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Penname: snowgood [ Contact]
Real name: Linda
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Member Since: March 01, 2009
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Summary:  Edward is a 27-year-old alcoholic/addict struggling with his recovery. Bella is a 23-year-old who's moved back home after college. This fic chronicles how they meet, fall in love, and struggle with the complexities of their relationship. Not nearly as maudlin as it sounds (I hope).
Rated NC-17 for graphic (and sometimes non-romantic) sex, drug and alcohol use and abuse, profane language, and brief (very brief) suicidal ideation (although NO suicide attempts). No sexual assault, no cutting.
Categories: AU-Human Characters: Bella, Edward
Challenges: Series: None
Chapters: 27 Completed: Yes
Word count: 183053
[Report This] Published: August 07, 2009 Updated: August 22, 2010
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: November 21, 2009
Title: Chapter 9: Chapter 9
I like Edward's amused banter. He is getting more comfortable with Bella. It seems as though he has sunk pretty low in his life before and he is comfortable with just about anything now. He can discuss things from his past that would make others cringe, because there are worse things to ponder. Bella is a bright spot and he likes her. He's not trying to make fun of her, just make her react. Can't wait for more!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: April 12, 2010
Title: Chapter 17: Chapter 17
Well, I'm really hoping that Charlie is wrong. But, I'm sure he's seen a few too many things in life. But Bella's declaration to Edward definitely seems to have filled a void in Edward and left contentment. Will it be enough?
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: August 25, 2009
Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1
You gotta give it to Edward. Despite being low, demoralized, and despicable he has moments of clarity where he is cognizant of his life and just how much he has fallen. He comes to a moment where he just can't allow himself to get any lower and he acts on it. This takes tremendous courage. Even through all his faults, he wants to be whole. It's going to be a struggle, and it's not going to be perfect or pretty-but he takes the steps to try for a better exsistence. I can't wait for more. I think you have written this very realistically (the worsening spiral) and you write well!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: September 01, 2009
Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2
So, we get that Bella has moved to be back near her father but is bored with life so she stays in Port Angeles a few days a week. She's had a chance encounter with Edward, but is establishing her life with friends and friends with benefits. Good set up! Author's Response: Snowgood - thanks for the response. I hope it's clear that she stays in Port Angeles for work reasons (primarily).
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: September 12, 2009
Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3
Well, our boy is playing very hard to get! Bella seems to be almost naive when compared to Edward's life experience. I wonder if this is something that he senses? Can't wait for more!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: September 21, 2009
Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4
Ah, so now we see what has been going through Edward's head for the past weeks. Not too much aside from daily routine, getting through the days and nights. It's funny how he suddenly notices Bella-her reaction to it is sort of embarassing for him, but even more enjoyable. Now that his psyche is changing, he is going to need a new coping mechanism! Will it be new friends? Author's Response: You're right on with the changing coping mechanisms. Absolutely.
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: October 03, 2009
Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5
I was so grinning along with their book conversation, that the Jasper interruption startled ME! I feel so bad for both Bella and Edward that the conversation then took an awkward turn. How will Edward deal with his obvious discomfort about his life? He didn't lie, but he was uncomfortable. And Bella, wanting so badly to smooth things over didn't really acknowledge, but avoided. And now Jasper felt compelled to come forward. Poor Bella! Poor Edward! Will he try again? Author's Response: Thank you for your response. I'm so glad the conversation "worked" for you. =)
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: October 11, 2009
Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6
So, Edward's life seems to have turned into one of dismal monotony, regrets, and limited expectations of anything better turning up. It's a wonder that he is still able to stay sober! I hope that someone can help him feel a lust for life again!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: October 29, 2009
Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7
Gosh, that was so awkward and cute. If Edward was able to control his involuntary spewing of personal information, he might not have said a word! As it is, it's almost like watching a couple who have gone from having sex back to working towards first base. He is truly trying relearn social interaction all over again in a pg setting! Can't wait for more!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: November 10, 2009
Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8
