Review of The Mad Miss Manton (1938) by Jay N — 13 Dec 2012

Evening gowns, fur coats and murder. Don't you crack wise at me.

This review of The Mad Miss Manton (1938) was written by Jay N on 13 Dec 2012.

The Mad Miss Manton has generally received positive reviews.

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