Review of The People Under the Stairs (1991) by Joe D — 22 Oct 2007

I'll tell you what's under my stairs..the litterbox.

This review of The People Under the Stairs (1991) was written by Joe D on 22 Oct 2007.

The People Under the Stairs has generally received positive reviews.

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