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Title: Vitamix 15856 with Wet Blade and Lid, 64-Ounce Container; Brand: Vitamix; Review: We love our Vitamix blender and really enjoy the fact that we were able to get another blender container from Amazon. It's in perfect condition and exactly as expected, saved some money and arrived really quickly which we greatly appreciate; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Single-File Wooden Recipe Box Holds 3 x 5 Inch Cards; Brand: Kitchen Supply; Review: I did expect this to be of better quality. There were flaws - a couple of cuts into the finish on the outside. One I'm ignoring, the other, I put a cute plastic puffy sticker over to keep it from getting worse. I do like the large capacity though it can't hold nearly as many cards as the box states. I assume that was designed in another country and they simply put the wrong number on the box. All in all, it's what I needed and I can live with the flaws. If it was to be a gift I would have returned the item.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Standard 4" Hems Set of 2 Pillowcases 300 Thread Count; Brand: American Pillowcase; Review: Very poor quality - Neither of the cases is evenly cut and sewn so that the fit on the pillows is twisted. They require ironing which I expected but the way they are made makes it impossible to lay them flat to get all of the wrinkles out.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Strong Lightweight Titanium Chopsticks by HealthyLivingLabs; Brand: HealthyLivingLabs; Review: I love them, I just got my second set. They feel good in my hand,My perfect chopsticks, are very lightweight and balanced and work beautifully. I've started eating everything, well except soup (lol), with chopsticks and I've tried a lot of different kinds. These have become my favorites.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nambé Heart Crystal Bowl; Brand: Namb; Review: This is a lovely little bowl, exactly what I was wanting! Much prettier than in the picture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knife Block/Knife Holder Stainless Steel (Without Knives) by Coninx - For Safe, Clean & Organized Knife Storage; Brand: Coninx; Review: It's absolutely perfect. I have 8 knives of different types and sizes (same brand). They fit beautifully and are easy to slide in and remove without any problem. We have stainless appliances and this knife holder fits right in! I love the small footprint which takes up very little counterspace.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Highland Parade; City: Kodaikanal Dindigul District Tamil Nadu; Review: Had been with my wife to this place as my friend recommended it, the room was nice and big, the views were amazing, i really had some great time with my gf turned to my wife there, the small garden with the view of the valley was cool, but the restaurant was ok the food was managable, i went there to spend some time with my wife iMe and my wife wanted to get to a nice place in India, so made sure that we got some food from outside or ate outside, I would recommend it to people who like scenic views from the room; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tall Trees Munnar; City: Pothamedu Munnar Idukki District Kerala; Review: Had been to Tall trees with my wife on our trip to India, at first i was a bit hesitant as it was quite secluded, but the place was extremely beautiful, my room had a view of the forest could not see it modt of the time because of the fog, and the whole place is so full of greeenery with a couple of small streams, the food was good, you can imagine a typical Keralite cook makking north indian and chinese ( No offense to any people, it would be the same if a punjabi cook were to make some puttu or sambar), the food was managable, i was there for 3 days and was one with nature all the while not going anywhere; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sagar Holiday Resorts; City: Ooty Udhagamandalam The Nilgiris District Tamil Nadu; Review: A great place to stay, with a very few set backs, has a great view of the keti valley, and all of the rooms offer a great view. Had been there with my family last week i.e Aug last week 2011, had a very good time. The draw back is that the food presentation for lunch and dinner along with the taste can be improved, the breakfast is good. They have a travel desk that can get you around for a decent price, the staff were very responsive and fast. Very helpful. I would say this is a perfect place away from the hustle of the city.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The St Regis Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: Stayed there for 4 days during Jan 2013, it was a very nice place , the staff was good. Well maintained rooms, and nice collection in the mini bar. I would say it had some nice views and you can get to the city, wading through the horrible traffic. Also there is a brahma temple close by where they have some kind of cultural thing going on during the evenings worth watching; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Palace Hotel; City: Vung Tau Ba Ria Vung Tau Province; Review: Stsyed in this hotel for 2nights. The rooms are ok the breakfast is not a lot but manageable. The location is quite good pretty close to the sea. Had a nice vie of the sea. There are bars around which can be noisy. Overall I would like to stay here again and would recommend it to travellers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bintan Spa Villa Beach Resort; City: Bintan Island Bintan Regency Riau Archipelago Riau Islan; Review: Stayed here for 3n3d in September withmy family. Stayed in the royal ocean view villa. The room was quite nice and cozy especially with the beautiful view of the sea. The checkin was quite fast. The people at the resort are very nice all of them have a nice genuine smile and the owner Tony makes sure that you have a comfortable stay. Tony ensured we had right food as we were vegetarian and I had kids. Really thankful to the staff and tony who went extra mile to make our stay wonderful. Must do : go to the white island can have fun in water. Snorkeling, mangrove tour was not greT but the firefly visit in the night was quite memorable. Things that can be improved :keep the insects and ants off. Overall I will go back to this place again especially because of the staff and location. Would recommend it to folks who need to relax.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof; City: Karlsruhe Baden Wurttemberg; Review: Stayed here for couple of weeks in feb 2014 for business. Opted for this place as it was quite close to the hauptbhanof and the tram station right infront of the hotel. A very basic hotel no luxuries quite small rooms. But the staff were friendly and the 24 hour bar/ coffee shop was a plus. Internet was not fast. And the breakfast was the same all the days. Not sure if i would stay here again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Hotel Frankfurt Eschborn Ost; City: Eschborn Hesse; Review: Stayed here for a night, because of the security strike at frankfurt Airport on feb 23rd. This was a decent place and a lot better than my ibis hotel which was quite basic. Nice staff and had a late checkout. The food was quite ok given that i am a vegetarian. I had a great view of the city downtown. They were extremely good to me and allowed me to checkout at 5pm. I would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Styles Bali Benoa; City: Tanjung Benoa Nusa Dua Peninsula Bali; Review: As the saying goes you get what you pay for, i would say this more than a steal for the price. Don't expect luxury, but t has all the basic amenities and quite clean. Located in benoa a little bit off the city, this would be ideal if you are planing on staying in the quieter part, but any travel will surely take you an hour or so towards the city. The staff are awesome and the breakfast cant complain because that's what you paid for. Stayed here with my wife and 2 kids on the suite and the kids had a decent bunk bed which gave us a lil privacy. The internet is very choppy rather frustrates you, but then you should be happy because you are forced t stay away from the gadgets. The pool is awesome and very clean, to travel they have an arrangement with few drivers who sit near the convenient store, though i was not comfortable first, i met some nice driver there whom we used for all the 4 days i stayed in Bali. The access to the beach is through a narrow alley opposite to the hotel. There is a nice indian restaurant which makes decent food quite close. The staff especially Fernindad and others were awesome, they really helped us pack our lunch which was a special request, given that we are vegans early in the morning. Except for a few minor hiccups, the hotel is definitely worth the stay. Will i go back no , not because the hotel , but rather BALI for me is over hyped destination.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Equatorial Penang; City: Bayan Lepas Penang Island Penang; Review: Stayed here for 4 days on business, The property was close to the airport around 20 minutes, a little bit off from the cuty centre, but was calm and peaceful, you can get a great view of the bridge and sea. The rooms and neat and the tv channel selection was quite different and interesting. The pool was nice a big.Loved the place Will try to stay here again if i can.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Royale Chulan Damansara; City: Petaling Jaya Petaling District Selangor; Review: Was here for a day, checked in at 8.30 with nobody to help with the luggage, the check in was long and there were 2 people doing it. Gave me a twin bed room when i asked for a king bed. The two beds were joined and it had a huge gap so ended up sleeping on a single bed. The food is medicore, the interiors are worn out. The room was very spacious, when i turned on the water in the sink it was yellow at first and that changed my whole perception of the property. Overall The location is good next to a mall but the service can be improved and the interiors can be reworked. Will i stay here again probably not.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach; City: Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam District Andhra Pradesh; Review: I stayed here with my family for 2 days after the 4 day stay at Bheemli resort by Novotel, the checkin was ok, i was looking at a cold towel as it was summer when i walked in and a welcome drink, but that took a back burner because of the effort by Rahul and Ram in the front desk, they made sure that i checked in super fast, this is my 2nd time here was at Novotel varun beach last year around the same time for a week, but they seem to be raisin the bar every year, Rajesh of the executive lounge was there always with a smile to help us when we walked into the lounge. The filter cofee by satyanarayana was awesome cant express enough, And i would come back to Novotel because of Chef Madeenavalli who went out of the way to get mangoes for my family and mud cake that my son loves here, it was truely like a family reunion when i saw him. I loved it when they gave me a late checkout at 6 pm inspite of the rooms being full, as i had a late flight to catch. Thanks Madeena valli and i cant remember the other chef s name who packed the cakes for us. Love the stay and love the effort you guys put to make the stay memorable. Will i come back? Yes i will again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre; City: Hyderabad Hyderabad District Telangana; Review: Stayed for 2 days to celebrate my daughters birthday last week, the check-in was excellent given that at the time of my check-in there were probably 100-150 people checking in at the same time. Got into my room on the 6th floor which was ready overlooking the pool and the aircon was on, the room was clean and had an expresso machine without the capsules. During my mail to the reservations I happened to ask for a cake shop to get a cake for the birthday, Ms. Koyili from Novotel called me up when I was in Singapore and told me that they would take care of the birthday celebrations. And as said the party was excellent it was a very private affair, my daughter was extremely happy, and i cannot thank the Novotel folks enough for giving us wonderful memories that would last a lifetime. I wish to express my thanks to all of the Novotel staff who made my stay excellent, I stay 80-90 days a year in Accor all across Asia, and I bet this Novotel is one notch higher and it is probably because of people like Ms. Koyili from the guest relations, Raju, Ram, Shiva, Kapil. Will I stay at this place again, I will definitely; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Gea di Vulcano; City: Rome Lazio; Review: A great hotel if you like clean well-priced accomodation. We enjoyed our one night stay here. The restaurant downstairs was great. Breakfast was fine and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Great!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Santa Maria; City: Rome Lazio; Review: We had two rooms here for one night. We would agree with all the comments made about the lovely location and friendly staff. We also used the taxi service to the airport which was great. The breakfast and drinks were good. I felt there was a bit of noise from next door's bathroom and television but as they were our friends we were able to put up with that. A lovely place to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel The Originals Colmar Gare; City: Colmar Haut Rhin Grand Est; Review: As the other review states you get what you pay for. The air conditioning was vital during our hot stay but rattled continuously. It was effective though. We found the location good and central for this interesting town but do not expect a stunning view from your window. There is a bar attached to this hotel and on the second night we returned one of the 'bouncers' was smoking in the hotel right next to the no smoking sign. The rest of the staff were friendly though. My printed details stated breakfast was 17 euros but it was in fact 7 euros . This was quite a good breakfast although the serving area was quite crowded. Our friend was charged to park his bike in the garage which we thought was a bit mean and was not explained when we booked in. We found a free parking space right across the road from the hotel which was very handy. I have to say the trains did keep me awake and I'm sure i could hear the disco as well but this was drowned out by the air conditioning. The room though small was clean with newish bathroom fittings; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Diamant; City: Arras Pas de Calais Hauts de France; Review: I think this is a great hotel. As all reviewers have said before the coffee ,tea, water and orange juice is a fantastic idea when you arrive. Our room was overlooking the square but was quiet. The welcome was great as was the breakfast. We hope to visit again soon. The only downsides were the room was quite small and we would have appreciated air conditioning as it was very hot when we stayed- these are only minor issues.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apartments Benussi; City: Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva County Dalmatia; Review: We travelled as two couples and stayed in the apartments in the garden. The apartments are extremely clean and well looked after. Jadranka was a great hostess- she gave us lots of information, a lovely bottle of wine and although she was not obtrusive was around if we needed her.We had great weather and were able to sit outside most mornings with croissants from the local bakery five minutes walk away. We would highly recommend these apartments which are lovely and quiet and yet a few minutes walk from the Pile Gate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Dauro Granada; City: Granada Province of Granada Andalucia; Review: I would probably have given this hotel an average rating were it not for the excellent staff on the desk. They were always very welcoming and pleasant. We made our trip at short notice and thought we would not be able to visit the Alhambra as the website said the tickets had all been sold. Luckily the hotel was able to get us tickets for the next day. The hotel is very well situated in Granada and the bus stops just outside the hotel. The bus station is situated on the Northern outskirts of the city and for one euro 20cents the number 3 bus will take you all the way to the hotel. The bathroom was excellent with a very good shower. The room was small which was not too much of a problem for a one night stay. The main problem we had was that we had a room facing the road. The sun was very hot that day and was shining into the room all afternoon. We were told the air conditioning was not available until May. The room was very hot at night and we had to have the patio doors open which made it very noisy. We were unable to sleep for most of the night. It would be good if the hotel could make allowances for hot weather. The hotel was very clean. We had breakfast and were very pleased with the selection on offer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Room Mate Larios; City: Malaga Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: This is a great hotel for people watching as the balcony rooms overlook one of the main pedestrian shopping streets. It is noisy outside although the double glazing is very effective. It was not the hotel's fault but the second night we stayed a cherry picker platform machine was removing decorations from each balcony on the street. He didn't seem to start until about 10pm and it felt like the noise went on all night. We realise this is not the fault of the hotel but it did spoil our stay. We did not have breakfast in the hotel as it very central for cafes and restaurants. The room was great and the bed was enormous. The staff were fine but did not offer any information about the town or give us a map. Perhaps we just needed to ask. We would definitely stay here again but perhaps bring our ear plugs; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bacan Serviced Apartments; City: Cavtat Konavle Dubrovnik Neretva County Dalmatia; Review: We have just returned from a fantastic break in the Bacan apartments. We stayed in apartment 7 and we had a view over the sea. The balcony was shady at this time of year but there was the option of using the sunny terrace downstairs. The airport shuttle service was fantastic. The family were very friendly. The apartment was very clean and it was great to have a kettle. We made good use of the nearby supermarket. The walk into Cavtat is just a few minutes and the walk back is quite steep. We didn't find it too onerous and sometimes did it four times a day. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend the apartments and Cavtat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Janelas Verdes a Lisbon Heritage Collection; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: We have just returned from a three night stay in this hotel. It has all been said before but this is a fantastic hotel in every way. The staff were wonderful and the breakfasts were amazing. You feel as if you are staying in a beautiful home with everything you could need. We stayed on the first floor at the back overlooking the beautiful terrace. The only downside for us was beyond the hotel's control. There is a lot building work taking place next door which we were warned about on the hotel website. The noise of drilling woke us up on two mornings not long after 7 am and continued all day until after 7pm. Don't let this put you off but if you enjoy a quiet lie in perhaps you should check whether the building work has finished before you book. This did not spoil our visit and was made up by the complimentary port and slippers and dressing gown!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harrogate Boutique Apartments; City: Harrogate North Yorkshire England; Review: We enjoyed a one night stay in these very clean apartments. They are very convenient for Valley Gardens and Harrogate town centre. The kitchen and other facilities were great. There were a couple of issues that stopped me from getting a good night's sleep. We could hear every word from the television downstairs and were kept awake by the people walking about upstairs. Also we found the twin beds very narrow for two adults. The booking process and entry system were both very efficient.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Caernarfon Hotel; City: Caernarfon Gwynedd North Wales Wales; Review: This is an excellent budget hotel. The staff were particularly helpful and friendly. The room could have done with a decent lamp to read by but for the price of £32 it was warm and a very clean. We would really recommend this for a stay on a budget.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bacan Serviced Apartments; City: Cavtat Konavle Dubrovnik Neretva County Dalmatia; Review: We have just returned from another wonderful stay at these apartments. I am very fussy about everything being clean and these apartments are spotless. Antun is a fantastic host and is on hand if you need information but is not in any way obtrusive. We love Cavtat and once again did two long walks. The wild flowers are beautiful at this time of year. By coincidence we had apartment 7 again .It has a great balcony with a sea view.The balcony has shade and sun making it a great place to people watch. Many thanks for another great holiday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Wakefield Central Hotel; City: Wakefield West Yorkshire England; Review: On the positive side- the location in the park is lovely and we enjoyed the fifteen walk into the centre of Wakefield. The pub next door was good and we thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast. The staff were helpful and very pleasant.The hotel was very quiet(midweek) and we had a good night's sleep. On the other hand, the hotel is in need of a refit but our room 42 was certainly not as bad as others have reported. We paid £50 which reflected the need for a refit.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 30 James Street Home of the Titanic; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: First of all let me say we had a great time here but there are some things that could have made it a fantastic stay. We had an apartment for 6 and had an amazing view of Albert Dock. We thoroughly enjoyed the jacuzzi bath and had loads of hot water. I'm not sure the decor was really my taste. To make this a really top notch hotel there are a few issues this hotel needs to consider. Whatever time of day we went to our hotel room there were unattended cleaning products, toilet rolls and sheets piled in the corridor.When you have spent so much on the decor you do not expect to wade past piles of towels when leaving your room. Although they say they will look after your luggage that means leaving your case with a name label in the busy reception area. You are given no receipt or asked for any ID when you pick up your case. These two points leave you feeling the hotel is cluttered and disorganised. Money is also taken from your account as a deposit. I have left an imprint of my credit card before in other hotels but never had the money taken from my account. They had no decaffeinated or herbal tea in the room and were unable to find any instant decaff coffee in the hotel. A brilliant member of staff offered to get one from the cafe for my friend in the morning which was very thoughtful. The staff were very good but these were management issues. On the whole the hotel gives the impression of a work in progress with electricians etc.. milling around and people crowding into the 2 small lifts. We understand they are not able to have more lifts because of the listed status of the building. These issues are relatively easy to address- receipts for left luggage and a dedicated room but overall make such a difference to the ambience of the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liccu bed and breakfast; City: Catania Province of Catania Sicily; Review: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were given a very warm welcome and given a very good restaurant recommendation. The room was modern and very well equipped. The bed was comfortable and we had a great night's sleep. Breakfast was super with lots of home-made products. We would really recommend this b and b.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: B B Marconi; City: Verona Province of Verona Veneto; Review: Sadly we were only staying one night, The apartment was very comfortable and spotless. It was lovely to have tea and coffee facilities and everything you could want for breakfast unless you fancy joining the other families up on the lovely rooftop terrace. Marco has a genuine interest in everyone who stays here. It was incredibly hot in Verona when we visited last week and really appreciated the air conditioning. If only we could have stayed for longer...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Manchester Central Arena; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: On arrival the lobby was filled with a selection of stag and hen dos. I asked for a quiet room and the one they gave us was amazingly quiet. Fantastic stay - great staff and very good room. Great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Metra 70-1817 Radio Wiring Harness For Chrysler/Jeep 1984-2006 Harness; Brand: Metra; Review: Does what it needs to do. Had labels on the wiring which were very helpful. Everything is color coded.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bosch 09284 Premium Spark Plug Wire Set; Brand: Bosch; Review: Great wires, much better spark.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dorman Help! 56441 Lighter Assembly; Brand: Dorman; Review: Worked perfectly for a replacement cigarette lighter. Fits great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Classic Accessories 75387 Overdrive Universal Fit Spare Tire Cover, Black, Large; Brand: Classic Accessories; Review: Has a small rip in it already but otherwise has been standing up to the elements very well!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Classic Accessories 80-218-042301-00 Overdrive Universal Fit Spare Tire Cover, White, Large; Brand: Classic Accessories; Review: Has a small rip in it already but otherwise has been standing up to the elements very well!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Bella Milano; City: O'Fallon, IL; Review: Overall, I enjoyed my experience. The food was pretty good. With a couple of tweaks, it could move up in stars. I will go again. I went for lunch and they had plenty of low cost options. The wait staff wasn't the best. Didn't seem too attentive, and a bit rude. I had the butternut squash soup which I thought was very good. My main entree was Chicken Stasilli, which tasted good, but didn't come with a bit of pasta on the side. Most Italian restaurants, offer this with their entree's. Bread... the all important bread. It was bread. Not something that you'll be looking forward to. Just a filler.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House Of India; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: I must say that I was very disappointed in House of India. I really enjoy Indian food, and have it pretty frequently. Having heard all of the good reviews, I was surprised. I went during lunch, and a lot of Indian restaurants have lunch buffets. I'm not much of a buffet person, so I normally ask to see the menu, but they didn't offer that, so I was stuck. The buffet: Was kinda small, so the selections were limited. I wanted to try the Tikka Masala, but there was only sauce, all of the chicken was gone. After I brought it up, it took a while for them to refill it. The naan didn't really taste like naan. Naan is usually one of those items that I benchmark Indian restaurants for and this had more of a generic flat bread taste than actual naan. (It isn't unusual for the buffet naan to be a bit 'less' than when you order it fresh from the menu, but this was sub par). The rest of the dishes were very generic tasting. The only Indian place I've been to, where I thought it could use a bit of salt. They did have a potato curry dish which I thought was pretty good. I would avoid, there are better places.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eckert's Country Store & Farms; City: Belleville, IL; Review: I go there periodically, and usually enjoy my experience. They have good table bread, and the staff is friendly and attentive. The menu is varied, and has mainly classic comfort food. The various menu items are a hit and miss proposition, so I wouldn't write it off if you've only been once. Give it a second go with another entree before writing it off. As a general rule, the food isn't heavily spiced, so you'll probably need to add some salt/pepper.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Olympika Bar & Grill; City: Swansea, IL; Review: Although it calls itself a Mediterranean Grill, there is very little actual Mediterranean food on the menu. It is better if you go in thinking diner or family restaurant. Their awning also says pizza, but there was no pizza on the menu. May be from previous owners. I've been there for breakfast and lunch For breakfast, they have a pretty standard menu, and probably won't go there again. The grits tasted instant and the sausage was burnt. There are better places in the area. For lunch, I've had the broasted chicken with mashed potatoes and corn. Was a solid meal, and have no complaints. The service was ok, but it was definitely not 20% service. They do have a senior menu, which seemed pretty good if you qualify.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: King & I Thai; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: Best Thai food in the St. Louis area (so far), that I've found. Just about everything I've tried has been good and tasted pretty authentic. However, this isn't the place to go for a budget meal. It can be a bit pricey if you order off the full menu. Decor is ok, and could use an update.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: China Hing; City: Shiloh, IL; Review: Awful. I realize it's a take out place and I temper my expectations to fit that. However, this is bad even on the takeout scale. I've ordered delivery twice and both times they got my order wrong. The Hot and Sour soup was very bland except for a strong taste of celery. The other items were just bad. U cannot recommend this place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: El Gordito; City: Belleville, IL; Review: One of my go to Mexican restaraunts in the local area. The food is pretty good. I've ordered a number of items and each was tasty. The sides, such as the beans are on the 'ok' side of things. I can recommend the fajitas and carnitas in sauce. The atmosphere is very casual. Seems to be a popular place for lunch. Also, the price is reasonable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: India's Oven; City: Swansea, IL; Review: It's the only show in town, and sadly, it's not that great. If I could, I'd give it a 2.5, but I've only got whole numbers. So I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and round up. In general, i find the food very mediocore and surprisingly bland. I love indian, and this is proably the only time ive ever added a bit of salt. Also, I find that the sauced dishes are a bit thin. Normally, I find Indian sauces on the thicker side. As far as atmosphere is concerned, they have kids which play in the dining area, and they often have kids shows blaring. Not the best situation. Would recommend getting to go. On a surprising bright side, they have good Naan. I love Nasn, and I'm often surprised at how many places skimp on make traditional fresh Naan. They do it well here (this justifire es the round up) It's the only place in town, so if I'm jonesing for some indian, this is where I go. Not nearly the best, but it does scratch that itch... a bit.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Egg & I; City: O'Fallon, IL; Review: Overall, I go hear regularly for breakfast and enjoy the food. They've got a good selection and it's usually well prepared. I'm a fan of their eggs Benedict which some places can mess up. The one area where I would fault them is consistency. Some times you seem to get the warmed up cook and some times the cold cook. I've had to send things back a few times because it was cold (waffles, toast). My guess is that they make it the same time as my group's orders, and let it sit while theirs finishes up. I will say though, that they have no problem in fixing things. I would give it a 4 or 5 if they fixed that issue. Good place. Should give it a try.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saigon; City: Belleville, IL; Review: Best Asain in the area. It's good food, good quantity, and good quality. I enjoy the lemongrass chicken, spicy beef soup and the Korean BBQ ribs (I know, right. However, I looked into it, and a get Vietnamese places have them). They also have some chinese, but I'm fundamentally not equipped to order it in a Vietnamese place. If I can convince myself, I'll update my review. The place itself is ok. Nothing to write home about. The wait staff consists of one and is friendly. However, whoever it is, always seems harried. Not sure why, but it can make things seem .. mmmm... like you're not getting great service. IMO, it's not through intent because they're trying. Give this place a try, you won't regret it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tei Too; City: Webster Groves, MO; Review: A pleasant surprise. I like to try new places and sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. When you walk in, the look instantly sets the tone. When I walked in, I didn't have high hopes. The furniture is old and there are holes in the drop ceiling. Also, you order at the counter, which doesn't bode well for me. Finally, the menu isn't very extensive, so that always disappoints me. I like lots to choose from. However, the food quickly raised my evaluation. I had crab Rangoon, brisket sesame noodles and Korean ribs. The crab Rangoon were ok. They are in a lumpia wrappers, which was unusual, but the filling tasted almost like pure cream cheese. A good crab Rangoon usually has a bit more. The ribs and the noodles were very good. The bad: atmosphere. The setting is ok, it just feels a bit rundown. If they updated, it would get 5 stars from me. The good: the food was better than expected.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: India Rasoi; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: The food is ok. I'm not a buffet person, but for those that do, it has your standard required Indian dishes... You know the ones. I ordered the Vindaloo, and had to send it back because it wasn't spicy!!!! Also, it wasnt the normal Vindaloo sauce that you usually get, but isn't a negative, just different than expected. For those in the know, you know that's a no go. I also ordeted Keema Naan which man Indian places don't have, so that was a nice treat. That it tasted good was also nice. The service was ok, but a bit slow. Nothing egregeous though. The biggest issue that I think it suffers from is image. It tries to position itself as a 'upscale/trendy' place and it isnt. Places like that usually charge a bit more than family style places. Overall, if you"re in the area, it's an ok place to go. I won't make it my 'Go To' place, but if I'm in the area, I won't pretend it's not there.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ranoush; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: I rather enjoyed this one. The food was pretty good, but probably not a 5. A good solid 4 is probably accurate I would say. However, their service pushed it up 1. I asked for some hot sause and he went and made some since none was at hand. Also, I didn't want dessert, but they brought out a free piece because I had never tried it. As far as food, it's solid. The menu isn't the biggest, but there is enough variety for most pallettes. For people who aren't that familiar wit medeteranian stle food, don't expect heavy seasonings. It can be a bit bland (but tasty) for those who are expecting something more spice laden. (Hence my request for lebanese hot sauce). Give it a try, I think you'll enjoy it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: China Quick; City: Belleville, IL; Review: It's takeout chinese. What do you expect? Its mediocre American/Chinese food. If you rate it against nice chinese restaraunts, It would get a 1. However, you've gotta rate it, in comparison to like places. As such, meh. I will say that China Quick is less than quick. They take longer than most of the carry put places in my area. Their one redeeming efford is their chili oil. It's actually chili oil and not from those packets. In short, if your in the mood for Chinese Delivery, this is no better, nor worse than the rest of 'em.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Pi: Faith in Chaos (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Songcatcher (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hard Eight (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Insomnia (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In the Bedroom (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Iris (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Someone Like You (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gosford Park (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Personal Velocity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scotland (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tadpole (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lilo and Stitch (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Oleander (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lock (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Vol. 1: Seasons 1-2 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jersey Girl (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blow (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunset (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sacallis Inn Beach Hotel; City: Kefalos Kos Dodecanese South Aegean; Review: We have just returned from Kefalos and whilst we did not stay at the Sacallis we ate in the restaurant 5 out of 7 nights and we could not fault the service, food or the staff. We would definitely recommend anybody to go to the restaurant and enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jack s Apartments; City: Kefalos Kos Dodecanese South Aegean; Review: We have just spent 7 nights staying at Jack 2. Billy and his wife could not have been more friendly and helpful, Jack and Maria were also great. Our room was spotless when we arrived and the room was cleaned and all bed linen and towels were replaced once during our stay. The pool area, bar and restaurant were great and we really enjoyed just relaxing around the pool most days. We don't understand why some people have to complain as the price we paid Jack's was very good value indeed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Island Inn Hotel; City: Bridgetown Saint Michael Parish Barbados; Review: Just returned after 10 days at this lovely hotel, we can't praise it enough. The room was ideal, cleaned every day with fresh towels and bed linen. All the staff were friendly and couldn't do enough for us, the Manager was a real fun lady who got everyone dancing at the weekly barbecue. Jamaal the barman mixed brilliant cocktails and was super efficient and a lovely guy as well We will be going back again next year and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone. Thanks to all the people there who made our stay a wonderful experience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Village Hotel Manchester Cheadle; City: Cheadle Greater Manchester England; Review: It was a pleasure to stay here, all staff very friendly, helpful and good fun, the room was very comfortable and clean, bathroom clean and the facilities all very good, Would not hesitate to return or recommend to others; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Island Inn Hotel; City: Bridgetown Saint Michael Parish Barbados; Review: We returned to this fantastic hotel in February for 14 nights. The place is the same as it was, the food has improved, the rooms are great and all the staff are so friendly and helpful. Didn't want to leave would happily stay for months We will be back; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Island Inn Hotel; City: Bridgetown Saint Michael Parish Barbados; Review: Just returned from 16 days at the Island Inn Hotel (our 3rd visit) and once again had a really good time. Staff are amazing especially Hassani behind the bar, Earl and Sharon on reception. Miss Brown the manageress was her usual self and we were made to feel as if we had come home. One thing that needs addressing is the influx from The Radisson across the road in the evenings as the guests from there do not comply with the dress code and make the residents feel uncomfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Island Inn Hotel; City: Bridgetown Saint Michael Parish Barbados; Review: We returned in late February from the Island Inn, this was our fourth visit and the place has hardly changed at all. The location is good, the beach is very close by. The food in the restaurant has improved again. All the staff are very friendly and helpful The only slight moan is that there is a dress code for the restaurant in the evening, no shorts or vests etc. and no flip flops. This could be enforced a little more as most people abide by this but not all. Its not too much to ask Otherwise absolutely magnificent and we will return; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Zion River Resort; City: Virgin Utah; Review: We do not make reservations and when we arrived they were very accommodating. We were given a site and when we drove to the site it was occupied. Back to the office, the host went to check and returned stating there was a computer error. They gave us a upgraded site that was a concrete slab with yard and picnic table under a tree. The best part the trash bin was in an enclosed fence right near us. The campground was very clean and I noticed the next morning that the sites were cleaned after campers departed. They swept or raked the site and scrubbed the picnic tables. Cute campstore, nice pool and hot tub. The campground was well lite in the evening. The price was right on! You get what you pay for and then some. If I was going to spend length of time in one spot this would be one of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Baymont by Wyndham Harrisburg; City: Harrisburg Pennsylvania; Review: Granddaughter was in XC meet in Hershey. Needed a place to stay close enough. Good location to Hershey and Harrisburg. We had a first floor room. Hotel was clean and there were other XC teams there it was quiet. Nice continental breakfast and seating area. Staff was friendly. Near a busy highway but did not notice noise from it. Would stay here again. Price was not bad for the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wonderland RV Park; City: Torrey Utah; Review: After traveling over 100 miles over the most beautiful mountains we came to the tow (village) of Torrey. We were tired a the first thing we saw was "Wonderland RV Park". We pulled in and asked if they had a site. They had one site left ( Labor Day weeken). We got checked in, they asked if there was anything we needed to just ask. We later went to laundry facility to do some laundry ( one of the cheapest) and while we waited the owner just happened to be cleaning restrooms and my husband ask him some questions and the visited for about 1 hour. This place is very clean. The only fallback is some road noise. The rate was perfect, we've paid more for less.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday RV Park Campground; City: North Platte Nebraska; Review: Very nice campground just off the Interstate. Very clean and it was quiet. They did have a pet walk but people were not using it, they were just walking their pets throughout the park. Close to shopping and eateries if needed. RV park had trees for shade.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Bart s RV Park; City: Flagstaff Arizona; Review: Fair RV park for the overnight convenience. They have many seasonal campers. The site was located near train tracks and trucking terminal. If you're looking for a good night sleep you might not get it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zuni Village RV Park; City: Kingman Arizona; Review: We did not have reservations and they did accommodate us with a nice site for being in a large town. It was a level site and there were trees.The host was very pleasant. I joked with her about not hearing trains and she stated they were half mile away. It was a pleasant site for our overnight stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MillPoint Park; City: East Peoria Illinois; Review: Friendly host, clean campground and restroom. They had a swimming pool and there was a BBQ restaurant within walking distance. Although it was close to the main road it was quiet and we were parked near the office. Grocery store was convenient to the campground. They provided free shuttle to Peoria. It rained the next day so we didn't use it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta Rochester Area; City: Henrietta Finger Lakes New York; Review: Attending large XC meet in Rochester NY and made arrangements late. Good rate, clean room and quiet. This is a older building and has it's issues but the room was clean and the entire appearance of the hotel was nice. There were several XC teams staying at the hotel and they did not disturb us. The breakfast had limited items, hard boiled eggs, 2 types of cereal, oatmeal packets, waffle makers, apples & oranges, some yogurt, bread for toast, 2 types of juice, coffee and hot water. I didn't look for packaged pastries because I don't eat them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seaside Beach Resort; City: Bradenton Beach Anna Maria Island Florida; Review: Let me tell you this was a cute little self sufficient room. We could have stayed a week or two with no problem. This room had a very nice walk-in shower. Bathroom was on small side but the sink counter was large. They offered a small refrigerator, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, there were other appliances we didn't dig into. Cute seating area for a meal. Separate covered deck with settee, table and chairs. Right on beach but private space for resort, with lounge chairs. They had a small pool which was being used. There was even a upper deck to sit out and enjoy the day or evening (this was a shared deck). The staff that we encountered was very friendly. We would go back. One parking spot was provided for each room a real plus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Bradenton Near the Gulf; City: Bradenton Florida; Review: Older hotel, area seemed busy with people around. They did not offer breakfast. There was a restaurant attached to the hotel. We did have a good night sleep. Bathroom wasn't as clean as we like. Not sure if they run a vaccum in the rooms. Front desk lady was pleasant.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cottonwood Suites Savannah Hotel Conference Center; City: Pooler Georgia; Review: This was amongst other brand name hotels just set back. Very friendly staff. Nice rooms that were clean. When we arrived in the late afternoon there was a gentleman already running the vacuum in the hallways. The breakfast was one of the best we had in our 10 days on the road. They offered scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, grits, fruit juice, cereal etc. The ladies were very friendly that were in charge of the kitchen. There were a lot of workers staying at the hotel but they were very quiet. We would stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baymont by Wyndham Tuscaloosa; City: Tuscaloosa Alabama; Review: Nice location with restaurants close. Could use updating of bathtub and bathroom floor tile. Good selection of breakfast food. Housekeeping needs to use vacuum more often, the carpet was a little dirty. There should also be a designated smoking area not just outside a non-smoking room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Bay St Louis; City: Bay Saint Louis Mississippi; Review: Well at first I was really impressed. Not real busy and the room was pretty clean again just could use some updating. The desk clerk was not familiar with the area so he could not recommend any restaurants. After a decent night sleep we ventured down for breakfast. Three cups of coffee was left in pot, no hot water for instant oatmeal. No bread nor bagels and the waffle mix was watery. We asked for more coffee and hot water and the clerk told us that he just got there and they didn’t make a lot because they didn’t have very made guests. He also informed us they didn’t have any bread and they don’t do bagels.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Microtel Inn Suites by Wyndham Daphne Mobile; City: Daphne Alabama; Review: First this is a very confusing hotel to get into. When you travel east on Hwy 98 you have to cross two lane traffic to jump in the right lane to make turn up steep driveway into the hotel. If your traveling at nighttime it is hard to catch the entrance. It is the only entrance in and out. The front desk clerk was very friendly. Room was nice but you could hear other guests talking in other rooms. We were on 3rd floor and the guest in room above us sound like they were walking on wooden floors. The elevator was dirty and it appeared that someone may have gotten sick just before getting into the elevator on the 3rd floor. The bathroom was big and if you were a child you would have a hard time reaching the toilet paper across the room.Breakfast was fair, they only offered non-dairy creamer for your coffee. They did have bagels, pancakes, hard boiled eggs, instant oatmeal, fruit cocktail, biscuits and sausage gravy.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Shippensburg Hotel; City: Shippensburg Pennsylvania; Review: Attending a local track meet. Needed a good night sleep for our early runner. Adjoining room had their TV loud enough that we could hear the conversation. Even the person when they laughed about something. Anticipated calling front desk but we turned on the air and that seemed to deaden the sound. We read online that the pool would not be open but when we arrived it was. After supper we went to use the pool and there were no towels in the pool area so we went back to the room to get a towel from the room. Cleaning carts were stored in the hallway which seemed strange. Staff was nice, we only had little contact with them. Breakfast was very good nice selection of food and staff person was keeping hot food replenished.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Time of Our Singing; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Powers Page; Review: One of the best books I've read in years. You can almost hear the music as Powers describes it and that's but one of the great accomplishments of this book. Plus if you know the Washington Heights section of Northern Manhattan, you'll enjoy his not-quite-precise recreation of it in one brief section. "Frisch's"? Uh-uh. That was (and is ) "Gideon's".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go Set a Watchman: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Harper Lee Page; Review: More exploitation than anything else in this somewhat clumsy first draft of a classic.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 501 French Verbs: with CD-ROM (501 Verbs Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Christopher Kendris Page; Review: Works well on the computer, but extremely cumbersome to navigate on the Kindle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution; Author: Visit Amazon's Walter Isaacson Page; Review: An outstanding book. Isaacson brilliantly describes the kind of collaborative efforts that lead to technological growth.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ithaca Diaries: Coming of Age in the 1960s; Author: Visit Amazon's Anita M. Harris Page; Review: Kind of trashy.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Hirschfeld Century: Portrait of an Artist and His Age; Author: Visit Amazon's Al Hirschfeld Page; Review: What can one say? It's Hirschfeld.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cuthbertson Verb Wheels: French; Author: Stuart Cuthbertson; Review: It was 35 cents and better made when I bought it in high school (a couple of months after D-Day), but a very handy device (even if now I need a magnifying glass to use it).; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Art of Uncertainty: How to Live in the Mystery of Life and Love It; Author: Dennis Merritt Jones; Genres: non-fiction; Review: This book was exactly what a control freak like me needed. Provided good tips on how to let go of things I can't control while still living 'consciously'.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: After the Prophet: The Epic Story of the Shia-Sunni Split in Islam; Author: Lesley Hazleton; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I must admit, being a muslim, even I wasn't aware of why there is a split between Sunni and Shia muslims, what caused it etc. Lesley Hazleton provided valuable insight from a non-biased viewpoint, and made the history accessible to many. Muslims who want to read this must maintain an open mind, and take it as a 'fresh-eyes' assessment by a neutral party. Sometimes you have to go 'outside' to understand what's happening 'within'.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman; Author: Robert K. Massie; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Compellingly written biography. Enjoying it immensely so far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peter the Great: His Life and World; Author: Robert K. Massie; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: After reading Massie's biography of Catherine the Great, I decided to pick this up, since I really liked how he made history so interesting and accesible, without insulting readers' intelligence. And what an wonderful jaunt through history it was. The best thing was how Massie drew such a complete picture of Europe in Peter's time, building the story and pulling back the curtain of the hows and whys of Peter's life and the decisions he took, but filling out and doing the same for Peter's counterparts like Charles XII of Sweden etc., without losing focus on Peter. A book to savour and take your time with. I was a bit depressed after reading this, havind had to land back into the real world with a thud.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Devil and the River; Author: R.J. Ellory; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: I've never read anything by R.J. Ellory before, have only heard of him via news on his sock puppet review scandal a while back, and by chance came upon this book in an airport bookshop, and got it purely based on a whim. I'm glad I did. This was a good story, although it took a little bit of effort in the beginning to get through Sheriff Gaines' internal Vietnam war reflections. Although maybe the twist seemed a bit obvious (and to be honest I expected it halfway through) it took nothing away from my enjoyment of reading the book. . I like his writing style, it's eloquent and quite elegant without coming across as trying too hard to impress. The voice(s) were real, and the grit and stoicism of the characters, and their humanity, were well illustrated. I look forward to reading more of his work.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The North Water; Author: Ian McGuire; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: This novel is not for the fainthearted, utterly disturbing, obscene, with morally reprehensible characters, mostly horrfifically violent and will test your mental strength but man is the writing awesome! I think I read it with my eyes round with horror most of the time but I couldn't stop. Admittedly once or twice (or more) I felt bile rising in my throat. Another reviewer described this as Jack London on steroids, and I totally agree. If nothing, I feel that the author captured not only the base and violent nature of humans extremely well, but also the better angels of our nature, and the constant internal conflicts we all face. But it was an awesome ride, this story. But do take my warning seriously, this book is really disturbing and not for everyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Dark Materials (His Dark Materials #1-3); Author: Philip Pullman; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I completely missed out on this series when it first came out. Like everyone else, I was totally sucked into the whole Harry Potter hype (justifiably, mostly). I came across the books totally randomly in my mid-twenties, and thought "oh this is an interesting premise" and got them on a whim. Mind. Blown. What a gorgeous, gorgeous world Pullman created. While Harry Potter was vastly entertaining, the nature of the whole good versus evil was a very straightforward thing. Whereas in His Dark Materials, good versus evil is never so simple, never as black and white. Pullman tackles the complex themes of religious dogma versus free will, enforced ignorance versus the quest for knowledge, human beings and their souls/spirit, and what happens when the soul/spirit is destroyed, with such stunning skill that it left me in awe. Not taking anything away from Rowling's incredible talent and the Harry Potter series, I thoroughly enjoyed the books. However I have yet to re-read any of it. In the last 10 years, I have re-read His Dark Materials at least once a year. Occasionally twice. More so than good ol' Harry and friends, Lyra and company are just more interesting to me. When I first completed the series, I felt bereft, as you do when you finish something that you wish would go on forever. When I found out that the Book of Dust trilogy was coming out this year, I almost burst with happiness. I am really looking forward to La Belle Sauvage this October, it has been a long time coming. Fingers and toes crossed that it will be just as good, if not better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
