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Thy Kingdom Come by pussycatwithattitude reviews
WW1 AU, 1916. Sergeant John Bates has been severely injured in the line of duty at the Battle of the Somme and is sent to a rehabilitation hospital back in England where he meets Nurse Anna Smith. Will she be able to bring him out of the shadows? Will he allow her to help him on the road to recovery?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 13 - Words: 60,091 - Reviews: 138 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 5/27 - Published: 12/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Winning Isn't Everything by digthatshizz reviews
Modern AU: John Bates is a football coach, an injury forcing him to retire from playing football at an early age. A visit from an old friend changes his life forever. Has John finally found something more important than football?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 50 - Words: 316,394 - Reviews: 523 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 2/17 - Published: 12/28/2013 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Coming Around Again by theglamourfades reviews
After losing his job at Downton Comprehensive, John Bates is attempting to rebuild his life. Former student Anna Smith is on the verge of small screen stardom. A school reunion brings new perspectives and second chances, bringing two different worlds together once more. Modern Anna x Bates AU. M rated from Chapter 12.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 31 - Words: 247,936 - Reviews: 255 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 1/26 - Published: 8/1/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Heart of Mine by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
After going through a bitter divorce, the last thing John Bates is looking for is love. Upon arriving back in Downton to work with his old friend, Robert Crawley, John meets and falls for a lovely waitress named, Anna Smith. Anna is a single mother trying to escape and forget a troubled past. Will the two finally find the happy ending they are both searching for?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 32 - Words: 216,677 - Reviews: 446 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 11/13/2018 - Published: 2/2/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Why Does She Love Me? by ke7ejx reviews
2:08-Christmas Episode from Mr. Bates point of view. What could he have been thinking on his wedding day and his trial and execution day? I credit this work to Carnival, Masterpiece and Mr. Fellowes. The original canon is a work of art and I have no desire to tarnish it. This is my first fan fiction and I hope that it pleases my fellow Bates/Anna fans. Thank you for reading.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 40,406 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 11/6/2018 - Published: 5/27/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Playdate by TheCaneOfBates reviews
When John's daughter and Anna's son become friends at nursery school, they don't expect their lives to change forever.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 42 - Words: 231,732 - Reviews: 377 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 99 - Updated: 8/27/2018 - Published: 8/31/2014 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Sour by icanthinkofsomething reviews
AU: Anna Smith finds herself in a predicament when her boyfriend, Graeme Bates, introduces her to his brother, John, who comes from London to Yorkshire for the funeral of Violet Crawley. It's not an easy ride for any but true colours begin to shine through. Characters, except Graeme and Figg, belong to Julian Fellowes. All reviews welcomed and appreciated.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 22 - Words: 63,544 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 11/26/2017 - Published: 2/9/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
Whenever I See Your Smiling Face by rjwritergirl reviews
Modern AU fic. Anna Smith teaches English at Levinson Academy. One of her students is Ruby Bates, she is the daughter of the Chief Inspector. John Bates. Anna, Ruby and John get close, but when hard times strike, will they be able to stick together or be broken apart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 41,308 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 7/26/2017 - Published: 12/17/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
Before There Was Anna by Mellowmom reviews
Pre Downton Abbey. 1902 -1903. The life and times of young John Bates during the Second Boer War. Twists and turns of his life that take him from being a happily married young soldier to a cripple and a drunk.Discover the soul crushing secret that convinced him he was undeserving of a good woman's love. And learn about a secret love who held John's heart after Vera and before Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 65,787 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 4/12/2017 - Published: 4/23/2014 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Awake my Soul by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna Smith is 16 years old and has just been signed up for an arranged marriage. John Bates is an soldier who needs a wife to tend his home while he's off at war. Anna has always wanted to marry for love and it's love at first sight when she meet's John. But it's been reduced to a business transaction. When her husband comes home wounded is this Anna's chance to make him love her?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 25,848 - Reviews: 125 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 12/4/2016 - Published: 3/19/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
Love Comes Quickly by mytwodaves reviews
Modern A/U - Anna Smith is an up and coming fashion designer while John Bates is trying to put his life back together while working as a personal assistant to TV Executive Robert Crawley. John and Anna are convinced by their close friends to try online dating in order to find love, but will they be successful?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 36,767 - Reviews: 99 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 59 - Updated: 8/13/2016 - Published: 9/1/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Love Is An Actual Strength by theglamourfades reviews
Two hearts, finding each other unexpectedly, fighting through adversity, celebrating in joy - becoming one. Anna and Bates throughout their relationship, in scenes throughout the series of Downton (canon and AU), and how their love conquers all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 26,093 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 6/12/2016 - Published: 7/5/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
La Belle Epoque by NefretForthEmerson reviews
Modern, AU story: Anna Smith is an editor at Grantham House Publishing and John Bates is a writer specializing in culture.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 99 - Words: 81,035 - Reviews: 395 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 5/26/2016 - Published: 9/6/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Come Fly with Me by LaLizi reviews
AU. John Bates' only way to divorce his wife and keep his company is to prove she is having an affair. Anna Smith of Carson's Private Investigators goes undercover on the case. What starts out as an infidelity investigation becomes much more and when John finds himself in serious trouble, Anna's skills and heart are put to the test.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 338,918 - Reviews: 318 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 5/4/2016 - Published: 1/11/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Asleep The Snow Came Falling by Katherine75 reviews
Modern AU. John Bates, an eclectic Artist and Dr. Anna Bates, a controlling surgeon meet on Christmas Eve while waiting for news about loved ones in the hospital. They are quickly captivated by one another's kindness and caring ways, but will their polar opposite lives prove to be too much chaos for a chance at real love?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 87,012 - Reviews: 191 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 1/31/2016 - Published: 12/26/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
University Challenge by Epea Pteroenta reviews
Modern university AU. Mary is an Oxbridge reject with a past, Anna and John are in the friendship zone, Sybil has a secret life out of school, Matthew and Lavinia are stuck in a rut, and Downton is owned by the National Trust. Drama and hijinks naturally ensue. Chapter 25: Over the summer holidays, Matthew and Mary navigate their new relationship.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 25 - Words: 112,383 - Reviews: 781 - Favs: 308 - Follows: 555 - Updated: 12/25/2015 - Published: 8/15/2011 - Matthew C., Mary C., Sybil C., Anna S.
Where The Heart Is by griseldalafey reviews
After Belle saves six year old Bae Gold from a car accident, his father offers her to stay with him while she heals from the injuries she sustained in doing so. What starts out as an act of gratitude soon turns into something far more layered when both father and son fall head over heels in love with the sweet librarian who has suddenly swept into their lives.
Once Upon a Time - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 23,774 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 10/20/2015 - Published: 5/8/2015 - Rumpelstiltskin/Mr. Gold, Belle/Lacey
No Man Can Regret Loving by Eady of Old reviews
"No man can regret loving... as I have loved you." He'd spoken the words before he knew the true meaning of regret.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 39 - Words: 94,260 - Reviews: 458 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 9/20/2015 - Published: 1/2/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
From Now, Until Forever by theglamourfades reviews
A ficlet for each episode - revealing a little more of what happened between Anna and Bates each step of the way, through the good and the bad. (Trigger warnings for Chapter 20 and 29.)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 34 - Words: 22,897 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 9/16/2015 - Published: 9/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
A Meeting of Fates by JamesLuver reviews
Anna is a maid travelling with the Earl of Grantham and his family to Newport, visiting Lady Grantham's family. John is seeking a new life in America, away from his past sins. Sparks fly on the ship of dreams and startling revelations promise to change both of their lives for good, but when the ship hits the ice they are not guaranteed a happy end. Highclere Award '14 nom/winner.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 14 - Words: 97,265 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 9/14/2015 - Published: 4/14/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Business by fuzzydream archive reviews
Life is a risky business. Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 45,205 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 9/9/2015 - Published: 8/7/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
A Sliver of Sunlight by JamesLuver reviews
Anna's new dress affects John in unexpected ways.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,257 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/30/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Never Too Late by Forgoodandproper reviews
After the house party Anna and Bates are finally moving on. They're happy and rebuilding their life together. That is until Lady Mary shares the news of Green's death. Will Anna be able to overcome her suspicions about her husband's involvement or will they force the couple apart? Will it be too late to say I'm sorry? Trigger and spoiler warning for S4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 17,501 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 8/29/2015 - Published: 9/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Nothing is More Articulate by JamesLuver reviews
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but Anna thinks a kiss is worth a thousand more.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,778 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 8/28/2015 - Published: 8/20/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Whiskey, Wood & Bone by Gelana reviews
Bates and Anna au that takes place during the logging boom in the Santa Cruz mountains of California in the late 1800s. M for mature themes. It is really not as far-fetched as it sounds. Come on, give it a chance. You won't be sorry. Seriously. Read the reviews if you won't take my word for it.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 85,689 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 8/20/2015 - Published: 7/8/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Off Limits by TheCaneOfBates reviews
Modern AU, but what else do you expect from me now? A quick snippet of an idea I have had for ages. What if when they met, Both Anna and John aren't free?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 624 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 13 - Published: 8/12/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Proud by theglamourfades reviews
He was one, amongst many others, who were being celebrated for the battles they had endured. He was the one honoured for bravery, courage in the face of adversity and possessing an iron will to win through against all odds. A hero in the eyes of the country he had fought for. (Post S6, AU)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,771 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/7/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Days With You by fuzzydream archive reviews
Anna feels a soft kiss upon her neck, just below her ear, and she knows that it's time to wake up. Set post-S5, with some S6 "spoilers".
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,182 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 6 - Published: 8/2/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Right Wedding by JamesLuver reviews
The question comes as she sits at the little table she uses for work.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,834 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/2/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Finally Finding Forever by Awesomegreentie reviews
Modern A/U John Bates is an international acting sensation who has just bought a vacation home in St. Andrews. Anna Smith is a grad student at St. Andrews University. When John hires Anna as his house sitter will the two of them finally find forever?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 76 - Words: 210,593 - Reviews: 991 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 137 - Updated: 7/28/2015 - Published: 3/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
This Love, One Melody by fuzzydream archive reviews
Anna sees an unexpected but familiar man playing the piano. Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,757 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/21/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Mrs Smith Goes to Downton by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
This is post Series 3 Episode 7 a few months after John has been released from jail and it goes A/U from there. This story is in response to a prompt from allcoyledup who asked for a scene with Anna's mother meeting John.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 23 - Words: 71,053 - Reviews: 163 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 7/4/2015 - Published: 7/6/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Beneath Still Waters by fuzzydream archive reviews
Anna investigates a curious mystery, but she soon finds herself struggling to tell what is real and what is in her mind. Post Series 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 38,203 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 7/2/2015 - Published: 4/23/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Smoke Rings by E.Phoard reviews
This focuses primarily on how Bates's incarceration affects the household, and how they intend to get him released, but has some interesting little side trips that have nothing to do with that at all. A little something for everyone with a healthy dose of the supernatural.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 24,660 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 6/21/2015 - Published: 7/11/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Summit of all Joy by JamesLuver reviews
"Would you?" The words were whispered so quietly that it took a moment to register them. When he did, heat flooded his cheeks, and his pulse began a nervous throb in his throat. Anna's eyes were on him, wide and eager, penetrating through to his very soul."Of course," he croaked. "Anything for you."
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,050 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/11/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Her Everything by digthatshizz reviews
Set during Series 2, Episode 8. Lord Grantham has received a telegram informing the family Matthew is injured. William's fate is unknown. Anna is grateful Mr Bates is there to comfort her as she considers, under different circumstances, what the war might have meant for her.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,681 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/8/2015 - Anna S., J. Bates
Weight Of The World by TestShip reviews
Modern AU. John Bates is struggling to get his life back on track after a traumatic experience. He follows his mother's advice and seeks help with a therapist, Anna Smith. Can she help him get through this difficult period and ignore the growing connection between them?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 95,242 - Reviews: 171 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 5/28/2015 - Published: 1/5/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
On the Precipice by JamesLuver reviews
He'd had flashes of terror in Africa. He'd had real fear when he'd been shipped back to England to recover. He'd been afraid when he'd come to Downton. But he wasn't afraid of being sacked anymore. He wasn't afraid of the pain he was putting himself through. There was something far bigger to preoccupy his mind now. He remembered her smile, and shivered.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,503 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 5/4/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Stay by fuzzydream archive reviews
Modern AU. Life can always come up with a few surprises. (completely A/B, but with other characters' appearances as well)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 88,824 - Reviews: 266 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 4/16/2015 - Published: 5/3/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
For This Love by mille libri reviews
Bates and Anna couldn't have known where that first handshake would lead them: short vignettes covering on- and off-screen scenes in their romance.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 145 - Words: 120,282 - Reviews: 672 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 4/13/2015 - Published: 4/21/2013 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Across the Universe by poma14 reviews
Can lovers who were ripped apart in one life find each other and reconnect in the next? AU Anna/Bates reincarnation story. What would have happened if Bates had hanged? Romance with a heavy dollop of mystery as Anna and Bates's paths cross once again and they are inexplicably drawn to each other. Will they figure who they were in the past? And how does that affect their future?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Mystery - Chapters: 14 - Words: 119,631 - Reviews: 238 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 95 - Updated: 3/29/2015 - Published: 11/28/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Bluebird by rjwritergirl reviews
How does a broken heart get put back together when it's been torn apart? Spoilers for 4.03! AU after the 2nd chapter! Trigger warning!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 47 - Words: 70,089 - Reviews: 133 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 86 - Updated: 3/23/2015 - Published: 10/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Unspeakable Sin by precibus reviews
*spoilers for S4, AU from S4E3 onwards* "Suppose you're with child, what will you do then?" "I'll kill myself." The unthinkable has happened: weeks on from the concert, Anna realises that her greatest fear has come true. (M rated and trigger warning). Winner of a Highclere Award for best AU Period Anna/Bates story
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 33,076 - Reviews: 94 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 73 - Updated: 3/22/2015 - Published: 11/17/2013 - Isobel C., E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S.
