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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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He seemed to be a pro in his world, skating on his beautiful masterpiece of a skateboard and with his messy, sweat-filled bronze hair. Bella's classes were just over and she had trolled along with her best friend Angela to wait with her for her boyfriend, Ben, finish his skateboarding routine. But she couldn't pull her eyes away from this other, tall and lean man that had a black choker on his neck that made him seem even more sexier than he was. And his skating seemed to be the best among the people he was around, even every fall seemed choreographed. She had noticed him a couple of times in her poetry class, always doodling one beautiful thing or another. But today was the first time she was standing right in front of him and having a conversation with him, or least as much as time would allow anyway... He seemed to be extremely shy, and walked away if things got quiet for more than a few seconds. But when Bella suggested he walk her home that day after his skateboarding session was over, she realized that she was already smitten with this boy who had obviously gone through some things, who wrote lovely poetry, had sea-green eyes, and drew masterpieces. Will he be able to fall in love with her too or continue to walk away?

Masen Days is a story that will remind you of the loveliest of love stories out there!! Edward's character is pretty withdrawn within the fanfiction for his own reasons, and you will find yourself melting when he starts opening up with Bella. From his nerdy poetic quirks to his amazing talents in every way imaginable will want you eager to meet him in real life and be there with him when his mood is down. The story develops pretty quickly, considering it is not a huge fanfiction to start with, but this will only have you wanting to read it over and over again! purelyamuse creates a beautiful plotline with the right amount of hurt/comfort and romance all tied into a masterpiece free of grammatical errors, if any. Although it is told entirely from Bella's point of view, there is nothing that we miss on Edward's end as the story unravels and we find out why he stays so secluded. So don't hesitate and go read this story now, it's definitely a MUST!

Masen Days consists of 19 chapters and a total of 66,922 words. The story is rated M for language and content.

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Single father Edward has too much on his shoulders to bear as a young cop. Not only does he have to find a balance within his work life, but he also wants to make sure to give his precious daughter, Maggie, all the care she needs at her tender age. And on top all of that, his reason to become a cop eats at him everyday, sometimes even leading to sleepless on his part. The urgency to find what happened to his sister when he was just twelve years old is a mystery he has to figure out. Its been ten long years since his late sister has been named "The Girl in the Creek" and Edward is determined to get to the root of the matter. After all, why was his own sister's file being kept a secret from him, especially since he was in the police force now? Why was his innocent sister a part of such a horrendous crime and who was behind this?  

In the midst of all his stress - just when he thinks everything is going downhill - he hires Bella, who is studying law and needs an extra job on the side to cover up for time and money. She immediately agrees to Edward's offer on babysitting his daughter Maggie and, though she doesn't quite say this to Edward, fix up his apartment to make it seem more organized. The connection between Maggie and Bella is instant and it warms Edward heart to see them together; suddenly, he finds himself coming home to two girls that he adores the most and a place that has miraculously been turned into a home. Their relationship hits off strong from the beginning, and Bella decides to stand by Edward through his goal to catch his sister's murderers. But is she risking both hers and Maggie's life in the process? Will Edward be able to come out of all this successfully?

The Girl in the Creek is a wonderfully written story that will have you glued to the screen to figure out what exactly happened with Edward's sister. The story's main plot revolves around Edward trying to get to the bottom of the case, and ultimately finding out shocking revelations that put his sister to rest. But MandyLeigh very successfully weaves Bella into this story and the love between our main characters is what get us through the fanfiction. Bella's background in law makes her extremely understanding and supportive of Edward, and at the same time a perfect companion who can love both him and his daughter. At the same time, your love for Edward will increase as the chapters progress because as a reader, you will be able to feel what he is going through and why he is so adamant on solving this case - one that will both his late sister and his mind some peace. This story is not extremely angsty, but the angst is definitely there in some of the chapters. Don't miss out on the opportunity to read this love-filled mysterious ride! It won't take much time out of you since it's pretty short, but don't underestimate it ;)!

The Girl in the Creek contains 30 chapters and a total of 38,497 words. The story is rated M for language and content.