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: Seirus Innovation; Review: I bought these because I thought they would keep me warm in the cold weather. Wrong. I got cold fingers after being outside with these tool; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: FOWNES Women's Rabbit Fur Lined Black Napa Leather Gloves; Brand: Fownes Brothers; Review: I didn't return this but I couldn't get them on, I ordered a size larger then it said because of some of the reviews, I also found the leather was really stiff, my daughter tried them on, she could fit in them but she also didn't want them because of being so stiff. Just a waste of money as far as I'm concerned.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dan's Jewelers Classic Celtic Knot Bracelet with Irish Design, Fine Pewter Jewelry; Brand: Dan's Jewelers; Review: like; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver Oxidized Celtic Knot Medallion Pendant Necklace, 18"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: like; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dahlia Women's Angora Beanie Hat Rhinestone Square Double Bow Dual Layer; Brand: Dahlia; Review: several people have told me they like this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Epoch Women's Gatsby Linen Cloche Hat With Lace Band and Flower; Brand: Epoch; Review: Had to work on lace, band, other than that, It's fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Rockland Luggage 19 Inch Expandable Spinner Carry On, Purple, One Size; Brand: Rockland; Review: Held up well during our trip to Ecuador and back (Alabama). We did have to stow a couple of times due to additional limitations by airlines so the color made it easy to spot. The size is perfect and is easy to maneuver.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tarriss RFID Blocking Money Belt - Waist Stash - Passport Holder - Lifetime Warranty; Brand: Tarriss Travel Gear; Review: Not advertised as such so I can't really complain but it did not repel moisture from perspiration around my waist so cash got damp. Otherwise, it held up well and retained its shape; the strap was more than sufficient for my waist with lots left over - I just wrapped it around the existing band.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minnetonka Men's Moosehide Weekend Moc; Brand: Minnetonka; Review: I had another design for several years, which is no longer available, that wore out. I ordered these and went up half a size, per recommendations. Because of the bottom design, they don't seem to stretch as much but are still acceptable. They do provide more stability for outside and when driving.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PinMart Red and Black Poppy Flower Remembrance Memorial Day Enamel Lapel Pin; Brand: PinMart; Review: Sturdy and well made. Got it too late to wear this past Memorial Day but be sure I'll wear it next year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bohemian Style Seed Bead Barefoot Sandals (Sold As Pair); Brand: Runa Sea; Review: My wife wore them for a wedding(not ours) on the beach and loved them (luckily, the sand wasn't hot!). May never wear again but that's okay, the price was excellent and they matched her outfit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Trump hits Democrats over private hearings with former officials, 'most of whom I do not know'; Abstract: President Trump on Tuesday complained that Democrats are "allowing no transparency" in the impeachment inquiry.; Category: news
Title: Gov. Cuomo drops N-word in radio interview while talking about discrimination against Italian-Americans; Abstract: Radio listeners were stunned Tuesday when Gov. Cuomo dropped the n-word during an on-air discussion about discrimination against Italian-Americans.; Category: news
Title: Fort Worth shooting: Officers weren't asked to do welfare check. Here's how it changed things; Abstract: When Atatiana Jefferson's neighbor called police, he says he expected them to go check and see if she was OK.; Category: news
Title: Missing Minnesota boy, 6, and his dog, found in cornfield by drone with thermal camera; Abstract: A missing 6-year-old boy from Minnesota and his dog were found Wednesday after hundreds of volunteers including one who used his own drone with a thermal camera searched for him for hours.; Category: news
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: Bill Macy, Bea Arthur's Husband on 'Maude,' Dies at 97; Abstract: Norman Lear saw him choking on a chicken bone and brought him to Hollywood. The actor also appeared in 'My Favorite Year' and 'The Late Show.'; Category: news
Title: A vegan said she was 'poisoned for life' after accidentally eating meat. Here's the reality of what happens when you stop being vegan.; Abstract: Eating meat after years of veganism is rarely dangerous, but it may cause physical and mental symptoms, a dietitian said.; Category: health
Title: McConnell resolution prods Trump to keep troops in Syria; Abstract: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell introduced legislation Tuesday denouncing Turkey's invasion of northern Syria and gently prodding President Donald Trump to halt his withdrawal of U.S. troops from the embattled country. But McConnell, R-Ky., said lawmakers should refrain from imposing sanctions on Turkey for now, saying, "We don't want to further drive a NATO ally into the arms of the Russians." That puts him into...; Category: news
Title: Remembering Rep. Elijah Cummings, Atatiana Jefferson: 5 things to know Thursday; Abstract: Rep. Elijah Cummings to lie in state and Dallas pays final respects to Atatiana Jefferson. Here are 5 things to start your Thursday.; Category: news
Title: Air Canada will no longer call passengers 'ladies and gentlemen,' and will use the gender-neutral term 'everybody' instead; Abstract: The policy comes four months after Canada started allowing citizens mark their gender as "X," rather than male or female, on their passports.; Category: travel
Title: Trump accuses Obama of treason for 'spying' on his 2016 campaign; Abstract: President Trump has ratcheted up his claim that the Obama White House spied on his 2016 campaign.; Category: news
Title: Popeyes announces return date of its chicken sandwich and takes a dig at Chick-fil-A; Abstract: Popeyes is preparing to relaunch its popular chicken sandwich Sunday, which sold out in about two weeks. Sunday also is National Sandwich Day.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Artificial sweeteners: Why you don't know how much you're feeding your child; Abstract: Food labeling of artificial sweeteners can seem like alphabet soup, leaving some parents unaware they are feeding them to their children.; Category: health
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: Zantac Recall Update: Another Company Recalls Ranitidine Heartburn Drug Over Cancer Fears; Abstract: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is the latest company to issue a voluntary recall of ranitidine products over concerns regarding "probable" carcinogen NDMA.; Category: health
Title: WWE Wrestler Jordan Myles Quits in Expletive-Filled Rant as He Brands the Company Racist; Abstract: WWE Wrestler Jordan Myles Quits, Calls Company Racist; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It's a Wonderful Life (1946); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crunch: Fat Burning Dance Party (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Denise Austin: Fat-Blasting Yoga: 21 Days to a Yoga Body (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Denise Austin: Shrink Your Female Fat Zones (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carmen Electra's Fit to Strip (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghosts of the Abyss (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons: Season 1 (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Peter Pan (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 2 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oz: Season 1 (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Just Cause (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hannibal (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Simon Birch (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dazed and Confused (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comedian (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's New Groove (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stomp: Stomp Out Loud (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Riding in Cars with Boys (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: FahrenHYPE 9/11 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Too (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beethoven (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batteries Not Included (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride 2 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The NeverEnding Story (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beetlejuice (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Girl (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arrested Development: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Desperate Housewives: Season 1 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mallrats (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 3 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 3 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 7 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 5 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 9 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 6 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 4 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 2 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: The Series Finale (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 4 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 4 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 3 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 2 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amores Perros (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tuesdays with Morrie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arrested Development: Season 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 3 (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: See Spot Run (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curb Your Enthusiasm: Season 4 (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 13 Conversations About One Thing (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hulk (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Drumline (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Marines (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Analyze That (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 29 Palms (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Submarines (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Guilty by Association (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: It Runs in the Family (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Homicide (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City by the Sea (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Memoriam: New York City 9/11/01 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and the Beast: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Boy! (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Quinn (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cast a Giant Shadow (1966); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: He Got Game (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cry Freedom (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paths of Glory (1957); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How Green Was My Valley (1941); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghosts of the Abyss (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bonhoeffer (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wit (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oklahoma! (1955); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To End All Wars (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paradise Road (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Evelyn (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: First Do No Harm (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lorenzo's Oil (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shackleton's Antarctic Adventure: IMAX (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One True Thing (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Field (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Alamo (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Great Barrier Reef: IMAX (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Everest: IMAX (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Horse Whisperer (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stormchasers: IMAX (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Antarctica: IMAX (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Luther (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mission: Special Edition (1986); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In America (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Basic (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rules of Engagement (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Band of Brothers (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tigerland (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Empty (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miller's Crossing (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Speed: IMAX (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Straight Up: Helicopters in Action: IMAX (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In the Name of the Father (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sharpe 1: Sharpe's Rifles (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bobby Jones (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Am David (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something the Lord Made (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 9/11 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Office Special (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jingle All the Way (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Gospel of John (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Assault on Precinct 13 (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Joshua (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Endurance (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Autopsy Files (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man of the House (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Touching the Void (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pacifier (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Contender (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Because of Winn-Dixie (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Thunderbirds (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Surviving West Point (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Clearing (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NASCAR: The IMAX Experience (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Navy Seals: America's Secret Warriors (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beauty Shop (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: West Point: The First 200 Years (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beyond the Gates of Splendor (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Arlington: Field of Honor (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fat Albert (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Love's Enduring Promise (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Comes Softly (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Dragonfly Note Cards (Stationery, Boxed Cards); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: I love the design, color and the light embossing on the cards, I also like the design on the envelopes. They can be used for any occasion or would make a nice gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hummingbird Note Cards (Stationery, Boxed Cards); Author: Peter Pauper Press Inc.; Review: These cards are printed on high quality card stock. I love the color, design and slight embossing on these cards. They can be used for any occasion or make a nice gift. I gave these to my niece and she loves them. Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Navy Photo Album (Stores 48 4-inch x 6-inch photos, Brag Book); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: The album is of excellent quality. It holds 48 4x6 pictures and they easily slide into place. I like the magnetic closure. I bought another album and gave it to a friend and she loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fuchsia Blooms Stationery Set (Boxed Stationery); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: The design and colors of the Fuchsia blooms are beautiful and printed on high quality paper. This would also make a great gift. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Total Brain Workout: 450 Puzzles to Sharpen Your Mind, Improve Your Memory & Keep Your Brain Fit; Author: Visit Amazon's Marcel Danesi Page; Review: This book has a wide variety of puzzles and are arranged from the easiest to hardest. It gives a good explanation about the brain and how to improve it. It is a great book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brain Games #1: Lower Your Brain Age in Minutes a Day; Author: Editors of Publications International; Review: This book gives a good explanation of the brain and how to improve it. It has a wide variety of puzzles and are arranged from easiest to hardest. This is a great book and I like that it lays flat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The George Foreman Lean Mean Fat Reducing Grilling Machine Cookbook; Author: Visit Amazon's George Foreman Page; Review: This is a very good cookbook to have because it gives you tips on how to use the grill and it has a lot of recipes that are easy to follow and cook quickly. I have tried some of the marinades and rubs and they taste great. I like cooking kabobs on this and that it has recipes for veggies and it is easy to clean. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Believe Beaded Bookmark (Subway Art); Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: This bookmark is very nice. It was a gift for my niece and she loved it. Great quality, It comes in a protective sleeve which is nice. They make great gifts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Serenity Beaded Bookmark; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: I love the Serenity Prayer. This is a high quality bookmark. I love the design and colors in it. I bought 2 of these and gave the other to a friend and she loved is just as much. It comes in a protective sleeve, which is nice. The tassel and bead is an added bonus. They make great gifts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Know Your Bible: A Quick Guide on All Books Explained; Author: David Dailey; Review: This book is very informative and helpful. It explains what each book of the bible is about. Great book to have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Guide to the Bible; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen M. Miller Page; Review: This book is well written and easy to understand. The author gives an informative summary of each book in the bible. I like the additional information about the historical events and that it explains why some things happened. This is an excellent book for people who want to have a better understand the bible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 31 Days of Living Well and Spending Zero: Freeze Your Spending. Change Your Life.; Author: Visit Amazon's Ruth Soukup Page; Review: This book has gives very useful tips to save money. It also gives you resources and has helped me save money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patterns for; Author: Visit Amazon's Jade Summer Page; Review: A great book for beginners. The patterns a large enough so I can finish it without getting frustrated when I tried coloring smaller patterns. The patterns are pretty and is an easy way to relax.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A Father's Prayer; Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Wood Rondeau Page; Review: It was a good book, only that it was SO predictable. Pretty much knew what was going to happen all through it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Garden (The Collector); Author: Visit Amazon's Dot Hutchison Page; Review: I absolutely loved this story! Once I started reading it, I had a really hard time putting it down. . . The depth of the characters is amazing. An extremely well written and imaginative story . . . . .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Her Sister's Shoes; Author: Ashley H Farley; Review: I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have always felt that "family" is the most important thing in life. When you lose that family, life is incredibly difficult and lonely. Well written book . . .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Wolff Page; Review: I Loved this book. Found it be be very credible and well written. I give this 5 stars, for sure!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: False Identity; Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer Youngblood Page; Review: Enjoyed reading 'False Identity'. It was a fast and easy read. Had an interesting plot Will read more by this author; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Tea Tuesdays; Author: Visit Amazon's Ashley Farley Page; Review: I didn't like this book at first, but will not 'not finish' a book I start, I soon fell in love with this one and did not stop reading until finished ~ with a few tears ~ I might add (A few details hit close to home) . . . .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boots and Bedlam (Sweeney Sister Series) (Volume 3); Author: Ashley H Farley; Review: Loved this story ~ all the family love and togetherness. It is just as a family should be, patient, forgiving and tolerant of differences.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lowcountry Stranger (Sweeney Sisters Series) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Ashley Farley Page; Review: I enjoyed this book. It was A simple uncomplicated story. Was quick and easy without being emotional. I like this author !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Merry Mary; Author: Ashley H Farley; Review: I enjoyed the story. Was not thrilled with the ending, but it left it open for a sequel. Good author !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia Nights; Author: Visit Amazon's Ashley Farley Page; Review: This was one good book. I had a feeling when/if Ellie found the sister the sister, it would not go well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gracie's Secret: A heartbreaking page turner that will stay with you forever; Author: Visit Amazon's Jill Childs Page; Review: Immensely enjoyed this book. Had some reservations about Matt early on, although was a bit surprised at the out come at the end. Was a thought provoking story . . .; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: News anchor calls out body-shaming comments after being told she looks 'mighty big on TV'; Abstract: Nina Harrelson of WREG in Memphis took to social media on Sunday to call out critics who share their unsolicited opinions about women's bodies.; Category: lifestyle
Title: MLB free-agent predictions: Rankings, rumors for the top players on the market; Abstract: We'll take a quick look at why 10 players will be attractive as free agents, a couple of places they might wind up and then a prediction.; Category: sports
Title: Anna Faris Sparks Engagement Rumors With Boyfriend Michael Barrett; Abstract: Actress Anna Faris has sparked rumors of an engagement with cinematographer Michael Barrett after two years of dating. Get the details on the Mom star's diamond ring!; Category: entertainment
Title: Jennifer Lopez Reacts to Lisa Rinna Dressing Up as Her for Halloween: 'She Looked Awesome'; Abstract: Jennifer Lopez Reacts to Lisa Rinna Dressing Up as Her for Halloween; Category: movies
Title: Black cat visits field during Cowboys-Giants game on 'Monday Night Football'; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Daphne Oz Just Shared the Most Relatable Abs Photo 10 Weeks After Giving Birth; Abstract: The 33-year-old host of "Master Chef Junior" shared a super-relatable selfie on Monday.; Category: health
Title: Reba McEntire Confirms Split From BF Skeeter Lasuzzo After 2 Years Together; Abstract: Reba McEntire Confirms Split From BF Skeeter Lasuzzo After 2 Years Together; Category: music
Title: Jennifer Aniston Just Gave a Rare Look at Her Natural Hair Texture; Abstract: She's got waves for days.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Pregnant U.S. women's soccer star Alex Morgan still plans to play in 2020 Summer Olympics; Abstract: Alex Morgan, a key member of the 2019 women's World Cup championship team, hopes to play in the 2020 Olympics despite expected a baby in April.; Category: sports
Title: Look of the day: Ashley Graham's latest sizzling maternity look & more celeb style; Abstract: Bella Hadid attended the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards in an Alexander Wang jumpsuit embellished with nipple and belly-button jewels.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Tucson's first Latina mayor and other historic wins; Abstract: From Kentucky's first African American Attorney General to the first Muslim woman to serve on the Virginia Senate, a handful of candidates across the country made history.; Category: news
Title: Nick Saban on Donald Trump attending Alabama-LSU: It's an honor he's interested enough to come; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: One of FBI's Most Wanted fugitives offers surrender; Abstract: One of the FBI's Most Wanted fugitives says he wants to surrender but claims his offers are being ignored by the United States government.; Category: news
Title: 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 books as follows:
Title: Photoshop Elements 4 For Dummies; Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara Obermeier Page; Review: Not really crazy about the format, but when taking my time I find everything I need to do what I want to do.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History; Author: Chris; McEwen, Scott; DeFelice, Jim Kyle; Review: Very interesting from a first person perspective on his service. It is not a "How To" manual or in depth insight into Seal training.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragon NaturallySpeaking For Dummies; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephanie Diamond Page; Review: I have a Mac-this was written with a windows user in mind. A lot of the controls work the same--a lot don't. Since I had to buy Dragon Dictate (the Mac version of Naturally Speaking). I can't blame the book, I should have known better. If you have a Mac, this isn't your best choice.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The codebreakers; Author: Visit Amazon's David Kahn Page; Review: Extremely interesting and informative to me. I couldn't put it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drawing Realistic Clothing and People with Lee Hammond; Author: Visit Amazon's Lee Hammond Page; Review: Like most of Lee's books, this one takes you where she says you will go. If drawing realistically is your goal, this will help you get there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Perry Ellis, Sweet Bay Collection Duvet Set, Full/Queen; Brand: Perry Ellis; Review: This duvet is a good value and is exactly what I was looking for. We have dogs on our bed a lot of the time so I needed something that would hold up and be a good color choice in that it needed to not show a lot of dirt. It is also a pattern for women or men (not too frilly but yet has a nice pattern). We painted our bedroom a blue color from the duvet and all is good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Household Essentials 2199 Floor to Ceiling Revolving Shoe Rack | Adjustable Baskets Hold 36 Pairs | Chrome; Brand: Household Essentials; Review: We only have a limited space behind our bedroom door and an over-the-door shoe rack was ok but this product works much better and actually more fits on it. The product looks neat and compact.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Victorinox Tomatoknife yellow; Brand: Victorinox; Review: My dad was actually looking for this knife and could not get it in the store so when ordering it for him I ordered one for myself and one for him and it's a nice, sharp knife for a great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilton 2105-1366 Oven Right Toaster Oven Slider Cookie Sheet Pan, 8x10 Inch, Non-Stick.; Brand: Wilton; Review: A high quality cookie sheet that fits the toaster perfectly!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: McKay 12 oz Metal Can Crusher / Smasher, Crushes Soda Cans and Beer Cans; Brand: McKay; Review: The can crusher is great, really makes cans crush small.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Stuttgart NeckarPark; City: Stuttgart Baden Wurttemberg; Review: I've stayed here twice in the last couple of years and the hotel is ideal for the Mercedes Museum and is a 5-10 minutes drive from Stuttgart City Centre. Free on-road parking is a bonus and they do have an undercover car park at cost if all the spaces are full (as can be the case as it's located right in between two big stadiums, neither of which caused any disturbance in either of my stays, despite events being held there). The room is very modern, wi-fi is free (and works very well) and the food in the restaurant, whilst being limited in choice, was also very nice. Breakfast is superb!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ochsen; City: Lenzburg Canton of Aargau; Review: This hotel had large clean and modern rooms with the best pressed linen I've ever seen! Free Swiss chocolate is given in the room and on checking out which was a really nice touch (and very good chocolate it is too!) The hotel has two fantastic restaurants, one Mexican and one with more upmarket food - they were both full with locals (always a good sign) but the owner, who was working in the restaurant, found us a table and the food was delicious! Breakfast was typical continental / Swiss and very nice too. All the staff we came across spoke very good English and were extremely pleasant - the two (husband and wife) owners are to be seen working throughout the hotel and were very good to us despite our poor (non-existent!) German. Free parking is a bonus and Lenzburg is a nice quaint little town.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Interlaken; City: Interlaken Bernese Oberland Canton of Bern; Review: I've stayed in this hotel twice in the last couple of years and both times have been a real pleasure. The decor in the public areas is really nice and they've kept some of the original stone walls and flooring on show so it has a really cosy feel in places. The bar is particularly nice and the service from the bar and restaurant staff is fantastic, with English being very well spoken by everyone. The restaurant is especially worthy of mention as it has a really authentic menu and the quality of food is exceptional (the fondue and flambe skewers very nice!). The rooms are quite small but nicely decorated and the views of the mountains surrounding Interlaken makes it feel really special. Their reception gave good advice on the local area and we ended up arranging our train journey up the Jungfrau with the hotel - they even helped us get the best discounts. Highly recommend for a stay in the Interlaken region.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Riviera Palm Springs A Tribute Portfolio Resort; City: Palm Springs Greater Palm Springs Cal; Review: What a great property - the lobby and public areas are very retro and it generally had a feeling of being a really cool place to be. The room was large, contemporary and everything you could ask for - not sure how the previous reviewer could have a problem with it. Bathroom was big and had a very good shower. But the best bit was the pool area! We really enjoyed basking in the desert sun with the fantastic backdrop of palm trees and mountains. I attempted to rent one of their pool loungers (essentially a big bean bag that floats on the water) which at $20 for the whole day was OK by me....but they ended up letting me have it for free as I was the only one who asked for one. Nice touch. Bar and restaurant area was also very nice, largely following the retro theme of the reception area. The only things I could have wished for was for the hotel to be closer to the centre of Palm Springs (it's a good 20 minute walk or 3 minute drive/taxi), a slightly faster check-in process (initially there was only one person helping a large group) and.....a longer stay (we were only here for two nights). Our experience at this hotel will certainly help draw us half way round the world again and back to Palm Springs!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Slate; City: Nai Yang Sakhu Thalang District Phuket; Review: We've been guests at this hotel for the last week and are on our second stay here, the first being in 2011. I've got to start with a word of warning....to take no notice of any review that's anything less than positive about this outstanding hotel. OK, it's not a sterile or stuffy kind of experience with shiny marble everywhere, instead it's unique, interesting and inspired. If you seek the perfection of the former and don't want to experience something a little different, I'm sure there's a number of alternative places that'll pander to your stuck-up expectations. If you prefer the latter, stick with me. I honestly can't fathom why anyone would be anything other than delighted by this incredible property, the service and the facilities. I've stayed in various high-end places around the world and so far, nothing betters Indigo Pearl for sheer wow factor. Whilst there's always some trepidation returning to a much-loved place for a second time, I can honestly sat that it's only got better. From the moment you walk into the open reception and experience the splendid check-in experience and 'that' special Indigo Pearl signature scent, the bar is set high and remains that way in everything this hotel offers. Even before we arrived, the communication with the hotel to arrange transport and room type was very friendly, professional and prompt. Indeed, the service from everyone has been outstanding. I'm amazed at some comments about how some employees struggle with English, when the people making those comments are fully aware they've travelled to a country which is not English speaking! Regardless, every person we've encountered has spoken sufficient English, and the best thing is that everyone tries their best, be that bar / restaurant staff, cleaners or maintenance people you come across throughout the vast property. I get the feeling every employee genuinely wants to make you feel welcome and valued, and special mentions to Ei, who works in the hotel bars and is outrageously friendly, Sea in the Spa, Apple on reception and not least, Bua who kept our suite amazingly clean. They and everyone else we've come across have been delightful. The property itself really is vast and must be a nightmare to keep standards high, which the hotel does a pretty good job of. The gardens and overall design are fabulous, the pools exceptional. There are three of them; the main family pool which when viewed with the restaurant/bar behind it, looks like an oasis on the edge of a forest. There's two adult pools, our favourite being the one with a great swim up bar (which serves food and drink) and a lovely infinity edge that overlooks the vast gardens. This is not in the slightest a traditionally designed hotel, and is all the better for it. The tin and concrete theme is prevalent throughout and is very well executed. The owners and designers of this place are clearly inspired, as the detail throughout is incredible - from the room decor to the cutlery in the restaurants to the trinkets around the pools,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Halifax Town Centre; City: Halifax West Yorkshire England; Review: Can't ask for more really - friendly staff on check in, subsidised parking which was easy to use and a nice clean and comfortable room in a town centre hotel. All for under £40 for two people so great value!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Alpina Gstaad; City: Gstaad Saanen Canton of Bern; Review: Difficult to add more to the already exceptionally positive reviews, but suffice to say they are correct. The actual property itself is quite something, designed and built with no apparent regard for budget. The underground arrival experience is like nothing else and the hotel bar and restaurants are simply beautiful. Despite being ultra modern and exceptionally clean (the place still looks brand new), it still has a traditional Swiss chalet-style about it , both outside and in, but especially in the wooden clad bedrooms. The views from all sides, whether over the village of Gstaad or the rolling mountains to the rear are pure Swiss countryside. The inside (and also underground) pool is probably the best I've seen anywhere, feeling rather like being in a pool in an u underground cave. The outside heated pool is also nice, even in winter when it cold outside you can get into the comfortable 32 degree water. This would also be lovely in summer. The service was also really very good, maybe even a touch too full-on as the team are clearly used to dealing with very wealthy customers who have high expectations. On the day we left, the concierge did an excellent job putting our luggage in the car whilst we enjoyed breakfast. The restaurant ambience and the quality of food are also worthy of mention, as is the excellent system which gives you 100 CHF per person per night to spend in any of the restaurants. Worth noting that this allowance can also be used towards drinks consumed in the restaurant (not the bar though) and the value is more than adequate to enjoy a good meal and drinks almost for free. I say 'free', but then you are paying for it in the room rate and this leads me onto the cost of the place. Jesus Christ, I've stayed in some expensive places around the world but nothing, anywhere, comes close to Alpina! But then you'll know this before you book the place so it should be no surprise, just don't go expecting anything different after you arrive. What the high price does drive, from my observation, is a very wealthy clientele. This isn't really a 'problem', but just be conscious of this as I'm sure it could be somewhat intimidating for those (like us) where a hotel such as this is an indulgence rather than the norm. Any downsides? Not really, although the breakfast choice could be better. In isolation there's nothing wrong with it at all, but compared to what we experienced the previous year in the Crans Ambassador (in the resort of Crans-Montana), the choice isn't anything special. For the cost of the place, it really should have been the very best I've had.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara; City: Hamim Liwa Oasis Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: The location of this resort defies belief, even more so when you consider the condition, cleanliness and upkeep are all right at the top end of what you'd expect of a resort. The resort itself, facilities and pool are exactly how one would imagine a desert oasis and are nothing short of spectacular. The hotel has a fantastic range of desert activities to keep you entertained and these are really well organised and great fun. The 4 restaurants were all extremely high in quality, with probably one of the finest breakfast buffets we've ever experienced. Equally the grill restaurant, buffet and authentic desert-based Arabian restaurants were all fantastic. Service is nothing short of perfect and what you'd expect given the high prices, and yes the place is very expensive but they you're getting very high end luxury in the middle of one of the most isolated places on earth so that's to be expected. Highly recommtnded and we will certainly be going back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ochsen; City: Lenzburg Canton of Aargau; Review: What a great place, this was our fourth stay in this hotel. Located in the little town of Lenzburg, about a 15-20 minute drive from Zurich. The hotel is really quaint, family run and with very efficient and friendly team. The rooms are comfortable, spacious and spectacularly clean. You also get a free minibar with all sorts of treats. Free parking opposite the hotel. The restaurant is really nice, and has recently been totally renovated. Very broad menu and all dishes we ate were grea, if quite expensive (this is not a cheap place). The included breakfast is lovely with some of the nicest bread, cheese, Irangate juice and coffee you'll get anywhere. Highly recommended for anyone looking to stay in northern Switzerland.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Villas at AYANA Resort; City: Jimbaran South Kuta Bali; Review: Let me first say that whilst we stayed in the Villa's on this resort, we spent the week experiencing the Ayana and Rimba areas of the resort so assuming Trip Advisor allow, I will be posting this review under all three properties as it applies to all of them. We've stayed in many premium / high-end places in Europe, Asia and the USA and I've got to firstly say that nothing so far has come close to this facility for all round appeal. As my title says, it is truly spectacular in every way. Firstly, there's the vast property. It's huge, which is a good thing if like us, you want variety throughout your stay. The whole place is immaculate and maintained to an exceptional standard, and everywhere you look is spectacularly clean. If you've come across other comments that suggest any part of this property, whether or be Ayana or Rimba, is looking old or worn then it's utter nonsense as the place looks perfect, and in some places, brand new. Unless there's something wrong with you, one cannot fail to be impressed with the physical standard here, and the variety of pools, gardens and property across the resort proved genuinely enticing every single day we were here. Location wise, you're not going to be exploring things outside the resort without taking a taxi (it would take you half an hour to just walk to the resort entrance) but it's conveniently only a few minutes drive from Jimbaran and 20 minutes or so from the airport and most other southern Bali attractions. It's close enough to see planes coming in to land across the ocean, yet far enough away so you don't hear them. To be honest, we enjoyed the resort so much we didn't venture off it for the whole week (having done the more cultural part of our trip when we were in Ubud a few days before coming to Ayana). Then we have the service. Now, Balinese people typically provide very genuine and outstanding service (they're just culturally very good at it) and it's no different here at Ayana and Rimba. The service from everyone, whether it be pool staff, in the restaurants, housekeeping and the lobby is just outstanding. Everyone always has a smile on their face, everyone says hello and even started to remember us by name after a few days which is impressive when you consider the scale and capacity of the place. The team cannot do enough for you and everyone genuinely seems to enjoy working here. You could not ask or expect a better level of genuine service. Food. Now I must admit I was a little nervous about this given some suggestions in other reviews that it was OK, but nothing special. Utter nonsense again. As I said at the start, we've been lucky enough to sample some great places across the world and this is right up there with the best of them. We did not have a bad meal here, whether it be snacks at the pool or food in; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: Booked this hotel for a short overnight stopover on the way from London to Bali. It's a short 5 min and 45HKD taxi ride from the airport, and the hotel offers a free shuttle too (although you need to call them to pick you up so we just got in a taxi. We will use the free shuttle to go back to the airport). Check in was fast and friendly, with free wifi and free cocktail offers if you're a Marriott rewards member which is a nice touch (if you're not a member, don't moan about it and instead just spend the 30 seconds it takes to join up for free). Public areas are really nicely decorated although be aware this is a large and very busy hotel. The room is OK, it's a good size and finished with nice fittings. Bathroom less impressive and is my reason for a 4 star rather than 5 star rating. It's a bit dated and not quite as pristine as it should be, but I guess it's no worse than you'll find in other major chain big city hotels.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara; City: Hamim Liwa Oasis Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: This was our second visit to this hotel and it was no less special than the first. Amazing attention to detail from the staff who recognised my birthday on arrival despite not being advised (must have taken it from my passport details the first time we arrived, but amazing nonetheless). Food quality here is absolutely worst class - without doubt, one of (if not the) best buffet breakfast I have had anywhere in the world. Superb grill with lovely rooftop setting, and although it is very expensive it is worth it. The room, the facilities, the pool and the swim up bar are all very well designed and kept amazingly clean which is something of a miracle given the desert environment. Hugely recommended, and well worth the 2hr drive from Abu Dhabi for something truly unique and special.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: JW Comfy Perch for Birds; Brand: JW; Review: Perfect size for our Eclectus' feet. We have it as a sort of staircase against the back of the cage and she enjoys sitting on it when she wants to hang back and watch things. She loves shredding crispier things (cardboard, vines, etc.) and she hasn't gone after the cotton on this perch yet. Update: 4 months later she's diligently shredding the bottom of the perch. Guess we'll be ordering a new one soon for after she reaches the wire.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harrison's High Potency Coarse 1lb; Brand: Harrison's Bird Foods; Review: The ingredients are great, and this actually smells good - for pet food. Unfortunately my parrot is barely willing to tolerate it, so I won't be buying it again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Company of Animals - Clix Multi-Clicker Dog Trainer, Blue; Brand: The Company of Animals; Review: When turned down to minimum volume my parrot really likes this. The higher ones make her a little jumpy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Volkman Avian Science Super Eclectus Diet; Brand: Volkman; Review: My Eclectus has been eating seeds for the 12 years before I adopted her, and this seemed like the healthiest blend. She absolutely will not eat any kind of pellet. She's hesitant to try new things, but slowly learning that she likes this. She doesn't like dried fruit or sunflower seeds, and throws most of them out, so that's not a problem for us.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Volkman Seed Featherglow Fancy Soak & Simmer 2lb; Brand: Volkman Seed Company Inc; Review: My Eclectus had never had beans before, and she loves this. After eating it for breakfast she's in a happy food coma, and then hyper for the rest of the day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harrison's Adult Lifetime Fine 1lb; Brand: Harrison's Bird Foods; Review: This is the first pellet that my eclectus will actually eat! For one thing I think she loves the size, it's perfect for grinding.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CaitecPerch & Go Polycarbonate Bird Carrier, Clear View Travel Cage; Brand: Paradise Toys; Review: This was a xmas present. Our Eclectus is 15 and she's never had a carrier. At first she was perplexed by the 'force field' and would refuse to be in the box. But we took out the perch and lined the carrier with cardboard, and now she's decided it's a nest! She even growled at me for moving it. This wasn't hard for me to put together but did require force. It's very secure and we don't worry about her escaping. It came with a perfectly sized perch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harrison's High Potency Fine 1lb …; Brand: Harrison's Bird Foods; Review: My Eclectus refused to eat the course size, but she's happy to nibble on this. It's great to finally find a healthy bird food that she'll deign to eat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Tithe (Modern Faerie Tales, #1); Author: Holly Black; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Great book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Dark Materials (His Dark Materials #1-3); Author: Philip Pullman; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: All time favorite books... the best <3; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter, #3); Author: J.K. Rowling; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: My favorite of the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Eyes of the Dragon; Author: Stephen King; Genres: young-adult, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I believe this was my first Stephen King novel, the one that got me hooked. I've read it so many times, and each time it seems so much better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreamcatcher; Author: Stephen King; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: My favorite Stephen King novel.... Not his usual writing style, but amazing nevertheless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer: My Life at Rose Red; Author: Joyce Reardon; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Great book. Scary, makes you want to find this house.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Giver (The Giver, #1); Author: Lois Lowry; Genres: young-adult, children, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: A novel about a mind controlled society. Scary to think about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood and Chocolate; Author: Annette Curtis Klause; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadowland; Author: Peter Straub; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Eerie... very strange.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ella Enchanted; Author: Gail Carson Levine; Genres: history, young-adult, children, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: One of my favorite. I read it in 5th grade, and re-read it so many times. great twist on a fairy tale we've all heard.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Looking Glass Wars (The Looking Glass Wars, #1); Author: Frank Beddor; Genres: history, young-adult, children, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: amazing book =] loved it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: True Confections; Author: Katharine Weber; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I won Katharine Weber's novel "True confections" through Goodread's First Read's giveaway section. It came packaged with little true confections wrapped candies. Completely unknown to me before hand, the story takes place in a city quite close to my hometown, giving it a very familiar feel right away. Weber's novel is like watching a food channel special on candy production mixed with a reality TV hell where a family bickers and feuds within each other, with chocolate tidbits and facts thrown in everywhere, and mother/sister/in-law drama steaming every page. The story can be jumbled at times, giving it a rambling friend quality, that can be annoying, but somehow you still can't put it down. Overall it is a great story, although I feel it could have been a little more organized in plot.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blue Moon (The Immortals, #2); Author: Alyson Noel; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book was so good, but so messed up. It kept you on the edge of your seat wanting to know what was going to happen the whole way, then at the end, your so mad at how it ends, you can't possibly wait to open the 3rd one to see how they fix what happened.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greetings from Jungleland; Author: Michael Fortner; Genres: non-fiction; Review: I won this book through Goodreads Giveaways. I swore I wrote a review for this book when I read it a few years ago, and I was so disappointed to see that it had not saved/posted. I really enjoyed this book! I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep Blue Secret (The Water Keepers, #1); Author: Christie Anderson; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: The storyline and plot were excellent, a very unique idea and intriguing, but the author's writing was very hard to get through at some points. Worth reading as a time passer for an interesting story, but not for someone who is looking for syntax, grammer, and correct usage of words.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (Spellbound, #1); Author: Monique N. Peterson; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: One of the best young adult fantasy novels I've read in quite a while! Bea was abandoned by her parents as an infant. She was left on the King and Queen Renaldo's doorstep with an note asking for her care in return for her service as a housemaid until she turns 18. The kind royal family took her in and cared for her as their own with Bea finding a best friend in the royal princess. That is until the Queen died in childbirth, and the King remarried. Soon after the King is brutally murdered and his new wife changes everything. Bea is left to her housemaid duties and her best friend is wisked away and hidden. As Bea is approaching her 18th birthday her life continues to spiral out of control. She finds love in unexpected places, but with a tragic prophecy that promises her misery anyway she turns. She learns that friends may be enemies, and a war breaks out in the kingdom. Bea will do anything to save the ones she holds dear, while trying to unravel her place in the world, and learn about the mystery of her past. Beautifully written, and promises to hold you on the edge of your seat until the last page. A must read for those who love fantasy but have tired of the cliche love stories of our day. Anxiously waiting for the second installment to continue Bea's story from this new author who gives a fresh take on young adult literature.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.K.: A Novel of Ultimate Betrayal; Author: Adriana Sifakis; Genres: fiction; Review: I won this book through Goodreads giveaways. I really enjoyed this book! It was very intense but really kept me hooked til I finished it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love You to Pieces!; Author: Barbara Benson Keith; Genres: children; Review: I received this as a giveaway through Goodreads First Reads. This book was so cute! I read it to my nephew and he loves it! The rhyming makes it fun for kids, the story illustrates exactly what I want him to know I feel for him, and the art work is incredibly! Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allies and Enemies (Storm of Arranon #3); Author: R.E. Sheahan; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I won a copy of this book through Goodreads Giveaways. I loved this story! It was very intriguing from the very beginning. I highly recommend checking this out!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greater Expectations; Author: Alexander McCabe; Genres: romance; Review: Great read! Very funny, but also quite thought provoking. Interesting to see a man's take on love and dating. Loved the ending. Hoping for a sequel, as I was not quite done with the story yet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jesus and Mary Chain: Barbed Wire Kisses; Author: Zoe Howe; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: I won this book through Goodreads Giveaways. It was really interesting to learn more about this band. I did not know much about them and I found the book informative, intriguing, and funny at the same time. It felt real. I enjoyed it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Karma; Author: John Rebell; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: I won a copy of this book through Goodreads Giveaways. I loved it! It was an intense ride of a book. Definitely highly recommended to all thriller fans!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Tragic Age; Author: Stephen Metcalfe; Genres: romance, children, young-adult, fiction; Review: I won this book through Goodreads Giveaways. I really enjoyed reading this book. It really kept me hooked til I finished.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tethered Through Time (Time, #1); Author: B.A. Dillon; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: ** spoiler alert ** I received an ARC copy of this book for a review! I loved this book. It was a different kind of story for me, as I usually don't read much romance/erotica. I however did enjoy it. The story was pretty unique as I have not read much in the way of reincarnation and past lives. I loved how throughout the book you got a bit more of the past right up until the end. I wish we had seen more of Mia in the book though, as she had such an important impact on the ending. The shock value was there, but I would have liked to know her character better throughout the novel. I felt like her vision came out of left field a bit. Other than that though, I started the book and flew through it in a few days. I really enjoyed it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Presto 02970 Professional SaladShooter Electric Slicer/Shredder, Black; Brand: Presto; Review: Just ok; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Chicago Metallic Commercial II Traditional Uncoated Large Jelly Roll Pan, 16-3/4 by 12-Inch; Brand: Chicago Metallic; Review: Good pan; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunbeam Luxurious Velvet Plush King Heated Blanket with 20 Heat Settings, Auto-Off, 2-Digital Controllers, 5 Yr Warranty; Brand: Sunbeam; Review: The package was previously opened. The bags were ripped opened and no instructions were there. The blanket was stuck to the box bottom. The blanket doesn't heat up properly. Cold and one strip is warm. The controls don't work right. I will need to return this for a NEW BLANKET; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bialetti Moka Express 9 cup Espresso Maker; Brand: Bialetti; Review: I am only giving this espresso maker three stars because of the following issues: the silver coating on the metal part of the unit that cooks on the stove is starting to peel off, and I only made roughly 20 batches of espresso with it. Secondly, my electric coils turn black where the metal part of this espresso machine rests while cooking. I'm concerned that my electric coil is going to burn out. None of my other stainless steel pots turn my stove coil rings black while cooking like this espresso pot does. I'm currently looking for another espresso stovetop pot that is a 100 percent high grade stainless steel construction with no painted on coating. Frankly , in my opinion, this esspresso pot is made of very cheap aluminium with a very cheap silver coating of some type of paint--it looks like it was in China, not Italy.