Gaston Leroux Books

With carefully adapted text, new illustrations, language practise activities and additional online resources, the Penguin Readers series introduces language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction. The Phantom of the Opera, a Level 1 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past simple tense and some simple modals, adverbs and gerunds. Illustrations support the text throughout, and many titles at this level are graphic novels. The phantom lives under the opera house in Paris, and he does bad things. He loves Christine, but she saw his face. Now she can never leave him.

Everyone in Paris was talking about the ghost at the Opera who was so mysterious and could not be seen. The managers and the lovers suffered from the Phantom but unable to solve the mystery behind it. You will want to solve the mystery behind the unusual events by passing through the secret corridors and trap-doors in the Opera and find out the reality behind the ghost. Maybe you will love him or hate him when you learn his story.

In this sequel to Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera, the young lovers, Christine and Raoul, leave the Phantom in his lair under the Opera House. After faking his own death to escape the authorities, the Phantom sets out to find Christine again, eventually following her to London. With a detective after the Phantom and Christine endangered when Jack the Ripper begins his killing spree not far from Christine's home, the Phantom must put his life at risk for his love.Will Christine -- desperate for song (which her husband, Raoul, has forbidden in his jealousy) -- finally open her heart to the Phantom as he desires?

One of the defining novels of the entire crime genre, Gaston Leroux's The Mystery of the Yellow Room has inspired readers and writers including Agatha Christie and John Dickson Carr, and is now republished in hardback in the Detective Club series with a brand new introduction.

Joseph Rouletabille, a resourceful reporter and amateur detective, faces a new challenge when Mathilde Stangerson, recently married, reaches out with alarming news about a resurrected threat from their past. This gripping tale weaves mystery and suspense, showcasing Rouletabille's investigative prowess as he navigates danger linked to the elusive criminal Ballmeyer. Celebrated for its intricate plot and engaging characters, the novel stands as a hallmark of early 20th-century detective fiction, drawing comparisons to the works of Sherlock Holmes.

Chéri-Bibi, a hulking figure wrongfully convicted of murder, escapes from Devil's Island by undergoing a drastic transformation: a mad surgeon grafts the face of the dying Marquis du Touchais onto his own. This new identity offers freedom and fortune, but comes with dire consequences. As a creation of Gaston Leroux, renowned for his iconic characters like The Phantom of the Opera, Chéri-Bibi embodies the thrilling blend of adventure and intrigue characteristic of Leroux's work during La Belle Epoque.

The narrative follows young journalist and aspiring detective Joseph Rouletabille as he meticulously reconstructs events by focusing solely on verified facts, discarding irrelevant details. In "The Secret of the Night," he becomes embroiled in a convoluted Russian conspiracy, showcasing his investigative skills and determination to uncover the truth amid a web of intrigue.

Set in the Paris Opera House, the narrative follows Christine Daaé, a talented young singer haunted by the loss of her father. Raised on his promise of a guardian "angel of music," she becomes entangled in a mysterious and passionate relationship with the enigmatic Phantom, who influences her career and life from the shadows. The story explores themes of love, obsession, and the struggle between beauty and monstrosity, creating a haunting atmosphere that captivates readers.

The story centers on Erik, a disfigured genius residing in the Paris Opera House's underground labyrinth, where he channels his passion for music amidst his isolation. His obsession with the beautiful Christine Daaé drives him to secretly train her as a singer. This intense and doomed love leads to a dramatic and tragic conclusion. Blending elements of detective fiction, romance, and horror, Gaston Leroux's novel has captivated readers with its exploration of beauty, obsession, and the darker sides of human emotion since its publication.

Set against a backdrop of atmospheric tension, this gripping tale immerses readers in a world of mystery and intrigue as characters navigate a treacherous route filled with secrets. Renowned for his suspenseful narratives, Gaston Leroux crafts compelling characters, each with hidden pasts and motivations. The story unfolds with unexpected twists, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, while challenging perceptions of reality and illusion. Leroux's masterful prose enhances the psychological depth, making this a captivating exploration of the human experience.