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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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At the tender age of 12, Bella Swan lost both her parents as well as her eye-sight in a tragic car accident. Now 24, the young lady has learned around her ways and lives contently with her German Shepherd and best companion, Conrad, by her side. She is a one-of-a-kind woman who doesn't complain about her loss of sight much, and instead is proud of her personality. Unfortunately though, that didn't mean she let a lot of people close to her, especially men who were often judgmental. But she has a secret crush on the very famous Dr. Edward Cullen, who steps into the very same café that she is in, for his morning espresso. His strong, manly scent always made Bella wish she could see him. Well, lucky and unknown to her, Edward too had been noticing this all too familiar woman sitting in a corner of the café with her dog every morning. It isn't very long before he finally decides to man up and approach her, wanting to know her more. It was no surprise to him that she was blind - her helper dog being one of his hints, but he also specialized in eye surgeries for the blind, so he knew what he was looking out for. Will the two be able to hit it off and be in a relationship? Is it possible for Bella to regain her eyesight back with the help of Edward?

Let me start off by saying that this story is not as angsty as you would think. In contrast, it is a perfect mix of fluff, romance, and some drama that will keep your eyes on the story. So don't be hesitant to read this wonderful fanfiction. As a matter of fact, Dishie plans on pulling this story from fanfiction.net on September 1st, so get your hands on it now before it is too late! You will find yourself loving Doctorward in this particular story - don't we all? - as he maneuvers his way around different types of surgeries and as he gets the guts to finally ask Bella out. We realize from the very beginning that both have the hots for each other, so it's just a matter of some patience on our part before we see exactly that unraveling before our eyes. I was also very fond of Bella in this story, particularly because Dishie made her a strong character despite her blindness - and that is exactly how it should be. No matter what, Bella always had a smile upon her face and she even held a successful career as a vocalist for audio books. Join Edward and Bella, and lovely Conrad, on this beautiful journey of love! Read it before it's too late - remember, by September 1st!

In Plain Sight consists of 35 chapters and a total of 237,813 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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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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Two years ago, Bella Swan hadn’t taken her parents’ death well. Now, she has fled from that awful place full of memories and lives on the streets with nowhere to go. Homeless Bella has no one to turn to and facing her past friends, or rather one friend Rosalie, is not an option. So she turns to prostitution on the streets in order to make some money that will allow her to continue 'living' her life. She pushes down her inner turmoil and goes through torturous days, suffering in silence. She blatantly calls herself a whore—one that went through the wrath of men in order to make somewhat of a survival, and one that was definitely incapable of being loved. Or so she thought. When she first bumps into—literally—Dr. Edward Cullen on the road, spilling coffee all over him. She sees him as an arrogant man who so rudely puts her off as a smelly beggar. Destiny makes them meet again, this time in a small cafe. When Edward catches the oh-so-accurate portrait that Bella had simply doodled on a napkin, he decides to make her an offer she finds hard to refuse...

Before we know it, Bella finds herself in the middle of Edward's apartment in order to complete a painting that he asked her to make. For her, the offer couldn't be more amazing—she would have a roof over her head, an actual bed to sleep on, a soft blanket, delicious and copious amounts of food, and—most importantly—security from that ugly world she faces each day. She refuses to think of how long her luxuries will last, especially with Edward's attitude regarding her "occupation". The desperation of making money claws within her, and she’s known nothing but the cruelty of the life she’s been living. For her to accept the good is not so simple, and definitely not realistic. How will Edward and his family be able to convince her that she can be protected? Will she be able to trust Edward and his family or break their trust in return? And most of all, will Edward's love and support be enough for her to break through from her shelled life?

Make or Break Me is a phenomenal story that tugged at my heart! Cruiz107's recent completion of the story has made it go viral, and the popularity of this fic is endless—much deserved! Reading a homeless-ella story is definitely not easy, especially when she goes on to describe her daily encounters with men across the street. But, as readers, we have to understand that she is in a frame of mind where she has absolutely no one. No one that cares for her and no one that she can turn to regarding anything. What she does is surely not by choice, but purely for survival and her pain is something we can connect to through Cruiz's words. What I love about this story is that the plot as well as the characters are very realistic, something the makes the fic all the more wonderful to connect to. Apart from Edward and Bella, the roles of our side characters—Emmett, Rose, Alice, and Jasper—are also very strong. I won't lie, this fic can be difficult to get through, but I promise that it has a HEA and that it so worth the read! Don't miss out this must read story!

Make or Break Me consists of 35 chapters and a total of 171,970 words. This fanfiction is rated MA for mention of violent sexual content and language.

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The year is 1967 and the heat is blistering in the small town of Wentworth, CA. Bella Swan and her best friend Angela have just graduated from High School and enjoy their last summer before starting college. They spend their time hanging out at the lake, listening to The Beattles and Sergeant Pepper, and gossiping about Jessica Stanley's unexpected pregnancy. They are also very much involved in the anti-Vietnam-war-protests, which makes them go on a daytrip to San Francisco, where Angela wants to listen to a speech held by one of Martin Luther King's staff. The girls are joined by four friends: Angela's boyfriend Ben and his three buddies Eric, Tyler, and Edward. Due to the limited space in the car, Bella spends the whole journey to Frisco on Edward's lap and feels strongly attracted to him...

