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When you look at the many popular images of Edward Cullen, you can clearly recognize the devastatingly handsome A-list movie star who has an outstanding reputation for immersing himself into the characters he portrays. He has just completed the fifth installment of a highly successful series called “Shadow Mission” where he plays the lead role of Special Agent, James Goodall. The only problem is, he doesn’t always come out of character when he leaves the set. This personality shift apparently happens as a defense mechanism triggered by confrontation or stress in his life and seems to have started after an unresolved tragedy that happened five years ago which resulted in the death of his former bodyguard, Charlie Swan. In addition to his mental instability, he can’t remember anything from before that time, he hears voices in his head, has nightmares and has his current bodyguard, Emmett McCarty, at wits end to keep him safe and protected; especially when he slips into other personalities. What exactly happened years ago when Charlie was shot that left him so traumatized? Why was there no resolution to the investigation? Why can’t Emmett find any records of Edward’s life before that time?

Bella Swan was his closest friend when Edward was a beginning actor and her dad was his bodyguard. They did many things together on a daily basis and over the years, even though she was a little too young to be in a relationship with him, they both harbored feelings of more than friendship that they never acted on. She had hopes that one day it could all work out, but suddenly, after Charlie’s tragic and mysterious death, Edward cut all ties with her. He did not even attend Charlie’s funeral or send any condolences or respond to any calls. She was blocked and denied at every attempt to contact him by Edward’s agent, Tanya Denali, and after repeated attempts, she finally decided she had had enough. It had been five years and she wanted some answers. After being turned away at the gate to Edward’s mansion, she scaled the fence, fell out of the tree, was promptly apprehended by security, and she still demanded to see Edward! What will happen? Will she ever get to see Edward and get answers? Will he remember her?

This is a spectacular fanfiction! You will be immediately pulled in to Shadow Mission by the brilliant writing and sequencing of maxigrumpling, but get this - the plot and story-line are from Mr. maxigrumpling! How cool of a collaboration is that? The author also uses a clever ploy of successfully writing this in multiple first person POVs, which gives you a feeling of being omnipresent, like you are viewing changing scenes in a movie and can see action happening through the eyes of different people; one of those being the most impressive Emmett characters you will have ever met. Shadow Mission will get your adrenaline pumping as it is a fast-paced, action-packed mystery full of intrigue and conspiracy that will appeal to you on a wide range of emotions. On top of the danger and suspense, there is comfort, humor and at the heart of it is of course, the truly inspiring and healing joy of rediscovering a lost love. If you are not already reading this, please click on the link right now and check it out!

Shadow Mission consists of 21 chapters and a total of 188,658 words. It is rated M for language, content and sexy times.

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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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Sergeant Major Edward Cullen is finally coming home stateside from his last tour of duty overseas and contemplating whether he should sign up for another one. After twenty years in the military and his age pushing forty, was he as ready as he thought for a change of pace? On the other hand, his entire life thus far has been spent in tents and the military way... As he is contemplating these options, a big rock suddenly comes out of nowhere and hits his windshield as he driving under an overpass. Infuriated, he pulls over, chases the culprit through the woods and collars him, finding out that the rock was in fact thrown by a very big and angry fourteen year old Emmett James, son of one Bella James. Edward is wondering what kind of Medusa-headed woman would have that kind of delinquent for a son; little did he know he was so wrong...

When he pulls up to the house with Emmett, three other boys tumble out of the front door and Edward starts wondering what kind of mess he really got himself into. But when their mom steps out of the door to talk with him, this big ol’ veteran army man right about falls to his knees in shock. How did these four boys come from this petite beauty? She barely comes up to his shoulder, with slender beautiful body, long brown hair and beautiful soulful eyes.  But the very same beauty seems to gone through a world of hardships raising four rambunctious boys on her own due to the death of her late husband, Mac; who had also been in the army. As Edward observes her while they talk, he notices the lines of fatigue that did not seem to belong on her beautiful face and suddenly feels the urge to help her alleviate these burdens. Sergeant Cullen, confirmed bachelor, has feelings stirring inside for this woman that he has never felt before. Even though he internally argues with himself that he doesn’t do commitment, it was like the gauntlet was thrown down for him when he met Bella. Is Edward man enough to step in and pick up where Mac left off and make this family whole again? Will the boys even want him to?

