I was distracted by Escapade and going to Texas for a week during Spring Break. Plus I'm learning how to ski this winter. :)
( Teen Wolf )
( Supernatural )
( Star Trek Reboot )
( DCU )
( Stargate Atlantis )
( Thor )
( Avengers )
( Chronicles of Narnia/Torchwood )
Star Trek, DCU, Thor and Avengers Recs
Jul. 6th, 2012 09:32 pmDCU
live_eternal: You are forever in my mind INSTANT REC!!! I loved the atmosphere and the internal conflict for Bruce when he realized what he was feeling for Dick. It's tough to pull off a realistic underage story and I could not stop reading once I started. This is easily a new favorite in Young Justice fandom. :)
(recs-DCU,Pairing:Bruce/Dick,f4,Length:20k-50k,recs-instant!rec)
Star Trek Reboot
alpha_hydra - How We Are (but not how we're going to be) INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story. I LOVED Spock's pov, the couple's therapy, and I loved that it took communication for these guys to realize they really do have something in common. Wonderful story.
(recs-StarTrekReboot,f4,recs-instant!rec,Kirk/Spock,Length:20k-50k)
Thor
que_sera - The Still Point of the Turning World I loved the concept, the character voices, and seeing how different Jotunheim is from Asgard.
(recs-Thor,recs-Marvel,Challenges:AvengersBigBang,PairingType:General,f4,Length:20k-50k)
theorytale - The Several Heirs of Loki Odinson, Prince of the Realm of Asgard It's a rare story that can combine humor and sadness so well in under 6k words. I also loved the idea of Loki going around adopting orphans.
(recs-Thor,recs-Marvel,PairingType:General)
galaxysoup - Darkness, Flooded in Light INSTANT REC!!! This story broke my heart and put it back together again. I LOVED all the original characters and Loki's character voice rang true for me. I could not stop reading once I started.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Thor,f4,recs-instant!rec,Length:20k-50k,author-galaxysoup)
Avengers
Croik - Every Judas Loved His Jesus INSTANT REC!!! I have a hard time describing this story because part of it is frustrating but at the same time I could not stop reading to see how it would end. This story is heartbreaking and captivating.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,recs-instant!rec,pairing:SteveRogers/Loki,author-croik,Length:100k-200k,Warning:Non-Con,Trope:Genderbending,Trope:MPREG)
jadedoll - Buy You A Mockingbird I had a great time reading this story and I loved all the character voices and concept.
(recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,Trope:Kidfic,Length:20k-50k,f4,Pairing:Tony/Steve)
porthos - (First Impressions Are) A Work in Progress Loved the character voices. This was fast paced and engaging. :)
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,Genre:Humor,Pairing:Tony/Steve,Length:10k-20k)
katsu - The Calculator INSTANT REC!!! This was a fun Loki story. I loved Loki's pov, his character voice, and the plot was interesting. I could not stop reading once I started. :)
(recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,f4,PairingType:General,Length:20k-50k,recs-instant!rec)
Elspethdixon, Seanchai - King of Infinite Space INSTANT REC!! I loved the setup, the plot, character voices, and how the story plays out. I had a lot of fun reading. I was on the edge of my seat near the end.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,author-Seanchai,author-Elspethdixon,Length:20k-50k,Pairing:Tony/Steve,recs-instant!rec)
scifigrl47 - Some Things Shouldn't Be a Chore INSTANT REC!!! This whole series is made of awesome. I had a blast reading and had a hard time laughing quietly.
(Genre:Humor,recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,recs-instant!rec,Length:50k-100k,Pairing:Tony/Steve,Pairing:PhilCoulson/ClintBarton)
kijikun - All That Remains I could not stop reading this story once I started. I loved the character voices, the plot, and parts of it were heartbreaking. I also loved how Tony did his best to keep everything together.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,Trope:Kidfic,Pairing:Tony/Steve,Length:50k-100k,f4,author-kijikun)
elise_509 - A Ghost Should Be So Practical I loved Logan's character voice, the plot, and the sex was hot.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,Length:10k-20k,pairing:SteveRogers/Logan(Wolverine))
keelywolfe - In Extremis This was intense and I could not stop reading once I started.
(recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,f4,pairing:Loki/Tony,Warning:Rape,author-keelywolfe)
gunboots - Big in Japan This was so funny. :)
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,pairing:Loki/Thor,f4,Genre:Humor)
DemonQueen666 - What Once Was Lost Returned I had a blast reading this story. I loved the concept and I loved the way things worked out.
