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The Phantom Diaries
What happens to the Phantom after the tragedy at the Paris Opera House is the basis for this fantastic tale of The Phantom Diaries, loosely based on Gaston Leroux's classic, The Phantom of the Opera, but with a new tale and a modern twist. This new series for older teens and young adults is told through the eyes of 18 year-old Annette Binoche, who lands a job at the New York Metropolitan Opera House as a seamstress' assistant only to become the lead singer of the Opera House, with the help of the mysterious, yet highly-seductive Phantom.
You do not need to read or know the story of Phantom of the Opera to read The Phantom Diaries Series.
Disclaimer: Do not expect this to be just like Phantom of the Opera.
View the Official Book Series Trailer:
http://youtu.be/UC2A9ZN0ul4
You do not need to read or know the story of Phantom of the Opera to read The Phantom Diaries Series.
Disclaimer: Do not expect this to be just like Phantom of the Opera.
View the Official Book Series Trailer:
http://youtu.be/UC2A9ZN0ul4
219 pages, Paperback
First published May 31, 2010
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Kailin Gow
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Kailin Gow is an USA Today Bestselling author, publisher, screenwriter, director, producer, and speaker with hundreds of books published. She is also the owner/founder and organizer of mega-book signing events like Rockin' Hollywood, Naughty Mafia in Las Vegas, which has featured the very top authors of Romance and drawn thousands of readers, including being in a documentary film now out on Amazon Prime.
Over 14 Million copies of her books have been downloaded around the world and translated into 25 languages. 2 of her book series, FADE Series and Red Genesis Series, has been optioned by the Academy Award-winning team behind Netflix #1 most Liked and Top 10 Netflix Original Film, Wish Dragon, also the team behind the special effects magic of Star Wars and Marvel films.
She owns a traditional publishing company with an API (Asian Pacific Islander) Diversity initiative that has partnerships with production companies across the globe with distribution through Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Disney and more! Kailin Gow is a go to media guest on Women in Film and Television and is a voting member of the Academy Awards.
Her Worldwide Brand, Kailin Gow's Go Girl has won awards for its tv series, books, cosmetics, fashions, beauty and health products, and soon-to-be home and travel products. As of 2021, Kailin Gow's Go Girl is excited to expand into its own line of hotels, starting with a 70+ room hotel in Texas. In 2022, her books will be adapted into entertainment venues called Sparklesoup World, offered in various locations throughout the U.S. and internationally.
She has been a host on world-class stages, an invited speaker for BEA and a regular radio/TV guest for major stations. She is an official voice of AAPI, She has a TV Reality show on her as an author and personality. She is also the host and publisher of a leading author industry guide, subscription newsletter, and podcast called Authors Voices. Five of her pen names are USA Today Bestselling authors and will be traditionally published in 2022. She is also a recurring speaker/instructor of writing series and serials for professional screenwriters and producers as of 2021.
She was called an "innovating author" and an "Author as Influencer" by Goodreads executives at Book Expo America 2014 in their speech.
Kailin Gow is one of Cindy Crawford's Beauties, who is beautiful on the inside as well as the outside, along with Gabrielle Union.
She was called "a successful author who knows how to balance being an author and life" by Huffington Post. USA Today recommends her steamy romances while PBS Kids have recommended her Teen Fantasy Series.
Amazon highlighted her author success story on the homepage of Amazon.com and in their book, Transformations and was invited by Amazon to be an author spokesperson for Amazon's launch of the Kindle fire in Santa Monica.
In the publishing industry, she has written and presented many articles and workshops for major publications as well as conventions. https://www.fastcompany.com/user/kail...
and is the host/founder of the podcast and newsletter Author Voices. Additionally, she owns a law firm specializing in consumer advocacy.
Kailin Gow holds a Masters degree in Management from USC and degrees in Social Ecology (Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, and Ecology/Climate), Drama, and Film making from UC Irvine where she once ran and DJ for a radio station that helped discovered OC bands like Sugar Ray and Gwen Stefani.
https://ventsmagazine.com/2025/04/10/...
Kailin Gow is an USA Today Bestselling author, publisher, screenwriter, director, producer, and speaker with hundreds of books published. She is also the owner/founder and organizer of mega-book signing events like Rockin' Hollywood, Naughty Mafia in Las Vegas, which has featured the very top authors of Romance and drawn thousands of readers, including being in a documentary film now out on Amazon Prime.
Over 14 Million copies of her books have been downloaded around the world and translated into 25 languages. 2 of her book series, FADE Series and Red Genesis Series, has been optioned by the Academy Award-winning team behind Netflix #1 most Liked and Top 10 Netflix Original Film, Wish Dragon, also the team behind the special effects magic of Star Wars and Marvel films.
She owns a traditional publishing company with an API (Asian Pacific Islander) Diversity initiative that has partnerships with production companies across the globe with distribution through Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, Disney and more! Kailin Gow is a go to media guest on Women in Film and Television and is a voting member of the Academy Awards.
Her Worldwide Brand, Kailin Gow's Go Girl has won awards for its tv series, books, cosmetics, fashions, beauty and health products, and soon-to-be home and travel products. As of 2021, Kailin Gow's Go Girl is excited to expand into its own line of hotels, starting with a 70+ room hotel in Texas. In 2022, her books will be adapted into entertainment venues called Sparklesoup World, offered in various locations throughout the U.S. and internationally.
She has been a host on world-class stages, an invited speaker for BEA and a regular radio/TV guest for major stations. She is an official voice of AAPI, She has a TV Reality show on her as an author and personality. She is also the host and publisher of a leading author industry guide, subscription newsletter, and podcast called Authors Voices. Five of her pen names are USA Today Bestselling authors and will be traditionally published in 2022. She is also a recurring speaker/instructor of writing series and serials for professional screenwriters and producers as of 2021.
She was called an "innovating author" and an "Author as Influencer" by Goodreads executives at Book Expo America 2014 in their speech.
Kailin Gow is one of Cindy Crawford's Beauties, who is beautiful on the inside as well as the outside, along with Gabrielle Union.
She was called "a successful author who knows how to balance being an author and life" by Huffington Post. USA Today recommends her steamy romances while PBS Kids have recommended her Teen Fantasy Series.
Amazon highlighted her author success story on the homepage of Amazon.com and in their book, Transformations and was invited by Amazon to be an author spokesperson for Amazon's launch of the Kindle fire in Santa Monica.
