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A few years back, Edward and Bella seemed to be content with their relationship; unfortunately, it only lasted for about a month before either could truly reveal their feelings to each other and before reality hit them both with a force. Neither had expected their worlds to turn down on their backs when they discovered their respective hidden secrets. Edward has his own reasons for breaking up with her and discovers that he is part of the biggest mafia group in the the entire Chicago due to a series of terrible events previously. Thinking that a perfect girlfriend like Bella was certainly not perfect for a mobward like him, the two of them split up - only to meet three years later under a contractual marriage between, not one, but two mafia families. It turns out that Bella's father was also the leader of another borgata - though it was smaller than Edward's - and right before becoming the target of a rival, he had made a pact with Edward to join forces by his and Bella's marriage. But will Bella be able to get over the shock that Edward is the same Masen she fell in love with so many years ago? Will Edward be able to convince her to forgive him? And more importantly, will they be able to stand against the powerful enemy that is the Volturi?

Mafia Princess is a great dramatic story that will have you hooked from the very first chapter! I absolutely loved the plot, which also included E/B's personal hook-up apart from the story as a whole about concurring the rival mob. Edward and Bella are really sweet together and their moments is something you will constantly look forward to. It is a great mix of mafia action combined with humor and romance and I highly suggest you read it - especially if you are into a sexy Edward with a gun in his hand ;). Bella's character is also very strong in this fanfiction, because she has really grown from her naive teen self to a woman - when her father passes away and she realizes that she has to be part of a mafia. Her training as well as her capability to use a gun is pretty mind-blowing for Edward! Oh, and did I mention that this story has some really good smut?! A perfect mix that you should not miss out on - so go and read it asap!

Mafia Princess consists of 32 chapters and a total of 122,865 words. The story is only missing an epilogue, but is otherwise complete. It is rated M for language and lemons.

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

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

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

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

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"You are not going to be the last face I see. You are not going to be my murderer. I have things to do, and I'm going to do them." 

All Bella Swan planned to do was go on a date and have a nice night out. Although she believed in the prospect of true love and wasn't happy when her best friend Rosalie set her up with someone she met on an online dating website, the young woman agreed to go out with Mike Newton to humor her. After all, he sounded like a nice enough guy and Bella was willing to give him and their date a chance - what could go wrong, right? But from the moment she comes face to face with the blue-eyed man, things go downhill. Bella is kidnapped and locked up; held against her will by a terrifyingly sick man...

While Bella experiences her worst nightmare, having no hope that she'll ever be found, Rosalie and her husband Emmett have started looking for their friend. Together with the FBI, they suspect Newton behind Bella's disappearance and contact Edward Cullen, the CEO of the online dating website where Bella met Mike to tell him about the recent events. Edward is more than devastated that his website was at least partially responsible for the terrible fate this young woman has found herself in and wants nothing more than to help the brown-eyed girl. Despite the fact that he doesn't know Bella at all, Edward feels extremely guilty that she is suffering because his website was used for the wrong purpose. If he had only made it safer, the whole thing might have never happened in the first place. He vows to himself to do anything he can to get Bella back home, alive and healthy. But will he also be able to bring her back as the same person she was before? Will she be able to forget the monster who brought her so much pain and love the man who rescued her instead?

Lost Half is a story that has touched my heart in more ways than one and it's definitely a must read! LyricalKris has yet again managed to mesmerize me with another one of her stories. The characters in this story, especially Edward and Bella, are people with true bravery. I absolutely fell in love with this Edward, whose strong connection with Bella is based on love as well as shared pain. He can somewhat relate to what Bella goes through and, through that, is able to bring her back to health. That in and of itself is an immensely difficult thing to do, given the traumatic events that Bella has experienced, which brings me to warn you all that this story is rated MA for a reason! I highly suggest that you only read the fanfic if you are 18 or older because the story deals with violent details of abuse and rape. Still, I don't want to scare you away from this beautiful piece of fiction, you would definitely miss out on something wonderful! Lost Half definitely promotes the message to never give up, no matter what, something that really impressed me! Add to that the sweet love developing between Edward and Bella and you have story that you really should read!!!

Lost Half consists of 30 chapters and a total of 100,314 words. The story is rated MA for graphic violence/abuse, language, mention of rape, and dark content.

