This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year! I read 𝐈𝐧𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, Book 1, last year, and I loved it, but it ended with a major cliffhanger.

This book picks up right where book one left off. Sonya has inherited a gorgeous manor that has been in her family for ages. The problem is that seven past brides in the family have all been killed for some reason, and their wedding rings were taken by the first bride, who is now a malevolent ghost. Sonya is determined to break this curse of the brides. In this book, more dark family secrets are revealed as Sonya witnesses past events about the brides and their husbands, which she can see through an antique mirror.

This is a fantastic ghost story with plenty of ghosts, eerie events, and a gothic-like manor on the Maine coast.

Sonya and her friendship with Cleo are a favorite part of mine. They are both funny, strong, independent women. Plus, they are incredibly loyal to one another, love good food, and appreciate a fine man. The sweet romance between Sonya and Trey continues to bloom; even Cleo finds some romance herself.

As Sonya sees more events resulting in the deaths of the brides and others in her family lineage, the question remains: How can the curse be broken?

Once again, I’m left waiting, wondering and wanting the next book.

I highly recommend reading these books in order. I also loved having the audiobook from @macmillan.audiobook to pair with my reading. It was a fantastic listening experience.


Thank you @stmartinspress for this gifted advanced readers copy. Thank you @macmillan.audio for the gifted audiobook.

The Mirror
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ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!! Everything about this book that is #2 in the series. Nora does it again! How are we going to be able to wait for book #3?
I couldn't put it down, not for a minute. It was so great. You will cheer the characters & the ghost, well most of the ghost totally on. The animals are so part of the story also that will make you smile. The Rock & Roll Playlist for this book is going to be so good. Hurry, get it & enjoy!!
Thank you NetGalley!!

After being completely enthralled by the first book, I was thrilled to be invited to read an advance copy of the second book of this trilogy.

Nora Roberts is an auto-buy author for me, and I read this one slowly, trying to savor the story; it picks up right where Inheritance left off and kept my attention throughout.

Very enjoyable second title for the trilogy and I’m absolutely looking forward to the final title 🙂

I was fortunate enough to receive an ALC as well and though Brittany Pressley’s narration took a little while for me to get used to her performance certainly adds to the story.

Recommended!



Thank you to St. Martin’s Press, Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for the DRC

The much-anticipated follow up in the Lost Bride Trilogy, The Mirror picks up shortly after the events of Inheritance with Sonya and her friends at the haunted Victorian home in Maine that she has inherited, with the antagonizing spirit of Hester. Visions of am antique mirror come to Sonya until one day, it appears and she’s able to travel through it like the Looking Glass, only to be in the past as a bride is murdered. Sonya is left trying to solve the mystery and break the curse (and Hester’s grip) once and for all.
I felt this moved much slower than its predecessor and didn’t progress the storylines very much, and felt very much like too much filler with the day-to-day of Sonya & Cleo. However, I feel it’s still a haunting romance perfect for this season, without delving into any horror or scary parts. The narrator Brittany Pressley did a great job at bringing all of their stories to life.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

OKAY NORA!! I will need to gather your backlog. This book was an adventure! The world and character-building were executed nicely! I went into this solely on the cover and author. I had never read a book by Nora Roberts but have always heard good things, and I must say the other readers were not wrong.

This Victorian paranormal fantasy romance was atmospheric and gripping. Sonya MacTaviah has inherited a haunted mansion with a mirror that appears randomly and pulls her in and out of time. During her trips, she uncovers the mystery behind the deaths of the brides of her family line and uncovers a curse that has been set upon them by a jilted lover.

The audio version of this work of art was entertaining from the first line Brittany Pressley did an awesome job! I will be reading book one of the Lost Bride Trilogy before the end of the year to prepare for the final installment!

Thank you Netgalley, Macmillan Audio, and Nora Roberts for this ALC. I am leaving this honest review voluntarily and uncoerced.

Posted on Goodreads - 11/5/2024

Nora Roberts has created a story that speaks to the power of friendship, family, and not giving in to grief and fear. This book has a large cast of characters, and I love that each character has their own personality and the main characters respect and include themselves in the lives of the manor ghosts. This is the second book in the trilogy, and I am excited to see where the story leads in the third book. I was given the opportunity to listen to the audio book through NetGalley, and the narrator did an amazing job going between characters and voices. Definitely one of the best audio books I've listened to recently.

As I delved into "The Mirror," the eagerly anticipated sequel in The Lost Bride Trilogy, I found myself instantly transported back to the eerie world I'd left behind a year ago. The seamless continuation of the story made it feel as if no time had passed at all.

