Review of Playing for Keeps (2012) by James E — 15 Dec 2012

Harmless, pointless. A little cutesey with some sex thrown in to appease no one.

This review of Playing for Keeps (2012) was written by James E on 15 Dec 2012.

Playing for Keeps has generally received mixed reviews.

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