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Fifty Shades Darker
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Overview
Published in 2011, Fifty Shades Darker is E. L. James’s second installment in the Fifty Shades trilogy which includes Fifty Shades of Grey (2011) and Fifty Shades Freed (2012). Anastasia Steele has ended her relationship with entrepreneur Christian Grey after feeling daunted by his specific tastes and shady secrets. However, when Christian proposes a new arrangement, Ana cannot help herself, and they rekindle their romance. As Christian grapples with his inner demons, Ana must face the woman who came before her and make a life-altering decision.
This guide uses the Bloom Books e-book edition of the novel. Pagination may vary greatly compared to physical copies of the novel.
Content Warning: This guide discusses sexual assault, sex with ambiguous consent, domestic violence, coercive control, and the neglect, abuse, and sexual grooming of a minor.
Plot Summary
The novel opens as Ana finishes her workday at her new job as an assistant at a publishing house. A few days later, Christian asks if he can take her to her friend José’s art show. At the gallery, Ana sees that one of the main pieces of art is a photo she did not know José had taken of her.
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