Review of Touching Home (2008) by Josh K — 25 Aug 2012

In my opinion, the story was alright, it did though, touch my heart because of the father.

This review of Touching Home (2008) was written by Josh K on 25 August 2012.

Touching Home has generally received positive reviews.

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