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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: 5145 words Author on LJ: knifeedgeficAuthor Website: Over The EdgeWhy this must be read: In this twist on canon, Lizzie doesn't get the memo about Lydia during Ep. 84 and instead accepts Darcy's invitation, and a predictably wonderful if understated evening ensues. Yet, rather than turning this premise into a fluff-fest, the author never forgets that this isn't what happened, and the result is a lyrical and gently melancholy story about what might have been, but wasn't. ( Worlds revolve in the silence like the spin of a roulette wheel. )Preludes | |
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Vidder: wolfsodaMusical Artist: "Anything You Can Do," as sung by Ethel Merman and Ray Middleton from "Annie Get Your Gun" Length: 2:59 Vidder on LJ: Unknown Vidder Website: Unknown Why this vid must be viewed: The vidder has a lot of delightful entries in this fandom, but I love this one--the timing and cuts are perfect (check out the clip paired with "I can shoot a sparrow/with a bow and arrow") and the song choice is delightful, especially given its context in "Annie Get Your Gun"! | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: 6932 words Author on LJ: Unknown Author Website: AO3Why this must be read: This isn't quite a songfic (although the bits with song lyrics are actually really well done), but the prose still maintains a lyrical quality throughout, and the Darcy POV is nicely done--it adds to canon without infringing on it. Enjoy! ( It might be a bit cliché to him, but for once, he doesn't mind. )and look how far we've come | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: ~5600 words Author on LJ: Unknown Author Website: AO3Why this must be read: A thoughtful and thorough backstory on Darcy, "Ten Minutes to Midnight" is one of those fics that you'll accept as headcanon halfway through. It's just that good. ( He hates parties. Even Bing's. )Ten Minutes to Midnight | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Jane Bennet/Bing Lee, Gigi Darcy/Caroline Lee Length: 4648 words Author on LJ: saucydivaAuthor Website: TumblrWhy this must be read: On top of Diaphenia's trademark humor and warm characterizations, this features Darcy becoming an accidental, yes, pornographer by virtue of his having bought the company that had Lydia's video. Romance and hijinks of course ensue, as well as some spectacular parody titles, awkward!Darcy moments galore, and porn offerings for your every preference. ( I own a boat. That doesn’t make me a pirate. )Wm. Darcy, Pornographer | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: 5763 words Author on LJ: lulaboAuthor Website: TumblrWhy this must be read: After an unexpected dental surgery episode, Lydia discovers that the Darcenator has...well, more shallow depths than one would anticipate, plus a decent bedside manner as a last-minute caregiver. Bonus points for the author, who nicely captures the absurdities of wisdom-tooth extraction. ( And I have a meeting with potential investors from Boston who are literally only going to be in the city for an hour, so Will’s going to sit with you. I would never, ever do this to you, Lydia, you know that, but this is literally the only time I could meet with these people and we set it up a month ago, and I promise you that Will is going to take such good care of you that you won’t even want me when I come back. )all right | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: ~1500 words Author on LJ: imaginarycircusAuthor Website: DreamwidthWhy this must be read: Who doesn't love Fitz? Like Caroline, his role in the LBD is mostly functional--resolving why Bing left, scheming with Gigi--but he's of course eminently more likable. And who didn't wonder about Darcy's experience of having to watch literally dozens of videos ripping him apart? In this short but meaningful missing-moment story, Fitz takes care of his very not-okay friend following Lizzie's rejection. There are small insights into their friendship that pack a punch, and Fitz's guilt for his missteps in trying to talk up Darcy before come into play in interesting ways. ( Because friends don’t let friends watch 58 videos in which they are destroyed by the woman they love alone. )The Road to Hell is Paved with Good Intentions | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: William Darcy/Caroline Lee, Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Jane Bennet/Bing Lee, Ricky Collins/Caroline Lee Length: 2099 words Author on LJ: Unknown Author Website: AO3Why this must be read: Ah, Caroline. Perhaps the one character who didn't so much improve in the retelling. For better or worse, her role in the LBD is functional. She's not the protagonist of any story we see. "Trout Heart Replica" is by far the best counter to that I've read. It doesn't "redeem" Ms. Lee per se, but it does present her perspective in a frank, raw, and unapologetic way. ( A flurry of gen-eds and perfect grades and still she was introduced at parties as Bing’s little sister. )Trout Heart Replica | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lydia Bennet/Gigi Darcy, Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Jane Bennet/Bing Lee Length: ~10K words Author on LJ: allthingsholyAuthor Website: Master ListWhy this must be read: Having Lydia and Gigi bond over their shared experiences and judgmental older siblings isn't a new idea, but "get loved, make more" takes their relationship to the next level, beyond what the girls' pasts have in common. In this fic, two of the LBD's best-updated characters become adults in their own right and protagonists in their own (shared) stories. ( i've read with every broken heart, we should become more adventurous )get loved, make more | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Jane Bennet/Bing Lee, Lydia Bennet/George Wickham Length: ~13K words Author on LJ: saucydivaAuthor Website: TumblrWhy this must be read: Diaphenia made a name for herself in the Parks and Recreation fandom with clever stories that perfectly marry humor and sweetness and just the right about of shippiness. "Lizzie B, Pop Star" should give her the same reputation in the LBD fandom. It's a fun and not-that-long re-imagining of the story in which everyone's in pop bands and Darcy might actually be a dubstep DJ. Featuring a clever take on the series' trademark "costume theater," a fresh look at Caroline, and numerous tongue-in-cheek comments about "making music" together, this is easily the most fun LBD AU I've seen yet. ( I’m so bored of this conversation. Let me have it for you. )Lizzie B, Pop Star | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: ~6500 words Author on LJ: Unknown Author Website: AO3Why this must be read: "Agitation of Hope" follows Lizzie as she dives into actually finishing her thesis (and you can feel the stress of that) and Darcy provides some unexpected moral and substantive support. Then they develop an actual friendship, and then some. It's beautifully paced and features Charlotte knowing everything and Darcy softening up a bit. Written prior to the actual ending of the series, this is one of those futurefics that I would've been totally happy with as canon. ( You *do* have a thesis to finish. )Agitation of Hope | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Gen Length: ~3K words Author on LJ: littledustAuthor Website: littledust_ficWhy this must be read: A huge chunk of LBD fic is, of course, Lizzie/Darcy (and believe me, there are plenty of recs of that ilk to come). But one of the beauties of this adaptation is its female characters and their relationships and their control of the narrative (mostly), and there are some beautiful fics that highlight the Bechdel Test-friendly parts of the series. "Seven Wishes for Charlotte Lu" perfectly captures a fantastic character, from her interests and drive to her closeness with Lizzie. It also features one of my favorite lines in any LBD fic ever: "Your mom does not have a Southern accent." "She does in my head."( The irritation fades when her father shows her the camcorder. )Seven Wishes for Charlotte Lu | |
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Fandom: THE LIZZIE BENNET DIARIES Pairing: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy Length: ~3K words Author on LJ: kyrieanneAuthor Website: TumblrWhy this must be read: Kyrie Anne is one of my favorite authors for this fandom--she has incomparable insight into the characters and a smart, lyrical way of writing about them. (And if you like her fic, you should totally check out her LBD meta on Tumblr!) In this story, she draws Lizzie and Darcy together while focusing on their respective relationships with family and friends. In keeping with themes of the series and featuring a healthy dose of Team Figi, this is a pretty wonderful first story to read if you're new to the world of LBD. ETA: There's now a sequel!( It’s about the connections, Lizzie. You’ve got to get them right or the whole thing falls apart. )The Truth About Trains | |
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