The Mirror was a fabulous second book in this trilogy. I read through it so quickly that I needed to go back and re-read. The characters are the same as in the first book. The atmosphere can sometimes be light as when they are all sharing a meal and sometimes spooky when the horrible woman starts her antics. I cannot wait to see how the series ends. My only complaint is it's too long to wait. :)

A beautifully atmospheric novel from Nora Roberts, weaving together romance, mystery, and the pull of the past. Fans of her signature blend of suspense and heart will enjoy this haunting, time-bending tale.

This series is everything. We pick up right where we left off with Inheritance. Getting more of Sonya’s life, with her best friend living with her. Their men being around give more of a ramantic feel to this story than the last one, but that’s what I like about Nora’s books.

I’m not a magical realism person, but Nora could write a grocery list and I would read it. I liked getting more of the wives ghosts and learning more about their history.

I always get so lost in Nora’s books. She’s such a fantastic storyteller.

Thank you NerGalley, St. Martin’s Press and Macmillan Audio for my copies of this book.

This is the second book in the Lost Bride trilogy and honestly not much happens. It’s a continuation of book one, but feels like just filler until we get to the conclusion in book 3. More antics from the ghosts and evil Hester Dobbs and more stories of the brides, but overall not much forward movement in the overall story.

Here’s hoping book 3 brings all the excitement and a satisfying conclusion.

Thanks to the publisher for a review copy via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I loved the first one in this series, but the enjoyment didn't continue in this one unfortunately. It's not my typical genre anyway so I definitely think it's just me.

I was curious enough to follow the cliffhanger from the first book but the words that I would use to describe this book would be “fine” and “nice.”

The characters are nice and their relationships were nice but I was unable to further connect to the characters. I found the storyline fine but to not really progress as much as I would have hoped. The pacing dragged and the dialogue was tiring. I will not be reading the third and final book in the series.

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for this ARC.

I was so glad this book picked up right where the last one ended because i hate cliffhangers.
I enjoyed diving deeper into the some backstories, that said, the pacing felt a bit slow, and I wish the plot had moved along a bit quicker. Still, the characters and world kept me hooked, and I had a good time reading it overall.

What a great second book! I read through this book so quick. I have really enjoyed being in this world again.

Loved this book so much Nora always does such an amazing job with writing!
I can't wait for more of her books to be available for me to hopefully review!

3.5 stars rounded up
after reading Inheritance I was so excited for this book. When I received an early arc I dived in right away and found myself bored. The descriptions of making dinner are preparing for the party were yawn inducing. I put the book down and kept meaning to finish it. when I saw the audiobook was available I jumped at the chance to finish this book. while the narrator did a fantastic job. Brittany Presley is one of my favorites. the writing just didn't grab me. this mostly felt like a filler book. the ending did help bump it up half a star. finishing this book felt like quite the accomplishment. I'll definitely be grabbing book 3 but mostly for a conclusion.

This second book of the Trilogy was pretty much the same all throughout. Nothing major happened other than a huge party and pissing off Dobbs. Sonya walked into the mirror and witnessed what happened to the 7 brides.

I'd like to read the last book in this trilogy to see how it ends. I want to know if Sonya will be able to take back all 7 rings and HOW she will do that.

I will more than likely add an EDIT once I read the last book.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Sonya MacTavish inherited a huge Victorian mansion from an uncle she never new existed, in some ways it was a blessing in disguise. It came to her at the perfect time in her life, her engagement had just ended and she needed an escape from her life... and she's found it in the confines of her new home. As well as a few unexpected and unexplained things too...

As I cracked the cover on this one and found myself back in Ms. MacTavish's world I found myself quite excited with the prospect of another adventure between the walls of her Victorian home. When I last left her I was filled with so many unanswered questions, ones I had hoped would be answered between the pages here. I found some of them, but I was certain that she would leave me with more, and she did. I cannot wait for the final book to hit shelves!!

I loved what I found waiting for me between the pages here. In true Nora Roberts fashion she spun a story that captivated, mystified, and left me wanting more! I love her stories, the worlds she creates are unlike any other, they bring adventure, suspense, romance, and a longing for more every time! Highly recommend!

I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.

As with most Nora Roberts I enjoyed the first book in the series, but had no luck with the second. I think it's just too much of the same thing.

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!