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Author has written 36 stories for Downton Abbey.

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You are the reason I believe in love by miss-ute and annambates reviews
Modern AU: 'When Anna Smith moves to London to start a new job, she has no idea how much her life will change...'
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 70 - Words: 211,901 - Reviews: 632 - Favs: 52 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 1/8 - Published: 10/6/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Coming Around Again by theglamourfades reviews
After losing his job at Downton Comprehensive, John Bates is attempting to rebuild his life. Former student Anna Smith is on the verge of small screen stardom. A school reunion brings new perspectives and second chances, bringing two different worlds together once more. Modern Anna x Bates AU. M rated from Chapter 12.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 32 - Words: 255,123 - Reviews: 259 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 82 - Updated: 10/26/2019 - Published: 8/1/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Snippets of Life by Kristen APA reviews
A set of 100 drabbles/ficlets about Anna and John, set anywhere from Series 1-6 and beyond into their future [Complete; S6 spoilers begin in Chapter 2]
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 22,934 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 3/3/2019 - Published: 9/4/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Winning Isn't Everything by digthatshizz reviews
Modern AU: John Bates is a football coach, an injury forcing him to retire from playing football at an early age. A visit from an old friend changes his life forever. Has John finally found something more important than football?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 50 - Words: 316,394 - Reviews: 525 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 2/17/2019 - Published: 12/28/2013 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S.
Heart of Mine by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
After going through a bitter divorce, the last thing John Bates is looking for is love. Upon arriving back in Downton to work with his old friend, Robert Crawley, John meets and falls for a lovely waitress named, Anna Smith. Anna is a single mother trying to escape and forget a troubled past. Will the two finally find the happy ending they are both searching for?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 32 - Words: 216,677 - Reviews: 447 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 176 - Updated: 11/13/2018 - Published: 2/2/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes]
Why Does She Love Me? by ke7ejx reviews
2:08-Christmas Episode from Mr. Bates point of view. What could he have been thinking on his wedding day and his trial and execution day? I credit this work to Carnival, Masterpiece and Mr. Fellowes. The original canon is a work of art and I have no desire to tarnish it. This is my first fan fiction and I hope that it pleases my fellow Bates/Anna fans. Thank you for reading.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 14 - Words: 40,406 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 11/6/2018 - Published: 5/27/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Performing in Harmony by drstacib reviews
Modern AU. When Anna agrees to help her longtime friend John avoid his ex-wife and navigate murky waters with his family, she never expects to realize she's not quite over her college crush on him. When it turns out that she needs his help as much as he needs hers, will either one of them be able to keep their feelings platonic? Rating change at Chapter 11.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 35 - Words: 195,232 - Reviews: 342 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 3/12/2018 - Published: 9/6/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Bus Stop by Awesomegreentie reviews
Inspired by the song "Bus Stop" by the Hollies.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 42,710 - Reviews: 201 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 9/5/2017 - Published: 5/1/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Southern Hospitality by BannaLuver reviews
Anna's work brings her to the Lonestar State. Will she find more then just southern hospitality?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 31 - Words: 137,016 - Reviews: 189 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 36 - Updated: 9/2/2017 - Published: 3/2/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC - Complete
Whenever I See Your Smiling Face by rjwritergirl reviews
Modern AU fic. Anna Smith teaches English at Levinson Academy. One of her students is Ruby Bates, she is the daughter of the Chief Inspector. John Bates. Anna, Ruby and John get close, but when hard times strike, will they be able to stick together or be broken apart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 41,308 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 66 - Updated: 7/26/2017 - Published: 12/17/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
Banna :) by miss-ute and annambates reviews
A series of drabbles written in response to the fic challenge, created by awesomegreentie and terriejane on Tumblr :)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 11 - Words: 23,270 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 5/6/2017 - Published: 6/13/2016 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Awake my Soul by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna Smith is 16 years old and has just been signed up for an arranged marriage. John Bates is an soldier who needs a wife to tend his home while he's off at war. Anna has always wanted to marry for love and it's love at first sight when she meet's John. But it's been reduced to a business transaction. When her husband comes home wounded is this Anna's chance to make him love her?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 25,848 - Reviews: 125 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 89 - Updated: 12/4/2016 - Published: 3/19/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC
Grounded by Lynn Saunders reviews
