Book: Virgin River
Quotes of Book: Virgin River
  1. Robyn Carr _ Virgin River

    Look, Mel. Look at that sky. You can't find that anywhere else on earth. All those stars, that moon-the clear black sky. That belongs to us." She looked up at the most gorgeous sky imaginable, with more stars than she thought existed. He stepped behind her and with his hands on both of her upper arms, he gently squeezed. "You just can't see this in the city. In any city." "It is beautiful," she said softly. "I admit, this is beautiful country." "It's majestic. One of these days, before you pack it in and run for your life, I'd like to show you some things. The redwoods, the rivers, the coast. It's almost time for whale watching." She leaned back against him and couldn't deny it felt pretty good to be shored up by Jack. "I'm sorry about what happened tonight." He leaned down and inhaled the scent of her hair. "I was really impressed with how well you handled it-but I'm sorry he… I hate that he touched you like that. I thought I had an eye on him." "Too quick for me. Too quick for you," she said. He turned her around and looked into her eyes. He thought he saw an invitation there in her upturned face and he lowered his. She put a hand on his chest. "I have to go in now," she said, a little breathless. He straightened. "We both know I couldn't throw you," she said, smiling weakly. "You'll never have to," he said. But he still held her arms, so reluctant to let go. "Good night, Jack. And thanks for everything. Despite Nick-I had a good time." "Glad to hear it," he said. And he let go. She
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