Review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) by Jon M — 12 Oct 2007

Lions. darkness. tribal people.

Major pwnage.

This review of The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) was written by Jon M on 12 Oct 2007.

The Ghost and the Darkness has generally received positive reviews.

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