What we're reading in TLS this week:

Mondays can't be THAT bad when you have a fresh batch of new recs from The Lemonade Stand! Dive right in with some old faithful authors that always deliver or take a chance on someone new with a fresh idea. Either way, they have a story to tell! Take a peek and let the author know where you saw them recommended! Happy Reading!

♥ Six Dlbfive

A New Light by MaybeInTheFuture
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12002417/1/A-New-Light
It's been ten years and the Cullen clan is struggling to remain a family. When they finally start to come back together, a call from Bella will change everything. Bella's daughter is sick and needs help. Can a miracle happen or will everything fall apart again? Normal pairings. Takes place ten years after New Moon. Rated M

All the Ways You Know Me by FlamingMaple
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13416148/1/All-the-Ways-You-Know-Me
Tragedy strikes just before Bella and Jacob can welcome their baby. Still waiting for her chance at vengeance, Victoria is emboldened by Jacob’s death and then thwarted by the Cullen’s surprising return. E x B. Rated M

Annual Summer Swan Family Reunion by assilem33
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13008248/1/Annual-Summer-Swan-Family-Reunion
Distantly, I hear “what was that” and “was that a coyote” and then “get yer gun, Melvin” and the only wish I have before death is an orgasm by the cock of Edward. Rated M

Destiny Unknown by ericastwilight
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12280169/1/Destiny-Unknown
Edward and his sister's best friend Bella hit it off, but what has him leaving so soon? Desperate to save his family, Edward must find Bella, and together they make their way through countless obstacles that want nothing more than a bite to eat. Armed with weapons, an annoyingly sarcastic but helpful talking box, and the knowledge to save the world, will they succeed? Rated M

Home Improvement Project by kyla713
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13359605/1/Home-Improvement-Project
Bella Swan would have been content to never leave Forks again after college, but an inheritance from her grandmother changed all that. Sometimes, a little change makes all the difference. Rated M

Kiss Me, You Idiot by iambeagle
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13426171/1/
A story about falling in love with your charmingly idiotic roommate. Rated M

My Stubborn Mate by krida86
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13403710/1/My-Stubborn-Mate
Wolf-Shifter and Earth Witch, Bella Swan, moves with her father to Forks, Washington to join the “Midnight Sun” Wolf Pack. After almost 21 years of living in hiding in the human world, Bella struggles to find her place amongst the Pack. Will she ever find her place when so many are against her? And what will the strong connection she feels to the pack’s Beta, Edward, evolve into? Rated M

Power Play by cynosure23
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13425017/1/Power-Play
He was the most powerful man in the United States. And then there was me. Rated M

Roadies by  xXTailoredDreamsXx
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13042242/1/Roadies
Edward Cullen is the newest stage manager on his first major tour. He's out to prove he's earned his title, as well as the respect that comes with it. Bella Swan is the only woman on the crew, and she knows better than to believe Cullen didn't sleep his way to the top in order to get the job she feels was rightfully hers. Will they be able to co-exist without killing each other? Rated M

The Butterfly & The Hawk by PearlyFox
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13426755/1/The-Butterfly-The-Hawk
She was my butterfly, twirling in the night, where she didn’t belong. I was under her spell, I craved to see her. I arched to meet her. E&B OOC AH. Rated M

The Ember Sword by MeteorOnAMoonlessNight
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13432432/1/The-Ember-Sword
The Prophecy of The First Blood declares the Ember Sword shall be in the care of The True-Sworn for eternity—which is how long the clan will live if they can keep the enchanted sword out of the hands of The Forsaken. With the enemy bearing down on them, the chieftess and her daughters must prepare for the coming battle. Rated M

The Gambit by HopeSparkles
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12389999/1/The-Gambit
Like pieces on a chess board, Edward knew this 'game' would have the desired end. Rated M

TLS Special SNEAK PEEK Feature

The Lemonade Stand has spent so many years bringing you the best the Twilight fandom has to offer, and we are very excited to have the chance to offer you even MORE. We've watched stories grow and develop from first post through COMPLETE, and now we're lucky enough to share previews of the stories that will soon be your new addiction.

