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Title: Hamilton Beach 74250 Carve 'n Set Electric Knife with Case, White; Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: I've used good electric knives. This is no "bargain". I don't care how cute the box it came with is, this knife is USELESS. The motor wiggles the blade side to side just as much as it does back and forth. Consequently it is ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE TO GET A STRAIT CUT OUT OF THIS THING. Bought it. Made one slice. Returning it. Done.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tovolo King Cube, Sturdy Silicone, Long-Lasting, Ice Tray, Fade Resistant, Stratus Blue, 2 Inch Cubes; Brand: Tovolo; Review: If you drink whiskey, you must buy one of these. Less surface area. Less melting. Chilled cocktail. Just simply perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breville BDC600XL YouBrew Drip Coffee Maker; Brand: Breville; Review: Basing a purchase on Amazon reviews is tough. There are those who feel like they got burned and those who feel like they made an informed and infallible decision. It's important that you compare apples to apples when comparing coffee makers, even within the same model and brand. The Breville BDC600XL was updated in mid 2012. All reviews from before that time period should be ignored. The grind was set finer and there are reports that it heats the water hotter. This would solve the following problems: 1. Weak coffee 2. Cold coffee 3. Using too many beans To address some of the other common complaints: If you think this unit is too loud, maybe a grind and brew isn't for you. As far as consumer coffee grinders go, this one is fairly muffled. Try the Cuisinart with the blade grinder. It sounds like a helicopter taking off and doesn't make nearly as good coffee. If you think this machine is too big, maybe a grind and brew isn't for you. It is tall but it's footprint isn't much bigger than other machines. I prefer tall to the alternative, which is to have a separate grinder taking up more counter space. If you think this machine is too hard to clean, maybe a grind and brew isn't for you. This unit has FAR fewer parts to clean than most other grind and brews. The filter basked needs to be dumped and rinsed just like any coffee maker. The carafe needs to be dumped and rinsed like any coffee maker. That's the only daily cleaning that is required (unless you use the dumb gold tone filter that is provided. More on that below). Occasionally you have to wipe clean the coffee shoot cover and occasionally you have clear out the coffee shoot to make sure it doesn't get clogged. It's not a big deal and is well worth the hassle. If you are considering this coffee maker, I assume I don't have to bore you with the advantages of fresh ground coffee. You don't have to measure. You don't have coffee grounds on your counter. One press of a button and you are done. I am a coffee snob. I like strong coffee. I have been a faithful Capresso Team user in all of the various models they have offered over the past 20 years. I offer the following review of the Breville BDC600XL: It's awesome. Strength: In my Capresso, I had to set it for 10 cups if I was going to have an 8 cup pot so that it would brew strong enough. On the Breville, I started on the 2nd strongest setting and had to TURN IT DOWN two notches. That makes me happy. Grinder: Again, I can't comment on units that were purchased before 2012, but I find the grind to be perfect and it is quieter than my Capresso. Heat: Plenty hot. Any metal carafe pot MUST BE SCALDED before brewing to get a hot pot of coffee. It takes 30 seconds. Just do it. You can't pour; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SONGMICS 2-Tier Shoe Bench Boot Organizing Rack Entryway Storage Shelf w' High and Low Levels for Adult and Child; Brand: SONGMICS; Review: This is actually MUCH nicer than expected. I just wanted a little boot bench for in my garage. This is a nice bamboo bench with a glossy finish. Minus one star for laughable assembly instructions. Almost would have been easier without them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snackeez Duo, Plastic, Cup and Snack Holder, 30 Piece Kit, Colors Vary (Red, Blue,; Brand: Snackeez; Review: This product is great if your goal is to unnecessarily introduce plastic into the environment. Otherwise this is a complete waste of money. Doesn't stay closed. Don't give to small children unless you want a huge mess.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lavatools Javelin PRO Duo Ambidextrous Backlit Instant Read Digital Meat Thermometer (Chipotle); Brand: Lavatools; Review: I like this a lot. I just feel like the backlight is always switching off just before the reading stabilizes and I'm fighting with it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker | Bluetooth | 800W | Anova App Included; Brand: Anova Culinary; Review: This thing is so cool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laguiole 6 Piece Steak Stainless Steel Knife Set in Wooden Case; Brand: Laguiole; Review: These are not the real deal. They are made in China. That said they're nice and sharp enough. For the price, they blow away my stamped blade Wustofs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rapala4 Soft Grip Fillet / Single Stage Sharpener / Sheath; Brand: Rapala; Review: This has surprisingly become one of my favorite knives.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Artaste 59311 Rain 18/10 Stainless Steel Teaspoon, 6.25-Inch, Set of 12; Brand: Artaste; Review: Way too shallow for a soup spoon. Its more like a small paddle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hot Sauce Bottles with Black Caps & Shrink Bands, 5 Oz - Case of 12; Brand: nicebottles; Review: Exactly as expected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: VetriScience Laboratories 3PACK GlycoFlex 3 Canine (360 Soft Chews); Brand: VetriScience Laboratories; Review: Always great service and price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glyco-Flex III, 60 Bite-Sized Chews; Brand: VetriScience Laboratories; Review: I know the reason my german shepherd has lived so long is because of Glyco Flex Chews. Great product!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KONG Cloud E-Collar for Cats and Dogs; Brand: KONG; Review: Wonderful product! My German Shepherd's elbows were infected from laying down a lot and licking the sore elbows. This collar kept him from licking his elbows and the infection is clearing up now. He can still eat and drink with it on, I know this has saved his life. I can't say enough on how great it is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VetriScience Laboratories - GlycoFlex 3 Hip and Joint Support for Dogs, 120 Bite Sized Chews; Brand: VetriScience Laboratories; Review: My German Shepherd stayed a lot healthier with this formula. I love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IRIS Airtight Pet Food Container, 50-Pound, Clear/Black; Brand: IRIS USA, Inc.; Review: I love this container. It holds corn for my squirrel feeder and it holds two large bags at a time. It is well made and sturdy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
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Title: Faith Hill - The Hits; Brand: Faith Hill; Review: Personally, i don't see what all the fuss is about. People seem to love or hate this collection.. i do understand the frustrations of some reviwers. Like where are ALL the 30 or so hits she had? But really, few artists nowadays release career spanning greatest hits until they feel they are done and faith obviously isn't. Other major artists do this all the time. The truth is it is a cynical exercise by the label to make easy money usually in the run up to Christmas but loyal fans who want to hear any new material at all from their artists will want to snap up a collection like this futile as it may seem. I fall in this category here, i like faith. I saw a few new tracks and decided to buy this. I think people need to accept that faith couldn't release all her hits here - no record label in their right mind allows an artist to put all their hits out whilst they still recording. Fans who are disappointed could accept this and simply enjoy this for what it is... a brief look back - the album itself states it is a colllection of some of her biggest hits. So No great deception her. I also hae to say it is disheartening to hear fans speak so bitterly about faith. I've read alot of personal comments about faith here.. e.g she's just over the hill, past it, references to her marriage to her second husband. It's childish! Persoanlly, i think faith puts out great music consistently. I'm willing to listen with an open ear and mind to all her stuff. I felt she got a really hard time with 2002's cry especially but here we are again. Lisyen to any faith song and you know why she picked teh song and how much of her heart she put into the recording. I don't want to sound like i'm a faith fanatic who can't say i like evrything she has ever did but i aalways find something to love in her albums and this collection is no exception. At the end of the day, i think any cd should be judged on the quality of the music.. and this has plenty of her best work and some strong new stuff too. Relax and enjoy.... stop fretting about what can't be changed now. The albums out and it serves as a respectable snapshot of her career to date; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Porcelain; Brand: Helen Jane Long; Review: I had to review this despite usually not bothering. This album needs to get more attention than it has. It's simply a perfect collection of piano music. This sort of thing isn't my usual cup of tea. Classical music just seems too complex and long for me to sit and listen to it for long enough to appreciate it or even give it a chance. But this is something else, everyone should have a copy in their house. It's the most relaxing and de-stressing experience you could ever ask for from a music album. I thought other easy listening artists were the perfect tonic to today's modern stress filled life but nothing can compare to the beauty of this lady's work. Helen Jane Long has composed thirteen gems that flow over you and soothe you. I just put the cd on, lie back and relax. The thing that makes this so special is because although I don't doubt Long's skill as a piano player, she has composed tracks that sound (probably deceptively) simple. The music is repetitive and simple but this works a treat, it really helps you relax. I'm sure many would argue it's too repetitive but this is what makes it relax you, if given a chance, it really does just lift you from the stresses of life. The tracks may sound simple and repetitive but they also really are great at capturing and conveying emotions, moods or themes. This really is music to make you think and relax. And if it doesn't do that for you, the very least it offers is some very relaxing background music for you while you're at home.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreaming Out Loud; Brand: OneRepublic; Review: Like many , I've been introduced to these guys through the timbaland collaboration. I'm not a timbaland fan and frankly wish he'd disappear, he seems to crop up everywhere these days. No artist is safe! But, I loved Apologise and decided to give these guys a go when I listened to a few samples of their music. I love it. It's the sort of soft-rock music that Coldplay, Keane, Embrace offer. The lyrics are great, really thoughtful and sincere. The music is great too. They really deliver the goods. I'm glad I gave them a go, this album is worth picking up for Coldplay fans like myself awaiting some new material. If you liked Coldplays x and y then I think you'll like this. The sound of the album reminds me of that album for some reason. Stand outs are the original version of Apologise (though the timbaland mix is tagged on to the end of the album) , All Fall Down, Say (All I Need)- my personal favourite, Stop and Stare, and Goodbye Apathy. Something tells me that these guys will go largely unnoticed which is a shame. I hope they do get out and promote this in Europe, if a lot more people heard what they can do minus timbaland then I think they would be received well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirit; Brand: Leona Lewis; Review: It's amazing how hype can carry someone so far when they have delivered so little. After the massive hype when the album launched, you would think Leona had done the unthinkable for a talent show winner and come up with a distinctive debut that really established them and set them apart from the crowd. Sadly, it's just another classic example of PR and label execs hyping up something not up to scratch. I don't mean to be scathing and I'm not having a go at Leona... She deserved her victory on the X factor.. You can't argue with her voice, it's a mega find. But winning the x factor was really the easy bit and you'd think Simon Cowell would have learned this by now with how many young kid's dreams he's built up, profited from and then shattered. Her 10 months spent away really gave me hope that only the best songs would have been chosen for her to record. I had foolishly believed that the length she had spent making this was a good sign. I was sure nothing bland and derivative would pop up. This album is nothing better than the rubbish Westlife churn out every year in time for Christmas sales. Leona sang other people's songs on the X Factor but made them sound great and her own. Here she's given the sort of pap Westlife call exciting original music in between their covers when their writers "creative spells" dry up. It's bland ballad after bland ballad. This really could have been a Westlife album. On the X factor, she sang songs and really made you feel them. Here she's been given a load of bellow par songs. Honestly, I defy Simon Cowell to argue that any other artist could release any track off this album other than the cracking Bleeding Love and have a hit. The reality is it's not Leona's fault. Her voice is excellent, Simon Cowell has failed her. He didn't find anything exciting other than Bleeding Love that was worth the wait. Honestly, most of the tracks here don't and won't stand up over time. Bleeding Love is an instant classic and has carried Leona this far but what does the next few months hold... I fear a bit of a media backlash because she won't sell much more albums anyway, this has sold over a million to date, the media will have a field day knocking down what they helped to build up only months before, the label will cleverly blame huge album sales for poorly performing singles and Leona's dreams will be slipping fast away. I really can't see her having any other hits off this album. After a while they all start to sound the same, start with a piano refrain and build up to a modern beat that carries them to their conclusion. Take a Bow is an attempt to break this cycle and try modern RnB. Beyonce and co won't be having sleepless nights anyway. It's painfully bad. There's really nothing else that stands out. Whatever it takes is; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: E=MC2; Brand: Mariah Carey; Review: I have to admit I have been a little nervous about what the new album would be like for a while now... I have been preparing myself not to expect another near perfect pop record like MIMI was. Somehow, the same wholly positive vibe that MIMI was preceded by and then greeted with hasn't been generated this time... for many reasons I guess. First the changing of the album release date and delaying the album... December 07 to February O8 then to June/July 08 as "most likely" then to a definite April 08 date, also the name change from Sweet Soul Odyssey to That Chick to E=MC2. So much indecision and delays doesn't really start things off on a great footing plus I haven't been too keen on lead single TOUCH MY BODY and I think it has kept my expectations realistic that topping MIMI is unlikely. But, I, as always, have reserved my judgement until I hear the album in full because one thing's for sure... Mariah rarely wins rave reviews (MIMI was unique in this respect) and usually is given an unnecessarily harsh review by critics who simply don't like her music nor ever will. So, I always listen regardless what the critics say and I have always found stuff I love on all her albums to varying degrees sometimes I love lots (MIMI, BUTTERFLY), sometimes very little (RAINBOW, GLITTER). Largely, I am satisfied that this is a strong album and a worthy follow up to Mimi. You can certainly see the link between it and Mimi. On MIMI, you could sense stronger quality control in relation to what songs made the album and this is evident On E=MC2 too. None of the songs sound rushed or smack of album filler like Mariah occasionally has succumbed to in the past (but hey what artist hasn't?). Mariah delivers single quality tracks all round again this time like on Mimi. I'm glad the same quality control is evident this time out. The songs that made the album were clearly chosen carefully. I'm also glad that Mariah is vocally on form again as she was on MIMI. CHARMBRACELET, GLITTER and RAINBOW really for me personally saw a decline in Mariah's vocal performances.. I felt she was deliberately holding back at times from hitting the high notes on these albums. However, this album is another fine vocal performance like MIMI. The songs themselves are generally good and don't stray too far from the winning formula of Mimi without sounding like a set of blatant rip offs either... First off, the album is crammed full with a lot of great contemporary r&b ballads, soft mid- tempo ballads that follow on in the same vein as WE BELONG TOGETHER and DON'T FORGET ABOUT US. Anyone who liked those tracks or Mariah's JD collaborations generally will certainly be pleased with I Stay In Love- Love Story- Last Kiss- Bye Bye - I Wish You Well- For The Record- Thanx 4 Nothin'. I enjoy these tracks but I am a little disappointed that Mariah has opted for this; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Delta; Brand: Delta Goodrem; Review: So if you're looking at these reviews... you probably have heard Delta's insanely infectious "In This Life" and are probably considering buying her album now that it has been given it's U.S. launch.. Well my advice is to LISTEN TO ALL THE SAMPLES CAREFULLY BEFORE BUYING... If In This Life, Brave Face and Born To Try do it for you with their more organic instrumentation then I would suggest not buying. But if stuff like Possessionless, Bare Hands, Believe Again etc. are your cup of tea with their more popped up/ ready-for-pop-radio blandness then by all means go ahead... you probably will like where Delta is at musically at the moment in her career. What can I say...I guess I am a disillusioned Delta fan. Basically, although this is Delta's first album to be released in the U.S., it really is her third album. I loved her previous two albums - Innocent Eyes (2003): Mistaken Identity (2004) because they were a breath of fresh air compared to most female pop artists ....these albums were crammed full of excellent mostly piano-led ballads/up-tempo tracks, they fitted nicely into the adult-contemporary genre .... They were the perfect antidote to the late nineties/ early noughties slew of endless blonde female singers selling sexed up bubble gum pop but here we are... Delta's third album and she has clearly decided to join singers like Britney and Christina. I don't see why she and her management felt the need for Delta to change her image and music so much on this album. She had plenty of success in the past and this album is not a progression. It's a total regression... it's a step backwards. On her past albums, Delta's music sounded more natural, mature and sophisticated. It wasn't throw away teenage pop but this is. For me, Delta's music was better when the music was more about organic instruments and proper band arrangements and not now with trendy rnb style beats and pop sounds designed to sanitise Delta and to pander for a younger audience who simply have heard this album-filler-quality stuff before and won't buy into it either. The bottom line is this album is a mess... it has the feel of a debut by a young artist not sure where her niche is going to be so she tries so many different styles which is tragic when you consider how cohesive and convincing her previous work was... so good and well received and her niche was as the talented nice young woman who could sing damn good and had great piano pop songs to offer (although I was always unconvinced of her actual talent as a pianist... album sleeve notes often credited other people for playing piano on tracks and anytime I saw her "live" on tv shows, and even on her visualise live tour dvd, she was not playing the piano and mimed badly often) . She tries her hand at so many styles and comes off very unconvincing for me anyway most times on this album. Lead single In This Life is the; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: And Winter Came...; Brand: Enya; Review: Basically, this album is classic enya. Regardless of the themes of Christmas and winter, she hasn't done anything remotely drastic to her sound ... so if you believe enya's music to be too samey and you are hoping for change, this isn't for you. If you are an Enya fan and liked her most recent albums (a day without rain, amarantine) as well as her earlier work, then I think you will like this. The music- instruments and arrangements, vocal layering etc are classic enya... I personally don't find her music too samey and enjoy listening to every album when it comes.. I can see why some people complain she won't change, but I (like many others I suspect) wouldn't want it any other way... it's this sound I want and am buying into, that soothing, relaxing gentle sound... This Christmas / winter album won't disappoint if you accept she isn't straying too much from the enya sound we know and love. I should point out, the album is really a Christmas album, this winter tag is something of a new record industry gimmick I suspect... people don't want to call their albums Christmas albums anymore in case it offends non-christians or restricts the market for the album too much I guess.. This album is laden with Christian refernces to the nativity story of the birth of jesus, so if that is likely to offend , disinterest you, this won't be for you. As a Christian, this is exactly what I want, meaningful Christmas music. Winter is a theme that does run through the album but the album really is a Christmas album... because most of the tracks reference Christmas more. Still, there are a few tracks (slightly less than half ) that could be listened to throughout the year. My faves: I love the instrumental And Winter Came, the dark but uptempo Trains and Winter Rains, the soothing Last Time By Moonlight, and the reflective and gentle The Spirit of Christmas Past and My My Time Flies is terrific... really catchy and a change on sound for enya, more pop sounding. Also, White is the Winter Night is the catchiest song on the album... I agree with many others... this would have been the best choice for single and it would be much more radio friendly too. Also, I've heard many criticise this as a commercial and cynical album... the idea and the label pushing for a full Christmas album from enya would indeed suggest to many that yes this is this case (don't forget we've had 2006's Amarantine Christmas re-release edition and last years Christmas secrets ep.) but, enya has avoided the pitfalls of simply cashing in with a Christmas album... she has stayed true to her sound and self... the songs all maintain her deeply reflective and spiritual tones of past work... nothing vacuous here. Finally, enjoy if you buy. And thank you enya for a perfect chrsitmas album to relax to... Just as no one else can sound like enya generally, her Christmas album is a unique gem; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mariah Carey,Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel,Def Jam,5819410,R&B,2 CD,Deluxe ed.,Pop,Pop/Rock Music,Urban,Recorded Music - Soul and R & B,Rock & Pop; Brand: Mariah Carey; Review: Firstly, vocally Mariah is definitely on form this time out... I don't care what some people say... Mariah is singing the songs this time out, NOT whispering them like she did around Glitter/ Charmbracelet... sure in some songs, she starts out soft but she builds to a strong finish every time and is not holding back at all.. you don't sense a weakness in her voice that you did around Glitter/ Charmbracelet or that she is ever holding back... she still has it, she just knows not to oversing from beginning to end every time because then her vocal strength loses impact/ effect. Vocally, Mariah delivers as good as she did on 2005's mimi. Musically, this album definitely is very cohesive and you can sense a tight, fully rounded collection of songs... It is certainly reminiscent of 1997's "Butterfly" in this regard.... I think it was a good idea that she stuck with The Dream and Tricky only for this album.... The songs definitely flow and nothing sticks out like a sore thumb.. sometimes, Mariah's leanings towards hip hop tracks really jars an albums flow for me anyway... this album is very much a soothing, smooth rnb album about losing loving and finding it again. It really doesn't venture into hip-hop much which I am thrilled about... since rainbow in 1999, every Mariah album has featured lots of collaborations with rappers... and often, these rappers over ran her tracks... this was something I always thought was a flaw with her albums...I'm not a rap fan but don't mind if a rapper raps a little in the middle of a song as a guest, but they do get tedious talking about their "cash, cars blah blah" and really I have found them to detract from Mariah's songs generally. So, gladly there are no collaborations this time out... Mariah is really given her fans what they really want, pure uninterrupted Mariah.. This was a brave move for Mariah, I know she had Gucci mane on the remix to obsessed but it's great for once to listen to a Mariah album without any other artist/ rapper dominating her song with adlibs all over it from start to finish. My favourite tracks so far: I want to know what love is: I have been dying to get my mits on this song.... It is a great choice for second single.. its so soothing at the start yet so powerful by the time it ends with the gospel choir. My one complaint is that it seems a little short... this version is perfect for radio but I had hoped that the album version would be a little more epic, the end seems rushed and it seems to fade out very early after the choir joins to back Mariah. Still, Mariah knows that to get radio airplay, it needs to be short and snappy... this is one of Mariah's best covers I believe. Her best since Without You for me. Betcha goin' know: a solid start to the album, you get the sense straight away that this album; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Echo; Brand: Leona Lewis; Review: Okay, i like Leona Lewis.... i think she is a genuine, grounded young lady who deserves to be successful ... no one can take away from her that she has an amazing voice.... But, i've listened to the album and given it a go... and im afraid the majority of this won't be hanging around too long on my ipod.... it's just as generic and safe/ bland an album as her debut... i suppose you can't blame her and simon cowell.... Spirit sold a truck load but really it was Bleeding Love that carried that and the amazing Run last Winter pushed the album back into the charts again.. Leona will have to do much better if she hopes for longevity though.... people are bound to be getting bored.... she won't be able to trade on the hype/ success of bleeding love for too much longer with material like this. Happy is a Bleeding Love knock off no doubt but it's so boring to listen to a carbon copy of a song you love... it is not a classic... tracks like outta my head don't do her any favours either... i mean it sounds like the rubbish you'd see on the Eurovision.. The only track i like alot is the cover of Stop Crying Your Heart Out... i had hoped it would be like Run... organic instruments, showcasing the vulnerablity she can display in her voice before building to a rousing finish... this is the quality of song she deserves to work with... not hip producers giving her any old dross to fill her album with... This will surely be a single, but when it is picked, it will only highlight how obviously her original material isn't up to much when she has to plum for a cover to promote her album.... so much of this is light, throw away rnb like Spirit.... Don't let me down, I Got You, My hands.... it could be anyone singing these bland songs.... The majority of this album is as bad as Spirit... so i guess that is the barometer for whether you will like this.... if you liked spirit as an album, then this is more of the same for u, but if you felt disappointed with it, avoid this.... download Stop Crying... and forget the rest of this. I was looking forward to this album so much after Run,I thought she had changed direction, Leona said this album would be different , more organic live instruments.... But this is more of the smae stuff that padded out the weak Spirit album.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Melody Gardot Worrisome Heart; Brand: Melody Gardot; Review: I discovered Melody earlier this year with her track "Baby I'm a fool" from her 2nd album "My One And Only Thrill".... I loved that album so much that I had to buy this one too, this is her debut. And it is a confident and convincing jazz debut I must say. I'm not a major jazz fan but this girl has captured my attention. She is more convincing than say Norah Jones at jazz for me and she is not as showy and glossy as say Michael Buble who I have to say I have sadly tired of... can't get into his new album much at all. Melody has a really soulful voice and it is clear this style of music is perfect for her... she evokes a smoky jazz club feel on this album and her 2nd one too. It's so soulful and sincere... it's not about over-complex arrangements, it's about her selling the lyrics to you ... she sings it like she means it... really effective. Maybe, too laid back and slow for some people's tastes.... She never goes for big band style numbers... yet for me, her arrangements are simple yet beautiful. This is why I kinda lost interest in Buble... it's all a little too showy now... this lady just sings her heart out without any major bells and whistles. The album is full of laid back tracks that you can just lay back and relax too... not an album that you are going to get ready for a night out to but... just because it lacks up-tempo numbers doesn't mean it is really lacking at all... an album for a quiet night in or contemplative moods. Personal faves of mine: the beautiful Love Me Like A River Does, the lilting Sweet Memory , the soulful Worrisome Heart and the charming goodnite.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My One And Only Thrill; Brand: Melody Gardot; Review: I first discovered Melody with this album and the lead track Baby I'm A fool earlier this year... "Baby..." is such a great track and a very good representation of the album. It all sounds so soulful and sincere... nowadays, there is a real trend to try to be retro and recreate old styles of music, it would be easy to dismiss Melody as just another bandwagon-hopper trying to sound like an old style jazz singer... but Melody is so convincing.. this music is perfect for her and her voice is lovely to listen to... She hasn't gone the big band route or an album of standards, mostly it's her own work and this album is a great collection of soulful and soothing numbers. Her music is never overly complex or showy... it's her voice and her thoughtful lyrics that carry her work not big fancy arrangements. There is something understated yet beautiful about Melody's work here and on her debut. I think this album is a definite progression from her last... her songwriting definitely is improving ... the songs feel more fleshed out this time and are not as short or fleeting as on her debut ... you can sense real progress here. I love the catchy Who Will Comfort Me, the jaunty If The Stars Were Mine (particularly the version without orchestration), and the many soulful ballads like Your Heart Is As Black As Night, Our Love Is Easy, Lover Undercover, The Rain and My One And Only Thrill.... Mostly, the album is ballad-centred.... But if this is your cup of tea, then you will love this album, great to just chill out to and think.... A very introspective style of album and definitely one for those moods. Now, I'm sure some will find this too boring, too samey maybe... but I think you are missing the point if you do... if you are looking for something uplifting, up tempo... then this album certainly isn't for you... the only party this will start is a subdued style dinner party... not a wild night out. And that is no crime, its nice to have some music to just chill to and relax to at times when the mood takes you... I for one am sold, and will definitely be picking up Melody's future releases if this work is anything to go by. Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Absence; Brand: Melody Gardot; Review: I have to admit i approached this one with caution, Like many i discovered Melody in 2009 with Baby Im A Fool and took the plunge with the album "My One And Only Thrill".. I'm not a jazz fan per se so that album took me a while to get into and really appreciate but after a couple of months, i really came to love that album and found lots to enjoy on her debut "Worrisome Heart" too.. When I heard she was taking in lots of world music influences, saw the cover and heard Mira and saw all the foreign language titles in the tracklist, I kinda thought maybe i should pass on this one... Im glad I decided to give it a go... I downloaded it and my immediate reaction was maybe this isn't for me, it is quite removed from the orchestral-led music of her last album... But i persevered and gave it a couple of days to really appreciate it and I have to say I'm really enjoying what Melody has brought to the table this time I was sceptical about her tampering with her sound after the breakout success of her last album, i kinda felt it was too soon but now i can see where she was coming from... this is authentic music, heartfelt and sincere, raw and beautiful ... there are many splashes of world music influences throughout yet it still feels like Melody of old... the music may be critiqued for being all very mellow and slow in tempo, but it works, she makes you feel every word in the lyrics... the songs don't drift over you as bland , you really feel like you are being carried away to exotic places and yet still you feel the sincerity and heartfelt emotion in her lyrics... I think Melody has really done a fine job here and this, like her last album, is gonna be one im gonna listen to for a long time to come i can feel already Personal faves are the lively and lilting Imenja , the beautiful Amalia and the heartfelt So We Meet Again My Heartache... If you have enjoyed Melody's work to date, Dont be put off by the idea of all sorts of world music influences or some foreign language lyrics, Melody has stayed true to herself and you know every word comes from the heart and the music itself is soothing and relaxing like the albums before but in a slightly different way... yes , there is a different feel to the music than straight up jazz but it works, and it works well Also, Many people say track 3 is ruined by the clicking noise that seems out of sync with the rest of the music, I personally don't find it so... yes it seems a little quirky on first listen but it still is a beautiful song that can be enjoyed regardless Also, i downloaded the album and there is no time gap of 14 minutes on my version between track 11 and 12... I; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: Golden Chain Tower Motor Inn; City: Mount Gambier South Australia; Review: A little out of town but a nice comfortable motel. All units are ground floor and some have been recently upgraded. We chose an upgraded Superior Queen room which was very tastefully decorated. Beds were extremely comfortable and plenty of blankets etc. The only downside was that there was not a toaster or microwave in the room and when queried we were told it was against the law to provide these, even though some of their units with kitchenettes had them. We queried the difference in the rooms at time of booking and were told the only difference in them was the size of the beds??? This was disappointing as we would have paid extra for those facilities. Maybe the booking staff need more training in this area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: River Country Inn; City: Moama New South Wales; Review: Large clean rooms opening out onto gardens and pool area. Big community kitchen in grounds with BBq's and all utensils provided.The air conditioner was less than efficient, as it kept going to defrost, but it was very cold outside. TV aerial needed constant adjustment. Beds were comfortable. Wifi was hit and miss and very slow. Just across the road from a large Woolworths supermarket and small shopping centre and service station but a little out of town.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kar Rama Motor Inn; City: Mildura Victoria; Review: This motel is old and bathroom really needed a good clean, particularly behind toilet. The room was comfortable but could do with updating. It was very close to all facilities. A reasonable budget motel though; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lazy River Motor Inn; City: Swan Hill Victoria; Review: On the edge of town, so unless you are reasonably fit, I wouldn't like to walk it and there were no really close shops. The room was reasonably comfortable and spacious and had all facilities needed. The free wifi was hit and miss.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Downtown Motel; City: Warrnambool Victoria; Review: A dated motel although rooms are in process of being renovated. Room we had was large and roomy with microwave, toaster and kettle. Room was clean and comfortable and serviced daily. Close to main street and restaurants.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat; City: Ballarat Victoria; Review: The rooms were average size but clean and comfortable. There was no microwave in the room, but there was a toaster and kettle. Beds were very warm and comfortable which was good in the very cold weather we experienced. Although on a main road, we did not notice any road noise at night. A reasonable distance from the town but a small shopping centre next door with numerous take-away options.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Triangle Bulbs Cool White LED Waterproof Flexible Strip Light, T93007-1 (1 pack) - 25 watt, 300"3528 SMD", 12; Brand: Triangle Bulbs; Review: Great lights!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novalinea - 23.5" Linear Shower Drain with Tile Insert Grate, 2" Center Outlet, 304 Stainless Steel; Brand: NovaLinea; Review: Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mini LED Controller Dimmer with RF Wireless Remote Control DC 5~24V 12A by KIKI MALL; Brand: kiki mall; Review: Love it, great to have a remote!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Franklin Brass P29519K-904-B Heirloom Silver 3-Inch Pierce Kitchen or Furniture Cabinet Hardware Drawer Handle Pull, 10 pack; Brand: Franklin Brass; Review: Very nice and look great. Great price!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cosmas 4391SN Satin Nickel Modern Cabinet Hardware Knob - 1-1/4" Inch Square; Brand: Cosmas; Review: These look great, price was great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Ocean 59” Aluminum SPA8659 Thermostatic Shower Panel Tower with Rainfall Shower Head, 3 Body; Brand: Ocean; Review: Have not installed it yet, but it look great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Twigz Free Standing Toilet Paper Holder – Spare Roll Storage for Bathroom, Pearl Champagne; Brand: InterDesign; Review: Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
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Title: Polk Audio DB1001 1-Inch Silk/Polymer Composite Dome Tweeters (Pair, Black); Brand: Polk Audio; Review: Mounted the DB1001 tweeters on the electronics box (T-top) on my boat. Great improvement in sound both mid range and highs. Hooked up to a Sony receiver and paired with a set of 6 1/2" Infinity Marine speakers. No amp but the combo puts out solid sound. Easy to mount (I opted for surface mount but came with needed plates for flush also) and included the crossovers. Great bargain at $59.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Infinity 529I 165W (Peak) 5-1/4 -Inch Two-Way Speakers (Pair); Brand: Infinity; Review: Used a bracket to install these in the lower dash on my 1998 Wrangler. Paired with 6.5" Infinitys and a powered sub the system sounds great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Infinity 629I 225W (Peak) Two-Way Speakers (Pair)- 6-1/2 x 6-3/4 -Inch; Brand: Yoyamo; Review: Paired these with 5.25 Kappas in my '98 Wranger (took some modifications both dash and overhead). Sounds great matched with a powered sub in the back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woods 32555WD Weatherproof Outdoor Wireless Remote One Outlet, 100 ft Control Range, 1 Pack, Black; Brand: Woods; Review: Stumbled on this and now use it to turn on and off outdoor lighting while inside the house. Guests think it is pretty cool as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MaximalPower Reflective Fiber Optic Blinking Red LED Roadside Safety Strip w/ Clip for Belt, Backpack, Bag; Brand: MaximalPower; Review: Bought this for my girlfriend to use when walking the dog in the dark. Works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Energizer Clip Book Light for Reading, LED Reading Light for Books and Kindles, 25 Hour Run Time (Batteries Included); Brand: Energizer; Review: Had to return the first one (switch was broken). Second one is not much better (again issues with the switch). Good when it works but cheaply made.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: JBL Micro Wireless Ultra-Portable Speaker, Black; Brand: JBL; Review: Great sound from a compact speaker. Easily to connect bluetooth (I have linked to both my Samsung S5 phone and Samsung Tab3 Lite tablet).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blaupunkt Blue Magic QL 690 - 6x9-Inch 300-Watt 4-Way Speaker System (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Blaupunkt; Review: Sound good. I prefer the sound of Infinity Kappas and Pold DBs but those didn't fit my truck. For reference these do fit a 2011 Ram 1500 Laramie (rear door) with a little modification to the screw holes where they mount).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Azio Vision Backlit USB Keyboard with Large Print keys and 5 Interchangeable Backlight Colors (KB506) - Wired; Brand: Azio; Review: Looks great and the backlit keyboard is very handy. However the typing just feels awkward. I've gotten somewhat used to it... but still not like my logitech keyboard. Not sure if it's the lower profile keys or what but the typing is just more difficult than other keyboards I've had.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Tramontina 80110/056DS Gourmet Ceramica Deluxe Aluminum Fry Pan, PFOA- PTFE- Lead and Cadmium-Free Ceramic Exterior & Interior, 8-inch, Metallic; Brand: Tramontina; Review: I love the cookware. It evenly heats at a low temperature and nothing sticks. Disappointed of the outside layer cause it scratches and nicks easily.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BUNN NHS Velocity Brew 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer; Brand: BUNN; Review: I have always loved the on demand coffee brew Bunn gives that I bought this product for my daughter so she can throw away the slow Hamilton Beach she used. I will always recommend a Bunn; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge GC10 Tempered Glass Lid, 10.25-inch; Brand: Lodge; Review: I purchased quite a few Lodge products and am satisfied in the quality and weight of the iron. It evenly heats and now I can fry an egg the way my grandma used to. Love the memories this product gives me. Fits perfectly on my cast iron skillet; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge 12 Inch Cast Iron Skillet. Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet with Red Silicone Hot Handle Holder.; Brand: Lodge; Review: I purchased quite a few Lodge products and am satisfied in the quality and weight of the iron. It evenly heats and now I can fry an egg the way my grandma used to. Love the memories this product gives me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MdSiY Yeti Handle 30 oz with Splash Free Tumbler Lid - Fits Yeti Coffee Travel Mug Rambler, Ozark; Brand: MdSiY; Review: Love this product now my Tumbler won't slip out of my hands. And my drink doesnt slosh out of a hole.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 600 Thread Count 100% Long Staple Cotton Sheet Set, Soft & Silky Sateen Weave, Full Bed Sheets, Elastic Deep; Brand: Callista; Review: I bought this as a gift to my daughter and she enjoys the softness of the sheets. She didn't want to get out of bed because of the comfort of the material. She likes lighter colors and green is her favorite color.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Augustine a Luxury Collection Hotel Prague; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: I went here for a massage treatment as their Spa is rated as one of the best in Prague according to tripadvisor. And yes,....it is great indeed. It is not cheap, about € 100,- for an hour, but the staff, the facilities and the treatment were so good that it was worth it. Unfortunately the lady at the front office was much less friendly as her male colleagues at the Spa ( Tip for the management: Mahmoud at the Spa welcome desk is a treasure for your company ! ). When I wanted to pay, the creditcardmachine in the Spa did not work so I had to pay at the reception of the hotel. There the lady at the reception was being rather nasty to her spa colleague and made him go back to the Spa to look for my invoice before she wanted to accept my creditcard. While waiting on all this, I asked for the wifi code of the hotel so I could do some things on my phone inbetween. The lady said that wifi was only free for the guests. I said that I was just about to pay 2700.- crownes for a massage, so this made me also a guest,...-;). She refused and advised me to go to the bar and ask the bartender for a free wifi ticket. This hotel is part of the network of Leading Hotels of the World,......well....there is some work to do on educating staff here. Secondly is incredible that every Starbucks around the corner offers free wifi and in this 5 star deluxe property they want to make you pay for Wifi ?! I was in tne Four Seasons the day before and the customer service there is really of a different level. I would like to emphasize that my comments concern the rather uninterested and unwilling front office staff. The Spa staff could not have been friendlier and are great.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alcron Hotel Prague; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: I have stayed 3 nights in this hotel for a weekend in Prague. The location is good, because it is just a little bit outside of the tourist crowds but in walking distance to it all. The hotel is not very new and it shows a bit in some details, but this did not influence my good experience. We had a superior room which is just good enough, I do not need anything more than this. Spacious with everything you need. The staff at the reception is very helpfull and the concierge was very efficient in booking tickets for the opera. The only thing that I found strange is that each night when we came back to the hotel ( and yes, this was far after midnight, but still then....) there was nobody behind the reception and we did not see any staff. In terms of security this left a bit of a strange impression. Furthermore I could recommend this hotel to anyone. My only suggestion would be that the times for breakfast in the weekend are a bit short ( 10.30). The transport service the hotel is providing to the airport is inexpensive and high quality. Always pre book this and and avoid regular cabs. Friendly staff overall ! Thank you for a great stay !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: I have stayed in Axel many times and when they opened up years ago it was really the place to be those days with a lot of cheeky details. After not having been there for the last 4 years I stayed here again for 3 nights this week and we were slightly disappointed. The location is still great of course and the rooftop terrace remains a big plus. The rooms however start getting outdated ( we had a superior room but especially the bathroom was very small, shower in the bath etc and the amenities were not filled up after cleaning ) and look a bit average. Especially given the fact that the rates of the hotel are very steep. No problem with that, but then you should deliver on service and product. Our disappointment however was more in the attentiveness of the staff. The receptionist at check in was really friendly but the reception seemed understaffed because there was quite a line of people waiting. The lady working at nightshift did not even talk to us once and especially the staff at the rooftop terrace and bar was pretty grumpy and not doing anything to deliver any kind of experience.to the people having ( very expensive !) drinks there. They can do so much better on this fabulous spot. No coffee and no fingerfood served on the rooftop either which is a shame. Not sure if we will come back if we are in Barcelona next time. I hope this review if helpfull for the management to do something about the product and the service and make sure this potentially very nice hotel gets back on track soon.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Munich Bayerpost; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: I stayed here again since a long time last weekend. The location is still perfect obviously ( next to the main trainstation, so also very concenient to go by train to the aiport in 45 minutes; just as fast as by taxi ). I was so lucky to be upgraded to a duplex suite; 2 floors with an amazing glass wall over the entire height of the suite; I guess it must be six meters height. As we had a very sunny weekend, the effect of all this light in your room is awesome. The suite is very well equipped with all facilities you could wish for. I actually had for the first time in my life a kind of private gym in my room; a running machine, a bosu fitness ball, a yoga mat and a set of dumbells ! Next to all the great thing the hotel has to offer, two things stand out for me; breakfast in German hotels is generally much better as in other countries, but in the Sofitell it really is a class of its own. I have nothing to add to that. You actually have to be carefull not to overeat. As I am not an early riser, it is also great that they serve it till noon in the weekends. The cherry on the cake - after breakfast - is the SPA. I have not often seen such a huge and beautifull SPA in a hotel. Ofen it is called SPA, but it turns out to be either smallish or old fashioned, but this SPA is very large, well equipped and really up to date as look & feel is concerned. So, next time I am in Munich I will definitely go back here and I would recommend to consider to pay the extra for the duplex suite and really spoil yourself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Djambo; City: Kralendijk Bonaire; Review: We stayed here for a week and bottomline we were satisfied with the accomodation. In other reviews some people say that the location is not very scenic being located in an industrial zone or being too far away from the centre. We found this to be nonsense. It is only a 5 minutes walk to the boulevard and you do not see anything from the surroundings when you are inside Djambo and in return it has a nice kind of garden with a pool and the appartments surrounding it. So far so good. Other pluspoints are the friendly owners who live on both sides of the entrance ( but do not expect a B&B kind of attention of the hosts, but this was fine for us though as we value our privacy ), the facilities they offer when you have a late flight ( you can use a bathroom and change after a day at the beach ) and the fact that it is very fairly priced for the accomodation you get. It is definitely large enough for a couple with a good bedroom, a smallish bathroom and a spacious outdoor kitchen and porch. The beds are large and with a nice soft top matras and - not to be underestimated - a very good functioning airconditioning. Points for further improvement ? Well,...we found the two smallish blankets for 1 double bed really annoying. It is almost impossible to layagainst each other in bed with 2 separate sheets. We have been asking for 1 large sheet but strangely enough this was unavailable. Why not have some sheets that actually fit a double bed in stock, that is a very small investment ?! Furthermore the interior of the appartments is pretty much IKEA. Nothing wrong with that, but a bit more style would have been nice. But then again; it was not that expensive either. Lastly, we asked one of the owners if they could reserve a kayak tour for us. We were told that it was fully booked but we were able to book some places ourselves shortly afterwards. This might have been a coincidence ofcourse, but you would expect that they would go this extra mile for you though in such a small and personal accomodation. During the second half of our stay a fairly loud family with two children moved in to the appartment close to ours, where as the first half of our stay there were only couples and it nicely calm. Of course the owners can not help it either, but it does give a different ambiance as you suddenly notice that the appartments are very close to each other and you hear everything that is said on the porch next to you, especially if the children are loud. All in all we would surely recommend Djambo.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Explorer House Bed Breakfast; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: Awesome B&B on a short walking distance of main street aniagra on the Lake. Beautifull rooms, great facilities ( next to your private balcony also use of the garden and the whirlpool there ), tastefully decorated spacious rooms, lovely hosts and the best breakfast I have had in Canada.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Ottawa; City: Ottawa Ontario; Review: The Novotel Ottawa is a great place for a short break to Ottawa. It is right in the heart of the city, only a 5m walk to Parliament Hill and Bymarket. It has its own parking and a lovely bar with an outside terrace. We had a very nice room that has just been renovated and it offered all we needed. There is also a very nice just renovated gym.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Suites Whitney Manor; City: Kingston Ontario; Review: Great location just between Kingston (10m by car ) and Gananoque (15m by car ). Very spacious suites. Great value for money. Suites include private patio in the beautifull garden. It is self catering and no staff on the premises. No problem to us, but just good to know.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garni Raetia; City: Corvara in Badia Province of South Tyrol Trentino Alto Adige; Review: A very friendly family hotel in the centre of Corvaria. The accomodation and the rooms are fairly basic, ( which we were aware of ) but it is clean and it does the job. The family that owns the place is extremely friendly, which over-compensates the basic rooms. Diego is an amazingly friendly host and gave us a great suggestion for dinner. We stayed for 1 night and paid € 159,- which is quite a bit for what you get. On the other hand, it was peak season, so value for money might be better of season. We would definitely recommend the place if you are looking for a basic, yet very honest, friendly, clean and well located hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Plantronics S12 Corded Telephone Headset System 64703-03; Brand: Plantronics; Review: Works good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RAVPower AC Portable Charger 20100mAh 65W Built-in AC Outlet Universal Power Bank - White; Brand: RAVPower; Review: Works great!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belkin AV22306-06 HDMI Audio Video Cable, Supports 1080P/HDMI 1.4, 6 Feet; Brand: Belkin; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon PowerShot SX160 Digital Camera Case Point & Shoot Digital Camera Case, Black / Grey - Replacement; Brand: Synergy Digital; Review: Works good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Extreme 32 GB SDHC Class 10 UHS-1 Flash Memory Card 45MB/s (SDSDX-032G-X46); Brand: SanDisk; Review: Works good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon PowerShot SX160 IS 16.0 MP Digital Camera with 16x Wide-Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3.0-Inch LCD (Red); Brand: Canon; Review: Works good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sharp LC-80LE757 80-inch Aquos Quattron 1080p 240Hz Smart LED 3D HDTV; Brand: Sharp; Review: Works great. Great picture!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple TV MD199LL/A; Brand: Apple; Review: Works great! The airplay feature is the best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belkin AV20000-06 PureAV Digital Optical TosLink Cable (6 feet); Brand: Belkin; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS Receiver and Sports Watch (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Garmin; Review: Works good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HDTV Antenna Mount - 30in; Brand: Antennas Direct; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorola Signal Booster BDA-S1 1-Port Cable Modem TV HDTV Amplifier; Brand: Motorola; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crucial CT25664BA1339 2GB 240-PIN PC3-10600 DIMM DDR3 Memory Module; Brand: Crucial; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crucial 2GB Single DDR3/DDR3L 1600 MT/S (PC3-12800) Unbuffered SODIMM 204-Pin Memory - CT25664BF160B; Brand: Crucial; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: True Depth 3D Glasses for Sharp 3D TVs 2 Pairs (Supports Infrared and Bluetooth - Compatible with 2010, 2011,; Brand: True Depth 3D; Review: Works great; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antennas direct, inc 4 Element Bowtie Indoor/Outdoor HDTV Antenna - 60 Mile Range - DB4e; Brand: Antennas Direct; Review: Works great, able to pick up channels from two different directions (both about 50 miles away, Detroit and Flint).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (OLD MODEL) Crucial BX100 1TB SATA 2.5” 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal Solid State Drive - CT1000BX100SSD1; Brand: Crucial; Review: Works great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belkin AV20100-03 3 feet PureAV Digital Coaxial Audio Cable; Brand: Belkin; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster ULT V800 CV-8 Ultra 800 Component Video Cables (8 feet) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Monster; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Griffin iTrip FM Transmitter and Auto Charger for Sansa; Brand: Griffin Technology; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C2G/Cables to Go 40429 TOSLINK to RCA Digital Audio Bi-Directional Converter; Brand: C2G/ Cables To Go; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Olympus TG-610 Tough 14 MP Digital Camera , 5x Wide Optical Zoom (28mm), 3" 920K LCD (Silver) (Old Model); Brand: Olympus; Review: Works good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sharp LC40LE835U Quattron 40-inch 1080p 240 Hz 3D LED-LCD HDTV, Black; Brand: Sharp; Review: Great picture; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4Gb (2X2Gb) Memory Ram Compatible With Dell Inspiron 15 (1501) Notebook Ddr2 By CMS (A39); Brand: Computer Memory Solutions; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Keurig My K-Cup Replacement Coffee Filter Set fits B30 B40 B50 B60 B70 series; Brand: Generic; Review: I like the convenience of the K-cup, but worry about the plastic waste. This gadget allows me to use my usual ground coffee and make it strong the way I like it.; 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: I would give this ZERO stars if this was an option. After less than 4 months use, one side completely quite working.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Highwave MoJOEmo; Brand: Highwave; Review: I purchased this because I wanted a BIG leak proof mug. Well this is definitely leak proof and big. Unfortunately, the shape makes it difficult to drink from. I keep thinking it is empty, only to find later that there is still a lot of coffee in the bottom. It does NOT keep my coffee hot. I'm afraid it has gone to the back of my kitchen cabinet and will not be seeing much use.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Highwave MJ2260 moJOEmo Vacuum Stainless Steel Travel Mug, Grey; Brand: Highwave; Review: I purchased this because I wanted a BIG leak proof mug. Well this is definitely leak proof and big. Unfortunately, the shape makes it difficult to drink from. I keep thinking it is empty, only to find later that there is still a lot of coffee in the bottom. It does NOT keep my coffee hot. I'm afraid it has gone to the back of my kitchen cabinet and will not be seeing much use.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Royal Hotel BAMBOO Duvet Cover 100% BAMBOO Viscose Comforter Cover - Duvet Cover Set with Corner Ties and Button; Brand: Royal Hotel; Review: I followed the manufacturer's directions and did not have problems with wrinkles. The duvet cover is very soft. There is a slight sheen, but I like that. The color is beautiful. Would order again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unique Loom Del Mar Collection Contemporary Transitional Beige Area Rug (3' x 5'); Brand: Unique Loom; Review: These are soft and beautiful. I think they are a great bargain. Would buy again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Non-slip Silicone Pastry Mat Extra Large with Measurements 28''By 20'' for Silicone Baking Mat, Counter; Brand: Folksy Super Kitchen; Review: Perfect size. Easy to store, and dough does not stick to it. This is a great and convenient tool to have for bakers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Alchemist; Author: Visit Amazon's Paulo Coelho Page; Review: Everything we need his hidden in the depths of our inner mansion...brilliantly written with such thirst for the offering each of us must give is our soul in this world but not of it for what other reason are we here but to fulfill our Personal Legend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gurus, the Young Man, and Elder Paisios; Author: Visit Amazon's Dionysios Farasiotis Page; Review: this is a breathtaking story and loving story of a journey of finding one's identity and searching for truth. I can relate to it on so many levels and the writing was so vivid and visual that it can give one revelation d and answers .I highly highly recommend it for people who are searching for identity in spiritual truth and you can time travel with this person who wrote the book took the journey there is sooo much inside this book journey!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Child Star: An Autobiography; Author: Shirley Temple Black; Review: Though I love this book and the dearest Shirley Temple... A hero of mine... The seller stood this was new, but it has writing in it and the corners are a bit torn; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: This Time Together: Laughter and Reflection; Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Burnett Page; Review: Very good read. My mother is enjoying it is bringing back smiling memories for her. That makes me happy. I hope to read it after she does!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chronicles, Vol. 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Dylan Page; Review: Very awesome read. Bob Dylan is epic and it is nice to know more about him! Must read! Love! Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Legends: The Life of Shirley Temple; Author: Visit Amazon's Charles River Editors Page; Review: I thought this book was new. It is not. It is used and has writing in it. Corners are torn.i plan on returning it; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Large Print Word-Finds Puzzle Book-Word Search Volume 258; Author: Kappa Books Publishers; Review: My mothers does 3 of these a day. Very good for the Mind. She loves them!! That makes makes me happy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lessons in Becoming Myself; Author: Visit Amazon's Ellen Burstyn Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book very much and it was nice that Ellen shared so lovingly. I highly recommend this book to read. It has great insight and truth!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing; Author: Visit Amazon's Po Bronson Page; Review: Po Bronson's previous book has been instrumental in causing teachers and coaches (and, I hope, parents) to rethink the nature of talent and innate abilities as the best predictors for future success and/or proficiency in an activity. In a time when human beings are taking less and less responsibility for their actions and choices (please read into this the hottest of political topics!) by relegating all of them to the fate of genetics, Mr. Bronson and Mrs. Merryman show that the complex interplay of our choices along with our genetic make-up is hardly immutable. (On a side note...Would like to see less and less of the evolutionary speculation in books like this. Some credibility is lost and an unnecessary worldview is presented for a book of this nature.) Still, this book is an invaluable resource for those interested in the nature of motivation and the product of our choices.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nazi Seizure of Power: The Experience of a Single German Town, 1922-1945, Revised Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's William Sheridan Allen Page; Review: It could never happen here. No, we have learned our lessons from the past. Think so? Read this and see how the most sinister horrors came to pass with the silent approval of on town...and for a time, the world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FIGHT: Are You Willing to Pick a Fight with Evil? - Workbook (God's man); Author: Kenny Luck; Review: The series is clear, example filled and scripture cited. Must read to help develop and reinforce God's courage in you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Word versus Deed: Resetting the Scales to a Biblical Balance; Author: Duane Litfin; Review: Great reference to scripture even if the book is "logical overkill". Not that I am complaining...the author is very careful to identify his terms and then support it with scripture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jesus Code; Author: Visit Amazon's O. S. Hawkins Page; Review: Gave to a dear friend who is seeking Jesus. She will understand better than I can explain with this one; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The James Code: 52 Scripture Principles for Putting Your Faith into Action; Author: Visit Amazon's O.S. Hawkins Page; Review: Simple. Straight forward and fast turn around. Thank you and Merry Christmas!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Understanding the Faith: A Survey of Christian Apologetics (Understanding the Times); Author: Dr. Jeff Myers; Review: Must-read for the layperson. Thank you, Summit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Understanding the Culture: A Survey of Social Engagement; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Jeff Myers Page; Review: GREAT series. Clear explanations. Thank you, Summit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Understanding the Times: A Survey of Competing Worldviews; Author: Dr. Jeff Myers; Review: Great, great series. Powerful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic Kids Everything Rocks and Minerals: Dazzling gems of photos and info that will rock your world; Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Tomecek Page; Review: Kids are loving the rocks and rockin' the love for their daddy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Bugopedia: The Most Complete Bug Reference Ever (National Geographic Kids); Author: Darlyne Murawski; Review: Fast! My kids LOVE it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Futura Hotel; City: Maleme Chania Prefecture Crete; Review: Futura Hotel provides its guests with the opportunity to create a holiday they will never forget. The staff is friendly and eager to make you feel at ease and at home and simultaneously know enough about the island to suggest other places to visit. The location of the hotel is ideal for both relaxation and fun. A beach and pool are at your feet and if you chose to rent a car or take use public transport other beaches and beautiful sites are easily and quickly accessible. What I personally enjoyed the most was the company of Jonathan and Nicholas at the bar. After long days at the beach and strolls in the graphic old port of Chania my friends and I would return to the hotel and enjoy freshly squeezed juices and cocktails at the hotel. Futura hotel undeniably offered me a holiday I will never forget. I cannot wait to come back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Avaton; City: Ligourio Epidavros Argolis Region Peloponnese; Review: I recommend Hotel Avaton to anyone who wants to stay in a calm and well kept environment while also being close to many touristic attractions. The family run hotel guarantees relaxation and an authentic Greek atmosphere. Besides from tourists who have come to visit the nearby sites (in Nafplio and Epidavros), Avaton is frequented by established actors, who perform classic theater in the nearby Epidavros Theater (which is located at about 20 minutes walking distance from it). Focusing on the theatrical tradition of the area, the hotel has cultivated an artistic client base - my experience of this was witnessing a drama school class, performing acting exercises on the grass next to the hotel's reception area. Having spent a great 4 days there, I leave with the fondest of memories and cannot wait to return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Sand Boutique Hotel Suites; City: Folegandros Cyclades South Aegean; Review: This hotel is new, clean, modern, well run and magically located on a spectacular beach - within walking distance of little boats that can take u all over the island. The rooms are spacious and the breakfast and drinks are GREAT! If you are not desperate to stay in the chora, this place is ideal! Very nice!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kifines Suites; City: Chora Folegandros Cyclades South Aegean; Review: Nearly a year has passed since i went to Folegandros with my boyfriend and i am still thinking about the gorgeous time i spent at this super hotel. I recommend it without any hesitation. We stayed at the room which is built around a rock - it was gorgeous, relaxing, had an amazing view, was spacious and came with a great breakfast selection served in the privacy of your personal veranda and pool. Great job, a little jewell!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Windmill Kimolos; City: Kimolos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: The location and general decor of the hotel are ideal. Dramatic views, good style, clean and nice breakfast and drink options. It brings a lot of the beauties of Kimolos out. The part where it missed out for me was the staff's not too eager to be pleasant/hospitable/helpful attitude (although i cannot go as far as calling them rude, inhospitable or completely unhelpful - i'd perhaps say "blasé"). Also, the price you pay for staying at a windmill... is space - if you are slightly overweight or tall, beware of your room selection! It may be a little "cozier" than you like. If you have a bee allergy come prepared - i've never seen a more persistent group of insects in my life! All in all I do recommend it - perhaps just not at peak-price dates.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Echinousa; City: Psathi Kimolos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: Tha grapsw sta agglika to review mou - sta ellinika tha pw mono ena pragma: trexte pros Kimolo, trexte pros Echinoussa!! This place is fantastic. The owners of echinoussa (sea-side snack cafe and hotel), Panagiotis and Dominiki are amazing friendly people who take pride in their work. The little cafe used to be a restaurant up until 2013, when they opened the hotel though, they converted the restaurant into a smaller scale breakfast/ all day snack place. Echinoussa apartments are marked by sincere hospitality, authenticity and simplicity. The rooms are different but share common characteristics of cleanliness, spaciousness, simplicity, functionality and interesting design. The modern interior is beautifully accompanied by the outside land which is not very developed, giving guests the rare chance to enjoy comfort while still being within earshot of baby goats. An absolute must at the "cafe" is anything on the breakfast menue + for afternoon/ dinner time: Panagioti's own produce rakomelo drink and Dominiki's anchovies on bread, her fava, her octopus (served in a secret marinade which will leave you salivating) and the Kimolos salad, a local rendition of the xoriatiki with local cheese. The yoghurt and honey are also must haves! The owners will make you feel welcome at once - they made our (my boyfriends and mine) holiday debut in Kimolos unforgettable. The hotel has all the characteristics to ensure a great stay at Kimolos. Bravo to them! I cannot wait to come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Lucy Wagner Gets In Shape (Lucy Wagner--Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Matthews Page; Review: Lucy Wagner Gets in Shape is a sweet romance that warms the heart. I loved the characters, especially Jen, (hopefully there will be a book for her soon if there isn't one already). Yep, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secret Rider (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Yep, even though I'm an adult I loved this book. I found myself not wanting to put the book down because I wanted to find out how Emily made out in the end. This beautifully written book has a very important moral, believe in yourself. When you do wonderful things happen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pony Jumpers (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 2) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Since I didn't read horse books when I was younger I'm making up for lost time. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this second inSTALLment (haha), of Show Jumping Dreams. I'm definitely looking forward to book 3. Claire Svendsen keep up the good work!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winter Blues (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: This book is for anyone, young or old, who loves horses. It's fun, riveting and has the best ending. I loved reading this book and once again I look forward, forward, forward to book four.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Pupil (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 4) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Once again as with the first 3 books I recommend this book to anyone especially if they love horses. I was visiting friends out of town while reading this book. I enjoyed it so much that I went to bed early "because I was tired" so I could finish it and find out what happened. I was not disappointed. Another twist to the story line now I can't hardly wait for book 5. Claire Svendson, keep up the good work!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sale Horse (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 5) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Claire Svendson has done it again! I loved the twists and turns the story took and not just in the show ring. Yep, I even teared up a couple of times. I recommend this book to anyone, especially horse lovers. Can't wait to find out what happens next!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Last Chance (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 6) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Claire Svendson has written a wonderful series of books called Show Jumping Dreams". It's about a young girl and the horses she rides. And of course jumping! I believe all ages will enjoy this book. I know I have and now after reading book #6 I can hardly wait for book #7!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Turf Wars (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 8) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: This series of books has got me hooked. I love all the twists and turns the story has taken and book #8 does not disappoint. Hmmm, I wonder if Miguel knows what Emily has been up to? Maybe we'll get to find out in book #9! Either way I'm looking forward to it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Join the Dance (Dancing With Horses Book 2) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Toni Mari Page; Review: This book is definitely a rollercoaster ride for the emotions. You can tell Toni Mari knows her horse and dressage stuff. I can't say I enjoyed every word (sniff) but she spins a wonderful tale that kept me on the edge of my seat (and sometimes thinking, geez, teenagers, ;D). I'm so glad she decided to put pen to paper or fingertips to computer keys as it were, because I have enjoyed both book 1 and 2 and will try to wait patiently for book 3 of "Dancing with Horses".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beach Ride (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 9) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: The antics of Emily and her "friends" kept me on the edge of my seat. Once again I enjoy reading this series of books and recommend it to any one that loves horses or just enjoys a good book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: White Horses (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 10) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Claire Svendsen doesn't disappoint! After going through several hurricanes and tropical storms myself I can tell that Claire has a grasp on the experience and describes it beautifully. As I read I did shake my head and think to myself, teenagers! You may do this too as you read this wild adventure about Emily and her wonderful pony Bluebird.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trick Pony (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 11) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Emily and her friends are growing up and having to make some hard choices. The show jumping suspense is always exciting and I love the emotional twists and turns in book 11. Can't wait to find out what the next adventure holds!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Off Course (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 12) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: The drama, the trauma, the galloping, the jumping. Book 12 was very emotional and exciting. I doubt you'll be disappointed in this edition of Show Jumping Dreams. I wasn't! Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winter Wonderland (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 13) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: I love the adventures of Emily and Bluebird! Another wonderful and entertaining instalment of Show Jumping Dreams. Great job Claire!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gift Horse (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 14) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Yep, I just love catching up with what Emily and her friends (and not her friends) are getting up to. Another great book in the saga of Emily!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Half Halt (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 15) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: For some reason I just can't stop following this series Show Jumping Dreams. Is it the horses? Is it the drama? Is it the teenage antics? Is it the fact that Claire Svendsen weaves a great tale? Or is it all of the above? You got it, it's all of the above! Once again liking forward to Claire's next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Future Collection; Brand: Visit Amazon's Beth Revis Page; Review: I'm not normally into short stories so I'm not sure why I bought this collection. All I can say is I'm glad I did! I've really enjoyed reading Beth Revis's "The Future Collection". I think that anyone that likes SF will like this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Young Riders (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 16) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: If you've read any of my other reviews you know I really enjoy this series, Show Jumping Dreams. This book is no different and once again I'm looking forward to book #17. If you love horses I think you'll enjoy this series too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Show Time (Show Jumping Dreams ~ Book 17) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Svendsen Page; Review: Lovely book, lovely series and super fun to read. If you love horses I'm sure you'll enjoy this book as much as I have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sweet Reunion (A Hope Falls Novel Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melanie Shawn Page; Review: I just finished reading "Sweet Reunion" and LOVED it. Great job of character building, and full of moments that literally brought tears to my eyes. If you love happy endings (and you know you do), this is a sweet story worth reading. Can't wait to get my hands on the next one and see what else is going on in Hope Falls!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Harmonies (A Hope Falls Novel Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melanie Shawn Page; Review: After finishing the first book in The Hope Falls Chronicles, Sweet Reunion, I could not wait to get started on the second one. Sweet Harmonies tells the exciting story of Karina (the pop star of the fabulous four) and Ryan. WARNING: Clean your house and finish your chores BEFORE you get started because you will not be able to "just one chapter" this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Victory (A Hope Falls Novel Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melanie Shawn Page; Review: This is the 3rd book I've read from Melanie Shawn (and the 3rd in the Hope Falls Chronicles). I love Samantha and Luke's story. If Hope Falls were a real place, I'd want to sign up for snowboarding lessons myself! I've already started reading the last in the series, Home Sweet Home. I'm sad it's almost over!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Only - Alex & Jamie (Crossroads, Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melanie Shawn Page; Review: This has been my favorite story of this series.... Although I'm super partial to Chelle :) I didn't want this book to end. Bring back more!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Everything - Seth & Amber (Crossroads, Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melanie Shawn Page; Review: I have enjoyed every book in this series. I would love to read a continuation of their stories. Keep it up Melanie Shawn!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: woodi wd228 Disposable Polypropylene Shoe Covers, Large, Pack of 100; Brand: woodi; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (Pack of 2) Oil-rubbed Bronze 4 X 4 with 5/8 Radius Spring Door Hinges; Brand: Hager; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caseta Wireless Wallplate Bracket for Pico Remote, PICO-WBX-ADAPT; Brand: Lutron; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lutron PJ2-2B-GWH-L01 Pico On/Off Remote Control, White; Brand: Lutron; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Presa 10111 1/4-in Keyless Drill Chuck, Black; Brand: Presa; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator GAAC27MTRX 27-Inch Maple Top for Premier Modular Gearbox and/or Modular Geardrawer; Brand: Gladiator; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Neon Genesis Evangelion; Genres: Action, Dementia, Drama, Mecha, Psychological, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth; Genres: Drama, Mecha, Psychological, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion; Genres: Dementia, Drama, Mecha, Psychological, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Akira; Genres: Action, Adventure, Horror, Military, Sci-Fi, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Sign; Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Magic, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Blood+; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Military, Mystery, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Mononoke Hime; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Tasogare no Udewa Densetsu; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Game, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Liminality; Genres: Game, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Blood: The Last Vampire; Genres: Horror, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Gift; Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Game; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball Movie 1: Shen Long no Densetsu; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Roots; Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Game, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball Movie 2: Majinjou no Nemuri Hime; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni; Genres: Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Intermezzo; Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Magic, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Afro Samurai; Genres: Action, Adventure, Samurai; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Unison; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Game, Magic, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Death Note; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: 009-1; Genres: Action, Mecha, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Byousoku 5 Centimeter; Genres: Drama, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai; Genres: Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Tasogare no Udewa Densetsu: Offline de Aimashou; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Game, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball Specials; Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 1+2=Paradise; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Harem, Romance, Seinen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone; Genres: Action, Mecha, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Special: Nekogoroshi-hen; Genres: Comedy, Mystery; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: .hack//G.U. Returner; Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Game, Magic, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Death Note Rewrite; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: ; Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: .hack//G.U. Trilogy; Genres: Action, Fantasy, Game, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei; Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 1001 Nights; Genres: Demons, Fantasy, Romance, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Petit Eva: Evangelion@School; Genres: Comedy, Parody, School; Rating: 1.0/10.0