I'd almost forgotten the delicious thrill of the haunted house element that permeated this series. The moment I cracked open the book, that familiar sense of unease and excitement washed over me. The promise of unraveling more about the lost brides' mysteries was what initially drew me in, and I wasn't disappointed. I was treated to a rich tapestry of the brides' stories, each one adding depth to the overarching narrative.

While the story had its strengths, I couldn't help but feel that at times, it dragged its feet. Some scenes, like our fearless protagonist's pizza dinners with friends, felt a bit superfluous. Don't get me wrong — I adore our main character. Her courage in the face of living in a haunted mansion is admirable, and I found myself relating to her determination not to give in to fear. However, after 419 pages, I was hoping to see more progress in her quest to break the curse.

One bright spot amidst the ghostly encounters was the growing attraction between Owen and Cleo. Their budding romance added a lovely layer to the story, providing a counterpoint to the main plot's intensity.

I must give a shout-out to Brittany Presley's narration in the audiobook version. Her ability to bring each character to life with distinct voices was nothing short of magical. It added an extra dimension to my experience, enhancing the vivid imagery already present in the writing.

While "The Mirror" didn't quite capture my heart the way the first book did, it still held its own charms. The blend of paranormal elements and romantic subplots kept me engaged, even if the pacing sometimes tested my patience. As the second installment in the trilogy, it's done its job of stoking my curiosity. I find myself wondering how all these ghostly threads will finally come together in the conclusion and I'm eager to see how this haunting tale will ultimately unfold.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press, Macmillan Audio and NetGalley, for the free books for review.

The second volume of Nora Roberts latest trilogy brings us further into the world of the Lost Bride. Sonya and her friends continue exploring the stories of the brides in the haunted house she has inherited from her family. As her relationship with Trey grows into love Sonya becomes increasing vulnerable as the next Lost Bride. Can't wait for the third and final installment.

The Mirror is the second book in the Lost Bride Trilogy. Sonya MacTavish inherited a massive Victorian mansion on the coast of Maine after an uncle, who she never knew existed, dies. She never expected to learn that the house was haunted upon moving in. In the second book of this trilogy series, Sonia dreams of her family’s past and their untimely demises along with some good times. She continues to locate and collect portraits of Poole brides. She begins to feel pulled toward an antique mirror that comes and goes as it pleases. Sonya and her cousin, Owen, are able to walk through the mirror and witness the experiences of their family firsthand. Hester Dobbs is an evil witch who has cursed the Poole family and causes the death of the bride and if that’s not enough, she steals their wedding ring. Sonya must stop this curse and find the lost seven rings, otherwise, this curse will continue, and will she be next?
This story is well-balanced between present time and jumps back into previous Poole history. It is also well-balanced between haunted house and romance. It’s the perfect combination for my reading wants. The descriptions of the characters, their environment, and the experiences is well done and allows the reader to feel immersed in the story with the characters. I really enjoy Clover and Molly’s characters. Who wouldn’t love a 1970’s hippie who communicates to you through songs or a lost bride who cleans up after you and picks out your outfits?
I listened to this book via audiobook. Brittany Pressley was the narrator. Her reading was very clear, and she had good pacing. It was clear to the reader when there were changes in chapters and timelines. Her voices and inflections for each character were well developed and easily identified between characters.
Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to an advance copy of this audiobook and to provide my honest feedback.

I’d like to thank NetGalley and McMillian Audio for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Once again, Roberts writes a book that draws you in.

What I love about The Mirror is the fact we continue the journey first started in Inheritance. We delve further into the past through the mirror to gain glimpses of the past - finally seeing the other brides, their endings, and even the endings of male family members as well. You finally feel up to speed on the history of the family and the home. You also continue to see how Sonya continues to adapt to the home and to the community. We have two budding romances that make you feel that the next book may have a happy ending for both couples living in the same mansion. I appreciated getting to see the mansion opened to the public and the ghosts being able to take part in the moment. A reminder to the main ghost that Sonya and family plan to fight for what is right and to end her negative reign over the family and home. Roberts continues to develop the characters in order for you to fully emotionally invest in them and their journeys, triumphs, failures, lives, and deaths.

The only qualm I have with the book is the pacing. Yes, we are given more information about the past thanks to the mirror; however, there aren’t enough moments, or perhaps not the right moments, to maintain the tension. We lose the threat of the curse considering she’s collected all seven rings and yet when you get to that reveal, you don’t feel the threat she poses anymore. This is especially after most of her threats and scares are minor parlor tricks. The only time you feel slightly unnerved is when Trey continues to watch her plunge to her death every night. Otherwise, we forget that there is a real threat to people’s lives. Although, you have to wonder - is there really a threat and what is it? That the ghosts are forever stuck and no one can live in the house? The book loses the momentum it had, which means book three will have a lot of work to do to pick up where the cliffhanger left off.

