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Mirrors Don't Lie #2
Mirror, Mirror on Her Wall
… The forgotten envelope was like the proverbial can of worms… now that she had opened it, she knew the past would come crawling out, one slimy piece at a time….
Kenzie Reese has spent the past eight years trying to forget her past. Now the Mafia is looking for her father, and think kidnapping Kenzie will bring him out of hiding. Little do they know what a dysfunctional family she comes from! After a miserable and lonely childhood - lived on the run in a dozen towns across the country, using a dozen different names – Kenzie has made a new life for herself that does not include her parents.
A mysterious key and the forgotten envelope, full of coded clues, forces Kenzie to remember the painful puzzle of her past. Each discovery leads to more questions and more changes… and Kenzie hates changes!
Now is definitely not the time to be falling in love, especially with straight-laced Travis Merka. She and the Texas Ranger have nothing in common. The only positive thing to come of this entire fiasco is learning she has a sister. That, alone, makes her journey into the past worth the price of remembering.
At times funny, at times heart breaking, this emotion-packed story is Book 2 in the Mirrors Don’t Lie series.
Kenzie Reese has spent the past eight years trying to forget her past. Now the Mafia is looking for her father, and think kidnapping Kenzie will bring him out of hiding. Little do they know what a dysfunctional family she comes from! After a miserable and lonely childhood - lived on the run in a dozen towns across the country, using a dozen different names – Kenzie has made a new life for herself that does not include her parents.
A mysterious key and the forgotten envelope, full of coded clues, forces Kenzie to remember the painful puzzle of her past. Each discovery leads to more questions and more changes… and Kenzie hates changes!
Now is definitely not the time to be falling in love, especially with straight-laced Travis Merka. She and the Texas Ranger have nothing in common. The only positive thing to come of this entire fiasco is learning she has a sister. That, alone, makes her journey into the past worth the price of remembering.
At times funny, at times heart breaking, this emotion-packed story is Book 2 in the Mirrors Don’t Lie series.
328 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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Becki Willis
44 books541 followersBest-selling indie and hybrid author Becki Willis loves crafting stories with believable characters in believable situations. Many of her stories stem from her own personal experiences. (No worries; she's never actually murdered anyone).
When she’s not plotting danger and adventure for her imaginary friends, Becki enjoys reading, spending time with her family, unraveling a good mystery (real or imagined), dark chocolate, and a good cup of coffee.
A professed history geek, Becki often weaves pieces of the past into her novels. Family is a central theme in her stories and in her life. She and her husband enjoy traveling but believe coming home to their Texas ranch is the best part of any trip.
Becki has won numerous awards—including two Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Awards, InD’Tale’s coveted RONE, and been named Finalist for two Claymore Awards—but feels the real compliments come from her readers. Drop in for an e-visit anytime at beckiwillis.ccp@gmail.com, or www.beckiwillis.com.
When she’s not plotting danger and adventure for her imaginary friends, Becki enjoys reading, spending time with her family, unraveling a good mystery (real or imagined), dark chocolate, and a good cup of coffee.
A professed history geek, Becki often weaves pieces of the past into her novels. Family is a central theme in her stories and in her life. She and her husband enjoy traveling but believe coming home to their Texas ranch is the best part of any trip.
Becki has won numerous awards—including two Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Awards, InD’Tale’s coveted RONE, and been named Finalist for two Claymore Awards—but feels the real compliments come from her readers. Drop in for an e-visit anytime at beckiwillis.ccp@gmail.com, or www.beckiwillis.com.
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September 28, 2014
Another excellent book by Ms Willis! The best one yet!
This was a very touching story that went far beyond a typical mystery or love story. This is as much a story about sisters and personal growth as it is about uncovering secrets of the past and being stalked by the mafia. The characters were delightful and I loved the interaction between Kenzie and Travis and between Kenzie and Makenna. The mystery was good, too. I never saw that end coming!!
This book will make you laugh and will make you cry, and it will definitely leave you wanting more. Hope the next one comes out soon, can't wait to see what happens next!
