Review of The First Wives Club (1996) by Ingrid H — 03 Feb 2008

I love how late 80s/early 90s the husbands all are. g-ross.

This review of The First Wives Club (1996) was written by Ingrid H on 03 Feb 2008.

The First Wives Club has generally received positive reviews.

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