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The Mirror of Beasts

Silver in the Bone #2 / 2 ✓
by Alexandra Bracken
The Mirror of Beasts (Silver in the Bone #2) by Alexandra Bracken
⧗ 9.34 / 3
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#1 New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Bracken is back with the electrifying sequel to SILVER IN THE BONE, in which fresh betrayal ignites ancient magic to wake the dead, and a cursed girl with no magic of her own must put the past to rest.

With the dream of Avalon in ruins, Tamsin and her friends are all that stands in the way of Lord Death's plans to unleash the horrors of Anwnn on the world of the living. As the Wild Hunt carves a bloody path across continents, Tamsin is mustering allies, tracking down powerful artifacts, and traversing into new otherlands in search of a way to stop him.

Legend tells of a “Mirror of Beasts,” powerful enough to trap even Lord Death in its accursed glass, but the mirror is not all that it seems. Tamsin must confront her own darkest secrets if she hopes to tap the mirror's strength to defeat her enemies.

Arthurian legend bleeds into contemporary action, and scars of the past are torn open anew by a starcrossed love that refuses to go quietly. This riveting conclusion to the Silver in the Bone duology will hold you in its thrall until the very last page.

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FantasyYoung Adult
Release date: July 30, 2024

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Alexandra Bracken

Alexandra Bracken

Alexandra Bracken’s journey from a young girl immersed in a world of fantasy and imagination to a USA Today bestselling author is one built on a love for storytelling that began at a very early age. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, and raised in the vibrant world of conventions and pop culture, she grew up surrounded by the magic of science fiction and adventure, which laid the perfect foundation for her future as an author of captivating young adult novels.

Her writing career began as many great stories do—by accident. What started as a birthday gift for a friend soon transformed into Brightly Woven, her debut novel, which launched her into the literary world. Written during her college years at the College of William & Mary, the book, a blend of adventure and romance, garnered attention for its richly imagined world and the strength of its characters, earning her recognition as a debut author to watch.

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But it was The Darkest Minds series, which she began in 2012, that truly solidified Alexandra’s place in the hearts of young adult readers. Combining dystopian elements with paranormal abilities, the series tapped into themes of survival, resilience, and the power of change. Its success led to a 2018 film adaptation, while her subsequent series Passenger and Wayfarer further cemented her reputation for creating worlds where love, time, and destiny collide.

Known for her ability to blend heart-pounding adventure with emotionally resonant characters, Bracken's work is more than just fiction—it’s an invitation into worlds where readers can lose themselves, drawn into the very dilemmas, friendships, and dreams that shape us. With Lore, a stand-alone novel inspired by Greek mythology, and Silver in the Bone, a new series exploring myth and magic, Alexandra continues to push the boundaries of her storytelling, keeping fans eagerly anticipating each new release.

Now living in her hometown of Phoenix, Alexandra is as devoted to her craft as ever. Whether she’s writing, reading, or simply living the quiet life, her passion for storytelling remains at the heart of everything she does. Her books are an invitation to escape, to dream, and to see the world in a new light—always with that distinct blend of adventure, wonder, and emotion that makes her work so irresistible.

From The Darkest Minds to Silver in the Bone, Alexandra Bracken's novels offer more than just thrilling adventures—they provide readers with a chance to experience magic, love, and the ever-present power of transformation.

Silver in the Bone

Magic, in this world, is not a gift—it’s a curse waiting to bloom in blood.

Set in a realm where Arthurian legends still cast long, twisted shadows, Silver in the Bone is a darkly enchanting fantasy that carves its own mythos from bone, betrayal, and ambition. The story follows Tamsin Lark, a girl born without magic in a brutal society where power defines worth—and survival depends on what you’re willing to sacrifice to claim it.

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But this isn't just a retelling with a fresh coat of myth. The series immerses readers in a haunting underworld of relic hunters, necromancers, and ancient curses, all while threading a slow-burning tension between survival and connection. Tamsin’s journey feels jagged and real: shaped by resentment, hardened by abandonment, and constantly teetering between rage and vulnerability. Her world is rich with gothic atmosphere and laced with the kind of feral magic that feels both sacred and dangerous.

What makes the series stand out isn’t just the eerie, rain-soaked ruins or the whispered threats of sorcery gone wrong—it’s the emotional depth. Each choice Tamsin makes chips away at the armor she’s built around herself, revealing a raw, almost aching humanity beneath her hunter's instinct. And in a world ruled by legends, it's the personal stakes—the question of who you are when the world says you're nothing—that truly drive the narrative.

Layered with grim enchantment and moral complexity, this is fantasy for readers who crave shadowy lore, flawed heroes, and the slow, delicious unraveling of secrets too old to stay buried.


Silver in the Bone consists of two books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Silver in the Bone (Silver in the Bone #1)
⧗ 9.00 / 2
The Mirror of Beasts (Silver in the Bone #2)
⧗ 9.34 / 3


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