hello and welcome to the first fic rec of the year featuring works that i’ve read and loved during the past weeks. as always, please check tags before reading. if you liked the fics please reblog their posts, leave kudos and write a nice comment. happy reading!
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໑ A Deal by @allwaswell16
(T, 898, acquaintances, harry potter au, slytherin harry, gryffindor louis)
absolutely amazing. it made me scream out loud and to want more from them in this universe but honestly, it’s perfect already as it is. a bit of flustered harry with confident louis to make your day brighter.
໑ I Like You Venti, Venti Much by Blinding_Lights
(G, 915, strangers to lovers, coffee shop au, valentine’s day)
super sweet and lovely! i love how both of them were mesmerised by each other lol.
໑ forever&more by @forthetherapyy
(G, 1k, established relationship, valentine’s day, long distance relationship, covid)
absolutely gorgeous! their letters to each other were so sweet (please check out the author’s art for them!) and their love for each other was palpable even when they were not together. i read this on valentine’s day but i’m still sobbing abt it.
໑ Art Isn’t Paint, It’s Love by @faithinwalls369
(T, 2k, established relationship, valentine’s day, art exhibition)
this was so beautifully written. the atmosphere was absolutely stunning and their love story was even greater.
໑ you could take a lick (but it’s too cold to bite) by cinnamons / @sunbellylou
(E, 2k, established relationship, pwp, summer)
this was so hot that i even wanted an ice cream for myself even though i haven’t had one in years.
໑ I could be lucky by yourlionheartx / @djtommotomlinson
(G, 3k, strangers to lovers, meet-cute valentine’s day)
so sweet and funny! the end had me swooning. so, so lovely!
໑ I Choose You by @disgruntledkittenface
(NR, 3.6k, established relationship, domestic fluff, tiredness after work)
omg i read this on valentine’s day but i’m still thinking about it. it was sooooo freaking awesome! it’s like those fics where you don’t feel you’re reading abt made up characters but rather you’re looking through the window of their house and you’re seeing what they’re doing (respectfully though lol). this was amazing.
໑ 🔒 (your smile is) on every face by @justanothershadeofblue
(T, 5k, strangers to lovers, famous/not famous au, meet cute)
absolutely amazing! loved the characterisation and in general, Harry’s journey to become a Louis fan.
໑ Running Through A Cloud Of Steam by @allwaswell16
(M, 5.7k, friends to lovers, soulmates au, body swap)
a fun way to find who your soulmate is. and even though i knew what is going to happen, there were so many elements that made the fic to stand out for me, especially when it switched to Louis’ POV (but Harry’s was just as great!)
໑ Warm Chilling by @larryyouknow
(G, 7.8k, strangers to lovers, countryside au)
as i was reading i could feel the breeze in my face as if i was in the countryside, which honestly what a nice place it sounds. i liked the easy banter between Louis and Harry, and of course i loved all the animals. lovely reading, check it out!
໑ Kalopsia by delsicle / @eeveelou
(M, 9k, established relationship, dark au, very very dark please read tags and author’s note)
so well written and well thought. it’s very heavy so be careful if you don’t like dark aus but if you do, you’re gonna love this one. i’m planning on rereading this during halloween if not before bc it was really good.
໑ let me be your good night by @levelofcharm
(E, 10.5k, strangers to lovers, valentine’s day, rich louis, waiter harry, read tags)
i loved the characterisation here (especially Louis’), it was very close to my heart. and in general it was so good, so entertaining to read.
໑ Obsessive Love by Jennifer_Kaid / @poetsreprieve
(E, 11k, strangers to lovers, prison au, dark harry, innocent louis)
i felt like watching a series when i was reading this. i could read more abt this universe with no hesitation, it was amazing.
໑ kiss me in your chevrolet by cinnamons / @sunbellylou
(E, 11k, established relationship, road trip au, read tags)
ahhh this story was amazing. it tele-transported me to a new era completely. my heart ached for Louis but i loved how cherished he was by Harry, unconditionally. came for the smut, stayed for the feelings.
໑ Souls; Plural, Parallel by LadyLondonderry / @londonfoginacup
(T, 19.6k, strangers to lovers, soulmates au, one night stand, pregnant louis)
such a cute concept and a extremely fun way to tell it. i fell in love with several things during my reading, especially how lovely Louis was towards Harry.
