Khai Diep is convinced he cannot experience major emotions like love, a belief shaped by his autism. His family understands his neurodiversity differently, but Khai remains resistant to relationships. Taking matters into her own hands, his mother travels to Vietnam to find him a suitable partner.

Esme Tran, a young woman from Ho Chi Minh City struggling to support her family, seizes the opportunity to move to America and meet Khai. She diligently tries to win his affection, following "lessons in love." However, Esme soon finds herself falling deeply for Khai, a man who insists he is incapable of reciprocating her feelings. As Esme's visa approaches its expiration, Khai must confront his preconceived notions about love and acknowledge that emotions manifest in diverse ways.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores neurodiversity and autism in a heartfelt contemporary romance, offering an "own voices" perspective.
• Features a unique cross-cultural love story, bridging Vietnam and the United States.
• Delves into themes of emotional discovery, self-acceptance, and challenging societal expectations of love.
• An engaging read from the bestselling author of The Kiss Quotient, perfect for fans of intelligent and charming romance.