BookBingeFifty Shades Books in Order
A billionaire with a taste for control meets a shy college grad, sparking a cultural phenomenon.
Here is the complete Fifty Shades reading order — all 3 books by E.L. James, in the order you should read them:
Publication order (recommended)
- Fifty Shades of Grey(2011)
- Fifty Shades Darker(2012)
- Fifty Shades Freed(2012)
Good news: for this series, publication order and chronological order are the same — just read straight down the list.
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Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many books are in the Fifty Shades series?
There are 3 books in the Fifty Shades series by E.L. James, beginning with Fifty Shades of Grey (2011) and most recently Fifty Shades Darker (2012).
What is the first Fifty Shades book?
The first book is Fifty Shades of Grey, published in 2011. That's where new readers should start.
Should I read Fifty Shades in publication or chronological order?
Publication and chronological order are identical for this series, so just follow the list.