Fifty Shades of Grey

All I can say is I'm glad I borrowed it, not bought it. I love to read, and I read a lot, as well as a lot of genres. Love steamy books too. This, however, was not my cup of tea. Not because of the content, but I just didn't care for the characters. I struggled to get through the book, and could care less what happened to the characters, so didn't mother to read any of the rest of the series.

As with everyone else who heard about Fifty Shades, I was curious to see what the buzz was all about. It took me a little bit to actually get into the story and once I did, I still wasn't all that impressed. I found that the sex scenes were very repetive and not as "hot" as I was expecting. This book is hard to put into words because it is strange in a way and to me I found it was one of those books where I wasn't sure if I liked it or not but read the whole trilogy anyways. If you're into romance in erotica then it is definitely for you, although I do find Christian Greys views and expectations a little disturbing at times.

I have to say I was definitely one of those people following the "hype" of this book. I was so excited when I saw it was available at my local library, I snatched it up before anyone else realized it was there, I was ready to dive into it right away. However, once I started reading it, it was a whole different story. I agree with the poster who hated the writing style of this book, I 100% agree. It was truly dreadful, and I naively thought that it might get better as the book progressed, but it really didn't. I can't say that the story itself is horrible, because I think that maybe written a little different or with a different author all together, the book would have instantly had me hooked, but it just flopped.

I can't say I didn't know what I was getting into with the subjects in this book, because I did know but I just feel like it was much more of a porno that I wanted and than the book needed. I feel like the author was overcompensating for lack of writing ability with just SO much sex. It became such a turn off for me. I feel like the hype didn't live up to the actual book, which is a shame. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, I've read much better romance novels with less sex, but beautifully written that I have devoured in comparison to the struggle of reading this book.

If i could rate something into the negatives, this would be it. Horrible dribe. I don't care about the scandalous content, that's fine by me, but the writing style!! Lord. The fact that this woman is making millions for writing such terrible s**t while fantastic authors get nothing for their masterpieces hurts my soul.

I purchased the series at costco and enjoyed the series. I don't normally read this type of books but all the hype peaked my curiosity. Very fast read .

Absolutley loved the trilogy! Great read

I am ABSOLUTELY in love with these books. Great story!

I wouldn't say "Worst book ever" but I am truely sad I wasted my time on this book. There was NO story, plot, excitement or intelligence at all. I found "Ana" annoying, whiny and I just wanted to punch her and her "Inner Goddess" in the face. It was poorly written, and I did not enjoy it at all.

NOTHING happened. There was no point to the whole book. The "sensual" parts seem to be the only thing that makes this book sell. And if that's all your after.... get a Playboy or look online for some risqué reading that is probably better writen and more believable.

I will not be reading the rest of the books because I couldn't care less about these characters and there is no story to look forward too. Total waste of time and money.