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.

But darling, You will Never Know what freedom feels like until you are, in fact, free.

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

Nash was never home on weekends until he saw his little sister's babysitter. The girl who lived next door. Who also use to be Nash's best friend. He never really noticed her beauty until he bumped into her on his way to his best friends house. Her boyfriend. Once things get a little more serious she tells him who she's dating. He doesn't believe it until they're caught. But it won't stop him from going after her. He just won't let her be with anyone else. But why? Lies will be unfolded. Love will be tested. Friendships will break. All because of the girl next door. (Cover Made By An AMAZING fan❤) (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TO ME!)

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.