Review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) by Yuri P — 10 Aug 2012

I'm sorry, I know it's been called really mediocre, but I loved it.

This review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) was written by Yuri P on 10 Aug 2012.

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen has generally received positive reviews.

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