Fans of Virgin River puzzled by disappearance of key character
Virgin River fans are perplexed by the absence of a beloved character in the final Season 5 episodes on Netflix The mystery surrounding Ava's disappearance has left viewers yearning for answers
The last episodes of Season 5 of Virgin River are now available on Netflix, but some fans are puzzled by the absence of a certain character. Part 2 of Season 5 did not disappoint, leaving viewers with plenty of cliffhangers to look forward to in the next season.
Charmaine's ongoing pregnancy storyline got some closure, but other storylines have been left open for interpretation. One of these open storylines is the disappearance of a "missing" Virgin River character who left before the festive episodes without a trace.
Virgin River fans left confused over “missing” character
Following the release of Virgin River Season 5 Part 2, some fans have been left wondering why Ava (Libby Osler) was “missing” from the festive episodes.
Ava is a character that viewers had previously seen in Season 5, but appears to be left out of Part 2 for no valid reason.
Noticing Ava's absence, Reddit user NiniBebe wrote: "Has anyone talked about why Ava wasn't in the Christmas special? Did she take a break from VR for the holidays or something that I missed?"
In response, one fan humorously said, "She was probably busy at the hat store," while another suggested, "Probably spending time with her family..."
It's unclear why Ava isn't in the Virgin River Christmas special, but one Redditor has a theory.
Actual-Reference3125 suggests that Ava stayed in Virgin River until the sisters found a buyer for the farm. The sale seems to have been made with Jack and Mel, as Brady mentions he's helping Jack build a new home for free. Ava was originally living in Portland, so she likely went back there. It would be interesting to see Tara, Chloe, and Ava return to the farm when Jack and Mel finally get married there.
“No mention that the new home Jack is building has anything to do with the farm,” another user disagreed.
Is Ava missed in Virgin River?
Despite the lack of specific information, it was evident that many other fans did not notice Ava's absence from Virgin River.
"I don't want to sound mean, but I didn't miss her at all. Maybe I am being a little harsh, but I just didn't care for her character. We already got the message about endometriosis through her, so she can go now. I really hope she doesn't come back for Season 6. She's just going to waste screen time," remarked one viewer.
"I wasn't really interested in her character, I was just curious because she seemed like she was going to be another supporting character. I wish they would stop introducing new characters and focus more on the main characters, especially Mel and Jack," another person agreed, while a third person added, "I just realized now that she wasn't in the episode. That's how little impression she made on me."
You can now stream Virgin River Season 5 on Netflix, and you can find more coverage below:
Editor's P/S
As a dedicated fan of Virgin River, I was surprised and disappointed by the absence of Ava in the final episodes of Season 5. Ava's character had been gradually introduced and developed throughout the season, and her storyline involving endometriosis had resonated with many viewers. Her sudden disappearance without any explanation left me feeling puzzled and unsatisfied. I believe that the writers missed an opportunity to explore Ava's character further and provide closure to her storyline.
While some fans may not have been particularly attached to Ava's character, I found her to be a relatable and well-portrayed individual. Her struggles with endometriosis and her determination to overcome them added depth and realism to the show. I would have appreciated more screen time dedicated to Ava's journey and her interactions with the other characters. Overall, I hope that the writers will address Ava's absence in future seasons and provide a satisfying resolution to her storyline.