In the publishing industry, she has written and presented many articles and workshops for major publications as well as conventions. https://www.fastcompany.com/user/kail...
and is the host/founder of the podcast and newsletter Author Voices. Additionally, she owns a law firm specializing in consumer advocacy.
Kailin Gow holds a Masters degree in Management from USC and degrees in Social Ecology (Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, and Ecology/Climate), Drama, and Film making from UC Irvine where she once ran and DJ for a radio station that helped discovered OC bands like Sugar Ray and Gwen Stefani.
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March 30, 2011
I always hate giving books bad reviews, or thinking badly of them when the author has put so much into the writing and 'birth' of the story but this was just...missing something for me.
Erik didn't strike me at all as the sexy seductive Phantom. Instead he just seemed far too moody and dare I say emo for a grown man who is supposed to have been alive for the past 100 years. And he's not even deformed but I won't go into how he is missing his deformity.He struck me as being whiney, dim and a bit thick at points.
So instead of the problem being his face the main obstacle in this book is that Kristine - his ex lover from the past - is haunting (yes, honest to goodness haunting) the Metropolitan Opera house and endangering his new love Annette (who in a round about way is related to Kristine).
So what to say about Annette...Annette...Oh dear. I'm sorry but I can't believe that anyone can be thatnaive. She has three guys after her, has kissed each of them at some point, and it seems like everyone is in the wrong but her...and she is ruled by her hormones WAY too much. I liked her other two suitors - the violinist in the orchestra and the owner of the Opera house. And she knows that they are interested in her too. Thats the thing that I can't quite get over. At one point she actually yells after Erik that two other men wanted her. Ugh! Whatever!! And beds seem to feature predominatly in this too. Like I said. Hormones.
So, even though I am feeling really guilty about not liking this too much I just couldn't help it. There was no spark. There was hardly - if any - character development. And typos. Nothing much missing 'ed's at the end of words and at one point it switched from first person narrative to third. It went from 'I did this' to 'she did that' for 2 sentences. Sorry but shouldn't stuff like that be caught. See thats me feeling guilty again.
Erik didn't strike me at all as the sexy seductive Phantom. Instead he just seemed far too moody and dare I say emo for a grown man who is supposed to have been alive for the past 100 years. And he's not even deformed but I won't go into how he is missing his deformity.He struck me as being whiney, dim and a bit thick at points.
So instead of the problem being his face the main obstacle in this book is that Kristine - his ex lover from the past - is haunting (yes, honest to goodness haunting) the Metropolitan Opera house and endangering his new love Annette (who in a round about way is related to Kristine).
So what to say about Annette...Annette...Oh dear. I'm sorry but I can't believe that anyone can be thatnaive. She has three guys after her, has kissed each of them at some point, and it seems like everyone is in the wrong but her...and she is ruled by her hormones WAY too much. I liked her other two suitors - the violinist in the orchestra and the owner of the Opera house. And she knows that they are interested in her too. Thats the thing that I can't quite get over. At one point she actually yells after Erik that two other men wanted her. Ugh! Whatever!! And beds seem to feature predominatly in this too. Like I said. Hormones.
So, even though I am feeling really guilty about not liking this too much I just couldn't help it. There was no spark. There was hardly - if any - character development. And typos. Nothing much missing 'ed's at the end of words and at one point it switched from first person narrative to third. It went from 'I did this' to 'she did that' for 2 sentences. Sorry but shouldn't stuff like that be caught. See thats me feeling guilty again.
January 25, 2016
1.5 stars rounded down.
I really like The Phantom of the Opera but, this wasn't....good.
The characters made me just plain annoyed. If you don't like cheaters, three timing people, then you won't like the main character. She's an insufferable brat who needs to grow up and stop whining when a guy won't sleep with her. She has three people, THREE people who want her (lord knows why but I don't) however, she only wants the fourth.
What? Am I missing something?
No.
No.
No. You don't just....
No.
I really like The Phantom of the Opera but, this wasn't....good.
The characters made me just plain annoyed. If you don't like cheaters, three timing people, then you won't like the main character. She's an insufferable brat who needs to grow up and stop whining when a guy won't sleep with her. She has three people, THREE people who want her (lord knows why but I don't) however, she only wants the fourth.
What? Am I missing something?
No.
No.
No. You don't just....
No.
September 17, 2017
What a joke. A seamstress who can mirraculously sing like a diva meets a more than hundred years old man - former phantom of opera and passionately falls in love with him but at the same time is attracted to two other men, is possessed by her ancestor/witch/former lover of the phantom. And it continues in other books. Mercy upon us.
September 19, 2016
As I said earlier , The Phantom Diaries from the wonderful author Kailin Gow is a story loosely based on the famous play The Phantom of the Opera. In the Phantom Diaries we see Annette Binoche - her name reminding me of that famous actress set off as a fresh-faced 18yr old in the world of New York- the Big apple , the City of Stars. She gets a job at the Met as a dressmaker , helping making the costumes for the productions. The main production in this novel is The Phantom of the Opera. However , their is a legend behind the play - everytime it is set to happen , something strange and eerie happens - people die, people get hurt and nobody knows why. They are all under the impression that it is just a haunted play. Unfortunately this is only the beginning as Annette has the ability to see The Phantom aka Eric and after the abrupt exit of the lead star , he has been helping Annette practice for her audition. We read how Eric constantly makes references about how much Annette looks like Kristine -his former lover who we soon discover is the real "Phantom" and ends up being related to Annette - a bit of a Vampire Diaries twist here.
The Phantom Diaries is written as a combination of novel and diary format which I quite enjoyed and I am looking forward to reading Dark Memories - Book #2 of The Phantom Diaries by Kailin Gow .
The Phantom Diaries is written as a combination of novel and diary format which I quite enjoyed and I am looking forward to reading Dark Memories - Book #2 of The Phantom Diaries by Kailin Gow .
June 21, 2010
Fabulously fascinating, engrossing and addictive. The Phantom Diaries by Kailin Gow, is an incredibly modernized and paranormal twist on the highly recognized story, The Phantom of the Opera. A first in a new series, readers will be hooked and aching for more, as the final page is read. Geared toward young adult readers, this is a story that will appeal to, not only its target audience, but to adults as well.
