Review of W. (2008) by Michael L — 16 Nov 2009

Interesting. Very segmented, as I assume it really had to be. Really came out better than I expected.

This review of W. (2008) was written by Michael L on 16 Nov 2009.

W. has generally received mixed reviews.

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