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Edward Cullen has been raised with strong morals and very antiquated beliefs. Still, he takes advantage of his good looks and the effect he has on women and indulges in numerous one-night-stands. However, when spends a drunken night with his best friend resulting in a pregnancy, he is pressured into marrying her. Unsurprisingly, the marriage has been less than perfect from the very beginning. Though his wife has been in love with him for years, Edward never reciprocated those feelings. Still, he decided at an early stage that he would try to make this relationship work, if for nothing else than the sake of their son. What he didn't expect was to meet young, witty, and spunky Bella Swan at a bar and to start steamy affair with her...

Bella Swan is a young working woman, who uses her sexuality to her favor. She avoids relationships at all costs, looking for nothing but friends with benefits. With limitations, of course. Everything seemed to be lining up in her life until a bronze haired man with an unignorable wedding band walks into it. What started out as a sexual affair for both of them turns out to be so much more, but there are many obstacles preventing them from really being together. The biggest obstacle is Edward himself, who adamantly refuses to leave his wife even though he's head over heels in love with Bella.

Don't fooled by the title! Not Meant To Be is not a tragedy, though it's a slow burn and it takes a while for Bella and Edward's relationship to really blossom. When I started reading, I was very hesitant at first as the title leads you to believe there is no happily-ever-after for the couple. But as I continued reading, I came to realize pretty quickly that it's not only a beautifully written story with little to no grammatical errors but also going to have a happy ending. There are many, many steamy lemons as well as tear jerking moments in this story that is completely written from Bella's POV. So I would definitely recommend having tissues nearby just in case!

Not Meant To Be consists of 30 chapters and 170,605 words. Rated M for sexual content, infidelity, and language. A collection of outtakes from Edward's point of view can be found here.

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Bespectacled, geeky Bella Swan is in a bit of a rut. A sophomore at Dartmouth with two great friends by her side, she has everything going for her... well, except for her love life. Of course, that is until she attends her first Biology class and is caught staring at sexy tattoo of the extremely attractive TA. Despite encouragement from her friends, Bella chooses to stay away from him because she is sure that he is clearly out of her league. However, she can't seem to stop thinking about the handsome man with eyes the color of green M&Ms. When she gets her first quiz back - with an aweful grade - Edward, the TA, offers to help her. The two meet week after week and as time goes on, Bella cannot help but eagerly for Tuesday to come around so she can meet Edward at four and spend some time with him. And despite her improving grades, they continue to meet but will that continue once their class is over? Bella surely hopes not, with overeager and perverted Mike Newton as the only other love interest waiting at her door. Yet the fact remains that Edward and her major in two completely different fields, so how will they be able to keep in contact?

AngryBadgerGirl is known for her flawless writing. Not only is she very popular for her wonderful style but her stories are also loved for their immense realism. I can assure you, she earns each and every praise she gets and Second to None is anothe proof of that. It's quite apparent that she has a very clear idea in her head of what her characters should look like and she seems to know exactly how to transfer these ideas to the paper. It's a talent that few people can ever master completely. AngryBadgerGirl does this with ease, however. Second to None is a tiny bit heavy in a few places, but it's nothing that isn't resolved in the next few paragraphs. Most of the heaviness comes from Bella's insecurities. Still, Second to None is one of my all-time favorite one-shots. I cannot praise this enough. It's a sweet, endearing tale about two lab nerds finding each other beneath layers of superficiality. If you haven't given it a try, you should definitely put it on your 'to-read' list.

Second to None is a one-shot and consists of 10,376 words. This story is rated MA for sweet lemons, language, and brief sexual assault (no rape).

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A graduate from the University of Chicago, Bella Swan hopes to get into grad school at the prestigious London School of Economics - even if it means she has to move to the other end of the world, leaving her sister Rosalie and brother-in-law Emmett behind in Chicago. Bella has made sure that everything in her life is set and she is more than looking forward to her future. Well, the best laid plans don't always work out now, do they? Just before Bella is about to board her flight to London, she is stopped by one Officer Black, who bugs her for information about Edward Cullen. Edward, whom she hasn't heard from many years. Edward, who once was her shy, geeky boyfriend back in High School. Yes, she still remembers him but when she hears from Mr. Black that he is the leader of one the most dangerous Mafia groups in and around Chicago, she is shocked. The officer continues to tell Bella all of Edward's organizations as well as the number of bars to restaurants he owned named after her - all of them. She, he says, is his only weakness. Will Bella agree to help him bring the mob boss down, or will she realize that he is still the same Edward she loves? Furthermore, why can't she help but feel like Officer Black also has a personal problem with Edward and is even willing to lurk in the shadows to finish his mission?

