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Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost
For the first time ever, experience the story of The Phantom of the Opera as seen through the eyes of the Opera Ghost.
It is a tale of the pain and rapture of a first love, of betrayal, of shining dreams, of rage and forgiveness.
It is a tale of the human condition – of the angel and the monster within each of us.
It is the true story behind the Phantom of the Opera.
It is a tale of the pain and rapture of a first love, of betrayal, of shining dreams, of rage and forgiveness.
It is a tale of the human condition – of the angel and the monster within each of us.
It is the true story behind the Phantom of the Opera.
471 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2025
About the author
Davyne DeSye
13 books130 followersDavyne is the author of Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost, a retelling of the Phantom of the Opera from the Phantom's point of view, as well as the Phantom Rising Series – a trio of historical romances which continue the saga of the Phantom of the Opera. She has also authored the Aggressor Queen Series – a duo of alien invasion science fiction novels. She has also written a sweet paranormal ghost romance, Love Whispers Through the Veil, and an anthology of speculative fiction short stories, Soap Bubble Dreams and Other Distortions.
Davyne’s writing focuses on strong characterization, a sense of adventure, and emotional impact, reflecting her own passionate view on life. She draws from positive experiences in her life (going on safari, being in a television commercial, becoming a lifeguard) and more painful ones (being kidnapped as a child at knife-point [promptly rescued by Dad!], breaking her arms falling 60 feet off a cliff, breaking her neck at the senior prom) to realistically craft her characters, both good and evil.
Davyne grew up traveling the world with her diplomat parents, and has lived in Germany, Bolivia, Somalia, Afghanistan, Japan, and Korea. After several academic (including computer programming and fine art photography!) and career choices, she finally settled into the law and was an attorney for over twenty years, although writing has always been her first true love.
The list of things she loves is long and includes her family (she survived having five teenagers at one time!), Christmas, cooking, laughing, being an introvert (despite her propensity to arm-waving when excited about a topic), intriguing mouths, sneezing and – of course – reading. Her list of dislikes is relatively small: bigots, hypocrites and mean people. Oh, and lima beans.
She lives with her husband in their Colorado home and in Mexico.
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Phantom Rising Series:
#1 - For Love of the Phantom
#2 - Skeletons in the Closet
#3 – Phantom Rising
Love Whispers Through the Veil
Carapace
Soap Bubble Dreams and Other Distortions
Davyne’s writing focuses on strong characterization, a sense of adventure, and emotional impact, reflecting her own passionate view on life. She draws from positive experiences in her life (going on safari, being in a television commercial, becoming a lifeguard) and more painful ones (being kidnapped as a child at knife-point [promptly rescued by Dad!], breaking her arms falling 60 feet off a cliff, breaking her neck at the senior prom) to realistically craft her characters, both good and evil.
Davyne grew up traveling the world with her diplomat parents, and has lived in Germany, Bolivia, Somalia, Afghanistan, Japan, and Korea. After several academic (including computer programming and fine art photography!) and career choices, she finally settled into the law and was an attorney for over twenty years, although writing has always been her first true love.
The list of things she loves is long and includes her family (she survived having five teenagers at one time!), Christmas, cooking, laughing, being an introvert (despite her propensity to arm-waving when excited about a topic), intriguing mouths, sneezing and – of course – reading. Her list of dislikes is relatively small: bigots, hypocrites and mean people. Oh, and lima beans.
She lives with her husband in their Colorado home and in Mexico.
Want to know more?
Interview With Author Davyne DeSye
Authors Talk: A Discussion with Davyne DeSye
Stay connected with Davyne by signing up for her email list. You'll receive a FREE short story just for signing up as well as exclusive updates on giveaways, new releases, cover reveals, sneak peeks, etc. HERE.
Visit Davyne at:
Her Webpage
BookBub
YouTube
Watch her book trailers:
Phantom Rising Series:
#1 - For Love of the Phantom
#2 - Skeletons in the Closet
#3 – Phantom Rising
Love Whispers Through the Veil
Carapace
Soap Bubble Dreams and Other Distortions
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November 9, 2025
The classic story, but this time as seen Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost
Step behind the curtain, strip away the costumes and makeup, and experience a story you thought you knew in a glorious new way.
Phantom of the Opera has long been a favorite of mine: the Broadway version, the original Leroux classic, and Ms DeSye’s own Phantom Rising trilogy. It's been years since I read DeSye’s prior Phantom-themed books (9 of them to be exact)... but within moments of starting this book I was back, held in the Paris Opera House's intoxicating embrace.