The Phantom Diaries is the story of Annette Binoche, an eighteen-year-old girl who, through her mother's friend, gets a job as a seamstress at the New York Metropolitan Opera House. What Annette doesn't realize when she begins, is that her life is about to change in amazing ways. After hearing the tale of a Phantom who haunts the Opera House, she witnesses, first hand, the incredible and terrifying antics of the Phantom.
It is not long after Annette begins her job that she meets Eric. A handsome and mesmerizing young man who hides behind a mask filled with secrets and torment. Eric takes it upon himself to vocally train Annette, knowing that she has an incredible vocal talent and the appearance to leave audiences captivated within the realms of emotion, from which she takes them with her songs. However, the feelings of student and vocal trainer, take a quick turn as a seductive pull grips them both.
While Annette desires Eric, she also finds herself attracted to a fellow performer, as well as drawing the attention of the owner of the Opera House. What she doesn't realize is that there is a malicious presence waiting in the wings, ready to pounce and exact revenge in a most horrible way. Not only that, but the people that she meets in the present, entangle with those of the far past.
Complete with romantic twists, turns and entanglements, The Phantom Diaries takes the reader on an adventure of the paranormal, the search for dreams and righting the wrongs of the past. Kailin Gow's writing style is phenomenal and will leave the reader at the edge of their seat. As I was nearing the end of the story, I was so entranced, that the pages flew and time ceased to exist. Once I read the final words, I was ready to scream, for want of more. Needless to say, I was relived to see that the second in the series is to be released at the end of this year.
Highly recommend to those looking for an amazing read, complete with the paranormal, romance, suspense and edge-of-your-seat plotting.
*overall rating 4.5/5
The Phantom Diaries is the story of Annette Binoche, an eighteen-year-old girl who, through her mother's friend, gets a job as a seamstress at the New York Metropolitan Opera House. What Annette doesn't realize when she begins, is that her life is about to change in amazing ways. After hearing the tale of a Phantom who haunts the Opera House, she witnesses, first hand, the incredible and terrifying antics of the Phantom.
It is not long after Annette begins her job that she meets Eric. A handsome and mesmerizing young man who hides behind a mask filled with secrets and torment. Eric takes it upon himself to vocally train Annette, knowing that she has an incredible vocal talent and the appearance to leave audiences captivated within the realms of emotion, from which she takes them with her songs. However, the feelings of student and vocal trainer, take a quick turn as a seductive pull grips them both.
While Annette desires Eric, she also finds herself attracted to a fellow performer, as well as drawing the attention of the owner of the Opera House. What she doesn't realize is that there is a malicious presence waiting in the wings, ready to pounce and exact revenge in a most horrible way. Not only that, but the people that she meets in the present, entangle with those of the far past.
Complete with romantic twists, turns and entanglements, The Phantom Diaries takes the reader on an adventure of the paranormal, the search for dreams and righting the wrongs of the past. Kailin Gow's writing style is phenomenal and will leave the reader at the edge of their seat. As I was nearing the end of the story, I was so entranced, that the pages flew and time ceased to exist. Once I read the final words, I was ready to scream, for want of more. Needless to say, I was relived to see that the second in the series is to be released at the end of this year.
Highly recommend to those looking for an amazing read, complete with the paranormal, romance, suspense and edge-of-your-seat plotting.
*overall rating 4.5/5
February 24, 2011
I believe in my books so heck yeah I'm going to rate it a five.
This is loosely-based on the Gaston Leroux classic Phantom of the Opera and gives another take on Eric (purposely spelled "Eric" not "Erik") and Kristine (purposely spelled "Kristine" not "Christine") to modernize and change the characters a bit. Obviously with the addition of a new character to the story - Annette, a new setting, and placing this in modern times; this is not going to be about Phantom of the Opera. The Phantom Diaries is an interpretation of the characters from Phantom of the Opera so for those who thought this is Phantom of the Opera, it isn't, but a new take, a new interpretation of the classic.
For those of you who do not know about my YA series, they all have Discussion questions and are meant to spur discussion, especially on issues touched upon in these fictional books. I'm fortunate to see these books have actually been marketed to the mainstream popular fiction market when they are actually used for study groups and schools. Phantom Diaries may be more for the college-age group, as the discussion questions are geared towards relationship and career issues. Some may have elements of controversy, but that is on purpose and used mainly for study purposes.
Because of all this, I definitely believe in this book and the series, and encourage anyone reading Phantom Diaries to pick up the original Phantom of the Opera and see if you agree with the interpretations of Eric and Kristine.
This is loosely-based on the Gaston Leroux classic Phantom of the Opera and gives another take on Eric (purposely spelled "Eric" not "Erik") and Kristine (purposely spelled "Kristine" not "Christine") to modernize and change the characters a bit. Obviously with the addition of a new character to the story - Annette, a new setting, and placing this in modern times; this is not going to be about Phantom of the Opera. The Phantom Diaries is an interpretation of the characters from Phantom of the Opera so for those who thought this is Phantom of the Opera, it isn't, but a new take, a new interpretation of the classic.
For those of you who do not know about my YA series, they all have Discussion questions and are meant to spur discussion, especially on issues touched upon in these fictional books. I'm fortunate to see these books have actually been marketed to the mainstream popular fiction market when they are actually used for study groups and schools. Phantom Diaries may be more for the college-age group, as the discussion questions are geared towards relationship and career issues. Some may have elements of controversy, but that is on purpose and used mainly for study purposes.
Because of all this, I definitely believe in this book and the series, and encourage anyone reading Phantom Diaries to pick up the original Phantom of the Opera and see if you agree with the interpretations of Eric and Kristine.
June 5, 2010
I don't know much about Phantom of the Opera the book, but I have seen the movie with Emmy Rossum and Gerard Butler. Because of the movie, I had to read the book. I did and I love it! Now about The Phantom Diaries, I'm usually a YA reader, so The Phantom Diaries fit that. Phantom of the Opera fans would LOVE this book because of the reference from the Phantom of the Opera book BUT you do not need to know the Phantom of the Opera story to enjoy this new story. The author does an amazing job honing this classic story into one for young adults and paranormal romance fans. I can't describe it exactly, but this is an amazing ride to an unexpected OMG ending. I'm not giving it away, you have to pick up this book!
February 16, 2011
Okay. I just finished reading this book, so this is my "emotional review". Later, I might erase this one and write another one, but I kind of doubt it, as will be explained below.
