Review : The Phantom's Apprentice

The Phantom's Apprentice by Heather Webb

Genre: Historical Fiction, Young Adult, Retellings, Paranormal, Mystery, Romance, 

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Pages: 344

In this re-imagining of Phantom of the Opera, meet a Christine Daaé you’ve never seen before…

Christine faces an impossible choice: be a star at the Paris opera as Papa always wanted, or follow her dream—to become a master of illusions. First, she must steal the secrets of the enigmatic master who haunts her, survive a world of treachery and murder, and embrace the uncertain promise of love. To succeed, she will risk her life in the grandest illusion of all.

"Webb combines music and magic seamlessly in The Phantom's Apprentice, weaving glittering new threads into the fabric of a classic story. Romantic, suspenseful and inventive, this novel sweeps you along to its breathless conclusion." -- Greer Macallister, USA Today bestselling author of The Magician's Lie

"In her captivating novel, Heather Webb casts an intriguing new light on a much-loved tale...Full of magic and atmosphere, lush historical detail and page-turning suspense, The Phantom's Apprentice is sure to enthrall, enchant and delight... Brava!!"--Hazel Gaynor, NYT bestselling author of The Cottingley Secret

"A performance worthy of the Paris Opera...Christine’s evolution from 'damsel in distress’ to self-reliant woman is masterfully done, hooking the reader from the first page. Webb's work is immersive, well-crafted, and beautifully paced. A must-read!"--Aimie K. Runyan, author of Daughters of the Night Sky

Ever since I seen Phantom of the Opera on Broadway as a six grade trip decades ago my love of the story and musicals started. Surprisingly enough after all these years seeing the musicals and movies way too many times to count and I'd never even picked up the book! (Yea I know shame on me) For one it wasn't until early last year I got into reading classics and I was a bit worried that it would change my view on the story because of what it was based off of or how disappointing would it be if I didn't end up liking the book? I ended up listening to the audio book and I loved it! After that I went on a Phantom of the Opera kick getting hold of whatever retelling I could get my hands on. By then one after the other I read at least 3 or 4 retelling and this one was the last to get hold of and I burnt myself out by then and didn't end up picking this book up.

After reading this book I want to kick myself for doing that marathon because it sort of forced me into not being into reading this book. I just managed to notice this book and based off the description was curious what was in store for this book.

I can absolutely say that I loved this book! I loved the characters and what the author did in making them truly unique. This book could've easily fallen into being over played and this book was unique in almost every way. There are clear differences where the author drawn similarities stuck to the basic story line but I'm amazed how this book truly turned out. This book was magical in every way and stunning. That goes to say I loved it!.

Review : Lock and Mori : Mind Game

Lock & Mori : Mind Games by Heather W. Petty

(Lock & Mori #2)

Genre : Mystery, Suspense, Retellings, Thriller, 

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Published December 6th 2016 by Simon & Schuster

Sherlock Holmes and Miss James “Mori” Moriarty may have closed their first case, but the mystery is far from over in the thrilling sequel to Lock & Mori, perfect for fans of Maureen Johnson and Sherlock.

You know their names. Now discover their beginnings. 

Mori’s abusive father is behind bars and she has never felt less safe. Threatening letters have started appearing on her doorstep, and the police are receiving anonymous tips suggesting that Mori—not her father—is the Regent’s Park killer. To make matters worse, the police are beginning to believe them.

Through it all, Lock—frustrating, brilliant, gorgeous Lock—is by her side. The two of them set out to discover who is framing Mori, but in a city full of suspects, the task is easier said than done. With the clock ticking, Mori will discover just how far she is willing to go to make sure that justice is served, and no one—not even Lock—will be able to stop her. 

If you haven't read the first book I highly recommend you read that book then come back for this review. (Its a great book trust me you won't want to miss it)

So Mori's abusive and murdering father is behind jail so you'd think that he'd be less threatening. Lately she's been receiving notes and it seems like someone is leaving incriminating evidence that make it seem like shes the murderer - not her father - and that she could end up in jail. It can end up one of to ways it seems. One she can end up going to jail with her father or with her father frees. Both options are unacceptable and needs to find out whats really going on.

To be honest I had a hard time putting down this book. I was pretty much all day with the book and loved it. There was so much suspense wondering who is messing with her, wondering if it really is her father behind it all and questioning who can she really trust? I kept wondering what the next note would bring and if the person might actually come for her this time. I loved how caring and selfless Mori was when it came to her brothers, but I gotta question why she kept leaving them so much. When it came down to the ending I was totally surprised and didn't expect that person and what eventually did happen in the end. Overall it was a pretty great book I really enjoyed it. Can't wait to see whats in store for the next book.