Phantom Manor : l'Attraction Décryptée

by Jérémie Noyer, Mathias Dugoujon

Genres: Nonfiction, Ghosts, Reference

102 pages, Hardcover

Published July 31, 2019

Reviews

[Chelsey Meijners · Rating 5 out of 5]

Te kort! Wat een fantastische attractie.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are only two things I have to point out as negative about this books:

1 - It's absurdly difficult to get. Even at EuroDisney. I got lucky a shipment of a few units arrived while I was there but the thing sells out really quickly. Disney should have long ago increased production on these.

2 - It's too short! The book could easily be twice or thrice the size.


Other than that, if you love Phantom Manor and manage to find a copy (don't buy them on eBay, these aren't limited editions. Don't feed the scalpers), get it. It's a beautiful book.

[Svet Mori · Rating 4 out of 5]

Three years. After three years waiting for its return on the french online store, a friend visiting the park helped me to finally get the Phantom Manor book. An attraction I'd never have tried if my companion didnt't promised me I'd love it... He was right. If it doesn't dethrones Pirates of the Carribean in my heart, it's now one of ma favorites. So it seems natural to want discovering its origins through gorgeous visuals.

And indeed, we're explained how the attraction was born (there's even some pics of the constructing), but also a lot of details about its scenario and all the care they were placed inside, while, in person and in the middle of the ride, we wouldn't notice them. The book talks a lot about the 2018 refurbishment, and a little about the other versions in the world. However, it's only surface knowledge : if (like me, let's be honest) you wanted explanations of how some of the special effects (the ghostly ball, to say it) works, too bad, the secrets are well keeped. So, mystery, and magic, remains.

Visually, the book is absolutely marvelous, with photos of the attraction, old documents, making-of, concept arts. The item itself is beautiful and any collector will love it.

9/10, rounded down to four stars (a few little secrets would've been great).

[Yen Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Phantom Manor, so I am not surprised I loved this! The story and set design are incredible. It's so immersive, and I loved reading this book to find out how they make it so immersive! It's insane how you can still discover new things about a ride even if you've been on it many times. Now that's the Disney difference! I also LOVED how this book showcased all the stunning concept art for Phantom Manor!! Almost just as good as the ride itself 👻

[Rick Stam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Een geweldig boek. In een keer uitgelezen. Het was eigenlijk net te kort. Ik smacht naar meer informatie. Verder heel mooi weer gegeven en erg leuk geschreven. Zeker een aanrader als je een pretpark fan bent!

[Ninbooklover · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really love this ride, and this book was a great way to experience some of it at home again.

The drawings and letters are fascinating to look/read at. Would definitely recommend this to Disneyland Paris fans, or if you're a fan of the ride.

[ThatSpecialMouse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished this amazing book!
I love every part of it and it had amazing photo’s, art and concept art in it.
Next time I’m at Phantom Manor I’ll see loads of new things I didn’t know before

[falafelgiac · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un excellent souvenir de Disney qui permet de se replonger dans l’attraction préférée du lecteur depuis qu’il a 5 ans (et qui rend donc le dit lecteur très content de son achat.) 🥰

[Célia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alors là, tout est parfait. Les explications, les anecdotes, les photos. J'ai adoré le fait que les textes soient écrit en français et en anglais. Pour les fans de cette attraction, c'est vraiment un excellent livre à avoir dans sa collection. ✨️

[Robin Lierman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book could have been a lot longer. They could have gone more into detail or explain how the Phantom Manor attraction and its story fits into the bigger story of Frontierland. Nevertheless, a great book of excellent quality about my favourite attraction.

[Liam Findlay · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's lovely that a book celebrating this beautiful attraction exists, and I appreciate that so much effort was put into producing it to such a high standard.

At the same time, it's very much a 'beginners guide', and there is little information provided that could not already be found on fan websites or in other books. It is also a shame that the original story of Phantom Manor is not referenced, particularly with its beautiful, hand-painted stretching portraits and vestibule artwork which are so fondly remembered by fans. The book is written as if the original story never existed.

This is a great book to have as merchandise, but it does feel like it's been through the corporate strainer, and it would have been more informative if it delved deeper.

[Haley · Rating 4 out of 5]

everyone say thank you to marissa for getting me this book which i definitely did not IMMEDIATELY binge…high school/college us watching endless videos and lore about phantom manor had no idea it would unfortunately never end our obsession with said ride.

i would have liked a bit more detail in the actual book tbh but the book itself is gorgeous…and i didn’t know there were other books too for dlp rides?? intriguing.

[Nadino · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a lovely book. Its design is absolutely beautiful and it is full of fun facts about the attraction. I feel like I got a much better understanding of the story they tell in and around the Phantom Manor. I can't wait to go back to Disneyland Paris and see the attraction with new eyes. A must for every Disney fan!

[Mina Lovegood · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am totally in love with this book! My favourite part is that it is in French and English so it is a book about a French attraction I actually can read xD. It has amazing Pictures and is so well made!
Absolutely a must have for every Fan

[peewee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't think there was anything else for me to know about phantom manor then I go and read this!!
Phantom is superior to any other attraction, the story, the animatronics, the scenery ahh its just so beautiful.
Forever in love with you phantom manor!💜🖤

[Clémentine Shwd · Rating 4 out of 5]

Très très bon livre ! Même si j'aurais aimé un peu plus de détails sur des petits secrets cachés, il est excellent pour apprendre pleins de choses sur l'attraction !

[Hattie Mccann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful book and so interesting for a spooky nerd like myself!

[Joel Johera · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must-read for Disneyland Paris and especially for Phantom Manor enthusiasts.

[Dreagan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The content is very nice, but some of the English translations read like Google-translated sentences. Could have used a proofreader.

[Stefan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it! It could have been thicker because there's still so much more I want to see of the Phantom Manor.

[fauve · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[David Cowpar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some great illustrations and concept art from Phantom Manor and a nice, brief look, in to how the attraction was renovated in 2018

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read for all Disneyland Paris an/or Phantom Manor fans!

[Fran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Da avere assolutamente se siete amanti di questa attrazione, un piccolo gioiello!

[Meri Lancis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I need more

[Alex M · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Join now the spirits in nuptial doom, a ravishing bride, a vanishing groom…”

my fave 🫶

[Amy Dickinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very fun book, nicely sectioned to take you through the whole journey of Phantom Manor

[Eliise Renser · Rating 4 out of 5]

I need to ride it again so bad now but I refuse to go again before the 2026 studio park refurbishments are done

[Narnia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pour une grande fan de cette attraction, ça fait très plaisir de lire cet ouvrage et d'apprendre pleins de détails qu'on ne voit pas spécialement quand on fait l'attraction.

[Jade · Rating 5 out of 5]

quick little read about my fave disney ride whilst waiting for the fireworks :)