Betenov,
D/s is shorhand for the Dominant/submissive (often also and somewhat incorrectely referred to as BDSM - Bondage, Domination, Sadism and Masochism) lifestyle. 50 Shades of Grey also touches of facets of the S&M aspect as well as the M/s (Master/slave) one.
The issue I take with it is that it is more about the "what" than the why. It goes in to great detail on the "what happens" and "how" it makes the peson feel (from the narrative point of view), but it never really delves into the balance such relationships require, or the great responsibility that the Dominant has. I feel that those who choose to partake in such an alternative lifestyle need to be better prepared for its realities - rather than just glorifying the "what fun stuff people can do that enjoy that kind of thing!".
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Captain Haplo
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