kelly_chambliss | Recs From Severus Fest

Back in the day (i.e., my early days of fandom), there were several fests dedicated to Severus Snape:

snapecase, and a few others. I really enjoyed them: they always had a range of interesting pairings and interesting takes on Snape; I liked seeing the different but plausible versions of his character. Sadly, those fests died, and for a while, we had no Snape-centric exchanges.

But everything old is new again, and now we have the excellent

severus_fest, run by that wonderful boon to HP fandom,

akatnamedeaster.

I've spent the evening drenched in Snape (no, not like THAT; I play for the other team), and the result is some recs for you. Hope you enjoy them.

FIC

Every Saint is an Accident by Anonymous (Severus/Petunia; NC-17)
I have a sneaking fondness for this pairing, especially when it's done like this, all twisted and bitter and painful and aching and yet with such vulnerability and need underneath, on both their parts. This version of Severus is rough, raw, and believable. Great world-building overall.

The Second Time Around by Anonymous (Severus, Eileen/OMC, Stubby Boardman; PG-13)
I really enjoy those stories that show Snape as a snarky Eeyore on one hand and a caring (in his Snapey way) human being on the other. And I'm completely sold on his prickly but loving relationship with his mother. Severus's voice is spot-on, as in his thoughts about why he never drinks: There wasn't a chance in hell that he'd be any more sweet-tempered drunk than Da was, and Merlin knew, he was a vicious enough bastard stone sober.

ART

"And A Horrible Scene Met His Eyes. . ." by Anonymous (Harry; Severus/Argus; PG)
Remember that scene in PS where Harry sees Snape being treated by Filch for (we learn later) a bite from Fluffy? I've always thought that scene just drips with UST, and this hilarious art proves it. They have eyes only for each other. Be sure to watch the background long enough to spot Mrs Norris.

Snapebastian by Anonymous (Severus, the Dark Mark; PG-13 [though probably NWS])
This powerful piece envisions Severus as St. Sebastian, being shot not by arrows by by wands. You won't be able to look away from the expression on Snape's face.