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Captain Edward Cullen was popularly known as one of the most ruthless, murdering, thieving, dread pirates of the Atlantic Ocean, particularly of the areas between the Caribbean and the American colonies. He ran a tight ship named the Black Arrow, and rightly so since it was one of the fastest pirate ships in the known world. He needed the speed of his boat and the utmost respect and loyalty of his crew because he wasn’t just after any treasure, he was on a quest searching for specific relics portrayed in a cryptic journal he possessed that were rumored to be the keys to finding a hidden, enormous Aztec treasure. The main problem was, there was only half a map known to exist and it was currently in the hands of his arch-nemesis and competition for the treasure - another notorious but vile pirate - one that Edward had vowed to get his revenge against for more reasons than one. Said pirate was also constantly evading being caught by ships of the Crown; a wanted man for all his heinous crimes.

Raised a proper young lady, Isabella is convinced the notorious pirate Edward Cullen is responsible for her father's death two years ago, since "Cullen" was the last word he spoke with his dying breath. His prized cutlass with a large sapphire inlaid in the handle had also been stolen, and from her private investigator, she had gained knowledge that Cullen is, in fact, in possession of it. Come hell or high water, she was determined that she would get her revenge for her father's death and get the cutlass back. So she flattens her breasts with strips of cloth, disguises herself in breeches and other clothing of a young boy, rolls her long hair up and tucks it in a hat and manages to get hired on board the Black Arrow. Her target is the captain, ‘One-Eyed-Eddie’, wearing the black patch that covers the scar of his missing eye and his signature red bandana tied over his long hair that is twisted into reddish brown dreads. She will just bide her time until she can get to him and then, kill him! Will she get her revenge and retrieve her father’s cutlass? Or will she be discovered and find out things are may not be as they seem?

Of course Cutlass by TKegl is loosely based on the Pirates of the Caribbean, but the author definitely puts her own unique spin on it. At her flawless words and vivid imagery, you will experience a total immersion with cut-throat adventures on the high seas and beyond, and the characters and action will spring to life before your very eyes! Her Bella is one kick-ass little hellion that doesn't take grief off of anyone. She gets herself into all kinds of difficult circumstances, but a well-placed knee to the groin, a punch in the nose or a rum jug smashed up side a head usually takes care of it! Eddie's one hot, sexy, tough-as-nails pirate, but has all kinds of secrets of his own, like where he came from and how he came to be a pirate. These two constantly butt heads and antagonize each other and the tension builds and builds until...you’ll have to read to find out! There is action and adventure in every chapter along with mystery and intrigue, all shrouded in danger and of course UST and more! Batten down the hatches, mates, and jump on board with TKegl for this voyage of your life! (Unedited version of the story can also be found on Archive of Our Own.)

Cutlass consists of 27 chapters and a total of 134,307 words. The story is rated M for content and sexy times.

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Gothic: pertaining to a style of literature characterized by a gloomy setting, grotesque, mysterious, or violent events, and an atmosphere of degeneration and decay. This describes not only focus of the classes Dr. Isabella Swan teaches as a professor of Early Modern Literature, but it also her proclivity in her personal life as a connoisseur of horror films and 19th-century Gothic novels. She rationalizes that these things are her safe haven where she can immerse herself in the tortuous existence of the characters in these stories - as a way to escape from her own; choosing the safe haven of books with characters that will cause her no pain as opposed to people in real life who can. She is extremely intelligent and thought-provoking, often leaving you chuckling from her unusual and hilarious thought associations, but she is also constantly disparaging herself as awkward or not socially acceptable or what a “burden it must be for people to have to look at someone like me”. She is always expecting the worst from others and questioning every action and word for ulterior motives, but she endeavors to appear ‘normal’ and charming in front of her colleagues and students; trying to present herself as tolerable and carefully following all the rules of etiquette. What could have happened in her life to leave her so disturbed and damaged? What had she endured as a young girl to drive her to only find solace in books of Gothic literature?

For one thing, meet Edward Cullen, the bane of her existence. Back in high school he was the leader of the resident ‘brat pack’ who made it their sole purpose in life to bully, humiliate and torment Bella and her best friend, Alice, making their daily lives a living hell. Now he shows up ten years later at the bar where her department colleagues are having ‘happy hour’ and he has the audacity to approach and speak to her, and even has the nerve to ask her to help him solve the mysterious cold case murder of his ex-girlfriend, Tanya, that happened right after high school. And why ask Bella? Because willing or not, she was his only alibi that kept him from being tried for the murder himself, and the only one who knows without a doubt he did not do it. Now he’s intruding on her personal life once again, saying he’s a doctor, he’s changed, and he’s sorry. You have to give him credit for being a persistent fella who keeps asking her questions, eventually figuring out how to play by her rules - but still pushes her buttons to get her to talk. Then he listens in fascination as she goes on one of her crazy rants - even though most of the time he has no idea what she is talking about! Her passive-aggressive treatment of Edward, and the changing dynamics and dialogue between these two is like watching a championship tennis match.

