The Mirror

Shay Garrett's life is upended on the eve of her wedding when a look into her grandmother's antique Chinese mirror transports her back to 1900, leaving her inhabiting the body of her young grandmother, Brandy McCabe. In a parallel and equally baffling twist, Brandy herself is propelled into Shay's present-day existence, awakening in Shay's body and discovering she is pregnant. This inexplicable body and time swap sets off a captivating dual-timeline narrative. As Rachael, the woman who connects these two generations, finds herself caught between the shifting realities, both Shay and Brandy must navigate wildly unfamiliar worlds. Shay confronts the stifling societal confines of the early 20th century, fighting for personal agency in an era long before women's liberation. Conversely, Brandy struggles to adapt to the bewildering complexities and freedoms of the modern world. Marlys Millhiser's "The Mirror" is an ingenious time-travel thriller that delves deep into questions of family legacy, identity, and the enduring power of love. It stands as a powerful tribute to the resilience of the female spirit, demonstrating its triumph over formidable challenges across the span of a century, promising a truly surprising and unforgettable journey for its readers.