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Tuesday, August 5, 2014

"Plight Thee My Troth" by gingerandgreen 0

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England, 1795. Lord Edward Masen and Miss Isabella Swan are getting ready to exchange their marriage vows with each other, excited to be finally bound to their other halves. The first chapter of the story covers their martial ritual and the chapters that follow go back in time so the readers get a glimpse with regards to their first meeting and how the wedding came about in the first place. When he firsts sets out from his castle at Seat to Forbrigg in order to meet up with his cousin Emanuel, he does not expect to find a brunette lady that he will come to fall in love with. Their initial meetings are very pleasant and they both find each others company extremely valuable. It isn't long before they decide to tie the knot with Bella's father, Charlie's blessings. But Edward can't but notice that there is something he is missing with the way Charlie is behaving, as if he has an underlying purpose behind everything that he is doing. The story then comes back to present time continues on with the newly married couple's lives. Will the forces outside their bubble allow the two of them to fulfill their vows? What does Charlie want? Will they be able to continue their love story with peace?

Plight Thee My Troth  is an amazing historical story that will capture your heart instantly. Royalward is something we all fangirl over, let's admit it, and this Edward will fulfill that fantasy! He is the epitome of patient and his soft, velvet voice is so sexy that it will bring you to your knees. The chemistry between our two lovebirds is palpable, and gingerandgreen creates a very realistic plot around them, especially in the given time period. What I absolutely love about this fic is that the love between Edward and Bella is what, ultimately, allows the two of them to fight through the hurdles they are faced with. You may come to dislike a few characters in the story, especially Jacob and Charlie, but as the story progresses you come to realize the reason behind each of them. This story is pretty well-known out there in the fandom, but definitely not enough! There is a good mix of fluff, romance, and drama, which makes the story whole.So go and give this fic a read, I promise it won't disappoint!

Plight Thee My Troth consists of 29 chapters and a total of 160,023 words. The story is rated M for some language and sexual content.


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Monday, April 14, 2014

"Sovereign Fate" by A Cullen Wannabe 0

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In a time of hierarchy and royals, politically arranged marriages were a daily occurence and marriages - or even relationships - with commoners were more than frowned upon. Princess Isabella of Spain finds herself in a vey celicate situation when she loses her heart to Tony - a young handsome man whom while traveling Italy - yet has been promised to Prince Edward of England. Their marriage was arranged in exchange for England's loyalty to and cooperation with Spain during times of war. And though the Spanich princess has absolutely no desire to be a bargaining chip to her father, she cannot seem to find a way out. She has heard about the horrible rumors regarding Prince Edward's womanizing ways and that, in combination with her love for another man, makes her fight the arranged marriage in every way possible...

For years, Prince Edward of England has set his heart on marrying the young lady he had met in Italy so long ago. He has been seducing women left and right as a form of rebellion; something that now stands in the way of his personal happily-ever-after. Because in opposite to the lovely Bella, the women who throw themselves at his feet have the social status necessary to become the future queen of England. Bella, he believes, is a commoner and therefore out of his reach. However, no one could have prepared him for the moment when he meets his bride, Princess Isabella, for the first time on their wedding day. Standing before him is no other but the charming Bella, who stole his heart in Italy. After the wedding, Edward and Isabella go on their honeymoon but have to return early when France is about to start a war against their countries. Most of the Court welcomes their new queen, with the exception of Edward's former mistresses. All of them are more than willing to cause Isabella lots of trouble...

Sovereign Fate is an underrated gem. Set in 17th-century-Europe, we're transported to a time where love didn't conquer all and women were used as pieces instead of as human beings with feelings. This is one story nobody should miss out on as it's beautifully written and depicts the time period in a very realist manner. The journey of Edward and Isabella's growing and ever changing relationship is intriguing and captivating. I was able to read through this story within a day and loved every moment of it. I was hooked and so upset when I realized it was over! This story is written in third person point of view but alternates between Edward and Isabella.

Sovereign Fate consists of 30 chapters and 98,936 words. Rated M for sexual content, cat fights, and mild language.