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breville BMF600XL Milk Cafe Milk Frother; Brand: Breville; Review: This is an excellent milk frother machine. When using the machine to make milk for espresso, I take half and half and dilute it with an equal amount of purified water. It makes a very nice creamy, hot with lots of froth liquid. The Breville company is a very good company to do business with in the event you need parts. We have a Breville broiler oven that cooks pizzas beautifully! I ordered a new tray for that oven; it arrived in three days perfectly packaged. I also ordered extra parts for the milk frother with no issues. I highly recommend this company and their products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Optimus F-6212 Oscillating Antique Table Fan, 12-Inch, Antique Silver; Brand: Optimus; Review: Great running and attractive fan. It's been in use now for two years, running constantly through the summer months. It has a powerful motor with two speeds, and an oscillator. The fan is old school in appearance; when running on high speed, it does makes some noise--but it is solid and dependable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leifheit 03131 Extra Wide Stainless Steel Lid and Jar Opener | Black and Silver; Brand: Leifheit; Review: Here is a very handy well made bottle and jar opener. It is light weight and has several effective positions to grab a small bottle cap or a large jar lid.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bellemain French Press - Extra Filters Included - Coffee and Tea Maker - Stainless Steel - 34 fl. oz; Brand: Bellemain; Review: Well made, and easy to pour French press--cleans up quickly. Coffee tastes fresh and great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic Microwave Oven NN-SN686S Stainless Steel Countertop/Built-In with Inverter Technology and Genius Sensor, 1.2 Cu. Ft, 1200W; Brand: Panasonic; Review: Superb microwave. Cooks faster than any other microwave oven.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CG HOME Wool Plaid Blanket Throw Tartan with Fringe | Warm and Luxurious, Large, Soft, Thick | for Winter; Brand: CG HOME; Review: Beautiful, well made blanket.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Disney Princess Ballet Studio; Brand: ; Review: Santa brought this for my 17 month old who desperately wanted something princess of her own like big sister. They both play with it and LOVE it! I was able to find all the extra princesses at Target. We got Jasmine with the Aladdin DVD, but I later saw her at Target also. I also had the same problem with the back of it staying together. A little super glue fixed that problem! Overall it was worth the money to see my girls' enjoyment!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fisher Price Learning Home; Brand: Fisher-Price; Review: My mom accidently got a repeat of something Santa got my 16 month old daughter-the Pop-Onz Table, which by the way is also excellent. We were trying to figure out what else she could get and saw this. Since it was 4 days before Christmas, we had to search a few different Toys R Us locations to find it. It was well worth the trouble. My daughter LOVES it and plays with it everyday. It teaches so many things and it wasn't long before she started to say "Open and Close!" My three year old also plays with it. As far as durability- it seems very durable. My only complaint is that you have to push hard when closing the mailbox to get it to respond. I was sceptical of it at first because of the price, but it was well worth the money!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InteracTV DVD System Compilation In-Pack; Brand: ; Review: My youngest daughter received this as a birthday gift. I read all the reviews when my friend said she wanted to get it for her and was very concerned. I was very relieved when we had no problems programing this device with both of our Sony DVD players. One of which is 7 years old! Both my girls (3 1/2 and 2) love it! It is so easy for them to use and they are really learning alot. Some toys call themselves educational but really aren't. This one is the real thing. It is a great alternative to kids just watching regular TV. I was surprised at what a great product this is for the money! What a great deal!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Baby Care Center; Brand: ; Review: I saw this adorable nursery online, but it is currently unavailable. I e-mailed Toys R Us directly through [...] about locating one. A customer service person called me a few days later to tell me he had located one in one of my area stores. He put it on hold for me and I was able to pick it up the next day. I was so impressed with the customer service! The nursery is really a good value for $29.99. My two year old is going to love it! Good luck finding one if you are still looking! Hope this information helps.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Magic Hair Fairytale Princess Dora Doll; Brand: ; Review: My three year old begged for this Dora, so when she FINALLY was potty trained, we took her to Toys R Us to get one. She is so adorable. Both my girls love to brush her hair. I like the fact that you can make her work without the wand by pressing the large button on her hat. I do have to encourge them to keep her hair brushed so it won't get tangled, but Dora herself does a great job of reminding them! I think this is the best Dora I have seen so far. My niece is now begging for one for her birthday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shout Elmo; Brand: ; Review: They are obviously running out of new ideas for Elmo. This Elmo is obnoxious and quite frankly a little scary. We played with him in the store and he fell out of the shelf on top of my daughter while vigorously waving his arms. She is a big fan of Elmo, but DID NOT like this one. We could not even get him to stop- he was already not working properly. Get Check-Up Elmo- he is much better!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Notos Heights Hotel Suites; City: Malia Crete; Review: just got back from malia with my friend a few days ago. stayed in the notos studios for one week they were basic but okay! new block looked loads better :( wasnt any air con which was a big let down !! & not much facilities to make anything to eat but we didnt mind as we ate out each night the staff are friendly and the pool is lovely. good size & plenty of sunbeds !! would recommend this hotel to young people looking for partying only 10 mins from the stip !! didnt go to beach as looked a canny walk !! did booze cruise which was good :) would return but try and get new apartment; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Blu Sharm; City: Sharm El Sheikh South Sinai Red Sea and Sinai; Review: i went to egypt with my boyfriend in november 09 for the first time stayed in the aqua blu, rooms were clean and spacious food was ok, same every night !! choice of restaurants though, pizza from the italian was nice weather really good and enjoyed the pools and slides very much visited naama bay a few nights, you do get pestered allot but apart from that was nice would definatley return; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Puchet; City: Sant Antoni de Portmany Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: I have just returned from a week at the hotel puchet & loved it !! it has recently been renovated & the rooms are fab, very clean. I stayed here on a party holiday with a friend, good location. about 5-10 minutes from the ibiza rocks bar & linekers bar & about 15 minutes from the west end. Close to es paradis & Eden too !! supermarket at the hotel very well priced. we bought a litre of vodka for just 8 euros - perfect for pre drinks !! this hotel is a 2wentys hotel so you can purchase packages & club tickets from here too would defo return !! :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coral Sea Sensatori Sharm El Sheikh; City: Sharm El Sheikh South Sinai Red Sea and Sinai; Review: Returned from a week at the Sensatori Sharm yesterday. Stayed for one week in a sea view jacuzzi room! Was a little worried about some bad reviews but had the best holiday & there isn't a single bad point !! This was our 3rd time in Sharm & generally eat out but decided to give the all inclusive a go.. Many restaurants to choose from and it feels like you are eating out every night !! Upgraded to eat at the stonegrill for my boyfriends birthday, worth the extra money & not too pricey :-) also ate at the italian, asian and buffet restaurants - All fab :-) .. We had visited Naama bay many times on our previous holidays and were used to the hussle and bussle so ate out one night - You do get pestered alot :-( !! Discovered Soho square was only a ten minute taxi ride from our hotel so ate out here one night too - Much much better !! we didnt get hassled once !! More classy shopping malls, an ice rink and we even went to the ice bar !! Good fun but a little on the small side .. All the Staff at the Sensatori are happy and friendly - They couldn't do enough for you !! Bringing round water and any other drinks by the pool and on the beach all day :-) .. Evening meals and bars were the same, they sometimes brought over another drink just as you had finished the one before !! Nice touch :-) We did get a little tummy upset but nothing major !! All the restaurants have hand gel as you walk through and we did see staff checking the temperature of the food .. Everywhere is super clean and tidy !! Would suggest paying a little extra to have a sea view swim up room or a jacuzzi room !! Would love to return :-) !!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Chambers Park Place; City: Leeds West Yorkshire England; Review: What an absolutely gorgeous place to stay !! I booked this as a surprise for my boyfriend's birthday on Saturday 2nd November as the reviews on trip advisor all looked fantastic !! We got an early train into Leeds on the Saturday morning and walked to The Chambers (only a 5 minute walk). The staff were super friendly and stored our luggage while we headed off for a days shopping in Leeds !! The shopping is amazing, so many different shopping centers, bars and restaurants !! .. We headed back to check in around 4pm to chill out for a bit before heading out for our evening meal, such a nice surprise, I booked a studio and was upgraded to a 1 bedroom apartment. It was absolutely gorgeous, fantastic decor and very very clean !! There are some lovely touches complimentary such as; milk, bread, beans, cereal, biscuits. Such a nice idea so you can have a leisurely breakfast before check out at 11 the next morning !! .. Highly recommend The Chambers to anybody !! :-) ***; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Batman (1989); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
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: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin (1992); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dumb & Dumber (Dumb and Dumber) (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and the Beast (1991); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical, Romance, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Net, The (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lion King, The (1994); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Addams Family Values (1993); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crow, The (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: First Knight (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nell (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Much Ado About Nothing (1993); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with Wikipedia articles as follows:
Title: primate city; Description: largest city in its country or region
Title: Tuamotus; Description: archipelago in French Polynesia
Title: Apollo 15; Description: mission in the United States Apollo space program
Title: Diomede Islands; Description: island group
Title: Wheeler Peak; Description: mountain in United States of America
Title: World Youth Day; Description: event for young people organized by the Catholic Church
Title: Lunga Point; Description: landform
Title: Read my lips: no new taxes; Description: political catch phrase
Title: moon landing; Description: arrival of a spacecraft on the surface of the Moon
Title: Ministry for Intra-German Relations; Description: government agency
Title: home run; Description: in baseball, a 4-base hit, often by hitting the ball over the outfield fence between the foul poles without 1st touching the ground; inside-the-park home runs—where the batter reaches home safely while the ball is in play—are possible but rare
Title: bear; Description: term in gay culture for heavily hairy, and usually muscular and bearded men | wikirec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Royal Bath Hotel Spa; City: Bournemouth Dorset England; Review: I decided to stay here one evening as I thought it was suppose to be a really top hotel. Being mid week I thought I had bagged myself a bargain at £59 a night (room only) I called the hotel before arrival, had to call 3 times to get through.... The receptionist who didn't speak very good English and I didn't think had a particularly good manner either told me the car park was £20!!! The bargain deal I thought I had got was slowly slipping away.... I found the car park next door was £12.50 for 24 hours so parked there, walking into the hotel to check in I had a brief look about the main areas and it looked nice. I went to the check in desk to check in and think I must have seen the same lady that had answered the phone to me, again not very customer service focused!! I was asked to pay immediately, she then informed there was £2 charge for credit cards! On approaching my room I struggled to get the card to work in the door, a nice steward was passing and helped me open the door and was very polite with me (he was the best thing about the hotel) the room was very dated!! Needs to come into twentieth century. The bed was comfortable however the lamps in the room didn't work only the main light making it a tad frustrating to have to get up and walk to the door to turn the light out, the walls were also very thin, I could hear people walking by and talking very clearly. I wouldn't stay again, theres plenty of nicer hotels with great service in the area.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Imperial Crown Hotel; City: Halifax West Yorkshire England; Review: Car park hard to find and consists of a walk across a busy main road, not on site! Receptionist very rude! Guy behind the bar very helpful! The set up of the hotel all seemed a little strange there were a group of lots people in the bar area operating hearing tests within the hotel!!?? We looked briefly at the food but decided to walk into town. Room perfectly comfortable, bathrooms could do with make over. Wouldn't visit again.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: SENSIMAR Medina Gardens; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: This place really has potential, however such a shame that litte things ruin it to be a decent all inclusive resort! Firstly I was excited to hear that the hotel had just been renovated, I had also had an email to inform me before departure that there was now an Italian resturant and Indian Available at the hotel! Upon arrival I was quite shocked to how small the resort was. As it was evening and our flight had been delayed by 2 hours, we arrived at 2.30am and first glance at the poolside a lot of the loungers were covered with guests towels, this made me laugh as reminded me of the days when people reserved their sunbeds the night before (however this was no joke) the following day there was not a single chair free anywhere near the pool, meaning we had to take the next best option which was short walk from the pool In an unshaded area. The room we had was on bottom floor with a patio door the room was very basic and beware the bathroom Is prone to flooding as the wet room really wasn't designed properly, everything in the bathroom will get wet including the toilet paper (which must say is so cheap - a roll lastest us a few visits) we also had disabled equipped room meaning the bathroom had lower shower head and grab bars everywhere! Neither of us are disabled! The food was ok they have different theme cuisine nights however don't get excited its very limited, the rest of the food is exactly what they serve up every day! The Italian turned out to be a steakhouse which being a vegetarian there wasn't anything on the menu for me to eat, we booked the Indian on our anniversary and it was ok nothing massively tasty but the waiters here were lovely and we had a cake to say congratulations however they wrote my husbands name as Dan rather than dave, ha! Was very sweet and we had a bottle of champagne too in our room. Of you want food out of normal eating times, there isnt anything available, the snack bar is only open till 4pm with limited choice it's pizza or panini, the resturant doesnt open till 7.40pm. General cleanliness of the hotel was ok but there were areas in our room which were not up to a standard I would call clean. The evening entertainment is to be a little desired, mostly ended at 10pm meaning there was 2 hours before the bar closed to entertain yourself! For an adult resort you would hope to have more going on as you are on holiday after all!! Morning times the cleaners are quite noisy waking us everyday with the hoses etc. we spoke with another couple who had a hot tub room for extra £50, we didn't get offered this upgrade but if you do it's worth it!! The fountain bar wasn't open for us which meant the 2 bars were pool Bar and cosy bar, pool bar was very; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: St Leonard s Farmhouse; City: Blandford Forum Dorset England; Review: ; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eurostars Las Salinas; City: Caleta de Fuste Antigua Fuerteventura Canary Islands; Review: I stayed here for a week all inclusive with my mum & my little boy who was only 7 months. Firstly the hotel is quite modern looking, really lovely staff on arrival on reception, we also had help with our luggage up to our room. We are vegetarians & actually I was very pleased with the selections of food & didn't feel there was too much repetition on food like other reviews state. The room was fine we were happy with it, huge balcony. Reception acted quickly whenever we needed anything. The staff in the restaurant were the best, always smiling & very helpful, we never had to wait for a table to be cleaned like other reviews have stated. The only downside is the pool situation, if you want a sun bed you have to wake up early & reserve one with your towel which on holiday - you don't really want to be doing, having a small baby shade was always something we needed with the parasol so we had to get up early & reserve. The other downside is I used the spa one day for 14 euro, I only stayed an hour as half the things were not working which is a shame as its a beautiful setting!! Would definitely stay again for the price we paid!! On top of the beach, close to airport & close to local shops & restaurants.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legacy Hotel Victoria Newquay; City: Newquay Cornwall England; Review: Great location, hotel comfortable but very tired, lady who checked us in had awful customer service, we didn't feel welcomed at all a blonde young lady who I then asked later to have an iron, she said someone would bring one up to the room but they never did and I found her most unhelpful. Rest of the staff were nice, breakfast was ok. Had street facing room but could hear people chatting all night in streets.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Thames Riviera Hotel; City: Maidenhead Windsor and Maidenhead Berkshire England; Review: Stayed here after flying into Heathrow, you really do get what you pay for our room was basic however the view was beautiful, has so much potential but is tired looking and I really fancied a bath however was put off by the hairs that were in the bath tub, made me feel like it wasn't clean. The bar was shut by the time of our arrival and there wasn't anything else open near by.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thistle London Heathrow Hotel; City: West Drayton Greater London England; Review: Great location but the hotel is quite tired. We enjoyed some drinks in the hotel bar however it was very pricy. We were up early for our flight and were informed we could have a takeaway breakfast if we left before 6am as the restaurant wouldn't be open, when we checked out were told the takeaway breakfast wasn't available as the restaurant was open even though it was 5.45am we didn't have time so left without anything. Great access to airport by POD which was £5 each but great way to get there. Would stay again because of the ease to terminal.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stag at Redhill; City: Alcester Warwickshire England; Review: Met here for a birthday lunch. Staff were lovely & very attentive however the goods let it down!! The food was quite disappointing. Ordered the sandwich deal which you can add chips or soup for an extra £1.95 the sandwich can either be cibbata or wholemeal or white bread, I chose to have the humous and roasted vegetables which was £6.50 the same cost as chicken & bacon or ham & egg! I selected the wholemeal bread. When it arrived the sliced bread was very thin & slightly stale, opened up the roasted veg and was simply red pepper & courgette and not much of it but the humous was slapped on, the chips were served in nothing much larger than An egg cup, I actually counted 9 chips not even fully sized!! Very poor value for money on something that could actually of been better in a Morrison’s cafe. My son had cheese & tomato pizza which tasted like cardboard (was like a basic supermarket brand) and again at £6.95 (although did include scoop of ice cream) felt it was poor. Ordered a lime & soda large which was £1.85 most bars charge about 80p and a cappuccino which was in a very small cup was £3! Just can’t justify those prices for what was received! Wouldn’t chose to visit here again!!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smiths Hotel; City: Weston super Mare Somerset England; Review: I’m gutted to write this as we have been going here for years for food, on every visit to Weston, we have hardly eaten anywhere else because it’s become our favourite place as a family even before we had children and have always previously reviewed highly. We entered the restaurant we walked past 2 members of staff, who didn’t acknowledge us to seat us to a table, so we took it upon ourself to find our own table, we had our 2 young children with us, so I then went off in search for a highchair, which I helped myself to that were stacked in a corner, again I was watched by staff with baby in arms carrying this high chair & nobody came over to intervene! Then a waitress who was serving another table near by, could see we were searching the room for attention, came over & asked if we were being looked after, we asked some food related questions & then she didn’t return to take our order so when I saw the next waitress I asked if we could start ordering, we placed the food and drink order & drinks did arrive in good time but then the food was literally there at our table - I couldn’t believe it but then realised it because it was warmed up food that had been cooked fresh earlier!!! Including chips!!! I wasn’t very happy at all & my youngest son had a children’s roast which I had asked for no gravy & arrived swamped in gravy, I sent it back which it then returned with the veg, meat & Yorkshire cold but the potatoes were pipping hot!! My eldest had sausage & chips which literally was this!! No veg, no salad just sausages & chips On a plate which again were hardly even warm, the positive was the kids didn’t have to wait for it to cool down. The roast pork also had a lot of fat which I had to cut away. We were then over charged at the end with a bill issue! There was nothing good about the whole experience! Just such a shame as I don’t think we will return now as we have had our fingers burnt!!! Let’s see what else Weston has to offer!!; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Stars Look Down; Author: Visit Amazon's A.J. Cronin Page; Review: This book is as blatant a piece of political propaganda as anything that came from Ayn Rand's pen. In the guise of a heart-tugging novel, Cronin gives us working class people who are all noble, hard working, honest, long suffering, and abominably exploited by employers who are universally either arrogant, greedy, dishonest, unscrupulous and heartless, or patronising, stupid and hoplessly incompetent. The characters are never more than two dimensional, the world in which they live essentially one dimensional, with that one dimension being the class struggle. The story is well written, with exquisite graphic detail, but still it would have been far more enjoyable with a rational balance of characteristics for the protagonists, instead of the ridiculous polarization that Cronin employs. If you're looking for a dollop of marxist propaganda, then this book will fit the bill. If you're looking for a serious and balanced cross section of life in the England of the Edwardian era, look elsewhere.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blitz Cat (Piper); Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Westall Page; Review: This book won the "Smarty Award" for children's literature in the 9-11 year old age group. If you understand that literary awards are given for political correctness, not literary merit, you'll know what's going on The book is actually a rattling good yarn about life on the Home Front in World War II. The only problem is that it is written from the anti-war perspective of the 1980s. As a result, it dwells excessively on the horrors of war, especially the war in the air, with great emphasis on the gruesome details of what happens to people on the ground when bombs go off: " ... the metal was all buckled and shiny where the bullets had knocked the paint off... And red seeped from the holes. A drop fell on his hand, and he licked it and it tasted of blood... " "... a fireman being led by two others, his face like a cooked steak and his pale eyes unseeing, rolling in all directions..." "... in the dim light of the distant fire he saw the dried foam around [the horses'] mouths, the tiny burns and wounds from the cinders..." "... she went up in tiny bloody morsels for the birds to eat off the trees and the telegraph wires..." " ... the man in the road was blown into eight separate pieces; head, torso, limbs flew up like curving birds..." Is this the kind of thing you want your nine to eleven year old reading? I was born in London, less than 4 years after WWII ended. The war dominated my childhood. I grew up with the people who lived through the blitz. And I heard and read story after story of the heroism and courage of ordinary people. Mr Westall chooses, instead, to focus on the ugliness, on the opportunism, on the occasional inevitable breakdown of human decency. Anything to make the politically correct point that war is ugly. Evidently Nr Westall never heard of John Stuart Mill, the rather pathetic english philospher whose one great statement amongst all the rubbish he spouted was "War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." Did I enjoy the book? Yes I did. Would I recommend it to mature discerning adults for a slice of reality of life on the Home Front in WWII? Of course! Would I give it to my grand kids to read? Not just "no", but "hell no!!" Not until they're in their twenties!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: No Time to Wave Goodbye; Author: Visit Amazon's Ben Wicks Page; Review: Images of Guernica burning in their minds, recalling the Zeppelin and Gotha raids of World War One, the authorities in Britain in 1938 plotted the most massive transhumance of humanity ever conceived. To their credit, within 72 hours of Neville Chamberlain's announcement that the UK was at war with Germany, some three and a half million vulnerable non-combatants - mainly children under 13 years of age - were evacuated from the cities of Britain to "safe" rural locations. They came from Tyneside, from Teeside, from Merseyside, and of course from Thameside. From teeming slums, from elegant Georgian townhouses, from leafy suburbs, from upper or middle-class families, or from underemployed or unemployed working class homes. Ben Wicks chronicles this unprecedented event. Following the planning process, from as early as 1924, he narrates the steps, the fears, the analyses that led inexorably to the decision to shred whole families to pieces, to commit to the charity of strangers the care of Britain's future, Britains youth. The history of human social development is the history of the perpetual conflict between an agrarian lifestyle, and the life of city dwellers. The evacuation of more than 3,500,000 city folks to rural communities in the Great Britain of 1939 is but one more chapter in this history. But it is a poignant chapter. Three million displaced persons is a statistic; one such is a tragedy. Mr Wicks delves beneath the statistics to expose the tragedies, but also the triumphs. From interview to interview with the displaced children, we slowly piece together a picture of a Britain slowly shrugging off the class consciousness of the `20s, gradually emerging from the prudery of Victoriana, and preparing itself to meet and overcome the ultimate challenge of Nazi Germany. If I had to make any criticism of this book it would be its brevity. Yes, the author had to pick and choose between thousands of personal accounts. Yes, some editing was essential. But the story of over two million children ripped from the bosom of their families demands to be told. Mr Wicks has exposed the tip of the iceberg. The other ninety percent remains, still, hidden.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Five Children and It (Puffin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's E. Nesbit Page; Review: The genius of Kipling, of A. A. Milne, of Ian Fleming and of Enid Blyton is their ability to transcend age, to write in a way that, no matter the age of the reader, there is always something new to appreciate on re-reading. Sadly, Ms Nesbit does not come up to this standard. As a child, I adored her fantasies. As an adolescent, I rediscovered them while reading them to my brother, ten years younger, and found different depths in them. When my own children came along, I wanted to share with them the joy I had found previously, but instead I came to the realization that Ms Nesbit's political views permeate every paragraph of her works, and that they are written with the specific intent to indoctrinate young, impressionable minds with her Marxist doctrine. Whether dealing with the relationship between employer and employee, or the rle of monarchy in ancient civilizations, Ms Nesbit is out to showcase the wicked exploitation of the poor downtrodden masses by the wicked ruling classes. If you want your children to think for themselves, by all means have them read this book, But afterwards, for heaven's sake, talk about it with them, and make sure that they see clearly the outrageous fallacies of Marxism.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: World Without End (Kingsbridge); Author: Visit Amazon's Ken Follett Page; Review: There are only two differences between "World Without End" and a Harlequin bodice ripper; excellent historical research, and length. But Mr Follett has no idea how to handle the length part. Michener keeps the reader's interest by skipping from generation to generation. Serge & Anne Golon get bogged down in the minutiae of their characters lives. Mr Follett, sadly falls into the same trap. For a 1000 page novel to work, you have to give freeze-frame cameos. You can't afford to expand endlessly on the minute by minute concerns of individuals. That was the Golon's mistake. By the time you get to about page three hundred, it all feels like yet another episode of "The Young and the Resless" or "All My Children", or some other endless soap opera where drama rules every scene, and political correctness oozes from every pore. After that, you're just eager for it all to be over, the conflicts resolved, the bad guys getting their come-uppance and the good guys getting their rewards. But that takes another 3 novels worth of reading! Having had my rant, let me say what was good about the book. Evidently, the portrayal of everyday life in the England of the Middle Ages was excellent. The language was mature, the descriptive passages evocative. The characters, at least at first, were well developed, three dimensional, and believable. In particular, I must laud Mr Follett's careful avoidance (no doubt to his publisher's despair) of the prurient. With so much debauchery, it must have been tempting to dwell upon details as a money spinner. Thankfully this never happened. If you are a thinking person, then I would say that probably this book is not for you. Its grandiose tapestry is mainly pap for the day-time TV masses; an appeal to the lowest common denominator of historical fiction buffs. Give it a miss unless you have a class assignment to research 14th century English life, and are too bored by the academic works on the subject.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rules for Radicals: A Practical Primer for Realistic Radicals; Author: Saul David Alinsky; Review: In the tradition of the Roman historians, here's my bias: I'm a Reagan republican, a Sarah Palin, Glen Beck & Rush Limbaugh fan, grimly clinging to my guns and religion, and I don't shop at WalMart. Got that? OK - enough about me, what about Professor Alinsky? Briefly stated, the man was a sheer and utter genius. Would that the conservative movement had men of his caliber to instruct it on how to articulate its message and communicate with middle America. I may disagree with Professor Alinsky on his aims, but I cannot for a moment fault him on his methods. He has thoroughly understood how to galvanize people into action, how to build a crushing momentum, how to initiate an unstoppable populist movement. And he lays out, in simple, constructive terms, how to put all this into action. I could only wish that his genius had been directed in support of causes I believe in, rather than those I oppose. Nevertheless, this book should be the bible for anyone who has the least aspiration of bringing about social change, for the next four or five centuries! Whoever you are, whatever you may believe in, Professor Alinsky has a clear, foolproof blueprint for organizing your support and making it happen. I am unbelievably glad I made time for this book. Ignore him at your peril!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Modern Classics Tarka the Otter; Author: Visit Amazon's Henry Williamson Page; Review: Henry Williamson set out, in a series of novels, to show just how harsh is the life of the wild creatures around us, particularly the predators, when their actions bring them into conflict with mankind. As such, he writes to shock - to show how brutal people can be when dealing with a perceived "dangerous wild animal" "Tarka The Otter" is one of those wild animals. There is no sentimental anthropomorphism here. Tarka hunts, kills and eats. And he is hunted in return. Williamson spares no details in describing the day-to-day existence of a creature that has to cope with weather, with other predators, with competition for food and mates, and all the other complex problems of staying alive in an inhospitable world made a thousand times more dangerous by the close proximity of human habitation. I was given this book, along with Williamson's "Animal Saga" when I was 9. I put it down a dozen pages before the end, because I could see where it was going. Charles Dickens wrote about children, but they weren't children's books, they were for adults, and contained the stuff of nightmares for a child. Williamson writes about animals, but also for adults. A 13 year old, or older, could cope with it, but trust me, you don't want your grade schoolers encountering these harrowing experiences from a colder, crueller time gone by. All that being said, I loved this book, even if I couldn't finish it when I was young. And I've re-read it a dozen or more times over the half century I've owned it, and still love it. Williamson does a superb job of evoking the life of Western England's native wildlife as it was at the beginning of the 19th century, as seen through the bewildered eyes of the animals themselves. The vocabulary is challenging, the poetry magnificent, the imagery stunning. Well worth a 5 star rating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pilgrimage: The Book of the People; Author: Visit Amazon's Zenna Henderson Page; Review: I first read "Pilgrimage" in 1961, when I was 12 years old. Over the subsequent half century I have re-read it several dozen times. Not only does it never pall, it never fails to move me to tears. The '60s were a time of experimentation in SciFi, when writers like Clarke and Asimov were pushing past the boundaries of space opera, alien invasions and BEMs, to explore the inner workings of the human mind and its amazing potential. Mrs Henderson took this concept and developed it into a high art form. Her meticulous descriptions of the complex conflicting emotions that shape our reactions to events and circumstances in our lives are stunningly real, even savagely so at times. But it is her depiction of complete and unalloyed joy that is the most convincing. Each time the reader encounters one of those passages, and they recur frequently through the book, the immediate reaction is a heart bursting echo of joy in the heart of the reader; then come the tears. Why do we cry? Partly because that much joy is impossible to contain, and must be given external expression. Partly, too, because it is so fleeting, and no sooner has the image touched us than, like a moonbeam on our skin, it is gone, leaving a vast chasm where only a heartbeat before was all encompassing completeness. Other reviewers have talked enough of the themes of Mrs Henderson's fiction. The conflicts she sets up and resolves are very real and believable. The heartaches and joys of her characters paint them as 3 dimensional people, a difficult accomplishment in a full length novel, but little short of a miracle in a string of short stories. Her mastery of the English language, and the poetry of her expression belong to a bygone age - the age of the 19th century novelists - but their application to her tales is nevertheless fresh and refreshing. Expect to be blessed beyond measure in reading this jewel of literature.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Propet Men's Galway Walker Slip-on; Brand: Propt; Review: Great,,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hush Puppies Men's Lunar II Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hush Puppies Men's Lunar II Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Ultimate Men's 4-Pack Classics Woven Printed Boxers; Brand: ; Review: like them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joe's USA Mens Soft Midweight Fleece Jackets in Regular, Big & Tall; Brand: Joe's USA; Review: I really like this product, the size was perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: NESCO FD-1040, Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator, White, 1000 watts; Brand: Nesco; Review: Disappointing purchase only because the heating element has stopped working after two years of light use. The fan works but the heating element only comes on for a few minutes. Because of this I will have to buy another model. I even took it apart (unplugged first) to see if any connections were broken or loose. Without the heating element drying anything takes 30 plus hours. When I first got the garden master it deserved 4.5 stars as it dehydrated hundreds sliced mangos from my tree last year and other fruit. Too bad because the features: top mounted fan and digital timer was the features I was looking for. I have an older simple Nesco that still works but has no temperature control or timer. Unfortunately the trays will not work with the newer models.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rowenta Fan, Oscillating Fan with Remote Control, Standing Fan, 4-Speed, Silver; Brand: Rowenta; Review: Easy to assemble and all you need is the use of a Philips screw driver for one screw. It took just as long to unpack as to assemble. It has a good heavy base and a remote control that looks like it will last for more than six months. Very quiet even in the "blast" speed. I use it to ventilate my 24X14 foot garage since there is no air condition there. This is Florida and the temperature reaches 90 degrees inside the garage in the summer with the doors open. For any space much larger that a 24X14 foot garage you may want a larger fan. For indoor use just to circulate space already under air condition this fan would be perfect at medium speed. It looks well made and time will tell. Living in Florida for 35 years I have owned many fans. If I need another I will buy this Rowenta brand. Also received it in two days Amazon prime. There are no stores that I know of to buy this fan from locally.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 100 8"x12" Quart Vacuum Sealer Bags Commercial Grade FoodSaver Type; Brand: Universal Vacuum Bags; Review: After years of buying sealer bags I have to give this one 5 stars. These are the precut 8x11 and perfect for most uses. I have used these bags to seal dry items as well as meat. So far they have not lost their seal while frozen. I also use them to seal some items I take boating. I seal dry food items like jerky and energy type snack bars. The items stay dry no matter where stored. I use the food saver machine. However, like printers the part that must be replaced (bags) are not competitive. I grow many fruit and vegetables. If you dehydrate, vacuum seal and then keep frozen your food should last for years. Good for emergencies and also to rotate for cooking. You do need a sharpie or a self adhering label. Microwave: I vacuum sealed and froze bacon parts. One minute in the microwave defrosted the bacon so it could be cut up for beans. It did not cook the bacon just brought it to room temperature in one minute.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Price Mattress 10" Memory Foam Mattress and 14" Premium Steel Bed Frame/Foundation Set, Twin; Brand: Best Price Mattress; Review: I agree with other reviews. This is a good buy for a comfortable guest bed or your replacement bed. Very easy to set up and convenient to buy. Just order from Amazon, it is delivered to your door and set up in about 15 minutes. No box springs is a plus also. The mattress and frame are mailed separate. My frame arrived a day after the mattress. They are mailed from California so it will take a few days with standard shipping. The mattress alone is comfortable. Would make a good camping bed for two (full size) or single size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AcuRite 00986M Refrigerator/Freezer Wireless Digital Thermometer; Brand: AcuRite; Review: My last purchase lasted one year. A previous order lasted about the same time. Unit no longer transmits temperature. It worked ok while it lasted. However, I will not purchase this one again. Lithium batteries do work well for the freezer side.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Easy to Read: Refrigerator Freezer Thermometer Alarm, High & Low Temperature Alarms Settings; Brand: iapsales; Review: I have tried other types of freezer thermometers with limited long term success. I have never tried one where the sending unit is put inside the freezer like this one. There was one problem: the wire let some outside air in. This causes a build up of ice where the wire was placed. A simple solution: put a good amount of petroleum jelly where the sensor wire enters the freezer (the plastic strip that seal out air) This will make solve the problem. You may have to add a little more petroleum jelly from time to time. Simple solution that works and makes this thermometer an excellent choice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with food recipes as follows:
Title: pineapple stuffing; Review: Made this for Easter. It was very easy to make, and it was quite tasty and sweet. My family loved it, said it will become an Easter traditon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: amazing white trash puff balls; Review: I made this for a New Year's Eve party and they were the hit of the party. People kept asking me what was in them and they couldn't believe how simple it was. It took me about 30 minutes to prep them and then just about 11 minutes to bake. They were yummy and easy. I was told I have to bring them to every party now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: spinach and ricotta tart; Review: I found this very easy to make. It was really tasty. I found that there was a lot of filling left over after I had poured it in. I topped it off with feta cheese.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: creamed pheasant or chicken eastern european; Review: The ingredient list asks for 1 onion and 1 Tbs of paprika, but within the actual receipe those two items weren't mentioned. I figured that maybe it was just forgotten in the directions and added them in. Ugh, the taste was pretty bland, only after adding salt was it editable. I would avoid.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: bulgarian potatoes; Review: I was a little nervous when I saw that cottage cheese was an ingredient but I have to say, the potatoes were delicious. The cheese mixture gave the potatoes a great flavor, and because I used a food processor for the sliced potatoes, this was a breeze.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | food |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Men's Chic Cap Toe Monk Strap Dress Shoes; Brand: UV SIGNATURE; Review: To big; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beston EA28 Mens Monk Strap Cap Toe Oxford Casual Dress Shoes Color:Black Size:8.5; Brand: BESTON; Review: Style, and color; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fruit Of The Loom Men's Value 10 Pack Crew Socks; Brand: ; Review: good price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le'aokuu Genuine Leather Magnet Money Clip Credit Card Case Holder Slim Wallet; Brand: Le'aokuu; Review: not bad but it sticks to my keys; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Liberty Bags Large Nylon Drawstring Backpack; Brand: Liberty Bags; Review: for the price not bad.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: The Creekside Bar; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: The definition of a Dive Bar...It's a great location, with plenty of outside space, but it needs work. Place looks run down, 80's vibe to it. It's more a place for white folks, but that doesn't mean it's hostile towards others....it's a honky tonk joint. Much older crowd. If you're 35+...this is the spot for you. Best part of this club was the band that was playing, "20 Ft. Faces". Hint to managers: Bring back 20 ft. Faces, and I'll be back.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Tucson East; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: Went on vacation to Tucson, and stayed here for 5 days. PROS--Location. In the city, near stores and plenty of restaurants. The rooms were nice, and the beds were very comfortable. Price: staying in summer was cheaper, as it is Tucson, but the price for a Hilton was great ($60/night) Their gym is 24 hours, which is great if you decide to workout during non-peak hours. CONS--Ice machine was broken on our floor, and it was not fixed the entire time we were there. It was a huge pain in the butt to have to go down to the next floor for ice. No refrigerator (mini or otherwise) !!!!! How can a Hilton not have at least a mini-fridge?! That's pretty much standard, even in lesser regarded hotels. Hell, even the Best Westerns I've stayed in all have had them. They would only bring one to our room if we paid $20 a night for it...Small pool: pool was too small for the size of the hotel. Land is cheap in Tucson, and Hilton could have easily bought a parcel that allowed for a bigger pool. They do allow use of the pool at the YMCA up the street, but that defeats the purpose of having a drink poolside.....they don't have cocktails at the YMCA. The YMCA pool is not within walking distance. In the end, would I stay here again? Short answer, yes. This hotel is 2 miles away from my mother-in-law's house, so it is perfect for my purposes. To be sure, there are other hotels in Tucson, but not really in this part of Tucson. All the other major hotel chains are represented in Tucson, but they are nearly all near the airport. This means it is very far from the heart of Tucson, and any of Tucson's entertainment....Tucson airport is out of the way, and in an industrial zone. I was let down by Hilton, I expected it to be the equivalent of a Marriot, but it wasn't; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Colossal Cave Mountain Park; City: Vail, AZ; Review: Went here as part of my family vacation to Tucson. PROS--relatively inexpensive for the simple tour. There are lengthier tours, and tours that even let you climb on the rocks. We decided to do the simple tour as we were with our children. The tour I took lasted about 45 minutes, and we saw plenty of caves, crevices, and stalagmites/tites. There is a second part of the area, down the small road, to the museum. This was informative and the kids enjoyed it. The scavenger hunt for the kids was fun too. CONS--Not much to write about...it's a cave. I would do this again, as next time the kids will be older and we may do the more advanced tours...it is a cheap experience. I have not been to Carlsbad or Kartchner Caves, so I am not able to compare them at this moment.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pima Air & Space Museum; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: Great museum! Went here on a vacation to Tucson. PROS--Plenty of different aircraft. From old prop planes, to modern F-15, F-18, etc., jets. It's great because you can literally see American (and a few other countries) aviation unfold chronologically through the years. Nearly all of the important aircraft in U.S. history is on display. They even have Russian Migs to look at, and helicopters too. There is plenty to learn, and kids will enjoy it too. One of a few places to see the SR-71 Blackbird. Exhibits were great, and the space building was fun too. My children enjoyed it as much as I did. They have fighters, bombers, experimental craft, and everything in between. Plenty of civilian aircraft too. CONS--The bus tour gets booked up rather quick. They need to let people know to arrive early to pay for it, otherwise it will get filled. Either that or get more busses and have more tours as there is obviously demand. I'm unsure if that tour is technically part of the Air and Space Museum, but it is related nonetheless as it departs from the museum. It would be nice to see an F-16, as that is my favorite. Seeing as how they have plenty that are sitting around at Davis-Monthan AFB, surely they can get one on loan. In any case, I enjoyed the place and will definitely be back in a few years when my kids are older. There really isn't any museum like it in the area, nor in the area where I live.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: More of a zoo/museum. We went in the dead of summer, so it was really hot on the trails. PROS--Plenty to see, and represents desert life very well. The snake exhibit was great, as it had nearly all types of rattlesnakes in the U.S. on display. The trails were fun, and there was various water fountains along the way. Very informative and the "caves" were fun too. CONS--Some animals were not there. The mountain lion, big horned ram, coyotes, and otter were not there. I was not sure where they went, but I was bummed that they were gone. They should let people know which displays are not open for the day. (like Disneyland when they list which rides are not open at the entrance) I'll definitely be back, perhaps in a few years when they get more animals. FYI--goes without saying, but if you're going in the summer, bring a big hat, sunscreen, plenty of water (maybe even a camelback), and a spray bottle because it's the desert!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry's Plaza Cafe; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: Don't get to Santa Barbara often, but I'll review my experience in typical fashion, Pros then Cons. PROs--This place has different banquet rooms, along with its front area for typical customers. It has different rooms that close off from each other, and have their own bars and places for food. It's great if you are planning a get together, party, sports banquet, etc. The food was great. I'm putting the fact that the drinks were stiff as a PRO, because I like places that give you plenty of liquor in your drinks. (Not a con in my book!) It has an "old school" bar feel. Historical photos on the wall, and a vibe like its late 1970s-early 1980s. This must have been a great place back in the day, when you were allowed to smoke and eat. CONs--Parking sucks. It's basically parking in a plaza with other stores and a market, so good luck fining a spot in busy hours. Drinks were pricey. Too much for a beer, and the banquet rooms (at least the one I was in) didn't have a tap. Not much of a bar if you don't have a beer tap. Closes early! They closed at @10-10:30! That's much too early. The young ladies serving as the bartenders weren't very knowledgeable about drinks. I'd go there again. I like the old school vibe and food, drinks were pricey, but overall I liked the place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Town & Country Inn; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: Pros, then Cons...my typical review. PROs-Not many. The reason for 2 stars is price. Santa Barbara is pricey, but I got a Friday night for $78. Near the freeway, and the area is nice and quiet. It's a place to go if you just need to crash for a night or two after visiting the many parts of SB. CONs-It's a flashback to 1984. The rooms smell old, and it is an old school motel. I kinda liked the vibe because I wasn't planning to stay in the room much, but it was old. All it needed was a vibrating bed (You remember those!) and it would have been like I was a kid again on family vacation. It's run like mom and pop, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but have somebody who isn't in the middle of dinner help the customers. Eat in the back. I probably won't be staying in SB again, but if I was, I'd probably just go to the motel 6. Although for the $$, I just might do it for that reason alone. Listed below, I marked that it's inexpensive. That means inexpensive for SB. It is way over priced on its own merit, and not worth it elsewhere.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hollister Brewing Company; City: Goleta, CA; Review: PROs, CONs, then summary Went here with family and friends on a saturday afternoon. PROs--Place is clean, and in a plaza with other stores if you're out shopping. Has outdoor seating. The food was ok. I had the pizza, and I'd call it a New York style pizza because it was flat. The waitress was very nice and rather easy on the eyes. There was plenty of seating when we went. CONs--My food, and that of my friend, came out very late. We were told the cook left early, for no reason. We were comped a beer, but I had things to do and it took to long to eat. The beer did not taste very well. Work on your ingredients guys, as a brewing company, your lighter beers did not taste well. I'd rather have a Blue Moon. In any case, the point of going to a brewery is to have good brew. Would I go back? Probably not, as I'd like to go to a brewery with better beer. There are plenty of breweries now in the tri-county area. Heck, Chilis is next door....better off there.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Brewhouse; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: Pros, Cons, then summary. Went here with a group of friends recently. Pros--The place was big enough for our group, and they set it up ahead of time too. The food was good and the beer was too. My wife enjoyed the artichokes and the clams were tasty. Plenty of TVs and sports were on. Cons--Parking sucks here, street parking basically and it gets crowded. Have more than one toilet in a place this big, as it gets packed on weekend nights. Also, have Wifi that works, and outlets for people to charge phones. While the waitress was nice, check came rather quickly and once we cashed out we were practically nonexistent. I understand if we were just wasting space, but we weren't. We still wanted more drinks and willing to spend more money. Also, the band was too loud. We wanted to talk with family and friends, but had to yell at each other to make a point. Save the band for weeknights. Would I go back? I'll have to say "maybe". There are plenty of breweries in the SB area, so I think I'll go elsewhere in the near future. It's kind of "out-of-the-way" for my family.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice in Paradise; City: Goleta, CA; Review: Pros, Cons, then summary. I play here as well as my kids. PROs--The place is new. Everything works and is updated. Locker rooms are roomy, nice, and have bathrooms attached. The NHL ice is very nice, boards are clean and glass too. Has a nice coffee shop, and snack bar. TVs are new and always has sports on them. Easy parking too. The youth and adult leagues run fine. The coaches are nice and knowledgeable for the kids and the referees for the adults are much better than other places. CONs--Having only 1 full sheet makes it tough to schedule practices/games. This is an issue that is only going to get worse as more people take up hockey. No video games either for the kids. Need more food in the snack bar and/or have all of the ingredients necessary. For example, nachos are easy to make and keep stock, yet there were out of cheese on more than 1 occasion. Would I go back? Yes. It's an overall nice place. For hockey players in the tri-county area, it's basically here, Simi Valley Iceoplex, or Valencia Ice Station. Valencia is very nice, but I don't know anybody over there, and the times I've played there, the level of douchebaggery was pretty high.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Starr Pass Golf Suites; City: Tucson, AZ; Review: Pros, Cons, then summary. I just got back from Starr Pass, so I can give a good update on the facility. I went here with my family and spent about 1 week here in a 1 BR. PROs--Price. Going here in the summer is always cheap, and cheaper than most places in this area. You get bang for your buck because I rented a 1 BR, which is like an apartment and not like a small hotel room. The pool is essentially olympic size, which is great and plenty of room for everybody. It is out-of-the-way, and no really traffic issues. The place is quiet too. A/C was nice and cold. They DO have WiFi now, and it's free for the basic 4 device package. Tempur-Pedic King size bed in 1 BR!!! Very nice and also had memory foam pillows. TVs are updated flat screens (LG), and the room has a good fridge and kitchen. (Studios may be smaller) While no bottles are allowed in the pool area, they do allow beer....which is a plus because I know of plenty of places that don't these days. All the workers I came in contact with were nice too. I know it's a personal preference, but I'd much rather rent a nice apartment for cheap, than an expensive hotel room like at JW. Why would I want a smaller place that's more expensive? CONs--No grills! Come on man....when I go on vacation I want to BBQ and drink beer. Parking was terrible for our room. We had to park in a lot behind our building, then walk all the way around the building to the front door. Bad planning. No free weights in the workout room either, those should be cheap. Bedroom had only one comforter and no blanket. While we could have had a great view, there was a big floodlight on top of the parking structure that just ruined our view of the city *We did not use their restaurant, so I can't review that. **My wife lived in Tucson for several years, so let me mention the lighting issues others have brought up. Yes, the area is very dark, however that is a strict city ordinance. The Tucson area has a few observatories, so there are strict citywide (and county for that matter) rules on the amount and types of streetlights that can be used. Would I go back? Yes, it is cheap and an overall nice place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rincon Brewery; City: Carpinteria, CA; Review: Pros, Cons, then summary. Went here with family and friends. PROs--Food was excellent. The quesadilla was awesome and the meat was flavored very well. The beer was good too. There were plenty of TVs to watch sports. CONs--The service was slow, and the place was small. Plus, again, there was only 1 toilet. What's with restaurants nowadays?! Geez, if you have a capacity of many people, and only 1 toilet, that is a huge inconvenience. At least get another urinal. Would I go back? Maybe, while I liked the food and beer, it is so small that it can take awhile to get seated. Plus, it is out-of-the-way for me, and not a place I'd ever drive to.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with Wikipedia articles as follows:
Title: Manntra; Description: Croatian rock band (e. 2011)
Title: Lidija Bačić; Description: Croatian singer
Title: Nina Donneli; Description: Slovenian pop singer
Title: Franka Batelić; Description: Croatian pop singer
Title: Betta Lemme; Description: Canadian singer
Title: Crazy; Description: song by Franka Batelić
Title: L'Amour et moi; Description: 2012 single by Jenifer | wikirec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Naruto; Genres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Demons, Drama, Fantasy, Magic, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon; Genres: Demons, Magic, Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Bleach: Memories in the Rain; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Bleach: The Sealed Sword Frenzy; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Digimon Savers; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen; Rating: 2.0/10.0
Title: Digimon Tamers; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen; Rating: 2.0/10.0
Title: Digimon Adventure 02; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Kids; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Death Note; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Bleach Movie 1: Memories of Nobody; Genres: Action, Adventure, Super Power; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Bleach Movie 2: The DiamondDust Rebellion - Mou Hitotsu no Hyourinmaru; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Digimon Adventure Movie; Genres: Action, Fantasy, Kids, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Vampire Knight; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Vampire Knight Guilty; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Bleach Movie 3: Fade to Black - Kimi no Na wo Yobu; Genres: Action, Comedy, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0 | anime |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade; Author: Visit Amazon's Melissa Sweet Page; Review: I thought this would be a good way to share my enthusiasm for the great parade with my young grandchildren, but the kindle format is not very satisfying for picture books and the text is very cumbersome and difficult to read.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The One and Only Ivan; Author: Katherine Applegate; Review: This was actually chosen by one of my book club members for our summer read. We all loved Ivan, Ruby, and Bob!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How the Light Gets In: A Chief Inspector Gamache Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Louise Penny Page; Review: How the Light Gets In is a lively reunion with our favorite Surete officers and the quirky residents of Three Pines, and there is much to enjoy about the book - and little likelihood that you'll put it aside unfinished! However the title led me to expect a resolution to the relationship cliff-hanger at the end of Trick of the Light, and so I felt a bit cheated. C'mon Louise, what's up with Clara and Peter?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Notorious Life by Madame X; Author: ; Review: My Notorious Live covers a fascinating era in the history of New York. The writing is beautiful, fresh, and original.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fever: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Beth Keane Page; Review: Making the case for Typhoid Mary as a sympathetic character is a coup in itself. The book is a stirring portrait of a sorry time in our nation's history for women, for immigrants, for the poor and the sick . . . and a thoughtful account of one woman's struggle to live her life as a pariah on all four counts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philomena: A Mother, Her Son, and a Fifty-Year Search (Movie Tie-In); Author: Visit Amazon's Martin Sixsmith Page; Review: Unlike the movie, the book is really the story of Philomena's son. And while the film was certainly no comedy, the book is unrelievedly grim, lacking the moments of spirit and humor Philomena's character brought to the film. The book also has a stronger bias and - perhaps - agenda than the film. Recommended for people who are curious about Anthony's life after Rosscrea.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion; Author: Flagg Fannie; Review: I enjoyed the story enormously - loved Sookie and the back story is so interesting. I just wished for a little more ruthlessness on the editor's part. There's a lot of extraneous text along the lines of "she got in the car and drove downtown and parked . . ." (not the exact words, but not exactly advancing the story line). But who knew about the WASPs? That alone makes for a worthwhile read! Maybe I should have given it 4 stars after all.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: All Quiet on the Western Front (with Related Readings); Author: Eric Maria Remarque; Review: A provocative examination of war and the human spirit, this remarkable book should be required reading for everyone who has ever imagined that any war is a good idea.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Quiet on the Western Front (World War I) by Erich Maria Remarque (2014-03-15); Author: ; Review: A provocative examination of war and the human spirit, this remarkable book should be required reading for everyone who has ever imagined that any war is a good idea.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Water's Edge; Author: Visit Amazon's Karin Fossum Page; Review: A book in search of a purpose - it seemed as if the author had second thoughts, and even third thoughts, about what kind of a book she was writing: And really, the three main characters are so unlikable that it is hard to care what happens to them. Other characters are unvarnished stereotypes. Hard to believe this was penned by the same author who wrote the great Water for Elephants.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Nature of the Beast (Chief Inspector Gamache); Author: Visit Amazon's Louise Penny Page; Review: Life in Three Pines is never dull - and never dreary. Despite the chilling nature of the plot, we still get to enjoy the humor and humanity of the familiar locals and the rich relationships they have forged over time. I am already eager for Gamache's next advemture!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Naruto Ninja Council 2; Brand: by
TOMY; Review: This is a great game. You have the option of playing all three characters (Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura) while going through levels. Each character has three combo moves that are true to the series. For example, Naruto can use his 'Sexy Jutsu' to stun enemies, his multiplying jutsu, and the one where he slams his fist down to summon that huge frog guy.. - yeah I don't know the names of all those but you get my point! This game is very challenging and not easy-peasy like others out there. It keeps your attention and may even frustrate you at times, but what's a game worth if it doesn't do that? I highly recommend and I think that it's my most favorite game out of the ones I own!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mario Kart: Super Circuit; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: If you're an old school gamer like me and loved Super Mario Kart on the Super Nintendo platform then this is the game for you. Even if you like racing games, this is just one of those games that you MUST play, without a doubt. It's great for all skill levels and age ranges. You have the easy/medium/hard option (50cc, 100cc, 150cc). There are 4 cups you can choose to race from, each having 4 courses. So that's 16 different race tracks to get your wheels on. And even better, when you get really good, choose the 150cc level and race in the Star Cup. If you manage to get first place (which is EXTREMELY hard) you can unlock the Special Cup that has 4 additional tracks to race. The game graphics are excellent. I especially like the race courses where it's raining- it just looks very cool. This is definitely one of my favorite games on Gameboy Advance and I highly recommend it for everyone, kids and adults alike!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rayman Raving Rabbids - Nintendo Wii; Brand: by
Ubisoft; Review: This game is hilarious. My boyfriend was laughing so hard the other night that he had tears in his eyes! We haven't finished it yet but the objective of the game is to complete a series of mini games within a certain level in order to gain a plunger to escape from a holding cell that the rabbids have put you in. You play the character of Rayman and in the mini-games you go from shooting rabbids with plungers, racing warthogs on beaches, throwing cows as far as you can, to 'drumming' your controllers in tune with bunnies moving all over the screen. Each game has been really entertaining and they get pretty hard as you go along! In the "Story Mode" there is only one player, but as you beat the mini-games they are then unlocked in the "Score Mode" where you can play with up to 4 people! The more people the better I say. The graphics are great, the rabbids (rabbits, bunnies) are absolutely insane, and this game rocks. It's great for all ages and I highly recommend! Edit: We just finished the game last night and yes, the ending isn't what you expect. Like other reviews, play the game for the fun crazyness and not exactly a good ending to the story. Maybe they will come out with another one! Also, one note is that with this game you have to position yourself playing close to your screen or it will tell you to move forward. I would say about 5 feet unlike some of the sports games which allow you to be further away. Still though, this has to be my favorite Wii game that I own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WarioWare: Smooth Moves; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: This game is insane, but it's a good insane. The objective of the game is to go across the map to different character's homes and complete their fast series of mini games in a specific set time while not messing up more than four or five times. When you complete a level, another character's location on the map will appear and you are able to continue your travel this way. The mini games are extremely fun and really out there in subject matter. For example, you might have to cut someones fingernails, shake flies off of a banana, pick a nose, hula-hoop, answer a telephone, balance falling blocks, drive a car through a twisty road, fly a plane through a battle zone, etc. This game doesn't lie when it says there are over 200 mini-games, there is always something different and very little repetition. Each character's level you are on has their own little entertaining movie story. As others have mentioned, this is definitely a party game. The only downside is that you have to beat a certain amount of levels before you can open the multi-player option. However, I still think that even with single player and trading off with each other that the game is extremely fun and entertaining. It is also good for all ages, but the little ones may need help on a few of the mini-games as they get more difficult as the games go along. Even so, I highly recommend it for those out there that don't mind a bit of pointless, plotless fun. Great for kids.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sonic and the Secret Rings - Nintendo Wii; Brand: by
Sega; Review: You have no idea how bad I really wanted to love this game. I thought, "A Sonic game for the Wii, how awesome will that be!?" Well it was fun for the first hour learning the controls, then it just became disappointing. This game is poorly structured and planned as if the creators just slapped something together to get a game on the shelf as quickly as possible. It seemed promising at first, then it just became repetitive and unorganized. The controls don't exactly work like they should and sometimes even move on their own. For example, I didn't move the controller on one level and Sonic was running his own course without my help. You do not control Sonic's speed in the game, he automatically begins running on his own and gradually builds up momentum. You do have control over stopping him, jumping, power jumping, moving right and left to weave through obstacles/gather rings, and to move backwards. The power jumping doesn't work quite that well and to attack an opponent you have to push the controller towards the tv/sensor bar very quickly. It doesn't work every time which makes the game play very frustrating instead of fun. You hold the controller horizontally like you are driving a car and use the arrow keys to scroll through the menus, the 1 key to break, the 2 key to jump, etc. As you complete levels, you gain access to other levels and missions. This seems poorly organized because as you unlock a level in one mission, it may unlock another mission, and you have all these scattered levels everywhere that you need to complete, not being sure of where you should go next. It doesn't seem to have a chronological order to it, you choose from the flashing "NEW" levels. Before you get to those you have to go through at least 3 menus just to see it. There is a storyline here, which other reviewers have already covered, but I agree on the comments of the voice actors sounding horrible. I'm not sure if they used the same actors from the Sonic cartoon or what (never seen it), but it makes you feel like you're a 4 year old watching a Barney program on television. I will say that the graphics are awesome and the levels are very creative. It's like seeing Sonic in a whole new light. It's too bad that the bad qualities of the game overshadow the good ones. I would say rent the game or get a good deal in buying it used, otherwise you're probably going to wish you spent your $50 on another Wii game.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Paper Mario; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: Super Paper Mario, without a doubt, is one of the best Nintendo Wii games out there. If you loved the old school days playing all the Super Marios then you'll love this. It takes the classic 2D gameplay and gives it a little extra spice with the ability to switch into 3D whenever you want. In the beginning all the heavy dialogue was a bit tedious to go through (it lasted about 15-20 minutes) because I was anxious to just get into playing the game. However, it's not as bad as some of the other reviewers are making it out to be. If you're interested in the story and the characters it's quite enjoyable and the storyline is very creative and amusing. You just have to give it a chance and allow yourself to get into it.. it won't disappoint, I promise! Playing the game is relatively easy, but some of the levels are hard to figure out (at least for me!). I recommend the game for young teens and up because children might find some levels difficult and probably won't want to sit through reading all of the character text.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Polarium - Nintendo DS; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: This game is simple to play and an ideal time waster. It's very addicting because you are just determined to get that next high score. The object of the game is to draw a line and make all the tiles white so that they will cancel each other out. Similar to Tetris but a little different because of the way that you use the stylus and how you are able to draw the lines. Extremely hard when you really get into the gameplay. If you are easily frustrated with games, I wouldn't recommend getting this one, but if you like a challenge that involves puzzles. Great for car rides, waiting in the doctors office, etc. I like it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day!; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: This game is great. It's fun but educational as well and really challenges you to use your brain in ways you've forgotten to use them since you were in middle school (at least if you're an adult like me). Extremely challenging in the memory activities and the head counting. The only complaint that I have with this game is that it does not recognize some letters that you write on the screen. For example, it rarely recognizes the letter "K" and I'm not sure how many different ways there are to write the letter. So besides being frustrated with it not recognizing some letters, the game is awesome. I play it everyday and my husband and I are constantly trying to beat each other's brain ages! We also have Brain Age 2 and it does not have any of the writing/lettering issues that this game has. I highly recommend BOTH of them!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brain Age 2: More Training in Minutes a Day!; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: Just as good as the first game... new activities and challenges that keep you coming back everyday for more. The game play of Brain Age 2 surpasses the first one in regards to recognizing what you write down on the screen using the stylus (letters). This is a must have for any Nintendo DS owner.. especially if you are an adult!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flash Focus: Vision Training in Minutes a Day - Nintendo DS; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: There are three games that I HAVE to play every day and that is: Brain Age, Brain Age 2, and of course... Flash Focus. This game is very challenging and gets extremely hard as you go through the levels and different activities! It is a really good way to pay attention to detail and train your eyes to look for certain things. I enjoy the sports games that the have... baseball, volleyball, basketball, ping-pong, etc, but all are fun. You get different activities every day based on your eye age check so it isn't as repetitive as some of the brain age games. Great game.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mario Kart Wii with Wii Wheel; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: Mario Kart for the Wii is one of the best Wii games out there. It's incredibly fun and addictive. There are some changes to this version of Mario Kart that is different from earlier versions. There are a lot more characters to choose from and a lot of different vehicles that vary in speed, weight, etc. A really cool addition is that you can now ride motorbikes! As you play you can unlock new characters and new carts/bikes which keeps things interesting. There are 4 cups that you can race in the beginning but once you get a trophy in all 4 of them you can continue to unlock others (there are 4 others). Even better is that you can go online and play different people from around the world in versus mode or battle mode. This is so much fun when you don't have someone you can play with at home... all you have to do is go online and you can play whoever you want. If you have a friend that has a Wii you can add their friend code and race each other too. The only thing that is frustrating about this game is that it seems to cheat like crazyyyyyyyyy! You will be in first place and get hit by so much on the last lap from the AI that it will knock you back to 12th. So this makes it really hard to unlock those other levels sometimes and makes you want to throw your remote at the television screen :) However, that doesn't stop you from wanting to play more... just makes you more determined to beat the stupid thing! This game also has a lot of older tracks from all the previous games combined. This is pretty good but I would have liked to see some more new ones. The new ones that are on the game are pretty amazing and FUN to race. I love this game and highly recommend to any Mario Kart fan or Wii owner. You gotta have it! Oh and also- the steering wheel is a must. I thought it was stupid at first, but it really does make a huge difference when you are playing. It just isn't the same when you are playing with just the remote. It makes the game easier to play and may come in handy for a lot of other racing games- and even Sonic. Buy the game and an extra steering wheel [...]...; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Video_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Perfumed Passion Flower 8 Seeds/Seed -Passiflora alata; Brand: Hirts: Seed; Vines & Groundcovers; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cider Gum Eucalyptus Herb 20 Seeds - Eucalyptus gunnii; Brand: December01; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Package of 3,000 Seeds, Low Growing Wildflower Mixture (100% Pure Live Seed) Non-GMO Seeds by Seed Needs; Brand: Seed Needs; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 200 Ornamental PINK PAMPAS GRASS Cortaderia Selloana Seeds; Brand: Seedville; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Dirty Gardener Lobelia Erinus Half Moon Flowers - 200 Seeds; Brand: The Dirty Gardener; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Seed Needs, Double Mix Shirley Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) 10,000 Seeds; Brand: Seed Needs; Review: None came up send me more to try!!!! Been rising flowers for years!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 25+ CERINTHE BLUE SHRIMP PRIDE OF GIBRALTER FLOWER SEEDS/SELF SEEDING; Brand: CHERYL'S UNIQUE FLOWER SEEDS; Review: Didn't produce!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 50+ Aubrieta Rock Cress Bright Red Perennial Flower Seeds / Ground Cover; Brand: CHERYL'S UNIQUE FLOWER SEEDS; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pink Pampas Grass 200 Seeds - Cortaderia; Brand: HOME-OUTDOOR; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Red & Gold Skippy Hardy Viola 35 Seeds- Shade Perennial; Brand: Hirts: Perennials; Shade; Review: Didn't produce!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Seed Needs, Giant Star Columbine Mix (Aquilegia caerulea) - 500 Seeds; Brand: Seed Needs; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hinterland Trading Rainbow Tutti Frutti Lupine 25+ Flower Seeds; Brand: ; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Zinnias from Singapore; Brand: SeedSurvivior; Review: Loved these!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 50 BURNING BUSH Kochia Scoparia Shrub Seeds; Brand: Seedville; Review: Didn't produce!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 150 ZINNIA ~ Whirligig ~ CARROUSEL FLOWER SEEDS Bright Colors Festive Patterns; Brand: ; Review: None came up!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: KAVAJ Leather iPad 2/3/4 Case Cover"Berlin" for Apple iPad 4, iPad; Brand: KAVAJ; Review: Love this thing! Love the quality leather, love the fine stitching that frames my iPad screen! Have had it for a few months now and couldn't be more pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple iPad 2 MC769LL/A Tablet (iOS 7,16GB, WiFi) Black 2nd Generation; Brand: Apple; Review: I love my new Apple iPad as much as I love my dog! But if I had known I would love it this much, I would have spent the money to get a newer version with a better camera. Not that I have noticed the difference, myself. I recently bought a small cheaper tablet for other purposes, but I am so spoiled on the quality of Apple, that I am not enjoying that device and wish I had gotten the iPad mini.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JOTO - ASUS MeMO Pad 8 (ME181C) Tablet Screen Protector Film Guard Ultra HD Crystal Clear; Brand: JOTO; Review: This thing is REALLY nice! And I have almost all the bubbles out. I am ordering this same brand for my other device.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KingNeed Universal GPS Heads Up Display Car GPS Speedometer Digital Speed Projector Windshield Projection with Over-speed Alarm For All Vehicle; Brand: KingNeed; Review: This device does just what I needed: shows the speed in nice large numbers. You see, my speedometer has been out for some time and the repair would be time consuming and expensive. This thing takes the place of my speedometer and is easier to read than a chart plotter. Now I see why everyone has been passing me:) Don't forget to buy the plug-in to go with it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPad Air 2 Case, [Vintage Classic Series] [Genuine Leather] Folio Flip Leather Case [Stand Feature] [Magnetic; Brand: Benuo; Review: I cannot say enough good things about this case. It fits my iPad perfectly. It looks and smells and feels like real leather. It looks nice and neat around the edges, the way it clips onto the iPad. The little flap on the back props it up anyway that I want it to. The back of it is smooth, unlike my previous case, so that it does not pick up lint or dust, which would get onto the screen when I closed it. I got the red one, the color is subtle, not a bright red. I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bell South Caller ID Name and Number (CI-165); Brand: BellSouth; Review: Works fine, very simple to use, does just what I wanted.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MOSISO Case for iPad Mini; Brand: MOSISO; Review: This case is just about perfect in every way. First, it looks and feels like the book. It has a little bit of thickness to the covers and feels a little more protective of my iPad then a thinner one would be. Second it makes a really nice stand in the landscape mode. This is the first time I have not had to prop my iPad up on books to view it from the right angle. It doesn't work the same in the portrait or book mode. At first I thought that would be a serious problem because I cannot lie in bed and hold this thing over my head with my right hand only. It flops forward because of the design of the case. It was very frustrating. Then I learned to hold it with my left hand and problem solved.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fintie iPad 2/3/4 Case [Corner Protection] - [Multi-Angle Viewing, Headrest] Stand Cover W/Elastic Hand; Brand: Fintie; Review: I bought this for my sister for her old iPad 2. She loves it. She can't get over all the different things she likes it for. Mostly the handle, I think. And everyone comments on how pretty it is: that turquoise gold patterned one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OMOTON Kindle Paperwhite Case Cover; Brand: OMOTON; Review: Very nice, light weight, closes easily putting kindle to sleep.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OMOTON Kindle Paperwhite Case Cover; Brand: OMOTON; Review: Very nice, light weight, closes easily putting kindle to sleep.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Kite Runner; Author: Visit Amazon's Khaled Hosseini Page; Review: After reading this book, I'm absolutely astonished at the hype it's gotten. The only thing to which I can attribute its popularity is its Afghan setting, because everything else about it I've seen before--in a hundred other hackneyed, contrived, badly written pieces of fiction. Hosseini's prose could not be more trite and cliche-ridden. (I found it humorous that his narrator occasionally points out cliches, apparently not aware of the hundreds of others that comprise the book, starting from the first sentence. Too bad he wasn't being ironic. But this author, I fear, knows nothing of the delicacies of irony.) The plot is predictable, its rendering of redemption bordering on the absurd. And the protagonist is a narcissistic chump, a truly repellent human being who renders up his prurient little tale with nary a glimmer of self-awareness. This novel would have been much better if: a) someone with an ounce of subtlety had written it; b) its attempts at foreshadowing, imagery, symbolism, and the like were aimed slightly above a sixth-grade reading level; c) it gave its above-sixth-grade reader a modicum of credit [yes, we get that Amir now has his own harelip--please, please don't spell it out-- you had to spell it out, didn't you? couldn't resist?]; and d) either the novel's plot underwent a radical overhaul in favor of the realistic or embraced its absurdity and called itself what it really is: a farce. If this is what passes for great fiction these days, American readers are a very sad lot.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Kite Runner (Chinese Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Khaled Hosseini Page; Review: After reading this book, I'm absolutely astonished at the hype it's gotten. The only thing to which I can attribute its popularity is its Afghan setting, because everything else about it I've seen before--in a hundred other hackneyed, contrived, badly written pieces of fiction. Hosseini's prose could not be more trite and cliche-ridden. (I found it humorous that his narrator occasionally points out cliches, apparently not aware of the hundreds of others that comprise the book, starting from the first sentence. Too bad he wasn't being ironic. But this author, I fear, knows nothing of the delicacies of irony.) The plot is predictable, its rendering of redemption bordering on the absurd. And the protagonist is a narcissistic chump, a truly repellent human being who renders up his prurient little tale with nary a glimmer of self-awareness. This novel would have been much better if: a) someone with an ounce of subtlety had written it; b) its attempts at foreshadowing, imagery, symbolism, and the like were aimed slightly above a sixth-grade reading level; c) it gave its above-sixth-grade reader a modicum of credit [yes, we get that Amir now has his own harelip--please, please don't spell it out-- you had to spell it out, didn't you? couldn't resist?]; and d) either the novel's plot underwent a radical overhaul in favor of the realistic or embraced its absurdity and called itself what it really is: a farce. If this is what passes for great fiction these days, American readers are a very sad lot.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rosie Revere, Engineer; Author: Visit Amazon's Andrea Beaty Page; Review: This book tries not to be sexist but ends up being really, really sexist, especially when compared with its slightly less sexist companion book, Iggy Peck, Architect. Iggy Peck's story begins with, "Iggy Peck is an architect and has been since he was two," and then it goes on to describe his ingenious toddler creativity, which becomes thwarted in elementary school by his architecture-hating teacher, a neurotic woman who's traumatized by having gotten lost in the Empire State Building as a child. Iggy saves her life, heals her neurosis, and is not only a hero but then takes on the role of lecturing his class each week on architecture, supplanting his neurotic teacher. Rosie Revere, by contrast, is hampered by insecurity and easily daunted by others' criticism. Her creations are acknowledged failures, and she's deemed adequately successful if she can just keep trying despite failure (go, Rosie!). Her great aunt, the iconic Rosie the Riveter, is an obese crone who cheers on young Rosie's failures--failures Rosie constructs in secret to avoid criticism. In the end, unlike Iggy, an acknowledged authority on architecture and Rosie's classmate, wallflower Rosie is just happy not to be crushed by her neuroses, even if she is still pretty much a failure and invisible to everyone except her absurdly fat aunt. Edifying, really.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Steeplejack: Book 1 in the Steeplejack series; Author: Visit Amazon's A. J. Hartley Page; Review: This is a great book. Hartley creates a completely absorbing fictional culture and a main character who's both heroic and very human. And what an action-packed plot! Part thriller, part mystery, and part coming-of-age story. What I liked most about the novel was the nuanced way it addresses attitudes about gender and race. The book is evidence of how compelling a female protagonist can be outside of the conventional romance plots that are often created for young women characters. Highly recommend for adult and young adult readers. Carve out some time, because you won't want to put it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Firebrand: Book 2 in the Steeplejack series; Author: Visit Amazon's A. J. Hartley Page; Review: Readers couldn't ask for a better follow-up to Hartley's first novel in this series, Steeplejack. In this thoughtful, beautifully written sequel, Ang's adventures extend beyond her characteristically breathtaking acts of physical daring and dexterity to include an entirely new set of experiences. As she becomes increasingly indispensable as a secret agent of justice for the city of Bar-Selehm, Ang develops the delicate social skills required to pull off an extraordinary act of impersonation as a member of high society. This new challenge demands a level of personal discipline unlike anything Ang has experienced before. In the course of training for and executing her latest feats, she grows in self-understanding, coming to a more adult appreciation of both the advantages and limitations of the fiercely self-protective spirit she nurtures as a female member of Bar-Selehm's racial underclass. Ang's act of social "passing"--and the complex identity questions it raises for her--also expose Hartley's writerly range and skill beyond the significant accomplishments of the first novel. He moves deftly between heart-pounding encounters with villains and wild animals to equally tense--and dangerous--social performances unfolding in the cravat-and-corset drawing rooms of Bar-Salem's elite. This novel has all the action of the first one with a layer of delicate psychological and social complexity that allows Hartley to further deepen the humanity, interest, and individuality of his protagonist, who remains at the end of the novel, like all real human beings, something of a mystery to herself. As in the first novel, this sequel addresses a number of political, ethical, and social questions that resonate with current conflicts around the globe. What I admire most about Hartley's handling of these questions is his resistance to tidy answers. Rather than tell a story that offers sentimental or idealistic solutions to complex problems--including an international refugee crisis and its underlying racist dynamics--the novel suggests the imperfection and inadequacy of abstract notions of justice when brought into messy confrontation with the enormity of human vanity and human suffering. At the same time, the novel suggests through the tireless, noble determination of its heroine that although the world cannot be made perfect, it can be made incrementally more decent--and by a Lani steeplejack girl, no less. This novel deserves all the accolades it is sure to garner.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Ecolux Boutique Hotel; City: Komatipoort Mpumalanga; Review: The hotel makes it easy for planning where to stay in Komatipoort as it is the only place to stay and it is everything that you can wish for in a home away from home. The rooms are very spacious, the beds are very comfortable, the showers are powerful, the TV is great for viewing and the overall ambiance is extremely comfortable. Breakfast in the morning is something to look forward to and has everything that you could ask for. The hosts are extremely accommodating and I will certainly recommend this hotel as the ONLY hotel to stay in, for all visitors to Komatipoort, looking for a wonderful experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodgewood by L hotel Mongkok Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: Can't fault the impeccable service of the staff - really first class. But the rooms were a joke. I will never stay here again. While the touches were nice all over the hotel, there is no point if you are going to can me up in a prison cell for my stay. Totally claustrophobic and not even anywhere to place my suitcase. For a business trip, I could not even think as the walls got narrower and narrower. If you think Amsterdam hotels are tiny, wait til you try this.... or not, if you take heed of my advice....And, important note - if you ever wanted to know what it feels like to live in a can of sardines, come and stay in Mong Kok. The crowd of people is totally mental and I don't care if people have got used to it - it is so not normal. Avoid Langham Plaza, its like shopping in a battlefield.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Villa Tarentaal; City: Tulbagh Witzenberg Municipality Western Cape; Review: A wonderful stay. The accommodation was immaculate and the setting was very tranquil. Full DSTV bouquet available, which is rare to find. A beautiful breakfast is served in your very own private seating area, with full brai facilities. Nice size swimming pool,decks and large grounds for strolls.Definitely one to note for future visits to Tulbagh or surrounding areas. Five stars and excellent value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Firlane House; City: Bredasdorp Overberg District Western Cape; Review: If any guest house,loge or hotel needs any guidance in terms of the best service quality and standards, then Firlane House is the benchmark in the industry as a whole. Magnificent experience from check in to check out, with a very high quality nights rest in a very comfortable bed. It was an absolute surprise to find this type of accommodation in a small town like Bredasdorp. The accommodation is pristine, the breakfast was a delight and the service was exceptional. What a great discovery!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Seasons Al Hamra Hotel; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: I really don't know what people on here are smoking - I have no idea why this has a high rating. The rooms are absolutely horrible - so dark, miserable, gloomy and totally not comfortable. I changed rooms twice and things got worse not better. The carpets are dirty, the bedding is dirty, the bathrooms are something you would find in a one or two star hotel. Can't believe I was duped by the high rating Trip Advisor offered. The Howard Johnson hotel has better rooms, the Al Diar Capital hotel has even better rooms. Booked two nights in this misery. Please guys, on this ocassion, please ignore the good reviews on here and do yourself a favour. Wifi works at least. Very, very depressing rooms.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dax 11x14 Classic Rosewood and Black Wall Frame with Black and Red Mat For 8.5x11 Document, Wall or Tabletop; Brand: DAX; Review: Excellent frame!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wooden Wall Plaque. 'I Cook with Wine. Sometimes I Even Add It to the Food; Brand: Vista; Review: I can't wait to hang it up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carnation Home Fashions The Starry Night Fabric Shower Curtain, 72"L x 70"W; Brand: Carnation Home Fashions; Review: This is the envy of all my guests! It looks awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laminated Almond Branches in Bloom, San Remy, c.1890 Poster by Vincent van Gogh 36 x 24in; Brand: Poster Revolution; Review: Beautiful, love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pyramid America Imagination-Nebula-Motivational, Photography Poster Print, 24 by 36-Inch; Brand: Pyramid America; Review: I decorated my 3 year olds room with this poster. I received lots of "WOW'S" as a response! It is a beautiful design and quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Doodle Bedroom and Bathroom Accent Rug, Orange; Brand: InterDesign; Review: Went perfect with my Van Gogh Starry Starry Night Shower Curtain! You would be surprised how big the orange in that painting is when it is blown up on a shower curtain! I think the rugs would match well in my teenage daughters room too since she has bright polka dots on her bed set, but I love them in my bathroom and they are holding up well so far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pyramid World Map Vintage Style Poster Print; Brand: Pyramid America; Review: Thick poster that displays well in the brown metal frame I purchased. I always wanted a vintage map and this is close enough.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pyramid America Imagination-Nebula-Motivational, Photography Poster Print, 24 by 36-Inch; Brand: Pyramid America; Review: I decorated my 3 year olds room with this poster. I received lots of "WOW'S" as a response! It is a beautiful design and quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aeolus Down Luxlen Microfiber Blanket Reversible: Soft Plush to Satin Cool, Twin, Purple; Brand: Aeolus Down; Review: This is the best and most comfortable blanket I' ve ever owned in my life. It is fleece on one side and quilted fabric on the other. It does not she'd like my old blanket. I do not like the cold and this keeps me nice and warm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Master Electrician 09413ME 12-Feet Cube Tap Extension Cord, White; Brand: Master Electrician; Review: I needed a little extension cord to go with my stick vac to do the stairs. This fits the bill perfectly. Gives me an extra 12 feet. Totally worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Varathane 224491H Premium Gel Stain, Quart, Cabernet; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: I am still in the process of staining my kitchen cabinets. The ones I have finished came out beautifully. My only complaint is that it took so many coats to get the cabinets to the dark color I wanted. This is the only gel stain I have used so I have nothing to compare it with. I used it to change my cabinets from a golden honey which you can see in the photos the bottom cabinets have not yet been refinished and the upper cabinets have. Update. On the first set of cabinets, I sanded them but not completely before applying. The next set of cabinets, I used a stripper on them before I stained them and they took the stain so much better and they did not require so many coats to get the darker color. So I am revising my review to 5 stars. I have bought this same Dark Walnut gel stain for the 3rd time and have also used it to stain wood photo frames and then a dresser, a nightstand and an entertainment center. Anything I like well enough to keep buying deserves the full 5 stars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Giani Granite IronCore Primer 12oz; Brand: Giani Granite; Review: I am not much of a do it yourselfer and I tried a project of painting a 60's era night stand with this black primer. I originally intended to follow up with a glossy black paint, but changed my mind after seeing how nice the primer looked. I added an additional coat of this primer and then followed with a varnish. It came it very nicely and I am happy and really felt I had accomplished something taking an ugly old piece of furniture which I almost threw away to something really nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3M CP040-12-CC 4.875 by 2.875 by 1 Inch Sanding Sponge Single Angle, Fine grit; Brand: 3M; Review: Comfortably fits in the hand while sanding.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minwax 63333444 Polycrylic Protective Finish Water Based,1 quart, Satin; Brand: Minwax; Review: This worked really well and was easy clean up. I bought more.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SHEFFIELD BRONZE 1440, 1 oz, Bisque; Brand: Sheffield Bronze; Review: Even buying both the bisque and the white and mixing it I could not get the color right.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Self-Stick Furniture Round Felt Pads for Hard Surfaces – Protect your Hard Floors from Furniture Scratches, 3/4" Linen, Round; Brand: Soft Touch; Review: These were helpful on my beautiful dining room table legs to protect my new hardwood floors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rust-Oleum 254100 Painters Touch Quart Oil Based, Metallic Silver; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: This was a wonderful color and looks very nice on a variety of items I have painted including ceiling fan blades and a TV tray table. Really updated the look of some old items where I could use them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shepherd Hardware 9967 Self Adhesive Vinyl Bumpers, Clear; Brand: Shepherd Hardware; Review: Worked as expected to keep things from banging closed. I actually used it to sound proof the chair lift that moves up my stairs. It made too much noise when opening up or shutting it. The surface guards helped it not to bang shut. It took me a while to find the right placement to make it work. A small thing but it totally did the job.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Small Clear 5/16" (7.9mm) Dia x 0.085" (2.2mm) H Round Sound Deadening Cabinet and Furniture Bumpers - 75 Pack; Brand: Isolate It!; Review: After refinishing cabinets, these were needed to keep the cabinet doors from banging.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rust-Oleum 7771730 1/2-Pint 8-Ounce Protective Enamel, Gloss Sand; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: I bought this for my bike to repaint a few areas which were lavender colored to change it to gray. My knees are bad and my husband has been riding it and I thought I should make it less girly. I did have to use a primer. The gray paint would not stick to the bike without it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PIP Assurance 28 Mil Flock Lined Neoprene Chemical Gloves with Raised Diamond Grip, Size S-XL (Medium); Brand: PIP; Review: Best gloves I've used for refinishing furniture. I know that all gloves have limits when it comes to stripping furniture, but I have managed to not wreck these in the first use. I have melted through 3 sets of other gloves, so in contrast, these are holding up well. I also enjoy that they come sized. I have extremely small hands and other gloves have been too long and the ends get in the way of what I am working on. These actually fit so my work is easier without rubber fingertips flopping around and messing things up. I totally recommend. I use citristrip and I paint it on with a paintbrush and scrape it off with a plastic putty knife so I don't just keep the gloves in the wet stripper while I'm working, but of course stripper gets on the gloves. I will update as I continue to use these.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 10 Pcs of 100 Watt E11 Base Mini Candelabra, Halogen Light Bulb, 120 Volts, 120V, 100W, 100Watt; Brand: Sterl Lighting; Review: I did not understand what size these were. I could not tell from the photos or description. They did not fit my fixture so I returned them. They might do a little better at explaining the size in the description or showing a pic with something for reference which might indicate sizing.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rust-Oleum 7733502 Stops Rust, 32 oz. Quart, Gloss Dark Hunter Green; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: It looks nice if you stop after you get it on and don't try to do another coat. If you try to do a second coat to get the brushstrokes right, it gets gloppy and uneven, so do one smooth coat and then leave it alone. I used this to change the brassy gold touches around my stand alone shower to aluminum. The edges didn't come out well either. I also used this on a metal guide under a drawer after sanding off the rust. It looked great on that and it should help to protect the metal from rust and keep things gliding more smoothly on the drawer.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rust Oleum 280726 American Accents Ultra Cover 2X Spray Paint, Gloss Seaside, 12-Ounce; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: I used the oil rubbed bronze paint to update some brassy gold colored photo frames. In case you don't know, oil rubbed bronze is close to being black. I took everything out of the frame, removed the glass and took them outside to spray. I was happy with the outcome, but added a coat of varnish to give it a shine and make cleaning a little easier. Very nice effect. Totally easy to use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunlite G25/LED/7W/D/CL/ES/27K Led G25 Globe 7W (60W Relacement) Clear Light Bulb Medium (E26) Base, 2700K Warm White Light; Brand: Sunlite; Review: Two of these burned out really quickly and they are supposed to last a really long time. Very disappointed! I think bulbs this expensive should last more than a few weeks.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Drain Hair Catcher Cover - Shower Sink Bathtub Kitchen Bathroom Utility Stainless Steel Strainer 4 Size Value Pack; Brand: AKEfit; Review: I use 2 of these. The largest one (the white one) I put in the shower. The largest all metal one I use in the kitchen sink. It catches so much more than the strainer that comes with the sink and keeps the drain area cleaner. I have no use for the smaller 2. The don't fit anything in the house, but the other two were worth the money. Nothing in this pack fit the pop up drain in my tub but I found another drain hair catcher for that. I really do like the largest metal one in the kitchen sink so I kept it all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Code Name: Johnny Walker: The Extraordinary Story of the Iraqi Who Risked Everything to Fight with the; Author: Visit Amazon's Johnny Walker Page; Review: With all that has been reported in the press in the pass years re: the war I learned so much more from this book along with being inspired by the author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The American Boomerang; Author: Visit Amazon's Nick Adams Page; Review: This was a most inspiring book and great to read a prospective from a non American with hopes for our country.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Divider-in-Chief: The Fraud of Hope and Change; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Obenshain Page; Review: Couldn't put it down. Wonderfully written with complete details that are all proven with an inside that every American should know.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Divider-in-Chief: The Fraud of Hope and Change; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Obenshain Page; Review: Although a bit dated in time, this should be a must read for all American's interested in the survival of their country. I bought 5 more to give at Christmas.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broken Grace; Author: Visit Amazon's E.C. Diskin Page; Review: I couldn't put it down and never expected the ending. great read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crisis of Character: A White House Secret Service Officer Discloses His Firsthand Experience with Hillary,; Author: Visit Amazon's Gary J. Byrne Page; Review: I could not put it down...and learned a great deal re: the secret service due diligence that I was not totally aware of all that they do..; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pet Naturals L-Lysine Chews Cats, Immune Respiratory Support Supplement, 60 Bite Sized Chews (3.74oz); Brand: Pet Naturals; Review: much easier way to get lysine into the cats. However, only three of the five cats will eat the treats.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catmandoo Dried Chicken Pet Treat; Brand: Cat-Man-Doo; Review: They are the best. I haven't met a cat (or dog) that don't love them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Instinct Raw Boost Grain Free Formula Freeze Dried Minis Cat Treats by Nature's Variety; Brand: Instinct; Review: They appear to be a good product, but my cats do not seem to be very excited. They like the freeze dried chicken & fish better.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tomlyn Nutri-Cal Cats; Brand: Tomlyn; Review: Does what it is supposed to but my cat does not like the taste. He is finicky.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Clover Fresh Digest Daily Digestive Aid and Immune Support Supplement for; Brand: In Clover; Review: I have a cat with digestive issues. No more stinky poops/runs. It works best with wet food but my cat will eat most of it if sprinkled over her kibble. Tends to leave a gummy mess in the bottom of the bowl when used with dry food.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Litter Lifter Cat Litter Scoop (Colors May Vary); Brand: Litter Lifter; Review: This is the best scoop I have ever used. I am scooping for five cats! No shaking needed so almost no dust created. I did find these at Petco at a lower price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wahl Professional Animal Stylique Trimmer for Dogs Cats and Pet Hair Fur #9951-210; Brand: Wahl Professional Animal; Review: Very handy for trimming my cat before going to shows.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Petmate Hi-Back Litter Pan, Color May Vary; Brand: Petmate; Review: I like it, and it appeared just as I expected. However, my cat has managed to poop over the FRONT side. Some cats just have too much fun messing with their owners. :-); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Dry Cat Food Green Pea & Duck; Brand: Natural Balance; Review: My cat like it. I have one that is allergic to chicken so it's important that I am able to get a good LID food with no chicken products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petnology Cat L-Lysine Soft Chews, 90 Count; Brand: Petnology; Review: Probably is a good product but none of my cats like it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Tea With Emma (The Teacup Novellas Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Diane Moody Page; Review: I was trying out my new Kindle...found some short ones to read and learn to use my new Kindle. Good.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Textbook Case (a Lincoln Rhyme story) (Kindle Single) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jeffery Deaver Page; Review: Just picked this one out and was very impressed. You need to add jeffrey to your reading portfolio. So good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Right Wrong Number: A Short Story - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Barbara Delinsky Page; Review: I enjoyed reading this book.. Another one for learning just how my new Kindle works. Easy to find and load.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Western Mail Order Bride Company (Christian Historical Old West Romance) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Vanessa Carvo Page; Review: Liked this book.. Need to locate more by her...shot book but one of interest. I think you will be impressed. For all ages..; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mirth, Murder & Mystery - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jenna Bennett Page; Review: Every book was pretty good considering they were quick reads.. Price was right while I was learning how to use my Kindle...