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"I needed to figure out who Edward Cullen was before he figured out me."

Indeed, planetblue leaves a lot unsaid in her one-liner summary, yet the very same phrase pulls you into this unexpected and beautiful ride. Rose owns an art gallery, where Bella works and the two manage to exhibit paintings from popular artists as well as sell them off to their highest of buyers. The catch? Well, the art is not exactly the actual paintings or statues and the two ladies, along with their personal artist Alice, manage to create masterpieces that do not differ from the actual painting even in the slightest of brush strokes. But things go down a different road when a certain Edward Cullen wants to visit said gallery to have a look at the artwork. Now, that shouldn't be surprising considering they often had customers, but the fact that he had requested to meet the owner, Rosalie, after closing hours just to take a look at the paintings seemed more than a little odd. So when Rose brushes Bella's worries off and instead tells her to give the prestigious Mr. Cullen the grand tour when he arrived at 8:30pm, Bella did not expect to stand in front of a young, and very handsome man...

The attraction is instantaneous, and Edward is more than amused with the whole idea of the gallery and the woman standing in front of him - Bella, and not Rose. He had never seen such natural beauty before and his rich, flirty ways reach Bella immediately. And although Bella cannot seem to snap out of Edward's very green eyes, she can't help but notice that he is taking the art work in a bit too meticulously. His velvet voice talks about the statues and paintings as if they had been memorized in his head, and Bella fears she needs to figure out this man before he realizes her truth. Alas, he already knows how this gallery is run, and proceeds to give Bella a business card, quite sexily by brushing against the top of her dress, only to leave the next minute. To say that Bella is speechless would be an understatement, and something tells her that this will not be the last time she sees him... Who was this enigmatic man that had already seemed to have grabbed her heart?

It's planetblue!!! That's all that needs to be said when you come across this story because you will expect nothing but flawless amazing plot lines when it comes to her. Artful Maneuvers is another one of her masterpieces that should not be missed. Both Bella and Edward are less than perfect in their occupations in this fanfiction, and yet that is the perfect reason the two end up together. Their chemistry is wonderful, and their love for each other has no bounds. That, combined with the lives of crime that they are living leads to a series of events that will have you hooked to this story, and wanting to re-read it even after you have finished it! I can't say much more without revealing important information, but I can say that this story is definitely a drop-everything-and-read-now type!

Artful Maneuvers consists of 21 chapters and a total of 85,825 words. The story is rated M for language, crime, and hot sexual activities.

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Bella Swan - nicknamed Bella Swine - has been an outcast in her Florida high school ever since her mother's downfall. She has been bullied and ridiculed by most students - until Edward Masen begins attending the school, that is. Though neither of them are social butterflies and both have had difficult pasts, they manage to form a friendship. As time goes on, Bella begins to feel more than just platonic feelings towards Edward yet remains quiet, unaware that Edward's feelings towards her are changing as well. One day, when one of her junky classmates attempts to rape Bella, the two of them find themselves pushed in a corner and panic. Murder - even in self defense - isn't something that is taken lightly by the law enforcement. So they run away... Together.

Edward Masen is used to refining his defense mechanism every time he meets someone new. Whether it's his foster family or total strangers, no one comes closer than he wants them to - until he meets the one person, who makes him feel again. He feels an unexplainable pull towards Bella Swan as well as a need to protect her - especially after she stabs a classmate in self-defense. Taking her under his wing, they go state to state, stealing cars and selling his late uncle's drugs to survive. As their emotional relationship blossoms so does their physical relationship. They refuse to let anything - or anyone - get in the way of their love. Even when they're forced to part...

Badlands is one of the few fanfictions I've read within the last months that allows the reader to go back in time, and once again experience high school. One cannot help but think just how traumatic those years can be for a teenager. I had waited to read Badlands until it was complete and even once it was, I pushed off reading it, too afraid of the emotional topics it deals with. Now however, I regret not having read it sooner. It was a slow burn, as it takes time for Edward and Bella to meet and form a relationship, but it's well worth the read. Badlands is a beautifully written story, mostly told from Bella's point of view, with the exception of two chapters told from Edward's.

Badlands consists of 24 chapters and 97,301 words. It's rated MA for adult situations, drug content, language, and sex.

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He was told to stay away from her and her kind; she was told that he was from a dangerous family. Two rival families - the Swans and the Cullens - come together in this wonderful Twilight version of Romeo & Juliet.

