Review of Dirty Pretty Things (2002) by Andrew R — 22 Jan 2008

I don't think it worked. Characters are two-dimensional, and the narrative drags.

This review of Dirty Pretty Things (2002) was written by Andrew R on 22 Jan 2008.

Dirty Pretty Things has generally received very positive reviews.

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