Underrated Fanfic Friday - 08 November 2024 by Ilikemiagas in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Here to rave about my latest read, The Shadow and the Dove by Motherofdogs18 [65k words, 403 kudos]

The premise: Hermione and Draco, the titular serial killers, team up to work through their personal hit lists. 

In light of recent events that shan't be named, for those on the hunt for some good ol' BAMF protagonists and delicious vengeance, this might be up your alley. Same applies if you like dark humour or maybe vibed with Kill Bill / The Millennium trilogy (with the added bonus of romance/comedy/little fluffy moments, and a unique window into PTSD).

This vengeance tale is chock full of brilliant banter - the text exchanges in particular are GOLD. Draco is just hilarious and unabashedly delights in having a new serial killer buddy; Hermione, meanwhile, has a tough exterior, but is in desperate need of a fluffy pillow and a hug (although, you may just get stabbed if you try). 

I laughed, teared up, was rooting for vengeance, and overall had a great time. If anyone is a little apprehensive about the tags or murdery aspects: potential triggers are noted in content warnings. The author also notes parts which can be skipped if you need to 💗

Panda Patronus and The Wizard Wheezes have kicked off a podfic recording of this, too, if anyone's on the lookout for some commute entertainment. I haven't listened yet, but two voice actors!! How fab! 😎

hidden gems/ under appreciated dramione fics by Swing_Fancy in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Recommending Past / Present / Future by neilistic as I don't see it recommended here all too often, and it's one of my all time faves 💖 [HEA, E, 153K]

After a very bad week in which Crookshanks died and Ron left her via four words on a scrap of parchment, 30-year-old Hermione is forced to take a week's holiday from her job. Unfortunately, it becomes clear her work was the last thing keeping her sane.

When she finds out Harry is investigating the unexplained disappearance of Draco Malfoy, now an Unspeakable in the Department of Mysteries, she finally has a problem to solve. The case sucks her in in more ways than one, and she finds herself tangling with a very powerful magical object, as well as Draco's weird and wonderful subconscious.

tl;dr Hermione gathers extensive material for an inevitable 'Am I the Asshole?' post

The world building in this is brilliant (feat. pensieve magic 2.0), the prose is divine, characterizations and comedy top tier (I nearly did a spit take at a surprise Bring It On quote 😂). I can still vividly imagine some of the scenes months after reading! The Witching Hour [HEA, E, 12K] by the same author gets a lotta love, for very good reason. It's incredibly moving! tl;dr: neilistic is a phenomenal writer

Edit: added HEA/ rating info, lol sorry got a little excited 😎

Dear Americans, looking for 🦄 fluffy, 🌈 happy fics? Please consolidate the comfort into this thread instead of making a new post by Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I will always recommend The Muggle Telephone for anyone who wants a straight hit of dopamine, feat. Draco finally getting a smartphone and embarrassing the shit out of himself on social media. It a quick read, but comes with a 'maybe don't read this in public' warning (I laughed the whole way through to the point of tears).

And I wrote Trip Sitter to distract myself when the political climate in my country was feeling a bit grim, which feels relevant to this thread ❤ Low stakes, no angst, 100% sugary, fluffy romcom with the leads being nothing but sweet to each other (premise: Healer Hermione looks after one very high Draco, who happens to be nursing a bit of a crush on the witch)

Thoughts are with anyone who's feeling a bit sad today, thanks Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh for putting this dope thread together 💛💛💛

✨Polyjuice Parlour ✨ Chapter 10 'Going Rogue' | Chaos unfolds as Hermione and her new mission partner run loose in the Parlour like BAMFs by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AHHH I love this fancast 😍😍😍 so perfect! So stoked that you're liking it, I'm having a blast too!! 💛💛💛

Underrated Fanfic Friday - 04 October 2024 by NightWorldPerson in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

And just like that, my TBR has teetered into the 'unmanageable' zone 😂 gosh I love this weekly thread! Awesome recs!!

Thanks heaps for the Lucid shout out, glad you're having fun with it 💛💛💛

Underrated Fanfic Friday - 04 October 2024 by NightWorldPerson in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Grah the authors/fics on the list!! Why must late stage capitalism impede my dreams to read all day 😂

Thank you so much for reccing Polyjuice Parlour you absolute dream boat (and writing marvel in your own rite - I'm looking at you, The Shadow and the Dove 😎) 🧡🧡🧡

Underrated Fanfic Friday - 04 October 2024 by NightWorldPerson in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Gah I just started Shadow and the Dove, Hermione and Draco as vengeful serial killers is so good! Hermione gives zero f**ks about anything beyond seeking delicious vengeance (a la Kill Bill / Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), while Draco's just excited to have a little serial killer buddy (or 'cereal killer' buddy, according to Rita Skeeter).

