A review by itcamefromthepage
The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was a really interesting read. 

Leroux goes for a lot of tones and a few different storytelling perspectives. 

I enjoyed it but the last third is quite different from our pop culture image of the Phantom. Easy to follow, with a fun tone.