Sonya is facing a mirror and it leaves more mystery than I can explain. It again leaves a cliffhanger.

Nora Roberts' The Mirror is the second book in The Lost Bride Trilogy, and it's a gripping story that keeps you interested all the way through. Sonya and her friends are trying to lift a curse in a haunted house, and their journey is exciting and touching. The characters feel real, and the friendships and love stories make the spooky plot even better. The book ends with a cliffhanger, making me excited for the next part. Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the ARC.

I had high hopes going into book two of the Lost Bride Trilogy, but The Mirror really let me down. While the premise—an inherited haunted mansion—had so much potential, the story felt stretched thin. As one reviewer said, it’s like one book dragged out over three, and this one felt like pure filler.

I skipped multiple chapters and didn’t feel like I missed anything significant. The haunting elements were repetitive, and the plot barely moved forward. I expected more depth, tension, or at least progress from book one, but instead, it felt like the story was just spinning its wheels until the final installment.

Disappointing for a series I wanted to love.

3.5-4 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


Sequel to The Inheritance

The setting of Book 1: A young woman inherits a Victorian house on the coast of Maine and quickly discovers she has also inherited a haunted mansion and an evil ghost who cursed it.

The Inheritance was a book that I went into without really knowing what it was about - I just know that I really enjoy Nora Roberts books. I ended up loving it so couldn’t wait for this one!

I really love all of the characters, especially all of their pets! Three dogs: Mookie, Yoda and Jones and one black kitty cat named Pye. All of the characters are really likable and I really love the paranormal activity happening. It’s not graphic or scary, but I’m sure I would have a different viewpoint if I was actually living there! Molly is my favorite ghost in the book. She cleans up after everyone and plays music at random. I like Jack too - the ghost of a young boy who likes to play fetch with the dogs.

I was really hoping for more mystery here. I feel like it too focused on the main characters everyday life: work, planning dinners and parties. Although this one lacked a bit of everything I loved about the first book I’m really looking forward to the next one in the series.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s press for my advanced copy to read and review.

Wow! Just finished the second book in The. Lost Bride series and I CANNOT wait for the third installment. This is just as satisfying as the first book! I am filled with the haunting story of Sonya and her compatriots as they bravely try to break a hundreds year old curse, sometimes it is a little Scooby Doo-ish and that only adds to the charm. It’s scary romance and I’m rooting for a satisfying ending. So happy I got to read this!

Nora Roberts keeps the momentum going in The Mirror, the second book in her Lost Bride Trilogy. Picking up where Inheritance left off, Sonya MacTavish is still adjusting to life in the eerie Maine mansion she unexpectedly inherited—and things are getting even stranger.

The supernatural elements take center stage here, especially with the mysterious mirror that seems to link Sonya to a tragic past. Through haunting visions and ghostly dreams, she witnesses the chilling murder of a bride on her wedding day—a curse that has haunted the Poole family for generations. The blend of gothic vibes, time-slipping mystery, and emotional stakes makes for a compelling read.

Roberts continues to build a strong sense of atmosphere, and the deepening relationships—both romantic and platonic—add warmth to all the spooky goings-on. Some plot points move a little slowly, clearly setting up the trilogy’s finale, but the mix of suspense, heart, and history keeps the pages turning.

A solid second installment with just the right balance of chills and charm. Bring on book three!

The mystery and suspense of this series. I love it and can’t get enough. I can’t air for the next one to come out and see how it all turns out. Love the story, the characters, I just love it all!

Enjoyed the first book in this series and glad I came back for the second. I hope that the third is just as good. I want to know what happens to our characters and how the souls in the house find their happiness.

I was so excited to get the ARC for this book, but whoa....I struggled to finish it.

Very repetitive and just drug on for far too long.

Another Nora Roberts book in another series. It was very suspenseful. I do like the characters but It just seems to far fetched. I know there's one more left and I'll be reading it as I like to finish series that I start. Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy. #TheMirror #NetGalley

The Mirror is the second book in Author Nora Roberts The Lost Bride trilogy. I enjoyed the first book, Inheritance. Sonya inherits an old mansion from an uncle she didn't know she had. The mansion is said to be cursed by an old witch, who now haunts the house, killing a bride every generation on her wedding day and collecting their wedding rings. I've enjoyed both books. They are spooky without being gruesome or demonic. I am eagerly awaiting the third novel in the series.