Modern Day AU, Coffee House Fic. Fluff? Probably. Based on a prompt from awesomegreentie. We started with a T rating, but who was I kidding? We promptly moved up to a strong M at Chapter 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 19,418 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 57 - Updated: 8/28/2016 - Published: 7/3/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Boot Room Chronicles by AshleighWrites97 reviews
My Baxley series, The Boot Room Chronicles. Baxter pulls Molesley into the boot room for a little chat and things progress quickly. T to be safe. Also, this was written before we found out Baxter's past in series 5, so it doesn't go along with the series 5 timeline at all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 12,463 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 8/2/2016 - Published: 11/13/2013 - [Molesley, P. Baxter] - Complete
Love Is An Actual Strength by theglamourfades reviews
Two hearts, finding each other unexpectedly, fighting through adversity, celebrating in joy - becoming one. Anna and Bates throughout their relationship, in scenes throughout the series of Downton (canon and AU), and how their love conquers all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 9 - Words: 26,093 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 6/12/2016 - Published: 7/5/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
He's Back by younaughtygirl reviews
"He was back. Her body told her so. It was singing with it." Giving the Bates' the love life they deserve. S 3, post prison. Enter at your own discretion.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 10,882 - Reviews: 101 - Favs: 44 - Follows: 48 - Updated: 5/30/2016 - Published: 10/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Come Fly with Me by LaLizi reviews
AU. John Bates' only way to divorce his wife and keep his company is to prove she is having an affair. Anna Smith of Carson's Private Investigators goes undercover on the case. What starts out as an infidelity investigation becomes much more and when John finds himself in serious trouble, Anna's skills and heart are put to the test.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 338,918 - Reviews: 318 - Favs: 60 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 5/4/2016 - Published: 1/11/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] [C. Carson, E. Hughes] - Complete
Asleep The Snow Came Falling by Katherine75 reviews
Modern AU. John Bates, an eclectic Artist and Dr. Anna Bates, a controlling surgeon meet on Christmas Eve while waiting for news about loved ones in the hospital. They are quickly captivated by one another's kindness and caring ways, but will their polar opposite lives prove to be too much chaos for a chance at real love?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 87,012 - Reviews: 192 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 1/31/2016 - Published: 12/26/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
To Have You Back Again by fuzzydream archive reviews
He had been gone for ten months, but it felt like centuries ago. For now, the memories would have to do. Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 5 - Words: 32,276 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 1/11/2016 - Published: 11/9/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Adventures in Solitude by katamarann reviews
Modern AU. The beginning of an affair of convenience and understanding. Anna Smith and John Bates are professionals who live on opposite sides of the globe. When they meet at a conference, things get personal too quickly, and they have to deal with the consequences of a seemingly casual relationship that neither of them was looking for. Prequel to So Long, Lonesome.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 18 - Words: 30,467 - Reviews: 266 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 69 - Updated: 12/4/2015 - Published: 5/4/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Written Desires by DowagerInTraining reviews
eady-of-old gave me the idea for this fic on Tumblr. John and Anna are reunited after his release from prison, but the cottage is not ready! Anna longs to find a way around their separation. John has other ideas, and begins writing secret notes to Anna during his copious free time. It's not M yet, but it will be... DISCLAIMER DA is not mine but it is fun to borrow!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 10,953 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 10/25/2015 - Published: 8/27/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
From Now, Until Forever by theglamourfades reviews
A ficlet for each episode - revealing a little more of what happened between Anna and Bates each step of the way, through the good and the bad. (Trigger warnings for Chapter 20 and 29.)
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 34 - Words: 22,897 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 9/16/2015 - Published: 9/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
The Business by fuzzydream archive reviews
Life is a risky business. Modern AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 45,205 - Reviews: 205 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 9/9/2015 - Published: 8/7/2015 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Whiskey, Wood & Bone by Gelana reviews
Bates and Anna au that takes place during the logging boom in the Santa Cruz mountains of California in the late 1800s. M for mature themes. It is really not as far-fetched as it sounds. Come on, give it a chance. You won't be sorry. Seriously. Read the reviews if you won't take my word for it.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 16 - Words: 85,689 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 8/20/2015 - Published: 7/8/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A long needed holiday by DowagerInTraining reviews
The strain is taking its toll on Anna's health and the Bates' marriage. Bates longs to be able to take her away, but where could they go? Daisy has the unlikely answer! Rated M from chapter 8! Set sometime post season 4. DISCLAIMER: Downton Abbey is not mine, but it is fun to borrow!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 20 - Words: 29,571 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 8/19/2015 - Published: 8/14/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
