Post by Minuit on Jun 26, 2010 22:10:08 GMT 10
SMACKDOWN Spotlight - Female Competitors (+ Joren)
by Rosie, Rowena, and Cassandra
Title: The Hyacinth Girl
Author: Max
Rating: PG
Competitor: Uline
Summary: And they say April is the cruellest month...
Loss in drabble form
Because: It's delicate and tragic, with a stunning turn of phrase.
Link: here
Title: I'm No Boy
Author: Kiz
Rating: PG
Competitor: Uline
Summary: I'm no boy. The same rules don't apply.
Because: Brings out a delightful potential irony in Wyldon's rule, as well as being playful and fun.
Link: here
Title: Rewards
Author: EymberFyire
Rating: PG
Competitor: Lalasa
Summary: Warriors rarely receive the peace they want when they return.
Because: This piece captures the essence of Kel, and how she deals with Court.
Link: here
Title: Letters Sent
Author: PeroxidePirate/Kit
Rating: PG
Competitor: Alanna
Summary: A series of letters between Alanna and Kel, featuring epistolary smalltalk, not-quite-lecturing, philosophies of correspondence, rambling, honesty, reference to Raoul of Goldenlake in a dress, and gratuitous use of the strikethrough tag (er, played here by italics instead).
Because: It's a gorgeous collaboration between two very talented writers. The epistolary narrative is engaging, as both manage to make their respective characters shine through.
Link: here
Title: New Tricks
Author: Lisa
Rating: PG
Competitor: Alanna
Summary: Some things come later in life, when you least expect them.
Because: A playful, subversive look at what Kel can teach Alanna.
Link: here
Title: Cure
Author: Verasque
Rating: PG
Competitor: Alanna
Summary: Alanna tells Kel a story.
Because: Great character interaction between the two, in an effective and tender moment.
Link: here
Title: Practicality
Author: Katty
Rating: PG
Competitor: Vania
Summary: For five years, they are practical.
Because: It’s lovely writing, and shows a softer side of Vania.
Link: here
Title: Sisterly gossip
Author: greenie
Rating: PG-13
Competitor: Vania
Summary: Lianne and Vania have a gossip about their love lives.
Because: It shows a wonderful contrast between the sisters, and it’s very funny.
Link: here
Title: The Best of Both Worlds
Author: journeycat
Rating: R
Competitor: Yuki
Summary: Yuki has both Tortall and Yamani in her bed.
Because: It shows the contrast between Tortallan and Yamani cultures very well, and uses lovely descriptive language.
Link: here
Title: Like Knowing You (originally titled Letters)
Author: PeroxidePirate
Rating: PG-13
Competitor: Sabine
Summary: Kel and the pages are in the library, choosing books for a history assignment, when Kel happens on something interesting: a book about a Lady Knight from the past.
Because: It’s a creative way to bridge the time gap between Kel and Sabine, and very amusing to read! The letters sound just like Sabine and the character of Ash is very intriguing.
Link: here
Title: Competition
Author: greenie
Rating: PG-13
Competitor: Sabine
Summary: Sabine shows her competitive side.
Because: It’s humorous and fun, and so well written it keeps you guessing until the very end.
Link: here
Title: Beauty
Author: ubiquitous
Rating: PG
Competitor: Sabine
Summary: Kel really can’t begrudge Neal. Sequel to Lovely.
Because: The language is lovely, and Kel’s turn of emotions is portrayed very well.
Link: here
Title: Peerless
Author: kit
Rating: R
Competitor: Buri
Summary: Buri reflects
Because: Completely gorgeous writing, and an interesting look at Buri herself.
Link: here
Title: Lovable Idealists
Author: OpalGirl
Rating: PG
Competitor: Buri
Summary: Buri doesn't need saving, thank you very much, and she'd like to remind certain people of this.
Because: It manages to be both funny and touching.
Link: here
Title: Bright Star
Author: Max
Rating: G
Competitor: Joren
Summary: Joren. A series.
Because: Joren's narration and thoughts are brilliantly conveyed.
Link: here
Title: Downfall
Author: ubiquitous
Rating: G
Competitor: Joren
Summary: Joren plots
Because: Slightly creepy look into Joren's mind, and interesting on how he sees Kel.
Link: here
Maybe once we'd have seen it during Smackdown!