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[meetinginsamarra]

My Fave Sherlock BBC AUs - Historical Era

Around mid-month I’ll do a fic rec list with my fave AU genres or tropes. Summaries are taken from OP on AO3.

Roman Times

“Infamia” by Mr_CSI, thisisforyou

https://archiveofourown.org/works/485828

Ancient Roman AU. After his wife's brutal murder, John Watson shuns society and becomes a gladiator. He didn't expect to catch the attention of the Emperor, Sherlock Holmes himself...

“Guardian” by PoppyAlexander @fuckyeahfightlock​

https://archiveofourown.org/works/2381219

In Ancient Rome, Centurion John is hired to act as personal, round-the-clock bodyguard for the mad emperor's hedonistic, philosopher brother (that would be Sherlock). Sparks fly, John peers through a partly-open door, arrows fly, and Sherlock learns the very apt name given to John's 22-inch sword. No, his *actual* sword. He's a Roman solider, remember. What you were thinking would be. . .just, no.

“Of Chaos and Calculation” by  i_ship_an_armada @i-ship-an-armada​

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1670600

When John is captured and brought to Rome, he's sold to the most noted ludus in The Eternal City, the emperor's. There, he meets Sherlock, auctorati, enigma, a perfect partner in the arena. And out. Sherlock is investigating the murders of several gladiators, but has secrets of his own that could be more destructive than a defeat on the sands.

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Regency/Victorian-ish Times

“The frost is all over” by Chryse

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1614890

John was brave and clever and loyal, a commoner who longed for an exciting life. Sherlock was dashing and brilliant and passionate, an Earl’s son who longed to solve crimes. Being a Tale of Glorious Adventures, Love Letters, Treachery, Longing, Secret Identities, Deathbed Confessions, First Kisses, Daring Escapes, and True Love.

“Vows made in wine” by love_in_mind_palace (mysleepyhead)

https://archiveofourown.org/works/11063517

John Watson, a low born young man from the slums of London appears in the farthest corner of country to work as a valet for the young master living in the secluded mansion. Secrets, betrayal, conspiracy. A love blossoming in the most unfortunate circumstances.

“The Courtesan” by delightful_fear @delightful-fear-sherlock

https://archiveofourown.org/works/9195437

Desperate times call for desperate measures. John takes a job as a live-in doctor in the most exclusive brothel in London, never thinking he would fall under the spell of it's most infamous consort, Sherlock Holmes.

An AU set in 1860's Victorian England.

“Human Nature” by delightful_fear

https://archiveofourown.org/works/10907847

Rich and spoiled Sherlock makes a wager with his older brother that he can take a penniless man and make him presentable in high society.

An AU set in Regency London (1819).

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Wild West Times

“Unbranded Air” by suitesamba

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1804084

John Watson, widower, tried to leave medicine behind when he left England and came to America. Sherlock Holmes, trying to avoid the marriage his family insisted on, was sent to America after embarrassing his mother and damaging his family's social reputation. Hired to help solve a cattle rustling ring with his unbelievable deductive skills and knowledge of soils, Sherlock is injured and taken to John's ranch. He holes up there while his broken leg heals and pulls John into the investigation, and the two find common ground in more ways than either expected. An AU set in the Wyoming Territory in the 1890s, with John as an army doctor/Afghanistan veteran who wants to start over and Sherlock as a detective without a mobile phone and only John to ease his boredom.

“Buckaroo Fringe” -series (9 fics) by ponderinfrustration

https://archiveofourown.org/series/152033

The Varied Western Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson

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World War I&II Times

“Enigma” by khorazir and “Silent Night” sequel @khorazir​

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1991325

It’s the autumn of 1941, war is raging in Europe, German U-boats are raiding Allied convoys in the Atlantic, the Luftwaffe is bombing English cities, and the cryptographers at Bletchley Park are working feverishly to decode their enemies' encrypted communications. One should consider this challenge and distraction enough for capricious codebreaker Sherlock Holmes. But the true enigmas are yet waiting to be deciphered: an unbreakable code, a strange murder, and the arrival of Surgeon Captain John H. Watson of the Royal Navy.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/17313302

It’s Christmas Eve 1944, and Sherlock Holmes has received his most precious gift already: after a long, dangerous deployment, Surgeon Captain John Watson of the Royal Navy has unexpectedly returned from the front. As if this weren’t enough, there’s a case. Both events make for a night full of promise, excitement, and the difficult task of getting reacquainted with the man Sherlock hasn’t seen in three years and feared he’d lost forever.

“The secret patient” by PlainJane

https://archiveofourown.org/works/1953210

WWII, the Italian campaign. Dr. John Watson is left behind at a lonely chapel with a mysterious patient who cannot be evacuated with the rest of the field hospital, due to his injuries. John is fascinated by the man and his tales...or perhaps there is more to it than that.

