Review of The Squid and the Whale (2005) by Paul O — 19 Jan 2011

Really good. Don't know why it was set in 1986, but I liked how real it felt.

This review of The Squid and the Whale (2005) was written by Paul O on 19 Jan 2011.

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

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