Cinder Creek

Cinder Creek by SophieInPink
When the always-responsible, always-practical Sloane Lennox's father dies, the only way to keep her siblings together is to move in with an insufferable new guardian. Soon, Sloane must contend with a growing attraction to him, despite her better judgment. She fights hard not to care for him only to realize he is likewise battling feelings for her.
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Melissa Thinks: I have waited a long while for this story to be long enough for me to review; I cannot say I’m disappointed with what I’ve found within “Cinder Creek”. It’s definitely reminiscent of a story I reviewed early on in my ADoR days by this same author, SophieInPink.

When her father dies, seventeen-year-old Sloane is left to care for her three younger siblings. This is nothing new considering she’s been doing it since she was twelve, their alcoholic father not willing to care for them properly. Of course, Sloane is still a minor and by law is not able to gain custody. On top of that, due to debt left behind by her deceased father, the Lennox’s childhood home is about to be repossessed.

Just as Sloane is about to lose all hope, John steps in. John is the stepbrother of Sloane’s long dead mother, Gracie. The only living relative of the children, John must either step up as their guardian or leave them to be split up by the foster system, despite the fact that he’s only twenty-three. The Lennox children weren’t expecting him to say yes, neither were they expecting him to invite them to live with him in his cramped two-bedroom home on the outskirts of town. This is where the story really begins, as Sloane has to learn how to work together with John to raise the kids.

SophieInPink has a way with words; her narration leaves little to be desired and her plot, though cliché, is mended by the reader’s love of her characters. Sloane is a mature and strong character. Both her willingness to do anything for her siblings and her hardened resolve give her substance. Even though the romance between Sloane and John is a slow build, I found each chapter enjoyable – every character interaction worth the time. Not all authors can say this, for I often see novels in which there is nothing natural about the way relationships progress.

In Keeping Secrets

In Keeping Secrets by ThePiracyOfHearts
"If you don't hate me, then what?" She can't quite make eye contact as he moves within inches of her. He speaks softer this time, "If you don't hate me, Abbey, then what do you do?"
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Melissa Thinks: Abbey doesn't want to admit it, but there's something about her roommate's boyfriend Alex that sits a little too well with her. She likes his sense of humor and his "Italy-shaped nose" and the way he laughs, even though his girlfriend finds these things annoying. So now Abbey must decide whether to honor her friendship with her roommate Morgan, or honor her heart.

I went into this expecting to read something okay at best, but instead I've acquired a new favorite. I loved this story for its simplicity and its charm. There's something about the plot and characters that reminds me of a classic FictionPress story - the kind that we all cherish and enjoy - and that's what really cemented my decision to review.

There's nothing over complicated or heavy about "In Keeping Secrets".
Mostly comprised of dialogue, the prose includes a fair amount of attention grabbing banter between the characters as well as some cutesy fluff bits to balance it out. Plot-wise, I don't think the story was lacking, although some may disagree. I appreciated the relaxing read the the author presented me with and despite my mistake of judging this book by its cover, I really really did have a good time finishing this.

The Bear and the Pecan Tree

The Bear and the Pecan Tree by Findus
If this is the last time I see you, I want you to remember that there are men who can touch without hurting. There are even those who give without asking. And that kindness might be hiding, even in the darkest of chests.
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Helen Thinks: I have to admit that I was giddy with excitement when this suggestion landed in my inbox. It’s a little known fact that I love stories that have an interracial storyline; A Time to Kill; Noughts and Crosses; you name it then I’ve either read it or you’ve made me hunt it down! It’s an era that you have to write about carefully and when it’s done well, especially stories of the forbidden love that occurred, then it is a real rarity.

“The Bear and the Pecan Tree” was the story that Findus came up with after SKoW released the prompt “all he asked for was one perfect day before the inevitable happened” and the storyline captures this beautifully. It is the story of a black man and the married white woman that he has fallen in love with meeting for one last time before he has to head North to find work. The highlight for me was that this story was told in the same style Uncle Remus does in the Song of the South with the use of little story, fictitious characters to get his point across hence the title. It gave you that southern feel of storytelling.