The End, The Beginning is one of the best crime stories that I have ever come across and it is definitely a MUST READ! I am a very picky reader and honestly, Mafiaward is my favorite type of Edward. Let's admit it, he is very sexy when he's uber-protective and has a gun in his hand. If you loved other Mobward stories like the very popular "There Will Be Blood", then this story will have you completely hooked! The plot of the fanfiction is mid-blowing and deals with a lot more than just the reunion and love of Bella and Edward. Though I'd love to tell you more, I don't want to reveal too much and ruin the experience of reading this wonderful story for you guys. But trust me when I say that you will not in the slightest be disappointed by this fanfic and, like me, will probably want to read over and over again! Edward is an absolute romantic and although Bella is initially siding with Jacob and his mission to bring him down, she quickly realizes that Edward is still the same person she fell in love with all those years back. The chemistry between the two main characters is so powerful that you can almost feel it. That being said, the story is rated MA due to some graphic and violent scenes but that is to be expected in a crime filled story right? So what are you waiting for? Read it NOW! ;)

The End, The Beginning consists of 34 chapters and a total of 132,049 words. The story is rated MA for some graphic violence, language, and sexual content.

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A strong blizzard is on the way when Bella Swan hurriedly packs all her bags, loads them into her car, and flees from her life with Jacob Black. Though her relationship with the young man started out as amazingly romantic, with Jacob pulling off his charms and sweeping Bella off her feet, it took a turn for the worse in no time. When Bella’s career as a writer began to blossom, Jake started showing his darker side, physically abusing her. After weeks of being beaten, Bella finally has enough and leaves. She sets out on the snowy London roads and is on her way to the cottage her grandmother left her when she died. On her way, however, she passes what looks like a young boy, loitering on the frozen streets. Despite her inner warnings, Bella stops her car and allows the guy to hop in. She discovers that the boy is actually a handsome man, who, despite his young age he has been homeless for a long time now due to his tragic past. With the blizzard on the way, Bella decides on a whim to take the man - or Edward as he introduces himself - to the cottage with her…

Over the next few days (Bella asks Edward to stay until the snowstorm subsides), the two of them discover a lot about each other. Though Bella is almost ten years older than Edward, they realize that they have a lot in common, especially in terms of heartbreak. Moreover, Edward is very mature for his age, something that makes the young woman fall for him in no time. The feeling is mutual and so, soon the two form a life and love together that neither of them expected to find. And when, with the help of their neighbors Alice and Jasper, Edward and Bella manage to find successful jobs, things seem to be more than great. The ex-homeless man begins working as a sous chef at a five-star restaurant while Bella is able to start writing a novel while also spending lots of time at Alice’s bookstore. But what happens when their pasts catch up to them and reality becomes too hard? Will their love be strong enough to concur all?

Where Roads Converge is an amazing story that had me hooked from the very first chapter! Fluffyliz is a really commendable writer and has created a mind-blowing story that is to die for! The idea of an Edward who is so much younger than Bella may initially seem odd, but as you read on and discover just how grown up he is and how much he’s been through in his nineteen years, you realize that he is much more, if not an equal to Bella in terms of maturity. That being said, the story is rated MA for the shocking pasts that both Edward and Bella have gone through. Edward’s story especially brought tears to my eyes, something that rarely happens to me - and that alone probably says how much of a fantastic story this is. A fanfic that is entirely set in today’s London, which FluffyLiz manages to portray in a very realistic manner. I’m sure, you will fall in love with broken Chefward as well as with Bella, whom you cannot help but feel sorry for because of her abusive past. As a reader you’ll find yourself encouraging the two in listening to what their hearts tell them and commit to a strong relationship. Add the EXTREMELY intense lemons to that and you have a MUST READ! This fic has it ALL and you will regret it deeply if you don’t read it!!!

Where Roads Converge consists of 25 chapters and 125,139 words. The story is rated MA for sexual references, language, and mature content.