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Firefighters are held in the utmost esteem in our society; our modern-day heroes ready to put their lives on the line to protect any living thing in harm’s way. Lieutenant Edward Cullen is one of these men - the eldest son in a family of firefighters, along with his two younger brothers and his father who is the Fire Chief. At a glance, this family is the epitome of pillars of the community, but as we get a closer look behind the scenes, we find a highly dysfunctional group of members instead. Edward has always been the hard-working, responsible one and everyone in the family automatically has the highest expectations of him; they look to him to solve all their problems or pick up their slack and put way too much pressure on him. Carlisle expects him to run the station in his absence, pick up extra shifts and lays the heavy responsibility of watching out for the safety of his irresponsible brothers on his shift. The brothers turn to Edward for financial help when they haven’t managed their money or gambled it away and Edward bails them out. Yet, they never express gratitude or offer to pay him back. Not one of them put his needs before their own. That is, until the night he ran into a complete structure fire against orders to search for and rescue one young lady named Bella, who was reported missing according to her friends. 

Struggling against the flames and collapsing building, he finally locates her, unconscious from smoke inhalation, gives her his oxygen mask and jacket and almost makes it back to the entrance when he feels the floor begin to give way under him. In a last ditch effort to save her, he throws her towards the door yelling, “Grab her!” as he plummets into the basement's darkness and the building collapses on him. When Bella regains consciousness in the hospital, the events of her accident replay back in her mind and she immediately wants to go see the firefighter that risked his life for her, especially since Edward remains unconscious in the ICU. Someone needs to be there for him to help shoulder the weight of the pain he suffers from constantly, the hardships of adjusting to being dependent and needing physical therapy, the fear of the possibility of being permanently disabled, and that person would be her because in her mind she owed him a debt of gratitude. His bravery had given her the chance to live out her life and find happiness, and with any luck, she would be able to give him the same chance. 

TtF comes with heart fail and multiple tissue warnings, yet a wonderfully developed and mind-blowing plot. SparklingTwilight superbly depicts how the selfless but near-fatal act of one brave firefighter choosing someone else's life over his own, brings one troubled family to their knees; but how that event is a catalyst for changes and healing for both Edward and his family members. The author takes you on an intense journey of a man who had achieving his goals within reach, but because of who he is and a split second decision, he agonizingly almost lost it all. Will he ever be able to walk again after his back injury? Will he ever think beyond his own pain and difficulties to see the sacrifices Bella makes; how she is always there to meet his every need, calm his fears and offer words of encouragement? TtF is indeed a slow agonizing burn, but so worth it in the end. Don't miss out on this compelling story, but maybe have a box of tissues handy! 

Through the Flames has 41 chapters with 200,140 words. The story is rated M for themes, language and sexual situations. 

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This magnificent story takes place in 1944 during WWII, and begins when Edward, who was in the army, is regaining consciousness. He discovers that he is in an army field hospital in London, has been recovering from a serious shrapnel injury as well as a surgery and has been unconscious for nearly two months. The story is so eloquently written that you will literally feel the vivid descriptions; such as Edward's first reactions as he wakes up to the pain, nausea and vertigo from being in a coma for so long. As the doctor explains where he is and what happened, he also offers his condolences for the loss of his wife, Bella, whose car was bombed during an air raid by the Germans in London. To say that Edward was shocked would be an understatement, but but he knows deep in his heart, that this can not possibly be true; his Bella had to be alive. As he deliberates what to do, we see through his memories how their relationship began in the first place and how their marriage came to be. Their deep love for each other despite the risks around them solidified Edward's conscious thoughts that Bella indeed, cannot be dead, because without her, he wouldn't be awake either. He is intent on being released as soon as possible to go find her, which leads him to a heart-breaking journey over two continents. What obstacles must he face and overcome in his journey to find her? What situation will he find her in and what is her story?

I was naturally drawn to this because I have a passion for historical pieces, but as I began reading FirstBlush’s passionate descriptive words, I was quickly impressed with what an intricate plot it was as well! The story pulled me in even more with its intense drama, intrigue and action and I just could not put it down. This is one of those fanfictions that will impact you on an emotional level and stay with you for days. It is brilliantly written and well-researched to be as authentic as possible - considering the time period - by FirstBlush; with enlightening explanations and links of important details given in her A/Ns. Through her words she will have you sharing a sense of urgency and determination with the main characters as they journey to survive and reunite with their loved ones. There is also a major plot twist that compounds this urgency and I promise, the action will keep you on the edge of your seat! I encourage you to check this out for yourself. 