(recs-Thor,PairingType:General,Length:50k-100k,f4,author-DemonQueen666)
LJC - Simple, Not Easy INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story. Darcy character voice was spot on and awesome. I loved the how she and Loki became friends and pretty much everything about the characters.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Thor,f4,recs-instant!rec,PairingType:Het,Pairing:Darcy/Hawkeye,Length:50k-100k)
Star Trek Reboot
thefarofixer - Laws of Ownership This was incredibly sweet and cute. I loved it.
(recs-StarTrekReboot,Kirk/Spock,f4)
Avengers
sam_storyteller: Arms and the Man Loved the build up and all the moments between Tony and Steve.
(recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,author-sam_storyteller,f4,Length:10k-20k,Pairing:Tony/Steve)
sam_storyteller : Homefront INSTANT REC!!! I absolutely adored Tony's pov and felt how painful it was for Steve to adapt to losing everything. Wonderful storytelling.
(author-sam_storyteller,f4,recs-instant!rec,Pairing:Tony/Steve,recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers)
sororexitium - Ghost in the Wires I loved the premise, the character voices, and how everything turned out. Steve and Tony's interactions were funny and felt real.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,Pairing:Tony/Steve,f4,Length:20k-50k)
valtyr - Team Building Activities INSTANT REC!!! I loved the character voices, the plot, and all the team moments. I laughed more than once.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,Pairing:Tony/Steve,f4,recs-instant!rec,author-valtyr,Length:20k-50k)
DCU
quipquipquip - Shake Your Tailfeathers I loved the banter, the case, the sex and well everything about the story.
(Pairing:DickGrayson/StephanieBrown,f4,Length:20k-50k,recs-DCU,author-quipquipquip)
quipquipquip - Take the Heat Out of Me This was smoking hot and heartbreaking. I absolutely loved Jason's pov and sort of wish the comics went this route.
(recs-DCU,pairing:DickGrayson/JasonTodd,f4,author-quipquipquip,Length:10k-20k)
Inception
eleveninches - The Material Life of the Californian Suburb I had a blast reading this story. I loved Eames pov, his background, and pretty much everything else. :)
(Challenges:InceptionBigBang,f4,recs-Inception,author-eleveninches,Length:20k-50k,Genre:Humor,Pairing:Arthur/Eames)
eretria - The Trembling Of The Migratory Birds I had a hard time putting down this story once I started. I loved the mystery, the character voices, and the action felt believable. I also loved how events seemed to spiral out of control.
(Challenges:InceptionBigBang,f4,recs-Inception,author-eretria,Length:100k-200k,Pairing:Arthur/Eames, pairing:Ariadne/Arthur, Pairing:Ariadne/Eames, Trope:Threesomes)
Favorite Stories and vids of 2011
Dec. 30th, 2011 05:28 pmThe stories below are listed in no particular order or fandom preference. This year it was again difficult to narrow down my absolute favorites.
I have ebook versions for all the stories listed here (except for Family Matters) if you'd like a mobi/epub version of a story listed here and the author doesn't already have one email me at amalthia at gmail.com and I'll share my copy with you.
Star Trek Reboot, Merlin, Marvel (Avengers, Thor, Iron Man, X-Men), DCU (Batman, Young Justice, Flash), Fullmetal Alchemist, Inception, Vid Recs
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aldora89 - The Lotus Eaters INSTANT REC!!! This was an excellent story to read while trapped on a plane because it completely sucked me into the story and kept me entertained for hours. I loved the concept, the imagery was vivid and interesting. I also loved the relationship buildup. This was a truly awesome story.
Stargate Atlantis
michelel72 - Darkness Is the Only Sound INSTANT REC!!! This was an awesome team fic and I loved the concept so much.
X-Men
rageprufrock - Limited Release I loved all the characters and I really enjoyed the world building and seeing how different this world is as a result of one big change.
Yahtzee - The Hidden Heart I liked the use of mutant powers in the story and I had a lot of fun reading this story. :)
dancinbutterfly: Lab Rats and Tin Soldiers I loved the concept and once I started reading I couldn't stop. This was an engaging story.
