Robyn Carr | Jack’s Blog #4

January 29, 2011

Hardly a day goes by that we don’t have interesting things happen here in Virgin River. Hi, I’m Jack Sheridan, owner of Jack’s Bar, and sooner or later I manage to find myself in the middle of what ever’s going on.

Not so long ago Pastor Noah Kincaid had to hitch a ride into town after his truck slid off the road and down a hill. He was avoiding a deer, but we’ve had trouble with that stretch of road before—narrow, winding roads, no guardrails. So I rounded up a few people to help tow him up the hill and while we were working on that an interesting fellow stopped by to see what was up. He asked if we needed a hand, but we had it covered.  

Clay Tahoma was on his way to Nathaniel Jensen’s Large Animal Veterinary Clinic. Turns out the man is a Vet Tech and farrier and will be working with Nate. It also didn’t escape my notice that he’s Native American: bronze skin, high cheekbones, hair down past his waist. Nate dropped by the bar on his way home from a house call at a ranch nearby and gave me the skinny—turns out Clay Tahoma, who was born and raised on the Navajo Nation, is one of the most well known farriers and techs in the horse industry. Lots of stables and breeders would like to have him, but as luck would have it, he has family nearby in Grace Valley, so this was a good choice for him. Plus, the friendship between Clay and Nate goes way back.

Now, I’m not the sort of guy to mention things like this, but I think the women are going to notice this Navajo fella’s looks. He’s a big, muscled guy, which I guess he’d have to be to manage large animals. And that long hair around a town full of jarheads and grunts—that tends to stand out.

The ladies might not have much time, however. I hear he met young Lilly Yazhi his first day at the vet clinic. I can’t say I really know Lilly, but I’ve seen her and know of her—beautiful young Hopi woman who delivers feed to Nathaniel’s stable from her grandfather’s feed store. I know two things about this situation and I know them first hand, almost. The Navajo and Hopi are historic enemies who have been known to squabble to this day. And Clay noticed how pretty she was the second he laid eyes on her.

That gives us a couple of people to watch, but this being Virgin River I can just about predict the outcome. Like I’ve said before, there’s something in the water around here that turns fine, upstanding bachelors into happily married men. Most of ’em put up a good fight, but most of ’em lose.

Welcome back to the river. You’ll never be bored, that’s for sure.

~ Jack Sheridan

Find out more in WILD MAN CREEK or visit Jack's Bar.

PROMISE CANYON January 2011

WILD MAN CREEK February 2011

HARVEST MOON March 2011

Comments

55 comments posted.

Re: Robyn Carr | Jack’s Blog #4

Thank you for the preview of what sounds like a great book!
(Joanne Reynolds 7:56am January 29, 2011)

Great preview.
(Pam Howell 8:02am January 29, 2011)

I agree, this is a great preview. I'm ready to read it now, please!
(Tracey Dent 8:27am January 29, 2011)

Loved the excerpt. And the book covers are works of art.
(Mona Garg 8:35am January 29, 2011)

I like the preview but all your books are great.
(Joan Nilson 10:06am January 29, 2011)

I love your books! They were my comfort zone when my son was serving in Iraq, your good readings helped my mind escape worring about him all the time. Thanks so much
(Melisa Clark 10:11am January 29, 2011)

I really enjoyed Clay and Lilly's story in Promise Canyon. Thanks for another great Virgin River story.
(Jill Hayden 11:08am January 29, 2011)

I enjoyed the little VR peek courtesy of Jack, my favorite of the VR men! This book sounds like another winner in ther series.
(Cheryl Castings 11:26am January 29, 2011)

Great preview! I love the covers of your books but have not read a lot of them, thanks for sharing.
(Gail Hurt 11:52am January 29, 2011)

Thanks for the continuing Virgin River series. I really enjoy your books and I do like reading books that are in a series. You have more to look forward to.The covers of your books are awesome. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the contest and possibly be a winner.
(Mary Christian 12:13pm January 29, 2011)

Looking forward to reading the series.
(Karen Barnett 12:17pm January 29, 2011)

This series sounds interesting.
(Anna Speed 1:04pm January 29, 2011)

I truly enjoy your Virgin River series.
Blessings,
Marjorie
(Marjorie Carmony 2:11pm January 29, 2011)

this sounds so good. putting it on my shopping list:)
(Barbara Studer 2:24pm January 29, 2011)

Oh, loved Jack's commentary and foreshadowing.
(G. Bisbjerg 2:25pm January 29, 2011)

Sounds great...definitely on my TBR list! Love Robin Carr.
(Leanna Morris 3:05pm January 29, 2011)

It's like a trifecta a triple play or trio of good reads. I like the Virgin River series and just the name itself makes me giggle.
(Alyson Widen 3:39pm January 29, 2011)

Sounds interesting
(Deb Pelletier 3:43pm January 29, 2011)

Haven't read any of the Virgin River series yet, but sounds like I need to. I loved Jack Sheridan's narrative, and the books covers are beautiful. I think I also read that a lot of the men are ex military -- even more reason to read them.
(Cathy Phillips 4:01pm January 29, 2011)

This is a great review. I'm already to read. Haven't read any of Virgin River, but alway ready to read someone new.
(Diane Castiglione 4:18pm January 29, 2011)

This review makes me want to go buy the first of the Virgin River series and curl up by the fireplace and read this afternoon.
(Sue Farrell 4:26pm January 29, 2011)

Oh, I would like to visit Virgin River. Looks like an interesting place with some interesting people.

