Chilling and Mezmerizing
930155
Superbly written cautionary tale. Here's what could happen when the self-righteous impose their beliefs on others. This novel brilliantly describes many layers of mental gymnastics that June suffers under the nearly absolute power of her abusers.
1473484
Chilling.  It could happen again.  Need to be made aware of history even the bad stuff.
3641078
whenever i hear this cut i just chill and its one of those joints on a rainy  cool night when the lights of the city are in full effect you can just beam and day  dream.  so  mellow and yet  so on point. truly  one of those  cuts which is ageless and has  a unique charm to it.  its one of those cuts i don't want it to end too soon. it connects to the soul and is  steady to the ear.
331123
FEELS like but also kinda sounds like Mazzy Star's sophisticated city cousin, or My Bloody Valentine's shy sister.  Fantastic soundtrack to many enjoyable things - highway driving, chillaxin' (yeah, I wrote it), reading, sexting ect..  They use the most mundane of synth sounds and drum machines, but somehow make them soar to heights no one has even sent them to before.  Sometimes I wish there was a keyboard or guitar solo, but these two are not virtuoso's but artisans of dreamy reverb hoovercrafts and the landscapes of moist goodness they travel.  Relaxing, intense, sublime.  Great with or without chemical enhancements.
3973330
Reding this book you can relax and plunge into lively, realistic and kind atmosphere. Also you can enrich your vocabulary with colloquial words and phrases, if you are not a native speaker. I'm looking forward to reaching the end of the book to know how it finishes. Wish you a pleasant reading!
4548234
Chilling and scary at the same time. You won't be able to put the book down. I look forward to reading other books by this author.
4888205
Im is set in Chicago and it's nearby suburbs. It is a tale refelcting the contemporary mores of gay male life,which includes the one many gay males are quite familiar with, hunting for sex via the Internet. It immedately catches and holds your interest as Tony sits down with his computer and begins his search, seemimgly finding his ideal hot fantasy man.

The story begins there and takes you on a chilling,twisting and sometimes discomfiting ride into the heart and mind of a gay serial killer and those of his hapless victims. Im is well written and thoroughly believable, adding the element of chill. Much more than a telling of gore and mayhem, it conjures the emotions and life experiences of both, it's characters and its' readers.

The characters are readily identifiable and well defined and you may find yourself in some of them, Tony the good looking hot bartender,Milt with refined sensibilities, wishing for a warm, manly, sophisticated lover, John,facially disfigured, overweight, and desparate. Even minor denizens ensnared into this drama of sexual allure and murderous deceit are fleshed out and given their due.
4492191
"I can count all my bones; people stare and gloat over me." -- Psalm 22:17

This story operates in the present and by flashback to fill in the past. As the book opens, Tempe is a captive . . . unaware of how she got into this tight spot. Moving backward then, we find Tempe in Chicago with Lieutenant Ryan as escorts for remains found in Quebec. Unexpectedly, Tempe is fighting for her professional reputation when an attorney makes an unfounded accusation. Tempe learns she has an enemy but doesn't think much of it. A chance comment leads her to look at some more bones in Chicago in an effort to locate a missing person.

Finally back in Montreal, the emotional climate at work is chillier than the morgue while the weather outside is frightful. Tempe is offered warmth from Ryan but wants none of it.

More accusations follow of incompetence while Tempe searches for a serial killer. The key clue will probably amuse you.

I found that forensics to be a little more baffling than usual, but it's all good fun.

You'll probably understand what's going on long before Tempe does. That's the book's weakness, but the police procedural aspects are pretty interesting.
2899047
As a staunch fan of Delerium, Era and Enigma, I came across Lesiem in a article, and something internally made me get this CD to listen firsthand to this group. What struck me first was how unique Lesiem was. Yes it does have electronica, rythmnic chanting and vocals. But  it is mixed and carried over quiet smoothly.

This taste of Lesiem has made me hunger for more. And I will sate my hunger by ordering more of this group's music. My favourite tracks were Fundamentum, Una Terra, Open Your Eyes and Liberta. This music will make the listener feel relaxed and take you on a journey down into your own fantasies.
4781055
For fans of new age and soothing, interesting and innovative music Zero 7 fits the bill perfectly. This British band and its style are classified as Downtempo, Trip hop, Ambient music and as Acid jazz, to me they are simply a big mish mash of goodness.

The first time that I listened to this album was while soaking in a hot tub with herbal bath salts. I don't know what melted the stress off my bones better, the hot water or the music, reaching deep within. I was mesmerized, especially the first time I heard the song "Somersault", the music, part ambient, with soft female vocals and melancholic undertones stood out to me in a sea of songs in a long time. The music is cool and relaxing, soothing and warm, sensual and dreamy and still a bit funky. I can always rely on Zero 7 and the magic their sounds produce whether I'm tired or lazy or in the mood for good reading or writing music.

Some songs are sang by men and some by women, a nice combination as they make for a more interesting cd versus those that sound like a constant sting of melody barely changed by any dynamics. Since they use different artists in collaboration on each cd, blending their style with the artists own uniqueness creates a whole new level of higher expectation that always comes through when you buy their CD's.

Related artists for those unfamiliar wth Zero 7 or those who want more of this style would be Air, Thievery Corportaion, Massie Attack, Morcheeba, Tosca, Royksopp, Radiohead, Moby, Underworld, Goldfrapp and Apex Twin just to name a few.

This album is great for taking a bath, getting a massage or simply sitting down with a nice hot beverage and melting stress and winter chills away. Totally beautiful and dearly loved by me, it's one of those albums I would buy for every person I know if I needed  a good present in a pinch.

- Kasia S.
1411077
Absolutly chilling is how i would describe it. I don't like the authors sneering hostility towards german leaders however. Great read
551570
I love it.  There are 2 songs in particular that just make cold chill bumps appear when I hear them.
3009878
This album is very well put together. The music really mellows me out, even after a stressful day, and puts a smile on my face. Great music to listen to around the house, sets the tone for a fun but chill evening. I like the mixes and the vocals & lyrics as well. I have been a fan of the music of Alific's Brendan Dane for a long time, all the way back to the johnnyfrankcranks. RIP J Dizzle.
4749392
There is something about this music that I find mesmerizing and introspective. Not for everyone but worth a listen. Recommend.
2749029
City Lounge is the best! It's sooo chillaxing. When I pop one in I feel transported to the City I choose destination. Uber chic.
4131738
This series of Lake District mysteries features police detective Hannah Scarlett and historian/television celebrity Daniel Kind. The books in this series have a strong sense of place and atmosphere. It is a series best read in order as the personal lives of both Hannah and Scarlett evolve from book to book. When we were in the Lake District as tourists we were disappointed in the weather, but after reading this book, I realize that we had excellent weather. This book is set in January and February and the weather is brutal. If it isn't raining its sleeting or icy or covered in a blinding mist. The weather sets the stage for a chilling psychological mystery. The book begins with a brutal murder by arson. It is only the first. Hannahs responsibility is for cold cases and her investigation, her personal life, and the current murders are impossible to separate. There are layers of secrets and puzzles to be revealed. And loads of relationship complications. His books are sophisticated and reasonably complex. I like the setting and the characters. The atmosphere is dark and chilling at times and he does a good job of creating tension and building suspense.
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Each track of this well-chosen compilation flows seamlessly into the next, creating a warm yet dark ambiance that is at once foreboding and oddly reassuring. Highly recommended!