Edward is a pre-med student, who is supposed to follow the footsteps of his father, congressman Carlise Cullen, and his brother Emmett, even though he has no interest in politics whatsoever. He has also been drafted to go to Vietnam and will leave town soon to start basic training. Falling in love with a lovely girl was the last thing he intended to do, but it happens nonetheless. He enjoys every minute he spends with Bella on their trip and stays in contact with her once they get back home. The two become a couple and Bella loses her virginity to Edward - just a day before he leaves for training. With promises to come back to her, Edward starts his journey that is the Vietnam war and, surrounded by bombs, blood, and death, loses himself and what he thought he had...

This story is both incredibly wonderful and heart-breaking. Edward and Bella fall quick and hard and when the time comes to say goodbye, the reader is just as devastated as they are. Edward starts writing her sweet yet also horrible letters; describing how much he misses her and her warmth and telling her about the horrors of war. I have to admit, I had a few tears in my eyes when I finished each letter, which were written with immense honesty and love. After leaving Bella to receive training, the two meet two more times, each and every time Edward comes back more broken than before. The war in Vietnam, a war that he never believed in in the first place, is taking its toll on him and Bella isn't only one "thing" he uses to ease the pain. It's incredibly sad to see him fall apart like that, becoming a shell of the charming young man he once was. Yet despite it being an angsty story, it DOES have a happy ending. An ending that leaves you dreaming about their wonderful future together! The story is completely written from Bella's POV and Jasper, Alice, Rose, and Emmett are not mentioned at all or play just very small roles. Read it, it's worth it!

California Dreamin' consists of 23 chapters and 93,809 words. The story is rated MA for profanities, angst, drug use, and lemons.

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When Bella Swan wakes up one morning - tired, hung over, and really cranky - she isn't alone. Next to her lies a devastatingly handsome young man, whom she met the night before at a bar. She cannot remember much about what happened after they left but she knows it was amazing. Still, Bella feels uncomfortable and doesn't really know how to handle the situation. However, before she is able to sneak out of her apartment unnoticed, the young adonis wakes up and introduces himself as Edward. Awkwardly, the two part way (a.k.a. Bella throws him out politely), only to meet again at the NYC hospital. There, Bella has just started her internship and finds out that Edward is the resident assigned to her and her three young colleagues (Rose, Alice, and Jake). Embarrassed by what happened the night before, she tries to avoid Edward at all costs but as he is already way in over his head with her and won't just let her go...

Though Edward has just ended a three-year long relationship, he is more than willing to pursue whatever it is he feels for Bella. He's never met someone like her - witty, smart, adorable, and understanding - and can even imagine a future with her together. Too bad that Bella's insecurities and fears about violating the hospital's fraternization policy keep her from letting Edward in. It doesn't help that Bella desperately wants to become a surgeon, yet the Chief of Surgery at NYC is none other than Edward's father, Carlisle. Meanwhile, Edward's best friend, attending Dr. Jasper Whitlock, is giving up his manwhoring ways to chase after Tinker Bell a.k.a. Polly Pocket a.k.a. The Little Fairy a.k.a. Alice Brandon. The same Alice, who will later be there for Bella after she runs into someone from Edward's past that he'd rather have liked to keep a secret...

A Hard Day's Night was heavily inspired by Grey's Anatomy and if you are a fan of the show you will definitely recognize some scenes that have been borrowed by the wonderful SexyLexiCullen. This is one of her earlier works and not as angsty as some of her newer stories. In fact, this fanfic is, more than anything else, funny and romantic. The supporting characters lend some humor to A Hard Day's Night that will leave no eye dry. From Jasper, who's a bit of a nutcase yet a great friend to Edward, to Carlisle, who's more of a buddy to his son than an actual father, everyone has some kind of quirky side. All of them (btw: Emmett is an intern in another group) grow very close to each other and spend some memorable moments together. And once Edward and Bella, from whose POV this story is mainly written (there are a few chapters written from the POVs of some of the supporting characters), get their heads out of their as*** and give in to their feelings for each other, you are in a for a hilarious ride! A ride that includes some nice lemons, by the way! ;-) Enjoy!

A Hard Day's Night consists of 30 chapters and 209,631 words. The story is rated M for nice lemons and lots of profanities.

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Though Bella Swan is successful in her job and has wonderful friends who stay with her no matter what, she feels like there is some essential thing missing in order for her to really be happy: a man, more precisely, a boyfriend. And so the 30-year old editor signs up at an online dating platform and fills out her profile in the hopes of meeting "the one". "29 Dimensions of Compatibility" asks her a number of questions before comparing them with those from other members and picking out the best matches. At first, no one is really catching Bella's interest, but then she looks into the green eyes of Edward and feels like someone has just swept her off her feet. Unfortunately, Bella doesn't think very highly of herself which is why she never bothers to initiate contact with the bronze-haired adonis. What could a good-looking guy like him want from a boring girl like her, right?