The Last Breath has 31 chapters and 170,164 words. It is rated M for themes, violence, and sexual situations.

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Raised in poverty by her stripper mother at a tender age, Bella found her only coping mechanism to be alcohol. Along with her best friend Alice, she somehow got through life - unknowingly trying to escape and be something that she isn't. She is contemplating on buying ice-cream with the amount of money she has, when a junior behind them gets impatient and pays for them instead. Bella and Edward's first encounter definitely do not reveal each others' names - he calls her Dimples and goes by Cadillac himself - which also happens to be the very brand of the blue car he owns. Bella knows better than to get herself involved with the bad boy who smokes and seems to be hidden within himself, but she cannot help but get attracted towards Cadillac's mysterious self; were the rumors about him true? 

When the two start meeting due to coincidences, they cannot help but feel the intense pull between each other, and start to get in a relationship. Unfortunately for both of them, neither of them is carrying a lighter baggage and they have to open up to each other in order to solve their issues. For Edward, Bella is an even bigger enigma than himself, and he struggles to make the decisions for her because in the end, she has to be the one to decide on what is good for her. Has her mother ruined her so much that she cannot see the difference between her true love and her love for alcohol? Will Edward be able to bring her out of her ruins before it is too late, or will he fall in the dark tunnel with her?

Cadillac is a beautiful story that will capture your hearts immediately. I will not lie, this story does contain some heavy angst and is very realistic in portraying our main characters' situations. But the love between Dimples and Cadillac is so wonderful, that it will keep you going. I loved Edward in the story, especially because he was the slightly mature one between the two, and you can feel the love he has for Bella in every touch, every word, and in his every look. He is there with her through everything, and stands by her in her toughest of times. The HEA in the end of this fanfiction will be toe-curlingly sweet, and I strongly suggest that you give this story a try! It's definitely a MUST READ :)

Cadillac consists of 40 chapters and a total of 91,783 words. The story is rated MA for alcoholism addiction, language, and sexual content.

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Tour guide Edward Masen has had his fair share of experiences with the Oregon Trail - one of the most gruesome travel a person can possibly make. His past choices has led him to work as a full time tour giver under his boss, James, on the trail to those that are traveling in order to aid them with all the necessities essential for them to reach West successfully. When a certain eighteen year old Brunette happens to embark upon this very same trail with her family relatives, Edward cannot help but notice her beauty and quick wit. Unfortunately for him, he is too grief-stricken  by his past that he refuses to lay his eyes on another woman. But with our Bella being ever so persuasive in getting this handsome man's attention, will Edward finally give in and realize that Bella is his one true love? But the issue remains: the trail is not easy to surpass. Are the two lovers being foolish by expanding on their relationship on a trail that can possibly be fatal? Will their love survive in the end? 

Foolish Hearts is a mind-blowing story that really brings out the bond of true love between two people. We all know from historical knowledge that the Oregon Trail, was in fact an extremely dangerous path to travel upon when people had to go to the West. Not only does the story portray realism in the sense of the time period, but it also creates two very complicated characters that are somehow, meant for each other. Bella is much younger than Edward, but her sense of wit may lead you to think otherwise; she had lived without her parents for quite a bit of time and knowing that her father had crossed this very same trail and made it to the other side was enough to keep her spirits up. Edward, on the other hand, is more or less the opposite of Bella in terms of his spirits. He still cannot get over his past and its course of events, but with Bella's presence, he seems to be recovering mentally and finally putting his foot down on things. The love between the two of them is really strong and one that will make want to read this fanfiction over and over again! So don't miss out on this fabulous story and leave LyricalKris some love!

Foolish Hearts consists of 28 chapters and a total of 99,249 words. The story is rated M for some language, and sexual activities.

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

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

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

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Edward Cullen is the son of a serial killer - Edward Masen. As a young child, he witnessed things that no boy should ever experience. He was taken in by his aunt and uncle - Esme and Carlisle Cullen - and was raised with them. Now, about twenty or so years later, he lived his life in absolute control away from his family. Every hour was designated for something specific, and tardiness just won't do. No surprises, no shocks, and definitely no change for Edward Cullen in the life that he is supposedly 'living'. But one day, a brown-eyed woman knocks on his door - unexpectedly, something which Edward didn't appreciate since it was disturbing his routine - and asks him of his identity. And suddenly his whole world seems to have shaken to the core. Who was this beautiful lady and what could she possibly want to do with him? When he finally decides to give her a chance to explain herself, will he be able to meet eyes with her when he realizes that she is part of the past he is so desperately trying to run from? Will her whimsical nature connect with that shy one of Edward's and will she be able to make him realize that he is not a monster he thinks he is or has bad blood running in his veins?

