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Does It Hurt?
H.D. Carlton

Does It Hurt?

Quick Answer

Read "Does It Hurt?" as the nullth book in the series sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Debated Order

This order is debated among readers

Community consensus varies on the placement of this title. Our order favors narrative impact over strict chronology.

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: A compelling work from the H.D. Carlton's bibliography. Whether as a standalone or part of a loosely connected universe, it's a staple for fans.

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2022430 pp
<p>Who am I?</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Enzo Vitale.</p><p><br></p><p>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 run.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>It's no longer a question of who I am, but rather, will I survive?</p>

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading Does It Hurt??

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read Does It Hurt? before other books in the series?

No. We recommend reading the previous book first. Does It Hurt? is the nullth book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is Does It Hurt? required reading for the series?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after Does It Hurt? in the reading order?

Currently, Does It Hurt? is the latest entry listed in our database for this series guide.