I think the Phantom of the Opera is both a book and a movie. I uh, think. I've only watched the movie with Gerard Butler as the Phantom, so I can't really compare this book to the original book, as movies very rarely are like their written counterparts. But if I could... huh.
Kristine Daea or whatever her last name is in the movie, is, well, the heroine. In this book, she's the villain. That was funny. I like the interpretation of Kristine as a wily temptress who kind of acts like a succubus. Of course, in this book, it was never explained why she hates the Aragon family, or why she's so obsessed with having Aaron and Chase sleep with her while in possession of Annette. I think the Aragon family did something bad to her... and she wants the guys to sleep with her because, in possession of Annette's body, she wants to destroy Annette's credibility, reputation, and future. But seriously. Kristine is, pardon the language, f***ed up. I wouldn't say this if it wasn't absolutely true, by the way. (She planned on killing-- viciously-- the guy she was going to marry.) Oh, and I hated the fact that I'm not even sure how she was able to possess Annette's body when she would have died a hundred years ago.
Okay, I had a few problems with this book:
1. The first person narrative switched all the time from present tense to past tense, so the words would be like "I see" and "I saw". That part got annoying.
2. Everything happened too fast. There was some description, yes, but not hardly enough.
And 3, the biggest problem I thought was in this book...
I read this on my Kindle, and for those who don't know how one works, a Kindle only gives you the amount of percent you are through the book, not the page numbers. And, with the exception of the very beginning, the novel mentions kissing and sex at least every five percent I was in the book. Seriously. Gross. When an author mentions kissing and sex a few times--tops -- in a novel, the book retains its grace. This book was all about 1, the Opera House, 2, the three guys Annette likes, and 3, KISSING AND F***ING SEX. I've never read a book by Kaitlin Gow before, and I don't mean to be harsh to her writing, as it takes a lot of perseverence to write and finish writing a book, but seriously, enough with the horniness. The only reason I kept reading was because I could kind of find the plot in all that goop, and it was relatively good. And yeah, I'll read the sequel , I guess, because I want to see what'll happen to the characters, but all of the kissing and whatnot was disturbing. Freaking disturbing.
Oh, and one more thing: terrible, terrible cliffhanger. Grr.
I think the Phantom of the Opera is both a book and a movie. I uh, think. I've only watched the movie with Gerard Butler as the Phantom, so I can't really compare this book to the original book, as movies very rarely are like their written counterparts. But if I could... huh.
Kristine Daea or whatever her last name is in the movie, is, well, the heroine. In this book, she's the villain. That was funny. I like the interpretation of Kristine as a wily temptress who kind of acts like a succubus. Of course, in this book, it was never explained why she hates the Aragon family, or why she's so obsessed with having Aaron and Chase sleep with her while in possession of Annette. I think the Aragon family did something bad to her... and she wants the guys to sleep with her because, in possession of Annette's body, she wants to destroy Annette's credibility, reputation, and future. But seriously. Kristine is, pardon the language, f***ed up. I wouldn't say this if it wasn't absolutely true, by the way. (She planned on killing-- viciously-- the guy she was going to marry.) Oh, and I hated the fact that I'm not even sure how she was able to possess Annette's body when she would have died a hundred years ago.
Okay, I had a few problems with this book:
1. The first person narrative switched all the time from present tense to past tense, so the words would be like "I see" and "I saw". That part got annoying.
2. Everything happened too fast. There was some description, yes, but not hardly enough.
And 3, the biggest problem I thought was in this book...
I read this on my Kindle, and for those who don't know how one works, a Kindle only gives you the amount of percent you are through the book, not the page numbers. And, with the exception of the very beginning, the novel mentions kissing and sex at least every five percent I was in the book. Seriously. Gross. When an author mentions kissing and sex a few times--tops -- in a novel, the book retains its grace. This book was all about 1, the Opera House, 2, the three guys Annette likes, and 3, KISSING AND F***ING SEX. I've never read a book by Kaitlin Gow before, and I don't mean to be harsh to her writing, as it takes a lot of perseverence to write and finish writing a book, but seriously, enough with the horniness. The only reason I kept reading was because I could kind of find the plot in all that goop, and it was relatively good. And yeah, I'll read the sequel , I guess, because I want to see what'll happen to the characters, but all of the kissing and whatnot was disturbing. Freaking disturbing.
Oh, and one more thing: terrible, terrible cliffhanger. Grr.
June 4, 2010
At first I had my doubts about this book, more because I didn't know if I would enjoy the topic seeing as how I usually focus more on fantasy books with vampires and werewolves and faeries etc. But once I began reading I was instantly intrigued.
It enveloped me instantly with mystery and questions.
The book focuses on the life of a girl named Annette, she was called upon to New York to work at the MET Opera house as a seamstress, and even though she is very talented in creating the beautiful costumes of the opera her heart is drawn to the life itself and all she wants is to sing and perform.
Annette meets some of the cast members including a handsome boy named chase a unique girl named Judy and the drama queen-diva Marie. When Annette first witnesses Marie singing the lead role she also experiences one of the most strangest things possible. Everytime Marie opens her mouth, the opera house seems to rumble and growl in anger, when Marie can't handle the interuptions any longer she leaves the role leaving the production in a bind. With the lead role up for grabs Annette feels her hopes lifting, and when the music mysteriously shows up in front of her a stranger named Eric soon follows.
With the help of Eric pushing her to learn the music and encourage her emotions to envelope every note she sings, Annette soon becomes confident enough to audition and eventually win the Lead Role. Eric is the reason she becomes a leading lady and when she digs deeper into his past to find out how he was able to use HIS emotions to push her, she finds out about a long lost love of his named Kristine.
Annette soon finds out that she is more connected with Kristine then she ever knew, and soon sees the truth about Eric.
Drama is at every turn and as the mysteries continue to unfold through the pages this books leaves you wanting more. When the ending comes and your hoping for things to turn out one way, your left with the craziest cliffhanger!
This book had me all the way through and I cannot wait for the next book for me to know what fate has in store for Annette.
It enveloped me instantly with mystery and questions.
The book focuses on the life of a girl named Annette, she was called upon to New York to work at the MET Opera house as a seamstress, and even though she is very talented in creating the beautiful costumes of the opera her heart is drawn to the life itself and all she wants is to sing and perform.
