Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: haunting and sad

This was a book club choice that I probably wouldn't have otherwise read. Yet, I'm glad I did. The characters are poignant and believable. An old man has been robbed of what should have been his life by World War II which claimed his friends, family, and chance at love. At the same time a young girl, is just beginning to understand love. There is a note of optimism to the beautifully sad story. This is an enjoyable read that will keep you interested to the end.