As the book's title suggests, the tale is told exclusively from the perspective of Erik. From his shadowy secret passageways to his clandestine 'service' toward those less appreciated workers toiling behind the scenes of the Opera House, we see a different side of the Opera Ghost. Shocking events, like the brutal death of Joseph Buquet or the dazzling fall of the grand chandelier, are given new and alternate motivations in ways that feel true and organic. They turn a story we thought we knew into a new experience full of surprises, heartbreak, and loss. Living inside Erik's hidden world was eye-opening. His heartbreak is visceral, his need for love and acceptance is a primal driving force and one we, as readers, can easily understand.
As in her earlier Phantom Rising series, Ms DeSye has captured the spirit of the original classic. The dialogue and prose feel true to the original. It was easy to get lost in the atmosphere of the opera, the love, betrayals, and sacrifice. Grab a glass of wine, curl up by the fire, and experience the story of Christine, Raoul, and Erik anew. You won't be disappointed.
Step behind the curtain, strip away the costumes and makeup, and experience a story you thought you knew in a glorious new way.
Phantom of the Opera has long been a favorite of mine: the Broadway version, the original Leroux classic, and Ms DeSye’s own Phantom Rising trilogy. It's been years since I read DeSye’s prior Phantom-themed books (9 of them to be exact)... but within moments of starting this book I was back, held in the Paris Opera House's intoxicating embrace.
As the book's title suggests, the tale is told exclusively from the perspective of Erik. From his shadowy secret passageways to his clandestine 'service' toward those less appreciated workers toiling behind the scenes of the Opera House, we see a different side of the Opera Ghost. Shocking events, like the brutal death of Joseph Buquet or the dazzling fall of the grand chandelier, are given new and alternate motivations in ways that feel true and organic. They turn a story we thought we knew into a new experience full of surprises, heartbreak, and loss. Living inside Erik's hidden world was eye-opening. His heartbreak is visceral, his need for love and acceptance is a primal driving force and one we, as readers, can easily understand.
As in her earlier Phantom Rising series, Ms DeSye has captured the spirit of the original classic. The dialogue and prose feel true to the original. It was easy to get lost in the atmosphere of the opera, the love, betrayals, and sacrifice. Grab a glass of wine, curl up by the fire, and experience the story of Christine, Raoul, and Erik anew. You won't be disappointed.
May 9, 2026
A Hauntingly Beautiful New Perspective
I was intrigued by this book the moment I picked it up, and it quickly drew me in with its unique perspective. Retelling The Phantom of the Opera through the eyes of the Opera Ghost gives the story a fresh emotional depth that feels both intimate and haunting.
What makes this so compelling is how deeply it explores the Phantom as more than just a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows. Seeing his thoughts, pain, and longing firsthand makes him feel heartbreakingly human. His experiences of love, betrayal, rage, and forgiveness are written in a way that makes it easy to sympathize with him, even when his darker impulses emerge.
The writing captures the gothic beauty and tragedy that make this story so timeless. There’s a richness to the emotion that pulls you into the Phantom’s world and makes every triumph and heartbreak feel personal. It balances the angel and monster within him so well, showing how closely those parts of human nature can coexist.
I especially appreciated how the story gives new meaning to moments fans of the original will recognize. It adds layers to the familiar tale without losing what made it powerful in the first place. Instead, it deepens the mystery and emotional complexity behind it.
Overall, this was an absorbing and beautifully written reimagining that completely held my attention. If you’ve ever been fascinated by the Phantom and wondered what truly lay behind the mask, this book is absolutely worth reading.
I was intrigued by this book the moment I picked it up, and it quickly drew me in with its unique perspective. Retelling The Phantom of the Opera through the eyes of the Opera Ghost gives the story a fresh emotional depth that feels both intimate and haunting.
What makes this so compelling is how deeply it explores the Phantom as more than just a mysterious figure lurking in the shadows. Seeing his thoughts, pain, and longing firsthand makes him feel heartbreakingly human. His experiences of love, betrayal, rage, and forgiveness are written in a way that makes it easy to sympathize with him, even when his darker impulses emerge.
The writing captures the gothic beauty and tragedy that make this story so timeless. There’s a richness to the emotion that pulls you into the Phantom’s world and makes every triumph and heartbreak feel personal. It balances the angel and monster within him so well, showing how closely those parts of human nature can coexist.
I especially appreciated how the story gives new meaning to moments fans of the original will recognize. It adds layers to the familiar tale without losing what made it powerful in the first place. Instead, it deepens the mystery and emotional complexity behind it.
