Ryotaro once humiliated Dejonae on a massive public stage, making him her "sworn enemy".

by Nia Arthurs is the fifth installment in her popular Billionaire Dads series. It is a contemporary, slow-burn AMBW (Asian Male, Black Woman) romance that focuses on themes of family, forgiveness, and disability. Core Premise & Characters

The story follows , a strong-willed college student and aspiring songwriter, and Ryotaro Sazuki , a cold and ruthless Japanese classical music legend.

A central theme as the leads trade barbs before Ryotaro's "ruthless emperor" mask begins to slip.

Because the daughter reminds Dejonae of her own sister, she agrees to work at Ryotaro’s foundation, forcing the two into close proximity despite their mutual animosity. Key Tropes & Features

The story highlights the challenges of raising a child within a strict, traditional family.

Reviewers on The StoryGraph describe the book as funny, hopeful, and emotionally resonant. Book Details Series: Billionaire Dads (Book 5). Length: Approximately 416–449 pages. Release Date: July 2022 (eBook). Audiobook: Narrated by Stefan Cordova and Charlie L. Wood. Prickly Romance by Nia Arthurs - The StoryGraph