The Vicissitudes of an Idiom by nivcharayahel and L. Inman (known on RUSS-L as "soothing if occasionally incomprehensible monologue" and "A Mild Fit of Hysterics"). (1999) This is a repastiche of the Mary Russell/Sherlock Holmes books by Laurie R. King. Assume all fanfiction disclaimers. 21K.
Teamwork: Or, To Conjure a Fire by L. Inman. (2001) A Harry Potter/West Wing crossover. As always, assume all usual fanfiction disclaimers. Beware "Leadership Breakfast" spoilers. 18K.
A Conversation by L. Inman. (2002) Hermione's efforts to reconcile her friends take her on a hunt for Ron. Set during Goblet of Fire. 14K.
Direct the Other Way by L. Inman. (2005) Snape feels it is really not a far, far better thing he's doing, at all. Set in year 7; spoilers for HBP.
Sundry Superlatives by L. Inman. (2005) A sequel to "Direct the Other Way." In which Harry, with a little help from his friends, learns something about potions both from Snape and the Half Blood Prince. Set in year 7; spoilers for HBP.
Unheld Conversations: A Collection of Dreams by L. Inman. (2005) A sequel to "Direct the Other Way" and "Sundry Superlatives." In which maps and mirrors figure prominently in Snape's and Harry's mission. Set in year 7; spoilers for HBP.
The Feast of All Saints by L. Inman. (2007) The first of November has some strange things to reveal to the denizens of Godric's Hollow.
Famous Last Words by L. Inman. (2006) River knows exactly where to put each step, but it doesn't always help. Set immediately post-Serenity.
Strictly Library by L. Inman. (2003) Buffy cajoles Giles into giving her an impromptu dancing lesson. Set during S3, circa "Choices." 38K.
Many Happy Returns by L. Inman. (2003) A fragment. Prior to his tenth birthday, Rupert Giles finds himself in a minor conflagration. 51K.
Hospitality by L. Inman. (2003) Marooned in Giles's flat, Spike prods his host for entertainment -- and fodder for his Machiavellian tastes. Set during S4; spoilers through "Something Blue". 32K.
Solving for X by L. Inman. (2004) A ficlet: Tara patiently unknots her life. Set during S4. 12K.
Five Variations on an Urban Legend by L. Inman. (2004) Five doubledrabbles: Giles and Buffy reflect on their purposes. Spoilers for the whole series. 14K.
Shoe Money Tonight by L. Inman. (2004) After "Chosen," the four original friends decide to salve their restlessness with a poker night. 41K.
Passage by L. Inman. (2005) Post-"Grave," Rupert Giles sorts through memorabilia in his attic, and accepts his losses.
Situation Normal by L. Inman. (2006) Post-"Flooded," Tara offers Giles some advice, some first aid, and an apology.
Unfinished by L. Inman. (2007) Giles, alone in his flat, feverish and weary, is nursed by Buffy on her return. Set post-"Becoming."
Shadow Though it Be: An Excursus by L. Inman. (2003-4) A young academic's travels take her across dimensional lines to Sunnydale, where she and the Scooby gang must work against time to return her to her own world before she upsets the balance of the story. Set during S5; references to S6 and S7. Chapters 1 - 30 complete! Also see Endnotes installments One, Two, and Three.
The Party by L. Inman. (2003) Sequel fragment to "Shadow Though it Be". Elisabeth Bowen, groping for a foothold in her new life in London, makes a new friend and two new plans. 45K.
Triangulation by L. Inman. (2004, revised 2005) Sequel story to "Shadow Though it Be". In an impromptu meeting, Elisabeth and Giles commit a number of indiscretions, forcing them each to reconsider their position. Set during S5 "Triangle." Rated R. 64K.
The Night Visit by L. Inman. (2003-4) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." In which the end of Elisabeth's first term at Oxford turns out to be more stressful than she had expected. Spoilers through S5, "The Gift." 65K.
The Morning After by L. Inman. (2005) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." Sequel story to "The Night Visit," part of a projected short trilogy. In which Elisabeth deals with the Council and with the implications of nursing Rupert. Spoilers through S5, "The Gift."
The Long Afternoons by L. Inman. (2006) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." Sequel story to "The Morning After," and third in a short trilogy. In which romantic irony is canvassed on a number of levels, and Rupert begins his new life without Buffy. Spoilers through S5, "The Gift."
Of African Violets by L. Inman. (2004) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." Elisabeth stops at Rupert's new flat in Bath with a housewarming gift. Set between S5-S6. 28K.
Celestial Navigation by L. Inman. (2005) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be," though it can be read as a standalone. Alone in England, Giles evaluates his course of action. Set during S6.
Dust and Ashes by L. Inman. (2004) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." A look at season seven through the eyes of Giles and Elisabeth. Parts 1-8 complete. All-series spoilers. Rated R for adult content. 344K total.
| Part 1 | Part 5 | |
| Part 2 | Part 6 | |
| Part 3 | Part 7 | |
| Part 4 | Part 8 |
Damage Control by L. Inman. (2004) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." In the aftermath of season seven, Elisabeth, Giles, and Brian must come to terms with their situation. Parts 1 - 3 of 3 complete. Rated R for adult content. 373K total.
| Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 |
Elective Surgery by L. Inman. (2004) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." In which Rupert Giles submits to email, makes a confession, and doesn't make a confession. Set post-series. 134K.
Home Repairs by L. Inman. (2004-7) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." Giles and Elisabeth begin the long process of restoration, starting with an old country house in Oxfordshire. Set post-series. Complete! Rated R for language and adult content.
| Prologue | ||
| Chapter One | Chapter Five | Chapter Nine |
| Chapter Two | Chapter Six | Chapter Ten |
| Chapter Three | Chapter Seven | Chapter Eleven |
| Chapter Four | Chapter Eight | Chapter Twelve |
Of Comfort and Joy by L. Inman. (2004) Part of the Tenebrae series, sequel to "Shadow Though it Be." Buffy meditates on post-Hellmouth life on Christmas Eve. Set post-series. 29K.
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