, in addition it was quiet as they had promised. It was certainly great value for the price charged. Don't miss the Moon River if looking to stay in Kempsey.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Colonial Motel Richmond; City: Richmond Hawkesbury Valley Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: As usual arriving very late I had a great experience with my telephone check in. Very polite and helpful Josh took my details, arranged the room to be available with the key hidden and then met me near the room as I arrived to ensure that all was OK, telling me the Restaurant was open early for breakfast and coffee and generally going above the call of duty. This after a strange experience with another establishment who could not offer any late check in service - so they missed out. On entering the room it was obviously very clean and quite spacious, with good inclusions. Unfortunately it was very beige, two tone beige bed cover, beige carpet, pine furniture, beige curtains, so it did not inspire. A splash of colour with a foot strip on the bed, dashing curtains or just something would have brightened it up. In any event, a good hot shower, with quality soaps and shampoo, good fluffy towels and into bed for a fine, quiet nights sleep. Notwithstanding the bland, I would very happily stay here again and would recommend the Colonial to any prospective travellers. Parking was a bit tight but adequate and I would suggest ask for a room at the back to ensure no road noise.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tweed River Motel; City: Murwillumbah New South Wales; Review: The Tweed River Motel is conveniently located on the Tweed Valley Way, adjacent to a Service Station, Seafood Restaurant and take away and a Chinese Restaurant, unfortunately both these were closing as I arrived, late as usual. Parking for the truck was fine on the verge outside, well off the road. My room was bright and welcoming, with a tiled floor and small kitchenette, a Queen bed and a single modern TV and a tiny but adequate bathroom which had recently been refurbished. My only problem here was the water saving shower head, the water pressure was pathetic, although that water supply at the basin and sink in the Kitchen were perfectly fine. However it was a quiet Motel and the bed was comfortable, all a traveller needs really.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chatham Motel; City: Taree New South Wales; Review: It would be easy to drive past the Chatham, it is relatively inconspicuous and does not have that Motel look - however it mad for a pleasant, comfortable and budget night for me. AS I said it does not present like a Motel, a carpark out the front and an old fashioned atrium greet you on arrival, however the 60s look went away when I met the reception lady. She was welcoming, pleasant, informative and helpful. I was offered two choices of room and chose the slightly more expensive, which proved to be fine. Whilst the room was small and somewhat dated, i.e. still had a breakfast hatch, the sheets were crisp and clean and the bed very comfortable. The supplied breakfast was appreciated and the quiet was a blessing. As I said, don't drive past, it is not luxurious, it is not pretentious, but you get great value for your dollar at the Chatham; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tuckerbox Motor Inn; City: Gundagai New South Wales; Review: Again needing a place to sleep with truck parking, Tuckerbox Motel filled the bill. Although a little more expensive that what I would normally choose the room I got, one of only two left, filled the bill beautifully. Clean and tastefully decorated, I had a huge room with even a separate toilet and a spa in the bathroom. Plenty of choices of bed with a queen and two singles plus a nice settee, a small dining table and a kitchenette, large TV and quality toiletries. This room ticked all the boxes. Because of the proximity of the highway I was a bit apprehensive that noise might be a problem, but it was not, although I did hear some sirens in the early morning. If there wa sany drawbacks, I arrived after the cut off time for room service meals so my choice was limited to Hungry Jacks next door, so arrive before 7.30 if you want a meal John!! Set in a nice garden with a pool and a very good BBQ area and a huge truck park, Tuckerbox is highly recommended for a weary traveller to find quality accommodation at a fair price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reflections Holiday Parks Jimmys Beach; City: Hawks Nest New South Wales; Review: Without doubt Jimmy's Beach Holiday Park has the biggest caravan sites of any that we have visited. This allows the degree of privacy and peace that is so often lacking in Caravan Parks at Holiday time when you are cheek by jowl with your neighbours. To add to this the amenities were modern, clean and friendly, the camp kitchen, though basic was fine and there were a number of good free BBQs around the park. If I had a criticism it would be one that applies to a lot of public facilities now - they had terrible toilet paper!! Poor paper only encourages one using vast quantities and also promotes those little bits of paper dropped on the floor from your fingers as they break off. I will bet they don't save money with teh additional paper used and the additional floor cleaning necessary. Jimmy's Beach Park is a short walk across a park to the flat water beach inside Port Stephens and a slightly longer walk to the un patrolled surf beach, but both offer lovely views and great walks. Shops are a short drive away to a small supermarket, pharmacy, baker and grog shop or more shops are in Tea Gardens a further drive away. If the cabins are the same standard as the rest of the park they will be pretty good. However we did not see in them so don't rely on my comments.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waterview Motel Maclean; City: Maclean New South Wales; Review: My habit is to arrive late, wish I did not but that is how business is today, so I arrived quite late to get the last room-- not the cheapest, but welcoming clean and well fitted. The room had all that a traveller could want with a good bed, a good shower and , although the room was in the front, it was quiet. And not just road quiet but I did not hear anything of other guests leaving early, which is a bonus. (so many people have 47 door cars and leave at 4.30 talking loudly) Fresh milk was in the frig, as was a jug of cold water. I would recommend the Waterview as a good, quiet place to stay just off the highway and in a pleasant location opposite the river.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Golden Square Motor Inn; City: Bendigo Greater Bendigo Victoria; Review: As usual arriving very late, the hosts elected to stay up to meet us, after a telephone check in. Our room was welcoming, clean and quiet. Having missed dinner, the mini bar provided some snacks and juices to get on with and check out early next morning proved no problem, with teh office open early. On a tight schedule we could only stay one night, but an extended stay could see and exploration of Golden Square and particularly the adjacent Hibernian Hotel, which looked interesting. Recommended; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Avonmore on the Park Boutique Hotel; City: Randwick Greater Sydney New South Wales; Review: I booked the Avonmore as it was handy to a hospital my wife had to attend. Check in was fine after a bit of trouble finding a parking spot close, then we encountered the stairs - we had been allocated a room on the top floor so had to negotiate some stairs which tested my wife, over my stay I found them OK. The room was nicely decorated, clean and spacious, with all the usual inclusions, iron, tea and coffee, modern TV etc and a very comfortable bed. The bathroom was an afterthought and was very small but adequate, however I would not have liked to be a big person. Situated opposite a nice park and handy to a number of restaurants, shops and public transport the Avonmore was a good choice - until I wanted to extend my stay another night, whilst the process was easy, when I came to pay I discovered that I was charged the full rate, rather that the discounted rate I had booked the original stay!! I thought that was odd. Parking was hit and miss, with about three free spots in a back lane or take your chance in the crowded street, with local residents prioritised. It certainly was a drawback.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sydney Lodge Motel; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: I needed a cheaper place to stay and chose the Lodge for a number of reasons, not the least it's very good room rate and continental breakfast. Having read a few reviews I was a little nervous, but need not have worried, The room I had on the first floor at the back was clean, well fitted, had a nice view over the garden and reasonable quality inclusions, toiletries etc., The only problem was the parking, perhaps what they have is suitable for some vehicles but it did not fit my Landcruiser, so I was forced to take my chances in the streets. Not that it was a problem as long as you were arriving late or leaving early. On two nights I arrived at the peak hours end and decided that it was not worth my life to park out front, although it was allowed by the signs, but the street was occupied by bumper to bumper, kerb to kerb commuter cars and to block a lane would have led to a riot or worse. I needed to get some washing done, but the Lodge Laundry was out of order, however a local Dry Cleaners did a bag wash, but the Lodge only provided an ironing room, not an in room iron. This room was miniscule and the Iron was on a button timer switch which only responded to percussive maintenance (you had to bash it). I understand that renovations are underway and would recommend to the management that an in room iron would be a great extra service. WIth a few shortcomings, I would still recommend the Lodge as a good, affordable accommodation close to the city and sailing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magdala Motor Lodge; City: Stawell Grampians Victoria; Review: From the nice lady at reception who speedily processed our check in to the waitresses who made meal times pleasant, the quiet rooms, easy parking and excellent facilities, our 3 night business stay at the Magdala Lodge was extremely pleasant. Always late, we did not faze the chef or the staff with dinner orders and the bar had a good selection of drinks, in fact some particularly good red wines. I would recommend Magdala Motor Lodge to any travellers in Stawell; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Great Southern Hotel; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: To be fair the Great Southern Hotel is undergoing renovations, probably why rooms were so cheap. It was a rainy night and my usual accommodation was booked out, so I took a punt and booked a room at the Great Southern. AS George Street is having work done I was advised to approach the Hotel from the Back, through Chinatown - somewhat of a challenge on a wet friday night!!!. Parking is not offered but a parking station is nearby however to stay in there would incur substantial cost, luckily I was able to find a street park. The room I had allocated was 'upgraded' by the front desk staff, who efficiently processed my check in, then up in the lift to find I had a Family Suite, two rooms, two televisions, a microwave, a bathroom and basic toiletries. Closer to the lifts the was being refurbed, but that had not yet extended to my room which was pleasant enough and adequate for a night. My impression was that the room may have been closed up for some time as it had an musty smell, finally dispersed by the air conditioner. Plenty of cafes nearby for a meal and later breakfast and the hotel bars served a reasonable selection of beers. If I were travelling to Sydney by train this hotel is close enough to Central Station, but is not really suitable for a motorist, unless you have some alternative parking, also Chinatown can get very noisy on a Friday night. Many years ago the Great Southern was a must for the country folk who could not step up to the Australia or Metropole - to me it is still very second string. Actually one of the reasons for choosing this Hotel was it offered a Guest Laundry, however when I enquired it was closed due to the refurb, scotching my plans to catch up on a weeks washing!!! They did offer a laundry service but if it went out Friday night, it would not come back until Monday - not so good if you were checking out he next morning.as I was. If I were to recommend it unequivocally I would probably mislead you, so be cautious in choosing this hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goulburn Central Motor Lodge; City: Goulburn New South Wales; Review: A very cold winters night, friend not answering the phone to arrange a bed at his place, so off again to the Goulburn Central - efficiently checked in and off to the room with fresh milk to find the nice touch - the heater was already on and the room was warm. For the price the room was adequate, with reasonable inclusions, biscuits with the tea tray and a lovely hot shower. Ome great advantage of the Central is it is on a side street so parking is no problem and it is handy to a number of pubs and restaurants for a meal, as well as having an onsite Italian Restaurant if you want it, although it is usually closed when I get there. Having 24 hour check in is a bonus for the busy person, as is the fresh milk available from reception.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moon River Motor Inn; City: Kempsey New South Wales; Review: A colleague needed a room for a night so chose the Moon River as it had truck parking. Our telephone booking was promptly handled and check in was simple, we were allocated a pleasant room with views over the river. This meant we had a bit of a walk from the truck - but that was no problem. The room was well equipped and pleasant, the view was nice and the beds provided a good nights rest. We chose to eat in the restaurant which although not well attended when we arrived, had a procession of guests pass through, this was quite convenient as we needed to talk business so we did not disturb others or they us.. The meal was served promptly and was pleasant, reasonable value and satisfying, my colleague could not finish his and requested a takeaway container which was promptly supplied. I again recommend the Moon River to travellers needing accommodation in Kempsey; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kyogle Country Inn Motel; City: Kyogle New South Wales; Review: As usual late and needing accommodation for two, with truck parking, we stopped outside the Country Inn Motel. On coming to the office we were met by a young man who seemed humourless and just barked the price at me, more or less take it or leave it. Being somewhat weary I accepted what seemed a fairly high tariff for a rural Motel. On arriving at the room it was spotless and seemed well equipped, until we really looked, yes there were two towels - but three beds, there was only one face cloth, the few sugar sticks with the amenities were hard and obviously aged, there was no microwave (usually standard equipment in better motels), particularly as there was crockery and cutlery supplied. In hindsight, i think we would have been better to drive the short distance to Casino where a number of motels seemed to offer better value. Note to self - get better organised - note to others, visit if you must, but be wary, or more demanding of civility service to match the price; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Acacia Golden Way Motel; City: West Wyalong New South Wales; Review: Having spent $70 for a very ordinary motel room in another location the previous night, I was surprised when the nice Man at the desk told me that their rate for a single was $75.00 - and what a surprise. The room was clean, welcoming, had a double and a single bed, good quality toiletries, a microwave , large TV and two comfortable chairs - except for the microwave this was a complete turnaround from the previous night!!! I was supplied a small carton of milk for my tea and the code for the free wi fi, given a quick guide to the eateries around town and shown their large parking area all without asking. The noise from the highway was negligible and the policy of having guests cars parked nose in also circumvented a lot of early morning noise (other motels please take note) All in all a very comfortable and satisfying overnight I would have to say this was great value and I would recommend this property to any travellers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Eastern Sands; City: Geelong City of Greater Geelong Victoria; Review: I was booked in here by a local and I have to say he was spot on. Separated from the bay and the waterfront by a nice park The Comfort Inn has lovely large rooms, very clean with all the amenities one would expect. Rooms are quiet, and, although mine faced the carpark I heard no noise. The Comfort Inn is very conveniently located close to a large shopping centre and a number of good eateries, although I found the prices in nearby pubs a bit pretentious. If there was a downside, the reception seemed never to be manned, you have to wait for a staff member to be called from somewhere else and they charge for wi-fi.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pinsent Hotel; City: Wangaratta Victoria; Review: My telephone booking was handled efficiently, as usual and my check in was quick and pleasant. Can't fault the staff for friendliness and efficiency and the breakfast bag of bread for toast, juice, butter and spreads is a nice bonus. Rooms are large and clean and I have always found the beds comfortable, with extra pillows and blankets supplied and more available on request. Unfortunately I arrived too late for the restaurant so all I could do was check out their new menu, which looked excellent - note to self - get there earlier next time!! I have recommended the Pinsent to friends who have also had pleasant stays, so it is not just me who finds it a great alternative to the highway motels.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Oriana Orange; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: Oriana is one of the more expensive Motels in Orange, quite a shock to get quoted their original price - $170 for a Queen room, showing indecision I was offered 10% off!!. Certainly the room was bright and fresh, with a nice outlook to the pool, fresh fruit in the room and presse coffee in the amenities gave a great first impression. The room was spacious, the chairs comfortable and it was quiet being at the back. However the shower needed a good bleach, with black stains in the grout and a sour smell. Being a few hundred metres from a shopping centre and restaurants is a plus. On a spring evening the stroll was made all the better by the lovely blossoms and well kept gardens; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ben Chifley Motor Inn; City: Bathurst New South Wales; Review: From a very pleasant check in, to a reasonably priced room to a great recommendation for a meal - the process of staying at the Ben Chifley was a pleasure. I had chosen a budget room which, though small, had everything. Iron, Ironing Board, Microwave, tea, coffee and biscuits and--- great fluffy towels!! Often Motels forget to include a face cloth, not the Ben Chifley. I could not complain about the bed, extra blanket and pillows, as I said - everything. As a bonus I was advised that a local pub offerred a free drink when you ordered a meal, so a half a block stroll to a pleasant and relatively quiet pub where I had a very reasonably priced meal and a free middy of beer, naturally I could not stop at one and bought the next one! Plenty of off street parking, a quiet location though on the highway make the Ben Chifley a great spot to spend a night of two in Bathurst.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nambucca Motel; City: Nambucca Heads New South Wales; Review: From a very ordinary check in we went to our room , overlooking the river out the front and the pool in a nice garden out the back. Room was clean, but it is mean to only give two little UHT milks. Beds were comfortable and the parking was great for our large trucks with good access on ans off the highway. I read one review where they complained the towels were 'scratchy' - I thought this was a nice touch, showing they had been sun dried. Our big surprise was when we went to the restaurant, the check in lady was our waitress, gave us great service and we had excellent freshly cooked chinese food - so good in fact that we went back for the second night. The waitress and cook were bright, friendly, attentive and engaging. On a down note - the stucco walls could do with a sweep to rid them of dust and the bathroom door in room 4 did not close properly.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Town House Motor Inn; City: Young New South Wales; Review: As usual, late and needing truck parking - I was greeted by a very nice young Lady who could not have been more helpful, particularly organising a breakfast tray as I was checking out early. The room was newly renovated, tiny, but had everything and was clean, what more could you ask. I think a couple may struggle with the size but it was more than adequate for one Being off the main street and extending off it I was a bit concerned about noise, but I can say that I heard nothing and had a very good sleep on a comfortable bed with good pillows. Good value for me and recommended for anyone else on a travel budget.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Club Motel Tumbarumba; City: Tumbarumba New South Wales; Review: I have stayed here before, a couple of years ago and was impressed - well impressed again. From a pleasant check in, to an immaculately clean room, good parking and quiet location, to a no fuss late checkout - what was no to like? The town was very busy but nothing was a problem and I enjoyed my stay. Recommended to any travellers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moon River Motor Inn; City: Kempsey New South Wales; Review: Again I chose the Moon River for an overnighter in Kempsey, and it was again clean,. Check in was smooth, they had my details and quickly attended to the paperwork, parking was easy and the room welcoming The budget rooms do not have a microwave, fair enough but they have everything else you need - almost. Motel owners need to realise if they give you liquid shower gel they need to give you a wash cloth !! These are the little things that make the stay easier or more pleasant.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Commercial Boutique Hotel; City: Tenterfield New South Wales; Review: As usual, arriving late, my chosen Motel was displaying a NO Vacancy sign, so I sought the Commercial- and how fortuitous. They had a room left on the ground floor, which happened to be wheelchair access, no problem to meas it was convenient to cart in my bags. The room was large, featured beautiful polished floorboards and all the necessary furniture, including two very comfortable armchairs. The bathroom was equally large and just a little disconcerting with no hob or shower curtain, however we managed a shower without wetting the whole floor, excellent quality toiletries were supplied and tea and coffee facilities were up market. I had a counter meal because of the late hour and it was a delicious Pie, with salad, good tasting and quite adequate. While my room fronted the main Highway, I was not disturbed by traffic noise and I did notice that the Hotel offered undercover car parking - a great bonus in the frosty weather. Highly recommended for a pleasant stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lismore Wilson Motel; City: Lismore New South Wales; Review: From a very pleasant conversation whilst booking, to a speedy and efficient check in, my colleague and I went to our room - to find a large well appointed room, dining table, microwave, good quality toiletries, fluffy towels and comfortable beds. The motel is set out in an interesting way, wit hhe rooms in two ranks, running back from the road, our room was about halfway back and was very quiet with a great outlook from the verandah into the treetops. Only a short walk from the Workers Club and a number of takeaways and other restaurants, it was easy to get a meal. Parking on site for cars was excellent and even for our big trucks was locally convenient. I would recommend the Wilson Motel to any travellers as great for overnight or longer stays.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Avocado Motor Inn; City: Childers Queensland; Review: On checking in, Ruth made me very welcome, pointing out the complimentary bottled water, the nearby places to eat and the location of the Supermarket (almost opposite). My room was clean, small, but welcoming. With an interesting feature - the toilet separate to the bathroom, almost like a three way bathroom in a house. I could not fault the inclusions, good towels and a wash cloth!! (other budget motels note) OK soap and shampoo. Lots of milk for tea and a choice of fresh or UHT offerred at check in. Good wi fi and a comfortable bed.. There was some highway noise in my room but it died away in time to allow a good sleep. Were I to stay again (and I will if in the district) I would ask for a room in the building transverse to the highway; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Mountains Motor Inn; City: Blackheath Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: Although it has been a while since I needed accommodation in Blackheath, I was welcomed like an old friend by the Owners. Which was nice. Allocated a room, I went to find a very tastefully decorated and clean room with everything that one could need for an overnight stay, plenty of pillows, extra blankets, warm aircon and foxtel as well as TV. Just a short walk to good restaurants or pubs and off street parking. nce a gain I would recommend the High Mountains for good service and a pleasant night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Canobolas Motel And Units; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: It was convenient to stay here again rather than battle parking at other locations. The room was immaculately clean, small but adequate, however I think the owners could just add a little to make a stay more enjoyable. It was extremely cold, so the single blanket and bedspread were only just adequate, needing the aircon running all night, in addition only two pillows were provided and they were very thin so a couple would struggle. Also a wash cloth is needed to properly use the shower gel. Just these little things make a difference. I have to say the location was quiet and a reasonable sleep was obtained, plus the bonus of off street parking and a short walk to the Canobalas Hotel for a superb steak; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Commercial Hotel Kyogle; City: Kyogle New South Wales; Review: As usual , arriving late, the motels were booked out, so I sought the Commercial Hotel. I think I was the only overnight guest - I was offered a room with twin beds or a Double, I chose the double, room was quite compact, with outdated wardrobe and bedside table, but fresh and clean, with good carpet and a huge bathroom ensuite. As it was explained by teh publican, they are gradually refurbishing all rooms and it would be interesting to return in a while and try some of the newer ones. If I had a complaint, it would be that they only supplied one blanket and the batteries in the aircon controller were flat - meaning it did not work, despite this I had a warm and comfortable night after a good, and reasonably priced steak in the Dining Room. Would I stay here again? - certainly I would for the price, almost $40 cheaper than the motel I stayed in last visit and perfectly adequate for a night.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Zebra Motel; City: Coffs Harbour New South Wales; Review: The Zebra is outside the usual price range of motels I stay at, but, having parked the truck and being weary, I accepted the room at the quoted price and, stayed - actually I am glad I did as the accommodation and facilities at the Zebra were high class. The room was spotless, quality toiletries, sheets and towels, a good fridge, with mini bar and a King sized bed!! In addition the Zebra has an attached restaurant and bar, so a room service meal and drink a great comfortable and quiet sleep then a quick takeaway breakfast made for a very pleasant stay. For the motorist, parking was generous and the drive through site was very convenient, entering from a slip road off the Highway and exiting to a quite street. Also the motel is convenient to the Coffs CBD with a plethora of cafes and good shopping; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alabaster Motor Inn; City: Taree New South Wales; Review: Taree has a plethora of Motels and I was cruising in the truck looking for one where I could park. The Alabaster had plenty of on street parking, so it looked good. By chance it is almost opposite a pub and absolutely opposite an Italian Restaurant. So it was a good choice. To add to that the room was large and well appointed with all that is needed for a nights stop. There was crockery and cutlery , a microwave, toaster etc., making an Italian takeaway a good option - highly recommended It was very quiet and had a pleasant courtyard and gardens as well, which added to the ambience. I would recommend the Alabaster to any traveller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Canowindra Riverview Motel; City: Canowindra New South Wales; Review: I have stayed at the Riverview previously, but not for a while. Last time I needed a room in Canowindra they were booked out, so I had to stay in the next best - which is very inferior. This time I was, as always late checking in, but welcomed and allocated a room, I enquired where I might get a meal at such an hour and helpfully, the lady called the Golf Club to check if the dining room was still open - it stayed waiting for me!! The room was clean, had fresh milk and good inclusions and was very pleasant for a night. I would recommend the Riverview for quality accommodation and great service.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The George Boutique Hotel; City: Blackheath Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: From the friendly greeting when arriving at the door, to a superb room with everything - to the breakfast room with cosy fire and great selections - to the library with complimentary Port and chocolates. Who could fault anything?. Our amiable hosts made us very welcome and showed us around their property with deserved pride, then we settled in our room where we were greeted by quality inclusions, - fluffy towels, good amenities pack, crisp linen sheets, central heating and a great atmosphere to relax and enjoy the ambience. Certainly the bed was comfortable and induced a great sleep. A short walk from a number of restaurants, The George is well situated for a weekend, or longer, break in the Mountains, parking is convenient just of the Highway on a slip road, or on site parking is available round the back. We would recommend the George to anyone wanting an indulgent and relatively inexpensive break in the Mountains.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Australian Sunrise Lodge; City: Newtown New South Wales; Review: For quite cheap accommodation the Sunrise Lodge was OK, with some reservations. Check in was easy, my room was small, relatively clean and adequate for one night and the location was good. Close to the Airport for a very early flight and near so many cafes and restaurants - this was a bonus. Would I stay there again, I have to say, not if I could get a cheap deal at any of the major hotels near the airport through Trip Advisor and these deals are often available, just not on the day I was travelling; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kyogle Motel; City: Kyogle New South Wales; Review: From a pleasant check in, to fresh milk offered for the tea tray, to a clean and pleasant room. Whilst the room was a bit small it suited me and had all one needed for a night, reasonable pillows, adequate blankets for the cold and a good working air conditioner to fight the chill. I had a room on the front, facing the main road and was a bit concerned at traffic noise, however the shrubbery and thick curtains meant it was not intrusive. At the price this motel is in the average class, but is certainly suitable for a pleasant nights stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crescent Head Holiday Park; City: Crescent Head New South Wales; Review: First timers at this park, we chose the creek side rather than the ocean side. Probably depends on your own preference but I think we made a good selection, with the tidal creek providing a constantly changing vista and restful water sounds. At night the sound of the Surf was also a restful addition. Park rules require all pets to be on leads, but a public walkway along the creek meant there were a number of unrestrained dogs wandering about , meaning one needed to supervise the pet at all times, as some of the interlopers were not so friendly or discliplined - but this was not a great problem as the glorious weather meant it was great to sit outside with your dog. (Neighbours had a cat on a long lead!) The amenities were dated but clean and adequate for the crowded park. Folk we chatted to told us they had returned many times - it is that sort of a park.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lani s Holiday Island; City: Forster New South Wales; Review: We recently stayed a couple of days on a powered site, which was pleasant enough, however - there was not a lot of grass and the shade cloth pad was really sad. The sites were shady and reasonably large but access for a large modern van was tight because of the trees, and gardens. Some of the gardens had high rock copings and were right on tight corners making manoeuvering a bit of a trial as they were higher than the van clearance. Amenities were old fashioned but recently painted and clean, and the whole area is huge, with an enormous camping area at the lake end of the site. Would we stay again - well yes but there are much more modern parks about offering better facilities; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gateway Lifestyle Jacaranda; City: North Haven Camden Haven New South Wales; Review: We have stayed a number of times at this Park, always requesting a site on the grass down the back. This suits us as we travel with our dog and it gives him space and us a greater degree of privacy. On calling, the manager demurred, saying he was i. A shirtn a heavy watering programme to re invigorate the grass following a busy holiday season. On arrival he announced a compromise, where we had a slab, but adjoining the grassed Play area - which was really fine with us. The amenities block has been recently renovated, is good and kept immaculately clean. The gardens edges and paths likewise. A short walk takes you to the river and a pleasant stroll to the ocean beach, as a bonus a great takeaway is also a stroll away. Recommended for caravanners; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greenhills Caravan Park; City: Murwillumbah New South Wales; Review: As the only caravan Park in the town, Greenville hads the market by the short and curlies, but it fails miserably in being attractive. Checking in was fine and the instruction to " just pick any site" seemed great, so off we went - we selected a site and began lining up to back in, when a resident warned us we would be better off in another location. Taking his advice we chose an indicated site and set up, then explored. Perhaps we should have done this before paying for two nights! The Park was generally untidy, with unmowed grass, potholed roads and old and horrid amenities - that were not clean by any standards and also were inadequate for the number of sites. This is really a pity as visitors want to visit the townand the alternative of the showgrounds was booked out, in hindsight we should have waited for a site there.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Governors Hill Motel; City: Goulburn New South Wales; Review: It looked old and run down and lived up to the impression, although I must say the bed was comfortable, the aircon worked and the shower was small but Ok. Otherwise I hve not a lot of good to say except the parking was huge and very accessible. Im n my room someone had entered with very cheap paint and attempted a spruce up, but it was so thin the previously marked and dirty walls showed through. Ohhhh - the cafe next door serves a decent breakfast - so that was a bonus. I would only recommend the Governors Hill Motel, if you like us arrived very late and found everything else closed; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Burringa Motel; City: Wagga Wagga New South Wales; Review: We choose to stay at the Burringa Motel for an annual business event in Wagga - why do we do that? Well to start the Owners/Managers are such pleasant folk, with a cheery greeting and simple check in, immaculately clean and well maintained rooms, plenty of milk for tea and coffee, fresh biscuits in the room, breakfast packs - I could go on --- suffice to say they cater for all the needs of a traveler and more. Added to this there are pleasant gardens and drive through parking .And to cap it off local clubs and hotels offer a courtesy bus service so one can pop out for a meal and a drink with no worries; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ophir Tavern; City: Orange New South Wales; Review: At first glance the room was clean and welcoming, one of only 5 attached to the Ophir Tavern. On check in I noted the price was quite high for Orange but it was one of the few available with good parking, so I accepted. A meal in the Tavern and headed to the shower before bed to find the shower cubicle filthy, black stains on the grouting and slimy walls - such a disappointment. Otherwise I suppose the room was OK but i had been turned off so nothing could make it up - I will not stay there again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bushmans Retreat Motel; City: Gundagai New South Wales; Review: As usual need a room at the last minute I saw the sign for the Bushmans Retreat, as I parked another traveller was walking to the office and he commented that this is his favourite stay as it is such good value. Heartened by this I checked in, went to my room then returned to the office to enquire about eating options - Our restaurant they said, but it looked like I would be the only diner, so the Gentleman offered to bring the chosen meal to my room. The room was certainly dated, but clean, the bathroom spotless and the towels lovely and crisp, lots of inclusions, tea, coffee, biscuits, iron, microwave, extra blankets and aircon. Shortly after, a delicious meal was brought to me, one of the best steaks I have had in a long time with good sides. I can really recommend the Bushmans Retreat to any traveler wanting great value; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BIG4 Nambucca Beach Holiday Park; City: Nambucca Heads New South Wales; Review: My fault!!! I had not checked that accommodation was booked for a business event in Macksville and it seems the only room available after a lot of searching was a cabin at the Big4 Nambucca Heads. On arrival were met warmly and directed to our cabin - to be instantly disappointed. While it was clean, it was less than basic, with two beds, a refrigerator and a cupboard, no bathroom, no sink, no running water. Just two teabags, two coffee tubes and 4 sugars with a jug and toaster, a selection of cups and plates, to add to the insult of expensive accommodation the tea, coffee and sugar were not replenished for the second day. For the price I believe we were substantially overcharged - other motels in the area offer rooms with all facilities for less than we paid. There were better cabins on the property but unfortunately these were all booked out - but a word of warning, when we booked it was not clear that this was BASIC accommodation at best. Beware; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Motel Grande; City: Tamworth New South Wales; Review: I was having a bad day, my truck had developed an oil leak that had to be fixed so I was stuck in Tamworth until completion. Recounting my sad story to the nice Lady on reception, I got their last room and-- around the corner came her Husband bearing a cold beer saying' sounds like yo need this" - wow-- I enquired about places to eat and was given various directions, all involving a walk. So I went to my allocated room to contemplate - finding it immaculate. Crispy sheets, bathroom spotless, good toiletries and pleasantly decorated. No sooner had I put down my bag and looked around, there was a knock on the door and the Lady from Reception, Janine, was there to offer me a lift to a food place - Service above and beyond and very welcome on a bad day. I cannot speak highly enough about the Grande, it was quiet, clean, had good parking for cars, and run by lovely folk who really made you welcome. Highly recommended in a City where ther are a plethora of Motels, but I am willing to bet - none as good as the Grande.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Colonial Motel and Serviced Apartments; City: Young New South Wales; Review: I had stayed elsewhere in Young before but was late arriving as usual - so - fortuitously found the Colonial-- A pleasant greeting, quick check in, reasonable price and I was in my room, where i was very pleased to find it immaculate. Usually country motels let themselves down somewhere on cleanliness, if just a bit - but not the Colonial - the room was spotless, the sheets crisp, the bathroom incredible and good quality inclusions, even soap you can open with wet hands. I was so impressed I booked myself in for my following visits (3) and my driver for his -and he was impressed as well. While just a bit away from the CBD, it is a short walk to food outlets and opposite a 24 hour Service Station. I would recommend the Colonial to any traveller as being great value and clean - which is all we really ask of a Motel; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shoal Bay Holiday Park; City: Port Stephens Greater Newcastle New South Wales; Review: Check in was easy and pleasant as had been the phone booking process, we were directed to our allocated site and that was easy to find and easy to position our 8.5 metre Caravan on the slab. We found the amenities block clean and easily accessed, except for forgetting the code a few times, Garbage, dump Point and BBQ facilities were relatively conveniently located and also clean. WIth a fabulous beach across the road and shops and cafes nearby the location was prefect. One thing which could be improved was the stock in the local supermarket, I suggest you shop in Nelson Bay or further afield if you want a reasonable selection or price; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Time and Again; Author: Visit Amazon's Jack Finney Page; Review: I felt that the book was wonderful. Finney did an excellent job about telling the reader how life was in the 19th century. The book also had a lot of interesting facts about New York in the 19th century and I could almost picture everything as it was. I do strongly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in time travel stories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Fields; Author: T.J. Macgregor; Review: When I bought the book a few months back, I knew I would have a great story on my hands but I just kept on putting it aside. I finally picked up the story and loved it. The Dark Fields deals with issues such as addiction, greed, self destruction. I enjoyed the character Eddie Spinola very much. The MDT-48 was a very dangerous drug and it kept on keeping me intrigued as to what step Eddie would take next. I do recommend reading this book if you are looking for a good thriller.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster; Author: Visit Amazon's Jon Krakauer Page; Review: Into Thin Air was a book that has its moments to keep readers very interested. I would have to say that the first 200 pages or so of the book I found quite dull. For the most part, the book discussed the South African expedition along with the IMAX and any political implications that were involved. Along with this being said, the first half also spent little time describing the climb. It seemed that the book described about 100 different people from different expeditions that the reader was left wondering who is who. However, once the book moved forward and described the climb into the ascending altitude I was really moved. First off the strenous hardships that these climbers put themselves through is unbelievable. The chance that they take to climb Everst and there is a good possibility that they may not even reach the top. Once tragedy struck Krakuer's party I did feel remorse for those who died on the expedition. Overall, I do recommend this book but if you know nothing about mountain climbing like myself you may find some of these facts to be dull. However, the descriptions about the climb itself makes the book well worth it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Summer Tree (Fionavar Tapestry); Author: Visit Amazon's Guy Gavriel Kay Page; Review: This book was one of the most uninteresting books that I have ever read. I am not a fantasy book reader but I saw the reviews so I thought I would give this book a try. I really thought that there were way too many characters in this book. I will admit that it was really helpful that the author did put together a listing of who is who. Maybe it is because I am not an avid fantasy reader but I just found myself extremely bored reading this book. The 5 main characters did not interest me along with the storyline. After reading this book I will not read another fantasy book for a long time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America; Author: Visit Amazon's Erik Larson Page; Review: I picked up this book because it was on the NY Times Bestseller list along with the title being snazzy. As you probably know the book is focused on 2 different stories one about Burnham the architect and the other about Holmes the murderer. Although, these 2 stories have very little to do with one another they are both surrounded by the 1893 World's Fair. Larson does an excellent job about the details involved about putting the fair together. I was really impressed with his research. While reading the story I found myself wanting to know Holmes was plotting to do next. Overall, Devil in the White City is an excellent read if you are interested in Chicago, the World's Fair, architecture, or a serial killer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America; Author: Visit Amazon's Erik Larson Page; Review: I picked up this book because it was on the NY Times Bestseller list along with the title being snazzy. As you probably know the book is focused on 2 different stories one about Burnham the architect and the other about Holmes the murderer. Although, these 2 stories have very little to do with one another they are both surrounded by the 1893 World's Fair. Larson does an excellent job about the details involved about putting the fair together. I was really impressed with his research. While reading the story I found myself wanting to know Holmes was plotting to do next. Overall, Devil in the White City is an excellent read if you are interested in Chicago, the World's Fair, architecture, or a serial killer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shutter Island; Author: Visit Amazon's Dennis Lehane Page; Review: I was very excited about reading this book. I thought Mystic River was excellent so I expected good things from this book. I can honestly say I was not disappointed in the least. Shutter Island offers many twists and turns and the deeper Teddy gets the more he uncovers. If you like Mystic River then I really recommend reading Shutter Island.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Take the Bait; Author: Visit Amazon's S.W. Hubbard Page; Review: This was an excellent first novel by S.W. Hubbard. I myself am not a mystery reader but I enjoyed this book very much. I kept on finding myself interested to see how the story would unfold. The book also has some good twists and turns. If you are a mystery reader I think that you will find this book very enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild at Heart; Author: Visit Amazon's John Eldredge Page; Review: I would like to start by saying some very positive things. I felt that this book started off absolutely great. There were many valid points expressed by the author. For instance, man longing for a sense of adventure, a man is scared that he will wake up one day and realize all that he has worked for is gone. Lastly, what does it mean to be a man. The author describes the above very well and makes great points. What I did not like about the book was how it starts off great and not much else comes of it. I felt as though the author became distracted through the process. I am a Catholic myself and this is the first Christian book that I ever read. I thought the book did need to talk a bit about God and Jesus but after a while it just seemed that was all the book talked about. I felt that the good points were gone and the book's focus was on Christianity. If you are a Christian reader then I would assume you enjoy this book. Please do not let my review persuade you if you are considering purchasing this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Encyclopedia of Urban Legends; Author: Visit Amazon's Jan Harold Brunvand Page; Review: I decided to pick up this book because I have always had a mild interest in urban legends. This book is well organized from A-Z. It contains several hundred urban legends within the pages. I was quite surprised about how several different urban legends blend together. The author dictates when the legend started and where it began. If you have any interest in urban legends then I would recommend this book. I was suprised at how many urban legends are documented and told.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Nite Ize Original Steelie Pedestal Kit for Tablets - Magnetic Tablet Tabletop Stand; Brand: Nite Ize; Review: Everything the company produces works great holds up great. I have these on all the phones and tablets no matter what car you can attach your device the car mount holds up great have had them over a few years no issues; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Morning Light; Author: Windhy Puspitadewi; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: JATUH CINTA sama novel ini :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Incognito; Author: Windhy Puspitadewi; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Komentar pertamaku setelah melahap habis novel ini tuh "Eh? Ada ya teenlit Indonesia yang kayak gini?". Aku bener-bener ngerasa gak nyangka, kalau ternyata teenlit terutama teenlit Indonesia tuh ada yang semacem ini. Gak cuma tentang cinta-cintaan ala remaja seperti teenlit biasanya. Atau karena aku belum melahap semua teenlit yang pernah ada? Tapi yang jelas bagi aku novel ini adalah salah satu novel yang bikin aku yakin untuk terus beli dan baca novel. Novel yang bikin aku pengen teriak ke orang-orang yang masih beranggapan kalau beli novel itu cuma buang-buang uang. Saat baca novel aku gak cuma berharap aku bisa terhibur. Tapi aku juga berharap aku bisa belajar sesuatu dari kisah seseorang. Belajar tapi merasa senang. Dan novel ini memenuhi harapanku. Itulah kenapa aku ngerasa aku gak salah kalo ngasih 5 bintang untuk novel ini. INCOGNITO. "Sisca dan Erik tidak pernah menyangka, perjalanan waktu yang selama ini hanya bisa mereka baca di buku akhirnya mereka alami sendiri! Semua bermula ketika ia dan Erik harus mengambil foto di kawasan Kota Lama Semarang untuk tugas sekolah. Seorang anak bernama Carl tiba-tiba muncul di hadapan mereka dan mengaku berasal dari masa lalu. Sisca dan Erik mendadak terseret petualangan bersama Carl, pergi ke tempat-tempat asing, bertemu dengan tokoh-tokoh sejarah yang selama ini cuma mereka temui dalam buku. Petualangan yang membuat mereka belajar banyak: menghargai waktu, persahabatan, dan diri mereka sendiri." (sinopsis) Siapa sebenarnya Carl? Siapa saja tokoh-tokoh sejarah yang mereka temui? Kisah seru apa saja yang mereka alami? Pertanyaan itu muncul setelah aku baca sinopsisnya. Dan ternyata novel ini benar-benar menjawab pertanyaanku. Carl yang ternyata bukan hanya orang asing yang tidak sengaja bertemu dengan Sisca dan Erik. Juga pertemuan mereka dengan tokoh-tokoh sejarah yang ternyata membuat mereka terlibat secara emosional dan membuat petualangan mereka semakin berkesan. Aku suka setiap bagian novel ini. Dimulai dari judulnya "Incognito", aku termasuk orang yang sangat amat menganggap penting sebuah judul. Dan Incognito, satu kata asing yang gak tau kenapa bikin aku jatuh cinta, tanpa peduli apa artinya dan gimana cara bacanya. Untuk cover biasanya aku gak pernah mempermasalahkan, tapi untuk cover Incognito ini jujur aku suka banget. Menggambarkan secara garis besar isi ceritanya. Ditambah paduan warnanya yang cantik banget. Pas. Aku juga suka cara kak Windhy memulai cerita. Cara pertama kali Erik dan Sisca bertemu, unik, gak biasa, aku gak nyangka kak Windhy kepikiran tentang itu. Juga hal-hal kecil seperti Pecel, Lawang Sewu, Sate, Kota Lama, dll, yang pernah disebut di novel-novelnya. Dan kali ini Becak. Yang bikin aku ngerasa kalau kak Windhy entah kenapa menurutku Indonesia banget (terutama semarang). Aku suka. Seolah-olah mengingatkan kalau becak itu pernah ada (secara sekarang kalau baca novel yang sering disebut tuh BB, Tablet, Audi, Steak, Pasta dll). Novel ini juga terlihat segar dengan diselipkan bumbu-bumbu cinta ala remaja yang ringan tapi manis. Denan karakter Eric, Sisca, dan Carl yang berbeda tapi ketika mereka bertemu membuat novel ini jadi hidup. Juga beberapa dialog yang membuat aku ngakak dan bikin aku gak ngerasa bosen waktu baca bagian sejarahnya. Dan yang paling penting Incognito (dan novel kak Windhy lainnya), penuh dengan pengetahuan yang mungkin bahkan aku gak; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seandainya...; Author: Windhy Puspitadewi; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Entah kenapa aku kurang suka sama sinopsisnya. Bikin aku jadi mikir "kayaknya ini tentang cerita cinta abg yang galau-galau gak banget gitu deh". Apalagi ditambah sama judulnya yang menurutku gak kak Windhy banget. Karena aku termasuk tipe orang yang selalu menganggap penting judul dan sinopsis sebuah novel, jadi waktu tau judul dan sinopsisnya kayak gitu aku jadi sedikit deg-degan waktu mutusin buat baca. Secara kak Windhy adalah salah satu penulis yang karyanya selalu aku tunggu, jadi aku takut aja kalau Seandainya gak sesuai harapanku. Seandainya... Tentang rasa yang tak kunjung terucap. Tentang Rizki si cowok miskin yang ternyata otaknya cemerlang. Yang harus menunda sekolah selama dua tahun karena miskin?. Tentang Juno yang ternyata memendam perasaan pada seseorang yang selama ini diakuinya sebagai sahabat. Tentang Arma yang selalu merasa tidak berguna untuk adiknya. Tentang Christine seorang putri tunggal seorang pejabat yang merasa diabaikan. Tentang mereka dengan masalahnya masing-masing. Tentang mereka yang dipertemukan dan akhirnya bersahabat. Entah kenapa untuk Seandainya aku ngerasa banyak banget yang gak aku suka dari novel ini. Dimulai dari judul dan sinopsisnya. Karena aku gak pernah mempermasalahin cover, jadi aku oke-oke ajah sih, walaupun sampe sekarang aku masih gak ngerti sama arti covernya. Untuk masing-masing konfliknya aku ngerasa terlalu kecepetan. Menurutku Seandainya itu ibarat seseorang yang lagi cerita tentang petualangannya yang seru tapi cuma punya waktu 10 menit buat cerita, gak punya waktu buat menghayati, bikin yang dengerin ceritanya komentar "oh gitu?" . Seandainya novel ini dikasih tambahan halaman "mungkin" ceritanya bakal berkesan. Menurutku sih gitu. 2 dari 5 bintang? Awalnya aku kasih 1 buat novel ini, karena menurutku mengecewakan banget. Tapi setelah baca untuk ke dua kalinya, aku mutusin untuk nambah 1 bintang. Kenapa? Karena menurutku walaupun konflik di novel ini udah banyak ditemuin di novel lain, tapi menurutku senggaknya kita jadi merasa diingatkan lagi supaya gak lupa. Dan aku sangat suka sama endingnya. Karena pelajaran hidup yang paling berkesan dari novel ini buat aku ada di endingnya. "Gak ada buku yang begitu jelek yang gak bisa diambil pelajarannya" (Windhy). Walapun buku ini gak sebagus karya penulis lain atau karya kak Windhy yang lainnya, tapi gak ada salahnya untuk baca, karena kak Windhy selalu nyelipin pengetahuan yang mungkin selama ini kita bahkan gak kepikiran utuk tau.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Orange; Author: Windry Ramadhina; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: aku jarang banget suka sama novel dewasa, tapi gak tau kenapa aku suka banget sama orange, terlepas dari kefulgarannya, aku suka banget :); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forgiven; Author: Morra Quatro; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: wow. novel ini keren sebenernya. ide ceritanya keren. cerdas deh. tapi gak tau kenapa aku cuma suka sampe bab 9. bab selanjutnya aku kuarang paham hehe, but, novel ini memang keren :); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: With You; Author: Christian Simamora; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: With You. Akhirnya kelar juga baca novel ini :D bener bener gagas duet yang beda . bertolak belakang haha bagian kak Christian, begitu amat sangat fulgar, dewasa banget, gak cocok di baca sama aku yang suka sama cerita remaja, tapi terlepas dari kefulgaran itu, ceritany keren banget :) tokoh-tokohnya keren. suka banget deh sama ceritanya :) bagian kak Orizuka, amat sangat kalem, beda banget sama cerita kak Chris yang "dewasa" itu, tapi cerita kak Ori gak kalah keren, ceritanya pas banget, bikin gereget, bikin senyum, cool deh :) baca gagas duet ini berasa baca 2 novel :) 5 bintang dari aku buat With You :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thalita; Author: Stephanie Zen; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: satu-satunya yang bikin aku suka ama novel ini adalah cara daren nembak thalita hihi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heart and Soul; Author: Windhy Puspitadewi; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: "Saat masih di bangku kelas 5 SD, ayahnya yang bangkrut setelah ditipu rekan kerjanya, pergi dari rumah. Meninggalkan ibunya dan dirinya dengan tumpukan utang yang harus dilunasi. Setahun setelahnya, ibunya meninggal dan dia sendirian. Dia yang sebatang kara lalu ditolong oleh keluarga kaya yang memiliki Putra tampan itu pun lambat laun jatuh cinta kepadanya, lalu mereka hidup bahagia selamanya. Sayangnya, cerita seperti itu hanya terjadi di komik atau drama Korea. Tidak berlaku untukku." (Hal. 1). *** Heart and Soul. Bercerita tentang Erika, yang sedari kecil sudah merasakan pahitnya hidup. Ditinggal sang ayah yang terlilit hutang. Juga sang ibu yang meninggal setahun setelahnya. Tapi ternyata Tuhan masih memberinya kesempatan untuk bahagia dengan memberinya keluarga baru, sahabat, juga cinta (halah). Masa lalu yang pahit dan keluarga baru yang sangat menyayanginya, membuat Erika tumbuh menjadi gadis cerdas dan kuat. Tapi juga membuat Erika menjadi pribadi yang tertutup dan sulit mempercayai orang lain. Hanya Aro dan Linda yang Erika anggap sebagai teman. Aro, dengan tingkah bodohnya yang membuat hidup Erika menjadi lebih 'hidup' dan 'normal'. Dan Linda, teman sejak SMP Erika yang memiliki sifat kebalikan dari sifatnya, tapi justru membuat Erika nyaman dan mempercainya. Lalu seseorang yang berkaitan dengan masa lalunya datang. Seseorang yang dengan kegigihannya membuat Erika luluh. Leo, yang akhirnya ikut menjadi bagian penting untuk Erika selain Aro dan Linda. Dan juga membuat Erika kembali berharap. *** Heart and Soul. Seperti novel-novel kak Windhy yang lainnya, saya pun menganggap novel ini 'bacaan bagus' yang wajib baca dan punya. Walaupun jujur saya tidak bisa jatuh cinta pada novel ini. Padahal saya berharap saya bisa kembali jatuh cinta. Mungkin karena ada beberapa bagian yang membuat saya merasa tidak asing. Beberapa bagian yang membuat saya seperti merasakan dejavu-dejavu (halah). Dan ada beberapa bagian yang membuat saya kurang nyaman. Yang membuat saya hanya bisa memberikan 3,75 bintang untuk novel ini, bukan 4. Dan 3,75 bintang saya persembahkan (halah) untuk: 1. Paragraf pembuka. Entah kenapa saya sangat suka dengan cara kak Windhy membuka kisah Erika. 2. Aro. Berbeda dengan karakter tokoh yang kak Windhy buat di novel sebelum-sebelumnya, cool, cakep, dan cerdas. Bagi saya karakter Aro justru terlihat apa adanya. Membuat saya merasakan sesuatu yang 'baru'. 3. Linda. Menurut saya kak Windhy berhasil membuat karakter pembantu (?) yang tidak menonjol ini menjadi karakter yang justru berkesan. Dan membuat saya berharap kak Windhy mau membuat kisahnya *ngarep* 4. Seperti di novel-novel kak Windhy lainnya, di novel ini pun BANYAK hal yang bisa saya dapat melalui kisah Erika. Membuat saya kembali berterima kasih untuk itu. Membuat saya kembali merasa bangga dengan hobi membaca novel. Membuktikan kalau novel itu gak melulu sekedar cinta-cintaan yang bikin mual. PS. Ditunggu karya selanjutnya :); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Satria November #2; Author: Mia Arsjad; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: MIMA DAN INOV KEMBALI LAGIIIIIIII LOL waktu tau kalo Satria November bakal ada yang ke 2 itu senengnya kayak nemu harta karun *halah, lebay kumat* hihihi sebenernya walaupun ending Satria November #1 gantung, menurut saya itu udah cukup sih. Tapiiiii, berhubung saya cinta mati sama kisah seru Mima-Inov dan gaya nulis kak Mia di Satria November #1, jadi ya ngerasa HAPPY banget pas tau kak Mia bakal ngelahirin Satnov2. Happy happy happy lol baca satnov2 bikin rasa kangen ke Mima-Inov dan baca TEENLIT akhirnya terbayar. Yeay!!! Intinya Satnov2 gak kalah seru sama Satnov1 deh pokoknya. Masih tetep rameeee dan menegangkaaan. Menghibur banget :) akhirnya bisa baca lagi TEENLIT yang TEENLITnya tuh nendang banget. Kangen sama bacaan yang beginian solanya. Hoho. Gak akan bosen deh ngikutin kisah Mima-Inov yang selalu bikin ngakak dan senyum-senyum sendiri lol Gak nolak kalo kak Mia mau buat Satnov3 :p *ngarep*; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 11 Jejak Cinta: Kumpulan Cerpen Teenlit; Author: Charon; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Warning: Ini curhatan gaje. 2 bintang *saya sedih* Sebagai penikmat Teenlit dari awal kenal novel sampai sekarang di usia yang udah gak teen lagi, sudah tua intinya, waktu pertama kali tahu tentang Kumcer ini, mungkin saya adalah orang yang paling bahagia *halah* Pertama, karena saya rindu *halah lagi* Kedua, karena ada beberapa penulis favorite saya di Kumcer ini. Dengan harapan Kumcer ini bisa mengobati rindu saya akan Teenlit. Daaaan. Saya cukup kecewa. Mungkin karena saya terlalu berharap kali ya? *yakali* Ada 4 penulis yang ceritanya saya tunggu-tunggu. 1. Ken Terate, awal kenal kak Ken itu dari Frey, dia Ken Terate garis keras. Karena penasaran, akhirnya saya coba untuk baca karyanya. Daaan ternya Jurnal Jo langsung bikin saya jatuh cinta. Jurnal Jo garis keras deh intinya. Menurut saya Jurna Jo itu TEENLIT, 100% TEENLIT, bukan karena ini cerita membahas anak SMP, tapi karena memang bahasanya, bahasannya itu berisi, tapi tetap ringan, dan renyah *ini apa sih?* Intinya sih, di kumcer ini saya berharap kak Ken bisa mengobati rindu saya akan TEENLIT seperti Jurnal Jo. Tapi ternyata, harapan saya pupus, saya pun sedih *halah* 2. Windhy Puspita, HAPPY, waktu denger kalau di Kumcer ini ada side story nya Incognito. Tapi, ternyata eh ternyata, NASTYA, gak bisa mengobati rindu saya akan TEENLIT, bahakan Incognito sekalipun. Terlalu sedikit *namanya juga cerpen Li* dan entah cuma perasaan saya, tokoh si X di side story ini sama yang di Incognito, karakternya jadi beda? Karena di side story ini pakai POV X kali ya? Entahlah. 3. Lexie Xu dan Mia Arsjad, aku berharap banget cerita mereka di Kumcer ini serame Johan dan Omen series (kak Lex) dan Lululergic dan Satria November (kak Mia). Lagi-lagi harapan saya pupus. Saya pun sedih lagi *halah lagi dan lagi* dan ternyata saya cukup objektif sih, terbukti dari ada 3 cerita yang saya suka, meskipun saya gak kenal penulisnya. 1. Berteman Cinta, Clio Freya. 2. Langit di Ujung Jendela, Dyan Nuranindya. 3. Untukmu Sahabat, Shandy Tan. Dan kalau ditanya cerita mana yang paling saya suka? Untukmu Sahabat, Shandy Tan. --------- Jadi kesimpulannya sih, ternyata Kumcer ini gak berhasil mengobati rindu saya. Balik lagi karena mungkin saya terlalu berharap. Tapi, menurut saya bagi penikmat Teenlit wajib sih punya 11 Jejak Cinta ini. Bukan cuma karena seluruh royaltinya bakal disumbangkan ke Dana Kemanusiaan Kompas. Tapi karena balik lagi ke selera. Kalau bagi saya Kumcer ini gak bisa mengobati rindu saya akan TEENLIT, belum tentu sama di kalian kan?; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Walking After You; Author: Windry Ramadhina; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Saya jatuh cinta sama buku ini. Sekian :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love and the City: Dalam Cinta Tak Ada Pilihan Sederhana; Author: Moemoe Rizal; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: 3,8 bintang? Ada sesuatu yg bikin saya gak bisa kasih 4 bintang, tapi saya pun gak tau apa *yakali*; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Chronicles of Audy: 4/4; Author: Orizuka; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Menguras emosi. Banyak novel bagus, tapi jarang yang bisa menguras emosi saya. Dan novel ini berhasil banget mengobrak abrik perasaan saya *halah* Selalu salut sama kak Orizuka, 24 novelnya berjejer di rak buku saya loh *pamer* mau ngereview bingung mau nulis apa, karena pasti spoiler *bilang aja gak bisa bikin review, Li*; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apa Pun selain Hujan; Author: Orizuka; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: ceritanya simple, emosionalnya gak menggebu gebu tapi terasa banget, manis, sejuk (?) cocok banget dibaca saat gerimis sambil minum kopi #halah; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Sea of Tranquility: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Katja Millay Page; Review: The Sea of Tranquility is quite possibly the greatest book I have ever had the pleasure of reading. It touches so deep into your heart and soul. The life of a 15 year old girl was brutally changed and she was thrown into a downward spiral. Not knowing how to deal with all the damage done to her, she just shut down. Knowing the truth and not wanting anyone else to know, she just stopped talking so that she wouldn't give away her secrets. She moved to a new town and a new school and a new semi-life. Unbeknown to her she wasn't the only person in her new life who shut themselves off to the world. Enter Josh....no one talks to him or puts themselves in his field of vision. Where Natysa dealt with her "death", Josh has dealt with the deaths of everyone he's ever loved. He, too, keeps to himself and keeps his secrets close to his heart. After a few weeks at school, after noticing each other, they are thrown into each others lives. She breaks through his force field and he gets her to talk to him, some. Can he get through to her and have her reveal her dark and secretive past? Can she get him to see that he's not responsible for his loved ones passing, that it does happen to everyone? This book touched me so deeply and so strongly. I hope whoever has a chance to read it, does so. It will change you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallen Too Far; Author: Visit Amazon's Abbi Glines Page; Review: Blaire's has not had an easy life since her twin sister died in a horrible car accident five years ago. First she lost her sister, then her dad because he couldn't deal, and then her mother, her rock, passed away after a long battle with cancer. With no where else left to go she sought out her father and he said he'd help her. She shows up at his house only to find out its not really his. Enter the sex god step brother, Rush. Yes I said sex god. They try to fight the attraction they both feel only to realize it's a losing battle. They give in. She's happy with her new normal, she's working at the country club, sleeping with her hot step brother, and made some new friends.....until daddy comes home with her new step mom. After over hearing an unbelievable conversation, she loses it....her new normal, her new love, and she even loses the saintly image of her mother. She leaves it all behind and goes back home to Alabama. Rush follows and she gets to say her final goodbye to him....or does she???? Wow!! Abbi this is one of the best reads of the year. I cannot wait until March to read the rest of Rush and Blair's story! Thank you for being an amazing author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hopeless; Author: Visit Amazon's Colleen Hoover Page; Review: Fantastic, heart wrenching, not a HEA but a great forever! I couldn't put this book down...read it in one sitting. Absolutely wonderful!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Music of the Heart; Author: Visit Amazon's Katie Ashley Page; Review: I jumped into this book head first! I absolutely loved it! Jake and Abby are one of my favorite book couples now! I can't wait to read more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waiting for You; Author: Visit Amazon's Shey Stahl Page; Review: What an emotional, heart and soul wrenching, fantastic, and amazing book. I felt every single emotion that Bailey felt. I cried and laughed and loved. This book is definitely in my top 3 ever read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Real (The REAL series); Author: Visit Amazon's Katy Evans Page; Review: REAL - MY NEW FAVORITE FIGHTER!!! I absolutely loved Beautiful Disaster - a fight book with the best book boyfriend of all time, Travis Maddox - but Remy just made it so much better. From the get go Remington Tate had me mesmerized just as he had Brook. From Brooke's description of him, powerful legs, his shoulders, his vine tattoo, the hair, the eyes - WOW! Of course, he was TOO MUCH - too much male, too much masculinity, and raw!!! Who wouldn't love this man? And Brooke - she's strong, confident and knew what she wanted (at all times). She never waivered and second guessed herself. She's an awesome girl crush. From the fight scenes to the sweet tender moments with music - This book had my heart. I'm not gonna go too much into it b/c I don't want to spoil anything but let me leave with this quote: ......"Why won't you take me, Remington?" He groans and pulls me closer. "Because I want you too much." GO ONE CLICK THIS BOOK!!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bully (Fall Away); Author: Visit Amazon's Penelope Douglas Page; Review: One of my favorite books of 2013! Bully is a definite must read for the New Adult Genre. 5 stars plus!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Present Perfect; Author: Visit Amazon's Alison G. Bailey Page; Review: I won this book from a book blog on Facebook! I am so glad I won it and now I want to encourage everyone to read it! This book deserves more than 5 stars....I laughed out loud, I cried, I cussed it! It was absolutely amazing! Absolutely fantastic and wonderful read!! You will love this book!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Cinderella: A Novella; Author: Visit Amazon's Colleen Hoover Page; Review: Can we say 5++++++++++ stars???? I want more..... more Holder and Sky, more Daniel and Six!! I absolutely love love love these people!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love and Lists (Chocoholics); Author: Visit Amazon's Tara Sivec Page; Review: Freaking awesome! I love this book! I cannot wait for the next book! I never thought anything would be close to Seduction and Snacks funny but.... We catch up with Gavin and he's all grown up! He's been in love with Charlotte - his best friend - for forever. He has tried to make her see him as something more but it's never happened so he sits down with Tyler (funny as hell w/ a thing for Claire) and they create a list to make Charlotte fall in love with Gavin. While over in Charlotte's little heart - she's made her own list and devised a plan with a sweet, sweet, thang named Rocco (he loves shoes). Will their lists coincide with one another and get the desired results or will they remain just friends? Believe me - if you want a funny, light read - pick up this book! Read the original series first, of course, then read this! It makes a bad day so much better!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Edge of Always; Author: Visit Amazon's J. A. Redmerski Page; Review: I absolutely loved The Edge of Never and when I seen that the Kindle Fairy delivered it I was ecstatic beyond belief! From the first line - it was like going back home. It picks right up and we feel the love, the attraction, and the need of Andrew and Camryn! They have always needed each other and still do. I felt all of their ups and downs - I cried and I laughed. I loved living their lives with them. I relish the thought of them; they make me happy! I have to say that "The Epilogue" is to me - the greatest epilogue ever written. It made my heart soar! Thank you JA Redmerski for writing such a fantabulous conclusion one of the greatest love stories ever told!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Better (Too Good); Author: Visit Amazon's S. Walden Page; Review: What a terrific ending to Mark and Cadences story! Not giving anything away but I was very pleased with the way it turned out!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Storm Warning: a Broken Heartland novel; Author: E. Lee; Review: Holy Freaking Hell! Where do I start? Get ready - we are about to follow the lives of 5 teenagers during a summer of changes! I'm not going to give anything away here because everyone should read this book! EJ, Kyle, and Coop are from hard working families in the farming community of Hope's Grove, Oklahoma. Cami and Hayden are the rich, superficial, kids from Summit Bluffs the big city just outside Hope's Grove. The book follows each of them as their lives intertwine and we watch them grow over the summer of changes....but we learn not all changes are bad changes. This is THE BOOK that will take you back to high school; you will relive that thrill of your first kiss, your first crush, your first love and that first bone crushing heartache. It's a definite MUST READ! This book kept me on my toes the whole way through - OH SNAP - the ending is the cliffy of all cliffhangers and will leave you with 1,001 questions but WOW you will not want to quit reading! You will want to beg Ms. Lee and Ms. Quinn to give us Path of Destruction now - like yesterday now! Okay, so now it's your turn to read this amazingly awesome book! GO, GO, GO!!!!! I heart this book so hard - it's crazy!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taking Something (Give Me Something); Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Lee Page; Review: ***** - 5 star review (should be more) Nick Dammery becomes Nick Kline hes turning his life around and going legit w/ a con spin on it. I so despised him in Give Me Something who didnt? I was pretty sure it was going to be the same way here. A leopard isn't able to change his spots, right? But I was more than pleasantly surprised by the Nick I found. Nick decides that going on the straight and narrow with a little conning mixed in is right up his alley. When he sees the opportunity to work for newest pop princess/wild child Sadie Sinclair he jumps at it. Shes a computer generated music phenomenon who has no talent but a huge fan following. No other producers will work with her because shes so unmanageable but Nick thinks he can handle her. Because hes such a charmer he puts himself in the line of fire with Sadies manager and says he can and will charm her into recording the album the way the label wants all the while he is getting his name out as an up and coming top of the music industry producer. Easy as pie, right? Nope Gia is Sadies right hand person, assistant, former best friend, and keeper of the skeletal closet. Shes sexy, smart, and a take charge kind of gal. She can handle the notorious Sadie better than anyone else and shes on to Nick..she aint falling for his charms, in fact, she calling him on them. She may be the one glitch in his plan to become a part of the music industry because once Sadie sees theres something going on she could end his career before it even starts. Is Gia worth the sacrifice? Would he be willing to give up his dream for just one person? Is Nick capable of going completely legit? Can he leave all his selfishness behind to become a selfless man who looks out for someone other than himself? Elizabeth Lee gets us inside his head to see how hes dealing with the world around him; she lets us know the real Nick and he doesnt change immediately. He evolves as a person and its wonderful to see his progression. We get to meet some new characters in the book and we still get to visit with Tucker, his newly found brother and Lila, the little voice in his head. Favorite Quotes: We are going to be great together....she leaned into me, musically or sexually? The hots I scoffed. What are we, twelve? And, no. I mean, yeah shes hot, but she wouldnt piss on me if I was on fire. "I moved down just so I could move my mouth back up. I wanted to savor every minute with her. To taste every inch of her."; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Addicted to You (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Krista Ritchie Page; Review: Addiction is a scary thing. You can be addicted to alcohol, drugs, sex.... but can you be addicted to someone? I believe so....this book is a 5 star read that explores love and addiction and what it does to those you love. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Take a Chance: A Rosemary Beach Novel (The Rosemary Beach Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Abbi Glines Page; Review: Oh my Grant Carter - you're a fool, a flipping fool. Remember the old saying, "don't know what you've got til it's gone"; I'm guessing you're gonna find out soon enough. Between the she-bitch Nan, party hard Kiro, and a past full of secrets - can Grant and Harlow make it work? IDK if they can b/c Abbi is making me wait til the next book and it's killing me. Already, it's killing me. I'm excited to get Krit's book next but come on; I really really need to know that Grant didn't screw up as bad as I think he did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Box; Author: Visit Amazon's Cassia Leo Page; Review: Mikki and Crush are destined to be. Over the course of a few years their lives have intertwined unbeknownst to them both. This is a wonderful tale of heartache, loss, overcoming your personal demons, and fate.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shame On You (Fool Me Once); Author: Visit Amazon's Tara Sivec Page; Review: Okay so this is like my 7th or 8th Tara Sivec read and it did not disappoint! I so badly want to be one of the chicks in her books; they're always sexy, hot, funny, and have a this is me, like it or not attitude. Is that asking too much? I think not. Anyways, I digress. Tara has such great writing capabilities Ive never read one of hers I didn't get swept away by. See complete review at: [...]; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dust to Dust: A Broken Fairy Tale; Author: Visit Amazon's S P Cervantes Page; Review: This is my first Cervantes book and I was enthralled with it. The writing is superb; the story is very well thought out it kept me interested through the whole book. Cam and Holden were best friends for a long time then that friendship turned into more. While inseparable on most occasions the one time they're not together tragedy strikes. Cam begins to push everyone away including her best friend. He leaves for college, she meets and falls for Marcus who loves her and over looks her standoffishness; he marries her and gives her two amazing children. Yet slowly their marriage begins to crumble, she realizes hes cheating and she also realizes she may not have been fully in attendance for her marriage, but she tries to hold on for the sake of her babies but Marcus hands her divorce papers and asks her to sign them on Thanksgiving Day. After Holden moves back home to salvage his childhood home he and Cam reignite their friendship and old feelings start to arise for Cam but she doesnt act on them. Holden is always there for Cam, no matter whats going on. He left her all those years ago because he thought that was what she needed. She needed better than him. But Holden is full on alpha male, hes gorgeous, and oh sweet Jesus, does he love her. He loves her beyond measure and when that marriage falls apart hes there to be her friend and to help her pick up the pieces. Slowly they become more and once she confides to him what happened to her all those years ago hes there to protect and take care of her and her girls. He loves all of them so much and its so sweet to watch them all together. This couple has to overcome so many obstacles; mistrust, a hurricane, an accident caused by tampered with brakes, an ex-husband, an ex-girlfriend, and a crazy mother of a friend. Its a lot to overcome. Its going to take a lot of trust, love, and hard work. Can they get back what they felt all those years ago? Are they able to withstand all the tragedy and turmoil that comes their way? Reading this was almost like reading Cams journal. It was so life like and I could feel everything each of the characters felt. It was so tangible. I absolutely loved it. I will definitely be reading more books by this fantastic author. Book provided by Wordsmith Publicity for review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: And Then You Loved Me; Author: Visit Amazon's Inglath Cooper Page; Review: When I received the email offering this book for free how could I turn it down? The cover was beautiful, bright, and creative. The blurb was People say you cant ever go back. That some of the things that happen to us simply cannot be redone. Who, at some point in their life, doesnt want to go back and do it all over? I read all sub-genres of romance, from womens fiction to erotica. But this book it was one of the most moving, heartfelt, and soul searching books Ive ever read. It takes you back to when you were young and you made all the choices you made but never once thought about the consequences. Thats what this book is..choices and consequences. This story, the people, the landscape, the love, the tears, the throwing of my kindle; it was all so real, so tangible. I felt every single emotion that Ms. Cooper wrote and I saw everything as if I were there experiencing it at that very moment. I was in the barn, I was at the funeral, I was in the truck, I was at grandmothers lake house. IT WAS REAL. I don't want to do an actual book review for this because it doesnt need spoilers, it doesnt need me to tell you whats going to happen; YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK! Its the epitome of womens fiction. Ive never read a womens fiction book that I was so consumed by. Please take a few hours, a few days, whatever you need and read this book. Its one my most favorites for 2014.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Always and Forever: Secrets of Shadow Hill (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's S. P. Cervantes Page; Review: Im usually not a fan of fantasy but this book kind of appealed to me. This review is written for Wordsmith Publicity. This story had a huge Harry Potter feel to it mixed with a little bit of Twilight and maybe a little bit Wizards of Waverly Place (Disney Channel). In A&F, you have Ava and Hannah who find out they are the 'Chosen Ones' in a long line of wizards. And just before their high school graduation they learn this secret and have to move to Ireland to escape a rival coven that is trying to kidnap them. While in Ireland they have to hone in and perfect their abilities to be able to fight off the Sabotino Coven. The twins know nothing of the magical world they are abruptly thrown into and the instant chemistry between Dalton and Ava makes her question her relationship with her boyfriend, Patrick, and makes her question her attraction to Dalton. With them both being wizards, it makes sense to me that the attraction would be there and instantaneous; she shouldnt question it (IMO). A lot happens in this book so I had to pay close attention to all the names and the history of the covens. Ms. Cervantes has created a wonderful tale about wizards and covens that are good and evil. Covens that want power and will go to war to get that power. She also created a beautiful love story that is good, sweet, and innocent. As the story goes on, the attraction increases and the bond that is formed is one that is written in the lore. Ava is very powerful and so is her sister but pair that with Dalton, and you get world saving abilities. Can the twins overcome all the obstacles thrown at them and save each other and the coven they were chosen to be a part of? Will good win out against evil?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nashville - Part One - Ready to Reach (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Inglath Cooper Page; Review: Cece has some pretty terrible luck thrown at her when we first meet her. Her granny's car breaks down on the side of the road, she barely gets herself, her guitar, and Hank Jr out of the car before it blows up on her. But her luck may be about to change, or is it? Good guys and songwriting/singing duo Thomas and Holden pull over to help her; they seem to have a thing for damsels in distress. Things still go awry from time to time with CeCe and the boys but everything start to pick up with doors opening that should have taken years to open. There's chemistry, kisses, a night at the dog pound, and regret in this first novella. I absolutely loved this first book in the series. Inglath Cooper's writing pulls you in so much so that you are there experiencing everything that is going on in the book. Wonderful writing, plot, and what a sweet, sweet, place to end this one and start the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prophecy (Secrets of Shadow Hill) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's S. P. Cervantes Page; Review: The Prophecy SP Cervantes ***** - 5 star review The story picks up a year after the first book ends and starts with Dalton and Ava being tested. Ava will see Patrick for the first time in 6 months and while they still have an emotional attachment it isn't one that either of them understands. Yet. Ava and Patrick are thrown together after six months apart, held captive and should they be forced to fulfill the prophecy, the balance between good and evil will shift. With only each other as a life line, has their relationship changed? Will they be able to overcome everything thrown at them? Dalton, meanwhile, is terrified he has lost Ava to Patrick; the consequences of this are damaging. Will he be able to find them in time to save them? To save the world? There was a lot more conflict between Ava, Dalton, and Patrick in this book than the first. Patrick seemed to still be attracted to Ava and her to him but at the same time, Ava and Dalton were connected with each other on a level that no one else seems to get. This to me is one of the more important themes in the books. The characters are fully pressured by the fact that the fate of the world is on their shoulders. They are making adult decisions while possessing the youth of their age. While neither of the characters are really ready to make these drastic decisions; they must. Good and Evil, as per the usual, is on the line here. What will happen? Will good win out? Will Ava finally make a choice? Get ready for a wonderfully compelling ride of young love saving the world and tempting the fates. Book given by Wordsmith Publicity for review; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stupid Girl (Stupid in Love) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Cindy Miles Page; Review: Stupid Girl - Cindy Miles 5 star stellar read I received this book for honest review: The summer before Olivia started her senior year of high school everything changed. She lost a piece of herself that she never thought she would get back. Then on her first day of college some tatted up, sexy, cocky, thuggish guy tackled her to the ground from out of nowhere. Instead of apologizing he kissed her! What? Yeah then she kneed him in the family jewels. Brax, the Southie star baseball player from Boston, wasn't gonna let a little knee to the groin deter him from getting close to Olivia aka Gracie. She has walls built up and tried to push him away. He wants her anyways. She knows he's dangerous. She knows he has a player reputation. He knows she's innocent and the polar opposite of his "type". Gracie doesn't want to start a relationship. The only thing she wants to do is work on her Astronomy Degree and work at the planetarium on campus. Brax, though, is pretty persuasive and eventually talks her into getting to know him better. They both have secrets and hurts from the past but together maybe they can overcome them. But when Gracie finds out a secret from the not so distant past will she overlook it or will it drive her away quicker than a shooting star darting across the night sky? This is my first novel by Cindy Miles. I'll definitely be reading more. I loved that we got Brax's POV at the best moment possible. Not actually an alternating POV; Ms. Miles knew when we would want inside his head. I hope we will get future books and in those we will get a glimpse of them and how they're coming along.