Book two of The Lost Bride Trilogy brings more answers and stronger connections to her family ghosts, but also more mystery and danger for Sonya MacTavish as she works to build her life in the heavily haunted Poole Manor. 3.75 🌟s

The Mirror picks up right where book one left off and immediately immerses us back into the story. As true to most second books in true-to-form trilogies, not much is resolved in this book. It expands and builds in areas, but continues on with much of the same as book one. Many of Roberts’ trilogies tend to have a definite beginning, middle, and end in that each one could be its own story and some aspect of the plot - a minor point, establishment of a romance, something- is resolved, it just might be more open-ended then the reader would like. This trilogy is different from that style. I did still thoroughly enjoy reading The Mirror as I love Roberts’ writing style- she does a fabulous job of making the story not only about moving the plot and character growth but also just about life as a whole. I love being immersed in not only the characters’ interaction with the plot but also the details of how they are living their lives while everything else is occurring. I do wish this particular novel had some more ‘big’ moments but I still look forward to reading book three and seeing how it is all wrapped up!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC! Nora Roberts is the GOAT for a reason, I love this series so much

This was a great story about a woman inheriting an eerie mansion and going back in time. It held my attention from start to finish and was better than the first. I can’t wait to read the next in the series. Thanks NetGalley and St. Martins Press for the chance to read this book!

This is a second book in the Lost Bride Trilogy. I enjoy this paranormal series . Thank you to the publisher, to Net Galley and to the author. My review opinions are my own.

This is a fun paranormal read that kept this reader turning pages into the night. I loved the main character and her adventures beyond current time.. The author is masterful at engaging the reader with vivid characters . I highly recommend this series for your reading enjoyment for fans of paranormal writing. A fun read that is engaging from beginning to conclusion.

I started this book just minutes after I finished book one of the trilogy. Sonya & her friends continue to learn more about the manor, the mirror, & its ghostly residents.
I appreciate how this well-written story has made me care about these characters, their relationships, their pets, & where they all end up. I’m looking forward to seeing how they puzzle out the method to fight off the evil curse & get the rings. November can’t come soon enough for me!
Thanks to the author & publisher for allowing me to read a copy via NetGalley. I’m sure I’ll read it again before book three releases.

The Mirror was a solid follow-up in the Lost Bride Trilogy, but it didn’t quite match the suspense and charm of The Inheritance. The pacing dragged with too much focus on day-to-day routines, and the main plot with Hester Dobbs felt repetitive. That said, the animals were a delight, and the family history added nice depth. I’ll still continue the series—just hoping for more momentum in the next book.

This is the second one in the series, I received both from netgalley, I want to thank them & the publisher for this opportunity to read these. This second novel had me wanting more for Sasha, had me wanting to go through “The Mirror” and become Sasha. I love Nora Roberts Writing style. it feels like I’m there and every detail is happening to me. In this case I’m in a haunted mansion, with my friend. Just don’t give me the curse that comes with it…

The Mirror by Nora Roberts

Diving into The Mirror, the second book of Nora Roberts’ The Lost Bride Trilogy, felt like stepping into a world where past and present beautifully collide. Roberts once again delivers her trademark blend of romance, suspense, and just the right touch of mystery—this time with an enchanting twist involving a mirror that holds secrets beyond imagination.

What really drew me in was how deeply personal the story feels. The heroine’s journey to uncover the truth about her family’s past is gripping and emotionally charged, and the way Roberts weaves folklore and history into the narrative added layers of magic and intrigue I didn’t expect but absolutely loved. The romance feels authentic, with sparks that ignite gradually, making every moment between the leads feel earned and meaningful.

Nora Roberts’ writing is as warm and immersive as ever, painting vivid settings that pulled me right into the story. I appreciated the balance of tension, emotional depth, and the slow-burning connection between the main characters. It’s a book that kept me turning pages late into the night.

The Mirror is perfect for anyone who loves a romantic story with a hint of mystery and a touch of the supernatural. If you’re a fan of Roberts’ ability to create complex characters and heartfelt love stories, this one won’t disappoint.

Picked right off from The Inheritance. I read it in one sitting--no way was I stopping until I knew more about the seven rings. I cannot WAIT to read the third installment and finally see what happens!