“Rosethorne” by suitesamba

https://archiveofourown.org/works/7365160

John Watson, WWII army doctor, is injured in the line of duty and can no longer wield a scalpel. Sherlock Holmes, Britain's best code-breaker, is side-lined by his own devastating injury. In a work inspired by Frances Hodgson Burnett's "The Secret Garden," the two men must find meaning and purpose in a world which seems to have taken away all they hold most dear. But of course, it really hasn't.

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1950′s Greaser Times

“Still of the Night” by michi_thekiller

https://archiveofourown.org/works/9647849

1.) Curfew must be obeyed. 2.) Streets must be clear by sundown. 3.) If you find yourself out after curfew, seek shelter at the home of a friend, relative, or neighbor whom you know and trust. 4.) Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES should any unknown persons be allowed into the home after curfew.

It's a vampire greaserlock kids!

“You give me fever” by michi_thekiller

https://archiveofourown.org/works/785061

Thou givest fever when we kisseth, fever with thy flaming youth Fever I'm afire; fever, yea, I burn forsooth "He's the kind of boy you want to take apart."

“Go to the Devil” by JeanElizabeth​

https://archiveofourown.org/works/4323648

unfinished but still worth a read imo

“I’m going to kiss you. You have the choice to push me away at any moment and I will pursue no further. But I want to kiss you. Ever since you walked into that room with that cocky attitude and charming smile. You are all too perfect John Watson. Just push me away.”

John Watson is an All-American Boy; Star of the football team and straight A student. Sherlock Holmes is a dangerous dropout who gets his kicks from fast cars and cheap cigarettes. John struggles with his attraction to this greased up vagrant, who seems to take no shame in their sinful acts.

[itislove]

Johnlock Fic Rec 1/2023

another year, another chance to read even more fics than before!

Here's to all the amazing writers sharing their stories with us

An Excellent Singlestick Player by flawedamythyst, Explicit, ~4k, PWP, voyeurism, friends to lovers

An Indecent Gentleman by starrysummernights, Explicit, ~4,5k, Victorianlock, Valet John and Master Sherlock

Welcome Home, John by slashscribe, General, ~5,5k, Angst, Hurt/ comfort

Loudly Unspoken by Mount_Seleya, Mature, ~2k, post tab, confessions

If He Knows by shamelessmash, Mature, ~4,5 k, Pining, so much Pining!!

Let Me by Violsva, Explicit, ~11k, Victorianlock, Sherlock suffers from Insomnia, John gives him "a hand"

Unwasted by patterofdefiance, Explicit, ~9k, freinds to lovers, series 3fix it

Let It Snow by delightful_fear, Mature, ~3k, Fluff, Friends to lovers

A Trifling Matter by wordybirdy, Explicit, ~14k, Victorianlock, Case Fic, Friends to lovers

The Real Great Perfumers by shelleysprometheus, Explicit, ~45 k, no words, just go and read immediately!!

Entree Adagio Variation Coda by tiger_in_the_flightdeck, Teen and up, ~10k, Balletlock, dance

Ink and Honey by stripyjumpers, Mature, ~3,5k, Collegelock, love confessions, tattoos

Operation Inked by QuinnAnderson, Explicit, ~6k, tattoolock, Sherlock being obsessed with John's tattoo

In Plain Sight / Inappropriate by SilentAuror, Explicit, ~38k, Sherlock and John discovering they both like very public sex, friends to husbands

[klaineccfanficlibrary]

Hi, I'm looking for a fan fiction where Kurt got a role in a Broadway show where he played a character from the movie 300 (the show was inspired by that movie). Kurt had to work out and got more muscular, Blaine was happy and a little jealous. If I remember correctly there was a part where Blaine posted pictures of Kurt shirtless.

Here it is. It's on Scarves & Coffee so you may need to sign in ~Jen

Five Times Klaine F*ck and One Time They Make Love by delightful_fear

Based on this prompt: Kurt is asked to do role on Broadway, where he has to get muscular, with abs. He's already toned, so it takes a few weeks. Blaine can't keep his hands off him, whenever he comes home. Opening night comes and everyone is salivating over Kurt and his body. Kurt's phenomenal and gets a standing ovation. Blaine gets really jealous. (I edited out the spoilers)

[inevitably-johnlocked]

Nothing But Flowers by delightful_fear (M, 67,924 w., 17 Ch. || Future Alternate First Meeting AU || Medical Procedures, Sexy Sherlock) – An AU set 30 years in the future… But this is not a dystopia. Some things are better, some things worse, many things unchanged.John is happy with his life as a successful surgeon. Why is he feeling so attracted to Sherlock, a man who is his opposite in so many ways? Even if he gave into temptation, there’s no way this can be more than a quick, hot fling, right?

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THANK YOU!

Hello hello! How're you doing lovely? 🧡❤️

I started new season of Black Mirror last night which made me think, is there any fic that our boys watch the series , and how would Sherlock think or react on the show? Or any specific episode? I've read tons of fics with his reaction to reality shows, Bond movies, cooking shows and documentaries, but never for Black Mirror.

Wish I could challenge my favorite writers on this but no one sees my posts so I send it to you 😁

Hey Lovely!