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Lined Up: A Rusk University Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Cora Carmack Page; Review: Being a girl from the south, we take our football very seriously. When I found out Cora had written the first book in a series about football I was ecstatic. Football isn't just a sport down here; it's a way of life. It divides the closest of families and friends. It also encourages friendship, sportsmanship, and love, as we see here in ALU. Dallas (yes, named after the Cowboys) grew up in the middle of football. Her dad being the head coach of her high schools team. She dated QB1 even though it took a long time for her dad to approve it. Well QB1, Levi wasn't whom she really thought he was. So between that and her dad having no time for her she rapidly grew to despise football. She thought she had her chance a s freedom and being out of the coach's daughter limelight she left for college at Rusk - not her intended choice but still - but that was just a useless wish bc dear old ball coach was offered and took the job as head coach. At this point she's sworn off football, the players, the coaches, and the game. No more. She was done with all of it. Until Romeo. Well not really Romeo but may as well have been. They met while she was atop a balcony and he below. She screamed and he answered. Carson McClain was was no Romeo but he was there for her when she abandoned all good sense and jumped off the ledge. Literally. Carson needs to make first string on the football team so he can be eligible for a scholarship for next year because with out it he wouldn't be in school or on the field. He doesn't have time for distractions or for fiery redheads either but he makes the time. Fate can be cruel at times and it's now that she's the cruelest. What happens when Dallas realizes she's falling for the new QB1? Better yet how does Carson react when he realizes he's playing with a firecracker, the coach's daughter? Will it be a touchdown or will they continue to lose yardage? Read and find out!!! I hope in the future installments we catch glimpses of these two. BTW - I pray Ryan gets his own book. He stole my heart! I love Cora Carmack and her writing. I could hear the crowd, feel the excitement, and smell the aromas of the stadium. It was a great book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Happens Tomorrow; Author: Visit Amazon's Elle Michaels Page; Review: What happens when your entire reason for being is taken away from you? How do you react? Better yet, how do you go on living? Let me tell you what Brooke didn't do. She didn't give up on her life when it was expected of her. Brooke lost everything in one split second, losing herself in the aftermath. See complete review at: [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fan Girl (Los Rancheros) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Brandace Morrow Page; Review: Fan Girl Brandace Morrow **** 4-stars We first meet Ali when she is 15 and kind of a rebel. She often goes to garage, dive, bar gigs with her best friend where she first meets Deklan and his band Rolling Bridges. Ali is quickly their biggest fan and will be able to look back and say shes been there from the beginning. Ali was always comfortable being herself but she was shy and sat in the corners and never thought someone like Deklan would never be interested in girl like her. Eventually, the band finds fame and Ali goes through some major life changes. The story progresses rather quickly but we watch as Ali undergoes weight loss, healthy living, tattoo internship and eventually finding her own success all the while shes still RBs #1 fan. Deklan. I loved him. Through the whole book I loved him. He was funny, sexy, smart, and just an overall good guy. I never wanted to punch him; never wanted to tell him to grow up because he had a good head on his shoulders. Even when living his rock star life he was a great guy. Through all the changes would Deklan recognize Ali? Would he even know who she is? What happens when their paths cross again is something neither of them saw coming. Would fate bring them together or will Ali just continue to be their number one fan in the shadows of the concert halls? This isn't your typical Rockstar romance and groupie turned into love of your life read. This was a wonderful read that apparently Im a FAN GIRL of! I cant wait to read the second novel, Fates Mistake.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Angels; Author: Visit Amazon's Karina Halle Page; Review: Oh Javier you're a damn good evil bastard! I love you! This is a gritty, down and dirty, gem of a book. Loved it. I liked Javier in the Artists Trilogy, I didn't think I was capable of loving him but I do. We meet Luisa, the poor girl who unfortunately catches the eye of drug cartel leader and in order to make life better for her family and because if she says no, she might lose her life, she agrees to marry him. Things start off terribly after the I Dos; he begins to hit her and abuse her, rape her, and locking her away. When she discovers her chance at an escape she runs for it. Only she doesnt make it as far as shed hope. Javier Bernals men are keeping an eye on his competition and just imagine their luck when they stumble upon his new bride. After being gagged and bagged, shes taken to meet with Javier. I was excited to see what a kinky and dark guy he was. He and Luisa had a wonderful and hot chemistry. They were destined to be together but when Luisas husband turned down the demand for ransom she realized how much danger her parents were in so she decided to go back. What happens when she goes back? Will Javier just let her go or will he fight for her? Will she ever be free of the drug cartel?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Against All Odds; Author: Visit Amazon's Angie McKeon Page; Review: This one was a 5 star for different reasons for me. It started with Kylie and Cooper already being married, having a baby, and living a good life. Then life being the bitch she is stepped in. Their world was ripped apart and torn into and rather than them healing and repairing; they just continued to step on it, ripping it to its core, and discarding it without a look back. They took what was a devastating loss and turned it into a dark abyss that engulfed not only them but all those that were close to them. See full review at [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hourglass; Author: Visit Amazon's K.S. Smith Page; Review: ARC received from author in exchange for honest review OHEMGEE!! Where do I start? First off let me say I couldn't put this book down. Once I started reading it I had to finish it. I had to know what was going to happen with these characters! Such a fun and great read! Two best friends, a hot guy, and the workplace that sets up for an interesting read, huh. Brooke and Savannah are best friends and Savannah helps Brooke get the job of a lifetime. While best friends share everything most don't share a man, right. Well, at least I can say that Brooke and Savannah didn't know they were sharing a man. Lucas is a heart stopping sexy man who thinks he can have his cake and eat it, too. He met both girls at different times and couldn't make up his douche bag mind which one hed rather have so he thought he could keep both of them and neither would ever have a clue. He woos them both and makes them both believe that hes falling in love with each of them. Savannah and Brooke miss each other but because of the female war fare and cat fights theyve declared on each other neither can actually reach out to the other. So instead they carry on with their dramatics and sabotaging of each others lives until its brought to their attention that Lucas is a player and all around loser. Will the girls call ballgame and end his fun and games or will he be able to convince them that he loves them both and wants to be with them both? There are some awesome plot twists and some hilarious fun times in this book. These fab authors even stole my heart with the mention of my favorite Nascar driver, ever, Dale Earnhardt. This is definitely a book you want to add to your TBR! Be on the lookout for it in July! I absolutely cannot wait to read more from these fabulous girls! Im sure theres going to be a second story, right Kym and Megan????; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Degradation; Author: Visit Amazon's Stylo Fantme Page; Review: ARC received from author for honest review. 5 hot as hell stars! I did not want to put this book down. Once you start it you will want to finish it! Hot, sexy, steamy! Alpha male Jameson will be your next book boyfriend. After a one night stand with her sisters boyfriend, Tatum's life is forever changed! She comes out of her shell and starts living her life, her way, others be damned. Her sexuality was awakened after that night and she immensely enjoys the sex she does have. When she runs into Jameson again after 7 years she's not surprised to find he hasn't changed so much but he's completely taken by surprise by Tatum's changes. He wants her and can offer her the world as long as she doesn't want more than just that. But can either of them deny the attraction and the chemistry between them? Can they fight the closeness they unexpectedly find? This is a dynamic, sexy, and hot read. There is a cliffhanger but the book is totally worth it. I absolutely cannot wait to read the next book in the series!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reckless; Author: Visit Amazon's Priscilla West Page; Review: Reckless Priscilla West 4 Stars Arc provided by author for honest review: This book was definitely a surprise. I was expecting some basic rock star falls in love with the backstage groupie that usually appear in rock star books, but was pleasantly pleased to see that this wasn't the case. Riley... is a spitfire who takes no crap. She had a ugly past relationship with a complete ass. But once she was in a relationship with Jax, she reverted back to her old paranoid and bossy self. She became very pushy wanting him to talk about himself, his past, and what was bothering him and caused him to lash out and try to pull away. Which from the beginning of the book to this point she didn't take anything from anybody and then all of a sudden she morphed into whiny and pushy girlfriend mode. I absolutely adored Jax, wish I could have heard his voice , for real, because the one in my head was HAWT. He was a total manwhore before Riley walked into his life. Once she boarded his tour bus as their new accountant , although he had no clue when he first met her, he didn't even look at another woman. You know what I LOVED most about this book? Not once did the author write in a crazy cheating scene; or have some huge argument or misunderstanding; nor did she have some groupie messing with her man or relationship. Jax, too has a s****y past that he has a hard time sharing with her. I will most definitely continue to read more from Priscilla West.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wished Away: (A Broken Fairy Tale) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's S.P. Cervantes Page; Review: Wished Away SP Cervantes ***** - 5 stars So, I want to give this book a billion stars plus infinity. Its that wonderful. I absolutely love this series. Its about a close knit group of friends whove grown up together, found love together, and experienced life together. This series is about family, fun, love, and hope. Its also sexy as hell and very emotional. When you read this book you will feel. You will feel joy, pain, hurt, happiness, sadness, but mostly you will feel hope and love. This is the story that will grab you by the heart and hold on til the end. Even after you finish this book, you will think about it. We get to catch up with Cam and Holden, Joey, and Jess and Dave. We get to see how their lives have changed since Dust to Dust finished. There is tragedy but theres hope, theres second chances at living. Theres grief, pain, and hurt but someone comes along and wishes away that pain and eventually that wish becomes real and the pain seems to dissipate some. When something so dark and ugly happens to you, you have to look for the rainbows and butterflies to make living a little easier. Do you believe theres more than that one soul mate out there? Can you imagine finding the greatest love of your life for a second time? I actually messaged SP Cervantes while reading this and told her how much I loved it; how much I was feeling it. There are only a few other books out there that have touched me this way so its on a very short list. I am so honored that I was given the chance to read Wished Away and review it for you. Granted, I didn't say a whole lot about the story because this one that you need to read for yourself and fall in love with. I promise you will. Book provider by Wordsmith Publicity in exchange for honest review. Favorite Quotes just a few, there are too many : Remember, you have to look for the butterflies and rainbows, and sometimes it takes longer for them to appear. Kindle Location 1882 You are my m*****f***ing fairy tale. Kindle Location 2776 Hes the plaster for your cracks, Jess. Dont let him get away. Kindle Location 3078; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Because the Night: The Night Songs Collection; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristen Strassel Page; Review: So, Ive never been one to read PNR but Autumn keeps offering me these that I just cant resist. Im so glad she offered me this one because it was so worth it. I mean take this one for example. It has sex, drugs, rock n roll, Las Vegas, and lust. What could be any better than that?? Have you ever thought about what it would be like if vampires were real? How could we co-exist? What would their world be like? Their world would be just like this book. Night time partying, drinking, sex, and a lot of blood sucking. So Callie was a nave innocent when the story starts. Shes gone off to Las Vegas to find her long ago lost boyfriend. They grew up together as neighbors and as best friends then as a couple until one night Tristan just disappeared. Then when the world came to learn that vampires exist, Callie found Tristan; he was lead singer for a vampire rock n roll band and was a member of the undead. Callie just couldn't make herself believe it so she goes to Vegas to find him and hopefully dispel those rumors. Before Callie could get to Tristan and to the bottom of what was going on she met Blade. I loved Blade, hard! Blade was human and they had instant attraction. They seen each other on and off but when she was finally able to meet with Tristan all her old feelings came back plus more. She was pulled to Tristan by more than their past; maybe it was the intrigue of him being a vampire or maybe it was just the chemistry. When Tristan was turned 4 years ago he was dealing with his own demons but once he was turned those demons were exacerbated. Callie thinks she can help Tristan with his issues but will Tristan want her help? Tristan and Blade have their own turbulent history with one another yet Callie thought she could keep both guys in her life and everyone would be okay with it. Well, Blade was the loser in that game. Callie hurt him badly and in turn he was made to pay for her choices. Throughout the story Callie is faced with having to make some tough decisions and if she makes the wrong ones, it affects the people closest to her. This story has a True Blood (HBO Version) feel to it. The sex, the euphoria, the drugs, its all very reminiscent of True Blood and it helped me visualize a lot of what took place in the book. Ms. Strassel added some intriguing twists to what weve grown to know and love about vampires through books and shows. She took the blood sucking to a whole new level with blood lust. I loved Twilight and all it entailed and I love the Sookie Stackhouse series and HBO show, True Blood, and now I have to say I love this series. The book ended with a WTF cliffhanger. I cannot wait to read the rest of this series to; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Second Chance Ranch (a Hope Springs novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Cindi Madsen Page; Review: 4 star review When Sadie Hart left Hope Springs, Wyoming to follow her dreams of being a country music singer she left behind her friends, family, and one true love. But when Nashville chewed her up and spit her out she had to go back home to Hope Springs. Royce Dixon was hurt when Sadie chose Nashville and her dreams over him. He left the rodeo circuit to help his dad run the Second Chance Ranch which was started by his dad and mom to help troubled teens. When his dad passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack Royce took over along side his mom and best friend Cory. Royce often thought he'd hear Sadie's sweet voice on the radio but instead 6 years later he saw her back in Hope Springs. She had come home after having her dreams crushed in Nashville. Broke and needing a job and no one in that little town was hiring except the Second Chance Ranch. She never expected to have to come home and ask for her own second chance. But she needed a job and he needs the help. Will he overlook their past and give her a chance at the ranch? Will their love get a second chance as well or was there too much hurt the first time? Will their future get a shot at a first time?? You'll need to read to find out. I'm glad I did. This was a sexy, sweet, and quick read for me. I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope I get to read Cory's story next! ARC provided by Wordsmith Publicity for an honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Burying Water: A Novel (The Burying Water Series); Author: Visit Amazon's K.A. Tucker Page; Review: Burying Water by KA Tucker 4 star review We start with Water's present first person pov and alternate with Jesse's past first person pov. So you know somewhere in the intricately woven web they are connected. But how? We know the beginning and we think we know the end but what about all that in between? Let's find out! Present - Jane When "Jane" awakens in a hospital she has no clue who she is, where she's at, nor what happened to her to put her there. Found brutally beaten, raped, and left for dead there is only one thing to identify her - the Water symbol tattoo on her side. Seeing that after months in the hospital she still doesn't know anymore than she did, the sheriff and his wife, Dr. Welles talk their elderly and eccentric neighbor, Ginny, into letting Jane stay with her. Ginny is a lot smarter than she ever lets on. She offers almost a comedic relief at certain points and is really refreshing. Jane can't get her license or a job until she changes her name. She can't go by Jane Doe forever. So, only with inspiration of her tattoo to go by she changes her name to Water. Between Ginny, the Welles, their daughter Amber and their son Jesse, they help take care of Water, get her settled in, and help restart her life. She senses something familiar about Jesse but doesn't voice it. She feels strangely safe with him but doesn't know why. Maybe he reminds her of someone that was close to her in her old life. Past - Jesse Jesse is the sheriff and doctors son. He's always been in trouble and on the wrong side of the law. Being the sheriffs son isn't an easy thing. He loves muscle cars and works hard in order to save and get one. He's trying to change his life and stay out of trouble. Or he was, rather. Jesse stops to help a stranded motorist on the side of the road. She asks him an in depth question, kisses him, and then leaves. A few weeks later he sees her at a club. With her Russian Mob husband. He learns her name is Alex, she's mistreated, abused, and cheated on. Made to look like a trophy wife. You can feel the Sparks between Alex and Jesse and although it's forbidden you can sense Jesse's feelings growing stronger and stronger with every encounter. This can't lead to anything good, can it. The story telling and the timing of this book are so well done. The dancing between present and past is done so smoothly. I couldn't tear myself away from it. I had to know what happened. I needed to see for myself that Water was going to be okay. Was she? I don't know how anyone who experienced what she experienced can ever be okay. This is a story of second chances. Picking yourself up from the pits of hell and making a brand new start. Not everyone gets that chance but when you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fate's Love; Author: Visit Amazon's L A Cotton Page; Review: Fate's Love L.A. Cotton 4 stars Fate's Love is a wonderful story about 2nd and even 3rd and 4th chances. It just proves that when something's meant to be - time nor distance can prevent it. Livy first met Ethan at 17. One kiss and she had fallen for him but she had to walk away. See, she has her life all planned out but there's no room for a boyfriend or a life. She's had experiences in her past that makes her believe that love is nothing but a myth. Fate wants to show her differently. Over the course of several more years Ethan and Livy continue to run into one another. There's always a pull and chemistry. There's always a situation that presents itself to show her that she and Ethan belong together. Yet she can't see the forest for trees. Unfortunately, something happens that catches Livy's attention and shows her what a sad existence she's living in. But is it too late? Has Fate decided to step back and let Livy make her own choices? How many times must Fate say "hello ~~ this is your life and your soulmate - take it"?? Will Ethan still be there for her and love her despite all her runnings and throwing her own obstacles at them? Or has he moved on? Read Fate's Love and see for yourself. You won't regret it. I absolutely adored this story. I cried a little and I yelled a little. I can't wait to read more from Ms. Cotton.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Letting Go: A Novel (Thatch); Author: Visit Amazon's Molly McAdams Page; Review: Letting Go - Molly McAdams 4 stars Reviewed for Stories and Swag! Book Blog I adore Molly McAdams and her writing. She's a way of pulling us in, tearing out our hearts, and then slowly she puts us back together. This story, however, had a different effect on me. Did I love it? Absolutely. Did I cry? Nope, not one time. Did my heart strings get pulled? Not so much. However, I was fully enthralled with this book. Grey loses the love of her life, Ben, 3 days before her wedding. She is incapable of moving on in her life. If it wasn't for their lifelong best friend, Jagger, she wouldn't have survived the two years following Ben's death. Jagger was with her daily, keeping her going, letting her cry, giving her a shoulder, just being there. Jagger, who in my opinion is one of the most selfless book boyfriends I've met. He's always loved Grey. He's always been her rock, her protector, her friend, and her confidante. He's always kept his feelings to himself, so he thought, so not to hurt his best friends or come between their relationship. He often dreamed and thought of being able to make Grey his and finally after years of taking the high road, being the good friend, and allowing Grey to grieve Ben for two years he finally told her how he feels. He's in love with her. Has been since he was 13 years old. Hell, he still has the note to prove it. Jagger and Grey both continuously deal with the guilt they both feel over their relationship. Jagger because he's always loved her and Grey because she feels like maybe she's cheating on Ben. There are a lot of revelations throughout the book. We meet each member of Jagger's and Grey's families. We see true and real emotions. Once all the secrets are revealed you understand more of why some of the family members treat Grey like they do; why they questioned her moving on and finding love elsewhere. This is a story of moving on and letting go. Grey embodies true heartbreak and pain but she's able to move on from that and let go of the relationship she thought she had with Ben to move forward with the real true love of her life, Jagger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Truth in Wildflowers (Truth Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Kimberly Rose Page; Review: What a phenomenal read! The writing, the prose, the plot. All of it. Just absolutely wonderful. This book has a serious YA undertone to it but there's also comical relief to it. I am so honored that Autumn at WordSmith Publicity gave me a chance to read it. Kenzie has had a hard time. She lost her v-card at 15 to her boyfriend of six months only to have him break up with her two weeks later. She was confused by his behavior and took it so personally like a normal 15 year old would do. So with that heart ache and the fact that her daddy left her behind for a ready made family she just went wild. Drinking, partying, and having a lot of sex. Til one night she couldn't remember....since then there's been no one else. She's hidden herself and her heart from the world. If the world can't see her, she can't get hurt. August, my sweet and sexy August. He's been through hell. After a tragic and life altering accident he didn't know how to live. He suffered such guilt, pain, and hurt. He can't seem to leave the past or the pain behind. Until he meets Kensie. Neither one of them knows what's in store for them after their first electrifying encounter. The chemistry and the attraction is off the charts. The only thing that each of them knows is that they had never felt more alive than when they were around each other. After another chance encounter where Kensie finds out August is one her best friends, Capri's, brother they are constantly in each other's circle. As much time as they spend together, working at the same youth center and hanging out neither of them comes clean about their pasts right away. Neither knows why the other feels like a dandelion alone on a hill. Eventually those truths come to light and those truths can either be the sunlight and rain it needs to bloom into a beautiful wildflower or they can be the drought that kills it. Kensie is a tough young lady who has overcome herself but can she overcome the pain that made her that way? And beautiful August, is he able to let go of the guilt and pain that's made him lifeless, just a shell of the man he could become? This is a very beautiful and sweet story of overcoming the ugly fields of doubt and pain and turning them into beautiful fields of hopes and dreams. Like any garden it takes hard work, perseverance, love, time, and patience to see the end results. I think you'll love the end results. I love each of the characters of this book, from Kensie and August to Lennon, the crazy bff to Capri, the other bff and Augusts sister, to Wes, Augusts hilarious and hot tattoo artist best friend. I hope beyond hope Wes gets his own book! He's the typical funny guy who deserves a real chance at love. Book provided by WordSmith Publicity for honest review. Favorite Quotes: You're; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 53 Letters For My Lover (Original); Author: Visit Amazon's Leylah Attar Page; Review: 53 Letters for My Lover 4 stars. Cheating in books had never really bothered me. The cheating in this book didn't bother me, instead I was intrigued by it. I've known many marriages that lasted 3 decades or more but to know that love outside of a marriage could last that long just blew my mind. Shayda was born in Iran and in order to give her a better life she moved to Canada to live with her aunt. Her aunt arranges for Shayda to meet Hafez. Both are very young and really have no say so in the arranged marriage that is set up for them. So they're married, living with Hafez parents, struggling for a future, when Shayda finds a job with a realtor, Bob. Because of her job and Bobs family Shayda is introduced to Troy Heathgate. I don't want to give out any spoilers but I will tell you this. It took Shayda a long time to admit she had feelings for Troy. She loves her husband, Hafez, but she also loves Troy. She's human and humans make mistakes. There are many mistakes made by all the main characters in this book. But that's to be expected; everyone is so young when the book starts. When reading 53 Letters you won't a hate a single character. You won't root for one against the other. You will feel for Shayda and you will feel what she feels. You will know her hurt and her pain and her heart. I'm not going to reveal the ending of the book but you will see everything come full circle. You will enjoy this book immensely if you're not turned off by the cheating. Keep in mind it was an arranged marriage and not a marriage of love to begin. Review done for Stories and Swag; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Lurks in the Dark: What Lurks in the Dark; Author: Visit Amazon's J. L. Drake Page; Review: What Lurks in the Dark - JL Drake 4 stars So normally I don't read the thriller/suspense books but this book - oh my! But after I started it I just couldn't put it down (I really needed to); I had to know what was coming next. This is Jodi's first novel and she certainly gets it. The plot was constantly moving along with twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. Along with the suspense and the thriller side of it there's also a touch of angst because of all the "Yep that's not happening tonight" for Seth and Emily but it keeps the storyline flowing. So, I hear tell there's a second book to come and I can't wait for it! Great first novel Ms. Drake!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Starless Nights (Hale Brothers Series) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Kathryn Andrews Page; Review: Starless Nights - Kathryn Andrews 5 stars I first fell in love with Beau in Drops of Rain. I didn't think it was possible to love him more than Drew but I do believe I do. Nor did I think Ms Andrews could top Drops of Rain, but she did. We know quite a bit going in about what happened with Beau and his dad. Why and how his dad was arrested and what all the boys went through. We loved all his crazy little facts in DoR and he wouldn't be Beau without them now. He's damaged and hurt and full of pain and to be able to watch him grow from all of that and become more an outstanding young man, truly made me smile. Leila is the one for Beau. Their chemistry and need for each other knows no bounds. But for every time they got close they took 2 steps back. I literally talked to them and asked why they were being so difficult; making life difficult. Why?? I wanted to know. Their story is one for us to learn from. Keep those lines of communication open. Always always ask each other questions and talk about what's going on. I also loved watching Beau and Leila grow together; from the very beginning to the truths that Beaus mom reveals and to the last chapter we catch a sneak peek of Matts book. I was so invested. I felt every single emotion, every tear, and every hurt. Thank you Kathryn Andrews for writing such wonderful emotion evoking books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Mirror; Author: Visit Amazon's Kaira Rouda Page; Review: In the Mirror - Kaira Rouda 5 stars Let me start by saying this - Cancer sucks. I've worked with cancer patients for 6 years. It is an ugly, debilitating, life changing disease. Not just the patients life but every single person they come in contact with. This story is a very emotional, true to life read. Jennifer, our heroine, had been diagnosed. She's also tried everything imaginable including moving into a facility for around the clock care. Sure, her husband drops in for a few minutes, the kids when dad has time to bring them, her mom when she's not out being a socialite. But it's lonely. Thank God for Ralph, her neighbor, who has just a few weeks to live. Cancer is hard enough to read about I can't imagine revolving a whole book around it. It's an eye opener. What you do? Would you throw a celebration of life party or would you just die and have a funeral? Would you keep trying and trying no matter what the drugs did to just in hopes of maybe finding a cure? We all handle things differently. I'm sure the real life Jennifer would question some of the things she did but then again, maybe not. Would you? Book provided by WordSmith Publicity for honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All The Difference; Author: Visit Amazon's Kaira Rouda Page; Review: All the Difference by Kaira Rouda 4 stars I'm not a big fan of suspense novels but Kaira just tells the most wonderful stories and her story telling just gets better and better. We find ourselves in the middle of the lives of three women who only have two men in common. That's it. A waitress, a TV reporter, and a house wife. With a lot of "whodunnit" and the twist of the storylines this is a really well written book. From adultery and deceit to jealousy and murder this book has it all. I was instantly drawn into the "oh no, who did it" of the book. It's definitely a story that shows you that each choice you make has a consequence and that each choice makes All The Difference. And not just in your life but those around you. I'm aging myself here but this could be tv program like Knots Landing. The precursor to Desperate Housewives, in my opinion. Book provided by WordSmith Publicity for honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All I Want (Alabama Summer) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J Daniels Page; Review: All I Want by J.Daniels 4 stars Tessa is a kick ass, smart mouth, call you out heroine. She will always say what's on her mind and if you don't like it - oh well. Sure, she has a very girly vulnerable side and she wants a happily ever after but who doesn't? She meets Luke through her brother Ben, whom we fell in love with in Where I Belong. She and Luke have an undeniable chemistry but when she sees he's not emotionally available she walks away. Even after a year later Tessa is still bombarding his life. He doesn't know how to just get over her. The chemistry and hotness is off the charts! They really are meant to be but both are so damn stubborn it's just unreal. I literally yelled at my poor Kindle bc these two were dancing on my final nerve. The hate sex and the I want you, Nope I hate you was phenomenally written. Watching them grow emotionally and character wise was wonderful, which is Ms. Daniels style. She will pull you in and hold you there til she's said all she wants to say. Loved catching up with Ben and Mia and definitely can't wait to see what happens next in Ruxton! Reviewed for Stories and Swag!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Here, Home, Hope; Author: Visit Amazon's Kaira Rouda Page; Review: Here, Home, Hope by Kaira Rouda 4 stars We all make sacrifices for our children, our spouses, and our jobs. When Kelly begins questioning how she can live to be happy, live in the moment we begin to see what happens to all of us. She's lost her passion and gusto and wishes to find it again. She wants to take back the part of her she's neglected for so long. Her happiness. She develops a midlife makeover. No more gaining weight while the kids are at camp, Nope - she's gonna make a career change. She makes her own little post it note reminders of little things she wants to change, to do, in life. Will Kelly succeed in making her life her own? Will she meet all the challenges she's presented herself? This is a light, humorous read but it also touches on some more serious matters. This story will touch women of all ages, no matter whether you're happy where you're at in life or if you're do for a midlife makeover. Book provided by WordSmith Publicity for honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heart of a Dove; Author: Visit Amazon's Abbie Williams Page; Review: Heart of a Dove - Abbie Williams 5 beautiful stars. You know every now and then you just need to dive into a great historical read. I haven't read anything by Abbie Williams before but when this book was offered I jumped on the chance. Having been in a reading and reviewing slump I opened this one and was transported back 140+ years. Lorie Blake was raised as a lady but sure enjoyed being with her dad and brothers and doing "boy" things. She had a loving family and was left all alone after losing them to the Civil War. With no family to speak of a neighbor took Lorie in and then sent her to another family who in turn gambled her away to a whorehouse. 3 years went by and in that time she lost her virginity, almost killed, and lost her will to fight. She'd given up on ever getting away from Ginny and the evil ways of the whorehouse. Let me stop right there and tell you - the writing here is so descriptive. I lived it with Lorie. I hurt with her, I cried with her, I fought with her. You can see the dirt roads, the stage coach, the swaying skirts and parasols. When you read this you will live it. Okay so Lorie has been there three years and has succumbed to her new way of life. Well whether by fate or good luck a man, Gus, who visits her at the whorehouse and after using her for her services begins to ask questions. Low and behold he knew her father in the war and lived not too far from them in Tennessee. Feeling distraught that he's just used her and knowing her father saved his life once he must now remove her from the situation. Like I said, the writing is superb. I could see everything Lorie, Gus, Boyd, Sawyer and Malcolm were seeing and experiencing. The descriptions and adjectives along with the narrative were just so captivating. While on the trail she becomes the sister to Boyd and Malcolm while she secretly was falling for Sawyer and he for her. Well you know there's always a catch. In Heart of a Dove, it's no different. Sawyer made a choice and they both have to live with the pain and consequences of his choice. This is extremely painful and difficult but it's so wonderfully written that you live with them. This is definitely a book about second chances; for Lorie, Sawyer, and Gus. It's an epic love story of heartache, hard times, and true love. There's something wonderful about reading a historical romance and mix in just a touch of Irish folklore and Magic and I am a super happy reader! Now there's a second book coming out in 2015. I hope I can get my little hands on it as soon as it's released! Thank you Abbie Williams for this wonderful wonderful series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Jar of Hearts: A Broken Fairy Tale (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's S.P. Cervantes Page; Review: His Jar of Hearts by SP Cervantes 5 end of series stars I've read this whole series from the beginning and I've learned things about myself while reading it. I've learned that love is living, friendships can last for forever if you help nurture them and help them grow, and I've learned that we all need a little plaster in our lives. Read this series and you'll understand. I've watched Cam and Holden, once high school sweethearts, break up and get back together many years later. I watched Dave die and Jess mourn but also learn to love again. Now, in His Jar of Hearts, I get to watch my book husband, Joey, the fire fighter playboy find his one true love. Joey McMillan is the epitome of a player. He's sexy, well built, with blonde hair and blue eyes, tats, and has an arrogance about him. He doesn't do relationships. He loves em and leaves em. Though it's getting more and more difficult in their little town to someone he hasn't slept with. " I'm Joey Fucking McMillan. I don't get excited over a girl." For years it's just been him and the gang, the Goodfellas, and even though Jess' cousin, Kat, has been around the circle, she was never really in the circle. Sure, she was included but not an original. Joey's always flirted and stolen little moments with Kat but it can never be anything more. He's thought about more but he's not ready and Kat's definitely not the loving and leaving kind. He knows with just the right touch and he will be hooked. Joey doesn't do hooked. Since Dave died, though, Joey's outlook on life has changed a bit. He's grown up and started seeing that maybe he should settle down. Can he convince Kat that he's serious and can hold a meaningful relationship? Or will she ever be able to trust a man with a past like his? "She knows all the ugly about me. Now all I have to show her is the good. It's a little dusty, but it's there." Kat had always loved flirting and messing with Joe but she vowed a long long time ago she would never be a notch in his bedpost or another heart in His Jar of Hearts. She's finally broken things off with that douchebag Kevin but he keeps coming around and she keeps going back. She wants to find someone to give her a reason not to go back to Kevin. Could Joey possibly be that guy? "I've never wanted to be Joey McMillan's one night stand. I've only ever wanted to be his happily ever after." Joey finally breaks down one night after a couple glasses of wine and a Game of Thrones episode and asks her out. Kat isn't so sure what she should say bc she doesn't want him to think if she says yes that means he can get her into the bed. "I don't know, Joey. I'm afraid if we cross that line, things with us will never be the same; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love So Hot (The Lawson Brothers) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Marquita Valentine Page; Review: Sydney McKnight is the epitome of book girlfriend. She's gorgeous, funny, smart-mouthed, and feisty. She has to be one of my favorite girls! She's been Brody Lawson's best friend for 20+ years but has recently realized she's in love with him. Tired of being looked at as his best friend and buddy she's decided, along with his ex-girlfriend, Cherry, that she's going to bid on him at the fireman's banquet and auction. Brody Lawson is Jessamine's Fire Chief and Sydney's best friend. He's taken completely by surprise when she bids on him at the auction. When he confronts her about it she lies and tells him she bid on him so he could teach her how to seduce another guy. Well, he's pretty sure he's going to teach her how to seduce him and only him and she will never want anyone else because he's in love with her and has been for years. While he's teaching her how to seduce another guy what happens between them definitely crosses the friendship lines. Will they ever give in and tell each other how they really feel or will they keep their feelings hidden and move on with other people? You'll have to read and see! Book provided by author for honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love So True (The Lawson Brothers) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Marquita Valentine Page; Review: Lucas Lawson has done his time. Paid his price. After being locked up for 5 years for embezzlement he's come back home to Jessamine. He still has a lot to make up for to the citizens he stole from. "Lucas knew he couldn't erase what he'd done to the people of Jessamine..." Bailey Yates has a thing for the bad boy and Lucas fits that description to a T. She's a full time single mom and manages her family's diner. She's there when Lucas finally makes his way back home and notices that just maybe Lucas has changed his ways. "Yes Lucas has done wrong while she had been done wrong, but it still hurt the same - no matter who was to blame." Being a felon Lucas has a hard time finding a job only to have Bailey offer him one at the diner. He takes it and begins to make amends for his past sins. He and Bailey become closer and start having feelings for each other. They both know they want each other but what about their histories? Will Lucas be able to overcome his prison record and past? Bailey had Leo, her son, out of wedlock and the father ran off; can she overcome that, as well?? "My point is that not you're defined by your past. You're not even the same guy anymore " This book is about letting the past go, second chances, and looking forward to the future. "Believe it. Here I am. All of me - the good, the bad....you know everything. I'm yours. Truly yours. " I absolutely loved this story. The banter and snarkiness from both Lucas and Bailey is so real and true to life. The chemistry and sexiness off the charts. "Thanks but you've been in prison for the past five years, so your judgement about what's gorgeous is a little questionable." I can't wait to keep tabs on them in the next books!! Although, I'm pretty sure Masons book may bring a tear to my eye.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Picking up the Pieces; Author: Visit Amazon's Shelby Reeves Page; Review: I was lucky enough to receive an ARC from Shelby. I cant really put into words what I felt when I read this book. For this to be her debut novel, it absolutely blew me away. I started on page one and was completely taken in. I breathed every breath these characters took, I felt every feeling. Kaylee has not had the best childhood. Her father was murdered, her mother blamed her and shut her out. She basically had to finish raising herself. All she had in life was her bestie Alexis and her all star boyfriend, Riley. Unfortunately for Kaylee, Riley decided to start letting his true self show. He became verbally and physically abusive. Alexis was very anti-Riley and tried to get Kaylee to see the light but will Kaylee get tired of the craziness or will she stay because she thinks that no one else will love her or want her? Insert Adam. Hes an all around good guy, raised well with two loving parents. Hes trying his best to get to Kaylee and show her how a guy is suppose to treat a girl. He becomes her knight in shining armor and rescues her from the folly that is her life. This book will keep you on your toes. Theres suspense, love, a touch of angst, and lot of great writing. I cant wait to read the rest of the series which I know there will be because this one does end with a cliffhanger. Will she see that Adam is the right guy? Will she let him get close enough to show her how love and relationships are meant to be?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Amarillo: A Neon Dreams Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Caisey Quinn Page; Review: Leaving Amarillo - Caisey Quinn 5 stars I first thought this was going to be a story of friends pursuing their dreams of finding fame and fortune. Instead what I got was a story of love and learning to let go. Dixie and Dallas lost their parents at a very young age and went to live with their grandparents. On the day of their parents funeral they met, Gavin, who wanted to break s*** and eventually became their best friend. Dixie was away in Houston at a prestigious music school when her grandfather had a heart attack and she had to move back home. Of course, she's fine with leaving school behind because it was more about studying music than playing music. "I'm lace and daisies and a fiddle on my grandparents back porch. Dirt roads and dandelions...." Gavin, the tall, dark, sexy, and tatted drummer of Leaving Amarillo, the band he's in with Dixie and Dallas. Growing up Gavin had a very hard life but being with Dallas and Dixie and their grandparents made up, somewhat, for his lack of a mother and a childhood. He owed them so much - to the point where he'd made promises he might not be able to keep. "I can only deny myself so many things, Bluebird." Dixie has been in love with Gavin for as long as she's known him and now that they're touring together she's not so sure she can keep her feelings to herself. Gavin is trying his damnedest to keep Dixie at arms length but she's really trying him and his patience. She knows now that she wants him more than anything, and she's letting him know, but all she's asking for is one night. Gavin is torn between promises made as a child and the feelings he has as a man. "Sometimes pain is a good thing, Gavin..... Sometimes it's the only way to make sure you're still alive." Gavin wants what's best for Dixie and Dallas and they each want what's best for the other two. They've never really lived without each other but new opportunities are the horizon for all three. How will they handle all the changes? Will the band survive the new circumstances? Will Dallas finally allow Dixie to grow up and make her own choices? We all know it's very difficult to make it big in the music business but it's even harder when you don't know whom to trust. "I feel the weight of time passing, slipping through my fingers faster than I can hold on to it." Dixie, Dallas, and Gavin all learn that letting go is the hardest part of loving someone. Caisey Quinn has written another can't put down, leave you wanting more, sweet baby Jesus that's hot book! I couldn't put it down. I really need more of the Trio. I'm especially excited to read more about Dallas and see what he's up to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love So Irresistible (The Lawson Brothers) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Marquita Valentine Page; Review: Mason Lawson doesnt need family, friends, or any help. He came back from the war a different person than when he left. Hes a broken Navy SEAL and has injuries beyond the ones you see. His family is trying to work their way back into his life but hes not moving. He feels as though hes a burden and doesnt want to task his family with taking care of him. He is a pain, an ass, and Grumpy Cat is his spirit animal. He stole my heart from the very beginning. He likes living in solitude and does until the newest member of Jessamine moves in next door and opens her house as a music studio of sorts. She is teaching, or trying to teach, the students of Jessamine how to play musical instruments. Skylar Jernigan has moved around most of her life. She found Jessamine and loved it enough to put down roots. She bought her house and put her music degree to good use and opened her house as a music studio to teach the students of Jessamine. She would often see Mason walking around his yard with Bomber his service dog and best friend. Skylar is a very intriguing character. She gives Mason back just what he gives her. She isn't easily dissuaded or deterred. Shes smart, funny, classy, and a bit smart-assy. She may be my favorite heroine of Marquitas to date. I absolutely loved her. She and Mason sort of have a quid pro quo thing going on at first. She helped him so he repays the debt by doing something for her. She just wants a thank you and maybe a not so grumpy neighbor and he just wants to be left alone but luckily enough for him, Skylar is pretty hard headed and is intent on getting to know him. With a little help from one of those McCoy sisters could there be more than friendship on the horizon for Mason and Skylar? Will Mason acknowledge his neighbor and allow her to get to know him or would he rather be a crotchety old jack ass and stay on his side of the property line? Can Skylar get through his thick skull and show him that people can and do care about him? Will Mason ever be able to forgive himself for the war atrocities that he seen and took part in? Love So Irresistible is a wonderful tale of second chances at life and love. Marquita handled the PTSD storyline with care. Its a very troubling problem that our veterans have to deal with and it was handled beautifully and not over done or overly sexy like some books make it to be. Much like most of her other books you will laugh, love, and cry with this one, as well. You feel what Skylar feels and you laugh at Masons stupidness; hes really the best. I didn't think Id fall as hard for this Lawson brother as I did the others but I did. Masons struggling with life really called to me, it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Influence; Author: Visit Amazon's L.B. Simmons Page; Review: The prologue that prologue had me hook, line, and sinker. I knew I wouldnt be able to set this book aside until I was finished with it. What I didn't know was that it was going to haunt me for days after I finished it. The writing, the storyline, the characters. THE FEELS! This book put my heart in a vice like grip and held on til the end. Dalton had a rough rough childhood. He bounced from foster home to foster home until he finally found a home of sorts with Spencer and her mother. Upon their first meeting, which we get both POVs of, they had a connection that bound them for life. Their connection was the best thing Dalton had going for him. He began being an errand boy for Silas Kincaid, the local mobster, which eventually grew into more and led to Dalton leading a secret life that only his friend, Rat, knew about. It took him to different places, had him involved in very dangerous and deadly situations. Spencer has loved Dalton since she was a young girl, she felt that connection on their first encounter. She often wondered where Dalton went and what he was doing when he would disappear for days. She always wanted more with him but knew that he didn't feel the same about her. Her best friend decided the best way to test that theory was to set Spencer up on her first date. That first date has to be the worst in first date history. Dalton stalked her and then almost pummeled the life out of the boy. He needed it, but thats beside the point. The point is he didn't like her being with another guy so he decided to stalk her and when given the chance he took out the other guy. When push came to shove Dalton kind of proved that he had feelings for Spence but she needed more. She pushed him beyond his comfort zone and they both finally admitted their feelings for one another and Dalton let her in on his secret life. With the truth and the secrets revealed they are connected on a much deeper level; one feels the others darkness, pain, and helplessness. Under tragic circumstances Dalton realizes he needs to leave the secret life behind but is unsure of how to bring that to fruition. The one thing he does know is that he has to keep Spencer and her mother safe. It takes drastic measures and quite a few years but Dalton has to do whats best for Spencer. Will Spencer overlook the past secrets and the private life or will she walk away from the one that helps her to breathe? Will time be kind to them or will it pull them apart? I highly suggest that you read to find out the answer to my questions. You will not be disappointed. Ive loved Ms. Simmons writing for a long time now and this book, this fantastic 5 star read, is probably a close tie for my favorite read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Loving Dallas: A Neon Dreams Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Caisey Quinn Page; Review: Loving Dallas Caisey Quinn 5 Stars We met Dallas in Leaving Amarillo and we loved him, right? He was the overprotective big brother who loved fiercely, was extremely loyal, and had big dreams. We pick up with Dallas getting a shot at making those dreams come true, hes going on the Midnight Bay tour with Jase Wade. Hes actually touring, singing, and making a name for himself. Yet, he has reservations about losing his identity and not being the Dallas Walker Lark that his grandparents loved. He doesnt want to become unrecognizable to his faithful followers nor to himself. Robyn Breeland was Dallas first love. She was also the one who broke his heart, stomped it to pieces, and handed back to him. She walked away just as he was getting ready to take his band on a tri-state summer time tour. She didn't give him a reason just said she had to do what was best for her. But was it what was best for her? Maybe so, she finished school and was working at one of the biggest bourbon companies in the world, Midnight Bay. She was newly promoted to head the campaign for the Midnight Bay concert tour featuring Jase Wade and newcomer Dallas Walker. Can two adults with the history these two have live in harmony while touring around the United States? Dallas and Robyn come to an agreement that they are both adults, the past is the past, and they will stay out of the others way. Wait, what?? Im sure they thought that would work out great for the first few minutes but when you have that love of a lifetime, can you do that? Can you really act like theres no history there? When the attraction and sexual tension is as electric as it is between these two you cant just put it on the back burner. It burns a flaming blue, is strong and intense and just pulls them together. So since neither of them can actually have a relationship right now they decide to do the next best thing - friends with benefits that no one can know about, especially Midnight Bay and Mandy, Dallas femme fatale manager. Can they actually be friends with benefits or will too many feelings bubble up from the recesses of the past and take over their hearts? Will they be able to make it work or will the lights, the fame, and the touring end their relationship before they even get it off the ground? Robyn knows why she walked away from Dallas all the years ago, so he could live out his dream. She didn't want to be the reason he stayed behind and walked away from his career because thats the kind of person Dallas is; He will give up his happiness to ensure someone elses. So when Robyn is faced yet again with giving Dallas news that will possibly end his dreams, will she tell him or will she keep it all to herself to make sure hes happy and fulfilling his dreams of; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as Told by Christian (Fifty Shades of Grey Series); Author: Visit Amazon's E L James Page; Review: Grey by E.L. James 5 stars As most of us are aware, Grey is Christians POV of Fifty Shades of Grey. It does tell us a lot about him that we may not have actually seen when we were swept away in our first and maybe even second reading. We are able to finally get in his head and hear his thoughts. Not gonna lie, some of them were a bit much, but he is Christian and he is fifty shades, right. From the first time he sees Ana when she falls into his office to that last good bye we were privy to the private world of Christian Grey. Some of the thoughts were purely erotic and some of them were refreshing, he couldn't get enough of Ana, wanted to simply be in her presence. The moments when WE knew he was in love and he didn't were some of my favorite. He's a force to be reckoned with and according to Mr. Grey, Ana held her ground. Some people complained that this was just a repeat of FSOG - well, duh, it's his POV of those moments. I, for one, was ecstatic to know what he was feeling and how he was handling different things, learning what he was doing when FSOG was focused on Ana, what he was doing in the background, ya know. I wasn't disappointed or let down. I sincerely hope Ms. James continues to finish out the series from CG's point of view.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chasing River: A Novel (The Burying Water Series); Author: Visit Amazon's K.A. Tucker Page; Review: CHASING RIVER BY K.A. TUCKER 5 STARS This is the third book in the Chasing Series by K.A. Tucker and, by far, my absolute favorite. The writing, the history, and the story line are so perfectly woven together. The characters are so well written and complete. I absolutely loved this book. Amber Welles has worked extra hours at the hospital to save up to go on her trip around the world. She started in Canada and worked her way to Ireland. While working on crossing items off her own bucket list she gets caught in the crossfire of old time Ireland issue. River Delaney is just trying to lie as low as he can, keep up the pub that has been handed down through the generations, and keep his brothers out of trouble. Hes just a good guy with a good heart who happens to be in the right place at the right time. He notices Amber just as shes about to be injured so he does the only thing a good man can do, he saves her. Theyre literally from opposite sides of the world and raised completely different. Amber is a live life by the rules kind of girl. Her daddy was a sheriff after all and shes always been a stickler for following the fine line of the law. River, well hes had a different upbringing, for sure. He, his da, and uncles have all been a part of the IRA, not the radical and dangerous part of the organization but when he learned his brother is a part of the dangerous side, he does all he can to protect him, including breaking the laws that Amber holds so dear. What happens when she learns the truth about River and his family? Will she be able to overlook the fact that breaking the law means keeping loved ones safe? She and River are just what each other needs but with the distance, the lies, and the secrets tend to complicate matters. Will they be able to overcome all of the issues for true love? ARC provided in exchange for honest review. Reviewed for Stories and Swag Book Blog.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love So Tempting (The Lawson Brothers) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Marquita Valentine Page; Review: Love So Tempting, The Lawson Brothers #4 Marquita Valentine 5 Stars I love all the Lawson Brothers. Each one of them has stolen a little piece of my heart, but Tristan stole my whole heart. Hes quiet, sexy, smart, and in love with Lemon McCoy. At each others throats most of their lives they have a love-hate relationship. With Tristan deployed to Afghanistan he and Lemon become some type of pen pals. With each letter the hopes, dreams, and feelings become deeper and more real. Once home, with those dreams and hopes in his heart, he goes to confess his feelings to Lemon only to have his hopes dashed. The next few years find him and Lemon in a constant state of hate. Until one night they crossed the thin fine line that separates hate from love, or in their case, the most passionate and hottest sex either of them have ever had. They have a tumultuous relationship to say the least. Theres always hurtful words being thrown about and feelings hurt but what happens when Lemon goes to Tristan with heart in hand? She convinces him to marry her but whats going to happen when her family finds out? Will they support her or tell her shes crazy for even considering a life with Tristan. You know the McCoys and the Lawsons don't marry into one anothers families. Will Tristan be able to convince her that they're perfect for one another? Can they make their relationship last or will they regress to their normal bickering and arguing and have to call it quits? Like I said I love all these boys but Tristan holds a special place in my heart. I don't know if its because hes the hottest librarian Ive ever seen or what but Marquita has outdone herself with this one. It is my all-time favorite book from her. I cannot wait to see what else she has to bring us from these sexy brothers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Betrayal (Infidelity) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Aleatha Romig Page; Review: 5 The Rules Have Changed Stars Welcome to a world of aliases, secrets, and lies. This world is a beautifully painted mask of darkness and deceit. We meet Alexandria in Savannah at Montague Manor where she grew up amidst the wealthy and elite. As a child she learned the hard lesson that, some may see whats going on in ones family, they really don't see and most definitely do not talk about it. Alexandria grew up to become Alex, soon-to-be attorney and hopefully move on to judgeship. Of course, her parents, like any southern elitist parents, have other ideas for her life. Now, lets retro back 6 weeks. Alex is no longer Alex, shes taking on a whole new character, Charli. Charli isn't as tame and uptight as Alex. Shes on a trip with her bestie/roommate to have the absolute best one week girls trip they can possibly have. Weve touched on the aliases but now lets take on the secrets, lies, darkness, and deceit. One week is all Charli has before she has to be in New York to attend the illustrious Columbia Law School. She wants to have fun, relax, and have a good time with Chelsea, so a man is not on her radar, but shes on his. Nox is unlike any man shes ever met. He isn't the kind of man you say no to nor is he the type of man to take no for answer. You see, if sees someone or something that he wants he gets it. And right now he wants Charli. For Charli, this week is suppose to be all about doing things that Alex/Alexandria would never do so she decides to give into Nox and spend the week with him. First, she sets some ground rules. First being one week only. Second being no personal information exchanged. But you may have guessed, Nox isn't the type of man to take kindly to rules that he doesnt set. Back to the present. Alex is back in Savannah and the secrets and lies are just beginning. What will Alex do? Will she continue to live amongst the secrecy or knowing her freedom lies in New York will she leave the past in the prison that is Montague Manor? Is Nox somehow associated with secrecy that is Savannah? You will not want to miss out on this series. Mrs. Romig has outdone herself with the intricate web of deceit that surrounds Alex and her life. There are way too many days between now and January when Cunning is scheduled to release.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Time in the Affair; Author: Stylo Fantome; Review: Okay, so when Stylo says I'm writing a new book - I jump on it. When she says I'm writing a book about cheating, I'm like "hell yeah!!". Girl can write a damn good book; whether it's a kinky Satan as in Degradation or a woman who commits to cheating on her husband as in this book, she will draw you in and hold you hostage for the duration of the book. There isn't anything she will write that I won't read. Mischa met and married Mike. They've had a good marriage but sometimes it feels like something is missing. She knows she loves Mike and he loves her but it's not a make your panties wet love. It's more of a "hey roomie, how was your day" kind of love. She needed more, wanted more, and was going to make sure she got more. The company she works for is sending her overseas to open a new branch and it's this new journey that helps her make that questionable decision. Tal is all alpha male. Tall, dark, and sexy he knows what a woman wants. He also knows a lonely woman when he sees one. Sitting in a restaurant he watches as a beautiful woman tries to get rid of the guy hitting on her, seeing his chance to meet her and maybe take care of that loneliness she's exuding; he comes to her rescue and forces the other guy to walk away. Mischa is taken aback although very intrigued by the sex on legs that just swooped in to take care of her. He tell her he knows what she wants and he's the one to give it to her. And boy does he ever!!! The sexual tension, as is the sex, is off the charts. She hasn't felt that way since......ever, she's never felt that with Mike. She made the conscious decision to cheat on her husband but when it came down to the morning after she couldn't believe she actually did it and couldn't stand to look at herself. But she couldn't stay away and Tal couldn't just let her walk away. He pursued her relentlessly and wouldn't give up. He wouldn't allow her talk herself out of the feelings and needs she desired with him. He kept that sexual awareness right there at the forefront of their time together, which made her see exactly what had been missing from her life. When Mike decides he wants to visit Mischa she knows she has to tell him. She's afraid of hurting him and breaking his heart but she just isn't in love with him anymore and after what Tal's showed her, she knows she doesn't want her husband sexually any longer. But yet, as much as she's enjoyed her time with Tal she can't help but feel he's hiding things from her, she's not sure what he's hiding but she knows he is. What happens to Mike and Mischa once she comes clean about her affair? Will he forgive her and try to make her see the error; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capture (Seaside Pictures) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Van Dyken Page; Review: So, I have never read a Rachel Van Dyken novel and I don't know why the hell I haven't because Capture did just that, it captured my full attention. Its funny, sweet, and sexy but it also deals with a very serious issue. PTSD is not just for war veterans, it encompasses a whole realm of traumatic situations and the survivors of those unfortunate situations. Rachel Van Dyken did a fantastic job bringing that to light. I don't know all about the supporting cast of characters that Dani was surrounded by. What I do know is that she lost her parents at the young age of 17 in a car accident and after a second close call Dani quit talking. She became mute and because of that she lost her boyfriend and her friends. Her sister, Pris, and brother in law, knowing that Dani needed something to keep her busy got her a job with one of Hollywoods hottest and up and coming stars, Lincoln Green. As Dani serves as his personal assistant sparks fly and temptation runs wild between she and Lincoln but all the men in Danis life put tampers out those sparks and reigns in that temptation. They try anyways. Lincoln is enamored with Dani but when he learns shes only 17 will he give her another heartbreak and loss of voice or Dani convince him to hang around until shes 18 and give it their relationship another go? As I said this is my first RVD book but it definitely will not be my last. I cant wait to see what happens in Book 2. Reviewed for Stories and Swag Book Blog! Favorite Quotes: One day, Dani. One day Im going to hear my name coming from that gorgeous mouth of yours, and Im not going to be held responsible for my actionsdamn the consequences. ..sometimes, I think messages would be so much clearer without words getting in the way. Thank God for common ground. Thank God for pigs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tribulation and Truths (Chastity Falls) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's L A Cotton Page; Review: 4 Stars Can I just say how much I love reading for Ms. Cotton?? The suspense, the angst, the story telling I love it all. From book one to now, shes definitely kept us coming back for more. Ana and Jackson have had a rough go of it; from having to keep their relationship secret to Ana being targeted. Jackson learning the unfortunate truth of his family and the revenge he sought after learning such facts. Jackson has to go deep to get back in Marcus Donohues tight circle. Jacksons basically living a double life and if hes found out before hes able to get his revenge, its all for naught. Jackson needs just that one person on the inside that he can trust with his own life and Anas, to bring his plan to fruition. Ana is still terrified for Jacksons life. Scared that Marcus is going to find out the truth. Afraid that Braiden will be released before the plan is fulfilled. Ana is struggling with the way their life has turned out and eventually she decides its time to walk away. Will Jackson be able to exact his revenge for his fathers death? Will he and Ana ever have a normal life or will she tell him its just too much? Will the Donohues continue to reign or will they finally be brought down? This is a fantastic series and if you haven't read books 1 & 2, you really are missing out. Be sure you get your copies and then read this fabulous conclusion to the story of Ana and Jackson. Meanwhile, Ill be anxiously awaiting Braidens book!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Truth in Watercolors (Truth Series) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Kimberly Rose Page; Review: I was a lucky enough to be able to beta read Truth in Watercolors for Kimberly. I absolutely adored her debut novel, Truth in Wildflowers, and just took it upon myself to insert myself into her life. Watercolors should be read after Truth in Wildflowers as this book focuses on Wes, August's best friend, and Capri, August's sister. I loved Wes when we first met him and low and behold he stole my heart right away from August. Wes is the hilarious, tatted up, charm-the-panties off you funny guy; he didn't have the best childhood growing up but he didn't have the worst either. He had Blue and Blue loved that boy as if he was his own. There was nothing Wes wouldnt do for him. Wes, though, does like to keep his feelings to himself. He and August have always been close and while growing up he had a slight interest in his best friends sister but when they grow up and are working on a project tighter, Wes just may not be able to keep his feelings hidden much longer. Capri is quiet, beautiful, and likes to fade into the background of life. She doesnt like to be noticed or to be the center of attention. She, too, likes to keep her feelings to herself but she does have a release. She paints, she paints beautiful pictures and quite a few of them are of her brothers best friend, Wes. She has some secrets that don't make their way to the canvas but eventually by working with Wes shes able to bring them to light. While they're working together Capri is no longer able to blend into the background. No longer able to be white she begins to come out of her shell and allow her true colors to shine. Wes watches her grow and he thinks that maybe they can be what each other needs. But will Wes finally see that hes capable of the love that Capri offers or will he just push her away as fast as he can? Capri knows Wes is worth more than hes given himself credit for and she just wants to be the one to show him how beautifully worthy of love he is. Can she make him believe? Will he learn to love himself as much as he loves her? You will definitely want to read this series and see what all the beautiful is about. I adore Kimberly and her writing. She makes you feel every word she puts down on paper. In this book you will see all the colors of the rainbow and you will feel them, as well. She has a beautiful way of writing and you fall deep into her books. I hope you take the time to read both books in the series. Theyre different, they're real, the feelings are tangible, and the love is pure. When you read this book I hope you feel like I do, Kimberly Rose is the epitome of the saying the world is but a canvas to our imagination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Happens With The Sisters... (The Family O'Hara) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Pepper Lynne Page; Review: I absolutely love this book. Growing up in the south, this is what life is like. We all have our crazies and eccentrics, we parade them on the porch, and stick together. If you're not from the south and want an inside view into our lives......HERE YA GO! Pepper writes a humorous book full of love, life and family. I can't wait to read more from her.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Penny; Author: Visit Amazon's L A Cotton Page; Review: Lucky Penny L.A. Cotton 4 stars I was lucky enough to be able to Beta read this for L.A. I loved this book. Its so different from her other series. It was a mixture of past and present, first love lost and found again, and hope. Penny and Blake were together in foster care. Of course, it was an ideal living situation with truths coming to light later in life. They along with their siblings tried to keep each other out of trouble as much as they could but a lot of the times, it didn't work. There was always a special place for Blake and Penny to go away from everyone, their troubles, and their reality. They felt that first love spark but had to keep it under lock and key. When Blake was pulled from foster care by a family member he didn't know he had he distraught that he couldn't take Penny with him. Eventually, she aged out and they never spoke again. Until they found each other at camp for other foster children. The camp was set up to help the kids adjust and find comfort in their living arrangements. Penny was dumbfounded when she realized Blake was there, she never expected to find him again. Blake was determined. He didn't want to let her go when the camp was over so he took it upon himself to find her. There are just as many obstacles in their way as adults as there were as kids. Will they ever get the chance to experience true love, as they both deserve or will it be a fleeting moment they shared and will never recapture? You will want to read this wonderful story and find out for yourselves.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unseen Messages: a survival romance novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Pepper Winters Page; Review: UNSEEN MESSAGES PEPPER WINTERS 5 STARS I sat down with this book and never put it down. I read all day long. I was so engrossed and lost in the pages of Unseen Messages. Pepper Winters has always been a go to author for me because I love dark reads but when I saw that this was going to be different aspect of dark, I jumped on it. Thats just what this book is. A new element of dark; theres mystery (surrounding Galloway Oak), theres intrigue, there are ominous clues and foreshadowing. This story gripped my heart, head, and emotions. I couldn't put it down (sorry family). Estelle was heading home to Australia after a crazy thrust into the music spotlight and world tour. Once she arrives at the airport fate tries to step in not once but three times to stop her from boarding her flight. She chooses to ignore the signs up until the very last minute but its at that moment shes practically ran over by a handsome man trying to find his seat. She is persuaded to stay on the flight and she never expected the turn her life was about to take. Galloway Oak is a man with secrets. Hes trying to make amends for the wrongs he has committed and change his life for the better. Once hes on the plane he cant take his eyes off Estelle. He would love to meet and get to know her. Maybe if fate has its way Galloway will be able to reach out to her and get to know her. Little does he know that fate has it all written in the stars. Through a couple of unfortunate incidents Galloway does get to know Estelle and they're much closer than either could have ever imagined. Not only are they having to learn how to survive together but they're also responsible for two children who now look to them for food, love, support, and safety. This book takes you on a journey of love, laughter, tears, heartache, and hope. I felt every single emotion that each of the characters felt. It made me stop and think about the what ifs of life. What if we all ignored the signs? What if we all heeded the signs? Would we end up where were supposed to be or would we stay in the same place going nowhere? What would you do if faced with the present that Estelle and Galloway found themselves in? Would you survive? Keep going or give up? Would you trust your gut instincts or question every move you made? I hope you take the time to read this new dark, amazingly well written book. It is different from the normal Pepper Winters books but its a wonderful differentI hope you enjoy it every bit as much as I did. Shannon Daniel Reviewed for Stories and Swag; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Into the Tomorrows (Bleeding Hearts) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Whitney Barbetti Page; Review: Into the Tomorrows is only the second book by Whitney that I've read and I can tell her writing has grown and her stories are getting deeper. So deep that while you read this, you will question who you actually are. Trista has always been a part of someone else. Ellie and Trista or Colin and Trista. Never just Trista. She doesn't know how to be just Trista. When she loses her very first "and" instead of moving on and picking herself up she gets lost in the darkness and three years later she finds herself standing just on the brink of daylight. She moves to Colorado to make things better with Colin and see if they can make it work. But see, Colin isn't that daylight for her. He should be but he's a selfish ass who looks out for no one but himself no matter how many ways he tries to justify himself - he's an ass. No her daylight comes in the form of his roommate Jude. Jude is strong, carefree, easy to talk to and easy to love. He sees Trista for who she really is - a sad, lonely, lost young woman and he goes out of his way just to show her what she can be. She loves Colin out of respect for their past but is it enough to make it work, is it enough to walk away from someone who actually makes her feel alive? She has to find out who Trista is before she can figure out who to be a part of an "and" again. Will Jude help her discover herself or will she continue to live in the darkness with Colin?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Highlander's Bride (Highland Trouble); Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Forester Page; Review: Witty, lovely story of Highlander who had met his match. Through their journey they find many troubles and obstacles but within those problems they seem to find love between the two of them. The biggest problem being that she's betrothed to another. Will they be able to fulfill their journey and get her safely to her soon to be husband or will they give in to their passion and love?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Always and Forever: Secrets of Shadow Hill (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's S. P. Cervantes Page; Review: Harry Potter with a little Twilight with a dab of Wizards of Waverly Place. Im usually not a fan of fantasy but this book kind of appealed to me. This story had a huge Harry Potter feel to it mixed with a little bit of Twilight and maybe a little bit Wizards of Waverly Place (Disney Channel).In A&F, you have Ava and Hannah who find out they are the 'Chosen Ones' in a long line of wizards. And just before their high school graduation they learn this secret and have to move to Ireland to escape a rival coven that is trying to kidnap them. While in Ireland they have to hone in and perfect their abilities to be able to fight off the Sabotino Coven. The twins know nothing of the magical world they are abruptly thrown into and the instant chemistry between Dalton and Ava makes her question her relationship with her boyfriend, Patrick, and makes her question her attraction to Dalton. With them both being wizards, it makes sense to me that the attraction would be there and instantaneous; she shouldnt question it (IMO).A lot happens in this book so I had to pay close attention to all the names and the history of the covens. Ms. Cervantes has created a wonderful tale about wizards and covens that are good and evil. Covens that want power and will go to war to get that power. She also created a beautiful love story that is good, sweet, and innocent. As the story goes on, the attraction increases and the bond that is formed is one that is written in the lore. Ava is very powerful and so is her sister but pair that with Dalton, and you get world saving abilities. Can the twins overcome all the obstacles thrown at them and save each other and the coven they were chosen to be a part of? Will good win out against evil?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neighbors (A Twin Estates Novel) (Volume 1); Author: Stylo Fantome; Review: Neighbors Stylo Fantome 5+++ stars This has got to be my favorite Stylo Fantome book to date. While I was with her and Jameson Kane in almost the very beginning I have to say Liam and #teamtacos is my favorite. Okay but let me tell you about this story. WOW! Its hot, did I already say that? Well, its hot, funny, it gets you in the feels. It is Stylo, so theres an evil genius twist. She likes to play with our heads, ya know. Katyas pretty vanilla. Boring even. But her crazy roommate Tori signed her for an online dating site. Sure, shed do it just for s**t and giggles and never expected anything to come from it. Well, come from it, something did. While shes never been a huge fan of the wild side but when shes basically challenged into a date with Liam she gets a little more than she expected. While she and Liam become close theres a friend from her past that comes into the picture. She and Wulferic were friends when they were younger but she hasn't seen him in years. Now, shes in this crazy a*s triangle and she doesnt know what to do. Fortunately, for her, she doesnt have to choose. Youre not getting anymore from me than that. You want to know what happens with two hot af guys, a totally come out of her shell woman, and tacos? You need to read this book. You won't put it down once you start it, I promise. If youve never read Stylo before nows your chance to get acquainted. Then you need to meet Jameson Kane in the Kane Trilogy. Trust me on this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boondocks; Author: Visit Amazon's Casey Peeler Page; Review: Boondocks Casey Peeler 4 Stars Casey Peeler sure can write small town romance! She brings it to you so that you feel and experience everything the characters are going through. Boondocks is set in small town America where the town has gone down due to the factory closing. Theres not a lot of hope left there. Most move to the bigger cities to make it unless you want to dabble in the illegal activities of the town or unless you have the voice of an angel. Two kids, different side of the tracks, both want one thing to succeed. Walker has been dealt a crappy hand in life and is bound and determined to make it out of that life. Chauna lost her mom as a young girl and all she has left is her dad and the music they make down at Boondocks, the local watering hole. Life seems to intersect in small towns. Walker is the new boy in town. He attracts the attention of Chauna. She loves being with him and wants to know more about him but Walker isn't going to to divulge his familys secrets. Unfortunately for Walker, Chauna finds out the hard way. Walker is going to try to make amends and make things right but how can he do it? What kind of chance does he have? Would he possibly be able to make things better? You definitely want to read and find out what happens at Boondocks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Low Over High (The Over Duet) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J.A. DeRouen Page; Review: High Over Low is an incredible read. While it's part of a series it can be read alone but to truly understand the beauty and depth of it you will need to read the other books. I don't want to give too much away but I will say this.........This is the story that I've been dying to know. All the things we questioned during the other books, they are answered. We are take on a journey of young love, heartache, loss, and hope. I cannot wait to read more from this fabulous author. She's written some powerful words in her stories and I look forward to reading more of her in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I See You: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Molly McAdams Page; Review: I SEE YOU MOLLY MCADAMS 4 STARS Have you ever experienced that once in a lifetime, feel it in your bones, soul baring, heart achingly beautiful type of love making? No, well, Rori aka Aurora has. Just the once, though. She met Jay at a frat party. She felt the pull of him and throughout the night their eyes kept finding each other across crowded rooms, drunk girls, and bad intentions. She never expected to see him again. Just a one-time best sex of your life drunken night. Jentry was home from the Marines, hanging at his brothers frat party when he saw her. He needed to know her. Feel her. Hear her. He couldn't tear his eyes off of her. Once he finally got close enough to do those things he didn't want to let her go. But he had promises to keep and people to protect. In the end he would only know her as Aurora. Auroras never been one to just randomly hook up with guys and the one she did stole her complete being. She couldn't get him out of her head, off her skin, out of her heart. She needed to find him and the only thing she knew about him was his name was Jay and the frat house in which he lived. Sure, he said he was leaving the next day, but wasn't that just a line used in most one night stands So, she went searching him out but to no avail. The only thing she found were some sexy green eyes and a prince charming named Declan. Declan fell head over heels in love with Rori. They moved in together and talked about their future. They faced normal obstacles and some abnormal obstacles but they loved each other and could survive it. Couldnt they? Rori loved Declan just as much she could but there was always going to be a part of her still in love and in lust with Jay. After all, it was him she imagined during sex, his eyes she told herself she was looking in, and his body she was being satisfied by, not Declan. When Declans brother, Jentry, joins them for a family getaway at the beach no one is more ready to meet him than Rori. Shes heard nothing but great things about him and how much the family loves and respects him. He was adopted but hes still 100% family. It takes about 3 seconds before her heart jumps from her chest to her feet and she feels it break into a thousand broken shards. She knows that face, that smile, those eyes. She remembers the way he tastes and the way he feels. She knows that her life is about to spiral out of control now that shes face to face with the only man whos ever made her feel alive, her boyfriends brother, Jentry or Jay as he told her to remember him by after that one night of heaven on earth. Can you love two people at once? If its different type of; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: OXO SoftWorks 12-Inch Locking Tongs with Nylon Heads; Brand: OXO; Review: Pull the handle, and they stay together, push it back in and they are workable tongs. fast, easy, I use these every day; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black & Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum; Brand: Black & Decker; Review: good little vacuum I bought for dust bunnies, the car, and cat food that fell out of the container, it picks up great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Metaltex USA Inc. Vulcano Drying Rack; Brand: Metaltex USA; Review: It fit perfectly in my extra bathroom tub; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thermos Stainless King 16 Ounce Travel Tumbler, Raspberry; Brand: Thermos; Review: Seriously stays hot for hours and hours. (so be careful!), but the best part is it DOES NOT SPILL and I mean thrown-in-backpack without a worry in the world. Which I love. I did drop mine and get a dent on the bottom, but not bad enough that I need to rebuy yet. Also, careful when you take-off/wash the plastic part, as in other reviews I had to find an online manual to figure out how to get it back on, but now I know and it's easy. have had this for over a year!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COMMAND Wire Hooks, 18 Pieces, Indoor White, Holds .5 Lbs.,18 Small Hooks; Brand: Command; Review: Use these for everything. Keys, pots/pans, coats, hang string lights, in the shower for a loofah, the calendar. This company does a great job with quality products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pinzon Signature 190-Gram Cotton Heavyweight Velvet Flannel Sheet Set - Queen, Cream; Brand: Pinzon by Amazon; Review: These sheets are downright amazing. For starters, in the winter when you crawl into bed, the sheets aren't chilly. The second thing you'll notice is that they're the softest sheets you have ever had. Thirdly, you will be surprised that even though they are warm, they don't trap heat like regular sheets, they are breathable and comfortable to keep on all night long. Definite buy! Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arboria Ice Tongs; Brand: Godinger; Review: It came with a string like glued onto it, a factory defect I imagine. unfortunately it was a present and I didn't inspect them before giving it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pinzon Hypoallergenic Overfilled Microplush Mattress Topper - California King; Brand: Pinzon by Amazon; Review: It's so luxurious feeling, it's heaven. Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bedford Home Solid Color Bed Quilt, Full/Queen, Chocolate; Brand: Bedford Home; Review: LOVE this blanket way more than I expected to! It's thin and super soft, but also warm. We use it in the summer, my husband keeps it pretty chilly in our house.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: In Absentia; Brand: Porcupine Tree; Review: Every few years, I find an album worthy of my "top ten desert island" list. One of the rare times I listened to the first 3 or 4 NOTES of an album and was actually astonished,was my first time hearing Kings X's "Gretchen Goes to Nebraska" in the late 80's. Yeah, it sure doesn't happen often. But oh, my.... In Absentia. Dark and shimmering, like the moon in a black velvet painting - - sad & gorgeous, haunting and hopeful. Power forged with the ethereal. A glimpse into their world and it's unforgettable. Just get it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toto; Brand: Toto; Review: It was great to hear all these songs, again. A late 70's pop/rock/jazz melange of killer musicianship, excellent harmonies, and catchy songs. Plus, at least one of the several great LEAD vocals was supplied by the great Mr. Lukather himself!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reise, Reise; Brand: Rammstein; Review: It's my new favorite album! My first Rammstein cd. The only stuff I'd been familiar with were 2 videos - - the hilariously bizarre innui of Keine Lust, and Amerika. I find much in current rock music a letdown from too much focus on speed drumming, riffing, and sheer loudness, while sacrificing actual SONGWRITING. (I.e. a lot of Nu Metal.) Not that I don't like these elements, but there's gotta be more going on, or my ears suffer from sheer exhaustion and I can only listen to it in pieces and parts. Yeah it's LOUD sometimes, but...Reise, Reise is also eminently listenable thru n' thru like old-school classic albums, thanks to good SONGS, use of dynamics, solid musicianship with crunching guitars and lush production with keyboards used to good effect, interesting segues, and unexpected elements like heavenly choirs, a blues number (and it works...their way), even an accordian. Oh, and it's mostly all sung in German, which simply adds to the whole Teutonic mystique. Translated into English, there's some bizarre lyrics, but hey, whaddaya expect from the minds of a band that doused a dance floor with gasoline and set it on fire to get bored fans off their arses and dance! And That Voice. Meine Gott! Till Lindemann, you could sing me a lullaby anytime, and please....in German! (Look, I'm a musician AND female. Metalhead purists who don't appreciate my perspective - - get over yourselves!) Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Look at Yourself; Brand: Uriah Heep; Review: Uriah Heep was my very first concert!! 1973 Magician's Birthday tour in Boise. WOW!! Talk about a lasting impression: great show, Dave Byron was fantastic, and the songs...well, if you're a fan, I don't need to tell you. I think they opened with Sweet Lorraine - - can it get much better?? Back then, my brother & I didn't have a lot of money for records, but we bought every one of theirs, including Look At Yourself, which is undoubtedly one of their heaviest, while still being melodic...July Morning being a stellar example. By the 80's, it was a guilty pleasure if you liked Uriah Heep, because they were not considered cool ('course, if someone else's only sampling of them was Ken Hensley's truly sorrowful solo effort, "Proud Words On a Dusty Shelf", who could blame 'em for thinking Heep probably sucked, as well?) It's great to know there are so many other Heep fans out there, still. Dave Byron's singing inspired me later to become a professional singer myself, and the indelible mark this band left on me had a big impact on my preference to this day for melodic, hard rock and progressive/European influences with a bit 'o fantasy thrown in. This album, their first with Gypsy, Demons and Wizards, and Magician's Birthday are their best efforts. Buy 'em all and enjoy a trip back in time with a band who managed to write some true classics in spite of what the nasty critics said, and gave us a classic singer many of us thankfully can never forget.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master of the Game; Brand: George Duke; Review: Josie James and Lynn Davis were two of the hottest voices on the planet. The opener, "Look What You Find" still gives me a monster rush like it did back when I bought the vinyl in '80. That song alone is worth the price of admission, and the stellar musicianship and kickin' percussion really pull it all together. This has long been a favorite.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago Transit Authority; Brand: Chicago; Review: So many folks have written great reviews already, I'll keep it brief. I LOVE this album and have forever. There is nothing else like this. Take your pick of killer tunes....Questions 67 & 68, Listen (not mentioned as much and one of my personal faves) and the simply awesome Someday. I saw these guys many years after this monumental album, in the late 80's....was amazed at how great they sounded. Whoever thinks a horn band can't rock: you GOTTA have this, baby!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anywhere I Lay My Head; Brand: Scarlett Johansson; Review: My, this isn't very good, is it? Not that expectations were particularly high, but sometimes one can be surprised. Here, it's yet another case of what happens when famous people are surrounded by sycophants sharing not a cahone amongst them to offer honest feedback. With hundreds of real, talented musicians literally starving for a shot, angel investors instead bankroll a "name", hoping to cash in. But success has proven elusive for most of these ventures, as well it should. Musicians devote entire lives to honing their skills and it's a never-ending process. Actors in fact "can" sing - sometimes - and with time and effort, pretty much anyone can improve their voice. But whether due to the fact she's concentrated most of her past efforts on a completely different genre of entertainment, or as is the case with so many others, simply has mediocre talent, Scarlett's not yet ready for prime time. Conversely, many musicians who've tried acting have experienced success: Cher, David Bowie, Olivia Newton-John, Debbie Harry, Gene Simmons, Roger Daltrey, Sting, Meat Loaf, Jon Bon Jovi, Will Smith, Ice-T, Ice Cube, Mark Wahlberg, and Donnie Wahlberg (Band of Brothers - WOW is all I can say about his stunning performance,) - to name just a few. Still, one cannot deny the guilty, rubbernecking pleasure of a small train wreck. And Scarlett's in good company with William Shatner (so-bad-it's-almost- good camp), Leonard Nimoy, Clint Eastwood, David Soul, Eddie Murphy (please God, help me to finally forget "I Just Want to Party All the Time"), Billy Bob Thornton....the list is large. Of course, there are some notable exceptions, such as John Travolta who may not be a technically great singer, can do it with style AND dance. Wielding a voice with all the dynamic range of A to B and mercifully buried in tweedly arrangements, Scarlett's is a foray into the pointless and forgettable. Lost in translation, indeed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Magic: The Very Best of Olivia Newton-John; Brand: Olivia Newton-John; Review: As soon as GREASE was released, it screamed Instant Classic and sealed Olivia's legend status. But she is a whole lot more, as this collection shows. In today's pop era of female singers battling for a shopworn "diva" crown and muscular, over-dramatic vocal acrobatics plastered over insipid, nu-soul stylings, it's good to remember a whisper can ring louder than a shout. Olivia's voice was always a beguiling instrument, crafty in its facility to blend shimmering, understated innocence with a subtle allure. Her character Sandy in Grease, seems in fact a metaphor for this transformative gift -- comparing her ingenue 70's persona with the glorious coming-out which would soon follow. While I was not so inspired by the countrified vanilla of some of her early Nashville leanings, it had its simple charm. And I've frankly never liked "Physical", a throw away as dated as her video's work out duds and sadly one of her biggest hits. One star downgrade for leaving off her cover of Dylan's "If Not For You" (and which George Harrison also did so wonderfully on All Things Must Pass), and some of her later 80's material maybe didn't age so well. (OK, "Make A Move on Me" is pretty damn catchy - gotta admit.) BUT....that leaves a small bevy of killer songs, the likes of which any singer worth her salt would have cheerfully given her right vocal cord to have a shot at...and ample reason to buy this cd: the fun, unforgettable numbers from Grease; the lilting "Sam"; "Suddenly", with Cliff Richard (one of the greatest duets ever IMHO); the bewitching "Magic" and "A Little More Love"; and ELO's spectacular "Xanadu", a luscious pop confection with a finale which gives goose bumps (those incredible notes!) Olivia hit more homeruns in a decade than most recording artists will have in a lifetime. I'm so glad I finally got this!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The First Chapter; Brand: Circus Maximus; Review: Over the last 3 years, CM has become one of my favorite melodic prog bands. To come out of the chute with a freshman effort like this - and then to follow up with ISOLATE - well...that's something. Topnotch talent, wonderful composition and soundscapes, exciting guitar work. Vocals - yes!! A unique voice. While I believe he's been trying to "find himself " vocally (here, he conjures elements of Steve Walsh and Geddy Lee, to name a few -- and in YouTube club gig videos, you can hear him learning to pace himself so he can pop up to his high notes night after night - a rite of passage for all singers when they tour and play a lot)... his lyrics, phrasing, and chops show he's a rising star with the power, range, and fluidity to play in the ballpark with the likes of Russell Allen and Mac McDermott. Can't wait for their third release! This is an album (yep - I said it, too!) which will get YEARS of play around my house.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: Samsung HM1900 Bluetooth Headset (Dark Gray) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Samsung; Review: This is a replacement for a Plantronics M50. The HM1900 fits my ear much better than the M50. The sound quality is good with very little distortion. The only complaint I have is that it does not give a battery charge status when powered on.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sabrent Universal Smartphone CD Slot Mount for 3.5" - 5.5" Smartphones (CM-CSCD); Brand: Sabrent; Review: This fits very well in the CD slot of my Chevy Blazer and makes the phone very easy to access. It does however restrict access to one of the tuning buttons on the radio.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Satechi 7-Port USB Charging Station Dock - Compatible with iPhone Xs Max/XS/XR, 8 Plus/8, 2018 iPad; Brand: Satechi; Review: Bought this as a gift for our daughter and her family. They love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iSYFIX SIM Card Adapter Nano Micro - Standard 4 in 1 Converter Kit With Steel Tray Eject Pin; Brand: iSYFIX; Review: Works very well in my cellphone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ABC® 5 X Micro USB Waterproof Charging Port Cover For Samsung Galaxy S5 I9600 G900 +TOOL; Brand: Abc, Inc.; Review: Easy to install and works well. Includes all tools needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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Title: DeLallo Imported Hot Pepper Garlic Sauce, 12.3-Ounce Jars (Pack of 6); Brand: DeLallo; Review: If you like hot peppers in Olive Oil instead of vinegar, these are outstanding. Never mind that it's labeled pasta sauce, they are great for anything, hors d'oeuvres, pizza, sandwiches etc.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Organic Cannellini White Kidney Beans, No Salt Added, 15-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12); Brand: Eden; Review: I've been using these beans for years and they are excellent. Contrary to what another viewer wrote I have never gotten a can where the beans were crushed. Although I prefer the Eden red kidney beans (dark colored foods are more nutritional), these have some uses too when color in the presentation matters. BPA free too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Organic Kidney Beans, 16-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6); Brand: Eden; Review: Since the product description and all the other reviews fail to mention it, I am writing this review. The beans are dried and vacuum packed so I expect they have a very long shelf life and the expiration date is probably required rather than realistic. Dried beans have been stored for 30 years and found to still be good. Storing that long will probably have some loss of vitamin. A package packed as these are that is a couple years beyond the expiration date will probably have no noticeable difference in quality or taste.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Newman's Own Organics Newman O's, (Original) Creme Filled Chocolate Cookies, 16-Ounce Packages (Pack of 12); Brand: Newman's Own; Review: Contrary to other reviews Newman O's are better than Oreo's. Every person that I've given them to has thought they are better (I lie and say they are an improved Oreo). What's more I think they are more like Oreo's used to be when I was a kid, I don't remember them having hydrogenated oil or being disgusted eating the filling as I am now. The bottom line is the cookie is exactly the same and the creme filling is the same minus the Crisco shortening. Why buy them? They taste better, they have NO transfats or Fructose (just good old sucrose), profits go to charity, and they are organic (which means they have little or no pesticides and are grown by sustainable methods); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Newman's Own Medium Salsa, 16 Ounce; Brand: Newman's Own; Review: All Newman's Own salsa's are excellent, all natural and all profits go to charity. No preservatives which can leave an aftertaste.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chef Boyardee Overstuffed Italian Sausage Ravioli, 15 oz, 12 Pack; Brand: Chef Boyardee; Review: I have to laugh reading these 4 star reviews. Unfortunately I'm Italian and it's an insult to call this Italian food. I know what good food is and especially Italian food since I make it. This is nothing more than processed food with mushy pasta and indeterminate meat filling covered with third rate sauce and most likely much more salt than it needs. If you like this don't waste your money on expensive or quality, you won't know the difference.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Roland Olives, Moroccan Oil-Cured Whole, 5 Pound; Brand: Roland; Review: They are olives, why are they in vegetable oil? And vegetable oil usually means rapeseed oil. The real thing is in olive oil and shouldn't be excessively salty. It should also have either/or fresh garlic cloves and crushed red pepper flakes.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tire Tread Licorice, Black, 2-Ounce Bars (Pack of 42); Brand: Tubi's; Review: This licorice has the right combination of texture and flavor for enthusiasts of real black licorice. Its flavor is a little stronger than most and the texture is chewy, not soft like the Australian stuff. I've tried them all, this and Panda are the only ones I keep coming back for. ingredients: beet syrup, wheat flour, water, sugar, licorice extract, guar gum, anis seed oil, vegetable fat made in Finland; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NongShim Shin Ramyun Noodle Soup, Gourmet Spicy, 4.2 Ounce (Pack of 20); Brand: Nongshim; Review: The proper way to prepare this is pull out the flavor and dry vege packets and crush the bag if you don't like mile long noodles. Put everything in water and bring to a boil. The vege packet has dried squid or octopus which can be taken out if you don't like that. When it's boiling add an egg or 2, leave the yolks whole or mix it up a bit as you like. It only has to boil for a minute or 2 then cover and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes depending on how you like the noodles. If you can get some real Kimchi it goes great with it. This is the best, don't bother trying the rest. Spent a year in Korea before Ramyun (not Ramen) became popular here. This is the real thing, not the cardboard noodles in dishwater called Ramen that you get in the grocery store. Very spicy but you can adjust that by how much flavor mix you put in.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maruchan chicken noodle soup pack of 36 - 3 oz; Brand: Maruchan Ramen; Review: This stuff is great if you like cardboard noodles in dishwater, Koreans wouldn't touch this. This stuff bears no resemblance to Ramyun, maybe that's why they changed the name to Ramen. The real thing is Nong Shim Shin Noodle Ramyun. There is no comparison. Read my review to cook it correctly as the Koreans do, you won't be dissappointed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: SweetGourmet Kookaburra Australian Black Licorice, 16 Oz; Brand: SweetGourmet; Review: The flavor of this licorice isn't bad, a little strange which costs it a star. The texture is the real problem with this stuff. It's very soft and pasty, not chewy at all, which costs it another star.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tubi's Black Tire Tread Licorice, 10.5-Ounce (Pack of 3); Brand: Tubi's; Review: This licorice has the right combination of texture and flavor for enthusiasts of real black licorice. Its flavor is a little stronger than most and the texture is chewy, not soft like the Australian stuff (great if you have no teeth). I usually buy the Tire Tread bars which are a bit drier than these (chewier). I've tried them all, this and Panda are the only ones I keep coming back for. These pieces are about 1/3 the size of their bars (1.5" x 1.25" x .4") in three separate 10.5 oz bags. ingredients: beet syrup, wheat flour, water, sugar, licorice extract, guar gum, anis seed oil, vegetable fat made in Finland; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
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Title: Womens Knee High Faux Suede Flat Winter Buckle Boots Gray Military Shoes; Brand: KSC; Review: Really cute, I get a lot of compliments on them, however they seem to be made of a flimsy paper like material that wears easily. I don't expect them to last but a season or two. Also the zipper broke on one, though Im still able to wear it. What eventually broke me was the smell. These boots are sweat and stink sponges; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Fashion Secrets Double Stick Fashion Tape Strips (36 Strips), 2 Pack; Brand: Hollywood Fashion Secrets; Review: Great product, works well, there are plenty of them in an attractive functional case... what more can I ask for?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vibram Women's Bikila Evo Road Running Shoe; Brand: Vibram; Review: I'm absolutely in love with my new VFF.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ever-Pretty Elegant Sleeveless Round Neck Party Evening Dress 08217; Brand: ; Review: Got the dress in the mail today. It had a minimal amount of wrinkling in the skirt which is to be expected. The zipper worked fine. I was worried it wouldn't fit properly because I'm an extreme hourglass shape (40-30-40 with 36H bra) but the US 10 fit fine, though of course my bust fills the bodice out more than it's designed to be. The alternative is to buy a US 12 or 14 and have it tailored down but I don't have time to do that. It still looks attractive in my opinion. It has these little bra cups sewn in which makes my bust look higher than it is which I find amusing since I don't normally wear a bra and there is no way H cup breasts could be held that high. As other reviewers have said the bodice is somewhat loose, I think this is because the shoulder straps are too wide set, rather than the bodice itself having too much fabric. The internal structure of the dress looks well made to me. All in all a keeper.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Idingding Womens Galaxy Star Printed High Waist Leggings Pants; Brand: Idingding; Review: The print is cool and the fabric is supportive but the waist is too big. Its like the waist is the same size or only slightly smaller than the hips. I didn't want to bother sending them back so I just wear shorts over them to hold them up.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Keeping Up with the Kardashians: Season 1; Brand: Khlo Kardashian; Review: xmas gifts to grandkids and they said the best xmas gift ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 1 - 2 - Gift Set; Brand: Amber Tamblyn; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keeping Up with the Kardashians: Season 3; Brand: ; Review: xmas gifts to grandkids and they said the best xmas gift ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keeping Up With The Kardashians - The Complete Season 2; Brand: Kourtney Kardashian; Review: xmas gifts to grandkids and they said the best xmas gift ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PARTY OF FIVE - SEASON 6; Brand: Neve Campbell; Review: All positive, love this series; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Samsung UN55D7000 55-Inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED HDTV (Silver) [2011 MODEL] (2011 Model); Brand: Samsung; Review: I purchased this TV on black friday and got a good price for it. The package arrived on time and in good condition. I experienced no issues with the setup. The Good: + This thing is beautiful. The narrow edge just looks great. + Bright scenes the picture is as good as I could hope for. + Media center sync although cumbersome to configure works well. The Bad: + The television has SEVERE clouding in dark scenes. If there is an all black movie or (in the worst case you are watching something in something other than 16:9 full frame) the corners of the tv and to a lesser extent the edges are bright white. + Configuration help and functional help is almost non-existant. The online manual is terrible and the documentation is worse. + Upgrading software (Smart Hub) requires upgrading many of the apps. There is nothing to inform you of this however and running an old app can result in the TV hanging and having to be powered off to continue. + Smart hub is absent of some apps (no amazon app) + Browser doesn't work for any media type I have found e.g. no navigating to Hulu If this TV were $1000 cheaper I would say keep it but for $1700 I expect better.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: ViewHD Premium Quality 3 Port HDMI Switcher 3x1 Auto Switch With 3FT Pigtail Cable | VHD-3X1P3FT; Brand: ViewHD; Review: It switches between devices that are powering on fine. My computer is one of the inputs though and as it is always on....the switch doesn't work for it. Still...pretty cheap and seems well made.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TRENDnet Wireless N Pan, Tilt, Zoom Network Surveillance Camera with 1-Way Audio and Night Vision, TV-IP651WI (White); Brand: TRENDnet; Review: I tried MANY different types of IP cams almost all were disappointing. I am an IT guy and so the idea of configuring ip addresses (even on a variable subnet for the Foscam pos...) was not intimidating to me. That said, some of them are incredibly hard to set up or have a pretty poor image quality (again...talking about you Foscam). The TRENDnet... very easy to set up - pretty much just worked. Image quality is great once I realized that there is a manual focus ring. You can turn off the bright LEDs which is nice and it has a 'privacy button'. Also IR and color both are great quality. Two small complaints - it drops the connection from time to time and has to be re-setup and the TRENDnet phone apps...pretty bad. That said, if you are looking for an IP cam...I bought something like five trying them out....this was my favorite.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KOMPUTERBAY 8GB ( 2 X 4GB ) DDR2 DIMM (240 PIN) 800Mhz PC2 6400 PC2 6300 8 GB; Brand: KOMPUTERBAY; Review: The product shipped quickly, and worked as expected. The 4 Gigs uses a 1000k metric for a MB instead of 1024 so when you check the allocation on the memory it will come out to 3.4 or 3.5 Gigs. I think this is the case with pretty much any unit that you buy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Medialink Refurbished Powerline Network Adapter Kit (2 Units) - Ethernet Homeplug AV 200Mbps; Brand: Medialink; Review: I had some trouble setting these up. Not because they are difficult but because they seemed to just not work with two or three outlets in our house. The bad outlets didn't seem related to a particular circuit or type of outlet. I called their support line which I think some others have mentioned. A human answered right away. They were very nice but said no one could talk to me at the time and would I mind if they called me back. An hour or so later a knowledgable tech called me back. I didn't have to go though a bunch of dumb questions and I didn't have to get passed to someone else for a sensible answer. I switched the outlets and was up and running in under 3 minutes. For the price compared to other units and for the great customer service I highly recommend these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samsung EVO 64GB 48/MB/s Micro SDXC Memory Card with Adapter up to (MB-MP64DA/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: It works, it's fast and it's cheap for it's kind. This model came with an insert to make the micro SD card into a regular size SD which is really convenient.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Traxxas 3934 Body Clips (set of 12); Brand: Traxxas; Review: Great body clips. Good price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Traxxas 4581 Glow Plug Lead Wire; Brand: Traxxas; Review: Great factory replacement.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Traxxas 5338R Red-Anodized Aluminum TUBES Lightweight Turnbuckle (set of 2); Brand: Traxxas; Review: Great upgrade.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Traxxas 3232X Super Duty Long Glow Plug; Brand: Traxxas; Review: Great glow plug.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Darice SA23005W 2-Pound Sands Alive Play Sand; Brand: Darice; Review: Love this stuff.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Creekside Suites Condos; City: Estes Park Colorado; Review: We found this location last year when visiting RMNP and thought it would be a good place to stay. We tried it this year. While the unit we ended up in was quite nice (Condo "A"), with a full kitchen, a bedroom and a loft with 2 baths, the service was simply awful from start to finish. We learned during our stay that all the units are individually owned. Well, the owners should fire their management company. We had made a reservation for a particular week when the unit we had seen last year was available. No problem from their end on that reservation. I called 2 days ahead of time - "um... we don't have you in that unit." Can we be changed to the other unit.? "I don't see why not." When we arrived, we were booted yet again from the one we had reserved, all the while being told that "It really isn't under our control." Well, if not yours, then whose? We had chosen a quiet, isolated condo, and were put first in one in the center. Not what we had booked 8 months in advance for. The "tidy" service on the units didn't occur until after 3PM most days, and with many long morning hikes this simply wasn't early enough to get fresh towels by the time we got back. The unit we ended up in was okay... quiet enough, and sufficient for this trip. Leave it as said that if we return to RMNP it won't be to this property, however. There simply HAS to be a better place to stay, for the price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds; City: Asheville North Carolina; Review: Honestly, that is how we felt, during our week at Willow Winds. The cabin (Andrew's) was immaculate and perfectly spacious for two, stocked with absolutely everything one could need for easy housekeeping. I can't say enough about how clean, new and inviting the cabins all were. The grounds themselves are simply amazing. They are quite extensive, and wrap all around the cabins, interspersed with fountains, a putting green, play areas and even a stocked trout pond. The landscaping is gorgeous even in fall, and must be quite a sight in springtime. This is definitely a property which would be enjoyable during any season. The staff was unfailingly friendly and helpful, and that includes absolutely everyone that we ran into during our stay, including the fellows planting the new hollys. It really did feel as if you were staying with family. Two details had clinched the location for us: the cabins all have DSL (which allowed my husband to work remotely all week, and squeeze in another week's "vacation" that way) and the access to the Mountains -To -Sea-Trail right nearby. From the top of Willow Winds Lane it is only about 100' to the trail, which allows you to hike, parallel to the Blue Ridge Parkway for as long as you might like in either direction. Very convenient to be able to just hike out! Once you find the map on their website, and the layout of the property, consider this, too: it falls off 125 feet from the top of Willow Winds Lane down to the entrance! This makes for some very nice views in some of the cabins, and adds to the privacy. Really, I can't say enough nice things about the property, its upkeep, and the people who manage and run it. We hope to go back many more times in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge at Moosehead Lake; City: Greenville Maine; Review: This was the 2nd stop on a Maine trip in May 2008, and the high point of our vacation. The setting is simply gorgeous: views of the lake which go on forever, and as much outdoor activity as one could stand. Our moose safari (booked directly with the outfitter, not through the Lodge) was excellent, and productive. We stayed in the Moose room, which was charming and spacious, and I believe we were the only guests in the main Lodge during our 3 nights (so I can't attest to the quiet when other people are nearby.) We did hear breakfast being prepared downstairs, and as this room also overlooks the deck, in summer it would guarantee to be very loud, one would expect. The restaurant, to our disappointment, wasn't open, and neither was the pub for a couple of our evenings. The night it was open it was jammed, and getting service was difficult - not what one might expect in an empty hotel. We nibbled, and fled back upstairs quickly. What food we sampled was excellent, as was breakfast (included) each morning. Chloe, the lodge French Bulldog, was a sweetie, and added a great deal of charm to the surroundings. The owners were busy with their activities and left us alone, which suited us fine. Others might find that less accommodating. We were very early in their season. They are definitely set up for active people, with a selection of hiking poles, and meals for hungry, tired guests (when meals were available.) In general, the Lodge is quite expensive, but perfectly situated for a gorgeous view and a pleasant stay. If this sort of thing is within your budget, it is worth experiencing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ranola; City: Sarasota Florida; Review: We drove from Orlando to Sarasota for our anniversary in 2009 to stay 3 nights at the Hotel Ranola, and enjoy the area, with its many activities and countless good restaurants. We really could not have been happier with the location, management or room. I'm sure folks realize this, but this is a boutique hotel, made from an adorable old apartment building, with the ground and second floor rented out as rooms, and the third floor managed as apartments. We stayed on the 2nd floor, with a king bed, and a great little kitchen. We walked to every restaurant (and there were so many to choose from, and no bad experiences!) and enjoyed the Farmers' Market downtown on Saturday morning. We walked to the waterfront, and probably could have walked across the bridge with a little more planning. The restaurants were so good we didn't need much of the kitchen's convenience, but it held the champagne cold, and stocked the water for our hikes. I just wish those 3rd floorers were a little lighter on their feet going up the stairs in the middle of the night. That was my only complaint. We're planning on going back soon (one could go months in Orlando without a decent restaurant meal) and will definitely make plans to stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Safety Harbor Resort Spa Trademark Collection; City: Safety Harbor Florida; Review: Friends from out of state had found this resort, so we decided to stay a night as well to share a fun weekend with them. Our 2 days were some of the best we've experienced with a hotel. This is a historic hotel, so it is rambling and eccentric, but our wing (Athena) was in excellent shape. We had requested a quiet, high jr. suite, and that's just what we received: a glorious view of the Bay with no one above us, and as a corner room with only one common wall. We never heard another soul. Driving over early from Orlando to meet our friends, the front desk was amazingly accommodating, and made our day so much more enjoyable. Our evening in the room was truly wonderful, a beautiful view as the sun set behind us, and a great night's sleep. We decided to splurge for room service breakfast (which was actually not as expensive as it might have been) and do not regret the decision. We each had the multi-grain pancakes with turkey bacon and fresh fruit, along with a pot of coffee. Excellent! We generally try room service once in most of the hotels at which we stay, and rarely have a positive experience. This one was one of the best. The tray was delivered quickly with every item correct (almost unique!) and everything was hot and very freshly cooked. I would love to have the recipe for those pancakes. Even the maple syrup was Dickinson, a high-end brand, and actually real syrup, not corn syrup. What a treat this was. I know this sounds like a lot of raving over a meal, but as we've recently been served boxed granola at a very expensive resort in Orlando (rhymes with Staylord Balms) finding a resort which actually cooks and serves top-quality food was an unexpected treat. I'd return just for breakfast. The upshot of our stay is that we enjoyed our weekend, which proved much too short. We intend to drive back again to see more of the area and the hotel, and hope to repeat our enjoyable experience. I'd read many of the reviews on TA, but we found nothing lacking in our adventure, albeit we were looking primarily for a nice hotel, and not a spa or resort.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swift House Inn; City: Middlebury Vermont; Review: The Inn itself is quite lovely - set back from busy Route 7 with a gorgeous property. If one could just enjoy the setting, it would be a nice place to stay. But for the next 6 weeks the road next to the Inn is being demolished (repetitively) so there is no calm, and no quiet. No naps, and no sleeping in, and no sitting out on their porch. Clearly this is not under the Inn keepers control, but they did know about it and not mention it. We had selected this Inn and one other in Vermont from all the others, hoping for a quiet, beautiful stay. This was seriously not our trip. Owners tried, although we had issues with almost everything else. I wouldn't return, but you might find it better once the construction calms down.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hermitage Inn; City: Dover Vermont; Review: We disagreed on this rating, me giving it a firm 3, The Man a 3.5. Details to follow. We stayed here 4 days in the Meadows, in their carriage house, and enjoyed the room very much. Even with the heat elsewhere, it was cool enough to have the windows open, a luxury for us in July. Some (quite a bit) of noise from people in adjoining rooms, and on the stairs, but earplugs made it bearable. Can't imagine what the main house would be like. If it matters to you, the wifi does not reach the Carriage House. My big issue is the lack of welcome or interest by the staff. The direct-interactions (those driven by tips) were pleasant, but the check in was cursory at best, and not at all what I would have expected for such a high-end Inn. We were basically told our room was in the Carriage House, here's your key, be on your way - no offer of help with the bags (up to the 2nd floor) or any real details on the property. I'm always reading how travelers are made to feel at home in settings such as these and have yet to experience it. As mentioned above, the food was fabulous, if expensive. The breakfast was included and offered a choice of a number of dishes. After 4 days, we were ready for a change. We made a dinner of wine, appetizers and dessert one night (cresting at almost $100) with some truly ludicrous pricing on soups. An indulgence, not to be repeated. We did manage a 3-hour hike up the nearby mountains, leaving right from the property, which was wonderful. Getting to the top of the local ski lifts in summer provided quite a surreal experience. My advice would be to stay 2 nights here, enjoy the breakfast, and don't expect much in the way of a gracious welcome. You will not then be disappointed. For us, this will not be a return.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Columbia; City: Columbia Maryland; Review: In the area for 3 days, we made this a comfortable home base. The room was in good shape, and the layout was conducive to a good night's sleep, while still giving us a small sitting area. No kitchen clearly, as that was not required this time. Pricing for the 3 nights was all over the place, so one might be careful when booking here. We asked for a quiet room, and for the most part that's what we got (except for the loud neighbors returning, full-volume) at midnight twice. That's difficult to fix. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful, even when we arrived at 2AM. We would probably stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lake Pointe Inn Bed and Breakfast; City: McHenry Garrett County Maryland; Review: We stayed here for 4 nights, one in Sam Leff, and 3 in Savage. The view was excellent in Leff, but the room was smaller. Savage was huge, and on the 3rd floor, but slightly obstructed in the view. We enjoyed each one. The breakfasts, hand-prepared by the owners or the innkeeper were excellent, and each one was different. Fruit, a hot breakfast, coffee, fresh juices. We rarely ate 3 meals during our stay, since the breakfasts kept us going until the mid-afternoon. Delicious! The staff is extremely friendly, and have thought of EVERTHING. I can not think of a single thing we were missing. Fresh-baked cookies, candies always available, DVD library for room viewing, etc., etc. The porch, with it's long view down the lake was a popular place during our rainy stay, and must be lovely when the weather is cooler, although I would imagine there is competition for the rocking chairs. Each room has a fireplace, and since it was so hot for most of our stay they were switched off. Sadly our last night was much colder, and everyone else heard they were again available... we spent the evening commenting how nice a fire would be that night. If we had only known! We've stayed at many inns, but this one was a treat. Take the "lake pointe" in its name seriously - you are way down at one end of the lake, if this matters to you.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Columbus Downtown; City: Columbus Ohio; Review: The staff here tried very hard, but it is clear that not enough money is being spent on this property. The musty smell in the lobby, elevator (!), stairway and rooms is very noticeable. We had a quiet stay for the most part, but I would find a different spot for our next visit. This cost more than I felt the stay was worth.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Extended Stay America Columbia Gateway Drive; City: Columbia Maryland; Review: We were in Columbia for a single night, and decided to go cheaper. I regret the decision. Desk staff was nice enough, but the hotel is a disaster. It's dirty, old and the rooms are simply unusable - a single chair in a queen room, rather than a sofa. I've never before stayed in a hotel where I was actually afraid to go barefoot. It was cheap. Not a good enough reason, if you're looking for a place to stay.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Wilmington North Brandywine; City: Wilmington Delaware; Review: We needed a place to stay for one night in Wilmington, and found this hotel based on its excellent reviews. I have no idea how it has rated the ones it has here. The hotel was dirty, our first room (a junior suite) which we had asked for as a quiet, out of the way room, was right across from the elevator, with the ice machine next to the door. The room itself was just... gross. We downgraded to a smaller room, which unfortunately only had a single chair, and not a sofa. WHAT is going on with hotel rooms these days, that don't come with sufficient seating for 2 adults besides the bed? Minimum for a hotel for me: 1 comfortable bed; a place for 2 people to sit; a clean bath; a quiet night. This hotel failed on all fronts. To paraphrase what people used to say about Ft Worth and Dallas, "There's a nice hotel right across the parking lot" I would recommend staying at the Marriott Courtyard next door. Run from this place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbia; City: Columbia Maryland; Review: We've stayed at this location 3 times over the past few months, and had a decent time on each visit. This time, the lobby was being demolished, and everything was in upheaval. Honestly, if you can stay elsewhere, I would recommend it. The staff at the desk was uninterested, we couldn't get a quiet room out of the way as we had on previous trips, and the breakfast was of even lower level quality than previously. We like the HS in general, but this will have us looking at other hotel brands. For the price, this was simply not good enough, as we explained when checking out. *Crickets*; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Half Mile Farm by Old Edwards; City: Highlands North Carolina; Review: Definitely a wonderful getaway for adults, I'd recommend this spot for the setting, the food (breakfasts were amazing) and the very nice help. The room itself was lovely, large and comfortable, while the bath was spacious and well laid-out. The only reason this review gets 3 rather than 4 stars is that while we asked (2 months in advance) for a quiet, private room, we were given #15, whose balcony overlooks the breakfast and happy hour room. Where they also had live music. We would have enjoyed our stay a good deal more if we could have sat outside a few more hours, with fewer people nearby. This was a disappointment.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Kingsland GA; City: Kingsland Georgia; Review: This is becoming a refrain - the 26/95 hotels just push their rooms too far, before they spend anything on keeping them clean and refreshed. We've stayed here before, and it was not a bargain stop this time either. We won't be back. The room was simply shabby. The chains need to provide better value for the traveling public, especially at these rates.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Suites; City: Orangeburg South Carolina; Review: We've stayed here before and found it decent, but this is our final attempt. Arriving at 9pm but with a reservation we'd had for over a month, instead of our high, quiet room we were given a first-floor room near the side door exit. This guaranteed activity and noise which we thought we would avoid. And this was not an inexpensive stop. The room itself was simply dirty. One wing-back chair with clear spots from heads and behinds, probably never having been cleaned. The carpeting was stained. The sink was broken. The adjoining rooms were noisy, and the AC did not allow you to keep the fan on, to mask the sounds. In summary, just don't bother. We never will again, and the whole Comfort chain has fallen down our list; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Wrangler Men's Cowboy Cut Western Two Pocket Long Sleeve Snap Workshirt; Brand: ; Review: High quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Empire Rock Around Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Cute and durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Empire Rock Around Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Cute and durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TeeHee (Naartjie) Kids Girls Fleece Inner Brushed Leggings 3 Pack; Brand: TeeHee Kids; Review: Warm and comfortable but they pill.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toddler Boys - Girls - Pink, Blue,Red Waterproof Rain Boots With Free Removable inner liner!; Brand: SMI; Review: Very cute. It's a little difficult for my child to get the lining in right.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OshKosh B'Gosh Agassi-G Boy's and Girl's Athletic Jogger (Toddler/Little Kid); Brand: ; Review: Not durable for my one-year-old.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: JSport by Jambu Women's Autumn Boot; Brand: ; Review: Good quality but too tight on top for me to wear. These would work well for people with flat feet.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Nell (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Vertigo (1958); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Time to Kill, A (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bridges of Madison County, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels (1998); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Maltese Falcon, The (1941); Genres: Film-Noir, Mystery; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Mighty Aphrodite (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Three Kings (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: X-Files: Fight the Future, The (1998); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Birds, The (1963); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Brasco (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pan's Labyrinth (Laberinto del fauno, El) (2006); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Stranger than Fiction (2006); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Children of Men (2006); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Painted Veil, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Potter (2006); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Inconvenient Truth, An (2006); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Miss Sunshine (2006); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Science of Sleep, The (La science des rêves) (2006); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Chorus, The (Choristes, Les) (2004); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wordplay (2006); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Departed, The (2006); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Little Children (2006); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Le) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casablanca (1942); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charade (1963); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (Lola rennt) (1998); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Very Long Engagement, A (Un long dimanche de fiançailles) (2004); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Play It Again, Sam (1972); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Talk to Her (Hable con Ella) (2002); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Graduate, The (1967); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia Story, The (1940); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Singin' in the Rain (1952); Genres: Comedy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunset (2004); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Manhattan (1979); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Roman Holiday (1953); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brokeback Mountain (2005); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Hannah and Her Sisters (1986); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: To Catch a Thief (1955); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Maude (1971); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pride & Prejudice (2005); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cinema Paradiso (Nuovo cinema Paradiso) (1989); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (La Vita è bella) (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walk the Line (2005); Genres: Drama, Musical, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Say Anything... (1989); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: And Your Mother Too (Y tu mamá también) (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Wo hu cang long) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It's a Wonderful Life (1946); Genres: Children, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Princess Bride, The (1987); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Good Shepherd, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Match Point (2005); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Proof (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sabrina (1954); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Belle époque (1992); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Brazil (1985); Genres: Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Illusionist, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mostly Martha (Bella Martha) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Witness (1985); Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunrise (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Zhivago (1965); Genres: Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hoover FloorMate Deluxe Hard Floor Cleaner, Moondust; Brand: Hoover; Review: Our son gave this to my wife as a Christmas gift. The vinyl floor in our kitchen is 20 years old and is much harder to keep clean than it once was. On top of that, my wife has debilitating back pain that prevents her from scrubbing on her hands and knees as she would prefer. A few months ago I borrowed my father's older style FloorMate and was impressed at the job it did. However, that model was a bear to get clean after using it, and the way the single divided tank had to be handled was awkward at best. This model fixes all of that. The solution and dirty water tanks are separate and clip in and out of the machine very easily. It cleans every bit as good as the older model. Where it really shines though, is in ease of cleanup after use. The dirty water tank has none of the nooks and crannies of the older model. It rinses out easily and the only enclosed passageway is in the top and it can be rinsed easily as well. The brushes pop off with the press of two latches so they can be rinsed and cleaned in the sink. Best of all, the squeegee head pops off easily and can be rinsed clean in the sink as well. Bravo Hoover for engineering such a well thought out machine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoover Hardwood Floor Cleaner FloorMate Deluxe Corded Bare Floor Cleaner with Foldable Handle FH40165; Brand: Hoover; Review: Our son gave this to my wife as a Christmas gift. The vinyl floor in our kitchen is 20 years old and is much harder to keep clean than it once was. On top of that, my wife has debilitating back pain that prevents her from scrubbing on her hands and knees as she would prefer. A few months ago I borrowed my father's older style FloorMate and was impressed at the job it did. However, that model was a bear to get clean after using it, and the way the single divided tank had to be handled was awkward at best. This model fixes all of that. The solution and dirty water tanks are separate and clip in and out of the machine very easily. It cleans every bit as good as the older model. Where it really shines though, is in ease of cleanup after use. The dirty water tank has none of the nooks and crannies of the older model. It rinses out easily and the only enclosed passageway is in the top and it can be rinsed easily as well. The brushes pop off with the press of two latches so they can be rinsed and cleaned in the sink. Best of all, the squeegee head pops off easily and can be rinsed clean in the sink as well. Bravo Hoover for engineering such a well thought out machine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willow Tree hand-painted sculpted figure, Together (26032); Brand: Willow Tree; Review: My wife had purchased this figurine years ago in Vermont when we were on vacation and when it recently broke beyond repair she was broken hearted as this had special meaning to her! She was thrilled when she found out that she could replace it! Even though it isn't the original one we had it will be a reminder of the special time we had together!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willow Tree You and Me; Brand: Willow Tree; Review: My wife was more than happy when she got this and said it is now one of her favorite's! Well worth the money! She has always loved the Willow figurines so you can't really go wrong when getting her one but she also loved the saying and sentiment that went with it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oneida Voss 20-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Set - Service for 4; Brand: Oneida; Review: This is a very nice set, it's heavy duty which we like and stack nice. Very happy with this purchase!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Campanelli’s Cooking Buddy - Professional Grade All-in-One Pot Holder, Hand Towel, Lid Grip, Tool Caddy, and; Brand: Campanelli Products; Review: My wife got this and really likes the way they work!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stylemaster Renaissance Home Fashion Sophia Dust Ruffle/Bed Skirt, Full, Ivory; Brand: Style Master; Review: My wife loved this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mount-It! MI-802 Floating Wall Mounted Shelf Bracket Stand for AV Receiver, Component, Cable Box, Playstation4, Xbox1, VCR; Brand: Mount-It!; Review: The shelf is quite nice, with a sleek look. The issue I had with it is the swivel hole in the shelf arm was larger than the holes in the wall mount or the swivel bolt. I think the bolt and wall mount bushings were 1/4" and the bushing in the shelf arm was 5/16". At any rate, it meant the shelf tipped down and didn't feel solidly mounted. I had to go to a hardware store and buy a 5/16" bolt, washers and Nylock nut, then drill out the bushings in the wall mount. After that I'm very happy with it, but that shouldn't be the purchaser's job. I subtracted 2 stars for that, but others may have simply returned it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Monsoon; City: Mount Laurel, NJ; Review: I have been to Monsoon several times and have had a consistently enjoyable experience. This is a place I do recommend to friends and family who are looking to try something a bit different in our area. +The staff is pleasant and attentive. +The food has always been fresh and delicious +Nice variety on the menu +All you can eat lunch buffet at a great price -They can get over run on a busy weekend night resulting in some delays. I don't find this much different from most smaller family owned restaurants.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sushi Kingdom; City: Marlton, NJ; Review: I have been here for lunch a few times since the opened. During lunch I feel as though the service is average. Attitudes are mixed but I am tended to nicely and frequently. I feel the food is above average and the all you can eat option is a nice value. In general I do recommend to friends and family to visit the place and I will be back soon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Express; City: Marlton, NJ; Review: The food here is above average and the service is fantastic! The owner, Teddy, and his wife are personable, nice, and amazing with names. We have eaten in and had food delivered more times than I can count. It is great to have a Chinese restaurant like this in our area as we have all been to "not so great" places that can just make your stomach turn. Shanghai Express is and overall great experience and I would recommend to all!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ron's Auto Body & Repair Shop; City: Moorestown, NJ; Review: AVOID AT ALL COSTS! Talk about a nightmare of an experience. Imagine taking your car here for body repair after being involved in an accident. The repair work and parts are approved by the insurance company and work is completed. On the outside your car seems to look repaired, but then you end up at another shop to inspect the completed work and you find out that Ron's shop used epoxy and duck tape to put your car back together, never put the replacement parts in, and essentially stole the insurance company's(and your) money... You have been warned!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Martin's Liquors; City: Mount Laurel, NJ; Review: Selections are OK. For a store this size they could do better both with variety and pricing. If they aren't going to beat Wegmans prices by a decent spread why wouldn't I just grab my items while grocery shopping where it's more convenient? My opinion is that there are better liquor stores in the area.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dunkin'; City: Marlton, NJ; Review: While I'm not the biggest DD fan, this is one of the nicer locations I've been to. +Nice lounge with WiFi, HD TV, and leather couches +I've always had good service over multiple visits +Ample parking +Great location; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CHUlicious; City: Mount Laurel, NJ; Review: 1st visit and the interior was inviting. Friendly staff helped me select a few dishes and we were not disappointed. The crystal wontons were a unique experience that started our meal off on the right track. We followed that with 2 amazing dishes that I would highly recommend; the Princess Chicken and the Basil Chicken. Wonderful meal and will be back soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Eat, Pray, Love; Author: Elizabeth Gilbert; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I absolutely loathed this book. The main character of this memoir came off as seriously self-indulgent. How many people are able to travel overseas for a year to get over a bad relationship? She leaves an ashram in India (nice rich girl in a land full of poverty) and goes to Bali. While at the ashram she was vegetarian. She goes to Bali and eats a pig because, well, she wants to. O guess her vegetarian spiritual journey in India did not take. I found Gilbert's tone whiny. She is not someone I would want to emulate, nor could I afford to emulate her if I wanted to. Perhaps I would like her in real life, but in book life I do not.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: That Used to Be Us: How America Fell Behind in the World It Invented and How We Can Come Back; Author: Thomas L. Friedman; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: This book covers much ground on how the United States is on a downward spiral in terms of innovation and economic progress and societal welfare. It is worth reading for its recommendations on education, improvement of infrastructure, and the discussion on immigration, and the need for a third party. What I found funny about the book is that the authors decry people's distrst of the mainstream media (Friedman writes for the NYTimes). Much of that distrust is merited. For example, Friedman and the New York Times were all for George W. Bush's war in Iraq.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anthem; Author: Ayn Rand; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Poorly written novel. characters were flat, plot was boring, and I felt as if the author was screaming at me. Not a good piece of literature.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Gut: The Inside Story of Our Body’s Most Underrated Organ; Author: Giulia Enders; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Feed that gut bacteria.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The United States of Arugula: How We Became a Gourmet Nation; Author: David Kamp; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: This book focuses on chefs and food critics. If you want to learn about the personalities behind the food revolution, this might be the book for you. Other aspects of the food revolution are not touched upon (e.g. health concerns over the use of pesticides and the USA's increasing non whiteness). The writing s fairly dry, but the information on various food personalities is fascinating.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eating Animals; Author: Jonathan Safran Foer; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: The case Against factory farming Foer describes his own journey to vegetarianism. He describes how farmed animals are raised and killed in the most brutal of conditions. The author also interviews farmers who are involved in raising farmed animals. I would think it would be hard to support factory farming after reading this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bats of the Republic: An Illuminated Novel; Author: Zachary Thomas Dodson; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: 5 stars for excellent graphics. 3 stars for a rather boring "so what?" plot.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eels: An Exploration, from New Zealand to the Sargasso, of the World's Most Mysterious Fish; Author: James Prosek; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: An engaging book that really was very interesting and made me empathetic about the eels plight. A good read for the lay person.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swimming in Circles: Aquaculture and the End of Wild Oceans; Author: Paul Molyneaux; Genres: non-fiction; Review: I found this book a good read and highly informative. It was well-written , and I learned about fish farming and its dangers to the oceans.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: War Against the Weak: Eugenics and America's Campaign to Create a Master Race; Author: Edwin Black; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: Well written. Previous to reading this book I had not been very well informed about eugenics in the United States of America. Frighening.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wolverine Way; Author: Douglas H. Chadwick; Genres: history, children, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Tells the reader why the wolverine is important to the US wilderness. Comes with photos. The author volunteered for the Glacier wolverine Project and knows much about the wolverines. Read this book. Learn about the wolverine and its life in the wild and its problems (mainly human caused).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Water Consciousness: How We All Have to Change to Protect Our Most Critical Resource; Author: Tara Lohan; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Various essays and what threatens he earth's water and what can be done to protect it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Operation Chaos (Operation Otherworld, #1); Author: Poul Anderson; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Really a collection of short stories. The material is dated and does not treat women or people of differnt faith traditions nicely. People of the Johannine tradition are called evil. Demonic. Did not like and would not recommend.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Hands Off the Mideast!: Cuba Speaks Out at the United Nations; Author: Fidel Castro; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: I read through this book tonight. It makes such sad reading because Cuba was right about the U.S. invasion of Iraq. The pamphlet is not well-written. It consists of lots of UN resolutions, but it was interesting reading what Cuba said in 1990 about Iraq.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Which Side Are You on?: Trying to Be for Labor When It's Flat on Its Back; Author: Thomas Geoghegan; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Published in 1991, this book is about the author's work as a labor lawyer. It makes sad reading. Organized labor's demise in the US has had some very sad consequences for workers. Towards the end of the book, Thomas Geoghegan ,mentions his work in organizing nurses in Fairbury, IL who worked at St. Francis Hospital. Living so close to St. Francis (now the mega healthcare organization known as OSF), I found his remarks about the Fairbury nurses particularly interesting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Things They Carried; Author: Tim O'Brien; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: A memoir of the Vietnam War. It is not about military stategy or specific battles. What are the things soldiers carried? Equipment, others, memories, stories all get mentioned. The memories change like the war and what people think about the war. Moving. Does not glorify war. This book made me sad for all the right reasons. "The Things They Carried" reminded me that war is a waste of humanity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Do Unto Animals: A Friendly Guide to How Animals Live, and How We Can Make Their Lives Better; Author: Tracey Stewart; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: A guide to how to make lives of animals that we live with better. The book is divided into three sections: animals we live with at our homes, backyard wildlife and animals that live at the farm. Here's how Tracey Stewert handles how to live with dogs: humans relationships with dogs, how to interpret dog language and how to make a dogs life better ( in this book's case this is doggie massage). Every page of this book is lavished with illustrations. The book is written on heavy paper and built in book marks. While this book might not give much information to the already committed vegan/vegetarian, I think it is a worthwhile book for people to read who are questioning how they treat animals. I plan to donate this book, so hopefully someone will pick it up and change they way they change their treatment of the animals in their lives.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dying to Win: The Strategic Logic of Suicide Terrorism; Author: Robert A. Pape; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: Deals with the internal logic of suicide terrorism and what causes it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Punishment in Search of a Crime: Americans Speak Out Against the Death Penalty; Author: Ian Gray; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Various people speak out against the death penalty. While executions have gone down in the US since this book was written, there are many states that still carry out the death penalty. The arguments against the death penalty still remain. Some of the essayists: Watt Espy: who verified over 16000 executions in american history, Norman Felton, producer of the Man from UNCLE and whose daughter, son-in-law and grandchild was brutally murdered. He is a strong opponent of the death penalty. William Leeke, a former superintendent of corrections; he witnessed two electrocutions. there are many more essays included in this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Darkness at Noon; Author: Arthur Koestler; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Frightening.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Floodpath: The Deadliest Man-Made Disaster of 20th-Century America and the Making of Modern Los Angeles; Author: Jon Wilkman; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: This is a detailed examination of the 1958 collapse of St. Francis Dam near Los Angeles. The resulting flood killed hundreds of people. Wilkman delves in to the possible causes and aftermath of the collapse as well as the local and national politics involved in the disaster. He concludes the book with his well-informed opinions about the dam infrastructure in the United States. I can't say I enjoyed the book due to the dryness (No irony here) writing, but I did learn much about the disaster and dams in general. I would recommend this book for people interested about water rights, the history of LA, or how damns are constructed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pride of Baghdad; Author: Brian K. Vaughan; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, paranormal, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: The story of four escaped lions in Baghdad in April 2003. They escaped the zoo during the US bombing. /the graphics are excellent. The story is well told. This story made me cry. Iraq, still a mess, mostly because of US invasion and occupation. I'll end this review now because I am about to cry.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meat Market: Animals, Ethics, & Money; Author: Erik Marcus; Genres: thriller, non-fiction, crime, mystery; Review: An important book about how farmed animals are treated and the evils of factory farming. A call to action, this book explains the cruelties evil of fa ...more; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sharks: Ancient Predators in a Modern Sea; Author: Salvador Jorgensen; Genres: non-fiction; Review: This copiously illustrated book on sharks is written for the educated non-scientist. The book is divided into five sections: the diversity of sharks, life histories, form and function, strategies and behaviors, and threats and hopes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Postmodernism for Beginners; Author: James N. Powell; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Have fun with postmodernism by reading cartoons!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Town Like Alice; Author: Nevil Shute; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: The first part of the book dealing with the main character's ordeals in WWII Malaysia was fascinating, and very interesting to read. The second part of the book takes place in rural Australia. I did not like the second half of the book, it read too myuch like a capitalist manifesto on how to start business. Was Nevil Shute a fan of Ayn Rand?; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mad Cowboy: Plain Truth from the Cattle Rancher Who Won't Eat Meat; Author: Howard F. Lyman; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Lots of information in this book from an ex-cattleman who decides to tell the truth about this industry - it is mean, greedy and destroying the environment. A bibliography and end notes are offered for the reader who wants to delve more deeply into the grievous harm done by domesticated cattle. Animal agriculture is destroying the earth more than anything else. Even the UN has said so. Do we care? Well perhaps after you dear reader complete this book, you will care to, if not completely swear off meat, at least drastically reduce your meat consumption.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace ... One School at a Time; Author: Greg Mortenson; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Originally I liked this book, but when I found it was full of lies, well now Ioathe it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Buried Giant; Author: Kazuo Ishiguro; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: An old married couple. some warriors (including Sir Gawain), a dragon, an ogres inhabit this book. The book tackles in a very imaginative manner the question of forgetting. i'll write no more, except to say this was a most excellent book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sugar Nation: The Hidden Truth Behind America's Deadliest Habit and the Simple Way to Beat It; Author: Jeff O'Connell; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Not so much about sugar as the damage sugar causes. the book is mostly about prediabetes, diabetes and hypoglycemia. Not what I expected.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thug Kitchen Party Grub: For Social Motherf*ckers; Author: Thug Kitchen; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Good vegan recipes that are meant to be shared. Recipes look delicious and not too complicated. The authors use lots of profanity, so if profanity bothers you dear reader do not read this cookbook.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Music in the Old Bones: Jezebel Through the Ages; Author: Janet Howe Gaines; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction; Review: Jezebel is vindicated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Binding the Strong Man: A Political Reading of Mark's Story of Jesus; Author: Ched Myers; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Excellent! Political hermeneutics is used to look at this gospel. By using a political lenses to examine this gospel the reader can see better why this gospel is good for the marginalized now. This book is for someone who is used to studying the bible from a critical perspective. A classic book on Mark for the non-violent Christian activist to read and savor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The American Plague: The Untold Story of Yellow Fever, the Epidemic that Shaped Our History; Author: Molly Caldwell Crosby; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: How did yellow fever get to the US and what were the epidemics effects? Interesting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Small Wild Cats: The Animal Answer Guide; Author: James G. Sanderson; Genres: non-fiction, fiction; Review: This is an informative book written in question and answer format and concerns small wild cats. Dr. Sanderson researches small wild cats and is the founder of the Small Cat Conservation Alliance. Patrick Watson is the illustrator. I had the pleasure of corresponding by email a couple of times with Dr. Sanderson. It was clear to me that he is a very dedicated scientist who wants to help protect small wild cats. He operates on a shoestring budget. This is a very informative book and reads easily.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Vegetarian Table: North Africa; Author: Kitty Morse; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Good recipes in this book. The cookbook is well illustrated. The book is divided into the following chapters: Appetizers Soups and Salads Egg Dishes Sweet and Savory Stews Side Dishes Couscous, Pasta, and Rice Dishes Savory Pastries, Breads and Sandwiches Desserts and Beverages There is also a section on mail order sources. s; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Savor: Mindful Eating, Mindful Life; Author: Thich Nhat Hanh; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Eating mindfully and living in the now. Very good advice. Thich Nhat Hanh has some good advice which includes many meditations. One does not need to be a buddhist to get lots of help from this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Texts of Terror: Literary-Feminist Readings of Biblical Narratives; Author: Phyllis Trible; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: This is one of the most eye opening books I have read! Tribble writes clearly and candidly. Her stories of what happens to some of the women in the Bible are frightening. She is good at reading between the lines. Her chapter on the Levite's concubine in Judges is truly frightening. Her book definitely makes the point that the Old Testament writings by and large were not kind to women. This is putting it mildly!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beneath the Surface: Killer Whales, SeaWorld, and the Truth Beyond Blackfish; Author: John Hargrove; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: John Hargrove, former orca trainer at Sea World blows the whistle on their Orca captivity program. He describes how he became a trainer and how the whales were trained. In the process, he describes the various problems orcas face in captivity. The orcas held in captivity at Sea World really are treated like slaves. Highly family oriented, orca females are artificially inseminated, and their children are often separated, either taken to a different Sea World location or sold for millions of dollars. Hargrove goes into detail about how he became a trainer, what he did as a trainer, and the problems that are caused by holding orcas in captivity. He does not come off as bitter, but as a man who would like to improve conditions for the orcas held in captivity, as well as end any future additions to the orcas at Sea World and similar marine parks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Day in December: Celia Sánchez and the Cuban Revolution; Author: Nancy Stout; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Celia Sanchez worked closely with Fidel and was an integral part of the Cuban Revolution. People in Cuba are very familiar with Celia Sanchez and admire her greatly. People get married in front of her terracotta monument in Manzanillo. Sadly Sanchez's story is virtually unknown of in the rest of the West. One Day in December rectifies this. While the writing is not great, neither is it bad. I was fascinated learning about the Cuban Revolution, and Celia's very important part in it. I am glad I read this book. Women are often relegated to the footnotes, and this book does a good job of restoring Celia Sanchez's place in history.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uprooted; Author: Naomi Novik; Genres: history, young-adult, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I read the book for a book club I am in. I enjoyed the book, but I didn't like one of the plot lines of the book - the evil woods and what the wood plans to do. It is an engaging Bildungsroman. The main character Agnieszka and gradually discovers and what she was capable of and where she belongs. I did enjoy it. I am not sure I would recommend it though. I did not find the story that interesting to merit 400 pages.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Genocide of One; Author: Kazuaki Takano; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: What if a new humanoid species evolved that was smarter than homo sapiens? How would the two species coexist? That is the theme of the book. This book was a little overlong, perhaps the author could have cut back on some of his political remarks, but still it was an interesting book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Just City (Thessaly, #1); Author: Jo Walton; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Pallas Athene creates a Just city based on Plato's Republic. To do this she obtains children from different times and sends them to the Just City which is located on an island far from other civilizations. I enjoyed this book because it deals with Plato, has Greek Gods Athene and Apollo and even has robots. Sokrates also has a major role in this book! Warning - there are rapes and near-rape scenes in this book. The rape scenes are not gratuitous. These Her description on childbirth - one of the best descriptions I have ever read! I am willing to read the next book in the series and discover how the grand experiment turns out. Well done, Jo Walton!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Joe Steele; Author: Harry Turtledove; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Can a Stalin take over the US? In Joe Steele a US version of Joe Stalin does. I only finished this book because I had to read it for a book club. I didn't think the writing was especially engaging , and I did not care for how the story progressed. I think a very politically conservative reader who likes "Doomsday Preppers" might like this book.'; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Three-Body Problem (Remembrance of Earth’s Past, #1); Author: Liu Cixin; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Fascinating account of the search for extra-terrestrials and equally fascinating because it is not set in the Western world. I enjoyed the science fiction book especially since it took place mainly in China. I also found the description of the alien civilizations of Trisolaris unique.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Chippy's Last Expedition: The Remarkable Journal of Shackleton's Polar-Bound Cat; Author: Caroline Alexander; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, children, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: An amazing cat! Mrs. Chippy has a more interesting story than Shackleton.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ugly American; Author: William J. Lederer; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: this book really opened my eyes, I haven't been the same since.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Voices from Chernobyl: The Oral History of a Nuclear Disaster; Author: Svetlana Alexievich; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Svetlana Alexievich interviewed many people for three years, and she has let people speak in their own words about how Chernobyl affected them. She interviewed children, clean up workers, and others who experienced the aftermath of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. By giving voices to the people who directly suffered by Chernobyl, the author lets the reader understand the true horror of what happened. The stories were deeply moving.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Cosmopolitanism and Forgiveness; Author: Jacques Derrida; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: A wonderful book. thoughtful musings on forgiveness, cities of refuge and concern with the underdog. Arguably Derrida at his finest.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glitches (The Lunar Chronicles, #0.5); Author: Marissa Meyer; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Interesting short story about Cinder, a bionic girl. I would be interested in reading the series after reading this story. cinder and her workld appear interesting.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Horses; Author: Yukio Mishima; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Political intrigue abounds in this book. The hero of the book, Isao, is a young man who leads a plot to murder some business leaders. He feels that capitalism run rampant has tarnished respect for the Emperor. This book goes very slowly and much of the book revolves around feelings. Don't expect a thriller. A very languid book. Having lived in Japan for a few years, I feel that this book may not be of interest to a Westerner who is not able to attempt to get into the mind of another culture that has different ideas on honor, beauty and religion. I did very much like the book, but it was difficult at times to read since the pace of the novel (until the last 100 pages or so) is very slow.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If Frogs Had Wings; Author: Daniel Joseph Farside; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: Seemed like the author mentioned every modern conspiracy theory in the book. also he heavily quoted from 1984 (whole pages) and the Gospel of John. Incredibly bad. Not even written well. I loathed this book.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vegan Freak: Being Vegan in a Non-Vegan World; Author: Bob Torres; Genres: non-fiction; Review: Being fairly new to veganism when I read this book, I found it very helpful and funny.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Future of Freedom: Illiberal Democracy at Home and Abroad; Author: Fareed Zakaria; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: The premise of the book is that democracy and freedom are not the same thing. Zakaria believs that too much direct democracy is bad. He believes that the indirect republican form of democracy is the best form of governance that leads to more freedom than direct democracy does. I agree with the author that freedom and democracy are not the same thing. Minority rights can be trampled by direct democracy where people make the laws. Just witness the results Proposition 8 in California. A few polls have even shown that many United States citizens think that The Bill of Rights is too radical. Conversely, a republican democracy is better able to protect minority rights and give freedom to more people. The Civil Rights Act in the 60s probably never would have passed under a direct democracy. I part with the author most importantly is his sometimes praise of dictatorships where the author contends that there is more freedom than in what he calls so-called democracy. He points out that under the Indonesian dictator Suharto, Indonesia was economically richer and more secular than the democracy that replaced it. Is this true? Ask the hundreds of thousands killed by Suharto's armed forces from 1965-1966. Then ask what the people of East Timor thought. The Indonesians invasion of East Timor killed around 200,000 people in East Timor out of a population of about 700,000. I think Zakaria should not be praising a mass murderer. I found the book interesting and thought provoking. It made me think about democracy and freedom and had many interesting and important observations about the state of freedom in the world. But be forewarned, the author does not necessarily understand and/or take into account all issues of freedom and human rights. For his approval of a mass-murderer I give this book only one star.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Great Auk; Author: Errol Fuller; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: Sadly, the great auk is no longer with us due to stupid human beings. This book made me very sad, because human beings keep on repeating the same environmental mistakes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bears: A Year in the Life; Author: Matthias Breiter; Genres: non-fiction; Review: This book is about the bears of North America - polar bears, and black and brown bears. The book is organized by month. For each month, the life of each bear species is compared. For example, for the month of November hibernation is the main topic under discussion. The author compares the different hibernations of each species of bear and the scientific reason behind those differences. His explanation of hibernation is very interesting and is written so that a non-scientist can understand what the author is writing about. Each chapter is lavished with excellent photography that illustrate the points being made. One of the photos the author includes is of a hyper-obese female bear at denning time. It is a fantastic photograph that accompanies the text, and it helps illustrate why female bears need to pack on a lot of fat before they hibernate. Bears is a wonderful book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements; Author: Eric Hoffer; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Attempts to explain why certain people believe in conspiracy theories. After reading this book, I decided never again to try to reason with a truther. It has save me much aggravation.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Reader's Guide to William Faulkner: The Novels; Author: Edmond L. Volpe; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction; Review: helpful.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Why Call Them Back From Heaven?; Author: Clifford D. Simak; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Is the soul immortal? If it is and physical immortality is available, should humanity chose physical immortality over spiritual immortality? These are some of the interesting question this book by Clifford Simak asks in a most engaging manner. The story takes place in the mid-22nd century. The main character, Dan Frost, works at the Forever Center. The Forever Center has billions preserved dead people under ice waiting for the second immortal life. Dan finds a top secret Forever Center memo and then loses it. Dan winds up on trial for treason and is sentenced to ostracism from the human race. Any person who helps Dan will face stern punishment from the authorities. Dan will however, get a chance at the second life. Throughout history there have been stories about human immortality - both physical and spiritual. Clifford Simak spins his own interesting story about such a quest. In *Why Call Them Back from Heaven?* the problems of humanity striving for a second chance at a physical life are many. For example, one problem with the second life is that people need a nest egg for the second life. So people lead very frugal lives in order to save up for the next life. Their lives are so frugal that they don't have any fun - no concerts, no sports, no entertainment, no vacations. "The space in front of the drug counter was packed. People stopping on the way to pick up their dream pills - hallucinatory drugs - that would give them a few pleasant hours come evening....there were those who felt they needed them - something to make up for what they might be missing, the excitement and adventure of those former days when man walked hand in hand with a death that was an utter ending. They thought, perhaps, that the present life was a drab affair, that it had no color in it, and that the purpose they must hold to was a grinding and remorseless purpose." (pages 13-14). *Why Call Them Back From Heaven?