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Virgin River (Virgin River #1)
by
Robyn Carr
"Wanted: Midwife/nurse practitioner in Virgin River, population six hundred. Make a difference against the backdrop of towering California redwoods and crystal-clear rivers. Rent-free cabin included." When the recently widowed Melinda Monroe sees this ad she quickly decides that the remote mountain town of Virgin River might be the perfect place to escape her heartache, an...more
Mass Market Paperback, 386 pages
Published
April 1st 2007
by Mira Books
(first published March 9th 2007)
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May 03, 2008
Isis FG
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4 of 5 stars
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It took me a while to get into this book. I think I was about halfway through before I started to really get into the story. That's probably partially because just before that I'd been reading a Lora Leigh book (so completely different) and also because the vibe of Virgin River is rather different than your typical romance novel.
This book is about people and life, the vagaries of small-town living, growing and healing, and, of course, love. Like the town it's set in, the pace of the book is on t...more
This book is about people and life, the vagaries of small-town living, growing and healing, and, of course, love. Like the town it's set in, the pace of the book is on t...more
I flipping loved this book.
It's my first Robyn Carr book. I've read a lot of good things about her here on Goodreads and also on Amazon, and I ordered several of her books this spring, hoping to get some time to read them.
Recently widowed Melinda Monroe, a certified nurse midwife, decides that to move beyond her grief she must start her life again. She sells almost everything she owns and moves to Virgin River, a tiny town in the middle of the California forest. At first it seems the transition...more
It's my first Robyn Carr book. I've read a lot of good things about her here on Goodreads and also on Amazon, and I ordered several of her books this spring, hoping to get some time to read them.
Recently widowed Melinda Monroe, a certified nurse midwife, decides that to move beyond her grief she must start her life again. She sells almost everything she owns and moves to Virgin River, a tiny town in the middle of the California forest. At first it seems the transition...more
Full Disclosure:This book features one of my least favorite tropes, the still grieving widow(er) who is consumed with guilt at find new love. Of course, this did skew my reaction to this book.
Nevertheless, I did enjoy this book when it wasn't weighed down by Mel's grief and guilt. Honestly, Jack made this book for me, although half the time, I just felt sorry for him. But he's a great male protagonist: patient, protective, caring, and he has a past that rounds his character out.
Mel, on the othe...more
Nevertheless, I did enjoy this book when it wasn't weighed down by Mel's grief and guilt. Honestly, Jack made this book for me, although half the time, I just felt sorry for him. But he's a great male protagonist: patient, protective, caring, and he has a past that rounds his character out.
Mel, on the othe...more
May 30, 2009
Shawna
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5 of 5 stars
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5+ stars – Contemporary Romance
There’s not much that hasn’t already been said about this sweet, delightful, feel-good contemporary romance and for very good reason, and now I’m finally glad that I get what all the fuss is about.
Virgin River is a heartwarming story about a young, grieving widow whose spirit is rejuvenated and soul revived by working as a nurse and midwife in a quaint little country town called Virgin River, with quirky, friendly, salt-of-the-earth people surrounded by the beauty...more
There’s not much that hasn’t already been said about this sweet, delightful, feel-good contemporary romance and for very good reason, and now I’m finally glad that I get what all the fuss is about.
Virgin River is a heartwarming story about a young, grieving widow whose spirit is rejuvenated and soul revived by working as a nurse and midwife in a quaint little country town called Virgin River, with quirky, friendly, salt-of-the-earth people surrounded by the beauty...more
Re-read 2011
- it was interesting to go back to the beginning of Virgin River again after reading a dozen others further along in the series. I still love the audiobook narrator, and I still found Mel (the heroine) to be way too weepy. In short - Mel = melodramatic.
Original review July 2010: 3.5/5 stars. This book was a mixed bag for me, mostly because I found the heroine to be exhausting. She had so much emotional baggage that it tired me out listening to the book on audiobook while I travel...more
Original review July 2010: 3.5/5 stars. This book was a mixed bag for me, mostly because I found the heroine to be exhausting. She had so much emotional baggage that it tired me out listening to the book on audiobook while I travel...more
Melinda Monroe is tired of the heartache, tired of the sympathy, and most of all, tired of living in a home where memories of her once happy future constantly assail her. All but dead inside with grief over the death of her husband, Mel discovers a job opportunity in the charming and idyllic town of Virgin River, up in the untouched splendor of Northern California. Although her sister pleads with her that running away to some mountain region backwater will not solve her problems, Mel packs up he...more
First, I'm going to apologize in advance for my review. These are my thoughts, and I know I'm in the great minority of people who didn't like this book, but OMG I just can't stand it any freaking more! I'm going to warn you right now, if you love this series, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER - this will probably offend.
