Instruct: Classify the given review into positive or negative sentiment.
Query: A Vivid Portrait of a Tortured Artist

I loved this book. I started out disliking Stephen Vale, and ended up sympathizing with him--and actually liking him. Gaige paints a vivid portrait of a tortured artist who ends up being redeemed by love. A talented writer, and one I hope to see much more of in the future.