You do such a great job portraying the awkward, nervous, excitement that is going on between these two. I feel like I'm going to have an anxiety attack just reading! Poor Bella, she's disappointed. I do hope that she realizes that thier friendship will only grow and mature-maybe to something more!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: November 30, 2009
Title: Chapter 10: Chapter 10
So, I guess Edward will soon discover that he will have to move ahead with his own plans and make his sobriety fit into his life. He can't keep Jasper in his head as the rule-maker! I found it incredibly sweet that Edward wanted to see Bella happy, so he drove her home. And safe, so he'll drive her to Seattle. And he wants her to want him, so he flirts and teases shamelessly! I can't wait for more!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: December 09, 2009
Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11
Do you know how many crazy women are doing cartwheels in their living rooms now? That was one hell of a first kiss! You nailed all the awkward emotions leading up to it, the sexual tension, the inability to make smooth conversation, the hesitancy to touch each other! Just beautiful!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: December 20, 2009
Title: Chapter 12: Chapter 12
This is an intense moment! I don't think Edward has ever had feelings for someone like this before and while he is totally awed by the sensation he is confused too! If Edward doesn't talk to Jasper to figure out how to proceed, then maybe Bella should! I just can't wait to see how they handle these feelings!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: January 10, 2010
Title: Chapter 13: Chapter 13
The war of the want versus the should and the uncertainty of not knowing each other well enough! I love this phase of this relationship, you make the emotions palpable!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: January 26, 2010
Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14
I don't think I have ever wanted to have sex right this instant so bad when I'm not already in proximity to a man. Thanks. It's gonna be a long night!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: February 16, 2010
Title: Chapter 15: Chapter 15
It's hard to tell whether Edward is falling in love or becoming obsessed. Though one could argue that they often go hand in hand. When you fall in love with someone you often are obsessively thinking about them and thinking about how they make you feel. When you're obsessed with something, it's not all necessarily good things that you think about. Can't wait to see if Edward comes up with a name for all the emotions he's feeling!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: May 06, 2010
Title: Chapter 19: Chapter 19
Oh, I don't know what to say! Edward has fallen hard, and Bella sees him having a "good" time and rejecting her. How can she continue to hold him in her heart? Why has he just let go? I'm heartbroken!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: March 14, 2010
Title: Chapter 16: Chapter 16
Bella is taking some time to realize her feelings, but she definitely has them. She thinks about him in the future-on a trip, at her apartment, meeting Charlie, being a twosome. He makes her feel good, he makes her laugh, he tries anything for her, and he loves her. She thinks he's good for her, she needs to let him know that!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: April 18, 2010
Title: Chapter 18: Chapter 18
Oh Edward! It's not the same as all the other times. You're scared. You are striking first, because you have no faith! I hope Bella comes back and kicks your ass!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: May 23, 2010
Title: Chapter 20: Chapter 20
That was rough. Thank god he's getting help. Did he finally hit bottom? What happened to Bella? Is she at the bottom too?
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: June 04, 2010
Title: Chapter 21: Chapter 21
Edward has had a really hard road, but it looks as if he has finally found things that make life worth living and that make him feel worthy. I don't blame him for thinking of Bella or thinking that she wouldn't want to see him. I somehow think that he is going to need to make amends at some point and talking to Bella and apologizing is going to need to happen.
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: June 22, 2010
Title: Chapter 22: Chapter 22
Wow, five years is a long time to not be over someone. I think this is going to be a cataclysmic meeting!
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: July 01, 2010
Title: Chapter 23: Chapter 23
Well, I'm glad that Edward has a therapist to help him sort what is important to think about and what isn't. I think he thinks about Bella a little more than he lets on and I think if he thinks long and hard enough he would realize she didn't really want him to leave that day. I hope he texts her.
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: July 19, 2010
Title: Chapter 24: Chapter 24
That was a much more natural conversation about what happened and where they are at now. Of course, it still ended very awkward, but I think they both need to think on each other.
Reviewer: snowgood Signed
Date: July 22, 2010
Title: Chapter 25: Chapter 25
Two chapters! There is a lot of progress, they have intertwined their lives again and it's obvious that they really care about each other. The big obstacle seems to be uncertainty. I think they both need to realize that nothing is certain in this world and decide whether or not they want to take a chance. Bella said that she didn't believe her time with Jacob was a waste because they enjoyed life and love together while it lasted. So why not Edward and Bella?
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