In a futuristic society, love is 'found' through matching bracelets, that are assigned by the government. It is simple system - if the man in front of you has the same bracelet symbol as you, then you are meant to be. But there was one flaw - what if the bracelets were switched, through a third-party? Will their compassion shine through and be able to defy society's view of 'love'? Or does fate have something else in mind?

in which two corrupt souls fall in love, while the world around them falls apart.

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.

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.

The passionate story of Tessa and Hardin continues as family secrets, deep betrayals, and career opportunities threaten to tear them apart.