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'Virgin River' Is a Better Show After Deviating From the Books
MovieWebStory by Patricia Scheer-Erb
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Netflix's 'Virgin River' thrives by straying from its book origins, delivering an even more captivating small-town drama.
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- Showrunner Sue Tenney has made bold moves, like killing off major book characters, to craft a more compelling on-screen narrative.
- Fans are hooked on the gripping plots and complex character arcs, which have surpassed the source material's emotional depth and intrigue.
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Sue Tenney, Netflix, 'Virgin River'