Los Vivos y Los Muertos by przed (PG)

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Title: Los Vivos y Los Muertos
Fandom: The Man From UNCLE
Pairing: Napoleon/Illya, but nothing graphic
Author on LJ: przed
Author Website: P.R. Zed's UNCLE Fanfic page, request for password
Why this must be read:

I think it's impossible not to like P.R. Zed, but I'm rather biased as her works helped suck me into this fandom in the first place. Compelling plots, delicious partnership chemistry, intriguing OCs, careful attention to detail in depicting time and place - what's there not to like? I'm normally skeptical of supernatural stories, but Zed's strong knowledge of canon makes the reincarnation of Dr. Egret even more diabolical than ever. But it would be a great disservice to call this a "hell hath no fury like a woman scorned"/unfinished business story. Zed strikes the perfect balance of banter and bittersweetness as the partners help each other heal from past spiritual wounds and attain closure. This is one of the few stories I've ever read anywhere that actually left me in tears, but it is well worth reading this work by such a masterful writer.

Los Vivos y Los Muertos