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Oct 10, 2011

Juliana rated it:

Read my review on Fiction Vixen Book Reviews. (It is a little different than below.)

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4.5 stars
I loved it. It was a different experience than the first one; the pace is much slower, even though there are a lot of outside forces and complications when there weren't in the previous one. The chemistry is as sizzling as ever though (whew! *fan please!*), the roma More...

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Dec 13, 2011

P.A. rated it:

I really wish I could manually add a 6th star to Goodreads for this book. I never would have believed it was possible but Fifty Shades Darker is even better than Fifty Shades of Grey. Hard to believe, but true. Reading this book reminded me of a quote that I love by Alan Cohen, “Scared and sacred are spelled with the same letters. Awful proceeds from the same root word as awesome. Terrify and terrific. Every negative experience holds the seed of transformation.” Reading Fifty Shades Darker is l More...

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Jan 29, 2012

Elena R a.k.a. Lunies R rated it:

Astounishing, heartfelt addicting series.

I can’t even form the words to express how I felt about this novel. It’s just downright Alluring.The Hero himself is just powerful and so full of a dark tortured soul.He captivates me,on so many different levels. Without him this novel wouldn’t have been the same.

Every part of me wants to scream “BEST BOOK EVER” although I say that about many books I love.My only exception on this book is, That It “IS”. I’ve read so many BDSM nov More...

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Oct 14, 2011

Elizabeth rated it:

It never happens, but, during the time I was reading Fifty Shades Darker, I was doing some research online for something altogether unrelated, and I came across the following quote. For me, it captures the essence of Ana's love for Christian, and it honestly gave me chills when I read it and immediately thought of them. I also believe this is truly applicable for *every* relationship.

You come to love not by finding the perfect person, but by seeing an imperfect person perfectly---Sam Keen, Aut

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Oct 13, 2011

AH rated it:

Oh, Christian, you make MY inner goddess swoon!

There is so much to love about Fifty Shades Darker. Fifty Shades Darker is a much more comfortable read than the first book, Fifty Shades of Grey. This book focuses more upon the evolution of Christian’s and Ana’s relationship.

And boy, does it evolve. After a short but miserable separation, Christian and Ana realize that they need each other. In the previous book, Christian was very much in control of the relationship. In t More...

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Jan 06, 2012

Rachael rated it:

Right off the bat, I have to say this, and I cannot stress it enough: If you're considering reading this series, I encourage you to be opened minded if BDSM and erotic romance isn't your typical fare (and book number two is not nearly as BDSM as the first, not even close). It's not mine, and I am so glad I gave this trilogy a shot. This is one of the most moving love stories you can ever read. It's intensely erotic and sexy at every turn, but that passion is piqued by the meaning and More...

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Feb 16, 2012

Stephanie**Whats the steam factor** rated it:

Second read 2/13/12-2/15/12

Better the second time around, if that is even possible! So glad I finally have book three to read right away.

First read 10/19/11-10/22/11

Part two....

E.L. James is brilliant!!!

I was in such a hurry to finish this book so I would know what happened, but I was incredibly sad when it was over...How twisted is that? I normally turn right around and start another book once I finish one, but this time More...

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Jan 26, 2012

Sophie rated it:

Oh, if only I could give it 10 stars!

I just finished the book yesterday and am still completely under its spell. Can't get it out of my head. And what an ending...

Those Fifty books are like being exposed to something very intense and very bright that by comparison to it all other things seems bland and boring. I know this feeling will probably pass, but right now it seems like how can I possibly read and enjoy any other romance ever, ever again? All the other romance book More...

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Sep 22, 2011

Laurielu rated it:

Fifty Shades Darker, Fifty Shades #2 by E.L. James is another stunner of an erotic romance book. It starts up where Fifty Shades of Grey ends. Anastasia Steele has broken up with Christian Grey because his demands were too overwhelming for her manage. Even though not much time has passed since their separation, they are both heart sick and make their way back to each other through Mr. Grey’s crafty machinations. Meanwhile, fresh out of college, Ana is trying to establish her career in the publis More...

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Sep 20, 2011

Jess rated it:

My neighbors must surely think I'm insane by now. I wasn't expecting this to come in the post yet, but it did today. I actually did jump & down & shriek a little. The VERY FIRST THING I did when the kids went to sleep was curl up on the couch with this book & my cat.

9/20 I just finished this at the gym this morning. And the 3rd one is not out yet. I feel bereft. What a wonderful story.

