Conflicts of Interest by Pru (PG-13--for language)

[talitha78.livejournal.com]

Fandom: SMALLVILLE
Pairing: Clark/Lex (kinda)
Author on LJ: rageprufrock
Author Website: http://glitterati.illuminatedtext.com/site.html
Why this must be read:

This is almost on the order of an insta-rec. Pru only finished this story 10 days ago, although it had been posted as a Work-in-Progress on her LJ prior to that. It's a wonderful story, so I'm very glad to be able to rec it this month. The story is quite a technical feat: it sustains over 100 pages of narrative from a child's point of view, and manages to remain faithful to this perspective without slipping into preciousness. The child in question is Conner Clark Luthor, the genetic offspring of Lex Luthor and Clark Kent. Apparently Clark and Lex having a child created from their combined DNA is DC comics canon, which in and of itself is a complete hoot. Conner is a great character, and he has wonderful adventures as he seeks the truth of his origins, and attempts to connect with his elusive "mom." By turns touching and hilarious, "Conflicts of Interest" is a fun and satisfying read.

Conflicts of Interest

Comments

Conflicts of Interest

[luthorienne.livejournal.com]

I think this may be the best fanfic I've ever read. It made me laugh, and at the end, it made me cry. It certainly made me wish I was a better writer.

Re: Conflicts of Interest

[talitha78.livejournal.com]

Isn't it a great story? I'm very happy I got to rec it.

[mareen.livejournal.com]

I've started to read this and love it so far. Thanks for the rec. :)

Just wondering one thing: Does this turn into "real" slash or is the "Clark/Lex (kinda)" only about them having a kid together?

[talitha78.livejournal.com]

I'm glad you're enjoying the story; make sure you give the author some feedback! :)

To answer your question: no, it's not particularly slashy.

Great Rec!

[laceymcbain.livejournal.com]

I just read this about a week or so ago, and loved it. It's funny and the Lex-voice is hilarious. Now I'm reading the next story arc, "Visiting Hours" when Conner is 15 (beware: WiP). It can be found in Prufrock's Memories section if anyone's interested (and I'm sure you will be.)

Re: Great Rec!

[talitha78.livejournal.com]

Oooh, thanks for the tip. I haven't read the next arc.