AHHHHHH I don't know of any about them WATCHING Black Mirror, just Black-Mirror-inspired fics:

A Real Deal by toyhto (M, 10,339 w., 1 Ch. || Black Mirror-Inspired ||  Science Fiction, Post-TRF, Canon Divergence) –  Please be real, he thought and pulled Sherlock closer. (TO READ)

Uncharted Territory by J_Baillier (T, 19,603 w., 4 Ch. || Dystopian Future / Black Mirror AU || Alternate First Meeting, Angst, Drama, Homophobia, Bisexuality, Technology, Humour, Romance, Near Future, Happy Ending) – The System puts people through a series of assigned relationships in order to determine who their Perfect Match is. John believes that it works; Sherlock really, really doesn't. One of them is probably going to be wrong.

Only To Be With You by SinceWhenDoYouCallMe_John (M, 40,768 w., 4 Ch. || Black Mirror / Future AU || Character Death, Future Technology, Sickness/Cancer/Illness, Heavy Angst with Happy Ending, First Person POV John, Pining John, Heart-Wrenching Angst, Promise of Forever) – I tell myself that next time I’ll come near this same place again. Wait around for the mysterious stranger in his coat to dash past me, hot on the heels of a new criminal in black. I think this all the way back to my Exit, planning where I’ll wait and what I’ll say when I see him. Scheming on how to get his name. It’s only once I reach the Exit Point door that I realize two hours and forty-five minutes have passed, and I realize that this won’t be the last time I Visit. It won’t be the last time at all.

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Anyone know of any fics closer to what Nonny would rather read????

[swissmissficrecs]

Word count: 67,924 Chapters: 17/17 Fandom: Sherlock (TV) Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Sherlock Holmes/John Watson Characters: Sherlock Holmes, John Watson, Molly Hooper, Sally Donovan, Mycroft Holmes, Mrs. Hudson (Sherlock Holmes), Mike Stamford, Greg Lestrade, Janine (Sherlock), Janine Hawkins Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Never Met, Medical Procedures, London, Alternate Universe - Future, Kind of like Black Mirror, Sherlock is a sexy beast Summary:

An AU set 30 years in the future…But this is not a dystopia. Some things are better, some things worse, many things unchanged.

John is happy with his life as a successful surgeon. Why is he feeling so attracted to Sherlock, a man who is his opposite in so many ways? Even if he gave into temptation, there’s no way this can be more than a quick, hot fling, right?

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Rec: This is an alternative meeting AU that starts off looking like it’s going to be a relatively straightforward -- if extremely hot -- cybersex romp but turns into a genuinely intriguing original casefic, complete with fleshed-out OC’s, shadowy motivations, disguised identities, and a chain of connections that only Sherlock Holmes can untwist. Sherlock and John slot perfectly into their updated roles and sizzle together, but honestly the thing that really roped me in was the world-building, delving into the realm of near-future speculation based on real-life trends. It’s refreshing to read a future!fic that doesn’t posit a hellscape apocalypse or a high-tech utopia, but that feels utterly plausible while still delivering on all the novelty, excitement, and intrigue -- both in terms of the plot as well as the relationship between Sherlock and John.

[cupidford]

Nothing But Flowers by delightful_fear

Johnlock Love Letters #1279 (AU fic rec)

[kurtbastion]

COLLEGE KURTBASTIAN FIC RECS:

My first rec list:

HS/ summer fics:

We Were Never Here by SweetestDisarray* (series):

Kurt is at Callbacks when an intoxicated Sebastian Smythe crashes into his lap. He's less than impressed, but then there's alcohol, and kissing, and violent storms that are beautiful in the ache of it; and they're wrapped up in each other's lives before they even see it coming.

But they both know it can only be temporary. At the end of the year Sebastian is leaving for Dublin - running, though he won't admit it - and Blaine is moving to New York and coming for Kurt. All they have is the rest of the year. At least, that was the plan.

Intervention by iaminarage (one shot):

"(708):So, do you ever feel like EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOUR FRIENDS IS INVOLVED IN A MASSIVE AND INTRICATE CONSPIRACY TO COCKBLOCK YOU AT ALL COSTS?"

Distraction by artist_artists (series of one shots):

Future fic, takes place in college. The first time Kurt and Sebastian sleep together, Kurt expects at least one of them to have some regrets.

Hard Won by artist_artists (one shot):

Kurt ends up with Sebastian as one of his roommates during his sophomore year of college, and their relationship progresses in some strange ways that Kurt has no idea how to deal with.

Bigger is not Always Better by iaminarage (one shot):

"(412): I have to drop off my inflatable penis costume at the bar. Do you think you could meet me there at like 6:30?"

Messy artist_artists (one shot):

Three months into a relationship with Sebastian, Kurt finds out some shocking news. Homelesss!Sebastian. Not an AU, just a fic that takes place a few years in the future.

This Should Be An Interesting Year* (multi-chap, locked on Ao3 so make sure you’re signed in when accessing):

Kurt and Sebastian wind up as college roommates, unfortunately.

