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 wandered, not even really aware of which direction he was heading. Randomly he’d pick up a book because of the cover, glance at the back, and then return it to its proper place on the shelf. It was the act he needed right that moment, the grounding he always found inside, not an actual book to pass the time. He wound up with two anyway, political crime thrillers that sounded like excellent escapism. He was still looking for more when his phone beeped at him. Jordan glanced at the screen and realized it was after seven and his brother was asking when he’d be home.


With a nearly silent sigh, Jordan responded that he was on his way, purchased the books he didn’t know when he’d have time to read, and headed back to his car. Minutes later he was back on the road, driving farther southeast toward his brother’s.


Chapter 9