I normally wouldn't read a novel as graphic in sexual content, but if you look deeper into why Christian Grey is the way he is, it certainly makes this story compelling. I went through different emotions reading this book. In the first book, I went from seeing Christian as a possessive lunatic---a romantic guy. The second book, I went back to thinking what in the world is wrong with this dude. I am finishing the last of the trilogy now. And I am having a tough time liking Christian again. I can't wait to finish just to find out what the HECK happened to this guy to make him so Cuckoo! I wouldn't say that it is a challenging read at ALL. This would make a great beach book. I may need to amend my review after reading the 3rd and final book.