60 pages • 2 hours read
Anna ToddAfter
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
After by Anna Todd follows Tessa, a college freshman, who becomes embroiled in a tumultuous relationship with Hardin, a boy with a troubled past. Despite having a stable boyfriend, Tessa is irresistibly drawn to Hardin, leading to a cycle of arguments, intense attractions, and eventual heartbreak as she uncovers a shocking secret about their relationship's origin.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
After by Anna Todd garners mixed reviews. Positively, readers applaud its compelling characters and dramatic plot, which effectively captures intense first love and its complications. However, critics highlight its controversial relationship dynamics and clichéd writing. The book's polarizing elements make it a hit among some, yet off-putting to others.
Who Should Read After?
A reader who would enjoy After by Anna Todd is typically a young adult or new adult looking for an intense, passion-filled romance. Fans of Fifty Shades of Grey or The Twilight Saga would appreciate the emotional rollercoaster and complex relationships explored in this book.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Romance
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Realistic Fiction
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Identity: Sexuality
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt