Many fanfic authors have attempted modern AU versions of Downton Abbey, but the only one that really does a great job of translating the family's personality and power conflicts from Series 1 is Not For Turning. Nothing is awkward or shoehorned in this modern recasting of the period piece, and the author displays an excellent working knowledge of the modern British political system, which she uses as a backdrop for her tale. The stakes are explained well and feel like they matter. This isn't just another "let's recast the characters as high school or college students" modern AU. The plot is interesting for its own sake.
A great, well-paced, amusing, informative, and thoroughly engaging romance, making use of the canon characters' personalities in a new setting. Well worth your time!
The Best of the Modern AU Downton Abbey Fics
Many fanfic authors have attempted modern AU versions of Downton Abbey, but the only one that really does a great job of translating the family's personality and power conflicts from Series 1 is Not For Turning. Nothing is awkward or shoehorned in this modern recasting of the period piece, and the author displays an excellent working knowledge of the modern British political system, which she uses as a backdrop for her tale. The stakes are explained well and feel like they matter. This isn't just another "let's recast the characters as high school or college students" modern AU. The plot is interesting for its own sake.
A great, well-paced, amusing, informative, and thoroughly engaging romance, making use of the canon characters' personalities in a new setting. Well worth your time!