You can tell Patel has a lot of love for Formula One. The writing in regards to the racing itself was very meticulous and you can tell the details were important to her. However, I just didn’t feel any chemistry between the two love interests and the off track bits were a slough to get through. I’ll still probably read more in the series if there is any, just because of how much I liked the F1 details. Maybe other characters will speak to me more than this pair did.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I really loved this version of a second chance romance especially that it was F1! I will say I was confused in some places, but the story was there. I feel like this could be a movie easily which is always a good sign while reading a book! These two are so sweet and I love a good reformed playboy.

‘Offtrack’ is a page-turning sports romance that immerses you in the thrill of Formula One Racing and reminds us that together we can make positive and equitable change in the world!

Our MFC, Diana Zahrani, is fierce and confident while also being human and vulnerable in a male-dominated sport. The illustration of chauvinism in many forms was well-written and frankly relatable. Patel did a great job showcasing how challenging it is for women to navigate for equality and a fair shot and the importance of allies advocating for their peers.

Offtrack is written in Dual POV from Diana and Miguel’s perspectives and while I don’t often sincerely relate to both of the main character's POV, I did in this book. At first, the mechanics of the action-packed racing scenes were challenging since I had no exposure to Formula One; however, I instantly appreciated the team politics, was enraptured by the fierce competition, and quickly caught on to the sport's lingo.

At three stars I liked it and recommend it if you enjoy sports romance, authentic vibes from a strong MFC who is overcoming adversity, or a second-chance romance with a HEA. I was also impressed to learn that this is a debut novel for author, Esha Patel, who is also a full-time college student and has several additional novels on deck!

I craved a bit more zing and flirty dialogue between Diana and Miguel and the transitions between scenes mid-chapter were not smooth at times. I found myself backing up to reread the last few sentences to be sure I didn’t miss something between paragraphs. This could be solved by adding an on-page visual flourish to simply alert the reader to a scene change.

THANK YOU to Esha Patel, NetGalley, and Harper 360 eARC copy in exchange for my honest review!

ZOOOOMMMM… Diana Zahrani is Formula One’s first female racing driver this century. She is out there to prove she earned her seat and wants to keep it. Diana doesn’t have time for love. Miguel de la Fuente looks down at rookies, there is no way one will take the championship from him…espcially a woman.

This was a fun read being an F1 fan, especially during a non-race week.

Thank you NetGalley and Avon for an advanced copy!

I enjoyed the premise of this book! The idea was there for sure, however, I was not a fan of this. I wanted to enjoy it so badly but I just could not get into it. I loved the idea of Diana changing the name of the game and how she was so powerful but the rest was blah. I could not understand the humor in this book, as in I could see where some scenes were supposed to be funny, however, I just could get with it! Again, I loved the idea behind this but it just did not hit the mark. I am sorry 😢😢😢😢😢

2 stars!

I was so excited because I love formula one and thought this book would be a hit for me but unfortunately I really didn’t like it. I did not feel like Diana and Miguel had any chemistry, and I also did not connect with the writing. There were also so many POVs which felt very unneeded, and overall just disappointed.

Thank you to Netgalley and Avon for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was a really cute romance and I highly recommend it for fans of racing. I think the book is well paced and the conversation between the two main characters is cute and really shows how close they get as the story progresses. I love that is is based around racing and how that causes both similarities and issues between them because it made it feel more earned when they are trying to develop their relationship and see where they stand with one another.

I must admit that I really appreciated the author's attention to detail in describing the Formula 1 racing in this narrative. Either she is a major fan or her research is really good.

Now, in reference to this romance. I feel strongly that Diane and Miguel lacked chemistry. There didn't seem to be much of a connection between them outside of their sporting pursuits. Also, why was Miguel's "fiancé" even included in the book? If he was going to be with Diane, there was no need to even try to create a relationship between them. In addition, the girl was still enrolled in college, so no.

*sidebar: I don't know what it is with me choosing these slow burns but I'm going to have to slow it down.

All and all this is an alright read. If you are a fan of romance with a high-stakes racing, the add this one to your tbr.

I started this one with high hopes after recently reading my first F1 romances. Unfortunately, got whiplash in the first 10% and deleted it from my Kindle. Moving on to something else.

The Formula 1 circuit is turned upside down after Diana Zahrani becomes the first woman in the modern era to race. Her path to becoming the next F1 star is muddled with sexism and prejudice, as she has to work harder than the men to prove she is worthy of her seat. As the racing seasons continue, Miguel de la Fuente, famous third generation racer, becomes an unsuspecting ally for Diana.

Goodreads shows the top genre for this book as romance and sports romance. I went into this book thinking that it would be romance with a sprinkle of F1, but immediately I realized this was an F1 book with a sprinkle of romance. There is a relationship that builds by the end of the story, and some would say this is a slow burn, but it wasn’t until around 77% into the book that anything truly romantic happened between the two main characters. This love story fell flat for me as it took a while to progress and I’m thinking other readers may be disappointed as well. I would argue that this book’s genre should be mainly labeled as Formula 1 or sports genre, as the racing element was incredibly well written and informative. I was shocked at how detailed the racing elements were as I was not anticipating how in depth this would be. I’ve watched a few F1 races (but I wouldn’t call myself a fan) and felt that someone who has not watched or followed could still enjoy this story.

As a female working in a male dominated industry myself, the challenges Diana faced resonated with me immensely. Diana’s strength, resilience, and perseverance was truly the most redeeming aspect of this story. Additionally, the love she has for her family and the way she cares for those in her life is beautifully written. There is no story without Diana, and it is clear that Patel made sure the reader knew this was the case.

