The Other Side of the Mirror. Esmerelda Sleuth, #1

Meet Esmerelda Sleuth. Sleuth is her name and investigating is her game. (Paranormal Investigating, that is.)Esmerelda is a sharp and level-headed investigator who believes in facts, not fiction. That is, until she meets Lance. With his charm and undeniable connection, he lures her into a world of magic, time travel, and a secret society that has been hidden for centuries. As Lance's long-lost love, Esmerelda must decide whether to stay with the life she knows or risk everything for a future with him.
But the journey is not easy, as enemies try to thwart their plans and keep them apart. Will Esmerelda find the truth and her happily ever after? Find out in "The Other Side of the Mirror, " a thrilling and steamy paranormal romance that will take you on a wild ride. This book is the first in the Esmerelda Sleuth series. What Reader's Favorite says about it:Juan Lynch: 5 Stars ... I enjoyed reading The Other Side of the Mirror.
The story is well-paced. All the characters were fully fleshed out and I connected emotionally with even the minor characters such as servants in Lance's household. I especially bonded with Esmerelda. This helped me appreciate the various plot twists that played with her emotions. Eileen Sheehan includes various thought-provoking themes. For example, family rivalry, romantic soul ties, and paranormal activities are all touched on.
I love that Esmerelda grows as a person as she wrestles with these themes. Since this is the first entry in a four-book series, I am looking forward to continuing her story in the next books. Readers should note that this book is for a mature audience as there are detailed accounts of sexual encounters. Antoinette Wessels: 5 Stars ... On the first page, Eileen Sheehan explains that her aim is not historical accuracy but entertainment.
She has successfully achieved her goal with The Other Side of the Mirror. Eileen had my attention from page one. And, of course, this novel ended on a cliffhanger, making sure I can hardly wait for book 2. You will read this book within days as it is impossible to put down. I loved the cover; it helped me have a clear picture of what Esmerelda looked like, and the vivid descriptions of all the other characters also helped.
The characters are a colorful bunch and keep the story alive. As with all good romance novels, there is a love triangle to keep things interesting. You will enjoy this story if you love historical romances with a pinch of magic. I know I will be reading book 2. Eileen Sheehan, please don't stop entertaining us.