Review of Essential Killing (2010) by Doctor S — 09 Apr 2012

Pretty bad, although I forced myself to finish it.

This review of Essential Killing (2010) was written by Doctor S on 09 Apr 2012.

Essential Killing has generally received mixed reviews.

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