Love's a Funny Thing, by Azdak (PG)

[saki101.livejournal.com]

Fandom: MAN FROM UNCLE
Pairing: Slash - (pairing withheld)
Length: 10,797
Author on LJ: azdak
Author Website: some of her stories are archived under the name Victoria Martin on File 40 http://file40.net/file40n.html
Why this must be read: This is a perfectly-formed jewel of a story. The author allows us to see Illya from the perspective of a very perceptive original character whose careful observation reveals many things. There are plots within plots, great characterisations, humourous dialogue and telling details which create an atmosphere which lingers in the mind long after the story has been read...and reread.

The trap had sprung, but to my surprise Mr K. suddenly burst out laughing. "It's obvious you've never met Napoleon," he said. "He's the most heterosexual man you'll ever meet. And I know you're all experts in the field."

That triggered a lively discussion among the girls about what this Napoleon must be like, and what "the most heterosexual man you'll ever meet" actually meant, and whether his voice as heard on the talking pen sounded like he was a fairy or not. The only one who didn't join in was Trace, who gave Mr K. a sympathetic look and said nothing.


Love's a Funny Thing

Comments

[elmey.livejournal.com]

This is an incredibly layered story. Molly's voice is just about perfect. It's also one of those stories that makes you realize that easy categorization into a specific genre doesn't always work. Everyone should read it.

[saki101.livejournal.com]

Yes, I kept debating with myself how to categorise it (other than as wonderful and subtle),I wanted to review definitions! As you say, everyone should read it.