The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

Beginnings by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 206 pages | Finished | Dec-05 Cast: Ash, Sarah, Jo, Lou, Stephen, Ashley, Tracy Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #02 in 2006, #24 in 2007     Top-25 #1.
Summer - 1974. Hot, sticky and filled with promise. Days filled with nothing but what my imagination could conjure up - and that could be pretty frightening. Lou Turner loves Ashley Richards. Always has - always will. This is her story - a story spanning thirty years, from the innocence of childhood to the bitterness of adulthood. But can Lou use her beginnings to shape her future?
WoW! .....Just................Wow! I gotta say, that was some very special story. Myself and two of my friends read it within days of each other, and we all agreed it was awesome. Well written, lots of emotion, great character descriptions. You didn't waffle on where there was no point. (which I thank you for immensely)All in all, a very good story and I say well done! Hope to be reading more of your stories soon. Thanks for sharing - Kelly - Dec 19th, 2005    Once again a masterpiece!! Oh if only I could write like you!!I say, Get thee to a publisher! xox - KTBard - Dec 20th, 2005    This is a great story, very well written. - Chris - Dec 20th, 2005    I had to read on account of Fingersmith's other stories. They were all good. I enjoyed this one because I can relate to having the same feelings that the protagonist is feeling. Kudos to the author and her wonderful work. - Mary - Dec 23rd, 2005    A wonderful story, and I couldn't stop reading it till I reached the end. The narration was fantastic and it was very cleverly written. Can't wait to read more. If you haven't read this yet - read it now. You won't be disappinted. God no. - Jen - Dec 24th, 2005    What a marvelous read! Writing in first person is daring and this author has fulfilled the dare with style. The story is full up with angst, humor, love and just plain real life. I'd recommend the novel to my Mom (she's a former teacher and a fellow reader of the "avid" ilk) - and that's the highest compliment I can give. Thanks for sharing your talent Fingersmith, you've been added to my short list of favorites! - Therese - Dec 26th, 2005    Wow! What can I say? The writing, as expected, is top notch, the characters vivid and realistic. Awesome stuff again Finger! Love the character of Ashley. Gotta love a narky copper!!!!! - Polar - Dec 29th, 2005    Read this at work ... and then again at home. What a story!! Loved it. Everything the narrator felt, I felt. This is too good a story to miss, and I will be reading Fingersmith's other two stories straight after this. I highly recommend it and can't wait to read the others. - Vicky - Jan 6th, 2006    Hey Fingersmith, you've gone and bloody done it again!!!!! Me and my other half loved it to bits, especially its very 'Britishness'!!! Thanks for all the effort and love you put into the story, it shows. A definate MUST READ!!! - sapphie - Jan 6th, 2006    Yet another wonderful story. A must read. Felt myself being a part of the story. Wish there were more accolade type adjectives to describe this gifted writer. Loved the depth of Lou's character and her relationship with her sister. - barb - Jan 12th, 2006    brilliant! - Katrina - Jan 16th, 2006    amen to all that was commented before, a fabulous story! - Kat - Feb 14th, 2006    A fantastic read. Excellent characters and plot. Fingersmith has written a story with such feeling and heart I couldn't put it down. Loved it. - Katie - Mar-14-2006    I love this story. Came across it by chance and couldn't put it down. There is just so much going on - it is funny and touching, and the characters are so believable (and so is the plot). Can't wait to read more of this writer's work. - Hannah - Jun-01-2006    A beautiful story that I couldn't put down until I had finished - and I doubt that anyone else would either. Very well written, with good characterisation and plot. The way it is written at times seems almost poetic. Go read it now. - Nell - Aug-20-2006    Brilliant! Both hysterical and heartbreaking, with everything else in between. It truly is a beautiful story. If you haven't read this, please do. You won't regret it. - Melissa - Feb-13-2007    A very sweet story of first true love. Lou and Ash have endurged so much together and the many mistakes that came along the way. READ THIS!!!! It's very promising and once you started, you can't seem to put it down. - Ri - Mar-14-2007    Wow! What can I say. I fell in love with Ash and Lou. The writng is great. I was never bored. This is the first ever review I have written and it so deserved it. This one is funny and witty. Unlike other fictions that I have read, I cant put it down from the first chapter till the end. It was so fucking amazing! Mind you, I love other uber also, like the Blind side of Love and Seduction of Laura, but this one is different. Great read! Highrly Recommended! 10 perfect stars! - slider - Apr-11-2007    Love the story! A must-read when you have time because you won't be able to stop! - ter - May-20-2007    Wonderful. Absolutely wonderful. This story made me feel so much, and then much more again. To find a love like that. Another brilliant story here, and if you've not read it, don't miss out. I love the sister - wish I had one like Jo. - Laura - Jun-15-2007    This excellent and much acclaimed story is finally published and out on the stores!! fans everywhere rejoice :) Thanks fingersmith, may you bless us with more of your talent. - Littlegit - Nov-20-2007    This story! What can I say that hasn't already been said? You have just got to go ahead and read it to get the full impact of excellent characters, a gripping story, and a very original style of writing. Highly recommended. - maggie - Dec-04-2007    defintely a good read. i myself cant put it down. i could say that this is my favorite, so far.. and im looking forward to read more of fingersmiths work. this story made me laugh and also cry in some way.. well, i guess thats her style and i admit she GOT me. Everyone SHOULD read this! - Anonymous - Jan-18-2008    You just gotta read this wonderfull story. - Callisto - Feb-02-2008    One of the best Uber stories there is. Fingersmith writes with great humor and emotion. You'll cry, laugh and curse in one sitting with this one. :o). A must read. - luie - Feb-05-2008    Great!!! It´s a long time since a read a great storie like this. This one has everything in the right place - fun, love, friendship, sex... You should read!! - Yavanna - Aug-26-2008    Absolutely loved this story. Thanks! - Ginger - Feb-01-2009    God..this story moves me. Love it. Thank you Fingersmith. - easteden - May-28-2009    Wow! One of the greatest! I still can't believe how high the level of the stories around here can be! It's amazing, those people are true writers! Some of them are even better than the ones who publish real books, in the real world! Fingersmith definitely is anyway. Her style is fluent, smart, and funny. She brings intensity to the scenes that makes you hold your breath. Sexual tension between the two heroins is almost unbearable sometimes. Makes you wanna go in the cool fresh air for a while... and then run back to the reading! ; ) - yuka - Jun-20-2009    You are truley a gifted writer! - ttlle - Nov-08-2009    This is one of my most favorite stories. You are such a talented writer. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. This story has everything I want to see in a good flick. It's a must read for anyone who loves a good love story. - JettBlk - Mar-06-2010    a wonderful story. Lou and Ash are so well-written that i sincerely wish that they had not lost 20 years of being together. long-term angst is hellish. - kc - Jul-24-2010    What is not to love about this book? Once again, so talented Fingersmith. - Amanda - Aug-02-2010    'Beginnings' is amazing in so many ways - this author is very talented and I think this is one of the best stories written using first-person perspective that I've ever read. I read it straight through...wouldn't you? lol - Kristin - Aug-04-2010    Wow. What a story! This is definitely worth a read. Well written and totally awesome characters. - Gemstone - Aug-19-2010    Beautiful and captivating story written with talent, humour and a great sense of pace. Bravo! - Elise - Jan-25-2011    Definetly one of the best uber stories out there! - Bear - Feb-12-2011    Very good. Love the writing style. - Moses - Feb-22-2011    So intense and heartbreaking. The gifted author has such a way with words. Left me feeling very raw and emotional, something I rarely get from paperbacks. You should definitely get this published. - Anonymouse - Mar-19-2011    Good story so far but I can't find the link for chapter 12 - RavenIrish - Apr-15-2011    loved the humour in the beginning.. especially the part where the siblings tease lou about their mother's reaction after lou was born.. laughed out loud at that one.. highly recommend this story!! - xtra dog - Jun-06-2011    I can't believe there are some people, or one person, who takes great delight in giving stories a bad rating to make themselves feel better. I have witnessed the constant decrease in the ratings of this story over a period of time and honestly believe there is some saddo out there who is getting off on this. I have written to Fingersmith who, obviously, is disturbed that anyone would do that. Sneakily adding bad ratings is NOT a review. It is a sign of cowardice. Personally, I thank this author and all the other authors out there who post their stories for our entertainment with no expectation of payment. At this rate we will end up with nothing. - CH - Nov-25-2011    ^^ I agree with CH. Whoever is deliberately giving these amazing stories bad ratings is a sad jealous fuck. End of. These are some of the best stories out there. So if you are new to reading these, don't pay attention to the ratings, as they aren't accurate. Read the reviews, it speaks volumes about how brilliant and talented this woman is. Fingersmith is the best in my opinion. - AC - Nov-29-2011    really good. must read - Anonymous - Dec-06-2011    Seems like someone is still giving this story a bad rating. What IS your problem? Get over yourself. - Trish - Apr-06-2012    I don't understand why this story is rated so low. 10,10. Now whoever the person who rated so lowly is one more vote closer to not mattering. - Dee - May-23-2012    I don't understand why this story is rated so low. 10,10. Now whoever the person who rated so lowly is one more vote closer to not mattering. - Dee - May-23-2012    I don't understand why this story is rated so low. 10,10. Now whoever the person who rated so lowly is one more vote closer to not mattering. - Dee - May-23-2012    I don't understand why this story is rated so low. 10,10. Now whoever the person who rated so lowly is one more vote closer to not mattering. - Dee - May-23-2012    Fantastic story. Very believable. Can't understand why someone would give this a bad rating. I agree with Dee. Don't let the rating fool you as this story is definitely a 10/10. - LeahX - Jun-21-2012    Fantastic story. Very believable. Can't understand why someone would give this a bad rating. I agree with Dee. Don't let the rating fool you as this story is definitely a 10/10. - LeahX - Jun-21-2012    Fantastic story. Very believable. Can't understand why someone would give this a bad rating. I agree with Dee. Don't let the rating fool you as this story is definitely a 10/10. - LeahX - Jun-21-2012    one of my fav writers - Anonymous - Sep-15-2012    That was an incredible story. Very well written and really brings to life the teenage angst of first love,being different and eventually finding and accepting one's self. - uber goober - Jan-20-2013    As with all her stories, a truly entertaining read. 12/10 - Anonymous - Feb-04-2013

Critical by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 178 pages | Finished | Apr-10
Restaurant owner, Claire Connolly, initially believes Jennifer Cartwright collapses on purpose to see how she will cope with the situation. But it soon comes to light that someone is behind it all and is not going to stop until he exacts his revenge on the dark haired food critic. Bring in Fiona Houghton - smart and willing to go the extra mile. It isn't long before she is on the trail of a man intent on destruction, and he doesn't care who he destroys along the way. A tale of murder, kidnapping, and devastating obsession. How on earth can something as fragile as blossoming love come from this? Simple. Love is stronger than everything. Isn't it?
I love this story and the third person style it's written in! The characterizations are great and this story is filled with suspense, angst, romance, and humor! Very well done! Can't wait for a sequel!! - Anonymous - Apr-27-2010    This story hooks you right from the beginning,the only thing missing is a sequal. - Anonymous - Apr-30-2010    gorgeous. i love reading your work! - Anonymous - May-01-2010    Fantastic, as usual. Although this is written in third person, not Fingersmith's usual style, it is still a gripping read. And by the looks of the ratings, it looks as if the sad bastard who always tries to undermine the writings these writers do for OUR enjoyment, is back. Shame on them. [Editor's Note: A "critic" is a man who creates nothing and thereby feels qualified to judge the work of creative men. There is a logic in this; he is unbiased--he hates all creative people equally. -- Robert A. Heinlein 5-3-2010] - CH - May-03-2010    The characters and plot will hook you and not let go until you finish. - jerseygirl - May-04-2010    one of my favorite writers!!! - Anonymous - May-04-2010    Another wonderful story by an all time favourite writer. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a great read with well rounded characters. Grab a cuppa, sit back and enjoy. You won't be sorry. - Anonymous - May-08-2010    Loved the use of the third person voice. It allowed the reader to get into the heads of both characters. This is a very good read from a very talented bard. - wasabigrrl - May-10-2010    Fantastic. What more could we want from a story? This has everything needed to make an impression and make you wish there was a sequel. Hope Fingersmith is reading this. Come on girl. Time to get writing. We need more. - Chelz - May-30-2010    That was such an intense story. I couldn't stop reading and I did not until the "End". It was flowing, it was precise and, again, so intense! I'm waiting for a sequel... - karf - Jun-08-2010    I couldn't stop reading this. It is, like all this writer's stories, amazing. Excellent plot, excellent characters, and an overwhelming need to know what happens next. Very well written, as usual. All I need now is a sequel. If you haven't read it, make sure you do. You won't be disappointed. Far from it, in fact. - JM - Jun-13-2010    Fingersmith style of writing is brilliantly funny. This story is insightful/exciting and captured me from the very beginning. - Trish - Jun-15-2010    EXCELLENT, GREAT CHARACTERS AND STORY CAN'T WAIT FOR THE SEQUEL - Lumor - Jun-19-2010    Knew this would be great. You are brilliant Fingersmith. Grin. - Amanda - Aug-02-2010    First person or third-person, you're a great writer! I can't wait for the sequel.. - Anonymous - Aug-04-2010    Perfect. Like usual. - immie - Oct-08-2010    Wow! of course you have to recommend something this sneaky good. It seems like it will be just a simple tale but as it unfolds it gets better. Love the treatment of the side characters of Laura and the police detective. Good work Fingersmith. I think everyone will agree, a sequel is a great idea as well. - toni - Oct-21-2010    Loved everything about this story, funny and lovable cast of characters that will have you cheering every step of the way. - brighteyez - Nov-29-2010    Absolutely worth a read, but make sure you have time in the near future To finish it since it's all you'll want to do. It has everything and yes you will be at the edge of your seat all throughout. For not having done 3rd person before She nailed it better than most. A true delighted fan whom will always be Looking for more from this wonderful auther - Jen - Feb-18-2011    I realy liked this story, I just hope there is a sequel to come soon. - Anonymous - Mar-09-2011    Loved this story. Very well written, like all Fingersmith's work. - TT - Jul-13-2011    That was a totally incredible story. Well written with very richly woven characters and plot lines. Definitely begs for a sequel with that ending. I certainly hope there will be one. - uber goober - Jan-29-2013    seal6A Really informative blog.Really looking forward to read more. Keep writing. - http://www.crork.com - Jan-16-2014

Dwelling in the Past by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 134 pages | Finished | Apr-05 Cast: Abbie, Kaate Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #13 in 2005, #17 in 2006, #16 in 2007     Top-25 #1.
Abbie Jameson needs to escape her life. A writer with no muse, and a marriage with no love. She retreats to Yorkshire in a bid to find her true self. But the self she finds is not what she was expecting. Only the dark, enigmatic Kate Thomas can help her discover the truth. Although a supernatural vein flows through this story, it is ultimately about love, self-discovery and the realisation that all we have to do is let go and believe.
Living near where the events in Yorkshire occured added a great dimension to an already atmospheric supernatural tale. I loved the character of Kate, a wonderfully brooding uber X! Highly recommended second story from a great new writer. - sapphie - Apr 25th, 2005    Wonderful! A definite must-read! I loved Hearts and Flowers Border but this is so much darker and more intense, I think I may prefer it more. The characters are tantalisingly well-developed (for me, the dark and sultry Kate Thomas is a definite dead-ringer for LL in HOD - yum!). Though there is a supernatural element, it never detracts from the hot and steamy growing passion between Abbie and Kate, so if you're not one for ghost stories don't let it put you off! The ending I think is very well done - not what I was expecting! But I don't think it could have been done any other way. Excellent! Another brilliant story from this new gifted writer - you're not just a one-hit wonder!! From your number one fan xx - Julie - Apr 25th, 2005    Excellent. What a story!!! The plot is believable and the characters are as sexy as hell! I think the ending was my favourite part. Well done Fingersmith!! Please write more! - Sophie - Apr 26th, 2005    In this second offering from Fingersmith, we the very fortunate reader are not let down one bit from the high we were on from Hearts and Flowers Border. Dwelling in the Past is a wonderful story that twists and turns and sometimes leaves your heart in your throat! I thought the writing was incredible....Fingersmith has a gift....a wonderful ability to shape an image perfectly for the readers mind. I personally think she is a master of descriptive writing! I certainly hope she doesn't stop anytime soon! Good on ya Fingersmith!!! - Asgard - Apr 27th, 2005    What can I say that hasn't already been said about Fingersmith and her writing talents? She's an awesome writer and one that I will continue to watch out for in the future. I wish I were writing this good in my second story. lol. Although Dwelling in the Past is so very different from Hearts and Flowers Border, it's just as good. And man, can Fingersmith write a steamy sex scene. ;) So, give this great story a read. You will not be disappointed. - MSAnderson - Apr 27th, 2005    it's a gud story, boring in some parts, just a little long, but over all a funny read - tarvvy - May 3rd, 2005    I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Good plot and characters. I have to disagree with tarrvy - I didn't find any boring bits, and it wasn't long enough. Everything was needed to make a really good read. It was funny and sexy. - Karen - May 4th, 2005    I really loved this story and would recommend it without question. I could not put it down. Wonderful new author! Thanks, Fingersmith. - Summer Sun - May 4th, 2005    I highly recommend this story!! I read 'hearts and flowers border' not long ago and it's a fascinating story!! Now Fingersmith came up with another just as good. Different from her first attempt to fiction this one sounds rather dark and spooky, makes one wonder that with a flick of the wrist your everything can turn to nothing. And even so the characters get drawn to one another by something more powerful, to finally walk out of the dark. Wonderful! Wonderful story! Perfectly written! I totally disagree with tarvvy, it's not boring at all. And it didn't seem long enough either cause when I reached the end I was somehow willing to have more to read. Well done, Fingersmith!! - Jo - May 5th, 2005    wow ! this story is so intense is really deep,,,I wish I can discribe my love life the way fingersmith discribe the love of these two women.....very powerful..so unique . Keep up the good work ....and this story deserves a sequel.... oh yeah!!! - arly - May 10th, 2005    Had to read this after I had read Hearts and Flowers Border. I loved it! Loved it. Scary at times, and kind of dark, but the main characters were excellently described and I felt like I was there. A thoroughly enjoyable read and I would recommend this to anyone. Couldn't put it down. Thank you Fingersmith and keep up the writing! Please! - Jenny - Aug 7th, 2005    What a delight! You've seen the references in previous comments to the "dark" nature of this tale, but for me there were hidden sparkling gems. References to American music, movies and cartoons(Scooby-Doo) with the interspersed English idioms such as "gob smacked" brought a smile to my face time and again! This is one talented author!! What a well-crafted, thghtly-woven story! Thanks yet again, Fingersmith, for sharing your wonderful imagination in such a stellar manner. - Therese - Dec 26th, 2005    Definetly a interesting read .A love story with a bit of spook involved.Read it youll understand.Gotta love Kate and Abbie.The characters are great. - Anonymous - Jan 5th, 2006    What a story! So many emotions in here and it scared the crap out of me at times too. This is so atmospheric and cleverly written. Well done, Fingersmith. Any chance of a sequel? - Vicky - Jan 17th, 2006    What a read! I read Beginnings first and then this. I was not disapponted. What fantastic characters. Makes me remember my teenage years well (ugh). Young love in all its uncertain glory. Priceless. - Nell - Aug-20-2006    OMG! This was an awesome story! Wow! - Anonymous - Sep-28-2006    I remember this story being n1 quite some time ago, but it never received it's little honorary medal. It's an amazing read and the author delivered to us a very original plot, as always. Go, Fingersmith. You have the biggest medal in your fan's hearts. - fingersmithfan! - Jun-05-2007    awww i love that you include new recommendations in the 'what's new' section! it makes me remember and return to the well-loved stories such as this one. just saw the latest one - amen to that!! this one leaves you in the state of complete breathlessness and an incurable case of warm fuzzies. Fingersmith never does anything halfway :) - Kat - Jun-11-2007    Another fantastic read from a wonderful writer,this is the second Xena uber story from Fingersmith. She has the abillity to place you rigth in the scene and take you along in her story, and make her characters realy real. If ya haven't read any of her story's this is a good place to start. It's scary, humores and well....hot. Ya wont regret it. - Callisto - Feb-07-2008    It's fingersmith's stories that make us keep coming back for more online fiction. Where else would you read a story such as this? Try one of her stories, and I guarantee you'll come begging for another one. - calabria - Feb-08-2008    Good story and characters. Though the best thing about this story is the wonderful way the language is used. Very nice. Embellished without being opulent. - Ape - Feb-15-2008    Great story!!! Lots of hot, hot, scenes. I usually don´t read stories with "ghosts" but... this one changed my mind. - Yavanna - Aug-27-2008    A very intriguing story of passion that outlasts death. This one's Hot. - wasabigirl - Oct-05-2008    Fantastic story and great characters. I love Fingersmith's style of writing sometimes cynical but also hilarious with a mixture of comedy and drama. Just wish it had been longer but still definitely worth a read! - Melikins - Oct-07-2008    Great story...I love the way you write. I wish this could have gone on and on. Very hot/steamy story. - Lea Ann - Feb-26-2009    Great supernatural suspence and intrigue. Fingersmith is particularly good at expressing the love between two characters, whether it be small subtle glances and touches, or full blown steamy action sessions. Be warned, this is hotter than hell. - Sai - Mar-12-2009    Excellent... as always. - yuka - Jun-21-2009    This was an awesome story. It had my heart racing and lodged in my throat because of the suspense and the detailed scenery and the emotions of the characters. (It also didn't help that I finished reading this a 2:30 a.m. I couldn't go to sleep for a long while because I kept seeing some of the images in the story when I closed my eyes) Anyway, excellent story!!!! This author never fails to thrill me. - Nikki T - Jul-24-2009    loved this, thx - 15a - Jul-31-2009    This story is highly recommended. is absolutely wonderful ..... recommend, high quality - Anonymous - Feb-21-2010    Good story, well done there. - Anonymous - May-17-2010    LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is my favourite by far! - Amanda - Aug-02-2010    Great read!!, I don't know how I miss this one. - brighteyez - Nov-29-2010    Dark and brooding. Interesting and different. - JC - May-07-2011    great story with lots of mystery.. very well written.. without the spoilers i would have hated the ending, though.. - xtra dog - Jun-10-2011    Fantastic! I love all Fingersmith's work and this being in the third person is just as good as anything else she has written. A definite read for anyone who loves a great story. PS What's with all the ads? Moderator? - LouS - Sep-04-2011    oops ... wrong one. This is a great one too, though. I meant to write this for Critical. - LouS - Sep-04-2011    Best story ever! Should be published! My favourite. Fingersmith is clearly a brilliant and talented author. Thank you for sharing your stories with us. Can't wait to read more! - Amanda - Oct-27-2011    This is the BEST story EVER! Love Love Love Love. And in case I wasn't clear, I love this story. Fingersmith, you are amazing. :) - AC - Nov-29-2011    OMG OMG OMG i loooooooved this story!!! Definitely one of my favorite ubers of all!!! It drove me crazy with suspense and nearly mad with questions. I laughed till i cried, and sometimes cried with sadness and anger. Kate and Abbie's ancestors' stories broke my heart with the injustice and painfulness of it, but the love the two heroines share balances it.... barely. Overall an incredible story and one that won't soon be forgotten, neither characters nor the powerful message. Thank u thank u thank u. (ps the love scenes are epic. DO NOT read some parts of this at work or in public) - Max - Jun-12-2012    Wow! What a wonderfully well written love story.This tale has it all mystery, suspense and eternal love. Definetly recommend reading this author's work. - uber goober - Feb-06-2013

Fin de Siècle by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 37 pages | Finished | Nov-09
Charly Warde's life took a plunge the day she found out her parents had died. Everything seemed to stop existing. Working in a dead end job, Charly meets a strange woman - a woman she believes is in her imagination. But is there something more to this woman than meets the eye? Could there be an element of the supernatural surrounding her? Or is Charly losing her mind?
How come no one has reccomended this yet? Fingersmith is at her usual superb form with this delightful story, once more engaging her readers to think about life and love with a supernatural twist. READ IT NOW!!! - Revalis - Dec-10-2009    Once again Fingersmith has blown me away. This is a fantastic tale written beautifully. Passionate and enthralling, you will not be disappointed by spending time to read this. Definitely time well spent. Enjoy. - CH - Dec-12-2009    I was so excited to see a new story by this wonderful author. It's truly hard to hold out waiting for her new work. Thank you, Fingersmith, for yet another excellent story. You truly are a very talented author. - Anonymous - Dec-12-2009    I cannot deny it. Fingersmith is my favourite British Author. Everytime I read a new short story or novel, I read her with a total dedication. I'm fully devoted to all her work. Why? You should ask. There is something on her way of approaching to the reader that appeals to me. It's a connection. When she tells the story, the reader is involved since the first paragraph. You could say it's like a magic spell. As for me, in spite of being under such a spell, I find Fingersmith a very good author who knows how to transmit and how to get you. "Fin de Siécle" is a great story that keeps you intrigued until the end of it. What else can you expect? Heaven maybe? - Towanda - Jan-02-2010    Brilliant, as usual. Darker than Fingersmith's usual stuff, but totally captivating. - Megan - Feb-05-2010    Absolutely perfect, as usual. This write just begs to be read. - Holly - May-30-2010    An excellent read. Love the style of writing and the characters in this piece. Fingesmith's story telling seems to seep under your skin and make you feel the narrator is talking to you. The only downside is I wanted more. - Laurie - Aug-02-2010    Excellent. Very well written. Recommended. - Lyn B - May-08-2011    splendid mixture of humour and misery, philosophy, angst, love,.. loved this line: "Initially I thought it was my imagination, but then realised I didn't have one." pretty graphic too.. - xtra dog - Jun-05-2011    An excellent and intense story. Chilling, powerful, profound and romantic, Fingersmith creates a relationship between Helena and Charly that holds you until the last word. A lot of people have rated this highly and it deserves it. Read it. - Lyn B - Jun-18-2011    Fin is just wonderful. I love the creepy feeling throughout the story and the way everything falls together beautifully. Another amazing piece by an incredibly talented author. - Anonymous - Oct-27-2011    Brilliant.... absolutely brilliant. - AC - Nov-29-2011    Very interesting if somewhat morbid tale. Still all in all a well written story worth taking the time to read. - uber goober - Feb-07-2013

Hearts and Flowers Border by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 151 pages | Finished | Mar-05 Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #09 in 2005, #24 in 2006, #70 in 2008     Top-25 #1.
A visitor from her past jolts Laura Stewart into memories, some funny, some heart wrenching, but she needs to deal with all of them before she can open the door to allow her past to shape her future.
If you havent read this story yet...I can only say one thing: READ IT!!! And read it now!! Figersmith just striked me as a fantastically gifted writer! And this is her first attempt to fiction...go figure! It's a wonderful story... sweet, funny, with such captivating characters that we all can relate to. It is very well writen and it can reach anyone's heart with so much joy. It talks about lost love - a theme that can strike a chord in anyone who went/goes through similar situations. And it also talks about love, friendship and all the emotions and fears and insecurities we all have at some point in our lives. Laura's character has an amazingly great sense of humor, being sarcastic at the right times, making you laugh no end. I really enjoyed this story so much, so I'd like to recommend it to anyone who hasnt read it yet. - Cris (aka Poppet) - Mar 30th, 2005    I couldn't wait to see this story on the Atheneaum just so I could recommend it! I agree whole heartedly with Poppet...the story is wonderful and it is fantastically written. I actually read this twice in under two weeks!! You will not regret taking the time to read this fabulous story and you'll fall in love with the characters. Asgard - Asgard - Mar 30th, 2005    I think I might have fell in love with this story. I was hooked from the first paragraph to the last sentence. I would recommend this to anyone who has had a broken heart. You won't be disappointed. - Meg - Mar 31st, 2005    You will love this story!!! From beginning to end, it keeps you on the edge of your seat and on a roller-coaster ride of emotion. It is fast-paced, with never a dull moment, and you will surely fall in love with the characters as much as I have! Fingersmith is a truly gifted writer - witty one moment, delivering mouth-watering angst the next, all culminating in a climax of fulfilled dreams and a happy, happy ending (which, come on, we all love!!). I especially love the fictional scenario of supposed unrequited love, then discovering the passion is fully reciprocated - and Fingersmith manages to convey all this exquisitely!! She is a true, raw talent, who I think we'll all hear more from very soon - remember where you saw her first!! And Fingersmith, if you're reading this - if you publish we'll buy your books!!! From your Number One Fan! - Julie - Mar 31st, 2005    A real roller coaster...I laughed (Fingersmith has a wicked sense of humour), and I cried (touching moments, well written) and I got horny!!!! (Fingersmith can write a mean sex scene!!!). All praise for this first time story, I look forward to many more. BTW if Fingersmith reads this I'd like to email her to congratulate and comment further, but it seems her email addy isn't working from the end of the story. - sapphie - Apr 4th, 2005    B-e-a-utiful story! a must Must MUST READ! - katrina - Apr 8th, 2005    This story is absolutely beautiful. The characters were believable and I couldn't help but become engrossed in the story. I loved it. I would reccommend this to anyone. But moreso to someone with a broken heart looking for a bit of hope. Or to someone who is love, but is afraid to say anything. No one would regret reading this story. I can't wait to read more from this very talented author. :) - MSAnderson - Apr 9th, 2005    this writer is ace a superb story that flows, love with passion, a must read. - fan of xena - Apr 13th, 2005    Wonderful, amazing, excellent! Fingersmith, you're the best! I can't wait for the next story! - leth cross - Apr 16th, 2005    Definitely, one of the best stories I've read on here. Fingersmith's "Hearts and Flowers Border" is truely amazing. The style of writing is enjoyable and the overall story is wonderful. I eagerally await another story. - lena - Apr 16th, 2005    Wow! What a story! I was captivated from the opening line and couldn't stop until I reached the end. This is definitely my all time favourite story on here. If you haven't read this ... it is a must must must read. Great characterisation and excellent writing. I need more! - Jenny - Aug 4th, 2005    Great story. When I started reading this I couldnt stop till I finished.You have to read this story I guarantee youll love it and the characters as much as I DID. - yinyang - Oct 2nd, 2005    Wonderful! Wonderful! Wonderful! When I finished reading this Holiday weekend, I realized I had consumed Fingersmith's stories in the reverse order they were written. It's a testament to her marvelous talent that her ability seems as polished in the first as it did in the last. Another wonderfully woven tale told with humor, insight, imagination and love. I am avidly awaiting the next story from this gifted author! - Therese - Dec 26th, 2005    I read this last too but it doesn't make any difference. Loved it! Loved the style the writer has used. Full of humor and emotion and I couldn't stop reading once I started. Thank you. - Vicky - Jan 17th, 2006    I absolutely loved every single word written....mind blowing. So much so, I went out and bought the book as Hearts and Flowers Border is now in paperback. Author is known as L T Smith, not Fingersmith. Loved the original version but holding the book in my hands and looking at the full version...was not disappointed. All of my friends have read it and all of them, and believe me there were quite a few, adored it whether they have read online version or not. Please give us more. I have to be your number one fan! - Jules - Jul-13-2006    Just loved the book. Wow - JK - Jul-16-2006    Simply terrific work from one amazingly talented bard! One minute I was laughing and then the next I had tears in my eyes. I've read hundreds of stories online and this one is certainly in a league of its own. Very easy to understand why this one has been published. Thank you Ms. Smith for this beautiful story. - Anonymous - Jul-29-2006    Can't believe I have only just read this. This is so beautiful, funny and addictive. Where have i been for the last year? If you want a great read don't miss this. - Lori - Jun-16-2007    Cant get enough of this..read it 4 times already. - leia - Jun-20-2007    Read this, it's simply funny, wonderful and it gives ya a good feeling. The characters are so cute, ya won't regret reading this or another story from this wonderful bard. So start reading it's very addictional. - Callisto - Feb-10-2008    Outstanding!! Read this story. - chatham23 - Feb-17-2008    Great story about love lost and found. Started in teenage years, lost and then reconnected later in life. - Anonymous - Feb-18-2008    Absolutely amazing story. I adore Fingersmith's writing style and the characters that the writer creates are heart stopping. This is the best story ever...funny, sweet, full of an love ridden angst that will charm you. Read it! - Anonymous - Feb-29-2008    This story from The Great Fingersmith is one of the best i've ever read in the fanfic verse. Very highly recommended. You mustn't miss this one. - Luie - Mar-23-2008    I abolutely loved this story!!!!!!!! Sequel please!!! - Xenangabfan - May-17-2008    I liked this story very much; can't believe it's a "first". Wonderful sense of humour is shown by this writer!!! Gotta run and read more! - ullahoo - Nov-13-2008    I was skeptical. Read it!!! - ElctrkXChc - Dec-19-2008    This is one of the best stories I've read in my life period!! This story has it all, including -- excellent sexy scenes, wit, and a GREAT story! Don't miss this story!!!!!!!!! - happykt - Jan-19-2009    One of the best stories I've ever read!!!! - happykt - Mar-27-2009    Ok... READ IT...READ IT... READ IT... READ IT... READ IT... READ IT! Probably my number one of all Fingersmith's beautiful work. - yuka - Jun-20-2009    Another great story from a totally awesome writer! Anything from Ms. Smith is more than worth reading! - Anne O'Nymous - Sep-28-2009    Love this story! - ttlle - Nov-08-2009    I read this hilarious and hot story in one sitting. Can't wait to read more of Fingersmith's stories! - Annazon Fox - Dec-06-2009    what an adorable romp - from abysmal misery to bliss, very witty writing, great story and hot sex, ... - Anonymous - Jan-24-2010    Sweetness, romanticism, sex, plus British humour : all in one. And there is more ! It's well written, with a style of her very own. Very gladdening. - M. D. - Feb-05-2010    Fingersmith has quickly become one of my favorite authors. Read any of her works, but especially Hearts and Flowers Border, and you will not be disappointed. - Anonymous - Mar-05-2010    Absolutely fantastic, as all Fingersmith's work! Love it! - Anonymous - Dec-25-2010    I had the pleasure of reading this fiction and i was amazed. This was one of the best pieces of literature i have ever read. Absolutely amazing and beautiful and funny. It made me laugh, cry, smile, all the works. - NaTChakramProd. - Apr-25-2011    as i am a teacher myself: very recognizable when it comes to how you address students.. lol.. very nice writing! - xtra dog - Jun-08-2011    Excellent! I love te personalities of all of fingersmith's characters. The humour in them are just brilliant. Love it. - Anonymous - Oct-27-2011    Great story, well told. Wouldn't mind a sequel. - SOOPI - Apr-03-2012    Very good Author! All the stories I've read by her have been incredible and well worth taking the time to read. - uber goober - Feb-15-2013    I've read this story at least 20 times and it is a pure delight EVERY SINGLE TIME! Run, don't walk to fabulous, fun, romantic and epic story of love. - happykt - Apr-13-2013    Love this story. - Anonymous - Nov-28-2013

Miracle by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 246 pages | Finished | Jan-08 Honors/Awards:  #31 in 2008     Top-25 #1.
There are always two sides to every story. Well, actually there are three. Yours, mine, and more importantly, the truth. It all depends on what you want to believe, want to see, and who to trust. After years of not taking responsibility for her actions, Stephanie Stevenson realises she has become the woman she never wanted to be. Quitting her job as a reporter, she moves to Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, in an attempt to start over. Four years later, a beautiful woman moves into the cottage next to hers. Could she be the answer to Stephanie's prayers? Or will the arrival of her new neighbour dig up the reporter's past? A past Stephanie believes is best left buried? Erin Mason is not the average woman-next-door. She, too, holds secrets that are craving to raise their head once again. Could Stephanie be the one to unlock the memories? Or is it the other way around? Two women: one story. Their story.
A story that will keep you up reading, a story about love and life. Written with the usual Fingersmith wit, full of twists and turns, you can't help but fall in love with the characters and feel their happiness and pains. Thank you for everything. - E.M. - Jan-07-2008    Wow yet another fabulous story by this gifted writer. Only thing to say is holy shit well done story. well worth waiting for - Anonymous - Jan-08-2008    Fingersmith's writing is always delightful, funny and charming and this story is no exception. I heartily recommend it! - micah6 - Jan-08-2008    GOOD STORY, WELL WRITTEN. LOTS OF ANGST. LOTS OF HOT STUFF AT THE END. KEEPS YOU READING. ONCE AGAIN A WONDERFUL READ FROM THIS AUTHOR. - Anonymous - Jan-09-2008    Great story, laughed so hard about the Reggie. - shk - Jan-09-2008    Once again and amazing read and I couldn't stop when I started. Fantastic characters, a brilliant way of writing (as usual, laugh out loud funny, and a definite must read. It is the kind of story that makes you keep going back, and I will be reading it again now. - Maggie - Jan-11-2008    Definitely an absolutely wonderful story. I loved to read about both sides of the story und it made me laugh very much very often. Just the right amount of everything. Thank you very much for this lovely story! - Ines - Jan-11-2008    Congratulations to Fingersmith for her latest # 1!!!! Miracle is a wonderful tale that will make you laugh and melt your heart! A definite must read! - Opus - Jan-16-2008    Another top story, well done Fingersmith beautifully written, a funny romantic tale at it's best. - WSM - Jan-17-2008    Brilliantly written. Hillarious, poignant, tender, righteously indignant, colourful. You will NOT want this one to end. But it does, and wonderfully so. - Hoback - Jan-20-2008    This story grabs your heart from the very beginning. It's funny as all Fingersmith's works and even better, tells you a good original story. Dialogues are simply perfect to me. What are you waiting for? - Towanda - Feb-03-2008    A must read, love reggie the farting dog... - Callisto - Feb-05-2008    This was an awesome story. Fingersmith has a wit that just keeps me laughing, yet so involved woth the story I can't put it down. Though this one took me two nights to read it is on my list as one to re-read, and re-read. - Robin - Feb-18-2008    I loved this story! I laughed so much at the characters interpretation of events, It is so like real life. I would love a dog like Reggie, apart from all the farting. Keep it up! - Harrie - Sep-23-2008    Amazing. Funny. Hot. Can't stop reading. Want more. You must read it. - Me - Nov-20-2009    i normally don't go for blood and gore stories, but this was a nice one.. :) - xtra dog - Jun-25-2011    As usual, loved the wit. Fingersmith youre a nut :D - M - Feb-04-2013    An excellent story.Made me laugh out loud a few times. - uber goober - Feb-25-2013    I really enjoyed this authors writing style. It's refreshing and at times really funny and yet sometimes you want to shake the characters out of there never ending thoughts. Speaking of which....I guess I'm normal...I never stop thinking myself...even random things. I always wondered if other people had an never ending dialogue running in their head. Any hoo...its worth the read. Great first person narrative. - katie of Ohio - Mar-26-2013    Tryed to read this story just couldn't keep at it the writing style just recked my head sorry - Anonymous - Jun-19-2016    Loved this story. Loved the way it was written. A must read - Anna28Carm - Oct-25-2016

October by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 48 pages | Finished | Jan-07 Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #99 in 2007, #95 in 2008     Part 1 of the October Series Series List: October, October: Part Two
Libby Armitage doesn't believe in things that go bump in the night. She also doesn't believe that Jennifer Darby and her have anything in common. But a night vigil at the Falstaff Experience is enough for her to doubt more than her sanity.
Fingersmith is once again showing us how excellent a writer she is. Thank you. - Cheekygit - Jan-04-2007    If you haven't read this, read it. It is amazing, and you won't be disappointed. Very good story line, creepy yet romantic, and I was sad to finish it. Any chance of a sequel? Please say yes. - Beki - Jan-04-2007    Fingersmith ahs to be the most talented writer i have ever had the pleasure of reading. She has an amazing ability to be able to make you feel like you are there with the characters as their stories unfold. Brilliant as always. I wish i could read Fingersmith forever. Every single one of her stories are amazing. THANKYOU !!! - Sarah - Jan-15-2007    Absolutely brilliant! I have read all of Fingersmith's stories and they are all fantastically addictive. I want a sequell! - Revalis - Jan-21-2007    This story was a lot of fun, and ranks right up there with Dwelling in the past. Good on ya, Fingersmith. - Dragn - Jan-23-2007    FANTASTIC WONDERFULLY WRITTEN - Anonymous - Jan-07-2008    This like all of Fingersmith`s stories is a cracker! Would love to read a sequel!! (hint,hint)I recommend each and everyone of her stories, loving the drama, angst,romance nad especially the humour ( been a northern lass myself, I find myself rolling about with laughter - keep it coming) Make time in your busy schedules, do yourselves a favour and read fingersmith`s works - you will not be disapointed!!! - jellyhead - Jan-16-2008    Again a wonderful story, creepy but as all her other story's ya wont regret reading them. I would love a sequel....pretty please with sugar ontop? - Callisto - Feb-07-2008    A great story - things that go bump in the night indeed. Not recommeded for before bedtime reading for those suseptible to ghost stories :) - Georgia - May-18-2008    An excellent story, and I can wait for the second installment. Once again a rivoting read from Fingersmith. - katie - May-30-2008    talk about mesmerizing!! if it had been a movie, i would have been sitting at the edge of my seat! this story is so well written i can't find words to describe it. perfect for a "twilight zone" episode. it's scary and holds your attention til the end. i'm not into scary or horror stories, but i highly recommend this piece. kudos!! - vicam - Aug-27-2008    Excellent - I love everything you write. - Beth - Sep-04-2008    I love Fingersmith stories! Read the first part and afterwards this one! She's fantastic! - Irene - Dec-19-2008    terrific story. i hope that themis/thelma gets her happy ending. - kc - Jul-05-2010    I love this story - very creepy and intense with excellent style and characters. I also have read the second part and as I said, an excellent story. Well done. - immie - Oct-10-2010    AAHH! Your stories are amazing!! This one made me almost 'crap my pants' as your characters so eloquently say. It was scary and wonderful and just fantastic! Loved it! - Anonymous - Feb-04-2011    A very engaging and enthralling tale of the past meeting the present.I really like Fingersmith's writing ability.Definetly has the gift of the muse. - uber goober - Feb-26-2013    Sometimes I forget how much I love her stories. I would love to read more. Thanks for all that we have. - Carolyn - Oct-23-2016

October: Part Two by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 55 pages | Finished | Dec-08 Part 2 of the October Series Series List: October, October: Part Two
Read October part one before reading this one! Well worth it! Excellent job, Fingersmith! We love you! - Irene - Dec-19-2008    An excellent conclusion to the first story October. Excellent characters and story line - you will be sorry to finish it. I was. If you haven't read it, read it now. - CH - May-09-2009    I thought this was a really well thought through and fitting conclusion. Good to see the characters again. - immie - Oct-10-2010    Once again Fingersmith delivers a very entertaining and enjoyable tale. - uber goober - Mar-05-2013

Once by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 173 pages | Finished | Aug-06 Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #53 in 2006, #50 in 2008
She said she'd love me forever. But forever is a long time, as Beth Chambers found out. It always is when you're with the wrong woman. Once is her story.
I loved this one! It's simply superb!! Another magnificent story by Fingersmith! A must read indeed! Believe me, this one will make you laugh out loud so many times!!! And it will make you cry, will make you think. Such a delight and reflective at its best. You won't be disappointed!! It's just so easy for us to judge, blame, set rules to what's right or wrong, when everything is so relative. And that's one of the things this story embraces so well. It makes you see things from a different perspective, look at the bigger picture. And to quote the Author (if I'm allowed to :) ... ''Whether you feel the victim or the offender, you might in fact be a little of both.'' Fingersmith you are truly gifted! I've already bought 'hearts and flowers border' and beside it in my shelf is a special place reserved to add all the other books you'll publish! Congratulations! You've done it again! :)) - Ann - Aug-21-2006    A fantastic read. Such depth of emotion and humour. Do not miss this story. It will make you think, laugh, cry and go back for more. The only bad thing was finishing it, as I wanted it to go on and on. Please give us more. Going to read it again now. - Anonymous - Aug-22-2006    I never leave feedbacks as Im not good with the words but I just felt obligated to say something after reading this story, so here is my short comment. It's sad, funny and deep. for some of you its just another great story but I'm sure for many it will be very similar to they own experience. So read, think and stand up for yourself. Thank you bard. - Anonymous - Aug-25-2006    Do not miss this story! It's funny, deep, filled with romance and emotions, and it makes you look at yourself and think. What a fantastic read! - Laura - Aug-26-2006    Absolutely wonderful piece of writing. This is so well written. It is full of emotion, laughter and everything else that makes it a damn good read. Can't wait to read more from this author. - Sophie - Sep-06-2006    I have just finished reading this story and have to say what a talented author. I laughed, cried and felt everything the narrator did. I will be definitely checking out her other work over the Christmas break. What a way to spend Christmas! - Trish - Dec-16-2006    I have just read this for the third time, and I can guarantee I will be reading it again soon. So much emotion here. Like all Fingersmith's work, there is a message here for us all. I LOL many times, but then I just sat and thought about how we live our lives. Excellent work - Tina - Jun-08-2007    Again wow what a wonderful reading experiance this story is, like all other story's from this bard you will experiance emotion, humor and be giving something to think about. What i find amazing about this bard is that in one way or another you will be very emphatic with the narator because what she goes thrue all of us have at one way or another been gone true. That makes her characters so real. Fingersmith does not dissapoint and neither will the reader be so go on and read this little jewel. - Callisto - Feb-11-2008    This is a story that begs to be read again and again. Fingersmith has a style and grace that is all her own. Seriously one of the best stories ever...laugh-out loud, sensual, and with characters that warm your soul. Read it, I promise you'll want more. - Anonymous - Feb-19-2008    I loved this. So full of everything a fantastic story should be made up of. Solid characters, brilliant structure, humour, sensuous, and most of all, thought provoking. Like all Fingersmith's works - you don't want to miss this. - KH - May-30-2008    Beautiful. Funny. Enchanting. Don't miss this. - Casey - Jun-29-2008    This was such a heartwarming and surreal story.I cursed,cried and laughed, well done Fingersmith... very well written as is all your stories. - Natalie - Sep-06-2008    Charming & witty & kept me up way past my bedtime. ;0) - Anonymous - Sep-08-2008    What a brilliant story. Laugh out loud funny but also something to make you think about life. Makes me appreciate what I have. - TG - Sep-23-2008    This bard is good! She masters the use of the first person with such ease. It amazes me. She just catch you, hypnotise you... fortunately she does it for OUR own good! lol! TRUST HER... let her lead the trip. You'll enjoy yourself! - yuka - Jun-20-2009    it's insightfull, fun and exciting.. i surely recommend this story.. - xtra dog - Jun-18-2011    as in other stories by this author it starts in a very funny and witty way.. you just can't help but being sucked into the story.. very insightfull too.. - xtra dog - Jun-19-2011    A great story that reminds us that we all deserve to find that one love that makes us feel whole and complete, and if we don't find it at first, to not give up and keep looking til we do because life is too short to settle for mediocrity. - uber goober - Mar-16-2013

Puppy Love by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 70 pages | Finished | Sep-12
Ellie Anderson had given up on love. What was the point of letting someone in when all they would do is leave? Her life was spent working and dodging the matchmaking skills of her sister, Abbie. Then she met Charlie, a gorgeous brown eyed Border Terrier who was in need of love and a home, prompting Ellie to open the doors to feeling once again. However, she isn’t the only one who has fallen for the pup’s charms. Emily Carson is her rival for Charlie’s affection, thus starting what can only be classed as a working relationship. Question: By opening the doors for Charlie, is there room for anyone else in Ellie’s life?
Fingersmith is a very talented and creative writer who doesn't stop to surprise us with excellent stories. "Puppy Love" is another great read with engaging characters you don't want to miss. Fingersmith, thank you for all the good times I've spent reading your stories. It's a great talent you've got. - Anonymous - Sep-09-2012    Thank you Fingersmith for another great read. Missed your stories...welcome back. - Anonymous - Sep-11-2012    ahhh, thank you, Fingersmith! sucked me right in and kept me up too late, yet again, as usual! I've so missed your stories. glad to see you back. - Anonymous - Sep-11-2012    Another great read from Fingersmith. She's truly truly talented author. It's a great pity that the publisher of her books (PD Publishing) is soooo slow and even doesn't have e-books. I've bought three published books and I'll buy every book in future if they'll ever be released. The Athenaeum is a blessing to all the authors in this situation. Thank God we have it and thank admins for a job well done. NOTE FOR ADMIN: The rate button is not working for some of the Fingersmith's stories here. [Editor's Note: Some of Fingersmith's, as well as few other writers, have been the target of link bots hitting the rating link, so ratings have been disabled for those stories.] - zac - Dec-30-2012    Great story with a good moral and life lesson. Love is always worth taken a chance on. - uber goober - Mar-22-2013

Right Between the Eyes by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 45 pages | Finished | May-07 Honors/Awards:  Perennial Favorite Award: #59 in 2007, #17 in 2008     Two-Time Top-25 #1.
Sport's Day. The day Katie Clarke met the beautiful, yet desperately annoying, 'Miss Jefferson'. The day that her life was turned upside down and inside out. The day that she realized that life could definitely throw the pleasure / pain theory into the loop. But is it a day in which she would repeat over and over again?
You are without a doubt my favourite author in the whole entire universe. I love every single one of your stories. No one gets to me like you do. So funny and touching and HOT! The way you write makes the story play like i'm watching a movie and the characters are as amazing as always. I love it. Don't ever stop writing. - Sarah - May-23-2007    What a brilliant story. So charming and funny rolled into one. I was going to mail the author, but the link doesn't seem to be work. Fingersmith. If you are reading this - I want a sequel! Thank you for a wonderful read. - CH - May-27-2007    An excellent story and well deserving a double number one. Very funny and very real. I was sad to finish it. Could there be a sequel here? Please say yes. - Laura - Jun-08-2007    i just love reading your stories. You truly are a gifted writer..Hope you write a sequel to this one - leia - Jun-16-2007    Laugh out loud funny. This is one excellent story, and extrememly well written. No wonder it reached number one twice. Hope it makes it a third. - zia - Aug-30-2007    You know, I never, ever laugh aloud. Except, evidently at Fingersmith's stories. They're all great. Thanks, FS, for a fantastic read. - Anon - Sep-01-2007    I have read every piece by this author that I can find - and it's still not enough. Fingersmith is an excellent author - I cannot say enough positive things about her work ... brilliant, funny, and absolutely fabulous! Thank you for gracing us with your art. - jaeygatsby - Jan-17-2008    This was a wonderful and funny story to read. I loved the narating, if there is gonna be a sequel to this story, I would love to read it. - Callisto - Jan-29-2008    LOL funny. Fingersmith is one talented bard. - Casey - Jun-29-2008    wonderful, wonderful - a very talented writer! - Anonymous - Aug-21-2008    fs has done it again! this is a charming and hilarious story that will warm your heart. it's written in first person and the author does a wonderful job of having the reader empathize with her. who hasn't had self doubts about a new love interest? if there's a sequel i'll definitely read it. don't miss out on this great read! - vicam - Sep-28-2008    Amazing!!! - ElctrkXChc - Dec-20-2008    Funny, witty, delighftul. - Anonymous - Jun-30-2009    this story is a joy to read. smashing fun. - Anonymous - Jul-23-2010    Delightful and entertaining read! ^^ It could have been a little longer, but it was beautiful all the same. If you're looking for a story that will make you laugh and smile from the heart, read this. You know you won't be taking any risk, reading a Fingersmith's piece of work. She's one of the best out here. - yuka - Feb-02-2011    what an amazing story.. funny to the point of pissing your pants.. well, if the characters can crap their pants, i don't mind pissing mine.. i bet the follow up would be hilarious as well.. all the things that could go wrong at one specific day.. i'm sitting here, laughing, just thinking about it.. - xtra dog - Jun-19-2011    Another gem from Fingersmith that teaches the reader that love is worth fighting for even if it's just your own self doubts. - uber goober - Mar-24-2013    This was great fun and surprisingly heartfelt. I found myself laughing at my computer screen and truly enjoying the voice (I typically dislike first person). - Anonymous - Mar-24-2013

See Right Through Me by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 122 pages | Finished | Aug-08 Honors/Awards:  #39 in 2008     Top-25 #1.
Trust, respect, and love. Three little words - that's all. But these words are powerful, and if we ignore any one of them, then three other little words take their place - jealous, insecurity, and heartbreak. School teacher, Gemma Hughes, is an ordinary woman living an ordinary life. Disorganised and clumsy, it isn't long before she finds herself in the capable hands of the beautiful Dr Maria Moran. Everything starts wonderfully until Gemma starts to doubt the doctor's intentions, listen to the wrong people & listen to the wrong version & and begin to believe all she hears. But has Maria something to hide, or is it a case of swapping trust for insecurity, respect for jealousy, and finishing with a world of heartbreak and deceit? Can Gemma stop her actions before it's too late? Or will she ruin the best thing to happen in her life?
Very enjoyable read! As with all Fingersmith's stories, very much a LOL tale. TMBx??? That was a new one for me. - Nancy - Aug-11-2008    The story is really as good as it gets and a bit more than that. Few people are more talented than fingersmith, and it is proven by both the originality and longevity of her stories. - Irene - Aug-13-2008    I love the style of writing from this author, and it has become her trademark. Believable characters and story, and the reader readily engages with the life of the narrator. Another well written tale from fingersmith, with laugh out loud scenes, and parts that will make us think. - KT - Aug-13-2008    Fingersmith has just given us as a present "See Right Through Me". The gift is not only another novel. It's not a tale. I should say, it's a fable. Fingersmith started a Fable Serie with "Once", later with "Miracle" and now with "See Right Through Me". I think that she's become a Writer of Fables because she prepares us for the story and she gets to a number of conclusions that make us think and very seriously how to face our relationships and how to improve. In the meantime, Fingersmith takes us through a path of good writing. Always welcome. Always satisfying. What else can we ask for a good story? - Towanda - Aug-13-2008    Another great story from the English Bard; gotta laugh and gotta cry with this gal.compulsive reading,thank you Fingersmith. - xenagirl - Aug-15-2008    A well deserved number one for this story. Fantastically funny but also makes you think about life, love and relationships. Can't wait for the next work from this bard. - claire - Aug-19-2008    A wonderful story. This deserves the number one slot. Excellent read. Don't miss this. - Anonymous - Aug-19-2008    Fingersmith is one of my favourite Authors. All her stories are brilliant, and See Right Through Me is yet another great story to add. Love it! - Amanda C. - Aug-19-2008    Another great story from this English Bard. I enjoy her work so much, but I confess that I have to keep a british slang dictionary site open when I read her work. Who knew that there is really a word 'shite'. - wasabigirl - Aug-22-2008    A fabulous story that keeps you reading, laughing and thinking. Like all Fingersmith's work, this one is definitely not one to be missed. If you haven't read it yet, what are you waiting for? - Harrie - Sep-13-2008    What can I say? It's the WOW! factor all over again. Riveting! - Anonymous - Nov-02-2008    Fingersmith...how I wish I can meet you personally. I like your sense of humour in this story. Hillarious at first. See Right Though Me is well entertaining story. - easteden - May-26-2009    Hilarious and thought provoking, like the majority of Fingersmith's works. Can't wait for this to be in print, as it will take its place with the rest of her books on my bookshelf. Keep up the writing. We need more of your stories to entertain and delight us. - Gemstone - Sep-19-2010    Love this story, can't wait for it to be published. You are Brilliant. - Anonymous - Nov-11-2010    I havenever laughed so much with a story before. God this was funny and very well written. Brilliant work, Fingersmith. - Anonymous - Oct-27-2011    Once again another gem from the pen of this very talented writer. - uber goober - Apr-17-2013

Still Life by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 153 pages | Finished | Sep-12
Jess Taylor's idea of a good night was an early one, preferably with a good book. After breaking off her relationship with female lothario, Samantha James, she decided that she doesn't want to expose herself to another cheating partner. Staying at home, alone, suited her just fine. Well, until her best friend, Sophie Harrison, decided that it was time to get Jess back into the human race once again. This comes in the shape of a Still Life art class at the local college  and more importantly, in the beautiful form of the art teacher, Diana Sullivan. This is the story of how art can bring two women together. But the question is  is it strong enough to make a masterpiece? And can Jess overcome her fear of being used once again?
Another one of Fingersmith's excellent stories with enjoyable plot and great characterization. Highly recommended. - pegi - Sep-09-2012    Great story. - zac - Dec-30-2012    i generally dislike stories written in first person.. but fingersmith's stories seem to be the exception.. maybe it's the way she engages the reader to react, form an opinion.. maybe it's the way she incorporates humor into her stories.. not via situations, but through the use of language.. whatever the reason, fingersmith's stories always captivate me.. - xtra dog - Jul-25-2014

Unspoken by Fingersmith     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 18 pages | Finished | May-07 Honors/Awards:  #87 in 2007
Rachel Thompson spends most of her time in the library. Not really the setting most people envision as romantic. But a chance meeting with a fellow researcher leaves her wanting more than old books. Maybe it was time to lift her head out from under the dust jacket and face real life.
Absolutely brilliant as always! Made me grin like a maniac and would be a good story for a sequel. - Revalis - May-24-2007    I loved this short story. Believable characters, funny and very hot. One thing I can say is I will never see a library in the same way again. Thank you, again, fingersmith. You are the best. - CH - Jun-03-2007    Once again Fingersmith has written an excellent story. I want more of this. If you haven't read it, read it now. You are missing a real treat. - Sadie - Jun-08-2007    Short and sweet, but with humor too. Love the style of writing and the characters in this. Like Right Between the Eyes, this one is definitely worthy of a read. Well done, fingersmith. You have me hooked. - zia - Aug-30-2007    I loved it...really cute. wish it was longer :) - Yani - Jan-30-2008    Funny short story, makes ya put a visit at a dull libary in another perspective....... - Callisto - Feb-10-2008    What a wonderful little tale! Downright hilarious with a brilliant style. Any chance of a sequel? - Gemstone - Sep-02-2010    I liked this story. Very well written. Recommended. - Lyn B - May-06-2011    very recognizable.. have had similar things happen to me in the library.. honestly.. some teenagers have asked me where to find books, elderly males have rubbed up on me, some very attractive women have made too much noice.. after reading this story i can't help feeling i have missed out on something.. can''t quite put my finger to it, though.. - xtra dog - Jun-05-2011    You gave nice ideas here. I done a research on the issue and laernt most peoples will agree with your blog. If you try to do everything and don't sleep, you are going to be so exhausted in the weeks after birth that you can not care for your baby properly.VA:F [1.9.7_1111]please wait...VA:F [1.9.7_1111](from 0 votes) - YHQNbYMzdXOXX - Apr-08-2012