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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.
Deathly Hallows Chapter 37 - Reunited by bbrod8 reviews
Harry and Ginny see each other for the first time since the Battle of Hogwarts. The chapter of Deathly Hallows that JKR should have written.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,157 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 12 - Published: 8/23/2018 - [Harry P., Ginny W.] [Ron W., Hermione G.] - Complete
Heading South by The Bates Shipping Co reviews
The World as we know it has come to an end. People survive as they can. Evil men roam the land . With no food, shelter or a chance to rest, the only way is South. And it's on his way South that John Bates saves Anna Smith and their life together begins - Modern
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 19,454 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 3/6/2018 - Published: 10/14/2016 - [J. Bates, Anna S.]
As I Have Loved You by Eady of Old reviews
"No man can regret loving, as I have loved you." He'd spoken the words before he truly understood both the profoundness of her love and what it might mean if he ever lost it. If he ever lost her. Sequel to "No Man Can Regret Loving"
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 24 - Words: 56,056 - Reviews: 227 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 12/26/2017 - Published: 11/2/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Winter's First Flurry by JamesLuver reviews
Like it did almost any time it came, the snow snuck up on them unexpectedly, in the dark of night. When John opened the curtains on the grey December morning, he raised his eyebrows and whistled.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 13,561 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/30/2017 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The Definition of Us by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Anna Smith and John Bates have been friends since childhood. As they both leave to attend university their futures threaten pull them in separate directions. But will a wild night redefine their relationship?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 81,707 - Reviews: 194 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 11/28/2017 - Published: 3/17/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.]
Adventures Left to Come by Eady of Old reviews
A variation on S6E7, if Bates had not let Anna run after Mary following the crash.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,670 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/16/2017 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Greatest Gift by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John enjoy their last half-day before the arrival of their first child.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,954 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/13/2017 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Safety by JamesLuver reviews
It was strange, how quickly he had grown accustomed to being touched in such an intimate way. No one had ever done anything before, and he had been quite certain that no matter who was doing the touching, it was simply something that he would not get used to. But Anna had proven him to be wrong yet again. Now, it was his safety.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,008 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 7 - Published: 7/16/2017 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Titles by JamesLuver reviews
John and Anna have an important discussion in the months before their baby's birth.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,204 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/18/2017 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Banna :) by miss-ute and annambates reviews
A series of drabbles written in response to the fic challenge, created by awesomegreentie and terriejane on Tumblr :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 23,270 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 5/6/2017 - Published: 6/13/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
In the Light of Day by JamesLuver reviews
John Bates had never felt so wonderfully fatigued in his whole life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,200 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/30/2017 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Raph and April: Another Life by eno1988 reviews
Sequel to Raph and April: Finding April.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 14 - Words: 23,394 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 4/10/2017 - Published: 12/28/2015
Concerts and Hidden Glances by thesetteeproblem reviews
Modern AU: Anna is an up-and-coming cellist, and John is in her audience by coincidence. Will they find love together?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,532 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 2/22/2017 - Published: 7/21/2016 - Robert C., Mary C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Love in Bloom by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
After being injured in the Army, John Bates settles into a new life as a florist at Downton's flower shop. When a simple act of kindness spirals out of control, John comes face to face with a kindred spirit in Anna Smith, a local girl that seems to be shrouded in sadness and just as lonely as he is. Based off of the movie "Bed of Roses".
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,803 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 1/28/2017 - Published: 8/22/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Great Expectations by Kristen APA reviews
Anna and John looking forward to the future and anticipating their little one. Final chapter now up! [Spoilers for Series 6]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,813 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 12/18/2016 - Published: 2/26/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Blessed by The Bates Shipping Co reviews
Set in 1956. Father John Bates is at a turning point in his life when he's offered a chance at a new beginning...but life sometimes has different plans.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 107,863 - Reviews: 160 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 11/18/2016 - Published: 4/3/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Anna and John Bates Journal by Anna and Mr Bates Journal reviews
Journal entries written by John & Anna(actually Handy-for-the-bus & Terriejane)after they left service and became the proprietors of the Grantham Arms Hotel in Downton Village. Rated K through M.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 84 - Words: 229,505 - Reviews: 344 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 10/8/2016 - Published: 5/8/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
With Love by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Letters written between two newlyweds during WW2. Every post is one letter only, and you will have to wait for the next one to read the response. The letters come accompanied with a short scene (present or flashback).
