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8Bits Of Me »
Stephanie felt like bits of her heart and sanity got chipped away from the back and forth relationship with Joe Morelli and Ranger. Her heart got too invested in both relationships. It took time for her to notice that she had become almost a hollow version of herself. TARTJanet Evanovich, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 2, words: 5k+, favs: 8, follows: 19, updated: 12/10 published: 12/8, [Merry Man, Stephanie P.] Ranger M., Joe M.
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Midnight Rescue »
I wrote a song, which I haven't done in a over a year. Without having my daughter's electric keyboard, I can't harmonize the music. I could record several renditions by playing my flute and merging them in a program, but it's easier to hear the mistakes on the keyboard. The lyrics to Midnight Rescue is mine. I modified them slightly to fit my story.Janet Evanovich, T, English, Romance, chapters: 9, words: 23k+, favs: 17, follows: 27, updated: 12/1 published: 9/14, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.]
127 Keepers, Seekers and Creepers »
This story takes place after Ranger collects on the deal. Stephanie is left with few options: stay in Trenton, or leave. When Diesel pops into her life several days later, the decision is made…Stephanie must leave. Her life is in danger from one or more of Ranger's enemies. Will she avoid the seekers and creepers?Janet Evanovich, M, English, Drama & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 16, words: 43k+, favs: 18, follows: 36, updated: 11/17 published: 11/2, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.] Diesel, Merry Man
66 The Hunter »
A man chases after Terry Gilman and her loved ones because she refused to comply with his request. He catches sight of another resident of Trenton and his obsession to kill grows with every thwarted attempt.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Horror, chapters: 11, words: 28k+, favs: 11, follows: 17, updated: 10/30 published: 10/10, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.] Merry Man
15 Baking With Stephanie
It's Stephanie's birthday (October 12th). She attempts to bake her birthday cake when she thinks everyone forgot her birthday.Janet Evanovich, K+, English, words: 2k+, favs: 6, follows: 7, 10/13, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.]
7 Summer Of Innocence »
AU story. Stephanie and Ranger are successful business owners. He runs Rangeman while she operates a dance studio.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Romance & Adventure, chapters: 36, words: 97k+, favs: 8, follows: 3, 10/10, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.] Lester, Tank
174 On The Run »
AU - Stephanie gets attacked in the Tasty Pastry by Joe Morelli. She defends herself and feels her only way to survive is by running away. A/N: I started writing this story in February as indicated in the photo selected for the story. This is not a product of prompts or other story ideas posted in the FB JE pages.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Drama, chapters: 16, words: 44k+, favs: 36, follows: 60, updated: 10/9 published: 6/6, [Stephanie P., OC] Ranger M., Merry Man
524 Only You »
Stephanie meets a sexy Cuban-American bounty hunter named Ranger. He assists her on the first case she lands, none other than Joseph Morelli, who is accused of murder. She knows nothing about the man in black. Ranger marries Stephanie after she captures Morelli. Imagine her surprise when she learns more about her husband.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Drama & Romance, chapters: 35, words: 100k+, favs: 78, follows: 88, updated: 9/22 published: 2/19, [Stephanie P., Ranger M.] Joe M., Merry Man
12 Halloween Skips
Stephanie has to capture two skips before midnight on Halloween. She runs into strange situations as she celebrates her favourite holiday with her husband and friends.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Humor, words: 3k+, favs: 4, follows: 5, 9/8, [Stephanie P., Ranger M.] Merry Man
13 Die With A Smile
Stephanie and Ranger have the same dream and realize they belong together. Story is a song fic inspired by Die With A Smile by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga.Janet Evanovich, T, English, Hurt/Comfort, words: 2k+, favs: 10, follows: 6, 8/20, [Stephanie P., Ranger M.]
289 Dreams »
Stephanie thinks about her life as she listens to a song by Fleetwood Mac. She decides it's an honest depiction of her relationship with Joe and Ranger. Stephanie takes a step back to consider what she wants to do with her love life.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Romance, chapters: 30, words: 89k+, favs: 42, follows: 50, updated: 8/13 published: 6/28, [Merry Man, Stephanie P.] Ranger M., Joe M.
