Showing posts with label Chicklette. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chicklette. Show all posts

Friday, May 4, 2012

Retro Recs Pt. 2




How did we all fall into this tunnel that is fanfiction? Easy - one fanfic at a time.

And since we know that many of you out there are just now starting this crazy journey, we thought we'd share some stories that have accompanied our first step in our earlier days of sleepless nights, burnt dinners, forgotten kids, all in the agitated, gut-wrenching, breath-stopping days of waiting for an update that would make us or break us.

Now the majority of those jewels have long been completed, and those of you who are fairly new to this might not have heard of these stories, since they've been around the block a couple of times.

The purpose of our Oldie But Goodie is just this - to bring to you a selection of some stories that can justly deserve to be called "classics" in Twilight fanfiction, that are complete and readily available to the common fanfic addict on any fanfic site (fanfiction, ADF or Twilighted to name but a few).

We have, therefore, deliberately omitted those "pillars of the earth" that, due to the convoluted and perilous ways of the fanfic world, have either been pulled by the authors or are otherwise no longer available to the general public in fanfic format.


Enjoy! 


And just in case you missed it, here's our first part one of our stroll down the Fandom's Classics Wing.  Retro Recs



Bare by stella luna sky
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5115281/1/Bare
Winner of two Summer 2009 Indies. A beautifully plain girl writes the colors used to unravel a young prodigy of the brushstroke. What color are the eyes that see through the heart? Forest green and their rooted brown. AH/M. COMPLETE.

Bella Swan: Kidnapper  by Kambria Rain
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5062719/1/Bella_Swan_Kidnapper
Um. Hi. I don't really know how to say this, but I have your kids with me, and I was thinking maybe you would like them back. So yeah… call me.

Engine 17 by EmmaleeWrites05
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5459813/1/
Summary: More than 2 million career and volunteer firefighters serve in more than 50,000 departments throughout the United States – This is just one stations story. Slightly OOC, AU, AH, canon pairings, rated M for a reason...full summary inside...

Frenemies by AngryBadgerGirl
http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1758044/AngryBadgerGirl
Friends, rivals, lovers. Things are testy between Edward and Bella, and with both of theirs hearts set on being number one it's going to be a fight. Available on PDF by the author.

Get Me to You by Chicklette
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5252934/1/Get_Me_to_You
Winner of Winter 2010 Indie! Pet names and Pop Tarts. Sunday mornings with Etta and Ella. Cibola. Candymouth. You finally realize the truth. What if it's too late? M for drinking, drug use, sex and effing language. Bella & Jasper AH, OOC.

How to Save a Life by unholy.obsession
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6249615/1/How_To_Save_a_Life_Repost
Bella, Edward, Alice & crew. What's going on with Bella's new best friend's older brother, Edward? What exactly happened in his past that has turned the former golden boy into a shadow of himself?

If You Could Read My Mind by bella c'ella luna
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5122919/1/If_You_Could_Read_My_Mind
Bella has moved back home to Forks. It's only a matter of time until she crosses paths with Edward Cullen, her former best friend and first love. They both thought that they had moved on... full of angst. All-human, LEMONS.

Son of a Preacher Man by LaViePastiche
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5058174/1/Son_of_a_Preacher_Man
The wild son of a famous televangelist, Jasper likes to love 'em and leave 'em. Will he meet his match in Bella, who's in love with his sister's boyfriend Edward? And what happens when Edward finally notices her? AH, B/E

Stay by crimsonmarie
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4756566/1/Stay
As an actor, Edward Cullen is surrounded by people that he couldn't really care less about. What happens when he buys a house in the middle of nowhere and meets his new neighbors? AH, AU, ExB, rated M for future chapters and language.

The List by LauraACullen
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4934524/1/The_List
Four weeks before her wedding to Edward, Bella is frustrated. She knows there's little-to-no chance of getting him to bend his rules and boundaries now, but there's no harm in fantasizing about what could happen later. So she begins compiling a list...

