by Robyn Carr
Series: Sullivan's Crossing #4
Genres: Contemporary Romance
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Dr. Leigh Culver loves practicing medicine in Timberlake, Colorado. It is a much-needed change of pace from her stressful life in Chicago. The only drawback is she misses her aunt Helen, the woman who raised her. But it’s time that Leigh has her independence, and she hopes the beauty of the Colorado wilderness will entice her aunt to visit often.
Helen Culver is an independent woman who lovingly raised her sister’s orphaned child. Now, with Leigh grown, it’s time for her to live life for herself. The retired teacher has become a successful mystery writer who loves to travel and intends to never experience winter again.
When Helen visits Leigh, she is surprised to find her niece still needs her, especially when it comes to sorting out her love life. But the biggest surprise comes when Leigh takes Helen out to Sullivan’s Crossing and Helen finds herself falling for the place and one special person. Helen and Leigh will each have to decide if they can open themselves up to love neither expected to find and seize the opportunity to live their best lives.
The Best of Us by Robyn Carr is the fourth book in the Sullivan’s Crossing series and delivers not one but two romances. Small town charm, growing pains and unexpected surprises await you in Colorado.
I love Sullivan’s Crossing from the campground to the small community of Timberlake, Colorado where everyone knows your business. Whether you are a new fan or just picking up this story, The Best of Us, will work as a standalone. I do however recommend starting from the beginning. All the little connections from places to people are not to be missed. Soon you’ll be packing your bags to visit this quaint little town with its majestic views.
In the last book we met Dr. Leigh Culver. She has moved to Timberlake and loves her new practice and they slower pace of life after years spent in busy downtown Chicago. Leigh comes with some emotional baggage. She has never quite gotten over her first love. She threw herself into medical school and her best friend is her beloved Aunt Helen who raised her. All that is about to change when Rob, the local pub owner and widowed father of teenage boys challenges her to explore love again.
Readers are treated to a second romance when Aunt Helen relocates to Timberlake for the summer and finds the perfect place to write on Sully’s front porch. It delighted me to see Sully get his own romance after all everyone deserves love and companionship. This was a fun courtship and Carr made me laugh from talks of pajamas to long walks.
Drama came in the form of a surprise and while not my favorite plot but it was executed flawlessly. The story offered tender moments from Rob’s sons to powerful growth and acknowledgement of the sacrifices parental figures make for the children they love. I am not at all sure if this was the last book, but I would gladly visit Sullivan’s Crossing again.
If you love small town charm, growing pains and unexpected surprises you'll love the stories and characters that await you in The Best of Us by Robyn Carr. #Mustread #NewRelease Share on X
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Mary @StackingMyBookShelves!
I am dying to read something by RC. I will have to put this one my list. Everyone gushes over her. I have to check this one out.
Mary
Rachel
I enjoyed this one too, and I didn’t mind the surprise. Leigh’s vacillation was a little frustrating but I could understand with her condition. Great review, Kimberly!
Olivia Roach
It sounds like this a series you really like and that the character connections and how everything fits together is really good. And works well for the story. And the setting sounds like it is really integreated to this book!
MarthaE
I am always tempted by Robyn Carr titles. I’m glad you liked this and thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Carla
This book sounds like one I would enjoy. Do you need to read this series in order? Great review Kim.
Kimberly
Each book contains its own romance, so no you could jump in. However, I suspect you’ll want to go back after you read it.
Carla
Thanks, I may jump in then.
Jen
I’ve seen Ms. Carr’s books on the review circuit, but never tried them out. This one sounds good and I like that there are two romances – Shannon Stacey did that with some of her Kowalski books. Sounds good!
Anne
You and Jonetta have me deciding to start this series. Who knows when? Fantastic review! Anne – Books of My Heart
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
I love books set in small towns. They always make me think of home. I’ve seen several good reviews for this one so I’m glad to hear you enjoyed it as well. 🙂
Kimberly
Thanks Suzanne, and yep I grew up in a small town too.
Nadene
Love small town romances. I never read this author before even though she has been around for awhile.
Kimberly
Her Virgin Rivers series is my all time favorite
Sophia Rose
Ugh, so behind on series that I want to read. Ever since she introduced the new setting and characters, I knew I would like these, but I’ve been putzing around about reading them. 🙂 I always enjoy when the older couples get some romance, too.
Kimberly
Yeah, this is a good series and definitely worth fitting in to that TBR pile
Angela Adams
When she brings you to those small towns, with her well-developed characters, Robyn Carr is the best! Thanks for the post.
Kimberly
I couldn’t agree more Angela!
Mary Kirkland
Oh goodness, it’s been quite a while since I’ve read one of her books. This sounds like one that I would like though.
Kimberly
You know I love mixing things up?
Laurel-Rain Snow
I love this series, and happily, I downloaded The Best of Us today. I’m glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for sharing.
Kimberly
I am glad to hear you are enjoying this series as well Laurel. Happy New Year!
sherry fundin
I haven’t read any Carr for some time now but looking at that cover makes me want to sit right down and read. lol
Kimberly
Yeah, that cover is so inviting. I can picture myself with a cup of coffee, book or a glass of wine.
Debbie Haupt
Thanks for sharing this Kim. I haven’t gotten around to Robyn’s newest series yet but I have to admit that this one really tempts me bc I love the dual romance and especially the fact that one is for an older couple.
Kimberly
I really enjoyed the older couple, they made me laugh more than once
Maggie @ ReadingDiva's
I haven’t read Robyn Carr in a long time, I think it is time I added her name to the 2019 reading list. Great review Kim!
Kimberly
Happy New Year Maggie. I adored her Virgin River series, and this series rides second.
Melliane
It’s an author that I want to try one day!
Kimberly
I hope you do.
Tanya @ Girl Plus Books
I see Carr’s books everywhere but have yet to try anything by her. I love a good second chance romance and am almost always on board for that trope. Glad you enjoyed this one!
Kimberly
Her Virgin River series is still my favorite. I wept when it ended.
Steph
I don’t read a lot of romance but I love the small town love ones, this sounds fun. Thank you for sharing.
Kimberly
Yep, I always end up wanting to move to the location.
kindlemom1
You know I love small town reads! I tried one of her novellas over Christmas and didn’t care for it I think I need to start with one of her books instead because I really do love family dynamics and small town settings.
Kimberly
You know it’s funny; I love her small-town romances but not her women’s fiction stories.
Nick
The cover is so dreamy! I have all the heart eyes! I do love a good second chance romance!
Kimberly
Me too Nick. This was a fun one.