VERY Belated HD Holidays Recs

[alisanne]

Yes, I'm aware that hd_holidays reveals happened a while back, but I've only just caught up enough to feel as though I can do a recs post. Really, at this point this post is primarily for me so I can find things when I want to re read them, but just in case you get a hankering for some fabulous H/D, and you missed some of these, do give them a shot. :)

Fics:

Humbug (A Christmas Tale) by snegurochka_lee.
30,000 words, NC-17.

I can't tell you how many times I've re read this one. In this retelling of Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Draco tries to pretend he's a cold-hearted scrooge but quickly discovers that he actually has a heart and cares, oh how he cares. And the sex...GUH. It's Lee, so of course it's stellar, but trust me, if you read nothing else, read this one just for her possessive!Harry and smart-mouthed, sex on legs!Draco.

The Squad by valinorean.
20,000 words, PG-13.

Gorgeously plotty story with some fabulous magical details. Harry and Draco are trying out for an elite squad, and bot are they put through their paces. I just love the imagination that went into the writing of this piece, and the slow build to the climax. Very enjoyable.

In Dreams by moonflower_rose
37,500 words, NC-17.

I love how this begins. With a beautiful relationship between Harry and Ginny (no, don't run) that forms a lot of the basis of why and how Draco and Harry end up together. Plotty... oh yes, there's lots of plot to sink your teeth into, and delicious UST and drama, drama, drama. Fabulous story.

The Boy Who Only Lived Twice by lettered.
56,000 words, NC-17.

Very complicated and plotty fic with brilliant characterizations. Harry is an Unspeakable and he enjoys it because he likes spending time outside of his own (very recognizable) body. At first he hates his new handler but then he fals in love with him. At the same time, he starts sleeping with Draco Malfoy. Are the things two connected? Maybe. You'll have to read and see. Really, it's worth the time.

The Magic of the Holidays, or, How I Survived the Gringotts Holiday Helpdesk by noeon
14,000 words, R.

Hilarious and beautifully paced story with some really poignant moments. And the magical puzzles they had to solve made me literally chortle out loud. Delightful, feel-good fic. :)

The Auror, the Toymaker, His Ego and Their Courtship by themostepotente
23,000 words, NC-17.

Well written story with some very original concepts in it (dual handed casting FTW), and a brilliantly witty and acerbic Draco who learns to deal with a dead sexy adult!Harry. Mmf. Very hot.

Arts:

Really, you should just go through all the art that's posted over there. It was all fab. Here are some I think are must sees.

Head Stronger than Heart by glayish.
PG.

Beautifully tender and emotional art that is gorgeously drawn. I dare you not to stare at this for a long time.

Against the Wall by vividzephry.
PG-13.

This superb art includes some fabulous details (as this artist always does) like their scars, their untucked shirts, Draco's BUM. *bites fist*

The Field Experiment by amythystluna.
NC-17.

Beautifully drawn comic with some truly hilarious moments and a last panel that is drool worthy. Mmmf.

Into You by savagesnakes.
R.

Another comic, this time with Harry comforting Draco after a nightmare. Love Draco's body language and his posture in the one colored panel *fistbite* Not to mention the KISS. Guh.

You Belong to Me by ile_o.
NC-17.

Implied D/s. So very sexy. Harry is so comfortable in his nakedness and Draco gorgeous in how possessive he is of his Harry. D/s is not usually my thing, but the details here did it for me. Draco's outfit, his gloves, his lace, Harry's six-pack, the defiant way they're both eyeing the viewer... Mmmf. Worth a look for sure.

The Manner of Giving by red_rahl.
NC-17.

This beautifully drawn art is a hilarious, sexy and intimate portrayal of two men in a very loving and playful relationship. It makes me smile every time I look at it.

Slytherin by jakuako.
R.

Stunningly beautiful slide show with a final panel that will stop your breath.

Reparation by pink_mint
NC-17 (and how!)

If you haven't seen this one you've been under a rock someplace. Seriously hot and draw-droppingly gorgeous art that you have GOT to see. I can't even do it justice.

That's all for now. As always, do leave some love if you're so inclined.