 
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There is probably nothing Edward Cullen regrets more than the harsh words he directed at his cousin Elizabeth - because it were the last he ever spoke to her. Just minutes after the two of them settled in his car and left the party they attended in Port Angeles, Edward loses control of the vehicle and crashed into a few trees. While Beth had been killed instantly, Edward miraculously walked away with so much as a few scratches. However, the psychological wounds the 19-year old man got, as wells as the guilt he carried on his shoulders since that fateful day, tore him up more than anything. His relationship with his parents and his little sister Alice went downhill and alcohol became his closest friend. The only person he allowed to get close to him was Bella Swan, his sister's best friend. When she comes over one night, he confides in her and, guided by his growing feelings for her, kisses Bella tenderly. The two fall asleep in each other's arms, yet when Bella awakes the next morning, Edward is gone. And she wouldn't hear from him again for another five years...

After finally gathering enough courage to leave the cage that was living with her cold-hearted parents, Bella moves to California - San Diego to be more exact - and begins studying marine biology. As luck would have it, the now 22-year-old college student rents a room at the house of Rosalie Hale and becomes the new roommate of her and Alice Cullen, whom she hasn't spoken to in years. Alice invites her brother to a house party the three girls throw, which causes him to run into Bella. Confused and overwhelmed, he shies away from her; a gestures that hurts Bella more than she'd like to admit. She learns that Edward now owns an ink studio, together with his best friend Jasper. He likes to keep to himself and hardly opens up to anyone. The latter is exactly the reason why he has difficulties dealing with the emotions he feels for Bella, especially because they are incredibly strong and unless anything he's ever experienced. But soon, Edward realizes that too much time has passed without Bella knowing how much she means to him and he is finally willing to put an end to that.

Love Ink is a comparatively fast-paced story as Edward and Bella will get together rather quickly. And once they do, there's as good as nothing that can break them apart, well maybe some ridiculously huge trust fund, but even that is something they get over - together. The story is written from both character's perspectives which gives you a great insight into their different personalities. While Edward carries a lot of guilt around with himself, Bella is incredibly determined to be independent and do everything on her own. But the two complete each other, as cliché as that might sound, and Edward teaches Bella that it's okay to rely on other people for help sometimes while she makes him see that he needs to stop hanging on to the past. Furthermore, the story includes some sweet lemons, which are especially yummy because Edward has tattoos - sexy as hell tattoos! They will have you drooling, let me tell you! If you haven't read this nice Tattward story yet, make sure to put it on your TBR-list!

Love Ink consists of 31 chapters and 109,924 words. The story is rated M for lemons, foul language, and some violence.

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Thirty-year old Bella Swan is living a mundane life far away from her hometown in Forks. Together with Leo, her fuzzball of a cat, she lives in her grandmother's vacation house; unable to deal with her horrible past. Every week, her neighbor Mrs Cope is kind enough to drive her to the nearest Walmart so Bella can buy whatever she needs - and that is, in fact, all she sees of the real world. Bella is fully prepared to continue going on with her 'life' until her self-imposed repentance is finally over - that is, if she ever manages to overcome her guilt. Completely shutting herself from the world also means that she has to only live off of the money that she has saved. Although she runs a blog that relates to her degree, it's non-paying and definitely not something can live off of. And just when she expects it the least, a simple knock on her door changes shakes Bella's world irrevocably. Because right on her doorstep stands a bronze-haired man, dressed in a prisoner suit, with handcuffs on, and a gun in his hand. The cherry on top? He seems to have a gun-shot wound on his side...

Going both against and with her instincts, she allows the prisoner - Edward Cullen - to enter her house and use it as a hideout to escape the searching eyes of the police. Edward explains to Bella that he was falsely convicted of murder and that he refuses to go to jail for a crime he did not commit. And though Bella should more than doubt this beautiful stranger, she somehow finds herself believing every word he says. Maybe also because her cat Leo, who usually hides from people he doesn't know, appears to find Edward's company comforting and as a vet, Bella knows not to doubt an animal's instincts. So with that knowledge in mind, she allows Edward to stay overnight or until the cops go back to Seattle to continue their search there. But fate has other plans for the two of them as Edward gets a severe fever from his gun-shot wound and ends up being nursed by Bella. During the few days that Bella takes care of him, she can't help but feel things she has never felt before. Edward teaches her what love means, and that there is a whole world outside of her door just waiting to be explored. He tries to help her move on from her guilt and when the time comes for him to leave, will she be able to let him to? To top it off, it seems as though she has another secret to live it; but will it cause Edward to come closer or get farther away from her?

