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3.24 AVERAGE
3.24 AVERAGE
The thing is..: The author writes really good, and the story and the characters are interesting and keeps me intrigued, but... It's just too much sex. I mean, I actually like a little smut in a book, but it just became a bit to much.
Other than that, I liked the series. The writing is great, the characters are interesting and I rarely wanted to put it down.
Other than that, I liked the series. The writing is great, the characters are interesting and I rarely wanted to put it down.
This is by far my favorite of the trilogy. I think its because there was less of the sexy stuff and more a story packed with emotion, kidnapping, fun, etc. I don't think a relationship like this could really last in real life but that's part of the enjoyment of reading... suspending belief. Actually I wish I had a little more Ana in me and could deal as well as she does with all of Christian's nonsense.
The only thing I didn't particularly care for were all the little extra stories at the end. I wish they had been incorporated into the story as either a prologue or put in where they were relevant. I was happy with the ending and everything leadin up to it. It just seemed weird to go backwards once the story was really over. Not a big deal, just odd but it did add to the story.
I really do reccommend this series. The people who haven't read it are completely blowing it out of proportion. I don't hear complaint about say Danielle Steel or Jackie Collins who's books, in my opinion are a little raunchy. This series is a great story and if you don't like "those" parts then skip them. Its worth the read!
The only thing I didn't particularly care for were all the little extra stories at the end. I wish they had been incorporated into the story as either a prologue or put in where they were relevant. I was happy with the ending and everything leadin up to it. It just seemed weird to go backwards once the story was really over. Not a big deal, just odd but it did add to the story.
I really do reccommend this series. The people who haven't read it are completely blowing it out of proportion. I don't hear complaint about say Danielle Steel or Jackie Collins who's books, in my opinion are a little raunchy. This series is a great story and if you don't like "those" parts then skip them. Its worth the read!
Deze boeken hebben bevestigd dat ik niet op mannen val. Verder heb ik hier niets goeds uit weten te halen, ik heb mijn best gedaan.
So when Fifty Shades was totally hyped, I bought the three books and started reading. The first was okay, liked the second more, and then I started reading the third book (this one). I couldn't get through. I tried twice, but did not finish. A month ago I decided with a girl from the bookclub, to read the book together.
And look at me now! 4 stars! This is the favorite in the series so far, and I'll tell you why.
This review was first posted on BiteIntoBooks Blog
Pros
Christian & Ana: I LOVE Ana. She is a fierce woman who know's what she wants and isn't afraid to say so. I LOVE Christian. He is so tender, smart and loving. But I LOVE them even more when they are together. I love their conversations. Ana being stubborn and Christian trying to cope with it. This is the third book, so these two know each other for a while now, that's what makes it so nice to read.
Tension: This book has a real nice plotline. The sex is still there, but it's not about all that. There is real tension and danger and this made me read everything pretty quickly. The second part of the book is the best.
Inner talking: What I adore so much about these books is Ana's inner speaking. Her "inner goddess" and the conversations she has with herself, are so funny! It's something pretty unique, not something you see everyday and I really enjoyed that part. I know it's something that's also in the first and second book and it's strong that it's still here in the third book!
Cons
Sex overload: Okay, so it's not Fifty Shades when there is no sex in it, I totally understand.. Every time they have sex Ana has like 8 orgasms and I just can't. I did enjoy the fact that the focus is not as much on the sex scenes in this book. It feels like the writer set the tone for that aspect in the first and second book. I know Ana gets spanking when she rolls her eyes, but sometimes I really rolled my eyes during the hot steamy sex they had, AGAIN.
DNF once: So like I said, I tried to read this book before but I just couldn't.. Just be aware, if you liked the first and second book, wait a while before you pick up the third book. And also; fight yourself through the first 30%, those are pretty slow to my opinion. I can't really explain right now why I DNF this book before..
I actually really enjoyed this book, I did NOT expect that. I'm actually kinda sad now.. That it's "over" (I know there is the Grey-point of view book). I kinda have a book-hangover right now? I can't believe it!
I did give this book 4 stars, mainly because I DNF the book before, TWICE. So there is something in this book that wasn't okay for me before. I did really enjoy this book this time, its fast paced, full of tension and love and romance. Yay!
HATERS.. Don't hate me okay?!
And look at me now! 4 stars! This is the favorite in the series so far, and I'll tell you why.