I struggled with the pacing of this book. The story starts out strong and fast, but gradually levels off. I found myself skimming through some of the plot (I can’t stand when I do this) as I felt like some of the details weren’t necessary or did not add to the plot itself.

I think this book is perfect for someone who is looking for a Formula 1, racing, sports story that happens to have a trace of romance. Thank you to NetGalley and Harper 360 for giving me the chance to read this as an ARC for its upcoming print publishing!

This book follows Diana Zahrani, who is the first female F1 racer. While other racers and teams treat Diana as the stereotypical woman that should just be the pretty face of F1, Miguel de la Fuente, takes her seriously. She becomes his ultimate competitor and as the races go along, sparks begin to fly between them, leaving them to make hard decisions between love and racing.


I was so excited to read this book and wanted to love it but it did fall a little short for me. The writing style might just not be for me because it just was not as captivating as I expected it to be. The characters lacked depth and I felt like I couldn’t really connect with them. I thought the overall storyline was good but just think this style of writing isn’t for me.


Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this book

As a Formula One fan, I was so excited to read this, yet so disappointed. Conversations were hard to follow and the many different points of view at times confused me. I have to say I did end up skipping to the ending after a couple of chapters.

It's the year for F1 romances and I am here for it. I have a very lengthy TBR and was eager to read Offtrack with it's driver/driver romance.

Overall, I thought this was a great start to this series. There's some plot points that needed to be strengthened as I couldn't quite see the reason behind the betrothal except that the family deemed it. Even when things were obvious, the family seemed to be team what makes you happy.

Another thing that I noticed was that they didn't really remember each other from their karting days especially since they had such strong reactions to one another during that time.

I thought the F1 aspect wasn't too bad, you see a lot of what happens today occur in this book. And now women F1 is very much a possibility and I'm here for it. It tackled a little bit in Offtrack, so I liked a reigning F1 woman driver. Diyanah, LOVED her character and she was here to prove everyone wrong. She does it over and over again.

I wish there was more on the romance as a romance lover, that's what I crave more than anything.

I did enjoy this one and am looking forward to the next book! Bravo and here's to more F1 romances.

I enjoyed this book especially as I have been in my sports romance era! This book felt like being immersed fully in the F1 world, and I also really appreciated how it explored the gender dynamics present within the sport today. Some pieces were a bit unrealistic for me (e.g., some of the chemistry, Diana's immediate strength) but I did enjoy the read.

Offtrack by Esha Patel is a romance based in the Formula 1 racing world. It is a story about Diana and Miguel. The focal point of the book is focused of F1 with a little bit of romance. I enjoyed the focus of Diana’s struggles as an F1 racer. Being a woman in a male dominated field is hard and it showcased how much harder she had to work in comparison to her male teammates. Overall I hard a hard time with the book because Miguel was engaged to someone else for over half of the book.

I wanted to love this. I struggled to get into it. I ended up dnfing.
I will not be posting on goodreads since I dnf'd I don't want to deter anyone from trying it.

This is such a cute read. Diana is a well rounded character and a breath of fresh air. Miguel feels a little flat to me unfortunately, like he needs more something. It’s clear the author knows a lot about racing so that’s really nice to see. Story feels a bit rushed but overall a decent read.

Loved this book!! However, it did take me a while to get into. As someone who doesn't follow F1, I struggled to follow along with the pacing of the book at first and all the terminology. She did a great job of explaining everything! HOwever, it felt like too much terminology and after a while I did get overwhelmed. Aside from that, I loved the chemistry between the two characters, and I always love seeing a BADASS FMC!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper 360 for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Esha Patel's Offtrack offers a thrilling dive into the world of Formula One, blending the high-octane thrills of racing with a steamy rivals-to-lovers romance. At the heart of the story is Diana Zahrani, the first female driver in F1 in decades, who struggles against the sport’s deeply ingrained sexism. Her rival, Miguel de la Fuente, is a championship favorite who initially dismisses her as just another distraction. As the season progresses, their constant encounters on and off the track spark a chemistry that neither can ignore.

The book's slow-burn romance is interlaced with vivid details of the racing world, making it particularly engaging for fans of the sport. However, while the racing elements are well-researched and add authenticity, some readers might find the romance underdeveloped compared to the book’s focus on the challenges Diana faces in a male-dominated arena. The chemistry between Diana and Miguel builds gradually, but the payoff might not fully satisfy those craving a more intense or immediate connection.

Despite some pacing issues and a somewhat conventional plot, Offtrack shines in its portrayal of Diana's resilience and the dynamic between the leads. Patel's affection for F1 is evident, and the book successfully highlights both the excitement of racing and the personal struggles of breaking barriers. For readers who enjoy sports romances with a strong female protagonist, this book offers a compelling, if somewhat predictable, ride.

"Was this what we did to our women? Crippled them with so many expectations that they crumbled at their own hand?"

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper 360 for this eARC.

This book follows Diana Zahrani who is Formula 1's first female racing driver this century. The others are told to be careful around her and let her just be a pretty face for good advertising, but she's there to win. Miguel de la Fuente is a World Championship favorite, and he's not taking any rookie seriously. Motorsports is a small world, and Diana and Miguel are forced together racing their way to the top. For the sake of their teams, Diana and Miguel have to decide where their priorities lay, on the track, or off with each other.

"Cariño, you're that top step of the podium for me. You're my championship. Screw the trophies."

I really ended up enjoying this book. I don't understand much about F1 to be honest, and this is my first F1 romance book. However, despite this book having a large amount of racing involved, it really added to the story. The romance ended up being so so cute too. I loved the conversations surrounding women in racing too.