Reason For Living is an amazing story that will make your heart melt! The best thing about it is that it's very well thought out with regards to the plot. Furthermore, the author has created in-depth characters: two people who have gone through some terrible and traumatic events in their respective lives yet still manage to teach each other to live again. I promise that you will fall in love with insatiable Tattward, insightful Writerella, and adorable Leo! In this regard, let me ask all of you right now to have faith in the author and her story. Things might seem like a huge puzzle in the beginning, but all the mysteries will definitely be revealed overtime! I can't praise this fanfiction enough, and unfortunately talking more about its plot will take away too much, but what I can do is encourage you all to go on and jump on this story immediately! Hats off to Robzbeanie for this wonderful piece of fiction! Oh, and did I mention that this fanfiction will have you drooling over its mind-blowing lemons? Let's admit it, unstoppable Edward is something we would die for! This story is a MUST read and is definitely one that should not be missed in any case. So what are you waiting for ;) ?

Reason For Living consists of 42 chapters and a total of 159,962 words. The story is rated M for language and insatiable lemons with Edward.

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Shortly after moving to San Diego, Bella Swan and her best friend Alice open their own tattoo and piercing shop and name it Lucky Ink. After years of hard work, Bella is finally invited to take part in the Ink God contest, an national competition hosted annually by three of the most well known players in the American tattoo world. So without thinking twice, the 26-year old packs her bags and flies to Chicago. There, she promptly runs into Edward Masen, who is not only one of her competitors at the contest but also her mentor and the only man she has ever loved.

Bella and Edward met when Bella began her apprenticeship in Edward's shop at the age of twenty. As one of the best tattoo artists in the business, Edward teaches Bella everything she needs to know to become a successful tattoist herself, and he also falls in love with her. Though he is six years older then Bella, Edward cares deeply for his student and wants to settle down with her. But Bella, though she loves Edward just as much, isn't yet ready for marriage and children and eventually lets him go to find someone who is. Now, at the Ink God contest six years later, the feelings she still harbors for him come back to the surface. And while trying to win the competition, Bella also has to figure out what she really wants in life, or rather, who...

If you are already familiar with at least some of Shahula's stories, you'll know that they tend to include very yummy and steamy lemons. Pressing My Luck is no exception to that because once Edward and Bella (finally) give in to their feelings for each other, they spend some passionate nights together. Their sexual encounters are especially hot due to their multiple piercings and tattoos. Both of them have ink on their bodies that represent the other and all the steel rings and balls make for some fantastic friction. ;-) The story, which is completely written from Bella's POV, is written as a drabble fic, i.e. the chapters are kept rather short. But don't worry, the reading flow is never impeded because of the unusual format and you'll most likely be able to finish the story in one sitting. It's free of angst, includes only a little drama, and is waiting with an HEA for you. Go check it out!

Pressing My Luck consists of 15 chapters and a total of 22,088 words. The story is rated MA for graphic lemons and foul language.

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Twenty-one year old Isabella del Cigno (cigno means swan in Italian) is the daughter of the infamous mob boss Charlie del Cigno. The latter is absolutely deadly, ruthless, cunning - and wanted by the FBI. Fortunately for him, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has so far been unable to come up with enough evidence to bring Charlie down, which is why they send one of their best agents to investigate undercover... Meanwhile, Isabella lives the life of the mafia elite. She might not be  directly involved in the criminal business of her father but definitely inherited his sharp personality and love of all things glamorous. Whatever her heart desires and can be bought with money is hers: fast cars, expensive jewelry, extravagant clothes - there's almost nothing she can't have. Almost, because the thing she wants the most seem out of her reach: freedom from her slightly overbearing father. Because out of fear that Isabella could become the next target of his archenemies, the Volturis, Charlie is extremely protective of his only child. He demands that Bella will take a bodyguard with her wherever she goes and before she knows it, the young woman is constantly surrounded by one Edward Cullen.

