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Amor est Vitae Essentia by bibliophile1887 (PG)
Fandom: DOCTOR WHO
Pairing: Ian/Barbara; One, Vicki
Length: 3,558
Warnings: Spoilers for The Romans
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bibliophile1887
Author Website: Fanfic community on LJ
Why this must be read:
The Romans is a favorite among fans of the First Doctor's era, and one of the reasons why is the shippy potential between arguably the first 'OTP' on the program, Ian and Barbara. In her story, Samantha has presented to us several elements -- the attractive between Ian and Barbara, the keen intuition of fellow traveler Vicki and the uneasiness that grows during moments of peace when you're in the TARDIS -- and wrapped it up in an enthralling and enjoyable story of romance between two people who aren't yet fully aware how in love with each other they really are.
The title of the story, Amor est Vitae Essentia, translates roughly into "Love is the essence of life", and if these private moments between Ian and Barbara are anything to go by, that's the honest truth.
“Vicki, I understand what you're saying, or rather, not saying. But we're happy. We don't want to risk damaging a good friendship with something that may not last, or work.”
“You mean, you don't want to risk it.” Vicki turned and walked up the dusty road.
Barbara watched her, amazed at just how grown up Vicki really was.
Amor est Vitae Essentia
Pairing: Ian/Barbara; One, Vicki
Length: 3,558
Warnings: Spoilers for The Romans
Author on LJ:
bibliophile1887Author Website: Fanfic community on LJ
Why this must be read:
The Romans is a favorite among fans of the First Doctor's era, and one of the reasons why is the shippy potential between arguably the first 'OTP' on the program, Ian and Barbara. In her story, Samantha has presented to us several elements -- the attractive between Ian and Barbara, the keen intuition of fellow traveler Vicki and the uneasiness that grows during moments of peace when you're in the TARDIS -- and wrapped it up in an enthralling and enjoyable story of romance between two people who aren't yet fully aware how in love with each other they really are.
The title of the story, Amor est Vitae Essentia, translates roughly into "Love is the essence of life", and if these private moments between Ian and Barbara are anything to go by, that's the honest truth.
“Vicki, I understand what you're saying, or rather, not saying. But we're happy. We don't want to risk damaging a good friendship with something that may not last, or work.”
“You mean, you don't want to risk it.” Vicki turned and walked up the dusty road.
Barbara watched her, amazed at just how grown up Vicki really was.
Amor est Vitae Essentia