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...Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)...
Evan Rachel Wood Mischa Barton Julia Whelan Sarah Lind
Originally played Lizzy Caplan


Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers) is based on the American Television series, intitled "Once and Again", which starred Sela Ward as Lily Manning and Billy Campbell as Rick Sammler. The series revolved around the romance of Rick and Lily as recent divorcee's and the blending of the two families. In the last season, Jessie Sammler (Evan Rachel Wood) formed a strong new friendship with Katie Singer (Mischa Barton), little did Jessie know but Katie was gay and in love with her from the start. Jessie first denied Katie was gay and but had to admit it when she recieved a letter from Katie, explaining her feelings. Forcing Jessie to confront her own feelings for her new friend. After a magical first kiss, their relationship was cut short, due to the series foolish cancellation by the ABC network in May 2002. More . . .

Main Archive (Season Five)   Story Intro   Character Bios
Series One (ch. 1-22)   Series Two (ch. 23-44)   Series Three (ch. 45-66)   Series Four (ch. 66-88)

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...written by Mr. TVM w/ CJ Ames...

...series four (chapters 66-88)...




























Jessie and Katie : Coming Back For You (67)   * R *   {added on 09/17/07}   4th Season Premiere
In the ALL NEW 67th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Joanna (special guest star Shannon Curfman) feels her world spinning in ways she thought it never would as she meets Brittany (Alessandra Toreson) for dinner and gets the lowdown on everything her old 'friend' has been up to. Meanwhile, Cori's father, Kile Molloy, returns with news and an offer that forces a major showdown between him and Rick. Later, Joey meets a 'handsome stronger' that seems enamored with her and Jessie and Stephanie (Nikki Reed) have a not so private conversation.

Jessie and Katie : ...in your arms I'll love again (68)   * R *   {added on 09/24/07}  
In the ALL NEW 68th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Jessie awakes from a startling dream to the ringing of the telephone and to the person who had just starred in that very dream. The conversation that follows takes a twist that may change Jessie's life forever. Meanwhile, Joanna awakes from her own sleep with Brittany by her side and having to make a major decision on exactly what she wants, only to be shook violently back to reality when Brittany's past comes haunting in a way neither would ever forget. Later, the chaos of Joanna and Brittany's tangle with the past spills over to the usually peaceful Sammler-Manning manor and the destruction may not be over as a bloosoming relationship maybe ended before it even gets a chance to really shine.

Jessie and Katie : In Your Arms I'll Love Again (69)   * R *   {added on 10/01/07}  
In the ALL NEW 69th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Jessie recieves the shock of a lifetime when her bedroom door opens and she sees the person standing on the other side. Following a revealing conversation with her guest, Jessie has a major announcement to share with a shocked Lily and then with an even more shocked Sarah and Grace. Meanwhile, Cori's fear of Kile is dampened when she recieves a call from a very unexpected person and finally gets to meet the other side of her family. Later, Zoe, bored out of her mind decides to reach out and see if the friendship with Mandy is real, only to be met by Sam and Jennifer's beyond confusing coments and actions.

Jessie and Katie : Pink Cowboy Hat (70)   * PG-13 *   {added on 10/08/07}  
In the ALL NEW 70th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Zoe, again bored out of her mind, excitedly excepts an invite from Mandy (Camryn Grimes) to go 'stomping' at the mall. An event which has it's up and downs as Mandy runs into Logan and Zoe fears the night of fun will be ruined before it even had a chance to really start. Meanwhile, Shady (special guest star Lynsey Bartilson) and Katie finally get a proper introduction to Brittany (Alessandra Toreson) when Joanna (special guest star Shannon Curfman) calls to offer thanks for Shady's help with the 'Grey incident'. Later, Mandy and Zoe arrive back at the palace just as Shady and Katie make a startling and revealing discovery concerning Sam and Jennifer's activities over the last few days.

