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And the Glass Handed Kites

by Mew

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Overall Rating: 2.8823 And the Glass Handed Kites is ranked overall as 2.8823 out of 4 stars

Avg. Critic Score: 2.9411 And the Glass Handed Kites has an avg. critic score of 2.9411 out of 4 stars

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