Title: Sora no Momotarou; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Military; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Saru Masamune; Genres: Adventure, Military; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Ooatari Sora no Entaku; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Kokka Kimigayo; Genres: Historical, Music; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Norakuro Gochou; Genres: Adventure; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Norakuro Nitouhei: Enshuu no Maki; Genres: Adventure; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kuro Nyago; Genres: Fantasy; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: .hack//G.U. Trilogy: Parody Mode; Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Game, Parody, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Afro Samurai: Resurrection; Genres: Action, Adventure, Samurai; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: 07-Ghost; Genres: Action, Demons, Fantasy, Magic, Military, Shoujo; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Kaumori; Genres: Drama, Samurai; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Nihonichi Momotarou; Genres: Fantasy; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Umi no Momotarou; Genres: Samurai; Rating: 2.0/10.0
Title: Urashima Tarou (1931); Genres: Action; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Oira no Yakyuu; Genres: Sports; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Haru no Uta; Genres: Music; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Hibari no Yadogae; Genres: Action; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Norakuro Nitouhei: Kyouren no Maki; Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Tarou-san no Kisha; Genres: Action; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kobutori (1929); Genres: Comedy, Demons; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai Specials; Genres: Comedy, Parody; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: "Eiji"; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Sports; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Angel Beats!; Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, School, Supernatural; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: 11eyes; Genres: Action, Ecchi, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Mura Matsuri; Genres: Music; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Norakuro Shoui: Nichiyoubi no Kaijiken; Genres: Action, Military; Rating: 3.0/10.0
Title: Cyborg 009; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Cyborg 009: Kaijuu Sensou; Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Mikan-bune; Genres: Historical; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hana to Chou; Genres: Fantasy; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: 11eyes: Momoiro Genmutan; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Angel Beats! Specials; Genres: Action, Comedy, School, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Quantum; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Cyborg 009: The Reopening; Genres: Action, Adventure, Mecha, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Angel Beats!: Another Epilogue; Genres: Drama, School, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Quantum: Sore ike! Bokura no Chimuchimu-chan!!; Genres: Comedy, Game; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Blood-C; Genres: Action, Horror, School, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kira; Genres: Mystery, Parody; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Blood-C: The Last Dark; Genres: Action, Horror, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 48x61; Genres: Comedy, Sports; Rating: 3.0/10.0
Title: .hack//The Movie: Sekai no Mukou ni; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Magic, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Robo to Shoujo (Kari); Genres: Action, Comedy, Mecha, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Code:Breaker; Genres: Action, Comedy, School, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 009 Re:Cyborg; Genres: Action, Adventure, Mecha, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Romance; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Accel World; Genres: Action, Game, Romance, School, Sci-Fi; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball: Episode of Bardock; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Sci-Fi, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Campione!: Matsurowanu Kamigami to Kamigoroshi no Maou; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Fantasy, Harem, Magic, Romance; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Chinkoroheibei Tamatebako; Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Kids; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Afro Samurai Movie; Genres: Action, Adventure, Samurai; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Accel World: Acchel World.; Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Accel World EX; Genres: Action, Game, Romance, School, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: 663114; Genres: Fantasy; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Blood-C: None-None Gekijou; Genres: Comedy, Parody; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Blood-C: Special Edition; Genres: Action, Horror, School, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Btooom!; Genres: Action, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kamisama Hajimemashita; Genres: Comedy, Demons, Fantasy, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Amnesia; Genres: Fantasy, Josei, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Entotsuya Peroo; Genres: Kids; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: .hack//Versus: The Thanatos Report; Genres: Action, Game, Sci-Fi; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Code:Breaker OVA; Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, School, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 3.0/10.0
Title: Senyuu.; Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Parody, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online: Sword Art Offline; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Aku no Hana; Genres: Drama, Psychological, Romance, School; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kaku: Outbreak; Genres: Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Senyuu. Specials; Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin OVA; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Senyuu. 2; Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Parody, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kamisama Hajimemashita OVA; Genres: Comedy, Demons, Fantasy, Shoujo, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin: Ano Hi Kara; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin Picture Drama; Genres: Comedy, Parody; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online: Extra Edition; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Romance; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: 11eyes Picture Drama; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Amnesia OVA; Genres: Fantasy, Shoujo; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: "0"; Genres: Music; Rating: 1.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online: Sword Art Offline - Extra Edition; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online II; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Romance; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: One More Time, One More Chance; Genres: Drama, Music, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Peaceful Times (F02) Petit Film; Genres: Music; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Oira no Ski; Genres: Comedy, Sports; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin Movie 1: Guren no Yumiya; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin: Kuinaki Sentaku; Genres: Action, Fantasy, Shoujo, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online II: Debriefing; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Baguda-jou no Touzoku; Genres: Adventure, Historical, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kogane no Hana; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Historical; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kokoro no Chikara; Genres: Adventure, Historical, Romance; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Kaeru San Yuushi; Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Dangobei Torimonochou: Hirake - Goma no Maki; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: 2005-nen Uchuu no Tabi; Genres: Dementia, Sci-Fi, Space; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Nansensu Monogatari Dai Ippen: Sarugashima; Genres: Adventure; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: 00:08; Genres: Dementia; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: 001; Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Saru Kani Gassen; Genres: Drama; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hanasaka Jiisan; Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 1989; Genres: Music, Space; Rating: 8.0/10.0 | anime |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Human Brain Coloring Book (Coloring Concepts Series); Author: Marian C. Diamond; Review: I found this book quite useful when studying the human brain and the neurological tracts of the spine. I would recommend this book for those interested in learning visually as I do.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PTAEXAM: The Complete Study Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's Scott M. Giles Page; Review: Newer version of the red one. Has basically the same questions as previous book. The review portion at the beginning was helpful. But don't buy several versions of the same book. The questions on the tests are the same and you do not need to spend the money if you have a previous version.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Biggest Loser Quick & Easy Cookbook: Simply Delicious Low-calorie Recipes to Make in a Snap; Author: Visit Amazon's Devin Alexander Page; Review: Love it. The recipes are easy and they taste fantastic. Most do not taste like they are low calorie and only take a short time to prepare.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Biggest Loser: 6 Weeks to a Healthier You: Lose Weight and Get Healthy For Life!; Author: Visit Amazon's Cheryl Forberg Page; Review: I absolutely love this book and have used it several times. It has excellent information about exercise and diet, as well as a day by day meal plan and and recipes. This is a yummy way to get you started to a new way of eating and stay that way. It will help you lose weight and exercise to keep it off. Love, love, love it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winter's Tale; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Helprin Page; Review: This book was chosen by a member of my book club. It was difficult to read and not easy to want to move on to the next page. The movie may be better. (haven't seen it) Many in the book club did not enjoy the first few chapters and did not continue on. Didn't like it at all. We axed the book from our reading list.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Winner; Author: Visit Amazon's David Baldacci Page; Review: This book is a winner. It was a page-turner right from the start. It's a great summer read or anytime read. I loved it. Baldacci did it again with success. I would definitely recommend this book to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sycamore Row (The Jake Brigance); Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: As with all John Grisham's books, it was a definite page-turner. The characters were easy to relate to and the book was exciting from beginning to end.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Winter Garden: Special Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristin Hannah Page; Review: This was such a well written novel. The family dynamics were quirky at first until the story progressed. Loved the reunion of mother and daughters. I do enjoy Hannah's novels. They are quick reads and always entertaining.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summer Island; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristin Hannah Page; Review: Wonderful story of a family reunited. Love this author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forget Me Not; Author: Visit Amazon's Fern Michaels Page; Review: Great read. Good addition to my library. Would be a good read for book clubs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: And Then She Was GONE: A riveting new suspense novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Christopher Greyson Page; Review: Great read. A real page turner. Suspenseful and exciting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Man's Land (John Puller Series); Author: Visit Amazon's David Baldacci Page; Review: The Jong Puller series books are great. Constant page-turning and never knowing what to expect. I download them on my Kindle. Love the suspense and kind of crazy twists. Definitely recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Camp Chef Expedition 3X 3 Burner Stove; Brand: ; Review: I bought this stove on a recommendation from a friend. I am very picky about stuff, I generally buy high-quality, usually professional-grade cooking utensils and equipment. This stove is a very high quality piece. Three 30k BTU burners and despite some comments where people say they couldn't run all three on high at the same time, I have had no problems. You need to adjust the air intake with the small lever behind the burner control knob.The griddle is great. I have wanted a flat top for quite some time and although I have the Lodge Cast Iron griddle/grill, I just do not use it inside because we do not have a hood that exhausts to the outside. With this included flat top, you can cook a large amount of food. It works great to create restaurant-style pancakes, great hamburgers, whatever.I had also begun cooking steaks in cast iron skillets and usually do that with the pan on the gas grill burners or using a turkey fryer burner. With this stove, it is much better, quicker, etc. These burners put out some serious heat...producing a restaurant-quality flame/heat output.This thing would be great for deep-frying outside as well as shrimp/low country boils. I would make sure you have the stove supported properly before loading it up with gallons and gallons of water, though.The kicker in the deal....the included paper towel rack, tool holder and grease can holder. The first time you cook a pack of bacon or burgers for everyone, you had better have the grease can installed...Save that can the corn or other vegetables came in.Keep the flat top oiled after using/cleanup and it will treat you right for life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Camp Chef Carry Bag for Three Burner Cookers; Brand: Camp Chef; Review: I paid about $27 for this bag and it's a good deal at the $30 or so price range.The best thing about it is that it keeps the whole stove together when you are traveling with it. The bag is fairly decent quality and I can see it lasting 4-5 years with light use (4-5 times a year). If you are planning on using it many weeks a year, I would go ahead and buy a couple more bags and put them up. The Expedition 3X stove will certainly last many years, so you might as well make sure you have the bag to keep the stuff together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kershaw 1555TI Cryo SpeedSafe Folding Knife; Brand: Kershaw; Review: I will say that I wasn't expecting much when I ordered this knife. I knew it was Made in China. Not being a fan of Chinese knives, I succumbed to the great reviews and price and ordered one.It is a great knife. I have started carrying it everyday. I hate that Kershaw decided to make it in Asia, I would pay the $45 price tag it would need to be US Made. All my other knives are US made, 90% of the from Kershaw.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Camp Chef Griddle Carry Bag; Brand: ; Review: Perfect for carrying the 24" flat top. Really it is a must-have to keep the flat top in good condition. Well worth the money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Kevin Hart Spotted for the First Time Since Serious Car Accident: Pics; Abstract: Kevin Hart has been spotted out and about after getting into a major car accident last month.; Category: movies
Title: The 30 Most Iconic Celebrity Halloween Costumes of All Time; Abstract: From Heidi Klum's Princess Fiona to Christian Siriano's Cruella de Vil, these are the best celebrity Halloween costumes of all time.; Category: entertainment
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: Jimmy Carter released from hospital following treatment for injury from fall; Abstract: Former President Jimmy Carter has been released from the hospital after being treated for an injury sustained during a fall at his home earlier this week, the Carter Center said Thursday.; Category: news
Title: Kevin Spacey Won't Be Charged in Sexual Assault Case After Accuser Dies; Abstract: The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has formally dropped a case against actor Kevin Spacey, after the accuser died.; Category: movies
Title: 5 charged in alcohol poisoning death of UC Irvine fraternity brother; Abstract: Five young men have been charged in connection with the death of their fraternity brother, who succumbed to alcohol poisoning after a booze-soaked party this year.; Category: news
Title: There's A Black Turtleneck Shortage Because People Are Dressing Up Like Elizabeth Holmes for Halloween; Abstract: Are that many people dressing up as scammers for Halloween?; Category: lifestyle
Title: 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: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Rip Taylor's Cause of Death Revealed, Memorial Service Scheduled for Later This Month; Abstract: The comedian died at the age of 84 last month.; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: K&N HP-1002 Performance Wrench-Off Oil Filter; Brand: K&N; Review: Best part is wrench-off-ability for tight fits and comes with oil change sticker!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Denso 234-9002 Air Fuel Ratio Sensor; Brand: Denso; Review: Fit my 99 4Runner 4x4 Cali spec perfectly. Codes for insufficient coolant temp and A/F ratio sensor went away!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Loctite Threadlocker Red 271,0.20 fl. oz(209741); Brand: Henkel; Review: Hard to beat loctite threadlocker. Us this stuff on everything automotive.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panlong WiFi OBD2 for Android iOS(iPhone iPad),Car Diagnostic Scanner,Check Engine Light,Read &Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes; Brand: Panlong; Review: Worked well to see and delete codes on my 99 4Runner. Kind of slow and buggy... iPhone app crashed every time I tried to go to a certain parameter. I left it plugged in for a few days and came back to it, car had been off entire time and this little guy was burning hot! Unplug it when done using! Allows real time diagnostics while driving.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ACDelco 45G24060 Professional Driver Side Rack and Pinion Mount Bushing; Brand: ACDelco; Review: Fit my 99 4Runner 4x4 perfectly. Wish it came with some silicone grease.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Lipton Black Tea, Black Pearl Pure Long Leaf 20ct, 1.4 OZ (Pack of 6); Brand: Lipton; Review: I am crazy about black tea. I spend way too much money searching out great black teas. Also, I loved Lipton as a child. It's too boring for me now, but I still have the memory of my love for it and that makes me smile upon Lipton. I was excited to try this tea, but it was a disappointment. It's a decent tea, but just bland and boring. The words "black pearl" lured me in, but it's really just a decent grocery store tea.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Torani Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie Syrup, 750 ml; Brand: Torani; Review: I like that you can actually taste pumpkin, not just pumpkin spice. I used this up fast and will require another one soon. It's great in coffee. I even added a little to a low-carb pumpkin pie and it was great. My one complaint is that it's too thin and watery, not like actual syrup. This isn't really the fault of the syrup though; it's just how sugar free syrups tend to be, sadly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frontera Foods Inc. Sauce, Enchilada, Red Chile, 8-Ounce (Pack of 6); Brand: Frontera Foods; Review: This stuff is all right, but the rave reviews are a little over the top if you ask me. It lacks the ancho chili taste that I was expecting and doesn't taste all that fresh... because it's not fresh. It's just that from all the fantastic reviews I thought it would taste more... fresh. :); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MW Polar Sauce, Hoi-Sin, 6.7-Ounce (Pack of 6); Brand: MW Polar; Review: Yeah... it has a more fresh taste than the original Rooster sauce. I feel disloyal, but it's true. My daughter agrees. She puts this stuff all over everything.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Health Warrior Premium White Chia Seeds, 16 Ounce; Brand: Health Warrior; Review: Since starting my chia seed regimen I have become a SUPER WOMAN!!! I eat low-carb for health reasons and have done so for many years now. I really missed hot cereal, but now that chia seeds are in my life I can have hot cereal again! Woooooo! I mix them with flax meal and add hot water, sucralose, and cream. Nom nom nommmmm! PLUS, I now have super powers! Chia seeds have given me the powers of PERSUASION, MIND CONTROL, and REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS! I highly recommend them if you want super powers as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frontera Pouch, Enchilada Skillet Green Chile, 8-Ounce (Pack of 6); Brand: Frontera; Review: I expected this to be better based on the other reviews. I found it to be a little weird, to be honest. Next time I'm just going to use salsa verde, I think.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ARGO Cornstarch, 35 Ounce; Brand: ARGO; Review: It's a bigass tub of cornstarch. You can't go wrong there. I kind of hate that it's in plastic, but fmeh. I cook with it. My daughter uses it as dry shampoo. It has a nice lid that closes well. Yep... this is what it says it is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peak Dry Whole Milk Powder, 900-Grams; Brand: Peak; Review: It tastes nothing like powdered milk as I knew it. It's delicious. It's like delicious coffee creamer. Milky... creamy... None of that gross taste like the powdered milk of my youth. Weird. How do they do it?!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Bean Paste, 4 Ounces; Brand: Nielsen-Massey; Review: It's good, but it could be stronger and I'm sad that it's in a syrup base. I try not to eat sugar. I should have read the ingredients better. Still, it's tasty if you're okay with sugar and you don't mind adding a lot of it to get things to taste strongly of vanilla.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hoosier Hill Farm Carob Drops, 1 Pound; Brand: Hoosier Hill Farm; Review: I give these to my dog as a treat once in awhile and she loves them. I tasted them myself and they're MUCH tastier than the nasty carob candy my mom used to buy in health food stores in the '70s. These taste a little like burnt marshmallow to me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heinz Organic Tomato Ketchup, 15 Ounce (Pack of 12); Brand: Heinz; Review: My family actually prefers this to full-sugar ketchup. We've been a sugar-free family for over two decades now, so this was a really great find for us. It's especially good when chilled.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grocery & Gourmet Food" />; Brand: Mountain Valley Spring; Review: What is it about this water?! It's fab. Smooooooooth. I can't keep paying this price for it though. This was a splurge.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Achva Marble Sesame Sugarless Halva, 300 grams,Pack of 2; Brand: Achva; Review: My husband says that he loved this stuff and wished he had more of it. However, I think it bloated him... we didn't discuss it, but it was implied. :|; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go Lo Foods Dark Hazelnut Spread, 11 Ounce; Brand: Go Lo Foods; Review: For what it is, it's good. It's not great. It does the job, but nobody got excited and was all "OMG, YOU GOTTA TRY THIS!" It was more "Enh... This is okay."; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hoosier Hill Farm Cheddar Cheese Powder, 1.5 lb.; Brand: Hoosier Hill Farm; Review: I'm giving this 5 stars based on my daughter's love of this stuff. I like it, but it's basically the cheese powder that comes with a box of mac'n'cheese -- kid food. I won't be using this in any gourmet dishes. Still, the kid loves it to bits. I can't keep it in the house.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wellbee's Super Fine Blanched Almond Flour/Powder 2 LB.; Brand: Wellbee's; Review: 4.5 stars, actually, because it's not organic. Otherwise, it's fantastic. It really makes my baked goods taste *real*... not mealy like some other low-carb baked items.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mutti Double Concentrated Tomato Paste, 4.5 oz. Tube, 12-Pack; Brand: Mutti; Review: The best tomato paste out there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NuSweet Liquid Sucralose , Concentrated Liquid Sweetener, 4 Oz; Brand: NuSweet; Review: I call this "bathtub sweetener" because of the homemade looking label and the lack of info about the company online. I picture some guy in a wifebeater, cigarette dangling from his lower lip, dragging a long spoon through this stuff in his bathtub and yelling into the next room that it's almost ready to be put in the bottles. AND YET! -- it's excellent. It's super strong... and if it doesn't kill me or make me grow a second head I will have enjoyed it very much.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amoretti Sweet Corn Extract, 2 Ounce; Brand: Amoretti; Review: It doesn't seem super strength to me. I made low-carb "corn" muffins with it and they barely tasted of corn even though I put a lot of this in it. I don't get why the other reviews go on about how strong it is. Strange.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zest Tea - Earl Grey Black High Caffeine Energy Tea, 15 Count Tea Sachets; Brand: Zest Tea; Review: I was all ZINGGG! Then I was all chillllll... Kind of alert, but not nervous. I'll be ordering it again even though the price is just craziness.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Oat Flour, 22-ounce (Pack of 4); Brand: Bob's Red Mill; Review: It has a nice taste and consistency. Good product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Geo Watkins Anchovy Sauce 190ml; Brand: Watkins; Review: Weird stuff... But that's kind of why I bought it. I sprinkle it into soups and sauts for kick. Tastes like salty mushroom juice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Republic Of Tea Republic Chai Green Tea, 50 Tea Bag Tin; Brand: The Republic of Tea; Review: It's all just a matter of taste, but this flavor isn't really my... um, cup of tea.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Republic of Tea, Pomegranate Green Tea, 50-Count; Brand: The Republic of Tea; Review: Scrumdillyicious!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: REPUBLIC OF TEA Organic Honey Lemon Green Tea, 50 CT; Brand: The Republic of Tea; Review: It's all just a matter of taste, but this flavor isn't really my... um, cup of tea.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Republic of Tea, Wild Blueberry Black Tea, 50-Count; Brand: The Republic of Tea; Review: This makes the best iced tea! Try it! You'll love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Low Carb Rum Balls - 12 Pack - Only 1 Net Carb Per Ball - Best Tasting Diet Product; Brand: carb-o-licious; Review: Dry. These tasted nothing like rum balls. They taste like someone dropped a little rum onlto dry little cake balls.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum Organic All Vegetable Butter Flavor Shortening - 24 oz; Brand: Spectrum; Review: It's excellent shortening, but the butter flavor is kinda fakey. :/; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Keurig Rivo Chrome Carousel 20-ct; Brand: Keurig; Review: It's very cute, but for the price it should be all metal. Some parts are metallic tone plastic. It works well though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thinables Low Calorie Crackers (6 pack) Jalapeno Cheddar, Healthy, Low Carb, Low Fat, Fiber Gourmet, 6 ounces, Weight Loss; Brand: Fiber Gourmet; Review: These are very tasty, but I wish they were lower carb. I feel like they could be with a few tweaks to the ingredients.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Julian Bakery Paleo Coconut Flakes (Low Carb & Gluten Free) Cereal, 10 Servings; Brand: Julian Bakery; Review: I hated these. I so wanted to like them. I love coconut and I've been low carb for years, so I know not to expect miracles, but the taste of these is just odd. I gave them to my husband who is slightly more accepting of low carb oddness in foods and even he doesn't like them. I feel bad writing this, but it's my truth.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Better Than Rice. Certified Organic. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Konjac Rice 14 Ounces (6 Pack); Brand: Better Than Rice; Review: This tastes very similar to the original konjac/shiritake "rice", but the added fiber makes all the difference as far as digestability. Regular konjac rice was pretty much rejected by my body. It would give me terrible intestinal problems. I'll spare you the details. This rice doesn't do that at all. I can eat an entire package of it all by myself and I'm fine. I added it to soup along with a couple heaping tablespoons of real rice and my family didn't even notice. The texture is strange, but it tends to roll away from your teeth and you end up just swallowing it without feeling the texture much. The smell is pretty gross when you open it, but once you rinse it and mix it with your food it goes away completely. I made coconut rice and beans (black soy beans, low carb) to serve with jerk chicken and my daughter loved it. I've included a photo of it cooking in the crock pot. I do wish it were more affordable though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lavazza Espresso Delicato Keurig Rivo Pack, 18 Count; Brand: Keurig; Review: If you want a strong latté that'll get you going in the morning, use Delicato. It has a milder flavor that lets the milk shine through.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Hibiscus Blue-Tee 100% Pure Butterfly Pea Flower Tea - 1.1 oz; Brand: Wild Hibiscus; Review: This tea is just lovely. The taste is so mild that you can barely call it tea though. Slightly earthy. I add it to coconut green tea and it's wonderful. I think the blue helps it seem more refreshing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Agostino Recca Anchovies Fillet 3oz; Brand: AgostinoRecca; Review: These were purchased to make putanesca sauce and they were fantastic. Not too fishy. Umami like crazy! They'll probably last me for years, but when I run out I'll buy the same brand.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RioRand YUHONGYUAN 320g Organic WHOLE Black Garlic contains approximately 850 mg S-allyl-cysteine per bulb Aged for FULL 90 days; Brand: RioRand; Review: I love this stuff. I could just eat it straight from the jar. The peels come off very easily. I made chicken in a shallot and black garlic cream sauce for dinner tonight and everyone loved it. It's so umami. Think mushrooms, balsamic vinegar, cheese, truffles, etc. A little adds a secret something special to any dish. A lot creates something delicious and unique.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maldon Sea Salt Flakes, 8.5 ounce Box; Brand: Maldon; Review: There's just something about it. It's the perfect size for adding sparkle to your food. Not just sparkly looks, but a sparkly flavor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rougie Rendered Duck Fat 320g 11.2 Ounce (8 PACK); Brand: Rougie; Review: This makes potatoes taste fantastic when fried. Everyone agrees. It is a fact. Do not question it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matthew Walker Luxury Pudding - 800 Gram; Brand: Matthew Walker; Review: So delicious. Soooo sweet. If you have a taste for an old fashioned Christmas, this is the one to get.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: 19 Mysterious Old Home Features That Aren't Useful Anymore; Abstract: Many old homes have perplexing features that baffle their modern-day owners. Here we've solved 19 of those mysteries!!; Category: lifestyle
Title: What's the Deal With the Toyota Supra?; Abstract: A tale of two cars and two roads; Category: autos
Title: Bloodhound Shows The Car That Will Attempt 1,000 MPH; Abstract: The team hopes to break the land speed record within the next year; Category: autos
Title: US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen; Abstract: White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call for the US Federal Reserve as it prepares for a meeting on interest rates this week.; Category: finance
Title: America is sitting on an excess of 40 million pounds of uneaten bacon, a 48 year high; Abstract: Data released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that the amount of pork belly stored in warehouses reached a near-record high.; Category: finance
Title: Truck Smashing Into Gas Station Could Be The Dumbest Crash Story Ever; Abstract: It's not so much the crash. but what the driver does afterward.; Category: autos
Title: Ford Kills the Flex; Abstract: One of Ford's last remaining holdouts in the non-SUV category meets its end.; Category: autos
Title: Republicans blast Pelosi following vote on impeachment resolution; Abstract: Top Republicans in the House slammed Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) following the passage of the impeachment process resolution on Thursday.; Category: news
Title: The economic picture is darkening in states critical to Trump's reelection bid; Abstract: A closer look at key battleground states could spell trouble for the candidate, whose populist economic proposals have been central to his campaign.; Category: finance
Title: Fox legal analyst Napolitano emerges as Trump critic; Abstract: NEW YORK (AP) More than two decades into his career as a commentator at Fox News Channel, Andrew Napolitano reached a milestone of sorts when he was called a "fool" on his own network. Not to his face, of course. But Tucker Carlson guest Joseph diGenova's dismissal of Napolitano for saying that soliciting campaign aid from a foreign government is against the law illustrates the awkward place that the former New Jersey Superior Court judge...; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Kite Runner; Author: Visit Amazon's Khaled Hosseini Page; Review: A very moving and powerful book. Although a lot of readers were grabbed into the book from the start, it took me a while to get "into" it but after a few chapters, WOW - I could not put it down. It opened my eyes to what life was like in Afghanistan and for Afghans living in the US. More than a history lesson - a humanity lesson. A MUST read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Cures "They" Don't Want You To Know About; Author: Visit Amazon's Kevin Trudeau Page; Review: With the exception of the advice of telling one to walk for an hour everyday and knock off the fast-food, the book is a waste of time and money. Pages and pages of bashing the medical community and government agencies and no "real information" about what these secret cures are. The Author tells us that he is not allowed to release the information for legal reasons and encourages us to purchase information via his website and/or alternate websites. Whereas, I enticed to find the alternative and secrets hidden in this book, I really should have trusted by better judgement and not purchased this book. I believe that most people already know, as I did, that man-made food additives are not healthy; taking a buffet of prescription drugs is not healthy; having too much stress is your life is not healthy. The Author does a very good job at getting these points across to the reader but does little to offer any answers in this book. I will not be purchasing access to his website and keep my $500 - that will relieve some stress in itself! No, thanks Mr. Trudeau, but I've had my fill of vagueness from you already.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Kite Runner (Chinese Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Khaled Hosseini Page; Review: A very moving and powerful book. Although a lot of readers were grabbed into the book from the start, it took me a while to get "into" it but after a few chapters, WOW - I could not put it down. It opened my eyes to what life was like in Afghanistan and for Afghans living in the US. More than a history lesson - a humanity lesson. A MUST read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots; Author: Visit Amazon's Deborah Feldman Page; Review: Read this on a plane last week. It held my attention and I learned quite a bit about this crazy rituals the Hasidic Jews practice and how horribly they treat women, that do not submit. I live near Kiryas Joel (Monroe, NY) so I was especially interested in this since they are taking over the area and making their own laws which they expect everyone to follow.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guinness World Records 2014; Author: Craig Glenday; Review: Overpaid. Should have gotten as Samsclub for a fraction of the price. Regardless, my granddaughter enjoys the book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: The most beautiful natural wonder in every state; Abstract: What makes America truly great are its stunning landscapes and natural beauty. Every state has its own special attractions, from the biodiversity of Florida's "River of Grass" to Alaska's massive, shifting Hubbard Glacier, and from the deepest canyons to the highest mountains. Here are 50 of the United States' most mind-blowing natural wonders.; Category: travel
Title: Trump Allies Craft List of Potential Mulvaney Replacements; Abstract: Some of Donald Trump's closest associates are assembling a roster of possible replacements if the president decides to replace Mick Mulvaney, his acting chief of staff, said three people close to the situation.; Category: news
Title: Anonymous author of Trump 'resistance' op-ed to publish a tell-all book; Abstract: The author's original 2018 column in the New York Times ricocheted around the world and stoked the president's rage because of its devastating portrayal of Trump in office.; 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: There's A Black Turtleneck Shortage Because People Are Dressing Up Like Elizabeth Holmes for Halloween; Abstract: Are that many people dressing up as scammers for Halloween?; Category: lifestyle
Title: President Donald Trump gets mixed reaction at UFC 244 in historic milestone for MMA; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: University of Florida student president faces impeachment for Trump Jr.'s $50K campus talk; Abstract: Trump Jr. and his girlfriend Kimberly Guilfoyle spoke at the University of Florida campus Oct. 10 for $50,000.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: UGG Women's Classic Short; Brand: ; Review: I love the comfort of Uggs! Super warm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UGG Women's Classic Short; Brand: ; Review: I love the comfort of Uggs! Super warm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SPERRY Women's 3 Pack Macro Logo No Show; Brand: SPERRY; Review: Sperry makes a high quality sock! This was my first time trying Sperry for myself for socks. They are known for excellent quality footwear so I gave it a shot and was very satisfied. The fit is true to size. The socks are super comfy & well made. They will last a long time. The material is thicker than most brand and have a nice supportive feeling.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Little Boys' Toddler Short Sleeve Raglan T-Shirt, Yellow, 2T; Brand: ; Review: This is super cute. My grandson is crazy about the TMNTs. Fits true to size and is a very good price. Washed up well with warm water cycle and no noticible fading or shrinking. Glad the turtles are back :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lanpet-Cool Mens US Dollar Bill Wallet PU Leather Credit Card Photo Holder Billfold Purse Y12 (Lbrown); Brand: Lanpet; Review: This is the coolest wallet ever. I really like the fact that it's leather and it feels like it will stand up to a lot of wear and tear. The design is well-made and easy to see. My stepson was so excited that he took everything out of his old wallet and put it into the new one immediately. There's plenty of places for credit cards and cash. I think this would make an excellent gift. I received this while it for free discounted in exchange for my honest review on Amazon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaky® Men's Polarized Driver Sunglasses Unbreakable Frame 100% Uv Protection; Brand: JAKY; Review: These are great pair of polarized sunglasses. They came at a really cool black case. I really like how the style looks. I received this product for free or at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest review on Amazon.com.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Add Image Message to Custom Personalized Cotton Basic Ribbed Tank Top for Women Men; Brand: Merry Day; Review: I designed this shirt / tank top for my daughter and I couldn't be happier!!! This is our two dogs and I added the hashtag. It is made very well and has been washed twice without any fading at all. The colors came out exact. The photo is clear and bright. The picture is perfectly centered. It was easy to do this right on the computer. It was actually fun! I recieved this product at a discount in exchange for my honest review on Amazon.com; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's X-Temp V-Neck Tee; Brand: ; Review: This is a nice shirt but I am not liking the fit. I wear Hanes products often and have always found them to be a great value and fit. This shirt is a little different because it is a x-temp fabric. It is a thin synthetic feeling fabric which does not have the normal stretch that is found in the cotton Hanes shirts. I definitely should have ordered a larger size to be comfortable. I am currently on a good path and have been dropping weight so I will keep this shirt and try it again after I lose a little more. This is more like a workout shirt & not an everyday shirt in my opinion. Would only suggest ordering a size bigger (or 2 sizes if you are someone who likes a looser fitting top); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Women's Plus-Size Swimsuit Retro Print Two Piece Pin up Tankini Swimwear; Brand: QZUnique; Review: I am always so worried about swimsuits being too tight or short so I ordered a size bigger. It was too big, but fit my sister who wears that size perfectly! Well made and beautiful. Feel comfortable ordering the size you normally wear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Homewood Suites Williamsburg; City: Williamsburg Virginia; Review: My husband I had a three night stay in Williamsburg for the Grand Illumination weekend. We checked in Friday and left on Monday. The check in staff was extremely friendly; in fact, training a new associate and she did and outstanding job. The manger came forward to greets and give us a gift bag contains some bottled water and small bag of snacks plus brochures of the attractions of the area. The one bedroom unit was nicely arranged and compact. The kitchenettes was adequate although sparsely stocked. The unit can accommodate 4 persons but there were only 2 teaspoons, no soup spoons and a few knives. Pots and pans and dishes were satisfactory. We did eat in 2 evenings from food I brought from home. The staff never failed to greet each time we passed through the lobby. There were 2 issues that did not meet my standards. The mattress was very soft and heating unit is in a closet in the bedroom. The door is locked but there is a necessary air vent in the door. When the unit goes on, I found the bedroom to be noisy. It would wake me up several times throughout the night. This is just me, I know. Some folks such as my sweet husband, can sleep thorough most anything. The hotel is conveniently located to Colonial Williamsburg and on the Bypass Road that offers lots of shopping and eating establishments. I would definitely stay again in this hotel. Maybe next time it won't rain all four days!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites Newark Liberty International Airport; City: Newark New Jersey; Review: We stayed at the Springhill Suites the night before cruise the Princess line to New England. The hotel was easy to find with excellent directions provided but the hotel for our GPS. Check in was a breeze and we were offered menus of local establishments that deliver food to the hotel. Other Marriott hotels are within walking distance and the Courtyard has a lovely bistro offering beverages and light dinner fare. We ate there and were pleased with what we ordered. The room was large and spacious, not crowded at all. The sitting area was perfect for tv viewing. The bathroom was separate from the sleeping area and well stocked with soft fluffy towels. The bed was very comfortable and a just right firmness of the mattress. Breakfast was the usual hotel fare but well stocked. There were many cruisers in the hotel and both the Brooklyn and Bayonne terminals are near by. It was an easy drive to Brooklyn, about 30 minutes or less. I would highly recommend this hotel for pre and post cruisers out of the ports mentioned.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanibel Moorings; City: Sanibel Island Florida; Review: We completed an eight days visit at The Moorings th e first week of February. Wow! What a treat that was. The one bedroom unit was perfect for the two of us. It was sparkling clean, the kitchen was well stocked with ample dishes, silverware and accessories. The grounds were very pretty and kept very clean. The beach was right outside our door and the weather cooperated for the entire time we were there. We so enjoyed our stay that before we left we booked two weeks for next January! Something to look forward to!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Island Links Resort; City: Hilton Head South Carolina; Review: My husband and I just finished a week at the Island Links Resort. We had a ground level unit, two bedrooms and backing up to the 17th fairway of a golf course. The unit was in excellent condition, the bed comfortable and towels fluffy! The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of everything. No complaints there. The resort is located on the "heal" of island and convenient to the main road and everything else on the island. It was our first visit to HHI and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. There is nice welcome party on Mondays around the pool, one of two is a heated pool. Management did call us one morning to attend their sales pitch to purchase at the resort; we politely declined and were not called again. That is a good thing. Gas grills are provided for your outdoor grilling. We did not participate in any of the few activities that are provided, just not our thing. I would definitely recommend this resort and would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Lehighton Jim Thorpe Area; City: Lehighton Pocono Mountains Region Pennsylvania; Review: Spent 2 nights in Lehighton at this Hampton Inn over Memorial Day weekend. It was the perfect location for my high school reunion being held one town over. The hotel service, room and amenities were just right. I eliminated that fifth star because the breakfast was nothing special, at all. The prepackaged, microwaved omelets were tasteless as was the sausage served the second day. Not sure how to perk up this style of breakfast but I was unhappy with it. However, the coffee served at breakfast and all day long was wonderful. But no cookies were offered at any time. Other Hampton Inns do.i would stay again when in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Smithfield Station Hotel; City: Smithfield Virginia; Review: We spent a three day getaway here in late March. The Station is wonderful and welcoming.the large room was very comfortable with a king bed, fluffy comforter and plenty of pillows. The gas fireplace was perfect since the weather was winter like, with snow and sleet! Very cozy indeed. The front desk personnel were pleasant at all time making dining suggestions too. Downtown Smithfield was charming and I made several jewelry purchases at the visitors center, all made by a local artisan. Four of us had happy hour in the bar followed by dinner in the restaurant which was super delicious. I would definitely visit again but choose a warmer time of the year. Breakfast was a continental style with freshly made eggs, cereal, pastries etc. nothing fancy but adequate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Portsmouth Norfolk Waterfront Hotel; City: Portsmouth Virginia; Review: My husband and I stayed t this Marriott last week for. Two night stay while we attended a Coast Guard change of command and retirement ceremony. Both ceremonies were held at the nTelos Center so this was an ideal location for us. The hotel is very nice, large atrium and lobby with a bar/lounge and restaurant in the lobby area. There was always one of three elevators waiting on the main level to take us upstairs! Our room was located on the third floor, in a corner but what lovely view from the window. We were waterfront overlooking the Elizabeth River and Naval Shipyard where two boats were in dry dock. We had dinner and drinks in the lounge are and the food was delicious, the wait staff attentive and helpful with daily specials. The room was spacious, the bed just right enough pillows and Aveda Toiletries along with plush Snow White towels. Lovely! Parking was a breeze in the attached garage. The breakfast buffet was plentiful and a menu was also available for the morning meal. Everyone was polite and friendly. As mentioned the location was perfect for our social needs. I would most definitely stay here and recommend this hotel again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach Downtown; City: Long Beach California; Review: Stayed here for 5 days prior to taking a cruise. Chose Long Beach over staying in LA. The hotel is a little dated in decor, the furniture in the lobby is tired and soiled. The room was very good, had a nice layout and the bed was comfortable. The kitchen was adequately stocked although I did not use it. Here too, the sofa was sagging in the middle, making it a bit uncomfortable and the desk chair showed wear. I gave it 4 stars in spite of the cosmetic features. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was well stocked, hot and plentiful. Three evening socials provided wine, beer and light food. Itvwas a pleasant and welcomed feature in the evening. Long Beach is lovely and the hotel is easily accessible to the major freeways, close to downtown with many restaurants and shopping area. I would definitely stay here again when in the LA area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Wilkes Barre; City: Wilkes Barre Luzerne County Pocono Mountains Region Pen; Review: We stopped here on our way to Rhode Island. It is in a great location, right off the interstate 81. The hotel is located near many restaurants, shopping centers and a super Walmart! The room was spacious, the bedding crisp and fresh and the room was very clean. Breakfast was good, your standard hotel complimentary breakfast. The entire hotel staff was friendly and cheerful, making for a very pleasant overnight stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Reading Wyomissing; City: Wyomissing Pennsylvania; Review: I wanted to give the Hampton Inn 5 stars but couldn't do it. First off, the hotel is under renovation and we had one of the renovated rooms. It was very nice, with new furniture, clean and sparkly. The a/c was relatively quiet and that was a nice touch. The bed was very comfortable. The repositioned bathroom was also very nice, bright and spacious. However, the toilet was very low to the floor and not easy to get down on and even harder to get off of! Being a senior citizen and having some knee problems, using the toilet was not an easy task. They should use the taller 17 inch toilets. Just a suggestion. Secondly, the breakfast was unsatisfactory. We had to ask for more eggs and more sausage. They were brought out, placed in the serving dish and were cold! Not appetizing at all. The fruit bowl was also empty. We didn't ask for more since we were eating around 8:30/9:00 and had reservations for a noon luncheon. The coffee was good and hot and we enjoyed several cups. Having the low toilet and the bad breakfast, the hotel gets a 4 star rating. Definitely a nice hotel, friendly staff and very convenient to a lot in Reading. I would stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gai Beach Resort Spa Hotel; City: Tiberias Galilee Northern District; Review: Stayed here for 4 nights with a tour group. As previous reviews, it is a 1970's vintage hotel. The lobby has been recently remodeled but the rooms are a disaster. They are old, dirty stained carpet, chipped and peeling paint and rotted molding around the door frame. The bed was comfortable and sheets were fresh. The towels were ok, the bath drain wouldn't drain and after requesting it to be fixed, it wasn't. Had to ask for tissues and wash clothes. Noise level is high as walls are thin. The food was fair, same thing for breakfast 4 days in a row. Good thing I was out all day on tour and only slept here. The view of the Sea of Galilee is wonderful however.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Super Z Outlet Pirate Ship Skeleton Jail Keys Set - Cast Iron Costume Prop; Brand: Super Z Outlet; Review: Bigger than what I expected but overall I like them...very heavy as well. The only thing that annoyed me was the fact that I had to go to the post office to get them because the seller didn't put enough postage on them...annoying.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vintiquewise(TM) Decorative Wood Leather Treasure Box (Small Trunk Only); Brand: Vintiquewise; Review: I got the large box and was disappointed. It's very poorly made and certainly not worth $30. The handle on top is bent and it doesn't look like I can unbend it by any means. When I looked at the picture on here, I realized that's apparent in the photo but mine seems a bit worse. The straps with the snaps (The buckles are just for show, they actually attach by a snap underneath the strap) looked like they were bent as well and they're about to rip...just overall very disappointed...not to mention the "large" trunk is actually smaller than what I expected...especially for the price.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Mid-Back Office Chair, Black; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Couldn't get the last screw in...They're really short and the hole just won't line up/Screw won't stay in...hoping the back won't break because of this.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Lift and Lock Stainless Steel Tension Pole Shower Caddy; Brand: OXO; Review: Loved it until it randomly fell a month after I put it up and then it wouldn't lock in place so I had to exchange it. I thought maybe I put too much stuff in the baskets until I went to install the brand new pole and had the same issue with it not locking. Both poles had developed a crease in the plastic base part and refused to lock in place. I contacted OXO told them what happened and they sent me a replacement pole in the mail. When I received it, I noticed the one they sent me was a different base pole, it was a much darker grey than the one pictured in my photo. I installed it with no issue. I did ask OXO if the only difference between the light grey and dark grey was the color and they confirmed that was the case, that it was just an aesthetic difference. I thought perhaps the darker grey was a better constructed base but according to them, that's not the case. I did ask them what the weight limit was for each shelf since I could not find that information listed anywhere and they stated it was 7 lbs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Toaster Oven, White, TRO420; Brand: BLACK+DECKER; Review: Works just fine for me. I've had it a couple months now and no problems. A good toaster oven at a reasonable price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: simplehuman 40 Liter / 10.6 Gallon Slim Kitchen Step Trash Can, White Plastic With Secure Slide Lock; Brand: simplehuman; Review: I really love this trash can...I've even received complements on it. Who gets compliments on their trash cans? You can if you buy this! On a serious note, it's really nice looking and the slow closing top is so gentle, I'm so glad I bought this instead of the Rubbermaid I was looking at that was a few dollars cheaper, it's definitely worth the extra few bucks. Never thought I'd like a trash can so much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid -White Ice Cube Tray, 16 cube trays (Pack of 2); Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: Perfectly fine ice cube trays.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: simplehuman 50 Liter / 13 Gallon Semi-Round Kitchen Step Trash Can, Stone Plastic With Secure Slide Lock; Brand: simplehuman; Review: I really love this trash can...I've even received complements on it. Who gets compliments on their trash cans? You can if you buy this! On a serious note, it's really nice looking and the slow closing top is so gentle, I'm so glad I bought this instead of the Rubbermaid I was looking at that was a few dollars cheaper, it's definitely worth the extra few bucks. Never thought I'd like a trash can so much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Radisson Blu Edwardian Manchester; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: My partner and I often take weekend city breaks breaks, usually staying in 4 or 5 star hotels. Compared to other hotels we have stayed at it is hard to see how the Radisson Edwardian, Manchester credit's 5* when it is a bog standard 4* conference/business hotel. The deluxe room was adequate, but nothing special, service was polite and efficient rather than warm and friendly, buffet breakfast, poor selection/quality for 5*. If you can get a good weekend rate, we only paid £129 B&B per night, it's ok. If you pay full rack rate you're paying too much.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mercure London Staines upon Thames Hotel; City: Staines Surrey England; Review: Friendly welcome from reception and doorman. First room allocated was smoking room, despite booking being for non smoking. Receptionist was very apologetic and offered me one of their "best rooms" No 79 (Robert de Vere room). This is a large attic room reached by a narrow staircase. Recently refurbished the room was clean, well furnished with a private roof terrace overlooking the Thames and a very busy railway bridge. A great room if you are into plane spotting as the hotel is on the flightpath for Heathrow or a train spotter. No aircon but unable to leave window open because of the noise of passing trains and planes. Bathroom large with shower over bath- very low water pressure so unable to use shower !!. Restaurant has very limited menu, in fact room service menu more extensive ! Evening meal was edible but nothing special. All in all not quite sure why this is hotel has 3 stars.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hilton London Canary Wharf; City: London England; Review: On arrival greeted with a friendly smile and fast efficient check-in. Nice large room, clean and airy. Furnishings in good condition and bed very comfortable. Bathroom clean, and good quality complimentary toiletries. Breakfast, a good choice of continental and cooked breakfast plus additional choices made to order. The staff are what makes this hotel special, so often large hotel chains spend £'000's on the appearance and facilities only to let themselves down on staffing. The staff at the Hilton London Canary Wharf are a credit to hotels management - friendly, efficient and always on hand to help. I strongly recommend this hotel whether your stay is for business or pleasure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antoinette Hotel Wimbledon; City: London England; Review: Stayed here on business and so glad I wasn't paying the bill. The hotel has been recently refurbished, but obviously on a tight budget. I had exec room with balcony - the room was clean, bed clean and comfortable, new flat screen tv , but generally souless - travelodge style furniture, low quality tea/coffee on hospitality tray, no minibar or fridge. Bathroom was clean,plenty of hot water but the towels were small and low quality. At £9.50 the breakfast was a complete rip-off, they boast a buffet with 90 items to choose from - thats a joke. Tinned fruit, no croissants or pain au chocolat, cooked breakfast not that great. This is a hotel which loves to use economy branded products but charge high prices. And don't be tempted to ask for a cafe latte - that'll set you back £3.50 for a cup ! The staff were friendly and welcoming. Not much choice of hotel in Wimbledon so will be coming back due to business commitments but will buy breakfast offsite and get my coffee from Starbucks !; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Budget Hotel Leicester; City: Leicester Leicestershire England; Review: Stayed here whilst visiting family over Christmas as within easy walking distance and dog friendly. Check-in was efficient and friendly and public areas clean. Plenty of parking spaces available. Room was basic but it was clean and had the basics - a bed, shower and loo , but for £18 a night not bad but we had to pay an additional £6 per night for the dogs. Bed was very hard and not very comfortable. Main downsides are that the hotel rooms are not well soundproofed and only have one plug socket, which was a bit of a pain with multiple gadgets needing to be recharged. No tea and coffee making facilities so we packed a travel kettle and mugs !. Wifi is only available in the public area and not in the rooms as advertised on the Accor website - not an issue for us but worth noting.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Edwardian Grafton Hotel; City: London England; Review: In London on business and booked one night at the Grafton as it was close to the venue of my business meeting. Despite reception being busy when I arrived check-in was prompt and efficient and included the offer of a room upgrade. Room was clean and well presented, so many London hotels look a bit tired but not the Grafton. Bed was very comfortable, bathroom clean with plenty of hot water. Only complaint is that room was too hot ! Breakfast service very attentive and friendly, nice touch that the staff addressed me by name. Buffet breakfast with excellent choice of continental and cooked breakfast items.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ramada Bristol West; City: Easton in Gordano Somerset England; Review: Days Inn system had doubled up my booking but the receptionist sorted this out. Room was basic but clean if a little tired and dated. Bed reasonably comfortable. Despite being so close to the motorway even with the windows slightly open (no air conditioning) it was surprisingly quiet. Free in-room WIFI was a welcome change to the usual high charges levied by other budget hotel chains. The stay would have been OK except for the lack of hot water in the morning which to me is a basic requirement. We had breakfast in the Starbucks situated in the motorway services next door.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Future Inn Cabot Circus Hotel; City: Bristol England; Review: My second visit to Future Inn Cabot Circus. I like this hotel because of it offers great value in city centre, easy access from the M32 and free parking in the Cabot Circus car park next door. Allocated room was a superior double with two Queen sized beds, so plenty of room. Despite being at the front of the hotel overlooking a very busy road the room was very quiet. Bedroom and ensuite were both very clean, although the bedding was clean there were no mattress or pillow protectors which is a bit of a black mark in my book. There was a plentiful supply of hot water and plenty of towels - my only complaint was the low water pressure to the shower and lack of a bath mat to prevent slipping in the bath. I didn't have breakfast as I remember not being very impressed with the breakfast offering on my previous visit. There are plenty of places to have breakfast nearby so this wasn't a problem. My constant gripe with many hotels is the lack of free wifi in the rooms. However, being at the front of the hotel I was able to pick up wifi connection from Cafe Rouge across the road in Cabot Circus !! All in all a great hotel. The deal I got was cheaper than either Travelodge or Premier Inn and when you add the free parking on top Future Inn offers great value for money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Strip of 5 Genuine Sony CR2025 3v Lithium 2025 Coin Batteries Freshly Packed by Sony; Brand: Sony; Review: There's nothing quite like genuine Sony; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nakamichi Over the Ear Bluetooth Headphones BT304 - Retail Packaging - Black; Brand: Nakamichi; Review: They sound great, Bluetooth works good, no dissapointment. Everything i wanted.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Ultra 128GB UHS-I/Class 10 Micro SDXC Memory Card With Adapter- SDSDQUAN-128G-G4A [Old Version]; Brand: SanDisk; Review: I have the HTC M1. Shes loaded up 60 gigs deep and the card works very well . No problems at all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Linksys WRT1900AC Dual Band Smart Wi-Fi Wireless AC Router (2.4 + 5GHz) - (Certified Refurbished); Brand: Linksys; Review: Seller did a fine job. The Linksys WRT1900AC has very basic instructions to follow, no installation CD just type in the address and easily follow it along. Right off the bat it automatically took on a software update all by itself, the rest of the set up was really easy. I kept our same network name and password so all 10 devices that are going to use it never even knew I changed out the router. The linksys page is way cool and shows all devices linked to it and what frequency everything is on, very configurable if you know what your doing. The first night I put it through a test that my old router could never do. Running a big download on one pc, 3 mobile devices browsing and flawlessly streaming a show on the Roku. Yea, I'm impressed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Custom Accessories 10242 Auxiliary Twin Power Outlet; Brand: Custom Accessories; Review: Nice quality, good heavy wire and solid mounting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bazooka BT6014 BT Series 6-Inch 4 Ohm 100-Watt Passive Tube Subwoofer; Brand: Bazooka; Review: I installed this in my heavy haul dump truck. This 8in sub deserves a quality review. I hooked it up bridged on a big MTX amp, the sound quality is impressive it hits them deep lows hard and clean! Very pleasantly surprised with this sub, love the hard shell enclosure and its size allowed me to fit it in a pretty tight area. Thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bazooka BT1214 BT Series 12-Inch 4m Passive Subwoofer Tube; Brand: Bazooka; Review: I installed this in my heavy haul dump truck. This 8in sub deserves a quality review. I hooked it up bridged on a big MTX amp, the sound quality is impressive it hits them deep lows hard and clean! Very pleasantly surprised with this sub, love the hard shell enclosure and its size allowed me to fit it in a pretty tight area. Thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Verbatim CD-R 80min 52X with Digital Vinyl Surface/ White Inkjet Printable Surface, Hub Printable - 50pk Spindle; Brand: Verbatim; Review: Got a spindle of these and cant get a single one of them to complete a burn session recording music. I had a few old TDK s left and those worked fine. I did some learning checking out the difference between music cds and cdr s. There is a real difference.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ProCase SlimSnug Case for LG G Pad 7.0, Ultra Slim and light, Hard Shell Cover, with; Brand: ProCase; Review: Very satisfied with fit, functionality and appearance. Thanks!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenwood KAC-9106D 2000W Monoblock Class D Car Audio Power Amplifier; Brand: Kenwood; Review: I'm not dissapointed at all, I installed this amp in a commercial heavy haul dump truck. Its only driving 1 Bazooka 8in sub. I love the response of the adjustments as this thing hits them deep lows hard and clean. The unit doesent get hot, can't wait to put a 12incher in the truck. Very satisfied!! UPDATE one year later. Just did a install of a 10in Bazooka in place of the 8 and I must say, thus is one of the best sounding stereo systems I have ever heard. Very impressive sound and reliability.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plugable 7 port USB 3.0 hub - 25W Powered USB HUB; Brand: Plugable; Review: This thing multifunctions extremely well, actually I'm quite impressed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorola Signal Booster 4-Port BDA-S4 Cable Modem TV HDTV Amplifier; Brand: Motorola; Review: You know, it's really nice to get a product like this when from the moment you open it you just know it's going to work. The Motorola amp is very well made and works great as it is not just for broadband, it works great for amplification of your house antenna. Great purchase!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ranger SRA-198 Ranger Cb Ham Radio Noise Canceling Mic 4 Pin Wired; Brand: Ranger; Review: Yup, this pure quality microphone is worthy of a 5 star review!! Nicely done Ranger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mediasonic Homeworx HW180STB 3 / 4 Channel HDTV Digital Converter Box with Recording and Media Player (New Version); Brand: Mediasonic; Review: Love this thing! Everything I have read in the reviews negative, I haven't had one glitch or a problem, really can't find one thing bad to say about it. This unit has transformed our tv into a very pleassant experience, the picture resolution is fantastic and all the features of the box and remote work perfect!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tripp Lite Isobar 2 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip, Direct Plug In, Metal, Lifetime Limited Warranty & $10,000 INSURANCE; Brand: Tripp Lite; Review: This is the ine product so well made that it could be said that it will last a lifetime. I have six of them, the first two I have had for a very long time and work as good as the new ones. Extremely durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Crosse Technology BC1000 Alpha Power Battery Charger; Brand: La Crosse Technology; Review: This charger is bad to the bone! Thanks Lacross for making a great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 with Built-In Multi-Touch Touchpad; Brand: Logitech; Review: Pretty hard to beat Logitech keyboards and mouse, the unified receiver works perfect, instant hookup. Nice job. Could use some keyboard options for the touch pad!! Pretty sensitive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer BDR-XD05W Slim BDRW/DVDRW 6x USB3.0 White; Brand: Pioneer Electronics USA; Review: Does it all very nicely! Love the design and a well made product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garmin Dash Cam 20 Standalone Driving Recorder With GPS, 32 GB Micro SD Card; Brand: Garmin; Review: This is my 3rd Dash cam, my 1st Garmin Dash cam. I don't understand some of the negative reviews. 1st i would like to say that i own 3 Garmin GPS nuvi's, they have been totally reliable for years and their environment is considered severe service. Commercial heavy haul Dump Trucking. Out of the box the Garmin 20 come's with a 32gig card installed, a super long cord and a very clean and sturdy mounting setup. The performance of the unit has been rock solid, it has the features that really matter and it performs those functions extremely well. Very smartly configured buttons up front as nobody in their right mind driving a 90k lb truck is going to page thru a dash cam to get to a selection to save something. This is the unit i put my money on to do the job for the reason it is there in the first place, video evidence. When Garmin comes out with the 35, i will be getting one. Before i used the Garmin 20 i plugged it into my pc, i already had the Garmin program installed that automatically detects my GPS units and updates them. When i plugged this Garmin 20 in that same program detected it, searched for and installed the latest software update, Bam. It has worked flawless and i am hopeing for years of service.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Electroline EDA2100 Bi-Directional Signal Booster 1-Port Cable Modem TV HDTV Amplifier with Passive Return (Retail Package with 5-Year Warranty); Brand: Electroline; Review: I have owned every drop amp available, the Electroline is way under rated and advertised. I have found their drop amps are a step up in performance and reliability. In the future i will be ordering Electroline only, as i have a junk pile of the ones the 'major cable ' companies use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AA AAA CR123A Green Battery Holder Storage Case 4 Cases; Brand: Powertron; Review: These are my favorite of all the brands as i have most all of them. The thing i like most about them is that they all interlock nice and snug. I have not had any problems with the lids at all. This design makes it easy to distinguish between charged and discharged batterys by the way you load them, tits up is charged and flat bottom up is needing recharged. The interlocking design also keeps them hooked together so they don't slide all over the place when they are in a suit case or moved around. Ordered my second batch of these today, too bad they are not a prime item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 30 Taiyo Yuden Bluray Discs 4x Speed Dual Layer 50 GB BD-R DL Original Spindle Blueray Printable Discs; Brand: Taiyo Yuden; Review: I read all the reviews, I really like the genuine made in Japan disks. I am 1/2 way through the 30pak and have had No problems at all weather it be backing up complete computer systems or burning them full of movies, not one single error of any kind. I will definatly be buying more !!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Opolar LC05 Laptop Cooler with Vacuum Fan (Rapid Cooling, Auto-Temp Detection, 13 Wind Speed, Unique Clamp; Brand: OPOLAR; Review: As I wait for the arrival of my first server to arrive, I bought this cooler to help me to keep my 2.2 gigahertz Lenovo alive. Running it 24/7 fully overclocked to 3.1 gigahertz, using it as a server and doing heavy downloads the cpu package was hovering at 215 to 220 degrees Fahrenheit and that's with a small belken fan under it. I installed this fan kit, by itself the temperature has not made it over 204deg. On average the temps are 198deg, the average temps before were 217deg. That's a solid drop of 19deg. Nice setup, very effective.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lenovo LI2223s 21.5-Inch Screen FHD IPS LED-Lit Monitor; Brand: Lenovo; Review: What a beautiful monitor , graphics are pretty amazing. Absolutely no problems or complaints, would definatly recomend and will be buying another.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toshiba X300 5TB Performance Desktop and Gaming Hard Drive 7200 RPM 128MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5 Inch Internal Hard Drive; Brand: Toshiba; Review: They work great right out of the box, set 2 of them up on a Raid0 volume, time will tell, so far so good. Update; After a few months of 24-7 round the clock usage these drives work flawless and pass all tests. I do not see any of the negative comments re: Noise Or anything abnormal. I have 3 of the Toshiba Drives installed, a P300 3TB on the front side (drive C) and 2 of the X300 4TB running in a Raid 0 configuration. Just ordered another X300 Toshiba 4TB to be marked as a spare and will probably get one more and make a raid 5. Extremely well packaged, great product !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YUMQUA Y-10W 2.4 GHz Portable Finger Handheld Wireless USB Trackball Mouse for PC Laptop Mac Lovers; Brand: YUMQUA; Review: Nice product ! I call it my pistol mouse. My wife and I both have one, she is in Quickbooks all day on most days and she is a Fibromyalsia sufferer and she says this pistol mouse definatly helps her out by allowing her to use it in any position that she is comfortable in,. Personally, I can fly with it ! Just have to get iaed to it a little, it is definatly nice to have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sisun 3.5 inch Anti-Static HDD Storage Protection Case, 3.5" Hard Drive Protective Case - HDD Protector Box Grey/Purple/Yellow/Blue/Green; Brand: Sisun; Review: These are excellent cases, nothing to dislike what so ever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TCL 48FS3750 48-Inch 1080p Roku Smart LED TV (2016 Model); Brand: TCL; Review: When I told my wife I was replacing our 3yr old tv in our bedroom with this Roku 55in led tv she was skeptical, she said it wouldn't fit and there was nothing wrong with the 42in tv we have in there now. After relocating the wall mount and setting it up to run, the first words out of my wife was Wow, what a awesome picture and I must say that I was pleasantly surprised myself. Very easy to set up and a very simple remote that does a amazing job. Our camp is a happy camp!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toshiba OCZ Trion 150 480GB 2.5" 7mm SATA III Internal Solid State Drive TRN150-25SAT3-480G; Brand: Toshiba OCZ; Review: Perfect install, 0 trouble and excellent performance on both Laptop and D30 Think station, would i buy another ? in a heartbeat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cisco-Linksys USBBT100 Bluetooth USB Adapter; Brand: Linksys; Review: On a XP sp3 Lenovo R500 with Toshiba blue tooth stack software it is everything you could want.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: USB Type C to SATA Adapter Cable for 2.5" SATA SSD HDD, Support SATA III / II; Brand: Rosewill; Review: Very nicely contructed box, best I've seen. Works flawless and very quiet, so quiet i have to touch it to see if it's on. @present moment that enclosure has a 3TB Toshiba and the both of them are on their 16th hr of recovering my Server, thats when it really matters . On a request i would think it practical to at least offer a stand for : On the side usage.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BaoFeng UV-82HP High Power Dual Band Radio: 136-174mhz (VHF) 400-520mhz (UHF) Amateur (Ham) Portable Two-Way; Brand: BaoFeng; Review: Very pleasantly surprised. They work excellent and are of really decent quality !!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Escort Passport S55 Pro Radar and Laser Detector with DSP (High-Intensity Red Display) and Complete Mirror Mount Kit; Brand: Escort; Review: Wow, I cant believe all the ho hum and negative feedback on this unit. I use this in a truck the I am on the road with daily. 1st of all range. this unit picks up what ever the law enforcement is using so far out there that you could mistake it for a false alarm, that's a fact I have experienced every day that I have used it and not just on open flat ground. A radar detectors job is your immediate situation ! that's what matters. All the other stuff that it don't have, you don't need. I need a second unit and I am afraid to buy anything else because I know this one works better than anything I could have expected. False alarms, heres what I have found. I run a 7inch Garmin gps unit all the time and the Garmin must be placed 2 feet away from the detector. If it is mounted a little to close it will pickup random false alarms, if they are right next to each other the detector will run non stop. With 2 feet of separation, very seldom any false alarms 98% of what you pick up will be the real thing. My trucking operation is running 24 7 and my younger drivers feedback on this has been outstanding.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony HDRAZ1VR/W Action Camera Mini Kit with Live View Remote; Brand: Sony; Review: I use this as a load camera for asphalt milling at night and use a 10 inch visor mounted tablet and direct WiFi so to load it high and heavy, front to back. I also use a auxiliary cell phone battery power for 12 hour use, mounted on velcro, works fantastic; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SR SUN ROOM NEW Dual Channel LCD Display Charger For Sony NP-F550 NP-F570 NP-F750 NP-F770 NP-F930 NP-F950 NP-F960 NP-F970 NP-FM55H; Brand: SR SUN ROOM; Review: Does what it says, it even took some really old sony cam batteries that i was going to throw away and charged them 100%. Switch to any adaptor for any battery, nice unit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highfine 2 x 6dBi 2.4GHz 5GHz Dual Band WiFi RP-SMA Antenna + 2 x 35cm U.fl; Brand: HIGHFINE; Review: plug ends to circuit board is garbage and that is where this order wound up; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer DEH-X8800BHS CD Receiver with MIXTRAX, Bluetooth, HD Radio and SiriusXM Ready; Brand: Pioneer; Review: This is one of those products that i can say does not match the negative reviews with re to illumination or being able to see it. It has some really nice colors to select from and i have no trouble at all seeing it. To go a step further, the illumination is the best of Any stereo product I've owned. Read the owners manual briefly, wired it up turned it on. Impressive audio quality ! I have it hooked up on the pre outs to a 9606D pioneer mono block driving a Massive alpine sub (it's 12 inch but weighs like 40 lbs) in a bazooka tube enclosure, vibrates your eyeballs. There is a high end selection of individual sound settings. Advanced features, some that i use bt audio, sound quality excellent, once paired it auto hooks and starts AND the music is fully controlled from the deck, real easy to forget your phone is playing music but this feature lets you use your phone for other stuff so if you want to change your misic you don't have to open a app and hassel with your phone. Another big deal flr me because my fingers are big was the location of the SRC button, its fat and easy to push without looking. The other big deal for me was having separated buttons for song control meaning there is a space inbetween the two instead of two buttons really close together. I could go on and on, for me this is a 100% satisfaction buy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Favehotel Tanah Abang Cideng; City: Jakarta Java; Review: I stayed at this hotel during my 3 weeks-stay in Jakarta. The hotel is very new and is furnished very comfortably. The staff was always very friendly and responsive to all my requests. The breakfast is also very good. The hotel is quite near to Plaza Indonesia and to Glodok. I would definitely recommend this hotel for people to stay here. P.S. Special thanks to Putri who always kept my room clean and nice!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Favehotel Tanah Abang Cideng; City: Jakarta Java; Review: During my last visits the Hotel went under the name Neo Hotel - and now changed to Favehotel. But still everything is allright. The staff is very helpful and the rooms are clean. So for me it's a perfect place for my visits to Jakarta. I want to say an extra thank you to Putri - who, as usual, took good care of my room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Inn Hotel Karlsruhe Siemensallee by Comfort; City: Karlsruhe Baden Wurttemberg; Review: The Hotel is a litte outside the city - but it's only about 150 m from the tram-Station - so you can get quite easily in to town. The bed was excellent - and the room very clean. A free bottle of water was also included.