The Lost Portal - (The Mirror Realm) by Lenore Borja (Paperback)

About the Book

"For years, Hadley Caldwell kept humanity safe by hunting demons. But that came to an end when the Mirror Realm disappeared. Now her life is filled with bridesmaid dresses, family pressures, and--oh yeah--hosting ancient deities in her sleep. It's not world-saving work, but if dream-hosting is all it takes to keep the gods happy, she's willing to play along and leave her huntress days behind her. That is, until the gods demand something more: the Portal of Osiris. The Portal was part of the Realm. It shouldn't exist anymore. But the gods believe it does, and claim it holds the key to their salvation. The quest for the Portal takes Hadley and her band of huntress sisters on an enigmatic adventure to the sands of Egypt and beyond. But chasing a portal isn't as easy as outrunning your past, and soon the only things Hadley knows for certain are that the gods can't be trusted . . . and some portals should never be found."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

For fans of Kendare Blake's Goddess War series comes this second installment in a gripping YA fantasy series that follows a band of huntresses taking on a world of demons and gods.

For years, Hadley Caldwell kept humanity safe by hunting demons. But that came to an end when the Mirror Realm disappeared. Now her life is filled with bridesmaid dresses, family pressures, and--oh yeah--hosting ancient deities in her sleep. It's not world-saving work, but if dream-hosting is all it takes to keep the gods happy, she's willing to play along and leave her huntress days behind her. That is, until the gods demand something more: the Portal of Osiris.

The Portal was part of the Realm. It shouldn't exist anymore. But the gods believe it does, and claim it holds the key to their salvation. The quest for the Portal takes Hadley and her band of huntress sisters on an enigmatic adventure to the sands of Egypt and beyond. But chasing a portal isn't as easy as outrunning your past, and soon the only things Hadley knows for certain are that the gods can't be trusted . . . and some portals should never be found.

Join Hadley, Alice, Olivia, and Soxie in this electrifying second book of the Mirror Realm series as they traverse the globe on an ancient scavenger hunt full of mystery, magic, intrigue, and sisterhood.

Review Quotes

"A fun read from start to finish and one that will hold a very special interest for fans of action/adventure fantasies with a touch of romance and a lot of Greco-Roman mythology. . . "--Midwest Book Review

"Borja brings all the vivid excitement of mythology and fantasy into this dramatic adventure novel, creating a richly immersive world that captivates the imagination from cover to cover." --Readers' Favorite, 5-star review

"Borja dazzles in the second of her Mirror Realm fantasy series. . . . Borja makes time travel, magic, and death-defying adventure feel eminently plausible in this irresistible universe." --BookLife Reviews

"A tale that skillfully blends aspects of Greek and Egyptian myths with modern family drama." --Kirkus Reviews

"The Lost Portal packs a mythological punch that will keep you turning pages late into the night, and the found family themes will pull on your heartstrings! Borja is a compelling storyteller who quickly got added to my auto one-click list!" --Molly E. Lee, author of the Ember of Night series

"The Lost Portal is like the biggest, baddest, and boldest roller coaster at the amusement park. From dizzying heights to heart-stopping plunges, the thrilling ride through Hadley's world of mystery, magic, and mayhem is a journey readers won't soon forget. Fans of adventure, sisterhood, and the supernatural will find a home in the Mirror Realm series. A must-read!" --Turney Duff, New York Times best-selling author of The Buy Side

"A perfect mix of history and mystery, The Lost Portal is an entertaining sequel well worth a read. The female friendships at the center of this story are as delightful as the first time around and they remind us of the importance of our chosen family." --Kelly Schumann, actor from NBC's Superstore

"An intriguing combination of Greek mythology and adventure that will leave you wanting more!" --A. F. Presson, author of the Trust series

"If you like stories about the powerful bond of friendship and gods imbued with a Gaiman-esque human quality. The Lost Portal will keep you eagerly turning pages until the very end." --Katy Foraker, author of Memories, Lies, and Other Binds

"The girls are back in town! The Lost Portal is a thrilling adventure full of action, mystery, and the unique bonds of female friendship." --Alison Levy, author of Magic by Any Other Name, The Witch's Odyssey Book One

About the Author

Lenore Borja grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. She attended Arizona State University before moving to New York City to study acting at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. After a brief career as an actress, she spent several years working in executive search and human resources in both New York and San Francisco. She now resides in Fort Collins, Colorado, with her husband and a bossy feline named Maximus. When she's not writing, she enjoys adventure travel and anything that gets the heart racing, whether it's hiking, running, or getting lost in a good book.