Review of The Scarlet Letter (1995) by Tiia L — 31 Oct 2007

Can't remember whether I liked it or not, so I guess it wasn't anything special. the book I bought few years ago is still waiting to be read.

This review of The Scarlet Letter (1995) was written by Tiia L on 31 Oct 2007.

The Scarlet Letter has generally received mixed reviews.

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