TLS Fics Of The Week 1/8/13 - 1/14/13

Salacious by  Cutestkidsmom
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8745367/1/Salacious
In a world where money is power, and  power is everything, Edward must stay true to the society he was raised in to,  and stay true to its values. Laid back Bella is the object of his affection, and  he will stop at nothing to have her, What is your life worth? Would you hand it  over to a beautiful stranger for money? M for language, sexual content, and some  violent situations AH  Rated: Fiction

Reviewed by: FoolforEdward and Eternally Edward’s Girl

Salacious
/sa ‘la SHas/
Arousing to sexual desire or imagination
Treating sexual matters in an indecent way
Lustful, lecherous
(Source: Oxford English Dictionary; Merriam-Webster Online)

 The very title of this story draws us in with the promise of a journey of intrigue into a world of non-conformist sexual behaviour. And the promise is matched by the experience.

Isabella (Bella) Swan, a beautiful young woman seemingly without family, suddenly and unexpectedly finds herself in dire financial need.

Edward Masen-Cullen is the enigmatic personality behind a beautiful face and sexy demeanour. He is wealthy, powerful, refined, caring, controlling, sensitive and quick to anger. A real dichotomy

Like eating a really decadent chocolate soufflé where every delicious spoonful brings you closer to the wonderful gooey centre, the author with each chapter of Salacious, captivates her readers by feeding them just enough of this tasty morsel to keep them wanting more. She confidently leads the way through the workings of a secret society and along the way we learn more about the man behind the mask and the shared pain, which connects Bella and Edward.  And whilst the subversive plot against either or both Bella and Edward is a slow burn – the stormy and passionate nature of their lustful push-pull relationship is fast paced and whip-lash inducing. Their sexual chemistry is palpable and their volatile confrontations only add oxygen to an already blazing fire – but it is the tender side that each slowly reveals to the other that has every reader hoping for a lasting relationship between these two.

The author has created a storyline, which holds her readers captive with each chapter – we simply crave more and more.  We love this down-to-earth, feisty Bella. And her Edward – complex, pained and mercurial – handsome beyond belief, obviously knows how to seduce a woman (swoon!).  We crave to know the man behind the mask, he is impossible to resist and even if you sometimes hate him, you find yourself wanting him (who can blame Bella?).

This wonderful reading experience is made possible through the consummate skill and undeniable talent of cutekidsmom.

As both betas on this story and readers of her works, we are honoured to gain insight and enjoy the journey along with all her readers.

Salacious is a WIP, currently 12 chapters in and is updated at least weekly.

Glycerine by Livie79
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8748149/1/Glycerine
Glycerine: Sweet, clear, odorless...harmless, unless mixed with the wrong  ingredients. When Bella decided to fulfill a fantasy, Edward was happy to  oblige. No strings, no obligations. But when their paths cross months later, a  spark is ignited and the tables are turned. Will the highly combustible mixture  of lust and love survive or create an explosion that will destroy them both?   Rated: Fiction M

A Home for the Holidays by CullensTwiMistress
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8812351/1/
Bella's roommate, Kate, offers her a place to stay during Christmas break.  Unfortunately for Bella, Kate's dad is kind of a DILF. Attraction, UST, and a  meddling daughter may just bring these two together. AH; ExB. Rated: Fiction  M

The Gentleman-Book 1 by MasterAskim
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8783965/1/The-Gentlemen-Book-1
Bella Dwyer was an average girl until tragedy strikes and her life is  turned upside-down by the mysterious organization known only as "The Gentlemen".  Bella must learn to navigate the web of intrigue these power-brokers weave  around her and decide once and for all who she can trust before time runs out  for her and her new allies. Rated M for language and violence.  Rated: Fiction  M

You Own Me by BeeCute82
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8400917/1/You-Own-Me
At the roll of the dice, Edward wins what he has been dreaming of for the  last two years. A night with his mob boss's son's girlfriend, sexy pole dancer  Isabella Swan. What will happen in one night full of passion and lust? What  dangers will follow after their one wild night? Rated: Fiction M

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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 Home for the Holidays by CullensTwiMistress-rec'd by Six Dlbfive/Nic
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8812351/1/
Bella's roommate, Kate, offers her a place to stay during Christmas break. Unfortunately for Bella, Kate's dad is kind of a DILF. Attraction, UST, and a meddling daughter may just bring these two together. AH; ExB. Rated: Fiction M

