Review of The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (2012) by Jim S — 07 Jun 2013

It's cute & funny but it tries way to hard.

This review of The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (2012) was written by Jim S on 07 Jun 2013.

The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! has generally received positive reviews.

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