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Tumble Homeward by mistyzeo, 15 k, explicit. Holmes goes about educating a newly-declared Watson what homosexual love can be. Jealousy, first times, and hot sweet lovemaking.

Echoes Through Time by chellefic, 21 k, explicit. A sort of historical metafic story. John and Sherlock get a trunk from Mummy that holds a diary from a certain Dr. Watson of years ago detailing a relationship he had with a consulting detective also named Sherlock Holmes – a relative of our Sherlock. It inspires the lads to admit to their own attraction.

The Adventure of the Doctor’s Heart by mistyzeo, 12 k, explicit. ACD Holmes and Watson. A fav – Holmes finds that Watson has grown melancholy at a song about lost love, and throws himself into the case of discovering who Watson pined for. Later, Sherlock realizes that as he tries to cheer Watson up, he has in fact been courting him.

Four Minor Interludes for the Solo Violin by Katie Forsythe. ACD Canon. 27 k, adult. Wounded and traumatized by the Afghan War, John Watson falls in love with a detective who is also a remarkable violinist. Connected pieces of emotion and movement, all adult. 27,000 words.

Hallowed Be Thy Name by Katie Forsythe. ACD Canon. 40 k, explicit. A sequel to Four Minor Interludes, this is a intense rollercoaster of a relationship tale including large elements of Holmes’s past. 40, 000 with several mature themes as well as explicit sexuality.

Two Days by tweedisgood, 6 k, explicit. Delightful ACD canon period Sherlock. Sherlock has been accused of indecent acts and Watson must spring him from jail. Lyrical and touching!

The Truth of the Musgrave Ritual by mydwynter, 12 k, explicit. Historical ACD canon fic not a BBC version. It reworks an original Sherlock Holmes story with the slash added in. The period voice and diction is wonderful, and the moving from friends to lovers is both tender, and hot. The “love that dare not speak its name” element is both terrifying and realistic.

A Visit to the Doctor, by flawedamythest, 23 k, teen. Crossover of historical ACD Holmes and Watson, and modern day Sherlock and John. Victorian Watson is dying of an illness, and Holmes finagles the use of a time machine that Mycroft and the British government have in secret to find aid. Of course they end up at 221B and meet their modern counterparts. Mature themes with implied sex. Sweeeet. A fav.

A Trifling Matter by wordybirdy, 14 k, explicit. ACD canon Holmes and Watson. A little case fic, a little first time getting together – nice!

Totus Mundus Agit Histrionem by mistyzeo, 42 k, explicit, an AU of ACD period Holmes and Watson. When John, an invalided doctor, gets a ticket from a friend to see Hamlet, he chances to meet the amazing lead actor, one S. Scott Holmes. The two are instantly taken with one another. A murder occurs at the theater, and when Sherlock solves it, a new career is born for him with John at his side. Sweet and sexy, bonus lesbians, thumbs up!

Grit by earlybloomingparentheses, 5 k, mature. Early in the Holmes/Watson friendship, Watson tries to hide being gay from Holmes, but then of course runs into him at an exclusive gentleman’s club with an ex-boyfriend at his side.

An Excellent Singlestick Player by flawedamythyst, 4 K, explicit. When Holmes tells Watson he is good at a few sports including being “an excellent singlestick player” Watson is intrigued and asks for a demonstration one evening. The misunderstanding of what this actually involves leads to an excellent bout in bed, and a blossoming relationship. Lovely!

Let Me by Violsva, 11 K, explicit. When Holmes is deviled by insomnia, Watson offers a bit more than standard medical care to put him to sleep. It takes John six months to realize that he is not just tossing off his flatmate for health, but deeply in love. A fav.

Particular Peculiarity by saavik13, 43 k, mature. A lovely slow burn, case-fic heavy tale of Holmes and Watson investigating a blackmailer that seems ready to take down the entire gay male side of London. Once Watson discovers Sherlock’s true nature as an invert himself, thoughts he didn’t realize he had take root. A trip to the country for rest and time away from the Oscar Wilde trial brings a gorgeous new chapter to their friendship. Sexy and heart-warming at the end. Loved it.

