The Mirror by Nora Roberts @norarobertsauthor @britpressley @macmillan.audio #TheLostBrideTrilogy

the setup…
In the first book, Sonya MacTavish inherits not only the Victorian mansion in Poole’s Bay, Maine but an entire new family she hadn’t known about. And with the house came lots of ghostly guests that gives her a look into her family’s past, only one of them unwanted and dangerous. She also has her best friend Cleo, her cousin Owen and new love Oliver (Trey) as her new tribe. This story opens right where the last one left off…with Sonya and friends about to enter the mysterious mirror that suddenly appeared in the house.

the heart of the story…
The first book is mandatory reading as there’s a continuing story arc that’s rich and fascinating. There’s a malevolent spirit named Hester Dobbs who is the source of the curse placed on the house and she’s determined to get rid of Sonya and her friends. Those scenes are scary and unsettling but the ones that provide them insights into the past and the family and staff that once called the manor home are insightful and highly captivating, especially as some have distinctive personalities.

the narration…
Brittany Pressley shines here with all of the characters, both real and ghostly, who are given wonderful distinction. But it’s the storytelling that’s at center stage and she is absolutely fabulous.

the bottom line…
The mystery of the curse and how to use the mirror to defeat Hester is certainly one of the most important aspects of the story. But in classic Roberts style, the relationship building is just as strong and compelling. The friendship between Sonya and Cleo, who has also moved into the house, is lovely to see and how they recreate themselves with new careers and community is inspiring. Their burgeoning romances with Trey and Owen brings everything full circle, making this a rich experience overall. I’m loving everything about this trilogy and can’t wait to see where it goes next.

Book Info

• Release Date: November 19, 2024
• Series: The Lost Bride Trilogy #2
• Narrator: Brittany Pressley
• Audio Length: 13 hours, 48 minutes
• Publisher: Macmillan Audio

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(Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)