Edward and Bella first meet when they are just twelve years old - at the funeral of Charlie Swan, king of the drug trafficking business and father of Bella. Even at such a tender age, the two of them are already aware of their families' rivalry, yet can't help but get lost in each other's eyes and begin to form a secret friendship. But there are complications. Bella is told that Carlisle Cullen, Edward's adoptive father and Charlie's successor, is responsible for the murder of her father. At the same time, Edward is told that it was Bella's now expired father, who was behind the death of his biological father, Edward Snr. Despite these rather unfavorable circumstances, the two of them hope that one day, their families can overcome their differences - everyone is just human after all. And even if there is an animosity between the Cullens and the Swan, why should they suffer from it? 

After years of separation, the two meet again when they are both eighteen and they recognize each other right away. White lilies, a token Edward gave Bella at her father's funeral, help reunite the two friends; friends, whose sexual tension so palpable that they continue seeing each other, despite their families' feud. Before they know it, they are completely in love with each other and both are adamant on finding out the truth behind the murders of Edward Snr. and Charlie. The two star crossed lovers try to solve mystery after mystery; unraveling the secrets from their pasts while simultaneously wanting nothing more than to be together forever. And even though Carlisle and Esme are surprisingly supportive of Edward's new girlfriend (ultimately, they only have the best interest for their (adoptive) son in mind), it will be hard for Edward and Bella to reach their HEA. Will their love bring the two families together or ruin everyone even more than before?

If you are a fan of Romeo & Juliet, I guarantee that you will love this story to pieces - so much so that you will want to read it over and over and over again. Hoodfabulous will definitely have you wrapped around her finger when you are reading this fabulous fanfic of hers. Honestly, I was more than surprised to find that this story is pretty under-appreciated because it definitely deserves all the compliments in the world and a big 'chapeau'! Not only are the characters well-portrayed and far from being one-dimensional, but the author also manages to elicit a variety of emotions from you while you read. I should probably warn you that this story does contain character death (not Edward or Bella) and although this will bring tears to your eyes - I know it did for me, which is extremely hard to accomplish - it only intensifies how great this story really is. Top this off with the amazing plot and you have a fanfiction that will have you completely hooked from the start. It is a story that has it all and you will surely be missing out on a lot if you do not read it! I REALLY promise, it is SO worth your time!

Dirty South Drug Wars consists of 40 chapters and a total of 239,801 words. The story is rated M for language, some violence, and hot smut.

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FBI agent Edward Cullen is adept at catching the best of thieves; his current and also most troublesome case being "The Scarlet Thief" (a.k.a. Bella). The young thief is an expert at stealing the most precious and valuable paintings, gems, and artefacts. With an ease that is both astounding and scary she is able to overcome even the best security measures and traps. Along with her best friend Alice, who, as an expert on works of art and antiquities, takes over the role of verifying the authenticity of the stolen goods, Bella not only steals what her eyes are set on but also manages to escape each and every time - much to FBI agent Cullen's disappointment.

When Bella and Edward are forced to join forces due to their expertise in an important mission, the fire between them ignites immediately. Although irritated at each other in the beginning, they can't help but admit that their partner is well skilled and at the top of their game. Yet the longer Bella and Edward work together, the more difficult life gets for Bella. While coming to terms with her growing feelings for Edward, she also becomes entangles in lies to keep up her cover. Will there be a future for her and Edward? And what's the reason behind Bella's unusual choice of profession?

Scarlet is a great fanfic that not only bonds Bella and Edward together, but also involves great mission techniques. The intricate way archer24 describes simple things like picking a lock with a pin really made reading this fanfiction an interesting experience. Furthermore, the subplot of Bella's past and reasons for stealing give depths to her character and makes the story complete. I was completely engrossed in Scarlet and all of it's romance and crime going on. It brought out a lot of emotions within me: from stealthy to strong-willed, from love to sadness (and everything in between). This story will surely get you hooked - don't miss it!

Scarlet consists of  28 chapters and 147,185 words. The story is rated M for violence.

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Fleeing from an abusive stalker, Bella Swan leaves her Mississppi hometown Masen and comes to Memphis, Tennessee. She makes a living by working in a small Irish pub as a barkeeper and is even able to make some new friends. Yet fate isn't being kind to her as 22-year-old Bella finds herself lying face down on the floor of grocery store while two men with guns demand money and anything else of value. In an act of bravery Bella saves her fellow customers by beating the sh** out of one intruder, causing the arrival of the police and a huge media frenzy. One of the other women in the store, a small, pixie-like girl named Alice, is picked up by her older brother Edward. When she wants to thank Bella for everything she's done, Edward sees his sister's savior for the first time and can't for the life of him force himself to look away. Scared that her face would be on TV stations and newspapers countrywide Bella flees from the scene - chased by Edward. She manages to leave him behind, yet his green eyes would haunt her for the next couple of days.