Surprises Verse by artist_artists (series of one shots):

Kurt has more in common with Sebastian than he realized.

Origami by artist_artists (one shot):

Sebastian gets in the way of Kurt’s relationship mourning period. Pre-Kurtbastian.

Hole in One by plezel and readfah_cwen (multi-chap):

College. A time for self-exploration, and the exploration of others. Learning new things, and unlearning others. It’s meant to be the best time of your life, and Kurt Hummel is excited for the chance to experience it. The only stumbling blocks to his dreams of a perfect first year? His roommate, the obnoxious and not-at-all-attractive Sebastian Smythe. And golf.

Wrong Window by delightful_fear (series):

It starts with Sebastian sexting Kurt by accident…. Or was it an accident?

Things heat up between them and then go in a surprising direction.

* fics on my top 10 kurtbastian fics list

[discordantwords]

Fic Recs - May 2021

Sharing some fics I've enjoyed over the past month! Everything listed below is complete:

A Storm for Late Blooming by zemph147

Better Than Magic by MythAnd

Better than Obligatory Cake by delightful_fear

Floaters in My Eyes by MythAnd

Hired Gun by simplyclockwork

holding steady by darcylindbergh

Lush by stopthat

Nightmares by giraffed

No Hill Too Steep by MissDavis

Octopus by ohlooktheresabee

Rewind by Khorazir

Stolen by All_I_Need

The Beauty of Broken Edges by snorklepie

The Short Tragic Death of John Watson by Calais_Reno

Be sure to check the tags on each individual fic. Happy reading!

[lapuslazulli]

Chapters: 1/2 Fandom: Sherlock (TV) Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Sherlock Holmes/John Watson Characters: Sherlock Holmes, John Watson, Mycroft Holmes, Brief mentions of other characters Additional Tags: 1867, Alternate Universe - Prostitution, Prostitution, Brothels, Science Bros, Medical Experimentation, Alternate Universe - Victorian, Victorian Sherlock Holmes, Victorian John Watson, Victorian, Alternate Universe - Historical, Historical Series: Part 2 of The Courtesan Summary:

It has been a year, with John and Sherlock settling into their new lives together. But then a letter arrives, with the potential to upset everything. Will the darker parts of Sherlock’s past destroy his chance at a peaceful future?

[itislove]

Johnlock Fic Rec 11 & 12/ 2022

November and December were very busy months but I still managed to read a bit

Twelfth Night by yourdykeinshiningarmor, Explicit, ~15k, Friends to lovers, Pretend Relationship

A Fine Romance by Mazarin221b, Explicit, ~2k, Established Relationship, Fluff

The Aristocrat in the Parlour by berlynn_wohl, Explicit, ~5k, Omegaverse, PWP

Time Enough by airynothing, General, ~1k, Soulmate AU

All the Rest (of What I Want) by philalethia, Explicit, ~68k, Alternative First Meeting, sort of Sugar Daddyish, Sherlock is the Sugar Daddy

Off on the Wrong Foot by Unloyal_Olio, Explicit, ~31k, Alternative First meeting, Dark comedy, happy ending

Mistakes of Our Youth by candle_beck, Explicit, ~31k, Victorian!Lock, so much of a happy ending be warned! still worth a read though

The Courtesan by delightful_fear, Mature, ~67k, Alternative Universe, Sherlock is a high-end Prostitute,John works as the live-in Doctor at the Brothel, Victorian!lock,

[klaineccfanficlibrary]

What's on your to read list?

LYNNE’S READING LIST (@STOPANDIMAGINELOVEFOREVER)

Life In The Big Apple by @hkvoyage   (WIP)

Sequel to Westerville Abbey. Kurt and Blaine are reunited, but their happily ever after comes with a whole new set of challenges: relationship hiccups, jealousy, sabotage, war memories, and family troubles. Yet with love and perseverance, they can make it through. A Klaine historical AU set in the 1920s.

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Stripper With A Big Heart by delightful_fear   (WIP)

Blaine has amnesia, Kurt is a stripper, they need to have a fake marriage... Gee, I wonder what will happen?

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I Wish I Knew How to Quit You by  I've-Gotta-Be-Me

Kurt works with his family and friends on the most successful ranch in all of Ohio. When word comes in that there's a new ranch bringing in some serious competition, Kurt's the one who has to go investigate. He doesn't like what he finds at all.

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The Moments in Between by  Korn95

Set in Victorian England, Blaine is just starting out in the world of banking, his life is technically perfect, when he decides to help a pale boy rifling through his bins. Little does he know that by helping this boy, his life will never be the same again.

MARJAN’S READING LIST (@LILYVANDERSTEEN)

In a Minute by @notarelationship​ (WIP)

Kurt’s a bit clumsy, and Blaine needs a boyfriend in a hurry. What more do you want?

