Review of Happy Christmas (2014) by Katie G — 23 Jul 2014

Nothing happens. Short. Characters and conflicts not worth the time.

This review of Happy Christmas (2014) was written by Katie G on 23 Jul 2014.

Happy Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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