I've found it's hard to know a person that doesn't know about the sexy trilogy 50 Shades Of Grey - written by E L James. After her huge success in the book trilogy and the movie itself, she finally made this - Grey; the book as told by Christian Grey.
We all know the backstory behind Christian's need for Dominance, and I was hoping for more insight from Christian's perspectives. I mean, we know about his current world already; neat, disciplined and utterly empty; until the day that he met Anastasia Steele. I just hoping that ELJames wrote more; let me know more about him.
I appreciate it that I am now know a bit deeper about Christian's nightmare, and what occurred in his few years of life- before meeting Anastasia but I found there was something lacking in retelling of all the events; it's somehow blurry to me. The details; supposedly told from Christian's perspectives are limited. And inadequate; for a four years old him to comprehend.
The author should let the readers know more about Christian's relationship with Leila and Mrs Robinsan a.k.a Elena. These kind of history in his would have made the storyline a little more exciting and revealing as to the how and why he is as he is now. The past events should be as important as the current event and the details are limited to what the readers are exposed - given that we are supposed to be in his thoughts and emotions.
Christian with Anastasia - the current event. We can see to what extent Christian's jealousy and insecurity control a good portion of his needs to dominate, to build up his current lifestyle , his needs and all; I am sure anyone who bought this book expected it to be a man's thoughts full with wanting and all ; but sadly, all ELJames gave was repeated sex scenes from her first book and to me, honestly is so dull. Repetitive description about the sex scenes are not sexy.
The great thing about the book is only the ending. The original story ended with Anastasia leaving him after he whipped her with a belt but in this book, it carried on showing him falling apart and then try to resolve on how to win Anastasia back. I love the trilogy, yes I do; so much - but there are no new revelations in Grey and I am honestly disappointed with it.
I hate to give a bad review about a book from an author that I like, but it is what it is. I don't recommend anyone to buy or even read this book. Because reading the trilogy is enough if you really need to understand Christian's mindset. The original trilogy was quite revealing enough and Grey, in my opinion; adds nothing new to the original plot.
You can read the original trilogy here :-
p/s: If ELJames did want to publish another two books from Christians's perspectives, I hope she can do it better than Grey. Until then. xoxo
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