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Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Starbucks; City: Franklin, TN; Review: Excellent and friendly staff, fun morning atmosphere, great coffee! Always clean. Very accessible location, spacious seating, and not overcrowded.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: House of India; City: Franklin, TN; Review: The overall taste of the lunch buffet is good, and there are a good variety of dishes. Unfortunately, the meat in all the chicken dishes was pretty dry. The tea and bread included are excellent. The waiters were professional and helpful. The seating at the booths was very tight.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brixx Wood Fired Pizza; City: Franklin, TN; Review: Really tasty pizza in a beautiful location! What a great shopping center to walk around. I needed a gluten free option for pizza and Brixx had a separate menu with many options.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tupelo Honey; City: Franklin, TN; Review: Absolutely amazing food! I have food allergies and the staff was very knowledgeable and helpful as well as friendly. Great ambience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jasmine; City: Brentwood, TN; Review: Very tasty Pad Thai and great lunch prices. Not so knowledgeable about food allergies, but still tried to be helpful and were quick to take back a dish that had an allergen.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A People's History of the United States: 1492 to the Present; Author: Visit Amazon's Howard Zinn Page; Review: This should be required reading in all the high schools!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Devils of D-Day; Author: Graham Masterton; Review: This book was recommended by a friend with an opinion I respect however, as good as this book is, I'm really not that much into sci-fi.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clinton Cash: The Untold Story of How and Why Foreign Governments and Businesses Helped Make Bill and Hillary Rich; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Schweizer Page; Review: They should both have been in prison when they started their criminal careers in Arkansas.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Worst President in History: The Legacy of Barack Obama; Author: Matt Margolis; Review: He flat out lied to the public that trusted him. His legacy will reflect his dismal attempt to turn America into a Muslim Socialist state. The only thing worse than his destruction of America will be if Hillary follows him and continues his obviously failing programs. We are at the event horizon. If we don't turn America around now, it will be too late. It may be too late already but, I for one will keep up the fight as long as we have a chance to put America back on a peaceful, profitable path. I hold no ill will to anyone in the world and wish only to help where we can but, giving away our sovereignty will deal and extremely dangerous blow to our security. War is only a last option that should be avoided at all costs, not used as a foreign policy to inflict our will.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benjamin Franklin: An American Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Walter Isaacson Page; Review: Fascinating. A must read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Un-Civil War: BLACKS vs NIGGERS: Confronting the Subculture Within the African-American Community; Author: Visit Amazon's Taleeb Starkes Page; Review: I am a white male 60 years old. I was brought up in a lily white neighborhood in Connecticut. My exposure to any other cultures began in my time in the military. In my household as a child, no one was ever allowed to use any negative racial slurs. This was strictly enforced with the paddle. My parents and their parents were raised on farms in Northern New York very close to the Canadian border and I don't believe had much knowledge of racism or ethnic problems yet, knew enough not to let them take hold in us. Based on this, I truly do base a person on the content of their character. I had to be taught racism in the military and later in my working life mostly by people of other races explaining to me everything they and their families had to endure through their lives. At first I would not believe such things as even being possible but after 40+ years of hearing and seeing exactly what I have been told, denial was no longer an option. I wanted a way to help if I could. This book makes me very sad and has left me feeling helpless. This book uses language that I would never dare utter but, this author has boldly dared to expose a problem that needs to be address if racism is to be conquered. I only wish I could be part of the solution however, he has made it clear that the solution will have to start within those troubled communities first. I will gladly support any and all programs that will heal our country.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trance: Formation of America; Author: Cathy O'Brien; Review: This is the worst piece of crap I have ever read. A complete waste of time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Life of Andrew Jackson; Author: Robert V. Remini; Review: Changed my original opinion of his public life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silkwood (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: North by Northwest (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rising Sun (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annie: Special Anniversary Edition (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harlem Nights (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Repo Man (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Too (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return of the Dragon (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Absolute Power (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Color of Money (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Collector's Edition (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Is Spinal Tap (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pride and Prejudice (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Escape from Alcatraz (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Maltese Falcon (1941); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pollyanna (1960); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The King and I (1956); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park III (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Porky's (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges Double Feature (1947); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Overboard (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now Redux (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Outdoors (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Funny Girl (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Fat Liar (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honeymoon in Vegas (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: St. Elmo's Fire (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Insomnia (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Force 10 from Navarone (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Chill (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Do the Right Thing (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Doors (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life of David Gale (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Red Violin (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anne of Green Gables (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RoboCop (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heartbreak Ridge (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lantana (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride 2 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kelly's Heroes (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Score (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U-571 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Short Circuit (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blazing Saddles (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kramer vs. Kramer (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Basic Instinct (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raging Bull (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Norma Rae (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: sex (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Born on the Fourth of July (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Killing Fields (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enigma (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vertigo (1958); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Body Double (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quills (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The 20th Anniversary (Rerelease) (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Movie (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Musketeers (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 4 (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Free Willy (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scream (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Fistful of Dollars (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonstruck (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Where Eagles Dare (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Time Bandits (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dracula (1931); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Plains Drifter (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patton (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cahill: U.S. Marshall (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Agent Cody Banks (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pelican Brief (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flubber (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Predator: Collector's Edition (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Conspiracy Theory (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eraser (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sudden Impact (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Dogs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: For a Few Dollars More (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midway (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stripes (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Day (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Run (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Towering Inferno (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road Trip (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Benny Hill: Complete and Unadulterated: The Naughty Early Years: Set 2 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death Wish 2 (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaws 2 (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: True Grit (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Escape (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Magnificent Seven (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blue Thunder (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman & Robin (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Graffiti: Collector's Edition (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Animal House (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Train Robbery (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Firefox (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aristocats (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Bridge Too Far (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Eiger Sanction (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beetlejuice (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Amigos (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dirty Dozen (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Any Which Way You Can (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coal Miner's Daughter: Collector's Edition (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday the 13th (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Running Man (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tango & Cash (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unforgiven (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Daily Show with Jon Stewart: Indecision 2004 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bird (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dillinger (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man Show: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Dog Skip (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lilo and Stitch (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet November (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Les Miserables in Concert (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: First Knight (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hand that Rocks the Cradle (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Major League (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Roger & Me (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Logan's Run (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hercules (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cheech & Chong's Up in Smoke (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Alamo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under Siege (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lock (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's New Groove (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Falling Down (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Quiet on the Western Front (1930); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Day (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pocahontas (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: History of the World: Part 1 (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit?: Special Edition (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Ninja (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Police Academy: Special Edition (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Woman in Red (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silver Streak (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Noon (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Vol 4: The Mountain Wedding / Opie and the Spoiled Child (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Scorpion King (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grumpier Old Men (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heat: Special Edition (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Golden Child (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cannonball Run (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Judge Dredd (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bambi: Platinum Edition (1942); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Escape from New York (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Upside of Anger (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Time Machine (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Fever (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Dawn (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Point Break (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joe Somebody (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Conan the Destroyer (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beethoven (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unfaithful (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Vol 2: The Big House / A Wife for Andy (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Jewel of the Nile (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Roxanne (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spies Like Us (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Shop of Horrors (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Internal Affairs (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eagles: Hell Freezes Over (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood (Disney) (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scary Movie (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willow (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Another 48 Hrs. (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Guns of Navarone (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Good (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Joe Young (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lady in Red (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Natural (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Les Miserables (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sands of Iwo Jima (1949); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waking Ned Devine (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Godzilla (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crocodile Dundee (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Security (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Man in the Iron Mask (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Risky Business (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Home Improvement: Season 2 (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Knights (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Steel (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oliver & Company (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Men Can't Jump (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rugrats in Paris: The Movie (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jerk (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Improvement: Season 1 (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Deep (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pink Panther (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Envy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Birds (1963); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Misery (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ten Commandments (1956); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tequila Sunrise (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Easy Rider (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Van Helsing (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ren & Stimpy: Seasons 1 and 2 (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spartacus (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Farley (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last of the Mohicans (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jungle 2 Jungle (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maverick (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tombstone (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm X (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dumbo (1941); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Spy Who Loved Me (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: F/X (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bachelor Party (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A River Runs Through It (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rooster Cogburn (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 3 (1953); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragonheart (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airplane II: The Sequel (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's The Meaning of Life: Special Edition (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Green Acres: Season 1 (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mannequin (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Professional (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bad News Bears (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lonesome Dove (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 7 (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ghost and Mr. Chicken / The Reluctant Astronaut: Double Feature (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shane (1953); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ricochet (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hocus Pocus (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heathers (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Grifters (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Action Jackson (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jungle Fever (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City by the Sea (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Commando (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Berets (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Toy (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 6 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prince of Tides (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Footloose: Special Collector's Edition (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hard to Kill (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cobra (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 15 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Freshman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vertical Limit (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: All Creatures Great and Small: Series 4 (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twins (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Santa (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Space: Season 2: Vol. 2 (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shakiest Gun in the West / The Love God?: Double Feature (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wild Thornberrys Movie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Creek Manor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: King Kong (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Musketeer (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 13 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Goodbye Girl (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tron (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silverado (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Touching the Void (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dick Tracy (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 16 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Season 1 (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quigley Down Under (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fog of War (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jeremiah Johnson (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jason and the Argonauts (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mad About You: Season 1 (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hello (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Story (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Apple Dumpling Gang (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rugrats Movie (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Planet (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky II (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python Live! (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soul Plane (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Major League II (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. No (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Small Soldiers (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red River (1948); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coming Home (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 6 (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragnet (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 14 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Outsiders (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Gauntlet (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fly / The Fly 2 (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sanford and Son: Season 1 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Crystal (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Superman II (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Abyss (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Next of Kin (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Trouble in Little China (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Heat (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dog Day Afternoon (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: When We Were Kings (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters 2 (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man with Two Brains (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 12 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Iron Eagle (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 5 (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Naked Gun (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Season 2 (1961); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Our Man Flint (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prince of Egypt (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eurotrip (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Superman III (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Selena (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Excalibur (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ronin (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mask of Zorro (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hellboy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cannonball Run II (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 3 (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Love Bug (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonlighting: Seasons 1 & 2 (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brannigan (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Tuxedo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Licence to Kill (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kingpin (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: All Dogs Go to Heaven (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shaft (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stroker Ace (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How to Marry a Millionaire (1953); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coneheads (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fame (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mississippi Burning (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Poseidon Adventure (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Casper (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Great Balls of Fire! (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Giant (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: America's Sweethearts (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: From Hell (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to School (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Way We Were (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Addams Family (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All of Me (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Life (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Extremities (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dressed to Kill (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moscow on the Hudson (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Cousin Vinny (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Johnny Dangerously (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boomerang (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Medicine Man (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Majestic (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: V.I. Warshawski (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oh God! (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stuck on You (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smokey and the Bandit / Smokey and the Bandit II: Double Feature (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blow Out (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calendar Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Popeye (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen Days (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Knight Moves (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The War of the Roses (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: School Daze (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Victor / Victoria (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaws 3 (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rose (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House Party (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arthur (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flashdance (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road House (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scary Movie 3 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wyatt Earp: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Halls of Montezuma (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Far and Away (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vision Quest (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Evita (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alive (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toys (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Poetic Justice (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Tailor of Panama (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The World According to Garp (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Knight (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Captain Ron (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: French Kiss (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Benny Hill (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Widow (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: F/X 2 (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Liaisons (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Quick and the Dead (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ruthless People (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Car Wash (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World 2 (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 1941 (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Garfield: The Movie (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Halloween (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Champ (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Weather Underground (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 2 (1952); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 11 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 5 (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanford and Son: Season 4 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python: The Life of Python (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Founding Fathers: The Men who Shaped Our Nation (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanford and Son: Season 3 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shootist (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RFK: American Experience (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Accused (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: You Only Live Twice (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 5 (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanford and Son: Season 5 (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 2 (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 4 (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Kings (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 1 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MASH: Season 8 (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Memoriam: New York City 9/11/01 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Deer Hunter (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlotte's Web (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Favorite Martian #1 (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Alamo (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stir Crazy (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part III (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Streetcar Named Desire (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shadow (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silver Bullet (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Stooges: Stooges at Work (1938); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mutiny on the Bounty (1935); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summer of '42 (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Funny Lady (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder on the Orient Express (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All Creatures Great and Small: Series 1 (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death Wish (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paper Moon (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Catch a Thief (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fletch Lives (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gus (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joe Kidd (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Accidental Tourist (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rollerball (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Sonja (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlie Chan: The Shanghai Cobra (1945); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Children of a Lesser God (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Little Princess (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Abbott & Costello Meet the Mummy (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jason and the Argonauts (1963); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Living Color: Season 2 (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Universal Soldier (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Le Mans (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Semi-Tough (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Paper Chase (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Timecop (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taps (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Invisible Man: Special Edition (1933); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part II (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bonnie and Clyde (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pink Panther Strikes Again (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trading Places (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frankenstein / Bride of Frankenstein: The Legacy Collection (1931); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All That Jazz (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hooper (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All the President's Men (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Awakenings (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Desperado / El Mariachi (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lawrence of Arabia (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billy Jack (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Minute Warning (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Dolittle (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bad News Bears in Breaking Training (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Detroit Rock City (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rescuers (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Benji (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: An American Werewolf in London (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spy Hard (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Deadly Ground (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guys and Dolls (1955); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Eagle Has Landed (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Muppet Treasure Island (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Soapdish (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stagecoach (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Returns (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crimes of Passion (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Happiest Millionaire (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Grapes of Wrath (1940); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist: Restored Version (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airport (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antz (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Electric Horseman (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wild One (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Weird Science (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Psycho (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (1952); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Revenge of the Pink Panther (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Endurance (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Passenger 57 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jesus of Nazareth (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man with the Golden Gun (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cabaret (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Presidio (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rocketeer (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoffa (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cliffhanger (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1932); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Battle for the Planet of the Apes (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Navy Seals (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Phantom of the Opera (1925); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The NeverEnding Story (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heaven Can Wait (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hindenburg (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Black Stallion (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Which Way But Loose (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: From Here to Eternity (1953); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wiz (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Live and Let Die (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Uncle Buck (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Desperately Seeking Susan (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trial of Billy Jack (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Streets of Fire (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Johnson County War (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall: Part II (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 3 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days: Special Edition (1956); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All in the Family: Season 1 (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanford and Son: Season 2 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brian's Song (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: On the Waterfront (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia (1940); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hobbit (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: West Side Story (1961); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JFK: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: North Dallas Forty (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Living Color: Season 1 (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Fair Lady: Special Edition (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star 80 (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All the Right Moves (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky V (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 6 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 2 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbarella (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flying Tigers (1942); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fighting Seabees (1944); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tremors (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 4 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 3 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twelve O'Clock High (1949); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 4 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: The Series Finale (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reign of Fire (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rumble Fish (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: G.I. Jane (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 9 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flying Leathernecks (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Lagoon (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Staying Alive (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Josephine Baker Story (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fighting Kentuckian (1949); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Like Flint (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition: Bonus Material (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Gigolo (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enter the Dragon: Special Edition (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2-D version) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fort Apache (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mister Roberts (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 3 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For Your Eyes Only (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Noon (1952); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 2 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Creatures Great and Small: Series 3 (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Stooged and Confoosed (1938); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Jake (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Goofs on the Loose (1934); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The North Face Expeditions: Madagascar and Great Trango Tower (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pale Rider (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: G.I. Stooge (1938); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The French Connection (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sahara (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Led Zeppelin: The Song Remains the Same (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Inside American Power: Air Force One (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walking with Dinosaurs (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: The Girlie Show: Live Down Under (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yanni: Live at the Acropolis (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AFI's 100 Years (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Concert for George (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Into the Woods (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crazy/Beautiful (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Life of Birds (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tightrope (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Inside the Vatican (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West: Special Edition (Standard Version) (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Inside American Power: The Pentagon (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the Pretty Horses (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Singin' in the Rain (1952); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Close to You: Remembering the Carpenters (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Beyond the Movie: The Lord of the Rings (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 9 1/2 Weeks (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Why the Towers Fell: Nova (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: Ciao Italia: Live from Italy (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yellow Submarine (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walking with Cavemen (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit: American Experience (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VH1 Divas Live (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace & Music (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 7 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rear Window (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cooler (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Queen: We Will Rock You (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pink Floyd: The Wall (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 5 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Everest: IMAX (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jesus Christ Superstar: 2000 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billy Joel: Greatest Hits: Vol. 3: The Video (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Queen: Live at Wembley Stadium (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bee Gees: One Night Only (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baseball (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Beyond the Movie: Lord of the Rings: Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Great Lodges of the Canadian Rockies (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jimi Hendrix (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shackleton's Antarctic Adventure: IMAX (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Simon and Garfunkel: Concert in Central Park (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To the Moon: Nova (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For All Mankind (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: The Immaculate Collection (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: The Video Collection 1993-1999 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dream Is Alive: IMAX (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's Love Got to Do with It (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Everest: The Death Zone (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Andrew Lloyd Webber: The Royal Albert Hall Celebration (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eric Clapton Unplugged (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reagan: American Experience (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FahrenHYPE 9/11 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Everest: 50 Years on the Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oklahoma! (1955); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Teddy Roosevelt: An American Lion (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U2: Rattle and Hum (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: The Incredible Human Body (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Battle of the Bulge: World War II's Deadliest Battle (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paul Simon: Graceland: The African Concert (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Beatles Anthology (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cats (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lewis and Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Class Action (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Cops and Robbers (1936); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bullitt (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit in Three Amazing Adventures (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Curly Sue (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Annie (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat (1957); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: George of the Jungle (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inspector Gadget (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin and the King of Thieves (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schoolhouse Rock!: Special 30th Anniversary Edition (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Indian in the Cupboard (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Land Before Time (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Space Jam (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Air Bud: Golden Receiver (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty Ducks (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: All Time Favorites (1949); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 1 (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The History Channel Presents: The Alamo (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grumpy Old Men (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best of Travels in Europe with Rick Steves: France (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nefertiti Resurrected (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Liberty! The American Revolution (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Lost Subs: Disaster at Sea (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best of Travels in Europe with Rick Steves: Greece (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best of Travels in Europe with Rick Steves: Germany (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best of Travels in Europe with Rick Steves: Spain & Portugal (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Victor / Victoria (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ronald Reagan: A Legacy Remembered (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Inside American Power: The White House (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Inside Shock and Awe (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dust to Glory (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 48 Hrs. (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Modern Marvels: Engineering Disasters (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Egypt: Quest for Eternity (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lean on Me (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best of Travels in Europe with Rick Steves: British Isles (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic: Egypt: Secrets of the Pharoahs (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chisum (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hogan's Heroes: Season 1 (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Living Daylights (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hang 'Em High (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 4 (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 9 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 10 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Funny Farm (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Green Acres: Season 2 (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 3 (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Poltergeist (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The High and the Mighty (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Merry Mavericks (1951); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to Bataan (1945); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 20 (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Spook Louder (1943); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 2 (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Sing a Song of Six Pants (1947); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benny Hill: Complete and Unadulterated: The Naughty Early Years: Set 1 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hard Day's Night: Collector's Series (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quest for Fire (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Benny Hill: Golden Classics (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best Bits of Mr. Bean (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator: Extended Edition (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Road to El Dorado (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Dizzy Doctors (1937); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Andy Griffith Show: Classic Favorites (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benny Hill: Complete and Unadulterated: The Naughty Early Years: Set 3 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Season 3 (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Vol 1: High Noon at Mayberry / The Loaded Goat (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Vol 3: Andy Discovers America / Andy's English Valet (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 4 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sixteen Candles (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Columbo: Season 1 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Munsters: Season 1 (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Columbo: Season 3 (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tarzan (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little House on the Prairie: Season 8 (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Columbo: Season 2 (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Court: Season 1 (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm in the Middle: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Stop (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Vol 5: Rafe Hollister Sings / Class Reunion (1963); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlie Chan: The Jade Mask (1945); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flintstones: Season 3 (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Papillon (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Stooges: Healthy (1938); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adam-12: Season 1 (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rio Lobo (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taxi: Season 1 (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jeffersons: Season 4 (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hellfighters (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young Guns (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cosby Show: Season 1 (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dukes of Hazzard: Season 4 (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sherlock Holmes Faces Death (1943); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jetsons: Season 1 (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jeffersons: Season 1 (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Shadows: Vol. 19 (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The French Connection II (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Times: Season 1 (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ren & Stimpy: Season 5 and Some More of 4 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky & Bullwinkle & Friends: Season 3 (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: McMillan and Wife: Season 1 (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Brady Bunch: Season 3 (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Flintstones: Season 1 (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gilligan's Island: Season 3 (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Honeymooners: Classic 39 Episodes (1955); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Harry (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Brady Bunch: Season 2 (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The North Face Expeditions: Shishpangma and Himalaya (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hulk (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Jeffersons: Season 2 (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gilligan's Island: Season 2 (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Day of the Jackal (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Right Stuff (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three's Company: Season 1 (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andromeda Strain (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three's Company: Season 3 (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three's Company: Season 2 (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All Creatures Great and Small: Series 2 (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pacifier (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boys from Brazil (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The I Love Lucy 50th Anniversary Special (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three's Company: Season 4 (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids: The Original Animated Series: Vol. 1 (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vertical Frontier (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scandal (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rocky & Bullwinkle & Friends: Season 1 (1961); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waltons: Season 2 (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Night at the Opera (1935); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Animal Crackers (1930); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Looney Tunes Golden Collection: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 8 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Living Color: Season 3 (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Interpreter (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Led Zeppelin: Inside Led Zeppelin 1968-1972 (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky & Bullwinkle & Friends: Season 2 (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Living Color: Season 4 (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blues Brothers: Extended Cut (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Lot Like Love (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Throw Momma From the Train (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Witches of Eastwick (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What About Bob? (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Be Cool (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planes (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Ultimate Wedding Planner & Organizer; Author: Elizabeth Lluch; Review: this book is really helping us in organizing our wedding, we enjoy it and we already did recommend it to other friends; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Act of Marriage: The Beauty of Sexual Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Tim LaHaye Page; Review: Excellent book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Identifying Wood: Accurate Results With Simple Tools; Author: Visit Amazon's R. Bruce Hoadley Page; Review: love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Real Wood Bible: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Choosing and Using 100 Decorative Woods; Author: Visit Amazon's Nick Gibbs Page; Review: it helped a lot actually, now i have details for any kind of wood; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wood: Identification & Use; Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Porter Page; Review: thanx; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Dear Bully: Seventy Authors Tell Their Stories; Author: Visit Amazon's Megan Kelley Hall Page; Review: I know that bullying is a real problem today but, to me, some of the stories in this book don't seem to be an issue of bullying.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wonder; Author: R J PALACIO; Review: I purchased this book because it was an assigned reading for class. I will use this book in my classroom.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out Of My Mind (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Sharon M. Draper Page; Review: I purchased this book because it was required for class. This may become a book that I will use in my own classroom.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TEACH (with Review Card and Education CourseMate with eBook Printed Access Card) (Whats New in Education); Author: Janice Koch; Review: This book was required for class but it is one that I will use as part of my collection of resources in my classroom.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wonder; Author: Visit Amazon's R. J. Palacio Page; Review: I purchased this book because it was an assigned reading for class. I will use this book in my classroom.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Springfield Armory M1A Accessories CC5010; Brand: Springfield; Review: Good price, good product. An absolute must for any M1A/M14 owner. You can also find one cheaper at a surplus or gun show. Buy new or buy used, but get one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Wave Enviro BpA Free 2 Gallon Refrigerator Bottle with Spigot; Brand: New Wave Enviro Products; Review: I was looking for a BPA free water container and chose this one. I bought 2 of them and have been using them for about 6 months. Have not had any problems whatsoever. I leave one at home and take one to and from work every week and neither are leaking and both spigots are working just as they were when I bought them. I do treat them gently, especially the spigots. Cannot set them in sink for fill up without propping them up with small plastic dish underneath so spigot is not resting on sink bottom. And although I do handle gently within the spigot region, I do not have to grab with two hands after I have filled them. I just grab it by the handle and slap it into the fridge. Happy with product. Sorry to other reviewers who have not had luck with these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Wave Enviro BpA Free 1 Gallon Water Bottle (Dairy); Brand: New Wave Enviro Products; Review: I have had this bottle for over 6 months and have had no problems. I must be the luckiest guy in the world when it comes to the longevity of products. I always read in reviews, people having problems with product defects. I never do. I have 3 different New Wave Eastar Resin bottle products and they all handle normal wear and tear. And to the people complaining of leakage after 1 year, what do you expect? They are not made of steel. I use this bottle for many varieties of concentrated juice. I draw a line on bottle for one can and another for two cans. I fill it up with water and vigourously shake 5-10 seconds. The lid does not leak. The only problem I have with this bottle is keeping it clean. I do not own an automatic dishwasher so cleaning can be tricky. If my bottles become defective I will purchase New Wave again. Happy with product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VooDoo Tactical MOLLE Tactical First Aid Pouch; Brand: VooDoo Tactical; Review: Won't quite go through 3 molle horizontal strips on TAG plate carrier... While 2 is enough to hold it on it still flops around a little... not bad just not perfect. The pouch itself is just large enough for a blow out kit... just barely... the thickness protrudes less than a double magazine pouch... (M1A 7.62 x 51 ammo)... overall a great made product...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Triple Eight 3023 Dual Certified Helmet, Large/X-Large, Blue Rubber; Brand: Triple Eight; Review: I love the Triple Eight Certified Rubber Helmet... fits great and very comfortable... I thought it might be hard on my head but its not... it does sit a little higher than my other Triple Eight Brainsaver Rubber Helmet with Sweatsaver Liner. If comfort is all you're looking for then the Brainsaver Rubber Helmet with Sweatsaver is great... if, on the other hand, you need a certified helmet then go with the Triple Eight Certified Rubber Helmet.. Both great helmets...; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: FuramaXclusive Sukhumvit; City: Bangkok; Review: "first impressions- lovely! we stayed here twice, at the beginning of our trip and at the end. spacious room, good layout, free internet. good breakfast. when we had an early start for a tour they packed a breakfast box for us as we were leaving before breakfast started. on our second stay we waited nearly 1 hour for the room as they were getting it ready (there was a late check out), when we complained the manager did apologise and explained the reason of delay and sent us some fruit & drinks to our room, they also wrote a letter of thanks for staying with them and sent it to my home address (in th UK). location is actually not bad, v close to highway so easy to get to airport. close t o skyrail also. all in all, i would be happy to stay here again."; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: we stayed here for 6 nights in march for a girlie city break. it took a while for us to book a hotel for our stay in hong kong as we had a tight budget. it is a small neat & clean hotel with all the basics if you just want somewhere to stay the night whilst out during the day for a reasonable budget. we had a triple room & there was enough room for all the suitcases, bathroom was clean but just abit small. it included breakfast - not the best, it was basic but enough to keep you going. theres a 7-11 right next door which was very useful. the best thing about this hotel was the location. it was about 5 mins from Jordan MTR & Nathan road (where you can get buses). if you like walking then lots of places can quite easily be walked to (which is what we did most of the time). there was also free internet access which was very handy aswell. all in all, this hotel is fine if you just need somewhere to stay the night, it is clean & staff are quite friendly & helpful. we didn't have any problems whilst staying at the hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amaya Lake; City: Dambulla Central Province; Review: we stayed here for 3 nights whilst doing the cultural triangle tour. its a lovely hotel set in beautiful gardens/surroundings. theres a lovely pool, you can walk up to the lake or even just around the gardens. you can easily relax in this hotel. food was great with lots of variety. only thing that bothered me were the evident creepy crawlies, (we saw a snake in the garden aswell) but this would be expected considering its in the hill country, apart from that, can' really fault the place. they also had a mini cultural dance show put on one evening as it was the festival of Vesak.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barberyn Beach Ayurveda Resort; City: Weligama Matara Southern Province; Review: This place is amazing & so so beautiful! we were only here for 2 days but felt we did so much. its an ayurvedic resort so there is the option of seeing the dr to see if you are suitable for any treatment. the grounds are so peacful & beautiful. everyday there is some programme/activity for guests. when we were there we went to neighbouring Galle for the afternoon & the next day they had a visit to a museum, boating on a lake & a visit to cinammon gardens. it was so lovely & the staff were absolutely amazing. they made sure everything was catered for & looked after your every need. would definitely like to go again for longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barberyn Reef Ayurveda Resort; City: Beruwala Western Province; Review: we stayed here for about 3 nights at the end of our 12day sri lanka trip. it was lovely. the grounds are very peaceful & pretty - an ideal place to come relax & get away from everything. its an ayurvedic hotel so you have the option of seeing the dr who can advise about treatments, this is most beneficial if you staying for at least a week. the massage there is very relaxing. staff are brillian - cannot be faulted.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sugar Palm Grand Hillside; City: Kata Beach Karon Phuket; Review: Myself & 3 friends have just returned from Phuket where we spent 7 nights at the Sugar Palm Grand, Hillside. Generally speaking, its a lovely hotel with pretty much everything you need. Rooms are large & spacious with a balcony & lovely view. The bathroom is also quite large with a lovely bath aswell as a separate walk-in shower. Theres a flatscren TV & a DVD player aswell. You get separate beach towels & water daily. After reading all the reviews on TA, we were abit worried about the hill that you have to climb to get to the hotel however its not really anything to worry about it if you are in good health, its literally only a few mins & provided you don't have knee/joint problems its fine. The breakfast was good & filling with plenty of variety. The staff were always friendly & helpful. There is free internet use in the hotel reception. Its a great location -the beach is only 5mins walk away. There are shops & plenty of places to eat as soon as you come down the hill. It was low season when we went so although there were plenty of people around at all times, the area was pretty quiet, however i can imagine it being more busier at peak times. We would stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Riad Aguerzame; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: I have just returned from a 4 night stay at Riad Aguerzame with my family. I chose it due to the reviews on TripAdvisor & I can only say that the previous reviews were absolutely spot on. It was just so lovely! The rooms & the riad in general had a real authentic yet homely feel. Laurent welcomed us & then did a little presentation about marrakech- what to do/how to get around etc, & then he took us to the square & showed us how to get back to the riad- and we didn't get lost! Laurent also organised a day trip to the Atlas mountains, our guide was a lady called Latifa who was amazing! We had a real authentic experience of the local morrocan people/food/culture -which was brilliant. We also had dinner at the riad one night which was probably the best food we had there. All in all, i would definitely stay here again & recommend to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lakesong Kumarakom; City: Kumarakom Kottayam District Kerala; Review: We stayed 3 nights in this hotel. All I can say is that it's a beautiful hotel, primarily because they have a beautiful landscaped garden where you can just spend all day relaxing. The hotel looks out on to the lake (which looks like the sea) & is very peaceful. It was off-peak season & when we arrived we were upgraded to a deluxe room. The room was great - spacey, clean & everything in the room & bathroom looked really new & neat. The service was of a very high standard, the hotel wasn't full so the staff realy went out of their way to help. Although we had opted for the buffet, as the hotel wasn't full, we could just pick straight off the menu which worked out well for us. Food was amazing! They have a daily sunset cruise which lasts 1 hour & is free for the hotel guests. This place is really perfect if you want to relax & do nothing for a few days, its very peaceful with beautiful surroundings.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel Spa; City: Kovalam Thiruvananthapuram District Kerala; Review: we spent 2 nights here, it was quite a comfortable stay. The rooms are fine (not exactly amazing but nothing to complain about) & they were big enough even though there were 3 of us. The hotel grounds/lobby is really nice & relaxing. The hotel seems to be quite popular for people from the UK, we met quite a few couples from England who are regulars at theis hotel. The food was lovely with lots of variety available at both breakfast & meal times.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Metropole; City: Brussels; Review: Just returned from a weekend away in Brussels. We were a family of 6 & we stayed for 2 nights. It was a very comfortable & nice hotel. The rooms were lovely with nice decor. Breakfast was amazing with lots of choice. The hotel was at a great location, it was easy to get to all the local attractions & the metro was literally a 5mins walk away.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pergola Hotel Spa; City: Mellieha Island of Malta; Review: I booked this hotel for my friend & I about 2 weeks before we arrived in Malta. I had read the reviews on TA & since the earlier reviews were abit mixed I have to admit I was abit worried, however all my worries vanished when we arrived. The hotel is probably more of a 3.5* with good facilities including a gym, spa, indoor & outdoor pools etc. The hospitality by the staff was 5*. I can't say enough about how lovely, polite & helpful the staff were - thank you! Rooms were ok- what you would expect. There were tea/coffee & fridge facilities aswell. The AC was fine (despite previous reviews). We also had a little balcony which was lovely. One morning, the floor was abit wet due to the toilet leaking, we reported it on our way out & when we came back it was all fixed. The hotel has a complex or rather convoluted lift/tunnel system, but once you get your bearings of where your room is in relation to everything else it all makes sense & you get the hang of it. The hotel is on a hill, you go down the steps to get to the main road. There is an entrance at the bottom of the steps, next to the diving shop, for which you need your room key card to gain entry, it takes you to a lift which can take you right up to reception (hence avoiding climbing the steps back up). we wouldn't have been aware of this if it weren't for the previous TA reviews so thank you! The hotel itself is very well located, just a few mins to the bus stop, main road/village, & about a 10mins walk to the beach (down a hill). It is a safe area. Like everyone else we bought a 12 euro 1 week travelcard which allows you to use any bus to get to anywhere on the island - it was very easy to do. We were on a half board basis & the food was very good. There was plenty of choice at breakfast aswell as dinner. The chef & the dining staff were brilliant. We are both vegetarian & the chef would come out everyday to make sure we were ok, & they even made us separate veggie meals if there wasn't anything suitable on the buffet. I would stay here again if came back to Malta & I would recommend it to family/friends aswell.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sands Suites Resort Spa; City: Flic En Flac; Review: After reading many reviews & forum posts on TA, I chose Sands for a 1 week family holiday. We were not disappointed. The hotel is beautiful, as soon as you enter you get the view of the beautiful landscape & sea (exactly like in the photos), you could take pictures all day long! All the staff are great, they make you feel most welcome at all times & take the effort to know you. The rooms were spacious & clean with a good layout. We went half-board, food-wise there is plenty of choice, & variety with a different theme each night. Also, if for example you were vegetarian or had a special diet, the chef would be more than happy to make something suitable for you. The hotel provides water activities, as well as a gym, spa, sauna & hammam, We found that Flic en Flac is a good location to get to other parts quite easily if you want to do day trips etc. The village is about 5km away where there is a Spar supermarket where you can get drinks/snacks etc. Thank you to all the staff including Patrick, Navin, all the chefs, & everyone else for being so hospitable & for making our stay so comfortable. I would definitely visit again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casa Colonial Baracoa Nalvis y Efer; City: Baracoa Guantanamo Province Cuba; Review: We stayed in this casa for 3 nights during a 2 week tour of cuba. There were also 2 others staying here with us from the same tour. The casa is quite spacious with a lovely courtyard in the middle. The rooms are fine as is the bathroom with a good shower & hot water. The breakfasts & dinners were wonderful! My friend & I are vegetarian & there was enough variety each time. The location was great, about a 3 minute walk to the main plaza & about 5 minutes to the malacon. The owners don't speak much english however one can get by. We were lucky as the 2 others who stayed with us spoke spanish which made things a bit easier. I would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: El81 Guesthouse; City: Havana Ciudad de la Habana Province Cuba; Review: We stayed at this casa for 2 nights before we joined our pre-booked tour. We arrived quite late at night & weren't sure what to expect. From the outside, its not immediately obvious where the casa is, luckily the taxi driver helped us find it. The casa is on the 8th floor & there is a lift to go up. As soon as we entered the apartment we knew we were at home! It was so lovely & homely, & Alberto & Melba were so welcoming. Despite it being so late they made the check in process quick & easy. We got the room with the balcony, the room was clean & a good size. there are great views from the balcony. The bathroom was nice & clean also. Breakfast was great, with fresh fruits, fresh juice, bread & we had home-made pancakes! Its a really good location, close to the malacon & within walking distance from the main sights. I would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amarterra Villas Bali Nusa Dua MGallery Collection; City: Nusa Dua Nusa Dua Peninsula Bali; Review: We stayed here for 7 nights as part of our honeymoon to Bali. From the moment we checked in, the staff were so helpful & welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble for them & service was always excellent. The villa was absolutely amazing! So much space & comfort! Daily fruit basket, free minibar, private pool & jacuzzi. The beach was only 5-6 minutes walk away & Bali collection was about 5-10 min walk away. The breakfast was of a very superior quality & you had the option of having it delivered to your villa..once again with fantastic service. This place is luxury. Thank you for a super lovely stay. We look forward to staying at other MGallery hotels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saboia Estoril Hotel; City: Estoril Cascais Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: We stayed here for 2 nights as part of a short trip for a friend's wedding in Cascais/Sintra. It was a really nice area & a good location. Can easily walk to the beach & Cascais itself (about 15mins) where there are some good restaurants. Sintra was about 20-25mins drive away & Lisbon about 45 mins away. We were on the 6th floor, the room looked newly refurbished & we had a balcony with beautiful views of the beach & sea. The staff were very friendly & helpful. Breakfast wasn't included in our booking hence cannot comment on that. The only downside was that the room & the bathroom was a little too small for us however it was adequate for our stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge; City: Serengeti National Park; Review: We stayed 2 nights as part of our safari tour. It was lovely & very comfortable. The hotel is within the national park & itself & not fenced hence animals can get quite close to the hotel it self. We woke up both days with buffalos outside our rooms. Food was very good with lots of variety, there was complimentary tea/coffee available too throughout the day. The packed lunch given to us by the hotel for the next day was also good & more than enough to keep you going.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bluebay Beach Resort and Spa; City: Kiwengwa Zanzibar Island Zanzibar Archipelago; Review: We stayed here for 2 nights at the end of our 10 day trip to Tanzania. It was an absolutely lovely stay. The resort & rooms were beautiful with beautiful views & the rooms themselves were very comfortable. Tea/coffee was available in our rooms. The beach is really nice & stretches for miles. The food was amazing, lots of fresh food made in front of you & lots of variety. There is complimentary tea/coffee & cake available at around 4pm daily. On one of the nights there was a cocktail night where we had the opportunity to meet & chat to some of the staff. The staff were very friendly & helpful & nothing seemed to be too much trouble for them. The stay was very comfortable & we could have stayed here longer if it was possible.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge; City: Lake Manyara National Park Arusha Region; Review: Stayed for 1 night at the start of our safari trip. Nice hotel with nice infinity pool & good view of the lake. Staff very friendly & helpful. Food was a la carte & was ok. Good toiletries in the room. It was a comfortable stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pendley Manor Hotel; City: Tring Hertfordshire England; Review: We stayed here for 1 night with our 6 month old baby. I had been here previously for a wedding which was lovely hence wanted to return. When I booked it, I was informed by the hotel that since we would need a cot in the room for the baby it would need to be the room with the four poster bed as that would be the only room large enough to accommodate the cot. The room was spacious & clean to accommodate the cot but the decor appeared quite tired & old. I think we had one of the old rooms. The worse thing for us was that there was no step free access to the room. The room was on the first floor & there was no lift so my husband had to carry the buggy up & down the stairs while I carried the baby. When we checked in, we were told that there were no other rooms available as there was a wedding party. We felt a little disappointed especially as this was our first break away with the little one. Our package included evening dinner & breakfast both which were fine. The surrounding garden is nice where you can see the roaming peacocks. The staff were helpful.