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Journey's End by LJ Maas     

Conqueror | Ancient | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 100 pages | Finished | Honors/Awards:  Fan Favorite In The Category Of Xena & Gabrielle.     Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP                Part 1 of the Conqueror Series Series Series List: Journey's End, Petal of the Rose (The), Time's Fell Hand
This Conqueror series is the exception to my rule of not reading conquerer stories. Deep and complete characterizations. A storyline that never quits providing suspense and suprises. Every new story is a gift, and an invitation to jump on the rollercoaster with the characters as they encouter the challenges of their relationship and their world. Thanks, LJ for checking your spelling and grammar and painting word pictures that stay with you for years afterward. (And thanks for truly steamy sensual scenes with that splash of hot sauce (kink).) - amy beltaine - Oct 26th, 2004    The best story about The Conqueror! LJ Maas, yours stories became you unforgettable! Rest well. - Leth Cross - Nov 1st, 2005    Truely one of the best. Although I never met you I felt a connection through your brilliant work. You will be sadly missed. Sleep well. - Sai - Nov 1st, 2005    the greatest conqueror series ever written. thank you LJ Maas for sharing with us your gift and imagination. - blazinangelwings - Nov 2nd, 2005    LJ MAAS, I always loved your name. It stood out, as did your stories. My only regret is that I think I only 'fed' you once or twice for your great output of works. I'm in the process of re-reading all of your works in your memory. Thank you for giving us more than the series was willing to do. If there is ever a reincarnation of the series via whatever vehicle 'they' choose, I'm sure you'll have had something to do with it. I hope Rob Tapert et al did read your work along the way. Peace, sister. - Anonymous - Nov 4th, 2005    Absolutely hands down my favorite story of all time. I've lost count of how many times I've read it. Well written, great character depth, and a story line that grips you. Read it...it will keep you riveted. - Psyche - Feb-09-2008    I have read about 80% of all the conqueror stories out there and let me assure you that this conqueror trilogy from LJ Maas is the best. There is a lot of romance and love scene included in a tightly woven plots filled with suspense, twists and turns. I've read all three stories at least twice. Be ready for thrilling adventure but don't forget a packet of tissue as well. The characters totally captured me and I was so drawn to them as a person. The story will leave you absolutely breathless. A must read. PS : - the love scenes are really good too :) - xiu - Feb-10-2008    I like to read Conqueror story's and this trilogy from LJ Maas is definetly a recommended read if ya like the Conqueror. It has a wonderful plot and some verry cute characters. And although this is suppose to be a Conqueror story there is a lot of tissue moments and romance too. - Callisto - Feb-10-2008    This is absolutely one of my favorite stories. I reread it at least once a year. If Xena had become the Conqueror this the kind of ruler she would have been. - CherylA - Feb-10-2008    this trilogy is just awesome. - Rangeela - Feb-13-2008    Although a voracious reader of fanfic I am not fond of the conquoror genre. This series has come so highly recommended and I was a fan of "The Queen" series that I thought I would give it a try. I was not disapointed. The series was gripping, well written and enjoyable. LJ states that it is not typical of a conquoror story, but if you are a fan of this genre, or if like me are a bit reluctant I encourage you to try it. I am only sorry that I was not able to tell LJ how much I enjoyed her work, and that she was taken too soon as she had stories still to write and life to enjoy. If the dead can hear your thoughts I am sure that LJ has heard many people thank her for her wonderful work. Rest easy. - Elaine - Feb-17-2008    Excellent!! - Balmain - Mar-03-2008    I can't help it. I return to this story again and again. - calabria - Mar-05-2008    These stories by this talented writer are truly what the Conqueror would have been like if ever came about. Your stories LJ will live on and because of that you will also live on. May you rest well and I truly believe the dead can hear our thoughts. Peace to you and yours. - Nicole - Apr-11-2008    This is the first Conqueror story I've read. I was really surprised at how good it was and steamy....WOW and I do mean WOW. I have read all of LJ's other stories and enjoyed the