Fic recs and today I've got the Jared love...
because, seriously, just how adorable can that man get? Infinity adorable. Yup. The videos coming out of the Fangoria con are making me giggle and squee like a 13 yr old. And Sandy was wearing a Jensen shirt. Did anyone else's brain go straight to threesome?
So - how are you all doing? I'm happy because, for a change, I have a purry fur bundle on my lap rather than a psychotic fluffball of fury. Woo hoo.
So far 2008 shaping up to be amazing fic wise. There have already been so many excellent & epic J2 fics. So this is recs for new stuff you've probably all read but I wanted to squee about anyway, plus some fantastic older stories. I'll add these into the main posts.
And, as if everything weren't good enough - I got new shoes. Yay. They're really cute Emily the Strange t-bars.
Sweet.
So - how are you all doing? I'm happy because, for a change, I have a purry fur bundle on my lap rather than a psychotic fluffball of fury. Woo hoo.
So far 2008 shaping up to be amazing fic wise. There have already been so many excellent & epic J2 fics. So this is recs for new stuff you've probably all read but I wanted to squee about anyway, plus some fantastic older stories. I'll add these into the main posts.
Jensen/Chris
Don’t Take Kindly To Serious by![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png)
stephanometra
The boys are all casual in this funny but adorable story that still manages to be totally hot.
Jim Beam, Jack, Tequila and Lime bynamegoeshere
Jensen and Chris drunkenly make out at a party and then both worry about it the next day. This is amusing and sexy and features an awesome cameo by Jared. “It's kinda sweet, but mostly fairly pathetic. Especially considering that Jensen's asleep with his head in Jared's lap after drinking three beers and spending an hour being miserable. He finally got something he wanted, only dimly remembers it, and Chris hasn't called to extend a second offer. It's a lousy situation, and Jared pats Jensen's hair and thinks about what an awesome friend he is for putting up with this crap.”
Jared/Chris
Give Me More byincompletework2
Chris gets jealous when he sees Jared talking to someone else. Then they get to make up.
Jared/Jensen Jensen/Chris
Don’t Come Home bykittyzams
Written forfire_fic
Melancholy and angsty story, that still manages to be sweet. Jensen loves Chris, but Chris can’t commit. Then Jensen meets Jared. This is excellently written from Chris’ POV and has a really lyrical feel. Also Chris/Jason Behr.
They’re Just Words by_doodle
Oh. It’s a heartbreaker! I love it. Jared can’t choose between Jensen and Sandy. Chris is there for Jensen when it all goes wrong. “Jared barely gets Jensen’s name out, before Chris is tumbling out of Jensen’s trailer, guitar case in hand and Jensen’s messenger bag over his shoulder. He reigns in the look of aggravation quick enough that anyone would think they imagined it, but all three of them know better. Jensen looks at the floor for a moment before meeting Jared’s eyes as Chris slings an arm over his shoulder.”
Third Rate Romance by![[community profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/community.png)
paradise_city
A sad story about Jared's unrequited love for Jensen.
Post Supernatural
Hand’s Length From My Heart bynotthequiettype
Ultimately hopeful but slightly sad fic. Life and circumstances have let the boys down but maybe, now, they’re back on the right tracks. It’s been 10 years since they last worked together and now Jared has approached Jensen with a new script.
One With No Clouds And A Few More Stars bynotthequiettype
Adorable domestic schmoop set way in the future.
The Idiot’s Guide To Making A Movie bysazzlette
Written forspn_holidays
Stylish story that’s funny and unusual. Four years after Supernatural ends, Jared arranges for them to do a movie together. “It kind of goes without saying, really. It's the same logic as not fucking around with your roommates, or your best friends. And when the person in question has been not only your co-star, but also your roommate and your best friend? You know you're pretty much screwed all to hell when you wake up naked in their bed. You're even more screwed when they don't do the respectable thing and just ignore the slip completely. When they want to talk about it.”
Getting together
Basic Business Knowledge bytuuli1109
This is a smart and unusual story about Jensen having to make a decision.
