Audiobook - narrator is Gary Furlong, who as always, does an excellent job with all the different voices. It is always a pleasure to listen to him narrate!

This is my first book by Jay Hogan and will definitely not be my last. First, let me laud the beautiful New Zealand setting as this book is set on/around the sheep stations in the mountains there. It must take a certain kind of hardy soul to want to live there, so far away from anything urban, even with all the beauty. Luckily for his family, Jules is one such person - this place is in his blood and when his dad has a stroke and is unable to run the station, Jules steps up. Jules is a closeted bisexual who has been mostly attracted to women, so hasn't bothered to rock the boat at home. His father is quite the bigot, even basically disowning his younger son because he is gay. Things change, however, when an occupational therapist comes to rehab his dad and Jules meets Liam. Gorgeous, sunshine-y, out and proud Liam to whom Jules is attracted. Finally...here is a person that makes coming out worth his while, although he fights his attraction for awhile.

Before they can reach their HEA, there are two big hurdles to jump (along with some minor ones), one of which is the super homophobic Father (Paddy). Will Jules be able to continue living there and running the station as he dreams of doing or will his dad also disown him? And if he is able to stay...what does mean for his relationship with Liam? Liam has a doctorate to finish and a business to run....I very much enjoyed Jules's character arc and growth. Liam supported him through everything and is such a sweet guy. Together, their chemistry sizzles and this book leaves little doubt that they're sexually compatible (or is that...combustible? lol).

Between the gorgeous scenery, the wonderful side characters, Jules's and Liam's chemistry, this book is a solid, not super angsty read. I need to go back and restart this series from the beginning!

Jay Hogan never misses and The Art of Husbandry is an example of that. Add to it Gary Furlong's excellent narration, and this audiobook is not to be missed. I've already listened to it twice! I recommend the entire series.

Amazing! This is a gorgeously written series, I’ve loved all the books but Liam and Jules are my favorite. Throughout the series, a personal highlight has been the beautiful descriptions of the Mackenzie County setting. I loved getting the audio version, it adds a little something extra to the lovely vistas. This is a wonderfully long story which I loved. Jules and Liam are pretty special together, so the more time the better. I also appreciated the low angst within their relationship, as the rest of the plot provides plenty of interesting. This will definitely be a comfort listen for me, loved it a whole bunch! A definite 5 ⭐️listen for me.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this audiobook.

Beautifully narrated by Mr Furlong as he brought the characters to life.

Jules 35 yrs Bi, lived on a sheep station with his family right next door to the Miller Station owned by a gay couple. Jules wanted something like them for his future. Jules didnt get along with his father.
Liam 39 yrs was Jules father rehab therapy person after hed had a recent stroke. Liam has a hard time with Paddy and his views on being gay but Paddy didn't know about Jules' status.
I loved that Jules and Liam have some hot chemistry. Scenes progress and some are outed and secrets exposed.
The story is a fantastic one especially with Gary’s vocals. Hot sexy scenes happen but not without some dancing around each other first. Haha I had to laugh at Liam’s attempts at fishing.
God this had me awwwing “I also knew that if I kept going, one kiss would never be enough, and I didnt know what the hell I would do about that”
Liam’s job was only temporary at the station, which makes it interesting to keep reading to see what happens.
Holly ship the ending of this is huge and filled with dramas and emotions.
HEA ending includes dual povs
Triggers…bullying of a side character, dramas with a gun, homophobia talk.

I read the book ages ago and I was desperately eating for the audio since Gary Furlong is an amazing narrator. The way he brings the characters to life just chef kiss 🥰

Excellent addition to the Mackenzie Country Series.
Gray Furlong as brilliant as usual.
Will be reading again and again as with all Jay's books.
I definitely recommend this book.
Patiently waiting for next in the series🥰

Brilliant narration!
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2024
This audiobook is quite sensational.
Such a wonderful plot. Beautiful story. Outstanding narration by Gary Furlong.
This was my first time experiencing a Jay Hogan book and also my first experience listening to this narrator and I was blown away by both! Highly recommended.

Disclaimer :
This listen was an advance copy with no obligation to review. Sharing my thoughts is voluntary.

