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"The Mirror of Her Dreams" follows a contemporary woman who, disenchanted with her own life, steps through a mirror and enters an alternate world. In this portal fantasy landscape she meets fellow beings and confronts the parts of herself she never knew existed. The story is the first installment of Donaldson’s two‑book series, followed by "A Man Rides Through." The novel blends contemporary concerns with speculative travel between realities, offering intimate character portraits within a richly imagined setting.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Stephen R. Donaldson
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