It was a pure stroke of genius that Findus wrote in the first person because the reader can imagine listening to the gruff tone of a man but also the underlying hope and love that he has for the woman. Writing in first person has helped build empathy for the situation because I sure know my heart was in my throat while breaking as I read every single word. Twice. I read this lovely story twice and could have happily read it again.

“The Bear and the Pecan Tree” is a rare gem on fictionpress that I would read time and time again thanks to Findus’ fabulous writing, perfect characters and a story line that really is a treat to read.

Free Love

Free Love by Random Acts of Authorship
When her brother-in-law Luke turns up unexpectedly on her doorstep, Amy learns that sometimes love has a price. Complete. This story was a SKOW nominee in the Best Love Triangle category in July 2007.
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Melissa Thinks: The term “free love” was coined in the Victorian era by feminists who sought to keep personal affairs personal by separating the state and church from things such as marriage, sex, birth control, etc. In the 1960’s and 70’s, in the time the Vietnam War, Woodstock and the hippie movement, “free love” became more associated with promiscuity—things like one night stands, multiple sexual partners, and adultery. It is in this time period that our story takes place.

“Free Love” by Random Acts of Authorship is a stunning tale of confliction, desire, and heartbreak. This 2007 SKOW nominee continuously amazed me. I was completely engrossed in Amy’s situation and was rooting for her and Luke until the very end. Much like the namesake term’s meaning, “Free Love” is about the character’s desire to love who they want without the inevitable backlash from friends, family, and the public in general. That’s why this story is so great—even though it takes place in the 70’s, there are still many things applicable to our lives today.

Addiction

Addiction by Gabriella4549

The first time I met him, he was high as a kite. Tall and handsome, with bloodshot eyes that made my heartbeat triple when he looked at me. When he asked me my name, it took all I had not to stutter. When he grabbed my hand, riding the wave of confidence of the drugs, it took all I had to remember to breathe. And when his lips touched mine for the very first time, I knew I was his.

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Melissa Thinks: It's common for women to start dating people who they know are bad for them - whether it's because they think that they're fixable or because they just can't resist. The main character in "Addiction" is one of those women.

This was quite an interesting story to get through because not only are we seeing James slowly deteriorate from his addiction to drugs, but we also see Tess' struggle to stay sane while dealing with her obsession with James. It's hard not to love this story, what with it's simple premise and smooth prose - I was engrossed within reading the first few chapters.

Gabriella4549's writing is almost poetic in it's simplistic construction. She's written a tragically decomposed love story that inflicts with it's raw emotion. You may not leave this story with a fuzzy feeling in your stomach, but I encourage everyone to give it a try - because the styles and themes of this piece are truly memorable.

Cooler By the Water

Cooler by the Water by PoppySeeds

Journalist Mara Gibson likes to get at the heart of a story. When local farm hand Elliot is less than accommodating, she becomes determined to figure him out. Until their tentative friendship,and undeniable attraction, begins to mean more than his past.
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Brittany Thinks: I think it says in my judges bio that I wanted to
be involved with ADoR to find those stories that would keep me up until 3 in the morning, gasping with anticipation, and anxious to get to the end. Considering it is 3 am as I type this, Cooler by the Water by PoppySeeds fits that bill to a T. I am so in love with this story. The characters are brilliant, the plot is thrilling and exciting, the conclusion is exactly what I wanted it to be from the moment I started reading. PoppySeeds writing is passionate and beautiful, giving the reader no choice but to get entirely lost in the world she's created. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time, cursing the internet for not working instantaneously.

Mara, the heroine of the story, is an eager journalist who once dreamed of a high stakes career in New York, but discovered a passion for writing local interest stories for her small town newspaper. She's assigned a series of articles about local farms which brings in an adorable couple - Jack and Evie - and their sullen, stone-faced farm hand Elliot. Jack and Evie are great supporting characters and everything you'd imagine a pleasant farm couple to be. PoppySeeds introduces Mara into their lives and she shakes things up with her kindness, curiosity, and genuine interest in the people she encounters. Through seemingly innocent interactions, Mara unravels the story of Elliot and his mysterious past. Elliot's characterization was my favorite. His arc is flawless, his actions so well developed and planned to the smallest detail. I was as eager to discover him as Mara was. Another strong point of the story for me was the information about private farm life. I grew up in the suburbs of a major city and, while I driven past dozens of farms in my life, I'm naive to the realities of that existence. I found the information PoppySeeds provided interesting without being overwhelming.