* is a nice, interesting read. Dan's quest for survival and the other people he meets are this heart of the plot of this thin book. I really enjoyed it. There are also many interesting ideas about life and death brought up in the book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Long Walk: The True Story of a Trek to Freedom; Author: Slavomir Rawicz; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Almost certainly did not happen. It should have been written as a book of fiction. Then I would have enjoyed the book much more. From Wikipedia: "Various people have researched the veracity of the story. Examples include: Witold Glinski, a Polish survivor of the war, claimed that he was the person who did "the long walk". Reader's Digest published his story in 2009.[15][16] Leszek Gliniecki, another Polish war survivor, claims to have multiple documents showing that Glinski could not have been there.[citation needed] Linda Willis did a decade of research on most parts of the story, without reaching a definite conclusion, but cleared up some details.[17] Leszek Gliniecki has copies of official documents which state that Witold Glinski was born in 1926 (22 November), was sent into forced exile to a special settlement Kriesty in Arkhagelsk Oblast (Province), Russia, and stayed there from 24 February 1940 to 2 September 1941. This is confirmed by the international organisation "Memorial", the Polish Institute of National Remembrance and the Arkhangelsk Province archives. The above information would not allow Witold Glinski to take part in the Long Walk. Archives of the Polish Army in the West, and his death certificate Confirm that Witold Glinski was born in 1926."; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Name is Rachel Corrie; Author: Rachel Corrie; Genres: history, poetry, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Purposely run over by an Israeli bulldozer on purpose. Rachel Corrie has still not received any justice. Rachel is a martyr for peace in Palestine. I had the privilege of meeting Rachel's parents in front of Cat headquarters in Peoria, Il. this probably colors my review. If you dear reader are hostile towards the Palestinians, you will probably not like this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Other Lands Have Dreams: Letters From Pekin Prison; Author: Kathy Kelly; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Kathy Kelly embodies the ideal of concern and compassion for others. Kelly has served time in prison for her peacemaking including a stint in Pekin Federal Prison Camp for crossing the line at the School of the Americas in Fort Benning, Georgia. If you ever wondered why some people do civil disobedience, this book is a good place to start. Kathy Kelly is one of my heroes. I do know her, so I my review may be biased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christ: A Crisis in the Life of God; Author: Jack Miles; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Jack Miles, author of the Pulitzer Prize - winning *God -a Biogaphy* has written an excellent literary analysis of Christ in the New Testament. What is the "crisis" referred to in the title? The crisis is that God has not delivered his Chosen People from 500 years of oppression. How does God solve this problem? Answer: God/Christ commits sacred suicide. This is Miles' provocative conclusion from his stirictly literary analysis the Christian Bible. How does Miles arrive at the conclusion? You, dear reader, should read the book in order to appreciate how he develops his plot and arrives at his conclusion. And believe me, there is a plot! A caution is in order. Miles writes and studies Christ from a strictly literary point of view. He is not interested in the historical Jesus. If one reads this only to learn about the fundamentalist Jesus, the traditional Christian Jesus, or the historical Jesus, then this book will not satisfy! If on the other hand, you want to experience a great Biblical reading adventure, then buy and read this book! I also would recommend that a reader, who is unfamiliar with literary critism and postmodernism, study and read Miles' appendices. "Appendix I" deals with the biblical canon and "Appendix II" deals with the history of critcal analysis of the Bible (e.g. historical criticism, canonical criticism, literary critcism)and how to appreciate the Bible as art. I did not always agree with the author, but I enjoyed how he told the story of Christ. As a postmodern Christian, I will not privilege my reading over his. Have fun reading *Christ: a Crisis in the Life of God*!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Thermonuclear War; Author: Herman Kahn; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Evil. Dr. Strangelove was arguably based on Herman Kahn. Kahn believes that one can survive a nuclear war. I guess if you are interested in the thinking of a highly intelligent person who believes society can survive a nuclear war, you should read this book. I gave it one star because of his ideas.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nuclear Disaster in the Urals; Author: Zhores A. Medvedev; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: The author recounts a nuclear power disaster and how it was covered up. Zhores Medvedev and other opponents of nuclear power were not listened to, and voila, Chernobyl. I had the privilege of hearing Zhores Medvedev speak at the University of Illinois. He is a great man. He was imprisoned in a Soviet mental asylum because of his dissent. I gave this book 4 stars because of the issues that the author raises, not for the writing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Persistent Peace: One Man's Struggle for a Nonviolent World; Author: John Dear; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: A good man, an interesting story, but I deducted a star for his self-aggrandizement and exageration.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Book Of Ammon; Author: Ammon Hennacy; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Inspirational story of Ammon Hennacy, an anarchist associated with the catholic worker movement. Lots of interesting stories and moments. Recommended for activists who aren't afraid of the word "anarchism".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Anti-War Cartoons; Author: Craig Yoe; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Covering no war in particular (a sad comment in the ubiquity of war), these mainly black and white cartoons cover the various horrors of war and war-making. These anti-war cartoons are from various periods of history. Some are from the 1600s. The book is divided into several topics. The cartoons that are used to illustrate that topic, such as famine, suffering, weapons, and the horrors of war. Muhammad Yunnus, winner of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize, introduces the cartoons. He concludes his introductions with the following words, "This book presents a collection of cartoons by many different atit from many different countries about many different wars, but in the end, they all bring the same message to us. The message is that we have the choice to bring out the worst in us, as it always happens in wars. But, also, we have the ability to bring out the best in ourselves, helping others, building sustainable economies, and raising our children in hope, safety, wealth, and, most of all, peace."; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: (R)evolution (Phoenix Horizon #1); Author: P.J. Manney; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: It was okay. Felt it went on rather too long. I do not plan on reading any other books in this series. The first part of the book was exciting, but the book quickly went downhill for me. I din't like any of the characters, and I felt that there was too much conspiracy nonsense for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A History of the World in 6 Glasses; Author: Tom Standage; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Interesting book if one is interested in history and the importance of drink throughout history. The drinks mentioned are: beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and coke. I found the tie in between history and what people drank to be fascinating.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goblin Emperor; Author: Katherine Addison; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: No action here. The main character is a reactive person. Not sure why the author felt that she needed to have goblins and elves in this story. Also the world building was unnecessary.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal; Author: Mary Roach; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: This book discusses the human alimentary canal from the mouth to the anus. Topics discussed include, saliva, chewing food, the stomach and gastric juices, the colon, farts and poop. The author includes many (often humourous) anecdotes. Along the way the reader learns about the amazing alimentary canal and the scientific process. I also found this book valuable because after reading this book I was able to understand more what some friends have suffered though with C. diff. and ostomy bags. I would recommend this book to readers who are interested in how the human body works. Good job, May Roach.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Planet for Rent; Author: Yoss; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: This was a very enjoyable read. Earth had been taken defeated by aliens and now is a travel destination for various alien races known as "xenoids". Earth's economy revolves around tourism and providing fro the various xenoids that come to visit. The book consists of several stories that are connected at the end. I especially enjoyed the descriptions of the various alien races. Recommended if one is interested in an interesting, but easy read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse; Author: Victor Gischler; Genres: history, young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: A delightful romp through post-apocalyptic America. A fun spoof of a genre that is often serious (for obvious reasons).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief; Author: Lawrence Wright; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: An exhaustive accounting of the start and inner workings of Scientology.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Captain Underpants (Captain Underpants, #1); Author: Dav Pilkey; Genres: young-adult, comics, children, paranormal, graphic, fantasy, fiction; Review: Hilarious!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel Catbird, Vol. 1 (Angel Catbird, #1); Author: Margaret Atwood; Genres: young-adult, romance, comics, paranormal, graphic, fantasy, fiction; Review: I enjoyed this book. It is geared to a YA audience, but that does not really bother me. this is not normal Atwood fare, so beware if you want to read this book because you liked Atwood's other books. There area also various asides in the books concerning cat welfare. Reasons I enjoyed the book: 1. I enjoyed the plot - nothing complicated. A super hero book 2. cats 3. bats 4.vampire 5. rats; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Volcanoes in Human History: The Far-Reaching Effects of Major Eruptions; Author: Jelle Zeilinga de Boer; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: The book looks at several volcanic eruptions and their effects on human society. Interesting read. Readers in geology and/or volcanoes would find this book a good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion in the Living Room: How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over the World; Author: Abigail Tucker; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: If you like house cats then this is the book for you. It describes how the house cat domesticated itself and the consequences of it domestication. Interesting. While much of this book is not new, it does contain lots of detail and interesting anecdotes. Best enjoyed with your killer feline napping by your side. Keep you cat inside though. They are killers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wonders of the National Parks: A Geology of North America; Author: Ford Cochran; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction; Review: This was the guide book that came with The Great Courses Plus course called by the same name. Wonderful course. Next time I go to one of the national parks, I'll be sure to see if the park is covered by this course.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Between the World and Me; Author: Ta-Nehisi Coates; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: This book is about the author's experience as a black man in The United States of America. Dear reader, who not a person of color, I recommend this book. The author delivers a powerful message of what is like to live as a black man in the USA. It is not pleasant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freedom Is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement; Author: Angela Y. Davis; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Angela Davis, talks about freedom movements both past and present, and how justice movements are all connected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hegemony How-To: A Roadmap for Radicals; Author: Jonathan Smucker; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: This book addresses the question of why many progressive campaigns fail and why some prevail. Smucker addresses organizers and ways to get their ideas and campaigns more successful. The book will be especially appreciated by seasoned progressive activists. Smucker believes, and I tend to think he is correct, that to gain the upper hand in people's minds a hegemony of progressive ideas needs to exist. He also recognizes that many left-wing organizers need to not be afraid of political power. That is the way things change in society, for better or worse.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Borrowed Man; Author: Gene Wolfe; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: A okay mystery with sci-fi elements - robots- cloned humans and a portal into another planet.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Colony in a Nation; Author: Christopher L. Hayes; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: A succinct overview of a divided nation. The nation is mainly composed of people of privilege who enjoy a good life. The colony is composed of everyone else and is heavily policed. Much of the job of the police is to make sure the colony does not impinge upon the nation. Good description of this United States. My one main complaint about the book is that it does not offer any solutio; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cat Did Not Die; Author: Inger Frimansson; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery, fiction; Review: A bad version of Crime and Punishment. The cat had a very minor role in this book; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Frontier Earth; Author: Bruce Boxleitner; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: I was surprised that I really enjoyed this book. Boxleitner spins a wonderful yarn that takes place on Earth during the Earp and Clanton fights in tombstone, AZ. There are also frightening aliens. Enjy this book. It is a good story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hand to Mouth: Living in Bootstrap America; Author: Linda Tirado; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Are you middle-class or above and live in the US. Never been poor (paycheck to paycheck and having trouble making utility bills for instance)? Then this is a book for you. The author describes her experience with being poor. It is not pretty. Seriously read this book and either gain empathy or strengthen your empathy with human being who are often looked down upon because they are poor.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wake of Vultures (The Shadow, #1); Author: Lila Bowen; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: A fantasy Western with monsters and a gender fluid main character. It was a good yarn!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saturn Run; Author: John Sandford; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Enjoyable read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century; Author: Timothy Snyder; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: Good read. Just how could the US slide into tyranny. Snyder looks at the past to see how this could happen. Snyder the offers solutions to counter tyranny.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Ikea 201.109.03 Lersta Floor/Reading Lamp, Aluminum; Brand: IKEA; Review: Got this to replace tall torch light. When the box came in I couldn't figure it what it could be. Anyway easy to put together and love that it takes regular bulb and can aim where I need light. It is shorter than I thought but compared to the old light this is 100% better; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BluDri GTRP1515 Grizzly Tarps 15 x 15 Feet Blue Multi Purpose Waterproof Poly Tarp Cover 5 Mil Thick 8 x; Brand: B-Air; Review: The reason for the 1 star is the manufacturing portion the eyelets do not match up if you fold tarp in half on the 20' side. Yeah I know if I wanted a 10' I should have bought a 10' but I should be able to us at either length. I got this to hang off the house to extend the garage opening. I put all these nice hooks on the house and bought a couple tent poles . So far so good then I decided I only wanted 10' out and the eyelets do not line up on the other end. So now I just have it thrown over the dogs houses and pens.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crescent CMTS4 Switchblade Multi-Purpose Cutter; Brand: Apex Tool Group; Review: Nice heavy duty. I have not tied to kill them because why would I .. I needed some snippers for around the house, there is always one more that you need for a job and this takes care of all my simple needs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pkg of (2) Corner Gate Latch Sets for Stake Body Gates - Clear Zinc; Brand: Boxer Tools; Review: Way way way to big for my needs. Very heavy duty but not good for small shed doors but would do great for a large gate like it was probably made for; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KES cUPC NSF Certified BRASS Pull Down Kitchen Faucet Modern Single Large Tall Commercial Pullout Bar Sink Faucet with Swivel; Brand: Kes; Review: This is so freaking awesome !!! This is so great that I bought one for me and then this one for my Mother in Law. I installed mine but hired a plumber to install MIL (well this and dammit a garbage disposal too ) I have had mine for about 4 months and hers for about a month. We both love the versatility of the sprayer and mobility of either side of the sink.. I decided on this faucet over the other 5 thousand was the ability to replace the pull out hose/handle. Some of the other reviews of a gazillion faucets most did not have a replacement hose. Now yeah it has some power to the sprayer portion of this , so I try to make sure that I already have it pulled from the base first, and oooops worse case is hmmmm wipe up the extra spray on the counter or back of sink. Oh yeah and most important of all make sure you get the baseplate to cover extra sink holes if you decide to get this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motion Pro - 08-0590 - Magnetic Nut Driver Set (1); Brand: Motion Pro; Review: I Love the compact design. I have one in each vehicle and of course the handle too. Oh I had purchased handle separate. I think that this should come standard with every vehicle purchase whether it is metric or standard according to vehicle needs. Oh and it is a little larger than the pic lol plus this would be a great stocking stuffer of Birthday gift. Very nice set.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TEKTON 2928 14-Piece Power Nut Driver Bit Set; Brand: TEKTON; Review: I have a set in my car, truck, garage and shop. Yeah it is easier than trying to find it when you need it so I have several. Great set; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Aonang Princeville Resort; City: Ao Nang Krabi Town Krabi Province; Review: We stayed here for the last 3 days of our trip around Thailand. We were really impressed. Its in a great location, being just across the road from the beach. The rooms are very tastefully decorated and we had a balcony with a nice view of the swimming pool. Staff were very friendly, breakfast was really nice - best choice that we had in the whole holiday. Would stay there again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raming Lodge Hotel Spa; City: Chiang Mai; Review: We had reserved the Secret Garden after the brilliant reviews it had online, but after struggling with the distance from town, decided to book last minute at the Raming Lodge for just one night. I have to say it was a lovely hotel, set back slightly from the road - near to the Night Bazaar, on the main road for the bars and restaurants. The staff were very helpful, the decor was lovely throughout and the room was one of the best we stayed in. Clean, tidy, traditionally Thai furniture. Great location - right in the heart of the City, but we had no problem with noise. Definitely would stay there again if I returned to Chiang Mai.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Village Paraiso Tropical; City: Morro de Sao Paulo Ilha de Tinhare State of Bahia; Review: A friend with a Brazilian wife suggested that we go to Morro De Sao Paulo, which seems to be a hidden gem - certainly as far as Brits are concerned. We didn't any Brits on the island and it seems that the Brazilians have kept this to themselves and I don't blame them!! Its an amazing island with everything you could wish for. I struggled with which beach to stay on...and was soo pleased we chose this place. Its bang on beach 3 - close enough to wander to beach 4 and have absolute seclusion and chill time and 2 mins walk from beach 2 and all the night time action. Brillant!! The staff don't speak good english, but we found that to be the case in most places in Brazil. The room was ok, pretty basic and expensive - but the whole of Morro is pretty much the same. It was a reasonable price for high season - but the grounds are lovely, the swimming pools are great (and the hammocks!) and its just in an excellent location. Would definitely stay there again...heaven!! Only downside - breakfast was a bit rubbish - too much cake and not enough fresh fruit, yoghurt etc - so not a great amount of choice...but it was no real biggie for us.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Del Rey Quality Hotel; City: Foz do Iguacu State of Parana; Review: We spent 3 nights at the Hotel Del Rey during December 2011. Its a decent little hotel - rooms are nice and clean and the staff are helpful and friendly. Best of all it has a great rooftop pool and bar, which is needed in the heat there. Its also very handy for the falls being literally a stone's throw from the bus stop - cross the road and wait at the stop (its opposite the hostel with the Copacabana style pavement) - you can catch a bus directly to the Brazilian side of the falls and also to the airport as well as (I think its the white bus) to the Argentinian side of the falls. Its easy peesy and its soo much cheaper than going with an organised tour. There's also a nice Churrascaria next door to it, which is very reasonable. Definitely the best choice for us in Foz.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bahia Othon Palace; City: Salvador State of Bahia; Review: We stayed here over Xmas 2011, thinking we would spend 3 nights just chilling out in a nice hotel and thats exactly what we did!! Its a kind of cavernous hotel - the lobby is huge and I have to say it misses a nice, cosy bar. The bar thats there is kind of dumped in the lobby, which is a shame. The rooms aren't what you would call 5 star in the UK or other parts of the world - but they're nice enough. The breakfast is brilliant - loads of choice....except you have to ask for tea - they do have it but never seem to put it out...The swimming pool area is lovely - bit of a nag having to traipse across to it but its a great area for relaxing and the pool bar is tops. There's always a free sunbed and the food is pretty good. You get a great view of the sun setting over the sea as well from here. Its a bit of a hike to the lighthouse and at night it is a bit dodgy (although we walked it several times without issue) so if you're not confident don't walk, get a bus or taxi. Or better still if you want more action stay further up the road nearer the lighthouse. We just wanted to relax and this hotel met our needs perfectly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bridge Hotel; City: Greenford Ealing Greater London England; Review: I stayed at the hotel for just one night when visiting my friend's daughter's christening in Greenford. The main reason for staying here was cost and location, but I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. Its bang on a main road and the area surrounding it isn't the prettiest, but the staff were friendly, it has a really nice 'pub' bar with comfy seats, the rooms are decent sized, clean and modern. I booked online and got breakfast included, which was pretty good as well. I had no problem with the noise outside - in fact my only issue with noise were the inconsiderate guests standing chatting loudly outside my door at stupid o'clock in the morning! Definately would recommend it if you want to be in that part of London.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Queens Hotel Kandy; City: Kandy Kandy District Central Province; Review: We stayed in Kandy for 3 nights. We originally booked somewhere else, but in the end decided on here because of the location bang in the centre of the city. I'd read some negative reviews and was concerned it might be a little tired and run down, but I was pleasantly surprised. Although there is a feeling that it has seen better days, its a kind of nostalgic feeling of faded grandeur rather than a feeling of it being uncared for. I personally loved the sweeping staircase, the wooden floors and the large airy rooms. It was one of the better hotels we stayed in during our trip round Sri Lanka. Staff were very helpful, the bar inside the hotel makes for a pleasant stop off [even if you're not stopping at the hotel] and the pool area is a welcome retreat. Buffet breakfast was ok, pretty standard - but plenty of choice compared to others we've stayed at. My only complaint was the noise of not outside but our neighbours! Our room had a connecting door with the next room [which was locked] but the occupants were rather loud. Our room overlooked the pool on the second floor and noise that others have referred to from the street was not an issue for us. All in all I would recommend this as a great base for Kandy, its a nice hotel right by the Temple of the Tooth.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: EKHO Safari; City: Tissamaharama Southern Province; Review: Although I have to say that this hotel is stunning to look at- the rooms, the location by the lake, the lobby area, the swimming pool etc is really wonderful....BUT you are paying for it. It isn't the cheapest of options and really we had expected a better standard of service than we got. One minute staff are acting like they're silver service trained, but they haven't got the basics right. I think one person referred to the staff as 'inept' rather than unhelpful, which I would agree with. Just a couple of examples...ordering a drink when in the swimming pool and being half way out of the pool, dripping wet with staff shoving a paper under my nose to sign for the drinks....having staff put serviettes on your lap while you are eating....never being asked if you would like another drink etc We had also asked if they could arrange a Safari and were told that they don't. We asked for the price of a tuk tuk into town and they couldn't tell us (and didn't offer to get one or a taxi). Just a bit blase really about everything. The pool was full of dead flies and we asked them to clean the pool and were told that there was nothing they could do about it.. Food was horrible and overpriced. Stay clear of the chicken sandwiches, I really could not believe they could go so wrong but yuk...bits of grisel and all sorts in it. Even when you leave stuff they don't ask if it was ok. They also have no idea about cocktails...I ordered a Caiporoska and got some sort of weird orange drink with a bit of ice and two slices of lime.....hmm turns out they've put grenadine in it?! We had to explain that this was not the cocktail they were supposed to make and they said that was how they did it...? To be fair I got it changed to a more familiar looking pina colada! Given the area its no surprise that the mosquitos were out in force, but not a coil to be seen or a net in the room. Finally on the day we left we had the bill calculated (a ten min wait) while around 5 staff stood about at reception. I asked where the bill for the room was...cue confused faces and lots of talking between each other...again I asked and eventually got told payment had already been taken (despite having booked it through booking.com to pay on leaving). I had been in the hotel when the payment had been taken and I had no idea...wasn't too happy about that as I may have wished to use a different card than originally booked with. Wonderful location and views, if you can cope with the inept and ineffective staff...but eat elsewhere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Colombo; City: Colombo Western Province; Review: We stayed in the Hilton at the beginning of our holiday in Sri Lanka for two nights to unwind after the flight somewhere nice. The hotel lobby and restaurant area is beautiful but as others have said the rooms need updating. They are ok, but just ok, I expected more. Staff are pleasant and helpful, we checked in much earlier than we were meant to and the reception had a room for us within an hour. Seems to be the best place to eat in town as well with lots coming from outside the hotel to eat. We had drinks in the pub they had in there, which was good and we ate in the Italian restaurant too which wasn't bad either. The swimming pool is located a fair way away from the main hotel...you have to walk over a bridge to it and it is a bit scruffy over there with loads of crows everywhere. Our towels got pooped on several times while sat there. Not the nicest of areas, but the pool bar was nice enough. Overall a good stay, but not the standard I expected from the Hilton.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Old Rectory Hotel; City: Wem Shropshire England; Review: We stayed at this hotel for one night on a special Facebook deal over the bank holiday for £85 which included one night stay and a two course Sunday dinner. It is a gorgeous old Manor house, set in lovely grounds. The staff are so nice and professional - nothing is too much trouble and the bedrooms are immaculate. Food was excellent - we decided to extend to three courses - and were absolutely stuffed! Loved our stay and would definitely return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ronsard; City: Tours Indre et Loire Centre Val de Loire; Review: We spent two nights in this hotel at the very beginning of our tour around France. We had booked the Ronsard based on price and the reviews on Trip Advisor and weren't disappointed. It was easy for us to find, being just off the main road into Tours and luckily we managed to find a parking spot right outside, not just once but twice, which needless to say was handy for us, although there is other parking nearby. Staff were very pleasant and helpful giving us a map and directions around the town. The hotel is in a great location very close to the bars, restaurants and shops. Tours is a great base for visiting the chateaux in the area and it was very simple to get out of the town from here. The room was fine - nice and modern decor although a bit on the small side. My only complaint was the bathroom door which was a sliding glass door, which is not very private when you can see your partner on the loo (especially as there is a gap down the side of the door). Not recommended for a romantic stay!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel de L Amphitheatre; City: Nimes Gard Occitanie; Review: Although I have titled my review 'hidden gem' unlike others I didn't find it difficult to find at all, in fact it is signposted right outside of the Arena. We arrived in Nimes on a whim, followed the signs for the Arena car park (which is literally 5 mins walk away from the hotel), parked up and went to the tourist office in the square to get a list of hotels. Hotel L'Amphitheatre was the nearest hotel (except for one other) and when the first had no vacancies we headed straight over there. Luckily for us there was one room available - and what a room it was!! 89 Euros well spent. Room number 1 was beautiful and refurbished, as the rest of the hotel, in a sympathetic and tasteful fashion. It was probably the largest room we had in travelling around France, with an uber comfy bed. Location was spot on being literally a stone's throw from the amphitheatre and close to lots of little bars and boutique shops. We visited a tiny local bar and a pint of lager and a wine was under 5 euros - bargain! And the locals were very friendly too. The hotel is run by a very friendly and helpful couple who speak excellent English (he should he's from Cornwall!). Only 1 minor cricticism - the breakfast was expensive for what it was (I think it was 10 Euros) - fresh fruit, yoghurt, meats, cheese and bread. Whilst it was nice (and there were lovely homemade jams) there wasn't a lot and we have had breakfasts in a number of hotels in France which had cooked food and more choice which we felt were better value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Best Western Plus Karitza; City: Biarritz Basque Country Pyrenees Atlantiques Nouvelle A; Review: We decided to stop unscheduled in Biarritz for 2 nights and this hotel was perfect for us. Parking is easy (there is a car park attached to the hotel, free parking on the road opposite and a car park a stone's throw away. The walk into town is under 10 mins (although be warned the short cut through the gardens is quite steep on the way back...a few drinks helps!) so well located. Staff were very friendly and spoke good English, pool was very welcome in the heat and the rooms are funky and stylish. Would definitely stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Villa Nice Victor Hugo; City: Nice French Riviera Cote d Azur Provence Alpes Cote d Azur; Review: We stayed at this hotel for the last three nights of our holiday in France. I'd only booked it a few days before we left realising that Nice was spectacularly busy that weekend as it was Bastille Day..., I was unsure how good it would be but it was beautifully decorated throughout - very modern 'chateau' style which I loved. Big comfy bed, nice open shower etc - all very new fittings. My only issues were 1) the first member of staff we met a man was lovely, spoke excellent English and was very helpful but we never saw him again and the rest were not so friendly. 2) we reported immediately after we arrived on the Saturday that there was damage to to the bathroom doorframe meaning we could not close the door. Although the lady apologised she offered no solution except it would be fixed on Monday ( it wasn't). We actually thought that someone had tried to force it shut and hence the damage so we think it had been like that for a while . Lastly the lift was minuscule if you were on the large side you wouldn't get in it! However overall it was a lovely hotel in a great location (5 mins from beach and old town). Highly recommended.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nije Presa Apartments; City: Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva County Dalmatia; Review: We booked these apartments based on trip advisor and booking.com reviews and could not have been happier with our choice. The apartments are located just off the Stradun (main street in Dubrovnik Old Town), very easy to find. We literally got off the airport shuttle bus at the Pile Gate walked down the Stradun and the apartment is down a side street with very few steps to reach it (the Old Town has a LOT of steps!). Our apartment was on the third floor, a studio apartment that is finished to a very high standard with plenty of room and everything you could need. It was very modern, but cosy and looked exactly like the photos (they don't all...). Great shower and bathroom, with lovely fluffy white towels. We stayed for 5 nights and made use of the kitchen for breakfast and lunch and it was very handy for saving a bit of cash. Its next door to a great ice cream and crepes place, Dolce Vita and right in the midst of all the bars, restaurants etc. The owner, as other people have referred to was very helpful with suggestions and just made our stay very pleasant. It was also extremely reasonably priced, and I would most definitely recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn Chesterfield Tibshelf; City: Tibshelf Derbyshire England; Review: I stayed at the Days Inn recently alone for a business trip. After a long drive I was hoping for somewhere to sit, relax and have a drink and maybe a bite to eat....no such luck. Whilst the staff were very friendly and helpful the hotel itself was a disappointment. It is basically just a room - a motel if you will. Mine was a double room, but I ended up with a massive family room. The beds were lumpy and uncomfortable and there were stains all over the divan....not nice. After realising there was no bar/lounge I headed to the services next door.....everything was shutting down at 8.30pm.....so no relaxing drink to be found there. Quietest services I think I've ever encountered. The location and price brought me to this place, but I would not return. I have stayed in Days Inns before, but this was poor in comparison to others.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ikaros Studios Apartments; City: Naxos Town Naxos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: I booked this apartment based on Trip Advisor advice and ratings and we were not disappointed!! The apartments were located as other reviewers have said in an ideal location - about a ten minute walk from the town and from the beach too. There is a supermarket a couple of minutes away where you can stock up on bits and pieces - we bought lots of breakfast stuff that we kept in the apartment as well as wine and beer. The apartments themselves are immaculate and we had a lovely patio area outside that we could sit at and just chill out. The pool area is wonderful to relax and sunbathe or have a swim and cool down. They even have a couple of swings for the kids (although we did use them too!). But what makes this place stand out is the family that run it - Nikos e-mailed before we left to arrange to pick us up from the airport and he dropped us off at the port for our onward journey. Everything was done with a smile and nothing was too much trouble. Nikos and his parents were always very accommodating and chatty. And finally - the price is extremely reasonable. Another good reason to stay there! Would most definitely return if I go back to Naxos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oia s Sunset Apartments; City: Oia Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: If you are intending to stay in Oia and you aren't a multi millionaire then this is the place for you! The apartments are located a stones throw (literally) from the bus stop and although they don't have the 'views' of Oia in many ways that's a great advantage. Many of the places right on the caldera require a good trek up and down steps to reach them, which in the sun can be tiring. Here we could sit by the pool with a drink looking down into the alley at the tourists coming in their droves off the bus. Everyone has said about the hospitality of he owners and I would echo that, but the apartments themselves are lovely too. Ours was a studio, it was really cute with a mezzanine where the kitchen was and the bathroom below. We also had a lovely little patio area out the front. Great place, great people, great apartments and reasonable price - what more could you ask for?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Acropolis House; City: Athens Attica; Review: I had to think long and hard about my review of this place.... I chose it because of a) location and b) price. I like old buildings with character and have stayed in many around the world; I also feel that as you're out and about it doesn't matter too much about the hotel. This place is in the right location, on a pedestrianised street in the old town and it looks wonderful from the outside. The staff were pleasant enough.... But the building inside is basic. And I mean basic. We learned that there was an odd situation with the en suites - ie that most of them were separate from the room and dreading the idea of crossing landings in my towel after a shower I asked up front for a room with an attached bathroom, which I was assured I'd get. We arrived there and we're given a room on the 4th floor (no lift) and walking through the house it looked more run down....the room itself had a balcony with a view of the acropolis but our bathroom was across the hall. We therefore asked to be moved and we were shifted to a room downstairs not far from reception. The noise was pretty bad - inside and out, doors banging and the kitchen noise; no privacy and this combined with the awful hard bed meant we were constantly tired. The breakfast was served up in a tiny room where you could hardly move between the seats and the selection was poor although to be fair the price was reasonable at 5euros. I understand its an old building and quirky shaped but I do think they could improve the building and the use of the rooms. The bedroom we had was very basic and the bathroom was tiny, it's a good job neither of us are overweight! Fundamentally it's all about what is important to you whether you stay here. If I returned to Athens I would pay a bit more to get a place with a little more comfort. And bear in mind they now only take cash.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Lisbon Av Liberdade; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: We booked for 5 nights at this hotel and it was really good value. The hotel is set in an old building, but is (as photos show) very modern and clean inside. The bed was very comfortable in our room, it had everything we needed including tea and coffee facilities, TV, hairdryer etc. and the shower room was lovely (nice powerful shower). Breakfast was included, which was ok, but a bit too pastry heavy for me. Someone else mentioned it and I completely agree the coffee machines need to be moved to stop the morning gridlock and the coffee is terrible. My partner tried every combination on the machine and he said it was horrible. Why not just have a filter coffee pot there instead? Staff were helpful enough, we asked for an extension as our flight was late to leave and they gave us an extra hour before checking out and kept out bags secured for us until we left for the airport. For me however with any hotel the location is key. This is in a decent location - close to the metro and walkable to many sights in Lisbon. Its right by the shopping area Ave Liberdade, but at night the area is quite quiet so you really need to head out to Bairro Alto or Baixa for better nightlife, if that's what you like. Be prepared for the uphill climb though! I think its quite difficult to choose somewhere to stay in Lisbon as it has no real 'centre' to it, its more a combination of neighbourhoods and this was a decent choice for the budget we had. Would recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: We stayed here overnight for a friend's birthday night out in Manchester. It was chosen for the convenient location (its bang in the Centre, near the train station) and its reasonable price. Its a perfectly good hotel, with the usual mod cons. The rooms are ok, if on the small side (the beds are amazing though!) and the view of Manchester is well worth a look. My main gripe was the lifts. We were on the 10th floor and despite there being three lifts we were always waiting for one. It doesn't help that the hotel bar and reception is on the 3rd floor and the main entrance is on ground. At check out the lifts were so full I took the back stairs, which are clearly a fire exit because they weren't carpeted or signposted at all. Frustrating to say the least! So my advice would be stay on a floor closer to the reception/main entrance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reef View Hotel; City: Hamilton Island Whitsunday Islands Queensland; Review: I loved Hamilton Island, its stunningly beautiful with lots to do. As the island is leased by the same person, you can stay in one hotel and use all the facilities on the island. That also means price wise they kind of have you by the short and curlies too....but its worth it. This hotel was spacious, the rooms were really modern and clean and the view was amazing. I booked a garden view but we had a 9th floor room and it was just beautiful. A special mention should go to the staff who bent over backwards to help us. We arrived really early on the ferry and although we shouldn't check in until the afternoon we were in our room by around 10.30am. They also gave us lots of recommendations for places to eat/see etc. Wonderful experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Byron Beachcomber Resort; City: Byron Bay Byron Shire New South Wales; Review: We hadn't booked anywhere for our three night break in Byron and so we were really pleased to get this place for over the weekend. Its on Shirley Street, a level walk into the town centre (5 mins), which means its nice and quiet at night but close to all the action. The rooms are spacious with modern decor and comfy beds and a small balcony, which although it didn't have much of a view was welcome. They have a nice pool area around the back with a spa pool and you can cut through there to the beach (takes 5 mins). The staff were really helpful and friendly too. All in all a great place to stay in Byron and not too expensive either!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Airlie Beach Motor Lodge; City: Airlie Beach Queensland; Review: I so wish there was a 'good' rating! I don't feel it warrants a 'very good' and neither do I feel it warrants an average - but I've erred more to the average if I'm honest. We only stayed here for one night. It was perfectly functional - the room had everything we needed and it was clean, but there was no space at all, it was really small - I couldn't have stayed here more than one night as it was so claustrophobic. On the up side, the location is excellent - as others have said it is close enough to the town to be there in 5 mins, but far enough away that noise doesn't travel. Free parking too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coffee House Apartment Motel; City: Rockhampton Queensland; Review: I can't say that I'll ever stay in Rockhampton again (it was just a stop off point on a long drive up the coast); but if I do I'll stay here again. The staff were super friendly and the motel itself is pretty decent, with good sized clean rooms. Well located in terms of the town and there is a coffee shop where you can get your breakfast/lunch/coffee which is pretty decent too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Port Macquarie Hotel; City: Port Macquarie New South Wales; Review: We arrived in Port Macquarie for a night after being on the road from Sydney and rolled up in the town with no where booked to stay. We asked around and was told the pub had some rooms and as it was bang in the Centre we thought we'd ask. They had an en-suite room available which was $95. We made the rooky mistake of just taking it -the foyer looked ok and modern and the pub was large and nicely decorated so we never thought anything of it. We were extremely disappointed when we entered the upstairs of the hotel - it looks like it hasn't had any care for many years. Our room was a windowless throw back to the 1970s; the bed was the most uncomfortable bed - with very few springs in it. The bedding was itchy scratchy sheets, the TV cables were hanging off the wall, it was decorated in brown and orange, had no air con - just a fan. The en suite was missing a pane of glass at the top, so there was actually no privacy between the rooms. Generally, it just looked run down and uncared for and needs modernising. I got the impression that the place was used by workers looking for somewhere to doss, rather than tourists. The pub below though is good, great range of beers and the food looked good too. I wouldn't recommend staying here but would recommend the pub below.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harbour Rocks Hotel Sydney MGallery Collection; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: We were staying with my Dad who lives in the Sydney suburbs and as a treat, we decided to book a night in the city centre before we travelled up the coast. I went on the reviews on here and although it is in a great location in the Rocks and is very trendy looking, its a bit fur coat and no knickers. The room we had was on the ground floor and was really small with no view to speak of. Strangely the bathroom was almost as big and I have no complaints at that. I suppose I expected more for my money. Not a bad hotel by any stretch, just I suppose a disappointment. As someone else mentioned the finish on the decor is not a good standard and whilst it looks great from a distance, its actually not very polished.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns; City: Cairns Cairns Region Queensland; Review: I'm from Chester in the UK and we have a Doubletree by Hilton here and I suppose I expected the same standard of hotel as here. Ours is a beautiful, classy boutique hotel worthy of the Hilton brand. This Cairns version however is far from that and when I found out it used to be a Holiday Inn in the past, it made absolute sense. I can't say there was anything particularly bad about our stay, it was just that the hotel felt dated and the rooms were very basic. Staff were ok but nothing more than that. The location is central, you just walk straight down into town within a few minutes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beaumond Cross Inn; City: Newark on Trent Nottinghamshire England; Review: Several members of the family used this hotel for a stay when we were all attending a funeral in the area. Those who stayed said they had a really decent sleep and the rooms were great. The rest of the family met up with them there, and we were all treated really well by the staff. Their bar area is very comfortable, with comfy sofas and tables - just perfect for a family get together. Staff went over and above to accommodate guests, even making sandwiches for the older members of the family for their long train journey back to Inverness. Very much appreciated how well they were taken care of.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Deincourt Hotel; City: Newark on Trent Nottinghamshire England; Review: A few of us stayed at this hotel for a funeral we were attending in the area. The rooms are clean and spacious and its a good location, just five minutes walk to the town centre. The bar is good, with helpful staff. Didn't make it down to breakfast so can't comment on that. Only complaint was the bed - it was just not comfortable - springy and small for a double. Didn't have a great night's sleep as a consequence, so glad it was only the one night. Apart from that all was good. Parking is also free.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: METROPOLE by SemaraH; City: Riga Riga Region; Review: I chose this hotel for my partner's birthday weekend in Riga based on the great reviews and I am so glad I did. The hotel itself is beautifully decorated throughout, as are the rooms, which are spacious and have great big comfortable beds. Probably the best night's sleep I've ever had in a hotel (the pillows are amazing). It's location is great, opposite the central market and a two minute stroll into the Old Town. Staff are really friendly and helpful and it has a great breakfast too with plenty of choice. Couldn't have chosen a better hotel. And still can't get over how cheap it was! A hotel like that in the UK would cost the same amount we paid for three nights for one night.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Judges Lodging; City: York North Yorkshire England; Review: I stayed at this hotel with my disabled Mum over the Easter weekend. Firstly, I have to say that if I had been staying with my able bodied partner that we would have enjoyed it immensely. Its a tastefully decorated, grade 1 listed building and in a great central location, just around the corner from the iconic Betty's tea rooms. It has an extremely busy bar downstairs that attracts a wide range of people for drinks and food and we would have had a great time there. However, it was a bit different with Mum. Although I had checked in advance and was told if she could manage one flight of steps she'd be ok getting access to the room (she uses a crutch, but not a wheelchair). However I failed to check on some other basic things - how many steps (there are quite a few to get to reception then a few more to get to the room); I never asked about the shower because I assumed that like most hotels it would be a walk in shower...but it was a bath with a shower, and a very high sided spa bath at that. Breakfast was served in the cellar bar downstairs, rather than the upstairs restaurant where the rooms are located, which meant she had to navigate steps again. I know they have an accessible room located downstairs, which in hind sight I would have booked. I would highly recommend if you are travelling with someone with any mobility problems, you opt for that rather than a room in the main house. Be aware also it is on a pedestrian only road, but if you have a blue badge you can drive down there for pick up and drop off. Its unfair to judge the hotel on my experience - but I just wanted to ensure that anyone with mobility problems is fully informed if they wanted to book this hotel. The room we stayed in was beautifully decorated, but there were a few little niggles - I am perfectly fit and healthy but the bath is very high sided and I struggled climbing over into it to get a shower - there really should be a handle of some description for people getting in and out too especially given there is a glass shower screen attached to the bath. Another couple of practicalities - there is no shelf in the bathroom for your toiletries and the bath sides slope so you can't even put things on there. Also the lack of a full length mirror irritated me, and the fact the TV could have been put on the wall to enable a proper dressing table area. None of those things however were major obstacles, but fixing would improve the overall experience I believe. I can't fault the staff at all, they were professional and uber friendly. Breakfast was really good (lots of cooked options), although the continental part was a little scant. Overall an excellent quality hotel, with tonnes of character but perhaps more suited to those without; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Franeta Apartments; City: Budva Budva Municipality; Review: We booked this apartment based on the great reviews, and we weren't disappointed with our choice. Vladimir was in contact asking if we needed transport from the airport as soon as we made the booking and responded to queries very promptly. When we arrived we were greeted warmly by him, his mother and father and given raki (be careful its strong stuff!) and local cheese and meats. The apartment we had was a 'comfort studio' and it had a really nice little balcony out the front covered with grape vines. It had a small kitchen, a separate bedroom and a shower room, plenty of space for the two of us. As others have mentioned they could do with some additional maintenance and modernising - the shower doors are a bit flimsy, the shower leaks, the sheets are single sheets rather than a double and the bed could do with replacing (don't sit on the end!)....but these are minor snags - we expected it to be quite basic and it is - but that is reflected in the price, given that it is 5 mins walk from both the new and old towns. Others have mentioned the noise....it is loud, but nowhere is immune from the noise in Budva summer season. If you want somewhere close to the old town and the beach for a reasonable price and with a friendly welcome then you couldn't do any better than choosing here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Spanish Court Hotel; City: Kingston Kingston Parish Jamaica; Review: This was the nicest hotel we stayed in while we were in Jamaica, I think because it is used by a lot of business travellers they seem to have higher standards. The hotel itself is tastefully decorated and the rooms are spacious and modern. The breakfast was included and was the best we had on the island - there is a wide range of food, from traditional Jamaican to scrambled egg and bacon, muffins, toast, yoghurts, fruits, meats and cheeses. You can also have an omelette cooked for you while you wait. Good service too. The pool area is fairly small but it is adequate for a dip at the end of the day and they have a bar up there in the evening, often with a live singer/keyboard player which is quite nice. If I was being critical I would say that the area doesn't lend itself to sunbathing - there are only a few loungers and they are located at one end, the rest are tables and chairs. I have to say that if you want to spend any significant time sunbathing and relaxing around the pool then there are other more suitable hotels - this one seems to be directed very much at business. All in all though a really good choice in Kingston area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doctors Cave Beach Hotel; City: Montego Bay Saint James Parish Jamaica; Review: We were only stopping overnight at Montego Bay (thank god as the area wasn't very nice) and chose this because of the price and decent reviews. There are good and bad points to this hotel and it depends what is important to you. What we found was that hotels and costs generally in Jamaica were very high for British people, in part because of the poor exchange rate for dollars. I expected a higher standard for the price. Staff were uber friendly and helpful, the bar area is nice and we spent a good couple of hours there chatting with the guy who ran it. But the room was very very basic ...the hotel looks run down and breakfast is rubbish - a bit of coffee, warm bread and a cake? The hotel is also now opposite a building site as they are building a new hotel, so not very nice view either.... But it is on the main strip for the restaurants and bars and staff are really helpful.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pheasant Inn; City: Chester Cheshire England; Review: This isn't the first time I've been to the Pheasant; its a stunning country pub with an equally stunning setting. So I was really looking forward to introducing family to it on Mothers Day. I've still rated it very good, because I wouldn't want people to be put off eating there, as the food is in general excellent. BUT for us on Mothers Day it was a bit of a let down. We were put on a table in the corner by the kitchen, which kind of felt very out of the way - its also quite dark and on a lovely sunny day wasn't the best. However, we ignored that and ordered from the fixed menu. The guy who served us couldn't have been more pleasant, but there were large gaps in service. Our starters were fabulous - the duck leg I had was beautifully cooked and so so tasty. It took ages though for the main to arrive and the drinks we ordered didn't turn up. The waiter apologised and gave us the round free of charge, so fair enough, but then we ordered deserts. They came with no spoons....and we sat and waited and when no one seemed to be coming we asked a waitress if we could have some spoons. She said they are bringing them in a rather impatient tone, as if we were being unreasonable. Mum had ordered tea to come with desert and my partner an expresso. The tea didn't arrive without several chase ups and they'd completely forgotten the expresso. So....the service from the waiter was excellent when he was there....but they were just too busy, I'd say understaffed and that reflected on the service on the day. The food was still really good quality - the starters and deserts were excellent. The main was just ok - the lamb for me was too pink and was pretty fatty. So disappointing overall and I'm not sure I would come back on a day like Mothers Day again, where I know they will be under pressure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HCC Montblanc; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: This was my second time in Barcelona and this time it was for a hen weekend. We wanted somewhere centrally located and reasonably priced. We booked on the basis of the good reviews on Trip Advisor and have to say I wasn't disappointed. The staff were very pleasant - rooms well appointed and the location just fabulous. We were a stone's throw from Placa Catalunia, which is where the airport bus stops and picks up and also from La Ramblas and the Gothic quarter. Would definitely stay here again next time I come back to Barcelona.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PortoSense; City: Porto Porto District Northern Portugal; Review: I booked an apartment here for 5 nights based on reviews on here and overall I am happy with my choice and I would stay again. We stayed in the 3rd floor studio apartment, and it was tastefully furnished and a decent size. The location is second to none as it literally overlooks the river, in the Ribiera square, so you are right in the heart of the best tourist attractions and nowhere is far to get to. The price was extremely reasonable for what we got. Couple of suggestions really - we did some limited cooking in the apartment, which is equipped with a lovely little kitchen - but there was only one pan (a wok) so we couldn't really do much more - a few pans would be helpful. Also perhaps they could put the store cupboard basics in, like salt and pepper, olive oil etc. which are things you won't use a lot of but are needed for cooking. Also frustrating was the lack of a mirror outside of the bathroom...perhaps one on the inside of the wardrobe would be a good idea? These were just minor points, but I think would improve experiences. The only reason I have marked it down as a 'very good' and not 'excellent', was the noise. I noted some comments on the noise levels throughout the reviews, but I am used to staying in the centre of cities and didn't think it would be too much of an issue. I was wrong. You are kept awake by the general noise of the square late at night and then around 6am when they start cleaning the square, I probably could have coped with that, had it not been for the major construction going on opposite the building and the sound of jackhammers, cement mixers and rubble shoots going at 7am every morning. Hopefully the work will be completed soon and others won't be subjected to the same level of noise we were. If you are going in the near future I would seriously take ear plugs with you. Overall though, it was a very pleasant stay and I would recommend it (just take my advice....ear plugs!).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz; City: Berlin; Review: We chose this hotel based on the reviews on here and the reasonable price per night. It is very easy to get to this hotel by public transport - we took the S-bahn straight to Alexander Platz and the hotel is in the square, you really can't miss it as it's huge and right next to the TV tower. In terms of location it's fantastic, next door to the U-bahn so its very handy for getting around Berlin. That is always my priority when I've limited time on a city break, so it ticked that box. In terms of the hotel itself, its ok - very modern. We had a standard double room on the 6th floor, which was small but adequate for 2 of us. My main gripes were the same as everyone else: - No tea and coffee in the rooms - The bathroom set up is extremely strange. The bath/shower and sink is open plan, with a curtain track that runs around it....the toilet is separate but doesn't close completely, the door just pushes to and there is no extractor in there either....not a great set up (I wouldn't want it if I was sharing with a friend) - Bed is too hard. I like a firm mattress but even I was waking up with a sore back. They also only give you 1 small, flat pillow each and although we'd booked a double bed, its two singles pushed together, with separate single duvets? But it is modern and clean and acceptable for a few nights. The bar is really lovely downstairs, although expensive for drinks. We didn't have breakfast there, but there are loads of cafes around which are much cheaper. We used the gym in there - pretty basic, but decent machines. Ok for a hotel workout. All in all I'd recommend it for a short break.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Decumani Hotel de Charme; City: Naples Province of Naples Campania; Review: I know that some reviewers found this hotel hard to find, but it was literally a ten minute walk away from the shuttle bus stop at the Port. We put google maps on and didn't struggle at all. It is in a narrow road and it doesn't look much from the outside, but its an amazing building inside. Our room was very large, but quite gloomy and very basic. Bed was pretty hard, but I quite liked the antique furniture as it suited the style of the hotel. Would have been nice to have some information in the room about how to work things, when breakfast was etc as we didn't get any information at all from reception on arrival. Breakfast in the ballroom is the highlight of this hotel....as others have said it is a bit of faded grandeur, but still very impressive. The breakfast was decent, good variety and tasty. Ultimately though it was the location for us, plenty of restaurants and bars within a stone's throw and in the thick of the historic centre of Naples. Overall a good choice for Naples, especially with limited time as we had.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vila Gold; City: Split Split Dalmatia County Dalmatia; Review: We chose this hotel based on the reviews and the very reasonable price we got it for on Easyjet holidays. Firstly I should say that we didn't actually stay in the main building, when we got there we were told we were in a bigger apartment literally around the corner, 2 mins walk away, but as that apartment is also shown on those reviews I'm posting here. Positives were that it was in a fantastic location (although don't bring a car!) in the old town area within 5 minute walk of both the Diocletian Palace and the Riva. Plenty of bars, restaurants and shops on your doorstep. The apartment itself was clean and modern, but still very small, so god knows how small the ones are in the main building. Personally, I wouldn't stay again - its not a bad choice by any stretch but I would rather have paid more and not had the niggles we had with the place. The bed was extremely comfortable and I'm a heavy sleeper, but I was woken a number of times by scratching noises in the night. It sounded like rats or mice in the walls of the building and it kept waking me up (as you can imagine !)....there was a sonic pest control plugged into the wall which made us suspect this was indeed the case, but it also made a constant bleeping noise all night but we were too scared to remove it after hearing that. We were there out of season, but there was also a lot of noise off the street - I can imagine in summer it is extremely noisy as this apartment was directly on an alleyway, opposite a kebab shop and there are cobbles outside so anything with wheels (bins/suitcases etc) makes a lot of noise. The apartment had a little kitchenette area, with plates and a kettle etc, but no cooking facilities at all except for a microwave (fine for us, but if you did book as an apartment you'd maybe want that)...also we used the plates and cups but there was no washing facilities, beyond the bathroom and no washing up liquid was provided. We ended up having to improvise with shampoo in the bathroom. Which brings me to that...the bathroom is like a frosted glass box within the apartment, which was fine, but the shower is in a corner, with no light in it, so its very dark. That was our biggest issue with the apartment overall really was the lack of natural light. There is one small frosted window directly onto the street and so the apartment has no natural light coming in which when you're on holiday and the weather is lovely is just a bit off putting. We both noticed how that affected our moods and for that reason I don't think we'd book this place again. Really its down to what is important to you on holiday; the price and the location are great and the apartment we had was clean and modern.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Caribe Resort; City: Orange Beach Alabama; Review: I had never been to Gulf Shores/Orange Beach before and was just going by what I had seen on the travel channel and on the internet to base my decision to go there for a family vacation. I investigated around to find the "best" place to stay and stumbled upon Caribe-the resort. I debated whether I would like not being right on the beach from my condo, but after looking over the amenities at Caribe I decided to book there. What a great decision! Yes, it was sort of a pain to load up the car with all the beach junk and we got sand everywhere in the car (it was a rental, though), but we could have taken the Caribe's trolley to the beach if we wanted. It was soooo nice, though to hit the pools because there are many of them at the Caribe and they are all different, plus there are three waterslides, and the lazy river. Each building has an indoor heated pool (nice in the evening), but the pools outside were so nice we were able to go there at night too. I am definitely glad I made the choice to stay here instead of a condo right on the beach with just one plain old pool. The Caribe's location is great too and no matter what condo you stay in you'll have a great view of either Perdido Pass or the gulf. I would recommend staying up high in the condo if you could because then the view is awesome. We were on the 12th floor of unit B and just getting up and looking out the huge windows and seeing a mass of ocean was soooo cool. A great place to stay if you have kids who like to swim, but close enough to the beaches that it's fun to go there too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn Branson; City: Branson Missouri; Review: My husband and I chose the Residence Inn because of the fact that it was all suites - nice for us with our two children - ages 2 and 4 - because we had a mini kitchen complete will full-size refrigerator, plus the kids could sleep in the living area and we had our own "room." I gave this hotel a 3 for a couple of reasons. First off and my worst complaint was that, while the water pressure in the shower was good, the temperature of the water was not. The first morning I showered it was okay - not super hot, but good. The second and third mornings it was nothing short of lukewarm at best - not freezing to where you couldn't handle it, but not warm in the least. The children took showers with us because a bath at that temperature was out of the question. The second thing I found annoying was that you could hear everything above and beside you. The walls seemed paper thin because it wasn't like my neighbors were being loud and obnoxious - I just could hear their every sound (and I'm sure they could hear ours). On the plus side, the breakfast is pretty good - crowded, but what do you expect when it's free? They had a good variety - everything from breads, waffles you made yourself, cereal, and hot foods like biscuits and gravy, eggs, and pancakes. The indoor pool was decent 3'-5' deep with a hot tub. Overall, I would probably stay here again because it is a suite at a pretty good price, but if I could find somewhere better for the price that had some HOT water - I would choose there instead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grand Fiesta Americana Los Cabos All Inclusive Golf Spa; City: Cabo San Lucas Los Cabos Baja C; Review: First off, for everyone who is complaining about this resort being costly, let me say, if you're going to Cabo, be prepared to spend money - NO MATTER WHERE YOU STAY! This hotel is gorgeous and the pools are awesome. We were with a big group and we all hung out at the pool that had a bar (yes, drinks were expensive and I had the $28 nachos someone mentioned - actually I had them twice - and yes, the seagulls would come close if you let them). Aldolpho, one of the pool waiters, was excellent - ask him to make you an "Adolpho margarita." My only complaint about the pool experience was that they were doing some work busting up rocks nearby and the constant banging of their hammers, etc. did get a little annoying if you were trying to relax and sleep by the pool. The beach was gorgeous, but walking on the beach which was made up of little pebbles, was not fun, and the water was cold and very rocky. We ate breakfast at Vina Del Mar restaurant which has a great variety of choices buffet style. The service there was great for the majority of the stay, however, the last two days we were there (which were Wed and Thurs and I later found out that they have shift changes every Wed) the service was poor. I had to ask for water when before they had it on the table whether I wanted it or not. We went with a big group into town and paid $5.00 per per person each way. As for town - it was great - sure there are some pricey restaurants, but there are some other, not so pricey ones too. We ate a nice italian restaurant (can't remember the name but it's right behind Cabo Wabo) and we figured it up and it was about $40 per person and that was with drinks and appetizers. We also ate at "The Office on the Beach" and I loved the atmosphere. You are actually on the beach - sand and all with a band playing and vendors trying to sell their goods. I had steak and lobster and it was $60 for that meal and it was very good. The town itself is pretty touristy - not a true Mexican experience, but I felt very safe the entire time, even at night when we went out to Cabo Wabo (which is a must-go if you go to Cabo). Shopping was fun, but after awhile all the shops pretty much look alike. Don't be afraid to offer a cheaper price than they're asking - they'll come down on price. As for activities in Cabo - I recommend the Baja Buggies - they were SO MUCH FUN! You'll get filthy, but it's definitely worth the money. We travel a lot and were with people who travel more than us and their only complaint about the trip was that their golfing was a lot higher than in other locations so if you're planning to golf -; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn Charleston Downtown Riverview; City: Charleston South Carolina; Review: This hotel was very nice. A little hard to find because it's tucked away, but that's what I liked about it. It was close enough to all the sites that we wanted to see in Charleston - just minutes from Downtown - but far enough away to not feel like you were in the city. Very clean. People there were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good - lots of variety so you wouldn't get bored with the food.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Kansas City Downtown Aladdin; City: Kansas City Missouri; Review: My husband and I chose this hotel for a romantic one-night getaway in KC (we live about an hour and a half away). This hotel is in a great location in KC and by far is the best rate for the money in downtown. I loved this hotel. The boutique hotel was decorated very chic and appealing to the eye. The only downsides I see to this hotel are the fact that it is small, but for two people it was fine, and the parking situation. If you stay at this hotel, know that you will have to pay for parking either in the garage across the road (which is very accessible UNLESS there is something going on in Municiple Auditorium or the Music Hall) or pay for the valet. Neither of these "negatives" turned us off of the Aladdin however and when we travel to KC again, we will definitely consider staying here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ambassador Hotel Kansas City Autograph Collection; City: Kansas City Missouri; Review: My husband and I chose to stay at the Ambassador while attending a concert at the Sprint Center. We chose this hotel primarily for its proximity to the venue and it proved to be a perfect choice. Hotel is beautiful, rooms were great and service was excellent. We ate dinner at Reserve located in the hotel and it was great. I highly recommend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Original Butter Bell Crock by L. Tremain, Specialty Crocks, Le Bistro - White with Blue Banding; Brand: Butter Bell; Review: THIS BUTTER DISH IS GREAT I JUST HAVE TO LIFT THE LID AND SET IT ON THE COUNTER ON THE HANDLE, AND SO EASY TO USE ,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LORRAINE HOME FASHIONS Salem 60-inch x 38-inch Tailored Swag Pair, Black; Brand: Lorraine Home Fashions; Review: lorrain curtains just what i wanted for my new kitchen matches perfect, and the package was packed very well, and the shipping was as stated, amazon is the place to shop for what ever needed; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spice Rack Storage/Organizer- Organizes 12 spice jars; Brand: Consumer Solutions; Review: this is great took very little time to install,and now i have all the spice bottles right where i can see them when i need them and no more pulling them out of drawers very well pkgs and delivery was fast,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Artscape 01-0113 Magnolia Window Film 24" x 36"; Brand: 01-0113; Review: this is very easy toput on the window and very beautiful , brighten up the room and very beautiful delivery was as promised and packaging was very well done i will be ordering again soon,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LORRAINE HOME FASHIONS Salem 60-inch x 38-inch Tailored Swag Pair, Black; Brand: Lorraine Home Fashions; Review: i just got a new house and my was having a hard time finding curtains to match my counters in the kitchen amazon saves the day again,shipping was very very fast and they were packed so nicley, the box was so easy to open , just wonderfull place to shop thanks amazon; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Canari Cyclewear Men's M Gel Cycle Liner Padded Cycling Short; Brand: Canari Cyclewear; Review: Really liked it very much. Can wear for longer period of times without any discomfort. padding is less since it is an inside wear. If you need more padding wear a chamois leather short on top I ran 5.75 miles and didn't get any chafing and found it very comfortable. I am 5'4 and 140 pound guy and got the medium. Fit at stomach -3/5 have a 36 inch naval and wear size 32 pants. It was very loose at stomach. Fit at seam 4/5 good fit for the long inseam Fit at elastic at knee 4/5 good fit on my left knee which is the good one. Comfort 4/5 excellent for run and bike Will buy small the next time Recommendation - will recommend, but sizing chart is kind of deceiving and play with sizes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Sphere Vista Swim Mask Goggles; Brand: Aqua Sphere; Review: OMG this is the best thing I have bought to support me swimming. My eyes were so burning and had to close it so badly. I was squeezing my eyes under water on pool. Also the next 2 days my eyes were so burning and red and with so much discomfort. This is just amazing. Perfect fit and just the right pressure on the nose bridge and cheek bone and sides of eyes. Not a drop of water. Crystal clear water. Swam like swimming in wells of India. Love this and can swear by it. The adjusters are so easy and nice. I am washing it in non chlorinated water and keeping it in covers. Only thing is to see how durable this is going to be to protect water from entering.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wolfbike Mens Breathable Cycling Jersey or 3D Padded Shorts Outfit; Brand: Wolfbike; Review: I ordered a US - Medium size and received it. Really excellent quality. Have taken for 2 rides of 3.5 hours and felt very comfortable. I found the size to be somewhat larger. Both the shirt ahd shorts were loose. Shirts didn't matter much. However the found folliwng issues with shorts. Since the fit at waist was loose The shorts tend to come down and being shorter does not help. This left me with less padding or constantly the shorts was getting caught on seats. I am going to order a US Small since I like it so much to see if the fit improves.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: DIVE & SAIL 1.5mm Neoprene Men's Wetsuits Shorts Thick Warm Trunks Diving Snorkeling Winter Swimming Pants; Brand: DIVE & SAIL; Review: I am a US M size and the shorts are little bigger at waist for me and has a great fit on legs. So water gets in from waist. Have to see how to avoid this; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BLITZU Cyborg 120T USB Rechargeable LED Bike Tail Light. Bright Bicycle Rear Cycling Safety Flashlight, Fits Road, Mountain Bikes,; Brand: BLITZU; Review: Looks great and works great. Not sure how much I am going to get in terms of distance and battery life. Will need to check and update. Love it. Packaging was good. Arrived on time. Inserting the lamp into the groove is tight as it is supposed to be. If you are aware of inserting these it is a breeze. Intutive and easy to operate if you have operate them. Will buy again after a couple of rides and testing the ranges. Hope they come up a with a new product or already they have an I was not able to find in Amazon and would have loved to buy it for tying it on my cycle stays/arms. Gave 4 stars since of the following reasons and offcourse the designer would have designed this for different purpose and my purposes may be secondary. 1) The tie end is only one. Would have liked to have two since the tie would be more stable and load is evenly distributed. (Offcourse this has it own advantageous) 2) The flicker is the one which we all use. However to swicth on the flicker we have to hold the switch for a couple of seconds. If you have not read the manual or tossed it off then it is difficult for you to figure out. Also it is a inconenience everytime to hold the button 2 seconds instead of having the flicker as a startup default.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KALILY 12PCS/9PCS/6PCS Headband Bandana - Versatile Sports & Casual Headwear –Multifunctional Seamless Neck Gaiter, Headwrap, Balaclava, Helmet; Brand: KALILY; Review: Excellent bandana and head cover. My go to in Phoenix 115 to cover my head and nose for the dust. Absorbs sweat and sweat does not get into my eyes. Also soak it well and used it to have it cool on head and also protecting from sun burn. Only thing is it is cotton so the elasticity is not high. But who cares, git 9 of them and been using it all summer and also during my 10k summits and GC summits.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ARSUXEO Cycling Sleeves Armwarmers MTB Sleeves Arm Warmer UV Protection XTN01; Brand: ARSUXEO; Review: Love this. Used it for Mt. Jacinto hikes and at temps of 30 to 50. Very comfortable; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Rexburg; City: Rexburg Idaho; Review: This was the first SpringHill suites I have stayed at and I was very impressed. The lobby is bright and open. The room was very spacious as well, very simple, clean, and comfortable. It was such a relaxing stay because the attention to detail given the furniture, color, and layout. The break fast was exceptional as well. I will definitely stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn Seattle Northeast Bothell; City: Bothell Washington; Review: The room was well kept and included the amenities expected at the Residence Inn properties. Unfortunately within a few minutes of reaching my room which was a fair walk from the front desk, I realized the furnace was not functioning and the room was not going to get warm. So, another walk back to the office, a new room key, and I was tucked away for the night. The breakfast was good, well stocked, and the tables kept very clean. I would stay again, and hope for the right room the first time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Twin Falls Idaho; City: Twin Falls Idaho; Review: Stayed here while on business and the hotel was very convenient, clean, and comfortable. I was able to walk to Target and get in a late night walk/run. The mall is just a block away too if you need a variety of shopping. Would stay again as the rates were good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bear Lake Marina Side KOA Campground; City: Garden City Utah; Review: Just 3 hours from SLC and you can relax at this well kept campground. We love to stay in the Kamper Kabins. There are tent sites, RV sites, and a variety of Kabins to choose from. There is a great swimming pool, miniature golf, volleyball, a bounce pillow (about the size of a pool), bike rentals, a great little grocery store, playground, horse shoes, a shaved ice stand, a rec room with ping pong and pool. I really can't think of anything that was missing. There were kids activities every evening and a nature scavenger hunt that was fun for the little one :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn San Diego Central; City: San Diego California; Review: This Residence Inn is located near the 163 freeway which gave us quick access to everything we did in San Diego - Sea World, San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Coronado Island, Phil's BBQ, Fashion Valley Shopping, etc. From check in to check out the staff was friendly and responsive, no problems or complaints. After making the bed, the maid would carefully arrange our daughters stuffed animals which delighted her every day! The kitchen staff for breakfast accommodated my wife's food allergies with a smile. Breakfasts were excellent which we have come to expect from our stays at Residence Inns. The grounds were immaculate, clean, and sell kept. The pool and pool area were cleaned every morning. The staff even recovered a missing pool toy from the previous day. The parking was plentiful, even on the busy weekend part of our stay when there were hoards of youth soccer families staying at the hotel. We will definitely return to stay on our next San Diego vacation! Thanks for making this one the "Best Ever!" :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: St George Inn Suites; City: St George Utah; Review: We have stayed at the St George Inn & Suites (from when it was the Budget Inn & Suites to now). It has always been a clean, comfortable, and affordable place to stay. IT can get crazy when large groups are staying there which floods the pools with kids. There is both an indoor and outdoor pool so if you come and the weather turns a little cold you still have swimming options. There is also an indoor and outdoor play area for younger kids to enjoy. The breakfast in the lobby is similar to what you find at nicer hotel chains like Residence Inn. The in room jetted tub is always something my wife looks forward to. The staff has always been friendly and helpful. Located right off the freeway but always quiet, we love staying at the St George Inn & Suites!