Annette meets some of the cast members including a handsome boy named chase a unique girl named Judy and the drama queen-diva Marie. When Annette first witnesses Marie singing the lead role she also experiences one of the most strangest things possible. Everytime Marie opens her mouth, the opera house seems to rumble and growl in anger, when Marie can't handle the interuptions any longer she leaves the role leaving the production in a bind. With the lead role up for grabs Annette feels her hopes lifting, and when the music mysteriously shows up in front of her a stranger named Eric soon follows.
With the help of Eric pushing her to learn the music and encourage her emotions to envelope every note she sings, Annette soon becomes confident enough to audition and eventually win the Lead Role. Eric is the reason she becomes a leading lady and when she digs deeper into his past to find out how he was able to use HIS emotions to push her, she finds out about a long lost love of his named Kristine.
Annette soon finds out that she is more connected with Kristine then she ever knew, and soon sees the truth about Eric.
Drama is at every turn and as the mysteries continue to unfold through the pages this books leaves you wanting more. When the ending comes and your hoping for things to turn out one way, your left with the craziest cliffhanger!
This book had me all the way through and I cannot wait for the next book for me to know what fate has in store for Annette.
September 7, 2010
I grew up loving The Phantom of the Opera and have dragged my family and friends to see it on Broadway more times than I'll admit out loud, so getting the chance to read Kailin Gow's new twist on my old favorite was very exciting for me. I wasn't sure what to expect but once I opened to the first page and dug in I couldn't put it down. It had all the old romance, mystery, tension and wonder that I was hoping for and have come to expect when dealing with this classic. Gow's writing was quick, relatable and not bogged down with unnecessary details or insignificant points of reference.
Her characters were original in their owns ways but still stayed true with their classic predecessors. The phantom by far and away was of course my favorite character, but I must admit that the sweet and innocent Chase also gave him a run for his money. I couldn't blame Annette for not being able to decide between them half the time when I couldn't figure out how I could love one the one minute and the other the next. I was flitting back and forth all the time. Annette was a wonderful character to follow and her diary entries were fascinating to read. I'll admit at times I wanted her to wake up and take a look around her, she was too naive in parts, but aren't we all at some point in our lives?
But without a doubt the ending of the book took my by complete surprise, I was just blown away and not expecting anything of the sort. I was shocked long after I closed the book. I was not aware that this was a series and did not appreciate the unexpected cliffhanger, but now that I've calmed down and reigned in my dissapointment, I'm counting down until I can get my hands on the sequel to find out what happens next. I'm going to have to do more research before I pick up any book to see if it's a stand alone or intended to be a part of a series so I'm not so disappointed the next time I'm expecting a clean wrap up and instead have a bomb dropped on me.
Her characters were original in their owns ways but still stayed true with their classic predecessors. The phantom by far and away was of course my favorite character, but I must admit that the sweet and innocent Chase also gave him a run for his money. I couldn't blame Annette for not being able to decide between them half the time when I couldn't figure out how I could love one the one minute and the other the next. I was flitting back and forth all the time. Annette was a wonderful character to follow and her diary entries were fascinating to read. I'll admit at times I wanted her to wake up and take a look around her, she was too naive in parts, but aren't we all at some point in our lives?
But without a doubt the ending of the book took my by complete surprise, I was just blown away and not expecting anything of the sort. I was shocked long after I closed the book. I was not aware that this was a series and did not appreciate the unexpected cliffhanger, but now that I've calmed down and reigned in my dissapointment, I'm counting down until I can get my hands on the sequel to find out what happens next. I'm going to have to do more research before I pick up any book to see if it's a stand alone or intended to be a part of a series so I'm not so disappointed the next time I'm expecting a clean wrap up and instead have a bomb dropped on me.
October 4, 2010
This passionate modern steamy (not graphic or explicit steamy) retelling of The Phantom of the Opera will get teens to read the old Leroux story. It made me pick up The Phantom of the Opera AFTER reading this young adult/teen paranormal romance version. Romantic from the very start, Phantom Diaries draws you into a world of music and mystery. Annette, young seamstress arrives in New York from New Orleans, and she quickly gets drawn into the seductive world of the New York opera house. With exquisite beauty and an even rarer natural singing talent, she is coached by a mysteriously handsome young man name Eric into winning the lead of the Opera House's hit opera. No one else has seen this Eric nor heard of him at the Opera House, yet Annette couldn't help being drawn to him physically, emotionally, and psychologically. As the star of the new opera and an overnight New York sensation, Annette draws the attention of other men like Chace, the first chair violinist of the opera and Aaron, the handsome young owner of the Opera House. When you think this is just another Harlequin romance, it throws you off with the edgy paranormal romance in an awesome way. Fast-paced, romantic, passionate (but acceptable for older teens and young adults), this first book in the Phantom Diaries series will have you wanting more!
Please note: I have read Dark Memories (The Phantom Diaries, #2) and it is just as wonderful or better than this first book. Many questions are answered because of the search the characters undergo of their past and how that linked to what is going on with them. Intricately woven, Dark Memories is a must read for anyone who read Phantom Diaries.
Please note: I have read Dark Memories (The Phantom Diaries, #2) and it is just as wonderful or better than this first book. Many questions are answered because of the search the characters undergo of their past and how that linked to what is going on with them. Intricately woven, Dark Memories is a must read for anyone who read Phantom Diaries.
June 21, 2010
What is going on with the Opera House and how is the masked musician connected to events from over a century ago?
The Phantom Diaries is a fast paced romantic adventure filled with passionate characters and a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and obsession. A tragic legend, and an unearthed tale of black magic and revenge lend a chilling backdrop to this story of heat and passion. Every man falls for Annette, but in the end, who can she trust and who will she love?
I enjoyed The Phantom Diaries and am looking forward to reading Dark Memories the second book in the Phantom Diaries series. I will warn you that The Phantom Diaries has a cliff-hanger ending that will leave you waiting impatiently for Dark Memories to release October 2010.
I would recommend The Phantom Diaries to readers of romance, mysteries, fantasy, thrillers, and especially to fans of steamy paranormal romance. As an aside, I would like to mention that the editing for this book left a lot to be desired. I hope that a different editor is used for the other books in this series. If poor editing makes it difficult for you to become immersed in a book, then you may want to hold out for a later edition.