The Trip by JamesLuver reviews
John and Anna, along with their children, take a trip to Ireland to visit John's cousin. After his eldest daughter drops a bombshell on their faery hunt, John is determined to spoil his wife, but Anna has a secret of her own.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 7 - Words: 60,903 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 3/15/2015 - Published: 3/17/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
We Danced by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
It's Valentine's Day in Downton. John Bates, is the owner of The Red Lion, struggling as a bar tender with his past and under the assumption that love and life is passing him by. But a chance encounter with Anna Smith will turn his life upside down.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,721 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 3/8/2015 - Published: 2/16/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.]
Story Lines by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Terriejane (on Tumblr) gives the first line and we have to write around it. It's fun and if you want to give it a try go on Tumblr and look for her blog. Every week she posts as few lines and they are always fun! Hope you like these little drabbles :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 4 - Words: 1,783 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 3/4/2015 - Published: 1/29/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Anything by Lynn Saunders reviews
Bates discovers that Married Love is actually about how to please women in bed. He puts his new knowledge to good use.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,326 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/1/2015
Every Right by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Bates breaks Anna's heart when he tells her he's leaving with Vera the next morning. But before he goes, Anna makes a decision that will change their life forever. Will that night be the beginning of the end for both Anna and Bates? Heartbreak, misunderstandings and concealments will only prove how uncertain the future can be.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 21 - Words: 41,258 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 2/22/2015 - Published: 4/19/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Glimpses of Life by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Weekend Challenges by Terriejane. Some will be Modern and AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 25 - Words: 28,523 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 2/17/2015 - Published: 9/7/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Rival's Deal by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
A 4 part story for Terriejane's Boxing Challenge. The House vs the Village. Who fights for the Abbey? Who trains? Who wins?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,659 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 2/13/2015 - Published: 2/11/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Corners Of My Mind by TheRisingPheonix92 reviews
She would never get over losing him, but his legacy lived on. Anna Bates tells her eldest granddaughter Louise all about her grandpa... Set in the 1960's, Anna describes her memories of the love of her life to an inquisitive little girl.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,260 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 2/8/2015 - Published: 1/18/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Quicksilver and Light by poma14 reviews
John Bates makes good on his suggestion to sneak into the maids' quarters at Duneagle after the Ghillies Ball. Unfortunately, things do not go according to plan. Set during the S3 Christmas Special and based upon a deleted scene in the S3 script book. Rather fluffy one-shot (really, no angst-I promise!).
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,860 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/23/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
For Love by fuzzydream archive reviews
If God wouldn't give them a chance, perhaps they should make one themselves, Anna decided. But she knew God worked in mysterious ways.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 12 - Words: 29,231 - Reviews: 154 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 1/20/2015 - Published: 11/13/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Way Forward by theglamourfades reviews
Anna wakes up naturally on the morning of New Year's Day, and enjoys a breakfast at home with her husband. Set post S5 CS, S5 spoilers included.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,727 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/19/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Above Rubies by bugsfic reviews
A secret is confessed on a quiet evening in the cottage.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,746 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/19/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
First Birthday by Mishka67 reviews
Anna's birthday doesn't go entirely as either she or John planned.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,100 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/18/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Mother Knows Best by Awesomegreentie reviews
John's mother challenges him to admit his feeling for Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 2,797 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 1/8/2015 - Published: 1/6/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Parts of a Whole by Umbrella-ella reviews
There is joy, there is heartbreak, but in between, in those small moments that define us, there is true love. The story of Anna and Mr. Bates, told in multiple installments.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 35,881 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 1/6/2015 - Published: 3/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Little Stowaway by adamsforthought reviews
Just as John and Anna Bates begin to grow concerned about their childlessness, they meet little Henry, an intriguing young rascal from the village who increasingly reminds John of his own childhood, especially as the darker details of Henry's family life come into light. S5 AU. Hints of Molesley-Baxter and Carson-Hughes.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 20,299 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 12/29/2014 - Published: 6/11/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.]
Happy Christmas by Eady of Old reviews
He could not keep his hands off of her. Spoilers for S5CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,296 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/27/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Underneath A Winter's Sky by theglamourfades reviews
Ever since they met, their Christmases have never been quite conventional. Modern Anna x Bates AU, Christmassy fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,842 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/22/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Hero by fuzzydream archive reviews
She was home, and just in time for Christmas.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,085 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/22/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Fragments of a Life by we're-just-stardust reviews
An exploration of Anna's perspective during season 4. Canon, might become AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 3,760 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 12/21/2014 - Published: 6/10/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
Make You Feel My Love by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Set in a present day modern A/U- John Bates is a fire fighter struggling with the law and life. After a court order forces him to get the help he needs, John meets Anna, his saving grace. The timing could not be more wrong and John's past continues to haunt him. Plus, Anna has a few secrets of her own as well.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 31 - Words: 175,882 - Reviews: 195 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 70 - Updated: 11/27/2014 - Published: 4/27/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Downstairs in Love by AshleighWrites97 reviews
Anna. Mr. Bates, Mr. Molesley and Miss Baxter go on a double date. Prompt from mirai-desu on downton-abbey-fic-prompts on tumblr. Updated, and 1st part rewritten.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 2,921 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 11/11/2014 - Published: 1/12/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] [Molesley, P. Baxter] - Complete
All We Are by a-lady-to-me reviews
Series 2/AU - After John leaves with Vera, Anna is devastated. But what if someone had come along to mend Anna's broken heart? When John returns about to be free from his wife, and ready to marry Anna; he may not find things exactly how he left them. Will John fight to keep the love of his life? Or will he let his insecurities get in the way, and watch her slip away to another man?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 33,191 - Reviews: 99 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 11/11/2014 - Published: 12/3/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Chair by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Set in S5 ep7 (possible spoilers? maybe) John and Anna enjoy the rest of the evening in each other's arms...and his *magical* chair.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,915 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/6/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
To Those Who Wait by theglamourfades reviews
In the middle of the night, Anna sits in her new favourite spot in the cottage to care for a very important arrival. S5 spoilers, set post S5 & now AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,907 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/3/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Love Remains the Same by fuzzydream archive reviews
Different universes, same love.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,534 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 10/31/2014 - Published: 9/12/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Going Through the Motions by Eady of Old reviews
Walking like a man already condemned to the gallows, Bates felt his emotions shift from anguish into a dull rage. He hated himself. He hated Anna, just a little. S5E6 post episode. SPOILERS
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,475 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/31/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Charade by im-yours-for-life reviews
This fic is inspired by the 1963 movie of the same name starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. While it isn't exactly the same, I will borrow on some of the movies themes and more well known lines.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,115 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 10/29/2014 - Published: 10/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
By Law and By Love by theglamourfades reviews
"Anna didn't know how she had managed to exist without it upon her; already it was like a piece of her, as important as a limb or a vein connected closely to her heart, as significant and as rooted as her soul." Canon one-shot, set in 2.8. Inspired by an OTP Prompt. Slight M rating.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,851 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/25/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Way to Wonder by A-Downtonluvr-To-Me reviews
Modern A/U: Bates and Anna's journey through the difficulties of infertility. A look into the future can be found in our fic Christmas Cheer
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 27,466 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 10/20/2014 - Published: 10/14/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Shelter from the Storm by theglamourfades reviews
When John learns of a visitor to Downton Abbey, his priority is to offer Anna some much needed shelter and promises in their cottage. 5.5 speculation, S5 spoilers included. Now AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,622 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/18/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Packet of letters by rjwritergirl reviews
In series 3, Anna and Mr. Bates' letters are stopped, what happens while they wait for their letters to come to be sent? What are Anna and John's thoughts and feelings through that time?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 9 - Words: 10,358 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 10/12/2014 - Published: 8/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Designing Windows by we're-just-stardust reviews
Modern AU Anna Smith is an assistant buyer for Ted Baker's. When new Visual Merchandiser John Bates appears, her job becomes much more interesting than she ever thought it could be. I suck at summaries, so maybe forget this and just read the first chapter :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,740 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 10/7/2014 - Published: 9/17/2014 - Anna S.
Truth and Honesty by MissSarahG1 reviews
This is a story that will involve as many Downton characters as possible. Strong themes will be Edith and Marigold and Mary's love life, but there will be other things, such as Tom Branson and Sarah Bunting and Anna and Mr Bates. It is set directly after Season 5 episode 3. Please review xx.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 802 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 6 - Published: 10/6/2014 - Mary C., Edith C., T. Branson
An Undeniable Pleasure by Eady of Old reviews
Bates finds something Anna did not intend for him to see and misunderstands why she has it. SPOILERS for S5E2
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,863 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/29/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Keeping Count by an-extraordinary-muse reviews
Bates reflects on how imperative Anna's smiles are to his happiness. Originally posted on my tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 730 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/23/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Sleepless by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Anna and Bates one shot set in series 5. My take on what happened at night, after their conversation in the servants hall. May contain some spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 897 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/22/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Change in the Tides by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John try to enjoy themselves at the beach, but a conversation with Mrs. Hughes leads John to contemplate the issue of misunderstanding. Can he and Anna use the unexpected turn of events that arise to reassemble their lives properly?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 17,010 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 9/21/2014 - Published: 9/7/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Cancer in the Soul by JamesLuver reviews
Anna's world is rocked again by devastating news. Things only get worse when she overhears a conversation between Lady Mary and Mrs Hughes about John's fabled visit to York on the day of Green's death. With doubts festering for the first time, she sets out to discover if her husband really is capable of murder. In turn, can she allow him to support her through her own struggles?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 26,115 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 9/21/2014 - Published: 9/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Picture Perfect by theglamourfades reviews
While spending an evening at the fair, Anna and John come across a new attraction.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,372 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/20/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
His Tiny Angel by JamesLuver reviews
Anna brings her newborn daughter up to the house to introduce her to the servants, and cherishes watching John with her.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,158 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/20/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Spring to Follow the Winter by pussycatwithattitude reviews
Series 5 speculation. As the drama heats up during Robert and Cora's anniversary party, John is given the chance to fulfil and remind Anna of his promise that no harm will come to her ever again.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,033 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 9/16/2014 - Published: 9/8/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Makings of a Modern World by JamesLuver reviews
When Lady Mary bobs her hair, Anna wonders if she should do the same, and asks John for his opinion.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,180 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
To Have and to Hold by a-lady-to-me reviews
What happened during Bates and Anna's trip back from Ripon after their wedding? And how do they feel about having to keep their long-awaited marriage a secret?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,321 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Windows of Life by fuzzydream archive reviews
Modern AU. Ex-military, divorcee, lame and a penniless writer. John Bates doesn't have a lot to look forward in life until he sees her across the street.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,522 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/5/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Together with a Splash by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John are very much enjoying their first few days in the cottage, with readying their home falling a little by the wayside for more pressing activities. But when John takes a bath and Anna decides to join him, things don't quite go as planned.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,080 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 8 - Published: 9/3/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Yellow Light by theglamourfades reviews
Four times that Anna and John went to the beach. Some canon, some AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 12,187 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/2/2014 - Published: 8/21/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Moments In Time by im-yours-for-life reviews
This will be a continuing story with bits of what I want to see happen in Series 5 but also moments from previous series I might want to see explored, maybe even some AU moments that I wish I had happened. I accept prompts as well, so if there is something you would like to see, please let me know.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,697 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 9/1/2014 - Published: 3/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Bates Children Chronicles by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Fluffy Anna and Bates family drabbles and scenarios in no particular order.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 10 - Words: 23,116 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 8/31/2014 - Published: 6/18/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Banna's Alphabet by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Series of Drabbles from A to Z that I wrote and posted on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 5,749 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/28/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Redemption by TheCaneOfBates reviews
'Another' Modern A/U: Moving to the north of England to put his past behind him, will Anna Smith prove to be John Bates's salvation?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 13 - Words: 86,951 - Reviews: 111 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 55 - Updated: 8/24/2014 - Published: 12/15/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
(Lifting) The Fog of Misery by JamesLuver reviews
Oneshots based on Anna and John's relationship, from the fledgling days of friendship to the horror of his imprisonment, stretching beyond into their happy life together.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 15 - Words: 57,606 - Reviews: 100 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 8/20/2014 - Published: 6/8/2012 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Fix The World Up For You by a-lady-to-me reviews
Series 1 - After the death of the Turkish diplomat, Anna has a difficult time with what happened. Will she confide in Mr. Bates? And how will he handle the changing tides of their relationship?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,937 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Memories by Eady of Old reviews
A series of 100-word stories depicting moments from the lives of our favorite "spot of trouble" valet and head housemaid-turned-lady's maid.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,568 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 8/13/2014 - Published: 7/31/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Old Wounds Revisited by Eady of Old reviews
When the shrapnel in Bates' knee shifts unexpectedly, the pain is nearly unbearable. Will he and Anna be able to cope with the change in his circumstances, or will it be enough to finally break them apart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 21 - Words: 56,281 - Reviews: 258 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 8/12/2014 - Published: 4/3/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Tiny Moments by Kristen APA reviews
Short Anna x Bates drabbles based on a-tardis-at-downton's July fanfic prompts. Covers from S1 through 4 and in onto my own imagination for their future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,583 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/1/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Scars by JamesLuver reviews
John is interested in Anna's scars.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,229 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 7/30/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Wake Me Up, I'm Only Dreaming by digthatshizz reviews
Anna's day is taking strange turn after strange turn...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,787 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/26/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
The Guilt of the Innocent by Eady of Old reviews
"I want to know why Mrs. Hughes said that 'at least there will be no baby.'"