This is another M rated story that warrants it's M rating, but the chemistry is so palpable. I'm warning you because, ethically, I have to, but this story is really too good to pass up. Believe me on that. I honestly have no major criticisms. The ending felt a bit rushed and I wish the story had been longer (because I selfishly hated having to stop reading it), but the conclusion is definitely satisfying. This is an intense, hot, beautiful love story worth the time spent reading it (and the inevitable exhaustion if, like me, you stay up all night to finish it).

Happy reading!

Half Your Age Plus Seven

Half Your Age Plus Seven by Measuremylifeincoffeespoons

What was that rule again? Half your age plus seven? You can’t go below that. If I’m 18, half is 9. Crap, where's my calculator? Okay, 9 plus 7 is 16…and he is 15. 15.5! I mean, should I round up? Or not? What’s six months? That should be fine..ah, hell.
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Melissa Thinks: “Half Your Age Plus Seven” was probably one of the first Fictionpress stories that I ever fell in love with. There’s not very much that I can say about it except that you all need to read it now. It’s brimming with so much charm and humor that the little mistakes don’t even matter to me. Honestly, it’s one of my favorite clichéd stories.

It’s only been six days since Gracie realized that she’s hopelessly attracted to her best friend’s little brother, and already she feels as if she’s ready to explode. So, does she act on her feelings and forever feel like a pedophile, or does she forget that he’s three years younger - that he’s her best friends brother - that she’s already had enough heartbreak, and make her move?

Animate Objects

Animate Objects by juliabrose
"Love her, only love her." The story of a non-traditional relationship.
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Marta Thinks: Accepted romances are all accepted in the same way; every forbidden story is forbidden in its own way. And this forbidden story, "Animate Objects", is forbidden in a way I've never seen forbidden before. That could either be a good or bad thing: it depends on your opinion.

But whatever your opinion on the relationship told, it is a fact that juliabrose's prose is beautiful, almost poetic, and I'd even go as far as to say magical. It casts a spell that is hard to break, and before you know it, you find yourself deep into the story. Maybe you want to stop. But you can't. Even if you feel queasy. And that is the mark of good writing.

Circumstance

Circumstance by Danielle Night

Caroline Humphrey is in her fourth Season and has yet to secure a husband. She has, however, fallen head over heels for an entirely inappropriate man: Daniel Seaton. Then Caroline suddenly does find herself engaged to a Mr Seaton only it's the wrong one.
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Melissa Thinks: "Circumstance" by Danielle Night is perfect for those wanting a short, simple(ish), historical romance novel. Like
most by this widely admired author, "Circumstance" takes place during the nineteenth century. Our protagonist is a young lady who, despite her own status as a high class lady, has fallen in love with a man that doesn't rank high enough on the totem pole of society and therefore she is not permitted to marry him. A strange series of events continuously keep the two almost-lovers apart which makes you wonder: will they ever confess their love for one another?

I'm no stranger to the works of Danielle Night - I've read a few of her other novels and although I'm not a giant fan of the genre, I always find myself enjoying her work. It's crazy how well the author researches down to the smallest details. Not only does she get the setting right, but she completely perfects the typical mindset of the people in the period. There were basically no mistakes, only a little bit of drag, and a whole lot of drama. If this sounds like your cup of tea, then get ready to fall in love.

Vertigo

Vertigo by Carmel March 

Life was complicated enough. Her job required a clearance, several passports, and lying to her boyfriend. When she gets mixed up with the CIA's fifth most-wanted, she has to go undercover with her partner as his fiancée. It doesn't help that he's overprotective, that they have to sleep in the same bed, or that he manages to get into that little compartment behind her heart.

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Melissa Thinks: Action stories can be some of the best, and most popular, stories out there. When done right, they can have you sitting on the edge of your seat, shivering with anticipation and excitement. Unfortunately, it is extremely hard to come across stories such as these. Fortunately, the lovely Carmel March has provided us with one.

