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So, I've seen quite a few rec-lists. And suddenly yesterday it hit me - nobody has recced what is possibly THE most amazing R/S fic of all time. At least not lately. I realized this because I found an old folder of mine (in the closet, fittingly enough) with a bunch of printed-out fics, and I found a part of it. It gave me a start, because I'd almost forgotten about it. It isn't on the Kingdom because by the time I had asked the author for it (in the initial run, almost a year ago) she had somehow disappeared from the fandom (which kinda sucked because she was my beta at the time, and I was left beta-less, though now am very happily involved.) Her stories are only archived on one site (apart from the SBRL list, though they're BURIED, 'cause this was WAY THE FUCK BACK WHEN).

It's Anne's "At the Cursed House" and, more importantly, her wondrous "Whom He May Devour."

"ATCH" is Remus-focused, about how he got to come to Hogwarts.

"WHMD" is in the same universe, only this time, they've all left Hogwarts, and when it opens, Remus is being kicked out of the Auror Academy because he's been exposed as a werewolf. He and Sirius are attempting to pick up the pieces of their lost relationship (post-trick) and Voldemort is hard at work on his own plans.

The latter has two warnings: more angsty than you can imagine, and... ready for it? It's un unfinished WiP.

I know, I know...we all hate that. But believe me, where it's left off, perhaps it's better that we don't get to read the rest, because...well. Yeah.

But it is so beautiful, I cannot even tell you. I remember reading WHMD, and having my jaw literally drop open. It was exquisite. The writing was...well, I'm not sure how to explain. There is no easy formula to be found in Anne's writing. The sentences vary, they play with words, they defy all explanations by how breathtaking they are. There is such a love of language, such a deep understanding, such lyrical prose - it's astounding. If you haven't read it...my goodness. Do. And it has one of the most beautifully told love scenes I've ever read - fanfic or no fanfic.

And, just for the record, I've been up for almost an hour and it is 7:48. Oh yeah. I'm good. Going to bed early sure as hell pays off.

Off to take a shower and have tea. And then write.

Tomorrow - I pack. *squashes her squeals*

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Liz darling.. how long are you here for? You said you were coming on Friday, yes?

I really cannot wait to see you.

x

Right! Doi. I am in Brighton from the afternoon of the 9th (FRIDAY!!!) until, sadly, only the 13th, which is when we're off to Ireland. We'll be back on the 19th, maybe even in Brighton, and then we're going back on the 20th, I am sad to say. I don't to go baaaaaaaack, I want to staaaaaaaaay, Cara, why can't I staaaaaaaaaaaaaay?

Right. Enough whinage. YAY! I cannot WAIT to see you, and Steph, and ARGH! WOW! WOWOWOWOWOW!!!

*MWAHMWAHMWAH*

Cara's boobs! *cackles*

Ha! Liz's boobs you cheaky little monkey!

Steg's here all weekend I believe however I'll be away till Sunday evening unfortunatly. But you had better be coming round for tea! hehehe.

You have to leave again though Liz so that I can finish university without distractions from you! As soon as I'm done and have a highly paid job please feel free to return... permanantly.

He he. See you soon!!!!!

x

Yeah, yeah, fine, so I cheated. ;) *flashes you*

Oh, damn, you're always away, woman. ;) All right, I will see Sunday, then! But still! WOOHOOO!!!

I'll come back eventually, anyway. ;)

MWAH!

Anne's writing is just sublime. Although I can't read more than a little bit at a time – it's just too painful. And did you know she intended there to be another story, so that the three would form a trilogy relating Remus's life? Just think what we missed; because I doubt if she'll be back after OotP.

Anne's writing is just sublime.

That's it. That's the word I was looking for. It's really transcendant, isn't it? But you're right - I could never read it more than a few pages at a time because it's so emotionally draining and exhausting. Just the suspense alone!

And yeah, it's part of a trilogy. Arrrrrrrrgh, I was thinking about that today and almost crying. I mean...it would have been so painful. And way back when, we used to think that it would end well, you know?

I just hope Anne's ok. She kind of left with no warning, and I'm still worried for her. And it's been months now. But I'm not going to think bad thoughts. Right. Not thinking. And if she's ok, then I also don't think she'll be back after OotP... Dammit.

I think Anne is one of the very best SBRL writers-- hell, one of the very best HP writers. And, as Roche said, it's difficult for me to read her stories because they are so painful and wrenching; I can actually feel my heart beating faster as I read. Not just because of the amazing love scene, which manages to be poetic, hot as hell, romantic and urgent all at the same time. The entire piece is just incredible.

Now, speaking as someone with a recs page, I didn't rec WHMD on it despite my immense passion for it precisely because it's unfinished, and apparently will remain so barring some miracle (one for which I pray to the slash deities regularly). Why, why, why do excellent writers vanish when piss-poor ones hang around and continue inflicting their atrocities on us?

Yes, I remember that feeling of reading her stuff and just wanting to cry because it was so gorgeous and heart-wrenching. You're absolutely about the love scene. And when Remus says that Sirius 'has gone and shagged' him and hadn't even kissed him yet, and it's just so...oh God. Anyway. I might have to reread that part...

Yeah, that's a good idea. I mean...there's very very very little chance Anne will come back, and I was a bit apprehensive about telling people about this (or linking it through the Kingdom, because it IS a WiP) but I really wanted to get the word out. And you're right, it's just unfair that amazing writers leave or move on, and shit stays. Isn't that the way? I hope you're not planning on leaving any time soon!

Yeah. *sigh*

And dude, you need to, like, email me, with, like, times and adresses and stuff. Yeah. Cause, dude, SEEING IN DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYS!!!

:D

I know! Yay! So, one of my friends said it was totally fine with him if you stayed, too, he's just in the process of asking the other 3 housemates. But should be fine! And, another thing - I'm not sure when Jo and I will get TO Brighton (hopefully by the afternoon.) When are times for you to come?

I'll email. *nods*

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

God, that's one of my favorite fics... whatever happened to her??

Nobody knows. That's the horrible part. She just poof! - and disappeared. It is teh suck, sadly.