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A Practical Wedding: Creative Ideas for Planning a Beautiful, Affordable, and Meaningful Celebration; Author: Visit Amazon's Meg Keene Page; Review: I adored Meg's advice in this book - every time I thought she couldn't teach me anything more, she surprised me and taught me a little more! You CAN have a beautiful, affordable, and most of all MEANINGFUL day starting your new life with your husband & all your friends and family without killing yourself - or emptying your savings account. I found it most helpful when I read the part about not swallowing everything that comes out of the mouths of the WIC hook, line, and sinker. To illustrate my point (and Meg's): Another blog in the wide world of all-things-wedding posted an article that suggested a hot air balloon ride to the venue to really "wow" guests. One part of me said OMG, that would be really snazzy & different! The quieter, more rational side of me asked if it was practical?? No not by a long shot - unless I discovered a long-lost fabulously wealthy uncle, won the lottery, or both. Since my SO & I are paying for everthing else ourselves, we'll have to opt for something a little less "dazzle and flash" and a little more practical, but still meaningful just the same. It was comforting to have Meg keep re-iterating that my wedding would be no less special if I didn't ride up on a thoroughbred Arabian filly and instead simply walked with my dad. If you're looking for reassurance that your wedding will be beautiful even on a limited budget, this is the book for you. Make the purchase, you won't regret it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Style Me Pretty Weddings: Inspiration and Ideas for an Unforgettable Celebration; Author: Visit Amazon's Abby Larson Page; Review: Love this book for the visuals but sometimes it felt like planning a soiree like this wasn't for the budget conscious. Beautiful ideas and presentation but some of these don't seem feasible for those looking to have a great party without spending a small fortune. It definitely follows the visual identity of its parent blog, Style Me Pretty.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vintage Wedding Style: More than 25 Simple Projects and Endless Inspiration for Designing Your Big Day; Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Demos Page; Review: Nice visuals for vintage wedding styling, but most of these ideas I'd already seen before. That's nothing against the author, I'd just done a lot of Pinterest stalking before I bought it. Good read if you're just starting to plan out the styling of your wedding, though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridal Bargains: Secrets To Planning A Fantastic Wedding on a Realistic Budget; Author: Visit Amazon's Denise Fields Page; Review: I am SO glad I bought this little treasure. I find myself re-visiting it again and again to make sure I'm planning and negotiating to the best of my ability. If you're thinking of buying Bridal Bargains, don't hesitate, just do it!! Unless you, your SO, or your parents are absolutely loaded and don't really care how much you spend, you'll really be doing your wallet a favor. Getting a great deal does NOT always equal sacrificing your sense of style! I consider it a much better use of my & my SO's finances to plan a wedding that LOOKS like we spared no expense while saving a significant chunk of change to put towards a house, honeymoon, or just our future in general. Buy the book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The treasure is the rose; Author: Visit Amazon's Julia Cunningham Page; Review: I remember reading this book as a little girl at my grandma's house. She always read murder mysteries, so it was cool to come across something I could read & enjoy. Once I found it I read it until her copy was dog-eared and I "outgrew" the story (as only a pre-teen girl can do). A year or so ago, I thought about the story again but I couldn't remember the title, just Ariane's name. Thank goodness for Google, because I found it and since I got my own copy I've already re-read it several times. Not a deep or sweeping novel, but a great little book for young readers. Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Mr. Coffee Coffeemaker Cleaner - For All Automatic Drip Units ,pack of 2; Brand: Mr. Coffee; Review: I have used this cleaner in my coffee pot and the cleaner works very well. You have to follow the instructions that are given. This is a very good product and does a very good job. Everyone should us it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CDN TM15 Kitchen Timer, Extra Large Big Digits, Loud Alarm, Magnetic Backing, Stand- White - 02626; Brand: CDN; Review: These timers are great. The timer is as good as it was said to be.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calphalon Simply Calphalon Nonstick Hard-Anodized Aluminum 11-Inch Square Griddle; Brand: Calphalon; Review: I am very happy with this new pan. I replaced a pan that had burn spots on it and the new pan has not gotten any burn spots on it yet. The new pan works very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kamenstein 4539 Perfect Tear Patented Wall Mount Paper Towel Holder with Rounded Finial, 14-Inch, Silver; Brand: Kamenstein; Review: This is a very good product and I have installed it and use it daily.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Microwave Plate Cover, 11-Inch; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: I purchased this for use in my camper. It seems great and has worked well when I have used it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Evolution Small Dish Drainer w/Loft, Chrome; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: I love this dainer. I am wondering if it will rust? Only time will tell.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braun KF400-WH Aromaster 10-Cup Coffeemaker, White; Brand: Braun; Review: This is a very good product and has done a very good job foe me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Libbey Gibraltar 14-Ounce Beverage Glass, Set of 12; Brand: Libbey; Review: I purched these glasses to replace ones that have been broken. My wife and I chose this style since it is so popular. They are nery nice glasses. I am very happy that I got them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Claiming Carter (The Carter Trilogy #1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's W.S. Greer Page; Review: I fell in love with Kelvin Carter Jr. about chapter 4 of Claiming Carter. I started stalking WS Greer to find out when the next book would be out within minutes of finishing. WS Greer has a way of pulling you right into his world, you immediately feel a connection with Kelvin and Lily. They are a couple that face hardships but love each other so much they stick through them in efforts to have their happy ever after. I would definitely recommend this read for anyone who loves a suspense filled erotic love story :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unraveling of Raven (The Unraveled Trilogy Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Theresa Sederholt Page; Review: I loved this book, I loved how Theresa made the characters come to life. The book had me captivated from page one until the end. I love when you get the tingly feeling as the characters fall in love. I know an author has done a great job when you feel all the emotions that the characters feel. After all isn't that why we read romance books. I love the connection that Raven and Jax had from the beginning with the unfortunate or in this case fortunate coffee incident to the Nutella scene I loved every minute. I don't think I will ever be able to look at Nutella the same way again. My hats off to Theresa this was an amazing break through book for her, there are no limits to heights the future holds for such a talented author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Becoming Carter (The Carter Trilogy #2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's W.S. Greer Page; Review: Becoming Carter the second book in the Carter series does not disappoint. The book is a suspenseful journey, and I was along for the ride. From the love of Kelvin and Lily to Kelvin seniors intimidation, WS Greer makes it seem as if you are in Chicago with characters. This book has a little something for everyone .. for those of us who love the hot erotic scenes check.. the mob drama check.. the suspense check.. I am ready now, to start the count down for the next book... I cant wait to see what happens :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Climbing Out (Hawks MC Club Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lila Rose Page; Review: I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book from Lila Rose, mostly because I loved Holding on so much that I bothered her constantly for the next book. Climbing Out is Griz and Deanna's story and what a story it is. Lila is a talented author and makes you feel as if you are in the book with the characters. Unfortunately for Lila I will now start bothering her for the third book. :) If you love MC books you will love the Hawks Motorcycle series!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Incendiary (A Phoenix Rising Rock Band Novel Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kathryn Kelly Page; Review: After reading the first book in this series, I could not wait to read book 2. After everything both Georgie and Sloane went through they still held onto each other. I love the relationship between Georgia and Sloane. My heart went out to Georgia because of her mother's treatment of her. Sloane has grown up a lot since the first novel. I was so excited when I was reading about Cash and what M.C. He was involved with. Adding OutLaw, Meggie, Johnny and Kendell and Baily and Mort. Val. There couldn't have been a better ending to a better story. Hats off to you Kathryn you have done it again left me counting down the days till book 3 comes out. Bravo !!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zack (Areion Fury MC Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Esther E. Schmidt Page; Review: This is the second book that I have read by this author and I am sure it won't be the last Esther is an amazing story teller, makes you feel like you actually know the characters. This is Zack's story one she tells well, Zack and his long time love Belle have met up again after a three year separation. This is their story of how they overcome adversity and try and untangle the past, knowing they belong together. Zack and Belle have history which makes them being a couple a challenge. History that neither have gotten past but for their own reasons. When Zack finds out that she is danger; they must decide to go all in or get out. This M.C is electrifying , I read this book in one sitting On to DEEDS : Broken Deeds MC Deeds: Broken Deeds MCwhere the story picks up with Zack's sister Lynn and a Prez from another MC. There were some intense moments and felt like I was holding my breathe while reading to see what happened next. If you haven't gotten this book yet I suggest you one click Zack and Deeds now!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deeds: Broken Deeds MC - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Esther E. Schmidt Page; Review: This is the first book in this series however it should be read after reading Zack (Areion Fury MC #1) to fully understand it and before the second Areion Fury book. This book was just as fantastic as the Areion Fury book. You get to meet a whole new MC who have different rules and guidelines. The book Deeds is about the president of the Broken Deeds MC Deeds and the president of Areion Fury MC's sister Lynn (aka Hotlips)Deeds and Lynn start texting each other in the first Areion Fury book and meet at the very end of the book. Deeds knew the moment he heard Lynns voice over the phone that she was the one for him.. She knows what bikers get up to and how they act. She swore she would never end up with one, never ride bitch on a bike for no man. But, as we know your heart wants what it wants . Lynn was attacked because of her link to Deeds things change. Deeds is hell bent on Lynn becoming his Ol Lady and he will stick with her until she admits her feelings as well. Lynn fights hard against what she feels for Deeds. Her loyalty will be tested by Deeds fellow brothers. Lynn having grown up in an MC passed every one. When Lynn helps Deeds with a case he has been working on you learn that Broken Deeds is not just any old MC. I read this book in one sitting, amazing work again I am just starting Broke book two of the Broken Deeds MC series I cant wait. One click now you won't regret it.. Again you need to read book one of the Areion Fury MC series first to stay with the story line. I was given this book in return for an honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Love - BOUND; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone' Page; Review: This was the first book I read by RM Simone, but I can tell you it won't be my last. Loved the book and the feisty characters, she made the characters come alive in the book and seem as if you were in the story with them. Fantastic read for my first one of her books, looking forward to reading more,; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Deep Impact (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Truman Show (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quills (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nurse Betty (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Zhivago (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wild Wild West (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blair Witch Project (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I'm Losing You (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Training Day (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Captain Corelli's Mandolin (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Home Alone (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Outlaws (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Last Castle (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spy Game (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Riding in Cars with Boys (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Deer Hunter (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bandits (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heist (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mothman Prophecies (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Texas Rangers (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rat Race (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hart's War (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sophie's Choice (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Valmont (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Four Feathers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fat Liar (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Badge (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's Club (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Igby Goes Down (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hot Chick (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Swimfan (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pianist (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serving Sara (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Narc (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Basic (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gods and Generals (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Focus (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little 2 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Coupling: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Undefeated (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunted (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Dead Zone: Season 1 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Quiet American (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dreamcatcher (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Queer as Folk: Season 2 (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Fullscreen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: West Side Story (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The 20th Anniversary (Rerelease) (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Where the Red Fern Grows (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Duffle Bag Bitches; Author: Visit Amazon's Alicia Howard Page; Review: I must say i love alica she is so wicked with the writting ,i am patiently waithing for part 2 ,i was so mad at how they ended this book ,i must say their were alot of missing words it was like ,i was playing fill in blank ,maybe it was bad copy i brought over all this book is a banger if you read any of her books you will buy ths book asap; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Thug's Wife (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Shan Page; Review: Excellent book keep up great work .....grab my attention from start to finish ....part 2 pls i need it asap lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bottom Bitch; Author: Racquel Williams; Review: Omg love this book ,from start to finish which was 3 hours I could not put it down; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Laundry (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Cherie Briggins Page; Review: I hope there is a part 2 .great read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Broken Girl's Journey (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Niki Jilvontae Page; Review: Omg this book is everything .must read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Longer Waiting...: My Cue has been Granted (Waiting on My Cue); Author: Belinda S Hunter; Review: This book is the bomb .must read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets of A Kept Bitch (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Ambria Davis Page; Review: OK why would you leaving us hanging like that ,I need part 2 like now this book was fireeeee; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torn Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Larissa Page; Review: Bella and santana great story,will be buying next installment; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Love with a Dope Boy; Author: Visit Amazon's Treasure Bee Page; Review: This book here is better than a movie i love skyler and zyir relationship even with the drama and tyler and tori are hot mess lol cant wait for follow up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Boss Chic: A Love Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Shantay Page; Review: Jas & jared are so cute together , this was a great love story but the ending had me screaming wtf, can't wait 4 part 2.....pls don't keep us waiting to long ....great work; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remy and Rose' 2: A Hood Love Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Mz. Lady P Page; Review: You did it again ....i love your books ..you are a beast with story line ...oh and you are from chicago like me so i will continue to support your work.. now pls hurry with remy & rose 3 ..ps mz.lady p i had to add you on fb for updates lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallin' For a Boss 3; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucinda John Page; Review: Must read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallin' for a Boss 4; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucinda John Page; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That East Side Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucinda John Page; Review: banger if you are debating about reading this book...erase that doubt and one click asap...this book is 10stars ..lucinda john is a beast,shevbplays no games....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That East Side Love 2; Author: Visit Amazon's Lucinda John Page; Review: Ok I was patiently waiting for this book and i must say lucinda delievered another banger ..ok so let me say that i was #teamzoe but now i am torned between zoe&bobby ...cray i wish she would just die already...beemer smh zoe should have ben kilked her smh... my poor girl deedee mannnn i would hate to be in them shoes of hers lbs ...i am lowkey hoping the baby is bobby's ....pls don't keep us waiting ...keep up good work ...you are one of my favorite authors...shan presents is killing the book game lol ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Dopegirl Needs Love Too; Author: Visit Amazon's Shan Page; Review: I have been a fan since rozalyn series and this book didn't disappoint at all . Dox is my new book bae, overall great series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Party Essentials 33 Piece Party Serving Kit, Includes Chafing Kits and Serving Utensils; Brand: Party Essentials; Review: great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spiegelau 2-Pack Beer Classics IPA Glass, 19-Ounce; Brand: Spiegelau; Review: great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2517 Dark Cherry Lazy Susan By Crown Mark 22' Diameter; Brand: SmileMore; Review: great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xtreme Mats Under Sink Kitchen Cabinet Mat, 33 5/8 x 21 7/8, Beige; Brand: Xtreme Mats; Review: fits perfectly, made tough.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winsome Wood 20227 Sasha Accent Table, Black; Brand: Winsome Wood; Review: Item is as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nellam Grease Container with Separator, Includes Bonus Sponge and Towel; Brand: Nellam; Review: Item is as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker | Bluetooth | 800W | Anova App Included; Brand: Anova Culinary; Review: Love it. I pretty much Sous Vide on a daily basis. The Anova makes it real easy for beginners such as myself to prepare good food. The app is user-friendly and the device itself is easy to mount and use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LIPAVI Sous Vide Container - Model C20 - 26 Quarts - 21 x 12.8 inch - Strong; Brand: LIPAVI; Review: Great for large meats and a bunch of steaks. Great size and very durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C10L-JOL Lid tailored for Joule circulator with LIPAVI Sous Vide Container C10; Brand: LIPAVI; Review: Perfect cover for the LIPAVI Sous Vide Container Model C20.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: HF Fenix Urban; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: It is very cheap hotel for quality you get. Good location, comfortable room, really nice stuff. Food in this Hotel is good and cheap. Breakfast for 5 euro, and they offer almost everything. Drink and food in the Lobby is also good price for value. I staid in this hotel two times, and I will again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kipriotis Hotel Rhodes; City: Rhodes Town Rhodes Dodecanese South Aegean; Review: Hotel is located at the windy side of the island, only few meters from the beach. On that side of the island is never to hot because of the wind. Beach is nice, but better one (Elie beach) is about 15min walk. Breakfast is very good, everything is clean and staff is excellent! I will stay again here for sure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Karon Whale Resort Phuket; City: Karon Phuket; Review: It a very nice location, actually central place on Karon beach. Room was comfortable, breakfast was nice and staff was great. There's a pool with a bar where you can get some snacks for nice price. I recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rommanee Classic Guesthouse; City: Phuket Town Phuket; Review: It is a hipster place, with great location and friendly staff. They served a lovely coffee in little cafe on ground floor. Room was nice but not so practical for use. For example, there is no place in bathroom to put your stuff. I know it is a stupid thing, but it's been going to my nerves.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citadines Sukhumvit 11 Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: Everything was nice. Staff was friendly, room was beautiful and very comfort. There is a pool on the roof, it is small but cute. They organized taxi for us, and it was reasonable price. Breakfast was nice, but croissants was not fresh.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Delta Faucet 7-Spray Touch Clean Hand Held Shower Head with Hose, Chrome 75700; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: I bought this for my wife and daughter's relationship to improve. My 8 year old girl screams bloody murder when my wife washes her hair but she doesn't do well enough washing it herself (very long, thick, blond hair). So we devised a plan to outsmart the child with a shower wand and I'm happy to say it worked. In terms of construction, it's a plastic shower head and it meets expectations. The hose is a little kinky, but hot water seems to soften it up enough to be flexible. It attaches easily and you will probably only need an adjustable wrench to disconnect your old head. The selector on the head is easy to turn but clicks into place like the video guy mentioned.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AKDY AZ-6021 Bathroom Chrome Shower Head, 8-inch; Brand: AKDY; Review: I wanted a cheap rain shower because after a vacation in Hawaii, my wife wouldn't stop clamoring about how wonderful the hotel's showers were. Their shower head was 2ft by 2ft. This one is about 7" by 7". Luckily, it's just enough for her. She said because the shower is small in our house, anything bigger wouldn't let her step out of the water to wash her hair. Go figure. At least she's happy. I noticed that the water doesn't flow out of it like the picture. It could be the angle of the jets, but the water tends to cling to itself and form a tighter spray pattern than it appears in the picture. Overall, I think this is a really cool looking shower head and it certainly gives the appearance of a higher end rain shower, but it's more of a regular shower. My wife likes it, so we are all happy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Delta Faucet UA902-PK 10-inch Adjustable Shower Arm, Chrome; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: I bought this because it's in the picture with the rain shower head I bought. It isn't nearly as long as the picture seems to simulate. It's only about 9-10" or so, but it did the job. I expected it to be 12-14" by the way the pic looked. Again, it worked for the application, so I'm not complaining, just looks longer in the pics than it really is.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JACKYLED GU24 to E26 E27 Adapter 8-pack Heat Resistant Up to 200 Fire Resistant Converts GU24 Pin Base Fixture to; Brand: JACKYLED; Review: 5 Stars. "Why?" you ask. 1. They fit. 2. They work to adapt from the stupid GU24 to screw-base, normal light bulbs. 3. I was able to convert to LED, flush-mount, retrofit can fixtures from crappy, slow-lighting, CFL bulbs. 4. You can beat the system with these (just be careful). They are supposed to be a work-around for the GU24, high-efficiency-only, fixtures going into new houses. Using these, you can jump to the cool new LED retrofit fixtures and bulbs that aren't yet available in GU24. Incandescent bulbs would probably heat up the fixture so much that you might just die in a house fire at your address. 5. They have not caused my house to burn down yet, but if they do, I will update this review if I do not die.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TORCHSTAR 6inch Dimmable LED Retrofit Recessed Downlight, LUTRON Caseta Dimmer Compatible, ENERGY STAR & UL Listed 18W (120W; Brand: TORCHSTAR; Review: Negative review for three reasons: 1. There's no brand. If these fail and burn down your house, whoever is importing them from China will be tough to find. 2. Not having a brand makes it impossible to match them. For instance, I want matching light color with different brightness for different locations in the house. I'm going to have to try to closely match the bezel style by picture rather than brand or part number. This is frustrating. 3. Amazon or whoever I'm buying them from is shipping them slowly and from multiple locations. I ordered 2 on Prime 2-day shipping on July 27 and received one August 1 and one is scheduled for August 3. I hope they match. I'm happy that it's is going to substantially brighten up the room. I'm also happy that I've been able to remove the builder-grade CFL that take 60 seconds to warm up enough to illuminate the room. I'm also happy that Amazon offers something over 65W equivalent. My local Brick/Mortar retailer (the orange guys) only offer dull fixtures.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: D-FantiX Battery Tester, Universal Battery Checker for AA AAA C D 9V 1.5V Button Cell Batteries (Model: BT-168); Brand: D-FantiX; Review: Decent, cheap battery tester. No issues. it works quickly and is easy to use for the most part.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adesso 3377-15 Floor Lamp Hamilton Floor Lamp, Smart Outlet Compatible, 65.5" x 19" x 18", silver; Brand: Adesso; Review: It was a bit on the expensive side, but I really like the look of this lamp. The shade doesn't ever seem to be straight but that's more the fault of my kitten than the manufacturer. Kittens LOVE the pull chain switch. I paired this with some mid-century retro couches and some authentic 1960s Lane end tables and coffee tables from craigslist and my post-divorce bachelor pad was groovy enough for an Austin Powers bash... well, maybe not that groovy, but it looked pretty cool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UV Flashlight Black light UV Lights , Vansky 51 LED Ultraviolet Blacklight Pet Urine Detector For Dog/Cat Urine,Dry Stains,Bed; Brand: Vansky; Review: Cheap and does the job. Handy for determining if an animal or person has defiled areas in your home. Do not use in the bathroom hehe.. Would also be nice for leak detection and such. It's pretty bright.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Mezco Toyz Breaking Bad Heisenberg Walter 6" Action Figure; Brand: Mezco; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diamond Select Breaking Bad Jesse 6" Action Figure; Brand: DIAMOND SELECT TOYS; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mezco Toyz Breaking Bad Gus Fring Figure, 6"; Brand: Mezco; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mezco Breaking Bad Gus Fring Burned Face Action Figure - Entertainment Earth Exclusive; Brand: Mezco; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mezco Toyz Breaking Bad 6" Walter White Hazmat Figure (Yellow Suit); Brand: Mezco; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mezco Toyz Breaking Bad: Saul Goodman Figure, 6"; Brand: Mezco; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greenlight Collectibles Breaking Bad 2008-13 TV Series - 1986 Fleetwood Bounder RV Vehicle (1:64 Scale); Brand: Greenlight; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Enemy Inside: A Paul Madriani Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Martini Page; Review: Great read. He writes exciting novels without the use of profanity, which is so widely sprinkled in most major novels nowadays!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bat: Harry Hole 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Jo Nesbo Page; Review: Another excellent twisted plot from Nesbo!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wrong Side of Goodbye (A Harry Bosch Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Connelly Page; Review: Really enjoy the Harry Bosch novels; they're all winners.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Murder of Quality: A George Smiley Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's John le Carré Page; Review: His novels are always intriguing and his characters are delightful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Works of John Bunyan: With an Introduction (Classic Reprint); Author: Visit Amazon's John Bunyan Page; Review: Bunyan must have been an amazing Christian. I'd rate him right up there with Martin Luther.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Works of John Bunyan: With an Introduction (Classic Reprint); Author: Visit Amazon's John Bunyan Page; Review: Bunyan must have been an amazing Christian. I'd rate him right up there with Martin Luther.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Eiffel Villa Garibaldi; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: I stayed at this hotel last october because everything else was sold out on that weekend, and had a bad experience. Rooms very tiny, overpriced, and lack of a lot of amenities. I had to leave on the 4th day to a different hotel in the same block.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Riu Bambu; City: Punta Cana La Altagracia Province Dominican Republic; Review: Stayed at Riu Bambu for two nights. Definitely not a good hotel. Rooms are nice and the stocked bar is a plus. Had a really bad experience with the food, and also with the staff being disrespectful to me and my friends. Wrote a letter to management with specific details of the issues we ran into, and a month later all we got was a "Sorry, come back so you can have a better stay" reply. The only plus was the daily activities. If you can find another hotel for the same price or a little bit more, avoid this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Villafranca; City: Rome Lazio; Review: Last november I stayed at Villafranca, and I have to say that this is a gem. The location is perfect (10 minutes walk from Termini or 2 metro stops away) in a very quiet area, where no traffic will bother you, yet very close to most roman attractions. The customer service is great, and the breakfast is better than other properties nearby. I will be staying again in this hotel soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Classic Hotel Leysin; City: Leysin Canton of Vaud; Review: Stayed one night at the Mercure Classic Leysin. Not a bad choice, although not recommended for young travelers, as it is extremely quiet and it can get boring. The location is great, although, as most hotels in Leysin, you have to walk quite a bit in order to reach the train station. Tip: the walk to Leysin Village station might seem to be longer, but the surface is flat. If you choose Leysin-Feydey, you will have to walk uphill. The dinner was good but I found it to be a little bit expensive.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eresin Taxim Premier; City: Istanbul; Review: Spent 3 nights at the Best Western Eresin Taxim. The room was very spacious and nicely decorated. The beds were comfortable, and guests are given the option to choose a different pillow to satisfy their needs. Breakfast was wonderful with a lot of variety and a very nice view. Spa was seamless, with an amazing swimming pool and a great sauna. The location of the hotel is perfect: very quiet area with controlled access and 24/7 surveillance, short walk distance (2 minutes) from taksim square, metro, and funicular, and lots of places to eat and shop around. The only minus was the the staff. Some of them were very nice, specially the two girls working at the front desk in the morning. The night staff was very rude and impolite, even when all I needed was directions. I hope the hotel takes care of this, because it's unacceptable that guests are treated this way, especially when they are on the top level of the Rewards Program. Overall, I enjoyed my stay, and will choose it again if I ever come back to Istanbul.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Weare Bayahibe; City: Bayahibe La Altagracia Province Dominican Republic; Review: We visited Cadaques last april. It has been one of the most relaxing places we have been in the area. Although we went only for a day, we were able to enjoy the great food, the beautiful landscapes, the beach, and the water park. We will be going back to spend a weekend soon. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Barcelona Pza Glories 22; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: Although the location for tourists isn't the best, in terms of quality/price, this hotel is great. The lobby and rooms are very well decorated and give you the Ibis feeling. The area is very quiet, so it's really hard to get your sleep interrupted. The hotel staff is wonderful and will strive to make you feel good at all times. The breakfast is definitely worth the 7 Euros.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Wujiaochang; City: Shanghai; Review: This hotel is very convenient for business travellers to Fudan and Shanghai central area. It is always busy, but the staff is able to keep up with the good customer service and maintain the quality. The rooms are very well kept (My only pet peeve was the lack of a shower door, making it a little bit uncomfortable if sharing the room and someone needs to use the restroom. There are always taxis in the lobby that takes you anywhere for a very low price. I also loved the garden, very well thought!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Compass Cafe Boutique Hotel; City: Shangri La County Yunnan; Review: I am only writing a review of the Cafe, since I did not stay at the Hotel. The compass literally saved my life when I was in Shangri-LA. I refused to eat every chinese restaurant I saw mainly because of previous bad experiences in other cities. Then I found The Compass, and everything change. They had a variety of food items in the menu, all of them delicious, but the best part of it was the Cheesecake: it was divine! This was a hangout spot for many westerns who were in Shangri-La. The ambience made it the perfect place to go and forget about everything else.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Hotel Amsterdam; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Eden hotel is a very classy property in Amsterdam. It gives you a small sense of Luxury. The rooms and common areas are nicely decorated, and the staff is very professional. We had no issues with noise from the buldings nearby, as others have reported. As far as breakfast, we didn't try it, as we found it to be a little bit expensive. The location is great, within walking distance from any place in Central Amsterdam.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Media Harbour Hotel Dusseldorf; City: Dusseldorf North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Stayed at the Radisson Blu Media Harbour Hotel at the beginning of december. I had an amazing stay and will definitely chose it again if I go back to Düsseldorf. The hotel is very business oriented, but also family friendly. I stayed in a Business Class room and it was very spacious and had a lot of amenities, one of them being a Nespresso Machine. The Spa was amazing, as it has a very comfy Sauna, a relaxation area, and a Balcony with a few reclining chairs. The breakfast was really good, although overpriced. The best thing that the hotel has is its staff. From check-in to post-check-out, they always responded with a smile and were willing to help. The only downside is the location. Although it's just a 15-minute walk to the old city, there isn't much around it, and I found it to be a little bit distant using the the public transportation to go to places like the main train station or the airport.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt; City: London England; Review: I had an amazing stay at the Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt hotel. The property is beautiful, in excellent conditions, and the location is perfect. I always had a very warm treatment from the staff, especially from Tanja and Filippa, but the rest of the staff was excellent as well. I loved the food from the restaurant, which, although is a little bit expensive, has a good quality offering. The room was also in excellent conditions, up to Radission Blu standards.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus; City: Bayahibe La Altagracia Province Dominican Republic; Review: Two words describe Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus: Service, Quality, and paradise. We spent a weekend relaxing from our fast-paced restless day to day in Santo Domingo, and it was perfect. Check-in was done fairly quick and our luggage was taken right away to our lovely Jr. Suite in Building 7. The room was near the pool but the noise didn't really bother. A few hours later we received a special gift on behalf of the General Manager, Mr. Pozo. During our stay, we received the best attentions we've had in many years. Most all-inclusive resort in the DR do not provide this quality of attentions and service. Food was excellent. We did not run into any repeated menu items during the 3-day stay. Vegetables and fruit were fresh, and the variety of choices was great. We also had dinner at the Japanese restaurant, which was amazing. My parents had dinner at the steak house and they loved it. The quality of the drinks was not 5-star, but they really strived to make really good cocktails. All areas of the resort are very well maintained. The beach was really nice, contrary to some reports. The cost of the water sport was a bit high, but along the same lines of other resorts in the area. Overall we had a great time. We thank Mr. Pozo and his team for keeping this level of service and making such great efforts to keep the customers happy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Madrid Airport; City: Madrid; Review: We had a great stay at the Hilton Madrid Airport hotel. The shuttle from T4 to the hotel took less than 20 minutes, and we were warmly welcomed upon our arrival. The room was perfect for an overnight, and watching the sunset from the indoor pool was amazing! The front desk staff went above and beyond explaining to us how to get to the shopping center, metro station, and getting back to the city. The food and drink in the executive lounge were great, and so was the breakfast. The ride back to the airport (T4) took less than 10 minutes. Special thanks to Hernan for making sure my coat was returned to me after I left it in the lobby area during the check-in. Tip for future travelers: The shopping center seems to be close by taxi, but the highway was poorly planned and you have to loop at least 3 times, making it a quite expensive ride (12 Euros for us), so be prepared. To get back from Madrid Center to the Hotel, do not take a regular cab, as those are much more expensive. Either take the metro to Canilejas and then catch a cab to the hotel or download the app Cabify and order a taxi to the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Bonn Hotel; City: Bonn North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Booked a night at the Hilton Bonn Hotel, during a weekend visit to Germany to enjoy the Christmas markets. The hotel is located not far from the city center, and most of the attractions are within walking distance or a quick tram ride. Train station is also a few minutes away in the tram. We received received a very warm welcome from Lisa, who made sure our questions were answered and quickly processed the check-in. Overall we had a great stay. The room was very spacious and had an amazing view of the river. The staff was very courteous and always had a smile. Check-out process was also very fast. We did not try any of the facilities (sauna, pool, gym), but they looked in very good shape.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport; City: Hoofddorp Haarlemmermeer North Holland Province; Review: We stayed at the Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for one night and overall we liked our stay. The hotel is new, with a beautiful and functional lobby that gives you the sense of a warm welcome. The room are fresh and spacious, very well decorated. The quality of service received from the staff was amazing. Only downside: near a train station, but quite a long trip to the city center.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dazzler by Wyndham Buenos Aires Polo; City: Buenos Aires Capital Federal District; Review: We stayed at the Dazzler Polo for 3 nights on a short visit to Buenos Aires. We were very happy to make such a good choice! The room was huge, spacious, impeccable, and very well distributed. The breakfast had so many choices that we didn't have to worry about lunch until mid-afternoon. The staff was amazing, and helped us a lot with various requests. The location is good, but a bit far away from the historical area, however, a very inexpensive Uber ride took us to the historical area very quick.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: De Vagebond Bed Breakfast; City: Windhoek Khomas Region; Review: Had a good stay at De Vagebond. Reservation was done by email with a very fast response. Upon arrival, my room was already available so I was able to check-in earlier than expected. The staff is nice and makes sure you get all you need. The breakfast was just ok for my taste. The only downside is the location. While this was a business trip and the office was just down the street, there aren't many options around. There is a pizza place not too far, which is good, and also a chicken place just across the street. The good thing is that you just step outside and easily get a shared taxi that will take you anywhere in WDH for a very low fixed rate.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas; City: Madrid; Review: Stayed one night at the Ibis Madrid Aeropuerto and overall had a great stay. It's a typical Ibis hotel in term of room size and amenities, but what really stands out is the excellent service. From check-in to ordering food, drinks at the bar, and getting to the airport quickly by using the convenient shuttle, everything went perfect and the staff was always there with a bug smile. Special thanks to Clara, Héctor, and Javier.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Level at Melia Caribe Beach; City: Bavaro Punta Cana La Altagracia Province Dominican Re; Review: I spent quite some time reading reviews, but I also knew what to expect since I am originally from the Dominican Republic and have stayed at many hotels in the area, so I can easily compare my experience with others. Overall, We are very satisfied. We had an amazing time at The Level Adults Only, but the next time I would be inclined to go to The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real just next door. A side note, since there are contradicting reviews about this: The Level does not entirely mean that it is an Adults only resort. The Level is the brand of a personalized set of high quality services provided by the Melia Caribe Tropical. There are two areas of The Level: The Level Families and The Level Adults Only. The Level Adults Only is next to the beach but far from the rest of the resort (although it has its own pool, VIP lounge and restaurants), while The Level (where families are allowed) is close to the main lobby, restaurant, and attractions. Check-in As MeliaRewards members, we did online check-in, so our wait was not too long. Our paperwork was ready and they just needed to find someone to take us to our room. Since it was peak arrivals time, we decided to go to the restaurant to have lunch and then come back to the lobby. We were accompanied by a nice staff member, Edgar, who explained to us how everything worked, showed us our room, and answered any questions we had. Room We had a suite with a whirlpool. Our room was nicely decorated because the hotel knew we were celebrating our 2nd wedding anniversary. A bottle of champagne was also included, as well as a bottle of red wine, a bottle of Dominican rum, and fruits. We had no issues with the room, and it was in fact better than most of the rooms we have stayed in the Dominican Republic. The bali bed in the patio was a plus, perfect to relax after a day in the beach. Food Overall the food was great. We tried Cuatro including the steak and lobster service (free for The Level guests), Gabi, Agora, Guarapo, and the marketplace. The marketplace lacked variety, but the food was good. Gabi was our favorite due to the food selection (buffet + a la carte) as well as the amazing service. There was also a 24/7 room service menu that we never used, but had a variety of appetizers and main courses. Infrastructure The property is huge. It requires golf carts to move from the Adults Only section to the main areas of the hotel. Our issue was that the golf cart drivers were not nice (they assumed we were not going to tip them as we were locals, their loss) and it seemed that we bothered them every time we needed to go somewhere. They would stop any time to pick foreign guests, including those with a regular bracelet, while they always ignored us even though we were entitled to use them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott Orlando Near Universal Orlando Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: We stayed at the Fairfield Inn near Universal Studios during our theme park vacation in Orlando. Overall it was a good stay. The location is perfect, as Universal parks are just around the corner and Disney World 20 minutes away. Staff was nice for the most part, with the exception of one front desk guy in the mornings who seemed to be bothered by every single question. The front desk staff in the evenings, (I believe his name was Chris) was outstanding. The hotel is a bit dated, however, it was very clean. The breakfast was the same every day and it wasn’t very good, so we ended up getting breakfast somewhere else. There is an on-site Universal ticket office, where you can buy at Internet price, much cheaper than the gate prices. Apart from the breakfast, we are convinced that we made a good hotel choice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Praha Mala Strana; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: Stayed at the Ibis Mala Strana during a short visit to Prague. The hotel was very well located in the Mala Strana district, not far from most of the attractions (Uber rides were extremely cheap here) and also close to an airport bus stop. Rooms are standard Ibis size, which we are very familiar with. Staff was outstanding, both giving directions and helping us with everything we needed. There are many food options I the surrounding area, including the nearby mall. Definitely a great place to stay for those looking for a midrange hotel in a good location.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: H10 Tribeca; City: Madrid; Review: Stayed at the H10 tribeca for 3 nights and I couldn’t be happier to make such a great choice. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed by the staff, who quickly checked me in and took their time to explain to me how to navigate the surroundings and provide tips, all of this while serving a refreshing glass of Cava, very welcomed after a 12-hour flight. The room was very clean and spacious, and the hotel decor was just beautiful. Breakfast was a 10/10, part of this because of the very attentive staff. The hotel is very close to the Metro, which takes you downtown in a matter of minutes. I did not go downtown on this trip to Madrid as I was conducting business near the hotel, and I found the area to be much nicer as not too many tourists were wondering around and the local eateries were catering to the locals and not to tourists. I will definitely come back to this property even if conducting business downtown.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Crocs Women's Kadee Leopard Flat; Brand: ; Review: Pretty hideous. Had to send them back.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Easy Spirit Women's Getcity Flat; Brand: ; Review: I hated the gold.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Womens Seamless Bikini 3 Pack Assorted Colors; Brand: ; Review: But I hate too small underwear. I got two sizes bigger than recommended, and I think they're perfect. They're also pretty quick drying for hiking trips and the like.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maidenform Women's Comfort Devotion Tailored T-Back; Brand: ; Review: I wanted to like this, but it was at least a cup size small compared to a Bali.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Genuine Freshwater Cultured White 6-7mm Drop Pearl 10K Gold Fleur De Lis Dangling Leverback Earrings; Brand: Kezef; Review: These are small. But they are quite pretty.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FRYE Women's Melissa Button Boot; Brand: ; Review: I love these boots. I already had them in another color, so I knew what I was getting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clarks Women's Gelata Italia Black Combi Leather Ankle Boots; Brand: ; Review: I bought these boots in black some time ago, but the black has suede on the back of the boot. Something in the way I walk results in worn spots in the suede. So as soon as I saw a tan model without the suede, I bought that color as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Altra Men's Torin 1.5 Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I don't know how the shoes are for running as I had to return them because they were too small.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Christiania Mountain Spa; City: Zermatt Canton of Valais Swiss Alps; Review: We really enjoyed the stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very confortable and offered a sound price quality ratio for Zermatt's standards, the spa was well equipped, confortable, extremely clean and a great large pool. Sky room was well taken care of. And location was pretty good both if you want to go skying or to the village. We will come back next time we ski in Zermatt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel La Casa del Tio Americano; City: Albarracin Province of Teruel Aragon; Review: Very friendly and helpful staff, ideal location, confortable rooms with great views. Would strongly recomend. There is a parking nearby and good restaurants and bars in the environment. You also have very nice walks / trekking from the village.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton London Kensington; City: London England; Review: for 300€ a night, the hotel was old, the room was old and crappy. Toilet was so used it look dirty. Light in the room was really dim. Really not welcoming, not comfortable and would not come back. One expects a well known hotel company to ensure mínimum quality of instalations but this is not the case.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Riad Marrat; City: Zagora Souss Massa Draa Region; Review: We had a nice stay and a pleasant surprise when we entered the hotel. Access and surroundings are not great but once inside it is really nice. Rooms are decorated with taste, there is a nice swimming pool and breakfast and dinner are served in the garden, which is nice. All for a very reasonable Price. Would come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ksar Ljanoub; City: Ait Ben Haddou Souss Massa Draa Region; Review: We spent a couple nights. The hotel staff were friendly. It's a relatively new building. The village is a nice place to visit. Prices were ok, 35€ per person and night. air conditioning / heater wa silent and good quality. On the other side, the building isolation is poor. It was windy and all the building's wilndows were hissing with the wind. Wifi was bad. As allways the Visa terminal "did not work". It was an interesting experience, but if coming back to the village I think we would opt for another place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Marware C.E.O. Hybrid for Kindle Fire, Black (will not fit HD or HDX models); Brand: Marware; Review: The leather kindle cover met my expectations. The leather is smooth and ready to keep clean and it does not add to much bulk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marware C.E.O. Hybrid for Kindle Fire, Black (will not fit HD or HDX models); Brand: Marware; Review: The leather kindle cover met my expectations. The leather is smooth and ready to keep clean and it does not add to much bulk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ALLIMITY Bluetooth Headphones Wireless in Ear Earbuds Noise Cancelling Sweatproof Sports Headset with Mic for iPhone iPad Samsung Sony LG; Brand: ALLIMITY; Review: These worked great for 2 months then one ear piece STOPPED working. Save your money, there''s no deal with this earphones.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 52MM 2.2x Telephoto Conversion Lens for For Nikon D3000, D3100, D3200, D3300, D5000, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D7000, D7100,; Brand: HDStars; Review: I like the fact this product doesn't feel cheap and fit's perfectly well with my NikonD3300. I would definitely recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nikon COOLPIX L340 Digital Camera with 28x Zoom & Full HD Video (Black) International Version + 4 AA Batteries; Brand: Nikon; Review: It was Christmas gift and the recipient LOVES it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nikon HB-34 Lens Hood for 55-200mm DX Nikkor Lens; Brand: Nikon; Review: I have a D3300 and the tip of the hood shows in the pic frame.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NETGEAR N300 WiFi Range Extender (EX2700); Brand: NETGEAR; Review: If anyone wants it, they can get mine. Why is the setup so darn hard????? Sheesh!!! I can't say if it works or not, becasue you literally need an IT degree to set it up. Wasted my money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: i-Blason Aero 10400 mAh Dual Port Ultra Compact External Battery Portable USB Charger Power Bank - Intelli-ChargeTM Wide; Brand: i-Blason; Review: It's great item. Only heavy to carry on; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Galaxy S6 Charger, Elka 3.1A 2-Ports USB Car Charger with 3 Feet Micro USB Charging Cable - White; Brand: Elka; Review: Thanks, just what I needed it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: S6 Case, Tauri [Stand Feature] Premium Wallet Leather Case with Stand, ID; Brand: Tauri; Review: Love this case! Especially useful for traveling, Hold the smartphone and room for 3 credit cards & some cash.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sentey LS-6601 Audiophile Grade 3.5mm White Audio Cable, Aux Stereo PVC Cable, 3ft, Male to Male, Good for Headphones,; Brand: Sentey; Review: Great item!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jackery [The Smallest] Mini Premium 3350mAh Portable Charger - External Battery Pack, Power Bank, Portable iPhone Charger for iPhone; Brand: Jackery; Review: Takes long time to charge this device.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: iPhone 6S; Brand: technext020; Review: Love it, Thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Barbie in A Mermaid Tale 2 Merliah Transforming Doll; Brand: Barbie; Review: Bought as a replacement for our first doll. 7yr old played HARD with the first doll and the one leg finally broke. Had the first one for at least 2 yrs. Used gorilla tape from Home Depot to fix old barbie's leg. Looks like a leg brace ;) .She'll be used at the pool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown Board Game; Brand: Peanuts; Review: Fun game and easy to play for kids. Fun family time. Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tinkertoy Vehicles Building Set; Brand: Tinkertoy; Review: Another fun set. Love the vehicle parts. Daughter makes vehicles for her teddy and other dolls.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony Equestria Girls Applejack Doll with Guitar; Brand: My Little Pony; Review: Cute doll. Can stand on her own. Daughter loves the dolls!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony Equestria Girls Rarity Doll and Pony Set; Brand: My Little Pony; Review: Daughter loves the dolls. Cute pony and accessories. Can actually stand by itself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony Equestria Girls Fluttershy Doll and Pony Set; Brand: My Little Pony; Review: Daughter loves these dolls. Can actually stand up on their own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: 'I Lost 125 Pounds By Making One Tiny Change Every Week'; Abstract: "I stopped weighing myself near the end of my last pregnancy because I just didn't want to know anymore," says Keely Dellit.; Category: health
Title: Kelly Clarkson Talks About Her Weight Loss And Why It's All About Her Health; Abstract: The Voice coach and talk show host says she still eats real food, just with a different focus.; Category: health
Title: Meteorologist calls out body-shamer: 'I will not be strapping myself into a girdle'; Abstract: Tracy Hinson won't be giving up bread or pasta any time soon.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Beyonce Rocks Red Gown, Pulls a Fish Face in Adorable Photo With Jay-Z; Abstract: Beyonce is a vision in red for her latest Instagram photo series.; Category: music
Title: Influencer Shares Body Transformation Photos to Prove the 'Journey Isn't Linear'; Abstract: Like most women, Jo Encarnacion has seen her body change shape and size over the years. But the lifestyle blogger and life coach isn't going to be hard on herself.; Category: health
Title: Whitney Way Thore Responds After Trolls Shamed Her for Attempting a Power Snatch; Abstract: "My Big Fat Fabulous Life" star Whitney Way Thore attempted an Olympic weightlifting move known as a power snatch. The trolls came out, but Whitney let her progress speak for itself.; Category: health
Title: Influencer Shares Body Transformation Photos to Prove the 'Journey Isn't Linear'; Abstract: Like most women, Jo Encarnacion has seen her body change shape and size over the years. But the lifestyle blogger and life coach isn't going to be hard on herself.; Category: health
Title: Look of the Day; Abstract: Jennifer Lopez wore a white mini dress by David Koma with silver platform Jimmy Choo heels on the red carpet at the iHeart Radio Fiesta Latina show.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Teddi Mellencamp Gets Candid About Body Image In Before-And-After Weight Loss Photos; Abstract: In her latest Instagram post, she shared side-by-side photos of herself at two different Thanksgiving celebrations.; Category: health | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: BlenderBottle C00301 GO STAK Blender Bottle, 4-Piece Starter Pak, Black; Brand: Blender Bottle; Review: Awesome concept; hard to twist off at times which is why I only gave it 4 stars. Made packing snacks a whole lot easier. Using less plastic snack bags.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prep Solutions by Progressive Rice Cooker, 4 Piece Set - 6 Cup Capacity; Brand: Progressive; Review: Works perfect as advertised. Rice comes out perfect everytime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healthy Human Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Water Bottle | Keeps Cold 24 Hours, Hot 12 Hours; Brand: Healthy Human; Review: When it said that it keeps it cold for 24 hours, it did! I added ice to the half point of my bottle and forgot it at work. I went there two days later and the ice was still in there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keurig 2-pack 2.0 My K-Cup 119367 2; Brand: Keurig; Review: Works great in my Keurig.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healthy Human Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Water Bottle | Keeps Cold 24 Hours, Hot 12 Hours; Brand: Healthy Human; Review: When it said that it keeps it cold for 24 hours, it did! I added ice to the half point of my bottle and forgot it at work. I went there two days later and the ice was still in there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vaulia Lightweight Duvet Cover Set, Vintage Flower Pattern Design - Queen Size; Brand: Vaulia; Review: Love the colors but a few dirty marks on my sheet which did not come off with the initial wash and also the zipper was stuck to the sheet which wI as hesitant to unzip due to ripping but it didn't so only 3 stars; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Visconti Heritage -35 Soft Leather Large Ladies Purse Wallet; Brand: Visconti; Review: Very high quality and I love the feel of it. It has plenty of spots for my cards, change and bills. It looks like it will wear well. When I like a wallet I end up using it for years, so I hope this one will last.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sakkas Solid Embroidered Crochet Lace Trim Gypsy Bohemian Mid Length Cotton Skirt; Brand: ; Review: I am a size 8 to 10 and it fits great. I love wearing skirts in the summer and fall because they are cool, comfortable and look nice. This color goes with just about any shirt I own. I do hand wash it and the color does fade, but overall it is very pretty and I hope it will hold up for a long time. It is better quality than the other skirt I bought from another company.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LEE Women's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean; Brand: ; Review: These are the best fitting jeans for my body. I have strong legs and a waist, so I need the extra room in the thighs and I don't have to were a belt to keep them from falling down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEE Women's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean; Brand: ; Review: These are the best fitting jeans for my body. I have strong legs and a waist, so I need the extra room in the thighs and I don't have to were a belt to keep them from falling down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEE Women's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean; Brand: ; Review: These are the best fitting jeans for my body. I have strong legs and a waist, so I need the extra room in the thighs and I don't have to were a belt to keep them from falling down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riders by Lee Indigo Women's Classic-Fit Straight-Leg Jean; Brand: ; Review: It is nice to get jeans that have a consistent fit. It is hard to find jeans that don't gap at the waist for my figure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Bissell Big Green Professional Carpet Cleaner Machine, 86T3; Brand: Bissell; Review: Was a gift. She loves it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Z-Line Designs 2-Drawer Vertical File Cabinet, Black; Brand: Z-Line Designs; Review: Nice product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aroma Bakeware Silicone Waffle Tongs, Blue; Brand: Aroma Bakeware; Review: works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mk Collection 2 Panel Curtains Teens/girls Zebra Leopard Purple Pink White Black; Brand: MK Home; Review: The young lady that got this loves it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aroma Bakeware Silicone Waffle Tongs, Orange; Brand: Aroma Bakeware; Review: works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DHP Sturdy Modern Metal Daybed Roll Out Trundle Combo, Crisscross Design, Twin Size; Brand: DHP; Review: The young lady that got this loves it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twin Safari Zebra Black/pink Coral Fleece Mega Throw; Brand: WPM; Review: The young lady that got this loves it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: DCP-3 1/32"-1/2" Drill Chuck with 33 Jacobs Taper Mount; Brand: Drill Chucks; Review: its great, very solid and nice finish. I am a great fan fo the keyed chucks versus the hand tightened type. This one gets a good grip and hangs on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2 Morse Taper to 33 Jacobs Taper Drill Chuck Arbor; Brand: Drill Chuck Arbors; Review: It has a good finish and fits great. very solid. If this is what you need get it. taper was a bit long for my little machine, but it worked great anyway; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Homeright C800591 Pro Plus Heat Gun; Brand: HomeRight; Review: Gets hot like it is supposed to, then blows hot air.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wood Dye - Aniline Dye 5 Color Kit - Wood Stain Kit; Brand: Keda Dyes; Review: Absolutely awesome starting w/the first combination of dyes, I am now on my 3rd project> I do wood wall hangings. It is such a delight to get the exact color in reality as I envisioned in my mind. Thank you for such a fine product, I recommend it highly. Mrs. Ziegenbein.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3M 7513PA1-A-PS Professional Half Mask Organic Vapor, P95 Respirator, Large; Brand: 3M; Review: Works good and keeps the air clean. Does pinch my nose a bit so I have to breath thru my mouth; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sulpher Grove Tool URETHANE BAND SAW TIRES 7/8" WIDE BY 12" DIAMETER; Brand: Sulphur Grove Tool; Review: They worked great and were easier to put on than I thought it would be. Just take the wheels off and have a shiny shaft screw driver with about a 1/4 inch shaft at your hand. several ideas on utube on how to do this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Renthal P228 Red Crossbar Pad for Fatbar Handlebars; Brand: Renthal; Review: Works well. Good quality. It may be too wide for some needs. I'm using it on snowmobile bars and had to remove the mountain strap to allow for the pad's width.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Plews (11-955 8-Piece Standard Grease Fitting Assortment; Brand: Plews; Review: Good quality for the price; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Liquid Wrench L116 Penetrating Oil - 16 oz.; Brand: Liquid Wrench; Review: If you snip more that just the very tip of the end off this product creates on heck of a mess - the lube blasts out of the container. That said, it is a good lubricant. Just be careful to snip just the very end of the tip off.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Curt Manufacturing 25012 Towing Wiring; Brand: Curt Manufacturing; Review: These work well and give a a good sense of mind. You do need to find a way to fix the chain to trailer. I used a tap and dye set and screwed it in.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reese Towpower 7005300 Brass Coupler Lock; Brand: Reese Towpower; Review: Good quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reese Towpower 7021300 Cotter Clip - 3 Pack; Brand: Reese Towpower; Review: Works well. I really like the rubber ring; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gunk EBGEL-12PK 'Engine Brite' Engine Degreaser Gel - 15 oz, (Case of 12); Brand: Gunk; Review: Works really well. A little messy when sprayed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torin Big Red Tool Organizer: Magnetic Caddy Hex Bit Rack; Brand: Torin; Review: Good solid block of plastic with a strong magnetic base. Its great for keeping bit drivers organized.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Factory Effex Honda 'CBR' T-Shirt (Black, XX-Large) - 16-88306; Brand: Factory Effex; Review: The graphics look great and they have lasted through numerous wash cycles. This shirt is made from unusually thick and sturdy cloth. It seems like it's getting harder and harder to find shirts that aren't made from paper-thin cheap material so it was a pleasant surprise to receive a product that should last.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motocross Dirt Bike Decal Kit Logo Sticker Decor No Fear #Dd12-3; Brand: Racing Decal; Review: I'm disappointed. The stickers appear to have produced on a single sheet and then the plastic was cut around each logo image, Unfortunately the cuts are sloppy and have uncut areas. This causes the stickers to tear off portions of the logos as they are partially attached to the main sheet. I had to use a razor knife the cut around the logos after I ruined the first two but kind of messed up the cut job so several other logos were ruined. When you do get the stickers unattached from the sheet and stick them the clear material bordering the logo shows so the sticker looks sloppy. Logos are also small. I would recommend finding a higher quality product.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maxima 74920 Chain Wax - 13.5 oz. Aerosol; Brand: Maxima; Review: works well - we use it on both road bikes and dual sports; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GO CRUISE 2 Universal Throttle Control System – Black; Brand: Go Cruise; Review: This seems like a well built and simple to use product. Installation could not be easier. I recently replace my stock Yamaha (FJ 09) throttle lever with a adjustable stubby AVS lever. The shorter lever does not provide enough space for both the Go Cruise arm and my two fingers so I had to remove the Go Cruise. This is not a criticism of the product but you should be aware that third-party short levers may be problematic. There are not a lot of long flat areas where I ride so I was not really sold the Go Cruise anyway. It holds your throttle in a fixed position. This is great if you are on flat roads - you will generally maintain a constant speed.. If you encounter hills your speed will decrease on uphill grades and then you will find your speed increasing when you go downhill. The effect is more pronounced if the grade is severe so I rarely used the product.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KiWAV Motorcycle kickstand pad support for soft ground outdoor parking, Black (pack of 1); Brand: KiWAV; Review: Works well and easy to pack; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iJDMTOY (2 JDM Euro Cool Built Not Bought Drift Racing Turbo Racer Style Car Window Bumper Vinyl Decal Stickers; Brand: iJDMTOY; Review: Good stickers - no bubbling; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OASIS RACKS Honda CRF250L / CRF250M (2012-2018) PRODUCT; Brand: OASIS RACKS; Review: Well made and installation does not require any modifications. The CRF250 gas tank is pretty small but I can now carry an extra fuel container and really stretch my travel range. The rack looks good too - seems almost stock.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grab On Grips Grip Cover - Fits From 1.25in. to 1.45in. OD - 5in.L, Color: Black MC402; Brand: Grab On; Review: Last year I installed a pair of these on my sport bike, an Aprilia RSV, and had poor results. After a short period my hands ached and my wrists hurt. I recently added these to my Yamaha FJ09 (a light weight sport touring bike) and they are great. The stock grips made my forearms and hands, now the grips are really comfortable for long distance riding. They aren't very expensive so you should give them a try. It's been my first hand experience that there's no universal way to rate this product, you have to try them out to see if they are a going to work.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: S100 12001B Total Cycle Cleaner Bottle - 33.8 oz.; Brand: S100; Review: I've been using S100 from the spray can for the last two months. I like the foam because it's really easy to see if you've covered every spot on the bike. This version comes in a large plastic bottle and "sprays" rather than shooting out a foam. Both work great. I kind of prefer the foam spray can application because to has a shape that's easier to fit in my bags.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pig Spit PSO Black Original - 9 oz.; Brand: Pig Spit; Review: I'm very pleased with how well this product works. In the past I've used Black Again but the Pig Spit works better and it's much easier to apply. Not many products work well with flat black surfaces but this one does the trick.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HELMETLOK Gen II 4-Digit Combination Lock 132177; Brand: Helmetlok; Review: This lock seems to be made from very sturdy material and the fit and finish are impressive. The combo setting instructions are not very clear.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cdycam 1 Pair 12V LED Turn Signal Indicators 12 LED Light Blinker for Motorcycle Motorbike Blue and Amber; Brand: Cdycam; Review: These lights are OK. After inspection it's obvious that they are made offshore, probably in China. They work pretty well but I don't think they will last very long. You get what you pay for...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CrampBuster Motorcycle Cruise Assist - Standard/Black; Brand: Crampbuster; Review: This version of the Crampbuster is more narrow than my first one. For me that's a bonus. This is nothing fancy but it works well so mission accomplished.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Qty (2) Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 To 2006 Liftgate, Tailgate, Hatch Lift Supports, Struts, Shocks, Strong Arm 6104; Brand: Strong Arm; Review: Installed the pair in less than 10 minutes. I had another person to hold up the door. If you do it solo it may take longer. The tailgate now works like new.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Genuine GM 15276248 Window Wiper Arm, Rear; Brand: Genuine GM; Review: Easy to install and I like them a bit better than the OEMs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panef Corp. L-300 Powdered Graphite Lubricant - Net Wt .21 oz; Brand: Panef; Review: Silicon powder is a great lubricant for many purposes. I'm using this product to free up the movement of titanium frame lock knives. One suggestion: cut only a very small opening at the end of the tube. The powder can be really messy and "less is more" if you can regulate the amount as you apply it. I also used this stuff on my touring motorcycle hard bag locks and it made a world of difference.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PC Products 23334 PC-Woody Two-Part Wood Repair Epoxy Paste, 1.5 oz in Two Jars, Tan; Brand: PC Products; Review: Works pretty well. Easy to mix and apply. It has a pretty firm consistency and I found that it was a little difficult to force it into small cracks and spaces.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Original Bike Spirits Spray Cleaner and Polish 14 Ounce Aerosol AJ2719; Brand: ORIGINAL BIKE SPIRITS; Review: This stuff is a very effective cleaner. I started using it to clean my sportbikes rims. But then found that it does a great job on plastics and metals too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Newly-discovered asteroid could strike Earth within decades; Abstract: As technology advances, scientists have become more and more skilled at spotting potentially threatening objects in space.; Category: news
Title: Fisherman In Middle Of Lake Makes An Adorably Unexpected Catch; Abstract: Brett Hereford was out fishing on a lake in Montana with his family earlier this month when he made the catch of a lifetime.; Category: news
Title: Target raised wages. But some workers say their hours were cut, leaving them struggling; Abstract: Two years ago, Target said it would raise its minimum wage to $15 an hour by the end of 2020. But some store workers say the wage increases are not helping because their hours are falling.; Category: finance
Title: Google digs into deeper meanings of searches; Abstract: MOUNTAIN VIEW, California (AP) Google is paying more attention to the small words in your searches. Want to figure out how to park on a hill with no curb? Google now takes that "no" into account, and shows top results that include parking instructions without curbs. The company is rolling out the change to English language searches in the U.S. starting this week.; Category: news
Title: 7 charged after police respond to stabbing; Abstract: Seven people are facing charges after police say they responded to a fight involving a knife and baseball bat in Manchester.; Category: news
Title: Homeless Become More Visible in Austin, Sparking Political Clash; Abstract: State officials including Republican Gov. Greg Abbott have targeted Austin's left-leaning policies toward homelessness as encampments have grown more prevalent in Texas' capital city.; Category: news
Title: Philadelphia shooting: 10-year-old boy shot in head while walking home from school; Abstract: A 10-year-old boy walking home from school in Philadelphia was critically injured Wednesday when he was shot in the back of the head by a stray bullet, according to police.; Category: news
Title: Family of woman missing since 2006 refocuses search after new tip; Abstract: Orange County police searched Fischer Lake in West Orange County, but did not find anything.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: North Carolina assisted living facility workers accused of running dementia resident fight club; Abstract: Three employees at a North Carolina assisted living facility have been arrested after police say they ran a fight club with elderly residents with dementia to fight each other.; Category: news
Title: Somber mood as Germany marks 30 years of Berlin Wall fall; Abstract: Germany marks three decades since the fall of the Berlin Wall this week, but a hint of a return of the Cold War and the rise of nationalism is dampening the mood. Leaders of former Cold War powers will be absent from anniversary festivities, as Donald Trump's America First, Britain's Brexit and Russia's resurgence put a strain on ties. Gone, too, is the euphoric optimism for liberal democracy and freedom that characterised the momentous event on...; Category: news
Title: Election Day 2019: Most Important Races and What to Watch For; Abstract: In elections that will determine policy, the political makeup of state legislatures and who lives in governors' mansions, voters will head to the polls Tuesday in states across the country.; Category: news
Title: Donald Trump continues campaign rally tour with Louisiana GOP candidate Eddie Rispone; Abstract: Trump's Wednesday night rally is his third in a solidly Republican Southern state in less than a week.; Category: news
Title: Meghan McCain confronts Trump Jr.: 'You and your family have hurt a lot of people'; Abstract: Donald Trump Jr., the president's son, defended his family after "View" co-host Meghan McCain suggested they were responsible for the lack of "character" in American politics.; Category: news
Title: Regis Philbin Lists Longtime Connecticut Estate at a Loss for $4.6 Million See Inside!; Abstract: Regis Philbin Lists $4.5 Million Connecticut Home See the Property; Category: tv
Title: The unsolved mystery of frozen Ukraine aid; Abstract: House Democrats are building a case that President Donald Trump attempted to extort a foreign leader, withholding desperately needed military assistance to Ukraine unless the country's president announced investigations into Trump's political rivals.; Category: news
