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This was my first Nora Roberts book and I really am liking this series. I received the first two books as I've answered your copies and I'm liking the romance ghost story. I'm looking forward to the third book and to check out more by her.

You know that feeling when the past won’t stay buried? When you’re just trying to move forward, live your life, maybe unpack a few literal or emotional boxes… and BAM—something (or someone) from another century is like, “Hey, I’m not done with you yet”? Yeah. That’s The Mirror.

Sonya’s back, and let me just say—I love a woman who doesn’t crumble under pressure, even when the pressure includes haunted hallways, tangled family legacies, and a relationship that’s both comforting and complicated. She’s facing more than ghosts here. She’s facing herself. And honestly? Haven’t we all had a moment where the scariest thing wasn’t the bump in the night, but the truth in the mirror?

Nora Roberts does what she does best in this one: wraps us in the warmth of found family, tosses in a slow-burning romance that feels like a hug in book form, and still manages to keep us on edge with gothic mystery and eerie moments. It’s like curling up with a warm blanket—except the blanket occasionally whispers your name.

The Mirror isn’t just about spirits that won’t move on—it’s about women who do. Who grow. Who learn. Who fight for peace, for love, and for themselves.

If you like your stories with emotional depth, ghostly drama, witty banter, and a dash of old-house-trying-to-kill-you, this book is your next must-read.

<u>The Mirror</u> is the second book in Nora Roberts' Lost Bride Trilogy. The idea of these books is good - woman inherits a haunted mansion in Maine from an uncle she did not know existed until after he died - but truthfully, book two is more like a continuation of book 1 in that nothing really happens in this book that I can see is bringing Sonya closer to finding the stolen rings from the 7 brides who died because of Hester Dobbs, whose evil presence inhabits the Gold Room on the 3rd floor of the manor. Sure, I still want to read book 3 to find out what is going to happen. but sofar, it looks to me like these two books could easily have been edited into one novel. For the audiobook, the narrator is perfect in that her voices seem to perfectly fit each character.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

Mirror is the second book in The Lost Bride trilogy. This has some of the same pitfalls of a middle book in a trilogy, where it’s more of a setup for the final book and it’s left off feeling unfinished. It didn’t move the story much further, but it was still a fun time. I still enjoyed the story overall. The characters had a good amount of depth, and the dialogue was realistic. I was lucky enough to be able to listen and read this at the same time, which is my favorite way to consume a book. The audiobook is very well done, and the narrator fits the part perfectly. The story overall was great and I’m looking forward to completing the trilogy. I highly recommend this book.

Thank you, NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for allowing me to read this book. I am writing this review based on my own opinion.

The prolific author, Nora Roberts, has crafted another exciting trilogy that pulls you in and doesn't let go. This is the second book and while it could be read as a stand alone, there's so much in the first book that you'll enjoy this one so much more if you've read the first one.

After Boston born and bred Sonja McTavish discovered her fiancé and her cousin in bed together, Sonja's changed her life both personally and professionally. Inheriting a huge manor house in Poole's Bay, ME, where Sonja also discovered there are ghosts and a resident evil witch spirit, Sonja and her best friend, Cleo's efforts to both make the manor both home and evil free continue.

I love that this series combines strong female characters, supportive men, a large and interesting group of both living and ghostly participants. Like the first in this trilogy, I read this book straight through. I enjoyed it so much that I've advance ordered the third in the series (Fall 2025 publication).

In The Mirror, Nora Roberts blends spooky with swoony in a way only she can. This book has everything: haunted mirrors, meddling spirits, and time slips.

The time-travel elements are wild in the best way—just when you think you've got it figured out, a Victorian ghost with an attitude pops in to shake things up. The spirits are sassy, the plot twists keep you guessing, and Roberts somehow makes ghostly encounters both hilarious and heartfelt.

If you're in the mood for a supernatural rollercoaster with wit, romance, and a few spectral surprises, The Mirror is your portal. Just… maybe don’t look too long into any antique mirrors afterward. You’ve been warned.

Many thanks to Netgalley and St Martin Press for supporting Nora Roberts so she can keep thrilling reasers with her words.

I was given this second book in a trilogy to read and review. I love books by Nora Roberts and was excited to read it. I had just finished the first book of this trilogy and couldn't wait to read book two. There is no time lapse in the the story and it continues on like it is just the next chapter of the first book. I eagerly await book three so I can find out the ending of this story. I find you are given the beginnings of each character at a pace that is a little slow for what I wanted.

I rated this a 4, buts it’s more like a rounded up 3.5. I enjoyed spending time with all the characters but it didn’t seem like much happened to progress the story. I recommend reading these in order and I’m looking forward to the conclusion in Nov 2025.

Second book in the trilogy..
Takes up where the first book left off.
Sonya is trying to decipher the secrets and haunting of the house.
Her best friend Cleo, her cousin Owen, and her boyfriend are supporting her quest.
Somewhat wordy and repetitive, there is still no solution in sight to freeing the ghost or the house.
Good character development.

I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.

This is the second book of a three book set. I was up till 6 am yesterday reading this book, which ends on a cliffhanger that had me scrambling looking for the third book. Horrors, it doesn’t come out till November.

