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 blew out a relieved breath. “Thank fuck it’s not expired.”


Jordan wasn’t going to examine the happy feeling that washed through him at the announcement. If Beckett was worried about an expiration date, it had been a while since he’d had a need for them. Jordan wasn’t stupid enough to think Beckett hadn’t had lovers, but there was something exciting about being the first one in a long time. Jordan felt chosen.


Unless, of course, Beckett just hadn’t had the opportunity in rural Oregon and Jordan was the first willing thing to come along.


“Hey, no. What’s with the frown?”


Jordan startled and shook his head. “What? Nothing. I’m fine. Kiss me.”


Beckett went still instead and smoothed a stray lock back from Jordan’s forehead. His gaze was intense. “Jordan?”


Christ, his name sounded good on Beckett’s lips. He wanted to turn away from the scrutiny, but he was naked. Jordan trusted Beckett enough to let him inside his body. He should be able to tell Beckett the truth.


Chapter 21