Deception: A Phantom of the Opera Novel by Shirley Yoshinaka Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Deception: A Phantom of the Opera Novel
Book Review: A sweet love story
Summary: 5 Stars
I found this to be a captivating read, definitely capturing the spirit of Erik (the musical and movie version rather than the original novel.) Yes, it is a "happy ending" story - but is that so wrong? And yes, at times it is sappy and romantic, but what are fan fics for?
I was especially happy that this book was clean - as so many Phantom fics are NOT. I would rate this book no higher than PG. There is a good storyline and the ending makes you want to cheer. If you're a Phan who wants to see Erik have a happy ending for once, pick it up, it's worth the cost.
Book Review: Good book
Summary: 4 Stars
This is one of many sequels that I've read on POTO. It was an enjoyable book. NIce to see the Phantom being loved back for a change.Book Review: Definitely not Deceptive
Summary: 4 Stars
Of the POTO follow up stories, this one has managed to capture to Erik's tortured, somewhat broody character the best so far. The situations were believable without stretching into the realm of impossible. It was nice to see a strong woman as a lead, one that was an equal match for our masked hero. Also nice to run accross an author who did some research of the time period. The choice of title is very appropriate for the story since all his life, Erik has had to carry on a Deception of his own. Book Review: How romantic !
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this story! The characters were good, the plot didn't suck. I read the book in one sitting. I wish it were longer.
I know that this story takes place after the original book, but I like how she didn't stick to the Ghostly Phantom of Leroux's book. She made him more human and loveable.
Book Review: A nice romantic read...
Summary: 4 Stars
I think the author did a nice job transitioning the Phantom into a realistic character and giving him some time to mourn his former "life" at the opera house and then discover real romance with the leading lady of this story, Melodie. Although I found her blindness somewhat frustrating, (would have been nice for her to touch his face more or to have more physical contact with Eric) it made her other senses somewhat more credible (i.e. her talent at music). I felt the author truly expressed the way Eric continues to struggle with his insanity and anger and the traumatic past, and how it comes back in a very real way to threaten his future. I don't want to reveal the plot too much, but his love interest still contains that dangerous and sexy mystery that I loved so much in the movie and opera.