Title: Trump admin preparing to take over private land for border wall; Abstract: The Trump administration is preparing court filings to begin taking over private land to build its long-promised border wall as early as this week without confirming how much it will pay landowners first.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Clarks Women's Kessa Betty; Brand: ; Review: I have problems with my feet. A lot of shoes hurt my feet after wearing them for a day. These didn't hurt at all and I find myself choosing to wear these over my other shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trotters Women's Kat Sandal; Brand: Trotters; Review: They fit well and are very comfortable. I have problems with my feet so a lot of sandals look cute but are very uncomfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Array Womens Flatter Leather Round Toe Classic Pumps; Brand: ARRAY; Review: They run VERY small. I ordered a size up and could hardly get these on.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Array Womens Flatter Leather Round Toe Classic Pumps; Brand: ARRAY; Review: They run VERY small. I ordered a size up and could hardly get these on.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clarks Women's Recent Dutchess Ballet Flat; Brand: ; Review: I really liked the quality and the fit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Batman: Arkham Knight Genesis; Author: Peter J. Tomasi; Review: A good read, not sure if its cannon or not since the identity of the Arkham Knight (won't reveal it here) is someone who in other works is either dead or not a vigilante (maybe you can guess? ;D) But its a good read for anyone who wants to kill two hours and not spend time trying to track down the 6 individual single issues that come before any trade paperback.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Homefront: The Voice of Freedom; Author: John Milius; Review: I'm pretty sure this book is a prequel to the original Homefront game. And damn it read well. I found myself engrossed in how the Koreans set up America to fall and the state of the country beforehand too. You also may note a few characters from the game in the book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Creating Wooden Boxes on the Scroll Saw: Patterns and Instructions for Jewelry, Music, and Other Keepsake Boxes; Author: Editors of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts; Review: Came quickly, and has some amazing patterns to try out. It even gives you a scale for when you wanna scan and print the blueprints out yourself to work by; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BioShock: Rapture; Author: Visit Amazon's John Shirley Page; Review: This book is placed before the game series, where Andrew Ryan has not yet built Rapture. Its read from different view points from different characters, but not hard to read unlike a certain famous literary writer who has six characters at once speaking and no way to tell whose who (Seriously Pride & Prejudice, get yourself together). English Jokes aside, its a great read. You can honestly imagine yourself in the book thanks to the generous amount of details. And seeing more back story to Andrew Ryan makes you feel like you can understand better his intentions for creating Rapture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bioshock: Rapture; Author: Visit Amazon's John Shirley Page; Review: This book is placed before the game series, where Andrew Ryan has not yet built Rapture. Its read from different view points from different characters, but not hard to read unlike a certain famous literary writer who has six characters at once speaking and no way to tell whose who (Seriously Pride & Prejudice, get yourself together). English Jokes aside, its a great read. You can honestly imagine yourself in the book thanks to the generous amount of details. And seeing more back story to Andrew Ryan makes you feel like you can understand better his intentions for creating Rapture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return Of Santa Paws; Author: Visit Amazon's Nicholas Edwards Page; Review: A great children's book, having intense situations without too much adult themes. ---Brief Summary Below--- The kids in the story, and their dog, decide to take a plane with a relative whose a pilot, a small plane in a ride over the mountains when they crash. As things become dire, the uncle hurt and no help in sight, Santa Paws (the dog) finds help and the kids and uncle are saved. I remember reading this book as a kid and enjoying it multiple times, and wanted to rebuy it to revisit old memories at an insanely cheap price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life as We Knew It; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Beth Pfeffer Page; Review: I read this book as a middle schooler and remember having a nightmare from the scenario placed in the book. Its written in the format of a girl's diary as she and her family struggle to survive in a world without the sun (Minor spoiler there, but I won't say why ;D) Its realistic in a good way. And part of a series. I haven't read the other two books yet, I know Amazon sells in a boxed edition so I'll probably purchase that and give this standalone copy to my sister or donate it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FF, Vol. 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Jonathan Hickman Page; Review: An alternative take on history where science is more advanced than what it really was at the time, and from what I gather, involved a parallel universe. I enjoyed reading it but as always you might wanna buy volume 2 to accompany before you really give your opinion. Never read a graphic novel series and make a decision just on the first book. Always read the second!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Beyond 2.0, Vol. 2: Justice Lords Beyond; Author: Visit Amazon's Kyle Higgins Page; Review: What happens when our Heroes stop becoming voluntary heroes and become wardens that keep the world as a prison? What happens when they use their powers not to fight evil, but to eradicate it entirely? This book is great in that Terry McGuiness (the new Batman in our future) is sent on a mission to another parallel world where our heroes aren't heroes, but prison guards with their eyes set to kill anyone out of line. A great read! The words are easy to read (with glasses) and its definitely not childish. People Die!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Mosby's Nursing Video Skills - Student Version 3.0, DVD and DVD-ROM: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills, 3e; Author: Visit Amazon's Mosby Page; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nursing Diagnosis Handbook: An Evidence-Based Guide to Planning Care; Author: Betty J. Ackley MSN EdS RN; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clinical Companion for Fundamentals of Nursing: Just the Facts; Author: Patricia A. Potter RN MSN PhD FAAN; Review: This book is very helpful. It encourage you to test yourself after reading the text. It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fundamentals of Nursing - Text, Study Guide, and Mosby's Nursing Video Skills - Student Version DVD 3.0 Package; Author: Patricia A. Potter RN MSN PhD FAAN; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment; Author: Carolyn Jarvis PhD APN CNP; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rnotes: Nurse's Clinical Pocket Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's Ehren Myers Page; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LabNotes: Guide to Lab Diagnostic Tests; Author: Tracey Hopkins RN BSN; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses; Author: Vallerand A H; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (Thumb-indexed Version); Author: Donald Venes; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Davis's Comprehensive Handbook of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests With Nursing Implications (Davis's Comprehensive Handbook of Laboratory; Author: Anne M. Van Leeuwen MA BS MT (ASCP); Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pharmacology: A Nursing Process Approach (Kee, Pharmacology); Author: Linda E. McCuistion PhD RN ANP CNS; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Study Guide for Pharmacology: A Nursing Process Approach; Author: Linda E. McCuistion PhD RN ANP CNS; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strategies, Techniques, & Approaches to Critical Thinking: A Clinical Reasoning Workbook for Nurses (Strategies, Techniques, & Approaches to Thinking); Author: Sandra Luz Martinez de Castillo EdD RN; Review: It's bring new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Informatics and Nursing: Opportunities and Challenges; Author: Jeanne Sewell; Review: It's brand new, very helpful and they are in good shape just like describe in the picture. Shipment was faster than I was expecting. I ordered on Friday night and got some of my books on a SUNDAY. Are you kidding? what company deliver merchandises on a Sunday? Absolutely RECOMMANDING IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: K&N 33-2281 High Performance Replacement Air Filter for 2004-2009 Toyota 4 Runner, 2007-2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2005-2015 Toyota; Brand: K&N; Review: always loved k&n. not sure about horsepower gains but i like that fact that its cleanable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dee Zee DZ86964 Heavyweight Bed Mat; Brand: Dee Zee; Review: Not the one you can cut for the short bed but i cut it anyway and it gets the job done. nice thick rubber; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SYLVANIA H11 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs); Brand: Sylvania; Review: sweet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toyota Genuine Accessories PT392-35120 Bed Extender; Brand: Toyota; Review: Perfect fit and saved some money over buying from the dealership; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEDpartsNow Interior LED Lights Replacement for 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma Accessories Package Kit (7 Bulbs), WHITE; Brand: LEDpartsNow; Review: They look sick. Work perfectly; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OPT7 C1 22" Off-Road LED Light Bar w/Wire Harness and Switch - 120w Spot Auxiliary Lamp; Brand: OPT7; Review: Didn't come with instructions but works well; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Godfather: Part III, The (1990); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saboteur (1942); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rock, The (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anaconda (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saturn 3 (1980); Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eagle Has Landed, The (1976); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gift, The (2000); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure, Children, Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 15 Minutes (2001); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Get Over It (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mexican, The (2001); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Knight's Tale, A (2001); Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hannibal (2001); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Godfather: Part II, The (1974); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Driven (2001); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind (1939); Genres: Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mummy Returns, The (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Band of Brothers (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rutles (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bring It On (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Six Feet Under: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Concert for George (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: This Is Spinal Tap (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tigerland (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Office: Series 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Office: Series 1: Bonus Material (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harvey (1950); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pleasantville (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowfinger (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Josie and the Pussycats (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jeeves and Wooster: Season 2 (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sugar & Spice (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Get Over It (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ellen DeGeneres: The Beginning (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Upstairs (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dick (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 61* (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tall Guy (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Philadelphia Story (1940); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Richard III (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lovely & Amazing (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sweet Hereafter (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Real Women Have Curves (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Office Special (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Major League (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Going My Way / Holiday Inn (1944); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Christmas (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fever Pitch (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Very Annie Mary (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Good Girl (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin Suicides (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Godspell (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mansfield Park (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calendar Girls (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quiz Show (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dreamcatcher (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kissing Jessica Stein (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return to Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Monkees: Season 2 (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All the President's Men (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Music Man (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Emma (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunrise (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Before Sunset (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sixteen Candles (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The West Wing: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The West Wing: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Muppet Movie (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Drumline (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Full Monty (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matchmaker (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Waking Ned Devine (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Airplane! (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freaks & Geeks: The Complete Series (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Igby Goes Down (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unsolved History: Jack the Ripper (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cider House Rules (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Dog Skip (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: James Dean (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Helter Skelter (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Liberty (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pride and Prejudice (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Grace (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Hard Day's Night: Collector's Series (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Into the Woods (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping Beauty: Special Edition (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bonnie and Clyde (1967); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Camp (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greenfingers (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood (Disney) (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oklahoma! (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: South Pacific (1958); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mallrats (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Heart Huckabees (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jeeves and Wooster: Season 1 (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Beatles Anthology (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanic: The Complete Story (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sandlot (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Better Off Dead (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spy Game (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Cold Blood (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Singin' in the Rain (1952); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: North & South: The Complete Collection (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hello (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: On the Town (1949); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brigadoon (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best of The Muppet Show: Elton John / Julie Andrews / Gene Kelly (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anchors Aweigh (1945); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The King and I (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arrested Development: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Secret! (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grosse Pointe Blank (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sword in the Stone (1963); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Muppets Take Manhattan (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scrubs: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The West Wing: Season 2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Office: Series 2 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clue (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: History of the World: Part 1 (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Roman Holiday (1953); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Boulevard (1950); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: South Park: Bigger (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bread and Tulips (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Streetcar Named Desire (1951); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You Can Count on Me (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gilmore Girls: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Futurama: Vol. 4 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ed Wood (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit?: Special Edition (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Overboard (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Wanna Hold Your Hand (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Horatio Hornblower: The New Adventures (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hairspray (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Again (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Horatio Hornblower (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Much Ado About Nothing (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anastasia (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sense and Sensibility (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Muppet Show: Season 1 (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Home at the End of the World (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ella Enchanted (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stage Beauty (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen Days (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Y Tu Mama Tambien (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Very Long Engagement (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mannequin (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 2 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adventures in Babysitting (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Can't Buy Me Love (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 6 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 5 (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 7 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Team America: World Police (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 3 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Amy (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Brown (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Danger Mouse: Seasons 1 & 2 (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Trouble (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Little Princess (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Les Miserables in Concert (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That Thing You Do! (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Truman Show (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Andrew Lloyd Webber: The Royal Albert Hall Celebration (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Importance of Being Earnest (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 4 (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mexican (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Say Anything (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit in Three Amazing Adventures (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Capture the Castle (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: She's All That (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Fullscreen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Fair Lady: Special Edition (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frontier House (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Amazing Race: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Down With Love (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cinderella: Special Edition (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Les Miserables (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko: Director's Cut (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wilde (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Far and Away (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The NeverEnding Story (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robots (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 1940s House (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Manor House (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Great Muppet Caper (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Anagram International Little Mermaid Air Walker, Multi-Color; Brand: Anagram International; Review: Loved this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leg Avenue Wonderland Queen Girls Costume, Black/Red, Small; Brand: Leg Avenue; Review: Loved this costume!!! Size fit perfectly; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zoo Animal Paddle Ball Games (12 Pack); Brand: Rhode Island Novelty; Review: Fun! 6 year olds had a great time with these; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fun Express Assorted Deluxe Body Jewels (1 Dozen); Brand: Fun Express; Review: Fun. Kids had a great time with these; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fits American Girl 18" Purple Pajamas PJs, Slippers, Eye Mask - 18 Inch Doll Clothes/clothing; Brand: Emily Rose Doll Clothes; Review: This is great. The outfit is very very cute; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fun Express 72 Rainbow Glitter Temporary Tattoos/Party Favors Novelty; Brand: Fun Express; Review: Fun for the kiddos!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doll Stand in White Metal by Sophia's, Sized for 18 Inch Dolls & American Girl; Brand: Sophia's; Review: Stand works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Live Pets Bird with Cage - Funky Feathers; Brand: Little Live Pets; Review: So much fun!!! This little bird is awesome!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emoji Designs Emoji Novelty Toy Rubber Wristband Bracelets; Brand: Emoji Designs; Review: Fun for bday party go home packages; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sophia's 18 Inch Doll Dress Gown Includes Cape & Crown to fit American Dolls; Brand: Sophia's; Review: super cute and fits my daughters American Doll; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Slaley Hall; City: Slaley Hexham Northumberland England; Review: Rooms Very Clean, staff all very courteous, golf courses in great shape for the time of year, and the food was fantastic!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn St Neots A1 Wyboston Hotel; City: Eaton Socon St Neots Cambridgeshire England; Review: Rooms fine as with all Premier inns, but Crown Inn food was Very poor and service apalling, slow and in some cases without reminder wouldnt have happened!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Midland; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: Stayed here for a night whilst watching a show at the Apollo, very clean, staff friendly and very helpful,Concierge especiall helpful, check in was efficient as was check out, I would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Leeds City Centre Wellington Street Hotel; City: Leeds West Yorkshire England; Review: Premier Inn rooms were good as expected, parking free, reception very friendly and helpful, only downside was breakfast was poor at TGI, run out of most stuff and what was there was burned. A short walk to the City Centre (About 15 mins); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Royal Mile; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: Stayed here to visit the Christmas markets and St Andrews day with the Kids, staff friendly and welcoming, free wifi, room clean, although quite "full" when staying as a family. Breakfast on a budget but plentiful. We stayed on points earned as a Holiday Inn Member so was great value, however, I would not have wanted to pay normal rates as better hotels available. Location was fairly central but marked down as an area with what seemed to be homeless refuges around with groups of people hanging around making us feel fairly unsafe when out at night. Parking a short walk and safe for car but area around again leaves you feeling less than safe.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cumberland; City: London England; Review: Stayed in this hotel when on business on Jan 2014, good location and very helpful staff. Room that I stayed in was overdue a refurb and was lacking lighting over the desk area. Breakfast choice was huge and all good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Luton Hoo Hotel Golf and Spa; City: Luton Bedfordshire England; Review: Stayed here on business, because of the type of hotel made sure to get there early doors. Used leisure facilities, pool really good. All the staff were friendly, but on the whole and old fashioned place to spread out for me. After wearing a suit all day wanted to chill in jeans but dress code after 7ish was no jeans in most areas. However on the whole a lovely hotel in special grounds.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Grantham Hotel; City: Grantham Lincolnshire England; Review: Stayed here to split our journey with our two children, compared to other Premier Inns we have stayed at the family room was small, and with being on the ground floor we struggled to sleep as the footsteps from the room upstairs we loud from just walking across the room. Room was as always clean and staff friendly.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Southend Airport Hotel; City: Southend on Sea Essex England; Review: Stayed her on business, have stayed before, staff very friendly, rooms all good, hopefully new Air conditioning will be on next time I stay! Food good next door and again staff very friendly. Would recommend this hotel due to location, ease of parking and food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Northampton West Harpole Hotel; City: Harpole Northampton Northamptonshire Engla; Review: Stayed here as a stop off on a Business journey, very handy for motorway, good parking and quiet area, had a room fronted onto main road but no noise to be heard. Room was small and starting to look tired, Staff were friendly as always and food and service good next door.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Docklands Excel Hotel; City: London England; Review: Stayed here as other Premier Inns closer to where we needed to be were either full or required a small mortgage! About half hour from central London on DLR, short walk from Prince regent DLR station albeit down some stairs across a couple of car parks and over a roundabout. Staff very friendly and helpful on reception, rooms clean but too hot as was most of the hotel, air conditioning not working at all, unless making a banging noise is working, this was not just my room, others seemed to be off also. Through work we stay in a lot of Premier Inns and the Thyme restaurant in this was no different, VERY slow order taking, this needs addressed at these restaurants as we are choosing hotels to avoid them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Telford International Centre Hotel; City: Telford Shropshire England; Review: This is a new Premier Inn and this was one of the reasons for choosing it, its in a great location with lots around, it was fairly noticeable that staff were new and just learning, rooms as you would expect were good, but there was no air conditioning working. As we were on a meal deal we went to the Thyme restaurant in the hotel, there were only a handful of people eating there, it took the young lady around 5 mins to even notice us there as she was so enthralled in a conversation with the kitchen staff, we got our drink right away when seated and 25 minutes on still hadn't had our order taken, we brought this to the Managers attention and left to eat elsewhere, there are lots of places just outside the door. Lady on breakfast duty was fantastic, different all together. Lots of promise, just not there yet!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Stratford Upon Avon Waterways Hotel; City: Stratford upon Avon Warwickshire Engla; Review: If you arrive late there's not much left to eat and you will be parked a large walk away in very tight parks, rooms good as always but restaurant didn't have much choice left! Breakfast OK, Wifi paid for ultimate but couldn't connect to wifi to get it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Worcester M5 Jct6 Hotel; City: Worcester Worcestershire England; Review: Stayed here on business and arrived very late, check-in took a while as had been entered wrong during the day, but reception were very apologetic, hotel in the middle of refurb so reception had temp lights and was in a bit of a mess, but room was good. however a bit cold. Breakfast service was very slow. All in all a tidy hotel with friendly staff.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London St Pancras Hotel; City: London England; Review: Stayed here in July with the kids, great place, couldn't hear any traffic from our large family room, staff couldn't be more helpful, restaurant spot on, great location and not expensive for London, definitely recommend and will be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Wrexham North A483 Hotel; City: Gresford Wrexham Wrexham County North Wales Wales; Review: Stayed here on business Nov 2015, rooms good and clean standard fro Premier Inn really, bad to control heat in room though, No good night guarantee offered for first time!. Paid for Ultimate Wi-Fi but speed wasn't good, and Wi-Fi signal too was weak. Main issue with this place was Whitbread Pub attached, waited 10 mins for someone to acknowledge me at "please wait to be seated" sign, even though they walked past on numerous occasions. Food quality at night was good, but waited 50 mins between starter and main. Breakfast was a disaster, went at 6.30 to be told no chef available for hot food and it would be 30 mins, I went back at 7.00 for a reduced menu of hot, I had Bacon, mushrooms and hash browns, mushrooms not cooked and hash browns almost still frozen when I bit into them, best eat somewhere else! Shame really as nice ambience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Maidenhead Town Centre; City: Maidenhead Windsor and Maidenhead Berkshire England; Review: Stayed here two nights on business in March 2016, car park is in Sainsburys multi storey, quite a hike with luggage, one night one the air con in the room was showing an error but as it wasn't too cold not bad, reported this to reception in the morning and was told on return the second night it was sorted, it was, the room was freezing. I got moved to another room and refunded so not too bad that way. We ate in the restaurant on the second night, really poor quality food, even the "fries" were raw! Better Premier Inns nearby.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Manchester West Didsbury Hotel; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: As far as Premier Inns go this hotel is very tired and in major need of refurbishment, old rooms, with plumbing making room smell. This may be taken care of when extension is finished. Pleasant staff on check in, as usual, Table Table next door has very poor service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Watford North Hotel; City: Watford Hertfordshire England; Review: Booked at a very good rate to visit the Harry Potter studio tour, which is only a couple of miles away, welcoming on reception and room very clean and modern. Only slight downside is that we had to book a breakfast slot as restaurant is very small for size of hotel. On the whole very good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Redditch North A441 Hotel; City: Redditch Worcestershire England; Review: Moved here after an absolutely awful experience at Premier Inn Redditch West, these Premier Inns are chalk and cheese, made to feel really welcome here, rooms clean and comfy and food good in pub next door. Would recommend this place to those with families as close to Cadbury world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scotgate Holiday Park; City: Braithwaite Keswick Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Had a short break here in our Caravan, this site is ideally placed for walking right from the doorstep, great staff, super little shop and a pristine shower/toilet block. Fully serviced pitches available and good roads to get here. All in all a perfect place to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Birmingham Nec Airport Hotel; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Stayed here whilst attending a seminar at the NEC, its a busy hotel that didn't just seem to get to the normal Premier Inn standard, stayed two nights, one lift broken for the duration, all areas pretty grubby. Quite a walk to the NEC for anyone attending. Most of the breakfast offering was burnt, and surprisingly, staff at this one didn't seem to have the same drive to make your stay pleasant . Rooms were good as you would expect.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Park Grand London Paddington; City: London England; Review: Good location, a pleasant 5 minute walk from Paddington Station and a short walk to Kensington Gardens. Staff were very helpful and friendly although a little hard to understand. Booked a deluxe double room as the "compact" sounded tiny, in reality the room i got was very small too, a fold down desk was very cramped to do any work. Shower leaked over the glass and in turn soaked the bathroom floor. On a good note, the free guest wifi was fast, and the breakfast was good. As long as you can get a low price through a booking company, this is an ideal place to stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Piccadilly; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: Stayed here to attend a concert in Manchester, good location, found the underground car park then straight from car to lift to reception. Our room was ready early so got checked in straight away, staff very accommodating in all departments. Breakfast was very good too. Would not hesitate to stay here again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roslin Beach Hotel; City: Thorpe Bay Southend on Sea Essex England; Review: Stayed here on business as the Holiday Inn I normally stay at was fully booked, first impressions were good, very tidy appearance, really nice Xmas decorations and welcoming staff. Room let this stay down, fairly small (107) that was very busy with furniture, the carpet was grubby, and there were a couple of cracked tiles on bathroom floor. Bed was comfortable, but when the next room ran any water or flushed the toilet the noise was very loud. Bath was high to get into and shower was poor. Good selection in room of coffee, tea, biscuits and soft drinks all complimentary. Food was very good, in for the dinner service although priced very high with cheapest main being around £26, I took the option of fixed three course for £23, but was surprised to see a pint of Peroni at £5, and also a built in service charge. Breakfast was tasty, only let down being I ordered poached eggs which never arrived. All staff very helpful, polite and friendly. In short I have given this an average for room standard and cost of food.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Former NFL lineman Justin Bannan arrested for attempted murder; Abstract: Former NFL defensive lineman Justin Bannan is sitting in a Colorado jail, on charges of suspicion of attempted first-degree murder.; Category: sports
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: Four flight attendants were arrested in Miami's airport after bringing in thousands in cash, police say; Abstract: Four American Airlines flight attendants were arrested at the Miami International Airport and charged with money laundering after bringing large amounts of cash into the country, police said.; Category: news
Title: Newly Signed Raven Makes Comeback After Losing Job, Ring; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: How To Open a Can Without a Can Opener; Abstract: All it takes is a metal spoon and some elbow grease.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Former NBA first-round pick Jim Farmer arrested in sex sting operation; Abstract: Farmer, 55, was booked for trafficking a person for a commercial sex act.; Category: sports
Title: Nationals win first World Series title, storming back on Astros in Game 7, 6-2; Abstract: After losing all three games in Washington over the weekend, the underdog Nationals became the first team in major league history to win the World Series by claiming four games on the road. Once again, they came from behind to do it.; Category: sports
Title: Report: Timberwolves 'fuming' over NBA's ruling in Karl-Anthony Towns-Joel Embiid fight; Abstract: The Timberwolves reportedly wanted Ben Simmons punished. Their grievances apparently didn't end there.; Category: sports
Title: Report: Timberwolves 'fuming' over NBA's ruling in Karl-Anthony Towns-Joel Embiid fight; Abstract: The Timberwolves reportedly wanted Ben Simmons punished. Their grievances apparently didn't end there.; Category: sports
Title: 5 big questions for the MLB offseason; Abstract: Anthony Rendon and Gerrit Cole are big MLB free agency targets. Mookie Betts and Francisco Lindor could be trade targets. Or ... everything could be boring! Let's see.; Category: sports
Title: What Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson Told Each Other After Patriots-Ravens; Abstract: Tom Brady offered credit where it was due Sunday night in Baltimore. The Ravens handed Brady and the Patriots their first loss of the season in Week at M amp T Bank Stadium. The primetime; Category: sports
Title: More than 11,000 scientists from around the world declare a 'climate emergency'; Abstract: Study outlines six major steps that must be taken to address a "climate emergency"; Category: news
Title: Cardinals extend execs John Mozeliak, Mike Girsch, manager Mike Shildt; Abstract: This news comes on the heels of a strong 2019 campaign in which the Cards returned to the postseason by hanging on in a tight NL Central.; Category: sports
Title: 55 Restaurants That Serve an Amazing Thanksgiving Dinner; Abstract: If you love Thanksgiving and the food but don't love the cooking or cleanup, get an easy gourmet celebration at one of these restaurants nationwide. Many feasts feature local twists on old favorites, such as Turducken gumbo and Cajun fried turkey in New Orleans and even vegan-friendly offerings in Seattle.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Far-reaching snowstorm may take shape over US; Abstract: A winterlike pattern will continue to unfold across much of the eastern two-thirds of the nation into next week as a brutal one-two punch of bitterly cold air plunging into the United States will set the stage for another major storm.; Category: weather
Title: Giancarlo Stanton wants Yankees to sign both Gerrit Cole, Stephen Strasburg; Abstract: Arguing that a team "can never have too many" top-tier talents on the roster, Giancarlo Stanton recently suggested that the New York Yankees should not limit themselves to the pursuit of one free-agent ace and instead go after both Gerrit Cole and Stephen Strasburg.; Category: sports
Title: Stephen Curry calls out Michael Jordan for being a 'hater'; Abstract: While the opinion of arguably the greatest NBA player of all time is certainly noteworthy, most people disagree with Jordan.; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Calculated in Death; Author: Visit Amazon's J. D. Robb Page; Review: So an accountant gets murdered and Eve Dallas goes about investigating and mostly interviewing other accountants and....zzzzzzzzz. Okay this book was not my favorite in the series. You might like it though if you find financial stuff interesting. The actual murder mystery was pretty boring, but what kept me going was the back stories of the regular characters, who I always enjoy reading about. There's a funny scene where Eve's cat Galahad disses her because she smells like another cat. I've been going through the In Death series and most of the mysteries are very good. Some of them are so compelling and edge of your seat that I've lost sleep. Hopefully, the next one will be back up to speed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bloodlist (Vampire Files, No. 1); Author: Visit Amazon's P. N. Elrod Page; Review: I tried several times to get interested in this book, because the premise seemed interesting. A journalist is killed and awakes as a vampire. The book started out interesting as Jack learns to cope with his new existence, but went downhill for me as the story progressed. You might like this more than I did if you enjoy stories about 1930s investigators solving mysteries. I admit, I didn't finish this one, so perhaps it improves, but for a vampire, Jack is pretty boring.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Magic Breaks (Kate Daniels); Author: Visit Amazon's Ilona Andrews Page; Review: First I want to say I really did enjoy this book and love the series. It had me at "Here kitty, kitty, kitty." I'm very glad for the beginning intro stating this was not the last book, because it felt like an ending. But there was something missing and that was Curran. He's elsewhere for most of the book and his interactions with Kate are my favorite parts--their humor, their flirting. It seems like most of their conversations in this book were "I love you; I love you too." (Spoiler) The meeting with Roland did feel a little anticlimactic, but I have mixed feelings about this. I'm actually glad he and Kate didn't have their fight to the death and I was hoping he would have some feeling for her as his daughter. However, who knows what future books will bring. Certainly, his manipulations will cause friction since he's not a nice guy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Beautiful Ashes (Broken Destiny); Author: Visit Amazon's Jeaniene Frost Page; Review: Alas, I just couldn't get into The Beautiful Ashes and I was really looking forward to this new series. I've been a huge fan of Jeaniene Frost and have listened to the Night Huntress audiobooks countless times. The first five books in that series are just amazing with wonderful story lines, characters, action, and even humor. After book 5 though, the series started to decline a little for me. Also, the narrator of the Night Huntress audiobooks, Tavia Gilbert, is simply a marvel with all the voices and accents she does. I always know who is speaking. But I think it was a mistake to use Tavia again for the Beautiful Ashes series because she uses the same voice for Ivy as she did for Cat Crawfield. So I kept thinking of Cat when the narrator was speaking as Ivy. As much as I like Tavis's narration, I think a different narrator would have been better. As I said, I just couldn't get into this book and none of the characters were that interesting to me. The storyline just didn't grab me either. Hey, Jeaniene, what happened to the great humor you used to infuse in your books (i.e. Justina vs. Bones -- funniest dialogue ever).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cursed; Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer L. Armentrout Page; Review: Jennifer Armentrout is one of my favorite authors, but I just couldn't get through this book. The main character Ember has such a sad and miserable life, and just when you think things can't get worse, inconceivably they do. I'd put the book down for awhile, not really wanting to continue because things weren't getting better, wondering, what is the author going to do now, give her cancer or something? The book is well written and the characters are interesting. Just depressing as hell. I imagine things improve for poor Ember towards the end, at least I hope they do, but I couldn't get there. If you don't mind a constant downer, you might like this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fractured Hearts (Shattered Lives, Book Three) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Rissa Blakeley Page; Review: I loved the book it had it twists and turn my mistake was I hadnt read the first two book. So I was lost at first but I was able to caught up and once I did I couldn't put it down; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flirting With Destiny: Aedyn Book 1 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Eve Carter Page; Review: this is one of those book that made me wish I could take my game and struggle.one of the character but at the same time I fell in love with it and can not wait to read then next book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Pleasures (A Prequel) (The Pleasures Series) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: I.kinda good and got this book first before I read the first one and honestly.it help know what I was reading and gave great background to.the first book she keep I wanting more ibcoylsnt put.it down until was finished; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocking Esme (The Rocking Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kacey Hamford Page; Review: Once I started reading I couldn't put it down the author gives u just enough to know what is going on bu. Also let u use ur imagion at the sametime; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocking Scarlett (The Rocking Series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kacey Hamford Page; Review: Leave right off froM the first hold without skipping a beat u can't help bu. Fall in love with it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocking Marcy (The Rocking Series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kacey Hamford Page; Review: This book give a lil more back ground of the first two books which I loved. I couldn't but it down once I started it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocking Ashton (The Rocking Series Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kacey Hamford Page; Review: I couldn't stop th. Tears from fallen I loved how it wraped up all the books.together; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Second Chance at Love - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: I loved this book it give a story and love withstanding anything.that no matter what nothing is perfect in life but if u believe it does get better; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plush The Prequel: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved it had a major cliffhanger but it draws I in like no other can't wait to see how it goes; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Pleasures (The Pleasures Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: I loved this book. It helped put thing together about Rylans past that u did not k ow and explianed more about him; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: More Pleasures (The Pleasures Series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: I love getting more back ground of why Rylan is the way he is it a really good In site to things loved the book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanquish (Alessandra Powell Book 4) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: It was amazing everything she had gone thru to have the strength to keep going and she does I loved this book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpha Queen (King of Alphas Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Loves the book it couldn't put it down once I open it up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Supreme Alpha (King of Alphas Book 2) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Yes this book was better then the first one I lobe lexI strength I love this book and once again indont know how she does it but this book.is even better then the firstv; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fortuitous (Anabella Summers Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Once again Krystal white has me in awww this book and the cliffhanger omg; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Mother's Sacrifice (Chloe St James Chronicles Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: I love how she show a mother sacrifice for her child Chloe is a very strong charactor like.most of krystal are but this one pulled at me can wait to.read the second book she comes out with; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plush Book 2: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely loves the book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plush Book 3: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Like the book but felt like there could have been more to like it was missing something; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indebted: High Stakes Seduction - Book 2 - Angela (The Tilson Sisters) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ami LeCoeur Page; Review: Loved the book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All or Nothing: High Stakes Seduction - Book 5 - Angela (The Tilson Sisters) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ami LeCoeur Page; Review: I loved this book and can't wait.to see what happens next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Discovering Each Other: Healed; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ami LeCoeur Page; Review: I can't not find the right words for this book its heartwarming loving surprising can't wait to read more itnthis series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel's Blade; Brand: Visit Amazon's Destiny Hawkins Page; Review: It is different then any of the books I have read but that is what made me like it more I really enjoyed reading it and.can't wait.tonreader more from.this author; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vow of Devotion: 2nd Novel Addition (One Urge, One Plea, Keep Me Trilogy) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlet Wolfe Page; Review: Loved how scarlet was able to bring everything about the book together past present and future all together with given the thing to struggle with but also showing forgiveness I love the book and the series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Wicked Lie - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Omg I loved it !!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Craving HIM (Dominic Snow Book 3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Loved how she added more to their story together plus finished off what she had in the books this was a happy ending for all; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Wicked Kiss - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Wow it wasn't what I thought love the twist in it it kept me on the edge the whole time reading it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Wicked Truth: An Erotic Thriller - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Absolutely loved this books series it has kept on the edge of my seat reading it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unforeseen (Alessandra Powell Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Absolutely loved this book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life After Love (Anabella Summer Series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Couldn't believe how she did it with the twists and turns in the book absolutely love this book and love Krystal books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timeless Passion Book 1: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely loved the book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timeless Passion Book 2: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Love it it had some twist and turn that made it better then the first book can't wait for.the next book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Building a Future: Healed; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ami LeCoeur Page; Review: Had n me on pins and needles reading it absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Saving Grace - The Prequel: A Billionaire Military Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Leslie Johnson Page; Review: Loved it and the clifhanger.......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timeless Passion Book 3: A Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely love how she did this series I fell in love with grant right off the bat; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hooked Book 2 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: I am so speakless I'm dieing to read the next book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hero Book 1 - The Assignment: A Military Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: So in love with this one; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Saving Grace - Shattered: A Billionaire Military Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Leslie Johnson Page; Review: Absolutely love it can wait until the next one; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hooked Book 3 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL'd Perfection Book 1: A Navy SEAL Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: OMG I loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL'd Perfection Book 2: A Navy SEAL Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: OMG I love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL'd Perfection Book 3: A Navy SEAL Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: AL I can day is omg; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hero Book 2 - The Ambush: Military Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL'd Perfection Book 4: A Navy SEAL Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: The cliffhanger on this one but I so loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cry in the Fog (Paranormal Peacekeepers Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Nicole Tillman Page; Review: This book keeps u on ur toes I love this author and a can't read the next one and more of her books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SEAL'd Perfection Book 5: A Navy SEAL Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: I so loved this series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plush Book 4; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Proposal - A Billionaire Steamy Romance: Revised and Updated - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J. Griffin Page; Review: Absolutely love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Her; Brand: Visit Amazon's J. Griffin Page; Review: Omg i loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Massage: A Billionaire Steamy Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J. Griffin Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knight Moves Book 1 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knight Moves Book 2 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: I can't wait to read move in love this story; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blank; Brand: Visit Amazon's Cassie Wild Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knight Moves Book 3 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unholy Trinity (Pride's Downfall Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K. R. Morrison Page; Review: Not my normal type of book but I will have to say I enjoyed reading it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Colton (Special Forces Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BOOMER - The Elite Part One - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: I loved it and can't wait to read more; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Returning to Love: Healed; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ami LeCoeur Page; Review: Loved the book the whole series sad to see it end; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BOOMER - The Elite Part Two - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Client; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Legal Romance (Club Prive Book 10) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Sat down and started reading and couldn't put it down until I was done in loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alessandra Powell Saga- The Complete Series - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: I absolutely love this series it is my favorite by Krystal it keep me on the edge of my seat until the end; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Player - The Elite Part Three - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Loved the book and honestly can't wait to find out what happens next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dethroning the Alpha (King of Alphas Book 3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Absolutely love how to brought everything in to an end in this book but also left the open of the next series this is on of my top books by this author; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Player - The Elite Part Four - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Healing Slave (Sybina's story) (The Slave Series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Elin Peer Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never A Slave (Sofia's story) (The Slave Series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Elin Peer Page; Review: Loved how it brought sofias story since we have heard about her thru the lot her two books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Permanence (Alessandra Powell Book 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Krystal White Page; Review: Loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Con Man: Complete Series Box Set: A Bad Boy Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. S. Parker Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Urge, One Plea, Keep Me Trilogy: One Urge, One Plea, Keep Me - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlet Wolfe Page; Review: I'm the first of Scarlets book I have read and I couldn't put it down; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Conviction (The Cassano Series Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlet Wolfe Page; Review: Absolutely loved it scarlet has always been able to keep me on my toes and waiting more of her books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Voice for my Soul to Sing: Spin-Off from The Mermaid and her King - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlet Wolfe Page; Review: Omg I loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Lucky Charm eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scarlet Wolfe Page; Review: Wasn't what I thought it would be but it was so much better I loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tasting Paris: A Good Doctor Trilogy Short Story (The Good Doctor Trilogy) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Renea Mason Page; Review: This story gave me a few idea to try while the whole time had he hot; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King of Slaves (Jenna's Story) (The Slave Series Book 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Elin Peer Page; Review: I absolutely love this story loved how elin tired everything together and brought the book back to where everything start I'm sad to see this as the last book of the series but I will have to day this is one of my favorites series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Mate's Healing Touch (Black Hills Wolves #36) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Merryn Dexter Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Mate's Redeeming Touch (Black Hills Wolves #44) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Merryn Dexter Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mating Dance (Black Hills Wolves #50) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Merryn Dexter Page; Review: Absolutely loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Love - BOUND; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone' Page; Review: I would very much recommend this book to read.onve she did not disappointment in my reading and vant waiy to read more from her; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Love - The Hamptons'; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone' Page; Review: What can i say R.M. Simone never disappoints me when im reading her books. Once i start i cany put it down until its done; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothic Gates Dante's Voice sample ARC - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone' Page; Review: I the this book. Amd would read it again.it is nothing like i have read before and cant wait to read more; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades Of Love Tristan's New Year's Surprise; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone' Page; Review: Loved it.once i started to read i couldn't put it down. U can feel the heat that vome off of them so strongly; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Love; Brand: Visit Amazon's R.M. Simone Page; Review: Absolutely loves how she told the story i want to keep reading; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Love, Earl GREY Morning; Brand: Visit Amazon's R. M. Simone' Page; Review: Loved it love how she keep yhe storys going; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Bose UFS-20 Universal Floor Stands (pair) - Black; Brand: Bose; Review: These worked great in my living room as a temporary solution for my sound system; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple iPod touch 64 GB Black (4th Generation) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Apple; Review: Awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CowboyStudio 77mm Center Pinch Snap-on Lens Cap for Nikon Lens Replaces LC 77 - Includes Lens Cap Holder; Brand: CowboyStudio; Review: Fit well and serves its purpose; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorola Vehicle Power Adapter micro-USB Rapid Rate Charger; Brand: hotfuleco; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cbus Wireless Three LCD Screen Guards / Protectors / Films for Apple iPod Touch 4 / 4G; Brand: Cbus Wireless; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2 Black Ear Buds for Plantronics Voyager Explorer 220 235 245 320 330 340 360 370 395 520 521 835; Brand: NICKSTON; Review: Worked just fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: eForCity Hybrid Case for iPod touch 4G (Black/Purple); Brand: eForCity; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JingXiGuoJi® White Touch Screen Glass Digitizer Assembly With Spare Parts (Home Button, Flex Cable, Camera Bracket, Adhesive,Tools) For iPad; Brand: JingXiGuoJi; Review: Worked great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garmin nvi 360 3.5-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Text-To-Speech; Brand: Garmin; Review: We bought 2 of these, one for us and one as a gift. It is very simple to use and understand!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: T-Power Ac Adapter Compatible with BACK2LIFE HKA21-1000 BL2002 Back 2 Life Back to Life Continuous Motion Massage Replacement switching power; Brand: T-Power; Review: Perfect replacement power cord for my back to life unit. It works great and arrived faster than expected!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Taste Of The Wild Grain Free High Protein Dry Dog Food Wetlands - Roasted Duck; Brand: Taste of the Wild; Review: I fed my dogs the cheaper dog food for years. I had no idea that the food I was feeding them was substandard at best. I feel fortunate that neither dog has been sick with anything connected to their diet because I do know that some people aren't so lucky. Searching online for information about dog food that is a better quality, I started to hear things about Taste of the Wild so I decided to check the company and their product out. I didn't have to go very far past the ingredient label to know that this is the food that I should try first. Now, I have a 13 year old Siberian Husky that is one of the pickiest eating dogs on the planet. She will even turn her nose up at potato chips when they are occasionally offered to her. She picks the meaty looking chunks out of the dog food that they used to eat and eats those first. I had to start buying smaller bags of dog food because if the bag had been opened for a while, she would refuse to eat it. I always jokingly say she likes her dogfood like a lot of people like their seafood, as fresh as they can get it. My other dog is a simple idiot. He eats chicken poop and just about anything else that he can fit into his mouth including wood, her fur when she sheds and my flowers out front. Needless to say he is not a picky eater. I wasn't concerned with him not liking it but I was a bit worried what she would think. We went ahead and ordered our first bag of this dogfood. It was delivered on time just like Amazon always does and so we started the transistion from the old to the new by subtracting a bit more of the old with the new every day until they were finally completely switched over. They LOVE this food. Both of them. Even little Miss Picky. It got to the point where they were both actually eating AROUND the old food and leaving it in the bowl. This made me extremely happy because I know that the Taste of the Wild food is MUCH better for them. There is no grain in this food. The ingredients are simple and everyone should be familiar with them. It actually smells good and doesn't have that mealy look to it like the cheaper brands that are full of corn and soy. Neither dog has had any bathroom issues which I know is a concern for some people that are worried that there isn't any fiber in the food because it doesn't contain grain. That's what the veggie material is for. Veggies have fiber. I promise! You dog will have no problems pooping while eating this food because of lack of fiber. This is our new dog food for our two monsters. They are both healthy, happy and both seem to have a bit more energy. Their coats look good and I'm happy with; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: royalwise Light up Dog Christmas Shirt Costume Xmas Tree Pet LED Clothes Large Dog Hoodie Holiday Pet Sweater for Medium; Brand: royalwise; Review: What an adorable sweatshirt! My dog looks so cute in this. I can't wait for October because he will be wearing this a LOT. I did receive this dog sweatshirt at a promotional discounted price and I'm glad I went for it because it's adorable! It is made of sweatshirt material so if your dog is cold natured like my red tick hound is, then this will be perfect. It will keep them warmer. The pumpkin lights up with LED lights in an adorable pattern that definitely draws in the eye. I took some video of this shirt in action so you can see the light pattern. It doesn't just light up, it blinks! My guy doesn't mind clothes because when I realized he was cold natured, I started dressing him on chilly days and through the winter. There is a velcro closure at the chest and plenty of room for when the dog has to do his/her "business." It will not end up on the shirt. It fits well and I think he really likes it because it is really soft on the inside. If you are looking for something cute but not over the top for your fur baby this October, this would be perfect! Festive but not annoyingly obnoxious and the dog won't mind wearing it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VICTHY Pet Bow Tie, Colorful Polka Dots Adorable Collar Butterfly Knot Puppy Adjustable Bow Ties for Dogs/Cats/Other Pets; Brand: VICTHY; Review: My Spudward looks SO CUTE in this bow tie! I chose the green one with white polka dots because he is a brown and white dog and I thought that the green would stand out against his coloring. I was right! It does. The fabric on this tie is a lot higher quality that I originally thought it would be, very nice! I've seen bowties for men that weren't this quality. It is adjustable and the closure clips together. It is easy to put on and remove. Did I mention that he looks adorable in it? I will more than likely be purchasing more of these. I received this one at a discount so I could evaluate it and tell you what I think of it. The only problem I will have with ordering my next one is deciding what color I want to get. These are really nice! I've attached a photo of my Spudward in this awesome bowtie for you to see for yourself! Adorable!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Paw Leather Dog Collar, Super Soft Distressed Leather- Premium Quality, Modern Stylish Look; Brand: Mighty Paw; Review: My dog and I both agree that this collar is awesome. We love the way it looks and the quality is amazing. We chose the light brown collar to go with my dogs coloring. He white with brown areas and spots. It looks so cute on him! The leather is very nice. Absolutely high quality and its very obvious when you look at the collar. The buckle is strong and made of high quality metal. He is not going to break this one, he told me he really likes it. LOL! There is also a brand plate on the collar that looks very nice. I think thats a great idea because I know a few people will be asking me where I got the collar from and with the plate on it, Ill be able to just look at it and tell them. I took him for a walk after we got him dressed in his new collar and it performed very well. Im always concerned whenever I use a new collar or leash with both of my dogs because if they fail to perform, especially with the Siberian Husky, it can prove dangerous for the dog because we live in a high traffic area. This collar did excellent, passed with flying colors. I also think that it will last for a long time. I received this collar at a discount so I could evaluate it and tell you what I think. Spuddy and I agree that it is excellent quality, comfortable for him to wear and we both really like it. When it comes time for a new collar again, I will be coming back to this one and buying a replacement.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Paw Leather Dog Leash, Super Soft Distressed Leather- Premium Quality, Modern Stylish Look; Brand: Mighty Paw; Review: One of my biggest worries when I buy a new collar or leash is the construction. Both of my dogs have a tendency to pull whenever they are being walked on a leash outside and the result of a poorly constructed leash or collar is a lost, injured or even worse incident with the dog, I also have the matching collar to this leash and they look fantastic together! There are quite a few different things that I really do like about this leash. The clasp hook is high quality. It doesn't stick open and that is extremely important but it doesn't take a pair of pliers and a prayer to open it either, The stitching is exceptional in this leash. Construction is important for a sturdy product and this one more than passes with the stitching. The coloring is beautiful. The leather is even toned throughout the leash and it looks really nice. They weren't stingy with the thickness. That really impressed me. It is high-quality leather. None of that thin cheap garbage. I received this leash so I could evaluate it and let you know what I think. It is a really nice, high-quality leash that will last for years to come. I love the look and the piece of mind knowing that I'm not going to have to deal with a lost dog because the leash broke. In my opinion, this is one of the best quality leashes that I have and I also completely trust it with the safety and security of my dogs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mellow Shirt Dog Anxiety Calming Wrap; Brand: Mellow Shirt; Review: My mother's dog has developed a serious fear of thunderstorms. She's never liked loud noises but now that she is 12, for some reason thunderstorms terrify her. Mom and I were talking about this new thing with her dog recently and it's bad enough that if the storm happens at night, Mom has to sit up with the dog and comfort her. The vet recommended my parents get a Thunder shirt for the dog to try and soothe her during the storms. I saw this calming wrap on here and decided to order it first to see if it works for their dog. The size is accurate to the measurements. Mom measured her dog and told me what to get and that's exactly what I bought. It is easy to get on and off and her dog seems to be comfortable in it. She's not rubbing against the floor or the furniture when wearing the shirt. It stays secure with velcro. The construction is nice, they did use high quality materials when they made this. I talk to Mom almost every day and after the first storm rolled in, I asked her how well this shirt worked. She said it helped. There have been a few thunderstorms since and from what I am being told, the dog is getting better with the anxiety (howling, panting, pacing, trying to get under furniture) behavior each time. It's a nightmare for my mother that is slowly but surely getting better with the use of this shirt. It's not an instant fix, at least with my mother's dog it wasn't, but our experience with their older dog is that it does help and the anxiety decreases each time she wears this wrap shirt during a thunderstorm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Purina One Smartblend Natural Formula Adult Dry Dog Food Chicken & Rice; Brand: Purina ONE; Review: I have one dog that is epileptic and the other is elderly and over the years both have done well eating this dog food. It's not the highest quality dog food on the market today but very far from the worst. I buy these bags from Amazon quite often and I always check the ingredients label for any changes. So far the only change that I have noticed is positive because chicken meal as the first ingredient has been replaced with just plain ol' chicken. That is an improvement and I was glad to see it. I've tried a few times to switch my dogs off of this food onto grain free brands and every time that I have tried so far, my younger dog has an allergic reaction to the grain free food so I put them back on Purina One. While I'm still considering other brands that have less grain in the ingredients, I'll keep them on what works and Purina One is what works for all three of us right now.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KONG Puzzlements Toy; Brand: KONG; Review: My dog LOVES this toy. It makes a crinkle noise that sounds like wadded up metallic paper. The monkey is, of course, a stuffed animal so I was a bit worried about how long it would last. So far it has outlasted his other stuffed animal toys. He didn't wait for me to get this out of the delivery box, he snatched it out of the Amazon box and started playing with it before I could even get the card off of the back of it. It is stitched well and is the quality that you would expect from KONG. The large size is perfect for dogs that are in the size range of a Siberian Husky (my other dog that shows NO interest in any toy) or the guy I bought it for, a Red Tick Hound mix. You stuff the money's head, arms and legs into the ball portion and it turns the toy into a large, crackling green ball. Throw it, dog chases it and can pull the monkey's pieces back out of the ball. Or play with it as a large, soft ball. It's fun once the dog learns the jist of it. He really does love this toy and I'm glad I got it for him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KONG Puzzlements Toy; Brand: KONG; Review: My dog LOVES this toy. It makes a crinkle noise that sounds like wadded up metallic paper. The monkey is, of course, a stuffed animal so I was a bit worried about how long it would last. So far it has outlasted his other stuffed animal toys. He didn't wait for me to get this out of the delivery box, he snatched it out of the Amazon box and started playing with it before I could even get the card off of the back of it. It is stitched well and is the quality that you would expect from KONG. The large size is perfect for dogs that are in the size range of a Siberian Husky (my other dog that shows NO interest in any toy) or the guy I bought it for, a Red Tick Hound mix. You stuff the money's head, arms and legs into the ball portion and it turns the toy into a large, crackling green ball. Throw it, dog chases it and can pull the monkey's pieces back out of the ball. Or play with it as a large, soft ball. It's fun once the dog learns the jist of it. He really does love this toy and I'm glad I got it for him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KONG Squeaker Tennis Balls,Dog Toy; Brand: KONG; Review: Both of my dogs LOVE these tennis balls. The size large is perfect for my Siberian Husky. She can get it into her mouth and squeeze it to make it squeak. My Red Tick Hound mix? It's just a tad bit too big. He can get it into his mouth but not far enough to be able to make it squeak but he still loves them. They are made exactly like tennis balls, the outside yellow covering can be peeled off so if you dog has a tendency to strip tennis balls, you'll want to watch for that with these. The balls have been here for about a week now and are still going strong, I think they are definitely the quality that you'd expect from Kong. I'll update when one of them is finally destroyed because I know it will eventually happen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Multipet Plush Polka Dot Goblet Pig; Brand: Multipet; Review: I'm going to have to get a second one of these because both of my dogs love this toy. It grunts and does sound like a pig. So far, so good and it hasn't been torn up yet. The construction is pretty good and the materials aren't cheap junk. I received the orange plush. It's a nice size for both of them, one is a Siberian Husky and the other is a Red Tick Hound mix. They take turns carrying it around and are constantly making it grunt. It's too cute!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kaytee Alfalfa Mini Bale Pet Treat; Brand: Kaytee; Review: My Syrian hamster loves this stuff. The bag has a lot of larger pieces, like twigs but he doesn't seem to mind them at all. I just break those pieces up. It has that really sweet alfalfa smell to it which is nice. All in all, good quality product.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kaytee Chinchilla Bath Sand; Brand: Kaytee; Review: I bought this after reading the other reviews to see if it would be OK to use for my Syrian hamster. That in combination with the product saying that it is SAND... but in reality, it's very fine DUST which is not good for hamsters. It's like powdered sugar. No where close to any type of sand. Very disappointed because it's useless to me.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ethical Skinneeez Stuffingless Dog Toy; Brand: Ethical Pet; Review: I really expected this toy to be better quality than it is. It literally took my dog 45 seconds to break both of the squeakers. They are those flimsy plastic round squeakers like what are in Dollar Tree dog toys. The fur sheds easily. The eyes are just two small circles that are sewn on with a knot in the middle which for smaller dogs MIGHT be a choking hazard. It's a really cute toy when it comes out of the box but the quality just is NOT there.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Multipet Loofa Dog Plush Dog Toy (Colors May Vary); Brand: Multipet; Review: Both of my dogs love this toy. I think the quality of the toy is decent and so far it has held up pretty good through a few play sessions. I have a "toy box" in the hallway that holds a lot of their toys and they can pick what they want. This toy has been chosen first a few times since it arrived. As far as durability goes, so far so good. Stuffed toys usually only last a couple of weeks with my dogs before a hole is worked and the stuffing is starting to come out. At that point, I just remove the stuffing and put the toy back in the box because I don't want them eating it. This toy hasn't reached that point, yet. All in all it is a cute toy that I think is well made out of quality material and they really like it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kaytee 3 Count Chew Toy, Carrot Patch Variety; Brand: Kaytee; Review: My hamster loves these. I will definitely order them again once the originals are gone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kaytee Timothy Biscuits Baked Apple Treat, 4Oz Bag; Brand: Kaytee; Review: These are great for stuffing into hamster toys. My Syrian absolutely LOVES these treats. Might be kinda hard to believe but my dogs love these too. Every time I feed the hammy and these come out of the food drawer, I have to hand one of these to each of the dogs as a treat. Not sure what else to say about them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carefresh Complete Confetti Pet Bedding, 23 L; Brand: Carefresh; Review: The description on this is MISLEADING. This is NOT the 23L package. It is the 12.5L that expands to 23L. The product inside is good and great for small animals but be sure to watch the package size because it's 1/2 the size that it is advertised to be.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