Carmel March created an interesting character - one not usually seen in action stories. She’s not the hard edged, gun-wielding cliche that we’ve come to recognize right on the spot. She’s a soft, easily breakable girl with a hint of naivety in her. A rookie logistics officer for the CIA, Gemma gets herself into more trouble than she bargained for when she’s pulled into Operation 67 and subsequently has to pose as her incredibly charming, and attractive, partner’s fiance.

The story is filled with well-researched details that form an intriguingly compelling plot. There's an even mix of actiony sequences and romantic scenes, keeping the plot balanced. I like how Gemma doesn't immediately have an intense attraction to Boone. It builds over time. I'm seriously looking forward to finding out how Carmel March continues this story. Will they complete their mission? Will they make it out alive? And then there’s the difficult decision that Gemma has to face: her real fiance, Ben, or her fake fiance, Boone?

Samantha

Samantha by Mystified 

Samantha is a normal college student, until her apartment falls victim to a bomb, and she's kidnapped by a very mysterious, very handsome stranger, whose intentions aren't all that clear.
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Marta Thinks:    As soon as I read the first chapter, I knew this

Samantha gets "kidnapped" by James, who is a member of the IDK, a government organization similar to the FBI, only that it usually uses methods that are illegal (for this reason, they're not publicly recognized). The backstory is that Samantha's parents were part of the IDK but were killed by Langston, the head of the organization which opposes the IDK. He believes that Samantha has some important information and wants to kill her. And that's only half of it. The story, of course, gets more complex than that.

The relationship between Samantha and James was very entertaining to follow. Although it followed a sort of hate/love course at the beginning, it turned out to be quite different later. The side characters were enjoyable to read about too: Zach was amusing; Max was plain creepy; Brian was interesting, although he didn't appear much.

In other words, it's good. As a matter of fact, to quote Jane Austen, the fact that it's good "…is a truth universally acknowledged." At least, by the fictionpress universe, judging by the 3,177 reviews. If that many people enjoyed the story, I'm sure you will too.
story was going to be interesting. How could it not be, with exploding houses and a potential kidnapper? Needless to say, I was hooked.

Dignity

Dignity by Mardy Bum
Because he'd never settle for just slaughtering lambs.

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Marta Thinks: Your review: Mardy Bum’s writing style is very idiosyncratic. It goes from being poetic to being raw, from imagery to blunt description, from lovely language to swear words. This works very well though – not only because it’s very interesting to read but because Amelia Spitz, the main character, is schizophrenic. Therefore the language manages to mirror very well what’s actually happening inside her brain. The story becomes all the more relatable.

Dignity’s plot revolves around Amelia and Nathan’s twisted relationship. Amelia loves and hates Nathan at the same time, whilst Nathan sleeps around with various women despite being clearly in love with Amelia. Additionally, Amelia is not only unstable and lonely, but part of her memory is also missing. This doesn’t make life any simpler for her…or for Nathan.

Dignity is the sequel to both Stranger and Agony, and although it’s not absolutely necessary to read both before reading Dignity, it’s highly recommended.

Liberation Girl

Liberation Girl by Written

Lysa thought being the Emperor's only daughter was tough, and that was -before- the handsome rebel came into her life.
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Marta Thinks: This SkoW runner-up for best original universe is a very well thought out sci-fi story. Lysa, the Emperor's daughter, is celebrating her seventeenth birthday when a group of rebels attack the palace. In her haste, she runs towards the room containing an instrument named the “Machine” and enters it. What happens next? The impossible happens: she travels back in time. What complicates this matter is that Alexei, a handsome rebel, ends up following her. Following that, one can read an extremely entertaining, albeit slightly confusing story, due to the continuous change in times.

The story is only three chapters long, but Written manages to allow everything to flow so well. The words seem to scrawl across the page effortlessly which allows the story to remain well imprinted in any reader's mind long after they have finished reading. Although the story ends where a story would normally start, this doesn't detract from the quality of the story. Rather, this increases its unique nature. This is definitely one sci-fi story that you’ll never tire of reading over and over (and over) again.

From the Cradle to the Grave

From the Cradle to the Grave by NiteSkyStar
Sweet, nerdy boy next door Chris was always Meredith's favorite babysitter when she was little. Years later, their paths cross again... and the once geeky Chris is now charming, successful, and extremely sexy. As the two of them grow closer, Meredith finds their smoldering chemistry harder and harder to ignore. Problem? She's 17. He's 26. Worse? He's getting married...

