This is the sequel (continuation) of After. Hardin and Tessa's relationship will be tested in ways she never expected, but he knew of all along.

The passionate story of Tessa and Hardin continues as family secrets, deep betrayals, and career opportunities threaten to tear them apart.

Jace Norman a famous actor blessed with looks and irresistible charm with a troubled past hires Riele downs to be his personal assistant, fear starts to grip Jace as he's afraid to fall for his assistant. On the other hand Riele has to hide her job from her jealous boyfriend.

*STAND ALONE BOOK* *FROM THE MAIN IN LACE SERIES* "Stop messing" He said, clearly not amused with my games. I took this as an advantage and moved myself closer to him. "Make me" "Please" "Aren't I the one that's supposed to be begging?" I pouted, wanting his attention. The bored frustrated look he wore seemed to go darker. He tilted his own head now, narrowing his eyes. He spun me and pushed me down onto the couch which made me stare up at him in surprise. "Begging" he growled lowly, "It would be nice to see you beg" Is it possible to love your best friend? Especially one with a dark secret... oh and a dark kink. Sex, Love, Hotness, Danger, Death What more could you want in a book?