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Phantom Poetry
From award-winning author Kayla Lowe comes a collection of poems inspired by the classic tale of The Phantom of the Opera . Originally published by Gaston Leroux in 1909 and then later transformed into the Broadway award-winning musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, the tragic story of the disfigured musical genius who lived in the bowels of the Palais Garnier has captivated audiences for more than a century. Never before has anyone published a book of poetry pertaining exclusively to the love triangle that existed between the Phantom, his ingenue (Christine Daae), and her vicomte (Raoul de Chagny). This poetry collection consists of three chapbooks that explore these characters from a poetic standpoint. Divided into three parts, the collection features more than 100 poems that take readers on a dramatic journey to the past and into the infamous Phantom’s lair where passion, obsession, music, love, and artifice reign.
192 pages, Paperback
Published January 12, 2018
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Kayla Lowe
89 books108 followersAward-winning author Kayla Lowe writes women's fiction that explores complex themes with sensitivity and depth. Kayla’s books delve into the intricacies of relationships, self-discovery, and resilience. From cozy love stories interspersed with a bit of faith to heartwarming tales of friendship and suspenseful novels of empowerment and heartbreak, her books illustrate the struggles specific to women.
When she’s not churning out her next novel, you can find her with her feet in the sand and a book in her hand or curled up on the couch with her dogs.
Go to www.authorkaylalowe.com for a free book!
When she’s not churning out her next novel, you can find her with her feet in the sand and a book in her hand or curled up on the couch with her dogs.
Go to www.authorkaylalowe.com for a free book!
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February 2, 2018
To begin with I think this has to be one of the most gorgeous covers I have seen in a while, having said that now let me get to the content.............par excellence. I have never seen a book with Phantom poetry. It took me a bit to be able to put it down to come and review it, I was that into it.
This is truly a little gem to go into any Phans collection. A must have simply for any Phan. The thing here is you don't even have to be a Phan to be able to appreciate this one. It is beautiful.
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{I have been through this 3 times now and its hard deciding which is my fave but if I had to say, it would be "Night Dust"}
This is truly a little gem to go into any Phans collection. A must have simply for any Phan. The thing here is you don't even have to be a Phan to be able to appreciate this one. It is beautiful.
Update From My Blog
{I have been through this 3 times now and its hard deciding which is my fave but if I had to say, it would be "Night Dust"}
February 4, 2018
A classic story reimagined in poetry!
The Phantom of the Opera is a tale more than a century old that has been told in theatre, fiction, film, and now, in a collection of poems that captures multiple perspectives within this literary classic. Using a series of persona poems, Kayla Lowe imagines the emotions and thoughts of each of Phantom’s three main characters by writing from their points of view. The result is a beautiful and often chilling account of the story from a three dimensional perspective. Most successful are the poems that capture the viewpoint of Erik, the Phantom; these works are excellent in their rendering of his personal torment, horrific past, and desire to be loved. Fans of the musical or book will appreciate the additional insight the different poems lend to the story, but Lowe provides sufficient detail and background that the collection can serve as an introduction to Phantom as well and possibly open doors for poetry readers to discover its seminal role in popular culture.
The Phantom of the Opera is a tale more than a century old that has been told in theatre, fiction, film, and now, in a collection of poems that captures multiple perspectives within this literary classic. Using a series of persona poems, Kayla Lowe imagines the emotions and thoughts of each of Phantom’s three main characters by writing from their points of view. The result is a beautiful and often chilling account of the story from a three dimensional perspective. Most successful are the poems that capture the viewpoint of Erik, the Phantom; these works are excellent in their rendering of his personal torment, horrific past, and desire to be loved. Fans of the musical or book will appreciate the additional insight the different poems lend to the story, but Lowe provides sufficient detail and background that the collection can serve as an introduction to Phantom as well and possibly open doors for poetry readers to discover its seminal role in popular culture.
February 2, 2018
Wonderful and a must for phantom fans!
February 21, 2018
-I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
Phantom Poetry, by Kayla Lowe, is a dark book of poetry inspired by The Phantom of the Opera that describes the sorrow, and obsession revolving around the desire, which manifested within a macabre love triangle.
