A review by kelleymiller13
Does It Hurt? by H.D. Carlton

dark emotional mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.25

Read this book for my book club read of the month. This type of book - and the relationships developed in it - aren’t my thing. I saw the relationship between Sawyer and Enzo as very unhealthy all throughout the book and had a hard time seeing many of their actions being labeled as “loving” actions. It was more about obsession, fixation, and dominance - nothing about partnerships, love, and mutual respect. 
The story line was also pretty weak. If it was going to be part "thriller", it failed. It was completely predictable, with no surprises, twists or turns. It honestly felt like the "plot" on the island was worked in as a way to just try to bring the two main characters closer together - albeit in a weird and unhealthy way - and have a LOT of sex...most of which was where he was mean to her either during it or immediately afterwards.
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