Easy bycynthia_arrow
Well written first time fic that focus’ on the boys fears and insecurities as much as it does on the hot sex. “It started with boredom, a good deal of bourbon, and a cold, rainy Saturday night playing video games in Jensen's big, warm living room. Eventually, they gave up the gaming in favor of lying around lazy, talking in front of the fire: bitching about work, rambling about life. Open smiles of familiarity turned to bodies hovering too close together, knocking against each other with comments or laughter. Then, out of nowhere, with a squinting brown-eyed half-drunk stare, Jared said: "Jen, when are you just gonna fucking kiss me already?"”
Endless Days Of Simply Waiting To Be Yours byhalfshellvenus
A tender story where each development in the boys journey is equated to a traditional rhyme about a different day of the week.
It Just Is bythe_viper_room
Delicious, funny and hot tale, with a really great build-up. Jensen doesn’t like Jared like that. Really. He doesn’t.
Not By Half byestrella30
Jaded Jensen surprises himself by getting involved with bright shiny Jared in this sweet but hot fic.
Simple bycynthia_arrow
Angsty Jensen frets over getting involved with Jared. But then he does and they have dirty hot sex. This is delightful.
The Infectious Love Of Eric Kripke bynemo_88
Showtime buys Supernatural from the CW, so of course they want to make it in gay incest horror show. Jared and Jensen react exactly the way they should. This is really funny and surprising.
The Things My Momma Taught Me byestrella30
Schmoopy, fuzzy, squee inducing first time fic. Jared’s parents each taught him different things and this is about how he applies that to his life and Jensen. “It's funny, because sometimes when Jared's with Jensen he starts to feel like they're just like his momma and daddy. Not in that way, of course. Lord knows that Jared's not going to let the cat out of that bag anytime soon. Him and Jensen are friends-best friends-and if Jared spends a little too much time thinking the things he has no business thinking, well, that's between him and the inside of his own head. No one else.”
Hiatus & holiday
Fall byveronamay
At a bar in Dallas, Jensen realises he loves Jared despite his religious beliefs. The emotions at play in this story really elevate it and make every little thought and gesture important. Plus, it’s hot.
Sugar, We’re Going Down bylyra_wing
Entertaining story where the boys finally stop dancing round each other, just before they’re about to go their separate ways for Thanksgiving. This is funny and sexy and if that weren’t good enough, it also has the joyous appearances of Mike and Tom.
Vacanze Romane bybenitle
Jared breaks up with Sandy, so Jensen takes him on a trip to cheep him up. And, of course, Jensen in no way has any ulterior motives. This is epic storytelling that still has time to focus in on all the small touches between the boys as their relationship develops and changes. The descriptions of Rome are so detailed and vivid, that it feels almost as if you’re on holiday with them. Really great.
Toppy Jared
Exactly This Far bycynthia_arrow
Gah. Ridiculously hot sexing with a believable emotional core. “"I think you underestimate how hard it is to stay in control when you're all naked and wiggly and needy and begging." There is only a slight tone of mocking in his voice, and Jen answers it with a soft snort. Too tired for a properly insulting retort.”
Illness & injury
If This Ever Brings You Down, I’ll Be Around by1shotjunkie (flu)
Amusing and adorable story where Jared is ill and Jensen fails at making soup. This is so cute. “Jared’s eyes are now large brown saucers on his face. “My arms are sore, Jen.” Well, hell, Jensen knows where this is going. He sighs, but doesn’t protest, as he fills the spoon and tries to hold it steady as Jared opens his mouth wide. The back of his mind, the evil cynical part, is telling him to shove the scalding spoon down Jared’s throat, but damn does he look helpless and it is nice to be needed.”
AU
A Little Fall Of Rain bysplashpink
Atmospheric, noir, period tale that’s full of twists and turns. This is clever and surprising, but never at the expense of emotion and character.
At Your Doorstep bynutkin
Jared orders a lot of stuff from a home shopping network. Jensen is his delivery guy. This is so much fun and guaranteed to leave a smile on your face.
