6 Books like Virgin River to Read While We're Waiting for Season 5

you're as addicted to Netflix's Virgin River as we are, you were probably sad to see the romantic drama extend its pre-Season 5 hiatus over the summer and push new episodes back to September 7. You've also probably read all the books in Robyn Carr's Virgin River series and are wondering what to do until beloved Mel Monroe and Jack Sheridan return to our screens.

Luckily, we have the answer. Here are six romantic novels that can be just as addictive to read as the Virgin River series on those warm August nights.

The Wanderer by Robyn Carr

What story could better suit the tastes of Virgin River fans than another book by Robyn Carr? Set in a small coastal town, The Wanderer tells the story of Hank Cooper, who finds that the fate of the community is in his hands. Hank also meets a beautiful and complicated local woman. The book begins the Thunder Point series.

Small Town Dreams by Nora Roberts

The book's two novels share one message — love can be found in the most unexpected places and with the most unlikely people. Of course, Virgin River fans will love the story's rural setting.

Stealing Home by Sherryl Woods

The protagonist of Stealing Home is forced to rebuild her life from the ground up when her husband leaves the family for another woman. As a bonus, Sherryl Woods' novel kicks off the popular Sweet Magnolias series, which has been successfully picked up by Netflix.

16 Lighthouse Road by Debbie Macomber

Olivia is a controversial family law judge who happens to be at the center of the local newspaper editor's investigation and finds his presence to be pleasant. The book begins the fan-favorite Cedar Cove series.

California Girls by Susan Mallery

Susan Mallery's novel is all about finding yourself in a time of crisis and starting over. What else can you do when the love of your life dumps you? And what if your sisters suffer the same fate in the same week as you?

The Best Man by Kristan Higgins

The protagonist returns to her hometown, where she was left at the altar, to face the demons of her past. She blames her fiancé's best man, but what if he has more up his sleeve than she thought? This is the first book in the Blue Heron series.