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Title: PIE KNW/USB-AV iPod Dock Connector to Kenwood A/V Radios Adapter; Brand: PIE; Review: I took a chance on this and it turned out well! I have an Ipod, one of the video capable ones. The screen on it is frankly too small for extended viewing. I also own a Panasonic DVD player with an 8.5" screen. It works great and has wonderful battery life. So I came here looking to see if I could find a solution to mate my Ipod to my DVD player. As you may know, you can purchase movies, TV progams episodes from itunes fairly reasonably. I noticed that this cable had what look liked the same connectors as my DVD player had on its side. Turns out it works! The only cable you don't use is the USB cable. It just sits free. My guess is if you plug it into a computer, it may help with keeping the Ipod charged. But my idea was to use it on trips and long plane rides. So it was a good purchase. The cables looks sturdy and well made, only drawback is when in use the cables take up more room than the the two units. Hope this helps.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Westone UM2; Brand: Westone; Review: I'm writing this review because I recently purchased a pair of Noise Canceling Headphones for some cross-country airplane travel I have coming up. I'm a UM2 owner and have enjoyed them immensely but I thought for sure that a nice pair of noise canceling headphones would make for a quieter, more relaxing flight. So when I received these new noise canceling headphones I immediately tried them...and to my surprise the sound quality was NO WHERE NEAR my UM2's! It wasn't even close. Then I compared how much noise I could hear with both, again the UM2's were far better and they don't bill themselves as noise canceling. Thus the reason I went out and purchased the noise canceling 'cans'. On top of that, I had to play the volumn louder on the noise canceling headphones to compete with outside noise. The final note I made was it didn't take long before the noise canceling headphones started to feel warm and uncomfortably so. I had "heard" enough. I boxed them up and returned them the same day. Sometimes, you don't know how good you have it until you buy another set of headphones. Yes, when I originally purchased my UM2's I compared them to a number of high-end ear buds like a few from Shure, Etoymotic and a few others and it was the clear winner with much cleaner, detailed sound. But I quickly found out I didn't need to spend more money because what I have is truly an outstanding product. So I wanted to share my experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Audio-Technica ATHANC7 Noise-cancelling Headphones (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Audio-Technica; Review: I was so eager to get these as I have a few long flights in the coming weeks. So when I received them I tried them immediately. My excitement dwindled quickly unfortuantely. The sound coming from these "cans" don't approach those of my ear buds, not even remotely. In fairness, my ear buds are some nice high end units but the difference was amazing. The other negative I noticed immediately is they start to feel warm over my ears to the point of being uncomfortable. Their bulk wasn't so much an issue but again no where as easy to travel with as my ear buds. The noise reduction is good but really aimed at ambient noise. I could still hear my son watching some YouTube video on his computer. I was hoping not to. I do feel these headphones 'cheat' a little. By that I mean, when you turn on the noise canceling function, the volume goes up instantly. So, of course, you are going to hear less of the outside sounds. The whole package is very well done with the carry case and pocket for all the adapters and the headphones feel well made. I was hoping to be "WOWED" by these and have better experiences during long travel. If you have used good ear buds like the higher end Shures or Westones the difference in sound will be very noticable in favor of the ear buds.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3K 7.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Black); Brand: Panasonic; Review: This is a terrific camera with an outstanding lens and great zoom range. The stabilizer truly is effective. In addition, the camera is easy to carry and the 3" screen makes for easy framing and viewing. But...there is room for improvement. The biggest one being, in moderate to low light the image quality suffers from pixel noise (colored artifacts) that are clearly visible especially in the shadow areas. Also, I have found that it is very easy to accidently change the setting on the round dial on the top of the camera. It would be helpful if their was a locking feature to keep the setting in place. Battery life could be better too. Overall, a great package and if you are using the camera for 4x6 prints, the digital noise may not be apparent but once you go larger on your prints, it's there. Perfection would be a bigger, less noisy sensor, some weatherproof against water and locking dials and better battery life. Compared to the competition, this camera is closest to being the ideal travel camera as I have come across.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer PDP-5080HD 50-Inch 720p Plasma HDTV; Brand: Pioneer; Review: What has been written about this TV here and on other sites is absolutely true! The picture quality is amazing! What really makes it is the contrast and color are far superior to other brands. We compared to 1080P sets and couldn't see a difference in sharpness at all but the Pioneer shined against all others in tonality and contrast. We happen to own a 42" Panasonic Plasma and we set them up on the same channels and then with Blue Ray DVDs and it wasn't even close. Everyone just said "WOW!" when they looked at the Panasonic and then looked at the Pioneer. The speakers are also significantly better as well on the Pioneer. So why only 4 star and not 5? Well the picture merits 5 stars for sure, especially with Blue Ray and HD TV. Normal analog TV still has a ways to go. But the remote is not as user-friendly as the Panasonic remote. It also feels cheap. It is clear that the components used to make the TV are top notch but they skimped when it came to the remote. Don't get me wrong, it won't keep me from strongly recommending the TV. It is just not a complete execution, like forgetting to dot your "i" and crossing your "t"s on a well written resume.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Altec Lansing UHP336 Snugfit In-ear Earphone (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Altec Lansing; Review: After having lost my seocnd set of high-end ear buds, I could not get myself to spend another $165-$300 for a new pair as I have proven to myself that I can't seem to hold on them. Frustrating to put it mildly. So I decided to replace my recently lost Weston UM2 which were terrific with these UHP336. Now it's unfair to compare a $40 pair of ear buds with a $275 pair. But must say these block out noise better than my old Weston did. That surprised me. The fit is not as good and the sound is brighter, more forward but not as open. The Westons had better seperation of sound and background detail was far clearer and detailed. But having said that these Altec Lansing have terrific vocal quality and the sound is really quite good. Better than anticipated. The cable is much thicker than anyhting I've seen before which is both good and bad. It's a little tougher to manage but thicker speaker cable was always viewed as a positive. So maybe it's helping the sound. The accompaning case is usable and decent plus it comes with a number of sizes of ends to accomodate your ear. A nice package for sure! I'm really very happy with them and these are an ABSOLUTE step up from the ear buds that come with an Ipod. I'm going to buy a second pair for my son's Ipod. I hope I don't lose these but if I do, it won't hurt as bad as losing the Westons. The only reason I didn't give it 5 Stars is because background detail gets a little muddy. It may improve with time and breaking in. But quality build is first rate and sound is on par with $100-$130 ear buds. A terrific value at Amazon's price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Macro Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras; Brand: Canon; Review: As the title states, this lens produces wonderfully sharp, detailed and contrasty images. Focus speed is excellent as well. The IS Function is much quieter than my other IS lenses. Made me wonder if it was on because I couldn't hear that "Darth Vadar breathing" sound coming from the lens that I normally hear with my other L IS optics. Portability is decent though the provided lens hood seems excessively long. Thus making the whole lens look much larger and frankly more intrusive when pointing at someone. Not sure if it's overkill for stray light or appropriate but for candid shooting, I have replaced it with a smaller rubber lens hood so I don't look like I'm carrying a 300mm lens. Other than the long lens hood, I think the build quality of the lens is on the low-end for an "L" lens from Canon. It definitely doesn't have that robust, tank-like feel to it that say the Canon 70-200 F2.8 L IS has. That could be a blessing in that I'm sure it makes the lens noticably lighter and easier to live with. But at the end of the day, what matters most are the results and this lens definitely doesn't disappoint. The focus speed is terrific, contrast is gorgeous and pops! One note of comparison, must say that I did get a chance to try the Carl Zeiss ZE 100mm F2 Macro, and that lens trumps the Canon 100mm 2.8 IS L Macro lens in optical performance, bokeh(out of focus area) and definitely build quality but it is quite a bit more expensive. Overall, I'm happy with my purchase, just think Canon could have made the outside barrel 'feel' richer to the touch.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: V-MODA Crossfade M-100 Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone; Brand: V-MODA; Review: Recently purchased a pair of V Moda M-80 for my son. I was soo impressed by them that I found myself wanting a pair for myself. Having been an in-ear buds user (Westone) and dealing with the broken cords/wires with each pair I purchased. I decided it was time to move to headphones. So naturally curiosity got the better of me, as I thought if the M-80 is amazing, what must the M-100 be like?! So after looking at the alternatives such as the Sennheiser Momentum and Polk Noise Canceling Headphones, Logitech U-6000, I kept coming back to the M100 for a few reasons. The sturdy removal cord, the 45 degree angle of the connector, the fold-ability of these, the construction quality, the good looks and the warranty, not to mention my own praise for the sound from the M-80. Got them, and must say, they are absolutely gorgeous and superbly made! Put them on and started with a few tracks that I enjoyed with my son's M-80 and immediately I could hear the difference between them. These M-100 are much more bassy and forward. Felt more like a live performance, if that makes sense. These felt like they play louder than the M-80 at the same volume, possibly due to the larger drivers. These cover the ears as opposed to the M80 that sit on top of the ear. So a little better isolation, that too may be a reason for feeling like these play louder. They feel warmer (temperature) to my ears than the M-80 but after a few minutes I got used it and felt fine. I like and appreciate good sound and good stuff, but I'm not one to get into all the decibels range conversation. Can say these truly deliver on many counts! I played them with bass reduction as some reviewers have mentioned they preferred but truthfully, I didn't find the bass to be overdone/exaggerated, just punchier than the M-80. So I went back to my original EQ settings and tried a number of different types of music. I thought they were game for everything I threw at them. The only music I found myself pulling back on was Nirvana tracks with the heavily distorted guitar. These provided too much detail in the distortion, not the fault of the headphones. My only minus, and this is coming from a middle-aged father, a cool dad, but a dad with a few greys none the less, is these are not small. When I looked at myself in the mirror with these on, I immediately thought "Won't be walking the streets with these". I think for airplane travel, long rail commutes, DJ, or dedicated listening these are hard to beat. I'm sure my son's generation and 18-25 years of age won't have an issue wearing these to high school, mall, etc. But for me, it would look like I was having a mid-life crisis. So I will be picking my situations where I will use these. Also the supplied case is nice but as one reviewer wrote, "a small; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phaiser BHS-530 Bluetooth Headphones, Wireless Earbuds Stereo Earphones for Running with Mic and Lifetime Sweatproof Guarantee, Oceanblue; Brand: Phaiser; Review: Wanted to like these. Got them during one of Amazon's Prime Days, the sound quality is just ok. Nothing exciting. I could have lived with that but the real irritation is that the music cuts in and out regularly, enough to be annoying. I wrote the company that makes these or distributes these and I got a quick reply back saying to update my phone's Blutooth. I have an Iphone 7. I don't think that the issue. I have other blutooth speakers and it has never occurred with those other devises. Operation is fairly simple, and they're not super comfortable but not painful to wear either. Not a big investment, but was hoping for better. So really not happy with these.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: MoKo Case Holder for Apple Pencil - PU Leather Elastic Pocket Sleeve Detachable Pouch for Apple; Brand: MoKo; Review: Great addition to my case. This is a much more secure way of carrying and keeping the Apple Pencil handy and by the Ipad. It's handsome and elastic strap holds well on the cover of my case. Does add a bit of bulk to carrying it, but a very small price to pay for the peace of mind it has given me. Most cases just have a little fabric loop to hold your Apple Pencil. For me, it's a poor solution for such an expensive 'pencil'. Two big thumbs up for this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: The Fault in Our Stars; Author: John Green; Genres: romance, young-adult, fiction; Review: I feel like most of the reading world may disagree but this book was definitely the worst book I read in 2014. Not from a lack of literary talent, but because of my own expectation of it being "the saddest book of all time". I didn't get emotional once throughout reading it. Maybe that is a little cold hearted as it is about two young lovers dying of terminal cancer. But is it very PG, and I'm learning that most YA fiction that is acclaimed to be emotionally provoking just doesn't fit my idea of what that really looks like or feels. That's my own personal opinion though, I know many people (mostly younger that me) that loved this book. I would have given it one star, but it did end well. I don't believe anyone has really figured out how to end a book, maybe this is the first. It's kind of the The Sopranos where it just turns to black in mid; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail; Author: Cheryl Strayed; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I don't understand why so many people gave this book negative reviews for the honesty she gave in her book, particularly related to her drug use and sexuality. The point of the book was that the struggled with life in the wake of her mothers death and her divorce, and then she hiked the trail to try and change the path of her life; and to be fulfilled. Although it took me longer than normal to finish this book, I really enjoyed it. It is definitely not just about the trail, but obviously that is a strong theme. Throughout the novel she "flashes back" to earlier points in her life that led her to where she currently was, I feel that's where her writing was the strongest. I found it ironic that she was so scared of being harmed by an animal or by the elements of nature, but the closest that she came to serious harm was by a man she came across on the trail. I have to admit I wish she had gone on a bit further at the end, spoiler alert- she does finish the trail and then the book just ends with her homeless in Washington. I was looking forward to knowing what she was going to do when she was done, what the 1100 mile hike had given her the ability to accomplish, but she never says. One of my favorite parts of this book was how it mentioned so many of the books that she read, and that inspired her while on the trail, I looked them all up and most of them are now on my "to read" list. Great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Second Chance Summer; Author: Morgan Matson; Genres: fiction, young-adult, romance; Review: I bought this book after finding it on a "sea of tears" list. My father passed away around the same age as the main character loses her father, so I thought it would be very relate able. After reading it I feel this book would appeal more to a younger crowd, it was very PG. I feel like it lacked true emotion until the last 30 pages or so( I did cry in the last few chapters). The first 430 were a little hard to get through for me. I would recommend this book to the 13-17 age group as there was a lot I could relate to from my own life at that age. But as an adult now it wasn't nearly as captivating as i had hoped it would be.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Alchemist; Author: Paulo Coelho; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book was over my head, it had many great quotes throughout but just reading it all together was hard to make sense of most of the time. I would have given 3 stars, but I fell in love with the last 7 pages. haha. I feel like this is a book you have to read more than once to really get it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Everything Beautiful Began After; Author: Simon Van Booy; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: This was an amazing read. Within the first 15 pages I knew this was my new favorite book. Lisa if you are reading this review you need to go get this book right now! Simon Van Booy is such a talented writer, he is incredibly poetic and metaphorical, but in a way that is so effortless and enjoyable. I loved everything about this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grey (Fifty Shades, #4); Author: E.L. James; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Let me start by saying that I loved the first book, and I read the other two even though they got progressively worse. When the movie came out and there was so much controversy over the book I stood up for it and said "no it's a love story, he's not abusive" blah blah blah. When I heard she was coming out with this fourth book from Christians perspective I thought she would be able to put away so much of the controversy. Instead she literally hate fucks all of her fans, I feel kind of betrayed. About half way through I was so disgusted and angry with Christian I wanted to burn the book. I am assuming that she is in the process of writing books 2 and 3 from his perspective as well, I will not be reading these, E.L James has lost all of my support.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Villa Rina; City: Bergamo Province of Bergamo Lombardy; Review: We (two adults and two teenagers) stayed at Villa Rina for two nights - longer would have been better! Sabrina is very efficient and helpful and replies promptly to e-mails. The accommodation is high quality - there are only two bedrooms and as we had booked them both, we also had sole use of the kitchen and lounge - with amazing views! The bedrooms can be partitioned off and have their own access, so quite private, if you are not renting both. Comfortable beds and thick walls, so noise didn't bother us. There are two bathrooms, both with shower. A terrace leads off the lounge and from there, up again to the roof terrace with breathtaking views! Breakfast was served on the table in the lounge - yoghurts, cereal, rolls, crispbread, salami, fruit juice and fresh coffee - it was plentiful! Sabrina's son, Matteo, collected and returned us to the airport for E12 each way and this was well worth it and was stressfree. Bergamo is lovely. We enjoyed both the Citta Alta and the Citta Bassa. The girls enjoyed the shops in both parts of the city, the wonderful atmosphere in Citta Alta and all the great looking boys!! I have never been on a city break before (thank you Ryanair!) but absolutely loved this one and would go again like a shot! One word of warning - lovely meal at the restaurant at the top of the second furniculare, but VERY expensive - E160 for four of us ... gulp! That'll teach us to check the prices first!! Great, view though!!! We managed to fit in a trip to Lago d'Iseo, by bus from Citta Bassa, took about 50 mins and the lake was beautiful. Have a wonderful time. Thank you Sabrina and Matteo.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Jardin Le Brea; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: You have probably guessed that we enjoyed our 3 nights at this charming Parisian hotel! Pretty hotel in a quiet street that ticked all our Parisian boxes and surpassed our expectations. Reception staff were unfailingly courteous, honest and helpful - we left an item in the safe after we had checked out, which was promptly returned to us when we went to collect our cases that staff had allowed us to leave in the hotel so we could enjoy our last few hours of this beautiful city. Footsore? Yes! Exhausted? Yes! Broke? without doubt! Happy? Definately!! Metro so close and very simple to navigate, the beautiful and atmospheric Luxembourg Gardens just at the end of the street, on the way you pass a bakery with rather nice tarte au citron.... oh and just for the record, there were no signs of building work going on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Huis Koning; City: Bruges West Flanders Province; Review: We have just returned from Huis Koning after a four night stay with our two daughters. It's all true - a beautiful house, great location, comfortable beds etc etc. What makes this place stand out is the way it is run and the kindness and generosity of Lynn and Peter. They open their house for you to enjoy and make yourself at home in, feel free to use the kitchen, help yourself to pastries, tea etc, ask their advice, chat about what you've been doing. They make you feel as if you are the first visitors they've ever had! Lynn's treats are the best and breakfast is a great start to the day, a lovely, warm, relaxed atmosphere and you wouldn't get looked after like this in a five star hotel! Thank you for retrieving my daughter's bag from the train station and sorting out it's return - you are the best! Thank you family Koning and we wish you well deserved and continued success!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel; City: Bristol England; Review: We stayed for one night, visiting daughter at Bristol University. My daughter and her friend joined us for dinner, which was very nice - great food and service. You do need to book a table and check that it's OK to have guests that are not staying in the hotel for dinner, which is entirely reasonable as this is a small, personal hotel and restaurant which prides itself on customer service. So much nicer than staying in a large hotel. All the staff we met were lovely, helpful and kind. Breakfast was delicious, with lots of choice. You can have the continental breakfast, which was very good - everything seemed to be home made - yogurt, jam, lemon curd - delicious! Then there is the full English option, which is just that, with quality ingredients and also the opportunity to sample the continental selection! It is clear that the chef takes great pride in the food he sends out of the kitchen and we certainly appreciated it! We had a room at the front of the hotel and there was some road noise, so if that is a problem, ask for a quiet room or bring some ear plugs - they did the trick! Our room on the top floor was clean and spacious with a super modern bathroom, decent tv and comfortable beds. Would certainly return and as daughter is on a 5 year course, it's entirely possible we will! Thank you all for a very pleasant stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edendale House; City: Southport Merseyside England; Review: Stayed with Josie for one night in her extremely clean characterful house. Everything you need is there, including generous tea/coffee tray and - brilliant idea - honesty fridge with real milk!! Things work and beds are comfortable with nice linen. Josie was very nice about our slight accident with one of the beds - more apologies!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Vanity Fair Womens Body Sleeks Support Full Coverage Underwire Bra 75270; Brand: ; Review: The stitching used on the straps is so itchy. I have sensitive skin, but I couldn't bare to even wear it for more than a day because it was so irritating. It was too late to return since I had already worn it and taken off the tags. I would not recommend this bra.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Vanity Fair Womens Body Sleeks Support Full Coverage Underwire Bra 75270; Brand: ; Review: The stitching used on the straps is so itchy. I have sensitive skin, but I couldn't bare to even wear it for more than a day because it was so irritating. It was too late to return since I had already worn it and taken off the tags. I would not recommend this bra.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: UGET Women's Sweater Casual Oversized Baggy Off-Shoulder Shirts Batwing Sleeve Pullover Shirts Tops; Brand: UGET; Review: I liked this shirt at first, but over time I found the material to be very uncomfortable. Its not soft like you'd expect a casual shirt to be, and the front is significantly shorter than the back which I also didn't like.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Champion Womens Black/White Gusto Runner 8 M US; Brand: ; Review: These shoes are as expected given their inexpensive price. I really liked them initially because they were very light and comfortable, but don't plan on wearing these shoes anywhere except for walking. I wore them to the gym two/three times and started noticing the black part near my toes was rubbing off :/. Pretty disappointed since I did really like them!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Urban CoCo Women's Basic Striped Loose Blouse 3/4 Sleeve Tops Hi-Low Hem Style; Brand: Urban CoCo; Review: Ordered this top and ended up receiving a dress that was below my knees...not sure what happened there.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: 6mm Stainless Steel Comfort Fit Plain Wedding Band Ring Size 5-14; Brand: Jinique; Review: I love the ring. It's true to it's size and hasn't tarnished or scratched. It is perfect for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sakkas Super Soft Anti-Slip Fuzzy Ankle Socks Value Assorted 6-Pack; Brand: ; Review: These socks are extremely soft and warm. They are comfortable while you sleep but not when you walk. The rubber balls on the sole are slightly uncomfortable. Overall, great for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JANE STONE Black Chunky 5 Pieces Triangle Frontal Collar Bib Necklace Classic Elegant Women Jewelry; Brand: JANE STONE; Review: The necklace is very lightweight and pretty. It seems sturdy, but I hope it lasts because it's cute! Definately a great buy for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ; Brand: ; Review: This bracelet is cute but it is very wide, thin, and a little flimsy. The ruby rock is a really nice shade of red. I like it but I hope it won't break.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fashion Vintage Palace Heart Pendant With Chain-Red; Brand: ; Review: This necklace is very cute and has great detail. The only downfall is how thin and light weight it is. This pretty necklace is great for the price but I hope it lasts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Qiyun Retro Bronze Red Heart Earrings Vintage Palace Angel Wings A pair; Brand: Qiyun; Review: I got these earings to match the necklace and they both look wonderful. They are very light weight and I hope they last. Great detail but I'm not sure how long bronze lasts. Overall, they are great for the price!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Classic Traditional 8mm Mens Wedding Ring Band Stainless Steel Bridal Size 7-16; Brand: Spikes/Kurji; Review: I got this ring because it was great for the price and it was one of the only ones I could find in a size 15. It hasn't tarnished and is of great quality. If I ever need a replacement I will definately order from here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Simplicity Pregnant Women’s Cotton Knit Maternity Stretch Leggings; Brand: ; Review: These are EXTREMELY soft and super comfortable. I will say the weird thing is that the high waist belly part stretched out a whole bunch the first day I wore them. I'm not upset by this since I'm only 32 weeks and will just get bigger \_()_/. Just a warning for anyone purchasing these! I would still buy again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Popana Women’s Casual Wide Leg Boho Flare Floral Print Palazzo Pants Made In USA; Brand: ; Review: Amaaaaaaazing!!! So soft and stretchy enough I think I can wear until my baby is born. I'm 33 weeks along and still have quite a bit more to grow. I received plenty of compliments the first time I wore these too! I honestly don't feel comfortable in most clothes right now and with how lightweight and soft these are, I want like 10 more pairs. I'm going to be wearing these to my baby shower this weekend because they are literally that cute!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TOP LEGGING TL Women's Versatile Comfy Wide Leg Long Maternity Palazzo Gaucho Lounge Pants; Brand: TOP LEGGING; Review: I was hoping they would have more stretch. I bought similar pants in another brand and these fit much smaller. Also, the hem is unfinished, unlike the other brand I bought. Since they are a bit long on me, the unfinished hem works in my favor. Being pregnant though, and these are already a little too small, I will have to save these until after I have the baby.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LL Womens Everyday Racerback Tank Top - Made in USA; Brand: Lock and Love; Review: SO soft! A little disappointed that it had a tiny hole in the back right below where the tag is. I can wear with a cardigan or around the house, but just an FYI. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: COCOSHIP Retro 50s Black Pink Blue Floral Halter High Waist Bikini Set Halter Carnival Swimsuit(FBA); Brand: COCOSHIP; Review: For the price, this is really great quality!!!! For anyone buying swimsuits online at Amazon - it's such a shot in the dark trying to find something that is going to work. My advice is to buy it with enough advance notice so you can try it on and return it if it doesn't work for you. This happened to work out very well for me. I had a baby a few months ago and had a bachelorette party to go to. I wasn't quite ready to put on the mom swimsuit (one piece) and so I found this! I am so happy I got it. My breasts are much much larger than I thought, so the top was a tiny bit smaller than I was comfortable. But the ruching style of the bottoms and the high waist - combined with my amble bust really took the attention away from my postpartum poochy belly. I'm also very self-conscious of my butt since I have gained a lot of weight very quickly from my pregnancy. This offers full coverage for your bottom in case you are looking for it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SOJOS Retro Vintage Cateye Sunglasses for Women Plastic Frame Mirrored Lens SJ2939; Brand: ; Review: These are SO cute. And I was surprised at the decent quality, considering how inexpensive they are. I rarely buy designer or expensive sunglasses since I am always losing them. I bought this with a sunhat and a retro bikini swimsuit. Such a nice touch!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TRENDY UNITED Women's Rayon Spandex High Waist Shirring Maxi Skirt with Pockets; Brand: ; Review: I should have read more closely, and I guess it is my fault for not paying attention. This is RAYON, so DO NOT PUT IN THE DRYER. Most stretchy-ish fabric should be air dried anyway, but my husband put this in the dryer when he was switching the clothes over for me. I forgot this was in the wash. It shrank from being several inches too long to being several inches too short. If you don't put it in the dryer, it will probably be a great skirt! And having pockets is amazing, too. I was a little disappointed because I didn't realize it had shrunk until we had gone to Orlando for Disneyworld, and I pulled it out of my suitcase and put it on. Womp womp. Again, not entirely the fault of the company but just a heads up! Do not dry it. Can the seller make sure to update this is in big bold print, so that people don't miss it? It's otherwise a pretty decent skirt, especially for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Terk HDTVO Amplified HDTV Antenna; Brand: RCAW9; Review: I'm not sure about some of the other reviews with complaints about this antenna. But mine works flawlessly. My house is 27 miles from the majority of the tv station antennas which are south of Dallas. I mounted it to my chimney facing southeast toward the towers,ran the wire into my house,took 45 min to complete the install. Every single station is received along with all the HD sub channels. Picture is awesome. Actually I think I prefer the over the air picture to my Fios HD picture. Anyway, its a good deal and can pull in all the channels with great clarity. BUY ONE!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MB Quart Formula FTA169 6 x 9" 3-Way Speaker System; Brand: MB Quart; Review: These seem to be very well built speakers. The only problem I had, was that both of the speaker grills were broken when i opened the box. I can't use the grills in my install so i will not be returning the speakers, I would have thrown them out anyway. They sound good for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PIONEER Enclosed Dynamic Headphones SE-M521; Brand: Pioneer DJ; Review: Man these sound good for the price! I plugged up the ports with some dense foam and it cleaned up the muddyness that they had during some rock music. When I switch to rap music, I just pull the foam plugs to get that deep bass back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jensen JTA-230 3 Speed Stereo Turntable with Built in Speakers, Aux in, Vinyl to MP3 Converting/Encoding; Brand: Jensen; Review: It's a little bit of a toy in my opinion....but it'll play a record if that's what you're looking for. The built in speakers sound thin and naturally won't play loud. Kids would love it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jensen JTA-230SE 3-Speed Stereo Turntable with Built-in Speakers and Speed Adjustment, Mahagony; Brand: Jensen; Review: It's a little bit of a toy in my opinion....but it'll play a record if that's what you're looking for. The built in speakers sound thin and naturally won't play loud. Kids would love it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Fields Data Recovery; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: Received awful service from them. Had to get help from the BBB. First they gave an estimation around the $300 based on the drive size and condition. After the drive was examined, they couldn't be reached for weeks. I was traveling and asked for a quote via email but someone named Dan kept calling me to my US number. Every day, Dan left me a message in my VM and I sent him an email... After my complaint to the BBB I was contacted by Todd, the US branch manager, who was very rude and offered me to pay $900 but was ready to make it $300 "only today" (which was then extended). He refused to provide the data via upload to a cloud account such as dropbox ("due to policy"), so I waited to be back in the States but after contacting him again, first he asked for $900 (!) and then wrote me that unless I decide that same day the drive will be thrown to the garbage. Eventually I decided to give up their services and look elsewhere. The faulty hard drive is now on its way back to us... I will find a more decent and professional service.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mammoth Espresso; City: New Orleans, LA; Review: Excellent ("Wow!") Espresso. One of the best. Great pastries and nice service. Ruth and Michael Haephrati; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: E+Rose Wellness Cafe of Nashville; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Avarage food. Salad was quite bad. Avocado toast was ok. No really recommended. Average.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearings Cafe + Frozen Yogurt; City: Indianapolis, IN; Review: I come here every time I am in Indianapolis. The combination of excellent grind Espresso and high quality frozen yogurt is unique to this place. Well, both coffee and ice cream are excellent and service is great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Colombe; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: The coffee wasn't that great but they made me an amazing avocado sandwich. It was fresh and well made. A good surprise as this was at Philadelphia airport.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Handlebar Coffee Roasters; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: If you appreciate excellent coffee, this is the place for you. Probably the best roasters in the west coast. Really great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 805 Boba; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: The coffee is awful and unprofessionally made. The espresso machine is not clean and not cleaned between preparations of espresso drinks. The Cappuccino was boiling hot. The place is nice. Service is slow but it is a quite nice place to sit and work with their free WiFi however coffee preparation must be improved.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Handlebar Coffee Roasters; City: Santa Barbara, CA; Review: One of the few places where the coffee is made professionally and tastes really good. I'be had such amazing coffee in only few places in Zurich or Quebec. The food is really good and fresh. The service is great as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Caramel Apple Pops, 48-Count Package; Brand: Tootsie Roll; Review: I have ordered these several times on here. We love them. Mind you the caramel makes different shapes. Occasionally one or two have been crumbled but nothing that needed communicating about. We can't keep these around. Not sure who I buy from. Try to make sure ship and sold by Amazon but look for a good price deal. I always find the one listing with the box and 48 count not sure about other pics of same item. So far of all the times I have ordered, not disappointed yet!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brothers-All-Natural Princess Apple Crisps, (Snow White) 0.35 Ounce Pouches (Pack of 12); Brand: Brothers-ALL-Natural; Review: They are just the best dried fruit snack to me. The melt in your mouth is great. Love the flavor. Like to get variety sometimes. Great snack at work. Keep in locker or cubie. A great one to save "for hard times". Also kids and any family just eat them up. Just the bag is not as filling as the actual fresh fruit but if can't get fresh best next option. I like the fully dried not semi dried fruit. All my fam does from little ones - babies toddlers infants to you adults and the big people. Just have a lot for the guys because they eat more than one bag. Need super size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orville Redenbacher's Naturals Simply Salted Popcorn,9.87 oz, 36 Count (Pack of 12); Brand: Orville Redenbacher's; Review: Love this brand!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pop-Tarts Breakfast Toaster Pastries, Unfrosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Flavored, 14 oz (8 Count)(Pack of 12); Brand: Pop-Tarts; Review: So glad I found non- frosted. No one in fam likes them but me though. They are not popular at work or anywhere but I love them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kettle Brand Potato Chips, Sour Cream and Onion, 5 Ounce (Pack of 15)" />; Brand: Kettle Brand; Review: One word - Yummy!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kettle Brand Potato Chips, Jalapeno, Single-Serve 1 Ounce Bags (Pack of 72); Brand: Kettle Brand; Review: One word - Yummy!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bisquick Shake 'N Pour Buttermilk Pancake Mix, 5.1-Ounce Containers (Pack of 12); Brand: Bisquick; Review: Perfect size for niece to cook pancakes while learning. Bought a few till now there's no need to go to I h o P.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dentyne Ice Sugar Free Gum (Peppermint 60 Piece Pack of 4); Brand: Dentyne; Review: Fav gum! Fav flavor!!!! Addicting; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GoPicnic Copper Cowbell Asiago Gourmet Cheese Spread, Portion Cups, . 75 oz, 50 Count; Brand: GoPicnic; Review: Love in kit. Have serious date and quality of taste problem; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Yuban Colombian Coffee, Medium Roast, K-CUP Pods, 18 count; Brand: Yuban; Review: Husband says best kcups bought; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dentyne Ice Sub Zero Sugar-Free Gum (Iceberg Mint, 16 Piece, Pack of 9); Brand: Dentyne; Review: Fav gum! Fav flavor!!!! Addicting; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: General Mills Party Pack, Fruit Fusion Assorted Flavors, 24 count, 9.96 oz, (Pack of 3); Brand: Fruit Shapes; Review: Love buying bulk! It still doesn't last long either! Love the mix; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amoretti Premium Syrup, Caramel, 25.4 Ounce; Brand: Amoretti; Review: Love syrup adding to coffee. no creamer needed. Bit costly. Like not having to go to store!!! Yea!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sugar In The Raw, 200 Count Packets; Brand: In The Raw; Review: Love individual packets to take with me. Fav is turbinado. 1st learned about in Smoothie store. Hooked found my own and now I can make my own versions of smoothies. Nice individual packets. Keep amount down so not over due.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Starburst FaveREDs Fruit Chews Candy, 2.07 ounce (24 Single Packs); Brand: Starburst; Review: Delicious!!!!! Gone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum Culinary Organic Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil, 54 fl. oz. (Pack of 2); Brand: Spectrum; Review: Oh My Goodness. I order but sometimes don't realize the size. Huge!!!! Great. It has so many uses. This size I can cover them all. No problems that I notice with brand. It is solid but a little liquified. Not much. For delivery, nicely sealed soon leaks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keebler, Cookies and Crackers, Variety Pack, 21.2 oz (20 Count); Brand: Keebler Variety Packs; Review: Seriously I would like to give my personal taste view but i can't. Cute snack size for little grand crumb snatchers and not to mention the big ones. The fact that they disappear in days - well you figure. No food in trash just empty package. Love small sacks/packs; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Starburst Fav Reds Jellybeans Easter Candy, 14 Ounce Bag (Pack of 12 Bags); Brand: Starburst; Review: Delicious!!!!! Gone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, Dry Roasted, Lightly Salted, 16 Ounce (Pack of 12); Brand: Planters; Review: So delicious - a little can but a great snack. Can eat just enough to get your sweet and salt fix. Now my kids (grown) but grands like after buying a 2nd round. I don't like peanuts. I eat pecan, cashew, almond mix. The select mix!!! yes! More expensive but no peanuts!!!!!! Till I tasted these. So if you like salted caramel which I love try these. I'm a bit picky. Just the right amount of sweet not too much. Blend is well balanced! Good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planters Peanuts, Honey Roasted & Salted, 52 Ounce Canister (Pack of 2); Brand: Planters; Review: So delicious - a little can but a great snack. Can eat just enough to get your sweet and salt fix. Now my kids (grown) but grands like after buying a 2nd round. I don't like peanuts. I eat pecan, cashew, almond mix. The select mix!!! yes! More expensive but no peanuts!!!!!! Till I tasted these. So if you like salted caramel which I love try these. I'm a bit picky. Just the right amount of sweet not too much. Blend is well balanced! Good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nick's Sticks Spicy Free Range Turkey Snack Sticks - Gluten Free - No Antibiotics or Hormones; Brand: Nick's Sticks; Review: I support free range .... This was on lightening sale and I wish I could speed lightening it back. Love spicy. Think I ate one pack barely. Fam took rest. Grand baby left her sticks on counter. She didn't even complain about hot. Son rejected. He's like Mickey - eats anything. So not for us. I'll try at store 1st next time to find brands I like. Now I'm use to good healthy eating. Wheatgrass, juicing drink, salmon jerky (yum) and lots others. I don't care for meat fillers. Really could pass on meat so wanted to try this but a no-go for me. Sorry guys. Let me know what you guys think. Hope this is helpful. These can be expensive. Oh I eat deer, lamb some of the leaner meats less beef I can. I don't like chewing paper though :-); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Planters Flavored Peanuts, Sea Salt & Vinegar, 2.25 Ounce Single Serve Bag (Pack of 10); Brand: Planters; Review: So delicious - a little can but a great snack. Can eat just enough to get your sweet and salt fix. Now my kids (grown) but grands like after buying a 2nd round. I don't like peanuts. I eat pecan, cashew, almond mix. The select mix!!! yes! More expensive but no peanuts!!!!!! Till I tasted these. So if you like salted caramel which I love try these. I'm a bit picky. Just the right amount of sweet not too much. Blend is well balanced! Good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planters Salted Peanuts, 2 oz Single Serve Bags, (Pack of 144); Brand: Planters; Review: So delicious - a little can but a great snack. Can eat just enough to get your sweet and salt fix. Now my kids (grown) but grands like after buying a 2nd round. I don't like peanuts. I eat pecan, cashew, almond mix. The select mix!!! yes! More expensive but no peanuts!!!!!! Till I tasted these. So if you like salted caramel which I love try these. I'm a bit picky. Just the right amount of sweet not too much. Blend is well balanced! Good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IZZE Sparkling Juice, Blackberry, 8.4 oz Cans, 24 Count; Brand: Izze; Review: All I can say is GONE!!!! I never know which of these flavors are the best in the house. My MIL always has them for the big stores at her house so I try to treat my house every once in while but my treats never last. I guess that's a good sign. I can tell via review what doesn't go anywhere or what they tell me never buy again. I have such a range of ages and appetites. So even I did have a nice treat or two with these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
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Title: Skechers Sport Men's Equalizer Mind Game Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: Love them. I bought the same 10M I get in other sketchera and they fit perfectly. So soft, light and comfortable. I will buy more of them. Sketchers, do not stop making these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers USA Men's Men's Relaxed Fit-Delson-Brewton Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: My third pair. I wear them all the time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Osiris Men's Relic Skate Shoe; Brand: Osiris; Review: I love these shoes and use them for casual outings as they look so nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Corinna-Maria 925 Sterling Silver Boston Terrier Dog Charm Mini; Brand: Corinna-Maria Charms; Review: Wife loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Men's Go Walk 3 Unwind Slip-On Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Love them. They are so comfortable. Fit me perfectly. Sz 10m.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Archer's Voice; Author: Visit Amazon's Mia Sheridan Page; Review: Archer has become my #1 fav book........ever! I have read too many to count, but nothing comes close to Archer! He is my official #1 book boyfriend! Step aside Edward Cullen. Lol I Bree you, I Archer you; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kyland (Sign of Love); Author: Visit Amazon's Mia Sheridan Page; Review: Mia does it again! Beautiful story full of love & hope. Being a KY girl myself, it was easy to relate to this story. Once I started, I couldn't put it down. Thank you so much Mia for writing another beautiful love story! Can't wait to see what you'll write next!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jack Hammer; Author: Visit Amazon's Tabatha Vargo Page; Review: Absolutely loved this book! Great story!!! I didn't think I would like anything more than the Blow Hole Series, but I was wrong. Jack Hammer is amazing! Be prepared.........when you start reading, you won't be able to quit! Can't wait to read more books by Tabatha!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Slammer; Author: Visit Amazon's Tabatha Vargo Page; Review: Wow! Loved it!!! Definitely not a feel good book, but I loved the story. Yes, it's dark, but so is life sometimes. I appreciated the graphic content warning, but honestly, it didn't bother me. This book is a different kind of read, but a great kind of different. Started on a Friday evening, finished on Sunday morning. Had a hard time putting it down. Thank you Tabatha for getting me out of my reading rut. Sometimes, too much unreal fantasy is exhausting. Different is good!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sacked; Author: Visit Amazon's Tabatha Vargo Page; Review: Excellent story!!! Once I started, I couldn't put it down!!!!!! I laughed, I cried, and the sex scenes were HOT! A must read!!! Thanks Tabatha!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Year We Fell Down (The Ivy Years) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Sarina Bowen Page; Review: Loved this story!!!! Can't wait to read more in the series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unbreak My Heart (Rough Riders Legacy) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Lorelei James Page; Review: Oh snap!!! Amaxing! You first meet Boone & Sierra in Lorelei's book Gone Country. I highly recommend reading that first, so you get the full story of Boone & Sierra. Their story is so awesome, that I've re-read certain chapters over & over! The prologue to Unbreak my Heart is amazing!!!! It had me drooling for months!!!! The rest of the book was really, really good. I can see myself re-reading it many times over. I gave it 4 stars because I seemed to lose interest in the last 20% of the book. The writing was great, but I felt like there was too much going on with the rest of their story. But overall, this is a must read!!!!!!!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What You Need (The Need You Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Lorelei James Page; Review: Such a great read!!! I love LJ's books! Romance, humor, hot sex scenes.........what more could you want?? I fell in love with the Rough Riders series and now I'm in love with the Need You series. Can't wait to read about the rest of the family! I love when authors get you involved with an entire family. It makes you feel like a part of their world! Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Threat: A Blood Riders MC Novel (Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Tia Lewis Page; Review: This was a good MC book, but I found it easy to walk away from. I love starting a book and not being able to put it down. That didn't happen here. I think maybe I have read something similar, or perhaps I'm comparing it to various other MC books. Overall, it was a good story. But I can't see myself re-reading it. "Exclusive ARC" was given for honest review.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Preston's Honor; Author: Visit Amazon's Mia Sheridan Page; Review: Another beautiful story by Mia!!!! Could not put it down! I didn't think I could love anything as much as Archer's Voice, but this came really really close! Can't wait to re-read it someday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seek; Author: Visit Amazon's Mia Sheridan Page; Review: I am a huge fan of Mias book! Read them all. Archer & Prestons Honor are my favorites. Seek now joins that list of favorites! Once I started this one, I couldn't put it down. Finished it in one day!!!!! Short, but great. Lots of excitement & some hot scenes!!! I highly recommend that you read this book & enjoy. And if youve never read any of her other books before, please check them out!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Sterling Silver Diamond-Accent Pave Square Pendant Necklace, 18"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: I purchased this as a gift for my mother. It is much nicer than I expected! It is small enough to be delicate and large enough not to get lost.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: XFL draft pool full of NFL experience and names you know; Abstract: The XFL is holding its inaugural draft next week, and the 1,000-player pool is full of NFL experience and college players fans will remember.; Category: sports
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Title: 'Wheel Of Fortune' Guest Delivers Hilarious, Off The Rails Introduction; Abstract: We'd like to solve the puzzle, Pat: Blair Davis' loveless marriage? On Monday, "Wheel of Fortune" welcomed as a new contestant trucking business owner Blair Davis, who offered a biting introduction for himself. When host Pat Sajak asked the man from Cardiff, California, about his family, Davis plunged into one of the darkest personal summaries the show has likely ever heard. "I've been trapped in a loveless marriage for the last 12 years to an...; Category: tv
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Title: Tiger Woods is finally writing a memoir and it has the perfect title; Abstract: HarperCollins Publishers has acquired the rights to the first-ever memoir authored by Tiger Woods.; Category: sports
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Title: Review: Grisham's 'The Guardians' is suspenseful thriller; Abstract: "The Guardians: a Novel," published by Doubleday, by John Grisham; Category: entertainment
Title: 24 of Kim Jong-Un's photo ops; Abstract: A look at North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as state news agency KCNA releases photos of Kim riding alone on a large white horse through snowy fields and woods on Mt Paektu, the spiritual homeland of the Kim dynasty.; Category: news
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Title: These Are the Best Domestic Airlines for Families; Abstract: Whether you have a ton of gear, are hoping to pre-board, or are looking for some helpful kid-friendly amenities while flying, these are the U.S. airlines that can make traveling with the whole clan a little less crazy.; Category: travel
Title: College football Week 8 bowl projections: Baylor surges into New Year's Day 6; Abstract: Sporting News' Week 8 bowl projections saw a little movement, and Baylor and North Carolina each have joined the New Year's Day 6 discussion.; Category: sports
Title: Former NFL lineman Justin Bannan arrested for attempted murder; Abstract: Former NFL defensive lineman Justin Bannan is sitting in a Colorado jail, on charges of suspicion of attempted first-degree murder.; Category: sports
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Title: Can You Find the Ghost Hidden Among the Skeletons in This Tricky Brainteaser?; Abstract: The tiny ghost blends in really well with all of the skeleton skulls. Are your eyes good enough to spot it?; Category: lifestyle
Title: California sheriff's deputy shot dead, ride-along injured in 'active shooter incident,' officials say; Abstract: A police officer in Northern California was killed and another deputy was injured after an "active shooter" incident early Wednesday, according to officials.; Category: news
Title: NFL 100: The 100 greatest NFL players of all time; Abstract: If the Texans want to knock off the Chiefs and star quarterback Patrick Mahomes at Arrowhead Stadium, QB Deshaun Watson must avoid getting sacked.; Category: sports
Title: Incredible photos show the highest inhabited town on Earth; Abstract: La Rinconada, Peru, is the highest permanent human settlement in the world. These 18 photos show what life is like there.; Category: news
Title: Dog 'Randomly' Drops By Family Reunion Then People Check His Collar; Abstract: The other day, Leslie Kowash was at a family reunion in Georgia when a friendly local decided to drop in on the party, seemingly out of nowhere. It was a sweet brown pup and a rather plump one, at that.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Two dead in Texas after helicopters collide while herding deer; Abstract: Two people are dead and one injured after a pair of helicopters collided while herding deer over a ranch in south Texas on Wednesday, according to officials.; Category: news
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Title: World Series 2019: Celebs Cheering for the Washington Nationals, From Bill Nye to Jon Bernthal (Photos); Abstract: D.C. politicians and Beltway journalists like David Gregory, Chuck Todd and Mitch McConnell all hope the team can beat the Houston Astros; Category: entertainment
Title: From Kringles to Cheese Curds, Here Are 6 Things Wisconsin Does Best; Abstract: The Badger State's influence is simultaneously under-the-radar and prolific, the result of cultural touchstones ranging from the 2016 Presidential election to television series like Laverne & Shirley and That 70's Show. And then, of course, there's the Packers, whose fans, cheesehead-clad and ride-or-die loyal as any Army buddies or biker gang, are almost as legendary as the players. Wisconsin's got food clout, too. Maybe not the James Beard...; Category: foodanddrink
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Title: ISIS names successor to slain leader al-Baghdadi; Abstract: The militant group named Abu Ibrahim Hashimi al-Quraishi as the new leader in a message posted by its official media wing.; Category: news
Title: Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween Costume Transformation Is Mind-Blowing But, Like, What Is It?; Abstract: You might say she's scary good at playing dress-up, because Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween costume is even more impressive than we could have imagined and that's saying a lot, considering transformative Halloween costumes are kind of her thing. But this year Klum took it up one more notch as she shared her metamorphosis into,; Category: lifestyle
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Title: Inside Syria's teeming ISIS prisons: Broken men, child inmates and orders to break free; Abstract: Prison security is deteriorating, yet there's no answer for how to address the threat posed by the prisoners.; Category: news
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Title: Previewing the Debut of the 2019 College Football Playoff Rankings; Abstract: This week's No Huddle column is a primer for the debut of the 2019 College Football Playoff rankings. The post Previewing the Debut of the 2019 College Football Playoff Rankings appeared first on Stadium.; Category: sports
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Title: Rocky Mountain Oasis: The Shepherd's Heart, Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Lynnette Bonner Page; Review: I am a huge fan of christian romance and this book did not disappoint. The author did a great job crafting believable characters. I fell in love with the hero, Sky. I liked how tender he was with Brooke, a true gentleman. The author's bad guys were really, really bad. And I enjoyed the supporting characters in the story too. I think Jenny was really well done, and I'm so glad that things were looking up for her by the end of the story. I hope I'll see some of these characters again in the author's next book, which will definitely be on my must read list.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beguiled; Author: Visit Amazon's Deeanne Gist Page; Review: Rylee Monroe walks dogs in the ritziest area of Charleston, South Carolina. She leads a solitary life which revolves around the animals she cares for and her senile grandmother in a nursing home. Newspaper reporter Logan Woods is writing a book about local criminals that could make his career. When his investigation of the Robin Hood Burglaries in prominent Charleston estates leads him to Rylee Monroe, he finds he just may be barking up the wrong statue. Beguiled is a romantic suspense that kept me flipping the pages right up to the very end. This collaboration between Gist and Mark Bertrand (her former crit partner) was a nice change of pace from her historical romances. It didn't have the same edgy inspirational quality as her other stories, but it was a quick and enjoyable read which guarantees Gist will remain on my list of favorite authors.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Never Without Hope; Author: Visit Amazon's Michelle Sutton Page; Review: The word on the 'net is Christian fiction doesn't come any edgier than Michelle Sutton. In the last few weeks, I've been all over the World Wide Web professing my love for edgy inspirational romance, so I decided it was time to pony up and try the edgiest on the market. Sutton's reputation is well earned. But along with the edgy content- and I do mean edgy, is an equally powerful message about forgiveness and God's grace. Hope's life is such a train wreck, I wanted to reach right into the book and pull her off the tracks. She's cheating on her husband, lying to her family, and sleeping around in cars (okay, technically just that once- but still). She's headed for disaster. Sutton built a sense of urgency in the first half of the book which made it hard to put down. I just knew this situation would blow up in Hope's face, and couldn't stop reading until it did. I would consider this a nontraditional romance because the heroine spends the first half of the story with a man who is not the hero. This leaves the reader with a sense of unease that I can't help but think was intentional on the author's part. We feel the despair and the weight of her sin right along with Hope. That connection to the characters is where Sutton really shines. Their emotions were authentic and heartbreaking and sometimes scary. She showed just how easy it is to fall into temptation when we don't keep our guards up. But best of all, she showed that with repentance, forgiveness exists for everyone- adulterers included. When you let Him, the Lord can repair even the most broken of marriages. With that knowledge, we're never without hope. (And bonus points to Sutton for a rockin' book cover!); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Manual; Author: Visit Amazon's Sherryle Kiser Jackson Page; Review: If my son got suspended for sticking his hand up a girl's pants and I was called in front of a panel of his teachers to hear about it, I'd probably want the floor to open up and swallow me whole. But single mom Deidre Collins handles the situation with a lot of prayer and remarkable restraint. This is one reason she makes such a sympathetic character. Her son, DeAndre, has lost his ever lovin' mind and unfortunately, things only go downhill from there. It's clear DeAndre needs a male role model in his life. Instead of accepting the help of the smarmy brother at her church willing to 'stand in the gap', Deidre reluctantly turns to her baby's daddy, and the only man she's ever loved, Andre Hicks. But when old sparks start to fly, Deidre is tempted to fall into familiar patterns of sin. Will God give her the strength to live out her faith? I have a soft spot for books that reunite high school sweethearts. You never fall as hard or as fast you do when you're a teenager. Author Sherryle Jackson illustrates this perfectly by giving us glimpses of DeAndre's first crush. His experience mirrors his parents' young love (with a radically different outcome). And his storyline makes a nice contrast to the mature relationship that grows between Deidre and Andre by the end of the book. Jackson also does a great job with the minor characters in this novel, especially Renita- the workplace slacker who takes more than her share of personal time. Don't we all know somebody like that? I had a couple of small quibbles with this story. I found the names of the main characters (Deidre, DeAndre, and Andre- nicknamed Dre) easy to mix up because they were so similar. Also, I caught a couple of editing mistakes (a missing quotation mark or question mark here and there). But overall, it was a fun, easy read with great voice and characterization. It had just enough of an edge to satisfy this edgy inspy fan, and I finished resolved to add more urban Christian fiction to my diet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Highlander's Sword; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Forester Page; Review: I don't spend much time in the mainstream romance aisle of Barnes and Noble, so if I hadn't read author Amanda Forester's guest post at the Seekerville blog I might have missed this gem completely. Lady Aila Graham's future is laid out for her. She will care for her ailing mother until she passes, then join the convent and devote her life to God. But when her father unexpectedly marries her off to Scottish Laird, Padyn MacLaren, Aila must trust that God will not leave her or forsake her. It's a good thing she has her faith to hold onto, because getting married was just the beginning of a very bumpy ride. She still needs to escape from a kidnapper, help prevent the siege of her land, and thaw the heart of her new husband. Forester crafted a rich setting, filled it with likable, well rounded characters and threw them into an adventure that I couldn't put down. I loved the banter between MacLaren and his right hand man, Chaumont, a French knight with a spotty heritage. Chaumont nearly stole the show as my favorite character (in my head his name was Charmant, French for charming). This book is saucier than an inspirational romance (the genre I normally read), and the message of faith is more subtle, but this book holds crossover appeal and fans of edgy inspirational will not be disappointed. Although it is a mainstream romance, there is no explicit sex (eventually the hero and heroine do get to "know" each other but it is described tastefully using pretty general terms) and there is only an occasional crude word (there are a few arses and the hero confuses his manhood with a rooster once). All things considered, I highly encourage fans of edgy inspirational fiction to give this mainstream romance a try.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor in Petticoats (Sophie's Daughters); Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Connealy Page; Review: I dare you to read the first two chapters of Doctor in Petticoats without chuckling, but if you're like me, you'll laugh out loud. Mary Connealy is known for writing romantic comedies set in the Old West, and Doctor in Petticoats might be her funniest yet. This novel follows the lives of Beth and Mandy McClellan, who we first met as children in the novel Petticoat Ranch. Beth and Mandy have grown up and married, and their parents are less than enthusiastic about either of their husbands. The men have something else in common besides not winning Sophie and Clay's approval. During the course of the novel, each of them commits what amounts to a cardinal sin in the Old West...they cry. But that's where the similarities end. The author deftly turns one of these tortured souls into a beta hero, and the other into a slime ball. Connealy plays to her strengths in this novel. Humor is her strong point followed closely by her action and adventure scenes. The romance is light and sweet and the story is definitely entertaining. Since this is the beginning of a new series, we are left with one unresolved storyline, but that did not diminish my enjoyment of the book. Actually, I highly recommend it. If you've never read a Connealy novel, this would be the perfect place to begin. (I received a review copy from Netgalley); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Other; Author: Visit Amazon's Shawna K Williams Page; Review: In general, I don't buy stories set around WWII. That time period never seems to connect with me. But when I saw No Other advertised at a price I couldn't resist, coupled with the fact that I've "met" the author online and found her as sweet as can be, I decided to give this one a chance. I don't know what I was expecting. But I certainly wasn't expecting to like this book as much as I did. It was a *very* pleasant surprise. I knew in advance that No Other was considered edgy christian fiction, but still the actions of the main characters surprised me (and surprising this reader is a good thing!) The climax of the story was extremely well done- the antagonists were some of my favorite characters. They were really nasty people that I enjoyed hating, well drawn by the author. The book wraps up 99.5% of its storylines, but that one half of a percent is left for the sequel which I will be sure to buy. Shawna Williams is on my to read list from now on, whether she's writing about WWII or not.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Missing Mabel (Curl Up and Dye Mystery Series, No. 1 / Hometown Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Nancy Mehl Page; Review: Missing Mabel is a cozy mystery with a side of romance. The story would work without the love interest, which makes this novel outside of the genre I normally review. But when I saw the product description on NetGalley, I thought the premise was too interesting not to pick up. I'm glad I gave it a chance because there are several things I absolutely loved about this book. I loved the characterization. Hilde is an eccentric girl who wears purple streaks in her hair, has a deep rooted fear of clowns, and makes award winning fried SPAM. She is the proud owner of a waving gold fish and she sees dead people- daily. I loved that for a cozy mystery, this book had surprising depth. Hilde has to confront some troubling events from her past and heal her relationship with her mother. The message of faith and forgiveness was perfectly applied, it grew naturally from the storyline and didn't appear heavy handed. I loved the author's voice. This book was a quick, fun read. The reason I'm book crushin' instead of book lovin' this novel is I found the climax of the story a little anti climatic. The ending just seemed like it was missing something to me. Hilde finally realizes she knows who the killer is and the following chapter cuts to a recap of how things turned out. I guess I hoped she'd get to confront the big baddie somewhere in between. Overall, Missing Mabel was a couple of hours of easy entertainment and when I get the next urge to read a mystery, I won't hesitate to pick up another one of Nancy Mehl's books. (Thanks to Netgalley for the review copy).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rodeo Redemption; Author: Visit Amazon's Teri Wilson Page; Review: A decade ago, rodeo queen Josie Turner was jilted at the alter. These days she shuns her rodeo queen title, has sworn off men, and lives by the motto "I'd rather be a beggar and single than a queen and married." With the help of the faithful pug she named Remedy- as in the remedy for a broken heart, Josie pieced her life back together. Now she runs a successful pet grooming business in her hometown of Angel Springs, Texas. But when the man who left her at the alter returns, Josie finds everyone's willing to forgive and forget, including her parents. With the whole town trying to play matchmaker, is Josie the only one who can't get past the past? Rodeo Redemption is the best romance I've read all summer. It was an absolute joy to read. The romantic tension was perfect and the author's voice sparkled with sass and humor. Once I started reading, I couldn't stop until I was finished (which was around 2am). Turns out the hero had very important reasons for being away so long, and when he finally conquers his demons, it really tugs at your heart. I wouldn't call it a tear jerker, but this book definitely had its tissue worthy moments. And the romance actually gave me butterflies in my stomach. Isn't that what every girl wants when she reads a love story? Well done, Teri Wilson. I'll be back! (I received a review copy of this book in PDF format from White Rose Publishing, but I think I might have to buy the print version. This one belongs on the keeper shelf.); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid to Match; Author: Visit Amazon's Deeanne Gist Page; Review: If I measured the heat level of a romance by how many times I dog eared the pages to come back to them, then Maid to Match would be like a summer in Arizona. This inspirational romance was steamy, just the way I like 'em. And just so we're clear, a steamy inspirational means lots of restrained passion, not graphic descriptions. Deeanne Gist has a way with writing dialogue- romantic one liners that just rip at your heart and bottom out your stomach (there's a scene involving shirt measurements that made me swoon). If you've been reading my blog, you already know I'm a huge fan of Gist's work. But I'd place this latest book in her top three, along with my dog eared copies of A Bride Most Begrudging and The Measure of a Lady. Mack and Tillie are both likable characters with hearts for God. I found the premise of a romance between house servants at the Biltmore Estate unique, and I got such a kick out of exploring the setting- turn of the century North Carolina. One of the thrills of reading a great book is discovering new places, and Maid to Match delivered on that account too. The author hinted at a mountain man culture in that area that I'd never heard of. And the details she included about the Biltmore Estate made me wish I could visit. I definitely recommend you put Maid to Match on your must read list!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Within My Heart (Timber Ridge Reflections, Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Tamera Alexander Page; Review: Within My Heart is not a high drama, action packed historical. There are no big baddies to wreak havoc on our hero and heroine. There are several little baddies, but until the end, the tension is low. Instead, Within My Heart is the story of love and of loss and of living again. This book sneaks up on you, its vivid scenery and budding romance lowers your guard as the layers of the characters are peeled back. Before you know it, you're hit with an emotional wallop that affects you as deeply as the residents of Timber Ridge. When I finished this story, I was red-eyed and wrung out, honking into my last Kleenex. Just as I thought, "the book's over, I can catch my breath," there's the author's note at the end from Tamera Alexander sharing her personal story...and well, I had to get the second box of tissues. (Cyber hugs to Tammy, and thanks for opening up to us). Maybe I shouldn't have picked this one up while I was feeling hormonal. But I'm the kind of gal who finds a good cry cathartic, so I loved every minute of this ride. Fans of Alexander will notice the different feel to this book, but I'm confident that like me, they'll embrace it. (Baker Publishing provided a review copy); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets and Lies (Urban Christian); Author: Visit Amazon's Rhonda McKnight Page; Review: Secrets and Lies is the emotional story of a marriage falling apart. Jonah Morgan is a pediatric cardiologist who works too hard, drinks too much, and shares too little with his spouse. His wife Faith is trying to walk in the word and live up to her name. But when her husband's drunken rage threatens to hurt her son, she takes the kids and moves out. There was a lot of bitterness and resentment on both Faith and Jonah's parts. The author does an excellent job portraying those emotions, because I felt as if I were going through this separation with them. Since the destruction of their marriage seemed so authentic, I found this a tough read. But the author gives us breaks of levity in this novel- sparks of snarky humor that revolve around Jonah's gold digging coworker, Samaria, whose breasts could have been a main character. I dog-eared some of my favorite lines: p. 114 "Faith...watched Samaria pull on the sides of her bra. Samaria was wasting her time. Those babies weren't getting back in there." p. 128 "With each step she took, her huge breasts were closing the space between them. If they could talk, they would be chanting, "Touch us." Mcknight is a solid writer and I can honestly say I liked the book. She did an effective job of telling Faith and Jonah's story which ultimately has a happy ending. My taste leans more toward 'sweep you off your feet' romance though, and this novel did not fall into that category. (I received a review copy from the author); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Hope Undaunted: A Novel (Winds of Change); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Lessman Page; Review: One thing I adore about Julie Lessman books is there's always more than one story on stage. Some of her finest work is done in the subplots, and A Hope Undaunted is no exception. This novel follows the romance of the youngest O'Connor, Katie, and her childhood nemesis, Cluny Magee. The angst involved as Katie and Cluny navigate their love/hate relationship made me love/love this book. But some of the most touching work comes from watching not just the romantic love blossoming between Katie and Cluny, but also the agape love shown by some of the more mature married couples, characters in the midst real marital strife- who choose to love each other anyway, and lean on God. Sometimes romance fans (myself included) need a healthy dose of what Biblical love really looks like and I found the subplots of this book refreshing. Here's where I could get off on a tangent and discuss how using various subplots, Julie Lessman actually incorporated all three types of New Testament love in A Hope Undaunted, eros, phileo and agape- but I'll save you the detailed anaysis. Instead, I end with this question for Lessman fans: Have you all noticed how much action the O'Connor porch swing gets? I think I'm gonna have to install one of those. ;) (Available September 2010 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group. I received a review copy from the publisher.); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrangler in Petticoats (Sophie's Daughters); Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Connealy Page; Review: Wrangler in Petticoats, the second book in the Sophie's Daughters series, is non stop action and romance- the book equivalent to a summer popcorn movie. Revisiting these characters was as easy as watching my favorite actors on the big screen. And I had a grin on my face the whole time! The feisty McClellan girls are back (as are their friends Luther and Buff). This installment focuses on Sally, a rough-ridin', chaps-wearin' wrangler with a secret girlie streak. Sally miraculously survives a dry gulch ambush and Logan is the tender heart who finds her and takes her home to recover. But like Doctor in Petticoats, this is Mandy's story too. I really like what Mary Connealy is doing with Mandy's storyline. Since she's stretched it over three books, I have a feeling Sharpshooter in Petticoats (the third in this series) will have a greater emotional payoff. The restrained passion that Mandy shows in the subplot is some of the most romantic writing in the book and I can't wait to read her happily ever after. January can't get here soon enough. (Thanks to Netgalley for my review copy).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hatteras Girl; Author: Visit Amazon's Alice J. Wisler Page; Review: I love destination books, novels whose settings make you feel like you're on vacation. So when I saw Hatteras Girl advertised for the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance tour, I had to grab it. I can think of no better way to combat falling temperatures in the Northeast than dreaming about flying kites on the beach in the Outer Banks. Hatteras Girl is a sweet contemporary romance about Jackie Donovan, a thirty year old journalist who collects fisherman hats and dreams of getting married and owning her own bed and breakfast. For now, she shares her life with her recently widowed best friend, Minnie, and her temper-tantrum-throwing five year old son Zane. The author did a great job building this southern coastal community and filling it with interesting characters who were just quirky enough to seem real. For the most part, her characterization was spot on. There was one character trait I questioned, though. I believe the author's intent was to show Jackie's conflicted feelings about caring for her friend's son Zane. She tried to show her both liking (possibly loving) the little boy as well as resenting the burden of his presence. But I found hinting at resentment toward a fatherless child-no matter how conflicted-made Jackie a smidge less likable as a heroine. Others might think it just made her more realistic. Either way, that's the only minor quibble I have with this otherwise enjoyable story. If you're looking for a taste of summer this fall, I highly recommend picking up this book. And if reading about the beach doesn't warm you up, the author includes a recipe in the back of the novel that will certainly do the trick. It's for bacon cornbread, one of the dishes served at the Bailey House Bed and Breakfast. We made it for dinner this weekend. It was a little heavier than regular cornbread but so yummy! I received a book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Havah; Author: Visit Amazon's Tosca Lee Page; Review: The language and the imagery in this book is truly amazing. Tosca Lee describes the love and the passion of living with the mate God designed for you in the Garden full of every wondrous thing so vividly, that when Havah was banished and distanced from The One, I felt the loss myself. I liked the creative additions that she gave the story, the idea that humans might have had a sixth sense in the Garden which was lost after the banishment. This is definitely a work of fiction, but I appreciate the uniqueness of the story. There were some scenes I found uncomfortable, I thought Adam and Havah's relationship with their children took some uneasy turns. This novel is more literary than I typically read. It's not a high action, page turner of a story. It's more of a slow simmer with lots of thought provoking layers. It made the perfect book club pick. I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review. I also reviewed it as a part of my online book club.