Tuesday, November 3, 2009

The Moments Beyond - by KC

KC has added another chapter to her Lachlan story, "The Moments Beyond".

In this chapter, Lachlan starts bonding a little more with baby Lucky and when Betsy finds him holding their son, emotions coming welling up to the surface. She still can't tell him... But does Lachlan know already?

Click here to read Chapter Six of "The Moments Beyond"!

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(Lachlan Currie is Russell Crowe's character from the film "For the Moment", released in October 1993 by John Aaron Features II Inc. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Friday, October 16, 2009

The Lady and the Cypher - by Ree

Ree has updated "The Lady and the Cypher" with Chapter Six!

Terry's liaison with Lily brings the firm some new business, but it's the current case that's wreaking havoc with Jane. Field work is something she's not done before and the prep work is only the beginning. Michael needs looking after, and Jane must decide how to make that happen, how to get all the prep work done in time and how to ready herself to participate in an actual operation outside the office.

But what she isn't prepared for is how the operation ends...

Click here to enjoy Ree's Chapter Six of "Lady and the Cypher"!

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(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Shadows - by KC

Bud's recovery is not going to be an easy one and Lynn, Joy and Ed are feeling the after effects themselves.

Made worse by the doctor's wife that comes barging in on them!

Click here to read the exciting Chapter Fifteen of KC's "Shadows"!

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(Bud White is Russell Crowe's character from the film "LA Confidential" released 19 September 1997 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Not A Regular Friday Night - by Alice

When Bud wakes up to find Lynn gone, the worst thoughts pass through his head.

Little does he realize that what's worse for both of them is finding that they have secrets that are difficult to share at the best of times... Early days in a relationship are not the best of times.

Alice's Chapter Two of "Not a Regular Friday Night" is fiery hot!

Click here to read Chapter Two of Alice's "Not A Regular Friday Night"!

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Stay tuned, more Bud coming from KC very soon, chapter sixteen of "Shadows" is in the queue!

(Bud White is Russell Crowe's character from the film "LA Confidential" released 19 September 1997 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Friday, September 25, 2009

Not A Regular Friday Night - by Alice

Alice joins Rough Magic with a new fan fic story based on our favourite tough-guy cop, Bud White!

It's Friday night and Bud's headed home from the precinct, but what had the beginnings of a quiet night became anything but when he sees a situation involving a girl and her abusive boyfriend on the sidewalk he passes by.

What ensues after he stops his car is anything but normal...

Click here to read Chapter One of Alice's "Not A Regular Friday Night"!

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Welcome to Rough Magic, Alice!

(Bud White is Russell Crowe's character from the film "LA Confidential" released 19 September 1997 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Sunday, September 13, 2009

The Moments Beyond - by KC

KC has added the next chapter to her ongoing serial, "The Moments Beyond"!

Lachlan is now recovering fairly well, though his memory has still not fully returned. So when he meets "Lucky", Betsy's son, he's struck by something he feels he should know...

Read the latest chapter to catch up on Lachlan's recovery and Betsy's ongoing struggle as a single mother of three.

Click here to read Chapter Five of "The Moments Beyond"!

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(Lachlan Currie is Russell Crowe's character from the film "For the Moment", released in October 1993 by John Aaron Features II Inc. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Friday, August 21, 2009

The Lady and the Cypher - by Ree

Another chapter from Ree for this wonderful Terry story of intrigue and trepidation and the players of such games.

Terry and Dino are wildly curious about how Jane was able to pull off her sneak attack during the mission, but Jane isn't sure exactly how much to tell them. Trust doesn't come easy to either side of this confrontation, despite all that's gone on before.

But after the fury of the day's intellectual activities, just how will this Friday evening go for Terry and Jane once work has been declared over for the weekend?

Click here to enjoy Ree's Chapter Five of "Lady and the Cypher"!


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(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Unexpected Opportunity - by Layne

Layne has added a new chapter to her Ben Wade story, "Unexpected Opportunity"!

Just as Ben's contemplating how he deal with Jim Greer returning the next day and keeping his secret from Layce just a little longer... In walks trouble that will mean either utter devastation or... What?

Click here to read Layne's Chapter Nine of "Unexpected Opportunity"!

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(Ben Wade is Russell Crowe's character from the film "3:10 To Yuma", released 7 September 2007 by Lionsgate. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Shadows - by KC

We're coming closer and closer to the exciting conclusion of "Shadows", by KC!

In this chapter, Ed comes to the rescue, but not before Wanda takes care of business as she always should have.

Once back at the hospital though, things are not quite over...

Click here to read the exciting Chapter Fifteen of KC's "Shadows"!

To see the story's full index, click here!

(Bud White is Russell Crowe's character from the film "LA Confidential" released 19 September 1997 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Back In Harness - by Thorne's Rose

The exciting conclusion to "Back in Harness" from Thorne's Rose is now posted at the site!

Terry and Dino devise a "need to know" plan to infiltrate the kidnapper's compound, but what will happen along the way? Be sure and find out with this final chapter of what it takes to bring down a group of individuals who don't realize they've bitten off far more than they can chew when Terry and Dino are on the case!

