A great sequel to Inheritance, it's still scary with all those great ghosts, but now the story tells us about all the Poole's that are part of the house and the bad witch that haunts them all, and the mirror has a lot to do with how Sonya finds out about them,
I also like that Sonya and Trey and Cleo and Owen are together and are supporting each other with all the weird happenings in the house. I loved that they had a summer party where we get to know everyone's family and towns people and that they are bringing love back to the house and hopefully will get rid of the pest, but I think Sonya is going to need more help than love to get rid of her.
I love Clover and all the songs that she plays and they are perfect for each moment. I love Mookie, Pye, Jones and Yoda they are the fighters Sonya and Cleo need and they are so cute and I love that Jack helps take care of them.
Finally, I'm looking forward to the final story in this trilogy and can't wait to find out how Sonya is going to get rid of the bad witch. And I still read this story before it got dark.

I want to thank St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the advance copy of this book that is spooky and hopeful tale.

4 stars – The Mirror by Nora Roberts is book 2 in the Bride Trilogy and follows The Inheritance. Since I read book 1 a little while ago, it took me a chapter to get back into the storyline. We read more about Sonya and Cleo living in the manor with Trey over most nights. The relationship between Cleo and Owen progresses but keep in mind the story is not a romance. Sonya goes into The Mirror several times throughout the book as we learn more about the seven brides (and their rings) and their interactions with the witch Dobbs. This book does end on a cliffhanger, and I am anxiously looking forward to the conclusion with Book 3. I really enjoyed reading more about the great friendship between Sonya and Cleo, meeting their families, and the creepy witchy character of Dobbs.

A big Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read and review an ARC. I am looking forward to reading the story’s conclusion in Book 3.

I was not prepared for the last paragraph of the book. I screamed and threw my ereader across the couch. And I can NOT wait for book three.

The Mirror picks up exactly where Inheritance ends. I feel like this trilogy will read like one massive book when it's complete. I think this series is one readers will either love or hate. It’s slow moving, filled with details and it can feel like nothing is really happening. I feel like this is much more a character-focused story. You spend hours reading and just hanging out with Sonya and Cleo, their hunky men Trey and Owen and the delightful cast of characters throughout history that you meet. Sonya’s had a rough year, as we learn in book one, and in The Mirror, you get to see her start to regain her mojo after some major life experiences.

The Mirror is truly classic Nora: it’s field with a fabulous cast of strong women, hunky and caring men and really cool locations. There’s quirky animals, a dynamic group of ghosts whom I care way too much about, and a generational curse that needs to be broken. The ghosts are truly full fledged characters in this trilogy even though we never really get a chance to directly talk to them. I devoured this book, but already can’t wait to read it again, stretched out on my couch with a cozy blanket and a steaming cup of tea.

While the plot may feel plodding, the storyline of The Mirror shines in its character development.

I expected a lot more with how much I loved The Inheritance - I kept waiting for something to happen and to get closer to solving everything but nope. The ending just left me staring at the wall and not in a good way, overall it wasn't bad just had higher expectations.

My Thoughts

Following up from first book I am now comfortable with all characters, living or dead, that are the focus for these stories.

For my reading pleasure it was a joy to once again have each chapter build on what was happening in the now as well as what had happened in the past.

Pooles Manor is a beautiful house that is slowly being restored once more into a home as housemates Sonya and Cleo redo room by room with their own personal tastes turning them into useful spaces again.

Death and despair go hand in hand with joy and laughter as this second story plays out and Sonya embraces her heritage as it embraces her right back.

Not only that but by books end with the help of many their first foray into a party to solidify relationships with the people they are now living amongst was a beautifully conceived then executed event I would have loved to attend.

A smooth follow up to first book and I anticipate an even more exciting one when book three picks up where this one left off.

The final battle between darkness and the light is one fans of this trilogy are willing to wait for, I know I am!
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The Mirror by Nora Roberts continues the Lost Bride Trilogy right where the first book, the Inheritance, leaves off. Even though Roberts does a good job of reminding the reader what happened in the previous novel I do think it would be best to read the Inheritance first.

The Mirror continues the story of Sonja and best friend Cleo, as well as the men in their lives as they try to break the curse of the lost bride. I enjoyed the growing romance between Sonja and Trey, as well as the budding relationship between Cleo and Owen, but the focus of the story is the mystery and the friendship between the two women, the two men, and each other, as well as an old fashioned ghost story. Many of the ghosts are lovable, and I find myself wishing I had a ghost like Molly who cleans the house when they are not home and young Jack who plays with the dogs and even lets them out. My favorite ghost is Clover however, and I love how her songs fit what's happening in the story.

I think Roberts always does a great job of writing friendships but this one did feel a bit repetitive at times, like perhaps a it could be a little tighter and lose a few pages? Never the less I have never read a bad Roberts books and I have read EVERY single one over the past many many years, and am looking forward to the conclusion of this trilogy. Thank you to net galley for the e galley in return for an honest review.

