Wednesday, February 16, 2011

PROMISE CANYON: A ROBYN CARR VIRGIN RIVER NOVEL GIVEAWAY

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PROMISE CANYON
BY ROBYN CARR
A Virgin River Novel

ABOUT THE BOOK:
After years spent on ranches around Los Angeles, Clay Tahoma is delighted to be Virgin River's new veterinary assistant. The secluded community's wild beauty tugs at his Navajo roots, and he's been welcomed with open arms by everyone in town—everyone except Lilly Yazhi.

Lilly has encountered her share of strong, silent, traditional men within her own aboriginal community, and she's not interested in coming back for more. In her eyes, Clay's earthy, sexy appeal is just an act used to charm wealthy women like his ex-wife. She can't deny his gift for gentling horses, but she's not about to let him control her. There's just one small problem—she can't control her attraction to Clay.

But in Virgin River, faith in new beginnings and the power of love has doors opening everywhere.…
 
  
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
"A fellow writer asked me, 'Who is your villain?' And I realized that in the work I do, I don't have villains—I have issues. And that's exactly why women's fiction knows no limits," says author Robyn Carr. "I'm naturally drawn to strong, capable female characters, and when I begin a story I ask myself, 'What is she up against?' I try to write about issues that every woman faces at some point in her life, without ever losing sight of the basic sense of humor that helps us all through hard times."

The author of over twenty novels, Robyn reaches a wide audience with her writing. In addition to her touching novels, she's written historical romance, series romance and a gripping thriller. "This is the best job I'm ever going to get wearing my nightgown," she says of her writing career.

Originally from Minnesota, Robyn and her family have seen much of the country thanks to her husband, Jim, and his career in aviation. After the two high school sweethearts married, Jim joined the air force during the Vietnam War. They've lived in Texas—all four corners—Florida, California and Arizona.

The couple moved to Henderson, Nevada, so Jim could explore a new business opportunity. "At first, being a Great Plains girl at heart, I said, 'Oh, no, not another desert!' It didn't take me long to fall in love with the beauty of Nevada—and the unrivaled spectacle of nearby Las Vegas!"

Robyn well remembers how she began her career as an author over twenty-five years ago. "I was trained as a nurse, but found it impossible to get work because my husband was constantly being transferred. At the time I was reading a lot of genre fiction for the escapist fantasies and I thought to myself, 'I can write this!'"

And how was her first foray into the world of literature received? "It was universally panned. I thought I had written Gone with the Wind, but in actuality it was complete trash." In fact, it was on her third effort that Robyn finally succeeded in her efforts to become a published author.

Now that Robyn's two children are grown—and finally out of the house—she has the luxury of a little free time. "Until my kids grew up, I didn't realize that a person could have hobbies other than laundry," she jokes. But it turned out not to be hobbies that keep Robyn busy when she isn't writing—she found her niche in community service. She has mentored a seniors memoir-writing group, attends book club chats in and out of state whenever possible and is working with her local library on fundraising and visiting author events that bring writers, their books and the community together. And, since the library is in her focus, she sits on the Library Board of Trustees for the city. "It is the people in my life that fills the well," she says. "Especially the people that share my love for books and writing."


AN EXCERPT FROM PROMISE CANYON:
Clay Tahoma headed into the mountains of Humboldt County, Northern California, along Highway 36, a narrow road that had lots of sharp turns along the way. According to his GPS the next left would lead him to a town called Virgin River. It appeared to be the nearest town to his destination, the Jensen Veterinary Clinic and Stables, and he wanted to check it out. He was nearing the turnoff when he noticed something up ahead—some pickups parked at the side of the road.

He slowed down and pulled over, curious to see what was going on. He got out of his truck and walked past a number of vehicles toward a large flatbed truck. There were men standing around watching as a forklift with a large cable attached pulled away from the edge of the road. Clay approached one of the men. He was as tall as Clay and wore a plaid shirt, jeans, boots and ball cap. "Whatcha got, friend?" Clay asked.

"One of our town slipped off the road and got stuck—luckily came up against a big tree not too far down the hill. That's how he managed to get out and climb back up."

"Who's pulling him out?" Clay asked.

"Aw, one of our boys has a lot of construction equipment. He's a contractor up this way." The man put out his big hand. "Jack Sheridan. You from around here?"

"Name's Clay Tahoma, originally from Flagstaff and the Navajo Nation. Lately from L.A. I'm up here to work with an old friend, Nathaniel Jensen."

