Despite their reservations, the connection between Katie and Dylan is undeniable. In a single moment, they both sense the potential for something life-changing. As they navigate their own fears and hesitations, they discover that love has a way of defying expectations. Virgin River Book 19: Sunrise Point (2013) Peter Heller creates this wilderness journey with broad strokes of the lay of the land. He surrounds us with full, lush views of the dense trees and wildlife along the Maskwa River. His finite descriptors have us, as readers, crouched low within the canoe ourselves. We listen to the waves lapping the shore. There is a peacefulness about this as we are lulled by the beauty of it all. Determined to find Ian, Marcie locates him in the small mountain town of Virgin River. There, she encounters a man who is emotionally wounded, much like Bobby was physically. Undeterred, Marcie refuses to be intimidated. As she enters Ian’s solitary and rugged existence, she uncovers a gentle yet scarred soul beneath his rough exterior.

To say I was not the correct audience for this book is a serious understatement. Don’t even call me a wrongreader either because the blurb was responsible for making me think it was going to go all . . . .Yearning for a fresh start and experiencing empty-nest syndrome, Erin Foley decides to temporarily retreat to a secluded and upgraded cabin near Virgin River. Her plan is to focus on self-discovery rather than getting involved with anyone she meets in the remote mountain area. Amidst the healing beauty of Virgin River, Connor and Leslie begin to let go of their inhibitions, allowing the possibility of a new chapter in their lives. As they navigate their own personal journeys, they learn to embrace the unexpected and open their hearts to the transformative power of love. Virgin River Book 18: Redwood Bend (2012) The Hook Most readers have a list of favorite authors. Peter Heller is one of mine. I've heard him speak a few times, the man and the writer a clash of thought for me. I don't quite know how to explain this but if I had only met the man, I'm not certain I would have read his books. He down plays his core, a man who can cite poetry, appreciate fine art and describe nature with the best, often relying on humor rather than the revealing the attributes I mention. In this recent With a story about a dude who maybe killed his wife on the river and the two young fellas who happen to stumble upon him both with and without his better half accounted for that also included a side dish of . . . . .

LAPD officer Mike Valenzuela suffered severe injuries while on duty. When he agrees to become Virgin River’s first police officer, he does so with the intention of settling down. Despite his multiple divorces and numerous romantic escapades, he secretly yearns for the kind of committed and fulfilling relationship his marine friends have discovered—a love that can bind his heart forever. Then there is the ending. Unlike a lot of thrillers with literary aspirations – which this book certainly has – there is no ambiguity or confusion regarding the outcome. Heller lays it out plainly, tying all his threads together. Unfortunately, the finale is too abrupt and far too implausible for my tastes, and fails to give The River the staying power in my mind that it might otherwise have earned. Lots of potential, but it was simply boring, and the ending (about 85 % when it actually gets interesting) is so abrupt I almost threw my kindle in the nearest river.

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Fellow marine Ian Buchanan carried Bobby’s broken body onto a medical transport in Fallujah four years ago, only to disappear once they returned to the United States. Marcie’s letters to Ian have remained unanswered ever since. False-colour satellite image of the confluence of the silt-laden Solimões River (bottom) with the clear Negro River (top). The city of Manaus is visible on the northern (upper) bank. (more) Both Colin and Jillian are yearning for simplicity in their lives, wanting to leave behind complications and find peace.

Soon though we've zipped past the factories and the surrounding land gives way to hills and green valleys; then to jungle and a waterfall before we head out between mangrove trees to the open sea.Shelby McIntyre has carefully crafted plans for her future, envisioning a refined and educated Mr. Right. However, fate introduces her to the rugged and unconventional Luke Riordan.

Ian is uncertain about the persistent presence of the determined young widow who compels him to confront his painful past and uncertain future. Nevertheless, in this season of miracles, perhaps it’s time for Ian to let go of his ghosts and open his heart to the possibility of love. Virgin River Book 5: Second Chance Pass (2009) At first they thought it was the sun, but it was far too late for any lingering sunset and there were no cities in that direction for a thousand miles. In the farthest distance, over the trees, was an orange glow.” However, when she encounters Aiden Riordan, a rugged man with a shaggy beard and worn-out fatigues, her initial assumptions are challenged. Unbeknownst to Erin, Aiden is actually a doctor taking a break from the navy to recharge for the summer. Despite being intrigued by Erin, her apparent snootiness and her dedication to activities like meditation and journaling keep Aiden at a distance. He desires a closer connection, but his disheveled appearance and complicated past with an ex-wife may hinder his progress. When Jillian discovers Colin painting in her yard, this chance meeting sparks an immediate connection between them. In the tranquil surroundings of Virgin River, where love often thrives, they find that sometimes the simplest choice can lead to profound happiness. Virgin River Book 15: Harvest Moon (2011) Written as a field guide to demonstrate practical examples of river types, and to highlight the pressures they experience and their often-parlous condition, this book is intended to better inform both river management approaches and the policy necessary to achieve this. Fundamentally, the authors seek to demonstrate how the hydrological, geomorphological, and ecological functions of rivers and their catchments are inexorably intertwined, and together how they generate and maintain rivers as dynamic entities.Temperate rivers are influenced by many factors including geology, climate, soils, sediment type, flow, as well as human activity. The complex interactions of the non-anthropogenic controlling factors have led to a wonderful diversity of river type throughout the British Isles. Sadly, almost all rivers in the UK have suffered significant and long-lasting modification by unsympathetic management, that has all but destroyed this variety, creating watercourses that are simplified conduits for water and sediment, designed primarily to drain the land and reduce flood risk. This volume aims to help reverse this, illustrating using over 200 images and descriptions, this variety of rivers in Britain, highlighting the many forms that temperate river systems take and providing an accessible summary of the underlying river science knowledge base. Rivers”, written by Simon Chapman and illustrated by Qu Lan, is a geographical masterpiece and educational gem that breathes life into the vast, diverse world of our planet’s waterways. Cuneiform tablet with Gilgamesh Flood Epic. Babylonian, c17th century BC. Photograph: Universal Images Group/Getty Images In the nurturing environment of Virgin River, where faith in new beginnings and the power of love prevails, doors open for unexpected possibilities. Clay and Lilly’s paths converge, challenging their preconceived notions and offering them the opportunity to explore a connection that transcends their differences. Virgin River Book 14: Wild Man Creek (2011)