So I finally broke down and started reading ‘50 Shades of Grey.‘ I’ve heard a ton of people talking about what a great read it is, and I’m tired of not being able to even have an opinion. Reading on my Kindle and still near the beginning of the book, I notice a notation insofar as the number of times one line in particular has been highlighted. Before I tell you what the line is, let me first tell you what Wikipedia says about the book (which should tell you something about its readers):
It is notable for its explicitly erotic scenes featuring elements of sexual practices involving bondage/discipline, dominance/submission, sadism/masochism.
(ACK! I shouldn’t have read that, you guys. Now I’m thinking about all the people I know that have told me it was a ‘must read’. Oh my.)
So back to the line that has been highlighted a whole bunch of times…
“The growth and development of people is the highest calling of leadership.”
Not sure why I find that little fact so interesting. I can’t imagine highlighting anything in a book such as this, but maybe it’s just me. The fictional character credited the line to Harvey Firestone — and the dude (Mr. Grey) is fictionally rich and fictionally powerful — so I guess his knowledge on leadership and what quotes he provides that explain his success is valid and highlightable. ::cough::
Coco looks at me as if to say, “Please tell me you’re not REALLY reading THAT book…”