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 12,614 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 10/5/2016 - Published: 12/10/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Stardust by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
On a small Island in Scotland an injured soldier returns home to heal his body and soul, but little does he know that his recovery is in the hands of an unknown friend. Begins in the Summer of 1945.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 27 - Words: 125,892 - Reviews: 297 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 9/10/2016 - Published: 8/21/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Banna Drabbles by BannaLuver reviews
Drabbles based on A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words Challenge by Awesomegreentie & Terriejane on Tumblr.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,618 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 4 - Updated: 8/29/2016 - Published: 6/29/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
AMB by miss-ute and annambates reviews
"After a bad break-up, the AMB dance club is the last place John wants to be, but a chance encounter there ends up changing his mind...and his life."
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,541 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/19/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Surprise by Siena Christmas reviews
It's the anniversary of the day Anna presented Mr. Bates with the gift of a warm meal when he first arrived at Downton. How will John surprise his wife? A birthday present for Aria E. Seymour.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,110 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 8/18/2016 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Time by Kristen APA reviews
[Set mid-S6] Even within the happiness, Anna still sometimes has low moments.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,245 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/15/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Naming of the Babe by alphaangel reviews
A slight amendment to the scene in Lady Mary's bedroom just before midnight. Using most of the lines from the scene and a few of my own.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 443 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/3/2016 - Robert C., Mary C., J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Coffee Mate by JamesLuver reviews
Modern AU. The best relationships bloom through simple, shared joys. Cover image by annambates.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 14,388 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/16/2016 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
A Picture is Worth 1,000 Words by Awesomegreentie reviews
Little one shots of roughly 1,000 originally written for a Tumblr challenge. Could be anything, but all are Banna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 8,443 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 7/2/2016 - Published: 6/7/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Picture Perfect by Kristen APA reviews
[Spoilers for S6] Anna plans a small but meaningful surprise for John.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,224 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/19/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The New Nanny by digthatshizz reviews
Anna is looking forward to her first day back to work after giving birth to her son. However, one person can't quite stop worrying about the baby...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,630 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 5 - Published: 5/31/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
He's Back by younaughtygirl reviews
"He was back. Her body told her so. It was singing with it." Giving the Bates' the love life they deserve. S 3, post prison. Enter at your own discretion.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 10,882 - Reviews: 101 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 5/30/2016 - Published: 10/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Without Words by Banna-nannas reviews
"There's a light in a woman's eyes that speaks louder than words."-Arthur Conan Doyle.{Banna/Baby Bates One-Shot} (Response to Downton Canon Fanfic Prompt)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 496 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 5/18/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anything for You by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
When Anna has doubts about an upcoming appointment with Doctor Ryder, John tries to find a way to be there for her and assuage her fears.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,006 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 5/15/2016 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The Basis of Any Great Love by drobin reviews
This is a series of moments, both on-screen and off, portraying the thoughts and conversations of the characters. Canon, beginning S1E1. Will mainly revolve around Anna/Bates, but will include other canonical pairings as well. Will begin with a T rating but will probably change to M later on.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 27,620 - Reviews: 69 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 5/5/2016 - Published: 3/2/2015 - Matthew C., Mary C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Netflix and Chill by JamesLuver reviews
Modern AU. After Anna suggests that they should watch a TV show together, John confides in his friend. Robert thinks he's got the measure of it, but John finds that the evening goes beyond his wildest expectation.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,448 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 5 - Published: 5/5/2016 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The Best of Intentions by Eady of Old reviews
It all started when Bates was asked to run an errand for his Lordship... Oneshot set in S1.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,961 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/4/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
B&B by miss-ute and annambates reviews
Could a series of unlucky mishaps for two lonely travelers end up being the very best luck of all? / Written for batesessecretservice's Banna April celebration on Tumblr ;)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,945 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 4/27/2016 - Published: 4/8/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
As Time Goes By by theglamourfades reviews
As time goes by, love always remains. Written for Banna April.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,245 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/22/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
For Better or Worse by Kristen APA reviews
Anna and John's wedding anniversaries over the years [Spoilers for S6].