First Night at the Cottage by DowagerInTraining reviews
Sequel to 'Anna's Nightdress' in response to a request from a reviewer. John and Anna enjoy their first night together at the cottage, with a surprise for each other in store. Disclaimer: I don't own Downton Abbey but it is fun to borrow Oh, and I'm not kidding about the M this time. Y'all seemed to like my fluff/smut mixture ;)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,023 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 4 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Anna's Nightdress by DowagerInTraining reviews
Anna has always envied Lady Mary's beautiful clothes and is delighted to receive a gift of a beautiful nightgown, which she intends to embroider herself. And after meeting Lord Grantham's new valet, Mr Bates, she knows there is only one man she ever wants to see her wearing it. Rated M for Chapter 5! DISCLAIMER: I do not own Downton Abbey, but it is fun to borrow!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,159 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 8/13/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Enterprise by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Anna is the only child of Simon and Amelia Smith, owners of a successful cotton factory. When she reaches the age of 21, they decide she's old enough to learn the family business and wed the son of Simon's most trusted business partner. However her parents plans don't go as they wish when Anna discovers that the world holds more than an arranged life. AU, begins in 1851, London
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 121,400 - Reviews: 227 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 7/31/2015 - Published: 10/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Finally Finding Forever by Awesomegreentie reviews
Modern A/U John Bates is an international acting sensation who has just bought a vacation home in St. Andrews. Anna Smith is a grad student at St. Andrews University. When John hires Anna as his house sitter will the two of them finally find forever?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 76 - Words: 210,593 - Reviews: 991 - Favs: 103 - Follows: 141 - Updated: 7/28/2015 - Published: 3/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
The Love Downstairs by Forgoodandproper reviews
A series of drabbles and one shots, some long some short, about my favorite Downton couple, Bates and Anna. Most are based on scenes I would have like to see between them. Now some are modern! No particular order either. Enjoy! Disclaimer for all chapters: I own nothing when it comes to Downton Abbey. If I did, they'd have to rename the show Happy Fluffy Cottage Times.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 32 - Words: 44,287 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 7/5/2015 - Published: 8/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Mrs Smith Goes to Downton by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
This is post Series 3 Episode 7 a few months after John has been released from jail and it goes A/U from there.  This story is in response to a prompt from allcoyledup who asked for a scene with Anna's mother meeting John.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 23 - Words: 71,053 - Reviews: 164 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 7/4/2015 - Published: 7/6/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Weight Of The World by TestShip reviews
Modern AU. John Bates is struggling to get his life back on track after a traumatic experience. He follows his mother's advice and seeks help with a therapist, Anna Smith. Can she help him get through this difficult period and ignore the growing connection between them?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 95,242 - Reviews: 171 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 5/28/2015 - Published: 1/5/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Stay by fuzzydream archive reviews
Modern AU. Life can always come up with a few surprises. (completely A/B, but with other characters' appearances as well)
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 88,824 - Reviews: 267 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 74 - Updated: 4/16/2015 - Published: 5/3/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
For This Love by mille libri reviews
Bates and Anna couldn't have known where that first handshake would lead them: short vignettes covering on- and off-screen scenes in their romance.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 145 - Words: 120,282 - Reviews: 675 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 4/13/2015 - Published: 4/21/2013 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Across the Universe by poma14 reviews
Can lovers who were ripped apart in one life find each other and reconnect in the next? AU Anna/Bates reincarnation story. What would have happened if Bates had hanged? Romance with a heavy dollop of mystery as Anna and Bates's paths cross once again and they are inexplicably drawn to each other. Will they figure who they were in the past? And how does that affect their future?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Mystery - Chapters: 14 - Words: 119,631 - Reviews: 238 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 95 - Updated: 3/29/2015 - Published: 11/28/2012 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Bluebird by rjwritergirl reviews
How does a broken heart get put back together when it's been torn apart? Spoilers for 4.03! AU after the 2nd chapter! Trigger warning!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 47 - Words: 70,089 - Reviews: 133 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 3/23/2015 - Published: 10/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Unspeakable Sin by precibus reviews
*spoilers for S4, AU from S4E3 onwards* "Suppose you're with child, what will you do then?" "I'll kill myself." The unthinkable has happened: weeks on from the concert, Anna realises that her greatest fear has come true. (M rated and trigger warning). Winner of a Highclere Award for best AU Period Anna/Bates story
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 33,076 - Reviews: 94 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 77 - Updated: 3/22/2015 - Published: 11/17/2013 - Isobel C., E. Hughes, J. Bates, Anna S.
