Review of The Squid and the Whale (2005) by Peters. — 07 Jan 2006

Shallow, single dimensional characters. very disappointing.

This review of The Squid and the Whale (2005) was written by Peters. on 07 Jan 2006.

The Squid and the Whale has generally received very positive reviews.

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