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BM Bavaria Motel Munchen Freiham; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: Hotel is new and clean and everything is very functional. The rooms in my opinion are a little too small. But for just sleeping there it's alright. A tramway station is nearby - so you can easily access the city.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hirsch Hotel Gehrung; City: Ostfildern Baden Wurttemberg; Review: Good Hotel situated on the Fildern. Subway station is not too far away - so you can easily access Stuttgart. Parking may be a little complicated - sometimes there are not enough places. Good choice of buns and bread for breakfast; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Budget Augsburg City; City: Augsburg Swabia Bavaria; Review: I stayed there for one week. The rooms are alright and the bed is also alright. Parking is also no problem. Because the hotel is situated next to a gas station and a car wash it is quite noisy! The rooms at first sight are clean - but looking at the ceiling and in the angles it could be better!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seminaris Seehotel Potsdam; City: Potsdam Brandenburg; Review: The Hotel is nicely situated at the Templiner Lake and a little outside of Potsdam - so it's rather quiet. My room was big and clean - bathroom was very nice! The breakfast-buffet has a wide variety of fruit, buns, sausages, eggs etc.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premiere Classe Kassel; City: Kassel Hesse; Review: Hotel is situated close to the highway - so if you want to sleep with windows open you'll always hear the traffic noise. On the other hand it's perfectly located for a stop over. Rooms are clean and the staff was very friendly!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Port; City: Rotterdam South Holland Province; Review: The hotel is run by a turkish family and they are very much caring so that you can enjoy your stay. The room we had was clean and alright. Bed was good. The hotel is well located and the city is within walking distance.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CONTEL Hotel Koblenz; City: Koblenz Rhineland Palatinate; Review: We were there for two days (one night) and everything was alright. Service is very friendly - the rooms are spacious and clean. They also have a good choice of fruit, cereals, chees and sausages for breakfast. The outside and inside may look a little strange but it's worth a try.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Landhaus Wolf; City: Schwabisch Hall Baden Wurttemberg; Review: We had a room in the "old" part of the hotel and our room was a not so spacious - but the bathroom was very nice. Room was clean. The breakfast they serve is very good - a good choice of fruit; yoghurt, sausages, cheese, scrambled egg and so on; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Motel One Rostock; City: Rostock Mecklenburg West Pomerania; Review: New and modern Hotel. Nicely situated next to a park - and only a few meters from the city. The rooms are not so spacious - but for one person it's alright. Everything is very clean - and I slept very well in my bed. The only thing I was annoyed of is the parking situation - there are no free public parking places nearby - so you are almost forced to take a parking place in the hotel - and they take 12 EUR per night :-(; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Weissenburg; City: Billerbeck North Rhine Westphalia; Review: once or twice a year I stay in this hotel and always enjoy the hospitality, the service and the food. The rooms are spacious enough and clean. The food they serve in the restaurant is very good - and they also have a great choice of cakes in the afternoon for coffee.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motel One Muenchen East Side; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: Hotel is clean and comfortable. The room is not very spacious. But alright if you are just sleeping there - for a holiday stay in my opinion not suitable . The Hotel is situated ideally - next to the tramway and a subway station - so you can get everywhere from here.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Schnehagen; City: Soltau Lower Saxony; Review: My room was clean and the bed alright so it was the right choice for a stop-over on my way to Hamburg. The hotel is not far away from the motorway - but still far away to be very calm! The room and bathroom are not very spacious :-(; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Schlee; City: Schaftlarn Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: Room and bathroom were clean and the bed was alright. The hotel is situated next to the suburban train so on one side you have a good connection - but on the other hand you can hear the train in the night/morning - so it's a little bit disturbing. And my room was not really spacious.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Park Inn by Radisson Neumarkt; City: Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz Upper Palatinate Bavaria; Review: I had a room in the third floor and everything was very excellent. Cleanliness was alright. The room was very spacious. Service very friendly and always looking for us. Breakfast is also very good! So all in all it was a very pleasant stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Utrecht Papendorp; City: Utrecht; Review: Clean room, free wifi, free car parking. The bed was a little too soft for me - but alright. The breakfast was good. The only thing disappointing were the cooked eggs - they were already cold even when brought directly from the kitchen. With the bus (the stop is nearby) you are in 10 minutes at central station.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seminaris Hotel Luneburg; City: Luneburg Lower Saxony; Review: It was the second time I was there - and both times my stay was alright. The rooms are very spacious and clean - the bed is good. On the other hand the service in the restaurant could be better and a little bit more friendly.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: Hotel is close to the airport - and there is a shuttle service every 30 minutes. The rooms are spacious and very clean. Bathroom is really comfortable. So everything there to enjoy your stay. I can only recommend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Sueno Celeste B B; City: Bijagua de Upala Province of Alajuela; Review: Daniel and Dominque spoke excellent english and were exceptionally friendly, hospitable and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they made numerous phone calls to help us make our arrangements while we were staying there. Each evening they greeted us to see how our day had been. They were genuinely interested what we had done and how we had enjoyed the day. The rooms were spotlessly clean and spacious. Dominique's artistic flair ensured the rooms were creatively and beautifully arranged even with a vase of fresh flowers. Breakfast each day was fresh, wholesome and very tasty. The menu each day was different and the food exquisitely presenteson the plate. They even put fruit bowls out in the garden for us to watch the birds to feed while we ate our breakfast. It is a good base for the surrounding area with many diverse activities available. we can't recommmend the highly enough.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mexico City Hostel; City: Mexico City Central Mexico and Gulf Coast; Review: We stayed in a double room with ensuite. This hostel is centrally located with very clean & spacious rooms. The staff sepak excellent English & are helpful. The buffet breakfast is plentiful & nutritious with yoghurt, fresh fruit, eggs, toast, tea & coffee. We didn't encounter any street noise issues.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Casa Coky; City: Trinidad Sancti Spiritus Province Cuba; Review: Lisve & Albe are wonderfully hospitable hosts who speak excellent English & are very helpful with organising activities in & around Trinidad. Their casa is centrally located to the old town, very clean & with a lovely greenery in their courtyard. The delicious breakfast was extensive with fresh fruit & juices, eggs, toast & homemade marmalade & cakes. We would definitely recommend this casa.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Imka Trinity Retreat; City: Storms River Tsitsikamma National Park Eastern Cape; Review: These are lovely rooms, spotlessly clean with excellent self catering kitchen facilities. Kitty was most welcoming & helpful with information. She was very obliging with supplying water & a few other items we needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capricorn Rest Camp; City: Namib Naukluft Park Khomas Region; Review: Karsten was a very welcoming host who provided a delicious dinner & breakfast on his front verandah overlooking his garden. The camp is run on solar power, so power is limited but plenty of hot water. The rooms are very clean but basic. There is no internet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Etosha Village; City: Etosha National Park Oshikoto Region; Review: This place is terrible. It is hot & dusty. The rooms (tents) were not serviced once during our 3 nights. For the price I would have expected the beds to be made & maybe a clean towell too. Some other travellers had ants in their bed. The security of the tent was poor. The bathroom was outside which meant you had to find the key & unlock the door in the middle of the night to go to the toilet. The food in the restaurant was highly overpriced for the quality. In the restaurant we sat on long bench seats a bit like you would expect at a children's school camp. The lighting for the long walk back to the rooms (tents) was poorly lit. Some of the staff were friendly but others were apathetic & unhelpful. Ramon, the safari truck guide was absolutley fabulous. He really knew his animals & their habits & where to find them.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ranthambore Vatika Resort; City: Sawai Madhopur Sawai Madhopur District Rajasthan; Review: We just loved this resort. It was set in gorgeous gardens and the rooms were spotlessly clean. The staff were all friendly. Devendra the manager couldn't do enough for us. He was so humble, generous and obliging. He tried hard to get us a good zone for our tiger safari, organised some onward travel for us and even googled some recipes and printed them for us. The chef Kamles Saini cooked some delicious meals for us. The flavours were absolutely amazing. You will love it here - so relaxing. They even have an open fire burning in the garden at night with chairs arranged around it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shiva guest house; City: Varanasi Varanasi District Uttar Pradesh; Review: The staff here are exceptionally helpful and obliging. They couldn't do enough for us. They run reasonably priced sunrise boat trips. The rooms are a bit small and pokey but cheap. Hot water is a bit hit and miss.The rooms are reasonably cheap; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Golden Marigold Hotel; City: Jaisalmer Jaisalmer District Rajasthan; Review: This hotel is extremely basic. The rooms are quite clean but very noisy. You can have a hot shower at night if you give the staff 1.5 hours notice to ignite the boiler and for the water to heat. The staff are friendly but speak very little English, so communication is difficult. They are sweet boys running the place though. They offered us chai at 9 PM, we said no and they brought some to us at 10.15pm after we had gone to bed. Everything is slow. If you need toilet paper or soap it will take at least 30 minutes to come. The only common area is about 2 metres by 2 metres, too small to do anything in. The internet connection is almost non existent. There are dirty, open drains running outside the hotel. It is reasonably centrally located to the fort with many nearby restaurants. I think there are many better options available.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Broadway Hotel; City: Kolkata Calcutta Kolkata District West Bengal; Review: This hotel was brilliantly located in a central city location. The service was friendly. The rooms were clean but very basic and sparse. We were provided with buckets for hotwater to wash with. At first this was a bit disconcerting but we got used to it and it was quite effective. There are several restaurants in the cross street and ATMs not too far away.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tiger Trails Resort; City: Tala Bandhavgarh National Park Umaria District Madhya Pradesh; Review: We were warmly welcomed when we arrived at 10pm by the staff and presented with a delicious freshly cooked 3 course meal. The chef at Tiger Trails was exceptional and we ate some of the best food of our time in India. Shreekant the manager was very obliging and helpful with onward information. He even promised to send us some of the chef's recipes. The staff were all courteous and friendly. The rooms were lovely, well serviced and spotlessly cleaned. The report grounds were also well kept.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HOTEL AKAAL RESIDENCY; City: Amritsar Amritsar District Punjab; Review: The staff here could not do enough for us. They were helpful, polite, courteous and attentive. The rooms were spotlessly clean and serviced daily including complimentary products. The shower had a good flow of hot water. I would rate the hotel as equivalent to a 3 star hotel in Australia. It is located about a 5 minute walk from the Golden Temple (make sure you visit it both at night and during the day); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Greenwoods Inn Bar; City: McLeod Ganj Dharamsala Kangra District Himachal Pradesh; Review: This hotel was wonderful. The staff were very attentive, friendly and helpful, the rooms were spotlessly clean and spacious with amazing views over the mountains. The food cooked was absolutely delicious - try the Spanish breakfast, it's tasty and big enough for 2 people. The internet connection was reasonable. It is located a little north of Dharamsala & McLeod Ganj in the village of Bhangsu. You will love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: MaxPower 12656 Recoil Starter Assembly Replaces Tecumseh 590746, 590748, 590748A, 590788; Brand: Rotary; Review: If you are a contractor that would depend on this part to work try another one the tines that engage the flywheel are cheaply made . I installed this on one of our snowblowers with electric start as a backup . If you pull to hard the tines will bend.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lunchpail 3 Hummingbird Feeder Aqua; Brand: PARASOL; Review: Wife liked it very much well built; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Land & Sea Angry Face Tree Decoration; Brand: Land & Sea; Review: The mounting hardware on the back is cheap cheap cheap. It will not last it is a small indoor picture hanger with tiny screws that came loose. A strong wind or a squirrel will knock it off tree Also paint was peeling Made in China.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: OTC Tree Face Bird Feeder - Outdoor & Garden Decor; Brand: OTC; Review: This is also a product that won't last long the mount holes in the back are poorly cast in takes a tiny screw . Very cheap materials; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rain Bird 25PJDAC Brass Impact Sprinkler, Adjustable 20° - 360° Pattern, 20 - 41' Spray Distance; Brand: Rain Bird; Review: You need good water pressure for this to work 50PSI; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Orbit 56667N Zinc Impact Sprinkler on Tripod Base; Brand: Orbit; Review: WELL I was impressed I have always used ground sprinklers this is sturdy I did put a rain bird head on big difference with range. If you do a lot of watering this tripod is great adjust to uneven ground when fed with a 3/4 inch hose great range; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chapin International 61575 Chapin Euro Style Backpack Bleach and Disinfectant Poly Sprayer Great for Mold Remediation and General Cleaning; Brand: Chapin International; Review: Very awkward to use if you are 6 foot handle seems short ahd not enough harness room 5 employees gave it a try none were satisfied; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Outsidepride Chicory Wildflower Seed - 5000 Seeds; Brand: Outsidepride; Review: 3 locations did not grow well mix of dry manure and top soil; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pet Trek Walker; Brand: Pet Trek; Review: This water canteen is great! I have had no problems with snapping on and off the water dish. It fits nice cross body on me when I walk, and in the Virginia heat, my dog needs it! She knows its walk time when I grab this more than the leash! I'd reccommend it to any dog owner!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ethical Products Dog Cat Food Can Cover, 3.5-Inches (Set of 3); Brand: Ethical Pet; Review: These work great. I mainly use them for my dog's food, but have used them for cans of stock before. The rubber/plastic has held up well, even after using/washing at least 4 times a week.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ethical Products Dog Cat Food Can Cover, 3.5-Inches (Set of 3); Brand: Ethical Products; Review: These work great. I mainly use them for my dog's food, but have used them for cans of stock before. The rubber/plastic has held up well, even after using/washing at least 4 times a week.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nutro Max Senior Dog Food, Natural Chicken Meal And Rice 30 Lbs.; Brand: Nutro; Review: My dog is 11 and has recently become very picky about her food. She eats this up! Buy from Amazon as opposed to the major dog retail stores, as it's much cheaper.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Chemistry Dental Cleanse Oral Hygiene Treatment for Dogs 16-Ounce; Brand: Natural Chemistry; Review: My dog is 11 and has periodontal disease. She is too old to go under anesthesia, so I have to do what I can to keep her clean. This is a great product to add to the regime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fresh Dog Waterless Bath Foam Shampoo for Dogs and Puppies, 6-Ounce; Brand: Fresh Dog; Review: It doesn't foam as much as I'd think it would, but it's alright. Smells citrusy.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Diamond Naturals Real Meat Recipe Premium Specialty Senior Dry Dog Food Cage Free Chicken; Brand: Diamond Pet Foods; Review: You can buy this at your local Tractor Supply Company for just a couple bucks cheaper if need be. My dog is 12 and has pretty severe periodontal disease, these bits are small enough so there's no problem. Also, I have noticed a change in her energy since we switched, in a good way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Furhaven Pet Dog Bed | Mattress Pet Bed for Dogs & Cats - Available in Multiple Colors & Styles; Brand: Furhaven Pet; Review: 13 year old dog loves it. Rich brown color. To be fair, she sleeps on anything, but she has yet to complain about the bed. It was really a purchase to make me feel like I'm doing right by her :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Ali (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Save the Last Dance (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legend: The Director's Cut (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: America's Sweethearts (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Knight (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Not Another Teen Movie (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Corky Romano (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: She's All That (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tribulation (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Revelation (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Max Keeble's Big Move (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Dreams May Come (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Musketeer (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bring It On (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Bonus Material (1975); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 8 Seconds (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Training Day (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Van Wilder (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joy Ride (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joe Somebody (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Picture Perfect (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Dogs (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Bonus Material (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clockstoppers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wagons East (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Blade 2 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riding in Cars with Boys (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Two-Lane Blacktop (1971); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drop Dead Fred (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curly Sue (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mannequin (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Walk in the Clouds (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angels in the Outfield (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Where the Heart Is (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Business (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride 2 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Summer Catch (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sibling Rivalry (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Home Viewing Version) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Holland's Opus (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bionicle: Mask of Light: The Movie (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Analyze That (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Liberty (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Haunted Mansion (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Baby's Daddy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Bounce (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Ten Yards (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girl Next Door (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Win a Date with Tad Hamilton! (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: White Chicks (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Punisher (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Score (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intermission (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Van Helsing (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Movie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garfield: The Movie (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New York Minute (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ricochet (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Preacher's Wife (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courage Under Fire (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Envy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Black Book (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laws of Attraction (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Case Closed: Season 5 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Case Closed: Season 4 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Clone Wars: Vol. 1 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: ENDURANCE: SHACKLETON'S INCREDIBLE VOYAGE by Lansing, Alfred ( Author ) on Apr-24-1999[ Paperback ]; Author: Visit Amazon's Alfred Lansing Page; Review: I read this while on a nice, warm Caribbean cruise, eating plenty of great food, and having every need catered to. So that made this story all that more intense and almost unbelievable, if it weren't taken right from the diaries and interviews of those who were there. These guys went from the already uncomfortable, into a bad situation, into a worse situation, into the most dire and dangerous situation you could imagine. And despite the numerous personality quirks and interpersonal strife, they gutted it out, and all came back alive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anthem; Author: Visit Amazon's Ayn Rand Page; Review: This book is a quick read, but so worth it, and so relevant for our times. The consequences of elevating the 'community' over the individual, and of centralized command-and-control government are chillingiy laid out. This is a good pick for liberals and progressives and those who look to the government for economic security and their personal welfare.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bastiat's "The Law" (Occasional Paper, 123); Author: Visit Amazon's Frederic Bastiat Page; Review: Beautifully and succinctly describes everything that is wrong with government, then and now. The perfect book for liberals, elitists and do-gooders with short attention spans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Law: The Classic Blueprint for a Free Society; Author: Visit Amazon's Frederic Bastiat Page; Review: Beautifully and succinctly describes everything that is wrong with government, then and now. The perfect book for liberals, elitists and do-gooders with short attention spans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atlas Shrugged; Author: Visit Amazon's Ayn Rand Page; Review: The themes covered in this book are timeless, and apply more and more in today's world even compared to when she wrote it. I read this primarily as allegorical, the main characters representative of industries, innovations, government agencies, special interests, unions, academia and the other key players in modern economic society. Her characterization of what she refers to as the 'looters' is spot-on. Her read of the steady erosion of property rights and economic freedoms, and the growth of government and regulatory practices is equally prescient. But the book needs some serious editing; it is way longer than necessary, the writing is a bit stilted, verbose, and disorganized in places. There are sections I frankly just skimmed, thinking to myself, "alright already, I get it, I get it, can we please move on?". I'm still glad I read it, I just wish I had some of those hours back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: For Whom the Bell Tolls; Author: ernest hemingway; Review: Feel totally ripped off here. This is an abridged book, but nowhere does it say that on Amazon. I'm sure the original is better. It's not even a well-done abridgement. Obviously I haven't read the unabridged book, but I've read enough Hemingway to know that an awful lot of the richness of his characters is missing.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: People of the Book; Author: Geraldine Brooks; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: What secrets lie in the pages of a sixty million dollar 500 year old book? Geraldine Brooks tells the story of the real Sarajevo Haddagah in her latest novel, People of the Book. Through CSI-style technical research during the book restoration process, clues to the books orgins, owner's and secrets spill out over centuries. No topic is off limits, as Brooks humanizes some of histories great intolerant atrocities. One comes to expect an informative read from this particular author, but I was absolutely blown away by this book. This book was a thoroughly enjoyable read. The deft structuring of the novel consumed me from page one--and had me sneaking in short readings wherever and whenever I could. I'm highly recommending it as one of the best I've read this year (so far).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prep; Author: Curtis Sittenfeld; Genres: romance, young-adult, fiction; Review: In this coming of age story, an ordinary girl fights to succeed in the most extraordinary environment. Fourteen-year-old scholarship student Lee attempts to achieve greatness by enrolling in a prestigious boarding school. Besides the typical teenage girl drama (read boys and friends), she ends up battling mediocrity, loneliness, and class issues. Lee is written with an authenticity that will make you cringe as she conjures memories of you as a high school student. She's written with the unmistakable blend of vulnerability, narcissism, and naivete that defines the teenage girl. The novel is undeniably chick lit, and may not offer much to the male reader, but is a relatable and modern coming of age novel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Senator's Wife; Author: Sue Miller; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This novel opens as a newlywed couple purchase their first home, a half of a duplex next to the prestigious Senator Naughton and his wife. As they struggle through their firsts--house, fights, children, etc; they probe into the life and marriage of the Senator and his wife Delia. The story is also told through Delia's perspective as she grapples with a long term marriage, the after affects of infidelity and forgiveness. Both marriages are in turmoil yet salted with moments of genuine affection. The characters endure through decades contrasting and commenting on both marriages, and make a comment on love and relationships in general. This book dispenses some amazing and humorous moments. The relationships within the story are commendably honest. The character of Delia is spunky and adorable, and her unwavering love is admirable. But most of the book was just too hard to read. There was a lot of sex, but it was more off putting then sexy. And sex on some level is written into almost every description in the story. This one line simile may be a contender for the worst ever written, "Her wild white hair was an aureole around her face." I almost couldn't get past that one. The book also excuses infidelity and dishonesty with minimal consequences for the main characters. The story also suffers from structural issues. The plot structure jumps back and forth through time awkwardly. The way Miller executes this and through excessive foreshadowing; there are absolutely no surprises in the book. Finally the book culminates in such a mildly disturbing and strange way, it leaves the reader almost exhausted. Unless you're a big Sue Miller fan, you might want to skip this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Reading Lolita in Tehran; Author: Azar Nafisi; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books The title of this memoir/literary criticism hybrid delivers exactly what it promises. A teacher dares to challenge an unimaginably oppressive Muslin regime, by reading "Western" classical fiction at a time when all thing "Western" was either illegal or openly despised. As Azar Nafisi strives to educate her students, we get a unique perspective on some of our beloved novels. How do you teach Lolita about the disturbing rape and forced captivity of a 12 year old, when the legal age for marriage in Iran is nine? How do you approach Gatsby when adultery is a crime, western excess is shunned and of all things you have to be worried about your veil slipping off when your gestures become too animated? Nafisi handles all this in stride. Finding courage in her favorite heroines, and instilling passion in her students as all great teachers become accustomed. The literary criticism, moments and theories alone are enough to make the book a worthwhile read for fellow lit junkies. The book is full of relatable moments as the students grapple with the literature and characters. A standout scene involves a stringent Islamic Revolutionary using an EE Cummings poem to woo his unrequited lady love. This setting is Tehran however so not all scenes are so light, there are doses of executions, rape, and shameless brutality, but Nafisi masterfully balances the tone; keeping the reader enthralled through several genres of storytelling. You'll want to read this one as your favorite authors and novels inspire so many different women to pursue their own dreams even if at tremendous costs. In a word memorable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Gate House; Author: Nelson DeMille; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: The Gate House by Nelson DeMille Upon his return to the Gold Coast, John Sutter is headed for a happy ending. After a scandalous affair that destroyed his marriage and way of life ten years ago, it seems he has reconnected with his ex-wife, Susan, the love of his life. He's able to forgive her affair with a Mafia Don even though it led to her murdering her lover and plunging John into misery and humiliation. But he's not the only person to resurface...his wife's ex lover's son is bent on revenge. And his ex-wife's horrible parents want to thwart any chance of a reconciliation. As John battles for his life back, he learns there are still many secrets left to be revealed. What's Good: Be forewarned--this novel is instantly consuming. DeMille's conversational style of narration captivates the reader. The novel is a cross genre success: part social commentary, part suspense novel, and with a fair amount of romance; this book is simply fun to read. You also won't need to pick up the prequel The Gold Coast (though you may want to), as DeMille quickly sucks you into John Sutter's world. I hope I'm not alone in the hopes of another sequel. What's Bad: Almost nothing, but the book does stretch on for 670+ pages. So be prepared to devote a good block of time and possible late nights to this worthy treasure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Believers; Author: Zoe Heller; Genres: fiction; Review: Sometimes the end justifies the read; this ending for me was a good one. The Believers by Zoe Heller, is the tale of a family at a cross roads. When the family's patriarch collapses, the family starts to unravel quite quickly. The book presents a cross section of the things people believe in: marriage, religion, values, ourselves, family, etc... It also examines and tests the character's faith in their beliefs during tumultuous times. There were times I definitely wanted to put the book down. The biggest contention was one of the novel's central characters, Audrey, who is horrid at times. She is awful to her children and hypo and hypercritical of everyone else. And due to the novel's structure we are forced to feel her presence in every chapter. My strong reaction to Audrey, is a good example of how well characterized the novel is. The Litvinoff family is alive. As a counterpoint to my dislike of Audrey, I quickly adored Karla her daughter. She's a welcome breath of readability in a sea of self important brats. While some of the other plot lines don't really take off for me, and the big surprise is a little expected, I can't emphasize how the tie up is worth picking up the book. Even if Audrey can't entirely redeem herself, you can at least see how it works out for Carla; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Weight of a Mustard Seed: An Iraqi General's Moral Journey During the Time of Saddam; Author: Wendell Steavenson; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Because Wendell Stevenson not only hops manically between decade and circumstance, but she also assumes her audience knows a great deal of Iraqi culture, military and political history. Because the ideas present here are not unbiased although Stevenson is a journalist. And finally because this book is as much about Kamel Sachet as any Iraqi Stevenson could interview. I'll do you a favor and give you and sum up THE WEIGHT OF THE MUSTARD SEED General Sachet was an important Iraqi general who ascended the ranks of power by slowly compromising his morality. He was the same as most Iraqi's being that he either committed heinous crimes or witnessed such crimes being committed and did nothing. All those interviewed pushed the agenda of the regime and reaped the rewards did so not for political gain but because they were afraid for their families and their honor. Iraqis will be Iraqis, and they are very good at being duplicitous, so the rest of the world should simply let them handle it. All in all, I had a tough time getting through this book. It was neither compelling nor particularly informative.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pandora's Daughter; Author: Iris Johansen; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Pandora's Daughter The sweet and independent Dr. Megan Blair has her life under control. Or she did until she is nearly murdered. And it just gets worse...could the same monster that killed her mother years ago be after her? When a sexy stranger appears out of the blue to save her, Megan isn't sure who she can trust. Then there's the new physic ability she's discovered and can't yet control--only her life depends on it. Soon the stakes get direr still as the fates of the only people she loves are thrown into the mix. Megan sets out on an international chase deeper into her past to try and determine her future. At times the plot veers a little predictable and formulaic, but it's hard not to enjoy this fast paced suspense novel. Iris Johansen has delivered a nice amount of steam and intrigue that doesn't disappoint.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Enemy's Cradle; Author: Sara Young; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: My Enemy's Cradle Sara Young's debut novel opens in Occupied Holland. After her mother's tragic death and her father and brother's disappearance, half Jewish and blond Cryla, is passing as Dutch and living with her mother's family. As the rules for Jews become increasingly stricter and the risk becomes too great, she finds a way into the exclusive Lebensborn program. Lebensborn, the cradle of life, is a German ran maternity house that breeds future soldiers for the glory of Germany. "The pram is mightier than the tank," or so they say. In order to successfully navigate the program she will need to pose as her cousin, become pregnant, and hide her heritage. Everyday will be a fight to survive, and if she does she still has to escape... Though brave and determined Cyrla is left with very few people she can trust, many secrets, and certain death to her and her loved ones if she is caught. The story is part historical romance and greater parts an uneasy reminder into one of history's dark periods. Although the subject matter at time is unsettling, the novel is packed with suspense and surprises.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Junkie: A Memoir; Author: Rachel Resnick; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Desperate and at times disturbing--Love Junkie is a memoir that is almost too honest. Resnick, a forty year old writer, is our junkie. The book recounts her relationships from childhood to middle age as evidence of her love addiction. An addiction she claims is as gripping as heroin. Resnick opens her story by describing scenes in which her mother threw herself at men while neglecting her children, and segues into history vividly repeating itself over a string of Resnick's own failed relationships. She lives her life choosing one ill-suited mate after another in a frantic need to be loved. She pushes herself beyond her limits in a constant pursuit of an intimacy that evades her. When it comes to sex and love, she has absolutely no control over herself. She tirelessly pursues affection at any cost. Resnick lays out her history for the reader to devour and judge in a completely straightforward way. The author at times is unlikable but her story is too well told to deny. Her memories range from heart wrenchingly sad to completely outrageous, and at times scarily relatable. The book ends without warning and with questionable hope for the author's fate, but unnaturally haunts the reader long after the story's completion.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Losing Everything; Author: David Lozell Martin; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: David Mozel Martin, distinguished and successful writer, acknowledges his life used to be great, in fact almost perfect. When his luck takes a turn, he compounds his misfortunes with further bad decisions. He starts to lose the things he cares about and the life he loves piece by piece. With some perspective he narrates rather vividly how his life became hell, and how he put it back together. Martin peppers in some stories of his childhood as possible theories for his behavior, and some life lessons for good measure. As part of his style he also mentions what he should have done at most junctures. The story is a well-told brief cautionary tale that ends up advocating somewhat for personal responsibility without too much depth.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Voluntary Madness: My Year Lost and Found in the Loony Bin; Author: Norah Vincent; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: In Norah Vincent's last book she describes disguising herself and living as a man in every way imaginable for six months. She concludes that book by committing herself to a mental institution. Tough to top? Not for Vincent who turned that experience into the idea for this memoir. She would commit herself into three mental health facilities, and dish out all the dirty details of mental health facilities from the patient perspective. She easily gets herself committed into her first public health facility and begins to recount colorful stories about her fellow mental patients and scathing criticisms about the hypocrisy of the system. Only Vincent is no stranger to mental demons. She is currently taking Prozac for a history of depression and medication to aide sleep. When she stops taking her medication, she falls into a depression. So before she can commit herself into her next facility, the book then takes a turn. While it still punches at mental health procedure, it mostly becomes the author's personal internal struggle to heal herself. Although the author does make progress and delivers some jewels about modern treatment methods worth considering, the novel falls short of the salacious premise originally embarked upon.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Heretic's Daughter; Author: Kathleen Kent; Genres: history, young-adult, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: If you can get past the creepy cover art, you may enjoy this retelling of the Salem Witch Trials. The narrator is the young Sarah Carrier who has just moved to Salem, and is forced to contend with the witch terror gripping the town at the time. This harsh coming of age story is told in a time where family squabbles, neighborly disputes, and mild forms of fortune were causes for condemnation. Using a child to try and make sense of what is happening is heart breaking and genius. The details framing the hysteria and the treatment of witches are vivid and obviously well researched. The characters are well developed and honestly flawed. Kathleen Kent is a promising historical fiction writer. That said--the novel's structure lacks continuity; it begins as a letter to a relative, but doesn't finish that way. The telling also alludes to several historical incidents involving the Carrier Family which never sufficiently materialize. This book Overall the book is more of a very good read, and less of an eye opener regarding the trials. The message is a little obvious--the Witch Trials were BAD, and unless you are almost completely devoid of knowledge on the subject, you won't learn anything new.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Honeymoon in Tehran: Two Years of Love and Danger in Iran; Author: Azadeh Moaveni; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: This book is a truly excellent memoir. If you're looking for a memoir that details the struggles and censorship that modern Iranians (particularly women) are facing, it delivers. It is chock full of complicated patriotism, scathing social observations and balanced political commentary. But if contemporary romance is your thing, it has that too. The novel spans two years as President Ahmadinejad rises to power, and the author meets the love of her life. I won't spoil the ridiculous and creative ways in which she is oppressed and frankly harassed, but to say it isn't easy to start a family in Tehran. It's obviously well-written, as Moaveni is an accomplished journalist and author. And for me, the best parts of Azadeh Moaveni's Honeymoon in Tehran are when her journalistic approach to her tale slips, and we are treated to her voice as a woman and a mom delivering the story's most powerful moments. Highly recommended!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jewel of Medina; Author: Sherry Jones; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: The Jewel of Medina Sherry Jones The Jewel of Medina by Sherry Jones is set in the founder of Islam, the Prophet Muhammad's harim and the plot consists of the battle to win his favor. The story is told entirely from the point of view of A'isha, Muhammad's most beloved bride amongst a bevy of beautiful wives. Married at nine she is affectionately called "child bride", and as such her position in the harim is constantly undermined. As she navigates the politics of Muhammad's harim, she is embroiled in controversies, intrigues and betrayals. As she comes of age, A'isha tests the concepts of faith and love. A book for Muslims and Non-Muslims alike, Jones' subject matter is absorbing. A'isha is a strong central heroine who you can't help but root for. For example, I've never rooted so hard for a pre-teen to consummate her marriage (as disturbing as that is). Jones' admits some liberties, but also educates genuinely educates her reader about Muhammad's times and the origins of Islam. Though billed as historical fiction, the language leans a little flowery, and at times the story's tension will remind you of a romance novel. And beware--some readers will find some of the subject matter offensive. But if you're a fan of the "histomance" genre, this book is definitely recommended. But do be prepared for a cliff hanger ending, and the anticipation of Jones' second book in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon; Author: David Grann; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: The Lost City of Z by David Grann is exceptional book that I can altogether recommend to every variety of reader. This well-rendered and deeply researched biography of Percy Fawcett, centers on his all consuming obsession with the Lost City of Z (evidence of a great but forgotten jungle civilization), the international fever that follows his mysterious disappearance and some of the more exciting tidbits of Grann's journey to piece together Fawcett's tale. The book is unrelenting in its portrayal of everything Fawcett--you will find yourself deep in the Amazonian Jungle from the first page and racing through the subsequent pages to a surprising conclusion. It boasts unbelievably TRUE stories of savages, cannibalism, kidnappings, murder, torture, mutiny, starvation, massive hoaxes, madness and exotic deaths. Not only is this a astonishing biography, it's also a fantastic adventure story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Joker One: A Marine Platoon's Story of Courage, Leadership, and Brotherhood; Author: Donovan Campbell; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I should disclose this was not only my first book on Iraq, but the first war memoir I have ever read. I'm not even exactly sure what made me pick it up or that I would make it through the first few chapters. As a housewife, I have as little in common with your typical marine as anyone. But this book is excellent. The consummately humble Campbell tells the story of his platoon, Joker One, from it's inception through deployment to Iraqi city of Ramadi for a nine month peace keeping mission. The reader is presented with a straightforward and honest account of war from the men who fought it. Campbell writes with grace and humor telling us of the platoon's growing pains and mistakes as well as his short comings as a leader. He takes the time to walk the reader through military basics and the political setting of Ramadi making the story accessible without over politicizing or romanticizing his work. There is plenty of action, though nothing is gritty, and the book brims with poignant moments. I doubt it is possible to finish this book without renewed appreciation for the sacrifices our men make out of love for each other and our country. If you've ever wondered how service men keep their lives, faith and humanity--read this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blonde Roots; Author: Bernardine Evaristo; Genres: history, young-adult, poetry, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: When I read this book's description, I thought: Wow! What a genuinely interesting, creative, and fresh idea for a novel. And Elle Magazine, my barometer for books I'd probably enjoy, praised it. Yet I was disappointed. The story is slow paced. It alternates between two points of view, the heroine (a white slave girl) and our antagonist (a black slave trader). But for some reason the heroine is dull at best, and the slave trader is witty making for a disturbing debate of whom to root for. The author must be commended for creating an entirely new world. A world which is complete with made up words and places. Though the attempt is imaginative, the effect is irritating and confusing. I also couldn't place a timeline for when these events take place...modern day or two hundred years ago? There are arguments for each both. Finally in order to turn slavery on its ear, the author throws every white and black stereotype I can think of at the reader. All of this treads to an abrupt and anticlimactic conclusion proclaiming a tried message; slavery is bad (well duh).; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Fortunate Age; Author: Joanna Smith Rakoff; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: A Fortunate Age by Joanna Smith Rakoff, approaches a group of post-graduate Gen-Xers as they begin their adult lives tackling friendship, coupling, love and sex. Rackoff is a tactical author who employs fresh methods of story telling to establish excitement and interest. For example, instead of getting a narrative of events central to the story, we get character reactions to some of these events, as the group tries to relate major events to how they may affect their own lives. To accomplish this we get a lost of tangents and back story which then clarifies character's motive and thought processes. Huge plot developments are not even mentioned--only inferred later in the story. Such devices combine ensuring a dramatic story arc for all of the characters, and a book that reads as more of complex study of characters then a typical novel. Readers will literally climb into Rakoff's group and the minds of its members. Overall, Rakoff delivers a strong and highly literary debut. The layered examination of New York culture during the time period reads like a modernized Wharton.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rose of Sebastopol; Author: Katharine McMahon; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: It is the time of The Crimean War, and passionate though impetuous Rosa Barr abandons her stale London life to nurse the wounded. When Rosa vanishes, her cousin and our narrator, Mariella takes it upon herself to find her. Only Mariella is Rosa's opposite; dutiful, loyal and dull. Mariella finds she is completely unprepared for life on the brink of battlefield. And as all the clues to Rosa's disappearance point to Mariella's fiance, now mad with fever, Mariella is heartbroken. Forced to rise to the occasion, Mariella learns of betrayal, sacrifice and love. The book has its aggravations. The story awkwardly jumps between decades and settings. McMahon also waits until late in the game to give us genuine reasons to care for any of her characters. Also be prepared for many stitching references and detailed clothing descriptions that do support the character, but are very distracting. Its abrupt ending is also unsatisfying, but perhaps because I was finally engrossed in McMahon's tale. Overall, I'm obliged to admit I did enjoy it. The descriptions of the war's battles, conditions, and Londoner's reactions are undeniably engaging. The layers of suspense and brisk pace McMahon builds cement this unexpected treat. I wouldn't have put this book down during its final fifty pages for anything.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Your Roots Are Showing; Author: Elise Chidley; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Splendid and delightful! Your Roots Are Showing by Elise Chidley is a perfect under the covers read. The main character, Lizzie, is an exhausted mother of twin toddlers. She inadvertently alienates her husband and finds herself starting life over (alone) from square one. Though she still is very much in love with her ex-husband, Lizzie is forced to make is best of it and re-build a life of her own. This book runs the gamut from humorous to heart breaking to deliciously romantic. Lizzie is a heroine with spunk; if you are a mom or a wife, you'll just get her from the first page. Chidley relays the story with impressive ease which makes for a wonderful debut. I highly recommend this novel--you simply can't ask for a more enjoyable read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The School of Essential Ingredients; Author: Erica Bauermeister; Genres: non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: How can you not enjoy a book about food? Strangers meet at a cooking class led by a spunky restaurant owner/cook. We as readers are treated to brief feel good stories about their lives. All of the stories are of the feel good variety, and there is a good amount food description thrown in. The story in its entirety is enjoyable and very cute if perhaps too sugary for some readers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet; Author: Jamie Ford; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Ah! First Love... Puppy love only gets sweeter when contrasted by abhorrent human rights practices as Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet proves. Jamie Ford, in his debut, effectively tells the story of Henry, a Chinese man, by using grown Henry's perspective to reminisce about his youth. Young Henry comes of age in Seattle during the Second World War and Japanese Internment. As an Asian in a predominately white school Henry is alienated and tormented. His neighborhood and family are caught up in the prevailing anti-Japanese hysteria of the time. Enter Keiko, a beautiful Japanese girl. As young Henry falls in love, older Henry is grieving the lost of his wife and trying to connect with his grown son. The story is a well blended mix of romance, family drama and social commentary. The novel moves slowly, but in a good way setting a dreamlike layering of plot and character progression. With a secondary story as interesting as the primary tale, the novel also yielded some surprises, and plenty of stirring moments. I'd recommend it as the best book I've read lately.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Etta; Author: Gerald Kolpan; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Not much is known about the legendary Etta Place who ran with the Outlaw bank robbing Hole- in-the-wall gang at the turn of the century. Where the historical record leaves off, Gerald Koplan steps in telling Etta's imagined and incredible life story in his debut novel, Etta. Etta begins the story as a tom-boy debutante, lovely even though she prefers horseback riding and shooting to the tedium of parties. When her dad commits suicide, leaving her in financial ruin and threatened by some of his shadier financiers, Etta escapes west. On the edge of civilization she unexpectedly finds fulfillment and love in the unlikeliest of places. As expected, the villains are dastardly, the heroines sweet, and our outlaws are gentlemen. The novel is told through diary entries, first person narration from several of the characters, fictional newspaper clippings, letters etc... This structure is as enjoyable as it is effective. The only caveat is beginning the book with an obituary, disclosing Etta was 80 at death which negates much of the suspense Koplan subsequently works so hard to build. To his credit however he does establish a strong female voice in Etta, and despite knowing the conclusion you will want to sort out the details of her journey. The author admits in his notes that beyond fictionalizing some actual historical figures the bulk of his tale is not grounded in fact. If you are seeking a factual re-telling of the female outlaw or the hole in the wall gang this is not your book. However Etta expertly takes aim and is sure to captivate Historical Fiction and Western fans alike.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Never Tell a Lie; Author: Hallie Ephron; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Picture this; a creepy girl from high school shows up at your yard sale but now she's a weird pregnant woman. She obviously wants something, and is making you a little uncomfortable. You're saved by your gallant husband who offers to show her the house. You breathe a sigh of relief until she turns up missing, and yet with dozens of witnesses, no one can confirm they saw her exit your house. The clues start to pile up, and they threaten to ruin your life. And so goes Hallie Ephron's Never Tell a Lie. This novel is exactly what you'd expect it to be--an incredibly fast paced if predictable mystery. It's a good guilty pleasure with a lot of things going for it: a sainted heroine, a sexy husband, and a scary lunatic. Ephron writes with a nice flow, and the book is easily finished in a day. If you're looking for an addictive effortless read, you've found your novel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cutting for Stone; Author: Abraham Verghese; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Many readers will tell you that Cutting for Stone is the epic story of two conjoined twins fathered by a brilliant British Surgeon and an Indian Nun. And it technically is. Narrated by Marion the first born twin we are told of every influence on his and his brother's existence. More than the story being told however, the novel is an accurate portrayal of life in all it's cruelty and wonder. The twin's mother dies in childbirth and their father abandons them minutes later. They are raised in a missionary medical hospital in Ethiopia. As they grow up they are forced to face their past and futures re-defining the meanings of destiny, love and family. While reading you will notice the fine points are painstakingly researched as the story is and packed full of medical jargon and situations along with vivid descriptions of Ethiopian culture and history. My only reservation in recommending the book is the novels "hard moments" as almost every imaginable tragedy touches these brothers, and medical operations and oddities are very detailed. Squeamish readers may want to skim some of these passages. All in all, this novel is elegantly told, superbly structured and the most original piece of fiction I've read in years. It's deserving of every positive adjective I can throw at it; marvelous, and thrilling. You will want to own and lose yourself in this book again and again. Buy it now, and thank me later.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Land of Marvels; Author: Barry Unsworth; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: It is 1914, and Barry Unsworth's The Land of Marvels opens on a frustrated archeologist, John Somerville, digging in Mesopotamia. The narration then alternates between Somerville and those who make his acquaintance (a cast of con-men and murderers). Some bent on glory, others greed, but all wish to exploit the land of modern day Iraq. By the story's end everyone will have compromised themselves as oil mania consumes the region. The plot is good, but the novel reads more as a political commentary about modern international diplomacy and worldwide oil greed. No country is rendered favorably. As the novel strives for importance, much of the story takes a co-starring role. The characterization is lacking as the male characters are all one note, the women are portrayed as dull and naive. The story doesn't find a steady rhythm, so it is slow to engage the reader, and it only begins to pay off in the last few chapters when everything does tie up nicely. Devoted Unsworth fans, or those interested in Mesopotamian history will likely find this novel the most enjoyable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Glister; Author: John Burnside; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: John Burnside's The Glister opens in a modern day ghost town. The chemical plant that once fused the city with life and prosperity has been closed and left to rot. Everything in the town can be described as dead and deformed. The town's adults are apathetic, depressed and diseased. The children are violent, promiscuous, and haunted. But no one ever leaves the town, unless of course, they disappear. This book is not a typical horror or mystery novel. It's more of a very long dark fable complete with an abstract ending and an obscure moral. This is not an easy read; it can best be described as uncomfortable and difficult. Burnside manages to infuse every aspect of his tales with menace, down to the last comma. There is sex, violence and adult language--the majority of it committed by young adults. It's also the kind of book that may torment it's readers for months. If there is a more terrifying or disturbing novel out there, I have yet to read it. I'd warn anyone considering the novel that it is scary and edgy. You may not like it, but you should definitely read it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Long Fall (Leonid McGill, #1); Author: Walter Mosley; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Walter Mosley's The Long Fall is a mystery novel set in New York. The main character and narrator, Leonid, is perfection. A private investigator trying to balance what he believes is right and what is necessary to pay his rent and provide for his family. When he ignores his gut and takes the wrong case; inadvertently assisting in murder, he finds himself fighting for his life. Which is only the beginning of his problems, as his youngest son is also plotting a murder. There is a lot of back story and compelling family drama intermixed with the front burner story line--the book is obviously a series launch. The plot is very intricate (sometimes predictable), but the structure and pace become consuming. I had some difficulty understanding how Leonid came up with some of his conclusions, but it could be that I was racing through the pages. When I wasn't reading this book, I wanted to be reading this book. The Long Fall is as near a perfect mystery as I have read lately. I am looking forward to the next installment of the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Palace Circle; Author: Rebecca Dean; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Young, beautiful and American Delia Chandler is married to an older English Viscount, and is transported to England's court before World War I. In over her head, Delia must rise to the occasion to build a life for herself in England. Despite pressure to produce an heir, Delia gives birth to two beautiful daughters. As the story continues we are treated to the next generation's perspective through World War II in England, Egypt and other parts of Europe. In the similar vein of Philippa Gregory or Anya Seton, Dean's style is vividly romantic. Though unlike her predecessors Dean's debut marginalizes the historical figures of the time period. Though Winston Churchill and Wallis Simpson, for instance, figure in the story, they are at best supporting characters, and their stories are regulated to the sidelines. Dean instead effectively uses the historical figures and events to establish setting and mood without detracting to the arcs of her main characters--the lively Conisborough family and their suitors. The novel also raises some interesting points about the perils of infidelity as well as the effects and aftermaths of divorce. The settings are exotic and the men are undeniably charismatic adding to the novel's beach read charm. The book may appeal more to romance readers then those looking for a detailed and fact based account of the period--as a lot of the history is glossed over in favor of the character's romantic dilemmas and development. Though some readers may find Dean's tendency to jump years rather unexpectedly, it does stay true to the perspective of her narrators. The Palace Circle was a refreshingly easy read, and there is no denying that it is entertaining, sexy and fun. For More information [url].; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, #1); Author: Seth Grahame-Smith; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: The Pride and Prejudice we all know has been re-imagined. England is over run with brain lusting Zombies. Elizabeth and her sisters are trained and practiced in the deadly art of Zombie slaying. Elizabeth's best friend has been stricken with the "strange plague". And a true gentleman beheads the Zombies for his lady, so that she will not soil her dress. Without offending die hard Jane Austen fans, maybe Pride and Prejudice should have always had a Zombie element. The Zombies contrast our characters so nicely that they manage to make the sarcasm funnier, the villains more disgusting, and the story even more dramatic. It's like classic literature in high definition. For instance, when propping Lydia, Mrs. Bennett or Wickham next to hordes of Zombies, the reader does briefly wonder who is viler. Seth Grahame-Smith's ingenious idea for a lethal mix of classic Austen text with Zombie references and battles spawns pure entertainment. This re-telling is obviously deliciously over the top. Here's a taste: "But the presence of a woman who had slain ninety dreadfuls with nothing more than a rain soaked envelope was an intimidating prospect indeed". And my favorite quote, "Elizabeth and Darcy happened upon a herd of unmentionables...crawling on their hands and knees, biting into ripe heads of cauliflower, which they had mistaken for stray brains". This edition also contains illustrations detailing the action and adding to its charming ludicrousness. I plan on gifting this to everyone. What a sneaky way to get my teenage brother to appreciate some classic literature. Literary types and Zombie lovers alike should appreciate the spirit of this reinvention, if they don't relish every word. I have never read anything like it, so I'm officially begging for a series of classic literature injected with Zombie mayhem.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Borderline (Anna Pigeon, #15); Author: Nevada Barr; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Can't Anna Pigeon get a break? The answer is an apparent no as Nevada Barr really puts the Park Ranger through another series of harrowing events. Anna, on administrative leave, decides to accompany her husband on a white water rafting trip. The river is on the BORDERLINE of Texas and Mexico. Through a series of misfortunes, Anna soon finds herself dodging bullets. It's not necessary to have read other book in the series, but fans will Anna Pigeon's progression. She's becomes darker, cynical and paranoid. Readers are also treated to Anna Pigeon's maternal side. Barr again lets the story feed off of the park setting. The plot was slightly predictable, but this novel delivers thrill a page action and brims with tension. If you haven't read the series, this is an excellent place to start.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ultimatum; Author: Matthew Glass; Genres: history, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: In Ultimatum, Matthew Glass, puts together an eerily possible futuristic scenario. President elect in 2032, Joseph Benton, discovers the global warming problem he was preparing for is more rapidly approaching then he's prepared for. Political maneuvering ensues. The action does stall at times giving way to much dialogue and consequential discussion. . However, Glasses writing is crisp and the conclusion is dramatic as could be desired. The fear this novel conjures is in its realism. Though disturbing, Ultimatum is not a traditional thriller as expected, but more of a look at cause and effect politics and international policy which to some may be even scarier. Those interested in political and environmental intrigue will surely enjoy this debut.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Gnostic Mystery; Author: Randy Davila; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: Before I begin my review in the interest of full disclosure I should mention: 1) I won this book through First Reads 2) I'm a practicing Catholic Because I'm a Catholic, I won't comment on the religious aspects of the author's message even though he compares the bible to a calculated work of historical fiction. Instead I will try and focus on Davila's writing, and not his one-sided propagandist portrayal of Gnostic beliefs. Davila story is scant and stretched around lengthy theological discussions. The main character, Jack, poses juvenile questions derived from limited biblical knowledge. He is answered sometimes by his friend Punjeeh, a disillusioned Catholic, and Chloe, a Religious Professor. A concurrent story is being told about two young Palestinians who find an ancient scroll that Jack later acquires. Davila jumps between narrators and back in forth in time sometimes only a day or two. The rendition is bizarre but a necessary break between the lectures on the history of Religion, and the debunking of Christian beliefs. The dialogue between the three adults comprises the bulk of the novel which does become tiresome as Jack is portrayed as completely ignorant of common knowledge and fundamentals of his own professed religion. Naive and gullible at best, Jack is difficult to muster sentiment for. The language of the book and construction of the story condescends to fourth grade level. The only reason for this that I can surmise is that in his zest to convey his message he simply forgot it was a novel he was writing and not an elementary religious text. Overall, the novel was not as marketed and a disappointment.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Sanctuary of Outcasts; Author: Neil W. White III; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, comics, crime, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: "Surely, healthy people--even inmates would not be imprisoned with lepers" Former publisher Neil White is convicted of check fraud, and sentenced to one year at Carville, a minimum security prison. It is only when he arrives that he discovers that Carville also houses Hansen Disease patients, or as they are commonly known--lepers. Mildly disgusted and reasonably terrified White serves his time amongst these "outcasts". Determined to spin his legal setback to his favor, he approaches the situation as a reporter and complies information on patients, their disease and his fellow inmates. He also slowly recounts his life and crimes as he searches to learn from his experience and emerge a better person. White learns from criminals such as Jimmy Hoffa's lawyer or a wise cracking car-jacker named Link (as in the missing...), and befriending the leprosy patients such as Ella who was abandoned at the home as a child and lived within its gates for almost 70 years. He compiles their stories for a modern look at those living with leprosy and those otherwise incarcerated. His story offers alarming factoids about leprosy such as "no one was certain how the disease was transmitted, no vaccine existed to prevent the spread, and no test was available to determine who was naturally immune and who was susceptible." He also experiences eye opening revelations about his new place in society as a criminal. "I was an outcast right alongside the victims of leprosy." This new perspective allows him to dwell on what he truly values, more than image or wealth and guides him in making difficult decisions about his future. White writes in a conversational style with a clear journalistic tone. He does make some excuses for his crime, and his insistence that he must be different from the other criminals read as arrogance. But his love for his children and his desire to redeem himself to those he injured was compelling enough to awkwardly endear readers. And his experience is wholly unique even if the lessons he gleams are generic. Anticipation of a climatic event or confirmation of a genuine transformation on White's part is not satisfied. However, White does give leprosy a human face, and reminds us never to take the simple things for granted.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Story of a Marriage; Author: Andrew Sean Greer; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: "Holland and I had talked about our friends and our childhoods and movies and books and politics--we had agreed and disagreed and had our fights and merry moments over a beer--but I think it's fair to say we had never spoken honestly in all ours lives." This quote from A Story of a Marriage by Andrew Sean Greer prettily sums up the story's central conflict. The narrator, Pearlie a young mother and wife to her high school sweetheart, Holland grapples with her marriage in 1950's San Francisco. She says, "I loved you like a field on fire," in reference to Holland, and yet her marriage and commitments are tested by the appearance of a dapper stranger. It does the novel a disservice to reveal any more about the plot, as its secrets are revealed in well timed waves. In fact the book's only draw back is its brevity as its simple prose endears readers page by page. It's an unconventional love story written with graceful restraint and vibrant characters. The Story of a Marriage is as perfect a novel as any I've read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadows Still Remain; Author: Peter de Jonge; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: In Shadows Still Remain Peter de Jonge (as in the frequent James Patterson co-author) creates O'Hara a beautiful, rash and ambitious detective. O'Hara "catches" her first murder case and is determined to work it so much so that she breaks all the rules of professionalism and police protocol. As she learns more about the victim, Franseca Pena, "the undisputed star...whose approval and messy snorts of laughter the others vie for", each new clue only begets more questions. Out of her league and damaging her career, O'Hara doggedly pursues the only avenue of redemption--solving her case. Peter de Jonge unsurprising reads much like James Patterson. You'll find the same page turning elements and suspenseful drama amongst colorful descriptions like, "slushy rain slobbers all over the roof, and O'Hara tracks a fat brown droplet down the windshield." De Jonge however has gone darker and delivers a better than average police procedural story. If you novelized a Law and Order SVU script, you'd have the gist. The book is loaded with surprises and is a tough to solve who done it. The title is apt, as it leaves the reader with many questions and unresolved story lines, and one can only conclude that this may be the beginning of an exciting series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shape of Mercy; Author: Susan Meissner; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: The Shape of Mercy's, Lauren, is the quiet introvert as in she doesn't have any friends that she isn't related to. She is forever trying to make up for the fact that she isn't the son her father wanted. So she does everything her family does not expect in an attempt to forge her own path in life. A literature major in college, Lauren is near obsessed with proving that she isn't a rich snob, so she takes an odd job--transcribing a diary of an accused Salem witch. While earning her spending money she discovers kindred spirits in her employer, Abigail, a wealthy recluse and the diary's doomed author, Mercy. Learning from the past while on the cusp of her future, Lauren questions her destiny. Susan Meissner recently spoke about this book, and she relayed that this book is about the individual power everyone has to effect their own and other's circumstances. When reading the book, the reader understands that it's never too late to take an action towards improving our world. This message may be why the book is classified as Christian Fiction, not detracting from that message, but this novel could have just as easily been branded Women's or Historical Fiction. The story transcends genre and becomes simply a great read as good a recommendation to your Grandmother as it is to pre-teens. The book is well shaped with endearing characters that are near impossible to resist. Mercy's fate, Abagail's life, and Lauren's preconceptions are all revealed slowly which builds the novel's suspense layer by layer. This novel is at times syrupy sweet and sentimental but always satisfying. If you loved, THE HERETIC'S DAUGHTER by Kathleen Kent or DELIVERANCE DANE by Katherine Howe, you're sure to enjoy Meissner's Salem interpretation.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Don't Call Me a Crook!: A Scotsman's Tale of World Travel, Whisky and Crime; Author: Bob Moore; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: In this memoir's foreword the editor mentions he stumbled upon DON'T CALL ME A CROOK by Robert Moore (this edition is a re-issue) by searching for the term "Tramp" at the New York Public library's database. Tramp is a particularly apt descriptive for Moore, who usually has a roof over his head, but never the same roof for any given period of time. He argues that he isn't a crook, but upon reading his "reminisces"; one finds he's as opportunistic a criminal as they come. Moore (probably a pseudonym), an affable Scotsman, launches an international campaign to find a good time while working the least amount as possible. He lives from one adventure to another escapade all the while taking everything he can get and issuing no apologies. This book is an effective cocktail of social commentary, travel memoir and holy confession. This edition is annotated to easily acclimate the reader to Moore-speak, though many misspellings and word misuses are left in for colloquial charm. It's also been editorially sequenced into its natural story arc. Though book didn't make much of a debut in its day, and one can only speculate as to why that was, as it certainly is not for lack of appeal. Moore's stories range from absolutely ridiculous to deliciously over the top. His style is conversational and his antidotes and the recounts of his capers are always entertaining. Despite his sins, Moore manages to retain his bad boy charisma. His story more above all things--is undeniably cool.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stone's Fall; Author: Iain Pears; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Iain Pears' novel Stone's Fall is incredibly complex. It is told from the perspective of three narrators, during three time periods, and in three separate settings. It also travels backwards through time. Pears' pieced together a historical mystery that simply broaches espionage, international finance, and military arms production. And this novel also has the heft of a decent sized phone book. Such an ambitious undertaking in the hands of a lesser author could have easily been confusing or tedious, but Stone's Fall is a masterwork of literary achievement. The mysteries of the story are artfully unfolded in an intricate plotline. The story opens in London in 1953 where a retired reporter, Matthew Braddock recalls London in 1909 during the time he was hired to investigate the whereabouts of an heir to John Stone, a major player in international finance and military arms production. The more he probes into the life of John Stone the more questions he has. The next segment of the book opens in Paris 1890, and told by the up and coming British spy Henry Cort. Through Henry we get more insight into the life of John Stone, as we learn of the rise of his wife and the power he commanded in global finance. Finally we are treated to the perspective of Mr. Stone in Venice 1867, as we discover the origins of his business and finally all the loose ends are tied together to the delight of the reader. The characters are slowly rendered, layer by layer, choice by choice. They come and go in each time period revealing more about themselves and the relationships they share with each other. Pears' constantly reinvents his subjects, so that their motivations only become clear after all sides of the story are told. By the end, we are left with wholly flawed but intensely vibrant people. Stone's Fall is easily one of my favorite books of the year. Pears' gives us a novel that thrills a patient reader--it pays off better than expected. Be resigned to devote your entire weekend to devouring this book. However if you enjoy a big thick novel, I couldn't recommend a better choice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanessa and Virginia; Author: Susan Sellers; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: In Vanessa and Virginia by Susan Sellers, Vanessa succinctly summarizes her relationship with her legendary sister, Virginia Woolf: "I might struggle against the call, I might even try to quell it, but my existence was not separate from yours." The novel tells of the sisters' childhood as they cope with a rash of ugly deaths and develop their talents. It then follows them as they marry, reproduce, and negotiate their fame and obscurity. It discreetly touches on depression, incest, and suicide without much depth instead relying on the rivalry between the sisters to provide the story's tension. This slim novel is told through "impressionistic" accounts which are more like mini scenes with no linear time progression. Many pages detail dreams or vivid descriptions of Vanessa's paintings. It's is Vanessa's version we get, but she addresses the entire book to her departed sister Virginia which generates an odd mix of first person/second person narrative. This effective approach lets the reader stand in for Virginia Woolf hence becoming privy to the candid conversation of sisters. The way Sellers constructs this story is as telling of the characters as the actual events she describes. Sellers doesn't stray far from what is known in her depiction of these tortured artists. Although this story relates the sisters' story as it affects Vanessa, by forcing the readers to consider Vanessa's point of view, one must reconsider Virginia. The novel wavers from brilliant to annoyingly flowery and will most likely amuse Woolf's fans. However, Vanessa and Virginia will definitely endear itself to sisters as they recognize their own relationships amongst the familial rivalry.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Flavia de Luce, #1); Author: Alan Bradley; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: The single element which adds such charm to Alan Bradley's mystery novel, THE SWEETNESS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PIE, is its eleven year old narrator, Flavia de Luce. Armed with determination and a natural ability to sleuth she attempts to solve the book's central mystery--a body she happened onto in her family's garden. With a spirited original voice, "I shivered with joy whenever I thought of the autumn day that Chemistry had fallen into my life," she trails clues involving stamp collecting, magical illusions, and her passion, poison. Unlike some mystery novels it gives us substantial hints throughout the story, and so provides a nicely solvable mystery by the story's conclusion. SWEETNESS is a mystery with some literary heft but still manages not to take itself too seriously. Flavia's account of the events is over the top funny, and the book is a good choice for younger readers too. I am definitely picking up the next book in the series, and crossing my fingers in hope that the novelty of a precocious crime solver doesn't wear off. In my estimation, Flavia de Luce may emerge as our generation's Nancy Drew.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Edible History of Humanity; Author: Tom Standage; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: Tom Standage's AN EDIBLE HISTORY OF HUMANITY is exactly that--it is a digestible broad account of humanity through the scope of food. The book is broken up into sections that explain how time and again food changed the face of humanity. For example food is credited with civilization, exploration, and industrialization. Since humans have to eat, this book not only explores the evolution of food, but also how food helped evolve culture. Standage is particularly apt at explaining terms, and theories so the book is an informative introduction to beginning food historians. He's also included some helpful illustrations, charts and photos. The writing tends toward academic, and the breadth of tens of thousands of years of human consumption leaves little room for detailing more than a few examples. He does take some under substantiated leaps in his theories, but the man managed to condense the known history of food into just over 270 pages. This book does compactly explain everything one should know about food history, so if you think Maize is a natural wonder or need to brush up on your facts about the effects of fertilization, definitely pick this up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Walking People; Author: Mary Beth Keane; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Mary Beth Keane titles her debut The Walking People in reference to a class of Irish (also called Travellers or Tinkers) who refuse to settle, but instead roam Ireland for the entirety of their lives. These people experience extreme prejudice from those who are settled. The world of the settled and the traveled combine launching the exposition in this extraordinary novel characterizing the modern Irish Immigrant experience as well as complexity of love within familial relationships. Greta and her sister Joanna are the last inhabitants of an abandoned Irish village. Michael is a traveler desperate to establish roots who settles amongst Greta's family. Joanna compels both of them to immigrate to America where Joanna struggles eventually returning to Ireland, and yet Greta comes into her own building a life with Michael. However Greta's life is precariously built on one explosive familial secret destined to be revealed. This novel begins with Michael's struggle with Alzheimer's which begat a slow start. It is required that you slug through the first part of the book to get a handles on the story's events. This beginning also negates climatic tension as we more or less figure how the story panned itself out. That said the diligent reader will be rewarded. Keane's writing is steady and the story she tells moving. The characterization of Keane's subjects is solid with Greta being intensely likable. The Walking People is a worthy read, and Keane is a promising talent.