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Darker (Fifty Shades as Told by Christian, #2)

E.L. James
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Darker (Fifty Shades as Told by Christian, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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E.L. James

Darker (Fifty Shades as Told by Christian, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

546

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seattle, Washington • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Darker by E.L. James is a romance novel that retells the events of Fifty Shades Darker from Christian Grey's perspective. The narrative delves into Christian's inner thoughts and emotions as he navigates his complex relationship with Anastasia Steele, revealing more about his past and motivations.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

97,489 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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E.L. James' Darker offers a fresh perspective on the events of Fifty Shades Darker through Christian's eyes. Fans appreciate the deeper exploration of Christian’s psyche, enhancing character depth. However, critics note redundancy in plot and writing style. Overall, it appeals to series devotees but may not attract new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Darker (Fifty Shades as Told by Christian, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy Darker by E.L. James likely appreciates contemporary romance novels with erotic themes. Fans of the Fifty Shades series will be particularly engaged, as well as readers who enjoy books like Bared to You by Sylvia Day or Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard.

4.4

97,489 ratings

81%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

546

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Seattle, Washington • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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