This is by far the worst book I've ever listened to, possibly ever. I had no idea it was going to be so terrible, it's gotten so many great reviews and I thought at the very least it would...more
This is by far the worst book I've ever listened to, possibly ever. I had no idea it was going to be so terrible, it's gotten so many great reviews and I thought at the very least it would...more
Thank goodness this was cheap. It's like Twilight for adults with baby driven wish fulfillment fantasies.
I found the characters likeable and empathetic, unfortunately too much so. The plot was lame, the premise of why the protagonist stayed on in the town totally unbelievable, the dialogue simplistic and the whole book consistently told what was going on rather than showing us. All conflict was resolved within a few paragraphs, if not sentences, and I was accurately predicting the progress of th...more
I found the characters likeable and empathetic, unfortunately too much so. The plot was lame, the premise of why the protagonist stayed on in the town totally unbelievable, the dialogue simplistic and the whole book consistently told what was going on rather than showing us. All conflict was resolved within a few paragraphs, if not sentences, and I was accurately predicting the progress of th...more
Originally read this book in 2007 and had it marked as one of my favorites!
Re-read this story July 2011 and though I still enjoyed it, I found Mel's character got on my nerves this time around. Loved Jack! His warmth carried throughout the book.
Still a nicely written story and I love how the author weaves a tale, incorporating other small stories into one.
I'm not changing my initial rating of 5 stars from 2007, but if I were to rate this from my 2011 read, would be a strong 4 stars only.
Rere...more
Re-read this story July 2011 and though I still enjoyed it, I found Mel's character got on my nerves this time around. Loved Jack! His warmth carried throughout the book.
Still a nicely written story and I love how the author weaves a tale, incorporating other small stories into one.
I'm not changing my initial rating of 5 stars from 2007, but if I were to rate this from my 2011 read, would be a strong 4 stars only.
Rere...more
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Virgin River is the story of midwife, Melinda Monroe, who, after her husband’s sudden and violent death, moves to the back country village of Virgin River. Hoping to find some peace and find her life again, she sells everything and moves sight unseen. Suffice to say, when she arrives in the sleepy little burg it’s not all ‘Stars Hollow’ like she imagined, more like ‘Deliverance.’ The rent-free cabin that was part of her salary is inhabitable and the Doctor she is there to help, doesn’t want her...more
I loved this book. The sense of community and small town America was really appealing to me and left me feeling nostalgic for the small towns in which I have lived. The characters were enjoyable, especially the hero, Jack - he was so patient and willing to take care of everyone while also being very masculine and appealing. I liked the heroine also, and enjoyed watching not only her relationship with Jack develop, but also the one with the crusty town doctor. I am getting ready to read the next...more
A generic "strong" female with "heart-shaped lips" and a fabulous figure + generic whitebread cleft-chin He-Man gentleman (even when hooking up!) with a soft spot for babies + a po-dunk town where nothing happens == boring book!
These people have no personality. Where's the humor? If not that, where's the intellectual intelligence? Or if not that, where's the sarcasm, the quirky attitudes, or some kind of color?? Or even if the characters were supposed to be ridiculously nice and laid-back, put t...more
These people have no personality. Where's the humor? If not that, where's the intellectual intelligence? Or if not that, where's the sarcasm, the quirky attitudes, or some kind of color?? Or even if the characters were supposed to be ridiculously nice and laid-back, put t...more
I was trolling several of my friends book lists looking for something romantic and good. I had read several erotica books in a row and needed something to cleanse my palatte. This certainly fit the bill. Melinda, Mel for short, is a nurse practioner and midwife trying to escape the painful memory of her murdered husband. They had a great life, he was a good and loving husband and a doctor to boot. She decided to try country medicine and got more than she bargained for. Jack Sheridan is an ex-Mar...more
Whether you're a devoted romance reader or simply someone who trawls book websites for recommendations, it's hard not to have come across Robyn Carr's Virgin River series. This book has over 6,700 ratings on GoodReads, and they vary drastically. I was unsure as to whether I'd enjoy this book or not, given that some people were addicted to the small town of Virgin River while others claimed that Mel was too much of a Mary Sue and that they grew tired of the midwifery tales. Me? I'm pretty squeami...more
Oct 27, 2010
ஐ Briansgirl (Book Sale Queen)ஐ
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3 of 5 stars
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This is really not the type of book I would pick off the shelf let alone read. Not only is it not a genre I read, but the story itself contained lots of elements I am just not interested in. However, the consistent good reviews gave me doubts and when it started to rain and I felt myself wanting a cozy book to curl up with, I reached for Virgin River and took the plunge.
