Hi everyone,
These are a few Fan Fiction pieces mostly on dark romance and fantasy
Dear Sons and Daughters of Hungry Ghosts (Poem)
The Characters used in this Fan fiction are from the Harry Potter Series. It describes what Lord Voldemort’s thoughts would have been when he was killed by Harry Potter.
The ways in which the writer referred to Lord Voldemort, were intense. She created a whole new insight for the reader to be able to get an understanding of the way Voldemort thinks and the fact that she used a poem rather than writing a full short story; only adds to the dark intensity. Overall it was very well written; especially since it leave readers with a diverse avenue to explore. My only analysis would be to have the beginning of the poem detailing what Lord Voldemort was thinking when Harry Potter ultimately destroyed him. It would have been a good introduction into his dark mind.
Wake me when it’s over (Novel)
This Fan Fiction novel is based on the Mortal instruments series written by Cassandra Clare. It uses the same major characters but instead transports them into a parallel universe. No Shadowhunters. No Magic.
It was a very interesting piece and although the grammar and spelling mistakes were tough to get around, the overall scenario was well thought out and actually made for a good read. The plot is somewhat similar to the original series with Clary and Jace falling in love (as usual), but the writer was able to change the relationship between certain characters, even killing Clary’s mother; which made for a fascinating new spin on the series. The idea is good, but the execution…… failed.
Mafia Wars (Short Story)
Twilight meets Boardwalk Empire.
This Fan Fiction uses three of the characters from ‘Twilight’ – Rosalie, Emmet and Jasper. The short story describes the life they had in New York working as Mobsters before they met Bella Swan in Forks.
It is a very thought-provoking piece that explores many paths the characters from twilight have taken to get to where they are now. There has never been a proper detailing written by Stephanie Meyer so it does leave hundreds of opportunities for Fan Fiction writers to mess about with the different prequels to twilight. I only wish the characters were not similar to the original series because their attitudes and mannerisms are supposed to be different from their future selves.
A change of mind (Short Story)
This piece of Fan Fiction uses the characters from the ‘Fallen’ series written by Lauren Kate. It ends the relationship between the two main lovers (Daniel and Lucinda) and instead explores Lucinda in a relationship with her arch nemesis Cam; the arrogant demon that was once an angel.
The writer has touched on what, for major fans of the series, would consider dangerous. It is an unusual piece that does have the cliché ‘forbidden romance’ plot, but it is done very well. The reader will be left not knowing which side is better for the heroine of the story; the comfort of her soul mate or the mystery of her forbidden love. It is very likable and if there was more effort put into the writing then it is definitely something Lauren Kate (author of the original novel) should think about including into the rest of her series.
Safe and Sound (Short Story)
This Fan Fiction was inspired by the song ‘safe and sound’ by Taylor Swift and the Civil Wars. It uses minor characters from the Harry Potter series. The Fan fiction tells the story of Terry, the Ravenclaw sweetheart and Tracey; a mad girl he falls in love with.
The writer has definitely remained true to the title, incorporating the same magical world that everyone has come to know and love and also creating a dark tale of romance, that is derived from the song, around two unlikely friends. Although the writer has not mentioned the main characters of Harry Potter, she has included familiar occurrences like Dumbledore’s death and the fall of the ministry so that readers can see a different perspective than Harry Potter’s; as well as enjoying the familiarity of the original series. If the beginning had of included more of the punch that the core of the story held, it would have been a bizarre yet respectable read for people of all preferences.
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