Review of Gimme Shelter (2013) by Denise B — 06 Feb 2009

I had high expectations for this. Too high.

This review of Gimme Shelter (2013) was written by Denise B on 06 Feb 2009.

Gimme Shelter has generally received positive reviews.

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