One thing I know about Terry O’Connor—the man has complicated relationship written all over him, something I’ve avoided for pretty much forever. One thing I know about Terry’s hometown, Painted Bay—it’s a long, long way from my life as a Mackenzie Country veterinarian, and dedicated, carefree bachelor. All of which should be good news.
No reason to look twice at the gorgeous man currently staying at Miller Station with his daughter.
No reason to daydream about his soft lips, quirky sense of humour, sexy smile, or the way he blushes whenever he catches me staring which is far too often.
No reason to second guess my future plans or reconsider the no-strings lifestyle I’ve worked hard to perfect.
And absolutely no reason to feel disappointed that Terry is even less interested in a relationship than I am. I should be relieved.
Then why can’t I stop thinking about him and how right it feels when we’re together? Why does my heart spin at the very mention of his name? And why does the thought of moving on without Terry and his daughter in my life feel like the loneliest decision in the world
THE FACTS
📕 m/m contemporary romance
📘 Tons of queer rep, demi sexual
📙 realistic depiction of character with J.I.A
THE GOOD BITS
I have just finished reading this delightful book. Full disclosure, I have a cousin with J.I.A. so I was really moved by Hannah’s story. I found it to be realistic and forthright…the good the bad and the challenging. Great character and a lovely plot woven through the story.
Terry is Hannah’s father and he finds himself with his daughter in the Mackenzie because Zach is going to be assisting Hannah with her assistance dog. Early on, he meets Spencer – the beloved vet who works with the ranchers.
The two men have no reason on earth to “work”. They are remarkably different from one another… and neither of them wants or has time for a relationship. They have completely different priorities, lifestyles and they live in entirely different places.
The thing is… Terry finds that Spencer is breaking down the walls he’s built to protect himself. Spencer finds himself drawn to Terry like he’s never been drawn to anyone before.
This book was super emotional and engaging. I loved the connection that Jay created between Terry and Spencer. The connection they felt was visceral but slow moving… like maple syrup. 🙂
I loved the visits from Painted Bay characters…it was like seeing old friends. And, I continue to adore all the Mackenzie’s characters.
THE LINKS
🖊 Author
I purchased a copy of The Geography of Happiness by Jay Hogan.
Kinzie Things 