Valerie
in Germany
(Valerie Bongards 4:39pm January 29, 2011)

Thee are many dust bunnies in my home now thanks to the Virgin River series!!
(Pat Willoughby 5:04pm January 29, 2011)

Love Virgin River, Jack. You guys and gals really know how to establish a
hometown anyone would love. Throw in patriotic mood and pretty women
and great guys and then make all of us wish we could visit your bar as one of
your own. Each and every story that comes out of Virgin River invites us all to
sit back and enjoy our time with you. Please don't change as you town grow
outward to accommodate all the newbies. Love to all!
(Sandra Spilecki 5:05pm January 29, 2011)

Thank you for the wonderful journey through Virgin River. Loved it!!!
(Mary Preston 5:09pm January 29, 2011)

I love the Virgin River series, I've read some of the books twice. Can't wait for more of them to come out.
(Wilma Frana 5:23pm January 29, 2011)

Great post... love when characters give you a taste of a book!
(Colleen Conklin 5:50pm January 29, 2011)

I love all of your books, I'm sure this will be no different. Good luck and happy writing!
(Tracie Travis 6:01pm January 29, 2011)

Sounds like a great book, I can't wait to read it!
(Mary Smith 6:43pm January 29, 2011)

Robyn - Just to let you know I'm glad that "Jack" stopped by to fill me in on the latest happenings in Virgin River. Sounds like things are really getting interesting around there right now and I'm real anxious to keep in touch to find out what's going to happen next.

I'm hoping to get some time to come on down and visit because I'd sure like to know what shenanigans Clay and Lilly are going to get into. Tell all the town folks that I said hello and hope to hear all about the going-ons and so to send me a hollar when they have time.
(Jeanne Miro 6:58pm January 29, 2011)

I love the Virgin River series. Keep writing and I will keep reading them. Thanks for the contest!
(Teresa Ward 7:04pm January 29, 2011)

Virgin River sounds like an amazing place to be! If I wasn't married, I'd be moving my butt their in a hurry LOL
(Jolene Allcock 7:17pm January 29, 2011)

I haven't read the virgin river series, but would love to! I love Robyn's books, I just have a big tbr pile and don't have one of those there at present.
(Brenda Rupp 7:26pm January 29, 2011)

ok i will love reading this book, thanks
(Debbi Shaw 7:47pm January 29, 2011)

I received a Jack's Bar coaster today! Now I just need a beer...
(S Tieh 8:19pm January 29, 2011)

I tried one of your books through the recommendation of a co worker and have now bought a second book of yours.
(Diane Sadler 8:58pm January 29, 2011)

Thanks for writing the Virgin River series,I love reading your books. Thanks for giving me a Chance to win it.
(Linda Hall 9:04pm January 29, 2011)

I really love your Virgin River series. Keep them coming! I can't wait to read this book. I love reading about the Riordan men and have been waiting on Wild Man Creek.
(Tabitha Monroe 9:10pm January 29, 2011)

That sounds really good and I'm sure it will be a good read like all the others.
(Amy Christian 9:15pm January 29, 2011)

I cannot wait to get the next book in this series! I have gone in late to work because I just could not put down one of the books in this series and stayed up way too late finishing it! These are the best stories and the absolute best little town ever!
(Theresa Russell 9:26pm January 29, 2011)

Oh, I love your books. They transport me to a wonderfully peaceful place. Thank you!!
(Clio Teixeira 9:43pm January 29, 2011)

It sounds like you have another winner on your hands. I can't wait to read it!! It makes me wish that I was a Navajo!! lol I love to read books like this - the old-fashioned style of storytelling, which is a bit of a lost art. Thank you for keeping it alive.
(Peggy Roberson 10:04pm January 29, 2011)

Your books have become my favorite books - the scenery you
paint with your words is so soothing and I always feel something good around the corner. This from a Nora Roberts/J.D.Robb addict. Thank you for writing your stories.
(Dot West 10:06pm January 29, 2011)

I would love to read this book. Sounds wonderful.
(Maria Antunes 10:09pm January 29, 2011)

This book sounds great. I love visiting my friends in Virgin River. So happy the series is continuing.
(Helen Livermore 10:27pm January 29, 2011)

I really have to visit Virgin River!
(Diane Sallans 10:58pm January 29, 2011)

I love your books. This one sounds great.
(Ginger Hinson 11:44pm January 29, 2011)

What an...uh...interest-whetting entry! I'll definitely be getting this book, as I've been trying to get all your others. Well, some I can't get; they're too rare. But I've been reading those hard-to-find books to the exclusion of your newer books. Next up is WOMAN'S OWN. I'm so glad our city library bought and kept these books. I'm certainly benefiting now that I have more time to read than I did when they first came out.
(Sigrun Schulz 1:35am January 30, 2011)

I love what I've read... only wishh I could move there and hang out and watch the action...
(Cate Sparks 6:30am January 30, 2011)

Haven't read anything by you yet but I do look foward to trying a book by you..........they sound like something right up my alley
(Natalie Kozaczka 11:51am January 30, 2011)

Clay and Lily's story was a treat.
(Maria Munoz 1:56pm January 30, 2011)

I love your books and this looks like one I need to read. Thank you
(Barbara Ryan 5:48pm January 30, 2011)

I love your books and always look forward to the new ones coming out. They know me a my local book store, what more can I say!!!
(Joyce Bruner 1:29pm January 31, 2011)

I would love to read your books,so nice to run into this chance to win one.
(Bonnie Gonzales 8:52pm February 3, 2011)

Would love to live in Virgin River where men take care of their women and women take care of their men and babies! Agatha
(Agatha Townsend 8:46pm February 19, 2011)

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