Thoroughly enjoyed book 2 in the Lost Bride Trilogy. It picks up right where book 1, The Inheritance, left off. I enjoyed learning more about the Poole family history and continuing with Sonya's story along with her relationship with Trey.

I absolutely love Brittany Pressley's narration! She really one of my favorites and always makes a book even better to listen to!

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review. All opinions are my own.

Publication date: 19 November 2024

Another winner for Nora Roberts.. A lot of the storyline felt repetitive from previous books. I'm not as fond of these characters as I have been with past series characters.

The Mirror audiobook picks up seamlessly from where Nora Roberts' The Inheritance left off, with Sonya and her dashing cousin, Owen, stepping through the mystical mirror together. Because it starts right at this juncture, having read (or listened to) the first book is almost essential. Knowing that The Mirror is the second book in the Lost Bride trilogy also prepares the listener for a cliffhanger ending, leading up to the final showdown in book three.

Narrated by Brittany Pressley, this audiobook shines. Pressley's skill in differentiating the characters brings them vividly to life—her portrayals of Sonya, Cleo, Trey, Owen, and even the ghostly residents of Poole Manor add a layer of richness and depth to the story that truly enhances the listening experience.

While The Mirror takes a slower pace than the first installment, it does so purposefully, delving deeply into the tragic history of the brides and the evolving relationships between Cleo and Owen, Sonya and Trey, and, most importantly, Sonya and Cleo. Rather than a romance, this book leans into its ghost story elements, which feels like a refreshing shift. The tales of the doomed brides are haunting and heartbreaking, yet they carry a glimmer of hope in the enduring power of true love.

Knowing that the third novel will bring about Hester’s downfall has me eagerly anticipating its release. Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the advance copy—listening to this was a true treat!

Trilogies are weird. Specifically the second book. Sometimes it is my favorite (Hunger Games), sometimes it isn't. This one goes into the isn't column. I enjoyed Inheritance far more. This was more a continuation of it (more so than your typical second book in a trilogy). I just don't feel that the story moved forward all that much.

Now, this is Nora Roberts and I love her writing. I very much enjoyed the book. But my expectations were insanely high, so this fell short. That is really a me thing though.

Brittany Pressley does a great job narrating, as she always does.

I received an advance audio copy in exchange for an honest review.

I tried to like this book. It was just very juvenile and not interesting. I love Nora Roberts too but this series didn't do it for me.

I love Nora Roberts and have read just about all of her books but this is the first time that I have read one as an audio book. I really enjoyed the narrator! She did a great job with the voices so I could picture each character as someone different. It was fun to continue this saga about the Lost Brides. The book was a good mix of supernatural occurrences, friendship and love stories, but I was really shocked at the ending. I knew there would be a 3rd book but I thought it was just too much of a hard stop. I actually yelled out loud, "That's it?!" Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a chance to read this book early. I will now have a long wait to see how it ends.

While some questions are answered, it doesn't feel like anything actually got resolved in this book. This may have been the point, as I know there is another book coming, but a lack of resolution left the book without an ending. In my opinion, it will not stand alone well. It didn't end with a cliffhanger....it just ended.

The Mirror is a blend of romance and supernatural mystery, set against the moody backdrop of a Victorian mansion on the coast of Maine. Sonya’s journey through the eerie mirror and into her family’s haunted history was atmospheric and intriguing. Roberts paints a vivid picture of the mansion's secrets and the curse tied to its past brides. However, the plot sometimes felt repetitive, with certain moments dragging. While the story holds suspense and charm, it didn’t quite reach the level of closure I was hoping for.

Thank you Nora Roberts, MacMillan Audio, and Netgalley for the advanced copy!

Fun and enticing first read of Nora roberts weirdly will have to try more of her books not what I expected in a really surprising way love when that happens

it's the perfect Nora cheesiness. Way too descriptive and quite repetitive. I can only read her books by audio.

"The Mirror," The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 2 by Nora Roberts -- audio book, Narrated by Brittany Pressley:
Slipping into the audio book of "The Mirror," book 2 of the Lost Bride Trilogy, was a delight for the senses.

When you sit down to read a Nora Roberts thriller, it's like cozying up with besties and a bottle of fine wine. A decades-long Roberts fan, I find this trilogy a return to her roots, a la the "In the Garden" series.

Each character is engaging, and as real and familiar as the ghosts are surreal and spooky. This sequel continues the story into one woman's journey to discover the family and her history while solving a centuries old mystery to save them all.

After reading Book One, "The Inheritance," a page-turning fervor, this audio book is ideal for those long winter nights when you want to curl up with a craft.