Working for vampires is not an easy job.Especially when they insist on signing contracts with your blood.
Alba was never one to disobey, but being bitten by her boss was not on her to-do list.
Stray witch Alba is about to defy a vampire queen’s rules in order to undertake a journey to Italy in search of her witch ancestors, while Clarence seems to be having some mysterious vampire trouble he … ancestors, while Clarence seems to be having some mysterious vampire trouble he won’t share with anyone…
Alba’s quest might open a well-hidden Pandora’s box which can put at risk the lives of those she loves the most… but might also teach her about magic, love, and the many things you can do with a mirror.
Embark into a magical trip to Lake Como, find out more about Clarence’s past in Victorian London, meet a coven of Italian witches, and spend a magical night with a ghost (or two).
This captivating novel is the sequel to Stray Witch, the second book in The Vampires of Emberbury magical realism series. This is a Paranormal Vampire Romance / Paranormal Women’s Fiction with an adult female protagonist.
Early Praise for Witch’s Mirror:
“LOVED IT!!!!!! It was compelling and the pace was great: there was not a moment that my mind switched off! The flow is great, and it all connects beautifully. What an amazing second book to Stray Witch!” C. T.
“I just finished!! Wow! It’s been such a pleasure to read this story. I’m so sad it’s over, actually. And now I want to cry, because no more Alba and Clarence story tonight. Maybe I’ll read it again.” K. H.
Other titles in this series:
- Stray Witch (Book 1)
- Witch’s Mirror (Book 2)
- Witches Masquerade (Book 3)
Standalone novellas in this series:
- The Vampire’s Assistant (Julia and Francesca’s story: A Prequel Novella)
- A Winter’s Cobalt Kiss (A Vampire Christmas Novelette in the World of Stray Witch)
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*** 4.5 Stars ***
Witch’s Mirror (The Vampires of Emberbury #2) by Eva Alton is a paranormal women’s fiction novel told in first person dual POV. This book picks up where the previous one ended and continues Alba’s story.
Alba is still working for The Cloister as a vampire assistant, but she’s feeling neglected. Clarence has been away a lot for work, leaving her in a state of relationship limbo, uncertain of where things stand between them. They haven’t had time to talk and define their relationship – if they even have one. When Alba receives a message from Julia, the previous vampire assistant, she heads to Italy on an adventure. During her time there, she encounters an unwanted suitor, a vampire hunter, and an ancient coven of witches. But what are their intentions? Is Alba in danger? Read the book to find out.
I enjoyed Witch’s Mirror; it’s a great sequel to Stray Witch. It took a bit longer for me to completely immerse myself in the story, but once I did, I liked it just as much as the first. This book is darker and contains a lot more action. Alba’s time in Italy is full of mystery, magic, and suspenseful twists and turns. I’m looking forward to reading what happens next in Witches Masquerade.
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
“Witch’s Mirror” is the second book in the “Vampires of the Emberbury” series by Eva Alton. I enjoyed the first book “Stray Witch” so much that I went on reading the second one right away. And after reading the second, I dived right into the third.
“Witch’s Mirror” has a darker edge to it. Alba, the witch who still doesn’t know what to do with her abilities and if she is able to get them under control, finds herself in the epicentre of centuries-long feuds between different paranormal creatures. And those are no joking battles.
There is a lot of action in the book with twists and turns I didn’t see coming. Vampires and witches act just like one would expect from them – being creatures of the darkness and all. So, be prepared for some serious blood-shedding and sinister torture chambers hidden in the labyrinths of the romantic channels of beautiful Venice.
My special thanks to the author go for… Carlo. I won’t spoil the pleasure for you, but the guy is a treasure. Every book needs a side character like him.
Set against the backdrop of the charming landscape of Italy, the book transports readers into the world of powerful magic, spells, and incantations, with vampires managing the international businesses and vampire hunters, whose influence and wealth match those of their enemies.
Witch’s Mirror is the sequel to Stray Witch, and although I loved Stray Witch, Alton has excelled herself with this book. I adore Alba, the incompetent stray witch, and love Clarence, the debonair vampire. The setting of Italy is beautifully written, and the intrigue, magic and suspense are compelling. It’s a definite page-turner! I am invested in the budding romance between the flawed Alba and the equally flawed, two-hundred-year-old vampire, Clarence. I adore Alton’s writing style. She’s clever, witty and alluring in her portrayal of characters and places.
If you read paranormal romance, this is the book for you. I’m so excited about book 3 Witches Masquerade. Alton is a magical weaver of words, and if you’ve not read her books, you should!
I’ve been tired all day today, and this book is entirely to blame. Had it not been so ridiculously engaging, I may have actually gotten a reasonable night’s sleep. But nooooo. It was all exciting and witty, and don’t even get me started on the spicy vampire kisses or the barely restrained emotions that were bound to explode in a burst of fiery heat at any blessed moment. I mean, come on. And the twists & turns? Even better than the first, which I thought was impossible, but here we are. Sleep deprived, yes, but oh so satisfied.
Thank you, Eva Alton, for continuing to work magic with your words.