Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: Tragedy, comedy and wisdom, all rolled into one

I didn't know de Bernieres, but I found this book amazing. It took me awhile to discern where he was going at the beginning, but about 3 chapters in, I was enthralled at the eclectic mix of comedy, tragedy, wisdom and love story all rolled into one. It's also excellent that this book has some basis in historical fact. All in all, a story that left me with long moments of belly-churning laughter and a lot to think about. I would recommend it to anyone.