Jessie and Katie : My Daughter (71)   * PG-13 *   {added on 10/15/07}  
In the ALL NEW 71st chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), the hallways are buzzing with activity as first Jennifer bitterly confronts Zoe and Mandy. Mandy then surprising Zoe with an invite for another night on the town, this time at the lake. Meanwhile, Shady and Katie finally get to meet Joanna's new/old girlfriend Brittany in person and Katie gets quite a shock she spots Jessie with her new love, Stephanie. Prompting another appearance of 'jealous Shady', but Katie refuses to let her give into the feelings and makes a heartfelt announcement of her own. Later, Grace and Sarah finally arrive in Naples, Florida to meet the man who they hope is Sarah's real father.

Jessie and Katie : Dance Baby (72)   * PG-13 *   {added on 10/22/07}  
In the ALL NEW 72nd chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Zoe and Mandy (Camryn Grimes) make plans to head for the lake when an offer from a surprising source threatens to ruin the night before it even starts. Meanwhile, Cori anxiously awaits the arrival of a very special person, a first meeting that will lead to changes at Sammler-Manning Manor that will last forever. Also, with Grace and Sarah still in Florida, Jessie and Stephanie (Nikki Reed) spend some quality time as they apartment sit. And of course this leads to an eye opening experience for Stephanie as she gets her first 'taste' of Jessie. Later, a rain storm catches Mandy and Zoe at the lake.

Jessie and Katie : Stomp With Me Baby (73)   * PG-13 *   {added on 10/29/07}  
In the ALL NEW 73rd chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), while spending time with Stephanie at Sarah's place, Jessie and Stephanie (special guest star Nikki Reed) have a showdown over Jessie's refusal to let Steph drive her home in the storm that's surging just outside the window. The next morning, Mandy (Camryn Grimes) gladly accept Lily's offer of hot coffee and a side of conversation. Meanwhile in Florida, Sarah and grace take a stroll along the beach only to meet an older couple, one of whom draws a great interest in Sarah's apartment building back in Chicago. Later, Mandy and Zoe arrive in the Upton-Sin Claire parking lot and Mandy dishes out some advice to an uncertain Zoe and Logan goes over the line in his attempt to get Mandy back.

Jessie and Katie : Come Hell or High Water (74)   * PG-13 *   {added on 11/05/07}  
In the ALL NEW 74th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Jessie and Stephanie make their much awaited return to West Lafayette and the confrontation both are dearly dreading. Both fearing Karen will not take the news of their new relationship well. Little do they know but Karen and August have got a major bombshell to drop themselves. Meanwhile, Mandy gives Zoe some advice on how to dress and Zoe returns the favor as they prepare for their double date. Later, Katie makes a shocking discovery about Shady's father, Donald, and finally extracts some much anticipated revenge from a person who adores dealing out pain herself.

Jessie and Katie : The Straight Stephanie Game (75)   * PG-13 *   {added on 11/12/07}  
In the ALL NEW 75th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Zoe and Mandy find themselves sharing time with two apparently nice guys on their big double date. But all is not as calm as it may seem, and before either knows whats happening, events spin in a totally unexpected and unwelcomed way. Meanwhile in Marco Island, Florida, Sarah and Grace arrive for dinner at Anita and Jamison's and find he's already well into the planning stages of his intended representation of Sarah in the potential sale of her building. Later, with Karen and August gone for the day on a picnic, Jessie and Stephanie must find something to amuse themselves. So alone in a big empty house, they invent a new game that both soon begin to enjoy, maybe a little too much, but the end result is a shock that neither will ever forget.

Jessie and Katie : Ten Feet Tall and Bulletproof (76)   * PG-13 *   {added on 11/19/07}  
In the ALL NEW 76th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Stephanie stares in shock at the face of the person standing in the door way to Casa De August. Only to recover her senses and confront the person who has caused her more pain than she cares to admit. Hoping now to make them feel much the same way they've made her feel for far too long. Later, Mandy drops a couple of surprises on Zoe as the Upton-Sinclaire rumor mill goes into overkill with talk of the school years 'hot new couple'. It seems that Sarah and Grace have heard the same thing and search out Zoe and her 'new friend' for some answers. Meanwhile, Jessie and Stephanie celebrate the fact that they're simply together wth a little private fun...GAME ON!