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Melissa Thinks: An age difference, a fiance, a boyfriend, and a crazy family. With all the things getting in the way of their relationship, you’d think Meredith and Chris weren’t meant to be. So of course it’s obvious to the reader that they are. Ever since Chris started babysitting Mere, she’s had the biggest crush on him. Conveniently, not only is he: a) in love with her older sister, b) the biggest nerd ever, and c) many years older than her, but he’s also leaving to go to college soon. It isn’t until years later, when Mere is in high school, that he comes back and this time he’s rich, handsome, and totally attracted to Meredith. Will she win him over or will their many obstacles get in the way of true love?

Honestly, the plot is amazing. I love these kinds of stories, but I never find one that has the man come back looking smexy. There’s crazy sexual tension between Chris and Mere. I want them together so bad that it hurts. NiteSkyStar tells the story beautifully, with great flow and amazing creativity. You never know what’ll happen next with this story; it’s an uncliched cliche. From the Cradle to the Grave is definitely one of my favorite Forbidden stories.

The Girl Under the Waterfall

The Girl Under the Waterfall by Morine

“You’re a…mermaid? Like Ariel from The Little Mermaid?” She rolled her eyes. “Except for the fact that I’m no Disney princess, and I don’t have a magic sea witch to turn me into a human.” Well...this definitely complicates things.

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Melissa Thinks: The first thing that pulls you into The Girl Under the Waterfall, is the fact that it's written in a male perspective (a rare find). It centers around a boy named Jesse who goes on vacation with his family for the summer in what he describes as "the middle of nowhere". Of course his views may change when he finds himself becoming friends with a mermaid. It's their friendship and the progression of their relationship that makes this story so special. Never do we feel like things are being shoved upon us. The pace is wonderful as is the characterization, and can I just say it was too adorable for words? I loved the main characters, the adventures and challenges they faced, and the lovely forbidden aspect. The story was light; an easy read to get through on a boring afternoon that brightens up your day. It's definitely a read that will make you wish for more from the amazing author.

Percipient

Percipient by Robyn Dessey
CJ's life has turned upside down; her mom spontaneously remarried, she was forced to move from the house she's lived in her entire life, and now she's got the most annoying stepbrother ever. Oh, and the guy she likes? He's a kind, smart, sexy, and infuriatingly oblivious ghost. She doesn't know how she's going to do it, but she's got to bring Jared back to life, no matter the cost.
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Melissa Thinks: CJ has known Jared ever since she can remember. He's her best friend, her confidant, and her long time crush. She longs to be with him and to show him off to the world as hers; the only problem is she's the only one who can see him. Robyn Dessey wrote this story based on the idea that if a person dies and a child is born at the same time, they will become connected to each other and that's exactly what's happened to CJ and Jared. Complications arise, however, when she learns of her new stepbrother's old crush on her and the questions of whether or not she can have a relationship with a ghost start to become more and more urgent.

I have never wanted a ghost for a boyfriend before in my entire life, but Percipient has made me totally crave my own sexy Jared. Percipient is a very underrated story. It needs so much more reviews than it has simply because I'm so in love with it. The voice is absolutely fantastic; the dialogue is actually realistic as if the characters themselves are speaking to you. I've never encountered a story that used the ghost concept this well and went with it in the direction that this author has. Truly an imaginative story with great flow and rich content.

The Handsome Father

The Handsome Father by FreekyDisaster18
Having just broke up with her ex, Christy is out with her friends determined to forget about him and ends up going home with a stranger that she finds herself falling for. What happens when he doesn't turn out to be just a stranger but the father to one of her pupils?
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Melissa Thinks: After finding out her boyfriend was in fact engaged to another woman, Christy heads to the bar with her friends for a bachelorette party to have a little fun. She didn't expect that she'd be leaving the bar that night with another man, and she definitely didn't expect for him to be the father of one of her students. She finds herself falling hard for him in a matter of moments, with his exceptionally fresh attitude towards life and a great love for his eight year old daughter.

