Review of Blades of Blood (2010) by Alice S — 30 Aug 2011

A few good sword fights but overall the story was very hard to follow. I'd say give it a miss...

This review of Blades of Blood (2010) was written by Alice S on 30 Aug 2011.

Blades of Blood has generally received mixed reviews.

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