60 Days by starlightandpinot (T)

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Show: SGA

Rec Category: Rodney McKay
Characters: Rodney McKay, John Sheppard
Pairings: John/Rodney
Categories: slash, hurt/comfort, episode related
Warnings: No Archive warnings apply (AO3)
Words: 14,409
Author's Journal: n/a
Author's Website: starlightandpinot on AO3
Link: 60 Days

Author’s summary: I had a LOT of feelings after watching the beauty and travesty that was “The Shrine” and this is the end result.

Why This Must Be Read:
This is the first SGA fic by starlightandpinot, written in December 2021, and it gives us an AU Mcshep version of the episode The Shrine, but with Carson instead of Jennifer. The powerful emotions between Rodney and John are so vivid and palpable, drawing you in completely. The story not only ties up the loose ends and fills the gaps in the episode but goes so much further, delivering a beautifully satisfying ending.
It's an incredible story—written with such emotional depth and sensitivity—and truly deserves every read and reread.

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Guilty by Tazmy (G)

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Show: SGA

Rec Category: Rodney McKay
Characters: Rodney McKay, John Sheppard, Team
Pairings: John/Rodney
Categories: slash, emotional hurt/comfort, declassification
Warnings: No Archive warnings apply (AO3)
Words: 3,273
Author's Journal: sgatazmy
Author's Website: Tazmy on AO3
Link: Guilty

Author’s summary: Declassification transforms into a devastating confession.
Rodney is ready to face life in prison but John has different plans.

Why This Must Be Read:
This beautifully written fic is one of Tazmy's more recent ones, inspired by a key scene from The Three Musketeers. It shows Rodney as a scapegoat war criminal following Atlantis's declassification, facing the prospect of prison. Struggling with his inner demons and attempting to do what he thinks is right, he learns the value of friendship and dedication through his team's unyielding support.
This fic is an absolute gem—insightful and heart-wrenching. There's also a wonderful podfic read by Tazmy herself. So go, read, and listen, you will love it.

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