** This review originally posted on my blog: www.FromTheShadows.info
The Phantom Diaries is a fast paced romantic adventure filled with passionate characters and a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and obsession. A tragic legend, and an unearthed tale of black magic and revenge lend a chilling backdrop to this story of heat and passion. Every man falls for Annette, but in the end, who can she trust and who will she love?
I enjoyed The Phantom Diaries and am looking forward to reading Dark Memories the second book in the Phantom Diaries series. I will warn you that The Phantom Diaries has a cliff-hanger ending that will leave you waiting impatiently for Dark Memories to release October 2010.
I would recommend The Phantom Diaries to readers of romance, mysteries, fantasy, thrillers, and especially to fans of steamy paranormal romance. As an aside, I would like to mention that the editing for this book left a lot to be desired. I hope that a different editor is used for the other books in this series. If poor editing makes it difficult for you to become immersed in a book, then you may want to hold out for a later edition.
** This review originally posted on my blog: www.FromTheShadows.info
June 10, 2010
After reading Bitter Frost, I read Phantom Diaries. Two different books, but still strong in story. Bitter Frost will appeal to all ages, especially teens. Phantom Diaries is more mature and will appeal to young adults and adults. Mature teens would devour this book, too. Like Bitter Frost, you are drawn into another world. I enjoyed being drawn into the mystery, suspense and romance of Annette's world. I've seen Phantom of the Opera on stage. Phantom Diaries captures that dynamic drama and makes your heart pound. I'm not surprise Gow has a background in TV/Film. I would love to see this made into a movie.
May 25, 2011
This was such an amazing book!!! My heart can't stop beating after turning the last page.This book was too short for my tastes but it was still very good.
I have completely no idea what is going on in Annette's head sometimes. She's so unsure of herself and that's what I didn't like about her. She can't seem to make her mind up between 3 guys. I mean, can she not see that Eric is so much more better for her than Chace and especially Aaron!?! Seriously, Annette, how could you fall for him!?! Eric really does understand Annette better and really brings out her dormant qualities. Whenever she's with Eric, I couldn't stop swooning during the scenes with them together. Honestly, the heat was literally coming off the pages as I was reading.
That cliffhanger at the end was just so heartless and very unresolved, argh. Like, the ending was up to me to figure out on my own. Thank goodness, there's a 2nd book but I'm gonna have to wait until October to read it, GOSH!!!
I have completely no idea what is going on in Annette's head sometimes. She's so unsure of herself and that's what I didn't like about her. She can't seem to make her mind up between 3 guys. I mean, can she not see that Eric is so much more better for her than Chace and especially Aaron!?! Seriously, Annette, how could you fall for him!?! Eric really does understand Annette better and really brings out her dormant qualities. Whenever she's with Eric, I couldn't stop swooning during the scenes with them together. Honestly, the heat was literally coming off the pages as I was reading.
That cliffhanger at the end was just so heartless and very unresolved, argh. Like, the ending was up to me to figure out on my own. Thank goodness, there's a 2nd book but I'm gonna have to wait until October to read it, GOSH!!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 7, 2018
This was absolutely terrible. Takes place in modern day New York, the Phantom has somehow survived since the 1800s (someone can't do math...) and is named Eric (not Erik) and is *still* pining for Kristine after she left him for a rich tool. And he only falls for Annette, a seamstress who is actually an opera singer with NO training, because she looks like Annette. Like any typical fanfiction, Annette is gorgeous without really trying and has 3 men falling for her the second they meet her. And she's so clueless how to handle it...after all Chace and Eric induce this passion in her...for whatever reason. Chace is sweet enough but bland with no personality, Eric is unnecessarily moody and apparently hundreds of years old. The Diary aspect which this book is named, is a mere paragraph at the beginning of each chapter and adds nothing to the story.
It was boring and lacked any sort of direction. Not even a casual Phantom fan should pick this one up.
It was boring and lacked any sort of direction. Not even a casual Phantom fan should pick this one up.
November 6, 2010
Even if you haven't heard of Phantom of the Opera, which Phantom Diaries is loosely based on, read this book! Every page is dripping with heat, and there is no graphic explicit sex so it's truly YA. Gow is a truly talented writer to have turned an old classic into a hot modern YA romance with paranormal teen appeal. The chemistry between Annette and Eric is scorching. You almost forget you're reading YA, but at the same time, it is mature and unique. The members of my book club instantly voted this book as one of their best finds in October. Highly recommend it! I'll be reading the next book, Dark Memories, which just came out!
July 12, 2010
The Phantom Diaries is an incredible story of love, revenge, and passion that can consume one's soul. Amazingly narrated by young Annette Binoche, the book's writing emerges you completely. I cannot stop reading until I was finished and yet I wanted more. More of Eric, more of Chace, and more of Aaron! The ending was incredible! WOW. Gow's next Phantom Diaries book cannot come soon enough. Phantom Diaries is my second young adult book from Gow, and she continues to weave some of young adult fiction's most imaginative and passionate reads. She is my new favorite author must reads!
September 16, 2010
I read the kindle version of this after I downloaded and read Kailin's other books Pulse and Bitter Frost. Oh. My. God. This isn't written like your typical romance novel, but romance and passion is gushing out on every page. I haven't read Phantom of the Opera. You don't need to at all. Actually, it can stand alone and be its own story. I highly recommend it!
June 11, 2010
Aside from having the sexiest man alive, Phantom Diaries is a book about a young woman's coming of age. At first I found Phantom Diaries a character study on passion, but it has now become my guilty pleasure.
May 9, 2010
Mysterious and haunting, this book kept me reading. I'm hooked!
February 24, 2011
Really bad writing. Not Leroux-based or acknowledged at all. Stay away from this one.
November 26, 2017
I read this six years ago, and, even as a teenager, I knew it was terrible. I found it here again and can still remember all the things I found wrong with it. That should say something. So many typos it's actually embarrassing to read. Phantom of the Opera is one of the few things I will read published fanfiction/retellings for, and this one was horrid. Mary-Sue-ish, far too short, none of the situations were believable, etc. Don't recommend. I've read fanfictions on fanfiction.net for Phantom better than this. I very rarely give bad reviews, but the phandom deserves better than this.
March 11, 2018
Wow. This was so bad.
Unbelievably bad.
The main character is not very likeable, she tends to fall in love with every man she meets. She also has no idea what she wants, who she wants and whether she's a seamstress or opera singer.
