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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
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.
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.
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning by
theglamourfades reviews
"You know, I remember reading a line in a book not that long ago," John stretched out across the sheets, slipping an arm around Anna's waist as she snuggled in closer to his side, the heat of their skin meeting. " 'Lust is Saturday night, love is Sunday morning'." Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,729 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/11/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - 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
Flickers by
bugsfic reviews
How do you rebuild the perfect love when it is shattered? Or do you even try?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 31,109 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 5/9/2014 - Published: 4/6/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Married Bliss by
Falcongirl00 reviews
Adults only. John and Anna enjoy married life in the privacy of their cottage. In other words, cottage smut plain and simple!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 15,719 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 4/22/2014 - Published: 7/25/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Song of the Heart by
fuzzydream archive reviews
"Deny me light, deny me spring, but never your laughter, for I would die." Pablo Neruda
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,382 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/7/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - 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
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
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
To dance with the devil by
E.Phoard reviews
A study of John's personal growth during his time with Vera, ultimately exploring the reasons behind his decisions to leave Anna for Vera, and vice versa.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,146 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 6 - Published: 10/17/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S., Vera B.
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
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
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
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Asleep The Snow Came Falling 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.
All This Time: A Resurgence of Love 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.
Who Are You, If Not Extraordinary? reviews
Season 4 Spoiler Alert: John knows. The truth surrounds them both. They embrace it, return to the cottage together, but how will they move forward from here?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,466 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Vivacious Spirit of Joy, The Vicious Woe of Despair reviews
Anna & John have enjoyed a few wonderful years happily married before the tides of bliss turn on them once again. They are still madly devoted to one another but soon harsh realities will twist their world around leaving them muddling through sorrow and eventually doubt. What more will life ask them to survive? And will they? This is a work in progress.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 28,595 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 9/2/2013 - Published: 6/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
An Exquisite Wedding Night reviews
John and Anna's Wedding Night, I wanted more than pillow talk. This is what I would have enjoyed seeing develop as they found themselves fervently and secretly married at last. I adore these characters and I find their love story exquisitely lovely. I hope you will enjoy my version of their long awaited wedding night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,678 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/25/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.