This week, TLS is featuring the talented MeteorOnAMoonlessNight, author of  Heart of Stone, 1500 Acres, and Seismic Shift. She's giving us this exclusive teaser of her new fic The Ember Sword.

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The Ember Sword by MeteorOnAMoonlessNight

Summary: The Prophecy of The First Blood declares the Ember Sword shall be in the care of The True-Sworn for eternity—which is how long the clan will live if they can keep the enchanted sword out of the hands of The Forsaken. With the enemy bearing down on them, the chieftess and her daughters must prepare for the coming battle.

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A few months ago, I had dreams several nights in a row that bugged me to turn them into fics. When I get an idea, I write down any thoughts or phrases and move on, but this one wouldn't let me go. I dreamed of an encounter between a princess and her servant—Isabella and Edward. They were in love with each other, but not allowed to be together, and she was about to head off to war.

The idea rolled around in my head for days. Why was she going to battle? Why weren’t they able to be together? If I let them be together, would it be illicit? I had the idea that Esme was the chieftess of a clan, and the women were all royalty. They called the shots, and the men followed their orders. It sort of snowballed from there; Edward and the other men are all attendants in the household. If a woman feels that a man has proven his courage, strength, and loyalty, she can choose him as her mate. It’s against the law for men to touch a woman or even say anything about how they feel, and the women can’t propose to a man unless he’s proven himself in a major way.

I pictured Celtic women first, then I pictured Xena, then they somewhat morphed into Viking shield-maidens, and now I have a conglomeration in my mind. They are protecting a magical sword that has been given to them to guard for eternity. A rogue clan is coming for the sword, and the warriors must cut them off before they get too close to their stronghold.

Edward has proven to be loyal, and he is strong and kind. But, he has never had the opportunity to show his extraordinary courage. Isabella is frustrated that she can’t ask him to marry her when nothing has come up to allow him the chance to prove himself. There are many close encounters where they each push the boundaries in desperation.

This snippet is the first part I wrote. It comes directly from my dream, following a rather scandalous moment in Isabella’s bedchamber before she had to join the others to leave for the battle.

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Edward spotted Isabella and tried to come up with a reason to pull her aside. He hadn’t a clue what he would say, but he had to try something. He stood by the edge of the building and picked up a pebble, tossing it at her boot-clad feet and slinking into the shadows when she looked up.

“Edward?” she whispered.

He gestured for her to follow him and circled around the stables to the back of the main keep. When he stopped, he spun to face her.

“Isabella, please. I beg you not to go.”

Her eyes widened and she looked around them to ensure they were alone. “Don’t be ridiculous, Edward. This is what I was born to do. I’ve spent most of my life training for battle.”

He fisted a handful of his hair, his frustration growing as she refused to take him seriously. “You’ll die.”

She laughed. If only he knew. “We’re not having this argument again.”

Isabella started to walk off and join the others, but Edward grabbed her and spun her to face him. He crushed his mouth to hers and knew the only reason he lived through the moment was because she chose not to make him a head shorter.

Edward was desperate to make Isabella see things his way before she left. He would tell her with his body if she wouldn't listen to his words. He held her face and slanted his mouth over hers, taking what he didn't lawfully have a right to take. He moved his hands to cup the back of her neck firmly, changed angles, and for one staggering moment the kiss went hot and wild and threatening. She brought her fist up, gripping his sleeve for balance as he all but swept her feet from under her. One of them moaned long and low.

It only lasted for a few moments, but felt to be an eternity.

He didn't want to pull away, didn't want to let her go. He’d known for years she would taste like honey and feel like heaven in his arms. She could kill him for getting so close and personal. He knew the laws that were imbedded in every man’s brain from day one, but he had no choice. He had to take the chance and try to make her listen to him.

When she pushed him away, her face was flushed, lips bruised and eyes bright. Her chest heaved, and he waited for her to say the words that would end his life.

Remember to put MeteorOnAMoonlessNight on alert so you can read along with us. The Ember Sword begins posting November 14, 2019.