A future - that's what he'd want. When 30-year old Edward sees the profile of the beautiful brunette with the soulful brown eyes, he is pretty much done for. The pediatrician loses almost no time in contacting her and the two begin a nice email friendship. Soon, they exchange cell phone numbers and spend hours talking about their childhoods, families, quirks, and feelings. Edward and Bella get closer and closer to each other but are both too scared to actually take the next step and meet each other. Luckily, their two mutual friends Rosalie and Emmett are unwilling to watch them pining for each other any longer and start meddling with their friends' lives a bit. They might actually send a text message here and there or secretly record sweet videos...

29 Dimension is sweet and fluffly. Period. If you are looking for angst, drama, and even tons of lemons, this story is not it. The fanfic lives from its adorable characters, their insecurities and fears of possibly getting their hearts broken by people they like, as well as their desires to find real love. It's sweet and comparatively short but definitely sigh-worthy. 29 Dimensions is written from a first-person perspective and alternatives between Bella's and Edward's POV. It's funny and entertaining and gives hope to all of us out there, who haven't yet found their "perfect Edward" yet. This story shows us that he's out there, ladies, just waiting for us to find him!

29 Dimensions consists of 14 chapters and a total of 37,295 words. The story is rated M for one small lemon and foul language.

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"You never know what you're missing until you suddenly get what you want without asking for it. Does that even make sense? No? Well, neither did my life after I met Edward Cullen." 

Bella Swan is a successful author, who is being pestered by her mother about settling down and having kids. It also doesn’t help her stress level at all that she is the maid of honor at her best friend’s wedding. Trying to drown out her mother’s annoying words and the nerves from delivering her speech, she drinks a glass of champagne… and then another glass… and then another… and then another more… and suddenly the bottle is gone. By the time she delivers her speech it is a miracle she isn’t slurring it, but at least she caught the attention of three hot guys, right? Bella sets her eyes on the one she calls McHandsome - with his crazy hair and pouty lips and fingers that make her see stars. Yep, at last, the love of Bella's life has come her way - in the form of a one night stand and a little surprise a month later.

This is a very funny story told completely from Bella’s point of view. It focuses on Bella and Edward’s relationship and how they start out as being strangers, who indulge in a one-night-stand, and turn into expecting parents, friends, lovers, and eventually, into a wonderful family. But not everything is as smooth as it sounds! There is a reason why Bella is still single at 28, and her little fear of commitment will make her keep Edward at arms length for a long time - much to the annoyance of her best friends Rosalie and Alice and poor Edward himself. But it all changes when a visit from his mom Elizabeth makes Bella realize that she is just being silly and that, no matter what people think, when you feel it’s right, then it’s right. So they will put their a relationship on a new level and welcome their baby to the world, knowing the love they have for each other is more than enough. We fell in love with Cheeseward and Sassyella, and we are sure you will too! So, go check out this great story and don't forget to leave a review!

At Last consists of 18 chapters and a total of 64,848 words. The story is rated MA for lemons, adult themes and coarse language.

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Edward Cullen is a successful doctor and proud to have followed in his father Carlisle's footsteps. From an early age on, Edward has been given the best education possible. He was pushed to learn whenever possible and missed out on typical teenage experiences like partying or girlfriends. Neverthless, the young man idolized his father so much that he gave all those things up rather willingly. His desire to become a great doctor like his dad was stronger than the need to live life to the fullest. Unfortunately, now, years later, Carlisle is but a mere shell of the perfect man that Edward made him out to be. The man, who once established his own pharmaceutical company to help the sick is now ready to hand it over to the highest-bidding politicians. Needless to say, Edward is more than disgusted by his father's immoral actions. As the rightful heir to the family company, the young man is willing to take over for his father and prevent any kind of political interference. Alas, Carlisle refuses to hand over the reigns to his son but gives him an ultimatum instead: marry a woman - and stay married to her for at least four years - to inherit the family business. Otherwise the company will be sold with the highest profit in mind...

All through this mess, Edward's biggest support and rock is his closest friend and confidant Bella Swan. He talks to her about everything and relies on her advice. Over the years, Bella has seen her friend crumble over his father's pressure; something that hurts her immensely. Because for Bella, Edward is much more than just a good friend, he is the love of her life. Unfortunately, she cannot bring herself to tell him about her feelings as she doesn't want to confuse Edward more than he already is. She is ready to be whatever he needs her to be, even if that only means a loyal friend. However, during one drunken night, Edward and Bella discuss Carlisle's preposterous ultimatum and Bella lets it slip that she would marry Edward in order to help out. Though Edward is more than surprised by her honesty, he is determined to not take her up on his offer - there is no way that he would ruin her life to make his better. Yet as the pressure of losing the company weighs to heavy on him, he forgets his morals for a minute and agrees to marry her nonetheless. Will the two of them finally realize that they are truly meant for each other or will their love be tested yet again?