I don't think I can emphasize how much I adored this fanfiction. I am a huge fan of angst, as you all know by now, and this story had me hooked from the very first chapter. The entire story is written in Edward's perspective so we, as readers, can see exactly what is going through his head for him to live such a constricted lifestyle. When Bella and Edward meet, it is obvious to both of them that they are polar opposites from each other despite being two roots of the same problem. While Edward deals with his past in a controlled manner, Bella chooses to move on and build something better of her life. This fanfiction will tug at your heart-strings for the things that both of them have gone through, especially Edward. But it's an amazing feeling when we see Bella really smoothing Edward out around his edges and making him realize that he is and will never be even close to what his biological father ever was. The story is fairly short, and you should be able to finish it in a couple of days so please do not hesitate to delve right into it! In fact, stop waiting around and jump at it at this moment - it is a MUST read!

Bad Blood consists of 20 chapters and a total of 57,319 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual activities.

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Bella Swan had a traumatic experience a few years ago, and now she is afraid of being around strangers - men specifically. So when she goes to her usual spot at the park bench one day, she doesn't expect for a green-eyed man sitting there and feeding breadcrumbs to the neighboring ducks - something that she did during her lunch breaks. Bella is more than hesitant to sit on that same bench with him, and even considers turning around and going back to her office for work, but when the stranger looks at her and says, "Look, my name is Edward. I am twenty-four years old. I'm a musician, and I promise I am the most polite man you'll ever meet because my mother would beat me otherwise.", she's sold. She decides to trust the man for once in her life. In fact, she is more than surprised that Edward seems to understand her really well, and is more than patient for her to feel comfortable. So it becomes a routine of sorts for both of them everyday - they come to bench near lunchtime and feed the ducks together... Will Edward be able to break all of her wall down completely? Will Bella let him in and see that he is nothing but a caring man who loves her?

A Little Bit Stronger has to be one of my favorite one-shots I have ever read! This beautiful piece of fiction will have you hooked from the very first sentence. When I finished the story the very same day in a couple of minutes, I was actually surprised to find myself completely in love with it. SydneyAlice manages to incorporate a fabulous plot as well as a mix of romance, hurt/comfort, and humor all into just about 5000 words! Edward is a kind young man who is recently new to the area, and he is able to comprehend the situation Bella is in. He is nothing but supportive in the matter, and his love for Bella is completely pure. His patience pays off when he is able to convince Bella that he would never hurt her, and Bella knows that Edward is the one for her. A sweet love story that will tug at your hearts! Don't forget to take an hour off for this story everyone, or you will regret missing out on it! 

A Little Bit Stronger is a one-shot and consists of 5,533 words. The story is rated M for content, language, and a few sexual activities.

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Bella thinks she finally has it all together after a life altering accident, but when she meets Edward, a once successful artist who has lost his inspiration, everything she thought she knew changes. 

During an unfortunate skiing accident, Bella lost one of her legs from the knee down and is now forever stuck with a prosthetic leg. Her dreams seems to be crushed and she finds herself to be a hopeless match for any/all men out there. But despite the circumstances, she is a confident brunette that does not use her leg as an excuse to not accomplish anything. When her brother Emmett sets her up with yet another blind date, she is fully sure of getting home alone - as usual. Though true, what she didn't expect that night was to dream about her mystery date, Edward. With his piercing green eyes and sexy crooked smile, she almost melted at the spot. Unable to have any further conversation, she had left her "date" after ten minutes of talking, adamant that a broken girl like her was not meant for a perfect man like him. But she didn't know that he was hiding some of his own demons...

