Welcome back to Virgin River with the books that started it all …
Shelby McIntyre has big plans—plans that include finding Mr. Right. Her dream man will have a clean-shaven jaw, creases in his pants, and hopefully an advanced degree. What she gets is rugged Luke Riordan.
At twenty-five, after five years as her mother’s caregiver, it’s time for Shelby to experience freedom and adventure. Time for travel, college, and romance. But when she visits Virgin River, she runs into Luke Riordan, decidedly not whom she has in mind.
A handsome Blackhawk pilot, Luke exited the army after twenty years, four wars, and having been shot out of the sky three times. At thirty-eight he’s tough and jaded. His major was in one-night stands, with a minor in commitment avoidance.
Technically, these two are all wrong for one another. But sometimes what you want and what you need are two different things … two very good things.
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"These books just keep getting better and better... Shelby and Luke are adorable and I love Shelby's spunk and she's a women who goes after what she wants. I enjoy how these stories are so layered with all the characters from the previous books continuing. Can't wait for the next one... "
— Leea (4 out of 5 stars)
" I would probably give this 3.5 stars if it were an option. I really liked the characters (the new ones and the old). She is an amazing story teller who does just a fantastic job of really creating a place you want to be. It's a real community and you are concerned with each and every character no matter how minor they are. I've never read a book that could pull me into each persons life with such sincere concern for them. "
— Tasha, 2/7/2014" I skipped the prior novel in this author's Virgin River series because the Amazon reviews were uniformly bad. (I still bought it, just skipped ahead to this one.) I liked the fact there was a big age difference between the hero/heroine. It was a nice change. Unfortunately, there was just too much "other" stuff going on for me to wholeheartedly recommend this novel. If you like this series, this is definitely one of the better ones. But I'm starting to get fatigued with Virgin River. I think this happens with any series when you get to the point where almost everyone is hooked up and they all have the BEST LIVES EVER. "
— Meredith, 2/2/2014" A little more sexually explicit than my personal preference, but still within good taste and definetly gives this story the clarity it needs to the specific characters. I enjoyed it. "
— Lisa, 2/1/2014" Digital library audiobook. "
— Renee, 12/30/2013" The last 3 pages was so romantic. It was a good book, but there was a lot of snoozer parts! "
— Danielle, 12/30/2013" This may have been my favorite one yet! "
— Shelly, 12/22/2013" Luke and Shelby, who'd a thought. . . "
— Ann, 12/20/2013" Awesome, as always!! "
— Rochelle, 11/10/2013" Another in the steamy fluff series. Now on to the next one! "
— Nancy, 11/1/2013" Another great book by Carr. She has an easy style and it is easy to get lost in/caught up in for a while. "
— Jennifer, 10/18/2013" I love this series - it is always great that she includes the earlier characters too. I can't wait to continue Abby and Cameron's story in the next book! "
— Jill, 2/10/2013" Another great novel in the Virgin River series. "
— Lori, 11/13/2012" Loved it. Her books completely sucks me into the characters and the plot. A great Saturday afternoon read. "
— Mandy, 9/11/2012" As with all of the Virgin River series, Robyn Carr makes me long for a less hurried lifestyle living within a small community of good friends. I love reading these books, but the storyline isn't amazing, just sweet and pleasant to read. "
— Pam, 6/16/2012" Ilove the ongoing story of Virgin River. it book adds another dimension. "
— Ginny, 1/19/2012" Great book. I've ordered two more in this series, and will probably read all 5 of the ones I haven't read. Loved the characters, scenery, and plot. "
— Linda, 12/28/2011" Grt people & stories! Love the love! Strong women & men "
— Susan, 12/9/2011" This book is my favorite part along with book number one of course. "
— Sherry, 11/23/2011" I just love these feel-good books. They have heart and love and independence. This one's about Shelby and Luke, introducing the appealing Riordan clan. "
— Connie, 7/24/2011" Always a good read especially when you want a love story. "
— Carol, 5/11/2011" I appreciate and enjoy the ongoing theme revolving around our soldier in this series. This one is not exception. I really enjoyed the story. The man a little older, having seen too much, not wanting to encumber the younger woman - Very good story. "
— SJuhl4, 3/4/2011" Yes, it's formulaic and predictable, but yes, I read it and enjoyed it. "
— Mary, 3/3/2011" Digno de la serie me encanto "
— Gisela/chise, 2/1/2011" the series just keeps getting better and better "
— Season, 1/9/2011" Quick and easy read. Typical love story. Blah, blah, blah. "
— Nora, 12/23/2010" I could just read this series for the rest of the year and I would be happy! "
— Marg, 12/13/2010" Another in the steamy fluff series. Now on to the next one! "
— Nancy, 10/29/2010Robyn Carr is a #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling romance author. She is the author of the popular long-running Virgin River series, as well as the Grace Valley, Thunder Point, and Sullivan’s Crossing series. The Virgin River series is the basis for a Netflix Original television drama series. Her novel By Right of Arms won the RITA Award for best novel. Visit her website at RobynCarr.com.
Thérèse Plummer is an actor, award-winning voice-over artist, and counselor. She has won eighteen AudioFile Earphones Awards and has been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. She has appeared in a variety of television and film roles. As a counselor for adolescents, she spent five years using drama therapy techniques in individual and group settings.