The book is separated into three parts. The first part, Thoughts of Summertime, describes the innocence of two young children, both of whom are infatuated with each other. The second part, Soul Singing, illustrates the growth and maturity those children grew into, alongside the complications they must face as they learn how to live in the real world. The final part, In the Bleak Midwinter, is the culmination of a twisted love that had long since turned into an obsession, as well as the turbulent emotions of a woman caught in the middle. In this collection, Lowe analyzes the feelings driving an infamous love triangle, all of which end in bittersweet tragedy.
I enjoyed The Phantom of the Opera. Like other great classics, the unanswered questions of “What if?” and “What were they thinking?” keep surrounding these characters, as readers endeavor to understand the complexities of what it means to love someone. You have Christine, who feels trapped by her angel of music, all the while anchored by her feelings for Raoul. You have Raoul, who develops an unhealthy obsession for Christine, as well as a fascination with a figure lurking in the shadows. Then you have the Phantom himself, who watches his love from afar desperately endeavoring to hold her attention with his voice and feelings.
The poetry book follows these characters in chronological order, documenting their feelings in a way that seems systematic at first. However, as you go deeper and deeper into the book, you realize there is more to this love triangle. The poems are done in a way that, while may seem simplistic, hides both love and lust within the words. I was thoroughly impressed with Christine’s ‘Angel of Music’, and how Lowe meticulously carries the idea throughout the poem. While I did feel the end was a little unsatisfied, I was nevertheless impressed.
This collection reflects Christine, Raoul, and the Phantom well. While the poems can be repetitive at times, it was nonetheless a good book for those enchanted by love’s shadow, as well as its light. As such, I would give this book a rating of a 4.4 out of 5 stars, and would recommend it to those who are fans of the original work.
Phantom Poetry, by Kayla Lowe, is a dark book of poetry inspired by The Phantom of the Opera that describes the sorrow, and obsession revolving around the desire, which manifested within a macabre love triangle.
The book is separated into three parts. The first part, Thoughts of Summertime, describes the innocence of two young children, both of whom are infatuated with each other. The second part, Soul Singing, illustrates the growth and maturity those children grew into, alongside the complications they must face as they learn how to live in the real world. The final part, In the Bleak Midwinter, is the culmination of a twisted love that had long since turned into an obsession, as well as the turbulent emotions of a woman caught in the middle. In this collection, Lowe analyzes the feelings driving an infamous love triangle, all of which end in bittersweet tragedy.
I enjoyed The Phantom of the Opera. Like other great classics, the unanswered questions of “What if?” and “What were they thinking?” keep surrounding these characters, as readers endeavor to understand the complexities of what it means to love someone. You have Christine, who feels trapped by her angel of music, all the while anchored by her feelings for Raoul. You have Raoul, who develops an unhealthy obsession for Christine, as well as a fascination with a figure lurking in the shadows. Then you have the Phantom himself, who watches his love from afar desperately endeavoring to hold her attention with his voice and feelings.
The poetry book follows these characters in chronological order, documenting their feelings in a way that seems systematic at first. However, as you go deeper and deeper into the book, you realize there is more to this love triangle. The poems are done in a way that, while may seem simplistic, hides both love and lust within the words. I was thoroughly impressed with Christine’s ‘Angel of Music’, and how Lowe meticulously carries the idea throughout the poem. While I did feel the end was a little unsatisfied, I was nevertheless impressed.
This collection reflects Christine, Raoul, and the Phantom well. While the poems can be repetitive at times, it was nonetheless a good book for those enchanted by love’s shadow, as well as its light. As such, I would give this book a rating of a 4.4 out of 5 stars, and would recommend it to those who are fans of the original work.
February 9, 2018
Beautiful poetry from an author who truly understands the characters in "The Phantom of the Opera." She perfectly captures Christine's naivete, Raoul's dashing youthfulness and the angst-filled soul of the tragic Phantom. Even if you aren't a Phantom of the Opera fan, you can appreciate the beautiful way the poems are written. I really liked the way the author changed up the writing style of the poems when she switched character viewpoints. Just magnificent!
August 24, 2021
Not bad
This is a cool idea, and the imagery presented is solid. I can’t say it blew me away, or it was executed in a unique way. But I can say fans of the Phantom of the Opera (myself among them) will enjoy this. The themes of the source material are captured here and presented in a new way. It’s not necessarily what I typically enjoy, but I can see this being a hit to some people.
