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Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel Anaheim Resort Convention Center; City: Anaheim California; Review: This was my third time staying here. I love this place, the staff is friendly and the rooms are great. This time we spent 3 days there, the rooms are large, a separate living room and bedroom so you feel like you're coming back to an apartment, not a cramped hotel room. We spend our time at Disneyland and took a bus back and forth to the park. When we checked it we received a 6th floor room and were able to view the fireworks at the park when we came back early to our room one night. It's always very quiet which is amazing at how busy it can be there sometimes. I will keep coming back and I recommend this hotel to all my friends and family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Cottonwood Inn; City: Cottonwood Arizona; Review: I booked 2 rooms as we made a stop there for the night before driving to Jerome. The rooms were clean, beds comfortable and it was nice and spacious. Although we were right outside the pool, the noise was minimal. The breakfast was great, a bit crowded as it was a holiday weekend but there is something for everyone. I was impressed that there was only one person keeping everything stocked for the crowd. Would definitely stay there again if I was in town,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Homewood Suites Phoenix Avondale; City: Avondale Arizona; Review: We stayed here after reading the great review and because we are Hilton member. Check in was fast but the front desk person was not too friendly. We were told we were going to have a nice room with a pool view however the view from the living room of the suite was actually of the rooftop and you could see a little of the pool from the bedroom. The room was nice, very clean and I was very happy with the fully equipped kitchen. Was also pleased they provided breakfast as well as dinner. Although we went out to dinner, we went downstairs for breakfast. They had just ran out of eggs and when we asked the staff member if they would be replenished soon, she seem very irritated and hastily answered us under her breath and went to the back. We then decided to go to breakfast elsewhere. The morning front desk person was very nice and greeted us each time we walked thru. I would recommend friendlier check in staff and breakfast staff as those people are the ones most guest will have interaction with. We stay at Hiltons on a regular basis and although the room was definitely Hilton standards, the Customer Service needs to be improved. Only other issue was a cricket we found in the room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Candy Cane Inn; City: Anaheim California; Review: Just returned from a stay on March 15th, our 4th stay at this wonderful hotel. We booked a Premium room and when we arrived at 10 a.m. on a very busy week we were thrilled that our room was ready and we were able to check in immediately! We used to stay at another hotel down the street, but ever since staying here we refuse to stay anywhere else. Their shuttle service is amazing, always on time and all the drivers are so nice. Love the premiums rooms, nice to be at the back of the hotel with a slightly bigger room including a microwave, welcome basket and breakfast delivered to your room. Just made another reservation today for September. We've been there so much I now call Candy Cane our "home away from home".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Candy Cane Inn; City: Anaheim California; Review: This was our 5th (possibly 6th) stay at the Candy Cane Inn. We are annual passholders and come here multiple times per year. I have to say this hotel feels like home. Warm, comfortable and everyone is so nice. Once you enter the hotel you don't even feel like you are in downtown Anaheim. From the front desk staff to housekeeping and bus drivers, they all make you feel welcome. Had a great ride in the shuttle with Danilo who shuttled us to the park during the bus drivers lunch hour. We have stayed in the regular, deluxe and premium rooms and I would recommend the premium rooms hands down. They are larger, farther from the street and offer breakfast delivered to your room. Not to mention including a microwave, robes and a welcome basket with treats as well as a 2pm checkout! Also love this hotel for acknowledging their regular customers with a $10 off coupon on their next visit. Always our first choice on Disney visits!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disney s Paradise Pier Hotel; City: Anaheim California; Review: Have stayed here a few times, always with a theme park view. It's amazing! Last visit was for 3 days. Watching World of Color from your room is great. Small cafe downstairs is great and offers food (and drinks if you like)which you can take back to your room. The burgers were amazing, better than the ones we had from room service! Walk to the park was not bad but a little tiring after a long day. Saw previous comments about issues with elevators but we did not experience that.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Scottsdale Resort Villas; City: Scottsdale Arizona; Review: We reserved a villa and while making the reservation on the Hilton website requested to be upgraded. When were checked in we found out we were upgraded to the bigger villa and were pleased. We are Hilton Honor members from CA and were in Scottsdale to visit friends from AZ and to attend and event there. They had never stayed at a Hilton property so we were very excited to show them why we love them so much. The room was amazing however there were a few issues. First thing we noticed is when we went to throw something away, the cabinet door had a hinge that was not connected and almost fell onto the floor. It was a 2 bedroom villa and one thing that was odd was although multiple people would be staying there they did not leave any extra rolls of toilet paper. Not a big thing but kind of annoying. The major issue we had was with the room service. We had flown in from out of town and since we had a very early flight in the morning, we had planned to order room service so we would enjoy our last meal with our friends before leaving for the airport. We put our order on the door as instructed at 10pm, much earlier than the deadline. We woke up early so we would be ready for room service when they arrived. They never did. We finally just packed up and upon leaving the room we opened the door only to find our order still on the doorknob, it was never picked up. Very disappointing end to our stay. The room was beautiful but service, not so much.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Scream 2 (1997); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: End of Days (1999); Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chain Reaction (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Babe: Pig in the City (1998); Genres: Adventure, Children, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jackal, The (1997); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Peacemaker, The (1997); Genres: Action, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shaft (2000); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: District 9 (2009); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quantum of Solace (2008); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Shutter Island (2010); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1994); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saint, The (1997); Genres: Action, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Buried (2010); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mr. Nobody (2009); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Salt (2010); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Inception (2010); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Knight and Day (2010); Genres: Action, Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Genres: Action, Crime, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matrix Revolutions, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Matrix Reloaded, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Eagle Eye (2008); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Public Enemies (2009); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Avatar (2009); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Twilight (2008); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Twilight Saga: New Moon, The (2009); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Casino Royale (2006); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Knowing (2009); Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hangover, The (2009); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Up (2009); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Knight, The (2008); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Up in the Air (2009); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Eye (2005); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Prestige, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek (2009); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: WALL·E (2008); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Let the Right One In (Låt den rätte komma in) (2008); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The (2002); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gran Torino (2008); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Expendables, The (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones (2002); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Hurt Locker, The (2008); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Daybreakers (2010); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Informant!, The (2009); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Defiance (2008); Genres: Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Due Date (2010); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red (2010); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Social Network, The (2010); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (Rare Exports) (2010); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Town, The (2010); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Romance, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Miss Sunshine (2006); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Kick-Ass (2010); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: King's Speech, The (2010); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fun with Dick and Jane (2005); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Catch and Release (2006); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: No Country for Old Men (2007); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Fifth Element, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: True Grit (2010); Genres: Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City 2 (2010); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City (2008); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Time to Kill, A (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Eraser (1996); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Limitless (2011); Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serenity (2005); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Scream 4 (2011); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Thor (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Disturbia (2007); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Source Code (2011); Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2010); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Edge, The (1997); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: First Class (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Melancholia (2011); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Unknown (2011); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transformers (2007); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Wedding Crashers (2005); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Hanna (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, War, IMAX; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cloverfield (2008); Genres: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Insomnia (2002); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Swan (2010); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Lucky Number Slevin (2006); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Untouchables, The (1987); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Crank (2006); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 (2011); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepy Hollow (1999); Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Green Mile, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Genres: Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mercury Rising (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part II (1989); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part III (1990); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Western; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible III (2006); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Drive (2011); Genres: Crime, Drama, Film-Noir, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guard, The (2011); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 3:10 to Yuma (2007); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Genres: Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Help, The (2011); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Adventures of Tintin, The (2011); Genres: Action, Animation, Mystery, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: V for Vendetta (2006); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Contagion (2011); Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Pan's Labyrinth (Laberinto del fauno, El) (2006); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The (2011); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Simpsons Movie, The (2007); Genres: Animation, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Descendants, The (2011); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Sherlock Holmes (2009); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hugo (2011); Genres: Children, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011); Genres: Drama, Film-Noir, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 1408 (2007); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny (2006); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1, The (2011); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Mr. Brooks (2007); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Iron Sky (2012); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: The Hunger Games (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Gamer (2009); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cabin in the Woods, The (2012); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Avengers, The (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Prometheus (2012); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snow White and the Huntsman (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Hachiko: A Dog's Story (a.k.a. Hachi: A Dog's Tale) (2009); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crank: High Voltage (2009); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Dark Knight Rises, The (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Surrogates (2009); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dumb & Dumber (Dumb and Dumber) (1994); Genres: Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Planet Terror (2007); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Moonrise Kingdom (2012); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Skyfall (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moon (2009); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Looper (2012); Genres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Imaginaerum (2012); Genres: Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, The (2012); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iron Man (2008); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Iron Man 2 (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bronson (2009); Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Good, the Bad, the Weird, The (Joheunnom nabbeunnom isanghannom) (2008); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Western; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Volcano (1997); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Intouchables (2011); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: 2012 (2009); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Django Unchained (2012); Genres: Action, Drama, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silver Linings Playbook (2012); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crazy, Stupid, Love. (2011); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Notebook, The (2004); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2, The (2012); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Twilight Saga: Eclipse, The (2010); Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: War of the Worlds (2005); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Day After Tomorrow, The (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: I, Robot (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Warm Bodies (2013); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Iron Man 3 (2013); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Winter's Bone (2010); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Greatest Movie Ever Sold, The (POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold) (2011); Genres: Documentary; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Expendables 2, The (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek Into Darkness (2013); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Great Gatsby, The (2013); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Lone Ranger, The (2013); Genres: Action, Adventure, Western, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Pacific Rim (2013); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Now You See Me (2013); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Abyss, The (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Equilibrium (2002); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Elysium (2013); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Genres: Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Thor: The Dark World (2013); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: About Time (2013); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taken (2008); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Day the Earth Stood Still, The (2008); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (2004); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Boondock Saints, The (2000); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Captain Phillips (2013); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, The (2013); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Argo (2012); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Nightmare Before Christmas, The (1993); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shining, The (1980); Genres: Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stoker (2013); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: World War Z (2013); Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Hangover Part II, The (2011); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Old Boy (2003); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gravity (2013); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zombieland (2009); Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: 12 Years a Slave (2013); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Edge of Tomorrow (2014); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Interstellar (2014); Genres: Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Call of Cthulhu, The (2005); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boyhood (2014); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Conjuring, The (2013); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transcendence (2014); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Genres: Action, Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shame (2011); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Man of Steel (2013); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vow, The (2012); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Centurion (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Whisperer in Darkness (2011); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Re-Animator (1985); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Big Game (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now (1979); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Godzilla (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kingsman: The Secret Service (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nightmare on Elm Street, A (1984); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dracula Untold (2014); Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 1.5/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Genres: Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Martian (2015); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Spectre (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hateful Eight (2015); Genres: Western; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: The Revenant (2015); Genres: Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown (1997); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Captain America: Civil War (2016); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Counterfeiters, The (Die Fälscher) (2007); Genres: Crime, Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964); Genres: Comedy, War; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Layer Cake (2004); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bucket List, The (2007); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Ip Man 2 (2010); Genres: Action; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny (2016); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Big Short, The (2015); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Slither (2006); Genres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deadpool (2016); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Love & Friendship (2016); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Friday the 13th (1980); Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wanted (2008); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thor: Ragnarok (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: The Hitman's Bodyguard (2017); Genres: Action, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death Note (2017); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Dead Man Down (2013); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sully (2016); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: The Odyssey (2016); Genres: Adventure; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Baby Driver (2017); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dunkirk (2017); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Chappie (2015); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Conjuring 2 (2016); Genres: Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Suicide Squad (2016); Genres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wonder Woman (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guardians of the Galaxy (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Peak (2015); Genres: Horror; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: End of Watch (2012); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Logan (2017); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kung Fury (2015); Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Figures (2016); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters (2013); Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sicario (2015); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: John Wick: Chapter Two (2017); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: La La Land (2016); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ant-Man (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Locke (2013); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arrival (2016); Genres: Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016); Genres: Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Redemption (Hummingbird) (2013); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Stand, The (2013); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Red 2 (2013); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: The Imitation Game (2014); Genres: Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Doctor Strange (2016); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: John Wick (2014); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979); Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clara's Heart (1988); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tron (1982); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Godfather, The (1972); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark) (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Godfather: Part II, The (1974); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Genres: Action, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Genres: Action, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aliens (1986); Genres: Action, Adventure, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur (1959); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alien (1979); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hunt for Red October, The (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King Kong (1933); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dozen, The (1967); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise (1991); Genres: Adventure, Crime, Drama; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Untouchables, The (1987); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Excalibur (1981); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guns of Navarone, The (1961); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road Warrior, The (Mad Max 2) (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (1968); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Abyss, The (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Highlander (1986); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thin Red Line, The (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Predator (1987); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Turtle Beach - Ear Force HS1 Universal Gaming Headset Stand; Brand: by
Turtle Beach; Review: i just put this together, hung my px4's, did not wobble or break, holds them just fine i am guess they do just as good of job as. 30 buck ones; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toshiba 32L1400U 32-Inch 720p 60Hz LED TV with DTS Trusurround, 2 X Hdmi, USB; Brand: Toshiba; Review: works great and great price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plugable USB 2.0 2-Port High Speed Ultra Compact Hub/Splitter (480 Mbit/s, USB 2.0 Windows, Linux, OS X, Chrome OS); Brand: Plugable; Review: it works; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AH400 USB 3.0 4-Port Compact Hub with a Built-in 1ft USB 3.0 Cable; Brand: Anker; Review: it works; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: i.Trek GPS air vent mount with metal spring clips compatible with Garmin Nuvi GPS; Brand: i.Trek; Review: did not fit ford ranger, it was my fault that i order it, had a feeling it would not work,, but the mount is a nice mount that is why i gave 5stars; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GRM0119801 - GARMIN 010-01198-01 nuvi 55LM 5quot; GPS Travel Assistant (Free Lifetime Map Updates with No Ads or Subscription; Brand: Garmin; Review: my first gps very easy to work it does the job; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Samsung 16GB up to 48MB/s EVO Class 10 Micro SDHC Card with Adapter (MB-MP16DA/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: it works; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dexors X5 Dash Cam Pro Car Dashboard Camera 19201080p/30fps 170° Wide Angle with G-sensor, WDR Superior Quality Night; Brand: Dexors; Review: this is my first dashcam, so i have no other ones to compare it to, now this is what sold me on this cam and the company they are made here and the manual is only in english and it is a pretty good manual nice size print and good instructions. i am no tech guy and in a few days of tinkering i got it,, now for price, you all see that prices for cams from 25bucks to 200bucks i thought a middle of road cam would be best for me. this dashcam seems to be a good entry level cam,, so a good cam easy to use and a fair price sure this mite be the one for you,,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: UGREEN Mini USB Cable USB 2.0 Type A to Mini B Cable Male Charging Cord for GoPro Hero; Brand: UGREEN; Review: it works; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Ultra 200GB Micro SD (SDSDQUAN-200G-G4A); Brand: SanDisk; Review: thank you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Cruzer CZ36 64GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive, Frustration-Free Packaging- SDCZ36-064G-AFFP; Brand: SanDisk; Review: thank you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk High Endurance Video Monitoring Card with Adapter 64GB (SDSDQQ-064G-G46A); Brand: SanDisk; Review: thank you; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Constitutional Law: 2013 Supplement (University Casebook Series); Author: Kathleen Sullivan; Review: Just what i was looking for. Everything was perfect the book arrives in perfect conditions without problems. I'm Happy with my book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Principles of Constitutional Law (Concise Hornbook Series); Author: John Nowak; Review: Perfect book easy to read. A very good book. Is one of the best books for law students just perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Brethren: Inside the Supreme Court; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Woodward Page; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Nation for Itself: Winners and Losers in a G-Zero World; Author: Visit Amazon's Ian Bremmer Page; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Federal Jurisdiction, Sixth Edition (Aspen Student Treatise Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Erwin Chemerinsky Page; Review: Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Will You Love Me?: The story of my adopted daughter Lucy; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Glass Page; Review: I read part 1 and this is part 2 and it's the very same story as the first. I'm certainly disappointed and will not be buying anymore of these. This was a total rip off.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Endal: How One Extraordinary Dog Brought a Family Back from the Brink; Author: Visit Amazon's Allen Parton Page; Review: Very well written. Author told about all the hardships this family endured without being boring. For all the dog lovers out there this dog is to die for. What a wonderful dog he was. Great story about our servicemen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Someone to Love Us: The shocking true story of two brothers fostered into brutality and neglect; Author: Terence O'Neill; Review: This story was very well written and interesting all the way through the book. Those poor boys had and awful life. It was a very good book. I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mummy’s Little Helper: The heartrending true story of a young girl secretly caring for her severely disabled mother; Author: Visit Amazon's Casey Watson Page; Review: Casey Watson always does a good job writing a story and this is no exception. Very good job and good story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Will You Love Me?: The story of my adopted daughter Lucy; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Glass Page; Review: Cathy Glass is a very good author and this book was no exception. Very interesting read through the whole book. This lady is amazing. It is always sad to see children abused but it sure is nice to see at least some placed in good homes. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sh*t My Dad Says; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Halpern Page; Review: This book is realistic and funny. The author doesn't mince words , so it isn't for the faint of heart or religious people. The dad sounds like a very good dad and says it like it is. I laughed out loud while reading this book. I highly recommend it. Very funny and very well written. Loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Suck at Girls; Author: Visit Amazon's Justin Halpern Page; Review: I read the first book this author wrote and loved it but this one sucks. Boring and nothing to say as far as I'm concerned. He said it all in the first book. Wouldn't recommend it at all.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Summer of the Monkeys; Author: Visit Amazon's Wilson Rawls Page; Review: I almost always read "non-fiction" books and that's what I list for books to read so it really ticks me off to find that amazon slides a-fiction book in there. I would never have bought it if I had known it was fiction. Shame on amazon. Do I recommend reading this book? NO; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Deliberate Life: A Journey into the Alaskan Wilderness; Author: Visit Amazon's Pamela Haskin Page; Review: I had trouble rating this book. I finally gave it a 4 star but with severe doubts. It was written fairly well. This couple went to Alaska but it wasn't like they had real hard ships. When they ran low on supplies, they just went to the store and bought food just like we do in the lower 48. That isn't what I want to read about when I buy books like this. I want the pioneer style people that hunt for their food and raise a garden, cut their own wood, etc. I'm not interested in what Joe Blow spent on groceries for six months. For the most part this couple lived just like everybody else with gas stoves and lights etc. Boring!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tails of the Prairie: My Life as a Small-Town Veterinarian in Wyoming; Author: R.A. Baldwin; Review: This book was the best veterinary book that I have ever read. The author did a great job and it was good from start to finish. Only wish it had been longer. Very good read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Journey To A Dream; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary T. Lovel Page; Review: This is probably the best book that I have ever read about living in Alaska. This family hauled water , hunted their own game to eat and raised a huge garden. They are true pioneers! I was impressed that they didn't run to town and buy all their food like most of them do. This book is interesting from the start to finish. Great book. I highly recommend it. I just wish it had been a lot longer..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keri; Author: Visit Amazon's Kat Ward Page; Review: I am happy with this book. The author did a very good job writing it and the story line is very interesting all the way through. Would recommend buying it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thirty Years Of Silence eBook; Author: Elise McGhee; Review: This gal that the author is writing about strikes me as a bit dumb and I can't give this book any better than a 2 star. In my opinion by the time anybody gets to be 20 years old and still hasn't gotten a grasp on their life, there's probably not much hope for them. The author did a great job writing the book but the story just isn't there.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Black Caviar Illustrated; Author: ; Review: I'm having a terrible time getting through this book. This author goes on and on about this guy and that guy and that guys sister. Good god I bought the book because it was a story about a horse not somebody's cousin etc,etc. I think the writing is awful and wouldn't recommend it to my worst enemy, yuk!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Where Does it Hurt? Further Adventures of a Country Vet - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Dave Perrin Page; Review: This book starts out great for about two thirds of the book then the author goes on a tangent about how he did voodoo and all the other crap to relax because he got stressed out. It was so boring for the last third of the book that I nearly threw it out. It's just a so so read. It's to bad the author had to put that last garbage in there. Nothing that I would recommend.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Baby’s Cry; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Glass Page; Review: This is another good read. Cathy Glass is a very good author. She keeps the book interesting all the way through without going on and on about nothing. Highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Turn Your Back in the Barn; Author: David Perrin; Review: This author is capable of writing a much better book than this one. He drones on and on for about forty pages on how he relaxes...who cares. Most of this book was good but the rest is extremely boring. Can't recommend this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: When the Going Gets Tough (Adventures of a Country Vet, Volume 5); Author: Dr. David Perrin; Review: Dave Perrin is and excellent author. I have read four of his books and only one was so,so. This was a great book, just wish it had been longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Far as My Feet Will Carry; Author: Josef M. Bauer; Review: I thought this story was a very good one but I only gave it three stars because I thought the writing was poor quality. The author could have done a much better job of explaining what happened from day to day. It's just a so,so read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dave's Stallside Manner: More Adventures of a Country Vet - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Dave Perrin Page; Review: Once again Dr Dave did a wonderful job of writing this book. Dr Perrin's books are the best that I've ever read of these kind with the exception of one of them. If you like this type of book you will love these. '; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All My Patients Kick and Bite: More Favorite Stories from a Vet's Practice; Author: Jeff Wells; Review: This is a good book but not a great one. I couldn't give it 5 stars because it just didn't have the 5 star writing. The book is good but it's just not great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vetting: The Making of a Veterinarian; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Pete Freyburger Page; Review: This is a very good book. It was interesting all the way through and certainly gives the average layman a different view on our Vets. He sounds like the kind of Vet that we would all like to find.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: While You're Here, Doc: Farmyard Adventures of a Maine Veterinarian; Author: Visit Amazon's Bradford B. Brown Page; Review: This is one of those rare books that I wish had been 1000 pages long. It was interesting and even funny at times. Dr. Brown is not only a good vet but a good writer. He writes so well that you feel just like you are there with him. It's not often that I find books this good. Just hope he writes another one....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just One More Thing, Doc: Further Farmyard Adventures of a Maine Veterinarian; Author: Visit Amazon's Bradford B. Brown Page; Review: This was a good read. The reason I didn't give it a five star rating is because it had two or three stories that were the same as his first book. The writing is excellent and very interesting. I find it a bit disturbing to buy the second book and find out it has a lot of the same stories in it. Very good story otherwise. Loved it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House Calls: Stories from Thirty Years of Rural Medicine Among the Amish and English; Author: Visit Amazon's Gary Yarbrough M.D. Page; Review: This book was well written and interesting. The author tells about treating Amish mostly and why they do what they do. I don't usually buy this sort of book but am glad that I bought this one. It is not a great book but a good one. This guy is a very caring Dr. and one we would all like to have for our own medical needs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Eclipse: Heart Dog --- A True Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Howard Schultheis Page; Review: This was a good book, well written and of course sad at the end as most of this kind are. Goldens are a very gentle dog and this one was even smarter than most. Very touching story about and unusual canine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mattie; Author: Visit Amazon's Judy Alter Page; Review: Very well written book. Mattie made lucky choices and was very intelligent also. She carved a good living from hard work and a lot of luck. She wasn't quite as lucky with husbands however. I like the setting in the old west days. I don't usually read fiction but was very happy with this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelia's Story (Special Edition Paperback Books 1 & 2): A Childhood Lost; Author: Visit Amazon's D. G. Torrens Page; Review: Very good reading and well written. It is amazing to live with someone like Amelia did and still be a loving adult and productive citizen with nothing to guide you along the way. If you like these kind of stories then you will like this book. Good read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History; Author: Chris; McEwen, Scott; DeFelice, Jim Kyle; Review: This was and excellent book. Very well written. By the time I was done with this book, I loved this guy. He is a true hero. I'm a woman and he made the book so interesting that I could understand that awful war and what it did to our men. Highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Naked and Marooned: One Man. One Island.; Author: Visit Amazon's Ed Stafford Page; Review: This guy doesn't appear to be extremely bright and it very much looked to me like he did stuff that made him look good rather than doing it for survival reasons such as....he finds a cave that's perfectly good to sleep in and instead of looking for water he spends a week building a shelter that he didn't need. There were goats on this island, if there are goats there has to be water for them. This guy wasn't smart enough to follow the goats to water. I could only give it two stars. Sounds fake to me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Never Turn Your Back on an Angus Cow: My Life As a Country Vet; Author: Visit Amazon's Dr. Jan Pol Page; Review: I love this book, just wish it had been longer. This guy sounds like a really good vet. He certainly has had and interesting life of veterinary medicine. Highly recommend the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Haatchi & Little B: The Inspiring True Story of One Boy and His Dog; Author: Visit Amazon's Wendy Holden Page; Review: This is a story about this little boy that is disabled and this dog that was also disabled. They make a great pair and the boy does much better just because the dog doesn't care if he's disabled or not. Well written and good story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Baby: How One Woman's Love for a Racehorse Led to Her Redemption; Author: Visit Amazon's Jo Anne Normile Page; Review: Good story and well written. This lady treats her pets like her own kids. What a great owner. She did a lot for the thoroughbred race horses in this world. She started and adoption program and worked hard to get every race horse a good home. Very interesting and well worth reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blank Cookbook: For Your Recipes; Author: Visit Amazon's James Laymond Page; Review: I really like the way this blank cookbook is laid out but can only give it 3 stars because I doubt very much that it will hold up for any length of time. Pretty cheaply made. I will use it for a year or so and reevaluate.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: At Least I'm Not Going To Die! eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's marc shettlesworth Page; Review: This is a good book. It wasn't outstanding but good. Interesting and easily read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Buffalo for the Broken Heart: Restoring Life to a Black Hills Ranch; Author: Visit Amazon's Dan O'Brien Page; Review: This was a very good book and non-fiction. This guy ended up buying a ranch out west and building a buffalo ranch. Very well written and good read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Monkey's Raincoat; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Crais Page; Review: This is the first time that I've used these scissors and it "won't" be the last time. These are absolutely the sharpest scissors that I've ever used, nice size and I LOVE the blunt tip, they're "awesome". I would absolutely recommend that anybody that wants a really good pair of scissors to get these. Keep in mind, that I have only used them once so far. I will update this review after using them for a longer period of time. So far they are great! '; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 81 Days Below Zero: The Incredible Survival Story of a World War II Pilot in Alaska's Frozen Wilderness; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Murphy Page; Review: This is probably the worst story that I have ever read. The author rambles on and on about everything but what I wanted to read about , which is how the guy made it 81 days in the Alaskan wilderness. I do a lot of reading and I wouldn't read anything again that the author "Brian Murphy" has written, just plain awful. I skipped through most of the book because it was so boring.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grizzly Killer; Author: Visit Amazon's Lane R Warenski Page; Review: I am not much of a fiction reader but I thought this book was written really well and was very interesting all the way through. I would read more books from this author. I thought he wrote a good book for fiction. I have to laugh when it asks about the author whether the book has violence....well Duh, what is the name of this book? It's a good book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prairie Blood (Wilderness Series); Author: Visit Amazon's David Thompson Page; Review: This is a good read and very interesting all the way through the book. A bit unbelievable at times but good just the same. I like David Robbins writing. It doesn't get boring like some books do.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wish; Author: Visit Amazon's Barbara O'Connor Page; Review: This was a really cute story and very well written. It was good all the way through and had some funny places also to make me laugh. I really enjoyed it for a fiction book. I don't normally read fiction much but this was and exception and well worth reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tomahawk Revenge (Wilderness, #5); Author: Visit Amazon's David Thompson Page; Review: Good book all the way through. It starts out good and stays that way. Some of the things that happen are a bit Hard to believe but it was still a good non fiction book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Child Bride; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Glass Page; Review: Cathy Glass is a good writer. I like all of her books and this one is no exception. Very interesting to see what the rest of the world is like. Cathy has her hands full with her different children and she handles them all with such expertise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Gunfighter: The Forbidden; Author: Visit Amazon's William W. Johnstone Page; Review: There are just to many characters to keep track of and names to remember.. I didn't think the book itself was anything to brag about either. Nothing that I would buy again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Letter; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathryn Hughes Page; Review: This was a very good read and it was good from the beginning right through to the end. Very well written and not a bunch of characters to try and remember either. I am going to buy more books from this author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boomer's Bucket List; Author: Visit Amazon's Sue Pethick Page; Review: This wasn't anything special, just and o.k read. Nothing that I would recommend.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Who Will Hear Me When I Cry (The Tucker Series, Book 5) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's David Johnson Page; Review: The first four books were Great. This last book was pretty bad. It looks to me like Mr Johnson was scratching for something to write about on this one and failed miserably. Didn't like the way it started and didn't like the way it ended either. I should have given it a one star. Do NOT recommend this one at all, very boring.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Charles Leonard Multi-Purpose Felt Eraser, 5 x 2 x 1 Inch, Charcoal, 12-Pack (74500); Brand: Charles Leonard; Review: Product arrived on time and in packaging as promised. Not much to say...it's an eraser. It's not magnetic, and didn't claim to be. But, it works well. This whiteboard eraser came by itself in plastic wrap. It was purchased as a single and not part of a multi-pack.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 22x18 Cal Brd Blk Frm; Brand: The Board Dudes; Review: This white board is an effective planning tool, especially because it's magnetic. However, the construction is pitiful. The frame around the board barely stayed together long enought to be mounted, and looks as if it was covered with black contact paper (which is all bubbly near the corners). Good luck if you purchase more than one to hang next to each other. They are not symmetrical so they need to be arranged in such a way that they do not appear as crooked as they are. Looks great from a distance.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: iPad Pro 10.5 Case with wireless; Brand: Janvvoo; Review: We bought this shredder for use in our small office. We didn't need something super-industrial; just a mid-grade shredder to handle the occasional papers, and at certain times, the end-of-year cleanout of the files. Our Staples brand shredder had worked fine for a while, but eventually the blades morphed into a paper eating/twisting machine, and the actual shredding was a notion of long ago. Surprisingly (or not so much), this happened despite regular cleaning, paper removal, and oiling of the blades. So onto the Fellowes PS-77Cs shredder. This powerful little bundle of joy has made a nice addition to our office. While we have only had it a few weeks, it seems to work well, and we are so far pleased. A few observations of the machine: Pros: *Shreds 12-13 sheets at a time. I only actually got close to this once, but chickened out at about 10 - just testing it to see if it lived up to it's claims. *Handy paper thickness guide located on the front will tell you if you are trying to feed it more than it can handle. *Large removable bin that collects shreds and makes cleanup easy. *See-through indicator on bin so you know when it's getting full and needs to be emptied. *Finger sensor stops machine if you are too close so it doesn't grab your appendages for a mistaken meal. (This is great for an area with small children nearby, but also has a switch to disable it if you find it annoying.) *Durable blades appear to be very well-designed and constructed. Looks much less chinsy than our other shredder. Cons: *Not on wheels. Didn't realize how much I missed this feature until our old shredder died. Made it easier to move out of the corner when you are ready to empty the bin. *Slightly louder. Just a bit louder than our old shredder, though still fairly non-disruptive unless it is your cubicle mate. *Paper feeds slightly unusual. Unlike the smooth flow of the paper through our old machine, this shredder bounces it up and down slightly as if it pauses to chew before taking the next bite. It's a continuous flow, just a little more choppy, which may actually be why it works better and doesn't twist the paper or jam up so much. Overall, a great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quartet B243LC Prestige Bulletin Board, Brown Graphite-Blend Surface, 36 x 24, Cherry Frame; Brand: Quartet; Review: Was looking for a bulletin board that fits nicely on the wall next to my desk, but is not overwhelmingly large or cheap/classroom-like in appearance. This board fit the bill. It was easy to install and the brownish/gray color goes well with many colors. We have several large bulletin boards of the same style, but with a wood trim, in our main office - they too are very appealing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DURABLE SwingClip No-Punch Report Cover, Letter, Holds 30 Pages, Clear/Dark Blue, 5-Pack (226407); Brand: Durable; Review: We utilize these covers to present schedules, resumes, and other documents to our recruiters when they visit campus. They are relatively inexpensive, but give us an easy way to organize materials without looking cheap. So far, no issues with quality. In fact, I keep coming back to Amazon for them because our office supplier doesn't carry them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Chargers players were not happy when they heard Steelers anthem 'Renegade'; Abstract: During the Chargers' 24-17 home loss to Pittsburgh, players and fans were confused why Steelers anthem "Renegade" was playing.; Category: sports
Title: Where is 'Kokomo?' People are still searching for The Beach Boys' tropical island getaway; Abstract: You know the catchy, relaxing lyrics: "Off the Florida Keys, there's a place called Kokomo," goes the 1988 hit by The Beach Boys. Three decades later, people are still wondering, where is Kokomo?; Category: travel
Title: Miguel Cervantes' Wife Reveals Daughter, 3, 'Died in My Arms' After Entering Hospice Care; Abstract: Miguel Cervantes' Wife Reveals Daughter 'Died in My Arms' After Hospice Care; Category: tv
Title: Humanitarian crisis unfolds as violence escalates in Syria; Abstract: In little more than a week, longstanding alliances have crumbled and old enemies have teamed up after the U.S. began pulling its forces out and Turkey invaded Syria; Category: news
Title: Trailer - American Dharma; Abstract: Official Trailer; Category: movies
Title: Kmart, Sears store closings 2020: These stores are closing in January; Abstract: More than 100 Kmart and Sears stores will close by the end of 2019 and more closures are expected to continue into early 2020.; Category: finance
Title: An All-Female Flight Crew Took 120 Girls to NASA in an Initiative to Close Aviation's Gender Gap; Abstract: FAA data shows that women make up just over 7 percent of pilots in the U.S.; Category: news
Title: Harley-Davidson halts production of new electric motorcycles; Abstract: Harley-Davidson has halted production and deliveries of its new LiveWire electric motorcycle after reportedly discovering a problem with its charging mechanism.; Category: finance
Title: UFC champ Khabib Nurmagomedov seen training in a freezing river, because of course; Abstract: Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't mess around.; Category: sports
Title: Jalen Ramsey trade rumors: Rams acquire cornerback for three draft picks; Abstract: Jalen Ramsey finally got his wish. He will be playing for a Super Bowl contender.; Category: sports
Title: NFL bust Ryan Leaf explained why he's worried about Baker Mayfield; Abstract: Time to worry about Baker Mayfield?; Category: sports
Title: Nevada gambling bosses move to bar Wynn from casino industry; Abstract: The complaint filed Monday by the state's Gaming Control Board lists sexual misconduct allegations that have been lodged against the mogul since January 2018. The complaint asks Nevada's Gaming Commission, which acts on the board's recommendations and has final say on licensing, to fine Wynn and revoke his status as being found suitable to be licensed in the industry.; Category: finance
Title: 'Wheel Of Fortune' Guest Delivers Hilarious, Off The Rails Introduction; Abstract: We'd like to solve the puzzle, Pat: Blair Davis' loveless marriage? On Monday, "Wheel of Fortune" welcomed as a new contestant trucking business owner Blair Davis, who offered a biting introduction for himself. When host Pat Sajak asked the man from Cardiff, California, about his family, Davis plunged into one of the darkest personal summaries the show has likely ever heard. "I've been trapped in a loveless marriage for the last 12 years to an...; Category: tv
Title: Felicity Huffman begins prison sentence for college admissions scam; Abstract: The actress will spend 14 days inside a federal lockup outside of San Francisco.; Category: tv
Title: Mexico convulsed by second mass shooting in two days; Abstract: Fifteen people were killed in a gunfight in the southwestern Mexican state of Guerrero; Category: news
Title: Security camera spots SOS from woman lost for three days in Australia; Abstract: "There was a bit of euphoria that, wow there's our break," police said of the the SOS message.; Category: news
Title: Marines correct 74-year-old Iwo Jima error; Abstract: Historians determined that Cpl. Harold 'Pie' Keller was one of the six men who raised the flag.; Category: news
Title: Fred Smith Created FedEx. Now He Has to Reinvent It.; Abstract: The 75-year-old CEO confronts the rise of e-commerce, the challenge of Amazon and the travails of the Postal Service. They represent some of the greatest threats to the company he founded four decades ago.; Category: finance
Title: Unprecedented movement detected on California earthquake fault capable of 8.0 temblor; Abstract: A major California fault capable of producing a magnitude 8 earthquake has begun moving for the first time on record, a result of this year's Ridgecrest earthquake sequence destabilizing nearby faults, Caltech scientists say in a new study released in the journal Science on Thursday. In the modern historical record, the 160-mile-long Garlock fault on the northern edge of the Mojave Desert has never been observed to produce either a strong...; Category: news
Title: Pence Just Ratified All of Turkey's War Aims in Syria; Abstract: Last month, at the United Nations, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan waved a map of northeastern Syria before the world's dignitaries.; Category: news
Title: Hours before passing, Elijah Cummings signed subpoenas directed to two US immigration agencies; Abstract: In one of his last official acts before his death, the late House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings signed two subpoenas for documents related to a temporary end to a policy change that allowed some immigrants with severe health issues to remain in the US.; Category: news
Title: I Did a Plank Every Day for 3 Months With My Husband and It Helped More Than Just My Core; Abstract: We're sticking with this new healthy habit because there's a side benefit to our relationship.; Category: health
Title: Gabbard hits back at 'queen of warmongers' Clinton; Abstract: Presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) did not hold back Friday when responding to 2016 nominee Hilary Clinton's suggestion that she is the "favorite of the Russians" for 2020, excoriating the former secretary of State as "the queen of warmongers" and "personification of the rot that has sickened the Democratic Party."; Category: news
Title: U.S. Marshals Auctioning Off 149 Vehicles From DC Solar Scam; Abstract: The largest single car collection that the USMS has ever sold!; Category: autos
Title: 20 Things You Should Never Say to Someone Battling Cancer; Abstract: A cancer diagnosis can change a person's life. If you truly want to show support, make sure you're not accidentally dropping these phrases in conversation.; Category: health
Title: 37 Things Americans Do That Confuse the Rest of the World; Abstract: What's up with those bathroom stalls?; Category: lifestyle
Title: Why GM and Michelin's airless Uptis is the future of car and truck tires; Abstract: The airless tires are expected to launch on a General Motors vehicle by 2024.; Category: autos
Title: Highest paid musicians in 2019; Abstract: The music industry has become increasingly dynamic in a world of visual albums, mixtapes, collaboration albums, and more and more streaming. With all of these moving parts, it's difficult to understand how much musicians are actually making. Stacker collected 2018 Billboard data rankings released in July 2019 that show the top 40 paid musicians in the world.; Category: music
Title: Temperatures in Antarctica are so warm, the ozone hole shrank to smallest size on record; Abstract: Unusually warm temperatures above Antarctica this month caused the ozone hole to shrink to its smallest size on record according to NOAA scientists.; Category: video
Title: Dallas NBC station apologizes for delaying tornado warning during Cowboys' game vs. Eagles; Abstract: Dallas' local NBC affiliate waited six minutes to interrupt the Cowboys' game against the Eagles to provide a tornado warning.; Category: sports
Title: Missing West Point cadet found dead, officials say; Abstract: A U.S. Military Academy cadet who vanished last week has been found dead, officials said Wednesday.; Category: news
Title: Good Housekeeping Releases List Of Top Toys For 2019; Abstract: Good Housekeeping puts kids to work testing out hundreds of new toys that get ranked for creativity, educational value, and safety. CBS2's Chris Wragge reports.; Category: video
Title: World's largest treehouse burns to the ground; Abstract: The entire structure collapsed in less than 15 minutes; Category: news
Title: G.M. Workers Approve Contract and End U.A.W. Strike; Abstract: The longest nationwide strike against General Motors in half a century ended on Friday after a solid majority of the company's union members delivered their support for the four-year contract hammered out by their leaders. The United Auto Workers union emerged with substantial wage increases and succeeded in ending a two-tier wage structure that had been a particular irritant in its ranks. It also won commitments to new G.M. investments in...; Category: finance
Title: Aspen Ladd's suspension for scary weight cut lifted after showing focus on 'real weight loss'; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: What's behind the 'mystery surcharge' at some California gas stations?; Abstract: Gov. Gavin Newsom thinks oil companies may be "engaging in false advertising or price fixing" and he has called on Attorney General Xavier Bacerra to open an investigation into what UC Berkeley professor Severin Borenstein has long called the "mystery gasoline surcharge."; Category: finance
Title: College Football Playoff Chase: Who's Still In The Hunt After Week 9?; Abstract: Which top teams have the best chance of getting into the College Football Playoff after Week 9?; Category: sports
Title: Divers Find Giant Mysterious 'Egg' Floating In Ocean; Abstract: A team of divers set off to explore a sunken World War II ship off the Norwegian coast, but what they found was something far more mysterious. While making their way back to shore, Ronald Raasch, Nils Baadness and Brynjar Aarnseth came face-to-face with a giant floating orb. The bubble hovered 17 meters (56 feet) below the surface and appeared to be see-through. The divers turned their flashlights on it and realized that the sphere was filled...; Category: lifestyle
Title: Arnold Schwarzenegger among stars forced to evacuate homes as California wildfires rage; Abstract: Thousands of Los Angeles residents -- including stars like Arnold Schwarzenegger -- were forced to evacuate their homes Monday morning after a wildfire broke out on the west side of the city, dubbed the Getty Fire.; Category: entertainment
Title: The Case for a Honda Accord Type R Sport Sedan? How Does 350-HP-Plus Sound?; Abstract: It wouldn't be hard for Honda to build the sportiest factory Accord that's never existed; Category: autos
Title: 'I Stayed Off Social Media Entirely Because Of My Weight. Then I Discovered Intermittent Fasting And Lost 109 Lbs.'; Abstract: After going through years of cancer treatment, Alicia Latrice Smith says she gained a lot of weight. She tweaked her diet and lost 109 pounds.; Category: health
Title: NFL Week 9 Power Rankings: More ammo for Belichick as greatest coach ever; Abstract: Doug Farrar offers up myriad surprises in Touchdown Wire's Week 9 NFL Power Rankings.; Category: sports
Title: U.S. bill would provide Puerto Rico a path to statehood; Abstract: U.S. bill would provide Puerto Rico a path to statehood; Category: news
Title: 18 West Coast Restaurant Chains the Entire Country Needs; Abstract: From Japanese curry shops, to donuts, ice cream, burgers, and Mexican food, here are our favorite West Coast chains.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Second powerful quake hits South Philippines; Abstract: A powerful quake struck in the southern Philippines on Thursday sending people fleeing from homes, schools and malls, with initial reports of damage to some buildings. The 6.5 magnitude quake hit the island of Mindanao, the US Geological Survey said, in the same area where a strong tremor killed at least six people on Tuesday.; Category: news
Title: Chargers owner Dean Spanos shoots down report of possible London move with expletive-laden denial; Abstract: Dean Spanos responded with sharp language to a report from The Athletic indicating the Chargers had been discussed for a potential move to London.; Category: sports
Title: 2020 Performance Car of the Year; Abstract: Eleven worthy competitors, one surprising winner.; Category: autos
Title: A man dies in Hawaii after falling into a lava tube in his yard; Abstract: An elderly man died after falling into a lava tube on his property in Hilo, Hawaii, police announced on Wednesday.; Category: news
Title: Reporter Can't Stop Laughing After Cat Interrupts News Segment; Abstract: This just in this cat, to be precise. Artur Lira The other day, Brazilian journalist Artur Lira was filming a news segment outside a police station when, much to his surprise, a far more adorable story broke right before his eyes. Smack-dab in the middle of Lira's report, a cat appeared at his feet demanding both his and the camera's attention.As you'll see, Lira couldn't help but laugh at the unexpected interruption (especially when the...; Category: news
Title: This Is The Moment A Senior Shelter Dog Knew He Was Safe; Abstract: Finding happiness is no guarantee for pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters especially for dogs like Jack.; Category: news
Title: 'It's not over': Sarah Palin says she is fighting to repair her marriage; Abstract: Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin said she learned her husband, Todd, wanted a divorce in an email from his lawyer and that the two are seeking counseling.; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: North by Northwest (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rear Window (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Caddyshack (1980); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cider House Rules (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Birds (1963); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chicken Run (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Emma (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Is Spinal Tap (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Fight the Future (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Ideal Husband (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia 2000 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The American President (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Like Water for Chocolate (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The English Patient (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Not One Less (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Music of the Heart (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buena Vista Social Club (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Simple Plan (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Primary Colors (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antz (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waking Ned Devine (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Rainmaker (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boiler Room (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dinner Game (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Luzhin Defence (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dish (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cape Fear (1962); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow Falling on Cedars (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Fine Day (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shadow Magic (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Il Postino (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ransom (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Meet Joe Black (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Into the Arms of Strangers: Stories of the Kindertransport (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Truman Show (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Contender (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rebecca (1940); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Frank Lloyd Wright (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chariots of Fire (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gosford Park (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Battlestar Galactica (1978); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: V: The Original Miniseries (1983); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: U-571 (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Amistad (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Notorious (1946); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ER: Season 1 (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The X-Files: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Holland's Opus (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Law & Order: Season 1 (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Michael (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Simon Birch (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mostly Martha (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Other Side of Heaven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 2 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia (1940); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Til There Was You (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 24: Season 2 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Making Mr. Right (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: V: The Final Battle (1984); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Room with a View: Special Edition (1986); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Again (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Strictly Ballroom (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The West Wing: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alias: Season 3 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alice in Wonderland (1951); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sliding Doors (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Next Stop Wonderland (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wonder Woman: Season 1 (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Philadelphia Story (1940); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Burnt by the Sun (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Color of Paradise (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Catch a Thief (1955); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Roman Holiday (1953); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Africa (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rebel Without a Cause: Special Edition (1955); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Creature Comforts (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Up Baby (1938); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Chorus (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scrooge (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The God of All Comfort: Finding Your Way into His Arms; Author: Visit Amazon's Dee Brestin Page; Review: Excellent book, well written. I am doing the Bible study taken from this book, so having the "full story" has been important and helpful. Having the book on my kindle is even better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Destinies: A Novel (Secrets of the Cross Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Musser Page; Review: Musser makes us think, examine faith, consider weighty matters. A great read...I have since bought several other kindle books by her and will look for more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Testaments: A Novel (Secrets of the Cross Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Musser Page; Review: The whole trilogy is worthwhile, thought-provoking, challenging, and motivates the reader's faith as well as confidence in God's Word and motives.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Clear Light of Day: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Penelope Wilcock Page; Review: Wilcock gives the reader much to chew on in this book, as in her previous works. A good read and worth re-reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kansas City Star More Adventures with Leaders and Enders: Make Even More Quilts in Less Time; Author: Visit Amazon's Bonnie K. Hunter Page; Review: I love Bonnie's books and was excited to see the kindle edition of this book come out. However, the purpose for my trying the sample was to see how the patterns appear on the kindle page. Only the sample didn't include those, so I'm now unsure as to whether having the kindle edition of the book would be worthwhile, or if I should just get the print version...which is 3 times the cost.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Night Comes; Author: Visit Amazon's Dan Walsh Page; Review: I purchased this book because I have enjoyed some of Dan Walsh's books in the past. I was not disappointed in terms of the story. However, the book suffers from a lack of editing, or insufficient editing. There are grammatical and syntax errors as well as spelling errors. The book could benefit from tighter editing all around. I did enjoy this departure from Walsh's usual themes, I think he has a future in suspense writing, but I really prefer his inspirational novels best, so far.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Amid the Ashes: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Mesu Andrews Page; Review: A fascinating read, good insights into biblical characters and their thinking. Look forward to more from this author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mitford Years Complete Set, Volumes 1-9; Author: Visit Amazon's Jan Karon Page; Review: I had read all the Mitford books but did not own them all. Thanks to this purchase, I now have a complete set!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enemies Among Us: A Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Hamer Page; Review: There was a lot of insight into the life and work of an undercover FBI agent, and a lot to think about with regard to domestic terrorism in the U.S. The faith theme that permeated the book was excellent and handled very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Third Target: A J. B. Collins Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Joel C. Rosenberg Page; Review: Joel Rosenberg has written another winner. Of course, it kept me up at night with all the suspense. A thought-provoking read, to be sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Life Unplanned; Author: Visit Amazon's Patty Seitz Page; Review: A bit amateurishly written; despite claims that author's husband helped with editing, there were many misspelled and misused words in just the first few chapters. Then there was the liberal use of the "f" word later in the book. That is just not necessary. At all.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Two Days in Caracas: A Titus Ray Thriller (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Luana Ehrlich Page; Review: Liked this book so much that I kept my eyes open for more by this author. Kudos, Luana Ehrlich!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Weeks in Washington: A Titus Ray Thriller (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Luana Ehrlich Page; Review: This is the third in the Titus Ray series by Luana Ehrlich that I have read. I am eager for the fourth in the series to come out. A very enjoyable read, all of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the Way Home: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Tatlock Page; Review: A fascinating read. I'm still reading, actually. Lots of insight on how the world was for Japanese-Americans in WW II after Pearl Harbor. A sad and shameful era in our nation's history, but this story is one of love and friendship that transcends barriers of all kinds. This is not a typical Ann Tatlock book, so it surprised me when I started it, but it's a very, very good read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Place Called Morning; Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Tatlock Page; Review: Riveting and redemptive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Silk Hibiscus; Author: Visit Amazon's Alice J. Wisler Page; Review: This was the best Ann Tatlock book I have read yet. Poignant, moving, insightful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The German Suitcase; Author: Visit Amazon's Greg Dinallo Page; Review: It was a very good story and I really enjoyed reading it. I would recommend this book to anyone enjoying history.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intimate Secrets (Intrigue, 566); Author: Visit Amazon's B J Daniels Page; Review: B. J. Daniels is always good reading and her story line is always different. I enjoy reading her stories and can hardly wait until her next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brands Who Came for Christmas (The Oklahoma All-Girl Brands) (Silhouette Intimate Moments, 1039); Author: Visit Amazon's Maggie Shayne Page; Review: I have enjoyed all of Maggie Shayne's books. She is a very good author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Montana Sky Christmas: A Sweetwater Springs Short Story Collection (Montana Sky Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Debra Holland Page; Review: First book of Debra Holland's that I have read where I was disappointed. It is definitely not up to her standard.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Masked Man; Author: Visit Amazon's B.J. Daniels Page; Review: I have read all of the B. J. Daniels books and prefer hers, I wish she would write faster.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: New High End Leather Bifold Credit Card Holder #1529CF; Brand: Marshal; Review: just what I had been looking for to fit into my day planner; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DEEZOMO PU Leather Credit Card Holder with 26 Card Slots; Brand: ; Review: I show it off to others; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Smash Buck Mono Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nunn Bush Men's Randall Gladiator Sandal; Brand: Nunn Bush; Review: added Velcro on strap to help fit ankle, which swells due to auto accident; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Playtex Women's Front-Close Full Coverage Bra with Flex Back #4695; Brand: ; Review: A well-fitting and supportive bra does what it promises; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playtex Women's Front-Close Full Coverage Bra with Flex Back #4695; Brand: ; Review: A well-fitting and supportive bra does what it promises; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nurse Mates Women's Compression Trouser Socks, Ekg Print, XX; Brand: Nurse Mates; Review: enjoy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Basket Matte and Shine Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: NEED A NARROWER HEEL AND WIDER TOE; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hyatt Regency Bishkek; City: Bishkek; Review: This Hotel can't be an original Hyatt! The first room was old, shabby and depraved and smelled like an ashtray! The second room was old and depraved and smelled bad of sweat! The third room was old and depraved aswell but it smelled at least not that bad. The warm water did not work properly and the toilet flush container took very long to refill, so we could not use the toilet successively. My dear love bought and ate a sandwich with ham, kind of mayonnaise, cheese and eggs in the Hotels market and got a massive diarrhoea and a bad nausea. We both could not sleep at all, because of his sickness (Imagine how diarrhoea and nausea is, when the toilet flush is not working properly) The next day we found out that the sandwich was expired 2 days before! We told the manager what happened, she was very kind and invited us for lunch. She seemed to be very competent and professional. I don't think that all the issues are the results of the hotels mismanagement. I think that the Hyatt headquarter provodes them a penuriously budget because its "only" a hotel in Bishkek not in Paris or Milano.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Orion Hotel Bishkek; City: Bishkek; Review: We stayed in the Orion in April 2018. First of all we need to say that the manager of the Hotel, Roman, took great care of us - his hospitality was simply amazing and we will never forget. He did so many nice things for us to make our stay just perfect. The staff was also super friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and in a high quality league. The hand made pralines must be tasted! The hotel itself has a charming flair (check out the bar on the ground floor) and the rooms are barock styled and very exclusive. There are some nice details in the bathrooms, like Aqua de Parma soaps; thick, cosy towels; high quality bathroom armatures. Prima liga!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ritz Carlton Astana; City: Astana Akmola Province; Review: If you consider a journey to Astana, you have to stay in this hotel! This hotel provides the next level of luxury and hospitality. I have never seen such elegant and classy rooms before. The rooms are fully smart home connectable, with futuristic control panels and sensors plus an extra fast wifi signal. The entire hotel is exclusive and highclass, not only the in/exterieur, also the hotel-staff. They are well educated and very diligent. A great hard working crew, that made any tiny detail perfect for us. The spa is well endowed and super clean, what is very very very important for me. I did really not expect this perfection. It is the best hotel I've ever been in.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay; City: Montego Bay Saint James Parish Jamaica; Review: We had a wonderful stay in this perfect resort! The rooms are luxury, decorative and charming (kind of colional style) The bed is the best, we've ever slept in <3 <3 XLarge and cosy! The bathroom is elegant and modern. Everything worked well. The room manager Marco does a perfect job! The resort area is very large and well tended. The beach - parts are perfect. Clear water, clean sand --a paradise! The room service staff was a bit "interesting", they brought us very often the wrong meals and reacted rude when we asked them to bring us the right orderinG. The food was a little bit too sweet and heavy for us (we are Euros, for US citizens its perfect) There was a big variety of different kinds of foods and beverages and everything was fresh and high quality. Since this wonderful stay in the wild orchids I am convinced that secrets will be the first choice for us in future; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya; City: Akumal Yucatan Peninsula; Review: The secrets akumal is one of the best secrets ever. Its a very mytical place without drunk, loud people. The guests were all classy and elegant. Everything was great: -The hotel crew is so nice and helpful. -The food is excellent. -the rooms are luxury in any category -the resort is 100% clean. - yes, there is seaweed at the beach, but they work day and night for removing it. Perfect management Br Claudia and Christopher; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dances with Wolves (1990); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard: With a Vengeance (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cliffhanger (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: While You Were Sleeping (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Addams Family Values (1993); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop III (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Demolition Man (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rock, The (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Residency Fort; City: Mumbai Maharashtra; Review: The area of the Hotel was ideal & Secure. Very friendly Staff & environment. House keeping were punctual and very hygene. Management was also very efficient and helpfull at all times. Excellent food!.. Club rooms were exclusive, very comforting and clean. Good restaurants in the neighbourhood.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arc Hotel; City: Morogoro Morogoro Region; Review: This is my fourth visit & I can positively recommend this hotel to everybody visiting Morogoro, I have previously stayed in most of the hotels here & this one stands out with excellent views, very good food, polite staff. They keep on improving services, this time round the breakfast has a wider choice with pure butter, cheese & cappuccino added, the food menu has more variety & pizzas are now extremely good. The thing I enjoy the most is waking up in the morning & sitting outside the balcony sipping hot coffee (facility provided in the room) enjoying the tranquil mountain view. I also enjoy sitting in the garden area having drinks along with my family & friends in the evening, prices are more than reasonable & atmosphere is perfect compared to any other hotel can provide. I would recommend the management to consider training the staff to better understand English language & also consider putting up a swimming pool.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Palacio De Goa; City: Panjim North Goa District Goa; Review: Spent a week in this hotel, room price is very reasonable and staff helpful, restaurant also serves good food especially the thali meals at lunch time but room service lets it down, there is a constant smell of dust in the rooms which can get you sick as was in my case so anybody with allergies to dust should be cautious.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Arc Hotel; City: Morogoro Morogoro Region; Review: This is my 5th visit here but after over a years absence, this time round it was not the same as the last 4 visits where they had offered better service every time we visited, this time they have gone a step backwards, the maintenance of rooms is not looked at with door locks broken, bathroom fixtures crumbling and their breakfast menu is not as good as before. The only positive thing about this hotel which remains is the breathtaking view and the politeness/courtesy of staff which has not been affected.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Elphinstone Annexe; City: Mumbai Maharashtra; Review: This was my 1st visit, chose this hotel out of many due to proximity, when I got there the taxi driver told me it was a mistake taking this hotel as its rundown which was his view after looking at the building from the outside, believe me from the inside its a different story altogether! This hotel is just one floor in the building with rooms all round, the rooms are excellent with all necessities present, we had a very comfortable stay here. The other positive thing about this hotel is the staff, from the manager who is a gem of a person to the cook and the cleaners who are very polite & extremely helpful. I would recommend this hotel to everybody looking for a peaceful stay in Mumbai and would advise not to get dettered by the appearance outside but to step in & judge for yourself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swiss Wellness Spa Resort; City: Hurghada Red Sea and Sinai; Review: Swiss Wellness is a truly magnificent hotel however small it is, all the staff are very pleasant & helpful especially the Director Mr Gamal, he goes out of his way to help you out in any way possible, he was very helpful in getting us the most reasonable quote for various excursions & also pointed out the best place to change foreign currency. The rooms maybe small but have all the amenities you require for a comfortable stay, furthermore the room rate is very reasonable compared to the nearby hotels. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anybody looking for a stress free & affordable stay. Keep up the good work Mr Gamal & Team!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Turtle Bay Beach Club; City: Watamu Coast Province; Review: The best service I have experienced so far in an all inclusive resort, from the reception desk while checking in to the restaurant all the staff are polite & courteous, most of them will come to ask you if everything is ok & also repeatedly ask if you need something. The food is always more than adequate at all times from breakfast to dinner while in between the day they promptly bring you snacks. Compared to all the all inclusive resorts I have visited this one is by far the best. Recommending to everybody looking for excellent service for a peaceful & stressless vacation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Landmark Plaza Baniyas; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: The hotel was a correct choice as our stay went hassle free, corner room (915) was bigger than the rest in the center, baby cot was provided free, wifi router was inside the room hence internet was excellent with speeds up to 50 mbps. The only issue we had sometimes was that water would spill out of the tub but that was due to not placing the shower curtain properly, you need to be careful while doing this as a small gap left open & you've got yourself a wet bathroom floor. Since many guests have this issue, I would suggest to the hotel management to consider installing some sort of glass cubicle or replacing the aging tubs with a shower cubicle. A special thank you to Ashraf at the reception who checked us in & allocated the best room to us, the Cameroonian cleaner who went out of his way to clean the room at whatever time we requested sometimes even after 5pm & Saleem at the concierge desk for all his help in regard to airport transfer & luggage.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Costco is going to extremes to keep its rotisserie chickens at $4.99; Abstract: At the back of Costco's stores, past the televisions, jewelry, jumbo-sized ketchup jugs and tubs of mixed nuts, is one of the retailer's most prized items: The rotisserie chicken that costs just $4.99.; Category: finance
Title: How Often Should You Change Synthetic Oil?; Abstract: There's more than one answer, so let us simplify it for you, starting with outlining the advantages of synthetic oil.; Category: autos
Title: The 10 best fast-food chicken restaurants across the US; Abstract: From Bojangles and Popeyes to Wingstop and KFC, there are plenty of chains across the US that will satisfy your fast-food chicken cravings.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Food Network star Carl Ruiz died of clogged arteries; Abstract: Food Network's Carl Ruiz's cause of death was "atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease," The Maryland Department of Health confirmed.; Category: tv
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: 35 grocery store items you should never pay full price for; Abstract: These grocery items and household staples should never be bought at full price. Save money at the store with coupons and sales.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: TV Shows Ending in 2020; Abstract: ; Category: tv
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: Pizza Hut is testing out a plant-based 'meat' topping called 'Incogmeato'; Abstract: Plant-based "meat" is finally coming to Pizza Hut, but only for one day at a Phoenix location. Here's how to get your hands on an "Incogmeato" pizza.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Surprising Ingredients That Will Make You Think Twice About Your Favorite Foods; Abstract: Unless you're eating fresh from a farm, there are likely plenty of surprising additives, preservatives, packing, and processes that might take you by surprise when it comes to everyday food. While some might give you qualms before biting in, there are also some that are odd and surprising without being dangerous.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Whoopi Goldberg Asks Meghan McCain to 'Respect' Her 'View' Co-Hosts During Heated Discussion; Abstract: 'I'm not trying to cut you off, I'm trying to get you heard.'; Category: tv
Title: McDonald's apologizes for 'Sundae Bloody Sundae' Halloween promotion; Abstract: McDonald's has canceled a promotion for a "Sundae Bloody Sundae" ice cream that was available in Portugal for Halloween.; Category: finance
Title: Tornado watch: More than 12 million Americans under a tornado watch on Halloween; Abstract: More than 12 million US residents were living in areas under a tornado watch Thursday, forecasters with the National Weather Service said.; Category: weather
Title: Unexpected ingredients that go great with eggs; Abstract: Scrambled eggs are one of the simplest ways to use an egg, but there's no better way to demonstrate its versatility than by mixing in these add-ins.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Racially and ethnically motivated terrorism rose alarmingly in 2018 -U.S. State Dept; Abstract: Racially and ethnically motivated terrorism rose alarmingly in 2018 -U.S. State Dept; Category: news
Title: Solange Knowles splits with husband ahead of anniversary; Abstract: Solange Knowles announced the split on Instagram, saying she and Alan Ferguson have "separated and parted ways."; Category: music
Title: 8 New Artists We Can't Wait To See Perform At The EMAs; Abstract: It's their time to shine.; Category: music
Title: 31 TV reboots, remakes, and spin-offs that are in the works; Abstract: From classics like "Grease" to newer shows like "Gossip Girl," here are all the revivals to look out for.; Category: tv
Title: Prince Harry Has the Sweetest Response When Young Student Calls Him Handsome During Japan Trip; Abstract: Prince Harry Has Sweet Response When Student Calls Him Handsome; Category: lifestyle
Title: President Trump says UFC reception was 'like walking into a Trump Rally'; Abstract: Despite hearing boos, President Trump compares reception from crowd at UFC 244 in New York to one at a campaign event. "Plenty of MAGA ..."; Category: sports
Title: 25 bathrooms? Former Clinton labor secretary says Bezos' mansion helps make case for soaking the rich; Abstract: Robert Reich served as labor secretary in the Clinton administration, where he was named by Time Magazine as one of the 10 most effective cabinet secretaries of the 20th century. He's a Rhodes scholar, a best-selling author, a documentarian and a professor of public policy at UC Berkeley. What he's not, apparently, is a fan of billionaires clinging to their riches.; Category: finance
