A review by nighthonesty
Phantom by Greer Rivers

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective 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? It's complicated

5.0

AMAZING book. I have always loved The Phantom of the Opera and this retelling was just outstanding. Greer really brought the FMC to life and gave her more personality than just the Phantom's obsession. Scarlett is relatable, strong, flawed, and is truly an outstanding character. The MMC is also outstanding with a lot of depth. Even the side characters are given history and depth in a way that makes me want to learn more about them. Overall, an outstanding book that I will recommend to everyone.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Medical content, Dementia, Kidnapping, Grief, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Sexual harassment, Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Bullying, Domestic abuse, Gore, Self harm, Forced institutionalization, Blood

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Drug use, Rape, Trafficking, Car accident, Pregnancy, Alcohol