It it isn't so long until she sees Edward again, who, she knows, is the son of notorious mob boss Carlisle Cullen. As the bar Bella works at isn't very profitable anymore, the current owner is forced to sell the establishment. And the new owner, is no one other than Edward Cullen. Bella remains a member of the staff and she and Edward get more than close. It becomes clear to both of them that they have just found the person they would want to spend the rest of their lives with. Too bad, that Edward's ex-girlfriend Tanya (and according to his father Carlisle, the future Mrs. Cullen), won't leave him alone and Bella's stalker James finds and threatens her on the grand re-opening of the club. In order to save those who are near and dear to her, the young woman decides to take matters into her own hands and end the life of James Hunter.

Breakaway Bella is Hoodfabulous' first fanfiction and you will notice that while reading. As the story is unbeta'ed there are a number of typos and grammatical mistakes. Sometimes one and the same work is used twice or thrice in one sentence. That said, Breakaway Bella does show a lot of Hoodfabulous' big potential. The plot is interesting and she did a good job on some of the new characters that are introduced - first and foremost Tia. Next to a lot of violence and rape (!) the fanfiction contains a good amount of humor that will hardly leave your eyes dry. Emmett's character description, however, might be a litte bit too ridiculous for some of you. His fear of little people or choice of Halloween costumes might make you shake your head disapprovingly. As far as Edward and Bella go, their relationship is fast, really fast. They see each other and, bang, they know they've found their soulmate. Within the first fifth of the story both realize their love for one another and Edward even has visions of him and Bella married and with children. It is Edward's possessiveness, Carlisle's strict adherence to family traditions, and Bella's abusive stalker that keep the two from having a real relationship. Yes, Breakaway Bella might have its flaws, but I personally think that Hoodfabulous' debut is worth to be recommended!

Breakaway Bella consists of 35 chapters and a total of 193,977 words. The story is rated MA for foul language, violence, angst, and graphic description of sexual activities. Please only read the fanfiction if you are 18 years or older.

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For fans of: There Will Be Blood

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Edward Cullen is retired, at the age of 28. He used to work for mob boss Charlie Swan, delivering packages, beating the crap out of others and ocassionally killing people. But soon he begins to feel exhausted and strained and asks his boss to allow him to step back. Because of his exceptional fighting skills Edward is from then on responsible for training new thugs and goons. And he SO isn't prepared when his boss tells him to train his daughter Bella.

Finally, after years of terrible abuse by her husband, Bella Swan manages to take her daughter Elizabeth and run away. She turns to her father Charlie, who promises to help. In order for Bella to feel safer and be able to protect herself and Ellie, she is sent to Edward. The two are instructed to remain a strictly professional relationship and keep their hands off each other. So they spend hours in the training room, sparring, and kicking the hell out of each other while pretending to be married and the parents of Ellie. Things are getting a lot more complicated when both Bella and Edward feel an irresistable draw towards one another...

This story is full of lemony goodness, let me tell you. Though Bella and Edward aren't allowed to get close to each other, that doesn't mean that they cannot fantasize and *cough* take matters into their own hands. But apart from all the sexualized scenes in Training the Swan, the story is also very funny and thrilling. There are a couple of unexpected twists and turns that will keep you glued to the pages. Last but not least, there is something unbelievably sexy about Edward training Bella and being Charlie's right hand. Read it!

Training the Swan consists of 50 chapters and 205,748 words. The story is rated MA for profanities, violence, and lemons. If you're under the age of 18, I'll advise you not to read the fanfiction!

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For fans of: Blood & Glory

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Although he decided to quit working as a con-artist, Edward Cullen somehow finds himself at the airport - about to board a plane to his next target. His bad mood is getting even worse as an infuriating, yet astonishingly beautiful young lady, starts nagging him about the number of carry ons he intends to check in. When said lady is also put in the seat right behind him on the plane, and turns out to be his partner in crime, Edward is sure that the gods have conspired against him...

After their arrival in Austin, Texas, Edward and Bella, as the infuriating lady is called (though Edward calls her anything but) meet their employer Marcus Volturi and are briefed about their new target: Marcus wants former Homeland Security officer Jasper Whitlock to work for him, yet the latter declines any kind of offer. Bella and Edward are send to Whitlock's neighborhood where they pose as the Masens, a slightly weird yet happily married couple, while trying to find incriminating information. Too bad that they can't stand each other in real life!

If you are familiar with the writing style of FictionFreak95 you know that this story is going to be hot and it's going to be very funny. Reading about Edward and Bella's little fights and banters is hilarious to say the least. The two seem to hate each other's guts but deep within, oh yeah, there is a lot of love and passion! Definitely as must-read!

Meet the Masens consists of 24 chapters and a total of 148,978 words. The story is rated MA for foul language, violence, graphic description of sexual activities. If you're under the age of 18, I'll advise you not to read the fanfiction.

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