This is a cool idea, and the imagery presented is solid. I can’t say it blew me away, or it was executed in a unique way. But I can say fans of the Phantom of the Opera (myself among them) will enjoy this. The themes of the source material are captured here and presented in a new way. It’s not necessarily what I typically enjoy, but I can see this being a hit to some people.
February 12, 2018
The author has perfectly captured the characters of The Phantom Of The Opera, and the turbulent sea of their emotions and relationships in this collection. Gorgeously crafted poetry rich in beautiful and often poignant imagery will take you right into the heart of the story. A MUST HAVE for any PHAN!!!
January 11, 2019
Good Book
I am a fan of Phantom and really enjoyed this authors poetry based on the play. The poetry was beautiful, sad, romantic and haunting. If you love poetry or The Phantom it is a must read.
I am a fan of Phantom and really enjoyed this authors poetry based on the play. The poetry was beautiful, sad, romantic and haunting. If you love poetry or The Phantom it is a must read.
February 9, 2018
Lovely poetry about the Phantom of the Opera. Even those who aren't acquainted with the tale can enjoy these poems that range in theme from hope and love to angst and despair.
May 1, 2018
I loved most of these. Honestly, I would have given it 5 stars but thought that some of the poems were a little too close to the ALW songs or Leroux writing, so I had to cut it back to 4. I also wasn't wild about the order of the poems (why end with Raoul?). I was pleasantly surprised that this collection existed and it was better than I expected.
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July 6, 2018“No one should be reduced to feeling as frightened as a hunted animal. Would she forever hold such fear inside?”
After living a very sheltered life, Katrina is thrown into the snow after being assaulted by a family friend. Even though she is a college graduate in search of a job, her father’s wealth has left her wanting for nothing and with no exposure to the harshness of life. Found in the snow by a stranger, she finds herself not wanting to go back home, but wanting time by herself to figure out who she truly is and what she really wants in life.
I was asked by the author to review Maiden’s Blush and her book Phantom Poetry through my blog. I was given free copies in exchange for fair reviews. The plot for Maiden’s Blush sounded interesting and I was curious what the poetry would be like since it is based on The Phantom of the Opera (which I recently saw off-Broadway).
Katrina accepts a job from Jack where she can live in his mansion. Just as she begins to feel comfortable, Jack’s friend Eric comes for an extended visit. A love triangle begins and only Katrina’s heart will give everyone a true answer – if she can get a chance to listen to it.
Maiden’s Blush is a quick, sweet love story with a Christian theme of redemption. The love triangle is a nod to the Phantom of the Opera. The book would be a good beach read, but I found two parts semi-unbelievable. First, no one researches who Katrina is or what her father does. Also, the love triangle happens very fast for someone who was looking for a job.
Phantom Poetry is also a quick read and follows the plot of Phantom of the Opera with rhyming poetry. Fans of Phantom would enjoy it.
After living a very sheltered life, Katrina is thrown into the snow after being assaulted by a family friend. Even though she is a college graduate in search of a job, her father’s wealth has left her wanting for nothing and with no exposure to the harshness of life. Found in the snow by a stranger, she finds herself not wanting to go back home, but wanting time by herself to figure out who she truly is and what she really wants in life.
I was asked by the author to review Maiden’s Blush and her book Phantom Poetry through my blog. I was given free copies in exchange for fair reviews. The plot for Maiden’s Blush sounded interesting and I was curious what the poetry would be like since it is based on The Phantom of the Opera (which I recently saw off-Broadway).
Katrina accepts a job from Jack where she can live in his mansion. Just as she begins to feel comfortable, Jack’s friend Eric comes for an extended visit. A love triangle begins and only Katrina’s heart will give everyone a true answer – if she can get a chance to listen to it.
Maiden’s Blush is a quick, sweet love story with a Christian theme of redemption. The love triangle is a nod to the Phantom of the Opera. The book would be a good beach read, but I found two parts semi-unbelievable. First, no one researches who Katrina is or what her father does. Also, the love triangle happens very fast for someone who was looking for a job.
Phantom Poetry is also a quick read and follows the plot of Phantom of the Opera with rhyming poetry. Fans of Phantom would enjoy it.
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