Samiah Brooks is brilliant software engineer who is a go-getter and loves her work. Daniel Collins, a biracial man (Korean-American and African-American), investigates financial crimes. On the surface, he is a tech worker just like Samiah. But unknown to her, he’s actually working undercover for the federal government, and it is not something he can divulge to anyone. Despite being coworkers, I liked how non-competitive and supportive they are. They allow each other to be their best selves at work, and that shows up in their relationship outside of work. Rochon explores the struggles of Black women in the workplace, particularly in the tech industry, with sensitivity and empathy. The Boyfriend Project is a wonderful mix of what I love in romance: romantic tenderness, great chemistry, bright individuals, expertise in their jobs, deep friendships with secondary characters, and excellent conflict between them leading to great trust-building.
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