Love Comes Last is truly one of the classics out there in the Twilight Fandom. I really love this story as the author does a fantastic job in completely rope you into the angsty and serious mood of the story. It is an extremely realistic fanfic, especially with regards to the characters. Edward went through a lot throughout his life and the ultimatum that Carlisle confronts him with is his the latest hurdle he has to face. You will probably feel compelled to comfort Edward, trying to make him all better, but don't worry, that's where Bella comes in. She helps him with so much, you'll most definitely find yourself cheering her on. The prologue of the story actually starts at the climax, something that really pulls the reader in. You just have to reading the rest of the story, in order to find out what leads up to the crisis as well as satisfy the curiosity as to what will happen after. The entire story is told from Bella's point of view, but itsyblue still manages to convey Edward's sentiments through the story really well. And despite the many problems the couple face, the story is a HEA! I promise that this story will blow your mind with its heartfelt emotions and keep you at the edges of your seats! Don't miss it and do give it a try, it is SO worth it!

Love Comes Last consists of 24 chapters and a total of 139,523 words. The story is rated M for angst, language, and sexual references.

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Edward Cullen has found himself in a more than precarious situation. After another one of his mother's inquisitions about possible girlfriends, weddings, and grandchildren, he blurts out that he is, in fact, engaged and that there is no need for her to keep pestering him about the topic. Unfortunately, Edward's mother, as well as his father and the rest of his family, are now insisting to meet the young woman, who has finally stolen his heart. They invite her and Edward to a weekend at the Hamptons and now Edward has to do is find that beautiful fiancé of his. So together with his best friend Garrett and the help of some drinks, the young med-student inserts an ad on Craigslist: "Fake Fiancé Needed for Weekend in the the Hamptons. Cash Reward."

The girl replying to this rather unusual ad is Bella Swan. She has just started work as a math teacher and could use the $3,000 she would be given to pay off her student loans. So, under the watchful eyes of her best friend Angela, Bella meets Edward at a small café to talk out the details and get to know him better. The two hit it off right away and their attraction is immediate and strong. However, both keep their distance, unsure of what to make of these feelings. Edward prepares Bella as good as he can for his family and the weekend they will spend with them. Yet it isn't until she actually meets the Cullens that Bella gets an idea of what she has gotten herself into: Edward's mother Esme is a pseudo-alcoholic, instead she isn't; his sister Alice is like a little Energizer bunny, his brother Emmett likes crass jokes, and Edward's sister-in-law Rose thinks Bella is a pregnant gold-digger. Will Bella and Edward be able to keep up their lie of being the madly-in-love couple or will the lie turn eventually into the truth?

Accidentally in Love is a story full of fluff and with virtually no angst or drama. The fanfiction is kept pretty light and funny, which constitutes for a wonderful read if you've just finished a particularly angsty story. The fic is written from both Edward and Bella's POV, with only minimal repetitions. The supporting characters play an importan role in Accidentally in Love as they basically set the background for Edward and Bella's weird journey in the Hamptons. Especially Esme will probably take some getting used to for many of you readers out there, as one doesn't really know whether to be concerned about her little "problem" or just laugh it off as being insanely funny. I guess you all have to judge for yourselves - go read and check this sweet little story out!

Accidentally in Love consists of 32 chapters and a total of 134,493 words. The story is rated M for lemons and foul language.

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Edward Cullen is a hard-working doctor, who has his life planned out right from very beginning. Well, his working life at least. At his thirty years of age, he’s still single and not exactly the dating type of guy, which is why his best friend Garrett decides to take him out on his birthday. Knowing his best friend, Edward prepares for the worst, and his fears are confirmed when they pull up right outside a strip club. Edward reluctantly goes inside the club, hoping to somehow just get the night over with and determined to try to forget it ever happened the next morning. But what he finds inside will be something, or rather, someone, who will change his life forever...

You Came Around is a story told in alternating points of view. You get to hear from Edward first - how boring his life is outside of work and how he only reluctantly goes to the strip club - and then we get to meet Bella Swan, a young girl struggling to make ends meet and finding herself in the most degrading job just so she can eat. What neither of them expected was to find exactly what they have been craving for inside that dark club. It takes a bit of time, but in the end, neither of them is able to fight the pull they feel for each other.

This is a sort of knight-in-shining-stethoscope kind of Edward and damsel-in-distress kind of Bella, but we liked how Edward helps Bella without having any expectations and absolutely no pressure. Their age difference causes a bit of an obstacle for Edward in the beginning, but eventually he realizes that age is just a number and if anyone has issues with it, then they aren’t worth keeping in his life. We enjoyed hearing from both perspectives, even though they are a bit repetitive sometimes, and the story in general paints a clear picture on who Edward and Bella are as persons. We find out about Bella’s awful past and Edward’s reason for not dating. The pace is good, though the relationship might move a bit too fast. Then again, when you know, you know, and Edward certainly knows what he wants. Go check out awish0921’s story and get ready to be swept off your feet by this sweet Docward.

You Came Around consists of 35 chapters and 113,382 words. The story is rated M for profanities and description of sexual activities.

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After another one of her boss' escapades, Bella Swan decides that enough is enough and finally quits her job as a sous-chef in the esteemed French restaurant 'Le Provencale'. She decides to use this unexpected opportunity and try to make her own mark in the world. Together with her friends and colleagues Alice and Jasper, Bella decides to open her very own restaurant and even manages to find a promising property for her future business. Admittedly, the estate is in dire need of some restoration and dusting but the fact that it also includes a small yet tiny apartment on the first floor - perfect for Bella and her 10-year-old daughter Renesmee - makes it an offer she just can't resist. Yet the fact remains that some things definitely need to be repaired by a professional and so Bella hires a handyman to take care of that. She definitely didn't expect to meet a handsome and unbelievably sexy hunk of a man, who seems to have an instant connection with her daughter...

