The Mentalist, 20 recs, Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Vacation Blues
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Case fic, romance, drama
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: The idea of Lisbon being forced to take a vacation is absolutely wonderful; as is her reaction when Jane unexpectedly shows up in the same hotel where she's staying. And, of course, it wouldn’t have been them if they hadn't ended up being involved in a murder investigation. Beautifully written, and possibly my favorite Jane/Lisbon fic ever.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Verdigris
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Angst, drama, hurt/comfort, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This fic will tear you down and then pick up the pieces after that. Contrary to popular belief established Jane/Lisbon isn't always a bed of roses. Heartbreaking and beautiful.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Need You Now
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This is one of the most beautiful post-Red John fics I've ever read. I totally love the way the author gets inspiration from Lady Antebellum’s song lyrics - and yet writes something absolutely original at the same time. No Jane/Lisbon fan should miss the chance of reading such a powerful fic.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: ‘Til the Morning After
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This fic gives us such deep insights into Jane's mind - about how he feels towards Red John, his family, and Lisbon. And there's a pensive tone about the whole story that makes it even more beautiful. I couldn’t help falling in love with it.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane, Angela Jane/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Other Beverages Are Available
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance, family
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A lovely insight into different moments of Jane’s life - all of them marked by the fact that he isn’t drinking tea for once. I totally love the way each beverage fits the related moment. A must reading for all the show’s lovers.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane, Angela Jane/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Walking.
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection, character study
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful take on Jane's walk of life. Inspired by the namesake theatrical event/walk, though you don't need to know about it to enjoy the story.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Time
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, hurt/comfort, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Painful, bittersweet and utterly beautiful. What more there is to say?
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Silence
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen and up audiences, no warnings
Genre: Hurt/comfort, friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful tag to the season 4 finale. Because the words left unspoken make all the feelings even more intense and real.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Mistletoe and Whine
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Delightfully funny and sweet. I love the way this author writes Jane/Lisbon, really.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Shatter
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Mature, no warnings
Genre: Friends to lovers
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A powerful episode tag to 4x10, so intense about the feelings - and it's beautifully written too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Demon in a Bottle
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friends to lovers
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: It's really amazing how this fic explores the depths of Jane and Lisbon's characters, and the complex relationship between them. And it's written so well that you just can't stop reading until you reach the very end.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Red Wine Stains
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Fluff, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: It's so much like Jane and Lisbon to banter in a bed of all places. A lovely take on an established relationship between the two of them.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Loaded
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: I simply love the way this story is written, and the fact that everything revolves around the word “loaded” only makes it more intriguing. Quite a different piece among this author’s fics. You should definitely give it a try.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Opaque
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Jane comes to the realization that Lisbon is not so translucent to him anymore. Definitely an interesting concept, and I love the way the story is written too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Questionable Offer
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Love the interaction between Jane and Lisbon in this fic. Always trust Jane to twist Lisbon's words to his advantage - though she doesn't seem to mind that much this time.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: This Unfamiliar Road
Author: anr
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful post 4x24 fic, and the way it's written is definitely unique.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Burn Your Way to Me
Author: foreverwriting9
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): General audiences, no warnings
Genre: Hurt/comfort, friendship, hints of romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful tag to "Red Dawn". And I find the way this author writes quite haunting too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: The Wild Waters Awaken
Author: Phosphorescent
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A stunningly powerful tag to the season 4 finale - with amazing insights into Jane’s mind. Just go and read it. That’s all there is to say.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Prison Conversations
Author: Brown Eyes Parker
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, hints of romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This story features probably the most awesome beginning I’ve ever read. While the image of Jane and Lisbon playing games in the visiting hours is both endearing and bittersweet. Do yourself a favor and just read it.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Oubliette
Author: ch19777
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A breathtaking piece about how Lisbon is always there for Jane, especially where Red John is concerned. Masterfully written - you can’t stop reading until you’ve reached the end.
