ext_11616 ([identity profile] velvetwhip.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] buffyversetop52006-12-30 03:11 pm

Five Favorite Fics by Sexymermaid

Here's another author-centric list from me. Discovering [livejournal.com profile] sexymermaid's work was one of the highlights of my year and I am going to list the five stories that went the longest way towards making me an ardent fan!

The Janitor(Spangel human AU): This is the fic that convinced me that [livejournal.com profile] sexymermaid was going to become one of my favorite authors. How could anyone read this tale of a slow-witted boxer and a crippled student and not be moved to tears many a time? This is one heck of a tale!




Man Hunter (Spangel human AU): A crackling good mystery/thriller with strong sexuality and even stronger drama! This is a must-read!

Runaway: Xander is a teenage runaway, Angel a lonely vampire. Add in a predatory Spike and a sick and vulnerable Dawn and you have the makings of a twisted but gripping tale!

Seven: If you, like me, found Season Seven of BTVS to be less than terrific, this is the fic for you! [livejournal.com profile] sexymermaid gives us the Spander version of Season Seven and it's marvelous. She seamlessly weaves canon with her Spander-flavoured changes and makes all the pain go away.

Soapstone: Short, but so powerful, this human!AU Spangel fic set during the Vietnam War is compelling, sensual, and emotional...everything you want from a fic!

[livejournal.com profile] sexymermaid became one of my favorite authors this year and I am so looking forward to seeing more of her work in 2007. She's always a fantastic read!


Gabrielle

[identity profile] jans-intentions.livejournal.com 2006-12-30 11:10 pm (UTC)(link)
Yes, it was. I have a lot of very good memories of writing it and I'm delighted you also loved the Vietnam fic since I was very nervous posting it.

I have a lot to be grateful for in 2006, clearly--great friends!