A reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera, spotlighting Christine Daaé as she rises to fame while torn between love, ambition, and the haunting secrets of the opera house from #1 New York Times bestselling author Erin A. Craig.

This gorgeous hardcover edition of Our Strange Duet features stunning sprayed edges, custom character endpapers, a foil-stamped case, and a ribbon!

She was never just the voice he shaped . . .

A rising soprano with a gift she is only just learning to embrace, Christine Daaé  has moved through the glittering world of the Opera Populaire longing to find her purpose. Instead, she finds herself caught between two men who refuse to let her slip quietly into the chorus. 

One is Raoul, her childhood friend turned devoted admirer, offering her a future filled with warmth, safety, and a love that feels like sunlight. The other is a mysterious masked figure who lurks beneath the Opera House: The Phantom. His brilliance, obsession, and dangerous devotion to nurturing Christine’s talents ignites a dark and complicated passion in her heart. 

As Christine’s star ascends, so does the tension between Raoul and the Phantom. She must decide who she is when the curtain falls—and what she’s willing to risk for the life she wants. 

Set against the sweeping, romantic world of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera, Our Strange Duet allows Christine Daaé to take center stage to tell her own story: fierce, emotional, and unforgettable.

A vibrant celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic multi-award winning musical, exploring its rich history, with letters from its cast, crew, and global fanbase, and featuring exclusive photos and archival materials.

Since its opening night in 1986, Phantom of the Opera has become not only one of the longest-running musicals, but one of the most globally renowned productions of all time. This celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera features exclusive stories from the cast and crew, unearthed archival documents, and brand new never-before-seen photography, with an in-depth look at how the story came to be and the expansive future it holds.

From the Phantom’s labyrinthine underworld to Christine’s lamplit dressing room to the dreamlike grandeur of the Opera House rooftop at twilight, the evocative power of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera has always extended far beyond its theatrical setting.

Starting with the show’s creation (including the writing process, set design, and costume), Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera takes a deep dive of the show’s storied characters; then explores the show’s global fanbase, including popular international tours in over 58 countries and a smash-hit movie in 2004; and celebrates the exciting and innovative ways in which the world of Phantom continues to expand, with a look at what’s to come in the future.

Visually rich and packed with enchanting and fascinating storytelling, this book will delight Phantom fans, both new and old.

Join Christine, Phantom, and other iconic characters in this Little Golden Book retelling of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved musical Phantom of the Opera.

There’s something—or someone—haunting the Opéra Populaire, but the show must go on! Christine Daaé goes from chorus girl to leading lady at the Paris Opera House, where she is mentored by the mysterious Angel of Music, the Phantom of the Opera! The Phantom, driven by his love for music, will stop at nothing to get his way. Can Christine save herself and everyone at the Opera from the masked figure who haunts them? Relive the beloved Broadway show, now in the classic Little Golden Book format—perfect for longtime fans and for introducing young readers to this timeless musical story.

Featuring the iconic gold spine design, Little Golden Books bring together the classics of yesterday, today, and tomorrow—from the biggest names in pop culture to new original stories that are sure to spark imagination and delight in the act of reading.