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Bring Me Home for Christmas
Bring Me Home for Christmas
Bring Me Home for Christmas
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Bring Me Home for Christmas

Written by Robyn Carr

Narrated by Thérèse Plummer

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

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About this audiobook

This year, Becca Timm knows the number one item on her Christmas wish list—getting over Denny Cutler. Three
years ago, Denny broke her heart before heading off to war. It’s time she got over her silly high-school relationship and
moved on.

So she takes matters into her own hands and heads up to Virgin River, the rugged little mountain town that
Denny calls home, as an uninvited guest on her brother’s men-only hunting weekend. But when an accident turns her
impromptu visit into an extended stay, Becca finds herself stranded in Virgin River. With Denny. In very close quarters.

As the power of Christmas envelops the little town, Becca discovers that the boy she once loved has become a strong
and confident man. And the most delicious Christmas present she can imagine.

“Carr has hit her stride with this captivating series.”—Library Journal
LanguageEnglish
Release dateOct 25, 2011
ISBN9781461847113
Bring Me Home for Christmas
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Robyn Carr

Seit Robyn Carr den ersten Band ihrer gefeierten Virgin-River-Serie veröffentlichte, stehen ihre Romane regelmäßig auf der Bestsellerliste der New York Times. Auch ihre herzerwärmende Thunder-Point-Reihe, die in einem idyllischen Küstenstädtchen spielt, hat auf Anhieb die Leserinnen und Leser begeistert. Robyn Carr hat zwei erwachsene Kinder und lebt mit ihrem Ehemann in Las Vegas.

