daringreader13's review against another edition
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
kaitykat's review against another edition
5.0
The Phantom of the Opera has been a staple in my life since my grandparents showed me the 2004 film and Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman performances when I was eight years old. My obsession and deep love for it it took off, and I then went on to read the novel a year later. This musical is extremely special to me but I have not done much research to it’s origins! This book gave me all I wanted and more. Having been to the Palais Garnier in Paris, I found it so fascinating to know more of the creation of that gorgeous opera house - I had no idea there was an actual lake under there for the hydraulic stage mechanics!! Amazing!! I loved learning about Leroux and how this story inspired many who encountered it. A simply gorgeous book for a beautifully tragic tale.
katevrst's review against another edition
5.0
Very interesting and filled with wonderful pictures. This gives the original story even more depth.
waywardtomes's review against another edition
3.0
This was really cool. There is so much about the Opera House, the many many different Phantom adaptations, Gaston, and of course the Weber version. Plus the pictures are amazing.
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