E. L. James

"Fifty Shades Freed"

Fifty Shades Freed is the third book in the Fifty Shades Trilogy written by British author E.L. James. It delves into the tumultuous relationship between Anastasia "Ana" Steele, who works as an editor at a publishing company, and Christian Grey, a wealthy entrepreneur. The book was published in 2012 and later adapted into a film directed by James Foley in 2018.



The story continues from the previous installment, Fifty Shades Darker, where Ana accepts Christian's proposal of marriage. After a lengthy honeymoon, the newlywed couple returns to their home in Seattle. However, their marital bliss is disrupted when Christian discovers that Ana is reluctant to change her last name from Steele to Grey at her workplace. She prefers to retain her maiden name for professional reasons. This disagreement leads to their first fight as a married couple.



Initially stubborn in her decision, Ana eventually reevaluates her stance after realizing how much it means to Christian that she adopts his last name. Understanding the significance of this to her husband, she agrees to change her name. This resolution helps them overcome their conflict and move forward in their relationship.



In a surprising turn of events, Christian presents Ana with a remarkable gesture. He gives her control of Seattle Independent Publishing, the company where she works and which he owns. This unexpected act showcases his trust and commitment to their partnership. Ana, in her role as the new boss, makes her first executive decision by renaming the publishing company "Grey Publishing," demonstrating her willingness to

embrace Christian's surname and further solidify their bond.

Christian Grey goes on a business trip to New York, leaving Ana Steele behind. Despite Christian's explicit instructions for Ana to stay home at night for her safety, Ana decides to go out for a drink with her close friend Kate Kavanaugh. She disregards Christian's warning and chooses to spend time with her confidante.



When Ana returns home a few hours later, she is met with a shocking discovery. Jack Hyde, Ana's former boss who was fired due to his unhealthy fixation on her and his attempt to rape her, has been apprehended while attempting to break into the Grey estate. Security guards find disturbing items in his van, including duct tape, tranquillizers, and a ransom note. It becomes evident that Jack Hyde had malicious intentions towards Ana, leading to his subsequent arrest.



Upon hearing the news of Ana's closeencounter with abduction, Christian immediately cuts short his business trip and rushes back to Seattle. However, instead of responding with love and concern for Ana's well-being, he initially reacts with anger towards her. Christian berates Ana for foolishly disobeying his orders and venturing out at night. Ana, in turn, confronts Christian about his controlling behavior, emphasizing that he cannot prevent her from seeing her friends. They go to bed angry, but eventually, they manage to reconcile their differences.



Christian realizes his mistake in acting in such a controlling manner and admits his wrongdoing to Ana. To make amends, he plans a surprise trip to Aspen with their group of friends. This gesture is meant to demonstrate his love and desire to strengthen their relationship. During the Aspen trip, Christian's older brother, Elliot, proposes to Kate, Ana's best friend. Kate happily accepts Elliot's proposal, marking a joyful and celebratory moment among their close-knit circle.

Christian and Ana return to Seattle, only to discover that Ana's step-father, Ray, is in a coma after a terrible automobile accident. Fortunately, Ray wakes up and is relocated closer to Ana. The following weekend, Christian throws Ana a big birthday party, giving her lots of presents - some are symbolic and thoughtful gestures about their relationship, while others are lavish and expensive gifts such as a new car, an Audi R8.



Ana and Christian have another fight, however, after she reveals that she is pregnant with his baby. Rather than view this as a blessing, Christian is characteristically furious. He says a number of hurtful things, such as that Ana got pregnant "on purpose." Deep down, the truth is that Christian is extremely insecure, claiming that Ana will choose their future son over him. Moreover, he chauvinistically dismisses the notion that the baby could possibly be a girl. Making matters worse, Ana discovers that Christian received a text from Elena Lincoln, an ex-girlfriend of sorts. Years ago, when Christian was only fifteen, Elena first immersed him in the world of BDSM sex, the thematic backdrop against which the entire book series is set.



In the climax of the relationship drama between Ana Steele and Christian Grey, Christian once again goes on a business trip. During his absence, Ana receives a call from Jack, the man who had previously posed a threat to her. Jack reveals that he has kidnapped Christian's younger sister, Mia, and demands a ransom of $5 millionwithin two hours. Ana is warned that Mia's life will be in danger if she informs anyone or seeks help.



This creates a dilemma for Ana as Christian had assigned a bodyguard named Sawyer to watch over her while he was away. However, Ana manages to evade Sawyer's surveillance and heads to the bank to withdraw the requested amount. Determined to confront Jack, Ana also brings a gun with her for protection.

At the meeting point, Jack takes the money and agrees to release Mia. However, upon seeing Ana, he becomes enraged and attempts to kill her. He violently shoves her to the ground. Despite the assault, Ana manages to shoot Jack in the leg before losing consciousness. Jack is subsequently arrested, and Ana is taken to a local hospital to recover.



When Ana wakes up, she finds Christian by her side. He apologizes for having a drink with Elena, but he insists that it was nothing more than a conversation with an old friend. Christian explains that he had been dealing with haunting memories of his foster family and needed someone to talk to. Ana forgives him, understanding his need for support.



The story then fast-forwards two years into the future. Christian's prediction comes true as Ana had given birth to a baby boy named Teddy. Now, she is pregnant once again, this time with a girl whom they plan to name Phoebe. Ana and Christian find themselves blissfully happy, engaging in their BDSM lifestyle. They celebrate joyously with their friends, marking a moment of contentment and fulfillment in their lives.



This part of the story encompasses the intense climax of the plot, where Ana faces a life-threatening situation to save Mia. It also explores the resolution of conflicts between Ana and Christian, emphasizing their forgiveness and commitment to each other. The glimpse into their future showcases their growing family and the happiness they find together.