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youngthespian42's review against another edition
5.0
This book reminded me so much of The Haunting of Bly Manor. It was an even better version of that show (I haven’t read the book yet). I don’t really go for Generational novels but the two time periods work so well in it. This book doesn’t bring a lot to the gothic horror genre but it delivers it masterfully.
edenlacoy's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I would not recommend due to inappropriate content.
However the book in and of itself was well written and engaging though at times boring.
However the book in and of itself was well written and engaging though at times boring.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dysphoria
Moderate: Death, Confinement, Cursing, Sexual content, Violence, Alcohol, Bullying, Death of parent, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Pregnancy, Suicide, Abandonment, Abortion, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Car accident and Alcohol
wiltingnightshade's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
0.25
duchessofreadin's review against another edition
4.0
Hauntingly beautiful....
When Rachel inherits a home in England, she is not sure what to think. She has often wondered about her family, and the elusive house seems to hold more mysteries than answers. As Rachel travels to England to learn more about her family and past, she is swept into the harsh past and the dangers that the house holds, but there seems to be more lurking than just unanswered questions...
Pros:
What a beautiful story! I sat and read this in one sitting, and could not put it down! Alice, Laura, Rachel - their stories intertwine, and yet there is one piece that everyone seems to overlook! Oh my! A great read! Get this one on your to read list now!
Cons:
There were several unanswered questions. Who was talking to the twins? Why did they act they way they did? These were just a few of the questions that I had over the book - there seemed to be some major drops.
When Rachel inherits a home in England, she is not sure what to think. She has often wondered about her family, and the elusive house seems to hold more mysteries than answers. As Rachel travels to England to learn more about her family and past, she is swept into the harsh past and the dangers that the house holds, but there seems to be more lurking than just unanswered questions...
Pros:
What a beautiful story! I sat and read this in one sitting, and could not put it down! Alice, Laura, Rachel - their stories intertwine, and yet there is one piece that everyone seems to overlook! Oh my! A great read! Get this one on your to read list now!
Cons:
There were several unanswered questions. Who was talking to the twins? Why did they act they way they did? These were just a few of the questions that I had over the book - there seemed to be some major drops.
ime0509's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
sony08's review against another edition
5.0
Fabulous book, proper page turner where the lives of three women from different timelines collide. The book keeps reader guessing throughout all the way until the end with a surprising twist.
jmbibliolater's review against another edition
4.0
Special thanks to Minotaur Books for the advance copy in exchange of an honest review.
The Woman In The Mirror by Rebecca James is one of the creepiest books I have read in a long time. It even beats Soren Sveistrup’s The Chestnut Man. I had zero expectations going into this ghost mystery and came out pleasantly surprised.
Told in two perspectives, The Woman In The Mirror will lead you through quite the mystery. The plot slowly builds piece by piece, twist by twist until you are left with one fantastic ending.
The house itself, Winterbourne, makes this story. It is haunted by an evil witch who took her life to avoid persecution by the man she loved. Therefore, the house focuses on driving the women insane and uses the children to do some of the bidding.
Recommendation: The Woman In The Mirror is heartbreaking and tragic in so many ways. Read it especially if you like spooky, ghost stories.
For more, visit www.jennifermitchellbooks.com
The Woman In The Mirror by Rebecca James is one of the creepiest books I have read in a long time. It even beats Soren Sveistrup’s The Chestnut Man. I had zero expectations going into this ghost mystery and came out pleasantly surprised.
Told in two perspectives, The Woman In The Mirror will lead you through quite the mystery. The plot slowly builds piece by piece, twist by twist until you are left with one fantastic ending.
The house itself, Winterbourne, makes this story. It is haunted by an evil witch who took her life to avoid persecution by the man she loved. Therefore, the house focuses on driving the women insane and uses the children to do some of the bidding.
Recommendation: The Woman In The Mirror is heartbreaking and tragic in so many ways. Read it especially if you like spooky, ghost stories.
For more, visit www.jennifermitchellbooks.com
cathyatratedreads's review against another edition
4.0
a solid 3.5 stars
The Woman in the Mirror is a clean historical fiction book, a gothic tale with touches of the paranormal. It has all the elements that make for a good story in this genre, and I found it satisfying reading.
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/woman-in-the-mirror-clean-book-review-historical-fiction-gothic-paranormal/
The Woman in the Mirror is a clean historical fiction book, a gothic tale with touches of the paranormal. It has all the elements that make for a good story in this genre, and I found it satisfying reading.
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/woman-in-the-mirror-clean-book-review-historical-fiction-gothic-paranormal/
themis_biblos's review against another edition
3.0
This book was recommended to me as being in the same vein as Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca. It is told in two timelines, one of which (set in the 1940s) is indeed somewhat similar to Rebecca. I enjoyed the book well enough and wish I could have seen the painting that is mentioned throughout. It wasn't a masterpiece in any way, but the creepy atmosphere was conveyed well.