immensely. She has a way of grabbing you from the staet and never letting go. THe when you finish' all you want is more. Without all the recommendations, I seriously doubt if I would have taken the time to read this story. So thank you readers. And thank you LJ for sharing your words with us. - Nancy - May-09-2008    Simply amazing - corey - May-16-2008    I started to read this series three days ago, and I was so entranced that I couldn't stop until I had read every page of every book. Now, I am left speechless by how amazingly good this series is, and touched beyond words that the world of FanFic has made it possible to share in the dreams of someone who has gone on before us. I am humbled. Thank you, LJ, thank you. - jaeygatsby - Jun-13-2008    LJ was a master. This story is one of her best. - sumner - Jul-19-2008    This story and it's two companion pieces are my all time favorite story. Period. There has been nor will there ever be a better writer then LJ Maas. You are greatly missed LJ, but you live forever in your stories. Thank you! - Anonymous - Jul-22-2008    Awesome... - xardok - Jan-23-2009    This is the best author and the best series, ever! - Anonymous - Jan-28-2009    Amazing...my all time favorite Conqueror fanfic. Incredible, believable characters, hot hot hot. I'm so sad the author passed away, but she gave us a great gift before she left. Thank you. - Xenasgrrl - Jul-20-2009    This story is brilliant! So visual. Highest recommendation! - bromation - Nov-10-2009    This is by far the best fanfiction I have ever read for any fandom. (That is saying a great deal!) It is an amazing story to read and leaves you wanting more but more than satisfied with what you have. The characterization is incredible and the attention to detail in each plot is commendable. - Meg - Feb-23-2010    LJ Maas was one of the best, if not the best writers in all of Xena fanfic Her xharecters are well developed & very beleivable. Added bonus, she knows how to write a love scene. Her passing is deeply regretted. - Anonymous - Jul-04-2010    LJ Maas was one of the best, if not the best writers in all of Xena fanfic Her xharecters are well developed & very beleivable. Added bonus, she knows how to write a love scene. Her passing is deeply regretted. - Anonymous - Jul-04-2010    The best Conqueror series by far!! Your artistic abilities shine once more. Brilliant!! As in all your books, much research took place before the actual writing. I have been a great fan for many years and have enjoyed all your books. Your greatest legacy is the writings you leave to be enjoyed by many for years to come. We are all indebted to you. May your memory be eternal. - mine2give2u - Jul-14-2010    I love this story, Great Job - sassy123 - Sep-22-2010    As many have stated before: This is one of the best Conqueror stories out there. Recommended! - Whitney D. - Mar-09-2011    Like some of the reviewers here, I am not a fan of Conqueror stories. I gave this a try because I loved the author's other works. The perspective that the author takes on the theme is sophisticated and complex. The plot and character development are brilliant. The author's ability to write about sexuality is breathtaking - adventurous and sensual, yet deeply respectful of the characters and their love for each other. If you have not read the series yet, I am envious since it means you get to read it for the first time. - XenaLives - Sep-19-2011    Good tiiiiimes. I love this series more than the Queen Series. Can you believe it? So good. - Whitney D. - Oct-28-2011    Thafter spending an entire month of my free time going over the conqueror genre i have found the best nnn lj mass is a master. - Amanda - Jan-07-2012    one of the first conqueror stories i have ever read.. i like the fact that it's quite introspective and written in first person.. and as the author wrote in the disclaimer it is very graphic once they get going.. - xtra dog - Mar-22-2012    i've read this story a year ago and i want to rate it, because i loved it and i'm reading it again! 