Author-self-insert will definitely keep you on your toes with her brilliant and articulate word play, the intense, intriguingly complex plot and the absolutely unique voice she has given Bella. You will be torn between cracking up over Bella's inner dialogue and feeling heartbroken for her damaged sense of self-worth and complete distrust of everyone. You will discover that Gothic is so much more than a murder mystery, even though that part will have you continually racking your brain to come up with your own theories as to ‘whodunit’ and keep you riveted on the edge of your seat. It is also an intellectually challenging and emotionally provoking study of the struggle of two flawed individuals to deal not only with the demons of their pasts, but with increasingly disturbing events that start happening in the present; while at the same time forging the basic foundation of a budding relationship with each other - seemingly against the all the odds. Can they figure it all out? Do you think you can figure it out? Are you up for the challenge? Don’t miss out on this gem, it's perfect for Friday the 13th ;-)!

Gothic contains 23 chapters and a total of 116,449 words. The story is rated M for language and content.

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Seven years ago, Bella thought she had found the love of her life in Edward Masen; even though she was insecure about him being a few years younger than her. The chemistry between them was instant and conversation seemed to never come to a pause when they were together. Bella's past and insecurities always created a small doubt in her mind regarding their relationship, but she knew that deep down, she had fallen in love with Edward. But her fear becomes true when unfortunate circumstances causes them both to split different ways to pursue their respective careers. Bella achieves a fellowship in orthopedic surgery and is well on her way to become what she always wanted to, and Edward leaves town to attain the title of a successful baseball pitcher. Now, present time in Houston, Texas, the last person she expects to see - on Valentine's Day too no less - at the hospital she works at is the very same Edward trying to make amends and get back with her... Why was he back in town again and more importantly, why did it seem as though his eyes were hiding a secret of his own? Will Edward be able to restart what he has always felt for Bella and regain her trust?

Designated Hitter seems like a very ordinary plot-line, but let me tell you that the story is actually impeccably written! You are able to read through the physical changes within both of our characters at present time compared with seven years ago, when they were more naive. Edward, is obviously extremely hot with his sport muscles, but he too has an inner turmoil going on these past years. As they unravel themselves to each another once more, hold on tight because I assure you that it will be a beautiful ride with the right amounts of angst and romance. Just remember not to judge either of them in the beginning without knowing the full story, especially because the story is only told through Bella's perspective. Don't miss out on this one, it's definitely worth a read!!

Designated Hitter consists of 26 chapters and a total of 136,641 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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Meet Mr. Edward Anthony Masen, who when he twenty years of age found himself heir to the huge estate of Pemberley, a fortune, and guardian to ten year old little sister, Alice. He feels bound by his duty to preserve his impeccable family name and status in high society, and the responsibility for all of those in his employ. Now, at twenty-seven years of age, he endeavors to observe obligatory social functions from a safe distance to avoid being accosted by the artificial, superficial, incessant women who only want him for what he stands for, not who he is, including Emmett's evil harpy of a sister, Tanya. Tired of the endless pursuits of such women, he becomes more and more jaded. He continually wonders if he will ever meet a woman who is of high caliber, but who is also intelligent, witty, and spirited; when one day it happens out of nowhere. While riding his horse during a storm, he encounters a beautiful young woman walking along the road and dancing in the rain. He is intrigued and gets closer; entranced by her beautiful features, her long dark hair and gets lost in her big brown eyes. He asks politely if he could be of assistance and introduces himself, finding out she is Isabella, the daughter of a gentleman whose estate is nearby as he kisses her sweet hand. Then, with complete disregard to the duty of his station and against all rules of propriety and polite society, he leans down and kisses her soft lips.

In the days that follow, he learns that she is one of five sisters and that although her father is a land owner, they are far beneath what is considered socially acceptable for a man of his high status. To be with her would taint and ruin his family name that he is bound by duty to preserve and uphold. He determines he must distance himself from her, yet he is almost driven to madness with hopeless dreams of her. She is his heaven and hell, the one woman he had been searching his entire life for, but Isabella, no matter how beautiful, intelligent or talented, comes from an unsuitable family. His actions towards her run hot and cold and many times he treats her intolerably - trying desperately to maintain that distance; yet he is undeniably physically attracted to her and emotionally torn. Will he let her lower station in life continue to make him shun her as unattainable, or will he overcome this deeply ingrained sense of duty to pursue his desire and find happiness? Would she even accept him if he did?

Set in early nineteenth century England, this is a spectacular adaptation of Pride and Prejudice by Aspenleaf that will keep you entranced with it's poetic Victorian prose, visual imagery, character development and it's own unique twists and turns in the compelling plot. You will find this flawless story emotionally engaging, full of drama, romance, a little angst, a dastardly evil villain, action, and of course, some sweet loving! This is one of the early fanfiction classics that was just as exciting for me to re-read now as it was several years ago. Allow yourself to get immersed into another wonderful place and time and go read this!

Duty and Desire consists of 30 chapters with 115,375 words. It is rated M for themes, violence and sexual situations.

