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Fandom: DOCTOR WHO Pairing: None Author on LJ: cryptile Author Website: Cryptile on Teaspoon Why this must be read: The girl in the lift wants to know everything. The Doctor meets Rose Tyler, the girl who wants to know. This is a really excellent take on how the Doctor's view of Rose expanded as the first episode went on, focusing on how Rose just won't leave him alone. It's a wonderful portrayal of just what will make Rose such a good companion for the Doctor -- her persistence, curiosity and bravery is all very clearly shown here, through the Doctor's eyes -- as well as being a very interesting view on the Doctor in the wake of his great tragedy.
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Fandom: BATTLESTAR GALACTICA (2003) Pairing: Kara/Lee Author on LJ: voleuseAuthor's Website: moodficWhy this must be read:Well, every month of recs needs a good smutfic, in my humble opinion, and this is a good smutfic. In fact, as a bonus, it is the first in a trio of connected smutfics written by an author who gets lots of action on the crack_van because she's just that good at putting words together. Set in S1 around the time of "Colonial Day", this fic features Kara and Lee bantering, being illicit, and sexing in very nice ways. Relatively angst-free while still maintaining believable characterization-- and really, what else can I say? A Tyrant Spell | | |
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Fandom: HIGHLANDER Pairing: none Author on LJ: keerawaAuthor Website: not known Why this must be read:because it's funny and it's going to give you warm, fuzzy feelings for Richie. There is also disturbing imagery of Santa - what more could you want? From the Mangled Journal of Richie Ryan | | |
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Fandom: STARGATE SG1 Pairing: Sam/Jack Author on LJ: lyssieAuthor Website: Lyss' Insanity LairWhy this must be read: Written in the hardboiled crime fiction style of the 1920's-1940's, lyssie takes well known characters from Stargate SG1 (along with some lesser known ones, and a couple from Stargate Atlantis) and throws them into an AU crime thriller that works surprisingly well. The writing is fresh and engaging, and the characterisations ring true. ( excerpt )Caper | | |
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Fandom: STAR WARS Pairing: None Author on LJ: rhoddletAuthor Website: http://shadow.andvapor.org/Why this must be read:Rhoddlet is the mistress of the stream of consciousness narrative that ties itself neatly together in the end. This story is no exception. The central story of Anakin learning to swim mixes itself with insights into Obi-Wan, Anakin, and Qui-Gon, all in a quiet, disjointed way. Swim | | |
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Fandom: ANGEL Pairing: Wesley/Spike Author on LJ: rayne_y_dazeAuthor Website Daze of RayneWhy this must be read: The wonderful thing about this fic is the clarity of the voices; the author captures both Wes and Spike spot on in all their dry, snarky glory. It's just a short, funny breath of fresh air. Check it out and let the author know you enjoyed it. Valentine's Traditions | | |
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I have a sort of matched pair of recs today. Fandom: SENTINEL Pairing: Jim/Blair Author on LJ: gardendoorAuthor Website: http://www.geocities.com/gardendoor/Why this must be read: I really love Blair-gets-amnesia-and-regresses-to-his-childhood stories (and why aren't there any stories where that happens to Jim, I wonder?). I really like this one because it doesn't leave the toys in mint condition, neatly back in their proper places at the end, but there's still a happy ending. And I adore the way Blair keeps all the fragments coordinated--it's so perfectly Blair. ETA: embroiderama found a Jim-gets-amnesia story; link in comments. Part 1Part 2 | | |
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Fandom: HOUSE Pairing: None Atuhor on LJ: sam_storytellerAuthor Website: Memories here. Why this must be read: Because it’s a funny, realistic look at how Chase, Cameron and Foreman might have been hired. The story is from Chase’s POV, but all the major characters have a least a couple choice lines. I especially like the story of Cameron's hiring. Sam’s been recced before (for his excellent Synchronicity) and with good reason. ( Excerpt )"She's stunning," House observed, but Robert saw that look, the one he was already learning to recognise, which meant in about ten minutes either someone would be healed or something would explode. It was his I have an epiphany look. "If I were that stunning, I definitely wouldn't have an MD."
"If you were that stunning I'd have married you instead of Julie," Wilson said.
"So what's wrong with Allison Cameron?" House asked himself.
"Nothing," Wilson said firmly. A muscle flickered in House's jaw. He was still thinking hard about something.
"Fine," he said. "Chase, go find something to do. I'm going to go pretend to interview her before I hire her."
As he walked away, Wilson made a very small yes! gesture, then looked deeply ashamed of himself.
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Fandom: SENTINEL Pairing: Jim/Blair Author on LJ: alyburnsAuthor Website: http://k9kennel.skeeter63.org/Alyjude.htmWhy this must be read: Five-year-old Blair. Really, need I say more? Well, I'm gonna, anyway. *G* Alyjude takes the nearly universal fannish amnesia plot and makes it dance with the joy of being five, and though there are many poignant moments, and a few angsty places, the overall tone of the story is quietly happy and loving. She draws a wonderful picture of one kind of love flowing (almost) seamlessly into another, and how sometimes the worst things can bring you some of the best things. She shows us what a wonderful father Jim might have been. And all without an excess of schmaltz. The Healer | | |
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