If you're up for a group reading of one of the most intricate, exhilarating, and clever stories out there--we're discussing every other Sunday at 9:30 to 10:30 Pacific time (12:30-13:30 in the Eastern US; 17:30 in the UK; 18:30-19:30 in Europe).
How? via typed chat, in which squeeing ensues, insights emerge, friendships are formed, and accusations are rashly slung regarding the heartless mistreatment of imaginary small animals
Where? the @johnlockficclub Discord server (DM me for an invite if you're not on it)
Links? Sherlock Holmes Live (the whole fic in one work: 488K words, 73/73 chapters) or
Sherlock Holmes Live - series (a more condensed version, split into 6 works)
BELOW THE CUT you'll find a complete schedule of the chapters we'll be reading for each week (thanks @calaisreno and @inevitably-johnlocked).
Event Time Announcer shows time for Group reading Sherlock Holmes Live: Sun. 11 Aug. (Pt 4, Chs 3-6 / “Royalties” to “Behind the Barn"
Sherlock Holmes Live - series reading schedule:
24-06-30-Sun / Part 3, Chs 2-5 / “Straining From the Start” to “A Poor Player”
24-07-14-Sun / Part 3, Chs 6-9 / “Upon the Stage” to “Some Inquiries”
24-07-28-Sun / Part 3, Chs 10-11; Part 4, Chs 1-2 / “The Curtain Falls” to “Extortion”
24-08-11-Sun / Part 4, Chs 3-6 / “Royalties” to “Behind the Barn”
24-08-18-Sun / Part 5, Chs 1-4 / “Course of Action” to “Planning Factors”
24-09-01-Sun / Part 5, Chs 5-8 / “Blue Forces” to “Flanking Manoeuvres”
24-09-15-Sun / Part 5, Chs 9-12 / “Heart’s Desire” to Riddles in the Park”
24-09-29-Sun / Part 5, Chs 13-16 / “Ceding Ground” to “The Mousetrap”
24-10-13-Sun / Part 5, Chs 17-18; Part 6, Chs 1-2 / “Active Pursuit” to “A Celebration”
24-10-27-Sun / Part 6, Chs 3-6/ “Company on a Lonely Road” to “Irons in the Fire”
24-11-10-Sun / Part 6, Chs 7-10 /“Stolen Time” to “And Back Again”
24-11-24-Sun / Part 6, Ch 11 / “Happy Beginnings” and the Wrap-up discussion
(Thank you again, calaisreno and inevitably-johnlocked)
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the
Organization for Transformative Works
From the story:
The violin is a retreat that eases the quiet of Sherlock Holmes' solitude. It also speaks for him when he cannot bridge the gaps his defenses create. Moments when music helps Sherlock reach out or let others in, like his stalwart flatmate and, in time, the doctor's daughter.
Five+ times Sherlock Holmes played the violin, and one time he did not.
Caesura: cae·su·ra /sēˈzyo͝orə, siˈZHo͞orə/ - As in poetry or music: a break, pause or interruption.
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
Word count: 36,608
Chapters: 10/10
Fandom: Sherlock (TV), Sherlock Holmes & Related Fandoms
Rating: Mature
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Sherlock Holmes/John Watson, Mary Morstan/John Watson
Characters: Sherlock Holmes, John Watson, Rosamund Mary "Rosie" Watson, Mycroft Holmes, Mr. Hudson (Sherlock), Mary Morstan
Additional Tags: Pining Sherlock Holmes, Love Confessions, Sherlock's Violin, Parentlock, Friends to Lovers, Past Abuse, Past Drug Use, Happy Ending, Not Canon Compliant, Pining John Watson, Angst with a Happy Ending, Friendship, Domestic Fluff, 5+1 Things, Pansexual John Watson, Bisexual John Watson, Gay Sherlock Holmes, Fluff, Blow Job on the Couch, Sherlock Holmes Loves John Watson, John Watson Loves Sherlock Holmes, Oral Sex, Johnlock Roulette, John Watson appreciation, Soft Sherlock Holmes, Soft John Watson, Married Sherlock Holmes/John Watson, Developing Sherlock Holmes/John Watson
Summary:
The violin is a retreat that eases the quiet of Sherlock Holmes' solitude. It also speaks for him when he cannot bridge the gaps his defenses create. Moments when music helps Sherlock reach out or let others in, like his stalwart flatmate and, in time, the doctor's daughter.
