A perfect end to the series (but if Robyn Carr writes any more Virgin River books, I’ll definitely read them!)

Kaylee has a deadline for her book but after the death of her mother its been hard. She rents a place that'll get her inspired when it burns down and shes offered a place near Landry Moore and she takes him up on the offer.

I loved the whole sense of community in this book. Theres learning to live past grief, clearly Kaylee is going though a lot at the moment but with the help of friends and those around her she's able to open up more. I loved how good Landry was for her, he's a stranger offering some help with a place for the women he doesn't know a thing about, then there was the offering to help with so much more and being supportive and just someone she can talk to. There was some growth seen with the characters and you can't help but what to see them have their happily ever after and once I started this book I ended up binge reading it though because it was just a overall sweet book. If you are a seasonal reader or want a book to read around christmas time that is heartwarming you might want to consider picking up this book.

Through the trees, up the winding mountain road into a paradise of a little town goes another wounded soul needing a place to heal. One of my most anticipated holiday season reads met and exceeded my anticipation while making me grieve that Virgin River and its inhabitants aren't real.

Return to Virgin River is the nineteenth installment in the series and probably would be even better when read in order, but it was still sensational reading it without the benefit of most of the earlier books since the main characters are new and there is something of an introduction for the reader through the eyes of the heroine.

Kaylee Sloan is a suspense writer who cannot write. She is drowning in grief from losing her mother, but she has a deadline on her latest book that is well overdue. She has the idea to go back to a place where she and her mother spent happy times, but isn't her mother's house where she is overwhelmed and hemmed in by memories. Her great idea to rent a cabin for six months where she can write in beautiful solitude goes up in smoke- literally. She thinks all is lost until another cabin is made available to her and the townspeople of Virgin River step up and make her welcome in ways that begin her healing. Then a kitten rescue and a mother dog with puppies and an attractive landlord who is a porch-setting friend and help with the strays has her in full healing. Her heart is opening once again and her pen is busy right up until the arrival of Landry's past.

Virgin River worked its magic on me once again. I have read the first book, Virgin River, and Bring Me Home For Christmas, the sixteenth book. I had grand plans of binging the whole series so I could read this book and watch the TV adaption. Didn't make it, but dove into this book because I wanted Virgin River at Christmas time and other than encountering lots of couples from previous books that I now want to have their stories even more, I had no trouble.

I noticed once again that the town and it's people are like one fabulous character in and of itself. There's a real sense of community. The holidays are treasured and made magical there with people stepping up and helping people and working hard to make the holidays special in their out of the way town.

The main characters are hurting people who have backstories they need to face. At first, I thought this was going to be all about Kaylee getting past her grief for a wonderful mother and friend. Incidentally, kudos to the author for writing a lovely and healthy mom and daughter relationship that is well-worth grieving over though yes, I got antsy for her to work through the process a little faster. However, no sooner is Kaylee well on the way out of her grief and ready to start living and loving than Landry's issues rear their ugly head. I was wary when the twist came and not keen on it, but it helped that I had the sense that Landry wasn't going to be persuaded by a chance to get a reset on his past. He knew who and what he needed though it was touch and go as he got it all ironed out.

Incidentally, I found her writing therapy choice a hoot. Kaylee was writing a romance that was mirroring her own life.

I might have only read two previous books, but I recognized several folks and enjoyed the holiday reunion feel going on in the background of this story. The animals were also an adorable addition.

What a lovely holiday ambience and tender, friendly and eventually, sensual romance that left me well-satisfied. Contemporary Romance fans definitely need to put the Virgin River series on their TBR if it's not already there

Virgin River is one of my all time favorite series. There is no greater joy than being back to visit this amazing universe and I wasn’t disappointed. I finished this book in a few hours and couldn’t put it down. It’s exactly what you’d expect from Robyn Carr and so much more.

I'm thrilled to be returning to Virgin River. I thought this book was a nice homecoming to the beloved series. I read the series quite a while ago but this story still felt familiar. If you're a fan of the series, you'll definitely enjoy it! Highly recommended.

**I received an advanced readers copy of this book through NetGalley from the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

Fans of the Virgin River series rejoice - there's a new book after a many year hiatus! Readers will discover a similar formula to the prior additions to the series - two broken people who find each other and have to face obstacles to determine whether or not they can remain together.

It was nice to return back to Virgin River, a town that seems to have a magical quality to it. Nice people, healing powers of restorative rest and relaxation, and an overall atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Yet, this latest seemed to be missing something for me. I was not as gripped by the main characters Kaylee and Landry as I have been with prior characters, who do make guest appearances throughout the book.

Yet, it was a nice homecoming to Virgin River, a way to spend a few hours away from the world. If Carr plans to keep writing new additions to the series, I'll keep reading them!

Loved the Return to Virgin River! Each book has been to fulfilling, if you are looking for "good old small town sense of community, relationships, and love" I have loved all of my time in Virgin River and hope to return again and again! Thanks to Net Galley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

This book has been a long-awaited book for me and many others as well, since the series was completed in 2012; although for me I started the series in 2012and completed it in 2014. It was so good to be back in Virgin River and catch up again with Jack and Mel and the rest of the town. I actually hope there will be more books in the future 4 and a half stars pushed up to 5 stars on Goodreads.

Return to Robyn Carr’s Virgin River. Author Kaylee comes to town to finish her book and recover from her mother’s death and Virgin River works it’s magic on her. ARC from NetGalley.

The series continues. The descriptions of the surroundings are so vivid you can almost smell and sage...Basically the same plot, just different people. If this is the first book in the series you have read, it has enough background you will still enjoy it.

Return to Virgin River
by Robyn Carr
HARLEQUIN – Trade Publishing (U.S. & Canada)
MIRA
Romance | Women's Fiction
Pub Date 13 Oct 2020 | Archive Date 13 Nov 2020

This is a very popular series in our library. I was so glad to read this addition to the series. Wonderful book!
Thanks to Harlequin and NetGalley for the ARC.

5 star

I am such a fan of Robyn Carr and the Virgin River. As soon as I heard that she was making a return to the series, I was so excited. I am very pleased that I was able to get an ARC for this title! I was even more pleased that I was NOT disappointed to head back to Virgin River and visit all my favorite characters. The ending definitely left me wanting more!

I have read all the the Virgin River books and really enjoyed this new addition to the series. Robyn Carr can be counted on to do it right. Her characters have depth and appeal and the plot twists are always interesting. It was delightful to go back to this familiar setting.

Robyn Carr finally returning to her beloved series Virgin River was absolutely everything I wanted! I went into this book with the expectation of reading a rich, emotionally satisfying story, and that’s exactly what I got. I’m not sure why I didn’t expect cameos from all my favorite characters, but seeing the whole gang again was a huge bonus.

This book follows Kaylee, an author who recently lost her mom. As many of the characters in this series do, she retreats to small-town Virgin River to recover and write her next book. When she gets to town, she ends up needing a place to stay, and Landry, the sexy artist/dog trainer hero (has there ever been a better combination??), happens to have a guest house she can use.

Kaylee’s grief was so real and all-consuming, my heart actually ached at times. I am super close with my mom, and I couldn’t imagine what she was going through. Ms. Carr took us through it with Kaylee’s journey. Landry was such a sweet and caring support-system. Their romance was easy and mature and made me smile through the heartfelt moments.

The end did wrap up too quickly. I thought there was more to explore with Landry’s ex-wife and the foster situation was a little rushed. I loved the storylines; I just wanted more!

Overall, I absolutely loved my return to Virgin River! I know it’s greedy, but can we have a few more?? I love this series so much! I might have to listen to the audiobook because Thérèse Plummer’s narration takes these books to the next level!

**I received a free copy of this book in order to provide an honest review**

Welcome back to Virgin River where the mountain air helps clear away your fears. Where lives change and the unexpected happens. I love how Robyn Carr weaves her characters into family that includes her readers.

It was so much fun to "Return to Virgin River"! I admit I haven't read all the books in this series yet but I know I'll get around to them because I truly love the characters and the setting. Kaylee and Landry's love story is a sweet one. It was great to see how she opens up to Landry and how he is supportive of her. You will see the transformation in Kaylee's life after she moves to Virgin River to get away and finish writing her book after her mother has passed away. There are so many changes in her and she learns to overcome her grief in ways that also impact others. I think it is good reminder of how we can care for others and in times that we're feeling low we need to remember to reach out to help others and in return that helps us.

Season 2 of the Netflix series is coming soon and is just another way we connect to Robyn Carr's Virgin River that we all love so well.

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review, All opinions are my own.

I love Robyn Carr's books and this one did not disappoint. Virgin River is a great series and it was wonderful to come back to the familiar characters of the other books and meet Kaylee and Landry the book's main characters. Overall, I really enjoyed this book.

I admittedly love the virgin river series even if I miss some here and there. Sweet, small town romance with a wonderful story line that includes animals! lol

Robyn Carr doesn't disappoint with this one as we see old favorites and meet some new characters that are easy to fall in love with.

This is a endearing series that is always pleasing to read. It sweeps you away to a kinder more peaceful way of life amid the California redwoods in a small town where neighbors help each other and care. I have read several in the series and was pleased to read this next in series for review. Thank you to the publisher and to Net Galley for the opportunity. My review opinion is my own. This is the 21st release in this popular series. I loved this story that introduces Kaylee to Virgin River who is grieving her Mother's death . She comes to Virgin River to recover and finds a loving community that cares for her and a new life that opens her up to wonderful new experiences.

Perfectly fine installment for Robyn Carr, but I was hoping for more. The writing seemed a little stilted-it felt like this was a book for people who watched the Netflix Series-not so much for those who've read all the books and fell inn love with Virgin River. The magical town Carr develops over the series feels less believable than it did when I first read them, maybe because there is so much explanation about who everyone is and how they are connected. I also felt the dialogue felt less realistic and more like a script.