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happens Every Day: An All Too True Story; Author: Isabel Gillies; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: "I'm not a writer but I have been told I write good emails, which has led me to...tell this story." Isabel Gillies is correct, she is not a writer, and It Happens Every Day is pieced together like a long email--conversationally. Her style is an effective illusion of girl talk that allows her to express the disappointment she felt while her marriage to a college poetry professor collapsed. Her story of betrayal is a nightmare for any wife, and many pages are read in absolute dread of the known outcome. After reading her memoir, one feels they know Gillies, and upon consideration she seems like a real pain in the ass. One instance she has her weeping for about a half an hour in front of her children and a babysitter because her husband, Josiah, hadn't made dinner plans to commemorate their first night in a new town. She also makes comments like this, "Because I was on the cover of Seventeen magazine when I was fourteen and I am an actress, I depend on the fact that, objectively, I am good looking. Tall, blond hair, odd looks but undeniably attractive." The statement is irritating on many levels beginning with the fact that the second sentence simply isn't one. It could also be argued that Gillies repeatedly threw an attractive colleague at her husband as some sort of bizarre test which sadly he fails. But I can't help but like Gillies and every point one can make against Gillies only serves to make her more real. "Hiding is the last thing I do. I have no secrets," she explains. Her candidness serves her well. Her take though admittedly one-sided is moving, and she tells it with remarkable grace.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Idea Of Love; Author: Louise Dean; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Louise Dean's the idea of Love is opens in modern day Provence, France and is first told through the eyes of Richard, a pharmaceutical salesman about to launch antidepressants in Africa. Envisioning one hundred percent market share and possibly depressed himself, he sets off to sell sadness. While Richard pursues profits and one night stands, he leaves his beautiful but distant wife Valere at home to care for their son, Max. Valere and Max's neighbor Rachel also takes to Africa where she is determined to do some good, and ends up alienating her philandering husband, Jeff. Rachel and Richard's combined efforts in Africa begin to dismantle their precarious marriages and lifestyles. I was expecting a rather sad tale about infidelity in marriage, but instead this novel turned out to be a shockingly edgy look at the constant struggles we all face: living with consequences, the failure to capture the elusiveness of happiness, and the very idea of love (get it)? This novel is reminiscent of Kingsolver's The Poisonwood Bible, but Dean writes with a uniquely focused clarity. The Idea of Love is a triumph producing characters that do not in any way feel contrived. One inhabits these four people as they unravel with the precision and pace of an unraveling sweater.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane; Author: Katherine Howe; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane is primarily narrated by Connie Goodwin, a Harvard doctoral candidate seeking a primary source on which to base her dissertation. While researching she agrees to renovate her deceased grandmother's severely dilapidated home where she (surprisingly?) discovers the ideal primary source--a reference to an executed Salem Witch. The story is alternately told by the accused witch and her decedents as they pass along a Physick Book (believed by Connie to be a spell book). Connie also embarks on a tepid and overworked romance that only detracts from the meat of Katherine Howe's tale--witches. Their story is by far more compelling. However they did face a blood thirsty and anti-witch township whereas Connie only faces an intense academic adviser, some housework, and a spiritual mom. This synopsis alone allows a reader to predict much of the plot. One doesn't want to be five steps ahead of the author and ten steps ahead of our "clever" heroine. Howe also has a tendency to phonetically spell out accents and slang, so much so that some passages are better served aloud. It could be argued that the phonetically spelling is essential to the story, but it does encumber the reader. The book doesn't really pick up until somewhere in the middle when Connie (finally) makes a discovery about herself that she connects to the past, and after that point the reader is sufficiently invested in the outcome. The gripping Historical narratives are reminiscent of The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent, so fans of that work might eagerly enjoy Howe's rendition. Women too should enjoy the novel if only to revel in how far our standard of living has increased from the seventh century. The mother daughter relationships are also portrayed warmly. Overall a strange brew of intrigue and frustration.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Testimony; Author: Anita Shreve; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: The thing I love most about a good Anita Shreve novel--and Testimony is an excellent Anita Shreve novel--is the pacing. From page one her characters are compelling and their stories intriguing. The desire to keep turning the pages is all consuming. Testimony, the story of how a sex scandal ruins lives and grips a small community, might be her best yet. If you are a fan, do not miss this one. If you have yet to discover Anita Shreve, what are you waiting for?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Glass Castle; Author: Jeannette Walls; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: At a recent dinner party, the host pushed this memoir into my hands after mentioning it at least five times. "You must read this," she declared. "It's about a family who is dirt poor and her stories are so crazy...you'll love it" The only thing she had known about me up until this point is that I passionately enjoyed reading. Though I appreciated her thoughtfulness, I do enjoy selecting my own material, but I tentatively put the book the book in my bag. I didn't pick it up for another few days, and then I proceeded to furiously read and discover probably the best memoir I've ever read. The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls is amazing. Although three out of four of the Walls children emerge remarkably unscathed, the extreme neglect and abuse they were subjected to was abominable. Though their parents were obviously mentally sick, I wished in some way that they were held culpable for any of their crimes against their children, and sadly they never are. The family's story is told by Jeanette and her narrative voice maintains the innocent perspective of youth, and her memories are both harrowing and touching. If you're a fan of the genre, it's worth the read. Even if you don't like memoirs, it's hard not to be moved by this tale. I purchased several copies of the book, and now I am the one forcing it onto family, friends and the occasional near stranger. Read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Chosen One; Author: Carol Lynch Williams; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: The Chosen One audiobook by Carol Lynch William's energetically recounts the story of a pre-teen girl, Kyra, who is raised in a polygamist cult, The Chosen Ones. She's defiant by the standards of her community daring to talk with boys, read books, and question the practices dictated by the Prophet, a man considered equal to Jesus. "The young women are saved for the men." Kyra realizes when the prophet declares she will marry her 68 year old uncle and her family responds with shocking complacency. Kyra has never been a mile away from her home, and all she knows from the outside world she learned from books. She becomes terrified at the thought of leaving her family and giving her body to such an older relation. In Kyra's world, the voice of a woman isn't considered, and the more Kyra objects the worse it is for her and her family. To save herself from her fate would mean risking everything she's ever known and all the people she loves. Williams does an amazing job of writing a thirteen year old perspective, so much so, I relived a lot of my awkward years through some of Kyra's tender moments. Williams uses her words dynamically--they hang, slide, and scream. She also has Kyra narrate much of the story through questions forcing the reader to consider the material. The Chosen One is a mature and complex young adult novel; themes stemming from rape, incest, and murder are all presented without any consequences for the perpetrators. Kyra, however, is a strong character that is willing to sacrifice comfort for decency. The Chosen one is thought provoking, and Kyra's bravery teaches some powerful lessons. It is an excellent choice for a young adult.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Receive Me Falling; Author: Erika Robuck; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: Erika Robuck's debut novel, Receive Me Falling, is an interesting mix of historical fiction, literary mystery, and a tad of mysticism. Robuck introduces us to two women living in two time periods. Present day, is narrated by Meg, who has just lost her parents suddenly. She finds a plantation, Eden, amongst her estate on the Island of Nevis, and eager to put some distance between herself and her life, she rashly decides to visit. When Meg arrives in Nevis, she finds Eden to be haunted and the backdrop for more then one tragic occurrence. As Meg explores Eden looking for clues to its past, we are also treated to the perspective of nineteen century plantation owner, Catherine. Catherine runs the plantation for her father, an alcoholic, and they own hundreds of slaves at a time when abolitionists were calling for an end to the slave system. Catherine struggles with the practice of slavery, fears Eden's overseer, and is captivated by a newcomer to the Island, and yet she too has some family secrets to unbury. Both women are searching for absolution from the sins of their fathers, and their stories play out with calculated symmetry. The narration is reminiscent of Geraldine Brook's The People of the Book, or the recently released The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane, by Katherine Howe. However, this book is victorious on its own accord mostly thanks to the strong and complex central characters that not only progress with in the story, but also develop through the generations. The plot is also terribly engaging. The note to detail of the setting of Nevis during both time periods credits the unfolding events. This is the type of book that you could read many times and catch new and clever elements over each subsequent reading. Robuck pens a graceful story in a shameful past. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, and can recommend it as an important addition to any library.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wish Maker; Author: Ali Sethi; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Read Ali Sethi's The Wishmaker more for a very detailed glimpse of life in modern day Pakistan, and less for a textbook representation of plot progression. The book centers on a family, and opens with preparations for a wedding. During the course of the novel we are given many stories surrounding the family and its members. The story is narrated through the eyes of college graduate Zaki, but it becomes clear that the heart of the family is its strong women. This was my first dose of Pakistani literature, and overall I was fascinated by the elements of cultural in particular the influence of traditional Islamic values and how they clashed with the metropolitan city of Lahore. I admit, at times it was confusing, keeping the characters straight and not getting lost amongst the dozens of subplots. The Wishmaker is a lot to take in, but it is a unique and successful depiction of the evolution of today's Pakistani lifestyle--an impressive debut.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Notebook; Author: James A. Levine; Genres: history, children, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: "You can never fully straighten bent metal; you can only make it less bent." Sometimes when I read a book that is particularly affecting, I refer to it as "life altering." But when I refer to The Blue Notebook as life altering, it isn't to remark of its genius rendition, sumptuous prose, or eerily strong characterization. Simply put; The Blue Notebook by James Levine so thoroughly disturbed me, it left me haunted. I think we all know that the sickening practice of child sex slavery occurs, and we are justifiably disgusted. But only when confronted with the voice of a fifteen year old prostitute as she describes her tragic and hopeless world does one realize this is a global problem that we shouldn't ignore. Levine's purpose is to raise awareness and funds to stop child exploitation. And his method is the tortuous bombardment of atrocities that are committed against his narrator and other children. Batuk was sold into slavery by her impoverished family at nine. She is quickly "taken" after which she ends up in a cage no larger than a toilet servicing around ten men a day. Her life is colored by sadism, rape, violence, starvation, and disease. She is betrayed in some form by everyone who can use her to some purpose to further their greed or perversion. Abused in everyway imaginable, Batuk considers herself blessed because she can read and write. And so Batuk journals, and uses every opportunity to scratch out her story and observations. "I am not sure why I write but in my mind I shudder that it may be so that one day I can look back and read how I have melted into my ink and become nothing." These are her hopes to die, disappear, service only one man, or become deranged. It will suffice to say this is not an uplifting tale. Levine is relentless with horrific details, and increasingly terrible situations in which he places Batuk. His only gift to the reader is that his story is relatively brief. The ending is ambiguous, after reading it several times; I'm still not sure what happened. Such a bizarre ending and menacing tone recalls Burnside's The Glister. The Blue Notebook is an ugly story, but even if the writing was poor (instead it is excellent), I'd recommend this book. If you can manage to read it, do so, and if you can't, buy it regardless. Levine's passion is exceedingly obvious, so much so that he's donating his proceeds to the International and National Centers for Missing and Exploited Children--the only bright spot his novel offers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life and Times of Richard III; Author: Anthony Cheetham; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Anthony Cheetum theorizes on the questions the amateur Richard enthusiast wants answered: Did he murder his nephews in a power play for the throne? What impact did his reign have on the History of England? Was he really a hunchback? This biography is organized chronologically beginning with the birth of Richard and ending with his death. The book focuses mainly on the courtly intrigue and military battles of the War of The Roses and Richard's ascension. We are also treated to many illustrations enlivening the key players and time period. The writing is academic and at times dry. It assumes readers only possess basic knowledge of the monarch, and so we are given a thorough account of his life. While Cheetem doesn't offer any definitive answers, he does dissect the reigning theories with historical context, political analysis and first person narratives. And Cheetem to his credit strives to give a very balanced account of Richard, not painting him as villain or hero, but he lets the reader draw their own conclusions based on the evidence provided. The life and times of Richard III is a very worthwhile read for anyone with interest.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gifts of War; Author: Mackenzie Ford; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: "Waiting is not living," says, Sam, girlfriend of our narrator Hal in Mackenzie Ford's debut novel Gifts of War. Sam is referring to waiting for the return of her missing paramour, Wilhem--a German soldier during WWI at a time of obvious anti-German sentiment. Her statement affects Hal differently, for he's been waiting for Sam to discover the truth about how he manipulated his way into Sam and her young son Will's life. During the Christmas Truce, an actual event in history where the enlisted refused to fight and even fraternized with the enemy to honor the Christmas sprit, Hal met Wilhelm. Wilhelm asked Hal to deliver a message to Sam that he had never stopped thinking about her, but instead Hal meets Sam and falls instantly in love. Hal goes to great lengths to care for and protect Sam and Will. Sam's statement also has an impact on the reader because we know this story can not end well for Hal, or the makeshift family he has built. I'll admit that the plot begins a little soapy. However the historical details transport the reader into the time period which is engaging enough until the story takes off. A combination spy novel, war story, and romance plot is mostly utilized to explore the ideas of family and love. The Christmas Truce is an interesting crux on which to build the novel allowing Ford to tell a unique and vividly researched story. The ending is surprisingly touching (I cried), and I couldn't help but be pleased with the thorough way in which all elements of the story are tied together. A rare novel with heart that I can strongly recommend to anyone, and I for one will keep an eye out for Ford's next work.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Birthing House; Author: Christopher Ransom; Genres: history, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Huh? Hmm... Well, um... I'm not sure how to explain this one. Basically Conrad Harrison is on the verge of a breakdown (marriage strained, barely employed, dad just died) and to push him over the edge, he buys a haunted house. Conrad knows it is haunted, and the readers know it is haunted, and yet Conrad makes no effort to leave. His bitchy but beautiful wife, Jo, leaves (on an extended business trip), his friendly but negligent neighbors leave (to rekindle the romance in their marriage), and he is left in charge of his neighbor's young and pregnant teenage daughter, Nadia--Conrad's life preserver in a sea of isolation. The house does its best to scare and seduce him by utilizing the fearsome powers of conception, pregnancy, and birth. If those things don't terrify you, think of a sexy ghost who strongly resembles your wife visiting you in erotic dreams. If that still doesn't sound scary enough to frighten, trust me the hypersexual, obsessive and reckless protagonist yields his share of dread. Overall, I have mixed emotions about this book. TBH is more creepy then scary. And I found it more confusing then well plotted. The characters were collectively rash and damaged. The writing was compelling in some spots but inconsistent. The sex is surprisingly slutty, but that worked for me in the context. And all the lackluster suspense that Ransom managed to build disintegrates in a messy incoherent conclusion. Ransom's potential is obvious, but I can't deliver a recommendation for this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sacred Hearts; Author: Sarah Dunant; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I expected a book about sixteenth century convent life and its nuns to be boring. What I did not expect was Sacred Hearts by Sarah Dunant her third (and probably her best) novel set in the Italian Renaissance (following In the Company of a Courtesan and The Birth of Venus). I was instantly captivated by the sisters of Santa Caterina, a fictional convent comprised of a group of highly sophisticated women as embroiled in politics, scandal, and deception as their courtly counterparts. Dunant achieves for nuns what Ken Follett did for monks in his epic Pillars of the Earth. This novel opens with the newest novice sixteen-year-old former noble, Serafina. More rebellious teen then a dutiful daughter, Serafina is too expensive and too much of a liability to marry off, so she is passed over in favor of her younger sister, and forced to take the veil. (This practice Dunant notes is very common though cruel). Serafina is highly valued to the convent both for her beautiful singing voice, and the generous dowry her family has promised. However the only vow Serfina makes is to herself--promising to escape at her earliest opportunity. Serafina is contrasted with Zuana, a once defiant and now compliant nun. Zuana takes Serafina under her wing to try and ease Serafina's transition from court to convent. Both women soon become embroiled in the shifting alliances of the convent and rapidly changing religious atmosphere which could forever alter Santa Caterina as they know it. Dunant's sumptuous rendition bestows life into the convent and the time. The setting becomes an examination for the roles of women. The convent offered a surprising amount of freedom and protection for those within its walls--a truth which Dunant does not fail to capture. The plot is secondary to the historical context of the book, but still remains engaging. The only disappointment is the story's ending which not only borders on blaspheme but also seems out of the character for the women as the reader knows them. And so, I'll be recommending it to everyone except my intensely Catholic grandmother. Still, Sacred Hearts is an obviously well researched and breath-taking work of Historical Fiction.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What I Thought I Knew: A Memoir; Author: Alice Eve Cohen; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Here's what she thought she knew: That she was in love with her soul mate. That she had a beautiful adopted daughter. At 44 she had finally enabled her dream life style and financial situation. It was medically impossible for her to get pregnant. Only to discover during a medical crisis that she was indeed six months pregnant. Due to her age and pre-natal neglect, her pregnancy is high risk, and she is grossly under insured. The doctors tell her with certainty that her baby will be born with one deformity or another. And that is if she can avoid a likely a pre-mature delivery. It is far too late for a legal abortion, so Cohen has few options in the face of an increasingly frightening pregnancy. As each new piece of worse news filters in, Cohen repeats and repeats what she knows of her situation in a mantra of literary panic. The scarily candid Cohen admits to being not sure if she is capable of loving or raising her surprise baby. She also admits those thoughts are despicable, and yet it is hard to read that a mother could have such thoughts, but it is harder not to feel for her predicament. Cohen's emotional story of a mother grappling with guilt and shame on the eve of an inevitable change of life is unforgettable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What French Women Know About Love, Sex and Other Matters of the Heart and Mind; Author: Debra Ollivier; Genres: non-fiction, romance; Review: If American author, Debra Olliver, sat down at my kitchen table and mentioned that she had lived in France for ten years with her French husband, and I in my exuberance asked her to tell me all about French women over coffee, What French Women Know would be a transcript of the resulting conversation. In a lengthy conversational essay, Olliver expounds on every personal anecdote, pop culture reference, and quote she can muster relating to the French woman--a woman who boasts an internationally acclaimed allure. What can an American woman learn in the 240 pages addressing the secrets of the French approach to life, love and most definitely sex? If you'd like to know, first you must concede that the average French woman is simply sexier, more self assured, and more sophisticated than the average American woman. If you can accept that premise, then this smartly explores how French Culture produces a distinct woman, and how that woman captivates the world. What French Women Know is an enjoyable read, and the only book I've read to portray Edith Wharton as down right catty.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While I'm Falling; Author: Laura Moriarty; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: If you've read The Rest of Her Life, you already know that Laura Moriarty has such an easy command of language that not a lot needs to happen in her books for them to seem gripping. While I'm Falling is no exception. To over simplify, a college student, Veronica, struggles with a pre-med course load and her parents divorced resulting from her mother's indiscretion. Veronica makes one bad choice after another over the course of a pretty crappy weekend. Her mom, Natalie, is reeling from the financial consequences of the implosion of her marriage. In the hands of lesser authors the story reads like chick lit, but Moriarty's rendition focuses more on the complex relationships within families mostly that of a mother and a mature daughter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Mary; Author: Liz Balmaseda; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: After Liz Balmaseda won two Pulitzer Prizes, she gives us a female centered detective novel in Sweet Mary. A single mother, the titled Dulce Maria, Mary for short, is arrested. The victim of an improbable case of mistaken identity, Mary is fingered as a drug queen. The false charges ruin her life, so Mary decides to do what the DEA couldn't--take down the criminal herself. With a little help from her friends, one of which is a sexy past love interest, Mary embarks on a series of schemes to reclaim her good reputation. It's kind of a given that Balmaseda is a good writer, so it isn't a surprise that the writing is good. The characters are also surprising layered for the genre. Even the bad guys are complex, and are given sufficient back story. Balmaseda also used restraint with the action sequences which keeps this story from entirely going over the top. That said, the plot itself consists of coincidences and implausible leaps. Balmaseda also can't resist the bumbling law enforcement cliches which adds the story's stale feel. Each chapter opening up with a description of the scene is also irritating as if Balmaseda was already thinking movie. The pacing seems to fall flat in the second half of the novel where Mary bumps into leads cushioned by saccharine sweet interludes. I expected more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweeping Up Glass; Author: Carolyn Wall; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: The blurbs used to describe Carolyn Wall's debut, Sweeping Up Glass, compare Wall to Harper Lee, William Faulkner, Eudora Welty and Flannery O'Connor. I mean WOW, how does a novel live up to those kinds of expectations? And yet, even from the beginning, it just does. The striking similarities to To Kill a Mockingbird, one of the most beloved books ever written, are unavoidable. The innocent narrator, and explored themes particularly evoke Mockingbird, and that is a statement I'd never make lightly. Wall's narrative voice with its colloquial speech is so entrenched in classic southern tradition that it becomes hard to believe that I wasn't reading a much older novel. This tale offers more than nostalgia. It is basically the life story of hard working and very poor general store owner, Olivia Harker. Olivia lives life in no uncertain terms. She idolizes her father, adores her grandson, loves her lifetime friends, is wary of her daughter, protective of the wolves that roam her property, and hates her mom. Her story is set in a very small town in Kentucky. And her town has some dark secrets yet to be unveiled. Unknown truths waiting in Olivia's past threaten her life and everything she knows. It is hard to go into much more detail as the book is masterfully structured--even Olivia doesn't know the tale she is telling. Just know that the plot offers mysterious surprises. I have almost no criticisms of this book, but if I really reach, I could say that this book doesn't feel modern. It tells of a bygone time period and past issues. Which some readers might find to be to the books credit especially after reading it. I will say this book is an old fashioned good read, and its historical feel was most likely calculated move on Wall's part. The strengths of the novel abound. Foremost, Olivia's voice is forcibly engaging, and stayed with me long after the book conclusion. Every character is fully drawn and compelling. The plot is constructed with doses of mystery, literary tension, and layers of characterization. It is easily the best book I've read all month, and sure to be one of my favorites this year. Wall's tale is sure to be cherished by anyone who reads it. It is deserving of all the gushing praise it has and will receive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rapture; Author: Liz Jensen; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I had a hard time piecing together a review for Liz Jensen's The Rapture, an apocalyptic eco-thriller. Though I found the book hard to put down, I also found aspects of it irritating. The story centers around a therapist, Gabrielle, assigned to treat a young murderess, Bethany, and things begin to get interesting after the patient begins to have alarmingly detailed visions of natural disasters--all of which come true. The story begins as a creepy religious thriller set in a psychiatric facility, so much so that the back of the book bills it as The Left Behind series meets Girl, Interrupted, but to represent this book as anything other then an eco-thriller or even a political suspense novel would be misleading. There are (improbable) scientific explanations for nearly everything. It also took longer then usual for this book to hook me. Jensen does give us detailed accounts of almost everything--down to the smallest details of a throw away scene or action. The result is a lot of stalled action. My other bone of contention lies with the portrayal of Christians themselves. Jensen colors them as irrational fanatics to the point where they become as threatening as a looming tsunami. The inclusion of one sane Christian in the face of so many religious radicals would have been appreciated. The only reason I was pulled into this book at all was the inspired narrative voice of Gabrielle Fox. Gabrielle is a scientist recovering from a personal tragedy that unsurprisingly gave her a huge crisis of faith. Recently paralyzed her new view of the world forces her to question and mistrust everything around her. Her compelling and skewed view of events saves the novel and perhaps the world.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Impostor's Daughter: A True Memoir; Author: Laurie Sandell; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: The Impostor's Daughter by Laurie Sandell was the first graphic book I've ever read. I'm not sure if I would have ever picked up a graphic anything, if this book hadn't been a memoir. The idea of mixing the two seemed like an easy way to broach the genre. And two hours later, I had read the book cover to cover. The author decides to write an article on her remarkable pop. While fact checking, she uncovers that his stories are fiction. More research uncovers lawsuits stemming from bad business dealings, and identity theft. Laurie is devastated after years of idolizing her dad. Feeling betrayed and disillusioned Sandell finds it cathartic to write her article anyway. The story covers the resulting fall out. After reading the book, I still don't have a clear picture of why she chose to expose her dad so publicly and alienate the rest of her family, but more memorable then her story is the clever and original way Sandell had chosen to tell it. Whether it is your first or just your latest graphic book, this honest portrayal of family dysfunction which in the end inspired remarkable creativity is an amazing way to kill a few hours.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Queen: A Novel of Catherine de Medici; Author: Jeanne Kalogridis; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: It is hard to make a Queen who shoulders the blame for a religious massacre sympathetic, so Jeanne Kalogridis doesn't try. Instead she goes the complete opposite direction. Giving us an unsentimental Queen who would commit any atrocity to save herself or someone she loves. Even as a girl she is already murdering and dabbling in black magic. For those of you unfamiliar with Catherine de Medici, the Italian born duchess was reduced to living in a convent after her family was deposed in Florence. In a true Cinderella story she marries the second son, Henry, of King Francoise of France. She ends up the Queen of France, and though a mere figurehead during her husbands rule, she has a great influence over the reigns of her sons. Because Catherine ruled France during such a tumultuous time, (religious upheaval, civil wars, weak kings), her reign was marked with political gaffes and intrigues, the most notably, The ST. Bartholomew's Massacre leading to the deaths of tens of thousands of Huguenots (French Protestants). Never faltering and with clear determination, Catherine meets rivals for her husbands heart and traitors seeking to claim the throne. Kalogridis' Catherine is decidedly evil which makes for entertaining story telling and is historically probable. The author doesn't try to excuse any of Catherine's behavior, but she does give us fictionalized back story to try and establish her motivations. Since Kalogridis is prone to dramatics and excessive detail, (she's also known for a lively look into the family of Dracula) let me say that if you're looking for historical accuracy, this probably isn't your novel. But if you're looking for a spirited read that enlivens history into Catherine's time, The Devil's Queen is an excellent choice. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'd like to add that I was fortunate enough to pick up the audio version read by Kate Reading. Reading delivers a commanding Queen, and is pure magic to listen to. The French words are pronounced perfectly (to my English ears) and her pacing is spot on.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: South of Broad; Author: Pat Conroy; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Left of handsome Leopold, "Leo" is the sweetest South Carolina boy that you ever could meet, and he narrates Pat Conroy's South of Broad. Broad is set in South Carolina and tells the story of his lifelong friendships forged during a fateful summer before his senior year of high school. Raised by a former nun and an all around great guy, Leo and his family is left reeling by the surprise suicide of his older golden brother Stephen. Coming out of his tailspin, shy but clever Leo endears glamorous twins, high society brats, down and out orphans, and newly integrated blacks. These friendships span the course of his life and test everything he knows. Conroy uses the group to explore almost every possible theme: discrimination, abuse, religion, family, home, love, sex, drugs, fame, disease and commitment. At times it is beautifully worded depiction of how compelling the bonds of friendship can be. Other times it is an ugly and edgy look at growing up during the latter half of the twentieth century. This is the first novel I've ever read by Conroy. So for me personally, it was an eye opening introduction to Conroy's startling and graceful use of language. Its 500+ pages aren't daunting or laborious in Conroy's deft hands; instead they are simply a pleasure to read. Conroy delivers a hugely ambitious book with hundreds of little plot nuances and dozens of characters that Conroy manages to tie up. That said, of course some of the characters are underdeveloped. Conroy attempts seven characters with huge and distinct personalities. He'd need thousands of pages to solidify motivations and layered complex characterization for these characters and his storyline. If you approach it clearly from the perspective of Leo some of his actions are still not thoroughly explained or justified. Not helping matters is that fact that Conroy inexplicably structures his story to begin in the sixties, jumps to the eighties, then back to the sixties, and finishes in the early nineties. The story gains nothing by this organization, so instead it just sort of complicates the plot's arc. The second return the sixties is almost entirely unnecessary except to add a hundred or so extra pages to the books heft. These complaints don't detract much from the story. If you are a Conroy fan, or have an itch that only a thick, well-written, near-epic novel can satisfy, I highly recommend South of Broad.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Elephant Keeper; Author: Christopher Nicholson; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Christopher Nicholson's The Elephant Keeper is a surprisingly melancholy re-imagining of what is must have been like to introduce exotic animals into late eighteenth century England. The first half of the novel is a sweet mix of coming of age and innocent love story of Elephants and their Keeper, Tom. The second half of the book darkens and depicts Tom's full blown obsession with his charges. Tom commits his life to the elephant's care, dissociating himself with human kind in favor of his beasts. He makes several questionable moral decision is pursuit of the interest of his elephants. The result is a complicated and sad portrayal of loyalty and friendship. Told in Dickensian style, the novel is very well written, and the elephants are undeniable endearing. Those who prefer a happy ending, or are looking for a heart warming tale of a boy and an elephant, this is not that book. Instead this book broaches tougher topics, and paints a bleak picture of lower class eighteen century lifestyles. Surprisingly layered and at times disturbing The Elephant Keeper is memorable if not enjoyable debut novel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I'll Never Be French (no matter what I do): Living in a Small Village in Brittany; Author: Mark Greenside; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: I must confess that I do not read a lot of travel books, but I was impressed with I'll Never be French (no matter what I do): Living in a Small Village in Brittany. Despite the lengthy title, the book is actually a rather brief literary romance between a man and his coastal French town. Against Greenside's best efforts, he and a girlfriend plan a vacation to France. The relationship doesn't last, but Greenside's growing affection for Brittany and the populace does. In the rashest move of his forty some years, Greenside is coerced into the purchase of a house. Comical miscommunications, anxiety, and miraculous good fortune ensue. One of the things I enjoyed most about this book was the total debunking of the myth that the French hate Americans. Total. Debunking. Instead the charming and ridiculously polite strangers, neighbors and friends that Greenside meets, go above and beyond to help him out. They come across as near saints because it turns out that Greenside needs a lot of help. Self styled throughout the book as an incompetent, he spends a few chapters of the book in dirty ripped pants, repeatedly falling out of his window and buying things he has no way of paying for. Greenside effectively bumbles his way through life in France reconciling his bi-continental lifestyles. He compares himself to a three year old an apt description that endears himself to the reader and French alike. It's worth noting that Greenside speaks and understands very little French. And his way of communicating such frustration with the reader, is to include a lot of French dialogue that he doesn't translate. So unless you have a working knowledge of French, Greenside leaves you as lost in the conversation as he was. While it is an effective technique and does incorporate the reader, it can also be irritating to traverse. Injected with humor, I'll Never be French, transports with its descriptions. For those of us who will never make it Brittany, or who have been and are interested in Greenside's take, it is a delightful arm chair travel experience. Diane Johnson of L'Affaire, Le Mariage and Le Divorce fame calls it, "one of the nicest of the trillions of books about France." And I'd agree with that.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hugh and Bess: A Love Story; Author: Susan Higginbotham; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, paranormal, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: After reading and loving The Traitor's Wife, I eagerly anticipated Higginbotham's sequel of sorts, Hugh and Bess. When it finally did arrive, I became so wrapped up in the soapy romantic drama that I dropped everything and finished it in a day. The story centers on a young Elizabeth de Montacute or Bess, the daughter of favored Earl and the much older, Hugh le Despenser, a wealthy (yet disgraced) Lord. Hugh's grandfather and father were executed as traitors, and Hugh's father was accused of adultery and sodomy with the former King. Hugh himself was imprisoned missing a near execution himself, but is now working hard to restore his family's honor. Bess is understandably horrified at marriage into a family with such a reputation, and Hugh is honored by the match in theory, but he is in love with another woman. Can they find happiness in a marriage that neither sought and both are entering with reluctance? At the heart of Hugh and Bess is a love story. Higginbotham manages to give Hugh and Bess an electric chemistry that compels throughout the historical drama. What makes the plot successful is Higginbotham's tendency to ground the story in known facts then realistically elaborate the humanistic elements. For example, Bess begins the story at 13, and she reads and feels--13. This is a refreshing change from the tiny calculating power hungry seven-year-old cliche that dominates the historical fiction genre. Those who have read The Traitor's Wife will be pleased as we get a few more glimpses of favorite characters. And this story takes care to fill in gaps in time, and show that story from different perspectives. You'll want to read the Traitor's Wife if you haven't not because it is necessary for Hugh and Bess, but because it's a great novel. That said; the last few chapters seem to drag. We've moved on from a lot of the action, and not to spoil and plot lines, but the climatic challenges that face the couple, and the ensuing chapters read like and after thought. It was almost as if Higginbotham had fallen in love with her characters and was unwilling to let go. Also, having read The Traitor's Wife, and other historical works of the time, I still found it hard to place some of the minor characters. It doesn't help that the English nobility of the time only used a couple of family names repeatedly, ie, Elizabeth, Hugh, Edward, Isabella, Joan, William, etc... A little more guidance and more thorough introductions would have been helpful. However by focusing on the romance, Higginbotham delivers a relatable historical fiction piece that transcends generations. If you (like me) just can't get enough of these English court novels, I'm certain you'll love Hugh and Bess.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Traitor's Wife: A Novel of the Reign of Edward II; Author: Susan Higginbotham; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Susan Higginbotham tells of the reign and aftermath of Edward the II in her steamy THE TRAITOR'S WIFE. The action is revealed mainly through the perspective of Eleanor le Despenser, Edward's favorite niece and wife of the notorious traitor Hugh as suggested by the title. Higginbotham's Eleanor is fiercely devoted and gracefully traverses the challenges of corruption, intrigue and betrayal that only the Royal Court can provide. The novel is well researched, most of the main action being either based in fact or deemed to have historical support. History obviously provided the author with a host of interesting characters and base material, and yet this rendition is excellent beyond expectation. Higginbotham accomplishes well drawn characters that delight without presuming their motivations, and the result is a highly ambitious, informative and above all captivating story. Eleanor at times is portrayed as impossibly daft or blinded by love based on the reader's perspective, but if you enjoy Historical Fiction this book is not to be missed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hidden Man (Jason Kolarich, #1); Author: David Ellis; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: This book is billed as "Another exhilarating thriller from Edgar Award winner David Ellis, introducing the new series protagonist Jason Kolarich." After reading it, I concluded: One, this book is a textbook definitive exhilarating thriller. Two, if this is just another of such that Ellis' has written, it absolutely raises my interest in getting my hands on more of Ellis' work starting with whatever won him the Edgar Award. And finally, that Jason Kolarich is the perfect character to anchor a series. This thriller begins with a creep eyeing a little girl in a park. The little girl then goes missing, and the police settle on a pedophile that has an obsessive collage of babies including the victim in his home. The little girl is never found. About twenty five years later, Jason Kolarich is representing the brother of the missing girl who is accused of murdering the pedophile. Suffice to say Jason must solve one case to solve the other and without a moment to spare. Any mistake could cost Jason more than his life. The book hops around in time upping the emotional and then the physical stakes. The reader is almost as in the dark as Jason, and it isn't until the last possible moments that Ellis finally gives it up in the masterfully climatic final pages. I am not sure that I've ever read a book faster. Ellis also takes the time to thoroughly set a compelling back story for Jason and the other characters. Jason for example is embroiled in both mysteries, and is recovering from the devastating loss of his wife and young daughter. He's barely making it through the day, not only broken but bleeding heartache all over his life. A former athlete he is a force to be reckoned with and the reckless decisions stemming from his tangible pain are a stunning success of characterization. Adding to the complexity, Jason is a lawyer, so we not only get the cop and detective drama, but Jason's thought processes add another layer of legal suspense--a winning combination reminiscent of everything that is great about Law and Order or classic John Grisham. Jason has been so marvelous crafted that I desperately want to read more about him. THE HIDDEN MAN has the potential to launch a block buster series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Change in Altitude; Author: Anita Shreve; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: If you (like me) are a fan of Anita Shreve, then you are probably salivating over her new release, A Change in Altitude. And after Testimony, who wouldn't be a fan? Shreve seems to be getting better and better. This novel centers on a late twenties newlywed, Margaret, who jumped at the chance to follow her husband to Kenya where he is doing medical research. One day Patrick announces that they are going to climb Mt. Kenya with their land lords and another couple. The climb is an arduous several day affair, so Margaret does have misgivings, but in the end is easily persuaded. Once on the expedition, small indiscretions on Margaret's part have dire consequences and put a seemingly insurmountable strain on her marriage. As the cracks in her marriage widen, Margaret considers whether she can save her marriage, and as she explores her own passions, a part of her wonders if she wants to. The muscle that Shreve typically flexes is her ability to instantly grab and hold the reader, but for me that didn't happen here. Instead I found myself sort of plugging away at the first few chapters. However, Shreve is an excellent story teller, and so I soon found myself engrossed in Margaret's emotional drama which was beautifully set by the harsh African landscapes and Keynes details. The fish out of water feel of an American in Africa is explored, and is thematically similar to The Poisonwood Bible by Kingsolver or Louise Dean's The Idea of Love. The culture shock is just an element to Margaret's characterization, and not the focus of her story, and thus Shreve forges something new. I was shocked to enjoy the action sequences as much as I did, and found Margaret's insecurities scarily relatable and fascinating. Overall, I was surprised with the restraint and subtlety which Shreve used in composing this novel. Though A Change in Altitude wasn't my favorite book by Shreve (that is a tie between Testimony and Fortune Rocks), it is still one of her best.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The First Family: Terror, Extortion, Revenge, Murder, and the Birth of the American Mafia; Author: Mike Dash; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: While writing The First Family it seems as if author Mike Dash didn't include even the tiniest detail without sourcing and noting the inclusion. He takes the American mafia as far back as he can trace it, and then slowly through massive amounts of research from historical sources (police files, court records, genealogy trees, etc...) he gives us every piece of information surrounding the original gangsters. Most of his information is being presented for the first time, and with lots of vivid contextual details which prove fascinating. Amongst many reviewers Dash is credited for not caving to sensationalism. It must have been hard to avoid over dramatizing the material. Instead he uses a fairly straightforward journalistic approach while doling out the minutiae on murders, vendettas, and crime. But as a reader, though informative, I found the bulk of the story telling to be dry and academic. I am not sure if that is a bad or good quality given the subject matter. It is definitely a surprising switch from the genre. But amidst all the dates, facts and mafia theory, at times I did find my attention waning. And still, it is a must for all Mafia enthusiasts--no decent crime bookshelf would be complete without it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Love a Man in Uniform: A Memoir of Love, War, and Other Battles; Author: Lily Burana; Genres: history, thriller, comics, crime, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Although I claim to be a big fan of the memoir genre, I will admit that eventually in every memoir, I find myself irritated. I start reframing the story the author was trying to tell in coulda, woulda, shoulda. Memoirist authors re-construct their feelings and reactions into a narrative arc, and we get so deep into their thought processes that I face the threat of the too familiar, and that kind of knowing kind of becomes annoying. This was particularly the case with I Love a Man in Uniform (cute title). Why was I so bothered by a former stripper/Playboy model who married an Army Officer and their bouts with PTSD and depression? Then it hit me. I didn't want to know. I don't want to think about the men and women who actively serve and fight in our country's name (and indirectly for me and my children). It is hard to confront the idea that while these men are risking their lives that the marriages they've built and the women that they love are falling apart. These women are expected to endure long lapses away from their husbands, are forced to constantly fear for their loved ones safety, and are routinely subjected to the deaths of friends and colleagues. Military women must hold strong when there husbands come home changed. They alone answer their children's difficult questions. They do all of this while single handedly maintaining a household which they are expected to do perfectly and with a smile. What is the likely outcome of that sort of pressure? Of course it is depression. The book's first half starts with a lot of details of military life and the expected protocol for a wife, and there is also the obligatory 'perspective thoughts on stripping' chapter. While these stories are entertaining, it takes some time for Bettina to come to the meat of her story. So all the cute kitschy titles and anecdotes aside, this book is an honest look at the long term costs of war and service. Honestly told as only someone who was accustomed to putting herself out there could tell. So as well-written, and smart as this book is, it is still tough to read. Eye-opening, though-provoking, and gratitude inducing--this story works its heart breaking affects long after you've finished reading.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Gift of an Ordinary Day: A Mother's Memoir; Author: Katrina Kenison; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: The ordinary of the title is apt as this book relishes the bittersweet moments we all experience: new home, new career, growing older, giving way to our children's growing independence. The most triumphant parts of the book is where Kenison focuses on the aspects of motherhood that all mothers face. Her grapples to redefine her relationships with her kids as they grow and their needs change are moving for any mother. Her chapters are more like mini essays then a typical memoir, and Kenison does have a tendency to repeat the same ideas. But her ability to create a moment with only a few words add a vividly poetic feel to her sentiments. At times syrupy sweet, Kenison creates the pancake of memoirs reminding us that it is the little things that construct life.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cleopatra's Daughter; Author: Michelle Moran; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Although I keep missing Michelle Moran's books, they always look fascinating, so I was excited to read Cleopatra's daughter. This book tells of the intensely likable daughter of Antony and Cleoptra, Selene, after she is orphaned and then taken to Rome to parade at the Triumph of Octavian. More prisoner than guest of Rome, to survive Selene must navigate the treacherous court of Octavian, the man responsible for the deaths of most of her family. The most vivid aspect in this book was Rome itself. Moran's descriptions transport the reader to the streets and palaces of the great city. What struck me is how Rome was so barbaric and yet so civilized--a contradiction that is fully developed in Moran's rendering. Moran also does an excellent job of weaving the political and social issues of the day into Selene's tale. Another intriguing element to the story is the antics of the (fictitious) Red Eagle which gives the book a who-done-it feel. These elements propel the story along as much of the action has already taken place in the earliest pages of the novel. However, Selene's romantic storyline felt a little forced as Moran borrows from classic Austen. I also couldn't shake the idea that I was reading a young adult novel. I think this has more to do with Moran narrating mostly by conversations and reactions to conversations, and less to do with Selene's age (15 at her eldest). Of course, the technique is extremely engrossing and I was captivated with Selene's story. Upon further investigation I realized that Moran meant to market the book to both young adult and adult readers. Due to some of the content, I'd only recommend this to very mature young adult readers. As for adults this should interest anyone curious about Rome, or the surviving daughter one of history's greatest love stories. The book is undeniably informative, and I'll definitely check out whatever else Moran offers in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moonlight in Odessa; Author: Janet Skeslien Charles; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Typically when I finish a book, I can't help but feel somewhat proud as if I have accomplished something. It is more rare for me to come to the end of the book longing for more--just a few chapters, pages, anything! I definitely felt that I became so invested in the characters and story of Moonlight in Odessa by Janet Skeslien Charles that I was bummed to finish it. The book begins with Daria (who has a degree in Engineering) landing a dream job (secretary at a shipping company): amazing pay, she can speak English all day, and she will get exposure to the luxuries of the world which are very scarce (expensive) in Odessa. The only catch is that her boss makes it clear that sleeping with him is a job requirement. The aftereffects of Communism hit the Odessan economy hard, and bribery, extortion and poverty are part of everyday life. Daria navigates these challenges of commerce expertly, and finds that she loves the security her job offers. Determined to stall her boss until she can come up with a way to dissuade him, Daria makes some questionable moral moves which end up changing her life. For plot reasons I won't disclose, Daria ends up in America. At this point the story kind of hit a stalemate, losing a lot of its grip, and when Charles finally tied the plot up, some of the major storylines seemed unresolved. It was an abrupt ending as if the author had simply ran out of steam, and yet kudos to Charles for making me care so much about a group of fictional people. They are endearing to say the least. Charles has done an amazing job at making them feel authentic. As in I may not like something that Daria did, but I understood why she did it. The book is also a smart yet entertaining look at the sad ramifications of an economic collapse and the lengths which some will go to secure their own American dream. I am definitely recommending this one.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Coral Thief; Author: Rebecca Stott; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, mystery; Review: If Rebecca Stott's goal was to create a vivid feel of Paris after the Napoleonic wars, this novel is a complete success. As for the plot and characters she builds this vibrant setting around, they definitely take a backseat in her vivid re-creation. Her story starts as an intriguing mystery novel, young scientist Daniel Connor heads to Paris to study with the greats in a nexus of brilliant and important thought of the day, Paris. On the train into town, he is near hypnotized by a beautiful stranger, and ends up having some priceless fossils stolen from him. When he tries to recover his items, he meets the Police Chief, a corrupt and former master thief who has his own agenda concerning this robbery. The novel quickly morphs into a caper story with who is using whom elements. This narrative is interspersed with an imagined tale of Napoleon's journey to exile which Stott doesn't even bother to connect to the story in any real way beyond a few casual comments. Its almost as if you are watching a an Oceans Elevens/Departed type movie and your spouse keeps changing the channel to an documentary on Napoleon's exile and Post Revolutionary Paris. You don't get bored with one program or the other, but the mixture feels somewhat bumpy at best. Daniel Connor also makes one inexpiable decision after another which doesn't help. The writing however is great, and Stott consistently uses several phrases that light up. The Police Chief (who is based on fact in a stranger then fiction turn), and some of the scenes that describe Revolutionary violence are the story's fabulous and moving highlights.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The White Queen (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #2); Author: Philippa Gregory; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: After showcasing as many Tudor royals as any one reader can comfortably stomach, Philippa Gregory strives to show us another English Royal family as equally interesting. The White Queen launches her War of the Roses trilogy, and focuses on Elizabeth Woodville. Gregory's Woodville falls instantly in love with the King, and she ascends the throne at a dangerous time of civil war. An incredibly cut throat period in which each claimant to the throne has a much right as the next, and the alliances of the Great Families of England are always shifting. We soon learn that no one, especially your own family can be trusted in noble England. Elizabeth and Edward's union makes instant enemies, and the entirety of their marriage will be spent on defending the throne. In my opinion, while this novel is good, it is not as good as either Boleyn book chiefly because I felt that I understood those characters. In The White Queen, Elizabeth is painted as complacent and dutiful wife during the first half of the novel, and ambitious shrew during the second. Towards the end it becomes a Woodville on the throne at any cost which may have been historically accurate, but it didn't fit with Elizabeth's established persona up until then. Elizabeth also believes she is the descendent from a water goddess from a fairy tale which Gregory interrupts literally, and that tale is interspersed with Elizabeth's tale although they don't quite connect. The tenses also shift from Elizabeth's first person to assumedly Elizabeth's first person describing battle details as they happen which doesn't make sense and is jarring. However, the book is still one of Gregory's best. As always the story is instantly gripping. You are immediately immersed in the Woodville family, and their struggles to advance their family while ensuring security for Edward's reign. Gregory does a great job of fleshing out a family that has been villanized by history, and presenting their side of the story. And even those who know the inevitable outcome will be surprised by Gregory's take. Gregory doesn't attempt to pander for sympathy to Elizabeth's plight and instead gives us as even a portrayal of Elizabeth as the historical records afford. And Elizabeth's relationship to her own daughter (also Elizabeth) is easily my favorite element of the novel, this relationship is almost portrayed as Elizabeth wrestling with her own conscience which is not only brilliant but expertly builds interest for the next two books in the series. Gregory's books are one of my guiltiest and most anticipated literary pleasures. This book was no exception. Gregory fans and first time readers who enjoy the genre will want to puck it up immediately and will count down the days until her next book in the series, The Red Queen. Moderate fans may want to wait for the paperback.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Every Patient Tells a Story: Medical Mysteries and the Art of Diagnosis; Author: Lisa Sanders; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: If every patient tells a story, surely some of those stories are not dull? I only ask because after reading Lisa Sanders, MD exploration of all things diagnostic, I'm still not sure. This book is incredibly informative but it tends to be dry. Lisa Sanders is the technical advisor to TV's House. In fact, she takes credit for partly inspiring the series. But her book reminds me that I'd rather watch House then read accounts of its medical basis. Every Patient has its interesting moments, but t isn't exactly a book that you can relax with. I could only take so many of these medical mysteries a sitting before they tend to blur and run into one another. This inside look at how a doctor thinks, and how they manipulate the smallest symptoms or other clues to diagnose everything from West Nile to Cannabinoid Hyperemesis (yes, as in cannabis) is illuminating. And the anecdotes are good representatives to make Sanders' aside point, that medical shortcuts are affecting the ability of doctors to make a correct diagnosis resulting in sub par care. Whether the fault is the skip of the routine physical exam or the brevity allotted for patient history and back story of an ailment, Sanders takes shots at the prevalent standards of practice. These points make for a scary but essential read. Skip this one at your own risk.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Loved Books Too Much: The True Story of a Thief, a Detective, and a World of Literary Obsession; Author: Allison Hoover Bartlett; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, mystery; Review: The world of antique and collectible books makes for an engrossing backdrop that upstages the core story of a book detective and his nemesis, a man who uses stolen credit cards to purchase rare books. This titled book thief never becomes enigmatic despite the author's best efforts and repeated assurances. It is clear how passionate he is, but his rationales and remorselessness are almost unbearable. But the glimpses of bibliomania are sure to amuse avid readers. If books are your thing, The Man Who Loved Books Too Much is nothing short of a delight to devour.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Year of the Flood (MaddAddam, #2); Author: Margaret Atwood; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I was surprised by Margaret Atwood's Year of the Flood. I hesitated to read it as I had already read one cautionary apocalyptic tale this year, Liz Jensen's The Rapture. But there is no comparison, though I enjoyed moments in The Rapture, I was absolutely fascinated by Atwood's work. And although both delve into the treacherous side of religion and politics, Flood isn't even about a flood. Couple that idea with it isn't even about any one year more than the other in the quarter century span of its futuristic narrative. Which is where it became surprising. This novel is hard core science fiction despite its inexplicable title and floral cover. It is almost as if it is science fiction cloaked in literary fiction's clothing. And after the initial shocker, that is exactly its feel. A detailed and creative world magnified by a compelling story, deft characterization, and remarkable rendition. Basically the story is about two women living after a flood has wiped out most of the population. Over the course of the novel their story is back filled to ascertain how they were able to survive, and we are treated to a new vision of humanity, one who has little to lose. This new world is complete with massive corporation posing as government, some bizarre genetic cross breeds, and apocalyptic drama. I can see why some call Atwood Canada's best living writer. Anyone who expects literature to open up new worlds will find a favorite in this novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lady Vernon and Her Daughter; Author: Jane Rubino; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I am obliged to admit that I was thoroughly entertained by Lady Vernon and Her Daughter. There are some who might say that to rework a novella of letters by such an esteemed author far too an ambitious undertaking. And yet there are some who are so bewitched with the Austenesque style that to have too long a period go by without some sort of Austen inspired release to be too cruel a fortune to bear. Lady Vernon and Her Daughter boasts wit and pleasant diversion, and gives Austen's admires something fresh to consume. And I'd daresay that this novel's gentlemen are as dashing and noble as any that Austen herself has conceived. Though at times the effort on the part of the authors is plainly obvious, and Lady Vernon is inhumanely charming and clever whilst her enemies are inconceivably daft, I still have the pleasure of saying Lady Vernon and Her Daughter is the most delightful Austen novel since Pride and Prejudice and Vampires. It would be to the credit of Austen fans to read it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lit; Author: Mary Karr; Genres: history, poetry, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Mary Karr's Lit is magnificent. It completes her life story as began in The Liar's Club and Cherry by detailing her marriage, motherhood, her battle with alcoholism and her rise as a literary talent. In this memoir Karr achieves a forceful honesty that holds nothing back in her self examination. Because she is a poet, one expects her writing to compel in story as much as language and will not be disappointed. Sometimes I felt as if I was actually experiencing Karr's moments right beside her. Instead I felt lucky to be able to read a book that is certain to become a classic. And is sure to please faithful fans and transfix legions of new readers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Duma Key; Author: Stephen King; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: When I wasn't listening to Duma Key, I wanted to be listening Duma Key. When it was over, despite piles of books that I should be listening to, I wanted to start all over again. I can't wait to pass this one along to my follow audio addicts. I'm not sure it gets any better then this. That said, it does take a few CDs for the book to hook you as our main character, Edgar Freemantle's life implodes due to an accident, he's not a likable guy. And there are 18 CDs total, so it was a definite time commitment. There is also a lot of adult language, so I had to painfully forego listening with my children in the car. However, with Duma Key, King surpasses anything he's ever done. I was never sure what to expect, and I carried an unshakable unease during every moment I was able to listen to it. Easily the best audiobook I've listened to this year. John Slattery did an excellent job in creating dozens of characters. Do not hesitate; if you haven't listened to Duma Key, you'll want to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unfinished Desires; Author: Gail Godwin; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Gail Godwin's Unfinished Desires is in the league with some of her best work (for instance my favorite Evensong). Desires is set nearly entirely in an elite Catholic Girl's school only its time frame spans nearly a century. We get the perspective and stories of the schools inception into 2008 and those who shaped the school's history (a lot of nuns, girls, and parents). Only we don't get the story chronologically, but instead Godwin builds up a little momentum settling with one time period and narrator, and then almost arbitrarily shifts years and points of view. Not only does it get frustrating to read at times but also drags out the story so that it limps and staggers in places. All of the story's dramatic action culminates in a play put on by the 1951 9th grade class, but we know that very early on in the book, and Godwin sure takes her time bringing the play into her story. The book manages to redeem itself through its compulsive readability. Godwin is a classically gifted storyteller and this exploration of the teenage girl dynamic gives her plenty of substance to work with. Godwin's plotlines may be more subtle then other contemporary fiction authors, but her characterization and imagery do not fail to engage. One thing you can count on from any of her novels is that they will be a good read, Unfinished Desires is no exception. Fan should be pleased, and this novel is an excellent start for those unfamiliar with the considerable Godwin. With this delicate and complex novel Godwin adds to bookshelf of modern literary classics.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wrong Mother (Spilling CID, #3); Author: Sophie Hannah; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: I usually have at least 3 books going at a time as a matter of habit. But once I got a hundred pages or so in to Sophie Hannah's THE WRONG MOTHER, it was all I wanted to read. The story centers around Sally Thorning who in a moment of selfishness escapes on an indulgent vacation and extramarital affair. It is only months later she discovers her lover is not who he said he is, and her indiscretion will have life threatening consequences beyond her imagination. The story shifts between Sally, the police investigating the crime, and excerpts of a diary detailing the day to day life of murder victim who is finding mothering her young child excruciating. Shifting narrators is one of the most overused literary devices today and it is to Hannah's credit that the reader barely notices. Instead the story was so compelling and lively that these characters inspire and evoke emotion from the very first to the very last page. Although readers are kept in the dark throughout much of this murder mystery and only doled out tiny fairly useless clues, the book stayed thoroughly suspenseful. Hannah's deft exploration of modern motherhood and its expectations deliver a scarily relatable must read for all crime, mystery and literary fiction fans.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Kids Are All Right: A Memoir; Author: Diana Welch; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: In The Kids are All Right, four siblings produce a fresh take on the familial memoir. This book billed for lovers of The Liar's Club and The Glass Castle stands on its own against these genre standards, not so much for its dramatic subject matter, but more for the unique way it is constructed and the instant affinity the authors inspire. While peppering every page with nostalgic 80's references, the Welch children (Amanda, Liz, Dan and Diana) alternate their points of view detailing their losses of virginity, their parents, and almost each other. No narrator lasts more than three pages and they proceed to correct each other's recollections or share the same memory from another point of view. The result is a memoir which feels more like brothers and sisters recounting family lore at the kitchen table. This brisk conversational read reminds readers the importance of family and describes a deep love that helps these Kids weather affecting tragedy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Weed That Strings the Hangman's Bag (Flavia de Luce, #2); Author: Alan Bradley; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Bradley ups the ante with The Weed that Strings the Hangman's Bag, his second Flavia deLuce novel in which our spunky heroine (an eleven year old budding chemist with a passion for poison) investigates the sudden death of a celebrity puppeteer. And of course, the mystery she sets out to solve twists and turns along adding another possible victim, and quirky hilarity ensues. I usually approach the second installment of any series warily. After finishing The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie, and being effortlessly captivated by the precocious but brilliant Flavia de Luce, I was certain that the unique voice Alan Bradley had created would be at best too sugary and at worst stale in further installments. However, I was please to find that after a page or two--I was as instantly as engaged with Flavia's voice as previously, and the premise was still pleasantly fresh. Bradley has created a kind of mysterly-lite niche that is devoid of any edge whatsoever. Instead he relies on dynamic characterization, tangible mood, and wit to provide dramatic tension. I can't put a finger on why a book is not remotely suspenseful can be so hard to put down. And so maybe that is its appeal. Anyone who enjoyed Sweetness (and who didn't?) should be delighted. And if you haven't read Sweetness (you should), but it is not necessary to take pleasure in this mystery. Only then you too (like me) find yourself eagerly awaiting deLuce's next debacle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Royal; Author: Vanora Bennett; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Though sure to please those who love to curl up with a big thick historical romance, The Queen's Lover may frustrate some with its meandering plot lines and shifting points of view. Too long, too detailed and yet somehow never managing to clarify the political contexts the characters find themselves in to a reader unfamiliar with the early to mid fifteenth century. Vanora Bennett describes much of the life of Catherine de Valois a young princess struggling to survive the neglect of her father's war ravaged France. Her father is mad and her mother is too self absorbed to care. When her cherished younger brother declares war on what is left of the royal family, Catherine vows to escape at all costs, and her best option seems to be marriage to the enemy, the English King Henry V. Only she finds her greatest challenge will be to fight her feelings for the handsome Welshman, Owain Tudor, who depends on but offers her a love that can never be. Bennett fails to cash in on the spirited heroine stereotype, but instead portrays a rather bland and ineffective princess. She seems more concerned about her honor, happiness and political survival then that of the ones she claims to love. She is continuously upstaged by other historical figures Queen Isabeau, her Father Charles VI, her brother Charles, Johanne of Arc, Warwick, etc... The bones of the story are grounded in fact which is fascinating as any in history, but the meat of the story and motivations read at best highly fictionalized and at worst far fetched. Recommended only for Bennett fans interested in her take on the time period and events, or those whose definition of a great read is a period romance with a love conquers all theme.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love and Louis XIV: The Women in the Life of the Sun King; Author: Antonia Fraser; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Antonia Fraser briefly profiles dozens and dozens of those women who however briefly captured the attention of Louis XIV. And there are A LOT of ladies. Which makes keeping all the of these ladies straight difficult, and the material would be better suited by several charts to establish the hierarchy and family tree of the French Court for reference. The print edition may have included such resources, but the audio book did not. Had Fraser focused her scope somewhat that may have not been necessary, but as the book is written, it is hard to follow. I also wouldn't have minded some historical context to encapsulate some of these romances or amusements, nor would I have been against a little more focus or detail on some of those ladies who were more important to Louis life and reign. Instead we get brief profiles and scant details on almost everyone whom the king has a flirtation with, those who marry within the upper echelon of the court, or can claim descent from Louis. I feared it would get to the point where Fraser would introduce Louis' maids, cooks or those who walked through the room briefly were not introduced to the King. Eyre delivers an impeccable French read (at least to my ears) but at times her inflections, pauses and pronunciations tend towards snobbery. Even if that was the point, I found her unlikable. And though Eyre's performance did not curb my enjoyment of the book, she didn't bring anything special to the material either. I can't get enough details on the scandalous courts and love lives of European Monarchic figures, so of course I did really enjoy the book. However it may not suit more discriminating listeners.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wives of Henry Oades; Author: Johanna Moran; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Imagine that your husband is transferred to New Zealand in the late 1800s and you and your small children have no choice but to accompany him. Once in your remote locale, you find that tensions between settlers and the native tribe are increasingly hostile. All of which culminates in an attack on your home in which you and your children are kidnapped and forced into slavery. You manage to escape and try to desperately find your husband, but he has left New Zealand. Desperate you are able to track him to California, and arrive at his doorstep penniless. Anticipating the best moment in the 6 years of torment you knock on his door and are confronted with his new wife, Nancy. With no other options you move into their farm with your children only to be persecuted by society and tried for bigamy. Such is the soap operatic fate of Meg Oades who is actually based on a real person and an actual court case that tested the laws of bigamy and spotlights Victorian society and values. Meg's take is surprisingly well- balanced by Nancy's account. Nancy is a young widow with a child of her own and a cruel victim of extraordinary circumstances. This strange but true story is deftly fleshed out in Moran's debut even if the women and their husband are heavily idealized, but their story is unforgettable and an interesting back drop to explore family, love and loyalty. As page turning as a thriller, The Wives of Henry Oades is a thought provoking book club selection.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bad Queen: Rules and Instructions for Marie-Antoinette (Young Royals, #6); Author: Carolyn Meyer; Genres: history, young-adult, children, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Meyer imagines the life of Marie-Antoinette as a young girl through her death giving us a Queen who was not entirely rotten but self absorbed, shallow, and inept at public relations. All of the chapters begin from a rule that was likely given to the monarch, and the bulk of the rules refer to her rampant unchecked spending. Which Meyer details and then lets the young monarch rationalize. Meyer clearly went out of her way to give an impartial view if the notorious Queen. She does play to Antoinette's spoiled and thoughtless reputation, but balances those fatal flaws with the struggles of young girl trying to fit in amongst the anti-Austrian climate and furthermore portrays Antoinette a loving mother her mother and a dutiful wife. My only complaint is that Meyer shifts the narration from Maire to her daughter, Maire Therese, over the last hundred pages, and I am not sure why. I can only guess that she wanted to keep the narration flowing from a youthful perspective. It only serves to alienate the reader from our narrator during the most critical events of her life. Otherwise, though much of the historical details are fashion and court custom based, readers are also given insights into the American and French Revolutions. Plus the author gives a historical note and a bibliography which many of my "adult" fictionalized novels of actual historical figures do not even bother with. The story is an instantly engrossing choice with a tragic appeal that young ladies should devour like cake.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Solar; Author: Ian McEwan; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Solar is called "the literary event of the spring ion the back page of the advanced edition which is further evidence that expectations are running unchecked for Ian McEwan's latest. And after being deceived by Briony in Atonement, and shocked at the turn a long-time friendship takes in Amsterdam (two novels that still rate with me years after I've finished them), I too, could not wait to grab this book. McEwan portrays a Nobel Prize genius past his prime, Michael Beard, who struggles to hold his marriage together. He has just come to realize that his fifth wife is the love of his life as she is gearing up to leave him. And although he has coasted his entire life on his youthful brilliance, he is also beginning to worry he is becoming irrelevant in the ever advancing world of Physics. Nothing short of saving the world from apocalyptic climate change can possibly revitalize his existence, and the key to that may have fallen at his feet. Of course, I found the first part of this book, Beard's domestic drama far more engrossing then the subsequent parts where I felt the novel began to lose steam and the reader just short of waited for the inevitable. Still I can't think of anyone but McEwan who could inspire me to pick up a book detailing high level physics and global climate politics. While not my favorite McEwan, it won't disappoint his clamoring fans, and is likely to become, well, the literary event of the summer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wolf Hall (Thomas Cromwell, #1); Author: Hilary Mantel; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: As many times as I have traversed the saga of Henry the VIII and Anne Boleyn, I have never focused in on Walter Cromwell. That Cromwell's rise was as fascinating as any of the heady ascensions in the Tudor period is a given, but I can't say that I've ever wondered what it was like around his dinner table. And this is what Mantel does for more than 500 pages. And the novel feels like 532 pages. We get Thomas Cromwell as a young man to Cromwell as Cardinal Wolsey's servant to Cromwell power grabbing courtier. We take a break from the political arenas to get a little Thomas Cromwell family man, and Thomas Cromwell romantic. Before you pick up this book, you may want to ask yourself if you care? Through Cromwell's rise to power we get a locker room rehashing of some events and motivations but the major plot points are skipped over or summarized in a line or two. So it is more successful for those already familiar and interested in this critical time period for England who can read it is an indulgent luxury. (Others may find Mantel's style choppy and the plot line pointless). Cromwell as a character is constantly upstaged by the key players Henry, Anne, Katherine, Wolsey. Norfolk, Suffolk, etc... And to so thoroughly examine events from Cromwell's perspective, but then not mention how he accomplishes some of his major advancements seems weird, but then again maybe Mantel did, and I had stopped paying attention--she does tend to ramble on about minutiae and insignificant imaginings; such as Mary Boleyn's lusting after Cromwell or Cromwell's lusting after Jane Seymour. The book's major redemption is the complete vilification of Thomas More. Finally, More is portrayed as a man of the character who had so many burned alive for their religious beliefs. Mantel treats his fall as the comeuppance it deserves to be. And still, is it saving enough to wade through the endlessly witty conversations to the novels awkward ending? Barely.