Tessa's father returns and then dies, which makes her even more vulnerable. Hardin is the only one who can comfort her, but he is also the source of her pain.
*The main theme of this book is: Can true love survive after so many lies, betrayals and pain?*
In the end, Tessa realizes she needs to put herself first for a while. The book ends on a cliffhanger that leads to the final book (Season 5), where they have to decide if they are truly meant to be together forever, or if it's time to let go for good.