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Masquerade Marriage; Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Greene Page; Review: I did not intend to commit my entire Sunday to this book (I had plenty of things to do today) but when I picked up Masquerade Marriage this morning, the first chapter hooked me and the following pages propelled me toward the end! Anne Greene crafted two irresistible characters (one of which was a hunky highlander), threw them into a heap of danger, and ratcheted up the tension with each passing chapter. The romance in this novel is pitch perfect and though it's based on a marriage of convenience, I didn't find the storyline predictable at all. In fact, my stomach was clenched right up until the last page wondering if Brody and Megan were actually going to get their happily ever after. I won't tell you if they did or not, you'll just have to read it to find out. :P If I could change one thing about this book, I would choose something that has nothing to do with the writing. I wish that the cover more accurately portrayed what a compelling story this is. Even for e-books, covers are what catch my attention first and I think this one was just a little too dark to do justice to such a fantastic story. (I received a review copy from WRP for my honest opinion); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Tickets to the Christmas Ball: A Novella; Author: Visit Amazon's Donita K. Paul Page; Review: Two Tickets to the Christmas Ball by Donita K. Paul is a delightful story about what happens to the neighborhood cat lady and the office nerd when a little bit of Christmas magic drops into their otherwise mundane little lives. I loved the anti-hero aspects of the main characters. Both the hero and heroine are boring, non-descript people. Cora lives a solitary existence with her pet cat and though she participates in Christmas rituals, never actually celebrates the holiday. At thirty, Simon still lives with his parents and carries around the sting of rejection left over from his geeky high school years. But as the author peels back their layers to reveal a beauty that runs deeper than what's on the surface, we really begin care about these characters. I loved the idea of a novel mixing magic and fantasy with an element of faith. It was completely different than anything I've ever read. This is a Cinderella fairy tale complete with a wicked sister, a magical ball and a Prince Charming. And it definitely charmed me this Christmas.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Beth Pattillo Page; Review: Though I've read plenty of Jane Austen, before this book, I'd never read any Austen-inspired fiction. Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart is a quirky little story about a woman who finds herself caught up in a mystery surrounding the first draft of Pride and Prejudice. I loved the setting (there's something very romantic about Oxford), and I enjoyed the eccentric cast of characters. The romance in the last chapter is some of the best I've read. Pattillo took a risk by writing as Jane Austen for a good portion of the novel, but I think it was a huge success. The inspy in this inspirational romance is very, very subtle. I mention it because one of the complaints I've heard about Christian fiction is the authors' heavy handed treatment of faith in inspirational stories. If you didn't know Guideposts was a Christian publisher, you might not even recognize this one as an inspirational romance. So, for readers who are not sure Christian fiction is their cup of tea, I think Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart might make a good first taste. It's a fresh, offbeat novel which has definitely inspired me to seek out other Austen-esque stories.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Lady Like Sarah (A Rocky Creek Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Margaret Brownley Page; Review: This novel is about a tough outlaw with a heart of gold. Sarah Prescott may not know much about the Bible, or much about polite society, but she knows what she wants and she fights for it. A Lady Like Sarah is a high action story combined with a sweet romance. It was a quick, fun read with a strong faith element and it reminded me a little of another one of my favorite authors, Mary Connealy. I will definitely seek out other Margaret Brownley books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seaside Letters (Nantucket Love Story); Author: Visit Amazon's Denise Hunter Page; Review: Seaside Letters was everything I want in a romance. It grabbed me from the first chapter with angst and emotion and kept me glued to my seat until the book finished some three hundred pages and a couple of hours later. I did not get up to get a drink, I did not get a snack. I did not answer my cell phone. I just sat there and read the entire novel in one sitting. This is the kind of book that makes me LOVE romance (and yes, all caps required). The heroine was vulnerable and wary. The hero was resourceful and extremely patient. Their relationship was a cat and mouse game where the stakes rose as each chapter passed. There is some suspension of disbelief required of the reader to get through the middle plot twists, but really, romance lovers like myself are used to suspending disbelief in order to enjoy the story (Twilight, anyone?). Shout out to Denise Hunter...you've just made another slightly obsessed book blogging stalker...er, fan. I'll be tracking down everything you've written!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: driftwood lane (Nantucket); Author: Visit Amazon's Denise Hunter Page; Review: I wasn't three chapters into this book before I found myself browsing for vacation rentals in Nantucket. There is just something about The Nantucket Love Story Series series by Denise Hunter that really makes me want to visit the island. Driftwood Lane is the final title in the series, but only the second I've read. And though I love this author, I refuse to read the last two books (or in this case, the first two) until my feet are buried ankle deep in Nantucket sand. Driftwood Lane is a contemporary romance and a perfect example of why I love this genre. Take one romantic location (a bed and breakfast on an island off Cape Cod), one handsome leading man who's good with his hands (Jake- the plumber slash carpenter) then mix in a little romantic tension (there's the small matter of the heroine's fiance waiting back home) and you have the recipe for a love story that will leave your toes tingly. Denise Hunter is definitely my favorite discovery this year and even though I'm saving her last two books for my summer vacation, I notice she has a cowboy series coming out this spring. I do love my cowboys...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sons of Thunder (Brothers in Arms); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan May Warren Page; Review: Sons of Thunder by Susan May Warren is an epic story which spans a couple of decades, and takes place on several continents. Though I don't usually care for World War II novels, the setting of this one swept me away. Warren took us from the Greek Isles to prohibition era Chicago, and back again, with enough description to make me feel like I've lived in both places. She filled the book with rich detail, multi-layered characters, and plot twists I never saw coming. I loved how she weaved the story around historical events and actual people. Fair warning, this is no light and fluffy read (a fact that suits this edgy christian fiction lover just fine). Warren has mastered the art of brainstorming the worst possible thing that could happen to her characters-then writing it in. These are flawed people who've drawn the short straw in life and nothing's off the table when it comes to self preservation. But resourcefulness will only get them so far. At some point each must decide if "God will deliver us" is just a platitude or a promise he can believe in. Sons of Thunder easily places in my top ten of 2010. It's the kind of novel that would make an excellent movie. I wonder if anyone's bought the film rights yet. Hollywood, are you listening?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girl in the Gatehouse; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Klassen Page; Review: The author's bio on the back of this book says, "Julie Klassen loves all things Jane- Jane Eyre and Jane Austen." ...And I love all things Julie Klassen. The Girl in the Gatehouse is the third novel I've read by this author and each has been fantastic. I actually snuck this one to work in my purse to read during my free periods instead of photocopying worksheets for my students. The Auten-esque feel of this Regency romance starts with the beautiful cover and continues into the storyline which is about a disgraced woman who's fallen from her place in society-a recurring theme in Jane Austen books. I would not consider this novel edgy in any way, but I was surprised by the level of disgrace the heroine endured in her backstory. I kept thinking she must be remembering things as worse than they were-but no, she really went there. In my opinion, the harder the characters fall, the sweeter the redemption, and Klassen does a great job weaving a theme of forgiveness throughout the book. Another thing she weaves throughout the book is mystery. She crafted a tranquil, romantic setting, filled it with an eccentric cast of characters who aren't always what they appear, and turned their quiet lives into an adventure I couldn't put down. (Thanks to the publisher for my review copy).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The sweet by and by value edition (Songbird Novels); Author: Visit Amazon's Sara Evans Page; Review: I'm not usually a women's fiction fan, but I am a huge Rachel Hauck fan and her collaboration with Sara Evans did not let me down. Like her other stories, this book was filled with her signature multi-layered characters. Beryl is an aging hippie trying to reconnect with her estranged daughter Jade. Unfortunately, Jade carries a lot of bitterness and anger toward her mother. As the authors deftly reveal her hurts to us one layer at a time, we ache over her past but cheer her on as she finally learns to release the pain. This is ultimately a feel good story about a woman who discovers God's love for her runs deeper than the wounds on her soul. It had just enough romance mixed with the drama to satisfy this die hard romantic; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Save the Date; Author: Visit Amazon's Jenny B. Jones Page; Review: This book was stinking hilarious. There were so many things I loved about it, the snarky banter between the leads, the quirky supporting cast, the romance- oh my stars the romance! But one thing really stood out after I put the book down. I found Lucy's come to Jesus moment to be fresh and original. It was powerful without being heavy handed and some of the most organic writing I've seen in Christian fiction; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Destiny's Dream (Solomon's Gate Series, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Delia Latham Page; Review: I was drawn to Destiny's Dream by the irreverant humor of the back cover blurb. But this didn't turn out to be the romantic comedy I was expecting. The novel opens with a truly heartbreaking prologue (*really* well done, but totally unexpected) then continues with a funny first chapter. But pretty soon after that, the tone of the book changes and this story evolves into a romantic suspense. The hero and heroine get together pretty early on, so the suspense doesn't involve questions about their relationship. Instead there is a big baddie and our heroine is put into some pretty dangerous situations. One aspect I found interesting about this book was Destiny's supernatural connection to God. He communicates with her in some pretty real ways and that is not something you often see in Christian fiction. I appreciated the unique-ness of the plot. Overall, this was a solid story, but my personal taste runs more toward a heavier angst ridden romance or romantic comedy and less toward thriller/suspense. However, if you are a fan of light romance and lots of suspense, this might be the perfect book for you.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love, Charleston; Author: Visit Amazon's Beth Webb Hart Page; Review: Love, Charleston is just one of those books that you'd love to cuddle up with in a blanket and really savor! I found myself in an inner battle between wanting to know what was next and wanting to draw everything out and enjoy it. Beth Webb Hart has created a romantic yet gritty story here that touches and pulls at your heart in so many ways. Anne Brumley is single, tall and beautiful! She is a bell ringer at St. Michaels in Charleston and has a dream of her true love. As the years pass, Anne finds herself doubting the clear voice she heard so many years ago. Lish is a well off mother of two with one on the way. Her husband has a demanding job that takes him away from their beautiful home far too often. Lish finds herself in a situation that she cannot handle alone and must depend on everyone close to her to pull through. Della is a writer who dreams of getting that best seller published. Her gorgeous husband is an artist and they share a beautiful daughter. They struggle to make ends meet and have lost their happy place. Soon Della finds herself trapped in the seduction of a missed opportunity with a man from her past. Roy Summerall is a minister in the country. He is called along with his daughter Rose to a completely different way of life in the big city. Roy can still remember the attitudes that the city folk exuded from when he was a child. He struggles to figure out how to minister to this upper class congregation in his simple way. You will find yourself rooting for each of these folks in their own unique way. You will sympathize with them, love them, hurt for them and completely enjoy following their lives right through the very last page! *Thanks to Book Sneeze for the review copy *Reviewed by Julia D. for Edgy Inspirational Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Give the Lady a Ride; Author: Linda Yezak; Review: Give the Lady a Ride by Linda Yezak definitely charmed this city slicker. I've never been on a horse, but after Yezak's debut I'm thisclose to saddlin' up for my own ranch and rodeo adventure (I'll have to draw the line at palpating cows, though). She did a fantastic job including details that really brought life out west into focus. I could almost smell the joe brewing in the kitchen, and hear the characters' boot steps on plank floorboards. This is a short, quick read- about the length of a Love Inspired novel, with charming characters and sweet romance. Give the Lady a Ride is certainly a ride worth taking.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rodeo Rescue; Author: Visit Amazon's Teri Wilson Page; Review: Teri Wilson rocks at writing the broken hero, men with emotional or physical scars that you wanna take home and tend to health. This is the second book I've read of hers and it pretty much ensures she will remain on my must read list in the future. In Rodeo Rescue, Wilson crafted romantic tension so strong you could reach out and pluck it, then delivered one of the best first kiss scenes I've read in a while. I'm tempted to quote it here, but you should probably read it for yourself. This short book packs a huge emotional hit and if you're anything like me, you won't be able to read it without a goofy grin on your face. Rescue is the second in a series. It's a standalone so you don't have to read number one (but the first made my top ten romances of 2010, so why wouldn't you?). The author grounds us in the series by bringing back Josie and Luke from Rodeo Redemption. I only wish Josie had played a meaningful part in the story, I kinda felt like she was just filling up space. It's the only minor quibble I had with an otherwise superb book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Evolving in Monkey Town: How a Girl Who Knew All the Answers Learned to Ask the Questions; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Held Evans Page; Review: Every now and then I need the reading equivalent of smelling a bowl of coffee beans. I need something completely different than romance to cleanse my palate. Usually I choose YA or general market fiction, or sometimes a celebrity biography, none of which gets reviewed on my blog. This time I picked up Evolving in Monkey Town by Rachel Held Evans, a memoir about a young women questioning her faith. Rachel is the type of person I'd love to chat with over coffee at Starbucks. I love her snarky self-depreciating humor. We hold remarkably similar political views. I have asked God the questions she asks. This book is highly readable, a real page turner, and for me to say that about non fiction is pretty rare. It's the kind of book I feel compelled to get on my personal Facebook account and share with old buddies from my Christian college days. Despite the title, Monkey Town has very little to do with evolution or the Scopes Monkey trials (and too bad, because that'd make a great conversation. Meet me in Starbucks one day and we'll chat). Instead, the title comes from the evolution of Rachel's faith. Something I can totally relate to. She's speaking to my people. Those of us who grew up in fundamental Christian homes, whose conversion experiences were so early we barely remember them. All of us reach a point (hopefully) where we seek, and we question, and we evolve from a childlike acceptance of our faith to a mature relationship with the Almighty. In the end, I may not accept all of Rachel's conclusions. But some of the things she said resonated soooo true, that I couldn't help but agree out loud, "yes! YES!" Evolving in Monkey Town was a 2010 INSPY award winner for the Creative Non Fiction category and it's easy to see why it won. You don't have to agree with everything Rachel believes to identify with the journey she's on. God Bless, Rachel Held Evans. May the Lord continue to reveal himself to you. (I did not receive this book for review. I read it for fun).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lightkeeper's Ball (Mercy Falls); Author: Visit Amazon's Colleen Coble Page; Review: The cover of The Lightkeeper's Ball is stunning and called to me from my bookshelf. Even though I haven't really been in the mood for a historical and even though I had several reviews due ahead of it, I couldn't stop myself from picking up this novel. Colleen Coble wrote a romance encased in a whodunnit. There's a murderer on the loose in Mercy Falls and his identity had me guessing right up until the reveal. Each time I thought I had it figured it out, I was proved wrong. Spoiler: Turns out, it's not Colonel Mustard in the library with a candlestick. The author does a fantastic job building romantic tension between the leads. It was fun watching Olivia and Harrison's relationship change from bristly to friendly to love. There is some suspension of disbelief required to make the story work, and this is my one complaint. I was able to accept Harrison proposing without even knowing Olivia's first name...um, a little far-fetched, but whatever. But then he took her home to introduce her to his mother, and not only didn't he use her first name, his mother never asked what it was either! Anyone who's married knows you'll never pull something like that over on a mother in law. At your first meeting she'll get your name, your mother's maiden name, your kindergarten teacher's name and probably pull a credit report and run your fingerprints as well. I found that one aspect pushed the boundaries of realism, but this is such a fun story filled with great action that I was ultimately able to overlook it and get caught up in the adventure. (Thanks to The B&B Media Group for my review copy); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heartsight; Author: Visit Amazon's Kay Springsteen Page; Review: Dan Conyers is blind. He carries phyicsal and emotional scars, but he's anything but helpless. This ex-military man was of the hottest heros I've met in a long time. Kudos to the author for taking her leading man in a brand new direction. I normally review Christian fiction, and probably wouldn't have read this if I had known it didn't really fit that category, but I'm glad I gave it a chance. Heartsight is a sweet/contemporary romance and a quick read. Springsteen crafted characters that wormed their way into my heart almost immediately. She did a particularly great job writing the slime ball ex-husband. He made a fantastic antagonist, someone I loved hating. If you're a fan of sweet romance, sets your sights on Heartsight.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lady of Bolton Hill; Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Camden Page; Review: Daniel and Clara are childhood friends torn apart before their sparks of romance could ignite. When they cross paths twelve years later the heat between them creates an inferno on the page. The romance in The Lady of Bolton Hill got so steamy- for a minute there, I thought it might be headed in a whole different direction. Rest assured, we don't cross out of Christian fiction territory, but if you are a fan of edgy inspirational you'll enjoy the romance in this one. There was much for me to love in this book and I finished it in one sitting. The whole labor and union plot line reminded me a little bit of the series North and South and once that image popped into my head, I couldn't help but picture Richard Armitage as Daniel. If I had to cast someone to play the role, he'd soooo be my pick. If I had one criticism of the novel, it would be that Clara seems to don a Super Christian costume to convert the lost. The reader doesn't actually see spandex, but Clara must have worn it underneath her dress because she wields an unbelievable power of persuasion over the unchurched. But in my experience a good romance covers a multitude of sticky plot points (or in this case a single sticky plot point). And the romance in The Lady of Bolton Hill was very good. If you're anything like me, you'll still be thinking about the tingling in your tummy long after you put the book down. Elizabeth Camden, welcome to my must read list. (Thanks to CFBA and the publisher for my review copy); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Win Her Heart; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Witemeyer Page; Review: I have a soft spot for heroes traveling the road to redemption and something about Levi Grant weaseled its way into my mushy little heart. He's a burly guy who speaks with a lisp, a former prize fighter with a temperament as mild as Ferdinand the bull. His contradictions could be used as a model for building character profiles. I am fascinated by how Witemeyer managed to write Levi's dialogue throughout the entire novel and never include the /s/ sound, until the few instances where she wanted to show his vulnerability (he guards his speech due to his lisp). I don't usually notice craft when I'm enjoying a story as much as I enjoyed this one, but I found the dialogue clever. If you're a fan of historical romance, there's nothing here to dislike. To Win Her Heart contained likable characters, a spoonful of angst, and a huge emotional payoff at the end. This was my first Witemeyer book, but it certainly won't be my last. (Bethany House provided a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lilly's Wedding Quilt (A Patch of Heaven Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Kelly Long Page; Review: I had a bad reaction to a bonnet book a decade ago (broke out in a nasty case of book flinging) and have avoided the genre ever since. But not without a little guilt. Edgy or not, I write a Christian romance blog and to ignore the Amish is to ignore a huge section of the inspirational market. So I put "read a bonnet book" at the top of my to-do list, but it kept slipping somewhere behind call Aunt Edna and clip my toenails. I just couldn't get excited about it. Last month, my Google alerts picked up a conversation about an edgy Amish novel that caught my attention. I checked Amazon for the novel being discussed, Lilly's Wedding Quilt by Kelly Long, and when I read the one star review nestled between all the four and five star ones, my interest grew. It sounded like just the kind of book I'd looooove. Then a friend on Goodreads called Kelly Long the Amish Deeanne Gist, and I was sold (read the backstory on my Deeanne Gist obsession at my blog). Don't let its vanilla cover fool you, Lily's Wedding Quilt had everything I love in an edgy inspirational romance, high romantic tension, lots of relationship angst, and kissing scenes that'll flap your church fan. It's the closest thing I've read to Deeanne Gist this year except, obviously, Deeanne Gist. In addition to raising the heat level, I loved that the author touched on the topic of depression in the Christian community. In my opinion, there is some misinformation and harmful teaching coming from pulpits on that issue and her book does a great job addressing it. As long as I don't picture Jacob kissing Lily with that married Amish beard of his (those things aren't attractive at all) I can say Lilly's Wedding Quilt is one of the best romances I've read in 2011. (I did not receive this book for review, I purchased it myself).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Empire in Pine Book One: The Green Veil (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Naomi Musch Page; Review: The Green Veil is an epic saga of people living and loving in the rugged forests of 18th century Wisconsin. With multiple points of view, It weaves throughout the lives of many different characters and takes place of the course of a decade or more. The author crafted a rich setting filled it with a diverse cast of characters. The one constant in this novel is Colette. This is her story, and when we glimpse her future in the prologue, we know her life is going to be painful- we just don't know which path she travels to get there. The twist and turns her story takes before she hits rock bottom kept me guessing throughout the book. While this book is about relationships, it is not your typical romance. The man who ultimately turns out to Colette's hero is separated from her for about 90% of the story. That was a little tough to take for a romance nut like myself. However, if you like long, rich, historical books with a romance thread running through but not driving the story (think Gone with the Wind, only not so long), this is the perfect book for you.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stories I Only Tell My Friends; Author: Visit Amazon's Rob Lowe Page; Review: A fascinating, highly readable memoir by one of my favorite teen heartthrobs. Stories about his childhood chutzpah, his hard partying Brat Pack days, and the bizarre coincidences that have followed him in life made this book perfect brain candy for the lazy days of summer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Girl Does It; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Van Dyken Page; Review: If you follow my blog, you know I'm a sucker for snarky humor. I'm excited to tell you I found an author to watch! Rachel Van Dyken has a fun, sassy voice and Every Girl Does It was an easy, humorous, read with several snort-out-loud moments. Van Dyken's chick lit style kept me flipping the pages. Occasionally her humor hit a wrong note and the bickering between her hero and heroine was a little overdone, but I whizzed through this book in only a few hours which is a testament to the author's engaging voice. Rachel Van Dyken is author who brings the funny and I look forward to watching her craft develop. I have a feeling she'll be joining the ranks of Kristin Billerbeck or Jenny B. Jones one day. You heard it here first. (I received an advanced review copy and although I noticed typos, they are typically fixed before the final version is released).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jane Austen Ruined My Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Beth Pattillo Page; Review: I admire how Beth Pattillo plucks her heroes from the ranks of academia, she has a real knack for turning book nerds into dashing leading men. Her quirky writing style makes her novels completely different than anything else in the CBA. Like Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart, I found the inspy in this inspirational to be very mild, which might be a selling point for those not used to Christian fiction. I enjoyed getting a peak into Jane Austen's real life. Although many details were imagined by the author, there were enough facts sprinkled in to find it fascinating. But because of Pattillo's light-handed treatment of the romantic plot line, I found it difficult to consider this a page turner (y'all know how I feel about my romance). It was interesting enough, just not as engaging as the cover promised.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Redeeming the Rogue (Love Inspired Historical); Author: Visit Amazon's C. J. Chase Page; Review: Redeeming the Rogue is a Regency by C.J. Chase whose plot propelled me forward. Someone's trying to kill Mattie Fraser. I spent the entire book trying to figure out the identity of the big bad with virtually every character under suspicion, but ultimately came away completely surprised. Kudos to the author for keeping me guessing. The spiritual arc in Redeeming the Rogue well written and tied in perfectly with the romance. Mattie is a gutsy heroine from a broken family, Kit is a man of intrigue carrying a few demons from the war. For any hope of a future together they must each let go of the past and forgive the unforgivable. Complex characters, unexpected twists and light romance makes Redeeming the Rogue the perfect book to stash in your beach bag this summer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Control (The Kincaid Brides Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Connealy Page; Review: Mary Connealy may have switched publishers, but I'm happy she took her trademark sense of humor with her. As usual, she manages to balance snort worthy moments with heart stopping action to craft a highly engaging novel. Stepping foot in the dark caverns near his ranch makes Rafe feel out of control, but Julia can't resist exploring them, even if it means risking her life. That's the kind of premise that ensures terror in the caves coming right up! On a recent field trip with my son, I experienced the suffocating fear of being in a pitch black cavern so I could appreciate what the characters were going through. (In my case, the darkness only lasted a minute-long enough for a spider to crawl up my arm and induce cardiac arrest- but I digress). There were about thirty pages in the second half of this book where I felt the plot meandered a bit and the action slowed down. But it picked up again toward the end for a strong finish.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Champion (Love Inspired Historical); Author: Visit Amazon's Carla Capshaw Page; Review: Until now, I assumed Love Inspired was synonymous with light romance (not that there's anything wrong with that) but thanks to Carla Capshaw I'll have to mentally re-shelve the line. Sparks started flying in chapter one of The Champion and the romantic tension continued to build making this summer read as refreshing as a glass of iced tea, and not nearly as sweet as I expected. Fans of the line needn't worry, your favorite Love Inspired authors haven't swapped places with Harlequin Blaze writers. But if you read a lot of Christian category, you might notice an uptick in the heat level- a fact that wasn't wasted on this edgy Christian fiction lover. Alexius is a gladiator with rage issues, Tibi is the woman who brings out his tender side. Both of the leads were extremely likable, and their faith journeys didn't feel heavy handed. I found the setting and tone reminiscent of Francine Rivers' Mark of the Lion series (but obviously not as graphic). I'm not sure if Capshaw's work represents what we can expect from Love Inspired in the future, but in my best British waif accent, "Please sir, I want some more!"; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Colonel's Lady; Author: Visit Amazon's Laura Frantz Page; Review: I'm a little late to the Laura Frantz party, my book blogging friends have been singing her praises for a while. But now I see the appeal. I found her writing style lyrical and poetic and reminiscent of another one of my favorite authors, Tamera Alexander. The Colonel's Lady is the kind of novel you'll want to savor on lazy Saturday afternoon (even if your lazy afternoon means reading a good portion of it in parking lots while playing family chauffeur). Whether you can while away a rainy day on your sofa, or have to sneak it in between running errands, I must insist you read this book. Set in a backdrop of the Revolutionary War, The Colonel's Lady was about the relationship between Colonel Cass McLinn and Roxanna Rowan, the daughter of one of his slain soldiers. The relationship between Roxanna and Cass may have been forged on a deathbed promise, but it grew in intensity as the story progressed until it mirrored the colonel's intense personality and the intensity of his kisses. Yeah, there was some *really* good kissing in this book (that alone might be enough for some of us to go storming the bookstores, eh?). But throw in a few plot twists readers won't see coming, and a climatic battle at the end, and you've got a recipe one of the best historical romances of the year. Well done, Laura Frantz. I'm looking forward to reading your backlist. Available August 2011 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group. Thanks to Revell for my review copy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fairer Than Morning (Saddler's Legacy); Author: Visit Amazon's Rosslyn Elliott Page; Review: Fairer Than Morning by Rosslyn Elliott is the story of indentured servant Will Hanby, who learns to trust the Lord in all circumstances. The behaviors of supporting characters in this novel were often shockingly amoral and cruel and for the first time in a while I found myself grateful I didn't live in historical times when duels to the death were appropriate ways to find justice and when people could legally sign away their rights as a person. I fell in love with Will as a hero. Though he was both malnourished and malodorous at the beginning of the story, by the end he was the kind of man you'd want to sweep you off your feet, honorable and brave lacking any noticeable B.O. (always a selling point for me). Elliott's debut was a compelling read, with an ending I had a hard time predicting- and romance is not usually known for being unpredictable. I look forward to reading her future work.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Doctor's Lady; Author: Visit Amazon's Jody Hedlund Page; Review: There is just something soooo romantic about marrying a complete stranger only to fall in love with him later- Yeah...I guess when you type it out like that it doesn't sound very appealing. But in Christian fiction, the marriage of convenience story line is one of my favs and The Doctor's Lady rocks this plot device. In order to pursue careers in missions, Eli and Priscilla need to find spouses. Since neither of them is interested in getting married, they decide to be disinterested together, thus begins a beautiful business relationship. I love how Hedlund throws Priscilla and Eli together in a cross country caravan with her former flame (cause when your husband's just not that into you, the last person you need witnessing the fact is your ex-honey and his pregnant wife). Alternately awkward and poignant moments ensue making this subplot one of my favorites of the book. If you're looking for a highly engaging historical romance that's heavy on the romance (my favorite kind), pick up The Doctor's Lady and hang on for the ride.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cruise Confidential A Hit Below the Waterline; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian David Bruns Page; Review: I picked this up after my first Carnival cruise because I didn't pay for the behind the scenes tour of the ship and this looked interesting. Ugh! My fault for not reading the reviews before purchasing it. The writing is horrendous. The dialogue is awful, the author is fond of both cliches and exclamation points, and his habit of using the word cat instead of God (as in cat bless you, or cat-willing) is just plain annoying. There are a few interesting tidbits about cruise life scattered in between endless stories of broads and booze. But I read the whole thing, and I don't know if (as the author asks) "that makes me stupid or crazy." Maybe it just makes me a cruise fan. I'd say you'd have to really, Really, REALLY love cruising to actually enjoy this book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Softly and Tenderly (A Songbird Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Sara Evans Page; Review: Softly and Tenderly is the second in the Songbird series by Sara Evans and Rachel Hauck, and my review is a little overdue. But lucky for me, there is no time limit on great fiction. If you haven't read this series yet, now is the perfect time to pick it up since all three books have been released. Evans and Hauck fill this story with women who are easy to like. Jade is your best girlfriend and her mother Beryl is an aging hippie with a lifetime of interesting stories. But my favorite character is Jade's mother-in-law, June, who volunteers her pink Cadillac for a road trip adventure Jade's not likely to forget. June is deliciously southern and deeply complex, and the dynamics of her marriage to Rebel make perfect fodder for book club discussions. Women's fiction is not my genre of choice, but I make exceptions for any novel Rachel Hauck's name is attached to. Still, I knew I wasn't in romance-land anymore when I fell heels-over-kindle in love with a character who was not the hero. Seeing as how Jade's husband's name is Max, wearing my Team Dustin tee shirt to this review is probably inappropriate (but if Sara and Rachel ever give him his own book, I'm breaking it out of storage!) Fans of women's fiction will find Softly and Tenderly a satisfying, if bittersweet, ride. Just be sure to pack your tissues because you will cry big, fat, chunky tears along the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Accidental Bride (A Big Sky Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Denise Hunter Page; Review: Travis is a local boy done good. After hitting it big on the rodeo circuit, he returns home to help his childhood sweetheart save her ranch. Shay has fallen on hard times and resists any intervention from the man who once left her at the alter. I'm a sucker for a good childhood sweetheart storyline. And there's something about Travis's cocksure attitude and barely concealed smirks that are so adorable. Their story is heavy (HEAVY!) on the romance and this book boyfriend had my heart beating in my throat. Definitely a five star read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ryn (Eyes of E'veria) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Serena Chase Page; Review: You know those disclaimers bloggers need to provide at the end of their reviews? Well let's set the record straight right now. I know this author (we blog together). I'm invested in this author. I want her to do well. She sent me a free review copy, and then I went out and bought her book anyway. I'm thrilled to pieces about her debut release... ...But I was a little bit scared to read it. Between you and me (and several thousand people on Amazon), it was like meeting your friend's baby for the first time and hoping he's cute. Not that you'd ever let on, but you'd feel sooooo sorry for your buddy if he wasn't! I'm happy to report Serena has nothing to worry about. No cone-shaped heads or unsightly birthmarks here. Her baby is absolutely adorable (think Shiloh Pitt or Suri Cruise cute--minus the temper tantrums and high heels). THE RYN is the story of knights and princesses, secret destinies, and mythical bear-man creatures. It's a beautiful cross between fantasy and fairytale with amazingly intricate world building. I was perfectly content visiting the world Serena created. There was a scene toward the beginning involving the heroine and her brother that made me laugh out loud and I thought "there's Serena's humor!" in the same way you might comment "your baby has your eyes." Then something amazing happened. With a brilliant display of craft, the author flipped the script on both her main character and the readers and sucked us deeper into this fairytale. A vine of tangled ivy couldn't have held my attention any more securely. At that point, THE RYN stopped being Serena's baby and became my story. I took up residence, I moved in. I became Rose and oh-my-word, it was me falling in love with the handsome knight Sir Julien. Serena Chase has created a world in which any fantasy lover would gladly spend the day. It is full of allegory, adventure, mystery and just enough romance to satisfy this romance fan. Bravo my friend on your glorious debut, and bring on THE REMEDY!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: NBC News President Hits Back at Ronan Farrow's Book: "We Have No Secrets and Nothing to Hide"; Abstract: "There is no evidence of any reports of [Matt] Lauer's misconduct before his firing, no settlements, no 'hush money,'" says Noah Oppenheim in a lengthy and detailed staff memo ahead of Tuesday's release of 'Catch and Kill.'; Category: news
Title: Woman, suspect dead at 'Tarzan' actor Ron Ely's California residence; Abstract: Ron Ely, who portrayed Tarzan in the TV series in the 60s, was not harmed and is alive and well, a sheriff's office spokesman said.; Category: tv
Title: Trump's 'bombshell' offer to family of British teen killed in car crash: Diplomat's wife is in next room; Abstract: "The bombshell was dropped not soon after we walked in the room: Anne Sacoolas was in the building and was willing to meet with us," Dunn's mother said.; 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: 'The Office' star Jenna Fischer responds to Chrissy Teigen's theory that Jim and Pam are divorced; Abstract: Jenna, who played Pam opposite John Krasinski's Jim on the hit NBC sitcom, thinks Chrissy got it wrong.; Category: tv
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Title: Kate Middleton Wore a Chic Print Dress for a Private Appearance at Kensington Palace; Abstract: The Duchess of Cambridge even met Camila Cabello at the event.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Kylie Jenner and her bestie get surgery together, plus more news; Abstract: What kind of surgery did Kylie Jenner and her BFF just get together? Plus, more celebrity news for Oct. 23, 2019.; Category: entertainment
Title: Duchess Meghan Hopes Public Will 'Give Her a Break' After Speaking Out; Abstract: Duchess Meghan Hopes Public Will 'Give Her a Break' After Speaking Out; Category: lifestyle
Title: Astros fire assistant GM for 'inappropriate comments'; Abstract: The Astros fired assistant general manager Brandon Taubman on Thursday afternoon.; Category: news
Title: Queen Elizabeth and Michelle Obama Shared 'Instant, Mutual Warmth' When They Broke Royal Protocol; Abstract: Queen Elizabeth Welcomed When Michelle Obama Put Arm Around Her; Category: lifestyle
Title: 'Rich Kids' Stars Morgan Stewart and Brendan Fitzpatrick to Divorce After 3 Years of Marriage; Abstract: ET confirmed earlier this month that Fitzpatrick is now dating 'Bachelor' alum Amanda Stanton.; Category: tv
Title: Meghan King Edmonds and Jim Edmonds Split After 5 Years of Marriage; Abstract: Meghan King Edmonds and Jim Edmonds Split After 5 Years of Marriage; Category: tv
Title: Miranda Lambert Reveals the Real Reason Behind Her Secret Wedding: 'It's Not for Everybody Else'; Abstract: Miranda Lambert Reveals Why She Secretly Married Brendan McLoughlin; Category: music
Title: Fans are crazy in love with Ciara and Russell Wilson's Beyoncé and Jay-Z Halloween costumes; Abstract: Ciara and Russell Wilson recreated Beyoncé and Jay-Z's iconic looks from their 'APES**T' music video for Halloween.; Category: music
Title: Cailtyn Jenner, Khloe Kardashian's relationship remains strained as Caitlyn turns 70, plus more news; Abstract: Caitlyn Jenner and Khloe Kardashian don't seem to have made amends, plus more celebrity news for Oct. 29, 2019.; Category: entertainment
Title: Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween Costume Transformation Is Mind-Blowing But, Like, What Is It?; Abstract: You might say she's scary good at playing dress-up, because Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween costume is even more impressive than we could have imagined and that's saying a lot, considering transformative Halloween costumes are kind of her thing. But this year Klum took it up one more notch as she shared her metamorphosis into,; Category: lifestyle
Title: The 16 Best Italian Foods You Can Get at Trader Joe's; Abstract: Trader Joe's has some of the best hidden gems among its stocked aisles, including amazing Italian foods that rival products from artisanal markets.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Pamela Anderson gets backlash after wearing a Native American headdress for Halloween; Abstract: Pamela Anderson is under fire after posting risqué photos of herself wearing a Native American headdress in honor of Halloween. The Canadian actress and animal rights activist, who rose to fame for her role as a lifeguard on the series Baywatch, took to Twitter like many other celebrities to post photos of herself in her Halloween costume. In the first photo, the 51-year-old sports a pair of high-waisted underwear, and appears to be drenched in...; Category: tv
Title: Walter Mercado, Celebrity Astrologer Known for Daily Horoscopes, Dies at 87: 'Truly an Icon'; Abstract: Walter Mercado, Puerto Rican Astrologer, Dies at 87; Category: lifestyle
Title: Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki wears MAGA hat to White House celebration; Abstract: Trump called Suzuki to the podium and the MLB veteran put on the red cap that the president and his supporters have made famous.; Category: sports
Title: 1 dead, 10 sickened after multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to ground beef; Abstract: A multistate salmonella outbreak caused one death and sickened 10 people in August and September. The outbreak is linked to ground beef.; Category: news
Title: Felicity Huffman Smiles as She Begins Community Service Following Prison Release; Abstract: The 56-year-old actress was released from prison last month.; Category: news
Title: Ehlers-Danlos syndrome: Here's what you need to know; Abstract: Responding to a paparazzi photo that captured her walking with her cane, Lena Dunham explained she has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome -- a group of disorders affecting the joints and skin.; Category: health
Title: Aubrey O'Day Responded to Critics Who Say Plastic Surgery Has Dramatically Changed Her Appearance; Abstract: "I look in the mirror. I know what I look like," the 35-year-old singer says. "I love me! I'm the happiest I've ever been."; Category: health
Title: Ian Ziering's Wife Erin Ludwig Files for Divorce Days After Split Announcement; Abstract: Ian Ziering's Wife Erin Ludwig Files for Divorce; Category: tv
Title: Meghan McCain confronts Trump Jr.: 'You and your family have hurt a lot of people'; Abstract: Donald Trump Jr., the president's son, defended his family after "View" co-host Meghan McCain suggested they were responsible for the lack of "character" in American politics.; Category: news
Title: Jimmy Garoppolo addresses Erin Andrews interview by saying he uses 'baby' 500 times a game; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Famed Hollywood Boulevard Superman Christopher Dennis Found Dead; Abstract: He was the Walk of Fame street performer who famously caught the attention of filmmakers, but he died homeless in a clothing donation bin.; Category: news
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Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: AC Hotel Valencia; City: Valencia Province of Valencia Valencian Country; Review: We booked this place because we were in town for the Las Fallas festival. It was reasonably priced, too. I had no idea how far it was from everything. It seemed like it was closer on their website. It was a forty minute walk to the city center. There was a bus stop out front but of course they were on strike when we were there. The staff were not helpful or friendly. They called us a taxi the first day to take us into town. I asked if they could explain to the driver were to take us because my Spanish wasn't that great. They said sure. Well, they mysteriously disappeared before the cab got there and were no where to be found. Also, our room was so hot. We had the air on the coolest setting. We had to sleep with the window open. We told the front desk the next day and asked if they could come to the room to look at it and they didn't seem to care too much. They offered another room. It was still very warm so we kept the old room and slept with the window open again. Many other hotels in town are much better than this place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Casa 1800 Granada; City: Granada Province of Granada Andalucia; Review: We stayed at the Hotel Casa in Seville, not this one. We stopped by to check out the hotel while in Granada. We stayed at a nearby hotel. Hotel Casa was amazing and beautiful. We wish we would have stayed here. Frances at the front desk was so helpful to us even though we weren't guests. She made us feel welcome and helped us with making restaurant reservations and answered our other questions because our hotel was useless. Would highly recommend staying here. Thanks Frances for all of your help.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Victoria Gables Bed Breakfast; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: My husband and I stayed at the B&B for three nights recently. It was our first time in NOTL. The Victoria Gables was by far the best B&B we've ever stayed in, and we've stayed in many over the years. We stayed in the Magnolia Room. It was beautifully decorated and very spacious. The towels, sheets, and bath products were luxurious. Kathy and Don were very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable of the area. They helped us plan a wine tour route and gave us suggestions on where to go and eat while in town. Kathy is also a great cook. Ask her to make her delicious crepes if they are not on the breakfast menu! We had a lovely stay in a magnificent home in a breathtaking town. We can wait to return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town; City: Alexandria Virginia; Review: My husband and I recently staying at the Embassy Suites for three nights. We were very pleased with our stay. The hotel is in a great location. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, the shuttle was very helpful and the complimentary happy hour was a nice bonus. The breakfast each morning was also quite nice. Rooms were spacious, but the bathroom was a little small. It could also be updated a bit. The major problem I had was with the parking garage. I know it's not the hotel's fault. That garage is probably the worst parking garage I have ever seen and whoever designed it should be executed. The spots seem designed for a world of smart cars. It is also hard to navigate and the exit is not clear either. All in all, a good stay. Would stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Portsmouth Downtown; City: Portsmouth New Hampshire; Review: My husband and I recently stayed at the Hampton Inn for four nights. We had a beautiful room! It was a pleasant stay. Great location too! Staff was always pleasant and helpful. Breakfast is complimentary. The waffle station was my favorite! I would definitely go back and stay at this hotel again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Boxer Patrick Day dies after suffering traumatic brain injury in super welterweight fight; Abstract: Boxer Patrick Day, 27, died on Wednesday after being knocked out against Charles Conwell on Saturday. He had surgery and had been in a coma.; Category: sports
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Title: Multiple Houses on Fire After Plane Crashes in NJ; Abstract: At least two houses are on fire in Colonia, New Jersey, after a plane crash, according to the Colonia Fire Department. A Cessna 414 crashed into a home on Berkley Avenue at 11 a.m. Tuesday, according to the FAA. The FAA will conduct an investigation into the cause of the crash. The number of people aboard and their conditions are unknown. The area is a heavy residential area with tree-lined streets. News 4's Dennis Protsko, who is part of the...; Category: news
Title: AT&T fined $60 million for throttling 'unlimited' data plans; Abstract: Unlimited should mean unlimited!; Category: finance
Title: Mets' Alonso, Astros' Alvarez named Rookies of the Year; Abstract: Yordan Àlvarez of the Houston Astros has been unanimously chosen AL Rookie of the Year. The slugging designated hitter earned all 30 first-place votes in balloting by the Baseball Writers' Association of America revealed Monday night. He's the 24th unanimous pick. Mets slugger Pete Alonso could become the 25th when the NL prize is unveiled later Monday. The 22-year-old from Cuba ranked second among AL rookies with 27 homers...; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A Fatal Grace (Three Pines Mysteries, No. 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Louise Penny Page; Review: Great book! Slow getting into it but became suspenseful and difficult to put down. Will read more of her books!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Signature of All Things: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Gilbert Page; Review: Difficult to get through because too much detail on non-essential things to the real story! The real story itself was good.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Goldfinch: A Novel (Pulitzer Prize for Fiction); Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Tartt Page; Review: It was a strange book, describing a lifestyle to which most of us from the smaller towns can hardly relate. However, the moral of the story was finally portrayed in the last 5% of the book. A very different kind of story!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toujours Provence; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Mayle Page; Review: Loved the book. Great follow up to a Year in providence. Very easy read. Will certainly read more of his books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheltering Rain; Author: Visit Amazon's Jojo Moyes Page; Review: Loved the book. Very nice story of relationships and struggles to maintain them. I would recommend to anyone. And I liked the insight regarding life in Ireland.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Three Mrs. Parkers; Author: Visit Amazon's Joan A. Medlicott Page; Review: A book about hardships faced; openmindness; forgiveness; and the willingness of characters to analyze, accept changes and move forward with their lives. And enjoyable and easy read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sycamore Row (The Jake Brigance); Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: I enjoyed the book as I have always enjoyed John Grisham's books. The book took me back to days of small town living in the south and the prejudices that ran rabid.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Wide and Starry Sky: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Nancy Horan Page; Review: Enjoyed every page of the book. What an interesting life the Stephensons led. Fannie`s life was difficult but she is portrayed as a most loyal and dedicated wife evolved him most dearly. I did recommend this book to anyone who reads with an open mind.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer Chiaverini Page; Review: I enjoyed most of the book. Sometimes a little tedious w historical data and sometimes very sad reading. But a good story anyway!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I'll Gather My Geese; Author: Visit Amazon's Hallie Crawford Stillwell Page; Review: A great story of love of life and ranching in west Texas during some really harsh times. Ranching in west Texas is never easy but Hallie made a good life. This was a story of hardships and adjustments in order to make a good life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Secret Thing; Author: Visit Amazon's Susanna Kearsley Page; Review: I found the book to being not only informative but very intriguing and enjoyable. It was sometimes difficult to put down. I will certainly read more of Susanna Kearsley's books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the Light We Cannot See; Author: Visit Amazon's Anthony Doerr Page; Review: Very interesting; sometimes difficult, sometimes depressing. Very educational.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bronze Horseman; Author: Visit Amazon's Paullina Simons Page; Review: The book was difficult to read at times, interesting at times, fascinating at times and hard to put down. Has a sad ending but quite a love story. It makes one wonder how Tatiana survived all she did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Gentle Rain; Author: Visit Amazon's Deborah Smith Page; Review: I had a difficult time getting "into" it but about 30% through it I began to "get" it. I then understood it was more than a love story between a man and woman but a love story about life, about loving and accepting people for who they are and sharing. I thoroughly enjoyed the book once I passed that certain point and would recommend it to any adult.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When I Found You; Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Ryan Hyde Page; Review: A good read. Sometimes frustrating-- not with the book but the main Character. A good story of commitment and love between a man and a troubled boy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Firebird; Author: Visit Amazon's Susanna Kearsley Page; Review: A thoroughly enjoyable book. It was fun to read, educational, and kept my interest. It was my fourth Kearsley book and as with the rest I'm determined to read more of her books. I like the way she writes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secret Daughter: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Shilpi Somaya Gowda Page; Review: Although not a real happy ending, the book was an enlightenment to the India culture. It made me aware of life in India that is difficult to fully grasp. Very educational.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Little Lies; Author: Visit Amazon's Liane Moriarty Page; Review: The author is good. Book pretty good but difficult to get through because of the way it is written. I did not enjoy the book that much.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Orhan's Inheritance; Author: Visit Amazon's Aline Ohanesian Page; Review: A wonderful book. Although it was fictional, it Told a lot about India that was never studied in most books. I enjoyed the content as well as the history.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Psalmist: A Bowers and Hunter Mystery (Bowers and Hunter Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's James Lilliefors Page; Review: Enjoyable. Even if sometimes hard to follow. Perhaps there's a previous book ? Ending leaves one hanging. Perhaps because there's a follow up book?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Single Drop of Ink: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Carla Ramsey Weeks Page; Review: I enjoyed the book but didn't like the change of first person to third person. Was confusing and distracting figuring it out each time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Woman in White (Penguin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Wilkie Collins Page; Review: Did enjoy once I got into it more. Was a slow read because of the manner in which it was written.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Tumor: A Non-Legal Thriller; Author: ; Review: Did not enjoy it. Would not recommend it for reading pleasure.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Promise of Stardust: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Priscille Sibley Page; Review: Very few times do you read a book that captures your attention like this one even though you know it is sad and might not have a happy ending. It has both a happy and sad ending. But a story that holds your interest to the end. NO; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets of a Charmed Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Meissner Page; Review: A great story of perseverance and direction. A wonderful story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maids of Misfortune: A Victorian San Francisco Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's M. Louisa Locke Page; Review: I enjoyed reading this book. It was interesting from the start. Lots of twists and turns. And even a little comical at times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Harbor Street (Cedar Cove Series #5); Author: Visit Amazon's Debbie Macomber Page; Review: After having read multiple Macomber books I found this one to be a little disappointing. So many new characters being introduced made it difficult to follow who was who and why they were necessary to the story. And the ending left the reader hanging.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beneath a Scarlet Sky: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Sullivan Page; Review: A great book about a part of the Great War we know so little about. And a man that lead an almost unbelievable life. A story that makes me wonder if a person could survive all he did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beneath a Scarlet Sky (Center Point Large Print); Author: Mark T Sullivan; Review: A great book about a part of the Great War we know so little about. And a man that lead an almost unbelievable life. A story that makes me wonder if a person could survive all he did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clara's War: One Girl's Story of Survival; Author: Visit Amazon's Clara Kramer Page; Review: A great true story of one Jewish girl's survival and her family during during WWII. HARD To believe the 18 survived in a small underground bunker.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Woman on the Orient Express; Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Jayne Ashford Page; Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel. I loved how the author wove fiction with Agatha Christi`s real life. It was hard to put the book down once I got into it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Tangled Mercy: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Joy Jordan-Lake Page; Review: The story kept one's interest even w the flashbacks in time. Those were easily identified and made the story easy to follow. At times I didn't want to put the book down. Also enjoyed references to things particular to the low country. Really good book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Kernel Kutter Corn Cutter and Stripper, Stainless Steel Blade, Made in USA; Brand: Kernel Kutter Inc.; Review: Corn season ended before I had a chance to use them, but they are the right size and easy to store.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Luigi Bormioli Michelangelo 20 ounce Beverage Glass, Transparent Glass, Set of 4; Brand: Luigi Bormioli; Review: Like the amount it holds as well as the design. Put in a second order after using them awhile. From previous reviews, I was concerned about how fragile they might be, but we have not had any breakage. I may be more careful about how I load them in the dishwasher, making sure they don't band into each other.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eparé Insulated Coffee Cups Set (12 oz, 350 ml) – Double Wall Tumbler Glass Cup – Mug for Drinking; Brand: epar; Review: Although it is very fragile, the size makes it my go to cup each morning.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Turkey and Poultry Lifters, Set of 2; Brand: Norpro; Review: Comfortable to hold but not as big as I thought they would be (I could have known that ahead of time if I had paid attention to the description). Too small for the 23lb turkey we had but would work well for smaller roasts.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cooper-Atkins 24HP-01-1 Stainless Steel Bi-Metal Oven Thermometer, 100 to 600 degrees F Temperature Range; Brand: Cooper; Review: Using it and another brand thermometer in our oven and both thermometers were reading the same as the oven temperature. So, this is a fantastic value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SoftHeat Smart Heated Electric Mattress Pad with Safe & Warm Low Voltage Technology, Micro-Plush Top (California King); Brand: SoftHeat; Review: Works well. Still getting used to the heat coming from the bottom and the top being cooler. But it is much preferred over the electric blankets we have used over the years.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids Food Storage Containers, Racer Red, 42-Piece Set 1880801; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: Very nice for the price. The feature they advertise, namely, that the lid snaps underneath for storage, is impractical, though, unless you have unlimited storage space. Better to nest the containers and store lids separately.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kuhn Rikon 2315 Epicurean Garlic Press, 100, Silver; Brand: Kuhn Rikon; Review: This one was bought as a gift. We have had ours about 6 months. My wife thought she would never use it: that changed and now she wouldn't be without it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tovolo Easy-to-Use, Angle Tipped, Dripless Baster, Large, Clear; Brand: Tovolo; Review: It really is dripless - a major problem with our other baster.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago Cutlery 18-Piece Insignia Steel Knife Set with Block and In-Block Sharpener; Brand: Chicago Cutlery; Review: Bought as a gift. Very well received.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus; Author: Visit Amazon's Lee Strobel Page; Review: Highly recommmended; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Word That Will Change Your Life, Expanded Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Jon Gordon Page; Review: 15-min reading book; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Hyatt Page; Review: not very surprising; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Radical: Taking Back Your Faith From the American Dream; Author: Visit Amazon's David Platt Page; Review: Highly recommmended; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Goff Page; Review: Great book deserves 5 stars; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Raw Cashew Nuts by Food to Live, Whole, Unsalted, Bulk — 1 Pound; Brand: Food to Live; Review: Fresh, large-sized and not rancid! Will buy again. Using them in sweet and savory dishes and just as a snack! Not just crumbles of cashews or the ends but whole good tasting cashews from Vietnam.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braga Organic Farms Cashews, Raw, 2 Pound; Brand: Braga Organic Farms; Review: Finally I was able to find a roasted cashew that was safe for someone with a severe peanut allergy!!! Anyone who shops for someone with a food allergy knows how difficult this can be...And it says it right on the label "peanut-free"!!!! Not only are they safe, they are delicious... The only thing that confuses me is that so many reviews keep stating this product is "raw" when in fact it is roasted and salted so it is NOT raw, but it is organic... Hope this helps some allergy sufferer out there find a great product! John 3:16 on the bag let's me know I like this company, too!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barney Butter Almond Butter, Bare Smooth, 16 Ounce (Pack of 3); Brand: Barney Butter; Review: Mainly eat this off the spoon as a quick snack since I don't eat grains... I enjoy that this variety is lower carb than the regular Barney butter and to me it is reminiscent of eating the chocolate cookie part of an oreo without the white middle... If you like that flavor you just might like this almond butter. I really didn't taste the vanilla but I enjoyed the flavor and gritty crunch of the espresso beans...like getting the chance to eat a cookie without the carbs...please be advised that since it has espresso in it, there is caffeine in it. If you want a bit more sweet and more crunch, try the honey and flax seed...it is subtly sweet and the flax gives it a good crunch...that variety is also lower in carbs than the original and crunchy Barney Butter. My favorite thing is that the Barney Butters all are made with the skin off the almonds so it is smoother than most and has a better flavor IMHO... I like them all and they also make a wonderful nut butter fudge! Just substitute Barney butter for recipes calling for peanut butter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lily's Dark Chocolate Chips- 1x9 OZ; Brand: Lily`s Sweets; Review: May contain MILK, TREE NUTS, AND PEANUTS....Not allergy friendly.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kirkland Signature Walkers Premium Shortbread Selection Gift Tin, 4.6 Pound; Brand: Kirkland Signature; Review: I love these for store bought cookies they can't be beat. Best shortbread ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jif Cashew Butter, Creamy, 12 Ounce; Brand: Jif; Review: Not anything to go out of your way to try. Wanted a frugal version of artisans and dear reader let me tell you this is not it. Leaves a film on the roof of your mouth from the hydrogenated oils and barely tastes of cashews. Made some fudge with it and the cashew taste disappeared altogether. Will stick with Barney Butter for almond butter and Artisana for cashew when I can afford it. It is very frustrating to have to pay so much more for nut butters just due to allergies...; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Navitas Organics Cacao Nibs, 8 oz. Bag — Organic, Non-GMO, Fair Trade, Gluten-Free; Brand: Navitas Organics; Review: Love these Lil bits! Please understand, dear reader I have been off most sugars for over a month, so to me these taste great! I mix a few sprinkles of these with a jar of crunchy Barney butter and then use a cookie dough scoop to make a ball I then roll it in Bob's Red Mill unsweetened coconut and freeze for an hour then keep in airtight bag or container in fridge and have one or 2 balls between 3 and 4 in the afternoon when my energy starts to diminish. This will not make an overly sweet ball, but the crunch and good flavor and nutrients help my mind to wake up as well as my body. Hope this helps, dear reader...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melitta Fair Trade Organic Coffee, Morning Bliss Ground, Light Roast, 10 ounce; Brand: Melitta; Review: Having recently reduced the sugars in my life, I can honestly say that this coffee fills a niche that was missing... not only is the smell wonderful, but the taste is very delicious too. Don't get me wrong, dear reader, it is not "sweet" in the way one of those caramel creamers is. But it gives you the essence of the flavor without the sugar. I put regular coffee mate in my coffee as well as half and half and I find it is a very wonderful blend. It is extra fine ground so I use less in my drip coffeemaker than I do regular coffee. Recently to save money I have been mixing it in a large can with my other favorite Don Francisco butterscotch toffee---the two meld very well together. I have no acid problems with either, nor do I find them harsh. But on special occasions I will brew this all by itself and enjoy it anytime of the day. It is even smooth and enjoyable black without any harshness to it. Hope this helps, dear reader....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melitta Coffee, Classic Decaf Ground, Medium Roast, 10.5-Ounce Cans (Pack of 4); Brand: Melitta; Review: Good mellow cup of java. No acid problems. Ground finer than most so you use less.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Diamond Flavored Almonds Caramel Macchiato 10 Ounce Bag, 1 Bag; Brand: Phi Naturals; Review: These smell wonderful and once my child tried these there was no going back to the original ones! Glad I can get this size here! When you open the bag, they smell like a wonderful all natural cherry licorice and are mighty tasty!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Primal Kitchen - Avocado Oil Mayo, First Ever Avocado Oil-Based Mayonnaise, Paleo Approved and Organic (12 Ounce, 3 Jars); Brand: Primal Kitchen; Review: Too much sodium and too pricey!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Certified Organic Fresh Shelled Texas Papershell Pecan Halves, 12 Oz. Family Orchard grown; Brand: PecanShop.com; Review: I bought three different varieties from this company, and none of them disappointed me. I used this one in an apple nut cake birthday cake for someone near and dear to me and it just worked out wonderfully! The leftover nuts are wonderful for snacking as they are low sodium and best of all, peanut-free! I paid full price and received nothing for this legit review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CELEBRATION HERBALS Marshmallow Leaf & Root Organic 24 Bag, 0.02 Pound; Brand: Celebration Herbals; Review: Though this tastes fine (light grassy type but definitely not "delicious") I didn't feel like it helped my ic and maybe just added to my frequency. Also always felt like I had a dry throat in the morning after having it at night...almost like a sore throat dryness without the pain.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
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Title: Rapid Response Advertising; Author: Geoff Ayling; Review: This is truly a breakthrough book, with major implications for marketing and advertising in all its forms. Ayling lays out in simple, credible, well-documented and well-throught-through narrative a viable explanation of why advertising that works, works -- and why advertising that doesn't work, doesn't. That may or may not interest you. However, if you have ever lost tons of money using typical ad-agency "get your name in front of the public" techniques -- or if you don't know if you have or you haven't (hint: if you don't know, then, you have!) -- this book will clear the smoke away and give you a simple, workable, step-by-step blueprint to return to profitable advertising. My own field of expertise is direct-response advertising -- the kind that makes people who are ready to buy, or likely to be incited to buy right away, respond -- and buy. Ayling clearly understands that discipline and is probably a master of it himself. But in this book, he takes it one step further. He shows you HOW TO CREATE AN AUTOMATIC DIRECT-RESPONSE MECHANISM INSIDE THE MIND OF THE CUSTOMER so that when that person finally is ready to buy, the name of your company or your product "pops up" internally, and there's really no other choice for that person but to buy from you. Don't believe me? I don't blame you. But you can't afford NOT to find out if I'm right or I'm wrong. Everyone I've recommended this book to has gone nuts over it, and that includes one of the world's best known authorities on marketing, and my own personal favorite expert on small service business marketing. Get this book. It's worth it. You'll be glad you did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spiritual Marketing: A Proven 5-Step Formula for Easily Creating Wealth from the Inside Out; Author: Joe Vitale; Review: You know, the key to marketing successfully boils down to effectively synchronizing your inner world with your outer actions. Better than any other book I've ever seen, this one tells you how to do that. And believe me, it works!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Free Agent Nation: How America's New Independent Workers Are Transforming the Way We Live; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel H. Pink Page; Review: Engage your imagination. Think of the individuals who provide the standard information we depend on -- those working for the mega-corporations that control TV, magazines and newspapers; the professors at universities and the consultants at large firms; and the public information officers working for the government -- as people whose very view of the world is supported, both economically and contextually, by the many concentric rings of a tree (their employer). These rings show the tree is many decades old, and planted firmly in the ground. One who is attached to such a solid, massive, rooted tree would hardly notice the slender, fresh young shoots popping out from the ground far below, even if those shoots are numerous in the tens of millions. Individually, they're just too tiny. Dan Pink's book is about the growing power, influence and population of those fresh young shoots. Even to acknowledge the validity of his premise shakes the big trees in a frightening way, down to their core foundations. I know whereof I speak. Until 1985, I was a tiny tendril of a branch of one of the great old trees. It was in 1985 I left my post as McGraw-Hill's World News San Francisco Bureau Chief. I know how to "wear the hat" of old-tree warrior-reporter. For 16 years I have been a free agent (I didn't know to call myself that until I read Pink's cover story in Fast Company). It was always curious to me that wearing my corporate newsman's hat, I could never see me writing about someone such as myself in my current incarnation -- solely because, as a free agent, I didn't have the institutional affilation (that is, I wasn't part of an old tree) which was needed to be seen by the media as credible. Of course, those things have changed somewhat in 16 years, as Pink so skillfully documents. But here's the most important point -- a few days ago, the government (one old tree) reported that in the previous month there was a huge wave of corporate layoffs (from another old tree), and expert economists (working for yet other old trees) announced that now we're in a recession, making their announcement through, of course, the mass media (yet another group of old trees). They may be right. They may be wrong. But their measurements are focused on a decreasingly important part of the economy. And, what is more, nobody factored into those measurements of economic movement what the 30-million-plus free agents had been up to during the same previous month. I dwell on these points because they illustrate how revolutionary -- in, I might emphasize, a pro-capitalist, economy-expanding way -- the book Free Agent Nation is. Many people aren't visionary enough to understand yet how well Pink has adduced a blueprint for the future in this book. But if you're interested in this book, you probably have enough of a sense of where we're heading to realize we will become a much less institutionally determined, and a much more individually negotiated, economy and society. Whether you are; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unfair Advantage: Sell with NLP!; Author: Duane Lakin; Review: It's tough to find selling stuff that works but doesn't sound like some cornball, canned routine out of a used car showroom. That's because talking in a natural-sounding way is rarely effective in high-powered selling. Yet when you start to deal with the big players and big deals, sounding genuine and authentic is the *only* thing that works. All top sales professionals and wheeler-dealers know this. Duane Lakin has come up with the first training and language system I have seen that will improve your effectiveness selling to anyone. I know because I've used his techniques with large-dollar sales and seen my results improve. I've also reviewed all the other sales trainers who use NLP as part of their method. Some are very good, but no one comes close to Duane in terms of a transparent, deceptively simple set of methods you can quickly learn and use. One thing that's great about his book is he also shows you how to apply NLP to telemarketing and writing sales copy. I don't know of anyone else who's done that. A lot of people interested in sales and NLP think something has to be flashy, complex and technically overwhelming to be any good. As someone who makes his living because of the results he gets, I can tell you that just the opposite is true. Fortunately, this book contains what you need to get better results and still come across like a human being. That's rare and extraordinarily valuable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stealing Fire from the Gods: A Dynamic New Story Model for Writers and Filmmakers; Author: Visit Amazon's James Bonnet Page; Review: Jim Bonnet does something no one else has been able to do -- he shows positively and comprehensively how the stories we enjoy as a culture fit into the larger picture of social responsibility. While the politicos in Hollywood and Washington trade accusations and alabis about the role of this and that in movies and TV as they affect behavior in families and the streets, all those well-meaning but often clueless folks miss the big picture. Bonnet doesn't miss anything. He sees with a studied and well- thought-through clarity how our very souls are starving for good stories, and also how we are close to spiritual starvation and dehydration for lack of nourishment from what the filmmakers, TV producers and novelists are turning out these days. This may sound like pop sociology but it's very much to the point for anyone who writes or has anything else to do with bringing stories before the public. It is in fact the underlying substrate of nourishment in stories that feeds and waters our inner beings -- AND IT IS ALSO THE EXACT SAME QUALITIES AND ELEMENTS IN A STORY THAT SET CRITICS ABLAZE WITH PRAISE, AND THAT CREATE BOX-OFFICE BLOCKBUSTERS. Not only does Bonnet make this argument coherently and believably for the first time anywhere, but he shows exactly how it has been done in the past, and he also shows how any writer willing to do the necessary inner creative exploration can create the kind of story that will have lasting impact both in reviews and in revenues. I'm a professional writer who has spent 20 years shyly studying what Bonnet calls "storymaking." I've learned a lot and met some of the best teachers around. But I've never been as inspired or equipped to write my own stories as I have with what I learned from Bonnet. Frankly, this book isn't for anyone. If you're looking for more clever knowledge or stunning scholarship in the realm of what makes a story, you'll probably be disappointed. Bonnet isn't flashy and he doesn't dazzle with his brilliance. But brilliant he is. The key value of his work is for the thoughtful writer (and thoughtful others who are entertainment providers) who want to understand at last what made so many stories in the past truly great, lasting and impactful. Most stories today are thin and disappointing by comparison. If you want to know how to write for modern audiences with the same impact that the great writers of yore did, then this book will tell you. It's not the easiest read but it is well written. And it contains information you simply won't find anywhere else -- if for no other reason than that no other successful working screenwriter and Hollywood actor has devoted 30 years of his life to studying, and then making plain, the eternal secrets of story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Cash No Fear: Entrepreneurial Secrets to Starting Any Business with No Money; Author: Terry Allen; Review: I'm an entrepreneur myself and I work with many other entrepreneurs. Terry Allen has laid out what it's really like in a gutsy, tell-all way that you won't find told very often. Of course this isn't a paint-by-numbers book -- anyone looking for precise, reliable instructions would do better to buy a franchise or get a job with a large company that has well-defined work procedures. I smile when I read some of the other reviews, and I'm reminded of the scene from the movie "A Few Good Men" where Jack Nicholson, when asked for "the truth," bellows with a sneer, "You can't HANDLE the truth!":) It's hard for someone who hasn't been there to appreciate the wisdom in this book No doubt, Terry Allen is at the extreme of both failure and success, and it is not necessary to go through all he has gone through to find your place in the sun and achieve financial independence. But be forewarned: Running your own show is, by its very nature, going out into uncharted waters, and there will be failures, frustration and obstacles to overcome. Once you are rich and famous, you certainly have the option of conveniently forgetting about these things and convicning all your admirers that the path is easy and the rewards are good. But you're not doing anyone (other than your own ego) any favors by telling happy little lies like that. Terry Allen has done the world of emerging businesses a huge favor by showing you many of the things that can (and typically do) go wrong on the way to lasting success. Think about it -- if most people could handle the failures that happen along with way, would 8 out of 10 start-ups go out of business, as they do now? Probably not; it's resilience and resourcefulness that you need to make it as an entrepreneur. Terry unashamedly models these two important qualities as he shows what went wrong and how he navigated his way through uncertainty until he finally hit it big. I laughed out loud many times reading this book -- not at Terry's misfortunes, which are not laughable, but at his remarkable sense of humor. For a man with a Harvard MBA and a Doctorate in Business from the University of Virginia (and a mutltimillion-dollar net worth), Terry has kept an admirable sense of humility and what the Zen practitioners call "beginner's mind" in observing and recounting his life story as an entrepreneur. If for no other reason than to realize there's still hope when your cash flow dribbles to a halt (temporarily), get and read this book. You'll have a great time and feel better about your own foibles. You'll discover that the only place "perfection" comes before "success" is in the dictionary. And, you'll certainly learn a lot that will help you in the day-to-day of running your own business.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Advertising Secrets of the Written; Author: Visit Amazon's Joseph Sugarman Page; Review: Great copy looks so easy -- so simple, so effortless, so "ordinary." There are those who can take the process of writing it and make that process look complicated. And then there's Joe Sugarman. This is one of the two books I recommend for further study in my home-study "Money-Making Copywriting Course." Why? Because Joe cuts through all of the needless and cumbersome detail so many teachers of copywriting instill in their lessons. He makes the information accessible and entertaining to learn. And he's a super-successful real-world practioner, as well as a very skilled and effective teacher. A novice might think that because this book does not refer to Internet marketing or the latest trends in print and direct mail advertising, it is out of date. That is a well-intentioned but misguided criticism. Of course very few people know how to market effectively (and close sales) on the Internet. Since I have done this successfully (I've created Web sites that made lots of money, by themselves) and since I spent a year as the editor of a newsletter tracking who was successful marketing online and who wasn't (almost everyone wasn't), I can say with some authority that there are very few people who can market effectively online. But know this about Joe Sugarman. If he ever chose to do online marketing, he would make a fortune -- just as he has done before in other ventures. Why? Because there are certain principles of human nature, and of selling with the written word, that have not yet changed. And he is a world-class expert in conveying those principles to novices and experts alike. The technological and situational landscape may make it look like we live in a very different world, but trust me -- as someone who got a 2% response with direct mail at the height of the anthrax scare in the fall of 2001 -- the world we live in now is pretty much the same as the world we have always lived in. At least as it pertains to writing effective advertising copy. I can't recommend this book highly enough. You'll learn tons, and -- best of all -- you'll be able to make some very good money with what you learned.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breakthrough Advertising; Author: Eugene M. Schwartz; Review: It's late May 2004 and I'm preparing the final teleseminar for a new copywriting program I'm putting together. As I searched my brain for what to recommend to my students for further study, one book kept coming up: this one. It takes a lot of sophistication and direct-marketing experience to appreciate the real genius of Gene Schwartz. Don't kid yourself - this book isn't easy. I know easy, because that's what I specialize in. However, Mastery is not easy. On the other hand, information that will lead you to Mastery in marketing - especially, mastery in copywriting - is rare to the point of being almost non-existent. But this book contains exactly that information. Who should get this book? Let's start with who shouldn't. If you want run-of-the-mill yet valuable, money-making information about copywriting, get books by John Caples and by all means, get Vic Schwab's "How to Write a Good Advertisement." They're available on Amazon. If you want to learn about branding, grand strategies and other B-school versions of marketing, forget this book. It's not for you. The person who should get this book is the person who would like to create a million-dollar business with an idea, a product, or a division of an existing business. There is simply no other resource that will show you how to do that with marketing. I recently spent some extremely valuable time with a corporate consultant who bills at $25,000 a day to help companies dominate markets and create new ones. I don't know if he's ever read "Breakthrough Advertising," but I can say that his level of thinking indicates he _owns_ the material in this book. The re-publisher of "Breakthrough Advertising," according to Schwartz, hired Schwartz to write a sales letter that started his business. Rumor has it that the re-publisher's business now takes in a nine-figure income every year. What's my point? That Gene Schartz has DONE what I am saying this book can do for you. In this book, you should be warned, he makes distinctions that, frankly, are beyond the understanding level of most business people, even most smart entrepreneurs. So if you get this book, it's not a handy reference or a quick read. Not if you're going to get anything out of it, that is. This book is a commitment. And if you can't understand what's in it when you first get it, there's no need for despair. Because the path of Mastery is about growth of vision, skill and capacity through repetition of basics, ideally under the tutelage of a mentor who is also a Master. Meaning, read it several times. Take notes. Ponder. Tinker. Look for examples. Try the ideas. Then go back to it again. Gene Schwartz, I'm sad to say, is no longer with us on this Earth. But he and his wisdom live on in this book. He can be the mentor who will guide you to your next level of business achievement.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Assassin: A Novel (Hawke); Author: Visit Amazon's Ted Bell Page; Review: Ted Bell is a master yarn-spinner of the most exquisite type. He knows how to slip in and out of each character's: ... skin; ... speech pattern; ... and inherent response to events... in a way that few writers know how to do, or could even understand and appreciate. I call this book a 'gripper' because it gripped my attention so strongly that I was pulled away from EVERYTHING else for a couple of days. I've only experienced this total-immersion attraction with the works of a few other writers - Trevanian and John Fowles, for example. I'm an advertising guy who has zero aspiration to do what Ted does so deftly, but as an advertising copywriter and business educator myself, I can see little hints of the former advertising exec peeking through the master plotting and descriptive exposition. Every now and again; especially in the devastatingly funny chapter about the London movie premire. What's neat is Bell's ad-background element doesn't get in the way of the story or the entertainment - it adds to it. But what's especially appealing to me about the writing is that Bell knows when to be superficial and blatant, and when to be deep, ruminative and subtle. If you are a discriminating reader, some of the superficial and blatant exposition and dialogue may throw you off at first. Yet once you allow yourself to get pulled into the story and engaged you'll appreciate the author's artistry. You will know -- as they say in the storytelling trade -- that you are in good hands.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel H. Pink Page; Review: Think about it. We have nowhere else to go. Dan Pink is a visionary with the gift of being able to lay out his ideas in terms that everyone else can understand. While this book will be scary for many, it serves as fair warning for those who are otherwise headed for a very unpleasant collision with reality. When I say "we have nowhere else to go," I mean, as Americans, it is only by using our unique but highly undervalued (by most people, until now) innovation skills that we can even hope to maintain a high standard of living in the future. According to the writings of the man after whom the Pareto Principle was named, approximately 80% of any group that sees or hears about this book will abhor it, and the remaining 20% will embrace and exploit what they learn from it -- and profit along the way. Your future is up to you, far more than you may have realized up until now. The only real question you should be asking yourself is: What are you going to do about it? David Garfinkel [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire: How to Handle Tough Questions...When It Counts; Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry Weissman Page; Review: ... is how they handle themselves when they get into trouble. And the more risks you take, and the greater success you go for, the more likely you are to run into trouble along the way. Not once in awhile, but as part of the daily grind. Often trouble comes in the form of "bear-trapping" questions. The kind Mike Wallace loves to ask. The kind your in-laws love to ask. The kind that come to you out of left field, when you least expect it. Being quick on your feet is one thing; answering truthfully, engagingly and in a way that wins over your toughest antagonist is something else again. The beauty of Jerry Weissman's book is that he shows you how to take the high road in a low-road world, and come out smelling like a rose, even while others proudly sport fouler smells. Among the keepers of the wisdom, there's a saying: "Common sense, isn't." It's very true. What's great about this book is that Weissman has zeroed-in on little bits of highly strategic and frequently overlooked common sense to put together a tapestry of tactics that will wear well in almost any high-stakes situation. Face it. They're going to ask you the tough questions. It doesn't really matter how smart you are, or how knowledgeable you are. What does matter is how you answer. This book goes a long way to show you how to answer that lets a person with the highest personal standards stay true to those standards and still come out ahead of the game.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Culture Code: An Ingenious Way to Understand Why People Around the World Live and Buy as They Do; Author: Visit Amazon's Clotaire Rapaille Page; Review: Clotaire Rapaille reminds me a little of a somewhat softened, better educated and French version of the Jack Nicholson character in that pivotal moment of "A Few Good Men" where he blurts out: "You can't handle the truth!" The author is confrontive in the extreme, but in an intellectually assertive and nonviolent way. He has truly mined some of the cloaked messages going on as endless tape loops in the unconscious minds of individuals and their national cultures - especially, but not exclusively, Americans. I smiled knowingly when I read the Publisher's Weekly review at the top of this page. The reviewer roundly attacks the author for the statement about Japanese men and romance. I live in San Francisco and I have dated a number of Japanese women from Japan. I would have to say based on my experience that it is the PW reviewer who is looking at life through the preposterous prism of a Hollywood lens, and it is Dr. Rapaille who is right in touch with street-level reality. The book's subtitle overpromises a little (as subtitles are won't to do) in that this book won't give you an entirely new world view from which to understand everything about everybody. It won't. But the number of stunning insights (all of which resonated with me, as an experienced marketer) about: sex... seduction... men's view of women... money... food... alcohol... beauty... and being fat... ... will cause the thoughtful, inquiring and willing-to-learn reader to see things in a new way and understand parts of his world a lot better. This is a great book and well worth reading if you are interested in psychology, marketing, and/or the world the way it is and the way it is likely to be for years to come.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: God Doesn't Shoot Craps: A Divine Comedy; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Armstrong Page; Review: I'm in the direct marketing field myself, a copywriter like the protagonist of Richard Armstrong's book. So when I got a review copy I said to myself, "OK... I'll read a few pages out of professional courtesy, and then decide if I really want to read this or not." No such luck. WHOOOSH! I was sucked in by the first three sentences: "For a man on the verge of discovering the Holy Grail of casino gambling, Danny Pellegrino was in a rotten mood. "But it would be at least another hour before Danny realized he was in possession of the secret to beating the game of craps. At the moment, he was simply trying to make a tricky landing at Bader Field in Atlantic City." OK - some disclosures. 1) I like casino gambling. 2) I've been in rotten moods myself more than once in my life. 3) I used to visit Atlantic City with my parents and brother, when I was a kid. So - I could immediately relate to a few of the items in sentences 1-3 of this book. But I suspect I would have read this book all the way through even if that weren't the case. Because the way the story is told, the way the scenes come alive, and the way the characters remind you... just out of reach... of people you know or feel like you've at least run across... ... all those things make this book irresistible. There's some great stuff in here underneath the entertainment. But get it for the giggles. If you get something of lasting value along the way, well, just consider that a bonus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Think Two Products; Author: Visit Amazon's Ben Mack Page; Review: This is the ONLY book on branding I wholeheartedly recommend for direct marketers and other entrepreneurs. Period.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Simpleology: The Simple Science of Getting What You Want; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Joyner Page; Review: Have you had it with wide-eyed brain-free promises? Just as fed up with smug, know-it-all negativity that says it can't be done? If that's you, then this is a good book to read. Mark Joyner has "been there and done that," wherever there might happen to be in your imagination and whatever that might be in your requisite list of qualifications to give advice. This is not a feel-good, anything's-possible, hot-air-blue-sky-and-sunshine type of book. It is reality based, and yet it provides real, doable techniques and processes that can help you systematically work your way to just about any goal you desire. There's a big difference between what this book has to say and the Judy Garland method -- you know, tap your heels together, close your eyes and say "There's no place like home." Simpleology is the most clearheaded work on success I have ever read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Advertising Headlines That Make You Rich: Create Winning Ads, Web Pages, Sales Letters and More; Author: Visit Amazon's David Garfinkel Page; Review: Of everything I've written or produced, this is the only item available under $100 that gets universal raves. A customer below complains that the 2 free CDs advertised were not available. She was right... it took much longer to put those two studio-quality hour-long recordings together than I ever anticipated. However, the CDs are now available and ready for shipping. If you already own the book, simply go the URL listed inside and get yours! If you don't own the book yet, now's a good time to get it. :) This book has helped a lot of people save time, effort, blood-sweat-and-tears writing copy... and get much better results in the marketplace!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bo's Lasting Lessons: The Legendary Coach Teaches the Timeless Fundamentals of Leadership; Author: Visit Amazon's Bo Schembechler Page; Review: A very compelling and useful book. I come to read this from several unusual perspectives. > I "covered" Bo as a student reporter in 1975 at the Michigan Daily, reporting on a pep rally! Never met him personally. > A business coach I worked with a decade later had known Bo at Ohio State, when Bo was coaching under the equally legendary Woody Hayes, and when I recommended this book to him, he wrote back to me and said, "David, it's just like sitting down and talking to those two." John Bacon evidently did that good a job capturing Bo's voice. > I'm also on the cusp of entering an executive coaching certificate program as part of a Ph. D. program I'm enrolled in. What Bo has to say is, as you might imagine, quite different from what the much less intrusive experts on executive coaching recommend. You don't want to communicate with a CEO or a business owner the way you talk to a student athlete about to go into battle! But many of the principles remain consistent. And Bo was nothing if not a highly principled man. I'm sure that was a big part of his almost superhuman track record on the football field -- and his character shines through brightly in these pages.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Power Presenter: Technique, Style, and Strategy from America's Top Speaking Coach; Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry Weissman Page; Review: Jerry Weissman breaks through a powerful myth about public speaking and offers an appealing alternative right at the start of this book. I'll rephrase it for you: Public speaking should not be required to mimic what a Broadway actor does on his or her day off! This is really important for the many businesspeople who speak and have been browbeaten by well-meaning but ill-informed coaches to think that they need to summon up their Inner Thespian just to make an acceptable speech. They don't. I was once a speech coach and I was on the side of Weissman's philosophy. Namely, that a speech is not necessarily a Tony-Award-winning performance; but it _is_ a _conversation_ with your audience. Drama ain't for everyone. But clear, connected, and ideally compelling communication is. There's lots more in this book besides that stress-relieving idea, but it alone will make it worth your reading, especially if you are a man or woman in business. Here is why: Many people successful in business have already learned how to listen and how to speak persuasively, long before they needed to get in front of an audience. (Not all, but many.) That everyday persuasion skill is relatively easy to extend and expand on the platform, compared to the much more demanding (and often awkward) skill set that needs to be mastered from the dramatic arts. I know a number of people in the professional speaking community and a number of coaches. One other good thing Weissman does that I haven't seen anyone else in his field do nearly as well or as thoroughly is, he meticulously researches and presents examples from famous people familiar to the reader (one chapter: Winston Churchill, JFK, Martin Luther King, Billy Graham, Ronald Reagan, Barack Obama) and shows someone who has no mastery of oratorical skills, and no desire to have it, how to apply some lessons from the greats in their own presentations. I've been speaking in front of groups professionally since 1987. I know from experience (not just as a coach, but as a speaker) that it makes a huge difference to have a model and approach that lets you be yourself in front of a group while still being interesting and worthwhile for your audience. This book gives you many tips and techniques to get you there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The 168 Hour Week: Living Life Your Way 24-7; Author: Visit Amazon's Kevin Hogan Page; Review: I got an advance copy of this book and was mesmerized. Everything in my life stopped. I pulled out the highlighter and read raptly. I also told Kevin that no one had ever written anything like this before. I believe he considered my statement humorously hyperbolic enough to reprint it in his newsletter "Coffee" while gently shaking his head. But what he probably doesn't know is I was dead serious. Here's why: Often, too often, way too often, there are time-management books written by theoretical experts with logically tidy systems that actually do work, but only for a certain personality type, and by the way these systems are designed for people (mainly) who help OTHER people make their dreams come true, by working efficiently for those people. Then there are the time management books written by the bootstrappin' entrepreneur who has cobbled a street smart, tough as nails, buckin' bronco method of getting things done and attaining goals that might work for half a dozen other people on the planet. Of course, because those people are generally rich and famous already, other people bow in quivering reverence to them and never critically examine how what they say could possibly work for most other people. The shame of this situation is that there has never been a "best of both worlds" book that combines science, logic, system and research with real-world entrepreneurial street smarts AND the wisdom that one size NEVER fits all when it comes to methods, but that it IS possible to deliver guidance backed by research and life wisdom... and provide new insights that will work for a wide variety of people. Until now there has never been such a book, that is. Kevin delivered. This is that book. I will be asking the people I mentor to read this book. I have personally put some of its principles, insights, and very specific prescriptions to work in my own life. I have achieved new levels of productivity, and most people who knew me beforehand would say I was already a pretty productive guy. I will also say that I don't agree with 100% of what's in this book -- AND THAT HAS NEVER MATTERED LESS THAN IT DOES WITH THIS BOOK. Even if you only get one life-changing idea that can free you from the chains of a constraining way of looking at things, that alone makes it worth getting and reading. Personally, I got more than a dozen such ideas.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Immortality Edge: Realize the Secrets of Your Telomeres for a Longer, Healthier Life; Author: Michael Fossel M.D. Ph.D.; Review: Recently, three researchers (not the authors of this book) won the Nobel Prize for medicine for their work, which this book essentially puts in popular form (although one of the authors, Dr. Fossel, is a well-known academic researcher in his own right in this field). I like this book a lot, and find no fault with what's in it, or how it is presented. What bothers me is the deafening silence from so much of the media and among the vast army of fitness and anti-aging experts, who have not even acknowledged the vital role of telomeres in the aging process, and conversely, in countering the aging process. This book does not contain controversial or speculative information. After all, it is based on established research, some of which won the Nobel Prize for medicine. While I am not suggesting that there is a conspiracy of silence, I am dismayed by the rather astounding lack of intellectual curiosity on the part of so many who should be heralding and applying this information, as the authors here do. "The Immortality Edge" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the importance of the Nobel-Prize-winning discovery _in context_ -- namely, what it means and how to take advantage of it, whether with baby steps or all-in, in your own life. Years from now, the information in this book will be considered common knowledge and common sense. Right now, no one else that I can find has anything that comes close to such a comprehensive and easy-to-understand approach. I guess I'm just impatient that more people aren't readily accepting what seems so clear and straightforward to me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Persuading, Convincing, and Influencing Others; Author: DANIEL H. PINK; Review: What, another book about selling? No, this is not "another" book about selling. I've read a lot of them, written a few of them, and I can tell you: This book stands alone in a special category. Why? Because Dan Pink was just an eentsy-teentsy bit uneasy about the notion of himself as a salesperson when he started researching the book. He doesn't say so directly, but you can tell, reading between the lines. Now, fast-forwarding to the end of the book, you can see he is TOTALLY comfortable with the identity of someone who sells. As a result of what he learned. That's important -- because most people are uncomfortable with sales, whether that means being a salesperson, doing the act of selling, being sold something, or, in many cases, they are fundamentally uncomfortable that the activity of "sales" exists at all, anywhere in the world. I know, because I sell for a living. I do it behind the keyboard of a computer, for the most part. As an advertising copywriter. You might wonder if I'm selling you right now. My answer is no, and maybe, since I made a decision in my career long ago never to sell something to someone for whom I don't think that something is right; and always to do my best to give a person I think a product or service is right for, EVERY opportunity to consider getting it, so they will get it. That's my definition of selling. Since I don't know you, I would have to break my own rules to try and sell you this book. But I can give you five categorial "if-then" statements to tell you what kind of people I think this book is for, and what kind of people it is not for: 1. If you are committed to hating selling no matter what, forget about it. Don't read this book, seeing as Dan will make you hate yourself in the morning, because you won't have any reasons left to keep hating selling -- and all that hatred would have to go somewhere else, now wouldn't it? 2. If you like the idea of selling and/or selling is part of your job, but you think you're "just not cut out" for selling, I STRONGLY recommend this book. That's because Dan proves very logically and plausibly that there simply is no such thing as a "natural" when it comes to selling. He also shows that anyone can learn to sell effectively in a style that is consistent with their values -- a style of selling that lets them sleep well at night. 3. If you think you know all that there is to know about selling, don't get this book. You'll be disappointed that there's "nothing new." You have to think that, since you are predisposed to coming to that conclusion, regardless of the facts. 4. If you love to learn for the sake of learning, you'll love this book. Because you'll find plenty of new and delightful insights that will make this book worth reading for those; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boron Letters; Author: Gary C. Halbert; Review: There's some info about making money out there that never makes it into print. For everything Warren Buffett has said and written, don't you think he's holding back a few gems for his children? That's what sets this book apart. Gary Halbert wrote it for his son Bond, when he was in prison for a long, long time (in Boron, California -- hence the title). The fact that he chose to publish it at all is quite remarkable by itself. I first read a portion of what's in this book in 1989, as part of what was to me at the time a humongously expensive home-study course called "Your Marketing Genius At Work." It cost $495 (the equivalent of about $943 in 2013). I have to say that it may have been the turning point where I started down the path towards direct marketing and advertising copywriting. It was certainly one of them. (Another one was attending Gary's famous "Hurricane Andrew" seminar a few years later.) You can read classics like the works of Claude Hopkins, John Caples, and David Ogilvy -- and you should. But they are all somewhat formal and impersonal. This may be the most personal master-class in direct marketing copywriting you will ever read. The one portion of this book I didn't get to read in 1989: All of the updates Bond Halbert, Gary's son, added to the original text. Bond is a quiet genius who is by no means a carbon copy of his dad. Instead, he's part of the next generation of Halberts. He and his brother Kevin pick up where Gary (who died seven years ago) left off. I can't recommend this highly enough. No matter what kind of marketing you do, there's information in here you'd have a very tough time finding anywhere else. It's truly a modern classic, and simply experiencing the way Gary writes makes this book worth many, many times its modest selling price. But the ideas conveyed and the mindset demonstrated make this book just about priceless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Invisible Influence: The Power to Persuade Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere; Author: Visit Amazon's Kevin Hogan Page; Review: Since about September 15, 2008, things have changed a lot. Everyone knows that. But what I've noticed that has kept me thinking and wondering for hours on end is about the economy. The personal side. Since 2008, it's been extraordinarily hard to get or keep a job if all you have are the skills required for the job -- and that's true even if you have a very high level of those skills. This goes for salespeople, too. *Just* being a productive (even super-productive) salesperson sometimes somehow isn't always enough by itself. Then there's another group of people who have kept their jobs, but they are working harder and harder for less and less money. Which may be better than having no job at all, but sure wreaks havoc on quality of life. What I've been wondering is: Why is this? I still don't know, but I *have* discovered a third group of people. I call them "the lucky ones," but after reading this book, I have come to realized it's not luck. Because these are the people who are thriving in these times -- and yes, there are quite a few who are, not merely the storied "1 percent." Without exception, these people have learned, and are using, anywhere from three to 10 of the dozens of rarely-known skills that this book is filled to the brim with. Somehow, the ability to subtly influence another person is valued at an all-time high. Not on some regulated stock or commodity exchange, but in the marketplace that counts for each and every one of us: the place where cash flow and net worth are either abundant, or barely enough, or hardly anything at all. It's reasonable to think that I'm overstating the value of what's in this book, and how it correlates to what's going on out there in the cold, cruel world in reality. I don't think I'm overstating anything, but even if I were, wouldn't it be worth it to have a few more moves or phrases or tactics at your fingertips to give you an edge when more days than not, your business life looks like a high-stakes edition of "Survivor?" For example: Most people think that the first hurdle you must overcome in convincing someone of anything (not just to give you a job, or let you keep the job you have, but also to buy something, or to give you a good deal, or to make a very personal decision involving you)... most people think that first hurdle is something like: - establishing rapport, or - showing value, or - developing trust ... things like that. They are not the first hurdle. They come second. Never in a million years would I have figured out what comes first. At an unconscious level, I may be doing that which comes first. I know for certain other people who are doing as well as I am, have mastered this simple but palpably invisible skill. It's explained in meticulous, easy-to-understand detail in "Invisible Influence." That's just one tiny example of why; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Entrepreneur's Guide To Getting Your Shit Together; Author: Visit Amazon's John Carlton Page; Review: The revered philosopher Lao-Tzu once remarked: "Those who know don't tell, and those who tell don't know." This is generally true, in business. John Carlton is one of the few absolute exceptions I am aware of. I know the author personally. He has been a mentor, a teacher, a friend, a collaborator, and a partner in teaching some of the elusive, lucrative secrets of writing sales copy that works... and the whole conventional-wisdom-shattering mindset that surounds all of that. He continues to be all of those things for me to this day, and, I hope, far into the future as well. This book is a no-brainer if you have had your fill of marketing and/or sales Prozac that blots out the pain and leaves you embarrassingly limp and all clamped-up. When you read Calrton, you're in for an experience like no other. Because He has the panache of a Johnny Carson He has the savage wit of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson And, he has the entrepreneurial genius of a Richard Branson Now, as you look into this book, you may be skeptical that people really pay this unique individual over $2000 for an hour of his time. I know this is true, because I processed the credit card orders for a few such hours that people bought at a live seminar I co-hosted one year ago, after Carlton spoke. For the right person, Carlton can make a million-dollar difference in an hour. Now if you are looking for marketing theories that defy the laws of gravity, human nature, and shortest-path-to-profitability, for goodness' sake, do yourself a favor and don't get this book. You'll be MUCH happier if you type the word "branding" into the amazon search engine. Then buy any one of the books on the first page and follow its advice to the letter. You will sleep well, safe in the knowledge that no one will ever blame you for not getting results (or for getting results) with your marketing -- because there is no earthly way to measure sales and profits from that elliptical approach to marketing. But, if you actually OWN the business (or take enough responsibility in your job to OWN the results your marketing creates)... ... then this is the book you need to read first. Period. Warning: Carlton does not go down like a wine cooler. More like Don Q 151 -- if you get what I'm saying. Doesn't matter whether you drink alcohol or not. My point is, this guy is INTENSE -- and it's all for the good. Look, this is a very valuable book to everyone who wants to increase their business -- if you let it be. Here's something funny I've noticed. People often use a cushion of cash in their business as a burning fuse that gives them time to argue with reality and avoid going out of their comfort zones with their marketing. Then, when the fuse burns down, and the cash is almost all gone, they feel this rising tide of desperation inside -- and finally start to take; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It's Not All About Me: The Top Ten Techniques for Building Quick Rapport with Anyone; Author: Robin Dreeke; Review: I've read a lot of persuasion and communication books. This is the best one I have read for "battle-tested, on-the-firing-line" techniques that anyone can learn and that work really well. Not a lot of flashy, hocus-pocus stuff. Simple things that won't call attention to themselves. I say that because a lot of persuasion stuff, while sometimes effective, does not constitute what comes across as "normal" behavior. This defeats the purpose of truly effective persuasion, because it can create suspicion, even distrust. Mr. Deake could not afford to take those kind of risks with the high-wire negotiations he conducted in his professional life as an FBI agent. As an instructor and coach myself, I also appreciate the clear, simple step-by-step way he presents his information, while still keeping the material interesting and even entertaining at times. Something you would necessarily expect in a book like this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Write a Novel Using the Snowflake Method (Advanced Fiction Writing) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Randy Ingermanson Page; Review: If you are an aspiring, or working, author of fiction, this book most likely will mean a lot for you. Just as it has for me. In the title to this review, I said that I laughed, I cried, I learned, and I sighed. Here is why, after I finished reading it, I sighed: I sighed with relief. FINALLY, someone had put together a simple, workable, logical method to create emotionally contiguous fiction that would be believable, and be popular. I laughed and I cried because of the way Randy put the book together. It was silly, yet emotionally moving. And mind-bogglingly effective. But truly goofy! He uses characters from fairy tales, makes them believable (I harp on that because _believability_ is very important in ANY kind of writing; especially fiction), and, he sets his characters (all familiar to most readers from their childhoods) in 2014, in a most amusing way. However, the fairy-tale characters are just the thin candy coating on a very nutritious meal. At times, I felt like I was inside an M.C. Escher print (like Relativity, on M.C.'s Wikipedia page). Randy keeps shifting between levels of playful storytelling, directive instruction, and illustrative demonstration, and sometimes I couldn't tell which was which. And as silly as the story was, I got totally wrapped up in it, just like when I read _The Magus_ by John Fowles. I know, I know. I also said I learned something. What? What I learned was, probably the most optimized method on the planet for getting a novel or short story going... and getting a first draft FINISHED. Now, just to put this in perspective: I teach writing myself. In my area, I'm very good at it and considered among the best in my field. You can look at the reviews on Amazon for my book "Breakthrough Copywriting: How To Generate Quick Cash With The Written Word" to confirm what I'm saying is true. But-and this is vitally important-I've NEVER been able to crack the code on writing fiction. By that I mean, I haven't seen how to approach it, as a writer. Now, I do see how. The first work of fiction I had published was in 1961, when I was eight years old. A very very short story called -- wait for it -- 'The 10 Billion Dollar Duck.' (You can see a career in business writing and advertising ahead, right? :) My maiden voyage as a published storyteller appeared in the Meadow Hall Elementary School PTA Newsletter in Rockville, Maryland. It was also the last piece of fiction I ever had published... so far. I haven't even been REJECTED, except for one screenplay I tried 20 years ago. Really haven't done anything in this realm. Haven't even tried. But I'd like to. So, I guess it's fair to say that I've been waiting for Randy's book for 52 years! Just didn't know it until I got a copy today. Now: If everything's going swimmingly for you in writing your novel and getting a publisher to buy it (or getting readers to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tough Love Screenwriting: The Real Deal From A Twenty-Year Pro; Author: Visit Amazon's John Jarrell Page; Review: Unvarnished truth and all the alternatives to unvarnished truth play interesting roles in Hollywood. No other town could have spawned a book like "Hello, He Lied," after all. But don't dismiss the weird reality that threads through Hollywood all that fast. Here is why: We (we, the people of the world) *depend* on Hollywood to deliver us truths that no one else can, will, or does. And Hollywood delivers, sometimes more successfully than other times. Take Major League Baseball. You could read books, go to games, watch Sports Center on ESPN, swallow wholesale droppings from the baseball industry promotion machine-or you could watch "Moneyball" and "Trouble With The Curve," and get a fictionalized sense of the truth that, I'm pretty sure, is much closer in many ways to the day-to-day reality of Major League Baseball than anything else you could get without being part of the game. The complex set of people, rituals, business units and God knows what else that created those two movies is, of course, called "Hollywood." I'm an accomplished and experienced professional writer, but not in Hollywood. My field is just as high-stakes but maybe not quite as dramatic: direct marketing copywriting. Nevertheless, for many years I was exploring how to write screenplays and get them produced. I made a decision some years back that I didn't like the way business was done in Hollywood enough to give up any plans to be a screenwriter. This book hasn't changed that. It has, in fact, reinforced my decision. But it has also made me like Hollywood, and many different aspects of it, one hell of a lot more than I did. So, to be clear: I am writing this review as an outsider, who in all likelihood will stay an outsider. Most other reviews are by insiders (READ THOSE) and people who want their way in. Just as important: I know the writing game, in different arenas. Been making a living at it, and helping others do the same, for about 40 years. I can smell when something is fishy and I can smell when something is authentic. So. This book is the real deal. Without reservation. John Jarrell has done everyone a *huge* favor by writing this book, and he has balls the size of twin asteroids. Not just in what he reveals, but in the energy he brings to every page. I've never seen a book quite like this, and mind you, I *write* books like this myself, including a kindle bestseller on copywriting (look it up). What's so great about this book is that it will keep a writer at any level of his/her career, out of trouble in Hollywood. I saw it live on TV: Fixed in my mind is the image of the 405 freeway in LA, shut down as up to 20 cop cars chase O.J. Simpson driving northbound before his epic arrest in June, 1994. For any screenwriter in Hollywood, the stakes are just about as high if you screw a few things up. Oh, you won't be O.J. and it won't; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Writing the Heart of Your Story: The Secret to Crafting an Unforgettable Novel (Writer's Toolbox Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's C.S. Lakin Page; Review: So a lot of fiction writers do what they do to "express themselves," and well, yeah, that's pretty obvious, right? But expressing yourself can be the path to great creative and commercial success... or, it can be the express train to being a crashing bore who no one wants to read. What's the difference? I think C.S. Lakin has nailed it with this book, and, while I have not read as many craft books as some of the other reviewers, I've read more than my share -- and I've never seen stuff like what I'm seeing in this book, before. Writing from the heart does not mean emoting all over the floor. At least not with this book. It means looking deep enough inside and feeling what's TRUE for you, and conveying that in an accurate and recognizable enough way, so that others share your experience. Many people mistake their heated (and usually angry) OPINIONS for feelings. Close, but a diatribe makes you a guaranteed, certified crashing bore to all those who don't already share your views -- most of the time. Others take it up a notch and preach through pinched nostrils about the way the world SHOULD be. Again: Self-expression 1, Enjoyable value to readers, zero. That round goes to self-satisfaction to the writer. Selfish self-satisfaction, because no one else gets to share in the fun. All of these nasty things I'm saying are vitally important, because they describe what the great vast bulk of manuscripts contain, and why they fail to get the results out in the world of readers that the writer was intending for them to get. C.S. Lakin sees things the rest of us (yours truly, included) don't usually see, and she explains things others don't usually explain. What makes a reader BOND with your story in the first few pages? Not only does she tell you, she gives you a friggin' CHECKLIST. I have personally had the experience (as a reader) that she is talking about so many times, I know she is absolutely right. But never before have I seen a checklist detailing out the secret of what master writers actually DO to create that effect, and make me want to keep reading. Of course, that's only one example of the many valuable, practical insights and techniques she offers in this book. This book goes into a lot of depth about how to turn your novel into an experience that others will enjoy... and, you know, talk about... and, well, write reviews about... and if that happens repetitively enough, WHOA!!!! ... you've got a best-seller on your hands. C.S. Lakin does not promise you a best-seller in this book. I'm just noticing the similarities between what she describes and what you find in the books riding atop of those lists. This book will challenge you, if you read it, take it seriously, and act on its suggestions. It's not easy, but what she's talking about has never been easy. The difference is, maybe for the first time ever for a lot of people, with; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Can't We Talk about Something More Pleasant?: A Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Roz Chast Page; Review: This book is eerie to me in a number of ways: It was recommended to me by Scribd, where I have a subscription, on the weekend of Mother's Day, 2015; My mother's name was Rosalynd (Roz Chast's is Rosalind), and they both hail from Brooklyn; What the author, Roz Chast, talks about in this book comes unnervingly close to what I experienced, felt and thought during the last years of my mother's life. I won't go over the details; if you're considering getting this book, my matching up of details would spoil a lot of the wonderful discovery you're about to make through reading it. If you do get it and read it. And you should. I'll tell you why. For starters, I wish I had been able to read this book in 2008, when my own mother's decline into dementia began, and a series of events unfolded that neither my brotherwho was the primary caregivernor I, were prepared for... in the least. I got every book I could and talked to as many people as were willing to talk to me about this situation. Many were written with the best of intentions. None of them did me much good. I think _Can't we talk about something more pleasant?_ would have helped a lot. That Roz Chast is a brilliant and highly entertaining cartoonist and writer, is a given. I would like to throw in the hat that she is also remarkably _courageous_. Facing and admitting the thoughts and feelings she had at the time takes tremendous courage. Turning them into a book that is amusing and thoughtful in a bittersweet, authentic wayas she didis an act of extraordinary courage. At least, that's how it seems to me. Maybe it didn't take much gumption and guts for her as I imagine it did, but I suspect it took a _lot_. I would recommend this book with high urgency to anyone where dealing with an aging parent is something ahead of you, or something you are involved in, or something you have been through and would like to make better sense of. For me, the chance introduction to this book, and reading it today, is probably the best possible thing that could have happened this Mother's day of 2015. Thank you, Roz Chast.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, & Endorphin Levels; Author: Visit Amazon's Loretta Graziano Breuning Page; Review: I purchased this book under its previous title, "Meet Your Happy Chemicals." *My* happy chemicals started flowing right away as I read it... and... I enthusiastically recommended it to many friends and clients. Why? Because as a fervent student and fan of anything/everything on neuroscience, I found this book did a better job than most others did of explaining how four key naturally-occurring substances - dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphin - work in everyday life. It all started on an amazon search. A very successful and quirky client told me he was motivated by three things: 1) Freedom 2) Time 3) Dopamine. I know a bit about creating more of the first two, but really, I knew little to nothing about the third. I searched for "dopamine" and I happened upon an earlier edition of this book. It told me, in plain, simple, knowledgeable and yet very-well-researched language, so much that was useful, applicable, and simply just interesting! Including, ways my client could increase his dopamine levels without getting hooked on dangerous drugs or maxing out all his credit cards! The author has gone deep into evolutionary psychology/biology to come up with her conclusions. But unlike many books in this field, hers is easy to follow and fun to read. Maybe she's a fan of Einstein's dictum: "Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler." Check this book out. Very, very worthwhile.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise; Author: Visit Amazon's Anders Ericsson Page; Review: I hesitated to buy this book, because I have read so much about Anders Ericsson's work already, and have used what I (thought I) knew about it in my own life, and in my work as a business coach in the very specialized field of direct marketing copywriting. Wow... and this is not the copywriter in me, this is the student, teacher, and coach speaking from here on in... wow, am I glad I got past the hesitation and bought it. I haven't finished reading it yet. I'm at about page 175 of 300. But what I've read so far has opened my eyes, shaken up my brain, put new courage in my heart, and motivated me in ways that are more experiential than describable. It's kind of weird, because I'm reading the book from three points of view, almost at the same time: 1) As a coach, who helps others reach their personal peaks (and often, raise the limit on what they thought their own peak was) 2) As someone who has been very successful at a few things and not so successful at all at a number of other things, and 3) As a beginner, a student, who at age 63, has started on a rather challenging journey and is eager for all the help and insights he can get. I've reflected on my own life, and the successes of my most accomplished coaching clients. In the light of what I've read in the book so far, I realize that a lot of big wins came either from purposeful or totally accidental deliberate practice. I thought I knew what it was, but this book fills in what either I didn't know, or was mistaken about, with great clarity and care. Deliberate practice, of course, is self-imposed focused work on raising your skill level where doing so will bring you the greatest gain. It's more than that, though. The authors politely hint about it, but I'll say it blatantly: Deliberate practice, when done right, can take you to a place of confusion and personal terror the likes of which you might never imagine, if you haven't experienced it before. Not forever. But for at least a little while. Not always. But it can happen. I've experienced this myself, and spoken quietly with clients of mine who were also Olympic medal winners and other world-class performers. High anxiety... happens. Sometimes. Here's why: You're rewiring your brain. Literally. You are creating new neural pathways, rearranging the organization and use of your brain cells, and in some cases, actually enlarging portions of your brain (an example you may be familiar with if you've read any of Ericsson's previous work is the fact that the two hippocampi, the seahorse-shaped lobes in the brain, actually got larger in the heads of London cabdrivers, as a result of the ridiculously detailed amount of memorizing they had to do to get, do, and keep their jobs). OK. So rewiring your brain -- sounds like an exciting adventure, right? Well... partially. But you also can get disoriented. Anxious. Even; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Story Genius: How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Cron Page; Review: This book stands apart from every other book about story I've ever read. And I've read quite a few. For someone who's primarily "interested" in the art and/or science of story, this book is bound to disappoint. But, for someone who's *engaged* in the hobby or profession of crafting stories that need to *work*, "Story Genius" is a godsend. Here's why: Lisa Cron has nailed down, in deceptively simple language, the very exact steps a writer needs to take to go from interesting prose to a compelling story. While the book is highly readable and doesn't have lots of (any, in my reading) frightening and impressive words, I see the fingerprints of other geniuses on the page: Rupert Sheldrake, Nick Arrizza, Anders Ericcson, and even (and in this context, it's a high compliment), L. Ron Hubbard. Just fingerprints, though. The vast majority of the work here is all Cron's. She is so lighthearted and playful, you could easily miss the profound value (to the working storyteller) in her book IF YOU WEREN'T ALREADY STARVING FOR IT. Which I am. Because with all the wonderful books I've read and courses I've taken, a few things have been missing. Like: After you've identified the "wound" in the protagonist's past that informs the inner part of their journey through the story, what in the world do you do with that information? Most other writers, teachers, and gurus implicitly leave you with the challenge, "Well, that's for you to figure out." Translation: They don't know, and they don't want you to know that they don't know. Cron does, and she lays it out explicitly and generously. On the point of the protagonist's "wound" alone, this book is a complete though concise master class. Another thing I've found missing almost everywhere else: How much of your character's past do you need to tell your reader about -- and how do you determine what that how much is? I've only seen a partial answer to that question one place else -- in Aaron Sorkin's MasterClass on screenwriting -- and while he gave essentially the same answer, I find Cron's coverage of this topic in this book, much more useful and comprehensive. "Story Genius" might not be the best book for a beginner for one simple and ironic reason: Until you've been burned over and over again by the overconfident gurus of this field (and I don't include Sorkin here -- he's great, but again, not as comprehensive on certain key points), you won't be able to appreciate the finesse and extraordinary practical value of what's in this book. I know if I had read it, say, 30 years ago, I would have shrugged a lot of this stuff off. Might have called it "repetitive" or "incomplete." These days, I struggle with the real problems that Cron addresses in this book -- both as a working writer myself, and as a coach to other writers. In that way, I am like an experienced jeweler walking through a flea market of cubic zirconium. I have to make stuff work, rather; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: UGG Women's Watts; Brand: ; Review: I love these leggings, but need to give them a 4 for a few reasons. They are super long, which is not a bad thing. I absolutely love the material. They are not too hot wearing around the house, but also super cozy going outside to walk the dog, etc. super nice stitching, and great quality. However, I find them super tight around my calves. I have muscular calves, and they don't have much give in the fabric. I am 5'7 and got the large. The waist and top feel a bit big, but comfy. The seams are also super cute and dress them up so they don't look like all my other leggings... I'm happy. I might go down a size, but for the calves.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yummie Women's Milan Cotton Stretch Shapewear Legging; Brand: ; Review: So far I am loving these leggings. They are a bit shorter then I had hoped, but it's all good to just throw on socks and boots. I haven't needed to keep pulling them up all day. So we will see how well they hold up in the long run. I am staying positive. These are pretty great so far. Definitely happy with them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Calvin Klein Women's Cotton Stretch Logo Bikini Panty 5 Pack; Brand: ; Review: My go to for panties. Super soft, stay put, not to much stretch, and you don't get the harsh panty line. Also super cute colors available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Out of Print Women's Classic Children's Book-Themed V-Neck Tee T-Shirt; Brand: Out of Print; Review: I got this as a gift for my sister. She is definitely a small/xsmall in tops, but I got the medium because I thought it might run tiny. It all worked out. It's so soft, and I am pretty sure she is enjoying it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Brand Women's Triblend Jersey Pajama Set; Brand: ; Review: Definitely quite large. I got XL for comfort... but could easily have sized down to a L or even M. They did soften up a bit after washing them, and are much cozier now.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: UGG Women's Cozy Double Diamond Holiday Box Slippers; Brand: ; Review: I got these for my mom as her feet are always cold. She almost never takes them off her feet. Well, she does not wear them outside the house, but they are so super cute that she probably could. The color is gorgeous and the quilting really adds a nice touch. Good Job UGGs!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zoolander (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 2 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Fullscreen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Season 3 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Green Hill Boutique Hotel; City: Labuan Bajo Flores East Nusa Tenggara; Review: We had made a reservation for 4 nights; one night to start then to return for a 3 day relaxation after a 5 day liveaboard diving trip around the Komodo National Park. The website made it look great described as "boutique" with some good reviews, and it was very close to the dive centre. It was a bit more expensive than we would usually pay (we normally go for quite basic) but we decided this trip we deserved something a better. So what a disappointment when we got here. Our room certainly had a great view over the harbour but this is not what I call "boutique", it is basic and expensive for the standard it offers. We found with other hotels in the area for a similar price with much better ambiance and facilities. The stepped path up the hill to the room passes what looked like the hotel restaurant. Only later did we discover this is a completely separate business and the hotel does not have its own restaurant. The pitiful breakfast is produce somewhere(?) and brought up to your room or to be served on the patio outside. This space was quite dirty. At the end of our diving trip we were very tired & I got an ear infection so was not looking forward to being holed up in this rather unpleasant space for the end of my holiday. Instead we found a haven out of town.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel La Hasienda; City: Kupang West Timor East Nusa Tenggara; Review: We came to Kupang for the diving and were recommended to stay at La Hasienda by the dive company, DiveKupangDive. They said it is a very reasonable price, nicely done and and the best recommendation was if and if he (the owner) wanted to take his wife for a night away that is where he would choose. And we were very happy with his choice. La Hasienda is very well kept, clean and attractively styled "Mexicana". Comfortable bed, TV, free wi-fi, Although at the moment predominantly catering for 1-night stay transit guests (it is only a few minutes drive from the airport) we were very happy for an 11 night stay. In spite of its proximity to the airport we were not bothered by the noise at all. The main down side of its location is that is quite far from the main town for a more choice of lively bars, restaurants and the famous night market but it is easy enough to arrange transport. Their own menu is extensive to cater for Indonesian and Western tastes, good helpings, very tasty and we ate something different every night. Best of all you can enjoy a wide range of cocktails - yummy Margaritas for us of course. They do airport pickup/return and offer tours around West Timor and we rented a motor bike from them for a couple of days to tour on our own. The owner, Michael is extremely attentive to ensure that you have everything you need. Just ask and if it is possible it will happen. During our stay we look at the other places in the town and on the beach, and quite frankly if we go back we wouldn't stay anywhere else. Bijou and will be even more perfect when the roof-top garden is open. Thank you Michael for a wonderful holiday :); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swissotel The Stamford Singapore; City: Singapore; Review: Our third stay here. Singapore is a very expensive city and we don't go there often as we are not so rich and our normal life is very simple. But when we do we want a little bit of pampering and this fine hotel fits the bill; easy to get to (right on the MRT) overlooking Marina Bay, Not the very high price of it's sister hotels (the Fairmont & iconic Raffles) although you can cross charge from their restaurants & bars to your final bill. The rooms are pleasant, well appointed and on this third stay, due to some confusion at check-in we were upgraded to a larger room, more facilities, a higher floor (better view) and a complimentary bar of chocolate. Although when I put it in the fridge as I opened the door I got the distinct pungent & foul whiff of durian - yuergh :( If you register & join the Swiss Circle (no charge) you get free wi-fi. The best bit for us are the friendly staff, especially at Alligator Pear poolside bar and other restaurants - Olivia & Keith are gems. Even though we are infrequent, short stay guests, returning we get a big smile "welcome back, genuine recognitian which is a feat when they must see literally thousands of new faces every week. The downside this time is we had a late evening flight out so wanted to freshen up some hours after check-out. From the entire 1261 room hotel they have only allocated ONE as the hospitality suite for this purpose and it when we wanted to use it was already occupied.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Watergarden Hotel Spa; City: Candidasa Karangasem Bali; Review: What a shame we could only spend one night here. Not a beach-front property, but set back from the road spreading up the hill is this discretely advertised and aptly named hotel. And here is a clue to this treasure - not garish loud and bright signs all along the road which spoil so many parts of Bali. So we drove straight past it and having found a place to turn the car round, nearly missed it again. We were welcomed warmly, led through the cleverly laid out garden, along meandering footpaths, over little bridges, through lush vegetation, with running water features throughout, to our secluded bungalow. Enchanting and beautiful. Blending in with the gardens, built from natural materials in Bali style and comfort. A good sleep was followed by one of the best breakfasts ever ( perfectly poached eggs on a bed of spinach with a cheesy bearnaise sauce - Mmm-mmm), served at the pool-side terrace. If I need to stay in Candidasa again I will definitely go back there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lumba Lumba Diving Centre; City: Pulau Weh Aceh Sumatra; Review: We had wanted to come to Pulau Weh for a long time, but for several years in a row one of the volcanoes in Java erupted, cancelling our planned flights from Bali - the consequence of live in the ring of fire. So finally we made it and were not disappointed. Lumba-Lumba is the perfect answer. You get a friendly and professional welcome. The accommodation is far from basic, spacious, with decent hot shower, kitchenette area (fridge, plates/cutlery and a sink so you don't have to wash up in the bathroom) and a safe. Beautiful view to the sea, from your hammock or seat on the balcony/veranda. The only down side is they do not offer any catering, not even breakfast. Sure you can easily buy and prepre your own simple food in your own space, and in main building I think they also have a toaster. There are also several choices along the beach front for all meals, but we discovered that really only one (next door turn left) can serve a palatable breakfast early enough to make the morning dive boat. And for dinner we ended up most nights the other side in Barracuda - very good Having already lived and worked for a dive centre in Bali for the last 6 years we understand how sometimes it is difficult to get stuff that we take for granted in the west. In spite of its very remote location Lumba-Lumba maintains a good standard of equipment and offer Nitrox. The diving is well organised, small groups and many reefs are all only short boat-rides away, with very rich marine life - we loved it! We'd go back if we can and certainly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scuba Seraya Resort; City: Tulamben Bali; Review: We spent an all too short 2 nights / 3 days at this serene, beach-side resort. Situated in between bustle of Tulamben and Amed, here you are free from almost all ambient sounds except the sea and wildlife - a very relaxing place. We were in a garden room with unobstructed view of the sea. Not particularly spacious but perfectly adequate, comfortable with airy, open air bathroom. The only criticism was there seemed to be no setting for the A/C in between completely off or “freezer” cold. The Restaurant makes good breakfast and offers a fair selection of local and western dishes for lunch and dinner. There are not really any other places to eat within walking distance. The dive centre is well organised. Famous for its macro house reef, the diving from beach reveals a wealth of amazing small and rare marine creatures. Do not be put off that it looks dark, less inviting than the bright blue sea you might expect in the tropics. It is simply due to the black, volcanic sand and stones which make up the shoreline. If you seek more colourful corals of course they make the short boat rides to the reefs at Tulamben (West) or Amed (East). This was not our first stay here and we hope it won't be our last; highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sudi Guest House; City: Pemuteran Gerokgak Bali; Review: We needed somewhere to stay while our own accommodation was renovated and found the perfect place. If you are looking for something that won't break the bank, simple, clean and tidy, Sudi Guest House fits the bill. Tucked in a small track off the main road, set in a well tended garden, these rooms are quiet, equipped with excellent aircon, powerful hot water shower in the Bali style open air bathroom and breakfast served on your private terrace. Free wifi with strong signal. Friendly owner and staff to look after you and can help arrange any activities you may want to do in the area. Centrally located, well placed for just a short walk to get to the beach plus the choice of many warungs, dive centres and small shops for essential supplies.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seminyak Garden; City: Seminyak Kuta District Bali; Review: Needed a budget place to sleep just for one night. This was it, no more; harmless but not somewhere I'd want to spend too many nights. The photos make it look bright & shiny. Reality is it's tired and a bit shabby giving the impression the room may not be clean. .Small room, tiny bathroom but at least the shower was powerful & hot, the bed comfortable and the A/C worked. Buffet breakfast maybe the worst I've had in Bali (and I've lived here for 9 years), My egg was fine but horrible coffee & juice, terrible bread, very strange tasting butter / margarine (is there sugar in it ?!!) Can't say about the jam or anything else as it had all run out in spite of the many staff standing around. Come on, charging Rp60,000, I know you can do better without breaking the budget. All that said, it is in a good, quiet location and although my room faced the car-park and trash I'm guessing some of the rooms must have great views; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mona Homestay; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: For the second time in 2 weeks I needed a budget place to stay in Sanur for about a week. This bijou, locally owned/run homestay is set down a small paved road about 100m off the main road Jalan Danau Tamblingen. Mona is a truly peaceful haven. It is in an enclosed courtyard with the handful of guest rooms built alongside the owners own house, every available outdoor space filled with beautiful tropical plants. Inside, the bedroom feels really spacious and bright. Comfortable queen bed, A/C and ceiling fan plus flat screen TV. The bathroom has very powerful, 5* hot water shower, with shampoo and shower wash also provided. Although they do not offer breakfast you can help yourself to tea or coffee from their kitchen any time but the biggest plus is your room has a full sized fridge, with plenty of shops close by to be able to fill it if you want to be self sufficient. Equally Sanur has so many restaurants serving all styles of breakfast within easy walking distance. Staffed by genuinely caring, helpful, friendly people, without a doubt I would choose Mona Homestay again and again and again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Puri Mango Hotel; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: Located at near the nightmarket in Sanur this is a perfectly pleasant place to stay for a couple of days. The second time I have stayed here with a gap about 4 years they have definitely updated and decorated for the better in between. Very reasonable price, room is clean and comfortable, equipped with flat screen TV, no fridge, good hot water shower, small bar of soap, rather noisy A/C unit. Fair breakfast included (some fruit, orange juice, eggs or pancakes or just toast plus tea or coffee) served at the almost-roadside cafe. Ground and first floor rooms built make up 2 sides of the courtyard enclosing the small swimming pool. The hotel is well placed for the many shops and warungs in Jalan Tamblingen, also close to the beach in one direction (a couple of minutes walk) and the bypass to go touring the other.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: 6x9 WHITE Poly mailers envelope BAGS 6 x 9 Pieces of 1000; Brand: ValueMailers; Review: GOOD PRICE; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Awesometoner Compatible DR510 Drum For Use With Brother HL-5140, 5150D, 5150DLT, 5170DN, 5170DLT, MFC-8220, 8440, 8840D, 8840DN, DCP-8040, 8045D; Brand: Awesometoner; Review: I did not work for me my printer did not like this item and rejected; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Compatible With Brother TN570 Compatible Toner Cartridge - Black; Brand: Unknown; Review: I did not seem to get much mileage as on the other toner carts I had before these; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premium replacement Toner Cartridge AI-570 use for: Brother HL1650/1850/5040/5140/DCP8040/8020/MFC8420/8220/8440/8840DN/8300/8500/P2500/9650...; Brand: STAR USA; Review: Not very premium more like standard and lower printed outs than what standard factory carts; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: AT&T CL2909 Corded Phone with Speakerphone and Caller ID/Call Waiting, White; Brand: AT&T; Review: I did not read that It takes 4 AA batterys, I thought it was line powered works and sound good too bad there is not a jack for power to eleminate the batterys cant beat the price; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OBi200 1-Port VoIP Phone Adapter with Google Voice and Fax Support for Home and SOHO Phone Service; Brand: Obihai; Review: works good and like it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