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,852 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/18/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
A Little Picnic by Aria E. Seymour reviews
Downton Abbey Season 1-6 spoilers. Here is another Banna story, hopefully better than my last one. This takes place after the last season. Enjoy! Also I have another story coming soon!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 504 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/28/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S., Mrs Patmore - Complete
Pregnant by Kuri333 reviews
You know what you're expecting. But there are so many things unexpected, and nobody tells you about it. And you just have to go with them and hope for the best. Anna/Bates canon.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 791 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 3/23/2016 - Published: 2/18/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Peace by JamesLuver reviews
Eight months into her pregnancy, Anna is having trouble sleeping at night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,178 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/17/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
All Change by Storybookgirl77 reviews
Barrow is back at Downton, John & Anna are parents and life at the 'big house' is changing forever. Will Thomas Barrow find love? Will Cora and Robert continue as they have been?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 7,224 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 3/10/2016 - Published: 12/30/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] Thomas, OC - Complete
Little by MayDecemberMyHeart reviews
Anna Smith was always so very little...
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,716 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 3/9/2016 - Published: 3/5/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Couldn't Be More by Lady Kes reviews
Anna reflects on a very momentous day. Spoilers for the Series Finale and somewhat related to Comfortable, Still Comfortable, and Always Comfortable.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 556 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/8/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The First Night Back by Aria E. Seymour reviews
Season 1-4 spoilers of Downton Abbey. Please keep comments clean of spoilers past season 4. This is a story about Anna and Bates when she moves back into the cottage. Her and Bates are about to make love for the first time after the incident. Here is a short scene that was skipped in the show.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 387 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/6/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Strongest Love There Is by Kristen APA reviews
This year, Mother's Day has a different meaning for Anna. [Spoilers for Series 6]
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,712 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/6/2016 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Things Said by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Things Anna and John say to each other at various moments of their lives.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 2,988 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 2/29/2016 - Published: 2/15/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Kinmoor Vignettes by Phoenix4131 reviews
CHAPTER THREE: "He's a good father. She never doubted he would be, but she never tires of marveling at it, either." Post-season 6 collection of one-shots featuring the Bates family.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,964 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 2/19/2016 - Published: 11/14/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.]
A Candle in the Darkness by snakeofalltrades reviews
Many things are left to be resolved after the destruction left by the plight of Lord Voldemort. But there's hope on the horizon that everything will eventually be all right. And they can make their way there with what their enemies didn't have: love. Because to recover from darkness, there has to be a candle lighting the way. Harry/Ginny one-shot, post-Battle of Hogwarts.
Harry Potter - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,854 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 10 - Published: 2/19/2016 - [Harry P., Ginny W.] - Complete
The Gift by a-lady-to-me reviews
Modern A/U - Mr. Bates and Anna have only been dating for a short time and it seems that both have struggled with what to get the other for Christmas. What will they decide on?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,205 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 12/26/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Night Before Christmas by theglamourfades reviews
Anna and John make the final preparations to decorating their cottage on Christmas Eve. S6 spoilers, set within the final episode.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 864 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/24/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Cuddle Up a Little Closer by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
A series of one shots in response to domesticity and intimacy prompts. Some of these are DA era and some will be Modern A/U.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 4,454 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 8 - Published: 12/13/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
For The Second Time by digthatshizz reviews
John plays the waiting game whilst Anna goes into labour...
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,153 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 10 - Published: 12/3/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Faith, Hope and Love by theglamourfades reviews
Love suffers long and is kind. It is not proud. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails. (S6 spoilers included)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,454 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/22/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Bodyguard by a-lady-to-me reviews
Anna is a princess and Mr. Bates is her bodyguard.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,773 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 10 - Published: 11/14/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Gentle Reminder by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
A nice bit of baby bates fluff after John and Anna return from the race at Brooklands in series 6 episode 7. My way of trying to rectify the lack of scenes we have received so far showing the Bateses preparing for the arrival of their little one.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,285 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/7/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Trick or Treat by JamesLuver reviews
Halloween had never been John's favourite time of the year, but perhaps his opinion can be changed...