The Bigger They Are is written in EPOV and is an absolutely beautiful, heartwarming fanfiction by the very talented LadyExcalibur. The writing is flawless and the pacing is perfect on this amazing journey as Edward gradually works himself into their lives and grows to know, love and win over every one of these boys; each in their own unique way. Witness their characters develop and grow! In the process, of course, he slowly woos Bella right off her feet. I mean, who can resist a strong, sexy Sergeantward? What a gem this man is and you, too, will be yearning and swooning right along with her! It’s also witty and humorous, with Edward having many conversations with his - um, ‘manhood’ as he works through dilemmas that will have you chuckling! What a delight to read that will keep you hitting ‘next’, ‘next’ and ‘next’! There is also companion piece that accompanies this including different POVs called, The Harder They Fall.

The Bigger They Are consists of 78 chapters and a total of 304,177 words. It is rated M for language and sexual activities.

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Edward Cullen, college quarterback extraordinaire in Sideline Collision, was the NFL overall first draft pick and is now starting quarterback for the New York Giants in Getting Blitzed! Coming off of two national championships, two MVPs, and two Heisman wins with the Florida State Seminoles, he might come off as a bit cocky in nature. Actually, that may be putting it too mildly. His arrogance knows no bounds and he thinks his new NFL coach and teammates will bow down and worship the ground he walks on for gracing them with his presence; but he definitely gets a big, bruising reality check! Playing with the big boys is a whole other level of competition than what he knew in college football, and even “Edward F’ing Cullen” has to pay his dues and prove his worth. His teammates not only hit hard on the field, but punk him after practice time and again, because he’s the rookie. Then he has to drag his aching body home alone to his penthouse because his sexy girlfriend Bella, aka “Reed Girl”, is still back in Tallahassee finishing up her degree. Things seem to be completely haywire in his life...

Edward met Bella a couple years back at a Florida State football game as he was running out of the tunnel with the team to take the field and collided with some band geek that was coming off the field. The story picks up after their relationship in Sideline Collision and now Edward must endure months before she can join him in New Jersey after her graduation. Sure there are phone calls, Skype chats, and a few weekend visits for games to share with each other, but is that enough to keep everything good in their relationship? Unfortunately for Edward and his cockiness, being the best has always come so easy to him that now he is having a hard time adapting to the multiple changes around him, with only his very possessive and temperamental kitten - Rainbow - to console him. How will he survive the separation from his beloved other half and accept the discipline it now takes to be a pro quarterback; even accepting defeat? 

Getting Blitzed, of course, is the hilarious, outrageous sequel to Sideline Collision by Nolebucgrl. This woman knows football plays, calls and stats like no other, and it is absolutely amazing how she can make you feel like you are experiencing everything as if you are right there in Edward’s head. It is equally impressive how she portrays his undoubtedly masculine voice with his unfiltered thoughts, words and actions, as he fumbles his way through all manner of shenanigans, freak-outs and ups and downs; learning many of life’s lessons whether he is ready or not. The focus is currently on Edward’s journey, but of course Bella is a constant presence, either in person or by contact. When she is there in person, Edward is insatiable - so prepare for some toe-curling, sizzling lemons! The previous gang of crazy friends and family also pop in from time to time in addition to a whole new cast of wacky characters livening up the new location to round things out. Never a dull moment, people! If you need a good pick-me-up story and a reason to smile, don't miss the escapades of Cockyback and Reed Girl! So much fun! Updates every Sunday!

Getting Blitzed consists of 23 chapters and a total of 104,838 words so far. The story is rated M for language and sexy times!