This review was first posted on BiteIntoBooks Blog
Pros
Christian & Ana: I LOVE Ana. She is a fierce woman who know's what she wants and isn't afraid to say so. I LOVE Christian. He is so tender, smart and loving. But I LOVE them even more when they are together. I love their conversations. Ana being stubborn and Christian trying to cope with it. This is the third book, so these two know each other for a while now, that's what makes it so nice to read.
Tension: This book has a real nice plotline. The sex is still there, but it's not about all that. There is real tension and danger and this made me read everything pretty quickly. The second part of the book is the best.
Inner talking: What I adore so much about these books is Ana's inner speaking. Her "inner goddess" and the conversations she has with herself, are so funny! It's something pretty unique, not something you see everyday and I really enjoyed that part. I know it's something that's also in the first and second book and it's strong that it's still here in the third book!
Cons
Sex overload: Okay, so it's not Fifty Shades when there is no sex in it, I totally understand.. Every time they have sex Ana has like 8 orgasms and I just can't. I did enjoy the fact that the focus is not as much on the sex scenes in this book. It feels like the writer set the tone for that aspect in the first and second book. I know Ana gets spanking when she rolls her eyes, but sometimes I really rolled my eyes during the hot steamy sex they had, AGAIN.
DNF once: So like I said, I tried to read this book before but I just couldn't.. Just be aware, if you liked the first and second book, wait a while before you pick up the third book. And also; fight yourself through the first 30%, those are pretty slow to my opinion. I can't really explain right now why I DNF this book before..
I actually really enjoyed this book, I did NOT expect that. I'm actually kinda sad now.. That it's "over" (I know there is the Grey-point of view book). I kinda have a book-hangover right now? I can't believe it!
I did give this book 4 stars, mainly because I DNF the book before, TWICE. So there is something in this book that wasn't okay for me before. I did really enjoy this book this time, its fast paced, full of tension and love and romance. Yay!
HATERS.. Don't hate me okay?!
I liked it until the end. When a national best seller starts talking about epidurals & elective caesarians I get pissed. Women! You were built to bring babies into the world without all that nonsense! Epidurals & pitocin almost guarantee a c-section!
I liked the viewpoint of Grey after the epilogue though. :)
I liked the viewpoint of Grey after the epilogue though. :)
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is my review for the whole series because I was sucked in and read them all back to back. I had a hard time putting them down.
It's pure fantasy and written from the perspective of a 22 year old girl. Perhaps it's an indulgent guilty pleasure to relive being young and confused and inexperienced with some hot sex thrown in. If one reads from the perspective of an older, wiser adult then, yes, it would be an exasperating read. These books are certainly not Anais Nin but they aren't supposed to be. There will be no essays written or long, classroom discussions about the merits of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, the communication skills (or lack thereof) between Ana and Christian and the inner goddess versus the inner subconscious.
I was intrigued by the emotional scars and effects of having a Mrs. Robinson in Christian's life that made him the way he was. I related to Ana's young insecurities and ambitions. I giggled at the e-mail exchanges and Ana's inner goddess (“My inner goddess sits in the lotus position looking serene except for the sly, self-congratulatory smile on her face.”). I enjoyed looking up different references in the book and listening to some new music, to boot.
My subconscious tells me I should be ashamed for liking these so much but holy hell was it erotic and fun and had me cringing, giggling and fully engrossed.
It's pure fantasy and written from the perspective of a 22 year old girl. Perhaps it's an indulgent guilty pleasure to relive being young and confused and inexperienced with some hot sex thrown in. If one reads from the perspective of an older, wiser adult then, yes, it would be an exasperating read. These books are certainly not Anais Nin but they aren't supposed to be. There will be no essays written or long, classroom discussions about the merits of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, the communication skills (or lack thereof) between Ana and Christian and the inner goddess versus the inner subconscious.
I was intrigued by the emotional scars and effects of having a Mrs. Robinson in Christian's life that made him the way he was. I related to Ana's young insecurities and ambitions. I giggled at the e-mail exchanges and Ana's inner goddess (“My inner goddess sits in the lotus position looking serene except for the sly, self-congratulatory smile on her face.”). I enjoyed looking up different references in the book and listening to some new music, to boot.
My subconscious tells me I should be ashamed for liking these so much but holy hell was it erotic and fun and had me cringing, giggling and fully engrossed.
My thoughts:
Better than the first one, not as good as the second one. Still waaaay to many sex scenes, but at they weren't so many towards the end of the book. See, Ms. James, your character's problems can be resolved without bumping nasties every other page.
Better than the first one, not as good as the second one. Still waaaay to many sex scenes, but at they weren't so many towards the end of the book. See, Ms. James, your character's problems can be resolved without bumping nasties every other page.