The mansion that was inherited came with a whole set of characters, in which many mysterious things happen. Strange noises, things that suddenly appear, romance, lost loves, a secret that needs to be solved, and a mirror that materializes as a portal. A mystery to be solved so peace is restored and lost loves can be reunited.

It’s going to be a long time till November and I can’t wait to see how things work out.

This book pulls you in from the very first page, and the characters quickly feel like friends—ones you'd gladly join to help defeat the evil at hand.

I am a Nora Roberts super fan!! If she writes it, I will read it. The Mirror was a five star read for me. I can’t wait for the next one.

Nora Roberts can do no wrong as far as I am concerned. This is book 2 in the Lost Brides Trilogy. I love romantic suspense so I was excited to start this book and was very pleasantly surprised at the at the paranormal element.

I am very excited for the last book!

Since it has been two years since I read The Inheritance, I appreciate that Ms Roberts wove reminders into the first few chapters, to reacquaint the reader with the characters. And the characters that she created are wonderful, for the most part people you would like to be friends with. Even most of the ghosts. Sonya and her BFF Cleo have settled into the rhythm of the manor, and have met many of the ghosts, many who are related to Sonya or worked at the manor in years gone by. But the evil insane witch Hester Dobbs still taunts them all. Somehow Sonya, Cleo, Sonya's boyfriend Trey and her favorite cousin Owen must find the rings so they can banish Dobbs forever and free the friendly ghosts. Where are they hidden? Since the ghosts have no clue either, my guess is in the Gold Room.

As always, the author inserts helpful information into the narrative. Like the reminder to add Epson salts to the soil for tomatoes. I also like that the love scenes are not explicit play to play erotica, but a softer sensual touch. Like all the author's trilogies, I imagine once they are all published, I will read them again back to back. I was lucky to be gifted with an advances reader's copy from the publisher via NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased, voluntary and honest review.

The Mirror is the second novel in the Lost Brides Trilogy and continues to set the stage for the final confrontation between Sonya McTavish and a centuries old ghostly murderer. Sonya walks into a mirror and witnesses each Poole bride's death at the hands of Hester Dobbs, dead and deadlya psychopathic witch. With characters both alive and ghostly spirits, The Mirror will have one eagerly awaiting the riveting climax in the third and final book The Seven Rings.
A 5-star novel by Nora Roberts.

A Captivating Journey Through Time and Mystery! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Nora Roberts has done it again! The Mirror, the second installment in the Lost Bride Trilogy, is a mesmerizing blend of romance, suspense, and the supernatural that kept me utterly spellbound from beginning to end. Roberts masterfully weaves a haunting atmosphere around the inherited Victorian mansion, making the unexplained occurrences feel both eerie and intriguing.

Sonya MacTavish is a compelling protagonist, strong and independent yet vulnerable as she grapples with the strange happenings in her new home. The introduction of the antique mirror as a portal to the past is a brilliant plot device, allowing for a thrilling exploration of a centuries-old curse and a tragic, recurring murder.

The vivid descriptions of the past and the unfolding mystery of the murdered bride are captivating. Roberts expertly builds suspense, dropping tantalizing clues that kept me guessing at every turn. The romantic elements, which are a hallmark of her work, are seamlessly integrated into the narrative, adding another layer of emotional depth.

The Mirror is a page-turner that will grip you with its intriguing premise, well-developed characters, and Roberts' signature storytelling prowess. If you enjoyed the first book in the trilogy, or if you're a fan of romantic suspense with a touch of the paranormal, this is an absolute must-read! I'm already eagerly anticipating the conclusion of the Lost Bride Trilogy!

I’m a true lover of Nora Roberts' books—especially when she leans into the paranormal—and Book 2 of the Lost Bride Trilogy does not disappoint! A portal to the past, a chilling murder, and dark family secrets come together to tell a haunting tale that kept me turning pages late into the night. Roberts weaves romance and suspense effortlessly, and the supernatural elements only heighten the emotional stakes. What a wonderful trilogy!

Nora Roberts can be depended on for many things. Annual releases, a trilogy that encompasses a romantic relationship, great friendships, and an animal companion. Recently, a more paranormal/fantastical facet that brings some originality to the story.
Unfortunately, perhaps due to being the middle book of a series, this book just didn't hold me captive. I'm hoping to find the final book in the trilogy to be engaging - and give the Poole Brides the ending they deserve. Thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Book two in The Lost Bride Trilogy continues the story of an inherited haunted mansion with a mirror into the past, with more details emerging of the tragic past brides and the curse that needs to be broken. Characters, plot, and setting are riveting, and I eagerly anticipate the conclusion!

Being back at the mansion with Sonya MacTavish, her best friend, their beaux, and the mansion's many, many ghosts is a treat. At the end of The Lost Bride, Sonya travels to the past with her cousin and sees the murder of the bride on her wedding day. Something that will repeat itself many times over as Sonya uncovers portraits of dead brides, their stories, and the culprit. Intent on breaking the centuries-old curse, Sonya will stop at nothing to ensure that the mansion remains hers and that every cursed bride gets to rest in peace, not in terror, as her evil resident intends. It is a crazy roller coaster ride with hilarious ghosts, a scary murderer, and a kickass heroine that I can't wait to see again on the final installment of the Trilogy.