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Friday, April 11, 2014

"All I Have To Give" by LyricalKris 0

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"For a princess, virtue is a prize to be given away to the highest bidder. This is a problem when you're in love with a man who cannot possibly win."

Bella is a princess betrothed to Prince James, a man who can be charming and gentle, but who can also be cruel and violent. She has no other choice but to marry him - even though her heart belongs to the young servant boy Edward, who was abandoned by his parents when he was a child. They grew up together and their friendship soon turned into love. Their deep feelings for each other are the only thing keeping them from falling to pieces after the announcement of Bella's engagement. Bella only wishes for Edward, her true and only love, and wants him to be her first. To feel loved by him and only him before anyone else. Taking the council of her hand maiden Alice, she discovers a way to lay with Edward and keep her womanhood for her future husband. Love is very powerful, but when birthright and titles hold power above everything else, it is difficult to find your happy ending. But things aren't always as they seem and secrets long kept might become the key for Edward and Bella to have it all.

This story was an entry for the Let#s Do Anal Contest and we gotta admit, it was a pretty clever premise! It made us wonder if, maybe, back then, there were more who found themselves in Bella and Edward's position and would do the same to be with the one they love before they were given away to another. Poor Bella has it rough, she has duties but no powers. She might be a princess, but as power is only held by men, she has little say. Thanks to her Uncle Aro, a man whose greed for power orchestrated a lot of atrocities throughout the years, she has no choice but to wed the future king of Nomadia. It's an angsty and tragic tale, especially when James singles out Edward to torture and demean, but both Edward and Bella hold strong, knowing the payoff will be worth it. We are not gonna lie, this was a tough read for us - we don't like it when Edward gets hurt but like every story by the talented LyricalKris, we weren't disappointed as things end up on a happy note. Go check out this great short story that is written from a third-person's perspective and don't forget to leave a review. You won't regret it!

All I Have To Give consists of 15 chapters and 54,333 words. The story is rated M for violence and sexual activities.



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Thursday, March 6, 2014

"Restoration" by Elise de Sallier 0

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A close call, a chance encounter, and an act of kindness are all it take to forever change the course of a kingdom. When resourceful Bella Swan rescues and takes care of a wounded Edward, their lives take a turn neither could have expected. Nights in a cold cabin and nothing but time make them fall for each other, despite their completely different lives. Promises are made and hesitant kisses are shared. Though deep down, both of them know that their lives are heading in directions that simply cannot intersect, they aren’t willing to accept that their story will end here. When Edward’s men find him and bring him back to his castle and his fiancée, will he be able to keep his promise? Will he even remember the brunette beauty that saved his life? 

For Edward, life before Bella held no color. There was duty and there was the kingdom. He was the perfect son - the son who did what he had to do for the sake of his country. He would marry the beautiful though stoic Rosalie and rule his kingdom as had been planned since the day he was born. When he meets Bella, however, things change and he feels attraction and tenderness. Time with her is like a breath of fresh air. He admires her and her independence. He knows that their experience is short-lived but can’t imagine never seeing that intriguing woman again. Bella just hopes he will follow through on his promise. Will the expressive brown eyes that he can’t forget be his downfall?

Elise de Sallier, previously known as twiloversue, comes out with another wonderful regency tale in her new story Restoration. Inspired by Cinderella and the movie Ever After, Restoration explores the life of an impoverished but wonderfully strong and independent Bella. There are so many times in Twilight fanfiction that I wish Bella would be more assertive and take care of herself. There’s no shortage of that in here. Bella is completely willing to go after what she wants alone if no one wishes to help her. That’s probably what first endeared me to this story. Edward respects this completely, which also appealed to me. The two of them together just work. Elise de Sallier does a great job weaving together the lives of these two characters. Fresh from publishing her own story, it’s clear that Elise de Sallier definitely knows what she’s doing. Even though there are only 11 chapters so far, this story is definitely one to look out for and add to your alerts!