Edward Cullen was the golden boy among the residents at the Chicago hospital, yet one fatal mistake makes him leave his career as a doctor behind and try to find his luck in craftsmanship. He becomes a very skilled handyman and invests some of his money in an old apartment building. For years, different chefs have rented the ground floor and opened up their businesses there but non was good enough to stay for more than a few months. So it is a pleasant surprise for Edward when he is called to his own building by his new tenant. He feels immediately drawn to the beautiful brunette welcoming him and decides to keep his true 'identity' hidden until they know each other well enough. Edward fears that by introducing himself as her landlord, neighbor (he lives one floor above Bella), and handyman, he might influence his relationship with the pretty chef before it has even begun. All he wants is getting to know her in the most unbiased way possible. Too bad that Bella asked her mother's best friend Esme, a.k.a. Edward's mom, to do the interior design, and that Nessie desperately wants to know who the great piano player is, who lives in the building...

Tapas at Twilight has its pros and cons; let's start with the pros: you will hardly find any kind of angst in this story. Yes, Edward and Bella have somewhat of a rough start but once all the misunderstandings are out of the way, they are just incredibly cute together. Edward's relationship with Nessie is wonderfully written, as is his slight disdain for Jacob, who is more than interested in the little girl. With regards to the cons, let me just say that the story is a bit too long. Though many passages might function as giving away a bit about the characters' backstory and characteristics, they are not absolutely necessary to understand the plot of the fanfiction and tend to not be very interesting for the reader. It takes a comparatively long while until Edward and Bella even meet for the first time. Secondly, this story is T rated, which means no lemons whatsoever. Bella believes in no sex before marriage and so poor Edward has to go through some hard times (no pun intended). And when they have finally tied the knot, the author only hints at their passionate night together but never describes it. So if you are a fan of graphic lemons, this story might not be it for you, but if you are looking for nice fluff, cute Daddyward, and some charming supporting characters, and an unsuspected twist, you should definitely give Tapas at Twilight a chance, a story written from both Bella and Edward's POV.

Tapas at Twilight consists of 126,256 words and 31 chapters. The story is rated T for foul language.

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Edward is bored out of his mind. The only reason why he hasn't yet broken up with his pseudo-girlfriend Tanya is that, at least, every Wednesday he's getting laid. Yes, Tanya is shallow, not the best in bed and definitely not at all interested in Edward but hey, a man has needs, right? But sooner rather than later the young pathology doctor realizes that he can't stand another day with the blonde woman he shares a bed with once a week. And so, when he finds out she going to move into a new apartment, together with three other girls, he decides to take this opportunity to tell her their "relationship" is over. Enter roommate numer 3: an English teacher with a hot body, deep brown eyes, and a refreshingly direct sense of humor.

Because Bella Swan says pretty much what she thinks and also well-raised, smart, and independent. Edward feels the connection toward her immediately and doesn't say no when she invites him over to a birthday party that same night. As Tanya appears not to give a damn where he goes and with whom, Edward agrees and dresses up nicely before taking Bella to her friend, Heather. The latter is, for lack of a better words, a bit unconventional and crazy and wants all her male guests to take off their shirts before entering the house. Reluctantly Edward does and, together with his brother Emmett, he attracts a number of more than interested women. But his eyes are for Bella only and though it takes a while until they finally make it out of there and get on their way to a more private place, the sparks never cease to fly between the two...

What a wonderful, fun, and sexy little fanfiction! Completely written from Edward's POV The Party by compass54 has everything you need if you don't have much time to start multi-chaptered stories. There is absolutely no angst and drama, but lots of naked Edward, snarky Bella, and a sweet Emmett! Dozens of hilarious scenes won't give you a moment without laughter and, sometimes, that's excactly what you need after reading fanfics that are literally overflowing with gut-wrenching scenes! Give it a try, you will be throughly entertained for an hour or two!

The Party consists of 3 chapters and a total of 17,115 words. The story is rated M for lemons and foul language.

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Edward Cullen had everything in his life: he grew up in a rich and loving family and was on the best way of becoming a doctor at the University of Maryland. But a tragic event strikes him so hard that he drifts to a dark place, abandons his family, and withdraws to himself completely. The once lively and loving Edward slowly turns into a broody and angry young man. Yet still, luck seems to somehow be on his side as he miraculously manages to receive an amazing scholarship from the University of Washington; offering him to start a second career as a football player. Considering that he is in dire need of money and a new persective in life, Edward accepts the Dean's offer, but also needs to accept some conditions. As the Dean is well aware of Edward's escapades in the past he is only willing to welcome him to UW if he either stays in his dorm room all the time, thoroughly watched by surveillance cameras, or goes to live in an apartment with four other young people, one of whom will keep an eye on him. Needless to say, Edward chooses option number 2 and finally becomes the newest member of the Huskies Football Team...