Avengers
gyzym: Momentum INSTANT REC!!! This was an awesome mirror to the story Ready, Aim, Fire. I couldn't stop reading once I started. I cried more than once and I loved the Tony, Steve sees.
Penumbren - Indelible INSTANT REC!!! I loved the concept, the character voices, and the world building. I couldn't stop reading the story once I started and I loved the author's writing style. :)
manic_intent: The Tower of Yesterday I loved the concept of Tony being the one that was frozen in time and woken in the future. The author did an amazing job with the character voices and the action.
DCU/Iron Man
freakyperfume: The Billionaire Boys Club This was a fun crossover story. There really aren't enough Bruce Wayne/Tony Stark fics.
Thor
feverbeats - Only Smile When I Lie I loved the concept and completely bought this pairing. :) I'm not sure why we don't get more villain romances????
Merlin
MK_Yujji: The Promise Within This was probably one of my favorite Merlin Big Bang stories. I loved the concept and how Arthur dealt with his new magic powers. Uther is still a flawed but interesting man and I loved how the one change in Arthur changes all of their destinies.
DCU/White Collar
C_R_Scott - Confidence Lost I had a blast reading this story. I loved the concept and seeing how the author merged White Collar and the DCU universe.
Star Trek
Thor
Merlin Vid Rec
White Collar
Avengers
Of Twin Stars and Other Eccentric Satellites by winterhill (Kirk/Spock) I had a blast reading this story. I loved the mission, the character voices, and how the story turned out.
Leave No Soul Behind by whochick (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! This story kept me up late because I could not stop reading. I loved the premise, the character voices, the action, and all the original characters.
DCU
Bloody Knuckles and Master Plans by aravistarkheena (pairing:Tim/Jason) I absolutely loved Jason's pov and character voice in this story/series. I also loved that it had a plot and just seeing how much these two guys could accomplish together.
The Babysitter by aravistarkheena (pairing:Tim/Roy) I loved Roy's character voice and I felt for Tim and what he'd gone through in such a short amount of time.
After the Dust Settles by aravistarkheena (pairing:Tim/Jaime) I had a blast reading this series. I loved Jaime's pov and my heart broke for Tim more than once. wonderful storytelling.
Iron Man
Secrets of a Successful Marriage by valtyr (Pairing:Tony/Steve) This was a lot of fun to read. :) I LOVED the concept and Tony's character voice.
Merlin
Along a Wandering Wind by Hope (pairing:merlin/gwaine) I loved Gwaine's pov in the story, the character voices, the plot, and all the details. Wonderful storytelling.
The Ivy Crown by dayari (Pairing:Merlin/Arthur) I loved the plot, the imagery, the character voices, and I had a hard time putting down the story. I also loved that nothing was resolved easily.
DCU/Losers
Excelsior! by Saone This was so much fun to read. It's from the Losers pov and had some really good lines and I loved the concept.
sea foam princess by Esse3 (Pairing:Tim/Kon) I loved the plot, the character voices, and my heart broke for Kon a few times.
Muddling through Grey by Kizmet INSTANT REC!!! I adored all the Rogue characters in this story and seeing Superboy find a family. I could not stop reading once I started.
Sweet as the night is long by runespoor7 (pairing:Bruce/Jason) It's hard finding good Bruce/Jason fics and this one was hot and I loved Bruce's pov.
Supernatural
Flying Weight by fleshflutter (Sam/Dean) INSTANT REC!!! This story blew me away and my heart broke for the guys. Loved the character voices, the imagery, the plot, and pretty much everything from start to finish.
X- Men: First Class
His Favorite Sin by dreamlittleyo (Pairing:Xavier/Azazel) This was hot.
What Not To Expect When You're Not Expecting It by thehoyden (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) This was so funny and awesome. :)
never too late to be who you might have been by acetamide (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) I had a blast reading this story and seeing the First Class Charles and Erik in the future they created.
Puzzle Pieces by lilacsigil INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story! I loved Darwin and seeing all the women work together and being awesome. This is easily one of my favorite post movie fix Darwin fics I've read.
Star Trek Reboot
Grasp The Thorn by ragdoll987 (Kirk/Spock) I loved the character voices and seeing Spock and Jim as young teenagers.
Balancing by astolat (pairing:Loki/Thor) Devious Loki never gets old.
X- Men
Any Measure of Peace by manic_intent (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) I loved the concept and how the story plays out.