The Mirror is a great continuation of the Lost Bride Series. As Sonya and Cleo settle into life in Poole's Bay and at Lost Bride Manor, the hauntings continue. Sonya, Cleo, Trey and Owen all have their turn at discovering more about the history of the Poole family and the Manor as they learn about Hester Dobbs' victims. Will Sonya be able to break the curse and once again bring happiness to Lost Bride Manor.
The characters are quirky, smart and fun to get to know, both those still living and the spirits that live on in the manor. Clover is a particular favorite.The relationships in the book and the story continue to evolve and leave the reader wondering what is next. I do not usually read books with a supernatural element but have thoroughly enjoyed both books and would highly recommend it to all.

I absolutely loved this series. This is the 2nd in the list bride trilogy and it was just as good as the first! All the characters are so lovable and I love the setting as well. The plot continues in The Mirror but it doesn’t end here. Can’t wait for the last one!

The Mirror by Nora Roberrs is the second book in The Lost Bride Trilogy & such a good follow up to the inheritance. I haven’t read many Nora Roberts books since I began reading again & The Mirror reminded me why I love her writing style. Definitely recommend this series & this book!
Thank you NetGalley & St. Martin’s Press for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I just finished reading book two of a trilogy, and I was hoping for more from this book. The characters already knew what to expect from the house and its inhabitants. Although the book is good and I want to know what happens next, I felt that the story should have moved along more. The idea of a house with its own ghost DJ is novel, and the characters are cute and fun, but I need more from the story. I'm hoping that book three will bring a dynamic conclusion to this series. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an e-arc in exchange for an unbiased review.

This story is part of a trilogy and should be read in order as the first book introduces all the characters and the main plot of the manor and the history with the brides. I'll share after reading the first book about Sonya who inherits the manor and learns about a family she didn't know that I was highly looking forward to this second one. I recall getting chills reading the first book with the ghostly interactions and surprises that happened. With that said, I was a little concerned because of all the information in book one such as the story behind 4 of the 7 brides along with Sonya's move professionally to start her own web design co. after an incident with her ex fiance. How much could be relayed in the next book given how much was included in the first one? That book ended on a cliffhanger with Sonya going through a mirror so of course I was looking forward to this next one.

Nora Roberts is great with detail and there's much of it in this second book and at times I felt was too much. This second one has a few events which are the main themes(IMO) and involve returning characters of Cleo, Sonya's best friend; Trey, Sonya's love interest and finally Owen, Sonya's Poole cousin/Trey's friend and one more description that's a possible spoiler so wont' share it. I felt this book spent more time in the present between this group and what was going on in their daily lives. Yes we do delve into the past and a few questions get answered but definitely there's still quite a few that hopefully will get answered in book 3. I feel the first book grabbed me more because of the history/present interactions although I get why limited information would be shared in this second book since a third one is forthcoming. I felt like all the questions I had at the end of the first book are still there so anxiously awaiting the final installment.

I received an advance reader copy of this novel from the publisher, St. Martin’s Press, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

"The Mirror" picks up right where "Inheritance" left off. I can't reveal much about the plot, but I can summarize "Inheritance." Sonja's life unravels when she finds her fiancé with her bridesmaid cousin. She cancels the wedding, deals with job drama, and inherits a haunted mansion, Lost Bride Manor, from an unknown uncle. Amid friendly ghosts, one malevolent spirit wants her gone. The book offers mystery, romance, and strong friendships.

Nora’s portrayal of the everyday is magical, providing rich character development. Sonja, her best friend Cleo, love interest Trey, and newfound cousin Owen form a wonderful inner circle. Cleo, Owen, and Sonja are the perfect team, while the fur babies and ghosts add a special touch.

Nora's prologues set the tone beautifully, and this one was no exception—musical, moody, and whimsical. The ending left me desperate for the next book, a testament to Nora's captivating storytelling. "Inheritance" was one of my favorite books of 2023, ending on a major cliffhanger.

I'm so grateful that I received an ARC of "The Mirror". Thank you NetGalley!

Another hit! This series is so great. I love that it is not the same trilogy formula the author usually uses. The focus on just the 4 MC's is great. I can't wait to see how it all ends.

In this stunning sequel to Inheritance, Nora Roberts returns readers to the story of Sonya MacTavish, the jilted bride who inherited a Victorian mansion on the coast of Maine. This book is full of Gothic detail to delight fans of the series, and readers will feel chills as Sonya comes to terms with the strange noises she hears and realizes they are far more than just her imagination playing tricks on her. The mirror of the title allows Sonya to glide into the past to confront the centuries-old curse that continues to haunt her. The Lost Bride Trilogy combines contemporary romance and suspense with historical mystery, and Roberts finds a winning combination. The final book will likely resolve the threads left hanging, as Sonya continues to confront the supernatural. The writing is full of atmosphere! Fans of romance and ghost stories will devour this series!