Restoration consists of 22 chapters and 85,900 words. This story is rated M for slightly coarse language and sexual activities.

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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

"Reign" by RuthlesslyYours 4

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A new King takes the throne in the shadow of his ruthless predecessor. The frustration of the people is the frustration of the king. Upon the advice of his council, Edward makes a trip to Devonshire, a part of the kingdom where the people are highly impoverished and opinionated. Upon arriving, the first thing the King sees is Isabella Swan, the daughter of the duke, riding barefoot on her horse. He soon realizes that the wild, young, and soon-to-be-betrothed Isabella is every bit as headstrong and stubborn as the rest of her people, yet still she stirs feelings within him that he never thought possible. The worst part though is that she doesn’t even try. Not used to having to work for a lady’s affections, he finds himself learning and experiencing new things just to please her. Will his wooing make her see how truly enamored he is with her? Is the King even supposed to woo? 

Isabella Swan doesn’t want to admit just how much the King gets to her. She knows that the handsome man has already wormed his way into her heart but unlike other women, the thought of becoming Queen frightens her to no end. She can think of no greater prison than having to conform to court’s beliefs of what is right and wrong. She’s perfectly content caring for the poor, yet no less valuable people of Devonshire. But Edward knows just how to get under her skin. His sweet words and careful seduction win her heart before she knows it. He knows of her to-be-fiancé and her obligations back home, but he can’t bring himself to part with this brazen, disarming woman. He may have been the King of the country, but she was the Queen of his heart. Will he have to defy his Queen?

I have to be honest, this story is not without its flaws. There are several grammatical and spelling issues that can easily distract you from the plot. However, this is work that could be overseen by a beta and the storyline itself, as well as the characters, are very well-developed. It’s a pleasure to read their interactions and both of the characters are really endearing. I think it would be a mistake to write off this story simply because of minor errors. Though it’s only eleven chapters in, it’s proving to be a very promising read and RuthlesslyYours is doing a fantastic job by and large. Don’t miss out on watching this story grow!

So far, the story consists of 16 chapters and a total of  63,866 words. The story is rated M for (future) lemons.

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Wednesday, November 6, 2013

"A Tale" by totteacher 0

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Bella Swan grew up in a world where men treated women rashly; using them for their own pleasure and throwing them away later like a piece of trash. As she had to witness her mother going through exactly that kind of abuse daily, she naturally felt hatred towards Baron Sir James Welshford, who not only ill-reputed many women from his kingdom, but also had his father killed just to have her mother all to himself. Now, as an orphan of eighteen years, Bella works as a servant in the Welshford household: desperately trying to hide herself in dirt and a slouching gait in order to prevent men from getting too attracted to her.  She definitely didn't want the same fate as her mother. Her life is completely changed, however, when Lady Alice and her two brothers arrive at Welshford for a visit. Bella is assigned, rather unexpectedly, as Alice's personal servant, who is supposed follow and take care of every one of her commands and needs. Fortunately, dear Alice is a sweetheart and treats Bella more than nicely, especially when she finds out about her servant's personal history and learns that she wasn't actually born into slavery! She formulates a plan in her head: after making Bella "disappear" she tells everyone that her husband Jasper's sister is missing. She then orders Edward, her brother, to go find her...

Well, as superb as Alice's plan turns out to be, Edward is completely unaware of Bella's past and mistakes her for a royal Lady, falling in love with her immediately. It isn't long before he proposes to her and Bella readily accepts. All she sees is a bright future with this kind, gentle, and handsome young man, who completely managed to sweep her off her feet. But soon, she is overcome with guilt and eventually reveals the truth about herself to him. Surprisingly enough, Edward takes it pretty well and couldn't care less about who she was before they met. He loves her unconditionally and intends make her a true Lady by marrying her. Unfortunately, despite their beautiful wedding, Sir James still seems to have an evil eye out for Bella when he realizes that she is Renee's daughter; the same Renee, whom he ravished without control, eventually killing her. Now he has to have Bella too, but will Edward let that happen?

