Review of Never Let Me Go (2010) by John D — 21 Sep 2013

Melodrama-drama-drama. Nothing wrong with the acting, but the story feels a little aimless. Makes me want to read the book because I'm sure it's much better.

This review of Never Let Me Go (2010) was written by John D on 21 Sep 2013.

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