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,953 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 7/22/2014 - Published: 6/6/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
For Better by theglamourfades reviews
He always wanted her to have a church wedding. Post S4, completely and unashamedly AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,679 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/18/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] Robert C., E. Hughes - Complete
The Bartender and His Customer: A Series of Drabbles by adamsforthought reviews
Modern AU for Anna and Bates, loosely based on their S1 and S2 courtship. Bates is a bartender in New York City, and Anna is a graduate student and a frequent customer. Each chapter is an opposing, parallel pair of 100-word drabbles.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 710 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/17/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Deserving by poma14 reviews
Green gets what he deserves. So does Anna. Is John responsible for both? An attempt to fix S4 Ep8.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,244 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All This Time: A Resurgence of Love by Katherine75 reviews
Anna never stopped loving John Bates after he disappeared 3 years ago. Under the encouragement of friends, she found a new way of life, met someone, and was lingering toward a wedding day- when fate established itself dramatically. This is my first AU. But after season 4, I desperately wanted one! I hope you enjoy- plenty of drama, romance, plot twists and hopefully a few giggles.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 52,790 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 7/13/2014 - Published: 1/29/2014 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S., Gwen D.
Happiness by a-lady-to-me reviews
Bates and Anna have finally found happiness together. *Major Fluff Alert*
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,117 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/12/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A New Start by digthatshizz reviews
Modern/AU. John Bates has taken up the vacant Deputy Headmaster post at St Peter's Secondary School in York. Here he meets up again with old friend and headmaster Robert Crawley, as well as Head Of English, Anna Smith.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 35 - Words: 105,718 - Reviews: 208 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 7/7/2014 - Published: 5/6/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Novel Words by Eady of Old reviews
"And what other words have you read in these novels of yours?"
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,517 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/6/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The End of Life by downtonfan1998 reviews
Prompt answer off tumblr. Anna Bates reflects on life, love and what can happen in a short amount of time.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 471 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/6/2014 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Anna S. - Complete
Word Gets Around by bugsfic reviews
The winding path that gossip takes in the great house.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 22,406 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 7/1/2014 - Published: 2/26/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
The Shirt by im-yours-for-life reviews
Anna decides to surprise John by wearing nothing but one of his button down shirts. Total smut, not plot whatsoever!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,952 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/28/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Well Taken Care Of by im-yours-for-life reviews
Gwen has a bit of a crush on Mr. Bates.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,768 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., Gwen D.
If Only by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Mr Bates is staying after all. Set in S1, Ep1.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 997 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Sanctuary by a-lady-to-me reviews
Post Prison Release Series 3 - Anna and Bates have a heated moment of reunion in the courtyard. Will they be able to keep themselves from getting carried away?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,330 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
These Four Walls by theglamourfades reviews
A haven, happiness, the place her heart has called home. Can these things possibly remain when she returns, a changed person? Two parter, set post 4.5. Trigger warning due to S4 content.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 20,500 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 6/21/2014 - Published: 6/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A New Addition by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
The Bates break the news of the new addition on the way
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,728 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/18/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Small Moments by Eady of Old reviews
A quiet life of shared love and small moments.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,025 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Dearest: The Prison Letters by adamsforthought reviews
Letters from the Anna-Bates prison correspondence in S3. Anna is optimistic and cheerful, with her usual honesty and humor, while Bates is the romantic brooder, though not without his own humor. Letters begin early in 03x01.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 8,590 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 6/15/2014 - Published: 4/5/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Wading Into the Unknown by Chelsie Dagger reviews
After the 2013 Christmas Special. It all started with a day at the beach. Extremely extended ending! This has it all; intrigue, romance, angst, irony, betrayal, humor, more romance, London, seduction, healing and Chelsie! Key characters; Carson, Hughes, Thomas, Mary, Beryl, Edith, Molesley, Mrs. Butte, Miss Baxter, Anna and Bates. COMPLETE! 2014 Highclere Award- 'Chelsie Fluff'
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 125 - Words: 266,083 - Reviews: 2073 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 91 - Updated: 6/4/2014 - Published: 12/26/2013 - [C. Carson, E. Hughes] Molesley, Edith C. - Complete
Two Is Better Than One by im-yours-for-life reviews
Anna and Bates meet at a wedding, but when disaster strikes and they are forced together will it bring them closer or tear them apart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 14 - Words: 34,916 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 55 - Updated: 6/3/2014 - Published: 5/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Unending Faith by Eady of Old reviews
After weeks with no letters and no visits, Bates had finally come to one simple, awful conclusion. "She's given up on me." S3 episode filler.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,177 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/2/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Kirbymoorside by Gelana reviews
Thank tumblr for this one. Normally I am a strictly cannon sort of writer, but this time I will make an exception. Takes place immediately following Anna's first visit to the Red Lion in Kirbymoorside. Side note: I genuinely do not believe this is how things went down, but it was an interesting exercise.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,668 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 6/1/2014 - Published: 4/20/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
High Society by theglamourfades reviews
Modern Anna x Bates one shot. At a dinner party held by the Crawleys in the grand surroundings of Downton Abbey, Anna and John get the chance to explore.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,331 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/22/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anything Could Happen by theglamourfades reviews
In the space of a few hours, Anna Smith's life is turned upside down. Can a chance encounter on a Underground train change everything for the better, and guide her to where she is meant to be? Modern Anna and Bates AU, based on the film Sliding Doors. M Rated from Chapter 10. [Winner of 2014 Highclere Award for Anna/Bates Modern AU story]
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 35 - Words: 266,439 - Reviews: 358 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 5/9/2014 - Published: 3/24/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Windmills of your mind by JadeLeif reviews
Set after S1E1 what if Lord Grantham didn't change his mind and Bates left, how will Anna and Bates get together, would their lives change. A/U with reference to canon timeline. I'm in denial about S3/S4 and need them to move ahead. Disclaimer: Downton Abbey characters are not mine
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 22,153 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 5/7/2014 - Published: 3/3/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Through My Eyes by a-lady-to-me reviews
A/U set after S3 - Anna and John have been blessed with a baby boy, but things are not nearly as happy as they should be. Anna falls into a deep depression. Feelings of inadequacy, failure, and insecurity cast a shadow over their lives and threaten her marriage to the love of her life. Can John pull her from the depths of darkness? Is love enough to save them?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 19,866 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 5/4/2014 - Published: 4/30/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Green murder case by dancemusic-for-robots reviews
Anna Bates getting shit done. Takes place after the s4/CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,197 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/2/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Waiting On You by theglamourfades reviews
Modern!Anna x Bates AU ficlet. Anna appreciates seeing John in a new light.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,108 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Little Bird by im-yours-for-life reviews
An AU one-shot about John and his little girl.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,557 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
What Comes With Spring by Kristen APA reviews
[Post S4CS] Anna, John, and their daughter celebrate Easter together. [fluffy mushy stuff yet again]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,759 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/20/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Returning the Favour by theglamourfades reviews
Acts of kindness never go unrewarded, especially to those who show kindness the most of all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 18,767 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 4/18/2014 - Published: 3/23/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Mary C., Gwen D. - Complete
Not With Haste by katamarann reviews
"Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light." - Helen Keller :: The worlds of Anna Smith and John Bates become unexpectedly entwined, as they both question everything they've based their lives upon. :: Modern A/U
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 30 - Words: 168,833 - Reviews: 349 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 4/16/2014 - Published: 1/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Downton, Cinderella's Wish by Bubbly Butterfly
Anna, the young maid, had what would've been, scandalous, affair with the dashing chauffer, Tom Branson. Luckily, no one knew. Then Thomas catches them kissing. The new valet, John Bates arrives. Anna is mesmorised. Gwen, Anna's closet friend, falls in love with Branson. Anna wishes for a fairy godmother to make this whirlwind disappear. Not one fairy godmother appears, but three.
Crossover - Cinderella & Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 2,575 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 4/9/2014 - Published: 8/10/2012 - Anna S.
You Won't Break Me by Eady of Old reviews
He gazed across the bed at his wife's face, relaxed and innocent in slumber. In these moments, she looked as young and untouched by life as the first day they'd met. Rated M
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,054 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/8/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A man like me by LizzieCrawley reviews
Robert is a lawyer who runs a successful law office alongside of his old friend, John Bates. Divorced five years, his wife Laura left him after the death of their youngest daughter. He is perfectly happy minding his daughters and his work. But is he ready to love again, even when love knocks on his door, bringing someone from his past? Modern AU story, RobertxCora, Mary x Blake.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 8 - Words: 26,884 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 4/3/2014 - Published: 11/26/2013 - Robert C., Cora C., Mary C., C. Blake
The Book by Eady of Old reviews
After Anna lends Mr. Bates, the new valet, her copy of Jane Eyre, the theme of the novel follows them through their relationship.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,170 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/1/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Angel by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
What would have happened if Anna had been sicker than anyone realized? When Bates brings the tray, and she doesn't answer he is worried. He breaks all the rules to make sure she is taken care of that night. AU, set in series 1 ep 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,725 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/31/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Right Path by Eady of Old reviews
AU S2 Unable to find grounds for a divorce from Vera, Bates stays away from Downton and Anna until fate intervenes with a chance meeting in London.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 13,581 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 3/31/2014 - Published: 3/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
From The Ashes by Gelana reviews
Trigger warning and S4 spoilers. John and Anna move towards healing after the attack. My attempt to make sense of what happened. Cannon until just before the season finale. Rated M for the depiction of the aftermath of sexual violence. Highclere Award nominee.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 21 - Words: 67,419 - Reviews: 160 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 3/27/2014 - Published: 10/14/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Not Such a Secret by Eady of Old reviews
When Anna and Bates find out that they are expecting a child, they decide to wait a while before telling anyone. But some secrets are impossible to keep in a place like Downton.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 11,127 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 3/24/2014 - Published: 3/17/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Mary C., E. Hughes - Complete
The Missing and the Beloved by katamarann reviews
"War. War never changes." Twenty years post series.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,836 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/23/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC - Complete
One Morning by Loves History reviews
John and Anna Bates are enjoying a quiet morning, catching up on some sewing in the servants' hall, when they find themselves drawn in to the complicated tangle that is Thomas, Miss Baxter and Mr Molesley. One shot at the moment, but may become a mini-story. Some spoliers for series 3 and 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,776 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 8 - Published: 3/22/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
In Sickness and in Health by Kristen APA reviews
[AU, set sometime after S3] A mini Anna x Bates ficlet of the corny, cheesy, fluffy variety.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 613 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/21/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Promises in the Summer Rain by fuzzydream archive reviews
Two days in two summers, two perspectives, one single dream of happiness.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,801 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/20/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
No More Secrets by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
'There's no baby.' After hearing Mrs Hughes and Anna's conversation, John's demons and insecurities emerge as strong as ever. Will he be able to control himself after such revelation? Will he give Anna a chance to explain herself? AU, series 4 ep 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,843 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 3/19/2014 - Published: 3/2/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
An Evening Out by Kristen APA reviews
[AU, set after S3CS] Anna and Bates finally get to go to the fair. [Cheesy fluffy stuff].
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,292 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Healing by a-lady-to-me reviews
S4 Oneshot - An exploration of a way Anna and Bates might have reintroduced intimacy/closeness back into their relationship after her attack.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,920 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/11/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Something New by dna2000 reviews
Modern A/U. Anna and Bates are getting married. The maid of honour and best man have never met each other before - but when they do, sparks fly in an unexpected manner. Fluffy, silly, and likely to only be two chapters! CH.2 NOW REPLACED TO AMEND WEIRD FORMATTING!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,817 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 3/9/2014 - Published: 2/1/2014 - Matthew C., Mary C.