After witnessing that his soon-to-be fiancé is banging another dude in his bed, Edward went haywire. He was quick to end their relationship and wanted to move on with his life - that is, if he could. With more than enough drama going on in his life, his career came to a temporary halt. As a famous painter, Edward had earned millions from the paintings he sold. But now, it seemed as though he wasn't having an inspiration to create new ones. He starts losing control and having a string of one night stands. So when he meets Bella through his friend Emmett on a blind date at a bar, he doesn't expect to feel so intrigued about the brown-eyed beauty; her deep brown eyes captivates him and he wants to know the story behind the sadness. And instantly, inspiration hits... But are her walls that easy to break? Are his?

Nineteen Canvasses is a beautiful story that portrays how love can really change a couple's life. In this case, our Edward and Bella saved each other through their love. They both have skeletons in their closets, Bella's are a lot more physical than Edward's emotional ones, but nonetheless they are there. And Cars1 manages to make these two characters connect. From the very first moment they lay eyes on each other, they feel something deep within them and instantly, the readers know that they are good for each other. But with so many invisible walls around them, will they be able to see that just as clearly as we do? It takes a while, but let me tell you that you won't be disappointed with the way the story is going. Every chapter has a slight turn that will keep you hanging to this roller coaster - and you will find out exactly why the title of this story is 'Nineteen Canvasses'. So don't wait too long to delve into this ride!

Nineteen Canvasses consists of 33 chapters and a total of 156,753 words. The story is rated M for language and lemons.

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Edward Cullen is a broken man. His life is full of conjured up lies in his mind and double standards - none of which he thinks he can match up to. He claims that he hates the idea of smoking and drinking - in fact, he has seen how that has affected his father first-hand - and yet he continues both every single day. He is determined to quit those bad habits the next day, or the next, or the next... but the cycle continues. There is only one light in his entire universe: his wife, Bella. They had been high school sweethearts and she had held his hand even back then, when he was already starting to tumble down a bad road. To him, she was always too good to be true, with the extreme wealth that she came from and the sparkly golden Mercedes she drove, there was absolutely nothing she should see in him that was even close to attractive. But she does, and by some miracle, their love for each other leads to marriage. He thinks that she is believing all of his lies - but maybe she has just... stopped. When his addiction to drugs get uncontrollable, will Bella be able to stand by his side or will it take her lack of presence for him to finally see what he is doing to his own life? 

Honest Liar is not told in a typical linear timeline, but the odd timed chapters only make it more fascinating to read. Each chapter is like a puzzle of Edward's story, just like Edward's life really is. It's ironic how Edward's life is just as jumbled up as the chapters are, and when everything finally fits perfectly in the end, so does his life. A chapeau to aWhiteBlankPage for such creative writing! Edward is truly a troubled man - and he has his reasons from what he has seen in his parents - and all he needs is a helping hand. Bella's hand. Your heart will break for him, because he literally does the opposite of what his mind tells him to do, and that is very well portrayed in aWhiteBlankPage's writing. He resembles and lives a realistic life of an addict, one that is determined to quit, but won't until it's too late. The entire story is written from Edward's perspective, and immediately you will realize that this man is, in one simple word, broken and in need of love. Bella does everything she can to reign him back in, but there are things in life that you have to stop on your own and it takes Edward quite a while to do just that. Yes, it is a difficult read, but definitely not an impossible one if you have the patience. It raises a deep message, and I really do salute the author for putting down and writing a story that is so close to her own heart. Don't hesitate to give this story a try because it has a wonderful plot, beautiful characters, a lot of emotions, and a HEA. It's much underrated!

Honest Liar consists of 29 chapters and a total of 86,792 words. The story is rated MA for language, use of drugs, angst, and sexual content.

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Bella has no idea how she ended up in this perfectly tidy house that oozed out richness and wealth. One moment she was going through her life normally and the next, she was being beaten up to unconsciousness. She can't help but realize that her kidnapping has something to do with her father's occupation. Born and brought up with luxuries, she had never questioned Charlie's ability to throw money at her in every way, but when rumors started spreading around like wildfire by the time she was in high school, she knew she had to escape from him; she wanted to play no part in accepting his life as a mob-boss of Chicago. So she fled away to college and changed her name from Miss Isabella Marie Francon to Miss Isabella Marie Swan. It had been a few years of no contact between daughter and father, and now that she had been kidnapped, she couldn't help but feel as though Charlie was behind it. But when she gets out of the room she is in and meets a certain wild haired man with piercing green eyes who claims to be her father's enemy, she knows she is in deep trouble.