I'm glad I gave this book the chance. It was purely a comfort read and though I wasn't blown away, I did enjoy reading about th...more
I'm glad I gave this book the chance. It was purely a comfort read and though I wasn't blown away, I did enjoy reading about th...more
After sitting on my shelf for over a year I finally picked up Virgin River and it was a very enjoyable read. I totally fell in love with Jack and Mel. Being a city girl, Mel moved to Virgin River hoping to start a new life and mend her aching heart of the memories of her late husbands death. What she finds is a gentle and patient man who falls in love with her even if he has to take second place in her heart. How romantic is that?
Jack was so sweet and did not force Mel into anything she wasn't...more
Jack was so sweet and did not force Mel into anything she wasn't...more
I have to say that I loved this book. At first I was not sure how I was going to like it, but in the end it turned out really well. Some of the characters I just could not relate too. However as the story progressed I became familiar with who they were and I actually could visualize these people in a small town. I loved how the HEA turned out. It is a story about forgiving, acceptance and love. Which all three are important in dealing with yourself as well as with other in your life
3.5/5. I love Jack.
I liked Melinda, and I felt for her.
She had one TSTL moment, and I wanted to slap her, but other than that she was a good lead, and the growth and grief were well done.
I loved the cast of characters, especially Preacher and Doc.
I didn't love the Sex between Lizzie and crap I forgot his name. The 16 year old on the verge of manhood. With Lizzie. Who was 14. 14! ICk. Didn't like to read it. Didn't. Nope. Yuck.
I get this was contemporary romance, and I think I kept expecting (Ha...more
I liked Melinda, and I felt for her.
She had one TSTL moment, and I wanted to slap her, but other than that she was a good lead, and the growth and grief were well done.
I loved the cast of characters, especially Preacher and Doc.
I didn't love the Sex between Lizzie and crap I forgot his name. The 16 year old on the verge of manhood. With Lizzie. Who was 14. 14! ICk. Didn't like to read it. Didn't. Nope. Yuck.
I get this was contemporary romance, and I think I kept expecting (Ha...more
There is nothing particularly wrong with this book (although I thought the storyline that included sex between a 16 and a 14 year old was borderline offensive and really icked me out). The story itself is fine, I liked it. There just wasn't anything particularly great about the book, nothing that would make me keep reading, make me sigh or choose to come back for more.
Because the premise is promising, however, I will try the next in the series.
Because the premise is promising, however, I will try the next in the series.
Jul 30, 2012
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This was my first dive into both Robyn Carr's writing and the Virgin River books, but with all the fuss, I knew I'd be remiss without reading asap. The small town charm of Virgin River is infectious and lovely. I got a wonderful sense of community and thought the setting was very well fleshed out and appealing. It's easy to see that a long-term series stemmed from this first book. There's a lot to draw from, for sure. If you like the small town setting and a sweet, enduring love story, this is r...more
A moving romance that has the main character, Melinda Monroe dealing with the moving forward aspect after the death of a beloved spouse. Intent on making a clean break from the environment that had been fueling her grief, she comes to Virgin River; a small rural community that is completely opposite of her LA home. Melinda believes that living in the country with pleasant “country folk” with soothing scenic views and a slow and steady lifestyle that she will begin to heal.
She arrives finding h...more
She arrives finding h...more
Well, this book has really taught me a thing or two about making assumptions. I thought all those sweet ladies at my bookstore were hooked on some little candy-coated slice-of -town-life books....and they are, but...dayum! Once in a while there is some rather unexpectedly steamy action going down in this little town!