The Rain Season by elusivetwilight
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5249534/1/The_Rain_Season
After trauma of losing her parents, Bella receives a letter from old family friend Esme inviting her to come to Scotland where she and her family are currently settled. Angsty read with AH cast and perhaps Edward in a kilt.

The Weight of Words by Georgeygirl
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5463683/1/
Summary: Bella is in the final months as an undergrad student at U of T. When
she meets the PhD candidate who will be the TA of her senior Shakespeare
course, her world is turned on end . What do you do when the only man you want
is the one you can't have?

Friday, February 24, 2012

Meet the Poll: What we read in TLS this week



Each week we share with you what we are reading and enjoying. The following made the top of our lists last week. Please help us determine which 5 of these will be featured as fics of the week, next week, by choosing FIVE from the poll on the right.


A Hope Renewed by Hopesparkles

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7586716/1/A_Hope_Renewed

A misunderstanding leads to a forced marriage between Bella who is caring for her ailing father after losing their home, and Edward who has recently inherited his uncle's estate and has no intention of taking a wife. All Human/Regency era fic.



All That Remains by TheEdwardians-rec'd by Dragnfli Threethreesix

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6723327/1/All_That_Remains

He had it all; perfect wife, beautiful children and a job he loved. Until she walked into his life and turned it upside down. When the dust settles after fate is through with them, who will be left standing? Twilight - Rated: M


An Abridged Account by Alchemilla Mollis

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5164036/1/An_Abridged_Account

An Abridged Account of the Sexual History of Edward Cullen, as told to Bella Swan. Edward recounts a somewhat disastrous history of encounters with women through the 20th century, as Bella become more and more impatient to have an encounter of their own.




An Imperfect Love by Mistyhaze420-rec'd by Agrutle

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5080257/1/

After Edward leaves Bella & Alice leaves Jasper, their worlds collide. They have no one to turn to but each other for comfort and become good friends...but maybe more. But is it enough to mean forever? Graphic language, lemons in the future. J&B Twilight - Rated: M



Contextually Speaking by Cosmogirl7481-rec'd by Jaime Arkin

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7816783/1/

Bella spends her days surrounded by books and her nights immersed in them. Reading but not living. Imagining but not experiencing. One night changes everything. A story about wrong numbers and a stranger with all the right words. Twilight - Rated: M



Better Than Pie by Savannavansmutsmut

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7793773/1/Better_than_Pie

Bella decides marriage will solve her financial problems and auctions herself off as a wife, only to be bought by an unsuspecting Edward who cares for his meddling Down Syndrome brother, Emmett. All human and cannon.




Crash & Burn by TwistarJunkie-rec'd by Dragnfli Threethreesix


http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7642507/1/Crash_Burn

When Bella Swan moves to Forks and runs into the Cullens, she finally feels like she's home, but the absence of one proves to trouble her. Edward, now the black sheep of the family, lives life plagued by drug addiction. Could Bella be his saving grace? Twilight - Rated: M




Dine & Dash by Katherine-Alexis-Tyler-'K.A.T-rec'd by Jo Kline

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7010018/1/Dine_and_Dash

Bella gets dared dine&dash but gets caught by the restaurants owner, Edward Cullen.19 year old deadly sexy gang leader and the enemy of the gang her bestfriend Jacob belongs to.Now shes stuck in his territory to avoid a permanent record.AH Possessward Twilight - Rated: M



Fatherhood, Formula & Other F Words by Anhanninen-rec'd by Jaime Arkin

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7520210/1/

When man-whore, foul-mouthed Edward's life takes an unexpected turn, he's left with a baby to raise. With the help of a friendly neighbor, he learns sometimes the unexpected could be the best thing that's ever happened. All Human Twilight - Rated: M



For Whom The Bell Tolls by Cyrabear-rec'd by Evilnat

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6460691/1/For_Whom_The_Bell_Tolls