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 15,171 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 10/31/2015 - Published: 10/11/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Take Me Into Your Loving Arms by theglamourfades reviews
"Mr Bates," her voice was soft, though it had a ring to it too. Persuasion. "Will you come and dance?" - Modern Anna x Bates one-shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,439 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/24/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Dare to Dream by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Spoiler Warning for Series 6, episode 4. This was just my interpretation of what went on in Bates head when Anna rushed off to London with Lady Mary in the middle of the night and his reaction to the news upon her return.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,179 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 6 - Updated: 10/18/2015 - Published: 10/17/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Blessed by fuzzydream archive reviews
He had never felt so blessed. Spoilers for S6E4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,050 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/12/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Discovered by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Based on a prompt by Terriejane "AU in which Branson casually opens the pantry only to find Bates and Anna snogging behind the door. They all look at each other, and he shrugs, pulling the door closed and leaving without a word."
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,271 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/2/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
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
A Hopeful Future by Eady of Old reviews
She had hoped for a fine day today, but apparently it was not to be. Contains S6E1 SPOILERS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,514 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 9/16/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Letting Go by JamesLuver reviews
It's both the proudest and most difficult day of John Bates' life.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 13,385 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 3 - Published: 9/13/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - 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
You by fuzzydream archive reviews
Another month passed, and you weren't there yet. Slight Series 6 spoilers.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,165 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/30/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
First Night at the Cottage by DowagerInTraining reviews
Sequel to 'Anna's Nightdress' in response to a request from a reviewer. John and Anna enjoy their first night together at the cottage, with a surprise for each other in store. Disclaimer: I don't own Downton Abbey but it is fun to borrow Oh, and I'm not kidding about the M this time. Y'all seemed to like my fluff/smut mixture ;)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,023 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 4 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Anna's Nightdress by DowagerInTraining reviews
Anna has always envied Lady Mary's beautiful clothes and is delighted to receive a gift of a beautiful nightgown, which she intends to embroider herself. And after meeting Lord Grantham's new valet, Mr Bates, she knows there is only one man she ever wants to see her wearing it. Rated M for Chapter 5! DISCLAIMER: I do not own Downton Abbey, but it is fun to borrow!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,159 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 6 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - 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
Mystery of Joy by Lynn Saunders reviews
A "fill-in-the-blank" canon-style journey through Anna and Bates' courtship. I think of this as a "prequel" to A Meeting at Night and Homecoming, but each of the stories can stand alone. This is to be a multiple chapter fic, which began with a T rating and firmly MOVED UP TO A STRONG M AT CHAPTER 16.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 53,900 - Reviews: 238 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 7/23/2015 - Published: 3/31/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Feeling the Heat by theglamourfades reviews
Summer 1921. A heatwave hits Downton, but the temperature isn't the only factor warming things up. Set between 3.8 and the S3 CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,132 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/17/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Oh Come All Ye Faithful by a-lady-to-me reviews
My take on what happened after the Season 5 Christmas Special.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,039 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/6/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Meeting at Night by Lynn Saunders reviews
Amorous meetings at night. Chapter 1: A wedding night. Chapter 2: A homecoming.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,523 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 4/2/2015 - Published: 3/8/2015 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
What A Catch! by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
A two part story for Terriejane's prompt. John and Thomas find themselves competing once again. But, this time, it's all about fishing skills, or just a matter of luck.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,396 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/27/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Always Comfortable by Lady Kes reviews
Anna receives the best Christmas present she could ever ask for. Set during the Christmas Special 2014, sequel to Comfortable and Still Comfortable. No smut.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 700 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/14/2015 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Violet Dress For His Love by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Set after ep 8 of series 4. Anna wonders what John did while he was in York and is decided to make him tell her everything... but he already had other plans for their evening.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,658 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/13/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Love Me Like You Do by fuzzydream archive reviews
"It was never simply physical for us, no. But in light of everything that has happened, it means so much more." Set after S5CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,153 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 8 - Published: 3/12/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Unconventional Bed by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
After one month of waiting, Anna and Bates finally move to their cottage, and although their home is still not quite ready, they are not willing to waste one more night sleeping apart. One shot - set.3x8
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,825 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/4/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
His Healing Hands by Awesomegreentie reviews
Set Sometime after Season 4. John and Anna make progress in returning the intimacy they have lost.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,462 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/1/2015 - 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
Problems and Possibilities by Kristen APA reviews
[S5 spoilers] Anna x Bates drabbles, one for each episode of S5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,439 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 2 - Published: 1/30/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Joyful and Triumphant by theglamourfades reviews
Their greatest dream had come true once more, just in time. Spoilers for S5 CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,041 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/5/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
