Fifty Shades books in order

The complete reading order for E.L. James's Fifty Shades trilogy, the global bestselling erotic romance series following Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Geheimes Verlangen 2011 E.L. James N/A
2 Fifty Shades Darker 2011 E.L. James Buy
3 Fifty Shades of Grey 2011 E.L. James Buy
4 Befreite Lust 2012 E.L. James N/A
5 Fifty Shades Freed 2012 E.L. James Buy

The Fifty Shades series by E.L. James is one of the best-selling book series of all time. It tells the story of Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey, whose relationship develops from an awkward first meeting into something far more intense and consuming than either of them expected.

The trilogy follows their romance through its many complications, from Christian’s need for control to Ana’s growing confidence in knowing what she wants. The books were adapted into three films and sparked widespread conversation about romance fiction. Whatever your take on the series, its impact on publishing and popular culture is hard to overstate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Fifty Shades series?

There are five books in the Fifty Shades series, published between 2011 and 2012.

What is the first book in the Fifty Shades series?

The first book in the Fifty Shades series is Geheimes Verlangen, published in 2011.

What is Fifty Shades of Grey about?

Fifty Shades of Grey follows Anastasia Steele, a literature student who interviews wealthy entrepreneur Christian Grey for her college newspaper. Their meeting sparks an intense and complicated relationship that tests both of their boundaries and expectations about love and control.

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