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kate McCall, Private Eye - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Tina Lencioni Page; Review: I thought I had already submitted a review, but will give another one. A good read, keeps your interest alive.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Margo Mysteries Series Collection - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jerry B. Jenkins Page; Review: Haven't finished yet, but savoring each chapter...first time I have read a book with the next character as the beginning of a chapter...a challenge to figure out how this person links to Margo, and like the way the plan of salvation is explained....one I will remember; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Joe Dillard Series Box Set (Books 1 through 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scott Pratt Page; Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading the Joe Dillard series box set. Each book was exciting and kept me 'on the edge of my seat'..and the price was in my budget. I will be looking for more from Scott Pratt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Black Klansman; Brand: Ted V. Mikels; Review: I really like the movie and would show the movie as part of black history week. History is something that should represent us.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Frank Matthews Story; Brand: Al Profit; Review: It was amazing to know that men of color had a lot of influence in the drug trade. But unfortunately it was a sad ending that was never really had an ending.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas; Brand: Asa Butterfield; Review: Good movie and so true about racism and bigotry!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas; Brand: ; Review: Good movie and so true about racism and bigotry!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black November; Brand: Akon; Review: Not interesting at all!; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: BISSELL PowerBrush Full Sized Carpet Steamer and Carpet Shampooer, 1623; Brand: Bissell; Review: This carpet cleaner really pulls up the dirt. The downfall, is the small cleaning head and small bucket. Must refill often, but priced low enough to still like it. Do not recommend if you have large carpeted areas to clean.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alligator 11-1/4-Inch Dicer with Collector, White; Brand: Alligator; Review: Love it Love it Love it Cuts beautifully, lasts a long long time, cuts food uniform, easy to clean up too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transworld Durable Deluxe Insulated Lunch Cooler Bag (Many Colors and Size Available) (12"x10"x8 1/2", Royal Blue); Brand: Transworld; Review: This lunch box did not disappoint. Kinda on the large side but still not too bulky. Will allow ample room for ice packs, a few cans of beverages plus good sized food containers. But it still looks like you are packing one person. Great for my husband the construction worker.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black & Decker EK 700 Slice Right Electric Knife; Brand: BLACK+DECKER; Review: Use it for cutting my homemade bread. Works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gruffalo Bean Bag; Brand: Kids Preferred; Review: Grandson loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hamilton Beach 36-3301-W French Fry Cutter and Veggie Dicer, 4.5 x 4.5 x 10.5, White; Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honeywell 50150-N Pure HEPA Round Air Purifier, 225 sq. ft.; Brand: Kaz; Review: The air seems fresher after it runs awhile. Never really know if it makes a difference. I will be taking it to my musty cabin shortly, will update on air quality when used there. Downfall....it is loud. I run it while I am out of the house. Impossible to hear television over first and second settings. Still a lot of background noise on the lowest setting.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gila Privacy Black Static Cling Residential DIY Window Film No Glue No Adhesive 3ft x 6.5ft (36in x 78in); Brand: Gila; Review: Have had this up for a year now. Has stayed in place, was fairly easy to apply. Put on a sliding glass door. The length of the roll was enough to cover one window panel top to bottom, but the width of the roll covered approximately 2/3 of one window panel. Had I wanted the whole sliding door covered, it would have taken about 3 rolls. I put this in my friend's apartment who is very sensitive to sunlight. This covered enough so that he can open the shades part way to see outside but yet keep the glare out. It also provides quite a bit of privacy since he is in a lower level apartment. I believe it will be very easy to remove when need be.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Cotton Washcloths - 60-Pack; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Nice cloths for the price. Not like the see through cheaper by the dozen. These are soft and fluffy. The edges are hemmed and no fraying like the "others".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panacea Products 15347 30" Black Fireplace Poker; Brand: Panacea; Review: Heavy duty. This will last a lifetime. You can lever up the heaviest of logs with no problem. Not extra screw on pieces that tend to screw itself off.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cook N Home NC-00250 12-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set, Silver; Brand: Cook N Home; Review: Purchased as a gift. The quality looks great for the price. Looks a set that will last years. I have always loved my stainless steel clad bottom cookware and this set does not look like it will disappoint.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ozeri 10-Inch Stainless Steel Pan with ETERNA, a PFOA and APEO-Free Non-Stick Coating; Brand: Ozeri; Review: I love clad bottom pans. This was given as a gift so I cannot comment on durability, but it appears to be the same as the non-stick pan I have and love.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vertical Blind Repair Vane Saver Set of 24 (White); Brand: Perfect Order; Review: It worked on the vinyl blinds. The problem was still with the blinds that still don't turn properly, so it was a waste for me. The slats still fell off.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arvidsson Himalayan Salt Lamp, Salt Lamp Night Light with 4; Brand: Arvidsson; Review: They replaced the hot halogen bulbs without emitting heat and saving electric.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hamilton Beach Classic Chrome 2 Slice Toaster (22790); Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: Good price for this item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gorgeous Home *DIFFERENT SOLID COLORS & SIZES*; Brand: Gorgeous Home LINEN; Review: These are room darkening, but they are a very stiff fabric.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel; City: Niagara Falls Ontario; Review: Stayed on Monday February 13th 2017. The only thing this hotel has going for it is the amazing view of the falls. Other than that, it's not worth the money. The valet parking was horrendous. For a place that offers strictly valet parking, you would think they would have it down to a T; it was very disorganized. People were standing around not able to help guests who were arriving. We were passed off multiple times between employees because this person "couldn't help us." When we arrived the second time after dinner around 11:00PM, there were no valet employees around. I understand that it was 11:00PM on a Monday night, but if you are going to be only valet, there needs to be someone there at all times. We chose the 25 dollar option and riding the shuttle the next morning was no problem. You just have to take into consideration the extra time it will take to get to your car. We stayed on the 38th floor with the falls view. When we got up to the room we were blown away by the view. Unfortunately, that was the only good thing about the room. The furniture was dusty and sticky, the whirlpool tub was dirty with hair and grime, the carpet had crumbs on it and the room was just overall average. The cover for the whirlpool pipes was on the floor under the vanity area. The room certainly did not wow us the way the view did. Upon check out we noticed that there was a 10% TIF (tourism improvement fee also known at some hotels as a DMF) added to our bill on both the room and the parking! When we called to ask to have it removed, and the girl at the desk told us it was a mandatory charge. Being in the industry, I know this is not a mandatory charge but a VOLUNTARY FEE. She also told us that the money goes to general maintenance of the falls, fireworks and other things of this nature. It is up to the discretion of the hotel what they would like to do with the money. I’m disappointed that we were lied to. "The DMF is a voluntary industry-led initiative for supporting regional tourism marketing, development . They are voluntary fees, not taxes, consumers have the right to ask to have the fee removed from their bill." Source: Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport; Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services I sent an email to the hotel to again ask for the charge to be removed but I still have not heard back. It is pretty standard that emails should be replied to within 24 hours or less. The next time I travel to Niagara Falls I will not be staying at the embassy suites even though I am a Hilton honours member and my boyfriend is an employee of the Hilton brand. The view was beautiful but the service was less than average. I will spend my money elsewhere.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn by Hilton Sarnia Point Edward; City: Sarnia Ontario; Review: We really enjoyed our stay at the Hampton Inn. The hotel is very modern, nicely decorated and the common spaces were very clean. The room was very clean as well and everything was in good working order. The beds were comfortable. Breakfast was good but there was limited seating in the breakfast area. The pool area was clean and a good temperature but unfortunately there is no hot tub. Although we didn't interact with the staff a lot, they seemed friendly and helpful.(We checked in using the hilton app and did not have to go to the desk) The barn door that is installed as the bathroom door was beautiful but it did not have a lock. There was also about a 2 inch gap allowing someone to see right into the bathroom from the area where the beds are. Overall we had a great stay and I would highly reccommend this hotel to anyone looking to stay in this area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Waterloo; City: Waterloo Region of Waterloo Ontario; Review: We stayed here because I had a gift certificate for a free night that I won at a work Christmas party. I typically do not stay at Best Western's. We received a complimentary upgrade to a Jacuzzi suite as a nice gesture from the person working at the front desk. The rooms are a little out dated in terms of colour and décor but it was clean. The jacuzzi tub in the room was large but the drying cycle was confusing. The Jets we're so intense and a lot of the settings didn't really work - not allowing it to be less intense. There was an odd stain on the tv stand and water marks in the ceiling. The shower shampoo/conditioner dispenser that was installed by four points(this property was previously a Sheraton property) was still in the shower with the four points logo. A bit odd.. the water pressure in the shower was not great either. Staff at the front desk and in the restaurant we're unprofessional in terms of loud conversations, ignoring customers waiting at the desk or the bar because they were too deep in conversation and smoking right outside of the front door. I personally would not stay here again but for someone looking for a budget friendly hotel with basic needs, this will do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tru by Hilton Williamsville Buffalo Airport; City: Williamsville New York; Review: We decided to take a last minute trip and this new Tru by Hilton really appealed to us. Its a newer concept for Hilton and it definitely speaks to the millenials, including myself. This property is connected to a home2 and they share a salt water pool and fitness centre. The lady working at the front desk was pleasant and made us feel welcome upon check in. The design is very modern, clean and fun. There are games you can play in the lobby area - shuffle board, foosball and different board games. The room with a single king was a little small but still comfortable. Only two complaints... There are no drawers for your clothes and there is no shelf in the shower to put your toiletries on. (Minor details!) We were told by the gentleman working the night shift that breakfast ran until 10am. We were fairly disappointed when we got to the breakfast area at 9:30am to find everything had already been cleared away because breakfast actually ended at 9. The lady who checked us in really talked up the breakfast as their main focus is on toppings - cereal, yogurt, donuts etc. (Yum!) Although the breakfast had ended, the same lady working at the desk was helpful and offered to see if there was anything leftover that she could get for us as well as offering to reopen the cereal and juice area so we could atleast have something to eat. The pool was clean and warm. There is lots to do in the area. Tons of restaurants and stores within a few minutes drive. I would definitely recommend this hotel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto; City: Toronto Ontario; Review: I think the below average service provided at this hotel is overlooked by the prime location and the amazing views. We stayed in a corner room with a soaker tub and a skyline view (CN tower and Lake Ontario view to be specific) on the 37th floor. Floor to ceiling windows in the bedroom and bathroom have absolutely amazing views. The configuration of the bedroom is a little weird. The fridge is randomly on the ground in the corner when it could have been incorporated with the built in where the coffee and ice bucket are. It's almost as if it was an after thought. The desk and tv stand are smack dab in the middle of the view which only gives you a small section with an arm chair to actually sit and look out the window. If everything was pushed to the left or the right, there would atleast be space for 2 chairs and a small table. I know a lot of times hotel showers have poor water pressure but this room had too much pressure in the shower head - it was actually painful to stand infront of. There were a lot of small cosmetic issues in the room - cracks in the wall and ceiling, paint chips, one of the closet doors did not close, water stains and bubbles on the wood furniture. The list goes on... Didn't have a chance to eat at the restaurant or use the pool/fitness centre. We left a few items in the room when we checked out. We went back to the hotel around 4pm to get them and it took 45 minutes for the housekeeping manager to find the room attendant who cleaned our room and get our items to us. I understand the hotel is busy, especially on a Monday afternoon in downtown Toronto, but honestly 45 minutes to locate a lost and found item is utterly ridiculous especially when someone is waiting in the lobby for it. All in all, pretty unimpressed considering all the great reviews on here. Its likely we won't return.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oakwood Resort; City: Grand Bend Lambton Shores Ontario; Review: I appreciate character as much as the next person but there is character and then there is old and dated. This place is definitely in need of some updating if they want to keep charging what they do for their rooms. The sheets on the beds are stiff and itchy. There was mold on the shower curtain in our room. The ceiling in the bathroom was dirty and just generally in bad condition. The hallways are very dark and depressing. The carpet is dingy both in the hallways and the rooms. Other than the pool, this hotel is not really kid friendly. The playground area is absolutely pathetic with 2 swings and a small climbing structure. The games room that's located in the pub is coin operated with each game costing at least 1 dollar, other than ping pong. On the plus side, the banquet staff was efficient and polite. The food in the conference was good. (Although they should maybe consider not having their staff eat off the buffet while other guests are still in the dining room... maybe move the food to the kitchen and have them take it from there. Looks unprofessional) The grounds are beautiful and well kept. Great location, close to everything you might need while in a small beach town like Grand Bend. You can't beat the private beach access and the sunset deck that is only a few minutes walk from your room. I personally can't justify paying these rates for what you receive during your stay, it's just not worth it to me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Light on Prãnãyãma: The Yogic Art of Breathing; Author: Visit Amazon's B. K. S. Iyengar Page; Review: This book is excellent. It should be read patiently and put into practice with the same patience and diligence. The health benefits will be felt immediately and if you contemplate the spiritual side, you will benefit even more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pineal Gland & Your Third Eye: Proven Methods to Develop Your Higher Self; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Jill Ammon-Wexler Page; Review: Developing the third eye is not a game or passing fancy. It is an integral part of profound spiritual growth that should be carried out under the guidance of a spiritual teacher that is qualified to teach what they have directly experienced, within the broader spiritual context. So the reader should be very cautious about adopting any of the techniques described in this book, without first having developed the proper foundation. And this can take years, up to an entire lifetime!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Comprehensive Manual of Abhidhamma; Author: Visit Amazon's Bhikkhu Bodhi Page; Review: I am certain that the Buddha would not be pleased that there is a charge for his teachings!!! It is also very important to remember that the Buddha did not formulate these teachings in this way. He taught in a way that was appropriate for different people at different times and with different inclinations. There is a real danger in organizing his teachings in a concise and condensed fashion that appeal to our senses or rather our defilements... because all you may get are concepts arising and concepts passing away, all of which will be way off the mark.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How To Build a Website With WordPress...Fast! (3rd Edition - Read2Learn Guides) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Kent Mauresmo Page; Review: This book is really wonderful, even if you have already created a Wordpress website. It explains concepts clearly and the instructions are easy to follow. Whether you are a beginner or not, you will find very useful information that you can apply immediately. Thanks for a job well done.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need; Author: Woolfolk Joanna Martine; Review: This is a nice book, but you cannot create a chart using the link provided if you were born outside of the United States! This was a huge disappointment and should be clearly stated on the cover next to the online calculator. Very misleading!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Pollack Page; Review: I am not sure why this is considered the 'bible' for Tarot. It is useful only if you remember that it represents the author's opinions. There are interesting correlations that seem to coalesce neatly into reasonable explanations and paradigms, but again, much is based on the author's partial view of reality. If you come from a different culture and ethnic background, your views are likely to be completely different. So... no.... this is not a universally applicable interpretation of this Tarot deck. It is one woman's view that has been clearly shaped by her ethnic identity.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Four Foundations of Mindfulness; Author: Sayadaw U Silananda; Review: Practice the teachings and the results will appear. This book lays it out in plain English. No more excuses if you truly want liberation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: SoundPEATS Bluetooth Earphones, Wireless 4.1 Magnetic Earphones, in-Ear IPX6 Sweatproof Headphones with Mic (Superior Sound with Upgraded Drivers,; Brand: SoundPEATS; Review: I love this !!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPad Air 2 Case, TabPow [Hybrid Shockproof Case] Rugged Triple-Layer Shock-Resistant Drop Proof Defender Case Cover with KickStand [Full; Brand: TabPow; Review: Nice product, i love it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M325c Wrls Mouse Zigzag Red; Brand: Logitech; Review: Good mouse!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech - M325c Wireless Optical Mouse - Red Harlequin; Brand: Logitech; Review: Good mouse!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Wireless Mouse M325 with Designed-For-Web Scrolling - Blue; Brand: Logitech; Review: Good mouse!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Stereo Headset with Bulit-in Microphone and Click / Hold Button (Black) for Apple iPhone / iPhone 3G; Brand: Eforcity; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Quality Screen Protector Guard for BlackBerry Storm 9500 9530; Brand: Generic; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: EMPIRE 5-Pack Premium Reusable LCD Mirror Screen Protector with Lint Cleaning Cloth for Apple iPhone 3G 8GB 16GB; Brand: Revontulij; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanium Blackberry 8320 Wi-fi Cell Phone Unlocked, GPRS, EDGE, and 2 MP Camera--International Version; Brand: BlackBerry; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AGPtek® 4 in 1 Camera Lens Kit for Apple iPhone 4 (8X Black Telephoto Lens, Fish Eye; Brand: AGPTEK; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Importer520 2in1 Combo Polka Dot Flex Gel Case for Iphone 4 & 4S, Baby Blue/Pink; Brand: Importer520; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BlackBerry Skin for BlackBerry Storm 9500 (Black); Brand: BlackBerry; Review: just for what i need it, meets my expectations, completely recomended, it was very nice to buy and i received it so soon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunwukin Best Waterproof Case for iPhone 6s/6 4.7 Inch, [New; Brand: Sunwukin; Review: If you want to lose your iphone, go buy this piece of garbage. It is not really waterproof and your iphone will stop to work if you use it, as water will damage your phone.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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Title: Kindling the Blaze (Firefighter Romance Series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Leslie Johnson Page; Review: Loved this series! While the first book had no connection to books 2 & 3 I loved each story individually. I usually don't go for such quick stories but the first book was so well done, I couldn't pass up the next two. After all, it does involve firemen! Well worth your time if you're looking for a quick read to a HEA.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn (Brothers of Ink and Steel Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Allie Juliette Mousseau Page; Review: Loved Loved Loved this book! I think I loved it even more then book 1, Dare. I have definitely found a new "must read" author. Can't wait for the next one! I think it was the way Liam and Quinn found each other, not only once as teens, but then again as adults. They had never forgotten one another and it was like Kismet......they were meant to be. They needed to be to heal each other. If you're on the fence about reading this book or any in the series, I say DO IT! It sooooo very much worth your time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walk Through Fire (The Chaos Series Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kristen Ashley Page; Review: Kristin has done it again! I was so drawn into this book ........I felt it deep. At first I was confused about what had happened to break up High and Millie in their past. I was impatient and confused because it took so long to fill in the past. I hated High for a while there. Then.......Then the tragedy of their past was explained and I was so glad I had hung in there. From that point on I was mesmerized! Although I wasn't sure the part about Benito was necessary, it dd add suspense to the story and that's always good in my opinion! Plus, it sets things up for another story I'm sure! Loved this book! Can't wait for the next one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Perfectly Imperfect - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Harper Sloan Page; Review: I don't know how to put into words the depth of feelings this book caused to rise up in me. At first I was angry at Willow for allowing others to influence her feelings of worth. But as I read further I realized how so many of us (myself included) so easily do this. Those of us that are people pleasers. Those that want the approval of someone in their lives. And to read how Kane viewed her; right from the start! How wonderful to realize that not all people look at others negatively. Some people can see what we cannot. Then to watch Willow begin to believe in herself.......and Harper did this so beautifully. It wasn't an instant fix. She showed how Willow had moments of self doubt and that was okay. You Harper Sloan have written a book so many people should read. You've touched on something that needs to be addressed in such a way that makes the reader experience the "feels" without being a textbook or self help book. Thank you! And while I know this is a "stand alone" book, I hope you will consider expanding this story. I would very much like to find out what happens with Willow and Kane and his family(Mia and Milo included) down the road. Not to mention Kole and Cam!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Defy (Brothers of Ink and Steel Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Allie Juliette Mousseau Page; Review: Just finished Defy.........Holy Hotness! Ryder, Ryder ,Ryder....where can I find me a man like that? And Rachel. Well I must admit I got a little miffed at Rachel when she kept trying to figure out if Ryder was a good guy or bad guy. Get out of your head woman and LOOK at what he's doing! I did like how Ryder was able to look at it from her point of view and figure out where her head was at though. I don't want to reveal too much but I do want to encourage you to read it. I was captivated and read it in one afternoon! Excellent dialog, could see everything in my mind. And I do LOVE a man in his dress uniform! So far, I've read all of Brothers of Ink and Steel and I DEFINITELY look forward to the rest of the series. While waiting for the next one I'm going to go back and read the True North series as I've not read that before. Allie, Thank you for your wonderful writing and I'll continue to watch for each of your new books!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Lover - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Liza O'Connor Page; Review: I didn't know if I'd like this book when I bought it, but I'm glad I did. A very charming book. Would recommend this book!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fractured Heart: A smoldering, sexy tattoo romance (Second Circle Tattoos Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlett Cole Page; Review: Scarlett Cole has done it again! She is now on my "must read" list of authors. I loved her first book in this series and she continued my love with this, the second book in the series. I can't wait to see the rest! Her writing reminds me of Kristen Ashley in that when you think the story could be done, something else pops up and your caught up in a whole different aspect of the story. Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stoking the Embers - The Complete Series - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Leslie Johnson Page; Review: Wasn't too sure about this, but so glad I read it! Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wicked Ink Chronicles Box Set: Volume 1 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Laura Wright Page; Review: Loved it! Highly recommend !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catching Cara: Dark Horse Inc. Book 2 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Amy J. Hawthorn Page; Review: Loved this book! Cara and Joe are awesome together! And Joe's daughter... Adorable! Based on what I read in book one, I was surprised by what I learned about Joe in this book. Can't wait for for book 3! Seriously READ THIS SERIES! You'll be glad you did!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final Target (Dublin Mafia: Triskelion Team, Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Zara Keane Page; Review: I've read Zara's work before and I always love how she puts the Irish Lilt into her characters words. While Final Target is filled under romantic suspense, I wish there was more romance to it. Somnetimes it seemed as if the sex was just thrown in for sex's sake. The set-up and suspense however is excellent! There's always more intrigue and another twist around the corner! And I do adore how while this is a complete novel, it leaves you with just enough curiosity to look forward to book two! I look forward to reading more about Moria, Lar and his family and Emma. Can't wait! I was given an ARC copy in exchange for my honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Upper Hand (Cedar Tree Series Book 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Freya Barker Page; Review: I have enjoyed every book in this series and recommended it many times over. I always thought Clint was adorable in a redneck kind of way and was hoping he'd get his own story. So glad he did! I found Beth bitchy In the last book and down right annoying, self centered and sometimes stupid in this book. She had her defenses up so high she never gave Clint the benefit of the doubt. That's the reason of 4 out of 5 stars. Beth annoyed the s*** out of me! She almost blew it but thank God Clint could see past Beth's BS! And the storyline was nothing I expected! If you can get through Beth's issues I'm sure will find an enjoyable, suspenseful, alpha driven, commanding read. And I am looking forward to book6!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hunter: A Bad Boy Romance (Motorcycle Club) (Vengeance Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Danielle Slater Page; Review: Well.....while I did read the book all the way through, I found it tough to do so. I like MC books, badass alpha men but in this case the men were just too stupid. They just kept getting in drunken brawls and not learning from them! Even at the cost of retribution taken out on a club member's sister. And the sister took too long to realize what the men would be capable of to avenge her. And the details were too graphic in my opinion. So while the premise was something that normally draws me in, the execution left me flat. I'm sorry to say this but I would not recommend this book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: LOVE SONG; Brand: Visit Amazon's Cordelia Blanc Page; Review: What a sweet love story! I really enjoyed this story of a rock band, housekeepers and a lone ski lodge all to themselves. Oh! And we mustn't forget the dictatorship of the band's agent! All in all this story drew me in and left me with a smile. I would recommend this book when your in the mood for a quick light read. I was given this book in exchange for my honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maybe Baby Box Set (Maybe Baby Series Book 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Andrea Smith Page; Review: Based on previous reviews I wasn't too sure about this boxed set. Let me tell you I'm glad I took a chance! It kept me entertained the whole way through. I expected romance and sex, but it was so much more. There was a stalker, family mystery, murder, recovered memories, intrigue, alpha males, tender loving ....the list goods on and on. All I can say is READ THIS BOXED SET! YOU'LL BE GLAD YOU DID!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hold Trilogy Book 1: MMA Fighter New Adult Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jayne Blue Page; Review: I loved this story! But then, I love a good MMA story and this one fits the bill! Both Craddock and Cassidy have had tough lives beginning in their teenage years. But both are going after their dreams with a single minded determination. But life doesn't always go the easy way and sometimes you get thrown. I'm going right into book 2 as I've got to see this story through!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue, Light and Dark (Chubby Chasers, Inc. Series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Angie M. Brashears Page; Review: Having read both Becoming Blue (book #1) and this one I can honestly say these books were not what I expected. I expected happy and light but I got angst, stalking etc etc. I did appreciate Blue coming into her own but I was a bit appalled at the method and the vivid descriptions in which of the Chubby Chasers enjoyed watching the girls and what they wanted them to do. While I enjoy angst I was not prepared for this book. All I'm saying is be prepared to have an open mind when reading these books. And I loved the alternate endings! That way you get to pick the ending you like best!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: COME WHEN CALLED: Full-length, Standalone, MMF Bisexual Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Piper Trace Page; Review: I picked up this book for 3 reasons. (1) It was on Kindle Unlimited, (2) It is a good sized book....I hate short stories and (3) I was in the mood to read something raunchy! Well I got that and a whole lot more! The storyline is what held me enthralled. Ford and his belief he was unlovable. Charley's pure heart and Evangeline's need to feel safe and loved. I will admit Evie's over analysis of Ford and Ford's refusal to believe anyone could love him FOR HIMSELF did get tiresome but Charley had a way of bringing light into the situation. I do wish the title of the book was better. The depth of this book deserves a better title and I truly think more people would read it with a better title. I found I could NOT put this book down.....it keep pulling me back in! I read until I was dozing off! I encourage everyone who enjoys a mnage too read this book. It is that, but its so much more! There is an ACTUAL STORY that you want to have a HEA. Read it to find out! I look forward to reading more of Piper's books!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Like Arrows (Cedar Tree Series Book 6) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Freya Barker Page; Review: I loved this book! As a woman who has always heard my mom and sister's criticism playing in my head I highly identified with Kimeo. And Malachi... I have found my new book boyfriend! The 2 together just squeezed my heart! I love this series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billionaire Romance: The Billionaire & The Babysitter (Billionaire Romance, Alpha Male) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Simone Carter Page; Review: When I first saw the title and cover of this book I thought "oh another typical romance where poor babysitter falls in love with billionaire." I was wrong! It's a romantic murder mystery! Jenna and Jake are wonderful together and to see the love they have for the children is heart warming. Its a quick read and thoroughly enjoyable! It held my attention and I enjoyed it very much! You will too!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indelible You (Imagine Ink Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Verlene Landon Page; Review: Miscommunication seems to be the name of the game in this book. Seriously! Both of the main characters Walker (love that name!) and Ericka knew each other for 5 years, each knew they loved the other but refused to speak up and when they do, its ruined because of something said DURING sex?! Never do that! They did tho and then they spend almost the entire book guessing what the other one MIGHT be thinking! However, by doing that we do gain insight as to the hardships that Ericka and Walker have faced individually. And we discover Andy and Marco who are Wonderful! I did not mind the multiple POV as it added so much to the story. I did enjoy Walker and Ericka's story and I'm looking forward to book 2! Well worth your time to take a chance and read this new author's book! I recommend it! Enjoy!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Justice for Boone (Badge of Honor: Texas Heroes Book 6) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Susan Stoker Page; Review: Meeting and being attracted to someone during a police investigation? Odd, but yep, it happened! Knowing that it was a guy that needed help and the police officer was a woman, I put off reading this book. I just could not imagine that happening without the guy being wimpy. I. Was. Wrong. Having Boone see Hayden as a sensual woman from the get go, and allowing Hayden to discover the female within was a BEAUTIFUL thing. Having Boone be a cowboy..... Perfection. Nothing wimpy about this cowboy! So if you're on the fence about reading this book, don't delay! Grab this book and enjoy all the feels!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hannah's Story: A Second Chance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Terra Kelly Page; Review: This amazing book touched my soul. Hannah has lost much in her life. Ones she thought would love her and be there always are now gone. But instead of wallowing in sorrow she is determined to move forward even as she deals with the nightmares of her husband dying in her arms. Hannah writes music to work through the pain. She then sings her music to release her pain from her soul. Hollis see's her pain. He doesn't know what caused it but he recognises it because pain understands pain. Too bad he has mean, nasty, selfish "friends" who have no compassion for anyone. When push comes to shove, tragedy ensues. The thing is, I totally understood why Hannah did what she did. That's how good Terra Kelly's writing is! Although this is the first time I have read any of Terra's work, you can be assured it will not be the last! I await the next book in the series with bated breath! Read this book and let it touch your soul......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Return (HIS Series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sheila Kell Page; Review: Four years! Four years that Jake was gone. Where the hell had he been? Now we know and it wasn't pleasant. In fact, he almost died. But through it all, he never stopped loving Em. The question is, had Em given up on Jake? Had she moved on? And how would he react when he found out he was a Dad? All is revealed and then some in this book! Things happened that I never saw coming! I adored this story! I loved this story! I fell even more in love with the family! It left me feeling warm and fuzzy..... And worried about the family and how they would move forward. Read it! It's one of the best stories I've read and it left me wanting more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Perdition (Four Horsemen MC Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Cynthia Rayne Page; Review: I really enjoyed this story. It's the first I've read by this author, and I will definitely read more. Loved Ryker and Pinkie! And his mom?!!! OMG! Good thing Pinkie can hold her own! And Shepard? Can hardly wait for his story! Am seriously looking forward to book 2!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown The Phelps; City: Cincinnati Ohio; Review: This hotel is a couple of years old and is really good shape. It was former apartment building that undersent a huge rennovation. On the positive side the rooms are all suites (at least those I have been in) with kitchens and livingrooms. On the downside the restaurant is pretty limited. That being said there are so many restaurants downtown this should not be a real drawback. The breakfast is wonderful and the staff that work the breakfast could not be nicer. In fact I find all the staff to be very helpful and positive. I have stayed here with the family while we were between houses and they loved the experience.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt New York; City: New York City New York; Review: It's a New York hotel so you expect a small room at a big price and this place delivers that. I asked for a quiet room and the young man at the front desk could not have been more pleasant and made that happen. While my room was very quiet, what I did not like was the painted fingernail clippings on the bathroom floor. Just how clean is this place? My guess, not very.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Greenfield IN; City: Greenfield Indiana; Review: Not much more to say. This place is dirty. We did not spend the night due to mold allergies. The room smell was terrible. Stay away. We had an issue with our reservation. We changed for two nights to one. When we got there in day 2 thy told us we never took off the one night and had to pay for that. We wanted to change but when we walked down the hall to the room the dirty warn carpet said it all. I opened the door to the room and mildly musty smell was overwhelming. Avoid this place; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Drake Hotel Oak Brook; City: Oak Brook DuPage County Illinois; Review: The staff is super friendly and helpful and the rooms are all redone. So why average? There is no closet just a hanging rod, the HVAC is what you get at a motel and the bathrooms are just ok. What's positive is the fact it's remodeled it's clean and it's cheap. There are more traditional hotels nearby and next time I will be there. However if you're a family on a budget and only are here for a couple of nights it's a good place to stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Mexico City Reforma; City: Mexico City Central Mexico and Gulf Coast; Review: This is a typical Hilton hotel. The rooms are large and spacious as well as clean. The bathroom was also very functional and modern. The restaurants are also good. The executive lounge is a bit odd. They present you with bills with no balance as it is included with a HHhonors floor room. If you are looking for a standard business hotel this place will be fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt New York; City: New York City New York; Review: I stay here because I have to and until this trip it was not an issue for me. However this trip was not a grand experience at all. I checked in around 1030 PM and got to my room. The room was pretty hot, even though the thermostat was set at 65. I called the front desk to ask for another room and was told someone could fix in in 3 or 4 minutes. I fell asleep waiting until to awoken at 1215 and then 1230 by a phone call asking why I would not let the engineer into my room. I explained I was told it would be 3 minutes not 2 hours so forget fixing it now. A "sincere" apology followed with a promise to talk to me in the AM about why this took so long. After a 10 minute wait for an elevator I went to the front desk to be told they were unaware of the situation. Unaware explained them pretty well. No apology no desire to "make it right". This hotel is not worth the money to stay. Please find someplace else as the staff is incapable and uncaring. I am actively working to get this place removed from out approved hotel list. Avoid this place; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Stuart; City: Stuart Florida; Review: I have gotten to the point in life where I only like to stay at nice hotels. However with my son playing travel soccer we stay with the team on the road. I found this hotel to be more quiet than most. It is right on the highway so ask for a room on the back, facing the pool, and you will have a more quiet room. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The hotel restaurant is kind of small and only really good for breakfast or a drink in the evening. The place is clean and well run.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Windsor Inn; City: North Miami Florida; Review: Stayed here for one night and would not go back. The place is not very clean. The toilet looked like it had pee in it when I checked in or if that was not the case the water is yellow. The carpet was new a number of years ago but a it’s in need of a solid cleaning. It’s also not immediately clear where to park. There is a tiny lot up front so if you have a lot of luggage make certain you park there first, check in and then drive around to the back lot.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Brave (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: ; Review: Another one I think I'm going to have to buy!!!! It was a darling story set in a gorgeous backdrop!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Adjustment Bureau [DVD]; Brand: ; Review: I'm such a huge Matt Damon fan though! But this one is a must see! Brilliant storyline too. It reminds me of an old Twilight Zone episode.... I'm a pretty huge Twilight Zone fan too. LOL!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Megamind; Brand: Will Ferrell; Review: Another Will Ferrell winner!!! Yes, indeed, this one was very well casted! I think I might buy this one for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cosmopolis; Brand: Robert Pattinson; Review: I thought this was going to be dramatic, but ended up being hard to follow with characters that weren't quite believable. It DID keep me engaged however, but simply because I kept waiting for the fog to lift which it never did and then ended abruptly leaving quite a few unanswered questions. It appeared that the movie's creator was trying to give this movie a feel like that of "Naked Lunch", it just really wasn't done very well. Someone told me that this movie was based on a book. This movie did NOT make me want to run and read it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Beautiful Truth; Brand: Garrett Kroschel; Review: My sister in law was just diagnosed with cancer... this DVD is AWESOME for those looking to find alternate, less invasive cures for cancer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: So Undercover; Brand: Miley Cyrus; Review: Maybe it's just me... I'm not really a Miley Cyrus fan. The whole thing felt a little "thrown together". But it was OK.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Week with Marilyn; Brand: Michelle Williams; Review: I am SOOOO not a fan of Michelle Williams but that being said, I think she was the perfect choice to be cast for this movie. She really did nail the part.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Girl Most Likely; Brand: Kristen Wiig; Review: How could ANY movie that cast Darren Criss NOT be good! He makes me wish I was 20 years younger. This is not a cinematic marvel, but a great movie to watch on a lazy day when you wanna drink coffee in your slippers and pj's and veg in front of the TV. And this is also one of the few Matt Dillon rolls that I actually really like.... his character ends up being VERY likeable and surprising!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fat Head; Brand: Tom Naughton; Review: It seems that more and more people are discovering that the US has it's guidelines on nutrition wrong. I am not surprised AT ALL about what this man was able to achieve in a month.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters; Brand: Jeremy Renner; Review: The special effects were pretty good. I was a little distracted by their American accents with names like Hansel and Gretel. It was a GREAT storyline but oddly that ONE LITTLE ISSUE with the accents is what kept me from giving it 5 full stars. Isn't that funny??? It is just that with the right accent, the entertainment value would have been enhanced a bit. I do love a strong, kickass female lead!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Amco Enameled Aluminum Orange Squeezer; Brand: Amco; Review: I bought this as a gift so I didn't use it. However, it is an attractive, solid piece for the kitchen. Has a nice weight to it and I am pleased to give it as a gift because it appears to be a quality item. I went with the orange because reviews said the lemon/lime could only fit smaller versions of the fruit and I wanted to be covered. I'm happy with it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grandma To Be Satin Button Party Accessory (1 count) (1/Pkg); Brand: Beistle; Review: Cute and cheap. Wanted grandma to be to feel special and included. It was perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenney Valencia 5/8” Standard Decorative Window Curtain Rod, Chocolate, 48-84"; Brand: Kenney; Review: looks ok. it is plastic but you can't really tell once it is hanging. I think the end piece looks too frilly and big. The most annoying part is that the bar slides when you open and shut the curtains so it's hard to keep them even. They're fine and fair for the price; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fun Express Paper Cocktail Drink Parasols - 144 Pieces; Brand: Fun Express; Review: Cheap and cute!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Iron Cat Hook; Brand: Upper Deck; Review: Very cute! Good weight. It is a quality piece. It has more of a brown tone when I thought it looked black, but I really like it. I recommend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3PC Luxury Dobby Squares Microfiber comforter duvet cover (King); Brand: Aeolus Down; Review: Pretty and nice fabric and sheen but way too narrow for a king comforter and mattress. If it hung down one side and looked nice then the other side of the mattress was completely exposed. Maybe I was sent a queen but the package said king. Returned it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Decorbox Cotton Linen Decorative Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover (Deer) 18 "X18"; Brand: decorbox; Review: Love it! Great looking pillow cover and shipped quickly. I definitely recommend it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenney Pelletier Window Curtain Rod, 36 to 66-Inch, Black; Brand: Kenney Manufacturing; Review: Really nice! Looks good, affordable, shipped quickly. It came with 3 wall brackets and they were the easiest to install! I've had a few curtain rods where there is no possible way to get the screws in all the way so it's always wobbly. This is a great design and easy to secure. I have it holding a lighter pair of curtains but the pole is extended to 110 inches and it is secure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Feraghan/New City feraghan4030beige_3rnd Contemporary Modern Flowers Wool Area Rug, 4' Round, Brown/Beige; Brand: Feraghan/New City; Review: The dimension I ordered was 24 in by 36 in. Actual dimension is 24 in by 31 in. Soft feel and pretty pattern, but wrong size; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pinzon Paris Printed Egyptian Cotton Sateen Duvet Set - King, Eggshell; Brand: Pinzon by Amazon; Review: I am so happy with this duvet cover! I purchased a few cheaper options and had to return them because the measurements were bad and barely covered the top of the bed. This fabric is thick and a very nice quality. The print is nice and subtle, but gives it some interest. The button enclosure is about a foot in, not right at the bottom, so it covers the duvet fully and looks very nice. I recommend it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carnation Home Fashions Adjustable 41-to-72-Inch Steel Shower Curtain Tension Rod, Antique White; Brand: Carnation Home Fashions; Review: Arrived fast, great price, easy installation and feels really solid. My only very small complaint is that the bar is brown (nice color) with big sprayed on specks of gold, which must be their attempt at a bronzed look. I think it would have looked nicer without the gold flecks but I'm going to keep it. Just be aware because if you except a dark, smooth bronze you may not like this; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MAYTEX Mills Metal Double Roller Glide Ring, Chrome, Set of 12 Shower Curtain Hooks; Brand: MAYTEX; Review: Great! Opens and closes really smoothly. Easy installation. Great price. I definitely recommend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lavievert Decorative Ramie Cotton Square Throw Pillow Cover Cushion Case Khaki Background Words Pattern Toss Pillowcase with Hidden Zipper Closure; Brand: Lavievert; Review: Took a long time to arrive but looks very nice when it got here!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLUETTEK Cotton Linen Decorative Pillowcase Square Throw Pillow Cushion Cover 18" X 18" (Purple); Brand: BLUETTEK; Review: Nice quality! Bold print on a soft and thick fabric. I recommend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Kids Velvet Hangers - 30-Pack, Blue Polka Dot; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Perfect! Saved room in the closet and the velvet keeps little clothes and overalls from slipping off the hanger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: QINU KEONU Deer Mountains with Sun Cotton Linen Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover Home Sofa Decorative 18 X 18 Inch; Brand: QINU KEONU; Review: Colors are bold and true to the picture. Just what I wanted. Quality if fair. No issues with the zipper. I really like it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Umbra Cappa Curtain Rod – 1-Inch Drapery Rod Extends from 36 to 66 Inches, Includes 2 Matching Finials, Brackets; Brand: Umbra; Review: Nice curtain rod. Good quality and installs easily. I recommend anyone installing themselves use a laser level as going by measurements from the ceiling drywall will find out that it's not always level...but that's hardly the rod's fault! Very nice. I recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Linenspa 2-Pack Mattress Bag for Moving and Storage, Queen; Brand: Linenspa; Review: Nice mattress bags. They are what they are, but they did the job for a great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Vector Calculus; Author: Jerrold E. Marsden; Genres: non-fiction, comics, graphic; Review: I had seen a lot of bad reviews about this book by frustrated math students. I personally think, that this is the best book that explains concepts of curl and divergence clearly. All those who thinks that this book is rigorous must spend a little bit of their time in reading the first few pages where mathematical symbols are explained. These symbols should be applied seriously and all theorems and example problems should be reread until the concept is clear This is a must read for people trying to understand electromagnetic Theory.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1); Author: Suzanne Collins; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: A real page turner and this one mesmerized me through out and it was difficult to think of anything else after I finished reading. My only complaint is that this book dragged a little towards the end. Anyway it is an excellent read and kudos to the author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catching Fire (The Hunger Games, #2); Author: Suzanne Collins; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book is good and a very enjoyable sequel. I really liked the turning point in the book. But still I felt it dragged in parts. Particularly I didn't like the Katniss' decoration team much. That's why I didn't give it a perfect five.