Holmes’s Mistake by pandapony, ACD canon. 13 k, explicit. Once Watson is grieviously injured during a case due to Holmes’s mistake, his detective nurses him back to health, but his confidence is shot. John recovers, but his voice remains mute as they slide from sponge baths into lovers. Thankfully John’s voice returns, but learning to communicate nonverbally stays with him. Sweet and hot, with a smidge of case fic.

Roll Away Your Stone by foxxcub, 39 k, Sherlock Holmes- Robert Downey films. This fic is a jump away from BBC Sherlock in the Guy Ritchie universe, & covers the characters as young men away at school. John Watson is a prefect ordered to tutor a young upstart named Sherlock Holmes to “give him a good influence.” Animosity blossoms into a friendship that grows into much more. Angst and love and a bit of case fic. Thumbs up!

The Blushful Hippocrene by mistyzeo, 4 k words, explicit. ACD Holmes and Watson. Sometimes when I am bored, I like to get Dr. Watson drunk. Adorable and super hot little fic told from Holmes’ POV. Established relationship – just the best explicit little romp ever.

Through a Looking Glass by obsidianembrace. A series – 6 parts. Just amazing angsty, sexy, thoughtful, and sweet series of johnlock that seems to be a cross-over with “The Time Traveller’s Wife.” It combines modern-day John and Sherlock with Victorian Holmes and Watson, and much moving around in time. Locked to AO3 users.

Gross Indecency by bittergreens, 5 k, explicit. Sherlock and John are on a stakeout. Sherlock gets bored waiting. John gets turned on. They’re in a carriage. You guess what happens next. Victorian fun times!

The Adventure of the Crossed Streams by mydwynter , 23 K, explicit Johnlock. A wonderful Christmas-time mash-up of several versions of Sherlock Holmes, and a retelling of two ACD canon case fics. Friends to lovers amidst stops and starts. Delicious, and so well written in Victorian period expression and tone.

Blame the Trees by what_alchemy, 8 k, explicit Johnlock. (Feels like RDJ universe.) A wonderful look at period homophobia, and internal distress as John exams his own sexuality as Watson and Holmes work things out between them. Thumbs up!

A Measure of Honesty by gyzym, 10 k unrated, Or, Four Times Holmes Almost Lied to Watson and One Time He Told The Truth. Adorable snippets of Holmes and Watson moving closer together.

But It’s Wrong by mssmithlove, 10 k, Johnlock, explicit. John and Sherlock were boyhood friends before something new grew between them. John struggles to deal with the censure around homosexuality in Victorian England, but his love for Sherlock remains a guiding light. Painful and sweet!

Matches, Or a Treatise on the Education of a Young Gentleman by janeturenne & rabidsamfan, 22 k, Johnlock, explicit. This is a gorgeous Granada/RDJ Holmes era first tryst for Sherlock with a gorgeous young doctor about to ship off with the army. A memory of one night in a taxi horse barn in London is told from two different perspectives. Unilock - just magic! Thumbs up! Sweeeeeeet.

The Greek Problem by candle_beck, 13 k, mature. Victorian RDJ verse. Lovely unraveling of Waton’s walls as he pines for his gorgeous, talented flatmate. There’s a nice mixing of ADC canon case fic, and the building relationship between our two lads. This author is a dab hand at Victorian idiom and practices – it makes for a very immersive world and a stunning read!

How Sherlock Holmes Was Compelled to Remember One Festive Occasion Per Year: A Reminiscence by John H. Watson, MD by MirithGriffin - the Turkish bath fic. 5 k mature Victorian Johnlock. Festive, and sweet. Sherlock agrees to celebrate Christmas his own way if it will make Watson smile. Revelations are found along the way.

Rubicon by janeturenne, 4 k, mature ACD Holmes and Watson. When both men are tossed into the river after their boat explodes, each is certain the other is dead. Later, as they meet up at 221b, passions kept in check spill over in gratitude and disbelief. So sensual and erotic, this fic is a feast for the senses. Thumbs up! LJ.