The spark between them is instant, but definitely uncomfortable at first. Bella is unable to meet his sharp gaze and his behaviors are starting to give her whiplash. He seems to be cruel for keeping her hostage in his house, and yet at the same time he offers her free reign to roam around his house and have meals with him during supper. When he suddenly approaches her one night to claim her as his, there is nothing she can do but allow him to have his way with her. What shocks her the most is that instead of being disgusted with the man for his actions, she feels desire. And somehow, she wants that connection with him over and over again just like him. She can't help but find the goodness in this dark man who seemed to only soften his eyes when he was staring into her own brown ones. What happened to Edward that caused him to play tortuously painful music in the wee hours of the night? And why is he filled with vengeance towards her father - what did Charlie do? Amidst all this violence and fear and suspense, combined with pasts filled with pain and sorrow, could their love make it?

Believe it or not, I just finished reading this story, and jumped to reviewing it as soon as I was done! If you are a huge fan of mafia-ward/mob-ward like I am, then this story will make it to your list of top ten. I absolutely adored this fanfiction and am so very grateful for that random email in MSB's inbox one morning that urged me to go read this story. LeeCullen89 has portrayed two beautiful characters and I found myself falling in love with her broken Edward. One thing I have to say to the audience is, please have patience with him. In the first few chapters, you may not agree with his actions, but have faith because our dear Edward has his reasons for everything. Yes, there is a chapter of rape between Edward and Bella, but I can't emphasize enough to you all : Don't let that stop you from reading the story! You have to understand that they both come from the dark world, and Edward has gone through some very f**ked up past that led him to where is now. And even while you are reading that particular chapter, you will feel that Bella is really not as apposed to it physically and she realizes that Edward never really hurt her, but his way of going about everything was incorrect. This story is about true love that strives to survive in the cruel mob world. Don't miss it guys, it's a MUST READ!!!

Lords of the Gangland consists of 20 chapters and a total of 65,018 words. The story is rated M for a rape scene, language, and sexual content.

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

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

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

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

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"Every day he passes and I let him, knowing that everything's wrong; wanting so much to fix it but scared to try. Sometimes doing nothing is the worst form of cowardice, and right now, he needs me to be brave." 

When everything he loved goes away in an instant, Bella has to build up the strength to go and comfort her best friend and neighbor, Edward Cullen. It was only a few nights ago when they were both playing the game Scrabble that they received the devastating news from the police that Edward's wife and daughter had been in a fatal car accident. Ever since then, it's been as though Edward has given up living his own life and the dark circles under his eyes combined with the fake smile plastered on his face every time Bella sees him is too unbearable to witness. Bella has always had more feelings towards Edward than she should have considering he was married when they first met. But her connection with his family, including his wife Tanya and four-year-old daughter Bri was instant. It was as if they all just fit perfectly into her life and soon enough, they were all best friends. But when the two people that mattered so much to Edward went away, she couldn't help but go and comfort him, even though he was still living under the pretense that they were alive. Over the course of the next few months, Edward decides to move into Bella's house because his held too many memories, and discovers that maybe... just maybe he is allowed to fall in love again, and that his world might just survive with this brown-haired woman by his side.

This story is about losing the ones you love, getting up to live your life, and falling in love again. I will admit, it is definitely an angst-y read, but trust me when I say that you should miss out on this story at all. KiyaRaven has managed to bring tears into my eyes - and we all know how picky of a reader I am - in this fabulous one-shot which more than deserves the award she received for this story for the Anonymous Angst Contest. The pain that Edward goes through is truly heart breaking, and completely realistic for the things he has gone through. But Bella is the ultimate source of light that brings him back him and allows him to see that life goes on no matter what, and love can always be found again. It's great when he finally sees what Bella has been trying to say all along, and the HEA at the end of the story will make you sigh in happiness for our favorite couple. Don't hesitate to read this story just because it starts out with Edward being married or that it is an angst-filled story, because trust me when I say that this one-shot will be well worth the read. So go grab a box of tissues, and sit down on a comfy chair to read and finish this fabulous fanfiction which will have you occupied for the day. A quick, yet mind-blowing read that will steal your heart away! 

Phoenix is a one-shot and consists of 12,201 words. The story is rated M for language, angst, and sexual content.

