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.

Junior year was supposed to be a piece of cake, except it never is for Liz. Her mom's a druggie, dad left when she was only three, and she has to not only work two jobs but also go to the hellhole we call high school. To say the least, her life is shit. But she pushes through, in hopes of a better life. Ashton moved to the hick-town and just wanted to get away from his past. His dad is a workaholic ever since his mom died in a car crash when he was five. No matter what grades he gets, or how amazing he is at not only football but basketball and baseball, nothing will ever please his father. He blames Ashton for his mom's death; it was his birthday gift she was going to get after all. What happens when these two meet? Tragedy, romance, drama? Who knows, but one thing is for certain: true love never dies. *Cover by @solidarity_ <3*

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.