Long Hot Summer

By Esha Patel

‘A delicious dose of angst’ Emma Lucy, author of Live, Ranch, Love

Tropes:

  • Single dad!
  • Grumpy/sunshine
  • Angst
  • Spice

Jordan loves lacrosse. She loves the idea of being a counsellor at a lacrosse camp even more.

Rod is exhausted from being a single dad. But he loves teaching kids, and his summer camp is his pride and joy, so he finally decides to take on new staff.

He wasn’t expecting Jordan. And neither were expecting the explosion of chemistry between them.

Jordan’s only staying until July. Rod hasn’t got the time for anything serious. So they can’t develop feelings for each other. They won’t. Right?

Author: Esha Patel
Format: Paperback
Release Date: 21 May 2026
ISBN: 978-0-00-874910-1

Esha Patel is a contemporary romance writer with a love for diverse romances and empowering stories. She is a full-time college student in the Midwest, and has a knack for overbaking so greatly that the resulting yield can probably feed multiple eleven-man soccer teams. When she’s not writing, you can find her drowning in papers, spending time with family and friends, dancing, or watching Real Madrid matches. You can follow Esha on social media @eshapatelauthor or visit her website at eshapatelauthor.com to learn more.

Readers love Esha Patel's romance novels! -

'A fun-filled and heart-warming story about overcoming your fears and finding the courage to love, and how the rewards are always worth the risks.' A. T. Qureshi -

'Fresh, fun, and full of summer sparks—this romance brims with vibrant energy and heartfelt vulnerability.' Jessica Gadziala -

'A perfect blend of fun, emotional, hot and tender. The romance book I didn't know I desperately needed. Stunning!' Maggie Eckersley -

'I loved every second of this book!' NetGalley reviewer -

'I truly enjoyed this read!' NetGalley reviewer -

'Offtrack takes the checkered flag for blending the speed of Formula One with the sizzle of enemies-to-lovers romance' NetGalley reviewer -

'I cannot wait to read more by this author and I will definitely re-read this in the future.' NetGalley reviewer -

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