Review of Serendipity (2001) by Susan S — 18 Oct 2010

3/5. very nice but v unrealistic too, kinda bothered me :s although I loved the story n general.

This review of Serendipity (2001) was written by Susan S on 18 Oct 2010.

Serendipity has generally received positive reviews.

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