Title: No. 1 milk company declares bankruptcy amid drop in demand; Abstract: Dean Foods blamed a decadeslong drop in milk consumption that has seen people turn to alternatives like soda, juice and almond milk.; Category: finance | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Origami: The Complete Practical Guide to the Ancient Art of Paperfolding; Author: Rick Beech; Review: My very creative 9 year old fell in love with Origami. He has looked at many different books to help in make his "creations". This is by far the best one that he likes to the point where it is now the only book he wants to us. The explanations and illustrations make origami easy for him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hopeless; Author: Visit Amazon's Colleen Hoover Page; Review: Incredible! !!!! I couldn't put it down. Even better than Slammed and Point of Retreat. This is a story of falling in love and coping with abuse.. Have a Kleenex box close by.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 100 Days of Real Food: How We Did It, What We Learned, and 100; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Leake Page; Review: I can't speak highly enough about this book. Everything that I have made my family from this book has been very successful! I have a very picky 11-year-old eater. He likes a lot of what I have made. At one point reading Lisa's book, I thought... Oh, no! I cannot unlearn this stuff! But, she makes this extremely challenging journey of healthy eating much easier. Step by step approach to every aspect of feeding your family from where to shop, what to buy where, what to change first. She also does it in a way that you don't feel like a villain if you do not change everything all at once. She makes you feel encouraged and exciting to make the changes. Highly recommend this book for everyone!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Great Food Fast : Bob Warden's Ultimate Pressure Cooker Recipes; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Warden Page; Review: I use this cookbook almost every day!!! I bought an Instant Pot and this book has been an invaluable resource for learning to cook with my IP.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rock Chick Reawakening; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristen Ashley Page; Review: I couldn't have asked for a better Daisy and Marcus story. The bow on the top of a fantastic series of stories. I don't want to spoil any if the goodness of this story, so I am not going to sa h specifics. Just so heart breaking and so heart warming at the same time. I always appreciated Marcus' love for Daisy which made me love him. But, after his story, I love him on his own. The man knows what he wants. And he wants and LOVES Daisy! Lucky girl!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Tremarne Hotel; City: Mevagissey Cornwall England; Review: Michael and Fizz (the owners) treated us as old friends. Nothing was too much bother. The rooms excellent and meals delicious. One suggestion- the possibility of bar meals in the evening as the food was terriffic but a bit too much and rich to have each night. Other than that we were sad to leave and will certainly return. (don't forget the traffic lights- Fizz!). The staff were also great and always attentive and smiling. A great week; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Regina Olga Hotel; City: Cernobbio Lake Como Lombardy; Review: Hotel in lovely position. Staff excellant, chef gave me recipe for fab rissotto. Sheets and towels changed daily. Part of package company but still 100% marks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Academie; City: Bruges West Flanders Province; Review: Just spent 4 days in Bruges. Stayed in Academie hotel, bed and breakfast and could not fault it. Near to canal, park, horse and carriages, shops etc. Close to restaurants for evening meals. Vivaldi did excellant 3 courses set meals for 20-25 euros.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Kensington Earl s Court Hotel; City: London England; Review: Good location for tube, museums and Royal Albert hall. Good breakfast and also had nice meal one evening. Few minutes from Earls court tube. Within 20 minutes walk in well lit safe area for museums ans Royal Albert hall; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Evans Hotel; City: Llandudno Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: Very small single room.lots of outside noise, not easy to park nearby.not a lot of choice for breakfast but good English breakfast. Asked for early breakfast but not able to do this for our party. Ok in parts.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge York Central Layerthorpe; City: York North Yorkshire England; Review: Good location, very clean, friendly staff and although very busy, well run breakfast buffet, nothing too much trouble. Within walking distance of city, good carparking, near to supermarkets if required.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Rouen Champ de Mars Hotel; City: Rouen Seine Maritime Haute Normandie Normandy; Review: Nice hotel, restaurant and bar good. A good 10 to 15 minutes walk into town. Breakfast ok. Part of a group, good on first day but totally understaffed and coffee, juice, crockery etc not replaced on last day. Water and tea coffee facilities in room good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shore to Shore; City: Llandudno Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: Lovely B &B, good position, parking, nice breakfast, very helpful hosts. Rooms tastefully decorated, excellant shower. Tea and coffee in room with biscuits and cakes! Ideally placed between West Shore and North Shore, hence the name! Fully recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheep on Sheep Street; City: Stow on the Wold Cotswolds England; Review: Lovely hotel, exceptional service, nice food. Loved coffee machine and bottled water in the room. Car park a bit tight but managed ok. Good selection of toiletries, spotless. Would have liked some tissues in room and a non slip mat in bath and or grab handles, but did not spoil my weekend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Generic Styli for iPhone 4G/3G/3GS - Non-Retail Packaging - Pack of 5; Brand: Generic; Review: Great price and arrived super early...25 days ahead of schedule. On the downside, each stylus did not have the described tether or mobile phone attachment.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bushnell Powerview Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular; Brand: Bushnell; Review: Nice optics and focus for basic binoculars, which comes with a nice compact case.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sabrent 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub (9" Cable) with Individual Power Switches and LEDs [White] (HB-UMLW); Brand: Sabrent; Review: Small, compact and functional, but the indicator lights are bright when the buttons are pressed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Cruzer Edge CZ51 8GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive, Black- SDCZ51-008G-B35; Brand: SanDisk; Review: Only 7.2 GB capacity.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Belkin N150 Wireless/WiFi N Router (Latest Generation); Brand: Belkin; Review: Super-fast router and has versatile placement hook-up options.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech MK270 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Keyboard and Mouse Included, 2.4GHz Dropout-Free Connection, Long Battery Life (Frustration-Free; Brand: Logitech; Review: This Logitech keyboard/mouse combo is sleek and stylish. The keyboard has a nice and smooth feel and the mouse is accurate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lexar High-Performance microSDXC 300x 64GB UHS-I/U1 w/Adapter Flash Memory Card - LSDMI64GB1NL300A; Brand: Lexar; Review: Great high capacity mini SD card.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Braun MX2050 PowerMax 525-Watt 58-Ounce Jug Blender; Brand: Braun; Review: I made the mistake of buying the thirty-dollar refurbished version from Amazon. Big mistake. Only 2 of the speeds worked. I could have lived with it, except for the fact that one of the speeds WASN'T pulse. So I had no choice to send it back. I probably should have gone for a new one of these, since they generally have good reviews....but my wife liked the Kitchen Aid better (since it matches our food processor). If you're looking for a fifty-dollar blender, I don't know that you can do better than this. Four stars because Braun (and Amazon) should have some kind of quality-control on selling these refurbed blenders! Amazon does have a great return policy, which quickly processed my return.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dream Supreme Plus Gel Fiber-Filled Pillows, King (Set of 2); Brand: Dream Supreme; Review: We needed a couple of extra pillows at the house for guests, and this pillow set happened to be on for a extra-low price....so I decided to 'pad' my order with them. They are good pillows for the cost. Not quite as comfortable as I was expecting....but still solid, low-cost pillows to have on hand.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cuisinart SPB-600MR SmartPower Deluxe Die Cast Blender, Metallic Red; Brand: Cuisinart; Review: It's always tough to review a blender after only a month, especially if it was a gift for my retired mother. A lot of crappy blenders still look pretty good after only a month. The real test will be where things are 2-3 years from now. I was able to use the blender while making a large batch (30+ people) of carrot soup puree. And my mother has used it quite extensively to make various smoothies and the like. Initial impressions -- We both really like the wide base. You really don't have to worry about it tipping over at all. The seal and blade assembly come apart and put back together very easily for cleaning -- I actually like this design better than my own slightly more expensive KitchenAid blender with the irremovable bottom. It's easy to tighten and untighten, even for my mother, without it leaking. The top is real nice for adding things to your purees. There are also nice speed controls to keep it from shooting out the top when you start your pureeing. Sturdy base that's easily cleaned. Nice stainless steel look for the counter-top. No real negatives to speak of so far. For the price, it definitely is a solid blending machine!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic NC-EH22PC Water Boiler 2.3-Quart with Temperature Selector; Brand: Panasonic; Review: It's not a Zoji....but it works just as well after a couple of months. Will see how it's doing after a couple of years. Only complaint is many of my co-workers are now using the thing now, and I really need a bigger one -- the size is really only sufficient for 2 people. If you need it for a lively home or office area, definitely get a bigger one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic NC-EH22PC Water Boiler 2.3-Quart with Temperature Selector; Brand: Panasonic; Review: It's not a Zoji....but it works just as well after a couple of months. Will see how it's doing after a couple of years. Only complaint is many of my co-workers are now using the thing now, and I really need a bigger one -- the size is really only sufficient for 2 people. If you need it for a lively home or office area, definitely get a bigger one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: SpringHill Suites at Anaheim Resort Convention Center; City: Anaheim California; Review: This Springhill Suites is located in great location for convention and Disney activities The rooms are well done and well maintained. The staff are well trained, friendly and helpful for finding local attractions. It's a good family value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seaside Motel; City: Cayucos San Luis Obispo County California; Review: This small courtyard type motel is very well managed by friendly, informative owner operators. The rooms are very clean and well kept. The garden area is relaxing. City attractions and beach access are very walkable from its city center location.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Tucson East Williams Centre; City: Tucson Arizona; Review: This is a well run inn, clean with helpful staff. It is isolated off I-10 because of military base so it is not an easy on easy off stop. An advantage could be mall shopping across the street. Or not.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn San Diego Carlsbad; City: Carlsbad California; Review: This Residence Inn is well managed and maintained. It is very convenient to Legoland and Carlsbad Village. It's very family with children friendly. You may want to wear shoulder pads to the busy crowded weekend breakfast service, but the hardworking staff keep the buffet full and dining area clean. The rooms are well stocked for short term living-needs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites El Paso West; City: El Paso Texas; Review: The staff are friendly and work hard to make you feel welcome and you stay satisfying. but this Inn is starting to seem worn and outdated and needs some new investment to bring it up to NHilton brand expectations.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan Resort All Inclusive; City: Freeport Grand Bahama Island ; Review: Lighthouse Point is located very nicely on a beautiful stretch of Lucayan beach and across from the popular Market Place. It is family friendly and with excellent security provides a safe Bahamian experience. The staff are friendly and efficient. Unfortunately the island has been hit hard in recent hurricanes and most of the community and natural areas are devastated and undergoing a slow recovery. You might be disappointed in your Caribbean island expectations; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Freehand Los Angeles; City: Los Angeles California; Review: Watching the successful gentrification of DTLA is tourist worthy for everyone and stopping by Freehand's delightful remake of the California Exchange building is a must see and do experience. The eclectic North African- Mediterranean lobby bar is a refreshing repose from the building's harsh urban transitional location canopied under building cranes and scaffolded sky scrapping buildings under construction.A friendly welcoming service staff introduces you to interesting well prepared and presented dinner offerings. The lamb kabob and steak were great and the main course sweet potato entree was a real treat. TheExchange is a harbinger and happening place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Round Shoelaces 3/16" Thick Solid Colors for All Shoe Types Several Lengths; Brand: BCB Wear; Review: I needed new shoelaces and fast (my cats had decided the chew through a few of mine). I got all the shoelaces I needed. These come in a variety of colors and sizes so I was able to get shoelaces for every pair of shoes that needed new ones. These laces work equally as good for shoes and for boots. If I ever need shoelaces again I would not hesitate to buy another pair of Round shoelaces.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Women's Vikky Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Love these shoes. Haven't worn them for the whole day yet but they are very comfortable for the length of time that I've worn them. Have bought other PUMA shoes and loved those too. Am glad I made this purchase. I'm sure I'll wear these shoes a lot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Belfast Nylon Top Zip Messenger Crossbody; Brand: ; Review: I love this tote! It's just the right size and has lots of zippers and compartments so I can organize my purse and can easily find things when I need them. I hate when everything falls to the bottom of your purse and you have to rummage through your bag to find what you're looking for. This tote, with all it's compartments, keeps everything in its place. Also love that it comes with a cross body strap. Very convenient when you're carrying a lot of stuff and don't want to lose track of where your bag is, And that it's a Calvin Klein tote makes this bag that much sweeter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Champion Women's Fleece Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: I read the reviews before I ordered. Heard that it ran a little small. So I ordered a size larger than normal and they fit great. I'm tall - they could've been an inch longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Front Row Mens Striped Sports Rugby Polo Shirt; Brand: FRONTROW; Review: Love Front Row rugby shirts. This was my second purchase and I couldn't be happier with the quality and the fit of these shirts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Womens No Show Sock White; Brand: ; Review: Hadn't tried Hanes before. I was impressed with the quality and they fit great too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beechfield Unisex Heavyweight Cable Knit Snowstar Winter Beanie Hat; Brand: Beechfield; Review: I bought this as a gift for my husband. He just loves it. Says that it fits great & is really warm. That's good news when you consider our very cold Wisconsin winters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: ; Brand: ProMag; Review: Perfect love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For use on Glock 19/23/32/38 (Gen 1-3); Brand: LaserMax; Review: Couldn't ask for better laser thanks lazermax; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tactical Rubber Grip Glove Sleeve for Glock; Brand: Boomstick Gun Accessories; Review: Product is very helpful with my handling of my glock; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fixxxer Gen 1-3 Grip Plug fits Medium; Brand: Fixxxer; Review: It's ok; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Grip Force Gen 1 2 3 Glock BeaverTail Adapter 17, 19, 22, 23, 24, 31, 32, 34, 35,; Brand: Grip Force Adapters; Review: Fite very nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Falls Chateau; City: Taupo Taupo District Waikato Region North Island; Review: My girlfriend and I spent 3 nights at Falls Chateau that was pleasant and we left happily. 2 weeks later my credit card was charged $50NZ. After emailing Alan(owner/operator) for an explanation he informed me it was for cleaning. His report went on to state that the microwave plate was ruined and had to be replaced, there were food stains on the bed sheets,food on kitchenette walls and an odour throughout the apartment which had to be santized. We thought there had to be some kind of mistake which I queried. We never heard back from Alan after sending several emails explaining that there must be an error. 1. We never used the microwave. 2. Food never enterd the bedroom once - we didnt even eat there! 3. The apartment was used effectively to sleep in and shower. 4. Food splattered on the kitchenette walls???? How insulting!! After giving Alan the benefit of the doubt and an opportunity to refund this completely bogus charge he withdrew all contact with us. We went to the bank and after a couple of weeks they informed us there was little they could do. My partner and I have travelled together extensively and handed our credit card to countless hotels and always felt comfortable doing so. This has ruined that trust. It is now 3 months later and this whole saga is still infuriating! My advice - stay elsewhere.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Viceroy L Ermitage Beverly Hills; City: Beverly Hills California; Review: We don't normall stay in these types of hotels as they are usually outside our budget. We landed a deal with a website and ended up at L'ermitage. We loved it. Good location near all the happenings in Beverly Hills and a nice rooftop pool to unwind in at the end of the day. Food and drinks aren't cheap but you're staying in a very flash hotel in a very flash part of the world. We used the complimentary car once which was handy and the concierge was always on hand for reservations and tourist tips. All in all a great stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites by Hilton Barrie; City: Barrie Ontario; Review: I had my wedding in Barrie and had about 40 Kiwis and Aussies fly in for it. Kids, oldies and everyone REALLY enjoying themselves. The staff here were simply amazing. There were a few reservation hiccups but they sorted them all. To say we took over the hotel would be an understatement. They helped with all questions and driving directions as no-one had been to Barrie before. By the time we all left many of the guests and staff knew each by their first name. The hotel was always clean and the staff always smiling and up for a laugh. The more I write the more I think I should've left some flowers for them to say thanks for putting up with us. If anyone from the hotel reads this...THANKS!! Cheers, Jeremy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Okura Prestige Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: We researched hotels for over a month before our Thailand trip eventually settling on this absolute GEM! There are a lot of hotels to choose from in Bangkok, most at good prices and with pretty good reviews. The Okura Prestige was simply stunning. Amazing service from all staff, ultra clean and modern, a good size infinity pool that overlooks the city and in an excellent location. Every box ticked with an indelible marker. We absolutely loved it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melbourne Marriott Hotel; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: My wife and I had a night in the city to relax before baby no 2. The Marriott was close to train stations and in the heart of all the action so made perfect sense for us. The staff were super friendly and very attentive. The lovely Bronwyn from front desk also sent up a couple of beers(for me), a few bottles of water, some nice little chocolates and a lovely note wishing us for us a great Babymoon! Needless to say we were pretty chuffed by the unexpected delivery. Thanks Bronwyn!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shangri La s Boracay Resort Spa; City: Boracay Malay Aklan Province Panay Island Visayas; Review: Some Shangri-La's are better than others. This is one of the better ones. The breakfast buffet is epic, the gym is new and spacious and the grounds are really well kept. The private beach is something else again. Lovely clear water, amazing cocktails and of course the big resort pool just behind it. The only problem here though is that I didn't spend enough time lapping it up. Heaven.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Carhartt Men's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Flannel Lined; Brand: ; Review: I would buy more. Very Very nice !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Flannel Lined; Brand: ; Review: I would buy more. Very Very nice !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ergodyne N-Ferno 6823 Winter Balaclava Ski Mask, Wind-Resistant Face Mask, Thermal Fleece, Black; Brand: Ergodyne; Review: Very Very nice !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Touch Screen Led Watch Cheap Price Ultra-thin Plastic Candy Color Black Color; Brand: Aitao; Review: Very Very nice !; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MX608V3 Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Very comfortable; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Genuine Girls' Twill Short (More Styles Available); Brand: Genuine; Review: nice; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Polo Assn. Girls' Twill Short (More Styles Available); Brand: U.S. Polo Assn.; Review: fits good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Sierra Swerve Backpack, Bejeweled/Purple Razz/Black, 19 x 13 x 7.75-Inch; Brand: High Sierra; Review: Nice. Happy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Ultimate Men's 5-Pack Boxer Brief; Brand: ; Review: Will buy more. Very nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Adult Sized Venus Flytrap - Fly Trap - (Dionaea Muscipula) Carnivorous Plant 3 inch pot; Brand: JoelsCarnivorousPlants; Review: This is a beautiful plant that arrived very quickly and what a nice and health plant. Instructions are great, already have new growth. Never ordered a plant online but after this I will again, and probably from Joels Carnivorous Plants; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sanders Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels - 36 Oz (Value 2 Pack); Brand: Sanders; Review: I love dark chocolate and caramels and these are the best I have ever had. The chocolate is delicious, the caramel is perfect, and a little touch of sea salt on top, Awesome! Can't stop eating them, not sure if I want to share!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life Savers Butter Rum Hard Candy, 1.14 ounce (20 Single Packs); Brand: Life Savers; Review: I got these for my Dad because he loved these as a kid himself, but I only gave him half and I have been enjoying the other half, sorry dad, they are good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healthworks Chia Seeds Raw Pesticide-Free, 1lb; Brand: Healthworks; Review: I I wasn't sure about these, liked the omega 3's and the fiber idea, but these are very versital, i dip my morning banana in them, put them in a salad, i crusted some chicken with them, enjoyed them all very much.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healthworks Goji Berries Raw Organic, 1lb; Brand: Healthworks; Review: I had heard great things about Goji berries so I decided to try them. I had to force myself to swallow the handful I tried, I have found that I can put them in my peanut butter granola bars I make, but I won't get anymore.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Healthworks Goji Berries Raw Organic, 8oz; Brand: Healthworks; Review: I had heard great things about Goji berries so I decided to try them. I had to force myself to swallow the handful I tried, I have found that I can put them in my peanut butter granola bars I make, but I won't get anymore.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Energize (Organic Green Tea with Lemon Myrtle and Ginseng Loose Leaf Tea) 2oz; Brand: IntegriTEA; Review: This is really good tea. I love the lemon flavor added to the green tea, it makes excellent hot tea and ice tea. I am very happy with this purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Prime Wire & Cable EC883627 35-Foot 16/3 SJTW Patio and Deck Extension Cord, White; Brand: Prime Wire & Cable; Review: just what I needed not short and not to long.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DEWALT DW2166 45 Piece Screwdriving Set with Tough Case,Dewalt,DW2166" />; Brand: DEWALT; Review: great set for the price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superior Pump 91250 1/4 HP Thermoplastic Submersible Utility Pump with 10-Foot Cord; Brand: Superior Pump; Review: dose not work after a few months; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: DEWALT DW2166 45 Piece Screwdriving Set with Tough Case,Dewalt,DW2166" />; Brand: DEWALT; Review: great price; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superior Pump 91330 1/3 HP Thermoplastic Submersible Utility Pump with 10-Foot Cord; Brand: Superior Pump; Review: dose not work after a few months; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Master Plumber 224-048 MP Toilet Seat Hinge, Chrome; Brand: Master Plumber; Review: did not fit the screw area.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Master Lock 8417D Python Keyed Cable Lock, 6 ft Long, Black; Brand: Master Lock; Review: USE IT FOR MY CLOSING OF MY GUNS.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: simplehuman 38 Liter / 10 Gallon Stainless Steel Rectangular Kitchen Step Trash Can, Brushed Stainless Steel; Brand: simplehuman; Review: Bought this to replace an older model which didn't make it with us when we moved. This one is better with the metal pedal. First one I ordered arrived and the box looked a bit 'ding'ed but inside everything looked fine. However once I put a bag in and put it to use I noticed that the lid didn't close all the way - it always needed a little push to close completely. So I returned that one and amazon sent an incredibly speedy replacement which works perfectly. Nice size and small footprint - plus it goes flush with the wall - no need for space behind for the hinges like on other models; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: simplehuman Two-Tier Adjustable Shower Caddy, Stainless Steel; Brand: simplehuman; Review: Did a lot of research before deciding on this one. As we had a fairly short shower pipe coming out of the wall, the mechanism which grips the pipe was key. This one works VERY well and stays in place. On the model I got the upright and the frames of the shelves are stainless steel. The actual surfaces of the shelves themselves are a grey plastic material (which can be popped out to clean). I like the design - the moving shelf & the 'upside down' holes are a great idea & so is the razor hook on the side. However the soap dish has tiny holes which are easily blocked by the soap and it seems to fill up with water - I don't really like to use soap in the shower but my wife does apparently. Only the top shelf moves left to right & frankly it doesn't really move that far so larger bottles can only really fit on the top one (which was a bit disappointing). My only regret is that I didn't go for the larger one with 2 movable shelves - but it was also considerably move expensive so.... I've only had it a month so far & its looking good with no sign of any rust. Solid unit with some innovative design features - get the larger one if you can justify it. **UPDATE** Over 1 year on & there is no rust at all on this! The grip has not budged at ALL & my only regret is that I didn't spring for the bigger (and more expensive) model.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rosewill R-BM-01 Ultra Fast Programmable Bread Maker, 2-Pound; Brand: Rosewill; Review: I've had this machine for a little over 1 year. Its makes great bread once you find the recipe you like (my family's favorite was the French Bread setting). My issue with it is its durability - making bread 2-3 times a week this machine gave up on me after about 9 months. The removable baking pan was leaking the liquid ingredients when I put them in. Rosewill were extremely quick to respond to my request for help and sent me a replacement pan free of charge. Unfortunately then the motor on the unit decided to go a couple of weeks later & stopped rotating the mixing arm. Rosewill offered a replacement unit but I had to ship the faulty unit to them (about $28) which I did. The replacement they sent only lasted 4-5 months before it started making some very loud & scary noises so I returned that for a full refund. I'm still deciding which unit to replace it with - it seems that no matter which unit you look at, if you dig around long enough you'll always find someone who has had a similar problem of the mixing arm motor giving out. Other than this issue (which is pretty major IMHO) the bread machine performed extremely well & made wonderful bread. I will say that Rosewill were great at standing by their product & showing a desire to make right on a poor customer experience.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Calphalon Nonstick Bakeware, Mini Pie Pan, 5-inch (Set of 4); Brand: Calphalon; Review: These are awesome. Much better than the cheaper ones I bought on here a while ago which have all started shedding their non-stick coating. These are much heavier & heavy duty, plus 'dishwasher safe' apparently.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sodastream 1l Carbonating Bottles- Black (Twin Pack); Brand: SodaStream; Review: Wish they were cheaper.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunbeam Oster Bread Maker Pan, 5891, 113494-000-000; Brand: Oster; Review: Fits my Sunbeam 5891 Bread Machine perfectly. I'm glad I saved that mixing blade though, as this item does not come with one. Only time will tell how well this lasts,; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Scream: The TV Series - The Complete First Season; Brand: Bella Thorne; Review: Took several attempts to make it through the whole season. It wasn't scary & was, may be, at best a B-movie level outing (giving it too much credit). When it wasn't being pretentious, it was plodding. It did roll out just about every trope in the SJW & PC book & when it tried to be scary, it was very ham handed. The series "Slasher" was better written (if if the acting was the same) and Scream Queens was way better. If you wish to waste some time & need something to put you to sleep, then this is the series for you.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: High School DxD: The Series; Brand: Jamie Marchi; Review: Nice show but Funimation screws up the dubbing again. Think they get 12 year olds to write the dub. They really need to get better at it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tiger and Bunny Movie 2; Brand: Various; Review: Big fan of Tiger & Bunny but this movie was just ok. You do not see the main characters very much and the animation is not great. Anyone who has watched the series & first movie will some big changes in the way the characters look (Dragon Kid looks like a little boy & even dresses like one) & even act. The script is more like from Hollywood than Japan. Way too much SJW trope in this edition and does nothing for the story line. IF you skip this, you will be missing nothing meaningful to the series.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Funhouse Massacre; Brand: Robert Englund; Review: Its a good movie (not great) with lots of send ups to the genre. They have the attitudes of the present generation down pat (which makes it funnier). Only bad part is the ending, too contrived.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stressed to Kill; Brand: Bill Oberst Jr.; Review: There are better ways to waste your time, like listening to nails on a chalkboard. Terrible acting again, so nothing changes with Bill.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: To Love Ru Darkness: Season 3: Complete Collection; Brand: Akeno Watanabe; Review: Like the To Love Ru series. Not as much focus on Lala & Yuki but still everything you expect from the first two seasons is still there (a lot more Momo in this season).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legend of Black Annie; Brand: Tom Luce; Review: All in all not that bad. It jumps around some, but in end not bad. Pretty much on par with 80s B movies.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 4 MILFs vs. Zombies; Brand: Lloyd Kaufman; Review: This is a really bad movie. Grade Z. Any review over 2 stars has to be a paid review. The acting was terrible, the jokes juvenile and directing horrendous.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Stonehenge Apocalypse; Brand: Misha Collins; Review: While nothing super great, it was pretty good. pacing was pretty good and they tried to make semi-plausible. The productions values were decent, especially for a SCi_Fi Channel movie - back when they made decent movies.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Big Sleep (1946); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jeff Foxworthy: You Might Be a Redneck / Check Your Neck (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fame (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy: Bonus Material (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Igby Goes Down (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder on the Orient Express (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Catch a Thief (1955); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Like Water for Chocolate (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Varekai (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Commitments (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spike and Mike's Sick & Twisted Festival of Animation (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Have and Have Not (1944); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freaks & Geeks: The Complete Series (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Express (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the President's Men (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rear Window (1954); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cooler (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Berenstain Bears: Bears Mind Their Manners (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life of David Gale (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cinema Paradiso: Director's Cut (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Thin Man (1934); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Massage Your Mate (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Celluloid Closet (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dog Day Afternoon (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Girl Friday (1940); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ella Enchanted (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paragraph 175 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Topkapi (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summer of Sam (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien vs. Predator (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Piquant; City: Tampa, FL; Review: Wow, this place is incredibly frustrating. The location is great and the atmosphere is inviting, but we have tried to eat there two times without success. The first time we waited so long to be acknowledged by our server that we just decided to order from the counter. After being ignored by the cashier for about 8 minutes while she busied herself with something more important we (along with a few other patrons) decided to just go somewhere else. We were at the Hyde Park art show today and decided to give it another chance, so we stopped in at 3:30. The door says that they are open until 5 on Saturdays, but the rather curt hostess immediately informed us that the kitchen was already closed. Oh well, I guess if they actually wanted to stay in business they would have worked out the kinks in their customer service and figured out their serving hours by now. I'm sure that the food is great, but there are plenty of restaurants in the area with great food, and you don't have to jump through hoops to actually eat there.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Taco Bus; City: Saint Petersburg, FL; Review: The service and food quality is very bad. I used to eat here all the time but gave up on them after they screwed up FOUR to go orders in a row with incorrect toppings. They are also almost always out of at least one thing that I order. The meat tastes past it's due date and they can't even keep cilantro in stock. My last order was for chicken tacos with no toppings and they still screwed it up! They just don't care at all. Don't go here.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill; City: Saint Petersburg, FL; Review: Convenient location is a plus, but the food is well below average and the service is slow and extremely rude. The only thing decent about the food is the grouper, but that is only served on Friday. The menu does not stat this and the waitress acted like I should have somehow known this. There was no host or hostess and when I tried to ask the bartender if I should seat myself she completely ignored me and continued her conversation with a coworker.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bass Pro Shops; City: Tampa, FL; Review: It is impossible to reserve a slot to see Santa on their website. The slots fill up so fast but they don't let you reserve for the next week so you have to keep returning to their website everyday to try to get an available slot. I give up. I was able to book somewhere else within minutes.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sulphur Springs; City: Tampa, FL; Review: The swimming pool is nice and the natural surrounding is beautiful. Unfortunately the best part of the park is closed off to the public and can only be accessed if you pay to rent the picnic shelter. No other park in Tampa does this and it makes you wander why the City of Tampa feels it is ok to deny this local community such a beautiful section of the park but every other community has full access to their park.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: WWE Memory Foam Bed Pillow with AirCell Technology, Standard, 1-Pack, Twin, White; Brand: WWE; Review: The Fabric is terrible and the price is too dam high! But being a kid he doesn't seem to mind...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Culligan P5A P5 Whole House Premium Water Filter, 8,000 Gallons, 2 Pack, White; Brand: Culligan; Review: Working good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thunder Group GLTWSY014 Syrup Dispenser with Cast Zinc Top, 14-Ounce; Brand: Thunder Group; Review: Great jar and solution to our canned maple syrup! Beautiful and well constructed!!!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MR. SIGA Soft Bristle Toilet Brush with Holder; Brand: MR.SIGA; Review: SO much better than other bristles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amlong Crystal Lead Free Crystal Wine Decanter, Red Wine Carafe, Wine Gift, Wine Accessories (58 oz), Large; Brand: Amlong Crystal; Review: There are more bubbles in the crystal than I would have liked, but it does the job well. Very perfect large size to get the job done.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: US Window And Floor 2" Faux Wood Blind, Inside-Mount, 30 3/4 W X 36" H, White; Brand: US Window And Floor; Review: After spending quadruple the amount for Blinds at a major hardware store and installing one set of those (which only come in longer lengths - so you must "unthread" the lower portion, remove slots until you reach your desired length, then "rethread" the lower portion and hang) - I knew there had to be a better option. [Why did I Just look to Amazon FIRST?!] So I went with these. Gave this brand US Window and Floor a shot with a small order at first and quickly realized they were lower cost, better looking, the most perfect size, and incredibly easier to install. Bonus - they give you so much hardware I ended up with about 40 quality spare screws for my garage! These are the way to go if you're looking for blinds. I did my entire house in them! Hint: The multitude of sizes are sometimes available right on the product page (depending on your width) and sometimes you have to search for them individually.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: US Window And Floor 2" Faux Wood Blind, Inside-Mount, 34 1/8 W X 60" H, White; Brand: US Window And Floor; Review: After spending quadruple the amount for Blinds at a major hardware store and installing one set of those (which only come in longer lengths - so you must "unthread" the lower portion, remove slots until you reach your desired length, then "rethread" the lower portion and hang) - I knew there had to be a better option. [Why did I Just look to Amazon FIRST?!] So I went with these. Gave this brand US Window and Floor a shot with a small order at first and quickly realized they were lower cost, better looking, the most perfect size, and incredibly easier to install. Bonus - they give you so much hardware I ended up with about 40 quality spare screws for my garage! These are the way to go if you're looking for blinds. I did my entire house in them! Hint: The multitude of sizes are sometimes available right on the product page (depending on your width) and sometimes you have to search for them individually.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Pillow Classic Series [Std/Queen, Firm Fill] Now Available in 4 Loft Levels | Patented Adjustable Interlocking Fill; Brand: MyPillow Inc; Review: I've had neck pain for several months and have been to the chiropractor, masseuse, and to accu puncture. This pillow seriously stopped and cured my pain. It's been 2 years now and this is my second pillow. I would recommend you do NOT try washing your pillow. I never got mine to dry - even after 6 cycles in the dryer..........; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Classic Brands Cool Gel Ultimate Gel Memory Foam 14-Inch Mattress with BONUS Pillow, Twin; Brand: Classic Brands; Review: Not a miracle for my back, but it is comfortable as heck, cool, and ignore those reviews about xes backwards - in my opinion its actually better than your typical mattress for these activities. Should try that one out for yourself; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Reebok Women's Southrange Run L Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: These shoes were comfortable as soon as I put them on...no "breaking in". I do a lot of walking each day...these shoes are light but have very good support.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daniel Green Women's Dormie Slipper; Brand: Daniel Green; Review: I have had several pairs of this exact shoe over the years...always replace my old pair with the same. Used as my "house slippers"...very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daniel Green Women's Dormie Slipper; Brand: Daniel Green; Review: I have had several pairs of this exact shoe over the years...always replace my old pair with the same. Used as my "house slippers"...very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daniel Green Women's Dormie Slipper; Brand: Daniel Green; Review: I have had several pairs of this exact shoe over the years...always replace my old pair with the same. Used as my "house slippers"...very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daniel Green Women's Dormie Slipper; Brand: Daniel Green; Review: I have had several pairs of this exact shoe over the years...always replace my old pair with the same. Used as my "house slippers"...very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Primitives by Kathy Family-mom, Box Sign; Brand: Primitives by Kathy; Review: It's kinda expensive for how small it is but it looks great; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Our Name is Mud “Dad’s Mug” Stoneware Mug, 16 oz.; Brand: Enesco; Review: Great size; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Townhouse Rugs Luxurious 19-1/2-Inch by 36-Inch Memory Foam Bath Rug, Brown; Brand: Townhouse Rugs; Review: Not very thick but it's very soft. it's been washed several times and is holding up well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pavilion Gift 66309 Mark My Words 4-3/4-Inch Nana Mug, 20-Ounce; Brand: Pavilion Gift Company; Review: Large size. very nice. my Nana loves it. I ordered one for my Nana last year and it still looks new. she uses it everyday. this year in ordering my mother in law one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Primitives by Kathy Classic Box Sign, 5" Square; Brand: Primitives by Kathy; Review: It's kinda expensive for how small it is but it looks great; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Selfix Holmz 21510301.36 Shower Caddy; Brand: Selfix; Review: Great price and fits my bottles perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beachcombers SS-BCS-03055 Hooks; Brand: Beachcombers; Review: These are cute but the knows are glued on and it's very noticeable; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Westland Giftware Mickey InspEARations Kissing Mickey and Minnie 4-1/4-Inch Magnetic Salt and Pepper Shakers; Brand: Westland Giftware; Review: I LOVE LOVE these. No paint chips ot marks. Perfect and great size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COZA DESIGN 6-Piece Set Bowl, 17 oz, Assorted Colors; Brand: COZA DESIGN; Review: These are really small. I was excited to get these but I'm not impressed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cathedral Art GVC101 Glow in The Dark Guardian Angel Visor Clip, Light My Way, 1-3/4 Inch; Brand: Cathedral Art; Review: I ordered 4 of these. they are cute but they don't glow in the dark. I was really hoping the would.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Hero Dad Ceramic Coffee Mug, 11 Ounces, White - Father's Day 2017 Gift!; Brand: Mr. Conner Mugs; Review: I bought this for one of my husbands Christmas presents. it's nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NYKKOLA 18 X 18" Decorative Cotton Linen Throw Pillow Cover Cushion Case Couple Pillow Case, Set of 2; Brand: NYKKOLA; Review: I haven't washed it so idk if it holds up but it looks great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enesco Our Name is Mud by Lorrie Veasey 16-Ounce Most Awesome Mom Mug, 4.5-Inch; Brand: Enesco; Review: this is beautiful. it looks better in person.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Farberware Aluminum Nonstick 8-Inch, 10-Inch and 11-Inch Triple Pack Skillet Set, Red; Brand: Farberware; Review: Iv had these for a year. they still have the coating in them. they are great. can't beat the price either.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glitzhome 7.48" Marquee LED Lighted Snowman Head Christmas Stocking Holder Battery Operated; Brand: Glitzhome; Review: They are heavy. The tree looks as pictured. I haven't applied batteries so I'm not sure about that part but everything else is awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Carhartt Men's Washed Duck Work Dungaree Utility Pant B11; Brand: ; Review: Works as expected Carhartts are great products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Washed Duck Work Dungaree Utility Pant B11; Brand: ; Review: Works as expected Carhartts are great products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Washed Duck Work Dungaree Utility Pant B11; Brand: ; Review: Works as expected Carhartts are great products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Washed Duck Work Dungaree Utility Pant B11; Brand: ; Review: Works as expected Carhartts are great products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plum Feathers Super Soft Luxurious Cashmere Feel Winter Scarf; Brand: Plum Feathers; Review: Great Scarf!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Prodyne M-913 Stainless Steel Under Cabinet Paper Towel Holder; Brand: Prodyne; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winco WKCS-15 Stainless Steel Wok Cover, 15-3/8-Inch; Brand: Winco; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Commercial Bargains 2 Jumbo 11" x 50' Commercial Vacuum Sealer Saver Bags Sous Vide Food Storage; Brand: Commercial Bargains; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4 LONG Stainless Steel Straws fits 30 oz Yeti Tumbler Rambler Cups - CocoStraw Brand Drinking Straw; Brand: CocoStraw; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premium Silicone Drink Coasters - 6 Pack - Great Grip And Easy To Clean - Protects Your Furniture; Brand: Pen Over Sword; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JASSINS 2 Replacement Lids for 30oz Stainless Steel Tumbler Travel Cup - Fits Yeti Rambler RTIC and others; Brand: NYKKOLA; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Handle for YETI,RTIC 30OZ Rambler Tumbler (Handle only-Tumbler not included); Brand: adidas; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Presto 07046 Tilt 'n Drain Big Griddle Cool-Touch Electric Griddle; Brand: Presto; Review: It works great this is the biggest one I've ever owned...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: overstockedkitchen New Grill, Turner, Stainless Steel, Riveted Smooth Wood Handle, Commercial Grade, One Perforated & Solid Face; Brand: overstockedkitchen; Review: I've been looking for these and now i have them and they do exactly what i needed...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YETI Rambler 20 oz Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler with Lid (Stainless Steel); Brand: YETI; Review: no; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magnum Steel - Handle for 30 oz Tumblers - Universally Fits All Brands (Yellow); Brand: Magnum Steel; Review: Just what i needed thank you...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Modular Food Storage Cereal Container with Flip Top, Large 22 Cup, Racer Red 1856060; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: I love these they work great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snapware Airtight .5 cup Bowl with Red Seal, 2 pack; Brand: Snapware; Review: I love these; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snapware 17-Cup Airtight Flip Storage Container, Plastic; Brand: Snapware; Review: I love these; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 180s Tec Fleece Ear Warmer; Brand: 180s; Review: my ears were cold. now they are warm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diesel Watches Color Domination; Brand: ; Review: I bought this for my partner last Christmas. we both loved the design, but it should have lasted longer. in less than a year the paint chipped pretty significantly and the dial bent and pops out stopping the peice from keeping time. he did wear it almost every day but never did anything strenuous in it. Maybe it's just not an everyday watch.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: UGG Men's Scuff Herringbone; Brand: ; Review: these look and feel great. however, for such expensive slippers they could have held up a little longer. to be fair, I am still wearing them a year later but the lining started to show a lot of ware pretty early on. the soles too. but they are still comfortable and have not broken any seams or anything. they're pretty nice, just know what you're buying.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saucony Originals Men's Bullet Classic Sneaker; Brand: Saucony; Review: They are a bit narrower than I'd expected but the canvas does have enough give to it that once I'd worn them for a couple of days they're now comfortable. I like how low-to-the-ground they are compared to the Jazz version, though. closer to barefoot than other shoes I've worn. I'd like to try a pair in the vegan materials.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: London Fog Men's Auburn Zip-Front Golf Jacket (Regular & Big-Tall Sizes); Brand: ; Review: the jacket itself is great! the construction and materials are really nice and the color is a nice, matte red. not too bright. It's light without feeling cheap and has a ton of pockets. However, I order an XL and it was really baggy in the sleeves. The waist and torso fit pretty well but the sleeves were just way too big. That said, Amazon's customer service is outstanding and helped me to correct the issue. All in all, a solid purchase.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Columbia Men's Military-style Web Belt; Brand: ; Review: had the stupid thing for 4 months and the clasp broke. the rod that slides to hold the belt in my lace snapped clean in half and is now just a strip of useless canvas. spend yr hard earned belt money elsewhere.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Signature Tumblers Reusable Thick-Wall Straws 6pc, Clear; Brand: Signature Tumblers; Review: I love the tumblers with these straws. Unfortunately, I keep breaking the straws. I didn't need more tumblers, but I did need more straws. I'm grateful to know these can be purchased separately.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trademark Home Folding Stool – Heavy Duty 24-Inch Collapsible Padded Round Stool with 300 Pound Capacity for; Brand: Trademark Home; Review: I have had this stool for years!! I often put it in the back of the car and forget it's there. (In other words, it gets a little abuse in the pack of the car when boxes and other stuff push it around or sit on top of it.) It is still in great shape. I've never regretted purchasing this little gem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crock-Pot SCCPCTS605-S Cook Travel Serve 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker; Brand: Crock-Pot; Review: I love having a slow cooker with a timer that converts to keep warm when the time has expired.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Modular Food Storage Cereal Container with Flip Top, 18 Cup, Racer Red 1856059; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: Easy to fill and use. It is a sturdy box with a tight-fitting lid. It's a good side too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vinyl Over the Door Shoe Organizer with 24 Reinforced; Brand: Handy Laundry; Review: Organization is not my gift. This is a great product for storing and seeing items in my kitchen, like oatmeal packages, breakfast/snack bars, even pkgs of pet treats!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: mDesign Medium Household Stackable Plastic Food Storage Organizer Bin Basket with Wide Open Front for Kitchen Cabinets, Pantry, Offices,; Brand: mDesign; Review: These things are wonderful! I recently moved into an office cube with a filing cabinet as my only storage option. These work so well inside the filing cabinet drawer to organize pens, office supplies.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Square Metal Tins w/Clear Top Lid Covers 4 oz & 8 oz by MagnaKoys (1, 3.15" x 3.15" x; Brand: MagnaKoys; Review: Love these small boxes. I attach them to my filing cabinet at work with magnets to keep small office "stuff" accessible and out of the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninja Blender/Food Processor with 450-Watt Base, 48oz Pitcher, 16oz Chopper Bowl, and 40oz Processor Bowl for Shakes,; Brand: SharkNinja; Review: It's powerful, fast, and compact! It's a blender, chopper, and smoothie maker all in one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Cook N Home NC-00250 12-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set, Silver; Brand: Cook N Home; Review: Very cheaply made. The size of the pots and pans are great, the quality not so much. I prefer to return them and buy better quality.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ball Mason Wide Mouth Quart Jars with Lids and Bands, Set of 12; Brand: Jarden; Review: How can you go wrong with ball mason jars. Excellent as always for these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amco 8402 Rub-a-Way Bar Stainless Steel Odor Absorber; Brand: Amco; Review: This does actually work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sandusky/Edsal UR185P-BLK Black Steel Heavy Duty 5-Shelf Shelving Unit, 4000lbs Capacity, 36" Width x 72" Height x 18" Depth; Brand: EDSAL; Review: We have approx 55 of the Edsal racks in our shop and they work great. Have had at least 30 of them for approx 8-10 years and they are still doing very well. You just cannot beat them for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hamilton Beach 70725A 12-Cup Stack & Snap Food Processor and Vegetable Chopper, Black; Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: I have used this a few times now and it works great! It is well worth the money. Very easy to clean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Progressive International 10.5 x 14.5 Inch Stainless Steel Bake and Roast Pan; Brand: Progressive International; Review: Nice pan good quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ChefLand 8-Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoon Set; Brand: ChefLand; Review: I guess you cannot expect much for the price. they are a cheap stainless steel. i should have just spent the extra money and bought some better ones. This is what I recommend to others to do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Progressive Internation Onion, Tomato, and Avocado Keepers 3 Piece Set; Brand: Progressive International; Review: These seems to work great. I like them and recommend them. The price is good for 3 items.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chargeit by Jay Natural Rattan Charger; Brand: ChargeIt by Jay; Review: Was not sure at first when I opened it if i liked it or not but after using it, I loved it so much i bought another. These are SUPER for using as a dinner plate holder, which is what i bought it for, although it does say to be used as a decoration. They are solid and sturdy and good quality. I do recommend this item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LiBa Mildew Resistant Anti-Bacterial PEVA 8G Shower Curtain Liner, 72x72 Clear - Non Toxic, Eco-Friendly, No Chemical; Brand: LiBa; Review: Good deal. I like not having and breathing in all of the toxic chemicals. The price was also good. I do wish it was a tad longer though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaccard Supertendermatic 48-Blade Tenderizer; Brand: Jaccard; Review: This is an AWESOME tool to have, especially if you eat free range grass and organic fed meat. Free range meat tends to be more tough because they are not forced to basically stand in one very small and or tight space where they grow more fat. Fat does make the meat more tender, but there are also high quality and health costs to us and the animals for that fat. This is one of the reasons they need antibiotics and other meds they are given, as well as the fact their "diets" are filled with complete JUNK, which we end up eating. You are what you eat is absolutely true. Anyway, this tool is a must have for grass fed and organic meat eaters. It is well worth every penny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cooks Standard 6-Quart Stainless Steel Stockpot with Lid; Brand: Cooks Standard; Review: This is actually a very good pot..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DDPremium MMTP72V Kruk Thai Stone (Granite) Mortar and Pestle, 2+ Cup Capacity, 7 inch, Natural Color; Brand: DDPremium; Review: This thing is HUGE!! I think it is meant for King Kong..lol Quality is awesome, although expensive, I think it is worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sterilite 20758004 Small 5 Drawer Unit, White Frame with Clear Drawers, 4-Pack; Brand: STERILITE; Review: Great little containers. They are small but works great for small items. Amazon also has the best price on them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AIRCARE MA0800 Digital Whole-House Console-Style Evaporative Humidifier, White; Brand: AirCare; Review: Very good machines. I bought 2. One for the first floor and one for the second and they really do make a difference. Plan to buy one more for the 3rd floor. Price is fair.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ameriwood Home SystemBuild Kendall 16" Storage Cabinet, White Stipple; Brand: Ameriwood Home; Review: I bought 5 of these. Put up 3 so far and they are GREAT! Some people complain about the quality but lets face it, for the price, the quality is great. If you want superior quality you need to expect to PAY for it. It never stops surprising me to see people pay so little for something but expect it to be worth so much more, then complain when it is not. So far all of ours have had no issues. They are good for pantry areas, a garage, storage room etc. I do not recommend it for a living room or as a decorative piece. They really are too cheap looking for something like that. We are using them as cabinets/pantry not as a wardrobe. I could not imagine using them as a bedroom piece either. They are very big and as others have mentioned VERY heavy. They actually weigh over 206 pounds. So make sure you have at least one other person but 2 extra is even better. Set up is not long. I love the soft close hinges as well. They hold a lot of stuff which is great. They are easy to wash down. When I bought the 5 at a BOX store on 12/18/15 they were on sale for $179 each. 2 days later the price jumped $60 each then about 2-3 days later the price jumped another $20. Had the price not jumped up I would have bought at least 1-2 more. I will wait and hopefully the price will go back down and if so will buy 2 more for the garage.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Serta Style Hannah I Office Chair, Microfiber, Light Beige; Brand: Serta; Review: AWESOME deal! The chair is SOOOO comfy! I am thinking about buying another one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Stainless Steel Jelly Roll Baking Pan; Brand: Norpro; Review: I should have listened to the other reviewers. This thing curls when used in the oven. A total waste of money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER BDH2000PL MAX Lithium Pivot Vacuum, 20-volt; Brand: BLACK+DECKER; Review: I read the reviews and I have to wonder if most of them WORK for the company. The suction is NOT good. I have a $30 hand vac that works MUCH better than this thing. WAAAAY over priced for what you get. It does look cool but I wanted a really good hand vac, and this is just NOT it. I do NOT recommend this at all. 2 thumbs DOWN!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: mDesign Plastic Round Lazy Susan Rotating Turntable Food Storage Container for Cabinet, Pantry, Refrigerator, Countertop, Spinning Organizer for Spices,; Brand: mDesign; Review: Very cool little item. Worth every penny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dyson Ball Multi Floor Upright Vacuum - Corded; Brand: Dyson; Review: So far I LOVE this thing. Although it is scary to see so much carpet fiber come up as well. You can SEE that your carpet is cleaner after using it. The canister/bag fills pretty fast but it empties and goes back on just as fast. It is a little heavy so I would not recommend it for elderly. However, if they made the self-perpel thing a little smoother it would be just fine. They should look at how Kirby vacuums self-perpel works and tweak theirs to do the same and it will be awesome. I have a Kirby but so far like the Dyson better. I am planning on buying another one for the upstairs. It is light enough to carry upstairs but it is still a booger to do it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kamenstein 4554ASB Perfect Tear Patented Wall Mount Paper Towel Holder with Rounded Finial, 14-Inch, Silver; Brand: Kamenstein; Review: I bought 2 and about to buy a 3rd. I really like them. They take a little getting used to because they limit the free flow of the towels but that is also what makes them so great. You no longer have to worry about trying to get one paper towel and end up with the entire roll. The price is also great. I would definitely recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo Hardware Heavy Duty 3-Bag Laundry Sorter,White; Brand: Apollo Hardware; Review: I LOVE this laundry cart. It is well made, good quality and looks good. I have had others and this is MUCH better than the others. It is a little pricey but well worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stainless Steel Skillet with Glass Cover - 12 Inch - Induction Compatible - 30 x 6.8 cm; Brand: Utopia Kitchen; Review: I liked this pan so much that I had to buy another. It cooks the simple things like, eggs, bacon, pancakes, french toast, grilled cheese etc, really evenly and easily. Cleans really easy as well. I have had my first one for about 2-3 months and have already used it many times, I have had no issues with dings, dents etc on the pan or lid. I would recommend this pan to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Pulse Grande Hotel; City: Putrajaya Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: Have stayed here for a couple of weeks. The rooms are a good size and very comfortable bed. Rain shower with bathroom toiletries are also very positive. Staff are very attentive and refer to you by name and welcome you back each evening (after staying here a couple of nights they recognise you). Any requests are immediately and efficiently attended to. The gym is a good size but the equipment is dated and the place could do with a refurbishment.. Breakfast: A wide selection of good quality food is on offer, even if it is the same every day, but should cover many nationalities/tastes. After a couple of weeks I have noticed that the offering on a Monday morning is deficient. Cooked products have been just warm instead of hot. As the numbers of people on a Monday morning are lower, I guess they just don't cater for higher volumes and make less effort to keep the food warm. A surprising but disappointing lack of attention to detail. All other days it is good. The location is good if you are here on business in Cyberjaya, with a regular shuttle available. They are quite flexible with the schedule, as long as you discuss and arrange with them in advance. From a social perspective there is nothing to do and it is quite a boring place. There is limited options for eating close by if you don't want to eat in the hotel every day. Not particularly convenient to travel into KL every evening to try the amazing selection of cuisines on offer in the city.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Kuala Lumpur; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: This was a return to this hotel after first staying here a couple of years ago. It hasn't changed much in that time. This is a good quality hotel with plenty of attentive staff in the lobby or restaurant areas. Senior managers seen walking around hotel regularly interacting with guests which I thought set a good example. Good selection in the buffet breakfast to cover different international tastes. Excellent action with cakes/pastries! Well equipped gym and nice area around pool where you can lounge about in spare time. Room was cleaned immaculately ever day and decent size and quality of room and furnishings. Location is directly opposite the Pavilion shopping mall with plenty of food options within walking distance of the hotel. Overall a very good stay and certainly a place I would return to again if I was in KL.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Taiyo; City: Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: Stayed here for 2 nights which was my fourth stay in this property. It is basic and good value for money. Previous stays I have been allocated Japanese style rooms with futon bedding etc. This time I was given a "western" style room with a traditional style bed. Whilst I personally like the Japanese style, this caters for those who are less comfortable trying new or different experiences than what try may have in their home country. A welcome addition is the extra showing facilities installed on the 2nd floor. Perhaps I was lucky but I didn't have to queue for the showers at any time. For the guys there is always the communal showering area to use in the mornings which is always available without waiting and is perfectly acceptable if you're not over concerned about privacy. Overall, this is a good value alternative to an expensive hotel if you are just using it as a base to sleep in and won't be spending lots of time in your room during the day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shinjuku Kuyakushomae Capsule Hotel; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: This was an interesting experience staying at this place and would recommend it to open minded travellers visiting the city. Good location within 10 minutes walking distance of Shinjuku station. Whilst I was travelling with luggage this could be stored at the reception area as there is not a lot of room in either the capsule of the small lockers provided which are really just to be used for a small back pack and hanging up of clothes. If you are travelling around and just stay here for a night I would suggest be prepared and have your clothes and essential toiletries available in a separate bag so that you don't need to access your large suitcase. Not a problem if you need to but is just easier. I am 6'2" (185cm). The capsule is just about long enough for me to lie down flat but there is no extra room. In reality i doubt anyone sleeps completely flat so the length of the capsule is adequate. Surprisingly I didn't feel it claustrophobic. This placed is used by the local population when they have missed their last trains home, so expect it to be a bit busier in the later hours. If you are a light sleeper this may be problematic as the level of snoring from the different capsules was quite loud. Some ear plugs might be a good idea in case you are near a snorer! There are cheap and efficient laundry facilities and a lounge area on the 4th floor. Bath and shower facilities are Japanese style so communal. They are clean and sufficient places that they were never full and didn't have to wait. Usual Japanese toiletries are provided. Whilst it worked well for my schedule, you need to be aware that everyone needs to leave the premises by 10am every day, even if you are staying more than one night. For a good value basic stay in an interesting environment I would recommend this place. If you want luxury and lots of space then look elsewhere.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach; City: Sakhu Thalang District Phuket; Review: Immaculate presentation of room and resort. This is a large place which is nice and quiet for a peaceful relaxation break. Tuk tuks are provided to transport you to your room, reception, the beach, bars or wherever else you want to go if you can't be bothered to walk. If you can cope with the heat and sun the walk to any of these is very pleasant. The breakfast is of a good standard with many different choices of western or Asian cuisine in a relaxed environment either in the air conditioned restaurant or on the shaded terrace. Staff throughout the property and polite, helpful and attentive. The location is somewhat away from the masses of tourists but I would consider this as a positive point. If you want the nightlife or shopping of Patong a taxi will cost you around THB1,000 (£20) each way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Tateshina; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: This hotel is cheap and you certainly get what you pay for. It is a basic business hotel with no frills. The rooms are clean and functional. Staff are polite and could adequately converse in English. Good location as it is less than 10 minutes walk to Shinjuku station. The whole place did smell of stale cigarettes even though try have clearly cleaned and deodorised the place. The second floor corridor smelt particularly bad as I assume the guests were chain smoking. The decoration in the rooms is old and everything was a kind of stained yellow from the smokers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tokyu Stay Kamata; City: Ota Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Stayed here for one night after arriving into Tokyo on a late flight. Convenient train journey from the airport which was trouble free. About 5 minutes walk from train station. Hotel was basic, functional and adequate for just the one night. Good value stay if you don't fancy getting into the centre of the city or have an early flight as convenient for the airport. Reception staff were polite and could adequately converse in English. Coffee and tea available from machine at reception all day/night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yochiin; City: Koya cho Ito gun Wakayama Prefecture Kinki; Review: Traditional room in the temple. Friendly monks who try their best to help but English levels are basic so don't expect any conversations outside of what they expect to discuss with you (check in/out, explain the facilities and food etc). The dinner and breakfast were delivered to the room at the time requested. The food, which is all vegetarian, was very well presented. You need to remember it is a temple and not a five star hotel. The room was a little cold at first but the heater quickly warmed up the whole room. Sleeping in a futon on the floor added to the overall experience and actually got a better night sleep than some of the other hotels visited in Japan. Early start is good to catch the morning prayers at 06:30, followed by breakfast. They were happy to hold luggage during the day whilst we explored the area. Overall an interesting and recommended experience and location to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Sao Paulo; City: Sao Paulo State of Sao Paulo; Review: This is a poor quality hotel masquerading as a business hotel which should be considered as an embarrassment to the Radisson chain. On two visits both of them resulted in them not being able to locate a confirmed booking. The second time they advised that the hotel was full and I would have to come back the following day to continue the booking. They had to be pressured to arrange a room at another hotel! After complaining, they finally called me to admit their mistake. I was disgusted with their attitude and poor customer service ethos. The room I stayed in (13th floor) was of a reasonable size and modern decoration. The bathroom, however, is tiny and you effectively have to squeeze past the toilet to get to the shower. A very poor design. The shower heard and water pressure is, however, very good. There is no noise insulation. You are not shielded from the noise of the traffic outside, even though quite high up. As well as the traffic you will hear the low flying planes heading towards the airport together with the helicopters flying overhead. Suggest ear plugs are essential if you need to sleep. The breakfast is very uninspiring. Whilst you have option of breads or fresh fruit with some coffee or juice this is about it. You couldn't rely on this place for a proper cooked breakfast to start a long day. Service is almost non-existent and they look very fed up to be there. The Internet connection in the room was adequate and stable. This was sufficient to maintain good quality video calls. The connection in the lobby/bar/reception area was somewhat patchy. Sometimes it was good but others it didn't work at all. Overall, this is not a good place and certainly falls way short of the standards expected at a Radisson property. This is not a hotel that I would recommend to anyone as the price charged is excessive and the quality of service and standards received do not even meet what would be provided by even a basic business hotel!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Hotel Curitiba; City: Curitiba State of Parana; Review: Radisson Curitiba Returned to this hotel for the fourth time. Whilst I have tried other hotels this is by far the best. The rooms are of a good size and they are sufficiently sound insulated so that you don't hear much noise from outside, in case you happen to be at the front of the hotel. Breakfast is of a good standard with a wide selection of food on offer. The hotel is opposite the Japanese garden, which is nice for a sit out in the sunshine. Within 10 minutes walk you have the main road of food places and bars of Batel or in the opposite direction a shopping mall with more eating options. It feels safe walking around the vicinity of the hotel, even late into the evening. Taxis are always available with the staff willing to assist explanations to the drivers, when required.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pousada Kainoa; City: Ilha do Mel State of Parana; Review: This is a simple place with comfortable simple accomodation. The workers there were particularly helpful and explained the suggested routes to see things on the island. Nice breakfast provided. Whilst the weather on our visit was rainy, I can imagine how good the beach would look in the sunshine. The garden within the property is well maintained. Recommended to stay at this property.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Golden Sands Resort by Shangri La; City: Batu Ferringhi Penang Island Penang; Review: This is a large resort style hotel with good sized rooms. The rooms have a balcony overlooking the gardens which is pleasant to relax even if the weather isn't great. I stayed here for a weekend as an escape from the heat and pollution of KL, whilst in the country for three weeks. Nice garden and pool area with sufficient numbers of sun loungers and shaded areas, depending on which you prefer. Staff are attentive with a bar service whilst lounging around. There are plenty of eating and drinking options within a few minutes walk of the hotel, so you don't have to eat in the hotel all of the time. The breakfast is very busy with such a large number of guests. Many options and variety of food at reasonable standards. Depending on the nationalities of the guests staying at the time, it can be quite noisy at times, especially as the tour 'leaders' from some countries consider it appropriate to shout out to all of their guests (and everyone else nearby).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Kuala Lumpur; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: I stayed here for three weeks as a repeat visitor and found it a very good hotel with attentive staff. The rooms were always cleaned and maintained to a high standard and they were comfortable and sufficiently insulated not to get lots of noise from the busy road outside. The hotel is in a good location, with the Pavilion shopping mall, directly opposite the hotel. Whilst a hotel such as the Shangri-la may be a viable alternative to this one, the options for food, drink and entertainment is much better here. There are always plenty of staff in the reception area who are willing to help with any queries or assistance you may need. When using the taxis from the front of the hotel, make sure they put the meter on and watch the meter at both the start and end of the journey to make sure the driver does not add any improper 'extras' to the bill. There is a well equipped gym and outdoor pool, neither of which got overly busy. The breakfast had a good selection of both local and western options. Of the three week stay, I noticed a material deterioration in the service levels in the last week. Whether this was due to different staff working or that it was busy with one of the F1 teams in town in advance of the Grand Prix. The first two weeks were very good, with the third, just mediocre. Overall, this is a good place to stay and it is likely I will return again in future visits.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jeeva Klui Resort; City: Mangsit Senggigi Lombok West Nusa Tenggara; Review: Stayed at this property for two days as an escape from Bali. We had a detached ocean front villa which was lovely. The room was spotlessly clean and spacious. The outside terrace area had two comfortable lounging chairs and a large soft day bed, all of which was shaded from the sun which made for a comfortable time whilst relaxing outside the room. There were ample sun loungers within the gardens and poolside, should you wish to go there instead. The grounds were very well maintained and the gardeners appear to be very hard working to keep up the good appearance. The staff were all helpful and friendly and willing to offer guidance and advice for the area and make any arrangements that we required. Other staff greeted us by name each time we went passed the centrally located restaurant area. We didn't leave the resort in the couple of days we were there and very much enjoyed the breakfast, lunch/snacks, afternoon tea and snacks (complimentary) and evening meal. The food was of an excellent standard and some really interesting combinations of food. There was a selection of Asian and Western foods within the menus. Prices were not too excessive, considering both the quality and good service levels. The spa was nice, but not exceptional and we had a massage and body scrub. Prices were very reasonable, compared to other spa places in Bali. Overall, a very good place which we enjoyed a lot. Recommended to other travellers wanting some rest and recouperation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alila Ubud; City: Payangan Gianyar Regency Bali; Review: We stayed at this resort for two nights whilst touring around Bali. Upon arrival we were greeted by reception staff who dealt with our bags and provided a cooling towel and welcome drink. The hotel General Manager then came over and gave us a very helpful and informative welcome to the hotel, which he is clearly passionate about. This gave us ideas on what we could do whilst there but certainly did not come across as a hard 'sales pitch'. Whilst going through the check-in formalities he noticed from my date of birth, that it was my birthday. About half hour after concluding check-in two drinks and a small cake was delivered to the room with a hand written card from the manager welcoming us and also sending birthday greetings. This was a very nice touch indeed. Throughout our stay, the staff were all very friendly and helpful. We felt that they all genuinely were interested in the guests well-being and wanted us to enjoy our time there. The location of the resort is very quiet and peaceful and the area around the pool is relaxing with plenty of shaded areas to escape the sun, should you wish. Plenty of staff around to assist with refreshments, when required. We used the hotel taxi service for three return trips for the 15 minute journey into Ubud centre. (IDR70k each way). Each of these journeys resulted in the driver, which was different each time, asking us if we wanted to make private transport arrangements with him, instead of using the more expensive hotel taxi service. Whilst this was a little annoying, we made a joke of it and started to guess how many seconds it would be before they asked us on some of the journeys (normally the question came within a minute of us getting in the car). We declined the 'additional service' each time and made our own arrangements upon departure with one of the many drivers in Ubud town centre, which was more competitively priced. There was a complimentary afternoon tea between 4-5pm, which was very pleasant, overlooking the pool area. Breakfast was a very relaxed environment with good made-to-order food from the menu, which changes each day. As we was on a relatively tight schedule in Ubud, we decided to hire a driver from the hotel for four hours one morning, which we was really pleased with. The driver we had was from the local community and was proudly explaining about his village and way of life as he took us around. We had a couple of ideas of what we wanted to do (volcano, rice paddies) but talked through with him for his suggestions on what to do in the time available. This was very worthwhile and he was relaxed in that he wasn't rushing to drop us off at the end of the four hours and it overrun a little, which he wasn't concerned about. Throughout the time with him, there was no sales pitches or pressure to go to anywhere particular and, unlike the other drivers, no; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Beach Seminyak Bali MGallery Collection; City: Seminyak Kuta District Bali; Review: Slow check in process, even though no other guests there, but check-out was efficient. Perhaps I just got a slow member of staff. Clean rooms which were nice and spacious. Nice pool area which was well maintained and attentive staff on hand to serve drinks, snacks etc. This is the best part of the resort by far. Direct access to the beach which was great for the amazing sunsets. Biggest let down for this hotel is the internet service. There are lots of different wireless networks, instead of synchronising them all under the same network name. Getting access to each of them is very slow and most of the time, even once connected, did not provide any internet access. The only way of connecting is by plugging in my own wireless router to the LAN port in the room. Hotel management need to understand that readily available internet is expected as standard and should not be considered as an 'add on'. People rely on the internet to communicate with home and conduct business. Without this I customers can do neither. You need to remediate this as a top priority.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Wilmington; City: Wilmington Delaware; Review: This is a modern hotel with a fresh look to it, but unfortunately it is let down by the staff. I am on my seventh night out of a ten day stay. I will be pleased to be leaving at the end of this week. Service quality is very inconsistent and varies between good to sometimes quite poor. There is a lack of attention to detail, which is most unusual for a Westin. This is the first time I have come to a Westin hotel and been disappointed. On the plus side: - The beds are very comfortable giving a good nights sleep. - The rooms are a good size with large windows allowing plenty of natural light into the room during the day. - Reception staff are helpful, when requested. - There is a shuttle service (first come first served), where they will take you to any location within a few miles of the hotel. They will collect later on, to bring you back to the hotel, upon request. - The bathroom was nice, with a large 'rainfall' shower head in the walk in shower, instead of a bath. On the down side: - The cost of internet connection in your room is excessive. This should be standard for a business hotel and not subject to significant extra fees if you wish to connect away from the communal areas (where it is complimentary) - The restaurant is inconsistent for the breakfast service. Breakfast is cooked to order, instead of the usual buffet style in many restaurants. You will therefore need to add at least an additional 20 minutes onto your routine to get breakfast to your table. During the last weekdays the quality of breakfast was quite good, however, the past weekend it was poor despite ordering the same items on the menu. It would appear that there is no consistency in staff, which may be a contributor to this. - If you want to sit at one of the dining tables, instead of the bar style areas, staff will try and put all customers in the same area, instead of spreading out around the restaurant. This is quite annoying if you want to have a quiet breakfast, especially if you want to sit away from the kitchen door so you don't hear the noise from there. - Room service is quite expensive (which isn't usual for a hotel) but the food quality or quantity isn't what I would expect for the price paid. - My room has not been serviced for two days out of my seven nights here (so far). It's not really acceptable that they 'forget' to clean a room! - Despite using the laundry bags they are not automatically replaced. Despite asking twice, these were still not replaced and it took a third call and even then, they didn't provide the forms that they expect you to complete when handing in the laundry for cleaning. At this point I gave up trying!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Taiyo; City: Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: Two minutes walk to the subway and five minutes to the nearest JR station. Room was nice and quiet and bed was comfortable. I have stayed here before and in the past year I have noticed a significant improvement in the amount and quality of English language signage and explanations in the hotel. Staff are friendly and could converse in English to a good level. Laundry facilities available (washer and drier) at very reasonable price. Room was a bit cold. There is air conditioning for the summer but couldn't work out how to get any heat out of the unit! Overall, a good place to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shinjuku Kuyakushomae Capsule Hotel; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Clean capsule hotel with public bathing facilities. This is a busy place but there always appeared to be sufficient space when I needed a shower. Whilst not spacious, the capsules were adequate for me even though I am 185cm tall. Depending on who is in the capsules nearby, it can be a bit noisy. Not normally from loud conversations or music etc, but by other guests loud snoring! If you are a light sleeper, it may be worth bringing some ear plugs. This is a good experience if you are visiting Tokyo or just want a cheap place to stay for a night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Charterhouse Causeway Bay Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: This hotel is in a good location between Wan Chai and Causeway Bay MTR (Metro/underground) stations. The quality of the rooms are at a reasonable standard. I was very surprised that they provided a smart phone to use for the dys I was staying with them. This is an excellent service to enable you to stay connected to the internet/skype and make local calls for free whilst in Hong Kong. Bed was comfortable and room was quiet which facilitated a good nights sleep. Unfortunately the place was let down by its staff. Firstly, the doorman/concierge refused to assist with getting a taxi, despite him helping other guests. It was a busy time of day and Hong Kong taxi drivers generally prefer not to take westerners if there are locals who want to use them instead. When I showed the staff member the address of my destination (in Cantonese) and I asked him to read it to a taxi driver he just shrugged his shoulders, pointed me to walk out and get the taxi myself and he walked off. Secondly, when checking out, despite me being the only gues at reception, the staff thought it more important to continue their own jokes and conversations instead of serving me. When they did finally acknowledge my existence, they then kept me waitin for five minutes whilst someone went to the roiom to check the mini bar! This is not the kind of thing I excpect to happen in any kind of decent hotel!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Issa No Komichi Biyunoyado; City: Yamanouchi machi Shimotakai gun Nagano Prefecture Koshinets; Review: This is a large good quality hotel about 10 minutes walk from the station in the centre of town. It boasts a large clean onset with both in and outside bathing including a jacuzzi. Meals are served in a large dining room instead of your room or other private area that you get in many ryokans. The food is of very good quality food but lacks the personal touch you get from a smaller ryokan. Generally, this place felt a felt a little impersonal, however, the wife of the owner approached us at breakfast time to introduce herself and make sure we were enjoying our stay, which was a nice friendly touch. Room was of a good size with good heating that can be controlled for each room individually. Complimentary wifi was fast and reliable. Although we don’t take it, a shuttle bus was available to take you to the station in the morning, or to see the snow monkeys, if desired.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yudanaka Seifuso; City: Yamanouchi machi Shimotakai gun Nagano Prefecture Koshinetsu Chubu; Review: Stayed here for one night only. We wanted to stay a second night, but unfortunately they were full so we had to move to another place for our second night here. In three weeks travelling around Japan this is probably my favourite place in stayed. Whilst not too sure, this place felt as if it was run by a family instead of a non-descript business. It had a nice feel about the place. The staff were very welcoming and did the best they can to make the stay as enjoyable as possible. This was to ensure that we enjoyed the area and not just their hotel. Dinner has to be booked in advance as they don’t offer dinner on arrival. This is set in a separate dining area for your group so it is private dining instead of restaurant dining. There were many different dishes showcasing the local cuisine and ingredients, which resulted in a good quality meal which we enjoyed very much. Room was a good size with traditional Japanese bedding. Heaters were adequate to provide a nice temperature in the room despite it being very cold outside. On check in, as well as explaining the facilities available within the hotel, we had an explanation of the local area, including the ski park and the monkey park. We were on a tight schedule so the staff gave us suggestions on how best to make use of our time. There are various leaflets and posters in the reception/communal areas to give ideas what you may wish to do with your time, if not already planned. We decided to go to see the snow monkeys in the morning followed by the snow park/resort in the afternoon. The staff helpfully made reservations for us for a half day ‘snow experience’ at the ski resort, which ensured that an English speaking guide was available for us, together with providing copies of transport timetables. The hotel was kind enough to provide us a transfer in the morning to the monkey part (about 10 minutes away) and also took us to our next hotel when we returned at the end of the day (only moved hotel because this one was full). They lent us snow boots for the day, so that we could go out and explore with comfort. Upon leaving, we were given hand/feet warmers,which was a nice tough. The outside bathing area was good, made even better by the snow being on the ground and looking up toes the stars whilst relaxing the bathing area. This place was special to us primarily because of the efforts of the personnel working there, who are clearly proud of their hotel and area and do a very good job in presenting it to visiting guests. We were made to feel very welcome and wouldn’t hesitate in staying here again if we was back in this area. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fukuchiin; City: Koya cho Ito gun Wakayama Prefecture Kinki; Review: Traditional ryokan style accommodation in Koyasan. The property is easily accessed by walking about 30 meters back up the hill from bus stop number five, which you will have got on from the cable car station. From the accommodation you can easily either get a bus into the town centre and other sights of Koyasan or walk, which is very pleasant and gives you an opportunity to see the town, whilst you walk along. The property and communal areas were very cold, however, the individual rooms had heaters which got the rooms to a comfortable temperature. The grounds of the property are well presented and looked particularly good with fresh snow on the ground. There are both in and outside hot baths which are nice and available 24 hours. A sauna, with more restricted hours (several hours a day) is also available. The dinner and breakfast is served in your room and is very well presented. It is vegetarian food only. if you have a spare night available to visit Koyasan, this is a good place to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ANA Crowne Plaza Fukuoka; City: Fukuoka Fukuoka Prefecture Kyushu; Review: This hotel was easy to find and is about 7 minutes walk from the station. Rooms were clean, comfortable, practical and were of a good size, by Japanese standards. Nothing special but nothing really to complain about Check in time is 2pm, however I arrived earlier at around 12:15. There was no flexibility at all in allowing an earlier check-in, despite the hotel not being busy. Other, much cheaper, hotels I had stayed in Japan earlier in my trip adopted a much more customer focussed and flexible approach. They did, however, allow me to leave luggage with them whilst I waited.