There's a dusty old bookstore in Seattle where the proprietor keeps odd hours and knows the location of every book in his stock. What surprises hide in its stacks? Twilight - Rated: M



Get Me to You by Chicklette-rec'd by Edmazing

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5252934/1/Get_Me_to_You

Winner of Winter 2010 Indie! Pet names and Pop Tarts. Sunday mornings with Etta and Ella. Cibola. Candymouth. You finally realize the truth. What if it's too late? M for drinking, drug use, sex and effing language. ExBxJxAxEm/POV, AH, OOC. Twilight - Rated: M



Going Under by Sparklnfade-rec'd by Jaime Arkin

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7728698/1/

It's been ten years since the summer Bella Swan's life changed. What will happen when she comes face to face with the reason for it? She went under once, will she go under again? AH ExB

Twilight - Rated: M



High Anxiety by EdwardsBloodType-rec'd by Suebee Betafairy

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5222490/1/High_Anxiety

Cute, trendy Bella returns home to escape the heartache of her past. She immediately befriends neighbors Jasper and Edward, bonding with them in the treehouse out back. Bella and Edward discover they have more in common than they ever dreamed of. AH A/U Twilight - Rated: M



Mood Ring by Lifelesslyndsey-rec'd by Agrutle

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5413744/1/bMood_b_bRing_b

When there is nothing left for Bella, she decided she wants out. Standing in front of the white house, razor blade in hand, she says good bye the only way she can think of. A bloody good bye. But who cut's there wrists at a vampires house?JxB Lemons ahead Twilight - Rated: M



Reboot by Diana Law-rec'd by Mina Rivera

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6222640/1/Reboot

It's near the end of Breaking Dawn and the Volturi Confrontation does NOT end peacefully. They attack and Bella and Edward both die. So how come it's Bella's first day in Forks, all over again? BxE, AU Lemons & Fluff Continued From Athey! COMPLETE! Twilight - Rated: M



Speaking In Code by Mamabean-rec'd by Dragnfli Threethreesix

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7399839/1/Speaking_in_Code

Edward Cullen's trash is his neighbors' torture, and now his house is in violation of Chapter 36 of the Seattle Municipal Code. When Inspector Swan shows up to issue a citation, sparks will fly! ExB, AH  Twilight - Rated: M



Take This Heart by Bookwormbaby2580-rec'd by Mina Rivera

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6386219/1/Take_This_Heart

Bella's life is a constant choice between bad and worse until she moves to Forks and meets the one man who can ease her burdens. But trust doesn't always come easily, especially when life has taught you that you're safer on your own. M for abuse and sex. Twilight - Rated: M



The Foreign Papers by Javamomma0921-rec'd by Ryden

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6695089/1/The_Foreign_Papers

AU - Bella Swan is an expert in antique documents. When the paper trail she is following leads overseas and she finds herself enamored with an enigmatic man named Edward Masen, will her training be enough to help her solve the mystery surrounding him? Twilight - Rated: M



The Life and Death of Isabella Swan by ImHereToReview-rec'd by Kitty Vuitton

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7550056/1/The_Life_and_Death_of_Isabella_Swan

Isabella Swan's battle with a near constant illness baffles doctors. Can anyone find the cure before it's too late? E&B, canon pairings, lemons to come  Twilight - Rated: M



The Mirrors by Adorablecullens-rec'd by Tracy Cotton Geuea

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4971734/1/The_Mirrors

Teddy's secret and magical childhood is lost when a family heirloom is destroyed, changing his life forever. Now an adult, can Edward open himself back up to magic and love when he meets a beautiful - and hauntingly familiar - woman in real life? Twilight - Rated: M



The Selkie Wife by Lissa Bryan-rec'd by Mina Rivera

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7598322/1/The_Selkie_Wife

Set during the reign of "Bloody Mary" Tudor. Bella is captured by Edward to raise his daughter. He promises to release her one day, but will he? Court intrigues and danger around every corner. Can they, and their new-found love, survive? Rated M/OOC/AU Twilight - Rated: M



