Review of Whatever Happened to Harold Smith? (2000) by Corinne L — 06 Jun 2008

A bit predictable, a bit embarrassing, and my heart ended up painfully warm. Too much talk, not enough mind-bullets.

This review of Whatever Happened to Harold Smith? (2000) was written by Corinne L on 06 Jun 2008.

Whatever Happened to Harold Smith? has generally received positive reviews.

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