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, #1); Author: J.R.R. Tolkien; Genres: paranormal, young-adult, fantasy, fiction; Review: I had just finished the fellowship volume. I mean, I had finished first two out of six books. This book is enjoyable and addictive. All scenes are still in my head and I can describe the places and rivers of middle earth and can plot them perfectly in a map. Even the poems, which I initially found difficult to understand are fresh in my mind now. I faced difficulty in punctuations and that may be actually due to the cheap kindle edition. Now I am reading the second volume and I hope it will be an even greater Read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter, #2); Author: J.K. Rowling; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: What a novel... This is by far my most enjoyable Harry Potter Book. This book is supposed to be the least popular Harry Potter Novel because most of the readers consider the novel not to be so serious in tone. But all of the readers who negatively reviews this book missed an important point. This book is full of wit and humour. Rowling parodies the Lockhart character so much, that most of the times, I just couldn't stop ROLLING OVER THE FLOOR LAUGHING. Lockhart is an extreme example of self-consciousness and a very good message to kids that being famous isn't the only thing in life.. The Duelling Club chapter is an epic of parodies. I just couldn't stop myself grinning at the following quotes. ""Wouldn't it be good if they finished each other off?" Ron muttered in Harry's ear. Snape's upper lip was curling. Harry wondered why Lockhart was still smiling; if Snape had been looking at him like that he'd have been running as fast as he could in the opposite direction." Another one of my most favorite. Snape was looking murderous. Possibly Lockhart had noticed, because he said, "Enough demonstrating! I'm going to come amongst you now and put you all into pairs. " Every chapter was enjoyable. Whether its Harry threatening Dudley with Gobbledygook words, or whether its Uncle Vernon furious that Harry spoiled his Golfer joke punchline, its Rowling's magic at work . Ron's broken wand mended with his spellotape not only contributes to awkward situations, but also contributes to the plot. The fluent prose makes the book such a wonderful read. I personally think that Rowling had written this book with least pressure and most freedom because its evident from her lucid prose. Also she introduces some more magical beasts which are most important to the plot. When the plot is at its fullest swing, Professor Mcgonagall's reminds that everyone must have been preparing well for their exams, the exasperation of the students contributes to the comic relief. To a new reader, the wonderful twist at the end is so satisfying. Rowling emphasizes most on courage and friendship, and Harry's faithfulness to his best friend saves the day. We don't see much of the Headmaster, but as in book 5, his influence doesn't wane. Who can forget his most famous sentence, "Help will always be given at Hogwarts to those who ask for it." Its not only Lockhart alone that the author parodies. Percy becomes a prefect to the great annoyance of Fred and George and becomes a fodder for jokes. Neville isn't the dullest student in his year, its Gregory Goyle-Malfoy's sidekick- from Slytherin. Ron, who had been gazing at Harry, said, 'You don't know how bizarre it is to see Goyle thinking.' And I finally end with a quote from the book after Harry and Ron enter Hogwarts majestically and miss the feast. "Hang on..." Harry muttered to Ron. "There's an empty chair at the staff table... Where's Snape?" Professor Severus Snape was Harry's least favorite teacher. Harry also happened to be Snape's least; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hostage (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Cowboy (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Woodsman (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chinatown (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Karen Voight: Slim Physique (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eddie Izzard: Glorious (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Real Life (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Melinda and Melinda (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Maltese Falcon (1941); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Noon (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Network (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Porky's (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: St. Elmo's Fire (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All the President's Men (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eddie Izzard: Dress to Kill (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Boulevard (1950); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Animal House (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aristocats (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kramer vs. Kramer (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raging Bull (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Backyardigans: It's Great to Be a Ghost (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Cold Blood (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Richard Pryor: Live in Concert (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in America (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy Presents: Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Troopers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Office: Series 1 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Noon (1952); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Architecture of Snow - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's David Morrell Page; Review: Too short; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Act of Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Joe R. Lansdale Page; Review: Great read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glimpses: The Best Short Stories of Rick Hautala; Author: Rick Hautala; Review: Ok it's a one of a kind book with some very creative and spooky stories. I'm sure anyone who likes horror will love it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Thicket; Author: Visit Amazon's Joe R. Lansdale Page; Review: This is a great book even for joe.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 13 Nightmares; Author: Visit Amazon's Dennis McDonald Page; Review: So ne. Good st; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Abandon; Author: Visit Amazon's Blake Crouch Page; Review: Very good writing. Full of twists and turns.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prisoner 489; Author: Joe R. Lansdale; Review: Great book original very good. Joe has another hit . Well written fast paced a very good read. A scary book by joe.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Convict : And Other Stories; Author: Visit Amazon's James Lee Burke Page; Review: I would recommend this book to anyone who likes history or adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wrong Side of Goodbye (A Harry Bosch Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Connelly Page; Review: Great job it's another good one for Harry; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 18 Wheels of Horror: A Trailer Full of Trucking Terrors; Author: Visit Amazon's Eric Miller Page; Review: Very good book with some most unusual and scary stories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go Set a Watchman: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Harper Lee Page; Review: Very well written but it seems like a poor copy of her first book and don't do anything to but down grade .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Name of the Game Is Death; Author: Visit Amazon's Dan J. Marlowe Page; Review: This starts very well but then turns into a romance story.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Velocity; Author: Visit Amazon's Dean Koontz Page; Review: Koontz at his best .well thought out and exciting from beginning to end. I would recommend this book to people who like a wild and woolly read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jehovah-Rapha: The God Who Heals: 72 Story-Based Meditations and Prayers; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary J. Nelson Page; Review: Very good and spritual.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Freezer Burn; Author: Visit Amazon's Joe R. Lansdale Page; Review: Different from most of Joe's other books.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Adult Darth Vader Costume by Rubies Costume Company; Brand: ; Review: I'm going to Alamo City Comic Con as Darth Vader on 9-11-15,9-12-15,& 9-13-15. I like it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars Darth Vader Gloves, Black, Adult; Brand: ; Review: I love the way the gloves; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubies Costume Star Wars Darth Vader Light Saber Costume Accessory; Brand: Rubie's; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jedi-Robe - Men's Lightsaber Belt Clip; Brand: Jedi-Robe; Review: The belt clip fits great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars Darth Vader Deluxe Adult Full Face Mask, Black, One Size; Brand: ; Review: I really love the Helmet; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Funtasma by Pleaser Men's Halloween Gotham-100 Boot; Brand: Funtasma; Review: I got the boots my Darth Vader Costume and they look great; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Casa Zuniga B B; City: Guanajuato Central Mexico and Gulf Coast; Review: My dad and I had an outstanding experience spending 4 nights at Casa Zuniga thanks to Rick Zuniga and his incredibly warm and hospitable staff. Rick is a complete gentleman, a class act, and a truly gracious host. He did everything possible to make our stay comfortable and went out of his way for us to feel at home. It's all about the little things, and Rick wouldn't miss any detail in taking care of us. I rarely decide to visit a place based on the hotel alone, but I look forward to my next visit to Guanajuato so I can stay at Casa Zuniga again! For example, Rick observed our dietary habits to ensure that all meals were to our liking. Without me saying anything, he immediately noted that I do not eat mushrooms and made sure all subsequent breakfasts did not include mushrooms. Noticing that my father's leg was hurting, he volunteered his miracle analgesic product to help alleviate my dad's pain. He helped us deal with our broken down rental car and assisted us in working with the rental car agency to replace it. As our flight from LA arrived at 5am, well before check in, he made sure we could get some sleep and rest even before check in. Rick is also famous for his personal guided tours of Guanajuato and surroundings, and his knowledge is impressive, and more impressive is his passion for this beautiful city and desire to share his love of the city with his guests. Casa Zuniga is perched on a hill above Guanajuato right next to the funicular that takes you right down into the town. For those who choose not to walk down into the city via some steep steps, Rick provides free tokens for the funicular. The views of Guanajuato from Casa Zuniga are spectacular, and the location simply couldn't be better. Ricks house is fabulous, so well decorated and so comfortable and cozy. It's a great house to explore, and he takes pride in every detail, including the beautiful murals showing historic scenes of the Guanajuato area. The room was very comfortable, the king size bed was great. And Rick built this great house himself!!!! I've been raving about Guanajuato and Casa Zuniga to all my friends in LA. Rick: You are an awesome guy and I look forward to our next visit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tahoe Chalet Inn; City: South Lake Tahoe Lake Tahoe California California; Review: I was pleasantly surprised by the Tahoe Chalet Inn. Best of all, the service was great. Eric was kind enough to accommodate me for my very late check in, and the woman the next day at the front desk was very friendly and greeted all the guests, trying to ensure they were comfortable. Service far surpassed any comparably priced motels. The continental breakfast was good, with more than enough cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit and other things to fill you up. As far as the room, nice touch with the poster bed, which again distinguishes this place from comparably priced options. The room was comfortable and cozy and most importantly, clean. I wasn't too crazy about the shower just because it was very small and tight, and the design of the bathroom actually would allow for a much larger shower (there is a lot of empty space in the bathroom). But overall the room was great. Location is also very convenient. All in all, I had a great comfortable stay at the Tahoe Chalet Inn and would definitely stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elkhorn Lodge and Guest Ranch; City: Estes Park Colorado; Review: I really did like this hotel. Staying in a place built in 1874 certainly has its charm, as I prefer staying in a unique establishment over your standard chain. The lobby had its charm, and so did the staircase as well as the driveway where I saw an elk feeding. Elkhorn certainly has a lot of potential, but the owner really needs to step it up and invest in maintenance and staff. I spent two nights there. When arriving to my room, I noted that both the cold and hot water faucets in the bathroom were leaking. Leaking bad. Meaning should have been taken care of long ago. Of course, I raised that issue. Showering was definitely not pleasant. It took 5 minutes of running the water for any hot water to show up, and my shower went from freezing cold to scalding hot several times afterwards. They definitely need to work on the hot water regulation system. Beyond these issues, my room was not even made up when I showed up at 6pm. No new towels, bed wasn't made, etc... That is just unacceptable. What really boggled my mind was that my room came with a coffee machine that I couldn't even use. The coffee machine had a THREE-prong plug, but the few sockets in the room were all TWO prong. Why would they invest in coffee machines that cannot even be used? Made absolutely no sense to me. Bottom line: the owner needs to invest some money in this establishment. It has potential, but you need to spend money in order to make money. At a minimum, the rooms need to be made on a daily basis! Would I stay here again? Not unless I learned that they took care of these basic details.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Briarwood Inns; City: Montrose Colorado; Review: While this is not a "five star" hotel in the typical sense of the word, I am giving it five stars for the outstanding service and the great value offered. The owner Frank was very gracious and kind, and made me feel like home. Frank is a really nice guy, and went out of his way to give me information and tips on the local area, and he even gave me pepper spray when he heard I was hiking in the area. I arrived very late to check in, and he certainly made me feel welcome. I also appreciated the little add-ons in the room, like having toothpaste, vitamin C and emergency packets, and cough drops. These little things go a long way from distinguishing Briarwood Inn from other comparatively priced places. The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was comfortable. Definitely a great deal for the price point. Also well located near downtown Montrose. Thanks Frank!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Conchiglia; City: Praiano Amalfi Coast Province of Salerno Campania; Review: This is one of our favorite stays during our 15 day trip in Italy. The location is wonderful, in a little cove right next to a lovely beach. It's great if you want to just relax at your hotel for a few days, or as a base to explore the Amalfi Coast. Accommodation is very comfortable and spacious, with a great view of the beach too. Service is wonderful too, family owned and operated. They are very kind and very attentive, and make sure that you feel at home. We would definitely come back. Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanoian Elite Home Hotel; City: Hanoi; Review: My wife and I had two separate stays in November 2018 and were both incredibly pleased by the 5-star level of service from all of the staff, particularly the very welcoming and gracious host named Smiles. The staff goes well above and beyond to make you feel at home, paying attention to every detail during your stay. We were pleasantly surprised during the second of our two stays to see rose petals on the bed and a note welcoming us back. Each time we came back to our room, there was a very kind note with a personal touch. In addition, staff was super helpful in assisting us to coordinate tours, airport transfers, and anything else we needed, and they did not overcharge for any tours or transfers like some hotels do. Beyond that, the room was well decorated and very clean. The bed was comfortable. Breakfast is custom ordered based on a menu with a small buffet too. The hotel's location is excellent, centrally located in the old quarter of Hanoi but without the crazy constant noise of the some nearby neighborhoods. We highly recommend you stay here and look forward to staying there again if we ever return to Hanoi. A huge thank you to the incredible staff!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoi An River Town Hotel; City: Hoi An Quang Nam Province; Review: My wife and I had a wonderful time at this hotel, and wish we stayed longer. All of the staff members we met were very courteous and eager to please, including the front desk and those at the restaurant. The room is beautiful, spacious, and quiet with a comfortable bed. The view from the balcony was lovely. The grounds are very pretty too, especially the two swimming pools. The breakfast buffet was absolutely incredibly and unforgettable. We were blown away by the outstanding quality and quantity of what was offered. Normally, large quantity may result in mediocre quality, but everything at the breakfast buffet was outstanding from the traditional egg dishes to the pho options, baked goods, fresh juices, hot dishes (noodles, stir fry) and salads. WOW! The hotel's location is excellent, just a short walk from the center of town, next to the river, and just far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle of the busier center. The hotel offers free use of bikes, which we used to ride to the beautiful countryside and beaches just 20 minutes away. Overall, we had a wonderful time here and would highly recommend you stay here too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Acer Aspire E 11 11.6-Inch Laptop 2GB 320GB With HDMI Bluetooth Webcam / E3-111-C0WA; Brand: Acer; Review: Just started using it, but so far, so good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50-pack Slim Jewel Cases- Black Holds One CD/DVD And Booklet (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Fellowes; Review: We're good to go and the price was good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maxell 638014 Archiving 8X DVD Recording Device Compatable Stores 2 Hours of Information DVD-R 4.7 Gb Spindle 100 Disc Pack; Brand: Maxell; Review: Good supply and price is right.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sony DVC60PRL Mini DV Tape 60min Premium Data Cartridge 10 Packs; Brand: Sony; Review: Good quality tapes and will last a while.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Vampire Academy (Vampire Academy, #1); Author: Richelle Mead; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I read this book quickly trying to get in my brain sponge before the movie came out! It was a great read and flowed smoothly! I would definitely recommend this for teenagers and pre-teens! NOW! Onward to go see the movie.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Circle (Hayle Coven #8); Author: Patti Larsen; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: This book was Freaking amazing!!! I could not put it down and immediately went and bought book# 9 after I finished it!! Ok Patti! you have made me fall in love with Sebastian and I know I am gonna see more from him in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: First Plane (Hayle Coven #10); Author: Patti Larsen; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: I have been reading the Hayle Coven Novels/series and I have to say I am totally addicted...BUT this is the first in the series that actually brought tears to my eyes, not just sad feelings but real genuine tears. I was thrilled and excited about this book's change of scenery and was on the edge of my seat the entire time...every break I could get at work, I was reading, I mean in the bathroom, etc.! I really believe that you will enjoy this book and have a great time experiencing Syd and Meira's changes in their lives and the new challenges that they are forced to face! I can't wait to get my hands on the next one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Light and Shadow (Hayle Coven #11); Author: Patti Larsen; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: Patti Larsen is one of my favorite authors and I am addicted to the Hayle Coven Series,but this storyline was not as great as her other books. Don't get me wrong, her writing style is supreme!!! I just didn't enjoy the storyline as much as I have the other books in this series. I look forward to book 12 in the series and more adventures with Syd.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blood Bound (Gallows, #1); Author: Sharon Stevenson; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Blood Bound is a story about twin siblings, Sarah and Shaun, who are forced into a life of constant battle of fighting with the forces of the supernatural. It seems at certain points; the two barely have to time to rest before they are thrown into the next event or battle. This story is a fast-paced story that leaves no room for boredom or mindless conversations between characters. I call this an 'action-packed' story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, biting your nails. Sharon Stevenson has managed to create an exciting world full of paranormal species, a world where humans are the minority, but are not aware of that status. I love this author's imagination and creativity, however; I would love to see her give us more details on the world she is creating, giving us more of a background of these special characters and events. Definitely this is a great read for urban and modern fantasy readers, I give it a thumbs up!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lessons Learned (Eldritch Legacy, #2); Author: Katrina Strauss; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy; Review: ** spoiler alert ** Nicholette and Camille, two best friends, travel to Eventide Manor to spend the summer. Camille a prim and proper girl who is focused on her writing is completely opposite of her promiscuous and adventurous girlfriend Nicholette. The two girls spend their summer exploring their fantasies, divulging in culture, and discovering new fantasies. Both girls become acquainted with Stefan Eldritch and the famous pianist, Klauss von Alstyne. Camille not only discovers a wilder side deep within her but she discovers a true love that bounds her soul but sets her spirit free. With a newfound bond and love for Stefan Eldritch, the two lovers explore each other physically as well as mentally tightening the bond they have created. Together they create controversy through pamphlets secretly printed and distributed against the notorious Emperor Pierpont and the government he leads. Political disagreement soon catches up to them and Stefan absorbs all responsibility to save Camille from imprisonment. Distraught over their separation and the danger of execution that Stefan now faces, Camille finds a psychic connection of Stefan's ancestor Queen and a secret passage to Stefan's cell is revealed to her. With the help of Nicholette, Klauss, Stefan's sister, and Camille's family she devises a plan of escape for Stefan. Hurdling through the guards and bribing her way through to the prison, she finds the secret passage to Stefan and they escape together. Together once again, the four flee the country and sail away towards a hopeful future as ghosts from the past end the evil and torment that was born unto the descendents of the Eldritch line. Katrina Strauss has continued the Eldritch legacy, in the tale of Lessons Learned, and has created a new adventure of love, hate, sexual fantasies, and inner desires. I rate this book a 4 and look; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Revealed (Eldritch Legacy, #1); Author: Katrina Strauss; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: ** spoiler alert ** After growing up with her aunt in a poor village, Inga is taught to never use or reveal her Magi powers. She rebels against this rule after her aunt's death by healing a mother giving birth and saves her from dying. She uses her magical gift regularly establishing a reputation among the villagers as being a healer. The regular use of her powers instigates a visit from the Lord Eldritch, the king's knight who enforces the law that forbids use of magic. He haunts her dreams and has awakened her inner sexual desires, despite the horrors he has inflicted upon innocents, which she desperately tries to suppress. He senses her sexual thoughts and desires by reading her mind and instead of execution he whisks her away to the castle dungeon. There in the dungeon he inflicts sexual torments and tortures upon her that reach beyond her imagination and fantasies. The torture soon gives way to pleasure and she succumbs to his control and begins to desire his visits. Their relationship grows, meanwhile she still has visions that shows her bits and pieces of the past but never truly revealing the entire puzzle. Her love and growing desire reach beyond the physical and grows within her heart and soul extracting the good left deep within Eldritch's soul to resurface and breaking the curse upon Eldritch. Secrets are revealed solving the puzzle and Inga and Eldritch must face the evil king together conquering his reign and bringing forth peace and freedom among the people. Katrina Strauss has created a medieval fantasy tale that is sure to bring out your inner emotions and desires. I rate this book a 5 for great talent in showing the reader how to love and hate through the act of sexual desire and through the depths of one's mind and heart; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knightfall (The Chronicle of Benjamin Knight #1); Author: R. Jackson-Lawrence; Genres: paranormal, young-adult, fantasy, fiction; Review: KnightFall by Robert Lawrence Ben a 15 year-old genius is forced into servitude with the company Excelsior Technologies to research and discover limitless energy. With his parents conveniently and slightly suspiciously taken out of the picture, he focuses attention on his work. On the brink of testing a new discovery, something goes wrong and Ben survives an explosion only to awake and find he has been slammed through time into the future where the dark ages have begun again. Rescued by a band of train traders, he explores this new world while making friends, discovering new enemies, and eventually becoming involved in helping to stop a useless war between the North and South regions. Although this is not my normal genre, I have found this scifi-fantasy to be unique and original. The author, Robert Lawrence, has created a new world and given birth to characters that make you feel either love or hate. His story flowed smoothly and kept my interest as a reader. I look forward to the sequel anxiously, as I am eager to find out what Ben's future and his new-found friend's future will hold for them. If you are a scifi-fantasy reader and you are looking for a change and something original, I would definitely recommend this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sins of the Reaper (WesternWinds, #9); Author: Charlotte Boyett-Compo; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: SINS OF THE REAPER WesternWind, Book Ten By: Charlotte Boyett-Compo This is my first review that I have written where I did not give a big spoiler alert and write an essay or synopsis of the book. I am determined not to do that this time being this was Book Ten of a large series. Charlotte Boyett-Compo is one of the first authors that I wrote a review for several years ago and she is on my favorite authors list. I love her writing style and the way she makes you fall in love with the characters. Most stories have a hero and a villain. Well in Charlotte's book "Sins of the Reaper" she has several heroes and a villain. She gives good descriptions of her characters and their surroundings. What I love the most about her characters, are the way she makes you love AND hate them. Her heroes are not perfect, they have flaws and issues just like us in reality. The heroes learn to overcome their own issues and move on for the greater good. In this story I found myself so tuned into what was happening with each and every one. Charlotte has a unique skill of pulling you into the story and making you feel as if you are there, standing next to Bane or Panthera. My only regret was that I read Book Ten before I read the other books in this series. I warn others that this book deserves 5 stars but you should start at the beginning and work your way towards this wonderful story. I plan on doing just that.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Interview with a Master (Interview with a Master, #1); Author: Jason Luke; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Let me just say that I could not put this book down!!!! I read it in only 3 days and it would have taken that long if I didn't keep attacking my husband after reading certain scenes...lol. I love the writing style of the author and feel he did perfectly with the descriptions. This was a story that kept me on the edge of my seat nearly biting my nails through the entire book! I immediately fell in love with the Master and the Leticia the journalist, but I have to say the ending I absolutely hated. Not because it was poorly written, but because it was NOT the happy ending or conclusion that I was eager for. Of course, not every book can have that "Happily Ever After" fairy tale ending. I definitely recommend this book to anyone 18+! Looking forward to seeing future stories from this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charred Tears (Heart of Fire, #2); Author: Lizzy Ford; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: This another book that I cannot seem to put down and I soak it up like gravy till it is all gone. Chase and Sky are two very stubborn but determined characters and they pull the reader in and seduce them! I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Kiss of Shadows (Merry Gentry, #1); Author: Laurell K. Hamilton; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I love Laurell K. Hamilton especially with the Anita Blake Vampire Hunter Series, read them all! But this book I could not get into and I couldn't finish. I want more Anita Blake.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lover Mine (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #8); Author: J.R. Ward; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I could not put this book down and I completely fell n love with John and Xhex!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Master Over You; Author: Ethan Winters; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Beware of entering this dark and twisted parallel world! I did not receive a copy of this book for an honest review. I bought it! This is by no means my usual genre but I couldn't put this book down! It had me on the edge of my seat and biting my nails. YES! I chewed my nails as I turned the pages. No matter how crazy and warped the characters were I had to see what happened with them next. I could feel their sadness and their pain. This story is original, unique, and one that will have love and hate the characters all at the same time, much like they felt for each other. I recommend this book for all those dark fantasy lovers out there and for those who want to read something crazy and different!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secrets and Demons; Author: Daniel Devine; Genres: young-adult, children, romance, fiction; Review: Secrets and Demons is a tale of pure unselfish love. The destiny of two souls cross each other's path where together they learn the beauty of their hearts as well as the depths of their own personal souls. Friendships and innocent love aid Liam and Jayden down a road to self-discovery as they are determined to find the clues to the disappearance of Liam's father and the reason behind his disturbing silence, depression, and lack of desire to live. Daniel Devine has managed, regardless of the reader's opinions or beliefs, to feel every emotion that Liam and Jayden experience. I found myself entranced and sitting on the edge of my seat flinching at their pain, holding my breath as all the pieces of the puzzle and Liam's mystery are revealed. This a great story for the hopeless romantics of our young adult generation; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shadows (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #13); Author: J.R. Ward; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: This is by far my favorite series and I couldn't wait to read the Shadows. I could not put the book down and found myself reading it at work when we were slow with business, otherwise I would have finished it just a day or two...hehehe work got in the way. I hope and pray there will be more to this series but if not I look forward to reading the Legacy series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Desire Unchained (Demonica, #2); Author: Larissa Ione; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: AMAZING!!!! This book snagged me from the get-go! Through every page I was on the edge of my seat and I fell in love with each and every character! Shade and Runa are awesome and I can't wait to read the next book too see if any other characters find their way to each other! Larissa Ione is one of my FAV characters and quickly moving to the top!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Fool (Devil Series, #1); Author: Rachel McClellan; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Captivating! This story snagged me like a fish and reeled me in. I couldn't put it down as I wanted to read just a little more about Eve as she struggled with the dark and light. Dipping on both sides of the fence, she finally discovers herself and where she wants to grow and learn. This a GREAT read for young or adult!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pearl Savage (Savage, #1); Author: Tamara Rose Blodgett; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: INTRIGUING WITH ITS UNIQUE QUALITY!!! Our future is never predetermined. Our lives almost never turn out the way we expected them too. Clara Williamson realized this when her world of sphere-dwelling and continuous abuse changed. America suffers a dark gloomy apocalyptic event which tosses them into the past of their own history mixed with micro splashes of the future. Citizens dwell in spheres created one hundred forty years prior, designed to protect them from the fatal results of the cataclysmic events that occured. Society has reverted to medieval times with Kings, Queens, and a high court. Clara, princess and royalty faces torment and abuse everyday. With arranged marriages, she is to be forced to marry a tyrant who physcially tortures and threatens to do worse, all while her mother watches and approves. With the help of her closest friends as well as citizens who hope for a better future, she escapes the sphere, only to be taken by savages. Clara faces danger and fear of the unknown when she discovers the outside was so much more than what they were taught all their lives. Secrets reveal themselves like petals of a flower slowly opening. With newly opened eyes and heart, Clara discovers that the outside people are not savages afterall and her traumatic experience was really a blessing in disguise. I have to say that I downloaded this book on my kindle app, only because it was free at the time. That was four years ago. I really wish I had read it sooner because I didn't want to stop. My heart went out to Clara and the abuse and torment she endured. Now there are several books in this series and I can't wait to get my hands on book two. I recommend this dark paranormal fantasy to anyone who is interested is something unique and out of the norm. Will definitely be adding Tamara Rose Blodgett to my favorite author's list.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eve (Eternal Daughter #1); Author: Patti Larsen; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Eve is in constant turmoil between her father's loving motivations and her mother's not-so-loving expectations. Her constant failures eat away at her self esteem while she becomes a rope in the game of Tug-Of-War between her parents. When Eve's mother pushes her to do the 'unthinkable' all hell breaks loose, giving her the confidence to decide that she no longer needs Life's false motherly attention. Giving in to her true nature with a little help from Destiny, Eve strips her mother from Life. Death's true love becoming evident, she promotes the one sister that never showed her a millisecond of affection. Maybe the Fates were right, Life and Death shouldn't have tempted them and had a daughter. I was lucky enough to receive this story as a free download and I am thrilled to have enjoyed the unique tale of love and hate. Patti Larsen is one of my favorite young adult authors and she never disappoints. Ms. Larsen has a skill of creating worlds and characters that collide and combust into a story that pulls you in like vacuum-sucking vortex. I wish had ten thumbs to hold up for the first book in a new series that is truly to become my new reading addiction.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Six Moon Summer (Seasons of the Moon, #1); Author: S.M. Reine; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Rylie, a typical teenager distraught about her parents divorce and rebellious against their decision to protect her from the evil of the process, is forced to attend a summer camp. Shy and timid, she hides in the pages of her journal where she feels protected in a cocoon away from the mean girls who care more about fashion and bullying. Safe that it is until she is attacked in the woods by an enstranged wild animal and her memory lost of the attack or how she made it back to the camp safely. Meeting Seth a boy supposedly from the other camp that is forbidden, Rylie soon learns that she only has three months to keep from changing into the evil creature that has changed her life forever. After the death of her father, will her love for Seth and for being human be enough reason for her to fight the change? Or will she sacrifice herself to save the campers and the boy she loves? S. M. Reine creates a unique love story that blossoms from the horrific truth of an ancient legend. She keeps you on the edge of your seat and glued to what the characters will do next. Its hard to find a story that captivates me long enough to finish reading it in a couple of days. I love this first novel in the Seasons of the Moon series and l am looking forward to reading the next chapter in Rylie's story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Freedom (The Zion Series Book 1); Author: Brittany Nicole Lewis; Genres: fiction; Review: Review by Paula Ricketts: This book took me a little by surprise. I've not read a lot about cults, but I've seen a few TV shows and movies about them. This book definitely opened up to me the way some cults operate, and also how many people are truly brainwashed. This was the story of a young girl who grew up in such a cult. All along she felt like things were not as they should be, and she didn't want to continue in this lifestyle. Katie had a twin brother and a loving mother and father. The community they lived in, "Zion," only had 200 people in it. In this community, couples were chosen by the Elders to become husband and wife. Most of the people in Zion were born there, and the process for outsiders to join was a lengthy one. Katie found herself interested in one of the young boys of the community, David, about the time she turned 14. He seemed to feel an interest in Katie as well. They became friendly, and finally, Katie made a decision to leave Zion. She told David about it, and he told her he would go with her so they could be together. Katie's brother wanted to be baptized in the society, but Katie did not. Her mother kept asking her when she was going to do it, but she kept saying she just wasn't ready. She went to her parents and told them that she was going to leave Zion and David was going to go with her. Her parents decided to go, but her brother Michael refused. David told his parents and they supported them in their decision but felt they could not. So a friend of Katie's dad told them he would help them and they could stay at his farm with him until they could find jobs and somewhere to live. Katie and David were married, with Katie's father signing for her since she was only 17. Eventually, they were told of an organization that had facilities in three locations throughout the United States for people from places such as Zion. This organization helped with job placement and medical care for up to 18 months. They also had a program that would help these people to accept who they were and to understand the things they had come from. The family decided to do this; David and Katie to one in New Hampshire and Katie's parents to Florida. Upon arriving at the new place in New Hampshire, Katie learns quite unexpectedly that she is pregnant. After the initial shock wears off, David and Katie are excited about their new little one that is coming. They make friends at the facility and receive medical care and counseling. David is given job training and placement and things are looking up. They are able to stay until the baby comes, but through friends, they have made they find a place for them to live when they leave and David is able to find a better job. Katie always felt she; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dream Hunter; Author: Maya Tyler; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Dream Hunter by Maya Tyler instantly snagged me into the storyline on the first page, well really the first sentence. Ms. Tyler's descriptions and character development are unique and exciting. She uses a great skill of giving birth to characters and a story that will drop you into a fantasy world where we have guardian angels watching over and protecting us. There is a something or someone after Cynthia and her troubles begin when a strange package is delivered to her office. Her world changes yet again when her dream lover becomes reality and is determined to protect her from the force after her. Her path drops another twisting turn when her reality changes from a fantasy guardian destined to protect her to a semi rewind where a police officer wants to question her about the strange package. This is definitely the best novella I have ever read and I am chomping at the bits because I can't turn the page to begin chapter one of a full novel. Looking forward to reading the rest of Cynthia's story and find out more. I give Dream Hunter a Four-Star and encourage to not believe all the negative reviews. My gut instinct tells me this was just a sip, a taste of something more intriguing to come.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Vampire's Tale; Author: Maya Tyler; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, young-adult; Review: Good intentions sometimes lead to horrific mistakes, intertwining paths of fate. Following her passion for writing, Marisa Clements sacrifices a steady paycheck and benefits, to submerge in the world of make-believe and fiction. At least it paid the rent...barely. Desperate for the truth to be revealed and to end his miserable existence and suffering, Corgan Halton exposes his true nature to Marisa, coercing her to write about the facts of vampires and demolish any misconceptions. Knowing she was fated to be in his future, he expects her to aid him in discovering eternal peace, even though it might lead to her own death. But the best intentions led to other choices, paths that Corgan would soon discover after caring for Marisa. Emotions guide one's decisions and when a group of rogue vampires put them both in harm's way, Corgan decides to put her safety first, even as far as obtaining the assistance of wizards and his maker, to keep her safe. Therefore changing his priorities and putting life before death. Maya Tyler has shown us a new truth in "A Vampire's Tale" that loneliness can destroy even the strongest predators but love can also save them. This was a fun and refreshing read and I give it a 4-star for making me fall in love with Marisa and Corgan, wishing and hoping their love would conquer all.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Leona House; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: I have stayed at Leona House twice now with my little dog and have had a nice experience both times, Paul and Hazel are lovely hosts and do the best breakfast ! its always been clean and Hazel even tidyed my room for me when I was out and made it look like I hadnt stayed there so I was very touched as this definatley was an added extra I didnt expect :-) They made my dog feel very welcome which is so important to me so I would definatley go there again and recommend it to anyone who wants to stay in Brighton :-); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ambassador Hotel; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: I've been staying here for 7 years now I always recommend it to all my friends too , lovely staff & owner,great breakfast,clean and right by the sea , I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to visit beautiful Brighton :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Brighton Metropole; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: I am a regular here in the restaurant it's lovely ,the food is great and the manager Scott there is so friendly,kind & helpful you couldn't wish for a better experience, I will 've going back for a long time to come :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Brighton Metropole; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: I felt I had to say what wonderful service I received again today from Scot the fabulous restaurant manager whilst enjoying yet another Sunday Roast at this beautiful hotel ,thanks again Scott you are a credit to the Hilton in Brighton and the waiting staff were polite & helpful as always :-) R; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Son Caliu Spa Oasis; City: Palmanova Calvia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: I've loved staying here every time for 4 years now it's very plush,clean,beautiful sea views,friendly staff,close to bus stops, I definitely will continue to come here in the future and would definitely recommend it :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BelleVue Vistanova; City: Palmanova Calvia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: Rude & nasty female receptionist locked me out of my room on purpose with the key card every day I was there .... they tried to charged me for an extra night that I wasn't even there and went on about it every day it was shocking .....the room stank of smoke when I had asked for a non smoking room ..... I was given the key to someone else's room when I arrived so I went in their room with all their things in there ! it was awful from start to finish don't waste your money by going there ever !!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Chaithram Hotel; City: Thiruvananthapuram Trivandrum Thiruvananthapuram District Kerala; Review: Conveniently located just opposite to Trivendrum railway station. Very near to Padmanabha Swamy temple. Stayed in AC room which was well maintained. Decent complementary breakfast. Staff were helpful in arranging vehicle for city sight seeing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Elite International; City: Thrissur Thrissur District Kerala; Review: Average hotel. Complementary breakfast (to be chosen from a few options in the menu) served is not so great. Only advantage is the location which is near to railway station, bus station and few tourist spots (vadakkumnathan temple, a church etc.) are walkable distance. Guruvayur is around 27 Kms from Thrissur.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Budget Paris Porte de Bagnolet; City: Bagnolet Seine Saint Denis Ile de France; Review: Pretty good budget hotel. Nicely maintained and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was pretty decent (6 Euros). Wifi available only at the lobby. The staff were polite and helpful. They helped me plan my sight seeing for the day. Hotel is just near to Gallieni metro station which is very convenient to travel when you are out for sight seeing. There is a shopping mall opposite to the hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alisa Hotels North Ridge; City: Accra Greater Accra; Review: Stayed for two weeks in this hotel. I was put up on the small building opposite to the main hotel. The below are with respect to the small building where I stayed. I have no idea about the main building though. They serve breakfast only in the main building. So a short trip to the main building every morning is inevitable. The Wifi internet is not that great. Speed drops drastically very often and sometimes do not connect. Service is good except at the restaurant for breakfast when the hotel is crowded. The room I got was quiet and clean. Reading table was missing so I had to adjust with the table below the flat screen TV. Not a good thing if you want to watch television while you work/browse on your laptop. The electronic safe was not working since it had no batteries. Anyway I didn't bother to ask them about it. The staff were helpful and nice. Overall, it was quite a good stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel ARK International; City: Kumbakonam Thanjavur District Tamil Nadu; Review: We booked two rooms with AC. The hotel is located near the railway station and there are few good restaurants nearby. Rooms are not so clean Definitely not a star hotel ACs were working fine Bad servic No hot water (though the hotel management claims they provide hot water) Seems a bit expensive considering the rooms and service quality Keep this hotel as a last option. If you directly visit the hotel without booking, then its better to check the rooms before you reserve the rooms.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: StoneTech RTU Revitalizer, Cleaner & Protector for Tile & Stone, 1-Gallon (3.785L), Citrus Scent; Brand: StoneTech; Review: Have to search all over town for this product. Works well and does not leave a greasy surface. Highly recommend the product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rite Lite LPL600G LED Wireless Picture Light, Gold; Brand: Lancer & Loader; Review: Needed a light for a painting about 30" long. The light does not provide enough coverage of the painting. Illuminates about half of it. Makes a nice hallway night light.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: StoneTech RTU Revitalizer, Cleaner & Protector for Tile & Stone, 1-Gallon (3.785L), Citrus Scent; Brand: StoneTech; Review: Seem to have a hard time finding this product and really like it. Does what we need it to do.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aquabarrel Inline Downspout Diverter (3x4, High Gloss White); Brand: Aquabarrel; Review: I think it is a good product but I did not survey the area where I was going to use it. The configuration would require me to make some modifications to the guttering I did not want to do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seville Classics 4 Shelf, 18-Inch by 36-Inch by 72-Inch Shelving System with Wheels, NSF; Brand: Seville Classics; Review: Just what I needed. Shelves that I could move around. Previous plastic shelving was collapsing. Easy to assemble. I put the first set together with the shelves upside down. Does not work well. I could not find anything that explained or demonstrated right side up. I thought having the larger ridge up would prevent stuff from sliding. But upon closer inspection after the fact I realized that the holes for attaching to the poles were flared. Poor eyesight.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEXT BY DANCO Perfect Seal Toilet Wax Ring, Black and Blue, 1-Pack (10718); Brand: Danco; Review: Did not work with the toilet I purchased. However, that may have been due to other issues, Not sure.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Case Old Red Bone Mini Trapper Pocket Knife; Brand: Case; Review: Great knife. Keeps its edge well. Sturdy. Got it for my 93 year old father-in-law. He could not open it so it is mine now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: When You Reach Me (Yearling Newbery); Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Stead Page; Review: Great just as stated.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Is Rising Sequence: Silver on the Tree; The Grey King; Greenwitch; The Dark Is Rising; and Over; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Cooper Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Hunters; Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wonder; Author: R J PALACIO; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indian in the Cupboar(lib)(CD) (Indian in the Cupboard); Author: Visit Amazon's Lynne Reid Banks Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Came Home (Newbery Medal - Honors Title(s)); Author: Visit Amazon's Amy Timberlake Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Duel: The Parallel Lives of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr; Author: Judith St. George; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hunger Games (Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Suzanne Collins Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Short Tale About a Long Dog, No. 2 (Here's Hank); Author: Visit Amazon's Henry Winkler Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bookmarks Are People Too! #1 (Here's Hank); Author: Visit Amazon's Henry Winkler Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hypnotists (The Hypnotists #1); Author: Visit Amazon's Gordon Korman Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Triangle: The Fire That Changed America; Author: David von Drehle; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery; Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Sheinkin Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Code Name Verity; Author: Elizabeth Wein; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where Things Come Back; Author: Visit Amazon's John Corey Whaley Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Better Nate Than Ever; Author: Visit Amazon's Tim Federle Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mockingjay: The Hunger Games; Author: Collins; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Indian in the Cupboard; Author: Visit Amazon's Lynne Reid Banks Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wonder; Author: Visit Amazon's R. J. Palacio Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Invisibility; Author: Visit Amazon's Andrea Cremer Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One-Handed Catch; Author: MJ Auch; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fabulous: A Portrait of Andy Warhol; Author: Visit Amazon's Bonnie Christensen Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Journey into Mohawk Country; Author: Visit Amazon's George O'Connor Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Music Was IT: Young Leonard Bernstein (Junior Library Guild Selection); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Goldman Rubin Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Potter's Field; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Waid Page; Review: Ordered for a school library. Excellent book, story and transaction. Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sciencefusion: Student Edition Interactive Worktext Grades 6-8 Module G: Space Science 2012; Author: HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT; Review: Excellent Science series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Coronado Motor Hotel Yuma; City: Yuma Arizona; Review: This hotel is one of the oldest Best Westerns in the US. Our room was HUGE (it even included a small kitchen) and very comfortable. The bathroom had recently been redone and was spotlessly clean. The complimentary breakfast left a little to be desired, but at the price we paid for the room...no complaints. A very friendly staff welcomed us after a very long day on the road. I would definitely stay here again. A truly historic motor inn that has been meticulously cared for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn; City: Weeki Wachee Florida; Review: Great price for a very clean room. We stayed one night on the road between Key West and Pensacola. The staff was excellent, we were very pleased with our stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Agriturismo Podere Casato; City: Castelnuovo Berardenga Tuscany; Review: My husband and I stayed in this lovely inn in November. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, the views breathtaking. Our room (we were upgraded to an apartment) was spotlessly clean, beautifully restored and updated. The staff was very helpful and attentive to our needs. Breakfast each morning offered a variety of breads, cereals, pastries and fruit. The restaurant was closed for the season so we didn't have the opportunity to try it out, but Jennifer, the manager, suggested a wonderful restaurant in San Gusmo, just minutes away. The location was perfect for exploring the Chianti region. We were just a short drive from Gaiole, Radda and Castellini in Chianti and numerous villages along the way. I loved everything about our stay at Borgo Casato!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: B B La Dimora degli Angeli; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: My husband and I stayed at La Dimora degli Angeli for five nights in November and could not have found a better place to stay. Upon arrival, we called Claudio who met us promptly for check in. He is a wonderful host and was very attentive to all of our needs. Our room, Guiditta, was beautifully decorated and very spacious. The bathroom was quite large with a great shower. The B and B is on the fourth floor of a lovely old building and our room had a wonderful view of the Duomo. It is located just steps from the Duomo and Piazza della Repubblica...perfect for exploring every corner of Florence. We had our choice of two bakeries each morning for breakfast, which consisted of coffee, juice, and two delicious pastries. I loved La Dimora degli Angeli. Thank you Claudio for helping to make our stay in Florence unforgettable!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Navona Gallery Garden Suites; City: Rome Lazio; Review: We stayed at Navona Garden Suites in November. We had a lovely room (DaVinci Due) with plenty of room for a family of three. The beds are very comfortable, the bathroom is huge with a great shower. Just outside the room is a beautiful courtyard, wonderful place for a cup of coffee in the morning. The fridge and cupboard were stocked daily with breakfast foods...juice, meat, cheese, cereal, coffee, tea, etc. which worked out great for us. Traian, the manager, spent quite a bit of time with us when we arrived getting us aquainted with the neighborhood, offering restaurant suggestions, and answering our questions. The location cannot be beat. Just outside the huge wooden doors of our building were wine bars and quaint shops. We were minutes from Piazza Navona. It was the perfect base from which to explore Rome, we literally walked everywhere. It was my first time to visit Rome, and when I return (and I will 'cause I threw my coin in the Trevi Fountain!) I will stay here again...and again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saiaz Getaria Hotel; City: Getaria Province of Guipuzcoa Basque Country; Review: My husband and I stayed here for three nights in July. We were originally planning to spend time in San Sebastián, but chose Getaria and the Hotel Saiaz instead. Best decision I could have made. Getaria is a charming town and the hotel was lovely. We had a room overlooking the street (we booked late so no ocean view room was available--but the views were fabulous). Our room was quite large, beautifully furnished, and very clean and comfortable (very quiet at night). The reception staff were super friendly and helpful. The gal who checked us in gave us some great suggestions for dinner and pintxos. You can't park at the hotel, but we were able to pull the up to the entrance (on a very narrow street) and unload our luggage. We were then able to park the car for free just minutes from the hotel. Overall a wonderful experience at Saiaz Getaria Hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Abbatial Saint Germain; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: We had a very pleasant stay here in July. The room was small, but very clean and comfortable. Good shower, comfortable bed and friendly folks working the front desk. The location is great, a couple of blocks from Notre Dame and the Seine. We didn't do breakfast at the hotel, but there is a wonderful bakery just around the corner. There are several small markets nearby with great produce (everything you need for a picnic). My husband and I were able to walk everywhere, but the metro is very close. We drove into Paris and parked the car in a garage right across the street from the hotel for the three days that we were there (I did reserve that ahead of time). We would definitely stay here again. You simply can't beat the location/value/convenience.