Am I the only woman who didn't like 50 Shades of Grey?
I read the first book, and barely made it through. Between the constant references to how "hot" Grey is and the overuse of the word "clamber," I became annoyed about half way through. I will give the author credit though, she wrote a character most of us would love to step into. A struggling, unsure, twenty-something year old, who is also not incredibly attractive. Who among us hasn't felt that way? Of course the idea of a gorgeous, rich man that "rescues" us sounds great. Ok, enough of my rant. The sex scenes are great and the only reason I made it through the first book.
I do not know I have absolutely no desire to read it at all.
I think there is a formula, or hypothesis, out there that can properly explain why books like Twilight and 50 Shades of Grey are popular. Something like "Harry Potter Generation + hormones + romance - deep writing = profit". I remember telling anyone who would listen that Edward Cullen is the Fabio of this generation. It's the same romance formula, it's just ballooned into a giant population that follows new books with little rhyme or reason. Every once and a while they hit on something genuinely good (like the Hunger Games) but for the most part, this movement is so fast and senseless that trying to figure it out makes ones head hurt.
I couldn't agree more! I loved the Hunger Games trilogy and hated when people compared it to Twilight. There definitely seems to be a formula for profit at work.
I am only halfway through the book. I find the Grey character a little disturbing. Maybe it's because I work in mental health! I don't know how my 20 year old self would act (if Mr. Grey was real and was after me, how not plausible!) but I think my forty something year old self would have to get a restraining order! not only is he stalking her but he is grooming her for his escapades. No amount of money or good looks can excuse his controlling behavior. But I have to remember this is just a character in a book, even though there are probably many men like him in the world. i will finish this book to see if it gets any better, but most likely not read the rest of the series.
Considering your profession, I am sure it's hard to NOT analyze his character! I'm sure feminists have a field day with this book, for a variety of reasons. It's interesting to think about how we would've handled that situation then vs now.
is it worth reading? I'm curious but i hate books that are badly written. It just makes you feel embarrassed for the writer. Also is it full of stereotypes; like the perfect male you describe; rich and gorgeous. I wrote a hub; 50 shades of grey - to read or not to read explaining my dilemma; let me know what you think i should do.
It's hard to know if it's worth your time. I've read books that were far from literary masterpieces because of the entertainment factor. It's easy to follow, and reminds me of a chick lit meets romance novel. My advice is to borrow it, don't buy.
by Catherine Mostly 7 years ago
Remember the passionate fighting between fans and anti-fans of the book-turned-movie, 'Fifty Shades of Grey'? Well, 'Fifty Shades Darker' is now being filmed - and there is still one more movie after this, 'Fifty Shades Freed'. The problem with these books is that they ARE written harmfully and...
by harmony155 11 years ago
Are you embarrassed to read 50 Shades of GRey in public?
by cfin 11 years ago
Why do you think 50 Shades of Grey is so popular?I understand that it is an erotic novel, but aren't there a few hundred thousand erotic novels on the shelves. What is it that women find so fascinating about this particular story?
by DearJamieLegih 11 years ago
Is 50 shades of grey (or fifty shades of grey) a good book!With all the hype about this book I am actually considereing getting it! however no review as there will be thousands with it being so popular!
by navneetjha 11 years ago
What is the review of 50 shades of grey?Has anyone read the book? Whats your say about the book.
by christen whalen 11 years ago
Books like "Twilight" and "50 Shades of Grey" are wildly popular, mainly due to the response of the female population. Do you think the only reason these books are popular is because of the subtle (Twilight) and not-so-subtle (50 Shades of Grey) sexual components? Do these books...
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