A Thoughtful, Moving Exploration of Passionate Youth by thehoyden (NC-17)

[qbic1.livejournal.com]

Oh, wow, It's July, I must be reccing Naruto. Sorry for the delay, I missed the email. This time, look for some new pairings mixed with the familiar. If there is a pairing you are interested in, drop me a line. I've got tons available. But for 2011, we're starting off with a pair of new fanfic from one of my all-time favorite authors.

Fandom: Naruto
Pairing: Gai/Iruka - yes, yes, I know but trust me, it's incredible
Length: 15,424 words
Author on LJ: thehoyden's LJ
Author Website: thehoyden
Why this must be read:

If you've never read this pairing, don't worry. Neither have most of us. But thehoyden makes it ridiculously believable. Set in a very slight AU where Iruka takes in an abandoned Naruto, A Thoughtful, Moving Exploration of Passionate Youth is a delightful, surprising romance even the author didn't expect to write. When his friends snub him after adopting the container of nine-tailed fox, Iruka finds life different than he ever dreamed. But it's the Green Beast of Konaho that provides the most the unexpected possibilities. A true romance to make Harlequin proud, this should make you smile.

A Thoughtful, Moving Exploration of Passionate Youth

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Comments

[shayheyred.livejournal.com]

Excellent rec. Hoyden is a damn fine writer.

[qbic1.livejournal.com]

Thank you; I hope you enjoy both of today's recs.

[slr2moons.livejournal.com]

Ooooh, I'll definitely be reading this. :D I look forward to seeing all of your Naruto recs. It's one of my favorite fandoms!

Since you asked, I do have a few requests! Gaara/anyone, though I have read Maldoror's Gaara/Lee epic. Sai/anyone, Hinata/anyone, and Sakura/anyone. Basically my favorite characters. If you can rec any goodfic for them, I'd be very grateful!

Thanks for driving the crack van for Naruto. ^^

[qbic1.livejournal.com]

Oh, thank you. It's nice to have requests. Truthfully, I don't have any Sai fiction in my 'Rec' File. While there is quite a bit newer stuff out there on him, the quality is .. mmm, still improving!?! Love Hinata and Sakura, I've got plans for both of them before the month is out. But next to Naruto/Sasuke, Gaara is my favorite so expect to see a Kazikage rec or two.

Thank you for commenting!! Love to know someone is reading.

[bibliokat.livejournal.com]

This is my *favorite* of Hoyden's! Naruto (and Iruka) getting a family ♥. And the Kakashi bits!!!

[bibliokat.livejournal.com]

Pairing-wise, I really like Naruto/Sasuke if you've got any:)

[qbic1.livejournal.com]

Yes, yes, they are my favorite pairing so ... watch this space. NaruSasu is coming soon!

Thanks for your comments.

[bibliokat.livejournal.com]

WOOOOO!

You're very welcome:) Thanks for taking the time to rec!