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Tucson Williams Centre; City: Tucson Arizona; Review: I stayed here on a business trip. The location is convenient to restaurants and shopping. The courtyard is beautiful and relaxing. He staff were helpful and professional. The room was very nice and well kept, clean. Lobby was comfortable. On - site restaurant had great food on a simple menu. I enjoyed my stay here and will return again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort Spa; City: Huntington Beach California; Review: We chose to stay here for our family vacation and enjoyed every day. From check in to check out, every hotel staff member was friendly, efficient, and attentive to our needs. The room was spacious (basic double queen room) with a balcony and beautiful view of the pool area. We slept well and loved the ample sundries, daily water bottles, mini fridge, and large television. The maids kept the room super clean and responded quickly to our request for extra towels. There were many families in our wing, we stayed in room 4239 near the main pool and the views were peaceful and the quiet sound of birds beautiful when we opened the sliding door to the balcony. The drapes blacked out the room completely and the A/C kept it comfortable. There was a large mix of convention/meeting goers and families. Around dinner time in the lobby we felt a little under dressed with the many well dressed professionals obviously wanting to impress. The staff balanced these two categories very well, never making us feel out of place. The pool was awesome, spacious and heated, which was excellent on a couple of windy/cool days. We never had to hunt for lounge chairs during out stay either. Many enjoyed food and drinks poolside, but they were beyond our budget. There are a wide variety of shops and restaurants on site and lots of outdoor seating around table and several fire pits where you can roast marshmallows! The walking bridge to the beach was so convenient. We also walked to main street several times during out stay. On Tuesday evenings there is a fun street festival from 5-8 with local vendors - food, services, etc. We found a good room rate, but adding in the $35/day required valet parking, and $25/day resort fee meant we had to stretch our budget! Overall it was worth the splurge and we would definitely come back again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort; City: Anaheim California; Review: Dennis at the front desk was very informative and helpful when we checked in, locating a room that was available for early check in. He described the location and it met our needs perfectly - ground level, near the pool area. The grounds are beautiful and well kept with beautiful palm trees, flowers and greenery. The room was typical size for two queen beds. The beds were super comfortable! The bathroom was also what we expected. The towels were plush and soft. There was a hair dryer, iron, hangers, and a clothes line above the tub that we couldn't figure out - I think it was broken but we hung swim suits from the shower rod to dry. The maid service was thorough, and responsive when we requested additional towels. There is a coffee maker and mini fridge which are handy. The television was nice and big. We enjoyed sitting on the patio outside our room which was near a busy path but was never too noisy when we were sleeping. There could have been a light on the nightstand next to the beds - all of the lighting was on the opposite side of the room. If you are a Sheraton (SPG) member you get free wifi which was a nice perk. Parking is $21/day if you are driving, but I believe also included for SPG members or when booking on the Sheraton web site. We ordered take out from the on site restaurant which was very tasty. There is also a Gift Shop that has sandwiches, pizza, salads, drinks, etc. if you want a quick meal. There are also some Disney mementos along with the typical gift shop items when you have a need. They were open early and stayed open late which was convenient. The pool area is very nice and kept very clean. There are a couple of family games, pool toys, chairs, loungers, tables and plenty of towels. We used the showers there to rinse off before heading back to the room which was convenient. The Hot Tub accommodates about 10 adults and was great to relax in anytime of day. I could see a fire pit in an area outside of the pool area with chairs so I'm sure you could stay warm when the weather cooled off en the evening. We used the laundry while we were there. It has four washers and four dryers, is kept clean and has single load detergent, softener, etc. in vending machines. We decided it is smart to wash our clothes before heading home so you don't have piles of laundry to do. The walk to Disneyland and California Adventure entrance was about 10-15 minutes depending on your pace. My wife had a sore foot so took the ART Shuttle from the hotel and it worked great because she arrived about the same time we did and it was just $5.50 for an all day ticket. There were several restaurants nearby so you can walk and enjoy different food while you are there. I really can't think of anything; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Madison Inn by Riversage; City: Spokane Washington; Review: What a great place from the time we walked in the door it was been great. Mother in law was having surgery they let us come in early came us a key for the door and off we went. He manager is great so nice and easy to talk too. And marie at check in was great . Jtd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motel 6; City: Spokane Washington; Review: So very disapointed. I'm a manager of a hotel and from the time we walked it was bad. The desk clerk had shirt on with a no logo on it, was very rude. We wanted to pay with cash and spent 10 mins going around with that. Did not tell us about they about the hotel breakfast time, where the pool was, internet. The room smells like weed they have air freshers in the vent for the ac unit really. The 10 pieces of hair in tub gross......asked when the manager will be in. Again the rude desk clerk said at 7:00am told her about the hair in tub and she did not care told me I would have to talk to the manager. So to top it all off we are here because my mother in law has cancer and is having her voice box remove. Thanks hojo for starting our time of need off so well; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Grangeville; City: Grangeville Idaho; Review: From just walking in the doors, to the wonderful staff, the great rooms this hotel is wonderful. The rooms are so clean. The desk clerks so nice and kind can/will help you with all of your needs. They states this hotel is 15 years old but you would not know it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Suites Conference Center; City: Clarkston Washington; Review: my husband had a brain tumor removed and now is doing radiation treatments and we don't get to see each other but on the weekends. So I paid for a new king room with a whirl pool in it. Walk in to find a raisen on the floor (hope it was a raisen). Cob webs on the corner of the rooms. The bath was great but where the window frame meets to tub it looks like dark black mold. The breakfast is hot to service but a wait to be seated sign up. After 10mins waiting we went and found someone.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Lewiston; City: Lewiston Idaho; Review: My husband had to have surgery in lewiston and we had to stay 2 nights. The room was clean. The desk clerk jennifer and debbie both were so nice to us and helped with our needs. The rooms are small but nice, the price is right.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: DYMO Standard D1 45010 Labeling Tape (Black Print on Clear Tape, 1/2'' W x 23' L, 1; Brand: DYMO; Review: Very good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DYMO Standard D1 45015 Labeling Tape (Red Print on White Tape, 1/2'' W x 23' L, 1; Brand: DYMO; Review: Very good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casio MS-80B Standard Function Desktop Calculator; Brand: Casio; Review: Very good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DYMO LabelManager 420P High Performance Rechargeable Portable Label Maker with PC or Mac connection (1768815); Brand: DYMO; Review: Very good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 17 Month Jumbo Agenda, Wild Confetti; Brand: Lilly Pulitzer; Review: Very good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MARIGOLD; Brand: Teji; Review: Good product professional grade; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secretary (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Undercover Brother (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 8 Women (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big Eden (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little 2 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treading Water (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Possession (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: It's in the Water (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Practical Magic (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bound (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Life of David Gale (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: White Oleander (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Watching You (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hollow Man (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heaven Can Wait (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The In-Laws (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Philadelphia Story (1940); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Return to Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Thing (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Smith Gets a Hustler (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Different for Girls (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mirror Has Two Faces (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Real Women Have Curves (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heavy (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nuts (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Show Me Love (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Home Viewing Version) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What's Up (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Longtime Companion (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Up the Sandbox (1972); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Ten Commandments (1956); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 3 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Other Sister (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: G.I. Jane (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Camp (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Over the Guy (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tortilla Soup (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gia (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 2 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia (1940); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tuesdays with Morrie (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nell (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Birdcage (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Molly (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Step Into Liquid (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calendar Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Doctor (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet November (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Tidal Seas - Coasts (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 4 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Soldier's Girl (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Regarding Henry (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Love Letter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tipping the Velvet (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Against the Ropes (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wit (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Ocean World - Frozen Seas (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Connie and Carla (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Tigger Movie (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Thorn Birds (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Open Ocean - The Deep (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fox and the Hound (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Queer as Folk: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Celluloid Closet (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Home of Our Own (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rescuers (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spitfire Grill (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: But I'm a Cheerleader (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Seasonal Seas - Coral Seas (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wind in the Willows (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlotte's Web (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Music of the Heart (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 6 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hetty Wainthropp Investigates: Series 1 (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rescuers Down Under (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iron Jawed Angels (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The L Word: Season 1 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Home on the Range (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Wrinkle in Time (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood (Disney) (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Living Planet (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 7 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunset (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blue Planet: IMAX (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Secret of Roan Inish (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Murder (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Latter Days (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Chicks (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pooh's Heffalump Movie (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Primary Colors (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Victor / Victoria (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Holland's Opus (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Great Mouse Detective (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Remains of the Day (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Mrs. Ritchie (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Muppet Treasure Island (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Opposite of Sex (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Phantom of the Opera: Special Edition (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Cousin Vinny (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends and Family (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Benny and Joon (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pretender: Season 1 (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 6 (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 5 (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 2 (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 4 (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Story of the Weeping Camel (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Aunt Martha's 50 State Americana Iron On Transfer Pattern Collection, with State Outlines, State Birds and State Flowers; Brand: Aunt Martha's; Review: Just what I've come to expect from aunt Martha. Can't wait to get started.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Colonial CNT-1 CottageCutz 2-in-1 Needle Threader; Brand: Colonial; Review: I cannot tell hot how many of those foil and plastic needle threaders I have bought since taking up needlework. The stupid wire kept coming out of them so I needed to make sure I always had a few on hand. I wondered why no one had made a better quality version of a needle threader. They did, this one. I have had it for a few weeks now and it even survived a chewing session by my dog. Thank you colonial needle for this handy little gadget. Y'all got it right.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DMC 1008FPK1 Shiny Radiant Treasures Satin Floss Pack, Assorted Color, 8.7-Yard; Brand: DMC; Review: Of course the colors are beautiful just as you would expect from DMC.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rockin Beads; Brand: Rockin Beads (TM); Review: Sew on style. A little stiff to get open the first time but otherwise great. I would order again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BeadSmith (XTL-5033) 1-Step Big Looper Plier with 26-18 Gauge Wire, 3mm; Brand: Beadsmith; Review: I cannot say enough good things about this product. I make rosaries and the single most time consuming action is forming the loops from wire. This tool has cut that time by 2/3 and the loop is perfect every time. I see some complaints the loop doesn't close all the way I have two points to make regarding this. 1. There is a video on YouTube that shows you how to move the wire so the loop has only a tiny gap that can then be closed the rest of the way with a pair of pliers, I personally don't care about that little gap as I have to open the loop to link it to the others anyway and 2. even if there is a small gap to close the time you save and the consistent result is more than enough to offset the aforementioned gap. If you make jewelry for a living this tool will increase your productivity in a huge way. I purchased both the large and regular size looper, I find for the rosaries the large one is a better size. For things like earrings I suspect the smaller one would be better. I will never be without these again, I only wish I had found them sooner.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Arts_Crafts_and_Sewing |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Democracy in America: Abridged Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Alexis de Tocqueville Page; Review: This book was a gift for my husband from my parents. They were pleased with the price and with the quickness of delivery. The book was also in like-new condition as stated in the description.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SALAMANDASTRON:A NOVEL OF REDWALL.; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Jacques Page; Review: This is a great book for kids in their teens. I got this for my nephew, and he loved it. Something he can read again and again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mariel of Redwall (Redwall, Book 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Jacques Page; Review: Got this book for my 14-year-old nephew. This series is one of his favorites. Would definitely recommend this to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mattimeo (Redwall, Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Jacques Page; Review: Got this book for my 14-year-old nephew for his birthday. He loves this series. Would definitely recommend this to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tri-Fold Organizer Black LG Value Book and Bible Cover; Author: Zondervan; Review: We bought this cover for our daughter. It has a pocket for a notebook and spots for credit cards, money, pens/pencils, etc. It also has an outside zipper pocket for carrying loose papers. She was really pleased with it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets of the Savanna: Twenty-Three Years in the African Wilderness Unraveling the Mysteries of Elephants and People; Author: Mark James Owens; Review: Got this as a gift for my husband. He said it was a really good book for anyone interested in Africa. The book came in a timely manner and was in new condition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Not "Just Friends": Rebuilding Trust and Recovering Your Sanity After Infidelity; Author: Shirley Glass; Review: The author explains how men and women need to guard themselves against intimate relationships with members of the opposite sex outside of marriage. Would definitely recommend this to those wanting to save their marriage in the wake of an affair.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strength Training For Women: Tone Up, Burn Calories, Stay Strong; Author: Visit Amazon's Joan Pagano Page; Review: I have been using this book for over a year now. It not only has written explanations of the exercises, but it also has step-by-step pictures. Excellent for whatever stage of strength training you are in. The author also states clearly if a certain exercise shouldn't be done if a person has knee or back trouble. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whatever You Do, Don't Run: True Tales Of A Botswana Safari Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Allison Page; Review: Got this as a gift for my husband. He said it was a really good book on life in Africa. The book arrived in a timely manner and was in new condition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avoiding the Greener Grass Syndrome: How to Grow Affair Proof Hedges Around Your Marriage; Author: Visit Amazon's Nancy C. Anderson Page; Review: This is a really good book for those who would like to avoid an affair in the future. Even if there has been one in the past, this book tells how to safeguard your marriage from it happening again. Or if it has never happened, this book will give tips for avoiding an affair in the future. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Days are Just Packed: A Calvin and Hobbes Collection; Author: Visit Amazon's Bill Watterson Page; Review: Bought this for my son, who loves Calvin and Hobbes. If you like Calving and Hobbes, you will definitely enjoy this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Must Be Tough: New Hope for Families in Crisis; Author: Visit Amazon's James C. Dobson Page; Review: Dr. Dobson is a leading author on marriage. His excellent insight into what causes crisis in marriage and how to resolve that crisis is invaluable for those wanting to save their marriage. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Christmas Carols for All Harps: Harp Solo (Sylvia Woods Multi-Level Harp Book Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Sylvia Woods Page; Review: Bought this for my daughter when she was taking harp lessons. The book arrived in a timely manner and was in new condition. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ameritopia: The Unmaking of America; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark R. Levin Page; Review: Got this as a gift for my husband. He was happy with the book and would recommend it to anyone. The book arrived in a timely manner and was in excellent condition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: False Intimacy: Understanding the Struggle of Sexual Addiction (LifeChange); Author: Visit Amazon's Harry Schaumburg Page; Review: Addicted to sex and can't seem to stop? This book is an excellent resource for those who struggle with this addiction. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Undefiled: Redemption From Sexual Sin, Restoration For Broken Relationships; Author: Visit Amazon's Harry Schaumburg Page; Review: If you're having trouble with your marriage, this is a good resource to read for helping to restore it. Would definitely recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Follow the River; Author: JAMES ALEXANDER Thom; Review: One of the best books I've read in a long time! Thom's descriptive style makes the reader feel as if they are part of the story. I was sucked in from the very beginning and had trouble putting down the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa; City: Moab Utah; Review: for our stay in Moab, we were looking a place located in a nice environment. On that front the Sorrel hotel met fully our expectations with a fantastic setting with the Colardo river a few steps away from the room. But unfortunately the service, related to the price we paid, was very poor: at check-in, we were asked if we wanted a turn-down service. We said no, and despite this answer the housekeeping people kept on knocking at our door at 6pm. In the restaurant, first dinner was good but glasses were not clean (we realised it only once they were full of wine!). For the second dinner, drinks were not served at the same time for both of us, service was very long and food quality was very average with no effort at all in the presentation (for a main at 34$, it should be different). The cold breakfast buffet is ok but don't ask for anything else. I asked for a cowboy breakfast charged for 12$ additional: 2 eggs, 1 very small slice of fried sausage and some potatoes, and it took ages to be served! And, at the end we ask for a lunch box (20$ with tax!) in which they forgot to put the fruits! So, it is really a pitty, because this hotel is beautiful, the location great, there are a lot of staffs going around, but clearly it seems that nobody is really managing the place!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Hamburg Alter Wall; City: Hamburg; Review: it was the second time we stayed at the Sofitel in Hamburg. Rooms overlooking the canal are very nice and service is also very good. Breakfast is pleasant with good quality products and a lot of choice. We would go there again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waterberg Guest Farm; City: Okakarara Otjozondjupa Region; Review: Very good location if you drive down to Windhoek from Etosha and if you want to enjoy a relaxing evening after the visit of the waterberg plateau. The outside setting is beautiful with a pool and a nice bar. Our room was simple but very clean. The welcome staff was helpfull and we really enjoyed the dinner with all the guests and the owners of the farm sitting at the same table.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toshari Lodge; City: Etosha National Park Oshikoto Region; Review: we stayed 2 nights and appreciated the place. Our room (honeymoon type) was large and well furnished. food was good (dinner is also a buffet). Service was good but a few time we could feel that some staff did not always know what to do; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oyster Box Guesthouse; City: Walvis Bay Erongo Region; Review: Very nice guesthouse. Excellent welcome. The room was beautiful (take a sea view on the 1st floor!) For the dinner, as it was a Sunday evening with not a lot of options, we decided to stay at the gueshouse. They serve small dishes and we could use their small lobby as a dinning room. We really felt at home and the very nice lady at the reception provided an excellent service!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burg Vital Resort; City: Lech Vorarlberg Austrian Alps; Review: This hotel is really fantastic. We went there already 3 times and we will go back again. Location is excellent with a very nice view on mountains, the rooms are large and nicely furnished in modern/traditional style. Service is perfect (at the reception in particular). Food (breakfast and dinner) is very well prepared with tasteful products. And the wine list with a never ending selection gives you the opportunity to indulge yourself!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dolomite Camp; City: Etosha National Park Oshikoto Region; Review: the experience at the camp was beautiful. the rooms are nicely located and furnished (may be a bit small) and you can see animals directly from your private terrace. Food was excellent. very nice pool and bar too. And there are several water holes a few kilometers away from the lodge with very few vehicles getting there. The only issue came from the organisation of the service for the dinner. The waitress was doing her best but there were simply too many people to serve for one staff and we had to wait for ages before getting our drinks and meals. I would expect the management of the camp to correct this as soon as possible; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch; City: Mariental Hardap Region; Review: It was our first night after Windhoek, and we were extremely happy with our stay. The service was excellent, our dune chalet was amazing with a fantastic view on the desert. We also appreciated the food (dinner and breakfast). Would we ever travel back to Namibia, we would stay there again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cliff House at Pikes Peak; City: Manitou Springs El Paso County Colorado; Review: I spent a week there for business. Got upgraded to a suite which was nice. it is an historical hotel, so it looks a bit old fashion. Breakfast is okay but nothing special is available. The location in itself is excellent and for those who want to try the "Incline", it is only a 5 minute drive from the hotel; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Commune by the Great Wall; City: Beijing; Review: We wanted to see the great wall from our room and we were not disappointed. Having said that, not sure that all the rooms share the same view. Check it upon check-in. The setting of the hotel is nevertheless very nice with beautiful "gardens" and lot of different small buildings. The diner in the chinese type restaurant was excellent with very tasty and fresh products. We had lunch in the western type restaurant with a very average buffet, so i would not recommand this one. And if you want to enjoy the Great wall with no crowd, follow the direct path from the hotel and we will reach a "private" part of it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Beijing Wangfujing; City: Beijing; Review: Excellent place to stay in Beijing. Very good location with a lot of sightseeing at a walking distance. The hotel itself has a modern setting and looks very luxurious. We had a room at the 11th foor which was big and very nicely furnished. We also enjoyed the very big in-door pool which is perfect for swimming. Food at the breakfast was good, and we had one dinner in the Chynna restaurant wich was excellent: very fine and tasty dishes on top of a very kind service.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: W Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: We stayed there 3 nights after a trip in China. We had a harbourg view room which was very nice. Modern design, nice view, excellent bed. Breakfast buffet was beautiful with a lot of choice (asian and international items). The concierge was also very helpfull with excellent advice for our diners. A very nice mall is literally in the basement of the hotel, and you can reach the ferry terminal in 5 minutes by taxi. And the pool located at top floor of the hotel has breathtaking views on the city. We would definitively go back there; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ampersand Hotel; City: London England; Review: We spent a week-end with my wife in the Ampersand. Very nice experience. The hotel is very well located, easy to reach by taxi, bus or metro. It is very close to some museums and there are plenty of restaurants in a walking distance. The decoration of the hotel is very nice, and it has been fully refurbished a couple of years ago.The staff at the reception was very helpful and had very good restaurant's recommendations for the dinner. The breakfast in the restaurant which is downstair is good but nothing special. But again, you have plenty of options around the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel New York; City: New York City New York; Review: We spent 6 very nice days in the Sofitel. The staff at the reception desk were very polite, pleasant and efficient. We used the room service every morning, and each time we got plenty of attention. The room (2722) was beautiful with a very nice view on the Chrysler building. And a special mention for Raja, one of the concierge, who provided excellent advise for all the dinners we had! We will clearly come back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Peninsula Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: It was our third stay in the Peninsula, and again it was just faboulous. The location, the pool, the different restaurants, and the staff, everything was perfect. Travelling back to Bangkok, there would be no other option for us than the Peninsula! We love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ponte Sisto; City: Rome Lazio; Review: Nicely located place, you can go everywhere by foot in few minutes. The hotel is traditional and very well maintained, which gives a very nice atmosphere. Rooms are decently big. The ones located on the courtyard are much better given the noise you can have on the street side at night. There is also in the courtyard a superb terrrace open for breakfast i guess in the summer. Breakfast was good, but not spectacular. I was there on a business trip, so we also had lunch at the hotel: this is the only thing i would not recommend for this hotel; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Burg Vital Resort; City: Lech Vorarlberg Austrian Alps; Review: Our last visit was in 2013 and we decided to spend again a week of summer vacation in the Burg Vital. I must say that whenever I arrive there, I feel immediately at home and ready to enjoy the fantastic surroundings of the Lech valley. The staff is very kind (from the reception desk to the restaurant!), rooms are very cosy with a lot charm, and the quality of the food for breakfast and dinner is absolutely great. Very fresh products, most of the time organic and local, and prepared in very nice and precise way. No surprise that the A la carte restaurant of the hotel is very well rated by Gault Millau.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Falaj Daris Hotel; City: Nizwa Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate; Review: If you stop in Nizwa itself, this place is pretty good. It is a simple local hotel, with clean rooms (the bathroom was a bit small), two swimming pools, a bar with everything available, and a very decent restaurant with very professional staff; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Chedi Muscat a GHM hotel; City: Muscat Muscat Governorate; Review: The setup of the hotel is fantastic: small buildings spreaded around pools, a lot of palmtrees, a direct access to a clean private beach, 3 very large swimming pools, different dining possibilities. The room was also very nice: high ceiling, large relaxaxing area, very well appointed. So it clearly a very nice spot to stay in Muscat. Attention point in terms of service around the pools: Sometimes it was difficult to find somebody to ask for a drink or food or towels; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Desert Nights Camp; City: Sur Ash Sharqiyah Governorate; Review: I must say that we got a bit disappointed when we arrived at the camp. Given what you see on the internet site, we were really imagining getting in a magic place. Which is not the case: the place is nice yes, but not a kind of heaven in the middle of the desert. Having said that, service was nice and professional, food was good, and if you have never been in the desert before, you will appreciate the big dunes which are surrounding the camp. An attention point: the management of the camp claims its attention to the environment which is the case in the camp. But our tent was located at the edge of it, and we did not have to make a lot of effort to see wastes laying around. So i suggest that the attention to the environment should be a bit extended!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Spiess Spiess; City: Vienna; Review: I stayed there 3 nights for a business trip. The hotel is at a walking distance from the city center located in a quiet street. The room was huge (i guess i was upgraded) and well appointed. the staff at the reception were very kind and helpfull. And the breakfast was really at the level of a 5 stars hotel: a lot of choice of very good products, and a very nice setting under a veranda! A perfect place to stay in Vienna for a very good value for money; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drury Inn Suites Dayton North; City: Dayton Ohio; Review: I stayed there 3 nights. The value for money is good with nice rooms which are looking very good. For dinner there are plenty of options around the hotel which makes it a very convinient place to say. The only downside is the noise of the highway if you are bit sensitive to it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AthensWas; City: Athens Attica; Review: The AthensWas is a perfect place to stay to enjoy the center of Athens. The location is excellent with the parthenon, the plaka and most of the museums at a close walking distance. The hotel itself is very well designed and maintained, the staff very nice and professional, and the breakfast made to order was excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amphitryon Hotel; City: Nafplio Argolis Region Peloponnese; Review: We stayed 3 nights at the Amphitryon and we liked it. The hotel is nicely located at a very close walking distance of the center of Nafplio. The hotel itself is clean, staff are welcoming and pleasant, and the views over the bay are beautiful . What is missing for the 5 links with the decoration of the walls and public areas. Some flowers and pictures would bring something to the place to make it more vibrant; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Archipelagos Resort Hotel; City: Paros Cyclades South Aegean; Review: we stayed 3 nights in the Archipelagos. On the positive side: the staff welcoming you are very nice, the location overlooking the sea and the island of Antiparos is beatifull, and the room and terrace were large and pleasant to stay in/on. What we didn't like is the overall attention to details: the furtuniture at the reception are in bad conditions, in the room it looks Ok but you can feel that the maintenance is quite light, the sat TV was not working and I had to try by myself after that the person who took us in the room could not make it work, and the shower in the bathroom would need a complete refurbishment. Breakfast was OK but nothing spectacular. So all in all, not a bad experience, but the value for money is not there and you should not expect a 5* service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boutique Hotel Glaros; City: Naxos Town Naxos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: We stayed 3 nights and we would have loved to stay longer. The glaros hotel is absolutely amazing, from the charming staff to the extreme cleaningless of the hotel, from the superb breakfast to the perfect location. And if I would compare this experience at the Glaros hotel, to other experiences in much bigger five stars places, I would rank the Glaros hotel first!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Sofitel are rarely located in such beautiful and historical buildings. So it was really a nice experience to enter in it and discover the place. The hotel itself is meeting the expectations of a Sofitel with great service and amenities. The location is also perfect to discover the city by foot or boat; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breakers Boutique Accommodation; City: Greymouth West Coast Region South Island; Review: If you are looking for some accommodation in Greymouth, don't loose your time to search, simply go to "the breakers". We loved our 2 nights in this place: the welcome from Jan, the beautiful room with a breathtaking view of the sea, the breakfast, the antipasti plate and the recommended local pub with a very nice fish and chips! The setup of the place is really amazing and the short walk to the beach is an experience in itself. And Jan is very professional and very kind and helpful for anything you need. So do not hesitate, go there!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oinako Bed and Breakfast; City: Akaroa Canterbury Region South Island; Review: The house has a perfect location in Akaroa and the rooms are beautiful with a taste of the "old time" but with all modern amenities you need. The breakfast is also excellent and prepared by Greg who is an excellent cook. There is also a very nice lounge for the guests to relax before and after dinner which contributes to the exclusive atmosphere of the place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peppers on the Point Lake Rotorua; City: Rotorua Rotorua District Bay of Plenty Region North I; Review: Let's start with the good things: The location of the hotel is really fantastic with a beautiful view overlooking the lake. There is a main building and several cottages surrounded by beautiful trees.unfortunately the service was not at all reaching the expectation for such place given the price you paid for it. 2 maim facts: first on the second day we came back at 5 PM in our room and nobody had cleaned it! I had to go to the concierge ( who was helpful) and finally somebody came at 5pm to clean it. They did apologize, but this is clearly not acceptable for a place claiming for five star standards. On top of this, on the second morning the person doing the service at the breakfast was completely overwhelmed, we had to ask twice to get some fruits and we never got the butter and the jam on our table. We thought when we arrived about extending our stay but after these issues, clearly we decided to move somewhere else; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour; City: Auckland Central North Island; Review: In general the impression is nice, and you find the sofitel good standards. 2 things to improve: there was a strange smell in our bathroom during the 2 days and nothing worked to remove it. Second thing is the A/C control: it is very surprising to see in such a recent hotel such an outdated panel for the a/c control. And at end we never manage to have the right temperature in the room; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Grand Beijing Dongcheng Hotel; City: Beijing; Review: I stayed for 3 nights in a business trip. The lobby is not impressive but rooms are really great, with a lot a space, well appointed with glass walls for the bathroom. Restaurant for the breakfast is great with a lot of choices from western and eastern cuisines, I really appreciated. The surprise was that the dinner in the same place was not as impressive: there was still a lot of choice, but the quality was disapointing compared to the breakfast. Please also note that a few staff did not understand a word of English. We also tested the japanese restaurant where the food was actually very good, and portions were quite big.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MOXY Vienna Airport; City: Schwechat Lower Austria; Review: Location in the airport is the only good point for this hotel if you have an early flight the day after. But what i did not like: - there was no A/C in the rooms! As it is a central system the had already switched it to heating (but they did not admit it). So 23 deg at night in the room with the only option to open the window to get some cool air, the nights are not restful at all . In an airport hotel you can imagine the noise! They proposed to me to change room, the problem was exactly the same. - check-in: some colleagues arrived the day after us: 15 meters of queue for checking in at 10pm! - in the room, the bathroom is very very small, when you use the basin you are almost standing on the toilets - in the shower, there is a little water pressure and the shower tray is extremely slippery! - don't expect a restaurant, there is a kind of self service cafeteria and bar. So if you want a decent meal the only option is to walk to the NH hotel. So, despite frequent travels to south Vienna, i will not go there anymore!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel Bratislava; City: Bratislava Bratislava Region; Review: Nice hotel, excellent location very close to the old town. The room was big and clean and not expensive. Adding the breakfast (ok but not spectacular) and a car in the car park brings 44 euros on the bill, which is a bit too much; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Loden Hotel; City: Vancouver British Columbia; Review: We stayed 2 nights and enjoyed our stay in the Loden. The staff is very welcoming and the room was nice with a large bathroom. The restaurant in the ground floor also offers a good option for breakfast. Why did I not put 5 then? Well I had an exchange of emails with the “concierge” and I struggled to have an answer to my questions. And even when I asked directly at the reception, I had to re-ask a few times to get the confirmation I was expecting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Terramar Men's Military Fleece Pants; Brand: Terramar; Review: Great thermals. I work outside for approximately 4 hours out of the day. These have done a great job at keeping my nether-regions nice and toasty in 25F temps...and that's while wearing regular jeans and/or cargo pants. Almost too warm when inside. Only drawback... They're a little short. Im 6'2 with athletic build.. Size large waist.. These stop between bottom of calf and top of ankle. As long as you are wearing ski/boot socks, you won't even notice. However, if you're my height and wearing em under regular clothes.. Feels a little awkward. Still, for the price, they are definitely worth the buy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CONDOR Deployment Bag; Brand: CONDOR; Review: Small bag but tough. Good for small range stuff, but not a weapon (maybe a subcompact). I dumped 200 rounds of ammo, eye-pro, few bandages, eye cleaner, and mags into mine. Good enough for all that and MAYBE a little more, but that's about it. Straps can be maneuvered around bag to make it a fanny-pack, shoulder sling, or carry all. Kinky wish it opened wider, and was a bit bigger.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rothco Molle Water Bottle Pouch; Brand: Rothco; Review: Great bottle case, but is not universal. Only holds a specific, wide mouth, type bottle. Granted, the bottle can be found at virtually any Target store (where I found mine) but don't by this if you have a specific gym bottle you want to carry already. Doesn't /didn't come with any straps, but if you have any, you can sling it over back when in field.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Microfiber Travel Towel, Blue; Brand: Proteove; Review: This is a good bag for professionals that are moving items from car, to car, to location. Bag isn't designed for travelling through airports, Or extended carrying. I use min in patrol vehicle, keep lunch bag, paperwork, clip board, pens, knives, inside. Mille attachment allows me to attach water bottle carrying case on outside. All outer bags are fully detachable and Molle features allow you some room to customize. Tough little bag.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schrade SCHA4BS M.A.G.I.C. Assisted Opening Drop-Point Blade Folding Knife; Brand: Schrade; Review: Awesome knife. Assisted opening worked smoothly. I bought another after the first. Came sharp too ... Just wish it was a little bigger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's X-Temp Performance Polo Shirt (1 Pack or 2 Pack); Brand: ; Review: UNLESS you want your nipples showing, is suggests you get a differently polo. This just a tshirt with a collar on it. Can't wear it anywhere; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: KALILY 12PCS/9PCS/6PCS Headband Bandana - Versatile Sports Headwear –Multifunctional Seamless Neck Gaiter, Headwrap, Balaclava, Helmet Liner, Face Mask for; Brand: KALILY; Review: Thin and cheap. Feels more like the sleeve of a thin tshirt. I bought one with a flag and it was 5x better than his. Lesson learned, Dont buy anything in bulk. You get what you pay for in this; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Breathe Again; Author: Visit Amazon's Sydney Logan Page; Review: A great book. Several deep and difficult topics that are approached and handled in an easy manner. The characters were suffering but the overall story was not overwhelmed by their suffering.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cake: A Love Story; Author: Visit Amazon's J. Bengtsson Page; Review: Just a great book. Fun to escape into.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Shifts Black; Author: Visit Amazon's Alyson Santos Page; Review: Enjoyed this book a lot. Didn't like the second one in the series as much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Fixer Upper; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucy Score Page; Review: Really enjoyed this book. Don't know how she didn't have more issues explored, but liked the way everything flowed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holding on to Chaos: A Small Town Love Story (Blue Moon) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Lucy Score Page; Review: Loved this series. Some days I feel like I live in Blue Moon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Carlton Hotel Singapore; City: Singapore; Review: Can't believe this is a 4 star hotel. The "premier" wings may be. However the standard room is worn out with tiny, worn out and smelly toilet, noisy air conditioner, and NO WIFI. I have never seen a hotel without a Wi Fi within at least past 5 years, or may be 10 years I guess. It may be my fault not to check the Wi fi availability before booking, but who would have thought a 4 star hotel in Singapore would be without Wifi... and I don't mean there is no "free" wifi, there is "no" wifi, with or without charge. They say "premier" wings have wifi though.. which I think are about 50 dollars more expensive. The only value of this hotel is the location.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Seoul COEX; City: Seoul; Review: I usually stay here when I visit Korea and have visited about 4-5 times.The Coex mall and underpath to subway station/department is under renovation, but after it is completed there will be much more food and shopping choices around. The interior and design is not modern or fancy, but is very well maintained and clean. Staffs are nice, but sometimes the amenities are not filled up so I had to ring housekeeping a few times every visit. Responses are quick and polite. Breakfast buffet is excellent with a lot of choices. Some male staffs in the buffet restaurant needs more smile. I have taken out one point because of the hotel guests. Group tourists are frequent and can be quite noisy. Some guests smoke in the non smoking area and in the lift. Had seen several occasions of this. Price is reasonable compared to the quality and service and especially to its sibling hotel, grand intercontinental or parnas. Intercontinental seoul parnas is mor expensive than coex but the staffs are not as nice or professional as this hotel. Overall it is a very nice hotel and I will return here for my next visit to seoul.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Okura Prestige Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: This hotel is an added pleasure to my trips to BKK. I've been to BKK several times and stayed here four times. Always try to stay here but it is a popular one with not too many rooms and may get full sometimes. The room is very spacious, Zen style fabulous interior, very clean, lovely and luxurious. It is a Japanese hotel chain and offers two choices of breakfast- Japanese and world buffet. Though I usually prefer Japanese, buffet breakfast is much better. Staffs are very nice except the staffs at buffet restaurant who sometimes are not very attentive. It is a bit expensive compared to other hotels in BKK, but it's worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crown Promenade Melbourne; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: Relatively new, clean and spacious bathroom. Modern interior. Connected to Crown Casino. Lots of food options indoors. Reasonable price, staffs nice and professional. I try to stay here whenever I go to Melbourne if available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The French House; City: St Helens Tasmania; Review: Completely renovated and very clean. Beautiful and comfortable bedding. Owners were very friendly and helpful in getting around, finding places to eat, and planning a next trip on the way to our next destination. We visited in the winter, but the room was warm cozy with central heating system, a room heater as well as electric blanket. In the lounge was a fireplace which is perfect for a winter night.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Melbourne; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: Good things: - Most of the front desk people are very nice and friendly - Just in front of a tram stop and short walk to Casino complex, Southwharf, and convention centre - Nice view if you are facing Yarra river - Free apples on each floor Bad things: - Small bathroom, no shower booth. Just shower curtains. Shower curtains cannot be very well maintained in any hotel. - Drinking Glasses and tumblers not clean - Housekeeping does not answer the phone - Amenities are not well filled up. Some redundant and some missing. - Used shampoo left by the previous guest was not removed - Lifts close too fast. There are 4 lifts, two on each opposite side of round hall. If one on the other end comes open, it often closes before I walk in, or when about to go in (and hits on the arms); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ovolo Nishi; City: Canberra Australian Capital Territory; Review: As can be seen by all the photos from its website and the other reviewers, every single bit of the place is fabulously designed. It was an excellent experience to stay there. One thing I didn't like was that the room was too dark and not consistent with the photo on its website. I booked an original room, expecting big windows and the layout as in the photo. I was given a room similar to cosy room which had smaller windows and seemed a bit dark in the photo. The small windows facing the hotel's garden was at the ground level - meaning the room itself was sub ground. I was told later that I should have requested a room facing outside if I wanted more natural light. However I was not given such an information at the time of booking. And artificial lights were insufficient as well so the room was too dark. I wasn't given an explanation about $100 of incidental deposit during checkin, and had to ask later about that. The explanation given after finding out the room was not what I had expected, was not very satisfactory either. The staff did not try to make any move to find out if there was any room left with the design I wanted. Felt like I was deceived 'cause I chose the room based in the photos of its website. The hotel should provide more explanation given that many of the visitors will choose the hotel for its design.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Canberra; City: Canberra Australian Capital Territory; Review: They don't provide some basic amenities like body lotions, cotton pads and cotton buds. You can get them if you ask, but the problem is you have to call twice for every single request, and you have to call every night. Looks like it's Novotel standard not to provide the basic items unless asked for, 'cause I had the same issue in other Novotel chains. I asked for them, they didn't turn up after 20 minutes, so I called again. And I had to repeat this 3 out of 4 nights, 'cause the housekeeper would take away the remaining unused items, and one day even the half used body lotion! And for each night I had to call twice. I really want to avoid this hotel and other Novotel chains if it is ever possible. The bathroom is quite small and outdated. Good things were the location, and the receptions who were nice and helping.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oakfold House; City: Bowness on Windermere Lake District Cumbria England; Review: It was a little bit difficult to find the drive way to the back yard where we could park, but as we finally found it and parked our car we were greeted by Max who was very friendly and kind enough to ask what our plan was and recommend some places to fit our needs. The room was cozy and nicely decorated with a thoughtful design concept. Bathroom was modern, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very nice, we could choose from several menus the night before, served on time in a beautiful dining room. It was the right choice to stay here, the location was also good, not too far from the lake and the downtown Windermere which was a beautiful small town as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Knight Residence by Mansley; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: We stayed at this apartment for 3 nights and it was absolutely the best serviced apartments in terms of 'service'. It is a bit old, but is surprisingly well maintained. I guess the at least bathroom has been renovated not too long ago. It is not a fancy modern design house, but everything is very thoughtfully prepared. We stayed in a one bedroom apartment and it was equipped with washer/ dryer and all the other appliances and furniture a serviced apartment would have. We were provided milk, juice, bread, cereals,coffee, jam and butter, and some cookies. Most impressive was the shopping bag for lent, as in Scotland you need to pay 5p for every disposable shopping bag.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PARKROYAL Darling Harbour Sydney; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: Stayed one night on Easter Friday and was impressed by the interior of the room and the lobby, as well as attentive and nice staff. The hotel was fully renovated just a few years ago and has good sized rooms. The room was very clean and modern. I especially liked the bathroom tiles and the stool. Breakfast was ok, not quite distinguishing nor disappointing, one thing that I liked most was the juice bar where you can make your own fresh fruit juice. The hotel is located just across the Darling quarter and close to the town hall. A lot of food choices, bars and convenience stores nearby.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marc Munchen; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: Small but professional. They understand what hospitality should be. The interior is modern and clean. It's just minutes' walk to the central station. But rooms are very quiet. Bed is comfortable. The usual good stuffs. Complimentary bottled water in the room every day, and when you check out. The best of all was the breakfast though. There are not too many categories, but quite some variations within a category. Presentation was outstanding. Attention to details. I would even say a dignity was there. And everything was so delicious...!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Super Mario Sunshine; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: When the first Mario game came out for the NES, your goal was to rescue the princess from bowser--an evil, fire-breathing turtle/dragon boss. A little more than a decade later, and Mario is running around watering plants and hosing off sidewalks. What the heck happened? In all seriousness, this game is extremely disappointing. The graphics in this game are almost no improvement over its N64 predecessor, and the controls are sloppier and more frustrating (the water pump controls are very awkward and take a lot of getting used to.) On top of that, the camera behavior has become even more irritating than before. It's not uncommon for the camera to swing around behind a wall and make it difficult to see what the heck you're doing. You'll find yourself adjusting the camera very often, which isn't exactly my idea of fun. The overall look and feel of the game is strange. Many of the levels look basically the same, the enemies lack creativity, and the music is just bad. On the plus side, the game does have its moments. Some of the bosses are fun... that's pretty much it. If you are a big fan of the Mario games, I'd get this just because it's cheap and is a good back-up game for when you get tired of the really good ones (like Super Smash Bros. Melee.) However, if you're expecting this to be a step above and beyond Super Mario 64, you're in for a disappointment.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Metroid Prime; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: I'll be honest, I absolutely hate 1st-person shooters for console systems, but Nintendo really got it right with this one. There were no Metroid games for the N64, so the bar for this game was set by Super Metroid--one of the best games Nintendo has ever released. On top of that, this was the first attempt at a 3D version of a Metroid game. Naturally, I was worried that it would disappoint. It doesn't. The controls are brilliant. By the time you get started, it'll take you all of 15 minutes to master the controls, which gives you the rest of the time to marvel at the stunning graphics, seductive soundtrack, and brilliant level design. Words can't adequately describe the look and feel of this game. Turn off the lights, get comfortable, turn the game on, and you'll get sucked right in. The game designers have successfully created a world that you will feel totally immersed in. Just don't forget to eat food and take bathroom breaks. Stop reading this review and buy it already. You won't be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Gamepad F310; Brand: Logitech; Review: Call me crazy, but it seems to me that when someone sells a 360 degree controller, that controller should, in theory, be capable of 360 degree movement. Not so with this piece of junk. I'm currently using this to play Final Fantasy VIII on my PS emulator. There are enormous dead zones on the analog stick. It can register UP, UP/LEFT, LEFT, LEFT/DOWN, DOWN, DOWN/RIGHT, RIGHT, UP/RIGHT. That's it. 8 directions. No better than a d-pad dressed up as an analog stick. Apparently, Logitech is fully aware of this and refuses to fix it. Failure of a product, and borderline false advertising.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Buffalo iBuffalo Classic USB Gamepad for PC; Brand: BUFFALO; Review: POS. Seems to work OK at first, but often malfunctions on small controller movements (e.g. some small button presses won't register, or a button press will register a second too long), which makes it impossible to play some of the more challenging games that require precise controller responsiveness. Bummer. I really wanted to like this and was optimistic based on the reviews.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Redragon M601 Wired Gaming Mouse, Ergonomic, Programmable 6 Buttons, 3200 DPI with Red LED Mouse for Windows PC Games; Brand: Redragon; Review: Worked for a little over a year. Bought it in May of '16 and the left click started getting jammed up in June of '17. A good mouse while it lasted. Unfortunately, that wasn't long.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Havit Gaming Mouse, 2800DPI 6 Buttons LED Optical Wired Mouse, Black; Brand: Havit; Review: Absolute piece of trash. Using a Windows 10 computer. Plugged it in and the cursor moved to the upper right of the screen automatically and could not be moved. Tried reinstalling, unplugging other peripherals, changing USB ports, restarting computer multiple times. Complete useless piece of junk. Not to mention the fact that it is simply ugly. Multiple colors to choose from but we have to have BRIGHT RED buttons? And the cursive writing on the left mouse button? Hideously ugly. I know it's a gaming mouse, I bought it. You don't have to remind me.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Video_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Cat6 Networking RJ45 Ethernet Patch Cable - (15 Feet) Gray; Brand: Cmple; Review: It came on time and looked just look the pic on line and does what it should not to much more to say; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C2G/Cables to Go 27183 Cat6 Snagless Unshielded (UTP) Network Patch Cable, Red (10 Feet/3.04 Meters); Brand: C2G; Review: its does what its supposed to do looked just like it did online no problems so far thats about it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C2G 31348 Cat6 Cable - Snagless Unshielded Ethernet Network Patch Cable, Orange (5 Feet, 1.52 Meters); Brand: C2G; Review: its does what its supposed to do looked just like it did online no problems so far thats about it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C2G 27167 Cat6 Cable - Snagless Unshielded Ethernet Network Patch Cable, White (100 Feet, 30.48 Meters); Brand: C2G; Review: its does what its supposed to do looked just like it did online no problems so far thats about it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C&E MUTP5E-50PKB Ethernet Cable 50' for Internet, Routers and Xbox 360, White; Brand: C&E; Review: Very good quality don't let the price fool you.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NETGEAR N300 WiFi Range Extender (EX2700); Brand: NETGEAR; Review: It's ok, kind of seems to work off and on a little. The range is strong with some things, but not all.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tab S 10.5 Case, Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Case, Style4U [Everlasting; Brand: Style4U; Review: Looks just the pic and seems pretty durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: USB 2.0 to SATA 7+15 Pin 22Pin Adapter Cable For 2.5" HDD Hard Disk Drive; Brand: GHH; Review: It worked without any problems; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GMYLE Comfortable Touch Ultra Thin Protector Hot Keys Keyboard Cover Compatible for MacBook Air 13 inch; Brand: GMYLE; Review: Nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beats Solo2 Wired On-Ear Headphone - Blue; Brand: Beats; Review: They sound good, can be a little uncomfortable after a while.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thankscase Case for iPad Air; Brand: Thankscase; Review: I bought it for my son and he loves it. Great quality and it stands in the case very nicely for watching videos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Ultra II 960GB Solid State Drive (SDSSDHII-960G-G25); Brand: SanDisk; Review: It does the job; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peak Design Slide Summit Edition Tallac Padded Camera Strap, Blue; Brand: Peak Design; Review: I loved it, great quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon ES-68 Lens Hood; Brand: Canon; Review: Works like it should; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neewer® Double Flash Shoe Mount Swivel Umbrella Kit with 43"/110cm 5 in 1 Reflector for Canon 430EX II,580EX II,600EX-RT,Nikon SB600; Brand: Neewer; Review: Nice, but looks bigger online than in person; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dastone Stereo Metal Earphones Noise Isolating Bass In-ear Headphones with Remote Control Microphone for Iphone Ipod Ipad Andriod Smartphone Laptop; Brand: Dastone; Review: The sound is decent and it controls my iPhone's calls and volume pretty well. I've had it since November of 2016 and it's holding up still.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fintie iPad Air 2 Case - 360 Degree Rotating Stand Protective Case Smart Cover with Auto Sleep; Brand: Fintie; Review: It only lasted for about 3-4 months before started having trouble keeping the iPad up.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fintie iPad Air 2 / iPad Pro 9.7 Keyboard Cover - Blade Z1 Slim [Multi-Angle] Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard; Brand: Fintie; Review: It seemed to be a good quality keyboard.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clean Screen Wizard Microfiber Keyboard Covers, Screen Protectors, Screen Cleaner Kit for MacBook Pro 15, for MacBook Pro; Brand: CLEAN SCREEN WIZARD; Review: I like these a lot. They make it easy to clean the screen on my iPad. I haven't used the other items that it came with.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JETech Screen Protector for iPad Pro 12.9-Inch (1st Generation 2015 and 2nd Generation 2017), Tempered Glass Film; Brand: JETech; Review: I highly recommend this. It was fairly easy to put on and no chipping or cracks yet. I've had it for about 2-3 months now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spigen K102W iPad Pro 12.9 Keyboard Case with Integrated Stylus and Bluetooth Wireless Connection and Detachable Case for iPad Pro; Brand: Spigen; Review: I really like this case. The battery last for 2-3 weeks after it's charged for me. The only issue I have is that, if you don't use the keyboard for like 15mins or so you have to hit the keys like 7-10 times for the keys work again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Esonstyle Over Ear Bluetooth Headphones,Foldable Wireless Stereo Headset with Mic, FM Radio Support TF Card and AUX Play; Brand: esonstyle; Review: My son loves these and they have been holding up pretty well. I would have given it 5 stars, but the charge doesn't last as long as I would like.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JETech Bluetooth Keyboard Case for Apple iPad Air 2, 360 Degree Rotation, Multi-Angel Stand; Brand: JETech; Review: It held up for a few months and worked great. I only had it for a few months because I got a new iPad (iPad 9.7 2017) for my son and this case didn't fit it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tripp Lite 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip, 10ft Cord, Right-Angle Plug, Tel/Modem/Coax/Ethernet Protection, RJ11, RJ45, & $250,000 INSURANCE; Brand: Tripp Lite; Review: I'm glad I bought this. The cord is really long and comes in handy. I love having the extra and spaced out plugs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Red Roof Inn Parsippany; City: Parsippany Morris County New Jersey; Review: I thought the registration process was friendly though it was delayed because they didn't know if the room was ready. The bed was comfortable enough, the room appeared clean, BUT I think I was attacked by bed bugs overnight as my arm had big bumps that I couldn't get rid of for over a week. They weren't mosquito bites as they usually disappear overnight or over a few days. But, I suppose there is no way to control whether a previous occupier brought in bed bugs or not. The bathroom amenities (shampoo) were in ketchupdispenser-sized plastic bags. I found the other lodgers rather strange looking in athletic shirts -- not the classiest people but this was summer at a cheap motel. But, do they have to hang around outside their room? Except for the bed bugs, it would have been a pleasant enough stay. A bit over priced for the level but this is typical of the region outside NYC where the minimum goes for $80+/night in summer. The coffee was good and I suppose it saves them lots of money to avoid even the minimal breakfast buffet. In our case, we just went across the street do Dunkin Donuts. I might stay here again but I'd check for bed bugs OR I might try some of the other places further down the road. (Oddly, my wife who slept next to me did not have any bites -- yeah, not sweet enough, I suppose. Sorry, honey.); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Extended Stay America St Petersburg Carillon Park; City: Clearwater Florida; Review: Small but it has a workable kitchen and all you need to make a reasonably comfortable stay. The price was right and they seemed full and busy. The night manager was helpful and friendly and it was a good place to stay for the night. This is a commercial area and not really conducive to a relaxing stay at the beach as that is still miles away but it was an excellent bargain. Good eating places nearby if you don't intend to use the kitchen facility. The TV remote was missing its back so I had to tape the batteries in. Just a small annoyance.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld; City: Orlando Florida; Review: This is a nice hotel. It needs some more updating but it was comfortable and reasonably nice. One of the worse things was the $15/night parking fee. I suppose i could have arrived without a car but that would have been an inconvenience. It does have an atmosphere of being a 20-30 year old resort. The grounds are nice and sometimes the trails to get to the parking lot are unnecessarily winding but they're passable. One thing I didn't like over our stay was the carpeting near the air conditioning was soaking wet so that part of the room was unusable. They added the semicircular shower curtain rod which prevented the door from opening wider. I suppose that makes for a bathroom that may be a little inconvenient because it isn't big enough but we managed to make do. The reception staff i thought was rather cold. I'm rather an upbeat person but I didn't get a spark out of the Brazilian desk clerk -- absolutely no enthusiasm so one wonders whether he likes his job or feels that he deserves better. BTW, he didn't tell me that there was a $15/nt parking fee when i checked in, it jsut appeared at checkout. But, this place was convenient and comfortable for our visit even though there were small quirks attached to the stay. i think I'd stay again UNLESS I found a better place with better value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel; City: Baltimore Maryland; Review: I only stayed here on a quick overnight so I didn't get to see much but it takes up a block in size with a central courtyard i.e. its four sides are lined with hotel rooms around the perimeter. I got a 12th floor (top floor) room facing north with only a view of the streets. Not very impressive. Another colleague got a lower floor but facing the harbor, which I suppose is a little better but I'm not sure as I didnt see any view while there. They have doorman service, if you like service coming in and out of the building. Basement self parking for $26 -- and that is on top of your room rate which is kind of high. I would have, frankly done better in an outlying area as our conference was at Johns Hopkins, 5 miles away. I asked how parking on the street was and they answer I got back made me wonder why I was staying there. They have conference rooms and I suppose that's what brings the people in. But, we didn't use them. Its not as nice as some Marriotts I've been at as it seems older. The rooms are fine but if you misread the sign, as I did, you can end up walking around 3/4 of the perimeter to get to your room when it would have been shorter going the other way. A diagram indicating where the elevators are and the room numbers would have been useful rather than a small sign with a jumble of numbers and and arrow signs. It was not a good welcome to the hotel. The room however was pleasant and well appointed except for the ODD side/lamp table which, instead of being a cube, was like a pyramid with steps. Whats the purpose of that design? Not very functional. It was not as nice a room as Marriott usually presents though the bed was nice and plush.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Regency O Hare Chicago; City: Rosemont Illinois; Review: This hotel is near Ohare Airport and a stone's throw from the Rosemont station of the Blue Line so it is convenient to get there. They even have a shuttle to the airport. Once inside, it is like other Hyatt's which have a huge interior courtyard with 4 exposed elevators shafts in the middle taking lodgers to their floors. So, everything looks fine and typical if you have stayed in a Hyatt Regency before. But, the room interior is different. I got a room that is on a corridor leading out from the corners of the interior courtyard. The exterior is circular so, the room is rather ODD shaped sort of like a pie tranche or wedge and I must say its disconcerting. I'd much prefer a room with walls at right angles or an oval with no angles. It is reminiscent of a maze. What's worse is the room lighting. It is insufficient and not done well. The flourescent light at the desk is usable but the wall sconces in lieu of table lamps are overpowering because they are too bright and provide too much glare. Its uncomfortable lighting. The lighting sort of highlights the irregularity and mazelike feeling one has in this type of room. It does not give the feeling of spaciousness but a room out of control. I'm thinking somewhat slipped me some LSD because the room is so out of shape for my eyes expecting things to be at right angles. One other thing, the towel rack is located just above an oddly situated toilet so -- sure enough, right after you think about it, the towel falls down right into the toilet. Isn't it foolish to have a towel bar above the toilet seat? Nonetheless, this hotel has some of the expected comforts assocated with the Hyatt Regency brand but, I'm getting tired of listening the planes fly by above the highway outside that you can flash the pilot, if you had a hankering to do so. This is a large hotel, and they do have a large number of lodgers here for conventions, meetings, dance competitions, etc.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Belkin XM Auto Cassette Adapter for Apple iPod / Apple iPhone; Brand: Belkin; Review: Not Belkin and sounds horrible. Will not be able to use because of the horrible sound quality. Already bought another; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coodio Universal 15.6 inch Laptop Sleeve Bag Case Pouch Carrying Handbag Briefcase; Brand: Coodio; Review: I never write reviews but this was needed. Not only does this bag not fit my 11 inch laptop (HP stream), but it STINKS like chemical plastic. It's been airing outside for 3 days and it still smells. If returning wasn't such a pain I would have sent it back. Update: 3 Months later and it still STINKS!! I have to throw it away because of the horrible smell.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Truwire 30 pin to 8 pin Charge & Sync Adapter Converter (White); Brand: Generic; Review: Doesn't work; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Wireless Mouse M325 with Designed-For-Web Scrolling - Blue; Brand: Logitech; Review: Arrived open and does not work. Will be returning; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M325c Wrls Mouse Zigzag Red; Brand: Logitech; Review: Arrived open and does not work. Will be returning; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Logitech - M325c Wireless Optical Mouse - Red Harlequin; Brand: Logitech; Review: Arrived open and does not work. Will be returning; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: [ MFi Certified ] CableCreation 4 Feet Lightning to USB Charge Sync Cable for iPhone X / 8/8; Brand: CableCreation; Review: Great value and nice cable cord.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SIENOC HDMI Female to VGA Female Converter Adapter with 3.5mm Stereo Audio Cable for Connect HDMI Streaming Media Player PC; Brand: SIENOC; Review: Didn't work; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Borgo Iesolana; City: Bucine Province of Arezzo Tuscany; Review: We first visited Iesolana in 2003 for our honeymoon and have been back 3 times and have just booked for our 2012 summer holiday. This Tuscan hideaway is pure bliss and you relax as soon as you park your car and step into the beautiful grounds. The attention to detail and level of customer service is exceptional. The view from the swimming pool area is breathtaking and ranks among our favouritre views in the world. We have tried other locations in Itay and this is still our number one. If you are lucky enough to stay at this little paridise then try the winebar for a lovely meal and we would also recommend their olive oil and wine. But sshhhh we really don't want everyone to hear about our little Tuscan hideaway.......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Macdonald Randolph Hotel; City: Oxford Oxfordshire England; Review: The experience at the Randolph is a real treat. People watching in the Morse bar, the central location, the famous afternoon tea and the staff's attention to detail all add to the experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: East House; City: Broadway Cotswolds England; Review: My husband and I stayed in Broadway for a treat last year. Easthouse is a real treat. The rooms are beautifully furnished and your hosts have really thought of everything. Breakfast is a real delight and has to really be experienced to really appreciate just how good it is! Lauren and Andrea can't do enough for you, they are always there but never intrusive. The welcoming glass of champagne is just the start of the relaxation possible at East House. Lauren booked restaurants for us and was on hand with details and suggestions of places to go in the area. We will definitely be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golfhotel Vesper; City: Sprockhoevel North Rhine Westphalia; Review: This is a family owned hotel that has changed and developed over the last few years. Great staff and a lovely atmosphere with comfortable rooms. Restaurant is great and the chef cooks up some lovely good. The staff here really add value by being friendly, welcoming and always happy to help.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zum Hackstueck; City: Hattingen North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Quiet hotel, nice rooms, good breakfast and reasonably priced evening menu with good food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Focus Gdansk; City: Gdansk Pomerania Province Northern Poland; Review: A late night arrival meant I spent little time in the hotel. Reception welcome was good and I was quickly checked into my room. The road noise was quite loud and the room extremely basic. The bed was a small single, bed linen ok quality but clean. The bathroom was adequate. On waking the next morning I opened the curtains and realised how dirty the window was inside and out which is quite off putting, Breakfast was average.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Relais Monaco Country Hotel Spa; City: Ponzano Veneto Province of Treviso Veneto; Review: I arrived late at night from a budget flight but the long gravel tree lined driveaway immediately put me at ease. A friendly receptionist greeted me and directed me to my room. The room was small but well apointed and had everything I needed. The bathroom was clean with nice quality towels and toiletries. The bed was not the best but comfortable enough. A nice light bright dining room was the setting for a continental breakfast with a freindly waiter and nice coffee. Check out was quick and easy. The grounds looked beautiful and I would have liked time to explore. After a meeting there we had a quick lunch at the hotel which was well presented and very tasty. I would recommend the hotel as staff were freindly, hotel was clean, beautiful setting and great value for money. I will be back when in the area on business and would also consider it as a base for a weekend visit to Venice,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Birmingham Airport Hotel; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: airport hotels are notoriously hot, loud and over-priced, this one surprised me. The room was light, spacious and very clean. The bathroom was modern, well furnished with nice towels and toiletries. The best thing was there was a small hallway with a door that gave extra sound proof against the walkway outside the room where other guests walk to access their rooms, bar etc. This meant the room was surprisingly quiet. The bed was large and comfortable with nice linen. Breakfast buffet was plentiful and staff helpful and attentive.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Borgo Iesolana; City: Bucine Province of Arezzo Tuscany; Review: My husband and I returned to Tuscany for this years annual holiday. We are fans of Iesolana having been previous visitors and we once again were not disappointed. We stayed in Portico a one bedroomed appartment which is well furnished with a beautiful private covered terrace which was our reason for selecting this appartment. Il Portico was very clean and well furnished and we had a really comfortable stay. Since our last visit, a second swimming pool has opened giving holiday makers the choice of 2 beautifully maintained pools with stunning views over the Tuscan countryside. Each appartment has a private gazebo by the pool complete with deckchairs, sunbeds and some welcome shade. The onsite wine bar gives guests the option of having breakfast, lunch or evening meals or just a cold drink or a coffee. The chef provides well cooked meals using lovely local produce, well worth a try! All the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful and keep the venue and grounds in beautiful condition. We feel like old friends when we return. Surrounded by the stunning landscape, beautiful gardens and peaceful remote location, you can't ask for a nicer place to stay. When the 2 weeks ended it was with a heavy heart we left. As we drove down the track to head back towards Pisa and our flight home we were already talking of next year and a possible return....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: East House; City: Broadway Cotswolds England; Review: We returned to stay at East House end of November 2012 for a weekend. This time we stayed in the Jacobean suite - pure luxury. The room is very well appointed and as always Lauren and Andrew have thought of everything. The welcome and breakfast were high points of our last stay and this visit did not disappoint. Worth every penny for an escape to the country in beautiful surroundings. You relax as soon as you cross the threshold and by the time you have sat down on the sofa with a glass of champagne the stress just melts away. If you have an eye for detail this is the destination for you. We will be back......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn Boston Framingham; City: Framingham Massachusetts; Review: This is a good business base if you are staying more than 2 or 3 days, however a car is a must have if you are staying here! The rooms are well appointed and have good facilities. the kitchenette is great and has everything you need. The beds are comfortable with good linen . Bathrooms a little tried nut clean and functional. However the lobby shop has very scare resources so stock up before arriving at the hotel otherwise you won't need the kitchenette. Buffet breakfast is basic but plentiful. If you are on a business trip for more than a couple of days this is a great base as you are not in a small claustrophobic hotel room, there is a sofa area with tv and room to relax. There is no restaurant or bar at the hotel or in the immediate area so a car is very much needed,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Arts Barcelona; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: I recently had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Hotel Arts in Barcelona for a sales conference. This was a luxurious venue with great staff, good food and amazing bedrooms. The rooms were really well appointed with good quality fixtures and fittings, The bathroom was amazing with a great shower cubicle and lovely deep bath. The mini bar is a little pricey but in a hotel of this quality it is expected. The conference facility, catering and event was really great but the venue made it a conference never to forget. I really hope to be back for pleasure this time. The breakfast selection was amazing. Internet bandwidth varied around the hotel. Great location, great views, great hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Westlake Village Inn; City: Westlake Village California; Review: A 6 night stay at this hotel was a real delight. A beautiful location and a lovely hotel. The reception staff are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The well appointed room was light and spacious. Quality fixtures and fittings with very nice bed linen. Excellent wifi speed across the site, coffee machine in the room help for the pre and post office catch ups. Many of the rooms have amazing views across the stunning golf course or gardens. There is a fantastic wine bar with a wide varied selection of wines and the on site restaurant serves amazing food, both dinner and the breakfast selection. I would recommend this hotel and will certainly stay here again when visiting the office here in California.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kelham House Country Manor Hotel; City: Kelham Newark on Trent Nottinghamshire England; Review: A late booking made at a local hotel, was a really great experience. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The room is the Coach House was brilliant. Very clean and well appointed room. An amazing bathroom stocked with fluffy towels and high end branded toiletries is always a winner. The tea and coffee selection in the room was extensive. I ate in the bar, lovely food and well priced. I would recommend highly this hotel and will definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hart s Hotel; City: Nottingham Nottinghamshire England; Review: A nice room, a little compact but spotelssly clean. Lovely bathroom. Good room facilities including kettle, hairdryer and toiletries. Nice towels and bed linen. A little pricey in my view as we only live a few miles away but for those from out of town the views across the area are fantastic.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairmont Dallas; City: Dallas Texas; Review: A great hotel for a conference. It is quite a walk out to bars and restaurants but taxis are readily available outside. Bed Rooms are well appointed. Bar is in the lobby which can get quite busy. There is a coffee shop on site which is great if you fancy a light breakfast option. Staff were helpful and the conference facilities and catering were great. Meeting rooms were bright and a good size. A good base for a business trip. The only negative was it took a very long time for the shower or bath water to run hot!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greensboro Marriott Downtown; City: Greensboro North Carolina; Review: This is a fairly standard chain hotel but the staff really make this place memorable. The team both at breakfast and in the bar in the evening are friendly and make you feel very welcome. The rooms are a good size with all necessary fixtures and fittings. Comfortable beds and clean bathrooms the staple needs when away from home are more than adequate. I missed having a robe in the room. The weekly internet charge is the best option if you need to regularly access. The hotel is quite noisy however and a lot of the rooms have very thin walls as they have connecting doors. Breakfast selection is great and the Buffet choice is fabulous and if you have a sweet tooth you must try the breakfast blueberry pancakes. The portion size in the restaurant is very generous and far too much for me, but the quality and rates for a business hotel are good. The swimming pool was closed all week which was a disappointment but I guess this means it will be nicely refurbished for future guests. Location wise this is close walking distance to restaurants and the small city park, however for a lone female traveler I felt a little vulnerable walking the streets in the area after dark.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Paris Porte d Orleans; City: Montrouge Hauts de Seine Ile de France; Review: With an Ibis you know what you will get and this hotel is no different. The rooms are small and comfortable. The bathroom was tiny but shower was good. Breakfast is extra and is not great but is good to have the option. The location is good for metro access and walking distance to the office for my trip. The hotel us quite noisy so go for a higher floor and away from the lifts.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mandala Hotel; City: Berlin; Review: Arrived at the hotel to an efficient check in and keys to a fabulous room. The room was light and spacious with a comfortable relaxing sofa and a desk by the window, great for catching up on work. The bed was large and comfortable with good quality bed linen. The bathroom was modern with fabulous quality fittings and toiletries. We had our. Eating at the hotel and the conference service was also very good and the meeting room light and airy. Would definitely recommend and hope to return on leisure next time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pillows Grand Hotel Reylof; City: Ghent East Flanders Province; Review: A well located hotel, very clean and modern, with good staff and facilities. The room had modern decor and had lovely bed linen. The area round the bed was very tight and sometimes a little tricky to navigate. The bathroom was great quality with a great shower and toiletries. The towels however were not as luxurious as I would have expected. Great bathrobe and bed linen however. The location means there is great access to this beautiful city, I would like to revisit with my husband and make better use of the actual facilities available in the hotel including what looks to be nice spa facilities and a fantastic cocktail bar!