Pretence series by Haldane, 5 parts, explicit. ACD canon Holmes and Watson – touching and erotic BDSM series. The two men work out what fantasies call to them. OMFG these are hot.

Masked Ball by Waid, 31 K teen. Victorian case fic, teen and up. Sherlock is back from the dead and he and John have reached a careful equilibrium between them when a stranger with an intriguing case comes to knock careful things aside.

Homo Ex Machina by Toft, 13 k, explicit, Watson gets into a rather embarrassing situation when an anonymous letter arrives with breakfast. Can he escape it without destroying his and Holmes’ friendship? Should probably be described as crack. An AU, friends to lovers story. (Sherlock isn’t a detective, he is an inventor of fucking machines.)

The Mystery of the Olive Green Chair by allonsys_girl, 11k explicit. Fun little romp involving a certain chair, a detective, and his faithful doctor. Thumbs up!

A Man in Uniform by laideur, 4 k explicit. Victorian smut. John Watson goes out for a pint with some old army mates only to find himself sadly baiting gay men in a park with them. How odd to find himself suddenly face to face with Sherlock Holmes.

His Name is John Watson by ampersand_ch, 19 k, explicit. Victorian. While enjoying a summer’s idle in Sussex, Holmes and Watson are pulled into a local murder. As Holmes contemplates the wrong-doing of others, he wonders if what he and John do together in private is wrong. So gorgeous, this story is lyrical and beautiful despite its depressing subject matter. Period homophobia.

Winter in London by Waid, 45 k, not rated. Victorian. Watson is assaulted during a case, and it takes weeks for Holmes to realize his dearest friend was raped that night. Slowly the two work toward healing and hope, and something new growing between them.

The Domesticated Detective series by sans_patronymic, 3 works, teen. Victorian Holmes and Watson. The two men settle into their retirement together, but not without its bumps and challenges. I love how Sherlock calls John his Jove, his benevolent god, and how they fight over thing like making the bed, or doing the washing up. The third work where Sherlock thinks John is cheating on him with a local man is precious.

A Touching Encounter by Sculpts, 1 k, explicit. Victorian PWP. After, meeting Sherlock Holmes in a train compartment on his way home to London, Dr. John Watson decides that twenty minutes ought to be by far enough to give him a proper hello.

The Book Collection by Ferryman, 29 k, explicit. Victorian ACD. Watson finds pornography in Holmes's bedroom. He decides to return the favor. Friends to lovers.

Of Telegrams and Rum Balls by TeaHouseMoon, 1.9 k, explicit. John is at work, when he receives a telegram: By the time this has reached you, I will be in bed. Naked.Waiting. SH - Of course, there's only one thing he can do.

An Indecent Gentleman by starrysummernights, 4 k, explicit. (Locked to AO3.) Victorian AU! John Watson, a wounded veteran works as a valet now for Sherlock Holmes. Holmes has such feelings for his valet, but isn’t sure how to express them. Feels like a much younger Sherlock here.

A Bit of Scarlet by mistyzeo, 7 k, explicit. ACD. Watson turns to prostitution after his return from Afghanistan, like plenty of other British soldiers, but of course Holmes finds him anyway. "A bit of scarlet" is late 19th/early 20th century homosexual slang for sex with a soldier. (Docking.)

Full of Grace by Katie Forsythe, 19 k, mature. Victorian ACD. Oscar Wilde's incarceration, a wedding celebration for Violet Smith, and a pair of dancing men. John doubts what Sherlock feels for him. He shouldn’t.

Cauldron: A Love Letter by Katie Forsythe. 26 k, mature. ACD Canon. The eminently satisfying continuation of Sign of Change. Sherlock Holmes dies, returns from the dead, and fights to get his Watson back. Angst, violence, romance, implied sex. Stunning work!

The Bee Grove by Random_Nexus, 14 k, teen. A funeral for a friend out of town has John in a sorry state. When Dr. Watson returns home, Holmes discovers a letter in his bag addressed to himself. Naturally, he takes it out and reads it. Nothing will ever be the same. (Locked to AO3.)

