Review of The Rage in Placid Lake (2003) by Tom T — 11 Jan 2008

One of my new favorites!!! Absolutely brilliant and absolutely hillarious!

This review of The Rage in Placid Lake (2003) was written by Tom T on 11 Jan 2008.

The Rage in Placid Lake has generally received positive reviews.

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