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A few years back, Edward and Bella seemed to be content with their relationship; unfortunately, it only lasted for about a month before either could truly reveal their feelings to each other and before reality hit them both with a force. Neither had expected their worlds to turn down on their backs when they discovered their respective hidden secrets. Edward has his own reasons for breaking up with her and discovers that he is part of the biggest mafia group in the the entire Chicago due to a series of terrible events previously. Thinking that a perfect girlfriend like Bella was certainly not perfect for a mobward like him, the two of them split up - only to meet three years later under a contractual marriage between, not one, but two mafia families. It turns out that Bella's father was also the leader of another borgata - though it was smaller than Edward's - and right before becoming the target of a rival, he had made a pact with Edward to join forces by his and Bella's marriage. But will Bella be able to get over the shock that Edward is the same Masen she fell in love with so many years ago? Will Edward be able to convince her to forgive him? And more importantly, will they be able to stand against the powerful enemy that is the Volturi?

Mafia Princess is a great dramatic story that will have you hooked from the very first chapter! I absolutely loved the plot, which also included E/B's personal hook-up apart from the story as a whole about concurring the rival mob. Edward and Bella are really sweet together and their moments is something you will constantly look forward to. It is a great mix of mafia action combined with humor and romance and I highly suggest you read it - especially if you are into a sexy Edward with a gun in his hand ;). Bella's character is also very strong in this fanfiction, because she has really grown from her naive teen self to a woman - when her father passes away and she realizes that she has to be part of a mafia. Her training as well as her capability to use a gun is pretty mind-blowing for Edward! Oh, and did I mention that this story has some really good smut?! A perfect mix that you should not miss out on - so go and read it asap!

Mafia Princess consists of 32 chapters and a total of 122,865 words. The story is only missing an epilogue, but is otherwise complete. It is rated M for language and lemons.

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The first time he saw her was when she was working part-time as a waitress in a restaurant right across from him; her elegant way of serving her customers' ordered dishes and her sexy lip ring were some things Edward couldn't help but think about even while on duty as a fireman. What he found absolutely stunning, though, were her sleeved arms, completely covered with what could only be secrets - he could relate to those with his very own on his back. But when they first converse with one another, Bella blatantly states that she is not open for relationships and that after a bad past experience, she wanted to focus on her career in optometry school and not on dating. Although this leaves Edward more than a little upset, he doesn't stop destiny from letting them clash into each other over and over again. But will their relationship be able to work with Bella's secrets and with Edward's past quickly catching up to him?

A MUST READ everyone! I am huge fan of MrsSpaceCowboy's stories and this one is definitely one that should not be missed! This story will have you hooked with its angst, sexy lemons, pure love, and the importance of relationships. Oh, and did I mention hot lemons? You will fall endlessly - if you aren't already - in love with tattooward/ella in this roller coaster. I will have you know though that the initial burn between our lovers is slow, but once they hit it off it's just as mind-blowing as the building tension! The unexpected twists and turns, especially both their pasts, is something that your heart will break for, but you will also be more than impressed with the way the author has so brilliantly incorporated them into the main plot. So don't hesitate for a single minute and jump right to this wonderful fanfiction - you won't regret it in the least!

Rest My Soul consists of 24 chapters and a total of 111,129 words. The story is rated MA for language and sexy smut.

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When Edward found out that his Nana is suffering from cancer, he drops everything and rushes to the small town of Masen Valley - where he grew up - to see her. Being back in that town with his adopted daughter Ella brings back all sorts of memories; memories he wanted to escape from, memories that had led him to leave the place and settle in Jacksonville to build his career as a contractor. But his Nana had taken him and his sister Rosalie in when they had no one, and she was the mother figure in their lives; the least Edward could do was be with her during her final days. Watching your loved one wither away right before your eyes is not something easy, and Edward takes it particularly hard with his deep connection with his Nana as well as the place he was in. He just wanted to rewind time and go back to Jacksonville with his daughter again, where things were stable. Just when he thought he couldn't take it anymore, he gets called down by an old Mrs Cope to fix up a worn down house that she was planning to loan to a young brunette - Isabella. 

When the two meet, they feel something between them that neither of them has felt for a long time now. Edward's frequent visits to Bella's house makes the two of them bond, and Edward finds out that he is not the only one broken here. Bella has come down to Masen Valley for her own escape of sorts and she is dealing with her own issues. As time goes on, Bella - who finally decides to follow her dreams of being a photographer - becomes extremely close to Edward's darling daughter Ella and the southern drawled man himself, Edward. The two of them fall in love together and Bella is more than happy to take on the role of being Ella's mother. With so many things to hold on to, will the two of them be able to share their significant pasts with each other and let that go? Will Nana's passing away be too much for Edward to bear that he will want to leave for Jacksonville?

Holding On and Letting Go is a story that captures realism and teaches you about what things you really need to embrace in life. Both the characters in here have something of their own to deal with, and when they meet with each other, they realize that there are some things worth giving up for and others that simply shouldn't get out of your hands. The fanfiction is much too underrated for the wonderful plot-line and very few - if any - grammatical errors. Jenny0719 was really creative with this story and you will be surprised at many of the twists and turns on this roller-coaster. All I say is, don't miss it! Edward and Bella have a fabulous chemistry between them and their personalities - especially Edward's - will thaw at your heart. Ella, Edward's daughter is just the icing on the cake who makes both of their lives even more beautiful than it already is. Oh, and did I mention that Edward's southern accent it absolutely amazing?! So don't wait too much and enjoy this emotion-filled story as soon as you can!