The More the Merrier by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
A banna drabble to go with the story photo.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 551 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 2 - Follows: 1 - Published: 3/1/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
His Healing Hands by Awesomegreentie reviews
Set Sometime after Season 4. John and Anna make progress in returning the intimacy they have lost.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,462 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/1/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Smooth Sailing Ahead by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
A Banna drabble about the pending arrival of Baby Bates
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 430 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/28/2015 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
It's a Wonderful Life by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
What would the world be like without John Bates? That is the question that Mr. Bates is forced to ask himself as Christmas is fast approaching and his wife Anna is awaiting her fate in prison. Will his guardian angel be able to show John his true worth? And what would have happened to his family, friends, and co-workers had John not existed?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 5 - Words: 28,177 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 1/27/2015 - Published: 12/9/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Robert C., Molesley - Complete
Quicksilver and Light by poma14 reviews
John Bates makes good on his suggestion to sneak into the maids' quarters at Duneagle after the Ghillies Ball. Unfortunately, things do not go according to plan. Set during the S3 Christmas Special and based upon a deleted scene in the S3 script book. Rather fluffy one-shot (really, no angst-I promise!).
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,860 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/23/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
A Long Way Home by sapphireandcopper reviews
When a snowstorm leaves Anna Smith, a nurse from Yorkshire stranded at a cozy roadside diner run by one Mr. John Bates, could it be the start of something wonderful? Modern A/U, mostly shameless holiday fluff and cuteness.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 26,711 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 1/20/2015 - Published: 12/8/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
For Love by fuzzydream archive reviews
If God wouldn't give them a chance, perhaps they should make one themselves, Anna decided. But she knew God worked in mysterious ways.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 12 - Words: 29,231 - Reviews: 154 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 1/20/2015 - Published: 11/13/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Parts of a Whole by Umbrella-ella reviews
There is joy, there is heartbreak, but in between, in those small moments that define us, there is true love. The story of Anna and Mr. Bates, told in multiple installments.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 35,881 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 37 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 1/6/2015 - Published: 3/10/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Today I Long For You by fuzzydream archive reviews
"We're here now, and we're both free. Let us live the present." Set after S5CS.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,036 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/28/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Make You Feel My Love by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Set in a present day modern A/U- John Bates is a fire fighter struggling with the law and life. After a court order forces him to get the help he needs, John meets Anna, his saving grace. The timing could not be more wrong and John's past continues to haunt him. Plus, Anna has a few secrets of her own as well.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 31 - Words: 175,882 - Reviews: 195 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 11/27/2014 - Published: 4/27/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Of Extraordinary Blessings by Rocks-my-socks reviews
After Lady Mary and Jane's wedding present, Anna finds hers dreams have come true at precisely the wrong moment. Suddenly, John has more to fight for than ever before… CS12/S3 AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,659 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 11/17/2014 - Published: 11/15/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Curious Case Of The Missing Baked Goods by im-yours-for-life reviews
When baked goods start disappearing from the cottage, John and Anna set out to trap a thief, but what they find changes their lives instead. Just some fluff for Terrieajane's Tumblr challenge.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Mystery - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,697 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/16/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Lazy Sundays by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
Just a bit of baby Bates fluff to get us through after the series five finale.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,185 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/15/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Home by Kristen APA reviews
[SPOILERS THROUGH S5E8] Anna ponders about home and hope (don't worry, I have resolved things!)
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,591 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/14/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Just the Way You Look Tonight by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
John tries to be helpful as Anna sorts through various outfits in an attempt to find the perfect dress for an evening out.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,982 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/8/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The Chair by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Set in S5 ep7 (possible spoilers? maybe) John and Anna enjoy the rest of the evening in each other's arms...and his *magical* chair.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,915 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 11/6/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Charade by im-yours-for-life reviews
This fic is inspired by the 1963 movie of the same name starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. While it isn't exactly the same, I will borrow on some of the movies themes and more well known lines.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Mystery/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 6,115 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 10/29/2014 - Published: 10/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A Baker's Dozen by c8linWAH reviews
A one shot continuing the cottage scene between Bates and Anna in S5E06 *Spoiler warning*
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 711 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/26/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Opening Night by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
John and Anna spend a night to themselves attending a premiere for a show John has been working on.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,616 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/25/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
By Law and By Love by theglamourfades reviews
"Anna didn't know how she had managed to exist without it upon her; already it was like a piece of her, as important as a limb or a vein connected closely to her heart, as significant and as rooted as her soul." Canon one-shot, set in 2.8. Inspired by an OTP Prompt. Slight M rating.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,851 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 5 - Published: 10/25/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Packet of letters by rjwritergirl reviews
In series 3, Anna and Mr. Bates' letters are stopped, what happens while they wait for their letters to come to be sent? What are Anna and John's thoughts and feelings through that time?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 9 - Words: 10,358 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 10/12/2014 - Published: 8/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Together with a Splash by JamesLuver reviews
