Big ol' rec

Okay, anyone who has not yet read zjofierose's rpf_big_bang fic, Wind at Dawn (Noble Things), DO IT.

I would say "drop everything and read it NOW," but I would definitely recommend that you read it a) when you have time to sit down, get away from any distractions, and read the whole thing in one go; and b) where you will not be embarrassed to be found sobbing like a baby.  It's not light reading, but it's so, so worth it.  I can't vouch for its complete historical accuracy, but it feels incredibly authentic, and she does an amazing job of creating the atmosphere of a dismal, seemingly-endless war as well as the hope that Zach and Chris find in each other.

( Wee preview of my favorite scene -- don't think it's spoilery, but cutting just in case )

Since this is set against the backdrop of a war, there is naturally a ton of angst, some violence, and then more angst -- do read the warnings/spoilers if you need specifics.  But I am a total weenie and I survived!  I would, however, have beedlebarg's telepathy fic from Pintopalooza ready to go for afterwards.  It's my go-to angst antidote (angstidote?)

Hmmm... gonna go leave zjofierose a proper comment, then create an "angstidote" tag in my Delicious.

P.S. -- I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN ABOUT MY PROMISED REC POST.  I AM TOTES WORKING ON IT!