Review of The Tale of Despereaux (2008) by Will H — 18 Jun 2009

Just meh, unless you have mouse/rat fetish :S.

This review of The Tale of Despereaux (2008) was written by Will H on 18 Jun 2009.

The Tale of Despereaux has generally received mixed reviews.

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