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It's Valentine's Day and unlike what Bella had thought, she suddenly finds herself being bombarded with several suitors lining up for her and asking her to be their valentine. Bella being herself, finds it more than awkward that these guys that she has no feelings-whatsoever-for were suddenly lining up in front of her on a name forsaken day. So she decides to flip the table and spend the day with her best friends Alice at her house instead. Boycotting Valentine's Day never seemed better before, and being with her best friend was all that mattered; sure her brothers Emmett and Edward were present too but they don't matter much, right? Well it turns out Bella was wrong, and wrong again when it came to underestimating where she stood with one of Alice's brothers...

Boycotting Valentine's Day is a perfectly cute fanfiction for today, especially for those who think nothing good could come being alone. Well, watch out because you never know what unexpected surprise awaits you in the near future! This short, bubbly story will take very less time so be sure to spare an hour on this day and I promise the fanfic will only make your day better, whether you are single or not! jennlynnfs creates great humor mixed in with romance that makes this the ideal story for today's date. You will come to adore the siblings - Alice, Emmett, and Edward - as well as their strong bond with Bella. Don't miss out on this one today!

Boycotting Valentine's Day contains 7 chapters and a total of 34,051 words. The story is rated M for some language. 

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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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Bella is five minutes away from walking down the aisle when she receives a very abrupt breakup text from her fiancé, Tyler, saying that he can't marry her because he's in love with someone else - his roommate, Eric! Bella’s over-the-top reaction is understandable but very entertaining as her inner ranting is quite humorous. She commiserates with her bridesmaids who quickly rally behind her and convince her to go ahead with the prepaid three week honeymoon trip to a resort island off Rio, even if it's minus the groom; she definitely deserves some relaxing and fun time to herself. They pack her suitcase and put her on the plane to 'A Ilha do Amor', a.k.a The Island of Love, with instructions to call it a ‘singlemoon’ and with encouragement to find herself a Brazilian hottie to hook up with as a distraction when she gets there. While on the layover between flights, she meets a vivacious young woman named Alice who strikes up a conversation with her, which proves to be a turning point in Bella's trip. They realize they are on the same flight and heading to the same resort which, coincidentally, Alice’s family owns and operates. Alice describes her family members, including her middle brother, Edward, who is a brilliant accountant in charge of all the business decisions. However, Alice advises her to steer clear of the "douche" as he has a tendency to sleep his way through the female guest list without a second thought. Little does Bella know what a challenge that will prove to be!

Yes, Edward is pretty disgusting at first as he clearly has no respect for the women he has been with or himself and distances himself from any emotional attachments. He is an arrogant and presumptuous womanizer and you will really want to inflict him with some bodily harm! But when he sets his eyes on the stunning new petite brunette guest who just arrived at the resort and who wants absolutely nothing to do with him, he is completely thrown off guard since he is not used to rejection. He is puzzled because he gets a strange feeling around her like he has felt for no other woman. After repeated rejections and all out avoidance from Bella, her heated accusations strike a nerve and he starts to question his lifestyle and what he is doing. Is that all he truly wants in his life...fleeting gratification from meaningless, faceless hook-ups? Can he possibly redeem himself in the eyes of his family...and her? It will make you wonder what happened to this man in the past that made him so calloused and jaded. Enjoy experiencing his character evolve as his story emerges!

If you could use some laughs and appreciate witty banter, tune in for all the hilarity and adventure as tufano79 takes you on a wild tropical roller coaster journey with these two stubborn individuals. You can feel the tension and passion build as they circle around and size each other up, trying to fight the undeniable attraction, trying unsuccessfully to justify all the reasons this can't work; but who rediscover themselves and finally, each other! The story is very engaging and quick paced right from the beginning with all kinds of fun in the sun, a wonderful supporting cast, a bit of suspense and drama, and yes - ultimately - the hot-as-hellfire romance with lemons that will have you self-combusting into thin air. In fact, you might need use of a fan, an ice cold drink or other devices to cool off as you read! Don't miss out on this epic page-turner!

A Ilha do Amor consists of 38 chapters and 298,949 words. Rated MA for language and sexy smut.