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lacuna; Author: Barbara Kingsolver; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: Didn't like. The audio version had Kingsolver reading and she read the novel like she was telling the story to a five year old. Just because she is an amazing author, doesn't make her an amazing narrator. I literally could not take another second and had to abandon an otherwise good story. Skip the audio and get the hardcover.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lake Shore Limited; Author: Sue Miller; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: In Sue Miller's The Lake Shore Limited, not a lot happens. Instead we get character's that are so convincingly difficult that it becomes tough going for the reader to find anything redemptive about them. Basically a group of spoiled adults surrounding a play hurt each other. The roundabout and jerky narration, absent plot and humor, wisdom, doesn't help matters. Though Miller's use of language is at times striking, I still struggled to finish this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Winter Garden; Author: Kristin Hannah; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Kristen Hannah's Winter Garden is one of those books that picks up a little late in the page count, but absolutely pays off for eager readers. The story is told on and off from the point of view of two sisters, Meredith and Nina, as their lives descend into emotional turmoil after their beloved father dies. Suddenly, the care of their estranged mother is forced on them, and while one instantly takes off, the other finds the care of their mother overwhelming when it seems mom may be slipping into madness. They both independently realize that they know almost nothing about their Russian mother. Compelled by a deathbed promise Nina tries and eventually succeeds in getting her mother to tell a childhood fairytale from which they learn the amazing story of a woman during the siege of Leningrad and a lot about their mom. Meredith and Nina are the weakest part of the story though both are successful women neither seems to know what they want in the romance department. Their story can't stack up against what we slowly learn about their mom. However the subject matter of the fairytale is undeniably fascinating if at times vividly sad--be prepared to cry. If Hannah could have been persuaded to cut down the first part of her book some, and avoided tying up her ending a little too prettily, this might have been one of the best books I have ever read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: NESCO FD-60, Snackmaster Express Food Dehydrator, White, 500 watts; Brand: Nesco; Review: Working well so far! Lots of options to use it for; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Handy Living 2-in-1 Bed Frame and Box Spring Combination, Twin; Brand: Handy Living; Review: Haven't had it long but it's legs are already bowing and it never layed flat.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: International Concepts S58-102 San Remo Counter Height Stool, Cinnamon/Espresso, 24-Inch; Brand: International Concepts; Review: These seem very sturdy so far...even after three kids abusing them. I purchased to replace swivel bar stools that were falling apart. Time will tell if they last but they were easy enough to assemble and offer solid seating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Presto 03510 Ceramic FlipSide Belgian Waffle Maker; Brand: Presto; Review: Husband's new toy. I ordered it but in usual husband fashion. ..he opened it and took it over. It make perfect deep Belgium waffles. We had a cheap one bavk in the day and it was a joke...over spill, uneven cooking etc. .this just works the way it's supposed to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Platinum Grinders Herb Grinder with Pollen Catcher - Large 2.5 Inch 4 Piece, Black Aluminum; Brand: Platinum Grinders; Review: Works well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Discovery World Furniture Twin Over Full Loft Bed, Merlot; Brand: Discovery World Furniture; Review: In the grand scheme of things we are happy with the beds as its nice not to have the bottom bigger bed attached, so if my boys want to split rooms I don't have to buy new beds again. The finish is nice and the dresser is large enough for two kids to share...firstly know the set up instructions are a joke...we spend more time trying to figure things out with diagrams than we ever have on any other furniture project. Second...it comes flat packed except for the dresser which is pre-assembled...thus two pieces were slightly damaged...but those pieces show when it was set up. Amazon was awesome in compensating for the damaged pieces as the only other solution would be to have an entirely new bed shipped and to take the undamaged pieces from that and then ship it back...who has room for two sets of huge boxes not to mention the hassle of trying to set up a freight return when original delivery took 3-weeks! The delivery man was great don't get me wrong but I'm not trying to stress out and have my garage taken over by large freight boxes. We took the partial refund and bought some wood markers to make the damaged pieces look better, but for nearly $800.00 I shouldn't have to repair damage. Now...there was also missing hardware pieces...luckily only for the shelves...but do you think the actual manufacturer has replied to my email or send those parts? Nope....3 weeks and counting :/ hopefully I can just buy replacent shelf pegs because right now I have a shelf that's unusable and the only contact information for them is an email address and Amazon told me I had to contact them directly for replacement parts ..what's up with that? So nice bed (minus shipping damage), sturdy, roomy, but missing hardware and that's not okay with an unresponsive manufacture. This weekend I'll head to the hardware store and see if I can get aftermarket pieces myself as 3-weeks was more than enough time for Discover Furniture to reach out about those parts, so I assume I am SOL with them...I'll know better next purchase; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: El Changarro; City: Bensalem, PA; Review: I was ignored at the counter for 5 to 10 minutes before leaving. Awful customer service. I won't be coming back.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Champs Pizza; City: Bensalem, PA; Review: Pizza was absolutely terrible. Got the mega fry pie. Took and hour and a half to arrive, it was undercooked, and was just ranch, cheese wiz and a few fries on half cooked dough. Never again.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Metro Diner; City: Bensalem, PA; Review: Great brunch........................... they made me continue to write but this was all I had to say; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pho Palace; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Best pho around. Ignore the ratings. We go here all the time. The pho palace menu item is the best; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tony's King of Pizza; City: Bensalem, PA; Review: Best pizza place in Bensalem. Great Pizza, wings, calzones, cheesesteaks etc. The breakfast steak is good also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OCI Bar & Grill; City: Hulmeville, PA; Review: Very good. The place is much nicer than the pictures make it look. The food is fantastic and everything is reasonably priced; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HNT Chicken; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Service was absolutely terrible. Rude person taking order and waited at window without being greeted for 5 minutes. Food was decent, but portions were poor and they didnt have several things we tried to order, including the right bag to carry food in. It'll shut down before the end of the year.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Crab Du Jour - Langhorne; City: Langhorne, PA; Review: Just alright. Service and drinks were good but the food was underwhelming. Prefer Crafty Crab in Bensalem.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Affordable Spa Covers; City: Clearwater, FL; Review: 6 months and I still haven't received the cover. No refund and terrible response from company. They simply lied about delivery time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: This Regret; Author: Visit Amazon's Victoria Ashley Page; Review: I chose this book on a whim. I'm so glad I did too. Definitely wasn't the story I was expecting. A little bit of everything, tragedy, mystery, heartbreak, and love. Exposes mistakes that everyday people make, and the choices we makes to deal with them. I truly felt for Phoenix and Kellen, and kept hoping for a happy ending. The back stories, and other characters leave it open for more books, which I will gladly read. I look forward to more from this author, I was truly impressed. Thanks Victoria Ashley for a great read!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Working It: A Love by Design Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: I got this book because Kendall Ryan is one of my favorite authors. I loved it, I knew I would. So much is put into her stories and characters, its no wonder I can't put her books down. If you haven't read any of Kendall's books, what are you waiting on? I haven't had a bad experience yet, and I don't expect too. I look forward to any book she writes, and find myself wanting to reread many of them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unravel Me; Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: Loved this book, finished it in one sitting. It was that awesome!!!! Aut viam inveniam aut faciam tibi. I will either find a way or make one. Kendall Ryan I loved that quote, I kept going back and reading that line. It just touched me, and inspired me. This book is by far one of my favorites ever. Kendall never disappoints. Definitely recommend this book, might even have to read it again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Make Me Yours: Unravel Me #2; Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: As usual, I loved a Kendall Ryan book. I didn't know what to expect, and I should've known better. I wasn't let down, I was sucked in. Totally related to the characters, and was dying to know what was going to happen. I couldn't put this book down!! Read it, see for yourself, Kendall is a great author; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hard to Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: This was my first Kendall Ryan book, and won't be my last. The characters are great, and like real people. I think what I love most, no cliffhangers, I love knowing how a story plays out. Keep it up Kendall, love your books!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Impact of You; Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: Wasn't sure how this book would be, but it was great. Kendall always outdoes herself, looking forward to more and more from her. Read it, you won't be disappointed =); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fury (FIERCE); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: I loved this book. You really feel for Hunter, and how he tries to do the right thing. I thought I loved Fierce, but Fury is by far my favorite. I just loved hearing Hunter's side. I'm so looking forward to more reads from Clarissa Wild. She became one of my favorite authors. If you liked Fierce, you should really enjoy Fury.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never Close Enough; Author: Visit Amazon's Anie Michaels Page; Review: I loved this book. The characters were great. The story was awesome. It had everything. Drama, comedy, love, and heartbreak. I can't wait to read the next book. Anie Michaels is a great author, and you won't be disappointed with this book. And book two is out now, so no wait to see what happens. What are you waiting on? Buy this book, and read read read!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back-up; Author: Visit Amazon's A.M Madden Page; Review: A.M. Madden is awesome. I never would've known this was her debut. I'm just sorry I waited so long to read it. The characters were awesome. I loved the way they were introduced. You felt like you knew them, and what they wanted. Jack and Leila know what they want, they just didn't know what they needed. Life has a way of sneaking up on you, smacking you when you least expect it. They each feel a pull, that they try to deny, and think the other couldn't feel the same way. This was a great love story, that made you laugh, made you mad. It was great. A.M. is an author to look out for, I can't wait for more from her; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Front & Center (Book 2 of The Back-up Series); Author: Visit Amazon's A.M. Madden Page; Review: This was an amazing book. It picked up right where Back-Up left off. Jack and Leila have everything going against them, but they have a love that's so powerful. If you read Back-Up, you have to read this book. So many questions are answered. Loved the book. A.M. Madden is great, I look forward to more from her; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wake Up Call; Author: Visit Amazon's Victoria Ashley Page; Review: I loved this book. The characters were well written, and relatable. I laughed, smiled, and cried like a baby with this book. Jace, what can I say? He's the all around good guy. He can't stand to see a woman hurt. He would do anything to protect those he cares about. He's a hero in an otherwise cruel world. Avery, poor Avery. I know she had it rough, but she made me so mad! Running is easy, I know, but its not always right. I've said it before, I'm truly impressed with Victoria Ashley. I can't wait to see what she does next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wrath of Sin; Author: Visit Amazon's Tabatha Vargo Page; Review: I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I one-clicked this book. Jacksin, my heart breaks for him. Even though I don't agree with his actions, I understand him. He's had to bear more than any person should. Grief is a powerful emotion, and it can break the best of us. He's struggling to get by, each day is a battle. Then he finds someone to blame, and plots his revenge, he just didn't expect Emily! y. Emily, daddy's little girl, that thinks daddy can do no wrong. I didn't like her at first, always doing what was expected of her. But she grew on me. Granted, I don't understand how you go from being kidnapped to wanting your kidnapper. But it happens, and it made a good story. I guess, everything happens for a reason, and maybe all the loss was meant to bring them together. I'm awful, but I still wanted the "good" doctor to die, he was a horrible person. Overall, I loved this book. Its not my typical read, but I'm glad I didn't miss out on it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unforeseen Heartbeat (Second Chances #2); Author: Visit Amazon's Maureen Mayer Page; Review: I read Relinquishing Liberty first, and was looking forward to Maddie's story. Maddie makes you think she's a happy go lucky gal. But she's a fighter, she's stronger than she thinks she is. Hunter, was awesome, who doesn't love a Dr. GI Joe? Their banter and relationship make this story. I laughed, I cried, Hunter ticked me off, then I ugly ugly cried. Then Hunter redeems himself, which made me happy again. It was great that the characters from Relinquishing Liberty appeared in this book. Although, its not necessary to read the first book, it helps to understand some of why Maddie feels the way she does. Overall, this was a great book from an amazing author. If you haven't read this book or Relinquishing Liberty, you need to, they are GREAT!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When I Break (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Kendall Ryan Page; Review: I admit, I'm a huge fan of Kendall Ryan. I have yet to be disappointed by her. What can I say about When I Break? For starters, it is a cliffhanger. I tried to wait to read this series, but come on.....its Kendall. Knox and McKenna are great characters. They each have a past filled with pain. They each are doing their best to get by. Knox is a good guy, he takes care of his family. But he is a sex addict, and needs help. McKenna, blames herself for her past, and volunteers to get by. They meet at a sex addicts meeting. Where she is the counselor, and he's needing counseling. Yes, nothing should come from this. But you can't help who you fall for. And they get closer and closer. Like I said there is a cliffhanger, so be prepared. As always, Kendall delivers!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Can't Go Home (Oasis Waterfall Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Angelisa Stone Page; Review: Dre, walks away from everything. He lives a simple life, not wanting or asking for anything. Kathryn, is a genuine caring person. She's always thinking of others, taking care of the little man. A chance encounter, and Dre is smitten. He can't stop thinking of Kathryn. He thinks its just about sex. He thinks, that there is no way she could care about him. This was a great love story, with a very unexpected twist at the end. Read it, I'm sure you will enjoy it. Then do yourself a favor and read the second book, its great too. I must add, this is NOT, I repeat NOT a cliffhanger. A really great read, awesome characters, and an interesting storyline.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Perfect Moment (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Becca Lee Page; Review: I LOVED it. This book had everything. I laughed, I cried, got pissed, and fell in love. It had love, comedy, drama, and great friendships. Preston and Ella were great. They had the perfect balance of hope and fear. I'm only left wondering one thing though. What was the deal with Dani? And the texts and voice mails from her? Leave it to me, to focus on that. But I kept waiting for a connection between her and Ben. I look forward to Jo and Liam's story also. I hope Preston and Ella continue their story, and maybe get their perfect moment. Becca, has an amazing talent, from the first page I was enthralled. I'm sure she will be around for a long time, and I look forward to new books from her. This is a great book, you will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of Reach; Author: Ms Missy Johnson; Review: When you read this book, have tissues on hand. This story broke my heart. I cried so much. Missy Johnson is an amazing author. Her stories pack so much emotion. What would you do if you were dying? And your best friend loved your girl? And your girl is going to be broken without you? You live, and make your last days count. And try to find a way to "fix" things. This is a must read, but be prepared for tears. This book made me laugh, really think, and cry some ugly tears. Read this book, you will not regret it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Living Again; Author: Visit Amazon's L L Collins Page; Review: From the minute I started this book, I had tears in my eyes. Sad tears, because there are heartbreaking parts. Then I'd smile and giggle, and before I knew what hit me, I was crying again. Happy tears for the heartwarming moments. A wonderfully written story, that will break your heart, but give you hope. This is my first experience with L.L. Collins, and she completely wrecked me. The characters, their pain, their joy, you feel EVERYTHING!!!! You can't help getting sucked into the emotional roller coaster that has become Kayley's life. No one should experience the kind of loss she did. And Ben, he's had his trials too, but he's perfect, or should I say yummy? I knew this book was going to make me cry, but it exceeded any expectation I had.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reaching Rachel (Living Again) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's L L Collins Page; Review: Wow!! What can I say? Let me start off with, you can see the growth of the author with this book. She has really come into her own. This story had everything, heartache, pain, drama, unfortunately abuse, but most importantly it had love. I'm so happy with this book, and the way it turned out. From the first page, I was drawn in, and I can't let go yet. I can't wait to see what L.L. does in the future; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Encore (Book 3 of The Back-Up Series); Author: Visit Amazon's A.M. Madden Page; Review: How do I review this book without giving anything away?? Let me start by saying, I'm a huge A.M. fan, and loved the previous two books. Encore, was better than both of them put together. This book shows the growth as an author so well. The multiple POVs, were great. It was a surprise to see what others besides Jack and Leila were thinking. The perfect encore for this series! So many loose ends are tied up, and several characters get to share the spotlight. Job well done, I got so much more than I expected Don't get me wrong, Back Up and Front & Center are awesome books, but Encore is so much more!!! I won't go into detail, but definitely read all three books, it is so worth it. I look forward to more from A.M. in the future, hopefully we'll see more of Devil's Lair and the Cliffhangers, I can't wait to see what the future holds for certain characters.......I must say I'm intrigued by Trey, he's more complex than I thought.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In A Heartbeat (Rebel Walking Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Hilary Storm Page; Review: I put off reading this series. I don't know why, because it was great! Everything I expected in a great story. I laughed so much, the body shots, WOW!! The toasts were hilarious. This is a great story, with a sad backstory. Well worth your time though; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heaven Sent (Rebel Walking Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Hilary Storm Page; Review: Taron and Ivy, what can I say? This was the perfect love/hate relationship. My expectations were blown away. I didn't expect the twists and turns in this story. A great read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Strings Attached (Rebel Walking Series) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Hilary Storm Page; Review: Best book so far. I laughed, cringed, and cried. And my heart broke. This book was great. I look forward to more Rebel Walking, and to see what becomes of everyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Come: Dirty, Dark, and Deadly Book One; Author: J. a. Huss; Review: I was hooked from the beginning. I didn't know what was going on. I still don't know! But I'll go where ever J A Huss sends me, I can't wait for me!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heart of Stone Trilogy; Author: Visit Amazon's K.M. Scott Page; Review: I admit this is the first time I read this author. I couldn't pass up getting 3 books in a bundle, yeah! Well I wasn't disappointed, a great series. Great characters, and story. I took a chance with this author, and although I'm not giving spoilers or details, I recommend this series. I look forward to more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Invincible (Trident Code) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Alana Albertson Page; Review: Wow! This story was great. The characters, their struggles, everything was perfect. Don't get me wrong, some serious topics were covered. And this author was amazing in the way each hard subject was dealt with. Awesome job Alana Albertson. Annie, such a strong person. To overcome her obstacles, most people wouldn't be able to. And Pat, with his own issues to deal with. Its hard to believe this story worked, but it did. Every step of the way, you felt for the main characters. You kept hoping for a happy ending. The twists that I didn't expect, really kept me involved. I don't know that any other author could have pulled this story off. I look forward to more stories from this author, as well as, hopefully, the stories of the secondary characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skipping Stones; Author: Visit Amazon's J.B. McGee Page; Review: I cried more reading this story than I have in a very long time. From the beginning to the end, I was drawn in. The heartache at the start was unbearable. This story had me feeling everything, grief, guilt, love, loss, and hope. I ugly cried, and felt my heart breaking. I felt as if I was experiencing the pain. J.B. is a very talented author that can write such an emotional story, and make the reader feel everything. I personally took so much from this story. Really makes you appreciate all that you have, and to treat each day for this gift that it is, and made me value every memory I have. One of my favorite books of the year. I highly recommend this story, it is a definite must read. Make sure you have tissues though, you will need them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wounded; Author: Visit Amazon's Jasinda Wilder Page; Review: This book was not what I expected, and I'm glad. Probably the best Jasinda Wilder book I've read. Strong characters, great story, and no cliffhanger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scar Tissue: Paradise Falls Book 1 (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Abigail Graham Page; Review: I'm impressed. I normally don't like cliffhangers, but this story is great. Twists and turns, kept me engrossed. I can't wait to see what happens.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Without You; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Prestsater Page; Review: I love this book. It was beautifully written. The characters were very relatable. I would definitely recommend to anyone that loves a good love story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dominic (Slater Brothers) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's L. A. Casey Page; Review: This was a great book. I got a kick out of the characters, the banter between Bronagh and Dominic was great. I absolutely loved the fat/phat arguments, it was hilarious! I laughed so much, I cant wait to read the next books. I admit, I was thrown for a loop later in the story, with things I didn't expect, I love when I'm surprised like that.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alec (Slater Brothers) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's L. A. Casey Page; Review: Job well done, I wasn't sure how you could top Dominic, but you did. Keela and Alec were great, their banter was almost as great as Bronagh and Dominic. We know some of Alec's story, now we see the rest. Keela has to go to her cousin's wedding, where she's marrying her ex that played her. The story was great, well told and executed, even when I got pissed at Alec. I have thoroughly enjoyed each book, laughed so much, and I can't wait to read more. As a side note, people who got upset reading. What did you expect? That scene was vital to this story, if it would have been different, it wouldn't have worked. You may not agree with it, but that's life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bronagh (Slater Brothers); Author: Visit Amazon's L. A. Casey Page; Review: I loved having this look into Bronagh and Dominic, to see where they are now. The characters were just as awesome as in the first book. Bronagh doesn't let up on the attitude. Dominic loves just as fiercely, and shows it always. A humorous love story, that makes me want me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. X; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: I've been looking forward to this book, I'm a huge fan of Clarissa Wild. This was nothing like any of her other books, and it was awesome. From the beginning, I was drawn in. I couldn't stop reading, I had to know what happpens. I wasn't disappointed, on the contrary I was blown away! It is dark, dirty, and deadly, but so so worth it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpha Billionaire; Author: Visit Amazon's Helen Cooper Page; Review: A hot fast paced story. Can't wait to see what happens; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Days of Rain; Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Hughes Page; Review: Warning, major ugly cry book here. Be prepared with tissues. This story was nothing like I expected. Just thinking about it now, brings tears to my eyes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Regrets (Canyon Cove) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Liliana Rhodes Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. Didn't exactly go as I expected, so I was pleasantly surprised. I really like the author, so I should have expected a great story. Can't wait for more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Much Is True; Author: Visit Amazon's Katherine Owen Page; Review: It took me awhile to get into this story. Tally and Linc broke my heart. So many thing went wrong for them. I kept hoping for something good to happen, and something bad kept happening. This story had it all love, loss, regret, and so much more. I'm really glad I stuck it out, because this story is going to stay with me for a long time. Absolutely heartbreaking at times, funny at others, and sometimes I just wanted to smack both Tally and Linc. I look forward to reading more from this author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ex Games (The Full Series); Author: Visit Amazon's J.S. Cooper Page; Review: Loved this series. I can't wait for more. Katie and Brandon were great. But I have to admit, there were times when I didn't like Brandon, I wanted to smack him :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Empathy; Author: Visit Amazon's Ker Dukey Page; Review: I knew this book was going to be dark, but wow! I was totally blown away. The characters were awesome. The plot was out of this world! And the ending, I was floored! Melody and Blake were great. Ryan was one of a kind. I'm a fan of Ker Dukey's work, but this by far is my favorite. I can't wait for more. If you like a little bit of a darker read, this is the one for you. It was awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Until Series: Box set; Author: Visit Amazon's Aurora Rose Reynolds Page; Review: All four books for one low price, how could I pass this up? I couldn't, and I'm so glad I didn't. Four brothers not interested in love, and BOOM, love finds them. The easy banter between characters was awesome. And the extended epilogue, letting you know what happens was great. I really hope that in the future there might be stories about their children. Alpha men, and strong minded women, heads will butt and wills tested. In the end though 4 great love stories, that I could read over and over.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Follow: (Social Media #1) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Hot! Hot! Hot! I tried to hold off on reading this series until all the books were out...... Yea, that didn't work out. From the beginning I was hooked. I loved the tweets, and Grace and Vaughn are great together. I can't wait to see what happens next. #ReadingAllNight #WhoNeedsSleep #VaughnAsherIsHot #GraceBetterPrepare; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Like: Social Media #2 (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: J.A. Huss may have very well became my favorite author! Granted, I haven't read a bad book from her (and don't expect to) Damn, can this chick write or what? It didn't feel like I was reading a story, I felt like I was seeing everything as it happens. The interactions are great, and hilarious at times. I think we can all relate to Grace, she could be any of us. She wants something, but doesnt want to want it, so she fights it. Vaughn is even hotter, if that's even possible. He wants what he wants, and he's damn sure going to get it. I can't wait to see what happens in the next books, and see where these two "dirty birds" end up. #LikeIsNotStrongEnough #LovedGrace&Vaughn #IWantMyOwnVaughn; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Block: Social Media #3 (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Whoa!! This book blew my mind. I can't wait to see how everything plays out. The ending?!?! Wow! Didn't see it coming. This series so far has ROCKED!!!! Everything has been great, characters, story, and the way its been broken down....PERFECT!!!! #QuitRunningGrace #LetVaughnTakeCareOfYou #HopingForTheFairyTaleEnding; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Status (Social Media) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: What the hell just happened???? Just when I think I have it figured out, nope I'm so wrong. Vaughn is great as always, and Grace is still trying to push him away. This has been the most informative installment yet. I can't wait to read the last two books. #WhoIsTheMaskedMan #GraceQuitRunning #VaughnBeThePrinceAndSaveThePrincess; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Profile (Social Media) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Mind blown, didn't expect most of what happened in this book. Vaughn doesn't stop, he will never give up on Grace. And Grace shows what a fighter she really is, she's kickass strong! I've never mentioned it before, but I absolutely love the EOBS, it gives such an insight into the author's mind and thought process. JA Huss, you are awesome, and I've loved every book I've read from you. Cant wait for the final installment. #TheBestYet #WhoWasTakingCareOfTheCat; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home: Social Media #6 (Volume 6); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: I wish I could give more stars. This series was great. Grace and Vaughn were incredible. I was on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what happens. I was confused for a while, trying to figure out what Vaughn was up to. I shouldn't have doubted him. I loved how every question was answered. And even got to see what happened with side characters. I hope there's a story or Conner and Felicity. And maybe we'll see if there were any baby Vaughns or Graces in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Backstage (Book 4 of The Back-Up Series) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's A.M. Madden Page; Review: From the first book in the Back Up series I was intrigued by Trey. Now, I understand him so much more. He had a tragic past, one no child should deal with. He escaped and ran, rising from nothing to worldwide fame. He keeps his emotions in check, and doesn't let anyone close. For the longest time I didn't think he liked anybody. But Little Leila Lair, breaks in just a little. It takes Tara to expose him fully. I loved the Lairs, but Trey makes you love him. By far this is the best book in the series. From the beginning to the end, you are waiting to see what happens. I don't know how A.M. does it, but you can feel Trey's pain. Tara is the perfect compliment to Trey, she soothes him when needed. They are the perfect couple. I couldn't have asked for a better story, it had everything and more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snare (Delirious Book 1) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: This story was like nothing I've read before. I don't know whats going to happen, and I love it. I can't wait to read the next books in this series. Wow! Just wow! Clarissa knocked this ine out of the park.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guns: The Spencer Book (Rook & Ronin Spinoff); Author: J. a. Huss; Review: Spencer intrigues me. I loved getting more of his story. Love the whole Rook & Ronin series and all the spinoffs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ford: Slack/Taut; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Ford is great. He has his issues, and he owns them. He doesn't make excuses, he's just who he is. I loved getting the extra insight into his life, and then seeing him get thrown for a loop. A great spinoff of Rook & Ronin. Great story,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rook and Ronin Omnibus Edition; Author: J. a. Huss; Review: A great value and great series. I loved it. The characters were great, I kept trying to figure out what was going on. Kept me intrigued and involved until the last page. Rook and Ronin were great together, and Ford and Spencer added thar little bit extra to a great story. Can't wait to read more; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bomb: A Day in the Life of Spencer Shrike (Rook and Ronin Spinoff); Author: J. a. Huss; Review: I love this series. I love how unique each character has been. Spencer is one of a kind. Love the characters, the story, and everything about it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For Nicky; Author: Visit Amazon's A.D. Ellis Page; Review: Nate and Libby were awesome. Nate loves his brother so much, that he would do anything for Nicky. Libby was amazing, she has such a kind heart, and all she wants is to be loved. And Nicky, I loved him. Audrey, I can't say that I cared for her at all. There were many ups and downs in this story. Some that are worse than others, and some that I had to take a step back and go whoa! Did that just happen? An unique story, with great characters, that I'd be tempted to read again and again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Loving Josie: A Torey Hope Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's A. D. Ellis Page; Review: This book was amazing. I was heartbroken for Josie and Kyle. They each had pasts that were painful in their own way. Josie was never good enough, and never felt love. Kyle had his world shattered. They end up meeting and becoming friends, that's all they can be because neither wants more. The whole Torey Hope crew is still involved, and they quickly adopt both Josie and Kyle into the group. I won't give spoilers or details, but read this book, it is amazing. You don't have to read the first 2 books, but it does give insight to the secondary characters. I love this series. I can't wait to see what A.D. does next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Syrian Virgin: A Young Woman's Journey From War in Syria to Love in New York (The Syrian Virgin; Author: Mr. Zack Love; Review: I admit this is not the type of book I would normally read. I'm glad gave it a chance though, because I loved it. Bringing up issues that are often overlooked, and making me be more aware of what's going on in the world. This book exceeded any expectation I had, it was great. I was pleasantly surprised, and couldn't stop reading. Give it a chance, you might like it. I will definitely be checking out what Zack Love does in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three, Two, One (321): Not Everything Should Come in 3's; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Wow! What a ride! This book takes you on a roller coaster of emotions. So many secrets, so many lies, where is the truth? Each character has their own issues, their own lies and truth. When it all comes out who will be left standing? I expected a great story, because J.A. Huss is amazing, but this by far is the best book I've read this year. From the first page, I had to know what was going to happen. If you've never read a story by J.A. Huss, give it a chance, you just might find a new favorite author. Received ARC in exchange for honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playing Games (Canyon Cove) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Liliana Rhodes Page; Review: I loved this story. Cassie and Gabriel were great. They have chemistry and try to fight it. She "knows" he's a player, and she isn't going to be played. He is so drawn to her, but can't act on it. He has this overwhelming desire to protect and provide for her. Yet she is so strong-willed she doesn't want his help. She expects a catch for anything nice he does. Then she finally gives in, and is left questioning everything he does. Gabriel has other commitments that must come first, and his happiness is not important. Overall a great story. With an alpha male, a strong capable woman, and an ending I didn't expect. Definitely read this book, it is so worth it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet Me In The Dark: (A Dark Suspense); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Wow! This might be my favorite J.A. Huss book to date. I've always been curious about Merc. And this book delivers, more than I expected. I knew there would be twists, but at times I was floored. I read this in one sitting, because I had to know what was going to happen. The characters were great, the plot GENUIS! This is a darker read, but if you can handle it, it is so worth it. So many of my questions were answered. I can't wait to see what J.A. does next!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stone Walls; Author: Visit Amazon's A.M. Madden Page; Review: Perfect story, exceptional characters, and twists I never expected. Ben and Ella exceeded all of my expectations. Might be my favorite story by A.M., and that is saying something, because I love the Devil's Lair series. Every story by A.M. is great, and unbelievably each one is better than the last. Read this book, you will love it, then read her othet books too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Killer; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: I've read many books by this author, and let me tell you, they keep getting better and better. This book didn't disappoint, and I can't wait for more. There were twists and turns, and I kept thinking I figured something out, and each time I was wrong. This series is going to be great! The characters were awesome, the story was amazing, and the ending left me wanting to know so much more. I need the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stalker; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Wow! I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't wait to see what happened with Vanessa and Phoenix. I wasn't disappointed, this book exceeded every expectation I had. Everytime I thought I figured something out, I was wrong. A tragic love story, that keeps you intrigued from beginning to the end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wasted Lust: (A 321 Spinoff) (Rook & Ronin) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: I've wanted Sasha's story since we met her in Ford's stories. Sasha is trying to live a "normal" life, when she wasn't meant for a plain jane existence. She's trying to be someone she isn't, when she needs to be herself, but she doesn't know who that is anymore. Enter Jax, superhot FBI agent, just trying to do his job. At first I wasn't sure about him, I wanted to like him, but I just wasn't sure. He has an agenda, and he needs Sasha to accomplish it. Nick, left Sasha behind, and now he's back. What does he want? Why is he back? Who is good? Who is bad? I was so intrigued, I had to know what happened next. I admit I read this in one sitting, because I couldn't put it down. Needless to say Jax redeemed himself in more ways than one. Sasha and Jax are perfect together. I loved how he referred to her as "killer" Everything was perfect, as expected! The ending, I didn't expect, I was blown away! JA Huss did it again! Excellent conclusion to an amazing series!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Second Chance (Canyon Cove) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Liliana Rhodes Page; Review: Second chance love at its best. Tara and Mason started off great. But meddling people led them astray. They still loved each other, but is love enough? They both are hurt, is the hurt too much? Each bok by Liliana is better than the last, the characters, plot, everything is superb. Your heart hurts for the characters, and you keep hoping for a happy ending.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sexy; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Another amazing book from J.A. Huss. Following Fletcher and Tiffy, a stripper and spoiled rich girl. Yet appearances aren't what they seem. I was captivated from the first page. I couldn't wait to see what happened next. At times Tiffy was so insecure, that I wanted to shake some sense into her. And Fletch, I couldn't figure him out. I wanted to like him, and then I wanted to hate him. His good guy pulled thru, as did Tiffy's confidence. A great book, that will keep you interested from the first page to the last; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twenty-One (21); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Each book is better than the last. Sky and Angel were the perfect characters for this story. I kept trying to figure out what was going to happen, and each time I was wrong. Definitely not your cookie cutter romance, it is dark, with bits of light. I won't give details, but this is a definite must read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrong; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: How can this be a debut novel? Everything was amazing , the characters were perfect. The story was great, Sophie was so relatable, I love her socks :) Luke, at times I questioned him, but he was always true to himself. Job well done, I hope to see more from Jana. If you haven't read this book, give it a chance!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eighteen (18): Based on a True Story; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Wow! What a great story!?! Eighteen is hard, being an adult sucks at times. Shannon is figuring this out. Forced to take extra credits to graduate, helping to take care of her niece, she definitely doesn't have it easy. Enter Mr. Alesci, any girl's walking wet dream, and he's her new Trigonometry teacher. I won't give any more details, this is definitely not your typical student - teacher romance, it is so much more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anarchy Found - Alpha Lincoln; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: What can I say? This book was great! Again blown away with twists I didn't expect. The two main characters were phenomenal, and great together. I can't wait for more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Happily Ever After: Rook & Ronin: A Day in the Life of the HEA; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: I loved this book. The different character perspectives, it was absolute perfection! I love the princesses, and all the kids. Five is everything I hoped he would be! I love every J.A. Huss book, so I knew this one would be great, and it didn't disappoint. If you liked Rook and Ronin, and all the other great characters, kids included, you have to read this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Sin; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Once again blown away by Clarissa Wild. She is by far one of my favorite authors. This story exceeded any expectations I had. The characters were great, the different perspectives was phenomenal. Job well done; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zach: Torey Hope: The Later Years; Author: Visit Amazon's A.D. Ellis Page; Review: This is a definite must read. The characters are amazing. Soul mates from day one. Beautifully written, great story, and keeps you interested from page one. Absolutely love this author, and every book I've read from her. Although part of a series, you do not have to read the other books to know what's going on :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rock: A Rock Star Romantic Suspense; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: J.A. Huss does it again. Awesome story. Not your typical rock star book, this is so much better. With the twists and turns I've come to expect, and again I wasn't disappointed. This woman knows how to write. You need to read this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Right; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: I loved Everly. She's a girl that knows what she wants, and isn't afraid to go after it. Then she's blindsided by Finn. He knows what he wants, Everly, and he's going to convince her of it. This story was great. It was so right, everything was perfect. For a chick that never thought she'd write a book, let alone two books, she knocks it out of the park. I hope that Jana gives us Chloe's story too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Viktor; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: So much more than I expected. Alexis and Viktor were perfect. I loved this spin on a fairy tale that we know and love. One of my favorite books of the year; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Perfect: : A Mister Standalone; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Beautifully well written story. Ellie and Mac were the perfect characters. I love every JA Huss story I've read, but this might be my favorite. Its not a dark read, but its funny. Everything about it was perfect. I can't wait for more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Romantic (The Mister Series) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: I'm at a loss for words. Totally blown away, and can't wait for more! I was obsessed with needing to know more. I couldn't stop reading, this book is THAT GOOD!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Teacher (Unprofessional Bad Boys); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: This is not your typical teacher romance book. Or your typical Clarissa Wild story. This was so much more. Thomas has a past and deals with it in his way. Hailey also has her issues, and deals her way. I won't give details or spoilers, but I would recommend this story. This is by far my favorite Clarissa Wild story yet!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hold Fast; Author: Visit Amazon's Olivia Rigal Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. The main characters worked well together. Overall the story was great. And the ending was more than I expected. Definitely wel worth the read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Corporate (The Mister Series) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: My favorite Mister so far! West and Tori were great, but I can't wait for the next book. JA Huss has a way of hooking you, and you keep coming back for more. And you are NEVER disappointed in the ride.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ruin; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: I've been waiting to post my review, because I can't find the right words. Beautifully written, well thought out, and great character interaction. I absolutely loved this story. Granted its not your typical Clarissa Wild book, but its well worth the read. I'm not giving any details or spoilers, just give it a chance and read it, you won't be sorry.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Mysterious: A Mister Standalone (The Mister Series) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Each Mister is better than the last. And Cindy was great! I can't wait for more. I need answers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fling; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: I loved this story. Everything you expect from Jana and more. I laughed out loud multiple times. I can't wait to see what Jana brings us next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trust; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: Each book is better than the last. The characters were great. They worked well with each other. And I love how each story can be read as a standalone, but you get more from reading them all. Give Jana a chance, trust me you won't regret it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Match (The Mister Series) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: My mind is blown. Mr. Match is my favorite, and Katya is perfect for him. I can't wait to see what J.A. Huss thinks up next. If you haven't read the Mister series, you need to.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wicked Bride Games; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: OMG!!! I read this book in one setting, that's how addictive it was. I kept trying to figure things out, and was wrong every time. If you are a fan of Clarissa Wild, you will enjoy this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trick; Author: Visit Amazon's Laramie Briscoe Page; Review: I'm a Laramie Briscoe fan, and I have to say this is my favorite book yet. Trick, Hadley, and Riley were great. From beginning to end, I was engrossed. Read this book, it is well worth your time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taking Turns (The Turning Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: This book blew my mind. I loved the characters and csnt wait for more. J.A. Huss just keeps getting better and better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hard Man: A Secret Baby Sports Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's SJ Bishop Page; Review: I read this book in one setting! I was hooked, I had to know how it all would end. The characters were great, the storyline was amazing. Give this book a chance, its well worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Wife Games (Indecent Games) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Hyun's story, I knew there was going to be more from her. There had to be, and let me just say, it was way more than I expected. Once again Clarissa Wild doesn't let us down. This was a page turner, that I couldn't put down. What would you do if you had a stalker? Play a dangerous game of cat and mouse?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anarchy Missing: Alpha Case; Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Wow! What a read!! Case and Lulu were so much more than I expected. I wasn't sure how J.A. was going to top Anarchy Found, but she went above and beyond. I can't wait to see what she has in store for Thomas.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Father; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Whoa! What a ride!?!?! I absolutely loved this book. Kept me interested from page one. Twists that I didn't expect, I was guessing the whole way. This book is not for everyone, but it is great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Turning Back (The Turning Series) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Once again JA Huss does it again. Hooks you from the very first page. I can't wait to see what else she has in store for us.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Hitmen: Raw, Lethal and Dirty; Author: Visit Amazon's Alice May Ball Page; Review: This was a different kind of book than I normally read, and I'm glad I gave it a chance. I don't want to give anything away, just give it a chance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love In Transit; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: Absolutely amazing!! Each story is great, the characters are wonderful. A great opportunity to read some extremely talented authors. If I could give more than 5 stars, I definitely would!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anarchy Chained: Alpha Thomas (Anarchy Series) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: Wow! Just wow! I don't know how she does it, but each book gets better and better. By far my favorite of this series. Story was awesome and the characters were perfect. What a way to end this series!!! Absolutely amazing!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boss (Unprofessional Bad Boys) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: Wow! This book is great! TJ and Lesley are great! From the beginning until the end, I laughed, cried from laughing, and think I fell in love with the characters. While this is book 2, you do not need to read book 1 to know what is going on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hot Daddy: A Single Dad Billionaire Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great. I love the storyline, and the behind the scenes action.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snow and the 7 Hunks: A Dirty Fairy Tale Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: A fairy tale for grown women, it was great. Each character fit so well, and Snow was perfect. I absolutely loved this story; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Her: A Bad Boy Secret Baby Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: I received an arc, and I'm voluntarily reviewing it. Wow! What a story?!?! The story, the characters, everything was great. This book had everything, and I had to keep reading to see what happens; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Five (The Mister Series); Author: Visit Amazon's J A Huss Page; Review: I've been waiting on f'ng Five's story forever, and J.A. didn't disappoint. By far my favorite story yet. I laughed, cried, was on the edge of my seat, and was both heartbroken and my heart was full of joy. I love how Julie can take me for a ride where I want to cry, cuss, and yet I NEED to know what's happening and where were going! 5 big stars for F'ng Five and his princess!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caged; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: What a ride!!! This story was great. I had my guesses of what was going on, but I was wrong. I loved it, from the first page to the last. Cage and Ella were perfect, and the plot was great. I wanted to finish the story, but at the same time I didn't want it to end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sure Thing; Author: Visit Amazon's Jana Aston Page; Review: Jana keeps exceeding my expectations. I loved the characters and the story was great. I laughed so much at Violet and Jennings. Each book from Jana is better than the last, and I can't wait to see what she thinks up next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Accidental Daddy: A Billionaire's Baby Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: I'm a sucker for unexpected babies. This story did not disappoint. The characters, the plot, everything was more than perfect. I'm a R.R. Banks fan, and each book is better than the last. I can't wait to see what she does next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. & Mrs (The Mister Series) (Volume 6); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: What a way to end this series. I loved every Mr. book, and this one didn't disappoint. I love any story with Five in it, I honestly think he is and always will be my favorite character. Once again J.A. Huss does it again. I can't wait to see what she does next. Read this whole series it is definitely worth it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Ella; Author: Visit Amazon's Sienna Chance Page; Review: I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This was a great book. I enjoyed it from start to finish. Well worth your time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Damaged; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This was a great book! I loved everything, the plot and the characters were perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Total Exposure (Jordan's Game) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: Wow! What a ride?!? This book was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. Evangeline and Ix were great. I kept trying to figure out how the story was going to end. As usual J.A. doesn't go the expected route, she goes above and beyond my expectations. I can't wait to see what comes next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Locked; Author: Visit Amazon's Clarissa Wild Page; Review: I loved this book. From beginning to end, I had to know what happens. Clarissa Wild doesn't dissapoint, each book from her is better than the last. This book is well worth your time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gift (Butler Ranch) (Volume 4); Author: Heather Slade; Review: Great story, and even better characters. I can't wait for more. This author is really growing in me. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stay with Me (Cowboys of Crested Butte) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Heather Slade Page; Review: This my first time reading this author, and I will be reading more. I really enjoyed the story line, the characters were great. I can't wait for more I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Parker (Face-Off Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Jillian Quinn Page; Review: First book I've read from this author, and it won't be the last. I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I can't wait for more! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sin With Me (Original Sin) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: Wow!!! I knew this book was going to be good, but it exceeded my expectations. I can't wait for more. I look forward to anything this duo does together! The characters were great, the plot was exceptional, just everything overall was perfect. I need the next book now!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angels Fall (Original Sin) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: Wow! I cannot get enough of Tyler and Maddie. This book took me places I didn't expect and then some. I love Pete, he's the grandfather I was fortunate enough to have, besides owning a strip club. I can't wait for the next book, and everything else this duo has planned.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Accidentally Married; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: This story was great! Holly and Brayden were perfect together. At first I was kinda confused trying to figure out who Michael was, but I didn't have to wait long for it to be explained. I've never felt so much anger towards a fictional character, but that goes to show how well written this book was. I can't wait for the next book that R.R. Banks writes, they are that good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pleasure of Panic (Jordan's Game) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: This may be my favorite J.A. Huss book. I loved it! The characters were great. I was constantly trying to guess what was going to happen next, and was wrong each time. This book has everything and more! I can't wait for the next book!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flesh Into Fire (Original Sin) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: This story just gets better and better. Maddie and Tyler are perfect together. I can't wait to see how this story ends. And I'm secretly hoping for a Ricky story in the future. I can't wait to see what this writing duo comes up with next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Bastard: A Bad Boy Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's N.L. Blake Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. The characters were great together. I couldn't stop reading. I can't wait for more from this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Accidental Fiance; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: This writer just gets better and better. Luca and Roxie were outstanding. Who knew pretending could change so many things? I kept pulling for Roxie, she was a character you just had to like. Luca was, for lack of a better word, dreamworthy. I can't wait for more from this author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Accidental Hero: A Marriage Mistake Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's Nicole Snow Page; Review: This book was so much better than I expected. Blue was so likeable. Brent was the guy we all dream about, bad with a heart of gold. I admit I kept trying to figure things out, and couldn't wait to see what would happen. I can't wait for more from this author; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Claiming Her; Author: Visit Amazon's R.R. Banks Page; Review: What a story. Everything went well together. The characters, story line, can't wait for more from this author; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Play Dirty (Jordan's Game) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's JA Huss Page; Review: Who better to play dirty than Jordan? I've been waiting forever for his story, and it didn't disappoint. Somehow someway, J.A. Guess gets better and better. This book was the perfect end to an intriguing series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beau's Mate (Daddy Dragon Guardians); Author: Visit Amazon's Meg Ripley Page; Review: This was a great book. Kept me entertained from the first page to the last. I can't wait to read more from this author I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Star Trek - The Next Generation, Episode 74: The Best Of Both Worlds, Part I VHS; Brand: LeVar Burton; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek Voyager - The Complete First Season; Brand: Kate Mulgrew; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek Enterprise - The Complete First Season; Brand: Scott Bakula; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (LaserDisc); Brand: ; Review: One of my favorite movies!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek; Brand: Chris Pine; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 2; Brand: Gates McFadden; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek XI; Brand: ; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek - The Original Series, Episode 44: Journey To Babel VHS; Brand: Leonard Nimoy; Review: Our family enjoys watching Star Trek!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Caseology Sleek Armor for iPhone 6S Plus Case (2015) / iPhone 6 Plus Case (2014) - Slim Fit Armor; Brand: Caseology; Review: Outstanding!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: De-Bin iPhone XS Max Holster; Brand: Debin; Review: Good quality, but the holster I did received is not made for an iphone, but for a Samsung Galaxy, I was decived; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Heavy Duty Vertical Nylon Belt Clip Holster Pouch Case For Apple iPhone 6 Plus + Keychain Tool; Brand: RONGZHONG; Review: Good quality, but is not made for an iphone 6 plus, consequently I was decived.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: AIScell Universal Metal Belt Clip Holster For Extra Large Phone [ Rugged Nylon Pouch Case] Fits iPhone Xs Max,; Brand: AIScell; Review: Just right! Great value for the money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maxboost [DuraSLIM Series] Case Compatible with iPhone 6 Plus (5.5 inch) - Black; Brand: LuettBiden; Review: Slim and rigid, also non slippery, my first choice above other 10 different cases including Apple leather case; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sleep Inn Suites West Medical Center; City: Amarillo Texas; Review: Our room was located at the end of the hallway on the first floor. It was easy to access and very close to where we parked the car. Room keys were useable immediately, the room was clean and neat. We had two queen beds, refrigerator and microwave. The room could have been a little bit larger for four people. The pool area was clean and well kept. We had the full breakfast in the morning and it was very good with several options. All in all this was one of the best hotels that we stayed at on our trip from Wisconsin. Would stay there again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn; City: Rapid City South Dakota; Review: Attempted to make a reservation over the phone to Choice Rewards. The hotel was never notified of our reservation! The receptionist was unable to help us. However, she got us a room and was very helpful after the disappointing and discouraging start to our trip. Our room did not have a refrigerator. That certainly would have been nice. I never asked, just assumed all rooms would.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn; City: Kearney Nebraska; Review: We had a room on the second floor on the Memorial Day week end. It was quite noisy, tiles in the pool were chipped. Room was clean and the breakfast was good with numerous items to choose from. Check in receptionist was very helpful getting the room television to work. Check out fellows were hard to understand and to follow what they were saying about the rewards etc.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Inn Suites I 94 Bismarck; City: Bismarck North Dakota; Review: We were on the second floor right next to the elevator. The room was quiet, and clean. The refrigerator did not have a freezer. We were traveling with some frozen food. Staff was outstanding and very helpful. Breakfast was okay, quite a lot offered to eat. I did not try the wi fi or even check to see if it was free and available to the rooms.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek; City: Salt Lake City Utah; Review: The restaurant in the Hotel was where we had chosen to eat. The hostess said 10-15 minutes. Almost all oft the tables were empty. At least 8 different guests came, stood for awhile and then left. We found out later that there was only one waitress, The others were working in the convention rooms. Hotel rooms were neat and clean.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Spikerking Womens Winter Knitting Wool Warm Hat Daily Slouchy Beanie Skull Cap; Brand: Spikerking; Review: I received this hat at a discounted price for my honest review. I purchased the gray hat and was pleased that the color was true to the picture. It's very soft, well made, and the buttons and pompom are both secured well..... And let me add, the buttons made what's a simple hat into a really cute winter wardrobe addition. The hat came in just time for frigid temps and does keep my bean warm. It stretches easily, which is nice, however this also causes a minor issue. The reason I gave 4 instead of 5 stars is because, due to the weight of the pompom on top, when I lean my head back, the hat slides off. I'm an average in hat sizes so that isn't the issue.... Overall, I'm pleased with the item and do plan to buy another one. I'll just use a hairpin to secure it to prevent the slipping issue.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spikerking Womens Winter Knitting Wool Hat Daily Slouchy Beanie Skull Cap; Brand: Spikerking; Review: I received this item at a discounted price for my honest review. I ordered the light coffee color in this beanie. Immediately upon opening the parcel today, I tried it on and found it fit well. I wore it while walking my dogs to see how warm it is and it kept me toasty:) It's true to the pictures and description shown. It appears to be very well made with the pom pom and buttons attached securely. It's incredibly cute and I plan to get another one in a different color!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IL Caldo Womens Winter Skull Cap Super Think Knitting Wool Slouchy Beanie Hat; Brand: IL Caldo; Review: I received this item at a discounted price for my honest review. I ordered the light coffee color in this beanie. Immediately upon opening the parcel today when I received it, I was disappointed. The colors do not match the pictures shown at all and there is a "sooner state" label sewn onto the hat which wasn't disclosed in the pictures or description. Unfortunately, I'm returning it for a refund.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Anni Coco Women's Halter Polka Dots 1950s Vintage Swing Tea Dress; Brand: Anni Coco; Review: First, this dress is identical to the posted pics, which doesn't happen often. The color is spot on, which I'm super happy about! The construction of the dress is very well executed with seams etc that are solid and sturdy. The hem line does end just above the knee so if you prefer a longer dress, this isn't for you. I am 5'7", 140 lbs with a muscular build. I ordered a medium and it fit just right. It hugs in the torso without being too tight and ends with a skirt that is ladylike yet cute. A bit retro, it's a great addition to your wardrobe if you want something a bit different that will get you noticed:). I received this item at a discounted rate for my honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anni Coco Women's Halter Polka Dots 1950s Vintage Swing Tea Dress; Brand: Anni Coco; Review: First, this dress is identical to the posted pics, which doesn't happen often. The color is spot on, which I'm super happy about! The construction of the dress is very well executed with seams etc that are solid and sturdy. The hem line does end just above the knee so if you prefer a longer dress, this isn't for you. I am 5'7", 140 lbs with a muscular build. I ordered a medium and it fit just right. It hugs in the torso without being too tight and ends with a skirt that is ladylike yet cute. A bit retro, it's a great addition to your wardrobe if you want something a bit different that will get you noticed:). I received this item at a discounted rate for my honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fashionable, First Class Quality, and Comfortable Tank Tops for Women; Brand: TULLE; Review: I ordered a medium due to other reviewers thoughts on sizing and found that it is actually a bit bigger than expected. I'm 5'7", 140 lbs with a muscular build and I had to cinch the waist quite a bit to get the fit right. The color matches the pictures accurately. It is a cute top that is well constructed. Often, when ordering shirts online from unknown makers/retailers, I have found issues with seams, loose threads, loose buttons, etc. That wasn't the case with this shirt. It is comfortable and solid and does fit as the pictures show however I would recommend considering ordering a size down unless your very busty, which I'm not. But I think that even if I were more filled out in the breast portion, it would still be a bit too big. I received this product at a discounted rate for my honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Women's Classic Collar Button Down Long Sleeve Lightweight Cotton Plaid Shirt; Brand: ; Review: This is by far my favorite shirt I've gotten this winter season. Often, with flannels or button down shirts for women, they are a bit boxy or too tailored without a good balance of the two. I was more than surprised when I received this shirt and put it on. Not only are the colors vivid and true to what is shown in the pictures, the fit is incredibly flattering. I'm 5'7", 140 lbs, with muscular arms/shoulders and a small bust. The fit provides enough room to be comfortable throughout yet hugs at the waist just right without being form fitting and isn't so long it requires to be tucked in or left to look sloppy if untucked. The hemline fell just past the waist of my low cut jeans. The seams/buttons/etc are all very secure and, overall, it appears to be very well made. I'm ordering more:) I received this product at a discounted rate for my honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eason Eyewear Women's Metal Aviator Sunglasses Retor Style,58mm; Brand: Eason Eyewear; Review: These glasses are simply ok. Nothing about them is stellar or stands out as a must have detail. I actually received the wrong color but chose not to return them due to the return shipping costs. They are not well constructed and had to be bent/filed due to the lack of curves and sharp edges on the ear pieces. The stud/diamond detail isn't very noticeable, which is good, as it makes them look very cheap. They are comfortable enough once you get them to fit your head and face properly but I cannot say they block the sun any better than an average pair from a department store. I'm less than impressed with these glasses. I received this item at a discounted rate for my honest review.