Holding On and Letting Go consists of 28 chapters and a total of 138,011 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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Edward Masen owns the entire mafia business, taking the ownership after his grandfather since his father wanted to pursue a career as a doctor. Besides doing what has been in his blood for centuries now, Edward also has a public persona of a rich businessman; he owns factories of specialized weaponry - ironically. But most of all, his role as a father is what makes him him. Edward is the father of two twins Cassie and Cullen, who - though conceived by insemination - are the dearest people he holds to his heart. He is turning thirty-two soon and although he is more than content with everything that he has accomplished in his time, he can't help but feel sad about going to his bed alone at night. Everyone around him seems to have their perfect love to spend the rest of their lives with, except for him, who always seems to encounter women who want him for either his looks or his money. Bella, on the other hand, is a mysterious identity whose last name remains an enigma as the story progresses.  The two of them meet during an unfortunate, but small, accident and instantly the chemistry is charging. She is one woman who can be tough as nails on Edward, talk back at him, and care for his children like no other. Will Edward finally be able to find his true love in Bella? Or will her true identity make everything come down crashing?

This Thing of Ours is a beautiful story that combines the love of family as well as the tough reality of being in the mafia all the at the same time. One thing I absolutely love in the fic is Edward's character, who is firm in his job aspects but sweet as a sugar treat when it comes to his children. The reader quickly comes to realize that he yearns for someone to love him the way his mother does his father, or the way his best friends do with their significant others. The fact that his life is so full in terms of all of his accomplishments, yet so empty when it comes to sharing his bed with someone he can love is so heart-felt. Bella, on the other hand, is simply put - a mystery. From the very beginning of the story, we see her as a strong persona - ones that does not reveal even her full name to the people around her. Her ID states that she is twenty-one, but is she really? Meeting Edward and his children compel her to spill everything before him, but can she trust him? This story is really mind-blowing in every aspect and the authors WeeKittyAndTAT have done a really good job portraying what is going through both of their minds through alternating point of views between the characters. Don't miss this one!!

This Thing of Ours consists of 40 chapters and a total of 136,260 words (more on TWCF and FP because they are not as constricted as the fanfiction). The story is rated M for language and sexual activities.

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When Bella and her sister Tanya went for a vacation in Miami Beach, they did not expect to find two hunks that will steal their hearts away. Especially Bella, who met a handsome green-eyed man that wooed her right off her feet. Their chemistry was impeccable, to say the least, and they even spent a night together to make love. But when she wakes up the next morning to empty sheets and a knock on her door that claims that all her father's valuables were stolen, she is unable to grasp that fact that Edward was nothing but a con man. His sweet voice, his promises, and the love that she thought she so clearly saw for her in his eyes - were they a mere pretense? How could she have trusted a man so much that she didn't even realize that he was using her? Bella's self hatred and the questions that reel in her mind are endless. It was as if she didn't know who Edward really was. Edward, on the other hand, who was preparing to flee Miami, couldn't help but get Bella out of his head. He had conned many a times before, so why did this particular one stick with him so much? The constant nagging gets the better of him and he decides to ditch his crew, determined to go back to Bella. But will there be nasty consequences of the life that he left behind? And will Bella be able to trust him again?

Stolen is a fantastic story that will have you hooked by the unexpected twists and turns that it brings! When I first started the fic, I was slightly hesitant because the idea of Edward deceiving Bella was a little too uncomfortable. But I gave myself a pat on the back for not putting the story away, because I would have deeply regretted it. There is passion, love, crime, action, and fluff all in one mind-blowing story that you definitely do NOT want to miss out on. Edward has his own reasons for the things that he does, and what completely pulls at the readers hearts will be his love for Bella - which is ultimately what brings him to make the proper decisions. As all of her stories, Rochelle Allison has come up with yet another fantastic plot with barely, if any, grammatical errors. In addition, the point of view alternates between Edward and Bella so following the story's events will not be difficult at all. Even after the two get back together, their love is continuously tested when Edward's past comes up to haunt him yet again. My words are definitely too less to describe this awesome story so please go and read it!! 

Stolen consists of 27 chapters and a total of 109,385 words. The story is rated M for foul language, sexual activities, and crime.

