Review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) by Jack S — 14 Feb 2014

Offbeat subject, pleasant enough, but far from outstanding.

This review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) was written by Jack S on 14 Feb 2014.

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen has generally received positive reviews.

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By Don S (1,504) on 29 Jan 2017

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By Jennifer M (1,179) on 31 Aug 2014

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