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist: Restored Version (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The English Patient (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sling Blade (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seven Samurai (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Nemesis (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cube (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cube 2: Hypercube (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Day (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yojimbo (1961); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Puppet Masters (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Titan A.E. (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Below (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Night of the Shooting Stars (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Animatrix (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Basic (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City by the Sea (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fulltime Killer (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bloody Sunday (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: La Femme Nikita (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Insurrection (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Solaris (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Equilibrium (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tales of Terror (1962); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Pianist (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Femme Nikita: Season 1 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little 2 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Das Boot (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babylon 5: The Gathering (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1932); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Harry (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Murder By Numbers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Believer (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Fortress (1958); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping Beauty: Special Edition (1959); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sleeper (1973); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Grey Zone (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dreamcatcher (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gangster No. 1 (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wishmaster 3: Beyond The Gates of Hell (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Taken (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Throne of Blood (1957); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Half Past Dead (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Babylon 5: Season 3 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: The Lost Empire (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Eye (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blood Work (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Insomnia (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Transporter (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Together (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aliens: Collector's Edition (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nowhere in Africa (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Darkness Falls (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fog (1980); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Planet (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Score (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Boondock Saints (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reign of Fire (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Great Dictator (1940); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Macbeth (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blow (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunted (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All the King's Men (1949); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fifteen Minutes (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: They (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coal Miner's Daughter: Collector's Edition (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mission: Special Edition (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination 2 (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Double Vision (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Confidence (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Abandon (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Dreams (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ash Wednesday (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enigma (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Uprising (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Babylon 5: Season 4 (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Wasn't There (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Queen of the Damned (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The City of Lost Children (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wrong Turn (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Own (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Deep Impact (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blind Spot: Hitler's Secretary (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Escape from New York (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Song of Bernadette (1943); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bulletproof Monk (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Osama (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dracula 2000 (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pyrokinesis (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amores Perros (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nurse Betty (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ran (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jungle Book 2 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Samurai Trilogy 1: Musashi Miyamoto (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King of New York: Special Edition (Full-screen) (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blown Away (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strangers on a Train: Special Edition (1951); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Samurai Trilogy 2: Duel at Ichijoji Temple (1955); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: To End All Wars (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Samurai Trilogy 3: Duel at Ganryu Island (1956); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Mouth of Madness (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chushingura (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Onibaba (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rising Sun (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 8MM (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Marked For Death (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi: The Festival of Fire (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shintaro Katsu's Zatoichi: The Blind Swordsman (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bad Santa (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Human Condition I: No Greater Love (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Human Condition II: The Road to Eternity (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Freddy vs. Jason (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Human Condition III: A Soldier's Prayer (1961); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under Siege (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Above the Law (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Predator: Collector's Edition (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ballad of a Soldier (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi at Large (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Destiny of a Man (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi the Outlaw (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Suriyothai (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi Meets the One-Armed Swordsman (1971); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: THX 1138: Special Edition (1971); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Other Sister (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (1978); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Empire of the Sun (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Seventh Seal (1957); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sniper 2 (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gattaca (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Europa Europa (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Garfield: The Movie (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Castle in the Sky (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Princess Mononoke (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zulu (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Simpsons Gone Wild (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indochine (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Hell (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Roger & Me (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Replicant (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 4 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spy Game (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The One (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Professional (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ordinary Decent Criminal (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Roughnecks: The Starship Troopers Chronicles: The Tophet Campaign (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Van Helsing (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Solaris (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stalingrad (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Home on the Range (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last of the Mohicans (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cronos (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In America (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last of the Mohicans (1920); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blind Swordman: Zatoichi (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Chronicles of Riddick (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Grudge (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Craft (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Firestarter 2: Rekindled (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ninth Gate (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Little Princess (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Little Princess (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scary Movie 3 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Twilight Samurai (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ichi the Killer (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi's Conspiracy (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dark Blue World (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (1967); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saw (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stephen King's Cat's Eye (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Old Man and the Sea (1958); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in China 2 (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dial M for Murder (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion in Winter (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Judgment at Nuremberg (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Manhattan Project (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Robe (1953); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moby Dick (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 20 (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Magnificent Seven (1960); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Right Stuff (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patton (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thunderball (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Diary of Anne Frank (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Birdman of Alcatraz (1962); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Day (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jeremiah Johnson (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Witness for the Prosecution (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Fistful of Dollars (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heaven Knows (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Good (1966); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dirty Dozen (1967); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Enemy Below (1957); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rio Lobo (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shane (1953); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Spy Who Came In from the Cold (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ticker (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sons of Katie Elder (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paint Your Wagon (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hang 'Em High (1968); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alien vs. Predator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Bye (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Comancheros (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Order (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hellboy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Midway (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Desert Heat (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: The Legend of Wolverine (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi in Desperation (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chinatown (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raging Bull (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strange Days (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Harm's Way (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On the Waterfront (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mother (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (1958); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Heat of the Night (1967); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Battle Royale (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Murder on the Orient Express (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: War and Peace (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Exodus (1960); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Hell and Back (1955); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Three Faces of Eve (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: La Femme Nikita: Season 2 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Time Machine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sayonara (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Arrival / The Arrival 2 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart in Peril (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Game (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ox-Bow Incident (1943); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Flying Daggers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bambi: Platinum Edition (1942); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Phantom of the Opera: Special Edition (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Heat: Special Edition (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Yearling (1946); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Primer (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ronin (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bell (1958); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gandhi (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Live (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Third Man (1949); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Zhivago (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (1962); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twelve O'Clock High (1949); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lawrence of Arabia (1962); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Grit (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Noon (1952); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Where Eagles Dare (1968); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fifth Element (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pitch Black (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Papillon (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Darkness (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocoon (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dracula (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Starfighter (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Far and Away (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor and the Assassin (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burnt by the Sun (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Racing Stripes (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Laura (1944); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seed of Chucky (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Predator 2 (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lonesome Dove (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Cherry (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark City (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: End of Days (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Farewell My Concubine (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eraser (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Boulevard (1950); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Running Man (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boogeyman (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Ten Commandments (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Army of Darkness (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Temptress Moon (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Triad (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Thirteenth Floor (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jacket (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Highlander (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Movie (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sand Pebbles (1966); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stargate SG-1: Season 7 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 6 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: U-571 (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Plains Drifter (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Femme Nikita: Season 3 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Bronx Tale (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Touch of Zen (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Impostor (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alexander: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heartbreak Ridge (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Jackal (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dolores Claiborne (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ashes of Time (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tragic Hero (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Salvador (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Kite (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Little Big Man (1970); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Existenz (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fly / The Fly 2 (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hostage (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kung Fu Hustle (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Jolson Story (1946); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit?: Special Edition (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Grand (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Team America: World Police (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alexander: Theatrical Cut (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oldboy (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Creek Manor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Downfall (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Conspiracy (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jacob the Liar (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mask of Zorro (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Romancing the Stone (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Mules for Sister Sara (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ladyhawke (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dragonslayer (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: From Here to Eternity (1953); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spartacus (1960); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Escape from Alcatraz (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Skulls III (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cahill: U.S. Marshall (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: For a Few Dollars More (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Prophecy 2 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kelly's Heroes (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Of Mice And Men (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman Returns (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Good Son (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death of a Salesman (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rainmaker (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Man Walking (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Truman (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Hero In China (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 4 (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Samurai 7 (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 5 (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stargate SG-1: Season 8 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: First Contact (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 7 (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Next Generation: Season 1 (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Skulls (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Grapes of Wrath (1940); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kagemusha (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Awakenings (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tai Chi 2 (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 2009 Lost Memories (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lone Wolf and Cub: White Heaven in Hell (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission to Mars (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lone Wolf and Cub 2: Baby Cart at the River Styx (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Planet (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: From Hell (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dersu Uzala (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cincinnati Kid (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Musketeers (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Saint (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part II (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of God (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 8 1/2 (1963); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Megiddo: The Omega Code 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Godsend (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: North by Northwest (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stigmata (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven Years in Tibet (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lifeboat (1944); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carlito's Way: Rise to Power (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in America (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rear Window (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Birds (1963); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Perfect Murder (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King of New York: Special Edition (Widescreen) (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Body Surfing: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Anita Shreve Page; Review: This book did not have the depth of some of Shreve's other books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Double Bind: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Bohjalian Page; Review: This book did not live up to my expections. I have read several books by this author, and felt deceived when I got to the end of this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What's It All About?: Philosophy and the Meaning of Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Julian Baggini Page; Review: Having read "The Lovely Bones", I was really looking forward to Alice Sebold's next novel. What a disappointment! I found the main character, and what she did so unbelievable that I felt it was a waste of my time reading it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: It's Getting Ugly Out There: The Frauds, Bunglers, Liars, and Losers Who Are Hurting America; Author: Visit Amazon's Jack Cafferty Page; Review: This is a fast read and one with which those of us of an older generation can appreciate. If you think the world is going to hell in a hand basket, this book is for you!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Thousand Tracings: Healing the Wounds of World War II; Author: Visit Amazon's Lita Judge Page; Review: The drawings in this book are exquisite, and the story is a great lesson from recent history. It can be enjoyed by the entire family and should elicit dicussion about WWII and its aftermath.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hunter (Wyatt Hunt Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's John Lescroart Page; Review: I did not find this as interesting as the many other Lescroat books which I have read. It was too trite and hd a plot line like too many books and shows today. i hope he goes back to Glitzky and friends.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Wanda Hickey's Night of Golden Memories: And Other Disasters; Author: Visit Amazon's Jean Shepherd Page; Review: I figured I would enjoy this work by Jean Shepherd as much as I did some of his other work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Christmas Story: The Book That Inspired the Hilarious Classic Film; Author: Visit Amazon's Jean Shepherd Page; Review: Very much enjoyed this book as I religiously view A Christmas Story movie every holiday season--I can see the book happening in my head!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Brothers: John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles, and Their Secret World War; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen Kinzer Page; Review: I purchased this for a friend of mine, so I do not know anything about this book and did not read it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A People and Their Quilts; Author: Visit Amazon's John Rice Irwin Page; Review: I am greatly enjoying this book. So glad it was recommended on a website. Would recommend it for those who enjoy "the story behind the story".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Daddy is in Heaven With Jesus; Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Crownover Page; Review: I did not read this book as I purchased it for a friend as he requested me to do. No comment, really.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JEAN SHEPHERD OLD TIME RADIO (OTR) MP3 2-DVD'S (745 EPISODES); Author: Various; Review: Have enjoyed A Christmas Story many times and thought I would enjoy this selection more than I do. It is what it is.....; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Amish Friends Cookbook Collection: 2 Bestselling Titles in 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Wanda E. Brunstetter Page; Review: Purchased the book for a friend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quilts in the Attic: Uncovering the Hidden Stories of the Quilts We Love; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Musgrave Page; Review: Great book about quilts. Especially the last entry because it is about one of my quilts! : ); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trials of the Earth: The True Story of a Pioneer Woman; Author: Mary Mann Hamilton; Review: Wonderful read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer Girl: The Annotated Autobiography; Author: Visit Amazon's Laura Ingalls Wilder Page; Review: Big fan of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Enjoyed the book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Civil War Quilts; Author: Visit Amazon's Pam Weeks Page; Review: Great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Time on My Hands; Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Snyder Page; Review: Great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: HydroTools by Swimline Pool Filter Connection Hose; Brand: Hydrotools; Review: Quality hose and the product is as stated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hayward SPX1091Z4 Hose Male Smooth Adapter Replacement for Hayward Automatic Skimmers and Filters; Brand: Hayward; Review: Used the part to make a connection to a Hayward automatic chlorinator and it worked like a charm. Product is as stated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JED Pool Tools 60-345-06 Deluxe Filter Connecting Hose for Swimming Pool, 1-1/2-Inch by 6-Feet; Brand: JED Pool Tools; Review: The product seems like and ordinary above ground filter return hose. My last one lasted a little over 2 years I expect to get at least that many years from this one. Time will tell.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stens 265-237 Belt Replaces John Deere GX22036 GX20241 91-3/4-Inch by-1/2-inch; Brand: Stens; Review: This belt fit my John Deere L100 tractor with no problems to report. Had it now for over a month with no stretch noticeable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: John Deere Original Equipment FILLER CAP #GX22166; Brand: John Deere; Review: My Deere L100 was always vapor locked and had to keep my old gas cap loose. No vapor lock anymore.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stens 280-097 Flat Idler; Brand: Stens; Review: This pulley is fit my Deere L100 tractor perfectly. It is one of two pulleys for the tension of the drive belt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maxpower 336385 Mower Belt for John Deere Models GS20072, GY20570; Brand: MaxPower; Review: This belt fit my John Deere L100 tractor. After about month there has been no noticeable stretch and the belt performs like an original part.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pool Mate 1-3748-02 Heavy-Duty 4-foot x 8-foot Winterizing Air Pillow for Above Ground Swimming Pools, 2-Pack; Brand: Pool Mate; Review: This is the 1st one I ever bought that lasted the entire winter without deflating. This September I go for round 2!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stens 330-770 Mulching Blade; Brand: Stens; Review: Nice replacement blade for my John Deere JS63.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: John Deere Original Equipment Cap #M143338 (Qty 2); Brand: John Deere; Review: perfect fit for my John Deere L100 front axle hub cap. The original cracked and would not hold the grease any longer. These worked perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: HF by LT Tucson Leather Placemat, 13" x 19", Single Placemat, Handwoven Recycled Leather and Soft Cotton, Brown; Brand: HOME FURNISHINGS BY LARRY TRAVERSO; Review: Absolutely beautiful. I'm very happy with my purchase. If you are looking for a unique gift, this will definitely be a gift that will be remembered for years.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Personalized Vinyl Decal for Yeti or other Insulated Mugs - Redfish, Trout, Flounder and Others; Brand: ; Review: I was looking for something special for my son. I purchased a stainless steel thermo mug, along with this decal for a one of a kind gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anchor Hocking 69857R 1/2 Gallon Penny Candy Jar With Cover; Brand: Anchor Hocking; Review: Very disappointed!!! It arrived with the lid in pieces. This lid is 4 parts, the top, a spacer, the handle, and a screw...I worked for an hour trying to put it back together, and finally gave up. As part of a Christmas present that I must ship tomorrow. ...I'm not happy at all. If you.purchase this GOOD LUCK!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Farberware 5171943 4-Piece Full-Tang Triple Rivet 'Never Needs Sharpening' Stainless Steel Steak Knife Set, Black; Brand: Farberware; Review: I'm very happy with my purchase. These knives are very sharp, and we'll made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farberware 5099552 High Carbon Stainless Steel Paring Knife with EdgeKeeper Self-Sharpening Sheath and Non-Slip Handle, 3.5-Inch, Black; Brand: Farberware; Review: I was looking for a smaller knife for chopped and slicing. This is the perfect size, and it's SHARP,SHARP, SHARP; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paddywax Candles Apothecary Collection Soy Wax Blend Candle in Glass Jar, Medium, 8 Ounce, Sea Salt & Sage; Brand: Paddywax Candles; Review: The Sea Salt & Sage smells amazing. No overwhelming scent that's too sweet. Anyone would enjoy this candle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The O.C.: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intimate Strangers (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wicker Park (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 6: Part 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Last Tango in Paris (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting: Collector's Edition (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Facing Windows (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: We Don't Live Here Anymore (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 3 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Bride (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: MTV: The Real World You Never Saw: Chicago (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Best Men (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kinsey (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Terrell Owens won't be in the XFL draft pool; Abstract: Hall of Fame receiver Terrell Owens periodically has been trying to get back to the NFL for the better part of a decade. He won't be among the initial wave of players available to be drafted by XFL teams. After a report emerged on Friday that Owens would be part of the draft pool from [more]; Category: sports
Title: A Texas mom is going to prison after putting her son through unnecessary medical procedures; Abstract: A Dallas mother made her son go through unnecessary medical procedures throughout the first years of his life, court documents say.; Category: news
Title: These three women are young. They're powerful. And they just made history; Abstract: Simone Biles. Coco Gauff. Brigid Kosgei. You'll want to remember their names. This trio of female athletes just had quite a weekend.; Category: sports
Title: There's a mouse hiding among mushrooms in this viral brainteaser. Can you spot it?; Abstract: Artist Gergely Dudás expertly hides hard-to-find objects in his vibrant illustrations, creating viral brainteasers that stump the internet.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Funeral services set for US Rep. Elijah Cummings; Abstract: BALTIMORE (AP) A wake and funeral for U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings will be held next week at the church where he worshipped for nearly four decades. New Psalmist Baptist Church spokeswoman Joi Thomas said in an email that services for the Maryland Democrat are scheduled for Oct. 25. She said the wake will begin at 8 a.m., followed by the funeral at 10 a.m. Bishop Walter S. Thomas Jr., the church's pastor, will deliver the eulogy in the 4,000-seat...; Category: news
Title: 20 Bold and Beautiful Flowers That Bloom in Fall; Abstract: Bright colors and big blooms don't end in summer. In fact, nothing says fall quite like these 20 ubiquitous autumn blossoms.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 15 Things You're Doing to Your Car That Mechanics Wouldn't; Abstract: Yes, you need to "warm up" your car. The post 15 Things You're Doing to Your Car That Mechanics Wouldn't appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: autos
Title: 2 charged in murder of Alabama girl Kamille 'Cupcake' McKinney; Abstract: Two suspects have been charged with murder in the death of a 3-year-old Alabama girl who went missing from an outdoor birthday party on Oct. 12.; Category: news
Title: 20 Things You Should Never Do When Cooking Bacon; Abstract: Cooking bacon can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be. Here are some common bacon mistakes and the tricks you need to avoid them.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Cummings remembered as 'fierce champion' at funeral; Abstract: Rep. Elijah Cummings was eulogized as a leader with the fiery moral conviction of an Old Testament prophet Friday at a funeral that brought former presidents and ordinary people alike to the Baltimore church where the congressman worshipped for four decades. "Our Elijah was a fierce champion of truth, justice and kindness in every part of his life," said former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who took the stage at the New...; Category: news
Title: Kanye West says he'll never perform old song lyrics again; Abstract: Kanye says he's playing music for God now.; Category: music
Title: Cummings' widow responds to Trump's attacks, gets standing ovation; Abstract: Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings, the widow of the late Rep. Elijah Cummings, appeared to respond to President Trump's previous attacks of her husband during a speech at his funeral.; Category: video
Title: Football Four: As Ohio State rolls and Oklahoma falls, Alabama and LSU ready for showdown; Abstract: As Ohio State rolls and Oklahoma falls, the SEC dreams of getting two teams into College Football Playoff. Out West, Oregon and Utah climb back in.; Category: sports
Title: Walmart Sparks Panic and Confusion in the Dish-Soap Aisle; Abstract: Procter & Gamble didn't make enough dish soap, and Walmart is letting all its customers know about it.; Category: finance
Title: A baker creates incredible optical illusion cakes, from a White Claw can to a Doritos bag; Abstract: Luke Vincentini, the baker behind the optical illusion cakes, told Insider that his inspiration came from staring at a bag of Doritos.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Mother of missing Florida girl charged; human remains found; Abstract: Police searching for a 5-year-old Florida girl who was reported missing last week by her mother found human remains in rural Alabama, authorities said Tuesday.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Colore Blackboard Wall Decals - Premium Vinyl Contact Paper For Restaurant Menu Chalkboard, Office, Wallpaper, Art; Brand: Colore; Review: Love it!!! This is actually some pretty good stuff!! Just make sure you get a quality chalk that is soft. The cheaper harder chalk can leave behind trace marks....Otherwise this was a great office solution for things I needed to write down, as well as something for my daughter to doodle on! Just remember this is not your typical school chalkboard material. It has a softer texture to it, hence why a softer chalk should be used...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KES C200 Bathroom ABS Handheld Showerhead Adjustable Bracket Holder Wall Mount, Polished Chrome; Brand: Kes; Review: Kinda functions......barely accepts thicker sprayer handles...When you try to adjust the up and down it takes some effort, which also makes the outer piece pop off. Which is something I didn't want to have to deal with. It is easy to install, but just not the fit I was hoping for to get the job done....; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: AKDY 2 Function - Waterfall and Water Spray - Luxury Large; Brand: SHOWERLOGIX; Review: I would of made a video but my water pressure fluctuates so I didn't want that to take away from this shower head. What you see is what you get! It is actually a pretty attractive shower head. It only has two settings which is fine for me because I have a mult-shower head with hose attached as well as this one. This one is simple to operate as well, simply just turn the center piece clockwise till you get the effect you want either rain or waterfall. It seems pretty durable, so time will tell. I would buy this showerhead though, because the build, look and function were also a great price range.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4 in 1 Light Socket Adapter KINGSO E26/E27 Splitter for Standard LED Bulbs Converter with 360 Degrees Adjustable 180 Degree; Brand: KingSo; Review: Perfect for when you want more lighting in different directions without replacing your whole light. I was looking for a better light option for my livingroom, it was a single bulb fixture that just didn't seem to do the job. This ended up being a great option for what I needed. Even better because I didn't have to deal with wiring a new light all together, Each light socket has a 60 watt max, the center one is stationary and the four surrounding can be adjusted in any direction. The main fixture screws into a standard light socket. Looks great and seems well made! I may pick up a couple more for areas needing more light as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adecorty Meteor Shower Lights Falling Rain Lights 30cm 8 Tube 144 LEDs, Christmas; Brand: Adecorty; Review: These are great lights for any time of the year, which is why I got the white ones. These seem to be set on a repeater flash if there are other settings I can't seem to find out how to change them. Either way, though they are really pretty and definitely bright. You won't have any problems seeing these. The cord seems nice and thick, so it should hold up outdoors nicely. Hubby hung these in the camper, but he doesn't like the repeating flash, so we are going to put these out for Christmas. The falling strands are pretty long which is nice, especially if you are worried about them being too small. Since they are LED they should definitely be easy on the electric bill. These would be great for outdoor parties, or weddings as well if you want that special touch! If you are a light lover, you won't go wrong buying these. I am in the middle of a move, I will definitely post pictures after being done moving : ); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adecorty Curtain Lights; Brand: Adecorty; Review: I am a light freak!!! I love sparkling lights!! I am moving so I wanted something different for in my bedroom. So I am going to hang these where my headboard should be. Then I have beautiful peacock pictures to hang on either side. These lights are perfect because they are not over the top, they are great for ambient lighting. I didn't want something that would blind me. They are dainty but look pretty durable, it is a nice long length as well. These are white, but that is what I wanted. I didn't want to feel like I was having a Christmas party in my room. Since they are white you can leave them up all year long as well. No, I don't have pictures up yet because I am not done moving but I will put some up when done. These would be great for so many things!! The possibilities are endless, they are so easy to hang as well which is always a bonus!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Econoled Men's Trendy "Colonial" Italian Style Messenger Bag with Leather Straps US Best seller; Brand: econoLED; Review: Great bag particularly for the price. I would like it to have a handle on the top - but it is not supposed to be a briefcase. I believe you won't be disappointed and I have received several positive comments about this color combination. Overall, quite pleased with this purchase.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sanuk - Men's Sandals - Vagabond Madras; Brand: ; Review: My fourth pair of Sanuks. Almost as comfortable as socks. Some models may require a 1/2 size increase so check the reviews prior to purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dorfman Pacific Men's Outback Hat with Chin Cord; Brand: Dorfman Pacific; Review: Nice hat - a bit warm for summer - so I am looking forward to a little more wearing opportunities in the colder weather. For me this was for sun and rain protection. It will handle that job well when it is not too hot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dorfman Pacific Men's Outback Hat with Chin Cord; Brand: Dorfman Pacific; Review: Nice hat - a bit warm for summer - so I am looking forward to a little more wearing opportunities in the colder weather. For me this was for sun and rain protection. It will handle that job well when it is not too hot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Men's Swiftwater Mesh Moc Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: These are very nice shoes. I got 1 size larger (11 instead of 10) and am happy I did. This is probably the most solid Crocs I have (and I have 1/2 dozen). Excellent soft sole and I like the mesh tops but they are not see-thru mesh. I wear them to work on jean days. I they had 1/2 sizes I would get 11 1/2. I would get another pair.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Dresden Files: Welcome to the Jungle; Author: Visit Amazon's Jim Butcher Page; Review: I wish that the words "graphic novel" had been more prominent in the info. It would have saved me this purchase.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Getaway God: A Sandman Slim Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Kadrey Page; Review: Another fun time with Sandman Slim. I would have expected the series to fall off by now but Kadrey seems to have a lot of ammo.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Side of the Road, The: A country house murder mystery with a supernatural twist (An Ishmael Jones Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Simon R. Green Page; Review: A little pedestrian for Simon R, Green-which still makes it better than most things I've read lately.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silver and Salt; Author: Visit Amazon's Rob Thurman Page; Review: I'm a huge fan of the series and am pretty invested in the characters and liked getting history. I'm not sure how it would engage as a stand alone book but it is a capable addition to the entire story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jim Butcher's Dresden Files: Down Town; Author: Visit Amazon's Jim Butcher Page; Review: OK-not saying the story isn't good. I didn't read it. If the words 'Graphic Novel" had been prevalent in the description I wouldn't have purchased. It isn't a new novel or novella. It's a comic book-although it appears to be a high quality, hard cover comic book. Not my bag.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hot Lead, Cold Iron: A Mick Oberon Job Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Ari Marmell Page; Review: I enjoyed the read. I'll keep my eye out for other things by this author but not sure I'll buy any more of this series.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Winchester: Quarry (Winchester Undead); Author: Visit Amazon's Dave Lund Page; Review: Looking forward to continuing to follow these characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: COSMOS 3 Pcs Aqua Blue/Black/Silver Stylus/styli Touch Screen cellphone Pen for iPhone 4 4s 3 3Gs iPod/iPad 2 3 SONY; Brand: Cosmos; Review: Easy, quick, cheap, and perfect. They work and they fit in iphone 4 and kindle fire. Metallic is best for kids in my opinion... I would reccommend; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 8GB Pink and Clear Crystal Heart Style USB Flash Drive with Necklace; Brand: Panda; Review: It works in all computers at school and home so far, word documents and pictures. It is very cute, nice quality on the jewels and decorations.. Sometimes it is hard to get it to click into place but not really an issue. This will not last forever, but I have had it for 3 college semesters and its still going strong. High recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ECO-FUSED 6 Universal 2 in 1 Crystal Stylus and Ink Pens compatible with iPad / iPhone / iPod Touch; Brand: Eco-Fused; Review: These pens write smoothly and the stylus works as usual. The pens are very cute and sparkly, but some colors are cuter than others. The red one is a little off- the jewels are light and kind of orange-ish while the rest is a deep red. I would buy again despite this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2-in-1 Capacitive Stylus Touch Screen Pen, IC ICLOVER 4PCS Stylus Pen for All Touch Screen Devices, iPhone, iPad, Samsung,; Brand: IC ICLOVER; Review: Sparklely crystals, quality pen, regular ball point tip writing, working stylus, all around wonderful purchase. I have ordered multiple times, for myself and as gifts (perfect for gifts, everyone loves them!). Highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iClover 9pcs different colors and durable 2in1 (both stylus and; Brand: IC ICLOVER; Review: I love these pens, they are beautiful and the stylus works well as does the ball point pen. I did purchase multiple times, I think people are stealing them they are so cute! But... There are others offered on Amazon I purchased along with these that are of better quality and are better as a gift, if that is what you are purchasing for. I would recommend them to a friend (and have).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ayamaya 10pcs New Fashion Crystal Diamond Stylus Pen Touch Pen for Iphone 6/6 Plus/5s/5/4s & Ipad Air Ipad Mini; Brand: AYAMAYA; Review: The stylus doesn't work on 9 of the ten, which is a shame because they are beautiful. I tried on multiple devices. Not recommended.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: GE Link Smart LED Light Bulb, BR30 Soft White (2700K), 65-Watt Equivalent, 1-Pack, Zigbee, Works with Alexa; Brand: GE Lighting; Review: Who writes a product that only supports slow and crappy 2.4GHZ wireless? Link... this thing is also terrible at detecting Access points. I tried three different SSID's and the thing would never connect. On a lighter note the bulbs are ok. GE you have a long long long ways to go in the common sense hub engineering market.... I wasted about 1 hour on this product and I'm sending it back to the store.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Quirky PTAPT-WH02 Quirky + GE Tapt Smart Wall Switch,; Brand: Quirky; Review: Does not support circuits that use multiple switches IE 3 way or even 2 way... also the giant switch box makes it a fun experience trying to install it into a junction box. After spending a bunch of time trying to install this thing, including cutting out a bunch of cable so the thing would actually fit in the junction box... I found out after flipping the switch on my circuit breaker the switch would not work with a simple two way switch configuration. Which is highly standard in most major living areas in a home.... these are going back to the store they came from. Which these were on clearance; apparently for a reason.... you guys might want to put "Does not work with 2-way or 3-way switches" on the packaging next time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rust-Oleum 203000 Touch Up Paint.6-Ounce, White; Brand: Rust-Oleum; Review: This stuff is amazing. It made my new-to-me but scratched up black refrigerator look like it was new again. I could see lots of uses for this paint since it fills scratches and missing paint flakes nicely. I was skeptic but would definitely recommend it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dorcy 220-Lumen Submersible Dive II Anti-Corrosion LED Flashlight with Nylon Lanyard, Black (41-1467); Brand: Dorcy; Review: This works surprisingly well. I don't know that I would use it as a primary but it certainly produces pretty decent light for the price. I have lots of dive flash lights and I would rate this one up there with a few of my more expensive ones.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MAXSA Solar-Powered 10 Hour Floodlight. Uplight Signs, Flags, Statuary & Outdoor Spaces. Durable & Weatherproof Dusk-to-Dawn Solar LED; Brand: Maxsa Innovations; Review: No where near as bright as they should be for the cost you can get much better output. One thing I noticed is you cannot turn this light fixture on during the day (I bought two of them; they both have the same behavior.) They will turn on then a few seconds later turn off if there is any type of trickle charging detected coming from the solar panels as a result from the panels charging during the day. Mounting them was pretty straight forward. I with the light switch itself could be extended beyond the light fixture so that it could be activated remotely. There are not many fixtures that allow for this option if you are using it to light a porch like I am. Ultimately the lumen output is really unimpressive for the price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: HOMEIDEAS Toilet Paper Holder Stainless Steel Bathroom Paper Towel Dispenser Tissue Roll Hanger,Wall Mount,Brushed Nickel; Brand: HOMEIDEAS; Review: Like a few others have said. Doesn't work with Costco rolls. Needs to be about an inch wider. Will be returning it because of this.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goldblatt 48in. Double View Vertical Site I-box Spirit Level; Brand: Goldblatt; Review: This thing is a beast of a tool. I've used it for all kinds of stuff around the house already! It is quite durable and feels like it is definitely going to hold up to anything I throw at it. I'm thinking about buying the smaller version of it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WAOAW Emergency Survival Fire Starter Kit with Compass and Whistle; Brand: WAOAW; Review: This is going in my glove box for a "just incase" it is needed situation. The whistle is ok... nice and compact which is a huge bonus.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magnet 3 x LED Magnetic Pickup tool, Telescoping Flexible Extensible Led Flashlights,Perfect Mechianic pick-up tools gifts for; Brand: VIBELITE; Review: It feels kind of cheap but it is still pretty handy. The magnetic ends are handy for grabbing at a dropped screw or bolt real quick. It it were a little more durable I would have provided 5 stars. Otherwise I keep this on my tool cart for when I need a light / magnetic pickup tool for small screws / bolts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Approaching the Possible: The World of Stargate SG-1; Author: Jo Storm; Review: Having patiently waited for the release of "Approaching the Possible," I was pleased to see it waiting for me upon my return from vacation. After ripping open the box I settled into my favorite chair and opened the book. I was not disappointed. I scanned the Table of Contents for a moment, and then said to heck with it. I went for the color pictures, which are a nice addition to the book. After thumbing through them (several times... wonderful Michael Shanks photos), I moved on to the episode guide, which is for Seasons 1 through 8. Each episode contains a one to two line blurb describing the episode, and then continues with a discussion regarding a particular scene in the movie, select story lines, and sometimes the philosophy of the episode. Following the discussion is "Gods & Scientists," "Interesting Fact", "Why We're Space Monkeys," and "Parlez-vous Gate?" All of this wonderful information is packed into 2 to 2.5 pages, a few just a little longer. Starting with Season 1, I found I could not just read the book through in order; there was too much information for one sitting (not that I'm complaining). I started with the "Parlez-vous Gate?" section, reveling in some of my favorite lines from the show. The author did a great job picking specific lines to represent the episode. I have no idea how she managed, considering how many zingers appear within just one episode. Once finished with "Parlez-vous Gate?" I then flipped back and forth through the seasons, reading the "Gods & Scientists" and "Interesting Fact" sections, both of which imparted the myths behind the series as well as facts regarding the filming of the shows or of the characters/actors themselves. The "Why We're Space Monkeys" section contains interesting tidbits of information about the specific episode, which could be about the cast, characters, crew and so on. The author even adds a few quips on occasion, noting where SG-1 may have messed up or even caused a mess beyond their control. Beside the episode guide, where I seem to lose myself every time I sit down with it, you will also find wonderful articles that include: - Approaching the Possible: The World of Stargate SG-1 - Making Myth: The Story of Stargate SG-1 - The Cast of Stargate SG-1 - Everybody CanCon - Coding the Wormhole - Out of the Blue ... and my favorite... - No Red Shirts Within the resources section you will find addresses to Stargate related websites, several of which I've already visited and enjoyed. Although the book does lack an index, I find it to be a minor inconvenience; after all, I don't mind thumbing through the book to look for a given piece of information. I tend to run across other interesting pieces of trivia that I've missed through prior viewings. This is, by far, the best book on the market and I look forward to any additional Stargate books published by the author. Hey Jo! Hint, hint!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter (4 Volumes set); Author: Visit Amazon's J. K. Rowling Page; Review: Please keep in mind I am a Harry Potter fan and loved the prior books. Regarding Hallows: - More hype than content. - Could have tightened up the book by editing out most of the camping chapters. - Last chapter was a mistake. Should have ended the story without it. - Copped out on some of the explanations that should have been in prior books. - Over all, not her best work. I dread to see how they make this into a movie. There are no sub-plots to cut out and other than the camping scenes, the rest of the book needs to be in the movie. There ya go. I'm tossing my 2 cents on the table and putting away my soap box.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Book 2; Author: J.K. Rowling; Review: Please keep in mind I am a Harry Potter fan and loved the prior books. Regarding Hallows: - More hype than content. - Could have tightened up the book by editing out most of the camping chapters. - Last chapter was a mistake. Should have ended the story without it. - Copped out on some of the explanations that should have been in prior books. - Over all, not her best work. I dread to see how they make this into a movie. There are no sub-plots to cut out and other than the camping scenes, the rest of the book needs to be in the movie. There ya go. I'm tossing my 2 cents on the table and putting away my soap box.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Book 7; Author: J.K. Rowling; Review: Please keep in mind I am a Harry Potter fan and loved the prior books. Regarding Hallows: - More hype than content. - Could have tightened up the book by editing out most of the camping chapters. - Last chapter was a mistake. Should have ended the story without it. - Copped out on some of the explanations that should have been in prior books. - Over all, not her best work. I dread to see how they make this into a movie. There are no sub-plots to cut out and other than the camping scenes, the rest of the book needs to be in the movie. There ya go. I'm tossing my 2 cents on the table and putting away my soap box.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under a Velvet Cloak (Incarnations of Immortality, Book 8); Author: Visit Amazon's Piers Anthony Page; Review: The whole concept of the Incarnation series was for each book to feature a given office. I was looking forward to a new office or one of the lower offices (Night, for example), instead we get the story of a girl who goes begging for the life of her child. I'm really disappointed with this one. Maybe he should stick with Xanth.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: The Ultimate Monster Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Richards Page; Review: I believe using the word "Ultimate" in the title is a bit of an overstatement. I had expected the book to contain information for all of the monsters that have appeared in both the classic as well as the new series. I didn't expect the entries to be detailed, just highlights, since the book would have to be a bit larger to cover the detail articles. The book covers the monsters from the new series, Doctors 9 & 10, with some information from the classic doctors when there is something to tie together. For example, there is an extensive history of Daleks and Cybermen, spanning from the beginning to the current date. The entry on Autons tied the living plastic from Pertwee's era together so you get to read about both. Now, with that said, I will admit that the book contains a wonderful amount of information regarding the monsters from Doctors 9 & 10. In that respect, I am more than pleased with the book. In addition to the information about a given monster, you'll occasionally find a "making of" section, such as with the Adipose. I always find this type of information interesting. The bottom line... if you are looking for monster information, mainly from the current series, buy the book, you won't be disappointed. If you're looking for information on the classic monsters, ones without ties to the current series, then this book isn't for you.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The LEGO Technic Idea Book: Fantastic Contraptions; Author: Visit Amazon's Yoshihito Isogawa Page; Review: I'm not disappointed with the book, but please keep in mind, this is an idea book only, not a step by step instruction guide. You'll need to use your powers of observation to figure out which parts are needed and how to put the item together. If you prefer to be led by the hand when putting together a LEGO model, then skip this book, otherwise it is worth the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Highlights Hidden Pictures: A Coloring Book for Grown-Up Children; Author: Highlights; Review: Got my copy today. I've already browsed through it. Very cool indeed. Only one problem. The pictures are printed on both sides, so unless your pens are guaranteed to be bleed-proof, I'd stick with colored pencils or crayons. I deducted the one star due to the printing on both sides. If the book was printed single-sided, it would have earned a 5 star review. And yes, it reminds me of the Highlights magazine I had as a kid. The pictures are just more detailed for the more "mature" mind. :-); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Whimsical Garden Gnomes: A Coloring Book For Adults (Chroma Tome) (Volume 11); Author: Visit Amazon's J B Johnson Page; Review: Wonderfully illustrated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition: Prima Official Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's David Hodgson Page; Review: I knew it would be big, but the book is much larger than my college textbooks. It is packed full of detail, to the point that it's almost overwhelming (I said almost). Time to get out the post it flags to break the book into easy access chapters. The book is not for the casual player, in my opinion. It's geared more toward the hard core gamer who wants to eek every bit of enjoyment out of it. Oh yes, word of warning, DON'T drop it on your foot. You will regret it. :-); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Wicked City VHS; Brand: Gregory Snegoff; Review: Great movie; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Outer Limits - The Original Series, Season 2; Brand: Dewey Martin; Review: great dvd; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Teen Titans: Season 5; Brand: Scott Menville; Review: Great animation; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Widow; Brand: Danielle Lilley; Review: great Dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Killer Mermaid; Brand: Franco Nero; Review: Great Dvd; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil Lady - The Complete Collection; Brand: Takako Fuji; Review: Great Dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Sands; Brand: Shane West; Review: Great Dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crooklyn VHS; Brand: Alfre Woodard; Review: One of my favorites; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avenging Force VHS; Brand: Michael Dudikoff; Review: another underrated movie from the 80s but a good one! Should have made a sequel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kolchak: The Night Stalker (complete Series!); Brand: Alice Ghostley; Review: Before the X-Files there was Cark Kolchack!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Piece of the Action / Uptown Saturday Night; Brand: Sidney Poitier; Review: A good move for lovers of the 70s; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: THUNDERCATS: S2, V2 (DVD); Brand: Larry Kenney; Review: Collection almost complete!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Josie and the Pussycats - The Complete Series; Brand: Janet Waldo; Review: More Good stuff from Hanna Babarra; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tales from the Crypt: Season 7; Brand: John Kassir; Review: Great show; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gargoyles - Season Two, Vol. 2; Brand: Keith David; Review: Some of Walt Disney's best cartoons.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume Two; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: Awesome cartoon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume 1; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: Great Cartoon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume 4; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: brings back memories of the early 90s.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume Three; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: Great cartoon fro comic fans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninja Assasins 2: 4 Film Collection; Brand: Alexander Lo; Review: old school kung fu just the way I like it!""; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman: Under the Red Hood; Brand: Bruce Greenwood; Review: Great Movie from the folks at DC!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frankenstein Jr. & The Impossibles: The Complete Series; Brand: Voice: Ted Cassidy; Review: Saturday Morning Best!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tales from the Crypt: The Complete Fifth and Sixth Seasons; Brand: Various; Review: my collection is complete; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shazzan: The Complete Series; Brand: Jerry Dexter; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Heat of the Night: The Complete Season One; Brand: Carroll O'Connor; Review: Brought back Memories of the 90s TV Shows that I watched before I joined the Military.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marvel Avengers Assemble: Assembly Required; Brand: Adrian Pasdar; Review: Another great Marvel Toon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jonny Quest: The Complete Eighties Adventures; Brand: Scott Menville; Review: Quest collection complete!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Assassin; Brand: Fengyi Zhang; Review: excellent sword play; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Turok: Son Of Stone; Brand: Various; Review: Great cartoon base on the Gold Key comic; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mister T: Season 1; Brand: Mr. T; Review: brought back memories; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall Part II VHS; Brand: Bo Svenson; Review: been looking for this movie; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Supernatural: The Anime Series; Brand: Shigeyuki Miya; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Falcon Rising; Brand: Michael Jai White; Review: Pretty Good Dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lady Terminator VHS; Brand: Barbara Anne Constable; Review: had been hunting for this one for a while; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninja She Devil; Brand: Yuya Matsuura; Review: too much porn not enough action!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ninja Assassins; Brand: Conan Lee; Review: Thumbs up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Killer Swarm; Brand: Janin Reinhardt; Review: Graet Dvd; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Mary Meyer Rattle, Mango Monkey (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Mary Meyer; Review: Very nice little toy, it rattles with a nicer sound the most rattles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melissa and Doug 8.5 in. Ascending Track - Set of 6; Brand: Melissa & Doug; Review: I wish that the connecting piece was wood not a plastic peg. Otherwise, they are are nice additions to our collection of various wooden train sets.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hot Wheels Star Wars Death Star Portable Playset(Discontinued by manufacturer); Brand: Hot Wheels; Review: We actually use this to keep action figures in, not hot wheels. Works nicely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kathe Kruse - Puppa Plush Doll, Milena; Brand: Kthe Kruse; Review: This is the most beautiful babydoll that I've seen for toddlers! I wanted a doll for my 15 month old for Christmas and the ones in Walmart, target, etc looked strange, ugly, or just junky. I ordered this last minute hoping it would be as nice as the picture. It is better! Her face is so gentle and sweet, and is has such simple construction for a younger child to play with a cuddle. The real baby loves her baby! And the best part, when she opened the box on Christmas, you just untie one ribbon bow and she was free for cuddling! No 15 minutes of untwisting 20 twisty ties. Just adorable!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madame Alexander Dolls Going to Grandma's Huggums; Brand: Madame Alexander; Review: Beautiful doll and so cuddly. My little girl loves her!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Grand Sunset; City: Chail Kandaghat Tehsil Solan District Himachal Pradesh; Review: I booked my stay in this hotel as per the reviews found on Tripadvisor. I reached this hotel in afternoon and it was off season. Within a few minutes after check in, I was in the hotel room. The view from the room was great. Sunsets were really GRAND. Staff is really good and couple friendly. Room service is quick and food is really good. One thing I would like to highlight is that there is no market nearby this hotel. Do not try to reach out to the nearest market by foot after dark as it is scary. The market should be reached by a car. In my case, hotel staff took me to market in car as they also had to buy some daily stuff. You should carry your cigarettes and drinks with you in case you wish to have them just after entering the hotel. Also, if you are in mood to celebrate a birthday, I would like to mention that you would not get a cake here or even in the market. Rest, my stay in this hotel was pleasant. Rooms are clean and the view of mountains from the room is beautiful. I loved it here and recommend it to all people especially Couples.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Himgiri Nature Retreat; City: Sirmour Sirmaur District Himachal Pradesh; Review: This is a big resort. there are different options for stay. I stayed in a log hut. Staff was quick and helpful. It was quite chilled there and I did not feel it was September. The log hut is cozy and good. You can either eat in room or go to the big dining hall. Food is good. The owner of the property is EX ARMY and stays 6 months in resort. It is a decent property which is far from the madding crowd.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ashrey Dehradun; City: Dehradun Dehradun District Uttarakhand; Review: It is couple friendly if you give ID for both. Food is good but delivery time is more at times. Hotel location is good as it is just 5 minutes away from the Railway station. Front desk manager is rude. Some rooms are big while others are small. Price is same.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bella Express Hotel; City: Pattaya Chonburi Province; Review: Consider this one as an Indian Hotel - very famous with Indians. I checked in on a very hot day i.e. 13th June 2017. It was a relief to enter the big reception hall of Bella Express as it was very cool inside. The receptionist took around 15 minutes to handover me the electric card key. Pros: 1.Great location, hardly 5 minutes walk to the beach road and 10 minutes to Soi Buakhao. 2.Neat and clean grand rooms, enough for a couple. 3.Guest friendly hotel ;) 4.Good room service 5.Swanky Swimming pool 6.Friendly staff Cons: 1.Indians staying in this hotel may be very loud at times while talking(some people may not like shouting and they may not like this here) Conclusion : Lovely hotel and no matter what time you go out, you will feel like no body is asleep as market outside the hotel is open 24 hours. Just go for it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nantra De Comfort; City: Bangkok; Review: I will keep this one crisp and clear 1. This is a low profile hotel in a high profile area of Bangkok 2. I checked in on 10th June 2017, Hotel was easy to find. 3. Receptionist was professional and smiling(ignore previous posts saying negative things about receptionist) 4. I was given key card within 5 minutes of my arrival at the reception. 5.Hotel is under renovation but you will never hear any noise 6. My room was on 2nd floor and there is no lift. It is not at all an issue as stairs are not so many. 7. I was given no safety box so that was a negative. 8. Hotel room was really small but I was traveling solo so it was fine for me. 9. As I entered the room, I noticed a few mosqitoes and I informed the reception. The guy came with a spray and problem was resolved(I loved quick response). 10. Bathroom is fine but no bum gun for Indias. Just use the toilet paper. These were the first impressions. Now following is the conclusion. This hotel is at 10 minutes walking distance from Thong Lo BTS Station and the location is lovely, I mean it ITS LOVELY. People running the hotel are helpful people and you would have a safe stay here. If you are looking for bigger rooms dont go here. If you are traveling solo then it is the best one. I would say for this price, this is a steal and I would love to go here again. I have no complaints, I loved it in this hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coniferous Hotel; City: Cherrapunjee East Khasi Hills District Meghalaya; Review: Well, first of all, in this image, the hotel looks oldddddd but in real, it looks more colorful and not so oldddd. It looks fresh. The room was neat and clean. Room service was great and the people who run this hotel are very generous and humble. Dharmo who is the receptionist is a very nice guy and they will ensure you get the best food they can prepare. Do not be too demanding with these people as they are simple and they do best with whatever resources they have. I loved my stay here. It is 15 kms from the double decker root bridge trek starting point. So, plan accoridngly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Talwalkars Serene Cottages; City: Panchgani Satara District Maharashtra; Review: The pictures of this hotel were misleading. I was expecting great and I found average. Cons- It is far from Mahabaleshwar. Do not stay here if you wana be in Mahabaleshwar. It is around 7 km far. The taxi service from here is overpriced. Please dont be fooled by taxi drivers as Needle Point, Elephant Head, Echo Point are all at same place. They make it look like they are all so different. Rooms are jus fine. My room had small ants on the floor. Poorly maintained rooms. Pros- Service is good.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Glenartney; City: Brodick Isle of Arran Scotland; Review: Very nice B&B, we had a nice room with a lovely view overlooking Brodick and the bay. The room was comfortable, the beds were also very good, which doesn't happen a lot with B&B's in the UK, as we are used to feel some springs in our backs the last years. The breakfast was great with loads of things to chose from. There is a possibility of getting drinks as well as the B&B has a licence, Situated on a quiet part of the village, parking is easy and safe. Very good B&B, should be set as an example.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Caladh Sona; City: Port Ellen Islay The Hebrides Scotland; Review: we've stayed only one night, after we've booked out of a very expensive address in Bowmore, but wished we've booked this instead! very clean bedroom, we slept in the front room which was a bit small, but big enough for two people! the lady of the house was very pleasant, and breakfast was also very good! Well worth the money! when we go back, we certainly stay at this address!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eskdale B B; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Had a loverly stay at the Eskdale, very warm welcome by Debbie, the owner, great room, nice bathroom with decent shower, good breakfast all that for a rockbottom price of 35 pounds. She could easily get away with 45 pounds per night if you ask me. Will definetely book it next time i need to travel to Liverpool Area. It is located very close to the Liverpool airport, so ideal if you arrive late or need to travel early next morning.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chimneys Guest House; City: Stansted Mountfitchet Essex England; Review: I stayed one night at the Chimneys but i would recommend it to anybody who needs to stay close to Stansted airport. I received a warm welcome and the room was fantastic. Large, clean and with all the conveniences like flatscreen and t+c making facilities. There was shampoo and showergel so nothing to ask for more. The breakfast is a+++. The Chimneys is very close to the trainstation (5 minutes walk) To get to the airport you should take the train (only 1 station further to Stansted Airport Station) or order a taxi. Oh and for a drink in the evening there are a few pubs and a bistro bar at walking distance.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Corner House Bed Breakfast; City: Lympne Kent England; Review: We stayed at the Corner House for one night before heading back to the continent with the Eurotunnel. Our doubleroom was nice, not overly big, but the bathroom had a lot of extra space. The owners are very friendly! Parking can be done in front of the house, but this is just off street (passing cars can be close to your car) Just 150 yards away is a parking place one at the community center or one at the local pub where parking is also allowed. The pub serves good food we were told (but we haven't visited it, so can't comment).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Old Palace Guest House; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: my mate and i wanted to stay in Brighton for a night on our way to Goodwood Festival of Speed. We booked the Old Palace because it was competitively priced. Our stay was good, the room was dated but functional, ie there were beds and the shower was good. Maybe not the perfect setting if you are looking for a romantic place to stay. The location is perfect in the centre of Brighton in the Kemptown area, a part of Brighton which has a very nice atmospfere and is without the troubles of loud hen night parties and stag do's which are more to the west. Parking is difficult and can be expensive, however parking is free from 20:00 till 09:00 on the main road about 200 yards from the Guest House. in the area are plenty of good affordable restaurants and bars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coleshill Hotel; City: Coleshill Warwickshire England; Review: My girlfriend and i stayed at the Coleshill after reading the reviews. On arrival we were welcomed by a friendly member of staff. The room was spacious and had a nice bathroom including a bath with which my girlfriend was very happy with. Unfortunately the two rooms next to us were occupied by four lads who went for a pubcrawl which caused disturbance from 2:30 am till 5:30 (maybe some advice for the staff when these type of customers book, always to keep one room between them and the other guest free, as let's face it, it unlikely that 4 young guys who book rooms will go to bed before 11 pm only having drunk tea and coffee. In the morning we had breakfast which consisted of a large selection of fruits, juices and cerial plus a choice of cooked breakfast. One member of staff, called Kat or Cat, was on this occaion not in the best of moods. We were wondering if she might be better off getting a different occupation, because not only us but other guest were unhappy with the service and grumpy attitude she displayed. Please remember Cat, if you read this, that you are working in the service industry and the people you are serving pay your wages ultimately. The cook was also not fully awake ( mind you it was Saturday morning) as parts of the cooked breakfast were clearly overcooked and burnt. All in all we do find the whole experience at the Coleshill hotel satisfying but it could have been so much better if some of the breakfaststaff are a bit more motivated.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Innkeeper s Lodge Lichfield; City: Lichfield Staffordshire England; Review: I stayed at the Innkeepers lodge last week based on the reviews of others. The building itself has tons of character and is very inviting. On arrival the staff was very friendly. The place was very busy ( 9pm on Thursday) with many people dining. Maybe something for the management to look into: i couldn't find a clear sign outside saying i had arrived at the Innkeepers Lodge, all the signs i saw only displayed the name: Hedgehog' which is confusing if you arrive after a busy day in the dark. I only realized i was at the right place when i got inside the hotel were i saw a sign with the Innkeepers lodge at the reception. Apart from the warm welcome i was served by several members off the staff without doubt all very warm and friendly. My room (number 8) looked great and was very spacious, the corridor leading to the room gives you a feeling you are in a nice historic building, i guess it's also very convenient for a romantic weekend. In my opinion the bed in my room has seen the best of days, which was a bit of a let down, i could feel some springs in my back which i wasn't expecting for a hotel with this reputation. Easy to sort out obviously as a new matress won't break the bank. Next morning at breakfast i was welcomed and served by a friendly member of staff, i had a continental breakfast (being part of the B&B) a cooked breakfast was available at extra costs which i didn't take. All in all a very pleasant stay. Maybe handy to know, the hotel has a large carpark, if you travel with car and trailer they offer plenty of space to accomodate it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Abbeydene House; City: Newtownabbey County Antrim Northern Ireland; Review: Last week i stayed at the Abbeydene House for one night. On arrival i received a warm welcome by the owners. The house is built in the 19th century and just looks great. The room was clean and very spacious. The decor was very romantic and had all the modern conviences you need. The doublebed was good as was the bathroom with a nice powerfull shower. Allthough i travelled alone, i think it's also very suitable for a romantic weekend especially if you don't want to stay in Belfast City Centry but close by. The Guesthouse has it's own private parking spaces which makes it also very convenient for people travelling with a car. i did not have breakfast so can't comment on that.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grasshopper Inn; City: Westerham Sevenoaks District Kent England; Review: Let me start by saying that the staff at the bar on arrival and at breakfast in the morning were very kind and friendly. Let me continue by saying i still wait for a reply from the manager after a night with hardly any sleep. I stayed in the annex which I found very nice, allthough some people might not like the fact that it is on the car park and can be noisy for that reason. Now for the bad bit, i had rodents (probably mice) partying in the attic, not a very nice thought and maybe not hygienic. The worst though was the matress where i slept on, albeit fairly new was probably the cheapest on offer by DFS and therefore succesfully prevented me from sleeping which was the reason for my stay in the first place!!! Having pointed this out to a very nice and friendly member of the Breakfast staff, she assured me the manager would get back to me that day. It's now three days later and i haven't had any reply. :-( My toptip: therefore avoid the Grasshopper Inn if you want to stayover and sleep and like i, depart with 85 pounds of your well earned money. I'm not a fussy person and on average, I stay at an Inn/Hotel every fortnight, this is one of the worst beds i ever slept on. My advice to the manager: 1 replace the bed for something appropriate, even the beds in the 30 pounds per night stopover hotels in France are considerably beter 2 i really don't understand why you haven't come back to me and maybe offer a refund as the sleeping experience was a disgrace; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Riverside Hotel; City: Branston Burton upon Trent Staffordshire England; Review: The room have recently been refurbished, so the quality is of a very high standard All the staff members i met were very friendly and welcoming The food was great as were the drinks Highly recommended!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: MoGo Mouse, Wireless 2-button Bluetooth Mouse (Gray); Brand: Newton; Review: Rejoice laptop users, for a transportable bluetooth mouse has emerged in the market! The Bluetooth MoGo mouse fits perfectly in the PCI slot for your laptops (well, unless you don't have one). Not only does this count as storage, but it also duals as a charger for this wireless device. Function-wise, the mouse is perfect. The computer perfectly syncs with bluetooth and responds well with little to no lag. It's not as exact or sensitive as a laser mouse, but it's still good. Overall, I like the product and my brother likes it more, since it's his now. I'd recommend it for someone using it for laptop uses. It's more for navigation then gaming and photoshop, so don't expect stellar performance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk 2GB MicroSD / TransFlash Card w/SD Adapter camcorder; Brand: SanDisk; Review: My MicroSD card works fine and everything is in order. One thing that bothers me is the adapter. The Adapter encases the MicroSD card, but the lock mechanism is annoying. Everytime I insert it into my computer, I cannot delete anything off of it because it's locked. I take take it out of my laptop and find that the lock switch is a little flimsy. So I can continue adding, but not deleting. I guess another adapter is in order. Other than that, the card stores 2GB... I should know, because mine's at full capacity, haha. Also, I noticed that the transfer speed from this card versus a regular SD card is slower.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras; Brand: Sigma; Review: I purchased this lens as a good low light and portrait lens. Unfortunately, after thorough testing the sharpness was not up to par. At first, I thought it was me, so I took a few sample shots. My first sample shot was a close distance (5 ft) handheld. I had a low light shot using f/1.4 and 1/100 and my focus points were a little shaky. Most likely my fault since it was hand held. My second sample shot, I got a tripod and stopped it down to f/2.8. Again, the focus point was fuzzy. Again, I was a little skeptical because maybe it was me pressing the shutter. My third sample shot, I set it on a timer (2 seconds)... again, the shot was a little fuzzy. Distraught, I went to take an outside shot so I could gauge it better in better lit areas and better focus. This didn't work either. I really think that I may have just gotten a bad copy, so I'm returning this lens. This would have been good for an upcoming wedding (my cousins), but I'll stick with a Canon 50mm 1.4, though I'd have liked a wider angle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras; Brand: Sigma; Review: I purchased this lens as a good low light and portrait lens. Unfortunately, after thorough testing the sharpness was not up to par. At first, I thought it was me, so I took a few sample shots. My first sample shot was a close distance (5 ft) handheld. I had a low light shot using f/1.4 and 1/100 and my focus points were a little shaky. Most likely my fault since it was hand held. My second sample shot, I got a tripod and stopped it down to f/2.8. Again, the focus point was fuzzy. Again, I was a little skeptical because maybe it was me pressing the shutter. My third sample shot, I set it on a timer (2 seconds)... again, the shot was a little fuzzy. Distraught, I went to take an outside shot so I could gauge it better in better lit areas and better focus. This didn't work either. I really think that I may have just gotten a bad copy, so I'm returning this lens. This would have been good for an upcoming wedding (my cousins), but I'll stick with a Canon 50mm 1.4, though I'd have liked a wider angle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smatree 1290mAh Replacement battery for GoPro Hero4 (Pack of; Brand: Smatree; Review: Great additional to my Hero4 arsenal! They seem to perform the same as the original, no evident difference. Definitely need to have extra batteries because the Hero4 Silver will eat through them with continual use during a trip, especially cold trips where the battery dies faster.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brainwavz Delta Black IEM In Ear Earbuds Noise Isolating Earphones Remote Headset Apple iPhone & Android; Brand: BRAINWAVZ; Review: The sound for the Brainwavz Delta Earphones are good. No complaints. However, the iOS control function (not sure about Android) is a bit quirky. I first noticed it when I put my iPod in my pocket, my movement would trigger an iOS control and interrupt my music. At first I thought I had touched the wired controller, but soon I realized it was caused by the 45-degree connection port. Being 45-degrees is odd enough, since most headphone jacks are either straight or at a 90-degree angle. But now, I can confirm that as the wire is moved, it triggers the iOS functions. Also, this was not only on my iPod, but on my iPhone and it even triggered my computer to pop-up iTunes. Verdict: The sound for this earphone is good, maybe even great for being an earphone. The constant misfire for controls makes this product faulty. I'm not sure if others have this problem, but I am writing about my own experience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Intel Pocket Concert 128MB Digital Audio Player; Brand: Intel; Review: This product is easy to use, great sound quality. It even displays foreign language (Big-5) on the player's screen. SUPER!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TomTom GO 700 3.5-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: TomTom; Review: Pro: The touch screen operation is extremely intuitive. Con: If you drive cars with thick windshield, i.e. Mercedes, BMW,... etc. Your GPS signal reception will be affected. Also, system reboots consistently when I drive across certain location on the highway. I am still trying to figure out what's causing the reboot. Even with a few complains, I still give this unit 5-stars. Its ease of operation out weights a few hick-ups!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: J-Tech Digital (TM) 2 Ports HDMI 1x2 Powered Splitter Ver 1.3 Certified for Full HD 1080P with Deep Color; Brand: J-Tech Digital; Review: Returned the product because I was confused between splitter and switch. This is a splitter which takes one input and slit into eight output.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: IOGEAR 8-Port HDMI Switch with RS-232 Support, GHSW8181; Brand: IOGEAR; Review: Worked as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PWR+ Silver Metal Pivoting Flex Ipad Holder-Stand for Apple-Ipad 2 3 4: !!! Check Compatibility Photo !!!; Brand: PWR+; Review: iPad falls out fairly easy from the 4 corner rubber grip. The X-arm blocks the back side (better quality) camera so vieo conferencing can only use front side camera. Tilting not easily adjusted, requires unscrewing. Over all, the product is a good idea & complains above can easily be fixed.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: BlackVue DR650S-2CH 64GB with Power Magic Pro, Car Black Box/Car DVR Recorder, Wi-Fi, Full HD, G Sensor,; Brand: Blackvue; Review: Operation-wise, all is well. Design and product idea is good. However, the choice of rear camera connector is prone to "bent pin" if not inserted correctly. Read the article (link below) to see this potential problem. Remember, user spent valuable time running & hiding cable from back of vehicle to the main unit. Having a bent pin means all those time wasted. Entire cable must be replaced. I hope BlackVue can consider a better connector solution. URL --> [...]; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JVC KW-V820BT 6.8-Inch CarPlay Receiver Double DIN BT In-Dash Stereo with XM, iDataLink Maestro, Dual Zone; Brand: JVC; Review: So far, all works as expected. CarPlay is very cool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDE Kids Case for iPad Mini 2 3; Brand: HDE; Review: simple to install, great protection!