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Bella Swan lives a pretty content life with her sister Alice and two cousins Jessica and Lauren in the small town of Forks, Washington. Unlike her mother, she didn't have many complaints regarding all of their unmarried lives. Renee Swan was a loud mouth that was adamant on marrying off all her daughters to rich men so that she could be part of the wealthy. Her husband and the their father Charlie Swan could care less about his wife's endless rants and preference of Jessica and Lauren over her real daughters; he preferred to spent time with his own daughters, especially his favorite—Bella. When a certain Jasper Whitlock enters town with his best friend Edward Cullen for the summer, the entire population of Forks go wild over their handsome looks and riches. Unfortunately, both their personalities are stark opposites of each other with Jasper being calm and social, and Edward being the arrogant potty-mouth with a huge ego problem. When Bella and Edward first meet at a social gathering, their first impressions of each other aren't very good; Bella prefers to stay miles away from Edward, especially after the rumors going around about him. But will are the rumors all true? Will Bella be able to come out of all the misunderstandings to see Edward for who he really is?

Yes folks, if you haven't figured it out already, this story follows the same plot line as the famous Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice! Let's admit it—who doesn't want to read about Darcyward?! He is hot, has a foul mouth and appears to be arrogant, but is really a sweetheart. The best part—this story is set in present time, unlike the period that Pride and Prejudice went through, which makes the fanfiction all the more interesting to read through. As all of pattyrose's stories are, this one will also blow your mind away with her great writing style and plot idea. Follow Edward and Bella through this tale full of misconceptions and undying love for one another, along with drama-filled events that will make this story a similar classic to read! This was only pattyrose's second fic, but it is just as hooking to read as all of her other "babies", as she likes to call her stories. Are the troubles of Bella's sister Alice and her cousins Jess and Lauren too much to bear? Will her mother's big mouth ruin everything in their lives before they even start? And most of all, will Edward and Bella be able to have their happy ending despite the misunderstandings that they had? Find out the answers to all of these questions in this mind-blowing tale that is much to underrated!! 

Arrogance & Animosity - A Modern TwiFic consists of 37 chapters and a total of 128,117 words. The story is rated T for some mild language.

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The year is 1984 in Chicago, Illinois. Bella Swan is a senior and Queen Bee of her high school. She's used to showing the world a front in order to keep her parents happy and her "friends" from turning on her. Things have a way of changing though. When a new student starts at her school, she meets delinquent Edward Masen and their attraction is tangible from the start but her social status in both the school and community keeps her from making a move. He's continuously making snide comments about her and she's throwing them right back at him. It's a never-ending game. Until they're stuck together in detention one day—playing truth or dare with other classmates—that they realize just how wrong they are about another. As time goes on, Bella begins to separate herself from her 'popular' friends and incorporate her new friends into her life.

Of course, the 'popular' crowd don't like her sudden change—especially Jessica, her childhood friend. Jessica goes out of her way to purposely make Bella and her new circle of friends miserable, but they refuse to let her tantrics get to them. As the group grows closer, so do Bella and Edward. What started as mutual hateful relationship between classmates turns into friendship, and slowly evolves into a romantic relationship. When they come out with their relationship, Bella's parents aren't happy about it but Renee is completely against it. But, with Charlie's help, they continue to be together. Knowing Edward came to Chicago with a troubled past, it comes as no surprise when he's told to return to Washington for his trial. Can they get through this time apart without others getting in the way of their relationship?

I'd previously read a different fanfiction by JiffyKate and, when I read the summary for Under Pressure, it drew me in. Once I started reading this fic, I literally couldn't stop until I was finished. It was a quick read for me and I enjoyed every moment. Under Pressure is a slow burn, mostly written in Bella's point of view, though there are some chapters from Edward's. As I mentioned above, Bella and Edward's relationship has a very shaky start before they put everything aside and give into their building feelings. I must admit, I love how genuine and strong this dynamic duo portrayed Bella to be. And Edward's even better—so strong and, as always, hot! Under Pressure is guaranteed to cause giggle fits and snorts and it's worth the read!

Under Pressure consists of 41 chapters and 105,450 words. It's rated M for foul language, mild sexual content, and underage drinking.

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A horrifying curse set upon two souls from centuries back still carries on present time in the lives of Edward and Bella. Edward Cullen - when his lips press three times upon another, the person will absolutely loathe him, to the point where they want to kill him. So he never kisses - just f**ks. Bella Swan - all it takes is one kiss from or upon her lips that the person will fall completely in love with her, to the point where they will quit their daily necessities of life and start to die if she does not reciprocate. So Bella Swan never kisses - she just f**ks. When these two set their eyes on each other for the first time, the electricity is immediate. And the sex is the best that they have ever had, but will either of them be able to discover or even want to explore the idea of love from what they have been through? And if so, then how do they possibly go on with the curse lingering around them constantly? Is there a way to break the curse without destroying everyone?

"For one, unrequited love. For the other, all consuming hate. Together, can they break it?" 

Kiss Me Now, Kiss Me Never is a superb fic that will have you hooked by its slightly supernatural plot-line! For both Edward and Bella, their curses are unable to make them move forward in life. Edward definitely does not want another person picking up his/her knife after him and Bella does not want another person to lay on their death bed because she can't reciprocate his/her love. The insanity that either of them face is pretty complicated, but you come to terms with why they choose to just have one night stands instead - without the kissing of course. They are both scared to form a commitment, afraid that true love will not last last long in either of their cases. It's really great to see the love develop between Edward and Bella here though, and just like every other ericastwilight fanfic, this too will tug at your heart-strings as they stay together through everything in order to break their curses. Definitely a unique story that is much too underrated for my liking, so go out there and enjoy this masterpiece!

