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  • Jan. 1st, 2020 at 12:01 AM
E/B
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Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall (first 2/3s is PG)
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.
Link to the story in Spanish: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4829851/1/En_un_parpadeo

Entries go in reverse order, of course. Please page back until you find chapter 1. (Chapters aren't titled, only numbered.) This entry is merely a place-holder with the basic story information and banner.

Some images associated with the story in my gallery, for illustration

A link to Nicola's restaurant, mentioned in a couple chapters:
http://www.nicolas-restaurant.com/

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In the Blink of an Eye 68: Epilogue (fic)

  • Aug. 26th, 2009 at 4:39 PM
E/B
Title: In the Blink of an Eye, Epilogue (68)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Three moments in Bella's future. (And I'll just say, before you start, you might want a few tissues handy. This story comes full circle)

Previous: Part 67

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 67 )

September 13, 2018 )

In the Blink of an Eye 67 (fic) E/B New Moon AU

  • Aug. 18th, 2009 at 11:18 PM
Esme
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (67)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Esme, Rose and Alice receive visitors.

Some of you may love me for this, some may hate me -- but I decided to go ahead and post the last part since it's ready. After this crazy week with classes starting, I figured I need to get this OFF my table. This is the last chapter. Only the epilogue is left ... it will be at least a week for that. See end notes for more.

Previous: Part 66

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 66 )

'They'll be arriving any minute ...' )

In the Blink of an Eye 66 (fic)

  • Aug. 18th, 2009 at 4:44 PM
B/E adoration
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (66)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Bella wakes.

Previous: Part 65

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 65 )

She's terribly disoriented. And she's terribly thirsty. )

In the Blink of an Eye 65 (fic)

  • Aug. 17th, 2009 at 12:57 AM
Edward serious
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (65)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature, this part PG-13.
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Will she make it? And if she does, will she walk?

(Some possibly stomach-turning description, but I don't think it's very bad.)

Previous: Part 64

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 64 )

Ever since Alice first admitted her vision to Edward, he's been planning for a worst-case scenario ... )

In the Blink of an Eye 64 (fic)

  • Aug. 15th, 2009 at 3:04 AM
Emmett/Rosalie
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (64)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature (still) for blood & gore (less than in BD).
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Alice gives directions, Rose is at the sheriff's office ... and Bella is found.

Some possibly stomach-turning description. And while I did look things up as per usual, I have no handy doctor-in-pocket and make no promises this is entirely accurate. Last, once again, a 2-POV section!

Previous: Part 63

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 63 )

Alice is frustrated. )

In the Blink of an Eye 63 (fic)

  • Aug. 14th, 2009 at 9:17 PM
tough Bella
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (63)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature for a little blood & gore (less than in BD).
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Bella finds a way to escape.

Previous: Part 62

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 62 )

After Brady leaves, it takes about fifteen minutes for Bella to master the pain enough to think. )

In the Blink of an Eye 62 (fic)

  • Aug. 13th, 2009 at 1:11 PM
Esme
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (62)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Esme and Martha coordinate the search effort. Esme gets a disturbing phone call and Chip Clayton gets his fifteen minutes of fame.

Previous: Part 61

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 61 )

Once the problem of Charlie is settled, things move quickly. )

In the Blink of an Eye 61 (fic)

  • Aug. 9th, 2009 at 8:59 PM
Edward
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (61)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Charlie arrives finally. Many things are explained.

Previous: Part 60

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 60 )

The rising sun sits orange on the horizon and this will (unfortunately) be a beautiful, cloudless spring day... )

In the Blink of an Eye 60 (fic)

  • Aug. 8th, 2009 at 11:46 PM
Bella  serious
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (60)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Bella wakes in a very bad place.

Previous: Part 59

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 59 )

Bella wakes when the sun is rising. )

In the Blink of an Eye 59 (fic)

  • Aug. 7th, 2009 at 2:48 PM
Edward serious
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (59)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Edward is sent home from the police station, and Jacob has arrived. Final plans are made before Charlie's advent. And Alice has an important vision.