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Vacation Blues
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Case fic, romance, drama
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: The idea of Lisbon being forced to take a vacation is absolutely wonderful; as is her reaction when Jane unexpectedly shows up in the same hotel where she's staying. And, of course, it wouldn’t have been them if they hadn't ended up being involved in a murder investigation. Beautifully written, and possibly my favorite Jane/Lisbon fic ever.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Verdigris
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Angst, drama, hurt/comfort, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This fic will tear you down and then pick up the pieces after that. Contrary to popular belief established Jane/Lisbon isn't always a bed of roses. Heartbreaking and beautiful.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Need You Now
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This is one of the most beautiful post-Red John fics I've ever read. I totally love the way the author gets inspiration from Lady Antebellum’s song lyrics - and yet writes something absolutely original at the same time. No Jane/Lisbon fan should miss the chance of reading such a powerful fic.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: ‘Til the Morning After
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This fic gives us such deep insights into Jane's mind - about how he feels towards Red John, his family, and Lisbon. And there's a pensive tone about the whole story that makes it even more beautiful. I couldn’t help falling in love with it.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane, Angela Jane/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Other Beverages Are Available
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Romance, family
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A lovely insight into different moments of Jane’s life - all of them marked by the fact that he isn’t drinking tea for once. I totally love the way each beverage fits the related moment. A must reading for all the show’s lovers.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane, Angela Jane/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Walking.
Author: tromana
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection, character study
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful take on Jane's walk of life. Inspired by the namesake theatrical event/walk, though you don't need to know about it to enjoy the story.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Time
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, hurt/comfort, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Painful, bittersweet and utterly beautiful. What more there is to say?
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Silence
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen and up audiences, no warnings
Genre: Hurt/comfort, friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful tag to the season 4 finale. Because the words left unspoken make all the feelings even more intense and real.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Mistletoe and Whine
Author: Miss Peg
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Delightfully funny and sweet. I love the way this author writes Jane/Lisbon, really.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Shatter
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Mature, no warnings
Genre: Friends to lovers
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A powerful episode tag to 4x10, so intense about the feelings - and it's beautifully written too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Demon in a Bottle
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friends to lovers
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: It's really amazing how this fic explores the depths of Jane and Lisbon's characters, and the complex relationship between them. And it's written so well that you just can't stop reading until you reach the very end.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Red Wine Stains
Author: Ruuger
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Fluff, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: It's so much like Jane and Lisbon to banter in a bed of all places. A lovely take on an established relationship between the two of them.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Loaded
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: I simply love the way this story is written, and the fact that everything revolves around the word “loaded” only makes it more intriguing. Quite a different piece among this author’s fics. You should definitely give it a try.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Opaque
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Jane comes to the realization that Lisbon is not so translucent to him anymore. Definitely an interesting concept, and I love the way the story is written too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Questionable Offer
Author: hardly loquacious
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: Love the interaction between Jane and Lisbon in this fic. Always trust Jane to twist Lisbon's words to his advantage - though she doesn't seem to mind that much this time.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: This Unfamiliar Road
Author: anr
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful post 4x24 fic, and the way it's written is definitely unique.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Burn Your Way to Me
Author: foreverwriting9
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): General audiences, no warnings
Genre: Hurt/comfort, friendship, hints of romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A beautiful tag to "Red Dawn". And I find the way this author writes quite haunting too.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: The Wild Waters Awaken
Author: Phosphorescent
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Drama, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A stunningly powerful tag to the season 4 finale - with amazing insights into Jane’s mind. Just go and read it. That’s all there is to say.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Prison Conversations
Author: Brown Eyes Parker
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Friendship, hints of romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: This story features probably the most awesome beginning I’ve ever read. While the image of Jane and Lisbon playing games in the visiting hours is both endearing and bittersweet. Do yourself a favor and just read it.
Fandom Category: The Mentalist
Pairing: Teresa Lisbon/Patrick Jane
Fic Title: Oubliette
Author: ch19777
Link: here
Rating/Warning(s): Teen, no warnings
Genre: Introspection, romance
WIP?: Nope, it’s complete
Why This Must Be Read: A breathtaking piece about how Lisbon is always there for Jane, especially where Red John is concerned. Masterfully written - you can’t stop reading until you’ve reached the end.