Unbelievably bad.
Unbelievably bad.
The main character is not very likeable, she tends to fall in love with every man she meets. She also has no idea what she wants, who she wants and whether she's a seamstress or opera singer.
Unbelievably bad.
March 17, 2025
The plot of this book was good, but you could tell it was from a novice! And the editor did a poor job of catching errors ( missing words to complete a sentence and many typos…) not my favorite book. I don’t think I will continue to the next book.
March 28, 2018
What.
September 4, 2012
Don't start this expecting to read something that is exactly the same as The Phantom of the Opera. Although it has it's similarities and uses a couple similar names it is its own story. Kailin takes a classic that we love and turns it into something new and different that we can love.
I think the reason this twist was so acceptable to me was the new characters. I become much more critical when they are using the exact same people (even if they try different names).
I liked Annette. I did find at times she had some of the more irritating qualities that drive me nuts but her mind and heart always seemed to go to the same place and person that I enjoyed reading about. She has all of the passion and emotion I feel you truly need to make it on the stage. Although it was obvious from the start that she was going to get the lead role with her raw talent she was still willing to push herself to get better (with the help of a hansom stranger of course).
There is three guys to love in this novel. First you meet Chace who is a talented first chair violinist and then Eric the mysterious stranger that want to help land her the leading role. Lastly you meet Aaron Aragon, the arrogant yet charming owner of the opera house. There is a lot of mind blowing kissing and some more suggestive scenes that may be a little beyond what some people want to hear. I would say 17+ for these scenes but honestly I love them. Nothing like a little extra steamy scene to get the heart rate up.
The pace in this novel is fairly consistent and you never have time to get board. There is always one thing or another to be thinking about, or you push forth wanting to see if it is going to work out the way you hope it will. Annette has a way of just falling into the place that she should be but as easy as that sounds you're never really sure where she should be. Confusing right? I think that this is part of why I was so drawn into it all, the hustle and bustle of the world that Annette lives in and all of the people that surround her.
I look forward to picking up book #2 which currently resides on my shelf. Kailin Gow never fails to captivate me with her writing and always seems to leave me wanting a little more.
I think the reason this twist was so acceptable to me was the new characters. I become much more critical when they are using the exact same people (even if they try different names).
I liked Annette. I did find at times she had some of the more irritating qualities that drive me nuts but her mind and heart always seemed to go to the same place and person that I enjoyed reading about. She has all of the passion and emotion I feel you truly need to make it on the stage. Although it was obvious from the start that she was going to get the lead role with her raw talent she was still willing to push herself to get better (with the help of a hansom stranger of course).
There is three guys to love in this novel. First you meet Chace who is a talented first chair violinist and then Eric the mysterious stranger that want to help land her the leading role. Lastly you meet Aaron Aragon, the arrogant yet charming owner of the opera house. There is a lot of mind blowing kissing and some more suggestive scenes that may be a little beyond what some people want to hear. I would say 17+ for these scenes but honestly I love them. Nothing like a little extra steamy scene to get the heart rate up.
The pace in this novel is fairly consistent and you never have time to get board. There is always one thing or another to be thinking about, or you push forth wanting to see if it is going to work out the way you hope it will. Annette has a way of just falling into the place that she should be but as easy as that sounds you're never really sure where she should be. Confusing right? I think that this is part of why I was so drawn into it all, the hustle and bustle of the world that Annette lives in and all of the people that surround her.
I look forward to picking up book #2 which currently resides on my shelf. Kailin Gow never fails to captivate me with her writing and always seems to leave me wanting a little more.
October 6, 2010
I had pretty high hopes for this one, especially after seeing the four/five star ratings on Goodreads. I also love the musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, but I'll admit I've never read the original story. Still, I was excited for the story to continue in Gow's book. I found the synopsis intriguing, and couldn't wait to pick it up. Due to my high expectations, I was a bit disappointed. There were, however, a few aspects of the book that I did enjoy.
I really enjoyed reading the last quarter of the book. The story really picked up, there was quite a bit of action/suspense, and information regarding the history of certain characters. The writing seemed to flow well in this portion of the story, and everything was paced well. I also enjoyed Gow's portrayal of Eric. She did a great job of recreating a character that many people love (love to hate, pity, etc). His manner of speaking, behavior, and emotions seemed consistent with past versions of the phantom. Plus, there was quite a good twist at end of the book.
My issues began with something that wasn't the fault of the author. I'm going to mention it here, but keep in mind it has nothing to do with the story. There were quite a few issues with editing. I can usually handle a few typos and missing punctuation, but the number of things I noticed distracted me from the story. Another issue I had was with the flow of the book, it just didn't work for me until the action picked up toward the end. I also really wanted to know more about how Annette ended up at the New York Metropolitan Opera House. There is a brief mention of how she ended up there, but I would have loved to have seen it at the start of the story.
The ending left me wondering what was going to happen to the characters, and there is a sequel in the works. Despite only getting into the story toward the end, I'm interested to know how Gow resolves the conflict she's created for Eric and Annette. Overall, this book didn't work for me, but since many people really enjoyed this one, I'm in the minority.
I really enjoyed reading the last quarter of the book. The story really picked up, there was quite a bit of action/suspense, and information regarding the history of certain characters. The writing seemed to flow well in this portion of the story, and everything was paced well. I also enjoyed Gow's portrayal of Eric. She did a great job of recreating a character that many people love (love to hate, pity, etc). His manner of speaking, behavior, and emotions seemed consistent with past versions of the phantom. Plus, there was quite a good twist at end of the book.
My issues began with something that wasn't the fault of the author. I'm going to mention it here, but keep in mind it has nothing to do with the story. There were quite a few issues with editing. I can usually handle a few typos and missing punctuation, but the number of things I noticed distracted me from the story. Another issue I had was with the flow of the book, it just didn't work for me until the action picked up toward the end. I also really wanted to know more about how Annette ended up at the New York Metropolitan Opera House. There is a brief mention of how she ended up there, but I would have loved to have seen it at the start of the story.
The ending left me wondering what was going to happen to the characters, and there is a sequel in the works. Despite only getting into the story toward the end, I'm interested to know how Gow resolves the conflict she's created for Eric and Annette. Overall, this book didn't work for me, but since many people really enjoyed this one, I'm in the minority.