totteacher does an explicit job in writing such an amazing, and realistic, story. Though we don't know exactly when this story is set, one can deduce that it takes place some time in the 1800s. Her wonderful use of diction creates really a good imagery for readers as they feel like they are right into the story. The best part about this fanfiction is the intricate characters the author has built. The way Edward stands by Bella through everything makes your heart melt! It is also really great reading about how Bella overcomes her fears and grows as a person, discovering that not all men are cruel and treat women badly. Though she seems slightly naive in the beginning, we have to remember what Bella has gone through and witnessed in the past - it is not surprising that she has a rather dense idea about true love. That said, the moment she finally realizes her deep love for Edward is absolutely heart-warming! Yes, men like him really do exist! Don't worry, it is a HEA and I bet you will thoroughly enjoy yourself as you read about James' punishment! A story that one should definitely NOT miss!

A Tale consists of 30 chapters and 67,237 words. The story is rated M for mention of abuse and sexual activities.

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For fans of: Labour of Devotion

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

"Unexpected Circumstances" by Savage7289 1

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Bella Swan had always lived the life of a handmaid to Princess Jessica, daughter of King Aro. Being the haughty princess that she is, Jessica always dreamed of marrying a rich man to secure her future of being a Queen in the future. Unlike Bella, Jessica didn't know a single chore involved in taking care of someone or what went around in household chores. So when Sir Edward from a neighboring kingdom wins a chance to have anything he wishes from King Aro, he opts to choose Bella as his wife, much to Aro's and Jessica's utter disbelief and fury. King Aro had hoped that Edward would ask his daughter for his hand instead, never expecting otherwise. Our dear Bella has similar feelings coursing through her as Edward rides her off on his horse away from the castle where she served as a maid her whole life. Why would a potential future King choose someone like her as a bride? There she was doing her daily household duties and serving others superior to her, and now she suddenly finds herself, the plain Jane, in the middle of a lavish lifestyle with a husband so much more intelligent and out-of-the-mind hot as ever ready to deal with the harsh realities of politics and hierarchies. 

" Take yourself back the days of knights in shining armor and battles between neighboring kingdoms," as Savage puts it.

Knights in shining armor for sure - a handsome one at that. Though completely unexpected, as the title states, Edward explains to Bella quite charmingly that he wouldn't want his wife to be as lazy and impure such as Princess Jessica, but in fact a diligent, beautiful, and a dutiful wife like Bella. And before she could blink her eye, she found herself accepting Edward's hand in marriage and being welcomed by his lovely, rich family. The attraction between the two starts out slow (at least from Bella's end) but it is definitely always buzzing, and it doesn't take long when Edward and Bella are thoroughly in love, convinced that their partner was the perfect choice for them. Bella grew as a woman in more ways than one, not just with Edward on their daily consummation nights (very lovely and smoking by the way), but also with her witty responses as she helped Edward with his daily phases as a Prince and future King. But a higher position in life requires a secure establishment in having heirs to continue the legacy of the kingdom. Unfortunately though, Bella seems to be having problems conceiving, or so the couple thinks. The danger from the past still lurks around and someone does not want Edward and Bella to lead a comfortable and loving life, throwing hurdles in every step of their progressing life. Will the culprit(s) get caught and get the punishment they deserve?

Savage7289 is a wonderful author and definitely in my top five list. This fan-fiction will blow your mind away with it's amazing plot - so much so that you won't be able to come up with good enough vocabulary to describe the experience! The story keeps you up from the second you start it to the very last syllable, twisting and turning when you least expect it. Every character will form their own personal identity in your mind; some whom you will come to adore in the fic, while others you'll feel like stabbing their backs (honestly). This story has everything that you want to look for in a perfectly written piece of literature. If I had the option, I would frame this piece of art and put it in the museum for people to read and appreciate. Though very popular in the twilight fandom, I am often shocked to hear that some people have not read this story before, so I hope my rec was convincing enough! I promise it will more than satisfy all aspects of a wonderful story for everyone. Though a historical fic, the author excellently portrays a realistic plot that will never cease to amaze you. You will laugh, cry, love, and hate each notch and corner savage has created. I can't emphasize the beauty of this story even if I had a whole book worth of space! A MUST read!!!

