Review of Never Let Me Go (2010) by Oliver E — 10 May 2013

I haven't even read the book and I already know it's better than the movie.

This review of Never Let Me Go (2010) was written by Oliver E on 10 May 2013.

Never Let Me Go has generally received positive reviews.

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