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What if the person who hurt you… was the one who was supposed to protect you?  This is not fiction. This is not sugar-coated. This is one man’s truth — unfiltered, unforgettable, and undeniably real. From a childhood marked by deep trauma to a long road toward healing, Love Shouldn’t Hurt is Matthew Greg’s gripping memoir of survival, silence, and strength. Told with brutal honesty and unshakable courage, this story peels back the layers of pain — and reveals the resilience that lives within us all. If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unloved… This book is for you.

This is the true and harrowing story of a boy who grew up in silence, pain, and neglect—and still found a way to survive. Born into a poor Irish family, Matthew Greg's childhood was marked by severe asthma, emotional abandonment, and a mother's alcoholism. What began as a difficult life soon turned darker when he became the target of horrifying abuse by a trusted neighbor. For years, he carried the weight of trauma, secrets, and self-doubt—alone. Told with raw honesty, Matthew’s memoir reveals the heartbreaking truth about growing up in an environment where love was twisted, and trust was shattered. Yet within this darkness, he finds moments of light—through a meaningful friendship, and eventually, the man who would become his husband and help him begin to heal. Love Shouldn’t Hurt is not just a story of abuse—it's a story of resilience, self-worth, and hope. It is a deeply emotional and inspiring journey through trauma, survival, and finally, love that doesn't hurt. Perfect for readers of memoirs that explore the strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.