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A Recovery Story by life42universe (WP)

This is a sequel to A Ghost Story, and likely won't make sense if you haven't read it. Blaine's awake. Now what? With New York looming closer every day, and Blaine just now awake from a three-year coma, what's Kurt meant to do? As Blaine recovers, how will their relationship grow and change? There's a long, bumpy road ahead. How will they do?

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A Beautiful Mess by WildHurricane

What do you say when your very straight friend tells you he wants to know what it's like to kiss a guy and all you want to say is "kiss me". Kurt is secretly in love with his best friend Blaine. He's recently figured out he's gay, but hasn't told anyone. Especially not Blaine. Or his girlfriend. Blaine is confused and in denial about why he wants to kiss Kurt. He's not gay. He has a long line of girlfriends to prove that. Both are scared what it will do to their friendship if the other finds out.

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Chained to the Rhythm of Love by mirvly

Breakout artist Blaine Anderson is new to the life of a celebrity. With his popularity rising as a pop star in New York City, he longs for a connection with someone that goes beyond his life of luxury. When he meets Kurt Hummel, an up-and-coming name in the world of designer fashion, he knows he has to get Kurt to design an outfit for him for the red carpet. But it soon becomes clear that the two have a connection beyond business.

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HKVOYAGE’S READING LIST (@HKVOYAGE​)

Express Yourself by Esperanto (WIP)

When he was 4, he didn’t notice it. When he was 6, he hoped he could outgrow it. When he was 14 he thought he could ignore it. When he was 16, he tried hide it. When Blaine is attacked for being different, he transfers to a new school where he meets a cadre of misfits called The New Directions, who seem very impressed with his singing and very curious about his past. Blaine just wanted to fit in but maybe he will find something better: his voice. [A canon-divergent story in which Blaine transferred to McKinley rather than Dalton after being attacked at his old school.]

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i tried to write it down, but i could never find a pen by KHlove065 (WIP)

AU: To celebrate his eighteenth birthday, Puck takes Kurt to a gay bar in Columbus. Kurt finds himself embarrassingly entranced by a particular curly haired dancer, and the last thing he expects is for him to be the son of his Dad's new girl friend.

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Love’s Cycle - Discovery by kafreses

Two boys meet on the stairs and a cascade of emotions ensue. Blaine remembers their love, the tenderness and the fights. Life with Kurt has not always been easy, but neither is true love. Now, at the end of it all, Blaine begins to realize the depth of what they have shared and perhaps a little bit more.

Sequel: Love’s Cycle - Coupledom

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Day 06 - Mirrors by CoffeeAddict80 (@caramelcoffeeaddict)

Blaine finds his soulmate, but there is something different about him. This is the story of their first ten days together.

[swissmissficrecs]

Underrated Fics, Part 15

I don’t know whether this signals a shift in the fandom, or the effects of the physical, mental, and psychological strain we have all been under this year, but there seem to be more fics garnering lower kudo counts. In fact, nearly every individual fic that I’ve recced in the past couple of months still has under 200 kudos. Does that mean I’ve only picked the less popular ones to read in the first place? Or has readership dropped off that much? At any rate, with the holidays coming up, if you have some time and energy for a little fic escape, please consider one of these and spread the love.

Qualifications:

- Fic complete and over 10K - Last chapter posted prior to November 1, 2020 - Fewer than 200 kudos as of this posting - Earned a ‘favorite’ from me on AO3

(P.S. See my other “Underrated” lists here.)

In descending order of length:

1. This is an alternative meeting AU that starts off looking like it’s going to be a relatively straightforward – if extremely hot – cybersex romp but turns into a genuinely intriguing original casefic with some excellent worldbuilding. A fresh incarnation of the future!fic genre.

Nothing But Flowers by delightful_fear (67K, M, Johnlock) An AU set 30 years in the future…But this is not a dystopia. Some things are better, some things worse, many things unchanged.John is happy with his life as a successful surgeon.  Why is he feeling so attracted to Sherlock, a man who is his opposite in so many ways?  Even if he gave into temptation, there’s no way this can be more than a quick, hot fling, right?

2. This fic is just a huge amount of fun, with an original casefic, undercover work, Johnlock progressing from coparents to lovers, and some excellent original characters.

Curtain Rising by tiger_in_the_flightdeck (61K, E, Johnlock) A disgraced television star is the target of a series of death threats just after a theatre production’s adaptation of The Sound of Music is announced with her as the lead. The suspect list is a mile long and growing, Rosie Watson is in the spotlight, and Sherlock might be getting too fond of his time on stage to focus on the case. With opening night approaching, can he and John figure out who wants their client dead before her final curtain rises?

3. This is a beautifully written fic with a longer arc, so be sure to stick with it through the first few unconnected scenes; the payoff will come later on!

Caesura by emilycare (36K, M, Johnlock and Warstan) The violin is a retreat that eases the quiet of Sherlock Holmes' solitude.  It also speaks for him when he cannot bridge the gaps his defenses create. Moments when music helps Sherlock reach out or let others in, like his stalwart flatmate and, in time, the doctor's daughter. Five+ times Sherlock Holmes played the violin, and one time he did not.