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yubatake Soan; City: Kusatsu machi Agatsuma gun Gunma Prefecture Kanto; Review: This is a modern hotel with small rooms. The place is well presented and spotlessly clean. A simple complimentary breakfast is offered in the morning (eggs, bread, soup, coffee etc). It is in an excellent location by the centre of town. Friendly staff, luggage storage available after check out. Complimentary wifi was reliable and a good speed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yufuin Onsen Yufunosato Ryoso Makibanoie; City: Yufu Oita Prefecture Kyushu; Review: The property was about a 10 minute slow walk (with luggage) from the station. This is a traditional ryokan style property. We had a large cottage with separate lounge, sleeping area and private toilet areas. Despite it being the middle of winter, there was a good level of heating, which made our cottage a comfortably warm. Friendly staff made us feel very welcome. English language was sufficient to explain what we needed to know. The outdoor hot spring bath (rotemburo) was really nice and make a lovely experience at the end of the day wandering around this lovely town Dinner and breakfast served in separate dining room was of a high standard. Overall, a lovely place to stay, which is recommended.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Miyako Kyoto; City: Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: A complimentary shuttle bus is provided every half hour, but not late into evening. The instructions on the website on how to find the bus stop on arrival at Kyoto JR station are poor. We gave up in the end and got the metro instead. This hotel was about a 15 minute walk to the lively part of town. The nearest metro station to the hotel is less than five minutes walk away. The room was large, spotlessly clean and practical, including the usual amenities provided in a Japanese hotel. Christmas day dinner buffet was somewhat disappointing. We arrived for the last sitting of the day at 8pm. Many of the items in the hot food selection had run out and were not re-stocked until about 40 minutes after our arrival. When the food was available on the buffet station it was of a high standard. We chose to eat here as we wanted a special Christmas day meal. With hindsight, this was the wrong choice and we should’ve gone to one of the many other quality food places on offer.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Capri Wine Hotel; City: Capri Island of Capri Province of Naples Campania; Review: his place is a wonderful, family run hotel and it was a pleasure to stay there for 8 nights. The hotel is located about 5 minutes by car or 15 minutes walk (uphill) from the Marina Grande, which is where you will probably arrive by ferry. It is around a 10 minute stroll to the centre of Capri, which is even nicer in the evening than it is during the day, once all of the big tour groups have gone. The hotel room we had was a comfortable size for two people. The room was spotlessly clean and modern. Plenty of sockets available to charge multiple devices and free fast internet is available in your room and all other places of the hotel. Our room had a nice terrace at the front of the room, which we used to sit out on in the evening before going out for dinner. The hotel has it’s own gardens where they grow some of their own produce. The breakfast area is outside (under cover if you want it) which gives a great view over the harbour. It is a very peaceful environment to enjoy your breakfast, but you are welcome to stay in that area all day if you wanted. Breakfast is a nice buffet style selection of breads, cheese, meat, pastries, juices, yogurt, fruits and cereals, with hot drinks and eggs made to order (e.g. scrambled, boiled, omelette). The thing that makes this place stand out more than other hotels I have stayed at is the service provided by the family running the place. Rafael and Elena take great pride in their property and are incredibly welcoming. They made it feel like a family home for our stay instead of a hotel. They have been running this hotel for a couple of years and have such passion of what they want their place to be and what they want to do with it. For sure, they want to keep it as a small and personal hotel and not expand it so much that it looses its personal touch. They made a number of helpful suggestions and guidance for us to make the most of our stay and helped with various reservations on our behalf, as well as research of travel times and other information, which is much easier as a local to know where to look! There was a good selection of reasonably priced wines that could be obtained from the fridge in your room, or a wider selection from reception, which is also a bar. You can have your wine, wherever is comfortable to you, whether this be in your room, on your balcony/terrace, in a covered setting area or in the relaxed dining area with a great view. Overall, this is an exceptional property, which I would highly recommend to stay at.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: G Hua Hin Resort Mall; City: Hua Hin Prachuap Khiri Khan Province; Review: Nice hotel which is modern and spotlessly clean. Location is about 15 minutes walk from the town. There are plenty of restaurants within 5 minutes walk of the hotel so you on't have to trek out every day, if you can't be bothered. Breakfast is buffet style and had both western and asian options. Reasonable quality. Overall, the hotel is lovely and quiet. I had five days of perfect tranquility with just background noise. Unfortunately, I had two different days where the noise was horrible. If other guests have no manners or respect, then it will always be challenging. On each of these days there were family groups who consider it acceptable to shout at each other firstly when they are sitting on their balconies and secondly when they are in the pool. This is the adults, not just the children. Where there is noise, it echoes around the pool area and to the rooms, which is very annoying. If you stay here I just hope there are not groups from certain countries which are very crowded and people have little respect or awareness for others around them. Overall, it was a lovely place, but when there are horrible guests, it becomes a horrible place unfortunately. If you come away for quiet and you don't get it, it becomes a little disappointing. Room was very clean and the staff kept it well maintained. Good sized room which was quite comfortable. Wifi for the first floor ever worked but connections to the pool and 2nd floor areas were of a reasonable standard, even though Skype and Factime calls were patchy at times.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ark Hotel Hiroshima Ekiminami; City: Minami Hiroshima Hiroshima Prefecture Chugoku; Review: Pleasant stay for one night in this hotel. I arrived and then realised I had made a mistake with my reservation in that I had booked incorrectly for the following day (after making a number of changes to my schedule). Once understood the receptionist made the various changes for me, even though they were busy that evening. He was very polite and friendly throughout which gave a good first impression for something that could have caused me a problem. The rooms are quite old fashioned but are of a good size, by Japanese standards and was spotlessly clean. Sauna and public baths on the 10th floor were good, clean and were not too busy on the day of my visit. Location is about 7 minutes walk to JR Hiroshima station. Good reliable free wifi connection.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Premier Tokyo Shinjuku Station; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefec; Review: Excellent location. Just a couple of minutes walk from Shinjuku station (south east exit). Very clean throughout and good level of service from staff who were able to converse in English to serve me effectively and answer a few questions. Bathroom on 2nd floor was good. Sufficient space so that you didn't have to wait, even when it was quite busy. Rest area on third floor offers free drink vending machines with many options, which was a pleasant surprise. Over 3 days I stayed here a couple of times this floor was quite busy and had to wait for a table. The capsules are of a good size (I am 185cm and didn't struggle). They appear quite modern and had three power outlets within. There were also connectors to charge up your various devices, phones, tablets etc. As with any capsule it is as quite and respectful as you fellow guests allow. Snoring is often an issue in capsules but they provide earplugs in your capsule which is a simple but good attention to detail. Wifi was good most of the time, however at busy times it took a few attempts to connect and the doors was not adequate to have a decent connection on either Skype or FaceTime. Overall a good stay and will return here when I am back in Tokyo.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sauna Capsule Hotel Rumor Plaza; City: Higashiyama Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: Excellent location in the middle of town, close to Gion. The capsules are modern, clean and quiet, despite the loud snorers nearby. Ear plugs are provided in the capsule. Capsule includes a power socket. The spa facilities are very good, including an open air section on the roof. The communal areas are generally full of old men blocking the seats the majority of the time. It is a shame that there didn't appear to be any electrical sockets within the communal areas where you could plug in charge devices, phone, laptop etc, while you relax. Good speed reliable wifi. Complimentary Japanese style breakfast available. Staff spoke good English and were friendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Japan Capsule Hotel Cabana; City: Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: The location of this hotel is excellent just about 3 minutes walk from the station. The capsule is modern, comfortable and included power socket to charge devices. Shared spa/ bathroom facilities are significantly older than the capsule section. Still very clean and functional.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Yumoto Noboribetsu; City: Noboribetsu Hokkaido; Review: Check in time is 3pm but they allowed us to check in on arrival, about an hour early. Room was a traditional Japanese style with tatami mats and futon bedding. Room was well heated (very cold outside) but Windows could still be opened if you wanted a bit of temporary ventilation. Japanese style evening meal was served in the room. This had many different dishes and certainly filled us up. Good quality fresh food. Spa facilities were nice and spacious and never seemed to get very busy, which was nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort; City: Toyako cho Abuta gun Hokkaido; Review: Excellent hotel which is probably one of the nicest I have stayed at in any of my ten trips to Japan. Check in time is 3pm and you cannot check in early, but they will hold your luggage beforehand. The room was very large with wide windows overlooking the lake and a comfortable sofa. The room had a high quality feel to the decoration and amenities. The spa facilities were good and quite large and always seemed quiet and spacious, even when there were quite a few people there. The roof top pool overlooking the lake was particularly nice. The food selection which was buffet style, was of a good standard and there were extensive choices for both Asian and western styles. Both dinner and breakfast were equally pleasant. Staff were helpful and polite throughout. Highly recommended to stay here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel Convention Center; City: Buenos Aires Capital Federal District; Review: I stayed at this hotel for two weeks on business and found it to fall short of the standards I expect from a Sheraton. I don’t recall staying a hotel before where I felt so invisible to all staff for the duration of my stay. There were always plenty of staff standing around reception/lobby area either talking amounts themselves or just staring into the distance. Very unusual and strange. Check in was served quickly and politely. The staff gave none of the usual welcome or explanation of the hotel facilities including food options and breakfast etc. Even in the room there was no ‘welcome’ folder or information about where things are in the hotel. This hotel has decided not to put any signs up to guide guests. Whilst this means the common areas do not look cluttered, combined with a lack of a welcome pack, no introduction to the hotel and staff not interested in guests means you will have to explore around the hotel yourself if you want to find where things are. The room was at an acceptable standard with reasonable size and quality of bathroom. My room was at the front of the hotel, over looking the clock tower, on the 10th floor. I found it quite nosy and the windows did not keep the noise of the regular sirens, horns from the trains and traffic from the outside. The air conditioning can be controlled to set the temperature only. After that the system will just come on and off to maintain that temperature,w which it did efficiently. To do this is switched on and off quite regularly. When it came on, it was quite noisy for about 10 seconds, after which it would be quite and unobtrusive. During the day this was fine, but the noise was led enough to wake me up most nights during my two week stay. Housekeeping of the rooms was temperamental. They would come in every day and make the bed each day but wouldn’t replace the water in the room or the toiletries each day and just seemed to do this on an ad-hoc basis. Laundry service was ok and items were delivered back to me within the time promised. Wifi connection was good and reliable which allowed up to three devices to be connected. Connection was good enough for reliable FaceTime/Skype calls. Breakfast was poor. Cold food only, poor staff, quite cramped and if you are near a speaker it was also noisy. Whilst I would normally have breakfast in the hotel each day, I only did it twice here and went out every other day as it was such a poor offering. The gym was well equipped and each time I visited never had a problem with availability of the machines I wanted to use. Overall, I regret staying at this hotel. I should have checked out after a couple of days. It is not cheap and I am sure I could have got better service/quality, for the price paid at one of the many other hotels available. This hotel; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Lodge Bed Breakfast Cabins; City: Banff Banff National Park Alberta; Review: This was a great little place and the host was just wonderful. She made us feel very welcome and made it feel like a home for the three days we spent there. The room was old but had character which we liked. It was separate from main building and was like an individual apartment. The excellent host was very friendly and provided so many suggestions for what to do to make the most of our trip which included options we hadn’t previously been aware of. Each morning a home cooked freshly cooked breakfast was provided, which we wasn’t expecting. This made a good start for the day and also gave the opportunity to interact with fellow travellers, which doesn’t happen in many hotels. The property was in an excellent location. It was close to the town centre (couple of minutes walk) with many restaurants and shops close by. I consider this place to be very good value for money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown; City: Calgary Alberta; Review: Large clean room. good location, plenty of food options within walking distance. Free wifi at a reasonable speed. Comfortable chain hotel. Staff very neutral and not really interested. Reasonable stay but easily forgettable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sutton Place Hotel Edmonton; City: Edmonton Alberta; Review: Large clean room. Room felt quite modern with adequate electrical sockets for charging devices. Very comfortable bed. High floor provided good view of the city and away from any street level noise. Wifi was free and good reliable speed. Water temperature just luke warm in both he sink and the shower, which resulted in the shower not being very comfortable. This was a shame as the hotel was doing well to impress before then. Receptionist was less than helpful when asked him questions about the area and local transportation. It seemed a bit too much effort for him to be bothered by guest questions.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moda Hotel; City: Vancouver British Columbia; Review: The hotel is in an old building but has been modernised for it to appear quite modern. The room appeared quite nice. Good location with many eating and drinking options in close proximity. Tourist attractions and bus/public transport options are also conveniently located. I stayed here twice in separate bookings over the course of a week (checking out and coming back again a few days later). For the first booking I had a room very close to the lift and staircase on 2nd floor. I found it to be quite noisy due to other inconsiderate guests coming back late at night as well as guests and staff around in the morning. The housekeeping in the corridor with their radio messages was of particular note when I was trying to rest! The air conditioning unit was quite noisy and created a strong breeze all night even when on lowest setting. When checking out the first time I mentioned that the room was noisy and they immediately agreed to ensure I was in a different room on my return which they adhered to. The second visit I stayed at the end of the corridor on the third floor which was much better as less noise from other guests, just the morning noise from the housekeepers. The air conditioning in the second room was also quite noisy. A pair of ear plugs would probably make it much more reasonable and allow a better I disturbed rest. Good value for money considering the central area it is located in.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Hotel CABIN Asahikawa; City: Asahikawa Hokkaido; Review: This is a good value business style hotel. Excellent location, being just a few minutes walk from the train/bus station which helps it to be used as a base to see other parts of the region. The spa is nice and sufficiently spacious even when there were quite a few people in there. Sauna and a couple of hot baths available, together with a cooler pool. Decent variety of options available for breakfast which should be acceptable to both Japanese and Western tastes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Art Hotel Asahikawa; City: Asahikawa Hokkaido; Review: Not very friendly check in. With no explanations provided on check out times or facilities in the hotel. Leaflets and information around the reception area were not in English. When looking online at this hotel, the first thing they promote is the spa facilities. What they do not mention, on any of the online booking sites or their own website is that this is not included in the rate for guests, but is indeed chargeable. This is not at all transparent and will only be seen when you go to the basement to use the facilities. This is not very good and is very different to all other places I have visited and stayed at in Japan who are always open, transparent and honest. The websites should be updated to reflect that additional charges are applicable for use of the spa. 15 minutes walk to station. Better value and service available closer to the station/town centre.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dormy Inn Abashiri; City: Abashiri Hokkaido; Review: Very clean and modern hotel. Rooms are a reasonable size, for a hotel at this price range. There was a sliding door between the room entrance and the sleeping area, which helped reduce the normal noise you get from the hotel corridor. A drinks machine is available on the first floor providing hot and cold drinks. Laundry machines are available on the 9th floor. The washing machine was available free of charge and there was a small charge for use of the driers. The spa on the top floor was a real hidden gem. It is very modern and exceptionally clean. On the two days I was here, it was never busy, so always felt reasonably spacious. Good speed and reliable free wifi internet. About 15 minutes walk to/from the station (with luggage). Overall, this is a very modern and clean hotel at a good price. I would certainly look at staying here if I was in this area again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spa Safro; City: Chuo Sapporo Hokkaido; Review: This was a cheap capsule hotel which was about 20-25 minutes walk from the station (taking account all the traffic lights you have to wait for whilst crossing the roads!). It’s straightforward and is a pleasant walk. Area feels safe, even very late at night and early in the morning. Loads of restaurants and bars close by. There are no English signs throughout the property and the staff only speak a very limited amount of English. It therefore makes it a little bit complicated to work out what you need to do to get around and explore the property. You arrive at level 1, leave your shoes in a locker and check in. Take the lift to the 7th floor (regardless of which floor you are staying on. When coming out the lift on the 7th floor turn right to get to the lockers/spa or turn right and follow a corridor around until you find another elevator, which will take you to the floor where your capsule is. From the 7th floor, you can also walk up to the 8th floor, where there is a lounge to relax in. When you check in they do give you a little map and some instructions on what to do and where things are. Unfortunately, this is all in Japanese. If only this was in English, or there was some English signage it would make it a nicer experience for international guests. Once you understand where things are and how to get about, it’s quite easy and straightforward. To improve they just need to either get some signage added in English, or provide a translated handout of instructions/hotel map at check-in. I think quite easy to get done. The spa area, accessed from 7th floor, is set over two floors and is very large. This includes two saunas, steam room and inside and outside hot and cooler baths. Due to the size of it, it never seemed busy with not many people in the facilities at a time. The spa is by far the best thing about this property. I really enjoyed it and found it very relaxing. Whilst the spa area felt very clean, this was not the case for the actual capsules. People smoke at the end of the small corridor by the capsules which inevitably results in everything smelling of stale smoke. The capsule itself was a reasonable size with a curtain at the entrance for privacy. It appears quite old. There is an alarm clock as well as one power socket. The main thing I didn’t like, apart from the smell of smoke, was the many hairs on the mattress from previous guests! There is really no excuse for this not to be cleaned properly. There was no free wifi from the hotel. Instead, I connected to other public wifi facilities, but even these could not be accessed whilst in the capsule. Overall, the place is very good value for money if you are looking for a budget stay, with a really nice spa area, but the poor cleaning and lack; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Suncity Hakodate; City: Hakodate Hokkaido; Review: I had a small room in this place, which is a standard business style hotel in Japan. It was clean and functional and was ok for a two night stay. Reasonable value for the price paid. Public hot bath and sauna available free of charge. I locked myself out of my room one evening and had to explain this to the front desk staff, who did not understand English (apart from the routine check in/check out scenarios. Once I explained the situation, with the help of google translate only phone, he immediately helped get me back in my room and apologised for the delay in understanding; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Shin Imamiya; City: Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: This hotel is very close to the Shim Imamiya station with less than one minute walk from the west exit. The guy who checked me in at reception had a very good level of clear and confident English. I had a room instead of a capsule. It is very small, but this was a clear expectation from the time of booking. There is an individual air conditioning unit within the room, which made it feel much cooler and fresher after having that on for 5 minutes. The room had a toilet but showers were shared on the 10th floor. The room was ok, but not as clean as i would like with stains on the wall as well as the toilet floor! Shared bathroom was on the 10th floor, was perfectly adequate. This contained some traditional Japanese wash stations as well as two ‘western’ stand up showers. This seemed adequate and not busy for the time that I was using the facilities. Room was cheap and therefore good value for a budget stop.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Capsule Hotel Anshin Oyado Premier Tokyo Shinjuku Station; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefec; Review: I have stayed here multiple times now. It's in an excellent location, just a few minutes walk away from the South East exit to Shunjuku JR station. This is a busy place with both local and international visitors. The capsules themselves are comfortable and a of a good enough size (even for me at 185cm/6'2'). There is a TV, power socket, bottled water, ear plugs and connection cables to charge your phone/devices. Well equipped for a capsule. The lockers are on the ground floor, with reception. They are big enough for rucksack/day bag, together with any bits that you are likely to use for an overnight stay. Reception will hold your larger luggage/cases. It's quick and easy to get your case back but I would suggest planning in advance so you just need to open your case, take out what you want then put it back. Not much room in the locker area to have many cases open at the same time whilst re-packing, even though this will need to happen at times. Communal area with free drinks vending on the third floor, together with rest area and chairs. Bathing facilities on second floor were clean and available 24hrs. Plenty of space, even at busy times. Recommended place for a stay of a day or two.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Woodstock Arms; City: Woodstock Oxfordshire England; Review: This was a really nice place, from the welcome, to the room, to the food. There are a few rooms directly above the pub/restaurant. The room was very modern with a high standard of decoration and fitting. Despite being above the pub the room is quiet without disturbance from the customers downstairs. Very comfortable bed. We had both dinner and breakfast in the restaurant, which was of a high standard with friendly service. Fast free and reliable wifi service was complimentary. Overall, we found this to be a very good value and comfortable stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre; City: Swindon Wiltshire England; Review: This hotel is in a good location just a couple of minutes walk away from the station with eating options very nearby. The room was clean, spacious and perfectly adequate for an overnight stay. Complimentary wifi was of a good and reliable speed. Comfortable night stay and no disruption from city centre noise. Complimentary breakfast was provided in the morning, but unfortunately there were not enough staff in order to cope with the number of guests staying that day (during a public holiday). Whilst the staff were rushing around trying their best, there just wasn't enough of them. It therefore resulted in a wait for food to be delivered to the buffet area and waiting for plates to be available. Overall, good value stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kew Green Hotel Wanchai Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: This hotel was good for a couple of nights stay in Hong Kong. The location is just a few minutes walk away from the MTR station and plenty of food and drink options available nearby. The room was relatively spacious and nice and clean. Staff were friendly and efficient with the concierge helping out when I needed assistance. If the price was competitive I would consider returning to this place on my next visit; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanoi Charm Hotel; City: Hanoi; Review: This is a lovely little hotel in the middle of the Old City in Hanoi. This is a good location to wander around the centre. The staff are all very friendly and the reception staff have good levels of English. When leaving the hotel each time they would always check whether we needed any assistance and would make sure we were heading off in the right direction, guiding us, as required. Nice breakfast service provided each morning. On our last day there we had to leave before the breakfast service started so they very kindly arranged for breakfasts to be packed for us to take with us. It's these little touches that make a difference. The hotel was good value and we stayed on the 8th (top) floor which gave us a little terrace to sit out on, which was nice to see over the city and have some outside space. The hotel arranged to pick us up and drop us back at the airport. This was good value and saves the potential hassle of being ripped off by airport taxi drivers. The cost of the hotel was good value for what we received. We stayed there for three nights, went away for a couple of days to Halong Bay then came back for our final night in Hanoi. Overall, a very good stay and we thank the staff for their kind hospitality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt Shanghai; City: Shanghai; Review: This is a big hotel which sets itself up to be top end. There are always lots of staff around but I have no idea what they actually do! The rooms were furnished to a high standard with good quality amenities and bathroom facilities. Housekeeping was consistently good. The room next to mine was being refurbished. This is done just during the day, but this did include weekends. I arrived on a Friday night and the first morning there was interrupted due to the contraction noises, which woke me up on both days. During the week it was not a problem as I had left for work before the noise started. The following Friday I requested the reception staff that works could be arranged so that noisy activity would not take place before 10am each weekend morning, which I thought was a reasonable request. I was told that this would not be possible so I would have to move rooms if I wished to avoid the noise. I did move and unfortunately the lower room they put me in smelt of stale smoke, even though it was meant to be a non-smoking room. At least I slept without interruption. The buffet breakfast was consistently poor. Apart from having eggs cooked to order, none of the food was hot. At best things were luke warm and I tried a variety of different times. Many of the items were also out of stock on different days. I don’t think I should have to make a special request for orange juice to be brought out specially! Staff were not very professional, one of the ladies who takes you from the entrance to a table walked into me twice as she never looked up from either the floor or her clipboard. Coffee never arrived with just one request. Each day I had to ask at least twice with a couple of days requiring three requests. This is meant to be a high quality business hotel and waiting for a coffee at breakfast shouldn’t happen. I would expect regular refills throughout a 20-25 minute breakfast but this appeared out of the question. This breakfast cost in the region of £25 per day, which is very expensive for what is being offered here. Despite me staying at this place for two weeks I had to give up on their breakfasts after a week of persevering and found other significantly cheaper but better quality venues. (I stay in hotels about 90 days a year and this is the first time I have had to do this!) The gym, pool and spa facilities on level 57 were good. Plenty of equipment and never and to wait for any machines. As long as I chose times where there were no kids, the pool was big enough for a reasonable swim/workout at the end of each day. Overall, this is a decent hotel but is significantly let down by service failures that shouldn’t happen in a quality hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: HOTEL MYSTAYS Nishi Shinjuku; City: Nishishinjuku Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Good value hotel, less than 10 minutes walk from Shunjuku train station. Room was small but adequate, by Japanese budget room standards. Very clean. Bathroom looked quite old but the shower was excellent with powerful water pressure and the shower head was not too low, which I sometimes find.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: APA Villa Hotel Nagoya Marunouchi Ekimae; City: Nagoya Aichi Prefecture Tokai Chubu; Review: Stayed at this hotel for three nights. Upon arrival I wanted to make changes to the room type I had reserved. Despite the hotel being very busy without much room availability, the staff made efforts to be helpful to find us a room type that we wanted. The room was a reasonable size (by Japanese hotel standards) and felt quite modern. Spa bath on the top floor, included an outside bath, which was nice. Overall a good comfortable stay; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bosenkan; City: Gero Gifu Prefecture Tokai Chubu; Review: Located either a 10 minutes walk from the station or less than 5 minutes on the complementary shuttle bus. Nice big room with an enclosed balcony area with a table and couple of chairs to relax in. The food was ample and very well presented. The reception, public areas and public bath area were functional but appear very dated. It would probably have looked very trendy in the 1970's. The public bath was quite spacious and included outdoor bathing looking over the town, which was very relaxing. A reasonable place, but nothing special.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Hotel Matsumoto Natural Hot Springs; City: Matsumoto Nagano Prefecture Koshinetsu Chubu; Review: This hotel feels quite new and modern. Staff gave a very nice welcome and had clear English skills. There are tables and chairs in the reception area which can be used to relax, read or surf the net from, instead of sitting in your room. This area is also the breakfast area in the morning. Good reliable wifi at a decent speed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: APA Hotel Kanazawa Ekimae; City: Kanazawa Ishikawa Prefecture Hokuriku Chubu; Review: Good location with it being right beside the train station. Quite nice and modern communal areas with coffee shop on ground floor. Room was clean and functional but tiny, even by Japanese standards. The double room had such little space that there was insufficient space to have two large suitcases in the room and be able to walk beside the bed. The suitcases had to be moved around the room depending on whether we wanted to get to the bathroom or to the bed. Ok for a night but too claustrophobic for any longer. Spa on second floor was nice and not too busy at a weekend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Charm Brighton Boutique Hotel And Spa; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: - Nice newly decorated hotel - Very good value for the quality and service offered - Decent modern bathroom - Comfortable bed - Quiet room and didn’t hear noise from either outside or other guests. - Breakfast included - simple continental buffet, made to order cooked food. - Friendly staff - check in, breakfast and check out Overall, a really good find that is highly recommended and certainly a place I will consider on my next visit.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge London Hounslow; City: Hounslow Greater London England; Review: Good location - Less than 5 minutes walk from Hounslow Central underground station This is a comfortable budget hotel which is perfectly acceptable for a one night stay. Particularly convenient for an flight from Heathrow the next day as just a (approx) 10 minute tube journey away. Much better value than the Heathrow hotels. Plenty of quick food options nearby too. The room was clean and functional. Bed very comfortable with no sounds heard from outside during my stay. Overall, a good stay for the amount paid. Would certainly stay here again in advance of an early flight.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Novotel Xinqiao Beijing; City: Beijing; Review: Location wise the hotel was great, right in front of the subway, a block away from cool shopping centres and close to the Square. Apart from that the hotel is starting to show signs of needing an upgrade, a chip here, a churp there sort of thing. Having said that though, rooms very very clean and generous in size. Having breakfast included is a huge plus.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Peppers Soul; City: Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Queensland; Review: We stayed with our two kids in a two bedroom apartment on the 38th floor and it was just what we needed. The view was to die for. Being right on the beach, it was easy to go for early walks on the beach. The kids loved being right next to the beach and the indoor and outdoor heated pools. There is lots of parking underneath. The building sits on top of Soul Boardwalk so there is no shortage of cafes, restaurants and shops at your doorstep. The rooms were cleaned and tidied up everyday, they even emptied the dishwasher for me! Wouldn't want to stay anywhere else in Surfers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erakor Island Resort Spa; City: Port Vila Efate; Review: What a fantastic time we had at the resort. It is simple, clean with all the basic necessities available. We stayed at a room overlooking the main island and it was heaven. Breakfast was very good and filling with a plate of fruit available as well as your choice of eggs and cereal. Dinners at the resort were quite delicious. The open buffet and fire show on Thursday evenings is a must. Kids had a blast with all the snorkelling right at your doorstep, plenty of coral and fish to keep them entertained. We brought our own gear, so can't say anything about the gear at the resort. Staff are very helpful and always have a smile. Blanca organised some great tours for us, the Cascades is another must to see and visit. Overall one great holiday and will be back to experience Vanuatu again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Essence Hoi An Hotel Spa; City: Hoi An Quang Nam Province; Review: The BEST hotel we stayed in Vietnam, definitely the cleanest which also had the best breakfast. HoiAn is an amazing city and this hotel is very close to the city center, provides free shuttle to and back from the center. The room we stayed in was delightful, the pool was great and the atmosphere was very very pleasant. Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to visit HoiAn.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninh Binh Legend Hotel; City: Ninh Binh Ninh Binh Province; Review: HUGE, clean rooms is the first thing that comes to mind about this hotel. Our room was immaculately clean and huge with one of the most comfortable beds that I ever slept in. We took advantage of the open buffet for dinner for $13 and it was delicious. In the morning we rented bikes and went to the nearest village and some rice paddies. The breakfast was great too in fact we had our first fresh cheese in Vietnam at this hotel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cherish Hue Hotel; City: Hue Thua Thien Hue Province; Review: The hotel formerly known as Camellia is in a great location with great clean rooms. The location is fantastic and easy to take strolls around the neighbourhood that is packed with restaurants and cafes. The breakfast was great, especially the bread.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Indigo Hong Kong Island; City: Hong Kong; Review: We travelled as a family of 4, the hotel provided us with a connecting room which served us superbly. The kids had their own room, we had ours. The beds were very comfortable, all amenities provided were of great quality. There are great restaurants close by and a great bakery (Eric Kayser) right across the street. Unfortunately the pool was closed until mid February so couldn't see that. The MTR is a short 5 minutes walk, the tram is even closer. The best part is there is a street market on the street that you have to walk through to get to the transportation. I would highly recommend the hotel with its convenience to everything.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Los Angeles Century City; City: Los Angeles California; Review: The hotel is in a good area/ suburb of LA, at least you feel safe. Gokhan at reception was amazing as he made our checkin a breeze and recommended lots of places to eat. Valet parking is easy and convenient and there were tonnes of taxis right outside the door. Our room was a beautiful deluxe room, which was fantastic for family of 4. It was nice, clean and quite spacious. The bed was so soft and comfortable, though after flying for 14 hours we didn't really care where we slept! Would highly recommend the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort; City: Bangkok; Review: We know that Bangkok is a city that never sleeps, with traffic and congestion, well when you stay at Anantara Riverside, you are far from it. Our room overlooking the river was huge, the pool area was glorious, those iced lemongrass towels they provide at the Cafe and breakfast area very very welcoming in the heat, and the shuttle boat to Sathorn Taksin (Central Pier) just makes your life easy... The breakfast served is a huge spread, you can easily find anything and everything. We had a few snacks, light dinners and tea at the Cafe, which was quite nice as well. The hotel grounds and pool area is very well kept and beautiful and is a huge welcome when you come back from your trips downtown.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oaks Plaza Pier Apartment Hotel; City: Glenelg Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: We stayed in a two bedroom room which was nice, clean and well equipped. The location is the best part, there are so many restaurants close by as well as the amazing beach. There are car spaces downstairs as well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Casa Buenavista; City: Cienfuegos Cienfuegos Province Cuba; Review: This place has to be one of the most eclectic places I have ever stayed stayed at... the cool pieces of furniture combined with the art work and antiques scattered all over makes it a spectacular place. The rooms were spotless and had every amenity possible. The breakfast which was one of the best we had in Cuba was served in the most delightful way. The cold lemonade and mint drinks we were offered were a huge welcome from the heat... I can not recommend this place enough; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Calvin Klein Men's Dress Shirts Non Iron Slim Fit Solid; Brand: ; Review: I loved this shirt. Fabric and design were a pleasant surprise, even better seen in the promotional photo. I recommend this shirt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: The Twilight Saga - Breaking Dawn - Pt 2 Edizione: Regno Unito italien; Brand: Kristen Stewart; Review: This DVD is the final movie in the Twilight Series. It played perfectly and was in perfect on condition when I received it. You can't go wrong when you buy through Amazon! I highly recommend this DVD to anyone who liked the Twilight previous movies in this series !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid for Each Other; Brand: Dinah Manoff; Review: I enjoyed the movie, it had a very interesting storyline that held my attention. There were a few slow parts but all in all I enjoyed it. Excellent for the whole family; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban; Brand: Daniel Radcliffe; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix; Brand: Daniel Radcliffe; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire; Brand: Eric Sykes; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood and Chocolate (2007) DVD; Brand: ; Review: I have watched this time and again and just wanted it in my digital collection; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince; Brand: Daniel Radcliffe; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 [Blu-ray]; Brand: Daniel Radcliffe; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HP7: Deathly Hallows, P2 (DVD); Brand: Daniel Radcliffe; Review: Exhilerating; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: USB Christmas Tree with Multicolor LEDs; Brand: MonMount; Review: I bought 3 of these lovely trees. One for me, one for a co-worker and one for my sister-in-law. We all love them!! Ive been looking for this tree for years! At my previous job, a co-worker let me borrow hers for the Christmas season and Ive been looking for my own ever since! So glad to have found these trees. They arrived a few days earlier then the estimated time of arrival and I was very happy! Everything was packages nicely and nothing was broken!! Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cotton Craft Jute & Cotton Multi Chindi Braid Rug, Hand Woven Reversible, 4-Feet, Colors may Vary; Brand: Cotton Craft; Review: I love this rug but don't see it holding up long term. We recently remodeled our kitchen and chose a very neutral color palette and this rug definitely adds some color to the room. Hopefully it holds up because I love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons set by Simply Gourmet. Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Spoons Set of; Brand: Simply Gourmet; Review: Wow, I am actually really impressed with these! They are very thick and durable, which I was not expecting. I expected them to be super thin metal and easily bendable but they are not at all. I love the measuring spoons and love that the measuring cups have indicator lines for other measurements so you could use each cup for multiple measurements. The cups also include a 2/3 measuring cup, which most sets do not have. The slim design of the measuring spoons is very nice for saving space in your drawers and fitting down into slim spice containers so that you are not trying to dump the proper amount into a spoon. These will definitely last me a lifetime and I have gotten rid of all my other cheap plastic measuring utensils. I am very impressed and I would not be hesitant to use this company for other products. Very pleased!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Con-Tact Brand Creative Covering Self-Adhesive Shelf and Drawer Liner, 18-Inches by 9-Feet, Watercolor Dot; Brand: Con-Tact; Review: This paper is very cute but very thin. I lined the shelves in my daughter's closet with this paper but I know it will not last over time. I find that it doesn't stick as well as some adhesive paper I have used but for now, I guess it will have to do. We had to tape down the ends on the bottom side of the shelves because it kept coming up. I plan on lining the dresser drawers with it too, which I think it will last a little longer because it will just hold clothes. But in places like a closet or bathroom shelving where you will me moving items around quite a bit, it will not last. It scratches easily and is very see through. You can't add multiple layers because it is so see through but it will be okay for now. I just know we will be replacing it down the road.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Con-Tact Brand Con-Tact Multi-Purpose Self-Adhesive Shelf Liner Paper, 18" x9', Polka Blue; Brand: Con-Tact Brand; Review: This paper is very cute but very thin. I lined the shelves in my daughter's closet with this paper but I know it will not last over time. I find that it doesn't stick as well as some adhesive paper I have used but for now, I guess it will have to do. We had to tape down the ends on the bottom side of the shelves because it kept coming up. I plan on lining the dresser drawers with it too, which I think it will last a little longer because it will just hold clothes. But in places like a closet or bathroom shelving where you will me moving items around quite a bit, it will not last. It scratches easily and is very see through. You can't add multiple layers because it is so see through but it will be okay for now. I just know we will be replacing it down the road.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Le Lion D or; City: Bernay Communaute de Communes de Bernay et des Environs Eure Haute Normand; Review: Excellent central town location. We used this hotel as a stop over having travelled from Calais and heading for Fougeres. After the ferry crossing this was a great stopping point. We had a room over looking the courtyard at the back standard size, clean, no a/c, poor shower. Lady owner very pleasant We didnt have breakfast as we needed an early start. Tip , parking is in the courtyard at the back not many spaces ,Saturday is market day and its right outside the hotel enterance you must be out by 8.00am at the latest our you will be trapped in untill 2.00pm. We left early but if you have more time from our walk the night before around the town it looks like a nice place.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Balzac Hotel; City: Fougeres Ille et Vilaine Brittany; Review: Great location in his very pretty town. Arrived Saturday market is set up across the main square so no access by car untill 2.00pm.After that parking is free and right outside . Room 6 is at the back (no view) but was a triple so had more room.Good for our 2 day stay. Clean room and bathroom . The shower was very powerfull but hand held over the bath. The lady owner was very pleasant,breakfast was 6euro .Free internet access available in lounge area. This hotel did exactly want we hoped for clean ,shower 7out of 10,but in a great spot to walk to the castle ,and a great castle it is!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel du Parc des Tourelles; City: Dinard Ille et Vilaine Brittany; Review: We found this hotel driving around shortly after arriving its out of the main sea front area but only a few mins walk back to the sea front.Parking is on the road we had no problems with that. This hotel has been refitted and painted. Owned by Monsieur et Madame Verbeeck ,one or the other was always in or around reception , smiling and very helpfull. Room 15, a double at the front, loverly room looks down on to the road,felt fresh and very clean, good bathroom and shower . Breakfast is served in a large dining room 7 euro. We payed 64 euro for the room and stayed 2 nights, good value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Celtique Hotel Spa; City: Carnac Morbihan Brittany; Review: 5day stay ,good location to vist this pretty coast line. Hotel staff pleasant everything well run . Room 115 is a good size double the biggest we found during our trip.It opens out on to a private patio area which was great for sitting out early evening. The car park is small and 2 or 3 times we had no choice but to park a few roads away in order to avoid parking fees, on road. This might cause parents a problem if moving lots of bags etc. We had no problems but if you arrive back at the hotel before all the people have left the beaches then parking will be tight in the surrounding roads. The weather is not always great and the covered pool was a great extra. We thought breakfast was very expensive at 12 euros each so eat out.Loads of great places to eat all walking distance. The hotel is only 5 mins walk from the sea front.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iberostar Quetzal Playacar; City: Playa del Carmen Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Lucky enought to spend our 2nd christmas in this hotel, went back because we enjoyed it so much the 1st time.We would support all the positive comments you have read.Check out a recent review "Holidaytriptester2" read this review it is good.The hotel is great no matter your age we think you would struggle to enjoy a holiday in this fantastic setting, when did you last stay in a little jungle and have small monkeys running across your balcony! All the staff are polite and very helpfull Gloria on the reception desk is a star.Marco runs the main buffet and has loads of local info.Our tip, pack light we used the hotel laundry on our 1st stay inc dry cleaning some of my wifes clothes we were really impressed, back the same day all in plastic covers and very cheap. Our 2nd vist meant we travelled light for our 2 week stay.As reported we also saw people having to pay huge sums of money at Cancun airport as a result of bags being too heavy.Hopefully we might save you a few bob! As confirmed in previous reviews Tucan and Quatzel are side by side check the wedsites to compare costs.We hope you enjoy the experience as much as we did loads to do and see,go swim with the dolfins you only live once. Enjoy it`s great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: JW Marriott Grosvenor House London; City: London England; Review: Huge thanks to the staff at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane for providing an outstanding experience for my husband's recent special birthday. From the moment we checked in to the moment we left, we felt thoroughly spoilt and beautifully looked after. I had forewarned the hotel of our celebration and they provided a wonderful corner room on the eighth floor with terrific views over the London Eye, Post Office Tower and iconic sights of London. The bed was enormous and exceptionally comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful throughout. As Gold Elite members of the Marriott points scheme, we were able to enjoy the facilities of the executive lounge - so comfortable and with a great choice of food and highly drinkable wines. We particularly enjoyed the afternoon tea. The atmosphere was relaxing and congenial and the area provides the opportunity to chat with other guests if you are feeling sociable. The valet parking was very useful as it's such a busy area of London and although I did discover that it is possible to avoid congestion charges and find a cheaper garage parking option a walk away, the convenience factor won me over! The location is brilliant. We popped over to China Town, went to a West End musical and enjoyed wandering through the shops on Regent Street, Bond Street and Oxford Street. There are plenty of bars and restaurants around but quite honestly, such were the delights of the hotel with its exec lounge that we were reluctant to leave its four walls! As an older couple seeking an unforgettable and romantic experience, we could not fault our stay. We shall definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eye Kettleby Lakes; City: Melton Mowbray Leicestershire England; Review: The team at Eye Kettleby Lakes is outstanding. We always receive the warmest welcome and this has become our top choice for caravan sites. We are regular visitors these days and can't wait to go back. What makes us return again and again? The list is endless: Superb facilities, friendly and welcoming, great entertainment, a lovely bar, terrific, helpful staff who always go the extra mile, stunning scenery, a lovely, pet-friendly environment with restaurants, pubs, shops and a weekly market not far away - just brilliant, and that's without mentioning the wonderful fishing, which is not our thing but which attracts lots of people to the site. They have even won 'loo of the year'! We have never stayed in a lodge but are very tempted for when the weather is not so great for camping. Folks on site rave about them so it's hard to resist. Craig, Nemo, Olivia, Maxine and the rest of the gang are absolutely amazing at making you feel at home and doing everything to make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible. I cannot rate this highly enough.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa des Princes; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: Terrific location with great bars and restaurants and the metro just up the street. Good breakfast, clean room, friendly, helpful staff and value for money. I would go there again for sure. My only complaint was that the sliding loo door did not fit properly or close!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blue Moon Motel; City: Niagara Falls Ontario; Review: So friendly and a short drive from attractions and outlet shops. Amazing value for money and a super free breakfast. There are chairs and tables outdoors and a supermarket just up the road so you can have a family picnic in the shade - or enjoy relaxing around the pool. Not posh but perfect if you are on a tightish budget.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Marcel; City: Bruges West Flanders Province; Review: We loved the location and the modern eco-approach of the hotel. The bar was great to hang around in and the soup and bread board was the perfect evening meal. Staff were so helpful and friendly. Would for sure visit again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Abalonia Inn; City: Ogunquit Maine; Review: We received a terrific, warm welcome from the charming staff. The inn offers wonderful accommodation in the perfect part of town. Delicious muffins for breakfast and tea and coffee on tap. The bed was super comfy, the surroundings comfortable and stylish - in all, an outstanding experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inn at the Finger Lakes; City: Auburn Finger Lakes New York; Review: Great room with wonderful welcome and free cocktail reception with manager. Tea and coffee making facilities and super comfy bed as well as generous breakfast. Auburn has some great places to eat - ask the lovely reception staff for help. Very handy for a Finger Lakes wine tour and perfect stop-off en route from Niagara to Adirondacks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1785 Inn; City: North Conway Conway New Hampshire; Review: We have loved this place for years, and stayed and eaten here on a number of occasions since the 90s. We booked it as part of a New England tour with friends and it was to be a highlight. On sight, we could immediately see that it was run down and needed a coat of paint. The landlord was nowhere to be seen but eventually arrived wearing a food-stained shirt. We did not feel at all welcome. I don't think anyone else was staying and on previous years this place has been heaving. We asked to book dinner only to be told that they don't serve it any more. There are no tea and coffee facilities in the rooms and we were charged a fortune for two teas at the bar (whilst our host ungraciously worked next to me on his laptop) even though I had one tea bag and only requested a top up of water! Maybe there is a sad story behind the demise of this once grand and lovely place. In which case I am truly sorry. If it is simply a question of effort then this is a crying shame as this once gorgeous inn deserves to be loved. The bedrooms are still pretty and one big redeeming feature was the breakfast, served with a smile and hot, fresh pastries. Thank you to the lovely waitress at breakfast. You made us feel better!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amber Lantern Motel and Cottages; City: Lake George New York; Review: Okay, so you get there and yes, the cottages are a bit worn out, but the calm, leafy environment and the sense of getting away from it all soon takes over. Tom was brilliant when we needed a little help and our stay here strangely became one of the highlights of our New England tour. If you want shiny and pristine (which I often do!), don't go for this. if you want a more authentic, laid back, chill out experience, this is ideal. We loved it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sur Hotel Sultanahmet; City: Istanbul; Review: We loved stay here! It is as you would expect a tourist hotel to be but with super friendly welcome and the most helpful staff you can imagine. We arranged pick up from the airport, which was efficient and on time. The rooms are basic but with everything you could want and spotlessly clean. The location could not be more perfect. You are just minutes walk from all the main sights and only about 15 minutes walk from the magnificent Grand Bazaar. On your doorstep are plenty of bars and restaurants. We had a great meal in a little family run place just up the hill. This appears at first to be in the back of beyond, but do not be put off! The big and wonderful surprise is that a generous breakfast is served on the roof terrace with fantastic views straight over the Bosphirus. I would not hesitate to go again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Another Second Penny Inn; City: Stonington Connecticut; Review: We have visited here twice now. Wow! The welcome is outstanding and Sandra and Jim are terrific hosts. The rooms are in a period inn with wonderful, original features. We love the room with the dressing area and slipper bath en suite. Breakfast is all freshly cooked and Sandra's special treats are to die for. Very close to mystic, although we loved Stonington itself as a place to spend time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ravel Hilversum; City: Hilversum North Holland Province; Review: Folks here cannot do enough for you. Comfy rooms, a homely atmosphere and a decent breakfast. Wifi is a bit dodgy at times. The location is a short stroll from the town and only up the road from some great eateries and bars. Have stayed here a few times and it has been a consistently good experience. Ground floor rooms are particularly good to avoid stairs although the room in the attic is more romantic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mountain Valley Retreat B B; City: Killington Vermont; Review: This was the most outstanding experience. Mike and Barb could not have made us more welcome in their lovely home. It truly is a retreat. They welcomed us with tea and biscuits, shared their local knowledge and pointed us in the direction of great eateries in Killington. I have never slept in a more comfortable bed. We loved the room overlooking the mountain stream. Sunrise was spectacular over the extensive grounds when we took a walk before breakfast - a delicious meal that set us up for the day. It was a privilege to spend time in this beautiful place with such lovely folk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gunstock Inn Resort; City: Gilford New Hampshire; Review: Friendly welcome and great to have good place to eat on site. Very relaxed and cosy. Continental breakfast is included, which was super, but fully cooked option is available. The staff were super helpful and welcoming. I would go there again for sure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Windrift Motel; City: West Yarmouth Yarmouth Cape Cod Massachusetts; Review: Mary was wonderfully helpful and made us feel very welcome. The motel is in a terrific location for access to Hyannis and the ferry over to Martha's Vineyard. One thing to note is that, this season at least, continental breakfast is not available although there are coffee facilities in reception. There are small supermarkets and eateries close by though, and Mary is wonderful at providing local info. A great stay at a very sensible price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Publick House Historic Inn; City: Sturbridge Massachusetts; Review: Wow! What a beautiful place! Slightly disappointed not to be staying in the main inn but the room was still very comfortable and we enjoyed the warmest welcome. The food here is terrific - and the fresh-baked pastries are scrumptious. Complimentary continental breakfast includes mouth-wateringly good cinnamon buns!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Salem Inn; City: Salem Massachusetts; Review: What a surprise this was! Salem Inn is actually three separate, wonderful and shabby chic, grand houses, all within easy walking distance of all attractions as well as the train station (25 minutes to Boston) and the ferry (lovely to sail into Boston from here). Superb location with onsite parking at no cost and great, complimentary breakfast. Loved the old town house atmosphere and free sherry! The rooms were enormous and very comfortable as well as being surprisingly quiet given the easy access to just about everything.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Club Quarters Hotel Wall Street; City: New York City New York; Review: Outstanding location just up from Ground Zero and with lots of eateries on the doorstep. Much more happening than I had expected in this part of town. Fantastic welcome from friendly staff and free M&Ms and coffee made my stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Berkeley Square Hotel; City: Bristol England; Review: Loved the welcome and the friendly, helpful staff. The room was small but fine and reasonably priced with a decent bathroom and comfy bed. No air con on a very hot night though and it was pretty noisy with the window open. What I loved was the sherry in the room. What I hated were the posy tea leaves and the ground coffee with a ridiculously small cafetiere. You just ended up with tea grouts in your mouth and it was far too much effort after a long journey when you just want a quick cuppa.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Restaurant Le Normandie; City: Ouistreham Calvados Basse Normandie Normandy; Review: Fantastic location for the ferry port, along with several other online hotels. Staff were friendly and accommodating, providing extra pillows for us. Bar and restaurant offered a pleasing environment and our waiter was very attentive, although it was hard to judge the atmosphere when there was only one other couple dining. The Kir was brilliant and strong as I requested! The drinks prices were way over the top. No house wine was offered at the bar, although on the restaurant menu. Bedrooms are very tired and totally lacking in ambiance. The bed was okay. The main course (catch of the day) was tasty (very small portion - so watch out if you have a good appetite!) but the fish soup was thin and uninteresting. We took a walk after dinner and all other restaurants were practically full whereas only one other couple ventured into this hotel. Overall, rather disappointing by French standards.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bristol; City: Bristol England; Review: Perfectly located, The Bristol exceeded our expectations by a very long way. From the warm welcome from courteous, friendly and engaged staff to the super comfy beds, this experience compares very well with the level of service and stylish interiors we’ve enjoyed in the Middle East. We relaxed over reviving gin and tonics in the lounge bar and delighted in the river views (stunning as the sun goes down and the lights twinkle through the trees) from both our bedroom and the airy, classy restaurant with its crisp, white tablecloths and napkins. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful, perfectly hosted by the Maître D. Nothing was too much trouble and to top it all you can park right next to the hotel for only £5. Amazing value for Bristol. Looking forward to our next stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dredd; Brand: Lena Headey; Review: Hey, its an action movie, likes the changes they made, I've not read the books so not sure how close to the books they followed. Fellas will enjoy it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age: Continental Drift; Brand: Ray Romano; Review: What's not to like about this movie, best 3rd movie I've seen in a long time. Four more words required, ok done.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA(WS) HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA(WS); Brand: Adam Sandler; Review: Kids should really like it, lots of different characters in the movie, had some odd moments but kids won't pick up on it. Enjoyed it, not great but not bad either.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Outlander; Brand: Jim Caviezel; Review: Good graphics, good acting, neat twist on the vikings/dragon/space man type. I was really impressed with the movie, enjoyed it, no real boring parts. They could have done more with Ron Perlman's part, he has such a great intro into the movie and then his role fizzles out. One of those "yeah I'll watch that again" type of movies.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max: Fury Road; Brand: Tom Hardy; Review: Outstanding..... I don't know what else to say! The director has an amazing imagination. Hope he makes a few more Mad Max movies and if they are as good as this one, what a beautiful day indeed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max : Fury Road - Edition limitée 3D - Coffret Voiture [Blu-ray]; Brand: ; Review: Outstanding..... I don't know what else to say! The director has an amazing imagination. Hope he makes a few more Mad Max movies and if they are as good as this one, what a beautiful day indeed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tucker & Dale vs. Evil; Brand: Tyler Labine; Review: Well done comedy. Have watched it a few times now, just to good to not watch it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Ass Spider; Brand: Greg Grunberg; Review: I'm still shocked! This was a good movie...funny too. Enjoy!!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Blood; Brand: Gina Carano; Review: Its different, but keeps you involved. With such an all star cast I was a bit sad that more of their acting skills were not used to what we all know of the cast and there pedigree of acting. as most have said, the fight scenes with Gina Carano were very good, a nice element of realism involved.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Valley; Brand: Sam Riley; Review: Nice little western. Its in German, wish it was not dubed into English, would have preferred subtitles instead. It has a little spaghetti, and some elements of American western with its own unique twist regarding a Highland type of feeling. Development is slow, but steady, beautiful scenery, looked great on my tv. Hoping this Sam Riley does some more westerns. He carried a core of dark but honorable trait to his character, and you don't see that much anymore. Clint Eastwood pulled that off quite well. Enjoy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trouble with the Curve; Brand: Clint Eastwood; Review: Outstanding movie. Always enjoyed this movie.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Alien Enigma; Author: Visit Amazon's Darrell Bain Page; Review: In Hollywood, Michael Bay + Large Budget = Predictable Results. Science fiction is somewhat similar; throw in a scruffy but lovable band of explorers/mercanaries, pit them against some nasty adversaries and you get predictable results. However, much like a Michael Bay flick, this is by no means a masterpiece. Besides the previously noted grammar and spelling issues there are mile wide plot holes and a major lack of character development. Having said that, I still found this book immensely enjoyable. The pace and tone are good, the overall premise is VERY promising for the sequels, and its lack of originality is compensated by a lively writing style and concise narrative. The author avoids the worst pitfalls of science fiction, the meandering monologues and philosophical abstraction of more established writers. There is no over thinking this book, (Ben Bova, I'm talking to you,) it is what it is and as such it's enjoyable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stray: Touchstone (Part 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Andrea K Hst Page; Review: I'm what you would call a hard core science fiction reader who generally likes 500+ page, dry-as-dust techno dramas. Read tons of them. Lately though I've gotten fed up with the anemic personalities and convoluted story lines. So I downloaded this book. Wow, what a change from what I usually read. Absolutely what sci-fi should be - engaging, personable and intriguing. As any good writer would, it's clear that the author placed more than a little of herself into the main character and it translates beautifully. The heroine is very human and reflects some of that stoicism that Australians are so world famous for. I also love what the Japanese manga otaku would call the 'power up' aspect of the story, watching as an ordinary person gains more and more power over the course of the book. Overall, the book is a lot of fun and I would rate it with the likes of Piers Anthony's Adept and Xanth Series, but less drawn out and sporting better canon material. If the author decides to write more works in this vein, she will likely find great success in the long run.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unincorporated Future (The Unincorporated Man); Author: Visit Amazon's Dani Kollin Page; Review: Anyone who's managed to stick with the Unincorporated Universe through the first three books will find the fourth surprisingly improved over the second and third. Much of this is probably due to the likelihood, (I'm speculating here,) that The Unincorporated Man originally began as a stand alone novel and was only towards the end adopted into a series. As such, the second and third books had a hard time maintaining the energy and pace of the first one. Fortunately the writers finally got the hang of it and the final novel did manage to pick up the pace as well as throw a few curve balls at the reader, much in the style of the first book. (Neela and Kirk's arc conclusions come to mind.) In fact, it felt like a mid-point novel, not a finale. Despite this, as a concluding novel it was good. Then ending on the other hand left a bad taste in my mouth. Sandra and Justin's conclusion is basically a blunted cliffhanger, one which in the absence of a fifth book is unlikely to ever be resolved. Considering the emotional investment I've sunk into the series, this stung a bit. On top of that, we're given a glimpse into the far future, one which appears rich and fascinating. It's somewhat infuriating to be unable to explore it at all. As a series, the Unincorporated Universe was better than an overwhelming majority of what's been published in the past decade or two. It managed to stay fresh despite drawing out the action between four books, it managed to do this without rambling or loosing its way, and it concluded in a dignified and realistic manner. Or as realistic a manner as a science fiction book can conclude in, anyway. Yes there were problems, many of which have been stated repeatedly in other reviews. But the series is still a good read, especially when measured against similar contemporary works.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Husks: The First Book (Volume 1); Author: Randall P. Fitzgerald; Review: I'm not terribly great at writing reviews but I just had to write this, seeing as this book (and writer) should be rated much higher than a few lonely stars. I read this book about four months ago and since have read quite a few more. The contrast between this and the other works is what made me come back and rate this one 5 stars - so many worse books get so much more readers. Anyway, about the book. The action feels immediate, immersing and fast paced without being frantic or sloppy. The world building is quite good and although not always the most realistic it draws a compelling visage of a broken planet filled with desperate, wild and dangerous folks. The author however does avoid bathing the reader in hopelessness, horror or that bleak sense of emptiness so characteristic of some other post-apocalyptic novels. The protagonist is strangely similar to a woman I once knew, an ex-marine. She taught me that there are some female bad-asses out there in the world that are not necessarily very sexy once you get up close and personal with them, regardless of what they look like. Some of that danger bleeds through the author's portrayal of her and feels very authentic, real. She's not just a tough chick made hard by the tough world. She's about one bad hour from becoming a full blown sociopath. And a lot of her friends don't really have a clue... The one thing I might not have liked about the book was the ending. It's too soon to tell without having read the sequel but some elements which set up the next chapter feel too much like a deus ex machina contrivance. I hope I'm wrong, but even if I'm not the author spins a compelling enough yarn that one can afford to ramp up suspension of disbelief a little. Not worth knocking a star off. This one's definitely worth a read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surveyor: Book 1 in the Corps of Discovery Series (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's James S Peet Page; Review: Great book, I'm glad I took a chance on this author. A note to any potential reader, the pace of this book is quite different from most modern works of fiction. While not quite plodding, the pace is very slow and even. While this may discourage some I found it quite refreshing after getting used to it. It's a marathon, not a sprint with this one. The author takes the time to paint a rich world and settle the reader into a tempo that allows the reader to be immersed into the world. This isn't an edge of your seat action thriller, it's written more like the exploratory tales of a 19th century trailblazer. It clocks the daily lives of hard working pioneers and does not spend much time dwelling on sentiment or drawn out moments of high tension. If you enjoy that sort of storytelling you'll love this one. If not, it might still be worth a shot. Not many authors out there writing in this style and there's a good chance it'll grow on you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AG 13 1.5V Replacement Button Cell Batteries Tealights Electrontics Watches Country Primitive LED Decor; Brand: BCD; Review: Was having hard time finding correct batteries for my tealights and finally found them on amazon...great price too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: United Curtain Sinclair Embroidered Grommet Valance, 54 by 18-Inch, Apple; Brand: United Curtain; Review: They are beautiful! Very nice material and well made.....took a chance hoping the color was as described and they were spot on!! Love them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: United Curtain Sinclair Embroidered Window Curtain Panel, 54 by 84-Inch, Taupe; Brand: United Curtain; Review: They are beautiful! Very nice material and well made.....took a chance hoping the color was as described and they were spot on!! Love them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beach Palm Tree Vintage Posters - Set of Six 8" x 10" Wall Posters by Wallsthatspeak; Brand: wallsthatspeak; Review: These prints are the perfect addition to my "retro" old style hawaiian themed bedroom! Quality is excellent and they look great with some dollar store frames....thank you for your excellent product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YOUR SMILE Christmas Classic Retro Farmhouse Buffalo Tartan Checkers Plaid Cotton Linen Decorative Throw Pillow Case Cushion Cover Pillowcase for; Brand: YOUR SMILE; Review: Well made...true to size even after washing and drying. They were a little stiff which is reason for washing but all is good. LOVE hidden zipper!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VHC Brands 9821 Farmhouse Jute Runner Stencil Stars 8x24; Brand: VHC Brands; Review: Love it! Well made!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Replacements (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Untouchables (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Some Like It Hot (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Funny Girl (1968); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pillow Talk (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Midsomer Murders; Brand: John Nettles; Review: We own all sets before 15 & this set is NOT the quality as produced in the past. No mystery, no intrique, just a bunch of idiotic characters & no story line. To make it short, the last man in the wheel chair did it(Shot at Dawn), soooooooo obvious. I can see why John Nettles is leaving. With stories like this (very low class) & surrounded by bad writers, I would leave too. Don't waste your money on this one.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Agatha Christie’s Marple: Series 5; Brand: Julia McKenzie; Review: The original Christie story about the Secrets of Chimneys is so different from this version. Who makes the decision to make all these changes? Still, it was quite confusing & interesting, so worth the purchase.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lark Rise to Candleford: Season 4; Brand: Ben Aldridge; Review: I can see why there will be no season 5. Season 4 was a rush job, they tried to tie the ends all in one episode and it ruined the final season. Dorcas married the last man standing(he never smiles), Mini married Alfie after his mother returns from prison & has an overnight epiphany on how to be a good/reformed mom, Laura & Daniel discuss Laura's writing ability & not much else. And Twister wasn't even in the last episode, nor was Mr. Timmons who not was even in season 4. Guess he was too busy with Downton Abby. They might have just as well had stopped with season 3. I guess this is why they lowered the price. So very disappointed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A History of Scotland (2010) [Region2] Requires a Multi Region Player; Brand: Neil Oliver; Review: I bought this set mostly because of the reviews. It does have a few problems. One is the narrator. It's so hard to understand what he is saying. I have the TV turned up to loud just to hear him & have to replay & replay because of the way he talks. The other problem is the music. I don't know why, but the British have always had a problem with which is more important, music or listening to the person talking. When the music overplays the talking, it's a waste of time trying to figure out what the person is saying. Music should be LOW so you can hear the person speaking. It seems all of British shows have this problem. Scenery is terrific. We're half way thru the series & I feel as though we should start over because we can't understand what he is saying. Also, the series is very repetative, could have nade it shorter in story & longer in scenic views.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Single Handed: Set One; Brand: Owen McDonnell; Review: Just purchased sets 1 & 2. Couldn't stop watching, fabulous new actors & beautiful settings. The stories are so very different. When I started to watch the first set, I wondered what could go wrong in the middle of nowhere? Boy was I wrong. You won't be able to stop watching this series. And, you can understand what they are saying, which has been a problem with some of the BBC series. Well worth the money!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midsomer Murders - Set 21; Brand: Neil Dudgeon; Review: I was getting slightly bored with John Nettles in the past couple of series, and the story line was going downhill fast. So I was hoping the new Barnaby would be a fresh new beginning with new writers. BOY WAS I WRONG! Just watched the first 2 mysteries with Neil Dudgeon & he is nothing what I had hoped for. What has happened to this series?? There was something nice in #2, and that was Julian Ovenden. I just bought his new vocal CD, can't wait to get it. Julian was also in Foyle"s War, Andrew. Getting back to Midsomer Murders.....how about putting some mystery into the mystery??? Seems all we get is sex & more sex. The newer sets have subtitles. Also, the best part of #21 with Neil Dudgeon was 1. Jones & 2. the new dog.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Case Histories Set 2; Brand: Jason Isaacs; Review: Pre-ordered season 2. Great writers, finally. Bought season 1 for 6 episodes of interesting mysteries in Scotland. It's almost like going on a vacation and seeing the Scotish landescape. Why can't Hollywood write mysteries like these. All we get is junk TV.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VERA, SET 2; Brand: ; Review: Vera keeps you guessing right to the very end. The scenery is beautiful too. Sometimes it's a little hard to understand (the audio) but it comes with subtitles. Can't wait for season 3 to come out. Truly a mystery worth watching.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ripper Street - Series 1 anglais; Brand: ; Review: Just finished watching 8 episodes of Ripper Street. My favorite is Drake. I sure hope hollywood is watching all these new BBC mysteries as they are really good. The series was actually filmed in Ireland, which surprised me. Series 2 out in 2014 for USA. Very spicey & unusual plots. Cudos to the writers! Each episode is about 1 hour but feels like 20 minutes. Money well spent. I'm hooked on all these BBC mysteries.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Paradise: Season 1; Brand: Various; Review: Watched the first 2 hours last night. We spent the entire 2 hours comparing it to the Selfridge movie of last year. Moray looks very much like Selfridge. The woman who wants to marry Moray & whose father is loaning him the money to expand his store, looks so much like the wife in Selfrige that the people who made Selfridge must wonder if the Paradise people were making a carbon copy movie & for what purpose? Kind of like making the same dress to sell in a shop across the street from a shop that already sells it??? The rest of the 2 hours were spent trying to figure out in what other movies did we see some of the actors, Downtown Abbey, Lark Rise to Candleford & Last Tango in Halifax(on the same night no less). I have often wondered (no disrespect here as I am a British descendant & love the country)if Britain has more than 29 actors/actresses? As far as the Paradise movie, well, the costumes are nice but the story is so predictable. Maybe after seeing the entire show, I will come back & modify my review. Not trying the bash this movie but it's really too close in substance to Selfridges where "THE SALE IS OVER". UPdate: I just learned that the Paradise was made before Selfridge. Both series are still a "watch it one time", "been there, done that". So, to who ever made the "copy", please don't copy the copy. :); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last Tango in Halifax; Brand: Various; Review: I am watching this on TV right now, week by week, & can't wait for the next episode. I watch all the BBC movies but this one is so different. Last night I almost fell of the couch laughing when some lady(a mother or ex-wife)threw this guy (who was beaten up really bad)out of her car, she didn't want him back, period. Now, I suppose you are wondering why I would find that scene so funny? You have to watch the entire movie to find out why. In the same episode, we see 4 guys & a woman sitting in a livingroom, another scene to laugh at cause guy 1 is her ex-husband who wants to come back, guy 2 is her son, guy 3 is the guy who was thrown out of the car(her ex-lover) & guy 4 is a character who wants her. What more could one want?? OK, how about the scene where the guy, thrown out of the car, falls down the stairway. HONEST, you have to get this movie, it's a one of a kind! Talk about a dysfunctional family or 2.....hope it never ends!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JACK TAYLOR, SET 1; Brand: Iain Glen; Review: Bought set 1 & both husband & I are disappointed. Way too brutal for us. If you like to watch a drunk for 1.5 hours being beaten up several times & still come out on top, this one is for you, not for us. Does he have any unbroken bones left?; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wallander: Season Four; Brand: Kenneth Branagh; Review: After watching the last three shows of Wallander, we have mixed feelings about this series. Besides the scenery, we are wondering why we continue to watch. Kenneth Branagh is a very interesting actor, so he is not the problem. The problem is, like many, many other British series on CD. The SOUND IS TERRIBLE! Too much music, too much wind, too much echo of anything outside of a door. One cannot hear the actors. Maybe that's why we always buy the CD when it comes out, so we can READ the story. Maybe this is why the last CD is so inexpensive. Sorry to see Wallander go, but so be it. I'm surprised PBS doesn't give their input into productions with terrible sound. So I am giving it here, PBS the sound on British productions needs to be greatly improved.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hickory Farms Beef Summer Sausage 10oz (Pack of 3); Brand: Hickory Farms; Review: I sent this as a gift to a person who used to love, love, love Hickory Farms "Beef Stick". It appears they no longer sell that, but a more generic "summer sausage". Not nearly as well liked by a sausage lover.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Green Mountain Coffee Light Roast K-Cup for Keurig Brewers, Hazelnut Decaf Coffee, 24 count (pack of 4); Brand: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters; Review: Even though we live in a large metropolitan area, it is sometimes hard to find decaf k cups in our local stores. I can always find the favor/brand we like on Amazon and it is no more expensive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Southern Pecan Keurig Single-Serve K-Cup Pods, Light Roast Coffee, 24 Count; Brand: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters; Review: Even though we live in a large metropolitan area, it is sometimes hard to find decaf k cups in our local stores. I can always find the favor/brand we like on Amazon and it is no more expensive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 54-Count H.E.B. Cafe Ole --Taste of San Antonio single serve; Brand: HEB; Review: My sister got me hooked on this by sending me some to tempt me to visit her in San Antonio. This coffee is more than enough reason to plan a trip. Fortunately, it is now available on Amazon,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In The Mix Cookie Kit, Ugly Sweater, 11.5 Ounce; Brand: In the Mix; Review: Cute idea, so I gave it as a gift. Sure hoped they liked it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crafty Cooking Kits Walking Gingerdead Gingerbread Zombies 10.86 Ounce 1 Box; Brand: CRAFTY COOKING KITS; Review: Cute idea, so I gave it as gift. I sure hope they liked them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Master of the Moon (Mageverse, Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Angela Knight Page; Review: I have read this book twice now. I can't wait until " Master of the Dragons" Her women are strong and her men are even stronger. I would love to take one of her men home with me. Llyr " Master of the Moon" or Cade from, "The forever kiss" would be fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Pleasures (Dark-Hunter Novels); Author: Visit Amazon's Sherrilyn Kenyon Page; Review: I LOVE her men, and Kyrian of Thrace,( The Dark Hunter) is quite a hunk! What more could a woman ask for, other than, MORE!!!!!!! This book also gives us an update on Grace and Julian,( Fantasy lover) their adorable twins, and another baby on the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fantasy Lover; Author: Visit Amazon's Sherrilyn Kenyon Page; Review: I am hooked on the Dark Hunter series. I am So in love with her men. What a great escape Sherrilyn's books are. I give this book 10 stars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of the Night (Night Slayer, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Robin T. Popp Page; Review: This book was pretty good but, I do enjoy more romance . It was fast paced and thrilling.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jane's Warlord (Berkley Sensation); Author: Visit Amazon's Angela Knight Page; Review: Love it! I read this book in one sitting. That's right! Great story, Great Characters, and Great sex! I rate this book, 10 stars**********; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets of the Highwayman (The Immortal Warriors); Author: Visit Amazon's Sara Mackenzie Page; Review: Nearly two centuries ago, Raven was betrayed. He has been given the chance to make things right, but not in his own time..... He wakes to a modern society. The only woman who can help him is a very independent woman who doesn't feel she needs to be protected. Raven will protect her whether she likes it or not, but she will save him as well. This story has everything. Mystery, magic, romance and of course, a happy ending.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Passions of the Ghost; Author: Visit Amazon's Sara Mackenzie Page; Review: Sara Mackenzie's Immortal warrior series, is the absolute best. She combines Mystery, passion and magic all in one book. Let's not forget, Every woman's dream come true... A knight in shining armor, always ready to save a damsel in distress, whether she knows it or not.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Return of the Highlander (The Immortal Warriors); Author: Visit Amazon's Sara Mackenzie Page; Review: Who was that? Maybe a " Ghost over" Maclean and Arabella ( Bella) were a perfect match. This book had everything......Fantasy, mystery, passion, and showed such strength of character. I was even a bit scared towards the end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Seduction (Masters of Time, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Brenda Joyce Page; Review: This was such a fantastic Journey, a fantastic read. I cannot imagine anyone giving this less than 5 stars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thirty Nights with a Highland Husband (The Daughters of the Glen, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Melissa Mayhue Page; Review: I loved the main characters Caitlyn and Connor, as well as all other charcters in this story. They all held their own. I DID NOT want to put this book down. This book is a MUST read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highlander Untamed: A Novel (Macleods of Skye); Author: Visit Amazon's Monica McCarty Page; Review: Rory MacLeod is an Honest, caring, powerful Highland Chief who cares deeply for his clan . Duty demands that he take a bride for a year. A bride that he does not want and has no intentions of keeping... but, Isabel is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. She shows Rory such love and gives even though she knows the love may never be returned. Isabel's love makes Rory realize how impossible life would be without her. He felt more love for her than he ever thought possible *sigh* I couldn't help but fall in love with Rory. I can't wait to read " Highlander Unmasked" and " Highlander Unchained" I couldn't help but to fall in love with Rory.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Rival (The Masters of Time, Book 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Brenda Joyce Page; Review: Brenda Joyce is an amazing author. She makes sure the reader is wondering and asking questions. This book is a page turner, full of action, romance and I had trouble laying the book down for any length of time. " Masters of time, Dark Rivel" Was even better than the first, if at all possible. Brenda Joyce is the best! I want more, more, more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Time (Andrew Lost #9); Author: Visit Amazon's J. C. Greenburg Page; Review: My 9 year old son thought this was one of the best books he has ever read, so far. This to me, speaks volumes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Forever Kiss; Author: Visit Amazon's Angela Knight Page; Review: This is one of my favorite books, in fact, I have two copies. One of my favorite scenes, which I fondly refer to as " On the car " is in chapter ten. I am a forever fan.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Highlander of Her Own (Daughters of the Glen, Book 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Melissa Mayhue Page; Review: A Highlander of her own, was honestly ONE of the best in the series. I could NOT put this book down. OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Destiny; Author: Visit Amazon's Tessa Dawn Page; Review: This book is now my all time favorite. It was fast paced, full of action,romance and mystery. The characters were so amazingly vivid, I could see the movie play out in my mind. I honestly didn't want to put the book down, yet so afraid I would finish the book too soon. I bought this book for my Kindle, but now want a hard copy as well. I found this book at a time when I really needed a good escape.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chinese Dragons (Choose Your Own Adventure #30)(Paperback/Revised); Author: Visit Amazon's R. A. Montgomery Page; Review: My daughter asked for this book and loved it of course! She has read it a couple of times and that says it all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woods Runner; Author: Visit Amazon's Gary Paulsen Page; Review: This book was very engaging and my son actually read the entire book in two sittings. Although this was an assignment, he very much enjoyed this adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are; Author: Brene Brown Ph.D. L.M.S.W.; Review: I love everything Brene Brown writes. She makes sense ; the rest is up to us.