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A review by lillyreads_08
The Science of Attraction by Jay Hogan
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
5.0
“To be completely honest, he had me in knots long before we ever kissed.”
The Science of Attraction the first book from Jay Hogan I've read and I need to ask myself "What did it take so long?" because this was such a delightful story!
I loved how the romance between Jules and Liam felt so genuine and authentic. Jules is bisexual but has never explored his attraction to men, and living with a homophobic father who shunned his own gay son, you can understand why he may never wanted to. However, Liam and seeing his brother living his authentic self finally pushed him to be true to himself.
The easy banter and friendship that grew between them were wonderful to read. Liam was gentle and understanding, never pushing Jules, allowing him to come to his sexuality at his own pace. He was supportive and just loving creating a safe space for him. The writing really showed how their feelings morphed and deepened.
There was so much sensuality in the writing. Jay made the attraction, lust and love between these two so sensual. It just wasn't sex between these two, even when they didn't know if their relationship had a future. Jules also allowed Liam to overcome his fears of commitment and finally let himself be loved.
The Science of Attraction the first book from Jay Hogan I've read and I need to ask myself "What did it take so long?" because this was such a delightful story!
I loved how the romance between Jules and Liam felt so genuine and authentic. Jules is bisexual but has never explored his attraction to men, and living with a homophobic father who shunned his own gay son, you can understand why he may never wanted to. However, Liam and seeing his brother living his authentic self finally pushed him to be true to himself.
The easy banter and friendship that grew between them were wonderful to read. Liam was gentle and understanding, never pushing Jules, allowing him to come to his sexuality at his own pace. He was supportive and just loving creating a safe space for him. The writing really showed how their feelings morphed and deepened.
There was so much sensuality in the writing. Jay made the attraction, lust and love between these two so sensual. It just wasn't sex between these two, even when they didn't know if their relationship had a future. Jules also allowed Liam to overcome his fears of commitment and finally let himself be loved.
I was reminded that this was all new for him. Brand fucking new. The fact he’d shown up at all was pretty damn brave, considering what had happened to his brother. And yet here he was.
Thirty-five years old and feeling cared for and safe and protected and like I was someone’s priority was a brand-new, head-fucking experience. Walking into Liam’s cottage at the end of the day felt like coming home in a way I’d never experienced before.
I loved how Jay captured Mackenzie Country. I don’t think I have ever read a story that took place in New Zealand, but they really showcased the beauty of this region.
I absolutely despised the father and his homophobic friend. I could not stand how hateful they were. I didn’t read Zach’s story but you could see the pain he still carries from being rejected. I also wasn’t crazy about how his mother stood by him; he’s an awful human, and she should have taken a stand earlier. How can you watch your husband shun your child and just treat them so awful and allow it? I’m glad she eventually did, but how could you stay with such a person and be a good person? I did question that.
On the other hand, I loved seeing Jules stand up for himself and not hide his relationship once everything came to light. He was ready to walk away from all he had known and out of his father’s shadow and stand up for himself, Liam and Zach.
“I am thirty-five years old, and I have given everything to this station. Everything. I will not be treated like a child who doesn’t know their own mind and who can’t choose to love whomever I want. I’ve spent my entire life living by your rules. We both have.”
“I always look after what belongs to me, baby. That’s what I do. It’s in my genes. I’m a shepherd. Nothing gets past me to harm you. Ever. No wolves. No homophobic arsehole fathers. Nothing. You might like to take charge and boss me around in bed, but I have your back everywhere else. You’re always safe with me. Always. I need you to know that.”
Overall I really enjoyed The Science of Attraction and I look forward to reading the other books in the series.