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After a terrible road accident, Bella's self esteem went down drastically; if she thought she was even remotely ordinary before, now she believed herself to be completely oblivious to every man around her. The accident left ugly scars on her leg, and she was very self-conscious about the fact that she will always have a metal rod inside of her leg to put all the bones together, leaving her with the slightest of limps forever. But when her long time crush - the bass player and singer from the band Midnight Sun - Edward Cullen approaches her on the night of her birthday, claiming that he is also fond of her, the two hit it off immediately and realize that they are made for each other. Is it just that simple for the two of them or are there secrets that remain closed? Will Bella gain back her confidence with the help of hot and sweet music-ward?

Initially written as a one-shot for the Twific Happily Ever After Contest, kitchmill has expanded Bass Instinct to be an amazing multi-chaptered story! I absolutely fell in love with the characters in this fanfiction, especially Bella and Edward, who are much more similar that they think. They both have shy personalities, so when Edward guts up and reaches out to Bella, it is a complete shock for him. The chemistry between them is mind-blowing and even though they have only met for a few hours, they manage to understand each other to an extremely high level. A hot bass player as well as a singer combined with a shy, compassionate partner is everything you can ask for in a perfect Edward and kitchmill really makes him come alive! This story is definitely underrated for it's fabulous plot, which incorporates a little bit of angst, lots of love - yes, there are lemons! - and some comfort that makes it whole. Do give it a try - it won't disappoint you!

Bass Instinct consists of 28 chapters and a total of 67,135 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual content.

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Ever since his brother Alex and his wife had a baby, Edward has been noticing Bella start to act differently. They were together since college, and with a ring safely secured in the back of his pocket, Edward was ready to make their dreams come true. But her lack of response regarding anything these past couple of days was making it hard for Edward to pop the question. Far from actually, because Bella was acting - to put it bluntly - like a self-righteous bitch who kept pushing him away over and over again. There was no doubt to Edward that something was majorly wrong with Bella but no matter how much he pushed, she would distract him and avoided conversation. Her cold nature was burning Edward in the most cruelest of ways. Bella, on the other hand is also burning away internally for the one thing that she couldn't give Edward, the one thing that defines him. She labels herself as a "fraud" and even "incapable", making herself seem to be such a horrible person - one that does not deserve the love of Edward. So she does something that no one should ever do: she leaves. The heartbreak from both is a little too much to bear and they both go a quest to find out what the reality is. What was the reason behind Bella closing herself off? Will Bella finally open her eyes wide enough to see that she needs Edward just as much as he needs her before it is too late?

I have read many of Livie79's stories and, from personal preference as well as experience, am very familiar of the angst she uses in most of her writing. That being said, this is a heavy piece of angst that will tug your heart and form tears in your eyes. The story is a HEA but throughout the eleven chapters of the story, there is some serious subject matter going on; this one is not for you if you aren't a fan of angst. Despite the deep angst, the story was a quick, and amazing read. The characters are very well developed and with the alternating point of views, the reader will be able to catch on with both sides of the story. I will admit, there were times I wanted to punch Bella in the face and go hug Edward to make it all better, but Livie has incorporated realism very well into the story. You have to understand that though you might favor Edward, Bella is going through some very serious matter and as his lover, her mind is bound to think about what is best for him under the given circumstances. But I think it is all worth it in the end when the two talk things out - finally - and are able to understand each other. Ultimately, it's their undying love for one another that brings them back together. Definitely give this a read with a tissue box in hand (you could always read a fluffy story after this one ;-) ) but don't hesitate on this one!

Watch Me Burn consists of 11 chapters and a total of 56,617 words. The story is rated MA for foul language, heavy angst and serious subject matter.

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When her long-term boyfriend Jacob leaves her without any phone-calls or texts to build his career in music, Bella is left alone in their apartment. And though she thinks that what they had between each other was love, she knows that she was merely a fling and that Jake never took their relationship seriously. Heartbroken and confused, she is forced to drag herself out of her depressive shell by her best friend Alice, who has got herself an audition in LA and wants Bella to come along with her for a week to take a break. As Bella talks about her plans for LA on the phone while ending her shift at the bar she works at, she notices someone eyeing her from the corner of her eye. Just when her conversation with Alice ends, she is shocked when he approaches her and begans flirting with her with extremely cheesy pick-up lines. Although Bella is far from noticing another guy for a relationship, she can't help but notice how heart-droppingly beautiful the man looked - with his piercing green eyes, shocking bronze hair and that smile... 

