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Part of "Virgin River" series
"Temptation Ridge" by Robyn Carr is a captivating romance novel that tells the story of a small town in Montana, Virgin River, and its residents. The book is the eighth installment in Carr's beloved Virgin River series, and it does not disappoint. The protagonist of "Temptation Ridge" is Dylan Childress, a successful architect who has returned to his hometown of Virgin River to escape the pressures of his high-stress job and to reconnect with his family and the community he left behind. However, Dylan's plans to lay low are quickly derailed when he meets Lilly Yellin, a young widow who has recently moved to Virgin River with her two children. Lilly is still grieving the loss of her husband, and she is hesitant to open her heart to anyone new. But as she and Dylan spend more time together, they find themselves drawn to each other, and they begin to explore the possibility of a future together. Carr's writing is warm and engaging, and she does an excellent job of bringing the town of Virgin River to life. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the romantic tension between Dylan and Lilly is palpable. One of the strengths of "Temptation Ridge" is the way it explores the themes of grief, loss, and healing. Both Dylan and Lilly have experienced significant trauma in their pasts, and the book does an excellent job of showing how they work through their pain and find solace in each other. Overall, "Temptation Ridge" is a heartwarming and satisfying addition to the Virgin River series. It is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys small-town romance novels with complex characters and a richly detailed setting...
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