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This amazing story by Anton M is set up as insanely hilarious entries to a seventeen year old Bella’s diary where her main ongoing concern is her appearance. She considers herself to be ‘ugly’-because apparently that was ingrained into her at an early age by bullies as well as her mother - as she constantly, although humorously, describes and berates her appearance throughout the story. You will sometimes hear her comparing herself to ‘fortunate’ girls, and it goes without saying that she considers herself unfortunate. She is, however, snarky, sarcastic, and witty and thus projects an outward confidence in the unique way she dresses, her love of drama class among other things, and her outrageous interactions with her big brother, Emmett. 

Her junior year, Edward moves to town and starts school with them. Of course being handsome and athletic, he has instant admirers and is a shoe-in with the ‘it’ crowd. When he sits down at Bella’s lab table in science, she assures him it is pretty much social suicide to talk to her. After listening to some of her crazy ranting, he says, “You are...something else.” She pretty much assures Edward that she'd rather be the latter "else" and that she is not a person to be considered at if he was looking for "normal". But she gets caught off guard when Edward responds to her comment by saying that he is simply in need of a friend, not normalcy. After they accidentally get locked inside the school auditorium overnight after a drama practice, their friendship truly begins and the fast-paced give and take of their banter will knock your socks off as you witness the beginning of the epic journey of their relationship.

I was immediately hooked and found this to be a refreshingly unique story filled with consistent humor from Bella's thoughts and actions. But it becomes increasingly heart-wrenching as we realize it is mostly a coping mechanism for deep-seated insecurities and a hidden pain regarding Bella's past. What happened back in middle school that led her to be what she is now? What further obstacles will she have to overcome? The fanfiction not only addresses the against-the-odds journey of one remarkable young woman to search, create and develop her own identity - above and beyond what she perceives as her appearance; but she also finds her voice to address social injustices and encourages others to stand up as well, which makes the story all the more realistic in its overall plot. Right next to her in this journey is an equally remarkable young man that we watch evolve from friend, to a best friend and then more. DoaUG has left a lasting impact on me. Absolutely magnificent! 

Diary of An Ugly Girl has 26 chapters with 289,228 words. It is rated M for language and sexual situations. 

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"Easy," Rose insisted. "Kiss him and walk away."

Bella Swan had no idea what to expect when her best friend asked her for a favor. She soon found out that she's expected to kiss a total stranger - but it's not just a peck on the cheek, or even on the lips. No, a full-out lip smashing, tongues meeting kind of kiss. If only it were that simple, right? She ran into a man who accidentally stepped on her wrist as she bent down to pick up her glasses while she was on her way to the location. Mr. Blurry was kind enough to go get supplies for her wrist, but she bolted before he got back. As taken aback as she had been about said favor, she found herself incredibly surprised by the attraction and connection she felt towards him: Volunteer number 13, whom she had also dubbed as Mr. Blurry during their encounter. With his good looks, odd colored hair, and piercing eyes, she found just how difficult the experiment would be - she knew she'd be unable to walk away from this man. Luckily for her, he wanted to see her again too, and see how far their connection would go. As time went on, they got to know each other on both more intimate and emotional levels. Her handsome stranger wanted to be with her, as much as she wanted to be with him. 

Where do I start? I had a bunch of alerts from this story in one of my folders, and finally decided to read it. I have to say, Volunteer 13 didn't disappoint. The initial meeting between these two main characters is one you'll never forget, and probably laugh through it. And, as the story develops, we get to see how unique these characters are. Though this story only has 11 chapters, there's a lot of love and even more lemons to go around. This story will have you snorting from laughter and almost disappointed that you've reached the end. Much like every other Edward's Eternal fanfictions, Volunteer 13 is beautifully written and has an amazing ending. The story has minimal grammatical errors, and flows smoothly right to the end. So don't miss out on it and be sure to give it a read!

Volunteer 13 consists of 11 chapters and 40,162 words. The story is rated M for mild language and lemons.

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Everybody said Rose was perfect for me, and this weekend I was going to find out if it was true. That was the plan, until I met her sister. 

