Review of Murder on the Orient Express (1974) by Linda V — 26 Mar 2007

Extended version is best...A wonderful mystery.

This review of Murder on the Orient Express (1974) was written by Linda V on 26 Mar 2007.

Murder on the Orient Express has generally received positive reviews.

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