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: 27 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/27/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Full Hearts, Empty Houses by fuzzydream archive reviews
"I loved you and you left me without so much as an explanation. Vanishing from everywhere I knew. You didn't return my calls or my messages. I couldn't even know if you were still alive." Modern AU, Christmas.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,822 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 12/11/2014 - Published: 12/4/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Hesitation by gibbsgalsa reviews
Fill in the gap, after conversation between Anna and John Bates in Cottage scene. Warning S5E6 (Spoilers) - Mature.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,415 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 11/20/2014 - Published: 11/5/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Sacrifices by Eady of Old reviews
They took her away from him, and Bates struggles in the aftermath. S5E8 SPOILERS
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,249 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 6 - Published: 11/14/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Robert C. - 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
Dance with the Devil by A-Downtonluvr-To-Me reviews
A belated Halloween contribution from Downtonluvr and A-Lady-To-Me in which Anna and John meet at a Halloween party. But will both of them prove to be more than what they seem?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Humor/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,397 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/4/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
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
If the Rain Must Fall by a-lady-to-me reviews
Modern A/U - Bates and Anna get side-tracked when their walk home through the park is hindered by a sudden downpour.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,347 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/21/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Misbehavior and Punishment by Forgoodandproper reviews
S5 Ep4: What should have happened after the adorable "smack" kiss Anna and Bates shared in Lady Mary's bedroom had they not started in with the mood killing Green talk. Upstairs shenanigans. Started as a fluffy one shot, then was asked to continue it. And it may have gone into smut-ish territory... Special thanks to annambates and a-lady-to-me for their encouragement and praise!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,828 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/17/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All Worked Up by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Just my take on Series 5 episode one on what really took place between John and Anna, before and after the fire that swept through the Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,324 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - 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
Surviving Together by Eady of Old reviews
"Would you have ever told me, had I not gone to Mrs. Hughes?"
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,308 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/11/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Afternoon Delight by a-lady-to-me reviews
Modern A/U One shot - Based on prompt from Tumblr
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,383 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/30/2014 - 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
The Theft of Joy by Eady of Old reviews
Months after Anna's attack, she decides she's ready to attempt intimacy again with her husband. But she was not the only one traumatized by the events of that night.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,190 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/28/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Truly by a-lady-to-me reviews
Some sweet Banna fluff set post Series 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 829 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
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
Bedtime Story by a-lady-to-me reviews
Anna asks Bates to read to her in bed.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,911 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/28/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Imaginings by a-lady-to-me reviews
Based on a prompt I received via Tumblr: "John always imagined taking Anna from behind and one night he finally has enough courage to ask her. Anna's a bit nervous about it but finds the idea exciting." Strong M Rating!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,792 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/26/2014
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.
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]
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
I Can't Wait To Spoil You by a-lady-to-me reviews
Written from a prompt I received on Tumblr. Anna and John have some fun in the bath on their first night at the cottage after his release.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,832 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/18/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Unexpected, but in a good way by idontevenlikefruit reviews
What I wanted to happen for Anna and John the first night in their cottage. My first DA fic. Also no beta so pleas exude the horrible spelling.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,458 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 1 - Published: 2/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
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
You Can Always Buy Me a Penny Lick by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Set during the Christmas Special, Anna offers to buy John a penny lick. With that simple phrase John is reminded of the last time Anna offered to buy him a penny lick.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,824 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 7 - Published: 1/4/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Confronting the Past by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna and John have a conversation what happened. Spoilers for 4.03! Trigger warning!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,199 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/26/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Christmas Surprise by a-lady-to-me reviews
Anna and John's first Christmas together after his release! John remember a request Anna made in a letter to him, and is only too happy to make all her wishes come true. *shameless smut and fluff because we need it*
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,676 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/25/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - 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
Demons by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna wakes up from a nightmare and John comforts her.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 956 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/18/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Fascination by a-lady-to-me reviews
Series 2 - Wedding Night Smut - John finds himself extremely fascinated with a certain part of Anna's anatomy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,306 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/12/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
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
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
Wedding Night by SyfyRomantic reviews
The Bates' wedding night. The title speaks for itself
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,229 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 7 - Published: 11/7/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete