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

Not that he didn’t enjoy what he was doing. Jordan loved working on engines, and there was a particular satisfaction in servicing the big equipment used in construction. Every day brought him the gratification of a job well done. He didn’t regret taking the position at all, and he was glad he hadn’t had to leave Oregon. It was his home, and even though he was on the other side of the state, at least he was still inside it. Oregon was in his blood. It was who he was.


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