Anna and John are very much enjoying their first few days in the cottage, with readying their home falling a little by the wayside for more pressing activities. But when John takes a bath and Anna decides to join him, things don't quite go as planned.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,080 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 8 - Published: 9/3/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Yellow Light by theglamourfades reviews
Four times that Anna and John went to the beach. Some canon, some AU.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 12,187 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 9/2/2014 - Published: 8/21/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Sin of Wanting by Eady of Old reviews
Sometimes, in the face of extreme loneliness and melancholy, the mind creates a mechanism whereby a person can cope with their hopelessness. Almost physically wanting her into being, he could picture Anna in the drawing room seated next to him in his mother's chair.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 15,182 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 15 - Updated: 9/2/2014 - Published: 8/12/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Redemption by TheCaneOfBates reviews
'Another' Modern A/U: Moving to the north of England to put his past behind him, will Anna Smith prove to be John Bates's salvation?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 13 - Words: 86,951 - Reviews: 111 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 55 - Updated: 8/24/2014 - Published: 12/15/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Restoration and Reclamation by E.Phoard reviews
An attempt to reconstruct the events of season 4, particularly the conclusion, in a way that validates the experiences forced on Anna and John.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 10 - Words: 10,249 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 8/7/2014 - Published: 11/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
A wonderful (k)night by cherry88 reviews
Anna loves to read about knights in shining armour. But what happens if she wakes up in the Middle ages herself and meets her own 'Robin Hood?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 23,858 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 7/17/2014 - Published: 1/16/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All This Time: A Resurgence of Love by Katherine75 reviews
Anna never stopped loving John Bates after he disappeared 3 years ago. Under the encouragement of friends, she found a new way of life, met someone, and was lingering toward a wedding day- when fate established itself dramatically. This is my first AU. But after season 4, I desperately wanted one! I hope you enjoy- plenty of drama, romance, plot twists and hopefully a few giggles.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 52,790 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 21 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 7/13/2014 - Published: 1/29/2014 - Robert C., J. Bates, Anna S., Gwen D.
A Reason To Stay by Awesomegreentie reviews
John and Anna have been friends for years but suddenly John dreams of something more.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,687 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 3 - Published: 7/8/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Word Gets Around by bugsfic reviews
The winding path that gossip takes in the great house.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 22,406 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 7/1/2014 - Published: 2/26/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Gummy Smiles by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
In response to a prompt by awesomegreentie, here is the Bates family as they attempt to deal with a teething baby. And a special guest appearance by an unlikely hero. This falls under the Bedtime Rituals story line
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,292 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/26/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Thomas - Complete
Dearest: The Prison Letters by adamsforthought reviews
Letters from the Anna-Bates prison correspondence in S3. Anna is optimistic and cheerful, with her usual honesty and humor, while Bates is the romantic brooder, though not without his own humor. Letters begin early in 03x01.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 8,590 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 6/15/2014 - Published: 4/5/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates]
Two Is Better Than One by im-yours-for-life reviews
Anna and Bates meet at a wedding, but when disaster strikes and they are forced together will it bring them closer or tear them apart?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 14 - Words: 34,916 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 6/3/2014 - Published: 5/22/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Kirbymoorside by Gelana reviews
Thank tumblr for this one. Normally I am a strictly cannon sort of writer, but this time I will make an exception. Takes place immediately following Anna's first visit to the Red Lion in Kirbymoorside. Side note: I genuinely do not believe this is how things went down, but it was an interesting exercise.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 11,668 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 6/1/2014 - Published: 4/20/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anything Could Happen by theglamourfades reviews
In the space of a few hours, Anna Smith's life is turned upside down. Can a chance encounter on a Underground train change everything for the better, and guide her to where she is meant to be? Modern Anna and Bates AU, based on the film Sliding Doors. M Rated from Chapter 10. [Winner of 2014 Highclere Award for Anna/Bates Modern AU story]
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 35 - Words: 266,439 - Reviews: 358 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 80 - Updated: 5/9/2014 - Published: 3/24/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Windmills of your mind by JadeLeif reviews
Set after S1E1 what if Lord Grantham didn't change his mind and Bates left, how will Anna and Bates get together, would their lives change. A/U with reference to canon timeline. I'm in denial about S3/S4 and need them to move ahead. Disclaimer: Downton Abbey characters are not mine
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 22,153 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 5/7/2014 - Published: 3/3/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Married Bliss by Falcongirl00 reviews
Adults only. John and Anna enjoy married life in the privacy of their cottage. In other words, cottage smut plain and simple!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 5 - Words: 15,719 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 4/22/2014 - Published: 7/25/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Returning the Favour by theglamourfades reviews
Acts of kindness never go unrewarded, especially to those who show kindness the most of all.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 18,767 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 4/18/2014 - Published: 3/23/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] Mary C., Gwen D. - Complete
Not With Haste by katamarann reviews
"Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light." - Helen Keller :: The worlds of Anna Smith and John Bates become unexpectedly entwined, as they both question everything they've based their lives upon. :: Modern A/U
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 30 - Words: 168,833 - Reviews: 349 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 4/16/2014 - Published: 1/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Missing and the Beloved by katamarann reviews
"War. War never changes." Twenty years post series.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,836 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/23/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S., OC - Complete
One Morning by Loves History reviews
John and Anna Bates are enjoying a quiet morning, catching up on some sewing in the servants' hall, when they find themselves drawn in to the complicated tangle that is Thomas, Miss Baxter and Mr Molesley. One shot at the moment, but may become a mini-story. Some spoliers for series 3 and 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,776 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 8 - Published: 3/22/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S.