Edward Cullen, twenty-six year old special agent with the FBI, has agreed to infiltrate the del Cigno Syndicate and gather evidence on mob boss Charlie. After risking his life to save the latter, Edward is able to gain the trust of the family and quickly works his way through the ranks. Eventually, he is hired as Bella's bodyguard and is initially less than thrilled about it. Edward thinks of Bella as a whiny and self-centered bitch, who cares about nothing but her luxurious life style. But there is something about her that really draws him to her. Due to an incident in his troublesome past, the young undercover agent has great difficulties with being touched by others. Yet while he usually flinches or gets seizures from a simple handshake, Bella's touch calms him down and makes him yearn for more. It also doesn't take long for Edward to realize that his protegé is far from being cold-hearted as he believed. Rather it is a mask Bella puts on to hide her true self from the world. Just as the two start pursuing whatever is going on between them, the Cigno family finds out that the Volturi have put a bounty on Isabella's head. As the last heir of the Cigno's legacy, she's the only thing standing between the Volturi and absolute power. Will Edward be able to keep his girl alive? And can he find a way to keep both Bella and his job?

tufano79 has created an amazing mafia story that will steal your heart for eternity! This fanfiction contains everything that you can possibly think of: well-rounded characters, a sexually intense connection between Edward and Bella, and a suspenseful plot that will leave you on the edge of your seats! Though you may find Bella slightly annoying in the beginning of the fanfiction, it isn't hard to figure out that she is just trying to protect herself and her family by keeping up a mask. You have to keep in mind that being the only heir of  a crime syndicate is a pressure lying heavily on her shoulders. One mistake, and the safety of the whole family is at risk. But Bella soon realizes that she can trust Edward and their love story begins. You might have the urge to smack both of them from time to time, for their stubbornness, but eventually their romance will leave you breathless. I don't think this story will leave out any emotions within you and the best part is that you will be able to easily flow through the events of the story since it is a drabble fic. Through the points of view of the different characters tufano79 tells her story. Mafia Princess is definitely not to be missed and deserves a round of applause! :D

Mafia Princess consists of 201 short chapters and 240,887 words. The story is rated M for language, some violence, and some sexual references. A pdf version of the story can be read here! Thanks to tufano79 for the permission!

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Bella Swan was perfectly content with her life in New York City as she had a great job that she loved and lots of opportunities for her future career. But Bella has to learn the hard way that things never go as one plans because one fateful day, her mother Renee tells her that her grandmother is very ill. Renee plans on sending her sick mother off to an old people's home so she will be taken care of; an idea which more than appalls Bella. So without thinking twice, she decides to leave her life in NYC behind and moves to the California desert to care for her ailing Grans. Bella knew that being there for the woman, who helped her through the difficult time after her parents divorced, was the least she could do. The rest, meaning starting a new life at the other side of the country, was something she would figure out as time goes by. What she never expects is finding a man who sets her heart, body, and soul on fire: Edward Cullen. Unfortunately, he comes with a heavy price; a price that could possibly tear them apart. Will their love be able to survive the life he had before they met or will it melt away in the dry heat?

LovinRob has written a beautiful story with a wonderful plot! From the very first chapter - the prologue - you will feel the instantaneous chemistry that Bella and Edward have for each other. The moment they lay eyes on one another, they are done for and the sexual tension permeating between them will have you begging for them to get finally it on. The story is fast-paced and will not keep you in the dark for a long time. Edward is faithful to Bella from the beginning and though it is difficult for him, he does not hesitate to tell her the truth about his past - already within the first third of the story. His past is something that the society and law are unwilling to accept, and what is the actual truth among the huge amount of false accusations Edward faces, is something that the couple will have to figure out together. With the help of their new friends Alice and Jasper, they are able to get a wonderful defense lawyer for Edward, who is willing to support him all the way through. The issue is, will they be able to find enough evidence for Edward so that he can be officially declared innocent? And throughout this whole hurdle, will the couple be able to stick together? Don't miss out on this amazing story that was just declared complete a year ago! This story will not disappoint - that's a promise!

A Dry Heat consists of 38 chapters and 255,826 words. The story is rated M for plot content, language, and sexual references/activities.

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Bella Swan has a dream: she wants to have her own tattoo studio. But before she can turn that dream into reality, years and years of hard word lie ahead of her. Bella works at 'Cullen Engery Inc.' as a data entry - a dull and not very fulilling job, yet it pays the bills and also allows the young woman to regularly put a few dollars aside for what will hopefully be a prosperous future. And it's also not Bella's only way of income: once she leaves the small confines of her cubicle at 'Cullen Energy Inc.' behind, she heads over to one of the hippest tattoo shops in town, where she has just recently started an apprenticeship. Her mentor and boss, Jasper, teaches her everything she needs to know to one day open up her own business and also watches her whenever she is allowed to ink someone. Everything could be great for Bella, weren't it for the fact that 'Cullen Energy Inc'.'s CEO decides to step down and his young and utterly hot grandson replaces him...