This was a very touching story that went far beyond a typical mystery or love story. This is as much a story about sisters and personal growth as it is about uncovering secrets of the past and being stalked by the mafia. The characters were delightful and I loved the interaction between Kenzie and Travis and between Kenzie and Makenna. The mystery was good, too. I never saw that end coming!!
This book will make you laugh and will make you cry, and it will definitely leave you wanting more. Hope the next one comes out soon, can't wait to see what happens next!
March 3, 2015
Another great read by Ms. Willis! I soo loved all of these books. Can't wait to read more of her in the future!
August 23, 2018
Mirrors Don't Lie Series is composed of three books concerning twin sisters separate at the age of three. I dislike them both cause of their actions, reactions and stupidity. The story line is full of unrealistic events in order for the story to flow. The dialog sometimes borders on stupid. More thought should have been put into these books because they could have really been great reads. The books do need to be heavily edited. Mafia is uppercase when it refers to the Costra Nostra, otherwise lowercase is OK if it's like the "diaper" mafia wrecking havoc at the child care center. 3*
The Girl from Her Mirror #1 - Well written, but need to be better though through. I've read other books by Ms. Willis and enjoyed them. I was disappointed when she made the character stupid in order to advance the story. I would have found another way for the separation instead of believing a total stranger in a phone call; yep, no face-to-face. She also disregards her instincts about another character. She Googles everyone, but the Ranger after all he's done for and with her?
A few action scenes were awkward, but there's no reason for the author to have experienced what she put her character through, so take with a grain of salt or tolerance. (For example: they're speeding and he wants her to turn left in 100 ft, which by the time he tells her what he wants that exit is long gone.)
There's reasons explained for everything the character didn't do and some got a bit redundant. The flow of the story is continuous and doesn't bog anywhere. Other than a few unrealistic bits (action and dialog), the story is entertaining and the language is clean. I skipped what looked like a sex scene; written sex is so boring but sexual tension is fun. I like the family members and the roommates, all come across as likable. There's no cliffhanger, but the Mafia is still in the picture. 4*
Mirror, Mirror on Her Wall #2 - It's the other sister's turn and she's a terrible person. Not all the secrets were uncovered in book one and this book does well with the clues and investigation, and is fast paced. But too many things weren't realistic and wouldn't occur in reality. The main character is a meadow muffin; self-centered, selfish and irresponsible. She places others, and herself, in danger without a clue or though in her head. She's always so smart and thinks she always right. Of course, she comes out smelling like a rose because the unrealistic events that are written for the story line. In real life, she would have died and the others with her.
Kenzie also can't make up her mind between two men. She's already in love with Travis, yet when she mets pretty boy Craven, she doesn't owe T her loyality or her heart. Say what? She also confuses caring with controlling. He's trying to keep her safe and Ms. Stupidity goes feminist and insulting. SW? Travis the Texas Ranger in love with this twit needs his head examined. Where's his self-esteem when she's treating him like something on the bottom of her shoe after strolling through a pig pen? Texas Rangers are not stupid men and to see him treated as an eejit is an insult to all Rangers. I don't care what body part is thinking when he's around her, he or any self respecting man would not tolerate this behavior. 3*
Light from Her Mirror #3 - I couldn't read any more of this series. The second book just irritated me beyond tolerance. I have read other books by Ms. Willis that I did enjoy and were better written and thought out, so maybe this was an earlier effort before she hit her stride. Because I don't expect improvements, I'll just cheat and give it 3*.
The Girl from Her Mirror #1 - Well written, but need to be better though through. I've read other books by Ms. Willis and enjoyed them. I was disappointed when she made the character stupid in order to advance the story. I would have found another way for the separation instead of believing a total stranger in a phone call; yep, no face-to-face. She also disregards her instincts about another character. She Googles everyone, but the Ranger after all he's done for and with her?
A few action scenes were awkward, but there's no reason for the author to have experienced what she put her character through, so take with a grain of salt or tolerance. (For example: they're speeding and he wants her to turn left in 100 ft, which by the time he tells her what he wants that exit is long gone.)
