The author says on her LJ that it took her months to write this fic, and it shows. Not only is it long, but it's a rare case where the quality matches the quantity. The most outstanding thing about the fic is the multi-layered characterization of just about every main character, Spain and Romano in particular, in ways that hint at Hidden Depths without compromising their canon characters. The second most outstanding thing would have to be how it manages to incorporate fluff, angst, humor, and smut for Spain/Romano without ever feeling choppy or forced. And did I mention that the secondary pairings are just as well-written as the main one despite not having as much page time? Or that England is a gigantic Covert Pervert here who gets some of the best lines? Because he totally is.
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The author says on her LJ that it took her months to write this fic, and it shows. Not only is it long, but it's a rare case where the quality matches the quantity. The most outstanding thing about the fic is the multi-layered characterization of just about every main character, Spain and Romano in particular, in ways that hint at Hidden Depths without compromising their canon characters. The second most outstanding thing would have to be how it manages to incorporate fluff, angst, humor, and smut for Spain/Romano without ever feeling choppy or forced. And did I mention that the secondary pairings are just as well-written as the main one despite not having as much page time? Or that England is a gigantic Covert Pervert here who gets some of the best lines? Because he totally is.