Title: Gemini.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans; Troy/Gabriella.
Categories: Romance.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: Racism, Established Relationship.

Author on LJ: liadan14
Author Website: arianna99 @ Fanfiction.net
Fic Masterlist.

Review:  
After the summer at Lava Springs, Chad has kept himself distanced from Troy and the rest of the team. Determined to find out what’s happening with his best friend, Troy follows him and discovers Chad’s involvement with theater and Ryan Evans.

I’m not usually a fan of Troy Bolton, but this story, told mostly from his point of view, really sold me the character. Yes, Troy’s still a bit of an idiot, but he is also a loyal friend and makes for a fantastic narrator, at times funny and endearing and surprisingly understanding and accepting when it matters most.

The play Chad and Ryan are involved with (the “Gemini” of the title), is interesting and surprisingly well developed for something created for a fic. Besides the wonderful play itself, I was quite impressed with how liadan managed to showcase so much of Chad and Ryan’s relationship while they’re playing completely different people. Original, well written and beautifully developed, this is the best Chad/Ryan fics I’ve seen in months.

Gemini.
and its sequel
Not A Second.

Title: Gemini.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans; Troy/Gabriella.
Categories: Romance.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: Racism, Established Relationship.

Author on LJ: liadan14
Author Website: arianna99 @ Fanfiction.net
Fic Masterlist.

Review:  
After the summer at Lava Springs, Chad has kept himself distanced from Troy and the rest of the team. Determined to find out what’s happening with his best friend, Troy follows him and discovers Chad’s involvement with theater and Ryan Evans.

I’m not usually a fan of Troy Bolton, but this story, told mostly from his point of view, really sold me the character. Yes, Troy’s still a bit of an idiot, but he is also a loyal friend and makes for a fantastic narrator, at times funny and endearing and surprisingly understanding and accepting when it matters most.

The play Chad and Ryan are involved with (the “Gemini” of the title), is interesting and surprisingly well developed for something created for a fic. Besides the wonderful play itself, I was quite impressed with how liadan managed to showcase so much of Chad and Ryan’s relationship while they’re playing completely different people. Original, well written and beautifully developed, this is the best Chad/Ryan fics I’ve seen in months.

Gemini.
and its sequel
Not A Second.

Title: Gemini.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans; Troy/Gabriella.
Categories: Romance.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: Racism, Established Relationship.

Author on LJ: liadan14
Author Website: arianna99 @ Fanfiction.net
Fic Masterlist.

Review:  
After the summer at Lava Springs, Chad has kept himself distanced from Troy and the rest of the team. Determined to find out what’s happening with his best friend, Troy follows him and discovers Chad’s involvement with theater and Ryan Evans.

I’m not usually a fan of Troy Bolton, but this story, told mostly from his point of view, really sold me the character. Yes, Troy’s still a bit of an idiot, but he is also a loyal friend and makes for a fantastic narrator, at times funny and endearing and surprisingly understanding and accepting when it matters most.

The play Chad and Ryan are involved with (the “Gemini” of the title), is interesting and surprisingly well developed for something created for a fic. Besides the wonderful play itself, I was quite impressed with how liadan managed to showcase so much of Chad and Ryan’s relationship while they’re playing completely different people. Original, well written and beautifully developed, this is the best Chad/Ryan fics I’ve seen in months.

Gemini.
and its sequel
Not A Second.

Title: Gemini.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans; Troy/Gabriella.
Categories: Romance.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: Racism, Established Relationship.

Author on LJ: liadan14
Author Website: arianna99 @ Fanfiction.net
Fic Masterlist.

Review:  
After the summer at Lava Springs, Chad has kept himself distanced from Troy and the rest of the team. Determined to find out what’s happening with his best friend, Troy follows him and discovers Chad’s involvement with theater and Ryan Evans.

I’m not usually a fan of Troy Bolton, but this story, told mostly from his point of view, really sold me the character. Yes, Troy’s still a bit of an idiot, but he is also a loyal friend and makes for a fantastic narrator, at times funny and endearing and surprisingly understanding and accepting when it matters most.

The play Chad and Ryan are involved with (the “Gemini” of the title), is interesting and surprisingly well developed for something created for a fic. Besides the wonderful play itself, I was quite impressed with how liadan managed to showcase so much of Chad and Ryan’s relationship while they’re playing completely different people. Original, well written and beautifully developed, this is the best Chad/Ryan fics I’ve seen in months.

Gemini.
and its sequel
Not A Second.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Unholy Alliance.
Fandom: High School Musical.
Pairing: Chad Danforth/Ryan Evans.
Categories: Humor.
Length: Medium.
Warnings: None.

Author on LJ: alethialia 
Author Website: n/a

Review:  
Breaking the status quo, a basketball jock and a drama geek form an unholy alliance and rule the school (well, as much as two teenagers can).

This is a great fic that shows that despite how different they are Chad and Ryan can work together very well, be it as friends or more. Throw some witty banter, great characterization and a sizzling ending and you have an awesome HSM fic.

Unholy Alliance.

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)

Title: Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)
Fandom: High School Musical
Pairing: Sharpay/Troy
Categories: Romance, Future Fic
Length: Long
Warnings: None

Author on LJ: n/a
Website: Kristen's Blog

Review:
Right off the bat, I have to say that I'm not really a 'High School Musical' fan. I've only seen the first two movies once, have no real desire to see the third, and only read stories for it once in a blue moon. The fact that I’m reccing this should be a good indicator to just how much I enjoyed not only the writing but the storyline, which might have been better served as an original story but still manages to incorporate a good deal of HSM canon. A feat, in and of itself, considering the fact that all the characters are now in the early 30s and are living very separate and different lives, with the exception of Troy and Gabrielle (who seem to be joined at the hip despite not being in a relationship anymore).

Written before the release of the third movie, this story explores how much time and circumstance can change a person, even a person as deeply selfish and self-centered as Sharpay Evans, and makes them evolve into someone that is not only passionate about life but about the work they do. In Sharpay’s case, it’s working as an AIDs relief worker in Africa, and is surprisingly in character once you learn her story. The romance between Sharpay and Troy is, I’ll admit, a bit campy at times but still very sweet and not as exaggerated as it could be. If you want a feel-good story that delves into life outside and beyond the HSM world, I definitely suggest giving this a try.


Ruined Forever (in the Best Way Possible)