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 our feature comes to us from cullenlvr83, author of Il Dottore Della Mafia, Crave, and The Orphan. She's giving us a preview from her upcoming new mafia fic Nemico Del Mio Nemico.

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Nemico Del Mio Nemico

 by

 Cullenlvr83

Summary: Bella’s life implodes one fateful night, leaving her with nothing more than the directive to go to New York and find Edward Cullen. A trip across the country spins her life in an unexpected direction, opening her eyes to the hidden world of the Italian mafia. When things aren’t always as they seem, it can be difficult to separate friend from foe.

oO~~Oo

~Show me a man who has no enemies, and I’ll show you a man who has never stood for anything.~

When someone tells you that their life changed, they can usually pinpoint one moment, one choice, that would have made things go in a completely different direction. When it happens though, it isn’t like that. There is a catalyst but every moment from that point on can create so many different paths for your life to take. Maybe I should have made different choices, but I couldn’t bring myself to regret the decisions I’ve made.

I was twenty years old, taking a year off from college after getting my associate degree, trying to find myself and what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. This led to me moving back in with my parents. I was glad they now lived in Seattle instead of the small town of Forks, where I grew up. My mom was a school administrator and my dad was a cop, but he was offered a position as the Chief of Police in Seattle. Things had been going well over the last few months. I was working part-time. I was getting to spend time with my parents. But like all good things, they don't stay that way for long. I came home one evening from work and found myself in a nightmare.

The door was already standing slightly ajar, and the silence coming from within caused a pit to form in my stomach. My dad and mom were always happy and joyful. They were madly in love with each other, and though I was raised with rules and curfews, they still guided me with advice and affection throughout my life. There was always laughter, shouts of victory, or their mushy confessions of love to each other to gross me out. I stepped inside carefully, the instinct my dad instilled in me kicking into gear. I was quiet as I crept through my house. Regardless of the possible danger, I absolutely lost it when I saw my dad, lying on the floor in a puddle of his own blood. His eyes were glassy and lifeless, the warm light no longer burning there.

I fell to my knees beside his body, dropping my keys and feeling like a little girl again. “Daddy,” I said, knowing he wouldn’t answer.

“Bella,” a weak voice wailed from nearby. I scanned my surroundings and saw my mom, coming out of the kitchen, clutching her stomach, blood seeping between her fingers.

“Mom!” I rushed over to her, horror gripping me tight. “Oh, god, that doesn’t look good. We gotta get you to a hospital.”

“My beautiful girl. It’s too late.” She choked, her bloody hand coming up to caress my face. “I don’t have much time, so listen to me. Go stay on the rez with Billy and Jacob until everything is taken care of. Then get out of here. Go to New York and find Edward Cullen. Tell him who you are and who your parents are. He will make sure you are safe.”

oO~~Oo

Nemico Del Mio Nemico will begin posting soon so remember to put cullenlvr83 on alert.

What we're reading in TLS this week:

Are you enjoying this HOT summer? Let us add a little spice to your hot summer with some sizzling reading recs! Here are some of our favorites over the past two weeks. Check them out and let the authors know where you saw them featured. Happy reading!

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Be The Thing That Buries Me by staringatthesky

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13913809/1/Be-The-Thing-That-Buries-Me

Because a vampire Rosalie came across a human Emmett. An alternate Twilight tale. Rated M

Consecrated by Mrs.ClarkKent4

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13994070/1/Consecrated

Edward had been waiting seventeen years for the girl in Alice's vision. What he finds is no ordinary human girl. She has a heartbeat, and blood, but she's... different. And she knows she's different. Isabel just never knew how much until she comes across the strange family when she moves back to her home town of Forks. slight OOC and slight Bella background change EXB Rated M

Eventide by TweedledeesTwin

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14103649/1/Eventide

Isabella Swan can make the hard choices, like going to Forks to see her father and practicing her growing magical abilities before they lose control. Forks is remote enough that she shouldn't have to worry. Until she starts reading minds, except for Edward Cullen, he's silent and just as curious about her as she is about him. Mentions of blood, eventual smut, canon pairings, fluff Rated M

Fire In The Water by MeteorOnAMoonlessNight

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14107609/1/Fire-In-The-Water

The ocean gives, but it also takes away. Knowledge is the same. Because once you know, the opportunity for ignorance is over, and you can no longer outrun the truth. When a handsome stranger shows up at Bella’s bookstore, she can't overlook the guarded expression in his eyes. Soon, her predictable small-town life will be unrecognizable.  Rated M

In Another Life by iambeagle

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14104522/1/In-Another-Life

He's someone else's husband, and that alone should end all of my thoughts about Edward Cullen. Rated M