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Sep 23, 2011

Weronika rated it:

A little disappointed with the second part :( it was good but not as good as the first book...I didn't like how Christian turned a complete 180 towards Ana. I missed the sexy and dangerous "fifty" from the first book. It just became a normal romance like any other erotic book that's out there. Don't get me wrong I absolutely love the characters and the story so I hope with the next one there will be a little more excitement but overall very good. Can't wait!!

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Dec 22, 2011

Samina ~ Escapism~ rated it:

This is a combined review of boht the books Fifty Shades of Grey and Fifty Shades Darker

I really enjoyed reading this series. It all started as everybody started reading this at the same time making me wonder what the fuss is all about until I read it myself. Without going into the premise I can say that I was delighted to have read this. Considering the fact that this series had it roosts as a Twilight Fan Fiction it certainly has left it far behind. There are vague similarities nam More...

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Dec 21, 2011

Mrs.Vishous-Kattalakis-Belikov rated it:

This begins were Fifty Shades of Grey left off. Ana's decided that she can't take Fifty's debachery and has left him. Unfortunately, its left her bereft, misearble!

In my mind’s eye, I visualize Christian’s face the last time I saw him as I left his apartment. His tortured expression haunts me. I remember he didn’t want me to go, which was odd. Why would I stay when things had reached such an impasse? We were each skirting around our own issues—my fear of punishment, his fear of... wh More...

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Feb 21, 2012

Taryn-does it have romance? rated it:

This review was posted at My Secret Romance

"Erotic, sparkling and suspenseful, Fifty Shades Darker is the irresistibly addictive second part of the Fifty Shades trilogy."

If those aren't the most perfect words to describe Fifty Shades Darker, I don't know what are. How can this book be even better then the first book when I though the first one was awesome? This woman is amazing, truly. Most people who know me knows I can only read so much erotica; and I very ra More...

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Sep 22, 2011

BamaGal rated it:

A Darker Shade of Grey was not as dark a story as Fifty Shades of Grey, but it still showcased Christian in all of his dysfunctional glory. In Darker, Ana is trying to come to terms with how to deal with and carry on a relationship with someone as emotionally stunted as Christian. Yes, the books are still mind candy, but fun and enjoyable mind candy. It was a great read; emotionally satisfying on many levels. The price is a bit off-putting, I would probably never had read these stories if they More...

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Dec 07, 2011

Bookworm *aka Cobra* rated it:

*Sigh* Ms. James...you have done it again!

I picked up Fifty Shades Darker immediately after I finished Fifty Shades of Grey. I was an emotional wreck after Grey and I had to…had to…had to know what happened with Christian and Ana. I swear I don’t know where Ms. James gets her thoughts from but she manages to spin a thrilling, emotional, and erotic tale that leaves the reader panting for more.

Christian’s erotically sexy persona is tempered by Ana’s feisty innocence. Even More...

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Dec 15, 2011

Cyp rated it:

Originally posted at A Bookalicious Story.

Once again, I love the FIFTY SHADES series. DARKER is as stunning as its predecessor, if not more. It was more intense, more emotional, more heartaches and drama, and of course, there were more beautiful, heartwarming Ana-Christian moments.

<spoiler>**Spoiler minefield alert**

Ana's miserable after leaving Christian - er, who wouldn't be? But not the point - and when Christian offers to take her to Jose's Photo Sho More...

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Sep 26, 2011

Holly rated it:

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Sep 05, 2011

_yay_ rated it:

This copy was given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
ARC, publish date September 15th, 2011
The Writer’s Coffee Shop Publishing House

After experiencing first hand just how bad it can get, Ana left enigmatic billionaire Christian Grey. His BDSM tastes were too dark for her to handle.
Why is she reconsidering now? Fifty proposes a tempting arrangement. He is prepared to try and give her what she desires most. More.
It isn’t an easy road for t More...

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Feb 07, 2012

Stacia ~ platonic rated it:

I liked the second half of the book, but the first half felt like a continuing repeat of the first book.

Still hating the inner goddess thing. It's like Ana's talking to another version of herself in her head.

Getting tired of all the smirks. Does Christian make any other facial expression?

These books are a bit warped, but I'm finding that I like warped. I like reading about people with issues, apparently. Maybe I have issues, so I feel more normal when people a More...