What we're reading in TLS this week:

We’ve compiled quite a rec list this week. We’ve got some newly discovered fics, some under- appreciated fics, companion fics from favorite fandom writers, and a long-awaited favorite that updated! It’s a great start to the week! We hope you will enjoy these stories as much as we do. Please let the writers know where you saw them recommended when you leave them some love in the form of a review. Enjoy!

♥ Six Dlbfive

Broken by Pattyrose
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13255814/1/Broken
Be careful what you do to the woman a good man loves, no matter who the hell you are. Because he'll protect her with his life. E&B. Rated M

Brotherly Devotion by Goldentemptress
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5070346/1/Brotherly_Devotion
When you play with fire you're gonna get burned. Bella's marriage has gone stale, and she soon finds herself tied up in a web of deceit involving her young brother-in-law Edward. Adultery is never as easy as it seems...BPOV, Rated M Twilight - Rated: M

Does My Ass Look Too Big in these Jeans by Mrs. Brownloe
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13415248/Does-My-Ass-Look-Too-Big-in-these-Jeans
Bella, an artist who had sold her soul to big business to keep food on her table and a roof over her head, has a huge crush on Edward Cullen, a game developer, at the company where they both work, but she's too shy to do anything about it until her friend Alice convinces her to buy a pair of skinny jeans. Will true love find its way? Rated M

Dominion of My Heart by Sunshine1220
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13315022/1/Dominion-of-My-Heart
Commanded by his King to seize her kingdom, he chooses to set his eyes on a different prize…dominion of her heart. What he offers her instead is a chance to choose her own fate. Kings and their kingdoms will fall. Blood will be spilled. When it seems all is lost, can they hold on to everything they’ve gained? Rated M

Friend of the Devil by belladonnacullen
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/13396643/1/Friend-of-the-Devil
Sometimes loving all the wrong things feels so right. Sometimes up is down and black is white. Sometimes it doesn't matter. Sometimes it does. Sometimes the most important thing is love. Who am I kidding - the most important thing is always love. Companion piece to Hades, A Love Story - Sort of by FictionFreak95. MA, ExB (kind of), most definitely AU.
Rated M

Hades, a love story – Sort of by FictionFreak95
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13339120/1/
A story of perseverance & the lack thereof. For the downtrodden. About love & loss along with the betrayal & bitterness that ensues in its aftermath. Long story short, a story about Hades & how maybe he's not the bad guy, after all. 1/4 c Lucifer. 2 tbsp Meet Joe Black. 1 heaping swig of Twilight. misc nonsense. Liberties with Greek mythology. MA, ExB AH (sort of) blah blah blah. Rated M

Inauguration Day by Compass54
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13328536/1/Inauguration-Day
On January 20th, the Commander in Chief swears an oath to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. The day has a specific schedule, a historic order of events that end with a new president in the White House. This time, the name is Cullen. Rated M

Revenant by MissLiss15
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13406126/1/Revenant
Ye who, passing graves by night, Glance not to the left nor right, Lest a spirit should arise, Cold and white, to freeze your eyes... Rated M

Still Breathing by SoulsOnFire
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13134127/1/Still-Breathing
Two years ago, their son was kidnapped. A year ago, their marriage collapsed under the weight of their grief. Can Edward and Bella pick up the pieces of their shattered life when fate gives them a second chance at a family? Rated M

The Letter by ericastwilight
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12768722/1/The-Letter
The story all started with a missorted letter, but will it have a happy ending? A holiday present for all my readers. Rated M

The Rec by LiLJILL4286
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12619843/1/The-Rec
I strived on only two certainties: yes or no. Hot or cold. Up or down. Call it a defense mechanism, call it whatever the fuck you want to. In my life, there was no in between. Especially when it came to Edward Cullen. Rated M

The Sonoran Inn by MrsSpaceCowboy
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13418678/1/The-Sonoran-Inn
Somewhere, just off an Arizona highway in the Sonoran Desert, there's an inn carved into the rocks. The owner and her staff are beautiful and eager to please… until it's time to leave. There's no way out, and beauty is skin deep. This is not a love story. *Complete* Happy Halloween! Rated M