Maybe a Dance by Anton M

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14011867/1/Maybe-a-Dance

Edward is in need of a fiancée for Christmas. OOC, AH Rated M

One Right Thing by LyricalKris

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14107199/1/One-Right-Thing

Bella Swan never could catch a break. After their mother died, the state decided she wasn’t fit to take care of her little brother, Emmett. They though he was better off without her, and his jerk of a foster father, Edward Cullen, seemed to agree. We’re all one misstep away from disaster. Rated M 

Sea-foam and Sea Witches by thehighlanderprincess

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14105443/1/Sea-foam-and-Sea-Witches

Bella Swan, on the run from her past, dwells in a small town with a hope of healing. Book store owner Edward Cullen is running from his past, too, and hires Bella on a whim after she losses her voice. Will these two lost souls heal together? Or will Bella leave this town in worse shape than she arrived? All Human AU. Rated M

The Girl with the Golden Blood by Honeymoon Edward

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13665313/1/The-Girl-with-the-Golden-Blood

Only twelve individuals have been known to have the Golden Blood since its discovery in 1903. Isabella Black is about to discover she's unlucky number thirteen. BxE Rated M

Undisclosed Desires by addict-writer

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13949997/1/Undisclosed-Desire

When Bella, an experienced Domme, agrees to meet a wounded Sub, she doesn’t know how much he’ll change her life. 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.

Today's feature is MeteorOnAMoonlessNight, author of fandom favorites like Without Wings, Fallen Angel, Devil Incarnate, and Seismic Shift.  We’re excited to share an excerpt from her new upcoming fic Fire in the Water.

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Fire In The Water 

by

MeteorOnAMoonlessNight

Summary: The ocean gives, but it also takes away. Knowledge is the same. Because once you know, the opportunity for ignorance is over, and you can no longer outrun the truth. When a handsome stranger shows up at Bella’s bookstore, she can't overlook the guarded expression in his eyes. Soon, her predictable small-town life will be unrecognizable. 

~ooOoo~

This all began with a simple post that looks like it came from Tumblr. It reads:

'Oh, to be the owner of a small bookshop on a cobblestone street with roses climbing the side of the building, where books are stacked about in piles and there's always coffee brewing and a sleepy dog lifts his head at the sound of the door's bell and thumps his tail against the hardwood.'

My Facebook group helped me flesh out the rest, suggesting the small fishing town of Port Townsend, Washington. A shy Edward reticent to make friends, who owns a black lab and has just moved to town. Add in a Bella who's smart and a bit sassy, with a black cat and a book store that always has a pot of coffee and a plate of snickerdoodles ready for her customers. Edward goes by Ward, a man with more than a few secrets who wants the sense of community Bella clearly enjoys, but is afraid to reach out and take it.

~ooOoo~

“As long as your dog doesn’t lift his leg on my books, he can come in.”

The feminine voice startled me, and I jerked my head in her direction. I wished I could have been witty in response, but instead I gaped. Deep chocolate brown hair pulled up under a red bandana, a black shirt under ripped overalls, red chucks, and a beguiling smile . . . that’s what greeted me in the doorway as I found my tongue.

“Well, he’s a she, and she’d never think to defile a book.”

“Then you’re both welcome inside.”

Tentatively, I stepped over the threshold. The cat bolted to the cash register, and I couldn't resist petting it. “What’s its name?”

“That’s Charlie. He welcomes everyone to Bookish."

Charlie gave me a headbutt and blinked inquisitive green eyes at me. It was impossible to resist his softness, so I didn't. 

"What’s this girl’s name?”

“Heidi.” At her name, her butt dropped to the scuffed wooden floors, and she held out a paw.

“Isn't that a pretty trick, Heidi?” The woman squatted, shaking Heidi’s paw and rubbing her ears. “And you?”

Me? What about me? “Uh, my name’s Ward.”

“Nice to meet you, Ward. I’m Bella.”

My mouth watered, but it was definitely because of the scent of brewing coffee.

She stroked slender fingers along the cat's back, causing him to arch and purr. "Can I get you some coffee? Cookies?"

"I wasn't planning on staying." Fuck, her eyes were captivating. I saw the amusement, the openness. The ease with strangers necessary for her occupation. 

"I won't force you to stay."

~ooOoo~

Fire in The Water begins posting on July 12, 2022.

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What we're reading in TLS this week:

We are happy to bring you our most recent TLS tested and approved Fic Rec list. The following stories have hit our radar and we want to share them with you! Check them out and leave the author some love and tell them where you saw their story recommended. Enjoy! 

