A Ballad of Phantoms and Hope: Emotional Paranormal Romance Spin-off to the Fabric of our Souls (Harlow Sanctum Interconnected Series)

wow... this book was so beautifully written. I cried, I laughed, I cried some more. Lanston and Ophelia will always hold a piece of my heart, our helpless romantics. do I don't think my heart will recover. It broke my heart in half and healed it at the same time. The perfect ending for the fabric of our souls make sure to check your trigger warnings, your mental health matters"I want my love to haunt you. Until the stars die-until all the water in the ocean dries and we're all that's left in this cruel, dark world."Thank you KM for letting me be one of your arc readers, I'll be ugly crying and staring at the wall for the rest of the week

A Ballad of Phantoms and Hope" by K.M. Moronova is a captivating tale that delves into themes of purgatory, love, and moving on.The story follows two ghosts on a poignant journey to transition from their perceived purgatory to the afterlife. Despite its dark undertones, the book is brimming with beauty, adventure, and a profound love story between the protagonists.Moronova's writing shines in this narrative, offering readers a compelling exploration of Lanston's journey post-"The Fabric in Our Souls." The emotional depth of the characters and their struggles resonated deeply, bringing both tears and happiness to the reader. The portrayal of mental health issues adds a poignant layer to the story, showing the power of finding solace and joy in each other amidst adversity.The heartbreaking yet beautiful trajectory of Ophelia and Lanston's life is juxtaposed against the serenity and beauty of their afterlife, creating a moving and unforgettable narrative that lingers in the heart long after the final page. "A Ballad of Phantoms and Hope" is not only a tale of love and redemption but also a poignant reflection on resilience and the enduring power of connection.

4.5/5 ⭐️ 2/5 🔥A Ballad of Phantoms and Hope is Lanstons story, who we met in The Fabric of Our Souls. TFoOS is one of my top reads so far this year and Lanston was one of my favorite characters so I had high expectations for this book and it did not disappoint!Lanston and Ophelia’s story was so hearting breakingly beautiful, I think I cried through half the book. I’m not sure I can even put into words the way this book touched my heart and soul in so many ways.I think the characters being ghosts and trying to find their way and get closure really rocked me emotionally.We don’t know what’s on the other side till we get there and to think of spirits wandering aimlessly trying to find peace and still struggling absolutely broke my heart.Lanston stole my heart in TFoOS, he has a tragic past but still the sweetest heart and soul. He deserved the world and so much more and I’m so glad K.M. gave it all to him with Ophelia.The ending truly had me sobbing with the way K.M. tied the two books together and gave us such a beautiful ending.

Review for A Ballad of Phantoms and Hope by @k.m.moronova☆☆☆☆☆♡♡.5This beautiful masterpiece has etched itself on my heart and I will not soon forget Lanston and Ophelias story. It truly is a story of hope, humility, love, acceptance and embracing the darkest parts of ones self. This book gave me everything I never knew I needed. It is just such a dynamic and fresh way of looking at mental illness. Thank you KM for giving me such masterpieces to enjoy and devour 🩶🩶🩶

The fabric in our souls truly destroyed me that I was so ready to cry following Lanstons story in purgatory. The story was very nice but honestly felt so predictable with the outcome, it was very hard to finish this book but after reading it I think it just left that sense of calmness. Not a spicy book if you were looking for that here lol🌶️

🄱🄾🄾🄺 🅁🄴🅅🄸🄴🅆𝓐 𝓑𝓪𝓵𝓵𝓪𝓭 𝓸𝓯 𝓟𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓽𝓸𝓶𝓼 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓗𝓸𝓹𝓮✍🏼: 𝒦.𝑀. 𝑀𝑜𝓇𝑜𝓃𝑜𝓋𝒶 | @k.m.moronovaThe transcendent beauty of A Ballad Of Phantoms And Hope, a mesmerizing spin-off to The Fabric Of Our Souls, has left me utterly captivated. This enchanting tale has captured my heart as my top read of 2024.To fully appreciate this spellbinding story, it’s essential to read The Fabric Of Our Souls first. It lays the groundwork for this hauntingly beautiful continuation.Lanston, a character I’ve come to adore, has captivated me with his poignant journey of healing. As he confronts the traumas of his past, forms new bonds, and discovers love, Lanston’s transformation is nothing short of miraculous. His struggle with mental health and the subsequent catharsis has deeply resonated with me.Ophelia, a phantom of ethereal beauty, has stolen my heart with her love for dance, plants, and solitude. Her journey from darkness to light, as she overcomes her own mental struggles and finds love, is a testament to the power of healing and redemption.The bond between Lanston and Ophelia is a beacon of hope, as they heal and support each other. The book also delves into the healing power of friendships and found family, leaving me emotionally moved and inspired.Prepare to be emotionally invested, as this book will have you reaching for tissues and highlighting countless passages. The writing is nothing short of masterful, with a profound exploration of dark and profound themes that will leave you contemplating long after the final page.A Ballad Of Phantoms And Hope is a timeless tale that will resonate long after its final pages. With its release on June 26th, 2024, I encourage you to immerse yourself in Lanston and Ophelia’s journey to the afterlife. This book will leave an indelible mark on your heart and soul, and you’ll be compelled to join their captivating journey.

My heart needed this. The entire book was such poetry, there were so many times that I had to reread a line because it was just so beautifully written. We get to explore a story based in the “in between” in a way I’ve never read about it before and I really enjoyed a new perspective. I’m so happy that the mmc got his hea, even if it was in death. They both deserved all the happiness that was stolen from them. 2/🌶️

When I tell you that this book had me sobbing, this book had me SOBBING.Real ugly crying took place!!This book isn’t at all what I expected I’m not even joking, I totally had another story made up in my head going into this so I was essentially going in blind cos this is not what I had prepared for.The story was so heartbreakingly beautiful in the best way, Lanston & Ophelia will always have a place in my heart🥺😭Nothing more needs to be said

I’ve always struggled with words, especially in English since it’s not my first language. But this book completely tore my heart out and is absolutely deserving of a five-star review. The last 180 pages had me crying every few chapters—it was utterly heartbreaking. The way K.K. Moronova tells this story is simply beautiful. I never realized I had such a soft spot for books like this.After reading Fabric of Our Souls, I gave myself a year before picking up this one. The story of Lanston is told so beautifully, and the little quotes throughout the book reach deep into my soul. They are just too good. I rarely annotate books, but with this series, I did. I want to keep these books close to my heart and revisit the best quotes over and over again.Please make sure to read all the trigger warnings, especially if you’re going through a tough time. For me, I wasn’t in a great place, but this book healed a part of me in its own, beautiful way.

I can't even begin to put into words what this book did to my heart. It was heavy, dark, and heartbreaking. But it was also hauntingly beautiful. The Fabric Of Our souls haunted me, the only book I've ever read that I cried, ripped my soul out, strangely put it back together.Lanston, what an amazing soul he was. I absolutely adored him. Ophelia the light to his darkness. The butterfly and the Moth.K. M Moronova is an incredibly talented story teller, her words spun into a beautiful masterpiece of a story that gave me the peace I needed after The Fabric of Our Souls.

Firstly, make sure you check the trigger warnings before reading this book.Secondly read Fabric of our Souls before you dive into this one.Thirdly, have tissues at the ready. You'll need them.This book reads quite a bit differently then FOOSs does but it was still so so so good (even if it does make you feel some big feels).You really feel like Langston (and Ophelia) and all the side characters from FOOSs get the ending they all deserved.