Neil Logan, recently graduated equine veterinarian, always felt he’d know when he found the man he wanted to spend the rest of his life with. Unfortunately, though Neil cares deeply for him, his college roommate Jordan is not that man. Neil takes a summer position far from home, foolishly thinking time and distance will cool Jordan’s feelings for him, and they can both move on.<br><br>Neil’s job is on an island attractive to tourists. There, horses are the sole mode of transportation, and Rolf Gundersen is the head farrier. Neil is immediately attracted to the handsome, mature man, and starts to believe Rolf might be the one for him. Frustratingly, despite Neil’s best efforts, Rolf seems determined to avoid him.<br><br>When Neil discovers the reason for Rolf’s aloofness, he’s able to forge a relationship with the farrier. Can Rolf and Neil find happiness in their newfound love, or will Jordan continue to be a factor in Neil’s life, possibly undermining Neil’s efforts to win Rolf over?

Once Upon an Island

“I don’t see any cars,” Neil observed.


“That’s right. Other than the fire trucks and ambulance—no motorized vehicles allowed. Horses and bikes—the only way to get around.”


“Wow! Really cool. I could get used to this real quick.”


“So, this is your first trip north?” Kip asked.


“Anyone’s been here this early before, would know better than wear only a sweatshirt,” Kip said. “That where you went to school?” He nodded toward the A&M insignia.


“Better get ya one. Be a few weeks before it gets warm up here. The big lakes that surround the island keep it from gettin’ too warm even when it’s the middle of summer. There’ll probably be something up at the stable we can find for you to wear until ya can get one of your own.”


Chapter 5