Instruct: Classify a review as either positive or negative.
Query: An imaginative, inventive and brilliant collection

Girardi does what so many of today's young writers eschew; he tells a dramatic and entertaining story. And in this new collection of two stories and five novellas, he shows that he's striving towards his imaginative peak. This book reminds me of the new Wilco record. It feels as familiar as an old friend and yet you know its completely new and relevant, golden. Do yourself a favor and read this book. And pick up that record. Noteworthy for collectors is that the hardcover editions of A VAUDEVILLE OF DEVILS are limited numbered editions.