Say My Name by mistyzeo, 2 k, explicit. John Watson, my dear partner, faithful friend, eternal confidante, and enthusiastic lover, is the quietest man in bed I have ever known. (Loud sex.)

The Closet Offense by sans_patronymic, 2 k, explicit. Watson makes an indecent proposition in an even less decent location.

Undiscovered Country by sans_patronymic, 3 k, explicit. ACD fic. BDSM. Holmes has an unusual desire which he hesitates to share. Watson is more than accommodating.

Someday by hudders-and-hiddles, 1.5 k, mature, Victorianlock. Adorable, bittersweet stolen moment in the back of a horse and buggy cab.

The Hungerford Wreck by mistyzeo, 9 K, explicit. Sherlock is involved in a train wreck. Thankfully he escapes intact, but his ongoing fear of trains becomes a problem to his work. Luckily his favorite doctor, Dr. Watson, has some beneficial therapy in mind.

Encounter on the Bakerloo Line by mistyzeo, Obstinatrix, 4 k, explicit. Enjoy the public sex kink – Holmes and Watson get friendly on a crowded tube train, and later in a public bathroom. I do love the sex on a train trope! This one has some feels at the end as well. Thumbs up!

Witness and Testimony by Violsva, 11 k, explicit. When a friend of Dr. Watson’s is suspected for murder, John is hard pressed lying that they spent the evening in their club when he knows full well they were enjoying each other in a hotel some distance away. He asks Holmes to clear his friend’s name, but fears what else will come out in the investigation. Demi-sexual Holmes.

Miss Fatima’s School of the Orient by tweedisgood, 6 k, mature. So well done – multiple viewpoints come together to form a whole picture for this beautiful, sad, bittersweet tale. Sherlock finds himself employing the services of a prostitute to understand why Watson has left him again for yet another marriage.

Found by tweedisgood. 11 K, explicit. Another case brings Sherlock and John together again in their near retirement. John’s second marriage is not going well, and Sherlock is lonely in his solitary life. Revelations are finally made and shared between them.

The Affliction of Miss Violetta McDaniel by mistyzeo, 4 k, explicit. Watson is still seeing some old patients even after selling his practice and moving back into 221b with Holmes. One evening, a mysterious woman comes to see him as he is closing up. Imagine his surprise when he finds his lover under those falling raven curls and flowing green dress. Cross-dressing and med kink fit nicely into an established relationship. Thumbs up!

Pilgrims of a Sort by earlybloomingparentheses, 12 k, teen and up. This is an adorable retelling of the Holmes and Watson tale. Their retirement cottage in Sussex becomes a sort of pilgrimage site to those of their persuation. John tells two nervous young women of their lives together – his marriage to Mary Morstan so that she, a fellow invert could live with her partner Annie in peace. John and Sherlock take a bit longer, but all is well in the end. Adorable! All thumbs up for this exquisite Victorian behind-the-scenes story.

The Other Way of the World by candle_beck, 12 k, mature. RDJ Holmes and Watson, mature. In a very bad night, Holmes is shattered after he fails to stop a kidnapping in time. Watson finds him as he always will, and pours comfort and care into his aching soul. So poetic and gorgeous. Off-screen minor character death. Friends to lovers. THUMBS up!

The Narrator by candle_beck, 8 K, mature. RDJ Holmes and Watson, mature. John Watson writes pretty stories for the public, but in reality he is a terrible gambler and a drunk. Sherlock Holmes is no prize when it comes to vice, but John wants him, loves him madly anyway. John is horrified to have Sherlock find him at his worst, but somehow the two of them can see their shadows, and it’s alright, they’ll hold each other up, and it’s fine. A bit dark, but thumbs up for a sooooo well-written fic.

Mistakes of Our Youth by candle_beck, 31 k, explicit. ACD canon. It's the backstory; it's how they got here. Holmes and Watson drift apart as the doctor finds a lady friend. (Warnings for high angst, and very sad ending.)

Since First I Saw Your Face by Stavia_Scott_Grayson, WIP, mature. ACD Victorian. During the Great Hiatus, Holmes, in Tibet, reflects on his first meeting with Dr John Watson, and writes impassioned letters.

Undiscovered Country by Katie Forsythe, 9 k, adult. Culverton Smith's poison box fells the wrong victim.

Victorian Propriety by BehindBrokenWindows, 8 k, explicit. John Watson gets into a bar fight to defend his friend's honour, but finds out his arguments might not have been as strong as he thought they were. (Holmes wears eyeliner.)

Inevitable by zentaylor, 14 k, explicit. Victorian. Following events involving lies, violence and miscommunication, Sherlock Holmes and John Watson are forced to finally explore the real nature of their complicated relationship. (John struggles with internal homophobia, hurt/comfort.)

Holmes, Voiceless by A_Candle_For_Sherlock, 5 k, gen. Friends to lovers. On reading my stories, one might believe that Holmes and I have always been as we became, co-conspirators in everything. This was not at all the case. To begin with, I was a little in awe of him.

Salome by okapi, 8 k, explicit. Paris 1896. Holmes and Watson attend the premiere of Oscar Wilde's Salome.

Fine Print by mistyzeo, 4 k, explicit. Holmes needs glasses, but he's too much of a stubborn arse to go get his eyes checked. Watson is used to bullying him for his own good. The glasses have unexpected but not unwelcome consequences for everyone.

Dwell Together Still by mistyzeo, 2 k, explicit. Holmes and Watson celebrate the end of an important year.

Unbounded Domesticity by mistyzeo, 2 k, explicit. Holmes and Watson retire together; Holmes takes up the science of baking, Watson has other pursuits. They are super fucking married, and also fucking.

First Waltz by mistyzeo, 1 k, teen. Sherlock Holmes is not usually a follower, but after an evening watching Dr John Watson lead on the dance floor, he makes an exception.

The Surprises of Retirement by CCNSurvivor, WIP, teen. Victorian. A series of fluffy ficlets assuming Holmes and Watson did not live together at 221B, but instead meet on walks in the Downs where they have both retired.

The Author of All My Joys by ancientreader , 3 k, explicit. Holmes & Watson. Victorian. Dr. Watson learns that Holywell Street is about to be demolished. Sherlock Holmes learns what John Watson has to do with Holywell Street.(John used to write kinky queer smut. He is afraid Holmes won’t understand.)

Courting Sherlock Holmes by A_Candle_For_Sherlock, 5 k, gen. It was, in all probability, the fault of the flowers. Without meaning to, Watson has begun to give Sherlock small gifts and surprises to delight him.

A Fly's Foot-fall by mistyzeo, 2 k, explicit. Holmes and Watson have an intimate moment in a hotel after a case is solved. John begs Sherlock to be more quiet.

Ghosts and Shadows by Ghislainem70, WIP, explicit. A Victorian Sherlock AU, inspired by Sherlock: The Abominable Bride. During the trials of Oscar Wilde, Sherlock Holmes' past with the Hellbenders, a shadowy Cambridge club, comes back to haunt Holmes and Watson.

Pearls by okapi, 1 k, explicit. On seaside holiday, Holmes and Watson experiment with anal beads. ACD. PWP.

Something To Retire To by flawedamythyst, 9 k, teen. Don't simply retire from something; have something to retire to. - Harry Emerson Fosdick. Watson contemplates the future while he and Holmes investigate the three Garridebs. (Holmes is asexual.)

And the green grass grew all around by okapi 6 k, explicit. There was a feather in the hole and a hole in the wall and a wall at the bath... ACD. PWP. Holmes/Watson. Glory hole at the Turkish bath.

Apart by sans_patronymic, teen, series of shorts. Retirement. In Sussex, Watson pays Holmes a brief visit. Holmes does not know which is worse: when Watson is there, or when he is not.

While Shepherds Watched the Docks By Night by MirithGriffin, 9 k, teen. Victorian Scandal. Opium. Men behaving badly. A very Victorian Christmas.