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Shade Of Vampire 2: A Shade Of Blood; Author: Visit Amazon's Bella Forrest Page; Review: Great series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Castle Of Sand (A Shade of Vampire) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Bella Forrest Page; Review: Great series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Shade of Vampire 2: A Shade of Blood; Author: Bella Forrest; Review: Great series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Frostbite; Author: Visit Amazon's Richelle Mead Page; Review: Brilliant writing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anywhere In Time (Magic of Time) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Melissa Mayhue Page; Review: I loved this book, what a great story! I look forward to more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vows of Pain & Passion; Author: Visit Amazon's Leigh Lee Page; Review: This book was so engaging, I really enjoyed this story and the characters so much! I loved the way Adaira and Renouf bantered back and forth. Both very strong willed. All of the characters were so well developed and the plot was so amazing. Adaira was so loyal to her family, so headstrong and so set on hating Renouf, good thing he was confident enough to handle Adaira. This truly was an excellent read and the author did not take short cuts with the characters or story line. This story did have some serious sexual tension, but I do wish there had been at least one or two great love scenes... I didn't want this story to end. Awesome, simply awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hidden Fire: Elemental Mysteries Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Elizabeth Hunter Page; Review: I thought this was a really great book until the end.. The story must continue into the next one or this book was just meant to leave the reader hanging and or hopeful of another outcome?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seven Years (Seven Series #1); Author: Visit Amazon's Dannika Dark Page; Review: I really enjoyed Lexi and Austin's story and read it in two sittings. This book had everything I wanted and love about paranormal romance.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Deep: Book 1 of the Hidden Trilogy (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Amy Patrick Page; Review: I am hooked! What an amazing journey this story took me on. I can't wait to read the second book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Soulkeepers (The Soulkeepers Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's G. P. Ching Page; Review: Soul-keepers was an excellent read. For young and old and would make an excellent screen play; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Life We Bury (Wheeler Large Print Book Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Allen Eskens Page; Review: This was the most riveting book I have read in years!. The relationships and the characters in this story were so well done. This mystery, psychological thriller drew me in to the point where I actually felt I was there. Tense! This murder mystery touches on so many aspects of life.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Me Before You: A Novel (Movie Tie-In) (Me Before You Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Jojo Moyes Page; Review: I loved the book and the movie!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Must Love Chainmail: A Time Travel Romance (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Angela Quarles Page; Review: I really didn't want to leave this book and wish there had been more. I loved the characters and the details that I always wonder about. Very well done!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Relentless; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Lynch Page; Review: What a fantastical world and great escape this book was for me. The characters were so well done and I could actually feel each and everyone of them. I was immersed in their world that I found myself reading well into the early morning hours, not wanting to sleep, then nodding off with my kindle still on.. The book was a bit slow in the beginning due to so much information, but the change is rapid and you had better hang on tight. I loved the story, the characters and the incredible world Karen create. What an imagination!! Animals/wildlife have always gravitated towards me to care for them so I can relate to Sara's ability to heal and how they are so connected to her.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Refuge (Relentless) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Lynch Page; Review: This could very well be one of the most perfect books I have read, with the blending of so many worlds, so many characters that were all so vivid in my mind. Every relationship was important in this book. I was so immersed and felt many emotions. I became a part of this world rather than just the reader. Very few books do that for me. Too few.. I was happily sucked into this world where I wanted to remain with all the amazing characters who soon became fast friends, despite all the dangers to be had.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rogue (Relentless) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Lynch Page; Review: Of course I loved this book, with all the characters and adventures to be had, but I will say the ending was not my favorite. I felt it was wrapped up way too quickly . I really think this book needed maybe 4 or 5 more chapters to take care of all the loose ends without so much rush. I also wish there had been more heat between Nickolas and Sara. I really hope Jordan's story is told, and that this will include Nickolas, Sara and all the other awesome characters we met along the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Race the Darkness (Fatal Dreams); Author: Visit Amazon's Abbie Roads Page; Review: " She wanted to step into him, have him wrap his arms around her and absorb into him until she was hidden in the center of him where no one and nothing could find her or hurt her ever again" Really resonated with me and I think we have all longed to feel this way at some point. Another quote that I could really relate to, " I am going to cry I can't seem to help it, but that doesn't mean I can't handle things or that I'm weak. It just means I need to feel things." This is an awesome quote that I am sure will be used often.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Safe Hands (Search and Rescue); Author: Visit Amazon's Katie Ruggle Page; Review: Daisy not only comes back from the trauma that closes her off from the world, but saves Chris who then saves her. When we first meet Daisy, we see her as messed up and wonder what kind of life she will have, especially knowing that Chris really likes/loves her. I felt as though her dad was ashamed of her and or embarrassed and was not very supportive. I wondered why Chris would even want to be with someone who refuses to ever leave her home, but we find out just how mentally strong Daisy really is. We all have issues to overcome,and sometimes it takes a lot more than someone lighting a fire under our arse to motivate us, but hey, as long as it happens... It's all good!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Haunting Highland House; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathryn Hills Page; Review: I am an avid reader and I am telling you this story swept me off my feet and carried me away. I absolutely loved this book, and I would say tis my favorite to date. If only I could have remained in their lives just a little longer,but better yet, maybe I should just find a stone of my own... I am sure you have visited or lived in a place where you truly felt ' This is where I belong'. Well, that is how I felt while reading, " Haunting highland house"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Water World Warrior: A SciFi Alien Mail Order Bride Romance (TerraMates) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Lace Page; Review: This was a really fast and awesome read. Very well written with some very interesting characters .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gender Game (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Bella Forrest Page; Review: This book absolutely drew me in from the beginning. I was riveted. I loved the main characters and the story line . There was never a dull moment in this book. I was very happy with the direction this book went and it wasn't too wordy. Some books, though they are good, go on and on and on until you find yourself skimming pages to find the good stuff, but I have never had to do that with any of Bella's books. She is an amazingly talented writer who knows exactly what the reader wants. Give us more Viggo and Violet please!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gender Game 2: The Gender Secret (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Bella Forrest Page; Review: This was of course, a great continuation with many twists and turns that left with another cliff hanger for book three. Though I love the characters and the writing style, I am a little frustrated . I hope book 3 brings Violet and Viggo together at last with no more cliff hangers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healing Hands: Paranormal Angel Romance Series (The Celestia Divisa Collection) (Volume 4); Author: Kellie McAllen; Review: What a beautiful, feel good story this was. I really loved the characters. I read this book in two sittings. A very enjoyable read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (Boston Underworld) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's A. Zavarelli Page; Review: I had no idea I was going to love this book as much as I did. This was a dark yet hopeful. The characters are so messed up inside. We have all been damaged in some way. Very few get through this life unscathed, but some are damaged more than others. This was an amazing character study. They learned about what makes them feel alive and why. They learn to trust, have hope and even love again. Two messed up people who came together and did what it took to heal the wounds from the past. This is not a fairytale love story, but a poignant one with great depth.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Only a Duke Will Do; Author: Visit Amazon's Tamara Gill Page; Review: Tamara Gill is such a brilliant writer. This was a pager turner and I felt emotionally invested with the characters in this story. Wonderful love story that overcame all the odds . They were meant to be together and it didn't matter if it was in this lifetime or the next. This is what true love and friendship is all about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cole; Author: Visit Amazon's Tijan Page; Review: This was an incredible read. Every time I turned on my kindle, it was like watching a movie. The mystery, the action and the romance kept me on the edge of my seat. Cole is intimidatingly sexy, powerful and dangerous. This is as close to a hit man as I feel comfortable being. That said, I am so glad I get to go along for the ride when I read such awesome books like this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sal: A Mystifying Crime Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Abraham Falls Page; Review: I really enjoyed this unique this sci/fi murder mystery. Great character build,fast paced and very thought provoking as well . Could we really create a computer generated clone of ourselves that was capable of love? Sal discovers who he is and why he has extra abilities Is freedom just for human beings or for all sentient life forms ?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Must Love More Kilts: A Time Travel Romance (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Angela Quarles Page; Review: I love time travel, romance, action and adventure books and this book has it all. The characters are so complex, so realistic and flawed, but oh so lovable. Duncan is a gentle giant and Fiona is so strong willed. They both have personal issues to overcome, but bring out the best in each other. This is an engaging story with humor and passion.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crave (Undone) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer Dawson Page; Review: Great writing and character study, but hated the pet name " Sugar"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: More Than a Feeling (Rock Star Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Erika Kelly Page; Review: An Awesome read! ! I had no idea I was going to love this book as much as I did. I haven't read any of the others, but can't wait to get started. I love the main characters Daisy and Cooper and even the secondary ones were so vivid and interesting.. Erika created a world in which we would all like to reside.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Heart Echo; Author: Visit Amazon's Keary Taylor Page; Review: A true love story and murder mystery that was quite frightening. I found this book very hard to put down. I'd wake up in the middle of the night just to find out what was going to happen next. Sully is quite moody when we are first introduced , but for very good reasons. Iona might seem fragile at first and maybe she really is, but she is also very strong and both are determined to be there for each other. Jack's ability to manipulate the mind is incredibly frightening. I have to believe that Sully and Iona will be together..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stillhouse Lake; Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Caine Page; Review: My emotions ran the gamut while reading this book.. A real adrenalin rush!. This was some of the best writing I have ever read. This psychological thriller really frighten me. Serial killers can be a family member or someone living next door. What they do best is, pretend. They have To pretend to be a normal and nice so they can continue being a psychopath.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saving Mercy (Fatal Truth); Author: Visit Amazon's Abbie Roads Page; Review: Got to love a damaged hero! Intense and twisted read. I loved it!.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mind Waves; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Uhl Page; Review: This book had me laughing out loud and gasping a few pages later. I loved the characters and the chemistry between David and Grace. Superb writing, a very unique storyline and truly frightening. I will be thinking about this book for quite some time..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadows of Ghosts (The Shadows); Author: Visit Amazon's L.A. McGinnis Page; Review: The characters were so vivid, and this had such a great storyline. I really enjoyed the adventure. The world in which Logan lived was bleak and yet, there was hope. There was love and acceptance.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Calcutta Tellico Sunglasses; Brand: Calcutta; Review: We like these sunglasses. I wish they made more feminine ones, that were blue blockers like these. It's impossible to buy them without trying them on, and I don't like mirrored ones like these, but we really like the calcutta lenses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Women's WW665 Fitness Walking-W; Brand: ; Review: Light, great for my new exercise program.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Women's WW665 Fitness Walking-W; Brand: ; Review: Light, great for my new exercise program.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 1.5mm Figaro Chain in Gold Plated Silver, Rose Gold Plated Silver & Sterling Silver 7-36 Inches; Brand: KEZEF Creations; Review: Wear this daily!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 9 Piece Adjustable Bra Strap Solution Cleavage Clips; Brand: Newsfana; Review: Too small for decent size straps.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Scarleton Squared Nylon Shoulder Bag H1497; Brand: Scarleton; Review: Carry it daily!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Derek Heart Big Girls' Hi Low Top with Jewel Applique; Brand: Derek Heart; Review: Cute!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dream Star Big Girls' Aztec Print Burn Out Top and Layering Tank; Brand: Dreamstar; Review: Pretty!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Step Up Big Girls' Long Sleeve Henley with Lace Hem; Brand: One Step Up; Review: She likes this one a lot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jason Maxwell Women's Sweatshirt Fleece Waist Tie Double Breasted Peacoat Jacket; Brand: Jason Maxwell; Review: Love this coat!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scarleton Multi Pocket Shoulder Bag H1407; Brand: Scarleton; Review: Great size! Loved my last scarleton, but not quite large enough. This is perfect without being an "old lady bag"!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shawhuaa Mens Swim Trunks Boxer Square Leg Shorts; Brand: Shawhuaa; Review: Well, they are perfect for sunbathing.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 60th Birthday Gift Shirt - Vintage Aged to Perfection 1959 - Distressed; Brand: ShirtInvaders; Review: Excellent look and feel, true to size. Great product, pricing and quick shipping!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ergodyne Chill-Its 6700CT Evaporative Cooling Bandana - Tie Closure, Lime; Brand: Ergodyne; Review: Really like this for summer walking!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Acorn Women's Spa Wrap; Brand: Acorn; Review: Love these slippers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Thermal-Lined Zip Hooded Fleece Jacket; Brand: ; Review: Great jacket. We now own two.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hot Topic Panic! at The Disco Galaxy Logo T-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Purchased as a present. The recipient really liked it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Field & Stream Women's Warm Cozy Cabin Crew Socks 4-pack; Brand: Field & Stream; Review: Purchased as a present. The recipient really liked it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's Jersey Short; Brand: ; Review: Just a bit too short. Probably ride up due to the fact that I'm overweight.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: iLoveSIA Womens Hooded Warm Coats Parkas with Faux Fur Jackets; Brand: iLoveSIA; Review: Beautiful heavier coat. Love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dansko Women's Riki Clog; Brand: ; Review: Loved the look of the shoes but too narrow in the toe. I thought they would fit like my other Dansko's but these seem to narrow in the toe area.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver Blue Diamond Hoop Earrings; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: Absolutely beautiful! You won't be disappointed if you purchase these. I had been looking for something with blue diamonds for some time. I just hadn't found something that I felt I could wear for everyday as well as a special occasions. These are the ones! I love them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver and 14k Rose Gold Diamond Double-Heart Pendant Necklace (1/10 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity), 18"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: I love rose gold, but that should be left off the description of this necklace. It looks beautiful in the photo but I was so disappointed when I received it. I had to put on glasses to see the rose gold. It was swiftly returned.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Asics Men's Gel-flux 3 Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Love my new Asics! I transitioned right from my old Asics into these new ones...no problems. I get many compliments on the color!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MBJ Womens Comfy Chic Palazzo Lounge Pant - Made in USA; Brand: ; Review: So comfortable! This is my second pair and I love them. The reason I deducted a star is because they are very long. I am 5'8 and they drag the ground to the point that I walk on them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: pediped Girls' Naomi Boot; Brand: pediped; Review: Great price and my niece loves them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: pediped Girls' Naomi Boot; Brand: pediped; Review: Great price and my niece loves them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Cosmas 305-320SN Satin Nickel Cabinet Hardware Euro Style Bar Handle Pull - 12-5/8" (320mm) Hole Centers, 15" Overall Length; Brand: Cosmas; Review: I will admit I was a bit concerned about the quality due to the price, but after receiving them I was pleasantly surprised. I bought several different sizes for my kitchen and they all are quality made. There is some weight which to me just means they will last for years to come. My neighbor was shocked at how nice they look and even more so from hearing the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delta Faucet Single-Spray Rain Shower Head, Chrome 52685-PK; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: I like this shower head. It is smaller than I expected and I took out the flow plug and it really is like being in the rain.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ryobi P101 18-Volt One Plus Ni-Cd Batteries 2-Pack,Ryobi,P101" />; Brand: Ryobi; Review: Came in 2 cheap unmarked boxes. Not the blister pack as pictured. If I didn't need them right away I think I would of returned them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tool Logic Credit Card Companion with Lens/Compass CC1SB - 9 Tools, Black, 2" Blade; Brand: SOG; Review: I keep it in my wallet and useful so many times so far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top Greener TU2152A-W Dual USB Outlet/Outlet with USB ports, Dual USB Charger Outlet, USB Power; Brand: TOPGREENER; Review: very handy and far less than the local home/building store.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kuled 10-led Wireless Motion Sensing Stick-on Anywhere Step LED Light Bar with Magnetic Strip, Pure White, 3-Pack; Brand: KULED; Review: I love these but had to put extra glue on the mounting pads so they stayed up. I'll warn you they are small in size but still great light. 4 AA batteries required. I use them in my hall closet, pantry and under 1 cabinet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Pack Solar Powered LED Accent Outdoor Garden Path; Brand: SolarTronX; Review: only 9 worked but I'm fine with that for the price. I'm adding this, the company contacted me offering to replace the 1 bad unit. Thank you for carrying enough to offer. Now very great deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lemontec Solar Lights, 2-in-1 Adjustable 4 LED Wall and Landscape Light; Spotlight Bright-and-Dark Sensing Auto On/Off Security; Brand: Lemontec; Review: Saw at a local home center for $38 each. Yes the same lights.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Multi Tool Set Adjustable Screwdriver Wrench Jaw Pliers Survival Emergency Gear; Brand: Jeep; Review: I like all in one Tools and this is one I keep in the glove box of my Jeep.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jeremywell 23 in 1 Adjustable Multi Functional Flexible Type Wrench 7-19 mm; Brand: Jeremywell; Review: Great set of wrenches that fits in your pocket when your friends need help.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kwikset 660 Single Cylinder Deadbolt featuring SmartKey Security in Satin Chrome; Brand: Kwikset; Review: Very easy to change your passage key even for a little bet it takes maybe 15 seconds to resettle lock.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner [Revised Edition]: Worksheets, Checklists, Etiquette, Timelines, and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions; Author: Visit Amazon's Carley Roney Page; Review: I seriously cannot go anywhere (wedding related) without this book. Such a great investment. I added additional dividers/pockets to place more pictures, ideas, inspiration, items. I love this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice; Author: Virginia Poole Arcangelo PhD CRNP; Review: Item is as described. Arrived promptly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Theoretical Basis for Nursing; Author: Visit Amazon's Melanie McEwen Page; Review: essential book for nursing. I would buy it again. quick delivery.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quantum Leadership: Advancing Innovation, Transforming Health Care; Author: Tim Porter-O'Grady; Review: Great book. quick delivery!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guide to the Code of Ethics for Nurses: Interpretation and Application (American Nurses Association); Author: Marsha D.M. Fowler; Review: Vital book for nursing. quick delivery. good use of book. I would buy again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nursing's Social Policy Statement: The Essence of the Profession, 2010 Edition (American Nurses Association); Author: American Nurses Association; Review: great buy. quick delivery. I would buy again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Complete Chinese Crested (Book of the breed); Author: Visit Amazon's Brenda Jones Page; Review: I was very happy with the book. It was just as advertised and arrived on time and in perfect condition. Would most definitely order from this vendor again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Body Movers; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephanie Bond Page; Review: Well written with lots of twists and turns. Stephanie Bond does a wonderful job of building the characters and developing her story; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Exposure - a Kovak & Quaid horse mystery (Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Toni Leland Page; Review: Great mystery keep you guessing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unfinished Business - (Kovak & Quaid Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Toni Leland Page; Review: My favorite of the series. The horse portion was spot on, good mystery; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Balancing Act; Author: Visit Amazon's Toni Leland Page; Review: Wonderful development of characters; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Risky Business: Kovak & Quaid Horse Mystery Series (Kovak & Quaid Horse Mysteries Book 4) - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Toni Leland Page; Review: Accurate portrayal of the horse industry with great characters. New twist around every corner.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Hem Incense Sticks Attracts Money Good Luck Good Fortune Gold Silver = 80 Sticks + Burner!; Brand: Hem; Review: Very nice quality, Good luck and Good Fortune smell very close to the "bigger brand names" comparable aromas. The other scents were good too. But Good Fortune is the best of the bunch, long slow burn. Anyway about those extra sticks mentioned in title, in the gold silver tube there were 2 sleeves of incense. Ok, i'm all about extras... OMG look out, it has yellow print on sleeve the other was blue. Im not gonna sugar coat it, smelled like summer day outhouse, like rustic, full, old outhouse. They will make great pranks. Sorry if the person who makes these reads this, but it just was foul. I can only hope its a mistake and thats not a real scent. "Good Dump". lol sorry again 5 stars tho for the rest; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mecor VD-56022HW Girls Vanity Set with Oval Mirror/ 3 Drawers,Wood Makeup Dressing Table w/Cushioned Stool (White); Brand: Mecor; Review: A few missed spots with paint. Wrong instructions included. But nothing complicated. For the size and price not quite 5 Star.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MAUAG Funny Christmas Gifts; Brand: MAUAG; Review: It's a mug. Lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emerson 0.7 CU. FT. 700 Watt, Touch Control, Black Microwave Oven, MW7302B; Brand: Emerson Radio; Review: Could be better but as long as it keeps working it's good for price. Can't give more stars due to noise; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Incense Burner ~ Traditional Incense Holder with Inlaid Design ~ Approx 10 Inches, Variety of Designs; Brand: Incense Burner; Review: No problems, as far as I can see the bad reviews on this listing are for a different style burner. This item may be a few bucks overpriced but it's not a bad product; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nag Champa Sunrise Sandalwood Midnight Patchouli Celestial Fortune Blessings Romance Super Hit Jasmine Blossom Rain forest by Satya Gift Set; Brand: Nag Champa; Review: They may not burn as long as others but they are good quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emerson 1.2 CU. FT. 1100W Griller Microwave Oven with Touch Control, Stainless Steel, MWG9115SB; Brand: Emerson Radio; Review: Could be better but as long as it keeps working it's good for price. Can't give more stars due to noise; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hoover WindTunnel 3 High Performance Pet Bagless Corded Upright Vacuum UH72630PC, Red; Brand: Hoover; Review: This is my 3rd one of these. All three have been slightly different. I beat the tar out of them and they last a couple/few years. I'll buy another when I'm done with this one; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Set of 12 Nag Champa Namaste Positive Vibes Tantra Buddha Blessing Aura Cleansing Chakra Pyramids Reiki Karma Spiritual Healing Traditional; Brand: Satya; Review: They may not burn as long as others but they are good quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER BDT70WT 70 Pint Energy Star Portable Dehumidifier; Brand: BLACK + DECKER; Review: This unit has a defrost problem. Possibly even a sealed system problem. I'm sure I can make the unit work but I'm also a 20+ yr hvacr tech. Buyer beware. I bought this when it was on sale and I didn't need unit right away so it sat in box untill a couple days before exchange deadline. Manufacturer warranty maybe , otherwise I'll have to repair it on my dime.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Shangri La s Rasa Ria Resort Spa; City: Tuaran Sabah; Review: We stayed at the Rasa Ria for two weeks during July/August 2009 and absolutely loved it. It was a long journey but we were well looked after when we arrived, greeted by very friendly staff, cold towels, cool drinks and even gonged in!! Our room was a sea view and was positioned on the top level, just in case we had any unwanted visitors from snakes!!! The resort is amazing, very well maintained, with an extremely safe feel. We have visted many places in the Carribean and often felt quite unsafe, this was certainly not the case. Food at the hotel was fantastic, especially the Naan and Japaneese restaurant, we visited lots and never got bored. We also had a romantic meal on the stilted gazeebo, absoluteky amazing and really spoilt us for our anniversary. Our waiter was extremely attentive and friendly. Breakfast was good and had lots to choose from. Again well staffed by people who work so hard, I was so cross to see British folk and other nationalities being extremely rude to the staff.. is it realy necessary. The orangutan sanctuary was fab, it was very touching to see how they are cared for, the minders genuinely show concern for their conservation. We adopted Cheeta.. very cute!! We flew to Sepilok and saw more orangutans and monkeys, even spotted a spitting viper!! We also had a river cruise which was great. Wev saw lots of monkeys and even an oragutan and its baby in the wild... very special!! Our child was very good and friendly. My husband climbed Mount Kinabalu whilst I stayed at the hotel. He had to book this early on in the holiday in order to get an overnight trek. He said he really enjoyed it, quite a challenge, especially when it was torrential rain up to the summit. Sadly he didn't get to see much but a big achievement to climb the highest mountain in South East Asia. We used the golf course lots. Nice, well maintained course with lots of water obstacles... take lots of balls.It was very hot whilst playing, we were given water and only realised during our final round that you could ask for a ice bucket. Overall a fabulous holiday, really can't fault it. We enjoyed every minute of it and were even dining with Tony Blair one day... v strange that you travel that far and bump into ex PM in the rainforest!!! Fab place to dicover/warm and friendly culture, perfect place to chill and relax.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Laguna a Luxury Collection Resort Spa Nusa Dua Bali; City: Nusa Dua Nusa Dua Peninsula Bal; Review: My husband and I stayed at Laguna for 12 nights during July and August. We had spent much time milling over the correct hotel before we went and feel that we certainly made the right choice. The hotel is extremely clean and spacious. Our room had a lovely view of the pool and sea and was extremely comfortable. The hotel provided 'butler' service which was very nice as we had fresh tea and coffee and ice whenever we fancied. At first we were a little apprehensive about having a 'butler' but they all seemed to be happy and attentive and didn't make us feel uncomfortable at all. It was not nescessary to tip every visit as servies charges are placed on your bill. The room was very comfortable and had complimetary accessrories (toothbrushes, shampoo etc) which was regularly replenished. Also two bottles of water was provided daily. The restaurants were all very good and the staff extremely attentive. The food was quite expensive, however it was worth it. THere was a good range of food at the restaurants. The cafe lagoon provided breakfast and meals throughout the day. This was often empty in the evenings, we felt that if they reduced the proces slightly they may get more residents eating there rather than at the Bali Collection. Having read previous reviews we ventured out to the Bali Collection which was GRIM, GRIM, GRIM. This is the place to go to if you want cheap but it had no atmosphere and could have been any shopping centre in UK. I hated it and certainly would not choose to eat there. There was nothing Bali about it and I felt extremely uncomforatble with it. There was even a Starbucks there!!! They also had a supermarket. We were there for our 5th wedding anniversay and had a Balinese massage (rather firm!) and hired a gazebo for evening dinner. This was really nice and we were well looked after. The beach is very pleasant, sand good quality. There are local sellers on the beach but we diidnt find this too much of a problem and they did move on if you politely declined. When we arrived the beach looked rocky and sea murky but this was only because it was tidal. When the sea is in its lovely and blue. We had two trips out, one on an hour long elephant ride and then water rafting. We also visited temples and local markets. Both trips were well orgnaised and very enjoyable. It was a good way of seeing the true Bali but be prepared to sit in traffic during peak times. It's very busy with mopeds and motorbikes. Sadly my husband didi suffer with a 'bali belly', which was rather nasty for a week. We think it could have been contracted through eating mayonnaise but these things can happen anywhere. My only advice is try and see a doctor because it can last and I believe you can get an injection for it. In summary it was very enjoyable, staff were very personal and got to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Kahala Hotel Resort; City: Honolulu Oahu Hawaii; Review: We spent seven excellent nights in paradise but wanted to stay just one more night.... Or several!! Upon arrival we were shown to our room which had a lovely view of the sea and beautiful golf course. The room was spacious and had tea and coffee making facilities which we were pleased to see! My husband and I was looking forward to rekindling a groovy kind of love after a stressful time at work and home prior to our holiday and this resort offered this. The beach was very clean and nice to swim in, it was also fairly quiet unlike Waikiki. We visited all the restaurants but our favourite was Hoku. All offered excellent quality of food but it was quite pricey. We visited Pearl Harbour which is a must see when you are on the island. It was an amazing place with a lot to see and learn from. After leaving a rather wet uk we didn't want the daily thoughts which we have in the UK of I wish it would rain down, and happily it didn't really, only the odd shower and general sunshine with a refreshing breeze daily. In summary at the end of the holiday and against all odds we were not saying take me home more like another day in paradise please!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel Capodimonte; City: Sorrento Province of Naples Campania; Review: We stayed at Hotel Capodimonte for two weeks during August and would thoroughly recommend it. The hotel is a short distance from the hustle and bustle of the centre, 5 minute walk at most. During our stay we stayed in room 923 and were very pleased with our stay. The hotel is extremely friendly with everyone being helpful and courteous, it would be hard to single one person out as they were all great. The were very responsive to my very poor attempt at speaking Italian and even helped out with a few phrases! The room was very bright and typical Italian decoration. It had a decent view of the sea and bay, making evenings great to enjoy a couple of drinks and limoncello! It as very clean and the cleaning staff were very thorough in cleaning it daily. My only request would be for dressing gowns to be added in the rooms. During our stay we enjoyed our wedding anniversary. My husband had arranged a floral arrangement which was beautiful and reasonably priced. They stayed fresh for almost the entire visit. We are at all restaurants and enjoyed the food. The menu is switched daily and over the two weeks this was good and we were never bored. We are out a few times which was nice and gave us an experience of sampling some of the tasty food available in Sorrento. They had an extensive wine collection which we used. It's also helpful that they offer half bottles. The drinks staff were very efficient, friendly and attentive. Swimming pools were great, we spent most of our time is the highest one. Great views of Vesuvius!! There were plenty of sun beds so there was never a problem there. Drinks were a little expensive but we stocked up on bottled water at a supermarket, 3 minutes from the hotel. We had a fabulous time and will definitely return in the future. After our two weeks we were sorry to leave but felt fully refreshed! Thank you, a very nice experience and would thoroughly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chromata Hotel; City: Imerovigli Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: My husband and I have recently returned from a two week stay at Chromata and absolutely loved every bit of our stay. The hotel is etched onto a cliff so there are plenty of steps to walk up and down to get onto the local road out, but also quite amazing to watch the staff carry heavy suitcases up and down throughout the day, always with enthusiasm and a big smile! The whiteness of all the buildings is startling and breathtaking, and throughout our stay the maintenance staff were regularly painting. The views from outside and from the hotel rooms was breathtaking. The view from our balcony was fabulous and drew you to it every time, quite often we had our breakfast and a couple of dinners on it too. The sunsets were beautiful and the attraction each evening. Our room was incredibly clean and has everything you could want. It had a Bose speaker with decent chilled out music which we listened too regularly. Housekeeping were very attentive and ensured cleanliness throughout our stay. They were also very friendly and guests are left a fresh bottle of water and a small chocolate daily. The infinity pool was small but never overcrowded. There were a limited number of sun beds available which helped this, it wasn’t a problem if you couldn’t get a sunbed as most rooms and other communal areas also had them. It’s a little cool but once in you soon climatise and also need it to cool you down from the heat. As in a local of European pools it goes from shallow to deep, without any warning so be aware of this. The bar guys are so so attentive and are always checking everything is okay and providing any drinks you request. They ensure your drinks keep cool by refreshing with ice cubes. They were super friendly and a real credit to the hotel. Food was excellent quality and we ate breakfast, some lunches and dinners there. It was all excellent and a good selection. We had two dinners on the patio overlooking the view and sunset which were extremely enjoyable and romantic. When it gets a little chilly they are prepared with scarves. You are also given time to enjoy your food and company rather than being under pressure by any staff. They read the situation perfectly and will come and have chat but not over take the moment. We enjoyed talking to the wonderful stefianos who was incredibly friendly and helpful. It was nice to speak to someone who clearly enjoys his job and was so enthusiastic. There is a champagne and sushi bar which is also super. It was always very popular and we thoroughly enjoyed our food there so worth a visit. We would recommend the tuna tartare and Chromata, an infusion of flavours! Overall this was one of the best holidays we have ever had. Yes it’s expensive but the quality of service is second to none. Most people stay for a few days but it is certainly a place you can easily; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpen Wellness Resort Hochfirst; City: Obergurgl Tirol Austrian Alps; Review: We have returned to this hotel for 12 years and have always had a fabulous experience, which has got better over the years. The hotel is family run and they are clearly proud and responsible owners with a heavy and courteous presence. We had a relaxing and comfortable room and enjoyed all of the spa facilities during our break. The food is exemplary and you are guaranteed an exceptional meal each evening. They have a fantastically capable and clever chef along with an friendly and attentive waiting staff. We were looked after by Pepe who was delightful and couldn’t do enough, we enjoyed chatting about Italy with him. Thomas was also friendly and attentive, great to see him on each of our visits. It’s clear to see that the Fender family look after their staff so much that they return each year along with the regular guests. We stayed or if the usual half term week and enjoyed the quietness from children. Yes it isn’t a cheap stay but worth every penny. We would thoroughly recommend the hotel and resort, already booking for next year!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Gone Fishin' Portfolio: Get Wise, Get Wealthy...and Get on With Your Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Alexander Green Page; Review: I've read a lot of Alex's articles for the Oxford Club. This book sums up his investment philosophy pretty well and puts it in perspective with the rest of the finance industry. It's very readable, the advice makes good sense and, historically at least it's worked (His recommendations have worked very well over the past 5 years) and runs counter to much of the so called "investment advice" we're bombarded with in the media, by pushy brokers and Wall St.. I wish this book had been out 20 years ago - I'd have saved quite a bit of money avoiding dead-end penny stock schemes, market timing attempts and getting absorbed in the next "boom". Alex shows how to set up and easily (few hours a year) manage your portfolio in a specific, easy and straightforward manner. He tells you specific funds; way more valuable than the "do a lot of research", "buy low and sell high" that many other books on the subject spout. It's definitely worth the read; especially in these times.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#4 - "Freedom's Dawn": The Frontiers Saga; Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: I've enjoyed this series so far. It draws from several SciFi sources - hints of Star Trek in the characters (the Engineer and the Exec Officer especially) and Star Wars roots, but is different enough to be interesting. The author could do a better job of proof reading, but compared to other e-books out there, it's pretty good. The plot kept me interested and I'm looking forward to the next one in what looks like a series. I think Hollywood/ TV needs some new ideas; this series could be one of them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Koban; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen W Bennett Page; Review: A good read showing human ingenuity against overwhelming odds and hostility from the universe with some thought proving scientific ideas, though needs more proof reading.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ep.#8 - "Celestia: CV-02": The Frontiers Saga (Volume 8); Author: Visit Amazon's Ryk Brown Page; Review: great continuation of this fun series. Well written and edited, unlike so many ebooks. I look forward to reading the next one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sword of Moses; Author: Visit Amazon's Dominic Selwood Page; Review: A fast paced, cleverly written page turner in the vein of Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code. Beautifully researched, well woven story that blends MI6, archeologists, neo- Nazis, the Mossad, the Knights Templar and Freemasons into a tale with plenty of twists and surprises. Quite possibly the best book I've downloaded from Amazon in this vein. The author took his time, both with the story and the editing. I highly recommend this and look forward to more by this author, though he'll have to aim very high indeed to surpass The Sword of Moses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Splinter: Fractured Space Series Book 1 (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J G Cressey Page; Review: Fun and lively read. I look forward to the sequels!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dust (Silo Trilogy) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Hugh Howey Page; Review: A good read, interesting premise and conclusion to the series. Potential room for a follow on series in the vein of "what happens next".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breaking Gravity; Author: Visit Amazon's Mitty Walters Page; Review: Fun read, great premise and some characters. Resonated with me as I worked on cold fusion back in the 80s and saw what cover ups can do first hand. Could have gone into the enemy organizations a bit more without losing the main story thread. Great first book and look forward to more; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Last Campaign: Robert F. Kennedy and 82 Days That Inspired America; Author: Visit Amazon's Thurston Clarke Page; Review: A nonfiction historical account of Robert F. Kennedy during his final days of campaigning brings alive the passion felt during a time of political change, progress and grief. A great read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider Manual; Author: Leon, M.D. Chameides; Review: This is the most recent edition required to study for the PALS certification and having this Provider Manual met my expectations and prepared me for the PALS certification course.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rosary Handbook: A Guide for Newcomers, Old-Timers, and Those in Between; Author: Visit Amazon's Mitch Finley Page; Review: Well written history and purpose of praying the Rosary.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Heal a Grieving Heart; Author: Visit Amazon's Doreen Virtue Page; Review: Beautiful !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Earth Diet: Your Complete Guide to Living Using Earth's Natural Ingredients; Author: Visit Amazon's Liana Werner-Gray Page; Review: Good; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Power of Words; Author: Stuart Chase; Review: Too short; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Ferryport House; City: Rosslare County Wexford; Review: We got a family room with three beds. Comfortable although I'd say the bed was a bit old. It was quiet and the location excellent. They have a chinese restaurant annexed to it. Food is ok , nothing special.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Cardiff City Centre Hotel; City: Cardiff South Wales Wales; Review: This hotel mostly does what it says on the tin. If you've stayed in other Premier Inns it is pretty much the same. Quiet, clean, of a good standard and we had a family room with three separate beds. It was good value and the location is very central and only a few minutes from queen st station where we took a train that goes one stop to the bay. I recommend the hotel for anyone NOT travelling by car. There is nowhere to pull in at the hotel and no car park. The nearest car park is close but hard to find the entrance to. You get a discount for the car park from the hotel but it is still 10,pounds per day after the discount. Go somewhere else if yo u are bringing the car. Also having to pay for WiFi after the complimentary 30 mins is unacceptable now.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pembroke Townhouse; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: In terms of quality it never really stepped much above a b&b. Room was clean but small. Location is pretty good. Was woken up in the middle of the night by a very loud hum. Good car parking out the back. Didn't try the breakfast. Too expensive. Good cheaper options available nearby. Ask for a room away from the lift and high up at the back.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hunter s Hotel; City: Rathnew County Wicklow; Review: This is a gem of hotel. Started in the late 18th century, as an Inn. Most of the rooms are probably Victorian but could be earlier. Rooms are spacious with old world charm and had to fire lit in it when we arrived. Nice gardens are at the back. We had afternoon tea which was very pleasant. Location is less than an hour outside dublin City centre and is well into the countryside. If you want everything "just so", pristine and perfect then this may not be for you. But if you like character, atmosphere and a slice of history in beautiful surroundings, quality accommodation and friendly staff then it's well worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashley Park House; City: Nenagh County Tipperary; Review: This is a good value retreat from the bustle of life. Georgian house beside a lake. Very good service b&b and they can organise dinner as well. Most of the rooms are of good quality. Showers are hit and miss. Water sometimes doesn't come through. But the atmosphere of the place is excellent, old world. You can row onthe lake too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: San Luca Palace Hotel; City: Lucca Province of Lucca Tuscany; Review: This is a good value hotel in a good location of Lucca. Clean, fresh, good sized rooms. We got a family room that sleeps five. Nice breakfast :had soya milk, organic foods and I think some wheat free products. Very friendly, helpful staff. Watch out for sat nav. It will bring you through a pedestrian zone if you put the hotel address in. In fairness to them, they give you alternative details when you book so that you approach the car park the right way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mount Falcon Estate; City: Ballina County Mayo Western Ireland; Review: We had one of the suites in the old house. A fine room with a separate seating area and large bathroom. The room was marred by being overlooked by rooms behind and not having a net curtain to cover the full window, for privacy. The net curtain only covered half the window. So the curtains have to be drawn during the day. Also it was close to reception so was a bit noisy in the early morning. The grounds are very attractive and the staff helpful and friendly. There is one bar and a couple of sitting rooms. These were overpowered by a wedding and a pretty full hotel (including surrounding apartments). Would be better off-season, I think and preferably off-wedding.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Julamis; City: Merida Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Loved staying here! It's close to the centre of Merida with large clean rooms and a great terrace area outside. Very good breakfast included. Most importantly it has excellent friendly hosts who have a wealth of knowledge about the local area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel de la Fuente; City: Orange Walk Orange Walk District; Review: Loved staying here. Large clean rooms. Friendly staff. They also organised a really good trip down the river to Lamanai for us. Would recommend this place to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dinasty Hotel; City: Tirana Tirana County; Review: The staff at this centrally located hotel are very friendly and helpful, speaking excellent English, and the whole place is kept spotlessly clean. There are a wide range of options at the breakfast buffet and the food is tasty and fresh. Although slightly further from the city centre than some other options the hotel is still only a 5-10 minute walk from the Blloku area of town with its many restaurants, cafes and bars. It is also very conveniently located for walks in Tirana Park for those seeking respite from the traffic and noise of the city centre. The owner Jimmy is particularly welcoming and very knowledgeable about all things to do with wine - and happy to offer tips for those looking to try some Albanian options. A stay here will certainly be more rewarding and interesting than a stay at a more faceless mainstream hotel. Strongly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HF Tuela Porto Ala Sul; City: Porto Porto District Northern Portugal; Review: Stayed here for three nights on a city break. The staff were welcoming and the room was functional and clean but lacked a few simple finishing touches that might have elevated it to another level. It would have been good to have bedside lights and a safe and a few more hooks to hang coats and towels. Really needs a door on the bathroom too... not sure why any hotel would think people wouldn't want one! Not in the main tourist area but the metro station at Casa da Musica is only ten minutes' walk - so the key sites are easy to reach.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Regina Hotel; City: La Fortuna de San Carlos Arenal Volcano National Park Province of Alajuela; Review: Stayed here recently for three nights and thought it was excellent value for money. My friend and I had a large twin room with a balcony with views of the Arenal Volcano - weather permitting... there's quite a few clouds covering the top of it at this time of year! Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and they work hard to enable you to make the most of your stay. It's in a great location - just a very short walk from most of La Fortuna's restaurants, bars and shops. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Maharaja Boutique; City: Granada Granada Department; Review: Had a room here for three nights and thought it was a very good place to stay. The hotel is clean, secure and ideally located in Granada - near to the sights, restaurants and bars. Although the pool is small it's perfect for cooling off on hot days. A real highlight is the Indian restaurant within the hotel. It's beautifully set out, with delicious dishes from a small but considered menu. Anyone seeking a break from the rice and beans should spend a couple more dollars and treat themselves to a meal there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: El Encanto Garden Hotel; City: Santa Cruz Isla de Ometepe Rivas Department; Review: Stayed here for three nights and had an enjoyable time. The friendly staff speak excellent English and are supportive in helping to arrange transportation and excursions - they get no commission so these services are offered just to assist you. The resort itself is set back from the main road and slightly up a hillside which gives it a refreshing breeze at various times on most days. Set in a beautiful well-maintained garden it's a peaceful place with a good restaurant serving food in a setting with a great view of Volcan Concepcion. A couple of points to note. Those with hire cars may not relish taking them up the rugged road leading to the resort - and might be better off leaving them at the port in San Jorge. Secondly, it's a pity that the rooms don't have mosquito nets hanging from the ceilings - given the garden location this would be a very good addition! I'd advise bringing your own.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Carlton; City: Luxembourg City; Review: There's something very likeable about this traditional hotel in the Gare area of Luxembourg City. It retains a feeling of old world charm and you're sure to be greeted by the friendly Gianni and his team on reception. There are plenty of options at breakfast, served with a smile, and dinner recommendations by cuisine are set out on a list provided in your room. The rooms themselves are clean and tidy and come with a mini-safe for storing valuables. As a tip I'd suggest booking direct with the hotel... rates quoted on comparison sites were 80 Euros more for a three night stay. Lucky for us that they were kind enough to charge us the lesser amount!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pestana Casino Park; City: Funchal Madeira Madeira Islands; Review: Probably not a five star hotel as most visitors would understand that term - but although it doesn't have a luxury feel, it's certainly a decent place to stay for a few nights. It's only a 5 minute walk from the centre of town, staff are friendly and there are good views from the spacious rooms. A breakfast buffet caters to all tastes and it's lovely to have the option to sit outside while you eat. On the downside it's a shame that teas and coffees are not provided in the room and the bed was not particularly comfortable - and for couples who actually like each other it's not ideal to have two singles pushed together! It's also true to say that the rooms and some of the common areas would benefit from a refurbishment - some of it looks quite dated. On balance it's a good hotel... and might tick boxes for people.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Milan Guest House; City: Bandipur Gandaki Zone Western Region; Review: This is a review of the travel services offered at this place - anyone who wants to brave the rats, cockroaches and broken toilets which are a feature of other people's reviews of their rooms is more than welcome to talk about the accommodation option. My friend and I paid in advance for tickets to Kathmandu and a taxi to take us to Dumre to join that bus. We arrived at the hotel 10 minutes early to find that our taxi had been given sold to someone else, leaving us at risk of missing the bus. We ended up flagging down a passing family to give us a ride from Bandipur to Dumre. Wouldn't recommend this lot - they're untrustworthy and unreliable. Get your onward travel sorted elsewhere.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Oasis Kathmandu Hotel; City: Kathmandu Kathmandu Valley Bagmati Zone Central Region; Review: Great location about a five minute walk from the popular Thamel area, with its restaurants, bars, travel agencies and shops, but in a quiet side street without the noise and constant traffic. You'll get a friendly welcome from the staff, a very clean and comfortable room and an excellent buffet breakfast. It's terrific value for money and deserves its top ranking. You'll need to book a room some time in advance because it's a very popular choice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge South Croydon; City: Croydon Greater London England; Review: We stayed here at Christmas for a couple of nights because it was convenient and cheap. The room wasn't a world-beater but it was pretty clean, the shower was hot and the bed was comfortable... which is about par for the course with a low cost option. The first night it was quiet and we slept well. On the second night the hotel corridors were a wall of noise - doors slamming, arguing drunks and a man hunting his ex-partner and loudly threatening to murder her. It made you wish the hotel doors had quiet-closing mechanisms...and several deadbolts... I understand that hotels can't control all their guests all the time - but it was very worrying that the secure entry doors into the hotel part of the building weren't working at all... and with a pub downstairs open to everyone and anyone that's just inviting trouble. Needs to be fixed ASAP.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Trailerama; Author: Visit Amazon's Phil Noyes Page; Review: Looking for pictures of my 1958 Garwood trailer. None in this book. Cool book, though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Cool Caravan: An Inspirational Guide to Retro-Style Caravans; Author: Visit Amazon's Jane Field-Lewis Page; Review: Hoping to find pictures, information about my 1958 Garwood trailer, but alas, nothing in this book. Love the book and will keep it in my collection.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: RVs & Campers: 1900-2000 (An Illustrated History); Author: Donald Wood; Review: I was looking for pictures of my 58 Garwood. There was nothing in this book about this rare model. I cannot find anything in print for this model! The book is cool, thought and I'll keep it in my collection!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trailer Travel: A Visual History of Mobile America; Author: Visit Amazon's Phil Noyes Page; Review: Looking for pictures/information about a 1958 Garwood trailer. Nothing in this book! The book is cool, though, and I'll keep it in my collection.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Abbey: The Search for Edward Abbey and His Hidden Desert Grave; Author: Visit Amazon's Sean Prentiss Page; Review: Wonderful book about a life journey, and a very cool man. My cousin wrote this book and I'm not just saying this because we're related, but because the book inspired me! I think you'll agree when you read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fair, Clear, and Terrible: The Story of Shiloh Maine; Author: Visit Amazon's Shirley Nelson Page; Review: Received very fast. Loved the book. My grandfather and his father were part of this cult. Fascinating!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Metalsmithing Made Easy: A Practical Guide to Cold Connections, Simple Soldering, Stone Setting, and More!; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Ferrant Richbourg Page; Review: I have both of Kate's books! They are wonderful step-by-step tutorials, packed with very helpful information to ensure your success! I highly recommend her books!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pediatric & Neonatal Dosage Handbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Carol K. Taketomo Page; Review: Best medication book on the market for kids!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Lodge 10.5 Inch Cast Iron Griddle. Pre-seasoned Round Cast Iron Pan Perfect for Pancakes, Pizzas, and Quesadillas.; Brand: Lodge; Review: cast iron is the only way to go with pancakes and french toast. now my pancakes have a crispy outside (not too crispy, they are still soft but there's a crunchy outside). also, it's the only way to get french toast to look right. i'm so pleased with this griddle!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Household Essentials 01822-3 Hanging Canvas Shoe and Sweater Bag; Brand: Household Essentials; Review: this is so functional! i love that i can save money by buying a 2in1 shoerack/sweater hanger. it's ugly, for sure, (and since i have one of the closets that is shallow and wide, it has to hang in a prominent place in the closet in order for me to have access to the items) but it really is space-economical and i have no problems with its functionality.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Household Essentials 01812 Six-Shelf Sweater Organizer , Cotton blend; Brand: Household Essentials; Review: this is so functional! it's ugly, for sure, (and since i have one of the closets that is shallow and wide, it has to hang in a prominent place in the closet in order for me to have access to the items) but it really is space-economical and i have no problems with its functionality.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lodge LAT3 Cast Iron Spoon Rest, 3.5-inch; Brand: Lodge; Review: i got this because my previous spoon rest was a hideous plate that i just decided i couldn't stand looking at any more. it is very cute, and has little spoon slots, making it the perfect shape for a spoon rest. i have only 2 complaints: surprisingly (my nitpicky complaint that i knew i was getting into) it's a little too small. my stove is fairly large (but not unusually so), and this thing looks pretty silly being so little. i would prefer it to be, say, 4 or 5 inches rather than 3. **But my bigger complaint is that the bottom for some reason got a little rusty and left rust marks on the stove. i am able to get them up, so no permanent damage to the stove, but the pan is a little worse for the experience. now i will need to put something under it, but what? and, thats a bit of a pain.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KitchenAid Hard-Base Porcelain Aluminum Nonstick 11-Inch Round Deep Grill Pan, Red; Brand: KitchenAid; Review: this pan is a super addition to my cookware. a grill pan is SUPER important if you are cooking meat indoor. my steaks always looked grey and weird, but now they look tasty! and taste better! just sprinkle salt & pepper (and, for even more flavor, add some chopped garlic to each side of the steak) and it will be as good as if you had grilled it outdoors! and it leaves beautiful marks (especially if you don't move it a lot during cooking.) also, it is SO SO SO SO easy to clean, everything just wipes/rinses off. I have never had anything stick to this pan. a cast iron grill pan is also important, as the heat capacity of cast iron is better for things like cold hamburgers/steaks, but a nonstick pan is essential for delicate items like fish. also, you could not deglaze a cast iron pan (the acidity hurts the seasoning) so if you wanted to deglaze this pan is better. (although nothing sticks so there is no fond!); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge 6 Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven. Blue Enamel Dutch Oven (Blue); Brand: Lodge; Review: this is just about the cutest thing i have in my kitchen! it's a beautiful color (i also have the larger 6qt dutch oven in blue, and as beautiful as that is, the island spice is even prettier!), and it's much smaller than your ordinary gonzo dutch oven. i've used it for small batches of pasta sauce, and making risotto (PERFECT for risotto, where you want really even heat control--since we're cooking on electric, risotto really needs enamel cast iron!). would also be really good for smaller braises, e.g. cutting recipes in half! and, seriously, the price cannot be beat. i cannot BELIEVE that they are offering enamel cast iron at this price. it works amazingly well, and frankly how many of us can afford le creuset? i am lucky to have DRU enamel pieces handed down from my grandmother, but the collection is not complete, and i needed to add my own dutch ovens. also, i plan to buy a casserole from lodge, but having already spent $80 on these two pieces i must wait responsibly for a while. (But, $80 for two enamel CI pieces is just incredible!!); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bialetti Cappuccino and Latte Set; Brand: Bialetti; Review: i just love this little thing. i make lattes almost every morning now. i set the pot to percolating (about 10 mins or so), and clean up the kitchen a little bit. then, when it's done, i heat a cup of milk in the microwave with the amount of sugar i like. finally, i add the espresso, and it's fabuloso! the only thing is, i rarely ever use the milk frother. if you are a cappuccino lover, the frother would be essential. but in lattes, there's only a small bit of froth and it's not nearly as important. so, to simplify my life, i just microwave and be done, and avoid having to handwash the frother. so, if you don't care too much about froth, i'd recommend just getting the percolator and saving a few bucks. happy latte-ing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boondock Saints (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 8 Mile (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jackie Brown: Collector's Series (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and the Beast: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Dinner Game (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better; Abstract: Whether you're gearing up for a road trip or just want to make your daily commute less of a chore, these car hacks will instantly improve your driving experience. The post 20 Car Hacks That'll Make Driving So Much Better appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: autos
Title: Prince William and Kate Middleton arrive in Pakistan for royal tour; Abstract: She and Prince William just touched down at Nur Khan Airbase.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Joe Giudice Lost 'More Than 50 Pounds' During Prison Stint; Abstract: The 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star is nearly unrecognizable after his weight loss.; Category: tv
Title: Amy Schumer's Adorable 5-Month-Old Son Gene Gets 'a Million Kisses' During Set Visit; Abstract: Amy Schumer's Son Gets 'a Million Kisses' During Set Visit; Category: movies
Title: How Billy Dee Williams Got Back in Star Wars Shape at 82; Abstract: The actor worked with celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson to prep for Lando Calrissian's return. Peterson says Williams made his job a breeze.; Category: health
Title: Jason Momoa Says He's 'So Freaking Stoked' That Stepdaughter Zoë Kravitz Is Playing Catwoman; Abstract: Jason Momoa Congratulates Zoë Kravitz for Role as Catwoman; Category: movies
Title: I Lost 20 Pounds in 3 Months by Combining These Popular At-Home Programs; Abstract: Like millions of women before me, I turned to WW to help manage my eating. Later, I started doing the BBG fitness program, which consists of three 28-minute resistance training sessions and three to four cardio sessions per week.; Category: health
Title: Matt Lauer allegations: Megyn Kelly lauds Meredith Vieira, Ann Curry; Abstract: Former NBC host Megyn Kelly is recognizing some of the females whom she described as "forces for good" in the Matt Lauer scandal.; Category: news
Title: Watch Howard Stern and Ellen DeGeneres Share Passionate KISS!; Abstract: Stern stopped by the talk show to promote his new book, but walked away with a little bit more!; Category: tv
Title: Ashton Kutcher's new reality show wants to give your finances a makeover; Abstract: Ashton Kutcher's new reality show wants to give your finances a makeover. 'Going From Broke' tackles the financial struggles facing young people today.; Category: tv
Title: Elton John calls Michael Jackson 'mentally ill,' Tina Turner a 'nightmare' in new book; Abstract: In his candid new autobiography "Me," Elton John opens up about his friendships with Freddie Mercury and John Lennon, and past tiff with Tina Turner.; Category: music
Title: Celebs and their cute kids in 2019; Abstract: Ellen Pompeo takes her daughter for a sweet treat, plus more photos of stars with their little ones!; Category: entertainment
Title: Bob Kingsley, Country Radio Legend, Dead at 80; Abstract: Country radio legend Bob Kingley, the longtime host of the nationally syndicated program Bob Kingsley's Country Top 40, died early Thursday in Weatherford, Texas, following a lengthy battle with bladder cancer. He was 80 years old. A member of the Country Radio Broadcasters Hall of Fame, inducted in 1998, he later became only the format's fifth representative in the National Radio Hall of Fame in 2016. Kingsley was 18 and serving in the Air...; Category: music
Title: Jim Carrey and Ginger Gonzaga Split After Less Than a Year of Dating; Abstract: Jim Carrey and Ginger Gonzaga Split After Less Than a Year of Dating; Category: movies
Title: Jane Fonda Arrested With 'Grace And Frankie' Costar Sam Waterston In Washington D.C. Climate Change Protest; Abstract: Jane Fonda, in an ongoing effort to call attention to the need for action on climate change, was arrested again on Friday at the Capitol, this time with her Grace and Frankie costar (and Law & Order vet) Sam Waterston. Fonda and Waterston were joined by about a dozen others who briefly blocked First Street; Category: tv
Title: Michelle Pfeiffer initially blamed herself after #MeToo moment: 'I should've known'; Abstract: Michelle Pfeiffer is opening up about an uncomfortable and inappropriate moment with a "high-powered" industry person.; Category: movies
Title: Magic Johnson defends Michael Jordan over Steph Curry remark; Abstract: In an interview with TODAY's Craig Melvin, NBA legend Michael Jordan stirred controversy by opining that Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is "not a Hall of Famer yet." Now another basketball legend, Magic Johnson, is coming to Jordan's defense. "Everyone knew that he was joking," Melvin says of Jordan.; Category: sports
Title: Pregnant Jenna Dewan Says Daughter Everly, 6, Is Keeping a Close Eye on Mom's Diet; Abstract: Why Pregnant Jenna Dewan's Daughter Is Keeping Tabs on Mom's Diet; Category: tv
Title: Celebrity beach cruising for 2019; Abstract: See all the stars who hit the beach this year!; Category: entertainment
Title: What it's like to cook for Kate Middleton and Prince William, according to Giada De Laurentiis; Abstract: One of the professional chef's favorite career moments was the day she cooked for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at a polo charity event.; Category: foodanddrink
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: Blueberry Dump Cake Satisfies Every Sweet Tooth; Abstract: Dump cakes are the perfect, easy summer desserts and stress free!; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Stars They're Just Like Us!; Abstract: Stars They're Just Like Us!; Category: entertainment
Title: Hugh Hefner's son Cooper weds 'Harry Potter' actress; Abstract: Cooper Hefner married Scarlett Byrne in Ventura, Calif., on Monday.; Category: movies
Title: Dakota Johnson's Tribute to Former Stepdad Antonio Banderas Will Leave You In Tears; Abstract: Dakota Johnson gushed over former stepfather Antonio Banderas while presenting him with the Hollywood Actor Award on Sunday. Read her touching speech below.; Category: movies
Title: Faith Hill's ultimatum made Tim McGraw get healthy; Abstract: Country star Tim McGraw said his wife Faith Hill gave him an ultimatum that led him to get healthier, and that resulted in his new fitness book, "Grit and Grace." (Nov. 5); Category: entertainment
Title: Week in celebrity photos for Nov. 4-8, 2019; Abstract: Week in celebrity photos for Nov. 4-8, 2019; Category: entertainment
Title: Get a Leg up on Thanksgiving with 3 Classy Appetizers You Can Make WAY Ahead (like NOW); Abstract: Because everything tastes better when you didn't stress over making it. Especially when it's Clinton-Kelly chic, too.; Category: foodanddrink
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: 4 Things to Know About Keanu Reeves' New Girlfriend; Abstract: Keanu is single no more! From philanthropist to Instagram foodie, check out this video to learn more about his artist GF Alexandra Grant.; Category: entertainment
Title: It's a Boy! Pregnant Ashley Graham Reveals the Sex of Her Baby on the Way During Ellen Game; Abstract: Pregnant Ashley Graham Reveals the Sex of Her Baby on the Way; Category: tv
Title: Oprah Just Revealed Her 2019 Favorite Things Here Are the Best Food Picks; Abstract: Oh, and they're all on Amazon.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 50 Unique Holiday Gift Ideas for Her Under $50; Abstract: Whether it's a gift of beauty, gadgets for the kitchen, or unique knick-knacks, these thoughtful gifts are sure to impress the women on your gift list. From stylish accessories and clever gadgets to thoughtful treats for bath and body, she's sure to be delighted by these creative gifts that are far from boring.; Category: lifestyle
Title: James Brolin On the Hollywood Advice He Gave Son Josh: 'Don't Be a Leading Man, Ever'; Abstract: James Brolin On the Hollywood Advice He Gave His Son Josh; Category: movies
Title: Stars turning 70 in 2019; Abstract: Seventy and sensational! Join us as we celebrate the stars who were born in 1949.; Category: entertainment
Title: Halle Berry, 53, flaunts chiseled abs on Instagram: See the pic; Abstract: Halle Berry is trying to motivate her social media followers with her incredible abs.; Category: movies
Title: Jennifer Aniston looks amazing in a makeup-free selfie, plus more news; Abstract: Jennifer Aniston looks amazing in a makeup-free selfie, plus more news; Category: entertainment
Title: Adele Lost 20 Pounds with Pilates and Cardio After Splitting From Simon Konecki; Abstract: She debuted her slimmer figure in early October.; Category: health
Title: Jennifer Aniston offers newbie Matthew McConaughey Instagram advice: 'Don't overthink it'; Abstract: Jennifer Aniston has some Instagram pointers for fellow newbie Matthew McConaughey.; Category: movies
Title: After Mormon Family's Terror in Mexico, a Message Emerges: No One Is Safe; Abstract: After Mormon Family's Terror in Mexico, a Message Emerges: No One Is Safe By Azam Ahmed LA MORA, Mexico Andre Miller saw the column of black smoke rising from at least a mile away.; Category: news
Title: Lisa Vanderpump Reveals Why She Left RHOBH: 'I Don't Have Room in My Life for Nastiness'; Abstract: Lisa Vanderpump Reveals Why She Left RHOBH; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fun Express - Glow-in-the-Dark Vampire Fangs, (1-Pack of 72); Brand: Fun Express; Review: Perfect! I have 2 kids in school and this will be great to hand out to their classmates. It's a great alternative for Halloween because their school is a candy free zone. Well priced too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melissa & Doug Rainbow Stacker Wooden Ring Educational Toy; Brand: Melissa & Doug; Review: Cute and small... A little smaller than I anticipated; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butterfly Craze Girls Snow Queen Costume Snow Princess Dress - 2 Years; Brand: Butterfly Craze; Review: I'll give it five stars because my daughter is in love with it, she practically lives in it. I've already purchased two for my little very active adventurous modern-day princess. The first dress went through a lot, bike rides, scooter races, the occasional dance off, and cat fight. It's a good quality for indoor dress up. I purchased the second dress for our Disneyland trip because the first one had gone through a lot. However I was able to revive it for my 15 month old. I trimmed and headed the torn skirt. Both girls felt like a million bucks. It was perfect for meeting Elsa and Anna. I made a few modifications to the second dress I purchased to help it hold up for my little one (who is 2.) I ran a simple straight stitch at the top of the sequence sweet-heart neckline to reinforce it. The white mesh stitch connecting it to the sequence is fragile so and extra stitch helped it not to snag. The cape is extra long in my opinion and so I trimmed it and inch longer than the dress. Side note don't let your little one find the evidence. My daughter preferred it longer but kept tripping. I also ran a stitch at the ends of the cape where it attaches to the dress. All in all I'd buy it a third time. I'll probably end up purchasing the next size because she it so much. I got the 2T for my 2-1/2 year old and it fit well. (She is like in the 85 percentile) She can get herself in and out of the dress.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Vogue Girls' ELSA Coronation Tiara Gold Plated Crown + Gloves; Brand: Cokos Box; Review: The crown is perfect! The gloves not so much. My disappointment is because we got two left hand gloves. My daughters hair is fine so we had to put her hair up in a little ponytail to hold the crown comb.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disney Frozen Glitter Tattoo Kit with Stencils Brush Glue 2 Color Glitters; Brand: Disney Frozen; Review: It was a mess.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Char-Broil The Big Easy TRU-Infrared Oil-Less Turkey Fryer; Brand: Char-Broil; Review: USED MY BIG EASEY 3 TIMES IN LAST TWO WEEKS// AND TWO OF THE BEST TURKEYS I HAVE EVER COOKED AND ONE WORD OF CAUTION < DO NOT OVER COOK YOUR FOOD > AND WHEN YOU REACH THE DISIRED BROWNESS ON THE OUTSIDE KEEP THE LID OFF. OTHER WISE THIS UNIT IS VERY EASEY TO USE. I OWN NINE DIFFERENT GRILLING UNITS EVERYONE HAS A USE, THE BIG EASEY REPLACES THE OIL COOKER AND I BELIVE IT IS MUCH MORE HEALTHY WAY TO COOK FOOD AND I DON'T HAVE TO BUY OIL. NOW WE WILL SEE HOW LONG IT WILL LAST WITH PROPER CARE. GREAT PRODUCT/////////; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broil King Steel Keg BKK4000 Charcoal Grill for Convection-Style Cooking; Brand: Broil King; Review: Have four grills of this type and the keg is the one used most offen. It has the best extras and does a great job. Construction of this unit is great and I don't have to worry about it cracking can get 900 plus degrees for steaks or slow cook at 275. Have done every thing on this grill from steaks to pork butts and pizza. YOU CAN TAKE A FROZEN PIZZA AND MAKE IT TASTE JUST GREAT just use a pizza stone at 350 and yes I have a g//egg and kamado joe so if you want a great grill this is it. Oh by the way a 1 inch thick steak at 900 plus 2 min. on one side 2 min. on the other side then back over with a closed grill with both vents closed for 2 min. and you have a perfect med. rare steak everytime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A-MAZE-N 12'' Pellet Tube Smoker Oval Design; Brand: A-MAZE-N; Review: used it first time in my master built smoker "which I also love " it produced all the smoke I needed for Bacon which was best I ever made. I have 12 inch but believe 6 inch would be all I would need.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Myron Mixon MoJack 47201 20# Competition Blend Wood Grilling/Smoking/BBQ Cooking Pellets; Brand: Myron Mixon; Review: Just great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 Portable TRU-Infrared Liquid Propane Gas Grill; Brand: Char-Broil; Review: Wow i wanted a small grill for two to four POEPLE as most buy grills far bigger then needed. This grill is a high heat grill good for burgers steaks etc this grill is for grilling not low and slow as brisket etc. it appears a lot think the regulator is not working I don't believe that is true this grill is designed for higher temp so put a frozen burger on at 600 degrees and it could be the best you ever had. By the way I do all my steaks frozen also so tender and juicie perfect medium rare every time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sahara (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends DC Ferdinand; Brand: Thomas & Friends; Review: my son loves thomas the train, this is the first train i have purchased. it is much smaller than this picture makes it look. but im sure he will still love it. im not happy i paid almost 10 dollars for something so small.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Munchkin Gone Fishin' Bath Toy; Brand: Munchkin; Review: i got this but it has two fish. not the cute starfish and crab. and they are just one solid color and that cute little purple worm was a red and white bobber. I called they said that they might have a wrong picture because the description of this item does describe what i got but not what is in the picture. so i was pretty dissapointed with that. but my son still like the item. so i guess thats what matters.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nickelodeon Bubble Guppies Plush Nonny; Brand: Nickelodeon; Review: My 3 year old LOVES the bubble guppies, before they only had Molly, Gill and Bubble Puppy. I was so excited to see they had all the other characters available. I paid 14.99 for it - not too bad but if i would have bought them the night before they were only 9.99. Looks like they are out of stock now. So if you have a bubble guppy fan and this item is available I would snatch it up ASAP! But these are GREAT quality and the perfect size. Overall this item is amazing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VTech Jake and the Never Land Pirates Treasure Hunt Learning Laptop; Brand: VTech; Review: Screen was very small. It is ok but seems very behind in the graphics area. Games are educational. I bought for a 3 year old he has no intrest in it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LeapFrog Touch Magic Rockin' Guitar; Brand: LeapFrog; Review: I didn't realize this was all touch when I ordered it. It is cute but it's not as fun for the kids when there are not strings; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Translucent Magic Mic (Colors May Vary); Brand: Toysmith; Review: We bought this and 2 months later the thing busted - that is no fun.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Conductor Carl Train Table & Play Board Set (80 Piece); Brand: Conductor Carl; Review: This was a good buy! My 3 year old really enjoys playing with this still - I purchased this almost a year ago and it is still holding up well - the design on the table is peeling a little bit at the corner - other than that no major complaints. If you have a train lover this is a good buy! Side note - putting the track together takes ALOT of time. I would suggest gluing it together after you put it together it is not fun to keep trying to put it back together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disney Disguise Baby Boy's Pixar Toy Story and Beyond Woody Classic Costume; Brand: ; Review: We live in wi and I was hoping to be Abe to put warm clothes under this but we may have to put a jacket over instead. But overall nice material and super cute; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PLAYMOBIL® 1.2.3 Moon Rocket; Brand: PLAYMOBIL; Review: Both my 4 year old and 1 year old love this toy. Great quality too!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playhut Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Bed Tent Playhouse; Brand: Playhut; Review: I have this one and the paw patrol one for my two boys, 3 and 6, they love them! We have them on their twin sized beds and they fit perfectly. They really enjoy bedtime now. Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Fured Spa Conference; City: Balatonfured Veszprem County Central Transdanubia; Review: Just about finishing our one week holiday at Hotel Füred and this hotel deserves a positive note. Outstanding location with amazing view to lake Balaton and also Tihany peninsula. Nice and huge shore. Charming staff and good meal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luxury Spa Conference Hotel; City: Siofok Somogy County Southern Transdanubia; Review: I wonder how this hotel got four stars. But lets be objective. Moderate location - meaning that it is a bit far off the dowtown area but is in a nice and quite street. It does not have direct access to the lake but you can walk down there in few minutes. It has no garden. The hitel itself is very much like a huge block of flats made of glass and concrete. The restaurant is a joke. The staff is far from what you expect of a four star hotel. In a nutshell: low profile hotel with relatively good location. Two stars max. Yet the price is unreasionably high. We left after one night.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo; City: Plitvice Lakes National Park Central Croatia; Review: Very peaceful place just 600 meters from Plitvice National Park wooden houses with a small zoo charming restaurant friendly staff I will definitely re-visit chose entrance nr3 for it is much less busy check the location as it is on the other side of the lakes; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boutique Camping Materada Beach; City: Porec Istria; Review: perfect location right at the beach. 15 minutes to downtown Porec on foot. nice beach and crystal clear water. charming camping with many houses. lots of restaurants around. the houses are pretty well equipped.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sabala; City: Zakopane Lesser Poland Province Southern Poland; Review: Outstanding location! It is right in the downtown at the middle of the main street. Just walk out to your terrace and watch Krupówki street with its charming houses. The room was large and comfortable. The restaurant is trully Polish with very good breakfast and bear :) Do not miss the bryndza!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Cantina Los Tres Hombres; City: Sparks, NV; Review: Sat down, got chips and salsa. Salsa back heat, wasn't asked if wanted milder or Pico salsa. Service definitely lacking in bar area, as it usually does unless you just want drinks. Received food, adequate, not like I was expecting exceptional. It's a average fair. Only here because had Groupon. (Which means you are trying to get people to come in, otherwise they would not). Food ok. As as again it's close to home. Otherwise would never be my choice, wife had Groupon. Everything mediocur at best, which is usual. Sparks definitely needs better dining options. Great Basin ranks the sam; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jazmine; City: Reno, NV; Review: Went to dinner early 5pm, on a Monday. Friendly hostess, seated promptly at bar. Disappointed mussels weren't included as apps for all you can eat. ( Ice cream isn't either for dessert) Every one else in Reno/Sparks charges same price for all you can eat and includes those items. Sushi was fresh and well prepared. Everyone very friendly and on it when it came to service. Overall enjoyed the dining experience. Only do sushi once or twice a year. Most sushi places do not have extensive craft beer selection. So tend to dine where there is larger selection. Would recommend Jasmine as a dining destination.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Headquarters; City: Reno, NV; Review: Welp, unfortunately it is just a large dive bar. Nothing impressive at all. Wish them well, but really don't see a future with what I saw. Sadness.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Midtown Eats; City: Reno, NV; Review: Got appetizer before drinks ordered. When drinks came, wife ordered Italian Sunburn. Came in a flat glass with the amount you would find in a shot glass. For $12, there drinks are extremely over priced for what you actually get. My modified mule, they don't have flavored vodka. Was made with blood orange syrup, tasted like lime and ginger beer. Will stick to beer when coming here. Good thing Death and Taxes is next door, and Chapel is down the street. There you always get great cocktails! Entree arrived, before appetizer plates were cleared. So had to hold up and move those plates s ito they could put down our entrees. Appetizer was cup of their chilli over some fries. Was good, too much back heat for me. Entrees were scallops and short ribs. All (3) scallops were cooked perfectly and tasted good. Not so sure price reflected in that meal. Short ribs were tender although had strange flavor to me. Then again price issue. I have fined at many 4 and 5 star restaurants across the country. I have no problem paying for a meal when it is worth it. Not really sure what this restaurant is going for, but think when it comes to Midtown Eats I will stick to the burgers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holey Schmidt Donuts; City: Reno, NV; Review: When walked in, was immediately hit with smell of bad frying oil. Almost just turned around and left. But, might as well try. French toast donut cooked to death. Grease bottom. Very dry. That one needs improvement. Samoa donut actually good. Good donut flavor and consistency. Captain Crunch was ok. Cereal was stale, but donut had ok flavor . Icing good on all 3 donuts. Maybe they are still working out the kinks. They are still a new business. Will try again in a few months to give them a chance to consistently put out good tasty product.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rum Sugar Lime; City: Reno, NV; Review: Rum drinks are so much more than dauquiris people! You really need to savor the flavor of rum. This is the place you need to be. Bartenders and owner very knowledgeable. Will let you sample if your not sure. Don't waste you time with the adolescent rum and coke. Have a real rum cocktail. Awesome addition to Midtown. Summer will be better with Rum Sugar Lime!!!!!!!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Sierra Resort and Casino; City: Reno, NV; Review: Restaurants aren't that great. Over rated. Unless you are a gambling member a or high roller and get free comps. Free bad food you didn't have to pay for. Sorry tourists. LEX is a complete joke. I doing care what DJ you have. If you go to any concert, the venue is good. That's it. Beer is extremely over priced. Ridiculous. Seriously, you make enough money, you don't need to charge that much. Sorry I'm a local and I don't throw away my money gambling. I do attend concerts. But I won't pay your alcohol prices. I know you don't care, because of the of the millennials you get to go to LEX and all the gullable tourists who visit.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Time Square Jewelers; City: Reno, NV; Review: We stopped in to have 4 links taken out of new monster 56 mm Invicta watch. Fast and super friendly service!!! Great for battery replacement too!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Club Cal Neva; City: Reno, NV; Review: Entire 3rd floor reeked of pot. Way to go Cal Neva! Left and went to Gold and Silver. You let low life pot smokers in your casino! Security is top notch,!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Jesse; City: Reno, NV; Review: Had the Shoe Tree cocktail. Very good. Wife had the Pony Express. Also very good. Unfortunately, liquor selection very limited. Too limited in fact compared to other establishments in town. Which limits available cocktail possibilities. Bartenders very nice, very good. But I need an establishment with more options.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Burrito; City: Sparks, NV; Review: How hard is it people??? Ordered 1 chicken super burrito and 1 asada super burrito. Even when got to window was asked, did you have the 2 burritos, 1 chicken 1 beef? So we leave drive thru and start eating and guess what...... 2 chicken. No asada!!! Again, how hard is it to make 2 simple burritos???? No mas for me. It's not like the menu is so vast.....; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Batman: The Dark Knight Returns - Part 1; Brand: Peter Weller; Review: This is a heads up for Daniel the retired cop who will not buy this because it is a scam...Daniel, this is not in any way associated with THE DARK KNIGHT RISES..this is an animated version of the Frank Miller comic book/graphic novel from 1986 that tells the story of Batman who comes out of retirement when he is 55 because Gotham is under seige by a gang called the Mutants...it is not in any way related to the summer film of this year...because as I have said before; is an animated version of the Nineteen Eighty Six comicbook of the same title....ok? You got it? Good...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jack the Giant Slayer; Brand: Nicholas Hoult; Review: Fairy tales can come true..they can happen to you if you are young at heart...my apologies to the late and great Mr. Sinatra but it seems our fairy tales need to be updated for the modern audiences and CGI and camera wizardy are going full bore to keep everyone guessing if Jack will save the princess. He does and all live happily ever after...unless the kingdom was wiped out by the Black Plauge..we are not given privy to that information but we do get to see a lot of giants. They are mean, smelly and uncivilized...and they throw a lot of trees and cows and stuff at our erstwhile heroes trying to defend the castle. They could have used some help from Thor and the Avengers or even the Transformers but they were occupied with other missions...in another time...lol! It is worth a single night rental to amuse a 8 year old ...3 stars..and that is a generous offering in this humble reviewer's heart.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jack the Giant Slayer; Brand: ; Review: Fairy tales can come true..they can happen to you if you are young at heart...my apologies to the late and great Mr. Sinatra but it seems our fairy tales need to be updated for the modern audiences and CGI and camera wizardy are going full bore to keep everyone guessing if Jack will save the princess. He does and all live happily ever after...unless the kingdom was wiped out by the Black Plauge..we are not given privy to that information but we do get to see a lot of giants. They are mean, smelly and uncivilized...and they throw a lot of trees and cows and stuff at our erstwhile heroes trying to defend the castle. They could have used some help from Thor and the Avengers or even the Transformers but they were occupied with other missions...in another time...lol! It is worth a single night rental to amuse a 8 year old ...3 stars..and that is a generous offering in this humble reviewer's heart.