There's reasons explained for everything the character didn't do and some got a bit redundant. The flow of the story is continuous and doesn't bog anywhere. Other than a few unrealistic bits (action and dialog), the story is entertaining and the language is clean. I skipped what looked like a sex scene; written sex is so boring but sexual tension is fun. I like the family members and the roommates, all come across as likable. There's no cliffhanger, but the Mafia is still in the picture. 4*
Mirror, Mirror on Her Wall #2 - It's the other sister's turn and she's a terrible person. Not all the secrets were uncovered in book one and this book does well with the clues and investigation, and is fast paced. But too many things weren't realistic and wouldn't occur in reality. The main character is a meadow muffin; self-centered, selfish and irresponsible. She places others, and herself, in danger without a clue or though in her head. She's always so smart and thinks she always right. Of course, she comes out smelling like a rose because the unrealistic events that are written for the story line. In real life, she would have died and the others with her.
Kenzie also can't make up her mind between two men. She's already in love with Travis, yet when she mets pretty boy Craven, she doesn't owe T her loyality or her heart. Say what? She also confuses caring with controlling. He's trying to keep her safe and Ms. Stupidity goes feminist and insulting. SW? Travis the Texas Ranger in love with this twit needs his head examined. Where's his self-esteem when she's treating him like something on the bottom of her shoe after strolling through a pig pen? Texas Rangers are not stupid men and to see him treated as an eejit is an insult to all Rangers. I don't care what body part is thinking when he's around her, he or any self respecting man would not tolerate this behavior. 3*
Light from Her Mirror #3 - I couldn't read any more of this series. The second book just irritated me beyond tolerance. I have read other books by Ms. Willis that I did enjoy and were better written and thought out, so maybe this was an earlier effort before she hit her stride. Because I don't expect improvements, I'll just cheat and give it 3*.
June 11, 2018
Mirror, Mirror on her Wall: Mirrors Don’t Lie Mystery Series Book 2 is by Becki Willis. This book continues the mystery surrounding Kenzie Reese and MaKenna Reagan, her newly discovered twin sister.
As Kenzie and MaKenna continue to look for traces of their family and follow the clues their mother left them, Kenzie must also try to figure out her relationship with Travis Merka, a Texas Ranger and a friend of MaKenna’s fiancé Texas Ranger Hardin.
Makenna has a box left by her adopted Mother of the things she has with her when she was abandoned. Since she and Kensie discovered they were sisters, they tried to remember their Mother. She has no memories of any other Mother than her adopted Mother while Kensie’s memories of her Mother are anything but great. As they go through the box, they find a favorite book of theirs with words and letters underlined with a fingernail. They also find a safety deposit box key. What does it mean?
Kensie gets a surprise invitation to go to Estes Park, Colorado to do a photo interview with Senator Harry Lawrence who may be running for President. He specifically requested her to accompany him on a tour of Big Thompson Canyon to record the progress of restoration after a major flood. He thinks not enough has been done and wants it documented. Why her? Why Estes Park? Vaguely Kensie remembers bring her with her Mother. Clues begin to pile up as she and MaKenna begin following them. However, their quest may lead them into extreme danger.
As Kenzie and MaKenna continue to look for traces of their family and follow the clues their mother left them, Kenzie must also try to figure out her relationship with Travis Merka, a Texas Ranger and a friend of MaKenna’s fiancé Texas Ranger Hardin.
Makenna has a box left by her adopted Mother of the things she has with her when she was abandoned. Since she and Kensie discovered they were sisters, they tried to remember their Mother. She has no memories of any other Mother than her adopted Mother while Kensie’s memories of her Mother are anything but great. As they go through the box, they find a favorite book of theirs with words and letters underlined with a fingernail. They also find a safety deposit box key. What does it mean?
Kensie gets a surprise invitation to go to Estes Park, Colorado to do a photo interview with Senator Harry Lawrence who may be running for President. He specifically requested her to accompany him on a tour of Big Thompson Canyon to record the progress of restoration after a major flood. He thinks not enough has been done and wants it documented. Why her? Why Estes Park? Vaguely Kensie remembers bring her with her Mother. Clues begin to pile up as she and MaKenna begin following them. However, their quest may lead them into extreme danger.