Jessie and Katie :SIX HUNDRED FUCKIN DOLLARS? (77)   * PG-13 *   {added on 11/26/07}  
In the ALL NEW 77th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Lily worries that Zoe has been abandoned by her new 'best friend' as Mandy goes missing for two days. Of course, Zoe shows all the signs of missing her new friend until a 'break in the clouds' changes everything for the better. Later, Sam (again) makes an issue out of Zoe and Mandy's new found friendship, prompting Mandy's father Donald to intervene and set both of his daughters straight. Even later, at the mall, Mandy makes an impulsive buy that's both expensive and very suggestive of how she may really feel.

Jessie and Katie :I Wish You Could Stay (78)   * PG-13 *   {added on 12/03/07}  
In the ALL NEW 77th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Zoe finds herself caught in a small lie as Lily and Rick both question her about the sudden appearance of her new leather coat. Meanwhile, Joey and Cori find out a little something new about Passion, it seems that Cori's 'new sister' is fascinated by watching two girls kiss. Something that gives Joey a very interesting idea and which turns out with a revelation by Passion that comes as a surprise to Joey. Meanwhile, Sarah and Grace have a bit of fun with Sarah's lawyer, old long name. Later, Joanna gets some bad news about her now ex-roommate Rose, she's borrowed money off of Joanna's cranky landlord Ms. Parker. And even worse she's ripped Joanna's parents off of even more money. The only thing that makes the situation better is a phone call from an old friend.

Jessie and Katie :First Time...Second Time Around (79)   * NC-17 *   {added on 12/10/07}  
In the ALL NEW 79th chapter of Jessie and Katie in (Friends and Lovers), Stephanie gives some advice to an uncertain Zoe and asks Lily for some advice of her own, concerning a subject that has been on the girls mind a lot lately. Later, Jessie and Stephanie finally find the time alone to do what comes naturally and this time it won't be interrupted by an outside source. A night which neither will ever forget features Jessie's latest display of her remarkable singing talent and Stephanie's use of a certain floor play tactic that Jessie is growing to adore. Culmintating in a moment or rather moments that serves to seal the bond between the two of them.

Jessie and Katie : Amanda McCree's Pick (80)   * PG-13 *   {added on 01/14/08}  
In the ALL NEW 80th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Zoe and Mandy's big double date takes centerstage as Mandy tries in vain to get lost in the charming smile of her date Wylan. While Zoe finds herself initially flattered by the attention of her date (Brian), but Mandy has a very different feeling on the actions of the same person. Later, when Brian's actions toward Zoe cross the line, Mandy loses her cool and throws caution to the wind in her quest to help her friend. Resulting in a shocking moment that feels 'natural' to two people and comes as no surprise to another.

Jessie and Katie : Stay A Little Longer (81)   * PG-13 *   {added on 01/21/08}  
In the ALL NEW 81st episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Zoe pays Jessie an early morning visit to get some advice and ends up spilling the beans about a few more topics than she had planned. Of course Zoe is not the only one who has a surprising story that gets revealed, as Jessie's 'dirty laundry' gets uncovered as well. Meanwhile, Passion gets bad news times two as Kile decides he has to send Passion to live with her Grandmother, leading Cori to go to bat in a big way for her new sister. Later, Zoe and Mandy find themselves trying to make peace with an old enemy.

Jessie and Katie : I Choose You (82)   * PG-13 *   {added on 01/28/08}  
In the ALL NEW 82nd episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Katie awakes from a playful dream about the girl she loves to the ringing of the phone only to find the object of her desire on the other end. Katie's morning though takes a horrible turn for the worse when she is confronted by her father over false accusations concerning her and Shady's relationship. A scene which soon turns into an all-out family destroying brawl that forces Katie to again, 'Choose'. Meanwhile, Sarah and Grace make the announcement that Sarah has decided to sell her building. Later, Katie tries to make peace with her current girlfriend and former girlfriend that being her now friend, Sarah. Who is not to excepting of Shady's offer of apology at first.