This Is Who I Am by Pattyrose-rec'd by Rose Arcadia

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5980177/1/This_Is_Who_I_Am

Edward Cullen, successful business exec/playboy/all around bad boy. Bella Swan, divorced mom/graphic artist/unwilling to trust her heart to the likes of someone like Edward again. Will she give him a chance? Does he even deserve one? Twilight - Rated: M



To Have & To Hold by Shahula-rec'd by Nic

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6956161/1/To_Have_and_To_Hold

One night of passion leads to big changes for Bella as she faces the consequences. But will she fess up to their actions or keep the forbidden romance going? Is he hers to have and to hold or will he be another's before its all over? Rated M,AH,BxE  Twilight - Rated: M



Unplanned Perfection by Littlecat358-rec'd by Agrutle

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6229263/1/

Bella and Alice were best friends, which made Bella the only girl off limits to Alice's brother Edward. When a party the summer after graduation gets out of control, Bella's world is turned upside down. "He doesn't know. I don't want him to." Twilight - Rated: M



Water Landing by Camoozle-rec'd by VampsHaveLaws

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7588907/1/Water_Landing

High School's a lot like a plane crash. You check for the exit. You secure your mask. And if you're lucky, you survive. AU, AH, All EPOV. Twilight - Rated: M

Monday, May 23, 2011

Meet the Poll - what we're reading this week in TLS:

Blood and Glory by drotuno
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6755101/1/Blood_and_Glory
The definition of a mercenary is a soldier for hire. His crew are trained fighting machines. Hers are smart PIs. What happens when they need each other to survive? Canon couples. AH/AU/ Rated M for lots of reasons, including violence and lemons. Twilight - Rated: M


Captive by totteacher
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6973645/1/Captive
Bella is kidnapped only to find herself in an unground Empire of Vampires. Her only chance to survive is to be chosen by the Dark Prince as his offerring, submiting herself to an unknown future against her will, the only other option is death. Twilight - Rated: M

Cullen, Unscripted by FictionFreak95 (FL95)
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5901030/22/Cullen_Unscripted
When Edward Cullen scores an entry level internship as a writer for his distant Uncle's TV Station immediately following College, his life takes some crazy turns as he makes new friends and finds love. AH, BxE, Rated L for Lemons, Laughing and Language.

Finding Bree Tanner by coldplaywhore
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6629214/1/Finding_Bree_Tanner
A comedy about trying to find your way in life, while trying to 'rescue' your high school sweetheart from hers, only to discover she doesn't want to be helped. Rated M for language and all that good stuff. Don't be fooled, this is BxE all the way.  Twilight - Fiction Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor

Get Me to You by Chicklette
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5252934/1/
Winner of Winter 2010 Indie! Pet names and Pop Tarts. Sunday mornings with Etta and Ella. Cibola. Candymouth. You finally realize the truth. What if it's too late? M for drinking, drug use, sex and effing language. ExBxJxAxEm/POV, AH, OOC.
Twilight - Rated: M

In Your World by solostintwilight
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6811278/1/In_Your_World
Bella is running from her life when it takes an unexpected detour, To Amish Country in rural Iowa where she finds sanctuary with a caring family. And meets a man who draws her into his world. Welcome to the world of Amishward. Twilight - Rated: M -

It Happened One Night by spanglemaker9
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6944979/1/It_Happened_One_Night
Just one night, just for fun, no strings and no expectations. Simple things never stay that way. Twilight - Rated: M

Just Breathe by jtmd24
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6844825/1/Just_Breathe
What happens when the man you've loved for 6 years starts to change right before your eyes? Bella is forced to question her heart when the black sheep of the family returns. In the end, will she put her trust in the right person? AR/OOC/lemons  Twilight - Rated: M

Last First Kiss by AcrossTheSkyInStars
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4955956/1/bLast_b_bFirst_b_bKiss_b
A/H. When Bella gets accepted to Dartmouth - her dream school - she attends with her best friend/roommate Alice. While there she meets the heartbreakingly beautiful Edward Cullen and finds that she has to deal with his past and her present.