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel Grenoble Centre; City: Grenoble Isere Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: My Husband and I recently stayed at the hotel just for a single night as we were then heading off to a local wedding. The hotel is central and will situated for walking access to the City. the room we had was quite small but in a city centre hotel as one would expect. the fixtures and fittings were in good condition. The rooms didn't have tea and coffee making facilities which we missed however there is a mini bar. The bed lined and bed comfort were great. the bathroom was very clean and modern however style of the sink was better aesthetically than it was functional. Breakfast was ok, nothing special but adequate it a little highly priced. The staff were very friendly and polite and very accommodating in our request for a late check out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Dauphin Blanc; City: Saint Ismier Isere Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: A very reasonable friendly hotel. The hotel looks a little unloved in the outside upkeep and the outside areas look like they need a refresh but don't be out off! the rooms are very functional, clean and very well priced. The bed was extremely comfortable with good bed linen. the bathroom was spotless and with very modern fixtures and fittings, The shower was very new and top of the range. The owner is very friendly and personable and gave us a warn welcome on check in and at breakfast. We would stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Boston Westborough; City: Westborough Massachusetts; Review: Hotel was clean and well located fir my business trip. Rooms were pretty standard and as expected for this brand. Very limited breakfast menu and staff couldn't cope when there were more than 2 or 3 people trying to order at the counter.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Borgo Iesolana; City: Bucine Province of Arezzo Tuscany; Review: This is a little piece of paradise that we never tire of visiting. The facilities are well maintained and every attention is paid to detail. You can feel the personal care and attention of the owners and the staff, who are a credit to the family as they make you feel very welcome and their friendly presence is there when you need them but never intrusive and nothing is too much trouble. The scenic views are unforgettable and we are already counting down the days until we can return in 2016. This year the new addition was the opening of the lake area where you can relax by the side of the lake under the shade of the trees - relaxing in the hammock. The chef at the onsite restaurant makes fantastic meals and the food and wine is of high quality, great service and good value for money. New sunbeds were delivered during our stay and this continual renew of the fixtures and fittings means every visit is memorable. If you want to go somewhere really special with unrivaled views, great accommodation and wonderful staff, this is the place to go.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Stainless Steel Induction Stovetop Popcorn Popper; Brand: Just Poppin; Review: I have used this about five times since my purchase. It works great on my induction stove top. No problems with cleaning, the gears spin great. Just open the top to pour out popcorn. I pop the lid 3/4 way through to let some steam out and use about 1/2 cup of popcorn to 3 T of canola oil. Works great and extremely happy with purchase. Highly recommend for induction stove tops.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Modway LEM Style Piston Bar Stool in Black Genuine Leather; Brand: Modway; Review: We received these chairs and had to return/replace two out of the four because they were extremely wobbly. Two replacement chairs came and they were not perfect but ok for use. A month later, just days after we could return/replace them, the chairs we received as the replacements broke. The metal welds inside the pole that connects to the base cracked. Two of the four chairs are now unusable. I would highly recommend not purchasing this product.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum Diversified Cookbook Holder, Euro, Satin Nickel; Brand: Spectrum Diversified; Review: Love! in my very modern kitchen. Sitting on top of cookbooks with a cookbook on display.; 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: Great purchased for one offs of juice needed for recipes / drinks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Yoga FBA_BP-SY04_MS Dual Position Neck Design, Hypoallergenic, Ergonomically Designed Cervical Pillow to Help Improve Posture, Flexibility, Quality, Medium; Brand: Sleep Yoga; Review: No more headaches and neck issues since I started using this pillow. Highly recommend.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Microwave Compact Bacon Rack; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: My MIL had one of these trays and my kids LOVE bacon. This is great. No mess on the stove or grease splatter everywhere. Works perfect - follow instructions to a T and no problems. Easy clean up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Presto 5204 Orville Redenbacher's Stirring Popper, Black; Brand: Presto; Review: This is my 2nd popcorn maker by Orville. We had the first one for years and used it 3 - 4 x a week. This new one is even better! Pops perfect every time. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flash Furniture 32'' Round Granite White Plastic Bar Height Folding Table; Brand: Flash Furniture; Review: Purchased three for an outdoor party and they worked great. Used two on a hard surface and one on the lawn. Sturdy and extremely stable. Ordered with the black PEK Linens 36 Inch Linen Spandex Fitted Stretchable Round Tablecloth for Cocktail Table, 36 By 42 Inch, Black. Would HIGHLY recommend both.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lowpricenice 36 Inch Linen Spandex Fitted Stretchable Round Tablecloth for Cocktail Table, 36 By 42 Inch, Black; Brand: Lowpricenice; Review: Perfect for the tables we purchased. Like Spanx for the bar top tables. Made everything look great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kitchen Dish Towels with Vintage Design for Kitchen Decor Super Absorbent 100% Natural Cotton Kitchen Towels; Brand: Aunti Em's Kitchen; Review: They wash well and work fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kitchen Dish Towels with Vintage Design for Kitchen Decor Super Absorbent 100% Natural Cotton Kitchen Towels; Brand: MCtraddy; Review: They wash well and work fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Harvest Leaves Bundt Pan, Bronze; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: Great for price. Works and looks excellent. Good quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Dark Horse VHS; Brand: Ed Begley Jr.; Review: I never knew this movie came out until I saw this movie on Amazon unlimited streaming. Great movie and very inspirational movie. Jett (the horse) and Allie has been through an traumatic experience and every doctor and the owner said to put the horse down but Jett came out of surgery and then another tragedy happens. Jett survive both tragedy and triumph.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams: Season 1; Brand: Dan Haggerty; Review: When I was young and it came on television then it got cancelled. I wondered why it got cancelled after two seasons. This is a great family show. No violence, drugs, and sex. Now that I have the two seasons, it brings me back to the good ol' days. The animals watching out for Adams and Adams watching out for the wild animals. Adams caring about all creatures in the forest. Gentle Ben and Dan Haggerty had chemistry.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life and Times of Grizzly Adams: Season 2; Brand: ; Review: There was a great family show. It was cancelled too soon. There are no drugs, violence and no sex. The show came on television when I was very young and when the stopped showing after two seasons. I wondered why the show stopped. This should have gone on 3 or 4 more seasons. Now that I have Seasons 1 and 2, it brings me back to when I was young. The good ol' days.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joanie Loves Chachi: The Complete Series; Brand: Scott Baio; Review: It is about a younger couple in love and their problem in relationships. It is not about their singing, the singing is a small portion of the show. Whether you are married or single in a relationship, whether you are young or older in a relationship, everyone has problems in relationships. But because they are best friends and they will always be there for each other because of their love they can get through the rough times. Hence "Joanie Loves Chachi". The show got cancelled too soon. When this was on television and I was very young, I wondered why one minute I was watching the show then the next I was not watching the show. Now that I am older I know because of the negative viewers. If I knew how to write soon after it was cancelled I would write to cbs studio. This is a great family show like "Happy Days". Erin and Scott had chemistry. My favorite episodes are "Fonzie's visit" and "The Elopement".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ever After - A Cinderella Story VHS; Brand: Drew Barrymore; Review: Great romantic story. What I liked about it was the happy ending.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ever After - A Cinderella Story; Brand: Drew Barrymore; Review: Great romantic story. What I liked about it was the happy ending.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CHiPs: Season 3; Brand: ; Review: I love this tv show when I was growing up. When I watch this on DVD I still love the show. It brings me back to the good old days. I wish the would sell the complete seasons of CHIPS. Seasons 1 to 6 or 7..Don't remember after Season Five when Larry Wilcox left the show. They were a great team. I wanted to find out why Larry Wilcox left the show. when I was growing up watching this great TV show. Now I found out that Eric and Larry had some problems working together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Last Dance; Brand: Patrick Swayze; Review: I gave it a 2 star because it was not as good as dirty dancing.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Center Stage: Turn It Up; Brand: Peter Gallagher; Review: This is a great movie. I enjoyed it very much. She was rejected from the best ballet academy of did not give up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zoey to the Max; Brand: Amy Smart; Review: This is a great movie. I think kids will enjoy this movie. A 12 year old saves her dog with the help of her friend and a homeless man .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cutting Edge (Gold Medal Edition); Brand: Paul Michael Glaser; Review: When the movie first came out in theaters and I saw the movie I loved it. I have watched this about 100 times and still love this movie. This is my all time favorite movie. Absolutely love this movie.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Kyocera Advanced Ceramic Perfect Peeler, Red; Brand: Kyocera; Review: Bought this to replace the same one that I have misplaced. The only peeler that I have found that is easy to use and works without effort; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brabantia Classic Corkscrew Bottle Opener - Matte Steel, 369360; Brand: Brabantia; Review: The best corkscrew I have found, this is the second I have bought. The bottle (beer) opener part, however, is terrible; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JAMIE OLIVER Knife Sharpener; Brand: Jamie Oliver; Review: I have probably purchased 6 of these bread knives now- it's not just good for bread, it's excellent for slicing tomatoes/cucumbers very thinly too; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: T-fal E765SC Hard Anodized Cookware Set, Nonstick Pots and Pans Set, Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator, 12 Piece, Gray; Brand: T-fal; Review: I love the set, however it can be purchased cheaper in Target! And with additional items!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: StarPack Basics Range Silicone Spatula Set of 4 in FDA Grade with Hygienic Solid Coating; Brand: StarPack Home; Review: Good quality, much better than using a wooden spoon whilst cooking; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Utopia Kitchen Cheese Grater - Vegetable Slicer - Stainless Steel - 6-Sides - 9.5 Inches Height - Rubber Handle; Brand: Utopia Kitchen; Review: Good quality, works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: hölm Kitchen Collection Professional Ergonomic Smooth Edge, Side Cut Manual Can; Brand: HALM; Review: Great, much better than traditional can openers; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dualit Cordless 6-Cup Jug Kettle, Chrome; Brand: Dualit; Review: Good quality, looks attractive; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nag Champa Sunrise Sandalwood Midnight Patchouli Celestial Fortune Blessings Romance Super Hit Jasmine Blossom Rain forest by Satya Gift Set; Brand: Nag Champa; Review: Love all the blends I've tried so far; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alternative Imagination Premium California White Sage 4 Inch Smudge Sticks - 3 Pack, Brand; Brand: Alternative Imagination; Review: Good quality, nicely made and good customer service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TRENDBOX Ceramic Handmade Artistic Incense Holder Burner Stick Coil Lotus Ash Catcher Buddhist Water Lily Plate; Brand: TRENDBOX; Review: Works well, looks nice, good price; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: MidWest Deluxe Bolster Pet Bed for Dogs & Cats; Brand: MidWest Homes for Pets; Review: This pet bed will be used in our puppy's crate, after she is house broke. It is a nice quality bed, and will serve as an extra bed in one of our other rooms in our house until the puppy is house trained, then in the crate it goes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gamma2 Vittles Vault Plus for Pet Food Storage; Brand: Gamma2; Review: Great for holding our puppy's food. It keeps it out of the hands of our 2-year-old!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDP JW Skid Stop Food Water Bowl Slow Feed; Brand: JW Pet; Review: great dog bowl to slow down their eating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sassy Dog Wear 1" x 6' Stripe Dog Leash; Brand: Sassy Dog Wear; Review: Awesome dog leash! Just what we were looking for! We bought the dog collar they had in them same print Will be ordering from them again as our puppy grows!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sassy Dog Wear 1" x 18"-28" Stripe Dog Collar; Brand: Sassy Dog Wear; Review: Great puppy collar. We bought the matching leash! Our kids are going to be so surprised on Christmas morning! Will be shopping with Sassy dog wear again once our puppy out grows it, and need the next size up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
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Title: MLB world reacts to Aníbal Sánchez losing no-hitter in eighth inning of NLCS Game 1; Abstract: Washington Nationals' pitcher Anibal Sanchez stole the show of Game 1 of the NLCS and nearly became a part of MLB history before his no-hit bid was ended in the eighth.; Category: sports
Title: Kelly Clarkson Talks About Her Weight Loss And Why It's All About Her Health; Abstract: The Voice coach and talk show host says she still eats real food, just with a different focus.; Category: health
Title: Dad of 19-Year-Old Killed by Wife of U.S. 'Spy' Wants to Talk to Trump 'Man to Man'; Abstract: The little ribbons on the lapels of Harry Dunn's parents as they spoke to reporters in New York City Monday morning were Kawasaki green because that's the color of the motorbike their 19-year-old son was driving when he was killed. Dunn died on Aug. 27 when Anne Sacoolas, a 42-year-old American living at the Royal Air Force spy base in Croughton, England, hit him with her Volvo SUV while she was driving on the wrong side of the road. Sacoolas,...; Category: news
Title: Felicity Huffman Is Scheduled to Be Released from Prison on October 27 After Serving 13 Days; Abstract: Felicity Huffman's Release from Prison Set for Oct. 27; Category: news
Title: ALCS Game 4 postponed for rain, Yanks-Astros resume Thursday; Abstract: Game 4 of the AL Championship Series scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed because of rain in the forecast.; Category: sports
Title: Bachelor Colton Underwood Calls Out Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay's 'Hypocrisy over the Last Year'; Abstract: Colton Underwood Calls Out Rachel Lindsay's 'Hypocrisy'; Category: tv
Title: Steelers linebacker Anthony Chickillo arrested, facing assault charges; Abstract: Chickillo has been charged with simple assault, criminal mischief and harassment. A source told WTAE that the incident involved Chickillo's girlfriend, so it's a domestic violence issue.; Category: sports
Title: Prince Harry acknowledges tensions with William in ITV interview; Abstract: Britain's Prince Harry has acknowledged tensions with his older brother Prince William for the first time, saying they are on "different paths."; Category: lifestyle
Title: After throwing a punch, Dabo Swinney made CB Andrew Booth ride the manager bus back to Clemson; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Savannah Chrisley's Fiancé Nic Kerdiles Denies Breakup Rumors; Abstract: The two recently sparked the rumors after she posted photos not showing her wearing her engagement ring, and after she debuted a shorter haircut.; Category: tv
Title: World Series storylines to keep an eye on; Abstract: The 2019 World Series gets underway on Tuesday, Oct. 22, with the Houston Astros taking on the Washington Nationals. Here are the storylines to track entering the World Series.; Category: sports
Title: Lori Loughlin Is Facing New Charges in the College Admissions Scandal; Abstract: Federal prosecutors brought new charges on Tuesday.; Category: tv
Title: Four flight attendants were arrested in Miami's airport after bringing in thousands in cash, police say; Abstract: Four American Airlines flight attendants were arrested at the Miami International Airport and charged with money laundering after bringing large amounts of cash into the country, police said.; Category: news
Title: 'Dancing With the Stars': 'Devastated' Christie Brinkley sobbed over Sailor's elimination; Abstract: Sailor Brinkley-Cook cried over her shocking dismissal from "Dancing With the Stars." She tells USA TODAY that mom Christie Brinkley took it hard, too; Category: tv
Title: An Awkward Moment As Meghan Markle Met A Curtsy Attempt With An American Greeting; Abstract: Customs vary by country and a hug was lost in translation when Meghan Markle took the stage. Buzz60's Keri Lumm reports.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Singer Lauren Alaina Has Lost 25 Lbs. on Dancing with the Stars: 'None of My Clothes Fit'; Abstract: Lauren Alaina Has Lost 25 Lbs. on Dancing with the Stars; Category: tv
Title: MLB commissioner Rob Manfred 'tremendously concerned' about Astros controversy; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Staying Friends! Hannah Brown Reacts to Tyler Cameron's Birthday Text; Abstract: Staying Friends! Hannah Brown Reacts to Tyler Cameron's Birthday Text; Category: tv
Title: The Bachelor's Peter Weber Spotted with Forehead Bandage After Golf-Cart Injury; Abstract: The Bachelor: Peter Weber Spotted with Bandage; Category: tv
Title: Simone Biles Shares Sweet Birthday Tribute for "Man of My Dreams" Stacey Ervin Jr.; Abstract: The accomplished gymnast has a lot to celebrate right now.; Category: entertainment
Title: Mama June enters plea in cocaine case...; Abstract: Mama June was not present at the courthouse, but her lawyer entered a not guilty plea.; Category: tv
Title: Jane Buckingham, parenting book author, gets three weeks in prison in admissions scandal; Abstract: LOS ANGELES - Jane Buckingham, a Beverly Hills marketing executive who wrote a book on parenting before she was arrested and charged with conspiring to rig her son's ACT exam, was sentenced Wednesday to three weeks in prison. U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani also imposed a $40,000 fine. After she serves her time in prison, Buckingham will be on supervised release for a year. Buckingham ...; Category: news
Title: Ben Affleck is dating again, using Raya app; Abstract: Ben is back in the game a year after finalizing his divorce from Jennifer garner and six months after splitting (again) from Lindsay Shookus.; Category: movies
Title: Duchess Meghan Hopes Public Will 'Give Her a Break' After Speaking Out; Abstract: Duchess Meghan Hopes Public Will 'Give Her a Break' After Speaking Out; Category: lifestyle
Title: Surfing executive sentenced to prison in college admissions scam; Abstract: Federal prosecutors in Boston said Wednesday that surfing executive Jeffrey Bizzack has been sentenced to two months in prison for participating in the massive college admissions scheme.; Category: news
Title: 5 charged in alcohol poisoning death of UC Irvine fraternity brother; Abstract: Five young men have been charged in connection with the death of their fraternity brother, who succumbed to alcohol poisoning after a booze-soaked party this year.; Category: news
Title: There's A Black Turtleneck Shortage Because People Are Dressing Up Like Elizabeth Holmes for Halloween; Abstract: Are that many people dressing up as scammers for Halloween?; Category: lifestyle
Title: John Krasinski Shares the Secret to His 9-Year Marriage to Emily Blunt; Abstract: John Krasinski talked to E! News exclusively about how he and Emily Blunt, who share two daughters, maintain a healthy work-life balance.; Category: movies
Title: Meghan King Edmonds Breaks Silence Amid Jim's Cheating Scandal; Abstract: The former "RHOC" star speaks out for the first time after her husband was accused of having an affair with their kids' nanny. Watch.; Category: tv
Title: Super Mom! Ryan Fitzpatrick's wife drives 12-passenger vehicle from Tampa for Fins games; Abstract: DAVIE -- Ryan Fitzpatrick is starting at quarterback for the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, which means his wife and seven children are likely to be in attendance at Hard Rock Stadium for a game against the New York Jets. According to Fitzpatrick, his wife Liza and kids will sometimes fly to a game. Or, and this seems like a much more fun exercise, she'll hit the road. "We have a big ol' Nissan NV, ...; Category: sports
Title: Selena Gomez Clarifies Relationship Status After Reuniting With Ex-Boyfriend Samuel Krost; Abstract: Selena Gomez confirms that she's been single for two years and isn't looking for love.; Category: music
Title: Student allegedly used Instagram for murder plot, tells police he was 'joking around'; Abstract: Nicholas Godfrey, 18, told police the alleged threat was only a joke.; Category: news
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: Felicity Huffman Smiles as She Begins Community Service Following Prison Release; Abstract: The 56-year-old actress was released from prison last month.; Category: news
Title: 100 vintage baby names coming back into style; Abstract: Stacker looks at 100 vintage baby names coming back into style along with their origins and some of the more popular bearers of that name. The Bible, literature, and royalty are just a few sources for these vintage names.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Keanu Reeves Holds Hands with Artist Alexandra Grant on the Red Carpet; Abstract: Keanu Reeves Holds Hands with Frequent Collaborator and Artist; Category: movies
Title: Couple Cancels Wedding, Keeps $30K as "Donation" for Honeymoon Instead; Abstract: In a viral Facebook post, a couple announces they're canceling their wedding, but keeping the $30,000 in gifts for a honeymoon instead.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Rare deer spotted in Montana; Abstract: A Lakeside resident spotted a piebald deer, which represent less than 1% of the deer population.; Category: video
Title: Woman accused of embezzling from Camp Fire victim surrenders; Abstract: Investigators say the 29-year-old Oklahoma woman embezzled $63,100 in insurance money from a 75-year-old victim of California's deadliest fire ever.; Category: news
Title: Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and Prince William Are Set to Reunite This Week!; Abstract: Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate, William Reunite for Remembrance Week; Category: lifestyle
Title: Older people's most common regrets; Abstract: For many, growing older and entering the "golden years" is a time of celebration. Worries about career are often over, their homes are paid off, and they have ample time to enjoy their families or favourite activities. But for many others, the passage of time is just a reminder of all the things they haven't done, or wish they'd done differently. These are the most common regrets older people have.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Jimmy Garoppolo addresses Erin Andrews interview by saying he uses 'baby' 500 times a game; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Carrie Underwood Praises Miranda Lambert as 'Super Supportive': 'We Lift Each Other Up'; Abstract: Carrie Underwood Praises Miranda Lambert as 'Super Supportive'; Category: music | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances with Wolves (1990); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin (1992); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dumb & Dumber (Dumb and Dumber) (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and the Beast (1991); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical, Romance, IMAX; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Outbreak (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cliffhanger (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Net, The (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Quiz Show (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Program, The (1993); Genres: Action, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Murder in the First (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tombstone (1993); Genres: Action, Drama, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hackers (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Specialist, The (1994); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Virtuosity (1995); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Primal Fear (1996); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kiss of Death (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Firm, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Craft, The (1996); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: First Knight (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Client, The (1994); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bronx Tale, A (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Captives (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Get Shorty (1995); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Santa Clause, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Addams Family Values (1993); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance, War, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Congo (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Judge Dredd (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: French Kiss (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nell (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coneheads (1993); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American President, The (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rob Roy (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Species (1995); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ed Wood (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I.Q. (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Birdcage, The (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nine Months (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Under Siege 2: Dark Territory (1995); Genres: Action; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Casper (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Johnny Mnemonic (1995); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Like Water for Chocolate (Como agua para chocolate) (1992); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lion King, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mortal Kombat (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bridges of Madison County, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Junior (1994); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mask, The (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Romance (1993); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Minds (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pocahontas (1995); Genres: Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Don Juan DeMarco (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Holland's Opus (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Showgirls (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Milk Money (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Drop Zone (1994); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Forget Paris (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hoop Dreams (1994); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Madness of King George, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miracle on 34th Street (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (Frankenstein) (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Englishman Who Went Up a Hill But Came Down a Mountain, The (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Copycat (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Desperado (1995); Genres: Action, Romance, Western; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Demolition Man (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Piano, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fargo (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boys on the Side (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dolores Claiborne (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: When a Man Loves a Woman (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Circle of Friends (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Exit to Eden (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Muriel's Wedding (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Carlito's Way (1993); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nightmare Before Christmas, The (1993); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Postman, The (Postino, Il) (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Just Cause (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ready to Wear (Pret-A-Porter) (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Airheads (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rumble in the Bronx (Hont faan kui) (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Walk in the Clouds, A (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Quick and the Dead, The (1995); Genres: Action, Thriller, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crow, The (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Boxing Helena (1993); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nobody's Fool (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indian in the Cupboard, The (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tank Girl (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What's Love Got to Do with It? (1993); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995); Genres: Action, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Houseguest (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Executive Decision (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Remains of the Day, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brady Bunch Movie, The (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eat Drink Man Woman (Yin shi nan nu) (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Immortal Beloved (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Grave (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heavy Metal (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waiting to Exhale (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Assassins (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: From Dusk Till Dawn (1996); Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flintstones, The (1994); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Boomerang (1992); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Something to Talk About (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Major Payne (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Three Colors: Red (Trois couleurs: Rouge) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Corrina, Corrina (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Musketeers, The (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nixon (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Only You (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Three Colors: Blue (Trois couleurs: Bleu) (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Three Colors: White (Trzy kolory: Bialy) (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cops and Robbersons (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hudsucker Proxy, The (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aristocats, The (1970); Genres: Animation, Children; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Exotica (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: River Wild, The (1994); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heavenly Creatures (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tales from the Crypt Presents: Demon Knight (1995); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cutthroat Island (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Little Princess, A (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Barcelona (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: The Best of Aardman Animation (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Aphrodite (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Brothers McMullen, The (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man Without a Face, The (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jade (1995); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jury Duty (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of Illusions (1995); Genres: Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smoke (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paper, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Money Train (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bad Girls (1994); Genres: Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Body Snatchers (1993); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sgt. Bilko (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Operation Dumbo Drop (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Muppet Treasure Island (1996); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunrise (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goofy Movie, A (1995); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secret of Roan Inish, The (1994); Genres: Children, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death and the Maiden (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jerky Boys, The (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jungle Book, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Children, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wyatt Earp (1994); Genres: Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vampire in Brooklyn (1995); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kids (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Richard III (1995); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Devil in a Blue Dress (1995); Genres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mixed Nuts (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Priest (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hellraiser: Bloodline (1996); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Down Periscope (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Even Cowgirls Get the Blues (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Barb Wire (1996); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Powder (1995); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Carrington (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Man of the House (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Secret Garden, The (1993); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Home for the Holidays (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sudden Death (1995); Genres: Action; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Basketball Diaries, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beauty of the Day (Belle de jour) (1967); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Love Affair (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Another Stakeout (1993); Genres: Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: How to Make an American Quilt (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: War, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Truth About Cats & Dogs, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scarlet Letter, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Village of the Damned (1995); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Juror, The (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ref, The (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Home Alone (1990); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City Hall (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miami Rhapsody (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tales from the Hood (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Horror; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Black Beauty (1994); Genres: Adventure, Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Widows' Peak (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Persuasion (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mallrats (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Once Were Warriors (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Senior Trip (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: James and the Giant Peach (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Flirting With Disaster (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Prophecy, The (1995); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Much Ado About Nothing (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Next Karate Kid, The (1994); Genres: Action, Children, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Threesome (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bitter Moon (1992); Genres: Drama, Film-Noir, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wes Craven's New Nightmare (Nightmare on Elm Street Part 7: Freddy's Finale, A) (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Girls (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kid in King Arthur's Court, A (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Losing Isaiah (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Canadian Bacon (1995); Genres: Comedy, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Perez Family, The (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Saves His Family (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crooklyn (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Flipper (1996); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Far From Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Baby-Sitters Club, The (1995); Genres: Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maverick (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Action Hero (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Othello (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fair Game (1995); Genres: Action; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Screamers (1995); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mad Love (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Babysitter, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Big Green, The (1995); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Rangoon (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Diabolique (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bloodsport 2 (a.k.a. Bloodsport II: The Next Kumite) (1996); Genres: Action; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Queen Margot (Reine Margot, La) (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Roommates (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vanya on 42nd Street (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: All Dogs Go to Heaven 2 (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Oliver & Company (1988); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mary Reilly (1996); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995); Genres: Fantasy, Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jeffrey (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993); Genres: Action, Comedy, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swimming with Sharks (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937); Genres: Animation, Children, Drama, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco (1996); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Movie (1996); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bed of Roses (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Wrong (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gordy (1995); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Being Human (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tom and Huck (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dead Presidents (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Restoration (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Family (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Rascals, The (1994); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave (1995); Genres: Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Anne Frank Remembered (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hideaway (1995); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heavyweights (Heavy Weights) (1995); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heidi Fleiss: Hollywood Madam (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amateur (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jefferson in Paris (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In the Name of the Father (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Celluloid Closet, The (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: It Takes Two (1995); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Friday (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Amazing Panda Adventure, The (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Burnt by the Sun (Utomlyonnye solntsem) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Swan Princess, The (1994); Genres: Animation, Children; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eye for an Eye (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clean Slate (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Endless Summer 2, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kids in the Hall: Brain Candy (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Great White Hype, The (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Unzipped (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Farinelli: il castrato (1994); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shadowlands (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sliver (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fear (1996); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: French Twist (Gazon maudit) (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hillbillies, The (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Free Willy (1993); Genres: Adventure, Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Serial Mom (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Horror; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Trial by Jury (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Now and Then (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Unforgettable (1996); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Gumby: The Movie (1995); Genres: Animation, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jane Eyre (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Triad (Yao a yao yao dao waipo qiao) (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NeverEnding Story III, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fluke (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: RoboCop 3 (1993); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cry, the Beloved Country (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Antonia's Line (Antonia) (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Odessa (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My Crazy Life (Mi vida loca) (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reality Bites (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Live (Huozhe) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of the Spirits, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Super Mario Bros. (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Falls (1996); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Umbrellas of Cherbourg, The (Parapluies de Cherbourg, Les) (1964); Genres: Drama, Musical, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tom & Viv (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Family Thing, A (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Celtic Pride (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Before and After (1996); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Unstrung Heroes (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Before the Rain (Pred dozhdot) (1994); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Richie Rich (1994); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Substitute, The (1996); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Balto (1995); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cure, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: It Could Happen to You (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sirens (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man (1995); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Western; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chungking Express (Chung Hing sam lam) (1994); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Destiny Turns on the Radio (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bad Company (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Age of Innocence, The (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nick of Time (1995); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bushwhacked (1995); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Short Cuts (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Winterbourne (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Strawberry and Chocolate (Fresa y chocolate) (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Wolf (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Love & Human Remains (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cobb (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hard Target (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shadow, The (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Quest, The (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mute Witness (1994); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pinocchio (1940); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young Poisoner's Handbook, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rudy (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Girl 6 (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In the Bleak Midwinter (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: White Man's Burden (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scout, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Striking Distance (1993); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terminal Velocity (1994); Genres: Action, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Walking Dead, The (1995); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Highlander III: The Sorcerer (a.k.a. Highlander: The Final Dimension) (1994); Genres: Action, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Made in America (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In the Realm of the Senses (Ai no corrida) (1976); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ed (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: If Lucy Fell (1996); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Six Degrees of Separation (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gold Diggers: The Secret of Bear Mountain (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pyromaniac's Love Story, A (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Son in Law (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Misérables, Les (1995); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Malice (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pallbearer, The (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Angus (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Original Gangstas (1996); Genres: Crime; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boys of St. Vincent, The (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Awfully Big Adventure, An (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tie That Binds, The (1995); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rent-a-Kid (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Speechless (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Moonlight and Valentino (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Rock West (1992); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kalifornia (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Reckless (1995); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Man (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Race the Sun (1996); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I Love Trouble (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Song of the Little Road (Pather Panchali) (1955); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hunted, The (1995); Genres: Action; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Romeo Is Bleeding (1993); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Browning Version, The (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Instinct (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Switchblade Sisters (1975); Genres: Crime; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kicking and Screaming (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nina Takes a Lover (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Picture Bride (Bijo photo) (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Land and Freedom (Tierra y libertad) (1995); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Buddha (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: With Honors (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Menace II Society (1993); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Flower of My Secret, The (La flor de mi secreto) (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell (Kôkaku kidôtai) (1995); Genres: Animation, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ladybird Ladybird (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Getting Even with Dad (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boys (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Haunted World of Edward D. Wood Jr., The (1996); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dunston Checks In (1996); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Firecracker, Green Firecracker (Pao Da Shuang Deng) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Higher Learning (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Shot Andy Warhol (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Naked (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Dance (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cemetery Man (Dellamorte Dellamore) (1994); Genres: Horror; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Month by the Lake, A (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monster, The (Mostro, Il) (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Bedlam (1993); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: North (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Underground (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Thinner (1996); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Glass Shield (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Killing Zoe (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: What Happened Was... (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Billy's Holiday (1995); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heaven's Prisoners (1996); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Poetic Justice (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Space Jam (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spy Hard (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964); Genres: Comedy, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Someone Else's America (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Maker, The (Uomo delle stelle, L') (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Underneath (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Little Indian, Big City (Un indien dans la ville) (1994); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: All Things Fair (Lust och fägring stor) (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: World of Apu, The (Apur Sansar) (1959); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Three Wishes (1995); Genres: Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Farewell My Concubine (Ba wang bie ji) (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Geronimo: An American Legend (1993); Genres: Drama, Western; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coup de torchon (Clean Slate) (1981); Genres: Crime; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: White Balloon, The (Badkonake sefid) (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Frankie Starlight (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Blink (1994); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I'll Do Anything (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Daens (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Panther (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Big League (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bread and Chocolate (Pane e cioccolata) (1973); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nelly & Monsieur Arnaud (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Of Love and Shadows (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nadja (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: New Jersey Drive (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Last Supper, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Faithful (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Force of Evil (1948); Genres: Film-Noir; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Steal Big, Steal Little (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Double Happiness (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Much (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Denise Calls Up (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alphaville (Alphaville, une étrange aventure de Lemmy Caution) (1965); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: For Love or Money (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Favorite Season (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: It's My Party (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Solo (1996); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: True Crime (1996); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Marlene Dietrich: Shadow and Light (1996); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pushing Hands (Tui shou) (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lassie (1994); Genres: Adventure, Children; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Superweib, Das (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Horseman on the Roof, The (Hussard sur le toit, Le) (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Garçu, Le (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yankee Zulu (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Man from Down Under, The (1943); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Vermont Is For Lovers (1992); Genres: Comedy, Documentary, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Carmen Miranda: Bananas Is My Business (1994); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Costa Brava (1946); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cold Comfort Farm (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nico Icon (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Man of the Year (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tigrero: A Film That Was Never Made (1994); Genres: Documentary, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jack (1996); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Feast of July (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Under the Domim Tree (Etz Hadomim Tafus) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Low Life (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stalingrad (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grumpier Old Men (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Total Eclipse (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Go Fish (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: House Party 3 (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Loaded (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: August (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Feeling Minnesota (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Delta of Venus (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Grass Harp, The (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shadows (Cienie) (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Asfour Stah (1990); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Country Life (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Butterfly Kiss (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gate of Heavenly Peace, The (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Castle Freak (1995); Genres: Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jason's Lyric (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Simple Twist of Fate, A (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Modern Affair, A (1995); Genres: Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Living in Oblivion (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Killer (Bulletproof Heart) (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Peanuts - Die Bank zahlt alles (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Getting Away With Murder (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nueba Yol (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Show (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sum of Us, The (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Frisk (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: War Stories (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I Like It Like That (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Homage (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eye of Vichy, The (Oeil de Vichy, L') (1993); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Promise, The (Versprechen, Das) (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Park (1996); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Welcome to the Dollhouse (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Mother's Courage (Mutters Courage) (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Faces (1968); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Brothers in Trouble (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Careful (1992); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Relative Fear (1994); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cold Fever (Á köldum klaka) (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cosi (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spirits of the Dead (1968); Genres: Horror, Mystery; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Target (1995); Genres: Action, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lamerica (1994); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Journey of August King (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Carried Away (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Courage Under Fire (1996); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: From the Journals of Jean Seberg (1995); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: New York Cop (Nyû Yôku no koppu) (1993); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bhaji on the Beach (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scream of Stone (Cerro Torre: Schrei aus Stein) (1991); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 'Til There Was You (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: And Nobody Weeps for Me (Und keiner weint mir nach) (1996); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tarantella (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: They Bite (1996); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Run of the Country, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Halfmoon (Paul Bowles - Halbmond) (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Safe Passage (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Brother Minister: The Assassination of Malcolm X (1994); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Some Folks Call It a Sling Blade (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Friends (1986); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kim (1950); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wild Bill (1995); Genres: Western; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Theodore Rex (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Eddie (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dream Man (1995); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Barbarella (1968); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hostile Intentions (1994); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Honey Moon (Honigmond) (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision (1994); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stars Fell on Henrietta, The (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Secret Adventures of Tom Thumb, The (1993); Genres: Adventure, Animation; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Germinal (1993); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Roula (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dragonheart (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rude (1995); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Happy Weekend (1996); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: To Cross the Rubicon (1991); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Rosy (a.k.a. Life Is Beautiful) (Vie est belle, La) (1987); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Windows (1980); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jar, The (Khomreh) (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Quartier Mozart (1992); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wend Kuuni (a.k.a. God's Gift) (1982); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Babyfever (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ashes of Time (Dung che sai duk) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Touki Bouki (1973); Genres: Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pharaoh's Army (1995); Genres: War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I, the Worst of All (Yo, la peor de todas) (1990); Genres: Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Last Klezmer: Leopold Kozlowski, His Life and Music, The (1994); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Addiction, The (1995); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arrival, The (1996); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heavy (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Unforgettable Summer, An (Un été inoubliable) (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Premium Vertical Leather Pouch Case with Belt Clip for Apple iPhone 4S 4-S; Brand: NEM; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPhone 6; Brand: CellBee; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COTTEE 4 in 1 USB Charging Cable for iPhone 5S 5C 5, iPhone 4s 4, iPad 4 3; Brand: ELALA; Review: All good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iAnder [3-PACK] for iPhone XS Max Screen Protector with [Frame Easy Installation Tray] [Tempered; Brand: iAnder; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPhone 5/5C/5S/SE Screen Protector,TANTEK [Anti-Bubble] [HD Ultra Clear] Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 5,iPhone 5c,iPhone 5s,iPhone SE,[Lifetime; Brand: TANTEK; Review: Love the Products; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bomea Vertical iPhone 6 6S 7 8 Leather Pouch Belt Case with Clip Holster Cover Holder for Apple iPhone 6S/7/8(Fits; Brand: BOMEA; Review: NICE; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Dad of 19-Year-Old Killed by Wife of U.S. 'Spy' Wants to Talk to Trump 'Man to Man'; Abstract: The little ribbons on the lapels of Harry Dunn's parents as they spoke to reporters in New York City Monday morning were Kawasaki green because that's the color of the motorbike their 19-year-old son was driving when he was killed. Dunn died on Aug. 27 when Anne Sacoolas, a 42-year-old American living at the Royal Air Force spy base in Croughton, England, hit him with her Volvo SUV while she was driving on the wrong side of the road. Sacoolas,...; Category: news
Title: Soldier wounded searching for Bergdahl dies; Abstract: Allen's unit was ambushed when they were looking for Bergdahl after he deserted his base in 2009; Category: news
Title: 'Wheel Of Fortune' Guest Delivers Hilarious, Off The Rails Introduction; Abstract: We'd like to solve the puzzle, Pat: Blair Davis' loveless marriage? On Monday, "Wheel of Fortune" welcomed as a new contestant trucking business owner Blair Davis, who offered a biting introduction for himself. When host Pat Sajak asked the man from Cardiff, California, about his family, Davis plunged into one of the darkest personal summaries the show has likely ever heard. "I've been trapped in a loveless marriage for the last 12 years to an...; Category: tv
Title: Woman, suspect dead at 'Tarzan' actor Ron Ely's California residence; Abstract: Ron Ely, who portrayed Tarzan in the TV series in the 60s, was not harmed and is alive and well, a sheriff's office spokesman said.; Category: tv
Title: Costco workers reveal 6 things they'd never buy from the store; Abstract: Costco products are known for their reasonable prices and bulk sizes but there are some employees say they choose to avoid.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 'Tarzan' Actor Ron Ely: Actor's son allegedly killed his mother before deputies shot and killed him, sheriff's office says; Abstract: The son of "Tarzan" actor Ron Ely killed his mother before he was shot and killed by deputies on Tuesday, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office.; Category: tv
Title: Jennifer Aniston on why she joined Instagram: 'I'm just trying to build content'; Abstract: Jennifer Aniston visited Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Wednesday to promote her new Apple series The Morning Show. And while she was there she also talked about her record breaking new Instagram account. As of last night's broadcast, Aniston's account had garnered over 11 million followers in less than two days. She set a new world record, racking up a her first million followers 29 minutes faster than the previous record holders Prince Harry and Megan Markle. While this is her first official instagram account it wasn't her first time on IG. Aniston admitted that she had a fake account prior to making things official. "It was a stalker account," said Aniston, "When I was thinking about doing this, I sort of figured it was time to kind of understand the world and dip my toe into the social media pool." When asked why she joined Insta, Aniston replied, "I don't know." She also revealed that she does look at other people's Instagram posts. She said, "I'm just trying to build content, as they say."; Category: video
Title: 'The Masked Singer' Recap: A Grammy Winner Is Revealed As The Skeleton; Abstract: A new round of performances from masked singers led to one celebrity being unmasked at the end of the Oct. 16 episode of 'The Masked Singer.'; Category: tv
Title: Most compelling matchups in college football Week 8; Abstract: A few ranked teams face crucial road tests in Week 8, which also features three ranked-versus-ranked matchups. In particular, seven big games have caught our eye as particularly compelling.; Category: sports
Title: Hawk Can't Understand Why This Little 'Bunny' Isn't Scared Of Him; Abstract: This fearsome bird of prey has clearly never met a bunny nearly as brave as this one.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Dog 'Randomly' Drops By Family Reunion Then People Check His Collar; Abstract: The other day, Leslie Kowash was at a family reunion in Georgia when a friendly local decided to drop in on the party, seemingly out of nowhere. It was a sweet brown pup and a rather plump one, at that.; Category: lifestyle
Title: After throwing a punch, Dabo Swinney made CB Andrew Booth ride the manager bus back to Clemson; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Singer stands up to heckler who told her to take shirt off; Abstract: After being heckled on stage and told to "free the nips" at a concert in Texas, singer Maggie Rogers voiced her anger about the harassment.; Category: video
Title: Jimmy Carter hospitalized after fall at Georgia home; Abstract: Spokeswoman says former President Jimmy Carter hospitalized with a pelvic fracture after falling his home.; Category: news
Title: 'Old Town Road' becomes the second country single to reach top-selling Diamond status; Abstract: Lil Nas X joins Florida Georgia Line in the country history books.; Category: music
Title: Emily Ratajkowski Is Being Sued for $150,000 Over an Instagram Photo; Abstract: What's more? The photographer is also asking for all of the profits the model made off of his work.; Category: movies
Title: Potential trade targets for all 32 NFL teams at the 2019 deadline, from A.J. Green to Trent Williams; Abstract: Whether it's trading for a player or trading away a player, the NFL trade deadline in 2019 offers unique opportunities to make moves. Here are the most logical trades for all 32 teams.; Category: sports
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: Browns' Odell Beckham Jr. said it was his 'dream' to be teammates with Tom Brady; Abstract: Ahead of Sunday's matchup, the receiver talks Patriots, goat-hair cleats, and the expected trash talk from Bill Belichick.; Category: sports
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: Mountain skeleton may be man from Japanese internment camp; Abstract: In the closing days of World War II, a Japanese American set out with other men from the infamous internment camp at Manzanar on a trip to the mountains, where he went off on his own to paint a watercolor and got caught in a freak summer snowstorm.; Category: news
Title: Navy lieutenant and wife charged with defrauding the United States; Abstract: A Navy lieutenant and his wife have been arrested for conspiracy to defraud the government, making false statements to investigators and illegally possessing a firearm.; Category: news
Title: Mitch McConnell snubbed by Elijah Cummings' pallbearer in handshake line at U.S. Capitol ceremony; Abstract: A pallbearer appeared to refuse to shake Mitch McConnell's hand as Rep. Elijah Cummings was lying in state at the Capitol.; Category: news
Title: Joe Biden reportedly denied Communion at a South Carolina church because of his stance on abortion; Abstract: Joe Biden has a complicated history with the Catholic Church.; Category: news
Title: Nunes Aide Is Leaking the Ukraine Whistleblower's Name, Sources Say; Abstract: A top aide to Rep. Devin Nunes has been providing conservative politicians and journalists with information and misinformation about the anonymous whistleblower who triggered the biggest crisis of Donald Trump's presidency, two knowledgeable sources tell The Daily Beast.; Category: news
Title: Rare Vixen Motorhome For Sale Is One Of Nicest We've Seen; Abstract: One of about just 300 made.; Category: autos
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: Bruce Willis brought Demi Moore to tears after reading her book; Abstract: Demi wasn't sure how her ex would feel about her book until he called her.; Category: movies
Title: Why President Trump's kids are probably celebrating his move to Florida; Abstract: The No. 1 reason billionaires decide to move.; Category: finance
Title: 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: Reports: LSU LB Michael Divinity removed from team days before Alabama game; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Mayfield's postgame outfit gets all the memes; Abstract: Social media had a field day with Baker Mayfield's postgame attire.; Category: sports
Title: Here Are the Biggest Deals We're Anticipating for Black Friday; Abstract: The Black Friday deals for 2019 have already begun leaking out. Get a sneak peek at what to expect from popular retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Best Buy. Browse our guide and use it to plan your attack for the biggest shopping event of the year.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Black cat visits field during Cowboys-Giants game on 'Monday Night Football'; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: 15 Work Conversations That Could Cost You Your Job; Abstract: Stay away from these job-killing topics.; Category: finance
Title: Holocaust survivor under guard amid death threats; Abstract: Liliana Segre, 89, is assigned two police officers in Italy after hundreds of anti-Semitic messages.; Category: news
Title: 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: State Trooper Stops Banana Car Driver, Gives Him $20 Instead of a Ticket; Abstract: Is it a crime to be this ridiculous? Not in Kalamazoo, Michigan, where a 1993 Ford F-150 4x4 was turned into . . . this.; Category: autos
Title: Dog Tries To Jump On Recliner With Dad And It Doesn't Quite Go As Planned; Abstract: Marybeth Parker He might be 5 years old, but Herbert is a huge baby at heart.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Dog Throws A Total Tantrum When She Realizes Mom Wants To Take The Stairs; Abstract: Aurora Angel Beste Nala has always been the friendliest dog, and loves going out on adventures and meeting new people.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Rep. Tim Ryan endorses Biden in Democratic primary; Abstract: ; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hostal Cruz Sol; City: Madrid; Review: We had booked to stay at the Hostal Cruz Sol (confirmation number given, deposit paid etc) so to our horror, after climbing the stairs at the end of a long journey we were told they had no rooms for us!! We were very disappointed as we chose this accomodation through the reviews on trip advisor. We had alternative accomodation sorted out for us by the Hostal Cruz Sol but I don't think it was in the same league. So beware fellow travellers - the reason for the 'overbooking' was reneovation works. The hostal was centrally located and would have been ideal. It was so close to the Plaza mayor, Plaza Sol and within walking distance of all tourist sights. If you get to stay there, enjoy it. Madrid was great.....!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sol Cayo Largo; City: Cayo Largo Cuba; Review: A great location. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again. The beach was better than we expected after reading some reviews............ it must have been outstanding before the hurricane! Fond memories of a beautiful white beach, aqua sea and blue skies.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Garda; City: Rome Lazio; Review: Very good hotel. Good Location. You could walk to TREVI FOUNTAIN in 10-15 mins and to the SPANISH STEPS in the same amount of time. There was a tourist bus stop 5 mins walk away near Barberini Metro. Rooms clean and suitable (our room happened to be the same size as any premier travel inn or travelodge back in the UK). Reception staff were brilliant and very helpful. We would stay here again and can't wait to go back...........Good value for money at the price we paid through alpha rooms. OK breakfast was basic but a coffee and pastries is fine by us; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citrus Hotel Cardiff City Centre by Compass Hospitality; City: Cardiff South Wales Wales; Review: This was an okay stay. The rooms were basic, utilitarian feel. However, bed was comfortable. The room was way too hot, no air con and it felt like a sauna ( this may have been as a consequence of the weather being sunny and hot??) - couldn't open the windows. The breakfast room needed some redecorating - signs of damp gave a poor impression. We had a good price for this hotel off the internet. If it had been more expensive I would have been very disappointed. Location was good. Good discount given for the NCP car park close by. On a positive note the reception staff were very helpful.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz; City: Berlin; Review: This hotel is excellent value. The location is brilliant. Only takes about 40 mins from Schonefeld airport on the train and you step off the train and walk about 5 mins to hotel reception. Hotel room was fantastic - modern and minimalistic, clean and fresh with a stunning view ( Floor 37) .Parents had absolutely wonderful room on lower floor but no view. Breakfast was plentiful. We couldn't fault the place, even the reception staff were really helpful and eager to help us. All in all ...2nd time we have stayed here and will definitely stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reef View Hotel; City: Hamilton Island Whitsunday Islands Queensland; Review: We were really anxious about staying here after reading the reviews but I have to say we did not experience any of the problems other reviewers have talked about. We had excellent advice on the 'forum' prior to our visit ( thank you everyone) so felt somewhat prepared. We were able to ask for a refurbished room which we got and were delighted with. The reception staff were always helpful and seemed to want to help. The room was spotlessly clean, with new wooden sun lounger, table and chairs on the balcony. The bathroom was huge (and sparkly clean) and we had two queen size beds in our room. We had a beautiful view of the bay. OK the hotel as a whole is a bit of a 'high rise' and maybe slightly an eyesore but at least the positive is you great a great view. We used the free watersports on Catseye beach which were a bonus. We didn't lounge around the pools as we wanted to explore the island. We did have a chill out period on the beachwhich was quiet and calm. We did go to the Beach House restaurant where the service was outstanding and attentive ( great food too), the steakhouse restaurant was poor - only because we are spoilt back in the UK with homegrown Welsh beef, Romano's - great service and enjoyed the food. The bakery down at the marina served excellent 'pies' as a snack. Overall we really did enjoy our stay on the Island, even when it was raining!!! We found everyone to be very friendly even when we went to the golf range. Thank you everyone for making our 4 nights on Hamilton Island so enjoyable. The only improvement I would have asked for is better weather ( bluer skies) but hey we can't control that .......nevermind. DOL 123; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mariners Court Hotel; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: Stayed for 4 nights at this small friendly hotel. We thought it was a good location and the walk through the botanical gardens to the city centre a bonus. The location was fine and close to the 'up and coming' Woolamaloo area. it was also close to Kings Cross area and we felt that was OK too. All in all no probs with location - OK it's not in darling harbour, it hasn't got a view of the opera house/Harbour bridge but at the end of the end how often do you sit in your room all day looking at the 'sights'??? No...you end up sightseeing!! The hotel owners were extremely helpful and when we arrived early morning we were immediately booked into a room - a blessing after a long flight. Breakfast was good too - you can have breakfast al fresco weather permitting. The owners were extremely accomodating. This accomodation was good value for money in an expensive city. You are close to trendy Fingers Wharf and the famous 'Harry de Wheels' pie van. If we were in Sydney we would stay here again. It probably doesn't have the frills of the more expensive hotels but as long as the room is clean, functional and staff are freindly - what more could you ask for? The rooms were cleaned daily and had a fridge, ironing facilities, TV and we had a small balcony.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pan Pacific Singapore; City: Singapore; Review: Outstanding Service, outstanding room with a wonderful view. You can actually walk to Raffles Hotel in about 10 minutes. Easy to find the city bus tour at the Shopping Centre next door - Sun City (Tourist information point) - we did some research prior to trip. The reception staff were delightful and remembered my name all through our stay. There may be better located hotels but this hotel was absolutely superb value for money. The staff even allowed us to use a room to freshen up as we had a late flight and had checked out early( a hotel room, not a general hospitality room) I would definitely recommend this hotel to everyone and would stay here again in the future - no hesitation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort; City: Bangkok; Review: We were treated very well here by all staff. The reception staff organised our river view room as soon as we arrived at 9am. The staff were all very helpful. This hotel was excellent value and we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. It is out of the city centre but it is an oasis of calmness and tranquility. We only booked room only. Breakfasts were brilliant in the little shopping mall next door to hotel ( cheap and great choice). Like several other reviewers we enjoyed the river taxi boat. Each time we travelled we were offered the cooling towels too. We couldn't find any negatives in relation to this hotel. Excellent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Federici Guest House; City: Rome Lazio; Review: This B&B was situated right next to the metro, excellent for getting around the city. We didn't use the metro late at night so I am unable to comment about this. However, the B&B was run by Fabio - a really helpful guy. The room was clean, basic furnishings but importantly it was quiet ( not sure how many other guests were staying). Breakfast was a standard breakfast offered. There were plenty of restaurants within 5 - 10 mins walk from the B&B - we ate very well every evening. You do have to use a guide book as restaurants/bars are not lining the immediate streets around the B&B. To sum up I would say the Federici is a good alternative to a hotel, good value for money, well located ( you can walk to the vatican in 15/20mins). It is a clean family run B&B. Not your modern sparkly mimimalist accomodation.We would stay here again. Thank you Fabio; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Belfast City Centre Alfred Street Hotel; City: Belfast Northern Ireland; Review: This was an excellent hotel Highly recommend it. The staff were outstanding. Marcel on reception gave us some brilliant tips. He recommended taxi tours, restaurants and was always willing to help and advise. The room was spotless and we couldn't believe the hotel was at least 3 years old..... something like that. It looked brand new. For location this hotel is ideally situated. You are able to walk to the shopping area, Belfast wheel, Cafe Vaudeville and in terms of transport to and from the Airport this hotel is only 10 mins walk from the Europa bus centre. One of the best premier Inns I have stayed in.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gran Hotel Torre Catalunya; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: This hotel was very good value for money. The restaurant was great. Breakfast filled you for teh whole day. The rooms were cleaned daily and were spotless. There was some road noise ( we were on floor 9). However, this did not distract from our stay. I would stay at this hotel again and would highly recommend it. It was not in the most central part of the city but the metro was easy to use and you could be on the ramblas in 10 to 15 minutes from hotel room to actually being on the Ramblas....easy!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Delle Vittorie; City: Rome Lazio; Review: This is a very good find. Very clean hotel. Excellent reception staff and always helpful Although I would recommend NOT eating in the trattoria they recommend. The hotel is slightly out of city centre but that wasn't a problem for us as we are always prepared to walk.The hotel is located on a quiet street, nearest metro is Lepanto ( about 10 mins walk away). Breakfast was adequate, plenty of it and each morning they replenished the cakes and rolls. Would definitely stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liverpool Marriott Hotel City Centre; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Stayed in the Marriott over Christmas. after reading several negative reviews I was really anxious about our Christmas vacation stay however, the three day mini break was excellent. All the reception staff were outstanding and both concierges we met were very helpful. I mustn't forget the very happy and smiley restaurant staff who served us on Christmas day and at each breakfast service. I can not believe the negative reviews this hotel has received. It may be that Christmas was a quiet time but we certainly would visit this hotel again. The central city centre location is ideal for shopping, going to football match and for the night life. Thank you to everyone for making our Christmas so enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waltham Abbey Marriott Hotel; City: Waltham Abbey Essex England; Review: On a coach tour. Very clean, lovely rooms. We arrived late evening and the check-in was quick and efficient. Main restaurant fully booked but able to get bar food - served quickly and efficiently. Room well appointed ( no real view except for local houses) - as we arrived late and left relatively early a view was not essential. Only spent one night here and it was excellent value for money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz; City: Berlin; Review: This hotel is well located. Very easy to reach from Schonefeld Airport on the Express Airport train (35-40 mins). . The train station is only 5 mins away from hotel. Next to the hotel is an excellent department store where you can buy anything you may have forgotten - or even if the weather is unexpectedly hot (or cold) a much needed item of clothing. We did buy food and wine here too. Once again the reception staff were very helpful-this is the 5th time we have stayed here and they have always been accommodating and helpful. Room: Brilliant, with city view. Modern, clean and very comfortable bed. I am not going to say anything negative about the bathroom facilities because the glass walls don't bother us at all and I don't understand why people comment about it when they know that's the hotel design before they visit? Berlin is a great city and I would highly recommend this hotel. It's just what we like - good location, friendly staff, clean rooms and always a good night sleep. I am sure we will visit again in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Stevenage; City: Stevenage Hertfordshire England; Review: Stayed in this hotel for one night in December. Room was clean, excellent size. We had a high floor o not disturbed by road noise. Views from room not spectacular. All staff at breakfast were helpful and friendly. Reception staff not so good. Only downside was that the public area such as the bar felt a bit grubby ( there was a party on and maybe not enough bar staff on duty). would i stay here again - yes probably would. Good value for money for the price paid.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: St Giles Heathrow A St Giles Hotel; City: Feltham Hounslow Greater London England; Review: Stayed on a Shearings coach trip .Another coach trip staying overnight on the Saturday night too - this resulted in very busy breakfast area in the morning ( also a few rugby supporters staying). Choice for breakfast was average. A well located hotel for rugby matches at Twickenham. Room was good, appeared clean. Bathroom was spotless. Room 934 was huge. On end of the building, away from the lift. This was a double room with separate seating area with sofa bed which could sleep another two people. However, the sofa bed was difficult to manoeuvre and had some horrific staining. That was a real shame. Overall the hotel was OK - our trip was good value for money. I would have been disappointed if had to pay a high price for a room. Check in could have been quicker if the two reception staff had worked more efficiently with the queue - instead there was one chap sorting everyone out with a sullen looking lady just standing looking at her computer doing very little. A smile and a 'can I help you wouldn't go amiss'. The young chap was very helpful. If you have can pay £45 for a room then its about fine but any more and I would be hugely disappointed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: St Tudno Hotel; City: Llandudno Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: I am writing this review on behalf of my parents who stayed at the St Tudno Hotel last week. From the moment they arrived until they left the staff could not have been more helpful and attentive. For that I would like to thank you all. I understand the hotel 'style' may not be everyone's choice however, the staff, the excellent food, the other hotel customers made the three day 1st experience at the St Tudno hotel a fantastic one. My parents room was on the smallish side but was spotlessly clean. I can however comment on the evening meal as I ate here twice. The food was very tasty and there were some creative ideas. We all enjoyed our meals thoroughly. There was an extensive wine list - with a good price range. The coffee was served in the bar and I loved the homemade petit fours/chocolates. My parents said the breakfast was " superb/the best breakfast they had tasted in a hotel for a very long time". Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. Service with a smile and an air of wanting to make your stay an enjoyable one goes a long way these days. This hotel definitely exudes a warm & friendly atmosphere. Hopefully we will visit again soon. I would even travel miles to dine in your restaurant. My parents loved their short Winter break ( even saw snow in Llandudno - I'm sure that doesn't happen very often!).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel London Heathrow; City: West Drayton Greater London England; Review: Got a great offer price on the hotel and therefore this made the stay brilliant value (£55 for the room) . We had 'room only' as we had an early start so can not comment on the breakfast. We ate in the restaurant for our evening meal and as other reviews state the meal doesn't blow you away but it was fine. We would stay here again if we got a good price. £10 cost for overnight parking. All staff were helpful and friendly. We had no problems/issues with the room and even though our room window overlooked the atrium ( bar area) we were not disturbed by any 'bar noise'. Please note the hotel is not close to any bars, restaurants, supermarkets etc.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kefalos Beach Tourist Village; City: Paphos Paphos District; Review: Everyone appears to have covered all the good points. The reason we , as a group, gave the full five star excellent rating is that this hotel provided excellent pre arrival information. Elena was fantastic, We were allocated the rooms exactly as discussed. The hotel organised a taxi transfer ( 27 euro each way and on both journeys the taxi drivers were very helpful). The location is flat and easy accessible for people with mobility issues. The staff in the dining area were friendly and always smiling. The rooms were cleaned daily, room towels changed daily and bed linen change three times during our week stay. Food - always something for our group to choose. The wine was palatable the offer was 8.95 euro for a bottle of white or red ' Asplenias' or carafe red/white ( 500mls) for 7 euro. Ntinos and his team were great - thanks for looking after my family. Complex - clean, beautifully maintained. Beach wasn't brilliant but that didn't bother our group. The pool area was immaculate and the grassy area down by the beach was perfect. This review is written about a holiday in November - so the resort was not full. It was perfect for our needs and we would all definitely go back. The price was good value; the weather was perfect so all in all we were happy to give Kefalos Beach Village resort 5 out of 5 ...Excellent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Cardiff City Centre Hotel; City: Cardiff South Wales Wales; Review: Another excellent visit. Only stayed one night. Check in was swift. Room clean and spacious. Breakfast was good, plenty to eat and enough choice. All staff very helpful. Close to shops well within walking distance. Tesco express 5 mins away. Railway station about 10 mins brisk walk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aberystwyth Park Lodge Hotel; City: Aberystwyth Ceredigion Wales; Review: This was a reasonable stay. The room was a good size. The use of white linen would have made the room feel more up to date. Room cleanliness was OK. Poor curtains - need thicker curtains or use lining. Breakfast was fine. Reception staff were helpful. Strange to see sign in bathroom asking guests to refrain from taking the room towels !! The room overall was functional.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Magellan; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: A very good city centre break. Quiet area. Front reception staff were always very helpful. Room was clean & cleaned daily. Iron & ironing board; hair dryer; TV & kettle in the room. Excellent blinds (electrical) - darkened the room perfectly. Our room overlooked the road outside but we weren't disturbed. Breakfast was good. Able to use orange juicing machine. Toast; fruit; yoghurts; cakes; eggs; ham & cheeses. Coffee & tea..... A lovely continental breakfast and I've probably left something out. Beautiful courtyard - warm evening sun. Enjoyed an aperitif from the hotel bar. Small drinks menu but was sufficient for our group.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon; City: Beddgelert Caernarfon Gwynedd North Wales Wales; Review: Stayed in Maple Lodge cabin. Very lucky with the weather - it was beautiful. A small but cosy cabin. TV available. Double bed and two singles in roof area. We didn't use the roof bedroom area. Claire, the owner, is one of the most helpful accommodation owners I have ever met. What a star ! Next time I think would like to stay in one of the stone cottages. Would love to stay there again. The pods looked like fun ! Great amenities - wifi £10 for week. Iron , ironing board Washing machine available. Microwave on site. No mobile phone signal. However, pay phone on site. Thank you Claire for all your help - it was very much appreciated.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: St Giles London; City: London England; Review: Great location, within walking distance of Euston. About 10 mins walk away. Room was clean, not huge but comfortable. We had high floor. Appeared to be refurbed room. Didn't have breakfast at hotel. Room had kettle, tea/coffee available. Hair dryer available. Concierge services i.e. bag storage was efficient - £1 per bag. Check in staff were helpful & very pleasant.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre Waterloo Street Hotel; City: Birmingham West Midlands Engl; Review: I haven't been able to access my TA account for a while, now I'm uploading reviews. This was an ideal location for a group of friends to meet up. The rooms were clean and good for us. The corridors were a little bit noisy overnight but we stayed on a Saturday night ( so maybe to be expected). We were able to walk from railway station to the hotel, really no distance at all, about 7 mins walk and the hotel is in a central location. Close to the shops too, so lots of shopping. I liked the fact the hotel was by the church square. Breakfast was adequate, although the breakfast area was very busy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Dublin Airport Hotel; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: I expected the hotel to be ordinary but it was far from ordinary. I did have a wait for the hotel shuttle bus (20mins) but despite that the bus driver was really helpful & chatty when he arrived. 'Check in' was quick & staff were eager to help. My room was at the front of the hotel on 2nd floor. I didn't hear the traffic on the busy road. The room had a hairdryer, hotel toiletries & I was pleased to see an iron supplied by the hotel.The food in the evening was delicious & the serving staff were quick & efficient. The breakfast was great. Basically it was indeed a very pleasant overnight stay & I certainly would recommend the hotel to colleagues & friends alike. Thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beach Villa Wilderness; City: Wilderness Western Cape; Review: This is a fab B&B. Unbelievable location, right on the beach. Our stay, for one night was too short 😕 However, we loved every minute of our short stay. The views were stunning ( better than all the photos on here-truly ). The rooms were brilliant. Our room was the suite - it was spacious & really well appointed. Great small touches e.g. Beach towels in the raffia bag on the bed. Breakfast was an assortment of breads, fruit, meats , cheese, freshly squeezed juice and a cooked breakfast of choice. Plentiful. It was a fab stay. Thank you so much - you have a beautiful well maintained property.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Budget Birmingham Airport NEC; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: We stayed for one night before early morning flight. Yes room is small but hotel accommodated our email request. Room was clean & within close proximity to the airport - short walk. It's value for money. We went next door to Ibis hotel for an evening meal which was fine. Would I stay here again - yes for a one night pre - holiday stay ( at right price). It's fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal; City: Akumal Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Stayed at the Coba section last time. Enjoyed the perks of Don Pablo but the room was very similar. The beach was 3 mins from our room. All staff were really helpful & check in was swift & efficient. The complex is huge comprising of three hotels - golf buggies available to transport you around. We had no problems booking the a la Carte- I did download the App. Wifi connection was variable but not a problem for us. Plenty of food choices. Some of the a la Carte restaurants were underwhelming. Some of the shows were very entertaining. We particularly liked the dance/gymnastic troupe ; we liked the show with the minnions in too !! We haven't given the five stars as the a la Carte restaurants let the hotel down - some dishes were poorly presented & bland ; not enough waiting on staff. But we did like the Japanese over in the new part of the complex. We hope to return in the future. Muchas Gracias !; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mandolay Hotel Conference Centre; City: Guildford Surrey England; Review: This is a well located hotel. Room spotlessly clean. I had a room overlooking the garden at the back of hotel. No traffic noise. There is some room noise from neighbouring guests. Wifi connection great. One noticeable difference from last visit - the staff at breakfast were a major improvement- attentive but not overpowering. They were restocking & constantly clearing/cleaning tables - much better than last visit. I can't wait to stay again. Thanks; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Uxbridge Central; City: Uxbridge Greater London England; Review: For the price our stay was good value. Room was clean and reasonably quiet. Coffee & tea making facilities. I always forget there's no hairdryer - not a huge problem for me as I have short hair. We were on room only basis. The car parking is a bit of a trek away but the hotel offer discount on the car parking. For a short stay this hotel was ideal for us as we wanted to stay in Uxbridge. Very close to underground & bus station ( it's virtually on the bus station & over the road from underground). This may put some customers off as it is potentially a noisy location but we book it for the convenience aspect. Close to shopping centre & Main Street in Uxbridge.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NH Collection Villa de Bilbao; City: Bilbao Province of Vizcaya Basque Country; Review: This was a fab hotel. We stayed room only. Staff were friendly & very helpful. Our room was quiet, not a brill view ( at back of hotel) but we knew we had paid for standard room at a good price. Room was spacious, comfortable & modern. All toiletries provided, mini bar if required. Airport bus stopped about 7 mins walk away which was perfect. We would stay here again, especially if visiting San Mames stadium. This hotel is slightly far away from the old town but public transport & plenty of taxis available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Camping el Faro De Higuer; City: Hondarribia Province of Guipuzcoa Basque Country; Review: Great last stop. Beautiful sunset. Onsite restaurant at top of site served a fab meal. Excellent waitresses. Despite parking up the Motorhome in a 'car park' (especially for motorhomes) it was worth it for watching the sun setting with a beer ! We didn't visit the town of Hondarribia but it looked lovely. We would visit this area again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Blackfriars Fleet Street Hotel; City: London England; Review: I don't usually stay in this part of London but the hotel was recommended by a friend. I liked the location - it was perfect for my requirements. Unfortunately the Tube was not working but if you know the location it only takes about 20/25 mins walking ( gentle speed) from Charing Cross station. Staff were helpful and cheery. Our room was ready before the allocated check-in time which was brilliant ! Thank you. There was a luggage room to leave luggage too which is a bonus in London rather than pulling your suitcase around all day. The bar area was very busy and no clean glasses available at 9.40pm ! However, the bar person did find some. Overall this hotel addressed our weekend requirements and I probably would stay here again if the price was right. Comfortable room, although fairly small but did have a good night sleep.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nydri Beach; City: Nidri Lefkada Ionian Islands; Review: This family run hotel was perfect for us. When we arrived the first perception was a little doubtful however the anxieties soon disappeared. E.g. One point was the 'carpet' however this became a very minor point ( had its benefits which was keeping noise levels down). That said, this was not a noisy hotel at all during our stay. Despite excellent location to the beach & main road. The balcony glass doors kept every sound out- fab! Location was the main factors for us. Our room had the perfect view of the harbour & sea. Free air con; safety deposit was included in the room; the bathroom was up to date. The bed was really comfortable & the blinds kept the sun outside the room. Free sun loungers & umbrella for hotel customers. The beach was pebbly & narrow. The sea was beautifully warm in Sept. We ate at the hotel at lunchtime & this was perfectly acceptable. Overall this was a great holiday & we enjoyed the opportunity to sail. Thank you Dimitris for your helpful approach & advice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashbourne House Guest House; City: Franschhoek Western Cape; Review: Pre-stay & during the stay communication was superb. Tim, Nadine & all the staff are absolute perfect hosts. The guesthouse is in a good location. Our room was beautiful, beautifully appointed & the whole guesthouse had a lovely atmosphere. The breakfasts were delicious - sat outside each day enjoying local trout & scrambled eggs; freshly baked bread, homemade marmalade etc. We were delighted with our choice of accommodation in Franschhoek. Highly recommended 🎉👍🎉; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Playa; City: Can Pastilla Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: For our family requirements this hotel had a wonderful location and absolutely fab staff who were for every moment of the day so very helpful. I would like to thank Antonio the owner , his son, Myriam for all their dedicated hard work to ensure the staff were enthusiastic & they indeed were very hard working staff - Ines, Miguel. Sorry I can not remember all the staff names. The 'can do' attitude from everyone made our holiday work well. I am fully aware everyone has different expectations but for our group of 4 this holiday was perfect and ticked all the criteria. We had family members with limited mobility. The hotel was over the road from a beautiful beach. The promenade was flat and therefore this allowed us to have lovely morning walks. Our rooms had a beautiful views of the bay. The rooms were cleaned daily and refreshed with toiletries and towels as required. All in our group thoroughly enjoyed the food - as a group we thought there was plenty of choice to suit all our needs. As some of our group had limited mobility I was looking for a hotel close to the airport. This hotel more than exceeded our expectations on this occasion. I have stayed in many places worldwide and whilst some reviews on here are critical of this hotel it is all dependent on personal preference at the time. Our group would like to extend the biggest gracias to all the staff for making this holiday a most enjoyable one. If good health allows we will definitely be visiting again as the hotel, staff, location, food were perfect for us. All the staff are a credit to you and fingers crossed we are able to visit you again. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edgar House; City: Chester Cheshire England; Review: Now this is what I call an afternoon tea! The booking process was excellent. We initially sat outside but due to the hot weather the wasps were busy flying around the food. However, we were moved very swiftly & smoothly inside to a window seat. The staff were very friendly & efficient. The home baked food was an absolutely delicious combination of flavours and freshness. I will highly recommend & hope to visit again in the future ( fingers crossed on several occasions) . A wonderful afternoon experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hope Street Hotel; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Always wanted to stay at the hotel. Our room was comfy, quality bed & pillows were perfect - very clean. The room was smaller than expected but that did not distract from our stay. Staff were welcoming & very helpful in a stylish way. Location was good for this visit. Breakfast was a mixture of items to order plus the normal self-service items. We went for items requiring order, whilst the food was cooked fresh there was a wait & please note the breakfast area was cleared away by 10.05am. We had had our breakfast by then so did not affect us. It was relaxing to sit in the lounge reading the morning papers though before we left. Enjoyed the stay. Thank you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Calbis; City: Dalyan Mugla Province Turkish Aegean Coast; Review: Sometimes you don’t believe TripAdvisor reviews but believe every positive comment you read about Holiday Calbis.The grounds are beautiful. We liked the quiet pool & the other pool nearby. All the staff were incredible, always eager to help & keen to please. The breakfast we thought was ideal & suited our preferences.Everyday there was always something to eat. The lunches at the pool bar were excellent value & the husband & wife team Nizam & Roz were a very hard working team( always with a smile).The cooks always provided speedy dishes. Thank you. Our room was very clean. Lovely balcony overlooking the large pool. Room had air con; fridge, kettle. Need to mention Ramazan - great customer service. The hotel is about 15 mins walk away from town but the hotel do provide a free minibus at 7pm each evening. We enjoyed the walk - needed some exercise to burn off some calories! Thank you for providing a beautiful hotel for a fab holiday. We hope to return in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Wrexham Town Centre Hotel; City: Wrexham Wrexham County North Wales Wales; Review: Writing this review on behalf of my parents who stayed over the Easter weekend , however I did help them with check in/out, experienced a beverage in the restaurant & had several contacts with numerous staff members ( thank you Manager called Steph for organising the room).All staff were consistently friendly & extremely helpful eg found an extra chair for parents room. I was offered help with suitcases on check in/out. My parents would definitely stay at this Premier Inn again. The room was sizeable, clean, comfy & temp control was perfect. Despite being close to the railway line - there was no disturbance from trains passing by. A very good value stay. Thank you all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Oster Professional Corded Pet Nail Grinder Kit, Variable Speed (078129-650-000); Brand: Oster; Review: Check out this article telling how to make the experience pleasant for you and your pet. [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dogit Drinking Fountain PVC Place Mat - Large; Brand: Dogit; Review: I was somewhat embarrassed to be buying a high tech designer water bowl but am glad I did. It goes for about a week with two dogs and saves me so much time in cleaning and putting out new water. One of my dogs wouldn't drink water unless I put it down fresh. This solved the problem so I am guessing there must be a health benefit to it as well. Easy to clean, easy to maintain. Visiting dogs run to it like they have been using it their entire life. No confusion as to what to do with it. One thing important to note: when I go out, I leave an extra bowl of water out in case of electrical failure/breakage/water running out. Never hurts to have a back up while you are away.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dogit Fresh & Clear Elevated Dog Water Dispenser, Automatic Drinking Water Fountain for Large Dogs with Purifying; Brand: Dogit; Review: One thing important to note: when I go out, I leave an extra bowl of water out in case of electrical failure/breakage/water running out. Never hurts to have a back up while you are away. I was somewhat embarrassed buying a high tech designer water bowl but am glad I did. It goes for about a week with two dogs and saves me so much time in cleaning and putting out new water. One of my dogs wouldn't drink water unless I put it down fresh. This solved the problem so I am guessing there must be a health benefit to it as well. Easy to clean, easy to maintain. Visiting dogs run to it like they have been using it their entire life. No confusion as to what to do with it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vetericyn Wound & Skin Care; Brand: Vetericyn; Review: Using it on my dogs, rabbits and myself. This stuff is beyond wonderful. If I had to go back in time, I would take this with me! The girl who sold it to me uses it on her face for acne (works!), the owner used it on a tooth infection (her pain went away and gave her a break until she could get to the dentist). My bunnies have snuffles and I've been spraying it in the air by their nose. They are getting better. My dog had a wound that healed up overnight after I sprayed it. I can't say enough about it. Buy it and keep it on hand always. We need to support these guys and keep them in business forever and ever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Pet Diner Timmy Rabbit Pellet, Blue; Brand: American Pet Diner; Review: For now, I'm finding the Oxbow ORGANIC to be the healthiest and the favorite of my two rabbits. Rabbits are sensitive so ensuring they get zero toxins, fertilizers and pesticides is high on my list. All the treats I give them are organic so why not the food? I would like to see an organic timothy hay pellet but so far have not found one. Oxbow Organic uses primarily grass hay. Little tidbit I learned recently about Yucca - when the food is in correct proportions, the urine will not smell very strong. Producers of pellets will add yucca (a good ingredient on its own) to help bring the smell of the urine down. Undigested protein (because it is in the wrong form, ex. soy) is what makes the urine smell so bad. If your rabbits urine is super strong, maybe it is time to try a new, higher quality food. I'd rather they formulate the food to the rabbit's biological needs that put a "perfume/neutralizer" in it to cover up their poor quality food. By the way, most brands (including Kaytee) are wrong in formulation and low in quality - pellets were designed to fatten food rabbits up for the slaughter, not for longevity and good health in pets. Also, soy is not good, it's just cheap. If the food has soy, try again - it's a warning they are trying to save money for their pocket books and take years off the life of your rabbits. The average rabbit references say rabbits live to about 7 years but when you start to read up on well fed pet rabbits, you find they are living upwards of 16 and more. Feed better food, have your buddy around longer - and feeling better too will less health issues. We need more advocates for rabbits in the world of nutrition, it's the foundation of good health!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Performance Dog Hair Dye Gel; Brand: Top Performance; Review: Look, dying anything in these colors is going to be a bit messy. I used to pay $80 to get my dog dyed every 3 or 4 months. Now I can do it myself at home for a fraction of the cost. It lasts a few months for me if you include the fading time. I go with a bright pink and in the end, it is bubble gum pink. All pretty. My dog is black and white so the white takes and it looks fantastic. I don't follow instructions exactly. I wash in the laundry tub for her regular bath time, MASSAGE (happy dog) the dye on (I wear disposable latex gloves), leave for 5 mins while she sits quietly in warm garage/tub, rinse and MASSAGE IN a leave-in conditioner. Best tip I can give you to make it easier on the dog - give treats off and on through out the process. Just little bits of something to make it worth their while. Everyone loves seeing her, grumpy people brighten up, she's in photo albums all over the world. I did it once on a lark but she is such an ambassador for happiness with the color that I have continued for years now. I forget what she looks like w/o color. If the process isn't fun for you, the dog will pick up on that and it won't be fun for anyone. Make it fun or skip it. Of course the dog shouldn't suffer. So for clean up, what's the big deal? It's clean up, did you expect not to? I use bleach (after the dog is out of the area (don't want her to breathe fumes) or a scrubbing cleaner with bleach. It comes out fine. Sometimes I even do it in my marble shower - again, a little scrubbing (not bleach) and it comes out fine. Anyway, love the product and will continue to buy it. If you hate the process, groomers will do it for you. If you want less permanent, use the easter egg dye (food grade, non toxic) and it will wash out in the first or second washing. Or skip it completely and go for a walk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scaredy Cut Silent Pet Grooming Kit for Cats & Dogs - Quiet Alternative to Electric Clippers for Sensitive Pets; Brand: Scaredy Cut; Review: Got this for my two wiggly angora rabbits and two fluffy dogs. Very pleased with it and recommend it to others. There are times when even I don't want to listen to that irritating clipper noise and these stand in the gap. I especially like being able to quickly trim the hair on my dog's head and ears without having to haul the clippers and paraphernalia out. Quick, simple and easy to use. Recommended as a superb addition to any grooming kit. Used them once when electricity was out - with these you always have a good back up when your clippers aren't working Nice seller, good shipping time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oxbow BeneTerra Organic Meadow Hay, 15-Ounce Bag; Brand: Oxbow Animal Health; Review: My rabbits will eat it like it's a treat, they pick at every other kind like it's punishment. Only good hay on the market now. Our president has signed legislation allowing alfalfa hay to become genetically modified (GMO) as of 2013 so now all our alfalfa hay and hay eating animals are in jeopardy. GMO food compromises and destroys gut bacteria which helps the body pull nutrients out of the food. With the gut bacteria out of balance, we get sick and diseased. Won't even matter what quality of food is fed, the body won't be able to use all the nutrients it provides. Let Oxbow know you appreciate their hay and ask them to expand their production - it's a small part of their business right now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Simple Solution Washable Reusable Female Dog Diapers; Brand: Simple Solution; Review: Very well made, does a great job, couldn't be happier. Recommend hands down over any other. Male and female versions are A+++++++++.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ware Manufacturing Plastic Scatterless Lock-N-Litter Small Pet Pan- Colors May Vary; Brand: Ware Manufacturing; Review: Bunnies don't sit in their pee, keeps them healthy and dry. Super easy to clean. Has made my life so much easier. Dream come true.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: EQyss Premier Pet Shampoo - Promotes Healthy Skin and Coat; Brand: Eqyss; Review: I would rate this zero. False advertising first off - there are some terrible ingredients in it that aren't listed anywhere except the bottle. If you have a dog with any health issues, skin or otherwise (the skin will absorb things into the bloodstream) I wouldn't get this shampoo. I'm going back to making my own with non-toxic ingredients that I know are safe for my pets. Done thinking manufacturer's will provide safe products. Dr Bonners soap (gentle), aloe juice, few drops of coconut oil or coconut milk.... Food coloring is toxic and WHY - will we have a coronary if the shampoo isn't a pretty color? In children food coloring is linked to ADHD. If your dog has any instability, fear, aggression, etc - don't use this. If you don't want your dog to feel bad because it has neurotoxic food coloring in its bloodstream, don't buy this. It can exacerbate an existing condition or create a new one. Especially if you are adding more and more into the blood stream over time as you use it regularly. Some of their products are ok but since they don't list all the ingredients you'll have no way of knowing until you get it. WIll update this with the list of ingredients I almost fainted over. My challenge to the manufacturer: Take out the bad stuff and stand up to your "natural" claim for the sake of the innocent animals. Isn't that why you started this business?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ware Manufacturing Ware Himalayan Salt on a Rope Small Animals; Brand: Ware Manufacturing; Review: The best, wouldn't buy anything else for my small pets. This is the real deal with bio available minerals. The round ones you but in stores are not healthy - just a money maker and does t give your pet the health benefits it needs. Don't be f; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barkworthies Green Tripe Belly Bark - Grain Free Recipe - All-Natural Healthy Dog Chews; Brand: Barkworthies; Review: Dogs love these - stand at counter where they are stored and stare. This is a fabulous company - let's keep them in business. Five stars, all paws up! Extra nutrition and they think its a treat!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sealy Lux Quad Layer Orthopedic Dog Bed with Cooling Gel; Brand: Sealy Dog Bed; Review: Best dog bed I've ever owned. Will never buy anything else. Stars: infinity. Worth every penny, well made. Great for older dogs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healthy Pet ökocat Natural Pine Cat Litter, Pine; Brand: Healthy Pet; Review: Use for rabbits in house. Always get compliments on how my house does not smell - The only one I've ever used that is no odor when wet in box. Love love love this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amber Technology Vibactra 4oz - Vibactra is an all natural dietary supplement antibiotic alternative for those who prefer a; Brand: Amber Technology; Review: Amazing, non toxic, use it on all my pets and myself. No side effects, boosts immune system. You can use it 4x/day with at least 3 hours inbetween. The herbs potency wear off in about 3 hours. So doing the perfect "every 6 hours" is not necessary as long as you get in 4 doses 3+ hours apart. This is per their expert on staff at the manufacturer's company. Of course the closer to regular you get it, the more balanced the approach but you'll still get good benefits if you aren't on a perfect schedule. LOVE LOVE LOVE it. Always have it on hand. Even if a pet gets a cut or scratch I use it to ward off any infection taking hold.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chuckit! Indoor Shaker; Brand: Chuckit!; Review: quite large, will prob give to a bigger dog but great piece, well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ziwi Peak Air-Dried Dog Food Recipe; Brand: Ziwi Peak; Review: ONE OF THE BEST DOG FOODS AVAILABLE. ALL USA FOODS SOURCE THEIR MEATS FROM CHINA (THERE ARE ONLY 3 COMPANIES THAT PROVIDE MEAT TO THE PET FOOD MANUFACTURERS AND ALL 3 GET MEAT FROM CHINA). THE ONLY WAY TO GET CHINA FREE FOOD IS TO BUY OUT OF COUNTRY LIKE ZIKIPEAK, BUY PREMADE REAL FOOD LIKE "DARWINS" ($14.95 2 WEEK TRIAL) OR PRIMAL - OR MAKE IT YOURSELF. PETS ARE DESIGNED BY NATURE TO EAT REAL FOOD. Not dehydrated food full of trash, toxins, preservatives, synthetic vitamins (the body doesn't recognize synthetic vitamins) and more. All US kibble is suspect. www. DOGFOODADVISOR.com; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vet Classics Canine Incontinence - 120 Tablets; Brand: Vet Classics; Review: This works. A holistic vet helped develop this formula. Holistic Vets threat whole body, not just symptoms so this helps balance out the body. Note: newer research is finding early spay/neuter is usually responsible for this. Read "rethink spay/neuter" pageant[....]; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Coincidence of Callie & Kayden; Author: Visit Amazon's Jessica Sorensen Page; Review: How does a book end like that! Can't wait for the next one!! I have fallen in love with callie and kayden; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Safe Haven; Author: Visit Amazon's Nicholas Sparks Page; Review: Great love isn't found easily sometimes you have to get away from what's holding you down to get away and find it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Secret of Ella and Micha; Author: Visit Amazon's Jessica Sorensen Page; Review: This book is one I couldn't put down. The passion they have for one another and don't want to show it makes it that much better.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waking Up Married (Mills & Boon Hardback Romance); Author: ; Review: Very cute book great ending. Waking up in Vegas is the last thing anyone wants but this book makes it work.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Game Changer: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's J. Sterling Page; Review: At true love always stays in the heart and never leaves no matter how bad things may turn out. Love stories have moved from movies to books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Someone to Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Addison Moore Page; Review: Not what I expected from this book but I more than enjoyed every minute. A naughty love turns into a forever love. Romantic and dirty.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Temporary Life: Book One of the My Temporary Life Trilogy; Author: Visit Amazon's Martin Crosbie Page; Review: This was like 2 stories in 1 beginning with his childhood which didn't really seem to connect with his adulthood do the second part for one this book was difficult for me to read but the second half was more enjoyable than the first; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Autobiography of Mark Twain, The; Author: Charles Neider; Review: This book is written perfectly in a manner never seen before. I nearly gave it just four stars after reading another amazon.com reviewer who commented on the size of the typeface. I am 61 years old and did have some difficulty reading the fine print. But, to examine such a fine work of art, it's worth getting out the magnifying glass. That being said, I was simply hypnotized by this Giant's writing. The way he slips from his present-day experiences to his memories, the way he inserts stories like "The Golden Hand" and how he ties it all together in such a conversational manner, it fascinated me. His reveries concerning his dead wife and daughter Susie touched my heart and his comments regarding the early death of his daughter show what a deep thinker this man was. It was thrilling to read of his relationship with U.S. Grant and how he was known and admired by Helen Keller and virtually every celebrity on the planet. Even the 250-page Introduction was wonderful. I cannnot wait for volume II to be printed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Storming Heaven: LSD and the American Dream; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay Stevens Page; Review: I loved this book and am deeply disappointed that the promised companion books BURNING DOWN THE HOUSE and CONSCIOUSNESS WARS were never printed. Jay Stevens' writing is entertaining and educational. The book brought the sixties back to life, when LSD was legal and young people believed they would change the world. This is a fascinating book, documenting LSD's history and some of the famous and brilliant people that used it, created it, and spread the joy. For a fascinating look at the drug that everyone was talking about when they said, "Sex, Drugs, and Rock'n'Roll", do yourself a favor and immerse yourself in this fun trip back in time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: We Were the Ramchargers: Inside Drag Racing's Legendary Team; Author: Visit Amazon's David G. Rockwell Page; Review: The Ramchargers were my drag-racing heroes when I was a 16 - 17 yr old and I'd go see them at Martin Dragway week after week in their match races against Don Nicholson, Arnie Beswick, et al. They brought so much fun and excitement to my early life that I found myself idling along on the Internet recently and discovered this book. It is well-written, has some technical jargon that still goes over my head, but, all-in-all is a great reminder of how much fun it was growing up in the sixties. This book even recounts the time the Ramchargers were caught with water-filled slicks (excess moisture, according to the text) during a pre-race weigh-in against Nicholson. I was at the track and I remember how this rumor trickled through the crowd. The author, a latter-day Ramcharger, doesn't spare the team from any inconvenient facts like that. The book is a fascinating story of determination, creativity, and hard work that brings the sixties back to life. Lots of great pictures!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Make Men Free: A Novel of the Battle of Antietam; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Croker Page; Review: This book inspired me to become a student of the civil war. I had only the skimpiest knowledge of the history of that war that tore America apart when I discovered TO MAKE MEN FREE. Mr. Croker brought that terrible battle at Antietam to life for me and created a desire in me to learn more. I spent a year reading Shelby Foote's encyclopedic history of the war and then went to Sharpsburg to see the actual site of the battle. The words of Richard Croker came back to me as I walked the battlefield. He is a great and under-appreciated author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breakfast of Champions CD Unabridged; Author: Jr. Vonnegut Kurt; Review: I am in the enjoyable process of re-reading all of my Vonnegut books, and was surprised to see that THE SIRENS OF TITAN is the second-highest reviewed books by amazon.com readers. It is enjoyable, to be sure; but I found PLAYER PIANO, BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS, and JAILBIRD far superior. Oh well. So it goes. To each his own, as they say. You certainly wouldn't be harmed by reading this; but, CAT'S CRADLE and MOTHER NIGHT are far superior works. The movie MOTHER NIGHT, in fact, is a masterwork. But, I am rambling. If anyone reads this review, be sure to put visiting the KURT VONNEGUT MEMORIAL LIBRARY on your Bucket List. Mr. Vonnegut will go down in history as the twentieth century's Mark Twain.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radioactive Man: Radioactive Repository Volume One; Author: Visit Amazon's Matt Groening Page; Review: Until three weeks ago, I thought Radioactive Man was nothing more than an aside, an on-going joke on the SIMPSON's television show. Then, at a Barnes and Noble book store, I saw this beautiful hardcover book and took a few secondes to flip through the pages. I couldn't get it out of my head. Then, I bought it from amazon.com and was thoroughly entertained and amazed by the creativity and skill that put this together. It is so reminiscent of the Marvel Comics' superheroes' soap opera dialog and the small jokes at the bottom of each issue's first page. Like with DC comics, Matt Groening has created a bizarro Justice League of America (the Superior Squad) and the Squad's equally dangerous team of super-enemies. The artwork is superb, the stories are creative, the constantly-repeated "origin stories" take me back fifty years when I devoured the DC and Marvel comics like an addict. This is a great bit of art, storytelling, and social satire. I'll give away the fact that President Nixon appears in it, but I won't say anymore about the evil Illuminati/Bilderbergish group that Radioactive Man and Fallout Boy must contend with. I can't wait until the RADIOACTIVE REPOSITORY - VOLUME TWO comes out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The World's Columbian Exposition: The Chicago World's Fair of 1893; Author: Norman Bolotin; Review: This oversized book is beautiful. I have read much about the Columbian Exposition, but never have I read such a thorough accounting of the event. The pictures are wonderful. The book is educational and entertaining, a fond memory of America at its greatest point in history.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Acid Dreams: The Complete Social History of LSD: The CIA, the Sixties, and Beyond; Author: Visit Amazon's Martin A. Lee Page; Review: This is a fond memory for many and a mythological time for most. In 2013, where the creation of LSD is made nearly impossible by the US government, the mystique and the wonder of the mind-exploring days of the sixties and seventies might be lost to history, were it not for books like this. ACID DREAMS is an old hippie's dream. It will cause the young seeker after truth to wonder what it was like. It recalls a time in history when Timothy Leary fought the US government over the legalization of marijuana, a time where LSD was legal, a time when Americans could consider the wonders of the universe from a non-egoistic point of view. A great read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What It Felt Like: Living in the American Century; Author: Visit Amazon's Henry Allen Page; Review: When I finished reading this book, I wanted to talk with author Henry Allen. It is a shame that poetry like this can go out of print and forgotten. Mr. Allen has captured the essence of the last century (from an American viewpoint) in such a way that it made me want to relive all those years with opened eyes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bluegrass Gospel Songbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Wayne Erbsen Page; Review: This book is a treasure. I heard most of these songs as a child. They are absent in most churches, now. It gives me great joy to sing and play, using this fine collection of songs as a guide. The song-choices are excellent and the type-setting is large enough for an old man to enjoy without difficulty.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back: Natural Posture Solutions for Pain in the Back, Neck, Shoulder, Hip,; Author: Visit Amazon's Esther Gokhale Page; Review: This book changed my life. After a decade of living on narcotics and leaning on a walking-stick, I can now stand upright and walk without looking like Groucho Marx. I stopped taking all pain medications one month after beginning to study this book. On the first read-through, there were two exercises I couldn't do at all. After three months, I went through the book again, and I could do all of them. Prior to reading the book, I could only sleep curled up in the fetal position. I could neither lie on my back or lie on my stomach. Now I can. If there was only one thing I could buy from amazon.com, it would be this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Southern Living Slim Down South Cookbook: Eating well and living healthy in the land of biscuits and bacon; Author: Carolyn O'Neil; Review: There were only a couple recipes in this book that I could make that didn't require frying or broiling.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Watch Me: A Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Anjelica Huston Page; Review: F. Scott Fitzgerald put it nicely, in his 1925 story THE RICH BOY. They are different than the rest of us. This autobiography is a well-written description of how Hollywood royalties live, how they enjoy lots of parties, and how, once in awhile, they work. Angelica Huston has an artist's eye, an author's pen, and an amazing memory. She is a name-dropper, but, that's why I read the book. Her time with Jack Nicholson, of course, is the centerpiece of the book. I don't want to give anything away, but this is the second book that documents what a wretch Marlon Brando was. It was, apparently, no stretch for him to become Stanley Kowalski in THE STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE. This book was colorful and visual in describing so many exotic locations.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Your Brain Is God; Author: Visit Amazon's Timothy Leary Page; Review: Confused ramblings by a lost refugee from the sixties: that's how I characterize this book. I thoroughly enjoyed HIGH PRIEST and I had great hopes for this book. Oh well.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NRSV, XL Edition, Bonded Leather, Brown; Author: Visit Amazon's Zondervan Page; Review: I just received my Zondervan NSRV - XL. It is a beautiful book and I know I'm going to love it. Last Summer I picked up the THOMAS JEFFERSON BIBLE at Monticello and I've been dying to start high-lighting a Bible with just those parts of the Gospels that are confirmed with all the others. I've marked up all my other Bibles willy-nilly, with yellow markers, pink markers, blue markers, all with no apparent rhyme or reason.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mycroft Holmes; Author: Visit Amazon's Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Page; Review: Being a fan of the Sherlock Holmes' books, the old Basil Rathbone movies, and the new television series SHERLOCK, I was anxious to read MYCROFT HOLMES. The first two or three chapters were intriguing and I was excited at the prospect of discovering a new author, possibly leading towards a series of books (albeit Fan Fiction). But, as the story dragged me through towards its finish, I grew bored and never finished it. I will be giving it to my local library. The writing was formulaic and unimaginative. Yes, it was, no doubt heavily researched as to time and place. But it seemed to me given over to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's personal grievances and, as the all-too-familiar gang of accomplices was gathered by Mr. Holmes and Mr. Douglas, I thought, this reminds me of Robert B. Parker's SPENSER supporting cast.... except that Robert B. Parker made his characters come alive.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Player Piano: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Kurt Vonnegut Page; Review: Just yesterday, my refrigerator and I got into an argument about the late, great Kurt Vonnegut's first novel! I am currently re-reading PLAYER PIANO for the 5th time. I can't get enough of it. I feel about Mr. Vonnegut the way I feel about Dashiell Hammett: why didn't he write more? This fantastic story lays the ground work for all of Vonnegut's later works. Hi Ho, indeed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Deep State: How an Army of Bureaucrats Protected Barack Obama and Is Working to Destroy the Trump Agenda; Author: Visit Amazon's Jason Chaffetz Page; Review: I have never before purchased a "political" book. They tend to be repetitive, politicized, and obsolete in six months. The title DEEP STATE was intriguing, though, so I purchased it from Amazon.com. The book was released on September 18 and I received it one day later (great job, Amazon). Chaffetz has written an excellent book that will not soon be forgotten. While he mentions the political coup currently underway in Washington, DC, this book does much more than to remind us of the crimes committed by James Comey, Andrew McCabe, Strzok, Page, the Ohr's, Christopher Steele, Rod Rosenstein, et al. It also recounts Congressman Chaffetz' frequent teaming up with Democrat Elijah Cummings in their attempts to fight waste and corruption in our Federal government. It informs the reader of the countless millions of dollars wasted by the EPA, spending that has nothing to do with the environment. It tells us that in 2014 70% of federal employees received bonuses costing taxpayers billions of dollar, that Lois Lerner, received nearly $200,000 in bonuses during the three years the IRS was illegally singling out conservative non-profits and denying their applications. Her criminality resulted in 4.5 million dollars being paid by us taxpayers for those who were targeted. He mentions how all federal employees receive free health insurance, 401K's, and pensions. Retirees, by the way, have no deductibles and no premiums to pay for their insurance. And it is all-but impossible to fire one of them because of their various powerful bureaucracies. Of course, it is impossible to write about corruption without mentioning Hillary Clinton and President Obama's cover-up of Benghazi. I could go on and on; but I don't want to spoil the ending. Even the Epilog, recounting a historic event involving Sam Houston, Andrew Jackson, and Francis Scott Key, is interesting. I recommend this book to anyone with the stomach to learn how disgusting and entrenched the Deep State is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Courting Cate (The Courtships of Lancaster County) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Leslie Gould Page; Review: Great read! You gotta love learning about the amish ways.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never Too Late: My Musical Life Story; Author: John Holt; Review: This book sure helps understand what was not so great in my musical education. It is full of encouragement and how to overcome. Interesting memoirs with overlay of adult education. Great read....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Farmer's Daughter: Recipes from a Mennonite Kitchen; Author: Visit Amazon's Dawn Stoltzfus Page; Review: Great home cooking from scratch. Ideas to create real food.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aromatherapy and Essential Oils for Beginners; Author: Kimberly Jones; Review: There is a lot of helpful information in this comprehensive book. It is a very eye opening resource. A great "go to" for solving problems. You gotta love aromatherapy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Play; Author: Visit Amazon's Vivien Mackie Page; Review: Learning an instrument is a process and very fluid. This book addresses the process. Where I am today effects what I consider as an insight today . Tomorrow I will consider another insight as a great ah ha. This book addresses the complexity of playing an instrument and exposes the journey musicians share. There is something for every cellist in the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three-Octave Scales for the Cello, Book One: the Basics; Author: Visit Amazon's Cassia Harvey Page; Review: A great way to get in synch with my orchestra music key signatures. I love the repetition that Cassia Harvey builds into all her books. It assures that I get it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cello Suites: J. S. Bach, Pablo Casals, and the Search for A Baroque Masterpiece; Author: Visit Amazon's Eric Siblin Page; Review: Love listening to Pablo Casals... he makes it all look so easy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Jet's Pizza; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Best jets on the north side! The staff is always very friendly. Food is always hot when delivered. Delivery never takes long. When I order ahead for pick up they are always on time. Conveniently located on 86th street.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Solana at the Crossings; City: Indianapolis,, IN; Review: Lived here for a year. The bad: At first look, the apartments are beautiful. But upon closer inspection there are a lot of problems. Ceiling leaks. When they painted over the previous tenants paint, they did a terrible job because you could see everywhere they painted. Office staff was not organized at all. Parking here is terrible... especially if you have guests. They have to park outside of the gate and there are VERY few spots. Be prepared to search for a parking spot EVERY night. It's "gated" but not really.. someone can just walk around the gate. You are forced to get crappy overpriced spectrum internet Pool is tiny The good: Maintenance team I will admit is very quick to respond and usually fix things the very next day. Fitness center is nice and never packed. Location You can not hear your neighbors; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Our office ordered food from here and everything was right and perfect. Food was ordered for pickup and everything was made fresh and ready on time. I ordered the tuna salad. I have to say that I have ordered salads from all of the restaurants on the north side of Indianapolis. This had to be one of the best salads that I've found near me!!! Highly recommend it. Everything was fresh and crispy and the tuna was spiced perfectly! I didn't get to see the actual location but my coworker said as they were waiting for the food at the bar area the bartender was very nice and even offered them a drink while they waited. Can't wait to go back and actually eat there since it is so close to my work!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LA Fitness; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Had a membership here for a year. I could barely bring myself to use it. They oversell their memberships to the point where it's ridiculous. There were so many times I would go upstairs and there wouldn't be a single piece of cardio equipment available.. and IF you did get one. Prepare to have a heat stroke because air conditioning is non existent at this dump. Typical bro and meat heads swamp this place and girls with full on clown makeup trying to look cute, occupy the equipment and waste time. No joke I waited for a girl to apply lipstick before I could use a machine there! It's a gym, work out and get the hell out... The locker rooms are disgusting. Smell of mildew. Garbage lines the floor. The toilets are dirty the showers are filthy, there are giant holes in the shower curtains. Really!? For the money you are WAY better off spending a little more and going to lifetime fitness. They are in a whole different league.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shalimar Indian Restaurant; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Ordered the chicken tikka masala dish on a Saturday for pick up. It was ready when arrived about 15 minutes after I called it in. Inside of the restaurant is nice which I didn't expect from the cruddy broken pavement outside and strip mall location. The place was empty with no customers in sight which made me a little weary. The chicken tikka came with rice and I ordered a side of naan. I live down the street so I expected the food to be piping hot if not close to it. But when I opened my bag I noticed the naan was cold, thin, and hard. I placed a spoon through the tikka to grab some chicken and realized there was barely any chicken in there. It was all sauce. The taste of the sauce was decent but that doesn't mean anything if there is no chicken to accompany it! There were literally 2 "cubes" of chicken. For paying 17 dollars I expected way better and am disappointed. It's like I got leftovers from the buffet. There are definitely better Indian restaurants in the area. I would MAYBE try the buffet, because you know what you're getting, but I won't be running back anytime soon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Which Wich; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Great location close to me, located in the food court of the fashion mall behind the escalators. Service is fairly quick for being made on demand. You grab a paper bag, check off what you want, and hand them the bag which I love because you don't have people slowing down the ordering process. They can sit off to the side and take all day deciding while I fly by and order my usual! I usually order the gyro sandwich and it's always made perfectly to my liking. Decent price and nice quick employees. (Always the shortest line in that food court); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diamond Nail Spa; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: A nice experience. Pricey but good service. They got me in after a 2 minute wait. It was pretty busy but I didn't feel horribly cramped. They were playing 80s music and the girls really seemed to like working there! The store has a bright clean looking vibe which goes well with the fashion mall. I got the deluxe or upgraded pedicure which was about 45 dollars. I'm a guy who doesn't get pedicures often, but it was my bday and I decided to splurge. Nice massage chairs give you a great pat down while they take care of your feet. I don't like big crowds or small crowded places, so I was relieved I didn't have to deal with either. The girls were all very sweet and I would definitely not mind returning, but 45 is pretty steep for just a pedicure. I will need to try the regular one to see if the upgrade was worth it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: McAlister's Deli; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: This is by far the WORST McAlister's in the area. Head over to Castleton for way better service. Unfortunately this is the closest to our office. We used to spend hundreds of dollars a month on this place a month. Well they lost our business and did not care at all. The last time we called in (9/11/2018) we requested that they write the names on each order because they will mess it up EVERY time and/or forget something. The first person we talked to told us they don't do that. Then told us that they charge a dollar per person to write a name on each order. We asked to speak to a manager and they refused to take care of us even tho we explained that they mess up our order every time we don't name it, we shouldn't be punished because they can't simply get a 8-10 person order correct! The manager refused to help us and claimed this is a "company policy" there is nothing she can do which is a lie because we have ordered and had it named before and did not have to pay. I have to fight with them every time I call in. So we finally cave and only because getting an order together for a whole office is time consuming and if we didn't order then, we wouldn't be able to get another order in somewhere else in time for our lunch hour! Then when they gave the phone to a new person to take our order, they told us it was going to be 50 cents per order! When we asked why someone just told us it was a dollar at first they said uhhh I don't know!? Well we get our food and guess what, THEY MESSED UP. Shocker... so we paid extra money so that they could royally mess up our order. The time before that was even worse. I asked for the same thing. For our names to be on each order (8 people). And when I asked to speak to the manager the woman hung up on me. I called back 6 times and I could hear her, then she would slam the phone back to hang up on me. So my employee called from her cell phone and surprise she answered. She handed the phone to me and pretended to be the manager. I asked to speak to the manager and she pretended so I went along and told her the "employee" kept hanging up on me. And she lied and said there's something must wrong with OUR phones.. I told her our phones are just fine. Grrr. Well you get the point, nightmare. AVOID. They need to restaff. Do some training. And remember, you're in the damn service industry. So Act like it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dermatology Associates; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: This was my first time going to a dermatologist and I am so glad that I picked this doctor! I had called around to the dermatologists in the area and there was LONG waits (weeks if not MONTHS). Who the heck wants to wait that long? I called in and they got me in the very next day! It's located in the Nora area close to where I live so that was another bonus. They said they were in my insurance network but I double checked by calling my insurance just to be safe. Checkin was quick and easy because they email you a link when making your appointment that you set up and put all your medical info. It was nice not having to answer a million questions because they had most of the info. The staff was so friendly and the doctor was amazing. She really knows her stuff and for someone that hates going to the doctor, my mind was put at ease. She suggested a medication and set me up an appointment with the esthetician. It's been a couple weeks and my face is clearing up I can not believe it. I can not tell you how long I dealt with skin issues I wish I didn't put it off this long. Thank you so much!!! I wish I could give more than 5 stars! I have an appointment to follow up in a couple weeks with the doctor and a chemical peel with the esthetician (their prices with the esthetician are CHEAP because it's no frills like a spa). I'm excited for my skin to improve even more!!! :))); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pet Supplies Plus - Lawrence; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I was disgusted to see multiple fish tanks with PILES of dead fish in the corners. The fish tanks were all shoved so full of fish they had barely any room to swim. How is this okay??? One of the employees saw me taking pictures and didn't even care. They knew it was like that. I will be reporting this store to the BBB.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Foot Finesse; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I've been coming here for a while now. And it keeps getting worse and the place is downhill. One time my woman was sick and she was sniffling and snorting the whole time. I felt so dirty after. But I kept wanting to give the place a chance The last time the guy had finished smoking a cigarette RIGHT before starting my massage. On top of it he had severely chapped hands Which made me want to puke. But the worst part of it all... it's IMPOSSIBLE to relax here. They can not help talking to their coworkers when you're getting your massage. Yet they're quick to shush you if you make so much as a peep. It's very simple SHUT YOUR MOUTH so the people who are getting a massage can relax. They will speak in another language and laugh. It's not just the person massaging you it's all of them. Because well you're in a giant room with anywhere from 2-8 other ppl also getting massages. Anyone who has ever been here will agree with me. Do yourself a favor.. save up and spend the extra money somewhere else. You will regret coming here:; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Indy E Cigs; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: These guys are always friendly and informative. I've been going here for a few years. They never try to oversell you and I have even been talked into getting something less expensive but right for what I was looking for. Their new location is a lot easier to access than their last place. I highly recommend them if you are new to vaping or not. They are patient and not condescending like so many other vape shops I have been to! Their pricing isn't the cheapest but still very fair because you're paying for convenience or not having to wait on shipping (also their expertise). They sell vapes, tanks, juices (naked seems to be mainly what they sell these days). You can buy a full set up or certain parts individually. They also started selling cbd products. Which they will be glad to teach you about if you have time to chat. I usually go on week days during my lunch and there is never a long line. And if there is someone in front of you they have a little comfortable seating area for you to hang in while you wait. Check them out in broad ripple because well there's rly no where else that compares in the area. Hopefully they'll stick around for a long time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4:59 Barber Lounge; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: Their customer service upfront is great. I called and got in right away... But I honestly just had the worst haircut of my life there today. I was busy finishing up work texts and in thirty seconds she chopped off the hair I've been growing for months when I said to keep the length and just cut the sides with no guard. I look like a circumcised penis right now and I'm mortified to look at myself. Hello baseball cap for the next month! I couldn't even stay for the shampoo and massage. I won't be back there ever again unfortunately I am traumatized at how I look! I've had better haircuts from people who listen and while paying 12 dollars at crappy great clips. Also.. I forgot how packed it is . You're basically shoulder to shoulder getting your haircuts. The worst part is being seated 3 inches from a mirror. Overpriced for the quality.. at least for the stylist I had. But I'm scared to ever try them again for what I paid. I wish I could pay to get my hair UNCUT.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dermatology Associates; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I wanted to come back and leave some more love. I have been coming to this place for about a year now and for the first time in my life I have perfect skin! I cleared up pretty quick acne-wise but I had scarring from acne and the doctor suggested I do laser and it not only got rid of scars I had my whole life, it also evened my skin tone. It took years off how I look! I also saw q the esthetician who I see monthly and that has kept me free and clear of any pimples and acne. I also bought a few of the products from her line which are better than anything I have been able to find in stores in the past. I seriously look better now in my 30s than I did in my 20s, I really from the bottom of my heart can't thank these people enough. I was always self conscious and avoided taking pictures and social events whenever I had breakouts which was i felt like ALWAYS. It's an amazing feeling when your close friends and family notice and say OMG you look great, what have you been doing? I tell them to go check you guys out! Going here is like seeing friends, it's not stuffy like normal medical offices. Everyone who works there looks like they have fun and enjoy what they're doing. They remember me without me even having to check in and remember details about our conversations. It's totally a family vibe. Thank you again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woody's Library Restaurant; City: Carmel, IN; Review: Our office orders food every week and this place is an office favorite! I haven't myself been to the actual location but as far as ordering for pickup and by the time it gets to our office on the north side of Indy, it is still amazing. When doing large orders for an office, I can't tell you how many other places mess our order up. Woodys has never messed up and every single time every employee in our office loves their food. I have tried the pot roast and the two different salmon dishes there and all of them were delicious and cooked perfectly. I do wish the portions were a little bigger but I can't complain. Highly recommend the pot roast, another favorite of the office! I'm told there's a nice patio and that it's a great place to eat at as well. We all look forward to next week because the office has unanimously wanted to order 3 weeks in a row! Cheers to you Woodys, keep up the good work!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petra Cafe | 86th St; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I live across the street from this place and I have probably been here about 10 times in the last three weeks. Their food is always amazing, hot and fresh. I would suggest calling ahead to let them know what you are ordering. The inside is a little small so I wouldn't plan on taking a huge party there (it is a cafe after all). They have late hours available until 4am. Which is unheard of up on 86th street. The staff is incredibly pleasant and nice. The first time I came I ordered the biggest meal they had and it took a little while to make but the man gave me a free salad and dessert to make up for it. Stellar customer service! I don't normally eat fries, but they put any fast food restaurant to shame with their delicious fries. Make sure to try their falafels, and eat them fresh! All of their sauces are made fresh and you can taste it. I'm happy you all are on the north side now! Welcome :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Penske Honda; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I came here to get an estimate on car repair after some genius hit my parked car. I didn't have to wait in a line because I went during the week when most people are working. The garage was very clean and efficient. I had my quote ready and complete in about 15-20 minutes. I didn't end up having my car repaired there but I can say for getting an estimate done quick, this is a great place to swing by on your lunch break!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City; City: Kansas City Kansas; Review: Our kids had so much fun in the water park, and doing the magi quest, they also loved their wolf den bunk beds. From an adult perspective, our room was filthy with stains on the carpet and cob webs, service wa horrible in the restaurant and pizza pick up, and the lady who filled our animals was grumpy!!!! All the staff in the water park were kind though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel; City: Lincoln Nebraska; Review: Not gonna lie, had a horrible experience last time we stayed here, not because of the hotel, but noisy frat party. This time we were upgrade, had an amazing room, the kids loved swimming in the pool, and the staff was all amazing. Thank you Shiela and Kate for making our Staycation for our family reunion 5star!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shoreline Island Resort; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Not what we expected, but we are glad for a girls weekend away.Yasmina the room keeper was amazing!!! You have to pay for the cabanas on the beach. Cozy place! Awesome ocean view. Didn't realize it was rainy season, but fun downtown area, and good local restaurants!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Sidney NE; City: Sidney Nebraska; Review: Last minute reservations and we said we were upgrading with this one. Rooms and halls were beautiful, pool was nice. All places were a little dark needing more lighting. We did have some issues with a few things but all were worked out with staff even accommodating getting us ice from the kitchen area as the two dispensers were not working. Does need an elevator and its deceiving as there are signs for one but there is not.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Valentine NE; City: Valentine Nebraska; Review: We spent two nights here and you can put lipstick on a pig and make it look nice and that was this. Loved the updated room decor, mixed with out dated cabinets. Kids loved the pool and the. Breakfast wasn't too shabby either. When you are in the middle of know where you can't expect a Hilton, but it was perfect for its price point. Staff was awesome also!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boarders Inn and Suites by Cobblestone Hotels Grand Island; City: Grand Island Nebraska; Review: Pleasantly surprised as you drive up you don't expect much, but the rooms were beautifully decorated, there were a few cosmetic things but it didn't deter from the cleanliness and comfy beds, amazing breakfast, and the fact that they allowed dogs for a small charge that we got to bring our fur baby allow!!! Definitely a place we would stay again, kids loved the pool and the venue for the wedding reception was beautiful with friendly accommodating staff. Thanks for an amazing weekend get away!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Photoreading Whole Mind System; Author: Visit Amazon's Paul R Scheele Page; Review: I picked this book up a few years ago when I first got into NLP, and although not an NLP book, it does involve accelerated learning principles, and some interesting ideas of precognitive function. For a start, this is what I would call more of a "primer" type book. It's enough to wet your appetite to learn more *IF* you give the contents a fair shot and have enough behavioral flexibility to try the system without getting impatient for results. Obviously, as interesting as the concept is in book form, you are better off getting the audio system or going to a live seminar. Are they more expensive and time consuming? I would assume so, but realize this: there is no such thing as quick and easy without a lot of effort and tweaking up front, then all things seem quick and easy. :) March 2010 Update: I dug this book out again after restarting college last fall and was feeling overwhelmed by all the reading I had to get done. I wanted a nice way to systematize my reading time to make it more effective. I have read several reviews now and far and away what seems to get people riled up is the "activation" step. The book is pretty clear in saying that the activation step is a DELIBERATE process, and that spontaneous activation (wherein the reader just has sudden insights about the material photoread instead of doing any actual reading) is not the main point of photoreading. You won't just whip through a book and suddenly have a daydream that will help you ace your next exam, nor will you memorize everything you read. This is in part fault to the information in the book: it's littered with examples of spontaneous activations and sudden insights that wowed the user. There a very few examples of someone using the system as it's intended: a deliberate set of steps to make your reading more effective and help you cull out the information you want from texts you choose. I'm happy to say that after I let go of this assumption and realizing that I was in fact making several passes over material to gain comprehension, my time spent reading has practically dropped in half. Sure, we can argue that all this system amounts to is a new way to skim read, or that it's a variation on SQ3R, etc. But in the end, with proper application, this system is quite useful. Just forget the magic.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tricks of the Mind [Paperback]; Author: DERREN BROWN; Review: I originally ordered this from amazon.co.uk and was willing the pay the international shipping fee, so obviously my excitement for this book was quite large. This is a pretty chunky book, and yes, very very dense with useful information. What you will find: you will quickly discover that Derren's wit and intellect are quite large, he covers a large range of topics from modern religion, hypnosis, memory tricks, a long discussion on scientific process, and he's damned clever in all aspects. What you won't find: a step by step, principle by principle explanation of how he does what he does on the show. In short, if you are thinking of buying the book so you too can hypnotize people into seeing their own death in a car crash, you will be sorely dissappointed. Also an interesting point: he makes a clear distinction between what he does and what NLP (Neuro Linquistic Programming) is, and his view of NLP as a whole will surprise you. I give it 4 stars because although a fantastic book, Derren's writing possess what seems to be a uniquely English problem: they spend 4 sentences explaining themselves with elaborate sentences where one to-the-point sentence would have done well. Perhaps it was just me and my American get-to-the-point way of looking at things, but a chapter or two were nearly enough to make you skip ahead to the more interesting topics. Overall, a fun read, and do try the memory tricks, you will be blown away with what you can already achieve.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Paleo Diet for Athletes: A Nutritional Formula for Peak Athletic Performance; Author: Visit Amazon's Loren Cordain Page; Review: I enjoyed Loren's first book so much I thought that this book would be an excellent addition since the title suggests it is for athletes. The book is geared mostly towards those that are involved in endurance sports/multi-sport athletes. Being a powerlifter/bodybuilder for a number of years, I was hoping there was going to be some insight in how to apply the principles for losing unwanted bodyfat, but this is mostly about maximizing post workout recovery and performance during workouts, not so much as how to become a leaner athlete. While it was an interesting read, I would probably choose his first book over this one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Practicing Mind: Bringing Discipline and Focus Into Your Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Thomas M. Sterner Page; Review: A fantastic and well written treatise on what it means to be truly present and how practicing mindfulness in our daily lives can improve our experience. Fans of the theory of Deliberate Practice will love this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meditations (Penguin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Marcus Aurelius Page; Review: An extraordinary treatise on how to live written by a roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Originally a commonplace book for himself (written lessons he'd learned and read) as a way to remind himself on how to handle himself in various daily interactions with others, it has since become a touchstone for thousands if not millions of others on how to lead a life of virtue. Each passage is meaty, so take time to really read and think about what he is trying to share. The best way to do this is to read through the book once, and earmark things that stick out to you that seem personally significant. Then go back and really breakdown what is written and drink from those lessons deeply. A MUST for anyone interested in not only Stoic philosophy but living a more meaningful life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World [Paperback] [Jan 01, 2016] Newport, Cal; Author: Visit Amazon's Cal Newport Page; Review: I'm already half-way through the book since getting it and I feel like my entire thinking process has been shifted! I've been reading Cal's blog for a while now, and have a couple of his other college study guide books which help put me on my current path to a PhD in Neuroscience. The tough thing about working in knowledge related fields is knowing "how" to put in the work you know you are supposed to be doing. I don't mean the part where I go to the lab or what experiments I'm supposed to be doing, but putting all that work into something meaningful: getting my work published in science journals that will have great impact factor where others can see it, and add something in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases. I thought I was working hard, but was doing it diffusively: with podcasts, music, or the TV blaring in the background; checking twitter, Facebook, or responding to my text messages in the middle of work. Therefore, my writing has been sporadic and unfocused... just like the way I've been working! In this book, Cal makes the case for Deep Work: working with full concentration for extended periods (if you have the ability to do so for a full day or more, but also makes recommendations for people with full schedules). No interruptions, no social media, just you and your work and a consistent schedule. Now, I'm sure to most of us, that sounds like common sense. But how many of us actually engage in that type of work, for extended periods of time? I would be willing to bet, if you really looked at your habits, you'd see how diffusively you've been working at your craft. Cal makes an excellent argument for doing Deep Work and being fully present: it's an extremely gratifying way to work. You won't need passion (read his last book "So Good They Can't Ignore You" for that discussion), or fancy binaural beat music, or a swanky coffee shop to work in (you'd be surprised how some of the best writers in history worked in relatively spartan conditions). You just need to be willing to show up and DO THE WORK, as completely and earnestly as you can with the time you have available. Make no mistake, Cal throws down some gauntlets that you (nor I!) might be willing to forsake, like giving up social media sites in lieu of doing more concentrated work. But I have no doubt that this book is going to change the way that I write and do my work, and become more fully vested in my craft. Another Home Run Cal!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Liege & Lief; Brand: Fairport Convention; Review: This CD is reproduced from the LP of one of the very first folk rock groups that drew directly from English-Irish-Scot lineage. On it is a rousing rendition of the ill-fated & adulterous affair of the farmhand Matty Groves with the Lady of the House; an atmospheric version of the vampire Reynardine leading his victim over the misty mountain; and the intiguing Tam Lin, with a text replete with alchemical-like references. The rock backup music is a bit primitive judging by today's standards, but there's charm in the simplicity. Highly recommended for the folk/ethnic music connoisseur. Oh yes--the bonus track Sir Patrick Spens is a wonderful folk ballad. Sandy Denny's purist vocals provides the perfect delivery for this material.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wildflowers; Brand: Judy Collins; Review: JUDY COLLINS is one of the very few female folk soloists to not only retain a strong popular following, but who rose to the level of "superstardom". She realized her wish to sing "art songs" with an accompanying achievement of seemingly going from an alto to soprano. Compare her early work (Judy Collins, In My Life, etc.) to the music that followed. Her original material comprises much of her repertoire ever since the transition in the 70's. Calling Leonard Cohen a "mentor," Judy Collins often includes his songs on her CD's. Her latest, Judy Collins Sings Leonard Cohen is testament to that. PS. This album has Collins' outstanding rendition of Cohen's PRIESTS, an extraordinary song that is strange & beautiful & sad. The orchestration too is perfect with a gentle flute & bell emphasizing the sacred message of the lyrics. "Wildflowers" is one of Judy Collin's best. Whales & Nightingales In My Life Judith Who Knows Where the Time Goes Judy Collins Sings Leonard Cohen: Democracy Forever: An Anthology; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ophelia; Brand: Natalie Merchant; Review: NATALIE MERCHANT's OPHELIA is one of the most lyrically cohesive CD's in popular music today. It features guest vocalists and an incomparable instrumental accompaniment. OPHELIA spans the gamut of joyous celebration to the depths of alienation and depression. The title track tells of a woman who seeks validation in external realities, from politics to romance--only to be left wandering alone in the corridors of her mind. My Skin describes human sensitivity that has been denied beyond the point of endurance. This theme is emphasized in Effigy in which the persona is equated to social self-immolation. Tibetan born Yungchen Lhamo whose cameo sends shivers up the charkas. Tigerlily; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Water From The Well; Brand: The Chieftains; Review: THE CHIEFTAINS have been wowing audiences for decades with "authentic" Irish/Gaelic music long before it became "chic." The energy and gift of sharing so notable in their concerts comes through with gusto in their recordings. The selected CD WATER FROM THE WELL features The May Morning Dew that illustrates the long-standing effects of oppression with a nostalgic simplicity. TOP PICKS: TEARS OF STONE (highly recommended) features such formidable female vocalists as Bonnie Raitt, Natalie Merchant; Joni Mitchell; Sinad O'Connor; Loreena McKennitt; Akiko Yano and others. Solid Ground Sail "g Rua The Essential Irish Folk Collection; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cleopatra (2CD) (OST); Brand: Alex North; Review: Alex North is one of the truly great Hollywood composers and his score for the Elizabeth Taylor/Richard Burton production is a cinematic masterpiece--it also reveals a lot about the flaws in the original film production. North wrote his score for what was supposed to be a 2-part, 8-hour rendition of the story of Cleopatra. The producers didn't think audiences would go for that, so the original concept was scaled down to a single film when originally released. Taylor denounced the film, claiming that the most pivotal scenes were scrapped leaving the plotline simply to focus on Cleopatra, the last of the great pharaohs of Egypt, as being little more than a sexpot. Richard Burton, always something of a ham actor, was so overdone this time you could stick a fork in him--and still managed to turn in a lackluster, weak portrayal of the volatile Marc Antony. Nonetheless, the costumes and scenery were splendid--as was Alex North's composition, an innovative musical statement that the film woefully failed to project. North contrasts the subtle, mystical, Asiatic use of cymbals, sistrums (an instrument dedicated to the Egyptian goddesses Hathor and Isis) and flutes--with the loud, barbaric brash sounds of Rome's warlike drums and horns. Perhaps North's most notable theme is Cleopatra's Barge that testifies to the power of a queen who, perhaps not physically as beautiful as we have been led to believe, was more intelligent than most the men who surrounded her, and remained deeply connected to the history of Ancient Egypt--and who firmly believed herself to be the embodiment of its most beloved deity Isis. Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Land 1975-2002; Brand: Patti Smith; Review: PATTI SMITH is a forerunner of the punk movement before it had entered pop culture. She has always been uncompromising in her often-devastating attack on the false values of commercialist society. LAND is the result of a 30-year career that has excited & delighted the turned-on & the open minded--and outraged the bourgeoisie. It was not uncommon for family-value, morality police to call in the cops to prevent her performing in their narrow-minded little towns. LAND is a double disk CD containing not only the singer's most popular hits, but there are also outtakes from such hits as Redondo Beach and a live version of 25th Floor. Patti sometimes seems to effectively channel a male persona, and her howl in Boy Cried Wolf--that could be corny--is chilling. LAND also features a beautiful rendition When Doves Cry penned by Prince. Horses Easter Wave Gone Again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 18; Brand: Moby; Review: The more I listen to this CD, the more I like it. I needed to hear it a couple times before I saw the composition as a whole. Each trak seems to represent a totally different style from the others. In large part the foundation of the entire CD is grounded in African-American gospel, blues & jazz--and this lends strength to the over all quality of the piece. The themes are love found but lost, and separation from God/lover. Now this might sound intimidating, but the CD is in no way a downer--just the opposite is true. It's like Aretha Franklin--she might sing the blues, but always in an exciting way. The lyrics are minimal in the extreme, many selections having a single line such as, "Lordy don't you leave me all by myself.." But this line develops beautifully within the context of the song. "The Great Escape" has several verses, but it too is a simple song that manages to conveys a great depth of feeling. This was my first Moby experience (outside an elevator or tv set) & I was a little sceptical--influenced by what seemed to be an ordinate commercialization of his music in the late 1980's to early 1900's. However, Moby 18 has become a mainstay in my favorites collection. Oddly, it raises my spirts when I feel down. Now THAT'S saying a lot... Amazing Grace: The Complete Recordings Queen of Soul: The Atlantic Recordings Definitive Collection; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liege & Lief; Brand: Fairport Convention; Review: This CD is reproduced from the LP of one of the very first folk rock groups that drew directly from English-Irish-Scot lineage. On it is a rousing rendition of the ill-fated & adulterous affair of the farmhand Matty Groves with the Lady of the House; an atmospheric version of the vampire Reynardine leading his victim over the misty mountain; and the intiguing Tam Lin, with a text replete with alchemical-like references. The rock backup music is a bit primitive judging by today's standards, but there's charm in the simplicity. Highly recommended for the folk/ethnic music connoisseur. Oh yes--the bonus track Sir Patrick Spens is a wonderful folk ballad. Sandy Denny's purist vocals provides the perfect delivery for this material.