Edward Cullen does not have the best of reputations among his employees. He tends to brood, ignores pretty much everyone in the office and has a perfectionist side. So it doesn't come as a surprise that he is unhappy with the performance of his current PA Jane and fires her before she can even beg for a second chance. Edward wants Bella to fill the void position of Jane until an adequate replacement has been found. And here comes the electricity - because whenever the two of them are together sparks fly. Bella is immensely attracted to her boss and it gets even worse when she sees a tattoo peeking out from under his suit. Though she tries to let things not get out of hand and remain professional, her friend Rosalie tells her what she tries to deny: she has the hots for her boss and the way things look, chances are good he feels the same. But Edward is giving Bella whiplash as he seems to be rather cold at work while being friendly, charming, and sweet when they happen to meet in the park. Bella has no idea what to think and it doesn't help that Edward has picked out Jasper's place to complete one of his tattoos. Jasper asks Bella to do the shadowing and the pull between the two is almost unbearable. Edward makes it clear that he wants to explore whatever is going on between them but Bella is too afraid to mix the professional with the personal Will her boss be able to change her opinion?

Wow, this story is hot! Edward in a suit and full-blown CEO-mode is already absolutely swoonworthy but mix that with Edward having tattoos and you have the epitome of sexyness! And to top it all off, he is also incredibly sweet (he saved his labrator Leah from the shelter), charming, and even a bit shy. It's clear that he wants Bella and the reader can't help but feel like kicking her in the shin for refusing him. Their tattoo sessions are filled with lust and electricity and one is almost biting their nails from the incredible hotness of the scenes. DH78 a.k.a. DiamondHeart78 managed to create another entertaining and sexy fanfiction - this time completely written from Bella's point of view. Professionally Personal might be a bit short (too short, if you ask me, I could have read so much more about these two!) but it's definitely a story that can't be missed!

Professionally Personal consists of 23,111 words and a total of 10 chapters. The story is rated M for profantities and description of sexual activities.

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After one of her four-graders, Masen Cullen, chose a rather... colorful language to deal with one of his annoying classmates his teacher, Bella Swan, invites his parents to a meeting. She definitely didn't expect to come face-to-face with the most handsome young man she had ever seen. Edward Cullen was not only tall and muscular, he also sported a number of tattoos and, to put it mildly, a massive hard on. The two get down to business and talk but are constantly distracted by the unmistakable air of lust and tension surrounding them. And so, after only a couple of minutes of small talk (in which Edward assures Bella that there is no Mrs. Cullen), Edward and Bella find themselves in the middle of a hot make-out session on the piano. And even though they technically don't have sex, they both agree that it was the single most sexual and sensual experience they've ever had in their lives.

So Edward doesn't hesitate and asks for Bella's number and for the next couple of days, the two text and talk over the phone. On their first semi-date on Sunday, Bella invites her crush over to her beach house (the story takes place in Florida) and cooks a wonderful dinner. But the two just cannot take their hands off each other and so, after a wonderful evening of witty banter and interesting conversations, they spent a passionate night with one another. And even though Edward and Bella have no doubt that they like each other for more than just the sex, both agree to put their love-making on the hold until they get to know each other better. For the time being, Edward decides to neither tell his son nor his freaky family (he owns his own motorcycle shop, together with his siblings Emmett and Alice and their partners Rose and Jasper) until he really knows where things with Bella go. Also, the fact that Bella began an affair with one of her student's parents, might not go well with the school board...

This story is hot! Right in the first chapter, a wonderful lemon awaits the reader and there are more, oh so much more, on the way. The way Edward and Masen are portrayed in this story is just amazing. Masen is pretty much the spitting image of his father (a chuck-wearing, energized 9-year-old with a potty mouth) and is thus affectionately called Mini-Me by his family. But next to his father's love for video games and Muse, Masen also inherited Edward's musical talent. His fantastic abilities when it comes to playing the piano astound Bella so much that she offers to give him private lessons. Last but not least, The Ride of Your Life is exceptionally well-written and incredibly funny. Whenever Edward is at work and has to deal with nosy Emmett or little troll Alice, I guarantee that you'll cry tears from laughing so hard!

The Ride of Your Life consists of 28 chapters and a total of 210,412 words. The story is rated MA for lemons and foul language.

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