Review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) by Charles C — 19 Aug 2012

Rare Exports is a frightening, funny and unique take on the Santa Legend with some excitingly warped ideas.

This review of Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (2010) was written by Charles C on 19 Aug 2012.

Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale has generally received positive reviews.

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By Duncan S (162) on 20 Jun 2017

Santa-noir. Absolutely loved this gem. Captures the dry humour of the Finns, as well as the dark terror of their endless winter nights…

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