Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: Captivating gracefulness

When my older brother recommended this book and briefly described the plot, I was not particularly enthralled. In a day of sensational exposes and relentless action novels, a man going forth to die does not sound particularly mind-grabbing. However, I was underestimating Guterson. Here is a writer who can truly write. The best thing about it is that he does not seem to be straining to write well, as some authors do. One is not aware of the author, only of the narrative moving inexorably forward with language that can only be described as graceful and seamlessly descriptive.This novel will make you think about things that matter. It may even motivate you to reassess your life and make a few adjustments. If you are so stuck in the mundane boredom of your life that you refuse to reflect, then you perhaps can pass this book by. Otherwise, pick up a copy and read it.