Jessie and Katie : 1, pound and send (83)   * PG-13 *   {added on 02/04/08}  
In the ALL NEW 83rd episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Mandy and Shady begin a battle that started with what sounded like a simple request from one sister to another but soon turns into an ugly war of words. Ending with Mandy showing up for her big movie night with Zoe and Lily in tears. Later at the Palace, a game of cat-and-mouse between Shady and Katie leads to some surprising revelations and discoveries, first from one to the other and later with Katie's brother Kevin. Meanwhile, Mandy and Zoe finally confront what's been building since the moment they became friends, but what they don't know is...their being watched.

Jessie and Katie : She Loves Me Too (84)   * R *   {added on 02/11/08}  
In the ALL NEW 84th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Mandy arrives home floating on cloud nine only to find that Sam is again attempting to drive a wedge between her older sister and Zoe. Realizing it's better to end it now than later, Mandy makes a single phone call and let's Sam hear for herself the news that will finally conclude their competition over Zoe. Later, Mandy and Zoe let the secret of their new found relationship slip out by accident when Lily stumbles upon a private moment between the two. Finally, Zoe is confused as to what the girl she loves is up to as Mandy drags her back to the palace on an apparent mission to prove some kind of a point. Zoe though isn't so easily convinced.

Jessie and Katie : Do You Wanna...Google My Yahoo? (85)   * R *   {added on 03/03/08}  
In the ALL NEW 85th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Mandy and Shady make one last attempt at peace with Katie and Zoe trying to referee the battle. Katie and Zoe though soon find themselves in a chase around the mansion after making a comment that neither McCree sister found all that amusing. Meanwhile, Passion and Cori press Rick about an idea they have. Later, Rick lets his anger over the Grace/August situation surface, prompting a verbal confrontation with first Jessie and then Stephanie. Even later, Mandy arrives back at the palace with a painful reminder of her latest visit to the tanning bed.

Jessie and Katie : Screaming My Love Out loud (86)   * R *   {added on 03/17/08}  
In the ALL NEW 86th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Katie and Shady wake up to the usual games of cat-and-mouse at the Palace which forces them into explaining 'their thing' to yet another member of the immediate family. Meanwhile in West Lafayette, Jessie and Stephanie concoct a plan that will provide them with a few minutes of peace, inviting the family down for the day, including Sarah and Grace, Eli and Rae Ann. Later, Sarah's none to happy about having to see Karen again, but that is washed away by a phone call from a very unwelcomed paerson. One that leads Sarah and Grace to finally admit they've been to Indiana several times before.

Jessie and Katie : Jan and the Three Stooges (87)   * R *   {added on 03/24/08}  
In the ALL NEW 87th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', Lily and Rick debate over how to handle the situation with Grace and Sarah heading to West Lafayette to see August. Finally making a decision that could have disasterous consequences. Meanwhile in Indiana, Sarah and Grace arrive with not one but two surprise guests in tow, leading to a serious 'watershed' moment between two old enemies. Later, Cori and Joey get real about where their relationship is heading.

Jessie and Katie : Peace Offering (88) *4th Season Finale*  * R *   {added on 03/24/08}  
In the ALL NEW 88th episode of 'Jessie and Katie (in Friends and Lovers)', The past comes back to haunt Grace and Sarah as the "family" get together at August's in West Lafayette is just taking shape. All the fun though is soon interrupted by an uninvited guest who insists on trouble of a big kind...and gets way more than they ever bargained. Meanwhile, Zoe and Mandy show Passion a bit of the Windy City's good side, the local mall. Later, Rick and Lily becomes the latest of the day's surprise guest to arrive at August's and as can be expected after such a sorted history, tensions are noticeably high.