Blended And Blessed bybenitle
Written forfluffandfold
Yay. Schmoopy domestic goodness. Single daddy Jensen meets single daddy Jared when their kids get into a fight. This is a sweet slow-boil of a story with a really natural sense of development over time. Oh, and Jensen has a special piercing…
Get the Door, It’s Dominos bynotthequiettype
Featuring Jared as a valley-girl style pizza delivery boy and Jensen as a scruffy mountain man, this is just wonderful. It’s so full of fantastic moments (like the bit where Jared wonders if he looks fat whilst riding Jensen) that the story seems to go by in a flash because you get that into the universe. In fact it’s so good, it kinda made me love Chad.
have you seen him whom my soul loves byveronamay
This is a beautiful and emotional story that’s so perfectly written that it draws you right in from the get go. Jensen is a priest that moves to a small town. There he meets the friendly Jared, who is about to marry his fiancé. This is smart and sad and aching and powerful and I really can’t do justice to just how good it is. “This new guy, though—Jensen. He seems different. When he trudged up the drive to the church and asked politely for Father Singer, Bob thought he must be a lost traveller asking for directions. It took a minute for him to get past the road dust to see the collar and the rosary dangling from his belt. Even then, Bob wasn't sure this wasn't some sort of set-up until Jensen introduced himself, mild as a lamb.”
Ripped From the Headlines: A Guide To Having a Famous Boyfriend byunperfectwolf
Written forspn_rainyday
Completely adorable. This is a warm and sweet story about what happens when student Jared Padalecki meets acting megastar Jensen Ackles and the press thinks they’re a couple.
The Kennedy Curse bybuttoneddown (ongoing)
The author makes amazing use of the internet to tell the story of Jared’s band. Fiction mixes with manips, mp3’s, photographs, fake magazine pages and more to create a complete experience. And it’s not a case of all style no substance, as it’s the story that draws you in to care about the rest of it.
Theoretical Physics bymoveablehistory
Written forspn_harlequin
This is so visually unique. The author uses the medium of print as much as plot, dialogue and characterisation and it makes for an incredibly rich experience. Jared goes to work for Mr Ackles and his boss makes him an offer he can’t refuse.
Sequels & timestamp fics
Airplane Restroom Hijinx byveronamay (timestamp ficlet for In Which Jared Makes A Realisation And Jensen Isn’t Nice, getting together)
The title pretty much says it all. Yay.
After Jensen’s Party byveronamay (timestamp ficlet for No Sleep Till Bedtime, getting together)
Funny and sexy add on.
Crush byprettyfreckles (sequel to So Damn Lucky, au)
A lyrical and cerebral addition to this ‘verse.
Three Days Without Jared bybksncleverness (timestamp fic for Football’verse, au)
So ridiculously hot and perfect. Set just after the main story.
Out Of True bythehighwaywoman (sequel to Tilted, au)
Wonderful sequel that unravels a bit more about Jensen’s mystery.
Any good stories to rec to me? I gotta thanksiubhlach and emerald_angel9 for bringing on the pretty and finding me some yummy Jensen/ Wentworth fics. For anyone who's interested, these were:
Melt Me Down bymiss_begonia (friends only)
The Mess We're In byla_folle_allure
The Pugilists byla_folle_allure
Don’t Take Kindly To Serious by
stephanometra The boys are all casual in this funny but adorable story that still manages to be totally hot.
Jim Beam, Jack, Tequila and Lime by
namegoeshere Jensen and Chris drunkenly make out at a party and then both worry about it the next day. This is amusing and sexy and features an awesome cameo by Jared. “It's kinda sweet, but mostly fairly pathetic. Especially considering that Jensen's asleep with his head in Jared's lap after drinking three beers and spending an hour being miserable. He finally got something he wanted, only dimly remembers it, and Chris hasn't called to extend a second offer. It's a lousy situation, and Jared pats Jensen's hair and thinks about what an awesome friend he is for putting up with this crap.”
Jared/Chris
Give Me More by
incompletework2 Chris gets jealous when he sees Jared talking to someone else. Then they get to make up.
Jared/Jensen Jensen/Chris
Don’t Come Home by
kittyzams Written for
fire_ficMelancholy and angsty story, that still manages to be sweet. Jensen loves Chris, but Chris can’t commit. Then Jensen meets Jared. This is excellently written from Chris’ POV and has a really lyrical feel. Also Chris/Jason Behr.