An Evening Out by Kristen APA reviews
[AU, set after S3CS] Anna and Bates finally get to go to the fair. [Cheesy fluffy stuff].
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,292 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/16/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
The Golden Hour by katamarann reviews
John and Anna Bates find themselves with an afternoon off and nothing else to do.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,157 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 4 - Published: 3/1/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
In the Darkness by Eady of Old reviews
Season 4 AU/Entire season spoilers – When Mrs. Hughes refuses to share Anna's secret with Mr. Bates, he leaves Downton Abbey.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 20,233 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 32 - Updated: 2/24/2014 - Published: 2/4/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] E. Hughes - Complete
The First Port of Call by pussycatwithattitude reviews
When Bates returns home with the cut above his eye, Anna seeks him out later that night in the hope of easing his physical and emotional pains. Set during 2.06 after Bates returns from London. One-shot.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,530 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/20/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Second Honeymoon by bugsfic reviews
"You rest. Stay in bed. Read books," said Lord Grantham to John Bates upon his return from prison.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,273 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 2/17/2014 - [Anna S., J. Bates] - Complete
Small Things, Great Love by JamesLuver reviews
John Bates knows that he's not destined for great things, not after the life that he's had. But perhaps he can show the measure of himself in other ways.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 26,338 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 2/14/2014 - Published: 2/10/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
The Path to my Heart by Handy-for-the-bus reviews
Set after Anna tells Mr Bates she loves him. Series 1 ep 5.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,375 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/11/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All Mine, All Yours by rjwritergirl reviews
A one chapter AU piece. I was prompted with what might have happened if Bates had followed Anna down to the kitchen the night of the concert. Only one chapter.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,633 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/31/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Temporary Surroundings II by icanthinkofsomething reviews
Follow up of Temporary Surroundings (in case you didn't know). Characters are the product of Lord Fellowes's mind, not mine.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,993 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/28/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Temporary Surroundings by icanthinkofsomething reviews
What if Lady Mary hadn't suggested for Anna to smuggle Mr Bates in to the guest room for their wedding night? Would they have one at all or would they find an alternative? This is my first fanfic, so please be gentle. Reviews are very welcome. Characters belong to Lord Fellowes, of course.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,439 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Updated: 1/28/2014 - Published: 1/17/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
I can't let him touch me by rjwritergirl reviews
What happened the night of Anna's rape? Set the night between 4.03 and 4.04. I got the idea when Anna told Mrs. Hughes "I can't let him touch me," and Bates said "I can't come near you." Those lines told me that Bates had tried to touch Anna and possibly apologize for snapping at her in the Servants hall. I'm labeling this with a trigger warning just in case!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 878 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Anna's Turn by rjwritergirl reviews
During the Christmas Special, Bates got a Penny Lick, will Anna get a turn?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 532 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 1 - Published: 1/25/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Early Risers by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
John spends the morning fussing over his little girl while Anna gets a full night's rest
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,761 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 3 - Published: 1/23/2014 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Small Moments by NeverKnewAFinerOne reviews
A collection of one-shots, covering (mainly) off-screen scenes that I envisage, or alternative endings to on-screen scenes.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 6 - Words: 6,147 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 12/31/2013 - Published: 12/16/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Family Moments by Falcongirl00 reviews
John and Anna begin their family life at Downton. A series of scenes and special moments from their cottage. These moments will not necessarily be in chronological order and will be posted when inspiration strikes. Reviews are greatly appreciated!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 12 - Words: 37,910 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 12/24/2013 - Published: 5/29/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Demons by rjwritergirl reviews
Anna wakes up from a nightmare and John comforts her.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 956 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 12/18/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Goodbye Is The Hardest Word To Say by Umbrella-ella reviews
An alternate look at what might have happened in 4X05. Contains spoilers for series four. Subject to rating change.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,272 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 12/7/2013 - Published: 11/11/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Love and War by Umbrella-ella reviews
'All's fair in love and war. Thats what they say, anyways, but it isn't. Not really.' John Bates, leading MI-6 operative, is caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse when Anna Smith is sent to investigate his loyalty. Both of them are soon caught up in a twisted web of covert sabotage, deceit, and something even more dangerous: attraction. 1950's Cold War A/U.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,196 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 11/29/2013 - Published: 11/17/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates
Fools Rush In by TheCaneOfBates reviews
Modern A/U. An encounter on April Fools Day changes Anna Smith and John Bates lives forever.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 74,296 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 11/22/2013 - Published: 9/8/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S.
