Skin Deep by Hank's Lady

Skin Deep by Hank's Lady

Kyle is good looking, wealthy and seemingly has boundless opportunities in life. Many would give their right arm for just a fraction of what he has. Even though he has the world at his feet, he is also very shallow, superficial, cruel and emotionally unavailable. His father runs a successful modeling agency, so looks are everything in his family. When a witch casts a spell on Kyle in order to teach him a lesson, he soon discovers that there are more important things in this world than how a person looks or what kind of status he/she has. A lonely vampire slowly shows Kyle that love is worth more than all treasures of the world.

When I started reading this story, I was unfamiliar with the movie Beastly. I knew a little bit from the trailers I'd seen when it was released years ago, but I had no clue about the characters. I recently had the opportunity to watch the film and it provided a great backdrop for Hank Lady's latest tale. Kyle is the epitome of the man you love to hate. He's mean, attitudinal, shallow and just an overall prick. Edward is so shy and melancholy that I constantly want to reach through the computer screen and give him a hug. The developing relationship between the two main characters is both sweet and frustrating (in a good way), and I can't wait to see where it goes in future chapters.

~ M

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Betrayal by Hank's Lady

Betrayal by Hank's Lady

Tyler's life is chaos. He just caught his best friend, and roommate, in bed with his girlfriend, his father pays no attention to him and treats him like a burden, and he has anger problems, which almost always leads to a fight. When classmate, Jacob Black, takes pity on him and lends a helping hand, Tyler realizes there actually are good people out there and that he may not be the screw up everyone believes him to be.

I have been pleasantly surprised by this crossover Remember Me/Twilight fic! Using Tyler instead of Edward is nice twist, but what really caught my attention was the way Hank's Lady realistically portrays the struggles of the main characters. Seeing the slow and tentative progression of friendship between Tyler and Jake is refreshing and I look forward to learning more about these characters. I always get a jolt of excitement when I see an update for this story in my inbox and I know you will too!

~ M

Dreamt by Zero Skye

Dreamt by Zero Skye - COMPLETE 

In this story, vampires can occasionally be pulled into others' dreams.  They are usually unable to interact with the dreamer, so they stay in the background. However, when Jasper is pulled into a dream in which a small child is being abused, he is somehow able to tell the boy that what is happening to him isn't right and that he should get help. The little boy never forgets the vampire who helped him and hopes that one day he'll be able to dream about him again. As Harry grows up, he continues to pull Jasper into his dreams and they form a very strong bond. With mounting tension due to the return of Voldemort, Harry knows that he must stand up and fight to save the wizarding world. Jasper, on the other hand, must sit back and wait, hoping that that young man he loves comes out alive.

I first read this story a little over a year ago and it's stayed with me ever since. It's rare to see a Jasper/Harry pairing, but I think it works well in this story. Zero Skye effectively shows the slow progression of their relationship and the depth of their connection and love while telling a gripping story that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Definitely give this story a shot! It's well worth your while. :)

~ M

Wish Upon a Star by Bramble Iceweb

Wish Upon a Star by Bramble Iceweb - COMPLETE

Edward has been searching for his mate for decades. After wishing on a star one evening, he's surprised when an adorable young man with bright green eyes worms his way into his life and his heart. Even though he has as sunny disposition, Harry also harbors a great deal of pain and regret from his former life. Will he and Edward be able to move forward together or remain bound to past hurts?

I thought this story was absolutely adorable. It has a wealth of sweet moments with a few dashes of angst mixed in. I highly recommend this crossover fic! Both Edward and Harry will capture your heart.

Read the uncut version here.

~ M