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Robbie Williams - Angels; Brand: ; Review: Robbie Williams is one of the most creative, tongue-in-cheek lyricists in the world. His songs cover a wide range of emotions, from sadness to love, from arrogance to insecurity, from pain to unabashed fun. But since this is a DVD, I will focus more on Mr. Williams' visual appeal. There are seven videos featured on this disc (two are available if you conquer the Find the Joker game). Here's each one in a nutshell: "Angels" - a stunning, black-and-white video with gorgeous cinematography and simplicity. Probably the best I've ever seen him do. It's no wonder that the song and the video were (and still are) wildly popular in the UK. "Lazy Days" - As Robbie explains, he was "mad" during this video as it was filmed during one of his stints in rehab. There are some interesting camera effects in this one and some cool tricks involving small floating mirrors. "South of the Border" - Robbie and his band perform in a building that is on fire. As the heat goes up, the band members and their instruments begin to sweat. You literally feel the heat while watching it. Good concept. "Heaven From Here" and "Grace" - Both videos are comprised of vacation footage shot by Williams' writing partner Guy Chambers. "HFH," a slower song, features softer moments, while "Grace" gets fun with a karaoke feel. "Get the Joke" - A live studio video, kind of an Unplugged moment for Robbie. Very simple, not visual at all, but the song is still enjoyable. The extras on the disk are pretty good. His poetry renditions offer a nice break from his crazy pop idol persona and allows us to get into his head a bit. There are also a couple of short interviews, including one where he discusses how he knew "Angels" was going to be a hit. My only beef: I wish there were more videos available! There are many I have not seen yet. This is a great gift for any Robbie fan and also a wonderful way to introduce a non-believer to a great artist. I would like to see Robbie Williams try again with the American audience. Fans like me certainly haven't given up on him yet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Robbie Williams - Live at the Albert; Brand: Robbie Williams; Review: An artist takes a big risk when they divert from their normal musical style. Madonna did it with "I'm Breathless" and George Michael did it with "Songs from the Last Century." Now it is British megastar Robbie Williams' turn to show his swing skills as he performs classics from his album "Swing When You're Winning." First of all, the album itself is great. If you are a fan and you don't have it, pay the import prices and have a listen. This DVD shows his live concert at decadent Royal Albert Hall. He has a full orchestra and dresses the part in a suave suit. His performance never misses a beat. He covers the classics with the greatest of ease. He is an excellent live performer anyway, but it's nice to see him toned down a bit from his over-the-top pop concerts. He duets with the likes of Jon Lovitz, Jane Horrocks (from "Little Voice"), and Rupert Everett. Highlight number: "Mack the Knife." But don't think Robbie has forgotten who he is. In between songs, he does get a bit cheeky with a few jokes. Only downside? He did not perform "Somethin' Stupid," his duet with Nicole Kidman (but she was in the audience...hmmmmmm). Luckily, the song's music video and a making-of special are featured on the DVD. Also featured on the DVD is a little documentary called "The Day Job." It follows Robbie through his videography and achievements. It was an interesting touch. This is a must-have if you are a Robbie fan or a swing fan, or if you simply want to discover what the British are fussing about. He truly is one of the best talents today.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greatest Hits, Vol. 1; Brand: Elton John; Review: Lately, there has been a trend among artists that have spanned the last twenty or thirty years: greatest hits collections. The Rolling Stones, the Who, and Fleetwood Mac have all done them. Now it's Elton's turn. And if you are a fan of Sir Elton or if you just like musicians with a diverse style, this career-chartering set is worth a listen. There are songs for every taste on these two discs. There are fun, rambunctious tunes like I'm Still Standing, Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting, and a recently rediscovered fave for me, I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That. Thrown into the mix are the simple, yet powerful ballads listeners love like Daniel, Rocket Man, and The One. One of the most wonderful aspects of this set is the story it tells. As you read the liner notes, you see that the songs portray the events in the careers of Elton and songwriting partner, brilliant lyricist Bernie Taupin. All of the sadness, joy, and love and admiration that comes with fame is put out there in clever but touching fashion. Elton John and Bernie Taupin are the epitomy of rock and roll. Listening to the greatest hits is like having a history lesson in musical talent and longevity. They simply refuse to go out of style, adapting to the changing times while still maintaining humanity and universal spirit. I will not pick a favorite disc of the two because I love them both. I have several of Elton's greatest hits discs and love them too, but I'm ecstatic to see so many great ones grouped together for my convenience. Some people are skeptical of greatest hits collections because they might not be familiar with a few of the songs featured. I guarantee that if you have been a fan of Elton since the beginning, you WILL know these songs. If you have only become a fan recently, lucky you! You get to experience many of the early hits for the first time. Either way, this set encompasses a wonderful musical experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Spirit Room; Brand: Michelle Branch; Review: And it is a good thing that she isn't! In a time when the pop charts were littered with manufactured pop princesses, Michelle Branch was the first of a new breed to emerge with a different concept: write your own music and write it well! This debut is heartfelt rock and ballad with a fresh, young sound. While the songs aren't necessarily revolutionary, they are consistently catchy and genuine. She has already garnered massive radio airplay with songs like "Everywhere" and "All You Wanted." She even earned the next step in credibility by appearing on Santana's "Shaman" album, contributing flair with the song "The Game of Love." Branch's future looks limitless as long as she stays true to herself. I think she'll stick around for a while.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridge Over Troubled Water/This Is The Night; Brand: Clay Aiken; Review: I must admit that I was rooting for Clay Aiken to win the American Idol title. However, I was pleased when they announced that he had been signed to RCA. This CD single is a first taste of what America can expect from Clay's debut album. He performed both songs on AI, but listeners will see what a difference a studio can make. Here, Clay is less over-the-top (as Simon would say) and more polished. Both songs are familiar to his devoted American Idol fans. The first is his remake of Simon and Garfunkel's "Bridge Over Troubled Water." To be fair, I listened to both versions in order to get an accurate comparison. Garfunkel's vocal was more of a haunting falsetto, while Clay's voice is obviously larger. Aiken does not take away from the overall message of the song, but instead gives it a more grandiose feel, complete with gospel choir. His voice has more clarity than Garfunkel's, but many fans of the classic might feel that this update will never be able to surpass the status or the emotion of the original. It's still a great effort which does the song justice. The second song is an original called "This is the Night." The lyrical content is similar to Kelly Clarkson's "A Moment Like This." It's an uplifting power ballad about dreams coming true. Clay's perfect pitch and range make it wonderful and seemingly inspirational. I'm looking forward to Clay's album just to see how he handles other genres of music (aside from ballads). One thing is for sure: this young man has a unique voice and a future of infinite possibility. Only time will tell if his sales will outshine those of his lovable opponent Ruben.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ego Has Landed; Brand: Robbie Williams; Review: Once upon a time, there was this kid in a boy band. He was their resident "bad boy," heavily into drinking and drugs. He soon left his squeaky-clean mates behind and entered rehab. When he emerged, he set out to conquer the world with a solo career. He released several albums in his native UK and became a multi-national superstar. Next task: conquer America. This album was America's first taste of this aforementioned Brit pop phenom, Robbie Williams. It is a compilation of his first two albums, "Life Thru a Lens" and "I've Been Expecting You." It was critically-acclaimed (even named Album of the Year by Entertainment Weekly magazine), and deservedly so. This is a flawless pop album. It demonstrates a diversity of sounds instead of being a typical pop album that's littered with songs that all sound the same. There are groovy tunes (Millennium, Win Some Lose Some), vibrant rockers (Let Me Entertain You, Lazy Days, Man Machine), and big ballads (Angels, Phoenix from the Flames, She's the One). Each song is laced with Robbie's passion and emotion, whether its sadness, anger, frustration, or joy. Robbie and musician/producer Guy Chambers have become one of the best songwriting teams since Elton John and Bernie Taupin. If you wish to get to know Robbie as an artist, I recommend this album as your starting point. You will see how dramatically different (and wonderful) Robbie's style is, compared to his pop counterparts. Can't get enough? Check out other import albums or his latest release "Escapology." Hopefully his American fanbase will grow. I would love to see Robbie as a regular staple on MTV and on radio stations.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Measure of a Man; Brand: Clay Aiken; Review: Clay Aiken's debut album may not be the most inventive or original, but you can't deny that this young man has a unique and powerful voice that commands your attention. Less than a year after grabbing the first runner-up position on American Idol II, he still has a bit of maturing to do vocally, but he has a sense of what his fans want to hear and delivers just that. Let's review each track one-by-one: 1) Invisible - I'm not sure if I would have put this song first. It's not necessarily a bad song. It does start off kind of cheesy, but it picks up with the chorus and the breakdown and becomes quite catchy. 2) I Will Carry You - This sounds like a song Clay would have used to bring down the house on AI. It's a nice inspirational ballad, along the same lines of "This is the Night." Great song for his voice. 3) The Way - Because this song was co-written by Enrique Iglesias, it does have kind of a Latin ballad feel. It's sweet, but any Latin singer might have been able to pull it off. 4) When You Say You Love Me - This one was co-penned by former Savage Garden lead singer Darren Hayes. Therefore, it's got an obvious SG pop flavor to it along with unique lyricals. It's one of the standout tracks on the album. 5) No More Sad Songs - Lyrically, it's very stereotypical. There is definite vocal variety, allowing Clay to show his great range. But some may find the high notes severe. 6) Run to Me - This is one of the stronger songs. It's a clever ballad that manages to show his vocal talent without being overpowering. I like the key changes in this one. 7) Shine - A very romantic, sweet song. It's more subtle than other love songs on the album and has great lyrics. 8) I Survived You - Good break-up song for broken hearted girls (or guys, I suppose) to identify with. Not groundbreaking by any means, but does feature a nice harmony with background vocalist Danielle Brisebois. 9) This is the Night - Previously featured on his first single release. I liked the song then and I still like it now. It appropriately sums up his journey from American Idol to a musical career. Inspirational. 10) Perfect Day - THE best song on the entire album. The sound departs from other tracks. It's clever and fun, and there should be more tracks like it on his next album. I hope it's released as a single. 11) Measure of a Man - In contrast with the above track, this song is the weakest from this effort. It's got good lyrics, but they get lost because this song is not suited for Clay's voice at all. It seemed out of place amidst the other tracks. 12) Touch - Nice funky feel to this one. Again, it's different from the rest of the album. GREAT lyrics, a definite highlight. Overall, the CD has a few flaws,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Savage Garden; Brand: Savage Garden; Review: Savage Garden were the underappreciated Australian stepchildren of the late nineties pop revolution. While the Backstreet Boys and NSync were building an army of screaming teenage girl fans, SG were exploring different sounds and lyrics while still staying true to the catchy pop formula. Their debut album is almost a tribute to the 80's sound developed by pioneers like Erasure, Pet Shop Boys, and Human League. But with Darren Hayes' unusual but soothing vocal style and Daniel Jones' brilliant ear for melodies, SG turned out to be more than your average boy band. This album features many gems, including: 1) To the Moon and Back - A clever song incorporating a spaced-out, futuristic feel. Guaranteed to get stuck in your head. 2) I Want You - The "chica-Cherry cola" song. It blew me away when I first heard it. I love how the lyrics are sung at a break-neck speed. 3) Truly, Madly, Deeply - The first American number one for the boys. It is a sweet, romantic song that became a mainstay at many proms, dances, and weddings that year. 4) Tears of Pearls - Lyrically, it's one of the best songs on the album. Key changes are at just the right moments. Practically flawless. 5) Universe - SG sauces things up a little bit with this sexy ballad. With racy words and a grinding melody, this song is perfect for "extra-curricular activities." 6) Carry on Dancing - This one is really a filler track. It's not as genius as some of the other tracks, but it's still nice and catchy. 7) Violet - This one sounds like it could have been written by Prince (and I'm not just alluding to a purple reference). It's very funky with a subtle sexual quality. 8) Break Me, Shake Me - This is a rougher, more desperate track. I'm not sure if it sticks out or stands out on the album, but it is a departure from the other tracks. 9) A Thousand Words - My favorite song from this effort. It reads like a beautiful, frustrated poem. Great harmonies and lyrics make it worthy of multiple listens. 10) Promises - This one is more downbeat than the previous tracks, more groovy. It's a good bouncy quality and a great chorus. 11) Santa Monica - It's kind of a loving tribute to the pier, ripe with references of inline skaters and coffee on the promenade. But the chorus doesn't seem to match up. It's a good song, but kind of weird. So, if you love pop with substance, than you must take a trip to Savage Garden. These two handsome Aussies will soon win your heart, and this might become one of your favorite albums.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
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Title: My Daily Styles Stainless Steel Silver Gold-Tone Jewish Star David Charm Pendant Necklace, 22"; Brand: My Daily Styles; Review: My wife loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IGI Certified 14k Gold Wedding Diamond Band Ring (1/4 Carat); Brand: dd DIAMOND DELIGHT; Review: My wife like it. My only complaint is that the seller took too long to ship it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's Jersey Short with Pockets; Brand: ; Review: Good item for the price. very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: David Archy Men's 4 Pack Underwear Micro Modal Separate Pouches Trunks With Fly; Brand: David Archy; Review: Very comfortable. I love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Justinstones Gem Semi Precious Gemstone Love Heart Charm Stretch Beaded Bracelet Unisex; Brand: Justinstones; Review: I don't know if it is real stone but I like the way it looks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Handmade Gem Semi Precious Gemstone 8mm Round Beads Stretch Bracelet 7" Unisex; Brand: ; Review: Very nice. I am not sure if they are real but my family like them. I have bought several of them and I have to come back for more to give them as gifts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Highlander Hotel; City: Newtonmore Aviemore and the Cairngorms Scottish Highlands Scotland; Review: Clean and quiet. I rather enjoyed this nostalgic trip back to the 1980s. Dinner and Breakfast were good, though the entertainment left something to be desired. Internet was wonky, they had to reboot the router numerous times. Cell phone coverage in this area is poor. It was a relaxing stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Hamilton; City: Hamilton Ontario; Review: This is an old Journey's End property and not much has changed since 1992. There are still smoking rooms at this hotel and the hallways reeked of smoke. The lobby was small, as was the breakfast room. Breakfast was modest but I got a bowl of cereal and slice of toast so I was pleased. For ~$100 I would expect more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Birch Run; City: Birch Run Michigan; Review: This hotel is located near the Outlet Malls, so the location is great. We had a quiet evening in our spacious room. TV and Internet were good. Breakfast was excellent (though there was no peanut butter!). Rate of $79 constituted a good value. On future trips to Birch Run, we will stay here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Palm Springs Downtown; City: Palm Springs Greater Palm Springs California; Review: This is a below par Comfort Inn. Breakfast did not offer any cold cereals. Toilet in our room was leaky. Couldn't get cold water from the tap to save your life. It I were paying <$100 per night, then it would be tolerable. However, at $121 a night I would expect more.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Knights Inn Syracuse Liverpool; City: Liverpool Salina Finger Lakes New York; Review: For the price we paid, we got what was expected. The room was from circa 1988. Bed was lumpy. Decent location. Breakfast was good. Syracuse hotels are pricey and we didn't want to spend a lot for what was going to be a short night.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yankee Inn; City: Lenox Massachusetts; Review: The Berkshires are expensive and this was the best price point we could find. The Yankee Inn was the Hampton Inn but there's now a new Hampton. The word "Inn" makes this property sound quaint, but it's not. Just a run of the mill motel on a busy highway. Breakfast was excellent. The hardwood floors in the room were a nice change. Bed was ok.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites; City: West Warwick Rhode Island; Review: $65 for our night's stay. This was outstanding value. Travelling with a baby is sometimes tricky but having a suite makes it a lot easier. The bed was good. Breakfast was excellent. I even met Bill "Spaceman" Lee at breakfast. Hotels in Providence and Newport are expensive. This was good value even with paying for the toll both coming and going across the Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Carpet Inn West Springfield; City: West Springfield Massachusetts; Review: I like to think I'm fairly objective so when I say that this motel was bad, I hope that holds some value. You might read other reviews suggesting that this was a 'find', it's not. Located on a busy highway, US 5 this hotel had funny smelling rooms that were super tiny. The beds were good but getting sleep when they shook every time a big truck went by was not acceptable. TVs were new. There are no decent restaurants near by, at least what we could find. It's a bit of a run down area consisting of 3 abandoned car dealerships. The worst was the non-existent breakfast. It was 2 packs of store bought donuts and coffee that could take paint off your car. False advertising at best. Did I mention the smell of the rooms. Terrible. I'll be apologizing to my wife for months after picking this supposed value motel.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: People Think the Skeleton on 'The Masked Singer' Is Christopher Meloni; Abstract: We'll send in Benson to investigate.; Category: tv
Title: Iowa family discovers horrifying basement filled with blood; Abstract: It's been two weeks and the blood and fat are still seeping into the basement of Nick Lestina's home.; Category: news
Title: 42 Brand New Christmas Cookie Recipes to Bake This Year; Abstract: Add a few new Christmas cookie recipes to your cookie plates this year. We've got more than 40 new recipes just waiting to be baked up in your kitchen. The post 42 Brand New Christmas Cookie Recipes to Bake This Year appeared first on Taste of Home.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Is ingestible collagen the fountain of youth? Maybe; Abstract: While the evidence on collagen is far from conclusive, most clinicians agree there's little downside in trying it if you wish -- as long as you keep expectations in check and a few things in mind.; Category: health
Title: Senate to try to override Trump emergency declaration veto Thursday; Abstract: The Senate on Thursday will attempt to override President Trump's veto of a resolution nixing his emergency declaration on the border wall. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) set up a veto override vote for Thursday at 1:45 p.m., as he wrapped up the Senate's work on Wednesday and set the schedule for Thursday. The vote will come less than two days after Trump vetoed the resolution, which passed the House and Senate last month. ...; Category: news
Title: Fort Worth shooting: Officers weren't asked to do welfare check. Here's how it changed things; Abstract: When Atatiana Jefferson's neighbor called police, he says he expected them to go check and see if she was OK.; Category: news
Title: Missing Minnesota boy, 6, and his dog, found in cornfield by drone with thermal camera; Abstract: A missing 6-year-old boy from Minnesota and his dog were found Wednesday after hundreds of volunteers including one who used his own drone with a thermal camera searched for him for hours.; Category: news
Title: 'Tarzan' Actor Ron Ely: Actor's son allegedly killed his mother before deputies shot and killed him, sheriff's office says; Abstract: The son of "Tarzan" actor Ron Ely killed his mother before he was shot and killed by deputies on Tuesday, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office.; Category: tv
Title: Here's Jennifer Lopez Wearing the Most Extra Bejeweled Wedding Dress; Abstract: She's filming a movie but still. Look at that dress!!; Category: lifestyle
Title: His Mood Changed and Our Marriage Imploded. Then He Took a Blood Test.; Abstract: His condition came on so gradually he couldn't tell he had changed.; Category: health
Title: Opioid Deal Could Open Door to Bigger Settlement; Abstract: AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, McKesson and Teva reached a $260 million settlement to avoid a trial seeking to blame them for fueling the opioid crisis.; Category: finance
Title: Celebrity weddings of 2019; Abstract: See all the stars who got married this year!; Category: entertainment
Title: Former DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen says she left post because 'saying no' wasn't enough; Abstract: When asked on whether she regretted signing the memo that resulted in family separations, Nielsen said, "I don't regret enforcing the law because I took an oath to do that..."; Category: news
Title: Donald Trump: 'We're building a wall in Colorado'; Abstract: Colorado is not positioned along the U.S. southern border, where President Donald Trump has focused his desire for a physical barrier.; Category: news
Title: High-voltage PG&E power line broke near origin of massive fire in California wine country; Abstract: After sparking late Wednesday night, the Kincade Fire has spread rapidly, covering more than 20,000 acres by Friday morning.; Category: news
Title: 3 Foods You Should Eat at Breakfast If You Want to Lose Belly Fat, According to a Dietitian; Abstract: If you're trying to lose belly fat, you're probably paying more attention to your diet, working to get more exercise, and cutting down on sugar.; Category: health
Title: Trump records 'strongly corroborate' sex assault claims, accuser says; Abstract: President Trump's own records "strongly corroborate" the sexual assault accusations of Summer Zervos and belie the president's denials, a new court filing states; Category: news
Title: DeVos held in contempt for violating judge's order on student loans; Abstract: A federal judge on Thursday held Education Secretary Betsy DeVos in contempt of court and imposed a $100,000 fine for violating an order to stop collecting on the student loans owed by students of a defunct for-profit college.; Category: news
Title: 5 ways to get free access to services like Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Disney Plus, and Apple TV Plus; Abstract: With the streaming market growing increasingly difficult to navigate, telecom and tech companies are offering free streaming to sweeten their deals.; Category: tv
Title: Family of slain ISIS hostage says they secretly met with her captors in Iraq; Abstract: Kayla Mueller, a humanitarian worker from Arizona, was held captive, tortured and killed by ISIS.; Category: news
Title: Rise and Grind: A Hot Dog Success Story; Abstract: What happened when a small wagyu beef retailer got a huge boost from some press coverage.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Walmart Sparks Panic and Confusion in the Dish-Soap Aisle; Abstract: Procter & Gamble didn't make enough dish soap, and Walmart is letting all its customers know about it.; Category: finance
Title: Nunes Aide Is Leaking the Ukraine Whistleblower's Name, Sources Say; Abstract: A top aide to Rep. Devin Nunes has been providing conservative politicians and journalists with information and misinformation about the anonymous whistleblower who triggered the biggest crisis of Donald Trump's presidency, two knowledgeable sources tell The Daily Beast.; Category: news
Title: Mississippi woman found after being missing for days by writing S.O.S. with rocks; Abstract: "S.O.S" spelled out with rocks saved a woman missing in a national park for days, according to a release from the National Park Service.; Category: news
Title: Humana will lay off more than 800 employees in Kentucky and several states; Abstract: Humana is making additional job cuts in its workforce as it heads toward the year's end. It's not revealed what departments will be hit hardest.; Category: finance
Title: Airline Passenger Faked Pregnancy by Stuffing Items Under Dress to Avoid Baggage Fee; Abstract: Woman Caught Faking Pregnancy to Avoid Baggage Fee; Category: travel
Title: TV shows we're most excited about for the rest of the year; Abstract: From HBO originals like "His Dark Materials" to the new season of Netflix's "The Crown," here are some of the shows we can't wait to watch.; Category: tv
Title: 52 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes, Because You Deserve to Be Stress-Free; Abstract: Whether you're cooking the whole feast yourself or bringing a dish to someone else's home, you shouldn't have to break a sweat.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: All of Heidi Klum's Halloween Costumes Over the Years; Abstract: Bow down to the Queen of Halloween.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 11 Quick & Easy Keto Cookie Recipes; Abstract: From fat bombs to flavor bombs, and everything in between, these are the easiest yet yummiest keto cookie recipes we've ever tried.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 70 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes You'll Love; Abstract: These easy-to-prepare Thanksgiving dishes feature simple ingredients and plenty of quick tricks to help you pull off the meal of the year.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: The Surprising Ingredient Southerners Put on a Peanut Butter Sandwich; Abstract: Move over, jelly. There's a new sandwich spread in town. The post The Surprising Ingredient Southerners Put on a Peanut Butter Sandwich appeared first on Taste of Home.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 65 Best Fall Soups That Will Warm You and Your Family Up All Season Long; Abstract: These hearty bowls are the perfect companion for a rainy fall night.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Meg Ryan Steps Out Sans Engagement Ring Amid Report She and John Mellencamp Split; Abstract: Meg Ryan and John Mellencamp have reportedly called it quits.; Category: movies
Title: 9 Gluten-Free Breakfast Bars to Keep You Satisfied Until Lunch; Abstract: Breakfast bars that are easy to make, keep you full until lunch and naturally gluten-free? Sign us up! The post 9 Gluten-Free Breakfast Bars to Keep You Satisfied Until Lunch appeared first on Taste of Home.; Category: foodanddrink
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: 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: Exactly Why You Keep Waking up in the Middle of the Night, According to Doctors; Abstract: Plus, expert solutions to help you get some much-needed sleep.; Category: health
Title: Explosive new wildfire drives thousands from homes near Los Angeles; Abstract: The Maria fire ignited in Ventura County early Thursday night and raced westward, consuming 4,000 acres in just three hours.; Category: weather
Title: TV Hosts Celebrate Halloween 2019 With Spooktacular Costumes; Abstract: ; Category: tv
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: 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: The Secret to Sticking with Keto; Abstract: Is it possible to take a cheat day while on the keto diet? We asked the experts if this was possible, and if you would fall out of ketosis from one meal.; Category: health
Title: Obscure Model Puts a Price on Good Health -- and Drives Down Drug Costs; Abstract: The concept, called QALY, places a dollar value on the health that medicines can restore. The calculations are starting to influence decision making.; Category: finance
Title: Fashion hits and misses from the 2019 Hollywood Film Awards; Abstract: Check out the best and worst fashion of the 2019 Hollywood Film Awards; Category: movies
Title: Couple Cancels Wedding, Keeps $30K as "Donation" for Honeymoon Instead; Abstract: In a viral Facebook post, a couple announces they're canceling their wedding, but keeping the $30,000 in gifts for a honeymoon instead.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Things you didn't know you could make with canned pumpkin; Abstract: Pumpkin puree is a versatile ingredient that can be used to make so much more than pumpkin pie from oatmeal, stews and cookies to cocktails and more.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: How to Avoid Airbnb Scams and Find Legit Vacation Rentals Online; Abstract: Worried about getting scammed on your next vacation rental? Follow these tips to avoid the hassle and arrive with peace of mind.; Category: travel
Title: Dubrovnik Has So Many Tourists It May Ban New Restaurants for Five Years; Abstract: The Croatian city featured on Game of Thrones is getting more visitors than it can handle.; Category: travel
Title: Holocaust survivor under guard amid death threats; Abstract: Liliana Segre, 89, is assigned two police officers in Italy after hundreds of anti-Semitic messages.; Category: news
Title: Airline Struggles to Explain Why Plane's Cracked Window Was Fixed With Tape; Abstract: SpiceJet, a domestic airline in India, is apologizing to customers this morning after a passenger snapped and tweeted a photo of a cracked window seemingly fixed with clear tape.; Category: travel
Title: Internal NOAA emails detail blowback to Trump hurricane claims: 'This has really gotten out of hand'; Abstract: "These are getting very personal," a top NOAA official said of an angry email he received.; 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: Mystery surrounds the last person missing from Camp Fire that left 85 dead in California; Abstract: Sara Martinez-Fabila is the last person still considered missing from the Camp Fire that killed 85 people and nearly destroyed a town in California.; Category: news
Title: The 50 Best Shows on TV, From Star Trek: Discovery to Schitt's Creek; Abstract: 'Game of Thrones' has ended find out what else is worth a watch; Category: tv
Title: Watch: 'The View' Versus Donald Trump Jr.: Loud, Low Blows, Politics, Scandals And Great TV; Abstract: Updated throughout, videos added Whoopi Goldberg wouldn't say his name, Sunny Hostin said he was lying, Abby Huntsman accused him of using "dictator" tactics. And Donald Trump Jr. gave it back, accusing Joy Behar of once wearing blackface and resurrected Goldberg's defense of Roman Polanski as not committing "rape rape," all in a; Category: tv
Title: Iowan convicted of murder claims his life-sentence was served once he died, was revived in medical emergency. The court disagrees.; Abstract: An Iowa convicted of murder was rushed from prison to the hospital where his heart was restarted five times. Now he claims he should be freed; Category: news
Title: Trailer - Jumanji: The Next Level; Abstract: Trailer 3; Category: movies
Title: The keto diet is hard work but this hack makes it so much easier; Abstract: Let's face it: Healthy, keto-friendly meals require some form of food prep.; Category: health
Title: 35 Slow Cooker Lunch Recipes We Love; Abstract: Ditch the soggy turkey sandwiches and blah salads. It's time to make your coworkers jealous with these tasty slow cooker lunch recipes! The post 35 Slow Cooker Lunch Recipes We Love appeared first on Taste of Home.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Vaping Illnesses Are Linked to Vitamin E Acetate, C.D.C. Says; Abstract: A form of vitamin E has been identified as a "very strong culprit" in lung injuries related to vaping THC, health officials reported on Friday, a major advance in a frightening outbreak that has killed 40 people and sickened 2,051.; Category: news
Title: Trailer - Jumanji: The Next Level; Abstract: Trailer 3; Category: movies
Title: The 25 most iconic film quotes; Abstract: The most iconic quotes are the ones that are so famous that you can't even use those words in casual conversation without reminding the average person of the movie.; Category: movies
Title: I Was A Psychic Phone Line Operator. Here's What Really Happened Behind The Scenes.; Abstract: A phone psychic reveals the behind-the-scenes of the job.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 3 students allegedly plotted to attack their middle school: Officials; Abstract: The students, all of whom are under 16 years old, are charged with conspiracy.; Category: news
Title: Bannon says Stone was Trump campaign link to WikiLeaks; Abstract: WASHINGTON (AP) Donald Trump's campaign viewed Roger Stone as an "access point" to WikiLeaks and tried to use him to get advanced word about hacked emails damaging to Hillary Clinton, a former top presidential adviser testified Friday. In reluctant testimony, former campaign CEO Steve Bannon told a federal court that Stone, on trial for lying to Congress and witness tampering, had boasted about his ties to WikiLeaks and its founder Julian...; Category: news
Title: 'At 237 Lbs., I Was Embarrassed To Go To The Gym. So I Did An At-Home BeachBody Program And Lost 117 Lbs.'; Abstract: "I wanted to be me again."; Category: health
Title: Kanye West Gets Ridiculed for Serving Sad, Soggy Pancakes at Expensive "Brunchella"; Abstract: On November 1, some who attended "Brunchella," a Kanye West performance in Louisiana, paid $55 for a brunch add-on and they were not happy with the results.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Celebrities who changed their names; Abstract: What's in a name? For a celebrity, a lot. Name recognition is vital. And yet that hasn't stopped some celebrities from changing their names.; Category: entertainment
Title: Trailer - The King's Man; Abstract: Trailer 2; Category: movies
Title: Brian Tarantina, 'Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' and 'Gilmore Girls' Actor, Dies at 60; Abstract: Brian Tarantina, an actor who was known for his roles on "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and "Gilmore Girls," was found dead on Saturday morning. He was 60. Tarantina was found in his New York City apartment by the NYPD, a police spokesperson confirms to TheWrap. The cause of death is unknown. "On Saturday, November 2, 2019 at approximately 0040 hours, police responded to a 911 call of an unconscious male inside of 353 West 51 Street, apartment 11,...; Category: movies
Title: Mark Ruffalo Wants to Set Up Jennifer Aniston on a Date; Abstract: Mark Ruffalo Wants to Set Up Jennifer Aniston on a Date; Category: movies | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AGPTEK 12 PCS Waterproof Tea Lights, Battery Operated Flameless Floating Candles for Wedding Party Decoration - Warm White; Brand: AGPTEK; Review: I haven't used them totally yet howeve I did test a few for a couple minutes and I was very pleased with the quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bluedot Trading Submersible Tea Lights, Pink, 12-Pack; Brand: Bluedot Trading; Review: Good quality but the color look more florescent purple than pictured which is Hot Pink.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AGPTEK 24x LED Submersible Waterproof Wedding/Party/Floral Decoration Tea Vase Battery light RGB color change white; Brand: AGPTEK; Review: Work well for the design.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Koyal Wholesale Sequin Table Runner, 13 by 108-Inch, Brown; Brand: Koyal Wholesale; Review: Great Quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ling's moment Extra Large (7" Tall 30" Wide 3/4" Thick) Rustic Natural Wooden Mr; Brand: Ling's moment; Review: Perfect Size for a Large Wedding Headtable. Great Quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Last of the Mohicans, The (1992); Genres: Action, Romance, War, Western; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The (2002); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Alien³ (a.k.a. Alien 3) (1992); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Bowfinger (1999); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: X-Files: Fight the Future, The (1998); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection (1997); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Genres: Action, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dark City (1998); Genres: Adventure, Film-Noir, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Space Jam (1996); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crocodile Dundee (1986); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Hunt for Red October, The (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (Lola rennt) (1998); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fish Called Wanda, A (1988); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Hot Shots! Part Deux (1993); Genres: Action, Comedy, War; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Last Action Hero (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coneheads (1993); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Rock, The (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mask, The (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crow, The (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Zoolander (2001); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fast and the Furious, The (2001); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wedding Planner, The (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Me, Myself & Irene (2000); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Road Trip (2000); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Cell, The (2000); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm X (1992); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Nutty Professor, The (1963); Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings, The (1978); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Seven Years in Tibet (1997); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jean de Florette (1986); Genres: Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Frighteners, The (1996); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Escape from L.A. (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: In the Name of the Father (1993); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Italian Job, The (1969); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (Fast and the Furious 2, The) (2003); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Gorillas in the Mist (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mannequin (1987); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: For a Few Dollars More (Per qualche dollaro in più) (1965); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, Western; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Glimmer Man, The (1996); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (1978); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Jesus Christ Superstar (1973); Genres: Drama, Musical; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Buffalo Soldiers (2001); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fifth Element, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gods Must Be Crazy, The (1980); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mothman Prophecies, The (2002); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: In the Mouth of Madness (1995); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mummy Returns, The (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Scarface (1983); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Thin Red Line, The (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Triplets of Belleville, The (Les triplettes de Belleville) (2003); Genres: Animation, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bulletproof Monk (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Eddie Murphy Raw (1987); Genres: Comedy, Documentary; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Papillon (1973); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Motorcycle Diaries, The (Diarios de motocicleta) (2004); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (2001); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Lebowski, The (1998); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Mind, A (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Genres: Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The (1988); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park III (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mighty Ducks, The (1992); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Akira (1988); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jaws: The Revenge (1987); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Orgazmo (1997); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ninja Scroll (Jûbei ninpûchô) (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Taxi (1998); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Baraka (1992); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Delicatessen (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Femme Nikita, La (Nikita) (1990); Genres: Action, Crime, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Passion of the Christ, The (2004); Genres: Drama; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Boys, Les (1997); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Firm, The (1993); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Ring, The (2002); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Woodstock (1970); Genres: Documentary, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (Wo hu cang long) (2000); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Lover Reborn (Black Dagger Brotherhood); Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: Lover Reborn is amazing! J.R. Ward does not disappoint! Tohrment's story is heartbreaking as he is trying to get on with his life, but it is also warm, funny, and incredibly sexy. Tohrment is an extremely likable character and the reader will love him by the end of this novel. The sub plots are also quite enjoyable to read. The story never feels like it is all over the place and scattered. All the plots seem to blend together beautifully. I have been in love with the Brothers for quite some time. The more J.R. writes about them, the more I love them. If you can't tell by now, I highly recommend Lover Reborn.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lover At Last: A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood; Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: FANTASTIC!! Such an emotional ride this novel is. I laughed, cried, felt broken hearted, and extremely happy. Qhuinn and Blay have been two of my favorite characters since they were introduced many novels ago. I will even go as far as saying that I have had a crush on Qhuinn since his transition. Over the course of the series I have fallen madly in love with the two of them. It is a fast and easy read. The novel is so enjoyable. I never wanted to put it down. J.R. Ward did an excellent job with this one. If you like or love Qhuinn and Blay you will LOVE this book. I also loved the sub plots in the book. Assail and Sola are awesome. As is Xcor and his BoB. Assail is awesome! I cannot wait until the next book so his and Sola's story can continue. He is an extremely well written character. There is something about Xcor that I love. I know I should despise him, but I cannot. His infatuation with Layla shows that he can be quite the gentleman. And how he acts when he is around her is beautiful. I can go on about this novel for days. I truly loved it. One of the best in the series. I cannot wait until the next installment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Stranger; Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: AMAZING!!!!! One of my favorite books! Max Stella is funny, smart, gorgeous, sexy and so much more. Sarah is extremely likable. I absolutely love this book! I can't say enough good things about it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The King: A Novel of the Black Dagger Brotherhood; Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: Just wonderful. Love Wrath and Beth. JR truly makes the characters come to life and jump right from the pages.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wallbanger (The Cocktail Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Alice Clayton Page; Review: Amazing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Rowdy Thing (Wild Seasons); Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: Extremely well written. Love Christina Lauren. Finn and Harlow are great! They are both gorgeous and sexy. Both know what they want out of life and grab the bull by the horns to get it. What I truly love about CL is that they ALWAYS make their lead female characters strong, confident women. And their leading men are always hard working and well established. I would read anything these two put to paper.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Effortless; Author: Visit Amazon's S.C. Stephens Page; Review: Just beautiful. Kellan can do no wrong. Love to see Kiera grow up a bit more in this book. As her confidence grows, so does she.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Beloved (Serie Beautiful en francais) (French Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: Christina Lauren did it again. Pure perfection. Max and Sara are simply amazing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thoughtful (A Thoughtless Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's S. C. Stephens Page; Review: Perfect! Perfect! Perfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Babysitting The Baumgartners; Author: Visit Amazon's Selena Kitt Page; Review: Amazing! Hot! Sexy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Secret (The Beautiful Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: The duo of Christina Lauren have done it again. As God as my witness, the Stella brothers will be the death of me. Written amazingly well. Once again, you'd never know there are 2 different authors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as Told by Christian (Fifty Shades of Grey Series); Author: Visit Amazon's E L James Page; Review: Loved reading from his perspective. Adore him even more. The end, after Ana leaves is by far the best part of the book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forbidden Surrender; Author: Visit Amazon's Priscilla West Page; Review: Excellent. Wonderful writing. Funny. Love Vincent and Kristin.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Screwdrivered (The Cocktail Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Alice Clayton Page; Review: I can relate to the main character so well. I Love it! One of the best books I've ever read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Wild Night (Wild Seasons); Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: Christina Lauren's writing is as perfect as ever. I truly enjoyed this book. This is my favorite out of the Wild Seaons novels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Kiss: Black Dagger Legacy; Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: I love J.R. & I love this novel. I have been looking forward to reading this since it was announced. And even more so when I met Paradise in The Shadows. I absolutely adore her. The only complaint I have with this book is the same as I have with all of J.R.'s novels. Enough with the abbreviations. I shouldn't have to constantly Google abbreviations when I'm reading a book. If a character says, For f@&k sakes, then write it. Don't write FFS. It is just something that irks me horribly. Other than that, if you are a fan of J.R. & the brotherhood, you will LOVE this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nuts (The Hudson Valley Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Alice Clayton Page; Review: I'd really say more like 3 1/2 stars. This novel started off incredibly as far as I'm concerned. It took me over a month to read. Some chapters I had to force myself to get through. Normally I cannot put her books down. I was slightly disappointed in this one. However, a little over halfway through I found it sped up and held my interest. The 2 main characters are funny, cute and have great chemistry, but I found that I liked her minor characters more than I did the 2 main. It saddened me that I didn't love them the way I have loved every single character from ALL of her other novels.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The English Brothers Boxed Set, Books #1-4: The Blueberry Lane Series; Author: Visit Amazon's Katy Regnery Page; Review: Perfect! Perfect! Perfect! I adore Barrett. Fitz is incredible. Alex is delicious. And Stratton is beyond amazing. He is definitely one of my favorite book boyfriends.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stone Guardian (Entwined Realms) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Danielle Monsch Page; Review: I truly enjoyed this. Terak is wonderful. And Larissa is fantastic. Their chemistry is undeniable. I loved watching them grow as individuals, as friends and lovers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Beast (Black Dagger Brotherhood Series); Author: Visit Amazon's J R Ward Page; Review: The only reason I cannot give this 5 stars is because it took forever to pick up. I found the beginning quite slow moving. I had to force myself to push through the first quarter of the book. However, once it did start moving it was fantastic. Rhage is my all time favorite character and he didn't disappoint.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Red Mohawk; Author: Visit Amazon's Anonymous Page; Review: Loved it. Loved the twist in the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful (The Beautiful Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Christina Lauren Page; Review: I loved every single page; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Bigelow Constant Comment Tea 20-Count Boxes (Pack of 6) Caffeinated Individual Black Tea Bags, for Hot Tea or Iced; Brand: Bigelow Tea; Review: My favorite; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mexican Vanilla Dark Cold Pressed 1 Liter / 33.8 Oz; Brand: Global Goods; Review: Great vanilla!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spice Drops Candy old fashioned gum drops jelly candy, 1.5 pounds bag; Brand: SweetGourmet; Review: Spice drops are really good!~~; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orrington Farms Beef Flavored Soup Base 56 Servings (2 Pack); Brand: Orrington Farms; Review: Makes great stock for gravy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Wages Bread n Butter Pickle Mix, 5.30-Ounce Packets, (Pack of 6); Brand: Mrs. Wages; Review: excellent product! Kosher dill mix has been changed and no longer meets my taste!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annie's Gluten Free Rice Pasta & Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, 12 Boxes, 6oz (Pack of 12); Brand: Annie's Homegrown; Review: good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annie's Macaroni and Cheese, Shells & White Cheddar Mac and Cheese, 6 oz Box (Pack of 12); Brand: Annie's Homegrown; Review: good stuff; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nestle Chocolate Semi-Sweet Morsels - 72 oz. bag; Brand: Nestle; Review: Taste good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Grand Oasis Cancun; City: Cancun Yucatan Peninsula; Review: It's been a while since our trip. We stayed at the Oasis Cancun July 1-6 2012. My wife & I had never been to Cancun before. We got married in Jamaica in 2006, stayed at a 5 star adults only resort, so our only comparison was that. This is a 3-4 star resort, plenty of amenities to accomodate most. We went with another couple and their daughter(18) & her friend for their grad. trip. We had a blast really. I read many reviews and was very concerned. Most said it was "horrible" and "don't go there" . Keep in mind, everyone has an opinion. I went with an open mind and average expectations, Our inital reservation was at the Oasis Palm. After reading several reviews I called our agent to switch resorts. Wise decision. The Oasis Cancun is definitely a party resort if you want to join in . The Grand Oasis is on the same property and is more upscale. The property is absolutely gorgeous!!! The workers were always smiling and very polite. I would suggest tipping on a regular basis, it will definitely help with service. The pool bars will be a bit trying to get a drink. I would suggest sending the women to get them, they get served faster!! (go figure!) party side of the pool is sort of dirty, to be expected. Lots of drunk younger crowd (20s - 30s) college type, also to be expected. On the far side of the resort is the other half of the expansive pool area. This side is quieter and more relaxing, still has a swim up bar along with some impromptu skit entertainment, very amusing! Beach is AWESOME!! Large beach area with ample chairs and beds. Sure there is "boom boom" music playing all day, YOUR AT A BEACH RESORT!! still its tolerable, just have fun. Highly recommend a sunrise walk, we encountered a sea turtle after laying her eggs headed back out to sea, made the entire trip even better. Room; our room was a garden view, top floor. LARGE room, ac worked great, water in bathroom took a bit to get hot, but was solved with a phone call. Food; My freind & I enjoyed the food, the wives and the kids, not so much. I thought it was to be expected, the buffet was the best, plenty of choices, although redundant, still enough for anyone. The italian joint was pretty good also. Tried the mexican "gourmet" place first day for lunch, it leaves a bit to be desired. Several restaurants are reserved for those with black bands staying at the Grand, no biggie. still enough to satisfy. All in all very happy with the trip, definitely recommend trip to Isla Mujeres. Careful on the ferry ride, be sure to take the ultramar. Don't be herded by the people when you get off the bus. We did and we broke down in the water about a mile from shore!!! Took over an hour and a half to make the trip there!!! Beautiful place, we paid $35 for; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ponce De Leon Hotel; City: St Petersburg Florida; Review: Nice place, very small, not for a long stay. We were here for 4 days. It would be a nice weekender. Close to marina, several dining & drinking establishment choices nearby, within walking distance. Very nostalgic. Restaurant located within/ attached to hotel is very good. Can be an expensive area. Nice park nearby. Parking is scarce, there is a parking garage caddy cornered from hotel, get the multi day pass, it's worth it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana; City: Punta Cana La Altagracia Province Dominican Republic; Review: First of all I need to say this 7day trip was won on a local radio station in St. Louis. My wife and I and our 24 yr old son went. It is a very nice place, the staff, resort and restaurants are all nice. The resort is within a larger complex of about 4-5 Riu resorts. Riu Bambu, Palace, naiboa,bavaro and Macao, the last being an adults only. Palace and Bambu both have swim up bars, unable to enjoy the Macao as it was not included with our arm band. The pool area has plenty of loungers and towel svc, probably want to get up early if you want one with an umbrella or one near pool .The beach area is very expansive and spans the entire length of the property, plenty of loungers and trees for shade. The water could've been a bit clearer, but there was a TON of sea grass being wash up on shore. The beach staff worked tirelessly to remove and clean the beach, but they didn't get caught up until the 6th day of our trip. There is a nice lighted path that can be walked on clear to the opposite end of the resort, where a night club is positioned near a shopping area. Being that it is a family resort there were a considerable amount of younger kids in and around the pool, some would play , squirting one another and throwing balls and such in the swim up bar area, (very annoying). So if your looking for a mainly kid free place this would not be it. Although most seem to be having a good time. We have been to cancun several times and also to St Thomas USVI and the water here simply could not compare. They do offer scuba diving which was very enjoyable. Pool entertainment was fun as well, aerobics and karaoke and other (slightly inappropriate for the younger ones) booty shaking contests and limbo contests, very fun though. The dining options are slightly limited. The buffet was plentiful with choices. Dining indoors can be hot and stuffy, suggest outdoor dining area. The courtyard was a gathering place in the evenings prior to the nightly entertainment in the open air theater. Rooms are just rooms, I read a lot of reviews that harp on room condition and such. Our rooms were nice, nothing over the top or below expectations, if you want to stay inside why would you go to a resort? The bathrooms are nicely appointed as well as the rooms, for sleeping and showering and privacy. A/c worked well in our room, it's a bit of a walk if you are in a room on the far end near the lobby. Nice mini bar in room, stocked fridge every day, room service is also available. Maid service was good too. I can't say that I was overly impressed with the D.R. Didn't venture off of resort, but only saying this due to dirty beach near the surf and not so pretty water. Not the resort's fault though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dreams Tulum Resort Spa; City: Tulum Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Visited July 17-20, wonderful resort, "welcome home" & champagne as you arrive and get off shuttle , of which is about 90 minutes from airport, not a bad drive though. We landed about 9 am and were on beach by noon. Rooms took a while to get ready, was told 2 then 3 then 3:30, slightly aggravating. Food was outstanding, we were not able to try all restaurants , ate at Italian & buffet. The service is top notch. Nightly entertainment was very good, especially the aquatic show!! The cabanas near the pool are available to rent for $50 for an entire day. The day we did was the same day as the aquatic show . For dinner you could secure a front row seat, in the cabana with a sushi, steak and lobster dinner, for a fee. The fee would include the purchase of a bottle(s) of wine or tequila. Fee was $120, included 3 bottles of top shelf tequila & the dinner, it was a bargain! The dinner was phenomenal! Best steak I've had in some time. The beach: nice beach plenty of shade and chairs, suggest an early riser secure with towels though. Water is rocky, bring your shoes, although they have cleared an area for swimming/ bathing. Beach and pool service were great, ( thanks Daniel!) Pools: 2 pools, 1 swim up bar. Being a family resort there was the factor of children congregating around bar playing and such, very annoying. Overall enjoyed our stay & would recommend a stay. Thanks to all the staff at the resort.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harrah s Joliet; City: Joliet Illinois; Review: Stayed April 8-9. Just overnight , room was listed as "luxury" yeah, not so much , nothing overly luxurious about the room, pretty run of the mill. Stayed in room 310, no view. Beds were very comfy. Water was hot in shower. Bathroom could use an exhaust fan though. Walking distance to several eating and drinking establishments. Buffet, didn't appear to be worth the $ with so many other choices nearby. I recommend Juliets and for beers, Judges bar. Will probably stay again anyhow. Close to train also. Pic is "view"from room.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Springfield; City: Springfield Missouri; Review: Nice place, bed is VERY COMFY. Needs USB ports in room to allow charging of multiple devices. Hampton inn had several , I believe is same chain/ company. Would expect this in a Hilton garden before a lower tier facility.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royale Parc Suites; City: Kissimmee Florida; Review: Stayed Thursday Jan11 through Sunday Jan 14. 5 adults, enjoyed stay, highlight of weekend was the pool bar and the 3 young men that were entertaining with live music , acoustic style. They call themselves the Royal Reflections. Very talented young men. The bartender on Saturday night was Jackie, she kept us from being thirsty despite the cool weather ( was around 40-50 deg). Rooms were adequate, slept all 5 of us very well. Had a 2 bedroom suite with kitchenette. 7-11 is next to the hotel so supplies are convenient. Suggest buying food and cooking your own, could save $$. Facility does show some wear and tear. Not marking down for that so much, it’s an affordable place to lay your head and shower. No bugs evident, would stay again. Food is good as well. Try the Philly cheese steak . Son got pretty sick last night there. Either touch of food born or alcohol born sickness! He survived just fine. All guests are most over 21; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: BUILT NY Neoprene Wine/Water Bottle Tote, Black; Brand: BUILT; Review: I like the product material. My only complaint would be that it is too small. I can only fit two small containers in it. It would be beneficial if it were a bit larger.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Microwave Spatter Screen, Red Beads; Brand: Smartwares; Review: Wonderful! I love this! It really does keep the microwave clean and it cleans so easily. Just rinse and hang on a clip on the frig.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Henckels Twin Pro S 6-Inch High-Carbon Stainless-Steel Chef's Wide Knife; Brand: ZWILLING J.A. Henckels; Review: I bought these pans after using a lot of inferior ones. These clean very easily and are holding up great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calphalon (BW2018P) Classic Bakeware Special Value 12-by-17-Inch Rectangular Nonstick Jelly Roll Pans, Set of 2; Brand: Calphalon; Review: I took a chance on buying these and am happy I did. They are very nice. I have some calphalon pots and pans and don't like them at all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Libbey Coca-Cola 14-Ounce Mugs, Georgia Green, Set of 4; Brand: Libbey; Review: These glasses are the bomb! We get so many compliments on them. They are so strong I just love them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kinetic Glasslock Series 37-Ounce Rectangular Glass Food Storage Container With Locking Lid 01311; Brand: Kinetic; Review: I threw away all my plastic containers. These are safer and I love how strong they are.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prepworks by Progressive Collapsible Funnel, Teal- 4 Inch; Brand: Progressive; Review: This is the cuttest little funnel I have ever seen. It is stong and I love the collapsible feature. It fits in my drawer much better then the traditional type.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LinenTablecloth 90 x 132-Inch Rectangular Polyester Tablecloth Ivory; Brand: LinenTablecloth; Review: These tablecloths are beautiful! they served as the nicest tablecloths for me daughter's baby shower and when I was done with them I didn't want to see them go to waste so came up with a bizarre use for them. We were given a sleep number bed minus the bag, if you will, that the mattresses come in. I sewed 3 of these tablecloths together to make the perfect {bag} for the mattresses! It has been working superbly for 10 months now! Who would have thought they would have a dual purpose like that!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hamilton Beach 76375 Sure Cut Extra-Tall Can Opener, White; Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: The best can opener hands down! I love that the blade comes off to clean it! So easy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kinetic GoGREEN Glassworks Series 6 Piece Rectangular Oven Safe Glass Food Storage Container Set 30-Ounce Each; Brand: Kinetic; Review: I have soo many of these and love them to pieces! They keep food fresh for a long time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JS Sanders Affordable Microfiber 4 PC Bed Sheet Set - Twin Size, Burgundy; Brand: Sanders Collection Inc; Review: The sheets are a bit thin but not horrible.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Progressive International 2-Inch Collapsible Mini Funnel, Green; Brand: Progressive International; Review: Love this funnel and use it a lot!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dozen Cardboard Baby Girl Shower Cupcake Boxes; Brand: FE; Review: These are very cute and sturdy boxes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Dream USA Men's Casual 3/4 Sleeve Baseball Tshirt Raglan Jersey Shirt; Brand: DREAM USA; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paul Jones Men's Long Sleeves Button Down Dress Shirts; Brand: Paul Jones Mens Shirts; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEARKIN Beloved Men Henley Neck Long Sleeve Daily Look Linen Shirts; Brand: NEARKIN; Review: Ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruno Marc Men's Leather Lined Square Toe Dress Loafers Shoes; Brand: BRUNO MARC NEW YORK; Review: Ok; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Hilfiger Men's Classic Soft Shell Jacket; Brand: ; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Motel 6 Holbrook; City: Holbrook Arizona; Review: When you think of Motel 6 you think of ran down, beat up motel. But this one is so got it together. It is simple, not over done, great place to stay as you're traveling. Linoleum floors, easy to clean, bed was comfortable, flat screen TV, clean shower...perfect! Hotel staff was awesome!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites Denver North Westminster; City: Westminster Colorado; Review: Last minute vacation plans. ..needed a place to stay. For the price this place is amazing, I honestly usually look for the super 8, days Inn style hotels, but my mind has changed. The room was luxurious, spacious, and clean. Oh, the staff, polite helpful and check in time was 4pm. I arrived at 1 pm and they managed to accommodate me. I can't wait to come back at thanksgiving to stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites Denver North Westminster; City: Westminster Colorado; Review: This is the second time that I have stayed here, this place is so comfortable and the employees are polite and efficient. I enjoyed the comfortable bed and the free breakfast was actually pretty good with many choices. Definitely my favorite place to stay when I go to Denver.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motel 6 Green River; City: Green River Utah; Review: It's Motel 6, great price for just a shower and a place to crash before I crashed on road.... room was average, nothing special, but nothing wrong. Can't really complain. Doesn't have room service, no candy on the pillow, no spa treatments, but no bugs, and it was clean.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites Lakewood Denver; City: Lakewood Colorado; Review: I was impressed by the customer service from the moment I checked in, the room was more than I expected and was well worth it. Rooms were quiet, didn't really hear anyone in hallway or in room next door...helped with sleeping. Would recommend this hotel to family and friends.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Roof Inn Gallup; City: Gallup New Mexico; Review: Had to stop and get some sleep, I needed a shower, but that wasn't going to happen, the shower was dingy, and couldn't bring myself to use it. Overall it was better inside than from outside, but the fact that the door locks had been repositioned multiple times, didn't make me feel all to secure.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monument Inn Suites; City: Gering Nebraska; Review: Was in town to see some friends, reserved the room with the orthopedic bed (maybe it's called something else, orthopedic doesn't sound right) anyway, it was amazing, the hotel is quiet, was able to sleep like a baby! It was equipped with a small fridge and microwave, however, didn't use them. Kinda tossed opinion on the body soap dispenser in shower, good idea, but while trying to dispense it the shower washes it out of your hand....lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Snuff (Discworld, #39; City Watch #8); Author: Terry Pratchett; Genres: young-adult, thriller, comics, crime, paranormal, graphic, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: One of the better Discworld offerings, with lashings of Vimes, who is one of my favourite Pratchett characters. It is one of the preachier (and darker) books in the series, along similar lines to Feet of Clay, with a lot of expostulation and long speeches about the nature of humanity and justice. But I might have only picked up on that because I read it in one sitting...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kushiel's Dart (Phèdre's Trilogy, #1); Author: Jacqueline Carey; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Fabulous book - can't believe it took me so long to try this series! plenty of intrigue, politics, alternate history and sex, peopled with a cast of disparate, flawed, complicated characters. The protagonist is unlike any other I've read, somehow the strongest person in her world whilst also being extremely vulnerable to misuse, which is perhaps her greatest strength. The world that Carey has created is fascinating, ostensibly set in medieval Europe but one which has split off down a different trouser-leg of possibility, where Christianity and it's indelible mark on the world has taken a completely different shape. But you really don't have to be a history nerd to love this book, just a lover of great and epic stories. I devoured all 3 of the first trilogy of this series in the space of a couple of weeks, am now taking a bit of a breather before moving on to the next trilogy. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Vol. 1; Author: Alan Moore; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, comics, crime, paranormal, graphic, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Do not judge this book by the travesty that is the film. The resemblance is minimal. All I can say is that Alan Moore's mind must be a wonderful and terrible thing, to have produced this. Every page holds new delights and horrors. If you've never read a graphic novel before and maybe you think they are for adolescent boys only, start here. If this doesn't change your mind, I'm not sure what will...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Iron Duke (Iron Seas, #1); Author: Meljean Brook; Genres: history, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: excellent steampunk romance. terrible cover art, although uk pbk cover is slightly better. great story, engrossing worldbuilding, healthy dose of smut. a perfect trashy read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Devil Said Bang (Sandman Slim, #4); Author: Richard Kadrey; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: A gloriously trashy mix of mythology, theology, guns, motorbikes and lots and lots of blood. Don't expect high literature and don't bother if you haven't read any of the previous books in the series. Sometimes you want a steak, and sometimes you just want a hot and greasy burger that's really, really bad for you. This book is a quarter pounder with cheese. Note: if you read the Kindle version when it first came out and got a bit confused when Stark seemed to leap from one situation to another and started to refer to characters and events you didn't remember, that's because the original release was glitchy and missing the middle third. Contact Amazon and they'll sort it out for you.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Devil in the Dollhouse (Sandman Slim, #3.5); Author: Richard Kadrey; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Meh. A bit pointless, tbh. Unless it all becomes relevant later in the series, seemed to me to be just a cynical attempt to bilk a bit of extra cash out of the punters. Don't bother unless you are a seriously obsessed completist type.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tears of Pearl (Lady Emily, #4); Author: Tasha Alexander; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: good mystery, nice details of the last years of the Ottoman Empire. If you're still interested in this historical time and place I would recommend the Jason Goodwin series about Yashim the Eunuch.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Eyre Affair (Thursday Next, #1); Author: Jasper Fforde; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Amazing book. Truly original in concept and extremely funny. Author is pretty fine too...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Crossroad (Midnight, Texas, #1); Author: Charlaine Harris; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I really liked it. A step away the romance and supernatural with crime fiction garnish that the Stackhouse series had become and back to the solid whodunnit structure of her earlier work. much more in tune with the Teagarden/Shakespeare/Grave books and all the better for it. I also found the multiple POV approach worked well and I really enjoyed all the little Easter Egg callbacks to characters and events from other series. Already looking forward to the next one.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Do You Want to Start a Scandal (Spindle Cove, #5); Author: Tessa Dare; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Frothy fun Nice to see Piers and Charlotte get a story, and to get a glimpse of some of the stars of previous Castles Ever After and Spindle Cove stories. The central mystery turned out to be a bit flimsy in the end, so don't expect too much from that, but overall it was a solid afternoon's read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fool Me Twice (Rules for the Reckless, #2); Author: Meredith Duran; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Lovely romance with a touch of Victorian Gothic Romance readers with a soft spot for Maxim De Winter or Mr Rochester may enjoy this, as a prim and plain woman with ulterior motives finds herself facing a wounded lion who is drawn to her despite the pit of despair he is wallowing in. Multi-layered characters make for a satisfying read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the Little Liars (Aurora Teagarden, #9); Author: Charlaine Harris; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Readable mystery It was OK. Pretty obvious what had happened. Ending was very rushed, scenes and plot threads left dangling. A couple more pages to tie things up a little more would have sufficed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie (Mackenzies & McBrides, #1); Author: Jennifer Ashley; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Unusual hero, clever, kind heroine, great introduction to series I love that Ian is such a complicated, difficult character, and that Beth is a mature, experienced woman who understands how to reach him, how to help him be happy. The side-plot murder mystery is pretty decent too. Looking forward to spending more time with this family!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Between the Devil and the Duke (Season for Scandal, #3); Author: Kelly Bowen; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: A cracking romance with a touch of mystery and a soupcon of derring-do I love the Season For Scandal world. Bowen has created a set of characters who are serious fun to be around and the chance to slip back into their company is one I always relish. Alex is an honourable rogue and Angelique is brave, resourceful and extremely clever. This really is a superior sort of regency romance, one which does not come along as often as I would like.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A MacKenzie Clan Gathering (MacKenzies & McBrides, #8.5); Author: Jennifer Ashley; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Satisfying short visit with the MacKenzies I do so love Ian, he's my favourite of the whole Clan, so a novella with him at the centre is always welcome. It has mitigated my sadness that this is the last glimpse of this generation of the Mackenzies and McBrides thus far written, although I've got the story of Malcolm and Mary ahead and I live in hope that we'll yet see more interludes, or even the stories of Jamie, Cat, Andrew, Alec or one of the other offspring. This will take us into the 20th century, but maybe, just maybe, Ms Ashley will one day see fit to return to this fascinating and loveable brood.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ashwin (Gideon's Riders, #1); Author: Kit Rocha; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Finally, Ashwin and Kora! Have been waiting ages for these two to get their story, and I wasn't disappointed. Sector One is certainly very different from Four, but the same sense of family is there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Edge of Power (The Edge, #4); Author: Megan Crane; Genres: romance; Review: End of an era, beginning of another? Wulf & Kathlyn's tale brings all sorts of plot threads together, and dangles new ones, in a satisfying and tantalising way. What next for Biyu? Or Indy? What's gonna happen next in this strangely familiar dystopia? I for one can't wait to find out. Plus, there's all the rumpy-pumpy and stabbing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Mystery at Carlton House (Captain Lacey Regency Mysteries, #12); Author: Ashley Gardner; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, mystery; Review: A new daughter and mysterious thefts to solve! Another highly satisfying adventure for Captain Lacey et al. The descriptions of Carlton House, the domestic doings of our hero and his friends, some dastardly villains and intriguing rogues, and insight into the twilight world of the black market of Regency London all combine to create a very absorbing tale.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beauty in Winter (Beauty, #4); Author: Alexa Riley; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Good, but not long enough. Enjoyed it. a lot shorter than the previous entries in this Beauty collection, which are novellas, whereas this is a short story. would've liked a bit more. If I didn't get it through Unlimited I'd've felt a little cheated.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Creeg (The Tellox, #1); Author: Kelly Lucille; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Poorly written, a shame As alien abduction erotica goes, it's a mildly intriguing world the author has created, but not original or gripping enough to make me overlook how badly constructed the writing is. Even being included in KU would not make me want to read another story by this writer.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Alabaster Hip (The Regency Romp Trilogy, #3); Author: Maggie Fenton; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Funny, sweet and honest I love Maggie Fenton's books, the characters are always interesting and complicated and the stories she tells are a bit different from the usual Regency fare. Looking forward to Betsy and Lucas, hope it won't be another two years....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Third Nero (Flavia Albia, #5); Author: Lindsey Davis; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Intrigue and Treason! Having previously devoted herself to domestic investigations, Flavia Albia, in need of funds whilst her lightning-struck new husband recovers, is drawn into palace intrigues as, in the absence of the Master & God Domitian, someone is plotting. Cronies old and new turn up and possible future allies and enemies (or sometimes both) are found. This series, spun off the Falco books, have really come into their own now, I enjoyed this Lindsey Davis-flavoured taste of Roman life as much as any of Albia's adopted father's capers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tall, Dark, and Wicked (Wicked Trilogy Book 2); Author: Madeline Hunter; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Interesting characters and a beautiful turn of phrase Madeline Hunter is a very skilled writer - as a prodigious reader of historical romances, I know that this is a rare quality. She sits amongst the very best of her peers and I am thankful that she chose one of my favourite genres as her place of work. He characters are multi-layered, her heroines especially, she tends to steer clear of the ingenues in favour of slightly older, more interesting women. Her heroes are usually fairly Alpha, but they do not generally ride roughshod over the objects of their desire (unless they want them to!) and they respect and admire the dreams and plans of their women. The love that blooms is believable and feels real. All in all, this was a very satisfying read, as have been all of Ms Hunter's output that I have greedily consumed thus far. Highly recommended for afficionados of the genre.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Barbarian's Tease (Ice Planet Barbarians, #16); Author: Ruby Dixon; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Finally, poor Taushen gets his HEA! It's nice to see Taushen's long loneliness come to an end. Having said that, I feel like there was a little too much unnecessary delay towards the end, I just wanted them to get it on so we could get back to the main group and see the new people, could've done with more of that.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hook (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spy Game (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last of the Mohicans (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Season 1 (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boondock Saints (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Damage (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reversible Errors (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cover Story (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Pretty Things (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Suspect Zero (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mission: Special Edition (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Five People You Meet in Heaven (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Birth (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alone in the Dark (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Manhood (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Desperate Trail (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show: Season 2 (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Be Cool (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Jacket (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 7 Seconds (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Riding the Bullet (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stone Cold (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sally Hemings: An American Scandal (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Night Moves (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Brothers in Arms (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Point Blank (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Man of the House (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chrystal (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cross Bones (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cypher (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sahara (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Doomsday Gun (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kolchak: The Night Stalker: The Complete Series (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy Presents: Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Ring Two (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Interpreter (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carlito's Way: Rise to Power (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Empire Falls (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Lyman 7832248 Electronic Digital Trigger Pull Gauge; Brand: Lyman; Review: Perfect in every way. Consistent readings. Haven't had a bad pull yet. The average feature is a bonus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Condor Single Rifle Case; Brand: CONDOR; Review: This case is perfect! Protects my AR-15 with red dot scope securely. Sufficient pockets for my magazines and even a large secondary pocket for my AR magazine speed loader.