The Rage Within by Eady of Old reviews
S4 AU (spoilers). Bates barely made it to the bottom of the steps when the first scream reached his ears.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,361 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 11 - Published: 3/3/2014 - Robert C., Mary C., J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
For the Love of Me by Eady of Old reviews
AU After three years in prison, John Bates loses all hope of being released and decides to set Anna free.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,375 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 3/3/2014 - Published: 2/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Golden Hour by katamarann reviews
John and Anna Bates find themselves with an afternoon off and nothing else to do.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,157 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Better Man by a-lady-to-me reviews
Series 1 A/U - What if John had already been divorced when Anna confessed her love on the way to the flower show? Would he be able to overcome his doubts and insecurities and accept her love? This is a two-part fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,196 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 2/26/2014 - Published: 2/25/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
The Telegram by Eady of Old reviews
No lights burned in the cottage as he neared, not even a solitary candle in the window. Warning: character death.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,482 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/26/2014 - J. Bates - Complete
Nothing More, Nothing Less, Only Love by pussycatwithattitude reviews
Based on a list of prompts I found on Tumblr. Various moments between Anna and Bates, going from Series 1 to 4 and maybe straying into modern times. There will be warnings if there are any S4 spoilers in any of these chapters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,651 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 2/26/2014 - Published: 11/7/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
In the Darkness by Eady of Old reviews
Season 4 AU/Entire season spoilers – When Mrs. Hughes refuses to share Anna's secret with Mr. Bates, he leaves Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 20,233 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 2/24/2014 - Published: 2/4/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] E. Hughes - Complete
Prisoner TR3112 by bugsfic reviews
They release the prisoners at dawn.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,522 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/22/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] OC - Complete
What Storms We May Weather by Eady of Old reviews
S4 spoilers. When a new housemaid shows an interest in Mr. Bates, Anna is forced to confront both her own jealousy and the divide which has grown between her and her husband.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,976 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/21/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] Mary C. - Complete
Braving the Storm by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
A small Valentine's Day contribution to the Anna and Bates fandom. John and Anna spend a quiet Valentine's Day together in their hotel by the seas with their little girl as they prepare for the arrival of their second child.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,832 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/21/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A Stormy Together by WishMeTheStars reviews
When a storm wrecks the cottage Anna and Bates currently live in, they are forced back to Downton and are placed into different rooms. What ensues is a series of loving and comical events as they try to find some alone time in the workplace.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,073 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 2/18/2014 - Published: 2/10/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Second Honeymoon by bugsfic reviews
"You rest. Stay in bed. Read books," said Lord Grantham to John Bates upon his return from prison.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,273 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 6 - Published: 2/17/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Small Things, Great Love by JamesLuver reviews
John Bates knows that he's not destined for great things, not after the life that he's had. But perhaps he can show the measure of himself in other ways.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 26,338 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 2/14/2014 - Published: 2/10/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A Week in Paris by pussycatwithattitude reviews
AU. Mary and Matthew are travelling to Paris for a romantic break away for Valentine's Day. Initially disappointed, Anna is delighted when Matthew makes arrangements for Molesley to swap places with Bates, just for the trip. Anna and Bates get to enjoy a week away in the city of love, re-living Anna's experiences of the last time she was in France. Tumblr prompt.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,532 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
When The Heart Speaks by theglamourfades reviews
Ever since Anna fell in love with Mr. Bates, she has been eager for him to return the feelings. When it seems that he will never change the state of their relationship, Anna takes matters into her own hands on the most romantic day of the year. Set after 1.5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,327 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Valentine's Day to Remember by im-yours-for-life reviews
Anna and John spend a quiet Valentine's Day at home with their daughter, but life has a surprise in store for them.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,341 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Meant To Be by digthatshizz reviews
Modern A/U- A one shot. John Bates and Anna Smith are set up on Valentines Day... the rest was left up to fate.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,034 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/13/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Not How We Planned Things by onekisstotakewithmex reviews
IN February 1923, Anna and John Bates have a plan for a romantic Valentine's holiday. Their superiors have given them a few days off, and they plan a romantic vacation. But their plans are interrupted when Anna's mother decides to visit them. Will they get their proper Valentine's Day? Or will Mrs. Smith break up the marriage with her disapproval? AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 8 - Words: 10,700 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 2/13/2014 - Published: 1/13/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Let Me Fall by Eady of Old reviews
Bates takes care of Anna when she and half the household come down with the flu.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,028 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 5 - Published: 2/12/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Path to my Heart by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Set after Anna tells Mr Bates she loves him. Series 1 ep 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,375 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/11/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Long and Winding Road by pussycatwithattitude reviews
When Anna receives news of her family a week after Bates is released, husband and wife must face another hurdle in yet another chapter of their lives, only this time with a six-year-old in tow.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 50,607 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 2/11/2014 - Published: 12/13/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Freedom by NeverKnewAFinerOne reviews
A re-write of the series 2 Christmas special. Anna/Bates with a hint of Mary/Mrs Hughes. Pure fluff. The title is based on one of my favourite songs by Paloma Faith.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,056 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 7 - Published: 2/8/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
Very Special Indeed by a-lady-to-me reviews
Series 1 - Slight A/U (but who knows?) - After Bates brings her the lovely tray; Anna witnesses him shoving Thomas against the wall, and goes to the courtyard to think. What happens when Bates joins her?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,679 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/5/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Disgraced by precibus reviews
(Set after S1 and goes AU after that) Anna and Bates find themselves facing the far-reaching consequences of one lapse of self-control.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 12,932 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 2/2/2014 - Published: 12/6/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
All Mine, All Yours by rjwritergirl reviews
A one chapter AU piece. I was prompted with what might have happened if Bates had followed Anna down to the kitchen the night of the concert. Only one chapter.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,633 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/31/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
S5 E4 According to Harpy by Harpy101 reviews
A lot about Thomas. Anna and Bates have a chance to reassess their strengths and reserves. New questions for Lady Mary. A new revelation for Daisy. Hughes has a moment with Bates. Tom has questions posed to him. Baxter has a painful moment, and a sweet one.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,526 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/31/2014 - Complete
Temporary Surroundings by icanthinkofsomething reviews
What if Lady Mary hadn't suggested for Anna to smuggle Mr Bates in to the guest room for their wedding night? Would they have one at all or would they find an alternative? This is my first fanfic, so please be gentle. Reviews are very welcome. Characters belong to Lord Fellowes, of course.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,439 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 1/28/2014 - Published: 1/17/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
I can't let him touch me by rjwritergirl reviews
What happened the night of Anna's rape? Set the night between 4.03 and 4.04. I got the idea when Anna told Mrs. Hughes "I can't let him touch me," and Bates said "I can't come near you." Those lines told me that Bates had tried to touch Anna and possibly apologize for snapping at her in the Servants hall. I'm labeling this with a trigger warning just in case!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 878 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anna's Turn by rjwritergirl reviews
During the Christmas Special, Bates got a Penny Lick, will Anna get a turn?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 532 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Scarred Soul by precibus reviews
*Post-S4E3 AU* After the concert, Anna is found and accepts Mrs. Hughes' offers to call in Mr. Bates and Dr. Clarkson
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 7,022 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 1/24/2014 - Published: 12/22/2013 - Mary C., E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Whispers In the Dark by a-lady-to-me reviews
My take on Anna's first night back at the cottage after John finds out. **Spoiler Alert US Ep 4/UK Ep 5** ***Possible trigger warning*** - there are no details, or anything directly addressing the attack. Just wanted to post a warning to be safe.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,400 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 6 - Published: 1/21/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Hope in the Darkness by rjwritergirl reviews
This is what I thought happened the first night Anna was back in the cottage, after she moved back in. Oneshot. Trigger warning, just to be safe!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 730 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/21/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
From Downton with Love by onekisstotakewithmex reviews
John Bates, agent of the SIS (Secret Intelligence Service) is sent to protect Lord Robert Crawley, by going undercover in the Earl's company, the Downton Bureau of Investigation (DBI). While there, he meets the forensic scientist, Anna Smith. He falls in love with her, while trying to prevent the assassination. Inspired by a post on Tumblr. Modern AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,680 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 9 - Published: 1/19/2014 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Withered by CJbean reviews
Our flowers have long since wilted away. Poem inspired by Anna and John Bates.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 349 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/18/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
It All Comes Down To You by theglamourfades reviews
Rewrite of 4.8. When the burden of the truth becomes too much to bear, Anna decides the time has come to reach out to her husband. Spoilers for S4, slight trigger warning.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,470 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 8 - Published: 1/16/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Milk Train by poma14 reviews
John Bates takes the early morning train for a new start in life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 792 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/12/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Uniform by a-lady-to-me reviews
Shameless smut inspired by a post on Tumblr!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,369 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/9/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Noble Wound by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
AU set during series 1. Anna finds out about Bates limp corrector.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,077 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/6/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Never Doubt by TestShip reviews
Alternative ending for 4.03, one-shot. What if Bates went down with Anna to prepare her a powder? Pure fluff, because my mind wanted happy Anna and Bates in S4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,191 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/29/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Welcome to Forever by a-lady-to-me reviews
Prompted by handy-for-the-bus: Anna plans a surprise getaway for John's birthday. Could this weekend trip be the beginning of their future together?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,647 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/21/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Proposal by a-lady-to-me reviews
S2/AU - What happened the night that Bates told Anna he booked the registrar? Major fluff alert!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,441 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/12/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Sea Calls by TestShip reviews
Modern story. Anna and John met at a party just before John left to go to war. They stayed in contact until John cut all ties after his injury. Years later they meet again under different circumstances. Through changes in both their lives, they can't be more then friends. But is friendship enough with their history?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 63,399 - Reviews: 105 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 12/11/2013 - Published: 7/29/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Forever By Your Side by fuzzydream archive reviews
It's 1927 and eight years of marriage and three beautiful children give Mr and Mrs Bates a lot to look forward to in the future. Life presents new obstacles as it leads John and Anna to a new stage of love, trust and companionship - with their own family included, now. Nominated for four Highclere Awards, winner of two (characterisation for Anna and A/B Period AU).
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 33,844 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 12/8/2013 - Published: 5/4/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Goodbye Is The Hardest Word To Say by Umbrella-ella reviews
An alternate look at what might have happened in 4X05. Contains spoilers for series four. Subject to rating change.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,272 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 12/7/2013 - Published: 11/11/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Love and War by Umbrella-ella reviews
'All's fair in love and war. Thats what they say, anyways, but it isn't. Not really.' John Bates, leading MI-6 operative, is caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse when Anna Smith is sent to investigate his loyalty. Both of them are soon caught up in a twisted web of covert sabotage, deceit, and something even more dangerous: attraction. 1950's Cold War A/U.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,196 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 11/29/2013 - Published: 11/17/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Not the Same by onekisstotakewithmex reviews
After being pulled from the icy water, Jack Dawson wondered if he would ever find joy in anything again. He spent seven years in America, before heading back to England. There, he got a job as a footman at the large estate of Dowton Abbey, in 1919. But his past wasn't hidden too far. His only allies became Anna Smith and John Bates. The past will come back. Downton/ Titanic. 1919..
Crossover - Titanic & Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 17,220 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 11/24/2013 - Published: 11/16/2013 - Jack D., J. Bates, Anna S.
Fools Rush In by TheCaneOfBates reviews
Modern A/U. An encounter on April Fools Day changes Anna Smith and John Bates lives forever.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 74,296 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 11/22/2013 - Published: 9/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Smiles for Tomorrow by fuzzydream archive reviews
It's summer in Scarborough and Mr and Mrs Bates discuss the past and think of the future. Sequel to New Tides, so might be better to read that one first. Very slight spoilers for Series 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,007 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/15/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
When a husband does what a husband has to do by Julie Hill reviews
A continuation of the Anna, Bates, Green storyline in Series 4. How I'd like to see the story resolved in the Christmas special. Things have gone wrong between Anna and John - have they lost each other, or can their marriage be saved? Hard to sum up without giving away BIG SPOILERS for series 4. Romantic complete short story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,373 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 8 - Published: 11/13/2013 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
A Friend at the Table by Harpy101 reviews
A series. These are the moments I craved to see, as Anna falls more in more in love, beginning at the end of S1 E1. Some interstitial moments, and Anna's stream of consciousness in certain scenes. These are not my characters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 25,790 - Reviews: 124 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 11/2/2013 - Published: 7/13/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Second Chances by pinkcupcake81 reviews
After escaping an abusive marriage, Anna takes her daughter and finds herself at Downton Abbey, working alongside Mr Bates. AU - modern day.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,019 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 10/25/2013 - Published: 9/29/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Talking Through the Night by rjwritergirl reviews
In 4.05 Anna and Bates talked in the boot room, then a night passed and the next morning, things seemed okay between them. What happened during the night?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,454 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/24/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Truly by rjwritergirl reviews
What were Anna's thoughts during hers and Bates' conversation in the Boot room during episode 4.05? Spoilers for 4.05!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,541 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/23/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Never Wanted Anything More by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
John and Anna take a trip to a seaside town to spend the weekend at the beach while celebrating Anna's birthday. Meanwhile, they search for hotels for their future prospects. John has a surprise for Anna but she has a surprise of her own.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 20,232 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 10/19/2013 - Published: 7/15/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
New Tides by fuzzydream archive reviews
Anna and Bates, one year after the opera concert night. Spoilers for Series 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,056 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/18/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
What If by Loves History reviews
Warning! Contains spoilers for S4x3. What if Mr Bates had followed Anna after she left the opera performance early?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,245 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/8/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Bates's Head by E.Phoard reviews
An exploration of Bates's character and personal growth, especially in relation to his relationship with Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 49 - Words: 109,544 - Reviews: 277 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 70 - Updated: 10/1/2013 - Published: 11/1/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Tea for Two by theglamourfades reviews
A familiar routine takes an interesting turn for Anna and John after hours...Inspired by 4.1 so spoilers, I guess (though nothing big, really). Oh, and smuttiness ahead.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,379 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 7 - Published: 9/28/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Staying In by im-yours-for-life reviews
This was inspired by the following post on "Imagine Person B of your OTP going for a night out while Person A is in the Person A emerges in an extremely loose satin robe that shows their chest off, and instead of going out, Person B changes their plans and ends up making love to Person A several times before they end up cuddling and they fall "
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,826 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/28/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Shadow Proves the Sunshine by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John's life together is pushed to the limit by the arrival of the charming Mr Green, who turns out to be anything but. When the unthinkable happens and they are left to deal with the consequences, can they ever be happy again?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 12 - Words: 77,960 - Reviews: 163 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 9/22/2013 - Published: 8/7/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A Return to Scotland by theglamourfades reviews
A few years after they first went, Anna, John and their daughter venture to Scotland again for a holiday of their own. Will it be a trip to remember? AU post S3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 29,258 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 9/22/2013 - Published: 9/12/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
For Good and Proper by Bellarsam Chrisjulittle reviews
My second DA fic, this time multi-chapter. Starts at S02E03, but goes more AU from there. Finding Bates again leads Anna to make a difficult decision for the both of them, but it may be the only hope for the future they so long for together.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 53,166 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 9/21/2013 - Published: 1/21/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
How the Story Unfolds by LaLizi reviews
An account of the conversations we didn't see take place in 2X01 and how everybody finds out about Bates and Anna. Lord Grantham, Cora, Mr Carson, Mrs Hughes, and Mary will factor in the story.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 17 - Words: 66,849 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 29 - Updated: 9/21/2013 - Published: 5/27/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Life tastes much better with some spice by AgentBeazley reviews
Anna and Bates are souldmates that have conquered time. In their life, love and passion walk hand in hand lighting their days more than the sun and warming their nights more like the fire. Smut and fluff all the way!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,088 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 11 - Published: 9/16/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Heatwave by onmyside reviews
While Charles and Elsie are having a little 'chat', Anna and Mr Bates decide to use the same place for an equal 'chat'
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,647 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/11/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Keep Me A Secret by theglamourfades reviews
As Valentine's Day approaches at Downton Abbey, Anna comes up with a plan to make the most of the holiday with John. 4.1 speculation (sort of). Flirty fluff ahead!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,022 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 9/3/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Glimpse to the Future by PHXYote reviews
Colour Serjeant John Bates needs to escape the downward spiral of his postwar Army life. He turns to his former commanding officer for a job at his York estate. During a visit there, he encounters a certain teenage housemaid and is forced to face some basic truths about himself. First time publishing here, reviews welcome. Really! Chapter 13 up 9/1/13.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 21,832 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 9/1/2013 - Published: 3/1/2013 - J. Bates, Robert C., Anna S., Vera B.