10 for this wonderful story! - braniac - Apr-28-2012    This was one of the best stories I have ever read she will be missed by me it makes me so sad to know that this great write is gone. Rest in peace great star. - Ebby - Dec-31-2012    This was one of the best stories I have ever read she will be missed by me it makes me so sad to know that this great write is gone. Rest in peace great star. - Ebby - Dec-31-2012    Even in death we can still hear your voice, thank you for your wonderful stories - Feralpixi - Mar-20-2013    *THE* best Conqueror Series ever. Thank you, LJ, thank you. Rest well and know that you are remembered. - Celise - - Anonymous - Jul-13-2013    I have read and retread these stories by LJ and it still breaks my heart that she passed at such a young age. May your star continue to shine bright and may your rest ever eternal. . - Nics - Aug-30-2013    LJ you will be truly missed. Yours were the first stories that not only brought joy in reading but allowed me to seek inner peace within myself. As a historian, I applaud you in your research in Ancient Greek culture and history. To all who come across this bard, I suggest you read all of her works. This is the best conqueror series to date. May you rest in peace dear one. - Chelle - Aug-12-2014    Such a gifted writer. An absolutely engrossing read. - Anonymous - Oct-10-2014    After reading so many excellent conqueror series, this still remains my favourite conqueror series of all. Superbly written, you feel the emotion, feel the moment, and you feel the attraction between Xena and Gabrielle till I actually shed real tears in some moments because of how masterful the author wields her words. Even rereading, I still get the emotional punch. Highly recommended! - Anonymous - Aug-05-2017

Meridio's Daughter by LJ Maas     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Drama | Novel - 190 pages | Finished | Apr-09 Cast: Nikki, Casey, Andreas Links: www.academyofbards.org
Tessa (Nikki) Nikolaidis is cold and ruthless, the perfect person to be Karê, the right-hand, to Greek magnate Andreas Meridio. Cassandra (Casey) Meridio has come home after a six-year absence to find that her father's new Karê is a very desirable, but highly dangerous woman. Set in modern day Greece on the beautiful island of Mykonos, this novel weaves a tale of emotional intrigue as two women from different worlds struggle with forbidden desires. As the two come closer to the point of no return, Casey begins to wonder if she can really trust the beautiful Karê. Does Nikki's dark past, hide secrets that will eventually bring down the brutal Meridio Empire, or are her actions simply those of a vindictive woman? Will she stop at nothing for vengeance...even seduction?
Tess is dangerously sexy, wonderfully charming and overwhelmingly noble. This story is all about the characters and the way the air shimmers when they are near each other. Electrifying and captivating. - Kerowyn - Apr-26-2009    *Possible tiny spoiler* Truly amazing story! Loved it....the end could've been a bit different tho - Nicole - Jul-05-2009    DAMN, LJ could write. Everytime I read one of her stories I wish she were still with us. - Lysia - Aug-19-2009    This is one of my favorite ubers, one I return to again and again. I envy you if you have not read it yet, since the pleasure of immersing yourself in this story awaits...don't put it off any longer. - xnalvs - May-03-2010    Loved the story, the only bad part is that I definitely have a hankering for authentic Greek food. Le Sigh... - MoSeS - May-04-2010    This is one of the first uber i've read and got me hooked in this genre of fanfics. LJ's stories are great and Meridio's Daughter is one of the best in the net ever. This shouldn't be missed! HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION! - luie - May-22-2010    Meridio's Daughter was the first LJ Maas novel I read. LJ's ability to weave a story filled with passion angst and love is truly unmatched. Well researched, beautifully written, and the Greek was spot on. "ah thee mou" If you have not yet read Meridio's Daughter, what are you waiting for? Highly recommended!! LJ, you were taken from us much too soon. You will be deeply missed by many. RIP - mine2give2u - Jul-23-2010    one of my most favourite story on this site. i've lost count of the number of times i read this fic and i get the feeling of reading it for the first time, every time. beautiful writing - most of us probably would wish we could all have a Niko for ourselves ;) rest well LJ. - viS - Sep-08-2010    LJ Mass was a great author. Another great job. - sassy123 - Sep-22-2010    Of all of LJ Maas' excellent body of work, this is my absolute favorite. She draws the main characters with expert strokes, and does an incredible job of putting you squarely in the culture of modern Greece as you follow an imaginative and exciting storyline with lots of action - both kinds ;) - xenalives - Aug-29-2011    Still remains one of my favourites. - Georgia - Sep-25-2011    This is a really good story. It's definitely one of the best Ubers around. - Anonymous - Mar-22-2013    This is a really good story. It's definitely one of the best Ubers around. - Anonymous - Mar-22-2013    Well done good story x - SD - Nov-20-2015

