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

He should have stopped for lunch on his way back.


Shaw was waiting for him when he parked, and walked around to his side of the truck as Jordan cut the engine. Jordan didn’t have a whole lot of experience with men, but he knew what he liked, and Beckett Shaw was it. It was sort of unfair how good looking he was—gorgeous, really.


Reining in his thoughts, Jordan hopped out and rounded the bed to drop the tailgate. He was just reaching for the box when Shaw stepped up close. Jordan averted his gaze, not wanting to look at him directly and reveal his interest. He pulled the credit card and receipt out of his pocket and held them up.


Shaw sucked in a fast breath through his nose. “Beckett. Or Beck. Either’s fine.”


Jordan nodded, still not looking, and he completely ignored the warmth of Beckett’s fingers as they slid over his. As soon as he could, Jordan took a slight step away. Being so close to Beckett was a little unnerving.


Chapter 6