For the first time, I'm breaking my one part = one POV pattern, but only once. Edward's POV part is just too short to justify it's own entry.

Previous: Part 58
Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 58 )

Edward is in hell. )

In the Blink of an Eye 58 (fic)

  • Aug. 6th, 2009 at 1:09 PM
Alice
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (58)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Martha arrives. She and Alice have a chat in the car.

Previous: Part 57
Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 57 )

Alice is waiting at the Atlanta airport when Martha Jackson's plane touches down. )

In the Blink of an Eye 57 (fic)

  • Aug. 4th, 2009 at 4:16 PM
gold Rose
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (57)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Angry Rose is very, very scary. Also, just to be entirely clear, there is a White County Sheriff's Office as well as a Helen Police Department, but obviously, this is a work of fiction and not meant to reflect any real organization much less actual officers.

Previous: Part 56

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 56 )

Rose is furious. She'd like to tear that stupid wolf girl apart. )

In the Blink of an Eye 56 (fic)

  • Aug. 3rd, 2009 at 10:32 PM
Jasper
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (56)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Bella has disappeared and now the shit hits the fan.

Previous: Part 55

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 55 )

'Why in hell did she call the police?' )

In the Blink of an Eye 55 (fic)

  • Aug. 2nd, 2009 at 12:14 AM
Bella
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (55)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Irene comes for vacation. She and Bella talk about a lot of things.

Previous: Part 54

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 54 )

'You know we love you,' Rose tells Bella the morning after Irene and the kids arrive. 'We're letting werewolves stay here.' )

In the Blink of an Eye 54 (fic)

  • Jul. 31st, 2009 at 4:07 PM
Bella  serious
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (54)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: The dark months pass and spring blooms.

Previous: Part 53

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 53 )

Brady is released from the hospital the week after Christmas ... )

In the Blink of an Eye 53 (fic)

  • Jul. 24th, 2009 at 2:50 PM
E/B
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (53)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature this part
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: The 'wedding.' Everybody needs a little sap once in a while!

Previous: Part 52

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 52 )

With this ring, I thee wed ... )

In the Blink of an Eye 52 (fic)

  • Jul. 21st, 2009 at 10:01 PM
Carlise/Esme
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (52)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: The day after the shooting incident. Real life descends.

Previous: Part 51

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 51 )

Bella has to be at the shelter early the next day to begin addressing the disaster of the day before, tackling both the monumental and mundane. )

In the Blink of an Eye 51 (fic)

  • Jul. 17th, 2009 at 12:52 AM
tough Bella
Title: In the Blink of an Eye (51)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part PG-13
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Bella learns the full truth.


Previous: Part 50

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 50 )

Esme and Rose take turns explaining Alice's vision to Bella on the ride back to Rose's house. )

In the Blink of an Eye 50 (fic)

  • Jul. 15th, 2009 at 1:09 PM
Esme
First, thanks to [info]brissygirl!

Title: In the Blink of an Eye (50)
Author: That Writr
Characters/Pairing: E/B and other canon couples
Rating: Mature overall, this part only PG-13
Category: romance, drama
Spoilers: through New Moon
Summary: Bella went cliff diving, but it didn't turn out so well. She broke her back. A decade later, Edward reappears in her life on the same night she loses her best friend and husband to a freak accident. Now a graduate student in Women's Studies, Bella isn't thrilled to see him. But when the Cullens re-enter Bella's life, they bring change, hope, and a new joint project that will require all their expertises.

Part Summary: Alice and Jasper are headed to Biloxi for a few days. Emmett minds the store while Esme and Hannah plan maternity clothes shopping. Nothing turns out like they expect.

Previous: Part 49

Additionally, I have the story up at Fanfiction.net, for those who'd prefer reading it or commenting in that format or are new to it and want to start from the beginning: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4500819/1/In_the_Blink_of_an_Eye

Brief snippet from the end of Part 49 )

'Alice, you and Jasper have a wonderful time and don't worry about a thing.' )