None So Blind by LJ Maas     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novel - 150 pages | Finished | Cast: Taylor, Torrey, Jessica, JT, Jess Honors/Awards:  #25 in 2008     Fan Favorite In The Category Of Romance.     Links: The Academy of Bards
I really have enjoyed this writer's Conqueror series. I was delighted to learn that she is equally skilled in writing an uber tale. Don't miss this one! - LDP - Feb 24th, 2004    This is one of my favorite stories. A true romance with real life issues and a very satisfying ending. A well written story that would do well to be complimented by a sequel. - RoxyTrek - Mar 7th, 2004    I must agree with Roxy here... a sequel is definately a must! There are few novels that i feel are worthy of a comment, and this is absolutely one of them! A marvelous storyline, i love how they transverse between past and present, the characters are so real... i find that i can easily picture them, which always makes a reading easier! I must say, i am a sucker for a good old heartwrencher, and LJ Maas has produced an excellent example. YOU WILL ALL HERE ME.... DO NOT GO PAST THIS NOVEL. READ IT READ IT READ IT READ IT READ IT READ IT READ IT READ IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Once again, a brilliant story. *applause* - Snuff - Mar 14th, 2004    This is my favourite story and i reccommend it to everyone! Pleeeeeease read this, it's a beautifl love story :) - Norja - Oct 23rd, 2004    LJ Maas is one of the great bards to come out of the xenaverse. All her stories have plot, suspense, intrigue, and a romantic relationship that is HOT and challenging, often with a splash of hotsauce(kink). All are spell checked and grammar checked, and use the just right words to convey her meaning. This one is a slight departure in that it focusses more on the internal lives of the characters and makes you wait and wonder about the relationship. Will they ever work it out? Will they get together? Definately a page turner! - amy beltaine - Oct 26th, 2004    Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Shyn - May 29th, 2005    This story and all of LJ's stories are living classics and eternal.We honor your memory when we read them. - keeperofwords - Oct 30th, 2005    This is one of my favorite storyes ever!!thank you LJ for soo many happy hours!! forever Rest in peace!!Godspeed - Cris - Oct 31st, 2005    LJ I hope you know how much your stories meant to all of us who read them .Thank you for them .We will all miss you . - Kim - Nov 1st, 2005    This story is one of the best I have ever read, heartwarming, loving and real, everyone should read it, should be a film, play & book, We will all miss your work, rest now xx. - LuvTigger71 - Nov 5th, 2005    Beautiful and moving. As always. Thank you. [*] - AquariusG - Nov 10th, 2005    It was the first long story I ever read and it's the best story ever! I've read it like 8 times and I still love it! It's so damn fantastic I can't even describe it with words - Leigh - Apr-02-2006    Wow!!! What can I say?! I just finished this story. It is absolutely one of the best I have ever read!! A wonderful, powerful story that should be read by all. Don't wait to read this...just make sure you have time because once you start, you won't be able to put it down. Enjoy!!! - loubug - Jan-06-2007    All of this authors writing are great. If you have never gotten a chance to purchase one of her books, you should. Rebecca's Cove is one of the funniest books that I have ever read. - michele - Feb-05-2008    I bought the book. - Marieke - Feb-09-2008    An absolute classic. - Rangeela - Feb-10-2008    One of the best storys I ever read. - Marty - Mar-08-2008    this was amazing. I spent my entire day at work reading this on my phone. I was captured immediatly and it was a simply breathtaking read. Wonderful! - corey - Apr-23-2008    LJ Maas stories are absolutely priceless and I go back to read them again and again. Sadly, I was told Ms. Maas passed away several years ago. I wish her eternal peace and if the dead can hear our thoughts "thank you LJ for gifting us with your wit and humor. You have left a wonderful legacy and it lives on and on...forever." - JC - Apr-24-2008    A story to read,it's simply wonderful,I really enjoyed it !!! It makes me laugh and cry at the same time !!! - Manuela - Aug-05-2008    L.J. Maas has once again created a work that touches our heart and soul. I never get tired of reading her work. Nitsche compared books to old friends, we never get tired of visiting them again. LJ's work will always be my friend. - MJE - Aug-12-2008    One of the best stories ever written!! - stachjay - Aug-12-2008    Conspiracy