To Join These Men in Holy Matrimony by A_Candle_For_Sherlock, 10 k, teen. Victorian. When Sherlock receives an invitation to a wedding, John realizes how little he knows of Sherlock and his family and his past.

Game by Itsallfine, 2 k, mature. Holmes and Watson pass notes at crime scenes. It’s totally innocuous. Until it isn’t.

To His Watson Going to Bed by okapi, 2 k, explicit. Holmes recites poetry while Watson undresses. PWP. Poetry + prose.

Phrenology by okapi, 5 k, teen. Watson watches Holmes conducting phrenology exams on various men, massaging their scalps with his long, clever fingers, and realizes he is ragingly jealous.

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VICTORIAN OMEGAVERSE

The Inferno Club by SwissMiss, 20 k, explicit. The real story behind The Adventure of the Illustrious Client.

Iris by Leloi, 11 k, explicit. John Watson was quickly learning to hate the Victorian Era. It wasn’t just the lack of proper medical care… Although that was a rather large component. It was the filth. It was the misery and the lack of regard for human life.

Third Sex by AxeMeAboutAxinomancy, 4 k, explicit. Watson keeps a promise to Holmes, writing about their first time.

Loving Care by Elphen, 22 k, explicit. AU, Omegaverse, Modern times with Edwardian social structure. Omega Sherlock, out of options for another job, goes into the traditonal Omega occupation of male nurturer. His very first job is taking care of 16-month-old Hamish, son of the highly respected, socially connected widowed doctor, Alpha John Watson. He grows to love the kid very quickly, which he hadn't expected, nor did he expect to fall for the Alpha quite so hard.

An Unexpected Proposal by black_tea, 21 k, explicit. John Watson/Mycroft Holmes. John returns home from Afghanistan to find himself in a difficult situation. It's not easy being an omega without a mate in Victorian England.

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A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

While Shepherds Watched the Docks By Night by MirithGriffin, 9 k, teen. Victorian Scandal. Opium. Men behaving badly. A very Victorian Christmas.

A Full Ounce of Shag by MirithGriffin, 4 , explicit. Sex. Firelight. Period-appropriate lubricant. A Victorian Christmas continues.

And wild and sweet the words repeat by mistyzeo, 3 k, mature. Watson and Maggie are headed off to a Christmas Eve midnight mass without Holmes. Holmes objects, on principle.

Tidings of comfort and joy. by huntingosprey, 6 k, explicit. It's Holmes and Watson's second Christmas as fellow lodgers and this year Watson is determined to get Holmes into the spirit of the season. Holmes on the other hand is just trying to keep up and keep his inconvenient feelings under control.

Last Christmas by mistyzeo, 1 k, gen. A final Christmas at Great Scotland Yard deserves a proper party.

The Holly and the Ivy by okapi, 11 k, gen. ACD ficlets for the Watson's Woes WAdvent celebration. Chapters 1-6 are from 2015.

A Holiday Idyll: Or, A Holiday, Idle by sans_patronymic, 1 k, teen. On the train back to London, Watson reflects on their holiday to the country and Holmes makes a surprising announcement.

That's for Thoughts by Violsva, 2 k, gen. Watson spends Christmas 1881 with his brother in Edinburgh. It’s the first time in nearly a year that he’s gone more than a day without seeing Sherlock Holmes.

Splendid Night by Katie Forsythe, 14 k, mature. A Christmasy spin on the Master Blackmailer with a heart-warming dose of Johnlock.

Sand and Blood by sans_patronymic, 11 k, explicit. Watson is haunted by the mistakes he made during the war and the ones he continues to make after it.

The Maiden Voyage of the Tiresias by astolat, 2 k, explicit. Someone's getting taken for a ride. Holmes and Watson take a cruise for rest and recuperation. Sherlock can only be persuaded to come if he can wear a costume that Watson must detect. When Sherlock picks a widow’s wear, things get very interesting. Cross-dressing. Friends to lovers.

All the Makings of a Great Romance by fleetwood_mouse, 12 k, mature. Sherlock Holmes lays down his account of the events of The Adventure Of The Empty House, the years leading up to it, and the night that followed. (Locked to AO3.)