4. This is an insidious psychological horror story that sneaks up on you and won’t let you go. In case anyone is thinking it’s not for them, though, it’s more creepy than outright scary, and the Johnlock relationship is a lovely, natural progression.

Rose Madder by Vulpesmellifera (25K, E, Johnlock) With a history of bad choices firmly behind him, Sherlock Holmes has established himself with New Scotland Yard as a brilliant if egotistical solver of crime. An island unto himself, he's avoided all thoughts and urges of sentimental or physical attachment to another person not only for the sake of The Work, but for the equilibrium of his Mind Palace. Until he meets John Watson. This seemingly ordinary yet compelling man catches Sherlock's interest as something more than a mere roommate. When John moves in, he brings with him something unexpected: a strange family heirloom. The nightmare begins.

5. This is a clever and well-plotted original casefic with a fascinating alternative backstory for Sherlock. This may be getting less attention due to the Gen aspect, but I found it comforting to see Sherlock and John working together with such a solid, non-angsty friendship between them.

it's not always black and wight by elldotsee (21K, M, Gen)   By the time he turned eight, Sherlock had had more supernatural experiences than he could count or recall. He’d grown used to flickering lights, the whispers in the night, the sudden appearance of apparitions in the corridors. The dead were just as much a part of his life as the living. He went about his business, never disrupting theirs.  Sometimes he talked to them, but they never talked back. Sometimes, he heard their stories second-hand, in the snippets of conversation between his parents at the dinner table, but they were never spoken about like real people. They were simply characters that formed the tapestry of the house, bumps and flickers of a life stuck in the in-between.  That is, until he met Victor.

6. Although this is the fourth installment in a longer series, everything is recapped enough for understanding of this romantic getaway with just the right amount of dramatic tension, and more than enough besotted newlywed antics to make up for it.

The Nearer Your Destination by Silvergirl (18K, E, Johnlock) After a December wedding, Sherlock takes John to Venice for a February honeymoon. It's absolutely perfect, up until the moment he hears John growl, "What the hell is Zanardi doing here?"

7. Another casefic with Sherlock, John, and this time Greg as well, working together like a well-oiled machine to solve a deeply disturbing homicide. This one definitely delivers the thrills and fascination!

The Victim Experience by J_Baillier (16K, T, Gen) A case takes Sherlock and John deep into the seedy underbelly of the haunted attractions industry. With audiences craving more and more intense experiences, is a real murder the next logical step?

8. The writing in this is a cut above: tidy and smart, it’s a genuine pleasure just to see words put together like this. Add in a tender slow burn of steady companionship shifting into deep and abiding love with a Sherlockian mix of danger, adventure, and humor, and you have a perfect package of reading satisfaction.

In Care Of by consoul (15K, T, Johnlock) Five noteworthy times John took care of Sherlock, and one time Sherlock stepped up to take care of John.

9. At a glance, there’s nothing that should deter anyone from reading this friends-to-lovers fic by an established and beloved author. So, what are you waiting for?

The Subtenant by Khorazir (12K, T, Johnlock) When you have ruled out the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth. Hence, there can be no doubt about it: 221B is haunted. Sherlock and John set out to investigate their new subtenant and find out more than they bargained for.

10. This is a fun and unique angle of the reunion after estrangement premise. (Slightly AU, TFP does not exist and there was no baby.)

2 Down, 5 Across by disfictional (12K, E, Johnlock; John/OMC) It's been five years since everything, and John and Sherlock are estranged. John, lonely, takes an interest in crossword puzzles. He starts noticing that the clues have a very particular theme and style, one that reminds him of years ago.

[ao3feed-johnlock]

read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/3vkZ6Si

by delightful_fear

What happens after they meet Molly at the ‘cake place’? Here’s another way the end of that episode could have gone...

Words: 1653, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English

Fandoms: Sherlock (TV)

Rating: Mature

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply

Categories: M/M

Characters: John Watson, Sherlock Holmes, Mrs. Hudson (Sherlock Holmes)

Relationships: Sherlock Holmes/John Watson

Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Alternate Universe, Canon up to 4.2, Tooth-Rotting Fluff

May 25, 2021 at 07:03AM

[ficrecsforklaine]

Do you have any fics of Blaine having amnesia? I’m looking for one where he and Kurt are married but doesn’t remember. He only remembers his teenage years and cooper. I believe he gets his memories back at burts house. If you know this doc thank you so much!! And I would love to read more with Blaine having amnesia too

I think you might be looking for this one:

Forget Me Not by me and Mr. Jones  [FFN] (93,067words rated T) 

Kurt and Blaine are attacked and when Blaine wakes up, he thinks he's fourteen, not Kurt's husband. I know it's been done but... It's something i couldn't get out of my head. Please read and review

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other fics I know of with Blaine having amnesia:

I'll Remember by americanfangirl [S&C] (19,828words PG13) [PDF]

Kurt and Blaine are in love. That fact is obvious to anyone who encounters them. But, an accident leaves Blaine with amnesia; no memory of Dalton, McKinely, any Glee clubs at all, Kurt and his sexuality. While struggling to remember how to be himself, can this supposedly straight Blaine learn to love Kurt?

