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Fandom: STARGATE: ATLANTIS Pairing: Rodney McKay/Ronon Dex Author on LJ: hth_the_firstAuthor Website: Fierce Flawless Why this must be read:This is a longish (for a McDex story, it's definitely long), rather plotty romance, and it has Hth's dead-on Sheppard and McKay voices. I don't want to spoil the dialog or the situations in the story, so I'll just say that it's utterly charming. In the Hands of Yes | |
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Fandom: POPSLASH Pairing: Chris/Lance Author on LJ: turps33 Author Website: YIMANWhy this must be read: Another reunion fic, although it's just for one concert. Terri writes such wonderful Trickyfish, and this is all about how Chris deals with Lance being out, and Chris revisiting an old crush. It's Terri, so it's lovely. Always Known | |
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Fandom: STARGATE: ATLANTIS Pairing: Rodney McKay/Ronon Dex Author on LJ: hth_the_firstAuthor Website: Fierce Flawless Why this must be read:I couldn't believe that one of my all-time favorite Ronon/Rodney stories hadn't been rec'd here yet, so I jumped at the chance. Let's see...perfect Cranky!Rodney voice, classic "I didn't know we were dating" situation, adorable Ronon--it's got everything a light-hearted SGA slash story should have. Thirteen O'Clock | |
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Fandom: SMALLVILLE Pairing: (Clark) Author on LJ: ivorykissAuthor Website: Fic TagWhy this must be read: An interesting take on Clark Kent's issues with solar flares. Plus, it's barn wank! and who doesn't love that? My Skin Is Not My Own
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Fandom: SENTINEL Pairing: Jim/Blair Author Website: Story found at 852 ProspectWhy this must be read:No one does funny quite like Karen. In this story, the Major Crimes gang decides the best way to get the department shrink off their backs is to feed him to their resident observer... He glanced back over his shoulder at Rafe and Brown -- still delightedly humming the 'Jaws' theme -- and frowned briefly. "Guys, knock it off with the shark music, okay? I'm trying to have a conversation here." He turned back to Devon with another toothy smile. "Let's talk."So What Are You Saying? | |
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Fandom: SENTINEL Pairing: None Author on LJ: sallymnAuthor Website: Story archived at Sentinel ThursdayWhy this must be read:For my last rec, I wanted something sweet and true. Because the best stories are the ones that take facts that have stared you in the face for years and show them to you in such a new light that those details are forever subtly transformed in your mind. Thank you guys; you've made this a great month for me! It Wasn't Just... | |
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Fandom: QUEER AS FOLK UK Pairing: Stuart/Vince Author on LJ: N/A Author Website: Lisa's Archive @ Across The Pond Why this must be read:This is a pre-series story about a fifteen year old Vince who's forced to deal with the problems he's having with his sexuality because of his feelings for Stuart. It's also a story about Stuart and Vince's first kiss. ( Excerpt )Never Been Kissed | |
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Fandom: PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN Pairing: James Norrington Author on LJ: cjk1701Author Website: www.CJK1701.netWhy this must be read: This is a sweet, carefully etched portrait of a young -- very young -- James Norrington. True to period and with some excellent turns of phrase, it's well worth reading. Rapture in the Lonely Shore | |
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Fandom: QUEER AS FOLK UK Pairing: Nathan/Vince, Stuart/Vince Author on LJ: N/A Author Website: Margo's Archive @ Across The Pond Why this must be read:This is an interesting AU with the premise that Nathan ends up going home with Vince instead of Stuart on that first night. I like the idea of this concept. The author uses quotes from the actual series to good effect here. I also like that while the focus is on Nathan and Vince, the Stuart/Vince vibes are still there, right below the surface. ( Excerpt )Good Boy | |
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Fandom: NCIS Pairing: Leroy Jethro Gibbs / Donald 'Ducky' Mallard Author's LJ's: nakeisha, periwinkle27, toomuchfandom, feenixandashes, lonelywalkerWhy this must be read:It's a little weird to rec a Round Robin fic with me participating in it too, but this is just worth the rec, and seeing that we all liked to write the fic, it deserves more attention. This was the first unofficial round robin at ncis_gibbsducky. It's not just slash. It has GEN and HET in it as well. This is the perfect example of how one story can lead to another. ( see here )All the girls - I'm not talking about myself here. That's weird - are brilliant writers, with brilliant minds and an inspiration that just won't stop (they might have a plot bunny farm). Every single part of Noticing is as brilliant as the fic it all started with. ( Excerpt: )NOTICING.If you'd rather want to read the seperate parts: ( seperate parts ) | |
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Fandom: STARGATE: ATLANTIS Pairing: Rodney McKay/Ronon Dex Author on LJ: scribewraithAuthor Website: Scribewraith Recs Why this must be read:The grounded, appealing Ronon POV in this story is why you should read it. I can believe in his actions and reactions, and there's a quiet certainty that is canon Ronon. Understanding | |
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Fandom: HORATIO HORNBLOWER Pairing: William Bush Author on LJ: quigonejinnAuthor Website: It's Sunday, SirWhy this must be read:Based on a fairy tale, "The Bravest Little Tailor", by the Brothers Grimm, quigonejinn has woven a Hornblower fairy tale of her own. Only this time the brave little tailor is a brave little boy from Chichester, with all the superstitious belief that is so much a part of being a sailor. It's a beautiful tale. And a sad one. The Brothers Grimm couldn't have done any better. The Happiness of War | |
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Fandom: MAN FROM U.N.C.L.E. Pairing: Character study of Illya with suggestion of Kuryakin/Solo Author on LJ: eirendelAuthor Website: unknown Why this must be read: What was Illya like during the fifteen year gap when he was with Vanya's? Did he have good or bad memories of his time with UNCLE? This is a fascinating, angsty look into Illya's mind as he thinks back on those years of is life. Eren gets all the little details that make a story just right, such as "Vanya" wearing a chunky watch to hide the scars on his wrist. This was her first Man From UNCLE story, and it's a winner. For a moment, he missed the weight of his Special snugged under his arm, the assurance that others had watched over his home in his absence. The knowledge that help, should he need it, was only a pen’s reach away.One Day | |
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Fandom: THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN Pairing: Chris/Ezra Author on LJ: graculusAuthor Website: The GrottoWhy this must be read: This is one of those 'what if?' fics. Set firmly within the OW and within the timeframe of the pilot of the series, it diverts very early by saying – 'what if it wasn't Chris and Vin that saved Nathan from the lynch mob?' This fic is a great turnaround. Ezra's character is wonderfully explored as the tale is told from his viewpoint. The reader is left trying to forget what they know about canon, and even the main characters as it's Ezra and his eyes that introduces them to you. Obligations | |
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Fandom: STARGATE SG-1 Pairing: Sam/Jack Author on LJ: wisdomeagleAuthor Website: fic index: Stargate: SG-1Why this must be read:There's not a lot of Sam and Jack ship out there that really delves into the very real emotional roadblocks both characters have that would work against them in trying to maintain a relationship while working together. Ari does so, giving a very blunt portrayal of the baggage they both carry, and yet not negating the affection and attraction between them. Car Trouble | |
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