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Title: Tommy Bahama 2 Backpack Beach Chairs/Red + 1 Medium Tote Bag; Brand: Tommy Bahama; Review: We bought these little gems to take on vacation with us to the Coast. They were perfect in every way. Lots of little pockets to stow treats and drinks, phones and keys. Backpack straps made it easy to tote them out onto the beach. And they were comfy to sit in while we soaked up the sun, read and enjoyed the sound of the surf. Best purchase of beach chairs ever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CamelBak Chute 1.5L Water Bottle; Brand: CamelBak; Review: I love this water bottle. I keep it with me all day. I usually drink two or three refills of it a day. Perfect. I have a couple of things that keep it from being a five star bottle. They are 1) It is huge! This is a pro and a con. The pro is I have to fill it up much less often, the con is that it is huge! 2) the cap is awkward. It does snap in, not very easily; and it's a hassle to lock it in, drink from it, unlock it and screw it back on. I feel like I can't just leave the cap snapped back and open because if it got knocked over, well then we are back to the fact that it's huge and you'd have quite the mess. But even with the two cons I still enjoy this bottle and use it everyday. The fact that I have to fill it so infrequently makes up for any hassle the cap might present.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CamelBak Chute 1.5L Water Bottle; Brand: CamelBak; Review: I love this water bottle. I keep it with me all day. I usually drink two or three refills of it a day. Perfect. I have a couple of things that keep it from being a five star bottle. They are 1) It is huge! This is a pro and a con. The pro is I have to fill it up much less often, the con is that it is huge! 2) the cap is awkward. It does snap in, not very easily; and it's a hassle to lock it in, drink from it, unlock it and screw it back on. I feel like I can't just leave the cap snapped back and open because if it got knocked over, well then we are back to the fact that it's huge and you'd have quite the mess. But even with the two cons I still enjoy this bottle and use it everyday. The fact that I have to fill it so infrequently makes up for any hassle the cap might present.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reebok Women's Athletic Low-Cut Sock with Stitching 6-Pack; Brand: ; Review: I love these fabulous little socks. The tabs on the back keep them from sliding into my shoes, they stay put, they are cushy and soft and the colors are vibrant and pretty. My feet are in sock heaven.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Shaker Bottle, 20 Ounce, Purple Rain 1906410; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: I have quite enjoyed this shaker bottle. It does the job of mixing my supplements with my protein drinks, although you do have to shake for a little while to get it all mixed thoroughly. However, it's a lovely bottle, well designed and well made and I'm very happy with it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spalding High Bounce Handball; Brand: Spalding; Review: Youngest Son decided he had to have a bouncy ball. This one did the trick and he loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: The Woman I Am: The Definitive Collection; Brand: Helen Reddy; Review: I have always loved this woman and the songs she sang. Her music was a big part of my past and since you tube I have been able to see and hear some of the songs that made her who she is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Now & Forever; Brand: Air Supply; Review: Well this was a great book and I have always enjoyed Ray Bradbury and anything that he has written. Looking forward to getting more of his books. I had a good collection, but over the years have lost them and now I can them back again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Now and forever 1982 anglais; Brand: Air Supply; Review: Well this was a great book and I have always enjoyed Ray Bradbury and anything that he has written. Looking forward to getting more of his books. I had a good collection, but over the years have lost them and now I can them back again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best Of The Pirates Of The Mississippi; Brand: Pirates Of The Mississippi; Review: I have liked these guys from the first time I heard Feed Jake and than fighting for you clinched it. It is sad that today a lot of the folks considered Country could not hold a candle to this band. This is one that I would consider to be Country and it would be nice to see some of that come back again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Of Sawyer Brown; Brand: Sawyer Brown; Review: What can be said about this group other than real talent and songs. This is one of the best bands and some of the best songs to come along. It really is to bad that we don't have this kind of music today and since I have been a country fan my entire life I have lost some of the feelings to the ones today. I am not really sure what you would call some of this music today, but a whole lot of it isn't country. I do feel that these artists can step outside and do something different, but the genre's should stay as they have always been. Country/Rock/Alternative/Pop. This was a great group of guys and loved the music.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: MOSISO MacBook Air 13 Inch Case (Release 2010-2017 Older Version), Plastic Hard Shell Case; Brand: Mosiso; Review: I recieve it and love it....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kingston Digital DataTraveler GE9 2.0 (DTGE9/16GBZ); Brand: Kingston; Review: As i expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ULAK 360 Degree Rotating Magnetic Synthetic Leather stand Case Smart Cover with Wake/sleep Function For Apple New iPad 4th Generation; Brand: ULAK; Review: Nice love it...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDE Plastic Hard Shell Case and Keyboard Cover for MacBook Air 11 Inch (Models: A1370/A1465), Black; Brand: HDE; Review: My wife lo e it..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MOSISO Plastic Hard Shell Case Cover Only Compatible Old MacBook Pro 13 Inch (A1278 CD-ROM), Release Early 2012/2011/2010/2009/2008, Black; Brand: MOSISO; Review: Pretty case; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: And the Mountains Echoed; Author: Hosdeini Khaled; Review: Beautifully written, words and stories woven by a true story teller. Real life complexities, no clichs in he ending. Magnificent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The BOOK THIEF; Author: Visit Amazon's Markus Zusak Page; Review: This book delicately explores loss, human suffering and hope against the backdrop of war torn Germany. Loved every chapter. Excellent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Snow Child: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Eowyn Ivey Page; Review: This is such a good read, you can see and smell the things described. The emotions run true to the story told. Very believable story. Could not put it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Isabella: Braveheart of France; Author: Visit Amazon's Colin Falconer Page; Review: Historical read, explores the hearts and desires of the people under the crowns whilst they battle for the hearts of their people.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: All the Light We Cannot See; Author: Visit Amazon's Anthony Doerr Page; Review: Beautiful language and imagery that splashes the reality of war with brief shimmers of silver and gold. Best read of 2016.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Man Called Ove (Thorndike Press Large Print Core Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Fredrik Backman Page; Review: We all have an Ove in our lives, curmudgeonly, grudging and judging. This book is a great reminder not to judge a book by its cover, the man by his glower. Take time. Full of laughs and observations on life and those who live it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings; Author: Visit Amazon's Maya Angelou Page; Review: I enjoyed the evocative history of a black American childhood, set amongst a backdrop of church, bars, prejudice and a breaking free into a young woman. A loving grandmother, beautiful but absent parents, the main character has brains and sass. Recommend for those who enjoy a well turned paragraph that evokes a time and place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Red Mason Jar Measuring Cups; Brand: World Market; Review: I bought this in red. It's exactly as pictured. The measurements are written on the inside of each size. Super cute!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4 Bend Stainless Steel Straws Extra LONG fits 30 oz & 20 oz Yeti Tumbler Rambler Cups; Brand: CocoStraw; Review: Perfect size for the 30oz Yeti. Straw did not have any sort of taste to it. Comes with four slightly bent straws and a small straw cleaning tool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SimplexSilicone 2 Pack Premium Non-Stick Silicone Tongs with Elevated Stand - Stainless Steel with Silicone Heat Resistant Barbecue; Brand: SimplexSilicone; Review: Exactly as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skeleton Rat; Brand: ; Review: I love this rat! You can move the neck left or right and the mouth can be open or closed. The tail is moveable as well - it can bend and curl. I plan on buying a couple more skeleton animals for my Halloween decorations.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoover T-Series WindTunnel Rewind Plus Bagless Corded Upright Vacuum UH70120, Green; Brand: Hoover; Review: This vacuum works well. The only thing I with was different is the extension hose/wand. I wanted to be able to use this for dust up high but I can't unless I pick the vacuum up and then I can't really reach that far. My husband is 6ft tall as even he could hold the vacuum and try to get the high areas. But the vacuum works great on carpet and hardwood floors.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zazzol Wine Aerator Decanter - Multi Stage Design with Gift Box - Recommended by Business Insider; Brand: Zazzol; Review: I do not know if this item works - I can't tell a difference in the taste of the wine but other reviewers love it but maybe they know more about wine than I do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KLOUD City Kitchen Wood Stir Fry Cooking Serving Tool Sets (Wood Spatula Turner Set (Arc+Diagonal)); Brand: KLOUD City; Review: These are not horrible wood stir products but I don't love them - the quality of the item is not what I bought it would be.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zazzol Wine Aerator Decanter - Multi Stage Design with Gift Box - Recommended by Business Insider; Brand: Zazzol; Review: I do not know if this item works - I can't tell a difference in the taste of the wine but other reviewers love it but maybe they know more about wine than I do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hoover FloorMate Deluxe Hard Floor Cleaner, Moondust; Brand: Hoover; Review: Works good just a little smaller than I was expecting. You have to go slow over the floor several times but it works.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hoover Hardwood Floor Cleaner FloorMate Deluxe Corded Bare Floor Cleaner with Foldable Handle FH40165; Brand: Hoover; Review: Works good just a little smaller than I was expecting. You have to go slow over the floor several times but it works.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ORBLUE Flexible Almond-Shaped Silicone Spoon Rest - 4-pack; Brand: Orblue; Review: I like these a lot. They are silicone so if you are looking for a hard or thick spoon rest these are not what you should order. I like that they are thin and don't take up a lot of room in a drawer. I think the side and ha dale should have been thicker so that it holds a large utensil better but for the price you can't beat them. I received an email from the company stating my item was being processed and that they included a little something extra in the package - I wish I knew what it was because I didn't get anything extra but I appreciate the thought anyways :) The pics that I attached are to try and show the size because a lot of reviews said they were smaller than expected- I thought they were the appropriate size.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ozeri Nouveaux II Electric Wine Opener in Black, with Foil Cutter, Wine Pourer and Stopper; Brand: Ozeri; Review: Works perfect and is so easy to use!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Talking Headz; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Someone down the shore recommended Heather to me a while ago, and I finally made an appointment. She did an amazing job. I absolutely love my hair. Also, she's super friendly, and the price was very reasonable. Should have followed up on the recommendation sooner. This is definitely my new place in Philly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Expressive Hand; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: This place is totally AWESOME! Went there with my sister last week and had a blast painting pottery. The prices are super reasonable, and there is NO sitting fee. We stayed for about four hours, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful the whole time. They even put up w/me singing...I do not have a good voice AT ALL. But I couldn't help myself b/c they were playing good jams, and I was just having so much fun. ALSO, I went to pick up our pottery today --- the final product is crazy beautiful. I can't believe it took me so long to check this place out. Now that I have, I will definitely be visiting again. Thank you, Expressive Hand!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wake Up Yoga Rittenhouse; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: I have been attending the Heart & Soul Flow class at the new location in Rittenhouse for the last several weeks. I recently returned to practicing yoga and was looking for a studio that was focused on mindfulness in addition to the physical practice. Wake Up Yoga, and Heart & Soul Flow in particular, have exceeded my expectations, and I feel so much gratitude for having come across this studio/class. In fact, in spite of being somewhat of a commitment-phobe, purchasing one class pass at a time, I ended up purchasing a ten class pass because after the first couple of times, I knew that it was well worth my investment from the perspective of both money and time. I can only speak to Heart & Soul Flow, since I have not yet had the opportunity to explore other classes, but I have a strong feeling that all of the classes at all of the locations are awesome. If you are looking for a yoga practice that caters not only to the physicality of yoga, but also to your mind and heart, this is for you. Each time I've gone, I've ended up having this embodied, grounded, and equal parts challenging and supportive experience that seemed to embrace all of me. And each time I've left after class, I've walked away feeling more present, grounded, integrated, whole, and open-hearted than when I walked in. And from a physical perspective, I feel more aligned, limber, and physically attuned with my body, all of which has been beneficial to my other physical activities, most especially running. The instructors are absolutely wonderful, kind, and welcoming, as well as, very knowledgable without ever being condescending. The other students in the class tend to be really friendly, too, making me feel like I am part of a really rad community each week when I go. The space itself (again, have only been to Rittenhouse) is also warm and welcoming. There are several changing rooms, two bathrooms, lots of cubby holes to store your belongings, and they provide mats, blocks, blankets, and really anything you could possibly need. The two studio rooms at this location are amply sized and friendly in decor with soothing accent colors on the walls and exposed brick. There are NO mirrors, which to me, is a plus, because I find them distracting to my practice. It is located on the third floor of a walk-up, but there is also an elevator, so it is accessible. There is also a water cooler with hot and cold settings to fill up your water bottle, though they also provide disposable cups. Finally, the prices are more than reasonable, especially when compared with other studios in Philadelphia, and all that Wake Up Yoga offers in catering to your body, mind, and spirit. I cannot recommend this studio and Heart & Soul Flow enough. Truly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wake Up Yoga Rittenhouse; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: A little over five months later, and I feel inspired to write another review expressing how incredible Wake Up Yoga is--this one speaks more to Wake Up Yoga's overall positive impact. If you're looking for more detailed information, see original review from 5/31/17, all of which remains true. Wake Up Yoga is pure magic. It not only provides benefits for the body in the physical practice, which is thorough, inventive, and mindful but also for the heart and the mind. The studio(s) in and of itself is a literal sanctuary--a warm and welcoming place in every aspect--that, together with the practice, helps me to become a sanctuary for myself in my body, in my heart, and in my mind both on AND off of the mat out in the world in everyday life. Each time I go, I feel like I am giving myself a gift, a gift I highly recommend anyone and everyone check out for themselves.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wake Up Yoga South; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Wake Up Yoga is pure magic. It not only provides benefits for the body in the physical practice, which is thorough, inventive, and mindful but also for the heart and the mind. The studio(s) in and of itself is a literal sanctuary--a warm and welcoming place in every aspect--that, together with the practice, helps me to become a sanctuary for myself in my body, in my heart, and in my mind both on AND off of the mat out in the world in everyday life. Each time I go, I feel like I am giving myself a gift, a gift I highly recommend anyone and everyone check out for themselves.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drains R Us Plumbing and Drain Cleaning; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: I needed a plumber right away and Drains R Us Plumbing and Drain Cleaning was able to come to my home within an hour and a half of my phone call. They were not only prompt, but very professional, thorough, and friendly. Most importantly, they solved my plumbing issue. I am very grateful for their service and would recommend them, especially if your plumbing issue is somewhat urgent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doggie Style Pets; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Recently adopted my first small dog and had to get him groomed. It was really easy to make an appointment, and the groomer, BEX, exuded calm and friendliness and did a really great job grooming him--pretty much all of his hair was matted and had to go, so this surely was no easy feat. In addition, the people who worked in the store were super nice and helpful. They were really sweet to my dog and to me and helped me find all of the things that we needed as well as make sure different items fit my dog properly. I really appreciated all of their assistance and kindness, especially b/c I was feeling a little nervous and flustered b/c this is my first small dog and b/c all of this happened during the snowstorm today. Many thanks to the employees there. And, to anyone reading this, I highly recommend this Doggie Style store--they will take good care of you and your pet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Pollan Page; Review: Typical Michael Pollan -- interesting, beautifully written, and a real page turner. I gave it to friends and family I loved it so much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health (California Studies in Food and Culture); Author: Visit Amazon's Marion Nestle Page; Review: I recognize Nestl's place in the recent attention given to food politics, but I'm sorry to say I find the book very dry, dull and boring. I was unable to finish it. There are many, many more compelling books on food politics.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy: An Economist Examines the; Author: Visit Amazon's Pietra Rivoli Page; Review: Who knew there was so much to know about the cotton industry. I haven't finished the book yet, but I really like the even-handedness of the approach. It doesn't feel like a liberal screed or a conservative defense, but rather a good and interesting look at both sides.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Spain; Author: Nick Inman; Review: I bought this travel guide for my son, who will be studying abroad this month. He immediately liked it. The photos and the information is beautiful for anyone just to look at, but I think it is also very well organized and helpful to a traveler.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Victory (Wisconsin / Warner Bros. Screenplays Series); Author: Bernard F. Dick; Review: Can't beat Bette Davis. Great acting, great story. Loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Invention of Wings; Author: Visit Amazon's Sue Monk Kidd Page; Review: I loved this book. The narrators do a fantastic job bringing the southern white/black speech to life. The story is compelling and had me hooked right off the bat. Very, very good historical fiction. You should listen to this one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Hidden Hollow Beads Cancer Awareness (Hope for The Cure) Expandable Wire Women's Bangle Bracelet, Comes in a Gift Box!; Brand: Hidden Hollow Beads; Review: Gorgeous cancer survivor I love my peach; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3.47 Ct. Round-shape Cubic Zirconia Cz Solitaire Bridal Engagement Wedding 3 Piece Ring Set (Center Stone Is 2.75 Cts); Brand: Bridal Ring Bling; Review: Gorgeous; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nine West Women's Gelabelle Synthetic Dress Pump; Brand: ; Review: I'm a true 7.5 ran large; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nine West Women's Kiani Synthetic Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: Great shoe true size; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BCBGeneration Women's BG-Carly Dress Sandal; Brand: ; Review: Love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harley-Davidson Women's Annadale Boot; Brand: Harley-Davidson; Review: PERFECT FIT, AND TRUE TO SIZE Soft leather and perfect fit, I cannot wait to ride with them. Very comfortable; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CL by Chinese Laundry Women's Tonya Wedge Sandal Slide; Brand: ; Review: Perfect wedge! Great quality and price. Absolutely true to size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thin Blue Line & Thin Red Line American Flag Bandana by Hoo-rag - Face Mask & Neck Gaiter Shield; Brand: Hoo-Rag; Review: Absolutely perfect. Great design, great price and fast shipping. Will buy again,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nine West Women's Flax New Hollywood Dress Pump; Brand: ; Review: Perfect! Second pair.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cubavera Men's Long Sleeve 100% Linen Cuban Guayabera Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Excellent item. Purchased three colors for a wedding. Great quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: made2envy Bodycon Midi or Mini Peplum Dress with Square Neckline; Brand: made2envy; Review: See through; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: MBJ Womens 3/4 Sleeve Drape Top with Side Shirring - Made in USA; Brand: ; Review: Great shirt for jeans and relaxing. Washes perfect. 34d 52 125lbs small; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NANA 14k Gold Post & Sterling Silver 4 Prong Swarovski Pure Brilliance CZ Stud Earrings CZ 1.0 to 8.0ctw; Brand: Central Diamond Center; Review: Amazing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LL Womens 3/4 Sleeve Tie-Dye Ombre Dolman Top - Made in USA; Brand: Lock and Love; Review: Great shirt for jeans and relaxing. I bought several colors; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VfEmage Women Asymmetric Neckline Ruched Draped Wear to Work Casual Dress; Brand: VfEmage; Review: Runs small lining is wierd; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: JS Collection Women's Sleeveless Soutache Dress; Brand: JS Collection; Review: Lots of fabric runs very large; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Robin Hood - Men in Tights VHS; Brand: Cary Elwes; Review: Very, very, very funny!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Secret Promise; Brand: Victor Alfieri; Review: Good movie, held my attention.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wire: Season 1; Brand: Dominic West; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strike Back: Season 3; Brand: Richard Armitage; Review: Love it!!! Continuous action and the characters are great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel Dog; Brand: Jon Michael Davis; Review: Great movie for kids and adults; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Barcaldine Castle; City: Benderloch Argyll and Bute Scotland; Review: We arrived at the castle in the evening. Our sat nav GPS took us right to the door with the postal code entered. John and Sara were most welcoming and we ordered the high tea for arrival. Boy did we make the right decision. The most extraordinary home made chocolates and fresh sandwiches. The castle is smaller and more cozy than those in fairy tales, but there certainly are a lot of real tales about this place, even ones about the genuine dungeon in the basement (complete with bones...now come on John, that was a soup bone, right?!). The family room had a nice fire every evening. The great room has a humongous fireplace which was not being used at the time (may be for the best, you can burn a block of flats in that one!). Breakfast was in the basement near the kitchen, but I think I would have preferred it in the upstairs grand room where we had our tea but logistically that is difficult without a dumbwaiter. The rooms were very comfortable, one of which should have a working fireplace soon but that one has a separate nice bath with only a shower. Views are spectacular. Another room is a bit smaller but equally nice and has an attached bath with bathtub. The only issue we had was that the hot water in the tub was limited (the one in the shower is electric on-wall unit). I believe the other rooms were under renovations. The area is gorgeous and easy to hike around including a nearby beach and walking trails with trail-head in town. Oban is minutes away with a couple nice restaurants (we recommend the Cuan Mor). Sara suggested a side trip to Lismore, a beautiful island with a tiny ferry. Fantastic little trip there but if you want to go to the tea shop it is a good 3 mile walk so time it with the last ferry. This accommodation is definitely worth a return trip!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Duisdale House Hotel; City: Sleat Isle of Skye The Hebrides Scotland; Review: First, anyone must start a review on Duisdale by saying what a spectacular location with nice gardens, trails, views and attractive house. But that is about all that is special about this place. We paid over $400 for one night (plus around $150 for dinner) after coming from Hotel du Vin luxury in Glasgow and divine accommodations at Barcaldine Castle, both of which hovered around $200 (plus about $150 for a fabulous dinner at Hotel du Vin). What we got was a mediocre room, quite tiny, scant views from window, no frills at all really for the exorbitant price. And it was close to the lobby where a group of people from the boats decended into the noisy bar area. And the "award winning" meals? Lackluster to be blunt. We waited about an hour with pitiful cocktails in the lounge waiting for our appointed reservation. They took our order for wine while we sat. There was one interesting Bordeaux on the menu. When we ordered it she asked, "uh, I don’t know about any wines, just tell me what number is in the left column?" Are you kidding me? At these prices I get one from column A, one from column B? Meal was just OK but the duck was way overcooked. The dessert was the only interesting part. After coming from an amazing experience with fine service and superlative food at the other posh accommodations above this was a costly mistake. If they charge the same price as other similar establishments I would not be writing this review. But twice the price for half the joy? It is an average place in an above average location good for one night at the most.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens; City: Glasgow Scotland; Review: We both had a fantastic experience at this luxury accommodation. Well worth the price. We were offered an upgrade to a suite during this off season time and it was very roomy and comfortable. The staff was friendly and the dinner most excellent with knowledgeable staff on food and wine and a romantic setting. Close to some additional restaurants, cafes, museums, this is a fine place to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pink Guest House; City: Portree Isle of Skye The Hebrides Scotland; Review: We had a fine experience in Portree staying at the Pink House. The owner is very friendly. The breakfast is fine. But what really rocks is the location which is right on the harbor. We stayed at the lower separate entry room. It was a decent price for what you get. The bath was a bit musty and the bed a bit uncomfortable but not enough to prevent us from recommending it to others. Not sure what the other upstairs rooms are like. The local restaurants are within a stones throw, the harbor boat trips depart from across the street, and the walking trails nearby. NOTE: If you intend on more luxury accommodations on Skye I suggest you look into Cuillin Hills. We do NOT recommend a stay at Duisdale House, Isle Ornsay, a vastly overpriced house with a view but odd staff, overcooked fowl for big bucks, and who even slammed our review belittling us for arriving on the island public bus and claimed we had a "vast" wine bill which explained the high cost--one and one half low priced bottles over two days!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Town House; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: This is the best B&B on a street with many others, none of which look nearly as nice as The Town House. Susan Virtue is a superb host for your stay. The location is near many sites and great restaurants and pubs (Bennet's Bar just down the road is best for a quiet pint). The Cameo film house is around the corner, too. A short walk across the canal takes you to the big Scotland Conference Center where I attended an international conference. You can't go wrong with this place!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casa de las Tias; City: San Rafael de Escazu San Jose Metro Province of San Jose; Review: First of all, it is difficult to get a nice place like this in the San Jose metro area. Cozy, quiet, convenient, off the busy streets surrounded by gardens. This location is the best for proximity to both airports (international and for Nature Air), and is in an area of fine dining without being in the heart of the city. In fact one of the best restaurants we have ever been to is right on the corner of the street. There is also a fabulous supermarket around the corner. We spent a few days exploring the area with the kind help of our hosts Xavier and Pilar. They were friendly and helpful and provided a comfortable room and nice breakfasts which are served in the garden on nice days. The walls are a little thin but we slept well in the lovely suite. The whole house is very welcoming and it feels like coming home if you travel to Osa as we did, using Casa de las Tias as a home base before and after. Highly recommended by us both!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zenit Lisboa; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: This hotel is rated 4 stars. We booked months in advance and were first put in a rather small smelly smoking room without asking our preference. We paid over 70 EUR per night (off season). The room had mold in the bathtub, cracked table tops, broken remote control, old ripped, really, really mangy blanket. We asked for another room and they would only put us in a room on the third floor but that was on a busy road so we said no thank you. For a couple staying 8 days you would think we would be treated better! The hotel did not offer washcloths or hair conditioner. The walls are thin. At 10:00am the cleaning staff woke us with constant loud door slamming and chatting in the rooms and halls. The wifi did not work one day and some of the staff were clueless. There is a pay-for-service computer in the middle of the lobby but only on questioning were we told of a free one hidden next to the toilet! There were coffee cups available on a table in the lobby but never any coffee anywhere, or not that we were told of. On departure, there was a misunderstanding about paying which involved giving credit card numbers again. The previous day I asked the desk if any money was owed since I was leaving my fiancé a day early with no credit card and they said "no, everything fine." She was treated rudely that morning. She asked them to call a taxi and, instead, they called a private car (NO meter) which charged her 14 EUR for a 6 EUR trip to the airport. She asked them, "14 Euros to the airport? Are you kidding me?" And the driver said that is the weekend price! Well, I paid 6 EUR the Saturday, before, from a taxi at the 5 star Sheraton next door! I emailed corporate and got a weak apology for the less than 4 star accommodation and that they will look into the overcharge "taxi." No action on that as of three weeks later. For half the money you will be better served at a small pension.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel Sonam Delek; City: Gangtok East Sikkim Sikkim; Review: Stayed 2 nights in Sonam Delek and had all our meals there. The kitchen served us a varied menu from Tibetan to Sikkimese food prepared deliciously. Staff made every effort to ensure that we are comfortable. When hot shower water runs low, they fetched us pails if hot water.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: No 20 Boutique Bed and Breakfast; City: Helensburgh Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Pa; Review: We stayed for 1 night on 1 Sep 2012 and enjoyed Catriona and Tobby's warm hospitality. We were served warm scones on arrival. The rooms are charming and very comfortable. From the Heron room, we had a good view of the sea. A lot of effort was put in by the owners to ensure a pleasant stay for us. Tobby helped us with our luggages. We had a early morning walk around town and came back to enjoyed a hearty breakfast put together by Catriona and her sister. We would strongly recommend this B&B to other visitors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Houshi; City: Komatsu Ishikawa Prefecture Hokuriku Chubu; Review: We were picked up from Kagaonsen by the ryokan pick-up service. On arrival we were shown to a reciving room with a great view of the ryokan's traditional Japanese garden and served macha, a traditional Japanese tea ceremony tea and mochi. We were assigned a servicing staff, Tei who looked after us throughout our stay. This is the first time we experienced a designated service staff who not only served us our meals but took care of all our enquiries from train departure schedule to departure time for complimentary transfer to nearby shrine for sightseeing. Our dinner and breakfast were served in our room. Our room on the ground floor has great view of the traditional garden with koi swimming in the pond; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taikyoro; City: Miyazu Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: From the outside the ryokan looked deceptively simple but the interior was beautiful and spotlessly clean and comfortable. Being located by the Amanohashidate bridge, it is convenient for walking through the pine-lined sand bar across the Miyazu Bay. The food was exceptionally delicious and beautifully presented.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gassho no Yado Magoemon; City: Shirakawa mura Ono gun Gifu Prefecture Tokai Chubu; Review: No English was spoken but the lady owner and service staff ensured us a very comfortable stay. Meal were served round the fire-place. The only disadvantage was the toilet was not attached to our room but shared by all the guests. Food served comprised mountain vegetables and fish.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toyoko Inn Kyoto Shijo Omiya; City: Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: As usual, Toyoko Inn offers clean no-frills but with all basic necessities accomodation. While not as near the tourist belt as its Shijio Karasuma, it has a good supermarket across the road. We stayed in the business twin which offers better privacy if you are sharing with a friend; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royal Park Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: We stayed for 7 nights from 11 to 18 January. The hotel is conveniently located for access by public transport. The airport bus stop right in front of the hotel. The service staff from reception to concierge were most helpful. The rooms are large by Hongkong standard and we have a room overlooking the beautiful park by the river.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yes Hotel; City: Taitung City Taitung; Review: Stayed here for 2 nights and was very pleased with the clean rooms and good breakfast spread. Great value for the price paid. It is within walking distance from a small night market. Parking available in a secured compound within walking distance of the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rengejoin Temple; City: Koya cho Ito gun Wakayama Prefecture Kinki; Review: We stayed there for one night in April 2014. The place was extremely crowded and popular with westerners. The zen garden was beautiful., the tatami rooms clean(as expected of most Japanese lodging), the vegetarian food good. There is a chanting and meditation session in the morning. Guests are welcomed to participate but not compulsory. I was looking forward to experiencing peace and tranquility but the crowd and the very commercial approach to running the place left me a little disappointed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seizanso; City: Uji Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: The ryokan provides a subtle beautiful experience for the eyes with its spacious lobby,warm cup of tea served on arrival and a garden elegantly lit at night. The Kaiseki dinner was a perfect balance of taste and a feast for the eyes. It is certainly value for the price paid for the stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hakodate Onuma Tsuruga Resort EPUY; City: Nanae cho Kameda gun Hokkaido; Review: Epuy is located near the Onuma Park. We opted for its semi-buffet lunch priced at 2300 yen before tax. There was a good selection of appetizers. There was 4 choices of main course, comprising 2 fish choices, a beef stewed in red wine and a chicken dish. Dessert was self-service from a selection of pastries. The meal ended with a serving of mousse and sorbet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Omoide Romankan; City: Daigo machi Kuji gun Ibaraki Prefecture Kanto; Review: Decided to stay a night at Omoide Romankan when we visited Fukuroda Waterfall. It was a beautiful experience with elegant food, great service and a charming onsen by the river. The outdoor bath with a view of the running river water is worth a visit; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: VTech CS6419 DECT 6.0 Cordless Phone with Caller ID, Expandable up to 5 Handsets, Wall-Mountable, Silver/Black; Brand: VTech; Review: We've owned this phone for several months now - and have no regrets for purchasing it. It is light-weight and has several menu items we like and prefer. It has several ringer choices and each one is great - it just made it difficult to pick the right one because they were so great. The "Cost to Benefit Ratio" is superb, it's surprising this phone doesn't cost more due to the quality and design of this product. Certainly an easy recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Generic Compatible Toner Cartridge Replacement for Samsung Toner Cartridges Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 4 Pack; Brand: Samsung; Review: This product works. Just like that old used car, for sale - which states in the ad - "it runs well". Well, this stuff works but not like OEM - but who wants to pay for that?! But I'd pay a bit more if they came out with a more high quality toner, it would be worth it. Likely will buy it again. If you want HIGH Quality photo prints - don't buy this. If you don't care - more power to you. It works great for text - that's what I print most often anyways.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wondergel Original Gel Seat Cushion; Brand: Wondergel; Review: Don't worry about this product unless you don't mind it being very firm. There just isn't enough cushion to it to provide the pain relief I was looking for. Don't waste your money.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kensington Comfort Memory Foam Adjustable Footrest (K56144USF); Brand: Kensington; Review: If you have edema of the legs, as I do, and sit in a chair all day, as I do, - this footrest will help you obtain better circulation in your legs. It is built well - I used it for several months now and have appreciated the additional comfort it produces. Due to a very painful, neuro-muscular disease, I have to sit in a very well padded chair. And even at its lowest setting the back of my legs come in contact with my chair - which increases my pain. This foot rest minimizes my discomfort and I am so pleased to own it. Shipping, as always, was very fast. I highly recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gel Mouse Pad w/Wrist Rest, Nonskid Base, 8-1/4 x 9-5/8 in., Purple; Brand: Innovera; Review: The wrist support is soft and supple, but supportive. The price is more than fair. Highly recommend this to everyone. Shipped and received very fast. My wife loves the color purple . . . it's her's of course.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon CNMPG210XL Black Ink Tank; Brand: Canon; Review: My wife found the quality of the ink in this cartridge exceptionally high. It prints so clear and crisp. We deducted a star because we feel they charge too much for ink - and it doesn't last as long as you'd expect it too. It shipped extremely quick and was in our home in just a couple of days. We'd recommend this to our friends and to those who read this review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cleartex Ultimat Rectangular Chair Mat, Clear Polycarbonate, For Plush Pile Carpets (over 1/2"), Size 48" x 60" (FR1115227ER); Brand: Floortex; Review: Super Value! Highly Recommend This Floor Mat does NOT dimple, sag, or give. It is really tough and hard. It was shipped flat - and is worth every penny! This is likely to last for years to come.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HP 126A (CE310A) Black Original Toner Cartridge for HP LaserJet Pro 100 CP1025 HP TopShot LaserJet Pro M275; Brand: HP; Review: Got to love OEM products. You get what you pay for! And this one is the one to buy! Great quality, easy to reload into the printer. Fast shipping. Product lasts and lasts. Will be purchasing again and again from this vendor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sharpie 30174 Permanent Marker Set of 4 (Red, Blue, Green, Black); Brand: Sharpie; Review: Awesome Price for these pens. Shipped very quickly. Highly Recommend and will purchased from this merchant again and again. Sharpie has never let us down. We always seem to have our black ones find legs and walk away - so being able to buy five all at once seemed a logical way to keep my colored collection up to expectation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sharpie 30078 Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Classic Colors, 8 Count; Brand: Sharpie; Review: Awesome Price for these pens. Shipped very quickly. Highly Recommend and will purchased from this merchant again and again. Sharpie has never let us down. We always seem to have our black ones find legs and walk away - so being able to buy five all at once seemed a logical way to keep my colored collection up to expectation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Westcott Jeweltone Plastic Ruler, 12 Inch, Assorted Transparent Colors (12975); Brand: Westcott; Review: Maybe should have read the reviews better - but I didn't like the marketing of this ruler. It seemed like you're going to receive all four of them - YOU DON'T!!! You don't get to pick your color. And I'd highly recommend that Amazon should reexamine this page - it is misleading. My ruler came all scratched and marred. Do Not Recommend this Product.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: HP 126A (CF341A) Cyan, Magenta & Yellow Original LaserJet Toner Cartridges, 3 pack; Brand: HP; Review: Wouldn't buy anything else but Genuine HP products. It's just not worth trying to save on toner and then have the substandard stuff ruin a perfectly good machine. The price on this was certainly fair. In my opinion, toner is the way to go. It is so less expensive in the long run then being ripped off for the extravagant cost of ink.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UNV79000 - Standard Chisel Point 210 Strip Count Staples, Pack of 5; Brand: Universal; Review: Staples - Well the two best things I can list about this is: 1. The Price & 2. They Shipped Very Fast! Would purchase from this manufacture again - and recommend them to anyone who would like a huge quantity of staples for little money. They are very sharp and load easily into our stapler.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Innovera Gel Mouse Pad with Wrist Rest, Nonskid Base, 9 X 7.5 - Inches Black (51450); Brand: Innovera; Review: As mouse pads go it does the job. I gave it four stars because we found that not all mouse's will work on this material. I purchased a purple one for my wife and was deeply disappointed when her mouse failed to work very well. If there had been a felt cloth attached - her mouse would have worked fine. Shipped quickly, and recommend - for anyone with a less then finicky mouse.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
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Title: County Seat Diner; City: Woodbury, NJ; Review: I agree with the last review it was horrible.....Maybe breakfast would be ok but over all what a dissapointment. I went with my husband and mom and when my mom asked for a table somewere warm since it was chilly in there the hostess set us by the air vent. We asked to move and the waitress said "yea everyone complains that table is cold" WHAT.... Our poor waitress was on of the worst servers I ever had. Young, confused and the place was dead do I cannot even blame her being busy. No bread, day old tasting coffee, flies all around us, then we order....my mom orders Talapia and gets stuffed flounder, I order GRILLED CRABCAKES and I get bread stuffing drowning in butter. I would normally not send it back but $14.99 for that I would be pissed at myself if I didn't. My husband enjoyed his wrap and onion rings. Anyway.....I will give it a try for breakfast since I now am stuck with a Double Take deal coupon. Since we returned our last nights diners I could not use it. Overall what a disappointment I do hope they train there staff better instead of the owners just sitting at a table.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bistro Romano; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: My husband and I live in New Jersey and honestly love to eat at local restaurants near our home; however, one of our favorite restaurants in Philadelphia is the Bistro Romano. I absolutely love how the staff makes you feel. They are attentive, friendly and as far as service goes an absolute 10 stars. And if you are looking for a great meal you will find that here as well. You must get the Caesar Salad made tableside, what an awesome treat. And I cannot forget to mention the manager Kyle, what a great guy, he greets each table making sure everyone is enjoying their meal while working hard to help the staff and it is obvious he loves what he does. If you are looking for great food, great atmosphere, attentive and friendly staff, then put this restaurant on your list.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speranza Wood-Fired Italian Kitchen; City: Westville, NJ; Review: My husband and I have been dining at Speranza since they opened and I should have written this review sooner. Out of all the BYOB restaurants in SJ, this is our favorite. From the atmosphere, service, and food, we have never had a bad meal here. Our favorite is the Calamari appetizer ( my husband tries it different places we go and after he eats it he says (Dave) (Speranza) is still the best. And as far as brick oven pizza..... Don't even get me started. Their pizza is the best. If you have yet to try Speranza please go, you won't be disappointed. Jackie & Rob ,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woodbury Station Cafe; City: Woodbury, NJ; Review: I normally would never write a negative review however, it is time to do something about this restaurant. It is 1 of 3 restaurants that are owned by the same owner. One is Speranza in Westville which in fact is my husband and my favorite restaurant. Dave the chef if amazing. The second is GIa Nina in Deptford another great restaurant But Woodbury Station in Woodbury has great potential but who ever is running the place needs to go. My husband and I gave it another try since our last unpleasant visit and this time we walked out. First of all when you get handed a menu that has a long black hair lodged in it makes me believe the menu is never wiped. Then it is a BYOB and we are handed 2 glasses that were so dirty at first I thought about going in the bathroom sink to wash them because I was embarrassed to ask. Then the waitress comes to us coughing up a lung and indicates she is sick but yet continues to cough in our face. I couldn't stay so we left. The place is dirty and is in need of an overhaul. Please mrs owner if you read this get help.... this place can be so nice. So until you make a change please stay away from this place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Taproom & Grill; City: Haddon Township, NJ; Review: Went to the Taproom for the first time. Excited to sit outside in the nice area. My excitement diminished fast. Ordered a flat bread appetizer along with drinks. The flatbread was taking a while so I thought oh no please don't tell me the waitress is bringing the app with the dinner and sure enough everything came out together. Food was cold, flatbread tasted like Joe Corbi's school pizza. When I questioned why the flatbread did not come out as an appetizer the waitress was like oh the kitchen must have thought it was all together. Poor service and a $86.00 dinner bill. Chick fil a would have been a better option. Please train your staff and kitchen.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Running out of Time: A Silver Springs Contemporary Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: gina marie coon; Review: I loved this book it had me in tears. I loved this whole series. If you like romance and books that have excellent life values you will enjoy Gina Coons books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cooper Kids - Silver Springs Contemporary Series - Book 6 - Kindle edition; Brand: Gina Marie Coon; Review: I loved this whole series. I enjoyed following the lives of the key characters in the subsequent books. This series has great values combined with romance. What a great combination. Well done Gina.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LONG WAY HOME - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Caroline Clemmons Page; Review: An enjoyable book. it was very short but a good quick read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Almost Midnight (Colorado Clearbrooks Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Teresa McCarthy Page; Review: Enjoyable book slow in parts but a nice read; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sower of Dreams (The Gods' Dream Trilogy Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Debra Holland Page; Review: I enjoyed this book very much. It was different than the books I usually read as it is more mystical. I enjoyed it so much I purchased the next two books in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Wasabi (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little 2 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Princess Mononoke (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Spy (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jackass: The Movie (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rules of Attraction (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Absolutely Fabulous: Series 3 (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Solaris (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Game (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airplane II: The Sequel (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Parenthood (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Own (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star 80 (1983); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Fan (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Replacement Killers (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nightbreed (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Dana Carvey (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mississippi Burning (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Basquiat (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Todd McFarlane's Spawn (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lawnmower Man (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Creepshow (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Movie (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Better Off Dead (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Too (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Strange Brew (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Professional (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wolf (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Live From Baghdad (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Out the Dead (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Superstar (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Casper (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Black Adder (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grumpy Old Men (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection: Collector's Edition (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Casualties of War (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evolution (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fright Night (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: For the Boys (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ricochet (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Garden (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Couch Trip (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Teen Wolf / Teen Wolf Too (Double Feature) (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Omen (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scream 3 (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scream (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Small Time Crooks (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Collector's Edition (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Newsies (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Justice League: Justice on Trial (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: From Hell (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Secret! (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heathers (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Westworld (1973); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Nicky (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Road to Wellville (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scary Movie 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Evil Dead 2: Dead by Dawn (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blob (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Once Bitten (1985); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Narrow Margin (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Time Bandits (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jungle Fever (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: History of the World: Part 1 (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death Becomes Her (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Commando (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Flatliners (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Ninja (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Noon (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Full Monty (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Show: Season 2 (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Porky's (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mask: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blame It on Rio (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wonder Boys (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wild Wild West (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now Redux (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dancer in the Dark (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Videodrome (1983); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Murder by Death (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toy Soldiers (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Saint (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Run Ronnie Run (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Son in Law (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clay Pigeons (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Escape from New York (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Philadelphia Experiment (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rutles (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ladies Man (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Butcher's Wife (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Mod Squad (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission to Mars (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twins (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kentucky Fried Movie (1977); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soul Man (1986); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Salem's Lot (1979); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Johnny Dangerously (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Nutty Professor (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stand and Deliver (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tommy (1975); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Visitors (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: An American Werewolf in Paris (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Black Adder IV (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eve's Bayou (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bulletproof (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Insomniac: Uncensored: Vol. 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Some Kind of Wonderful (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rock 'n' Roll High School (1979); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Desperado / El Mariachi (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lawrence of Arabia (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Single White Female (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blow Out (1981); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: UHF (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cable Guy (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Nine Yards (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Darkness (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Do the Right Thing (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen Days (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Larry Sanders Show: Season 1 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown: Collector's Series (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Orange County (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Name of the Father (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grand Canyon (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Best Bits of Mr. Bean (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pump Up the Volume (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stephen King's Cat's Eye (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mark of Zorro (1940); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Breakdown (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grosse Pointe Blank (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Conspiracy Theory (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cotton Club (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eraser (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Showtime (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The World Is Not Enough (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hoosiers (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max (1979); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Seven (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Analyze This (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Executive Decision (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's And Now for Something Completely Different (1971); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Nemesis (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House Party (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In & Out (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soapdish (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tapeheads (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hero (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: With Honors (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost World (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: From Dusk Till Dawn (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Elephant Man (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Friday (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beavis and Butt-head Do America (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breast Men (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Hal (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stripes (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fifth Element (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House Party 2 (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fathers' Day (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clerks: Uncensored (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Major League II (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Snake Eyes (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Remains of the Day (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spawn 2 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Emperor (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Being There (1979); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Four Rooms (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bamboozled (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Haunted Honeymoon (1986); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Brain That Wouldn't Die (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Black Adder III (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Return of the Pink Panther (1975); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Movie (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Apostle (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kundun (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Risky Business (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brazil (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Airplane! (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Six Days (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pootie Tang (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Dreams May Come (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Another Stakeout (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hairspray (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Fight the Future (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Vol. 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Talking Heads: Stop Making Sense (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chris Rock: Bigger & Blacker (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman & Robin (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pleasantville (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fan (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pushing Tin (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jerk (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Mario Bros. (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Kid (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade 2 (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Superman II (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Faces of Death / Fact or Fiction? (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Abyss (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Secret of N-I-M-H (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Nice Guy (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Carrie (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Benny and Joon (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Prophecy (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Boys: Special Edition (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Backdraft (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Animal (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wall Street (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Mom (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blazing Saddles (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bulletproof Monk (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breathless (1960); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The World According to Garp (1982); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters 2 (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 2 Days in the Valley (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Out of Sight (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleeper (1973); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Man with Two Brains (1983); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Fellow Americans (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Vanishing (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Memphis Belle (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: This Boy's Life (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Virgin Suicides (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Killing Zoe (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Starship Troopers (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pitch Black (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Misery (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghosts of Mississippi (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Thomas Crown Affair (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowfinger (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tin Cup (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Naked Gun (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The War (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kung Pow: Enter the Fist (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: South Park: Bigger (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Maude (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sabrina (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Truman Show (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Desperately Seeking Susan (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Labyrinth (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Species (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Amigos (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miracle Mile (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Silverman (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Planet (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alien 3: Collector's Edition (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amistad (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fletch (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ruthless People (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Wasn't There (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Car Wash (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Creepshow 2 (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bulworth (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cabin Boy (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iron Monkey (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ronin (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Darkman II: The Return of Durant (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Haunting (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nothing But Trouble (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Waiting for Guffman (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (1968); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: K-Pax (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Muppet Movie (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Highlander 2: Renegade Version (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Crazy Summer (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dick (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking Now (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Boxing Helena (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Warlock (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm X (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Stories: Talking Heads (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fort Apache (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tomorrow Never Dies (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hulk (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Firefly (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Futurama: Vol. 1 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Farscape: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farscape: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Futurama: Vol. 2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 6 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farscape: Season 4 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons: Season 5 (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farscape: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Movies: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arrested Development: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eddie Izzard: Circle (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Vol. 2 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sealab 2021: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willow (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 5 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: South Park: Season 2 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 1 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 1 (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twin Peaks: Season 1 (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clerks: First Cut (Not Theatrical Version) (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Work of Director Spike Jonze (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Vol. 2: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 3 (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Brak Show: Vol. 1 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lexx: Series 4 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 7 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dead Zone: Season 3 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 3 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Vol. 3 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons: Season 4 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sealab 2021: Season 2 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Avia Men's A1388M Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I bought this shoes for my son. He needs multipurpose shoes for running, tennis and parkour free running stunts. He really liked these shoes, but unfortunately the shoe sole turned out to be rather slippery because the middle part of it is made of some kind of foam instead of the rubber. Overall a good shoe, but won't buy again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: adidas Men's Bercuda 2-M; Brand: ; Review: Very nice shoes, did last the entire tennis season (my son plays high school varsity tennis), have a good grip, fit well and are comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sebago Men's Blue Fin Oxford; Brand: ; Review: Bought those shoes for the fall. I guess the boat shoes are in fashion right now. My son loves them, well build, nice firm material, great color. Hope they will last a while....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hailey Jeans Co Kids Round Toe Buckle Detail Boots; Brand: Hailey Jeans Co.; Review: Beautiful boot, but way too small. My daughter wears size 3.5 currently, I bought size 4 (to wear with warm socks on) - they are still one size too small! Very disappointing. Good thing I have a younger daughter, who will grow into them.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gildan Platinum Men's 5-Pack Boxer Brief; Brand: ; Review: My son loves this underwear and keeps on asking me to buy more. It is made of cotton, fits well and is very comfortable. The fact that they rise high doesn't seem to bother him - I guess he like that look :). I just like that it's all cotton and therefore good on the skin (wearing "plastic" every day is not a healthy choice).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zacoo Men Stretch Boxer Brief; Brand: Zacoo; Review: I bought this underwear for my husband to make me happy :). It is little small, does look sexy, but I was very disappointed that it doesn't have an open fly! Yes, the black underwear on the picture looked like it did have this feature. I guess it is a different choice of design, might be quite sexy too, but I still wouldn't have bought it, if I knew.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: TowelSelections Men’s Robe, Turkish Cotton Terry Shawl Bathrobe Made in Turkey; Brand: ; Review: Bought it for my husband to make him feel special on his birthday (like in a nice hotel :)). He doesn't wear it much, but every time he does, he enjoys it a lot. I bought size L/XL, and L is usually what my husband wears for clothes. The robe is long, warm and comfy, beautiful grey color.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Skinny Fit Stretch-Twill Jean; Brand: ; Review: Very nice pants, color exactly as on the picture, long leg. However for my son, who wears 33x34 they were too tight. He was able to zip them, but one time washing will take care of that. So I guess I have to buy 34x34 or even 35x34.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Match Men's Straight-Fit Flat-Front Work Pants; Brand: Match; Review: Awesome pants, good material, nice fit, color same as on the picture. However, my son wears 34x34 and these pants in size 34 were too tight and way to short for him. I guess I will try size 35 or even 36.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VIGVOG Women Casual Fuzzy Mohair Scoop Neck Cute Pullover Sweater; Brand: VIGVOG; Review: Love this sweater. I am 5'6", 130lb, wear sizes 4 to 6 (S). This sweater fits perfectly, it is size S, very soft and fluffy, rather thin material, and looks great! Thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Merry Style Womens Bikini Set Barbados; Brand: Merry Style; Review: I am 137lb, 34A, 5'6", rather skinny on top with round booty. I ordered small, because they didn't have medium for green/light blue, so I was worried that it wouldn't fit. However, I was pleasantly surprised because it fits perfectly! The bottom is a little snug, but not terribly and it looks really good. Cups are hard-shell pushup. Material is of good quality. The color is a little more green than on the picture. Overall I love this suit and it looks awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aerosoles Women's Day Strole Boot; Brand: ; Review: I bought 8.5 and they fit fine. However, they don't look good. On the pictures the shoes look elegant, but on the feet they are too wide around the ankle and too round on the toes. They don't provide that sophisticated look I was looking for. They are very comfortable - I have to give them that. So if you are looking for a comfortable, average looking shoe, this might be it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Globalwin Women's 18YY35 Fashion Boots; Brand: Global Win; Review: Well, these boots look very good in the pictures, and they look rather decent on the feet. However, they are larger than expected by about 1 size. I always wear 8.5 for winter shoes and I bought these in 8.5 as well. They were ginormous! And I had thick socks on, which didn't help. Other than that, they look a little bulky on top, less elegant than I thought they would. Just didn't meet my expectations.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jechin Womens Dazzles 925 Silver Three Oval Dangle Earrings Fashion Jewelry; Brand: Jechin; Review: These earrings are NOT silver. I am a perfect "metal detector", because I am allergic to most metals except for gold and silver, and I own a lot of silver jewelry. After wearing these earrings for a few hours I got an allergic reaction. They also arrived broken and I had to repair them. Gave them to a friend.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Chrissy Teigen Predicts The Office's Jim and Pam Are Divorced Now, Sends Twitter into a Tailspin; Abstract: Chrissy Teigen Predicts The Office's Jim and Pam Are Divorced; Category: tv
Title: Michael Douglas Weighs In on College Admissions Scandal: It's 'Egregious'; Abstract: Michael Douglas Weighs In on College Admissions Scandal: It's 'Egregious'; Category: movies
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: Prince Harry acknowledges tensions with William in ITV interview; Abstract: Britain's Prince Harry has acknowledged tensions with his older brother Prince William for the first time, saying they are on "different paths."; Category: lifestyle
Title: Felicity Huffman is pictured in prison jumpsuit during visit from husband William H. Macy and daughter Sophia as she starts two week sentence over college admissions scandal; Abstract: Felicity Huffman was seen Saturday wearing her green prison jumpsuit and a white hat as she goes out to meet her relatives during family visiting day at California's minimum security FCI Dublin.; Category: tv
Title: Kevin Spacey Won't Be Charged in Sexual Assault Case After Accuser Dies; Abstract: The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has formally dropped a case against actor Kevin Spacey, after the accuser died.; Category: movies
Title: Chick-fil-A Apologizes to Customers for Promoting National Sandwich Day Which Is on a Sunday; Abstract: Chick-fil-A Apologizes for Promoting National Sandwich Day; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are taking a royal respite; Abstract: Starting next week, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are going AWOL.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle just shared a never-before-seen photo of baby Archie with his 'Grandpa' Prince Charles to celebrate his birthday; Abstract: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared a new photo of Archie, Harry, and Charles to mark the Prince of Wales' 71st birthday on Thursday.; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Mad About You Star Helen Hunt Taken to Hospital After Car Is T-Boned and Rolls Over in Accident; Abstract: Helen Hunt Rushed to Hospital After Car Gets T-Boned in Accident; Category: tv
Title: Kelly Ripa responds to backlash over son in 'extreme poverty' joke; Abstract: Kelly RIpa is defending a joke she made about her son on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"; Category: tv
Title: Orlando Scandrick rips Eagles: They have 'accountability issues'; Abstract: Orlando Scandrick found himself released on Monday, one day after surrendering the first touchdown of the Week 7 game against his former team, the Dallas Cowboys.; Category: sports
Title: Joe Flacco criticizes Broncos coaches as 'afraid to lose' after Colts' comeback; Abstract: Joe Flacco made it clear he thought the Broncos weren't aggressive enough when playing with a lead late in Sunday's loss to the Colts.; Category: sports
Title: Divers Find Giant Mysterious 'Egg' Floating In Ocean; Abstract: A team of divers set off to explore a sunken World War II ship off the Norwegian coast, but what they found was something far more mysterious. While making their way back to shore, Ronald Raasch, Nils Baadness and Brynjar Aarnseth came face-to-face with a giant floating orb. The bubble hovered 17 meters (56 feet) below the surface and appeared to be see-through. The divers turned their flashlights on it and realized that the sphere was filled...; Category: lifestyle
Title: Chance the Rapper on 'SNL': 3 Sketches You Have to See; Abstract: If Saturday Night Live episodes were named like installments of Friends, this episode would be called "The One With The Giggles." With Chance the Rapper the biggest offender, everyone had a hard time keeping it together for the majority of the episode. That laughter was part of an overall shaggy episode that has its fair share of missed lines, reading flubs, missed camera shots, and prop issues. This didn't lead to a lack of laughter inside the...; Category: tv
Title: Celebs celebrate Halloween 2019; Abstract: Here's how the stars dressed up while celebrating Halloween this year!; Category: entertainment
Title: 5 charged in alcohol poisoning death of UC Irvine fraternity brother; Abstract: Five young men have been charged in connection with the death of their fraternity brother, who succumbed to alcohol poisoning after a booze-soaked party this year.; Category: news
Title: Celebs celebrate Halloween 2019; Abstract: Here's how the stars dressed up while celebrating Halloween this year!; Category: entertainment
Title: Bruce Willis brought Demi Moore to tears after reading her book; Abstract: Demi wasn't sure how her ex would feel about her book until he called her.; Category: movies
Title: Even 'Project Runway' Couldn't Save Zac Posen; Abstract: Back in 2002, a young designer, just shy of 21 years old, was discovered by a store that was famous throughout the land for crowning the new princes of fashion.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Jennifer Aniston Just Gave a Rare Look at Her Natural Hair Texture; Abstract: She's got waves for days.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Woman accused of embezzling from Camp Fire victim surrenders; Abstract: Investigators say the 29-year-old Oklahoma woman embezzled $63,100 in insurance money from a 75-year-old victim of California's deadliest fire ever.; Category: news