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oz the Great & Powerful anglais; Brand: James Franco; Review: Okay so we do a prequel to the famous rendering of the 1939 Wizard of OZ by trying to capture the black and white/color fantasy with modern dialog and 'adult' dramatic moments....ummmm...no don't go there..but they did and they did pull off a homage to the great people of MGM and the hundreds that lovingly put Judy Garland in harm's way of Margret Hamilton and her flying monkey minions. The flying monkeys in this pic are much more frightening, the world of OZ is more in depth with new characters of equally fantastic backgrounds to meet and that does a certain service to the imagination of Frank L. Baum who wrote the books of OZ to delight his generation's children. However the stylized story and music that made the 1939 such an enduring hit are not here and we are awash instead with CGI and mediocre humor. (Note to Disney...give up trying to make money on properties of books you own that date back to 1906...kids today are not that well educated so the soaring adventures of John Carter, the Lone Ranger, citizens of OZ and so forth do not stike a cord with the youth of today.) I loved John Carter of Mars, haven't seen the Lone Ranger yet but thought OZ the Great and Powerful would make a fun two parter to the Blue Ray Wizard of Oz...for grownups that saw Danny Kaye introduce the film to kids on CBS in 1962. WSo in view of that suggestion..go get it...to make the story of the carnival magican and later the young girl of Kansas a tret to see on your home theater screen.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thor: The Dark World (Blu-ray); Brand: Chris Hemsworth; Review: Lokks and feels like a good comic book story...so do not judge Anthony Hopkins like he was in Remains of the Day...lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: House of Cards: A Tale of Hubris and Wretched Excess on Wall Street; Author: Visit Amazon's William D. Cohan Page; Review: Cohan's House of Cards is a very interesting and detailed account on the reasons behind the infamous Bear Sterns meltdown. His narrative mainly consists of interviewing direct participants with Jimmy Cayne, the former head of Bear, obviously being the most prominent figure. In the first part of his book, Cohan takes a micro approach, giving the reader an almost hour-by-hour description of the events that led up to the now iconic $2 per share sale of Bear to JPMorgan. In the second part, Cohan takes more of a macro approach, going all the way back to the founding days of Bear and taking the reader through all the major events in the firm's history as well in the lives of those at the helm. Positives: What the book does well is provide a very good human angle on the high profile lives of Bear's as well as general Wall Street senior managers. Despite the words "wretched excess" in the title, bashing Wall Street execs is really not the main focus of the book. In fact, I felt that Cohan did a good job staying away from demonizing individuals and from putting on black and white looking glass. I think he provides fair criticism where it's due and backs it up with sufficient evidence such as with the case of Bear Sterns Hedge Fund management. The overall story of the book flows very well, almost like a novel and I never felt like I was reading a non-fiction finance book - there were times where I couldn't put it down. Negatives: Cohan does not do a sufficient job explaining some of the financial terms. Upon the introduction of a term, he would give a very superficial explanation for it and then go on using it throughout the book as if the reader now has complete and full understanding of that concept. Basically, I had to look up all the finance terms he mentioned independently on Wikipedia. I know that explaining collateral debt obligations or credit default swaps in dry and boring detail is not the point of the book, but the reader must ascertain a solid understanding of these terms in order to follow some of the points Cohan is trying to make. Overall: This is a very interesting and detailed story of not only the collapse of Bear but the general history of the firm, people involved as well as the general Wall Street culture. It's very readable and has a good flow. The biggest criticism is that not enough explanation is given for technical financial concepts - hence 4 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Godfather of the Kremlin: the Life and Times of Boris Berezovsky; Author: Visit Amazon's Paul Klebnikov Page; Review: Anyone who is at least somewhat familiar with the period of transition from the Soviet command economy to Russia's "free market" knows that the shift was far from smooth and successful. The most valuable assets of the former Soviet Union ended up in the hands of a very small bunch of so called oligarchs. Most of these "entrepreneurs" were not interested in improving the enterprises they came to control, but rather sucked them dry and embezzled the profits, essentially, at the expense of the state and most importantly at the expense of the impoverished Russian population. This book does a fantastic job explaining the events and the people behind the aforementioned transition. Contrary to what the dubious one star reviews claim, this book is not a smear campaign, nor is it any sort of tabloid journalism. The tactics that were used in embezzlement as well as the widespread corruption are not a product of speculation but rather a well known fact that has been documented in numerous publications and reports. Additionally, the author's concentration on one particular oligarch, is not motivated by some personal vendetta as the one star reviewers once again claim, but was a decision based on the prominence of this individual in Russian politics at the time. All in all, this book is not really about just one person, but rather about the endemic corruption, crony capitalism, massive embezzlement of state funds and government incompetency that plagued Russia in 1990's during Yeltsin's presidency. If you are interested in the details of this unfortunate epoch of Russian history this book is an absolute must read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Color Is Your Parachute 2015: A Practical Manual For Job-Hunters And Career-Changers (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition); Author: Richard Nelson Bolles; Review: When I got laid off from my job some time ago, I though I would pick this book up to sort of get me in the mood for job searching. I have since read it and found it to be a complete disappointment and a waste of time. I think that unless you know absolutely nothing about job searching, this book will provide zero insight. It is filled with extremely obvious and generalized advice such as use as many sources to search for jobs as possible, send a thank you note after the interview, tap into your network during job search, don't talk about salary first, pursue jobs you find interesting, write down on a piece of paper things that you are good at, etc - I think you get the idea. If the book's really self-evident counsel isn't enough, it managed to annoy even further with its self-help tone that makes it sound like The Secret. To reiterate, my recommendation is to stay away from this title and not waste your money as most of the advice is very obvious and could be very easily found through a general internet search.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Deep Down Things: The Breathtaking Beauty of Particle Physics; Author: Visit Amazon's Bruce A. Schumm Page; Review: With already so many thorough reviews for the Deep Down Things, I probably shouldn't bother reviewing, however I was really pleasantly surprised by this book and can't resist commenting. One of the strengths of this work is its well thought out structure and progressive flow. It warms the reader up with a very readable description of basic concepts that a number of us may recall from a high school/intro level college physics course. Some of these include the four forces of nature, Einstein's relativity, wave particle duality and Heisenberg's uncertainty principle. The book then transitions into the more complex realm of elements such as Schrodinger's equation, quantum field theory, Feynman's diagrams, spin and fundamental particles. Finally, with the reader's brain adequately prepared, it leaves the most esoteric theories such as Lie groups, internal symmetries and Gauge theory for last. If this sounds like an intimidating list of ideas for a non-physicist to read, don't be alarmed because the greatest strength of this book is its impeccable clarity. The author masterfully uses everyday metaphors and analogies to make the aforementioned concepts very accessible to those of us with minimal training in mathematics and physics. Using a very conversational tone, he almost assumes the role of that favorite high-school or college teacher that goes to great lengths to spark your interest and facilitate understanding. Obviously, due to the innate complexity of the subject, this is still not a total breeze to read. You will find yourself concentrating really hard on certain sections and rereading some passages just to fully digest the finer details. Having said that, the only prerequisites to enjoy and comprehend this title is not mastery of math and physics, but inquisitiveness, patience and a bit of determination. When you finally get through the book, I believe that you will be very satisfied to have a working understanding of the Standard Model of particle physics. So to conclude, I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in understanding particle physics or just generally has high level of intellectual curiosity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long; Author: Visit Amazon's David Rock Page; Review: Your Brain at Work does an excellent job synthesizing a large body of scientific research on cognitive neuroscience and interpreting the results in a way that helps readers understand how the brain works and how to make it function more efficiently. The book is laid out in a format of a theatrical play, where it introduces two ordinary people and follows their respective days. Both of the characters are facing a variety of challenges, very similar to the ones that millions of professionals deal with on a daily basis. After presenting a particular scenario and having one of the characters go through it, the author then performs a thorough analysis of what each of the characters did wrong and how they could have approached a particular challenge or activity in a much more efficient way. The best part is, obviously, that the analysis and the corrections in the behavior are all based on the most recent research in cognitive neuroscience. The narrative is broken into different "acts" according to the progression of the work day of the characters and the type of mental processes that are being discussed. I think this is a particularly good structure because it a)personifies the cognitive challenges by bringing up prototypical characters that most of us can relate to b)organizes the context in a way that is logically progressive and easy to follow and c)makes the book easy for later reference. As far as the content, to use the book's own language, a big dopamine rush is how I would describe it. It is really full of a good and useful insight, at the same time boasting a high level of writing that uses plenty of metaphors and is very easy to read (took me 5 days of reading before bed to finish). Some of the concepts that are tackled include mental energy management, dealing with pressure, mental blocks, creativity, need for certainty and autonomy, handling of relationships and managing expectations. The full list is a lot longer, and I think that once you start reading, you will notice that the implications of the issues addressed go far beyond just the workplace. To conclude, I want to say that Your Brain at Work has really exceeded my expectations. It is based not on psycho babble and feel-good nonsense, as most books that are geared towards self improvement, but on solid scientific research. It doesn't instruct on what to do and how to feel, but explains the biological mechanism of action behind default human behavior and how it may lead us astray. In the ideal world, I think that all books that claim to assist with self improvement should be based on scientific research, but that's perhaps wishful thinking and a discussion for another day. Anyway, I highly recommend that you read this book, as I really feel that you will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience; Author: Visit Amazon's Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Page; Review: Amazon already did a good job summarizing Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's Flow, so I will instead focus on evaluating its content. The book is set up in a way where the first few chapters concentrate on defining and analyzing the intricate relationship between human consciousness and happiness. Once this is firmly established, Csikszentmihalyi goes on to introduce the concept of flow, its physiology and its conditions. All subsequent chapters then examine flow in various aspects of our lives and the last chapter focuses on the philosophical implications of the concept and whether it relates to finding "meaning in life". It has been said in science that any researcher should have the ability to explain their theory clearly and concisely to a layman. I felt that Csikszentmihalyi's style of writing is very true to this statement, as he puts in a particular effort to make his book accessible and very easy to read for just about anyone. I would even say that he is overly simple to a fault - using a philosophically-conversational tone at the expense of a slightly more rigid "literature review" style that predominates more modern pop sci books. Despite this, the author is still capable of conveying a decent amount of science and methodology behind his discovery and analysis of the optimal experience model. To me, the most powerful chapters were really the first five where, as I discussed earlier, Csikszentmihalyi really puts the meat on the bones of his theory of flow and masterfully connects everything together. Some passages just made so much sense that I had to put the book down and seriously contemplate about what is being said and how it relates to my entire understanding of life. To use the author's own language it put me in a very deep and enjoyable "flow of thought". The book does have a small blemish in the fact that it gets a bit repetitive when it goes into listing the occurrence of flow in everyday settings. I don't have anything against the discussion of applicability of the theory, it just seems that sections containing very similar messages could have been condensed. Perhaps 240 pages (not including notes and references) is a bit much for this type of format and ideally it should have been closer to 200 pages. However, I want to emphasize that this small fault does not in any way make the book a "drag" and some people may find this "extra" information rather useful. To conclude, I found Csikszentmihalyi's lifelong research, his findings and the overall message of his work extremely compelling and powerful. The theory of flow does an excellent job describing many aspects of our lives and most importantly sheds light on the conditions of happy and meaningful existence. I would honestly recommend this book to anyone. It is rather short and very readable and guaranteed to make you analyze your life and the life of your friends and family through the lens of the theory of flow.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atheism: The Case Against God; Author: Visit Amazon's George H. Smith Page; Review: As you can infer from the reviews, there has been enough praise for this book. So what's so good about it and what really makes it stand out? Two things in my opinion: 1) the author's strict use of analytic philosophy when examining theistic positions and 2) remarkable clarity for a philosophy book. Since recent books on atheism from Dawkins, Harris and Hitchens have generated enough controversy, it's really important to point out that Atheism The Case Against God is purely a philosophy book. It does not delve into emotionally charged territory and it exclusively uses logic and philosophical argument to make its assertions. It is this quality that makes this book accessible to both theists and atheists alike, where books like the God Delusion are primarily designed to preach to the choir. It's not often that you read a philosophy book as a layman and fully understand it from cover to cover. This is why I picked clarity as the second point of distinction for Atheism The Case Against God. Depending on your stance, you can disagree with the arguments themselves, but you will not be able to disagree with their clarity and with the author's effort to make them as accessible as possible. This is not a book where you will be re-reading or skipping sections just because they are too dense or confusing. A big contributor to the clarity is the book's structure. It starts off fully describing the position of atheism and how it differs from agnosticism. It then evaluates the concept of god along with all of its alleged properties and attributes. After this is established, the book turns to examining all the arguments for faith and skepticism. Finally, the author critiques all the arguments for god, such as natural theology arguments, arguments from design and cosmological arguments. To conclude, I would recommend this book to atheists and theists alike. For atheists, it provides a great summary of all the arguments that comprise the logical foundation for the atheistic position. For theists, it would offer a great opportunity to logically defend their position. I mean if you are a true believer, wouldn't you want to see whether the position that you are so passionate about can withstand logical evaluation?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ship of Fools; Author: Visit Amazon's Fintan O'Toole Page; Review: In this book, Fintan O'Toole concentrates on corruption, massive housing/land bubble, irresponsible and regressive tax policy, lack of infrastructure development and the fanatical pro-business attitude of the Irish government as the key causes for the collapse of the Irish economy and the death of the Celtic Tiger. The positives of this work is that O'Toole is a really good writer as far as pure mastery of language is concerned. His prose is very easy to follow and it flows very well for a non-fiction book. The book itself is pretty short and knows exactly where to stop, right before getting tedious. I also found O'Toole's disdainfully sardonic tone to be quite amusing and very appropriate for this type of publication. Instead of further trying to describe the language and the tone, I will just provide a short excerpt. This is O'Toole's take on the corrupt Irish elite that purchased vacation homes on the man-made "Island of Ireland", which is part of the "World Archipelago" just off the coast of Dubai: "The great men who 'shaped our modern, thriving nation' could have their Irish pride in villas with 'more than just a hint of Irishness to them', but they would not actually have to be in Ireland - a particular advantage for those among them who were tax fugitives. This would be the perfect Ireland, with a vague sense of history in its mock-Georgian squares but no politics, with a simulacrum of Irish conviviality without the bother of an unruly plebeian populace." Unfortunately, there are a few negatives about this book and hence the four stars. For one, I thought it could have used a little bit more structure. I felt that the material in each section could have been subdivided into smaller sections, making the transitions between different issues a little easier on the reader. Also, I felt that there were parts where O'Toole, instead of providing a higher level synthesis, kept giving the reader more and more examples of government corruption or tax evasion schemes. I understand that he was trying to show how endemic these practices really were, however I really felt that he made his point in certain instances and was really looking forward to some quality commentary. Overall, despite the few negatives, I think this is a great, short read for anyone who is interested in the downfall of the Celtic Tiger. As a matter of fact, I think it would be useful for anyone who is interested in reading a case study of how irresponsible fiscal policy, radical pro-business attitude and government corruption and incompetency can ruin what seemed to have been even the most successful economic phenomenon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bounce: The Myth of Talent and the Power of Practice; Author: Mathew Syed; Review: As you probably already know, the main message/goal of Matthew Syed's book Bounce is to discredit the established notion that success in highly complex tasks (athletics in this case) is entirely due to innate ability. Instead, he argues, it is thousands of hours of purposeful, challenging practice and determination to improve that create the superior skill observed in top athletes, chess players and professionals in other fields. Syed writes in a conversational tone that is very engaging and easy to follow. He does a decent job articulating his arguments and uses scientific evidence, personal experience as a table tennis Olympian and anecdotes from famous athletes to back up his claims. Additionally, this book has plenty of good insight, for example: the amount of practice it takes on average to acquire a high level of skill in a particular activity; the difference between regular practice and purposeful practice; why certain races are falsely perceived to be "naturally" good at certain sports; how children respond when they are rewarded for talent vs. hard work; the physiology of choking during a performance and many others. Despite the good stuff, certain parts of the book were not entirely convincing. Here is an example. Rationally, it's not too hard to buy into the idea that hard work and talent breed excellence. The problem is that this still doesn't quite explain what makes those people that start mastering a skill at a very early age gravitate towards say soccer ball vs. violin. Or why some children who are as young as two (before any meaningful parental intervention) enjoy being challenged and thrive on practicing a skill, while others shy away from it. Another interesting notion that is not discussed in this book is the speed of learning. For example when very young children are given an opportunity to do something new, some will still learn the skill quicker than others when all the other factors, such as purposeful practice and "growth mentality" have been controlled for. Think for example when a group of parents take their kids to the same skating rink, with the same instructor for the very first time. It is hard to argue that after the first half hour or so, some kids will be completely helpless and falling, others will manage to stand up, while still others will actually be successfully skating around. I am not arguing that these initial differences cannot be overcome with practice, but how did they originate in the first place if everyone is tabula rasa as Syed argues? Anyway, my goal here is not to start a nature vs. environment debate, I am just pointing out some examples that I wish this book addressed in greater detail. Overall, Syed's book is still pretty insightful, however as shown in my previous example, I don't think that his theory of acquisition of skill is complete. This makes the book read kind of a like an almanac of interesting things about top performers rather than a serious analysis into which part of "talent" is innate vs. which part is practice. I would; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saga: A NOVEL OF MEDIEVAL ICELAND; Author: Jeff Janoda JANODA; Review: I have never been much of a fiction reader and mostly concentrate on various non-fiction literature. To switch things up, I recently looked into picking up some historical fiction. My first attempt was Bernard Cornwell's series called The Saxon Stories, which deals with 9th century Danish invasion of England. While Cromwell did an excellent job incorporating many historical elements and events, his material started to dry up after the third book. I was also not too impressed by his style of writing. His books did, however, make me very interested in reading more about the Norse way of life in the Middle Ages. I stumbled upon Jeff Janoda's novel Saga through Amazon's suggestions. Seeing that a number of people had given it very positive reviews, I decided to give it a try. To be honest, I really wasn't expecting much since the book seemed rather obscure, I couldn't quite tell if it was a historical novel or a pure work of fiction and finally it was the author's first novel. As you can obviously tell from the five stars on my review, I was very pleasantly surprised. The book is loosely based on some history, primarily parts of Eyrbyggja Saga [...]. The characters and events seem to have been thoroughly fleshed out by the writer's imagination, making it a loose fit within the historical fiction category. Despite the literary freedoms with the original saga, the author does an excellent job describing what life was like in 10th century Iceland. This aspect of the book seems to be based on thorough research and credible historical evidence. The reader will undoubtedly get an almost "History Chanel" like picture of ancient Icelandic/Norse culture with all its mythology, traditions and rituals. In addition to the broad cultural overview, the book offers a really cool glimpse into all the details of day-to-day life of Icelandic chieftains, free men farmers, and slaves. All the interesting historical stuff aside, I think that the story itself is actually the strongest element of this book. There is no central character per se, instead the narrative is focused on the conflict between two influential chieftains and all the secondary characters involved in this battle. Jeff Janoda does a very good job bringing all his characters to life, each with their own complex motivations, emotions, and strategies of accomplishing their goals. The story starts off a bit slow, as with most novels, but the drama starts to unfold in a very intricate and interesting way right around the 35-40 page mark. After that, I honestly couldn't put the book down and finished it off in just a few days. My only criticism is that the names of two or three chapters in the book provide a dead give away of the final outcome of that particular chapter. It seems that the author/editor wanted it this way, in order to imitate the Sagas of old, however I thought this just ended up spoiling a few plot twists. Despite the minor aforementioned blemish, this is a very nice book and a very strong first novel; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freefall: America, Free Markets, and the Sinking of the World Economy; Author: Visit Amazon's Joseph E. Stiglitz Page; Review: Since there are already a number of good reviews of this book, I just wanted to emphasize a few points that really set it apart from much of the literature written on the financial crisis in the last few years: a)This is not a typical market and capitalism bashing book. Instead, Joe Stiglitz very much emphasizes that any viable system needs to have both market and government supplementing each other to provide a method of checks and balances b)This is not a an investigative journalism piece written by some random reporter who picked up an interest in finance and economics because it's a "hot topic" to rehash the popular "Main street vs. Wall street" talking points. Instead, Stiglitz is a world renowned economist, who called the real estate bubble and the financial crisis long in advance and who won a Nobel Prize for his work in a relevant topic of market failures, particularly information asymmetries c)Although Stiglitz's analysis of what went wrong is by far the most interesting and thoughtful that I have read, the book doesn't just point out the obvious shortcomings and failures of our private and public sectors. It also offers a very sensible approach to re-structuring our society and our institutions in a way that provides the right incentives and improves our well being, while avoiding unethical and short-sighted behavior that gets us into trouble d)The book does an excellent job of explaining principles of finance and macroeconomics to a laymen audience without dumbing things down. If someone is interested in a more in-depth reading on a specific subject matter described in the book, there are plenty of good sources provided e)The general level of rational thought, analysis and critique in this book is really way beyond anything that you would hear in the media and other pop culture outlets. I think that regardless of your political leaning, if you are really interested in the subject, you owe it to yourself to get at least this expert's take on what happened with our country and how to fix it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Darwin Economy: Liberty, Competition, and the Common Good; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert H. Frank Page; Review: Wow, this has to be one of the most interesting, well argued books I have read in a while. As you might have guessed from the brief description posted by Amazon above, in this book, Robert Frank, puts forth a set of arguments against libertarianism and the laissez faire approach to economics. This is an undoubtedly popular field for debate and there have been countless other books written on the topic. Most of these, however, attack libertarianism from a moral position. The problem with that approach of course is that it becomes very difficult to prove why one set of moral beliefs is superior to another and the end result becomes something of a stand-off between deontological vs. consequentialist viewpoints. What really sets this book apart is that it gives libertarianism a huge benefit of the doubt in that all people are perfectly rational agents intent on maximizing their own gain. Frank then goes on to show that even with this key assumption at hand, the interest of the individual can often diverge from that of the group, resulting in adverse outcomes for all involved. He points out that this is because in most situations, it is the relative advantage and not an absolute one that matters. To illustrate this point Frank, uses a great example from the natural world: In the wild, male deer compete with one another over resources and access to females. So in order to persevere in a physical fight, it is obviously beneficial for each stag to have a competitive advantage in the size of the antlers over his opponent. After years of evolution, all that ends up happening is that the absolute size of antlers has grown dramatically, but the relative advantage between each individual remains the same. Now, the whole population of stags have to contend with oversized antlers that impede their movement in the forest and greatly increase their susceptibility to predation. If all the antlers in the population were reduced by 50%, the whole population would benefit, yet the hierarchy will remain the same, since it is the relative advantage that's important. It is really not hard to see how this example can apply to many issues in the human world, not the least of which are arms races. I really don't want to give away too much of the book, or do an injustice to many of Frank's other brilliantly formulated arguments, so here is a short list of issues that are addressed using a similar methodology: How to resolve social harm that results from positional externalities Whether there should be a price that comes with higher rank in a society Right to own the results of labor and the question of income redistribution Emergence of winner-take-all markets Extensive discussion on different forms of taxation Despite the complex arguments in the book, it's perfectly accessible to all laymen readers. Frank makes a very solid effort to ensure that all his positions are very well explained and the points of debate are easy to follow. I definitely think this is a must read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength; Author: Visit Amazon's Roy F. Baumeister Page; Review: I have been contemplating on the subject of willpower for a while and was very excited to get this book when it came out. While there is a good amount of interesting material here on the science of self-control, overall, I would say this title didn't quite live up to my expectations. As one of the reviewers pointed out, there is a multitude of different pop sci books out there. Some are written by the researchers themselves and others by journalists who digest and interpret the information second-hand. In my experience, there is a clear distinction in style between someone who is a primary subject matter expert and someone who is just synthesizing secondary information. The researcher-authors tend to focus more on the actual experiments, strike a decent balance between pop and hard science, do a much better job explaining the meaning of the findings, and are usually pretty cautious about overly extrapolating the results. Journalist-authors tend to err much more on the side of watering down the science (perhaps because they have an incomplete understanding themselves) and generally strike a "let me explain this to an idiot" type of tone. Unfortunately, despite the fact that this book is co-authored with the primary researcher, it really falls into the "journalist-author" bucket. I get a distinct impression that John Tierny was responsible for most of the writing, where Roy Baumeister is cited as an author only because the book is mostly based on his research. I think Tierny tries way too hard to oversimplify the science and calls on very extensive celebrity examples to illustrate some of the findings. I don't have a problem with "case studies", but I really don't need to read through pages upon pages about Drew Carey's disorganized personal life and how some fellow who claims to be a personal organizer guru helped Carey get his life back on track. Additionally, I didn't need extensive biography of Eric Clapton to explain self-control in case of alcoholism and the lengthy example of Oprah to illustrate the limitations of willpower when it comes to weight loss. I and probably 99% of the educated public understand the applications and implications of the research findings without having it explained in great detail through the lives of celebrities. At best, this tactic is a space filler and at worst, an insult to the reader's intelligence. Despite these major flaws, the book does contain a lot of interesting research. Probably the most important finding is that willpower behaves similarly to a muscle, in that it can be exhausted with overuse and trained with various exercises. The authors establish a clear case for a link between high self-control and improved life outcomes and discuss in detail the research behind the success of various techniques to boost willpower as well as the types of adverse events that can result from willpower depletion. Overall, I would still recommend this book to those who are interested in the subject of self-control and its implications. As I mentioned, there is a lot of good research described, I just wish the; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Politics, Murder, and Love in Stalin's Kremlin: The Story of Nikolai Bukharin and Anna Larina (Hoover Institution Press Publication); Author: Visit Amazon's Paul R. Gregory Page; Review: I came across this book through an EconTalk podcast on which Paul Gregory was interviewed. I am a huge fan of Soviet history, but I haven't read too many books that focus on the impact of Stalin's dreadful policies on the lives of specific individuals. This book does just that by personifying for the reader the horrors of Stalinism through the life of one of the most prominent Bolsheviks - Nikolai Bukharin. The book starts out with a brief overview of the power struggle that ensued between the members of the Politburo after Lenin's death. It shows how and why Stalin was able to come out on top and seize power. The bulk of the book is obviously about Nikolai Bukharin, his associations with Stalin and other top ranking Bolsheviks, the accusations against him and his so called "trial" as well as his personal life and romance with Anna Larina. I don't want to go into reciting the content of the book since that's what those Amazon blurbs are for, I just want to provide a few qualitative comments. As far as history books go, I would say this is one of the most engaging and accessible ones that I have read. Partially, this is because it is focused on a personal life story of a specific individual but primarily it's due to Gregory's writing style. This is by no means just a biography and Gregory manages to strike a perfect balance between reporting historical facts, while at the same time providing a very accessible and easy to read material for the non-technical audience. I am actually in the process of reading his other book, Political Economy of Stalinism, and while the political economy volume is geared towards more technical readers, his prose is just as clear and engaging. For me, the most powerful part of this book was the description of meetings of Politburo and Central Committee members during which Bukharin had to answer to the trumped up charges against him. Gregory provides detailed transcripts of Stalin and company's attacks and Bukharin's last ditch, spirited (but failing) attempt to defend himself in this kangaroo court. The verbatim transcripts along with Gregory's comments really capture Bukharin's futile struggle against a sociopathic system, which he had a big part in creating. The reader can really feel the confusion, desperation and isolation of a man whose whole world had turned against him and who starts to understand that his days are numbered. This section of the book also does an excellent job encapsulating the atmosphere of fear and terror within the highest echelons of Soviet power that Kirov's murder and the subsequent trials kicked off. I know it's a bit of a cliche analogy, but Orwell's 1984 comes to mind very vividly on numerous occasions throughout these scenes. My few trivial quibbles with the book are: 1) Slightly tacky title - "Politics, Murder, and Love in Stalin's Kremlin" makes it sound like something borrowed from a mystery novel. I know that the editors often want a catchy title, but I don't think it does; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Explore Everything: Place-Hacking the City; Author: Bradley Garrett; Review: I found out about this book when The Atlantic published a set of pictures from Bradley Garrett's blog. Although I am not an urban explorer myself, I have always been very curious about this concept and the pictures looked fascinating enough for me to follow through and purchase Garrett's book. At a high level, the book describes the author's experience as an ethnographer doing research on the urban exploration (UE) community as well as being its very active participant. The narrative is a combination of Garrett's various adventures and deep reflections on the general philosophy of UE. From his adventures I found these the most interesting: 1. Descriptions of social dynamics and politics of various UE groups that compete and cooperate with each other 2. Exploration of the abandoned and disused London Tube stations 3. Adventure in discovery and investigation of the London Mail Rail system 4. Garrett's time spent with UE group in Minnesota, helping chart various underground tunnels underneath the Twin Cities While Garrett's various UE adventures are certainly interesting in it of themselves, I think the key strength of the book lays in his healthy dose of reflection, introspection, and philosophizing that is intertwined into every exploit. Here, he deeply delves into numerous issues: 1. UE ethics - what does it mean to leave no trace behind? how forceful to be when entering a place? how to approach abandoned and derelict places when they are used by the indigent and the homeless for shelter 2. The ethos of UE - the difference between a controlled "museum like" interaction with history and present environment vs. a non-scripted, open ended, and non-linear approach of UE. The freedom to be able to take personal risks without being smothered by an overly safety conscious society. Being able to truly connect and build a relationship with one's city of residence through the exploration of all the spaces and environments that it has to offer. 3. The problems of publicizing one's UE exploits - on the one hand wanting to share the fascinating pictures of the unknown and the forgotten places with the world, on the other hand drawing the attention of the authorities to the whole UE community and making it more difficult for other explorers to access these sites 4. Describing the culture of UE to the lay audience without homogenizing a very diverse set of individuals, and becoming an unwanted spokesperson for the entire community Since I am not an urban explorer, my sense prior to reading this book was that UE was akin to self directed, amateur archeology. Something that is driven by trying to reconstruct the past lives and interacting with the histories of the abandoned and derelict places in an unconstrained fashion. While that may be partially true for some urban explorers, this book really expanded this view for me. It showed, that for a lot of the people in the UE community, it's really about, as the title implies, the challenge of conquering the environment and solving puzzles in an urban setting. This could be figuring out how; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Life: Adventures of an Evolutionary Biologist; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Trivers Page; Review: When I was an undergraduate student, I had a class taught by Robert Trivers. I don't recall the exact name of this course, it was something along the lines of evolutionary biology 101, however I do recall being very fascinated by the subject. The class really opened up my mind to this field and led me to read many other influential thinkers such as Dawkins, Pinker, Wilson, etc. I was quite pleasantly surprised to have accidentally come across Trivers autobiographical book The Wildlife. I bought it on the spot and started reading it almost immediately. About a third into the book, I realized that this is not quite what I expected. What I thought I would be getting was a thorough reflection and exposition on his lifes work, development of his theories, some new ideas, or maybe interesting speculation about the massive influence he had on the field. To be clear, I wasn't looking for an academic text, but rather something with a more pop sci flavor, directly from the source. What I got instead was largely a collection of amusing anecdotes about his life in Jamaica and various adventures and mishaps. At most, only 15% of the book was devoted to his lifes work and even less to the reflection of his ideas and contributions to the field. The anecdotes and stories he tells are pretty interesting, albeit quite repetitive in their setting. And the book is generally well written and entertaining, however the content is not at all what I expected. I was also very disappointed that he hasn't mentioned a single word about his tenure at Rutgers, where he has spent the last 20 years or so. If you are looking for a collection of entertaining and witty anecdotes and adventures, then perhaps this would be a good book for you. Although the adventure genre is already saturated with much more interesting titles. However, if you, like me, were looking for a thoughtful book about the Trivers ideas, you are likely to be rather disappointed.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Great Ordeal: The Aspect-Emperor: Book Three (The Aspect-Emperor Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's R. Scott Bakker Page; Review: I have been a huge fan of The Second Apocalypse series right from the first book The Darkness That Comes Before. There is really nothing in any modern fantasy/sci-fi genre that even comes close to Baker's philosophical and artistic style. I have devoured the three Prince of Nothing and the two Aspect-Emperor books in 3 months in 2013 and the wait of the Great Ordeal has been quite long to say the least. At one point, I was worried that the last two books would never see the light of day because of all of Scotts publisher issues. Of course the second I heard that the Great Ordeal finally had a publication date, I pre-ordered both the Kindle and Audible versions. Now that I had a chance to listen to/read The Great Ordeal, the question is was the wait worth it? I say absolutely! Baker picks up right where he left off. Everything that made me like this series so much is still here in copious amounts. You will find plenty of philosophical musings about the make-up of morality, about the nature of a god/supreme being, about the foibles of human nature, about the essence of faith, about cause and effect, and many, many other themes. Bakers style is still very much true to form. He strikes a perfect balance between being artistic and almost mystical, without losing the reader or making the prose unnecessarily hard to understand. I find this to be his greatest strength as a writer, the only other person to accomplish this successfully is Dostoyevsky. As a matter of fact, both Bakers and Dostoyevskys styles are rather similar in a lot of ways. Perhaps its no wonder they are two of my favorite fictions writers. And yes, I did just compare a world famous 19th century Russian novelist with a contemporary Canadian sci-fi writer, such is the interesting world of literature. Since I promised no spoilers, I will not comment very much on the story. I just want to assure readers that every major plot line and character gets plenty of air time. The main plot as a whole also moves along quite nicely. While I can definitely see how Baker is setting up the pieces for the conclusion, I totally cannot even begin to guess how all this will come together at the end. In this installment, we also get a much better exposition of the Dnyain as well as the Nonmen. These sections were probably my favorite ones. A lot of these scenes are largely dialogue driven, but they are so interesting and well done that I was completely engrossed and almost transfixed while reading them. My only quibble is that there are parts of this book that can be probably be slimmed down a bit. There were places where I felt like things dragged a little bit, particularly on Esmenets chapters. Overall, not a big deal, its probably no more than 5% of the book that I would cut. In conclusion, this an absolutely great book and completely true to the essence of the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: After On: A Novel of Silicon Valley; Author: Visit Amazon's Rob Reid Page; Review: Pros Well done genre combining/bending i.e hard sci-fi, mystery, thriller, experimental fiction, social commentary, and parody. While a lot of the concepts and ideas in the book are disparate, from Fermis Paradox to Pascals Wager to subconscious information processing, Reid manages to not only tie them together into a cohesive story flow, but to let this all build on itself into a pretty satisfying conclusion. Neutral Most concepts here have been digested and re-digested on blogs, pop sci books, and even in some mainstream publications, so if you are well versed in the existential risk/philosophy of mind/super AI canon, you will hear a lot of familiar stuff. This is not to say that Reid doesnt add his own substantial intellectual flavor, but some patience will be required. Great place to get started for the uninitiated though. Cons The characters. I get that this is an ideas book, and also trying to be a parody of the Silicon Valley stereotypes, but more work could have gone into developing the protagonists. If I am going to spend 500+ pages with the characters, it would be nice to not find them a kind of flat and contrived. There is also a bit of an overserving of the teenage sexual fantasy variety, again largely as a parody but gets old very quick. Overall, definitely a worthwhile read for the intellectual exploration, however could have done much better with the protagonists and also perhaps been 20% shorter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything - by Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven D. Levitt Page; Review: Levitt's ideas are interesting and original, but the presentation is thin, with little attempt to explain methodology or to generalize beyond the individual anecdotes. For a much snappier presentation of the same material, look up the original article in the New York Times Magazine, Sunday, August 3, 2003, and the follow-up Sunday, June 6, 2004. You can probably find these at your local library, or you may have free access to the Times online archives through your library's web site.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Make Me Think: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability, 2nd Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Steve Krug Page; Review: Even if you have conducted usability testing and think you know what constitutes a usable web site, read this book! Krug has distilled years of experience into a few principles that are easy to grasp but not always so easy to implement. His insights are sometimes counterintuitive and often not what a designer would want to hear. (I know because I am a web designer!) For example, his characterization of how people really approach web pages is quite an eye-opener. The designer may think that the user will take an orderly approach and read each section of the page, but here's how Krug describes the reality: "Look around feverishly for anything that a) is interesting, or vaguely resembles what you're looking for, and b) is clickable. As soon as you find a halfway-decent match, click. If it doesn't pan out, click the Back button and try again." If designers can swallow their pride and discard their preconceptions, they can learn here what it takes to make the web a more pleasant and usable experience for everyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courting Trouble; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Scottoline Page; Review: Okay, so it's sophomoric, predictable, silly, unbelievable, and most of the other things that the negative reviewers have accused it of. On the other hand, it's also witty, fast-paced, and it features some likable women characters. Would teenage girls like it? You bet. But I'm a middle-aged man and I found it reasonably enjoyable once I had adjusted my expectations. It helps if you like cats.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Magic Street; Author: Visit Amazon's Orson Scott Card Page; Review: At least Magic Street held my attention, but that's largely because I was only looking for vacation entertainment. This is not Card's best. I greatly admire his earlier work, particularly the "Ender" books. Magic Street does not begin to approach them. The plot, though fantastical, has a very conventional shape to it, with a predictable battle between good and evil forces at the end. But the biggest disappointment is in the characters. I found them neither well formed or believable. Most were simply too good to be true. Perhaps that's the trouble with explicitly setting out to write a novel featuring heroic black men (as Card says he did). Maybe you try too hard to make that point and end up with no nuances. I would have preferred some complexity. On the other hand, it's a fairytale, so maybe complexity is too much to ask.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: After Awareness: The End of the Path; Author: Visit Amazon's Greg Goode Page; Review: Most books about spiritual paths are either instruction manuals, poetic descriptions of a worldview, or exposs. Greg Goode's first two books about the direct path fall primarily into the first category, instruction manuals. They give a detailed orientation to the path and sets of exercises for students to follow. Greg's latest book, "After Awareness: The End of the Path," is written from a different and unique perspective. It provides an insider's account of how the path views itself along with a critical examination of how an outsider might analyze those views. This unfettered approach makes for fascinating reading. One of the most important topics covered, in my view, is ethics. Chapter 2, "The Path and the Heart," presents a passionate defense of heart-centered ethics as an essential component of non-dual teachings. Greg cogently refutes some commonly heard critiques that imply ethics are irrelevant or unnecessary in non-duality, for instance the assertion that self-realized individuals spontaneously and inevitably serve the greater good. He demonstrates why this doesn't and can't always work with a beautiful and touching story from his life. Students of the direct path will particularly appreciate the chapter on "Alternatives to Inquiry," which examines practices that are often omitted from books (but taught on retreats), such as the Yoga of Awareness and Guided Meditations. And I expect that everyone interested in non-duality will enjoy "The Language of Joyful Irony." In that chapter Greg thoroughly scrutinizes literal and figurative uses of language from the perspective that ultimately all language is nonreferential. This realization frees us from sticking dogmatically to our own preferred ways of describing experience. The tone throughout is engaging and intimate. There's a sense of participating in an informal conversation on subjects often shrouded in mystery, a delightful feeling of peeking behind the curtain. Very highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Grace Interrupted (A Manor House Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Hyzy Page; Review: Julie Hyzy is a good writer. Her books are easy to escape into on a summer's afternoon. I like the continuing character in different situations. Mysteries are my favorite so I love all of her books. I love her intriguing settings of the mansion and th White House in her chef books. I have read all of her books now and can't wait for the new ones to be available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Ringer (Ron Shade and Alex St. James Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Michael A. Black Page; Review: Really good book. Sure hope the two authors pick up the story for another book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All the President's Menus (A White House Chef Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Hyzy Page; Review: Love her books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Girl Panties: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephanie Evanovich Page; Review: Very good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Scam: A Fox and O'Hare Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Janet Evanovich Page; Review: Great book; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul; City: La Fortuna de San Carlos Arenal Volcano National Park Province; Review: We stayed there 3 nights in August 2015 and it was a perfect value hotel. You cant beat the price, the breakfasts were a highlight of our trip and it was only a $3 US taxi ride into town which you could easily walk if you didn't mind getting rained on. This family run gem was everything we wanted to get a local feel of Costa Rica. They arranged our tours (and got us better pricing than internet) plus they even gave a discount for things you paid for in cash. Get the typical Costa Rican breakfast on the family patio which included juice, coffee, fruit, eggs, plantains, gallo pintos (rice and beans) and toast. We had plantains and gallo pintos everywhere and these were the best of the trip. There are only 7 bungalows on this property and each has a nice patios and hammock for lounging after your excursions. You are going to Costa Rica because it is such an affordable vacation, so give this place a try. Please be warned that it is not a luxurious 5 star hotel (you cant flush toilet paper) but the helpful friendly services make it shine. With the savings on your hotel, you don't mind springing for Tabacon hotsprings and the Desafico mambo combo adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel; City: Fort Worth Texas; Review: I stay here on business trips every other month. The beds are very comfortable and for me the pillows are the best of all the major hotel brands... I even contemplated taking one home for myself. The concierge floor offers great breakfast, dinner and an honor bar. The gym is better than most hotel gyms. Biggest drawback is that the self park is always a hassle since its a bit of a walk and the scanners never seem to work correctly with your room key.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Great Wolf Lodge; City: Williamsburg Virginia; Review: My 6 year old and my 9 year old absolutely loved this place. Their favorite part was that they had their own camp room. They stayed inside it and watches their own tv while we watched the sunset on our balcony. They loved the water slides the boogie boarding the tubes rides the mini golf and most of all the ropes course. My wife described as an overgrown chucky cheese. If you willing to have the kids have some cheesy fun this is probably up your alley. We went out to dinner an walked around Williamsburg to keep our sanity.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Omni Richmond Hotel; City: Richmond Virginia; Review: I spend here a week a year here and usually bring my family to Richmond with me. This hotel always exceeds my expectations! The beds and pillows are really comfortable, the service is great and the people are friendly. As a hidden tip if you want to use the gym, they give you access to the full service YMCA next door. I can't say enough about this place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: St Ermin s Hotel Autograph Collection; City: London England; Review: First time staying at an autograph collection hotel and I loved the St. Ermin's. This hotel had the wow factor upon checkin and really impressed me even after the red eye flight. They had a room waiting for me at 10am and the friendly service kept a smile on my face. The room was clean, the Internet service was good and the bathroom even had a rain showerhead. I like that they even gave me two free bottles of water every day. The location was prime for doing tourist things and was close enough that I was able to run around St James park and Buckingham palace in the mornings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Edwardian London Bloomsbury Street; City: London England; Review: I travel to London a few times a year on business and stayed here for my trip in May. I took the red eye in and requested an early checkin but when I arrived they didn't have anything ready for me. I was slightly disappointed but understood so I requested access to the business center to get some work done. They told me that they didn't have one and that I could wait on the couch over in the corner. Their website clearly advertises they have one so either the employee was lazy, lying or stupid. I forgot my power converter and the front desk told me to check with the concierge and the concierge told me to check with the front desk. Eventually the third call directed me to a store across the street to buy one. I'm showing you these examples to point out that while the hotel is acceptable, it doesn't deserve a higher rating because the customer service was lacking. With lots of choices in the city I will not be coming back here.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rainbow Springs State Park; City: Dunnellon Florida; Review: For a great day you can do both rainbow springs 2 hour tubing and rainbow springs state park. First go to the tubing entrance since it costs $5 to park and then you can bring your receipt to go to the state park for free. The tubing itself costs $15 per person which they give you a tube and drop you off and pick you up. The two hours on the river are very relaxing and the hot sun evens out the cold water. Then when you are done you can drive a few miles to the state park and go have a great picnic lunch and swim in the natural spring. Bring the family and friends to enjoy this wonderful natural adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Duesseldorf Hotel; City: Dusseldorf North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Positives: Clean hotel room. Workers were hospitable and spoke English. Negatives: Didn't have a gym and breakfast was €25 and not even cooked to order. Overall the experience was acceptable so I would stay here again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Omni San Francisco Hotel; City: San Francisco California; Review: After a long day of traveling we were greeted with warm smiles and a friendly attitude by the clerks at the front desk. When we walked into our room there were fresh snacks and cookies waiting for us which really put a smile on my boys' faces. I do a lot of traveling and can definitely say that Omni loyalty program is 10x better than the Marriott for details like this. We were rewarded with an upgrade to the gold rush suite which blew my family away. Besides having great rooms, the beds were comfortable and the shower was powerful. All the employees were special and the room service came quickly which was a blessing when hungry. There are a lot of choices in SF but I think you should check this one out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando; City: Orlando Florida; Review: I highly recommend this brand new "jewel" of a hotel on Universal studios property. We stayed here in May and quickly realized with a few tips you could really maximize you fun at this hotel. First thing to note that this hotel and the rooms still sparkle since it is basically brand new. Our pool view room was shiny and spotless. The kids thought it was really cool that it had a sliding "barn" door for a bathroom and it felt very trendy. Our room had a fridge in it so we were very pleased that we brought water bottles because it was a great refreshing drink after a long day in the park. You could spend at least 1-2 days hanging at the pool and having a great time. On Saturday they had a DJ and steel drum player going for most of the afternoon. He played the required group dance songs and got the guests and employees going. The rum bar in the lobby had a great drink menu and the restaurant had a really good dinner menu and breakfast menu. I know that they advertise this as as a Caribbean plantation and while I really liked the place, I didn't quit feel the vibe. All the employees were immaculately dressed and well behaved and really stayed in character. The price was right and I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is traveling to orlando or wants to have a staycation.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Atlanta Marriott Marquis; City: Atlanta Georgia; Review: The soaring 50 floor atrium will immediately catch your eye. This Atlanta classic will capture your attention as soon as you walk in. The glass elevators will blow you you away and maybe even give you vertigo. Do you have the courage to peek down from the 50th floor all the way to the bottom? The pool was both indoor and out door and the gym is one of our favorites in an Atlanta with that it has ample cardio and weights. The rooms we clean and modern. The biggest disappointment was that the room service was a few steps above terrible in both selection and quality. Convenient location in the heart of downtown may certainly lead you to staying here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fleet; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Fleet Street hotel - modern chic hotel in a great location. We were very happy we stayed here. We skipped breakfast because it felt like a ripoff for 15€ per person and opted for a local cafe instead. Like the free coffee and tea station. Would have liked to get into our room a little earlier since we had a red eye but with a small hotel it just wasn't possible. I'm sure they tried but we were bummed we couldn't get into the room until 4ish.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dingle Quayside; City: Dingle Dingle Peninsula County Kerry; Review: Quayside b&b - quaint comfortable classic b&b. Great location wonderful breakfast and a friendly helpful staff. Like many historic buildings some rooms are large #1 and some were small -#4 but even the small room had enough charm to not be inconvenient since were were only there for a night. Spend some time with Maurice at checkin and he will entertain you for as long as you will let him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Earls Court House; City: Killarney County Kerry; Review: Earls court hotel- clean comfortable attempt at a traditional Victorian hotel. Pricing was good and clearly tried to cater to the more discerning customer with the fake rose petals on the bed and the jacuzzi in the room. Served a very nice breakfast and was within walking distance of city center with all the bars and restaurants.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TownePlace Suites Mt Laurel; City: Mount Laurel New Jersey; Review: Stayed here during business trip. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Service was good and the free breakfast was in line with the other Marriott I have traveled to. Parking was easy and was nicer than I was expecting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park House Hotel; City: Galway County Galway Western Ireland; Review: The Park house hotel is traditional classic hotel that appealed to a 50+ crowd. Excellent service and packed bar every night. Our room included breakfast in the restaurant and we enjoyed it both mornings of our stay. They actually had kippers on the menu so we gave it a try but realized it wasn’t for us. The concierge was helpful in selecting an excellent tour guide.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Ocala Conference Center; City: Ocala Florida; Review: I think this is a 3 Star hotel but we liked it enough to give it 4. We stayed here with our 8 year old baseball team and we were pleasantly surprised. This is much nicer than I remember for holiday inns. The kids loved the open terrarium and it kept them occupied to roam the halls. The employees were pleasant and it was nice enough we would have staid again if we we needed to. They advertised the beds at temperpedic but I wasn’t that impressed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tailwater Lodge Altmar Tapestry Collection by Hilton; City: Altmar Finger Lakes New York; Review: Stayed here for an off-season business retreat and it was perfect for our needs. We really liked the facilities and the new wing was still nice and sparkling. Employees were superior and the accommodations were wonderful. So many hotels have worn out uncomfortable beds and these were a literal dream. Thanks for the great stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: List of Seven; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Frost Page; Review: It was slow at first but then it started to get way better; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alliance: The Paladin Prophecy Book 2; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Frost Page; Review: Very good book. Wish the library had the last book for this series; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vision in Silver (A Novel of the Others); Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Bishop Page; Review: I love this book and other books in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hammered, Nailed and Screwed; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathleen Hering Page; Review: I really kove this series and enjoy reading more; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Studs, Tools and Fools (Designer Mysteries) (Volume 3); Author: Kathleen Hering; Review: I really enjoy reading this series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: F. Paul Wilson's Virgin; Author: Visit Amazon's F. Paul Wilson Page; Review: I always enjoy reading his books they make you think and always love his characters; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: ; Review: I read other reviews and read that this was a costume that would fit more on the 9 mom side. My daughter was going to be 4 1/2 months at Halloween, and I decided to get it anyway. It was a bit long but still fit good when we got it. A few weeks later on Halloween, she was almost too long for it. But she is a large baby (99% tile for height). It still looked amazing, just the antennas didn't stay up, which is why I am only rating it 4 instead of 5 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rampage Women's Wellington; Brand: ; Review: I wear size 8 tennis shoes, so after reading the reviews, I decided to get a size 7 1/2 boot. When they came, they were way too large. Every time I took a step, my foot came up. So I returned them and got a size 6 1/2 and they fit perfect! The return process was a bit confusing as they would only allow me to return the,, not exchange them. However, I contacted amazon, and they gave me the return credit immediately (even before returning the boots) and even gave me the credit for the coupon I used so I could order the boots again. The boots themself are great! Other than running large, I haven't had a problem with them. I wore them for a few hours and they didn't even make my feet sore. The material is nice and the inside of the boot is very comfortable. I think the quality for price is amazing! Keep in mind these are cheaper boots, so you can't expect top of the line quality, but I think these boots are definitely worth more than what they are charging! The color is great as well and goes with just about anything!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TowelSelections Waffle Weave Bathrobe Kimono Collar Spa Robe Made in Turkey; Brand: ; Review: I bought this robe for my boyfriend because he was always saying he wanted a robe. He really likes it. He said it felt great on his skin and was very comfortable. I ordered him a large/extra large because I felt the small/medium would be too small and it is a little large. It would be nice if these came in 4 sizes (small-extra large) instead of just 2 sizes. Overall though, it is a great product at a great product. You probably won't find a better robe for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disney Girls' Princess Short Sleeve T-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: My daughter absolutely loves this shirt. The color looks just like on the shirt. It fits as expected, not too small or large. I got her a size 4, and it was just a little big. She usually wears between a 3 and 4, so it fit like her other clothes. The material is nice too. If your daughter loves Frozen, this is a great shirt to get.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nautica Big Boys' Fleece Jacket; Brand: ; Review: I bought this for myself as I love warm jackets and it was a great deal. I bought it in an X-Large according to the size chart, but it is a little big. I still really like it though and it is very comfortable. It seems to be made with high quality items.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: Rubie's; Review: I read the other reviews first and decided to order this for my 2 year old who is in a 3T-4T and it fit her great. The quality isn't the best, but I only paid $5 for it, so I didn't expect anything great. The slippers were a bit small on her, and she doesn't even have that large of feet. I don't feel the size of them goes with the size of the gown. My biggest complaint is that the gown came broken. But overall, for $5, I feel this is a great dress-up set, and most importantly, my daughter loves it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickies 874 Original 874 Work Pant; Brand: ; Review: I bought these for my boyfriend for his new job, and they were too small. He couldn't even button them. The quality seems nice and they seem like they will last a while, he just couldn't wear them because they were too small. We had to return them and get different pants. Definitely go up a size or two if you get these.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Otium Gear Bluetooth Smart Watch WristWatch Phone Mate; Brand: Otium; Review: I will start with this, if you can't get the connectivity to work. Download Rwatch. I received this watch today, and it first it seemed great. I followed the directions and downloaded the app that came up and connected it to my Samsung galaxy s4 via Bluetooth. I was immediately able to make calls and view my contacts. The issue came in when I tried to text. It wouldn't let me view messages in my Bluetooth folder, it would say unfinished or that the app wasn't downloaded, I tried for over an hour to figure it out and couldn't. I tried uninstalling and reinstalling the app, turning the watch off and back on, disconnecting and reconnecting Bluetooth, but nothing worked. Even my phone calls stopped working. Finally I was ready to give up when I decided to read questions and answers on this page. I saw someone was having issues connecting the watch and their samsung and someone else suggested downloading Rwatch. So I decided to try that and disconnected the Bluetooth and reconnected using that app. Immediately, the watch was working and I could send texts, receive texts, send and receive calls, as well as listen to music. Now that I got that out of the way on the complexity of connecting it, let's move on to the actual watch. My phone does not have a SIM card, so I can't insert it into the watch, only use it via Bluetooth. The Bluetooth kicks off if I am more than 10 feet from my phone. It's not a big deal if my phone is in my pocket, but sometimes I have it in my bag, so a little further than 10 feet would be nice. It is hard to text on the watch, but that is expected with such a small screen. When I make phone calls, the quality isn't the best and it breaks up some. Again, I can only use this via Bluetooth, so I can't say how it works with a SIM card in it, but my guess would be that it would sound a lot clearer. Overall, I would say this is a decent smart watch with horrible directions. I received this watch at a discounted price for my honest review. All opinions are my own.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disney Little Girls'Anna and Elsa Snowflake Bathrobe; Brand: ; Review: I ordered this for my daughters 5th birthday and she loves it. She had outgrown her old robe and been asking for another. I got it in a 4t and she wears 4t/5t clothes and it fits great. It is really soft and there is a belt on both the inside and outside to help it stay on. I think it looks exactly like the picture and my daughter could easily tell it was Anna and Elsa. I am going to be ordering another for her sister.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Class of 2015 Yoga Pants- Small; Brand: Jostens; Review: These are extremely comfortable Yoga pants and fit great! They are great for 2015 graduates or can be good for anyone else by simply rolling the waist down, or leaving it if you don't mind the 2015. They are really cute also!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Duduma Premium Full Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses w/Flash Mirror Lens Uv400 (Silver frame/Purple mirror lens); Brand: Duduma; Review: These are large framed aviator sunglasses. I got them in purple to match a dress for a wedding next month. I think these sunglasses may be a bit large for my face, but they look nice. They work eat at keeping the sun out of my eyes. The lens are a nice shade of purple and they really are mirrored, as you can tell in my pics. The only downside is that the nose pieces and arms are not the most comfortable and can begin to hurt after a while. This is pretty common in aviator sunglasses, though. Overall, these are nice sunglasses. I recieved this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Womens Bodycon Scoop Neck 3/4 Sleeve Spandex Blend Club Wear Party Mini Dress; Brand: ; Review: This dress looked extremely cute before I put it on. It says one size, and it looks tiny, but stretches to fit. The problem is that it shows every line and roll. I am a size 4, but had a baby this year and unfortunately, I still have the baby gut. This dress shows it! I think the issue may be that I got the pink, which is a bright color, so it shows more. The black would have probably looked better. I do love that it is not see through. I am trying to lose the added baby weight and hopefully it looks better then! I will update then! I recieved this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: poshei P04 Polarized Sports Sunglasses with 5 Set Interchangeable Lenses for Biking Fishing Running Driving Golf Baseball; Brand: poshei; Review: I was shocked with everything these sunglasses come with. Not only do you gets the sunglasses, you also get a drawstring bag, case, cleaning cloth, glasses cord, and 4 extra lenses. I love how one pair of lenses is even polarized. One thing that really impressed me about these glasses was that the nose piece can move and be adjusted to fit your nose. The case that came with these is huge and nice! The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that I had some trouble getting the lense into the glasses. I can easily take them out just struggle a bit to put them in. I received this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Non-skid Baby Cotton Crew Socks for Unisex Toddler Boys Girls,10 Pairs,Polka Dot Series; Brand: Dimore; Review: Seeing as these say baby socks, I bought them for my 6 month old. It does say ages 0 to 3, but they were just too big for her. They did, however, fit both my 3 and 5 year old. My girls are in size 9 and 10 shoes. I would recommend these for ages 2-4 instead of 0-3. They are really cute and well made. I like the non-skid on bottom because our kitchen gets really slick and my kids are always falling on it. These help them from falling so much. These socks are pretty thick, so they will be perfect in winter. They are also really comfortable on my girls feet and will work perfectly in their snow boots, as they come up higher than most of their other socks. You get 12 in the pack, all with different colors and designs. I received this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dimore Non-skid Baby Boys Girls Socks-Toddler Cotton Socks Gift Set – 12 Pack Bright Color–Kid Socks - Newborn Footie(2; Brand: Dimore; Review: Seeing as these say baby socks, I bought them for my 6 month old. It does say ages 0 to 3, but they were just too big for her. They did, however, fit both my 3 and 5 year old. My girls are in size 9 and 10 shoes. I would recommend these for ages 2-4 instead of 0-3. They are really cute and well made. I like the non-skid on bottom because our kitchen gets really slick and my kids are always falling on it. These help them from falling so much. These socks are pretty thick, so they will be perfect in winter. They are also really comfortable on my girls feet and will work perfectly in their snow boots, as they come up higher than most of their other socks. You get 12 in the pack, all with different colors and designs. I received this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Anglers Rest Hotel; City: Headford County Galway Western Ireland; Review: Visited here in mid Nov. and we thoroughly enjoyed good pub food, a character bar full of locals and a cheery warm open fire in the pub. This hotel in the middle of Headford is a traditional Irish country one, not the smooth and polish of upmarket establishments but an honest down to earth hotel with friendly staff and a warm welcome.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gordon Gateway; City: Strahan Tasmania; Review: A reasonable price and an acceptable though dated room ( the rooms looks and feel very 70s. and are in need of an upgrade). A garden that was dying through lack of tlc and a washing machine in the laundry that was impossible to fathom out, we were disappointed with the general air of almost neglect but had not come to hotel inspect but to see Strahan and area so spent little time in. The view over Strahan is worth choosing the accommodation for alone but views alone do not compensate for a mediocre set of rooms and I do hope its better next year.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stanley Hotel; City: Stanley Tasmania; Review: This is the local spot for pub grub, no pretensions just good beer on demand and plenty of chips and steaks served in a large full restaurant to a noisy crowd that included the interstate firefighters having a well deserved night off. Happy with our choice for the night in a good local pub.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stanley Seaview Inn; City: Stanley Tasmania; Review: We booked a deluxe room , glad we did as the standard rooms in a motel row at the back looked old and dingy. Our room was adequate, a bit tired motel type, the private balcony had a lovely outlook over Stanley and The Nut but was within hand shake distance of next doors balcony. Overall a reasonable price for what we got.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Dubai Creek; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Hilton are amazing, we travelled from a bland Hilton to this modern sleek and stylish Hilton to stay 2 nights on a stopover. From entering the contemporary marbled foyer to departure we felt relaxed and pleased with our Dubai hotel choice. Our room overlooked the Creek and local mosque, lovely to sit and listen to the call to prayer and watch the sights of Dubai Creek down below . The pool top bar is a must for sundowner drinks after the heat of the day. Overall yes we would return next Dubai transit.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Singapore; City: Singapore; Review: We decided to go mid range price on a short 2 night stopover, hotel was pleasant enough but bland and a bit dated with really nothing to write home about. Our room on a top floor was above the concrete jungle down below but still looking directly at other modern office buildings. The location is first rate for shopping and Orchard road but that apart there was no sense of yes we must return next time in Singapore.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Dublin Airport Hotel; City: Swords County Dublin; Review: This hotel delivers all you would expect at a reasonable price, the room is spotless, the bed one of the comfiest around for an airport hotel and free parking, combine this with an efficient and friendly staff and why would you want to go anywhere else when passing through Dublin airport .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Suites Emmanuel; City: Lakes Entrance Gippsland Victoria; Review: I have to say it was OK, quite clean and the beds were very comfy but set in rooms which were very old fashioned and in need of a good updating. The horrible spiral staircase up to our flat led into a time warp, iron burns on the carpet and a shower with broken side glass panel , not a good look. Noise from the downstairs rabble was a problem and their smell of cooking was not nice. The small pool near us was a bonus and with all town facilities close at hand location is good but overall we felt it was an overpriced old fashioned motel .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meikleour Arms Hotel Restaurant; City: Meikleour Perth and Kinross Scotland; Review: An old property which is being tastefully modernised ,first impressions were of a pleasant modern restaurant where we could enjoy good food. Unfortunately first impressions were dashed, we had six in a party and overall had to give it a poor rating. Starter of black pudding was nothing special, main of fish was very dried out and tasteless, obviously prepared well in advance and left under a hot light to warm and then the crowning glory ?? . Deconstructed Eton Mess, 4 small pieces of pavlova type pudding served on a slate bed plate and priced extortionately. We left feeling quite honestly that the fancy prices charged were not matched by a quality meal, we wont be returning soon.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Gateway Inn; City: Kendal Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Situated beside the main road to Windermere with a long garden in front we had a pleasant view over garden to road but the road noise was present all the time. Our room , newly decorated and with a modern bathroom was comfortable and evening dinner classic pub grub in a newly refurbished restaurant tasty and good value. Service by local staff (not fly ins) was the strong point, friendly and efficient and nothing to much trouble which made our stay a pleasant stop while battling the M6.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Wahl Professional Animal Stylique Trimmer for Dogs Cats and Pet Hair Fur #9951-210; Brand: Wahl Professional Animal; Review: It has a high-pitched noise which dogs don't like at all.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vibration Pet Trainer/Alarm by Tattle Tale; Brand: Tattle Tale; Review: It screeches at everything and every sound but the dog still manages to avoid it!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: JW HOL-ee Roller Original Treat Dispensing Dog Ball - Hard Natural Rubber - Assorted Colors; Brand: JW Pet; Review: My dog thinks these are the toys ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JW HOL-ee Roller Original Treat Dispensing Dog Ball - Hard Natural Rubber - Assorted Colors; Brand: JW Pet; Review: My dog thinks these are the toys ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JW HOL-ee Roller Original Treat Dispensing Dog Ball - Hard Natural Rubber - Assorted Colors; Brand: JW Pet; Review: My dog thinks these are the toys ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Flip-N-Lite 300-Pound Duty Rating 6-foot Stepladder with Platform; Brand: Little Giant Ladder Systems; Review: Very nice. took one star out because the top piece have min tools holding capacity. Otherwise, very stable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 2 x Little Giant 14016-001 Alta One Type 1 Model 22-foot Ladder; Brand: Little Giant; Review: Excellent ladder. lighter than the 300-lbs rated (this one is 250-lbs rated). Took one star out because, if extended, it truly tires your feet as the step becomes narrower like other users mentioned. It would still be great for short durations to reach something.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jesco Lighting TM308ST 3-Inch Aperture Low Voltage Trim Recessed Light, Adjustable Gimbal Ring, Satin Chrome Finish; Brand: Jesco Lighting Group; Review: I ordered this one (and payed more) because pic shows it has a "pull" tab to remove ring and install/replace bulb. Actual one came with tabs sticking out and therefore a "twist" clockwise to lock the ring and hold the bulb. Harder to do when you have the MR-16 bulb in place, but NOT impossible. I returned it because I could (and did) get the "tab" ones for $11, not $21 or so I paid for this one. From where? Lamps one (here on amazon too).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jesco Lighting TM607WH 6-Inch Aperture Line Voltage Trim Recessed Light, Fresnel Lens For Shower, White Finish; Brand: Jesco Lighting Group; Review: I ordered this one (and payed more) because pic shows it has a "pull" tab to remove ring and install/replace bulb. Actual one came with tabs sticking out and therefore a "twist" clockwise to lock the ring and hold the bulb. Harder to do when you have the MR-16 bulb in place, but NOT impossible. I returned it because I could (and did) get the "tab" ones for $11, not $21 or so I paid for this one. From where? Lamps one (here on amazon too).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Feit LEDR56/827 1250 Lumen 2700K 5 & 6 Inch Dimmable Retrofit Kit - 120W EQUIVALENT; Brand: Feit Electric; Review: This light is excellent. Note it is warm white (3000K) not 2700K. I used two of them (his and hers) above a bed on a dimmer to read. It tilts to point to a book for reading.. Then I installed two to point at a desk: Again, ability to tilt and point where you want. Light is powerful because it is not a flood light (dispersing the light), but also not a narrow spot light. Just perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leviton T5632-I 15-Amp USB Charger/Tamper Resistant Duplex Receptacle, Ivory; Brand: Leviton; Review: Works very well! no need for the adaptor. Now if they figure a way not to need the wire :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 10 Pack AC/DC 12V 5W MR16 LED Bulb - 50W Halogen Equivalent 2700K Warm White LED MR16 Spotlight; Brand: TORCHSTAR; Review: I am a contractor. The lumens is low (320). I could not use because customer thought they were not bright enough. They are warm as advertised.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 6x MR16 7.5W 60W Equivalent Dimmable Warm White 3000K 12V LED Bulb; Brand: ; Review: I purchased qty=50 of these MR16 LEDs. 4-months later, 8-went out (you see a barely noticeable glow in the LED). 2-month later, 5-went out, then three... I am a contractor so I decided to replace all remaining as I already went to customer 3-times replacing few at a time. the 50 I purchased had "one" large LED spot in the middle. I noticed the new ones are different in the picture. So if they updated them, this review is valid for the old ones. More info: They do not fit in Art lights (Gimball, rotating). The MR16 ones that fit should be 2" high max. These are 2-1/4" high. I used them for straight down lighting. Luckily, all the ones I purchased to fit the "Art lights" from Home Depot are still working.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Kate Middleton Chose a Dress Just Like Princess Diana's in Pakistan - but Kate's Is Ombré; Abstract: When Princess Diana visited Pakistan in 1996, she wore a lovely light blue Catherine Walker dress made of draped chiffon with buttons down the front and at the sleeves.; Category: lifestyle
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: Stubborn dog is annoyed after being asked to get off couch; Abstract: Another priceless husky tantrum caught on camera!; Category: video
Title: Can you spot the hidden gift in this brainteaser in under 11 seconds?; Abstract: GiftsOnline4U created a holiday-themed brainteaser with a wrapped present hidden among bows. Can you spot the gift box?; Category: lifestyle
Title: Duchess Meghan Describes 'Really Challenging' Life as New Royal: I'm Not OK; Abstract: Duchess Meghan Describes 'Really Challenging' Life as New Royal: I'm Not OK; Category: lifestyle
Title: Stubborn dog is annoyed after being asked to get off couch; Abstract: Another priceless husky tantrum caught on camera!; Category: video
Title: Chipotle customers say the chain is charging them hundreds of dollars in fake orders; Abstract: The burrito chain declined to say how many complaints it had received in recent months.; Category: finance
Title: Mom pushes her obnoxious boyfriend on family; Abstract: He is a classic know-it-all, and regularly changes the subject mid-conversation to tell random stories about himself.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Gwen Stefani reflects on her pink hair and braces (and other classic looks); Abstract: The singer reveals the stories behind her colorful hairstyles and memorable outfits.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 30 Funny Dog Photos You Need to See; Abstract: We asked readers to send in their favorite animal photos. We were so entertained, we couldn't help but share.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 4 Incredibly Delicious Ways to Use Cottage Cheese; Abstract: The milky white curds hold so much potential.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: 7 changes coming to Social Security in 2020; Abstract: From what beneficiaries will be paid to what workers could owe in payroll tax, big changes are on the way for America's top social program.; Category: finance
Title: Duchess Meghan Returns to Public Eye After Africa Tour Documentary Airs; Abstract: The Duchess of Sussex attends the One Young World summit in London, where 2,000 young people have gathered to tackle global issues.; Category: lifestyle
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: Lori Loughlin Faces New Charges in College Scandal; Abstract: The "Full House" actress is among 11 others facing additional charges including bribery in the college admissions scandal. Watch; Category: tv
Title: This restored 1968 Winnebago is beyond adorable; Abstract: For auction on Bring a Trailer: the most charming thing at any campsite; Category: autos
Title: GM calls UAW workers back to plants, targeting truck assembly first; Abstract: GM said UAW workers will resume work Monday, but at some pickup production plants, the automaker is looking for volunteers to start sooner.; Category: finance
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: Funny celeb pics for October 2019; Abstract: Helen Mirren does ride share differently and more pics that will make you LOL.; Category: entertainment
Title: This Is What Queen Elizabeth Is Doing About the Prince William-Prince Harry Feud; Abstract: According to royal insiders, Queen Elizabeth has directed Prince Charles to put a stop to the feud between William and Harry. Here's why she's so worried.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Prince Charles Teared Up When Prince William Talked About Succeeding Him; Abstract: "Frankly, it reduced me to tears," he said.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 'The sweetest thing': 2 kindergartners insist they look like twins; Abstract: The two children were 'adamant' that they were identical, according to one of their mothers.; Category: news
Title: Hidden Camera Captures Cat And Baby Having The Cutest Conversation; Abstract: From the moment Lindsey Needham brought her son Brody home, she could tell that he and her cat Zora were going to be friends.; Category: lifestyle
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: This Man Is Behind Every Single Antique You See In Cracker Barrel Stores; Abstract: All the magic happens in Lebanon, Tennessee.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: This is What Will Happen When Queen Elizabeth Dies; Abstract: Queen Elizabeth is the longest ruling monarch in British history but her unavoidable death will mark the end of an era and have huge repercussions all through the United Kingdom and the world. Veuer's Susana Victoria Perez has more.; Category: lifestyle
Title: A Look Back at Prince Charles and Camilla's Relationship Through the Years; Abstract: In honor of the third season of The Crown.; Category: lifestyle