Never Wanted Anything More by mr-and-mrs-bates reviews
John and Anna take a trip to a seaside town to spend the weekend at the beach while celebrating Anna's birthday. Meanwhile, they search for hotels for their future prospects. John has a surprise for Anna but she has a surprise of her own.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 20,232 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 10/19/2013 - Published: 7/15/2013 - [J. Bates, Anna S.] - Complete
Tea for Two by theglamourfades reviews
A familiar routine takes an interesting turn for Anna and John after hours...Inspired by 4.1 so spoilers, I guess (though nothing big, really). Oh, and smuttiness ahead.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,379 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 7 - Published: 9/28/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
In Answer by MyMadness reviews
Bates negotiates his surrender under Anna's perceptive, healing touch. Follows our pair through much of WWI. Alternating POV. Ch20. The Final Chapter. Thank You! Sometimes predictions and promises just take a while. That's why it's good to be patient.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 20 - Words: 48,727 - Reviews: 197 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 53 - Updated: 12/30/2011 - Published: 2/24/2011 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
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The Gift reviews
Modern A/U - Mr. Bates and Anna have only been dating for a short time and it seems that both have struggled with what to get the other for Christmas. What will they decide on?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,205 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 5 - Follows: 1 - Published: 12/26/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Bodyguard reviews
Anna is a princess and Mr. Bates is her bodyguard.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,773 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 10 - Published: 11/14/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Our Place in the Sun reviews
Based on the Bates/Anna hug scene from the Series 6 trailer.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,869 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 1 - Published: 9/2/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Oh Come All Ye Faithful reviews
My take on what happened after the Season 5 Christmas Special.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,039 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 4/6/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Old Dog, New Tricks reviews
The evening John Bates decided he wanted to learn to knit.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,324 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/8/2015 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Lover's Eyes reviews
A series of daily drabbles I did on Tumblr back in September. All fluff and smut…so basically all the happy Banna for your enjoyment!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 14,496 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 5 - Published: 11/18/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
All We Are reviews
Series 2/AU - After John leaves with Vera, Anna is devastated. But what if someone had come along to mend Anna's broken heart? When John returns about to be free from his wife, and ready to marry Anna; he may not find things exactly how he left them. Will John fight to keep the love of his life? Or will he let his insecurities get in the way, and watch her slip away to another man?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 33,191 - Reviews: 99 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 41 - Updated: 11/11/2014 - Published: 12/3/2013 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
When the Mind Wanders reviews
S2 - Between Ep8 and the CS - Bates hasn't seen or heard from Anna in the two months since he's been arrested due to a mandatory processing period. When a realization hits him not long after his arrest, and his mind wanders through all the possibilities, what will he do when he finally see's Anna? Will the answer he thought he'd hoped for really be the one he wanted to hear?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,036 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 1 - Published: 10/28/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
If the Rain Must Fall reviews
Modern A/U - Bates and Anna get side-tracked when their walk home through the park is hindered by a sudden downpour.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,347 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 2 - Published: 10/21/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Second Chances reviews
Modern A/U - Response to prompt from Tumblr: "A 19 year old Anna meets a 35 year old Mr. Bates in London."