In Bloom by theglamourfades reviews
It's Anna's birthday, and John decides that a simple but very special gesture is the best way to show his love. AU before S4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,799 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/31/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Sing While it is Still Dark by luvinx reviews
Short piece that directly follows the garter scene, Series 3 Episode 2.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,625 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/28/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Swallow Song by LaLizi reviews
AU Multichapter - It is 1945 and the devoted couple, Anna and John Bates, have died. While trying to come to terms with their passing, their children, Annabelle and William, discover documents revealing shocking information about their parent's past. With some help from their Godmother, Lady Mary Crawley, they will put together the pieces of their family's history.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 30,301 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 8/15/2013 - Published: 2/7/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Wrecking Ball by luvinx reviews
Inspired by a certain gif on Tumblr. This takes place several weeks after John has left Anna to go with Vera. I may add to this with more glimpses into John's time with Vera, if the interest is there.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,669 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Downton Abbey: A Tragedy at Downton by MaPetitBaboo reviews
Picking up from where season 3 left off: Matthew Crawly is found under a moter on the side of the road. He slips into a coma, and they cont seem to revive him. Mary goes a touch insane, Anna is keeping secretes form Bates, Edith struggles to find a husband, and Alfred leaves Downton-for good. A nurse is called in, and trouble arises when she doesn't act very 'professionally'.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,069 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 8/7/2013 - Published: 7/10/2013 - Complete
Blue Wire or Red Wire? by luvinx reviews
Follows Pub scene, S02E03. I have always felt like Anna would have needed a bit more reassurance from John after their break. I also think that an understanding was established between them about their relationship before going forward. Anna loves John but she is no fool. John has a bit more diffusing to do. This is what results when my mind goes that way.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,964 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/1/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Beautiful Things by JamesLuver reviews
The arrival of Mr Pamuk causes a stir both above and below stairs, leading Anna and Mr Bates into a conversation about what makes someone beautiful.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,229 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/1/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Changes by BloodyMaryPrayer reviews
Anna and John Bates have to manage unexpected frustration when a new footman joins the house.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 19 - Words: 21,866 - Reviews: 121 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 7/28/2013 - Published: 7/10/2013 - C. Carson, E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Living In Sin by TheCaneOfBates reviews
What if John's reaction was the opposite when Anna admitted, 'I'd live in sin with you.'
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 16 - Words: 66,098 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 7/25/2013 - Published: 3/18/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Sweetest Gift by im-yours-for-life reviews
Anna and John celebrate their first Christmas as husband and wife.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,987 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 7/17/2013 - Published: 7/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Book Club by poma14 reviews
In the wake of Matthew's death, Anna tries to cheer the house by forming a book club (you know the one she mentioned to Molesley in S2:E2). John is a reluctant participant, but ends up learning that being a good sport comes with its own rewards. Total crack story! Most of the downstairs characters (and Branson too!) make an appearance in this hopefully amusing one-shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,378 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/14/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Other Person by TestShip reviews
Modern story about our favourite Downton couple. John Bates is a history professor who gives a lecture in Ghent. Anna Smith is an actress who's shooting a film in Ghent. The two meet by chance.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 63,923 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 7/10/2013 - Published: 3/3/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
First Night, First Gift by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Bates has something to Anna. Something that it was meant to be hers. Takes place during their first night in the cottage.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,903 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/7/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Place to Call Home by NickyW reviews
Mr Bates has been released but he and Anna have had little time alone together. Now they have their cottage and it is their first night together. Will it be everything they expected and wished it to be or will the scars of John's imprisonment cause them problems?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,919 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/6/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Feather and a Promise by Harpy101 reviews
This was inspired by a prompt, sent to me by my favorite Banna fanfic writer, JamesLuvr. The prompt comes from a different site, but I wanted to post it here: John and Anna go on holiday and Anna is mistaken for his mistress. John talks a LOT in this one. Brendan's voice enchants me so that's probably why I tend to give John monologues. These are not my characters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,990 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/3/2013 - J. Bates - Complete
The way we live now by Tammiej5 reviews
My first ever fanfic, about my favourite Downton couple Anna and mister Bates. The story begins a few months after their trip to the highlands. Will they live the life they had always dreamed of?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 7,305 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 6/26/2013 - Published: 5/20/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
A Midsummer Night's Walk Home by Harpy101 reviews
A Banna-Shipping three-part one-off for Midsummer, with little magic and a bit of the Bard. I just want them to be happy. These characters are not mine.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,601 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 10 - Published: 6/14/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Inn at Downton Abbey by RMK1983 reviews
George Crawley and William Bates are in their early 20s when WW2 breaks out. These babies who are being born in such an exciting time as the Roaring 20s are going to have to face major crises in their lifetime. How will life in the Abbey evolve in the midst of the great depression and another World War? What lengths will Mary go to in order to preserve Downton Abbey for her son?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,759 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 6/7/2013 - Published: 5/6/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S., George C.
How To Save A Life by TheCaneOfBates reviews
Modern A/U. John Bates is a Captain in the British army, about to retire after he has embarked on his final deployment to Afghanistan. Will he and his wife, Anna, get their happy ending?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 64,836 - Reviews: 152 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 6/6/2013 - Published: 4/14/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Until We Can Manage by LaLizi reviews
Multichapter - Anna and Mr. Bates have been reunited at last, yet, a cottage has not been made available upon his return. Newlyweds that have been separated, once reunited, cannot be kept apart as a vigilant Mrs. Hughes finds out. Forced to live in separate quarters, will the Housekeeper put an end to their shenanigans or will she enable their reunions? Will transition to M.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 85,267 - Reviews: 125 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 55 - Updated: 6/2/2013 - Published: 2/7/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Role Reversal by im-yours-for-life reviews
One shot. Anna is ill and John is in charge for the day.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,313 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/1/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Happily Ever After by im-yours-for-life reviews
A one shot that I wrote combining two prompts. John and Anna with their grandchild and celebrating their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,122 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/31/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Taken by LaLizi reviews
First Kiss prompt by The Servant's Hall. Set after 1X07 and before 2X01, Molesley's meddling during a village party leads Anna to ask Mr. Bates some unsettling questions.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,108 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/26/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Some Surprise by theglamourfades reviews
Anna is having a bad day, made worse by going to a place she'd rather not. But things can turn around, and as she discovers, surprises are in store. One-shot, written for Anna/Bates 'first kiss' prompt challenge. Set between 1.6 and 1.7.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,994 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/26/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Lord Bates by cherry88 reviews
John Bates is Lord of Downton Abbey. He isn't very happy, until a young maid opens his heart.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 8,625 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 28 - Updated: 5/22/2013 - Published: 5/9/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Shattered Glass by Hayyy888 reviews
With her husband in prison Anna Bates is having a hard time coping when her world comes crumbling down. Fortunately she finds some comfort from her past. But there's a catch: Only one person knows about it. This is a fairly dark story about how Anna deals with everything going on around her. Starts in the S2 CS and will continue through(& reinventing) S3. Reviews always appreciated
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 34,484 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 5/21/2013 - Published: 12/26/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Calm Waters by fuzzydream archive reviews
John fights depression and tries to get his life back on track. Anna's past still torments her and she's forced to take some time away from work to move on. They both end up in a place called Calm Waters. Will they be able to help each other and cure themselves? Modern AU. M-rated from Chapter 9. Nominated for two Highclere Awards, winner of A/B angst.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 53,699 - Reviews: 142 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 5/18/2013 - Published: 2/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Crisis Averted by 1732 reviews
Story begins at the end of the first scene between John and Vera Bates. John makes a different decision about how to contain the scandal.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 12,829 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 5/17/2013 - Published: 3/28/2013 - J. Bates, Vera B., Robert C., Anna S.
Love Will Always Win by im-yours-for-life reviews
I had the idea for this story after making a fan video to the song "Love Will Always Win." Basically no matter what obstacles Anna and Bates go through, in the end they will always be together. This is my first attempt at fan fiction in years, so I hope you enjoy it. I plan to update several times a week. Please leave a review.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 33,834 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 5/17/2013 - Published: 4/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Worries by kouw reviews
Charles and Elsie both worry a lot, mainly about each other (characters: Charles Carson, Elsie Hughes, Thomas Barrow, Mary Crawley, Anna Bates, Alfred Nugent, Edith Crawley , Mrs Patmore, John Bates) rating has gone up for chapter 9, 10 ,11 and 17)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 17,251 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 5/14/2013 - Published: 4/16/2013 - Mary C., C. Carson, E. Hughes, Thomas - Complete
The Old Wound and a Cushion by Harpy101 reviews
Chronic pain can be life-diminishing, but psychological pain can be just as trying. It's not always easy to live with someone who has to bear these kinds of burdens. But Anna is resourceful and will not be dissuaded. This is the first chapter. Succeeding chapters will have different ratings. These are not my characters. PLEASE NOTE THE RATING CHANGE WITH THE ADDITION OF CHAPTER 3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,582 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 5/10/2013 - Published: 4/29/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates, Robert C.
For My Daughter by Carrie86 reviews
How will Anna's parents react when they find out that she is married to a man due to be tried for murder?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 27,362 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 5/9/2013 - Published: 3/25/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
In Paris, Without Her Love by RMK1983 reviews
Anna Bates is a newlywed in the most romantic city in the world, on someone else's honeymoon while her husband is in prison. Add to that her only other companion is Mr. Molesley, how is she supposed to cope? How did she end up buying that garter anyway?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 8,143 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 5/6/2013 - Published: 4/17/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Piano Man by pussycatwithattitude reviews
A series of moments in the servants' hall. Anna and Bates reminisce, steal some of Mrs Patmore's chocolate biscuits, begin a piano lesson and also make a promise about their future. Set in the months after Series 1, Episode 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,855 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 1 - Published: 5/6/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Scenes from the Abbey by RMK1983 reviews
Just various scenes that have popped into my head while watching the show. Mostly revolving around Anna and Bates. Some canon, some not. Most are going to be short. ALL spoilers apply.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 12 - Words: 8,131 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 4/25/2013 - Published: 3/26/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Rain down on me by cherry88 reviews
S1, cannon untill the flowershow. What if a storm changed the way home for Anna and John?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Suspense - Chapters: 5 - Words: 9,552 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 4/24/2013 - Published: 7/9/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Another Night In A Cottage - The Importance of Bliss by Harpy101 reviews
Toward the end of Season 3 John Bates was starting to become more expressive, at least to Anna. It's an interesting turn for this character. Considering his deep history and his passionate nature, how does this development emerge in lovemaking? These are not my characters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,770 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/22/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Wavering Faith by kbillygoat reviews
Anna has always been the strong one, supporting John with unwavering faith. Once Anna begins to lose faith after suffering a miscarriage, will John be able to pick up the pieces? Post Series 3
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 26,344 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 4/18/2013 - Published: 1/20/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
A Moonlight Talk by Harpy101 reviews
This was inspired by historical readings about the Boer war, in which the first concentration camps appeared, built by the British. Public support for that war waned when the British people found out about the atrocities committed for wealth. In my imagination, this would be the hardest to bear for someone like Mr. Bates. These are not my characters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,317 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 1 - Published: 4/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Will You Miss Me? by Panuchartrain reviews
A view into the thoughts and motivations of Anna and Mr. Bates. Timeline adjusted to suit my purposes, but fairly close to canon. This story is similar to stream of consciousness. Although there is some external dialogue, particularly in imagined scenes, it is mostly about internal thoughts and feelings.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 25,238 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 4/6/2013 - Published: 2/19/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A First Night In A Cottage by Harpy101 reviews
These are not my characters and it's not my story. It's my vision of the first evening in the Bates' cottage in Season 3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,636 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/4/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Most Beautiful Woman Who Has Ever Lived by Carrie86 reviews
The night John Bates was released from prison
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,895 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/4/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Unexpected circumstances by Hidden-Writer96 reviews
Sometimes the best things come from unexpected circumstances, even if it takes a while to realise it.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,122 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 8 - Published: 3/31/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A Dance for Mr Bates by SoundsofSilence2032 reviews
Set during 3x09 (i.e. the Christmas Special) following Anna's dance at the Ghillies' Ball.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 994 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/30/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Undone by MePlusTeeVee reviews
John and Anna are setting up their new cottage. Found this on my computer and at SOMEONES insistence.. well, here it is. Thanks to Terrie for the beta!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 686 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/27/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
As Time Goes By by thelastbumblebee reviews
AU prequal to my fic 'what the future holds' - Runs from 1921 - 1937
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 8 - Words: 15,661 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 3/26/2013 - Published: 8/31/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A Letter of Promise by Paige M. Carter reviews
Robert writes Bates a letter while he's in prison and makes a promise. Robert/Bates friendship with mentions of Bates/Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 224 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/21/2013 - Robert C., J. Bates - Complete
Out of My League by TheCaneOfBates reviews
AU Modern fiction. John Bates is a single father, former fireman, now a mechanic. Anna Smith is a famous singer. The two meet at Mary Crawley's 30th birthday party. The Crawleys and their daughters also feature heavily...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 30 - Words: 133,940 - Reviews: 189 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 3/21/2013 - Published: 11/6/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Walk Home by Harpy101 reviews
These are not my characters, this is not my story. This is a short walk home to the Bates' cottage.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,459 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/10/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Locking Up by Harpy101 reviews
These are not my characters and this is not my story; it's an imaginary conclusion to the day Anna brings John Bates home from prison in Series 3. Jamesluver wrote a beautiful story called, "Beds and Books", which I highly recommend and it's a better evening for these characters, but we each have an imagination to tame, so here's my scenario as well.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,799 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/4/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
A step too far by Hidden-Writer96 reviews
Mr Bates may have thrown away the limp corrector but it wasn't that easy to get rid off the scars left behind. What happened when Anna first found out about it?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 563 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/4/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
You Naughty Girl by Lupinista reviews
A series 1 Bates/Anna "missing moments" oneshot collection, attempting to explain what's going on in their heads and fill in a few scenes where they're occupying the background. Banna, possibly (probably) featuring other couples in the near future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,368 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 3/3/2013 - Published: 2/21/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Shopping Trip by JamesLuver reviews
When Mr. Bates' cane is stolen, Anna helps him buy a new one. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,520 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/3/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Nightmares by Hidden-Writer96 reviews