Jack's face took light at that. "Nate's a friend of mine, too! Pleasure to meet you." TO READ THE REST OF THIS EXCERPT, GO TO HARLEQUIN BOOKS HERE!

GIVEAWAY 

I HAVE ONE NEW HARD BACK
COPY OF PROMISE CANYON
 MYSELF TO GIVE AWAY 
TO A LUCKY READER
 
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150 comments:

mamabunny13 said...

I find it interesting that she has mentored a seniors memoir-writing group...very cool.
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Karen B said...

Her books have been on my TBR list for a long time - perhaps this will be the 1st one I read?
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Karen B said...

Some of my favorite authors have been featured guests at her Carr Chat.
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I would love to read this book. It sounds very interesting. Please enter me in contest. Tore923@aol.com

Carol N Wong said...

I have never read any of her books but I would like to try her. You are going to think it odd but in the video, on the table to left side of her was the clock that my aunt gave my mother! I played the video twice just to see the clock.
Robyn Carr from the video seems like a sort of person that would be nice to have as a friend.


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Carol N Wong said...

I tweeted:
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Carol N Wong said...

I would like to read 'Deep in the Valley' from the Grace Valley series. The main character was a doctor's daughter so she wanted to be one too. My father was also a doctor but almost all doctors were men when I was choosing a career so I didn't try that.


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debbie said...

I would love to see what happens with their romance.
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debbie said...

I have read her book a summer in sonoma, it was really good.
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debbie said...

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holdenj said...

I like the mix of him being from the Navajo nation and a vet.
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traveler said...

I read The house on Olive Street which was memorable. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

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Karen B said...

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scottsgal said...

She's traveled quite a bit with her husband and his aviation career

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scottsgal said...

I read forbidden falls last year and really enjoyed it
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Laura H. said...

This book is one in a series of books centered on a small, rural, rugged town of Virgin River. Although I have not read anything in this series, I'm beginning to wonder why since I enjoy stories about small-town people and how their lives intertwine.

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Laura H. said...

Tweeted giveaway: http://twitter.com/#!/MamaHendo3/status/39507847343652864

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Laura H. said...

From her website I learned that Robyn is another author who is a fan of the Twilight series.

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February FB fan bonus entry (Laura G. Henderson).

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YWLiang said...

What I find interesting:
She married a man who she's known since high school. I'm often told that high school loves don't last because high schoolers are still young, but I guess not in Robyn's case! I'm happy for her :)


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YWLiang said...

I would love to read By Right of Arms! :)


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Anonymous said...

I love the cover and that the x wife and husband seem to still have some romance

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rubynreba said...

I'd like to read this story about the power of love!
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rubynreba said...

Her greatest extravagance is her children.
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MRWriter said...

I like that she doesn't write villains, she writes about issues.

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MRWriter said...

I'd like to read her anthology, "To Mother With Love."

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Anonymous said...

Clay is Navajo. I love the Navajo people. Met them while in Monument Valley. I'd like to read this.

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gcpeach17 said...

Robyn Carr has been a favorite of mine from long ago....I haven't read her recently and am not sure why. I love the issues she writes about and the small town closeness. I would love to win this book. It sounds like the Virgin River books may be yet more good reads from this acclaimed author.

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gcpeach17 said...

I have the Grace Valley series and some of her older writings. How she makes you want to actually live where her stories are set is amazing.

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Jolee said...

Very interesting stuff! From your write-up, I learned that CArr was trained as a nurse but had a hard time getting employment because of her husband's moving requirements. This in part prompted her writing career. joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net

Jolee said...

From her website, I read that she married her high school sweet heart AND was a military wife. joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net

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C said...

I have to say: the mention of ranches and vet work has already drawn me in!
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Mona said...

I read in the bio that Robyn writes about issues that women face, while injecting a sense of humor and that combo appeals to me. Also, her book covers are gorgeous.

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Mona said...

I read on her site that she was an average student with more interest in cheerleading and boys than academics.

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Misusedinnocence said...

I thought it was cool that the author's from Minnesota. So am I! :)

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Nancye said...

I would like to win this book because it sounds really interesting (not to mention Clay sounds really HOT!!)

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I found it interesting that while Robin was taking it easy while she was pregnant she devoured books that her neighbor brought to her. I did the same thing and read just about anything my family and friends would bring me.

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