| Abby ( @ 2005-08-27 15:11:00 |
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H/D New Classics: Poll Results
Well, the voting is closed, and three hours later, I have the results tallied. But first let me say thank you to everyone who voted, nominated fics, provided information, pimped this, and expressed your support for the idea of a New Classics List. This was a fandom-wide project, one that wouldn't have worked without the cooperation of everyone involved. :)
If you would like to see all of the fics that were up for nomination and/or written in during the voting process (because they are all quite good, really), you can go here.
109 people participated in the poll. 102 by LJ-comment, 7 by email.
There were 783 votes total.
The most votes received by one fic was 40.
The least was 0.
21 fics were write-ins, 5 of which recieved more than one vote.
The Final List of New H/D Classics
1. Eclipse by
Summary: Draco swore his revenge on Harry for Lucius's imprisonment, and Harry all but laughed at him. But Draco is planning more than schoolyard pranks this time. The old rivalry turns deadly when Draco abducts Harry for Voldemort. It's the perfect plan, guaranteeing revenge, power, and prestige, all in one blow. But, when Draco’s world turns upside down, the fight to save himself and Harry begins, and the battle will take them both through hell and back. If they come back.
Novel: R, Angst,
2. Per Solum Lacuna: By Words Alone by
Summary:A set of enchanted journals bring solace to two very unlikely lost souls. Whoever said the art of penmanship was lost? This is a wizarding twist on the old fashioned art of correspondence (or the modern art of Internet chatting). What will happen when the mystery writers finally discover the identity of their counterpart? Join this star crossed pair as they obliviously chat to each other; along the way learning about life and love. Find out what will happen when their own voyages of self discovery lead them to the most unlikely of places.
Novel: R, Romance,
3. The Shadow of His Wings by Mirabella: 30 votes
Summary: In which Evil faces an insurrection, Good faces an unexpected betrayal, and Harry means to find out which side Draco is on.
Novel: R, Drama/Angst, WIP
4. The Waters of March by
Summary: Voldemort's final victim resides with the other spell-damaged wizards in St. Mungo's Hospital. Harry suffers survivor's guilt and finds an unusual beta. Cream-colored knee-high leather boots make a brief appearance.
Chaptered: PG-13, Serious, Complete
5. Tempus Fugit by Poison Pen: 26 votes
Summary: A monumental cock-up in Potions means that Harry and Draco have more to contend with than mutual enmity. A journey of discovery, self-reflection and love.
Novel: R, Romance, Complete
6. Friend Like Me by
Summary: Draco's rendition of the Love story that never was.
One-Shot: NC-17, Angst, Complete
7. A Gryffindor and a Slytherin by
Summary: The war against Voldemort has begun in earnest. Loyalties are tested, allegiances are formed. The Sorting Hat has called for house unity once again, and Hogwarts staff unites behind that message. One sunny September afternoon, Draco Malfoy accidentally overhears Harry Potter confess something deeply personal to his best friend. Barely an hour later, he witnesses a strange scene between Harry and Professor Snape. What's Draco going to do? Why, plan carefully, of course. Sixth year, Draco's POV.
Novel: R, Complete
8. The Goodness of Their Hearts by Taratext: 23 votes
Summary: Malfoy Security Inc. is hired when Chudley Cannons' star Seeker Harry Potter starts receiving disturbing letters.
Novel: R, Mystery/Romance, Complete
9. Change My World by
Summary: Rampaging hormones lead to an adventure between Harry and Draco that changes everything.
Novel: R/NC-17, Fluff/Angst/Drama/Humor, Complete
10. The Way of the World by
Summary: It's been a while.
One-Shot: PG, Serious, Complete
Just Shy of Classic (15-19 Votes):
-Beyond the Wild Moor and Fen by
Novel: NC-17, Drama, Complete
-How to Shag Your Most Hated Enemy and Still Feel Alright About it, You Know, Morally Speaking by
Chaptered: R, Comedy, Complete
-Paris by
One-Shot: PG-13/R, Angst, Complete
-The Reader by
One-Shot: PG-13, Angst, Complete
-Transformation by Amalin
Novel: NC-17, Drama, Complete
Honorable Mentions (13-15 Votes):
- The Properties of Being Lost and The Properties of Voyeurism by
- Drawn by
- Happiness Involving a Tea House by
Write-ins With More Than One Vote:
- Hall of Mirrors by
Written in seven times.
- On the Wings of the Storm by
Written in three times.
- Salvation&Sacrament by
Written in three times.
- Wheel of Fortune by
Written in two times.
- The Veela Enigma by jennavere
Written in two times.
Thank you again to everyone who had a hand in the making of this! :)
accomplished