It turns out that Edward has more hots for a certain Bella Swan - who is not only Rose's sister, but also a wonderful baby sitter. His first views of her included words like "tom-boy", but after looking at her nurturing nature, he is filled with love for the woman. But how will Edward be able to convince Bella of the same thing? Moreover, the pressure from his relatives that Rose is "perfect" for him, is something that Edward already knows is untrue. Will he be able to compose himself and get the woman he desires? 

This story is an amazing short read! There is a perfect balance of humor and romance and plummy will want you reading the entire thing over and over again. The connection between Bella and Edward is almost instant, and quite surprising when Bella is the first one to make the move and ask Edward to take her to her prom! I promise this fanfiction will not be disappointing in the least and you will love it to pieces. A perfect read any time of the day - especially if you are back to work or in school and want a little something to take your mind off things. Go give this one a try!

The Babysitter consists of 4 chapters and a total of 35,055 words. The story is rated M for language and few sexual content.

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Edward Cullen is a well-known young, wealthy, and successful Wall Street stockbroker - and with his rising fame, came arrogance and more than willing women. In short, he's used to getting what and who he wants. He tries to seduce Bella Swan into his bed at a private event but is rejected, leaving him angry and his suit drenched in champagne. Out of spite, he and Jasper - his best friend and wing-man - make a bet: Edward has to make Bella fall in love with him and, in return, he'll receive Jasper's house in the Hamptons. What's the harm, right? As part of his plan, he hires Bella to handle the PR for his upcoming book and though she's resistant at first, she soon admits it's in her career's best interest to take him on as a client. Part of him expected her to be an easy conquest, but he finds that she's far from it...

He forms a friendship with Bella as part of his plan but what he doesn't expect, is to find himself falling for her in the process. With so much to do for Edward's book, they spend most of their time together and become closer to one another than they thought possible - to the point that Bella agrees to date Edward exclusively. Everything is going smoothly for a while, and the couple's blissfully happy. Unfortunately, secrets always have a way of getting out. Instead of following Jasper's advice and coming clean to Bella, he just calls off the bet but remains quiet about it. Well, until Bella's best friends find out about it and refuse to hide it from her - but, even then, he won't budge so her girlfriends take matters into their own hands and spill. With Bella's devastation on his shoulders, can Edward find it in him to tell her the truth and fix the cracks in their relationship?

I had read the first chapter of Hot Commodity while it was still a work in progress but, because I'm so impatient when it comes to waiting for updates, I chose to wait until it was complete before starting it. It would be an understatement to say it was well worth the wait. Be warned: Hot Commodity is a slow burn and has a healthy dose of angst - though not overwhelmingly so. This is a story where you're likely to find yourself bursting out laughing and wanting to pull your hair out, at the same time. I personally found Edward's initial attitude towards women disgusting, but it's something that changes with time as the story continues. The 34 chapters in this story fly by - at least they did for me. I really enjoyed it and hold it high on my list. It's beautifully written, has little to no grammatical errors, and will have you wanting more!

Hot Commodity consists of 34 chapters and 211,461 words; it's rated M for foul language and lemons galore.

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Edward Cullen, nearing his thirtieth birthday and sick of the dating scene, decides to finally go and search for 'the one' for him. The restaurant owner wants to experience a real relationship with the girl of his dreams. He just needs to find her. In the French Quarter of New Orleans, he comes up with a quirky plan - he decides to drive romantic carriage rides for couples in order to better understand their connections. Armed with a carriage and a donkey, Edward is determined to figure out what makes true love and why, exactly, he can't seem to find it. Then comes Bella - a curvy, beignet-making personality who runs into Edward at her job in a restaurant. She has a feisty, yet bubbly persona that instantly attracts Edward's attention. Can they find love in New Orleans? Or has this carriage ride reached its end?

This has got to be one of the cutest stories I've read on FanFiction. This Edward is just such a change from all the others that I've read. He is genuinely sweet and well-meaning. His thoughts on love are so old-school and wonderful that it just warms your heart. It's a breath of fresh air and a trip back to chivalry. Bella is just as likable. She's curvy and completely confident. She rocks her bubbly, friendly personality throughout the whole story. The two of them together is nothing short of brilliant. gabby1017 does a truly great job with these characters. Do not miss out on this wonderful, insanely cute story!