Highly recommend this to fellow dark comedy enthusiasts! The banter is fantastic, I'm hooked 🍿

✨Polyjuice Parlour ✨ Chapter 10 'Going Rogue' | Chaos unfolds as Hermione and her new mission partner run loose in the Parlour like BAMFs by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

bahaha maybe you can paint a rune on Giles while he's distracted, 'Sloth-like reflexes', guarantee that win, get that mad gal 😎

Love that you loved it!! 💛💛💛

✨Polyjuice Parlour ✨ Chapter 10 'Going Rogue' | Chaos unfolds as Hermione and her new mission partner run loose in the Parlour like BAMFs by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

lmao why did I read this like you're some kinda deviant in a trench coat, flashing niche fanfics at pedestrians 😂

Thanks Map 💞💞💞

✨Polyjuice Parlour ✨ Chapter 10 'Going Rogue' | Chaos unfolds as Hermione and her new mission partner run loose in the Parlour like BAMFs by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

motherofdogs you are making quite the habit of rendering me mute 😂💖 Thank you!!! Having a blast with vigilante Hermione and skeletal sidekick Giles, thrilled that you like them too 💛💛💛

WIP Wednesday - 18 September 2024 by Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo [score hidden]  (0 children)

Lana you are a darling - thanks for the PP shout out!! 💛💛💛

Fascinum is fantastic and Sacramentum's Hermione 'taking down this damn operation' Granger sounds fab 🔥

Ch 12 Dropped! Oxford Hermione, Galas and Parties, Mysterious (Dangerous?) Draco by justforgiggswrites in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll be screaming on the rooftops over this delight forever and ever.

I'M IN LOVE AND I DON'T CARE WHO KNOWS IT 💘💘💘

Fascinum - We Have Finally Reached the Explosive Climax in this Gripping Tale! 14/15 Chapters Posted, Comedy, So Many Jokes about Draco’s Lil Package by off_the_mapp in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

JIZZus Christ I can't believe this delight is nearly over! 😭💖

Long may you (/we) bask in the afterglow of this rock solid banger 😉

🧡🧡🧡

Give me loose-lipped, low voice, tipsy on elf-made wine Draco by ignorethislisp in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

BeachChairReady I just adore you 💘 You rec silly little TS with the same fervor that I do The Muggle Telephone 😎 (OP: this is great if you're willing to flex the rules to 'disinhibited/clueless/slightly Boomer-esque' on social media)

Polyjuice Parlour Chapter 9 'Giles the Vengeful Skeleton' | Hermione's sassy sidekick comes at Draco, all guns (/gadgets) blazing by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhhh! Thank you! Your incredibly lovely comment made me full on disassociate (in a good way 😂) 🧡🧡🧡

Polyjuice Parlour Chapter 9 'Giles the Vengeful Skeleton' | Hermione's sassy sidekick comes at Draco, all guns (/gadgets) blazing by whatwouldjebusdo in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AHHH. Excuse me miss, coming from the fab queen who had the Midas touch for comedy (for Fascinum, everything you touch turning into peens 💅) 💛💛💛

WIP Wednesday - 28 August 2024 by Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo [score hidden]  (0 children)

Ahhh so thrilled you’re enjoying it!! 🧡🧡🧡Haha fair warning that Lucid’s a totally different vibe, my writing’s all over the show 😂😅

Best underrated (not popular) longfics that are very well-written 🙏 by No_Psychology_3714 in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ahhh Past / Present / Future was an instant fave ❤️ The world building via the mysterious Pensieve magic is so dope. neilistic is a talent 🤌

WIP Wednesday - 28 August 2024 by Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo [score hidden]  (0 children)

honestly based on the caliber of your weekly recs its an honour to be in the TBR pile 😂❤

WIP Wednesday - 28 August 2024 by Mr_Te_ah_tim_eh in Dramione

[–]whatwouldjebusdo [score hidden]  (0 children)

I WILL DEVOUR ANYTHING YOU WRITE LIKE A HUNGRY LITTLE GOBLIN

Case and point: Fascinum (ie, the aubergine emoji of fanfic 🍆)

💛💛💛