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Let's Roll; Brand: Etta James; Review: ETTA JAMES is the reigning Queen of Jazz & Blues, a terrific talent with a cornucopia of soul. The featured recording LET'S ROLL highlights the artist at top form. James delivers hard rocking message of motherly advice in Somebody to Love and Trust Yourself; a full throttle rendition of The Blues is My Business (And Business is Good); a humorous duet describing the male/female romantic relationship in Stacked Deck; and a slow blues ache of a relationship at the end of the road Please, No More. Blues to the Bone; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beneath the Veil; Brand: Zingaia; Review: This CD is a wonderful, wonderful fusion of Middle Eastern & contemporary musical themes--with an accent on the Middle Eastern. It is smooth, pulsating, seductive, pleasurable, spiritual--and you can't help but move to it. Beneath the Veil is a paen of the feminine principle, without being feminist. It is New Age without being boring. I listen to it so often it has almost become a background musical screen in my house. Even the CD cover & included material are a class production act. Michael Breene's work is great & I look forward to hearing more from this artist. Obviously I highly recommend BENEATH THE VEIL. Enchanted Egypt; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever Anthology; Brand: Judy Collins; Review: JUDY COLLINS is one of the very few female folk soloists to not only retain a strong popular following, but who rose to the level of "superstardom". She realized her wish to sing "art songs" with an accompanying achievement of seemingly going from an alto to soprano. Compare her early work (Judy Collins, In My Life, etc.) to the music that followed. Her original material comprises much of her repertoire ever since the transition in the 70's. Calling Leonard Cohen a "mentor," Judy Collins often includes his songs on her CD's. Her latest, Judy Collins Sings Leonard Cohen is testament to that. Wildflowers Whales & Nightingales Judy Collins Sings Leonard Cohen: Democracy Judith Who Knows Where the Time Goes; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Visit Audio; Brand: Loreena McKennitt; Review: LOREENA MCKENNITT is a multi-faceted musician and recording artist is a gifted writer and performer who focuses on neo-classical folk based on early or pre-Christian themes. Her hauntingly beautiful rendition of Alfred Lord Tennyson's "The Lady of Shallot" (1843) from THE VISIT brings to life the plight of a daemonic lady doomed by her love for the mortal Lancelot; the eternal longing of Psyche for her beloved Eros, and its promise so seldom fulfilled. As with many of McKennitt's works, The Lady of Shallot is woven with strains of ethereal sadness, a mystic musing that succeeds in both charming and ennobling the listener. The Book of Secrets Parallel Dreams The Mask and Mirror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lotte Lenya sings Kurt Weill's The Seven Deadly Sins & Berlin Theatre Songs; Brand: Lotte Lenya; Review: Back in dark days of the Age of the LP & Before The Flood, one of my most cherished LP was a two album collection simply titled LOTTE LENYA. It contained a smashing collection of the singer's selections from the pre-World War Two days in Germany, to later work in the United States theatre scene. It was really wonderful & contained great translations of all the German songs in a commemorative insert. Alas, the album was washed away in the Flood. I made attempts to relocate a replacement, but the original seemed to have completely vanished. Then, wonder of wonders, Amazon was born & I thought I had discovered a CD version--with the original cover photo of the Star--but it contents was nothing like the LP. As a matter of fact it was very disappointing. Ah, shucks... But then I started looking at other CD's a made a miraculous discovery: all the tunes & their original line-up were found on a compilation of 2 available CDs: LOTTE LENYA SINGS KURT WEIL SINGS KURT WEIL'S THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS & BERLIN THEATRE SONGS, and LOTTE LENYA SINGS KURT WEIL & AMERICAN THEATRE SONGS. The only real difference between the CD's and the original LP was that they included other numbers (including the fantastic number What Would You Do? from Cabaret) and no translation material--but I'm sure it can be located somewhere on the web. Nonetheless, I felt like I got my baby back--well, something like that anyway. In this SEVEN DEADLY SINS CD all the original German songs are found in their original order after Songs 1-9. Song 10 "Moriat vom Mackie Messer" is the original version of "Mack the Knife" performed by Bobby Darren in the 60's. It may be interesting to note that Darren sang a completely interpretation in the entertaining film QUIZ SHOW. This version was much closer to the real intent of the composer--a stark & dark comment on the success of evil in the world. Other notable tracks on the CD are "Seerauberjenny" ("Pirate Jenny" about a psychotic maid who fantasizes about killing her employers & all the people who make fun of her), "Surabaya-Johnny" ("Goodbye-Johnny" popularized in English by Bette Midler), "Ballade vom ertrunkenen Madchen" ("Song of the Drowing Girl"), and "Casars Tod" (Death of Caesar.) All 21 songs are great, these are just a few personel favorites. This CD will have immense appear to people who love theatre, dark musicals, German cabaret, the German language, history, etc. I can't recommend this CD enough! Lotte Lenya Sings Kurt Weill / Levine, Lenya, Armstrong, Gilford, et al The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lotte Lenya Sings Kurt Weill / Levine, Lenya, Armstrong, Gilford, et al; Brand: Lotte Lenya; Review: Back in dark days of the Age of the LP & Before The Flood, one of my most cherished LP was a two album collection simply titled LOTTE LENYA. It contained a smashing collection of the singer's selections from the pre-World War Two days in Germany, to later work in the United States theatre scene. It was really wonderful & contained great translations of all the German songs in a commemorative insert. Alas, the album was washed away in the Flood. I made attempts to relocate a replacement, but the original seemed to have completely vanished. Then, wonder of wonders, Amazon was born & I thought I had discovered a CD version--with the original cover photo of the Star--but it contents was nothing like the LP. As a matter of fact it was very disappointing. Ah, shucks... But then I started looking at other CD's a made a miraculous discovery: all the tunes & their original line-up were found on a compilation of 2 available CDs: LOTTE LENYA SINGS KURT WEIL SINGS KURT WEIL'S THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS & BERLIN THEATRE SONGS, and LOTTE LENYA SINGS KURT WEIL & AMERICAN THEATRE SONGS. The only real difference between the CD's and the original LP was that they included other numbers (including the fantastic number What Would You Do? from Cabaret) and no translation material--but I'm sure it can be located somewhere on the web. Nonetheless, I felt like I got my baby back--well, something like that anyway. This CD, LOTTE LENYA SINGS KURT WEIL & AMERICAN THEATRE SONGS, pretty much covers her American Theatre career. Selections 1-12 were on the original LP in that same order. It should be mentioned that many critics agree that Kurt Weill's work really suffered in the American theatre environment. Without the influence of Bertolt Brecht and the playwright's concept of Epic Theatre, Weill had to compromise & satisfy American artistic commercialism. So some of these songs aren't so hot--but the added German numbers compensate & the fact that they represent the legacy of the legendary Lotte Lenya, I still thinks this CD deserves 5 Stars. Here's a few highlights: "September Song" is a great American standard & Lenya's interpretation is still the best. "Trouble Man" is a vocally demanding composition. You can actually hear the singer gasping for breath--and this only heightens the dramatic delivery of the song. It's wonderful. "What Would You Do?" from Cabaret is effectively performed. It's a compassionate song about an elderly woman who, when confronted by a young idealist asking how she can just sit back when an evil regime begins to dominate society--admits to being afraid, but too old to do anything about it. It has a timely message. As I previously stated, this CD is not exactly on a par with the all-German lanquage "SEVEN DEADLY SINS." There are historic & sociological reasons for that. This CD will have immense appear to people who love theatre, dark musicals, German cabaret, the German language, history, etc. I can't recommend this CD enough! Lotte Lenya sings Kurt Weill's The Seven Deadly Sins; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carnival Of Lost Souls; Brand: Nox Arcana; Review: This was my first time to explore this "spooky" genre in music, as well as the first exposure to Nox Arcana--and, my, what a darkly seductive experience it was. I'm not quite sure what I expected. Something "Gothic" for sure--but would it be art? It WAS art, art-full, deeply mesmerizing & very entertaining. AND "Carnival" is technically brilliant. One of the things I missed when CDs replaced LPs was the creativity that went into the record jackets. Most pop CDs these days offer very little for the eye--but this is not the case in Carnival of Lost Souls. A beautiful little booklet is enclosed loaded with wonderful drawings & other illustrations, as well as a Goth libretto of sorts & many other strange & curious & wonder-full things. Obviously Nox Arcana knows how to make the Dark Side fun. I definitely want more... ****************************** Dagon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best Of The Doors; Brand: The Doors; Review: THE 2-CD BEST OF THE DOORS has it all: the best remastering, the best songs, the best program lineup--and, best of all, Jim Morrison's voice & persona comes through strong, seductive & clear. It just couldn't be better. Experience Hendrix: The Best of Jimi Hendrix Electric Ladyland; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Down the Old Plank Road: The Nashville Sessions; Brand: The Chieftains; Review: The Chieftains..BLUE GRASS? Yep, shure 'nough is, y'all. Well, sorta... When people hear "Chieftains" they're thinking Irish, Gaelic..but BLUE GRASS? Actually it's not a stretch at all considering that Irish folk music played a major role in the creation of American folk music, Blue Grass (Tenessee, Kentucky)--and via Blue Grass to Country & Western. Of course other ethnic flavors are involved including Scottish & colonial British, French, Spanish & African (Gospel, Blues, Jazz.) To offer a comparison, the soundtrack of "O, Brother, Where Art Thou?" gives a pretty good sampler of Blue Grass, & this CD does the same--but with more songs, more A-List US artists (John Hiatt, Bela Fleck, Earl Scruggs, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Lyle Lovetti, Paty Griffin & other greats) resulting in this more artistically cohesive CD. So where are the Chiefains you might ask? Well, it's true they are more in the studio background than the forefront, but once you realize how effective that the background is, you can enjoy the final result. The CD features the original musical treatment of such standards as Don't Let Your Deal Go Down, Whole Heaps of Little Horses, Tennesse Stud, and Katie Dear [A variant of Silver Dagger] Long Black Veil Water From the Well Tears Of Stone Northern Journey Four Strong Winds Early Morning Rain O Brother, Where Art Thou? The First 10 Years Joan Baez In Concert Basket of Light; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: el-Hadra the Mystik Dance; Brand: Klaus Wiese; Review: This CD is a single, freely flowing instrumental composition that succeeds perfectly in aligning the breath & heartbeat in active meditation. Its' rhythms are gentle, yet pulsating--and definitely entrancing. For people who really want more conventional pop/"New Age" selections that are made up of a number of short (less than 10 min.) tunes, this CD would probably not be of that much interest. However, for people seriously looking for mature meditation music--by all means try el-Hadra. I don't want to upset anybody or bend any "Review Rules," but this CD is really incredible to make unhurried (Tantric) love by. Tantra of Sound Harmonizer Tantra Lounge, Vol. 4 Tantra Zone - Shamanic Drumming & Ambient Space Music Tantra; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Famous Blue Raincoat; Brand: Jennifer Warnes; Review: I like Leonard Cohen, I like Jennifer Warnes...I even like the CD, but it's definitely got problems. This particular CD was manufactured in Germany, and its poor quality really surprised me. I like playing music a little loud, but to get just a middle line volume (like 50% on most CD's) I had to turn the volume on the player to 100% just to get the mid range on this CD. That was not good. I was familar with the material on the CD because I had a cassette version from when "Raincoat" was first released in the late 80's. I remember it got lukewarm reviews at the time. "An artistic success, but commercial failure" was the general tone. Being a dedicated Cohen fan from way back, I thought the reviewers must be crazy. Having matured a bit since then, I now understand what they were talking about. Leonard Cohen is an interesting, extraordinary artist (it's recently been said that Phil Spectre held a loaded gun to his head during a studio session saying, "I love you, man" to which Cohen replied, "I hope so.") Anyway, Cohen is the most successful "sensitive" male singer (I'm using "sensitive" interchangeably with "spiritual" these days) & writer in the contemporary cut throat commercial scene. He is uncompromising & often swims against the social current. On one recent song he states "I'm neither left or right," but there is certainly a conservative element in his work that I personally have found just a little bit irksome--but on the other hand, Cohen's sexually propelled religious imagery really touch a chord of beauty in the heart. Another element I can relate to is that LC's lyrics don't shy away from brutal self-revelation. Cohen never tries to gloss over the many inequalites & unfairness of life. His themes are always adult in nature & delivery. However, there is a downside too. Cohen has a tendency to go overboard with social critique & ego-centric bitterness. These are not qualities particulary useful in the pop scene, particularly not in today's resurging political conformity. Despite these observations, Leonard Cohen has consistently worked to forge his success & his songs regularly play on the air. If not exactly a "super star," he is just a breath away. Judy Collins brought both herself and Cohen into the pop mainstream with her beautiful rendition of "Suzanne." From then on Collins' star rose & she often performed her friend's work. In contrast to Collin's light & delicate voice, Cohen has a deep & mournful sounding voice that only accentuates the darkness of his own material. Although Cohen's LP's weren't consistently popular, his music was popularized many other artists, such as Jennifer Warnes. This CD contains some of Cohen's most lovely songs: "Famous Blue Raincoat," "Song of Bernadette," and "Joan of Arc." Unfortunately these great tunes are sandwiched between more self-pitying sounding songs such as "Came So Far for Beauty" and "The Singer Must die." Jennifer Warnes has a great voice, but it doesn't convey the light, airy quality of Judy Collins. Collins can sing morose material; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sunfighter; Brand: Paul Kantner; Review: Grace Slick is one of my all-time favorite acid rock songwriter/singer and Jefferson Airplane my favorite acid rock band--and SUNFIGHTER is the ultimate collboration of Grace Slick and Paul Kantner. The lyrics and music form an integrated whole, a musical creation of beauty, depth and power. SUNFIGHTER expresses perfectly what I call the "Epic" approach to music and lyrics, a hallmark of Slick & Kantner. The term "Epic" in reference to art was first applied by renegade Marxist playwright Bertolt Brecht. He meant it to illustrate his approach to characterization in his plays (Three Penny Opera, etc.) In the Epic sense the characters are interpreted as representing social forces, rather than individuals. Kantner & Slick are no way Marxists & their politics as expressed musically seem more opportunistic than radical. However, the lyrics in Sunfighter cross over the strictly personal to express a unique cosmic/environmental perspective. While casting a side ways glance back at the conciousness expansion of the 60's, it is looking to the present and to the future. This expansive social (and surprisingly positive view) as presented in SUNFIGHTER is a timeless lyrical vision that really soars. Surrealistic Pillow The Worst of Jefferson Airplane Blonde on Blonde Two Classic Albums from HP Lovecraft: H.P. Lovecraft/ H.P. Lovecraft II Transylvania Necronomicon The Very Best of the Grateful Dead; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Still the Same...Great Rock Classics Of Our Time; Brand: Rod Stewart; Review: Gosh darn, I was really looking forward to this CD, glad to see that the singer was getting back to roots & away from the total blah of the previous Frank Sinatra style disaster. However, I should have inspected the traks more carefully before ordering this CD. Anyway, I listened to it once & probably won't again. It's not a total waste, but geeze it's dull.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nights From The Alhambra D; Brand: Loreena McKennitt; Review: Loreena McKennitt and Sarah Brightman are my personal favorite diva, goddess & genius. Each in her own way hold the key to popular success without having to compromise the essence of their art. Also, both artists produce riveting filmed concerts--granted, in very different styles. Brightman is highly theatrical with impressive technical--almost athletic--effects; Loreena Mckennitt's performance is contemplative, yet not at all introverted. In the Alhambra Concert DVD McKennitt wears little or no make-up. Her strawberry blonde hair flows like a halo, her face is luminous. Loreena singing & playing her Irish harp is a lovely sight indeed. Amazingly, this fantastic concert DVD is thrown in as a bonus gift (this is true of all McKennitt CD's.)The songs selected just happen to be all my personal favorites, including The Lady of Shalott (Tennyson) and McKennitt's own The Old Ways. Other stunners are The Mystic Dream & the daemonic themed Stolen Child. But this is not a "best of best" CD. All the old favorites are given completely new composition & interpretation by artists of the highest calibre. They deliver inspired work of their own because they have been obviously inspired by McKennitt--and this is just one sign of that "genius" factor alluded to above. This particular concert features an appropriately, heightened Middle East flavour--spiced up with with a little improvisational-like jazz. The opening tune The Mystic Dream with its jazzy, sexy saxaphone opening. All the accompanying musicians are outstanding, working as equal participants in an ensemble elegance. It is wonderful to hear these songs with new interpretations--it is even more inspiring to watch the actual performance. I would gladly pay this amount for any Loreena McKennitt production. This beautifully done package with 2 CDs & 1 DVD is an exceptional value. So impressed, I had to invent my own 6 Star Rating! The Book of Secrets The Mask and Mirror The Visit Elemental Eden (US Release - 16 tracks); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mozart: Requiem; Brand: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; Review: Many, many aeons ago I participated in the chorus of a University production of Mozart's REQUIEM. One of my friends (who was in the audience) said to me after the performance, "I've never seen you look so happy." I was...and who wouldn't be? Participating in a classical chorus always creates an immediate sense of community--even if limited to the run of the show. Participating in a Mozart work--and particularly his REQUIEM--rates as a very special experience. Not surprisingly I purchased several REQUIUEM recordings over the years since that joyful experience, no doubt in an understandable attempt to keep the happy memory alive. All of the recordings have been good, but this New Completion by Robert Levine has got to be as good as it can possibly get--short of going back in time to hear an original performance--and by that I mean, a performance conducted by the great composer himself. This is also an excellent Mozart "primer" work for the "uninitiated". It is a rousing, dynamic, exuberant, divinely inspired human creation--and showcases the musical genius at his most accessible best--all on a single CD at a realy great price. Mozart: Die Zauberflote; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: An Ancient Muse; Brand: Loreena McKennitt; Review: In this very humble devotee's opinion, Loreena McKennitt could sing "99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall" and it would sound as if inspired by a great poet of yore, sung by the priestess of a mystic goddess. Needless to say, all of her CDs receive my highest rating. The only difference between them in my estimation is that one or the other my have certain all time favorite songs or poems--and ALL of them feature a lot of those. McKennitt continues her exploration of Middle Eastern musical phrasing, so wonderful & prominent in NIGHTS FROM THE ALLHAMBRA. Another element that really shines out in this CD is the superlative quality of the accompanying instrumental composition & musicians. "Kecharitomene" is a powerful non-vocal composition & performance. It's really great to hear the hurdy gurdy played on many of the pieces. I can't single out any performer because they all sounded wonderful. Also, there were some instruments I wasn't familiar with--and synthesizing made identification difficult at some points. The lead instrument in the "Caravanserai" selection sounded like a violin. was SO GOOD. In fact, it reflected a very pleasant overall romantic feel to this CD. "Caravanserai" bestows "the gift of tears" (at least for me) and beckons like a ray of light in this very sad world. This lovely song can be heard as a musical prologue to the next song The English Ladye and The Knights, with its Palestrina like choral intro and conclusion. "Kecharitomene" is a powerful non-vocal composition & incredible performance. Nights from the Alhambra - (Jewel 2 CD + DVD) The Book of Secrets The Mask and Mirror The Visit Elemental Parallel Dreams; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Celtic Tale; Brand: Mychael Danna; Review: A CELTIC TALE The Legend of Deirdre is an outstanding contemporary celtic-based symphony. Based on the original Gaelic story adapted by John Stuart Dick, the music is composed and performed by Mychael Danna and Jeff Dana and a brilliant ensemble of musicians. The name Deirdre means "Woman of Sorrow" and refers to a traditional noble lady caught between war and civil strife. The CD includes the complete story in an attractive booklet. This is "serious" music, but it also provides "easy listening" and a very plesant experience for people who like the Celtic sound and romantic imagery. CELTIC TALE is a cohesive creation. The synthesized sound of "The Druid" is appropriately "spooky" and mysterious. The beautiful "Lament" equisitely sung by Krysia Kocjan pushed my rating right over the top. Celtic Twilight Dreamcatcher Songs from a Secret Garden Celtic Thunder Paint the Sky with Stars: The Best of Enya; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Classic Bluegrass From Smithsonian Folkways; Brand: VARIOUS ARTISTS; Review: CLASSIC BLUEGRASS was produced as part of the Smithsonian Institute's Folkways series, dedicated to preserving the best of the American folk music tradition. These recordings occurred at various times & under various conditions--and the professional quality of all are deserving of the Smithsonian's impeccable standards. In fact, all the tunes could have been recored at a top studio in Nashville just yesterday. Bluegrass emerged as a fusion of western European folk music traditions, and in turn formed the source of Country & Western, and merged with Gospel & Cajun as well. The highlights of the Bluegrass style feature hard driving guitar & banjo picking; precision vocal harmony & compositions that more often than not are based on Christian themes. Fortunately even the religious songs are so upbeat & jesty that they don't really sound "religious" at all. All the bluegrass greats are included in this CD: Hazel Dickens, Bill Monroe, 2002 Grammy winners Harley Allen & Ralph Stanely, The Nashville Grass & many more. My personal favorite is Wayfaring Stranger performed by Cullen Gaylean & The Virginia Mountain Boys. Anyone who enjoys ethnic/folk music should find CLASSIC BLUEGRASS to be a real treat. O Brother, Where Art Thou? A Hundred Miles or More: A Collection Honoring the Fathers of Bluegrass: Tribute to 1946 & 1947 Wide Open Spaces Blues de Musicien Zydeco's Greatest Hits How Great Thou Art: Gospel Favorites Live from the Grand Ole Opry; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Black Madonna; Brand: Michael Posch; Review: Just the title of this CD, THE BLACK MADONNA Pilgrim Songs from the Monastery of Montserrat (1400-1420) is timely, given the current interest in Gnostic scriptures, Mary Magdalene, the Cathars and the Knights Templar. The image of Montserrat's particular Black Madonna is believed by some to be a hidden representation of Mary Magdalene, who is supposed to have fled to (what we now call) France, where she bore the child of her husband/lover Jesus. A few people (myself included) have formulated a connection between the ancient Egyptian Mother Goddess Isis, the Gnostic Sophia, the Christian Virgin Mary, and (also Gnostic) Mary Magdalene. According to the Isis theory, the esoteric color of The Goddess was black because it represented the mystical mound (pyramid) of Egypt and the spiritual center of the world. The metaphysical connection between Isis and the Virgin Mary (in her form as The Holy Mother) has been commented upon at great length and detail by many people. Altered Images: Was an Egyptian Goddess Transformed into the Virgin Mary The Thousand Faces of the Virgin Mary (Zacchaeus Studies: Theology) Isis Mary Sophia: Her Mission and Ours Signs On The Earth: Deciphering The Message Of Virgin Mary Apparitions, UFO Encounters, and Crop Circles The CD includes an informative booklet that mentions the fact that the Monastery was built over what used to be a Temple of Venus. Venus is a form of Isis in her role as Hathor, goddess of love, music & dancing. There is also a connection to Mary Magdalene, the alleged prostitute--and temple prostitution was a common practice during the Pagan era. It's interesting that music & dancing continued to be associated with this historically rich site. Incubation Or The Cure Of Disease In Pagan Temples And Christian Churches King Solomon's Temple and Christianity This music on this CD is wonderful, performed by the equally wonderful Ensemble Unicorn. I've just become musically acquianted with this company and have obviously become an enthusiastic fan. The booklet informs us that these and other sacred & quasi-religious songs were collected by King Alfonso X el Sabio in the hybrid language Galego, a fusion of Galician and Portuquese. The monarch included some of his own tunes as well. This 12 selection CD is a sampler of about the 400 various sings & dances collected--and never fear, the booklet translates the songs. For people familiar with the CARMINA BURANA by Carl Orf, the subject and overall sound of the music are very similiar. As a matter of fact, Ensemble Unicorn has their own version of CARMINA BURANA that I prefer over Orf's work. To be fair, it makes a big difference who directs & performs Orf's BURANA. It is open to a wide range of interpretation. Carl Orff: Carmina Burana Orff: Carmina Burana / McNair, Aler, Hagegard; Slatkin Carmina Burana This BLACK MADONNA is a masterpiece performed by masters of the genre. In the opening and other sections, the music is so accessible that it has a "New Age" or very contemporary feel. The songs are joyous celebrations of The Holy Mother & the; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Songs of Love & Hate; Brand: Leonard Cohen; Review: This is a definitive collection of Leonard Cohens early songs. Remastered in 1995, a few of the songs are recorded live, but most are studio recordings. The CD contains the beautiful & classic FAMOUS BLUE RAINCOAT and JOAN OF ARK. There is DRESS REHEARSAL RAG, a brutally frank portrait of a junkie at the end of the line. AVALANCHE and LAST YEAR'S are fantastic samples of the poet's unique style contrasting the spiritual and the physical, the daemonic & the divine. DIAMONDS IN THE MINE is a live song and it's a pity that the women's vocals aren't emphasized more because they sound very, very good. Sometimes on this particular song Cohen's singing becomes almost self-parody. It's the only song I didn't care much for--but 1 out of 8 isn't bad at all, particularly considering the value of the CD as a whole. FYI: Since first writing this review I see that the CD is no longer available directly from Amazon. However, other sources are listed & you can usually trust this option, particularly from sellers with a 100% customer approval rating. While using this option does not qualify for an Amazon shipping discount, Amazon still guarantees that you will receive what you ordered--providing you order from this website. I have taken advantage of this option for 4 or 5 CDs & have been totally satisfied with the product, and actually received my order sooner than expected. Songs of Leonard Cohen More Best of Leonard Cohen The Best of Leonard Cohen Leonard Cohen - Greatest Hits; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greatest Hits of the Kali Yuga; Brand: Krishna Das; Review: [NOTE 09/09: Since originally writing this review, I've had time to listen to the CD a LOT more--and every time I just get more messmerized & impressed by it. I loved "Breath of the Heart" so much, that I must have allowed it to cloud my full appreciation of this lovely CD. I can't add the 5th Star because once set, you can't update it. So just imagine it's there.] The best spin on the Hindu spiritual concept of Kali Yuga is that it represents the current Era (Aeon) of Completion. The mantra (songs) on this CD are all about the joy of devotion & the healing power of spiritual love. My (other) favorite Krishna Das CD is Breath of the Heart, and several mantra from that CD are collected here. For example, selection #3, Ma Durga is the same version of the mantra from Breath of The Heart. The solo vocal intro is a fine example of bhakti yoga as well as kirtan of Hinduism, the devotional love of Kali--the female counterpart of Shiva--even in her most fearsome form. The vocal back-up, Kosmic Kirtan Posse, are wonderful & add to the spontaneous, joyful feel of the music. I must admit, I usually don't care much for grafting Christian lyrics like "Saving Grace" onto mantra as done on mantra 7 Shari Guru Charanam--but for this selection I make a huge exception. It is so great to sing along, so purifying. Mantra 8 Devi Puja with its violin, cello & western fusion raises the listener to a higher realm, a deep connection with the heart & mind; the perfect preparation for what I believe is the most gorgeous mantra I've ever heard: Mantra 9 Mere Guru Dev is absolutely beautiful & connects with the highest vibration of the heart. The melody reminded me of Leonard Cohen's equisite Alexandra Leaving from The Essential Cohen. I see #8 & #9 as 2 parts of a whole. The CD also includes a feature length DVD ONE LIFE AT A TIME. I have not seen it yet & it doesn't factor into this review. Breath of the Heart Chants Of India: Ravi Shankar; George Harrison Bridges: Best of Private Music Recordings Gayatri Mantra: Hymn to the Spirit Within the Fire Essential Leonard Cohen; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tears Of Stone; Brand: The Chieftains; Review: Leading Female Singers from around the world joined in this Celtic innovation from Gaelic Master Musicians--The Chieftains! The result is a lovely sample of song. It's difficult to simply comment on a few selections because I love them all. Bonnie Raitt gives a surprisingly different & striking performance of A Str Mo Chro. The sense of deep emotional loss in this song is very Gaelic--and it's very beautiful too. The Magdalene Laundries by Joni Mitchell is another surprise of sorts, with its bitter, angry religious themes concerning female sexuality & "unwanted" pregnancy. An excellent composition that may be partially autobiographical? [NOTE: 09/09 Since writing this review, I watched the film THE MAGDALENE SISTERS & everything fell into place & made sense. However, JM's song is not in that highly recommended film.] Jimmy M Mhle Str with The Ranklins is a real treat for us Gaelic lovers. In Factory Girl by Sinad O'Connor the singer reminds us once again of her great talent for delivering a raw, purist sound. Sake in The Jar is an Asian composition by singer Akiko Yano. The title is a word play on the traditional Irish tune Whiskey in The Jar. This song is a real treat. It's great the way the song subtley builds to an almost Dionysian crescendo. Natalie Merchant, another greatly talented musician offers an almost lighthearted rendition of the sad The Lowlands of Holland Dina Krall presents a very different vocal interpretation of Danny Boy--and it may be just be the best I've heard. Other notable contributions by Brenda Frickler & Anna (Never Give All the Heart); The Corrs (I know My Love); Mary Chapin Carpenter (Deserted Soldier); Loreena McKennitt (Ye Rambling Boys of Pleasure); Joan Osborne (Raglin Road); Sissel (Siil A Run) a great rendering of a very sad, always apt & traditional tune.; Eileen Rivers, Natalie Machmaster, Marie Breatnach & Annbjorg Lien (The Fiddling Ladies) you just can't help but clap & dance along. The Magdalene Sisters Ophelia Diamonds & Rust Dog Eat Dog I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got Fundamental Relish Essential Mary Chapin Carpenter Uprooted The Corrs - Best Of + 1 Japanese Girl Twilight: The Best of Akiko Yano Live; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pan's Labyrinth; Brand: Javier Navarrete; Review: [This review is part of my 31 Days of Halloween series.] When I first reviwed the movie version of Pan's Labyrinth, I suggested that it was an intrinsic part of the over all "feel" of the film to listen to the Spanish language (and, of course, read the subtitles if you didn't understand Spanish). I suggested that, as in ceremony of ritual magick, the vocal sound itself was an incantation, summoning powers the popular culture has pushed into the background & attempted its' best to hide. This CD confirms that impression. Even the titles of the selections sound more substanial in Spanish: Long, Long Time Ago (Hace mucho, mucho tiempo) Rose, Dragon (La rosa y el dragon) A Book of Blood (El libro de sangre) etc. This CD manifests on the symphonic level. It weaves a tale of mystery, myth, passion, blood & achievment of The Great Work. The Lullaby sings it all. Calling forth Pan--the forces of nature that in our ignorance we have rejected & oppressed. Calling forth Pan--the latent powers of nature to heal what we have done.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoodoo Man Blues; Brand: Junior Wells; Review: [This is review is part of my 31 days of Halloween series.] The only thing that really qualifies as Halloweeny about this CD is its name HOODOO MAN Blues. Hoodoo cross-cultures with Voodoo at certain points, but is a separate expression of Americana folk magic/ritual. It is very focused on "tying" or "binding." Unlike Voodoo, Hoodoo is not strictly speaking, Africa-based. Of coutse if JWcalled the CD Voodoo Man Blues it would have entirely a different connotation. Back to this CD: The production values & remastering are abolutely fantastic. It is part of the Delmark's Roots of Jazz series that includes other notable performers Curtis Jones, Edith Wilson, Little Walter,etc. Junior Wells has a great voice & plays a mean harmonica. He is accompanied by other first class musicians Budy Guy (Guitar), Jack Meyers (Bass) and Billy Warren. The original LP was all recorded in an amazing TWO DAYS in 1965. Today it would probably take at lrast 2 months. All the songs are upbeat, boogie-woogie & really kick a--. I'm sure this and other music had an influence on Bob Dylan's evolution from traditional (but always original)folk music to his reincarnation as a folk rock & something more musician--and who plays a mean harmonica too. Like Junior Wells, Dylan by necessity was a troubador too, always on the move. A harmonica travels light. Other Amazon reviewers know a lot more about the genre (R&B) than do I & their postings are well worth reading. At Newport Martin Scorsese Presents the Blues: Muddy Waters The London Howlin' Wolf Sessions Live in Cook County Jail Let's Roll The Skeleton Key (Widescreen Edition); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Glory Of Byzantium; Brand: Lycourgos Angelopoulos; Review: For about a year I have been looking to expand my Orthodox Church CD collection. I did find a few recordings on Amazon that were excellent--but unfortunately the performers were all-male choirs. I think female singers (along with males) represent a major difference with the Orthodox approach, in contrast to early Roman Catholic religious chant (i.e. Gregorian chant & male only choirs.) I have discussed this aspect the female element plays in the Orthodox Church elsewhere. The Orthodox Church calls Mary, the mother of Jesus,The Holy Mother of God. This is an official designation, elevating her to a level closer to Divinity than the Catholic "Blessed Virgin Mary." This wonderful CD opens with a male/female choir performing "Hail, Mary." It's depth of rich tonality is a good introduction to the lovely tapestry of sound & feeling to follow. 2 selections later an all-female choir sings yet another interpretation of "Hail, Mary" that is shorter in duration, but exquisite. In fact, the GLORY OF BYZANTIUM is exquisite in every detail. Each selection represents top of the line production value, as well as a pleasing variety of chant & singers. The art work is absolutely beautiful too. This is one CD of several in the BYZANTIUM series--and you can believe I plan to include them all in my collection. Orthodox Chants from Russia Russian Chant for Vespers The Orthodox Collection Lay Aside All Earthly Cares: Orthodox Choral Works in English Hymns to the Mother of God at the Moleben; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin Queen; Brand: Martin Phipps; Review: The first time I viewed the film, I was struck by the music, particularly the opening theme. I thought the vocals were sung by a children's chorus & also thought that was kind of interesting, particularly since royal children--or the lack of them--is such a strong theme in the story of Henry VIII & his successors. As to the "children's chorus"--they turned out to be a group called "Medieval Babes." That's right, and they are superlative. Now that I registered who they are, I've noticed they appear on other CDs as well--and I will be listening to more of their sweet voices in the future. Suffice to say this women's chorus (and judging by enclosed informational material & photos they are knockouts to the eye) is a central element in the overall success of the musical score. There are also other soloists & groups including Dessislava Stefanova, Katherine Blake, and "The London Bulgarian Choir." All excellent. This wonderful soundtrack can stand alone as a perfect example of Tudor-Renaissance-Contemporary fusion. The music is a sheer pleasure. For listeners who've seen the film, the experience will be that much more pleasant. [Unfortunately the manufacturer has discontinued the CD. Fortunately, it can be obtained from the Cdzone via Amazon UK for around $32. Act now before the price goes up (and it will) or copies run out. Masterpiece Theatre: Elizabeth I - The Virgin Queen; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Putumayo Presents Greece: A Musical Odyssey; Brand: PUTUMAYO PRESENTS; Review: This from the included insert of GREECE A Musical Odyssey: "Greece has long been a crossroads for sailors, warriors, traders and travelers of diverse origins. Greek music reflects cultural exchanges that have occurred for millenia...Traditional music is highly prized in Greece, and even the most westernized pop stars are obliged to include at least one song with a folkloric flavor on their albums." Sounds good to me. If you like contemporary adult, popular Greek music, this is a CD for you. It's a great collection that alternates female solo vocal odyssey with male solo, a "Zorba the Greek" like instrumental or two & choral vocale. The music is sophisticated, sexy--and fun & very danceable. The deliveries tend to be light, but in many songs there is a hint of deeper emotion as well. I love this CD. It's like being transported to your own, private taverna! Incidentally, the boolet insert is very interesting & educational too. Zorba the Greek Phaedra The Very Best of Mikis Theodorakis Mondo Greece; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: English Renaissance Music; Brand: William Byrd; Review: Even today there are some really good deals out there and this CD is one of them. It delivers the technique of a highly acclaimed & proficient musical group (Canadian Brass)performing an excellent selection of stellar Renaissance composers: Holborne, Gibbons, Byrd, Holmes, etc. The music is powerful, stately & elegant. I know that people might have a tendency to see the great price for this CD and assume it's probably not so hot...Wrong! This infusion of historic grandeur from our past is way more valuable than the cost of the CD. Best of the Canadian Brass The Essential Canadian Brass Canadian Brass: Legends The Canadian Brass Plays the Pachelbel Canon - Great Baroque Music; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whales & Nightingales; Brand: Judy Collins; Review: I was in the process of posting a link to this CD in way of illustrating the poem "Prothalamium" (and a gorgeous song on WHALES & NIGHTINGALES.) I was bowled over by the pricing. The CD is a Judy Collins essential (actually, I think all of her albums are essential)and under normal circumstances would have given it 4 stars. The audio quality is just a little weaker than her other albums. When I saw the new prices I gave it 5 stars because now that it's been discontuned, the CD is as valuable as gold. This whole rush of discontinuing & escalating prices is terrible. It's happening in all genre. Other music lovers may want to purchase what they can of the musical past. It's becoming discontiuned & unaffordable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Celtic Twilight, Vol. 1; Brand: Celtic Twilight (Series); Review: CELTIC TWILIGHT is the first in a series of Celtic-inspired CDs featuring various musicians. CELTIC TWILIGHT features Mychael Danna, Loreena Mckennitt, John Doan, Steve McDonald & other great artists. The CD is so seamlessly integrated in terms of sound & theme that it could well be a single composition. I like it so much that I intend to listen to other CDs in the collection. If you like Celtic music (about 90% purely instrumental), I bet you will enjoy CELTIC TWILIGHT too. Celtic Twilight 2 Celtic Twilight 3: Lullabies Celtic Twilight 4: Celtic Planet Celtic Twilight 7: Sacred Spirit; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Rooms: Celebrating the Songs of Elton John & Bernie Taupin; Brand: Various Artists; Review: The idea for 2 ROOMS sounded great; different artists fronting various Elton songs--and it is OK, but not all of them together. The CD didn't have the artistic unity feel like CITY OF ANGELS, for example. This is a personal thing, I know, but I wasn't all that crazy about some of the tunes to begin with, and what a drag having to skip around for the ones I do like ("Sacrifice, etc."). Yes, I know MP3, but I'm from the LP/CD, I gotta-hold-it-in-my-hand Generation. Nonetheless, all the songs are well produced and would probably rate 5 Stars from people who really dig all or almost all of the original versions.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bread & Roses; Brand: Judy Collins; Review: I've been looking for BREAD & ROSES for a very long time. Yay! It's here! One of the reviewers wrote that the selections were good even if one was political. Well that "political song" Plegria A Un Labrador / Prayer To A Worker is beautiful & one of my favorites. I guess Bread & Roses could be considered "political" as well. A healthy democracy requires its' citizens TO BE (non-violently) POLITICAL. Anyway, there are plenty of other great songs on BREAD & ROSES. There's a lovely version Take This Longing by Leonard Cohen; Elton John's Come Down In Time; Spanish Is The Loving Tongue; well, you can read the line-up. I just want to close by noting the final song King David is the lovely sort of "art song" dear to the singer's heart & her rendition reflects this. It's gorgeously sublime. If you like Judy Collins even half as much as I do, you can't go wrong with BREAD & ROSES. In my opinion it's one of her very best--and that's a great recommendation. PS. The tremendous increase of products & various versions of the same product (a wonderful thing) on Amazon is leading to confusion about which version you happen to be commenting on. A reviewer may inadvertantly be giving a rave review to an inferior version of the same product. Amazon somewhat addressed the problem with the new purchase option, but your review is still going to show up on all versions of the same product line up as a search result. THIS REVIEW IS FOR THE CD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Candles in the Rain / Leftover Wine; Brand: Melanie; Review: Just a few months ago I was whinning about the disappearance of certain films (MEDEA, PHAEDRA) and music--specifcally Melanie's. I attributed this sad situation to corporate greed (if the items lost their mass appeal, screw 'em.) Now I'm sitting here listening to Melanie's CANDLES IN THE RAIN album & LEFTOVER WINE in a single, 2-CD format! Maybe somebody really is listening? Of course, the fact that Melanie still has legions of adoring fans might also have something to do with it. One reviewer expressed concern that the younger generation might not "get it." Melanie had/has? a very individualistic, intimate delivery & persona, so maybe they won't. She doesn't show her breats or wear tons of make-up or shake her butt around. Her music experesses CARING...maybe for the new kids that's corny. Well, for one, I think she's great & I LOVE her music. I don't remember LEFT OVER WINE as a live concert, but it is, and that's fine. You get a little bit of a more intimate impression of the singer. CANDLES IN THE RAIN is remastered & I think some of the accompaning music is brought a little foreward which I like. It's a bit more of a "wall of sound" than I remember. Now, maybe if somebody IS listening, please, please, please copy Melanie's STONEGROUND WORDS into CD format. Her MAYBE I WAS is a fantastic song. Because our Castle is located in the remote vastness of Northern California mountains, even with satelite we can't download music or videos. Have a heart! MELANIE, WE LOVE YOU!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Darkness Into Light; Brand: Anonymous 4; Review: I'm not a trained music critic, I'm one of those "but I know what I like" people. Well, that's usually OK when describing popular music, but I feel like a trespasser when in the calssical realm. Nonetheless, I'll try. I first listed to Darkness into Light during a particularly sad time in my life--separations, partings & even death. A lot of sorrow. I was listening to the music, feeling it was really strange & very quietly wonderful--yet glad that it left room to think, or just be whatever was happening. Near the end of the program I realized that tears were slowly streaming down my face... So, OK, I'm a wimp. I lock up emotion like a vault, and sometimes only music like this can open the door. I struggled to find an adequate descrption for this musical "event." "Sublime?" It was much more than that. I started to open the booklet that comes with the CD. The composer John Tavener stated it perfectly when he wrote of the premier work The Bridegroom (2000): "...the music should be almost unbearable in its ecstatic light, its endless melodic arc, its intense compunction. The quartet of strings represents Christ the Bridegroom, and the female voices the people in the world, full of that longing which is a kind of Divine eros." This music is like dew on a cobweb, fragile & disappearing into dawn. NOTE: Make sure you listen to samples before you buy. Even for people who like Western sacred music, including Gregorian Chant (which DARKNESS INTO LIGHT definitely is not), may not relate to this intense (modern) religious form of classical music. It's about as subjective as you can get & people have different tastes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Book / Gather Me; Brand: Melanie; Review: If anything, THE GOOD BOOK/GATHER ME is even more wondrous than CANDLES IN THE RAIN/LEFTOVER WINE. The sound quality is terrific, Melanie's voice is strong, the songs are focused, I don't think there's anything but fantastic listening. I really can't pick out one song that isn't enjoyable. Sometimes it's kind of startling when the signer goes from her sort of little girl thing & breaks out with that really STRONG & glorious voice. Melanie fans know what I mean. I say give this collection to a young person who may be open to to letting a little Melanie into their life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hello Stranger: Best of; Brand: Barbara Lewis; Review: While looking for a copy of the song "I'M BLUE (The Gong Song)" by The Ikettes, a whole new musical genre opened up for me--that being, 50's to 60's Rhythm & Blues. By the 60's I was mainly into Acid/Folk Rock. I liked the Motown sound a lot, particularly the "Girl Bands" as well as individual African-American singers. I've always liked traditional folk & early blues. The 60's era of music/cultural fusion went by pretty fast, and it wasn't until this new "Retro" journey that I've started to learn what R&B was about. On the back of this HELLO STRANGER CD Barbara Lewis writes: "This collection will stand up more than the other packages that have been done before." I know I really like it. Barbara Lewis wrote the first 5 songs in the collection. Could anybody sing "Hello Stranger" better? I don't think so. "Puppy Love" and "Think A Little Sugar" are dynamite. Later on Lewis sings "Baby I'm Yours" by Van McCoy which is, of course, a R&B classic. Again, it's hard to imagine anyone else delivering the song so well--and it was a huge hit. In fact, All the songs are great, very up-beat, wonderful backup by The Dells & excellent remastering. Lewis voice is very smooth, very much a unique artistic style. Listening to this CD you can hear how Barbara Lewis & her music influenced the newly emerging styles of the 60's. This is feel good music you can dance or enjoy working (like on a computer) to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Saucony Men's Cohesion 9 Running Shoe; Brand: Saucony; Review: Great running shoes for the price. Fit well and look pretty good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Balance KA680 Youth Running Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid); Brand: ; Review: Excellent shoes for kids with wide feet! I bought these for two of my sons, and they both have wide feet. They love these and find them very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chef Works Volnay Chef Coat; Brand: ; Review: Excellent, especially for the price! Fits well, good quality. A little thick, but not too bad. Love the short sleeves.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Men's Flex Advantage Sr; Brand: ; Review: Good work shoe for the price. Provides decent support for standing all day and have held up well so far.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ASICS Men's GEL-190 TR Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Shoe fit too small and too narrow. My husband has owned several pairs of Asics over the years and has always enjoyed them. I ordered the same size I always order for him, but they were too narrow and too small. We returned them.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ASICS Men's GEL-190 TR Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Shoe fit too small and too narrow. My husband has owned several pairs of Asics over the years and has always enjoyed them. I ordered the same size I always order for him, but they were too narrow and too small. We returned them.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Stephen Joseph Pop Up Umbrella; Brand: ; Review: This little umbrella is super cute, however, it broke the third time my son used it. One of the plastic "spokes" on the inside broke off... real bummer. My previous experiences with Stephen Joseph brand items have always been great, so maybe I just got a lemon...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saucony Men's Grid Caliber TR Trail Runner; Brand: Saucony; Review: Just the right amount of foot padding, making it a very comfortable walking/light hiking sneaker. My 6'4", 240 pound husband says it's a really great shoe for him and has just the right amount of support for his weight and height.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance KJ720 Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Good shoe that fits well. The size 3 wide is perfect for my 6 year olds wide feet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chef Works Kid's Chef Coat, White; Brand: ; Review: Great quality!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Mount Sheba A Forever Lodge; City: Pilgrim s Rest Mpumalanga; Review: Located 10km over the hills from Robbers Pass. A great place to explore the indigenous forest from - 11 hiking trails. Remnants left to see by hopeful gold miners from the 19th century. Spectacular views from Mount Sheba and the 10km route towards it. Road to lodge from Robbers Pass good for jogging - either engulfed by forests or breathtaking views. 2 restaurants, friendly staff and many other amenities - pool, sauna, 2 bars, put - put, squash, tennis and trout fishing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crystal Springs Mountain Lodge; City: Pilgrim s Rest Mpumalanga; Review: We stayed at the resort for 4 nights and had an amazing stay! The self catering chalet had a large patio with a braai overlooking the valley. From here we saw kudu and Wildebeest. We frequented the spa with its sauna and hot spring baths. It is amazing to ride on bicycle and come within close proximity to giraffe and zebra.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Filao Beach Zanzibar; City: Zanzibar Island Zanzibar Archipelago; Review: My wife and I stayed at Ngalawa for 7 nights on a full board basis (all meals included). Stone Town, Spice Tour and Safari Blue included. Clean room & balcony overlooking resort towards mangrove. Resort has its own pool. Good food. Well managed. All else not prepaid for quite expensive in South African terms.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royston Hall Guesthouse; City: Port Shepstone KwaZulu Natal; Review: My wife and I stayed at Royston Hall for three evenings. We had a splendid stay: friendly staff, knowledgeable owner, neat room and colourful breakfasts with a magnetic view. Royston Hall is located on a hill, in lush natural forest, next to a river.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stillpoint Country Manor; City: Chartwell Greater Johannesburg Gauteng; Review: This modern and stylish manor is located about 10 min from Lanseria and Fourways. Tucked away from traffic noise. Restaurant, bar and pool on premises. Caters for conferences and weddings. Very secure establishment - electric fencing, security guards on premises and linked with external security provider.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flamingo s Nest Guest House Conference Centre; City: Benoni Greater Johannesburg Gauteng; Review: Flamingo's Nest guest house is situated in a neighbourhood of plots, but still within close proximity to Johannesburg and Midrand. Laid back atmosphere, neat room, duck pond with a exotic variety of water birds and a view over the neighbourhood's pond.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hornbill Lodge; City: Magaliesburg Greater Johannesburg Gauteng; Review: We stayed at the resort for three nights on bed & breakfast basis. Our room had a double bed, on suite bathroom (bath/shower combination), aircon, coffee making facilities & satelite TV. No fridge. Neat room. Plenty of animals on property: staffies, Jack Russells, worshonde, pot belly pig and rabbit, Turkey, peacock and chickens in a cage. We enjoyed the animals. Close to: cradle of humankind, hartbeespoortdam & at least four micro/artisan breweries.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sani Valley Nature Lodges; City: Himeville Drakensberg Region KwaZulu Natal; Review: We stayed at Sani Valley Lodge for 2 nights. This lodge has an amazingly beautiful setting with views that left us in awe! 3 lakes on the property where you can fish, game roaming around freely (zebras, blesbok, rooihartbees, springbok & eland). We enjoyed a boat ride on the main lake, horse back safari and a trip up Sani Pass - all organised by the lodge. The receptionist, Silindile, was very helpful. We stayed in a very well equipped self catering cottage with a fire place and balcony overlooking the main lake.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cranford Country Lodge; City: Curry s Post Howick KwaZulu Natal; Review: We stayed at Cranford for two nights in a self catering cottage - The Dairy. The white roomy cottage was neatly decorated and had a fire place and kitchenette and free wifi. The staff prepared the room while we were away, so when we arrived after dark the lights were already on and everything in its place. The property was beautiful - lush green grass, roses & picturesque gardens, 3 trout dams & lots of horses. This is a great place when you need to break away for a while.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meadow Lane Country Cottages; City: Underberg KwaZulu Natal; Review: We had a 2 night self catering stay in the Hope cottage at Meadow Lane Country Cottages. When we arrived the rooms were clean. The kitchen has all the essentials: fridge, oven, stove, microwave and even a coffee plunger with grounded coffee on the house. We did some bass fishing and hiking at Drakensberg gardens which is about 2km away. There are about 5 different hiking trails. The Sani Spoons mtb trails passes this venue.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Montpellier De Tulbagh; City: Tulbagh Witzenberg Municipality Western Cape; Review: The winery is surrounded by mountains in the Tulbagh area and you drive through a "bluegum of honour" lane before arriving at the parking area. We arrived at Montpellier just before 17:00 and was surprised to find it still open for business. Immanuel invited us in and presented the wine tasting to us - a very welcoming and friendly waiter. Special Shiraz on offer! This was a memorable experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riviera Hotel Chalets; City: Velddrif Western Cape; Review: The food was descent, but the venue a bit run down and interesting characters were hanging around during our lunch. Castle available on draught. Located next to the Bergrivier. History of Laaiplek brought to light through descriptions below old photos.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 on Beach Guest House; City: Saldanha Saldanha Bay Municipality Western Cape; Review: We stayed at 12 on Beach for 2 nights in room 9 which has its own kitchen, on suite bathroom and a view of the Saldanha bay from the main bedroom. Room nine has been renovated recently. The room was neat and clean. We also received the garage parking which is located against room 9. Staff was very friendly. We understand that the army frequently rents rooms in the larger house.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meadow Lane Country Cottages; City: Underberg KwaZulu Natal; Review: Spent two nights here. Caught a few small bass in the pond situated on the property. Properly stocked self catering facilities - gas stove and oven, coffee plunger, fridge and braai facilities. Inside fire place - don't forget the marshmallows. En-route to Drakensberg gardens (hiking trails) & within an hour's drive from Sani Pass.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swartberg Country Manor; City: Oudtshoorn Western Cape; Review: We stayed at Swartberg Country Manor for two nights. Very clean non self catering cottage with a picturesque view of the Swartberg. Extremely good service. For those willing to pay the price the food is excellent. Good location from where you can explore the Swartberg pass, Cango caves and quaint klein karoo towns.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hildesheim Guest House; City: Wilderness Western Cape; Review: We stayed at Hildesheim for two nights on a non self catering basis. We were fortunate to have our room upgraded to the honeymoon suite with its jacuzzi. Tony (owner) was very helpful in providing information about surrounding attractions and we experienced him as professional in what he does. Hildesheim offers good views of the mountains to the North. What the guesthouse lacks in modern facilities is compensated for by warm and friendly service.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Karoo Pride En Route 62; City: Montagu Western Cape; Review: We stayed at Karoo Pride for 2 nights. They did put in effort to make our room look special on arrival by wrapping our towels into the forms of elephant heads. There was also chocolate muffins with a rosemary twig on top. What put us off was: Noisy ceiling fan, cockroach in bed and gardener staring into our room every time he walked by. Outside braai with complimentary wood was good.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Knock Out View Clarens; City: Clarens Free State; Review: We stayed in Mooigezicht studio for three nights. Excellent self catering accommodation - fridge, oven/grill, stove & small Weber braai. Centrally located with the "market square" to the north & awesome hiking route to the south. Good value for money. Friendly owners close by to assist if necessary.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pine Lake Resort; City: White River Mpumalanga; Review: We stayed at Pine Lake Resort for three nights over a weekend. It was a pleasant & luxurious self catering stay. The staff was welcoming, professional and friendly. Great outside braai facing Longmere dam. Had fun paddling & canoeing on the dam. Amazing gardens.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greenway Woods Resort; City: White River Mpumalanga; Review: We stayed over at Greenway Woods on a Monday night. The price for a standard room is quite high relative to what is on offer. Our room was in need of maintenance. No special views. A resort, with a pool, bar, conference facilities and accommodation.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Isango Gate Boutique Hotel and Spa; City: Summerstrand Port Elizabeth Eastern Cape; Review: We stayed at Isango Gate for two nights. Ideally situated for exploring the historic city and beach front. Professional service - boutique hotel with ten rooms, bar, dining area, gym, spa and pool. Neatly laid out inside and out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Redbourne Country Lodge; City: Plettenberg Bay Western Cape; Review: We stayed at Redbourne Country Lodge for 3 nights. Neat establishment. Friendly service. Delicious breakfasts. Mini bar in room. Set in a valley next to a golf course. About 4km from Beacon Isle beach.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Woodlands Cottages Backpackers; City: Kenton on Sea Greater Addo Eastern Cape; Review: Located a distance from the Boesmansrivier and RDP homes is Woodlands Country Cottages. Very interesting aquaphonics setup. Wooden cottage was decent. The shower was frustrating - gas water heater only heats water for about a minute at a time. Response we got makes it seems asif it has been an issue for a while. Setting is inside dense bush. Lovely clivias.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Villa Amor; City: Pretoria Gauteng; Review: We stayed at Villa Amor for two nights. Owners very knowledgeable about surrounding area and gives good advice on what places are worth while to visit. Quiet and relaxing visit in a beautiful setting. Gas geyser was leaking.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cpirit Country Haven; City: Dullstroom Mpumalanga; Review: We stayed at C'pirit for three nights over a weekend. Located about 8km on a dirt road outside Dullstroom, it offers serene views and tranquility. If you plan to fish - only fly fishing allowed. Self catering - stock up & bring your supplies with you (braai, microwave & stove). No Vodacom signal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Be Cosy Apart Hotel; City: Trou aux Biches; Review: We spent a week at Be Cosy in one of their self catering apartments (ground floor). Located across the road from the beach - snorkelling here allows you to see some of the remnants of coral & sea creatures. Kitchen only shorts a stove & outside braai/bbq area would have been great. The establishment has high end finishes galore - multiple infinity pools, beautiful garden, tap fittings, outdoor features, air conditioning, fans, you name it... High standard of service & staff always willing to help. We rented a vehicle through Maki car rental (1 week in advance online) & explored the island for most of the six days. Parking available at hotel. Only need parking ticket if you park in Port Louis city center. Tasty food (Roti & curries) on offer along the road wherever. Reasonably priced in South African terms. Some things less & some things more expensive (understandable some it is an island). Highlights of our visit: Black River Peak hiking route (highest peak in Mauritius - 828m vertical), Chamarel multi-coloured sands, SSR botanical garden & volcanic rock church on east coast. Be Cosy as our base, rental vehicle, Visa card & 3000 Rupees in cash was all we needed to enjoy an adventure filled holiday!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Camelroc Guest Farm; City: Fouriesburg Free State; Review: I visited Camelroc on a day trip after viewing their website in search of single track mountain biking offers - Camelroc blue route (30km @ 3.25hours) surpassed my expectations by far. Best single track I have ridden outside of official races. Tough climb & thereafter route curves along plato. Scenic views.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Berghaven Holiday Cottages; City: Winterton Drakensberg Region KwaZulu Natal; Review: We stayed at Berghaven for three weekday nights. Beautiful setting. Affordable. I just booked too early & missed R200 discount per evening - something to keep in mind when you are planning to visit in off season. Hiked the Cascades hiking route f4om Drakensberg Sun & visited Falcon Ridge from this location.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maguga Lodge; City: Piggs Peak Hhohho District; Review: We stayed at Maguga lodge for two nights over a weekend. Besides the noisy neighbours sharing the split rondawel with us, the stay was pleasant. The rondawels are not self catering. The lodge has Impalas on their premises and well kept gardens. A houseboat is available for rent for day trips and bass fishing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel El Greco; City: Puerto Varas Los Lagos Region; Review: Hi, I was going to spend 5 days in the hotel and I spent 2, although desk people were nice, I couldn't get any sleep, the walls are too thin, and it was noisy, then the rooms have not proper black-out curtains so you get the light. Breakfast not good in my opinion. I mean you go to a B&B in Buenos Aires and you get proper coffee, etcetera.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dream South Beach; City: Miami Beach Florida; Review: Hi, I had a great time at this Hotel, John from front desk is fantastic. I thanked him for making everything easy in our 7-day stay. Everybody is nice, the hotel is very pretty, rooftop terrace is great, you can watch basketball matches on the Tv, or relax on the lounge chairs, breakfast is beautiful. Rooms are very pretty and practical, I do recommend this hotel. The guys at the beach, Trey and Paola are attentive and happy. I am coming Back for sure!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aparthotel Tribunal; City: Madrid; Review: I have stayed here few times already because location-wise is great. It is just between Chueca and Malasaña, there are excellent shopping nearby, and also great nightlife. The only bad part of the place is that rooms are not isolated so if you have a loud neighbour, or on the weekends people arrive late and they could be noisy, so you won't be able to sleep properly. That's my only point. The rest is good. But it is cheap and the Staff are really nice!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shore Club South Beach Hotel; City: Miami Beach Florida; Review: It is my last day here, checking out in few hours, my stay has been fantastic. Room was overlooking ocean with a balcony plus chairs and table so you can sit outside, dine at the balcony. Bed and pillows are truly sensational. There is a coffee machine if you want to make a coffee every morning, which I have done! Staff are really nice and kind. There is this man Gene at the pool very kind. The pool parties are loads of fun, if you are into that, otherwise you can be at the beach. The beach is amazing just a brief walk overpassing the hotel pools. I recommend the food at the hotel, the fish was something! There is also a cool shop Scoop NYC if you want to do some shopping. The location is fantastic, 2 streets from Lincoln, and you have everything so closed. I definetely come back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Maritime Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: It is pretty, quiet, has amazing light, great breakfast, great beds, and nice rooms. I prefer top floors. The restaurant is nice, and you can have nice drinks too. I like the Maritime and the area where it is very much; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sardinero Madrid; City: Madrid; Review: Very cute hotel, and old refurbished building or palace, well done. Corner with Génova and Alonso Martínez. Interior rooms are quiet and comfie. Maybe wardrobe too small. Breakfast is amazing Top terrace very nice Bar nice too Attention is good although if you stay longer than 12 the reception will call.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Diego de Almagro San Pedro De Atacama; City: San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta Region; Review: It is okay to spend one night, pillows are dreadful, big and uncomfie, pool is okay no comfortable chairs though. The cost is high and it is no worth it. Chile has a huge problem about this charging for hotels that are just like hostels. Same in Bahía Inglesa. I did not choose it the company did. But I won't recommend it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Room Mate Oscar; City: Madrid; Review: Great location but even if you are client you cannot access the pool Without booking in advance. I found it really discomforting. Room overlooking the Plaza Vázquez de Mella very nice, clean and modern. Breakfast served til 12, nice! All okay apart from the pool thing...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fellah Hotel; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: I found this hotel and it's been a great discovery. It is a bit far from the center of Marrakech but it is worthy for the quiet. The music they play is absolutely amazing it needs to be mentioned for sure. My room was absolutely stunning, pool is big and great. Abderrahman, Lamia, Micky are fabulous, always smiling and helpful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Durrants Hotel; City: London England; Review: I loved this small hotel, rooms are quiet which for me is important. The hotel staff are very nice. Hotel is super old fashioned off Marylebone High Street. You can get to Oxford Street in like 8-10 m walk. Plenty of coffee shops and restaurants nearby. Breakfast is expensive if it is not included but you have 2 places within 2 minutes walk. I would go back when I visit London again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shore Club South Beach Hotel; City: Miami Beach Florida; Review: I upgraded to a room with Ocean view, as the best thing is to get up and see the sea. Room is comfortable, it has a coffee machine too. Bed is amazing. The pool has 2 areas, it also has a hot tub. Beach is my favourite, and overall hotel is fantastic.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Environmental Technology 00876 16-Ounce Fiber-Lok Non Skid Backing; Brand: Environmental Technology; Review: This stuff really works. Just brush it on and wait for it to dry clear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strokes Art Supplies Deluxe Art Set for Drawing and Painting (80-Piece); Brand: Strokes Art Supplies; Review: Bought for my god-child and she loved it. It has a little of everything for drawing and painting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adorox Black Velvet Necklace Pendant Chain Jewelry Bust Display Holder Stand (1, Black); Brand: Adorox; Review: Great for showing jewelry or just hanging for display.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Lite 100 by 110-Inch Traditional Loft Quilt Batting, Queen; Brand: Air Lite; Review: Just made a new quilt. Just the right size and easy to work with.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPhone X Defender Case & Belt Clip for Apple iPhone X (Holster Fits Otter box) - iPhone X; Brand: PEACOCK JEWELS; Review: Came in quick, works great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Arts_Crafts_and_Sewing |
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Title: Aonang Villa Resort; City: Ao Nang Krabi Town Krabi Province; Review: Having read many of the reviews, arrived with some worries, all to be unfounded. Great location, not too busy, yet not too quiet. Accomodation very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The only down side was the weather. We did not see much of the sun although it was still 80 degrees each day and we got a good colour. Breakfast choice was good from fruit and yogurt to freshly cooked omelettes or Thai breakfast. Numerous other places to eat within short walking distance any time of day (in the week we were there, a Burger King restaurant was built and there is already a Mac D) but try the Thai and Italian restaurants. Many Thai massage places at very good prices, an absolute must! If you have young children walk out of the hotel, turn to the left on the beach and walk as far as you can, about 5 minutes. Take some fruit with you and a troup of monkeys will come out of the trees and take the food from your hands. Keep hold of your belongings, cameras, bags etc otherwise the monkeys will take them! On Friday nights there is Thai boxing locally well worth a visit, tickets 800 baht and transport is provided free of charge, (ask at hotel reception and they will tell you where to wait for pick up). You must experience a ride in the longtail boats to one many of the islands or bays near by. We can also recommend the Fishermans Bar. Exit the hotel via the back entrance and turn left. Pass the Golden Beach Hotel and keep walking until you reach a brick built doorway. Go through and you will be at the Fisherman's bar. Lovely relaxed atmosphere with very attentive staff. During the day, walk past the Fisherman's bar and you will find a dozen beachside massage huts. What more could you ask for then to listen to the waves gently breaking on the beach whilst you have a massage for around 200 bht that's about £3.00 for 1 hour!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prested Hall Hotel; City: Feering Colchester Essex England; Review: Very helpful staff and lovely place to stay, have a walk around the grounds. Will return. If you don't fancy eating in the hotel try the "Indian Cottage" in Kelvedon only 2-3 minutes away.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Telford Whitehouse Hotel; City: Telford Shropshire England; Review: Easy to find. A very clean and tidy hotel. Rooms were bright and surprisingly large with table and chairs to relax on. Very good cooked breakfast in the restaurant which also did a nice reasonably priced meal in the evening. All in all and good place to rest. (only down side on the 2 nights we visited there were lots of noisy "Cheerleaders" staying who needed to be asked to keep the noise down).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Ship Hotel; City: Dolgellau Snowdonia National Park North Wales Wales; Review: Although we didn't stay at The Royal Ship Hotel, we popped in for an evening meal following a day of sightseeting in the area. The staff were very friendly and attentive. I think the lounge area had just been refurbished and it was very clean and comfortable. The menu was extensive, reasonably priced and our food arrived piping hot and very quickly. We had a lovely meal and would certainly eat there again. One thing to mention, they stopped serving food at 8.00pm but this could have been because it was low season (early March).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blatches Farm; City: Great Dunmow Essex England; Review: Stayed Friday and Saturday night, we could not have been made more welcome. Lovely clean, comfortable and bright rooms with a great cooked breakfast. We went into Dunmow each evening for food ate at the Balti on Friday, Indo China Saturday both good food at a reasonable price. We planned to ride the Flitch Way on Sunday a disused railway track only a few hundred yards from the property, the owners kindly let us leave our until our return in the afternoon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bao Quynh Bungalow; City: Phan Thiet Binh Thuan Province; Review: We stayed for 8 nights in a sea view bungalow, could not have been happier. Very friendly and helpful staff, fantastic grounds. Plenty of places to eat locally and the food is also very good at Bao Quynh. The pool was almost empty every day, miles of sand, watch the locals fishing in the mornings. Would happily return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stroud Hill Park; City: Pidley Huntingdon Cambridgeshire England; Review: We have just returned from our second stay at Stroud Hill Park and once again, it didn't disappoint. We arrived in our little camper van to another warm welcome and it wasn't long before we were set up on the top field behind the tennis court in our deck chairs with a cuppa. Our position on the top field gave us a wonderful view of the sunset, truly magical. The site is very well maintained and so peaceful although the owls can get a bit rowdy come sun down ;-) The toilet block was spotless, regularly maintained by Denise and Jools and the washing up and laundry area were perfectly adequate. We visited the Mad Cat Inn for dinner and had a lovely meal, very reasonable prices and really friendly staff. On our previous visit at Easter, my husband enjoyed some great fishing and we had a lovely meal in The Barn Restaurant on site. We love this site. Denise and Jools work so hard and are the perfect hosts. It has such a friendly atmosphere and we cannot wait to return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forest View Guest House; City: Symonds Yat Ross on Wye Herefordshire England; Review: A friend and I visited for 4 nights on a fishing trip. This was my second visit (stayed the previous year) to the guest we found it relaxed and friendly with a great breakfast. There are amazing views down the valley from the breakfast room. Local scenery is breath taking. We were fishing the river Wye and found several places to try our luck. Will be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Yoga Sprout Baby Girls' 3 Piece Jacket, Top Pant Set; Brand: ; Review: Very nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bali Women's Satin Tracings Minimizer Underwire Bra; Brand: ; Review: I like it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fanhao Women's V Neck Sequins Bridal Evening party Long prom dress; Brand: Fanhao; Review: The material is beautiful, but I should have ordered a size 8 instead of a 10. It's very long, and when I walk, I had to hold The hem up to prevent it from getting on the floor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GRACE KARIN Women 50s Petticoat Skirts Tutu Crinoline Underskirt CL8922; Brand: ; Review: Lovely!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DRESSTELLS Vintage 1950s Rockabilly Polka Dots Audrey Dress Retro Cocktail Dress; Brand: DRESSTELLS; Review: Lovely dress for any occasion!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PrettyGuide Women 1920s Gatsby Downton Art Deco Sequin Inspired Flapper Dress; Brand: PrettyGuide; Review: Lovely dress, but the strap across the back is loose. This is my second time trying this dress, but the strap across the top of the back is very loose, therefore, the fit is not good. It fits everywhere else very nicely. It's unfortunate that the strap at the top of the back is so loose because it ruins the fit of the dress.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: frugue Women's Full Coverage Plus Size Underwire Lightly Padded Bra; Brand: frugue; Review: Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hego Women's Mesh Studded Long Sleeve Bandage Party Dress H1577; Brand: Hego; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anna-Kaci Womens Shiny Sequin Long Sleeve Cropped Blazer Bolero Shrug Silver; Brand: Anna-Kaci; Review: Lovely!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Spigen Slim Armor iPhone 5S Case for iPhone 5S/5 - Lime; Brand: Spigen; Review: Would have been 5 stars, but the design of the bottom of the case precludes mounting the phone on our charger.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: iPhone SE case, elago [Outift][Hot Pink] - [Premium Hybrid Construction][Aluminum][Spark Design Award] - for iPhone SE/5/5S; Brand: elago; Review: This case fits fine and looks good ... no complaints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Obliq SkyLine Pro OBIP5S-SLP03 Heavy Duty Scratch Resist Kickstand Protective Slim Fit Armor Mobile case for iPhone 6; Brand: Obliq; Review: I had ordered this case for the iPhone 6, but was sent one for an iPhone 6 Plus. The case had several blemishes on the orange surface and because I had ordered a different case in addition to this one, I decided to return it for a refund. I still liked the case design, but since my iPhone 6 would not fit into this case, I can't evaluate the case from a "fit" point-of-view. I remember reading that another purchaser had experienced blemishes on their case so the quality controller for this product is somewhat disappointing; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: AERO ARMOR TEMPEST Protective Case for iPhone 6 - Red (Compatible with 4.7 iPhone 6); Brand: AERO ARMOR; Review: While l'm generally satisfied with the case, there were several issues. When I first put my iPhone into the case, it was very tight and I needed to partially separate the orange case from the black case. Once in, the phone looked and felt fine. The orange is more a neon orange as opposed to the more traditional pumpkin orange. There were however a couple issues regarding the design. First at the top left corner where you silence the ringer, the switch is all but impossible to reach without long fingernails or using a pen with a point to reach the switch. The case is too narrow and deep at this point. The second problem, one that is common to many iPhone case designs is that the bottom of the case is closed in around the earbud jack, the charging jack, and the speaker. I use a charging station and getting the phone connected to the lightening connector was impossible. In fact, even using the lightening connector by itself, I needed to force the case upward to get a solid connection. What I did, was what I have done with other cases that use this design, I took a knife and cut out the casing from the bottom. It made the phone easier to get in and out of the case and allowed me to use my charging stand. I'm not sure why case designers insist on using this closed-in design. I have a Spigen Aluminum Fit case that is open at both the top and bottom and the phone fits fine and allows for easy access to the various phone controls. This design looks better and is way more functional.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Obliq SkyLine Pro OBIP6P-SLP06 Heavy Duty Scratch Resist Kickstand Protective Slim Fit Armor Mobile case for iPhone 6; Brand: Obliq; Review: I had ordered this case for the iPhone 6, but was sent one for an iPhone 6 Plus. The case had several blemishes on the orange surface and because I had ordered a different case in addition to this one, I decided to return it for a refund. I still liked the case design, but since my iPhone 6 would not fit into this case, I can't evaluate the case from a "fit" point-of-view. I remember reading that another purchaser had experienced blemishes on their case so the quality controller for this product is somewhat disappointing; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spigen Slim Armor iPhone 5S Case for iPhone 5S/5 - Tangerine Tango; Brand: Spigen; Review: Well made and attractive case for my iPhone 5; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPhone Charger, Lightning Cable 5Pack 3FT iPhone Charger; Brand: my-handy-design; Review: Works as designed but the watch will occasionally slip off the magnet charger. I found if you put the watch on the charger upside down so the longer end of the band hangs down the back of the stand, the watch seems to stay connected to the magnet/charger better. The lightning connector for the iPhone does not fit snuggly in the base and as a result you need to hold the stand down when removing the phone..; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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Title: Mail Order Bride: Katie (Orphan Brides Go West Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Vivi Holt Page; Review: The precarious situation that Katie finds herself involved in becomes a secret hindrance to her budding relationship with Kristoff. However she learns that trust and honesty are more important than secrets.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: At Legend's End (The Teacup Novellas Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Diane Moody Page; Review: Wonderful twists in the plot keep you fascinated with Olivia, her unbelievable good fortune and the journey of a lifetime toward love and commitment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mosaic Chronicles Books 1-4 (Mosaic Chronicles Box Sets Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Andrea Pearson Page; Review: Interesting and different concept of a world where magic exists as a normal way of life. Hair color and being born the 4th child in a family determine the existence of and type of magic involving abilities to control fire, wind, earth or water.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aliomenti Saga Box Set (Books 1-3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Alex Albrinck Page; Review: A truly challenging storyline that connects the future with the distant past and looks into advanced technological inventions implemented centuries before being mainstreamed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time Series Box Set (Books 1-3) (Out Of Time Box Set Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Monique Martin Page; Review: A very enjoyable series about time travel in the 1900's that involves mystery, murder, romance and intrigue with Sir Simon Cross and Miss Elizabeth West.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
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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: Hollywood Star Fashion; Review: I am 5'6" and these "full length long" leggings only come midway down my calf. Way, way too short. Disappointed but I'll probably keep them to sleep in or something.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's Pullover EcoSmart Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt; Brand: ; Review: As soon as I pulled it on, the neck ripped apart.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's Pullover EcoSmart Fleece Hooded Sweatshirt; Brand: ; Review: As soon as I pulled it on, the neck ripped apart.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Paprika Women Leatherette Almond Toe T-Strap Fisherman Flat Sandal; Brand: Paprika; Review: These were super cute and very comfortable right out of the box. I normally wear a size 10 shoe so I ordered these in a 10. Not much wiggle room, but they fit perfectly. I wore them for about 8 or so hours during a wedding/reception and had no issues. They were comfy all night long!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nemidor Women's V-Neckline Stretchy Casual Midi Plus Size Bridesmaid Dress; Brand: Nemidor; Review: Great dress. Very comfortable. Super soft material. I did order up a size because I never trust online sizes. I probably could have ordered true to size, but it worked out. I have a very large chest and the only issue with this dress was that it still left me a bit exposed up top. Could have used a safety pin. Lovely shade of green and perfect for a outdoor wedding.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ZEGUR Suit Carry On Garment Bag for Travel & Business Trips With Shoulder Strap; Brand: ZEGUR; Review: The bag is fine, but despite all of the reviews saying people were able to carry this onto an airplane, my husband was not able to carry it onto a Delta flight from Cincy to Vegas. They said it was too big.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: FeelinGirl Women's Plus Size Floral Halter Swimsuit Two Piece Pin up Tankini Swimwear; Brand: ; Review: I ordered up in size, but this was still super snug. I returned it and am waiting on a larger size. Fingers crossed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Leggings Depot Higher Waist Women's Buttery Soft Solid Yoga Capri Leggings - Many Colors; Brand: ; Review: Plus size. Yeah right. Description says the plus size will fit sizes 12-20. I wear a 14 in jeans and I couldn't even get these on. Double checked the tag and sure enough, it does say plus size. Sending them back. These were ridiculous.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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