They've only just moved in together and she knows nothing of his bad dreams. How will she react when she does eventually find out?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,858 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 3/3/2013 - Published: 3/2/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Letter to Anna Bates, December 29th, 1919 by Harpy101 reviews
These are not my characters, this is not my story. These are imaginary letters between John and Anna Bates in the days before his trial for murder, in the last days of 1919.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 475 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/3/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
In the Eye of the Beholder by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John enjoy the sight of each other early in the morning. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,621 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 3/3/2013 - Published: 2/28/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Mistress by JamesLuver reviews
S02E03 AU. John takes Anna as his mistress. Prompted by anon on Tumblr. Nominated in A/B fic in Highclere Awards 2014.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,889 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/1/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Progress by JamesLuver reviews
S02E03. Anna and John take a walk after Anna confronts him in the Red Lion pub. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,775 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/1/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Sensory Heaven by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John ruminate on each other through the five senses. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,572 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/1/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Letter to Anna Bates, December 27th, 1919 by Harpy101 reviews
These characters and story are not mine. This is an imaginary letter from John Bates to Anna Bates.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 400 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/28/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Letter to John Bates, December 26th, 1919 by Harpy101 reviews
These characters are not mine and the story is not mine. This letter was posted by Anna Bates to John Bates in prison the day after Christmas, 1919.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 916 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/27/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Life by JamesLuver reviews
Anna tells John that she's pregnant while he's in prison. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,269 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 2/26/2013 - Published: 2/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Letters of Anna and John Bates by Harpy101 reviews
April 1919 Part 1 These are not my characters and this is not my story. This is a stack of fill-in-the blanks imaginary letters between Anna and John Bates after he is arrested for the murder of his wife and taken to prison in Series 2, Ep 8.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,115 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/26/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Solace by JamesLuver reviews
S02E05. After Vera's visit, Anna needs some reassurance that John is hers and hers alone. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,011 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/25/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Life Without Prison by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John, in happier times. Various scenarios prompted by various people on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,840 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 2/24/2013 - Published: 2/20/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A Story of Africa by Harpy101 reviews
A few moments of Anna/John Bates married bliss, with a mental vacation.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,160 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/24/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Not a Jealous Man by missinsertname reviews
Anna/Bates set in the Christmas between series 2 and 3. Anna wants her husband to account and recall if and when he has been jealous. Featuring hints of Hughes/Carson by special request and more than one instance of a bumbling Molesley. Please Read and Review!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,403 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 15 - Published: 2/24/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Home Baking by JamesLuver reviews
John's baking session turns messy. Prompted by phoenixwrites on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,460 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/24/2013 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Changes by fuzzydream archive reviews
War brings changes and some of them aren't unwelcome. Set after 1.07.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,650 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/24/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Those Quirks and Kinks by JamesLuver reviews
Anna notices one of John's quirks; John discovers that a mundane activity is more exciting to Anna than he'd initially thought. Prompted by a-rabbit-hearted-girl on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,185 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/24/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Nightmares and Reality by JamesLuver reviews
Anna is woken by John's nightmares for the first time. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,116 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/23/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Guilt by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John reunite at the cottage after Mr Matthew's death. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,107 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
That Little Problem by JamesLuver reviews
Anna is greeted by her cycle for the first time since moving into the cottage with John. Prompted by anon on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,169 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Lakeside Encounter by JamesLuver reviews
John goes swimming at the lake where he threw the limp corrector. Whilst there, he runs into Thomas.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,270 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/19/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Thomas - Complete
Something Worth Living For by digthatshizz reviews
More modern Anna and Bates. John moves up to the north to run Robert's chain of Bars and Restaurants. With some baggage in tow...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 46,850 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 2/17/2013 - Published: 8/22/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
What's In A Name by theglamourfades reviews
A look into John and Anna's life as the next stage of it begins, and they welcome some new arrivals. Future Bates Family fluffiness. A follow-up to If You Can't Sleep, but also reads as a stand-alone story. AU post S3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 33,280 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 2/15/2013 - Published: 11/18/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anything by Lady Kes reviews
John Bates reflects on various meanings of the word "anything" in his life. Spoilers for 3x07.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 439 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/12/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning by NefretForthEmerson reviews
The letters of Mr. Bates and Anna during the imprisonment.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 11 - Words: 5,816 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 2/12/2013 - Published: 8/22/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Click by JlMCdegree reviews
Hello there, FanFiction world. Yet another virginal author ready to risk semi-public humiliation with a bit of my musings. Disclaimer: I don't own any characters created by Jullian Fellows or ITV. I do, however, own a garter.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 510 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/31/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Without Vera by serenacampbells reviews
A slight re-working of the walk to the flower show. What if there had been no Vera, what if she was already dead and what if that cart had never come to offer John a lift, how would the conversation have played out? Short piece, very fluffy! Reviews and favourites appreciated xo
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,633 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/30/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Dancing on Broken Glass by fuzzydream archive reviews
Modern AU. Anna is a successful ballet teacher with a charming boyfriend. John is a single dad who is going through his second divorce. When Anna becomes John's daughter's ballet teacher, everything can change. Will they give into their feelings?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 19 - Words: 56,674 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 1/26/2013 - Published: 8/8/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Time well spent by rumbelleBanna reviews
Anna and John's first Christmas together. Takes place after 2012 Christmas Special so spoiler warning!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,939 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 1/11/2013 - Published: 1/2/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Natural by Bellarsam Chrisjulittle reviews
A sweet one-shot about the best television romance I have ever seen. My first Downton fanfic so please don't be too harsh if some of the chronological details are off!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,155 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/10/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
No Time To Waste On Hate by velja reviews
Thomas Barrow isn't a nice person. He knows he doesn't deserve kindness, least of all from someone who has every reason to hate him. So when one of those someones - for there are many at Downton - pays him a visit while he's injured in bed, Thomas doesn't expect it to be a social call. And he's right, it isn't. Anna Bates has something to tell him. T/A, start of a friendship
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,385 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/7/2013 - Thomas, Anna S. - Complete
A Downton Holiday by shana.rose reviews
Anna and Sybil are having problems in the love departments. Anna is getting tired of waiting for Mr. Right and Sybil needs to get away from her cheating ex-boyfriend. When they switch houses will their love problems finally be fixed? Based on the movie The Holiday. A/B & S/B holiday season fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 20,462 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 1/7/2013 - Published: 12/6/2012 - Anna S., Sybil C. - Complete
The Perfect Year by theglamourfades reviews
New Year's Eve, 1920. Hopes are high and promise is in the air as the old year gets ready to fly away...and Anna and John share an encounter in the empty ballroom of Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 14,312 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 1/6/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Go To Sleep by digthatshizz reviews
Story detailing the scenes we never saw, but all wanted to upon John's arrival back at Downton. S3 spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 14,310 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 1/1/2013 - Published: 11/20/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Looking Forward by JamesLuver reviews
With their first New Year as a reunited married couple upon them, Anna and John make plans for their future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,854 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 6 - Published: 12/31/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Miracle by fuzzydream archive reviews
A new event brings some changes into the lives of Mr and Mrs Bates. Spoilers for S3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 22,666 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 12/30/2012 - Published: 12/1/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Winter Winds by JamesLuver reviews
It's Christmas 1914. Anna and Mr Bates' situation is the same as it always has been, until a mishap under the mistletoe forces everything to change. Winner of A/B canon, and nominated in A/B angst in Highclere Awards 2014.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,316 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/25/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Healing the pain by KendraPendragon reviews
Anna can't stand Mr Bates suffering. She found a creme which is supposed to help him, so one night she invites herself to his room and is forcing him to pull up his pants...fluff and emotional intimacy, happiness.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 13 - Words: 31,734 - Reviews: 71 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 12/24/2012 - Published: 7/30/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Don't leave me by rumbelleBanna reviews
AU where Anna also contracts the Spanish Flu from 2x08. Please feel free to leave a review!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,279 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 12/19/2012 - Published: 12/17/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Picnic by c8linWAH reviews
Bates and Anna enjoy their picnic alone and have an interesting conversation about their future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,093 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/17/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Taken by DAbanna reviews
When Lady Mary and Anna are kidnapped and held for Ransom, The Crawley's and Bates do everything in their power to get them back. (The Rating may change as the story progresses)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Suspense/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 11,455 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 12/16/2012 - Published: 11/26/2012 - Anna S., Mary C.
You'll Never Be Alone by StuckInThePast reviews
Don't hate me for this, but it's a deathfic. Now translated into Chinese! tieba(dot)baidu(dot)com/p/2022574268?fr itb feed jin
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,742 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Updated: 12/14/2012 - Published: 10/20/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Round and around by kouw reviews
Anna watches Mrs Hughes and Mr Carson at the table, the pair of them are contemplating the other in turn and John observes the three of them and has some thoughts of his own.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,852 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/14/2012 - E. Hughes, Anna S. - Complete
A Faery's kiss by cherry88 reviews
Modern AU, Anna and Bates meet at an audition for a new romantic stage play.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 29,246 - Reviews: 100 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 12/10/2012 - Published: 8/23/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Stories by Karis B. Hertford reviews
Takes place shortly after 3.08. When John can't sleep, he asks Anna to tell him a story. After a few false starts, she thinks of the perfect story to tell. (More chapters to come, as long as I don't get lazy.)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,834 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 12/6/2012 - Published: 12/2/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Mr and Mrs Bates: What We Didn't See by missinsertname reviews
All the scenes we wanted to see the end of, the cut off conversations, the alternative endings had something not happened. This is happy Anna and Bates. Fifth chapter: What if the bell had not rung when it did in the 'Alone at Last' moment?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,172 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 12/1/2012 - Published: 11/11/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Rough winds do shake the darling buds of May by WhiteFrock reviews
Modern day AU (Sticking as closely to the storyline as possible) Focusing mostly on Sybil/Branson, Anna/Bates & Mary/Matthew.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,390 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 11/30/2012 - Published: 11/2/2012
Space Between by kbillygoat reviews
Development of Anna and Bates relationship set between Series 1 and Series 2. How Mr. Bates went "very keen" at the garden party to proposing to Anna at the beginning of series 2. Reviews greatly appreciated!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 21,477 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 11/27/2012 - Published: 10/7/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Free as a Bird by Loves History reviews
John Bates has finally been released from prison. Bit of fluff, really. Spoilers for series 3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 977 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/20/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Of Love and Morality by fuzzydream archive reviews
Mr. Bates helps Anna come to terms with her actions after the Pamuk incident. Set after 1.03.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,578 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/18/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Downton Drama by Carrie86 reviews
The missing detail from episodes 3x06 and 3x07, mainly surrounding Anna and Mr Bates, but also involving their relationsihps with other characters including Thomas, Lord Grantham, Mrs Hughes, Lady Mary, Tom, Vera, Mrs Bartlett, Officer Durrant and Craig. Apologies for the lame title - trying to think of a better one...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 9 - Words: 15,465 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 11/14/2012 - Published: 11/5/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Patience and Passion by NickyW reviews
Did Mrs Patmore's cooked breakfast really satisfy Mr Bates? A story exploring what Anna and John did during their first morning together back at Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,974 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/14/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Red Letter Day by Lady Kes reviews
Anna looks forward to the post each day. Set just before S2. Features Anna, Gwen, and Bates
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 722 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/12/2012 - Anna S. - Complete
The Most Precious of Memories by NickyW reviews
A story from Anna's point of view. Anna's thoughts in the aftermath of John's arrest.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,533 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/12/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Home Sweet Home by theglamourfades reviews
Anna and John settle into their cottage. Otherwise known as 'cottage fluff'. Spoilers for 3.7 (and what I hope will be spoilers for 3.8). M rating is for the last section.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 14,665 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 4 - Published: 11/3/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Beds and Books by JamesLuver reviews
"His lordship said to stay in bed and read books. I don't think he had this in mind."
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,573 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 6 - Published: 10/30/2012 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Safe Haven by fuzzydream archive reviews
"They were both free, to love and be loved, for the first time in their lives." Spoilers for Series 3.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,905 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/29/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Key by poma14 reviews
A stranger's visit to Downton Abbey may finally provide Anna with the evidence to make the case against Bates crumble. One-shot story basically written to end this ridiculous prison saga and FREE BATES! Epilogue is up: Happiness alert. . .John and Anna reunited!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,796 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 10/27/2012 - Published: 10/12/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
A Forbidden Attraction by TheCaneOfBates reviews
Anna and Bates. With a twist. What if Anna were one of the ladies of the house? M rated chapters 8 and 12.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 19 - Words: 67,263 - Reviews: 139 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 10/23/2012 - Published: 7/18/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Slowly by your side by pekunoble reviews
Modern AU
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 23,353 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 10/21/2012 - Published: 4/24/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Letter for Anna by LaLizi reviews
A deeper look into the Anna/Bates story, set a couple of weeks before 2X01. Vera's visit and John's deathbed conversation with his mother will be explored. This story functions as a prequel to "How the Story Unfolds". LAST CHAPTER UP - Vera's Plan.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 25,451 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 10/17/2012 - Published: 8/11/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Comfortable by Lady Kes reviews
The semi-obligatory Anna/Bates wedding night fic. No smut - whether that's a recommendation or a warning is up to you.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,037 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/15/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Within These Walls by Kb215 reviews
Downton Abbey Season 3, about three months after Season 2 leaves off. It starts with a lot of Mary, Matthew and Anna surrounding the imprisonment of John Bates. I'm hoping to add in Sybil, Branson, Edith, Carson, and Mrs. Hughes later. A little bit of every character. Downton is not mine, it belongs to Julian Fellowes and ITV. K for now.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 15,776 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 10/13/2012 - Published: 9/8/2012 - Mary C., Sybil C.