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Normandy Beach B B; City: Arromanches les Bains Calvados Basse Normandie Normandy; Review: My husband and I stayed for four nights in July to explore the DDay sites. Adrian and Karen run a wonderful establishment. It is such a welcoming place, especially after a long drive. Within minutes of our arrival and being shown our room we were relaxing and enjoying beer and conversation in the courtyard. Our room was quite large, very clean and comfortable. It proved to be a perfect base for exploring the area. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting with Adrian and guests over breakfast. I can highly recommend a bowl of porridge (with a splash of cream and whiskey) to start your day! As mentioned in other reviews, Adrian is very knowledgeable of the area and was very generous with his time in helping us to prepare an itinerary each day. He even drew up a map for us to follow so we didn't miss a thing! Our stay at Normandy Beach B and B was definitely one of the highlights of our 3 weeks in France.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le35Bis; City: Lille Nord Hauts de France; Review: We stayed with Jamila for two nights in July to see the Tour de France ride through town. Le 35 bis is a wonderful B and B and Jamila could not be a better host. We were having cell phone issues and she was kind enough to let us use her wifi phone to try and straighten it out. Our room was very spacious, clean and comfortable with a great shower. Although our room faced the street, noise was not a problem at all. We were able to park on the street just a few feet away. Breakfast was really good, consisting of delicious bread and pastries, yogurt, fresh squeezed juice and coffee. The B and B is very close to the Citadel and surrounding park which was a wonderful place to run in the morning. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks Jamila for being so patient with us and our total inability to speak French!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Ray-Ban Men's RB4188 Rectangular Sunglasses; Brand: ; Review: I like ray ban very much. This design is looks good. The feeling to open the Frame is very good too. It's not squeezing your head and it's polarized . I love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sloggers Men's Waterproof Shoe with Comfort Insole; Brand: Sloggers; Review: Hey my shoes lovers , this shoe is really good one I should say. It looks good with regular slim fit pants and skinny pants too. Make you sexy looking but you have to walk like super model boy lol I'm just joking . As I mention in headline about size issue. I normally ware 8.5 US size . This 9 is fit like my regular 8.5 . But others Sloggers size number 9 are big . This Slogger 9 is equal to 8.5 in other shoes. So basically just 0.5 size smaller. But you can still adjust the foot size by wearing thinner or thicker socks . Oh other issue , if you hold this shoe with your hands , it will be so heavy . I was thinking omg what the hell . But once you ware it , it's very light and not heavy at all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IDARBI Mens Basic Casual Cotton Skinny-Fit Jeans; Brand: IDARBI; Review: Hey dudes , this is really what I want from long long time ago. Before buying this , I was thinking multiple times that I should buy this brand or Levi's 511 skinny. Well I recommend to buy this if you are pretty good slim or muscular slim guy. It has very incredible stretchy fabric that's so awesome . I've never seen this kind of stretchable fabric. Very good quality . Style is really skinny shape until your lower legs. You guys will realize some of skinny pants are still baggy in lower part of legs. This one is not baggy. It's stretchy and it will shows up your legs' shape nicely and looks sexy if you have really sexy legs. Love it . It's my baby; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oakley Men's Dispatch II Square Sunglasses; Brand: ; Review: I have lots of brand in sunglasses . I love rayban , Oakley and Gucci . I would say YES for this sunglasses. Side frame with gray color makes me charming and bought it because of it & aviator design . Come on dudes , if you want to be young & fresh , ware it . If you are already stylish guy , this is one of the nice sunglasses I recommend . I will like it more if it were with polarized lens . All of Oakley sunglasses are designed as comfortable fit one even you have small or big head. GUCCI is king of sunglasses I should say , so stylish but it's expensive and not polarized mostly , sometimes feels like dropping down if you buy big size Gucci . But I still love Gucci . Okay let's move to rayban , Ray Ban wayfarer , aviator , wrap , cats 5000 and Boyfriends sunglasses are my favorites. However Cats 5000 , wayfarer , aviator types of rayban are suitable for slim and thin face. Not for puffy or big face. So most Oakley sunglasses are suitable for any type of faces and any size of heads. Hope this will help .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Levi's Men's 511 Slim Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: Perfect fit as skinny and legs look fine. Not baggy and it's fit as skinny , not super tight tho. I recommend this than 511 skinny jeans. It will make you very nice and all eyes will be on you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iLoveSIA Mens Henley T-shirts Slim Fit Button Placket (Clearance); Brand: iLoveSIA; Review: Fabric is so good . Stretchy but design is kinda a bit funny because there's extra button at the top of the back. It's not small at all . It has so much rooms .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: iLoveSIA Mens Henley T-shirts Long Sleeve With Button Placket; Brand: iLoveSIA; Review: I like fabric a lot because you can look for this kind of cotton + spandex without polyester . That's so nice for me. Only thing is it's not real slim fit ( should make smaller slimmer at waist to show up the body, it's just loose and so much rooms at there) . Next issue is blue color is not pretty bright like as shown in the picture. It's more darker .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Match Men's Tapered Slim Fit Wrinkle-Resistant Dress Pants #8078; Brand: ; Review: Material is good. I bought two pants with size 30. Waist is 2-3 inches larger. The worse thing is legs are so huge as elephant's legs. I read reviewed before buying. I don't understand why some people like these. I wanna give ZERO star if possible.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Teaching With Love & Logic: Taking Control of the Classroom; Author: Visit Amazon's Jim Fay Page; Review: Fantastic book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying: A simple, effective way to banish clutter forever; Author: Marie Kondo; Review: Didn't get to finish, lost book in pile of clutter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Parenting With Love And Logic (Updated and Expanded Edition); Author: Foster Cline; Review: Practical advice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: By Marie Kondo The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing (Unabridged CD) [Audio; Author: ; Review: Didn't get to finish, lost book in pile of clutter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Elements of Harmony: Friendship is Magic (My Little Pony); Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon T. Snider Page; Review: Good book for a 5yo.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony: Daring Do and the Marked Thief of Marapore (The Daring Do Adventure Collection); Author: A.K. Yearling; Review: Well written at a middle school level.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony: Daring Do and the Eternal Flower (The Daring Do Adventure Collection); Author: G. M. Berrow; Review: Great book written at a middle school level.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony: Daring Do and the Forbidden City of Clouds (The Daring Do Adventure Collection); Author: Visit Amazon's G. M. Berrow Page; Review: Well written for middle schooler.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony Tails of Equestria Story Telling Game Core Rule Book; Author: N/A; Review: Fun expansion.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Atlas Shrugged: Part 1; Brand: Taylor Schilling; Review: I happen to stumble across Atlas Shrugged Part 1 on Netflex and watched it. Oh my was it an eye opener. So much of what was happening in this part 1 series I see as a reality happening in today's time. Gas prices may not be at $45 a gallon yet but if we continue on this road of dependency of foreign oil, we will being paying that. The show sparked such an interest in me I can't wait to purchase part 2 of this series. I bought the book as well because books always have more to share than movies do.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Walking Dead: Season 1; Brand: Andrew Lincoln; Review: LOVE, LOVE LOVE each and every season, can't wait for season 3 & 4 on DVD. Each season keeps you on the edge of your chair. What if this is in our future, how would you survive?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Walking Dead: Season 2; Brand: Andrew Lincoln; Review: I absolutely love the series and must own them for future viewing when winters are long & cold. I would recommend all the series to whomever likes to expand their minds on possibilities of what could happen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road House VHS; Brand: Patrick Swayze; Review: I am a BIG Patrick Swayze fan. Bought this movie long time ago in VHS and have worn it out. I love watching this action packed film and so does my youngest son who is hooked on it. I bought this one for myself to replace the VHS one and will to buy another for my son for Christmas so I no longer have to share mine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 90 Minutes in Heaven; Brand: Michael Polish; Review: Got as Birthday gift for Daughter. Watched it with her, I was expecting something more spiritual I guess.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Blythswood Square Hotel; City: Glasgow Scotland; Review: Received a warm welcome on arrival and loved the opulent surrounds. Beautiful room with the most impressive Spanish marble bathroom. Spent the afternoon in the spa which was lovely although I was expecting the pool to be a little bigger. Food was delicious and service excellent. Enjoyed the strawberry daiquiris immensely. Would recommend this to anyone to just go and enjoy their time there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Puri Santrian; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: Stayed here as part of my 50th birthday treat and was not disappointed. On arrival I was entranced by the open reception and the beautiful grounds which for me as a self confessed tree hugger was just perfect. On the day of my birthday my husband had consulted with the staff to arrange a beautiful surprise of flowers and the staff arrived singing happy birthday with the bouquet and a chocolate birthday cake. All staff throughout our stay were attentive and friendly and I was completely enamoured with the warmth of the Balinese. The food and drinks were most enjoyable and I would recommend the private dinning experience. My favourite parts were yoga with Chandi and also my trip to the spa where I was pampered beyond belief. I was told when going to Bali there was no need to pay expensive spa prices within hotels as they are much cheaper outside and to use these. I disagree! The opulence off the spa area, a private room where you can relax and enjoy being pampered and having all those special touches was impossible to beat. I have never enjoyed a bath so much as the one in the spa filled with fresh flower petals and being served fresh fruit juice and chocolate cake whilst lying there was just the most fabulous indulgence. I was more than happy to pay for this experience rather than a walk in, lie down and leave massage experience. No contest! Ambar and Wiwid will forever be remembered for providing the best birthday massage treat ever. The room size and cleanliness was fine however the bathroom could have done with a little updating and the shower wasn't the greatest in the world however this did not in anyway affect my stay. All in all a most enjoyable stay in a hotel where it rained frangipani flowers and smiles.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clachaig Inn; City: Ballachulish Glencoe Scottish Highlands Scotland; Review: Loved the room. Loved the view. Loved the food. Loved the staff. Had a great weekend stay and can't wait to go back. Maybe next Time I'll try for a room with a bath as it might be the extra thing I need after a good days walking.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Park Hotel; City: Desenzano Del Garda Province of Brescia Lombardy; Review: Just had the most wonderful stay at the Park Hotel in Desenzano. All staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel smart and clean with my room having a veranda overlooking the lake. Excellent location in Desenzano as stated situated overlooking Lake Garda and close to shops, bars and restaurants but far enough to away to avoid that "in your face" feeling. Great area to access trains to Verona, Venice and Milan. Also managed a trip to Florence however it may be as well going with your tour operator as we found the cost more expensive on our own. The ferry terminal is a couple of minutes away and again excellent trips on the Lake can be made. Pool area small but beautiful and located on the roof. Breakfast was what would be found in most hotels in this area with a selection of cereals, yoghurt, fruit, cold meats, cheese, breads, streaky bacon and omelette. I was glad of the tasty parties as the part cooked egg was not to my taste however this is not a criticism of the hotel just merely my own particular preference on preferring a fully cooked omelette. All in all most excellent stay and would most definitely return to this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Playasol San Remo; City: Sant Antoni de Portmany Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: On deciding to return to Ibiza following a 7 night trip in 2017 both my husband and I wanted stay at the quiet side of the bay. During our search we found this hotel and booked a 10 night all inclusive stay. We both loved it and weren’t disappointed on our return to Ibiza (we normally like to go somewhere different every year). The hotel is in a great location overlooking the bay with a small jetty nearby where local ferries routinely attend. The hotel itself is clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was nice and plentiful. On reading other reviews I noted some said selection was poor. I felt the selection was good - Maybe not what I would eat all the time but there was always plenty salad, pasta, rice, fruit and veg. The drinks were plentiful and the animation team were great. Agree the pool beds were mostly taken early but we made use of the trips from the nearby jetty and visited Cala Conte on 4 occasions. The room was a good size and the view over the bay just beautiful. The only downside was the noisy guests during the night. Maybe some well placed signs could be put up by the hotel to ask individuals whilst enjoying their holiday to consider other guests. The final verdict is we are looking forward to returning to the hotel for another holiday in Ibiza.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with food recipes as follows:
Title: quick soft breadsticks; Review: These are great as a side, we had them with spaghetti. In the future will add fresh parmesan, garlic, and oregano then bake a few minutes longer (to give a bit of a crust) and serve with marinara as appetizers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: dawn hornsby s unusual green bean casserole; Review: This is delicious! I can't stand cream of mushroom soup, or traditional GBC so gave this a try for Thanksgiving. Everyone loved it, the chestnuts give a great texture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: christmas wreaths; Review: These are very tasty. We've made them each Christmas in the last decade. You have to give enough time for them to set or they won't hold up while eating. Like previously mentioned, storing in an airtight container with waxpaper between works well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ting a lings; Review: Yum! Our family's made these for decades, only using Chow Mein noodles in place of the cereal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: grammie s egg rolls; Review: Very easy and tasty. Only thing is I cut down on the ginger, and added a bit more garlic and some sherry. Used a roll of Jimmy Dean Bold. Yum.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: fabulous grilled chicken spiedini; Review: Very good! We skipped the rolling, and served with couscous. Didn't have Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, so used the "Italian Bread Crumbs" recipe (here at RZ) with freshly made crumbs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: italian bread crumbs; Review: We made this using fresh crumbs, for Fabulous Grilled Chicken Spiedini (Grilled Chicken Spiedini). A good substitute for regular Italian seasoned bread crumbs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: paula deens fried chicken; Review: This chicken is so crunchy and flavorful.Much better than fast food kind,in my opinion.Several of our family members use Paula's recipe with skinless boneless breasts,cut into strips.I like to marinate the chicken (once it's been seasoned)for 8 hours.We use the brand she recommends,Texas Pete.Also,to keep from wasting ingredients I use 1/2 the marinade ,and just spoon the flour as I'm breading. This is the kind of recipe I give anyone who likes fried chicken.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: grilled basil and garlic stuffed chicken; Review: This was really good. We used a bit more cheese (parmigiano-reggiano), 3 T fresh basil and 5 cloves garlic. Didn't have ground red pepper, so left it out.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: barbecue potatoes oven or grill; Review: We were looking for a different way to bake potatoes. Used 1/4 c EVOO to cut down on fat. They came out very tasty!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: almost white castle hamburgers; Review: These are simple and tasty, but for us the main similarity with WC was the texture. Maybe fresh onion would do the trick, either as part of the mix or layered underneath the meat while it's cooking. Rhodes Texas Rolls worked great for the buns. Only had a 13x9 to use so ended up with rectangular shaped patties, but that didn't make a difference as far as taste.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: yummy yogurt marinated chicken; Review: We marinated these overnight, and they turned out really tender. Because of the spices, they make great Chicken Quesadillas. Yum!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: real chicago style italian beef i; Review: I used a 2.75 lb. roast and didn't change the amount of spices. Added a mixture of half beef broth and half beer in place of the H20. Instead of garlic juice, I added 1/2 bulb worth of garlic cloves (thinly sliced) for the final roasting. The bit of extra attention and labor really pays off in tenderness and flavor. Delicious!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: oven roast beef; Review: We were looking for a simple way to prepare some extra sirloin tip roast. This definitely fit the bill. We used beer for the liquid (as usual with tougher cuts of meat, helps a lot with tenderizing). Also, poured the soup mixture over the spice rubbed roast and refrigerated overnight prior to baking. It came out so moist and tasty!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: broiled garlic and pepper t bone ala elswet; Review: Because of the extreme cold weather lately,I didn't want to bother trying to fool with the grill outside.So, thought I'd try the alternative way of cooking T-Bone: broiling.We used seasoned tenderizer(was on hand) & reduced the amount of oil-1/4 c. EVOO for 4 lbs worth of 1" steaks. To make it even simpler whisked the marinade ingredients together,dumped into a large ziploc with the steaks,and turned to coat before marinating overnight in the fridge.They came out nice and tender.Used the drippings and garlic from the pan to make a kind of gravy, which was rich with flavor, and great with baked potato!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | food |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Ringke [Fusion] Compatible with Moto G4; Brand: Ringke; Review: The case offers no screen protection at all. It says in the description that it rises .8 mm above the screen but it's perfectly flush. Because of that it tends to slip off the phone. I'll be returning it as it doesn't actually offer the protection it advertises.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Moto G4 Case, Moto G4 Plus Case - OEAGO [Shockproof] [Impact; Brand: OEAGO; Review: Sadly this case doesn't fit well and it's purple, not blue. It looked like it would be a good case and it had plenty of positive reviews but it definitely didn't live up to the hype. The top and bottom portion of the case "bubble" out away from the phone. It's very flimsy at those spots and you can tell that after some use it's going to really start to pull away. I ordered the blue case and it is definitely not blue, it's purple. The sides are pretty slick as others mentioned, that's not really a big deal to me but it's worth noting. Also, the back cover isn't very grippy either. It has texture but it's very subtle and it's made from a hard plastic not a rubbery material so it's pretty slick as well. The front does cover the screen well, it has about a 1.5mm overhang which would be nice because it seems hard to find cases like that for the Moto G4.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: KAPAVER® Moto G4/Moto G4 Plus Back Cover case (Original); Brand: KAPAVER; Review: Really happy with this one. Finally found a case that actually fits the phone correctly. It offers enough protection but it's not crazy or anything. A serious drop will probably damage the phone but I'm not looking for bulletproof protection. It's light weight, thin, and doesn't get hung up in denim pockets.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Giro Peloton Cap; Brand: Giro; Review: Fit's as expected. Doesn't breath as much as they claim but that's alright. Still does a good job and is made of quality material. Keeps the sweat out of my eyes which is the main reason I bought this. Also to keep the sun off my forehead so I don't get crazy tan lines. It does its job and fits my head. I wear a 7 3/8 baseball cap.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anker 24W Dual USB Car Charger, PowerDrive 2 for iPhone Xs/XS Max/XR/X / 8/7 / 6 /; Brand: Anker; Review: Dead on arrival.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Courtyard Venice Airport; City: Tessera Veneto; Review: we chose this hotel for a 2 day pre cruise stay; since there were 4 of us and a total of 7 pieces of luggage, I did not want to be lugging them through the streets of venice; it was close to the airport, offered a free shuttle to the hotel and about 10 minutes away.. We had 2 rooms, nicely appointed, very clean and the staff was very helpful. the bus that ran every 20 minutes to piazza roma was located directly across from the hotel, it cost 1.5 euros for a round trip and the duration was about 20 minutes. there is a restaurant and a cafe on the premises, breakfast is buffet style and on sundays only a buffet dinner is available; if you could avoid it, do not chance the sunday nite buffet, it costs 20 euros and the food is mediocre at best. they will also arrange a van to the pier for 33 euros, which was reasonable for the 4 of us. using the bus and the vaporetto was a great way to experience venice without spending a great deal of money......because of our declining dollar we found everything to be high. this hotel was very reasonable, for 2nites and 2 rooms it came to under $1000.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: this was a post nite after our azamara southeast asia cruise; the only glitch was checking in and finding out that amex had denied the "fine resorts pkg" since i had booked it so far in advance; with the patience of the front desk, it was finally resolved ( i'm sure i could have gotten a cheaper rate if i didnt book it w amex). The room, the amenities and the staff were first rate. I used the services of the concierge , they were outstanding in obtaining restaurant reservations and confirmation of my return flt home. we used their car service to the airport and were greeted by staff members of the hotel at the airport to assist in unloading our luggage and guiding us to the check in counter, they did not leave until our boading passes were issued. Now........where in the world does one receive such personalized srvice?? I forgot to also mention that dining in the hotel and even shopping at one of their fine stores elicted the same consistent courteous service. although priced at the high end, i would conclude to say "it was worth every penny"..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JW Marriott Washington DC; City: Washington DC District of Columbia; Review: we just returned from a 2 nite stay at this hotel; we attended a function which was held at the grand ballroom . I must commend the staff; from arrival to departure,every aspect of service from the front desk, housekeeping and the restaurant was superb. we had dinner and breakfast and I was so impressed by how friendly and professional the staff was. The room on the 11th floor could've been larger, I missed an ottoman that should have accompanied the side chair. There were too many pillows on the bed; very decorative BUT a pain in the neck to remove (no place to put them). it will be nice when they redecorate and get rid of the tub for a walk in shower.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel; City: Oklahoma City Oklahoma; Review: we were 2 couples going to oklahoma for the first time from new york to catch a performance of "king and I" at the civic center. We arrived on 7/10, the performance was 7/11 and we left on 7/12. would you believe we never left the hotel because the temperture was 100plus ? We stayed on the 15th floor, our friends on the 13th. The hotel is beautiful and well maintained, but the joy of our trip (other than the show) was the experience of the club lounge. Allan, the asst concierge there was the ultimate host, he gave us a verbal tour of oklahoma and the food that was provided at different times was so fresh and delicious. We made use of the complimentary limo provided by the hotel to the theater, and the driver Todd Taylor picked us up afterwards and pointed out the memorial site on the way back. I think the hotel passes out "HAPPY PILLS'; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Papadopoli Venezia MGallery by Sofitel; City: Venice Veneto; Review: We took the ATV bus from the airport to the Plaza Roma and the hotel could not have been in a more perfect location. We had lunch in their charming restaurant,and when the hotel found out it was our anniversary they sent up champagne and strawberries. They also recommended this great pizzeria Al Bacco Felice, off a side ally across from the hotel. They offered an amazing breakfast (so we"re told by our daughter and son in law who traveled with us) but unfortunately due to jet lag, my husband and I missed. However, when I asked the front desk where we could get some coffee, he ushered us to the bar area where we were served fresh fruit and croissants.What a pleasant surprise. Upon arrival on our cruise ship, we realized my husband left his iphone in our room..........upon calling the hotel from the ship we were advised that the maid had found and turned it in to the front desk; we realize that it would be cheaper to abandon the item and purchase another, but my husband treasures his photos, so we will pay the 61 euros for sending it back to the states. We're pleased that the staff is so accommodating , and would definitely recommend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Albergo del Senato; City: Rome Lazio; Review: This was a post cruise choice for our one additional day In Rome.We dropped off our bags due to an early arrival and a prearranged private tour and were immediately thrilled at the location. We were four and our 2 rooms were available after we returned after 1, they upgraded ours to a view over the square. The rooms are small, but well tended, they will provide you with codes for the free wifi when asked. The wood flooring could be quite slippery since there is no floor covering. After check in we had a late lunch ( recommended by the front desk, when asked) at La Sagrestia, a charming little restaurant off one of the many allys . great pizza and seafood. My husband and I have a mobility problem, so while our daughter and son in law took off to walk the sights of Rome, we had a most delightful time going for gelato next to the hotel and sitting on the stone wall people watching, what a myriad of nationalities! It was a beautiful day. The hotel offers a modest buffet breakfast (quite sufficient) and the staff could not be anymore helpful, especially the gentleman concierge, I think his name was Mauro. A definite must for a return visit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Arts Barcelona; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: What a wonderful experience in this quality hotel!, first, they were kind enough to stow our luggage a day before we checked in due to a road trip prior to our stay. When we did check in, we were greeted with a glass of champagne and minutes later we were in our "delicious" room on the 15th floor with a most incredible view , The staff must be required to take "happy pills" because there was nothing they could not do for you. We had a tapas dinner in Arola, at the hotel, it was superb and very original, the next morning we were surprised to see the wonderful selection and again outstanding service at breakfast. There was a stop for the Hop on Hop off bus outside which was very convenient, we took a lovely tour of the city. I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel, it is a real treat!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Shepard Smith leaving Fox News; Abstract: Longtime Fox News host Shepard Smith is leaving the network after 23 years, saying he plans to "begin a new chapter."; Category: news
Title: Impeachment has put Trump in a different place. He's showing it every day.; Abstract: With tweets, speeches and exchanges with reporters, the president has amped up his combativeness in the face of the impeachment inquiry.; Category: news
Title: Kenny Dixon, Drummer for Kane Brown, Dies in Car Accident; Abstract: Drummer Kenny Dixon, who performed in Kane Brown's band, was killed in a car crash.; Category: music
Title: George Conway donates to Trump's GOP primary challenger; Abstract: The husband of White House counselor Kellyanne Conway has donated to one of President Donald Trump's Republican primary challengers.; Category: news
Title: Rosie O'Donnell: Barbara Walters Isn't 'Up to Speaking to People' Right Now; Abstract: Rosie O'Donnell: Barbara Walters Isn't 'Up to Speaking to People' Right Now; Category: tv
Title: 'Pioneer Woman' star Ree Drummond shows off weight loss in new selfie; Abstract: Ree Drummond is known for her skills in the kitchen but now she's a gym pro as well. The 50-year-old says she went down a pants size thanks to hard work.; Category: health
Title: Tyler Cameron Is Voting for Hannah Brown on 'DWTS'; Abstract: Tyler Cameron Is Voting for Hannah Brown on 'DWTS'; Category: tv
Title: Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner to host -- and pay for -- 10th anniversary party at Camp David; Abstract: Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner are having a "big party with friends" at Camp David to celebrate their 10th anniversary this weekend, a White House official confirmed to CNN on Friday.; Category: news
Title: Fox News contributor: 'Most likely' outcome is Trump doesn't run in 2020; Abstract: Fox News contributor Christopher Hahn predicted that President Trump will not run for reelection in 2020.; Category: news
Title: Former US Senator Kay Hagan dead at 66; Abstract: Former U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan, a one-time Capitol Hill intern who went on to become North Carolina's first Democratic female senator, died Monday at her Greensboro home. She was 66.; Category: news
Title: How Karamo Developed a Friendship With 'Exceptional' Sean Spicer on 'DWTS'; Abstract: How Karamo Brown Developed a Friendship With 'Exceptional' Sean Spicer on 'DWTS'; Category: tv
Title: See what happened when a boy, 5, called 911 to order a McDonald's Happy Meal; Abstract: A kindhearted police officer turned the accident into a teachable moment.; Category: news
Title: Hannah Brown on Being Surrounded By Exes Tyler Cameron and Colton Underwood; Abstract: ET spoke with the former Bachelorette after 'Dancing With the Stars' on Monday.; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The New Era of Management; Author: Richard Daft (Author); Review: This book is ok-written. Poor layout and expensive. This book is required for a course in college. I don't think it's worth the price tag. The knowledge is seemingly easy to find on the internet. However, there are a few materials which teach you a thing or two about real management.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Object-Oriented Design & Patterns; Author: Visit Amazon's Cay S. Horstmann Page; Review: This is book is chosen by my university for a course in object oriented design. The book is well written, easy to understand. At the end of each chapter, the author provides very helpful exercises. If you do those, you will grasp concepts deeply and at the same time learn more Java tricks. The book also includes a chapter for people to crash Java which is helpful if you do not remember anything about Java before going into this book. However, some Java experience is required but not advanced, basic is ok. This book is chosen for a second course of Computer Science in college so I guess everyone with basic Java background can quickly get this book and learn easily. Tips: the author maintains his own website for the book which provides solutions to selected exercises. Do the exercises and you will learn the OOD as well as you wish.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Introduction to Automata Theory, Languages and Computation (Addison-Wesley series in computer science); Author: John E. Hopcroft; Review: Too much abstractions, very little practical examples. The theory goes on and on forever. If you got a good professor, he/she should try to give out as many examples as possible. The homework is good but should provide more instructions at the beginning. Overall, a good book with some flaws. Automata theory should not be that hard.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: David and Goliath: Art of Battling Giants (A); Author: Visit Amazon's Malcolm Gladwell Page; Review: Very good and entertaining book. Not sure all the points appear to be convincing such as underdog president of a bank. There are many traits that make underdogs rise to become an elite. I have to say the underdog stories are fascinating to read and interesting to know. However, the proof he presents in the book seems at times very narrow and one-sided, to support the claim that it takes a different rule or different perspective to win the world. I believe it is ok to be different but in real life, the majority of "breaking bad" individuals usually do not become successful. The few who are pressed due to circumstances to change the rules are minority. They are not a good representation of a claim to apply for majority. Maybe if he looks far enough to other countries and world history, he would find many more examples and proofs that are likely to support his claim more strongly. But overall, I still enjoy the book since his writing style is succinct and interesting. He tells the story as if it is happening. A good sequel to the Outliers but not the best.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm Gladwell: David and Goliath : Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants (Large Print Hardcover); 2013 Edition; Author: ; Review: Very good and entertaining book. Not sure all the points appear to be convincing such as underdog president of a bank. There are many traits that make underdogs rise to become an elite. I have to say the underdog stories are fascinating to read and interesting to know. However, the proof he presents in the book seems at times very narrow and one-sided, to support the claim that it takes a different rule or different perspective to win the world. I believe it is ok to be different but in real life, the majority of "breaking bad" individuals usually do not become successful. The few who are pressed due to circumstances to change the rules are minority. They are not a good representation of a claim to apply for majority. Maybe if he looks far enough to other countries and world history, he would find many more examples and proofs that are likely to support his claim more strongly. But overall, I still enjoy the book since his writing style is succinct and interesting. He tells the story as if it is happening. A good sequel to the Outliers but not the best.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Leg Avenue Women's Top Gun Flight Zipper Front Dress Costume; Brand: ; Review: Zipper broke before I had a chance to wear it. I returned it fearing it would break while wearing it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Leg Avenue Women's Top Gun Flight Zipper Front Dress Costume; Brand: ; Review: Zipper broke before I had a chance to wear it. I returned it fearing it would break while wearing it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bill & Candy Women's Leather looking High Waisted Leggings; Brand: Bill & Candy; Review: Too big!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motherhood Maternity Women's Maternity Average Busted Seamless Clip Down Nursing Bra; Brand: ; Review: I am a 36-38 DDD right now and may be bigger with breast feeding. This bra is so comfortable and gives me support and coverage. I don't feel like I am spilling out or have no support. I bought a Large in Black and Nude.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belle House Women's Short A line Skirts Elastic Tulle Costume Dance Tutu; Brand: Belle House; Review: Order up a size. I am a 27 size in Jeans and the Medium was super snug. Will have to return and exchange it for larger size.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Allegra K Women's Asymmetric Neckline Striped Fitted Top T Shirt XS Black White; Brand: ; Review: Cute top, love the way it feels, great quality for the price! This top goes with so many items in my wardrobe.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Allegra K Women's Fashion Long Sleeve Single Breasted Uneven Hem Loose Blouse; Brand: Allegra K; Review: This is the substitute for the crisp white shirt. I've worn this shirt twice and keep holding myself back from wearing it too much, I'm ordering it in black as too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lowpricenice Women Fashion Gold Metal Keeper Metallic Big Mirror Bow Wide Obi Belts; Brand: Sell D Best; Review: This belt looks beautiful worn with jeans or a dress. The first time I wore it people kept on complimenting me!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheinside Women's Black Girl Cut Out Shift Chiffon Mini Dress; Brand: Sheinside; Review: I love this dress! It's stunning and great for cocktails, under a jacket or over jeans. I can't wait to wear this out!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pour La Victoire Women's Carrigan Boot; Brand: ; Review: Great, stylish and stiff at ankle, but I'll love breaking then in '; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schutz Women's Farrah Dress Pump; Brand: SCHUTZ; Review: Beautiful shoe, but too large. Great shoe company, I love the styles, but I'm still trying to figure out the sizing. I'm waiting for a devivery now, 2 pair now.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Accessory Punk Gothic Horizontal stripes Hand Arm Warmer Finger Gloves (Black/Gray); Brand: ECOSCO; Review: Poorly made, very disappointed; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: MATSU Wild fashion Women Half palm Full Fingers Short Driving Cycling Leather Gloves (Nylon/unliend) M9248; Brand: Matsu Gloves; Review: Purchased as a gift and my daughter loves them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OLRAIN Womens New Plaids Irregular Hem Casual Shirt Dress; Brand: OLRAIN; Review: Make sure you order a size up pr the fit will be too small; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HaoDuoYi Women Casual Military Camo Boyfriend Button Down Jacket Coat; Brand: HaoDuoYi; Review: Make sure you go a size up, fabric is hard and scratchy. Make sure you wear another layer underneath before washing; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pour La Victoire Women's Kalinda Sandal; Brand: ; Review: These are really pretty, I have only worn them 1 time, but have been watching these for over a year and the price went down so I purchased without thinking, he fit is a little big, I should have bought 1/2 size smaller.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Cubavera Men's Short-Sleeve Bedford Camp Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Very satisfied; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Havanera Men's Drawstring Pant; Brand: Havanera; Review: Very satisfied; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Short-Sleeve Coverall Stain & Wrinkle Resistant Cotton/Poly; Brand: ; Review: as expected; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Columbia Bahama Ii L/S Shirt; Brand: Columbia; Review: Same quality I'm used to in these shirts; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Women's Roll-Sleeve Blouse; Brand: ; Review: Looks great; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Denim Bib Overall Stain & Wrinkle Resistant, Multiple Tool Pockets; Brand: ; Review: liked them; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harriton Men's Barbados Textured Camp Shirt; Brand: Harriton; Review: looks good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Denim Bib Overall Stain & Wrinkle Resistant, Multiple Tool Pockets; Brand: ; Review: liked them; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harriton Men's Barbados Textured Camp Shirt; Brand: Harriton; Review: looks good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vionic Women's Karina; Brand: Vionic; Review: Love them, own many pairs over the years.comfortable and supportive; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vionic Women's Karina; Brand: Vionic; Review: Love them, own many pairs over the years.comfortable and supportive; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Ripstop Men's Multi-cargo Scrub Pant; Brand: ; Review: Good comfortable fit; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Willowleaf Lane; Author: Visit Amazon's RaeAnne Thayne Page; Review: excellent read as always; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Promise (Thunder Point) (English Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Robyn Carr Page; Review: wish she would write a book a month. Excellent as always.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gray Mountain: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: Great book, did not want it to end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When Shadows Fall (The Callaways) (Volume 7); Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara Freethy Page; Review: Great book. Love her writings. Always entertaining.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arranged Marriage (Cowboy Grooms Wanted!); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Fox Page; Review: You could almost know what was going to happen...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Scandal (The Fatal Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Marie Force Page; Review: I have enjoyed all of this series. Marie force is a excellent writer. Her books have everything to keep you coming back for more. The fatal series was the best so far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maude; Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Foley Mabry Page; Review: Excellent reading, takes me back to my good memories of childhood.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Vineyard; Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara Delinsky Page; Review: This book was one that I did not want to put down. Since my age is over 80 it took me back in time. Deli sky is a great writer that keeps you wanting more. I have read many of her books and feel the same about them all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lullaby Sky; Author: Visit Amazon's Carolyn Brown Page; Review: I enjoyed this book because it had so many twist and turns. This was a book I wanted it to never end. The author has a wonderful way of keeping you in suspense. I will recommend this book to all my family and friends; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doing It Over (A Most Likely To Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Bybee Page; Review: I enjoyed reading this book with all it's twists and turns. I did not want to put it down. This is about the forth book I have read from the author and have enjoyed them all. Look forward to next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spinal Stabilization: The New Science of Back Pain, 2nd Edition (8596-2); Author: Rick Jemmett; Review: It was a little more than I need to know or could understand. I will probably never be able to due all the exercised.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: McCormick Hollandaise Sauce Mix, 1.25 Ounce (Pack of 12); Brand: McCormick; Review: Perfect marinated for pot roast on crackpot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twinings - English Breakfast - 250g; Brand: Twinings; Review: My wife loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kikkoman Sukiyaki Sauce, 10-Ounce Bottle (Pack of 3); Brand: Kikkoman; Review: I really enjoy this stuff in particular over steam rice. It is hard to find.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kikkoman Soy Sauce, 64-Ounce Bottle (Pack of 1); Brand: Kikkoman; Review: taste as expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Café La Llave Espresso, 100% Pure Coffee, Rich and Aromatic, Fine-Grind, Dark-Roast, 10-Ounce Vacuum Sealed Brick Pack; Brand: Cafe La Llave; Review: Great flavor. My first choice is alway Bustello but this is, in my opinion, the same coffee. Great value too; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: McCormick Original Buffalo Wing Seasoning Mix (1.6 oz Packets) 4 Pack; Brand: .McCormick; Review: Not as good as expected. Very little familiar Buffalo taste.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Speedsolving the Cube: Easy-to-Follow, Step-by-Step Instructions for Many Popular 3-D Puzzles; Author: Visit Amazon's Dan Harris Page; Review: I bought this book and a Rubiks cube with the anticipation of finally learning how to solve it. I'm 67 and love puzzles but had never gotten into the Rubiks craze; however I always wanted to. So I got this book, seeing that it said it was suitable for beginners.... Well, it isn't. And now I'm going to have to try to find another book that lives up to its claim to be suitable for a beginner. I'm not stupid, have a genius IQ, but cannot for the life of me figure out how to do this. Mary Beth; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: People of the Way: Renewing Episcopal Identity; Author: Visit Amazon's Dwight J. Zscheile Page; Review: I would sure like to read this book, but the paperback is not available. I have and use my Kindle a lot, and it says here that this book is available on Kindle, but it won't allow it to be downloaded to a Kindle. What's going on here???? Please let me know how to get it!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Backwords Dictionary: A Word Ending Dictionary (Third Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Richard D Ekstrom Page; Review: Great way of playing word games in a serious manner, for those of us who do this in Scrabble, Words With Friends, etc.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rainbow Bridge: A True Story About Rescue Cats; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Cilyk Page; Review: Sent this book to a friend who said she didn't know what she would do if her beloved cat died. She loved it so much, it changed her way of feeling so despairing just worrying about when the day will come that her cat will have to die or be put to sleep because she is getting quite old, as they all do, iit lucky enough to have a good, long life and be loved so much. The "Rainbow Bridge" story is a favorite of so many folks, that this application of it with the wonderful concept of Rescue Cats for cat people (or rescue dogs for dog people, (I am both, so am now looking for one of these books for "dog people"). My friend said this changed her attitude toward her anticipated loss of her beloved "Oasis" kitty. Thanks again, Amazon, for making it so easy to find this valuable book, and so easy to have it delivered right to her home.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Samsung Galaxy Note II; Author: Visit Amazon's Craig James Johnston Page; Review: I bought a book "My Samsung Galaxy Note II" to attempt to catch up with its smartness. Am using it as a reference book for particular questions that come up, and it is very helpful. Still, I have problems with the basic problems that come up quickly in using the phone. I am fascinated by all this phone can do, however, and intend to learn to use its vast array of features. One of my doctors came in to see me in the hospital a couple months ago and said that that's the phone he has, and that he does everthing on it, both in his medical work, and at home. He loves it, so I am encouraged to learn much more about how to use it well. It hasn't leat me down yet. I had a seizure a while back, in the hospital, while sitting in the chair, and slid down from the chair, letting the phone slip from my grasp to the floor as I blacked out. When I awoke, I saw it on the floor and panicked. Picked it up and it seemed to be working fine. Later I noticed that I had some messages but had not heard the phone ring. Called it from the hospital room phone and it didn't ring. So I dialed 611 and talked with a helpful techie woman whose mom has seizures and she often accidentally clicks the "mute" button (???) and she helps her with un-muting her phone. I decided to make it easier and do what I do when my computer gets stuck, i.e. "reboot" it by powering it down and then turning it back on.... and it worked!! Later that same day, because I have advanced glaucoma and no more peripheral vision, I accidentally knocked oved the glass of iced tea on my tray all over my bed and me and yes, my phone!! I panicked again and hollered for someone to help me with getting my Ottter Box off my phone. No one came, but I kept trying to pry the thing open. Finally someone came and got the inner box loose at the side and I recovered the phone itself. It was completely dry!! So I removed its back and it too was all dry, but since I had powered it down to be safe, I removed its battery and let the whole thing stay int the open air for a few hours to be sure it was absolutely dry, then put it back together and it WORKED!! So it is a very durable phone too. I do recommend getting accident insurance on it, AND the very durable Otter Box. The phone seems to be doing very well itself, but accidents do happen. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine. My daughter gave me a nice navy corduroy/velvet with gold stiched leaves on it, to hang it around my neck to my side and enclose it with a zipper so it will never slip out, and I carring it around with me, with my iiPod; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mandolin Chord Dictionary: Handy Guide (Alfred Handy Guide); Author: Visit Amazon's Morton Manus Page; Review: This handbook has been a terrific way to quickly look up how to play various chords on my uke. Easy to understand and the easiest way to play all the various chords for each key.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Everything I Never Told You; Author: Visit Amazon's Celeste Ng Page; Review: I was wrapped up in this story in the first chapters. I found myself slowly becoming terrified, so I decided to quit reading it. I'm sensitive to traumatic stories; they aren't good for me to read. ... But the writing was excellent. I think most people would enjoy this book very much.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In the Field of Grace; Author: Visit Amazon's Tessa Afshar Page; Review: I was completely wrapped up in this story, from beginning to ending. It made the story of Jacob and his heirs so vivid and human that I want to read more of this type of book. Fortunately there are more on Audible.com now. I hadn't heard of Tessa Afshar before, but now I want to read more of her work. This story was written with tremendous respect for the characters. They become known as rounded out people with their weaknesses and strengths, their mistakes and how they lived with them. I came to love them and wanted to see them have more of the life they wanted. Some did, and some didn't. This story showed how the violent times could be overcome with persistent strength and love. The main character was this sort of person. It was such a joy to follow her through her life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2017 Guide for Christian Prayer; Author: Catholic Book Publishing Corp; Review: This is for 2015. It Is 2017. Have tried twice and given up.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: When Mary Becomes Cosmic: A Jungian and Mystical Path to the Divine Feminine; Author: Visit Amazon's David Richo Page; Review: as always, Dave Richo is gently profound and understandable. gives me hope that good direction is possible and good for all, me and All whom I know and meet. Thank God for Dave Richo's gentle teaching!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Santika Siligita Nusa Dua; City: Nusa Dua Nusa Dua Peninsula Bali; Review: Located in nusa dua. Idk what should we do at night so we drove to seminyak hehe. The front office was nice. Lift worked well. Hotel room is spacious and compact. Beautiful swimming pool. The breakfast was ok..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kutabex Beach Front Hotel; City: Kuta Kuta District Bali; Review: It was my first time to Bali. Located very beautifully in front of kuta beach. Next to famous hotels and resto. The minus is only the room underground. We were expecting a room with a view to the outside but then we got a room on the basement. And we have to pay excess person (we were 4) for 200k. Idk different hotel different policy.. but thats ok. Everything is awsome.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bilique Hotel by LARIZ; City: Bandung West Java Java; Review: I booked here for 1 day and guess what. I only stayed for 3 hours. You all know why? 1. Lift is not working. Yes this is a very big deal bcoz the hotel must be either on the 2nd/3rd floor. And the hallway to your room is super horrifying. Not gonna lie. 2. OLD & UNMAINTAINED Please to the owner, fix everything about the hotel. 3. Spooky Swimming Pool O m g. Very spooky. Horror. I just couldn't bare it... We were very horrified so we decided to check out ASAP and we were even afraid to go down the hallway. If u all read this : just go to another hotel.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Salis Hotel Setiabudi; City: Bandung West Java Java; Review: Very compact. Got what we need there. Price is reasonable. Located strategically in Setiabudi. Front office is nice, lift works well, hotel still new and modern. Worth the stay. Parking lot is good. Breakfast is yummy. Hotel room is enough and comfy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sapu Lidi Resort; City: Bandung West Java Java; Review: This resto is very natural. There are ponds and rice fields. Huts are comfy. The nasi timbel was yummy. Service are good. I was glad that they permitted our pet to join us dine in. Everything was great :); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Charles "Lefty" Driesell: A Basketball Legend; Author: Visit Amazon's F. Martin Harmon Page; Review: Greta; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bones McKinney: Basketball's Unforgettable Showman; Author: Bethany Bradsher; Review: Learned a few things! Good read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hedge Knight; Author: Visit Amazon's George R.R. Martin Page; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brimstone Angels: A Forgotten Realms Novel (Neverwinter Nights); Author: Visit Amazon's Erin M. Evans Page; Review: Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sworn Sword: The Graphic Novel (A Game of Thrones); Author: Visit Amazon's George R. R. Martin Page; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City of the Dead: Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep; Author: Visit Amazon's Rosemary Jones Page; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Adversary: The Sundering, Book III (Forgotten Realms: the Sundering); Author: Visit Amazon's Erin M. Evans Page; Review: Good story. I was familiar with the characters so not hard to pick up. Easy to read and have fun with; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: MSR Liquid Fuel Bottle; Brand: MSR; Review: We bought two of these bottles to provide a back-up plan for a dual sport ride. Neither of our bikes had oversized tanks, so our fuel range was limited and fuel opportunities were sparse. These cans fit in a Camelback (tightly) or easily in a backpack to provide a little piece of mind. I wrapped them in a towel so they wouldn't move around, but I didn't have any problems with sloshing or fumes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultra Pro 8" x 10" Soft Sleeves (50); Brand: Ultra Pro; Review: These sleeves are perfect for storing photos. We used them for photos that were being given as gifts. I didn't have money to frame them, but didn't want them to get damaged. These sleeves fit the bill. An 8x10 photo fit perfect without being too snug or loose.