Surface by Dee (NC-17)

[katkim.livejournal.com]

Fandom: HARRY POTTER
Pairing: Harry/Draco
Author on LJ: cupiscent
Author Website: Extra Curriculum
Why this must be read: There is a lot of Harry/Draco fic where they hate each other, but not really. All well and good in my eyes, but what if Draco doesn't secretly love Harry? This fic manipulates a common plot premise in HP and tells us a dark, ruthlessly story where Draco discovers that Harry wants him, and decides to use it to his advantage because that's how he is.

The aspect that struck me most about this fic, is the lack of feeling. And told from Draco's POV, that's how it should be. Yet, don't let that put you off. It's so very cold, but it packs a powerful punch. Brilliant. And Dee matches Draco's coldness in her writing style, which is minimalistic and clean, in contrast to the complicated power games and conflicts she conveys.

Quality, quality angst.

Surface

Comments

[shayheyred.livejournal.com]

I read this story because the premise sounded intriguing, though I'm not in the fandom. But WOW~ you're absolutely correct. Brilliant, spare writing, intense throughout. WOnderful. Thanks for the rec.

[katkim.livejournal.com]

Hey, glad you liked it. I always get a buzz when someone who doesn't normally read HP reads and comments. Thanks.

[miss-lurker.livejournal.com]

I'm seconding her comment. I'm not in the fandom but this definitely wants to make me find more. Thanks for the rec.

P.S.-You icon is cute. =)

[katkim.livejournal.com]

Pleasure. This is what crack_van is for. And it's nice to know these posts are selling the HP fandom. I hope you read more :)

[aymelek.livejournal.com]

I followed this link from a friend of mine and I am a total fan of Harry/Draco stories so naturally I had to read this one! I just have to say... wow! That is not the usual Harry/Draco story and I loved it! The ending was especially good, a little tear jerking, but good none-the-less! :) Do you have any other stories archived anywhere?