Review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) by Megan B — 22 Mar 2008

Powerful and moving. I'm just amazed by these children..

This review of Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids (2004) was written by Megan B on 22 Mar 2008.

Born into Brothels: Calcutta's Red Light Kids has generally received very positive reviews.

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