Instruct: Classify a given review as either positive or negative.
Query: With the heightened expectations of Holiday and Family comes the opportunity for some slightly dark tales...

This book is not for everyone but was perfect for the people in this house. Clearly the author brought some real-life memories and experiences to these unexpected stories and characters that live outside the pristine snow globe. Only David Sedaris could pull off "Dinah the Christmas Whore" and manage to entertain his following. I can't wait to read my next David Sedaris book - "Naked". These are short stories, perfect to read at the airport or on a plane...