Five+ times Sherlock Holmes played the violin, and one time he did not.
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Caesura: cae·su·ra /sēˈzyo͝orə, siˈZHo͞orə/ - As in poetry or music: a break, pause or interruption.
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Rec: This beautifully written fic bridges the years from Sherlock’s childhood through living with (and without) John. While the first 4 chapters are more loosely connected, from chapter 5 on, a fully fledged post-series 4 seasonal holiday story emerges of healing, resolution, and love.
This fic is definitely underrated at the moment, with fewer than 100 kudos. I imagine some people are giving up before the main plot begins, but I promise if you stick with it, all of the previous scenes become relevant and reveal a marvelously planned arc that really delivers on the emotions.
(rated M, 36k words, 10/10 chapters, Johnlock, #friends to lovers, #angst with a happy ending, #Sherlock's violin)
The violin is a retreat that eases the quiet of Sherlock Holmes' solitude. It also speaks for him when he cannot bridge the gaps his defenses create. Moments when music helps Sherlock reach out or let others in, like his stalwart flatmate and, in time, the doctor's daughter.
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This wonderful story captured my heart in an instant. Such a beautiful language interwoven with music and all possible emotions elicited by it. This story really resonated with me; in the truest sense of the word. A treasure.
( @keirgreeneyes I hope you're okay with the moodboard and @totallysilvergirl thank you for pointing me to this fantastic story! 🎼🎻💗)
I got ambushed by a fic yesterday that entered my dreams and got me up early.
Emilycare's Caesura gives separate moments of Sherlock's history with the violin and the way it's mediated through different people and different music.
SIX chapters are up now, each moving and compelling. The characters and the soundscape are beautifully written. Supposed to be a 5+1 but I hope for a 10+1 or a 20+1.
Summary: "The violin is a retreat that eases the quiet of Sherlock Holmes' solitude. It also speaks for him when he cannot bridge the gaps his defenses create. Moments when music helps Sherlock reach out or let others in, like his stalwart flatmate and, in time, the doctor's daughter. Five times Sherlock Holmes played the violin, and one time he did not."
@blogstandbygo @the-pen-pot @jbaillier @7-percent @khorazir you’ll see why I tagged you; @annecumberbatch @loveismyrevolution and @bluebellofbakerstreet you will too; @mydogwatson @thegildedbee @sgam76 @jazzthecat00 @dianadragonfly @dangeles @t-dalo @booskerdu @anindoorkitty @rainbowsandmarbles @discordantwords trust me
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: Original Work
Rating: Mature
Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Original mala character/Original male character
Characters: Original Characters, Emile (French soldier), Peter (German Officer)
Additional Tags: World War I, lovers in a dangerous time, star-crossed lovers, Childhood Friends
Summary:
The look on Peter's face was...pained, perhaps, but not...pain. In a flash, Emile recognised it as hunger, and he suddenly understood: he’s been waiting exactly as long as I have.
A matching hunger rushed through Emile, as their years apart disappeared, and the longing he’d felt in the village returned to him. The grime and distress of the battlefield fell from him and he was just a young man, infatuated with his brilliant friend. His confidant. His companion. He’d been waiting so long for this. He felt a wild grin pulling at his face. This was right.
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This was madness, because tomorrow they would face each other, all unseeing, across the blasted battlefield. Either man might fire the shot that killed the other. This night was stolen, and about to end.
Peter and Emile, friends since boyhood, meet on opposite sides of the Great War. They steal one night to explore what might have been...
I read this story today and can only say that it is magnificent. I bet you need it too.
(Words: 246,793 Chapters: 38/58, E) Down on his luck John Watson answers an advert for a paid role in an experimental play. Enter William Scott with a most unusual proposition: help him test run a two person immersive experience, oh and by the way there is sex and romance involved.
And it’s back! After a brief hiatus, this amazing story continues. Extraordinarily intricate and clever plotting make this fic shine above so many of the other stories currently unfolding in the fandom. If you are a regular reader, prepare to be wowed by the next batch of chapters. If this is new to you, hop on board now; it’s not to be missed!