They’re Just Words by
_doodle Oh. It’s a heartbreaker! I love it. Jared can’t choose between Jensen and Sandy. Chris is there for Jensen when it all goes wrong. “Jared barely gets Jensen’s name out, before Chris is tumbling out of Jensen’s trailer, guitar case in hand and Jensen’s messenger bag over his shoulder. He reigns in the look of aggravation quick enough that anyone would think they imagined it, but all three of them know better. Jensen looks at the floor for a moment before meeting Jared’s eyes as Chris slings an arm over his shoulder.”
Third Rate Romance by
paradise_cityA sad story about Jared's unrequited love for Jensen.
Post Supernatural
Hand’s Length From My Heart by
notthequiettype Ultimately hopeful but slightly sad fic. Life and circumstances have let the boys down but maybe, now, they’re back on the right tracks. It’s been 10 years since they last worked together and now Jared has approached Jensen with a new script.
One With No Clouds And A Few More Stars by
notthequiettype Adorable domestic schmoop set way in the future.
The Idiot’s Guide To Making A Movie by
sazzletteWritten for
spn_holidaysStylish story that’s funny and unusual. Four years after Supernatural ends, Jared arranges for them to do a movie together. “It kind of goes without saying, really. It's the same logic as not fucking around with your roommates, or your best friends. And when the person in question has been not only your co-star, but also your roommate and your best friend? You know you're pretty much screwed all to hell when you wake up naked in their bed. You're even more screwed when they don't do the respectable thing and just ignore the slip completely. When they want to talk about it.”
Getting together
Basic Business Knowledge by
tuuli1109 This is a smart and unusual story about Jensen having to make a decision.
Easy by
cynthia_arrow Well written first time fic that focus’ on the boys fears and insecurities as much as it does on the hot sex. “It started with boredom, a good deal of bourbon, and a cold, rainy Saturday night playing video games in Jensen's big, warm living room. Eventually, they gave up the gaming in favor of lying around lazy, talking in front of the fire: bitching about work, rambling about life. Open smiles of familiarity turned to bodies hovering too close together, knocking against each other with comments or laughter. Then, out of nowhere, with a squinting brown-eyed half-drunk stare, Jared said: "Jen, when are you just gonna fucking kiss me already?"”
Endless Days Of Simply Waiting To Be Yours by
halfshellvenus A tender story where each development in the boys journey is equated to a traditional rhyme about a different day of the week.
It Just Is by
the_viper_room Delicious, funny and hot tale, with a really great build-up. Jensen doesn’t like Jared like that. Really. He doesn’t.
Not By Half by
estrella30 Jaded Jensen surprises himself by getting involved with bright shiny Jared in this sweet but hot fic.
Simple by
cynthia_arrow Angsty Jensen frets over getting involved with Jared. But then he does and they have dirty hot sex. This is delightful.
The Infectious Love Of Eric Kripke by
nemo_88 Showtime buys Supernatural from the CW, so of course they want to make it in gay incest horror show. Jared and Jensen react exactly the way they should. This is really funny and surprising.
The Things My Momma Taught Me by
estrella30 Schmoopy, fuzzy, squee inducing first time fic. Jared’s parents each taught him different things and this is about how he applies that to his life and Jensen. “It's funny, because sometimes when Jared's with Jensen he starts to feel like they're just like his momma and daddy. Not in that way, of course. Lord knows that Jared's not going to let the cat out of that bag anytime soon. Him and Jensen are friends-best friends-and if Jared spends a little too much time thinking the things he has no business thinking, well, that's between him and the inside of his own head. No one else.”
Hiatus & holiday
Fall by
veronamayAt a bar in Dallas, Jensen realises he loves Jared despite his religious beliefs. The emotions at play in this story really elevate it and make every little thought and gesture important. Plus, it’s hot.
Sugar, We’re Going Down by
lyra_wing Entertaining story where the boys finally stop dancing round each other, just before they’re about to go their separate ways for Thanksgiving. This is funny and sexy and if that weren’t good enough, it also has the joyous appearances of Mike and Tom.
Vacanze Romane by
benitle Jared breaks up with Sandy, so Jensen takes him on a trip to cheep him up. And, of course, Jensen in no way has any ulterior motives. This is epic storytelling that still has time to focus in on all the small touches between the boys as their relationship develops and changes. The descriptions of Rome are so detailed and vivid, that it feels almost as if you’re on holiday with them. Really great.
