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

“My grandpa would kick my ass if he were alive. He taught me better. But after my dad—” Beckett snapped his mouth shut and shook his head again. “Doesn’t matter. It’s done. Are you sure it’s doable? It’s going to make for some long days if you’re working late into the evening.”


Jordan shrugged one shoulder. “I don’t have to be up with the sun and out there rounding up hazelnuts. I can get a later start and work on the other tractors until you bring the windrower in.”


“It’s a deal.” Beckett stood and offered his hand, and Jordan rose and shook it. “How much were you making at your last job?”


Jordan averted his gaze. He hated talking about money. But it was necessary, so he took a breath and raised his gaze to look Beckett in the eye. “Twenty-two an hour.”


A nod and then a breath. “And is that a fair wage?”


“More than,” Jordan responded instantly. He was nothing if not honest.


Chapter 7