Little Green and Easybella by BettiGefecht
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6412470/1/Little_Green_and_Easybella
Bella and Edward have met before. She only remembers a silent little boy, he doesn't remember her at all. When they see each other again after years, nothing's the same any more. ExB, AU, AH. Lemon: yes. Smut: no. Entry for the "Cherry Exchange" contest Twilight - Rated: M

Meet the Masens by Fictionfreak95
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6987169/1/Meet_the_Masens
In a world based on deceit, who do you trust? AH, BxE Twilight - Rated: M

Rosebud by Arabella's
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6806825/1/
Millionaire Edward fell quickly for small town Bella, and their dreamy romance soon led to wedding bells. When their new marriage is about to fall apart, Bella goes missing. Edward is determined to search for her, but does Bella want to be found? AU-Human
Twilight - Rated: M

Sleep on the Floor by sexycereal
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6228262/1/Sleep_On_The_Floor
He steals my coffee first, my virginity second and my heart third. College fluff. AH.
Twilight - Rated: M

The Diva Diaries by KiyaRaven
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5782299/1/The_Diva_Diaries
Dear Diary, I've stupidly agreed to star with Edward Jack-ass Cullen in a new Broadway show. What the hell was I thinking? I still haven't forgiven him for what he did to me during drama school. I hope the show opens before I murder him horribly. Bella.
Twilight - Rated: M

The Roommate by MandyLeigh87
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6945446/1/The_Roommate
I needed a roommate. What I got was one heck of a problem. AH BxE Rated M
Twilight - Rated: M

Under the Boardwalk by Meguhbot and Robicorn
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6462831/1/Under_the_Boardwalk
With the summer brings new people, and with the fall, an empty space they once were. See what happens when Bella meets Edward and one harmless lie turns their world upside down. Taboo/Teacher student. lemons. Be warned. Collab with Robicorn. Twilight - Rated: M

Wicked Angel by DevilishPleasures
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5631446/1/Wicked_Angel
I am Edward Cullen and I have a deadly secret: I am a hit man. My new target: Isabella Newton. With the help of my friends, we plan the crime of the century. What the hell am I going to do when she becomes more than my target and becomes my life...?
Twilight - Rated: M

A Thousand Leaves by BellaSunshine
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6276284/1/A_Thousand_Leaves
Isabella Swan grew up as the best friend of Alice Cullen, younger sister of Edward Cullen, who was never nice to Bella despite her being an "honorary Cullen." Everything changes when Edward is sent to prison for the murder of Bella's mother. AU-Human
Twilight - Rated: M

Thursday, March 10, 2011

FICS OF THE WEEK 3/7 - 3/13/2011



Here is what EdwardsBloodType, author of High Anxiety and IBYLT, has to say about FAP:

Author’s description: Dirty talking Edward Masen convinces amateur novelist, Bella Swan, that all she needs to become a good writer is a little more 'research' on her subject matter. 11yrs of history won't make it weird. After all, it's For Authentication Purposes.
I like my angst, and I like it deep, dark, tear inducing, heart clenching, and generally gutting in every way. However, once in a while a story comes along that even though the majority of it is fluff, I am compelled to read.
107yearoldvirgin has a definite knack for humor and wit, without ever wavering on the line of ridiculous or corny. Everything she writes is golden, and her new story, FAP had me sucked in from the start just with her unique characterizations. At thirteen chapters in, I’m anxiously holding onto every word, waiting for… well… for them to finally do it.
Let me explain. FAP is the story of Bunny and Wardo, two college aged kids who have known each other since they were children. Because of a Prom night gone awry, she’s left with a deep animosity toward Edward and needless to say, she’s not at all pleased to learn that they share one of their university classes. Things quickly go from bad to worse when she leaves her laptop open and Wardo stumbles upon the romance novel Bella’s been diligently working on. And it’s awful…ripping bodices, aching nubs, aroused flowers…the kind of novel where that Fabio guy graces the paperback cover shirtless and windblown, wielding a sword.
You see, she has quite the following as an internet fanfiction writer, so she thinks she’s got the skill to pen something real. However, Wardo completely disagrees. He scoffs at her lack of knowledge in the area of carnal desires, and offers up his “services” to her, insisting a writer should always stick to what she knows. And it’s obvious she doesn’t know a thing about sex. Turns out, Edward Masen is a damn good teacher.
So their journey into sexual enlightenment begins. Edward is cocky and fun and has secretly been crushing on Bella for years, whereas Bella is completely in the dark about this, torn between hating his guts and jumping his bones. It’s going to be one hell of a ride.
107Yearoldvirgin updates a few times a week with short, really well written chapters that leave you breathless and horny, aching for more. I have such a crush on this Edward, I want to take him home and let him teach me everything he knows…because you know what they say, it’s never too late to learn.
Xoxox EdwardsBloodType
                                                                                                  



"The liberties he assumes with my body should enrage me, anger me beyond my own sanity. But it's just not that simple." Encounters born of need. Consequences neither saw coming. Guard your hearts. Not the ExB you're used to. AH


Here is what fandom fav, blinkie queen and fellow fic pimp, Rose Arcadia, has to say about FyW:


When I first started following Jadalulu (aka @JadaPattinson) on Twitter, I had no idea she was thinking of writing.  All I knew was that she was full of fire and wit, I adore her!  When she asked me to take a look at her first fanfic, I figured why not...I couldn't believe it.  This was her first fanfic?  Not only was the plot dangerously addicting and mysterious, but it was written extremely well.  I immediately started pimping this.

It's just that damn good.

From the start it jumps right into this Prologue, filled with insane rough sex.  It's harsh.  It's shocking.  It's...hot!  Just that fact alone confuses you, because every rational thought in your head is screaming for you not to be turned on.  Yeah, not gonna happen.  You're gonna read and suddenly gonna wish you had ShamWow underwear on.  And the things that come out of the man's mouth, dear Lord...

Now, as the story begins, you get a very tiring look at the life which Bella leads.  It's described in such detail that you find yourself feeling exhausted for her.  Then out of nowhere, Edward comes in and everything changes.  He has a sexual proposition for her, which she immediately refused and dismissed.  But ultimately, circumstances force her hand.  Looking at the pros and cons, she tells herself she can handle it and decides to accept his offer.  

Lil' girl has no idea what she has gotten herself into.

The psychological struggles that she faces are real and deep.  Very deep.  Now I know most of us would jump at a change to ride the Edward train, but in reality, it would be like making a deal with the devil.  Jadalulu really digs into this part of the story, leaving you no doubts whatsoever about Bella's true thoughts and feelings.  But when she does go to Edward, as much as she wants to hate him for the his taunting, humiliating foreplay, she ends up enjoying it...craving it even.

As the story continues, Bella discovers a few things about Edward, making her dare to believe that maybe he does have a soul.  With every observation or piece of information she gets, the fic actually gets even more mysterious.   Jadalulu has every reader on the edge of their seats, not only for the intense Roughward scenes, but to discover what brought him to be this man in the first place.  It's sexy, addicting, dark and emotional...and as events begin to unfold through the chapters, you'll see that there is much more to this amazing fic than just angry sex.  

What a great billboard that would make, eh?  Come for the rough fucking, stay for the plot!

Go read this if you aren't already.  Will you be disappointed?  Absolutely NOT!  Quickly addicted?  Yes, I'm afraid so...but you'll thank me for it.