What a wonderful example of the Forbidden category! FreekyDisaster18 has a almost perfect style of writing that consists of poetic prose with vivid details and settings. It reads like a published book with a distinct English voice that can captivate even then most picky reader. I sind her to be one of my favorite authors just because of how well she captivates her audience. I felt like the plot was something you'd think would be overdone, but really it was such a rare storyline to see. In the Forbidden category, sometimes things can get a little repetative, but The Handsome Father never did. It was filled with fluffy, sassy, sexy bits that keep everything new and interesting for the reader. There were a few simple mistakes throughout the piece, but nothing that grabbed too much of my attention. Let's give this relatively unknown story a bit of good old lovin, shall we?

A Summer Solstice

A Summer Solstice by NehemiaH

All I wanted was one last peaceful summer before I finished college. Needless to say, I hadn't expected my brother's best friend to climb through my window every night...or that it'd be so hard to turn him away.
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Annie Thinks: A Summer Solstice is easily in my top 5 Girl and Best Friend stories. It's one of my favorite cliches--girl and brother's best friend. Despite the cliche-ness, NehemiaH still manages to put an original spin on it.
It's about Lexi, a 21 year-old college student who comes home for the summer. Her older brother's best friend since childhood, Seth, suddenly begins to take a liking to her. From day one, he stops treating her like the little sister he's always thought her to be, and more like an actual woman. He starts to sneak into her room at night, and they try taking it slow, but they fail. Throughout their whole relationship they struggle to keep it away from Lexi's brother, Rich, even though their parents want Lexi and Seth to get married.

Overall, A Summer Solstice was a very cute, fluffy read, even though it's rated M--and for good reason. Some of the scenes border on smut, so if that's not your thing, you probably shouldn't read it. However, although it does get pretty graphic sometimes, NehemiaH still manages to capture the sweetness of the moments. It was well written, too; the author does a wonderful job at conveying Lexi's emotions in words. The dialogue was always natural and never distracting or stiff. The characters were very real--they both had faults which showed throughout the story. It's a pretty fast read, too, with eleven short chapters that I stayed up until the wee hours of the morning/night to read. I highly recommend A Summer Solstice, as long as you're not offended by lemon-esque scenes.

Scandalous

Scandalous by SophieInPink

The teacher, your step-sibling, your sister's boyfriend, the married man; naughty girls and naughty boys, lustful sighs and a secret tryst or two. / You can never resist what you can't have...
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Melissa Thinks: A medley of sorts, Scandalous chronicles the lives of several people as they engage in Forbidden, and sometimes scandalous (hence the name), relationships. As it starts, everyone has their own story, but as things progress it all starts to come together and you see little connections between everyone. Almost everyone is likable and the writing is pleasant. The first thing I have to praise the author on is her voice. How hard must it be to stay in character when you're writing in the perspective of five or ten different people. Another thing that I liked about Scandalous, was it showed the reader many examples of what a forbidden relationship is. There's a little something for everyone, fan of the Forbidden category or not. The only problem I had with this story, is sometimes it can be a bit confusing. The disadvantage of having so many characters is it can confuse the reader as to who's story we're reading about next. Other than that it was wonderful; the perfect example of the Forbidden category.

Stranger

Stranger by Mardy Bum

He was dark, handsome and killed anyone who looked at her. Amelia Spitz's heart never stood a chance.
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Melissa Thinks: The first chapters of this story were almost a struggle to read and I really contemplated just giving up and rejecting it. I'm glad I didn't. Although it is the sequel to Agony, Stranger can surely stand on it's own. I didn't read the prequel and yet there was enough information provided so that I could be relatively informed on the events previous to the story. Amelia Spitz, now Louise Dennis thanks to the Witness Protection Program, is on the run from who she could consider the love of her life. Nathan is a sexy possessive man who killed his best friend for Amelia and after 10 years in jail, he's back and looking for more from her.

After the first several chapters, this story became completely kickass. Amelia was sarcastic and a bit cynical which in turn made her totally funny, memorable, and awesome. Even though Nathan was a little... psychotic, I seriously was rooting for him to get together with Amelia the whole story. He does have his low points, but that's what made it so realistic. I liked the fact that this story was easy to get through and never seemed to drag on like some stories can. The plotline was so imaginative and the formatting was different than most stories; I truly applaud the author for her creativity At times there were grammar mistakes and a few inconsistencies, but it's really a story worth reading.