Review of The Saddest Music in the World (2003) by Michael B — 23 Jan 2009

In my pocket is a jar...preserved in my tears is my sons heart...

This review of The Saddest Music in the World (2003) was written by Michael B on 23 Jan 2009.

The Saddest Music in the World has generally received positive reviews.

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