In which Élise schemes and Raoul charms. Catch up with Fantôme from the beginning Suddenly, Raoul was at his most charming. His beatific happiness was evident from his face and carried into his manner, and all the ladies of his sister-in-law's circle dissolved into fits of giggles at his charm. Previously handsome but stoic, considered... Continue Reading →
Jump A Little Lighter: Chapter 8
An American Story.
Reading Recommendations based on Why You Liked 50 Shades
Brought to you by my PhD chapter on 50 Shades being heavily underway (dare I say almost complete?) 50 Shades of Grey is a peculiar artefact in that it is astoundingly popular and also near immediately forgotten. Similar to James Cameron's movie Avatar, this book shows considerable understanding of genre and audience in a way... Continue Reading →
Fantôme – Chapter 11, Part 1
In which the lovers admit to each other the depth of their feelings. Catch up with Fantôme from the beginning It was the very next day that a ragamuffin child came calling for Viscomte Raoul de Chagny saying he was from the Opera. Shooed away from the front he tried the back, and was given... Continue Reading →
Fantôme – Chapter 10, Part 2
In which the lovers make war.
Fantôme – Chapter 10, Part 1
In which Raoul experiences the pangs of depression.
Jump A Little Lighter: Chapter 7
An American Story.
Jump A Little Lighter: Chapter 6
An American Story.
The Books I’m Reading in 2026
10 books on my TBR
Fantôme – Chapter 9, Part 9
In which Raoul gets half an answer from Christine, at most.