Title: John Legend Is PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive 2019: 'I'm Excited but a Little Scared at the Same Time'; Abstract: John Legend Is PEOPLE's Sexiest Man Alive 2019; Category: music | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Y'NEVANO Book of ENCOURAGEMENTS; Author: Visit Amazon's Wali Collins Page; Review: Little did I know that when I would sit down to read Wali Collins' book of encouragements "Y'Nevano", I would not get up until I was finished. Wali is an incredible writer who has masterfully applied inspirations to almost anybody's day to day life. This book is not only a page-turner, but an invaluable reference for a large variety of tough situations or moments of self-doubt. This is a MUST-READ for anyone, any age range, any background and any stage in life. Wali beautifully reminds us all that we have more power and control than we think and if we make room for positive thinking and best practices, we can accomplish whatever we set our minds to. I carry the book around with me and refer to it when I need to be reminded of my own possibilities. I would highly recommend this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy; Author: Visit Amazon's Ophira Eisenberg Page; Review: This was truly a page-turning hilarious ride. Eisenberg's smart, savvy and brutally honest account of her dating history was a thrill & pleasure to read. I read it cover to cover and she left me wanting more. This is not a surprise, given it is a rarity to get enough of talented author, host & comedian Ophira. I can't wait for her next book!! I give this book 3 thumbs up!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It Ain't Over . . . Till It's Over: Reinventing Your Life--and Realizing Your Dreams--Anytime, at Any Age; Author: Marlo Thomas; Review: This book was not only addictive & relatable but also full of real-world advice. The stories featured in Thomas' newest masterpiece are inspiring and at times, heart-breaking, but always reminded me of my favorite life lesson: the underdog can rise above all of her challenges, face her fears and accomplish anything she wants. Every woman featured in this book had every reason in the world to quit or hide from the world but chose not to, reminding all of us that we control way more than we think we do. This was addictive and I absolutely loved it! As always, Thomas entertains, inspires, teaches and reminds all of us that we can shape our own lives! I recommend this for everyone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Only Know Who I Am When I Am Somebody Else: My Life on the Street, On the; Author: Visit Amazon's Danny Aiello Page; Review: This book was great. A page-turning, honest, deep book about a rich, complicated life and career. Danny bares all in hope of helping others and that's part of what makes him a courageous person, performer and celebrity. His honesty about his highs and lows will leave you moved, at times - speechless and always on his side. BRAVO to an incredible piece of work!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What If It Does Work Out?: How a Side Hustle Can Change Your Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Susie Moore Page; Review: I read this book in the span of a few days and it honestly changed my perspective on so many things. It felt like the author was speaking directly to me. Everything I've ever been scared of regarding success and passion, she summed up in a beautifully eloquent way. But she didn't just ask questions - she provided answers, steps and a plan. Even better - she has you look inside yourself, come to find the answers are within you and have been the whole time. For anyone who wants to succeed, is scared to succeed or has a passion - this book's for you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moving to Canada: A detailed immigration guide from two Americans who've done it; Author: Visit Amazon's Cori Carl Page; Review: An eye-opening and informative read! I didn't necessarily want to move to Canada before reading it, but now my mind has been opened to the possibilities and I am armed with everything I need to know, A-Z. Grateful to the authors for laying it all out for the rest of us. Even if you're not planning on moving to Canada after the election, this book will still entertain as it's timely for sure! Highly recommend this book!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: So Close; Brand: Qi Shu; Review: great action scenes kind of like a chinese matrix; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars - Episode IV, A New Hope VHS; Brand: Mark Hamill; Review: always great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eureka: Season One; Brand: Colin Ferguson; Review: enjoyable; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Game of Thrones: Season 3; Brand: Various; Review: great show; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hung: Season 1; Brand: Thomas Jane; Review: very funny; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: NFL winners, losers: Cowboys need to rebound, Patriots keep winning; Abstract: While the Dallas Cowboys need to get back on track, the New England Patriots won Sunday without even playing a game.; Category: sports
Title: Pete Davidson Returns to 'Saturday Night Live' and Reveals Why He Really Missed the Last Two Episodes; Abstract: The actor joined guest host David Harbour and sat down for a 'Weekend Update' segment on the latest episode of 'SNL.'; Category: tv
Title: 32 Popular Slang Terms and Phrases That No One Uses Anymore; Abstract: The English language is constantly changing and adapting to the needs of its users.; Category: lifestyle
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: Katy Perry sued for $150k by photo agency for 3-year-old pic; Abstract: Katy Perry allegedly posted a paparazzi photo without paying the fee, a photo agency claims.; Category: music
Title: Why President Trump's kids are probably celebrating his move to Florida; Abstract: The No. 1 reason billionaires decide to move.; Category: finance
Title: Niagara Falls: Boat stuck on rocks 101 years dislodged; Abstract: High winds and heavy rains dislodged the remains of a barge in the rapids above Niagara Falls that had been there 101 years.; Category: weather
Title: Here's Why There's Already Backlash About the 'Friends' Reunion Special; Abstract: Many fans are feeling dubious about the prospect of an unscripted "Friends" reunion special, especially given how these TV revivals typically go.; Category: tv | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Santa Clause (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The World Is Not Enough (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Postman (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blazing Saddles (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); 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: 3.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tomorrow Never Dies (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XXX: State of the Union (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King's Ransom (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Constantine: Bonus Material (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Station: IMAX (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 7 Seconds (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tarzan 2 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Can Do Bad All By Myself (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hellraiser: Hellworld (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Angel Sanctuary, Vol. 10 (v. 10); Author: Kaori Yuki; Review: This is amazing! where to start? This is some of the finest artwork I have ever seen in a graphic novel, some pages are truely breathtaking. I was amazed! The storyline itself is quite shocking, dealing with incest, religion, homosexuuality, drugs... pretty much, chalk full of the taboo. this is a very compelling story, when you are done with it, you just hafta know what happens next...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samurai: The Code Of The Warrior; Author: Thomas Louis; Review: this is, itself, a beautful book. It tells a great deal about the way of the samurai, theres a chapter on Bushido, another on armor and another of weapons. there were drawings of them to, so you got to understand beter what they mean. there were even little short stories of famous samurai. This book takes my breath away, ans inspires me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shadow of the Lion (Heirs of Alexandria); Author: Visit Amazon's Mercedes Lackey Page; Review: I am a devoted fan of Mercedes Lackey, and I have read nearly all her books, and this book is by far, my LEAST favorite. i was tempted to quit half-way through, but i didnt, which helped, because alot of things that seemed completely irrelevant, made sense at the very end. the main problem with the story is that there are WAY too many characters, as in a hundred, its hard to keep track & even care about all of them. It has alot of plot & story, and it can be difficult to keep track of at times. Its not a BAD read, its just... very busy, with many many many characters. It was an OK read, but not what I expected.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hittite; Author: Visit Amazon's Ben Bova Page; Review: I love historical books, I also am interested in the nation of the Hittites. however the language that this book was written in is extremely poor. Its been extremely dumbed down, and i while reading it i felt as if i were reading a children's book. after 60 pgs, i found that I was more interested in the city of troy, than if the main character ever found his missing sons. the main character was very flat, we new nothing of his personal history, or what sort of man he was. the slave poletes had more depth than the main character. how lame is that? i had no idea that war rape and murder could be so boring.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shadow of the Dragon: Dragon's Kiss (Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Tielle St. Clare Page; Review: Very hot and steamy, with a good story line in there to pull in together. I found it much too steamy to read anywhere except home alone. But I couldn't put it down, The storyline was excellent, and creative. I cant wait to read the rest!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UnEnchanted: An Unfortunate Fairy Tale (Unfortunate Fairy Tale;[bk. 1]); Author: Visit Amazon's Chanda Hahn Page; Review: good pacing, well worded. I like the mix of modern culture mixed with the fairytale concept. The characters are well developed, and the story overall really pulls you in, I love this whole series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sundering (The Swarm Trilogy Book 3) eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's Megg Jensen Page; Review: a friend recommended the book, and man, was I blown away! I couldn't put it down!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Concubine (The Devil of Ponong) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Jill Braden Page; Review: Honestly it took me awhile to get used to the concept of snake people and werewolves being normal. But the characters are interesting, and the plot is very compelling, although I would have had liked more scenes and character development with the devil. I like the intrigue and cleverness of the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride; Author: Visit Amazon's Cary Elwes Page; Review: Couldn't stop reading! Love it! I cried, I laughed, I was awed! So many things I didn't know about the cast. A must read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallen; Author: Visit Amazon's Lauren Kate Page; Review: The writing was compelling, but I guess I'm just kinda tired of happy endings and love conquered all kind of plots. Really, I like my characters to overcome an actual challenge, rather then just have a happy ending and call it destiny.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Spinster's Guide to Scandalous Behavior: The Seduction Diaries; Author: Visit Amazon's Jennifer McQuiston Page; Review: I really liked it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hob's Bargain; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Briggs Page; Review: I was looking for a book that was different, a different concept, different author, different writing style. I was sad to reach the end, if only, it could go on, a little more...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moon Called; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Briggs Page; Review: No, seriously, I couldn't put it down. I haven't read anything so compelling in years. Its.... so... fascinating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Slippers; Author: Visit Amazon's Jessica Day George Page; Review: The very idea of a dragon hoarding shoes or dogs had me giggling for days. It's a clever story, and I'm tired of happily ever afters where everyone is crowned king and queen at the end. I really enjoyed it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Invisible Orientation: An Introduction to Asexuality; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Sondra Decker Page; Review: This was just what I needed! I was looking for something that was clear to explain things to me. This book is amazing, and l wish more people would read it. It really helped clear things up for me, and helped me better understand myself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sleep Innovations 2-in-1 Ventilated Memory Foam & Fiber Fill Pillow with Cotton; Brand: Sleep Innovations; Review: Memory foam pillow, great for the perfect contour of head and neck ratio.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allersoft 100-Percent Cotton Bed Bug, Dust Mite & Allergy Control Mattress Protector, King 9-inch; Brand: Allersoft; Review: Mine looks a bit yellowy, must be the light or something; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Innovations Reversible Gel Memory Foam & Memory Foam Pillow with Microfiber; Brand: Sleep Innovations; Review: The gel makes the pillow cold side always up side.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sobakawa Buckwheat Pillow Free Pillow Protective Cover-Standard Size-AS Seen On Tv, 15" x 19"; Brand: Sobakawa; Review: I like having this around my back when I sleep, so that my back has a form of arch, makes me more comfortable; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oenophilia Bali Wine Rack, Crimson -12 Bottle, Solid Wood, Elegant Modern Wine Rack, Table Wine Storage; Brand: Oenophilia; Review: Keeps my medley of sparkling bottled liquors safe and organized. It doesn't require much space also...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brookstone Compact Wine Opener; Brand: Brookstone; Review: This is the classiest wine opener I have ever used.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Nathan SuperShot 1.5 L Water Bottle, Blue/Electric Blue; Brand: Nathan; Review: 1.5 liters of your beverage of choice. Only wish the drinking nozzle(?) was a tad larger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: D-FantiX Alloy Paracord Buckles, Adjustable Paracord Shackle Paracord Bracelet Buckles Survival D Shackle (Pack of 10); Brand: D-FantiX; Review: Was anxious to see how these would turn out for making paracord bracelets and they suck. Less than a week and the shine was already off, and that is without getting the connector wet. It works, just very poorly; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little Hotties Adhesive Toe Warmers, 30 Pairs; Brand: Little Hotties; Review: I have some neuropathy in my feet from diabetes and chemotherapy. These little warmers are perfect for when my toes feel cold. They do not get to hot to do any damage, but yet warm very well. These have been a life saver.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SZHOWORLD 10PCS/LOT Mini SF Spring Backpack Clasps Climbing Carabiners EDC Keychain Camping Bottle Hooks Paracord Tactical Survival Gear; Brand: SZHOWORLD; Review: These are very tiny, so will work well for your smaller projects. Not recommended for larger or heavy duty use. Quality is quite good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Insta-Bed Raised Air Mattress with Never Flat Pump, Twin; Brand: Insta-Bed; Review: Best inflatable mattress we have owned. Blows up quickly and stays inflated! Silent setting for keeping inflated, but very loud when inflating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pain Killer; Brand: Little Big Town; Review: Love this new CD by Little Big Town. Music is so good. If you are a fan of this group you need this CD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Head Full Of Dreams; Brand: Coldplay; Review: love this CD of Coldplay. Great CD and fast delivery.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diva; Brand: Annie Lennox; Review: Love this CD from Annie Lennox. Has all her great songs. There is several of them from the movie Strip Tease. Awesome CD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: '80s Gold; Brand: Various Artists; Review: Love this double CD. Great music with all the good 80's artists. Sound is awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Essential Now That's What I Call Christmas; Brand: Various Artists; Review: Great CD for Christmas time. Good music.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Greatest Hits; Brand: 3 Doors Down; Review: Love it. Good music. plays clear; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best Of Nickelback Volume 1; Brand: Nickelback; Review: Great CD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ripcord; Brand: Keith Urban; Review: Awesome CD. Love all his music; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dukes of Hazzard - Music From The Motion Picture; Brand: Various Artists; Review: Like the CD. Had some great songs on it. Some were ok.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fields of Gold: The Best of Sting 1984-1994; Brand: Sting; Review: Great CD. All the songs are awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Essential Sade; Brand: Sade; Review: Purchase CD for a friend. It was totally awesome. All good music clear sound.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: Dark Lover is the first book in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series.. Each book by JR Ward is a story from each of the warriors. The first starts with the leader and Blind King Wrath. I have to admit that I was a total skeptic of it... I ended up loving each and every book! A must read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 2); Author: Visit Amazon's J.R. Ward Page; Review: Lover Awakened to me is the best of the whole series... you understand why Zsadist is the darkest of the brothers and is so touched when finally there is a female who accepts him for who he is and is able to touch his heart!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: At Grave's End; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeaniene Frost Page; Review: This series gets better and betters as it continues. I think that this book is the best by far. Can't wait until the next one comes out! You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll cheer and you'll growl... LOVED IT; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sugar and Sin, A Tale of the Eververse; Author: Visit Amazon's Stella Price Page; Review: This is the first book in the Eververse series and it is quite different from other books that I have read. You have royal demons, 1/2 demons and witches. The story starts out with two modern day James Bond, the dynamic dual Fallon and Feyd. They are hitmen... thieves... they LOVE women, you name it, they'll do it.. even the women. They are sent out by their boss to recover a stolen spell. They killed the werewolf that was suppose to have stolen a spell. They kill him before they got further information but finds out that his "girlfriend" may have kept it. The hit is now on her... Ashlyn has no idea what is going on... her friend is killed, she's on the run and ask the help of her friend Astrid and head to Shadow Heights. One night when Ashlyn and Astrid were asleep the hitmen comes for Ashlyn... The man that is there to kill her happens to be the same one she has been talking to for a few weeks in very explicit ways and the other hitman happens to be her flatmate's long lost boyfriend ... Things get complicated... You are introduced to the Afterverse where demons dwell and the exiled Prince, Cassiel (Cash). He is working his way back to reclaim the thrown in Afterverse... he is plotting his way back along with claiming allies to do so. Arcady... a pleasure demon has the nickname of Mr. Fantasy with the ladies and also helps the dynamic dual as much as he can I thought that this is a great first book into this world where there are unanswered question that I can't wait to read the other books for them to be revealed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silk and Steel; Author: Visit Amazon's Stella Price Page; Review: Silk and Steel starts where Sugar and Sin leave off... Arcady is asked to go to Russia to look for his friend Fallon's long lost cousin, Alice. He finds her in the most unusual place. She is not the Alice that they thought they would find.. she is an enforcer... Prince Dimitri's enforcer and he gives her soul over to his older brother Cash in the states. Reliving and remembering the pains of her past and reuniting with her cousin Fallon, she finds the support and love from the incubus Arcady. She needs someone to take care of her and he needs someone to take care of.... Silk and Steel is a great read right after Sugar and Sin. I loved Arcady is Sugar and Sin, but in Silk and Steel I love him more for showing a more tender side to Fallon's long lost cousin. With the ending of Silk and Steel I cannot wait to continue the Eververse series with Frost and Flame...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashes of Midnight (The Midnight Breed, Book 6); Author: Visit Amazon's Lara Adrian Page; Review: Out of the series.. this is not a favorite. Though I like Andreas very much, Claire though may be strong willed and minded really does not show through like the other breedmates before her. To me she seem more weak minded. Andreas dealing with his inner demon is interesting but Claire really killed it for me. Worth reading to understand what happens after Veil of Midnight; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fire In His Eyes (Dragon Elementals Books); Author: Visit Amazon's Stella Price Page; Review: The world of Eververse comes to life with the dragons... Ever wanted to know more about Alcyone, owner of Pinky's XXX who had that one wild night with Feyd? Here it is... Alcyone Sterling is a bargained succubus demon and owner of Pinky's XXX in Shadow Heights she is lonely and in need of someone to love her fully. Char is a fire dragon, enslave to the Fire King Fuerty until he ordered all the dragons in Eververse to be killed. Char along with the last of the water dragon Kael, protects their small dragon family of 2 earth dragons and a very young fire dragon. Char fall for the energy sucking Alcyone who knows that even though she is a demon, her kind never enslaved the dragon. Their love affair is a whirlwind one but a tender and loving one. CHAR and ALCYONE are HOT!!! He trusted her enough for her to see the fire in his eyes! Love it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Masquerade: A tale of the Eververse (Book 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Stella Price Page; Review: This has all your favorite character from earlier books: Fallon, Astrid, Cash, Faris and others, however this focuses more on Oscar (Conglacio General - Ice Demon) and Uriel a Congalcio noblewoman. Hidden from the Congalcio court, Uriel finds herself an interest to the old king's bastard son Gabbe. Keeping an eye on Gabbe in the Afterverse for the true heir and King of the Congalcio, Cassiel (Cash), Oscar diverts Gabbe in his plan to have an heir with a Congalcio woman. Uriel, raised by her father is innocent since she was not tutored in the pleasure courts when she came of age, is curious about the General. Oscar sees her as a true beauty pure and precious. As their courtship progresses, Oscar found the one that is a true lady that would be best suit his station along with one that best suits him behind closed doors. Will Astrid be successful bringing Queen Jolie back ... Will Gabbe find out where his true place in the family lie ... will the next generation of demons come at last... and there is a secret that when it is revealed will affect not only Uriel and Oscar but the whole Congalico royal house.. READ and find out... It a toss up between Masquerade and Frost & Flame as my favorite book in the series. The EVERVERSE ROCKS!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Desire Untamed (Feral Warriors); Author: Visit Amazon's Pamela Palmer Page; Review: After many months of my friends telling me to read this I finally gave in and then kicked myself for not doing it sooner. I thought shifters were just okay until I read this book. Pamela Palmer definitely turned a girl who's a vamp lover to love the Feral Warriors. A must read!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Duncan: Vampires In America (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's D. B. Reynolds Page; Review: Been waiting for Duncan's well deserved story. Sad that he is no longer with a Raphael but he is now a vampire lord in his own right. This book did Duncan justice for his story!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raphael: Vampires in America (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's D.B. Reynolds Page; Review: Surprised to find this series. The heroine reminds me of Cat from the Nighthuntress series in a way. Very good so far; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Special Apartments; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: We stayed in #34 which is 1 block from the Louvre. We loved our stay in Paris at this unit. It is right on the metro, near a red-bus stop, walking distance to the Louvre. It was an odd shape, being an attic converted into a loft style apartment we had 2 couples stay here easily. There is a good kitchenette with everything supplied right down to the complimentary bottle of wine. The bathroom was tiny but functional and like the rest of the apartment, very clean, recently painted and comfortable enough to stay in and have a few wines. Being close to the louvre you have to get out of this area to eat and drink because it is all tourist prices. We would definitely use special apartments again. We dealt with Regius and he was very good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Albergo San Martino; City: Lucca Province of Lucca Tuscany; Review: Our stay during July 2011 was our one night in Lucca. The hotel was easy to find and we were pleasantly surprised at how nicely the decor presented in the entrance. The staff were wonderful and gladly entertained our attempts to speak Italian and they filled in the gaps in English very well. Call them directly even if websites say they are full because you are likely to get a room. This is the best bed we have had in 2 weeks!!! Our room was newly refurbished with a great bathroom, faltscreen tv and air-conditioning. The breakfast was very nice and our whole impression of Lucca was only made better by staying here. Make sure you hire a bike and ride the wall around Lucca. It is an easy 20 min cruise. We walked from the train station in under 10 mins. Easy flat walk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sullivans Cove Apartments; City: Hobart Greater Hobart Tasmania; Review: The Admirals loft is very much worth staying at. The booking was easy and staying here made our stay in Hobart very comfortable. I will definitely stay here again next time we stay in Hobart. The room looks over the IXL courtyard and is next to the Henry Jones hotel. Walking distance to Salamanca markets and Hobart CBD.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort Spa; City: Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Queensland; Review: I stayed for a weekend with my wife and found the shower in our room was moldy and the floor of the shower was peeling up. The room was nice otherwise and clean. The room was dated however and I would not rate this a 5 star hotel, based on the dated decor, unclean and unserviced bathroom and the old appearance of the furniture. I asked to be moved to another room and was glad the reception staff organised this for me. We were told that they would transfer our luggage and that they had in fact done this already when we received our new swipe cards (a few hours later after being out) and we couldn't find our luggage. It hadn't been transferred and we then had to search it down. Lots of little things let this resort down. The tepanyaki restaurant and the pool service is very good. There are many other hotels that probably don't cost as much to stay in on the gold coast. I probably won't be returning here any time soon.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Spandan; City: Darjeeling Darjeeling District West Bengal; Review: I booked a one night stay here in September 2012 and was terribly disappointed with a number of things with this hotel. To start with, I am glad I checked the quality of the room before handing over my passport and payment because it did not take long to realise this was not the place for me. The rooms were dark, mouldy, smelt of cigarettes, damp and mothballs and in the short time it took for me to view the room and speak with the manager about the room I left with what I think were flea bites around my ankles. When I spoke to the manager about how bad the smell was, their answer was to nuke the rooms with glen 20 spray and say now its fixed. I told them it was not acceptable and that i wanted my deposit back. They did not provide my deposit back and after being quite heated with me regarding wanting a 50% cancellation fee, I left and went to the Mayfair hotel, which was a brilliant experience. I found this hotel to be very dirty, unhygienic and think the staff are quite rude. I have stayed in backpackers, hostels, motor inns, hotels and this is THE WORST accommodation I have seen. I will not step foot in this place again, there are so many great places in Darjeeling to stay. We were going to be paying 2000Rs and 4000Rs for a view and non view room.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sama Sama Express KL International Airport; City: Sepang Sepang District Selangor; Review: Stayed here for 7hrs in september 2012 on a stopover in KL. I checked the price at the Hilton in KL sentral for 1 night was 440Mr and they had no short term bookings. It cost next to nothing to get here on the train and it is right next to the train station with a very easy and safe walk to get there. The Pan Pacific had a 5hour rate of 450Mr and this is at the airport The Airside transit was 255Mr for 7hrs. The rooms are basic, meaning they are on par with Australian 3 star hotels but they are clean and the bedsheets are crisp white and the bathroom is clean and has hot water. I found the room was great for a sleep a shower and a change of clothes. I would stay at the hilton if i had a full overnight stopover but for the few hours, this was perfect. You need a boarding pass to book at this hotel as it is in the KLIA airport next to gate C5.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jaypee Vasant Continental; City: New Delhi National Capital Territory of Delhi; Review: I stayed here in September 2012 and found this hotel to be quite nice but severely overpriced when booking online or through the hotel. It offers good service, clean rooms and a pretty good location. I paid 4000Rs for 2 nights and some basic room service and could have got this for 1/2 the price if I had made the booking through an indian agent. You live and learn these things. I would consider trying somewhere else in Delhi next time. This hotel is on par with a 3.5 star Australian hotel.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mayfair Darjeeling; City: Darjeeling Darjeeling District West Bengal; Review: I stayed here in september 2012 and this was a great place to stay. The hotel is clean, upmarket and fairly central to the sights of darjeeling. I ate at the restaurant for breakfast and dinner and was very pleased at the quality of the food and service. We paid 4000Rs for a queen bed room and booked 5 rooms so I think we got a good deal. This was booked through a delhi agent and this came in well below booking directly through the hotel (20000Rs per room) I will definitely stay here again when I return to Darjeeling; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa Denise; City: Vico Equense Province of Naples Campania; Review: I can only say, if you are looking to meet an amazing, generous, loving Italian family who are proud to share their beautiful home with you, stay at Villa Denise. I stayed here with my wife for one night. The home is just outside Vico Equense, which is a very nice alternative to the tourist crowds of Sorrento. It is up on the hill outside of town, which gives the breathtaking views you see in the photos. The room was newly renovated, very nicely decorated and have a very comfortable bed. The view you can see from the terrace was the same view from our room balcony. We arrived by train and were met by the owner Giovanni, who drove us to the B&B. The car is available to drive you into town and pick you up, whenever you like. They are just 10 minutes away and with a quick phone call, the car arrives to pick you up and take you home. From the moment we arrived at Villa Denise, we felt welcome and cared for. Nothing was an effort and the whole family made us feel very special. The room had a private ensuite, was immaculate, and made this part of our trip memorable. Breakfast was very good. We will be making a special effort to come back here next year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sullivans Cove Apartments; City: Hobart Greater Hobart Tasmania; Review: Stayed here for the second time. Was a great experience again. We stayed in the Mill, had a lovely room and will return. It is a luxury apartment, the bed is comfortable, clean and won't disappoint. The apartment is in a central location within easy flat walking distance to Salamanca.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clarion Hotel City Park Grand; City: Launceston Tasmania; Review: Very neat and tidy hotel. Was a surprise to see it is a comfortable, spacious and clean hotel. Glad to stay here. ...............................................................................................................; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Nikon HB-45 Bayonet Lens Hood for Nikon ED 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G and Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II; Brand: Nikon; Review: IT WILL NOT GO ON MY NIKON CAMERA LEN NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55MM1:3.5-5.6G VR II I ST TIME I BOUGHT SOMETHING HERE THAT DID NOT FIT. I BOUGHT THE CORRECT LENS HOOD AT A CAMERA SHOP IN SOUTH CENTER MALL SEATTLE AREA IT WAS A HB-46. Victor; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: I3ePro Professional 72-inch Tripod 3-way Panhead Tilt Motion with Built In Bubble Leveling; Brand: I3ePro; Review: This tripod has a quick release that you mount to your camera. With mount on my camera is is a little harder to get it out of the case I keep it in. I looked over the internet for another release to put on my other camera and my spotting scope, I can not find one that says it will fit. Manufacturer should put two with tripod or tell you where you can get others. If I lose the one that came with the tripod it is no good any more. People complained about panning problems. I put some light oil on mine and it works much better.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BM Premium EN-EL14A Battery for Nikon D3100, D3200, D3300, D3400, D3500, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500, D5600, DF, Coolpix P7000,; Brand: BM Premium; Review: Great, just what I was hoping to get for my D-3300..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tel-Sentry V2.2 Smart Automatic Blocking, Block All Spam Calls, Election Calls without Relying on Black List; Brand: Tel-Sentry Inc.; Review: So far this is working great. I wish I could add a block (Black) list like I can make a Whitel list. I had about 12 numbers all ready to add to the block list. Ok, so after they call once more I can now block them. We have a corded phone that rings when we get a call. The Sentry blocks the first ring, but the corded phone rings, so we can get ready to answer the cordless phones if they ring. This works great for us. Our cordless is mounted on the wall, so the Sentry is hanging down below it on two 8 inch phone wires (hard to find today). This makes it easier to lift it up to add to the Block list. ALSO Make sure you add the numbers just like they show up on your caller ID, or they will get your message to dial 0. When they dial 0 your phone rings and you can decide to answer it or not. We are using it in basic mode as suggested for the first few weeks to build up the White List.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Car Dash Cam Backup Dashboard Camera Night Vision,AmorTek at-7 1080p HD H.264 170° Wide Angle 4X Zoom Dashcam for Cars; Brand: AmorTek; Review: I reviewed this camera before. I have upgraded to 3 stars. Manual is hard to understand. After receiving some help from manufacturer I am now doing better with it. They have tried to help me via email. I put in a larger memory chip and will try it out this week again. I am running it off a rechargeable battery that has USB ports, this allows me to still use my lighter for my GPS unit. I think with the battery and the 64 GB chip it could be used for surveillance for 24 hours. I may come back again to rate this camera; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: The Cove Steakhouse & Raw Bar; City: Chester, PA; Review: Excellent meal! Had the wasabi crusted sea bass & it was the best sea bass that I've ever tasted. Melt in your mouth kind that is cooked to perfection . Just touched it with the fork and it flaked off easily . The taste sheer pleasure. The wasabi crust was a nice additional flavor but wasn't hot. So no worries on that. The waitstaff at the cove always warmly greet you and give you 5 star service. Nice meeting one of the chefs as well. Couldn't resist complimenting that sea bass. A top chef for sure at this place and a must try for any avid seafood lover . Our waitress guided us to the correct choice and I will come back to try that dish again. Also recommend the French onion soup, it's my new favorite.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Geno's Steaks; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: yum always great to eat a philly cheesesteak here! a famous place & even if there is a line they are on the ball & wait on everyone quickly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: IHOP; City: Williamstown, NJ; Review: First time in this ihop & was left with an extremely poor opinion of iHop. My server took 20 minutes to bring a glass of water & 25 minutes to bring 1 cup of soup. She only had 2 tables to wait on and pretty much just disappeared. I saw the other waitresses going in and out of the kitchen serving their tables. Not my waitress . When I complained to the manager he gave me my bill and just said the waitress had a bad day. Then proper management would be to send a subpar waitress home. As she clearly didn't want to be there nor was he watching what was going on with her and my table. The meal wasn't good . Soup over cooked from being on all day & I'll pass on very thin pancakes here from now on too. IHOP really has changed over the years.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: IHOP; City: Williamstown, NJ; Review: Excellent service . Good chicken quesadilla , not overloaded with cheese and had good amount of chicken. Would dine here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indian Villa Curry-N-Cakes; City: Cherry Hill, NJ; Review: Very happy to find a restaurant that serves goat curry . Definitely one of the best goat curry dishes I've ever had. It was made to perfection with medium spice. It was so good I forgot to get a picture . Will definitely return here next time I'm in the area love the reusable cloth bag with my take away. Much appreciated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Fifty Shades of Grey (Fifty Shades, #1); Author: E.L. James; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Looking forward to seeing the movie!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fifty Shades Darker (Fifty Shades, #2); Author: E.L. James; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Reading again!!! Oh my gosh how could I have forgotten Jack and his revenge. Starting book three. I'll be finished before the movie!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fifty Shades Freed (Fifty Shades, #3); Author: E.L. James; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: As usually I love this series. Just wanted to read again because of the movie. Allot of the women that went to the movies with us ( me and my daughter) didn't read the books. I don't that like the movie to much. But for me I had a visual which is what I wanted. Oh my gosh the red room of pain, the helicopter, the jet the glider scene, where he lived, and lastly the outside of the building he live on and worked at was gorgeous. So yes I love the movies. To me it was all the extra scenes just a love story. And Christian Grey loved Ana.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burned (Fever, #7); Author: Karen Marie Moning; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Just finished ICED can't wait until next year for BURNED. The ending of Iced was unexpected and awesome. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadowfever (Fever, #5); Author: Karen Marie Moning; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Best series that I've read. The ending unexpected but great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreamfever (Fever, #4); Author: Karen Marie Moning; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: The series is the best series I've ever read. Love these books...........; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Vendome; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: You will never forget this book. I'm reading again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ghost; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I just love her books. I always want to read them again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Entwined with You (Crossfire, #3); Author: Sylvia Day; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I agree it wasn't as good as the first two. But I love their love for each other. I had that kind of love. The explain everything was upsetting, clothes, apartments, restaurants etc. Overall I loved this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Existence (Existence Trilogy, #1); Author: Abbi Glines; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: How in the heck did Pagan Moore fall that in love with Dank Walker. She dreamed about him then he became a person. But wait now she can't live without him. Did I miss something?? Did she forget the man that showed her all that love, Leif. That most definitely wasn't love; how could it be they talked two words in this book. Yes he talk to her in her mine and sang to her at night. Her heart was broken beyond repair. Still don't get it.... But I'm going to read the second installment, cause I want to know what's up with my man, Leif. Ok so their both immortals Dank (death) and Leif. I don't know exactly know what Leif is yet just that he's immortal. I want to know what Leif does to make her life hell, because I wont hold it against him. I didn't really feel a love connection with any of the characters. Maybe Wyatt and Miranda.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Gold Coast; Author: Nelson DeMille; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, mystery; Review: I can't really say how I felt about this book. It was about a Long Island man has life ruined when Mafia don moves in next door. What was with his wife and the Don, I was shocked and applaud. But what I really didn't like about this book was that It was too long. Funny, moving and beautifully written. What a sad ending. I was so hoping they would get back together. Jail...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Betrayal; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Most of the books I've been reading has been extraordinarily good. I love books all kinds. Some I've read again. Theists would be one. Happy Reading; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Objects of My Affection; Author: Jill Smolinski; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I loved this book. I could read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leif (Existence Trilogy, #2.5); Author: Abbi Glines; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I love the behind scenes of the life of Leif. Also to find out what actually happen to Wyatt, Maranda's love. He feel dead on the football field and died. I left do sorry for Leif. He was just a guy fighting for what he wanted, the person that he loved and believed was his - "She was my world. She always had been." He had been there for Pagan for her entire life, and she never even knew it, and that must have been gut-wrenching for the poor guy. I admired him for waiting for his chance and making his play in a fair way, for wanting Pagan to love him on her own. But she loved Dank. He was the son of the most evil. I think the was the biggest strike against him.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Predestined (Existence Trilogy, #2); Author: Abbi Glines; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh. This one was better but only because Pagan wasn't whining about the "hole in her chest". She's confident in Dank's love for her, and she knows that he'll do anything to protect her, so there's a sense of independence for her character. Which is so much better than the other books. And then there's the whole thing with Leif. He's supposed to be being portrayed as the bad-guy in this situation, but I couldn't find myself hating him. The ending I have to say always pull you into The next book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ceaseless (Existence Trilogy, #3); Author: Abbi Glines; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: The last two books had a love triangle and then we finally get rid of Leif and then we have to deal with Jay now. I felt like it was such a typical way to go and just another way of including the ever annoying love triangle. However I am happy to admit that I was wrong. Abbi did a better job with this book and while I was frustrated at points with the characters I did love the story. It did get better with this last book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reflected in You (Crossfire, #2); Author: Sylvia Day; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I love this series and get the reference to 50 shades. And I know because I read the three times. This to me is so different. It beyond love to a place I've been. When Gideon said I Love You wasn't good enough to say to Eva. It started to make since why it has been do hard to me these last seventeen years. Gideon said people get over love. They can live without love and can on with their lives. Then he said that he got out of bed each morning to face the world because she was in it explained everything for me. I literally got out of bed because my husband was in it. Favorite series yet. wow ....... I GOT OF BED EACH MORNING BECAUSE MY HUSBAND WAS IN IT BUT NO LONGER!!! HE PASSED AND MY HEART IS STILL BREAKING.............; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Long Road Home; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: This book was absolutely great. I wish it was more to read. It was long but worth it after being in there world. It takes me from my pain literally. I could read again....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seven Years to Sin; Author: Sylvia Day; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: WOW didn't think I was going to like this but turns it was Awesome....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bride Stripped Bare (Bride Trilogy, #1); Author: Nikki Gemmell; Genres: non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Just couldn't finish this book.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Malice; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I would read this book again if I did have so many to read. Excellent ....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hopeless (Hopeless, #1); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: ** spoiler alert ** I'm just starting to read this book and I love it already. Almost done and this has to be my all time favorite book. Nothing like I've ever read. I have to give props to Colleen Hoover. WOW, could Holder be any hotter!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Losing Hope (Hopeless, #2); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I hope this book is as great as the first in the serious. Just received in the mail. I Loved Hopeless....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Slammed (Slammed, #1); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, poetry, romance, fiction; Review: I would definitely read this again. Awesome!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Need (Finding Anna, #2); Author: Sherri Hayes; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Excellent book and a very good read. Can't believe how steamy this book got. Oh my gosh !!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Slave (Finding Anna, #1); Author: Sherri Hayes; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book. The second one has not come in the mail yet. I'm so anxious to get. I don't know what to do with myself. Waiting .....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Truth (Finding Anna, #3); Author: Sherri Hayes; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Just finished TRUTH. All I can say is WOW. I can't wail until 2014. OMG Nerves bad just thinking I have to wait that long. OMG .......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seduced in the Dark (The Dark Duet, #2); Author: C.J. Roberts; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Some parts of this book sickened me...and for good reason. This book brings the reader into the depths of depravity and sin. This book brings you face to face with evil and then throws it in your face. However, this "dark" book gives birth to the most incredible ending and redemption that I think I've ever read. It will stay with me forever, and the gift of that is worth all the pain of the journey. The story not only focused on the complicated relationship of Caleb and Livvie, Drama. Action. Suspense. Disturbing scenes, really disturbing. More explicit punishments. Killings. and Non-consensual sex/Rape. but very apt to the story. There were so much twists on this book and yet they were all inter-connected to each of the events that happened to our dear characters. It was amazing. One of the best series I have ever read. Caleb and Livvie was truly a love story in this dark book. This book is worth reading. Oh my gosh be aware your emotions will be all over the place. The characters will be with you forever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captive in the Dark (The Dark Duet, #1); Author: C.J. Roberts; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This book was dark - very, very dark. I'm almost at a loss for words! It has left me with way more questions than answers and also has me questioning myself. A twisted tale that I loved, Best part of the entire novel was the main male character, it was shocking and at times it was difficult to swallow. It is a topic that is a difficult one to read. but The harsh realities of the sex trade and human trafficking exist, and books like this- which shock its audience and elicit some of the most powerful emotions- also make people aware. I can't wait to read the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Disaster (Beautiful, #1); Author: Jamie McGuire; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Wow I couldn't put this book down. YA book but the flow and characters great even funny. I'm crazy for love stories. Abby drove a little crazy but I loved Travis. And Abby's best friend was awesome, funny and a true friend. A sucker for happy endings ....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Food; Author: Kitty Thomas; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This was actually a good read. I learn something I didn't know about. Stockholm syndrome and Emily had an extreme case of it. Wow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Man (This Man, #1); Author: Jodi Ellen Malpas; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I will be reading this book again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Man Confessed (This Man, #3); Author: Jodi Ellen Malpas; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh best book ever. It's at the top now. I'm reading again. I love Jesse. Who wouldn't want a man like that? My job here is done.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Girl (Slammed, #3); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, poetry, romance, fiction; Review: This is a book of life. This is a book of love. The journey I took with Will and Lake was full of the connections between these two people beyond love. And the other characters was a bonus. Love them all. Julia her mother thought of so much before dying. Will and This girl. Gotta love Kriesten, the Lil girl that's moves in the neighborhood. She's honest and funny to be so young. Very intelligent for nine years old. My suck is the book ending. My sweet is that I got to read this series. I butterflying love this series. I would definitely read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twilight (Twilight, #1); Author: Stephenie Meyer; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I wish I knew that I would love this book so much. I wouldn't have started another series with it. Or do a review for one of my favorite authors. I just want to relax and read this awesome love story. The writing was fantastic - never before has a touch, kiss, caress or conversation moved me like this. I LOVED Edward! He was so passionate! And this is just the first book in the series. I have to admit, I didn't think Bella was going to be a weak heroine the entire book. But there's more books and I can't wait.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Glass Castle; Author: Jeannette Walls; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: What a delightful book. I'm so involved in this book that I can laugh at my on life. This is reality as i know & I find the book funny. What a wonderful family...... Excellent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exposed to You (One Night Of Passion, #2); Author: Beth Kery; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I will be reading this series again. Well done Beth Kery ........; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barely Breathing (Breathing, #2); Author: Rebecca Donovan; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: An emotional ride with Emma. Oh my gosh; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Out of Breath (Breathing, #3); Author: Rebecca Donovan; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Evan Or Cole. ..... Oh my gosh I holding my breath. Are Emma and Evan getting back together ?? :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Addicted to You (One Night of Passion #1); Author: Bethany Kane; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Not sure why this book comes up. The book I'm reading is by Beth Kery???? Awesome. I could read this book over and over again. I had this kind if love but not the happy ever after.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love You to Death (I Love You, #1); Author: Natalie Ward; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: "My forever You are forever a part of me I am forever a part of you My forever, My love My greatest dream come true". I picked up I Love You To Death on a complete whim. I went in without any expectations or preconceived notions and I'm so glad to have found this gem of a book. It took me completely by surprise how good the book actually was and how uncommon the whole theory behind the book is. Ash is a girl who by the age of 25 has lost 12 people closest to her. She doesn't know if its just some cruel twist of fate or if something's wrong with her which causes the people she loves to die. In one way or another all of their deaths somehow link back to being her fault and she is left to bear the devastating pain and loss with the guilt. Having already been through so much she decides to keep to herself and just get through her life without love or affection. "Beautiful, Beautiful girl I can see the sadness you hold in your eyes Beautiful, Beautiful girl I see all of the pain you bury inside Beautiful, Beautiful girl How much I long to make you smile make you feel happy for a while Bring back the light to your life Beautiful, Beautiful girl. Have you let me love you for a while Beautiful, Beautiful girl." You felt ever single buildup, every single moment of pain, every single moment of love. There was not a minute this book went by that you weren't looking for a tissue and tearing up. Wow, the characters, Ash just blew me a way for a female character. I absolutely adored her. I connected with her and stayed that way through the whole book, and Luke, well Luke was perfection all on his own. His patience, and the care he took in building his relationship with Ash. The trust he built with her at a slow movement. It felt right, it felt perfect when they finally came together. Nothing was rushed, each moment building up to the ending that will make your heart skip a beat. I absolutely love every character. Can't wait for the next book. Amazing!!! "; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roses; Author: Leila Meacham; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: As far as a review of this book I would have to: say a must read book. Trust me you will read all day and night to finish. Long as this book is I would read again if I hadn't promise to pass it on. Love the ending. The feeling not wanting to change this book at all. Can't wait to read another book by Leila Meacham. Giving mad props..... This is during the time I was reading Rose: Percy is telling the story through his eyes. I'm crying already. Seems like such a tragedy for him not to be with Mary. :(; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stubborn Love (I Love You, #2); Author: Natalie Ward; Genres: romance; Review: I'm only give this book a four because of my frustration of repetitive POV's. I started stemming the book. Best their story was great. I still love Luke and Ash story better. Maybe because of reading the repeats. The flashbacks shift to the present and we see the progression of Mia and Jared's relationship. As close as they became, there are forces determined to keep them apart. Mia's art career is taking her to Chicago and Jared and Luke's band is starting to make a name for itself. There are secrets Mia is keeping from Jared and they are creating cracks in their foundation. As the reasons for their break up become more apparent from the flashbacks, Mia is making some headway into getting Jared to listen to her and understand how sorry she is and how she wants their relationship back. The last year has taken its toll on both of them. It seems that things may finally fall into place. Mia's revelations are heartbreaking and once again her father is at the root of their problems. Even if they can overcome their pasts, is there some other evil waiting to end things for all of them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love You, Always (I Love You, #3); Author: Natalie Ward; Genres: romance; Review: Anyone who has read I Love You to Death, fell in love with Luke. This book only solidifies that he is the perfect man, despite his flawed past. It actually begins right before Asha is shot by a robber; not long after she has finally admitted that she loves Luke. Luke is infinitely patient with her, he understands that this woman has experienced more pain and loss in her young life, than most people will ever endure. When she finally admits that she loves him, he can't hide his elation and joy. Reading about Asha's near death experience is heartbreaking. He is no stranger to pain himself Years of estrangement with his father, has isolated him, made music his family. When this crisis passes with Asha, it opens up a his memories, his thoughts of their first meeting, their first kiss, Asha's reluctance to put any trust in him for fear he too will leave. This is one of those love stories, where in spite of the obstacle we call life, that love overcomes. Their story has come full circle and finally love outweighs fear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laughing in the Dark: From Colored Girl to Woman of Color--A Journey From Prison to Power; Author: Patrice Gaines; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: This may be interesting after all. Begins with a black child with two white friends that admire and love unconditionally. But what a shock that everything was different as and adult. But she continued to carry her friends in her heart hoping things would get better. .....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Origin (Lux, #4); Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I really don't know how I felt about this book. Like the others it had some descent action scenes. It was creatively action packed. I don't like when a book let all the warms and fuzzy in and then pull the rug from underneath your whole life. I thought the happy ending would last longer. Origin starts right where Opal left off. Katy has been taken by Daedalus and Daemon is hell bent on getting her back, no matter what it takes. I'm glad Blake the traitor were dealt with quickly. There were also really beautiful, tender moments between Daemon & Katy. I absolutely love me some Daemon Black. And being in his head and seeing how he thinks and how much he loves his Kitten was just ahhh-mazing! He actually says the words. I Love You. I loved uncovering the mystery behind the title. I loved meeting the new character, Archer. So we're left with two serious cliffhangers. Katy and Daemon do something that got me crazy for Daemon all over again, and Dawson and Beth are in a really risky situation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Obsidian (Lux, #1); Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: My first Alien series and I'm loving it. I loved the take on aliens, and the characters are so feisty and fun! It's one of those "new girl moves to town and falls in with a group of non-humans lead by a gorgeous yet douchey guy" kind of stories, but Katy is a really refreshing main character. She's snarky and can stand up for herself and despite her attraction to Daemon, she's not afraid to call him a dickhead when he's being one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coming Attraction (Public Attraction Trilogy, #1); Author: Sophia Moore; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: This was a quick read. The story keep me interested in what would happen next. I like the main characters, the seem to be realistic. I have to read the next book to know if I love this series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tear You Apart; Author: Megan Hart; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: This book was very emotional. The romance was awesome. I've never agreed on cheating. But for some reason I felt so so sorry Megan and Will. I would read this book again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Way of Forgiving; Author: Eileen Ramsay; Genres: romance; Review: The story and main characters were great. But there was too much fluff in this book. I didn't like reading all the added in fluff, way too much. I don't know if describing something in so much detail was such a great idea. The ending was like a cliff. Left you dangling. This is not a book I would read again ......; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Promises; Author: Katherine Stone; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I immensely loved this book. The characters were incredible. The twist at the end shock me. The best part was the romance was left to the imagination. I must read book......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Distant Shores; Author: Kristin Hannah; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: The beginning if this book was a slow read for me. The ending left me crying. I would recommend this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yesterday's Girl; Author: Anna Jacobs; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Yesterday's Girl started slow for me but I continue to read. I'm really glad I did. This was a wonderful love story. You won't want to put it down until you finished. I was actually drawn into the book with them. All of the characters were realistic.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush (Breathless, #1); Author: Maya Banks; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh you have to read this book. The chemistry between Gabe and Mia characters made this love story worth reading again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fever (Breathless, #2); Author: Maya Banks; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: This book was very emotional for me. I had to stop several times because of all the different feelings. I love happy endings. This was a fairy tale ending. Loved it ......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn (Breathless, #3); Author: Maya Banks; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: A Freaking good book!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: She's the One; Author: Cathy Kelly; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: In the beginning of this book was a slow read. But the more I read the better it got. This really should have been a series. Some of characters was left hanging. I want to know more or that happy ending. I don't particularly like guessing the test of the story. Reading 567 pages could have been two or three books ending better.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fallen and Leviathan (The Fallen, #1-2); Author: Thomas E. Sniegoski; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: This book definitely falls in the category on you to need to read it slowly. The version of the fallen angels theme is much more involved and speaks more of religion. This volume is composed of two books (The Fallen) and (Leviathan). . The Powers, a group of angels who are ever so determined to fulfill their mission in wiping out all abominations here in Earth, isn't what I expected them to be. They were so sure and at times, smug of their superiority over man. They even labelled man as 'animals' and treated humans with an intense cruelty that I never expected. I've learned to hate them. I've learned to worry and feel pity over their victims - harmless humans, their fallen brethren and nephilims, abominations according to The Powers are half-human, half angel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friends Forever; Author: Danielle Steel; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I love danielle steel books. This one started out slow. I wanted her to get to the point. Once I got half way through I couldn't put down the book. This was about five people two girls and three boys that became friends in kindergarten. I have to say I became more interested following their lives as adults. I was so happy Sean and Izzie ended up together like they should have been. Sean and his obsession with being in the FBI. So I guess I'm saying she had to set the scene of them as children and it bored me. I still love you Danielle....; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Other Side Of The River; Author: Jessica Blair; Genres: history, biography, romance, historical fiction; Review: This book started out slow for me. Too much detail, sometimes that can be irritating. But this was a great book. I'm a sucker for happy endings. You'll be kept in suspense until the end. Lived it........; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memorizing You; Author: Dan Skinner; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Did this book change your life life it did mine?????This book is ten stars. It was like reading my life, my memories of my husband. And how devastated I was with his death. What a beautiful book. This book is special to me. I consider it a gift that has allowed me to see life on a deeper level. That has opened me to feel things so that I'm not the same person I was when I first picked up this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captive Passions (Captive, #1); Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: This book is off the chain. Such love, adventure, and the romance was heavenly. Giving props to Fern Michaels!!!!!! A have to read book. Muchluv book lovers......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Tomorrow; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, poetry, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I can stop reading these books. This is just romance not erotic. I love this author.......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Cinderella (Hopeless, #2.5); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I thought it couldn't get any better than Hopeless and Losing Hope. It did, this book is great. I'm hopelessly in love with Six and Daniel. I haven't read a book written by Colleen Hoover that I didn't love. This is a must read book....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nightstar; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: poetry, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book. Books are suppose to be fantasy. And take you into there world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annie's Rainbow; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This book wasn't as great as some I have read by Fern Michaels. But this author is up there with my favorite books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Free Spirit; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Truth is book was ok. The characters were good but her Aunt Pixie was great. What Griff and Dory's journey was interesting. This book was nothing like the others I've read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Captive Embraces (Captive, #2); Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: This book was better than the first. It had romance, scandal, Infidelity, adventure, horror, cheating, external love, and more. This book I would read again.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captive Splendors (Captive, #3); Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I see the negative reviews but read for yourself. This book was great. I have loved this entire series. Women pirates it was awesome with their trials and love. Fern Micheals book has never disappointed me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captive Secrets (Captive, #4); Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this was the best in the series. An awesome ending. So unexpected, all I could say was wow.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Otherwise Unharmed (Evan Arden, #3); Author: Shay Savage; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: That's the sign of a good story, when you are able to put aside your moral code to love a very flawed hero. Anyone can write a great story, but not everyone can create characters that are so vivid and real that you forget you are reading a book and not living in it. If you're looking for a book that is heavy on romance, this isn't for you. Hated to say goodbye to Evan, Lia & sadly Odin but I truly enjoyed the journey The Evan Arden Books have taken me on. What an awesome ending to the perfect book series....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cinders to Satin; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, children, poetry, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I found myself experiencing all emotions I had to look around laughing in the house alone. This is a great book. All I can say about this book is that I wish I could give it 10 stars .....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For All Their Lives; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh if I could give this book 100 I would. I gave it five for the characters, how the story flowed and most of all the ending. I couldn't put this book down. Props to Fern Michaels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nosy Neighbor; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance, mystery; Review: Regardless of the other reviews I loved this book. The plot was great, love the characters and especially the dogs. The suspense, mystery and love connection kept me reading. I read for the enjoyment not to critique the book. I saw mistakes with words and sentences. But overall I would read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Celebration; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I know you'll feel like this women is just too stupid. But don't stop reading. Great book .....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christmas Bliss (Weezie and Bebe Mysteries, #4); Author: Mary Kay Andrews; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: What a pleasant book even some laughter. An easy read. Loved it......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secret Santa; Author: Fern Michaels; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: I was confused in the beginning. Then realized these were short stories. I'm not fond of short stories. I love all of Fern Michaels books but this one I didn't care for.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Deep Deception; Author: Tina Brooks McKinney; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I loved the plot and characters of this book. I have to say the ending shocked me. Can't wait to read the second book. Lots if drama, couldn't put down the book knowing I have to wait for second book in mail. I would say thus is a must read book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New York (Deceived, #1); Author: Eve Carter; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I like this book well enough to read the next book in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deceived - Part 3 Chloe's Revenge (Deceived, #3); Author: Eve Carter; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I really enjoyed this series. Although it wasn't close to my favorite series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor (Friday Harbor, #1); Author: Lisa Kleypas; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: What a great and magical love story. I couldn't put this book down. A quick read. Five stars, I would read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Christmas Secret (Christmas Hope, #5); Author: Donna VanLiere; Genres: thriller, poetry, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I read this book without stopping. Well written and every character kept me interested. I would have to say this book is a wonderful journey worth taking.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Game Misconduct (The Dartmouth Cobras, #1); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I really liked this book. I've never read anything like this before and was shocked. The characters (team) hockey players was great. Loved Max. Looking forward to seeing what happened with the team, with the father and her sister. As for the team I'm not sure who will end up with who.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep Deception 2; Author: Tina Brooks McKinney; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh a great read. This is a must read book. It kept me reading to find what would happen next. The ending I wanted to read more.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ruined (Ethan Frost, #1); Author: Tracy Wolff; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Chloe Girard and Ethan Frost has a wonderful love story. I so love Ethan. I would love to be Ruined by Ethan. Can't wait to read next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Defensive Zone (The Dartmouth Cobras, #2); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I've heard of BDSM but not to this extreme and certainly not getting married. Don't know if I'll finish. I hope it changes a some since it's a series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breakaway (The Dartmouth Cobras, #3); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I don't usually read books like this but this was a true love story. And the hockey team/players really made this story. Their lives, backgrounds and the hockey game was awesome. I loved Sabastian, Jamie and Luke I'll never forget there love story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Offside (The Dartmouth Cobras, #4); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this has been an emotional roller coaster. I laugh, cried, and anxious throughout this book. You don't have to know a thing about hockey to read this series. I love hockey and the player of this team, the Cobras. The chemistry if the characters kept me wanting more. It was like I really knew them. The characters in the other books came along for this journey. Giving props to the author if this series. Going in my favorite list of books. Get this series you won't be disappointed. I love hockey!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delayed Penalty (The Dartmouth Cobras, #5); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: [url] Check website they picked out stars for this hockey team. It's awesome. Wow Oh my gosh great book. Some their scenes was a little much for me but I will read again. Hoping another book is on the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Undeniable (Undeniable, #1); Author: Madeline Sheehan; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh first biker book. Awesome couldn't put down to write reviews. Just to sleep. :). With a touch of paranormal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playing for Pizza; Author: John Grisham; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I really couldn't put this book down. It was recommended. What was with the ending. Not a read again book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Warlord Wants Forever (Immortals After Dark #1); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Nikolia Worth and Myst loved them. Vampires...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boss (The Boss, #1); Author: Abigail Barnette; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Can't wait to read the next book. Oh my gosh I loved the characters. This book kept my attention the entire book. Took me longer to read because in suffering with vertigo. Awesome writer....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Before You Sleep (In Your Dreams #3); Author: Amy Martin; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult, romance; Review: I love this book. I couldn't stop reading just to see what was going to happen. I'm so freaking irritated about the ending. Usually I say I can't wait for the next book. I just it's hated the ending. Sorry!!!!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: As You Wake (In Your Dreams #2); Author: Amy Martin; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Waiting for third book. I loved this serious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bride (The Boss, #3); Author: Abigail Barnette; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Sophie and Neil had a wonderful journey of love. My favourite thing about this whole series and particularly this book is the relationship between Sophie and Neil, their in-jokes, how attuned they are to each other's emotions. Didn't like the ending. Finally schedule a date to get married. To be told Emma was having a baby during the same time. They put off their wedding for so many things. This might be another reason to Chang there wedding date.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hook-Up (The Boss, #2.5); Author: Abigail Barnette; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Personally I loved this book. I went through do much of this with the transplant. When she said he would still be a part if my life, even if he didn't make it through this. Well my husband didn't, only eighteen months after transplant. And especially when she said being loved by Neil Elwood (Vernon Taylor) was far more than I hope for was exactly how I feel now. The after effects. I guess I could relate allot to this part of the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unbeautifully (Undeniable, #2); Author: Madeline Sheehan; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Loved this book, Biker life style was unbelievable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unattainable (Undeniable, #3); Author: Madeline Sheehan; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh great book read, straight through without stopping. Love the characters Bikers wow ....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unbeloved (Undeniable, #4); Author: Madeline Sheehan; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh you have to read this freaking book. None stop reading. I absolutely loved the characters especially Deuce throughout this series. This booked I fell in love with Hawk. And the epilogue was off the chain. Can't wait....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Teflon Queen; Author: Silk White; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: This book was amazing. Love books when I can't put them down. I learn how some people of my color live. Wow so much action. Props to Silk ......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hunger Like No Other (Immortals After Dark #2); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: MacRieve Lachlian and Emmaline Troy I loved even more. I had to admit keeping the names straight was hard. Werewolves.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Rest for the Wicked (Immortals After Dark #3); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Sebastian Wroth and Kaderan. Love them together especially he got her sisters back. He really loved her to get her and her sisters back from the dead.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night (Immortals After Dark #4); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Bowen MacRieve of the Lykae clan was destroyed when he lost his mate. But the journey with him and Mariketa the Awaited is what love stories are made. Loved this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Desires After Dusk (Immortals After Dark #6); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Holly Ashwinv and Cadeon Woede was great book. The characters were wonderful and alive just made this book. Extremely funny at timed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Needs at Night's Edge (Immortals After Dark #5); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: This is the fifth book in the series, wishing I could give it more stars. It was an absolutely fantastic read! I loved everything about this book. In fact, it was my favorite book in the series so far. I couldn't put this book down. Can't wait to start the next book. I liked the way Cole incorporated paranormal and romance in this book. That's my fav to read. book. Not only did I fall in love with the hero, Conrad, and heroine, Neomi, personally, but I fell completely loved the plot of a different kind of romance. I wanted them to be together so bad I couldn't get myself together. I didn't want it to end. I especially wanted to read about their life together with the babies they're going to have. And I wanted to know what happen with Mariketa the Awaited after she cast what spell that has never been done. I really could go on and on about this book. I wasn't disappointed at the ending. It was fantastic. Best one in this series. It was just a different kind of romance a ghost and vampire. I like when Conrad he said, "My Bride by fate, my wife by choice".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daddy's Little Girl; Author: Mary Higgins Clark; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: This was an excellent read and very fast. I couldn't put the book down. Worth reading again .....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I'll Be Seeing You; Author: Mary Higgins Clark; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: This book was very enjoyable. Definitely a quick read and I love the characters. I would read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Fire (Night Trilogy, #1); Author: Catherine Coulter; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I really like this book although I hope the next book is better. I thought it too to long to get to the romance and happiness. These people were awful. Burke Drummond was totally in love when first meeting Arielle Leslie. Her being to young he moved on. Back in his mind no one could compete with his love for her. And when she was older getting her to fall back in love with him was awful going through the terrible things she went through. Just saying took to long for them to be together. Like filler pages....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Night Shadow (Night Trilogy, #2); Author: Catherine Coulter; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Knight Winthrop and Lily Tremaine in the second book of the series. I loved this book and found myself laughing througout the book. This is a romance book but very comical. I really enjoyed the characters in the book; especially Laura Beth the little four year old girl. Lily, one of the main characters was a very beautiful and strong willed lady who was a woman of sustance and good up bringing, whose father lost thier wealth due to gambling. Knight Winthrop is a very weathly gentelman who is a bacholor who unexpectantly takes her and the his two newphews and neice under his protection. I especially like Burke and Arielle being bought back into the series. The ending was the best ever. This is a quick read and I would read again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Night Storm (Night Trilogy, #3); Author: Catherine Coulter; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Alec and Genny was a strange couple. Alec Carrick lost his wife in childbirth and now brings up this wonderful daughter Hallie. She is do smart and funny. I love this character. When he receives a letter from Eugene Paxton, the son of a Baltimore shipyard owner, he goes to discuss a merger and discovers that the son is really a daughter. Genny in a disguise. I didn't really like this one, even if there wasn't anything explicitly wrong with it. Genny is supposed to be a strong tomboy, but she just comes across as weak when she should be strong. Her spinelessness got on my nerves on several occasions. Alec is a total buttwipe. And after his accident he was worst, why put in the story how nice and understanding he was after his accident just for him to regain his memories to become mean to his wife especially. I didn't understand the logic behind that. The random amnesia plot twist was just odd. I loved the ending.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sarah's Sin; Author: Tami Hoag; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I really enjoyed this book. But usually love books written by Tami Hoag.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Who Is He to You; Author: Monique D. Mensah; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh, oh my gosh can't wait to read more front this author. This is my first book of hers Monique D. Mensah. This keep in reading and I loved the characters I have to say this book is probably one of the most twisted and intriguing books I've ever read! Great freaking job, Monique!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inside Rain; Author: Monique D. Mensah; Genres: history, young-adult, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, mystery; Review: I somewhat enjoyed this book. I couldn't see why this book is in a series. I must have missed something in the first book. Both books where entirely different. The ending took me me by surprise. Just trying to see how this book relates to the first book in the series.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smoke Screen; Author: Monique D. Mensah; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Simone, Lauren and Ryan are all trying to heal from the same tragedy that impacted their lives a decade ago. The challenges to heal was so intriguing. I couldn't put the book down. And the serial killing was quite a surprise. Also bringing Rain in this book from the first book in the was a delightful surprise. I would read this again....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kiss of a Demon King (Immortals After Dark #7); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I absolutely love this book. Sabine, Sorceress of Illusions and Rydstrom Woede: the ruthless warrior where great. The humor was great. Just a great read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Teflon Queen PT 3; Author: Silk White; Genres: fiction; Review: This was a great action book. With that being said, I don't like books when everyone gets killed and there's no happy ending.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seven Sons (Gypsy Brothers, #1); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: This book introduces you to Julz (Sammie) and her mission of vengeance. She was brutally raped when she was 15 by her fathers "brothers" in his MC club. She is so badly beaten and in the hospital. She gets simplify and her death is faked. The all believe Julz to be dead, what they don't know is that she is alive and come back to seek justice for herself and her father against her "uncle" Dornan Ross and his seven sons who all raped her. I personally don't like her plan but I can't wait to get to the next book. One down!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Teflon Queen PT 2; Author: Silk White; Genres: fiction; Review: Number one assassin in the world. Wow what an action pack book. Just like watching a movie. Only one part I hated James dying. Can't wait until I read next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep Kiss of Winter (Includes: Immortals After Dark, #8; Alien Huntress, #3.5); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: This couple really struggles. The reactions to their situations were very realistic. And for all these reasons, I absolutely loved this book. The two of them not being able to touch each other was brilliant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pleasure of a Dark Prince (Immortals After Dark #9); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Kresley Cole, I love this world she's created, I love her characters, they draw me into their world. I miss them when I'm not reading. Her hooks keeps me on the edge of my seat. I love that characters from other books are being inserted (Emma and Lachlain). Lachlain's younger brother Garreth MacRieve, has had to take up leadership of the Lykae - a responsibility he doesn't really want. Living next door to the Valkyries, when he first sees Lucia the Archer he knows instantly that she is his mate. Her sister is Regin the Radiant. As "plot-devices designed to keep the lovers apart. You want a happy ending but can't tell by the way Cole writes this which is actually perfect. Cole creates an inescapable situation, lets her characters really suffer until it seems like there will be no happy ending at all, and then comes up with a very neat solution in the nick of time. The further along you get in this series, the more intertwined the stories become, the more detailed the world, the better the adventures.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Someone Else's Daughter (Miranda's Rights, #1); Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Miranda Rights Mysteries: Its a murder mystery, a love story of a woman's personal journey from being victimized by her husband to a strong women that kept me reading until I finished the book. Putting in my favorite books and will continue to read this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delicious Torment: Book II; Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery; Review: Torn between leaving town and continuing to work for the Parker Agency, Miranda Steele made the right chose. This book was awesome. Steele on another with the handsome Parker. So much action I couldn't put down the book. I don't like spoilers so I'll just say a must read book. Almost as great as the first. Five stars for both.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Demon from the Dark (Immortals After Dark #10); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh awesome. I absolutely love this book. Malkom Slain was demon poisoned with vampire blood) against his will. I just adored this character. Best love story!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever Mine: Book III; Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: romance; Review: Oh my gosh this book was great. Miranda Steele and Wade Parker continues this journey to find her daughter by going to Chicago to try to get Amy's adoption records opened. And the action continues with CoCo's ex husband trying to get her back. Also the wedding drama with Wades daughter and Miranda's boss at the academy. The ending was action packed. Wow what a book. I stopped to see if there was another in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fire Dancer: Book IV; Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Miranda and Wade are on there honeymoon in Hawaii, when she has another temper tantrum at Wade and leaves. I'm so sick of her tantrums. It getting old by this book I thought she would finally believe their marriage would last forever. Wade is a wonderful man. I just don't get it. But I love the book and that's all that disappointed me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What We Won't Do For Love; Author: Mz. Robinson; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh the Epilogue now I didn't see that coming. Damon set this all up to get Octavia. I'm really outdone. They met and got married in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreams of a Dark Warrior (Immortals After Dark #11); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Regin The Radiant has always been my favorite Valkyrie in the Immortals After Dark series. And this booked proved how awesome she is in this book because of allot of twist following her journey. Regin was twelve years old when she first meets Aidan the Fierce her fated mate. But that's were all the twist comes in. Once Regin comes of age they begin their love affair only to have it prematurely ended when Aidan is assassinated. But now Aidan has to be reincarnated every thousands years or so. She suffer the same loss over and over again he dies. That is until she realizes Aidan has come back as the monster---- Declain Chase, a brutal Celtic soldier, she recognizes her proud warlord reincarnated. But Declan takes her captive, intending retribution against all immortals--unaware that he belongs to their world. ----that ordered her horrendous torture and the incarceration. That's when the shocker comes in and the twist and of course the happy ending. I freaking loved this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lothaire (Immortals After Dark #12); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh this book is great. Lothaire the ultimate villain and is known as the Enemy of Old because he doesn't discriminate; he hates everyone, especially humans. I really think he's a misunderstood vampire. His romance/passion with Elizabeth (Ellie) has you glued to the pages. I love how we learn more about Nyx, the Everknowing who brings new light into their past. She is so funny as usual. Lothaire's commitment to his true bride as well as his dedication to a promise made as a child made this book my second favorite second in this series Immortals After Dark paranormal romance awesome!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MacRieve (Immortals After Dark, #14); Author: Kresley Cole; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: To me this book started out slow. Or maybe I just couldn't relate it to previous book. Uilleam MacRieve (Will) believed he'd laid to rest the ghosts of his boyhood. His tape as a boy and the killing of his mother (pregnant) by a succubus that live in the woods by his home. He was also imprisoned at the Order by Dustin Todd aka Webb head of The Order. Which happens to be his mates father. Chloe Todd is forced to enter a terrifying new world of monsters (Soccer player going to the Olympics). I loved their journey with all the drama. This books ends with his twin brother being captured and tortured. While being held there he sees his mate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Me Before You (Me Before You, #1); Author: Jojo Moyes; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this has got to be the best book this year. A must read!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: An Interrupted Love Story (Can You Mend It? #1); Author: Billy Wood-Smith; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I wouldn't have read if I knew I had to wait for the next book. I really give this book a 10. This is a must read book. I don't really like going into details about the books I read. I hate spoilers. What a great read!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Score (Gypsy Brothers, #4); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: I'm really speechless. Why didn't she listen to Jase. So set on revenge. Oh my gosh Dornan knows everything and his father Emilio is worst than he is with just fewer words. She thought Dornan wouldn't live but you can kill Satan. I don't how many of the the Gypsy Brothers still lives after the explosions but she going to wish she died long ago. I just can't believe what happen at the end. What a cliffhanger!!!!!!!!Can't wait for next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thin Ice (Miranda's Rights #5); Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: romance; Review: I've been a little disappointed with the series only because Maranda kept running away from Parker. I love their journey of love, drama and excitement. I want more of their story. Ten stars....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn for Me (Fighting Fire, #1); Author: Lauren Blakely; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Firemen wow!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: All Eyes on Me (A Miranda and Parker Mystery Book 1); Author: Linsey Lanier; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: I love reading about Miranda and Parker. I'm never disappointed. Hope there are more books too read. Loved it....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Descension (Mystic, #1); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Layla and Quin's journey was epic. What a wonderful love story. Fantasy, futuristic and Ghost. Oh my gosh what a fantastic book. I read straight through. Love this book....