Summer in the City - Alex Aster

From New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster, creator of the Lightlark Saga, comes her first adult romance, Summer in the City — a vibrant, steamy, and emotionally charged love story set against the dazzling backdrop of New York.

Elle, a 27-year-old screenwriter struggling with writer’s block, gets her big break: a chance to write a major film set in NYC. The catch? Her script is due by the end of the summer, and she hasn’t written a single page. Returning to the city she swore she’d left behind, Elle runs into Parker Warren — the impossibly charming tech billionaire she had a one-night encounter with two years ago.

As their paths cross again, what starts as irritation turns into a fiery partnership — and maybe something more. But as their fake relationship deepens and summer draws to a close, Elle and Parker must decide if their connection is just for the story… or for real life.

Main Themes of the Book

• Enemies-to-lovers romance with irresistible chemistry
• Creativity and inspiration in the chaos of modern life
• Fake dating trope with emotional and humorous twists
• Personal growth and vulnerability amid ambition and pressure
• The magic (and madness) of New York City summers

Why You Should Read This Book by Alex Aster

• From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lightlark.
• A perfect mix of romance, humor, and heartfelt emotion.
• Ideal for fans of Emily Henry, Ali Hazelwood, and Sally Thorne.
• Features witty banter, creative tension, and intense emotional payoff.
• A cinematic story about love, ambition, and second chances.

The book ''Summer in the City'' is a sparkling, sexy, and emotionally rich romance that captures the essence of finding love — and yourself — in the city that never sleeps. With sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters, and all the heat of a New York summer, Alex Aster delivers the ultimate feel-good love story that’s as empowering as it is passionate.