31 In This World »
Stephanie accepted Joe's proposal despite first accepting Ranger's offer to marry her. She passed it off as a fleeting thought, which had no possibility of materializing into anything substantial. Ranger has other plans.Janet Evanovich, T, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 2, words: 5k+, favs: 15, follows: 17, 6/12, Ranger M., Stephanie P., Joe M.
23 My Immortal
Story takes place after Dirty Thirty. Everything in Ranger's world is perfect until it isn't. His hopes and dreams vanish the minute Morelli arrives in Miami. Tissue warning.Janet Evanovich, T, English, Angst, words: 2k+, favs: 13, follows: 9, 6/9, [Stephanie P., Ranger M.]
366 Relaunching Bombshell »
AU story. Stephanie has her one night with Ranger. She never expected her life to change after giving herself to the man she was positive she loved. Her heart broke when Ranger told her to fix her relationship with Morelli. Stephanie decided it was time to take charge of her life and left the Burg. Is there a HEA? Maybe.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 32, words: 95k+, favs: 42, follows: 59, updated: 5/26 published: 5/1, Ranger M., Stephanie P., Merry Man
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Bomba »
AU story. Stephanie Plum embarks on a new journey after serving time in the Army. As a teen, Stephanie meets a group of misfits at a military boot camp. She's equally adept at making people confess their sins and making things explode. At a charity gala, Stephanie meets Ranger. Babe HEAJanet Evanovich & Avengers, M, English, Romance, chapters: 15, words: 38k+, favs: 37, follows: 42, updated: 2/11 published: 12/2/2023, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.] Black Widow/Natasha R., Captain America/Steve R.
198 Irresistibly Yours »
AU story. After taking a five year hiatus after a tough mission and losing her job at E E Martin, Stephanie returns to what she knows best. It was a devastating decision, but only Stephanie could lead the team to rescue the Rangers team alpha multiple times. TART. Warning: NOT Morelli friendly.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Romance & Drama, chapters: 20, words: 54k+, favs: 40, follows: 47, updated: 2/1 published: 12/2/2023, [Stephanie P., Merry Man]
23 Little Black Book
Stephanie is challenged by the Merry Men at Rangeman to select a man for the first ever Rangeman Valentine's Day party. She has a method to choose a man, but would they be relationship material? This story is inspired by memes posted on the Ranger Should Get The Girl facebook page. TART.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Romance, words: 2k+, favs: 13, follows: 8, 1/18, Merry Man, Lester, Stephanie P., Ranger M.
313 Unspoken »
Stephanie tries to give her mother everything she wants, but it becomes an impossibility. Health issues intervene and prevents Stephanie from becoming the Burg wife and mother Helen expects of her youngest daughter. AU Story. Babe HEA. Cupcakes beware.Janet Evanovich, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, chapters: 20, words: 49k+, favs: 55, follows: 70, updated: 12/26/2023 published: 11/24/2023, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.]
155 Nothing Left »
It's Thanksgiving Day. Stephanie is excited to share it with her loved ones. Will everything work as she imagined? Nothing is as it seems. Babe HEAJanet Evanovich, T, English, Angst & Romance, chapters: 8, words: 17k+, favs: 39, follows: 31, updated: 11/16/2023 published: 11/7/2023, [Ranger M., Stephanie P.]
398 Best Cover »
AU established BABE early. Stephanie and Ranger embark on a new adventure after leaving their military careers. Ranger, a former special ops soldier for the Rangers, gets betrayed by someone he trusted. An unlikely alliance forms with Ranger and Stephanie. They have to rely on the man to keep their family safe. Can they trust this man? Or will history repeat?Janet Evanovich, M, English, Drama & Adventure, chapters: 30, words: 90k+, favs: 61, follows: 60, updated: 11/5/2023 published: 9/25/2023, [Stephanie P., Ranger M.]