From acclaimed author Alyssa Cole comes the tale of a city Cinderella and her Prince Charming in disguise . . .Between grad school and multiple jobs, Naledi Smith doesnt have time for fairy talesor patience for the constant e-mails claiming shes betrothed to an African prince. Sure. Right.Delete! As a former foster kid, shes learnedthat the only things she can depend on are herself and the scientific method, and a silly e-mail wont convince her otherwise.Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo, shouldering the hopes of his parents and his people. At the top of their list? His marriage. Ever dutiful, he tracks down his missing betrothed. When Naledi mistakes the prince for a pauper, Thabiso cant resist the chance to experience lifeand lovewithout the burden of his crown.The chemistry between them is instant and irresistible, and flirty friendship quickly evolves into passionate nights. But when the truth is revealed, can a princess in theory become a princess ever after?Selected as one oftheNew York Times 100 Notable Books of 2018!

From acclaimed author Alyssa Cole comes the tale of a city Cinderella and her Prince Charming in disguise . . .Between grad school and multiple jobs, Naledi Smith doesnt have time for fairy talesor patience for the constant e-mails claiming shes betrothed to an African prince. Sure. Right.Delete! As a former foster kid, shes learnedthat the only things she can depend on are herself and the scientific method, and a silly e-mail wont convince her otherwise.Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo, shouldering the hopes of his parents and his people. At the top of their list? His marriage. Ever dutiful, he tracks down his missing betrothed. When Naledi mistakes the prince for a pauper, Thabiso cant resist the chance to experience lifeand lovewithout the burden of his crown.The chemistry between them is instant and irresistible, and flirty friendship quickly evolves into passionate nights. But when the truth is revealed, can a princess in theory become a princess ever after?Selected as one oftheNew York Times 100 Notable Books of 2018!