A Love So Beautiful by Ange de L'aube-rec'd by Mercyrus Tales
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8390785/1/A-Love-So-Beautiful
The summer sun went down on their love long ago. But in their hearts they still can't let the other go. Bella's love for Edward is put through the biggest test of all: time. Can their love survive and overcome all obstacles when there is no hope? Set in the late 19th Century.
Rated: Fiction M

A Sort of Fairy Tale by Staceleo-rec'd by Cutestkidsmom
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8772985/1/A-Sort-of-Fairy-Tale
A pampered prince in need of redemption. A bitter maiden in search of long lost passion. Can forgiveness and love lead to happily ever after? A modern day fairy tale.
Rated: Fiction M

Between Us by Nuttyginger-rec'd by Nic
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8442865/1/Between-Us
He was the same and different all in one body. The boy I had once loved had turned into a man...temptation in a tie, had swagger for days...and a curious British lilt that makes my insides tumble. Could we ever be what we were or am I just completely screwed? AH, ExB
Rated: Fiction M

Black Candy by JadoreJAC-rec'd by Moni M.
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8491996/1/Black-Candy
I like to play amongst the wicked, douse myself in sin, fall into bed at 3AM, then do it all again.
Rated: Fiction M

By Way of Sorrow by Jaxington-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8612085/1/By-Way-of-Sorrow
Bella Cullen has spent the last ninety-five years giving everything to protect her family and mourning the loss of her long dead human husband. A trip to Alaska to meet Tanya's latest romantic interest changes everything. The vampire she meets there has his face, his hair, and his body, but not his memories. It's a strange new world. Rated: Fiction M

Carnelian and Ice by Raum-rec'd by Six Dlbfive
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8592134/1/Carnelian-and-Ice
COMPLETE - "A man struggling to escape from the darkness, and a woman who thinks she doesn't deserve the light. How will an ice sculpture affect their lives?" AU with vampires.
Rated: Fiction M

Chop and Change by Krazyk85-rec'd by Credoroza
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8291981/1/Chop-and-Change
While trying to steal his car, runaway, Bella, meets Edward. A man with his own vices and rap sheet. Taking her under his wing, teaching her the way to truly boost cars, they embark on a journey of crime fitting of Bonnie and Clyde. ExB, Lemons, Violence, Guns, and Fun. HEA. BPOV.
Rated: Fiction M

Dance Me to the End of Love by Fitterhappier-rec'd by Ange de L'aube
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5470663/1/Dance-Me-to-the-End-of-Love
In turn of the century Moscow, a lowly pianist is hired to play for a privileged dancer taught to believe that talent and success are the only things in life that matter. Will she let her guard down and risk it all for a chance at true love? AH. Rated: Fiction M

Eighteen by Landdownunder-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5459081/1/Eighteen
Bella tells dreamy tales of her memories...yet even she may be missing a part of her own story. A twisting of the Twilight narrative. Rated: Fiction M

Glycerine by Livie79-rec'd by Nic/Evilnat/Rose Arcadia
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8748149/1/Glycerine
Glycerine: Sweet, clear, odorless...harmless, unless mixed with the wrong ingredients. When Bella decided to fulfill a fantasy, Edward was happy to oblige. No strings, no obligations. But when their paths cross months later, a spark is ignited and the tables are turned. Will the highly combustible mixture of lust and love survive or create an explosion that will destroy them both?
Rated: Fiction M

Let It Be Me by Chantiemaya-rec'd by Bernadette Lentini-Jones
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8803917/1/Let-It-Be-Me
A new guest at Bella's hotel turns out to be a ghost from her past. He doesn't seem to remember what happened between them, while she is being plagued by bad memories. Edward feels a deep connection to that beautiful, angry girl, but she seems to shy away from any male attention. WARNING: under age drinking, drug use, assault, dark themes. MA, OOC, ExB, AH
Rated: Fiction M

Mate of Honor by MagTwi78-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8750134/1/Mate-of-Honor
Best friends Bella and Edward have a deal—if they're not married by the time they're 30, they'll marry each other. While she's been searching for Mr. Right, he's been busy with Miss. Right Now. Would you be happy seeing your long-time love say 'I do' to someone else? B & E, M
Rated: Fiction M

