Tessa Young is an 18 year old college student with a simple life, excellent grades, and a sweet boyfriend. She always has things planned out ahead of time, until she meets a rude boy named Hardin, with too many tattoos and piercings who shatters her plans.
La Douleur Exquise (n.) the heart-wrenching pain of wanting the affection of someone unattainable - When Kaitlin confesses her unrequited love, she faces public humiliation. Little did she know her life would change. For the better or for worse? "I rather be Slapped with the truth than Kissed with a Lie." ~ Kaitlin Ja...
The passionate story of Tessa and Hardin continues as family secrets, deep betrayals, and career opportunities threaten to tear them apart.