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Alienation of Affections by BitterHarpy
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14088856/5/Alienation-of-Affections
Noun.Dignitary Tort Law:the estrangement of one spouse by a third person from the other. Second chance romance with a twist. Rated M for language. Rated M

Cravings by anhanninen
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13983078/1/Cravings
Cravings are a perfectly normal part of pregnancy, but what isn't normal is knocking on your new neighbor's door with a plate because of a delicious smell. Bella's tiny human demands Edward's cooking and it's impossible for him to say no to the gorgeous, glowing woman on his doorstep. AH Mini-Fic Rated M

Destroyer by planetblue
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14095223/1/Destroyer
I knew better. But I also knew it wouldn't stop me. I was going to destroy her. Rated M

Falling by RMacaroni
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14091251/1/Falling
In almost every sport, it's crucial to learn how to fall. To avoid injuries. To protect yourself. To get back up and keep going. Falling in love is no different. If you do it recklessly, headfirst and without thinking, then it can ruin you. I knew all of this—I've seen love gone wrong in my own home—so why the fuck did I let it happen to me? Rated M

Neighborly Gestures by AgoodWITCH
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14010886/1/Neighborly-Gestures
Edward had a specific set of skills, but most didn’t translate well to everyday life. Trying a more normal existence included putting down roots. What happens when his interest in the brunette in 7G is stunted by his upbringing? Can he show his intentions are more than just neighborly gestures. Rated M

Nisi Atlantída by aushapasha
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14094684/3/Nisi-Atlant%C3%ADda
"… in a single day and night of misfortune, the island of Atlantis disappeared into the depths of the sea." - Plato, 360 B.C. When a renowned archeologist receives a mysterious map, she enlists the help of her former lover to embark on the adventure of a lifetime: To find the lost city of Atlantis. Rated M

Parental Advisory by PearlyFox
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14098606/3/Parental-Advisory
Alice has the best ideas in the world. At least that's what she thinks. The last marvelous idea of Alice Masen was me moving in at her father's house. In retrospect, it was the worst idea she could ever have. Why? Her fucking dad is a fucking masterpiece. Rated M

Rewrite the Stars by turntoPaige394
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14093792/5/Rewrite-the-Stars
Desperate to feel something again after Edward leaves Forks, Bella jumps from the cliff... only this time, Jacob was too late to save her. Unable to stomach a lifetime without his mate, Edward must cross the barriers of time to find Bella and prove to the cruel hand of fate that he is worthy of bringing her back home. Rated M

The Admiral by fanficsR4nerds
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13921216/9/The-Admiral
Captain Cullen takes pride in his merchant ship that sails the Ports of the Caribbean. It's honest work, in the King's name, and he'll be damned if he lets anyone take that from him. Then his world is pulled out from under him, and he's left with two options; forfeit or fight. The race for revenge is on, but this new foe is quite unlike any the Captain has faced before. Rated M

Training Day by iambeagle
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14094438/1/Training-Day
Seconds later, Cullen walks in. He may also be part of the reason why I'm not upset about this training. 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 our feature is the talented iambeagle, author of fandom favs such as From the Ground Up, Between Love and Hate, Shiver, The Procedure, and Don't Delete the Kisses. She's sharing an excerpt of her upcoming fic In Another Life.

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In Another Life

by

iambeagle

Summary: He’s someone else’s husband, and that alone should end all of my thoughts about Edward Cullen.

Snippet from chapter 3: 

“So, that was awkward,” I say as I crawl into bed next to Jared.

He’s on his phone, responding to an email. “What was?” he asks, typing away.

I rub lotion on my arms. “Edward and Gianna arguing like that.”

“Oh. I guess.”

“You didn’t think so?” I push.

“I don’t know. I’m not trying to get in the middle of it,” Jared says absently.

“I’m not either. Just thought it was strange, is all. They don’t bicker like that in front of us.”

“Hm.”

I can tell he’s not listening, and he doesn’t want to talk about this anymore. I don’t even know why I want to dissect it, really. It’s not like it was a huge blow-up fight or anything, but still. 

I know no marriage is perfect, but I never really got the vibe that Edward and Gianna had any problems whatsoever. Both are generally mild-mannered. They’re also not grotesquely affectionate with one another in public. They’re the type of easygoing couple who can fit in with anyone. 

That’s not to say they blend in, though. They stand out. They’re both striking in their looks. Gianna, with her glossy dark hair, naturally tan skin, and slender figure. Edward with his… well, everything, I guess. His sharp jaw. His intense, green eyes. His hair is a wreck most days, but it works well. Doesn’t matter if he’s going to the store or attending an event, his hair is chaotic, but it’s him. 

If I’m being honest, there’s been an attraction there since day one. I’d have to be blind to not admit that. The attraction for him doesn’t just stop at his looks, though. He’s dynamic. Funny. He’s rugged but in an understated way. He’s genuine and a talented author. A good father and a—

Loving husband.

He’s someone else’s husband, and that alone should end all of my thoughts about Edward.

But I’m human.

And Edward is too goddamn handsome for me not to notice.

Remember to put iambeagle on alert. In Another Life begins posting on Tuesday, July 5, 2022.