It is even more of a shock when he admits that he had overheard her conversation with Alice and that coincidentally enough, he too was on his way to LA the very next day. He claims that fate had brought the two together and Bella, even though she knows he isn't lying, can't help but nickname him Stalker for his tendencies to end up wherever she is. Before she knows it, she is on the plane sandwiched between Alice and Stalker (another huge coincidence!) on her way to LA, determined to forget her sad life for the next few days. And forget she does - Edward and Bella get super close to each other and go out on several dates, getting to know one another. She finds out that he too has overgone a heart-break and that he has a four year old daughter, Bree, with a mild case of autism. And he manages to unveil the broken side of Bella, pissed at Jacob for leaving a beauty such as her. Even after their week in LA is up, the two continue to meet back home, shocked that they actually live near each other. But what happens when Jacob suddenly returns? Will Bella be able to tell him that she has moved on or will Jacob find another way to lure her back? Furthermore, will the consequences of one fateful night change her plans for her future?

Two Makes Three is definitely a MUST read story that should be read by many! TailoredDreams has created a fantastic, yet realistic plot-line that will have you hooked from the very first chapter. Edward's sweet and patient nature combined with his hot looks can cause anyone to melt on the spot ;-). You will find every possible emotion pulled out of you in this fic and the best part is that you never want the story to come to an end - although it is a very warming to see our favorite couple get their HEA. Bree, who is Edward's daughter when we start the story, is a complete sweetheart that you can't help but fall in love with and her connection with Bella and Edward only make all three of them seem even more perfect. I don't think I can emphasize enough how much I really loved this story so go click on the link below and get started! It's the perfect mix that will last you for a few days; so be sure to take the opportunity!

Two Makes Three consists of 44 chapters and a total of 397,853 words. The story is rated M for language and sexual activities. Don't forget to follow up on it's sequel Two Makes Five which is a WIP!

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After going through a severe heart-break, Bella decides to move out permanently to a little, dilapidated house in the middle of nowhere in a small town named Forks. The seclusion from the outside world is exactly what she needs right about now, not wanting to deal with anyone. Call her crazy, but she was content with the early down payment she gave Alice—the overly zealous landlord—even though the house was in major need of several repairs. But Alice seems to have figured it all out for her, presenting her husband Jasper and brother Edward to come in the following day to fix everything up over the course of the week. While Jasper is a nice and comforting fellow to meet, Edward is just the opposite. With a thick beard upon him and the wildest of bronze hair upon his head, he smelled all soap and sawdust from a slab of freshly cut lumber. All manly and sickly hot despite his mysterious, brooding self. His inability to be friendly around anyone shocks Bella, discovering that he too has gone through something terrible in his past. 

Despite their inner conflicts, the two can't help but connect eyes every time they are near each other. It's like there is an invisible magnetic pull that cannot keep them apart. The intense energy is something neither of them can ignore, and before they realize it, something very sensual begins between the two. The raw passion is there, the spark is there, and the sex is much more than just mind-blowing. But why won't he show any emotions towards her? Why would he turn away every time she went up on her toes to kiss him or even caress his face? What happened to this handsome, yet broken man that she just can't seem to grasp?Drowned by their pasts, both Bella and Edward definitely know how to comfort each other physically, but will they—especially Edward—be able to realize that deep inside their heart, love is blooming?

Bear Creek Road is one of my favorite fics out there and I think it deserves a read by everyone who loves a classic Twilight tale. What I absolutely loved about this story is that both our main characters are more than rough-edged because of their life experiences, but they still come together and create such an amazing chemistry. Jonesn's writing style was full-proof of any grammatical mistakes and the creative flow made the story all the more sensuous. Grab on to your undies, dear readers because this one has some seriously hawt lemons that will leave you perspiring—no kidding! Your heart will love and cry in this fanfiction and when the two finally find their HEA at the end of the story, you will find yourself wanting to go back and re-read the entire thing all over again. I would definitely list this as a MUST read, so go get yourself some sexy beard-ward!

Bear Creek Road consists of 22 chapters and a total of 81,312 words. The story is rated M for language, and hot lemons.

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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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