Overall, this was an absorbing and beautifully written reimagining that completely held my attention. If you’ve ever been fascinated by the Phantom and wondered what truly lay behind the mask, this book is absolutely worth reading.
November 7, 2025
Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost
Davyne you have done it again you have followed the original book's theme and structure of the Opera Ghost Erik in such a way that you can be proud of this book just like all of your other books about the Phantom of the Opera I can honestly say that I love all of your books and own them all. Keep them coming I can't wait for your next book to come out!!!
Davyne you have done it again you have followed the original book's theme and structure of the Opera Ghost Erik in such a way that you can be proud of this book just like all of your other books about the Phantom of the Opera I can honestly say that I love all of your books and own them all. Keep them coming I can't wait for your next book to come out!!!
January 6, 2026
🌟 A Bold, Emotional Twist on Leroux’s Classic—Loved Every Page!
I absolutely adored Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost! As someone who has been a fan of Gaston Leroux’s original Phantom of the Opera as well as the dramatized theater versions for years, I was thrilled to see how Davyne DeSye reimagined Erik’s world. Leroux’s tone is dark, mysterious, and methodically journalistic—his Phantom feels like an angry, irrational shadow lurking in the corners of the opera house. DeSye flips that perspective beautifully - giving him a voice and transforming him from mythic specter into complex, vulnerable man. She delves into his emotional core: his loneliness, his tortured love for the young and Christine, and his yearning for acceptance — elements only hinted at by Leroux. It’s intimate, emotional, and so human.
What really struck me was how DeSye keeps the grandeur of Leroux’s setting—the opulent Palais Garnier and its eerie underground—but layers it with a romantic, almost tender tone. Instead of fear, you feel empathy. It’s like meeting the Phantom for the first time all over again, but this time you understand him. I was also so impressed with the way she expertly fills many of the gaps left by Leroux’s novel.
I was already a fan of DeSye’s Phantom Rising series that tells Erik’s story before and after becoming the Opera Ghost. This book shares the final piece of Erik’s story and completes his portrait perfectly, and I can't wait to go back and read the other books again.
Highly recommended for Phantom fans who crave more heart and humanity in Erik’s tale!
I absolutely adored Through the Eyes of the Opera Ghost! As someone who has been a fan of Gaston Leroux’s original Phantom of the Opera as well as the dramatized theater versions for years, I was thrilled to see how Davyne DeSye reimagined Erik’s world. Leroux’s tone is dark, mysterious, and methodically journalistic—his Phantom feels like an angry, irrational shadow lurking in the corners of the opera house. DeSye flips that perspective beautifully - giving him a voice and transforming him from mythic specter into complex, vulnerable man. She delves into his emotional core: his loneliness, his tortured love for the young and Christine, and his yearning for acceptance — elements only hinted at by Leroux. It’s intimate, emotional, and so human.
What really struck me was how DeSye keeps the grandeur of Leroux’s setting—the opulent Palais Garnier and its eerie underground—but layers it with a romantic, almost tender tone. Instead of fear, you feel empathy. It’s like meeting the Phantom for the first time all over again, but this time you understand him. I was also so impressed with the way she expertly fills many of the gaps left by Leroux’s novel.
I was already a fan of DeSye’s Phantom Rising series that tells Erik’s story before and after becoming the Opera Ghost. This book shares the final piece of Erik’s story and completes his portrait perfectly, and I can't wait to go back and read the other books again.
Highly recommended for Phantom fans who crave more heart and humanity in Erik’s tale!
June 28, 2026
As a longtime fan of The Phantom of the Opera musical, I was thrilled to discover this retelling from the Phantom's perspective. It offers a fascinating twist by turning the Phantom into the sympathetic figure while portraying Christine as a far more manipulative and deceptive character than fans are accustomed to seeing. She frequently tells the Phantom what he wants to hear, plays on his emotions, and then presents a very different version of events to Raoul. It completely reframes the story in a way that made me stop and think, "What if this is how it really happened?"
My only personal preference would have been to see the Phantom portrayed with a bit more of the commanding, mysterious presence I associate with his character. At times, he seemed more emotionally vulnerable than I expected. That said, it didn't diminish my enjoyment of the story. Overall, this was an imaginative and compelling retelling that gave me a fresh appreciation for a classic story I already loved.
My only personal preference would have been to see the Phantom portrayed with a bit more of the commanding, mysterious presence I associate with his character. At times, he seemed more emotionally vulnerable than I expected. That said, it didn't diminish my enjoyment of the story. Overall, this was an imaginative and compelling retelling that gave me a fresh appreciation for a classic story I already loved.
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