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Resident Geek by cdunbar
Rated: M for sexual situations, underage drinking and mature themes
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Summary: Geeky Edward thinks he has absolutely no shot with the popular, beautiful Bella. Is he right, or will she be one of the many girls who thinks geeks make for better lovers? M for language, sexuality and some underage drinking. A little OOC… okay, a lot OOC.
Edward is a nerdy Tech Support guy, Bella is a popular sorority sister. They meet at a party when she asks him to kiss her and pretend to be her boyfriend to protect her from another guy. One thing leads to another, and they begin dating. Edward teaches her how to play Dungeons and Dragons, and Bella pulls him out of his shell. At this point it's high on the cute and low on the angst, though there are some hints to future angsty times; Edward is completely inexperienced and very insecure, and Bella is hiding a secret about her past.
Cdunbar is clearly very knowledgeable in just about every facet of geekdom; each chapter is filled with sci-fi and comic book references. She is very kind to us non-geek speakers and explains each reference in an author's note at the end of the chapter.
A very cute story with depth that I highly recommend.
Edward is a nerdy Tech Support guy, Bella is a popular sorority sister. They meet at a party when she asks him to kiss her and pretend to be her boyfriend to protect her from another guy. One thing leads to another, and they begin dating. Edward teaches her how to play Dungeons and Dragons, and Bella pulls him out of his shell. At this point it's high on the cute and low on the angst, though there are some hints to future angsty times; Edward is completely inexperienced and very insecure, and Bella is hiding a secret about her past.
Cdunbar is clearly very knowledgeable in just about every facet of geekdom; each chapter is filled with sci-fi and comic book references. She is very kind to us non-geek speakers and explains each reference in an author's note at the end of the chapter.
A very cute story with depth that I highly recommend.
Wild Swan by Scarlett_LettersRated: M for mature themes, language and sexual situations
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Summary: Bella decides that it's time to find out who she really is and that means stepping out of her privileged life as a Cullen and taking flight on her own. Can different paths lead two people to the same destination?
Angst, angst, angst. Until I read this story, I didn't even know I liked angst. Or maybe it's not the angst I like, but the story itself. Bella and Edward's marriage has fallen apart and Bella wants out. After years of burying her pain and trying to be someone she is not, Bella finally finds the strength to leave Edward and take the time to discover herself.
It is heartbreaking, but Scarlett writes with such unflinching realism that you are drawn into the stories and the characters. There are glimmers of hope that you cling to. You are torn in your ingrained B/E shipping and the knowledge that they truly do not belong together at this point in their lives.
I find my heart aches after each chapter, but she has promised that we've now hit ground zero and are on the upswing. Thank god. I don't think my heart could have taken anymore. This is not light hearted reading, folks - but it is excellent.
And in a unique move, Scarlett has put up a companion blog to the story, Wild Swan Wandering. It is written from Bella's perspective, detailing her travels and pursuits on her mission to find herself. Scarlett even goes so far as to write comments from other characters, Rose, Alice, Emmett and even Seth. Such an awesome idea, and it ties into the story so well.
Angst, angst, angst. Until I read this story, I didn't even know I liked angst. Or maybe it's not the angst I like, but the story itself. Bella and Edward's marriage has fallen apart and Bella wants out. After years of burying her pain and trying to be someone she is not, Bella finally finds the strength to leave Edward and take the time to discover herself.
It is heartbreaking, but Scarlett writes with such unflinching realism that you are drawn into the stories and the characters. There are glimmers of hope that you cling to. You are torn in your ingrained B/E shipping and the knowledge that they truly do not belong together at this point in their lives.
I find my heart aches after each chapter, but she has promised that we've now hit ground zero and are on the upswing. Thank god. I don't think my heart could have taken anymore. This is not light hearted reading, folks - but it is excellent.
And in a unique move, Scarlett has put up a companion blog to the story, Wild Swan Wandering. It is written from Bella's perspective, detailing her travels and pursuits on her mission to find herself. Scarlett even goes so far as to write comments from other characters, Rose, Alice, Emmett and even Seth. Such an awesome idea, and it ties into the story so well.
Son of a Preacher Man by LaViePastiche
Rated: M for language and sexual situations
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Summary: Jasper Hale, 21, is the son of a popular televangelist in Phoenix, and he couldn’t be any further from a church-going goody two shoes. His attitude towards work, attending class, or contributing positively to society is lackadaisical at best. He drinks, smokes, and has a penchant for deflowering teenage girls. Bella attends private school with Edward Cullen, a senior who she’s been in love with since 9th grade, when he moved to Phoenix. Too bad Edward is dating the most beautiful girl at St. Mary’s, and doesn’t even know Bella exists. But when Jasper sets his sights on Bella, Edward can’t help but take notice. Will he protect her from girlfriend Rosalie’s impious older brother? AH/AU/OOC and all that good stuff.
There's not much else I can add to that thorough summary except to say: HOLY HALE is this irreverent bad boy Jasper hot. Bella is feisty yet naive and unknowingly the biggest tease in teenage girl history. Jasper is not used to having the brakes put on him time and again, but yet he is drawn to Bella and cannot seem to bring himself to walk away and find someone more willing. Edward was completely oblivious to Bella until he heard Jasper was going out with her, and suddenly she is all he can think about.
Hmmm... wonder what's going to happen. It's an entertaining read with complex undertones and just enough heat to keep you on your toes and hoping for more.
Well kids, that's it for me this Friday. Have you read any of these recs? Love them? Hate them? Have something to add? Comment below and let us know, or send me an email at xwearingwordsx [at] gmail [dot] com.
Until next week...
