He never knew life could be this way, but truly if he did, he wouldn't have cared. He cared about nothing, not even himself until her. Before her, he was empty/ Before her he knew nothing of joy or completion, and this is his journey to his life After her.

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.

She looked down at the contract in front of her, thinking of only one thing: She wanted to be with him, no matter what it took. "I'll sign it." *WARNING* - Contains many, many sex scenes, curse words, and BDSM relationship.

❝I bet I can make you feel pain.❞ ❝I'd like to see you try.❞

"Before you can see the light you have to deal with the darkness"

I shuddered as his lips ghosted over my ear. "There really isn't a point in struggling love. You'll learn that soon enough, whether it be the easy way or the hard way, that's up to you." I tried to breathe at a steady rate as he continued. "You see, unluckily for you, I've taken a liking to you Harry. I want you. And in case there was any doubt in that curly little head of yours, yes, I always get what I want." What happens when the pastor's young, innocent son meets the town's alluring trouble maker? Their relationship may be one of sin but after all, the forbidden fruit does indeed taste the sweetest.