Unexpected Circumstances consists of 39 chapters and 245, 857 words. The story is rated M for sexual content, language, and adult situations.

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Thursday, August 29, 2013

"The Second Son of a Duke" by For3ver Immortal 0

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Bella Swan thinks she is heavenly in love with Lord Jacob Black, the son of a baron. Even though she is the daughter of a viscont and would thus marry below her station if she was willing to accept his proposal, the 19-year-old woman couldn't care less. For her, Lord Black is everything she ever hoped for in a man and she couldn't wait to become his wife. It is the night of Lady Lovejoy's soiree when Bella decides that it was time to finally give her lover everything a woman has to give. She hastily scribbles down a note and sends a butler to bring it to Lord Black. Just moments later the same butler gets another note, this time written by Lady Alice Cullen, who requests that it be delivered to her brother Edward. And even though the poor servant tries to remember which note belongs to whom, a run-in with a waiter makes him mix up the two. And so it happens that not Lord Black but Lord Edward Cullen, second son of Duke Carlisle Cullen and well-known womanizer enters Bella's chamber that night. In the dark, no one sees the other, but the intense pull they feel along with a passion and caress they have never encountered before make Bella believe she is giving herself to Jacob and Edward that he is in the arms of another one of his courtesans...

Of course, when they wake up the next morning, chaos ensues. Edward is shocked that he not only slept with a woman he doesn't know (even though she is the most beautiful and exquisite thing he'd ever seen) but that she also is not a common whore but rather the daughter of viscont Swan. And so he does what needs to be done in order to save the honor of both his and Bella's family: he agrees to marry her. For Bella that is the most horrible thing that could ever have happened to her. Instead of her beloved Jacob she is forced to become the wife of Edward, a man who, though strikingly handsome, was widely known for sleeping around. After the marriage Edward takes Bella home where she receives a less than friendly welcome. She hates her husband for everything he is and is unwilling to forget Jacob with whom she plans to run away. Yet over time, the young woman realizes that Edward is not the snobby and heartless man she thought he was but rather caring and sweet instead. They get closer and closer to each other until the moment when Bella knows she couldn't leave her husband for the world...

What a wonderful story! The Second Son of a Duke is written from a third-person's perspective and thus allows the reader to get inside the head of almost every important character in the story (even though Edward and Bella are given the most attention). Unlike in many other stories like this, it is not Edward who behaves irrationally and longs for the arms of another but Bella. One is inclined to feel bad for Edward as he really tries everything in his power to make her life as easy and comfortable as possible. It is heart-warming to see how the two get to know each other and how they deal with the arising feelings of love between them. I have to admit that I skipped the two or three scenes between Bella and Jacob but only because I don't like her kissing other men. ;-) Instead I indulged in the wonderful lemons the author included in her fanfic! Apart from one plot twist (involving pirates), For3ver Immortal managed to write a convincing and incredibly intoxicating story that you would be a fool to miss!

The Second Son of a Duke consists of 24 chapters and a total of 109,048 words. The story is rated MA for graphic lemons.

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Tuesday, August 13, 2013

"Royal Rebellions" by xNimCee (guest review by Julie) 0

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Charlie Swan is far from what you would call rich. Working as a cook in an Italian restaurant, he hardly manages to make enough money to make ends meet for himself and his 18-year old daughter Bella. So ever since her 15th birthday, Bella, who recently graduated from high school, has been working here and there to help pay the bills. Enter Carlisle Cullen, the King of the United States of America and unexpected guest at Charlie's restaurant. Amazed by the excellent food, Carlisle asks Charlie to quit his job and become a cook at Cullen Manor. Without hesitation, Charlie accepts and explains to his confused daughter how much their lives will now change for the better.