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Jan 30, 2012

=^☺^=mskitty rated it:

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Dec 02, 2011

evilqueen21 rated it:

I don't know if I'll be able to survive until Jan. for more Christian! *sigh*

***edit*** I'm suffering from withdrawl soooo badly and between re-skimming the books for fifty fixes and talking (actually more like crazy obsessive spazz out texts/tweets) to several friends I keep replaying one particular scene in this book in my head. It kills me! That one scene alone is worth 10 stars! Oy is it freaking Jan yet?!! I'm not going to make it! *wallows in self-pity party*

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Jan 29, 2012

Tessamari rated it:

Re-reading this just because I LOVE it and because the third book is due out next week :) Woohoo!!

<<<Review from September 19, 2011>>>

Another 10 star book. I love it, I love it, I love it. Sorry had to get that out. I am working on a review for the first and second book. These are the best two books I've ever read, yes, I love them that much. . The bar is set so high. My inner Goddess is on her knees, holding a rose between both hands and screaming for more More...

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Jan 24, 2012

Sena rated it:

Sevgili Christian
Öncelikle şunu söylemek isterimki seninle tanışmamaızı sağlayan,bu kitabı öneren tüm arkadaşlarıma teşekkür ederim.

Ana’nın röportaj yapmak için senin ofisine gelmesiyle başladı aslında her şey.Seni ilk gördüğümde -ya da hafızamda canlandırdığımda diyelim-bu adamda gelecek görüyorum dedim.Ama ne yazık ki 2. kitapta beni hayal kırıklığına uğrattın hayatım.İlk kitapta halbuki her şey ne kadar güzeldi.Hareketlerin,tavırların,gösteremediğin sevgin kitabı daha da eğ More...

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Jan 09, 2012

mrsj rated it:

I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!!
I love everything about this book!!
Christian's favourite sport is toned down and wow.. the sex is an abdundance and it is hot hot hot!

It gives you a feeling of riding on a roller coaster or chasing an adrenaline rush.
Powerful, dark, sensual, romantic and fantastic as if having an emotional high.

After the ending of book 1, I was thinking so so so so much.
I was all sad and lost before I read book 2 and I think..I can feel how More...

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Oct 23, 2011

KarenH rated it:

I just finished reading this book for the second time this week and loved it all over again. The story has everything I crave most in a romance...a tortured hero that is smokin' hot and jealous as hell, a heroine that sometimes allows herself to be taken care of and isn't always acting ridiculous trying to prove her independence, a vindictive ex that (finally!) gets what she deserves, a little mystery, a lot of great sex (spiced up with some "kinky fuckery") and a HEA with another book More...

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Oct 05, 2011

Rhonda rated it:

From: Rhonda W.
Subject: Fifty Shades Darker
Date: October 3, 2011
To: E.L. James

Well Mrs. James, here I sit having finished yet another of your novels and as I ponder my feelings, I find my words inadequate. As I’ve stated before, I don’t read much erotic, and to add; I don’t read a lot of Contemporary Romance either, so for me to dish out 5 stars says a great deal about how I felt about your books. Your story telling is wonderful, and your characterizat More...

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Feb 10, 2012

Merve- rated it:

Seriyi genel anlamda sevdim, ama iyi itiraf etmeliyim bazen öyle sıkıcı oluyor ki kafamda resmen saç kalmıyor. Dozu yerinde cinsellik severim, ama bu kitapta öyle çok var ki beni boğuyor.Seni seviyorumlar havalarda uçuşuyor ve kitabın gerçekçiliğini öldürüyor. Komik olduğu bir gerçek; eğlenceli, romantik (ama aşırı), ilginç. Yazarın dili gerçekten çok akıcı anlaşılır, beni sıkan şey ise cinselliğin çok yoğun kullanılması oluyor.Hikayenin konusuna ise resmen tapıyorum.
Bu kitapta Ana More...

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Dec 09, 2011

Cortney rated it:

E. L. James has done it again. I loved this one almost as much as I did the first. So much happens in this book it is unbelievable. There was never a dull moment. I devoured this book in less than 24 hours.
Ana and Christian have joined my list of all-time favorite couples. Laters!!!

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Dec 04, 2011

Kara-karina rated it:

You know what? Be prepared to have Christian Grey withdrawal symptoms after you read this book. I've been wandering for days looking for something similar, but couldn't find it. It's simply not there. I was recommended Gabriel's Inferno as a sort of the same book, but ended up DNF-ing it. It might have worked for me before Grey but not after.

Saying all that, book #2 is a bit weaker than book #1. There is a villain in the end whose actions I found highly improbable. People just don't More...

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