Of Lions and Lambs by Angie's Twilight-rec'd by Kitty Vuitton
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8822463/1/Of-Lions-and-Lambs
I loved him fiercely, but somehow that was never enough for him. Bella and Edward grew up together, but everything changed, and Bella was pushed to the backseat of his life. Years have passed, but Charlie's death forces Bella to return to Forks where she must face everything she ran from. Rated: Fiction M

Roar Like a Lion by Counselor-rec'd by Six Dlbfive/Pawspeaches
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8606103/1/
1936, Edward and Jasper work as loggers. They work hard and play harder. Bella and Jacob come to the camp to open the school. Problem is the unmarried men have a great time running off the teachers. When Edward sees Bella a roar starts to build inside. She's everything he can't stand. And he's pretty despicable. Trouble. Rated: Fiction M

Salacious by Cutestkidsmom-rec'd by Jenny McGary Leonard
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8745367/1/Salacious
In a world where money is power, and power is everything, Edward must stay true to the society he was raised in to, and stay true to its values. Laid back Bella is the object of his affection, and he will stop at nothing to have her, What is your life worth? Would you hand it over to a beautiful stranger for money? M for language, sexual content, and some violent situations AH
Rated: Fiction M

The Gentleman-Book 1 by MasterAskim-rec'd by Cutestkidsmom
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8783965/1/The-Gentlemen-Book-1
Bella Dwyer was an average girl until tragedy strikes and her life is turned upside-down by the mysterious organization known only as "The Gentlemen". Bella must learn to navigate the web of intrigue these power-brokers weave around her and decide once and for all who she can trust before time runs out for her and her new allies. Rated M for language and violence.
Rated: Fiction M

The Long Road Home by MidnightLove87-rec'd by Six Dlbfive
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8791988/1/The-Long-Road-Home
When Bella is left with no other options of making it home for the holidays, she's crushed about having to stay on campus. What happens when her former flame sees her tears? Will he be her savior? Or will they end up remembering the real reason they broke up all those years ago? *Christmas Fic* B/E AH Rated: Fiction M

The Right Guy by ThatEnglishWriter-rec'd by Edmazing
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8736905/1/The-Right-Guy
Bella always finds the wrong guy. The one who can't satisfy her, ahem, needs. The one who really wants her best friend, Rosalie. But even if she never finds the Right Guy, there's always a glass of wine and the sympathetic ear of Edward, her faithful barman. Rated: Fiction M

You Own Me by BeeCute82-rec'd by Nic
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8400917/1/You-Own-Me
At the roll of the dice, Edward wins what he has been dreaming of for the last two years. A night with his mob boss's son's girlfriend, sexy pole dancer Isabella Swan. What will happen in one night full of passion and lust? What dangers will follow after their one wild night? Rated: Fiction M

Welcome To TLS Nursery!

Welcome to TLS Nursery! Here we nurture all of the newborn stories (stories published within the last 30 days or so) that we love! Everything in our nursery has been read and approved by a few, or a lot, of the TLS ladies, and we think you will enjoy cuddling up to these babies as well.

As ever, there are some amazing stories to check out this month! Remember to leave these amazing ladies some love, and let them know TLS sent you.

Happy Friday!

XOXO

Stay by FictionFreak95

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8767352/1/Stay

Sometimes a blast from your past is exactly what you need to ignite your future. AH, BxE.

Humbug by iamvican

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8818249/1/Humbug

"If I could work my will, every idiot who goes about with 'Merry Christmas' on his lips, should be boiled with his own pudding." Yeah, Dickens kind of had a point.

Leaping by counselor

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8817298/1/Leaping

She has a cabin on the beach for three weeks. He has a three-storied Victorian built by his grandfather. They meet and decide to leap to the last day so they don't waste time. Then they will work their way backwards to 'hello' and unravel the attraction that gives them the courage...to leap.

Seventh and Pine by iambeagle

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8727265/1/Seventh-and-Pine

Eating food, drinking beer, and watching football are acceptable ways to spend your Thanksgiving Day. Wooing your niece's insanely attractive babysitter, however, is not. EPOV

Hatchet by PrettyKittyArtist

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8727870/1/Hatchet

Edward Cullen rules Forks. He does what he wants, when he wants. What happens when he meets his match and she's got a lesson or two for him to learn?