Kiss Me Now, Kiss Me Never consists of 32 chapters and a total of 102,004 words. This AH story is rated M for language and lemons.

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When Bella meets Edward for the first time as her roommate Alice's brother, it's a mutual dislike. The two just don't seem to get along—their initial meeting is quite humorous actually, with kool-aid all over Edward's hair ;-). But they both have their significant secrets and pasts deep inside of them—one that they do not show in front of anyone. It's their broken spirits that they can somewhat connect with, and that's what brings them closer. College life is great and all, but Bella's dream had always been to become a dancer... something that is now no longer possible. So almost every night, she sneaks out and lives life the way she wants, just for a couple of hours—nothing can happen, right? On the other hand, Edward had just moved in to Washington all the way from L.A., and re-starting his life all over again wasn't something easy, especially when he had demons of his own. He sneaks out at night too, living a side of him that is completely unknown to others: a graffiti artist, and such a fantastic one at that! Will the two of them reveal their secrets to each other and find love in the process? Or will the harsh realities of their life prevent that from happening?

MandyLeigh87 creates yet another fabulous piece of fiction with Secret Life. This story is nothing like you think and will have you hooked from the very first chapter. The unexpected twists and turns are almost like reading a mystery novel, leaving you wanting to find out what happens next. As all of MandyLeigh's stories are, this one also has an amazing plot and it isn't hard to fall in love with the characters—each of them with their significant personalities. The fanfiction is written in both Edward and Bella's perspective, so it's easy to connect with them as the events of the story unfold. What I absolutely loved about the fic, though, was the fact that both our main characters are extremely strong. Although they initially hide their natural selves to each other, the readers realize that it isn't something easy to deal with and the strength combined with pure love between the couple is what makes the story so realistic. The story is a HEA, so for those of you who hesitated on the story because of that, don't worry! This fic is definitely worth a read—go give it a try!

Secret Life consists of 25 chapters and a total of 111,359 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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Edward Masen moves to Forks after his parents died in a house fire back in Chicago. At the time, the only thing on his mind is revenge. He has his plans for when he found who killed his parents and what he would do to them, but what he wasn't expecting was to fall in love with the police chief's daughter - Bella Swan. As high school students, they envision a future where they would always be together and stay happy. But everything can change in the blink of an eye when you least expect it. One day, Bella's as happy as she's ever been with her loving boyfriend by her side. And the next, she falls into a deep depression when said boyfriend dies in an accident. But time doesn't heal all wounds for Bella, and she's admitted into psychiatric hospital as a last resort. Still, she feels Edward's presence and swears she sees him in her dreams.

What she doesn't know is that Edward was hiding, working with a secret organization as Decoy. Since his "death" four years back, he has been keeping tabs on Bella—making sure she was happy and well-off—against his superiors' orders. Though, when he decides to give up on his hopes of being reunited, unforeseen circumstances have him trying to protect her from who, or what, ever it is that's on a mission to kill. It's safe to say that their reunion isn't what Edward has been hoping for—Bella is pretty hateful and hostile towards him. But as time goes on, she finds herself slowly falling in love with him all over again. Will they be alive long enough to enjoy their future together?

Détruit is a highly emotional roller coaster ride. Try placing yourself in Bella's shoes: you've lost the love of your life, just to find out he's been alive the whole time and living in the same city. On top of that, there are people trying to kill you. It's pretty earth shattering, if you ask me. I do love how Somah doesn't portray Bella as a weakling though - she's a strong woman who's been through hell and back, and still manages to land on her feet... Time and time again. Détruit is a very well written story, told from both Bella and Edward's point of view so it's great to indulge in both perspectives and get a wholesome view. Throughout the journey, you will find yourself crying and struggling to keep your emotions in check at times so I suggest you keep tissues nearby, just in case. But don't miss out on this wonderful story!

Détruit consists of 20 chapters and 101,210 words. The story is rated MA for foul language, some mild sexual content, and graphic violence.

  

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Bella Swan was born and raised in a small town, and has never been one for relationships. Her main priority is maintaining her successful businesses with her best friend Alice, who's completely obsessed with British actor Edward Cullen. Alice can't stop talking about the handsome actor after having read online rumors about him being in the area for filming. While Alice continues this way, Bella grows increasingly irritated of hearing all about the Hollywood heartthrob. So she decides to take matters into her own hands and plans to arrange a private meeting for Alice with Edward. However, her plans turn out to be unsuccessful after Alice meets Jasper—who Alice believes is her soul mate. 

For Edward Cullen, being surrounded by people who only want to be around him for his celebrity status and being set up with other actresses for promotional gain is nothing new. But he’s growing tired of the fake relationships and wants to find a deeper connection with another person, much like his parents'. Having left Los Angeles to do some filming in Forks, he meets Alice while getting coffee. He's left with the impression that she's just another star-struck girl. Though he remains polite to anyone who approaches him, his outlook changes when he meets Bella—the one girl who doesn't seem to care about who he is and isn't afraid to flip him the bird. What he didn't expect is for Bella to continuously ignore him until she does give in to her desires. After being with disrespectful men time and time again, will she be able to completely open up to Edward and take a chance on love? 