What he doesn't expect is that his four new roommates will change his life irrevocably. First of all, Edward shares the apartment with three women - Alice, Rosalie, and Bella - and one guy - Emmett. The latter is supposed to keep Edward in check all the time and informs him rather harshly that he'd better stay the hell away from his girlfriend Rose. Moreover, Emmett also wants him to stay clear of Alice's and Bella's way all the time and, for now, that doesn't sound like too big of a challenge for Edward. At least until he meets Bella. Though the two don't start off on good terms when they meet, the still realize quickly that they suffer from similar traumatic pasts. Edward falls hard for her but is patient enough to let her set the pace of the relationship. They both decide to continue whatever is happening between them in secret for a while, at least until Emmett gets a lot more comfortable around Edward. But of course, their plan doesn't work and Emmett finds out way too suddenly for their liking. What will happen then? And will Bella's and Edward's pasts eventually break them apart?

I can't believe I did not find this story earlier! In the vast Twilight fandom, it seems as though Learn You Inside Out was hidden somewhere and I had to dig hard and deep to find it. But now that I did, I strongly encourage everyone to read it! This story has is all: whether you are looking for angst, a sexy Sportward, who aspires to become a doctor (gah! I need a fan!), lovely lemons, comfort, fluff, or even some college drama - I don't think there is anything this story lacks! wolfpgirl has also created great character personalities apart from the awesome plot-line. She manages to include a peppy Alice as a dance leader for the Huskies and the girlfriend of Edward's best friend Jasper; a bold and car-loving Rose and her lover, the overprotective bear, Emmett; as well as our lovely Edward and a dancing Bella all into one! Furthermore, you will never miss out on both Edward's and Bella's thinking since the story alternates between their respective points of view. The story will clench your heart in ways you have probably never experienced before and leave you hooked until the very last word, leaving you sighing happily at the end. Experience a superb written fanfiction that I'm sure you'll enjoy more than the best rollercoaster you have ever sat in - no kidding! So WORTH THE READ!!!

Learn You Inside Out consists of 31 chapters and 163,199 words. The story is rated M for foul language, mature discussions, and lemons.

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Bella Swan is trapped in a loveless relationship with Jay, her boyfriend since college. Although she desperately wants to call it quits, she feels unable to leave him when he experiences a personal crisis. Jay was there for her when her father died of cancer so staying with him when he needed help was the least she could do. Yet her decision soon takes a toll on Bella: what once used to be a vibrant and creative young lady, has wilted and dulled into a withdrawn and introverted woman over time. So when her best friend from college, Alice Brandon, makes Bella her maid of honor the young woman finally has an opportunity to escape her life for a couple of days. She packs her bags and makes her way to Chicago. What she doesn't know is that, during the five days she spends at the wedding, her life is about to flip completely upside-down. At the airport, she meets Edward and instantly feels an electrical spark as they make eye contact for the very first time. Right then and there, both know they are meant to be with each other, so it isn't a surprise when fate collides the two once again - at the same wedding...

Edward Cullen lives all the way across from Bella in New York and works as a successful doctor at the high class hospital "Lenox Hill". Although it is every doctor's dream to work there and make a name for themselves, Edward doesn't really feel like he belongs there and just refrains from resigning to meet everyone's expectations about him. Well, it turns out that going off for a few days to his best friend Jasper's wedding will give him enough time to think through things. Or not. The second he notices the brown haired beauty at the airport, he cannot stop thinking about her and what they could possibly have together as a couple. But when he sees her again at the wedding and is notified by Jasper that she isn't single, he can't help but groan in protest. Finally a woman he takes a serious interest in and who also doesn't appear to want him for his money and she's taken... great! Fortunately for Edward, Bella can't seem to stay away from him either: the constant magnetism that pulls them towards each other is enough to have them give into themselves despite being well aware that Bella is in a relationship with another man. And so the two of them share their last night together, in Edward's room, thinking that it will be the last time they will ever see each other again. But as days pass by, will they realize that they are meant to be together forever and that they can't live without each other? What will happen with Bella and Jay's relationship? And will Bella and Edward be able to maintain a healthy relationship living at two corners of the world?

Once again a story written by the popular (and my most favorite) writer spanglemaker9. She has outdone herself in this wonderfully amazing story as she created such a realistic plot about two young people who are deeply in love and are willing to get past all the conflicts between them, but encounter a number of hurdles on the way. Being that they are on the opposite ends of the world and that Bella is in a relationship, albeit not willingly, when they first meet, it is very interesting to watch the two battle through their lives towards their goals. I must say that I am a very picky reader and am hardly emotionally moved by a story, but this one did it for me! I cried (sobbed even!), laughed, and fell in love with hot doctorward in the most romantic way possible. It was also great to read about the relationships between Bella, Rose, Alice and Edward, Jasper, and Emmett together. All the characters are very positive and made me realize just how beautiful it is to have such amazing friends surrounding you. So, if you are looking forward to a grammarless fanfic with an amazing plotline switching between Edward's and Bella's perspective and falling even more in love with Edward than ever before, this story is just for you! The best part: it is really very heart-touchingly realistic, without much angst, and will leave you panting with the sexy smut scenes spangly9 has written. This story truly has it all and I will doubt any of you won't like it, if not even love it immensely like me. You will find yourself wanting to read it over and over and over again!! I am surprised some people out there have not read this fic before and I strongly suggest you read it if you want to experience one of the best fics out there in the entire fandom! You will be thoroughly entertained!