From Cannes, with Love by JamesLuver reviews
While in France, Anna purchases a present that she thinks her husband will enjoy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,233 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/29/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
In the Middle of Everywhere by asuitablegirl reviews
What happens when John Bates comes to his senses after leaving Anna at the end of series 2 episode 1? How does he escape from Vera? And what of Anna. Does she still love him?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 19,292 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 9/24/2012 - Published: 1/10/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Acclimatising by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John have finally been afforded the time to get used to each other. Highclere Awards 2014: Winner of A/B fluff. Nominated in M-rating and A/B fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,831 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 9 - Published: 9/23/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The First Time by poma14 reviews
During the course of one very long day, John Bates confronts the ghosts of his past including PTSD and alcoholism which allow him to express his feelings for Anna for...the first time. Takes place between Seasons 1 and 2, soon after the war started. Chapter 7 is up: LAST CHAPTER! Anna's past allows John to say those three little words for the first time.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 7 - Words: 22,281 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 9/22/2012 - Published: 5/29/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Between the Lines by MePlusTeeVee reviews
All of the little firsts we miss for Anna and Bates, and a lot of the conversations we should have seen. Will start fluffy, get mildly angsty, and end steamy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 13,903 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 9/18/2012 - Published: 7/16/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Subtext by Kinitia reviews
A series of stand-alone expansions on the too brief scenes between Anna and Mr. Bates, mostly from Bates POV, as well as the occasional missing scene. Series 2 spoilers!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 11,684 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 9/17/2012 - Published: 10/11/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Twelve Days of Christmas by fuzzydream archive reviews
She had always loved Christmas, ever since she was a little girl. He didn't particularly care for it, not after so many unhappy memories. But each Christmas is different from the other, and opinions and views could be changed. For both of them.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 12 - Words: 20,488 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 9/15/2012 - Published: 4/28/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Made to be Broken by JamesLuver reviews
He had promised her that he wouldn't give up on hope. But promises are made to be broken. Nominated for a Highclere Award 2014 for technique and A/B angst.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 6 - Words: 34,510 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 9/14/2012 - Published: 7/30/2012 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
If You Can't Sleep by theglamourfades reviews
An early night beckons for Anna, but like so many before this one, she finds that rest isn't coming so easily to her. But then it occurs to her that being wide awake in the middle of the night isn't a new problem...a series of some of Anna's sleepless nights, from DA Series 1 to an imagined S3. [Winner of 2013 Highclere Award - characterisation of Anna, characterisation of Bates]
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 60,100 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 9/8/2012 - Published: 7/2/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Such a long journey by asuitablegirl reviews
A look at the struggles faced by Anna and John as the prospect of life imprisonment looms large on the scene for John.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,260 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/4/2012 - Published: 8/19/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Vera by NefretForthEmerson reviews
What if a certain valet actually was guily of poisoning his first wife?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,222 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 8/30/2012 - Published: 8/16/2012 - Vera B., J. Bates
No Guarantees by thelastbumblebee reviews
Modern A/U - Anna Smith and John Bates meet at a wedding ... and the rest is history! A bit of angst - a bit of romance - and a few laughs along the way!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 15 - Words: 27,572 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 8/21/2012 - Published: 4/30/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Nessun Dorma by NefretForthEmerson reviews
It's the night before Mr. Bates's trial and some of Downton's inhabitants cannot sleep. COMPLETE.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 2,585 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 8/13/2012 - Published: 8/2/2012 - Anna S. - Complete
Crutches by 1732 reviews
Short piece, Bates reflecting on his life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 870 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/11/2012 - J. Bates - Complete
The Trophy by 1732 reviews
How did Bates get charged with theft, when it was clear he was innocent?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,945 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/7/2012 - J. Bates, Vera B. - Complete
Stone Cold Killer by 1732 reviews
What if Bates is not as innocent as he appears?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Crime - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,439 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/5/2012 - J. Bates, Robert C. - Complete
Five Years by JamesLuver reviews
The first five years of their marriage hadn't been easy, but Anna wouldn't change them for the world.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 27,745 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 8/3/2012 - Published: 4/10/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
A Pint of Petrol by 1732 reviews
Bates and Branson discuss the war.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,435 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/2/2012 - J. Bates, T. Branson - Complete
Dreams by 1732 reviews
Drabble, John and Anna, early on. First story, so I'm keeping it simple.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 404 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 7/31/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
So I Sing a Song of Love by fuzzydream archive reviews
Alternate universe. John Bates tries to find the path that will lead him to find himself when meets Anna Smith, who is facing serious changes and hard decisions after leaving Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 13 - Words: 33,694 - Reviews: 146 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 7/22/2012 - Published: 6/9/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Period Of Adjustment by Jayneysuk reviews
John Bates has been released from prison but that is only the start of it. Two weeks on and he's finding it harder than he imagined. This is a little angsty take on his homecoming.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 20,632 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 7/15/2012 - Published: 4/30/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
What's in a Name? by poma14 reviews
Literary banter between Bates and Anna leads to uncharted territory in the Grantham House Library. Set soon after the end of series 1. Fluffy one-shot, no angst really, I'm serious !
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,156 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 6 - Published: 7/14/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Visit by digthatshizz reviews
I figured a lot of series 3 is going to be Anna visiting Bates in prison so to that end, this is a short story about one of those visits.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,851 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/8/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Scandals of Magnitude by JamesLuver reviews
A few weeks after his return to Downton, John decides it's time to discuss the scandal that has kept he and Anna apart.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,561 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/7/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
So Be It by JamesLuver reviews
If he hadn't gone back to Downton, back to her, would she have stuck to their agreement?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,773 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/7/2012 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Vera B. - Complete
Proud by JamesLuver reviews
After John's arrest, Anna spills all to Mrs. Hughes with her head held high.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,753 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 10 - Published: 7/7/2012 - E. Hughes, Anna S. - Complete
Misty Rains by fuzzydream archive reviews
Modern AU. Anna is a nurse who lives a normal life until John Bates arrives in town. Will her life ever be the same?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 41,859 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 7/7/2012 - Published: 3/11/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
What the future holds by thelastbumblebee reviews
AU look at what life holds for Mr and Mrs Bates at three points in their life, in 1938, 1943 & 1948. With family life, work life and a changing world. A bit of fluff and domesticity - no big life changing plots
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,600 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 6/5/2012 - Published: 6/3/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Future, One Day at a Time by FarmerLiz reviews
Bates and Anna exchange letters during his imprisonment. Post Christmas Special.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 993 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 5 - Published: 6/1/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Hold on Hope by JamesLuver reviews
On one of her prison visits, John has a request for Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,164 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/27/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Courtyard by digthatshizz reviews
Playing on the idea of the courtyard being the place Anna and Bates have their most meaningful interactions.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,419 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 5/19/2012 - Published: 4/20/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
The Second Spring by theglamourfades reviews
The day she has waited for for so long has finally arrived and change is in the air. But why can't Anna embrace it? A little look inside Anna's head, in 3 parts. First Downton fanfic, all for the absolute wonder that is Team Housemaid/Valet.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 11,089 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 5/6/2012 - Published: 5/4/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Downton Sands: A New Arrival by digthatshizz reviews
Rubbish name I know but does what it says on the tin. Next season at Downton Sands, Anna is nearly ready to give birth, John is back at the park.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,722 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 4/28/2012 - Published: 4/25/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Hours 'Til Dawn by poma14 reviews
Bates' fate hangs in the balance. Will the truth of Vera's death come out before it's too late? Set during Christmas Special. Obviously, A/B pairing. But also some M/M and S/B incorporated.**FINAL CHAPTER IS UP: What is Anna's decision?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 14 - Words: 44,521 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 4/24/2012 - Published: 11/17/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
New Starts by thelastbumblebee reviews
A kind of "Second chances" part 2, it's all a bit fluffy to start - but Vera'll be back - and she'll be busy being evil!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 9,192 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 4/17/2012 - Published: 3/27/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Downton Sands: A Christmas Wedding by digthatshizz reviews
Modern/ AU fiction. A follow on from Downton Sands. Anna is pregnant and she and John are getting married, what Banna shipper would want to miss that?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,829 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 4/14/2012 - Published: 4/10/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Of Anna by that-girl-over-there reviews
Mostly canon drabbles, in no particular order, revolving around Anna. And Mr Bates, of course. Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 3,239 - Reviews: 109 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 4/10/2012 - Published: 1/29/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Tonight and Always by kittykatloren reviews
The face that peeks back at her each time is still that of a blushing bride. Tomorrow, it will truly be that of a wife. Of Mrs. Bates. Anna Bates. Oneshot, Anna/Bates obviously. Spoilers for early S2.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,230 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/9/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Downton Sands by digthatshizz reviews
Downton Abbey... in a North-East England Holiday Park. A Modern/AU story. Please don't let the M rating put you off, there are only two bits so far and it's not even that bad, we just gone M to cover ourselves :-
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 12 - Words: 25,854 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 4/9/2012 - Published: 3/26/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
I Plight Thee My Troth by JamesLuver reviews
On their wedding night, John watches Anna sleep, marvelling at everything they've overcome so far and pondering their future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,021 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/8/2012 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Spilt Coffee by poma14 reviews
How exactly does Bates find out about the wedding night Anna has planned for them and what is his reaction? Fluffy one-shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,467 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/26/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All That Time Denied by KristenABB reviews
A homecoming and an anniversary. Bates and Anna have much to celebrate.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,314 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/25/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Welcome Home by digthatshizz reviews
Mr Bates is out of prison and looking forward to the future, but not before Lord Grantham wanting to throw Anna and John a belated wedding reception.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,871 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 3/24/2012 - Published: 3/23/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Filling the Gaps by digthatshizz reviews
Filling the gaps in and around Mr Bates and Anna's wedding. Rating moved up to T, just in case. We are now up to the morning after the night before.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 10 - Words: 13,319 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 3/23/2012 - Published: 3/16/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Second chances by thelastbumblebee reviews
Modern A/U set in Leeds, Anna is an A&E nurse who meets to gallant, charming and mysterious Mr Bates. My first story - so please review - thanks! x
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 10,052 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 3/20/2012 - Published: 3/12/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
When the Pieces Finally Fit by ThisMortalCoyle reviews
This is my new story continuing Anna and John Bates' story, set around 1922, non-canon future imaginings. All characters herein are property of Julian Fellowes/ITV/Carnival/NOT ME...there will be some fluff but I'll try not to make things too mushy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 16,256 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 3/13/2012 - Published: 2/24/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
Another Name for Opportunity by StuckInThePast reviews
AU from about half-way through the Christmas special. Things go differently for Mary and Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,561 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 3/11/2012 - Published: 3/9/2012 - Anna S., Mary C.