Audio: 5 stars, Gary Furlong will forever be a 5-star narrator for me!
Book: 4.5 stars (but rounding up for getting me out of a slump)

This book was just what I needed. I was in a massive slump I couldn't get into any book.

But Jules and Liam saved me haha! I loved seeing their hard-fought romance, the emotion and the chemistry I loved it all. This book got me at the right time where everything about this book just worked for me. I am not going to question it.

The ending almost had me crying haha, but I will say the only critic I have is that the ending felt a little rushed, I would have wanted Jules and his dad to talk more. But even with that, it was a great addition to the Mackenzie Country series! I am looking forward to Spencer's story, and whoever his love interest will be!!

Jay Hogan, as always, delivers a wonderful story of love and overcoming obstacles. Masterfully narrated by Gary Furlong, Liam and Jules come to life and I was drawn into the story right away. I can't wait for the next book in the series.

I loved everything about this book; Liam is his own special, take-no-prisoner force that disrupts (in a very good way) Jule’s carefully constructed life on the station. When Liam arrives on the station, as Julian’s very grumpy and quite bigoted dad’s physical therapist sparks fly. Both between the old man and Liam, and, completely different sparks fly between Liam and Jules.
As usual, I’m in love with Jay Hogan’s storytelling. She has a way of describing New Zealand’s breathtakingly beautiful scenery, you just want to catch the first plane and travel the country from end to end!

I am absolutely obsessed with this series, if you haven’t listened to this book then go get it 😍

It is part of the Mackenzie Country series, you could definitely listen to it without the other two first, but you’d just know a whole lot more about some of the characters if you listen to them in order 🙂 also the other two books are just as amazing, I would defo recommend them.

If you love all things country and rural - farming, cowboys, ranches, stations etc - this is probably for you - I’m in the UK and love watching all things animal and farming and I loved all the links in this - so good. It has similar vibes to Red Dirt Heart by NR Walker which is also one of my favourite series.

The chemistry between the Liam and Jules is on fire - the story is fairly spicy but what I love is that the balance between spice and storyline is just right and the book pace never falters and I never lose interest before the end.

Such an amazing listen 😍 Gary Furlong is just such a perfect narrator for this series too.

This is one hell of a heart wretching ride but not really between the MCs as they have solid communication and honesty (which is so refreshing to read). The heart wretching, complex drama stems from the family and outdated ignorant bigotry. I felt for Jules (& Zach) and all they been through and had to fight their father for.
Liam is a breath of fresh air, confidence and charisma that perfectly balances Jules and brings him "out of his shell".
There are the usual ups and downs intertwined with spectacular descriptions that make me long to visit New Zealand.
Jay has a way of weaving in complex emotions that hit home at just the right time, you'll feel along with the characters as they fall, fight and find all they've wanted but never had the chance to dream for. I loved Jules and Liam and their whole found family and I look forward to more from the Mackenzie too!

This story…oh my gosh, it was so good!!!! I knew I would like Jules. Zach’s brother has been trying to fix the bad attitudes at Lane Station that come from his father and his father’s best friend but it has been an uphill battle. Liam is a breath of fresh air on the station and he takes no crap from anyone, let alone Paddy Lane. Liam is just what Jules needed. Their chemistry is instant and Jules has some serious decisions to make before they can have anything like a relationship. I absolutely adored this story!!!! The characters of the Mackenzie have stolen my heart. Gary Furlong does an amazing job with the characters!

I love The Science of Attraction in fact it's one of my favorite reads this year this far and the audiobook makes me love this story even more. The audiobook adds a depth to the story that amplifies the emotions of the story and stresses the love that Jules and Liam develop. Gary Furlong does an excellent job providing to the characters as well.

I completely loved this story! Both main characters are fantastic and the relationship that develops between them is exquisite. I loved how the homophobia was finally addressed within Jules' family and how supportive the crew was on the station. Gary Furlong is a new narrator to me, but I will definitely be looking for more of his narrations in the future. He brought this story to life and gave the characters so much depth with his narration. You definitely can’t go wrong with this audiobook!