Mechanic Jordan Hart is down on his luck, so he gladly accepts a temporary job servicing tractors at a hazelnut farm in Newberg, Oregon. He doesn’t expect to be attracted to his boss, Beckett Shaw. Still working on embracing his bisexuality, he’s reluctant to start anything, but Beckett’s gentle coaxing convinces Jordan to take a risk.<br><br>Beckett has vowed not to get involved with anyone until he can restore the Shaw Farms name as a leader in hazelnuts. But there’s no denying his interest in the shy mechanic who shows up at his door. Just as they begin to find a balance, outside forces threaten to tear them apart. Job opportunities force Jordan out of the Portland area he loves so much. But when danger comes too close to Beckett, Jordan must decide if he can follow his heart to the Willamette Valley ... and straight back to Beckett.

Hearts and Hazelnuts

It needed maintenance in the worst way. Jordan would suggest Shaw get all his tractors serviced as soon as possible. After just a few minutes, Jordan spotted the immediate trouble. The fuel line was corroded through. It would have to be replaced.


He headed back out to his truck, unlocked the chests, searched through his tools, and collected the ones he needed. Then he circled around to the other side. He knew he had some fuel lines in one of the compartments, and if he was lucky, he’d have one that would work. He often picked up extra parts when he wandered into supply stores. Having miscellaneous parts on hand had worked in his favor more than once, so he picked up common items when he could. It didn’t take long to find what he was looking for.


Chapter 3