Fifty Shades Darker

Book Two of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

By: E. L. James

Narrated by: Becca Battoe

Length: 19 hrs and 49 mins

Publisher's summary

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Daunted by the singular tastes and dark secrets of the beautiful, tormented young entrepreneur Christian Grey, Anastasia Steele has broken off their relationship to start a new career with a Seattle publishing house.

But desire for Christian still dominates her every waking thought, and when he proposes a new arrangement, Anastasia cannot resist. They rekindle their searing sensual affair, and Anastasia learns more about the harrowing past of her damaged, driven and demanding Fifty Shades.

While Christian wrestles with his inner demons, Anastasia must confront the anger and envy of the women who came before her, and make the most important decision of her life.

This book is intended for mature audiences.

©2011 E L James (P)2012 Random House

Critic reviews

"In a class by itself." ( Entertainment Weekly)

A lot better than book 1

I enjoyed this book it's amazing how many people are connected to Grey and the lengths Grey will go to make sure that his lady love is secure in her life with her job, the things that love seems to make people do, protect the one you love. This book was good I am still frustrated with the emails that continue to go back and forth but I am suprised how Ana starts to show some type of boldness in this book. What I remember the most and had me wanting to know what will happen next is when Charlie Tango had it's issue. The narrator did a great job and the sex scenes in this book were still superb. Grey does work my nerves though because of his dominating actions and responses. A lot happens in this book and I am ready to listen to the final book.

Great Story, even better performance

Where does Fifty Shades Darker rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I have only listened to 3 audiobook. Fifty Shades of Grey, Fifty Shades Darker, and I am currently listening to Extremely Loud and Incredible Close. This was the best story and Becca does a great job with narration. There were a few other characters introduced in this book and she did a great job with using different voices and tones for each.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Christian Grey is my favorite Character because he is so messed up. I like character like that, characters I have to figure out.

Which scene was your favorite?

Laila in the apartment, and the scene where Mrs Robinson (lol) is confronted by Grey's mom. That was pretty intense

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Hearing more about Christian's childhood sadden me

The first book was more....... exciting

Would you consider the audio edition of Fifty Shades Darker to be better than the print version?

N/A, I don't plan on reading the print version

If you’ve listened to books by E L James before, how does this one compare?

I liked the first one, Fifty shades of Grey better

Which character – as performed by Becca Battoe – was your favorite?

Ana, this time, I liked Kate best in the first book but Ana turned out to be more exciting this time

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Traditional Marriage ahead

Any additional comments?

No, I wish the author had stuck with the darker side a bit longer

Couldn't Believe My Ears

Would you consider the audio edition of Fifty Shades Darker to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the book, I don't really have time to sit still hold a book and read so I love that I can listen to it on Audibles. I do love how the reader changes her voice tone to match the character that she is in.

What other book might you compare Fifty Shades Darker to and why?

I could compare this book to Soul Mates Dissapate, becuase this book lets you see through the person's eyes connect to their emotions and feelings. It gives you a good description of what an individual (man or woman) go through when dealing with the opposite sex, or the same sex.

What about Becca Battoe’s performance did you like?

I like how she changed her voice to match the characters that she was reading from. I could feel her emotions when she was reading the main characters parts. I could hear her being Anna.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

N/A

Any additional comments?

N/A

Good Love Story

You will be very shocked with where this book starts to lead you. Its not all sex but there is lots of romance added.

MUST READ!!!! (Y)

Would you consider the audio edition of Fifty Shades Darker to be better than the print version?

i've never read the printed version, but I loveeeeeeeeee the audiobook.

What did you like best about this story?

LOL, the sex and chemistry of the two. In real life however, 9% chances of that happening to any lucky girl.

What does Becca Battoe bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Her voice is absolutely perfect for this book and CANNOT imagine anyone else for the part.
Big up Becca Battoe [=

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

This book made me horny for most part [FULLSTOP]

Any additional comments?

I cant wait for the movie in the summer!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It better not suck!

Couldn't wait to start book!

Would you consider the audio edition of Fifty Shades Darker to be better than the print version?

I love the audio edition because I can listen when driving or traveling. Becca Battoe is a wonderful narrator. The characters and story jumped off the page. I had to begin Fifty Shades Darker as soon as I finished Fifty Shades of Grey. This was my favorite of the three books.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fifty Shades Darker?

When Mrs. Grey slapped "Mrs. Robinson"!

Which character – as performed by Becca Battoe – was your favorite?

All of them. Loved her performance.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes!

Any additional comments?

The development of the characters and the storyline made the tantalizing sex secondary to the trill of listening to Fifty Shades Darker.

OMG! Amazing

Would you listen to Fifty Shades Darker again? Why?

Yes. Because you get so connected to the characters.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fifty Shades Darker?

When Christian's helicopter went down

Which character – as performed by Becca Battoe – was your favorite?

Anastasia

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It turns you on

Fab Connecter Story

This book was created to connect 50 Shades with Freed. It was a very interesting book - often times the middle book in a trilogy can fall flat or become boring. But not this one, it is actually intriguing and keeps the reader interested. Becca Battoe was a fabulous narrator, who helped to draw the reader in and you don't realize how much you have listened to until you get to the end.

could be better

my only complaint is Anastasia she is so freaking annoying making any little thing huge and complicated but everything else is good