                                                                                                   

When Private Eye Edward Cullen decides to investigate the "accidental death" of an old friend, he finds more people are involved then he originally theorized as the case takes twists & turns he never saw coming after Bella Swan arrives in town. AH, BxE


Here is what belladonnacullen, author of Rubbish and The Practice of Love, has to say about the Dick:

 



                                                                                                                   

Edward Masen's life intersects with Bella's at the restaurant he dines at for lunch every Friday. He's handsome, arrogant, and is used to avoiding love. She isn't impressed by the things that usually have women falling at his feet. AH/AU.

Here is what Chicklette, fanfiction author of Get me to you and
 Of Kith and Kin, has to say about Fridays:


It starts like this:  The number of open tabs on my Firefox window is low.  I have no new updates in my inbox.  I have an expanse of free time.  I need a fic fix.  So I scour the blogs for recs.  I ask my friends if they’re reading anything good.  I tweet my need and follow the links that our awesome fandom sends me.

Then I dive in.  I read the first paragraph.  Then another…and if I’m lucky, I find myself pushing that “next” button over and over and over, until I’m out of story to read.  (Then I send the author gushy and inarticulate reviews, but we won’t talk about that, mmmkay?)

So it began with Fridays at Noon.  The elements aren’t terribly original: Beyond-wealthy, CEOward.  Humble and broke Bella.  But what keeps this from being your ordinary twific is this:  Troublefollows1017’s fantastic writing.  More to the point?  Her fantastic Bella.

Bella is a waitress at a high-end Seattle restaurant, where Edward Masen is a regular customer, each Friday at noon.  When she is asked to wait on the restaurant’s most prestigious guest, Bella is a clumsy, nervous mess.  When she spills an expensive bottle on wine on Masen’s even more expensive suit, she’s is terrified and mortified.  But when Masen presents her with his dry-cleaning bill, after stiffing her for the tip on an outrageously expensive tab, well, that’s when Bella gets even:
"Well, I just wanted to apologize one more time." I reached into my messenger bag and immediately his smile disappeared. Perhaps he didn't trust that security had checked my bag thoroughly enough. Maybe he thought I was going to shoot him.
I pulled out a shiny nickel and placed it on his desk. "Sorry for spilling on your pants." I reached in and pulled out another nickel. "Sorry for not meeting your standards today. Waitress school was a real bitch." And another. "Sorry you are a pretentious ass, who for some reason thinks that he can yell at people and make them a jittery mess when all they're trying to do is make a living because not everyone in this world can afford to buy eight thousand dollar suits or drink four thousand dollar bottles of wine. Some of us scrape by, having to watch every penny and nickel."
I opened the flap on my bag and dumped the contents onto his desk. One thousand, one hundred and forty nickels to be exact. They spilled over the side of his desk and covered all the papers and folders that were sitting in front of him.
"Fifty-seven dollars. I believe that was what it cost you to clean your pants today. Consider us even."
As I headed out his office door, I couldn't help but smile. The look on his face was worth every nickel.

Do you see now why I love this story?  And that’s just in chapter one!  In chapter two, Edward gets a little payback of his own, and by chapter three, the two are on a bona fide date.  However, don’t think it’s all smooth sailing.  This is not a fluff fic.  There is plenty of angst and drama, some heartbreak, a dash of corporate espionage, a madman who is after Edward…or is it Bella? 

The usual cast of supporting characters come along for the ride, yet nothing about them is cliché.  Rosalie is a bitch…but with reason.  Emmett is big and buff, but not a mindless oaf and Alice is quite un-pixieish.  My favorite though, has to be Jasper.  Shocking, I know.  ;)  I love how the author has developed the friendship between Bella and her roommate, Jasper.  It’s a real relationship, complete with concern, caring and even a few heavy arguments thrown in for good measure.  It’s real, and when a fic can bring something real into my fantasy land?  I’m a happy reader. 

Some of my favorite fics have recently wrapped up, and my inbox gets lonely.  It’s terrific to know that come Friday, I will have this Edward, and this Bella, to see me through another week.  Please give it a try.  You’ll be glad you did.
                                                                       

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