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coleman Dome Tent for Camping | Sundome Tent with Easy Setup; Brand: Coleman; Review: Nice design and easy to install. Even a caveman can do it. ;-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hogue Handall Hybrid Ruger LCP Grip Sleeve; Brand: Hogue; Review: Love the grip sleeve. Fills out my hand better. No complaints here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aimpoint PRO Patrol Rifle Optic; Brand: AimPoint; Review: Nice clean dot. Easy to install and zero. The knob perfectly secures the scope without over tightening. Precise in every way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Osage River Tactical Shooting Gun Range Bag; Brand: Osage River; Review: I'm glad I got this smaller bag. It's perfect in every way. Holds both of my pistols and magazines, ear and eye protectors, and still have considerable space for several (like 6+) boxes of ammo. Side pockets hold my speedloader and random items.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Osage River Tactical Shooting Gun Range Bag; Brand: Osage River; Review: I'm glad I got this smaller bag. It's perfect in every way. Holds both of my pistols and magazines, ear and eye protectors, and still have considerable space for several (like 6+) boxes of ammo. Side pockets hold my speedloader and random items.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Certain Prey; Author: Visit Amazon's John Sandford Page; Review: Last year I discovered John Sandford. Since then I have purchased at least 7 of his books. Every one of them has been has been so fun to read. Always action packed never boring. Very well written.ell written as; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hobbit; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Tolkien 's writing is like poetry to me. I love this story and the story to follow. It gets better with age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Tolkien 's writing is like poetry to me. I love this story and the story to follow. It gets better with age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: THE LORD OF THE RINGS Trilogy - (The Fellowship of the Ring, The Return of the Ring, The Two; Author: Visit Amazon's J.R.R Tolkien Page; Review: Tolkien 's writing is like poetry to me. I love this story and the story to follow. It gets better with age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit and Lord of the Rings Trilogy - Boxed Set of 4 Books; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Tolkien 's writing is like poetry to me. I love this story and the story to follow. It gets better with age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fellowship of the Ring (Lord of the Rings Part 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Tolkien 's writing is like poetry to me. I love this story and the story to follow. It gets better with age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Circle of Bones: a Caribbean Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Christine Kling Page; Review: This is the best Christine Kling book. Hope she has a sequel. We'll written and a good original story. Makes me want to sail between the islands.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Shoes 18 Womens Canvas Shoes Lace up Sneakers 18 Colors Available; Brand: Shoes8teen; Review: Size 7 is really size 8. I had to give them to my daughter. Take my word for it. Sized wrong.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Champion Original Leather Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I had to return these shoes. The fit was a size and a half too large. The good thing was...... I had never returned anything to Amazon. So easy to return things without frustration. I probably will not attempt to buy any foot wear off line again. Too iffy to fit right.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Champion Original Leather Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I had to return these shoes. The fit was a size and a half too large. The good thing was...... I had never returned anything to Amazon. So easy to return things without frustration. I probably will not attempt to buy any foot wear off line again. Too iffy to fit right.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Leveret Baby Onesie Boys Girls 4-Pack Striped & Solid Baby Bodysuit Underwear 100% Cotton (3-24 Months); Brand: ; Review: So cute. Looks like Freddie Krueger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ornate Floral 0.75 carats Created Ruby Ring in Sterling Silver Rhodium Nickel Finish Sizes 5 to 9; Brand: ; Review: Really like the size of this ring. Very pretty and looks expensive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrapables Animal Fun Non-Skid Baby Socks (Set of 4); Brand: Wrapables; Review: better than expected. I would buy it again. The non skid soles are a great safety factor on tile floors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plated Bronze Diamond Accent Twisted Hoop Earrings; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: Very pretty. Larger than I usually wear. Pretty heavy. Nice closure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Teacup Crochet Fashion Flat Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Love the style. Gave this pair to my daughter. She loves the shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Newfits Womens Striped Zig Zag Scoop Neck Chevron Print Tank Maxi Long Dress (XL, Black); Brand: Newfits; Review: Really like it. I wear a size 16 dress and bought ex LG gown. Perfect fit . Reasonable price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rockland Luggage 2 Piece Set, Black Dot, Medium; Brand: Rockland; Review: Just the right size for a long or short trip. Lots of space. But, I'm a frugal packer. I'D purchase again. Plus... you recognize your bags immediately because they aren't cookie cutter bags.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Teacup Crochet Flat; Brand: ; Review: The color is awesome. Comfortable shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fashion Chandelier Earrings For Women BoHo Dangle Indian Earrings EAG080; Brand: Dazzle flash; Review: So pretty. Granddaughter will love this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lureme Vintage Black and Blue Bead Silver Tone Chandelier French Hook Drop Earrings for Women 02002121-1; Brand: LUREME; Review: Really pretty. Light weight. Granddaughter loves them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yidarton Womens Wave Striped Summer Beach Dress Party Long Maxi Dresses; Brand: Yidarton; Review: Christmas gift to my granddaughter. I've seen her wear it several times, so I know she likes it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Taylor Swift Lazer Lights Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Love these fancy lacy tennis shoes. Keds are a costly item..... but they hold up very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CloseoutWarehouse Oval Halo Cubic Zirconia Ring Sterling Silver (Color Options, Sizes 4-15); Brand: ; Review: I read the reviews. Some were pretty shabby. What do you expect for $15.00? I got a really good deal. It looks expensive. The stones are solid. I don't wear it daily and I certainly don't wash dishes wearing this ring. I urge you to go ahead and buy it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charles Albert Crochet and Canvas Preppy Cute Lace Up Oxford Brogue Flats; Brand: Orly Shoes; Review: I just don't like the black color. They don't seem to go with whatever I wear.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Xpand No Tie Shoelaces System with Elastic Laces - One Size Fits All Adult and Kids Shoes; Brand: Xpand; Review: recommended to me by my occupational therapist. cool colors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airwalk Women's Flurry Moc; Brand: Airwalk; Review: very comfortable. i was happily surprised at how much i like these mocs; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SHANSHUI RFID Blocking Primely Genuine Leather Credit Card Wallet for Women; Brand: SHANSHUI; Review: ONE FOR ME AND ONE FOR MY DAUGHTER. PERFECT SIZE. CREDIT CARDS ON ONE SIDE AND CASH ON THE OTHER SIDE.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: iPhone 6 Plus Case, Maxboost [Liquid Skin] For iPhone 6 Plus; Brand: Maxboost; Review: I like this case. It is very simple and feels like it protects my phone from everyday dings pretty well m; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spigen Neo Hybrid iPhone 6S Plus Case with Flexible Inner Protection and Reinforced Hard Bumper Frame for iPhone 6S Plus; Brand: Spigen; Review: Absolutely the perfect case. I have been a HUGE Spigen fan since they came out with the cover for the 3G in 2008. I regularly purchase several different models for each iPhone I purchase. This was the one I just bought for the 6S+. I have to tell you, it is absolutely the best case (IMHO) they have ever made. The TPU and the plastic frame, once on your phone, feel so solid, every fear I have about dropping my device just goes out the window. As an added bonus, it really doesn't add much bulk to the phone. My prior case for my 6+ was the Spigen Slim Armor. It was a very nice case, and did it's job well, it was just HUGE on this phone. One of my favorite aspects of this particular case is the design they have applied into the TPU on the back of the phone between the stripped section. It feels like cloth, even though it is just an etched design in the TPU itself. I love it. It keeps it form slipping out of my hand. I can't recommend this case highly enough. Buy it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Case-Mate Apple Watch Band for Series 1 and Series 2 - 42mm Signature Leather - Black; Brand: Case-Mate; Review: I was also very upset with the design of this watch band. I love how it looks, but it is just way too small and the band is inflexible. It makes it very uncomfortable to wear. It is such a shame, because this was the only third party watch band I wanted, and waited for it to come out. Feels like a waste of time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ringke Slim Compatible with Apple iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8 Plus Phone Case Snug-Fit Slender [Tailored; Brand: Ringke; Review: So, I purchased this cover for my new iPhone 7 Plus. When I read through the product description, I thought it was going to be something different, not sure why. I have to say I just love this case. I have a Silver iPhone 7 Plus, so I ended up choosing the smokey grey one. I have to say, it's frosted, and lightly "smokey" enough that it looks like a perfect match for this phone. It really looks good I think. The cover, itself, feels pretty durable. There is a slight "lip" so that the front of your phone (read that as screen) stays off any surface you might lay it on. It really is super thin, but not flimsy. I like that aspect a lot. I hate adding tons of bulk to my phones (since they are big enough as it is) and this fits the bill perfectly. I've never owned a Ringke case before, so I think this is a really good experience. I have to say, for the price I paid for this, it is DEFINITELY worth it. It looks clean, it feels secure and it fits fantastically. I know there were some reviews above stating that there were some problems with the cutouts... I don't have that issue at all. They are all perfectly machined to look flush and lovely. If you are like me and don't need a case to survive a 50 foot drop, but need a case just to make sure your phone stays protected, I think this is a solid option. I'm going to check out some of Ringke's soft T.P.U. cases as well. If they are as well-made as this one is, that would be super encouraging. In my opinion, you simply can't go wrong with this case for the style, price or substance.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patchworks ITG PRIVACY for Apple iPhone 6s Plus / 6 Plus - Raw glass from Japan, Finished in; Brand: PATCHWORKS; Review: Way too fragile. I had this one my phone for all of one hour before it shattered. I had come home from the grocery. I put my phone on the counter. I have a pair of beats x earphones and I through them, absentmindedly over by my phone. The earpiece hit the corner of the glass and it completely shattered it. If you know how light the beats x are you would understand. Was a complete waste of money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Coach House; City: St Davids St Davids Peninsula Pembrokeshire Wales; Review: I wasn't intending to stay in St David's but had transport problems and was extremely lucky to find The Coach House. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful and gave me lots of information about the locality (this in addition to the guide in my room). They also brought me tea in my room because I arrived soaking wet! The very comfortable room and the amazing breakfasts meant that I had no problem when I had to extend my stay to two nights! It's honestly rare in my experience to find a B&B that's so fresh and clean, and there was no problem about me spending an afternoon in the cosy little lounge when it rained. They will point out good places to park (on the road, but near to the property). St David's is a lovely place; I had no complaints about anything at all and have recommended this place to all my friends!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Compass Point Beach Resort; City: Nassau New Providence Island Bahamas; Review: Looks a bit like a children's playground on first sight - almost all the guest rooms are in octagonal 'huts', most of which are perched on stilts with an area underneath with seating and a fridge with a sink in a little 'kitchen area'. I had the most lovely sea view from my balcony (two chairs - one a rocker - and a table) and the room itself had a gloriously comfortable bed (which short people probably need a box to climb onto!) and was very well furnished. Lovely toiletries in the bathroom and a really good shower. The restaurant is very good, and there's a good bar menu too. My only problem was that there is no laundry service, which becomes a bit frustrating over a two week stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Coach House; City: St Davids St Davids Peninsula Pembrokeshire Wales; Review: I arrived at this B&B on a Friday afternoon so that I could visit friends in St David's. What a surprise I had when I was shown to a lovely - not huge, but perfectly adequate - room, immaculately clean, light and bright with paintings by a local artist on the walls, and a brand new shower room. It was warm and cozy (despite it being minus 2 degrees outside) and had everything I needed, including a good hair drier and really nice toiletries - not what you normally get in small hotels and B&Bs, but decent sized tubes of something called Basic Earth Botanicals which is 'environmentally responsible'. I slept like a log - didn't hear a noise all night, and overhead some people at breakfast the net day who had been staying in a room at the front (roadside) and who remarked upon how quiet it was. Breakfast the next morning was probably the best I've had for years, cooked by Steve Lawton, the proprietor. There was local bacon and sausage and two perfectly poached eggs (local, organic and award winning apparently). The breakfast menu is huge and includes a vegetarian option which is a homemade leek/cheeseburger. The B&B has a lovely cozy lounge across from reception with a television (although there are little flat screen TVs in all the rooms) and the proprietors are obviously very knowledgeable about the area and could not have been more helpful if they'd tried! Excellent value for money, and I will certainly stay there again!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sharq Village Spa; City: Doha; Review: I arrived at this hotel very late one evening to stay for two nights - it had been a long flight and I was almost dead. Although incredibly attentive, I would probably say that the check in procedure probably took a little longer than was necessary, but I couldn't complain. My room was huge, with a canopied bed and lovely furniture. The bathroom was gorgeous - plenty of fluffy towels and gorgeous Bulgari toiletries, a rainfall shower as well as a hand shower and a good, deep bath. It is not an exaggeration to say that I slid into the most incredibly comfortable bed I can remember even sleeping in. I had a bit of a problem because I'd been booked into a smoking room by mistake and the next morning was a bit annoyed because the smell of smoking coming through the A/C was irritating. However, I spoke to reception and was offered another room immediately, and was very happy with it. I've read reviews on Tripadvisor from people who have complained about the proximity of the hotel to the airport, and the noise from planes. I can honestly say that I heard one plane and that was as I was leaving my room to go back to reception to check out. I can understand that the planes might be annoying if you were spending the weekend at the pool or on the beach, but I think that if you're staying in this hotel for business, or a conference, you would be very hard pressed indeed to find a single thing wrong with it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Datai Langkawi; City: Datai Langkawi Langkawi District Kedah; Review: I have often worried that a luxury hotel in another country is not going to be luxury as you know it; it's very difficult, because none of us know who is reviewing the hotels - what is luxury to somebody else might be distinctly average to other people. This REALLY is luxury. It would stand up with any 5 star European or American hotel. The rooms are beautiful, spotless and incredibly comfortable; the staff are unfailingly helpful and delightful, without being obtrusive at all, and the property itself is amazing - somehow managing to be in the middle of the rainforest but with no nasty crawlies everywhere and also on the beach - there are golf buggies to take you down there, or you can have a healthy 20 minute walk down through the greenery! On my first day (and I'm writing this on day 3 of 9, because I am so impressed) I had a spa treatment that I somehow managed to sleep through, and felt amazing afterwards. I'm planning several more, and intend to return to work a completely new person. There is absolutely nothing so far that I haven't found to be exceptional. I am not easily impressed - this is a stunning hotel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Number One B B; City: Deal Kent England; Review: I cannot speak too highly of this accommodation; I had an immaculately clean room on the ground floor which was absolutely beautiful - the bed was heaven with lovely soft linen and duvet that was warm but not heavy. A brilliant coffee machine in the room with all kinds of different coffees available. Lovely bathroom with excellent shower and very good toiletries. Breakfast was wonderful - a great selection on the buffet and a perfect cooked breakfast too - and the glass of Champagne on Christmas morning was a lovely touch. Nicky and Mark provide a perfect, personal service and couldn't be more helpful or accommodating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New World Manila Bay Hotel; City: Manila Metro Manila Luzon; Review: I stayed in this hotel for 4 nights whilst on a fairly gruelling recruiting trip last month and was delighted with the service in the club lounge at the top of the hotel. It's open until 11pm and although I never got there until 5.30, I enjoyed being able to nibble the delicious food without having to eat a full dinner. They also serve excellent wine ..... and are pretty generous with it too! My room wasn't huge, but very comfortable and I loved the very deep bath - I rarely have a bath, but on the very few occasions when I do, I'd much rather have water up to my shoulders and bent knees than sit with half my body out of the water. I also had 3 massages in the spa - all absolutely blissful and very reasonably priced. I will definitely stay in this hotel when I do my annual trip next year.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sleep & Co Big Girls Fleece Robe Slippers Set; Brand: Sleep & Co; Review: Little small but she loves it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunny Fashion Girls Dress Sky Fantasy Colorful Angel Wings Feather Print; Brand: ; Review: did not fit as stated runs small; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ZeroXposur Big Girls' Ariana Puffer Coat; Brand: ZeroXposur; Review: Great jacket was as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Richie House Girls' Sweet Party Multi-layered Dress Size 2-12Y RH2142; Brand: Richie House; Review: My daughter likes it and she got tons of compliments.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Baby Girl Grosgrain Ribbon Pinwheel Boutique Polka Dot Hair Bows Alligator Clips For Teens Kids Pack Of 18; Brand: CELLOT; Review: Bought for grand daughter she loves them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bubble B Women's Seamless Solid Bandeau Tube Top 3-Pk One Size; Brand: Bubble B; Review: I had a masectomy a few months back and this helps to compress and stays in place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jewelry Nexus Tree of Life Seed Of Faith Heart & Cross Charm Stretch Inspirational Bracelet; Brand: Jewelry Nexus; Review: I thought this was beautiful gave it to my Lymphadema Therapist.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yete Wedding Pageant Flower Petals Girl Ivory Dress with Bow Tie Sash Tutu Dress; Brand: Yete; Review: Beautiful dress my daughter wore to a wedding; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TAM WARE Women Slim fit Zip-up Hoodie Jacket; Brand: ; Review: She loved it,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blooming Jelly Women's Casual Loose Strap Hollow Out Back Camisole Tank Tops; Brand: Blooming Jelly; Review: Somewhat larger than expected. I am going to have to take it up; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cindy & Wendy Lightweight Triangle Floral Fashion Lace Fringe Scarf Wrap for Women; Brand: Cindy and Wendy; Review: Cute scarf looks softer then it actually is in person.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blazin Roxx Women's Floral Tooled Embellished Belt - N3516629; Brand: Blazin Roxx; Review: Lots of Bling; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lovely TheLovely Women's Tribal Aztec Floral Print Seamless Leggings; Brand: The Lovely; Review: I love everything about this print and color, however it was sewn together and a portion at the bottom did not get sewn in so it has a hole approximately 2 inches. Due to it being so close to St. Patricks Day I may repair since so close.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Qwaruba Women's Cabin Slipper; Brand: Qwaruba; Review: Little large but comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Love 100% Cotton Women Sleepwear Tank & Short Pajama Sets; Brand: ; Review: Like this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Truly Me, Charming Rompers (with Many Options), 4-6X, 7-16; Brand: Truly Me; Review: She really loves it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Siggi Womens Summer Flap Cover Cap Cotton UPF 50+ Sun Shade Hat with Neck Cord; Brand: Comhats; Review: This is perfect when your out in the sun. It also comes with a little mask so that you can keep dust off if your mowing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Under the Never Sky; Author: Visit Amazon's Veronica Rossi Page; Review: I feel like I've lost my best friends since finishing this book! Days later I'm picking up my kindle to join them.....but it's over! I've already preordered the 2nd book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enclave (The Razorland Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Aguirre Page; Review: Loved it! Immediately started the next book in series! So sad the third book is not yet available!! Can't wait!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outpost (The Razorland Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Aguirre Page; Review: The pull between the two boys is heart wrenching. I hated it when the book came to an end. Can't wait for the next!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken (Book One Broken Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Kelly Elliott Page; Review: The audible voice of the female actor threw me off a little. The story kept me intrigued and I was excited to get back in my car to listen to more..... I actually listened to it while in the gym!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love You Forever; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Munsch Page; Review: This makes me cry every time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Accessory Kit, 17 Piece Compressor Inflation Kit, with Blow Gun, Air Chucks, & Inflation Needles (Campbell Hausfeld MP284701AV); Brand: Campbell Hausfeld; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capri Tools 2-Way Air Blow Gun with Adjustable Air Flow and Extended Nozzle; Brand: Capri Tools; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PowRyte 7 piece Air Blow Gun Kit; Brand: PowRyte; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sperry Instruments VD6504 Non-Contact Voltage Detector, Comfort Grip, 50-1000V AC, 360° LED Light Display, Home/Auto / Professional Electrical Voltage; Brand: Sperry Instruments; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amprobe PY-1A Voltage Tester; Brand: Amprobe; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics 4-Shelf Shelving Unit - Black; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Best Western Premier Mariemont Inn; City: Cincinnati Ohio; Review: An incredible find and highly recommended to anyone staying in the Cincinnati area. It's a quaint European style hotel, with Tudor touches throughout. Set in a quiet and somewhat affluent neighborhood. It's also one of the lowest price hotels that is part of the "Historic Hotels of America" run by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Saint Germain des Pres; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: Cashed in some Holiday Inn points to spend four nights here - ideally located in the St. Germain area. Not much to distinguish this from its American inner city counterparts. All very clean, nice and somewhat spacious rooms (by Paris standards anyway). Could use some color and creative decoration though. At $300 a night, there's no reason to blow those kind of bucks on this kind of hotel in such a unique city. But if you want to play it safe, this is an excellent choice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bristol Hotel Frankfurt; City: Frankfurt Hesse; Review: So what does a hotel do when they're fully booked despite the fact you prepaid for the room (in this case Expedia)? Of course, they place you in a better hotel, fully paid, with a free taxi ride (after all it's their clerical error). This happens quite a bit and I'm very understanding. The Hotel Bristol is a modern, hip 3 star hotel. "We are sending you to a 4 star hotel even closer to the train station." Sounded fair to me so I agreed. Well we got the free taxi (not that we needed it - it was only 5 minutes walk away) and we did get closer to the train station. However, the Hamburgerhof Hotel is a dingy 3 star hotel. So the Hotel Bristol just lied to us. Shame on them. Doing the wrong thing is bad business. I encourage everyone to avoid this hotel based on poor ethics. If they did it to us (and a few others we talked to), they'll do it to you as well. You can't trust them to do the right thing.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maison Rouge Hotel; City: Strasbourg Bas Rhin Grand Est; Review: On our recent sojourn to Europe, the Maison Rouge in Strasbourg was probably our finest hotel. Perfectly situated in the heart of town, near the Cathedral and 10 minutes walk from the train station. A beautiful hotel with very comfortable rooms. Now for the reason I dinged them one point. I booked through Expedia on a "special rate". They made a clerical error and booked the room for the night I made the reservation - not the day of arrival. This caused some conflict, though the staff was continually pleasant. After getting all squared away, the next morning we checked out and the clerk asked "So how will you be paying for the room?" And we had to go all the way back through the steps. Not the kind of experiences one wants to have when you don't know French. As well, we found out that despite adverstisements to the contrary, air conditioned rooms do *not* come with the internet booking rate. Since we were there in September, it didn't matter, but watch out if there in the height of summer!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maui Sugar Beach Inn; City: Kihei Maui Hawaii; Review: My wife and I have used Trip Advisor many times to help us with hotel recommendations, but when it comes to Maui the search can be long and frustrating. We can find 10 suitable hotels in Paris within the hour, but for Maui, the search took days. There seems to be about three kinds of Maui accomodations: Pricey modern resorts, kitschy weathered resorts or private timeshares. Quiet and quaint, and at a good price, are hard to spot. The Maui Sugar Beach Inn is exactly that: Quiet and quaint at a reasonable price. It sits tucked in the back of a small cul-de-sac with other condominiums. It's not a beautiful building or anything like that - it looks like a 1970s or 1980s apartment building. But inside are very well kept, clean one bedroom apartments with kitchen (there's also a large multi-room penthouse suite which can be rented as well, which we were shown, and it's spectacular). The peaceful backyard has a small swimming pool and an array of mature trees and plants to relax with. There's no maid service, though you have that option for an extra fee. We didn't need it. Lokadia was running the show while we were there and she was extremely nice throughout. Maybe best of all is the location. The north part of Kihei, where Sugar Beach resides, is much less developed than the central or southern sections. The 2 minute short walk through the cul-de-sac and a small two lane road puts you on (practically) your own private beach. There's no public parking near there and you will see only a handful of people - mainly locals who live near by or other smart travelers. We visited many beach areas all over Maui, and the one near the Sugar Beach was our favorite and most secluded. If this sounds like what you're looking for (and don't expect a resort with entertainment) - then I highly recommend. We'll be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: SanDisk 16GB MicroSDHC Memory Card with Adapter (Bulk Package) + SanDisk MicroSDHC to MiniSDHC Adapter (Bulk); Brand: SanDisk; Review: Excellent product. Seller 100% responsible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SANOXY 7" Tablet Stand with USB Keyboard - Black Faux Leather Carrying Case; Brand: SANOXY; Review: Excellent product. Seller 100% responsible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (Old Model) WD My Passport Ultra 2 TB Portable External USB 3.0 Hard Drive with Auto Backup, Black; Brand: Western Digital; Review: The product is equal to the specifications of publication. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ASUS X551 15.6-inch Laptop (Intel Celeron 2.16GHz Processor, 4GB RAM, 500GB HDD, Windows 8.1 includes Windows 10 upgrade), Black; Brand: Asus; Review: The product is equal to the specifications of publication. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDE 7 Inch Universal Tablet Case Hard Leather Folio Case Cover with Keyboard (Blue); Brand: ; Review: Thank; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Acer Aspire Laptop, 15.6 Inch, ES1-512-P84G (Intel Pentium, 4GB, 500GB, Diamond Black); Brand: Acer; Review: Thanks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLU TouchBook 7.0 Pro P60w Dual-Core Android Wi-Fi Tablet PC - Yellow; Brand: BLU; Review: Thank; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Best Western Rockingham Forest Hotel; City: Corby Northamptonshire England; Review: A nice hotel, the room was one of the quietest I have ever stayed in and I had a great night sleep. The only fault, the bathroom was a little "tired" and would benefit from the grouting having a good clean or renewed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Abbey Lodge Hotel; City: Shipley Bradford West Yorkshire England; Review: We stayed here whilst visiting relatives in Bingley. The spacious and very clean with all the usual bits and pieces. The management were very considerate as one of our party who is 78 was given a room on the 3rd floor but this was changed to the ground without having to even ask. We went into the bar to finish our evening with a coffee with the relatives we were visiting and the manager said they were welcome to join us for breakfast. A very pleasant and enjoyable stay and hope to visit again soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marriott s Playa Andaluza; City: Estepona Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: Very high quality apartment, well equiped kitchen area, 3 flatscreen TVs with most UK channels and DVD player, beds were comfy and maid service every day. Could do with WiFi rather than a fixed line internet connection. We were told (as we were checking out!) we could have got a router from the on-site shop but not sure if you had to pay extra. Go for a sea view as it was spectacular with Gibraltar and the African coast easily visible (room 1313 had one of the best views). Menu at the only on-site restaurant was limited and drinks expensive. Other restaurants nearby but you will have to walk a way to get to them. You can get EUR100 off your bill if you are prepared to put up with a couple of hours time-share hard sell. Trips to Ronda, Gibraltar, Marbella worth it if you have a car, not a place recommended if you don't have acess to a car. Plenty to do for small children but not sure teenagers would be entertained enough (though when are they ever?). Best food shopping was at the Carrefour on road into Estapona (10 miles away) though the local supermarket (2 miles away) was adequate. The on-site shop was ok for small items but very expensive. Shop around on the internet for best price to book as better deals available than direct through Marriott.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Oaklands Court; City: Norwich Norfolk East Anglia England; Review: Stayed here during the Jubilee weekend on a romantic package which included all food., champagne, chocolate dipped strawberries, massage oil and bathrobes The *lodges* which have a lounge and seperate bedroom are very pleasant. We had a balcony which would have been lovely to use if the weather had been fit. The bathroom had both a bath and a shower cubicle and the usual toiletries provided. The lounge had a small kitchen area with kettle, toaster and microwave. A cafetiere which would half fill the huge cups that were provided. The restaurant menu was pub style but reasonably priced. Breakfast was ok but nothing spectacular. There were 2 wedding receptions being held at the hotel but the music stopped at midnight and did not cause us any problems. However neither of the TV's worked, the staff did try to resolve the problem with no luck, fortunately we had an ipad and could watch the football using the free wifi which was easy to connect to and didn't need any codes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel; City: Bingley Bradford West Yorkshire England; Review: Stayed here for one night while visiting our daughter. Upon arrival we were advised that we had been upgraded to an executive room (as we are a member of their loyalty program) which was a very pleasant surprise. The room was clean and spacious, usual tea, coffee and biscuits with the addition of 2 bottles of water which is always appreciated and I think all hotels should provide this. Bathroom was large and clean with a powerful shower. The only fault that we could find and this is being extremely picky, the door took ages to close, you could pull it but it still closed at it's own pace, this did cause us some amusement by the end of our stay. I can't comment on the restaurant as we did not use it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express; City: Fishkill New York; Review: Stayed here for 1 night before travelling on to Pennsylvania. We arrived at around 7.30pm after a long flight from the UK, We had to wait about 10 minutes for a receptionist to turn up but he was very pleasant. The room was clean and a good size with 2 double beds, fridge, coffee maker and microwave. Free wi fi is available with a code from reception. A complimentary breakfast is available which consisted of a few hot items bacon, eggs etc as well as cereal, yogurt, muffins and fruit. We used prioirty club points for the stay so cannot comment on the value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Marks Tey Hotel; City: Marks Tey Colchester Essex England; Review: We used a Groupon offer for a one night stay at this hotel. The offer included afternoon tea which was very nice lots of cakes and coffee pot replenished without having to ask Dinner and buffet breakfast were ok but nothing special. The room was clean, although we were in a twin room it left us with a bit of a dilemma as there was a 3/4 and a single bed, do we snuggle up in the 3/4 or sleep seperately. Yes common sense prevailed and we slept in seperate beds. We knew that the hotel catered for lots of weddings and were prepared for the noise that accompanies such events but when the music was still pounding away at 12.30am I called the reception and was infromed that it would stop shortly. Granted the music did stop at 1am but then the guest took quite a while to either leave or make their way to their rooms so it was around 2am before things settled down.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Birchover Darley Abbey; City: Derby Derbyshire England; Review: Stayed here for 2 nights using a groupon voucher so it was great value. We were on the 2nd flour facing the road which is quite busy but did not bother us. The apartment was well equipped with everything you need to prepare meals. Unlike a lot of hotels we did not hear any noise from the other apartments. The bedroom was large with lots of wardrobes but perhaps needed a few more drawers for smaller items. The bed was very comfortable. I used the sauna several times which was a real treat after a cold day wandering around Hardwick Hall. I would recommend this hotel for business people who need to work in Derby for an extended period. Families with children who might be fussy eaters as you can prepare all your food and there are several large supermarkets nearby.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mill Hotel; City: Sudbury Babergh District Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: Had a great stay at the Legacy using a groupon voucher which included afternoon tea, dinner, bed and breakfast. We arrived on our tandem which was promptly stored away in a locked garage then given the keys to room 46. A very pleasant room overlooking the river and meadow. It was on the upper floor of the annex but it was large enough and very clean. The only problem we had was the lack of hot water. This was reported to reception and we were eventually moved to room 24 which was at the front of the hotel in the original mill. The room was large, had a large walk in shower (with hot water) overlooked a pond and had beams. The afternoon tea was nice if not large but seeing that we were having dinner in a few hours this wasn't a problem. We had full choice of the dinner menu which is unusual when using an offer. The menu was the type of food you can get in your average pub. The food was cooked well and served quickly. Breakfast was a buffet style with everything that you would expect with a few nice touches like the fruit cocktail being served in wine and champagne glasses. We stayed on one of the hottest nights of the year so air conditioning would have been good but once we managed to work out how to open the windows we got a nice breeze coming through the room. There was quite a bit of noise from the patio/bar area which didn't bother us but it might be a problem for people with young children. That said the staff did make sure that everybody moved from the open areas at 11.30p.m.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Waynesboro Rt 340; City: Waynesboro Virginia; Review: A good experience for this type of hotel, though some distant train noise may disturb you if you are a very light sleeper. Check in was very easy with efficient staff on the desk. The room was large with a king sized bed and sofa bed. The breakfast was the usual Holiday Inn Express fare but there was plenty of it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Winchester South; City: Stephens City Virginia; Review: After a long day and flight the hotel was as expected. Only complaint was that the doors had strong springs and banged every time they were closed. Breakfast was the usual Holiday Inn spread. The receptionist wasn't very cheerful but efficient.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black s Fort Inn Bed Breakfast; City: Abingdon Virginia; Review: We had a delightful 2 night stay at Black's Fort Inn. Cindy provided us with lots of information about the local area and was prepared to cook exactly what we wanted for breakfast at a time that suited us. Her cookies, always in plentiful supply, were to die for. She was also kind enough to show us her horses and allow us to help feed the calves they were hand rearing. The bedroom was comfortable and there was a choice of a lovely veranda or lounge to relax in the evening. Cindy even went out of her way to courier an expensive pair of sunglasses that had been left behind to our next hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Masons Arms; City: Gargrave North Yorkshire England; Review: Having booked this pricey room as a treat we thought that a country pub would have more character. The rooms are in a converted stable block joined to the pub and are just small square boxes with no character features at all On arrival the room was freezing so we went into the bar and were told the heating would come on at 4pm. so we stayed in the bar next to the roaring fire for a quick drink so that the room could warm up. On returning to the room there was still no heating or hot water. To cut a long story short over a three night stay (yes we should have checked out and gone somewhere else straight away but we like to trust people when they say they have fixed a problem) we managed to get 1 hot shower and no heating. We did get a discount but at £70 a night for the room and then to add on the cost of breakfast it is still expensive for what you get even if all the facilities are working.and suspect you We could hear every word of a conversation some smokers were having in the beer garden which is adjacent to the accommodation block which will be worse in the summer.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cave Castle Hotel Country Club; City: South Cave East Riding of Yorkshire England; Review: Got a great deal on this room (room 1) which was huge and had loads of character, fantastic view over the front of the property and golf course. We were surprised that there was some noise from an adjoining room but it didn't disturb us too much. Don't panic when you go to shower as it takes ages for the water to make it's way through the pipes. If you wish to dine at this hotel make sure you book a table on arrival, we were caught out as they had a large group of golfers staying and had to dine elsewhere. The reception staff were very helpful in trying to find us somewhere that was still serving food which is quite difficult on a Sunday evening.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mill Hotel; City: Sudbury Babergh District Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: Check to see if a Premier Inn has opened in the town. First do not book direct with the hotel. Even when we said we could get a better price using Hotels.com they would not budge on the price. The rooms are small but adequate. On our first stay B and B £85 we were in room 41 which is on the 1st floor.of the annex It had a nice view over the pond and across the fields but was next to the stairs so there was a little noise. At check in we reserved a table for 4 for dinner. It was frowned upon a little that the other diners would not be stay ing at the hotel. Although we requested a table for 7.30pm we were advised that we would have to dine at 7.15pm or 7.45pm, not a great problem but were a bit surprised when we went for our meal at 7.45pm to find the restaurant was virtually empty. We had a pleasant evening and the food was good and not too overpriced. Breakfast was completely different. A good selection to choose from but all the hot items were precooked and kept warm. The heater for the bacon and sausages was not working properly, the eggs were like bullets and the tomatoes had not seen any form of heat apart from the warmers that were on the buffet table. On checkout we tried to negotiate a discount for room only for our return trip home. Eventually we got a 10% discount but this was still more expensive than we could get online, so we declined the offer. Return trip room 32 room only £85. Another room in the annex but this time on the ground floor so the views were not quite as good. Again next to the stairs and this proved to be very noisy. Not too bad when you are awake but when people start clomping up and down the stairs at 6am it was very disturbing. Both rooms needed updating and the bathrooms are looking very tired.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: MagnaFlow 53004 Universal Catalytic Converter (Non CARB Compliant); Brand: MagnaFlow Exhaust Products; Review: My old catalytic converter was twice the length of this one but it was supposed to be for my car. Didn't quite fit just right but I have great mechanics and it looks and sounds great after their modifications.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dowco Guardian 26010-00 UltraLite Water Resistant Indoor/Outdoor Motorcycle Cover: Grey, Medium; Brand: Dowco; Review: I got what I paid for. Did it's job well but didn't last as long as expected before wearing thin and ripping.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raider MX Green Large Adult Glove; Brand: Raider; Review: Very nice and light. Small holes to keep my hands from sweating. Unfortunately they didn't last very long before wearing thin but you get what you pay for most of the time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CoverMax Standard Motorcycle Cover - Large/Black; Brand: Covermax; Review: Two thumbs up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ignition Coils for Nissan - ALTIMA MAXIMA MURANO PATHFINDER QUEST - Infiniti; Brand: ENA; Review: Worked perfectly for my '03 Maxima.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brand New FVC110K Valve Cover Gaskets, Valve Cover, and Spark Plug Tube Seals (Both Left and Right; Brand: CNS EngineParts; Review: Very nice for after market. Fit my '03 Maxima perfectly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OES Genuine Washer Pump Grommet with Strainer for select BMW models; Brand: OES Genuine; Review: Works great and fit perfectly on my '04 BMW 325i. Sweet price too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: URO Parts 1J5 955 651 Washer Pump; Brand: URO Parts; Review: Works great and fit perfectly on my '04 BMW 325i. Sweet price too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K&N PS-7007 Pro Series Oil Filter; Brand: K&N; Review: Great quality and price. Fit perfectly on my '04 BMW 325i.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bosch 15727 Oxygen Sensor, Universal Fitment; Brand: Bosch; Review: Fit perfectly, works great, nice price. Used on '03 Nissan Maxima.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bosch 15726 Oxygen Sensor, Universal Fitment; Brand: Bosch; Review: Fit perfectly, works great, nice price. Used on '03 Nissan Maxima.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ACDelco 14D1211CH Advantage Ceramic Front Disc Brake Pad Set with Hardware; Brand: ACDelco; Review: Work great, fit perfectly on my '03 Nissan Maxima. Nice price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BMW 13-54-1-435-627 Tube Elbow; Brand: BMW; Review: Fit perfectly on my BMW 325i. Great price too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BMW OEM Belt Drive Climate A/C AC Compressor Ribbed V-Belt Belt 4K X 863 for 320i 325Ci 325i 325xi 330Ci; Brand: ContiTech; Review: Works great and fit perfectly on my '04 BMW 325i. Sweet price too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ACDelco 14D815ACH Advantage Ceramic Front Disc Brake Pad Set; Brand: ACDelco; Review: ACDelco always have nice pads, belts, and other car parts. Always nice for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Ava Gardner: The Secret Conversations; Author: Visit Amazon's Peter Evans Page; Review: I enjoyed reading the book and believe it gave us a very real insight into Ava's world and thinking. Was only sorry that the ending came up rather abruptly - guess because Sinatra told her to stop it.. but also it didn't tell us too much about her marriage and divorce from Sinatra. I've learned more about it from other books, not from this one. Nevertheless, I did enjoy reading the book very much.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel James Brown Page; Review: Enjoyed this book very much. Well written and keeps you interested into the story of all the people involved in reaching the maximum prize of Olympic gold. All the people involved in making this dream come true are the real heros at a time when the U.S. needed local heros and feel-good stories. Thoroughly enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Battle of Midway (Pivotal Moments in American History); Author: Visit Amazon's Craig L. Symonds Page; Review: Excellent writing which kept you involved and reading inspite of knowing outcome of battle. Very interesting to learn about the main characters involved on the American as well as the Japanese side. Highly recommend book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pasion india (Spanish Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Javier Moro Page; Review: Interesante lectura sobre la vida de una espanola en la India, en la era Victoriana. En momentos un poquito tediosa, pero en general es un libro recommendable y de facil lectura.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Higher Call: An Incredible True Story of Combat and Chivalry in the War-Torn Skies of World War II; Author: Visit Amazon's Adam Makos Page; Review: A different and positive perspective at the humanity of the war, whether fighting for the Allies or the Germans. It goes to show that there were gallant and noble men caught on both sides of the action, not only the "bad" Gestapo men. Very interesting and heart warming reading with so much detail on both fronts. Highly recommended reading on how destiny brought this men together years later and gave them the opportunity to get closure on this period of their lives.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Informant: A True Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Kurt Eichenwald Page; Review: Interesting story which reads almost like a good fiction drama...Well written, worth reading it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Caesar: Douglas MacArthur 1880 - 1964; Author: Visit Amazon's William Manchester Page; Review: I am in the last 20% of the book and so far I am loving it....I find Gral. McArthur a force which was unique during the World Wars and, whilst he may have been considered a prima donna and vain, etc., I greatly admired his sense of loyalty patriotism,, his home values, his strategic abilities and sensibilities in understanding the Asian countries, who, at such time, had a very different outlook of life, culture, religion, loyalties, etc. A sensibility which was much lacking in the political arena at the time. Now in the electronic age that we live, it may be difficult for young people to understand how isolated the Pacific was from the U.S. and what a great job Gral. McArthur did representing the USA. The rise of the Japanese economy owes a great deal to McArthur's policies with Japan. It is a pity that he seems not to have generated, in later life, the admiration that he so well deserved, Wonderfullly written book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Frankie & Alice; Brand: Halle Berry; Review: Plot moves slowly initially and overall not developed as well as I would have liked.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: McFarland, USA; Brand: Kevin Costner; Review: Touching story of someone who truly found his purpose in life!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Magic School Bus: The Complete Series; Brand: Lily Tomlin; Review: My students love Ms. Frizzle. I think they hardly move when we watch Magic School Bus. These programs are a wonderful addition to our science curriculum; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 20 Fairy Tales: Scholastic Storybook Treasures: Classic Collection; Brand: ; Review: Love to use these story book videos in my classroom as a supplement to my curriculum. The kids really enjoy watching the stories come to life!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When the Moors Ruled in Europe; Brand: Bettany Hughes; Review: Very informative. We are planning a trip to Spain and wanted to learn a bit about the history and culture. Really enjoyed his documentary and I am looking forward to visiting some of the places featured I. The film.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Scenic Hotel Te Pania; City: Napier Hawke s Bay Region North Island; Review: A return trip .. as usual quality service and environment. Rooms are clean and modern. Staff are friendly and always ready to help. Great location and good parking. restaurant and room service is lovely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Buena Park; City: Buena Park California; Review: This is a lovely quite hotel. With super comfy beds and pillows and very friendly staff..Guys at reception very helpful with our muddled up booking. We would not hesitate to stay again .. very convenient to Knott's Berry Farm and shows.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Garland; City: Los Angeles California; Review: This is a beautiful hotel. We loved the history and that it is still in the same family.. such a quaint haven from busy LA. Very comfy beds and lovely presented grounds.. The pool area and fire is just beautiful .. traveling from NZ we wished we had stayed longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carrick Lodge Motel; City: Cromwell Central Otago Otago Region South Island; Review: Lovely motel..very friendly staff..comfy beds and air con in sweltering heat!..we loved this motel and will definitely be using it again when we visit our family in Cromwell..very clean and modern..couldn't fault it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Big Bear Chateau; City: Big Bear Lake Big Bear Region California; Review: Loved Big Bear lake but unfortunately experiences at this hotel tainted it..we had problem right from check in..the evening front of house reception staff where grumpy to the point of rude almost accusing when there was issue with our booking..The beds are the most uncomfortable we have ever experienced..the gas heater let's off a smell which made the room stuffy and very hot!.. the cooked breakfast was over cooked and the potatoes tasted odd..the breakfast staff were rude and abrupt and all but ignored us both mornings. There is absolutely no sound proofing in rooms.The manager was very appologic about our issues at check in. But unfortunately I would not return..the hotel has potential but misses the mark. Having stayed at many best westerns on our US trip they have all been fantastic..not BIg Bear.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn; City: Oakhurst California; Review: We are on a road trip traveling from New Zealand..We stayed at many Best Western on our trip ..this was by far the best..great location, great service, lovely property and yummy breakfast! The staff a very friendly and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pureness Giant Cat Litter Pan, Assorted Colors; Brand: Van Ness; Review: Very large and very easy to clean. I have a few cats and one is pretty big. He has claimed this one as his and he looks much more comfortable using this versus the other smaller boxes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: XL Dog Crate | MidWest Life Stages Double Door Folding Metal Dog Crate | Divider Panel, Floor Protecting; Brand: MidWest Homes for Pets; Review: I have three of these crates. They fold up easily and I take them on trips. They go everywhere my dogs go. They are heavy duty, great quality, and I have already referred my family members to them. My whole family owns these crates now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K&H Pet Products Lectro-Soft Tan Outdoor Heated Pet Bed; Brand: K&H Manufacturing; Review: My dog absolutely loves this blanket. I placed this on top of her current foam bed and she jumps right on, curls up, and goes to sleep immediately. Every once in a while she will creep upstairs quietly and lay on this before her normal bedtime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nutramax Dasuquin with MSM Chewables; Brand: Nutramax Laboratories; Review: This stuff made my 10 year old dog run and jump around like a 5 year old dog. I give her two of these every morning with her food. She eats them with no problem. Great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carlson Pet Weatherproof Outdoor Super Pet Gate; Brand: Carlson Pet Products; Review: This is a well built, good looking gate. I have a beloved pet who is not good with kids and I need a sturdy gate that was not pressure mounted to keep kids safe in my home. This gate was highly reviewed and for good reason. It was easy to install and it is definitely well made. I am using this gate indoors instead of its advertised purpose outdoors. I also like the way the latch works. It actually takes a little effort to open this gate. I know many times people like the simple ones that you apply some mild upwards pressure and the gate opens but they are also just as easy for a pet or child to figure out. While this one is not hard to use, it at least takes the effort of flipping up a real latch to unlock it. If I were to make any suggestion on this product for future versions it would be to have rubber feet on it. I know it is advertised as an outdoor gate but I am sure there are a lot of people who Iliad itnindoors as well. I applied some felt to the bottom of mine and myboroblem was solved. All in all- great gate, great price, great product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Sweet Tooth: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Ian McEwan Page; Review: I found it hard to put down because I was so involved with the characters and the story. It's very suspenseful and is a time period that is very interesting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Racing in the Rain: My Life as a Dog; Author: Visit Amazon's Garth Stein Page; Review: Maybe they think like this. It is a sweet, sad, funny book. I liked it. Gave me a new perspective on dogs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Someone: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Alice McDermott Page; Review: It is one of those hard to put down books. I found the characters interesting and it was a wonderful story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P.: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Adelle Waldman Page; Review: This was a story of someone who really didn't know who he was and I felt sorry for him. I felt encouraged by the women in his life.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Book of Unknown Americans; Author: Visit Amazon's Cristina Henrquez Page; Review: This book gave me a lot to think about.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Patron Saint of Liars; Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Patchett Page; Review: I enjoyed this book. She is a good storyteller.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Relentless; Author: Visit Amazon's P.J. O'Dwyer Page; Review: this book was very hard for me to put down. very realistic story, and a good mystery. it had just enough sex to keep it interesting without overdoing it. this was a very enjoyable book to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Edge of Courage: Red Team Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Elaine Levine Page; Review: this was a hard one to put down. I enjoyed it immensely. an adult read for sure. can't wait to read the next book in this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Six Months in Montana; Author: Visit Amazon's Pamela M. Kelley Page; Review: I liked the book very much. The only thing that bothers me is the main male character. Everything that was written about him makes you think that he is a very masculine person. Then the times when he is so seriously impaired, just doesn't fit. Too many contradictions with his character. Other than that it was a very good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ride the Rainbow Home (Avalon Career Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Aylworth Page; Review: a very good story line with wonderful characters. a hard book to put down. I would recommend this book highly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ADRENALINE: New 2013 edition; Author: Visit Amazon's John Benedict Page; Review: This book is a nail biter. It is very hard to put down. I read into the night trying to finish it before I just had to go to sleep. I would recommend this one to anyone who likes a medical thriller. Great characters with a fantastic story line. I can't wait to read the next book by Dr Benedict.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Edge of Death: (Sequel to ADRENALINE); Author: Visit Amazon's John Benedict Page; Review: wow this was hard to put down. scary and frightening. good thing this is fiction. looking forward to Dr Benedict's next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Complications; Author: John Benedict M.D.; Review: I loved this book, I had a very difficult time putting it down. The third book from Dr John Benedict is his best one yet. After reading his first 2 books, I couldn't wait until Fatal Complications came out. If you like medical thrillers, these books are for you. It is very obvious the author knows his subject matter, you would have to be an anesthesiologist to be able to go into the detail he does. At times I felt I was the one on the operating table. Robin Cook move over, Dr John Benedict is catching up to you fast.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The McKays Box Set eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's A.J. Carella Page; Review: This set was wonderful. I enjoyed each of them. I had a hard time turning off the kindle, I read much too late,too many times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Her Vigilant SEAL (Midnight Delta) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Caitlyn O'Leary Page; Review: I gave this book 5 stars. I loved the characters, and the storyline. If you like a good romance with enough action without grafic sex, you will love this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Protecting Alabama (SEAL of Protection) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Stoker Page; Review: Good story line, and great characters. Very enjoyable book. It keeps you interested from start to finish. Great hero and back up characters.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Material Witness; Author: L.A. Mondello; Review: I gave this book 5stars because the characters were very believable and very likeable. Story was great and I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a good read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Whisperers; Author: Visit Amazon's Ciana Stone Page; Review: This is a great series of books. Wonderful characters and enough twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end. If you like anything to do with horses and just a little paranormal, you will love these books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Storm Damages (Storm Damages) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Magda Alexander Page; Review: I enjoyed this book very much. I liked the characters and the storyline. Then I came to the end and found it was a cliffhanger. I would never have started the book if I had known that. I don't like cliffhangers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Sheep's Clothing: An Action-Packed Political Thriller (Matthew Richter Thriller Series Book 1) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's L.D. Beyer Page; Review: I loved this book. The characters were very believable and the storyline was great. If you like thrillers, you will love this book. It was a fast moving story and a wonderful read.i.e.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out-Sniffed (Doodlebugged Mysteries) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Susan J. Kroupa Page; Review: This is a very entertaining book. Very funny from the dogs view of things. I love the characters and the way the author demonstrates her knowledge of dogs. This book would be enjoyed by anyone who loves dogs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: B Monkey (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: DeepStar Six (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fear Dot Com (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rogue Trader (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Life Less Ordinary (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Taming of the Shrew (1967); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Simone (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Foxfire (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Stendhal Syndrome (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Major League (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Training Day (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard 2: Die Harder (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friends: Season 2 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: America's Sweethearts (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reindeer Games (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flatliners (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Porky's (1981); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twins (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Unfaithful (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Murder By Numbers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Nine Yards (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seven (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rounders (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: RoboCop (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Caddyshack (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Platoon (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shallow Hal (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Day (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Girl Next Door (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: The Original Series: Vols. 16-28 (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Primal Fear (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 48 Hrs. (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 40 Days and 40 Nights (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bicentennial Man (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Naked Gun (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hannibal (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 2 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Girl (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Me (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under Siege (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Liar Liar (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pelican Brief (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Extreme Edition (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Indecent Proposal (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Basic Instinct (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Negotiator (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dogville (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sesame Street: Elmo's Sing-Along Guessing Game (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sesame Street: Fiesta! (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Minds (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Fistful of Dollars (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planes (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Mask: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Against the Ropes (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Overboard (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Great Outdoors (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young Guns (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Willow (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Jerk (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: K-Pax (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blow (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cinderelmo: Sesame Street (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Marion Bridge (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Book of Pooh: Stories From the Heart (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ricochet River (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vertical Limit (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Something to Talk About (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Home on the Range (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Any Given Sunday (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Peacemaker (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little 2 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charlotte's Web (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Parenthood (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sesame Street: Elmo Saves Christmas (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Poltergeist (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: VeggieTales: Esther (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hurricane (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Guy Thing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Naked Gun 2 1/2: The Smell of Fear (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Falling Down (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pocahontas (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Commando (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reality Bites (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Doc Hollywood (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bodyguard (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hope Floats (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Time Machine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: It Could Happen to You (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Doors (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Real Genius (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rescuers (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunted (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All About the Benjamins (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hoosiers (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Horse Whisperer (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman Returns (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Natural (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weird Science (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summer Catch (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crocodile Dundee (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Twilight Zone: Vol. 23 (1964); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Instinct (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Drumline (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Short Circuit (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Men Can't Jump (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Working Girl (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The NeverEnding Story (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 4 (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bear in the Big Blue House Live! (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Riding in Cars with Boys (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercury Rising (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Uncle Buck (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tango & Cash (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Laws of Attraction (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tombstone (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dune (1984); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty Ducks (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Like Mike (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Dralion (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rudy (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Art of War (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Win a Date with Tad Hamilton! (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 6 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Quidam (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 5 (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antz (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Airplane! (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Fight the Future (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cirque Du Soleil: La Nouba (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tequila Sunrise (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Boy Scout (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Alegria (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet Joe Black (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jersey Girl (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Great Mouse Detective (1986); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jackass: The Movie (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: End of Days (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lizzie McGuire Movie (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Demolition Man (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bon Voyage (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sahara (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Twilight Labyrinth, The: Why Does Spiritual Darkness Linger Where It Does? (Spiritual Mapping); Author: Visit Amazon's George Otis Page; Review: An absolutely superior read for the Christian believer interested in spiritual warfare. Very highly recommend it. Very well researched also!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petrus Romanus: The Final Pope Is Here; Author: Visit Amazon's Thomas Horn Page; Review: Gap theology attempts to fill in the "missing" details of Prophecy. It is not entirely new revelation since the Book of Revelation tells us that with the Spirit-led penning of the last book of the Bible...all revelation was then complete. Nonetheless God has chosen to reveal additional details of the End Times to those who can and will receive it by using saved and sanctified and prayerful authors like Tom Horn, select few men and women chosen by the Holy Spirit to teach His remnant what to expect. Petrus Romanus is such a work and is extremely thorough, well written, and very plainly critically significant to those of us who await the Rapture and the Glorious Appearing. Like the Cross, to scoffers and those who are lost the work is folly. But to those who will hear...it is of great importance. 1Peter 4:7 (KJV) But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brotherhood of Darkness; Author: Dr. Stanley Monteith; Review: A very good read for any end times student. Superior treatment of the forces behind the inexorable slide toward one world government,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert: An English Professor's Journey into Christian Faith; Author: Visit Amazon's Rosaria Champagne Butterfield Page; Review: Mrs. Butterfield's book is a great read! She writes beautifully and powerfully. I enjoyed it thoroughly. There is something here for everyone. For the well sanctified Christian Believer, the new Believer, the Seeker, the unsaved, and even the enemies of God...in whose ranks Mrs. Butterfield herself once stood tall. An amazing story of redemption and the power of love and of the Cross. Most highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Coming Plague: Newly Emerging Diseases in a World Out of Balance; Author: Visit Amazon's Laurie Garrett Page; Review: A great read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christmas Classics (Adventures in Odyssey Classics); Author: AIO Team; Review: Lovely!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Jefferies Socks Baby Girls' Ruffle Footless Tight; Brand: ; Review: These are very cute. They fit my 16 months old comfortably and I ordered the 6-18 size. They are warmer than I expected, so just keep in mind that this is a winter item. My baby is hot swtimes and wants them off (December in Florida...). I'd surely recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: French Toast Girls' Ruffle Short; Brand: ; Review: These shorts are cute and well made. I like the style, and the material is a good quality cotton. The elastic band is wide and comfortable. Size 3T fits kind of big in the waist of my almost 3yo girl, but she can still wear them, and maybe even next year. If you buy red, know that it truly is a "tomato" color. It's very bright, not a deep red. I think they are good value shorts and I would recommend them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SYLVIEY Women's Scoop Neck Elegant Bow Vintage 1940's Casual Evening Dress; Brand: SYLVIEY; Review: I barely tried this on. The material was obviously going to be very itchy, I could not bear it in a Florida winter. Also, the red color wasn't dark as in the picture, but more of the bright "Christmas" red. Style was nice. I had to return it anyway.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Liang Rou Women's Mini-Ribbed Stretch Scoop Neck T-Shirt; Brand: Liang Rou; Review: I hare tried a few, and this is by far the best shirt I found on Amazon, within my parameters. I wanted something breathable but not see-through, with a scoop neck, but not revealing, comfortable, and decent quality for price. This is actually very nice quality for a $10 shirt. I ordered a medium that fits nicely and comfortable on me. I'm 5'7", 140 pounds, 36DD/E. Perfect length. I bought the black and the color is impeccable. I'm going to order more in other colors. I'm a picky buyer. Trust me, this is nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cleo Women's Maddie Molded Balconnet T-Shirt Bra; Brand: ; Review: I've been wearing Panache bras (which includes Cleo) for several years, and I have always been happy. They are well made bras, intended for larger cups, smart built and durable. Of several bras fro this company, I think only one time I had to return one, because it didn't have the usual fit. This particular model is meant for people that have large breasts and a smaller bust. I wear a 36DD, going to E. This bra gives great support, makes minimal to no "bulge" (I think a lot depends on your body type, but this bra performs better in this department than others I have) and it disappears under thin shirts. the trim and fabric also gives it a cute touch, so it's not so much "grandma's style". Straps are medium, not too narrow, not too wide, which I personally like. Not sure how this would work with bigger cups than myself. If you are a curvy girl, you will like this bra. I know it's not cheap, but seriously, some of them I've been wearing for years, machine washing, and are still good. I doubt you can tell the same of any $10 bra. For me it's worth the investment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Princess Belle Dress up Costume & Accessory Play-Set; Brand: ; Review: I bought an S (size 5/6) for my 4yo who wears 5 in most brands. Length is perfect with the loop on. The dress is very nice. It's far from "quality", but fair for price, and sure much better built than the average costume. It comes with an adjustable headband and gloves (half arm covers). The gloves' elastic is a bit tight for us, but the headband works great for a princess updo (we chose to make a Belle hairstyle, and used the band double folded in a chignon). I think that any little girl will like this dress. My daughter is not much of the princess type, but she was blown away when she tried this gown on. It's been hard to convince her to wait until party day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miusol Women's 1940's Rockabilly V Neck Cocktail Evening Party Dress; Brand: ; Review: I wore this to my child's graduation, and it was perfect. I absolutely love that it is not cut high waist on the front. Most dresses cut that way make breasts look larger and I do not need it. Fabric is good quality, a little stretchy, so I made the right decision buying an S. I am 5.7, 140 pounds and 36DD. With the right accessories, you can wear this dress night and day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: BlackBerry 3.5mm Premium Stereo Headset for Apple iPad 1 & 2/Apple iPhone/Most Cell Phone Models (HDW-24529-001); Brand: BlackBerry; Review: great sound/value - i replaced my lost set. much cheaper than others like the set for an iphone. i don't use it for music so it works very well for phone calls.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SANOXY® USB 2.0 2.5 HARD DRIVE SATA HDD EXTERNAL CASE ENCLOSURE (2.5" SLIM HDD 1000GB); Brand: SANOXY; Review: I bought a few vantec cases, but this unit is about half the price and does the same thing. plus no screws to mess with - just push a button and the cases pop off.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iLuv Tangle-resistant comfortable fit stereo earphones for iPhone, iPad, iPod, SAMSUNG, LG, Google Next, Others phones, tablets and MP3; Brand: iLuv; Review: i tried other sub $10 earbuds but these were more full sounding that the others. great for everyone - especially my kids that often break them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iLuv Tangle-resistant comfortable fit stereo earphones for iPhone, iPad, iPod, SAMSUNG, LG, Google Next, Others phones, tablets and MP3; Brand: iLuv; Review: i tried other sub $10 earbuds but these were more full sounding that the others. great for everyone - especially my kids that often break them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Linkworld Electronic Home Theater Media PC Case - 920-01 C2121U (Black); Brand: Linkworld Electronic LLC.; Review: This case has has worked ok in the while it worked. the power supply burned out after about 9 months and 2nd one is worked for about 8 months. now the 3rd one died 1 in one week. the form factor is perfect for a home theatre pc. i like that there are usb ports in front and back. but the PSU is pure crap.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Samsung SSG-5150GB 3D Active Glasses; Brand: Samsung; Review: these are the same glasses that came with my TV and i need a few more. they work well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HooToo USB C Hub, 6-in-1 Premium USB C Adapter with Type C Charging Port, 4K HDMI, Card; Brand: HooToo; Review: So I just got a new Macbook Pro 2017 ... very sleek etc. But then after about 5 minutes of joy, I realized I still need to connect to my external devices - USB hard drives and 24" monitor! Amazon Prime same day shipping came to the rescue. Now with this Shuttle I can connect all my stuff. Before I bought this unit, I looked at the kind of adaptors that attached directly to the side of the mac, but I figured a cable-attached unit is a better for a laptop vs desktop. Plus it is compact for travel. I am very pleased. I like the rubber bottom - it doesn't slip around or get all scratchy with dust.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Hobbit; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Awesome book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Awesome book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: THE LORD OF THE RINGS Trilogy - (The Fellowship of the Ring, The Return of the Ring, The Two; Author: Visit Amazon's J.R.R Tolkien Page; Review: Awesome book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit and Lord of the Rings Trilogy - Boxed Set of 4 Books; Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Awesome book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fellowship of the Ring (Lord of the Rings Part 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J. R. R. Tolkien Page; Review: Awesome book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Humans Wanted; Author: Jody Lynn Nye; Review: The stories were amazing! They open your mind to really think about what makes us human. However, it is very obvious that the authors are inexperienced writers. So for the stories I'd give 5 stars, the writing style 3 stars, but overall 4 stars. I hope to see more by these authors and watch their writing progress; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The 5th Wave: The Last Star (Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Yancey Page; Review: Yancey is a talented author with the ability to change writing styles to match his characters. However, I Feel as if the books are limited. There is very little beyond what is written on the page. Few metaphors, little symbolism, in short, very little of what makes literature an adventure. Other than that, a great story line with amazing voice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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