໑ lovin’ online by @levelofcharm and @pleasing-louis
(NR, 27k, established relationship, frat boys au, sex tapes)
i loved every second of this. their relationship was so lovely and admirable, there are very sweet moments during the fic, but there’s also smut which was hot HOT so you’ll find a good mix here.
໑ he was sunshine, i was midnight rain by wildestdreams / @thelavendrhaze
(E, 30.8k, exes to lovers, a/b/o regency au, artist harry)
ahhh this one was angsty but so entertaining because of all the jealousy going on. tbh i thought it was shorter bc of how fast i read it.
໑ Maybe You’ll Like the Way I Am by @lululawrence
(NR, 55.8k, neighbours to lovers, a/b/o fake relationship au, medical conditions, read tags and author’s note)
what a beautiful story, a must read for hurt/comfort lovers! it’s angsty but fun and romantic. it touches heavy topics but in a very natural way.
໑ Perfect Storm by @cherrystreet
(E, 80k, exes to lovers, fake relationship, wedding, hawaii)
i loved this fic so much! i love discovering old fics that feel timeless. the characterisation was on point and there were so many moments where i felt my heart squishing.
໑ nothing quite hits like you by @outropeace
(E, 80.8k, enemies to lovers, a/b/o dark academy au, curses, read tags)
this fic was quite the journey. i don’t know how else to explain it. if you’re into fantasy and genuine rivalry between Louis and Harry, you’re gonna love this one.
໑ Darling, so it goes by @disgruntledkittenface
(E, 195k, strangers to lovers, royalty au, grace kelly au, actor harry, prince louis)
i learned so much with this fic! it was very entertaining and i could only put it down when it was strictly necessary but it didn’t feel as long as it is. i could read more abt the future of their family bc i’m sure they’d have the best anecdotes, especially as parents.
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໑ Guitar Cutie by cherrylarry / @beelou
(girl direction, niall/harry, G, 632, strangers to lovers, meet-cute)
such a lovely and sweet story. a great story to get you in a good mood.
໑ Winds Blowing Westerly by @ladyaj-13
(niall/louis, G, 655, friends to lovers, canon compliant)
definitely loved this one! it made me think of several scenarios that led them to that point. very cute!
໑ Melting into You by cherrylarry / @beelou
(liam/zayn, T, 1k, established relationship, valentine’s day date)
this was very cute! they make a wonderful family with their two little girls but it was so sweet to see them have a day for them.
໑ we’re right here in this room by flicker_album / @niall-official
(niall/shawn mendes, G, 2k, strangers to lovers, coffee shop au)
very soft and sweet! a perfect meet cute with amazing setting and characterisation.
໑ a sudden desire by edensrose / @holdingthornsandroses
(louis/agent whiskey, E, 2k, strangers to lovers, nurse louis, pwp)
this was so hot and sexy! the summary says “save a horse, ride a cowboy” so you can imagine what happens and it’s perfect.
໑ Doc In My Box by @homosociallyyours
(girl direction, E, 2.6k, established relationship, doctor harry, pwp)
so intimate and sexy! i really loved the way the author captured the trust between the couple in subtle ways.
໑ count me in by @disgruntledkittenface
(girl direction, zayn/harry, NR, 3k, established relationship, a/b/o au, proposal)
this was so lovely and cute. it reminded me how important it is for people to give something that the giftee is going to really enjoy. and it was nice to see a glimpse of niall and louis’ life.
໑ when we’re finished saying nothing by @disgruntledkittenface
(girl direction, M, 3k, established relationship, a/b/o au, pre-rut)
this story was inspired by “written all over your face” and the author did a terrific job. it has so many great a/b/o elements that really make sense with the story. absolutely amazing.
໑ reckless serenade by @thepolourryexpress
(girl direction, E, 4k, established relationship (or is it?), college au)
this was very cute and sexy! perfect for valentine’s day but also any other time of the year!
໑ feel my body come alive by eynap / @panye
(niall/shawn mendes, E, 10k, established relationship, a/b/o au)
absolutely lovely, sweet, and romantic. it’s the author’s first a/b/o but it was so natural.
໑ Blind Date by @ladyaj-13
(ot5, G, 14k, strangers to lovers, reality show au, model louis)
this was very fun and entertaining. everyone’s personalities just clicked and it was great to see how on board they all were with the relationship.