Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: Long intro!

Let me say straightaway that I truly love this series. However, my least favorite character is in this book. That said, I believe his character is fully developed and, unfortunately, a necessary evil. On the reverse side, my absolute favorite scene in the series is in this book! Richard is truly dedicated to Kahlan and his actions prove it.This book is a necessary step in the story line so stick with it and you will be happily surprised. I was.