Review of The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) by Peter D — 10 Jul 2007

Interesting stuff, but also some extreme.

This review of The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) was written by Peter D on 10 Jul 2007.

The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys has generally received positive reviews.

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