Anastasia Steela
The main protagonist of the story. Ana is somewhat shy and reserves and finds it hard to be socially outgoing. However, she is very smart and loyal. She faces threats regarding Jack, her old boss, as well as stress over her marriage failing, due to her husband, Christian's, reluctance to speak about his past.
Christian Grey
Ana's husband. He is controlling and possessive over her. He experienced a terrible childhood, that led him to become damaged. He finds it difficult to open up to Ana about his past and as such, this makes her feel insecure. He is also a Dom and pushes Ana to explore her sexual nature.
Kate
She is Ana's best friend. Kate is bubbly and socially outgoing, which is the opposite of Ana. She always encourages Ana to give Christian a chance. She is also in love with, and later engaged, to Elliot Grey.
Elliot Grey
Christian's adoptive brother. He is care-free and fun loving and seems to get along with everyone. He is also in a relationship with Ana's best friend, Kate.
Jack Hyde
Ana's old boss, who became infatuated with her but was caught attempting to rape her. He wants vengeance against Ana and Christian and so plots his revenge.
Elena
Christian's ex-Dominant. She is much older than Christian when they started their sexual relationship, and as such, this makes Ana think that she molested Christian. She however, truly does seem to love Christian and he has a close relationship with her as well, much to Ana's dismay.
