Review of Fast Food Nation (2006) by Joel S — 10 Jul 2008

Sort of okay. A little too over the top. Did strengthen my resolve to not eat meat a little though.

This review of Fast Food Nation (2006) was written by Joel S on 10 Jul 2008.

Fast Food Nation has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Derek L (319) on 31 Jul 2012

Very very interesting but I have been told the book is way better... onto that…

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