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  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    So far I've only read the first book in this series and this one (16th), and if someone had asked me based on the writing alone which was which, I would have said without hesitation that this one HAD to have been written first. It's exceptionally predictable, awkwardly written (odd jumps between events of five years or so before and present day, stilted dialogue, immature main character who dumped her boyfriend of over a year after about a thirty second deliberation, some rather lame conflicts solved much too smoothly and with little effort or believability, just for a start), and uses way too many of my personal pet peeve--exclamation points! All over the place! Almost without exception used where a period clearly would have sufficed! (See what I mean? Unneeded, and annoying to read. Argh.) I wanted to like this book, I really did...but somehow this 190-page book felt three times as long as the 400 one I'm reading right now. I'm still planning on picking up the series again with book two, but if there's too many written in this vein rather than that of the first, I'll probably satisfy myself by knowing who ends up with whom by reading the synopses on this site instead of the series itself, unfortunately.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Robyn Carr’s books are so wonderful you can’t wait to listen to the next one. They make me want to strive to be a better person, to make a real effort. They have really changed me.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Another joyous offering from Robyn Carr and Virgin River. I love this series and am so very glad they exist.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Y THOUGHTSLOVED ITBecca Timm has a positive outlook on life, but things haven't been quite going her way. Although her boyfriend is about to pop the question, she isn't all that thrilled and keeps thinking about the one that got away. Oh, and she lost her job. She goes to Virgin River with her twin brother and meets her ex, Denny, who is at first less than thrilled. Becca ends up arguing with Denny and she jumps in the back of her brother's truck and promptly breaks her ankle. She also doesn't help the situations by flirting with his friends either. I had an inner dialog with her explaining she shouldn't act that way. This only creates more tension (the good kind) between the two.Although this is the fouteenth (!) book in the Virgin River series it can stand alone easily. I have read this series here and there, but never in order and it is always easy to go back to them. Carr writes such vivid characters that you actually like even when they aren't perfect. Becca is one that you really want to succeed and you know she belong with Denny. At times, I really want him to get with the program and fall back in love with her, but then there would be much of a story. There are a few twists and turns on the road to happiness, but you will have to read the story to find out how they get there!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Reviewed byJenReview copy provided by Nancy Berland Public RelationsRobyn Carr's Virgin River series are comfort reads for me. I was quite excited to see that the newest book was a Christmas story and then to be offered an ARC... well, I was reading the book almost as soon I opened the package containing the book. During the last couple books, I think I've developed a little bit of a crush on Denny, so I was happy to learned that it was his turn to shine. Denny is surprised by his ex-girlfriend who decides to crash his guy's weekend. Denny had broken up with Becca when he was shipped off to Iraq and she's never quite gotten over him. Now that they've been reunited, perhaps they'll have a second chance at love. And so we follow these two as they get to know each other once again and they reach for their happily ever after. Robyn Carr once again tugs at the heart strings with a tale of love lost and found. All our favorite Virgin River residents make appearances as the town celebrates Christmas. And we watch another couple fall in love in what has to be one of the luckiest towns. I totally enjoyed this read and highly recommend it for those looking for a good Christmas story and especially to Robyn Carr fans.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    The book tells the story of Becca who intend to resolve the unresolved relationship with Denny so that it would not affect her relationship with Doug and to move on to another phase of her life with clear conscience. Hence, Becca intentionally tagged along to a hunting and fishing expedition with her twin brother to where Denny is now based. It was there, majority of the story was based. From understanding of the reason behind the abondanment up to realisation of where her true love, the author has done a pretty good job in relating it to the reader. I find reading this book pretty relaxing and i like the ending of the story very much ;)
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This book is meaningful how Becca realizes the important things in life. I love how she expresses her love for children and the people of Virgin River.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    A perfect blend of love, friendship, trust and joy in a community with a pinch of romance, sure to please a wide variety of readers. This book hit home for me and I am sure many women can relate to Becca Timm. As who doesn't have that first real love that one just can't get past, if you are no longer together. Becca a twenty-five year old grade school teacher is still hanging on to the past love of her life Denny, who three years previously had broken her heart. Unknown to her Denny Cutler still harbors resentment toward himself for losing touch with Becca during the most difficult time in his life. So when Becca slyly plans to inconvenience her brother by tagging along on his hunting and fishing trip which includes her former boyfriend Denny. Becca has an agenda and it does not included improving her limited hunting and fishing skills. The trip will place her right in the middle of Virgin River, a little mountain community where Denny now resides and has made a home for himself, even if it is an apartment efficiency over an old garage. Becca's well intensentions of just hanging out as one of the boys on the excursion soon turns into feelings of desire and longing to be in Denny's arms again. Becca later justifies these feelings with wanting to settle things between herself and Denny once and for all. Denny who has no immediate family found this quaint little community of Virgin River has opened it's arms to him and he is quite happy with his new family. In the end Becca learns to trust again while taking a hard look at herself and her past selfishness when it came to her relationship with Denny. Through hard work, friendship, trust and love she opens up her heart to a new life. Bring Me Home for Christmas is a heartwarming tale of love and friendship that any reader can connect with. The characters and scenery are easy to visualize through Robyn Carr's depictions. While her easy on eyes style of writing makes this a great novel to a wide audience of readers. I recommend Robyn Carr to those who like a little bit of romance in a story and who's main characters do not overpower the novel. With the story structured around a heartwarming community in a quaint little town in the mountains, where survival depends on the love and care of each other.