Fifty Shades Freed by E.L. James

4 Stars


When unworldly student Anastasia Steele first encountered the driven and dazzling young entrepreneur Christian Grey it sparked a sensual affair that changed both of their lives irrevocably. Shocked, intrigued, and, ultimately, repelled by Christian’s singular erotic tastes, Ana demands a deeper commitment. Determined to keep her, Christian agrees.

Now, Ana and Christian have it all—love, passion, intimacy, wealth, and a world of possibilities for their future. But Ana knows that loving her Fifty Shades will not be easy, and that being together will pose challenges that neither of them would anticipate. Ana must somehow learn to share Christian’s opulent lifestyle without sacrificing her own identity. And Christian must overcome his compulsion to control as he wrestles with the demons of a tormented past.

Just when it seems that their strength together will eclipse any obstacle, misfortune, malice, and fate conspire to make Ana’s deepest fears turn to reality.

This book is intended for mature audiences.


When we left the 2nd book Ana and Christian were newly engaged. We start this book during their honeymoon. They spend 3 glorious weeks of their honeymoon then they have to get home and back into the real world. Of course when they get back they start arguing over Christian's over protectiveness, as usual. 
During this book Ana gets a little visit from Leila, which really upsets Christian(of course). On top of that Jack Hyde is out to get revenge for being fired. During all this the unthinkable(although I predicted it) happens! Anastasia misses a shot and ends up pregnant!! Shocker? Not to me! Of course Christian goes ballistic! While they are still upset with each other over his unexcusable behavior after he finds out about the pregnancy, Jack Hyde kidnaps Mia and blackmails Ana! Which means she had to lie to Christian and make him thinking she is leaving him with his money. 
Of course, in the end everything comes back together! Christian and Anastasia are happy with their pregnancy, Kate and Elliot get engaged, Mia and Ethan are holding hands! 
The very last chapter will jump ahead in time. This is where I end up giving only 4 stars. E.L. James made the chapter a bit too happy. It seemed as if Christian and Ana were living in a fairy tale! Again, unrealistic to me. If you're a parent, and you read this chapter, you're gonna think.."Yeah right!" Other than that it was a great story. I was happy with the trilogy! I definitely recommend everyone reading it!
**Especially if you want to spice up your love life ;)**

Fifty Shades Darker by E L James

5 Stars


Daunted by the singular tastes and dark secrets of the beautiful, tormented young entrepreneur Christian Grey, Anastasia Steele has broken off their relationship to start a new career with a Seattle publishing house.

But desire for Christian still dominates her every waking thought, and when he proposes a new arrangement, Anastasia cannot resist. They rekindle their searing sensual affair, and Anastasia learns more about the harrowing past of her damaged, driven and demanding Fifty Shades.

While Christian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront the anger and envy of the women who came before her, and make the most important decision of her life.

This book is intended for mature audiences. 




I must say, this is so much better than the first book! I don't think I've ever said that before. 
Christian Grey decides to try a "vanilla" relationship with Anastasia Steele in the second book. It's so great to see a big intimidating man fall in love with Ana. He changes so much in this book. 
Don't get me wrong, he still likes all the "kinky-fuckery" that he has always enjoyed. He just puts most of it aside for Ana. 
During this book you have 2 problems. Ana's new boss is a pig that preys on young women at the job. Christian has taken over her business to keep an eye on her so he knows just how bad this man is and keeps warning Ana. But of course we find her getting almost attacked by her boss. 
Second problem is Leila. Christian's ex-sub. She has left her husband and gone pretty much insane. Starts following Christian and Ana, vandalizes Ana's car, attacks Ana with a gun in her own apartment! 
But the best part of the whole book is seeing their relationship grow. Christian even lets Ana touch him!!!!! There is one big part of the book that made me cry because it was unexpected and just so great! BUT, I won't spoil that for you! Read it!!!!!!


I will point out 2 things that I just don't care for in this series. 
1. Ana's over use of the words "Oh my." Seriously, she is saying that in her mind all the time! 
2. Even though it's hot as ever, they just have too much sex! It almost seems unrealistic! Sometimes they can't even get through a full meal without getting it on. I know most people probably love this the most about the book, but not me. I am more interested in the story.
I'm crazy, I know. :)