WARNING: Homophobic slurs and bullying! I tried to leave it out as much as possible, while still giving the story it's full impact.

Remember Me by FallOutGirl1 [FFN] (27,403words rated T)

After a head injury, Blaine cannot remember anything after the beginning of his sophomore year. How will Kurt cope when he finds himself, once again, trying to get Blaine to fall for him? Memory Loss / Amnesia!fic 

Stripper with a Big ... Heart by delightful_fear [AO3] (44,204words Explicit/NC17)

Blaine has amnesia, Kurt is a stripper, they need to have a fake marriage... Gee, I wonder what will happen?

[blainebigbang]

Blaine Big Bang 2020: Posting Schedule

It’s finally here! 

Tomorrow kicks off the Blaine Big Bang 2020!

Every other day, throughout the month of February, Blaine fans will be greeted with a new 25K+ fic of Blainey goodness from our 16 amazing authors and artists! Congrats to our participants!

Please see below the cut for the complete schedule:

February 1st - take my picture now (shake it 'til you see it) Author: Civillove Artist:  Kanversrph Blaine likes to call this part of his life as being 'the flavor of the month'. While he enjoys being a successful model, he feels like the industry keeps taking little pieces of him. When he meets Sebastian, a nature photographer, he feels like he might get those pieces back.

February 3rd - Nothing Can Keep Us Apart Author: TeddysHoney Artist:  Riverance Blaine is a Prince whose father was killed by King Burt's army. Blaine lives with his mother near King Burt's castle. One day, Prince Kurt sees him drawing water, and Kurt sneaks into the village to meet Blaine. They see one another in secret for a while. A war begins, however, and Blaine must go and fight. Kurt looks for him every day, waiting for him to return. He has no idea that Blaine has been captured by the enemy or that he's waiting for his brother to help him escape certain death. Once the war is over, Burt decides it is time for Kurt to find a mate. No one is good enough in Kurt's eyes, however. After realizing that Blaine may not be coming home and a pleasant evening spent in the arms of another man, Kurt sneaks off into the woods to cry, convinced he'll have to marry someone else and that Blaine is dead. Blaine surprises him in the forest, and, having convinces an indebted priest to marry them, the two are wed. Instead of returning to the castle, however, they decide to fend for themselves in the lawless forests surrounding the kingdoms. February 5th - Ships That Pass In The Night Author: Delightful_Fear Artist:  JudeAraya    Blaine has a great life, with people packing into his piano bar six nights a week as they sail to some of the most beautiful places in the world.  He’s not lacking for beautiful men to share his bed either.  Why would meeting the aloof counter-tenor in a touring Broadway group change anything?  

February 7th - Life in Repair Author: Room108 Artist:  SeblaineAddict  In the wake of his most recent break-up with Kurt, Blaine returns home to Lima to lick his wounds and reclaim some measure of happiness. An unexpected opportunity to travel to Thailand with former friend (and sometimes nemesis) Sebastian Smythe, proves to be just the salve he needs. As their bond strengthens through the ups and downs of life on the road, Sebastian and Blaine revisit their lingering spark from high school and must decide whether it’s worth re-igniting or if it will be snuffed out for good.

February 9th - Bicycle Patrol Unit Author: Carmelcoffeeaddict Artist:   Lallagoglee   When NYPD bicycle cop, Blaine Anderson, begins to fall for Kurt Hummel - the gorgeous man that he first notices jogging through the park during Blaine's patrol - it causes a rift between him and his patrol partner, Sebastian Smythe.

February 11th - The Silver-Scaled Mark Author: Jayhawkwrites Artist:  Michaelscribbles   Blaine is a half-elf living in a town of full-blooded elves. He doesn’t fit in and is bullied almost daily for his heritage. One day Blaine finds solace in the library and later finds a book that talks about the magic in his world. He is drawn to it and wants to learn all he can. After Blaine has consumed all of the books in his town, he goes off to college to become a wizard so that he can help protect those that are not able to adequately defend themselves. Once he has graduated, he finds that he and several companions are part of a prophecy that will help unite the races in his world. February 13th - Out of the Blue Author: Lilyvandersteen Artist: Redheadgleek Kurt organises a fake wedding for Brittana to get presents from random billionaires. Cooper is one of those invited, and he shows up with his brother in tow. Sparks fly, but not of the good kind. Enemies to lovers, anyone? With a slight Pride and Prejudice vibe? 

February 15th - Let It Be Me Author: Darriness Artist:  Usurix It's been three years since Blaine fell in love with Kurt but between college, jobs, social lives, and parenting his twelve-year-old sister, can Blaine manage it all? 