The Wedding Party consists of 33 chapters and 192,619 words in total. The story is rated M for language and extremely hot sexual activities.

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When maternity ward nurse Bella Swan is finally introcuced to the new obstetrician, her attraction toward him is immediate. Dr. Edward Cullen - son of Carlisle Cullen, also a doctor at Forks Hospital - is the epitome of manliness: sharp cheekbones, lean yet muscular body, and the sexiest smile she has ever seen. For Bella, Edward is simply perfect! And when he also turns out to be smart, funny, excellent in his job, and absolutely adorable with babies, she falls fast and hard for him. It doesn't matter in the slightest that she didn't have plans to fall in love at the moment, much less falling in love with a colleague, because all Bella sees and wants is Edward... 

And he feels just the same - even though getting involved with someone was the last thing on his mind when he left New York. After a wrongful sexual harassment claim made by a rejected nurse, working normally was anything but possible. With colleagues staring at him and spreading rumors behind his back, Edward felt more and more unwelcome. So when the 30-year old man hears from his father that an obstetrician is needed at his hospital, he doesn't think twice and accepts the offer. And the change of scenery does him really well because when he lays eyes on Bella, he loses all reason and good intentions and finds himself in Seventh Heaven. Unable to stay away from her the young doctor asks her out on a date and from there on, things progress quickly and in an intense way for the couple...

Babies on Their Mind is written from a third-person perspective. However, the omniscient narrator alternates between taking a closer look at Bella's and Edward's thoughts so that the reader gets a good impression of what is going on in their heads. Generally speaking, the story contains as good as no angst but is full of fluff and romantic scenes instead. Sometimes, words the characters choose to express their feelings for each other might sound a bit clichéd or even cheesy, but after a long fanfic full of drama and despair this is exactly what one needs! That said, Babies on Their Mind has one or two interesting twists and turns, for example that Bella seems to have gotten pregnant even though Edward is infertile. It is a well-written story that includes a couple of typos here and there but is overall a very good read. The sweetness that is Edward will totally lure you in, I promise!

Babies on Their Mind consists of 37 chapters and a total of 236,191 words. The story is rated M for graphic description of sexual activities and some foul language.

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After a t-bone collision that put him in a coma for weeks, Edward Cullen doesn't remember the last year of his life. The terrible accident also ruined his career as a surgeon, a fact that turns him into an angry and grumpy young man. One of the things that confuse him the most is that he doesn't understand why  he has to be cared for by a mousy woman named Bella Swan, even though he can't stand her at all. Why his family allows her presence in his house is beyond him, but he was going to find out... Meanwhile, Bella is mourning the loss of the husband she once knew. A man who didn't even wait three days after his proposal to whisk her off to the courthouse and marry her; a man whom she lovingly called Elmer and who had named her Bugsy in return. She missed him terribly and she'd give everything she had to change those fateful 30 seconds that altered both of their lives irrevocably. But the only thing she really can do is fight for the one she loves, even if it means keeping up with Edward Cullen...

Come Home is a story for the angst lovers, and for those who have no qualms reading a very angry and nasty Edward. He treats Bella horribly, calls her names and at one point he even accuses her of trying to kill him with an overdose. But don’t be fooled, this is definitely a love story - one told through Bella’s eyes and her memories. Little by little, you will discover the bond that unites this cranky man to this patient woman and once you find out, your heart will break for them.

One of the things we like the most about this short fic is how the writer combined the good times with the bad times - compacting them to one coherent story. Bella’s flashbacks help you get to know the love story before the tragedy, and it'll make you root for the crossed lovers till the end. We can’t promise you will like the journey because, like real life, some bad things must happen before the good stuff comes along. It’s all part of the growth process. Both Bella and Edward have lost themselves along the way, and they need time to grow and embrace the new persons they have become. But there is one thing we can promise you, and that’s a happily ever after, just don’t stop reading. You will thank us later. ;)

Come Home consists of 11 chapters and a total of 35,728 words. The fanfiction is rated M for mature language and sexual situations.

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After Bella finds out that her boyfriend Alec has been cheatin on her for the several months, she packs her bags and moves to Seattle. She sends applications to a number of hospitals and hopes that at least one will be in need of a new nurse. Luck is on her side and Bella soon starts working at Harborview Medical Center. There she is trained by her colleague Emmett, a boisterous yet incredibly sweet coloss of a man, who seems to have a secret love-hate relationship with Dr. Rosalie Hale a.k.a. the Ice Queen. Though Bella can't really figure out what really happened, happens, or doesn't happen between the two, she soon finds her own arch enemy in scrubs: Dr. Edward Cullen.