The Man in the Long Black Coat by CrackedFic

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8784992/1/The-Man-in-the-Long-Black-Coat

A confident man with a dark secret arrives in town, ready to make it his new playplace. But when he runs into a teenage girl with a secret of her own, his confidence is shaken, and his life may never be the same again.

Changing My Course by twilover76

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8670473/1/Changing-My-Course

Sparks fly when two strangers collide in the dark. Will Edward star in Bella's future, or will the politics of her life be too much for him to handle? AH/M

Highline by EKSmith

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8734490/1/Highline

"I needed this trip. Rose needed this trip. For me it was closure - a way to keep a memory alive. For her it was empowerment - a way to prove to herself just how truly strong she could be." Set in the Canadian Rockies. A WitFit story. AH, BPOV, Canon Pairings

TLS Fics of the Week Jan. 1 - 7, 2013

Dancing in the Dark by Jaxon22-rec'd by Nic
 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8751380/1/Dancing-In-The-Dark
"You can't start a fire, you can't start a fire without a spark. This gun's for hire even if we're just dancing in the dark." Immersed in a world of dance, drink, drugs, and women, Edward Cullen is the ultimate bachelor. Until he receives a late night phone call that changes everything. AH E/BRated: Fiction M

Reviewed by: PAWsPeaches

Please note that this review was written before the last update. There are now seven chapters posted.

So... I don’t often review stories but when I do, it’s only because that particular story wrapped its arms around me and wouldn't let me go from the first paragraph.

I tell you no lie when I say that I usually know from the first page of a story whether I’m going to be able to read it or not. Not that all stories which don’t make the cut, aren’t good stories. I just have a certain level of interest that has to be maintained from the very first word of a story all the way through to the end, for me to stick with something.

The stories that I love and have completed reading (I’m a horrific habitual flouncer of all the things, even good stories) have all had one thing in common… they kept my interest. Half of the things that I flounce, I do so because I’ve been entirely fulfilled with the story after the first lemon. If there is nothing left to tie up, that will be crucially important to the relationship, I will happily flounce a story in a heartbeat after the first sexual encounter. Yeah, I’m a perv but you are too, or else you wouldn’t be visiting The Lemonade Stand for your fic recs. Am I right?

So back to the story at hand…Dancing in the Dark only has six chapters so far and we just met Bella in the last update. The strangest thing of all? I didn’t even think about Bella until she waltzed into the story line, six chapters after the beginning. Jaxon22 had me so enthralled with Coda and Shortcake that I could read the entire story without any aspect of romance involved, whatsoever. It’s that good. Reasons why I’m already sold on this story only six chapters in? Let me tell you why:


In the prologue, we are introduced to a hung over, naked bachelor named Edward who is in the bed with two women left over from the party at his loft the night before. Edward is a dancer at a private women’s lounge named Eclipse, where his good friend Emmett is the boss. Just moments into the story a life changing phone call sends our Edward into a frenzy, ultimately causing him rush the two unknown ladies out and send them on their way. Seconds later, Edward is dressed and is out the door as well:

I hurry the girls out of the apartment, ignoring their colourful words and bitch brows. They got what they wanted, so I don't understand their anger. Fucking women. I throw on some clothes; fumble for my keys and wallet, staggering out of the door with a can of Red Bull welded to my hand. I hate the stuff, but I need a pick me up if I'm to deal with whatever the fuck is going on.

We follow Edward through his nights and days after he receives this phone call as he tries to figure out his life and exactly how he will handle this new information. Edward’s sister Alice will be a favorite of yours as she supports and loves her brother through this trying time. The friendship and family bond that they share make this story a beautiful one:

"Hello?" my sister calls from the kitchen.
"Only me," I call back.
"Uncle E'ward, lemme down!"
I ignore James' protests while I walk to my sister. She places a tray of cookies on the side, and I kiss her gently on the cheek.
"Does this belong to you?" I ask, tickling my nephew's side.
She shakes her head and laughs before she takes a proper look at me. "Christ, you look like shit," she says bluntly.
"Shit," James echoes.
I frown at my sister while fighting a smile, pull James up, and put him back on the floor, giving his hair a ruffle for good measure. He rearranges his sweater and takes off out of the room at break neck speed.
The energy kids have is ridiculous.
"Thanks for that. You look great too," I reply sarcastically with a wink and a click of my tongue. I drop down into a chair and pull my beanie off. I drop my forehead to the table and exhale with a groan.
"Have you even been to bed?" Alice asks, not even trying to hide her judgemental tone.
"Not to sleep," I reply.
She groans in disapproval and clangs around the room a little louder, "Coffee?"
"God, no," I reply. "No more coffee."
"Jesus, this must be bad," she mutters, "Juice?"
"Perfect."
I keep my head on the table and listen to my sister move about the kitchen. She's such a domestic goddess, and she loves it. It suits her.
"James," she calls through the doorway. "What are you doing?"
"I'm playing cars, Momma."
"Okay, you can come for a cookie in a little while."
A bang that sounds like a toy car being thrown at a wall echoes through the house. "When?"
"One SpongeBob," she clarifies.
I smile. Only my sister would use a cartoon to clarify times to her kids.

Alice supports her brother, Coda as he and Shortcake figure out their arrangement, and we then we meet their parents, Carlisle and Esme, who are just as amazing and supportive as Alice is. Lastly, we meet Bella when she arrives at the end of chapter six. I have to admit, I was so invested in Coda and his life that I had forgotten that a Bella should even be in the mix, so it was a grand surprise when I met her and it heightened the plot as well.


If you still aren’t convinced that Dancing in the Dark is the story for you, I’ll try to give you a little bit more info without spoilers…


Usually, it’s the Bella/Edward romance that I’m after in a story. That soul-wrenching love story that will twist me up and tie me in knots that won’t come undone. With DitD, I didn’t even need a Bella to get emotionally involved with the story line. Edward’s (Coda is his nickname) story in itself is so moving and heartfelt that I remained vested from the moment that he received that phone call. I won’t even mention how much you will without a doubt; adore Shortcake and the bond formed between Coda and Shortcake. By the end of chapter six, we meet Bella, which takes this already interesting story to new heights.

At first glance, Bella seems impatient and a little threatening. When we learn exactly who she is in regards to Coda and Shortcake, we are thrown into a whirlwind of what ifs which could mean many different things for the plot of Dancing in the Dark…which is why those of us that are reading are on our toes just waiting for Jaxon22’s next update.

I wish that I could tell you about the phone call or the events that follow but it would give away everything that made this story so special to me, and I think it will be better if you experience it without knowing what to expect. Please just trust me when I say that when you meet Shortcake in the second chapter (I believe) you will understand exactly why I am hooked. The chapters are short and there are only six of them so there is no reason why you shouldn’t go ahead and read up now so that we can all swoon together on twitter over the next update. Seriously, tweet me @PAWsPeaches. I wanna know what you think about Coda and Shortcake! Go read it now:


http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8751380/1/Dancing-In-The-Dark

Dancing in the Dark is so fast paced and entertaining that you’ll be white knuckling whichever device you read from as you smile, swoon and laugh. I can’t wait to see what @sophiejax has in store for us in the next update. (Follow her on twitter and tell her what you think about Coda and Shortcake as well) I hope to chat with you all soon.

Love,

PAWsPeaches

Barefoot in Texas by Planetblue-rec'd by Twific Crackmum
 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8656218/1/Barefoot-in-Texas
I watch her jumping, prancing, her hands empty but taking pictures. Her feet bare on the hot Texas earth. Everything in my life that was planned to a T just whirled away in a ruffled skirt. Rated: Fiction M

Just a Kiss by Rtgirl-rec'd by FictionFreak95
 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7768891/1/Just-A-Kiss
Because sometimes people arent' what they seem; they're so much better. Sometimes all you need is just a kiss to know. A short-chaptered, witfit prompted fic. college aged ExB Rated: Fiction M


Once Again by Marvar-rec'd by MoniNP
 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8753261/1/Once-Again
When Bella goes to see the final movie in the Dusk Saga, she runs into someone from her past who just might be able to give her a happy ending - in more ways than one. My birthday present for Cosmogirl7481. Rated M for language and doing it in the projection room. Rated: Fiction M

Just Call Me Bella by OCDMess-rec'd by Six Dlbfive
 http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8732889/1/
"To work her way through college, Bella Swan takes a job as a phone sex operator. One night an upset, drunk man calls. When he keeps calling, night after night, she starts to grow attached. Soon she has to decide: is he worth breaking the golden rule?" - fluffy angst and the promise of adult situations. Rated: Fiction M