Review of Heaven's Prisoners (1996) by Jeremy N — 30 Mar 2008

Slow paced but totally enthralling murder mystery.

This review of Heaven's Prisoners (1996) was written by Jeremy N on 30 Mar 2008.

Heaven's Prisoners has generally received mixed reviews.

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