Review of From Hell (2001) by Kate H — 11 Jul 2010

Worthy of the background story. nice White Chapel setting, sinister opium dens, and dark alley treachery.

This review of From Hell (2001) was written by Kate H on 11 Jul 2010.

From Hell has generally received positive reviews.

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