If you liked the movie or book "Nine and a Half Weeks," you'll love "3." Like "Nine," "3" explores the dark side of passion that is revealed when a couple pushes themselves to the limit of pleasure, power, pain, fear, and jealousy. The principal character, Maya, is a fascinating combination of passivity, intelligence, and sensuality. On top of that, the novel was so suspenseful that I read it in two sittings. This book would be a terrific choice for a book group -- there are so many juicy issues to discuss.