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Summary: Nick Carter always thought life was going to be perfect. But then things start falling apart. His wife is dead, his children are suddenly uncontrollable, and something is wrong with Joshua... *based on a true story*






Rated: PG-13
Categories: Fanfiction > Backstreet Boys
Characters: Group, Nick
Genres: Angst, Drama
Warnings: Death
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 48
Completed: No
Word count: 30449
Read: 77208
Published: 06/17/06
Updated: 12/30/06

1. Prologue by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (975 words)
This is one of my first stories, so be nice (also, be honest about it!). Please let me now what you think.

2. Frozen in time by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (533 words)

3. We'll cross that bridge by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (532 words)

4. Torn by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (541 words)

5. Within normal ranges by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (546 words)

6. A lot more in stake by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (475 words)
Okay, you knew this was coming, before I forget.
DISCLAIMER: This story was entirely a product of my imagination and (fortunately) it has no connection whatsoever with reality. I don't own the following characters: Brian Littrell, Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Howie Dorough and Kevin Richardson. However, I do own Joshua, Jamie, Ryan, Michael, Julia, Shane, Dr. Harrisson, Dr. Fernandez and Mrs. Gardner.

7. It's a long road by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (606 words)
Okay, I think this is going to be all for today. But don't worry, the summer's coming up and I'll have plenty of time to update! ;)

8. Sometimes you need things to be taken away from you by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (609 words)
Thanks for all the kind reviews! Here's another chapter.
I'm open to any suggestions, if you have any ideas about the story.

9. A day that will be forever etched in my mind by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (507 words)
Okay, this chapter is kind of heavy on medical stuff (compared to the rest). I hope you like it. Please review! (I just love it when I get reviews =D)

10. A new normal by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (513 words)
Okay, here it starts moving along a little faster. REVIEW PLEASE!

11. Everything might be okay after all by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (580 words)

12. Leave us alone by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (548 words)

13. All in me by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (574 words)
Hey there, I hope you like this chapter, it may seem simple but in fact it's taken me longer than most. REVIEW!! =)

14. Yearning for attention by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (586 words)

15. Deeply offended reader by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (579 words)
Turns out I'm not headed for reporter. (you'll get it once you've read it) R/r!

16. A family photograph by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (652 words)

17. Hold my hand by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (641 words)
I hope you like it.
I've fixed several things throughout the story which were major plot holes (oops!), so now it makes a little more sense.
Please review!

18. Music heals by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (657 words)

19. I'm afraid that you don't love me by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (701 words)

20. Never silent long enough by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (702 words)
Review? =)

21. One day at a time by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (712 words)

22. Hopefully... by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (709 words)
By the time I finish this story, my readers and I will be experts on leukemia, lol. Review? =)

23. Her name is Julia by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (606 words)

24. I know the feeling by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (791 words)
I always feel more encouraged to write it you review *hints* =)
Happy 4th of July, by the way. While I was writing this chapter I was listening to Weather storm, Leaving Paris and Laura's theme (lol, my theme) by Craig Armstrong. Now you're thinking, so what? Well, this music put me in a certain mood. Music is inspiration, as I like to say. You know how some people post lyrics that go with the text? Those three songs are the ones that go with this chapter.

25. Lingering sadness by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (641 words)
The music that goes with this chapter: PM's love theme, by Craig Armstrong. Moonlight Sonata, by Beethoven.

26. Just reflecting by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (732 words)
Weather Storm, Craig Armstrong (I know, I already used that one. But it seems fitting).
Everything I do, Bryan Adams.

27. Can't be helped by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (779 words)
Nocturne in G minor, Chopin.
P?pinot, Bruno Coulais (The Chorus).
Come fly with me, Frank Sinatra.

28. Can you? by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (615 words)
Sorry, I took much longer to update than I thought I would. I will be updating more from now on.
I hope you like the chapter, I'm a bit "rusty".

29. Out of hand by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (621 words)

30. Not his fault by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (652 words)

31. All these emotions by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (607 words)
I'm on a roll! Hope you like it!

32. Always scared by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (723 words)

33. Back home by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (530 words)

34. He's a strong guy by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (790 words)
Okay, here's a longer one, since I've taken a little longer than usual now. I've been busy with my other story, "A new truth", go check it out! =)

35. In his hands by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (691 words)
Hey, thanks for your patience and for all those reviews, it's really nice to see what you think. I've been busy with another story I've written, called "A New Truth", if you want to read it, go ahead, it's posted on this site and completed, so you don't have to worry about updates ;). Anyway, thanks. I (?v?) my readers.

36. Anything for a friend by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (721 words)
Again, thanks to backstreet_fanatic for nominating this story. You made my day!

37. Back together by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (579 words)
This one's dedicated to Sophia. The real one. Love ya! =D

38. Different somehow by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (629 words)
I'm sorry it took so long! Here's the next chapter. Please let me know what you think! =)

39. Something special by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (647 words)
Again, sorry that it took so long.

40. Fun, fun, fun by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (536 words)
Yay!! You didn't have to wait a week. =D
Hey, and the reviews, keep 'em coming =P!!

41. In control by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (699 words)

42. Chances by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (726 words)
I've been on holiday, but here's an update to brighten up your day! =)

43. Best and worst by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (700 words)
Update in honor of knky, who asked (begged?)... And Lenni, I "stole" one of your thoughts from one of the reviews.

44. Moods by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (752 words)
Knky, good guess. Other people, take a deep breath before reading. This may come as a bit of a shock.
(and review! I want to know if you expected it!)

45. A dead end by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (726 words)
Ok, so I've had this for a few days, sorry for not getting around to posting *apologetic smile*.

46. Life on hold by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (487 words)
Now begins part 2 of the Road Ahead. It is written from Joshua's point of view from now on.

47. The way they used to be by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (555 words)

48. How's Cometa? by Estrelleta [ - ] Liked (436 words)
Happy New Year, everyone!