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,799 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/21/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
To Have and to Hold reviews
What happened during Bates and Anna's trip back from Ripon after their wedding? And how do they feel about having to keep their long-awaited marriage a secret?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,321 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Glimpses reviews
26 word prompts from A-Z; 26 glimpses into the life of Bates and Anna.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 26 - Words: 6,007 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/31/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
The Keys to Her Heart reviews
Modern A/U - Anna is feeling the pressures of planning her and John's wedding. To ease some of her burden John takes over one very important aspect of their future, and hopes he makes a decision that will make her happy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,167 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 3 - Published: 8/31/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Afternoon Delight reviews
Modern A/U One shot - Based on prompt from Tumblr
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,383 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 3 - Published: 8/30/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Fix The World Up For You reviews
Series 1 - After the death of the Turkish diplomat, Anna has a difficult time with what happened. Will she confide in Mr. Bates? And how will he handle the changing tides of their relationship?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,937 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 5 - Published: 8/15/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Hero reviews
Short one-shot inspired by behind the scenes photos of Series 5. No spoilers! Only my musings.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 568 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 6 - Follows: 2 - Published: 8/11/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Truly reviews
Some sweet Banna fluff set post Series 4.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 829 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Jealousy reviews
Series 3 - Post prison release: Anna tells Bates about the book club Molesley suggested they have.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 956 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/22/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Happiness reviews
Bates and Anna have finally found happiness together. *Major Fluff Alert*
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,117 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 4 - Published: 7/12/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Bedtime Story reviews
Anna asks Bates to read to her in bed.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,911 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/28/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Imaginings reviews
Based on a prompt I received via Tumblr: "John always imagined taking Anna from behind and one night he finally has enough courage to ask her. Anna's a bit nervous about it but finds the idea exciting." Strong M Rating!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,792 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 1 - Published: 6/26/2014
Sanctuary reviews
Post Prison Release Series 3 - Anna and Bates have a heated moment of reunion in the courtyard. Will they be able to keep themselves from getting carried away?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,330 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/24/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Through My Eyes reviews
A/U set after S3 - Anna and John have been blessed with a baby boy, but things are not nearly as happy as they should be. Anna falls into a deep depression. Feelings of inadequacy, failure, and insecurity cast a shadow over their lives and threaten her marriage to the love of her life. Can John pull her from the depths of darkness? Is love enough to save them?
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 19,866 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 22 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 5/4/2014 - Published: 4/30/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
For The First Time reviews
Modern/AU - Inspired by this 'Imagine Your OTP' prompt on Tumblr - "Imagine Person A teaching Person B of your OTP how to kiss, and Person B ends up kissing Person A really quick, nervously asks "Like that?" and leaves Person A silent and flustered for a moment."
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,357 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 2 - Published: 4/14/2014 - J. Bates, Anna S. - Complete
Something New reviews
Wedding Weekend Smut
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,765 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 2 - Published: 3/13/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Healing reviews
S4 Oneshot - An exploration of a way Anna and Bates might have reintroduced intimacy/closeness back into their relationship after her attack.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,920 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/11/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Better Man reviews
Series 1 A/U - What if John had already been divorced when Anna confessed her love on the way to the flower show? Would he be able to overcome his doubts and insecurities and accept her love? This is a two-part fic.
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,196 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 17 - Updated: 2/26/2014 - Published: 2/25/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates
I Can't Wait To Spoil You reviews
Written from a prompt I received on Tumblr. Anna and John have some fun in the bath on their first night at the cottage after his release.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,832 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 2 - Published: 2/18/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Save Me reviews
S4/Ep 2(US) or 3(UK) A/U - John's intuition kicks in during the concert, and he rushes downstairs to find his wife. Will he make it in time to save her from her attacker? ***Trigger Warning***
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,442 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 9 - Published: 2/10/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Very Special Indeed reviews
Series 1 - Slight A/U (but who knows?) - After Bates brings her the lovely tray; Anna witnesses him shoving Thomas against the wall, and goes to the courtyard to think. What happens when Bates joins her?
Downton Abbey - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,679 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 4 - Published: 2/5/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Whispers In the Dark reviews
My take on Anna's first night back at the cottage after John finds out. **Spoiler Alert US Ep 4/UK Ep 5** ***Possible trigger warning*** - there are no details, or anything directly addressing the attack. Just wanted to post a warning to be safe.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,400 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 6 - Published: 1/21/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Uniform reviews
Shameless smut inspired by a post on Tumblr!
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,369 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 4 - Published: 1/9/2014 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Christmas Surprise reviews
Anna and John's first Christmas together after his release! John remember a request Anna made in a letter to him, and is only too happy to make all her wishes come true. *shameless smut and fluff because we need it*
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,676 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/25/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
Welcome to Forever reviews
Prompted by handy-for-the-bus: Anna plans a surprise getaway for John's birthday. Could this weekend trip be the beginning of their future together?
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,647 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 20 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/21/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
A Fascination reviews
Series 2 - Wedding Night Smut - John finds himself extremely fascinated with a certain part of Anna's anatomy.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,306 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 12/12/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete
The Proposal reviews
S2/AU - What happened the night that Bates told Anna he booked the registrar? Major fluff alert!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,441 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/12/2013 - Anna S., J. Bates - Complete