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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
I really wanted to LOVE this book. It honestly just felt too long and repetitive. I had a hard time feeling the connection between the two main characters. Overall, I did still enjoy this book and I’m glad that I read it. Will most likely read the next in the series, just not itching to pick it up immediately. I will say I loved the twist/ last few chapters of the book and how it all wrapped up.
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I read this book without any preconceived notions (which I think was necessary, now seeing how TikTok extremely hyped this book up). I found it somewhat predictable and, at times, extremely cheesy, and yet I could not put it down.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Blood, Grief, Murder
Minor: Gore, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
WHAT A FUN READ!!! Perfect Halloween/spooky vibes book.
The plot
The plot
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
5 ⭐ s
4 🌶️s
Phantasma is a breathtaking, hauntingly beautiful story that completely swept me away. From the very first page, Kaylie Smith pulls you into a world that feels equal parts eerie and enchanting, with lyrical writing that makes every scene come alive.
The atmosphere is rich and immersive—I could practically feel the shadows clinging to the characters and the magic pulsing through the pages. What really stood out, though, was how layered the characters are. They’re complex, flawed, and achingly real, which made it so easy to get emotionally invested in their journeys.
The pacing was perfect, balancing dark tension with tender, emotional moments that kept me hooked until the very end. I loved how the themes of identity, resilience, and self-discovery were woven so seamlessly into the plot. It’s one of those rare books that lingers with you long after you’ve finished it.
Kaylie Smith has crafted a masterpiece with Phantasma—a story that feels both chilling and beautiful, heartbreaking and hopeful. If you love atmospheric fantasy with depth, heart, and unforgettable characters, this is an absolute must-read.
4 🌶️s
Phantasma is a breathtaking, hauntingly beautiful story that completely swept me away. From the very first page, Kaylie Smith pulls you into a world that feels equal parts eerie and enchanting, with lyrical writing that makes every scene come alive.
The atmosphere is rich and immersive—I could practically feel the shadows clinging to the characters and the magic pulsing through the pages. What really stood out, though, was how layered the characters are. They’re complex, flawed, and achingly real, which made it so easy to get emotionally invested in their journeys.
The pacing was perfect, balancing dark tension with tender, emotional moments that kept me hooked until the very end. I loved how the themes of identity, resilience, and self-discovery were woven so seamlessly into the plot. It’s one of those rare books that lingers with you long after you’ve finished it.
Kaylie Smith has crafted a masterpiece with Phantasma—a story that feels both chilling and beautiful, heartbreaking and hopeful. If you love atmospheric fantasy with depth, heart, and unforgettable characters, this is an absolute must-read.