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    It’s been years and Becca Timm is now in a very serious relationship that doesn’t include her one-time love Denny Cutler. As her relationship gets closer to “I do’s” she’s left wondering if she’s made the right decision. After her brother mentions an upcoming hunting trip that includes Denny she decides to tag along in hopes of putting out old flames. What was supposed to be a quick trip turns into a very long secluded trip with Denny after Becca breaks her ankle. In the end, it may be the very best thing that happened for both of them.Robyn Carr is actually a new author to me an even though this is actually the sixteenth book in the Virgin River series it was incredibly easy to pick up and enjoy on it’s own. Surprisingly I settled right into the cozy town of Virgin River and the warm inviting characters that lived there. Bring Me Home for Christmas could easily be a stand alone novel and one that would be perfect for a relaxing afternoon with a cup of hot cocoa and a warm blanket.Bring Me Home for Christmas was primarily about the two main characters Becca and Denny. Years prior they were in love and happy, but the sudden death of Denny’s mom pushed him to make the decision to join the military and go to war. After this they parted ways and Becca even found a potential husband. It was really fun to read about their journey back to each other, but I do have to admit that nearly the first half of the book was a bit slow for me. Most of it was getting to know the town and the people there which was fun, but the story didn’t really pick up until about half way through once Becca & Denny reunited. From that point on the book was next to impossible to put down because I absolutely had to know if they ended up together in the end.As a first encounter with the writing of Robyn Carr I’d say it turned out to be a fabulous experience. Robyn definitely knows how to write a cozy novel filled with characters you could imagine welcoming you into their own homes. Though Bring Me Home for Christmas was the sixteenth book in the series it could very well stand all on it’s own and though the first half of the book was a little slower than I would have liked the remaining half was the perfect pace. This would make the perfect read for Chick Lit fans who love a little more romance especially one that’s centered around a snowy cozy Christmas season.My original review was posted at Chick Lit Reviews and News.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    These books are comfort reads. I know I can settle down with one of Robyn Carr’s Virgin River books and read about good people trying to do the right thing, re-inventing their lives and priorities and yes, a great romance story. Bring Me Home For Christmas is no exception. The story starts with the introduction of a twin brother and sister pair heading to Virgin River for a hunting outing. The set-up is the re-uniting of long separated young lovers, now matured and having survived difficult life experiences. In typical Virgin River style, the characters quickly become immersed in each other’s lives, eating together, working together, overcoming a medical emergency, and helping those less fortunate. Carr provides those delicious details many readers of her series have come to love – details of hard work on farms, hunting, the rough and beautiful weather that occurs high up in the mountains, and of course the cooking at Preacher and Jack’s bar. It never fails that after I finish one of these books I am hungry for some comfort food and good coffee! The story did have some weaknesses. The premise of the story and the background of the two main characters are repeated 3 or 4 times, I actually lost count. After the 2nd time I understood the characters’ history and motivation, but Carr goes on to repeat their background again and again. Personally, I love the good old characters in Virgin River, so I would have loved to see more of Mel and Brie. But despite these failings, the book still delivered. The friendship and re-uniting of the two main characters was well-written and not rushed. The strong relationship the heroine had with her family was touching. Personally, I love the way Carr writes female characters and she delivers a great one in this story. In fact, the story brought me to tears at several points, including the ending. Readers of the Virgin River series will enjoy this holiday installment.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Review:Bring Me Home for Christmas by Robyn Carr 4 STARSWell this book kept me up to really early AM. I really like the town of Virgin River and how they take care of everyone. Bring Me Home for Christmas leaves you feeling good and wanting to do more for others in their community. Plus your routing for Becca and Denny to get back together.Becca showed up at her twin's early in the morning with luggage and gun and told him she was going on his hunting and fishing vacation. Rich Timm told her no its was a guys trip and Denny her ex-boyfriend would be their. Becca told him her Thanksgiving plans cancelled and her parents would not go on their vacation if Becca was staying by herself. Rich gave into Becca but told her not to ruin his trip.Becca boyfriend Doug was making lots of plans about them for when he got finshed with law school in Spring. Becca was thinking too much about her breakup with Denny and about him so she needed closure before getting Married.Denny has found a new home 10 hours away from San Diego in Virgina River a small town in the mountains. He found a family in the community after comming home from war. Six years ago when he was stationed in San Diego Rich brought him home one weekend and for three years Becca and Denny were a couple. Even when he was Irac with Rich. When he got out his mom was facing cancer after she died Denny reinlisted without telling Becca and broke up with her. She did not hear from him while he was in Afghanistan even though she wrote and sent emails. After being home for awhile Denny showed back up and wanted to try again but Becca was still hurt and angry sent him away.Denny planned a hunting and fishing vacation with three good friends he made in Irac. He wanted to catch up and have a good time with his buddies even with Rich. He would think of Becca too much with her twin right their.When Rich and Becca showed up at the bar they were to meet at Denny lost it, Denny got angry when Becca introduced herself to Dirk and Troy and told them she blindsided her brother and would they mind her being their. Becca was beautful and Dick and Troy flirted with her and told her she was welcomed. Denny lost his temper and was really rude to Becca and was jealous.First day of hunting ducks she quit early and Denny had to go back to town so took her with him . On the way back they fought and she had Denny pull over. Becca jumped out of the truck planning to walk back to others but she ended up falling down off the side of the road and ended up with a broken ankle and had to be operated on and told she could not travel home for at least 10 to 12 days.I liked how Becca found ways to help while she was stuck on crutches and tried to make the best of it. While she was stuck with Denny they talked about what happened in the past. Becca also got involved with the town of Virgin River and all their service projects doing what she could do.You cared about the characters and wanted to read more about them, and their town. I was given this ebook to read in exchange of honest review from Netgalley.09/27/2011 PUB Harlequin MiraBooksreviewed on readalot blog