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Chanson de l’Ange by Paisley Swan Stewart is an epic retelling of the classic novel, the Phantom of the Opera, by Gaston Leroux. Inspired by the legend of The Opera Ghost in all its incarnations, the author weaves her own captivating tale of mystery, high romance and madness, while remaining faithful to traditional story elements. Chanson de l’Ange creates bookends to the compelling tale of the Opera Ghost through an imaginative account of Christine Daae’s childhood companionship with the Angel of Music; while the final gripping chapters unveil her years beyond the opera house.
Chanson de l’Ange Book One: The Bleeding Rose
Book One opens with the tragic death of 10 year old Christine Daae’s father; ushering in dramatic changes when she is left in the care of Madame Louise Giry, ballet mistress at the Paris Opera House. Christine makes her new home in the opera’s conservatory, where she encounters a bohemian world of singers and dancers, and where she is visited by the unseen Angel of Music. A bond of obsession and music is forged as Christine’s dark Angel methodically makes himself known. Through the illusory mirror of her dreams and desires, Christine will discover that not all angels have wings and not all devils are what they seem.
Chanson de l’Ange Book Two: The Angel’s Song
Book Two continues the Phantom’s haunting odyssey into the very essence of love, madness and redemption. As Christine takes center stage in the Joan of Arc opera, events swirl out of control with dire consequences. The Angel of Music steps out from the shadows, and mirrors become the portal into both heaven and hell. Now a young woman, Christine is forced to make choices that will dramatically alter the lives of those she loves. She must brave a future where all are thrust into an emotional and operatic crescendo that will leave readers breathless.
Chanson de l’Ange spans a fifty year journey fraught with music, high romance and madness.
Book Two to be release in late 2010
Rating: Chanson de l’Ange deals frankly with the adult themes of sexuality and mental illness. There is mild profanity and some violence. Suggested for adults and for teens 16 and up.
Continue reading for free 7 page excerpt:
Swanie,
This is very good. I intend to purchase the book when it becomes available. I do belive I will enjoy reading it very much. Good Luck with your sales.
God Bless, Wendy
Hi Wendy! Thanks so much for stopping by! I just now realized that I need to replace this text with the final edited version of these excerpts! Something I will do when I get the time. Glad you enjoyed the previews and be sure and check back for update about the release!
Swannie
Congratulations on your story! After reading these snippets, I am very intrigued. I hope all goes well once your book is out. I am in the process of writing a “Phantom” sequel of my own, and have hopes of getting it published someday. I am always glad to meet a fellow fan of the “Phantom of the Opera” story, and wish you the best of luck in your endeavors.
Hi Emily! Welcome to my site and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Best of luck on your own Phantom sequel! I think with ALW’s Love Never Dies Phantom sequel, interest in the Phantom story has only grown…so hopefully there will be plenty of readers for the newer sequels and POTO versions coming out! Take care, Swannie
I will say your book caught my attention and almost overlooked it. But I went back looked at it again and read what is was about, now want to buy it and read it. Phantom is my favortie movie, and newest obsession haha! I intend to read your books! Are sort of like the movie??? Your website is also amazing!!!! I just hope that Chrisitne choses Phantom/Erik!!!
Hi Ariel,
My book does key off the movie somewhat, but it is also its own unique story with influences from the original novel by Gaston Leroux, the stage play, and other versions of POTO. I think you will like it… a lot!
Swannie
Ohh goodie!!! I just got done with phantom stories myself, one was set after where the 2004 film very good book. The other was a modern tale loved it!!! I read the Gaston Leroux one it was very confusing, LOL! I’m sure I will like it. I was sort of looking for a new Phantom story and your book caught my attention.