Dr. Cullen is sex on legs, it's as simple as that. As a hospitalist, the gorgeous adonis takes care of patients while they are hospitalized as long as they don't already have a primary doctor. He therefore works closely with Bella whom he meets for the first time when he visits one of his patients and asks Bella to tag along. And then the young brunette does something no nurse should ever do: she calls him out in front of the patient. Edward is furious and makes it clear to Bella that he would not tolerate behavior like this in the future. The sexual tension between the two is palpable, in fact, it is so obvious that their friends (Emmett and Alice happen to know Edward pretty well) set them up for a blind date and it is that evening when things start to change. Because Bella suddenly notices that Edward isn't even half as bad as she would like to think but instead is rather charming and very persistent (he doesn't stop asking her for a date). Too bad that the lovely nurse decided a while ago that she would never ever date a doctor - especially not one she's working with...

It is always great if an author decides to use her own work experience for her next fanfiction. mybluesky invites us into the life of a hospital nurse and describes the daily routines of the staff in a very interesting and entertaining kind of way. She also packed her story with lots of humor and sexual innuendoes: the bickering between Edward and Bella is cute and hilarious at the same time and supporting characters like Emmett, Alice, Jasper, and Rosalie add to the high level of fun. Once Bella finally caves in her and gives herself to Edward the two are sexually very active and more than compatible. If you like reading about Edward in low hanging scrubs, this story is a must-read!

Doctor's Orders consists of 28 chapters and 166,845 words. The story is rated MA for lemons and profanities.

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After graduating with a college degree in journalism, Bella spends two years travel writing for various tourism blogs. Her growing up in Forks, Washington made her appreciate and enjoy the nature already at a young age. As a child she spent countless hours in the outdoors with her dad and just now, the young woman discovered her love for rock climbing.
After an humiliating break-up, Bella decides to leave her hometown and move to Seattle. There, she takes on a job as an outdoor web writer for The Seattle Times and quickly befriends with the newspaper's fashion editor, Alice. Her excitement could not be bigger when she hears that there is a rock gym not too far away. Bella rushes to Rock Face only to find Alice, her boyfriend Jasper as well as her brother Emmett and Rose, the owners. From time to time she runs into their cousin Edward, a cocky and arrogant young man, whom Bella dubs the "bulldozer".

For her next assignment, Bella invites her four new friends to a weekend climbing trip. Unexpectedly, Alice brings Edward along and the group of six drives off enjoying exhilerating climbs, good food and a fun games of Truth or Dare. Soon, Bella learns that Edward's coldness is due to a horrible event in his past for which he blames himself heavily. In fact, it has weight him down so much that he cannot climb anymore. On the last day of their trip, the friends decide to head home early as the weather is far too bad for climbing. Unfortunately though, the roads are soon completely washed over, making it impossible for them to get back home. Stuck with each other in an empty cabin for at least a couple of days, Edward and Bella realize that they need to move on from their pasts and learn to trust others again if they want to lead a happy life. Will Bella get Edward to climb again? And can Bella forget the humiliation of her previous relationship and put her heart on the table for Edward?

Yosemite Decimal is such a fun story! In all the time I've been reading Twilight fanfiction I've never come across a story like this before - I mean, have you ever read a fanfic where a lemon takes place on a rock climbing wall? Me neither. In a captivating and deep way, the author combines the technical side of rock climbing (you'll learn many climbing terms) with the personal stories of our favorite characters. Except for one brief moment of angst, Yosemite Decimal will have you laughing, fanning yourself, or going "Ahhh". Trust me, you won't regret reading it!

Yosemite Decimal consists of 129,560 words and 23 chapters. The story is rated M for language and lemons on a rock climbing wall.

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When Doctor Bella Swan reads the chart of her next patient, her heart starts beating. Sitting only a couple of feet away from her, in an examination room in the ER, is none other than Edward Cullen. Dr. Edward Cullen. The same Dr. Edward Cullen, who apparently disliked her so much that he refused to take her as one of the new residents at the White General's Hospital in San Francisco three years ago. Trying to get rid of her nervousness, Bella walkes into the exam room and comes face to face with the one man she was unable to get off of her mind for years...

And he isn't alone. The handsome pediatrician, who has had a little accident at home and now sports a small cut on his arm, is accompanied by an adorable little girl, whose name, she finds out quickly, is Abby. Bella tries to treat her patient the best way she can but is getting more and more angry at Dr. Cullen's obvious hatred towards her. According to him she isn't doing her job right and is also behaving unprofessional when she flirts with her husband in front of the patients. Husband? And then, suddenly, when Bella explains that Edward is mistaken and she is far from being married, the man's countenance changes and he miraculously starts being more than nice to her. Because rather than hating Bella with a passion, Edward needs her like air to breathe...

ericastwilight managed to write a realistic and very entertaining one-shot. For example, Edward's decision to refuse Bella's application to become a resident did not happen out of sheer annoyance and hatred. Instead, he had good reasons for his actions, reasons which the reader only finds out about a little bit later into the story. Stitches in Times is written both from Bella's and Edward's POV, while ericastwilight wrote Edward's and the talented lisa89 wrote Bella's. It's a great story to read in between long multi-chapter ones, especially because the O/S includes a short future take, so the reader knows what happens to his characters after the main plot is over!

Stitches in Time is a one shot consisting of 14,349 words. The story is rated M for language and lemons.