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Fifty Shades of Grey (Fifty Shades, #1)

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Romance Fiction Fiction Chick-lit

by E.L. James

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3.67 (1.3M ratings)
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description 356 pages

Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James holds a well received rating of 3.67 out of 5, based on 1.3M reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 356 pages.

About Fifty Shades of Grey

When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, 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 consumed 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.Erotic, amusing, and deeply moving, the Fifty Shades Trilogy is a tale that will obsess you, possess you, and stay with you forever.This book is intended for mature audiences.

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Author E.L. James
Published 2011
Pages 356
Genres Romance, Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit
Average Rating 3.67 / 5.00
Total Ratings 1,338,493

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.7
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1.3M ratings
With a rating of 3.67, Fifty Shades of Grey is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.00, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 1.3M ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.67
This Book
4.00
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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Fifty Shades of Grey?

Fifty Shades of Grey is categorized as Romance, Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is Fifty Shades of Grey worth reading?

Based on 1.3M reader ratings, Fifty Shades of Grey has an average score of 3.67 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Fifty Shades of Grey?

Fifty Shades of Grey has 356 pages.

Who wrote Fifty Shades of Grey?

Fifty Shades of Grey was written by E.L. James. It was first published in 2011.

What is the ISBN for Fifty Shades of Grey?

The ISBN-13 for Fifty Shades of Grey is 9781612130290.0.

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