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

While they ate, Beck told Jordan everything that had happened. With every word, Jordan’s blood boiled. He knew that slimy fuck Gagnon would do something to hurt Beckett, but was grateful it had only been property and not Beck himself. Jordan wouldn’t be responsible for his actions if something happened to Beck.


The knock at the door interrupted Jordan, and he followed as Beck got up to answer it. He couldn’t be sure who was on the other side, and he needed to be there.


“Sheriff Rawlins. What can I do for you?”


“Good evening, Beck. Is Cory Richards here?”


“He’s in his apartment,” Beck said. Jordan stepped closer, not liking the caution in Beck’s tone. “Is there a problem?”


“Nothing like that. Would you get him and come outside please?”


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