Under My Nose consists of 46 chapters and 182,588 words. This story is rated MA for lemons and limes and all sorts of citrus.

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Edward Cullen is a famous actor with a British accent that has been getting some trouble from his current housekeeper, Jane. Before it got any worse than it already was, Edward decides to fire the poor excuse for a maid that Jane is and turns to his PA and confidant, Emmett for help. Fate plays out really well when the very same minute, Emmett gets a call from her elder sister that things are going down on her end; Bella had been betrayed and heartbroken by her ex-husband and wanted nothing more than a fresh start to her life. So Emmett doesn't hesitate to call her over to Edward's place to work for him as his housekeeper and cook. It isn't long before Edward and Bella form the best of friendship and understand each other more than anyone else. She cooks his favorite cupcakes and sandwiches with extra pickles, and he in turn allows her to be comfortable at his - no, their - house with her crazy blaring music and off-tune singing. Will either of them be able to realize that what they have between them is nothing but love? Will Bella be able to move on from her past into Edward life which is full of paps, or is his life too nonadjustable?

My Heart, My Home is a light and fun read that everyone should give a try. Edward's Eternal creates Edward Cullen very similar to who we know as the existing Robert Pattinson today - with his hot British accent and his ability to remain humble at all times. Edward, in this story, is that and so much more with his crazy tendencies to devour food and love Bella like no other. You will fall in love with his sweet self and beg Bella to drop everything and love the man back - because that is definitely what we all would do ;-). Although a story that has plenty of humor, it has a great plot-line which makes it even more fascinating to read. Edward's Eternal has written many great stories, and this one is also definitely on the list of amazing-ness. She is able to create a very lovely persona for both of our characters, and at the same time combine the realism that is involved in an actor's life. The fact that Bella might feel slightly uncomfortable about starting her life with Edward as his girlfriend, is totally understandable if you consider the amount of paps that will surround their hot story. But, in the end, this story is a HEA and definitely one that should not be missed! Go give it a try!

My Heart, My Home consists of 26 chapters and a total of 86,338 words. The story is rated M for language and some sexual content.

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When sassy nerd meets confident player, sparks will fly. The question is, will these sparks make things more interesting, or simply leave them both burnt and hurting? At Mason University, anything is possible. Bella Swan, still recovering from a turbulent past, refuses to become the local playboy’s latest plaything. Edward Cullen, with demons of his own, doesn’t understand why he can’t get the snarky brunette out of his mind. Thus, ensues a game of cat and mouse that leaves both doubting everything they knew. Can an attraction as great as there’s really be denied?

Unsure of herself to the point where it impedes her ability to live and trust normally, Bella knows that the last thing she needs, is someone as unpredictable as Edward Cullen in her life. She just can’t understand why his antics and his crooked grin have her coming back. Bella desperately wants to know why she misses their interactions when she’s not with him. She wishes he would tell her why he spends so much of his time chasing her when all she sees herself as, is flawed. Will the charming player be able to win her trust? Or will he just be the last straw on her path to self-destruction?

How To Tame A Player has me completely hooked. I can’t recommend this story enough. The interactions between Edward and Bella aren’t just interesting, they’re endearing. Bella knows just how to handle herself against ‘the big, bad player’ and Edward just seems to want to spend time with her and her sarcasm. Though their personalities are miles apart, something about the two of them together just seems to fit. They both have troubled pasts, adding a perfect amount of angst to sink your teeth into. The writing is superb, the dialogue excellent, and the plot intriguing. On top of that, it has consistent updates on Wednesdays and Saturdays. All in all, this is a story that definitely deserves to be read and reviewed. I really can’t describe properly just how much this story makes my Wednesdays and Saturdays. A DEFINITE MUST-READ!

So far, How To Tame A Player consists of 26 chapters and 60,447 words. It is rated M for language and (future) sexy times.