Nora Roberts’ The Mirror is the captivating second installment in the Lost Bride Trilogy, following Sonya MacTavish as she uncovers the secrets of the Victorian mansion she inherited on the coast of Maine. As Sonya navigates the supernatural mysteries of the estate, she becomes entangled with an antique mirror that reveals dark family secrets and the haunting past of a bride murdered on her wedding day. Roberts expertly weaves a tale of suspense, romance, and friendship, bringing to life a cast of characters that are both enchanting and relatable. The novel explores themes of love, redemption, and the supernatural, leaving readers eager for the trilogy’s conclusion. Through rich character development and an intriguing plot, The Mirror enchants with its blend of the mundane and the magical, making it a must-read for fans of mystery and romance.

Another great book in The Lost Bride Trilogy by Nora Roberts. This s not a stand alone and the reader needs to read The Inheritance book one in the series first. We are swept right up in the tale of Sonya MacTavish who inherits a mansion off the coast of Maine. She finds out quickly it is haunted and is quickly swept into the search for the seven stolen wedding rings of the Brides that died at the Mansion. Her best friend moves in and together they are terrorized by the witch that originally cursed the house and the brides. Great story with all the elements that any reader is looking for. I. can’t wait for book three in the series. Great story great escapism.

This was SO good! Nora Roberts always writes her characters so well that you feel like you know them. How will I make it until the last book in the trilogy comes out?

This second book in the trilogy was engaging. I appreciate that it picks up where the first one left off from a different perspective. It feels like visiting friends. I do feel the storyline moved a little slower than I expected. At the end of this book, I still don’t know that the characters have any clue on how to approach the task of getting the rings back. I hope it doesn’t mean for a third book that rushes to finish.

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The Mirror (The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 2) : Nora Roberts

Format: eBook (NetGalley)
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
Publication Date: November 18, 2024
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This is the 2nd book in the Lost Bride Trilogy, and it picks up right where The Inheritance left off. It resolves the cliffhanger from Book 1, but leaves many things open to interpretation.

The book follows main characters, Sonya and Cleo after they move into Poole Manor which Sonya inherited in Book 1. We found out in book 1 that the manor is haunted by people that have lived and died in it. One of these people is Hester Dobbs, and her sole purpose is to scare off anyone that plans on making the manor their home. Sonya and Cleo are determined to get rid of her and live happy lives in their new home. They also have the help of Trey Doyle and Owen Poole. They are the love interests of Sonya and Cleo. In this book we learn more about both of them, and get to see the romance blossom.

If you have plans to read this book, then I highly recommend you begin with the Inheritance first. If not, you’ll be totally lost when you start The Mirror.

Nora Roberts does such a great job intertwining the spooky paranormal part of this book with the romance. I also love how descriptive she is in every part of this book. It made me feel like I was right there with the characters. She also makes you love each character more throughout the book. Receiving this ARC was a complete dream! I grew up watching my grandmother read Nora Roberts’ books and now I love them just as much myself. I feel in love with this series in Book 1 and was so excited when I got this advanced copy. It did not disappoint, and I can’t wait for the book to come out so I can buy a copy!

Thank you to Net Galley, St. Martin’s Press, and Nora Roberts for this ARC!

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The Mirror is book 2 in Nora Roberts’ paranormal mystery/romance Lost Bride trilogy which follows Sonya MacTavish, a young woman whose life is upended when (in the span of a few months) she breaks off an engagement with a cheating fiancé, quits her graphic design job, starts her own business, discovers she has a long lost uncle who left her a mansion in Maine (and a lot of money), and moves to the aforementioned mansion (a stipulation of her inheritance) which is both haunted and cursed (a bride in each generation is doomed to die in the manor either on her wedding day or in the year following). As Sonya settles into her new life and becomes more familiar with her newfound family, she becomes determined to break the curse. The Mirror picks up where Inheritance left off—with the discovery of a mirror that allows Sonya to see when/how the curse struck her ancestors and hopefully to give her insight into how to stop it.

There is a lot to like about the world Roberts has created here—a spooky yet charming manor filled mostly with friendly and helpful spirits that make the house almost sentient, charming family (both by birth and found), and a worthy love interest (though I’d argue that the romance is not really the focus here—it’s really a subplot). I will say that while I really enjoyed Inheritance, The Mirror didn’t quite live up to my book 2 expectations. I expected it to move the plot along more than it did- at times it felt a bit repetitive and most of the action/development happened at the very beginning and then at the end. I wonder whether this could have worked as a duology instead. Despite this, I am still invested in the overall storyline and looking forward to seeing how it all ends.

Thanks to Netgalley and St Martin’s Press for the e-ARC; all thoughts and opinions are my own.