Maṭṭaltu by Lithiumdoll (PG13)

[roseveare]

Title: Maṭṭaltu

Fandom: Angel / Leverage
Pairing: gen
Categories: Crossover, adventure, case file
Length: Long, 41,883 words
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a?
Author Website: Lithiumdoll on AO3

Summary: Things are going pretty well for the Leverage crew until Lindsey McDonald shows up on their doorstep. Then, not so much.

Review: "Excellent

Comments

[klangley56]

I have now read the story and I wish to state that I enjoyed it extremely.

I truly did not think it was possible to crossover those two fictional universes in any way that is plausible, much less entertaining, and I will now tie a bib around my neck, pick up my knife and fork, and proceed to eat those words.

The author was solid on character voice (an element that is crucial to the believability of a story) and developed a story that might have come straight from each universe and then meshed them together smoothly.

I am a fan of both programs. I liked that, in a scenario where you have a set of characters who have sort-of actual superpowers, and a set who do not, the "Leverage" characters were not understimated in any way.

I particularly enjoyed the insights into the characters, which is an element that so often is overlooked in fan fiction.

I would have loved to see some more interactions between some of the characters (particularly more of Spike--but that's just a personal preference, not a flaw in the story).

I liked this story so much that I recommended it to another Angel/Leverage fan. Greater praise hath no fan.

:-)

[roseveare]

I definitely feel like this was a successful rec after this comment! Yay! :)

I am a fan of both programs. I liked that, in a scenario where you have a set of characters who have sort-of actual superpowers, and a set who do not, the "Leverage" characters were not understimated in any way.

This was one of my favourite aspects, too. That it didn't get bogged down in the OMG!supernatural!elements! and let there be some startled reaction from the Angel gang about the Leverage way of operating, too.

It did a good job of nailing all the characters. But there are so many characters and relationships to represent. I wanted more of the Parker-Illyria double act. :)

I did not know if I could enjoy Angel Investigations without Wesley, so this fic was definitely up against it in convincing me.