But Bella is far from being ecstatic. As she financially depends on her father, the young woman has no other choice but to leave her old life behind, follow her father's lead, and become a maid of the royal family. Especially the 22-year old Prince Edward is a thorn in her side as she deems him to be a spoiled and arrogant brat. Determined to ignore him, Bella starts her work but a meeting with Edward is soon unavoidable. To make matters worse, the new maid quickly realizes that the Prince is not who she thought he was. Instead of snotty and narcisstic Edward turns out to be smart and charming and Bella soon starts to fall in love with him. Too bad that Edward is engaged to Tanya, a.k.a. royal b**ch, who will do everything in her power to become the next Queen. But Bella is not willing to go down without a fight and decides to try everything necessary to win Edward's heart...

I absolutely loved this fanfiction, especially because of Royalward and Commonerella! If you expect the Cullens to be snobbish and rude you will be (pleasantly) surprised because they are far from it. In fact, the royal family is very down to earth and sweet and not even close to the cliché. Bella's clumsiness makes for some funny moments in this story and Tanya's intrigues give Royal Rebellions the needed drama. For me, however, Bella's rebellious character was the heart of the story. It was just perfect for the plot! If you also love a Bella who doesn't always do what is expected from her, I can only recommend this story!

Royal Rebellions consists of 35 chapters and 192,603 words. The story is rated M for the use of foul language and references to sexual activities.

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Sunday, August 11, 2013

"The King's Mistress" by 2carm2carm2 0

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A long time ago, men never took opinions from women as they do today - the final decision was always that of the man. In accordance with these conventions, this fanfiction starts with the males of the Swan family ordering Bella to persuade King Edward into taking her his mistress. The King desperately wants an heir, yet his Queen, Tanya, is barren and won't be able to fulfill his wish. So it only seems natural for him to get a mistress, right? And if Charles Swan has his way, that mistress would be his daughter Bella, if nothing else then because of the fact that the Swan family would be crowned as the royal family. Also, Bella's older sister Alice could also finally get married to Duke Jasper. Bella, however, is far less ecstatic than her family members. Being a mistress, no, that definitely was never part of her aspiration, but alas, she acquieces to the wish of her family and with the help of Alice starts charming the king.

And it doesn't take long for King Edward and Bella to develop feelings for each other. Suddenly, her father's harsh words don't sound too bad for Bella for she soon realizes that she's in love with the King. Unfortunately for the couple, they are unable to progress in their relationship and get married as Edward is still tied up with Tanya. Due to the Queen's father's political affairs with Edward's kingdom, he can't simply break things off with his wife. On the evening of a royal ball, a small misunderstanding makes the King so furious that Bella finds herself banished from the kingdom for a couple of months. During her time in exile she meets the Edward's mother, Esme, who tells her about her son and his childhood. Hearing what Esme has to say makes Bella fall even more in love with Edward. And then she is finally called back to the kingdom the young woman begins her journey home with the strong intention of becoming the new Queen...

I will admit, the story does have it's flaws, grammatically speaking, but it still is really easy to understand and overall, The King's Mistress is an amazing story not to be missed! The reader is clearly able to feel for King Edward as he desperately wants an heir for his kingdom and also craves, albeit subconsciously, to encounter true love. And then Bella turns up and proves to be his soul mate in more ways than just providing him with children. With her extraordinary wit, she's able to help him in political affairs and problems in the council. She's the epitome of beauty yet also has quick mind. It is great to see how Bella finds herself in over the course of the story and learns to speak up - especially considering the time period the story is set in. Finally, it is wonderful to see the other canon couples, Alice & Japser and Rosalie & Emmett (though the latter won't become obvious until the very end) going through a small story of their own. This royal fanfic should definitey be read!

The King's Mistress consists of 43 chapters and a total of 124,988 words. The story is rated M for description of sexual activities.

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Friday, July 19, 2013

"From the Cup of Duty" by LadyExcalibur2010 0

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Ever since his father passed away a few years ago, Edward is the king of his small country and responsible for thousands of people. With the help of his mother, Queen Esme, and his chief advisor Carlisle, the young man is able to manage the burden of being a monarch well, until now. Because at 28-years old Edward stumbles upon a problem he would rather like to overlook: he's in dire need of an heir. Needless to say, in order to have just that the current King needs to find a Queen first...