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrecked (Forever, #4); Author: Priscilla West; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Lorrie meets Hunter. The man, the legend, "the Hammer." What a great love story. I couldn't put this book down. Didn't want to sleep. Cliffhanger I just hate them. His best friend Gary looks like he hates Lorrie at the end. Can't wait to read next book. I love Hunter......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rescued (Forever, #5); Author: Priscilla West; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: The conclusion to Lorrie and Hunter's journey to a healthy relationship. She didn't really get answers but she got Hunter. I love this book although I got frustrated with Lorrie and her stepfather(the murderer). This seem like a very realistic romance novel. Loved it....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Impassion (Mystic, #2); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: The first book was so amazing I didn't think it could get better than the first book I was wrong. This book left me speechless and wanting more. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to continue Layla's and Quin's love story journey. I'm hoping for a happier ever after. I miss the characters already.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deception (Mystic, #3); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: At this point I find I myself reading to get to what's going to happen next. I find that I'm often rolling my eyes and find myself scanning the text to just get through it. Three books in and Layla hasn't started her training. She's the strongest witch in the world and don't know it. I love the book and how we met Quin's friends. But Argo will stop at nothing to get his, as he says. It just seems like it's being stretch to make another book. This is a wonderful love story. Quin's and Layla Love are great characters in the awesome series. But know I want to see her powers. Argo the warlock will not wait for her to get ready. They taught her done fun things to do that will not help her with what's to come. I cringe when I read about Argo. He has list his mine over her. I would recommend the book just didn't care that much about book three. Well coffee and the next book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Retribution (Mystic, #4); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this is an emotional ride through this book. It has to be the best book in the series. I don't know about others readers but I needed tissues. The relationship between Quin and Layla goes to a level we can only know through the pages in this book. They bond on every possible level, and make the term "soul mates" seem trivial. "What they had betrayed the boundaries of human language and couldn't be described, only felt." Heat!!! Quin and Layla make the most of their time together never wasting a moment to express their love and devotion to one another. Retribution is filled with some serious passion, yes that means you are going to get plenty of hot and steamy love scenes, and it was not always about sex. I was amazed with the battle with Agro. Layla surprise the heck out of me. She did what I was hoping for throughout the book. She really stepped up and my gosh showed a different side of herself. It was utterly epic!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Destruction (Mystic, #5); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I'm so relieved Argo and his threats were eliminated. I'm still frustrated with Layla she acts so weak to be the greatest witch in the world. Quinn has taken over all the worrying. I absolutely love Quinn. Maybe that's why she sits back and let him take care of her but she's the strongest. But reading she doesn't act like she's knows she stronger than him. I hope we get more growth in her character. Now Quinn I still totally love with all he's been through...... Now the happiness and joy in this book had me excited, crying and anxious. But their happiness is awesome. I love the way they love each other. And oh my gosh the family love in the coven makes their journey great. What a love love story. Now Dark Guild assassin is after her. How in the heck did Quinn and Layla separate from each other know that Dark Guild assassin worst than Argo. And this ending broke me heart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Devastation (Mystic, #6); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I love this series. Layla finally stands up for herself. I've always love Quinn. Book six Layla was the person I wanted her to be kick a... and maybe it's because we don't play when it come to our children. But the I read epilogue what the heck. Where is my happily ever after that I been waiting for. They deserve it after all they've been through. I'm still giving this series a five. Books like the you re-live in your mind after you've read it once. I'll always remember these character. Layla and Quinn a beautiful love story. I totally loved this series and author but I have to acknowledge my frustration how the story evolved. Don't get me wrong, their love story is the tale of the century a work of fiction however it encapsulates every emotion and allows you to take the journey with them. I swear it was almost like being there. However I thought I was getting my HEA, the the epilogue now there's more. That was very disappointing. Still one of my fav series and can't wait to read the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gentlemen Prefer Succubi (Succubus Diaries, #1); Author: Jill Myles; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I absolutely love the book. The characters were great Remy, Noah and Zane kept me reading. Jackie really got on my nerves. She was just stupid. Can't wait to read next book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inescapable (The Premonition, #1); Author: Amy A. Bartol; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: First off, I absolutely LOVED Evie!! She's tough, strong, determined, and doesn't just sit around whining like some of the other heroines tend to do. I loved that Evie's already kind of bad-ass before she even starts to realize she's different; as an athletic, fairly outgoing, and daring heroine from the start, she is NO Bella Swan! When Reed confronts her, she sticks up for herself and doesn't let him push her around, and she is persistent about finding out what the magnetic pull to him means even if he's a total ass in the process. Part of what finally makes Reed change his mind about her (other than the butterflies he feels on his side) is how amazing this girl is; her bravery, witty comments, and determination win everyone over, me included!! Her friendships with Russell, Freddie, Buns, and Brownie showed off just how awesome a character she is, too, and I loved the banter between them and all of the fun moments they had together!! The cliffhanger is great can't wait to read next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Addicted (Ethan Frost, #2); Author: Tracy Wolff; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: The conclusion to Chloe and Ethan's journey. And it an journey worth reading over and over again. I would give this book a ten. I love Ethan in the first book and love him even more in this book. The ending to their journey is every women's fantasy. To be loved that much. Wow!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daric's Mate (The Vampire Coalition, #5); Author: J.S. Scott; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Prince Daric Carvillius a vampire healer, the most powerful being on earth. He had long ago given up the idea of finding his destined mate. He doesn't like the idea of taking blood from humans finding it repulsive and distasteful. Try's to satisfy his desire by ordering food. One this night it's pizza and allot if it. Hannah Temple inherits the only pizza place in town. Decides to deliver pizza to Daric in a blizzard instead of losing her best customer. And this is where the love story begins. He realizes that she's his destined to be his mate. I love this book the most outbid this series. Read the series. You won't be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disappear; Author: Iain Edward Henn; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: The book was intriguing and the plot was great. But it was a little confusing. The author had a great idea with this book but the jumping back and forth was irritating. I think someone put it into these terms with explains the book in my opinion. Perhaps there were a few too many characters and it might have been a better idea to flesh out some of the main players more. But all in all it keep me reading to see what would happen.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iron Cross (The Dartmouth Cobras #6); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: The Dartmouth Cobra series is great in that each book is so different from the others yet they all include the whole cast of characters. Scott, Luke and Tyler getting into all kinds of trouble keeps things funny. Casey for being little is just too much, Becky daughter is great. She's so girly with the guys loving every minute of her polishing their nails. The little one is hilarious. You learn more about Chicklet, Tyler and Laura's relationship. I love the sincerity in the relationship. And I absolutely love Raif. Oh my gosh the perfect ending to a great book. I'm not saying series because I'm hoping for more books. AWESOME!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Succubi Like It Hot (Succubus Diaries, #2); Author: Jill Myles; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Ok Jackie started showing some back bone. I was sick of her taking so long to catch on to her new life. I loved the first book and this one is even better. It's loaded with plenty of humor, action, mystery, seduction and just kept me reading. And all the while on this disastrous road to New Orleans. Oh my gosh the humor was great in both books. I'll continue the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Fair Succubi (Succubus Diaries, #3); Author: Jill Myles; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Once again Jackie and her BFF Remy are on another adventure to apprehend the missing Halo for the Archangels. They always have hidden agenda, guessing more adventures for us more possibilities of more books to come. I absolutely love all the characters and Remy I'd freaking hilarious. And the introduction of Ethan, the big Boy Scout was a pleasant tough maybe to tame Remy. I hope we hear from Noah again. The ending was quite awesome, what a love story Jackie and Zane.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Succubi Are Forever (Succubus Diaries, #4); Author: Jill Myles; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I'm giving this book a freaking 10. EPIC I have to admit I didn't like Jackie in first book but JM turned the entires around for me. I loved every character in the book and will me reading about them. The quotes from Remy's memoir(these are PRICELESS!) are at the beginning of each chapter. I can see the series continuing with Jackie as the Queen and at her side bad boy vamp Zane the star of the entire series, bringing the fallen back to the light. And rebellious vamps not wanting her Queen. Also Noah, I have to have a continuation of his life. And of course Remy and Ethan life together has to be hilarious. Best series ever!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Succubus, Interrupted (Succubus Diaries, #3.5); Author: Jill Myles; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Love this series. Hilarious!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Kate Huntley; Author: Theresa Ragan; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Excellent book I was so captivated by this book couldn't stop reading. What a wild ride this book was. Kate has made herself into a tough as nails, take no prisoners woman, she trusts no one and tends to hit first and ask questions later. I liked her personality; I liked the way she didn't just lay down and cry but came up punching every time she got knocked down. She has a certain amount of vulnerability to her but she hides it well. Jack Coffey made me laugh more than once, so out of his element in the field he tended to get into trouble often and bless his heart, Kate was always there to help him out. He struggled with the concept that people he had trusted weren't who he thought they were and was naive in a way, just made me want to hug him. It didn't hurt that he was good looking and had a nice body either. The supporting cast of characters were all interesting and well fleshed out. The bad guys kept themselves hidden well and I didn't figure out who they all were until they were revealed. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good fast paced action/adventure with some good laughs and romance along the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last White Knight; Author: Tami Hoag; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I must be a total romantic but I loved that the Senator did not give up on his belief that they would make a great pair. I couldn't put this book down. She didn't get good reviews on this book. Sometime about her writing mystery I think but I must just love a happy ending. Great book!!!! Take a chance and read this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Am That Bitch; Author: Cinnamon Brown; Genres: fiction; Review: Lesha Just sealed her fate. She insulted the wrong person. Carlo's wife......oh my gosh. Wow what a book. So many twist I can't wait to read book two. And what a cliffhanger.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Am That Bitch 2; Author: Cinnamon Brown; Genres: fiction; Review: Oh my gosh love this book better than one. Can't wait for book three. My gosh Carlos is alive and going the d... Thing. The God mother has hook up with Destiny. Jason should have known she was up to something. And Lesha and Girlfriend are really close. Plz don't make us wait to long for three with that cliffhanger. Need to see what will happen. I love all the characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raw (RAW Family, #1); Author: Belle Aurora; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: A freaking fantastic book. I'm giving this book a 10 stars. A must read book.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Executive Mistress; Author: George Sherman Hudson; Genres: fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this book is awesome. It's a quick read because you can't put it down. I would recommend this book. Definitely five stars....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Touch of Ice (The Kaldr Chronicles, #1); Author: Kody Boye; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: This book had a great plot and characters. But I found myself wanting answers. I kept reading over what I read to see if I miss anything. Also Jason was so laid back he never ask Guy questions I needed answers. For example, what happened at Guys flat to make them go on the run from the police. Any humans would have ask allot of questions to what he did to that man before leaving the scene. I needed more background on Guy he was very mysterious. I had questions about his family. In paranormal I'm use to knowing what kind of beast created them. I have to admit I was a little confused. But it was a great quick read. Now for the ending, that was terrible unless the author is coming out with a sequel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pull My Hair; Author: Kimberly Kaye Terry; Genres: romance; Review: Liz and Greg finding the love they share was more than love it was so much deeper. Liz was lost being ashamed of her past as a child. But Greg's devotion to her and their marriage made this a wonderful love story. This was about her coming to terms with what happen to her as a child. Oh lots is sex. I have to admit that I was surprised to find he was white and she was black only because this is my first mixed relationship book. AWESOME!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Face of the Maiden; Author: Emma Wildes; Genres: history, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I never thought I would really like this book but I loved it. Loved this ghostly historical romance! Ill-fated lovers Phillip and Caroline are reliving their tragic history through present day hero Phillip and Celia. Each night, Celia and Phillip dream of what happened to Caroline, a former countess, and her lover, Phillip, her husband's son. With a delicious combination of romance, suspense, murders, adultery, and a creepy ghost story to boot, this book was definitely one of those rare finds.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hidden Fire (Elemental Mysteries, #1); Author: Elizabeth Hunter; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: This is a beautifully written book about young libarian Beatrice De Novo and mysterious Dr. Giovanni Vecchio is amazing introduction into this paranormal series. I love how the author changes what we all assume about vampires into this paranormal vampire legend by giving hers some supernatural traits based on the elements. In this story there is a perfect balance between the two. The characters get to know each other. They do not constantly talk about how hot the other makes them or how much they want to get them into bed. While there is some definite sexual tension between the two, it is more emotionally involved than most romance novels. You really feel that the characters care for one another, but they are realistic about how they feel. Can't wait to read next book. I'm still looking for that happy ever after with these too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Art of the Heart; Author: Dan Skinner; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Dan Skinner as usual you didn't disappoint. He's writes this short love story of Zac Weston living in a small town unnoticed. All I want to say is that this is a book worth reading, your time. Thanks again Dan, I can't quit describe your writing except brilliant. "For those moments inside whatever it had been he'd felt desire and loved, and normal".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: This Same Earth (Elemental Mysteries, #2); Author: Elizabeth Hunter; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: This book really shed light on B's feelings and conflicting emotions when it came to Gio. It was so raw and desperate, I found myself tearing up. She underwent such an emotional trauma that I couldn't understand what the hell Gio was thinking. His ability to recognize and eventually regret that decision was pivotal for his relationship with B---finally!! This book flows along smoothly and has the perfect blend of action, romance, drama, mystery, humor and emotion. Once again I found myself reacting to situations right alongside the characters and sharing in their emotions. If you're for hot sex in this book it's not here just raw romance that's why I love this book. Your imagination make it clear of the romance between B and Gio. And the family characters make the book. They are like real life, in the real world except for the paranormal aspect. Loving this series. "Love is a single soul dwelling in two bodies".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Force of Wind (Elemental Mysteries, #3); Author: Elizabeth Hunter; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Beatrice and Giovanni pretend nephew is introduced in this book which is a pleasant surprise. This book also goes into more details of the characters. The search for "the book" and Beatrice's father Stephen continues, this time taking us to China, into Tenzin's world. We see a lot of Tenzin in this book, which I was very happy about. She is one of the Eight Immortals Council daughter. There's a lot to do with Beatrice's dad, too and what's happens with him and Tenzin. And of course, there is Lorenzo, up to his usual tricks. I love him as a villain - he's sneaky and conniving and unquestionably dangerous, but oh, so much fun. This series is freaking awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Fall of Water (Elemental Mysteries #4); Author: Elizabeth Hunter; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: My first of the elemental mysteries series. The action and emotion is amazing. It broke my heart, made me laugh, made me cry, and filled me with joy. Such a great ending to the series. Omg everyone that I've grown to love is in this last installment. Gio and Beatrice are accompanied by Ben, Dez and Matt, with Carwyn and Tenzin along for the ride, as well as a few unexpected and friends popping up, including the mysterious Livia. The best part of the series seeing a constant with Gio and B's eternal love and devotion. Oh and how detail the elements are described in the series "Elemental Mysteries" vamps and humans. Freaking fantastic series....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadows of the Heart (The Unicorns #1); Author: Lord' Williams; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: I re-read this book. Still loved it and was still a little confuse. Love the Bible aspect of the book. This is definitely a hard book to put down. And you will love all the characters. Great book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Onyx (Lux, #2); Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh. Ok without a doubt this is ten stars. How could you not love this book and it's the sequel. Sweet baby aliens everywhere! Everything in this book is just so freaking overwhelming, my emotions were all over the place. This book is just so freaking ah-ma-zing! I was shocked by the revelations, amazed by the twists, touched by the characters, swooned by the moments, stunned by the discoveries, broken by the loss. Outstanding sequel that is just so freaking addictive. I'm so in love with this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Opal (Lux, #3); Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I just want to start off with I so love this book. But I'm so pissed off right now. They just had to trust Blake again now look what happened. He took the opal and left them. It was as if he set them up. Seven Arum surrounded him then let him go after he mouthed to Katy "I'm sorry". I've a bad feeling the entire book about Bake. I kept stopping to take a breath knowing something bad was going to happen. The cliffhanger is off the chain!!! And NO I wouldn't read this series again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Omega Mine (Alpha & Omega, #1); Author: Aline Hunter; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh what a great book. I love Diskant and Ava's journey. I'm mean the book was hawtttt!!! I'm fanning myself hot. Diskant is an Omega which means he has several animals that he can shift into and also help s with all the packs. He rides a freaking Harley. Ava is human with some nifty powers of her own, like telepathy which was pretty cool. She's very strong will which changed some after the mating bond. She was weak or a pushover, which I totally loved. They met when Ava is attacked by vampires and Diskant saves her. He immediately recognizes that she's his mate and takes her home. She's unconscious when he takes her to his home. She flees after she wakes but can't forget that kiss. He doesn't know her name and it takes weeks to find her with the help of his pack. His best friend Trey finds her and their journey begins. Her gave her a nickname Pinkie because of the pink streaks in her hair. There's allot going on in this book. But it's understandable because it lays the groundwork for the series. Ava has to deal with her gambling brother with all the bad stuff that comes with that. The Shifters has to deal with a religious group called Shepherds (humans) that wants them all dead. Oh and the paranormals has to deal with a group called Villati who knows all there secrets. There's also problems between the Shifters and the Vampires. So yes there's allot going on but I turned the pages like I was in their world. And I can't forget all the politics within the Shifters and the wolf packs. I hope in the next books we get to experience Emory and Mary's and Trey and Sadie journeys. The authors wrapped up Diskant and Ava's personal journey up by nicely by giving us our HEA, while leaving us loose ends in the form of an overall plot cliffhanger so we'll want to read the next book. And I can't wait to read the rest of this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Opposition (Lux, #5); Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I really hope the author revisits the Lux/Arum world in the future because I would love to see more of Daemon and Kat, Dawson and Beth, Hunter and Serena, Dee I really hope Ms. Armentrout revisits the Lux/Arum world in the future because I would love to see more of Daemon and Kat, Dawson and Beth, Hunter and Serena, Dee and Archer, Luc, and Hunter's brothers. And even though this was a stellar, satisfying conclusion, there are still some things that felt somewhat open/unresolved. This was the best book in the series I don't like my emotions all over the place this series was stressful or I was so anxious. Anyway a great series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intuition (The Premonition, #2); Author: Amy A. Bartol; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh they finally made love. No details but it made you feel the love between them (Evie and Reed). You know it's a great book when you can't wait to get home to read. Can't wait to start the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indebted (The Premonition, #3); Author: Amy A. Bartol; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: What I DON'T love about Evie... Shes had got to protect everyone. If she says it in the forth book I officially I will recommend people not to read. I get it, everyone wants to protect the ones they love, but she is so self sacrificing and doesn't always look at the big picture! Then, there's her soulmate Russel. Here we are at the fourth book and Russell doesn't have someone that really loves him. For the previous books, I'm enjoying the love triangle between Russel, Evie and Red. I even love the idea of soulmate vs true love. But with Brennus. And now Casimir on the picture, isn't it just too much to have so many characters wanting for a single person. Yeah, I get it that Evie's special... But really!!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Us (Lost, #1); Author: Layla Hagen; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh what a great book. This is Definitely a 5 star book. I just pick this up to take a break from the series I was reading and I couldn't stop. I adored Serena. I love that she's so different than the women that James usually goes after and that they have such a great connection between them. Even though they are opposite in so many ways--especially when it comes to risk-taking--they have so many things in common to make a physical relationship transform into an emotional one as well. If you want a happy ever after this is it. But wait I have another book in this series. Well for now I'm happy. I absolutely loved this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Call Me Crazy; Author: Quinn Loftis; Genres: young-adult, romance; Review: Oh my gosh what a fan-freaking-tastic book gY"s. I loved everything about this book the humor, the characters, and especially Trey Swift, gorgeous Native American hunk. (Inserting a swooning sigh). I loved it was the POV of both Trey and Talky. Oh yeah, my top boyfriend of this year. His devotion was so freaking adorable. Can I have one of those hunky Native Americans. Lol Trey is freaking adorable and he has a little temper. But more so if it has to do with Tally. I love how he always has Tally's back. The scene when he tells Tally's father off is freaking awesome. You can't help but love Trey. He's protective, kickazz and such a sweetheart. He meets Tally at a mental hospital. His mother is also at the facility and diagnosis which schizophrenia. And her friend Candy is so hilarious. I really liked Candy and she was an excellent supporting character that did allot to help Tally. Tally is at the facility because she had a total meltdown at school and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. We watch as she comes to terms with her disease and runs into some interesting characters along the way. Including Candy who provides some much needed comic relief to a tragic story. She's just freaking hilarious gY~,. This was s allot to take in and while there is humor and the lighthearted characters there is allot of pain and stress. I'm happy I got my HEA.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Iniquity (The Premonition, #5); Author: Amy A. Bartol; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh it took me forever to start this book. After starting and reading my reviews or lack there of, I remembered why it was so hard to start this book. Books three and four seem to basically be the same which was frustrating for me. These two books were on repeat capture, escape, capture, escape, and she gets capture again. The entire series was about the great Evie and how all the guys wanted her. You can't make that plot stretch into a series. I got so disappointed that I just refused to read the last book of the series. I finally caved and read the freaking final book. Evie and multiple suitors and that sickened me; that many men for one women seem so repetitive, so reading this last book took allot of effort. She did find out her mission in this book. That being said, I can honestly say the ending was sorta good. I loved the battle and the ending somewhat. Evie and Reed together but not leaving out Brennus. I have to admit I started to love Brennus in this book, especially after turning farie. And his brother Finn was especially great in this book. I would have love to know more about Anya and Russell, Brownie and Bunns. All we knew about Xavier was she knew him from high school and always loved her. Oh and that heaven pick him for her and she wanted someone else. I really did feel bad for him. She how confusing this all could be. Yes she's in danger and running for her life. But she has Reed and their posse at her side with Brennus and Xavier still close by determined to have Evie as their own. This is where the battle comes in and the drama intense as the boys continue their battle to protect her. A new bad boy was introduced Emil, but he had history with her too. It's so complex, their history it almost takes the entire book to tell their story. He's worst than a bad boy he's pure evil. That's when tension builds towards the inevitable battle between good and evil. Evie' actions during the battle causes the conclusion to everyone's ending in this book. I liked this book because of the action, history of some characters, adventure, drama, and I finally go sone progression. But honestly I thought the series was stretched out too far. It was incredible repetitive only for this book to be information overload. I was happy to get some descent backstory that ties everything together.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Married to His Lies; Author: Mz. Robinson; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: ** spoiler alert ** SPOILER... This book was about Octavia's friend Shontay and her drama with Kenny. Kenny was her husband and cheated on her all the time and had a child out of wedlock Alicia. Shontay inherited money from her mom is where the real drama started. And her Happy Ever After left Shontay with Savoy in Belize. And Kenny dead. But the Epilogue ended the a call staying that "they" made it to their destination. Emphasis on "they". A secret call came in to Damon stating that they made it. But Shontay called to say they made it also and this was there first call stating so. Octavia got Damon phone and called the mysterious phone number and it was Alicia. Wtf....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lies We Tell for Love; Author: Mz. Robinson; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: All I can say is wow I never saw that coming. I'm definitely reading the next book. One thing I didn't care for, there was really to much going on at the end of book three.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Ordinary Love; Author: Mz. Robinson; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh the first thing I want to say is I didn't think Octavia had it in her. That was the best beat down ever. I so proud of her for how she defended her family from Venetta aka Shayla. Now her family is complete. Now for the epilogue there's going to some serious epic s... happening in the next book. Tamara is sister, to Damon's best friend, Savoy. Who married Octavia's best friend Shontay. Both died.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maybe Someday (Maybe, #1); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Maybe Someday is a soul-searching, heartfelt and very intense romance book that packs a weighty emotional punch - its a. very sensual relationship of songwriter and lyricist working together with a forbidden love story which really will have your heart melting for everyone involved. To say It was emotionally invested in all of these characters is a big understatement.i love every character especially Warren. I don't know if my heart could take reading this again. Sydney and Ridge was pure magic. Their method of communicating with each other felt like a language meant only for Sydney and Ridge. You have to read this book. You won't be disappointed!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Single Husbands; Author: HoneyB; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I love this book. I never realize in a million years that these kind of things happen. Three different relationships was off the chain. I was married seventeen years and our relationship was absolutely nothing like this. Wow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Split Image; Author: Anna Black; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: The storyline was original, and kept me flipping the pages until I got to the very last one. The action that took place at the beginning of the book with Julianna really set the tone for the book and was actually quite shocking. I would definitely say this is a to read book. I love the characters and the flow of the book. The twins were like night and day. Like me and identical twins sister. The unconditional love they have for each other and the rest of the family I can relate too. Nothing can come between me and my twin. Must read book. I will definitely read more of this author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Her Guardian Angel (Her Angel, #4); Author: Felicity Heaton; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: The book is filled with mystery, action, romance, and plenty of twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end of the novel. I love how the characters all came back together in this book. I loved Amelia was not weak and how much Marcus loved her so he gave up everything to be with her. The twist is the book is awesome Oh my gosh the friends and the love between them. Heaven or Hell didn't have a chance against the love between the characters in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Her Avenging Angel (Her Angel, #7); Author: Felicity Heaton; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I love this Nevar and Lysia's story. Nevar is one of the fallen Hell's Angels and the poor guy has been through a lot. He yearns to rid himself of the evil that taints him and constantly fights his own urgings. So much so that I want to say to him "Dude, embrace the darkness! Heaven ain't all it's cracked up to be here". And in the end, Nevar proves that he'll do whatever it takes to keep Lysia safe and by his side. The books should be read in order as the storylines and characters cross and build upon each other. That is one of the things I love best about this series is that all the bonded couples and several other characters from the earlier books play significant roles in the books that follow. I really enjoyed seeing the family they have all become.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soft Shatter (Wolven Moon #1); Author: Dany Rae Miller; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: This book is freaking awesome. I would give it ten stars if I could. The plot and main characters made you apart of their world. The world of witches and wolves. The author let me read as she wrote each chapter. I couldn't wait to get the next chapters to read. I really loved all the main characters: Shavone, Nash, Ben and Enrique. Dany Rae didn't disappoint. The waiting was worth the wait. I don't really like disclosing the story. But this book is worth your time. I can't wait for the sequel. The ending of Soft Shatter has me anxious for the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Her Wicked Angel (Her Angel, #6); Author: Felicity Heaton; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I loved the story of Asmodeus and Liora. The others couples from other books made this book in the series awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Go the Fuck to Sleep; Author: Adam Mansbach; Genres: young-adult, comics, children, poetry, graphic, non-fiction, fiction; Review: Way funny. If you have children that don't want to sleep, plz read. This book is way to funny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stealer of Souls (Immortal, #3); Author: Valjeanne Jeffers; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: I don't like books the end. "To be continued".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Epilogue (The Dark Duet, #3); Author: C.J. Roberts; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I wanted to hate Caleb for all he did but I couldn't. As tragic and disturb as their journey started it was worth the read. This book confirm that I truly love the characters. Caleb captured my heart. They were so right together. Livvie and Caleb gave me my Happy Ever After. I would recommend this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Otherwise Alone (Evan Arden, #1); Author: Shay Savage; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: I'm totally hooked! This story did everything necessary to get me invested in the Evan Arden Trilogy. It included everything and the cliffhanger makes you want to read immediately. Moving on to the next book in the series. Wow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Otherwise Occupied (Evan Arden, #2); Author: Shay Savage; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Omg.i really need to get to the next book!!! Okay seriously what did I just read?? I am flabbergasted!Dumbfounded! "I hated that ending" and then almost immediately contradicted myself thinking that was a freaking awesome ending!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uncockblockable (Evan Arden, #2.5); Author: Shay Savage; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: This is short story about Nick Wolfie, Rinaldo Moretti's son. Nick Wolfe is born illegitimate to an incrediably rich Chicago Mafia King. Spoiled, professional bum that loves sex this where the titles comes in but he meets Milena. Which sounds like it might be the rival of his father. I really enjoyed Nick and his cockiness. Looking for more of Nick and Milena.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty (Raw Family, #2); Author: Belle Aurora; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh what a great book. Not only did I take this journey with Julius and Alexandra but I got a look into what was going on with Twitch. My composure through this book was all over the place. Alexandra went through so much. I'm upset while writing this review. She was brought up in a certain way and it was expected of her to make sacrifices. But she paid paid ultimate sacrifice marring Dino son of another mob family. I loved Julius, being the best friend of Twitch. Julius was the judge, jury and executioner of the underworld. He took car of his sister and her baby after she was raped by their father. She also best friends with Ana. This book was told from alternate points of view. Yes from Alexandra, Julius, and sometimes Ling his hit partner. She was a piece of work. Being back with her mob family would be another great book. Julius and Twitch we're introduced to new characters related to Twitch. I loved their journey and can't wait to read what I need most about Twitch. So far I can't find the next book. I'll try contacting the author. On my best list.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captured (The Captive, #1); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh what a great ending. Arianna, Max and Jack/Jerrico escaped. Jack being Braith's brother and a vampire. Wow can I go to sleep now. I know this book has mixed reviews so maybe it's an acquired taste. Because this book is AWESOME!!! The story is set in the future where Vampires are no longer hiding in the shadows. They have revealed themselves to the world and their collective sent the humans into hiding fearing extermination or worse becoming a vampires blood slave. Next book please....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Bite's Tale; Author: Veronica Blade; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh what a wonderful short read. This is definitely the best Cinderella Story ever. Take the very basic story line from Cinderella, and morph Cinderella into a werewolf, and the prince into a vampire. It takes the heart of the story and breathes new life and twists into the old tale. Despite it's shorter length, the world, the supernatural creatures, the characters - are brilliantly written. Veronica Blade's exquisite descriptive detail paints a world using every color in the box. Even the secondary characters are well established, and surprise the reader by revealing their true depth of their personality and emotions. You're going to love every character. This book left me wanting more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Renegade (The Captive, #2); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Loved it!!! Aria and Braith are a match made for eternity. Their bond is captivating. The ending was great. Happy ever after between the vampires of his family and the humans of her family. Now for the war on the palace and especially the king. I want to know what happens next!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Refugee (The Captive, #3); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this book is AWESOME. No she didn't get captured. What???? What an ending. The chemistry between Braith and Aria is just amazing. Can't wait for the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Salvation (The Captive, #4); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: PHENOMENAL He knew that no matter what, this woman, once his blood slave, then his greatest downfall, and finally his salvation would never fail to amaze him, never fail to bring joy and love to his life, and would hold him captive for eternity ~Braith This was more than a series i will remember these characters forever. Not just Briath and Arianna but all the characters got to shine. It had more action than you wii ever expect. It was epic!! This was a true love story. The love that Braith and Aria have for each other is beyond measure and above comparison, and in Salvation we truly see the depths and lengths that they will go to for each other. But I think the way the author ended this series was PERFECT! It ended just the way I would of hoped, and I couldn't of asked for a better ending, to a PERFECT series! Sniffle!!!! Sniffle!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Redemption (The Captive, #5); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: OMG OMG OMGGGGGGGGG... William came back. Jack found amazing love. Aria and Braith was back in this book. I loved all the new characters. Good and Bad. The best book ever. I would give this ten stars if I could I know this is happy ever after but I can't wait for the next book. Loved Lived Loved this book!!! I do know that I've read a beautiful, deeply romantic love story. Braith and Jack's stories....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raw (RAW Family, #1); Author: Belle Aurora; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: What the heck just happened. Oh my gosh this book is so intense, heartbreaking, twisted and the most amazing book I've ever read. Wow, I can't breath right now. I want to sit in a corner and cry. I need and love TWITCH. I can't believe the ending. WHYYYY??? I can relate to talking to a headstone but please I need more Ms Aurora. You made use fall in love with him and you have to provide some relief. I just can't breath. The book in amazing. So I need to know about Lexi and AJ. All I can say read at your on expense. Your life WILL change after reading this book. You'll never be the same.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maybe Not (Maybe, #1.5); Author: Colleen Hoover; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I'm so glad we got the story of Warren. He is definitely hilarious and charismatic. Warren and Bridgette were were perfect together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Six Brothers (Gypsy Brothers, #2); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this is one dark and twisted book. I'm ashamed to say that I love this book. I can't start to describe this book. I'm shocked and twisted. I must be to like this book. I am blown away and compelled to keep going. There are times that I felt sick and was left shaking my head. Like what the heck did I just read. I had feelings that I've never had for a book, I went from being disgusted, to laughing, to gasping and yes feeling really sick. Sammi is a badass murderer. Her relationship with Dornan is not nothing you'll ever read, ever. Wow. Be warned. Two Down!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exposed (Ethan Frost, #3); Author: Tracy Wolff; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This book focuses on Ethan and Chloe's wedding/honeymoon, the effects of Brandon's corruption/ Chloe's rape and Ethan dealing with guilt. Heartbreaking.... Brandon what a slime ball!!! Ethan's mother never ceases to amaze me on what ruthless, cold hearted bitch she is. God, I wanted to punch her and Brandon both! I love Tori and she is the perfect friend and support to Chloe. I am very intrigued by her story, I want her to get a HEA. I liked the appearance of Sebastian...he's yummy! As for the appearance of her brother...it's about time someone from her family show up and support her. This was an emotionally charged read, excellent....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Five Miles (Gypsy Brothers, #3); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: This jaw dropping, nail biting great. Jultz is rough less in her revenge. This book series ness a Warning. Oh my gosh this series is off the chain. Things are heating up in the MC World. Dornan is beginning to lose his cool after the death of his two sons. He is beginning to think he knows who to blame, and he is more than willing to start a war. But he really doesn't know. I think two or three more down. Not sure yes how many went out in a blast of glory. And I think Jason knows the truth. This just gets better and better!!! Can't wait to read next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Years (Gypsy Brothers, #5); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Ok can you say "Heart Failure"!!! I can't believe what I just read. Will Satan (Dornan) die it still looks like he can't die. He gets out of every situation. This has been, oh my gosh and allot of, what the heck just happened. And don't forget Nooooooo!!!!! You think it's going to be a happy ending at least almost a happy ending. Then you get the biggest curve ball ever. This book may be the most graphic out of all the books. Will Juliette and Jase ever get to be happy. I bet she's thinking about that revenge thing in a different light. All that she went through my in this book. If you don't cuss this would be the book that makes you make up words. Ok I have to slow down my heart rate. I can't of anything else to say. Completely at a lost for words for this book. Oh my gosh ......; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Roads (Gypsy Brothers, #6); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this is gut wrenching. Two Roads I was mad, sad, depressed and just hurting for Juliette and Jase. They went through so much because of this revenge. And the love they have for each other is really magical. Being locked away for three months was hell. Then her being rescued and carrying that bad seed inside of her. Omg my heart hurts. I almost dread the next book because I know it's going to an anxious nail biting, nerve wracking read that I won't enjoy at all but I'll love at the same time, I just can't stop myself.This cliffhanger leave you simply devastated and epic at the same time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Love (Gypsy Brothers, #7); Author: Lili St. Germain; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Wow. Epic. Oh my gosh. Awesome. Must read! I wanted this to be a love story so bad. But I know it wasn't. This was about Juliette vengeance, retribution and redemption. It was the best series I've read in a long time. It couldn't have been any darker, ugly and more violent than this book. I highly recommend this series. What a freaking ride. Never thought in a million years I would love a motor cycle club book this much. But I do want more is Jase and Juliette much more!!!! Did you fall in love with Jax, then I rest my case.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torn (Can You Mend It? #2); Author: Billy Wood-Smith; Genres: romance; Review: Wow this is great. Omg the chemistry between Joe and D is amazing. The love they have is genuine and my heart skips a beat. Now to see Jack and Sara might developer something is to sweet. And Pete is just Pete, just didn't like him. All the main characters made this book wonderful. As before I'd give this more than five stars. I jump pinto this book not remember ing all that happened in the first. It all came back, now that's a great book. I really don't like spoilers so no details here,sorry. Can't wait for the next book. Merged review: Wow this started just were the first left off. Oh my gosh the chemistry between Joe and D is amazing. The love they have for each is genuine and my heart skips a beat. Now see Jack and Sara might have something developing is just sweet. And Pete was still Pete, just didn't like him. All the main characters made this book wonderful. As before I'd give this book more than five stars. I jump right onto this book not remembering all that happen in the first. It all came back now that's a great book. I really done like spoilers. Can't wait for next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken (The Captive #5.5); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Wow this book put The King Atticus in perspective. All of the hate, I completely understand now. I cried and my heart is broke into a million pieces. When you know the reasons behind someones behavior it helps to understand why the person is the way there are. Reading the book made The Captive Series make sense. It answered so many questions. As Aria says at the end of the book, it gives "answers you never even knew there were questions to". Where I hated him (Atticus) so much in the series, I now love him. My heart still hurts for him. I will never forget this character. If you haven't read the Captive Series you won't be disappointed. I have read so many great books this year but this book has to get more than five stars. I can give ten stars easy. Erica Stevens your my hero. The book is AWESOME!!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torn (Can You Mend It? #2); Author: Billy Wood-Smith; Genres: romance; Review: Didn't disappoint...... Wow this is great. Omg the chemistry between Joe and D is amazing. The love they have is genuine and my heart skips a beat. Now to see Jack and Sara might developer something is to sweet. And Pete is just Pete, just didn't like him. All the main characters made this book wonderful. As before I'd give this more than five stars. I jump pinto this book not remember ing all that happened in the first. It all came back, now that's a great book. I really don't like spoilers so no details here,sorry. Can't wait for the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Soul (Every Soul, #1); Author: L.K. Collins; Genres: romance; Review: Oh my gosh a freaking awesome book the cliffhanger I just didn't expect. I had my happy ever after and then BAM it all went to hell. As soon as I finished the book I wanted to throw my kindle across the room. But then I thought how I wish my husband would have come back. My feelings are all over the place.I just wanted to scream "No way!". I read this somewhere: "When you lose the one person who grounds your existence, your whole world changes." This I know from experience. What the perfect love story. After the tragedies in their lives Bain and Arion hook up and take you on their journey of love, mystery, hurt. And all kinds of emotions. I can't imagine the pain Bain went thru....i have a twin sister. I can't imagine the choice Arion will have to make......I lost my husband and can't wait to read the next!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Heart; Author: L.K. Collins; Genres: young-adult, romance; Review: This book was everything I expected it to be with that cliffhanger at the end of book one. A complete shock, Nate's alive. Oh my gosh!!! Now what, Arion has the worst decision ever. I cried several times for both Nate and Bain. Two amazing men in love with the same woman. Wow this has to be terrible for all three of them. Bain and the trial for his twin sister and Nate just getting after being a POW with part of his leg missing. I want nothing but love for him. Onto my man, Bain. He certainly did not disappoint. I will have to say I fell a little bit more in love with him. He's just OMG! He truly loves Arion and as much as it hurts him, he knows that he has to let Arion figure out who holds the key to her heart. And Nate is in so much pain. I couldn't help but hurt with him. This is an AWESOME read. I got my HEA!!!!! You have to start the book for Nate's HEA....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Every Love (Every Soul, #3); Author: L.K. Collins; Genres: romance; Review: Ok so I stop reading when Nate was helping one of his ex's. I couldn't take how Elania was going to take the deception. This is freaking awesome. I love Nate having his story told with a HEA. Nate came in the series when he come back from being a POW suffering from PTSD. Thought dead, the love of his entire existence was with Arion. I was really upset that it would tear that special relationship she (Arion) has with Bain. He was completely destroyed. So now he has to deal with that and being disable with one leg. Will he find love again?? Now he meets Elaina, El is a realtor. She has problems of her own. But their journey had my emotions all over the place. But this book I needed because I fell in love with Nate. He has a special place in my heart even after all the frustrations I had with him. I love this series!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Shades of Dicmatized: Diaries of a Sex Therapist (Sex Therapy 101); Author: Dyphia; Genres: romance; Review: This was a quick and good read. Her relationship with Antonio was not great. She loved him too much and his mind was on his business in the streets. It was never told exactly what his business was on the streets. So she decided to keep her distance from Antonio. As a women she was trying to satisfy her needs. So she started seeing other men but they didn't want to let her go. She didn't want the commitment that came with theses relationships. She loved Antonio. After pursuing her career as a Marriage Counselor, she decided that she was better suited as a Sex Therapist. After the first time that she literally and physical satisfied her clients. Dr. Lenese Stringfield was the best sex therapist in Atlanta for the last three years. And for good reason, because her unorthodoxy way of treating her clients. I have to admit I was shocked at her cases in this book but it worked.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Moon (Twilight, #2); Author: Stephenie Meyer; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: It took a long time to read this book. Some how I irritated my sciatic nerve. The pain was so bad I couldn't concentrate on this book. But I had to say I missed the so much when I wasn't reading. I really loved the chemistry between Bella and Jacob. Jake is a sweetie! Edward leaves Bella an absolute mess, and Jacob is there to put the pieces together. But Jacob wants more than friendship and can't help but fall for Bella. Not only does Jacob and Bella's relationship develop in New Moon - Jacob also goes through a transformation that will have a major impact on the Edward/Bella/Jacob drama to come...When Edward's life is suddenly in danger, Bella has to make a quick decision about whether to go to him. I was a bit torn between the vampire and werewolf. Jacob/Edward. Edward/Jake. Hell, I felt like I was betraying Edward. I was secretly hoping for Jacob but Edward is back. Oh my gosh the stuff just hit the fan. You're going to love this part. Can't wait for the next book. WOW!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Hunger (Deathless Night #1); Author: L.E. Wilson; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Sorry it took so long to read. I got really sick. But this book was great. Emma's sister, Keira has been missing for seven years and Emma has never stopped looking for her. Nikulas brother, Luuk the master vampire has also been missing for seven years. Nik believes that with Emma's help together they can ding their siblings. But first Nik needs Emma to understand and accept that she comes from a long line of witches. The story of Nik and Emma is a wonderful love story. Oh I can forget Nik's BFF Aiden who is hilarious. I can't wait to find out what happened to him. There has to be more to Luuk and Keira's story. Can't wait...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eclipse (Twilight, #3); Author: Stephenie Meyer; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I would have to say this was the best book in the series so far. I love how Edwards and Bella's relationship progressed. How Edward was so reasonable about how she felt about Jacob. I felt so sorry for Jacob but it turns out she really loved him. Oh my gosh that kiss, with no restraint - their one and only REAL kiss. She let him kiss her and she kissed him back with all the feelings she really had for him. AWESOME!!! She knew she could r be friends him. They loved each other so much. WOW!!! When Jacob as her did she remember the Bible story of King Solomon, I had to cry. He said "I'm not going to cut you in half anymore, Bella. I think that's the point he knew she had chosen Edward. The worst and it broke my heart, was when Edward revealed their engagement and Jacob howled in pain. Oh my gosh anytime Jacob howls in pain I felt for him. He was in so much pain. I said all that about Jacob bit to take away from Edward. Bella couldn't and wouldn't live without him. She said that was the basis for her decision. How couldn't she live without and that was Edward. She told her father she had to choose sometimes there isn't any way to compromise. I have to mention how hilarious her father was, Charlie. I loved him. Best series ever!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Marked (Supernatural Prison, #1); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: What a freaking awesome book. The characters were great and the author makes you feel like you're in their world. You can't beat a book with vampires, Fae, wolf shifter, magicians, trolls and freaking mermaids. Dragon marked was Jessa but she didn't know it. Just that she was a wolf shifter. She lived with her father a high council leader. The community also included a supernatural prison. But the best part of this book for me was Jessa's best friends the Compass brothers (the quads). Which included the one she was closest to Braxton (dragon shifter), then Maximus (vampire), Jacob (Fey), and Tyson (wizard). And later finding out she has a twin and a wonderful mother. There were so many secrets hidden in this book. And going through this journey with Jessa was exciting, overwhelming and exhausting. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I loved the bond between Jessa and the brothers. Each brother had unique personalities and I'm looking forwarding to reading more about them. There is no cliffhanger, but the ending leaves me anxious to reading book two.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner (Twilight, #3.5); Author: Stephenie Meyer; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I'm sick and it's taking to long to read. I can't concentrate when I'm in pain. I love this series. I'm also looking at the movies. This story is of Bree Tanner, a character first introduced in Eclipse, and the darker side of the newborn vampire world she inhabits. I loved this book was added. The newborn world was lawless and destruction without consequences. They didn't care if the human world knew about them. But they weren't taught the rules of being vampires. This book gives you insight into what being a newborn was like through Bree's eyes. I think the best part of this book was the Bree had the chance to tell the mine reader which I think was Edwards sister everything about Jane. She was head of the Volturi, I guess the vampire police. And how crooked they were trying to have them killed by the newborn and working with Victoria. She was told to close her eyes and it was over.... I think. The next book will tell me more. And I would love to know what happened to Fred.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breaking Dawn (Twilight, #4); Author: Stephenie Meyer; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I've been sick the entire time trying to read this series. My sciatic nerve pain in my lower back and legs has been hell to say the least. I have to admit I wanted a serious fight. But I do love my Happy Ever After. But I was so geared up for the great battle between the Cullens+Bella and the Volturi. After seeing the movie, I could almost explain it to myself why there was no battle. Anyway this was an amazing love story. I just couldn't get enough of Edward Cullen. There love was so real to me. And Jacob, I felt so sorry for him. But it ended even better for him. I was thrilled Jacob imprinted, though surprised it was with Renesmee. It took some getting use to, but it really works for me. And seeing them together in the movie I could totally see them together. I couldn't get enough of Jacob either. Him and Edward, of course Bella made a wonderful love story. All the characters had a way of making it into your heart. Edward and Bella getting engage, then married. The wedding...the island. So beautiful, although it left a LOT to the imagination. Until I saw the movie and my imagination went wild. And oh my gosh becoming pregnant with Renesmee was awesome. I know I'm late to this series but this was an amazing series. Then I watched the movies which were all great. Oh course I miss them all being in my life so I keep watching the movies. I wish there was more of the scene of the in the field at the end. So now I can put this book in my fav shelf on GR. AWESOME!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bible Boys; Author: Dan Skinner; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: As usually Dan Skinner has done it again warmed my heart. If I could give this book 10 stars I would. I thought I would never enjoy another book as wonderful as I did Memorizing You. I don't usually like reading books about religion. There are to many that think their Religion is the only religion and it's right. Mostly out there are cults. His church invaded his daily existence. I came to only one conclusion, Cult. Even the ministries were sinister. We always here Abomination!! There are some people using the Bible as a weapon to further their agenda. It's sad because I believe there is a higher power. And I'm sure he's outraged at the way his instructions are being used. With ministers like this around no wonder my nephew tried to commit suicide. To live and have to have a liver transplant. I feel so guilty he couldn't come to me. He chose to keep it to himself and we were close. Afterward, I found out that his first encounter devastated him. He felt he couldn't talk to anyone. Who are we to judge anyone? Why do the churches say anything when they preach we should not judge. What, we pick and choose what everyone should believe. Love is Love. "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone." Another beautifully written Love Story by Dan Skinner. You're awesome!!! This is the second of your books that will live with me forever. Thank you.... .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fly On The Wall; Author: Trista Russell; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Well I finally finished this book. I'm in so much pain but this book kept me coming back. Even though I felt weird rooting the relationship on. I actually love Paige and Theo together. Even though he's eighteen years old you just have to relate it to your life. And I wouldn't want my son with a thirty two year old teacher. But I'm so glad I continued to read this book. This is a must read book. You won't be disappointed. Theodore Lakewood is a senior at West Dade high school. At 18, he's ecstatic to have the keys to the Maxima. The star basketball player is playing it smooth avoiding traps of young girls looking for an escape route to fame and fortune. He's dreading the fact that he's got to deal with Ms. Patrick, but will his consistent detentions correct their issues? Paige Patrick is 32, an English teacher for the last six years and recently divorced. She spent her summer working some issues out. No longer will she be ridiculed as the chubby mean teacher, Ms. Patrick. Though she is free of the weights in her life, she's lonely. When times get too hard, she allows her ex to continue to come satisfy her. And this is with the knowledge that he gave her a disease twice. Can she finally find a `man' to handle her? You have to read this book. What a wonderful love story. Never thought those words would be coming out of my mouth. WOW!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trust (Can You Mend It? #3); Author: Billy Wood-Smith; Genres: romance; Review: Wow. Perfect. Amazing. I knew I wouldn't be disappointed. I love happy ever after. I can't remember when I read the last book but this one fell into place like I just finishing the second booked of this series. I remembered every character. This series deserves more than five stars. Oh my gosh I love the chemistry between Joe and D. They belong together. I have to admit I was frustrated with D for long it took her to get rid of Pete. And Joe's ex was hella crazy. Every time I read the name Liz, I wanted to scream. I'll leave you with this "I want more". You won't regret reading this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ruin & Rule (Pure Corruption MC, #1); Author: Pepper Winters; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: TO BE CONTINUED- What??? I have to read the next book!!!! I can't believe they were captured. I have to have my happy ever after with Art and Cloe. What a great beginning. The story is unveiled to us like a clearing fog - we start in utter confusion, not knowing what on earth is going on and, very gradually, facts emerge from the mist to shock and horrify us. It's a fairly long book which gives us time for fantastic and deep character development and for the story to be peeled back and slowly revealed to us, layer by fascinating layer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Juvenile; Author: Stephanie Jackson; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I thought this book was a great quick read. Sarah is a bit odd to me at first, but I totally loved the back story you get about how she and Mark met and got together. Throwing Tony into the mix totally cracked me up and finding out later what happened made it even funnier. I love how Sarah stuck by Mark/Juvenile. It has a very good romance story line and a fun and interesting supernatural story line as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Breakaway (Portland Storm, #1); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: What a great book. This is my second hockey series. I've never seen a game. It's on my bucket list. Dana ask her brothers (Brenden) best friend (Eric) to help her. I felt so sorry for her. Her story was tragic. Dana was also pretty amazing because even though she had her panic attacks she was still so brave and willing to fight. I really liked that about her. The two of them were so cute together and their story does not disappoint.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: On the Fly (Portland Storm, #2); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh the cliffhanger. This can't be happening to Katie. There isn't allot about her I. This book but her liking Babs is good enough for me. He's amazing and I would love to have him in my life. So the next book I can't wait to read. There was something in these books that really pulled my heart. Its the kind of friendship and bonding between the hockey team and their partners or relatives the way the hockey players love and care, the hockey players were not perfect and all heroines are determined and strong willed. In this story Branden, Rachel and Tuck , Dana and Zee , Babs and others were amazing. But it was Maddie who actually made me felt more . She's a child but I can feel how old she felt, how wary she was and how her traumatic experienced made her that way and I would love love love to see Maddie get past this , to find the one person that would make her see and feel innocence , purity and sincerity. Starting the next book now!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taking a Shot (Portland Storm #2.5); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: ** spoiler alert ** Love the Portland Storm series and this short story about Jamie and Katie was a sweet and touching. Her leukemia has taken a told on her. Her getting her father to shave her head in the locker with his teammates had me crying my eyes out. And Jamie's reaction to them had me over the edge. But when he ask her to her prom and finding out he never went to his had me crying through the entire book. It is just a short story so there isn't really full resolution to their story. I'm really looking forward to seeing what else Catherine Gayle has in store for Jamie and Katie. Hopefully Katie will have a happy and healthy future ahead. Wow that was great!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Light the Lamp (Portland Storm #3); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Have you ever read a book that frustrated you so much but you just couldn't get enough of it? This was that book for me. Noelle frustrated me because she expected Liam to give her something she wasn't even giving him; complete vulnerability. And she made some pretty dumb choices. Seriously dumb and dangerous. Liam frustrated me because she kept telling him what she needed and he kept not hearing her, not understanding and not bothering to ask for clarification. At the same time, I understood where each character was coming from (at least most of the time) which was also a little frustrating because I knew that while the fix to their problems seemed simple, it really wasn't all that simple. I was frustrated for a good chunk of the book but I just couldn't put it down. I couldn't read it fast enough and I was sad when it was over, wishing I had taken my time reading it. As frustrating as I found these characters, I really loved reading their story. They each had their flaws but had big hearts and fit well together. It was also really nice to revisit characters from the other books however brief or long they were in the book. Jamie/Babs is fast becoming one of my favorites. I find that the more I read this series, the more attached to the characters I get. Really, what a great book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Major (Portland Storm #4.5); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: This was one of the short books in the series in which everyone in the hockey family comes together for a perfect book. It is refreshing to feel the love and connection between the players and they extended families. Everyone tries to focus on the weddings of the day (Eric and Dana) and (Brenden and Rachel) but there is the wonder of what is happening at the NHL draft. Wow that was unexpected. How will the draft affect the team? Liam's worry about Noelle liking Sweden when she gets there and what their future will look like. Nicky, trying to figure out how to deal with his problems and not being sure to how to let his teammates help. But they are helping more than they are aware each in they own way. Once again life is throwing up road blocks for Katie and Jamie. They are both being strong and doing what they know is the right even if it is shattering both of their hearts. What another great book!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Zone (Portland Storm #5); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I keep saying this is my favorite book but truth be told all I read so far is my favorite. I absolutely love this series. Keith just broke my heart. And I cried when he cried. Brie is An amazingly person. These books are like real life to me. I'm living in their world. It was supposed to be a single night of fake names, half-truths, and anonymous sex. Neither of them was prepared for it to become more. Keith Burns, star defenseman for the NHL's Portland Storm, was just looking for a way to pass the time and ease the loneliness of his lavish lifestyle. Brianna Hayden wanted to find herself--and maybe learn to love herself again--after health issues changed everything. Anonymity is the name of their game; the rules were laid down at the outset. But when a chance encounter brings them back together long after the game should have ended, all their initial rules get thrown out the window. The entire series is based around the fictional NHL team, the Portland Storm. There is no denying my love of hockey, but my love for these books extends far beyond that.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Hat Trick (Portland Storm #5.5); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance; Review: Another short story to love. I loved this holiday romance about Mitch "Q" Quincey and his ex-wife, Mia. Q and Mia have been divorced for some time and with his job of being an NHL star, he doesn't get to spend the time he needs and wants to with his little girl, Marley. With three goals in mind over his very quick holiday break, he heads home to Canada to try to accomplish them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delay of Game (Portland Storm #4); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance; Review: I can't I love this one better because I love all the couples on this hockey team. We met Jonny (Cam) in a couple of previous books. His gentleness and sensitivity with Dana in Breakaway gave us a hint of how he would be in his own relationships. You wouldn't think someone known as "The Enforcer" on his hockey team would really be a sensitive man, but he is! After throwing punches on the ice, his personal interactions are nothing but caring. He refuses to argue and fight because that's the environment he grew up in with his parents. I loved how he was always able to diffuse Sara's arguments because he didn't give them wind. If she said one thing, he supported her because he felt it was more important to have harmony in the relationship than force someone into something they don't want to do! But, he didn't let that stop him from fighting for what was important to him - Sara! Sara measures every relationship based on her mother - who left her father (and her) for another man in the hockey world. Sara decided that this meant everyone would leave her - so she stopped them from leaving her by leaving them first. But not Cam! He wouldn't leave her no matter what she tried to do to push him away. She tried to start arguments but he just diffused them. He saw through her pushes as just her pain speaking and pushed back to get what he wanted - her! I did feel that she was holding on to her pain from childhood a bit too hard and her father should have realized sooner what she was doing and addressed it with her instead of enabling her, which her father did. Great book!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comeback (Portland Storm #6); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: children, romance, fiction; Review: Nicky is coming back from rehab and spending a year playing with the AHL. He volunteers with light the lamp and the organiser Jessica a lot. It helps to keep him sober and near her. He comes back from team building with the Storm's to find his sister and her 3 kids and a nurse. His sister was diagnosed with ALS and dying. He breaks down and turns to Jessica for help. Jessica is glad to help but want to protect her heart. Some serious decisions are made several times in the story that will keep you reading, crying and falling in love with all the characters in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dropping Gloves (Portland Storm, #7); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Omg... Katie and Babs the story I couldn't wait to read. And I wasn't disappointed. I knew this would be the best in the series because I loved both characters. But Jamie is my favorite. Katie Weber left her heart behind in Portland when she decided to follow her dreams in Hollywood. Now she's back to sing the national anthem for the Portland Storm for their annual Hockey Fights Cancer night. One look at the team's bench while she's singing is all it takes to know that Jamie Babcock is still hurting just as much as she is. She's done the Hollywood thing, though, and she's over it. She knows what she wants, and she wants Jamie. They're story I read straight to the end. The journey beginning with Katie coming back to win Jamie heart to cancer again to the proposal. Best book ever. I'd give this book more than five stars!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home Ice (Portland Storm, #7.5); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: children, romance, fiction; Review: I'm only giving this five stars because I absolutely loved this book. I feel like the others. This was way too short. I would have love to see Mattias sister. And I would never had the coach as being sexy and a heart of gold. There's only one person in the world that Mattias Bergstrom allows to see his soft side:his younger sister, who was born with Down syndrome. She lives with their parents in Sweden, so there's no worry of accidentally showing his players any part of himself other than the hard-assed former defenseman and current head coach of the Portland Storm. But Paige and he daughters came into life. Especially, Paige's daughter Sophia with Down Syndrome.Paige Calhoun has her hands full with four exceedingly boy-crazy, hockey-loving daughters--three teenagers and one pre-teen with Down syndrome. Everyday life is hard enough, but then her ex-husband scores tickets for Paige to take the girls to the StormSkillz Competition. The magnitude of her task is further complicated when Sophie, her youngest, spots the hockey player of her dreams and barrels through the crowd to claim him as her own. Make a do over and extend this book. It was really but I wanted more!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Losing an Edge (Portland Storm, #8); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: children, romance, fiction; Review: Levi "501" Babcock is the younger brother to Jami the greatest player for the Portland Storms. He's always felt second best to Jami, on and off the ice. But all of this change at when he meets his teammates sister and Gold Medal fifer skater Cadence Johnson. Oh my gosh their journey is awesome. Seeing Cadence coping and moving with her life was difficult to see. But when she toughened up and got rid of the problem I cried. And all the past characters made an appearance, which was freaking awesome. I love them all. I don't want to give anything away but I got my HEA. You won't disappointed reading this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Game Breaker (Portland Storm #9); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Absolutely amazing. Catherine didn't disappoint as usually. She tackled some difficult issues racism and sexism. This book centered in Left Wing "Nate "Ghost" Golston. Nate was the only African American on the Storms. Anne Dennison was the Storms sports reporter of Indian descent. Both Nate and Anne were very strong characters with dealing their relationship, family, their love the the team, racism and sexism. It great following their relationship develop throughout the book. The book also covered updated on the entire Portland Storm family. It was awesome hearing about the other characters of previous books. I was feeling at home with the update. I was completely and totally in their world. Those are the kind of books I love, just being in their world. The one thing that was important in this book was the focus on team members, coaches, management and their families, continuing the one big happy family theme surrounding the Storm. Sexual orientation a minor role in the book and also racism was huge. I have to say this was my fav book. But I probably said that about all the books in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mistletoe Misconduct (Portland Storm #7.6); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I've always loved Jim, the General Manager for the Portland Storm Hockey team. Although this series he's a wonderful and caring man. It was great to see he had his own story. And a story that will melt your heart. He is a great guy who always gives everyone a second chance, because of that some of the players' wives (headed by Laura - surprise, surprise) decided they wanted to set him up on a date for his Christmas present. As faith would have it, they end up coming in contact with Jim's ex-wife, Elaine. On Match.com for Christ sacks. The two still love each other and get their second chance in this story. The holidays are a time for family and forgiving. You won't be disappointed reading this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ruin (Ruin, #1); Author: Rachel Van Dyken; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I love this book. I know this pain and I feel it everyday. My husbands been gone for twenty years last month. And I've met someone. God is good, what a blessing. "I'd lost the love of my life- my best friend. We hadn't been given enough time- and I hated God for taking everyone from me. I hated that in the end, I would always be alone to mourn the loss of those I loved." Wes was the kind of hero who it was impossible not to fall in love with. What a total sweetheart! He had a wisdom that came out of surviving painful heartbreak, a girl, his mother and sadly his brother. "That's how you can tell when someone has a good heart... when you want to be the one to make it beat." Kiersten, she didn't let anyone walk all over her and certainly wasn't stupid and so given her history, I could understand where she was coming from. She was hiding a lot of pain though behind her smiles and Wes was just the right kind of guy to help her through it. A reading high is the ultimate reward from a really good story! You know when you finish a book and you're like... this is the best book ever. Incredible. I'm in love. Nothing will ever beat it. I can't believe it's over. Enough said....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toxic (Ruin, #2); Author: Rachel Van Dyken; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: I keep saying I love this book through the entire series. I have to say I love all the books especially the story of Gabe. Wow I love even more than when he was first introduced in the series. Know his whole story it's just amazing. And I adored seeing Wes, Keirsten and Lisa in his book. Gabe's story left me a beautiful mess. My heart ached. Many tears were shed. I really don't want to say much but his story will make you FEEL and it's one of those stories that must be read and experienced to understand Gabe's pain, heartbreak, anguish, shame, guilt, and love. When his secrets begins to unravel and truths are finally revealed, my heart broke. If there was ever a couple that I wholeheartedly rooted for, it would have to be Saylor and Gabe Gabe is mysteriously bad ass boy and he definitely has his story to tell. And his story is gripping and you will never want to put Toxic down. Freaking awesome!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fearless (Ruin, #2.5); Author: Rachel Van Dyken; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Wes and Kiersten's special day. I seriously felt the emotions that Wes and Kiersten were feeling pouring off the pages of my kindle. I loved it. You have to understand how in love I am with Wes Michels. He says the most insightful, philosophical, ROMANTIC things, Ever. He's all alpha male and he's all in love with Kiersten. "Every day that goes by when I don't get to share every single moment with you...is like waiting to die all over again". "We don't know what's going to happen, but I can make a promise to you right now. Your hand's going to be in mine the entire time. Kiersten, I swear to never let you go ... I'm yours." Wes beat the cancer and then he proposed to Kiersten in front of who knows how many people. The wedding; honeymoon and the house. But this book clearly make you feel exactly what they feel to reach other. It's more than love; it's a gift. It has some of Gabe, Saylor, and Lisa. Oh, and it's a huge set up for Lisa's story. Which is next. And I already know it's going to be a killer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shame (Ruin, #3); Author: Rachel Van Dyken; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh I'm blown away by this book. I've never experienced physical or emotional abuse. But this book had me pasted to each page. I loved all the couples but this one Lisa and Tristan; I'll always remember. Journal entries of Lisa's ex-boyfriend, Taylor B. begins each chapter. These journal entries are nothing but vindictive, cruel, malicious, spiteful, and just plain awful. In these entries, readers are finally exposed to the truth of Lisa's past. Though Lisa is not perfect and ashamed of the things she has done but these entries gives us a glimpse into the life and torment she suffered from her emotionally abusive and controlling ex-boyfriend. The games he played and how he targeted on Lisa aka Mel's insecurity and naivety. Simply Taylor was a bully and monster that she was trying to escape but somehow he would play on her emotions and put her down so she can join him in the darkness. A life of SHAME. So when she finally thought she was freed from him physically, the past comes barreling back like a bulldozer and emotionally crippling her from living. Best book ever!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flawed (Ethan Frost, #4); Author: Tracy Wolff; Genres: romance; Review: This is a short read but wonderful love story of Miles Girald (Chloe's brother) and Tori Reeds (Chloe's BFF), that includes Chloe and Ethan. Miles and Tori relationship is strained because of what happened to his sister years ago. And Tori hasn't forgiven Miles for that until she really needs his help. After the turn down of sex to her ex-boyfriend Tori is in the surprise of her life when she wakes her and then ex sex scandal. Oh my gosh her father goes ballistic. No more trust fund, apartment, credit cards and she even her phone. She's completely devastated that all she could do is walk to Chloe and Ethan's condo that their no longer reside in but Chloe's brother is there. She lets herself in to the surprise of them both with nothing but the clothes on her back and no shoes. Her father but her out with no shoes I'm blown away, so is Miles. And their journey begins. Tori is surprised to know who has her back. I was definitely ready to hate Miles from the previous books because of what happened to his sister but he really stepped up to help Tori. They really got my attention when the first movie the watch together was "Me Before You" one of my all time fav books. They go from extremely dislike to love. I got my HEA. The best part of the book is when the priest as who gives tho women away, little Violet, (two years old) Chloe and Ethan's daughter says "We keep her", everyone's laughs and I cry. I love these characters are in this book too. Loved this series!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exposed (Ethan Frost, #3); Author: Tracy Wolff; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: This book focuses on Ethan and Chloe's wedding/honeymoon, the effects of Brandon's corruption/ Chloe's rape and Ethan dealing with guilt. Heartbreaking.... Brandon what a slime ball!!! Ethan's mother never ceases to amaze me on what ruthless, cold hearted bitch she is. God, I wanted to punch her and Brandon both! I love Tori and she is the perfect friend and support to Chloe. I am very intrigued by her story, I want her to get a HEA. I liked the appearance of Sebastian...he's yummy! As for the appearance of her brother...it's about time someone from her family show up and support her. This was an emotionally charged read, excellent....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beyond Your Dreams (In Your Dreams, #4); Author: Amy Martin; Genres: young-adult; Review: Wow amazing I got my happy ever after. I loved Kieran Zip and the book was the best in the series. "This is my family--all of us together in one place, all of us safe and happy. I want to freeze this moment in time and hold onto it forever". Gram and Gramps, Jim and Carlie, Kayle and mom (dad and Kathy, wife) and Morgan after the graduation. This was a wonderful conclusion to the In Your Dreams series. Zip deals with her basketball career while Kieran trys to regain his memory. Things don't go as planned for either of them. I love Zip and Kieran and all of the other characters in this book. I hope Cooper gets a book. His story is amazing. He just went through his journey before Kieran but so similar. The Epilogue was epic!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Perfect (Shattered Past, #1); Author: Cecy Robson; Genres: young-adult, romance, fiction; Review: Two people from totally different cultures and economic backgrounds collide. The chemistry between Mateo and Evie was so real to me. I absolutely love the book. It's not often I get a chance to read books centered around fighting. Especially underground fighting. This is my first book with this author. This book kept me interested because the beginning kept me laughing. I mean out loud, I actually cried. Mateo, is an ex Marine, ex Con and current Nighclub Bouncer. Evelyn is a shunned Debutant, part-time cocktail, waitress and full time nursing student. They're both are wounded souls, trying to overcome their many obstacles. Not to mention the underground fighting he did to take care of his sisters and mother. The book centers around bringing these two together. Drama starts with the scum of a father he has. This book took me by surprise - I was not expecting such a heart-breaking, romantic and intense story. I don't like giving too much away but to me this was an excellent read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Loved (Shattered Past, #2); Author: Cecy Robson; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance; Review: The series is just getting better and better and I absolutely loved both of these characters, Lety and Brody have been through so much but they're survivors who refuse to let their pasts define them. don't want to say too much more about the plot but I have to tell you what an adorable couple they are. I loved seeing the two of them together, they have a great relationship and they're both surrounded by supportive friends which was great. I liked how protective they are of each other and I was glad that their relationship is so solid with very little angst between the two of them. Both of their family situations were heartbreaking but there were some really sweet moments both with Brody's family and with Lety's siblings. We get to see some incredibly sweet moments between Mateo and Evelyn which made me smile and we are given a further glimpse at the next couple Sophia and Killian. Sophia is Evelyn's sister. Can't wait to read the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Pure (Shattered Past #3); Author: Cecy Robson; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I loved, loved, loved this book. I didn't know that I would love their story more than Evie and Teo but I did. The chemistry was so raw and real. This is the kind of book series that you can read over and over again. Sofia has a very troubled past. She has built up walls and is very timid and broken because of everything that happened in her past. She starts working for her childhood friend, Killian who she's been in love with since she was a little girl. Killian owns his own MMA gym and he hires Sofia to help with the finances and advertising. They become much closer over time and soon their walls they have built up from their pasts starts crumbling down. I LOVED the alpha, protective Killian and sweet (but not too sweet!) Sophie. I loved getting to reconnect with Teo and Evie from Once Perfect. And I loved meeting Killian's siblings. Now that I see the series is continuing I hope we get to see Finn and Wren's stories!! And Seamus and Molly's. And Curran's. This is the kind of family everyone dreams to be a part of. Such an entertaing group. Oh my gosh you will not regret reading this series!!! As this series comes to an end, I want more!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sin & Suffer (Pure Corruption MC, #2); Author: Pepper Winters; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Wow this book was absolutely incredible. I couldn't read fast enough. There was so much pain and tragedy, screaming in frustration. Tense? Edge of your seat? Nail-biter? Was it worth it? Yes. Yes, and yes again. It was beautiful and terrible and passionate and brutal. Oh my gosh!!!!!! Kill and Cleo's romance is one of the most beautiful romances I've ever read. Kill loves Cleo with so much heart and tenderness in this book. Kill definitely turned out to be a true romantic for being such a hardass MC President. I loved that the Motorcycle club in this story was different from the norm and men and women were considered equal. Kill made them millions of dollars with his trading skills. They all participated equally in the club. It was really interesting and I liked that a lot. I also liked the higher purpose/hidden motive Arthur was working towards. I did fall in love with another character and I'm hoping Pepper Winters will write his story. Hopper, the VP of Pure Corruption and Kill's number one guy who he counts on. Hopper is a just great character, even though he was in the background of Kill, he definitely stood out. I'm hoping for his book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unbelonging (Unbelonging, #1); Author: Sabrina Stark; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Ok I have to admit, I had a love/hate feeling about this book. First cliffhangers just piss me off. Second the secrets between Chloe and Lawton drove me crazy. Who ever heard of a confidentially to a client house sitting. Third what is between the brothers Lawton and Bishop. They just seem to have a weird kind of relationship. The books gives more information about Chloe not Lawton. The seem to be perfect together until Brittney (one of Lawton friends) organized a prank that went so wrong. Anyway looks like Lawton screwed up everything between them. Looking forward to the sequel because I do want my HEA between Chloe and Lawton. Reading next book....