Review of Mysterious Skin (2005) by Thomas J — 04 Nov 2010

Examines a link between child sexual abuse and homosexuality, not for the faint at heart.

This review of Mysterious Skin (2005) was written by Thomas J on 04 Nov 2010.

Mysterious Skin has generally received very positive reviews.

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