Rec: Electric Avenue

[mojitochica]

All my recs this week will be Martha centric.

Story: Electric Avenue
Author: Bobsyeruncle
Rating: All Ages - Swearing - Character Study, Het
Word Count: 28009
Author's Summary: “You never talk about her…” Rose’s comment about Ten’s and Martha Jones’ travels triggers strong emotions as the Human “Doctor” reflects navigating the complexities of personal and social relationships and Ska beat of Brixton in 1969, and his third incarnation and the companion who left him for a man named Jones.
Characters/Pairings: Second Doctor, Third Doctor, Tenth Doctor, Clive Jones, Harriet Jones, Jackie Tyler, Leo Jones, Martha Jones, Original Companion, Original Companion, Original Companion, Pete Tyler, Rose Tyler
Warnings: None.

Recced because: This is my favorite 1969 fic. I love how Bob addresses the racial realities of 1969 and how she made the Old Who characters really interesting for this New Who fan. FYI, there is a sequel, but it's still a WIP finished now. It's called To Be A Queen In Bondage.

Comments

[fourzoas.livejournal.com]

This is a really interesting story--I love the complexity of the plot and the interwoven timelines and Martha is just lovely here. Thanks for reminding me of this great fic!

[ciel42.livejournal.com]

I tried to read it but didn't get far along. I really don't like the writing style, sorry...

[clocketpatch]

*seconds rec*

The sequel is done now, I think. Both are really great fic, but they aren’t easy reads. The way the author uses language, plot twists, and time jumps is a thing of beauty, but it’s also easy to get confused with so many threads dancing around. The pay-out IS worth the journey. This here be fic that make you think.

[mojitochica]

Yeah, To Be A Queen In Bondage is complete :oD I love that Bob's stories are not simple and don't shy away realistic emotions or difficult topics. TBAQIB is a much more difficult read than Electric Avenue, but you are so right about the pay-out. That last chapter is gold!