Appalachian Paradise Author:Maggie Bishop Athletic career woman meets good-ole-boy for a five-day backpacking trek in the rugged North Carolina mountains. Appalachian born Wes triggers Suzannes resentment and her desire amongst boars, bears and Girl Scouts. Suzannes pack and old hurts lighten as Wes easy charm helps her truly see the hope and allure of spring flowers, love and forgiveness.