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Bella Swan had it all: a steady job in New York, great friends and family surrounding her, and a fiancé. She was ready to walk down the aisle until her groom-to-be called five minutes before the ceremony saying he couldn't go through the wedding. He told her to take their honeymoon tickets to Key West, FL and clear her head. Angry, confused, and frustrated, she exchanged her honeymoon tickets for tickets to a ten day vacation in Key West with her girlfriends—Alice and Rose. Instead of enjoying the tourist attractions, Bella immersed herself in her reading. But with the girls' frustration mounting, she finally decides to get up and go for a walk to the marina. This is where she first lays eyes on a catamaran and three staff members who were helping some girls onto the deck. She wasn't pleased when one of the men went to flirt with her. First impressions are meant to be lasting impressions, and her first impression of Edward isn't very great. She believes he's just another womanizer and doesn't want to be involved with that kind of guy. Besides, Bella wasn't interested in anything but focusing on clearing her head while on vacation, but can this man be the one to bring her walls down?

I'm not one to read WIPs as I'm too impatient when waiting for updates, but pattyrose was updating Key West every week day... And it was well worth the weekend wait. The story is complete now, thanks to the author's fast updates and I only want to read it all over again! From their initial meeting, Edward and Bella's attraction is tangible. As with every pattyrose story, we're bound to crack some laughs and read some very steamy lemons. There already are moments where we're left wanting more, but we'll have to wait for the next update! Key West is written entirely from Bella's point of view but there is a chapter from Edward's towards the end. I can't wait for all of you to read the story and experience it's amazing plot. There is no doubt that Key West is  a fabulous fanfiction that will steal your heart away, especially because the author is so great! If you haven't started reading this story yet, you definitely should! It's such a well written story and will leave you anxious for more.

Key West consists of 16 chapters and a total of 54,702 words. The story is rated M for lemons and foul language.

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Being a flight attendant is not everyone's piece of cake. Though it's not included in the job description, one needs to have a lot of patience, and Bella Swan is no stranger to the policies and protocols of flying. She isn't new to working as a flight attendant—she's had time to get used to serving Bloody Mary's from a can and old men pinching her a**. Grace and style, is her mantra. Now, she's been assigned to work under Rosalie Hale on Mr. Cullen's plane. As soon as they get on the plane for Bella's first trip, she's told to not have any unnecessary contact with their boss; only Rosalie will serve him and be attentive to her radio. That's fine by her. But when Bella has a bit of an accident with a food cart and her head piece, she's switched over from one channel to another and she finds herself speaking to a man who won't tell her who he is—just a man concerned for a crew member's safety. He continues to page her throughout the flight, and they partake in short but innuendo-filled conversations. To her disadvantage, she's unable to see him, but that doesn't lessen his hold on her. No, he has her doing things she wouldn't normally do and enjoys every minute of it. Will Bella be able to face her boss without embarrassing herself?

Channel Five was planetblue's entry for last year's Dirty Talkin' Edward Contest. I had added Ch5 to my TBR list not long after planetblue put it on fanfiction, and have read it numerous times. That being said, this is a very steamy one-shot written from Bella's point of view. Did I mention steamy—SO HOT! Ladies, I should advise you to put on your shanties! They'll come in handy ;-) Ch5 is a quick and witty read that will fly by that will have you wanting more. The intense pull between the two is indescribable and I've thoroughly enjoyed it time and time again. There is no doubt that you will keep this one-shot at the top of your reading charts, because trust me when I say this—it is more than worth the read, even multiple times! Be prepared for lots of dirty talk and a lemon galore.

Channel Five consists of 14,288 words and is rated M for foul language and HOT lemons, as can be expected from planetblue.

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What’s that thing they say about teenagers? They’re young, dumb, and full of cum. Crude? Yes. True? Usually. Most of us know what it’s like to be on the verge of adulthood. We love hard and play harder without truly understanding the consequences behind our actions, and it’s that inexperience—that we don’t want to really realize about ourselves—that holds us back. Edward and Bella were a summer romance, separated during the year by distance and doubt and too-immature minds filled with painful words and guarded hearts. Fueled by the power to hurt and the need to feel, their relationship was broken by a misunderstanding and the refusal to communicate. It’s five years later when they find their second chance. Together once again, it only takes a few shots, a rendezvous into the past, and some careful chosen dirty words before Bella is spread out on the pool table with Edward above her and panting. But where does this leave them? Is it the closure they never had or the rekindling of something great?