of Swords by Shadowriter .. its a long read but well done .. - Anonymous - Sep-07-2008    OMG!! I LOVE this story. Gotta to be the best, heart-tugging story ever! STRONGLY RECOMMEND this story. Has everything you need to brighten up your day with a moving story about a love that is profound and lasts forever. - NatKim - Nov-16-2008    I loved this story. It made me cry and I could not put it down. Great character development. No one should pass this one up. It is truly a gem. - Anonymous - Dec-08-2008    There are a few stories that are extremely special and leave a magical impression. This is one of them. LJ, you are missed. - purplehawke - Jan-09-2009    Love it instantly. This story just made me cry the first time I read it. And of course I reread it several times. Usually, I am not easy to impress but this book has made it. English is not my first Language, I guess the story is very touching universally. Love, friendship and dedication!. LJ Maas, you are always in my heart. - Tee - Jan-25-2009    I loved this story. It was sweet and poignant and I couldn't stop reading. - BardGirl - Mar-20-2009    i think: one of the best storys i've ever read... the third time...lol......the dead can hopefully read our thoughts...thanks lj - stitz - May-24-2009    I'll just say one thing to the readers READ IT. Then I wanna tell the authors she's a genius. You really are! This story is beautiful, truly, deeply beautiful. Thank you. - yuka - Jun-10-2009    Amazing story - beautiful, touching, moving. One of the best Ubers I have read. - Enverz - Jun-21-2009    link is broke. LJ's site is gone I think. [Fixed. 8-25-2009] - Lysia - Aug-20-2009    LJ's page appears to be gone. However, if you go to www.academyofbards and go to works listed by author, you can find a valid link to the story by clicking on LJ's name. All-time classic uber. I find myself loving to re-read it year after year. [Editor's Note: All links corrected. 8-25-2009] - Anonymous - Aug-23-2009    Link seems to be lost [Fixed 8-25-2009] - Georgia - Aug-24-2009    beautifully written! must read!!!! - Anonymous - Sep-07-2009    This story is one of the best, you will fall in love with characters flaws and all, cheering every step of the way. This author will be missed. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-11-2009    ANNALEIs STAMP OF APPROVAL - Anna Lei - Nov-05-2009    Amazing story. Just the way I like it. - Anonymous - Dec-27-2009    I loved this, an excellent story so will written I cried... thank you for a wonderful story, it filled my heart. - dragon_grrl - Jan-03-2010    ANNALEIs STAMP OF APPROVAL - This author knows how to write a love story. This tale would make cynic a believer once again. - Anna Lei - Mar-28-2010    I wanted to read this story some long time ago, like something always attracted me to it, but I wasn't able to read it until now...and my conclusion is that it is a beautiful story worth reading..do not miss this story, you are not going to drop it until the end...thanks LJ Maas - Lucian - May-05-2010    you know i have read almost every story posted on here, some i find lacking and others, such as this i find delightful and full of emotion. read it if you have not, you will not be disappointed in the least. - pickles - May-06-2010    One of the best stories I have read. I read the entire story on my phone in less than 12 hours and just wow. Simply the best. - Jane - Jun-30-2010    wow....i have been reading this for days and i was not disappointed...great story..i loved it!!! - bluebutterfly - Jul-02-2010    this is a lovely romance. i could not bear to put it down and read it relentlessly. that calls for a second, third... reading. - kc - Jul-05-2010    Great writers will never be forgotten... Thank you for sharing your gift! - Patty - Aug-23-2010    A wonderful read. One of the best stories that I have ever read. - Lyn B - Jan-03-2011    A story that never fails to put a smile on my face. Wonderfully done. - wt-ger - Mar-05-2011    I just love this story! Something wrong with the link, the rest of the story was cut off. - Anonymous - May-09-2011    Reading this author's terrific collection of stories over the years helped to inspire me to try my own hand at writing. I miss her imagination, wit and talent. This particular story is a true, sparkling Uber classic. - L.A. Tucker - May-25-2011    Great read, engaging characters... LJ thank you so much for all your stories. You are deeply missed. - pegi - Aug-25-2011    Sigh ... such a wonderfully romantic, beautifully written tale.Read it - you won't be disappointed. - Georgia - Sep-12-2011    LJ you are awesome!! Once you start you will put it down. - Sandy - Sep-19-2011    this story just does me in every time i read it.. and i always seem to come back to it.. whoever said romance is dead, must have been blind.. or just plain stupid.. - xtra dog - Mar-22-2012    Totally worth reading. Maas has the Midas touch. - Whitney D. - Apr-07-2012    Loved it! I'm pretty sure this has the makings of a mini-movie script. Some of the lines were hilarious and others were very thought provoking. Great read! - Anonymous - Jun-05-2012    beautiful story - Anonymous - Sep-09-2012    Broken link?? won't load past part 5 - Anonymous - Feb-19-2013    One of the best original fictions I've ever read. - Tee - Feb-19-2014    absolutely loved it! - antego - Apr-21-2014

Perfect Gift (The) by LJ Maas     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 22 pages | Finished | Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Aphrodite, Tai, Ares, Ephiny Links: The Academy Of Bards
I'm not sure many people remember this story. LJ took us on a roller coaster of emotions in all her works, especially in the Queen series. This is one of the best X/G stories. Thank you LJ! - Laura - Nov 1st, 2005    Awwww...very nice story!! - JC - May-17-2008    Wouldn't this be xena and not uber? [Corrected 6-3-2009] - Lysia - May-31-2009    A very nice story. A job well done. - sassy123 - Sep-06-2010    charming tale by the late great LJ. Wonderful to see Dite as something other than the brainless airhead she's usually depicted as. - Anonymous - Dec-07-2010

Petal of the Rose (The) by LJ Maas     

Conqueror | Ancient | Alternative | Drama | Novel - 200 pages | Finished | Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP                Part 2 of the Conqueror Series Series Series List: Journey's End, Petal of the Rose (The), Time's Fell Hand
You gave us so many hours of enjoyable reading. All your stories are the best! Thank you, thank you, thank you. You will be missed. - Fredrica - Nov 2nd, 2005    This is a very good story, if the erotic moments were taken out the story wouldn't be the same.. Very beautiful and awesome. - Xena Fan - Mar-13-2008    Absolutely perfect. We miss you LJ. - Anonymous - Jul-22-2008    I love this trilogy. Such a talented writer. I found that Chapters 17 and 18 were missing, or at least I could not find them. The links seem broken. I still intend to read the rest of the story, though. It is that good. - Candy - Sep-13-2010    A very well told story. Great job. - sassy123 - Dec-09-2010    Fantastic story! Loved it! - Bolly - Dec-22-2010    This one's even better than the first. Can't WAIT to read the third. - Whitney D. - Mar-16-2011    SEriously, really good story. It's better than the first one, as someone already said. READ IT. - Whitney D. - Oct-28-2011    in many ways i like this second story in the series.. i do havea dislike in this story as well.. the order of the rose?? okay, i can deal with that.. but the whole yu pan part rises my hackles.. it goes against everything that was told in the first story.. now, before everyone shoots me down, i said i like this story in many ways.. it was extremely well written, it gave a whole new schwung to a lot things, the characters were excellent (a grown up son with mommy issues), etc.. but the yu pan thing prevented me from completing the series the first time i read it.. i'm determined to finish this time though.. so, i'm off to read the final part of this trilogy.. maybe i will find that the yu pan debacle does make some sense in the end?? - xtra dog - Mar-23-2012    This is an wonderful series. A must read. - Beckek1 - Jul-25-2017

Time's Fell Hand by LJ Maas     

Conqueror | Ancient | Alternative | Drama | Novel - 300 pages | Finished | Honors/Awards:  Fan Favorite In The Category Of Xena & Gabrielle.     Links: The Academy of Bards    Chapter 16             Part 3 of the Conqueror Series Series Series List: Journey's End, Petal of the Rose (The), Time's Fell Hand
Sometimes it really pays to wait until a story is finished - even if the wait seems rather long. After re-reading the first two Conqueror stories of LJMaas during the week, I just spent the most enjoyable (and sometimes rather hot) weekend since (almost) forever reading TFH. I'm really looking forward to the sequel. THis story simply is a MUST read!!!! - romansilence - Jul 19th, 2004    Wonderful series. Thank you for all of the great reading hours you have provided us with. May you rest in peace knowing that you have contributed so much to so many people. We will miss you. - Anonymous - Oct 31st, 2005    In my opinion,there are two bards that pretty much set the standards for X/G fiction. Melissa Good with her Journey of the Soulmates series