I should start by saying that Bird Girl is a slow burn, though it does have a happily-ever-after. When I first started reading this story, I wasn't quite sure where TheQueenWriter was going with the plot, but I couldn't have disappointed with how things came out in the end. Bird Girl isn’t told in just Bella’s and Edward’s point of view, there are some parts told from Alice’s and Jasper’s as well. In this story, Bella is a very closed person—as she's used to being used and hurt by men—and depends emotionally on Alice's support (to an extent, of course). Having read my fair share of Actorward fics, I was pleasantly surprised to see how TheQueenWriter portrayed this Edward: a genuine and honest man that captured my heart. For some, 43 chapters may seem like a lot but they fly by. I have truly enjoyed reading Bird Girl and can include it in my list of favorite fics.

Bird Girl consists of 43 chapters and 117,622 words. It's rated M for foul language and sexual content.

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On a night-out with her new colleagues, Parole Officer Bella Swan meets FBI agent Edward Cullen. Though she feels drawn to him right away and he seems to be intrigued as well, Bella is certain that a man of Edward's caliber would never be interested in a plain Jane like her. Edward is the epitome of manliness, he wears trendy clothes, has perfectly styled hair, and oozes sex appeal. In a nutshell, he is a living and breathing adonis, while she is nothing but average. What Bella doesn't know is that Edward considers the beautiful brunette anything but plain and cannot seem to get her out of his head. Too bad that he is still in a relationship with Tanya. A relationship that he knows will never have a future, but a relationship nonetheless. Still, he cannot ignore the... feelings he has for Bella and the fact that he keeps running into her doesn't help a bit. And so he gets in a lot of trouble when he screams out the name of the wonderful woman with the chocolate-colored eyes while sleeping with Tanya...

Though Edward can somehow save the day by quickly coming up with a lie, the moment Tanya sees him and Bella at a bar, things get out of control. Bella is heartbroken that the man who had just pressed his body as close to hers as possible while dancing and had kissed the hell out of her hours before, is actually involved with someone else. As she already harbors deep feelings for him, she goes home more than hurt and disappointed, wallowing in her self-pity. That is, until her wonderful friends Rose and Alice tell her what happened after she left the bar...

Yes, the story might not have the most brilliant title, and I admit that this was exactly what kept me from reading it in the beginning, but I promise you the plot is incredibly funny and suspensful! But first, let me say a few things about Edward, who, in the beginning of this story, is nothing short of a cocky and arrogant bastard. He calls himself a metrosexual for a good reason as he more than cares about the way he looks (that includes well-shaped eyebrows) Just picture him as a mixture of David Beckam and Jonathan Rhys Meyers - impeccably dress yet probably too hot for your own good. Being with Bella changes that, however, and to his defense it needs to be said that he is also a very good agent (something that will become clear towards the end of the story when the plot thickens). He and Bella share a love for the justice system, Harleys, and the Mariners, and soon come to a place in their relationship where there is no going back. The story is written from both character's POV and includes some nice lemons! Oh, and you will probably pi** yourselves laughing over Bella's bed luck and clumsiness, not to mention Edward's crazy mother Esme - it's hilarious, guys, trust me with this!

Agent 00hot consists of 38 chapters and a total of 127,833 words. The story is rated M for lemons and foul language.

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Edward Cullen is a professional race car driver who has managed to wreck his car yet again at a particular bad moment. This race was the last chance for him to prove to his sponsors that supporting him financially would not only be immensely helpful to him but very profitable for them as well. Needless to say, he failed miserably. So together with his pit crew Jasper, Alice, Emmett, and Rosalie, he starts looking for new sponsors and meets intelligent engineer Isabella Swan. She is not only willing to fix up Edward's race car but also offers him to add the best features to it so he can attract the sponsors he needs. In return, Bella wants to work with Edward in changing his public image, which means no more partying, no random girls, and definitely no more attitude for the young man. The deal is so well-thought out by Bella that Edward cannot help but accept the deal made by this infuriatingly sexy and smart young woman. She has the power to propel his career forward but can also bring him to his knees. But there is also something about her that makes Edward question her honorable intentions. Why is she so eager to do everything so quickly and with barely getting anything in return? When he confronts her about the matter, Bella is unable to lie to him and reveals that she has a heart condition and probably no more than 24 months left to live...

Up To Speed is a wonderful story that will completely take you by surprise! This is not a typical Racerward storyline and the twist of Bella's disease will have you completely hooked! What I really loved and admired about this fanfiction was how well the characters were written by ericastwilight; that despite the huge hurdle that was in Bella's life, she still refuses to let someone see her as anyone but the beautiful, comfortable, and strong woman that she is. Until Edward comes along, that is, and sees through her almost right away. Speaking of, this Edward is simply amazing! I mean, who wouldn't want a hot race car driver to stop all of his nasty and rude habits in order to be with you for the rest of his life?! He is extremely supportive of Bella and despite her heart condition, decides to shower her with every ounce of love in his body until her time is up - or is it? Will the two be able to have their eternal bliss after all? Well, I am not going to reveal too much about this story but it is one that shouldn't be missed at any cost. So go click on the link below and get reading ;)!!