Fear the Rest by Penknife (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto Pairing:Magneto/Mystique) INSTANT REC!!! This is one of the best stories I've read that showed how the X-Men and the Brotherhood began.
The Whole World Wants What We're On by waketosleep (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) I loved the premise of the guys traveling together and all these moments we did not get to see in the movie!
Call Me By His Name by sinuous_curve (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) This was heartbreaking good.
So Really, Only One Thing's Changed by Croik. This is one of the best aftermath stories I've read for X-Men First Class. It made me cry.
DCU
Ink for Yourself by victoria_p (musesfool) (Pairing:Tim/Kon) I loved Kon's character voice.
Theory of Flight by irrelevant I loved all the outsider povs of Tim Drake and then the final part with Tim's pov. It was heartbreaking but kind of awesome.
Touch the flame by 1_900_mimicry (pairing:Bruce/Jason) I loved Jason's character voice and seeing how things would have turned out if he wasn't blown up.
All the Stars Look Down by snake_easing (Pairing:Dick/Tim) INSTANT REC!!! I absolutely adored Tim in this story and how single minded he is in achieving his goals. I also loved the alternate take on Batman.
Not Fake Baby Verse by herostratic (Pairing:Clark/Lex) INSTANT REC!!! I don't think I had this much fun reading a story in a long time. I loved the concept, the characters were hilarious, and I could not stop reading once I started.
Manifest Destiny by Liviapenn (Pairing:Clark/Lex) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the plot, the character voices, and the ending was perfect.
Of Bonsais and Bondage by ava_jamison (Pairing:Dick/Tim) This was hot. I also loved how the guys kept their heads while trying to get out of their sticky situation.
De-Aged Superboy fic by yj_anon_meme Summary: Big bad turns Superboy into a teeny tiny 5 year old. Batman makes Clark, not Superman because Batman is awesome and wants Clark to spend time with his clone/son with-out Superman looming over their heads, babysit while he and Young Justice track down said Big Bad to try and fix it.Okay if that summary doesn't convince you to read the story then it's not your cup of tea. :)
Joy Cometh in the Morning by brown_betty (Pairing:Dick/Tim) Tim was so awesome in this story. I loved the way the story ended. :)
Growing Up Too Fast by derryderrydown (pairing:Bart/Kon) I loved the plot, character voices, and how this story went down. :)
Spiderman/DCU
Distress Managed by Pervyficgirl (Pairing:Clark/Lois) I loved how the two universes were merged together and how awesome Lois and MJ are.
Star Trek Reboot
With My Feet Toward the Stars (let me remember you as you were when you existed) by rinsbane (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! This story was lyrical and the imagery evocative. I LOVED Spock's pov and all the character voices were spot on and felt real.
Merlin
Must be drunk by pushdragon (merlin/arthur) I loved Merlin's character voice and love potions never get old.
Impulse Control by ahja_reyn (Pairing:Tim/Kon) I loved how in character the guys were and Kon's observations at the end. Plus the sex was pretty hot.
Things You Get Used To by Te (pairing:Tim/Kon/Bart) This was hot and I loved that there was fallout from the sex pollen Tim going crazy thing.
Ever More Reckless by merelymine (Pairing:Dick/Tim) This was a very hot first time story with some wonderfully tender moments.
Star Trek Original
Father to the Man by Frankie I loved Spock's pov and the way he and Jim become friends.
Iron Man/Batman
I Hate Everything About You by thedevilchicken (Pairing:Bruce/Tony) This was a lot of fun to read. I adore xovers and this one was funny and the character voices felt real.
Never Thought by jane_potter (Pairing:Bruce/Tony) This was hot and my only complaint is that there isn't more to read.
Thor
It's Electrifying by waketosleep (Darcy/Hawkeye) I LOVED Darcy's character voice and laughed more than once reading this story.
X- Men
Shattered, Rebuilding by tartanshell (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) I loved seeing Erik's pov and this was sad and quiet.
Smallville
Driving and Other Lessons by scribblinlenore (Pairing:Clark/Lex) This was hot and perfect. I loved Lex's pov and it was funny and sweet.
Star Trek Reboot
Autocorrect Never Dies by scraplove INSTANT REC!!! I don't think I laughed this hard in ages. It's not really a story but all these autocorrect messages gone wrong. It's like Damn You Autocorrect but for Star Trek.
Fullmetal Alchemist
The Best Thing by truths_in_lies (Pairing:Ed/Roy) I loved the concept and Ed's character voice felt spot on.
