A review by torilovesheas
The Phantom Of Drury Lane by Kate Bateman

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

Two knuckleheads that are secretly in love with each other argue and banter while solving the mystery all of London's asking: Who's the mysterious phantom of Drury Lane? 
This was so cute! Bateman's writing style really works for me. It's lighthearted with enough drama to keep it from moving too slowly and some really loveable characters that need a bit of a shove to get together. I think secret pining is her niche and she knows how to do it well! 
A super fun novella as Lucy and Will try to solve the mystery of the shadowy figure haunting Will's theater while also being dummies that are both in love and don't know how to tell each other. Fear of rejection, amiright? Plus there's theater sex. Who doesn't love theater sex? Go forth.
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