And not any Queen, no, she must come from a fruitful stock! Because for generations Edward's family, the Masens, have had utter difficulties in producing children, not to say sons. So Esme and Carlisle (who seem to get rather close) sent for dozens of young and attractive noble women, who could be to Edward's liking. Alas, they are either incredibly dull or couldn't be bothered to pick up a book. And this is where the Swans come in. Charles Swan, a baron on the northern borderland, and his wife Renee have three strong sons and one daughter. The fact that their ancestors have always produced many children makes both Carlisle and Esme hopeful that, should Edward marry the Swan's daugther, Isabella, it wouldn't be a long time coming until an heir arrived. So the lady in question and her family are invited to the court to attend a masquerade ball. It is there that the King and Isabella meet for the first time, ending in one more than smitten Edward (even though he doesn't like to admit it). The 16-year old is all he could have ever hoped for: strinkingly beautiful, immensely smart, polite, loving, and funny. Yet as he reveals his intentions to her, he does not expect to be rejected - he is the King after all! But Isabella doesn't want to be forced to marry, she wants her future husband to respect and love her. So now, King Edward has some serious wooing to do!

From the Cup of Duty is the perfect story if you need your regular dosis of history but don't feel up to reading hundreds of pages. The fanfic is relatively short, yet full of wit and sexual innuendoes. Because, let me make one thing clear: Edward is so horny! That means you're in for a very naughty story as From the Cup of Duty is, with the exception of one outtake, completely written from Edward's (lustful) POV. It is through him that the reader gets to know Charlie, Emmett, and Jasper, who are more than funny and maybe even a little crazy. A very good read!

From the Cup of Duty consists of 23 chapters and 75,939 words. The story is rated M for description of sexual activities.

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Thursday, June 13, 2013

"A Night with the Royal Staff" by MrsK81 0

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Shortly after graduation, Bella Swan is persuaded by her girlfriends to spend the next couple of months exploring and enjoying London. However, the moment they arrive in the rainy city, they realize that in order to have a roof over their heads and some food to eat, they need to work. Bella and her friend Jessica find a job in an haute cuisine restaurant that also happens to sometimes cater for the Royal Family. And so, one evening, Bella finds herself waiting on kings, queens, princes, and people worth more money than her father's house. And among the many guests, one man has taken a particular interest in her...

HRH Prince Edward hates his life. Bugged by his conservative parents and his even more conservative grandmother (aka Grand Bitch), the young man longs for nothing more than normalcy. Instead of being the future King of England, Edward would love to enjoy the night with his friends and marry out of love rather than convenience. As fed up as he is by the people of the high society, it is no wonder that the moment he meets Bella at a banquet, he is more than intrigued. The girl is smart, funny, never says or does what he would expect, and, most importantly, doesn't seem to give a damn that his a prince. Unable to stay away from her they spend a passionate night together at Bella's apartment (having the best sex of their lives, thank you very much) and promise to stay in touch. Until Bella's visa expires in six months, she and Edward agree to spend as much time together as possible. However, they also promise each other that no feelings would get involved. Yeah, right...

This fanfiction is funny, smartly written and well researched (everything having to do with the royalty sounds very realistic). Edward and Bella have wit and own a sizable amount of sarcasm. Bella's occasional lack of filter is hilarious and Edward's opinion about his grandmother will probably have you falling from your sofa laughing. Moreover, the two don't waste any time in getting intimate. As A Night with the Royal Staff was initially planned to be a one-shot (thank God, MrsK81 changed her mind and expanded the story) you will already have your first lemon in the first chapter. Last but not least, the story also has some serious drama in store for you, let me just say that Edward's deal with his father is more than... interesting.

A Night with the Royal Staff consists of 24 chapters and a total of 117,978 words. The story is rated M for lemons and language. A sequel has also been published, A Life with the Royal Staff.

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