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Shelby, a young woman who has dedicated five years of her life to caring for her mother, finally feels ready to step into the world on her own terms. She heads to Virgin River in hopes of travel, college, and romance. There, she encounters Luke Riordan, a Blackhawk pilot who has left the military after twenty‑five years and four wars, having endured multiple life‑threatening incidents. Luke, 38, is portrayed as tough and jaded, a man whose history with short‑lived relationships stands in stark contrast to Shelby’s desire for stability. Their unexpected meeting sets the stage for a story that balances the tension between what people desire and what they truly need.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Robyn Carr
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