Toppy Jared
Exactly This Far by
cynthia_arrowGah. Ridiculously hot sexing with a believable emotional core. “"I think you underestimate how hard it is to stay in control when you're all naked and wiggly and needy and begging." There is only a slight tone of mocking in his voice, and Jen answers it with a soft snort. Too tired for a properly insulting retort.”
Illness & injury
If This Ever Brings You Down, I’ll Be Around by
1shotjunkie (flu) Amusing and adorable story where Jared is ill and Jensen fails at making soup. This is so cute. “Jared’s eyes are now large brown saucers on his face. “My arms are sore, Jen.” Well, hell, Jensen knows where this is going. He sighs, but doesn’t protest, as he fills the spoon and tries to hold it steady as Jared opens his mouth wide. The back of his mind, the evil cynical part, is telling him to shove the scalding spoon down Jared’s throat, but damn does he look helpless and it is nice to be needed.”
AU
A Little Fall Of Rain by
splashpinkAtmospheric, noir, period tale that’s full of twists and turns. This is clever and surprising, but never at the expense of emotion and character.
At Your Doorstep by
nutkin Jared orders a lot of stuff from a home shopping network. Jensen is his delivery guy. This is so much fun and guaranteed to leave a smile on your face.
Blended And Blessed by
benitle Written for
fluffandfold Yay. Schmoopy domestic goodness. Single daddy Jensen meets single daddy Jared when their kids get into a fight. This is a sweet slow-boil of a story with a really natural sense of development over time. Oh, and Jensen has a special piercing…
Get the Door, It’s Dominos by
notthequiettype Featuring Jared as a valley-girl style pizza delivery boy and Jensen as a scruffy mountain man, this is just wonderful. It’s so full of fantastic moments (like the bit where Jared wonders if he looks fat whilst riding Jensen) that the story seems to go by in a flash because you get that into the universe. In fact it’s so good, it kinda made me love Chad.
have you seen him whom my soul loves by
veronamay This is a beautiful and emotional story that’s so perfectly written that it draws you right in from the get go. Jensen is a priest that moves to a small town. There he meets the friendly Jared, who is about to marry his fiancé. This is smart and sad and aching and powerful and I really can’t do justice to just how good it is. “This new guy, though—Jensen. He seems different. When he trudged up the drive to the church and asked politely for Father Singer, Bob thought he must be a lost traveller asking for directions. It took a minute for him to get past the road dust to see the collar and the rosary dangling from his belt. Even then, Bob wasn't sure this wasn't some sort of set-up until Jensen introduced himself, mild as a lamb.”
Ripped From the Headlines: A Guide To Having a Famous Boyfriend by
unperfectwolfWritten for
spn_rainyday Completely adorable. This is a warm and sweet story about what happens when student Jared Padalecki meets acting megastar Jensen Ackles and the press thinks they’re a couple.
The Kennedy Curse by
buttoneddown (ongoing) The author makes amazing use of the internet to tell the story of Jared’s band. Fiction mixes with manips, mp3’s, photographs, fake magazine pages and more to create a complete experience. And it’s not a case of all style no substance, as it’s the story that draws you in to care about the rest of it.
Theoretical Physics by
moveablehistory Written for
spn_harlequin This is so visually unique. The author uses the medium of print as much as plot, dialogue and characterisation and it makes for an incredibly rich experience. Jared goes to work for Mr Ackles and his boss makes him an offer he can’t refuse.
Sequels & timestamp fics
Airplane Restroom Hijinx by
veronamay (timestamp ficlet for In Which Jared Makes A Realisation And Jensen Isn’t Nice, getting together) The title pretty much says it all. Yay.
After Jensen’s Party by
veronamay (timestamp ficlet for No Sleep Till Bedtime, getting together) Funny and sexy add on.
Crush by
prettyfreckles (sequel to So Damn Lucky, au) A lyrical and cerebral addition to this ‘verse.
Three Days Without Jared by
bksncleverness (timestamp fic for Football’verse, au) So ridiculously hot and perfect. Set just after the main story.
Out Of True by
thehighwaywoman (sequel to Tilted, au) Wonderful sequel that unravels a bit more about Jensen’s mystery.
