Review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) by Chi I — 29 Nov 2007

Good story line!!

Although not a happy ending, also not really sad. this is what youth looks like, right?

This review of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006) was written by Chi I on 29 Nov 2007.

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

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