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.

Julia, a senior in high school, is starting to lose faith and hope in life. She gets bullied daily and no one seems to care. Her hope and inspiration soon comes to light after meeting a boy that goes to the ends of the world and back to see her smile.©

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.