#febficaday - Day 11
Author: BastardSirius Rating: Mature Word Count: 30,563 Type: Non-magic!AU, Modern!AU
Summary: A few years after Sirius, Remus and James graduate from university, Remus moves across the country, disappearing from Sirius’ life for five years. Now he’s back in town, and Sirius has trouble letting go of the resentment he feels for having been left behind, as well as dealing with feelings that are resurfacing. Modern Muggle AU set in the US. Please mind the tags, although I can confirm that the negative ones do not refer to Sirius/Remus.
Comments: Oh, I want to hug Remus so much. A very compelling, well written story that deals with the effects of abusive relationships (not between Remus and Sirius). Everything is very honest and real, and I think you can tell when an author has included a bit more of their soul in a fic because it seems to resonate so much, no matter the reader’s specific experiences. The fic also navigates between Remus and Sirius’s time and relationship during college with the present day, and explores the way they reconnect and rediscover their feelings. A brilliant, beautiful story that balances the angst and comfort and pining perfectly. Highly, highly recommend!