Felt was LayAtHomeMom’s entry for the Dirty Talkin’ Edward Twific Contest, and we were lucky enough to be graced with a two-part continuum. I can’t compare her entry to the others—because I don’t think I’ve read any of them—but she did deliver in my opinion because ohemgee this Edward and that mouth. Soap. It needs lots of soap. I mean seriously. Pant. Pant. Pant. You want a short, smexy read? This story is for you. Dirty talk is a secret love of mine. Probably because I can’t read it or think it or say it out loud without feeling incredibly awkward and self-conscious, and oh my goodness, if you could only see my blush. If there’s one thing to know about me, it might be that I like to read aloud and act out the characters because dialogue can be so much fun. Now I dare you to read this sexy out loud. Told from Bella’s POV, we see mostly her struggle with her acceptance of the relationship and her own reservations, but we do get a good look into Edward’s side. Even though it has been five years and they may be a tad bit older and wiser, these two still have a lot to work out. The original one-shot gives the sexy, but the continuation gives the story, and thank goodness for that because I seriously don’t know what I would have done if it had ended with, “So where does this leave us now?” So here’s the question of the day. Dirty talk…which bit was your favorite or what would you add?

Felt consists of 3 chapters and 19,378 words. It’s rated MA for foul language and sexual content. Go check out the fabulous video (you-tube link below) that Smith-Patterson made for this story!

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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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Bella Swan and her seven-year old son Leo are just done with their grocery shopping when they watch a young women rudely grabbing and yelling at two young children - a boy in Leo's age and a little girl, probably not older than three. It is obvious that she hurts the children, which is why Bella acts fast and without thinking first. She quickly grabs the kids, puts them in her car, drives off. After unsuccessfully trying to reach Ethan and Sophie Cullen's father Edward on his cell, she drives to his workplace, Cullen Construction, and brings him back his son and daughter. Though Edward is furious in the beginning, he soon realizes that Bella has done him an immense favor by saving his kids from the fury that is his now ex-girlfriend. However, as happy as he is that the unfriendly woman is finally out of his life, Edward is now in desperate need of a new babysitter.

And apparently, he isn't really good in picking them because, once again, Bella must come to the rescue of Ethan and Sophie when she realizes that their father has left them with her irresponsible neighbor Tanya. When Edward picks up his children again, he notices how attached they are to Bella and what a witty and feisty woman she actually is. As his kids trust her unconditionally and Bella seems to have a (mysterious) job where she can work from home, she asks her to be Ethan and Sophie's babysitter. Bella doesn't think twice and agrees to look after to two monsters, not admitting to herself that she already feels as attached to them and incredibly drawn to their father. Because of the fact that Leo's conception wasn't planned and she doesn't even know who his father is, Bella is careful with trusting men and letting them into her heart. But it doesn't take too long until she succumbs to Edward irresistable charm!

In Bella Swan: Kidnapper Bella is a mom every child would be happy to have. She loves kids with a passion and never tires of doing the funniest and most ridiculous things for and with them. She has a bouncing castle in her yard and a ball pit in her basement, she lets the kids play with paint and water guns and builds a tree house with Leo (whom she named after Leonardo, one of the Ninja Turtles, by the way). There is never a dull moment in the Swan household, something that Edward really likes about her. The two of them cannot seem to stop bantering back and forth whenever they're together, and really seem to be on the same wavelenght. The other characters, first and foremost Bella's crazy sister Nessie, add to the humor of the story, which is written from both Edward's and Bella's POV (sometimes a bit repetitive). Believe me when I tell you this fanfiction will leave no eye dry!

Bella Swan: Kidnapper consists of 23 chapters and a total of 74,736 words. The story is rated M for foul language and description of sexual activities.

 

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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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