February 17th - Wouldn't Change A Thing Author: Slaydiest Artist:  Datshitrandom  One the eve of his junior year at Dalton, Blaine’s dad kicks him out of the house, dumping him at the bus stop, cutting him off, and leaving him homeless. This is the story of how he survives, meets Kurt, and ultimately triumphs.  February 19th - Here You Come Again Author: Kaianieves Artist:  Kanversrph It's senior for Blaine, and just when things should be falling into place, he finds them falling apart. He's got a crush- hopefully nothing more than that- on his best friend, and a dance that he would rather do anything other than plan. Blaine's conflicted- should he sit out, be miserable and hope that this year passes by in a blur? Or should he embrace it, enjoy it and maybe even shoot his shot? February 21st - A Very Seblaine Christmas Author: MrsTotten Artist:  SeblaineAddict Blaine loves his family and friends, he really does. But after a bad break up they just won’t leave him alone it doesn’t matter that everything else is going great, everyone is fixated on whether he is finally dating again. None of this is helped by his ex fiancé proposing to his new boyfriend at top of the rock and now all anyone can focus on is blaine love life or lack thereof. And now he’s heading home for the holidays. A whole week of crazy family, new directioners and so he tells a tiny white lie, that his new boyfriend his joining him for Christmas. Whilst waiting on a delayed flight and trying to figure out how to break the truth to everyone he bumps into the last person he expected to see, the flirty, charming green eyed ex warbler who was always able to find a way under his skin. Over a whiskey and a catch up an idea forms and Sebastian agrees to be his fake date for the holidays. But as Sebastian finds himself engulfed in the warm, happy madness of Blaine’s family and friends and warbler reunions, Blaine starts to see a new side to his old friends and as ex boyfriends, meddling friends and well meaning family start to get involved. This fake relationship could end up being the most real thing these crazy boys have.

February 23rd - broken glass sparkling Author: Merengs Artist:  Purpleyin   A year abroad. A chance to get away, put on hold all the issues he still needs to resolve and maybe find the bits of himself he thinks he’s lost. So Blaine takes it. February 25th - It's Not Easy (Being Stuck With Me Tonight) Author: Xhorizen Artist:  Thegreatgothamrewatch   Blaine had the perfect life – He was married to the man of his dreams, they lived with their best friend in the greatest city in the world, and he had everything he had ever dreamed of. Never mind the crippling depression and anxiety he dealt with each day he failed to book a job, and the lack of happiness he had in his marriage. One night, everything gets turned upside down and everything Blaine thought he knew was gone. How will he manage to pick up the pieces and try to make sense of his life again?  February 27th - Is There a Twelve Step Just For You? Author: Thenameisbritney Artist:  Datshitrandom   "He was still the same short, nerdy Blaine Anderson he’d always been. An easy target for school bullies everywhere. Kurt was the popular co-captain of the Cheerio’s, looking down on his kingdom like a fair but firm ruler. No one was on his level, certainly not a peasant like Blaine." Or Blaine tries to tell Kurt that he has a crush on him but accidentally ends up asking for a makeover instead. Oh, dear. February 29th - The Dalton Military Academy Warblers Author: Julia3132 Artist:  CinnamonT   Blaine Anderson is 2nd son of richest man in the world Winston Anderson. A devastating injury brought him back to Ohio where he disappeared into the family's massive estate. Society doesn't see him again until 2 years later, when after the death of Winston, he shows up at Dalton Military Academy, a place he is totally unsuited for. Sebastian Smythe is Captain of Dalton’s elite 1st Squadron and everything Blaine wants to be…dashing, debonair, comfortable in his own skin. A real James Bond. What Blaine doesn’t know is Sebastian is actually a member of the secret organization and Blaine is his mission...Find out the truth behind Blaine's arrival at Dalton and determine whether or not it has anything to do with his father's unexpected death. March 2nd - Love, Blaine Author: Gleefuldarrencrissfan Artist:  Klainiac Blaine Anderson is a typical teenager.  Except he’s not because he’s hiding a huge secret.  He’s gay.  But after reading a confession on the informal Dalton blog, he discovers that he’s not the only closeted boy at Dalton.  After a moment of courage, he emails him and ultimately starts up a friendship that will change life as he knows it. Loosely based on the movie Love, Simon. 

[lapuslazulli]

Chapters: 20/20 Fandom: Sherlock (TV) Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Relationships: Sherlock Holmes/John Watson Characters: Sherlock Holmes, John Watson, Greg Lestrade, Mrs. Hudson (Sherlock Holmes), Sally Donovan, Mike Stamford, Molly Hooper, Philip Anderson, Mary Morstan, Harry Watson, Clara (Sherlock), Mycroft Holmes Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Prostitution, Alternate Universe - Never Met, Prostitution, Alternate Universe - Historical, Historical, Victorian Sherlock Holmes, Victorian, Medical Examination Series: Part 1 of The Courtesan Summary:

Desperate times call for desperate measures. John takes a job as a live-in doctor in the most exclusive brothel in London, never thinking he would fall under the spell of it's most infamous consort, Sherlock Holmes.

An AU set in 1860's Victorian England.