The Equality in War by BrokePerception reviews
Mr. Bates quietly considers the meaning of words, like equality... like judgement. -REWRITTEN!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 630 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 1 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/11/2012 - J. Bates - Complete
Will he surrender? by cherry88 reviews
Modern AU: There's a new manager at the office Anna is working for... Will he become a good colleague?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 12,048 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 3/5/2012 - Published: 2/23/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Sins by PBCD reviews
John and Anna are forced to decide how high a price they're willing to pay.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 6 - Words: 19,486 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 2/26/2012 - Published: 9/17/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Ending Things by StuckInThePast reviews
John and Anna face a horrible new lifestyle when they are caught together by Mrs Hughes.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 15,029 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 28 - Updated: 2/24/2012 - Published: 8/29/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Power Of Love by Sunset Whispers reviews
Passions and romances blossom as Valentine's day arrives at Downton Abbey. Response to the Valentine's Day challenge on the Highclere Awards forum. Pairings – Daisy/William, Carson/Hughes, Cora/Robert, Isobel/Richard, Anna/Bates, Mary/Matthew. Twoshot. COMPLETE!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,735 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 2/24/2012 - Published: 2/12/2012 - Complete
What Dreams May Come by ThisMortalCoyle reviews
This is a fic from Bates' and Anna's POV exploring their thoughts while he's in prison. Will try to keep this updated as much as life will allow. There's a little fluff coming your way. Hope you all enjoy, all characters belong to Julian Fellowes/ITV.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 15,951 - Reviews: 58 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 2/24/2012 - Published: 2/7/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Mr Carson vs Charles by Alilly reviews
Mr Carson joins Branson, Bates and Moseley for a drink...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 13,649 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 2/23/2012 - Published: 12/15/2011 - C. Carson - Complete
The New Valet by fuzzydream archive reviews
Set during 1.01. Anna likes the new valet.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,666 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 6 - Published: 2/21/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Husbandly Duties by selmak reviews
A brief scene between Anna and John after they were married but before they returned back to Downton. An attempt at Fluff - much thanks to MyMadness.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,396 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/19/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Downton Pub by Stories2Tell reviews
Anna's life has been standing still. Her life changes forever when she moves in with Mary and meets a knight to rescue her. Modern AU Anna/Bates with a side of most other characters and couples throughout. Will become M later on.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,284 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 2/16/2012 - Published: 2/7/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates
More than Enough by Malana reviews
It's Christmas at Downton and, even during wartime, that means something.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,363 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/15/2012 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Roses by JamesLuver reviews
Anna is left a beautiful bouquet of flowers. She, Daisy, and Miss O'Brien attempt to guess who they're from, but it's Mr Bates who holds all of the answers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,628 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/14/2012 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Gates of Heaven by selmak reviews
Mr. Bates arrives at Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,899 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 6 - Published: 2/9/2012 - J. Bates - Complete
Feeling Lost by onmyside reviews
Mr. Bates had been arrested and awaits his trial. Anna only manages to stay strong because of the support she gets from Mr. Carson and Mrs. Hughes. And those two only manage because they remember their past... Hughes/Carson slight Anna/Bates
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 46,442 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 1/22/2012 - Published: 11/26/2011 - E. Hughes, C. Carson - Complete
The Former Mrs Bates by ILoveYouRobot reviews
A one shot about Bates and Vera's marriage
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,019 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/10/2012 - J. Bates, Vera B. - Complete
In Answer by MyMadness reviews
Bates negotiates his surrender under Anna's perceptive, healing touch. Follows our pair through much of WWI. Alternating POV. Ch20. The Final Chapter. Thank You! Sometimes predictions and promises just take a while. That's why it's good to be patient.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 20 - Words: 48,727 - Reviews: 197 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 12/30/2011 - Published: 2/24/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Under the Mistletoe by JamesLuver reviews
The space between Robert and Cora widens. Mary and Matthew try to cope with their true desires. Anna is left waiting for the verdict which will decide her husband's fate—and her own. Will the Christmas period prove to be a good one for anyone at Downton Abbey this year?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,808 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 12/25/2011 - Published: 12/15/2011 - Cora C., Mary C., Anna S. - Complete
A Different Life by StuckInThePast reviews
Finding herself lost in a new world, Margaret finds herself experiencing unexpected thoughts. Margaret/Nicholas
North and South - Rated: K - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,031 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/24/2011 - Complete
It All Began At Downton Modern AU by TheShippyQueen reviews
Written initially as a challenge. Anna and John meet for the first time at Downton and their relationship moves from there. Some strong language.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 9,339 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 12/23/2011 - Published: 11/29/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Forget Yesterday, Leave Tomorrow Where It Lay by TheShippyQueen reviews
Bates is a free man and he intends to spend it honouring his wife. *Something to get me through the CS!*
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,533 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/20/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Illness by irishcharm123 reviews
Bates is not feeling well - so takes some time out to have some fresh air and think about his new life. Fluff alert! Obvious Anna/Bates pairing. Set some time after ep 8 if things go the way I desire...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,986 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 11/29/2011 - Published: 11/13/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
The laundry room by KendraPendragon reviews
With the proposal done, Anna is happy and confident enough, to get more intimate with John. Of course he doesn't know about her decision. No, she just pulls him into the laundry room and shows him. Pure fluff
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,851 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/27/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Without your touch by Tharileon reviews
Anna and Bates' life from that friday night. This is what I think happened during that weekend. Spoilers up to 2x08.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,050 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 11/22/2011 - Published: 11/21/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Baby Bates by MrsGaryOldman reviews
Downton prepares to welcome a new arrival.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,266 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 25 - Published: 11/19/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Farewell Mother by StuckInThePast reviews
A look at a relationship I thought was horribly mistreated in Season 2.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,133 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/17/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A Rock And A Soft Place by FirstDraft reviews
John and Anna's separation takes them on different emotional journeys but the destination is the same... Chapter 1 of 2
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,746 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 11/8/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Crumbling by irishcharm123 reviews
What happened in the Season 2 finale in more detail. Anna's POV.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 2,694 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 7 - Published: 11/7/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Vignettes by ILoveYouRobot reviews
Fleeting with the shipping parts removed. Vignettes of Robert and Bates during the war and a scene or two after.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 3,022 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/7/2011 - Robert C., J. Bates - Complete
Fleeting by ILoveYouRobot reviews
Vignettes, more or less, of Robert and Bates' relationship during the war and a little after.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 3,433 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/7/2011 - Robert C., J. Bates - Complete
Eventful Night by irishcharm123 reviews
First and probable last attempt at an 'M' rated piece. Anna and Bates are not the only ones feeling the excitement of their upcoming wedding. But will their desires boil over? Anna/Bates and slight Cora/Robert. Mature sexual content. Fluff-tastic!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,923 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/26/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Poor, Innocent Daisy by anna4bates reviews
Daisy happens upon Anna and John taking advantage of the several empty rooms in the house. One-shot, no plot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,173 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/26/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Playlist by Rothery reviews
Five oneshots based off five different songs. Anna/Bates. Rated M to be safe
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,096 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/26/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Day Off by irishcharm123 reviews
Anna and Mr Bates are granted a day off. Cheesy, fluffy goodness that everyone needs from time to time. Anna/Bates and Robert/Cora. Some sexual references.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,696 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/25/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Way it Should Be by Seaweed Soap reviews
Completely random idea of what I think should happen, but won't. Basic Plot, a cliche or two, and some adult-type behavior in a garden where everything should be rosy but isn't at first. Chapter 2/2. Chapter 2 is very M...you have been warned... :
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,413 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 10/25/2011 - Published: 10/24/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Rewind by Seaweed Soap reviews
Rewind: A series of vignettes involving Anna, Bates, Vera, Thomas, O'Brien, Carson, and Hughes wherein I have a magical "rewind" button allowing me to replay scenes that I think should have been done differently. Major Spoiler for Series 2 along the way!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,441 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 10/25/2011 - Published: 10/22/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
I'm Not That Man Anymore by poma14 reviews
Bates heads to London and finally has it out with Vera. All the dirty laundry comes out. Set during 2X06.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,391 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/23/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Perfect by TheShippyQueen reviews
Post S2, no spoilers, John is afraid he won't be a good father. Not much of a plot, me indulging myself and written as a challenge for LJ - LoveBelowStairs...and because I can't resist Baby!Fic!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,283 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/16/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
But for now by AgentBeazley reviews
They met by chance and their fates are sealed. 100% angsty AU an idea that popped in my mind
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,663 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 10/4/2011 - Published: 8/6/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Actions and Reactions by Storybookgirl77 reviews
Will something happen to make Bates act on his feelings? Will the age gap and propriety win out or is it too late?Is Anna lost to him forever before he even has a chance to act? 1st Downton fic
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,378 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/24/2011 - Published: 9/12/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Christmas lights by griseldalafey reviews
He had lost her. He had pushed her away once too often. Whatever love she had ever held for him, he had ruined it. If only he could ruin his own love, his own longing for her just as effectively. Anna/John and a smidgen of Carson/Hughes. Already AU!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,074 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/19/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Tonight by anna4bates reviews
Tonight things were going to change between them.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,710 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/18/2011 - Published: 8/28/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Honour Bound by griseldalafey reviews
With the arrival of wounded soldiers to Downton, the war becomes even more of a reality. And still life continues. People fall in love, get married, laugh and cry together, keep their secrets or finally find the courage to share them. Multiple pairings.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 88,789 - Reviews: 200 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 9/15/2011 - Published: 8/20/2011 - Complete
Perfection by TheShippyQueen reviews
John Bates' life had been anything but perfect, and lying in bed, he thought wryly that life had only really started going his way when he met her. For she alone made everything in life worthwhile, she alone had taught him that the world doesn't have to b
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,855 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/7/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Bath Time by TheShippyQueen reviews
John has a very naughty, bath related request of Anna! Smutty-fluff fic and M for a good reason!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,250 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 8/30/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Contrition by PBCD reviews
She has faith he'll eventually come to his senses.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,872 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 4 - Published: 8/28/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Nightmares Within Dreams by MeerkatJo reviews
Set around the battle of Somme, a strange occurance brings together Matthew, Sybil and Anna and takes them into the world of the subconscious. Contains some Sybil/Branson, Matthew/Mary and Anna/Bates. Important chapter 6 now up!
Crossover - Inception & Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 6 - Words: 9,968 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 8/25/2011 - Published: 3/24/2011
The Perfect Gift by TheShippyQueen reviews
In which John visits a lingerie store, William gets to taste Anna's cups, Carson gets cheeky and Anna discovers exactly what John meant by calling her a "naughty girl." We do not own these characters.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 22,459 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 10 - Updated: 8/19/2011 - Published: 7/4/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
A token of honour by griseldalafey reviews
After the announcement of war a rift is forming between Anna and Mr Bates. Their united attempts to help out another young couple gives them both some perspective about their own situation.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 16,133 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 8/18/2011 - Published: 7/22/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A New Beginning by TheShippyQueen reviews
What would Anna have done if Lord Grantham had dispensed with Bates' services? Just how far would she go to be with him? Set after Episode 6 and an alternative way their story could have gone. FINAL CHAPTER NOW UP!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 23,497 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 5 - Updated: 8/12/2011 - Published: 4/30/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Warm Enough by TheShippyQueen reviews
John and Anna have been married a few months now and are living in their own little cottage. It's winter, Anna is cold and wants John to warm her up... A pure smutty-fluff-fic and M for a good reason! If this happens after S2, I'll be a happy bunny!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,079 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/8/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
All The Heart Desires by TheShippyQueen reviews
It's been four years and Anna is about to get everything her heart ever desired. I don't own these characters and there are no spoilers as far as I'm aware, there is however, some serious SNOGGAGE. :D
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,058 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/1/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Liberation by PBCD reviews
The war brings many changes to Anna's life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 5 - Words: 17,615 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 7/29/2011 - Published: 6/1/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Change is Hard by dscholder6 reviews
...which is what Bates finds out. Just another idea as to what Bates's past was like.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,429 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 1 - Published: 7/29/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
As the Seasons Change by TheShippyQueen reviews
Ever wondered how Anna dealt with her declaration of love to Mr Bates? Well this is my attempt to fill in the gaps between Ep5 and Ep6.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,996 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 6/20/2011 - Published: 5/29/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Competition by PBCD reviews
Ethel's arrival upsets the balance below stairs.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,896 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/29/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Memories by AgentBeazley reviews
They had been three months apart, but closer than ever; in his memories. Last chapter!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,939 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 5/27/2011 - Published: 4/22/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Understanding by PBCD reviews
One slip of the tongue can have far reaching consequences...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 13 - Words: 32,704 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 5/22/2011 - Published: 3/25/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Still Waters by FirstDraft reviews
...run deep. Thomas goes too far and Bates gets to keep a promise, to Anna and everyone else's delight - until Anna realises that sometimes, words CAN mean more than action.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,696 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 4/23/2011 - Published: 3/21/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
What If? by Seaweed Soap reviews
A sequel of sorts to "The Awakening." Might go M later on...and it just did...Chapter 11
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 11 - Words: 17,128 - Reviews: 97 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 4/20/2011 - Published: 3/1/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
So Simple by linnybrown reviews
September, 1914: Anna is unusually melancholy, Mr Bates is oddly comforting. Mrs Hughes speaks her mind. Mr Bates uses her words against her.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,567 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/19/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
To Have and to Hold by GriffinStar reviews
Sequel to 'A Quiet Man', Bates and Anna are married and this story begins on their Wedding Night.'M' rated with good reason.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 27,880 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 4/10/2011 - Published: 3/17/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Chapters We'd Rather Keep Unpublished by Lavender and Hay reviews
O'Brien is up to no good and it has implications for Mr Carson. AU, one-shot unless anyone has any bright ideas about where it could go. Idea given to me by The Sunday Wife. Carson/Hughes and tiny bits of Anna/Bates too.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,763 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 3/24/2011 - Published: 3/21/2011 - C. Carson, E. Hughes
I Never Knew a Finer One by kflo814 reviews
In which we explore what Mr. Bates might have pondered as he rode in the hay cart to the Downton Village Flower Show. A one shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 488 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/24/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Game by PBCD reviews
Spring comes after the first long winter of the war. Continued in M-rated follow-up "Victory".
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,940 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 3/21/2011 - Published: 3/19/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Mind Games by TheShippyQueen reviews
There's a new woman in Downton with a murky past. Who is she and what does she want? Chapter 3: Vera has evil on her mind!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,619 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 3/18/2011 - Published: 3/2/2011 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Two Years Later by PBCD reviews
Bates, in a particularly dark moment. A short, moody mood piece.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 807 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/4/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Diversions by PBCD reviews
Anna comes up with her own solution to a problem. Pure fluff.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,140 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 9 - Published: 3/1/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A secret by ceolwen reviews
Everyone knows this particular secret already. Disclaimer: no characters are mine. I own nothing but the words. Julian Fellowes and Carnival own everything. All is good. Thanks so much for reading and reviewing - it's much appreciated!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 10,043 - Reviews: 100 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 2/15/2011 - Published: 1/23/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
Forgive and Never Forget by A-Stretched-Mind reviews
Daniel finally decides to pop the question, but was it the right decision? Robert Timmins doesn't seem to think so. R&R please, my dearies.
Lark Rise to Candleford - Rated: K - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 2,948 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 2/10/2011 - Published: 1/11/2011
Free by StuckInThePast reviews
He had been gone a week, and now he was back - with some unexpected news.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 746 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/1/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Afraid by TheShippyQueen reviews
Everyone is afraid of war. My first attempt at an Anna/Bates fan fic. I might extend it to chapters on Matthew/Mary and Sybil/Branson.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 10,249 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 1/23/2011 - Published: 1/16/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates
A Lass from Across the Pond by A-Stretched-Mind reviews
Here's a little story bout my favorite show, LRTC. This is my first fanfic, so i hope its okay!
Lark Rise to Candleford - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 6 - Words: 2,284 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 3 - Updated: 1/17/2011 - Published: 10/18/2010
Say You're Okay by Rothery reviews
Sometimes it's just easier to say 'I'm fine' and get on with the day, even when things really aren't okay...One-shot. Hints of Anna/Bates...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 622 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 1 - Published: 11/3/2010 - Complete