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blood Vengeance (Deathless Night Series #2); Author: L.E. Wilson; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I so love Witches, Vanpires, Werewolves and Warlocks. OMG Ok so this book takes place partially at the very same time Niks and Emma's story is taking place. It shows what goes on, so that it makes it more understandable on what happened to Luukas and his journey. I really did love the book even if it seem like a repeat from the last book Master vampire Luukas Kreet is out for revenger after being helped captive for seven years. And all he can see is the Keira was responsible. It doesn't matter that she had to do it because her sister Emma was collateral damage. She had to save her sister even it meant hurting Luukas. Seeing Luukas suffer through the tortured, chains and even stravation he went through in Leeha's dungen, seeing Keira helping him as much as possible made this entire book believable. Both love stories, Nik and Emma; Luukas and Keira was great but I love Emma and Nik better. Because I just feel in love with Nik.. But now all this raises more questions such as: Did Aiden get turned into a demon vampire thing? Who is the cloaked man, he seems very intriguing. And what's to come of the others? Shea, Christian and Dante all disappeared So many questions and it keeps me wanting to read this series. Now what happening to Aiden is going to be great. He just can't be a Demon. He was the best vampire and hilarious character in the book. And the cloaked man, kept call himself cousin of Keira. What's that about? Anyway, I hope the next book fills in all my questions. Great book I would highly recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blood Obsession (Deathless Night Series #3); Author: L.E. Wilson; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: This is a freaking awesome series. I didn't think I could love anyone more than Nik and Emma. But this book with Aiden and Grace was the best. Their love, especially at the end was so real. And seeing the three witches come together like a family just wow. This book just kept getting better and better. It's seem like so much potential for more books in this series. Aiden's character was extraordinarily well done. And oh my gosh the werewolves both something extra to the book. I can see pulling some of those characters for books. We can't forget Mojo, that strange little pet of Grace. He was so adorable. There is lots of love between the characters, a great plot and lots of humor. I promise you will love this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Mystics (Supernatural Prison #2); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh what just effing happen. This serious is so effing amazing. My emotions are all over the place. That cliffhanger has me so upset right now. Did Mischa just get her fool self killed. Jessa sister has never set right with me since she entered the series. It was just something about her. I have never read a book that I enjoyed the entire world. This author does an amazing job with all the characters. This series is so worth reading. You would be disappointed. I can't get enough of the Compass brothers and Jessa relationship. And Louis the wizard is the best character that you want to know more about. He's so serious but sometimes he's so hilarious like the Compass brothers. Now I really need to start the next book. This series really needs more stars!!! WOW; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Line Brawl (The Dartmouth Cobras, #8); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this book was freaking awesome. I lovvvvvvved Shawn "Easy" Pischlar. This book is an easy five star but I would give it a ten. Reading all the characters from previous books and the new ones had me thinking about these characters when I wasn't even reading. I had to rush home to read. You get to go directly into the heart and souls of all the characters in this series. Now for Shawn, he's best friends with Ian White. But the dynamics of this relationship becomes complicated. And I loved every minute of it. When Justina enters the book you can't put the book down. Just one thing I have to mention, a certain person stayed in the book way to long. She got on my nerve so bad I had to put the book down. The Dartmouth Cobras NHL has to be one of my fav hockey series. You won't be disappointed. I don't want to give anything away but the best book every. The ending was epic. I got my HEA!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Goal Line (The Dartmouth Cobras, #7); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh my fav was seeing all the characters again. I loved all the previous books. I have to admit Captain Dominik Mason has always been my fav. If you've been following you remember him in Game Misconduct and the painful breakup in Offside. I have always wanted his happiness. I love everything about him. He's always wanted the best for everyone through his own pain. This book was about Dominik Mason the caption of the Dartmouth Cobra hockey team and Sahara Dionne, the alternate caption for the Cobras Ice a girls. I didn't to much for Sara. She seem high maintenance. But she was actually great Dominik. A new character Heath Ladd which seems very young. The surprise was he parents had died and he had to take of his young brother and sister. Which so much joy to the players. I hope to see how that turns out. In this book you will fall in love with Dominik over and over again. So many emotions. First I have to say the scene when their parents was met great for me. Just love Dominik's mother. I was really shocked the the book just ending. There was no cliffhanger. It just ended. I do really want more. You won't be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Mated (Supernatural Prison, #3); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh freaking awesome. I so loved this book. The characters were all loved and I will always remember them like they where family. Jessa was the freaking best heroine ever. The conclusion of the series was incredible. Jessa and Braxton were the best I love to read of their family (twins). I want more of Tyson and Grace. And poor Maximis, he story has to be told. Losing you mates one was just as awful for me. I dont know to say about Mischa, Jessa's twin sister. So many things unresolved. I don't want this series to end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Immortal Ops (Immortal Ops, #1); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh what just happened. I didn't start the book until about two hours ago and it's over. I just get to the end of the book and start looking around like a piece of the puzzle was missing. Where's all the pieces, the picture isn't quite complete without it. The book introduces us to a new type of special ops that are immortal. Only these few agents DNA enhancements from different species with the exception of one full blooded Lucan to lead the team. With the species of the werewolf, were-panther and were-rat, the team makes a bad azz team taking out of crime on all their missions. This book is the story of Lukian and Peren. Peren has recently lost her fiance and she is still grieving his absence. Her friends, Melanie and Missy decides she has to get out and have some fun. " The best way to get over an old man is to get under a new one, right". LuckIan is the head of a paranormal team and they have been and they've been hired to eliminate Peren. He and his team are waiting at the bar when Peren and her friends arrive. Something is not quite right and Lukian can't put his finger on it so he then calls it off. Abort the mission men, this one is done. The story that happens afterward is completely exciting and full of action. Suddenly Peren is taking off from the bar and on foot no less. So Lukian takes off after and is surprised to find her under attack from other wolves. "Someone really wants this girl dead". Not good, because Lukian really feels the need to protect her. Their journey begins....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pygmy Dragon (Shapeshifter Dragon Legends #1); Author: Marc Secchia; Genres: paranormal, romance, fantasy, young-adult; Review: Oh my gosh I'm completely speechless. I just don't know what to say about this book. Your wouldn't believe but the book is freaking awesome. And the ending, the Silver Dragon, AMAZiNG!!!! Pip was kidnapped from her home and taken to the zoo for display. She was there forever and was BFF with a great Oraial a giant Ape. I had to mention Hunagu the Ape because he's hilarious after learning his language. Her journey has to include Hunagu because their relationship was genuinely heartwarming. After being kidnapped by Zardon the dragon, to the school to become a dragon rider is where her journeys begins. The journey of magic, love and mystery begins. She's the smallest being a Pygmy Warrior but strong, resilient, intelligent, courageous, and a warm and good heart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Onyx Dragon (Shapeshifter Dragon Legends, #2); Author: Marc Secchia; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh that last battle was epic. I hope Leandrail survived fighting and falling over a cliff when Pip last saw her. Wow what a battle. Looks like Pip and Silver with be together since defeating Marshall, Silvers father. What I got from the battle is that they survived and the first egg did too. Pip gave a word command at the end, INFOLD. So all the dragons, shapeshifter and humans lived. This was an awesome book with the great characters, vivid explanation of the surroundings and the plot. Books are long but so worth reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Torrent (Condemned, #1); Author: Gemma James; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: What a sick and twisted person her brother is, Zach. Oh my gosh this last chapter was awful. I have to read the next book. Wwwhhhyyyyy??????? Rafe missing eight years of his life. I'm glad he's alive but no memory. I can't take it!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rampant (Condemned, #2); Author: Gemma James; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Wow the story is captivating but so twisted. I really can't believe I'm loving this series so much. The characters are broken, desperate and twisted. I even feel Alex's suffering, experiencing her own personal hell. Oh my gosh this series is thought-provoking and infectious. Loved every minute of this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fervent (Condemned, #3); Author: Gemma James; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh Raft is back. I've got my happy ever after if only for the end of this book. I realize there will be allot coming in book four but right now I'm happy. This book is scary, twisted, heart pounding with exquisite details. I'm drawn into all the characters even the ones I hate with a passion. His book is dark, twisted and so passionate. This is the story of Alex and Raft, they really do belong together. After all their struggles, you think it can't get worst but it does in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vagrant (Condemned, #4); Author: Gemma James; Genres: romance; Review: Well it's finally over. Oh my gosh I'm so glad, way to many emotions. Rafe is twisted and dangerous, he also loves Alex more than anything else in this world. He's so controlling and those dark desires had me having to take a break from this book. I don't know if I like this Rafe, getting his memories back changed him. I missed the Rafe that had amnesia. I did get my HEA but at what expense. What happened to Jax? Did he find his sister? Did he take care of their problems? Or are they going to have to be looking over their shoulders? Way too many questions, like a cliffhanger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Believe Like a Child; Author: Paige Dearth; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: I can't believe it ended this way. WTH..... All that she went through and this is how it ends. REALLY!!! No HEA!!! I'm not feeling this. This ending deserves just four stars. Alessa was a young girl around seven years old who was sexually, physical, and mentally abuse her entire life. I loved the characters Remo and Lucy her boyfriend and a little homeless girl she never adopted. That was strange for me but I've never read a book like this on this subject before. Wow, but I never like Remo's mother. She doesn't even grow on you. Alessa's bittersweet journey is perpetually fraught with challenges although she managed to find fleeting moments of joy. I was sucked into the details of this story. Every dark and harsh aspect of her life. I have to say WOW again. This book is not for everyone, me to be exact. This is raw and leaves nothing to the imagination. After the triumph and faith had me feeling all warm and fuzzy, then it ends.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Awaken (Between Two Realms #1); Author: Amber Flora; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: It's taking me long with this book because I've been sick. Now for the review, this is the first book in the Between Two Realms series. The Dream Walker world included the Wizards and Vampire realms. I loved this book except for a couple of things, first it seem she seem to have to fixed everyone and everything, I can't believe how many times she had to be saved. Raised as a human her dreams were so vivid, and comforting she would rather be there than real life. That's when she founds out she is different. And everything she thought she knew was nothing like this world she really came from. In comes Cody and his best friend Mac no more boring life for her. And being alone when her uncle Ken died left her with no known family. I love the relationship between the characters. I don't know why this time I couldn't keep the characters straight. Anyway can't wait for the next book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deceived 4 - The Wedding (Deceived, #4); Author: Eve Carter; Genres: romance; Review: Finally my HEA, wait slow your roll. Did you just say Patrick is still married to some wench. Oh my gosh the bombshell of a secret threatens to stop the wedding. Oh but my fav in this book is Ryan, best friend to Patrick. I totally fell in love with Ryan, the loyalty he has for Patrick is more than special. The cliffhanger oh my. Will be reading next book. Truth is I thought they deserved their HEA a book ago!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deceived 5 - New Beginnings (Deceived, #5); Author: Eve Carter; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Wow what a cliffhanger!! But I can't help but think this Book could have been combined with the last book. All I want to know is about Chloe and Patrick. Oh course I absolutely love Ryan and now he has Liam. I'm not really interested in reading about her BFF Elyse and her new boyfriend Ricky. I did devour the book to get to the mystery at the end. Patrick and Ryan knew there was something up with Chloe's new friend, Nina. She was just to friendly to Chloe, suspect. Anyway another cliffhanger, ugh. But the baby I gave to know. Reading the last and I hope finally book. Patrick and Chloe are fabulous and to see their life and love continue was amazing but the baby. Oh my gosh the baby.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deceived 6 - Ultimate Deception (Deceived, #6); Author: Eve Carter; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Wow freaking amazing, wonderful, exciting, and so much love. I didn't think this series would ever end. But I have to admit this last book was what I was looking a HEA. Not another cliffhanger. I loved Chloe and Patrick, bringing plenty of love and drama to the story. Those two being in love with each other was like breathing. They craved it. Patrick and Chloe journey was adventurous and too many obstacles. They overcame all of their obstacles and i got my HEA. Nina was treacherous; I was speechless. I couldn't believe she set this whole thing up because of her sister, which is still in prison. Nina's disappearing was the worst. Patrick and Chloe manage to get to the end hopefully it will last. Chloe didn't loose the baby and own their way to having another. And oh my gosh Ryan and Liam what a beautiful wedding. All the characters became one big happy family, Ryan, Liam, Elyse, and Ricky. It was definitely an awesome book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ash (Hive Trilogy, #1); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Wow I will never get enough of my time in the vampire world. The Ash are a vampire and human hybrid which are always male. Now enters Charlie Bennet, the very first female Ash ever. Her mother never got around to telling her who her real father was during her children. She found out in college after she changed. I'm loving this new world she in, fighting to the death. Charlie's journey in the Hive as an Ash is life changing, full of action, romance, danger and adventure. She fights for her life while discovering the mystery of her existence. All the characters kept me coming back for more. I hated leaving the house wishing I was back in their world. Charlie hated the Ash until she became one. Living in the Hive has its perks, and Ryder and his Enforcers aka the Sexy Six was one of them. Everyone was abuzz with the shocking discovery of a female Ash. She was basically impossible and shouldn't exist. You will enjoy her new BAFF, Best Ash Friends Forever, Jayden. He's hilarious and loves her. I love how Charlie slowly infiltrated their ranks and their hearts. They became her family. Enjoy this wonderful world that's Charlie's home now. Can't wait for the next book. And the freaking cliffhanger was off the chain. She's the cure, oh my gosh. I highly recommend, five stars for me!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty C.O.; Author: Rod Ballard; Genres: fiction; Review: I have to admit this was a great read. I do better with Vampires and Werewolves. Tristan to me was just careless and greedy. He had a choice to stop bringing the contraband into the jail. I knew what he was doing was a very bad idea and it was going to backfire. But the ending was epic. I'm not giving that away, no spoilers here. But I have to admit the introduction of these characters will never leave me. I'll always remember them. I really did enter their world and loved the book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Devotion (Mystic #7); Author: B.C. Burgess; Genres: paranormal, romance, fantasy, fiction; Review: Wow I absolutely love this book. The name Devotion is perfect name for this book. Quinn and Layla bought so many blissful scenarios and kept me in their world and loving every minute. All the family/coven time was especially wonderful. This was my HEA even with more evil on the way. I loved living temporarily in the wonderful world. After reading this installment, I realized how much I've missed these characters. I've savored the tender moments with Quinn, Layla, the triplets and of course Benzio. The love was so real and tugged at my heart. I found many times I had to stop because of the tears. The cute toddler bought so many special moments with his presence. The love story of Bann and Aradia will be a wonderful next book. But her evil twin ended this book with a bang. The cliffhanger left me speechless Alec was worst than I ever thought. The Dark Guild again!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shack; Author: William Paul Young; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: It took me a long time to read this book because of my illness. I was a little confused during the The Shack scene. But that could be the relationship that I have with God or the lack of an intimate one. I did love the book. Just the reading of all three in one place and interacting with a human floored me. Going to church is not part of my routine but I never once thought that he didn't know my heart. I must say loosing my husband took me to a dark place. And I can actually say this book helped. I can't wait to see the movie.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Everything, Everything; Author: Nicola Yoon; Genres: fiction, young-adult, romance; Review: I actually love this book. Then ending was not what I was expecting. Learning what her mother did was horrifying. I just the wish there was more of the book. More of her and Olly together after finding out her real condition. The book store ending was not enough. This really was a cute romance, funny and definitely sad. But I would read again, so that in my book is a good book. I can't wait for the movie. It really didn't take long to read this book. I was trying to read with another book, The Shack and I didn't feel well. This really is a quick read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vengeance (The Captive, #6); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I can breath. They both made it through the mountains alive. I held my breath through the last part of William and Tempest journey. Know I remember why I loved the Captive Series so much. Arie's, the queens twin brother wants Vengeance. William life was taken by Kane a vampire. He just can't adjust to his new life as a vampire. Despite his mortality, he finds his life cold and empty. He hates more than anything being a vampire. All he can think about is Kane, the man that took his life. Arie did the only thing she could as a vampire and his twin turned him into a vampire to save his life. He wants revenge and will do anything to get it that include leaving his family and friends to find Kane. That's where his journey begins. Finding Tempest, a nearly frozen vampire in the blizzard. She left her town to find help because of a take over by hostile vampires. Kane is amount the vampires that are taking over her town. Their journey begins and it's amazing. The ending left me feeling ill. I'm hoping that the fears of the queen Arie is ill-founded. I love Braith and Arie love for each other. I hope the next book is about them...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unbound (The Captive #7); Author: Erica Stevens; Genres: paranormal, young-adult, fantasy, romance; Review: The conclusion to the Captive series was absolutely amazing. It included everything I've ever wanted in a book. Oh my gosh reconnecting to the new and previous characters was like coming to my family reunion. I loved all the characters of all the books is this series. This book was the perfect ending to my HEA. The characters was like family that you wanted to see triumphant and finally find peace and happiness. The tension was high, emotions were near the surface and all I could do is read and feel what they were feeling. Vampires and humans wanted the same thing to defend and and love no matter the sacrifice. I was in the edge throughout this book in particular. It included joy, fear, sorrow, and happiness. Vengeance introduced use to the enemies that no one believed existed. And Unbound bought the final epic battle against a new threat to peace between the humans and vampires. I'm content knowing everyone found loved and is living happily in the world of equality. And all the babies at the end. Everyone had more than one baby. Freaking amazing series!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sun Is Also a Star; Author: Nicola Yoon; Genres: fiction, young-adult, romance; Review: I absolutely love this book. oh my gosh I loved everything about this book. Natasha was someone who believed in science not romance and fate. She's from Jamaica and an illegal immigrant. Her days starts with trying to figure out of being deported back to Jamaica. Daniel on the other was an hopeless romantic. He's trying to figure out how to get out of his interview with an ivy league school to become a doctor, which his parents don't understand. I love the friendship that develops between Natasha and Daniel. Their journey is set over a one day period. You will connect automatically with Daniel and Natasha. The short chapters make for a quick read and makes the story feel more intense and energetic as the romance and friendship develops between them. Daniel knew he was in love with her when he first set eyes on Natasha. I think he had to convince her. So the journey begins. we get to eat h them fall for each other as they listen to each other's view of everything. These are the main characters and you instantly love the both and their families. Daniel and Natasha's love story not conventional but what a great journey they discovering each other. Now the ending was shocking and worth reading the book. It was unique and unexpected. I absolutely this book. I hope there is another in the making. I need more!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guardian (The Guardian #1); Author: A.J. Messenger; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I absolutely love the heroine and hero of the book, this was new world for me at least. Guardians Angels protecting a women and her community. Oh course there is no light without darkness which are the fallen dark angels. Declan Jane (I know but it's a girl) and Alexander Ronin (Angel and Australian accent), I just couldn't get enough of them. The characters of this book were amazing. You get to know them then fall into their world. Her best friends were the best, Liz (hilarious) and Finn. Finn has was a wonderful addition to the group. Finn has Asperger's and was a refreshing read. Today, Asperger's syndrome is technically no longer a diagnosis on it's own. It is now part of a broader category called autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ... This means the symptoms are less severe than other kinds of autism spectrum disorders. Nice to see characters with three dimensional problems and personalities. Which includes Declan's mom, Alexanders brother (a price of work) Avestan. I have to say Liz and Finn getting together melted my heart. The rose and getting on his knee to ask Liz out had tears in my eyes. This story is for everyone. It's got it all, but no bad language or sex. Great book can't wait to read the nice one. Recommended....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rebelonging (Unbelonging, #2); Author: Sabrina Stark; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I absolutely love this book. It took awhile because Chloe kept getting on my nerve. All the secrets for what there was nothing to them. No apparent reason to lie or lie by omission. She was definitely a walking disaster. Lawson seem to be s cool guy and would have accepted anything she told him about her life. He love her from the first time he saw her five years earlier. Anyway don't want to say too much. But her lying was so irritating. Her father and step mother from hell was hilarious, especially when Lawson joined them for dinner. When people break up as much as Lawson and Chloe, I'm surprised the made it together. There were great characters in this book from her brother Josh to Lawson's brother Bishop. I can't wait to read his story. Overall this was an enjoyable read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butterfly Style (The Dartmouth Cobras, #8.5); Author: Bianca Sommerland; Genres: romance; Review: Oh my gosh AMAZING!!! The Dartmouth Cobras is one of my all time favorites. I loved everyone of the the characters portrayed in this series. I love reading all the characters because I missed then so much. I hope more is coming Chicklet. True be told I've never read a F/F book every. I absolutely love these two together. Chicklet is a Domme who has chosen her own unconventional path in life. Her and Laura had a wonderful journey together. Chicklet never wanted a commitment or a monogamous relation, that is until she met Laura. This absolutely awesome story was their journey in love and commitment. I loved Chicklet with Laura how they started a relationship. It gave us a background of Laura and what her and what what why was her deal throughout the series. Another book Bianca Sommerland, she never disappoints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Defensive Zone (Portland Storm #10); Author: Catherine Gayle; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh what a great book Cody "Harry" Williams is a defenseman for the Portland Storms, and Dani Weber was the coaches daughter. She wanted "Dirty Harry as Dani called him. The book had thought provoking situations kept my me engaged the entire book. Dani and Harry had this most amazing journey. Dani had a crush Harry aka Cody since she was very young but it was no secret or not so subtle. She was too young and with a dad like Coach Weber nothing would ever happen for the rest of her life. She saw how her father treated Babes and Katy her sister now married. Besides Hockey book focus beyond the romance. So much actually hockey and all the new and previous characters which I loved. The teammates and coaches where included which made this book awesome. I remembered all my fav characters. I have to admit I loved Dirty Harrys kink. Five star book. Again!!! Love me some Catherine Gayle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soft Fate (Wolven Moon, #2); Author: Dany Rae Miller; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I want to start by saying I've missed you Dany. I started reading with you on the first book before it was released and got sick. So reading Shavone journey is over the moon. I remember Soft Shatter like I read it yesterday. Yes I wanted Shavone to be with Nash but this book helped to realize the live between her and Cruz. Their story is amazing. And I love their chemistry that we all wish we had. I'm so relieved that she forgave Nash, Ben and even her sister. Dany this book warm my heart; the chemistry between all the characters and their emotions made this book great. You're an amazing writer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jericho (The Jinn Cycle, #1); Author: Nini Church; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Ok this book was freaking awesome. It has to be my fav of 2017. Jericho is an addition. As the main character I have read to know more about him. Not to mention Abe, the heroine of this book is freaking awesome with some kickass powers. She was intelligent and hilarious which made you want more of her also. This book materialized a beautiful world of the Jinn worriers. I've read about so many species witches, vamps, werewolves, shifters but draws you in and you love being in their world. Abe was spunky, smart and hilarious from a dark background. Jericho is king of the Jinn. In his world he is a well respected king by all species. His warriors would die or fight for their king. But their world changes we Abe comes into it. They describe as color coming into their black and white world. The journey of Annabelle and Jericho had so many twist and turns keeps you reading way past your bedtime. All the characters kept an unpredictable plot perfect in every way. This book is so worth reading. Can't wait to read the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reno, The Jinn Cycle - Book Two: Reno; Author: Nini Church; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Ok I know I said the Jericho was my fav. Now I'm changing that, this series is my all time fav of 2017. I absolutely love this world of Jinn. The warriors, and protectors of this Jinn world was complicated, yet I wanted to be there. If I left the house, I couldn't wait to get home to read. That's the making of a GREAT series. Jinn were born with free will and able to read the natural elements of the earth. Reno, is Jerico's second in command. Jericho is King of the Jinn. And Aili is a doctor that came to take of Jericos twins. Reno was done the first time he saw her. Being called Hollywood because of all the women he had was not taken seriously about Aili. He was also warned by her cousin Conn, one of the elite worries of Jericho, to stay always from her. And that was because Reno was notorious for one night stands. Reno's journey with Aili, Dr. McFeerson was epic. You will enjoy every moment of this book. It won't disappoint. I love my HEA's and I got that with this series. Only thing I hate is waiting for the next book dY"s. Revisiting every character in Jericho's journey was a thrill especially with the twins. The old and new characters mesmerized me throughout this series. I hope all will read and enjoy as I did this spectacular new world of Jinn!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anarchy (Hive Trilogy, #2); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh This is such a definitely different kind of vampire thing "Hive". The king of different that you will love. Can't wait to see how Charlie, Jaden and the sexy six will do in their new location. I will never get enough, I couldn't see myself leaving the house because I missed all the fascinating characters in this book. I loved loved loved Carlie and the sexy Ryder. Couldn't get enough of Ryder. But Jayden, Charlie's BAFF was hilarious. "Jaden gave me a nod when I said nail file". "That's right," he said. "We get attacked, I will file a bitch". I so hope we get more of Charter, Charlie's father an Original Vamp. Wow and to find out she's the cure. I want to know more the sexy six and especially Ryder. Lucas was definitely a surprise, also Kyle. Now Sam was more of a surprise than any of the sexy six, never had a complete sentence. And at the end, oh snap what a cliffhanger. Can't wait to know more of their new home and all of Sam's secrets. Another girl Ash? Say it's not so.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shacking Up; Author: Helena Hunting; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I never expected this book gY"s to be this great. I thought the usual awkward meeting, attraction and the the hero and heroine falling in loved after the misunderstanding and my HEA. But I got so much more. It was fun and flirty, hilarious and heartfelt, sweet and slow burning romance with awesome characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exile; Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh I'm freaking blown away. I could never do this book justice with a review. This is absolutely a phenomenal series. These books go back to the Society series and are so freaking amazing. Exile is basically all about Stephen (Nick) and yes I'm in love. We learn so freaking much about his amazing journey. This book was a substantial read of forty nine chapters of emotional and an epic grand plan. This world that Mason created makes you feel like you're literally right there with them seeing, smelling, feeling and hearing everything they did in this book. Oh my gosh you even hate humans. You fall in love with all the characters with some exceptions like humans. But on human you just can't get enough of Helena. Stephen's tiger just can't resist Helena and my heart beats so fast when these two finally get together. The children are so adorable especially when they start calling Stephen DADDY! We also so get special appearances from characters from other books in the series. The ending as usual I just hate to love. You feel like you're getting your HEA but then and twist is thrown in and flip you on your head. I'm so freaking emotional right now. He's freaking locked up at the end. I'm so heartbroken gY~.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rise of the Phoenix (The Society, #1); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: This is promising to be the beginnings of a really special supernatural series of people called the Others. It's starts with a thirteen young boy being brutally beaten and tossed out of his house by his father for becoming an Other. He becomes an outcast because of what he is now, a wolf. He is rescued by Cade. What will his new life be???; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annihilate (Hive Trilogy #3); Author: Jaymin Eve; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this series was freaking brilliant. I cried so many times through this book. And Jayden getting married just made this book more special. Oliver and Jaden were made for each other. I cried through entire wedding. I love a string heroine who is no damsel in distress, and has the friends who helped her evolve. I loved her foul mouth, Charlie was a force to be reckoned with. Charlie's loyalty to those she loved and the journey we get to take with the sexy six, the Enforcers. I definitely got my HEA, Charlie and Ryder on beach in Hawaii. And her BAFF Jayden and Oliver married. And also her best human friend Tessa got with Jared. Becca, the human scientist and Sam the walking computer. And Kyle and Sasha the kickass chick from SWAT. Oh and her father Carter the Original Vamp turned back human to be with mother. It couldn't have been and better ending. I will miss this world of Ash and Vampires.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallen (The Guardian #2); Author: A.J. Messenger; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Wow! This is my first angel paranormal. I loved the clean and pureness of this series. This is a level for all ages. Just pure love. I loved the relationship of Alexander, the guardian angel and Declan, a Spite with some awesome powers that starts to develop throughout this book, but also a mortal girl. Her being mortal and in the beginning, the rules is why the never made love until the end (Strictly clean). When it was time for Declan and Alexander to make love, he was a pure angel in love. I loved how Declan and her mom went to the beach every year on the date of her fathers death. I cried through the entire thing because I do the same thing with my children at my husbands gravesite. There's allot to come in the next book with Declan's father. He saved her in this book so I know he'll be in the next book. I don't want to leave the review without mentioning Declan's best friends, Liz and Finn. They were wonderful additions to this series, their characters evolved in this book. Especially Finn and his love, pure love for Liz. I've never read or heard about a person with Asperger's. He was the sweetest and kindest person ever. I highly recommend this series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Room for You (Cranberry Inn, #1); Author: Beth Ehemann; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: What would you do to if you had a Second chance at love? If only I could have a second chance at love like this couple. Brody and Kacie's journey is one I'll never forget. Brody's a professional hockey player. He not the classic manwhore you usually read about. But he's now my book boyfriend. He's freaking amazing. Kacie is a single mom of two adorable twin girls. I love all the characters. There is nothing like a realistic, believable plot, likable characters and authentic dialogue. Their journey kept me reading without stopping. Kacie's fierce devotion and selflessness are what female readers will identify with the most. Brody's heart is fill with gold. Yes I have a new book boyfriend. I love both their moms and they added such realness to the story. Kacies daughters were simply adorable. They are five year old twins and hilarious. I hope there will be more of these wonderful characters in the next book. Wow the cliffhanger, normally I hate them but this one just want me to read more. I thought I had my HEA and in pops her hateful ex the children's father. Can't wait!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Room for More (Cranberry Inn Book 2); Author: Beth Ehemann; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh the Twinkies are so adorable I'll miss the s series. What a great addition, their cute, sweet, smart and just hilarious. I didn't think it was possible to fall more in love with Brody but I have. And this book was better than the first book if that's possible. Let's be clear, Brody is officially my book boyfriend. Brody's love for Kacie and the twins warm my heart to the point I cried through most of the book. I'm more sensitive than the average. I'm always crying. Brody was perfection in every way. Brody Murphy was the real deal, so genuine with so much love in his heart to his family, friends and Kacie he would die for. The twinkies (twins) will melt your heart and you will want to read more. Brody was truly and amazing man. Swooning [?][?][?] Kacie will completely capture your heart. The love in this book will stay in your heart forever. So many chapters completely captured my heart. Both Brody and Kacie's mom where so loving and they bought you into their world. Oh my gosh Brody's BFF "Viper" was the best human for his friend. They knew each other they were in second grade. Oh Kacie's BFF was the best support system that I've every read. Viper was definitely and manwhore but in this book I completely fell I love with him. And I hope for a story Firn him. The fluidity and writing was brilliant. It flows so, its like a movie. You get completely sucked into the story. Recommend reading to share this journey with Brody and Kacie. Brilliant and well written.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cement Heart (Viper's Heart, #1); Author: Beth Ehemann; Genres: romance; Review: I don't know where to start. I was blindsided by this journey of Viper. I didn't expect this from Viper because of previous books in the series. All we knew about him was that he was a man-whore. This book wasn't just a great story, but about change and acceptance also sad. Viper was so multi-layered and emotional enthralling I cried throughout the book. I love the way we got to know Viper completely and slowly to know the real man. And his circle of friends and characters throughout the book kept me crying and laughing especially Gam who was hilarious. I really loved his grandma some of his best conversations was with his grandmother. Vipers journey to shatter his cement heart was a journey I would take again with him. He faced a tragedy that rocked his world and mine. I think the promised that he made to his best friend saved his life. Viper fought his way back, with the courage and strength of a truly unique and complex character. And of course Michelle and her children, his best friends family. The more he interacted with his best friends family (Mike) the more my heart warmed up to the idea. He never dismisses his memory but treats it with the respect it deserves. He loved Mike like a real brother not just a friend and a hockey player on their team. I also loved that their relationship was not hurried. And his love for Mikes children had me crying once more. Cement Heart was a romance and a journey of self discovery. A must read. If you can read before Cranberry Inn series. This is great background of Viper. I understand much more about him.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Even the Score; Author: Beth Ehemann; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: I absolutely loved this book. I already knew Andy and Dani from the Cranberry Inn series. Andy is Brody's best friend and Sports Agent. I just want to know more about him and how they met. I knew his exwife Blaire. Now she was a piece of work. I usually have love/hate relationships with characters but I just hated her. I loved loved loved his little one Becca. She was simple adorable and hilarious. His son Logan is a little serious but lovable. And Gloria the nanny was incredible and so easy to love. Several times we met up with characters from previous books. Beth you didn't disappoint, drama, suspense and romance. Wish I had read before the Cranberry Inn series but glad I read this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Heart (Viper's Heart, #2); Author: Beth Ehemann; Genres: romance; Review: "Every pot has a lid. You're my lid. Will you marry me". That's all I have to say; I got my HEA. The journey was full of ups and downs. My emotions was all over the place. In this book Viper make the worst choices ever. Lawrence 'Viper' Finkle is absolutely one of my fav leading men. There nothing like loving a stubborn hero. He's protective, beautiful, loyal, generous, and oh my gosh capable of so much love. Yes he made so many bad decisions in this book. I was beyond upset with him. Michelle didn't deserve anything he dished out. We all get upset at our circumstances but what he did was unforgivable. But I'm so happy Michelle forgave him. We all know men are stupid most of the time but he took this to an entirely new level. He causes his own world to come crashing down on himself. It's a series of unfortunate events that happens, his damage knee, his past, his Gam (which is hilarious and she stole the show with her sassy mouth at 89), and reaction to his new baby that his undoing. Watching Viper struggle to find himself and what he wants his life to be while Michelle tries to figure out how to live without the man she loves AGAIN, leaves you going through all kinds of different emotions while reading this book. But it's so worth reading. And oh my gosh Michelle's children Mathew and Maura that really makes this book and their love for Viper. They are simply adorable. I loved that Kacie and Brody made several appearances in this book. Needless to say I'm a happy camper with my HEA. I wanted to be upset with the book but this was simple a great conclusion to Viper and Michelle's journey.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cade (The Society, #2); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I'm freaking speechless. This series is just amazing. Oh my gosh I couldn't stop reading. I've read countless books of paranormal, shifters, werewolves and vampires. But this book is a whole new level of shifters. The humans hates the shifters and visversa. The Others is a supernatural race of shifters. I've never read where the shifters didn't get along with humans AT ALL before. This society will includes action, romance and most of all loyalty. The characters had so much depth you just wanted to know more about each one of them. The plot to this book is freaking amazing that left the reader with gut-wrenching and heartfelt moments. The first book of the series is of Phoenix being thrown out of his home by his father for being a halfbreed. He was bitten by a wolf boy. The difference in this book is that the Others or humans didn't like halfbreeds and wanted to kill them all. In comes Cade a wolf-shifter, son of an Alpha and member of the Society to saved a half starved, half dead, homeless halfbreed, Phoenix. Oh my gosh the journey begins with Cade, Stephen his best friend and Gemme both Tiger shifters. A halfbreed destined for extermination and his love for Gemma, a Tiger. The mutual attraction of Cade and Gemma complicates things between friends which is not allowed in this Society. Phoenix grows from a scared pup to his role as a pack member. The love between the characters is beautiful and heart breaking. This b is a story of love, sacrifice and courage. I love love love this series already. [?][?]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Veil (The Society, #3); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh I didn't even realize this was a very long book. I just couldn't put it down. Another amazing book in the Society series. The Dark Veil starts two years after Cade took Phoenix in after finding him half dead and beaten in the woods. Cade (wolf) and Gemme's (tiger) forbidden relationship takes the on a journey that is freaking unbelievable. Which includes battles and enemies that the need to overcome that seems insurmountable. Lots of new characters are introduced, witches, fae, panther more tigers, foxes, bears and wolves. Gemme's best friend Shelley appears in this book. She can tell her everything. I love their relationship. And the kidnapping, Cade, Gemme, and Phoenix was the worst horrifying part of the book. But a new characters comes to the book to help save them, Raven (black panther) with Stephen. Their is so many twist and turns that are mind blowing. Wow the book is incredible written imaginative, creative and detailed. You just can't stop reading!!! "Humans - such sick and disgusting creatures". I have to agree with the assessment. I never hated humans more than I do in this book. I love how Cade, Gemme, Stephen and Phoenix are linked together on physic lever and the nothing but love between them. My heart was pounding throughout this book. What an incredible job Mason Sabre with this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden (The Society, #4); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I don't know what to say. I'm so speechless that this review will be short. I'm shocked, disturbed and completely speechless. Oh my gosh that battle. The baby, the couple tiger/bear (Jeff/Cathy). Malcom I just can't believe this was his plan. Everything went wrong. And to find out of Stephen's death oh my gosh. Or his fake death is heart wrenching for me. I loved Stephen and the connection he had with his family and friends. Oh my gosh can't wait to get to next book. I'm really upset I didn't get my HEA. We don't know much about the couple raising the baby (Tiger/Wolfe). I'm ugh....dY~adY~a; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death Awakening (Society Series Book 4); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh he did it again. What a great book, just like the others in this series. I have to say I hated the end of this book. What's with the cliffhanger??? I absolutely hate them. I found myself shouting NO to the ending. Yvette agrees for Henry to be their master. Wth!!! Raven backed back. He help rescue Stephen, Gemme and Cade. Now he's in this entire book. We get a brief history on Raven and his story. I loved the connection that he and Genme and how they are always their for each other. love this Panther. We are introduced to Yvette and her husband Troy. Troy and Yvette are vampires that gets pulled into this toe curdling action packed journey. Yvette works in Raven's bar. Gemme's also makes a great appearance in this book. And we can't forget another main character in the book, Henry. Theirs allot more to know about Henry. I absolutely love this fantasy world created in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Snow (The Society #5); Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Darn that was a freaking amazing book. My heart [?] is pounding right now. I'm so glad Nigel and Mel got away. And my heart just broke for Xander. I just started loving him after I knew his story. Right now all I want is MORE!!!! How is it possible for everyone of these these books being amazing. ''Tis book is completely different from the other books but still in this amazing world. Now we're getting a taste of what is means to in in Exile. Mel's character is strong, sassy and independent. I'm so loving her. Know Nigel was different, mysterious and I absolutely feel hard for him. These two two strong characters belong together. I just hope Xander is in the next book. I grew to love him. Don't remember who said it but any time I see Mason Sabre books I'm not reading descriptions I'm just reading the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cuts Like An Angel; Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I'm speechless afreakinggain!!!! I can't believe the ending. I should have been prepared because of the previous book, Cuts like an Angel One. Now in book two I'm not getting my freaking HEA. I had to speed read because I couldn't stop needing more. Regardless of everything I loved everything nailbitting emotional roller coaster in this dark journey for William and Rosie. Also I loved the excellent humor and awkward romance that left me in a terrible funk with the ending. Maria coming to their home. What a freaking awful ending. Not a not only will you be shedding tears because of your heart breaking but tears of laughter due to some of the banter that was s found in book two. I have to admit I was so unhappy with the ending. I wanted more for them but only got Maria, the physco bitch. The antagonist in this book his mother Maria. So many times I ask the question, why hasn't she died? I know that's terrible but true. This was a truly magical read about William and Rosie. I would say one of my best reads this year but the ending. It keeps coming back to my HEA I was expecting but maybe that was the point. This is really the first book that left me wondering what to do next. I usually go to the next book but it should be one here but it's not. Ok I'm an emotional reck. I'm OUT peace!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cuts Like An Angel--2; Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I'm speechless afreakinggain!!!! I can't believe the ending. I should have been prepared because of the previous book, Cuts like an Angel One. Now in book two I'm not getting my freaking HEA. I had to speed read because I couldn't stop needing more. Regardless of everything I loved everything nailbitting emotional roller coaster in this dark journey for William and Rosie. Also I loved the excellent humor and awkward romance that left me in a terrible funk with the ending. Maria coming to their home. What a freaking awful ending. Not a not only will you be shedding tears because of your heart breaking but tears of laughter due to some of the banter that was s found in book two. I have to admit I was so unhappy with the ending. I wanted more for them but only got Maria, the physco bitch. The antagonist in this book his mother Maria. So many times I ask the question, why hasn't she died? I know that's terrible but true. This was a truly magical read about William and Rosie. I would say one of my best reads this year but the ending. It keeps coming back to my HEA I was expecting but maybe that was the point. This is really the first book that left me wondering what to do next. I usually go to the next book but it should be one here but it's not. Ok I'm an emotional reck. I'm OUT peace!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cuts Like an Angel; Author: Lucian Bane; Genres: thriller, crime, romance, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh what a freaking amazing book. I'm speechless. I was completely blown away. Their journey was PERFECT. This book was better than wonderful. If you haven't read you won't be disappointed. Suspense, tragedy, romance and most of all love. Wow so much love. This is a story of self harming. Nothing I ever read has been this addictive. I couldn't get enough like I was addicted. I can't say enough but of Rosie and William. They were absolutely perfect for each other on so many levels. The mental health aspect was so riveting. I laughed so much during the reading of their story. It consumed my life. I had to keep reading to the last page and I couldn't believe I'm getting my HEA. But it's got another book so this will be store so I can read the next book. Fanfreakingtastic!!!! This book needed more stars.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Watch Over You; Author: Mason Sabre; Genres: history, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh this is my life. Oh how I wish it was my life. Living without my husband he s the worst pain ever. I absolutely loved this book. A bond that can't be be broken. No matter who I meet their not my husband. I cried throughout the book. The mystery that surrounded Devan and how he interacted with Tara was perfect. His tender giving, sometimes forceful nature made for a beautiful and wonderfully and exciting journey. The authors incredibly attention to detailed has been exceptional as usual. I cried more because of the death of my husband and moving on with my life has been extremely hard. Loved this book [?][?]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coverboy; Author: Dan Skinner; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: I first want to say I'm a massive fan of Dan Skinner. He's talk to me like a real person not just a fan of all his books. That being said, Having read "Memorizing You" and thinking he's my all time favorite author so I decided to read his first book "Coverboy". I'm starting by say that I could tell this was his first book. I can see great leaps in his story telling but don't be deterred by that this is a great book to read. This is a sweet story of two souls that find each. This friendship bring stability and happiness that each has lost. I love the friendship that develops between the two guys. Brock being a man that had everything and lost it to include family, friends and even his agent. But Carey's on the other hand is rocked by loss, his wife and baby. I think he's extended a hand to Brock to help out of a need for company, and kindness. I think the line from the book sums this up "There was no debate that the two of them needed each other, two displaced souls, to simple feel as if they had a place in a heartless world that appeared to have cast then off and forgotten them". Dan Skinner is a master of storytelling.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Secrets (Dark Secrets, #1); Author: Angela M. Hudson; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Wow, Whine, Whine, Whine; would you like some cheese dYSSEUR with that whine. Oh my gosh Ara aka, Amara-Rose; I just waited for the progression of this character the entire book. So stubborn, moody, immature showing little growth throughout this very long book. Freaking thirty nine chapters; 13263 was that characters, words, paragraphs, or pages of her immature ways. I thought her inner turmoil was drawn out. Don't get me wrong I have plenty of turmoil in my life but this was too much. Take a Xanax like the rest of the world. I kept telling myself that she was young but it didn't help. I really did like the book. I haven't read a vampire book that I didn't like. Allot of reviews refer to this book as being similar to The Twilight Series. Not to me the heroine was not and whining teenager. Too many unresolved issues with David. But he was the vampire. I wanted to know more about Davis besides his psychotic twin brother. Mike was great, of course he she grew up with him from babies. How could you not love someone that you've been with all your life. To me the characters didn't seem to develop through the book. I loved Vicki her step mom and lady bed her Dad and Sam her little brother. I like the book so I'm reading the next book in the series. And if I'm being honest I hated the ending. Getting married and leaving your family. REALLY...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Heart's Ashes (Dark Secrets, #2); Author: Angela M. Hudson; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh yes I have a love/hate relationship with this series. I just can't see that Amara got better in this book. If she did she still got her my nerves. I was actually at one point of putting down the book with no intentions on finishing. This book was definitely better than the first but the whining continues. And her love for every man in the series, REALLY; David, Mike, Eric and Jason. Oh my gosh Jason, David's twin brother her love for him was just too much. I really do think that the author is talented; I just didn't like Ara. The last half of the book was way better than the beginning. Some elements of the book was great especially when Ara got kidnapped and tortured. Oh course I love the attack at Karnivale. Amara Rose and her triangle relationship with David and Mike still doesn't sit well with me. Maybe because she's a freaking ridiculous teenager but she really worked on my last nerve. But I was so happy to see David alive again. I'm undecided about whether it was worth my frustration, yet I feel compelled to read the next book. I surprised myself when I decided to finish the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mark of Betrayal (Dark Secrets, #3); Author: Angela M. Hudson; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I can't read anymore. I'm done. Maybe because I accidentally read book four before book three this book. But her boundaries are not just blurred between friends and enemies just sickening. It's more like she loves everyone, especially her husbands brother. If she says Jason's name one more time I'm going to vomit dY$?C/ . So freaking agitated dY~!. Amara has to always be in someone arms to be comforted. I absolutely love strong women; I can't do the weak thing.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lies in Blood (Dark Secrets, #4); Author: Angela M. Hudson; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: AMAZING!!! I can't believe I'm still reading this series. It like a freaking soap opera. You never know who loved who and who is going to sleep with who. Will Amara ever grow up; I'm seriously doubting it with every page. I've never understood the Ara/Jason relationship and I never will I just don't get it. The best part of the book that kept me reading was he(Ara) growing powers and the war with Drake. She actually sat down with Drake in a civil conversation that she can't do with David now. WOW I don't love love love my David and Mike anymore and they were my fav in this series. How did Emily get so needy? How is it that Ara love Jason now and wants to marry him? She's pregnant with David's child. This is some twisted stuff her. I'm use to strong no nonsense vamps. I wasn't surprised about Morgaine she's always seemed suspect to me. No love lost there. It's allot going on in this book but to me it got worst. Ara spent the entire book talking and preparing to get revenge on Drake. What happened, just seem like a filler/fluff book. I thought there was going to be an EPIC battle after Drakes torture. But the baby, oh my gosh Davis hates the baby too. I'm so over this. Ara keeps dealing the same things over and over again. Ok she has to grow up in the next book. Famous last words: "One this I do know was that David's absence from my life would no longer make or break me. I didn't need him anymore to be okay." I did enjoy learning about the history of vampires and lilithians. Oh after reading Davids journals (when he was in high school and before he met Amara) about sleeping with Emily i was shocked and sickened. I've never given up on a series before. Will I start now, Nope!!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enemy Mine (Alpha and Omega, #2); Author: Aline Hunter; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh I LOVED LOVED LOVED this book. This is the second book in the Alpha and Omega series. Although I loved the first book in the series I loved this one more. I loved how it wasn't solely focused on the main characters Emery and Mary. It incorporates the secondary characters; some from the previous book, also future books. Nothing was going to stop Emory Veznor from getting to his s mate Mary Shepard. After getting a glimpse of them from the previous book I knew their book would be EPIC. Mary's family were all introduced in first book as Shepard's, which sole purpose was to rid the earth of the demons know as Shifters. Shepard's were religious humans who hated Shifters. So what happens; Mary fall in love with one Emory. Emory's consideration, concern, and love for Mary was endearing throughout with the words and story flowing seamlessly between the Shepard's to the Shifters. Emory had left New York after a power struggle with his brother (Trey) and Alpha of the pack. He moved to Colorado where he met his mate Mary. One problem she was a Shepard, the ones that hunt and kill Shifters. And that's were their journey starts. This book was great not only because of Emory and Mary but the secondary characters like Trey and Sadie; Nathan and Leigh; also Cade and Andrea. The drama with the Shepard's was awesome but the problem with was that they were like cockroaches; it didn't seem like you could kill them. Diskant and Ava in this book was the icing on the cake. And the scene with Oscar had me crying but I'm sure Rocky will help with the healing process and be a great addition to the family. I really didn't want to put the book down as the writing flowed effortlessly from one scene to the next. My favorite quote: "What we have is more than love at first sight. He skimmed his fingers along her shoulders. In fact, what I want to share with you makes love laughable in comparison". Can't wait for the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mystery Man (Dream Man, #1); Author: Kristen Ashley; Genres: mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: Ok I have to admit, I was going to give up this book half way through. I don't like books when there are two or more men after the same women. I read up to as many as six guys after the same women. Ain't that much love in the world, especially with all the women in the world. That being said I laughed, cried, and was extremely happy with the Epilogue. Oh my gosh I got my HEA. I catch all errors in the books I read. With that being said, there were plenty here but I also love this author so the mistakes doesn't matter to me. Now I have another hot yummy alpha male to swoon over. I loved Cabe "Hawk" Delgado, smoking hot Mystery Man (MM). He was domineering and I would give anything to see those dimples. Gwendolyn "Sweet Pea" Kidd was a extremely feisty which I love. She drinks Cosmos and eats lots of cookie dough. Also she has great friends including Elvira, which I hope to get that book of her. Meredith her stepmom was freaking awesome. Especially, at there anniversary party when Gwen gave her the adoption papers, I cried had to stop reading. Gwen thinks she had a one night stand with Hawk but the way he tells it is that he saw her first before he even got in the bar. "Clocked you before you clocked me. Gwen.. Saw you through the windows as I was walkin' up. Your friend was with you and you were laughin' still see you". After a year and a half of him coming to her in the middle of the night for some off she he charts sex with no communication. He had to force way into the light in order to protect her. Her sister dragged her into a dangerous situation, life ending stuff. And the journey of Hawk and Gwen began. The fighting between them was hilarious dY~,. I actually laugh out loud lol. "A year and a half. Totally f..king missed out". When I learned about how s past I fell hard for him. So freaking said. Now I know why his mother said what she said to Gwen when they broke up. There were plenty of moments in the book where my heart just wanted to burst. I absolutely loved this book and can't wait to read the next book dY"s. Oh my, epilogue, marriage, and babies. The perfect ending!!! "You're in deep with me aren't you baby". "I whispered my question just to confirm." "Drowning".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vampire Mine (Alpha and Omega, #3); Author: Aline Hunter; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Ok oh my gosh there was allot going on in this book. I've got to get my thoughts together before I write a review. My emotions are all over the place. I'll write a review later. Loved the book dY"s. I like the way this series is mixing up their romances: Vampires and Shifters. To start this story was about Trey and Sadie that I couldn't wait for. But the story wasn't so focused on the main characters as I would have liked. Trey peaked my interest in previous books. I couldn't wait to found out who would tamed the hot shifter. I loved Sadie as the from the very beginning. She is a vampire that can kick butt when necessary yet is still as vulnerable when it came to her pull to Trey. There was bit more focused on side stories than it was on Trey and Sadie taking up allot of the book. I loved seeing Trey trying to convince Sadie that she was his mate. He also had to deal with his own pack as Alpha and them accepting his mating of vampire. Trey was an extremely butt wipe with everyone especially Sadie after losing his pack members in a Shepard bombing. Sadie was in love with Trey from the beginning and one night he insulted her when he was drunk and couldn't control his behavior. So he dismisses her after finding out she's a vampire, enemy of Shifters; he breaks her heart leaving himself broken without her. We do get a culmination of a love story that has been brewing from the very first book. There isn't a whole lot of resolutions to the ongoing conflicts faced by the characters. There is the drama with Sadie's brother, the ongoing battle with the Shepard's, and what will happen with Nathan and Leigh. Leigh oh my gosh got on my nerves, when I saw her name I wanted to skip the page. I can't imagine how hurt Nathan is with the situation. He really deserves someone better than Leigh; he deserves his HEA. Also Caden, Kinsley and Zack surprise characters all developing stories. The action and intrigue is building, the romance is consuming and the sex is sizzling.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpha Mine (Alpha and Omega, #4); Author: Aline Hunter; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh I've gotten my HEA. Finally, technically this is a continuation of Trey and Sadie's story. As much as they fought fate they finally succumbed and I loved it. Sadie is a protector and is very much an Alpha female vampire with magic in her own right. Trey I'd definitely an Alpha make Shifter and when it comes to his mate he's dominate, possessive and protective. They finally was going to their place to start a life together. This book had so many twist and turns it was freaking unbelievable. It's riveting with awesome action. Will Cade find love? Oh my gosh wait until you find out who he's protecting. She is freaking powerful. The most interesting part of the story is the developing relationship between Aldon Frost and his still human mate. He's also helping to get Nathan back. Which is such a twist because he suppose to be a bad guy. Know he's a good guy made my heart melt. He and his brothers are Ordained - both light and dark. Will they be able to keep their secret? Now that leaves Nathan and Leigh. She's not whinny in this book. She actually steps up to the plate. Nathan is in her heart and she can't wait to get him back. Diskant and Ava are also involved big time in this book. Can't wait for the wee little one born. The shocker Sadie had to get rid of the head of the Coven, Geneva. There were plenty of baddies in this installment, Shepard's, The Fallen, and the Conjurer which we don't know much about. Can't wait for next book. Ugh sometime in 2018. By the way, I think I'm in love with Alton Frost.[?][?]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fire Inside (Chaos, #2); Author: Kristen Ashley; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh I loved the this book. I know I said the same thing about the first book. I thought I was in love with Tack then Shy made he fall more in love him but Hopper Kincaid completely and totally won me over and he made me swoon. And by the way, said let be getting my HEA in every book. I loved how they all cared about each other so much. Lanie Heron is Tyra's best friend (Tack's old lady). Eight years ago Lanie made the worst mistake of her life to stand by her man after her BFF told her to leave him. She really didn't have to make another decision because that's when she had her near death experience and her BFF experienced it also. Lanie could never get over that that fateful night. She lost her fiance and almost lost her BFF to death. The consequences of her decision to stay with her fiance has haunted her until this day. Lanie has been through allot after finding out her first fiance got himself involved with the Russia mob. She never let another man into her life until Hopper. These are events left her broken and unable to move on. She decided she wanted a one night stand with Hopper. One new night of sex and nothing else. Hopper 'Hop' Kincaid has been a member of Chaos since he was twenty four. He helped Tack Allen turn around Chaos around from illegal to legal. He's d voiced with two children. Oh yes Cody and Molly were a great addition to the Chaos family. They were completely hilarious and they loved Lanie. "We're teaching Cody how to make waffles Molly shouted with excitement. Don't know why Cody stated. I get a women and she doing all the cooking". I love the children. Lanie and Hop's journeys starts and it's wonderful. I can't leave this review without mentioning Elvira with all her sassy greatness. She was close with Lanie and Tyra with was hilarious. She was crazy but also honest and loyal. I got reacquainted with all the Chaos gang. I also have to mention Big Petey was a founding member of Chaos and was no spring chicken in his sixties. He cared allot about Lanie. You will love Lanie and Hop's journey. Fire Inside definitely did not disappoint. Not only did I get to read about seriously hot, badass biker Hop but I got to read about a sassy but vulnerable heroine Lanie. What a great book. Can't wait for the next book. "Keep hold of happy. It's found you. Don't let it go". Elvira, one of my fav quotes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ride Steady (Chaos, #3); Author: Kristen Ashley; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Ok so I said I was in love. Now I'm in love again. Carson "Joker" Steele I fell hard and fast for Joker and just fell harder the more I read. I also fell hard for the heroine Carissa Teodoro she was strong and feisty. And I loved her adorable baby Travis. I fell in love with both characters. Joker just melted by heart with his sweetness and understanding. I was a complete puddle of goo when he was with Carissa's little baby boy Travis. "Who would have thought my Carson Steele would be catching butterflies dY|<" Carissa was a cheerleader with a hit popular boyfriend (Aaron) who all the girls in high school wanted. But Carissa had a secret crush on Carson. He was a recluse but he was crazy for Carissa she just didn't know. Carson had a terrible home life; he lived with an abusive father that he didn't want to bring Carissa into that kind of life. When he finally had enough of his father he leaves. "I've loved her since high school man. She means everything to me. You gotta drag her down, that'll suck but I'll pic her back up. You gotta rip her apart, I'll fucking hate watching it but I'll put her back together. Do what you gotta do to make you feel loved like you gotta a bigger dick. But know this, in the end, it's gonna be me and her" Years later Carson now known as Joker has found his home and family with the Chaos Motorcycle Club. He finally finds a place he can call home. He never thought he would ever see Charissa again until he helps a lady on the interstate with a flat tire. She was married and a son Travis. Aaron her husband find a younger women and puts her out with their son. Carissa doesn't recognize him but she knows there is something familiar about him and he does know who she is right away. There is an undeniable attraction between them. And their journey begins. There were moments when I laugh out loud, when my stomach did flips, when I had to stop because I was crying, and many times when I just wanted to just wrap my arms around Joker. I loved the moments of Tack's POV and the sweet cameo of Hawk. My heart sank when she didn't recognize him. My heart hurt when his brothers told Carissa not to get be up on Joker. I loved when Big Petey was so happy to babysit Carissa's Lil Travis for free. Also I loved the times Tack and Tyra was in this book with their children, Rider and Cutter. I loved when Carissa told Joker she was a floozy so he would stop treating her like she fragile. And she loved when he replaced her generic food. I loved when she got with her friends Tyra, Tabby, Lanie and Elvira especially when they went to Jokers mean fathers house for payback. Oh my gosh I loved when Charissa met Malik, Elvira's man. And when; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walk Through Fire (Chaos, #4); Author: Kristen Ashley; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: "IaEUR(tm)d do it every day it was so worth it to walk through fire for you." Oh my gosh what a great book. This one totally did me in above and beyond anything. My emotions was all over the place. I was a little irritated with the back and forth to the years twenty years earlier. But I knew that was because we needed their background. For personal reasons, I connected with a Millie's character, her heartache and all she had suffered; She touched me more than any other heroine I've encountered. There was so much to take in, the raw story passion, the love, the hurt, the correlation between this couples second chance and the pain endured during that long separation. The book flashes back to past , showing the beginning as well as the three years they spent together. And finally we find out why Millie really left High. My heart was completely shattered. There love was be young beautiful and I absolutely loved the younger, carefree Logan that gave his entire heart to Millie. She was his entire world, so I get why he was ugly to her. Once hell breaks loose, she finally tell them all (Chaos) why she pushes Logan away. That was an excruciating scene in the book. Oh my gosh I cried. Then the tender side of High emerged causing me to more in love with him. Losing Millie destroyed him, trapped within the confines of his own hell. Meeting up with Millie again he was desperate to keep his walls up to guard his heart. Their journey was more than I could take, so much heartache. Millicent Cross was young and totally in love with Logan "High" Judd. They made plans for their life with lots of babies. They were in their twenties loving each with all of their soul. But she finds out she can't give him them babies, the she breaks his heart by leaving him without explanation. "You love a man Millie , you believe in him. You take him as he is. You go on his journey with him no matter what happens. Even if you have to walk through fire gY"Y= for him."; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorcycle Man (Dream Man, #4); Author: Kristen Ashley; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: "You may not this baby, but some men have dream women too". From Tack to Tyra. I absolutely loved Kane "Tack" Allen. Oh my freaking gosh I loved loved loved the last book of the The Dream Man Series. Tyra "Red" Masters had a unbelievable night with the president of Chaos Motorcycle Club. She thought she found her dream man and he put her out of his room at the compound after a night of sex. She knew that she was just hired at Ride, the warehouse auto supply store. She shows up for work and Tack is shocked that he went to bed with someone that works for him. And this is where Tack and Tyra's journey starts. Oh my gosh his skanky ex wife Naomi was an awful women. I loved his children Rush and Tabby. But when Tyra jump on Naomi to beat her butt; I couldn't help but love her. She's strong, honest and a great heroine. Tyra was a freaking fighter. The pepper spray episode was hilarious. Elvira was so freaking funny; I laughed every time her name was mentioned. All previous characters made this book amazing; Brock and Tessa Lucas; Mitch and Mara; Cabe "Hawk" Delgado and Gwen. You can't help but love the heartwarming journey of Tack and Tyra.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Immortal Ops Box Set (Immortal Ops, #1-4); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh these are great short stories. I love the Alpha males and kickazz heroines. I would read these again, they are quick short reads yes they have plot holes and yes everyone gets an HEA. Now that's what I love about great books that I get my HEA. I wanted to know what would happen next. If your looking for love stories with a bit of action and a little steamy sex at times this year s the series for you. Just four short fun books with Alpha males and strong women who don't whine and cry. I can't wait to get to the next set in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Critical Intelligence (Immortal Ops, # 2); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Ok this book was so much better than the first book in the series. It was more developed than the first book. This is a paranormal romance with Alpha males and kick butt heroines. Geoffroi "Roi" Majors, Immortal Ops (I-Ops) Team Member and Missy Charter had the best chemistry. Oh my gosh I loved this book. Missy an Intelligence Officer was a kiss azz heroine; the best ever. And what she spies on cant easily be killed. I loved how her BFFs, Melanie Daly and Peren Matthews were included in this book. Roi is a finely tuned sexy pain in her azz. But he's hilarious throughout the book. He makes so many asinine and hilarious sarcastic remarks that made me laugh so many times. Missy and Roi complimented each other very well throughout the story. What took this book up a notch is the fact that Missy could kick butt and was just as capable as the alpha males if not better. Awesome action and great banter; what more could you ask for. It was awesome how Missy misleads everyone as to whom and what she is. Makes for a great story. I got my HEA and a baby to boot. On to the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radar Deception (Immortal Ops, # 3); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Dr. Thaddeus Green was a very likable werepanther an absolute hot genius. This is the love story of Melanie "Mel" Daly and Thaddeus "Green & Thaddy" Green. I absolutely love this book. It was hilarious throughout book having me laugh and cry. It seems the strong, silent, and genius guys makes the best love stories. He had a sad past that troubled him for sixty years. You will enjoy how his past unfolds and you'll love him even more. Mel was an interesting character that is so unpredictable and emotional at the same time. She give her friends, family and I-Ops team and oh course us as sudden wake op call about her. Some interesting bombshells that happens to reveal more about her. Her life was a total They were absolutely perfect for each other. Tailor made! And I got my HEA and that included babies. I enjoyed seeing the relationship grow and for both of them to find love.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Strategic Vulnerability (Immortal Ops #4); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Wow what a fan-freaking-tastic fun fast pace story. I was literally glued to the pages as if I was part of the story. The books easy flowing writing captures you immediately as the characters come alive and have you either melting from their sexy and sweet charisma or has you shocked at their actions. The story has everything you could ask for lots of action, drama, sex, passion, and shapeshifting. Freaking awesome!!! Wilson (wererat, tiger, lycan, far mix) and Kim's (far) romance is perfect in the way they were thrown together unexpectedly. Even though they were held captive against the wills, I love how humorous they were and how they were drawn towards each other. They were also matched in their powers and their kickazz abilities. Kim didn't take crap off anyone and was tender hearted at the same time. I got my HEA and a baby to boot. I loved their story most of all. I highly recommend this romantic paranormal series with the kickazz action with all kinds of sexy paranormal species.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tactical Magik (Immortal Ops, #5); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: I absolutely love this series. It feels as if I'm in their world. I loved the characters especially Eadan Daly and Inara Nash. It was so easy to enjoy their journey. Mates and babies are everywhere that's all Eadan hears anymore. He's the sixth man with the I-Ops team. They accepted him as one of their brothers. He's also Melanie's brother and they love him just as much. Someone is drawing pictures of Eadan. He is called back to PSI, Paranormal Security and Intelligence, he's not sure he wants to hobbs their to his old job. But when he gets there, he's looks at the file of his mission and immediately knows that the women in the picture is more than a mission. She's an artist, and the pictures she draws is of Eadan, he's shocked. How does she know him and why is she drawing pictures of him. He's never seen her before in his life. And she's been drawing pictures of him all her life. His mission is to find the kids from the Asian Project and Inara is one of those children. This is the love story of Eadan and Inara's and what an awesome journey it is. Inara Nash is a survivor and she's been off the grid for years. She's been running from something she's doesn't understand. Selling her pic to survive. Now Eadan Daly knows he need to save her but when he gets there she's already saved herself. And that's when the sparks fly. When they find that they are mates the journey begins. Once he finds her they are both captured and to his surprise his I-Opts team save them. The best part of the book dY"s is lost relatives making things interesting for Eadan. Her connection to Lukian and Rio is freaking classic. Lots is supernatural beings and magic. I'm hooked on the series and can't wait to get to next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Administrative Control (Immortal Ops, #6); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: I absolutely loved reading the story of Colonel Asher Brooks and Jeaneathea Isis Nevania Xenia. I loved the chemistry between them. The storyline dynamics and the strength of characters was freaking awesome. Asher and Jinx has known each other for centuries. And Asher has always known that Jinx was his mate. Not until she was in danger would he admit it to hisself and others how much he loved her. No one knows how powerful Asher really is until Jinx is threaten. And everyone finds out what's he's been keeping secret. I'm as shocked as Jinx is when he shouts that she's his mate in the middle of a fight at her brothel. Jinx was awesome in previous books. I am ready to know more about Helmuth and the other Ops team. Can't wait to read next book dY"s.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Separation Zone (Immortal Ops, #7); Author: Mandy M. Roth; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh I've been waiting forever for Jon's story. I really do think the books are way too short, especially the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BEAST; Author: Debra Anastasia; Genres: romance; Review: WOW I absolutely loved this book. This is more like a romantic comedy. I wasn't expecting that at all. I laughed so much I cried. What a great short story you'll never forget. I know allot of reviews complain about his name but I loved it. Dick Dongy has abs every-freaking-where. When I say everywhere I mean everywhere. Let your imagination go there. And somehow he thought that made him irresistible. Hendrix (Henry) Lemon was the heroine of this book. She was amazing. She was a kickazz heroine. I loved how she stood up for Dick. And his real name was Richard, you only heard that once from his neighbors. This book was so adorable, I devoured this book in no time. Dick and Henry was on a great adventure and kept you entertained throughout the book dY"s. It's funny, suspenseful, sweet, heartbreaking, heartwarming and sexy as all get out. Dick was so freaking adorable; "Hold your hands like a baby bat dY|++ table". He took care of creatures left on the side of the road that lived. This book should be read and enjoyed as a romantic comedy. ENJOY dY~S; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Purrfect Mate (Shifters, Inc., #2); Author: Georgette St. Clair; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I just can't put on hand on it but I didn't like this book as much as the first book. But I absolutely loved Kenneth Chamberlin, owner of Shifters Inc and a billionaire panther Shifter. When a couple of his properties are broken into and some statues are stolen from an extensive collection; He has to find out who has taken them and what's so special about those particle pieces. Chloe Novak is a university expert and the clumsiest cat Shifter. She is the only Shifter that she knows of that doesn't land on her feet. She hides her looks behind glasses, lumpy cardigans and stacks of books dY"s. Kenneth wants to hire expert Chloe to examine his collection. Unfortunately their families has history, a long standing feud that put their instant attraction to each other in peril. And that's when their journey begins. And what a wonderful story it is. I personally believe the sides stories that overwhelm the romance between Kenneth and Chloe. It was hilarious reading about Jax trying to keep Bobbi safe. Oh and the twist of their grandparents being gated mates was so sweet. Also the little Prince Cheetah (Reggie) was a complete brat with his crocodile nanny. Demons where added to the mix that gave it that sinister kick. I think Pixie was the icing on the cake dYZ,. She was so feisty and so hilariously. I would love more of her. I want more of the secondary characters like Heath, Bobbi, Henry, Jax, Dominick, Alfonso, Pixie, Tyler, Reginald and others each had their unique individual personalities that blended well in this world dYOEZ without distracting from the story/plot. Looking forward to next book dY"s; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocky Roomie (Cocker Brothers of Atlanta, #1); Author: Faleena Hopkins; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: AMAZING gY~%0 what a great book gY"- and thereaEUR(tm)s nothing like reading a book with hot brothers. In this book you have a very close knit family, old family money gY'deg; a southern that cares more for the family than about the money. They are a great family even Jett, family bad boy are so lovable in their own way. Another top ten of 2017 for me. Oh my gosh I forgot about the bonus read on Jake and Drew. Reading about their baby girl Emma and Lil hellion Ethan was fascinating. How can a kid fall out a tree with a cast on, lmbo. And heaEUR(tm)s just the middle child gY'P, they the youngest name Eric. What a great story. Jake Cocker is not the bad boy of the family but heaEUR(tm)s cocky and a bit full of himself but it was so endearing. He was very supportive and as you read you learn to love him more and more. He wanted a roommate, meaning he didnaEUR(tm)t really need one. HeaEUR(tm)s a great hero of this journey. Jake: WANTED: Roommate. Two-bdrm, one-bath in Old Fourth Ward near the Beltline. Yeah, this is the coolest neighborhood in Atlanta but no douche-bags allowed. And no hipsters pretending theyaEUR(tm)re loners who are really clingy, needy, insecure fuckers, allowed. No starving-artists who think moneyaEUR(tm)s evil allowed. ItaEUR(tm)s not evil. Stop pretending you donaEUR(tm)t want it. Must pay your fucking bills on time. Must fill the shoes of my younger brother. Good luck with that. He just enlisted in the Marines and is gonna be a hero. Not many like him and I doubt youaEUR(tm)re one of the few. If this didnaEUR(tm)t scare you off, write me, but IaEUR(tm)m not promising anything. I donaEUR(tm)t need a roommate. I just want one. Drew Adelaide Charles, was an exceptional heroine; the freaking best. She is strong, independent, witty and determined. She from a small town thataEUR(tm)s determined to make it on her own. She living with her bestie from childhood but she hook on drugs. Drew needs to find her own place and she sees Jakes wanted ad for a roommate. This is were their journey begins when she goes to his place and realized that he wants and expects that shes a male. When she talks her way into his life and apartment; she also applied for a job were he works but donaEUR(tm)t know it until she steps in his office for an interview. Drew: IaEUR(tm)d love to see the place. I can never replace your younger brother, but IaEUR(tm)m very grateful to him for serving our good country. IaEUR(tm)m responsible, and not needy. I donaEUR(tm)t know what a douche is, so I hope IaEUR(tm)m not that. Just looking for a place I can afford because I have to get out of where I am. Please, if youaEUR(tm)ve read this far, give me a shot. Thanks, Drew. Just a great book with lots of laughs. They have great chemistry with some hot scenes and drama that makes for a great book. I canaEUR(tm)t wait for the; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pixie The Lion Tamer (Shifters, Inc. #3); Author: Georgette St. Clair; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Oh my gosh WOW I knew that Pixie would have a great story. And the way her and Dominick went at each other throughout the series like they hated each other. They are really great together. I loved all the characters of this series. You just wanted to be in their world dYOEZ or at least they're BFFs. Only four stars because I personally thought these two deserved a better ending. And I know in the writers mind that time is still moving forward but I would have loved to see Jax and Bobbi get married. Like REALLY!! It was small things like that which pulled me out of the book. I just wanted more. The laughs, romance and surprises were freaking awesome. Dominick and Pixie were made for each other. He didn't know that she was his fated mated because his first fated mate cheated on him. And he had magic place on a necklace to block any desires for women. He vowed to stay away from women. But he had to work with Pixie when all the shifters working for Shifters Inc feel ill to a toxic magic. And Pixie and Dominick's journeys begins. There was allot of action in this book, the pace was fast, exciting and over amazing. I didn't know Dominick but Pixie was introduced in previous books. I felt like it was implied that we should have know more about him. I didn't feel that connection with him but I really wanted more of him. What a great but short story. I wish it was more to read. I waited forever for Pixie's story. Perfect amounts of funny moments and a dash of spice. I wanted a better HEA.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One True Mate 1: Shifter's Sacrifice; Author: Lisa Ladew; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh what a great book. I loved everything about this book and the author. I can't describe how enticing this story is and how you won't be disappointed by reading the first book of this series. This book is seriously a wonderful story of angels, demons, Wolfen, trying to save the human arch from extinction except for the demons. This is the first book I've read from this author and the author has a vivid imagination. The Shiften (all Shifters) are desperate to ensure the end of their kind doesn't happen; their enemy Khain!! Khain killed all the female shifters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Feral Sins (The Phoenix Pack, #1); Author: Suzanne Wright; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Seriously, this book should come with a warning. I mean it really should. If you don't like cussing and sex scenes, this is not for you. But you'll miss something special, the humor, loyalty, control, family, love and lust. But if you like steamy romance, your heroine feisty and kickazz, and your heroes Alpha and dirty- mouthed then this is the book for you. Ok yes this book has an extremely sarcastic Alpha Female; a broody passive Alpha male, bitter in-laws, voyeuristic enforcers, dirty talk and steamy bedroom battles for dominance. The cussing was extremely creative; the most creative that I've ever read. "Your mother f..., azz licking, son of a gotdamn, cocksucking .ithch." WOW, I've never heard anything like it and it was freaking hilarious. Also it had a great plot and many laugh out loud moments.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wicked Cravings (The Phoenix Pack, #2); Author: Suzanne Wright; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: I've really been busy looking for a car gYs-- is the only reason that it took me this long to read this book. Glad to say I found one, a new Jeep. Yah!!! WOW I absolutely loved everything about this book. I didnt think it got any better than Tyra and Trey. I have to admit I loved Dante and Jaime even more. I didn't think this book could possibly be better than the previous book. I'm happy to say I was so freaking wrong, love love live when that happen... it means I get all happy and I get to add another fav to my list. It exceeded my my wildest expectations. Oh my gosh this book was full of hilarious and fierce characters, dramatic and intriguing plot, and a whole lot of steamy loving. I especially loved the pack. They were fun, sarcastic, bossy, over protective sexy fur balls. And the females just as lovable were feisty and kickazz not the mention those crazy and delusional ex-girlfriends makes the pack whole and freaking awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fierce Obsessions (The Phoenix Pack, #6); Author: Suzanne Wright; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: WOW another great read about Tao and Riley. I love the plot of their journey, gripping, unique and I loved every moment of this book gY"s. As usual, like all alphas there were some serious dirty talking. And the heroine of this series like Riley was not timid, but such badasses. The chemistry is off the charts hot like the other books in this series. I have to admit that I'm very disappointed that this is the end of this series. I was hoping for books for Dominic, Trick, Jake and of course Greta.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Force of Temptation (Mercury Pack, #2); Author: Suzanne Wright; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh yeah what a great read. Yes, this was so different than the other books about the Alpha males and their mates. I just loved that this was not the same as the other couples. I absolutely loved that she was different, a freaking Margay. And you ask what is that yes well I didn't know before reading gY"- this book, googled. Margay are cute felines and freaking adorable. I also thought their bond was different. I loved and worried that they were not true mates, just loved each other. I have to say I think I loved this couple best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shifter's Rogue (One True Mate #5); Author: Lisa Ladew; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: Oh my gosh I thought the other books were the best but I was wrong; I loved this book more. It was so freaking hilarious gY~,.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cocky Romantic (Cocker Brothers of Atlanta, #4); Author: Faleena Hopkins; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Oh my gosh this book gY"- is freaking amazing. Wow if you love potty mouth youaEUR(tm)re going to love this series. This book is fast paced, wonderfully written and the author immediately grabs you with praiseworthy characters delightful humor and flirtatious scenes. The characters has traits that we see everyday in family and friends. Also the have flaws, even the seemly the perfect people, but we still loved them. Ms Hopkins stories, including this book, has enough twists and turns so that even if you can anticipate the ending; you donaEUR(tm)t see the path it will take to get there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |