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sundaydutro's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
heidiarousseau's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
ehoelscher's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jra's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
jonetta's review against another edition
4.0
There are three substantive stories in this installment of the series. Rick Sudder is wounded in Iraq and returns a bitter and sullen young man, shunning all who care about him. Dan Brady shows up after having turned himself in and served his time. Paul Haggerty gives him a job on his construction crew as Dan makes a connection with Cheryl Creighton, the former town drunk who has completed rehab and is living a sober life. Dr. Cameron Michaels ends up in Virgin River after having a really brief affair with Vanni's friend Abby with unexpected consequences.
Each story is compelling, especially Rick's as we have the opportunity to experience his sense of loss and frustration after returning home disabled. There are several surprising turns and so many of the residents we've come to know appear in these stories. It's what makes the series special and this book delivers. While some of the outcomes are predictable, the spirit of the town and its community continue to be the draw for this series. I'm hopelessly stuck in this town and am on to the next book.
Each story is compelling, especially Rick's as we have the opportunity to experience his sense of loss and frustration after returning home disabled. There are several surprising turns and so many of the residents we've come to know appear in these stories. It's what makes the series special and this book delivers. While some of the outcomes are predictable, the spirit of the town and its community continue to be the draw for this series. I'm hopelessly stuck in this town and am on to the next book.
naomi_branham's review against another edition
4.0
Abby was irritating. Loved the woman Liz has grown into. She was so strong standing by Rick. I really like Walt too, happy for him. I liked the character development of Dan as well and getting to know his story.
keely2596's review against another edition
4.0
Another cute Virgin River novel. I like getting to see different POV’s throughout the story. Ricky was starting to annoy me, before he finally accepted that Liz loved him. It was interesting learning more about Dan Brady and I was rooting for Cameron and Abby.
macwolf01's review against another edition
4.0
Paradise Valley is book 7 in the Virgin River series by Robyn Carr, this book was a wonderful glimpse into the characters of Virgin River.
This book focuses on four couples with other loved characters making appearances throughout.
The General and his leading lady, learn that an old dog can learn new tricks.
The new Doc and Abby realize that with all the drama and twins that their romance is worth trying.
Dan, the former pot grower and ex-con and Cheryl the now sober town drunk, become friends.
Rick and Liz, are again thrust into high stress and life threatening situation that they must struggle to overcome.
4 stars
This book focuses on four couples with other loved characters making appearances throughout.
The General and his leading lady, learn that an old dog can learn new tricks.
The new Doc and Abby realize that with all the drama and twins that their romance is worth trying.
Dan, the former pot grower and ex-con and Cheryl the now sober town drunk, become friends.
Rick and Liz, are again thrust into high stress and life threatening situation that they must struggle to overcome.
4 stars