Review of Along Came a Spider (1970) by Trisha K — 12 Feb 2008

Pretty good. It doesn't really do the book justice though.

This review of Along Came a Spider (1970) was written by Trisha K on 12 Feb 2008.

Along Came a Spider has generally received mixed reviews.

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