When literature studen Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unwordly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana's quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too--but on his own terms.
Shocked yet thrilled by Grey's singular erotic tastes, Ana hesitates. For all the trappings of success--his multinational businesses, his vast wealth, his loving family--Grey is a man tormented by demons and sonsumed by the need to control. When the couple embarks on a daring, passionately physical affair, Ana discovers Christian Grey's secrets and explores her own dark desires.
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==This story was a welcome read. There was much hype about this book. I wasn't sure I wanted to join the herd. But I am glad I did. I heard it was "steamy", and yes, a few times while reading, I couldn't help but smile. But I guess I could say, the scenes weren't enough for my tastes.
It was a good read. I will read the trilogy. Thank you Ms James for a well written series.==
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