The Looking Glass by Richard Paul Evans | A Powerful Story of Healing, Love, and Second Chances

Experience the moving and inspiring story told in Richard Paul Evans’ The Looking Glass — a timeless novel about redemption, forgiveness, and the search for hope in the face of despair. Written by the beloved author of The Christmas Box and The Locket, this book continues Evans’ tradition of heartfelt storytelling that explores the beauty of human connection and faith.

Set in the late 1800s, The Looking Glass follows Hunter Bell, a man consumed by loss and regret, who leaves behind his wealth and social status to find peace in the rugged wilderness. Along his journey, he meets Quaye, a woman scarred by her own pain, and together they discover that healing is possible through compassion and love. The antique mirror — the “looking glass” — becomes a powerful symbol of reflection, both literal and spiritual, guiding them toward self-forgiveness and renewal.

Published in 1999, this emotional novel is the second installment in Richard Paul Evans’ Locket Trilogy, celebrated for its themes of grace, purpose, and the redemptive power of love.

📖 Key Features:

• Author: Richard Paul Evans

• Genre: Inspirational Fiction / Historical Romance

• Publication Year: 1999

• Series: The Locket Trilogy (Book 2)

• Themes: Faith, forgiveness, love, redemption, and self-discovery

• Notable Work: Follows The Locket in the acclaimed trilogy

• Praise: “Evans captures the quiet strength of the human heart.” — Publishers Weekly

Why You’ll Love It:
The Looking Glass beautifully captures the struggle to overcome loss and rediscover meaning in life. With its graceful prose and deeply human message, this book is a perfect read for fans of Nicholas Sparks, Jan Karon, and Francine Rivers — or anyone who believes in the power of love to heal the soul.