Up To Speed consists of 39 chapters and a total of 145,663 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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"You are not going to be the last face I see. You are not going to be my murderer. I have things to do, and I'm going to do them." 

All Bella Swan planned to do was go on a date and have a nice night out. Although she believed in the prospect of true love and wasn't happy when her best friend Rosalie set her up with someone she met on an online dating website, the young woman agreed to go out with Mike Newton to humor her. After all, he sounded like a nice enough guy and Bella was willing to give him and their date a chance - what could go wrong, right? But from the moment she comes face to face with the blue-eyed man, things go downhill. Bella is kidnapped and locked up; held against her will by a terrifyingly sick man...

While Bella experiences her worst nightmare, having no hope that she'll ever be found, Rosalie and her husband Emmett have started looking for their friend. Together with the FBI, they suspect Newton behind Bella's disappearance and contact Edward Cullen, the CEO of the online dating website where Bella met Mike to tell him about the recent events. Edward is more than devastated that his website was at least partially responsible for the terrible fate this young woman has found herself in and wants nothing more than to help the brown-eyed girl. Despite the fact that he doesn't know Bella at all, Edward feels extremely guilty that she is suffering because his website was used for the wrong purpose. If he had only made it safer, the whole thing might have never happened in the first place. He vows to himself to do anything he can to get Bella back home, alive and healthy. But will he also be able to bring her back as the same person she was before? Will she be able to forget the monster who brought her so much pain and love the man who rescued her instead?

Lost Half is a story that has touched my heart in more ways than one and it's definitely a must read! LyricalKris has yet again managed to mesmerize me with another one of her stories. The characters in this story, especially Edward and Bella, are people with true bravery. I absolutely fell in love with this Edward, whose strong connection with Bella is based on love as well as shared pain. He can somewhat relate to what Bella goes through and, through that, is able to bring her back to health. That in and of itself is an immensely difficult thing to do, given the traumatic events that Bella has experienced, which brings me to warn you all that this story is rated MA for a reason! I highly suggest that you only read the fanfic if you are 18 or older because the story deals with violent details of abuse and rape. Still, I don't want to scare you away from this beautiful piece of fiction, you would definitely miss out on something wonderful! Lost Half definitely promotes the message to never give up, no matter what, something that really impressed me! Add to that the sweet love developing between Edward and Bella and you have story that you really should read!!!

Lost Half consists of 30 chapters and a total of 100,314 words. The story is rated MA for graphic violence/abuse, language, mention of rape, and dark content.

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Brothers Edward and Emmett Cullen are hard-working young man, who own their own brewery, "Cullen Creek". With the summer season about to start, the two are in desperate need for some help and eventually find it in the 22-year old college student Bella Swan. Without talking to his brother first, Emmett hires the young woman immediately, ignoring the fact that she's never worked in a brewery before, much less hosted a beer tasting. As the latter is exactly what she is supposed to at "Cullen Creek", Edward has to start training her right away. Cold and distant at first, the young man quickly warms up to the witty and incredibly beautiful little thing that barged into his life and before he knows it, he has fallen for her big heart, her unique sense of humor, and helpfulness. As the days progress, he finds himself lusting after a woman he knows he cannot have...

There are exactly three things that keep Edward from giving into his feelings and asking Bella out: a) he is seven-years older than her, b) he is her boss, and c) he's in the middle of a nasty divorce. Because of that, Edward tries to keep a distance from Bella, yet indulges in watching her from afar. However, when Seth, Edward's employee and a good friend of Bella, starts making advances to the brown-eyed beauty the young entrepreneur hardly manages to not do and say something he might regret later on. In addition to pining after Bella, Edward also has to deal with his divorce from Victoria, a manipulative young woman, who intends to live off of her soon-to-be ex-husband's hard-earned money for the rest of her life. Add Edward's hypochondric (yet doctor) father Carlisle, and his weird relationship to Alice, the girlfriend of his best friend, you have a not-so-happy Edward.

Though Bella and Edward seem to be complete opposites, they really balance each other out. While Edward is often cocky and angry, Bella always has a smile on her face and loves the company of others. Unlike her broody boss, she hasn't yet made first-hand experiences with the hardships real life has to offer and tends to see things from the positive side. Some of her warmth and gentleness soon rub off on Edward and he is able to forget the drama that is his divorce for a while. Still, he stays away from her, afraid that if people found out about their relationship, it could be used against him by his wife in court. Initially written from Bella and Edward's POV, the author decided to rewrite Bella's chapters and present them through Edward's eyes. This way, the reader only has as much information as Edward does and is as clueless as him in certain situations. This fantastically written fanfic is highly recommendable, go check it out!

Strange Brew consists of 24 chapters and a total of 108,831 words. The story is rated M for lemons and foul language.

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