Must Like Cats by scimitarsmile (Pairing:Ed/Roy) This was so sweet and funny.
Inception, Merlin, and Star Trek Recs
Mar. 20th, 2011 07:49 pmPatience, a Steady Hand by Helenish (pairing:arthur/eames) INSTANT REC!!! I could not stop reading once I started. I loved the character voices, the setting, and how the story played out.
Till Death Do Us Part (And Somehow That Seems To Be Sooner Than Expected) by coconabanana (pairing:arthur/eames) I had a blast reading this story. The author did a good job of selling Arthur and Eames as the Mr. and Mrs. Smith assassins. I also found many parts of the story funny and touching.
No One Gets Out Alive by hackthis (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I loved everything about this story. Arthur's character voice was spot on and I loved how they fell in love.
The Sweetest Downfall by toomuchplor (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I loved the character voices and the sex was hot. :)
Kobayashi Maru by hackthis (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I couldn't stop reading once I started. I loved the pacing and atmosphere of the story and the concept.
This Could Be Our Reward by dream_exchange (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) This was hot and I loved the character voices.
Jamais Vu by thehoyden (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I loved the pacing and all the conversations in this story.
plate tectonics by indysaur (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) This story had a great atmosphere.
Requiescat by whiskyrunner (pairing:arthur/eames) This story was heartbreaking in many ways and I couldn't stop reading once I started.
Let Your Ladder Down For Those Who Really Shins by Dipenates (pairing:arthur/eames) I thought the author did a great job with the character voices and the slow build up of trust between Arthur and Eames.
Merlin
Keep Your Secrets by LolaFeist, new_kate (merlin/arthur) I liked the character voices and the ending really worked for me.
Star Trek Reboot
What Part of Forever by feels_like_fire (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!!! I absolutely loved all the character voices, the plot, and how Kirk and Spock slowly fell in love. :) I also loved how details of their past came out slowly over the course of the story. Wonderful storytelling.
Extra-curricular Activities by awarrington (Kirk/Spock) I liked the character voices and the way the guys fell in love.
Still Life by garryowen (dogpoet) (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!!! I loved the imagery, the character voices, and I had tears in my eyes through half the story. I loved the story concept and the images of the monastery.
Streetlight People Masterpost by ladyblahblah (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the premise, the character voices, and I could not stop reading once I started.
Inception
The Music Makers by mami_san (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! This has been one of the most satisfying Inception stories I've read. The world building, character voices, and plot were all compelling. I could not stop reading once I started the story.
Metaphors As Mixed As You Can Make Them by halflinen (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the writing style, character voices, and I loved how Eames at the beginning of the story isn't the same as the one at the end. There was character change and growth and it made sense.
Towards Zero by mirabella (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I loved Arthur's pov and the sex was incredibly hot.
Call and Answer by airgiodslv (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) The sex was hot and I loved the character voices.
Perfect Recall Verse by mami_san (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! This premise hit my kinks in all the right ways. I loved the character voices, the buildup, and the sex was hot.
White Collar
love's a universe beyond obey by hoosierbitch (Pairing:Moz/Neal) I loved the language in the story and the quiet moments. Moz was awesome.
Always Starts the Same, with a Boy and a Girl by lightgetsin (Peter/Neal/Elizabeth) I loved how this story unfolded and the twist on how things turned out.
Hikaru No Go
The Rival by harukami (shindou/touya) I absolutely adored the character voices and laughed more than once. I could see this happening. :)
Issues by Mirabella (shindou/touya) I loved Shindou in this story.
Supernatural
Every Me and Every You by runedgirl (Sam/Dean) This was very hot and I loved Sam and Dean's character voices.
Due South/Supernatural
Cabin Fever by strangeandcharm (Pairing:Castiel/Dean) I loved the character voices and the concept. :)
Battlestar Galactica Vid Recs
I'm Not Dead by dualbunny (vid:recs:bsg) INSTANT REC!!! I watched this vid about a million times and I'm still not tired of it.
Who Knew by dualbunny (vid:recs:bsg) This was another good relationship vid that summed up the Kara/Lee storyline rather well. :)
Some Time Around Midnight by bop_radar (vid:recs:bsg) INSTANT REC!!! This vid blew me away. It's the Kara/Lee vid I've been wanting to see for years and didn't know it.