Title: Charles Rogers, former Michigan State football, Detroit Lions star, dead at 38; Abstract: Charles Rogers, the former Michigan State football star whom the Detroit Lions selected with the second overall pick in 2003 NFL draft, has died.; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: WatchFire Guthook Skinning Knife; Brand: WatchFire; Review: I really like this Knife. When I received it, it was already fairly sharp. The knife seems to be made out of fairly heavy metal. I like it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TINK'S #1 Doe-P Deer Lure (1-Ounce); Brand: TINK'S; Review: I really like Tink's products. I just have one complaint about this one. It doesn't smell real strong. I have a bottle of code red that smells several times stronger than this product.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Code Blue CR Urine (2-Ounce); Brand: Code Blue; Review: I'm on the fence about this product. I used it two years in a row and new seen anything. The deer was nearby, seen tons of tracks.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hip Holster for Raven 25, Jennings 22,Jimenez JA22 & JA25 - IWB or Belt Use; Brand: Federal; Review: This worked great on my Jem 22LR pistol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OUTBAGS USA NSC29 Nylon OWB Outside Pants Carry Holster w/ Mag Pouch. Family owned & operated. Made in USA; Brand: OutBags; Review: This works great on my Ruger SR22 pistol. The fit is good and snug. My wife likes it also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FSL Decimate Earmuffs 34dB NRR Protection - Professional Ear Defenders for Shooting - 3 Year Warranty; Brand: FSL; Review: I can shoot my 45 or my 30-06 in comfort now. These are exactly what I needed for the loud noise from my guns.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Forsaking All Others VHS; Brand: Robert Montgomery; Review: Forsaking All Others is Joan Crawford and Clark Gable's sixth film appearance together and while the plot is fairly formula stuff, Gable and Crawford, as usual, spark together. Gable plays Jeff Williams, who is returning to New York from Madrid for the express purpose of confessing his lifelong love to Mary Clay, played by Crawford. Problem is that Mary has been in love since childhood with Dillon Todd, played by Robert Montgomery. Jeff has returned home on the eve of their wedding and upon hearing the "good" news, puts on a cheery face, spreads well wishes and prepares to walk Mary down the aisle. (Talk about selfless!) The night before the wedding, Dil carries the bachelor party festivities a bit too far and ends up marrying his former flame, Connie, who is every bit as hard as Mary is sweet. It falls to Jeff to inform Mary, while dressed in her bridal gown, awaiting Dil's arrival at the church. Mary goes on an extended sabbatical and returns to find that Dil is not happy in his marriage to Connie and is anxious to woo her back to his side, new wife nonwithstanding. After many mishaps, Connie steps out of the picture, Dil and Mary's wedding is back on and Jeff finally declares his love for Mary. Is there any question as to who she will choose? Can anyone top Gable? Watch for Billie Burke as Mary's Aunt Paula, Rosalind Russell as friend Eleanor and Charles Butterworth as Jeff's pal Shemp. A fun and entertaining 1930s romp.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Live My Life VHS; Brand: Joan Crawford; Review: Joan Crawford plays Kay Bentley, a spoiled rich girl who meets archaeologist Terry O'Neill, played by Brian Aherne when she falls into his dig site, while catching a breather off her family's yacht in Greece. Terry has a problem with bored society girls like Kay, so she presents herself to him as a secretary working for the wealthy family on board the yacht. As quick as can be expected in a 97 minute film, Kay goes back to her life, with Terry following her to New York and accepting a position in her family's company as a Vice President and finding out right before the wedding that executive life is not for him. His fight with Kay prompts her to go about destroying her bedroom and (gasp!) her pristine white wedding gown. They make an "only in the movies" agreement that, to save face, Terry will show up at the church the next day, only to be stood up by Kay. However, Kay has a change of heart overnight and shows up anyhow, in a quickly mended dress (it's amazing what fresh flowers can do)and while the couple bicker in front of the priest and assembly, they do end up married. Although you have to wonder how long this union will last. Crawford is lovely, her outfits are wonderful eye candy and she appears to be having a joyous time on this picture. Brian Aherne is so good as Terry, in addition to being a nice looking guy, that it makes you question why he never became a star. Jessie Ralph in the role as Kay's crotchety old grandma, who would make Hitler run in fear, is great entertainment. All in all, a nice, frothy, bubbly glass of 1930s champagne.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 61 VHS; Brand: Barry Pepper; Review: HBO has turned out some very well acted, written, directed and produced series and original movies and this one proves the folks over there know what they are doing. 61* tells the real life baseball tale of the 1961 New York Yankees, then considered the creme de la creme of baseball. Roger Maris, newly acquired from Kansas City, has to compete with the people of New York's love affair with the gone but not forgotten Babe Ruth and the larger than life Mickey Mantle, while powering his way toward the homerun record - - with the New York fans booing him along the way and the Commissioner of Baseball determined that he not succeed. 61* deals with not only the action on the field (which is exciting to watch) but also with the tension and stress that Maris and Mantle both suffer off the field. The performances in this film are absolute perfection. I will admit that I am a Barry Pepper fan and cannot think of a bad performance he has turned in, but you would think he was born to play the part of Roger Maris. Pepper conveys in his facial expressions alone, the stress, the anger, the sadness he feels, and the love for his family. Thomas Jane as Mickey Mantle makes you feel his demons and the tremendous pressure those players of old were under. The ending is sad, bittersweet and yet somehow fitting. If you are a baseball fan, you will delight in the tale and won't want to miss this. If you enjoy a well-done film, with stellar acting performances and a well-written script, pick this one up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Somewhere in Time; Brand: Christopher Reeve; Review: Somewhere in Time is a love story for the true romantic. It's not just your typical boy meets girl, falls in love, loses girl and reclaims girl. In this heartbreaking story, the boy must travel thru time in order to get his girl. Christopher Reeve, fresh from Superman, is Richard Collier, a playwright. When the story first opens, Richard is a college student and his first play has just been produced. In the audience is an elderly lady, who approaches him after the play's conclusion, puts an antique gold pocketwatch in his hands, and whispers "Come back to me." Flash forward to current day (which was then 1980) and Richard is a successful, award-winning playwright living in Chicago, who has hit writer's block with his newest play. Seeking to clear his head and reclaim his creative juices, he jumps in his car and heads out of the city. He comes across the Grand Hotel, a real hotel located in Mackinaw Island, Michigan. The hotel itself is enough to take anyone's breath away and Richard is no different. He decides to stop there for the evening and while waiting for the hotel's dining room to open, he kills some time in the hotel's hall of history. While there, he spots a photograph of the actress Elise McKenna, played by the ethereally beautiful Jane Seymour. He falls in love immediately with her portrait and runs to find Arthur, the elderly hotel bellhop who informs him that Elise McKenna performed in a play at the hotel theater back in 1912. Richard appears crushed but is unable to think of anything but this lovely actress. The next day he travels to the local library to find out any kind of information on her and is stunned to find the last photograph taken of her - - it's the same elderly woman who presented him with the watch. After a series of meetings, including with the woman who was her last caretaker/companion, Richard comes to believe that he was actually there back in 1912 and met Elise McKenna. He wills himself back in time, to meet and woo her again, with the constant threat of the present hanging over him, not to mention Elise's overly protective manager, Robinson, who is not about to let any man come between him and his star protege. What makes this movie such a feast for true romantics are several factors. First, the actors are splendid and perfect for their roles. In Christopher Reeve's eyes and voice, you can see and hear the longing and love for Jane Seymour, who is so beautiful that you honestly can imagine him falling in love with her portrait. Second, the soundtrack music is heart stopping. Can anyone hear the theme from this movie and not immediately think of the sweet, yet passionate, love of these characters? Third, the location. The Grand Hotel deserves to be considered one of the stars of this movie. The hotel seamlessly transfers from the present day back to 1912 with no problem and no obvious inconsistencies. The landscaping is lush; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road House VHS; Brand: Patrick Swayze; Review: As other reviewers have pointed out, Road House is hardly worthy of any awards, but boy, is it an enjoyable ride! It's like a train wreck that you just can't tear yourself away from. Patrick Swayze, who was the It Guy back in the late 80s, stars as philosophy spouting, NYU educated cooler Dalton. Not to be confused with a bouncer, Dalton comes in only when the bouncers have too much on their plates. Apparently his specialty is cleaning up honky tonk cesspools, by "taking out the trash" and making them into "enjoyable" money-making ventures. Dalton is apparently so good at his job that he is known by one name only and apparently his reputation preceeds him. Indeed - - Dalton later tells the town doctor that he is only good at one thing (and no, it isn't that - - it's fighting). Which provides one of the many conflicts in this movie - - Dalton is renowned for his cooling skills and fighting, but at the same time he preaches peace, reads philosophy books and practices Tai Chi. Many impracticalities aside, the film is chock full of great music (Jeff Healey), fight scenes, nudity (male and female), big trucks, overacting, drinking, breaking glass, lots and lots of cigarette smoking and, did I say, overacting? Dalton shows up in small, stereotypical rednecky Jasper, to clean up the local dive bar more commonly known as the Double Deuce, which is apparently the ONLY bar in town. He runs in to the predictable problems, from employees that steal, deal drugs, pick fights to the usual bad guy who runs the whole town, played by Ben Gazzara who has a strange fetish for fedora hats in this movie. Along the way, he meets and promptly falls for the town doctor, played by Kelly Lynch who is about as believable as an emergency room doctor as Dalton's fellow one-named wonder Madonna would be. To make matters worse, not only does "Doc" have a fondness for wearing girlie dresses that were hijacked from a tablecloth sale (think red gingham), but she was formerly involved with Bad Guy Ben Gazzara - - who still carries a torch for her. Her godawful fashion sense aside, it really makes you wonder how intelligent this lady doc could be, getting involved with the local scumbucket. This alone should make Dalton jump in his Mercedes and leave town pronto, but of course, he digs his heels in and determines that he must make a stand against the town bully. Which is all fine and dandy, but why on earth didn't the residents of the town ever think to do that before Dalton showed up? Sam Elliot makes a much too brief appearance as Dalton's mentor, Wade. Although the role is small and nearly as ridiculous and stereotypical as the rest of the roles, Sam Elliot is always a joy to watch and has to be one of the most underrated actors ever to appear on the screen. The film wraps up with the predictable conclusion, giving us an inside look to the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Queen Bee VHS; Brand: Joan Crawford; Review: Being an unapologetic Joan Crawford fan, I could enjoy just about any cinematic drivel she has appeared in (and I'm sure I have). While Queen Bee isn't drivel, it's no Mildred Pierce either - - but I loved it all the same! Joan plays Eva Phillips and although she is probably a good 10-15 years older than the scriptwriter envisioned, she still looks remarkable. She is married (unhappily as we will find out) to the alcoholic Avery, whom she stole away from the sweet Sue (played too briefly by Fay Wray). The movie revolves around Eva and Avery's unhappy union, her chasing of Judson, who is enamored of her sister-in-law Carol and with whom she had an affair some years back, and Eva's annoyingly meek cousin Jennifer who has just arrived at their southern mansion. Soon, the fur is flying, Joan is wearing some fabulous Jean Louis designs and the witty barbs are everywhere. The only weak part of the movie is Jennifer, who is so cowardly and timid, it's a hard sell to think that she's even remotely related to Eva. Seeing her cowering and tearing up over Eva raising her voice just makes me want to cheer when Eva finally slaps the daylights out of the girl. But one weak character aside, the movie is a fun and exciting 1950s soap opera -- and seeing Eva take out her frustrations with a riding crop is worth the price of the movie itself! Definitely a 5 star movie!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice Six Piece Collector's VHS; Brand: Colin Firth; Review: This A&E production is absolutely flawless, from the casting, to the locations, to the costuming, to the dances. Each actor embodies the element of their character, from Colin Firth's superb portrayal of Mr. Darcy's aloofness, to Jennifer Ehle's spunky adaption of Elizabeth's wit and vivaciousness. Although each and every actor is perfectly suited to their character, Alison Steadman as Mrs. Bennet is an absolute riot! She steals nearly every scene she is in - - not an easy task when working with such a stellar group of performers. Having roughly five hours to tell the tale allows this production the advantage that it's 1940s counterpart did not - - the buildup of the romance between Darcy and Elizabeth, the foundation of the characters, their daily activities and the importance of the dance. Repeated viewings do not dull my enthusiasm for this wonderful miniseries. Highly recommend this one!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Only You; Brand: Robert Downey; Review: Norman Jewison's "Only You" doesn't try to be an Oscar caliber movie, it's a sweet, simple little film that's meant to be just that, and succeeds mightily. Marisa Tomei is Faith, a twenty-something school teacher who optimistically believes in fate and "The One". Her best friend, Kate (played to hiliarous perfection by Bonnie Hunt) is also her sister-in-law and she is engaged to the dependable but dull Dwayne, a very serious podiatrist, and her life is zipping along just fine, if a little quietly, until she receives a phone call from one of Dwayne's former classmates by the name of Damon Bradley, who called to say hello before heading to Italy. The catch? Back when they were kids, Faith's brother played a trick on her with both a Ouija board and a carnival fortune teller, telling her that her future husband was a "Damon Bradley". Faith immediately heads to the airport to stop Damon Bradley and upon missing him, flies to Italy, along with a doubting Kate. This is where the film really sparkles, detailing Faith and Kate's adventures thru Italy as they search for the elusive Damon Bradley. The beautiful scenery is a definite love note to Italy - - it is so gorgeous that you will be tempted to book yourself a flight as soon as the movie ends. Along the way, we learn of Kate's own marital disappointments and concerns, and bump into Robert Downey, Jr. as a shoe salesman in town for a show, who calmly informs Faith that HE is Damon Bradley. As in true romantic comedy style though, the road to true love is never a smooth one and more trevails follow. The lead performances are warm, honest and earnest. Marisa Tomei has never been cuter and her sweet, almost naive, Faith is worlds away from her role just a couple of short years earlier in My Cousin Vinny. Robert Downey, Jr. shines in a comedic performance that seems written just for him - - it's easy to believe that he and Faith would instantly fall in love. While the story is fairly standard stuff, the actors really make this movie shine, and the stunning Italian scenery is breathtaking. For a taste of Italy, without leaving your living room, and a healthy dose of romance, it's "Only You". Definitely recommended.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: French Kiss VHS; Brand: Meg Ryan; Review: What is a romantic comedy without Meg Ryan? Not quite the same and that is why "French Kiss" works. Meg's character of Kate is very similar to her Sally Albright of "When Harry Met Sally" - - very stiff, predictable, a bit standoffish and definitely proper. With another actress playing either part, the character might not garner much sympathy. And if the audience does not like Kate (or Sally, for that matter), the movie simply would not work. Fortunately, Meg is made for Kate. Her inate cuteness makes her a very likable character, and despite seeing her flaws early in the film, you just KNOW that she has something special under her skin, just waiting for the right person to bring it out. Which is definitely and obviously not Charlie (Timothy Hutton), her staid fiance, who leaves on a business trip to Paris without her (she suffers a tremendous fear of flying) and before you can say "viva la France", he promptly falls in love with the French and lovely Juliette, who apparently has nothing to do but walk around as Charlie's arm candy. Charlie calls Kate to break off their engagement and despondent, she forces herself to fly to Paris, desperate to save their relationship. En route, she encounters Luc (brilliantly played by the extraordinary Kevin Kline), a French thief, returning to Paris with the intention to use an unwitting Kate as his mule. Having her luggage stolen requires Kate to join forces with Luc (she, to find Charlie and woo him back; he, to find her stolen luggage and keep an eye on his smuggled goods). As they travel through France, with Luc instructing Kate on how to win Charlie back and lighten up, and trying to outrun and outsmart the French police, lead by Jean Reno, Kate begins to rethink where her affections lie. All in all, I absolutely LOVE this movie! Kevin Kline is wonderful, as always, and he and Meg Ryan have a genuine chemistry and affection. This is a feel good film, a light romantic comedy with stunning and beautiful scenery. If you love France, this is a gorgeous love letter to the country. As an added bonus, the soundtrack is equally as fabulous. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chaplin; Brand: Robert Downey Jr.; Review: "Chaplin" starring Robert Downey, Jr. as the Little Tramp from the silent film era does something truly remarkable. It tells the story of Charlie Chaplin, flaws and all, and still makes you admire and respect the man. The film, covering a period of roughly 70-80 years, could easily have become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of the history, the characters, the events, but it flows so smoothly that never once did I glance at the clock. Downey turns in the performance of a lifetime. Nothing against Al Pacino, who won the Academy Award that year for "Scent of a Woman", but Downey was clearly shortchanged in nothing short of highway robbery in his loss of the big award. His Chaplin is thoughtful, inspiring, flawed, creative, torn, troubled and a genius, all at the same time. The real Chaplin's obvious gift for pantomine and entertaining is evident in this film, as well as his hardscrabble upbringing and his obvious liking of very young women as his paramours. (His last marriage, to the teenage Oona O'Neill, is shown as a real and affectionate marriage from both sides, and not the leering older man going after the young girl, as was the vast opinion at the time). The film is chock full of talent, from Kevin Kline, Marisa Tomei, Moira Kelly, Penelope Ann Miller, Diane Lane, Anthony Hopkins, James Woods . . .a real "who's who" of the Hollywood community. And yet, the film truly belongs to Downey. The sets and scenery are beautiful and I loved seeing how Hollywood must have been back in the 1910s and 1920s. If you are a Chaplin aficionado, you will embrace and enjoy this look at his remarkable life - - even if you aren't a Chaplin fan, you can learn why Chaplin was such a revered man in Hollywood, and certainly appreciate Downey's acting chops. This film is proof of why Hollywood keeps letting this particular bad boy come back home. See this movie to pay respects to Chaplin, to appreciate the always great Anthony Hopkins (in a small role) and the many other stellar actors in this film, but most of all, see it to awe over Robert Downey, Jr.'s impressive and poignant turn as one of the Hollywood Greats. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors VHS; Brand: Gwyneth Paltrow; Review: "Sliding Doors" isn't your typical chick flick. Yes, it stars Gwyneth Paltrow and at times in the movie, her character, Helen, has got to be somewhat dimwitted about the flakiness of her jittery boyfriend, Gerry. What makes this film so fascinating is the concept. Helen is your (I suppose) typical Brit, living with her boyfriend Gerry in a cozy flat and doing the 9-5. On this particular day, as she dashes off to work in a mad Monday morning rush, Gerry slips the phone off the hook and jumps in the shower, preparing for a visit from his former girlfriend/current mistress, Lydia. Bad enough, but it turns out that Helen is currently the breadwinner of this duo, as Gerry is supposedly hard at work on his first novel. Helen ends up getting fired at work and returns to the tube, to get back home. This is where the fun starts. She barely misses the train, leading her to nearly getting mugged on the street, attempting to flag down a cab. At the same time, we are shown what would have happened had she caught the train. In the first version, she is taken to the hospital and by the time she gets home, Lydia has safely left the apartment and Gerry is in the all clear. Helen is forced to get a job delivering sandwiches and waiting tables, while Gerry continues working on his book. In the second version, Helen walks in on Gerry and Lydia's tryst and unceremoniously dumps him, moving in with her friend Anna. She makes the acquaintance of James, an utterly charming businessman played brilliantly by the underrated John Hannah and he convinces her to go out into business for herself and also, to get over Gerry. Without giving too much of the story away, it's interesting how the two very differing paths of version one and two cross each other. It definitely sends the message that perhaps regardless of which path we may choose, the end result may just be fate. Ms. Paltrow, as always, is lovely and charming as Helen. John Hannah seems to steal every scene that he is in, as the humorous James - - where can we find a James of our own??? John Lynch is perfectly nervous and agitated as the cheating boyfriend and Jeanne Tripplehorn is cattily perfect as the bitchy Lydia. As an additional bonus, the soundtrack is phenomenal! For a fun and interesting take on your average romantic comedy, definitely give "Sliding Doors" a try - - you might find, as I have, that it's worth repeated viewings!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auto Focus VHS; Brand: Greg Kinnear; Review: "Auto Focus" is the story of Bob Crane, an actor starring in "Hogan's Heroes" in the 60s, who seemed to have it all, only to die a violent and shocking death in a motel in Arizona in 1978. While the film does touch on Crane's early life and career, it hits hard on his preoccupation with sex, the many women he apparently had affairs with and his eventual friendship with the slimy, lecherous John Carpenter, a SONY executive who introduced Crane to the wonders of videotaping and is considered by most to be the number one suspect in Crane's still officially unsolved murder. I found "Auto Focus" to be an engrossing, yet disturbing, film. Greg Kinnear, as Crane, and Willem DeFoe, as Carpenter, deserve special mention for their acting turns here. Both men come alive, particularly Carpenter, as portrayed by the versatile and highly talented DeFoe. While the film certainly exploits Crane's deficiencies, and his fall from the Hollywood "A" list, it does little to explore why Crane did what he did. Was he a sex addict? It would certainly seem so. It also did little to explain why Crane continued to keep Carpenter around - - although it left little doubt as to the motive Carpenter might have had to kill Crane. Although I was too young to have seen "Hogan's Heroes" in its initial run, and have never really been a fan of the show, it was still heartbreaking to see Crane's downfall and think of what he might have had, had he never met Carpenter or had he been a happy family man. Definitely worth viewing for DeFoe's stellar acting chops (and the reason I give this film 4 stars, instead of 3), and Kinnear's take on Bob Crane, but overall, I felt sad and even dirty after watching this movie.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Made for Each Other VHS; Brand: Carole Lombard; Review: "Made For Each Other", a 1939 melodrama from MGM, is pretty standard stuff but what rises it above the usual soapy fare are the two incredibly endearing stars. John Mason (James Stewart)is a young associate lawyer who, on a business trip to Boston, meets Jane (Carole Lombard). After a day they decide that they were meant to be and marry. Both return to New York, where John will return to work and his quest for partnership, and Jane will adapt to life as a housewife. But problems, as always, stand in the way. First and foremost is John's mother (the always dependable Lucille Watson), who John lived with before his marriage and who will continue to live with John and Jane after their marriage. Mrs. Mason is opinionated and quite used to being the only woman in John's life - - she and Jane butt heads, albeit politely. Jane attempts to host a dinner party for John's boss and co-workers and problem after problem ensues. The housekeeper quits, they run out of wine and the ice cream for dessert has melted. Add an expected baby to this mix! The latter part of the film falls prey to soapy melodrama, with a sick baby and waiting on a special serum. But Stewart and Lombard keep their heads above water and keep the movie itself from sinking. "Made For Each Other" is nothing too heavy and yet it's not fluffy lightness either. It can be characterized as neither a basic comedy nor a serious drama. The film has some comedic moments, as would be expected with Stewart and Lombard in the leads, but the real story is the basic day to day existence and hardships that we all face. The best part of this film are the two stars. James Stewart is always brilliant playing the Every Man. He is completely believable as the young attorney, wanting to make partner, wanting to provide for his family, but not ask for too much and not alienate his boss. He loves his wife but has obviously been a Momma's Boy for much of his life and doesn't want to hurt his mother's feelings either. His nervousness and fright over first telling his mother that he is now a married man, and then informing his boss that he is married is marvelous and frank. While he doesn't have passionate, electrifying chemistry with Lombard, there is a geniune affection and gentleness there that can't be overlooked. Carole Lombard, en route to breaking into dramatic roles, is simply luminescent. She is remarkably beautiful in this film, and yet down to earth and earnest as the young wife who is so desperately in love with her husband and desires to be a good wife. Watching her gave me a certain sense of sadness at the fact that she would not live too much longer after this film, and her alleged desire to have a child with her husband, Clark Gable -- a dream that was never realized, except on film. Overall, "Made For Each Other" is a wonderful showcase for; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bride Wore Red VHS; Brand: Joan Crawford; Review: "The Bride Wore Red", is MGM's 1937 Joan Crawford film, with Ms. Crawford as Anni, a cabaret singer (in the original play, a prostitute)in Italy who meets a wealthy man (George Zukko) one evening who is convinced that luck is the only thing guiding who is rich and who is poor. He offers to test his theory with Anni as his guinea pig and she accepts, heading off to a fancy resort for two weeks and masquerading as a socialite, while the dashing Count introduces her among high society, planning to expose her cover at the end of the intended two weeks. Anni meets Rudi (Robert Montgomery), a young wealthy gentleman who is engaged to Maddelena (Lynne Carver) but quickly falls head over heels for Anni and is ready to ditch his intended. In the meantime, Anni also meets Guilio (Franchot Tone), the local postman and an all around good guy whose only fault seems to be that he's a simple man. While we intuitively know that Guilio is the man for Anni, it takes her the entire film to figure it out. But we are treated to beautiful scenery as she rendevous with Rudi, and spends some unintended time with Guilio. It's interesting that this was the film that got Crawford branded as Box Office Poison back in 1938. Overall, the film is quite entertaining and certainly no worse than some other MGM-Crawford offerings. The film is ably directed by Dorothy Arzner and Crawford even sings competently. She is dressed to the nines in this film, including in the aforementioned red dress. She is photographed to perfection, and her real life chemistry with Franchot Tone (her husband at the time of the film) is apparent. Robert Montgomery, her frequent co-star in the MGM days, is reliable as always - - although Montgomery always seemed more at home in slightly comedic roles versus those as the dapper gentleman. Although the film was not a success at the time of its release, everything seems to come together and work fairly well. For Crawford fans, the film is a treat of singing, beautiful gowns and the lovely Crawford herself. A fun Cinderella story with a rags to riches theme and a basic message of not judging a book by its cover.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: They All Kissed the Bride VHS; Brand: Joan Crawford; Review: "They All Kissed the Bride" (1941) is a noteworthy film as first, being a comedy from Joan Crawford, and second, as the film Carole Lombard was scheduled to do at the time of her death. Crawford, never judged a comedienne at any time in her career, does a very commendable job in what could have been a bland role. She plays the part of M.J. Drew, a hard as nails businesswoman, to perfection and doesn't skip a beat by overplaying the character once she gets weak kneed over Michael Holmes (Melvyn Douglas). Seeing Crawford in the part, it's hard to imagine Lombard in the role, sparkling comedienne though she unquestionably was. You could imagine Bette Davis, perhaps, as the strictly business M.J., but only Myrna Loy, in my judgment, could have done as much justice to the role as Crawford does, as both a driven businesswoman and a lovestruck lady. Although M.J.'s background isn't mentioned much, other than the fact that she inherited her trucking business from her deceased father, one could expect that M.J. was the son he never had and treated as such, whereas younger sister Vivian was the babied Daddy's Girl. Which makes M.J. ripe for Michael Holmes and his forthright behavior. Has anyone ever stood up to M.J. before? Probably not. And maybe that is part of M.J.'s fascination with Michael. Although Crawford deserves kudos for her comedy, Melvyn Douglas simply shines. Not only was he an incredibly talented, and sadly underrated, actor, but he and Crawford meshed well together and had a great chemistry. Not the electrifying, sexually charged chemistry she shared with Gable, but more a meeting of the minds, of personality. It's not easy to take the spotlight from such a performer as Crawford but Douglas does it with ease. He seems comfortable and at home playing reporter Michael Holmes and both he and Crawford seem to be having a good time with their roles. It's a shame that MGM didn't recognize that Crawford could, on occasion and with the right part and co-star, handle some lighthearted comedic roles - - she shone in MGM's "The Women" and "Susan and God" (although this film was sorely underrated and perhaps undermarketed). She may have been able to turn in some other sparkling performances but, alas, only the women's films and horror awaited her post-MGM. If you are a Crawford fan, this film is definitely worth viewing and adding to your library. If you are unfamiliar with Melvyn Douglas, this is a great film to get to know his work and appreciate his acting and comedy chops. Definitely recommended.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flowers in the Attic VHS; Brand: Louise Fletcher; Review: V. C. Andrews was one of my favorite authors when I was in high school - - and the "Flowers in the Attic" series was my absolute favorite. Perhaps the "Flowers" story would have been better justified by a miniseries, or even an HBO series nowadays where they could deal with the adult material. But back in the late '80s, this was what Hollywood offered us. It's not that the movie is horrible, it's just not the book. If that's what you're expecting, you will be disappointed. The overall structure is pretty much the same as the book. The Dollangangers live their perfect lives until the father dies in a car accident and the mother has no choice but to return home to her disapproving parents - - particularly the bitter, religiously zealous Grandmother. Apparently the grandparents own a huge estate (Foxworth Hall)and much money and the children's mother is their sole heir. The Grandmother has concoted a scheme to keep the children's existence from their grandfather, who is dying and who believes his daughter to be childless. The children will live in an upstairs attic until their grandfather dies, at which time they will be released and able to live a life of luxury, as the Foxworth heirs. Readers of the book will know that those plans go horribly awry - - and that Chris and Cathy, the two oldest children, forced to grow up together, fall in love with each other. The movie touches on this very little - - probably because the filmmakers believed that moviegoers might not appreciate the incestous love between a brother and sister. And while that might be true, it robs the "Flowers" story of its very backbone. Another fault within the movie is that the movie itself doesn't show you how very long the children were locked up in the attic. In the book, the children were locked up for over three years. In the movie version, it feels as though the children were there for maybe a week. Other than the children looking somewhat haggard and pale, they don't appear to age and therefore, the viewer isn't truly horrified at the length of their incarceration. The ending of the movie too, is completely different from the literary "Flowers". While the first book spawned a handful of sequels, the movie obviously had to wrap things up. So the film ending is very, VERY different from the book's ending. Again, maybe a miniseries would have been better - - there would have been more time to develop the stories, to make the viewer really feel as though those children were locked up for an eternity -- and even to continue the story. The acting is capable - -nothing standout either good or bad, in my opinion. As one other reviewer mentioned, the kids' ages were a little off from the book but that's relatively minor stuff. Louise Fletcher is as ferocious as the Grandmother as she is in some of her other roles and Victoria Tennant is chillingly convincing as the materialistic mother. If you; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Walk the Line; Brand: Joaquin Phoenix; Review: Hearing so many positive and glowing reviews of "Walk the Line" I looked forward to seeing it, once it was on DVD. I worried that like many films you anticipate watching, I would be let down. Happily, I was not disappointed in the least. While "Line" is the story of Johnny Cash, it is more than just that - - it's really the story of a love affair that not only took ten years to culminate but according to Cash himself, saved his life. Despite the wealth of material to choose from in Cash's life, the film spans basically from 1955 to 1968. There are several brief scenes from Cash's childhood, establishing his family structure (or lack thereof), his early love and interest in music and a tragic family accident that led to years of guilt for Cash. The film then flashes forward to Cash being in the Air Force and writing songs, then being married to his first wife, Vivian and attempting to make a go as a salesman. As we all know, Cash was no salesman, unless it came to his music. On a fluke, he sings for Sam Phillips and before you know it, he has a record out and is quickly touring with Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and June Carter. In my opinion, these are the best parts of the film. Cash's interaction with the lovely and honest June, and being part of the tour circuit. Of course, with all the adulation and success comes the downfalls -- the alcohol, the drugs and the women. And Cash falls prey to all of them. His family life suffers as he is away from home touring, and when he is home, he is preoccupied and getting his fix. Perhaps the weakest part of the film is the lack of development with the storyline on his first marriage. Obviously his boozing, pill popping and womanizing take a toll on his marriage -- but that avenue isn't really explored. Cash and Vivian do seem to fight and disagree a lot and eventually they do divorce -- with Vivian taking their children. June Carter, meanwhile, has had her own bumpy love life. She has divorced her first husband, much to the consternation of some of the strict religiously zealous citizens who feel that marriage should be forever. She married for a second time, but not happily. She has two young daughters to raise and she is in love with Johnny Cash. As Cash spirals downward into drug and alcohol abuse, June is there to help him pick up the pieces. She stays by his side and helps him kick his dependency. The movie ends with Cash's live performance at Folsom Prison, before those inmates who can relate to his music, and a performance in Ontario, where Cash proposes to June on stage. This film could have gotten bogged down in detail, or just not clicked. Biopics are very hard to do - - particularly with such a public figure, beloved by so many. But this film succeeds and succeeds so well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde; Brand: Reese Witherspoon; Review: "Legally Blonde" starring Reese Witherspoon is escapism fluff, but it never tries to be anything more than that and maybe for that reason, it succeeds and is two hours of fun. Elle Woods, a blonde sorority sister majoring in fashion design, and newly dumped by her boyfriend, Warner, decides that in order to win him back she must follow him to Harvard Law School. Upon arriving at Harvard, she finds that Warner has a new fiancee, the more appropriate Vivian (Selma Blair), and that her blonde perkiness makes her an outsider. She makes friends with the shy manicurist in town (Jennifer Coolidge) with her own man problems, and finds an ally in Emmett (Luke Wilson), an associate who works with one of her professors. What makes this movie work is Reese Witherspoon. Her Elle is so likable - - she is ditzy, yes, but in a good natured way, and her heart is in the right place. And by the end, she is proven to be smart and intelligent. While the movie suffers from some cases of unreality (would Elle REALLY get into Harvard?), those cases seem relatively small while enjoying the movie. "Legally Blonde" doesn't pretend to be a serious and deep thinking movie, simply a fun comedy that is easy on the senses and worthy of two hours' enjoyment.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Can't Buy Me Love VHS; Brand: Patrick Dempsey; Review: "Can't Buy Me Love" (1987) was probably made to cash in on the rush of 80s romantic comedies but it succeeds where others fail, mainly because "Love" has a real message to send out - - be very careful what you wish for; you just may get it and it may not be what you thought you wanted. Patrick Dempsey, pre-Grey's Anatomy, is Ronnie Miller, a nerdy, smart kid who hates being in the unpopular group, who can't sit in the home section at football games and can't sit anywhere near the "cool" kids in the school cafeteria. He's been saving up for many summers (cutting grass) to buy a really awesome telescope. He goes to the mall to get it and instead runs into Cindy Mancini (Amanda Petersen), the girl of his dreams, who is pretty, popular and the head cheerleader. Although they go to school together and Ronnie cuts her grass, Cindy doesn't even know his name. Cindy is in a predicament - - she has worn her mom's off-limits suede outfit to an end of summer party and got wine spilled on it. A replacement is a thousand dollars - - which Ronnie happens to have handy. He forsakes his telescope, instead "paying" Cindy a thousand dollars to pretend to be his girlfriend for the first month of school. As imagined, the alleged match is met with skepticism and horror by the "in crowd" and just plain skepticism by Ronnie's old friends, who he will soon abandon for life in the fast lane of the popular kids. Cindy makes Ronnie over, to make him look more hip and cool, and she soon begins to see more in Ronnie than originally met her eye. But their one month contract is up, and Ronnie has come to believe his own popularity. Will Ronnie fall from grace with the popular kids? Will he realize that Cindy has fallen for him? Will they get together? Pretty basic stuff, but "Love" is such a fun movie because it will really remind you of high school. The popular kids look down on the "nerdy" kids, picking on them when bored. The popular girls that never gave Ronnie a look when he was sitting with the nerds are now falling over each other to date him, once he is "seeing" Cindy. Cindy proves to be a pleasant surprise - - she is pretty, blonde and a cheerleader, but she has depth. She is a secret writer, something she shares only with Ronnie - - and she complains to him that she doesn't "do" anything but hang out and shop, and she wants to do more, but people don't expect anything else from her. Touching stuff. Amanda Petersen is wonderful as Cindy - - you can feel her admiration and affection for Ronnie building, and feel as crushed as she does over Ronnie's transformation into the media monster who believes his own hype. What ever happened to this appealing actress anyhow? The message the film sends across is perhaps a little schmaltzy towards the end (only filmmakers; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sure Thing; Brand: John Cusack; Review: "The Sure Thing" (1985) is perhaps one of the most underrated comedies of an era that was bursting at the seams with romantic comedies. John Cusack stars as Walter Gibson ("Gib"), a college freshman who is attending school at an unnamed Ivy League college. He is disappointed that his romantic life is somewhat lacking (although, inexplicably, his unattractive, overweight roommate is scoring a lot of action) but sees hope with Alison (Daphne Zuniga), an extremely uptight, prissy girl who adheres to routine like a religion that is in his English class. Gib's high school friend Lance (Anthony Edwards, just before his breakout in "Top Gun") has gone to school out in Southern California and invites Gib to come out over the Christmas break as Lance has a girl that is a "sure thing" and Gib is sure to score. Gib ends up in a cross-country adventure with the prissy Alison, heading out to California to visit her equally uptight and unexciting fiance Jason (Boyd Gaines), and nutty Gary Cooper (Tim Robbins, in an early film role) - - "but not that Gary Cooper that's dead" and Mary Ann (Lisa Ann Persky), two people that are so perky and into showtunes that you wish that Gib would hurl himself out the car window. As can be expected, Gib and Alison develop feelings for one another during the road trip. What happens when they get to California? Will Gib hook up with The Sure Thing (Nicollette Sheridan)? Will Alison stay engaged to Jason? Will she realize that Gib is perfect for her? The ending should be absolutely no surprise but the journey is all the fun. Rob Reiner does a terrific job with this little film, and John Cusack is simply awesome! This role, along with Lloyd Dobler from "Say Anything", really put him on the map. His Gib comes across as a funny, romantic, touching guy - - not a partyer, not a horndog. You can really relate to Gib, and that makes him real. And it makes the movie work. The story is nothing new, but with Cusack at the helm, the movie takes off. Daphne Zuniga as Alison is perfectly cast. She's a pretty girl, without being standout stunning, and her gradual realization that there is more to Gib than meets the eye doesn't seem forced. If you're feeling nostalgic for the 80s, or want to watch a great, underrated movie from the 80s, put this one in. You won't be disappointed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride VHS; Brand: Spencer Tracy; Review: Unlike some previous reviewers, I have to say that I think that the original "Father of the Bride" has stood the test of time and I found it to be just as enjoyable, if not more so, in some cases, as the Steve Martin remake. Spencer Tracy stars as Stanley Banks, an attorney happily married to his wife Ellie (Joan Bennett), with three children and a lovely house. His only daughter Kay (Elizabeth Taylor) drops a bombshell on Stanley and Ellie one evening by announcing that she is getting married to someone named Buckley (Don Taylor). From that moment on, the Banks family's life is turned topsy-turvy by the upcoming wedding. I found Spencer Tracy's performance to be very genuine. I didn't see him as being so consumed by the cost of the wedding (although what father doesn't worry about the financial bottom line?) that who his daughter was marrying was secondary. I found his performance reflected the shock and sadness over losing his daughter to Mr. Right and the confusion over getting lost in the wedding shuffle, as most fathers of the bride do. The engagement party, where Stanley is left to tend the kitchen, thereby missing the entirety of the party and the excitement showcases this fact perfectly. Again, Stanley is left out after the ceremony, when he wants to kiss the bride and cannot seem to get to her. Joan Bennett is wonderfully cast as Ellie, rivaling Myrna Loy as the perfect cinematic mother. Elizabeth Taylor is lovely as the bride to be and although her big fight with Buckley over where they will honeymoon is a bit farfetched (would they really break up over their vacation destination? - - and if they would, wouldn't that signal much larger problems?), her wide-eyed innocence and concern for her father during this time is touching. Interestingly enough, Taylor wore her wedding dress in this film to her actual first wedding to Nicky Hilton, at the time this movie premiered (and was divorcing him by the time they began filming the sequel). This film isn't necessarily Oscar material, but it's a wonderful cinematic collection of some Hollywood greats on film (Tracy, Bennett, Taylor, Billie Burke as the groom's mother) and a definite feel good film for the whole family. RSVP to this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little House on the Prairie - The Complete Season 4; Brand: Melissa Gilbert; Review: Season 4 of Little House probably has the most turmoil and changes for little Walnut Grove and its townspeople as of yet. In this season, Laura's beloved dog Jack dies (of old age) and she is so distraught that she cannot accept the family's new pet, Bandit; Charles and Mary travel to Chicago, where Charles calls himself a dumb farmer and Mary finds out that her fiance John is no longer in love with her; Charles goes away for business and handyman Chris is hired to finish the kitchen for Caroline, in the process falling in love with her; Doc Baker loses a patient in a fall and decides that he is no longer a good doctor and decides to become a farmer instead; Alice and Jonathan Garvey nearly divorce over Alice working; Jesse and Frank James hide out from the law in Walnut Grove; Miss Beadle falls in love with farmer Adam Simms, Nellie falls in love with Adam's son Luke, and both run off to get married (only the elder Simms' marriage is a keeper); Mary gets her first teaching job, in a backwoods country; the Ingalls family learns of a big inheritance, causing their old friends to think they will be putting on airs and Mrs. Oleson to want to rub shoulders with them; the Ingalls family welcomes Baby Grace; Mary begins to lose her eyesight and after becoming blind, goes to a special school in Iowa; with the town's resources and economy faltering due to the railroad, the Ingalls family decides to follow Mary to Winoka, Dakota, where she has a teaching job with her instructor, Adam. The last two episodes of this season are two of the very finest that Little House would ever produce. The emotions are raw and very much on the surface. The acting is stellar - - in fact, Melissa Sue Anderson was nominated for an Emmy for her work as Mary in the two part episode. Additionally, characters such as Bandit the dog, Kezia, Joe Kagan and Adam Kendall would make their first appearances during this season. And established characters such as Jack the dog, Miss Beadle (Mrs. Simms)and John Sanderson mark their final appearances during this season. All in all, a turning point for Little House and Walnut Grove and the end of the "early" episodes. But nonetheless, a stellar season and chock full of classic episodes. A must have and a must see for these beloved characters!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Autumn Leaves VHS; Brand: Joan Crawford; Review: "Autumn Leaves" is Joan Crawford's 1956 Columbia offering and it's anything but typical Crawford for the period. In this melodrama, Ms. Crawford plays spinster Millicent Wetherby (could this name be any more probable for a spinster?), a typist who works from her modest apartment. As was the usual case for the time, and as told in a brief flashback, Milly took care of her aging father, rather than finding love, and has now found herself older, alone and desperately wishing for a good man. Such an opportunity arrives when she meets Burt Hanson (Cliff Robertson) in a diner, after a solo evening out at the symphony. Despite Milly's initial chilly reception to the at least decade younger Burt, he quickly wins her over and the two have a rushed courtship over the next month. Burt pops the question (after the two spend agonizing days apart)and before you can say "something old, something new", the couple are headed down to Mexico to tie the knot. The honeymoon ends fairly quickly for Milly though - - first with Burt bringing home excessive and expensive gifts for her, then with the facts of Burt's past changing, and then finally with Virginia Hanson (Vera Miles) showing up at Milly's doorstep and announcing herself as Burt's first wife - - having only been divorced recently, with Burt being unaware that they were divorced at the time he married Milly. Milly is floored by this relevation, along with the fact that Burt's father (Lorne Greene) is very much alive, despite Burt telling her he had died, and after speaking to Virginia, goes by the department store where Burt has told her that he is a manager, only to find out that he is a tie salesman (and he has stolen all the gifts he has brought home to Milly). With the weight of his lies catching up with him and his past staying at the local hotel, Burt begins a mental decline. Milly finds out that six months after Burt and Virginia married, Burt walked in on Virginia and his father in a very compomising situation and has been unwell ever since. After being physically assaulted by Burt, Milly makes the difficult decision to have Burt committed, knowing full well that once he is recovered he may not need her any longer. Happily, Burt remains very much in love with his wife, who is waiting for him when he is ready to return home. "Autumn Leaves" is quite a departure for Ms. Crawford. She plays a simple, quiet woman, without a hint of histrionics or shrewd behavior. She is deeply and desperately in love with her husband and, at the same time, fearful that their age difference will tear them apart. She has a brief scene in the movie, post-wedding, where she is lounging in the marital bed, content as a cat, and it's obvious that she and Burt are physically very happy - - but that mature, experienced and self-satisfied Milly quickly disappears when troubles start mounting. This is also not your standard May-December romance as the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ted Bundy; Brand: Michael Reilly Burke; Review: "Ted Bundy" may have had every intention of being a serious look at the criminal life of Ted Bundy, but good intentions notwithstanding, the film only succeeds at the sheer shock value it projects. This film is hardly a feel-good or mainstream subject. It really seems to enjoy its subject's depravity - - was it really necessary to show Bundy playing with the head of a victim in his apartment? The film did very little to show Bundy's relationships with friends and family (his living victims, in a sense). The real Bundy allegedly had a troubled relationship with his mother and his stepfather, a subject that was never touched on. The character of Lee, Bundy's longstanding and suffering girlfriend (based on Bundy's real life girlfriend Liz Kendall) comes across as a needy, whiny character who agrees to go along with "playing dead" while having sex with her erratic and volatile boyfriend. Ugh. Were we supposed to feel sympathy for Lee? Or perhaps for Bundy, who always saw himself as a victim? Michael Reilly Burke does a good job playing Bundy as the degenerate he truly was. While Mark Harmon played Bundy as a suave, charismatic "gentleman" in "The Deliberate Stranger", Burke hits closer to the truth in his dark portrayal. That being said, even with Burke's chilling performance, the victims seem to get lost in the shuffle. While it is true that Bundy had a large amount of victims, the true number of which has never been known, and certain composites and consolidation must be done for theatrical purposes, playing the old classic "Rescue Me" imposed over images of Bundy bludgeoning various victims, kidnapping various victims, or playing with their dead bodies is vile. To Bundy, the victims were obviously playthings but to continue to perpetrate that myth years later is disrespectful to the victims themselves and their families. To better know about Bundy and his killing spree, "The Deliberate Stranger" is a much better choice. The characters are not so one dimensional and there is no shock value.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Woman Scorned; Brand: Jeff Allin; Review: "A Woman Scorned" is television movies at its finest! Based on a true story, fast paced and culminating in murder . . .guilty pleasure, for sure. Meredith Baxter turns in a coldly calculating performance as Betty Broderick, rightly being nominated for an Emmy. She couldn't be further away from Elyse Keaton of her "Family Ties" days. The story is simply too fantastic to be fictional and the viewer very quickly becomes invested in the story. So what could be wrong with it? Accuracy. Dan Broderick is portrayed almost a saint, married to an unbelievable she-devil, who turns to his young assistant Linda for companionship and a romance eventually blossoms once Dan and Betty are divorced. Read any book, or do any research on the case, and you will see where the bias from the Broderick family participation comes in. Dan Broderick was hardly an angel, as was his second wife Linda, and they had an ongoing affair for more than three years, before Dan ever left Betty. It certainly does not justify their murder, but it taints the accuracy of an otherwise impeccable story. Definitely a tele-movie worth viewing. Additional bonus is the sequel, although it is not nearly as compelling as the original.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory VHS; Brand: Gene Wilder; Review: "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" is one of those rare films that bridges the child-adult film gap. Persons of all ages can watch, eyes wide, and revel in Willy Wonka's eccentricities and Charlie's inate goodness and splendid luck. The film, more than 30 years old, hardly feels its age. Made in a time before computerized special effects, the relative cheese quotient only serves to make the film that much more charming. Gene Wilder is superbly cast as the unconvential confectioner, Willy Wonka, who is partial to brightly colored leisure suits, large hats and not averse to breaking into song when the moment requires it. Rather than being simply odd and borderline unsettling as Johnny Depp would portray him three decades later, Wilder's Wonka is obviously an overgrown kid himself, a person who truly enjoys making candy and making people smile. There is not a hint of any darkness hiding behind those dancing eyes. The children are all marvelously cast, each one befitting their character's physical description on Roald Dante's classic book. Despite hating seeing them go, their individual come-uppances are rewarding and indulging. The parents have very little to do, other than watch their respective children get into trouble, bemoan the fact and watch the Mystic-Tanned Oompa Loompas break into early karaoke about it. Watching this movie reminds me of what is so fun about being a child - - the innocence involved in believing that such a place as the Wonka Factory can exist, and the good kid (Charlie) comes out on top in the end, while the bad kids go home empty-handed and having learned their lesson. "Willy Wonka" is good, clean fun for the whole family, with catchy lyrics provided by the Oompa Loompas to boot. Pop it in, break out some chocolate bars or gobstoppers and enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel; Brand: Jay Hernandez; Review: Eli Roth's "Hostel" tries hard to be a genius in the horror genre but succeeds only in being a vile, empty excuse to showcase as much gore and nudity as possible. The basic plotline is pure Horror Moviemaking 101. Group of young people (in this case, 3 college age guys) outside their normal environment (in this case, backpacking thru Europe)who stumble upon some kind of horror (in this case, a hostel that finds victims for demented persons willing to pay to abuse, mutilate and kill strangers). It goes wrong from the very beginning. The college age guys are anything but sympathetic. They are presented as mindless, stoned horndogs who only want to ingest drugs and get laid. There is nothing redeeming about them. The first 30 minutes or so of the movie is nothing more than these same unsympathetic guys in a variety of sex acts. The nudity and sexuality gets repetitive and old. The movie is indeed full of graphic violence and horror - - even after having seen my share of some pretty scary and even gruesome movies, I could barely watch some scenes in "Hostel". But "Hostel" leaves you feeling almost as demented and empty as the killer. The movie seems so black, so souless that I felt as though I needed a shower after watching it. It definitely makes people out to be incredibly cruel and cold toward one another. I would not recommend this movie in general. I just couldn't find too much that was redeeming about it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride VHS; Brand: Steve Martin; Review: Whereas many remakes of beloved films stumble and fall, this "Father of the Bride" shines in its own right. The wonderful Steve Martin steps into Spencer Tracy's shoes (no enviable task)as the harried and worried father of the bride, George Banks. Diane Keaton is lovely as Nina, George's wife and mother of the bride. She provides the grounding voice of reason to George's hysteria, much as Joan Bennett's Ellie did in the original. Kimberly Williams is simply a breath of fresh air as Annie, the bride (taking the place of Elizabeth Taylor's Kay). Her enthusiasm, excitement and joy over her upcoming nuptials simply jump off the screen. George Newbern as Bryan, the prospective groom, is solid and he proves to be as stable to Annie's excitement as Nina is to George. Martin Short as Frank the wedding coordinator is priceless. His theatrics and mannerisms alone make this movie worth watching. Kieran Culkin is appropriately cute as Annie's younger brother Matt. The best parts of this movie? The sheer comedy. Martin's Banks is far more comedic than the more stoic Banks as played by Tracy - - Martin doesn't even need to speak, his expressions are priceless by themselves. Martin and Keaton also share a witty and comfortable banter that was not expressed in the original (where Tracy and Bennett slept in separate twin beds, as was the custom back in the 50s) The genuine love and affection between Annie and Bryan is also more evident in the remake, versus the almost too-proper courtship of Kay and Buckley in the original, where Kay announces she is marrying as if she is announcing an upcoming test or rainstorm. That aside, though, the Tracy version seems somehow more solid and honestly touching than the remake. Without the comedy masking the true feelings, we can feel the honest pain and sadness that Tracy's Banks feels at losing his only daughter. Additionally, the money angle plays a larger part in the remake. We understand that Martin's Banks owns his own company (a sports shoe manufacturer) but $250 per head? And a pricey wedding planner/coordinator? Whereas the original film dealt with Banks' fear and confusion over the financial aspects of the upcoming wedding, the remake really hits home how costly everything is - - if you want to travel first class, that is. Overall, the message is the same as in the original. Father loves his daughter, who he only wants to be happy, even if it means relinquishing her to another man.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Drury Inn Suites Memphis Southaven; City: Horn Lake Mississippi; Review: We were traveling to New Orleans from Chicago and stayed one night. The front desk staff were very welcoming and friendly. The condition of the hotel was fairly worn and dingy. There was hair in the sink in the bathroom and a few hairs on the sheets in the bed. The carpet in the room was worn, stained and dirty. We were traveling with a small dog. I don't know if this made a difference in room assignment.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Econo Lodge; City: Monticello Florida; Review: We stopped over one night. This is a good solid no frills place to spend the night. Our room was well maintained and clean and the bed was comfortable. It’s very convenient to the Interstate but there’s not a lot else around the hotel except a gas station, little restaurant (that closes early in the evening) and a Subway sandwich shop. The hotel gave us a coupon for a free breakfast at the nearby restaurant and the food was excellent.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Royal Sonesta New Orleans; City: New Orleans Louisiana; Review: We were traveling to Florida and stayed one night. Clearly, the Bourbon Street location is outstanding and our room was in very good condition - - well maintained and nice and clean. We parked in the garage attached to the hotel and that was very convenient. We had a most enjoyable stay. We were traveling with a small dog and our only complaint involves a $50 pet fee that was not mentioned at the time of we made our reservation, even though we said we were bringing our dog. I likely would have agreed to pay the additional charge anyway but I don’t care to be “surprised” with further fees when checking out.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn; City: Harpers Ferry West Virginia; Review: I stayed three nights at the end of March while hiking the nearby Appalachian Trail. I had a great stay! This was exactly what I was looking for: a nice quiet and clean room, comfortable bed, good, free breakfast, and excellent location. I arrived in Harpers Ferry by train and the staff went out of their way to help me find restaurants that were within walking distance or would deliver to the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites Sarasota Siesta Key; City: Sarasota Florida; Review: My family and I stayed here for four nights while visiting Sarasota. It's a new hotel and was nice and clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again. We were traveling with a small dog and the additional fee was not unreasonable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites Dalton; City: Dalton Georgia; Review: My family and I stopped here on our way home from Florida. This is a nice hotel. Our room was clean, and the staff was friendly and efficient. BUT, our room was on the ground floor and faced Interstate 75. I’m not exaggerating – the room was about 150 feet from I-75 and the traffic noise was AWFUL. I stayed at this hotel earlier and my room was on the other side of the hotel and everything was fine. Just don’t accept a room facing the interstate highway.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Notch Inn; City: Gorham New Hampshire; Review: I stayed 5 nights while hiking in New Hampshire and Maine. The price was reasonable and the room was clean, even in the corners, with no spots on the carpet or the bathroom mirror. I wiped off light switches, TV remote, door knobs, tables and other surfaces with a bleach wipe (just the way my wife told me to) and the cloth came up clean. Modern bathroom fixtures, plenty of hot water, and comfortable mattress. In-room coffee pot; no breakfast but several restaurants nearby including Dunkin’ Donuts. About 15 – 20 minutes from Mt. Washington and Pinkham Notch and about 45 minutes from Grafton Notch State Park, Maine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Helen; City: Helen Georgia; Review: I stayed 3 nights while hiking in the area. The hotel is relatively new and modern. The room was clean, even in the corners, no spots on the carpet or the bathroom mirror and the bathroom sink and tub were clean. There were some “splash spots” (coffee?) on the wall in the bathroom but the light had to be just right to see them. The shower water pressure was adequate but not great and I expect this is a water saving feature that is common to all the hotels in the area. The room was large with a separate seating area with a separate TV. Nice and quiet - no hallway noise or voices/TV sound from next door room. Nice breakfast including several hot dishes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Vionic Esme Womens Comfort Clog; Brand: Orthaheel; Review: I ordered my size, but because my foot is at an angle, they have a little extra room at the heel. They are extremely comfortable with the support I have come to love from Orthaheel/Vionic shoes. I'm keeping them and wear them often, with an added pad under my forefoot to prevent to much space at the back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FitFlop Women's Walkstar 3 Nubuck Thong Sandal; Brand: ; Review: This particular pair was not well-matched as one fit well and the other was tight across the top of my foot making the toe ridge strike in an uncomfortable way. I was very happy with my first pair of FitFlops but the cut is quite different.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: FitFlop Women's Flora Flip-Flop; Brand: ; Review: Very comfortable and make it tolerable to stand/walk for long periods with plantar fasciitis in both heels. So glad I tried FitFlop!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alegria Women's Paloma Flat; Brand: Alegria; Review: So cute, but easily a full size too big. European sizing doesn't work for me.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Alegria Women's Paloma Flat; Brand: Alegria; Review: So cute, but easily a full size too big. European sizing doesn't work for me.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: FitFlop Women's Surfa Flip-Flop; Brand: ; Review: Too large, footbed not the spongy, bouncy footbed I'm used to from FitFlop. There is no contouring under the toes. It's pretty much flat. Now I see why the price was so low.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Timex Mid-Size Ironman Sleek 50 Round Silicone Strap Watch; Brand: Timex; Review: I've owned this watch for 2 1/2 years and it is, by far, the best Timex I have owned (and I've owned at least 3 others)! They finally got the band design right and I have had no problems with the band breaking away from the sides of the watch face. The white band has stayed white all this time with no grungy gray or smudges. I use it for interval runs and frequently use the timers and alarms. All still function properly. It is the perfect face size for my petite wrist and doesn't get in my way when I'm sweaty. I highly recommend this watch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Sloane Platform Flip-Flop; Brand: ; Review: Perfect balance between pool/beach shoe and everyday casual shoe to run around in. Fits well and has a slightly higher heel. I love the berry color!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Stens Replacement Fuel Cap For 179124X428, Craftsman Poulan Husqvarna; Brand: Stens; Review: Good replacement part; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 5W-30 Motor Oil - 1qt (Case of 6) (VV955-6PK); Brand: Valvoline; Review: Good product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ABN Strainer Cone Funnel with Filter Top 40-Pack – Disposable 190 Micron Fine Nylon Mesh – Paint, Automotive,; Brand: ABN; Review: Good product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keeper Original Version 36 Inch x 2 Inch 04228 36" x 2" Premium Axle Strap with D-Ring; Brand: Keeper; Review: As advertised, good product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wagner ThermoQuiet QC1083 Ceramic Disc Pad Set With Installation Hardware, Front; Brand: Wagner; Review: Good product, Good price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: STA-BIL 22239 Marine Fuel Stabilizer - 8 oz.; Brand: Sta-Bil; Review: Good product works as advertised Would recommend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorcraft FL-820-S Oil Filter; Brand: Motorcraft; Review: This is the brand that I rely on; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain-X RX30221 Weatherbeater Wiper Blade - 21-Inches - (Pack of 1); Brand: Rain-X; Review: Works as advertised; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TEKTON 5941 Digital Tire Gauge, 100 PSI; Brand: TEKTON; Review: Good product, works as advertised; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carrand 94102 Car Wash Bucket - 3 Gallon Capacity; Brand: Carrand; Review: Good product; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 2 Pack Tier1 Maytag UKF8001, EDR4RXD1, Whirlpool 4396395, PUR, Jenn-Air, Puriclean II, 469006; Brand: Tier1; Review: Good product, good price would recommend it; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
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Title: Masterpiece Theatre: Elizabeth I - The Virgin Queen; Brand: Anne-Marie Duff; Review: Good but not captivating.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Law & Order: The First Year; Brand: George Dzundza; Review: Love this show....memories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Labor Day; Brand: Kate Winslet; Review: Kinda weird but it grew on me. As it came to a it took on a whole other dimension though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nurse Jackie: Season 6; Brand: Edie Falco; Review: Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Old Lady; Brand: Kevin Kline; Review: Great acting and story line just a bit slow and dry.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 2015; Brand: ; Review: Enjoyed it again as much as I did the first time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jillian Michaels - 30 Day Shred; Brand: Jillian Michaels; Review: Jullian will always be the best!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shipping News; Brand: Kevin Spacey; Review: Different and a bit slow but overall a good storyline and had some interesting twists.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jillian Michaels One Week Shred; Brand: Jillian Michaels; Review: Jillian never fails to deliver. Hard working effective workout.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark VHS; Brand: Harrison Ford; Review: Love Harrison Ford and Indiana Jones... What more can you say.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: 500GB New Sata 2.5" hard drive for Apple Macbook & Macbook pro; Brand: Brand Name Manufacture; Review: Does its job. Easy to install into my macbook. If I needed another one, I would most definitely purchase this one again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C&E 2 Pack, Mini DisplayPort to HDMI TV Monitor Adapter for MacBook, CNE464645; Brand: C&E; Review: Was really good at first, but started giving me problems after 2 months. Probably because I kept unplugging it and plugging it into new places, but I don't think the cable should be that weak. If you keep it plugged into one place all the time, maybe it'll stay working longer? but mine stopped working after 4 months. Would I buy this again? No.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Portable Super Bass Bluetooth Wireless Speaker + TALKING CALLER ID handsfree speakerphone; Brand: CHARZON; Review: Pros: -Price for the quality in sound. It's not the GREATEST sound, but as much base that comes out of it is pretty amazing -Compact -Louder than most mini speakers + Bass -Built with better quality. -Battery life is really good (haven't tested full battery life, but it lasted 6 hours at full blast and didn't die) -Comes with Auxiliary cord (connect with this so no skipping on iphone) -Comes with a small little carrying cloth bag. Cons: -It starts to get a little distorted if it's too loud though. -Connecting bluetooth on my iphone, the song will start skipping each time I try opening other apps or doing basically anything with the phone while a song is playing. -Auxiliary cord isn't very good, or at least mine wasn't, because I've only used it like 4 times and the cord is opened up with the wires showing next to the auxiliary connector and I haven't put nearly enough strain on it for the wires to be showing -Caller ID is kind of stupid. It talks too slow. By the time it's done repeating the number, I'm pretty sure you'll miss the call. I basically docked off one star for connection. I don't really use the Bluetooth because of the song skipping thing. Aux cord quality is weak. Looks like it's about to give out after minimal use, and if it does, I'll have to buy another one (not cool). In conclusion, I'd definitely recommend this speaker to any buyers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ameriwood Home Jacob Laptop Cart, Cherry; Brand: Ameriwood Home; Review: not easy to adjust height wise. but rolls nice, doesn't feel cheap, sturdy, and overall a great product. I would purchase this again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HAMSWAN Gaming Headset 2.4GHz Wireless Headphones with Detachable Mic and Rechargeable Battery for Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3, PS4,; Brand: HAMSWAN; Review: I use it for my ps4. Sometimes my friends tell me I sound like t-pain all of the sudden, but just turn it off and turn it back on. I have somewhat of a small head, or at least the top part of my head. So, even at the smallest fit, it still hangs on my ears because it's still too big. Oddly, I put something in-between the top of the headphones and the top of my head to keep it from hurting my ears. So if you have a small head like me, I would keep this in mind. Sound quality is great, easy to set up and use. detachable mic (comes with two sizes), there is a mute button as well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Samsung LNT5265F 52-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV; Brand: Samsung; Review: My new Samsung worked perfect just out of the box. Amazon delivery was quick despite being a cross country freight trip. The price for the unit was far below Sears or other Electronic Stores in the area, a real value. Hooked the unit up to local HD Cable Service, great picture with very few adjustments needed. The picture is much brighter than a DLP of the same size and the Black Contrast is outstanding, an initial worry about buying a LCD over Plasma. The unit is in a room with floor to almost ceiling windows in the background, there is no problem with light reflection,even during mid day. Overall, I would highly recommend the unit and Amazon is the place to buy it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony DVM63HDR/2 High Definition Minidv Videocassette - 2 Pack; Brand: Sony; Review: The Sony HD Minidv Video tape cassette yields outstanding results both in Color reproduction and sound. I have used the tape in my Canon HD Video Camera on several over seas trips, filming with a wide variety of back grounds and available light. I would not hesitate to recommend the product to anyone. Amazon's buying service was outstanding, excellent price and quick delivery.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iKross 3.5mm LED FM Radio Transmitter with Auto-Scan Car Kit for Sansa Fuze, Fuze Plus, Clip, Clip Plus, Clip; Brand: iKross; Review: Purchased at Amazon The GTMAX FM Radio Transmitter is the 3rd transmitter that I have used. By far this unit is the very best I have owned. Previous Brands had problems with some static, moving off stations and taking a while to lock on, etc.. The GTMAX is quiet, clear and locks on and stays with a constant clear signal. I am amazed that such a small unit works so well. Highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maxell Cassette VHS-C Adapter (290060); Brand: Maxell; Review: Works perfectly as advertised. Follow the directions and do not force any movement. The adapter permits me to view my VHS-C Vacation Tapes. My previous Battery powered Adapter was lost.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wireless RF Item Locator Key Finder with Base Support for Pet, Cell, Wireless RF Remote Item, Wallet; Brand: Owncons; Review: Sept 24, 2016. The transmitter stopped working, always kept inside in a a drawer. Used twice for finding keys. The 3 Volt battery checked OK. The unit is not well made. Do not buy!!..; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Samsung UN65KS9000 65-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV (2016 Model); Brand: Samsung; Review: As advertised: just a outstanding Picture with added "Smart" features.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Ashworth by the Sea; City: Hampton New Hampshire; Review: We stayed at Ashworth by the Sea because we had tickets to a concert at a nearby venue. Colleen at the front desk was wonderful right from the start. We noticed that there were a couple of holiday parties going on and she assured us that we wouldn't be able to hear any of the noise from our room. She was right. Our room was very quiet. AND - They blocked all of the party goers together so that they could have their fun without disturbing other guests. It was a win win situations. The valet was so nice and he didn't adjust the radio or anything else in our car as so many of them do. The room was clean and well appointed. I look forward to coming back here when the town isn't buttoned up and getting blocked into the party floor! Thank you Ashworth. It was lovely!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Boston Natick; City: Natick Massachusetts; Review: The staff at this hotel is very accommodating, polite and professional. That is always appreciated by this frequent traveler. I wanted to start with that because unfortunately that is a rare thing these days. The hotel was sold out and my room was right across from the elevator. Yikes, but actually I was quite impressed with the lack of noise. The room could use a bit of freshening up, wallpaper, fixtures, etc... and the towels were a bit worn, but overall it was very clean and comfortable. The bedding was clean and comfortable as well. The amenities were nice and the TV reception was excellent with a great channel lineup. There is a complementary light supper in the evening (which is great because driving around Natick to try and find a restaurant is difficult to say the least) and a decent breakfast in the morning. The only problem I found with this hotel was the 90 MPH bumper car road you have to drive on and cross to get there. Be very very careful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Staybridge Suites Allentown West; City: Allentown Pennsylvania; Review: I was only here for one night, but would come back here. It is conveniently located. The full kitchen can save you tons of money on vacation or on business. Three nights a week there is some kind of reception with things like hot dogs and burgers and beer and soda. The reception area is like a big living room so you can come down there and eat and don't have to be stuck in your room the whole time. The hotel is also pet friendly which is great for those of us who don't want to leave our furry friends at home when we travel. If you are looking for a comfortable, friendly place for a good price then this is your place. If you are afraid of dogs, beer and other people eating in public, then you should probably stay home.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: John Carver Inn Spa; City: Plymouth Massachusetts; Review: I stayed here during a full house visit to relatives and was so very pleased. When I checked in, I was given a room by the ice machine and the stairs. I went back down and asked the front desk staff if I might be able to move and they were so nice, accommodating me with a lovely room in the center of the 3rd floor. The 4 poster bed had a comfortable mattress and great pillows and the sheets were clean, crisp and so very soft. The television had many channels with all of the networks covered. I did have to work and was pleased at the speed and ease of use of the free WIFI. I also received a coupon for $10 off a meal on check-in day. As Niles Crane once said, "The only thing better than a perfect meal is a perfect meal with one tiny flaw you can complain about all night." If I had to complain about something, it would be that it would have been nice to be able to use that coupon at breakfast rather than having to use it on check-in day! The price was excellent, the location unparalleled within walking distance of many historic sites. Additionally, there are walking tours, at a very reasonable price, leaving from the hotel just about nightly. The staff is friendly and professional. The room and bathroom, clean and comfortable. Check out is easy and amenities plentiful. I will certainly stay here again when I am in the area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rhumb Line Resort; City: Kennebunkport Kennebunks Maine; Review: If you're looking for a quiet little romantic retreat, this may not be your place. However, if you are bringing your children to Kennebunk for a family vacation or hooking up with family or friends for a wonderful place to make memories, you need to be here. What can I say: Indoor pool and hot tub. Outdoor pool and hot tub: Outdoor bar and restaurant which seems more like a family gathering than a commercial establishment. The value is outstanding and no matter what the noise outside, the rooms are quiet. It's clean and wonderful. Parking is abundant and for $5 a day you can get a pass for Kennebunk beach. You may not be able to walk to everything, but you can drive. I just can't say enough about it. If you are planning a family reunion or a gathering I would recommend this place above any other in New England. Oh, and lest I forget, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom clean with great water pressure and the TV channels were abundant for those less social. As Frasier Crane once said, "the only thing better than perfect, is almost perfect with one little flaw you can pick at all day". Breakfast is included but sparse... There are a million places to find great breakfast though and that shouldn't deter anyone at all. Also, the staff is amazing!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunnyside Motel Cottages; City: Bar Harbor Mount Desert Island Maine; Review: My husband and I spent the weekend after Columbus day here and it was just lovely. It's very clean and quite comfortable. The host, Richard, it a wealth of knowledge about the local area. We stayed in the hotel section. The room was large and comfortable. The bathroom was spotless. The shower is a "camp" shower and is quite small, however, had we wanted a Jacuzzi size tub, we would have spent three times as much and gone to one of the large hotels in Bar Harbor. The office has coffee available from 8am. If you want some before that, head back off the island and there's a gas station with a great snack bar and coffee about a mile back on the left. Great coffee there! About 30 cents less a gallon for gas than on the island as well. The motel is about a 10 minute walk to the free shuttle which runs through Acadia, so a great place if you're there for hiking. Once the road construction is done, it'll be about 15 minutes to Bar Harbor. Definitely a great place to stay if you want to stay within your budget and want to avoid the crazy hubbub of a large hotel. We will choose to stay here on our return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Jokari Tea Infuser - Loose Leaf Tea Strainer - Stands In Cups or Mugs & Mesh Stainless Steel to; Brand: Jokari; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whimsical Hootie Owl Coffee Mug/cup Adorable Kitchen Serveware; Brand: burton+BURTON; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 12Pcs Cute Charming Butterfly 3D Fridge Magnets Art Room Wall Decor Crafts DIY; Brand: ReFaXi; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OneMtoss Custom 18 X 18 Inch Soft White Canvas Decorative Throw Pillow Cover Cushion Case (You Are My Sunshine); Brand: ilkin; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kikkerland Owl Magnet, Set of 6; Brand: Kikkerland; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JUST CHILLIN LIKE A PENGUIN Magnet; Brand: Cute; Review: Great product and great service; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Allen 674 Archery Bow String Wax; Brand: Allen Company; Review: It's wax. Nuf said; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TruFire Patriot Archery Compound Bow Release - Adjustable Black Wrist Strap…; Brand: Tru-Fire; Review: Works awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bohning Blazer Vanes (36 pk); Brand: Bohning; Review: Good fletch. Good price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: .30-06 39" Princess Camo Youth Bow Case; Brand: EBBQ; Review: Just as pictured. Fits my bow perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coleman ATV Rear Padded-Bottom Bag; Brand: Coleman; Review: Love it tones of storage space. And I can't even tell there are bars under my but the seat is comfy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SAS Lightweight Bow Stand; Brand: SAS; Review: Works well for smaller bows. If it's bigger ur cam will b in the dirt; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: LG Optimus L7 P705 Factory Unlocked International Version No Warranty Gsm Android Phone, White; Brand: LG; Review: Have some problems with the facebook app; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: EasyAcc Portable External Battery Pack Charger for Android Smartphone: Samsung Galaxy S4, S3, Note 2; HTC One, One X,; Brand: CovertSafe; Review: Its the best because charge completedly my S3; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blackberry BY-9900 Unlocked Cell Phone - International Version, Charcoal Black; Brand: BlackBerry; Review: Good Phone; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LG Optimus L7 P705 Factory Unlocked International Version No Warranty Gsm Android Phone, White; Brand: LG; Review: Good Phone; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLU Advance 4.0 Unlocked Cellphone, Black; Brand: BLU; Review: Good Phone; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLU Dash JR K, Android 4.4 KK, 2MP - Unlocked (Blue); Brand: BLU; Review: Good Phone; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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