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Does It Hurt? by H.D. Carlton

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Format
Paperback
Pages
430 pages
Published
September 2024
Publisher
Zando
ISBN
9781638932499

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Why we love this
  • Unapologetic Dark Romance: This novel is a deliciously unhinged, high-stakes thrill ride that pushes boundaries, making it an absolute must-read for fans who devour intense, gritty dark romance books.
  • Extreme Forced Proximity: After a devastating shipwreck, Sawyer and Enzo are trapped on an abandoned island, using the forced proximity trope to turn their fight for survival into an explosive, high-tension battle of wills.
  • Fierce Enemies to Lovers: The raw, venomous hatred between the vengeful shark expert and the fugitive identity thief delivers a truly authentic enemies-to-lovers dynamic packed with crackling angst and undeniable chemistry.
  • Eerie Thriller Elements: Adding an addictive layer of mystery to the spicy romance, the creepy, isolated lighthouse setting provides a gothic, psychological horror vibe that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
  • The Ultimate Morally Grey Lead: Enzo is a deeply flawed, volatile, and dangerous protagonist whose relentless obsession makes him the perfect morally grey hero for readers who prefer their romance with a heavy dose of red flags.

What you are in for

Who am I?

I’ve forgotten the answer to that question long ago. Ever since I ran from that house, so desperate to escape, I left with only the clothes on my back and socks on my feet. After that day, I’ve only ever walked in stolen shoes.

Could I be a girl who is searching for the meaning of life in faceless men? They were all so forgettable. Until he came along. He took me under a waterfall and made me forget my name, and in return, I took his instead.

Enzo Vitale.

An enigmatic man that will only ever love the deep sea. Or rather the predators that inhabit it. Turns out, he’s not so different than the monsters he feeds. He lured me onto his boat like a fish in the ocean, seeking vengeance for my crime. Had I realized his intentions, and that a massive storm would leave us shipwrecked, I would’ve ran.

Now, I’m a girl who’s seeking refuge in a decrepit lighthouse with a man who loathes me almost as much as he craves me. He wants to hurt me, but the old caretaker of the abandoned island may have intentions far more sinister.

It’s no longer a question of who I am, but rather, will I survive?

About the author

H. D. Carlton

H.D. Carlton is a New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author whose books have sold over 12 million copies worldwide. Best known for creating pitch-black, viral sensations that dominate BookTok, she excels at writing morally grey characters and twisted romantic suspense. She lives in Oregon with her husband, two dogs, a cat, and Bigfoot. When she's not bathing in the tears of her readers, she’s watching paranormal shows and wishing she was a mermaid.

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