and LJ Maas with this series. The stories are brilliant,the charcters vivid and the experience is absolutely fantastic.If you're looking for something to read and you have the time, read them. You'll love them! - Rangeela - Mar-24-2008    The best fiction series ever written. The best author I've ever read. - Anonymous - Jul-22-2008    This series = the awesome! - Anonymous - Sep-11-2008    The best... - xardok - Feb-01-2009    its 4.24 AM. i just finished reading the story. and its great! i like how Grabriel's mind work in the last chapter. the epilogue surely did make me want to read the next story. I can't wait for the sequel. PLEASE UPDATE SOON! - rec - Apr-08-2009    Sadly, LJ is not with us anymore. My favorite Conquerer stories ever, and one of my favorite authors. I miss her..... - Anonymous - Apr-10-2009    These three stories are wonderful! They are loving and would have made a wonderful movie. - Starry - Jul-22-2009    please help.. the link to chapter 29 (off end of chapter 28) is not working, so you cannot access chapters 29-32. I have tried for a few months now.... outstanding story! just want to read it all.. thanks [Editor's Note: I was able to progress through the story - all 46 parts - without any trouble, with the exception of the link between chapter 15 and chapter 16. I'm uncertain where you are seeing a link to Chapters 29-32. On the Academy the story is posted one chapter at a time. I've added a link to Chapter 16 on the entry for the above story. 11-17-2009] - Anonymous - Nov-11-2009    You can use www.academyofbards.org/fanfic/l/lj_time29.html or just type in link chapter 28 Next Page Number (aka 29) :) - LeadOn - Nov-17-2009    If you read only one Conqueror story, let this be the one.It saddened me no end when I read that LJ was gone.It makes me treasure even more the body of work she left behind.RIP LJ; you will live forev er in our hearts. - Anonymous - Jul-24-2010    Great job. Very well done. - sassy123 - Dec-09-2010    sigh the 4th in the series is long gone i hope she will try to finish this series this is my favorite of all conqueror series. - Anonymous - Nov-17-2011    Good tiiiimes! - Whitney D. - Apr-07-2012    This is the third story in a wonderful series. A must read - Beckek1 - Jul-25-2017

Tumbleweed Fever by LJ Maas     

Original / Uber | Pre-1900 | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 125 pages | Finished | Apr-09 Cast: Devlin, Sarah Links: www.academyofbards.org
In the Oklahoma Territory of the old west Devlin Brown is trying to redeem herself for her past as an outlaw, now working as a rider on a cattle ranch. Sarah Tolliver is a widow with two children and a successful ranch, but no way to protect it from the ruthless men who would rather see her fail. When the two come together sparks fly, as a former outlaw loses her heart to a beautiful yet headstrong young woman.
Great story, from a great author. - mjf - May-03-2009    aw, such wonderfull story from a great author, this is a favorit story of mine - Eliane - May-07-2009    Love so far - but having probs getting to Part 2. Is the link working? [Editor's Note - 5-18-2009 - All of the links are working fine for us.] - suz - May-16-2009    LOVED IT!!! SEQUEL PLEASE!!! - CM - Jul-13-2009    I love a good urber western and this one is a classic. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-11-2009    a truly beautiful story... - BlueButterfly - Nov-20-2009    A really great story. Well done - sassy123 - Oct-16-2010    this story is a testament that you do not need explicit sex scenes to have spice. the characters, the pacing - terrific. that is some kiss. - kc - Oct-23-2010    Great story. The characters are authentic and the emotins are real! /32&( ;+~! - Amb - Jan-15-2012    this story seems familiar.. i wonder if i have read it before.. or a similar one.. anyway, i have one point of criticism.. wasn't it said in the beginning of the story that sarah was an only child, while later on she has an older sister?? - xtra dog - Mar-21-2012    One of the best books that I have read! I highly recommend it! I think I will even buy it. The characters are well written and the story line keeps you wanting to see more. Thanks for writing this lovely book! - Pixie8864 - Mar-26-2012    really good. try it out you won't regret it! - sandy - Nov-20-2012    Fantastic uber! Old west tales normally aren't my speed, but this one is definitely worth the time. Extremely well written and true to the time (well, outside of the same sex angle). Nicely done! Would love a sequel. - Stacia - Nov-20-2012    Not usually my type of read but took a chance and have to say did enjoy it xx - SD - Jul-15-2015