November 22, 2021
Second book in the series. Focus is on McKenzie this time.
Poor McKenzie! She's been through it! Follow up from the first In the Mirror series and find McKenzie going through her situation and finding love herself! McKenzie is doing photos for a politician that is banking on running for President. Only the politician is not aware of some of the background of one of his cabinet. McKenzie and Makenna find more of their beginning and how ruthless their
parents were and how they figure in to what the twins have been dealing with . A return trip to New Hampshire reveals more about their parents and possibly why their parents did what they did to the girld. On top of that, love blooms between McKenzie and Travis so that strange adventure those two have. This is a good book, from good story and keeps you interested in their tale.
Poor McKenzie! She's been through it! Follow up from the first In the Mirror series and find McKenzie going through her situation and finding love herself! McKenzie is doing photos for a politician that is banking on running for President. Only the politician is not aware of some of the background of one of his cabinet. McKenzie and Makenna find more of their beginning and how ruthless their
parents were and how they figure in to what the twins have been dealing with . A return trip to New Hampshire reveals more about their parents and possibly why their parents did what they did to the girld. On top of that, love blooms between McKenzie and Travis so that strange adventure those two have. This is a good book, from good story and keeps you interested in their tale.
June 16, 2020
Cheater
A quick thumbs up before I start book three...the story of reunited twins Makenna and Kenzie continues, with Kenzie following clues to unravel the sins of her father. The heroines and Texas Ranger heroes are so good together and the story kept me turning pages all day. You're lured into believing you know what's coming then another plot twist comes along. This, for me, is a very enjoyable romantic suspense story but should be read in order. I'm kind of sad to be starting the last of the series bur I've got to find out what happens!
A quick thumbs up before I start book three...the story of reunited twins Makenna and Kenzie continues, with Kenzie following clues to unravel the sins of her father. The heroines and Texas Ranger heroes are so good together and the story kept me turning pages all day. You're lured into believing you know what's coming then another plot twist comes along. This, for me, is a very enjoyable romantic suspense story but should be read in order. I'm kind of sad to be starting the last of the series bur I've got to find out what happens!
August 16, 2018
When Kenzie and Mackenzie feel that their life is going back to normal they discover more evidence about their father past. Can they find the truth about their past and have a chance of normal love again? With Hardin and Travis ‘a help they may find the truth but this is a very dangerous path to take. Can Kenzie and Travis have a future together when they seems to be bickering around each other all the time? A rollercoaster of emotions and an action packed book.
August 23, 2018
this is a great story, if you read the first book you have to read this one. the girls are still trying to find out about their past but not getting any where. there are car crashes , and the mafia chasing them and them you have the hot Texas rangers I will be reading the next book
June 6, 2023
Another winner!
As always another great story. Loved the characters, the scenery descriptions, but while the story was awesome. I’m not much of a fan with the story subject, just personally saying. But I am looking forward to the next book. Happy reading!!!
As always another great story. Loved the characters, the scenery descriptions, but while the story was awesome. I’m not much of a fan with the story subject, just personally saying. But I am looking forward to the next book. Happy reading!!!
October 8, 2018
Fabulous!
What a great book. Mystery, romance, and suspense in this well plotted book that is full of twists and turns. I highly recommend it!
What a great book. Mystery, romance, and suspense in this well plotted book that is full of twists and turns. I highly recommend it!
July 21, 2022
Love this series
The fearsome foursome is awesome! Love the relationships and Menzies and McKenna. Can't wait to read Book 3. Love all of your books!
The fearsome foursome is awesome! Love the relationships and Menzies and McKenna. Can't wait to read Book 3. Love all of your books!
April 19, 2015
My first introduction to Becki Willis’ pleasant and breezy writing style just so happened to be the second book in a series with the first tidbits of a third book after the story’s conclusion. I must say, as a generalization, I felt this was going to be a tale worthy of a favorite snack food an an evening or two’s space of time, just like a thoughful made for TV movie ,and was on point with such suspicions, however, I was also greatly surprised by the ingenious elements of this story’s Mystery as it walks hand in hand with the story’s obvious Romance. That said, Mirror, Mirror On Her Wall truly is a 50/50 split Romance/Mystery, a two-for-one deal, with both genres satisfyingly reaching their evident conclusions, while at the same time paving the way for further conflict in the future. This being a true sequel, much of which I was unaware from the previous book was patched-in through functionary expository dialogue, never feeling condescending for having to convey what would be obvious to readers of the first book, I gathered, and I felt like the initial foray of chapters, perhaps the first five to seven, were excellently split between the essential needs of character development, backstory, and the launching of the plot. And the relationships; yes, they were colorful from the get-go. The story was incredibly easy to read, well formatted, and the author’s obvious love of travel impresses with tasty trips to Colorado, Wyoming, and New Hampshire, with a generous dose of Texas as well. For my money, the Mystery was surpisingly engaging and I enjoyed a very clear picture of the puzzle occupying the heroes’ quest to piece together fragments of an expertly developed and fragmented past as it plagued their ability to move on and live normal lives. I give it 4 1/2 Stars simply because the heroine had a hard time listening to her heart and wanted to hold on to her flirty ways, but I chalk that up to an obvious sense of provoked engagement that makes the reader root for the right choice all the more.
May 6, 2015
When Kenzie and Makenna find a hidden key with ties to their past, they know that they must keep it secret, while they try to find out what it belongs to. When Kenzie has to go to Colorado on a work assignment, she accidentally uncovers more clues to her past. As she becomes aware that she is being followed, her favorite Texas Ranger, Travis Merka, rescues her. Even though they are attracted to each other, they argue incessantly. As they unravel more clues, they soon find themselves running for their lives, while trying to find out who is after them, the mafia or someone else in power.
This is the second book of this series. Having read the first one that was mostly about Makenna, it was nice getting to know Kenzie this time around. I liked that a lot more was learned from their past. But more than that, I loved Kenzie and Travis’ prickling relationship. Of course add to that, suspenseful danger, and you’ve got a winner in my book. This story has a great plot, with characters that have intriguing relationships. I hope that the girls have a chance to meet their estranged father in the next chapter of their story.
This is the second book of this series. Having read the first one that was mostly about Makenna, it was nice getting to know Kenzie this time around. I liked that a lot more was learned from their past. But more than that, I loved Kenzie and Travis’ prickling relationship. Of course add to that, suspenseful danger, and you’ve got a winner in my book. This story has a great plot, with characters that have intriguing relationships. I hope that the girls have a chance to meet their estranged father in the next chapter of their story.
November 19, 2015
The second Book in the Mirrors Don't Lie series. It is a stand alone adventure even though it is the continuation of a story line. In this installment Kenzie travels to Colorado at the request of presidential hopeful Senator Lawrence to record the progress of restoration in Big Thompson Canyon. While on here trip Kensie meets Craven Shaw the Chief of Staff for Lawrence and there is an instant attraction. Kenzie decides that this trip provides the perfect opportunity to do some more searching for information with the clues the girls were given, into what happened in her family's past. When she realizes she is being followed, help comes from an unexpected source. A well written next phase of the story. I just love this series.
* I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
* I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 21, 2016
The plot thickens
Kenzie always knew the mess their parents had made of their lives wasn't over. Everyone wants to find their father and now it seems their father had a backup plan. It is fascinating to see Kenzie start to remember things. Travis is of course not the uncomplicated ranger we meet in book one. Their romance is warm and genuine. Even as some secrets come to light other's spring up. Enjoying this series.
Kenzie always knew the mess their parents had made of their lives wasn't over. Everyone wants to find their father and now it seems their father had a backup plan. It is fascinating to see Kenzie start to remember things. Travis is of course not the uncomplicated ranger we meet in book one. Their romance is warm and genuine. Even as some secrets come to light other's spring up. Enjoying this series.
January 4, 2016
This is book two of a three part series about sisters separated as young children and the mystery surrounding that event. This one didnt gel as well as the first book. There are a few more distracting typos but, this is a very good book. I am looking forward to book three!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review.
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