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Southwest Technologies TW6030 Elasto-Gel All Purpose Therapy Wrap; Brand: Southwest Technologies; Review: This wrap is pretty much amazing. I discovered it at my first physical therapy appointment and knew immediately that the crappy pharmacy ice packs I have were big underachievers. This wrap is more expensive, but well worth the extra money. It forms to your leg (or whatever you wrap it around) and has built in straps to secure it. You can walk around in it a little, but it will slip down with too much movement (talking about use with a knee). I bought the 9x24 and it completely covers the knee. 24" wraps completely around my leg with a little overlap. (5'6", 155 lbs). When you're not using it, it wraps up into a nice compact cylinder and is held together with it's own straps. Bottom line: Don't waste money on other packs. This is the one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elasto Gel, Hot/Cold Wrap, 4" X 24"; Brand: Elasto-Gel; Review: This wrap is pretty much amazing. I discovered it at my first physical therapy appointment and knew immediately that the crappy pharmacy ice packs I have were big underachievers. This wrap is more expensive, but well worth the extra money. It forms to your leg (or whatever you wrap it around) and has built in straps to secure it. You can walk around in it a little, but it will slip down with too much movement (talking about use with a knee). I bought the 9x24 and it completely covers the knee. 24" wraps completely around my leg with a little overlap. (5'6", 155 lbs). When you're not using it, it wraps up into a nice compact cylinder and is held together with it's own straps. Bottom line: Don't waste money on other packs. This is the one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outray Men's Winter Thinsulate 3M Fleece Keep Warm Gloves; Brand: Outray; Review: Oddly enough, I bought these gloves as a toy for our dog. For some reason, she loves to wrassle with you with fleece gloves on. So I can't really comment on their intended use, but they work great as a dog toy. lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wacces Professional Exercise, Stability and Yoga Ball for Fitness, Balance & Gym Workouts- Anti Burst - Quick Pump Included; Brand: Wacces; Review: I bought this ball to use as an office chair and tried to get a sense of what size to buy by reading the reviews. The reviews seemed to be all over the place, so I just went with the size suggested for my height (65cm). I am 5'6". Now that I have it in hand, this ball is way too small to be used as a desk chair. I don't like to sit low and reach up to the desk. I can't imagine that's good for you. So anyway, if you're my size or taller and want to use this as a desk chair, I would definitely recommend going with the 75cm. It costs about $9 to return it, so I just decided to keep it and find some exercises to do on it. Quality-wise, it seems good though. The pump sucks - get ready for an arm workout to get it inflated.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AccuGage Tire Pressure Dial Gauge; Brand: Accu-Gage; Review: This little gauge is just what I needed to toss in the truck to use with my bicycles. It's hard to know if it is accurate without something to compare it to, but it seems to read consistently. It is nice and compact.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arctic Cool Men's Solid Crew Neck Instant Cooling Shirt with UPF 50+ Sun Protection; Brand: Arctic Cool; Review: My husband loves this shirt. He says it's very comfortable and is lightweight. He didn't think it was shockingly cool like the ads claim, but still a very comfortable shirt and he wants more of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Clarks Women's Ashland Glow Flat; Brand: ; Review: I love my Clark's they are always superior in quality and comfort! This pair meets my expectations; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KEEN Women's Oakridge Waterproof Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I bought these for walking and they have performed as expected. My only complaint is that the back is just a little too high for my foot but then I am not very tall. They actually did not hurt my foot after a 3 mile walk the first time I got them..... Yea; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Boys' Long Sleeve Force Tee Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teva Women's W Evo Sandal; Brand: ; Review: A little small but still the pair of shoes I wear the most.. They are my daily wearers as long as it isn't raining...I ordered a second pair.. They are that comfortable; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Women's Meadow Waffle Knit Zip Front Hoodie; Brand: ; Review: I love it.. It is my go to jacket and even after washing it still for amazing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Short Sleeve Force Tee; Brand: ; Review: Shirt is well made and comfortable. I wear it for a night shirt as it is larger than I expected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Filtrete Advanced Under Sink Quick Change Water Filtration Filter, 6 Month Filter, Reduces Microbial; Brand: Filtrete; Review: No pressure lost, but water isn't quite bottle quality. All in all a good product, and beats the faucet mounts; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who Throw Blanket - TARDIS Gallifrey Fleece - 50" x 60" Afghan; Brand: Doctor Who; Review: Son loves it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who TARDIS Projection Alarm Clock (DR190); Brand: Doctor Who; Review: My little nerd loves it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucentee 3-Piece Silicone Spatula Set - 2 Large & 1 Small Heat Resistant Cooking Utensils (Multicolor); Brand: LUCENTEE; Review: Works great, no gaps or seams for things to grow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Silicone Coasters - 8 Pack; Brand: OXO; Review: Simple and great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips POP Container – Airtight Food Storage – 2.1 Qt for Spaghetti and More; Brand: OXO; Review: Works great for coffee; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aurora Bedding #1 1800 Series 6 Piece Bed Sheet Set with Deep Pocket, California King, Black; Brand: Aurora Bedding; Review: Nice sheets, soft and deep pocketed; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: MLB Women's Mandate to Win Shirt; Brand: Majestic; Review: my wife is an avid met fan (poor thing). This shirt looks great on her, and it doesn't have the gaudy appearance of most sports garb. The shirt is "washed denim" colored, and the logo is muted. This, combined with the tailoring makes a tasteful combination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vitalsox Italy, VT1211 Patented Graduated Compression Socks Carbon Series- One Pair; Brand: Vitalsox; Review: These have a terriffic design. I bought the 10-13.5 size. They were almost impossible to get on from tightness. Once on, one of them seemed to be cutting off circulation to my right leg (probably imaginary), so I took it off. The other one was pretty good. They are made small, I think.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vitalsox Italy, Patented Graduated Compression Socks Pairs VT1211 Silver Drysat Series; Brand: Vitalsox; Review: These have a terriffic design. I bought the 10-13.5 size. They were almost impossible to get on from tightness. Once on, one of them seemed to be cutting off circulation to my right leg (probably imaginary), so I took it off. The other one was pretty good. They are made small, I think.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mother Earth Products Dried Mixed Bell Peppers, Red And Green, Quart Jar, 14 Oz, Pack of 1; Brand: Mother Earth Products; Review: I use a lot of fresh peppers, and these are not fresh. However, they're always there. These dried peppers are perfect to add to any cooking where pepper flavor would help. They taste fine al dente.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Supernova Guardian 1300XL Professional Series Ultra Bright Rechargeable Tactical LED Flashlight with Remote Pressure Switch and BrightStart Technology; Brand: Supernova; Review: It seems expensive for the luminosity. It took me a while to figure out the strobe setting. I would use this for home safety and to discourage intruders. I suppose in the latter function that it would work better with mace. The extra batteryh is nice. It's not so handy for quick access. update: the strobe no longer works after less than a year. Too bad I bought extra batteries. Light still works. It's quite bright when focused. It lights up a shaded spot 40 feet away so it can be fully seen.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Outdoor Products Arrowhead Mammoth Internal Frame Technical Backpack; Brand: ; Review: Inexpensive, open interior pack. It is a big book bag. I replaced my North Face book bag with this temporarily, then got a north face. But I'm keeping this one for light shopping.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Nelia Beach Hotel; City: Ayia Napa Famagusta District; Review: Just back from Ayia Napa and had one of my best holidays ever! The Nelia Beach hotel is in a fantastic location about 40 mins from Larnaca airport, 2 mins from the beach and about 5-10 mins walk from the nightlife. The maid was in every day to clean the room and replace the towels & sheets. The staff were amongst the friendliest I've met with a special mention for Nicos the barman who made us more than welcome (and gave us his address if we want to go back and visit him!)!. The food was the best all inclusive food I've encountered, and is based on theme nights i.e. italian night, mediterranean night, cyprus night, barbeque night. The salads etc. can get a little repetitive but there's always plenty of choice. The only downside for this hotel from my point of view was the slightly small balcony - but from looking at other hotels in the area this seems to be the norm - and a slightly small pool but as I've said the hotel is right on the beach, and there were plenty of sunbeds. We hired a buggy for 2 days to get out and about and I'd recommend it as a fun way to travel. We also visited the waterpark which is a good day out. In the hotel itself there is a pool table, air hockey table, table tennis and a tennis court. I'm already thinking about my next holiday and I'll be going back to the Nelia Beach .............; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brookville Manor; City: Carrickmacross County Monaghan; Review: My partner and I stayed at the Brookville Manor with a couple of friends after travelling over for a wedding. Many of the other wedding guests were staying at the wedding venue however we were after something slightly cheaper, and picked Brookville Manor. Owners Geraldine & John are fantastic hosts, and absolutely nothing is too much bother. From the day we arrived to the day we left we were made to feel welcome, from when they offered the use of their own fridge, lent us the iron etc, offered us lifts into carrickmacross and recommended where we could go for food. The guest house is about 5 minutes walk from carrickmacross itself, has 8 bedrooms and a nice dining room. Breakfast is great, with tea/coffee, toast, cereal, fruit and of course cooked breakfast (with great white pudding)! The double room was perfectly comfortable and looked out onto the lovely back gardens, where we sat in the sun with a few drinks. If I'm ever over again I'll most definitely go back there to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Palladium Kantenah Resort Spa; City: Akumal Yucatan Peninsula; Review: We have just arrived home after a 2 week-stay in May 2011 booked with Thomson. We had a flight delay out from Glasgow so the private transfer we’d booked through Thomson (£12 extra each) turned out to be a godsend as we had no drop-offs and arrived at the hotel approximately 40 mins before those who travelled on the coach. When we got to our room (building 46) we found a cockroach but we reported it to reception and it was swiftly removed, we saw no other beasties in the room during our stay. Building 46 was the closest to the Kantenah lobby, only a couple of minutes walk. The view from the balcony was of trees and vegetation and there was lots of wildlife to see from there. The room was clean and comfortable with 2 double beds, TV, i-pod docking station, iron & ironing table, hairdryer, coffee-machine, air-conditioning, ceiling fan and safe, and as we don’t go on holiday for a fancy room it met our needs perfectly. The shower was powerful and the water never ran cold. There was a little fridge in the room too, which was refilled daily with fizzy drinks and beer. The maid was good, she was in every day and we left a small tip each time, and she also made up towel art most days. The Kantenah is joined onto the Colonial lobby via marble walkways, and there are trains which go between these 2 and the Riviera & White Sands lobbies on a regular basis. You can access wi-fi for free in the lobby areas. We spent most of our time in the evenings at the Colonial side as there was a lovely breeze and shows/bands to see. There wasn’t much going on in the Kantenah side although one of the bars there has all of the branded drinks like Bailey’s, Drambuie etc which were all-inclusive. I would say that the bar service in the Colonial side was also better than on the Kantenah side. The food in the buffet areas was absolutely great, a huge selection and very well presented. The evening meals in here were by theme, for example Mediterranean, seafood, Mexican. We also ate at most of the a-la-carte restaurants and would recommend the steakhouse, Japanese (get a cooking table in there!) and the Brazilian. One observation I would make is that the tables seem quite high in comparison to the chairs in most areas, so particularly short people may find it uncomfortable, however I have no complaints whatsoever about the food. As mentioned by many others the resort is huge, and there’s lots to see (in particular the wildlife)! The main swimming pool with swim-up bar is massive – we always managed to get sunbeds and there was no requirement to be up early to get one, but the resort was not full when we were there. There are also many smaller quieter pools to use, and the pool area at the spa was very relaxing. If you like a breeze though head for the beach, which is; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PlayaOlid Suites Apartments; City: Costa Adeje Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands; Review: We have just returned from a week’s stay at Playa Olid apartment over Christmas 2012. We did not book a transfer with the holiday company and it’s only about 25 euro from the airport in a taxi, which took about 10-15 minutes. The first room we were given was number 505, this was on the fifth floor overlooking the main road and was not a refurbished apartment. We were actually only in it for a couple of minutes as we opened the cupboard containing the dishes to find ants, although first impressions were that it would have been quite noisy next to the road, and that the decor was slightly dated. We went down to reception to report the ants and were offered another room. The second apartment had obviously only just been vacated and had still to be cleaned! We returned to reception where the receptionist offered to let us view a refurbished apartment (number 316) and this was much more to our liking. We were offered the upgrade at a cost of 10 euro per night but managed to negotiate a reduction, and the receptionist was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. This apartment met all of our needs perfectly with a very large (and very hot) shower, and although we were all-inclusive the kitchen area was fitted out with everything you would need if you stayed there on a self-catering basis. The only problem we actually had with the room was when the balcony door got stuck open, and only because we had pulled it too hard. Maintenance were in to fix it within about 10 minutes of us reporting it. The only thing to note about this apartment is that it is adjacent to the main pool and so can be quite noisy during the day, although we were out and about so this wasn’t a problem for us. We spent most of our sunbathing time at the second pool which was much quieter, located to the other side of our apartment. The food available in the all-inclusive restaurant was of a high standard. Yes it is buffet style but in general there is a large choice, and in terms of the staff we’d like to mention Jobany for making us feel so welcome every night! The standards of cleanliness in the restaurant, bars and resort in general were good. There were various snacks available from the pool bars, such as cheese and ham toasties, hotdogs and chips. We didn’t eat breakfast in the hotel and so can’t comment on it. The location of these apartments proved to be ideal for us, yes they are on a slight hill but not too strenuous to get to, and the taxis are cheap anyway if really required. At the bottom of the hill is the Original Wigan Pier pub which is well worth a visit, and another 5-10 minute wander from there and you’re in the middle of everything. We will definitely return to Tenerife and would also stay in the Playa Olid apartments again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort; City: Playa Blanca Lanzarote Canary Islands; Review: This was our first visit to Sandos Papagayo within a group of 7 adults and one child, and we had a fantastic time! We arrived just before 10pm at night (transfer approx. 40 mins) and were able to get dinner as food is served until 10.15pm (and the poolside snackbar is also open all night although we didn't know that at the time)..... The rooms are spacious and clean with comfortable beds. We stayed in Block C and you get a fantastic sea view and the noise of the waves is amazing, the balconies are large as well. Food was perhaps the best all inclusive I've tried within the Canaries - plenty of choice and a great standard within the restaurants, limited choice at the snackbar but enough to keep everyone going. The drink choices were good at all of the bars and included Cava and Irish Cream etc in the all-inclusive, as well as the standard beer and wine offerings. We did not pay extra to upgrade to Elite and to be honest didn't feel as if we'd missed out, we had a sea view anyway and the drinks choices were good, we saw only a handful of people wearing the gold wristbands and the Elite terrace looked empty most of the time. On the other hand Bari's bar on the ground floor of the lobby was always busy with great service! :-) There are numerous pools to choose from and yes people do reserve sunbeds however it didn't really cause us a problem, although the hotel does not enforce not reserving them (despite signs up stating the contrary). The spa is also worth a visit with the jacuzzi's, steam room and sauna being available to the all-inclusive guests with no extra charge. The spa is also where the towel cards are exchanged for towels. The hotel complex is large with lots of seating options in the lobby areas and free wifi although coverage was patchy at times, presumably due to the number of users. I cannot comment on the animation team or entertainment as that's not really our thing. The evenings however are quiet, and after 11pm there is not a great deal to do as all of the bars close leaving only the poolside snackbar (beer/wine only) or the nightclub which was empty the one night we went in. In terms of location, it is about a 20 minute walk to the marina area, or 4 euro in a taxi. We had dinner in the resort a couple of nights to make a change from all-inclusive, and also took the ferry to Fuerteventura for the day which was lovely. All in all, we had a great holiday, and should we decide to return to Lanzarote we would definitely consider returning to the Sandos Papagayo. A useful tip for those with a late flight home: it is possible to extend your checkout until 6pm if a room is available. In our case there was no room available and the courtesy room (which can be booked for 30 mins) was not; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Jesen Inn; City: Kuta Kuta District Bali; Review: The staff here are excellent, the rooms big and it's good value. I do feel though that the rooms need a little extra attention new curtains and a splash of paint would help. The rooms are noisey during the day since there is building work around so I wouldn't recommend it those looking for a quiet get away. The food was great though and I'd recommend the hotel to anybody who's in Kuta for the party scene.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lodtunduh Sari; City: Lodtunduh Ubud Gianyar Regency Bali; Review: Staying here was an absolute dream. The hotel is gorgeous, the staff friendly and the rooms clean and tidy. The hotel is beautifully situated in the country side, a 20 minute walk to the centre of Ubud. Consequently the hotel is both quiet and relaxed and proves to be the perfect place to while away the day in peace. If you're party orientated then this probably isn't the place for you but otherwise you'll love your stay here. I will definitely be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tan Hoang Long Hotel; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: Myself and my Brother had the good fortune to spend the first four days of our trip to Vietnam here. The hotel is perfectly situated in the downtown area and a very quick walk away from many of the top attractions. The staff here were exceptionally attentive and friendly they helped greatly even when I messed up the booking. The rooms are large and well furnished and the maids do great job in keeping the room clean. Finally the breakfast is very good, with lots choices too keep even the most fussy of eaters satisfied. Thank you Tan Hoang Long Hotel. I will be back! Just an extra tip: Many of the restaurants nearby are very expensive so it's worth to have a little venture elsewhere to find both good value and good quality food.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hong Thien Backpackers Hotel; City: Hue Thua Thien Hue Province; Review: Our bus dropped us out the front of this place initially we were rather dubious but with the twin room being $6 we thought it was worth a go. We were given the 501 room on the top floor which was a bit of a trek with heavy bags but well worth it given the size of the room and the great view from the balcony. The room was clean, tidy and had tv with a very nice hot shower too. Despite being in central Hue the room was quiet and comfortable. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable subsequently we enjoyed our stay here tremendously. A great value little hotel that does all the basics right. Would recommend this hotel to everybody who doesn't mind steps.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Parkson Hotel Hanoi; City: Hanoi; Review: This is great little hotel situated in the centre of Hanoi. It offers cheap yet luxurious rooms for the price, has a good breakfast included and is serviced by very helpful staff. The bed's were very comfortable and the shower was like something out of another world. Very impressed with this place and would stay again. It is close to the a main road but we didn't hear a thing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nomads Brisbane Hostel; City: Brisbane Brisbane Region Queensland; Review: Enjoyed my stay at Base. The single room I had was nice enough and had clean sheets. The staff were really friendly and helpful but i feel both the showers and toilets in this place really need replacing. They were both old and barely functional with plaster cracking everywherw and graffiti scrawled across all the amneties. The location couldnt be any better though and the bar/club underneath serves awesome food at great value. Please sort out the shower/loo's because this could so easily be a very special place.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Palace Hotel; City: Miri Miri District Sarawak; Review: A very clean modern hotel with helpful staff and large well appointed rooms. We paid 175rm for an interior room and didnt want to leave. The hotel has great facilities that we enjoyed using, including a gym, sauna and pool. The breakfast had a wide range of options and the hotel is nearby many shops and cafes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingwood Hotel; City: Sibu Sarawak; Review: We stayed in the new wing for 150rm a night. We had a large room with a nice bathroom and a great view of the river. The staff was efficent and helpful but the overall hotel seemed slightly rough. It smelt of smoke throughout and many of the carpets throughout the hotel were stained. That being said the hotel was in a good location and provides an adequete breakfast. Parking is provided but fills up quickly at night so you maybe left without a spot if youre out late.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Motel; City: Busan; Review: Okay so pro's and con's +Great Value less than 40,000 +Huge Room +Nice Bathroom +Very Clean +Superb Location (less than 2 minutes walk from the Ktx station and Subway) -Smells of smoke like most motels in Korea. Great little place, I had no trouble finding this place and enjoyed my stay not seedy in the slightest depsite the decor and saw mostly couples staying there. Enjoyed my stay and would gladly stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: WarHawk Bundle with Bluetooth Headset - Playstation 3; Brand: by
Sony Computer Entertainment America; Review: It took me a while to get this game. I didn't like the fact that it was a multiplayer only. It would of been nice to maybe be able to play the different game types with bots also. The graphics are nice and the draw distance is fantastic since some of the maps are huge. It is fun playing with others however, since you can make plans on how to attack the other team and all. Someone like me, though, I only get to play maybe a few times a month, so I don't get to practice much. There are people that play waaaay too much and therefore are very good at the game. Sometimes, this can make the game boring because you die too much. I think there are connection issues as well. I've gone around flying in the warhawk and will hit other warhawks six or seven times and they keep going. I get hit by one missle and I'm gone. The controls are hard to use, but I'm a PC FPS person.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirt - Playstation 3; Brand: by
Codemasters; Review: I'm not one for video games, but this one is pretty fun. The graphics are done very well as does the realism of the driving, for using a game controller. As others have said, a steering wheel would help. It is hard to take turns properly with the PS3 controller since with the controller, you are either full throttle or not. I've tried playing online, but those who have steering wheels will always win. I still enjoy the game and it keeps my interest. They did a very good job at getting the tracks down to what they are in real life.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Medal of Honor Warfighter - PC; Brand: by
Electronic Arts; Review: System specs: Intel Core i7 8gb RAM Saphire HD 7950 video card Multiplayer: What first drew me to the game was the idea that different tier one operators, from around the world, were represented here. Each one would have weapons that they would actually be using and then you could play as them, in the multiplayer. As you do well in the multiplayer, you unlock different operators from different countries. The gameplay, so far, isn't too bad. I think the hit markers are a little off. It is possible this is attributed to lag or something, but I doubt it is on my end looking into my actual connection speeds to the servers. The graphics are pretty good, though, I think Battlefield 3 is a little better, despite using the same graphics engine. Playing multiplayer is hard, however, when you play against (probably) these little kids that just play these games every day. I have had this game since launch and I have only logged about twenty hours. I have noticed some hacking, as well. For instance, this pair (fire team) of players were doing these slides out in the open from cover and taking out three to four of us, at a time. In my opinion, the sliding was making them easy targets. Their direction of movement and speed was predictable each time. I had my crosshairs on them each and every time unloading an entire magazine on them, but they did not take one bit of damage. I was dying immediately when they turned towards me. I would then leave the server, as playing with them is not fun. I don't mind losing, which is usually the case, but I want to lose fairly. I also don't see many servers with players, which keeps me from playing this game. I just use this game and a couple of others to relax after working all day. The game is a little fun, when I have a chance to play. However, if I had a chance to do it again, I would probably not purchase this game. I have not had any problems with this game through Origin, that I have seen others write about.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare [Online Game Code]; Brand: by
Electronic Arts; Review: I got the game codes, for my wife and I, from Target. This was before I realized it was available from Amazon. Target sells cards for this game with a game code that you use on Origin. I have a win 7 PC and my wife has win 8 PC. Both downloads and installations worked fine. The game, on both PC's loaded just fine, as well. The only gripe we have is constantly losing the server connection. Only game we have that this occurs. When the game does work, it is quite fun! Graphics and gameplay are solid and smooth. It is fun playing as different plants, with their different abilities. A little more difficult learning to play as the different zombies, since you can only play as a zombie when you're playing against other people. Bottom line, game is fun to play, when you are not constantly losing the server connection.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Battlefront - Standard Edition - PC; Brand: by
Electronic Arts; Review: I did the 4 hour trial of the game. Glad I did and not purchase the game. The graphics and sound are really good. The entire time, the games only had, about, 10 people playing per map. They were always terribly one sided, which made the game boring. Being a level 1, I could shoot hit someone multiple times and not take them down. I was going down from one hit over and over. I would spawn, 3 seconds later, I was dead. The co-op looks like it may be fun, but I didn't try that. Being a trial, I only had 2 maps (Hoth) and (Endor), so I can't judge the rest of the game. If the game, including all the maps, was 30-40 bucks, I would think about getting it. I have an offer to get the basic game for $14, but I don't think it is worth it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Video_Games |
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Title: Workingman's Dead; Brand: Grateful Dead; Review: If this isn't the best Dead studio album then American Beaiuty is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shakedown Street; Brand: Grateful Dead; Review: If this isn't worst Dead album then In the Dark is.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Copperhead Road; Brand: Steve Earle; Review: Of the albums Earle put out before he spent time in jail and cleaned up his act, this is the best. The band sounds good and the collection of songs is first rate. The title track is one of Earle's best. He also does a version of his song, The Devil's Right Hand, which is another of his best. The Cheiftains make an appearance. I happen to like his post-arrest albums better. Earle, unlike many other artists, actually became a better song writer after he became sober and his albums of the mid-ninties to the present are, almost without exception, excellent and Copperhead Road is the closest he came before that time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Copperhead Road; Brand: Steve Earle; Review: Of the albums Earle put out before he spent time in jail and cleaned up his act, this is the best. The band sounds good and the collection of songs is first rate. The title track is one of Earle's best. He also does a version of his song, The Devil's Right Hand, which is another of his best. The Cheiftains make an appearance. I happen to like his post-arrest albums better. Earle, unlike many other artists, actually became a better song writer after he became sober and his albums of the mid-ninties to the present are, almost without exception, excellent and Copperhead Road is the closest he came before that time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Red Sky; Brand: Bob Dylan; Review: As a great admirer of Gianmarc Manzione's reviews I was shocked to see 5 stars next to this shlock. It is bad, very bad, but the album entitled "Dylan" that Columbia released at the end of '73 is the worst; but this is real bad too.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ram; Brand: Paul McCartney; Review: This album was very popular among the crowd I hung out with when it was released in 1972 ad it is still enjoyable 32 years later. Anyone expecting heavy commentary on the state of the world should direct their attention to Lennon's solo stuff and come to McCartney for light-hearted rock and roll.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Songs of Love & Hate; Brand: Leonard Cohen; Review: This was the first Leonard Cohen album I ever owned, his third overall, and, 33 years later, I still think its probably his best. A very comfortable blend of electric and acoustic instrumentation without the over production of his first album and a very good song selection. I guess only Joan of Arc would qualify as a "greatest hit," but all the songs are strong and a nice live version of Sing Another Song Boys serves to break up the other studio material. I own all his stuff, and while probably one or two other deserve the five stars I gave this, Love and Hate is still the best. BTW- The songs are Leonard Cohen songs which means that on the whole they are rather depressing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel With a Lariat; Brand: K. D. Lang; Review: Before she smaltzed out on easy listening music kd was a great country music singer and songwriter. Nothing can compare to the her live shows I saw in the late 80's (Al Gore was sitting at the next table at one of those) but this CD comes darn close. Exciting music and great songs with her incredible singing combine for a truly wonderful CD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Live by Request; Brand: K. D. Lang; Review: She has a great voice, the songs are good songs and the band is very competent but the record just doesn't work. It is just plain boring like kd is phoning it in Maybe an off night for her, I don't know but this CD ain't worth the price of a blank.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: I Went Walking; Author: Visit Amazon's Sue Williams Page; Review: I WENT WALKING is a well-loved type of story for small children--lots of rhythm and quiet introduction to familiar animals as they tag along with the young adventurer. This large hardback book has the wonderful illustrations by Julie Vivas, one of my absolute favorite illustrators. I WENT WALKING will be cherished for a long time, I predict.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Percy Jackson Complete Library, Books 1-5 (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Volumes 1-5); Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Riordan Page; Review: Our grandson, age 12, is rereading the first of the three volumes because he enjoyed it so much. I've read two of the three and enjoyed them. They are a good way to familiarize young readers with the concepts of mythological gods, along with good adventures. My grandson was surprisingly good at remembering the names and characters along with the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Season of Gifts; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Peck Page; Review: I love Richard Peck. I especially love Grandma Dowdel and the three books about her. A SEASON OF GIFTS is so good that I have read it at least three times (it just makes you feel good) and gave my copy to a ten year old who loves to read. It not only is a good story, it gives you a good sense of how things were in the midwest long about mid-twentieth century. Readers are reminded that gifts are not always tangible. Read it! Share it! Marge Wood; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Chronicles of Harris Burdick: Fourteen Amazing Authors Tell the Tales / With an Introduction by Lemony Snicket; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Van Allsburg Page; Review: I was so excited to open up THE CHRONICLES OF HARRIS BURDICK: FOURTEEN AMAZING AUTHORS TELL THE TALES... I mean, I had seen the original book and enjoyed imagining stories. I had read other books by the authors in this book and knew they were good writers. Before you get all fizzy, I will say, this is a good book. I just think when you say it is for 10 and up, I'd say more UP. I read the entire thing and thought of possible responses from young readers. I think it is more for teenagers or adults. But it is a good book. I gave it to our youngest son who is thirty-two. Yeah for good books! Marge Wood; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Origami Yoda Pack: The Strange Case of Origami Yoda / Darth Paper Strikes Back: An Origami Yoda Book (Origami; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom Angleberger Page; Review: What I love about the ORIGAMI YODA and DARTH PAPER books is that they are age-appropriate (6th and 7th grade) and don't condescend to young readers, while also being very easy to read. Our grandson loved them. They are entertaining and relate to problems kids that age have. I recommend them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: It's a Little Book; Author: Visit Amazon's Lane Smith Page; Review: This book is so fun. It is one of several I bought at Christmas time and sort of left lying under the Christmas tree so folks could look at it and decide whether or not they wanted it. This is a wonderfully simple story about two little animals discussing the book. One of them doesn't know what you do with a book. When he discovers, he doesn't want to put it down. Delightful! Marge Wood; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Small Persons with Wings; Author: Visit Amazon's Ellen Booraem Page; Review: This is one of the most clever new children's books I've read. I enjoyed it immensely and took it to a meeting yesterday to show to my friends. Mellie and family move to this run-down dump of an inn and find it infested with fairies, er, small persons with wings. The whole book sparkles, not just the cover. Have fun!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Truth: A Novel of Discworld; Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Pratchett Page; Review: I love Terry Pratchett. I love several of his novels more than others. He gets right at the heart of things. I loved THE TRUTH and still recommend it to people. It is about journalism and what IS the truth? Of course when you read the book you will immediately see that sensationalism is NOT the truth but sells a lot more papers. Newspapers are supposed to tell the truth. So are all the other news media. Read it. Great novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lions of Little Rock; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristin Levine Page; Review: I haven't read LIONS OF LITTLE ROCK yet but was thinking about it because: 1. it's for middle school 2. I have a granddaughter who is racially mixed 3. the cover shows that big impenetrable fence surrounding the buildings of power which I think is powerful imagery. Thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Maddow Page; Review: Everyone ought to read the book DRIFT by Rachel Maddow. Great history book about how our country's war policies. Pay attention.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Boy (Laurel-Leaf Books); Author: Visit Amazon's Iain Lawrence Page; Review: GHOST BOY is a coming of age story about an albino boy who lives in a small town. The boy, Harold, is the butt of mean jokes by the local kids. When he runs away and joins the circus, he learns a lot about himself and his skills. When he returns home, he has the courage to face up to his detractors. The author, Iain Lawrence, has done a masterful job of setting the stage, building the characters, making you want to read more. Wonderful novel for kids ages 10-14, or even adults who like good writing. ] Marge Wood; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Why Did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed Cross the Road?: Christian Identity in a Multi-Faith World; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian D. McLaren Page; Review: First off, McLaren is a great theologian and writer. This book is an excellent discussion guide for people who want help in knowing how to deal with folks who believe differently. It's also easy to read. As a person who believes that we all are going to have to figure out the best way to deal with folks who are different from us in any way, religious, political or any other way, I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wings (The Bromeliad Trilogy, Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Pratchett Page; Review: I love Terry Pratchett. I got this for some light reading to keep around the house. It is part of a trilogy called THE BROMELIA TRILOGY. It's wonderful. Get it. Better yet, get the BROMELIAD TRILOGY.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pippi Longstocking; Author: Visit Amazon's Astrid Lindgren Page; Review: Just looking at the cover of this book carries me back to when our children were little and we used to have our reading time, lined up on the big bed. It's another gift for the five year old, whose mother particularly loves Pippi.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Son of Neptune (Heroes of Olympus Book 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Riordan Page; Review: Rick Riordan is a favorite author of our middle schooler grandson. He's not a huge reader so getting a compliment from him is good. He has finished this one. I'll have to ask him how he rates it. While I'm talking here, I'll let you in on a secret: I'm writing a middle schooler series with the series title of THE SECRET BUZZARD SOCIETY. Watch for it! It will get published on Create Space, here at Amazon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Long Haul (Diary of a Wimpy Kid book 9); Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Kinney Page; Review: This book is a continuation of the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID books. It was requested by our middle schooler grandson.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Albion's Seed: Four British Folkways in America (America: a cultural history); Author: Visit Amazon's David Hackett Fischer Page; Review: I bought this on recommendation from an old friend. She said you can find yourself in it. It's a fascinating reference work about how four different waves of English folks came to America and how each group's habits, culture, food, architecture and more still are reflected in today's choices. It is full of data, photos and drawings. It gets into the nitty gritty of each region, down to how folks act at church, what they wear, what sayings are important to them. The thing I didn't like was it didn't go far enough west. It is pretty thick, though, so I guess the author had to quit somewhere. It's a great big paperback, a perfect gift for someone who scratches his/her head over contemporary politics and religion.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Henry And Mudge And The Snowman Plan; Author: Visit Amazon's Cynthia Rylant Page; Review: I love all the HENRY AND MUDGE books. This one is for our five year old beginning reader granddaughter. Enjoy! Collect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Texas Goes...: How the Lone Star State Hijacked the American Agenda; Author: Visit Amazon's Gail Collins Page; Review: I never quite finished reading this. A friend of mine needed to read it so I gave it to her. I still need to finish reading it. I got it because I live in Texas and I love Gail Collins. Read it! And watch for THE SECRET BUZZARD SOCIETY series of juvenile books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eloise Skates!; Author: Kay Thompson; Review: ELOISE SKATES is another Christmas present for our granddaughter. I know she will have fun reading it or listening to it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Book of Kale: The Easy-to-Grow Superfood 80+ Recipes; Author: Sharon Hanna; Review: Wonderful cookbook. I wish it were hard bound but it's a good resource. Kale IS good but I often have a hard time thinking of good ways to use it. This is your starting place if you have lots of kale and don't know what to do with it. It also is fun to read. I love reading cookbooks. One thing I like about it is that it has taken a lot of familiar recipes and adapted them to have kale in them. Making kale familiar makes you feel more comfortable with it. Another thing is, it's affordable. Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Water from Stone: The Story of Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve (Louise Lindsey Merrick Natural Environment Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Jeffrey Greene Page; Review: WATER FROM STONE is the love story of an old man for his land. The pen and ink drawings alone make it worth buying. Bamberger tells how he took a sorry piece of Texas land and reclaimed it so that streams would flow, grass and trees would grow, and people could come and enjoy being there to learn how to do it. I recommend it, particularly if you have a sorry piece of west Texas land.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Locomotive (Caldecott Medal Book); Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Floca Page; Review: I haven't read this book yet but I intend to buy it for our granddaughter who is age 5. Reading the reviews reminded me vividly of all the train travel I did growing up--the big box with fried chicken and other goodies that we took with us on the train, the swinging overhead lights and windows you could open in the car, the time I was found sitting alone on the steps, watching the countryside whiz by. We rode the Doodlebug from Wichita, Kansas to somewhere in Texas, where a family member met us. I remember riding the train all night during college, where I'd ride from Abilene, to Fort Worth where I changed trains for Manhattan, Kansas. I remember early mornings of looking for a place to eat breakfast, and of the general area in Fort Worth where the train station was. I love trains. I love good art and stories. Thank you, Floca, and thank you for your publishers and marketers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ghosts of Tupelo Landing (Mo & Dale Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Sheila Turnage Page; Review: I didn't buy this book but I borrowed it from the library and could hardly put it down. I love the characters and now have to go find the earlier book and read it. I hope GHOSTS OF TUPELO LANDING wins an award. It already has with me. Marge Wood; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Blue Avenger; Author: Visit Amazon's Norma Howe Page; Review: I enjoyed BLUE AVENGER, read it years ago and again recently. I didn't read the sequels but liked the first book. It's not great literature but nice comment on teenagerhood and the things kids think about. I did love the one item that carried him along through the story: a search for a perfect lemon meringue pie recipe. I recommend it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Writing Irresistible Kidlit: The Ultimate Guide to Crafting Fiction for Young Adult and Middle Grade Readers; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Kole Page; Review: It was recommended by a favorite author. It covers the most important issues for writing middle grade and young adult fiction. There are current titles of popular, well written novels so you can read actual segments of novels. It is marvelous!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sennheiser HD 201 Lightweight Over Ear Headphones; Brand: Sennheiser; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cosmos Black 2.4G RF optical wireless USB mouse for macbook 13 Inch PRO AIR 11 Inch DELL ACER SONY HP; Brand: Creative Gifts; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Halo Screen Protector Film Clear Matte (Anti-Glare) for Apple Ipad Mini & Ipad Mini Retina (3-Pack); Brand: Halo; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Poweradd Pilot E2 1,2000mAh Portable Charger - White; Brand: Poweradd; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Co2Crea Hard EVA Shockproof Carrying Case Pouch Bag for Western Digital, Ultra Slim Essential Elements, Canvio, Samsung M3; Brand: Co2Crea; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CASEFORMERS Armor Shield Cover Flip Case with Stand for iPad Mini; Brand: CASEFORMERS; Review: Good product...; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: BESTSUN CREE LED K8 Flashlight Torch Lamp Charger 18650 500 lumen 5W, 3 switch Mode; Brand: CREE; Review: Did I say it's brite? Rechargeable, 500L, mid-size flashlight for under $20. What's not to like? Well, actually wish they made the on/off button a bit bigger or just put it on the end (for a "thumbumper"). Sure, it may not be as purely bright as a $200 one, but fer $20, one really can't complain.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LETMY Tactical Led Flashlight, Ultra Bright LED Handheld; Brand: Letmy; Review: Decent light output, non-cumbersome & feels good in the hand. For the price, one really can't complain.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: River's Edge Products 617 Bear Single Switch Electrical Cover Plage; Brand: River's Edge Products; Review: This was the cherry on top to rustic woodsy room #1. Decent quality & fit just fine. Now for the other rooms:D; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mechanix Wear - Original Woodland Camo Tactical Gloves (Small, Camouflage); Brand: Mechanix Wear; Review: Great running/camping/garage work gloves. Actually keep my hands relatively warm during my ~30 degree winter runs (with occasional 10-20 MPH winds) and am still able to toss occasional softball sized rocks off the trail w/o ripping them to shreds (unlike "official" running gloves). Also handy around camp when you need a *light* insulation barrier from the heat & the cold, yet still need to retain dexterity. Only drawback is that they aren't very touch screen friendly, but we all know the solution to that:P; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bit Adapter - 1/4" to 1/4" - Turn Any Ratchet Into a Driver! Now with Quick-Change By Pro Tools; Brand: Prosperity Tool; Review: Hard to find part that solves the problem of "what to do with all those 1/4" hex bits"! Quality part, holds the bit in place for all those hard to reach places screwdrivers can't get to!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sheraton Vistana Villages International Drive; City: Orlando Florida; Review: Stayed in the Key West section of the resorts. Rooms were large and very clean, the bathroom was huge. Grounds are very nice and the resort had a store, restaurant, and out side shopping area near the pool. Pool areas had a lot activities such as ping pong and pool tables. There were numerous pools and playgrounds. The room had a full kitchen and dining areas which allowed us to save money on lunches and breakfasts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Divi Village Golf and Beach Resort; City: Oranjestad Aruba; Review: Have been to Aruba many times and love it. This is the worst place I have ever stayed on the island. Stayed in two rooms (first time I have ever had to ask to move on any trip noisy neighbors) both were in very poor repair. The second room had mold on the ceiling and was missing a closet door. Was waiting for a gift card from the Aruba tourism authority. When it did not arrive the front desk gave me the impression that they could care less and never returned calls. After the third day I had to ask if it arrived I asked to talk to a member of management but no one was available said they would call and no one ever called. The positives were great location and the maids and grounds workers were very friendly.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Westin St John Resort Villas; City: St John U S Virgin Islands; Review: Very nice resort very quiet not crowded at all. Rooms were a great size and the people working there were very helpful and friendly. Good beach in a peaceful bay. Only issue would be they are doing renovations but judging by the rest of the resort they will be very nice when done. If you are going to rent a car look into renting it in St Thomas and taking the car ferry to St Johns If you do the research I think you will save money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paros Bay Hotel; City: Parikia Paros Cyclades South Aegean; Review: The hotel was everything I thought of when I thought of Greece. The room was decorated perfectly with a walk out balcony with the blue shutters. It has a great pool area that over looks the bay. There is a short walk to the bay's beach which is not great but close. The staff was excellent, they set us up with a rental car that came to the hotel and met us at the dock at the end of our stay. They gave us advise on we're to go and what to see.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Kamari; City: Platys Gialos Mykonos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: Pool area was very nice the staff was friendly. Only a short walk to the beach and some very good restaurants. There's a bus stop right in front of the hotel that takes you to the main shopping areas. The room was just what we were looking for after leaving Athens.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Four Points by Sheraton Eastham Cape Cod; City: Eastham Cape Cod Massachusetts; Review: The hotel has large rooms and a very good indoor pool. It also has an out door pool. Located on rt 6 it is very close to both ocean and bay beaches, the national seashore, good resteraunts, and only a half hour from p-town.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Marriott s Harbour Point and Sunset Pointe at Shelter Cove; City: Hilton Head South Carolina; Review: The resort was in good shape the staff was very friendly and helpful. Yessica at the desk and John in activities were both very good. It is off season and the resort was very quiet. Not very close to the beach if that is what you are looking for. My room was in good shape and well stocked with all needs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bunker Hill Hotel; City: Charlotte Amalie St Thomas U S Virgin Islands; Review: Hotel was not in good condition both rooms and common areas. There were no towels in the room. Pancakes at breakfast was good but they were overwhelmed when busy to the point where we waited 8 min for silverware after food was delivered and asked for a coffee refill and left before it was delivered. U also need to know that there are only and a lot of stairs. We had large bags due to a long stay on St John and I had to bring the bags down and due to stairs and heat then take a shower before departing. There is also very little parking.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Westin St John Resort Villas; City: St John U S Virgin Islands; Review: Beautiful property with a nice beach and pool. There are grills on site with a market not far off the property. Rooms and common areas were kept in excellent shape and the staff is very attentive. Highly recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Resort Aruba Beach Resort Casino; City: Palm Eagle Beach Aruba; Review: Good location close to many restaurants and the best value for the package I picked. I love the beach and the pool areas are very nice. I personally spend so little time in the room that value for the money is the most important thing to me. I would definitely stay there again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aloft Minneapolis; City: Minneapolis Minnesota; Review: Good hotel in a nice location. Easy to get to transportation and all areas of the city. Aloft is a modern style hotel the rooms are nice clean and beds are comfortable. The lobby and the bar area are also modern styled.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Lion Hotel Hartford; City: Hartford Connecticut; Review: The hotel is old and in need of an update. The hallway had dry wall work that was not painted but looked like it was there for a while. The restaurant was not open the three days I was there. The desk employees that I dealt with were very good.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willie Nelson: Live at Billy Bob's Texas (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Surviving Christmas (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 3 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 5 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exit to Eden (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
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