Here in the Garden of Sin

Edward has spent his entire existence as a vampire hearing the thoughts of others. Just when he feels he can’t take it anymore, he discovers Bella. Not only are her thoughts a secret to him, but her presence silences the thoughts of everyone else as well. He decides the only way to maintain his mental peace is to keep her forever, but he quickly discovers that creating a vampire isn’t as easy as he originally thought.

Bella finds herself in the middle of a nightmare when she realizes that it doesn’t matter whether Edward succeeds, she’s losing her life either way. Along the way feelings change, and while Edward is struggling to secure his future, Bella is devising a plan of her own.

Be careful what you wish for; you just might get it.

That’s pretty depressing to be in a house full of vamps and no one will drink your blood.
Annie Butts

Don’t forget to check out the sequel, Malice in the Garden!

Here in the Garden of Sin was nominated for Best Carlisle, Best Esme, Best Vampire Story, and Best Title in the 2011 Sunflower Awards, Fic of the Week at The Lemonade Stand, and two Walk of Fame Awards. Sadly, it won none of those.

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  • Published: 21 October 2010
  • Completed: 19 April 2011
  • Words: 50,300
  • Reviews: 1,700
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