Click here to enjoy Thorne's Rose conclusion of "Back In Harness"!

To see the story's full index, click here!

Coming Soon: "K&R R&R", Thorne's Rose's sequel to "Back in Harness"!

(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Sunday, July 12, 2009

The Lady and the Cypher - by Ree

Ree continues her intriguing "Lady and the Cypher" with Chapter Four!

Jane is put on the spot in more ways than one in the debrief meeting from hell. But she has more than enough tricks up her sleeve to hold her own despite the double whammy of a dressing down from Dino, followed by a chat with Terry... You won't believe where and how!

Click here to enjoy Ree's Chapter Four of "Lady and the Cypher"!


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(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Sunday, June 21, 2009

The Train to Destiny - by Layne

Layne has added Chapter Three of "The Train to Destiny" featuring Ben Wade!

In this chapter, Katie wrestles with what she knows and deciding whether Ben needs to know as well. Ben, meanwhile, has dinner with Emmy, surprising both of them with an offer...

Click here to read Chapter Three of "The Train to Destiny"!

To see the story's full index, click here!

(Ben Wade is Russell Crowe's character from the film "3:10 To Yuma", released 7 September 2007 by Lionsgate. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Thursday, June 11, 2009

New Leaf, Same Tree - by Layne

Richie wakes up in unfamiliar territory, not only has he spent the night at Jessie's, but nothing happened! He has some awkward navigating to do before their date that afternoon!

Click here to read chapter seven of "New Leaf, Same Tree"!

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(Richie Roberts is Russell Crowe's character from the film "American Gangster", released 2 November 2007 by Universal Studios. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Back In Harness - by Thorne's Rose

The next chapter in the exciting serial from Thorne's Rose, takes us through the beginnings of negotiations for Trevor's and his co-workers' lives. But the kidnappers have a demand that will make the negotiations much more difficult for Terry's team, especially once Waltham refuses to comply.

Click here to enjoy Thorne's Rose Chapter Three of "Back In Harness"!

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(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Monday, June 8, 2009

Fortuna's Favourite - by Jackie

A new chapter to Jackie's exciting "Fortuna's Favourite" finds Jack at odds with himself, knowing he shouldn't be missing Cat, but also knowing the enemy ship, now taken as a prize, is the best place for her and so he takes to the sea for a naked swim around his beloved Surprise for inspection.

What he finds once back on board in all his glory will render the Captain quite speechless!

Click here to read Chapter 20 of Fortuna's Favourite!

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(Captain "Lucky" Jack Aubrey is Russell Crowe's character from the film, "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World" released 14 November 2003 by 20th Century Fox. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Unexpected Opportunity - by Layne

Lacey and Ben have spent a beautiful night together and with the morning all seems well. A beautiful day, honest work and the company of a beautiful woman completely enamoured of him, suit Ben just fine. The underlying current of things to come, the only dark moments in a day he'd like to live always.

Click here to read Layne's Chapter Eight of "Unexpected Opportunity"!

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(Ben Wade is Russell Crowe's character from the film "3:10 To Yuma", released 7 September 2007 by Lionsgate. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Saturday, June 6, 2009

Shadows - by KC

We're racing towards the thrilling conclusion of KC's incredible "Shadows" serial, featuring Bud White in a story that continues from the end of the movie!

In this chapter, Bud finds his aunt, Wanda, is now in the clutches of his father and after all these years it's finally time to confront the bastard. Which Wendell White will do the most damage?

Click here to read the exciting Chapter Fourteen of KC's "Shadows"!

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(Bud White is Russell Crowe's character from the film "LA Confidential" released 19 September 1997 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Cold - by Meredyth

Meredyth has written a somewhat dark examination of the life of Terry Thorne that takes place just before he leaves for Chechnya. A journey into the mind-set of a man whose profession requires he makes no ties, no connections.

A wonderfully layered tale, click here to step into the mind of Terry Thorne, with Meredyth's "Cold".

(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

The Lady and the Cypher - by Ree

Chapter Three of Ree's highly involving "Lady and the Cypher" is now posted at Rough Magic!

Terry and Dino have hit rough times with the falling economy and suddenly find themselves needing to scramble to save an important account. But two surprises during the important meeting have them thinking fast and operating by the seat of their pants!

Click here to enjoy Ree's Chapter Three of "Lady and the Cypher"!


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(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Sybil's Place - by Jackie

Terry Thorne has walked the boulevard from his office to his apartment many nights in the five years since Tecala, but on this night there's a door he has not seen before that will take him to a place he didn't know he needed to go. A place where he'll find what he didn't know he was looking for. A place he may never find again but on the one night he truly must.

Sybil's Place.

This is an incredibly unique and distinctively powerful tale from Jackie.

Click here to enjoy "Sybil's Place"!

(Terry Thorne is Russell Crowe's character from the film "Proof of Life" released 8 December 2000 by Warner Brothers. The story linked to herein is for entertainment purposes only and no copyright infringement is intended.)