Review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (1997) by Sri J — 25 Feb 2008

Sad...Didn't turn out as good as anticipated. Too many draggy bits.

This review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (1997) was written by Sri J on 25 Feb 2008.

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time has generally received positive reviews.

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