Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Chona N — 17 Jun 2007

The book is so much better. I still love Juliette Binoche. It's such a delicate and beautiful love triangle.

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Chona N on 17 Jun 2007.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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