That being said, if this first book in the series is any indication, Carr really does do a fine job of creating the town of Virgin River and populating it with likable characters. F...more
That being said, if this first book in the series is any indication, Carr really does do a fine job of creating the town of Virgin River and populating it with likable characters. F...more
This is the first book of the Virgin River Series by Robyn Carr. The story centers around the main character of Melinda Monroe, nurse-practitioner and midwife, who moves to Virgin River, because of her disenchantment with the crime in LA and what she had to face while working in a busy city hospital.
Widowed a few months ago and still grieving, Mel accepts an offer to become an assistant to the doctor in a little town, she heads to Virgin River only to find that the offer had major holes, and th...more
Widowed a few months ago and still grieving, Mel accepts an offer to become an assistant to the doctor in a little town, she heads to Virgin River only to find that the offer had major holes, and th...more
I really wanted to like this book more. I'd read the reviews on both Amazon and Goodreads. I like small town romances, especially the river town idea. But, I had a really hard time enjoying this story. The hero just didn't resonate as true to me. He's served in the military, yet this is not developed. It's mentioned at times in the story, but it doesn't seem to be a part of his character at all. In fact, the hero barely seems to have a character arc at all which was one of my main complaints wit...more
Ein kleiner Einblick
Mel ist fertig mit den Nerven, die Hektik der Großstadt setzt ihr arg zu und die Dinge, mit denen sie als Krankenschwester in der Notfallklinik konfrontiert wird, belasten sie sehr. Zudem hat sie einen schweren Schicksalsschlag erlitten und ihren Mann verloren. All diese Dinge treiben Mel zu einer Entscheidung: Sie packt kurzerhand ihre Taschen und reist in das kleine, abgelegene Virgin River. Einer Annonce zufolge soll der hier tätige Arzt eine Unterstützung benötigen und ei...more
Mel ist fertig mit den Nerven, die Hektik der Großstadt setzt ihr arg zu und die Dinge, mit denen sie als Krankenschwester in der Notfallklinik konfrontiert wird, belasten sie sehr. Zudem hat sie einen schweren Schicksalsschlag erlitten und ihren Mann verloren. All diese Dinge treiben Mel zu einer Entscheidung: Sie packt kurzerhand ihre Taschen und reist in das kleine, abgelegene Virgin River. Einer Annonce zufolge soll der hier tätige Arzt eine Unterstützung benötigen und ei...more
Coming off of several rather...ahem...smutty books, this one was like a breath of fresh air. Not that there's anything wrong with smut - in fact I quite enjoy it - I think I just needed something different.
Virgin River is the story of Mel, a nurse/practitioner/midwife who leaves LA to come to a small town of 600 people in the mountains. Mel comes with a broken heart she's hoping to, if not mend, at least be distracted from by some meaningful work. Although she doesn't plan to stay once she sees...more
Virgin River is the story of Mel, a nurse/practitioner/midwife who leaves LA to come to a small town of 600 people in the mountains. Mel comes with a broken heart she's hoping to, if not mend, at least be distracted from by some meaningful work. Although she doesn't plan to stay once she sees...more
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A RITA award-winning author of 25 novels, Robyn Carr has found a whole new following with her stories about the independent women and former marines of Virgin River."
RT's Career Achievement Best Author Award winner (2010) for Contemporary Romance.
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RT's Career Achievement Best Author Award winner (2010) for Contemporary Romance.
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“He reached out and lightly touched her hair. There’s no way, he thought. I’m sunk. And my heart hasn’t beat the same since she walked into town.”
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“Did we have some understanding? That I was going to follow your nonmedical orders? Because I don't recall that in my personal life, I'm obligated to do everything you tell me."
"Guess you're not obligated to use your brain in your personal life, either."
"I filled your truck up with gas, you old pain in the ass."
"I didn't get caught in that piece of shit foreign job of yours, you obstinate little strumpet."
And she laughed at him so hard, tears came to her eyes and she had to leave, laughing all the way back to her cabin.
-Mel and Doc”
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"Guess you're not obligated to use your brain in your personal life, either."
"I filled your truck up with gas, you old pain in the ass."
"I didn't get caught in that piece of shit foreign job of yours, you obstinate little strumpet."
And she laughed at him so hard, tears came to her eyes and she had to leave, laughing all the way back to her cabin.
-Mel and Doc”

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