August 17, 2014
OMG!!! A modern version of the phantom of the opera!!!! I have to get this. I mean...AAHHH!!! Sorry not the most mature review I've done but I cant help it. Lets hope its really good or I may cry in disappointment.
***Update***
I have to say this book was better than I thought it would be. I am a major Phantom of the Opera fan. I have the movie with Gerald Butler in it, along with a movie of the stage version and another movie of Love never dies which left me in tears. I have also read the original book which was just....confusing. But yes, big fan and big critic to anyone who tries to use the idea of Phantom of the Opera in their own work. I can’t help it, I get annoyed when someone takes something I love, tears it apart then put it back together in a way so that its completely different than I know it, it goes with the saying, ‘if it’s not broke don’t fix it.’ However and this is a big however, this author did just that and she pulled it off. If any other author had attempted it I would have probably not even bothered to review the book I would have loathed it so much so she has done it and for which I am giving a sigh of relief as it means that I didn’t waste my time and money getting it and reading it and that something I adore was not ruined but simply put in a different, more modern light. Of course the book did have flaws, some things that did bug me or stick out to me and bother me in my otherwise unflawed reading. A few descriptions here and there, some words that I thought were a bit cheesy ECT. But they weren’t big enough flaws to really make a big deal out of so I won’t bore you by pointing them out in detail. Overall a really great read and I look forward to the next book with great impatience.
***Update***
I have to say this book was better than I thought it would be. I am a major Phantom of the Opera fan. I have the movie with Gerald Butler in it, along with a movie of the stage version and another movie of Love never dies which left me in tears. I have also read the original book which was just....confusing. But yes, big fan and big critic to anyone who tries to use the idea of Phantom of the Opera in their own work. I can’t help it, I get annoyed when someone takes something I love, tears it apart then put it back together in a way so that its completely different than I know it, it goes with the saying, ‘if it’s not broke don’t fix it.’ However and this is a big however, this author did just that and she pulled it off. If any other author had attempted it I would have probably not even bothered to review the book I would have loathed it so much so she has done it and for which I am giving a sigh of relief as it means that I didn’t waste my time and money getting it and reading it and that something I adore was not ruined but simply put in a different, more modern light. Of course the book did have flaws, some things that did bug me or stick out to me and bother me in my otherwise unflawed reading. A few descriptions here and there, some words that I thought were a bit cheesy ECT. But they weren’t big enough flaws to really make a big deal out of so I won’t bore you by pointing them out in detail. Overall a really great read and I look forward to the next book with great impatience.
June 26, 2010
I wasn't real sure how I would feel about this one when I received it. One, I've never read The Phantom of the Opera, so I had nothing to compare it to, even though it's loosely based on that. Two, the author sent it to me along with these words, "The Phantom Diaries is for older teens and young adults (age 17 and up). It is a romance novel loosely based on the Phantom of the Opera, and does contain a few racy scenes due to the prominent characteristics of two characters. If that is not the kind of book you review, then please do not feel obligated. This book is definitely for the more mature teens who would be heading toward Harlequin romances for grown ups in a year or so and currently watch anything racy like Gossip Girl or Vampire Diaries on television :)"
So, to read or not to read. Well, I am no stranger to racy scenes in a book, they don't bother me. I've reviewed books for mature teens, so I thought I'd give it a try. Besides, I'm a Vampire Diaries fan, so that was enough to make me want to read it.
Having never read Phantom was not a problem. Maybe it even allowed me to get more into the characters because I had no preconceived notions. Kailin Gow delivers an intriguing, mysterious, first in a series story that left me wanting more each time I stopped reading. Waiting for the next one will be trying. This book is dramatic and if you are looking for paranormal, mixed with romance and suspense, then this is the book for you! The 2nd in the series is due out at the end of the year, so your wait will not be too long for the next one.
So, to read or not to read. Well, I am no stranger to racy scenes in a book, they don't bother me. I've reviewed books for mature teens, so I thought I'd give it a try. Besides, I'm a Vampire Diaries fan, so that was enough to make me want to read it.
Having never read Phantom was not a problem. Maybe it even allowed me to get more into the characters because I had no preconceived notions. Kailin Gow delivers an intriguing, mysterious, first in a series story that left me wanting more each time I stopped reading. Waiting for the next one will be trying. This book is dramatic and if you are looking for paranormal, mixed with romance and suspense, then this is the book for you! The 2nd in the series is due out at the end of the year, so your wait will not be too long for the next one.
December 27, 2010
I am a mild Phanatic. I read the original novel by Gaston Leroux earlier this year and I'm enamored with the movie starring Gerard Butler. I love the story, except for the fact that Christine didn't end up with the Phantom. So I thought this would be the story to change that.
Well, it sort of is. Taking place in 2009, Annette comes to the New York opera house to become a seamstress. With the help of a mysterious vocal coach, she becomes the new lead and wins the hearts of many. She begins to wonder if her vocal coach is the Phantom of the Opera. But that would be impossible, right? That Phantom was around in the 1880s. Is it really that impossible?
I more or less liked Annette in the beginning. She was a sweet girl. But the more the story went on, the more I didn't care for her. She does some morally questionable things (take her relationships for example) that really got on my nerves. "Oh, I didn't mean to hurt you," is pretty much always her attitude around her numerous suitors. That's part of the reason I stopped reading the House of Night series. So I didn't like that. But Eric is, as always, so sexy. I wish we could have seen more of him in that light than we did. I only really got that impression of him in the beginning and it faded the more the story went on.
Will I read the sequel? Yes. Will I rush out to get it? No.
Well, it sort of is. Taking place in 2009, Annette comes to the New York opera house to become a seamstress. With the help of a mysterious vocal coach, she becomes the new lead and wins the hearts of many. She begins to wonder if her vocal coach is the Phantom of the Opera. But that would be impossible, right? That Phantom was around in the 1880s. Is it really that impossible?
I more or less liked Annette in the beginning. She was a sweet girl. But the more the story went on, the more I didn't care for her. She does some morally questionable things (take her relationships for example) that really got on my nerves. "Oh, I didn't mean to hurt you," is pretty much always her attitude around her numerous suitors. That's part of the reason I stopped reading the House of Night series. So I didn't like that. But Eric is, as always, so sexy. I wish we could have seen more of him in that light than we did. I only really got that impression of him in the beginning and it faded the more the story went on.
Will I read the sequel? Yes. Will I rush out to get it? No.
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