They say when you're married, you're entitled to three rings; engagement ring, wedding ring and the ultimate, suffering. But, what they didn't tell you is that the suffering is the best part. Why? Because at the end of the day, after all the suffering, comes the pure sheer happiness. Because there is nothing more beautiful then the sight of your family member smiling brightly at you at the end of the day. The true form of unconditional love. The Payne-Malik household is one unique family. One unique, dramatic family.

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.

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.