Any good stories to rec to me? I gotta thank
siubhlach and emerald_angel9 for bringing on the pretty and finding me some yummy Jensen/ Wentworth fics. For anyone who's interested, these were:Melt Me Down by
miss_begonia (friends only) The Mess We're In by
la_folle_allure The Pugilists by
la_folle_allure And, as if everything weren't good enough - I got new shoes. Yay. They're really cute Emily the Strange t-bars.
Sweet.
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(unless that's a jinx..in which case...break a leg?)
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Love your rec lists and I second your rec of
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I was just about to talk myself into going offline. Now I have to stay a little longer...
;-)
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Mwah ha ha. It's all part of my evil master plan to...keep people on-line?
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And Sandy in a Jensen shirt, how cool. Is there any pics of it?
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I know...It's just so cute. Unfortunately, I haven't seen any - just read someones account of seeing her in it from one of the posts on the wicki. Apparently it was way to big on her but she still wore it for most of the day. Awwww.
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I usually go through your recs one by one. So I was reading through the J2 and JA/CK fics and it almost broke my heart. Good thing there are many happy J2 fics following those.
You're awesome!
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I know, it was a particularly melancholy bunch of those fics. I'm still a bit wigged out that I read Jason Behr porn though :-P
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haha...I haven't seen the picture, do you know where I can find it? Anyway, my head went straight to "Huh, he makes his girlfriend wear his boyfiend's shirt." *laughs*
Thank you so much also for your recs. I've always loved your recs. They are so well organaized and nicely themed. Is it possible to request for recs? I love toppy Jared and toppy Sam and if you ever feel like it, I'd love to get some recs from you. Thank you so much!
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"Huh, he makes his girlfriend wear his boyfiend's shirt." I like the way you think!
Yay. I'm glad you enjoy the recs. They're fun to do. I get to re-read all the stuff I love. And I love toppy Jared too. I've done a toppy Jared recs list which you can find under my links and I'll add to it whenever I find more.
If there's anything you want to request, feel free. I can't guarantee I'll know of anything - but i'll give it my best shot :-)
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And if in anyway in encourages you to write more epics...well them my evil plan is coming together :-P
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...and people like you keep distracting me with awesome recs like these. I really need to develop some self-discipline!
Incidentally, sylph_ironlight has some happy wensen joy too, but it's another friends only to read.
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Thanks for the tip - just waiting to see if I'll be friended back and they, yay, wenseny goodness.
The j2 porn laughs in the face of your discipline :-P
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But I definately agree on the first point. The world needs Wensen dammit!
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It's kind of an AU, a first time, it's got protective!Chris and toppy!Jared, a damaged!Jensen I actually like, and, hello, Texas and horse metaphors, and insta!connection J2.
It combines a lot of elements that I normally don't like, and makes them lyrical and believable.
Anyway, check out Break Loose Ranch (http://technosage.livejournal.com/tag/break+loose+ranch).
The author seems to be creating a little constellation of fics in this world, and I never thought I would enjoy Chris/anyone but Jensen, but there you are.
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But I totally appreciate the rec and because you reminded me of it, and I'm having a shitty day, I'm totally going to revisit it tonight.
It is a ridiculously good 'verse and I agree with you completely (plus I have a thing for fics where Jared calls Jensen baby and this one really pulls the stops out on that). And, yeah, the Chris/David story is worth deviating from Jensen for a while...
Thank you :-)
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Yeah, I'm having a shitty day, too. And yesterday, The Break Loose boys really helped bolster my spirits on *that* shitty day. May tomorrow be better! (please?)
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Hope tomorrow (today?) is much better.
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Yours?
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High five!
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I found in your recs here a bunch of stories that I've read and loved, and then read a bunch more that I hadn't heard of. \o/
For recs, might I mention the (also friends-locked) For I Have Sinned (http://miss-begonia.livejournal.com/146313.html) by
And for the unusual (I rec this one all the time), End Of Our Days (http://writeontarget.livejournal.com/11054.html), a post-apocalyptic Jensen/Jared by
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Thank you so much for the recs. The first two are on my lists somewhere, and I completely agree that they're fantastic. 'For I Have Sinned' is just so exquisitely written. I think 'Storm Coming On' may have been one of my first j2 fics too.
But I so haven't read the last one. *is excited* I'll definitely be checking that out over the weekend. Weeeeee new fic to read. Thank you again :-)