Honestly, the book started to excite me only towards the very end. The first 400 pages didn't bring any surprise, it was just more of the same. But then, when we think we are going to see more of Grey's past and his traumas and details on his time as a sub (which is what I wanted!), the book is near the end. So, I have to say that, although I enjoyed the reading, this book didn't live up to my expectations.